Megger MPQ1000 User manual

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User Manual
Megger MPQ1000
PQ Analyzer
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400 Opportunity Way
Phoenixville, PA 19460
U.S.A.
610-676-8500
www.megger.com

MPQ1000
PQ Analyzer

Copyright© 2016-2020 by Megger. All rights reserved.
The information presented in this manual is believed to be adequate for the intended use of the product.
If the product or its individual instruments are used for purposes other than those specified herein,
confirmation of their validity and suitability must be obtained from Megger. Refer to the warranty
information below. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
WARRANTY
Products supplied by Megger are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of
two years following shipment no other warranty. The warranty is void in the event of abuse (failure to
follow recommended operating procedures) or failure by the customer to perform specific maintenance
as indicated in this manual.
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400 Opportunity Way
Phoenixville, PA 19460
U.S.A
610-676-8500 (Telephone)
610-676-8610 (Fax)
www.megger.com

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Table of Contents
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1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................ 1
2 Receiving Information ............................................................................................................................ 3
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3 Overview of MPQ1000........................................................................................................................... 5
Applications ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Definitions .............................................................................................................................................. 7
Calculations............................................................................................................................................. 9
RMS Calculation: ................................................................................................................................ 9
Voltage and Current Waveform Data ................................................................................................. 9
Rapid Voltage Changes: Under-Deviation Assessment and Over-Deviation Assessment: ................ 10
Voltage Unbalance: ........................................................................................................................... 10
Current Unbalance:........................................................................................................................... 11
Power: ............................................................................................................................................... 11
Energy ............................................................................................................................................... 11
THD Measurement - ......................................................................................................................... 11
Mains Signaling Voltage: ................................................................................................................... 11
IEC Flicker:....................................................................................................................................... 11
4 MPQ1000 Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 13
5 Safety..................................................................................................................................................... 17
Warnings and Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................... 17
Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................................. 17
6 MPQ1000 Operation ............................................................................................................................ 20
Connector Layout / Interconnect......................................................................................................... 20
Communication Ports........................................................................................................................... 20
DC Power Jack ..................................................................................................................................... 21
SD Card................................................................................................................................................. 21
Front Panel Keypad Operation............................................................................................................. 21
Menu Keys ............................................................................................................................................ 22
Menu Flow Charts ................................................................................................................................ 22
DMM Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 24
Scope Mode........................................................................................................................................... 27
Configuring the MPQ Unit .................................................................................................................. 29
Configure Date and Time format...................................................................................................... 29
Configure Unit Preferences............................................................................................................... 31
Importing / Activating a Setup File...................................................................................................... 33
Modifying a Setup File .......................................................................................................................... 33
Uploading a Setup File from the PC..................................................................................................... 36
Uploading a Setup File from the USB stick .......................................................................................... 36

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Uploading a Setup File from the SD Card.............................................................................................39
Activating the Imported Setup File........................................................................................................40
Renaming a Data or Setup File ..............................................................................................................41
7 Installing the MPQ1000 Analyzer .........................................................................................................44
Battery ...................................................................................................................................................46
Battery Charging................................................................................................................................46
Charging the MPQ1000 Battery ........................................................................................................46
Battery Storage...................................................................................................................................46
Installation .............................................................................................................................................46
Voltage and Current Connections .........................................................................................................47
8 WIRING DIAGRAMS for Demand Recording....................................................................................49
Notes on Wiring Diagrams....................................................................................................................49
Floating Wye Neutral Measurement......................................................................................................61
Verify Active Setup File.........................................................................................................................62
9 Starting and Stopping a Recording.........................................................................................................63
Verify the Input Connections................................................................................................................63
Starting a Recording...............................................................................................................................64
10 Downloading Data from the MPQ1000................................................................................................67
Transfer data to a PC via SD Card, Ethernet or USB Cable..................................................................67
Transfer data to a USB Stick..................................................................................................................67
11 Viewing Data on the MPQ PQ Analyzer .............................................................................................69
Viewing an RMS Chart..........................................................................................................................70
Viewing a Unbalance Chart...................................................................................................................72
Viewing a Power or Energy Chart ........................................................................................................74
Viewing a THD Chart...........................................................................................................................76
Viewing a Frequency Chart...................................................................................................................78
Viewing a Harmonics / Inter-Harmonics Chart....................................................................................80
Viewing a Flicker Chart.........................................................................................................................82
Viewing an Event Chart ........................................................................................................................85
12 Unit Maintenance .................................................................................................................................88
Battery Replacement..............................................................................................................................88
HELP Screen .........................................................................................................................................91
13 Spare Parts.............................................................................................................................................92

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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the Megger MPQ1000 PQ Power Analyzer. Be
assured that your unit has been designed with emphasis on reliability, simplicity
and ease of use. It will provide you with the information you need to investigate
customer power quality complaints and compliance situations, verify billing, and
pinpoint locations of high demand and power consumption.
PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL
This document is the operator manual for the Megger MPQ1000 PQ Power
Analyzer. It provides a description of the operation of the unit as well as
installation and operating instructions. Read this manual before installing or using
the equipment. Special emphasis should be placed on all safety discussions.
AUDIENCE
This manual is written for technical personnel who are familiar with the various
measurements performed by power analyzers and have a general understanding of
their use and operation. Such personnel should also be thoroughly familiar with
the hazards associated with the use of this equipment and should have received
proper safety training.
If you find any discrepancies in the MPQ1000 or its software or have any
comments, please send them to Megger via fax, e-mail or phone.
Megger
400 Opportunity Way
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Attn: Customer Service
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
For Technical Support please consult the Megger Web Site at www.megger.com for
the local distributor near you.

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Receiving Information
Contents of MPQ1000 Kit:
Qty Description
1 Power Quality Analyzer
1 SD Card
1 USB Communications cable
1 Ethernet Cable
1 AC Power Adapter
1 Set of Non-fused Voltage Leads
1 Carrying Case
1 USB Stick containing the Megger PQ Software &
manual
Current Clamps sold separately
When your Megger MPQ1000 Kit arrives, check the equipment received against
the packaging list to ensure that all materials are present. Notify Megger of any
shortages.
Examine the contents for damage received during transit. If any damage is
discovered, file a claim with the carrier at once and notify Megger or it’s nearest
authorized sales representative, giving a detailed description of the damage.

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