Megger PA-9 Series User manual

AVTMP9P
Rev. I
January 2009
Instruction Manual
Megger PA-9Series User
and
MegPa9IEC Software
Manual
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Valley Forge Corporate Center
2621 Van Buren Avenue
Norristown, PA 19403 U.S.A.
www.megger.com

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Copyright 2008 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. Specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Megger
Valley Forge Corporate Center
2621 Van Buren Avenue
Norristown, PA 19403 U.S.A.
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.megger.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................................................1
2 OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................................................5
Power Analyzer Operation .................................................................................................................................7
Sample Rate...........................................................................................................................................................7
Response Time .....................................................................................................................................................7
Storage Interval.....................................................................................................................................................7
Demand Interval ..................................................................................................................................................7
Out-of-Limits Recording ....................................................................................................................................8
Sub-Cycle Event Capture....................................................................................................................................8
Frequency Recording...........................................................................................................................................8
Exceedance-Only Recording ..............................................................................................................................9
Capturing Waveform ...........................................................................................................................................9
Waveform Capture Impact on Memory ...........................................................................................................9
Memory Full Condition.......................................................................................................................................9
Recording Times ............................................................................................................................................... 10
AC Power and Charging the Battery .............................................................................................................. 13
Battery Backup .............................................................................................................................................. 13
Battery Conditioning .................................................................................................................................... 13
Energy Conservation ........................................................................................................................................ 14
Communications ............................................................................................................................................... 14
Setting the Real-Time Clock............................................................................................................................ 14
Selecting Inputs ................................................................................................................................................. 14
Power Measurement Theory-- For Power Measurements Using 1 Less Wattmeter than Lines....... 15
3 SAFETY............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Warnings and Safety Precautions.................................................................................................................... 19
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................. 19
4 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................ 21
Installation Procedure....................................................................................................................................... 21
Battery Charging............................................................................................................................................ 22
Low-Battery ................................................................................................................................................... 22
Installation...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Unit Power Connections ............................................................................................................................. 22
Voltage and Current Connections.............................................................................................................. 23
Current Probe Direction Hook Up Check................................................................................................ 23
Current Probe Range Verification.............................................................................................................. 23
Wireless Modem Connection (PA9Wireless only)................................................................................... 24
Input Ratio Verification............................................................................................................................... 24
Verify Setup Parameters............................................................................................................................... 24
Verify Required Inputs................................................................................................................................. 24

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5 OPERATION and SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS...........................................................................................27
User Controls......................................................................................................................................................27
Turning the Power Analyzer ON/OFF .........................................................................................................28
About Screen..................................................................................................................................................29
Programming and On-Site Adjustments ........................................................................................................29
Erasing Stored Data ......................................................................................................................................30
Changing Setups.............................................................................................................................................30
Recording ............................................................................................................................................................30
Start Recording...............................................................................................................................................31
Recording Mode Off Screen Description ..................................................................................................31
Recording Mode Off.....................................................................................................................................32
Stop Recording...............................................................................................................................................32
Recording Mode On Screen Description...................................................................................................32
Recording Mode On......................................................................................................................................33
Recording and Loss of Input Power...........................................................................................................33
A Word About Screen Descriptions ...............................................................................................................34
Home Screen ......................................................................................................................................................34
Status Screen.......................................................................................................................................................35
Readings Screen..................................................................................................................................................36
Stored Data Screen ............................................................................................................................................36
Test Log ..........................................................................................................................................................37
Waveform Log ...............................................................................................................................................39
Event Log .......................................................................................................................................................42
Event Summary..............................................................................................................................................42
RMS Intervals.................................................................................................................................................43
Demand Intervals ..........................................................................................................................................43
Phasor ..................................................................................................................................................................44
Harmonics Screen..............................................................................................................................................45
To Select/Make Changes:.............................................................................................................................46
Setup Screen........................................................................................................................................................47
Specify Inputs.................................................................................................................................................47
Select Setup.....................................................................................................................................................48
Setup Display..................................................................................................................................................49
Required Inputs..................................................................................................................................................49
Stored Setups..................................................................................................................................................50
Input Ratios ....................................................................................................................................................50
Options................................................................................................................................................................51
Special ..................................................................................................................................................................51
Record Control ..............................................................................................................................................52
Erase Data.......................................................................................................................................................52
Removable Card.............................................................................................................................................53
Contrast Control............................................................................................................................................53

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6 HOW TO . . ....................................................................................................................................................... 55
Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................... 55
Functions and Data........................................................................................................................................... 55
Menu of Screens............................................................................................................................................ 55
Battery (Voltage and Status), Memory Available, Recording Status, Date, Time, Stored Events and
Tests, Active Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 55
Default Screen ............................................................................................................................................... 55
Erasing Stored Data, Record Control........................................................................................................ 56
Record—ON/OFF...................................................................................................................................... 56
Harmonics and Direction of Harmonic Screen ....................................................................................... 56
(RMS, Demand Intervals), Event Summary, Event Log, Test Log ...................................................... 56
Unit Options Installed.................................................................................................................................. 56
Phasor Diagrams........................................................................................................................................... 56
Real-Time Readings...................................................................................................................................... 56
View Stored Setups, Select Setup, Specify Inputs, Input Ratios, Setup Display, Required Inputs... 57
Unit Part Number, Firmware Version, Unit Serial Number, Date of Last Calibration, Owner
Specified Text Lines ..................................................................................................................................... 57
7 REMOVABLE COMPACT FLASH OPTION.......................................................................................... 59
Automatic Data Transfer ................................................................................................................................. 61
8 WIRING DIAGRAMS .................................................................................................................................... 63
Notes on Wiring Diagrams.............................................................................................................................. 63
Floating Wye Neutral Measurement .......................................................................................................... 77
9 TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................... 79
Battery Reset for the Megger PA-9Series ...................................................................................................... 79
10 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 81
11 MegPa9 IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE........................................................................... 85
Megger End User License Agreement ........................................................................................................... 87
Getting Started................................................................................................................................................... 89
System Requirements ................................................................................................................................... 89
Installing Metrosoft®.................................................................................................................................... 89
Metrosoft®Main Window ........................................................................................................................... 90
About Metrosoft®.............................................................................................................................................. 91
Communication Setup...................................................................................................................................... 92
Directory Setup.................................................................................................................................................. 93
Verify Communication with the Analyzer..................................................................................................... 94
How to Create New Metrosoft®Windows Setup Files Save Them and Program a Unit..................... 96
Raven Wireless Modem Setup Instructions ................................................................................................ 109
Upgrading Firmware in Analyzer.................................................................................................................. 113
Resetting the Analyzer.................................................................................................................................... 114

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Get and View Test Data from the Analyzer ............................................................................................... 115
Transferring Files to and from a Compact Flash Card .............................................................................117
Verify the Compact Flash Card Readers Drivers are Installed Properly............................................ 117
Importing a Data File from a Compact Card......................................................................................... 117
Exporting a Setup File to a Compact Flash Card ..................................................................................120
Clearing or Copying a Setup file from the Compact Flash Card......................................................... 121
Remote Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 122
Clearing Test Results at the Analyzer (Remote Operation) ................................................................. 123
Searching For and Retrieving Stored Test Data......................................................................................... 135
Searching For Data Files............................................................................................................................ 135
Creating a Chart Using Metrosoft®.............................................................................................................. 136
Select the Desired Test to be Charted ..................................................................................................... 136
Advanced Charting Features..................................................................................................................... 147
Report Generation .......................................................................................................................................... 151
To Create a Report using Metrosoft®:..................................................................................................... 151
Side Bar ........................................................................................................................................................ 168
Edit File Information................................................................................................................................. 169
File Information.......................................................................................................................................... 170
Harmonic Analysis.......................................................................................................................................... 172
EN50160 Report............................................................................................................................................. 176
PA-9 Series Modem Configuration .............................................................................................................. 178
PA-9 Series Modem Operation ................................................................................................................ 178

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No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, processed or recorded by any
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Warranty Clause
Megger warranties each new product manufactured and sold to be free from defects in
material, workmanship and construction, and that when used in accordance with this
manual, will perform to applicable specifications for a period of one year after shipment.
If examination by Megger discloses that the product is or has been defective, then our
obligation is limited to repair or replacement of the defective unit or its components, at
our option.
The foregoing warranty constitutes Megger's sole liability and is in lieu of any other
warranty of merchantability or fitness. Megger shall not be responsible for any incidental
or consequential damages arising from any breach of warranty.
Disclaimer: The PA9 Wireless unit should be used for data analysis and not for real
time monitoring and/or control applications.
Service Information
In the event the Megger PA-9Series Power Analyzer or MegPa9IEC Metrosoft®for Windows
appears defective, call the Megger service department at 610-676-8500. The Service
Department will determine the cause of the apparent malfunction and provide the
necessary support to correct the problem. In some cases, problems can be corrected
over the telephone. Therefore, before returning any equipment to the factory for service,
discuss all problems with the Service Department. Web Site Information: www.megger.com
is our web site containing product information, software information and upgrades, what
is new, patches and more.
Service Contracts are available on request.
Equipment Return
Prior to returning the Megger PA-9Series Power Analyzer, you must obtain Return
Authorization from the Megger Service Department
610-676-8500. Each shipment must have a packing slip, which includes:
1. A list of all items enclosed with applicable serial numbers.
2. Reason for returning (e.g. malfunction, described in detail).
3. Billing and shipping address for return.
4. Copy of Purchase Order if billing charges are applicable.
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Returns must be properly packaged with transportation charges prepaid to Megger;
return transportation charges will be F.O.B. factory. Send returns to:
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Valley Forge Corporate Center
2621 Van Buren Avenue
Norristown, PA 19403 U.S.A.
610-676-8500 (Telephone)
610-676-8610 (Fax)
Attention: Service Department
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