Seaward PV200 User manual

PV200/210
Operating Instructions
Bracken Hill
South West Industrial Estate
Peterlee
Co Durham
SR8 2SW
ENGL ND
Tel: [phone]
www.seaward.co.uk
[email protected]
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Part Number 389 559 Revision 3
pril 2017
© 2017 Seaward Electronic

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Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability
SE W RD Electronic Limited guarantees this product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 2 year,
provided the instrument is serviced and calibrated by authorised agent in accordance
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Table of ontents
Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability.........................................................................................2
Table of Contents .............................................................................................................................3
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................4
1 User Notes.....................................................................................................................................4
2 Safety Notes ..................................................................................................................................4
3 ccessories ..................................................................................................................................6
3.1 Standard Contents ................................................................................................................. 6
3.2 Optional ccessories ............................................................................................................. 6
4 Unit Description.............................................................................................................................7
4.1 Identifying parts of the unit ..................................................................................................... 7
4.2 LCD display ............................................................................................................................. 8
5 Using the Seaward PV200/210 .....................................................................................................9
5.1 Powering On the PV200/210................................................................................................... 9
5.2 Battery Condition Check......................................................................................................... 9
5.3 Setting the date and time........................................................................................................ 9
5.4 Protective Earth Resistance (Rpe) Function ........................................................................... 9
5.4.1 Test lead resistance null....................................................................................................... 9
5.4.2 Resistance Measurement................................................................................................... 10
5.5 Voltage Measurement ........................................................................................................... 11
5.6 Point to Point Insulation Resistance (Riso) Function ............................................................ 11
5.7 uto Sequence Measurement ............................................................................................. 12
5.7.1 Selecting utomatic Test Sequence.................................................................................. 12
5.7.2 utomatic Sequence.......................................................................................................... 14
5.7.3 Displaying the I-V Curve after the test sequence .............................................................. 15
5.8 Memory Store........................................................................................................................ 16
5.9 Memory Recall ...................................................................................................................... 17
5.10 Memory Clear...................................................................................................................... 17
5.11 Operating Current ............................................................................................................... 17
5.12 uto Shutdown ................................................................................................................... 18
5.13 Error Messages ................................................................................................................... 18
5.13.1 User serviceable error codes ........................................................................................... 18
5.13.2 Non user serviceable error codes.................................................................................... 19
5.13.3 Overriding the HiSC error code........................................................................................ 19
6 Use with the Solar Survey 200R..................................................................................................20
6.1 Pairing with the Survey 200R ................................................................................................ 20
6.2 Un-Pairing from the Survey 200R ......................................................................................... 20
6.3 Put the Survey 200R into transmit mode.............................................................................. 20
6.4 Normal operation .................................................................................................................. 20
6.5 Downloading data to PC ....................................................................................................... 21
7 Electrical Specifications .............................................................................................................21
7.1 Open Circuit Voltage Measurement (PV Terminals)............................................................ 21
7.2 Short Circuit Current Measurement ..................................................................................... 21
7.3 Earth Continuity.................................................................................................................... 21
7.4 Insulation Resistance ( uto Test Sequence) ....................................................................... 21
7.5 Insulation Resistance ........................................................................................................... 22
7.6 Rpe Voltage Measurement (4mm Terminals)....................................................................... 22
7.7 Operating Current (via C/DC Current Clamp).................................................................... 22
7.8 DC Power (via C/DC Current Clamp)................................................................................. 22
8 Environmental Conditions ..........................................................................................................22
9 Maintenance ...............................................................................................................................23
9.1 Preparing to work on the Solar PV200/210. ........................................................................ 23
9.2 Securing the Solar PV200/210 ............................................................................................. 23
9.3 Cleaning the Solar PV200/210 ............................................................................................ 23
9.4 Battery Replacement............................................................................................................ 23
9.5 Replacing the Fuse .............................................................................................................. 24
9.6 Service and Calibration. ....................................................................................................... 25
9.7 Spare Parts............................................................................................................................ 25
ppendix .....................................................................................................................................26

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Introduction
The Seaward PV200/210 is a hand held, battery powered, multi-function solar
photovoltaic installation test instrument capable of performing all of the electrical tests
required by IEC 62446, including:
Earth continuity @ 200m
C / DC voltage using the 4mm terminals
Open circuit module, string or array voltage
Voltage polarity
Short circuit module, string or array current
Module, string or array insulation resistance at 250V, 500V and 1000V
Probe to probe insulation resistance at 250V, 500V and 1000V
C or DC Operating current
String I-V curve test
1 User Notes
This instrument and its operating instructions are intended for use by adequately
trained personnel.
The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the Seaward
PV200/210.
Warning of electrical danger!
Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid danger to persons.
Important, follow the documentation! This symbol indicates that the operating
instructions must be adhered to in order to avoid danger.
2 Safety Notes
In order to ensure safe operation of this instrument, all notes and warnings in these
instructions must be observed at all times.
ll test leads must be securely attached to the PV system under test. lways
use the solar PV connectors supplied or alligator clips to connect test leads to
the PV system under test. Test probes must not be used without alligator clips.
Never disconnect the test leads whilst any measurement is active. This may
result in electrical arcing and may damage the PV200/210.
The PV200/210 is intended for use in a dry environment only.
The PV200/210 RED and BL CK 4mm test terminals may be used to make
measurements on circuits rated up to C T III 300 V C/DC with reference to
earth. Do not connect the PV200/210 to voltages which may exceed this rating.

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Where safe operation of the PV200/210 is no longer possible it should be immediately
shut down and secured to prevent accidental operation.
It must be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible:
•if the instrument or leads show visible signs of damage or
•the instrument does not function or
•after long periods of storage under adverse environmental conditions.
The PV200/210 is not intended for continuous use. When the PV200/210 is not
being used disconnect it from the system under test.
If the PV200/210 is used in a manner not specified by this document then the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Do not open unit, no user serviceable parts.
The PV test terminals maximum rating: 1000V DC open circuit voltage, 15
short circuit current, 10kW DC power. Do not exceed this rating. The DC
supply must be isolated from earth/ground during testing.
High voltages are present at the probe tips of the PV200/210 during insulation
resistance measurement. lways hold test probes behind the hand guards.
Check the PV200/210 and all associated cables and leads before operating the
equipment. Do not use if there are signs of damage.
Only use the test leads supplied with the PV200/210.
Do not touch any exposed metal parts of the solar PV installation during
testing.
lways ensure that the circuit under test is electrically isolated from the mains
supply before attempting an earth resistance or insulation resistance
measurement.
Do not leave the PV200/210 permanently connected to a PV installation.
lways disconnect all test leads immediately after use.
Do not attempt to turn off the PV200/210 while tests are active.
If the PV200/210 is being used to determine the presence or absence of
hazardous voltages, always prove the operation of voltage measurement
function before and after use by means of a known voltage source or proving
unit.

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3 Accessories
3.1 Standard ontents
The Seaward PV200/210 test kit is supplied with the following items:
1 off PV200/210 unit
1 off professional carry case
1 set 1.2m red and black test lead with test probe and alligator clip
1 set MC4 PV test lead adaptors
1 off Quick Reference Guide
6 off MN1500 ( ) 1.5v Batteries
1 off C/DC current clamp adapter
3.2 Optional Accessories
Description
Part number
SolarCert Elements V2 software license card 389 950
Solar Survey 200R 433Mhz European version (including suction
mount temperature sensor)
396 914
Solar Survey 200R 915Mhz US version (including suction mount
temperature sensor)
396 916
Solar Survey 200R quick release mounting bracket 396 979
Solar Survey 200R suction mount temperature sensor 396 980
Sunclix PV test lead adaptors 396 960
Combiner box test lead set – converts MC4 PV test leads to 4mm test
probe/alligator clip
388 953
Solar Power Clamp - 1000V ac/dc, 600 ac/dc, 600kW ac/dc 396 955
Replacement 500m F 1000V Fuse 27B137

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4 Unit Description
4.1 Identifying parts of the unit
The numbering below refers to figure 1 and figure 2.
Figure 1 PV200/210 End view
1. LCD Display
2. Rpe test key
3. uto test sequence key
4. Point to Point Insulation
test.
5. uto Mode select key
6. Test lead resistance null
key
7. Insulation test voltage
select key
8. Memory recall key
9. LCD Switch key
10.Memory store key
11.+ve PV test lead input
(RED)
12.–ve PV test lead input
(BL CK)
13.-ve 4mm test lead input
(BL CK)
14.+ve 4mm test lead input
(RED)
Figure
2
PV200/210
Front view

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4. 2 L D display
Figure 3 L D display icons
a. Rpe voltage polarity. For C voltages alternating + and – is shown.
b. Current clamp measurement active.
c. Rpe Null offset - indicates that test lead resistance offset is active.
d. Caution – hot surface. If this icon appears, the PV200/210 must be disconnected
immediately from the PV system until the icon is no longer shown on the LCD.
e. Solar module polarity indicator – indicates the polarity of the DC voltage applied
to the PV test terminals e.g. correct or reversed
f. Caution – hazardous voltage detected.
g. Rpe test lock – active when continuous Rpe measurement has been enabled.
h. Caution – refer to operating instruction. When this icon is active, the operating
instructions must be followed to avoid risk of danger.
i. Riso P SS/F IL – indicates whether the measured insulation resistance is above
or below the factory set acceptable value.
j. Insulation Test Voltage selection – indicates the test voltage selected for
insulation resistance measurements.
k. Error – Refer to the specific error codes for further details.
l. STORE - indicates that you can now store the test result shown on the display or
that the test result is being stored.
m. REC LL – the data shown on the LCD has been recalled from the onboard
memory.
n. User Memory display – indicates the memory location of the results stored or
recalled on the LCD.
o. Battery status icon.
p. I-V status icon / low fill factor indicator

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5 Using the Seaward PV200/210
5.1 Powering On the PV200/210
To turn the PV200/210 on, press and hold the Riso and Mode keys
simultaneously. To turn the PV200/210 off, press and hold the Riso and Mode
keys simultaneously.
5.2 Battery ondition heck
The PV200/210 automatically performs battery condition checks whilst idle and during
measurements. When the battery level is low, the battery symbol icon will appear on
the PV200/210 display. The PV200/210 will continue to function, however the batteries
should be replaced.
Note: When the battery symbol icon is flashing all tests will be inhibited and the
batteries must be replaced immediately as described in section 9.4.
5.3 Setting the date and time
1. Turn off the PV200/210.
2. Press and hold the key and then press simultaneously the key and the key.
3. The date format and time format is shown as follows:
MM.DD = month (1-12). Day (1-31)
YYYY = year
HH.mm = hours (0-23).minutes (0-59)
SS = seconds (0-59)
4. Use the key to navigate to the field that you wish to change.
5. flashing field shows that this field can be set.
6. Use the key and the key, to increase or decrease the value. With each change,
the seconds field is set to zero.
7. Turn off the device to save the setting.
Note: If the PV200/210 has established a Solarlink™ connection to the Survey
200R, the date/ time of the PV200/210 will automatically be synchronized to
the date/ time of the Survey 200R.
The Survey 200R real-time clock is the master and the PV 200/210 the
slave.
5.4 Protective Earth Resistance (Rpe) Function
lways ensure that the circuit under test is electrically isolated.
If the test probes are connected to a voltage >30V C/DC the measured
voltage will be displayed on the LCD, the Rpe measurement function will be
disabled.
5.4.1 Test lead resistance null
The PV200/210 can automatically compensate for the resistance of the test leads using
the following procedure:

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1. Hold the tips of the test probes firmly together as
shown, ensure a good electrical connection.
2. Press and hold the Rpe Null key (6).
3. The measured resistance of the test leads is shown
in the primary display until a beep is heard.
4. The Rpe display will now 0.00 and the Null icon is
illuminated on the display.
5. ll subsequent measurements will take into account
the test lead resistance compensation until the
function is disabled by pressing the Rpe Null key
(6) again.
Note: A maximum test lead resistance of 10 Ω
ΩΩ
Ω ohms can
be ta en into account. If the test lead resistance is
greater than 10 Ω
ΩΩ
Ω an error beep will indicate that
the lead Zero function has failed.
Note: For ease of use, the PV200/210 will store the lead
compensation when switched off and recall this
value when next switched on. The stored value is
only applicable to the test leads used when the
compensation measurement was made. If the test
leads are replaced the Rpe null function should be
repeated using the replacement test leads.
5.4.2 Resistance Measurement
To make a single measurement:
1. Connect the red and black test leads as shown.
2. Press the Rpe key .
3. The resistance between the test probes is displayed.
To make a continuous measurement:
1. Connect the red and black test leads as shown.
2. Press and hold the Rpe key until the lock icon
appears on the display.
3. The resistance between the test probes is displayed.
4. Press the Rpe key to terminate the continuous
measurement mode.
Note: Do not connect the PV200/210 to a voltage
source while performing the resistance
measurement as this will blow the fuse located in
the battery compartment.
Note: The continuity measurement is not stored in
memory with the automatic test sequence.
Continuity measurements are stored as individual
records that only record the continuity
measurement.

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5.5 Voltage Measurement
1. C
onnect the red and black test probes to a
voltage source
2. The PV200/210 will automatically measure the
voltage between the probes.
3. The polarity of the voltage is shown using the
icon to the left of the displayed voltage.
4. C voltages are indicated by alternating + and –
symbols.
5.6 Point to Point Insulation Resistance (Riso) Function
lways ensure that the circuit under test is electrically isolated.
If the test probes are connected to a voltage >30V, the measured voltage
will be displayed on the LCD and the Riso measurement function is
inhibited.
To make a single measurement:
1. Connect the red and black test leads as shown.
2. Select the required test voltage using the Viso key.
3. Press the Riso key.
4. The resistance between the test probes is displayed.
To make a continuous measurement:
1. Connect the red and black test leads as shown.
2. Select the required test voltage using the Viso key
.
3. Press and hold the Riso key until the lock icon
appears on the LCD.
4. The resistance between the test probes is displayed.
5. Press the Riso key to terminate the continuous
measurement mode.
Note: Do not connect the PV200/210 to a voltage
source while performing the resistance
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the battery compartment.
Note: The Point to Point Insulation measurement
cannot be stored in memory with the as part of
an automatic test sequence record. Point to Point
insulation measurements are stored as individual
records that only record the insulation
measurement.
5.7 Auto Sequence Measurement
5.7.1 Selecting Automatic Test Sequence
The Viso key is used to select either the 250V, 500V or 1000V insulation test voltage,
please refer to relevant standards for testing requirements.
The Mode key is used to select the required auto test sequence from the table shown
below.
Mod
e
Measurements
1 Vo/c, Is/c, Riso
2 I-V curve, Vo/c, Is/c, Vmpp, Impp, FF
3 I-V curve, Vo/c, Is/c, Vmpp, Impp, FF, Riso
4 Operating current. Operating voltage and power
*
*Measurement of operating voltage and power requires ‘Y’ splitters to allow both the
PV 200/210 and inverter to be connected to the PV string.
Press and release the Mode key to show the currently selected test mode. When Mode
is shown on the display the Mode key can be used to cycle through the available test
modes.
ll test leads must be securely attached to the PV system under test.
lways use the solar PV connectors supplied or alligator clips to connect
test leads to the PV system under test. In order to reduce the risk of
electrical arcing, test probes without alligator clips should not be used.
Never disconnect the test leads whilst any measurement is active. This
may result in electrical arcing and may damage the PV200/210.
lways ensure that the circuit under test is electrically isolated from any
mains supply.
Do not attempt to turn off the PV200/210 while tests are active.
Due to the high input impedance of the red 4mm test terminal, voltage
present on the array framework due to leakage current through the PV
system insulation may be shown on the display before an automatic test
sequence is started.

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If the Riso icon is displayed then an insulation test will be performed as part of the
automatic test sequence.
If the I-V curve icon is displayed then an I-V curve will be performed as part of the
automatic test sequence.
Mode 1
Mode 2
Riso
-
-
-
-
M
Ω
This mode will perform;
•V o/c
•I s/c
•Insulation MΩ
Mode 3
I
-
V
icon displayed
This mode will perform;
•V o/c
•I s/c
•I-V Curve
Riso
-
-
-
-
M
Ωa
nd
I
-
V
icon displayed
This mode will perform;
•V o/c
•I s/c
•Insulation MΩ
•I-V Curve
The Mode key is also used to select the Operating Current Mode. See section 5.11.

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5.7.2 Automatic Sequence
IV test in progress
IV test complete
1. Connect the PV200/210 securely to the PV module
as shown using the supplied test lead adaptors or
test probes with alligator clips.
Never use test probes without alligator clips as this
may result in arcing.
Never remove any connection to the PV module
when any test is active.
2. The red test probe must be connected to earth
when measuring insulation resistance in a Mode 1
or Mode 3 sequence. Where the structure/frame is
bonded to earth, the earth connection maybe to any
suitable earth or to the array frame.
Where the array frame is not bonded to earth, a
commissioning engineer may choose to do two
tests:
a. Between array cables and earth
b. Between array cables and frame
3. The PV200/210 will automatically detect any DC
voltage connected to the PV test socket inputs 8
and 9 and display the measured voltage.
4. If the PV voltage polarity is reversed, the polarity
indicator will flash a cross icon next to the voltage
icon.
5. If the incoming voltage is >30v then the shock
hazard icon will flash.
6. Press the uto key and the Solar PV200/210 will
automatically perform the following the selected test
sequence.
7. If an I-V curve measurement has been selected,
progress is shown by moving dashes in the Is/c
display field.
8. When an I-V curve measurement is complete, the
measured values for Vo/c and Is/c will appear on
the display.
9. If the fill factor is ≥60 the icon is displayed
10.If the fill factor is <60 the icon is displayed to
indicate that a problem may exist with the PV
module or system under test. The measured I-V
curve can be examined in detail on-site using the
PVMobile pp.
11.The measurement results will remain on the LCD for
20 seconds or until a key is pressed.
12.If the insulation test has been performed then a tick
or cross will be displayed next to the measurement
indicating whether the result is above or below the
threshold values shown in the table below.
Viso
Pass / Fail Limit
250v 0.5 M ohms
500v 1.0 M ohms
1000v 1.0 M ohms

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13. If the selected test sequence includes an I-V curve,
the I-V curve icon will flash. Once the test is
complete the I-V curve icon will become static
displaying whether the curve was good or bad. The
LCD switch key can be used to view the Irradiance,
MPP V, MMP I and Fill Factor.
Note: The PV200/210 chec s the validity of each voltage and current sample
ta en during the I-V curve measurement to reduce errors caused by factors
such as changes in irradiance.
The I-V curve measurement time will depend on the stability of the voltage
and current during the measurement period. Factors such as transient
changes in irradiance will extended the measurement time.
Note: During the insulation test, the PV200/210 applies a short circuit across the
PV string. The insulation test voltage is then applied between the RED 4mm
test lead and the two PV test terminals.
Note: If the DC voltage polarity is incorrect or the voltage is <5V or >1000V the
Auto Test will be disabled until the problem is corrected.
Note: The Continuity measurements are not stored in memory with the Automatic
test sequence.
5.7.3 Displaying the I-V urve after the test sequence
In order to display I-V curves you must have an NFC enabled ndroid device running
the PV Mobile pp which is available from the ndroid Play store.
The PV200/210 includes the ability to transfer I-V curves to an ndroid device running
the PV Mobile pp using NFC.

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1. When the I-V curve test is complete, or when
reviewing stored curve data, the I-V curve will be
copied in to the onboard NFC device. While this
is happening NF will be displayed at the bottom
of the LCD.
2. When reviewing I-V curve data stored in the
PV200/210 memory, use the display toggle key
to change the display to show the Mpp values
and FF as shown below before attempting the
NFC transfer.
3. heck the instructions for your Android
device to determine the position of the NF
antenna.
4. Place your ndroid device running the PV Mobile
pp on the front surface of the PV200/210 such
that the NFC antenna in the ndroid device is
positioned over the NFC logo on the front of the
PV200/210.
5. The I-V curve will be copied and displayed in the
PV Mobile pp.
Note: Do not place you Android device over the
NFC logo while “nFC” shown on the
PV200/210 display as this may interrupt or
inhibit the data transfer to the NFC device.
Note: Results of test sequence that do not include
I-V curves will not be copied to the NFC
device.
5.8 Memory Store
The Solar PV200/210 can store up to 999 complete sets of measurements. The number
of records currently held in memory is shown on the bottom of the display i.e. if the
display shows 16 there are 16 records in memory and the next result will be stored in
location 17.
The current test is complete. The PV200/210 is asking
whether the current test results should be stored.
Press the Memory Store key to store all measured values on the display. If there is
memory space available the Store icon will appear, and the readings will be stored in
the memory.
The current test results are being stored into the
memory location 10 as indicated on the LCD.
If the memory is full, the buzzer will sound and the results will not be stored.

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If there are no valid readings on the display when the store key is pressed, the buzzer
will beep, the Store icon will flash and nothing will be stored.
Note: After the results are stored to memory they are read bac to ensure that
the data is correct. If the read data is different from what was written then a
READ FAIL warning will be displayed. Pressing a button will return you to the test
results where the Store can be performed again. Should this happen the first set
of data will still be recorded and ta e up a memory location. When reviewed or
downloaded the corrupted record will be tagged as corrupt.
5.9 Memory Recall
Each successive press of the Recall key will increment the user memory location
indicator and display the measured values stored in that memory location. The location
number is shown on the bottom of the LCD display. fter the first press of Recall, the
Store key can be used to decrement the user memory location indicator to recall
previous memory location.
If a memory location holds an I-V Curve result, the I-V curve icon will be displayed on
the LCD. The display toggle key can be used to switch between the two sets of I-V
curve result data. When the I-V curve results are displayed on the LCD the I-V curve
data will be copied to the NFC device and NF will be displayed at the bottom of the
LCD for the duration of the copy. The curve can be viewed using an NFC enabled
ndroid device running the PV Mobile pp. See section 5.7.3.
Note: If the recalled results are corrupt then the measurement will still be
displayed but the warning triangle will flash results are being displayed.
Note: Do not place you phone over the NFC logo while the I-V curve icon is
flashing as this may slow down or inhibit the copy to the NFC device.
Note: Results of test sequence that do not include I-V curves will not be copied to
the NFC device.
Press and hold the Recall key while in Recall mode to download data to a PC via the
USB port.
5.10 Memory lear
While in Recall mode press the LCD Switch and Save keys together to clear all the user
memory locations. The LCD will display Lr and count down from 5, when the counter
reaches zero the memory will be erased. If the keys are released before the counter
reaches zero then the memory will not be erased.
5.11 Operating urrent
The PV200/210 can be used to measure the DC operating current of a solar PV
installation as shown.

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1. Disconnect all cables from the PV test inputs (8 &
9 in figure 2).
2. Connect the current clamp to the red – black
4mm probe inputs.
3. Move the current clamp switch to the 40
position.
4. Press the zero key on the current clamp for a few
seconds.
5. Place the clamp around the DC cable of the solar
installation.
6. Press the Viso key until the clamp icon (figure 3,
icon b) appears on the LCD.
7. The measured current is shown on the LCD next
to the clamp icon.
Note: The Auto ey is disabled whilst the DC power
measurement is in use.
5.12 Auto Shutdown
fter 1 minute of being idle the PV200/210 will turn itself off in order to conserve
battery power. This auto shutdown period can be extended as follows:
1. Turn the PV200/210 unit off
2. Press and hold the NULL key, then press both the ON/OFF keys together.
Keep holding the NULL key.
3. The display will show “OFF” on line 1, and the turnoff time on line 2 (in
minutes)
4. Keep holding the NULL key and press the Viso key. Each press of the
Viso key will increment the turnoff time.
5. Increment beyond 10 to set the time back to 1 minute
Note: When displaying DC Operating Power (section 5.11) the Auto Shutdown
function is deactivated whilst DC voltage or current are detected. This will
allow extended time for monitoring DC power.
5.13 Error Messages
Under certain conditions, the PV200/210 may indicate an error message.
5.13.1 User serviceable error codes

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Error mess
age
Remedy
The internal fuse has blown. Refer to section 8.5 in the
operating instructions for details on how to replace the fuse.
The electronics within the PV200/210 have reached the
maximum safe temperature. This can occur after repeated
short circuit current measurements at high current levels.
llow the unit to cool down before further use.
The DC short circuit current has exceeded the maximum
rated value of 15 . The measurement sequence has been
aborted. Reference section 5.13.3.
High Open Circuit Voltage (ie > 1000V ), check supply
voltage, if above 1000V cease testing.
During the utomatic test sequence the PV200/210 has
calculated that the maximum power rating has been
exceeded. Insulation tests and I-V Curves will not be
performed until the power measurement is less than 10kW.
The memory store verification check has failed, the stored
record will be logged as corrupt. Please store the result
again. Please note that this will store the record in the next
available memory location.
The NFC memory store verification check has failed, the
record in NFC is incomplete or corrupt. Ensure that no
NF enabled device is near the PV200/210 NF antenna.
Saved data can be reviewed by using the memory recall
function.
5.13.2 Non user serviceable error codes
Error message
Remedy
The PV200/210 is not correctly calibrated. Return the unit to
an authorised Service gent.
etc
Return the unit to an authorised Service gent.
Return the unit to an authorised Service gent.
Return the unit to an authorised Service gent.
Return the unit to an authorised Service gent.
5.13.3 Overriding the HiS error code
The HiSC error code is displayed if a current of >15 is measured at the beginning of
the test. If this error code is displayed then ensure that the connections made to the
PV200/210 cannot generate >15 . Once you have confirmed that it is okay to proceed
the HiSC warning can be overridden. To override the HiSC warning press the UTO
key, this will start a new test and display the HiSC error code, while this is displayed
press and hold the NULL key then press and hold the UTO key while the NULL is still
being pressed, the selected UTO test will start will the pre-test disabled.

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6 Use with the Solar Survey 200R
6.1 Pairing with the Survey 200R
Make sure there are no other units operating nearby.
Turn off both the PV200/210 and Survey 200R unit.
On the Survey 200R, press and hold the On/Off keys, keep both keys pressed.
On the PV200/210, press and hold the Riso and Mode keys, keep both keys pressed.
The Survey 200R will now send its “Pairing” signal. When the PV200/210 detects this
signal, it will remember the serial number of the Survey 200R, and will look for that
particular serial number in all future communications.
When the PV200/210 has successfully paired, it will beep and display the serial number
of the Survey 200R. This should normally happen within a couple of seconds.
Note: The top line of the PV200/210 display will now show the W/m2 icon.
6.2 Un-Pairing from the Survey 200R
Make sure there are no other units operating nearby.
Turn the PV200/210 off.
On the PV200/210, press and hold the Riso and Mode keys, keep both keys pressed
for about 10 seconds. The PV200/210 will then beep and clear its screen. The unit is
now no longer paired to any Survey 200R. Note that the top line of the LCD will display
Rpe ohms.
6.3 Put the Survey 200R into transmit mode
The Survey 200R can be put in and out of transmit mode by pressing and holding the
temperature key, and then momentarily pressing the OK key.
When in transmit mode there will be a flashing icon above the temperature key.
Note: When in transmit mode the auto shut down feature is disabled. You must
remember to turn the Survey 200R off in order to save battery power.
6.4 Normal operation
When the PV200/210 has been paired with a Survey 200R, the top line of the display is
used to show the irradiance value measured by the Survey 200R.
The Survey 200R must be put into transmit mode as described above.
When the PV200/210 is in range of the Survey 200R it will display the Survey 200R
irradiance value and display it on the top line of the LCD.
When an uto test is performed, the PV200/210 captures the irradiance, ambient
temperature and module temperature measurements from the Survey 200R. Press
Store and all these values will be stored along with any measurements made using by
the PV200/210.