Dranetz hdpq User Manual
USER GUIDE
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WARNING
Death, serious injury, or fire hazard could result from improper connection of this instrument. Read and
understand this manual before connecting this instrument. Follow all installation and operating
instructions while using this instrument.
Connection of this instrument must be performed in compliance with the National Electrical Code (ANSI/
NFPA 70-2014) of USA and any additional safety requirements applicable to your installation.
Installation, operation, and maintenance of this instrument must be performed by qualified personnel
only. The National Electrical Code defines a qualified person as “one who has the skills and knowledge
related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installations, and who has
received safety training on the hazards involved.”
Qualified personnel who work on or near exposed energized electrical conductors must follow applicable
safety related work practices and procedures including appropriate personal protective equipment in
compliance with the Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces (ANSI/NFPA
70E-2012) of USA and any additional workplace safety requirements applicable to your installation.
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publisher, Dranetz, Edison, NJ 08818-4019.
Printed in the United States of America.
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ADVERTENCIA
Una conexión incorrecta de este instrumento puede producir la muerte, lesiones graves y riesgo de incendio. Lea y
entienda este manual antes de conectar. Observe todas las instrucciones de instalación y operación durante el uso de
este instrumento.
La conexión de este instrumento a un sistema eléctrico se debe realizar en conformidad con el Código Eléctrico
Nacional (ANSI/NFPA 70-2014) de los E.E.U.U., además de cualquier otra norma de seguridad correspondiente a su
establecimiento.
La instalación, operación y mantenimiento de este instrumento debe ser realizada por personal calificado solamente.
El Código Eléctrico Nacional define a una persona calificada como "una que esté familiarizada con la construcción y
operación del equipo y con los riesgos involucrados."
El personal cualificado que trabaja encendido o acerca a los conductores eléctricos energizados expuestos debe seguir
prácticas y procedimientos relacionados seguridad aplicable del trabajo incluyendo el equipo protector personal
apropiado en conformidad con el estándar para los requisitos de seguridad eléctricos para los lugares de trabajo del
empleado (ANSI/NFPA 70E-2012) de los E.E.U.U. y cualquier requisito de seguridad adicional del lugar de trabajo
aplicable a su instalación.
AVERTISSEMENT
Si l'instrument est mal connecté, la mort, des blessures graves, ou un danger d'incendie peuvent s'en suivre. Lisez
attentivement ce manuel avant de connecter l'instrument. Lorsque vous utilisez l'instrument, suivez toutes les
instructions d'installation et de service.
Cet instrument doit être connecté conformément au National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70-2014) des Etats-Unis
et à toutes les exigences de sécurité applicables à votre installation.
Cet instrument doit être installé, utilisé et entretenu uniquement par un personnel qualifié. Selon le National
Electrical Code, une personne est qualifiée si "elle connaît bien la construction et l'utilisation de l'équipement, ainsi
que les dangers que cela implique".
Le personnel qualifié qui travaillent dessus ou s'approchent des conducteurs électriques activés exposés doit suivre
des pratiques en matière et des procédures reliées par sûreté applicable de travail comprenant le matériel de protection
personnel approprié conformément à la norme pour des conditions de sûreté électriques pour les lieux de travail des
employés (ANSI/NFPA 70E-2012) des Etats-Unis et toutes les conditions de sûreté additionnelles de lieu de travail
applicables à votre installation.
WARNUNG
Der falsche Anschluß dieses Gerätes kann Tod, schwere Verletzungen oder Feuer verursachen. Bevor Sie dieses
Instrument anschließen, müssen Sie die Anleitung lesen und verstanden haben. Bei der Verwendung dieses
Instruments müssen alle Installation- und Betriebsanweisungen beachtet werden.
Der Anschluß dieses Instruments muß in Übereinstimmung mit den nationalen Bestimmungen für Elektrizität
(ANSI/NFPA 70-2014) der Vereinigten Staaten, sowie allen weiteren, in Ihrem Fall anwendbaren
Sicherheitsbestimmungen, vorgenommen werden.
Installation, Betrieb und Wartung dieses Instruments dürfen nur von Fachpersonal durchgeführt werden. In dem
nationalen Bestimmungen für Elektrizität wird ein Fachmann als eine Person bezeichnet, welche "mit der Bauweise
und dem Betrieb des Gerätes sowie den dazugehörigen Gefahren vertraut ist."
Qualifiziertes Personal, das an bearbeiten oder herausgestellte angezogene elektrische Leiter sich nähern, muß
anwendbare Sicherheit bezogener Arbeit Praxis und Verfahren einschließlich passende persönliche schützende
Ausrüstung gemäß dem Standard für elektrische Sicherheitsauflagen für Angestellt-Arbeitsplätze (ANSI/NFPA 70E-
2012) der Vereinigten Staaten und alle zusätzlichen Arbeitsplatzsicherheitsauflagen folgen, die auf Ihre Installation
anwendbar sind.
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Safety Summary
Continued on next page
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Definitions
Symbols
Definiciones
WARNING statements inform the user that certain conditions or practices could result
in loss of life or physical harm.
CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could harm the HDPQ
Xplorer, its data, other equipment, or property.
NOTE statements call attention to specific information.
The following International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) symbols are marked
on the top and rear panel in the immediate vicinity of the referenced terminal or device:
Caution, refer to accompanying documents (this manual).
Direct current (DC) operation of the terminal or device.
Power Switch
Las ADVERTENCIAS informan al usuario de ciertas condiciones o prácticas que
podrían producir lesiones mortales o daño físico.
Las PRECAUCIONES identifican condiciones o prácticas que podrían dañar la HDPQ
Xplorer, sus datos, otros equipos o propiedad.
Símbolos
Las NOTAS llaman la atención hacia la información específica.
Los siguientes símbolos de la Comisión Internacional Electrotécnica (IEC) aparecen
marcados en el panel superior y el posterior inmediatos al terminal o dispositivo en
referencia:
Precaución, consulte los documentos adjuntos (este manual).
Operación de corriente continua (CC) del terminal o dispositivo.
Interruptor de encendido
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!
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Définitions
Symboles
Definitionen
Les messages d’AVERTISSEMENT préviennent l’utilisateur que certaines conditions
ou pratiques pourraient entraîner la mort ou des lésions corporelles.
Les messages de MISE EN GARDE signalent des conditions ou pratiques susceptibles
d’endommager “HDPQ Xplorer”, ses données, d’autres équipements ou biens
matériels.
Les messages NOTA attirent l’attention sur certains renseignements spécifiques.
Les symboles suivants de la Commission électrotechnique internationale (CEI) figurent
sur le panneau arrière supérieur situé à proximité du terminal ou de l’unité cité:
Mise en garde, consultez les documents d’accompagnement (ce manual).
Fonctionnement du terminal ou de l’unité en courant continu (CC).
Interrupteur de tension
WARNUNGEN informieren den Benutzer darüber, daß bestimmte Bedingungen oder
Vorgehensweisen körperliche oder tödliche Verletzungen zur Folge haben können.
Symbole
VORSICHTSHINWEISE kennzeichnen Bedingungen oder Vorgehensweisen, die zu
einer Beschädigung von HDPQ Xplorer, seiner Daten oder anderer Geräte bzw. von
Eigentum führen können.
HINWEISE machen auf bestimmte Informationen aufmerksam.
Die folgenden Symbole der Internationalen Elektrotechnischen Kommission
(International Electrotechnical Commission; IEC) befinden sich auf der Abdeck- und
Seitenplatte unmittelbar am betreffenden Terminal oder Gerät.
Vorsichtshinweis, siehe Begleitdokumente (dieses Handbuch).
Gleichstrombetrieb im Terminal oder Gerät.
Netzschalter
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Safety
precautions
The following safety precautions must be followed whenever any type of voltage or
current connection is being made to the HDPQ Xplorer.
• Review NFPA70-E Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee
Workplaces for applicable safety requirements for potential electrical hazards that
may be encountered.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment, including safety glasses and insulated
gloves when making connections to power circuits.
• Hands, shoes and floor must be dry when making any connection to a power line.
• Before each use, inspect all cables for breaks or cracks in the insulation. Replace
immediately if defective.
• Press the HDPQ Xplorer On/Off power switch to Off.
• Before connecting to electric circuits to be monitored, open their related circuit
breakers or disconnects. DO NOT install any connection of the HDPQ Xplorer to
live power lines.
• Connections must be made to the HDPQ Xplorer first, then connect to the circuit to
be monitored.
• If the equipment is used in a manner not specified in this User Guide, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
These safety precautions are repeated where appropriate throughout this manual.
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Statements and Notices
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Statement of
warranty
Statement of
reliability
Notice regarding
FCC compliance
All Dranetz manufactured portable instruments and accessories are warranted to the
original purchaser against defective material and workmanship for a period of three
years from the date of invoice. User replaceable instrument batteries are warranted for a
period of one year from the date of invoice. Certain Dranetz branded accessories, such
as current transformers and other accessories not manufactured by Dranetz, are
warranted to the original purchaser against defective material and workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of invoice. Warranties for products and accessories
sold by, but not branded as Dranetz, are covered by their respective manufacturer's
warranties and are not warranted by Dranetz. Dranetz will repair or replace, at its
option, all defective equipment that is returned, freight prepaid, during the warranty
period. There will be no charge for repair, provided there is no evidence that the
equipment has been mishandled or abused. This warranty shall not apply to any defects
resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance, buyer-supplied hardware/software
interfacing, unauthorized modification or misuse of the equipment, operation outside of
environmental specifications, or improper site preparation or maintenance.
The information in this manual has been reviewed and is believed to be entirely
reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for any inaccuracies. All material is for
informational purposes only, and is subject to change without prior notice.
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
Notice regarding
proprietary
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Statements and Notices, Continued
Copyright
Trademarks
This publication is protected under the Copyright laws of the United States, Title 17 et
seq. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form, by
any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Dranetz, 1000 New Durham Road, Edison, New
Jersey 08818.
Copyright © 2014 Dranetz
All Rights Reserved. Printed in the United States of America.
Dranetz HDPQ
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
®
, Scope Mode® and Dran-View® are registered trademarks of Dranetz.
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Table of Contents
Safety Summary .................................................................................................................... iv
Statements and Notices.......................................................................................................... vii
CHAPTER 1 - Getting Started
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 1-1
Unpacking the HDPQ Xplorer .............................................................................................. 1-3
Standard Accessories............................................................................................................. 1-4
HDPQ Xplorer Controls, Indicators, and Connectors........................................................... 1-5
Top View......................................................................................................................... 1-6
Left Side View ................................................................................................................ 1-7
Right Side View.............................................................................................................. 1-8
Front View ...................................................................................................................... 1-9
Rear View ....................................................................................................................... 1-10
Keyhole Mounting Procedure................................................................................................ 1-11
Upgrading Firmware.............................................................................................................. 1-12
HDPQ Xplorer UI Touchscreen Features.............................................................................. 1-14
Touchscreen Functions ................................................................................................... 1-14
Taskbar Icons .................................................................................................................. 1-15
Instrument Control Functions ......................................................................................... 1-15
Monitoring Status Functions........................................................................................... 1-18
Housekeeping Functions................................................................................................. 1-19
General Navigation Functions ........................................................................................ 1-21
HDPQ Xplorer Touch Icon Buttons ...................................................................................... 1-22
Basic Operation ..................................................................................................................... 1-23
Power-on Sequence......................................................................................................... 1-24
Home Start-up Page ........................................................................................................ 1-25
Home Monitoring Page................................................................................................... 1-25
CHAPTER 2 - Voltage Measurement Cable and Current Probe Connections
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 2-1
Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables ............................................................................ 2-4
Connecting Current Probes.................................................................................................... 2-10
CHAPTER 3 - Real Time Data
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-1
Section A -Dial Meters................................................................................................................. 3-3
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-3
Section B -Text Display Meters................................................................................................... 3-5
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-5
Standard Meter Tab ............................................................................................................... 3-6
Distortion Meter Tab ............................................................................................................. 3-8
Unbalance Meter Tab ............................................................................................................ 3-9
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Advanced Meter Tab ............................................................................................................. 3-10
Advanced Demand & Energy Meter Tab.............................................................................. 3-11
Advanced Flicker Meter Tab................................................................................................. 3-14
Section C -Scope Mode................................................................................................................ 3-15
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-15
Turning Channels On/Off...................................................................................................... 3-16
Viewing Plots - Stacked/Overlay .......................................................................................... 3-17
Checking Input Range ........................................................................................................... 3-18
Section D -Dashboard .................................................................................................................. 3-19
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-19
Parameter Details in Dashboard Display............................................................................... 3-22
Section E -Voltage and Current Phasor ....................................................................................... 3-24
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-24
Phasor Screen ........................................................................................................................ 3-25
Phasor Rotation...................................................................................................................... 3-26
Phasor Channel/Parameter Selection..................................................................................... 3-28
Section F -Harmonics................................................................................................................... 3-29
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-29
Harmonic Channel/Parameter Selection................................................................................ 3-31
Harmonic Graph/Table.......................................................................................................... 3-32
Harmonic Detail .................................................................................................................... 3-34
Harmonic Options.................................................................................................................. 3-35
Section G -Strip Chart Recorder .................................................................................................. 3-37
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3-37
CHAPTER 4 - Setup Monitoring
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 4-1
Section A -Automatic Setup for Power Quality........................................................................... 4-4
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 4-4
Section B -Automatic Setup for Energy/Demand ...................................................................... 4-7
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 4-7
Section C -Wizard Setup.............................................................................................................. 4-10
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 4-10
Current Probes - Turns Ratios Setup ..................................................................................... 4-14
Circuit Type Selection........................................................................................................... 4-17
Nominal Values ..................................................................................................................... 4-18
Monitoring Mode................................................................................................................... 4-21
Trigger Limits Setup Options................................................................................................ 4-22
RMS Variation ................................................................................................................ 4-23
Transients........................................................................................................................ 4-27
Set Peak Transients......................................................................................................... 4-28
Set Waveshape Transients .............................................................................................. 4-30
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Set RMS Distortion ............................................................................................................... 4-31
Set High Frequency Transients.............................................................................................. 4-32
Waveform Capture ................................................................................................................4-33
Timed Intervals...................................................................................................................... 4-35
Journal Limits........................................................................................................................ 4-38
Voltage Compliance EN50160 (for strict EN50160 Monitoring)......................................... 4-44
Finalize Monitoring ............................................................................................................... 4-46
Exit Setup .............................................................................................................................. 4-48
Section D -Monitor Same Circuit ................................................................................................ 4-49
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 4-49
Turn Monitoring On/Off........................................................................................................ 4-50
View/Save Setup Configuration ............................................................................................ 4-54
Section E -Load Setup Template..................................................................................................4-55
Section F -Load Data File from Memory..................................................................................... 4-56
Section G -Change Instrument Configuration.............................................................................. 4-58
Section H -View/Save Monitoring Setup..................................................................................... 4-59
CHAPTER 5 - Instrument Settings
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 5-1
Time and Date Settings..........................................................................................................5-3
Select Language..................................................................................................................... 5-6
Communications Options ...................................................................................................... 5-7
Set Up the HDPQ Xplorer for Wireless (WiFi) Connectivity............................................... 5-15
Set Up the HDPQ Xplorer for Bluetooth Connectivity......................................................... 5-19
Download Data Remotely via Network, WiFi & Bluetooth PAN ........................................ 5-21
Download Data via USB Connection.................................................................................... 5-22
Manage Memory.................................................................................................................... 5-23
Update Firmware ................................................................................................................... 5-25
Setup Sound........................................................................................................................... 5-28
Setup Display......................................................................................................................... 5-29
Reset to Factory Defaults ...................................................................................................... 5-30
CHAPTER 6 - View Event Data & Reports
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 6-1
Section A -Trend.......................................................................................................................... 6-6
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 6-6
Trend Plot .............................................................................................................................. 6-7
Trend Plot with Event Markers ............................................................................................. 6-15
Section B -Events......................................................................................................................... 6-17
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 6-17
Event List............................................................................................................................... 6-18
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Event Plot - RMS................................................................................................................... 6-22
Event Waveform.................................................................................................................... 6-28
Section C -Reports ....................................................................................................................... 6-34
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 6-34
Voltage Compliance Report .................................................................................................. 6-35
Compliance History............................................................................................................... 6-37
Compliance Summary ........................................................................................................... 6-39
EN50160 Compliance Limits (Default) ................................................................................ 6-43
Event Satistics........................................................................................................................ 6-46
Min/Max Table for Power Frequency and RMS Voltage ..................................................... 6-48
Energy & Demand Report ..................................................................................................... 6-49
Harmonics Statistics Report .................................................................................................. 6-51
Mini-Report Viewer .............................................................................................................. 6-53
APPENDIX A - Optional Accessories
Overview ............................................................................................................................... A-1
Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions........................................................................... A-2
Software Accessories List & Descriptions ............................................................................ A-8
APPENDIX B - Technical Specifications
Overview ............................................................................................................................... B-1
General................................................................................................................................... B-2
Interfaces ............................................................................................................................... B-3
Measured Parameters............................................................................................................. B-4
Computed Parameters............................................................................................................ B-6
Parameter Settings in Each Monitoring Mode ...................................................................... B-10
Current Probe Specifications................................................................................................. B-12
TR Series Probes............................................................................................................. B-12
PR Series Probes ............................................................................................................. B-12
DRANFLEX300MHB Series Probes.............................................................................. B-13
DRANFLEX3000XLB/6000XLB Series Probes............................................................ B-13
APPENDIX C - Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure
Overview ............................................................................................................................... C-1
Battery Specifications............................................................................................................ C-2
Battery Safety Precautions..................................................................................................... C-3
Battery Pack Replacement..................................................................................................... C-4
APPENDIX D - User Replaceable Parts List
Overview ............................................................................................................................... D-1
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APPENDIX E - Common Circuit Connections
Overview ............................................................................................................................... E-1
Verifying Voltage and Current Connections......................................................................... E-5
Interconnect Jumpers............................................................................................................. E-7
Single Phase........................................................................................................................... E-8
Split Phase ............................................................................................................................. E-9
3 Phase, Four Wire Wye........................................................................................................ E-10
3 Phase (Floating or Grounded) Delta................................................................................... E-11
3 Phase 2-Watt Delta ............................................................................................................. E-12
Generic Circuit ...................................................................................................................... E-13
2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel B........................................................................... E-14
2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel C........................................................................... E-15
Connecting to a Potential Transformer (PT) ......................................................................... E-16
Connecting to a Current Transformer (CT)........................................................................... E-18
APPENDIX
Calculations ........................................................................................................................... F-1
F - PQ Parameter Calculations
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Overview
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HDPQ
description
CHAPTER 1
Getting Started
®
HDPQ
monitoring, recording and display of data on four voltage channels and four current
channels simultaneously. The HDPQ instrument builds upon the popular Dranetz PX5/
4400 family products, with more user-centric power quality management
functionalities and versatile communication options.
There are four Dranetz models of the handheld/portable HDPQ platform from which
you can choose from, depending on your application, that impacts what data and
information is displayed:
is Dranetz' new, advanced power quality instrument designed to facilitate
HDPQ® Xplorer
®
HDPQ
HDPQ
HDPQ
Xplorer-400
®
Guide
®
Visa
HDPQ Xplorer
user interface
The trademark shown is hereinafter referred to as HDPQ throughout this User Guide.
The Xplorer, Xplorer-400, Guide and Visa are portable, hand-held, eight-channel
power quality meter/monitors which are very similar in operation, although the Xplorer
also has a high speed sampling board for capturing the details of very fast transients.
NOTE: This User Guide provides information on the features and functionalities for
Dranetz model HDPQ Xplorer. Functionalities of other product models are each
specified in its own user guide. For inquiries contact the Dranetz Customer Service
Department at (732) 287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832.
The HDPQ Xplorer portable, hand-held, eight-channel power quality and energy meter/
monitor is capable for use on three user interface (UI):
• Local/LCD Touchscreen UI - with a WVGA wide screen liquid crystal display
(LCD), using touch screen technology.
NOTE: This User Guide provides information on this local user interface, which
includes the touch screen, LCD, and three touch buttons below the screen. The other
interfaces below may differ due to size and device capabilities, and are to be specified
in a separate document.
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HDPQ Xplorer
user interface
(continued)
HDPQ Xplorer
firmware
• Remote UI - uses the remote desktop communication and other “apps” on personal
computers/laptops/tablets. Remote navigation using a computing device with a full
size screen such as laptop computer, desktop computer or tablet computer, typically
7" or larger display. The remote UI allows for complete control of the instrument to
the full extent of the instrument capabilities, including on screen 'touch' controls and
the three touch buttons below the display. Major differences between local and
remote UI is in the navigation and controls that are different on the instrument’s
touch screen versus mouse clicks on personal computer or laptop. On tablets, some
of the controls used for screen navigation do not apply.
• Remote Mobile UI - uses personal communication devices such as mobile and smart
phones. Compatible with devices such as Smartphone or equivalent devices with
small, typically 3” to 4" display. The capabilities are based on various “apps” that the
user can download from the Dranetz web site, like viewing real time and stored data
in a format compatible with smaller display.
The firmware for HDPQ Xplorer is contained on internal FLASH memory. It has an
operating system capable of performing multiple applications. When an updated
version of the firmware is released, you can upgrade the internal program by
downloading the latest firmware version. See page 1-12 for instructions on how to
upgrade the HDPQ Xplorer firmware.
This manual
In this chapter
This manual contains instructions for operating HDPQ Xplorer with the local/LCD
touchscreen user interface.
The following topics are covered in this chapter.
Topic See Page
Unpacking the HDPQ Xplorer 1-3
Standard Accessories 1-4
HDPQ Xplorer Controls, Indicators, and Connectors 1-5
Keyhole Mounting Procedure 1-11
Upgrading Firmware 1-12
HDPQ Xplorer UI Touchscreen Features 1-14
HDPQ Xplorer Touch Icon Buttons 1-22
Basic Operation 1-23
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Unpacking the HDPQ Xplorer
CH 1/ Getting Started
Introduction
Unpacking
Shipping
damage
inspection
For maximum protection against possible shipping damage, HDPQ Xplorer has been
sealed in a two-piece, plastic suspension pack, enclosed within a durable shipping
carton. After opening the carton, inspect the contents for possible shipping damage and
check the carton inventory.
Unpack the HDPQ Xplorer from the carton as follows:
Step Action
1 Remove any remaining literature inside the top of the carton.
2 Carefully remove the HDPQ Xplorer from its shipping carton.
3 Remove all accessories inside the carton. Check that all of the standard
accessories (see page 1-4) are included.
Visually inspect the HDPQ Xplorer for possible shipping damage. If any damage
exists, first notify and file an insurance claim with your carrier or underwriter or both.
Then notify Dranetz Customer Service Department of your intentions to return the unit.
DO NOT return the HDPQ Xplorer without prior instructions from Dranetz Customer
Service Department. Dranetz Customer Service Department can be reached at (732)
287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832.
Repacking for
return shipment
Return notice
If the unit must be returned to Dranetz for service or repair, wrap the unit securely in
heavy packaging material and place in a well padded box or crate to prevent damage.
Do not return the HDPQ Xplorer in an unpacked box. Dranetz will not be responsible
for damage incurred during transit due to inadequate packing on your part.
Notify Dranetz Customer Service of your intention of returning the unit. Do not return
the unit without prior instructions from Dranetz. Dranetz Customer Service Department
can be reached at (732) 287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832.
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Standard Accessories
Standard Accessories
Standard
accessories
Optional
accessories
Batteries
The following table lists the HDPQ Xplorer's standard accessories.
Description Part Number
Voltage Cable Set VSC-HDPQ
AC Adapter with Universal Plugs PS-HDPQ
Keyhole Mounting Kit 118313-G1
USB Cable, Male A to Micro B, 6 FT USB-MCABLE
USB to Bluetooth 2.1 Adapter - Class 1* USB-BLUETOOTH
HDPQ Xplorer Quick Reference Guide QR-HDPQ
HDPQ Xplorer User Guide UG-HDPQ
* The Dranetz Bluetooth external adapter is packaged as a standard accessory for the
HDPQ Xplorer, Xplorer-400 and Guide. While it is available as an optional accessory
for the HDPQ Visa.
Refer to Appendix A for the list of hardware and software optional accessories
available for use with HDPQ Xplorer.
Refer to Appendix C for the description and replacement of the batteries contained in
HDPQ Xplorer.
Replaceable
parts
Calibration
Refer to Appendix D for the user replaceable parts.
The recommended calibration interval for this unit is once every 12 months.
We recommend that you return the unit to the factory for calibration. If you decide to
do so, first contact the Dranetz Customer Service Department to obtain an
Authorization Number.
Telephone: (732) 287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832
FAX: (732) 248-1834
Fill out the Repair/Service Order form enclosed in the shipping carton and ship it along
with the unit to the Dranetz Repair Department. (If this form is missing, ask the
Dranetz Customer Service Department for a replacement.)
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HDPQ Xplorer Controls, Indicators, and Connectors
CH 1/ Getting Started
Dimensions
HDPQ Xplorer is a self-contained, portable instrument weighing less than 5 pounds
with 7” (diagonal) WVGA wide screen display and measuring 2.75" (7.00 cm) deep by
10" (25.4 cm) wide by 8" (20.3 cm) high. This section identifies and describes the
controls, indicators, and connectors on all sides of the HDPQ Xplorer, shown with
rubber boot installed.
Top View
Front View
Rear View
Left Side View (with you facing front panel)
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Top vi ew
Parts table
The top (circuit connection) view features the input voltage and current connectors. See
below for description of the top connectors.
Part Function
1 CH A, + Differential Voltage Input Connector; color black.
2 CH A, - Differential Voltage Input Connector; color white.
3 CH B, + Differential Voltage Input Connector; color black.
4 CH B, - Differential Voltage Input Connector; color white.
5 CH C, + Differential Voltage Input Connector; color black.
6 CH C, - Differential Voltage Input Connector; color white.
7 CH D, + Differential Voltage Input Connector; color black.
8 CH D, - Differential Voltage Input Connector; color white.
9 CH A, PROBE, Current Input Connector.
10 CH B, PROBE, Current Input Connector.
11 CH C, PROBE, Current Input Connector.
12 CH D, PROBE, Current Input Connector.
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Left side view
The left side contains the power switch, GPS receiver port and AC adapter input
connector. See below for descriptions of the left side connectors.
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Right side view
The right side contains the ethernet port and the two USB port connectors for the USB
flash drive and the USB cable for plug & play file transfer directly to a computer. See
below for description of the right side connectors.
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Front view
The front view shows the color touch screen LCD, the LED indicators, and touch icons
marked accordingly allowing you to perform functions specific to the screen display.
See below for description of the HDPQ Xplorer front display.
NOTE 1: Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Provides 3.6 x 6.0 inches display consisting
of a WVGA touch screen of text and graphic information. The color LCD is equipped
with touch screen technology, operable using the finger and/or stylus. Touch screen
display permits menu selection and alphanumeric data entry.
Below are some basic care instructions for the LCD monitor:
• Use and store the unit within the specified temperature and humidity range. The LCD
screen may be adversely affected by exposure to high temperature or humidity.
Condensation or moisture produced by sudden temperature changes may also
damage the LCD screen. Clean any moisture from surface immediately.
• Be careful when cleaning or removing stains on the LCD surface. Gently wipe the
surface with a soft cloth or cotton pad. Isopropyl alcohol may be used, but make sure
that all solvent residue is removed.
• Do not apply excessive force to the LCD surface. The LCD screen contains sensitive
electronic components that may be damaged due to strong impact.
NOTE 2: Power Indicator. LED will light steadily when the unit is operating normally.
NOTE 3: Touch Icons. The three touch icons are used to perform various functions i.e.
take a Snapshot of the active screen, capture Mini-Reports and access Help screens.
See section HDPQ Xplorer Touch Icons for detailed desccriptions. These icons cannot
be activated with gloves on as they employ capacitive or touch technology.
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Rear view
The rear view shows the mounting hanger bracket on top if you want to hang the
instrument on a panel. This hanger bracket has built-in wire coil holders used to put
your measurement wirings in place. Note if you do not want to hang the instrument on
a panel, the hanger bracket is replaceable with the Dranetz-supplied accessory Keyhole
Mounting Kit (P/N 118313-G1). This kit allows you to mount the instrument on the
wall or install it in the optional weather resistance enclosure. See next section for
details.
The rear view also features a hinge which deploys a stand. The stand also has wire coil
holders to help manage your measurement wiring connections. The view below shows
the hinge closed.
NOTE: Battery compartment is located under the hinge (bottom area). See Appendix C
- Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure.
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Keyhole Mounting Procedure
CH 1/ Getting Started
Keyhole
mounting kit
The Keyhole Mounting Kit (P/N 118313-G1) is a standard accessory that comes with
your purchase of the HDPQ Xplorer, Guide, or Visa, and can be used to replace the
mounting hanger bracket. Instead of hanging the instrument on a panel, you can use the
kit to have the instrument wall mounted or installed in the optional Weather Resistant
Enclosure (P/N ENCL-HDPQ). The procedure below shows how to replace the
mounting hanger bracket with the keyhole mounting kit.
Step Action
1 Remove the hanger bracket from the instrument by removing two #6-32 x 5/
16" long screws and two flat washers from the hanger bracket.
Replace the hanger bracket with the keyhole mounting plate (P/N 118312-
2
G1) and secure it to the instrument with the supplied hardware (two #6-32 x
3/4" inch long screws and two flat washers) as shown below.
Contact Dranetz Customer Service if you need information on the optional Weather
Resistant Enclosure (P/N ENCL-HDPQ).
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Upgrading Firmware
HDPQ Xplorer
firmware
upgrade
You can upgrade the HDPQ Xplorer internal program by downloading the latest
firmware update release from the web to install into internal memory.
Illustration below shows the high level process for updating firmware:
• Download the latest firmware update release from the Dranetz website into the root
directory of a USB flash drive.
• Once the firmware file is copied, insert the USB flash drive into the USB connector
on the right panel of the instrument.
• Click on the Setup Instrument icon to bring up the Instrument Settings menu, and
proceed to press Update Firmware. The following dialog box appears to prompt
whether or not you want to upgrade firmware.
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firmware
upgrade
(continued)
CH 1/ Getting Started
Refer to Chapter 5 Instrument Settings > Update Firmware for the
detailed steps on how to upgrade firmware.
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HDPQ Xplorer UI Touchscreen Features
HDPQ Xplorer UI Touchscreen Features
Touchscreen
functions
All HDPQ Xplorer screen functions are operable using the color LCD touch screen
display. Use your finger and/or a stylus to apply light pressure to the LCD screen to
result in touch screen recognition. The touch screen display is also workable with
lineman gloves on. Touch screen buttons will change color to show visual feedback of
contact along with audible feedback. In order to reduce power consumption, the
backlight of the LCD screen times-out after a specified programmable time of no user
activity. The backlight reactivates by touching any part of the screen.
Sample touchscreen working area window shown below:
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Taskbar Icons
The Taskbar features interactive icon graphics located at the top of the user interface.
These icons are used as shortcuts to common instrument functions, status and controls.
They are generally used to navigate between different operations of the instrument.
Work Area with Soft Function Keys
Each displayable function will appear in the work window. The work window displays
the selected data, function, control, etc.
Depending on the data function on display, the work window may show soft function
keys, the definitions of which can change based on the context of the screen. These soft
keys are generally used to access sub-menus or pop-up screens as part of the operation
of the active screen, such as zoom in/out, data entry, etc. The Exit or Done key typically
closes the present viewing screen and returns to the previous screen.
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Taskbar icons
Instrument
control functions
Common functions described below are accessible from the taskbar, generally divided
into three areas - Instrument Control Functions, Monitoring Status Functions and
Housekeeping Functions. The current date and time is also featured on the rightmost
side. You can configure date and time settings, discussed on Chapter 5 Instrument
Settings - Time and Date Settings.
Home The Home page displays large shortcuts of the major functions of
the instrument once it completes the power on sequence and loads
the program and setups. The shortcut buttons include Start
Monitoring, Real Time Data, Recorded Data and Instrument Setup.
Repeated pressing of the Dranetz logo alternately displays the
Home page and the Home Monitoring page.
Start/Stop
Monitoring
Start Monitoring
The Start Monitoring shortcut takes you next page to begin setup
monitoring. Monitoring may be via Automatic Setup which
utilizes auto-configured settings and allows you to proceed directly
with data monitoring or via Wizard Setup which follows a step-bystep sequence where you go through a series of setup screens. If
monitoring is ON, a warning message will be displayed requiring
monitoring to be stopped before invoking. Note the Start
Monitoring icon changes into Stop Monitoring when monitoring is
on, and vice versa.
Stop Monitoring
Real-time Data The Real-Time Data displays a menu of available real time meters
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immediately or at a specified time and date, load and view stored
setups or data are also available. Setup is a configuration of
parameter thresholds that control the data recorded by HDPQ
Xplorer.
such as Meters, Scope, Phasors and Harmonics. One instance of
this can be invoked while the other screen is open; display will
return to the prior screen once closed.
• Dial Meters - Six dial type meters can be displayed for any of
the channel/parameters that are journalled. The default are
Va,Vb,Vc, Ia, Ib, Ic. Axis (end points of meter) can be changed
on per meter basis, as well as showing the journal limits as
bands of colors on the dial face.
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Instrument
control functions
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Real-time Data
(cont.)
• Text Display Meters - Meter mode also functions as a true rms
voltmeter, a true rms ammeter, and a watt meter. Voltage,
current, power measurements, along with hundreds of other
calculated and advanced power and power quality parameters,
are displayed on the meter screens in textual/tabular format.
• Scope Mode - Scope mode functions as an oscilloscope,
displaying real-time waveforms of voltage and current for up to
eight channels simultaneously, updated at approximately once
every three seconds. The colors of waveform display are user
programmable. Scope mode also provides a textual display of
rms values, division for axis values, and frequency.
• Dashboard - Dashboard presents a visual way of seeing present
values as well as if any events occurred, such as out-of-limit
conditions, for each of the displayed parameter. The dashboard
displays status summary for Power Quality, Energy/Demand,
and Motor Quality parameters. It displays meter data (or event
count) in a 2x3, 3x4, or 4x6 matrix. It is also color coded to
indicate whether or not the parameter is within limits.
• Phasor Diagram - The phasor screen displays a graph that
indicates phase and magnitude relations between voltage and
current based upon the angles at the fundamental frequency, as
determined by Fourier analysis. Phasor diagram displays voltage
and current phasors for all channels.
Functioning as a phase angle meter, the unit can display system
imbalance conditions and provides such information in textual
form also. The phase angle display can also verify if monitoring
connections have been made correctly. Animated phasor demo
rotations demonstrating resistive, inductive and capacitive loads
can be displayed.
• Harmonics - Harmonics and interharmonics display the
amplitude and phase of each harmonic to the 127th harmonic in
both graphical and textual format.
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