Megger IDAX, IDAX-300 User Manual

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Table of Contents

Part I

Part II

Part III

Foreword

IDAX

Overview Instrument Panels Software Installation Measurement Technique Getting Started with IDAX IDAX System Control

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Results User Interface

Results Menus and Commands Test Browser

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IDAX Error Messages

(347) Output voltage is not within specified limits (361) Overvoltage (364) Measured capacitances don't match (365) Specimen capacitance below limit (366) Specimen capacitance above limit (367) Measured DC current > MaxDCCurrent (368) Measured hum current > MaxHumCurrent

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Index

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1.1

IDAX

Overview

IDAX is an insulation diagnostic system for investigations/analysis of dielectric materials, normally insulators. The measurement method used is dielectric spectroscopy, i.e. measurement of the dielectric properties of the material as a function of the frequency, and in some cases also as a function of the voltage. By studying the dielectric material properties as functions of frequency it is possible to make a distinction between different types of phenomena. For example, it is possible to separate polarization loss from leakage currents.

The system applies a sinusoidal voltage with desired frequency over the sample. This voltage will generate a current in the sample. By accurately measuring the voltage and the current, the sample impedance can be calculated. Depending upon the actual sample model, various parameters can be calculated from the impedance, such as capacitance, loss, resistance etc. This procedure can then be repeated at the specified frequencies and voltage levels and even more information on the sample can be revealed. More information can be found in the chapter "Measurement technique".

The system is fully computerized and most of the measurements can be performed automatically.

More technical and safety details are given in sections:

Specifications System and accessories Safety precautions

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Specifications

The Insulation Diagnostic System IDAX measures the insulation impedance, at different frequencies, for insulation materials present in high and medium voltage transmission and distribution networks. The measurement results are used for insulation diagnosis.

The IDAX uses voltages up to 200 Vpeak (~140 V RMS). The voltage range can be increased by adding an external high voltage unit (the high voltage unit is specified separately).

IDAX-300 Specifications

General

The Insulation Diagnostic System IDAX-300 measures the insulation impedance, at different frequencies, for insulation materials present in high and medium voltage transmission and distribution networks. The measurement results are used for insulation diagnosis.

The IDAX-300 uses voltages up to 200 Vpeak (~140 V RMS). The voltage range can be increased by adding an external high voltage unit (the high voltage unit is specified separately). The IDAX-300 is operated using an external laptop/PC.

The IDAX-300 uses a three electrode set-up, which allows for measurements of non-grounded as well as grounded objects with and without guard.

The IDAX-300 system applies sinusoidal shaped voltages at different frequencies across the test object and simultaneously measures the current through it. The output voltage is either taken from a 10 V

generator.

arbitrary waveform generator or from a 200 V

peak

arbitrary waveform

peak

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Voltage/current range, 10V:

0 - 10 V

peak

, 0 - 50 mA

peak

Voltage/current range, 200V:

0 - 200 V

peak

, 0 - 50 mA

peak

Frequency range:

0.1 mHz - 10 kHz

Inputs:

Channel 1, channel 2, ground

Capacitance Range:

10 pF - 100 uF

Accuracy:

0.5% + 1 pF

Dissipation Factor Range:

0 - 10 (with retained accuracy of capacitance; otherwise higher)

Accuracy:

>1% +0.0003, 1 mHz - 100 Hz, C > 1 nF >2% +0.0005, 100 Hz - 1 kHz, C > 1 nF

Noise Level:

Max 500 uA at 50 Hz/60 Hz

Test Modes, 2 Channels:

UST-1, UST-2, UST-1+2, GST, GST-Guard-1, GST-Guard-2, GST-Guard-1+2 With 2-ch measurement option additionally UST-1+UST-2, UST-1+GST-Guard-2, UST-2+GST-Guard-1, UST-1+2+GST

Calibration:

Calibration box allows field calibration, recommended interval 2 years

Mains Input (nominal):

90 - 265 V ac, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption (max):

250 VA

Communication Ports:

USB 2.0 and LAN

Instrument Weight:

4.9 kg/11 lbs

Case and Instrument Weight:

9.9 kg/22 lbs

Accessories Weight:

8.5 kg/18 lbs (soft bag)

Dimensions:

335 x 300 x 99 mm

17.7 x 6.3 x 16.1 in

Dimensions with Case:

520 x 430 x 220 mm

20.5 x 17 x 8.7 in.

Operating Ambient Temp:

0°C to +50°C /-32°F to +122°F

Storage Ambient Temp:

-40°C to 70°C / -40°F to +158°F

Humidity:

20% - 95% RH, non-condensing

CE Standards:

IEC61010 (LVD) EN61326 (EMC)

Operating System:

Windows 2000/ XP / Vista

CPU/RAM:

Pentium 500 MHz/512 Mb or better

Interface:

USB 2.0

Output

Measurements

General

Physical

Environmental

PC Requirements

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IDAX-300

Transport case

Cables

1.1.2

1.1.2.1

System and Accessories

IDAX-300 System and Accessories

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1.1.3

Safety Precautions

A " Warning" statement denotes hazardous conditions and actions that can cause bodily harm or death.

A "Caution!" statement denotes conditions and actions that can damage the IDAX or the equipment being tested.

Warning!

Always follow local safety regulations when working on high voltage equipment.

Make certain all personnel working with IDAX have been trained in its correct use and that all applicable safety precautions are taken.

BEFORE connecting this unit to the mains outlet user must verify that only a single protective ground systems exists AND no measurable voltage potential exists between the mains outlet protective ground and the test object protective ground. If a voltage potential is found between mains outlet protective ground and the test object protective ground then additional measures described in local safety standards should be applied to ensure personal safety.

The measurement system can generate hazardous and even lethal voltages.

Do not attempt to service the IDAX yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage.

Do not use any accessories that are not intended for use together with the IDAX.

Unplug the IDAX from the mains supply when it is left unattended or not in use.

Before cleaning, unplug the IDAX from the mains supply. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Caution!

Make sure that the mains voltage selected on the selector switch located on the back panel corresponds to the voltage level before connecting the mains.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

If you need to return your IDAX, please use either the original crate or one of equivalent strength.

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a) Power ON/OFF switch

Turns unit on and off.

b) Mains connector

For connecting to mains outlet.

c) Fuse

Use small screwdriver to gently pry out to change the fuse, F1, 2A slow blow.

d) USB Port

for connecting computer

e) ETHERNET

RJ45 connector for Ethernet connection via twisted pair cable.

1.2

1.2.1

Instrument Panels

IDAX-300 Front Panel

Overview

Power

Interface

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f) Enable switch

1 for activating the output of voltage.

0 for deactivating the output of voltage.

g) Generator

Generator output connector.

h) Active

Red high intensity LED. Is lit when the output is switched on, dark when the output is switched off.

i) AMPLIFIER

Connector for external amplifier

j) Input 1 and Sense 1

First input channels.

k) Input 2 and Sense 2

Second input channels.

l) Protective ground

Connector for connection to station ground.

m) Test

Test inputs.

Output

External

Input

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1.3

1.4

1.4.1

Software Installation

The IDAX-206 come with the measurement and display software already installed on the internal computer. On the IDAX-300 and if you want to use the IDAX-206 with an external PC you have to install the software.

To start installing the software insert the USB memory stick and run the program IDAXInstall XXXX.exe from it.

When first starting the IDAX software after installing it make sure the IDAX206/300 is connected and turned on. For the IDAX-206 also check that the switch in the rear panel is set to EXT USB. When the software starts it will look for the IDAX hardware and connect to it automatically.

Measurement Technique

Short overview of measurement principle is given in this section.

How impedance is measured Gives basic principle of IDAX operation Sample modeling Describes theoretical models used for presenting measurement

results

How Impedance is Measured

IDAX measures impedance. By measuring the impedance at one point, i,e, at a specific frequency and amplitude, parameters such as resistance, capacitance and loss can be calculated.

The impedance of a sample is measured by applying a voltage across the sample. This voltage will generate a current through the sample. By accurately measuring the voltage and the current, the impedance can be calculated, see illustration below.

Computer with DSP-board

Voltage source

Control voltage

Sample

Measured voltage

ElectrometerVoltmeter

Measured current

Fig.1. Measurement of electrical impedance.

The impedance is calculated using Ohm's law:

where Z, U and I are complex entities.

The voltage (and the current) is generated by a voltage source. There are currently two internal voltage sources available in the IDAX system, which can deliver a maximum peak output of 10 Vpeak and 200 Vpeak, respectively. The voltage is measured by means of a voltmeter and

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the current is measured by an ammeter or electrometer which acts as a current-to-voltage converter. The analogue signals (voltages) are then converted to digital samples of the signals that are used in subsequent calculations.

1.4.2

Sample Modelling

The impedance, Z, can be presented directly or by using different impedance models. Two ways of presenting Z directly are the polar and the rectangular, as follows:

Polar:

Rectangular:

Two simple models which are usually used in circuit analysis, although more seldom in insulation analysis, are capacitance, C, and resistance, R. The equivalent RC circuit models available are series and parallel models (see Fig.1) calculated as follows:

a) b)

Fig.1. Equivalent circuit models: a) series RC circuit, b) parallel RC circuit.

Parallel:

Series:

where w = 2pf and f is frequency.

Another model, more often used in insulation diagnostics, is the complex capacitance model describing the insulation impedance as a complex capacitance, where the imaginary part of the capacitance represents the losses. The complex capacitance model is defined as follows:

where

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Complex C:

The DC' is defined as the capacitance, C', with an arbitrary constant k (usually negative) added. The aim of this parameter is to make it possible to distinguish between small changes in capacitance in graphical presentation.

A model, very often used in insulation diagnostics, is a description of the insulation impedance as a capacitance combined with a dissipation factor, tand, or a power factor (PF or cosj). The capacitance, tand and cosj/PF are defined as follows:

C, PF, Tan-Delta:

If tand and cosj (PF) are small, then tand » cosj = PF (E.g. tand=0.1 corresponds to PF=0.0995)

Insulation diagnostics is based on material characterization and therefore material models are often used. To be able to define material parameters from measured impedance Z the geometry of the sample, described in terms of the geometrical capacitance C0, has to be

defined. In the illustration below, a vacuum (or air-filled) capacitor of defined geometry is shown. Since no "material" is between the electrodes, the capacitance of a) is the geometrical capacitance.

U C

a) b) c)

Material parameter models based on a geometrical capacitance C0 and material parameters.

In the above illustration b) and c) a material is inserted between the electrodes and it will influence the current, I, flowing in the circuit. The influence of the material can be described by different parameters using either a dielectric model or a conductive model. In the dielectric model the "material capacitance", the permittivity, is a complex function describing both the capacitance and the loss. Whereas in the conductive model the capacitance is described by a permittivity and the loss by a conductivity (or resistivity). The dielectric and resistive models are derived as follows:

U CIU C

e e

’& ’’

e s,r

’&

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Dielectric:

Resistive:

1.5

If geometrical capacitance, C0, is unknown it can be set by the user by entering a permittivity (dielectric constant), e', for the material. Entering a permittivity, e', will let the system calculate

an approximate C0 making use of the material models available. Yet, one must be aware that the accuracy of the absolute values are limited by the accuracy of the entered permittivity. If

the geometrical capacitance is unknown and an approximate permittivity is given, the geometrical capacitance is calculated as follows:

The impedance value, Z, used in the calculation is the first measurement point in the actual measurement.

Getting Started with IDAX

This describes how to perform a diagnostic measurement on a specific test specimen. More details about the software functions can be found in IDAX System Control and IDAX Results.

It is recommended to start using IDAX by going through the procedure in this section in order to become familiar with the instrument and the software. This procedure is also a good test to perform whenever a confirmation of the proper functioning of the instrument is required. This test is executed using the standard equipment delivered with IDAX.

Before starting to use IDAX certain preparatory procedures must be followed.

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Preparatory Procedure: IDAX instrument

1. Before connecting IDAX instrument power cord to the mains outlet: read the safety precautions

connect the transparent ground lead to a protective earth (ground) close to measurement

specimen and to panel of instrument.

2. Connect IDAX instrument to a mains outlet which meets the requirements in User's Manual

and local safety regulations, and switch on IDAX instrument using the mains switch POWER on the front panel.

Preparatory Procedure: Specimen

1. All specimen capacitances must be discharged before connecting IDAX leads. This means that

all specimen electrodes must be short circuited and grounded. The electrodes must remain grounded until IDAX leads are connected. Below a general picture of ground connections is shown.

1.5.1

2. In the case of Test Capacitor, keeping the electrodes grounded while connecting IDAX leads

is complicated. Therefore, in this particular case with Test Capacitor, it is permitted to remove the ground connections before connecting IDAX.

Measurement

Make sure that IDAX is properly connected to mains outlet.

Turn on IDAX using the mains switch POWER on the front panel. The IDAX performs a

self-test and start-up procedure.

Activate the Results window if not active after start-up.

In Results create new object selecting Object from menu File / New. Click "Browse" and

select !!Test Capacitor.obj template and enter arbitrary name as Object Name, for example "Test" and click OK.

By default all measurement templates listed as Associated Measurement Templates will be

available for performing the measurements. It is possible to deselect one or more measurement templates from Associated Measurement Templates. As shown in picture below, four Measurement Templates !!C10 (GST-Guard), !!C12 (UST), !!C12, C10, C10+C12 and !!C20 (GST-Guard) are associated with the object "Test" for IDAX-206, similar procedure as IDAX-300.

Fill in available fields with relevant information.

Create new measurement sequence selecting Measurement Sequence from menu File / New. Arbitrary name can be entered as Measurement Sequence, for example "Getting

Started" and press OK. New measurement sequence with corresponding Measurement Plan files will appear in Test Browser.

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Fill in available fields with relevant information.

1.5.1.1

Test Sequence for IDAX-300

This is Getting Started test sequence when using IDAX-300

The specimen to be measured using the built-in capacitance box built into the system that terminates at the front panel. The respective capacitances are:

C10 = ~2.5 nF C12 = ~4.7 nF

Warning!

The measurement system can generate hazardous and even lethal voltages.

Carefully read "Safety precautions".

Ungrounded Specimen Test (UST) Measurement

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In Test Browser select Measurement Plan file !!C12 (UST), carefully read and follow the instructions. Or follow the instructions below.

Make sure that preparation procedures (both IDAX and Specimen) have been followed.

Connect the output to the lower capacitance connector.

Connect Current 1 and Sense 1 to the top capacitance connector.

Remove possible ground connections from somewhere.

Turn on the output switch activate the output and then start the measurement.

Wait until measurement is finished or abort earlier by stopping the measurement.

Grounded Specimen Test (GST) Measurement

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Test no.

Measure

Configuration

Energize (Gen, Yellow)

Channel 1 (Red)

Channel 2 (blue) 1CHGST-Guard-1+2

HLNC2CHL

UST-1

HLNC3CL

GST-Guard-1+2

LHNC

Test no.

Measure

Configuration

Energize (Hi, Red)

Channel 1 (Lo, Blue)

1CHGST-Guard

HL2

CHL

USTHL3CL

GST-Guard

Test no.

Measure

Configuration

Energize

Channel 1

Channel 2

In Test Browser select Measurement Plan file !!C10 (GST-Guard), carefully read and follow the instructions. Alternatively, follow the instructions below.

Make sure that preparation procedures have been followed (see also "Ungrounded Specimen

Test (UST) Measurement").

1.5.1.2

Connect the generator output to the upper capacitance connector.

Connect Current 1 and Sense 1 to the lower capacitance connector.

Remove possible ground connections from the connection pins.

Turn on the output switch activate the output and then start the measurement.

Wait until measurement is finished or abort earlier by stopping the measurement.

Comparing 1-ch IDAX-206 and 2-ch IDAX-300

IDAX-300 (two winding transformer)

IDAX-206 (two winding transformer)

IDAX-300 (three winding transformer)

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(Gen, Yellow)

(Red)

(blue) 1CHGST-Guard-1+2

HLT2CHL

UST-1

HLT3CL

GST-Guard-1+2

LHT4CLT

UST-2

LHT5CT

GST-Guard-1+2

THL6CTH

UST-1

THL

IDAX-206 (three winding transformer)

Test no.

Measure

Configuratio n

Energize (Hi, Red)

Channel 1 (Lo, Blue)

1CHGST-Guard

HLT shorted to L

CHL

USTHL

T shorted to tank

3CLGST-Guard

LHT shorted to H

CLT

USTLH

T shorted to tank

5CTGST-Guard

THL shorted to H

CTH

USTTH

L shorted to tank

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1.5.2

In case of a two winding transformer the set-up of IDAX-206 (IDA 200) and IDAX-300 are very similar; the leads need to be moved between test 2 and test 3.

In case of a three winding transformer the IDAX-300 second input channel is utilized (standard); the leads need to be moved between test 2 and test 3, between test 4 and test 5. If use IDAX-206 (IDA 200) on a three winding transformer, the leads need to be moved between every test.

If using IDAX-300 with two electrometers (option), the two set-ups using same cable set-up can be measured simultaneously, e.g. test 1 and test 2 (test 3 and test4; test 5 and test 6).

Note that Test 6, CTH (Energize T and measure H), in many cases are replaced by CHT (Energize H and Measure T):

· IDAX-300: CHT, UST-2, H, L, T (same cable set-up as Test 1 and Test 2)

· IDAX-206: CHT, UST, H, T, L shorted to tank

During Measurement

When the measurement has been started the measurement file icon changes to an icon corresponding to the data file.

1. By pressing <F4> on the keyboard, Results window can be activated if not already active and

the measurement progress can be viewed when selecting Graph tab. The graph shows the

dissipation factor for the Test Capacitor in the frequency range 0.1 - 1000 Hz .

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2. By pressing <F5> on the keyboard, an oscilloscope will be displayed on the screen. The Ch 0

(red) signal in the oscilloscope displays the applied voltage over the sample, Ch 1 (white) is the output voltage from the first electrometer and Ch 2 (blue) is the output voltage from the second electrometer. The output voltage from the electrometer is a function of the current through the sample.

3. The instrument stops automatically after the last measurement point is completed, however,

the measurement can be interrupted earlier by a stop command. You can press stop button or, on the IDAX-206, the OUTPUT OFF button. On the IDAX-206 a lit green READY LED on the front panel indicates that the measurement is stopped or finished.

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1.5.3

Presenting Results

By default the measurement data is presented using a model defined in the measurement plan. However, additional models can be added while inspecting the results (see Selecting Models for details).

Depending on which parameters are of interest to the user, the measurement data can be presented using different models. E.g. in the tand model the dissipation and/or power factor as well as capacitance can be displayed in the graph as a function of frequency. See also how to select models in sections "Configuration / Models" and "Sample Modelling".

The results can be viewed using three additional tabs: Graph, Table and 50/60 Hz data as shown in pictures below.

Graph tab is active

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Table tab is active

50/60 Hz Data tab is active

1.5.4

Selecting Models

1. Select Configuration / Models in Results window and all available models will be presented

as shown below. In this picture, both the "Dielectric" and "C, PF, Tan-delta" models are ticked. Select the desired models and click OK.

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1.6

2. In the Graph tab you can select the desired parameters. For example, the dielectric

parameter e'.

3. In Results window menu the choices File / Export, File / Print and File / Report allow for

exporting the measurement data and creation of reports.

All measurements are stored on the IDAX 206 system hard disk or the measurement computer's hard disk on an IDAX-300 system and can be opened and analysed at any time. For comparison purposes, many measurements can be loaded into the same Results window.

IDAX System Control

The IDAX System Control performs a measurement according to commands pre-arranged in a Measurement plan or command file (C-file), using programming syntax described in IDAX Command and Variable References. The Measurement plan used is available in Results tab Measurement plan.

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Window

Functions

Results

Editing of measurement plans and displaying the results.

Window is activated after up-start by default

Comments

Adding comments to the actual measurement.

Messages

Displaying messages from the software during a measurement.

Oscilloscope

Viewing the actual voltage and current curve forms.

In addition to the IDAX System Control program window, a few more windows are accessible from here.

1.6.1

1.6.2

1.6.3

Message Window

Messages from IDAX system to the user will be displayed in the Messages window. For example, if a measurement was aborted prematurely by the program, the reason for it will be displayed here.

Connect and Disconnect

In the File menu you have the choice to connect (if not connected) and disconnect (if connected) to the IDAX unit. If you are not connected and the software needs to connect to the IDAX unit it will be done automatically.

Oscilloscope

The Oscilloscope displays the signals present on channel 0 (white, Ch0) and channel 1 (red, Ch1) inputs of the analogue IO unit.

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Ch0 and Ch1 and their check boxes

The Ch0 and Ch1 check boxes select the channels that are displayed. Trace 0, white, is proportional to the sample voltage. Trace 1, red, shows the electrometer output voltage, which is a function of the input current.

1.6.4

Horizontal control

The oscilloscope time base can be set either on auto scale or manual. On auto scale, the time base is set from the generator signal from the DSP. In the manual mode, the time base is set by the Time/div slide bar. The time above the slide bar refers to the time per division, the full oscilloscope window width consists of ten divisions.

Roll

The Roll check box can be used for slow signals that the oscilloscope may otherwise have difficulties to accurately lock.

Vertical control

The gain of the input channels can be adjusted with the two vertical slide bars next to the Grid check box at the oscilloscope window. The voltage range is displayed beside the Ch0 and Ch1 check boxes. The offset of the displayed signals can be adjusted by placing the mouse pointer inside the oscilloscope window and dragging it up and down while holding the mouse button.

Grid

The Grid check box displays or hides the grid.

Changing Language

The language in which IDAX user interface (IDAX software) is displayed can be changed. The following languages are available:

English

Swedish

German

French

Spanish

Language is changed selecting menu Configuration / Change Language in IDAX System Control, which opens a file opening dialog. The selected language file, *.lng, is loaded and it will be used after restarting the IDAX program. Each language has its own language file, *.lng, and all language files are located in the directory D:\IDA\Language files\.

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Generator

Input 1

Input 2

Ground

R (Ohm)

Resistance of centre conductor

Resistance of earth/ground conductor

L (Henry)

-----

Inductance of input 1 cable

Inductance of earth/ground cable

C12 (Farad)

Capacitance between centre conductor and middle shield

Cap. between conductor and shield

-----

C23 (Farad)

Capacitance between middle shield and outer shield

-----

In addition to IDAX interface language, the language of Measurement Templates is changed if a translation is available. The translation files are stored in directory D:\IDA\Language files\.

1.6.5

Test Leads

The Test Leads dialog is used to select and, possible edit the settings for different cable sets. The presets drop-down is used to select what cable set you are to use for a measurement. If the cable set you are planning to use is not included you can use the “Add” button to add a new preset.

1.6.6

The settings for a cable set can be edited. What the different settings means is explained in this table.

About

In "About" window the software versions of installed IDAX system, its program components and information about the operating system are displayed.

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1.6.7

1.6.8

Calibration

The IDAX system presents its measurement results derived from measured voltage and current. Therefore, the IDAX system should mainly be calibrated with voltage and current standards.

Calibration of the IDAX-206 system is performed using an external calibration box containing voltage, current and impedance references. The system can be calibrated against the calibration box every year or every 6 months. On the other hand, if the system is used and stored outside certain temperature/moisture limits, more frequent calibration is recommended.

The system may also require more frequent calibration to compensate for exposure to temperature gradients during measurement work, or if the calibration temperature differs too much from the ambient temperature. Moreover, one may recommend more frequent calibration if tighter accuracy specifications are to be met. Using the external calibration box for calibration of the system makes it possible to always have a calibrated system which eliminates the need to send the whole system away for calibration. The only thing that needs to be sent away is the external calibration box. It is recommended to calibrate the box every two years.

Calibration Procedure IDAX-300

It is recommended to calibrate the IDAX-300 at least once a year. There are two options regarding calibration of IDAX-300:

The IDAX unit can be sent to Pax for calibration

Calibration can be performed by the customer using the optional Calibration Set

The second option means that the IDAX instrument is available since it does not need to be sent away for calibration. The calibration procedure is easy to perform using the optional Calibration Set, which consists of:

Calibration Box

Calibration Software

Cables and connectors

User's Manual

The only thing that needs to be sent away is the Calibration Box and calibration of the Calibration Box can be performed by any local accredited laboratory or testing facility handling test and measure instruments.

Results User Interface

Results program is the window where all data from the measurement are displayed in a graphical or text format. Earlier performed measurements can also be opened for comparison purposes. Moreover, a measurement plan for the measurement to be performed can be edited here.

Interaction with the program is done via windows and toolbar menu, the functions are described in "Results Menus and Commands"

Results window is divided into two sections:

Test Browser (left-side)

Measurement Plan and presentation of the measurement results in graphical and table

format (right-side)

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Description

File Menu

Operations with measurement objects, measurement files, etc.

Edit Menu

Editing and changing properties of opened measurements.

Diagram Menu

Zooming features

View Menu

Selection of presentation form

Configuration Menu

Configuration of Results window settings

Help Menu

On-line Help

2.1

Results Menus and Commands

Windows menu

Icon menu

Icon menu is designed for easier navigation and operations with Test Browser.

Open measurement

Close measurement

Save

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New Measurement Sequence

Menu Command

Description

New

Create new objects and Measurement Sequences

Add/Remove Templates

Add new or remove existing Measurement templates

Open Measurement

Open selected measurement(s)

Close Measurement

Close selected measurements

Remake Measurement

Repeat a measurement

Save

Save current template or Measurement Plan

Save As...

Save the current template under a new name.

Load D-file...

Temporarily load a measurement file into Results

Import

Import measurement data

Export

Export measurement data

Print short summary of measurement

Report

Create detailed report about measurement

Send to...

Send data to an external analysis program

Rename File/Folder

Rename individual file, test sequence or object folder

Delete File/Folder

Delete individual file(s), test sequence(s) or object folder(s)

Exit

Close Results program

Toggle between Show and Hide sweep

Show/Hide Test Browser

Switch between Measurement Sequence and Measurement Plan or data file

Go one Measurement Plan or data file Down in Measurement Sequence if there are more

than one

Go one Measurement Plan or data file UP in Measurement Sequence if there are more

than one

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2.1.1

Results File Menu

2.1.1.1

2.1.1.1.1 File / New / Object

File / New

Depending on selected file or folder in Test Browser user can create:

New Object Create new Object is created if the object to be measured is not

among those in Test Browser

New Test Sequence Create new Measurement Sequence for a selected Object

New object is created if the object to be measured is not among those in Test Browser.

1. Select New / Object from File menu which opens New Object dialog

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2. Select appropriate object template by using Browse button and press Open

3. Enter name for the new object, for example, "Test capacitor.obj" and press OK.

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4. Newly created object appears in Test Browser as shown below.

2.1.1.1.2 File / New / Measurement Template

1. From View menu select View / Browse Measurement Templates

2. From File menu select File / New / Measurement Template, enter a name, e.g. template.icf

, for new template and press Save. New empty template will appear in Text View mode for editing. See also section "IDAX 206 Commands and Variables".

2.1.1.1.3 File / New / Object Template

1. From View menu select View / Browse Object Templates

2. From File menu select File / New / Object Template, enter a name for new template and

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press Save. New empty template will appear in Text View mode for editing. See also section "IDAX 206 Commands and Variables".

2.1.1.1.4 File / New / Measurement Sequence

New Measurement Sequence is created when:

· new measurement is to be performed on new object

· new measurement is to be performed on an existing object

· individual measurement file(s) is imported

Note!

Before creating new Measurement Sequence, at least one measurement template must be associated with the test object.

1. To create new test sequence:

· select New / Measurement Sequence from File menu

· right-click on chosen test object and from menu selecting New Measurement

Sequence (see picture below)

2. New Measurement Sequence will be automatically assigned a name in form of date as shown

below (date has the format according to International Standard ISO 8601). The name for Measurement Sequence (i.e. "First Test" as in picture below) is optional.

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File / Add/Remove Templates

User can add or remove Measurement Templates, (C-files) for selected measurement object using this command. It invokes a dialog window where user can manipulate with available Measurement Templates (see picture below).

This dialog window can be also invoked by right mouse click on selected object and choosing Add/Remove Templates from the menu which appears as shown below.

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2.1.1.3

2.1.1.4

2.1.1.5

File / Open Measurement

One or more measurements can be opened by this command depending on selected item in Test Browser.

Selected item Data to be opened

Single data file All sweeps in selected data file Measurement Sequence All sweeps in all data files under selected Measurement Sequence Object All sweeps in all data files in all Measurement Sequences under

selected Object

File / Close Measurement

One or more measurements can be closed by this command depending on selected item in Test Browser.

Selected item Data to be closed

selected Object

File / Remake Measurement

In cases when user is dissatisfied with a certain measurement it is possible to repeat this measurement with the same settings using Remake Measurement as follows:

2.1.1.6

2.1.1.7

1. Connect IDAX to the test object if not connected.

2. Select the measurement file, (D-file) to be repeated (obligatory).

3. Choose Remake Measurement. It will create a Measurement Plan, (C-file) from the selected

data file, i.e. all measurement settings from this data file are copied into the new Measurement Plan, (C-file).

4. Make corrections in Measurement Plan if needed.

5. Press ON on IDAX front panel to start the measurement.

File / Save

Save any changes made to the current template or Measurement Plan.

File / Save As

1. Select template which is to be saved under new name.

2. Invoke Save As dialog from menu File / Save As...

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3. Enter new name for the template and press OK.

Note: The Object Templates are saved in Object Templates directory and Measurement

Templates under Measurement Templates directory

2.1.1.8

File / Load D-file

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+L

This command allows for temporary loading of single measurement files, D-files. During loading a Temporary Object and Temporary Sequence are created as shown in picture below. All subsequent data files are opened under the same Temporary Sequence.

The opened files can be then imported under an existing object by using File / Import File / To Structure.

If Results program is opened as an independent program and the data files are temporary opened, then closing Results program, user is asked if the opened files should be imported into the existing data structure.

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2.1.1.9

File / Import

When sharing measurement data between different IDAX instruments or computers, Import function facilitates the process of insertion of individual measurements into existing data structure. Data are imported in a fashion which corresponds that they can be appropriately imported back into the same or other data structure.

Depending on data to be imported type and structure the following options are available:

IDA Zip File Import archived measurement data File to Structure Import selected file into existing structure Measurement Templates Import selected Measurement Templates Object Templates Import selected Object Templates

2.1.1.9.1 File / Import / IDA Zip File

Short-cut keys: Ctrl+Alt+I

Import the data in from archived (*.izf) format. Data are inserted among existing measurements preserving the structure of the archived file.

1. Choose File / Import / IDA Zip File to invoke regular Open dialog.

2. Select file to be imported and press OK.

2.1.1.9.2 File / Import / File to Structure

Command is used to import individual measurement files into existing data structure, i.e. it requires an Object and a Measurement Sequence. New Object and Measurement Sequence need to be defined in case there is no object and/or sequence to import the data.

1. From menu File / Import / File to Structure invoke import dialog.

2. Select the directory where measurement(s) to be imported are located.

3. Select Object under which the measurement must be imported.

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4. Select the Measurement Sequence.

5. Select measurement(s) to be imported. By default all measurements located in given

directory are imported. Deselect those which not to import by unchecking appropriate check boxes.

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6. Press OK button and the measurement will appear in the Test Browser.

2.1.1.9.3 File / Import / Measurement Templates

Measurement Templates can be imported from a selected location on the IDAX hard drive or user's computer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Import / Measurement Templates:

1. Choose directory where template(s) to be imported are located by typing in the path

manually or using Browse button.

2. Select template(s) to be imported from available templates in the left hand side.

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3. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button on chosen template.

4. Press OK button.

2.1.1.9.4 File / Import / Object Templates

Object Templates can be imported from a selected location on the IDAX hard drive or user's computer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Import / Object Templates:

1. Choose directory where the template(s) to be imported are located by typing in the path

manually or using Browse button.

2. Select the template(s) to be imported from available templates in the left hand side.

3. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button on chosen template.

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4. Press OK button.

2.1.1.10

File / Export

When sharing measurement data between different IDAX instruments or computers, Export function facilitates the process of extraction of individual measurements or templates from existing data structure. Data are exported in such a fashion that they can be appropriately imported back into the same or other data structure.

Depending on objective the Export function can be used in differently:

IDA Zip File Export data structure to a single file Data Export tab-delimited data or graph into a file Measurement Templates Export selected Measurement Templates Object Templates Export selected Object Templates

2.1.1.10.1 File / Export / IDA Zip File

Short-cut keys: Ctrl+Alt+E

Export of the data in an archived (*.izf) format. By exporting data into an IDA Zip File, the data structure is preserved. It is possible to export:

· individual measurements - Object and Measurement Sequence information are included.

· Measurement Sequences - Object information and all measurements in this sequence are

included.

· Objects - all Measurement Sequences with respective measurements are included.

2.1.1.10.2 File / Export / Data

Short-cut keys: Ctrl+E

The "Export" command invokes an export-dialog with two different file type options, export to a file as a graph or the measurement points:

· WMF (Windows metafile)

· TXT (Tab delimited format)

If the measurement data is exported as a TXT-file one can also select appropriate Format and Decimal separator. The Format option allows user to remove the header of the file, which makes it easier to import the data into another program. Decimal numbers are written in the file using chosen Decimal separator option - point or comma.

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Moreover, it is possible to export also the measurement file itself by checking checkbox "Include D-File", which may be favourable when exporting to floppy disk.

2.1.1.10.3 Header

Export with header

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Export without header

2.1.1.10.4 Point/Comma

Point as a decimal separator

Comma as a decimal separator

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2.1.1.10.5 File / Export / Measurement Templates

Measurement Templates can be exported to a selected location on the IDAX hard drive or user's computer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Export / Measurement Templates:

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1. Select templates to be exported side from available templates in the left hand.

2. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button.

3. Choose destination directory typing in the path or using Browse button.

4. Press OK button.

To remove a template:

1. Select it from the right hand side from selected templates.

2. Press Remove button or double click by left mouse button.

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2.1.1.10.6 File / Export / ObjectTemplates

Object Templates can be exported to a selected location on the IDAX hard drive or user's computer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Export / Object Templates:

1. Select templates to be exported side from available templates in the left hand.

2. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button.

3. Choose destination directory typing in the path or using Browse button.

4. Press OK button.

2.1.1.11

To remove a template:

1. Select it from the right hand side from selected templates.

2. Press Remove button or double click by left mouse button.

File / Print

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+P

The Print command allows user to print out a simple report of the measurement results in a text format.

Graph, Table or 50/60 Hz Data view

Pressing Print first invokes a special window for Print Setup, where user can compose the appearance of the report. By checking in given options one can print out a report consisting of:

· calculated values such as equivalent current, dissipated power, power factor and

capacitance at 10 kV and at 50/60 Hz,

· table containing the data, which are selected in the Results window,

· graphical presentation of the measurement.

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Test Plan view

When in Measurement Plan view and in Text View mode user can print test plan text. If not in Text View mode, the Print command is inactive.

2.1.1.12

File / Report

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+Alt+P

This command invokes a dialog window where two report generators are available.

Report Generator Description

List&Label Create report using special set of drivers (only option available

MS Word Create Report using features Microsoft Word text editor

2.1.1.12.1 List&Label Report

List&Label is a set of special drivers provided for designing, viewing and printing reports.

When invoking List&Label report generator, a dialog window allows for choosing between various options as shown in the picture below. If there are already prepared report file(s) they will be listed in the left side of the dialog window and can be selected to work with.

when creating report on IDAX)

(Requires MS Word application installed on computer)

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Menu functions

Description

New report file

Create new report file. See also separate manual for List&Label.

Add report

Add a report to the list of available reports

Delete

Delete the selected report file

Modify

Modify in selected report file can be done. It means that the layout, appearance, etc. can be changed. (See separate manual for List&Label).

Preview

Preview selected report file with the users data

Print the report according to previously designed layout from selected report file, for example, Two winding transformer + bushings.lst

Close Report dialog

Menu functions

Description

New report file

Create new report file using MS Word

Add report

Add a report to the list of available reports

Delete

Delete the selected report file

Modify

Modify in selected report file can be done. It means that the layout, appearance, etc. can be changed.

Compile

Preview selected report file with the users data. Printing is done using MS Word print options.

Close Report dialog

2.1.1.12.2 MS Word Report

MS Word report generator allows for designing, viewing and printing reports using Microsoft Word features.

When invoking MS Word report generator, a dialog window allows for choosing between various options as shown in the picture below. If there are already prepared report file(s) they will be listed in the left side of the dialog window and can be selected to work with.

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2.1.1.13

File / Send to

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+D

In addition to different data export options, the measurement data file, (D-file) can be sent to other programs directly for further analysis. For this purpose Results are configured by providing search path to the external program. The configuration is made from menu Configuration / Program... where the appropriate executable file is selected in dialog box.

Now the data file loaded into Results can be sent to the chosen external program from File / Send to... as shown below. If the configuration step has been omitted, the dialog shown above appears and user is prompted to enter the search path at this stage.

When a executable application is selected, the name of the executable is added to the Send to... menu as shown below, where MODS has been chosen as application where data are to be sent.

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2.1.1.14

The data can also be send to selected application by right mouse click and selecting Send to .. MODS as shown in picture below.

File / Rename File/Folder

1. Select the file or folder to be renamed

2. Choose Rename File/Folder from menu or right-click on the file or folder

3. Type new file or folder name and press Enter

2.1.1.15

File / Delete File/Folder

1. Select the file or folder to be deleted

2. Choose Delete File/Folder from menu or right-click on the file or folder. A pop-up window

will appear:

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3. To confirm, select Yes and press Enter or left-click, otherwise select No.

2.1.1.16

2.1.2

File / Exit

Shortcut keys: Alt+F4

1. Closes Results program, without quitting IDAX System Control program. Results can be

restored by pressing F4 or selecting from menu Windows / Results in IDAX System Control window.

2. If Results were launched as stand-alone application - File / Exit quits Results program without

saving changes.

Results Edit Menu

Commands for handling text and objects

Menu Command Description

Undo Undo last operation

Copy Copy object(s) or text to clipboard Copy All Copy all selected objects or text to clipboard Cut Cut object(s) or text to clipboard Paste Paste object(s) or text from clipboard

Select All Select all object(s) or text from Results window

Commands for handling graphical output

Menu Command Description

Toggle Sweep Toggles between show and hide measurement sweep Mark Sweep Shows measurement sweep Unmark Sweep Hides measurement sweep

Change Sweep Color Changes colour appearance of measurement sweep

2.1.2.1

2.1.2.2

Edit / Undo

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+Z

Reverse the effect of the last action performed, such as typing, deleting or formatting text, etc.

Edit / Copy

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+C

Place a duplicate of the selected text or object(s) onto the Clipboard where it can be pasted elsewhere.

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2.1.2.3

2.1.2.4

2.1.2.5

Edit / Copy All

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+Alt+C

Graph

Copy Results window to Clipboard. i.e. make screen dump as using Alt+Print Screen.

Table

Copy content of the table to Clipboard

50/60 Hz Values

Copy measured values at 50/60 Hz to Clipboard.

Test Plan

Highlight all text in the current text frame (Text View) and place a duplicate of it onto the Clipboard where it can be pasted elsewhere.

Edit / Cut

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+X

Delete the selected text from Measurement Plan or Template and place it on the Clipboard where it can be pasted elsewhere.

Edit / Paste

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+V

2.1.2.6

2.1.2.7

2.1.2.8

Place the contents of the clipboard (the last text cut or copied) back into Test Plan.

Edit / Select All

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+A

Highlight all text in the current text frame (Text View) for subsequent copying.

Edit / Toggle Sweep

Toggles between Mark Sweep and Unmark Sweep, i.e. displays or hides the selected sweep(s) in the graph, table and the values at power frequency. The effect of Toggle Sweep depends on position in Test Browser.

Position in Test Browser Displayed sweeps

Object All opened measurements under this object are displayed/hidden Measurement Sequence All opened measurements in this sequence are displayed/hidden Measurement file All sweeps in this file are displayed/hidden A sweep selected Only selected sweep is displayed/hidden

Edit / Mark Sweep

Displays the selected sweep in the graph, table and shows values at power frequency. In order to have an effect of Mark Sweep:

· the sweeps must be unmarked (hidden)

· the sweeps to be displayed also depends on selected position in Test Browser.

Position in Test Browser Displayed sweeps

Object All opened measurements under this object are displayed Measurement sequence All opened measurements in this sequence are displayed Measurement file All sweeps in this file are displayed

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2.1.2.9

2.1.2.10

2.1.2.11

Edit / Unmark Sweep

Hides the selected sweep in the graph, table and the values at power frequency. In order to have an effect of Unmark Sweep:

· the sweeps must be marked (displayed)

· the sweeps to be hidden also depends on selected position in Test Browser.

Position in Test Browser Displayed sweeps

Object All opened measurements under this object are hidden Measurement sequence All opened measurements in this sequence are hidden Measurement file All sweeps in this file are hidden A sweep selected Only selected sweep is hidden

Edit / Change Sweep Color

Changes colour appearance of selected sweep. Change Sweep Color invokes a colour dialog window from which a desired colour for sweep can be selected. This command can also be invoked right-click on selected sweep.

Edit / Read Only

Allows for changes in those fields which are read only by default:

· object data when measurement sequence is selected

· Measurement plan for data files (D-files)

2.1.3

2.1.3.1

By selecting Edit / Read Only this feature is removed and user can change the content of all fields.

Results Diagram Menu

Menu command Description

Zoom in Zooming in into a selected area Zoom out Returning to full graph

Diagram / Zoom In

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+I

1. The Zoom In command allows user to select a rectangular area of the by dragging a

rectangle with the mouse.

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2. The marked area will the be magnified to cover the entire graph area as shown below.

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2.1.3.2

2.1.4

Diagram / Zoom Out

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+O

Zoom out command fully displays all active curves similarly as turning on Autoscale in axis settings. The axis settings in the axis settings, however, remain unchanged.

Results View Menu

Menu Command Description

Browser Show/Hide Test Browser.

Browse Object Tree Allow to select which items are displayed Test Browser. Browse Measurement Templates Show only Measurement Templates Browse Object Templates Show only Object Templates

Information Display information about Object, Measurement Sequence,

Measurement Plan etc.

Graph Show graphical representation of measurements Table Show table view of the measurement results 50/60 Hz Data Present the values at power frequency

Text View Open Measurement Plan or Template programming

commands for its interface and measurement settings for

review and editing

2.1.4.1

2.1.4.2

2.1.4.3

2.1.4.4

2.1.4.5

Show Measurement Templates Show/Hide Measurement Templates

View / Browser

Toggles between hide and show Test Browser. It may be convenient to hide it in order to maximise the area for graphical output as well as for table and when editing measurement plans.

View / Browse Object Tree

Displays all objects inclusive associated Measurement Templates, Measurement Sequences, Measurement Plans, (C-files) and measurement data files, (D-files).

View / Browse Measurement Templates

Displays all available Measurement Templates and it is possible to edit any of them as well as create new ones.

View / Browse ObjectTemplates

Displays all available Object Templates and it is possible to edit any of them as well as create new ones.

View / Information

Measurements performed by IDAX are described in a command file, called Measurement Plan or C-file (*.icf). This text file contains all information specific for the measurement in question, and is in its entirety saved in the data file (*.idf) before the measurement data.

Displayed content of Information tab depends on selected place in Test Browser. There are several possibilities:

· Object selected

· Measurement Sequence selected

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· Measurement Template selected

· Measurement Plan selected

· Measurement Data selected

Information - Object

Displays information about object corresponding to the chosen Object Template. Object information can be edited using also Text view mode. The changes made here will, however, be unique for the given object. Permanent changes must be made in Object Template(s).

Information - Measurement Sequence

Measurement Sequence displays information relevant to given measurement occasion. Measurement Sequence can be edited using also Text view mode. The changes made here will, however, be unique for the given Measurement Sequence only. Permanent changes must be made in Object Template(s).

Information - Measurement Template

1. Selected Measurement Template is associated with an object Displays the appearance of Measurement Plan for specific conditions (see also Measurement

Templates) and given object. Measurement Template(s) can be edited using also Text view

mode. The changes made here will, however, be unique for the given object only. Permanent changes must be made in Measurement Template(s).

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2. When using View / Browse Measurement Templates Similar as above, but the changes made in Text view mode will be permanent and will have effect when creating next new object or adding given Measurement Template to existing object(s).

Information - Measurement Plan

Measurement Plan displays the same information as Measurement Template and can be edited also using Text view mode. In the Text view mode appearance of the Measurement Plan view can be specified, thus hiding irrelevant information from the user. The changes made here will, however, be unique for the given measurement. Permanent changes must be made in Measurement Template(s).

Information - Measurement Data

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Measurement Data displays the same information as Measurement Plan. The data itself is not visible, yet can be viewed in Text mode.

Caution: The data files are Read-only and even the editing is possible after disabling Read-only

attribute, it is strongly discouraged. Any data loss or damage caused by editing of data files is user's responsibility.

The IDAX System Control reads the Measurement Plan and each line is interpreted in subsequent order. Normally, every variable or command is contained in a separate row. However, multiple variables and commands can be entered in the same row if they are separated with semicolons. When the measurement is started, current Measurement Plan is copied to a file LastC.icf in D:\IDA catalogue, which is then read and executed by the IDAX System Control.

2.1.4.6

View / Graph

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+G

Displays graphical output of an ongoing measurement and/or previously made and opened measurements. It is possible to display graphical representation of the measurements using different parameters, i.e. loss tangent, power factor, PF, capacitance, C and others (see also

Configuration / Models).

By clicking right mouse button on a measurement point the properties of this point are shown in Properties box in left lower corner of Results window.

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2.1.4.7

View / Table

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+T

Ongoing measurement and/or previously made and opened measurements are displayed in a text mode. In addition to measured values loss tangent, power factor, PF, capacitance, C and others, in Table mode also hum current, DC offset and object's capacitance are shown for specified configurations.

2.1.4.8

View / 50/60 Hz Data

Measured values

When a frequency sweep is performed, the measurements are done at certain pre-defined frequencies. Due to possible interferences at power frequency (50 or 60 Hz) it is generally

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recommended to avoid this frequency. Instead, two measurements near the power frequency are performed and the values at power frequency are obtained by interpolation.

10 kV equivalents

The 10 kV equivalents are values that are calculated from the measured values. Using low voltage, e.g. 200 Vpeak, will result in a certain current through the sample. A linear insulating material, such as oil and/or paper, will have the same dissipation factor and capacitance also at a 10 kV test voltage. Therefore, it is possible to calculate the current and power at 10 kV from the measured values.

2.1.4.9

2.1.4.10

2.1.5

View / Text View

Displays text behind the Measurement Plan or Template. In Text View all formatting and measurement settings are shown for user and editing is enabled. It is also possible to view data files (D-files), but their editing is disabled.

View / Show Measurement Templates

Shows or hides Measurement Templates associated to objects in Test Browser. Hiding templates saves space in Test Browser, which may be recommended.

Results Configuration Menu

There are commands under this menu which allow user to configure output of measurement results, display desired measured values in both graphical and text format as well as edit measurement plan(s).

Menu command Description

Information Configure appearance and Template and Measurement Plan

editing tools

Graph Configure appearance of graphical output Table Configure Table view Power Frequency Data Display values of losses and capacitance at power (network)

frequency (50 or 60 Hz)

2.1.5.1

Send to Select an external program for data analysis

Models Display available models for presentation of results

Configuration / Information

Editing of Measurement and Object Templates and Measurement Plans in Text View mode can be facilitated by means of this dialog window.

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1. Checking/unchecking Gutter displays/hides line numbering in the left side.

2. Advanced help enables automatic appearance of alternatives for variables. When typing a

variable name followed by "=" sign, the alternatives appear as a drop-down menu (see below) and user can select the appropriate one.

2.1.5.2

3. Highlighting settings allows user to change the color scheme for appearance of text editor

(see example below).

4. Font... allows user to select the fonts to be used in Text view of Measurement or Object

Templates and Measurement Plan.

Configuration / Graph

Allows user to configure appearance of graphical output

Menu commands Description

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Display Title Toggle ON/OFF display title Axis Configure Axis settings Background Change background color

2.1.5.2.1 Configuration / Graph / Display Title

Toggles ON/OFF the graph title.

2.1.5.2.2 Configuration / Graph / Axis

The Axis command invokes the axis dialog window. This window allows the names, scales, grid, prefixes, etc. on the axes to be modified. The dialog is divided into three parts:

Title

X-axis

Y-axis.

2.1.5.2.2.1 Autoscale

Autoscale automatically sets the scale so that all active curves are displayed in the graph.

Note!

Negative values are not possible to display in logarithmic scale.

2.1.5.2.2.2 Grid

For grid settings, three options are available:

None, no grid is shown.

Small, also called tics. Only an indication at the axis, no lines in the graph.

Full, all lines are displayed in the graph.

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2.1.5.2.2.3 Label

Allows user to enter a label text for both X- and Y- axis.

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Makes it possible to change between logarithmic and linear scale for the X and/or Y axis.

Note!

Negative values are not possible to display in logarithmic scale.

2.1.5.2.2.5 Precision

Precision sets how many digits of the point is presented in the Graph/Table.

2.1.5.2.2.6 Prefix/Scientific

Changes between Prefix or Scientific notation in the Graph/Table.

2.1.5.2.2.7 Title

Here the title for the graph in Results can be written. If Auto is checked, the title of the measurement will be displayed for the measurement. If more than one measurements are

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loaded in the results window, with different titles, no title will be displayed.

Units for both X- and Y- axis.

2.1.5.2.3 Configuration / Graph / Background

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+B

Using this command the background of the graph can be changed. The selected color is used on display and in files exported in *.wmf format, however, when printing the background color is set to white.

2.1.5.3

Configuration / Table

Allows user to choose between displaying or hiding the disturbance data when in Table mode.

2.1.5.4

Configuration / Power Data

Configures display of desired values at power frequency (50 or 60 Hz). This command invokes a dialog window shown below. The options are as follows:

1) showing either loss tangent (tand) or Power Factor (PF)

2) select power frequency

50 Hz, e.g. Europe, Australia, most part of Africa and Asia

60 Hz, e.g. USA, Canada, Mexico, certain countries in South America

3) showing interpolated 10 kV equivalents for current, dissipated power, Power Factor and

capacitance

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2.1.5.5

2.1.5.6

Configuration / Program...

The dialog window, which appears when selecting this menu command, allow user to choose an external application for further data analysis. This is done by providing the search path to this program as shown below.

Configuration / Models...

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+M

Command Configuration / Models... invokes a window where available models for presentation of measurement results are shown. Different models can be selected and the corresponding results in graphical or text format will be simultaneously displayed.

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2.1.6

Selected models appear at the bottom of Results window, where one can choose which parameters are to be shown. Below the Dielectric and C, PF, Tan-Delta models are chosen to be used in Results and e¢ as a parameter is displayed in the graph.

Impedance models

The following impedance models and their parameters are available:

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2.1.7

2.1.7.1

2.2

Results Help Menu

Menu command Description

Contents Show content of all IDAX Help

Results Help Display help for Results only What's this? Pop-up help for unclear fields or menu

Help / Contents

IDAX Help contents displays available Help topic:

Topic Description

IDAX Overview of IDAX operating principle and functions

Results User Interface Preparation of measurements and presentation of results

Command and Variable Reference Reference of programming directives

IDAX Error Messages Error messages generated by IDAX and possible

countermeasures

Test Browser

Test Browser is located at the left hand side of the Results window and it works similarly to Microsoft Windows Explorer. The main purpose of the Test Browser is to facilitate:

navigation between already performed measurements, Object and Measurement

Templates organisation of new measurements on the existing or new objects

creation and editing Measurement and Object Templates

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Data Structure

Test Browser is arranged as a tree-like structure consisting of:

Objects

Measurement Sequences

Measurement Plans and data files

Objects

Each object is represented by an object template specified in a file Object.obj. This file contains the information about the object which is constant such as owner, manufacturer, serial number, etc. There are several pre-defined Object Templates for power transformers, bushings and cables. Depending on user's needs these files can also be modified as well as new templates can be created.

When creating new objects it is recommended to select Measurement Templates which can be associated to those objects.

Measurement Sequence

Measurement Sequence is created in order to make a measurement and therefore at least one Measurement Template must be associated with the Object.

Measurement structure

In order to perform a measurement a Measurement Sequence must be available or a new one must be created. New sequence is created by selecting desired object and press File / New / Measurement Sequence. This will result in:

· A dialog will appear where a test date and an optional name of Measurement Sequence

can be defined

· All Measurement Templates associated with the object will be copied to the folder of new

Measurement Sequence (inclusive the object information) as command or C-files (*.icf).

· In order to run a measurement, a command file from those under Measurement Sequence

is chosen and IDAX is started by pressing ON.

· When measurement is started, the command file is replaced by a data file containing both

information from the command file and measurement data. Finished measurement can be

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repeated by selecting data file and choosing File / Remake Measurement. This will create a new command file copy from data file, which is possible to start again. (The name of command file will remain the same as original data file with additional number at the end, for example xxxxx-2 or yyyy-3, where number indicates times the measurement has been repeated.

· When measurement is finished the next command file in given Measurement Sequence can

be selected and run until the entire Measurement Sequence is done. Unwanted command files can be deleted or simply left as they are.

2.2.2

Measurement Templates

Measurement Templates are templates which are recommended to use when performing various measurements on power and distribution transformers, bushings and cables. The form view of Measurement Template is pre-specified, however, can be modified to satisfy different requirements. For information about the commands in the IDAX C file see the Commands and Variable Reference in the program help file or included pdf manual.

In all Measurement Templates it is provided that user can choose to perform either:

1) frequency sweep down to a specified stop frequency, or

2) measurement only at power frequency (50 or 60 Hz). This last option is not available for XLPE

cable measurements and in limited extent in general measurement plans.

Two winding transformer

Available Measurement Templates are:

2W-CH - measurement of insulation between high voltage winding and ground

2W-CHL - measurement of insulation between high and low voltage windings

2W-CL - measurement of insulation between low voltage winding and ground

Three winding transformer

Available Measurement Templates are:

3W-CH - measurement of insulation between high voltage winding and ground

3W-CHL - measurement of insulation between high and low voltage windings

3W-CHT - measurement of insulation between high voltage and tertiary winding

3W-CLT - measurement of insulation between low voltage and tertiary winding

3W-CL - measurement of insulation between low voltage winding and ground

3W-CT - measurement of insulation between tertiary winding and ground

Autotransformer without tertiary winding

Available Measurement Templates are:

Autotransformer with tertiary winding

Available Measurement Templates are:

Bushings

Available Measurement Templates are (for each phase):

2WA-CH - measurement of insulation between high/low voltage winding and ground

3WA-CH - measurement of insulation between high/low voltage winding and ground 3WA-CHT - measurement of insulation between high/low voltage and tertiary windings 3WA-CT - measurement of insulation between tertiary winding and ground

C1, H1 - measurement of bushing H1* main insulation, C1 C1, H2 - measurement of bushing H2 main insulation, C1 C1, H3 - measurement of bushing H3 main insulation, C1 C2, H1 - measurement of bushing H1 insulation between test tap and ground sleeve, C2 C2, H2 - measurement of bushing H2 insulation between test tap and ground sleeve, C2 C2, H3 - measurement of bushing H3 insulation between test tap and ground sleeve, C2

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Message

Explanation

101

Filename missing

File name not specified file dialog. Specify a file name.

103

Not string

A string variable is expected.

104

Could not open file:

Wrong file name, file is missing or path is incorrect.

105

Could not open or create key

Problem accessing Windows Registry.

* H1, H2 and H3 are default labels for bushings of different phases.

PILC Cables

PILC Cable, A - measurement of insulation of phase A*

PILC Cable, B - measurement of insulation of phase B

PILC Cable, C - measurement of insulation of phase C

* A, B and C are default labels for different phases of the cable.

XLPE Cables

XLPE Cable, A - measurement of insulation of phase A*

XLPE Cable, B - measurement of insulation of phase B

XLPE Cable, C - measurement of insulation of phase C

* A, B and C are default labels for different phases of the cable.

General measurements

Available Measurement Templates are:

General (PF Data) - generic measurement plan for measuring only at power frequency (50/60

Hz) General (Sweep) - generic measurement plan for measuring of frequency sweep

General HV - generic measurement plan for measurements using IDA High Voltage Unit

2.2.3

Object Templates

Object Templates are templates which are recommended to use when creating new objects. Available pre-specified templates are:

!!Test Capacitor

!General Specimen

Autotransformer with Tertiary + Bushings

Autotransformer with Tertiary

Autotransformer without Tertiary + Bushings

Autotransformer with Tertiary

Bushings

PILC (Paper Insulated Lead Covered) Cable

Three Winding Transformer + Bushings

Three Winding Transformer

Two Winding Transformer + Bushings

Two Winding Transformer

XLPE Cable

The form view of Object Template is pre-specified, however, it can be modified to satisfy different requirements. For information about the commands in the IDAX C file see the Commands and Variable Reference in the program help file or included pdf manual.

IDAX Error Messages

System messages

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Message

Explanation

106

Key could not be deleted

Problem accessing Windows Registry.

107

Redeclaration of variable

A variable is declared two or more times in the C– file.

108

Error writing to file

The log file from a Calibration or a Self test could not be created.

109

Incorrect data type

The Data type specified does not exist.

112

Cannot start measurement

Displayed when IDAX is not properly set up in order to perform a measurement. Usually accompanied by a more detailed message.

113

Error reading Windows registry

Problem accessing Windows Registry.

Errors associated with C-file

Message

Explanation

201

Not a complex number

Variable is expected to be complex number in "X+Yi" format.

202

Illegal assignment

Wrong type has been assigned to variable.

203

Unknown directive

Incorrect command. Most likely a typing error.

204

No "Data type" specified

Type must be specified before data field. Example: $

Type = 'R'

205

No "Category" specified

Category must be specified before data field. Example $ Cat = 'C'

206

Incorrect "Category"

Wrong variable in category (Cat) has been used.

208

Error on line

Indicates the number of line in C-file, where error was detected.

209

"VoltageSource" incorrect

"VoltageSource" has to be of a defined type. Most likely a typing error.

210

Boolean is expected for check box ("CB")

Check boxes can have only Boolean values.

211

Not an integer

Parameter values must be of the same type as in the parameter declaration.

212

Not a real

Parameter values must be of the same type as in the parameter declaration.

213

Not a Boolean

Parameter values must be of the same type as in the parameter declaration.

214

Unknown "Data type"

"Data type" must be of a defined type. Most likely a typing error.

216

Wrong number of arguments

Too few or too many arguments in a variable.

217

Syntax error

Undefined error in the syntax. Usually accompanied by additional information.

218

To few radio buttons in group ("RB")

There must be at least two buttons in a radio group

219

Not a radio buttons item ("RB")

The function is assigned to a value that does not match any radio button. Most likely a typing error.

220

Not an array of integers

Parameter values have to be of the same type as in the parameter declaration.

221

Invalid bitmap "Image"

Image is not a *.bmp file or the file is corrupted.

222

Variable not declared

All new variables must be declared with a "New" function.

223

"AmplitudeScale" not assigned

"AmplitudeScale" must be assigned. See User's Manual for options.

224

"VoltageSource" not assigned

"VoltageSource" must be assigned. See User's Manual for options.

225

"FileType" not assigned

"FileType" must be assigned. See User's Manual for options.

226

"SpecVersion" not assigned

"SpecVersion" must be assigned. See User's Manual for options

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Message

Explanation

227

"DraftSpecVersion" not assigned

"DraftSpecVersion" must be assigned. See User's Manual for options.

228

"Configuration" not assigned

"Configuration" must be assigned if using a Termination Box with relays. See User's Manual for options.

229

Value not assigned

If cat 'P' is assigned, the field can not be left blank.

Message

Explanation

301

Wrong argument in "LinSweep" function

Wrong number/type of argument. See User's Manual Appendix A.6 for options

302

Wrong argument in "LogSweep" function

Wrong number/type of argument. See's Manual Appendix A.6 for options.

303

Settings could not be saved

User settings could not be saved.

306

No DSP device name

The name of the DSP instrument is not valid, contact a service supplier.

307

Could not open DSP

The DSP instrument did not connect properly.

308

No geometric capacitance

309

Error initializing DSP. DSP not present or inactive.

The DSP instrument did not connect properly.

311

Neither the file LastC.icf nor specified file could be found

The C-file is not found in the system. Probably problem with reading/writing to disc or Windows registry.

312

Unknown "C-File" command

The specified command does not exist. Most likely a typing error.

313

Wrong number of arguments

Too few or too many arguments in a command.

314

No "Amplitude"

"Amplitude" must be assigned. See User's Manual Appendix A.5 for options.

315

No "Frequency"

"Frequency" must be assigned. See User's Manual Appendix A.5 for options.

319

No measurement to comment

Comments are possible during a measurement or directly after the measurement.

320

No current measurement

No measurement which has been started.

321

DSP variables wrong

The DSP-variables (e.g. MinTime, MinCycles, etc.) are wrong.

322

DSP code not found

No or wrong DSP code found in the system.

323

Index does not exist in NT registry

Problems accessing Windows Registry.

324

Could not interpolate calibration data

Could not interpolate transfer functions.

325

No voltage source selected

A voltage source must be selected before measuring.

327

Could not get info from DSP

Problems with the connection to the DSP instrument.

329

"MeasurementPerPoints" must be greater than zero.

One measurement at each frequency must be performed.

330

DSP reset failed

Problems with the connection to the DSP instrument

331

"Else" without "if"

Syntax error in C-file.

332

"End" without "if"

Syntax error in C-file.

333

Only variables or constants are allowed

Only variables or constants are allowed in an if–else statement.

334

Types does not match

Wrong type of data (e.g. string assigned to an integer).

339

Error updating "D-File"

Measured data was not properly added to the D-file.

340

Invalid voltage

The desired voltage is out of the specified limits. Possible typing error in the C-file.

341

Invalid current

The applied settings results in a current that is too

Errors related to IDAX 206 system and measurement settings

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Message

Explanation

high.

342

Invalid frequency

The desired frequency is out of the specified limits. Possible typing error in the C-file.

343

Cable parameter not found:

The specified parameter was not found in the sample cable.

344

Cable parameters not found

No cable data was found.

345

"Temination box" parameter not found:

The specified parameter was not found in the "Termination Box".

346

"Termination box" parameters not found

No "Termination Box" data were found.

347

Output voltage is not within specified levels.

The applied voltage differs from the desired.

351

"InitMeasureZ" settings:

Not possible to perform InitMeasureZ measurement. This message is followed by one of 340-342.

352

No "Amplifier type" selected

High Voltage amplifier not selected.

356

Electrometer Overload

Overload in Electrometer instrument during a measurement.Measurement point is probably inaccurate. Message also written in point property.

357

Error reading backplane serial

Problem accessing instrument backplane.

358

Cannot find the Name option in file

Syntax error in Calibration or Self test files.

359

Cannot find the Connection option in file

Syntax error in Calibration or Selftest files.

360

Error in file ... at line ...

Syntax error in Calibration or Selftest files.

361

Overvoltage

An overvoltage occurred.

364

Measured capacitances don't match

Disagreement between values of capacitance measured for different configurations

365

Specimen capacitance below limit.

Measured capacitance below specified limit.

366

Specimen capacitance above limit.

Measured capacitance above specified limit.

367

Measured DC current>MaxDCCurrent

Measured DC current exceeds limits set by MaxDCCurrent variable.

368

Measured hum current>MaxHumCurrent

Measured interference (hum) current exceeds limits set by MaxHumCurrent variable.

Message

Explanation

400

No sweep

Error in D-file syntax.

401

No points in sweep

Error in D-file syntax.

403

Wrong model

Error in D-file syntax.

404

Wrong parameter

Error in D-file syntax.

405

Printer error:

Displays error from printer routines.

406

Illegal value for x-min

Illegal settings for axis values.

407

Illegal value for y-min

Illegal settings for axis values.

408

Error: y-max is less than y-min

Illegal settings for axis values.

409

Error: x-max is less than x-min

Illegal settings for axis values.

410

Error: Table not exported

The D-file table was not exported properly.

411

No information to show

The information dialog could not display the information.

412

Cannot read from A:\ (floppy)

Results cannot read from floppy disk. Possibly damaged floppy.

413

Cannot read from drive

Results cannot read from specified drive.

Errors associated with D-file

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3.2

(347) Output voltage is not within specified limits

Measured output voltage is outside specified limits.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Voltage electrode, Hi, is grounded:

check measurement set-up and disconnect ground

change measurement configuration if terminal of test object cannot be disconnected from

ground

2) Voltage electrode, Hi, is connected to measuring electrode, Lo or Ground:

check measurement set-up and disconnect measuring or guard electrodes from the voltage

electrode. Voltage electrode, Hi, must not be connected to either measuring or guard electrode

3) High stray capacitances to ground or high capacitance of the test object:

lower the highest frequency used in C-file (see also Measurement variables)

Lower the InitFrequency in the C-file (see also Measurement variables)

(361) Overvoltage

Measurement aborted due to overvoltage detected on measuring electrode, Lo. Potential difference between signal ground and real ground exceeds limiting value.

3.3

3.4

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Ground electrode is not connected to true ground:

connect Ground electrode to true station/substation ground

2) Transients caused by accidentally disconnected ground connection:

check ground connection

(364) Measured capacitances don't match

Values of capacitance measured for different configurations, the UST, GST-Guard and GST-Ground are in disagreement.

Possible reasons and countermeasures:

1) When performing UST measurement, measuring electrode, Lo, is connected together with Ground electrode or Lo is connected to ground:

check measurement set-up and make sure that measuring electrode, Lo, is connected to a

non-grounded terminal of the test object and that Ground electrode is connected to ground

(365) Specimen capacitance below limit

Measured capacitance below limit specified in C-file by MinSpecimenC.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Measured capacitance higher than 10 pF.

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Specimen size is very small which results in low value of capacitance:

change limit set by MinSpecimenC to an approximately 10% lower value than measured

capacitance select another measurement configuration if possible

2) Measured capacitance lower than 10 pF. Most likely no contact with specimen:

check connections with specimen for loose contacts

check measurement cables for damage

3.5

3.6

3.7

(366) Specimen capacitance above limit

Measured capacitance above limit specified in C-file by MaxSpecimenC.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

Large size of test object results in high values of capacitance:

change limit set by MaxSpecimenC to an approximately 10% higher value than measured

capacitance select another measurement configuration if possible

decrease in test voltage allows for measuring at higher frequencies

(367) Measured DC current > MaxDCCurrent

Measured DC current exceeds the limits set in C-file by MaxDCCurrent.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

Features of the test object as well as certain configurations can result in high values of DC current, use caution when analyzing the data.

increase the limit for DC current set by MaxDCCurrent

(368) Measured hum current > MaxHumCurrent

Measured interference or hum current exceeds the limits set in C-file by MaxHumCurrent.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Level of interferences is very high:

try to reduce the influence of interferences by placing measuring cables close to each other

and avoiding cable loops increase the limit for hum current set by MaxHumCurrent

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Index

- 3 -

347 70 361 70 365 70 366 71 367 71 368 71

- 5 -

50/60 Hz Data Tab 19

- A -

About 24 Autoscale 58 Axis

Autoscale 58 Grid 58 Label 59 Scale 59 Settings 58 Title 59 Unit 60

- C -

Calibration 25

Calibration Procedure 25 EM0 Calibration 25 Full Calibration 25

Capacitance

Geometrical 10 Conductivity 10 Configuration

Graph 56, 57

Information 56

Models 56, 61

Power Data 60

Power Frequency Data 56

Send to... 56

Table 56, 60 Current

Range 3

- D -

Diagram

Zoom In 49 Zoom Out 49, 51

Directives

Emmision 3 Immunity 3 LVD 3 Mechanics 3

Dissipation factor 10

- E -

Edit

Change Sweep Color 47, 49 Copy 47 Copy All 47, 48 Cut 47, 48 Mark Sweep 47, 48 Paste 47, 48 Read Only 47, 49 Select All 47, 48 Toggle Sweep 47, 48 Undo 47 Unmark Sweep 47, 49

Equivalent Circuit

Paralell 10

Series 10 Error Messages 66 Export 38

Data 38

IDA Zip File 38

Measurement Templates 41

Object Templates 42

Point or Comma 40

TXT format 38

With or without header 39

WMF format 38

- F -

File

Add Templates 31

Add/Remove Templates 27

Close Measurement 27, 32

Delete File/Folder 27, 46

Exit 27, 47

Export 27

Import 27

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File

Load D-file 27, 33 New 27 New Measurement Sequence 30 New Measurement Template 29 New Object 27 New Object Template 29 Open Measurement 27, 32 Print 27, 42 Remake Measurement 27, 32 Remove Templates 31 Rename File/Folder 27, 46 Report 27, 43 Save 27, 32 Save As... 27, 32 Send To... 27, 45

Frequency

Range 3

- G -

Getting Started

Data File 17 Performing Measurement 17

Graph 57

Axis 58 Background 60

Display Title 58 Graph Tab 19 Grid 58

Import 34

File to Structure 34 IDA Zip File 34 Measurement Templates 36 Object Templates 37

Instrument Panel

Front 7 Interface 7 Output 7

- L -

Label 59 Language

Change Language 23 Lin 59 Linear scale 59 Log 59 Logarithmic scale 59

- M -

MaxDCCurrent 71 MaxHumCurrent 71 MaxSpecimenC 71 Measurement Templates 65 Messages

Error messages 22

Message window 22 MinSpecimenC 70 Models 20, 61

- H -

Header 39 Help

Contents 63 Results Help 63 What's this? 63

- I -

IDAX-206 System and Accessories 5 IDAX-206 System Control

Comments 21 Message Window 21 Oscilloscope 21 Selftest 21

Impedance

Measurement 9 Models 10

Impedance Models 62

- N -

New 27

Measurement Sequence 30

Measurement Template 29

Object 27

Object Template 29

- O -

Object Templates 66 Oscilloscope

Chanell checkboxes 22

Grid 22

Horizontal control 22

Roll 22

Vertical control 22 Output voltage 70

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Overvoltage 70

- P -

Permittivity 10 Power factor 10 Precision 59 Prefix 59 Presenting Results

Getting Started 19 On screen 19

- R -

Report 43

List&Label Report 43 MSD Word Report 44

Results

Configuration Menu 56 Diagram Menu 49 Edit Menu 47 File Menu 27 Help 63 Menus and Commands 26 Test Browser 63 User Interface 25 View Menu 51

- V -

Version 24 View

10 kV Equivalents 55

50 Hz data 55

50/60 Hz Data 51

60 Hz data 55

Browse Measurement Templates 51

Browse Object Templates 51

Browse Object Tree 51

Browser 51

Graph 51, 54

Information 51

Show Measurement Templates 51, 56

Table 51, 55

Text View 51, 56 Voltage 3

Range 3

- S -

Safety 6 Scale 59 Scientific 59 Settings for Graph 58 Specifications 3

- T -

Table Tab 19 Temperature 3

Operating 3 Storage 3

Test Browser 63

Data Structure 64 Measurement Templates 65 Object Templates 66

- U -

Unit 60

Megger IDAX, IDAX-300 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IDAX

Overview

Specifications

IDAX-300 Specifications

System and Accessories

IDAX-300 System and Accessories

Safety Precautions

Instrument Panels

IDAX-300 Front Panel

Software Installation

Measurement Technique

How Impedance is Measured

Sample Modelling

Getting Started with IDAX

Measurement

Test Sequence for IDAX-300

Comparing 1-ch IDAX-206 and 2-ch IDAX-300

During Measurement

Presenting Results

Selecting Models

IDAX System Control

Oscilloscope

Message Window

Connect and Disconnect

Changing Language

Test Leads

About

Calibration

Calibration Procedure IDAX-300

Results User Interface

Results Menus and Commands

Results File Menu

File / New

2. From File menu select File / New / Measurement Template, enter a name, e.g. template.icf

2. From File menu select File / New / Object Template, enter a name for new template and

File / Add/Remove Templates

File / Open Measurement

File / Close Measurement

File / Remake Measurement

File / Save

File / Save As

File / Load D-file

File / Import

1. Choose File / Import / IDA Zip File to invoke regular Open dialog.

1. From menu File / Import / File to Structure invoke import dialog.

File / Export

File / Print

File / Report

File / Send to

File / Rename File/Folder

File / Delete File/Folder

File / Exit

Results Edit Menu

Edit / Undo

Edit / Copy

Edit / Copy All

Edit / Cut

Edit / Paste

Edit / Select All

Edit / Toggle Sweep

Edit / Mark Sweep

Edit / Unmark Sweep

Edit / Change Sweep Color

Edit / Read Only

Results Diagram Menu

Diagram / Zoom In

Diagram / Zoom Out

Results View Menu

View / Browser

View / Browse Object Tree

View / Browse Measurement Templates

View / Browse ObjectTemplates

View / Information

View / Graph

View / Table

View / 50/60 Hz Data