SMC Networks Prime-600 User manual

Micro-Ohmmeter 600
User Guide
Prime - 600
Reference: HAFMU02
Published: 4 July 2016
Version: 3

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Quality is the focal point of EuroSMC, S.A.’s activity, aimed at fully satisfying its
customers’ needs and expectations
DISCLAIMER
EuroSMC, S.A. does not acknowledge any contractual bond derived from the
information, including product characteristics and technical data, included in this
document. The user alone is responsible for the consequences of applying the
product that is referred to in this document. EuroSMC, S.A. explicitly declines any
responsibility for undesired results or accidents that might be directly or indirectly
derived from the improper or incomplete wording of this document. Partial or total
reproduction of this document is forbidden without prior written authorisation from
EuroSMC, S.A., which reserves the right to modify this document and its products
without prior notice.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and manufacture of the
actual product for a period of 12 months as from the date the product is
registered. If the product is not registered within 30 days after the shipping date,
that date will be considered as the start of the warranty period.
Our commitment is limited to replacing and/or repairing those materials and
components proven to be faulty during the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover defects produced by the operator outside the
product specifications established in the Instructions Manual
EuroSMC, S.A. does not assume any responsibility for any direct or indirect
damage accidentally caused by the product.
TRANSPORT CONDITIONS
This warranty covers the transport costs, exclusively in agreement with the
following conditions and with the limitations indicated:
1. If the equipment presents a fault that requires transport to factory during a
period of TWO MONTHS after the entry into force of the Warranty, the transport
costs will be covered in their entirety by EuroSMC S.A.
2. If the equipment presents a fault that requires transport to factory after the initial
TWO MONTH period and until the end of the first year, the costs of sending the
equipment to factory will be paid by the customer and the costs of the return
transport by EuroSMC S.A.
3. The customer may not, under any circumstances, send the equipment to factory
without a Service Ticket issued by EuroSMC S.A.- Otherwise, EuroSMC S.A. will
not be responsible foranytransport cost.
4. If the fault that the equipment presents (once diagnosed in factory) is not
covered by the terms of theWarranty, EuroSMC S.A. will not be responsible for any
transport cost.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THIS WARRANTY
It is essential for you to register your product as soon as possible on our
website. This registration is absolutely necessary for your warranty to
appropriately enter into force.
To do so, go to our WEBSITE ( www.smcint.com ), select the “Support &
Training” option and click on “Client and Product Registration”. Please fill in the
questionnaire form and click on send.
If the product is not registered, EuroSMC, S.A. reserves the right to grant or not
grant the warranty for a one-year period.

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CONTENT
LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................... 3
TRANSPORT CONDITIONS ...............................................................3
HOW TO ACTIVATE THIS WARRANTY................................................3
CONTENT.............................................................................................................. 5
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ............................................................................. 8
Manufacturer..................................................................................8
Declaration of Conformity ...............................................................8
Standards used...............................................................................8
ELEMENTS THAT MAKE UP THE SYSTEM ................................................................. 10
SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT ...................................................................................... 11
Hazardous situations for the user and for the Prime –600 system ...12
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................... 13
LOCATION OF ELEMENTS...................................................................................... 14
Prime - 600 (Power supply panel and communications) ..................15
Prime –600 (Measurement panel)..................................................16
Prime –600 (A first glimpse of the console)....................................17
HOW TO CONNECT THE SYSTEM ........................................................................... 19
Making the connections. ...............................................................19
Preparing optional accessories. .....................................................20
TURNING ON THE SYSTEM .................................................................................... 20
Other status indicators..................................................................21
Setup Menus from the main touch screen.......................................22
PERFORMING TESTS ............................................................................................. 26
“Single” Work mode (Static resistance)............................................26
Setup:...................................................................................................26

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Steps to be followed to perform the test:................................................ 28
Result:.................................................................................................. 28
“Dynamic” work mode (Dynamic resistance). .................................. 29
Setup:................................................................................................... 29
Steps to be followed to perform the test:................................................ 31
Result:.................................................................................................. 31
“Manual Seq” Work mode (Manual static resistance measurement
sequence). ................................................................................... 34
Setup:................................................................................................... 34
Steps to be followed to perform the test:................................................ 35
Result:.................................................................................................. 36
“Auto Seq” Work mode (Automatic static resistance measurement
sequence). ................................................................................... 38
Setup:................................................................................................... 38
Steps to be followed to perform the test:................................................ 39
Result:.................................................................................................. 40
ADVANCED SETTINGS .......................................................................................... 42
Dual Ground Clamp”..................................................................... 42
Setting:................................................................................................. 42
Diagram connection diagram to perform the test:................................... 43
Steps to be followed to perform the test:................................................ 44
Result:.................................................................................................. 44
Thermal compensation of the device tested,“T.Sense”. .................... 45
Setup:................................................................................................... 45
Steps to be followed to perform the test:................................................ 46
Result:.................................................................................................. 47
OBTAINING TEST REPORTS.................................................................................... 48
Reporting and testing concept ...................................................... 48
Management of saved tests........................................................... 48
Using the PrimeSync program to manage tests and reports. ............ 49
Test display........................................................................................... 50
Graphic display..................................................................................... 51
Reportsetting options ........................................................................... 53
Report preview...................................................................................... 54
Report generation................................................................................. 54
SETTINGS AND MAINTENANCE.............................................................................. 55
PrimeSync program (for PC with Windows). .................................... 55

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Installation.............................................................................................55
Connect Prime –600 to PC................................................................... 55
User interface........................................................................................56
Action bar..............................................................................................57
Status bar............................................................................................. 58
Preparation to update the equipment..................................................... 58
Manual equipment updating. .................................................................59
Automatic equipment updating. ............................................................. 59
Remote connection setting by Ethernet (bridge mode).....................61
Maintenance of the Prime –600 equipment from PrimeSync. ...........62
Updating the Primesync program...................................................63
PROBLEMS THAT MIGHT ARISE .............................................................................. 64
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................... 65
Prime –600..................................................................................65
Prime ‐ 600: Typical High Current D.C. Power Output (English only). 66
Order Information.........................................................................67

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the Prime –600 system, being applicable to all the elements that comprise
it.
Manufacturer
EuroSMC, S.A.
Pol. Industrial P-29 C/Buril, 69
28400 Collado Villalba
Madrid - Spain
Declaration of Conformity
Based on the results of the tests performed according to appropriate standards,
the product meets:
Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility.
Directive 2006/95/EC on low voltage.
Standards used
Generic
IEC 61010.1 (2010) Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement,control, and laboratory use.
IEC 61000-6-1 (2007) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).Immunity for
residential,commercial and light-industrial
environments..
IEC 61000-6-2 (2005) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Immunity for
industrial environments.
IEC 61000-6-3 (2007) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Emission
standard for residential, commercial and light-
industrial environments
IEC 61000-6-4 (2007) Electromagnetic compatibility(EMC). Emission
standard for industrial environments.

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Basic
IEC 61000-3-2 (2006) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Limits - Limits
for harmonic current emissions .
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IEC 61000-3-3 (2009) Electromagnetic compatibility(EMC). Limits.
Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations
and flicker .
IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/5/8/11 Electromagnetic compatibility(EMC). Testing and
measurement techniques.
The tests have been performed in a standard configuration. This conformity is
indicated with the CE symbol meaning “European Conformity”.

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ELEMENTS THAT MAKE UP THE SYSTEM
Depending on the system you have purchased, you will find the following
components:
Prime –600.
1 x Unit
Highcurrent
cables .
1 x 3 m Cable with black connector
1 x 3 m Cablewith red connector
Measurement
cables .
1 x 3 m Red Banana-Banana cable
1 x 3 m Black Banana-Banana cable
1 x Red crocodile clip.
1 x Black crocodile clip.
1 x Red test tip.
1 x Black test tip.
Bag with
accessories:
1 x 3 m. Yellow / Green ground
Banana–Banana cable .
1 x 2 m USB cable
1 x 2 m Power supply cable
1 x Memory stick.
1 x 200mA fuse.
1 x 25A fuse.
1 x Pointer for resistive screen.
1 x Usermanual .
1 x Bag for cables and accessories

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Optional
accessories:
Nylon bag for Prime –600.
10m High currentcables
10m Measurementcables
3m or10m temperature probe.
Ammeter clamp set with 2 m.
extension cable.
Rigid transport box.
SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
Before using the equipment please carefully read this
manual, especially this section, referring to safety
precautions that must be observed.
Symbols used:
Hazard –this identifies actions and situations that entail risks
for the user.
Precaution –this identifies actions and situations that might
cause damage to the equipment.
Important –this identifies actions and situations that attention
must be paid to in order to correctly carry out the test or
measurement.

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Hazardous situations for the user and for the Prime –600 system
Hazard –Before making any change to the power or
measurement connections, make sure that the system is not
injecting.
Hazard –Following a high current injection, the hoses and
connections may be very hot and may cause burns.
Hazard –Do not manually open a circuit through which current
passes as this may generate high voltages.
Hazard –Never connect the power supply hoses to the line
before connecting them to the equipment.
When performing tests, make sure that the circuit is grounded.
If it is a switch, we recommend grounding both sides.
Hazard –The Prime –600 system is not designed to perform
tests on highly inductive loads.
Hazard –Never work with the system if you observe severe
damage or damp on it.

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INTRODUCTION
The Primer –600 marks the differences with any other equipment that exists
today. Its innovative design and cutting-edge technology permit tackling
resistance measurement tasks in a much more efficient manner, as it takes the
concept of manageability to extremes that have never been possible until now.
With Prime –600, SMC opens the door to a new generation of test equipment,
based on the formula of innovation, and designed with and for the user, backed
by more than 30 years’ experience in the development of practical, affordable
and long-lasting solutions for its customers all over the world.
Until today, all the micro-ohmmeters on the market were limited to measuring the
resistance of a static object, presenting this on the screen as a value expressed
in Ohms. In contrast, the DRM function is incorporated into the Prime 600 from
factory. Until now this function, which draws a chart with the resistance values
measured on an object (typically the contact of a switch) at high speed and
precision in a short period of time, was only available in some switch analysis
devices.
It is extremely useful to assess the status of the main and arc contacts in sealed
switches (vacuum or SF6) with great speed and reliability, without having to
open them, with the subsequent cost saving.
You can carry out measurements one after another using the traditional method,
or get the Prime –600 to automatically register the resistance values as you
apply the voltmeter tips at different points.
The Prime –600 will show a confirmation message if it detects an error in its
connections, and will automatically demagnetise the load at the end of each test
for your safety. You can print out the results immediately or just save them on a
USB memory stick. Later, you can download any tests you want on your
Windows computer to organise them and prepare reports with a professional
aspect, using the software supplied with the Prime 600. It is managed from a
small touch screen for greater convenience. Updatable by direct connection to
the Internet.

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LOCATION OF ELEMENTS
1
Power supply panel and
communications
2
Printer
3
Injection and measurement panel
4
Console
2
3
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Prime - 600 (Power supply panel and communications)
1
25-amp fuse.
2
Ground tap.
3
USB-A host.
Used to be able to connect a memory stick and
save –recuperate reports.
4
USB-B device.
Used to be able to update the equipment software
and carry out other steps from a PC.
1
4
2
3

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Prime –600 (Measurement panel).
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External temperature measurement.
Temperature 4-20 mA optical transducer input.
Used to compensate the resistance
measurement according to the temperature.
2
Clamp measurement connection.
“Dual Ground Clamp” live measurement input.
Its function is to compensate the current that
leaks to ground when calculating the resistance.
3
Voltage measurement connections.
To calculate the resistance tested.
4
Current injection connections.
4
3
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Prime –600 (A first glimpse of the console).
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Indicates which USB port is active
2
Date and time
3
Disconnected measurement connections indicator
4
Test start / stop button
5
Print out test
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Save test
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Indicates the selectedcurrent injection
8
Indicates the selected work mode
2
7
8
10
14
3
4
5
6
9
11
12
13
1

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Instant measurements of:
Current that is being injected (Iout).
Voltage that is being measured in “V
sense” connections (Vsns).
Current that is being measured in the
“Clamp” connections (Iclamp).
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Access to different menus
11
External temperature measurement indicator
12
Connected power indicator. It will turn red when the
power is connected, regardless of the generation mode
set
13
Resistance measurement indicator
14
Rotary dial and pushbutton
Power ON
Power OFF

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HOW TO CONNECT THE SYSTEM
The Prime system will be comprised of at least a couple of high current cables, a
couple of voltage measurement cables and a couple of crocodile clips.
Making the connections.
Before continuing, make sure that the on/off switch of the unit is in its
Disconnected position.
Make the necessary connections both for injection and measurement. These will
vary depending on the nature of the test and in some cases we will describe
them later on in this manual.
Connect the power cable supplied to 120Vac or 230Vac
The power supply used must have ground tap.
Bear in mind that the longer the high current path is, the
maximum injectable values may suffer limitations.
We recommend the measurement cables being connected as
close as possible to the device tested, and as close to each
other as possible.

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Preparing optional accessories.
The ammeter clamp, supplied as an optional accessory by EuroSMC, will be
connected to the “Clamp” connections.
The temperature optical sensor, supplied as an optional accessory by EuroSMC,
will be connected in the “T Sense” connector.
TURNING ON THE SYSTEM
Apply the power switch of your Prime –600. You can verify the correct supply
status with the indicators on the supply panel.
The green AC in indicator must remain on, from the moment power is supplied
to the unit by activating the power switch. Otherwise, the line power supply and
the input fuse must be reviewed.
If the yellow Fault indicator remains on, this indicates a fault in one or more of
the internal supplies of the equipment or that the line level is too low for the unit
to operate correctly.
The printer indicator must stay on green, from the moment the console of the
equipment is rebooted. Otherwise, this could mean
LED flashing sequence. Each time unit corresponds to 0.5 seconds
LED on green -> Correct
LED off -> Correct