For your own safety and to avoid damaging the instrument we suggest you follow
the procedures hereby prescribed and to carefully read all the notes preceded by
the symbol m.
Before and during measurements please be very diligent in following instructions below:
• Do not measure voltage or current in wet or dusty places
• Do not measure in presence of gas, explosive materials or combustibles
• Do not touch the circuit under test if no measurement is being taken
• Do not touch exposed metal parts, unused terminals, circuits and so on
• Do not use the instrument if it seems to be malfunctioning
• Use only cables and accessories approved by Amprobe
The following symbols are used in this manual:
mCaution: keep to what is prescribed by the manual. An incorrect use could
damage the instrument or its components
cHigh voltage: risk of electric shock
1.2 PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTIONS
• This instrument has been designed for use in places with pollution class 2.
• It can be used for
voltage category III 600 V~ phase to phase / 346 V~ phase to earth and of excess
voltage category II 1000 V~ phase to phase / 577 V~ phase to earth.
voltage and current measurements in installations of excess
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• Please keep to the usual safety standards aimed at:
Protecting against dangerous currents;
Protecting the instrument against incorrect operations.
• Only the accessories supplied with the instrument guarantee compliance with the
safety standards. Accordingly, they must be in good condition and, if necessary,
they must be replaced with identical models.
• Do not take measurements on circuits exceeding the specified current and
voltage limits.
• Before connecting voltage leads and clamps to the circuit under test, make sure
that the circuit configuration has been selected.
1.3 DURING USE
Please read carefully:
CAUTION
Should you fail to keep to the prescribed instructions you could damage
m
the instrument and/or its components or endanger your safety.
• When the instrument is connected to the circuit under test, do not touch any
unused terminal.
• When measuring current, other currents located near the leads may affect the
measuring accuracy.
• When measuring current, always position the wire in the very middle of the jaws
in order to obtain the highest accuracy.
1.4 AFTER USE
• After use, turn off the instrument by pressing the ON/OFF push button.
• If you won’t be using the instrument for long periods of time, use the storage
instructions described in paragraph 3.4.
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2.GENERAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 INTRODUCTION
The DM-4 also referred to as the Modular Data Logger (MDL), addresses the needs
of the most demanding Power Quality professionals. The device incorporates full set
of measuring features crucial for complete Power Quality analysis. An innovative
Remote User Interface (PDA) allows safe, easy and convenient operation of the
device remotely. Remote User Interface (PDA) is also used for data viewing, analysis and transfer. Independently, the DM-4 can be used directly with a PC using
Download Suite software. Since the DM-4 does not have any control buttons on its
enclosure, it is protected against setup changes by unauthorized persons while the
device is recording, eliminating the need for password protection.
2.2 FUNCTIONS
The DM-4 is able to:
• Display in real time the electrical parameters of a single phase, two phase or
three-phase system (wye or delta) and the harmonic analysis of voltages and currents.
• Conduct a direct Energy measurement.
• Record simultaneously (pressing the RECORD key after a proper connection &
device configuration): RMS values of voltages, currents, corresponding harmonics;
active, reactive and apparent powers, power factor and cos
Θ; active, reactive and
apparent energies; voltage sag and surge with 14ms resolution; and voltage spike
with 100ns resolution.
It will be possible to analyze the recorded data by down-
loading the file using the Remote User Interface (PDA) or Download Suite.
• Record Data (pressing RECORD key) the sampled values of the Parameters
present at the instrument’s input.
It will be possible to analyze the recorded
data by downloading the file with the Remote User Interface (PDA) device
or a PC using the Download Suite.
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3. PREPARING THE INSTRUMENT
3.1 INITIAL CHECK
This instrument has been checked before shipment from an electrical and mechanical point of view. All possible precautions have been taken in order to deliver it in
perfect condition. Notwithstanding, on receipt of the instrument we suggest that
you check it summarily to make sure that no damage has occurred in transit.
Should you find irregularities, please contact the carrier immediately. Furthermore,
make sure that the parcel contains all the accessories and parts listed on Table
13.3.1. In case of discrepancies, please contact your dealer. Should it be necessary to return the instrument to the supplier, please keep to the instructions given
at paragraph 16.1.
3.2 INSTRUMENT POWER SUPPLY
The instrument can be powered by:
• 8 batteries 1.5V AA located in the compartment on the back of the instrument
• An external power supply code DM-4EXTPS supplied with the instrument
(standard accessory).
CAUTION
m
3.3 CALIBRATION
The instrument complies with the standards mentioned in this manual. Its performance is guaranteed for one year from the purchase date.
For recordings ALWAYS use the external power supply (even though the
instrument allows the operator to perform a recording using internal batteries).
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3.4 STORAGE
For long time storage, please remove batteries to prevent leakage into the unit. Store
unit in a safe location with room temperature conditions. To guarantee accurate
measurements after a long storage period in severe environmental conditions, wait
until the instrument resumes its normal conditions (see environmental conditions
listed in paragraph 13.2).
4. HOW TO OPERATE
4.1 INSTRUMENT: DESCRIPTION
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LEGEND
1. Voltage Inputs
2. Current Inputs
3. Infrared Ports
4. External Power
Supply Plug
5. RS232 Serial Connector
6. ON/OFF Push Button
7. Record Push Button
8. Reset Push Button
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4.2 KEYBOARD: DESCRIPTION
The following keys are available:
ON/OFF:turning on – turning off / (Green LED for AC and Red LED for Battery)
RECORD:to start/stop manually a recording
RESET:to reset the unit
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4.3 USING THE DM-4 WITH THE REMOTE USER INTERFACE (PDA)
• Connect the Remote User Interface (PDA) to the DM-4 using the provided cable
• Turn ON the DM-4 by pressing on the ON/OFF push button
• Turn ON the Remote User Interface (PDA) by pressing the power button
• Click on the MDL (Modular Data Logger) icon
Click MDL
icon to
enter the
program.
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4.4DISPLAY DESCRIPTION OF THE REMOTE USER INTERFACE (PDA)
Download the
recorded files.
View the downloaded files.
MDL-Main Menu
View Real Time Data
Setup a New Recording Session
Download Data
View Downloaded Data
Display real time information
of the monitored system.
Allow the user to setup
recording sessions with the
desired configuration.
Delete recording or
downloaded files.
Delete Session Device Status
Display the status of the
device.
4.4.1 View Real Time Data
When monitoring an electrical system in real time, the user needs to know the
type of system configuration the device is hooked up to in order to have the
correct readings. Refer to section 11 for more information on the different types of
electrical system configurations.
• From the MDL Main Menu screen, click on View Real Time Data. The following
screen will appear.
MDL-Main Menu
View Real Time Data
Setup a New Recording Session
R
TM Setup
Phase Selection: P 3 Ø 4 W (Y)
Fund. Frequency:
Clamp Type:
P 60 Hz
P 1000 Amps
OK
• Select the desired electrical system configuration you want to monitor.
• Select the fundamental frequency of the system
• Select the type of clamp you are using with the DM-4 to monitor the
electrical system.
• Click OK to accept the system setup.
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• 1-Phase 2-wire, 60Hz System using 1000A clamp
MDL-Main Menu
View Real Time Data
Setup a New Recording Session
R
TM Setup
Phase Selection: P 1 Ø 2 W (Y)
Fund. Frequency:
Clamp Type:
P 60 Hz
P 1000 Amps
OK
• Select 1Ø2W, 60Hz, 1000A and then click OK. The following screen will appear:
Voltage & Current
V1: 116.13V __l1: 3.96A
Back Voltage Current Power
• Once you get into this screen, you can get real time readings for voltage and
current and their associated waveforms and harmonics. You can also get
readings for power.
How to Monitor Voltage Only?
Click on the Voltage button located at the bottom of the screen. The voltage
reading for the monitoring phase will be displayed with its respective frequency.
Real Time Voltage
V1
Volt
(V) 0.00
Freq
(Hz) 0.00
Back Harm Scope
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In order to display the voltage waveform or harmonics for the monitored phase,
click on Scope or Harm buttons. The waveform or the harmonics table for the
monitored voltage phase will be displayed.
oltage 1
Real Time Mode
P V
Real Time Voltage
V1
Harm 1 0.00
Harm 3 0.00
Harm 5 0.00
Harm 7 0.00
Close
Back
How to Monitor Current Only?
From the Voltage and Current screen, click on the Current button. You will be
prompted to the current only real time display. The RMS value for the monitored
phase will be reported with its respective frequency.
Voltage & Current
V1: 116.13V __l1: 3.96A
Click
Current
Back Voltage Current Power
In order to display the current waveform or the harmonics
Real Time (Current)
Ø1
Cur
(A) 0.00
Freq
(Hz) 0.00
Back Harm Scope
for the monitored
phase, click on Scope or Harm buttons. The waveform graph or the harmonics
table for the monitored Current phase will be displayed.
Real Time Mode
P Current 1
Real Time Harmonics
Ø1
1 0.00
3 0.00
0.00
5
7 0.00
Close
Back
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How to Monitor Power Only?
From the Voltage and Current screen menu, click on the Power button located at
the bottom of the screen.The Real Time Power screen will appear as shown
below with the following information: Real Power: P (kW); Reactive Power: Q
(kVAR); Apparent Power: S (kVA); True Power Factor: pF; and the displacement
power factor: dPf. To return to the previous screen, click on the Back button.
Phase Selection: P 3 Ø 4 W (Y)
Fund. Frequency:
Clamp Type:
P 60 Hz
P 1000 Amps
OK
• The Voltage and Current screen should display the readings for all three phases
as shown above.
• You can access the readings for voltage, current and power with their respective
waveforms and harmonics tables as described on “How to monitor voltage only?”,
“How to monitor current only?”, and “How to monitor power only?” in paragraph
4.4.1 for the 1Ø2W system.
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3-Phase 3-wire, 60HZ system with 1000A Clamp
Because the 3Ø3W system doesn’t have a neutral wire, you need to follow the
proper direction given in this manual to connect the DM-4 with the 3Ø3W
electrical system you want to monitor. Refer to paragraph 11.3
• Follow the same procedures as for 1Ø2W and 3Ø4W systems. The following
screen should appear when accepting the system configuration setup for 3Ø3W.
Phase Selection: P 3 Ø 4 W (Y)
Fund. Frequency:
Clamp Type:
Integration Period:
START:
R
ecording Start Time
3 : 0 8 AM PM
OK
P Set Time
H
P
Cancel
P 60 Hz
P 1000 Amps
P 5 sec
5. MAIN MENU
MDL-Main Menu
View Real Time Data
Setup a New Recording Session
Download Data
View Downloaded Data
Delete Session Device Status
5.1 INITIAL SETTINGS
Initial settings are the last settings the user configured the unit at the time of the
last use. Each time you access the device with the Remote User Interface (PDA) ,
you will be asked if you would like to retrieve the device existing settings. Click YES
to retrieve the existing settings and NO to reset the device with the Remote User
Interface (PDA) settings.
MDL-Main Menu
View Real Time Data
Setup a New Recording Session
R
etrieve Settings?
Do you want to retreive
current settings from the
device?
No
Yes
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5.1.1 How to Set the Date and Time?
When connecting to the data logger, if the date and time of the device are different
from the Remote User Interface (PDA), the program will ask you if you would like
to synchronize the data logger with the Remote User Interface (PDA). Click on YES
to set the date and time manually or automatically. Click on NO to continue to use
the device. Important!!! (If you do not set the device time correctly, the auto-
matic recording will not take place.)
Connecting
If you are using serial port, make sure
that the device is connecting using
appropriate cable.
Wrong Settings
The data logger’s date and
v
time are not in sync with the
Palm. Do you want to
change the settings
No
Yes
Click Yes
to change
the settings
Set Time
Synchronize time with Palm’s clock
Y
Palm Time: 10/3/05 2:27pm
Set time manually
Set Date: 10/3/05
Set Time: 2:27pm
Click Done
to accept
the change
Done
Device Status
Record @ undefined
Device time 10/3/05 2:29 pm
Battery 100%
Memory 0%
F/W ver 1.0b3
Back
Set
NOTE. You can also use the Download Suite program to set the date and time in
the device.
5.2 DEFAULT SETTINGS: ANALYZER CONFIG
The basic setting allows you to quickly set the device for a recording session with
all the 456 parameters selected.
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5.2.1 How to Set the Type of Electrical System Under Test
• Phase Selection
This parameter permits you to select the type of electrical system under test among
the following configurations:
1Ø2W: Single phase system
1Ø3W: Single phase system
3Ø3W: 3 wires system (three-phase system without neutral)
3Ø4W: 4 wires system (three-phase system with neutral)
MDL System Setup
Phase Selection: P 3 Ø 4 W (Y)
Fund. Frequency:
Clamp Type:
Integration Period:
Comment: Recording 1
START: P Manual
STOP:
Back
P Manual
1Ø2W
1Ø3W
P 60 Hz
3Ø3W (Delta)
3Ø4W (Y)
Next
• Clamp Type
The value of this parameter must always be equal to the clamp type you are
using. Three types of clamps are available:
1000A: For Standard clamps of 1000 Amps
3000A: For Flexible clamps of 3000 Amps.
100A: For miniature clamps of 100 Amps.
Set the desired value by selecting the clamp type using the drop-down box.
MDL System Setup
Phase Selection: P 3 Ø 4 W (Y)
Fund. Frequency:
Clamp Type:
Integration Period:
START:
STOP:
Back
Comment:
P Manual
P Manual
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P 60 Hz
100
1000 AMPS
3000 AMPS
AMPS
Next
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