IDEAL 800 Instruction Manual

800 Series Power Analyzer Model 806 Instruction Manual

#61-806 #61-807

Table of Contents

1. Basic instructions…………………… 3

1.1. Introduction……………………. 3

1.2. Safety………………………….. 4

2. Model 806 features………………… 4

2.1. Product features………………. 4

2.1.1. Backlight………………. 5

2.1.2. Auto power off………… 5

2.1.3. Auto-detect clamps…… 5

2.2. Display & keypad……………… 5

2.3. Voltage and current input Terminals………………………. 6

3. Startup……………………………….. 7

3.1. Selecting a program…………… 7

3.2. Loading a new program………. 7

3.3. Charging the battery………….. 8

3.4. Turning the analyzer off………. 9

4. Model 806 display screens………… 10

4.1. Table view……………………… 10

3-phase 4-wire………… 11

4.1.1. 3-phase 3-wire………… 12

4.1.2. Single-phase………….. 12

4.1.3. Split-phase……………. 13

4.1.4. 2 wattmeter method (3 PT, 2 CT)…………… 13

4.2. Exploded view…………………. 14

4.3. Bar graph………………………. 15

4.4. Scope view…………………….. 16

4.4.1. Waveform zoom……… 17

4.4.2. Harmonic bar graph….. 18

4.5. Setup screen………………….. 19

4.6. Recording messages…………. 20

5. Programming the 806……………… 20

5.1. Entering the programming Menu……………………………. 20

5.2. Setup menu…………………… 22

5.2.1. Measurement settings. 22

5.2.2. Recording settings…... 23

5.2.3. Communication Settings………………. 27

5.2.4. Date/time settings…… 28

5.2.5. Password settings…... 29

5.2.6. Recall factory settings. 29

5.3. Display menu…………………. 30

5.3.1. Bar graph settings……. 30

5.3.2. Exploded view settings. 31

5.3.3. Screen contrast………. 32

5.4. Run men……………………….. 33

5.5. Files menu……………………... 33

5.5.1. Directory………………. 33

5.5.2. Deleting a file………….. 34

5.5.3. Formatting the memory. 35

5.6. Clear menu……………………... 35

5.6.1. Clearing energy Counters……………….. 35

5.6.2. Clearing min/max Values………………….. 36

5.7. Off menu……………………….. 36

6. Hooking up the analyzer……………. 36

6.1.1. 3-phase 4-wire connection diagram…… 37

6.1.2. 3-phase 3-wire connection diagram…… 37

6.1.3. Single-phase connection diagram…… 38

6.1.4. Split-phase connection diagram….. 38

6.1.5. 2 wattmeter method connection diagram…. 39

7. Recording data……………………. 39

8. Downloading data to your PC……. 40

9. PowerVision™ Software and interactive demo……………………. 42

10. Technical specifications…………… 42

11. Optional programs and Accessories………………………… 43

12. Quick reference guide……………… 45

13. Warranty and repair………………. 47

1. Basic instructions

This manual is intended to familiarize the new owner of the Model 806 Power Analyzer with its features and operations.

IDEAL’s 800 series power analyzers are built with components incorporating the most advanced technology in microelectronics, providing features and performance only found in the highest quality power meters and harmonic analyzers. They will provide you with years of accurate and dependable performance.

The model 806 is a valuable tool to reduce energy cost, and troubleshoot electrical equipment and distribution systems. The model 806 can be used on a variety of electrical systems, including: 3-phase 4wire, 3-phase 3-wire, single-phase, split phase, and on power distribution using the two wattmeter method of power calculation (3PT, 2CT).

WARNING - Read this manual completely before connecting and powering the analyzer to avoid damage that may result from improper use of this equipment

1.1 Introduction

After receiving the analyzer, please check the following:

1. Check that the instrument has not been damaged in transit.

2. The power analyzer kit contains all items

• Model 806 power analyzer

• 1 Power supply/RS-232 interface

• 1 Power cord

• 1 cable for connecting the 806 to the power supply/RS-232 interface

• 1 RS-232 communication cable.

• 4 Voltage leads

• 4 Alligator clips

• 3 1000AAC current clamp adapters

• 1 100AAC current clamp adapter (61-807 only)

• 1 PowerVision™ instruction manual

• 1 806 Power Analyzer instruction manual

• CD with the PowerVision™ Analysis Software and Interactive Demo

1.2 Safety

WARNING!

1. Read the instruction manual before using the 806 power analyzer. It contains important information necessary to guarantee proper operation of the instrument.

2. To avoid electrical shock hazards and/or damage to the meter:

- Do not exceed the voltage ratings for the meter. Use caution when measuring voltage.

- Do not use during electrical storms. Electrical storms may result in high voltage. High-

energy transients can damage the meter and present a dangerous shock hazard.

3. Ensure meter is in proper working order before using. Visually inspect meter for damage.

4. Never ground yourself when taking electrical measurements. Do not touch exposed metal pipes, outlets, fixtures etc. Keep your body isolated from ground by using dry clothing, rubber shoes, mats, or any other approved insulating material. Keep your fingers behind the finger guards on the probes. Work with others.

5. When disconnecting from a circuit, disconnect the hot lead first, then the common lead.

6. Disconnect the meter from the circuit before turning off any inductor, including motors, transformers, and solenoids.

If the maximum allowable phase-to-neutral voltage of 500 V has been exceeded during the measuring process, the analyzer will display a warning message [WARNING MAX 500 V] at the bottom of the display screen to let the user know that this rating has been exceeded. When measuring phase-to-phase voltages the limit is set at 866V.

2. Model 806 features

The IDEAL Power Analyzer is the most versatile and easy-to-use power quality test instrument on the market. Four programs measure and analyze power quality on both single- and three-phase electrical systems. Instantaneous readouts including tables, bar graphs and even individual waveforms make job site data interpretation easy. With a real-time clock and 1 MB of memory, the Power Analyzer stores data that can be downloaded to a personal computer for in-depth analysis using PowerVision™ software.

The Energy and Harmonics Program comes standard with the IDEAL Power Analyzer. Disturbances, Check-Meter, Fast-Check and Flicker Programs are available separately. These programs allow the user to monitor additional facets of power quality with a single test instrument. The details of each program are discussed in section 11 of this instruction manual.

1.2 Product features

Features

 True RMS  Single- or three-phase measurements  Data logging (1 MB memory)  4-channels for voltage measurements  4-channels for current measurements  Auto-detect clamps  Auto ranging  Min/max  Energy and Harmonics Program  PowerVision Software  Optional Programs:

Disturbances Check-Meter Fast-Check Flicker

 Lightweight, portable design  Easy-to-use push button operation  Password protected on-screen setup  160x160 pixel LCD  Backlit display  Customized data collection  Optional FIFO memory  Real-time clock  Programmable trigger-points and start/stop

time

 Auto display shutoff  Rechargeable Ni-Cad battery  Intelligent battery charging system

Power & Energy Measurements

 Kilowatts (kW)  Volt-amperes (VA)  Inductive reactive power (kvarL)  Capacitive reactive power (kvarC)  Power factor (PF)  Frequency (Hz)  Kilowatt hours (kWh)

Reactive power per hour (kvarhL, kvarhC)

Harmonics Measurements

 Total harmonic distortion (%THD)  Harmonic factorization (FFT) to 51

harmonic

2.1.1 Backlight

The Model 806 power analyzer has a backlit LCD display to make it easier to read in dimly lit environments. This display can be turned off to conserve battery life.

To turn off the display backlight:

1) Press the off key quickly.

2) Pressing the off key quickly again to turn the backlight back on.

2.1.2 Auto power off

The 800 series power analyzers have an energy saving system to conserve power during data recording. After 5 minutes, if no key is pressed, the display will automatically go blank. The analyzer will continue to record data and update all of the min/max and energy values. To restore the display, press any key except for the on key. The on key is disabled when the display has been turned off to help the user differentiate between the display being off and the analyzer being off.

2.1.3 Auto-detect clamps

The power clamp adapters have a special sensor in the connector, allowing the Model 806 power analyzer to automatically detect the primary current value. Simply plug the clamp adapters into the phase or neutral current input terminals and the analyzer will detect the clamp and update any changes to the current clamp adapter values in the setup menu.

2.2 Display and keypad

The model 806 has a 160x160 pixel LCD for viewing the analyzer’s measurements. There are 5 basic view screens to display the analyzer’s information in an easy-to–read format. Detailed information on these screens is found in section 4 of this instruction manual.

The 9-button keypad allows the user to move through the 5 display screens and access the analyzer’s programming menu. Detailed information on the programming menu is found in section 5 of this instruction manual.

For best viewing in direct sunlight, or in dark areas, the user can adjust the display contrast. Use the left [3] and right [4] arrow buttons to increase or decrease the display contrast. The contrast will change while you are making the adjustment. This can also be changed form the programming menu. See section 5.3.3 of this instruction manual for more information.

2.3 Voltage and current input terminals

3. Startup

The 800 series analyzers come standard with the Energy and Harmonics program loaded onto the analyzer. Optional programs are available to expand the capabilities of your analyzer. More detailed information about these programs is located in section 11 of this instruction manual.

3.1 Selecting a Program

SELECT PROGRAM HARMONICS 7.02

EMPTY PROGRAM EMPTY PROGRAM EMPTY PROGRAM

LOAD PROGRAM

1) Press the red on button <ON> to power up the analyzer. This brings up the introductory screen of the analyzer, where the user can select a program or load an additional program.

2) Use the up [5] and down [6] arrow keys to move cursor through the available programs listed in the introductory screen. The cursor will automatically skip over the spaces that are currently empty and reserved for optional programs.

3) To select the Energy and Harmonics program, select HARMONICS and press the enter key [ENTER].

4) If no program is selected after a few seconds, the analyzer will automatically select the program highlighted by the cursor.

3.2 Loading a new program

The 800 series analyzer can hold up to 4 programs at one time. Optional programs can be loaded onto any of the available spaces on the analyzer, which are labeled as EMPTY PROGRAM on the introductory screen. The programs come loaded onto a cartridge and are downloaded onto the analyzer through the power supply/RS-232 interface.

To load a new program:

1) Turn the analyzer off

2) Plug the power cord into the power supply/RS-232 interface. The analyzer must have line power throughout the program loading process.

3) Connect the analyzer to the power supply/RS-232 interface with the interface cable.

4) Insert the cartridge loader into the small auxiliary input on the front of the power supply/RS-232 interface.

Note: A cartridge program loader can be used on only one individual analyzer. The download of the program includes an identification step, which prohibits the download of the optional program to other analyzers. The program can be reloaded onto the original analyzer an unlimited number of times. Remember to write the serial number of your power analyzer on the cartridge loader.

5) Press the red on button [ON] to power up the analyzer. This brings up the introductory screen of the analyzer, where the user can select a program or load an additional program.

6) Use the up [5] and down [6] arrow buttons to move cursor through the available programs listed in the introductory screen. The cursor will automatically skip over the spaces that are currently empty and reserved for optional programs.

7) Select LOAD PROGAM and press enter <ENTER>.

8) Select one of the available spaces on the analyzer <EMPTY PROGRAM> and press enter <ENTER>.

9) Selecting a space that is already occupied by a program will erase the program and replace it with the new program being loaded by the user.

10) The power analyzer will perform a diagnostic test to ensure that the cartridge has been properly connected.

11) If analyzer detects the cartridge, then the program will be loaded.

12) Once the loading is completed, press the red off button <OFF> to turn the analyzer off.

13) When the unit is turned on again, the optional program will appear on the introductory screen.

14) If no program was found, or a loading error occurred, cycle the meter off and on again, and repeat the steps above.

Note: If a cartridge has already been loaded on power analyzer, it will not load onto another. In this case, the analyzer will display an error message on the screen.

3.3 Charging the battery

The 800 series power analyzers are equipped with an intelligent energy charging system. The analyzer continuously checks the state of the battery while it is plugged into the power supply. The charging process stops when the battery is at its maximum charge level. This increases the life of the batteries.

If the battery has been completely discharged, the charging process should last at least 3 hours with no interruption. It is important to allow a new battery a charging period of 16 hours in order to completely charge the battery.

The battery charge indication is located in the lower right-hand corner of the analyzer. The bars indicate how much charge is left in the battery.

To charge the battery:

1) Plug the power cord into the power supply/RS-232 interface.

2) Connect the analyzer to the power supply/RS-232 interface with the interface cable.

3) Turn the analyzer on. The analyzer must be on to charge the battery.

4) When the battery is charging, there will be a right arrow at the far left-hand side of the battery charge indicator.

5) After 5 minutes, if no key is pressed, the display will automatically go blank. The unit is still charging, but the analyzer has automatically shut down the display to conserve energy. For information on this auto power off feature, see section 2.1.2 of this instruction manual.

Note: The analyzer must be turned on to charge the battery.

3.4 Turning the analyzer off

The model 806 Power Analyzer has password protection on the off button. This keeps the analyzer from being accidentally shut down during data recording. The user can disable this option. For instructions on disabling the password refer to section 5.7 of this instruction sheet. If the password has been disabled for turning the power off, the analyzer will turn off after step #1 of the following instructions.

To turn the analyzer off:

1) Press and hold the off button [OFF] for a few seconds. A quick press of the off button turns the backlight on and off.

2) The analyzer will ask for a password to be entered.

PASSWORD

3) The password is 4 buttons pressed in sequence. The default password is left arrow [3], set [SET], up arrow [5], set [SET]. The user can change the password on the Model 806. For information on changing the password, see section 5.2.5 of this instruction manual.

4) After the password is entered, the analyzer will prompt the user to “press off to close”.

5) Press the off key again to shut the analyzer off. If the off button is not pressed within a few seconds, the analyzer will return to normal operation, and this process will need to be repeated to turn the analyzer off.

4. Model 806 display screens

The 800 series analyzer is portable enough to be used as a hand-held power quality meter. There are 5 basic screens to give the user real-time information on the power, energy and harmonics measurement at the power source, in the distribution system, or at the load itself. The 5 basic screens are the table, exploded view, bar graph, scope-view and setup screens. There are two additional screens, the waveform view and harmonic bar graph screens that can be accessed from the scope view screens. Each screen is described in detail in this section of the instruction manual.

To move from screen to screen, press the escape [ESC] button.

4.1 Table view screen

In this screen, all available power and energy parameters are displayed in an easy-to-read table. The information provided will depend on the measurement type selected. Specific tables will be created based on the measurement type selected in the programming menu. See section 5.2.1 of this instruction manual for more information. The information displayed is independent of the information that the analyzer is recording. For example, the user does not have to record the neutral current to see it displayed in this screen.

The following is a list of the power values displayed in the table view screen:

• Voltage (V): The RMS value measured at each phase (L1, L2 & L3) and the average value of the

instantaneous values of the three-phases (III).

• Current (A): The RMS value measured at each phase (L1, L2 & L3) and the average value of the

instantaneous values of the three-phases (III).

• Active power (kW): The active power is calculated from instantaneous voltage and current data. The

display gives the instantaneous values of the active power of each phase and also the three-phase total instantaneous active power, which is the addition of each phase value.

• Inductive reactive power (kvarL): The inductive reactive power is calculated from instantaneous

voltage and current data. The display gives the instantaneous values of the inductive reactive power of each phase and also the three-phase total instantaneous inductive reactive power, which is the addition of each phase value.

• Capacitive reactive power (kvarC): The capacitive reactive power is calculated from instantaneous

voltage and current data. The display gives the instantaneous values of the capacitive reactive power of each phase and also the three-phase total instantaneous capacitive reactive power, which is the addition of each phase value.

• Power factor (PF): The power factor is calculated for each phase and the three-phase average value.

• Frequency (Hz): Displays the instantaneous value of the frequency.

• Apparent power: The apparent power is the three-phase total, which is the addition of each phase

value.

The energy calculations, kilowatt hour, inductive reactive and capacitive reactive power per hour are calculated based on the accumulated values from the moment that the energy counters were reset to zero. These values can be cleared on the display without affecting what the analyzer is recording. For information on how to reset the energy counters and clear these values, see section 5.6 of this instruction manual.

In the sample screen above, the 800 series analyzer is displaying the real-time values of a three-phase 4wire system. The readings can be changed from real-time (instantaneous) measurements to minimum or maximum values.

To change the values:

1) Press the up [5] and down [6] arrow buttons to toggle between the instantaneous [INST], minimum [MIN], or maximum [MAX] values.

2) The upper left-hand corner of the table indicates which values are being displayed.

3) The minimum and maximum values can be cleared on the display without affecting what the analyzer is recording. For information on how to clear these values, see section 5.6 of this instruction manual.

4) Press the escape [ESC] button to move to the exploded view screen.

4.1.1 3-phase 4-wire measurements

When a three-phase four-wire measurement type is selected in the programming menu, the analyzer will display the following information on the table view screen.

Parameter Symbol L1 L2 L3 Three-phase

Phase-to-Neutral voltage Vp-n X X X X Current A X X X X Active power kW X X X X Inductive reactive power kvarL X X X X Capacitive reactive power kvarC X X X X Power factor PF X X X X Frequency Hz X Apparent power kVA X Neutral current AN X Kilowatt hours kWh X Inductive reactive power per hour kvarhL X Capacitive reactive power per hour kvarhC X

value

4.1.2 3-phase 3-wire measurements

When a three-phase three-wire measurement type is selected in the programming menu, the analyzer will display the following information on the table view screen.

Parameter Symbol L1 L2 L3 Three-phase

value

Phase-to-Phase voltage Vp-p X X X X Current A X X X X Active power kW X X X X Inductive reactive power kvarL X X X X Capacitive reactive power kvarC X X X X Power factor PF X X X X Frequency Hz X Apparent power kVA Kilowatt hours kWh X Inductive reactive power per hour kvarhL X Capacitive reactive power per hour kvarhC X

4.1.3 Single-phase measurements

When a single-phase measurement type is selected in the programming menu, the analyzer will display the following information on the table view screen.

Parameter Symbol L1

Phase-to-Phase voltage Vp-n X Current A X Active power kW X Inductive reactive power kvarL X Capacitive reactive power kvarC X Power factor PF X Frequency Hz X Apparent power kVA X Kilowatt hours kWh X Inductive reactive power per hour kvarhL X Capacitive reactive power per hour kvarhC X

4.1.4 Split-phase system

When a split-phase measurement type is selected in the programming menu, the analyzer will display the following information on the table view screen.

Parameter Symbol L1-N L2-N Split-phase

value L1-L2

Voltage Vp-p X X X Current A X X X Active power kW X X X Inductive reactive power kvarL X X X Capacitive reactive power kvarC X X X Power factor PF X X X Frequency Hz X Apparent power kVA X Neutral current AN X Kilowatt hours kWh X Inductive reactive power per hour kvarhL X Capacitive reactive power per hour kvarhC X

4.1.5 2 wattmeter method (3 PT, 2 CT)

When the two-wattmeter measurement type (3PT, 2CT) is selected in the programming menu, the analyzer will display the following information on the table view screen.

Parameter Symbol L1 L2 L3 Three-phase

value

Phase-to-Neutral voltage Vp-p X X X X Current A X X X X Active power kW X X X X Inductive reactive power kvarL X X X X Capacitive reactive power kvarC X X X X Power factor PF X X X X Frequency Hz X Apparent power kVA X Kilowatt hours kWh X Inductive reactive power per hour kvarhL X Capacitive reactive power per hour kvarhC X

4.2 Exploded view screen

In the exploded view screen, any three parameters can be selected and displayed in large characters for easy viewing. These are instantaneous measurements and will change in real-time as the system changes.

Note: Any three parameters can be selected regardless of the measurement type, or parameters chosen for data recording.

To change these parameters:

1) Press the enter button [ENTER]. This brings up a grid showing all of the available parameters.

2) The selected parameters will be highlighted in black.

3) Use the up [5], down [6], left [3], and right [4] arrow buttons to move the cursor through the

parameters.

4) Pressing the set [SET] button selects, or de-selects a parameter. Pressing set while on “CLEAR ALL “ at the bottom of the display clears all parameters.

5) Only three parameters may be chosen. If an additional parameter is accidentally selected, the analyzer will display the “OUT OF RANGE” error message at the bottom of the screen. This message will disappear after a few seconds.

6) After all three parameters have been selected, press the enter [ENTER] button to accept the new parameters. This will return the user to the exploded view screen and the new parameters will be displayed on the screen.

7) Pressing the escape [ESC] button will return the user to the exploded view screen without modifying the parameters.

8) Press the escape [ESC] button from the exploded view screen to move to the bar graph screen.

Note: This screen can also be changed from the programming menu. For more information see section

5.3.2 of this instruction manual.

4.3 Bar graph screen

The bar graph screen gives a graphic representation of a single parameter on all three-phases simultaneously. These are instantaneous measurements and will change in real-time as the system changes.

To change the parameter and the bar graph scale:

1) Press the enter button [ENTER]. This brings up a selection box with the existing selection highlighted.

2) Use the up [5] and down [6] arrow buttons to move through the available parameters.

3) After the parameter has been selected, press the enter [ENTER] button. This brings up the zeroscale selection box. The existing zero-scale selection will be highlighted.

4) In the lower right-hand corner of the screen is a numerical keypad. Use the up [5], down [6], left [3], and right [4] arrow buttons to move the cursor through the keypad.

5) Press the set [SET] button to select a new numerical value. You can change the zero-scale to a negative number by selecting the + selecting the decimal point [.].

6) To delete a number, select the backspace icon [←] and press the set button.

7) After the zero-scale value has been selected, press the enter [ENTER] button. This brings up the full-scale selection box. The existing full-scale selection will be highlighted.

8) Press the set [SET] button to select a new numerical value. You can change the full-scale to a negative number by selecting the + selecting the decimal point [.].

9) After the full-scale value has been selected, press the enter [ENTER] button. This will return the user to the bar graph screen and the new scaling will be applied to the graph. If the full-scale value entered is lower than the zero-scale value, the analyzer will display the “ZERO must be lower than FULL SCALE” error message at the bottom of the screen. This message will disappear after a few seconds and return the user to the zero-scale selection.

9) Pressing the escape [ESC] button any time during this process will return the user to the bar graph screen without modifying the graph.

10) Press the escape [ESC] button from the bar graph screen to move to the scope view screen.

Note: This screen can also be changed from the programming menu. For more information see section

5.3.1 of this instruction manual.

symbol. A decimal point may also be used in the zero-scale by

symbol. A decimal point may also be used in the full-scale by

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