Pite 3561 User manual

PITE3561 Power Quality Analyzer
User Manual
P-120907-V1.4
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Catalogue
1. INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................3
1.1 Packing List............................................................................................................3
1.2 Safety Information..................................................................................................4
1.3 Operating Precautions............................................................................................5
2. OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................5
2.1 About PITE 3561 ....................................................................................................5
2.2 Functions................................................................................................................6
2.3 Features..................................................................................................................6
2.4 Technical Parameters.............................................................................................7
2.5 Definition of Abbreviation........................................................................................8
3. MEASUREMENT PREPARATION..................................................................................9
3.1 Battery Charging.....................................................................................................9
3.2 Cable Connection...................................................................................................9
3.3 Analyzer Power-on...............................................................................................10
4. MEASUREMENT...........................................................................................................10
4.1 Volts/ Amps/ Hertz ................................................................................................11
4.2 Harmonics ............................................................................................................12
4.3 Power & Energy....................................................................................................13
4.4 Unbalance ............................................................................................................14
4.5 Record..................................................................................................................14
4.6 Fluctuation/ Flicker...............................................................................................15
4.7 Dips/ Swells..........................................................................................................16
4.8 Inrush....................................................................................................................16
4.9 Scope....................................................................................................................17
5. SYSTEM MANAGEMENT.............................................................................................18
5.1 Data Management................................................................................................18
5.2 System Setting .....................................................................................................19
5.2.1 Calibration..................................................................................................19
5.2.2 Parameter Setting......................................................................................19
5.2.3 Date & Time................................................................................................19
5.3 Language Setting.................................................................................................20
5.4 Voltage Color Setting............................................................................................20
5.5 PhaseAngle Setting.............................................................................................20
5.6 Firmware Version and Update..............................................................................21
6. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................21
6.1 Maintenance.........................................................................................................21
6.2 FAQ.......................................................................................................................22
7. PITE 3561 DATAVIEW SOFTWARE.............................................................................22
7.1 Software Installation.............................................................................................22
7.2 Software Operation...............................................................................................23
8. ORDER INFORMATION................................................................................................26

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1. INTRODUCTION
This Users Manual gives full information on how to use PITE 3561 Power Quality Analyzer
(hereinafter called “Analyzer”) safely and effectively. Please read the manual carefully so
as to obtain maximum performance of the analyzer and its accessories.
IMPORTANT: Please read this manual completely before connecting and powering on the
analyzer to avoid possible damage caused by improper use of this instrument.
1.1 Packing List
After receiving the analyzer, please check it carefully as below:
Ensure that no damage occurred during transportation. Upon any damage or failure
of operation based on this instrument, please contact your supplier immediately.
Make sure you have each items below:
1) Main unit
All sides of PITE 3561 main unit:
Back Side (with belt buckle)
Bottom (1 USB socket and 1 power socket) Top (6 connecting sockets)
Fig. 1.1.1 PITE 3561 Main Unit
2) Accessories:
①. User Manual (this manual,1)
②. Power Adaptor (1)
③. Voltage Test Leads (5)
④. Standard Current Clamps* (3)
⑤. Alligator Clips (5)
⑥. USB drive (1)
⑦. Voltage Probes (2)

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⑧. Carrying Case (1)
Sample picture of PITE 3561 accessories:
Fig.1.1.2
*Note:
1) About sample picture is just for your reference. Current clamps may differ as per
different customers.
2) Standard PITE 3561 units will come with 3 current clamps. Optional current clamp
below 100A for neutral will be available upon request.
1.2 Safety Information
For your protection, please read this safety information completely before operating the
analyzer. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.
Warning:Servicing described in this manual is to be done only by qualified service
personnel. To avoid electrical shock, do not service the instrument unless you are
qualified to do so.
DANGER
Safety tested has been done on this instrument thoroughly
before shipment. However, mishandling during use could result
in injury or death, as well as damage to the instrument. Make
sure that you understand the instructions and precautions in
the manual before use. We disclaim any responsibility for
accidents or injuries not resulted
directly from instrument
defects.
Safety Symbols:
The following symbols are used on the instrument and in this manual.

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DANGER
Indicates correct operation to prevent an extreme hazard that
could result in seri
ous injury or other bad consequences to
users.
WARNING
Indicates correct operation to prevent a significant hazard that
could result in serious injury or other bad consequences to
users.
CAUTION
Indicates correct operation to prevent possible injury to users
or damage to the instrument.
NOTE Indicates advisory items related to performance or correct
operation of the instrument.
1.3 Operating Precautions
To avoid electrical shock or fire, read these precautions first before using the analyzer:
Avoid working alone.
Do not operate the Analyzer around explosive gas or vapor.
Use only insulated current probes, test leads and adapters as supplied with the
Analyzer.
Before use, inspect the Analyzer, voltage probes, test leads and accessories for
mechanical damage and replace when damaged. Look for cracks or missing plastic.
Pay special attention to the insulation surrounding the connectors.
Remove all probes, test leads and accessories that are not in use.
Always connect the Battery Charger / Power Adapter first to the AC outlet before
connecting it to the Analyzer.
Use the ground input only to ground the Analyzer and do not apply any voltage.
Do not apply input voltages above the rating of the instrument.
Do not apply voltages in excess of the marked ratings of the voltage probes or
current clamps.
Do not use exposed banana plug connectors.
Do not insert metal objects into connectors.
Use only the power supply, Model PITE 3561 (Battery Charger / Power Adapter).
Before use, check that the selected/indicated voltage range on the PITE 3561
matches the local line power voltage and frequency.
For the PITE 3561, use only AC line plug adapters or AC line cords that comply with
local safety regulations.
2. OVERVIEW
2.1 About PITE 3561
The Analyzer offers extensive and powerful measurement to check power distribution
systems. It provides measurement for harmonic, power & energy, unbalance, dips &
swells, flicker and so on. Thus it gives a general analysis for system performance and
specific details. Testing result could be read on the instrument directly and also uploaded

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to a personal computer via a USB drive for further analysis.
2.2 Functions
PITE 3561 provides comprehensive functions for power quality analyzing as below:
Volts/Amps/Hertz
It gives a fast overview of Volts, Amps and Hertz. Use this function to get a first impression
of the voltage and current signal before examining the signal in more details.
Harmonic
Use Harmonic mode to check voltage and current harmonics and THD per phase. It can
check up to 50th harmonics. Trend of harmonics could also be recorded.
Power & Energy
It displays active power (W), apparent power (VA), reactive power (VAR) and power factor
(PF) of balanced 3-phase, 3-wire power systems
Unbalance
Each phase voltage should not differ more than 1 % from the average of the three.
Current unbalance should not exceed 10 %. Use Scope Phase or Unbalance mode to
investigate unbalances.
Dips & Swells
Use Dips & Swells to record transient changes of voltage
Fluctuation & Flicker
Use Flicker testing to check short and long term voltage flicker and related data per phase.
Records
In this mode, you will find complete records of previous testing for voltage, current,
frequency, power, power factor, total voltage harmonics distortion (THD), total current
harmonics, and fluctuation & flicker results.
Scope
It shows voltage and current signal.
2.3 Features
♦Portable design and colorful touch screen
♦Applied to standard of EN 50160
♦Could test 3-phase volt, null line volt, 3-phase current, null line current, etc.
♦Up to 50 times harmonic testing with frequency spectrum graph
♦Power testing: 3-phase apparent power, active power, reactive power, power factor,
and 3-phase electric power.
♦3-phase unbalance testing with vivid chart
♦Record at least 40 times of surge current
♦Testing for wave motion, short-time flicker and long-time flicker
♦Record up to 40 times of sag and swell
♦Could have long-time record for basic (stable) power quality parameter. Recording
time interval adjustable between 3 second and 30 minutes.
♦Digital oscilloscope, checking waveform for voltage and current signal
♦With PITE DataView software for convenient analyzing of testing result

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2.4 Technical Parameters
LCD screen: 320 x240 TFT
Input Impedance: 1MΩ，20pF
Measurement Range:10～700Vrms
Arms:1A,10A,100A,1000Aand higher with relative current clamps）
Frequency 30Hz～80Hz
Harmonic Measurement: 0～50th harmonic
Inrush Current: 2000A
Peak Voltage: 1000V
Internal Memory: 128Mb
LCD Display: 320*240 pixel, touch screen
Communication Port: USB
Net weight: 7 kg
Other specifications:
Specifications
Range
Accuracy
Volt/Amp/
Hertz
Volt: 10~700V (true rms)
Amps: 0.5~3000A (true rms, with relevant
current clamp) N current: 0.5~25A (true
rms)
Current Peak: 0-3000A
Volt Peak: 0-1000V
Crest factor: 0-10
Hertz: 40~70Hz
Volts: ±0.5%
Amps: ±0.5%
Hertz: ±0.01Hz
NOTE: Take frequency of
L1
as total testing
frequency.
Harmonic Volts: total harmonic +1~50th
Amps: total harmonic +1~50th
k-factor: 0-10
Volts: ±0.1(%r)
Amps: ±1%
±0.5%
Power testing
Active Power: 0.05~700KW
Apparent Power: 0.05~700KVA
Reactive Power: 0.05~700KVAR
Power Factor: 0.00~1.00
Active Energy: 0.01~10000kWh
Apparent Energy: 0.01~10000kVAh
Reactive Energy: 0.01~10000kVARh
Average Power Factor: 0.00~1.00
Active Power: ±1%
Apparent Power: ±1%
Reactive Power:±1%
Power Factor: ±0.005
Active Energy: ±1%
Apparent Energy: ±1%
Reactive Energy: ±1%h
Average Power Factor:
±0.005
Unbalance
Fundamental Volts: 10~700V (true rms)
Fundamental Amps: 0.5~1000A (True rms)
Fundamental Hertz: 40~70Hz
Phase Angle:-180o -180o or 0~360o
Unbalance: 0.0%~100%
Volts: ±0.5%
Amps: ±0.5%
Hertz: ±0.01Hz
Phase Angle: ±0.3o
Volt unbalance: ±0.2%
NOTE: Take frequency of
L1 as total testing

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frequency.
Data Recording
Recording for: 3 phase voltage, current, null
current, voltage harmonic (THD and 1~25
harmonics), current harmonics ( THD and
1~25
harmonics), unbalance, KW,
KVA,KVAR, PF, flicker and fluctuation
Time interval: 3s~30min
adjustable
Time duration: <960
hours
Sags(Dips)/Swe
lls
Volts sag, Volts Swells and instant
interruption
Maximally could record
40 times
Fluctuation
Voltage Fluctuation:0.1%~10.0%
≤
±5%
Flicker
Short-time and long-time flicker
Short-time:
≤
±5%
Scope
3-phase Volts, 4-wire Current, null volt and
null current waveform
Max Hertz: 200KHz
Min Hertz: 100Hz
2.5 Definition of Abbreviation
Here is definition of all abbreviated words in PITE 3561main body menu:
Abbreviation
Full name
Where are they?
AVG
average
VOLTS/AMPS/HERTZ
Amp(s) Current VOLTS/AMPS/HERTZ,
HARMONICS,etc.
VECT. Vector graphic
VOLTS/AMPS/HERTZ,
HARMONICS,etc.
DET. Detailed VOLTS/AMPS/HERTZ,
HARMONICS,etc.
TRE. Trend VOLTS/AMPS/HERTZ,
HARMONICS,etc.
HIST.
Histogram
HARMONICS
HAR.
harmonic
HARMONICS
PF
power factor
POWER & ENERGY
Ne.s. Negative sequence UNBALANCE
Po.s. Positive sequence UNBALANCE
Unbal. Unbalance UNBALANCE
Rec. record RECORD
V Voltage RECORD
Fluct.
Fluctuation
FLICKER
Pst
Short-term Flicker
FLICKER
Plt
Long-term Flicker
FLICKER
Thrs
threshold
DIPS/SWELLS
T
time
INRUSH

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CH channel SCOPE
DEL. delete SYSTEM-DATA MANAGEMENT
TO USB Save in USB drive SYSTEM-DATA MANAGEMENT
CALI. calibration SYSTEM-SETTINGS
I
Current
SYSTEM-SETTINGS
PARA
parameter
SYSTEM-SETTINGS
PARAM
parameter
SYSTEM-SETTINGS
TP
touch panel
SYSTEM-SETTINGS
Rng
range
SYSTEM-SETTINGS
PT potential transformer SYSTEM-SETTINGS
CT current transformer SYSTEM-SETTINGS
3. MEASUREMENT PREPARATION
3.1 Battery Charging
Before measurement, make sure that the main unit has sufficient power. When the battery
power gets low, please charge it timely.
PITE 3561 AC power adaptor which could be connected withmain body for proper AC
power supply. This is used when the Analyzer is working in the function of “Recording”
which may take longer time online.
WARNING:To avoid electric shock, please always connect the battery charger/power
adapter to the AC outlet before connecting it to the Analyzer.
3.2 Cable Connection
Before measurement, please connect the voltage testing leads with analyzer. Then select
necessary voltage test probes and current clamps. Make sure that the probes, clamps and
measured conducting wires are correctly connected like instruction below (Fig. 3.2.1 and
Fig. 3.2.2). Try to get the tested leads vertically pass through the clamp holes as below.
Colors of voltage testing sockets for L1, L2, L3 and Neutral and Ground will be all in black
with color labels nearby for different countries standards. Voltage testing leads are all
labeled in colors accordingly at both ends of the lead. Please connect the leads correctly
(e.g. Fig. 3.2.3).
Fig. 3.2.1 Fig. 3.2.2

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Fig. 3.2.3
PITE 3561 only have connections for 3 phase/3 wire and 3 phase/4 wire. Before the
measurement, please firstly do system setting. For detailed instruction, please refer to
5.2.2 Parameter Setting. If you need to test single phase, please select 3 phase/4 wire
and connect voltage and current signal to relevant position of L1.
DANGER: To avoid electric shock and short-circuit, please carefully connect the
testing probes with the testing sources.
3.3 Analyzer Power-on
Press the red power button on main unit to turn on the analyzer. Screen of main menu will
be displayed as below upon power-on.
Fig. 3.3
Battery icon on the right top indicates the power status of battery. If it is low, please
charge it timely.
The icon on the left top is for screenshot. To save the current screen, please firstly
connect the USB drive. To avoid mis-operation, please click the icon to highlight it and
press again for screenshot.
“04-09-2012 15:02:44”: This is the system time. For time and its format setting, please
refer to 5.2.3 Date & Time.
NOTE: The screen will automatically become dark for power saving when it is idle for 1
minute. To restart it, please click anywhere on the screen.
4. MEASUREMENT
In this detailed description for PITE 3561 measurement functions, three phase color will
be exemplified as L1(Red), L2(Yellow), L3(Blue) and Neutral (Black). The color code will