This symbol indicates the presence of dangerous voltage within and outside the product enclosure
that may constitute a risk of electric shock, serious injury or death to persons if proper precautions
are not followed.
Caution
This symbol alerts the user to the presence of hazards that may cause minor or moderate injury to
persons, damage to property or damage to the device itself, if proper precautions are not followed.
Consult this document whenever this symbol is used on the meter, to determine the nature of the
potential hazard and any actions which need to be taken.
Note
This symbol directs the user’s attention to important installation, operating and maintenance
instructions.
Installation Considerations
Installation and maintenance of the ION 8800 meter should only be performed by qualified, competent personnel
that have appropriate training and experience with high voltage and current devices. The meter must be installed in
accordance with all local and national electrical codes.
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection from electric shock, fire, etc.
provided by this equipment may be impaired.
DANGER
Failure to observe the following instructions may result in severe injury or death.
During normal operation of the ION 8800 meter, hazardous voltages are present on its connector pins,
and throughout the connected potential transformer (PT), current transformer (CT), direct connect without
PTs, digital (status) input, control power and external I/O circuits. PT and CT secondary circuits are capable
of generating lethal voltages and currents with their primary circuit energized. Follow standard safety precautions while performing any installation or service work (i.e. removing PT fuses, shorting CT
secondaries, etc).
Do not use digital output devices for primary protection functions. These include applications where the
devices perform energy limiting functions or provide protection of people from injury. Do not use the ION
8800
in situations where failure of the devices can cause injury or death, or cause sufficient energy to be
released that can start a fire. The meter can be used for secondary protection functions.
The ION 8800 meter’s chassis ground must be properly connected to a good earth ground for safety, and
for the noise and surge protection circuitry to function correctly. Failure to do so will void the warranty, and
create a risk of electric shock, injury or death.
When installing the meter, all voltage paths (measurement voltage and all auxiliary circuits such as the
power supply and the tariff control voltage) must be fused according to applicable local safety standards.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions, or permanent damage to the meter may occur.
The ION 8800 meter offers a range of hardware options that affect input ratings. The ION 8800 meter’s
serial number label lists all equipped options. Applying current levels incompatible with the current inputs
will permanently damage the meter. This document provides installation instructions applicable to each
hardware option.
Do not HIPOT/Dielectric test the digital (status) inputs, digital outputs, power supply terminals or commu-
nications terminals. Refer to the label on the ION 8800 meter for the maximum voltage level the device
can withstand.
Replacing the meter battery with the wrong type or voltage rating could result in damage to the meter. Use
only a lithium LiSOCl2 battery with a rated voltage of 3.6 V, and the same construction as the original
battery,as a replacement.
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Network Compatibility Notice for the Internal Modem
The internal modem in meters equipped with this option is compatible with the telephone systems of most countries
in the world. Use in some countries may require modification of the internal modem’s initialization strings. If problems
using the modem on your phone system occur, please contact Schneider Electric Technical Support.
Standards Compliance
Made by Power Measurement Ltd.
PowerLogic, ION, ION Enterprise, MeterM@il and Modbus are either trademarks or registered trademarks of
Schneider Electric.
Feature Set C + EN50160 and IEC 61000-4-30 Class A compliant power
quality monitoring
Feature Set B + power quality analysis (waveforms and transient capture
with 1024 samples/cycle resolution)
Logging and
Recording
5 MB memory
10 MB memory
I/O Options
Ordering
Code
A
B
C
D
E
Before You Begin
Before installing the meter, familiarize yourself with the steps in this guide and
read the safety precautions presented on the “Installation Considerations”
page.
Current
Inputs
Low Current
(In=1A, 2A)
High Current
(In=5A)
8 digital Form A solid-state outputs
1 Form C mechanical relay
4 Form C solid-state outputs
8 digital Form A solid-state outputs
1 Form C mechanical relay
4 Form C solid-state outputs
8 digital Form A solid-state outputs
1 Form C mechanical relay
4 Form C solid-state outputs
1 Form C mechanical relay
4 Form C solid-state outputs
IRIG-B
1 Form C mechanical relay
4 Form C solid-state outputs
IRIG-B
Voltage, current, power supply, I/O and communication connections are
made via the Essailec connector on the rear of the meter. Meters can be
ordered with multiple connector configurations.
Order Options B/C Circuit & Pinout Diagrams
This pinout drawing details the various pins
on the meter side of the connector. The
table below maps the pins to their
corresponding inputs and outputs in the
meter.
This pinout drawing details the various pins
on the meter side of the connector. The
table below maps the pins to their
corresponding inputs and outputs in the
meter.
Order Options A/B/C Essailec Connector Arrangement
Meter PortEssailec Connector PinDescription
I11A01standard
I12A1standard
I21A02standard
I22A2standard
I31A03standard
I32A3standard
I41A04optional
I42A4optional
UrefB0standard
U1B1standard
U2B2standard
U3B3standard
DO7 & DO8 KB4standard; Common
DO5 & DO6 KB5standard; Common
DO5B6standard; NO
DO6B7standard; NO
DO7B8standard; NO
DO8B9standard; NO
DO1 & DO2 KC0standard; Common
DO1C1standard; NO
DO1C2standard; NC
DO2C3standard; NO
DO2C4standard; NC
DO3 & DO4 KC5 standard; Common
DO3C6standard; NO
DO3C7standard; NC
DO4C8standard; NO
DO4C9standard; NC
-D0 Unused
-D1 Unused
-D2 Unused
-D3 Unused
DO11 & DO12 KD4standard; Common
DO9 & DO10 KD5standard; Common
DO9D6standard; NO
DO10D7standard; NO
DO11D8standard; NO
DO12D9standard; NO
Alarm KE0standard; Common
AlarmE1standard; NO
AlarmE2standard; NC
DI-SCOM (or RS-485
This pinout drawing details the various pins
on the meter side of the connector. The
table below maps the pins to their
corresponding inputs and outputs in the
meter.
The meter’s battery life expectancy depends on both temperature and the
amount of time the meter is without power. For typical installations, the
battery should last 10 years minimum at 25ºC meter ambient operating
temperature. The battery is field replaceable (see “Replacing the Battery” on
page 31).
Mounting LocationIndoor use
Metrological-10 to +45ºC (14 to +113ºF)
Operating Range
-25 to +55ºC (-13 to +131ºF)
No formation of ice
Max. Altitude2000 metres (6562 feet) above sea level
Display Operating Range -10 to +60ºC (14 to +140ºF)
Storage Range-25 to +70ºC (-13 to +158ºF)
Relative Humidity Range5 to 95% non-condensing
Enclosure RatingIP51 (IEC60529)
Installation
DANGER
Do not power up the meter until the ground terminal is connected -- risk of
electric shock.
Meter Ground
Te rm i na l
1.Connect the ground terminal on the rear of the meter to a good earth
ground on the rack, using a 3.3 mm
2
(12 AWG) wire. Ensure that the
terminal nut is tightened down securely onto the ground wire. The wire
must be a minimum of 30 cm long (11.8”) to allow racking and
unracking.
2.Slide the meter into the DIN standard 43862 rack (half-width 19 inch/
482.6 mm rack with plug-in Essailec connector).
465 mm (18.31”)
37.9 mm
(1.49”)
451 mm (17.76”)
7 mm
(0.28”)
Cut-out for 482.6 mm (19”)
133 mm
(5.24”)
57.1 mm
(2.25”)
Chassis
M6
3.Ensure the rear connector fits tightly.
4.Tighten the 2 slot-head screws (M3 thread) into the front of the meter rack,
to hold the meter firmly in place.
Contactscommon, NO, NC
Max. Switching Voltage 250 VAC/125 VDC (internally limited to 300 V peak)
Max. Switching Current 1 A AC/0.1 A DC
Operate Time (max.)8 ms
Release Time (max.)4 ms
Isolation to Ground2,000 VAC for 60 s (50 Hz)
RatingInstallation category II (local), Pollution degree 2
Minimum Operations5,000,000
Form C Digital Output: Solid State Relay Outputs DO1 - DO4
ExcitationExternal only
Contactscommon, NO, NC
Max. Switching Voltage 250 VDC/ 210 VAC (internally limited to 350 V peak)
Max. Switching Current 100 mA AC/DC
Isolation to Ground2,000 VAC for 60 s (50 Hz)
RatingInstallation category II (local), Pollution degree 2
Form A Digital Outputs: Solid State Relay Outputs DO5 - DO12
ExcitationExternal only
Max. Switching Voltage 250 VDC/ 210 VAC (internally limited to 350 V peak)
Max. Switching Current 100 mA AC/DC
Isolation to Ground2,000 VAC for 60 sec. (50 Hz)
RatingInstallation category II (local), Pollution degree 2
Digital Inputs: Solid State DI1 - DI3
ExcitationExternal only
Minimum Pulse Width1 ms
Maximum Pulse Rate20 Hz
Timing Resolution1 ms
Updated½ cycle (does not affect timing resolution)
Isolation to Ground and to
Contacts
RatingInstallation category II (local), Pollution degree 2
Hi-Voltage Range75 - 280 VDC or VAC (RMS)
Lo-Voltage Range15 - 75 VDC or VAC (RMS)
Hi-Voltage Input Impedance100 kΩ
Lo-Voltage Input Impedance20 kΩ
CAUTION
Field Hi-Pot testing to the above isolation levels is not recommended -- risk
of meter damage.
InputsU1, U2, U3, Uref
Accuracy and Rating
Range
Fault Capture1200 V peak (L-N)
Overload1500 VAC RMS continuous
Dielectric Withstand3320 VAC RMS at 50 Hz for 60 s
Input Impedance5 MΩ/phase (phase - Vref)
RatingMeasurement category IV
Current Inputs: High Current Option
Accuracy Range0.05 - 10 A autoranging
Rated Nominal5 A
Starting Current0.001 A RMS
Max. Current10 A
Fault Capture14 A peak
Max. Voltage288 V RMS (Cat IV IEC 61010-1)
Overload200 A RMS for 0.5 s, non-recurring
Dielectric Withstand3320 VAC RMS at 50 Hz for 60 s
Burden0.25 VA per phase (at 5 A)
Impedance10 mΩ per phase
RatingMeasurement category IV
Current Inputs: Low Current Option
Accuracy Range0.01 - 6 A autoranging
Rated Nominal1 A and 2 A
Starting Current0.001 A RMS
Max Current10 A
Fault Capture14 A peak
Max. Voltage288 V RMS (Cat IV IEC 61010-1)
Overload200 A RMS for 0.5 s, non-recurring
Dielectric Withstand3320 VAC RMS at 50 Hz for 60 s
Burden0.01 VA per phase (at 1 A)
Impedance10 mΩ per phase
RatingMeasurement category IV
57 - 288 L-N VAC RMS
99 - 500 L-L VAC RMS
NOTE
The appropriate Volts Mode setting is included with each wiring diagram.
Refer to Step 7 to learn how to configure Volts Mode on the meter.
CT & PT Selection
Consult your local instrument transformer expert, either at the local utility or
through a vendor or supplier, to obtain CT and PT selection standards for
high accuracy revenue metering applications in your regions.
Use PTs for voltages over 288 V L-N / 500 V L-L.
Wye (Star) wiring for PT primaries and secondaries.
VOLTS MODE = 4W-Wye
4-Wire Wye, 2½-Element, 2 PTs Connection
LINE
LOAD
LOAD
Phase 2 voltage (U2) displayed by meter is derived from phase 1 and
phase 3, not measured. U2 will display a value even if no voltage is
present on Phase 2. U2 values are only accurate for balanced loads.
VOLTS MODE = 3W-Wye
3-Wire Solid-Grounded Wye, 3-Element, Direct Connection
LINE
When the common or star point of a 3-wire Wye system is grounded,
the meter may be connected directly without using PTs, provided that the
phase voltages are within the meter’s range.
VOLTS MODE = 4W-Wye
LOAD
3-Wire Delta, 2½-Element, Direct Connection
LINE
LOAD
500 V L-L max.
VOLTS MODE = Delta
3-Wire Delta, 2-Element 2 PTs & 2 CTs
LINE
Use PTs for voltages over 500 V L-L.
VOLTS MODE = Delta
up to 288 V L-N or 500 V L-Lno
over 288 V L-N or 500 V L-Lyes
up to 500 V L-Lno
over 500 V L-Lyes
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Step 4: Wire the Communications
ION8800 meters are equipped with one standard optical port. Other
communications ports are available as options.
The Communications module cover plate (found on the back of the meter)
should never be removed unless a communications module is installed in its
place.
Infrared Connections (COM1)
Connect an optical probe cable (not included) to communicate between the
meter optical port and a PC serial port.
InterfaceIEC 1107 optical port
LocationFront of meter
Data Rate1,200 – 19,200 bps
IsolationOptical
DuplexHalf
RS-485 Connections (COM2 and COM3)
Ports Av ai lable
ConnectorsCaptured-wire (+, –, Common*, Shield)
WireShielded 2 or 3-conductor RS-485 cable
Maximum Cable Length1219 m (4,000 ft) total for entire bus
Data Rate300 – 57,600 bps
Maximum Devices (per bus)32
IsolationOptical
DuplexHalf
* Use optional Common wire for improved communications performance.
COM2: optional module or Essailec
COM3: optional module only
RS-232 Connections (COM3 optional module)
DB9 Null Modem
DTE
Wiring Diagram
(meter)
51
96
(computer)
SpecificationMeter Connected to Computer
Connector TypeDB9 female end for mating with male connector on the meter
WireNull modem RS-232 cableStraight-through RS-232 cable
Maximum Cable Length15.2 m (50 ft)
Data Rate300 – 115,200 bps
IsolationOptical
DuplexFull
ION8800 meter power supply connections are found on the Essailec
connector.
Single Phase Power Supply
Fuse for N/terminal required if
neutral is
ungrounded.
Rated Inputs
RatingInstallation category II (local), Pollution degree 2
Dielectric Withstand 2,000 VAC RMS for 60s (50Hz)
Max. Burden9 W (20 VA) for base unit without comm module
Ride-through
85 - 240 VAC ±10%
110 - 270 VDC ±10%
Min: 120 ms (6 cycles @ 50 Hz)
Typical: 0.5 - 5 s (depending on input voltage and
configuration)
(47 - 63 Hz)
Step 6: Power Up the Meter
DANGER
Before you apply power to the meter, ensure that ground is securely
connected and that the supply voltage is within the allowed range of the
meter’s power supply.
Step 7: Set Up the Meter Using the Front Panel
The following Setup screens are available for meter configuration via the
front panel:
The following table lists all settings that can be configured using the ALT
CONFIG menu (not available when meter cover is sealed).
SettingDescriptionRange (Values)Default
IR ConfigAllows meter configuration via the front optical port Disabled or EnabledEnabled
When meter is locked, most meter configuration is
Meter Lock
Clear AlarmsSends a pulse to clear alarms when pushed--
1
prevented, as are meter resets
1
After a meter is unlocked, it automatically relocks if you do not perform any
Locked or Unlocked
Locked
configuration for 30 minutes. This function is not available on nonhardware lockable meters.
2
Default = ‘Locked’ on meters ordered with Hardware Lock option.
Default = ‘Unlocked’ on all other meters (setting is non-functioning).
Step 8: Verify Meter Operation
Three LEDs on the left-hand side of the Front Panel indicate the following:
Alarm (red) Top LED is user programmable; by default, it flashes to indicate
serious meter faults. Contact Technical Support if this occurs.
Indicator (green) Middle LED is user programmable.
Power (green) Bottom LED indicates the meter is powered. The light should
always remain on when the meter is in service.
Phasor Diagrams
You can also view the meter’s phasor diagram in real time. Use the Phasor
Viewer available in ION Setup v2.1 and later (free to download from the
website) to verify your meter’s wiring. See the ION Setup online help for
details.
2
NOTE
The following DELTA phasor diagrams are represented in system mode.
DELTA phasors for UNITY Power Factor (resistive load)
Use the Up and Down buttons to scroll through NORM mode display screens.
NORM ScreenContents
kWhkWh delivered/received
kvarhkvarh delivered/received
kVAhkVAh delivered/received
Peak Demand DeliveredMaximum delivered kW value (timestamped)
Peak Demand ReceivedMaximum received kW value (timestamped)
Peak Demand ResetNumber of Demand Resets (timestamped)
Q MeteringApproximated varh measurements
Disk SimulatorSimulates mechanical watt-hour meter disk
All SegmentsBlack screen to indicate functioning display
ALT mode
Press the Alt/Enter button once for ALT display modes. Press the Up or Down
buttons to scroll through displays.
ALT ScreenContents
Name Plate 1
Name Plate 2Sliding window settings
Event LogMost recent high priority (255) events
Vector Diagram
Instantaneous VoltageAverage voltage, L-N or L-L
Instantaneous CurrentPhase current, average current
Instantaneous Power
Instantaneous DemandkW delivered/received
Voltage Harmonics (3 screens) Per-phase voltage harmonic histograms
Current Harmonics (3 screens) Per-phase current harmonic histograms
AvailabilityNumber of nines measurement
Instantaneous DemandkW delivered/received
Owner, firmware version, TAG 1 & 2,
meter serial number
TOU Energy by RatekWh delivered values for each TOU rate
kW Peak DemandMaximum kW delivered for each TOU rate
Previous Billing EnergykWh delivered in PB
Prev Billing Peak DemandMaximum kW delivered in PB
Previous Season EnergykWh delivered for each TOU rate in PB
Prev Season Peak DemandMax kW delivered for each TOU rate in PB
Prev Billing/Season Energy
Prev Bill/Season Pk Dem
kWh delivered/received in PB & billing
season
Max kW sd received from PB & billing
season
Prev Billing/Season Energykvarh del/rec in PB & billing season
Prev Bill/Season Pk Demandkvar del/rec in PB & billing season
Prev Billing/Season EnergykVAh del/rec from PB & billing season
Pre Bill/Season Pk DemandkVA del/rec in PB & billing season
Active TOU RateActive TOU billing rate
Active TOU SeasonActive TOU billing season
FlickerFlicker measurements from U1, U2 & U3
FrequencyFrequency information
The battery in the ION8800 meter keeps the real time clock running when
supply power is lost. Replace the battery if the meter has been stored for an
extended period of time without power (longer than two years). If the meter
will be without power for an extended length of time, disconnect the battery
cable so that the battery maintains its 10-year shelf life.
Battery Specifications
Ty pe
Nominal Capacity1.0 Ah
Rated Voltage3.6 V
ConnectorGold-plated
The battery can be changed when the meter is either powered or
unpowered.
Lithium LiSOCl
NOTE
Replacing the battery on an unpowered meter resets the internal clock and
may affect revenue parameters.
To replace the battery
1.To prevent electrostatic damage to the unit, make sure you are
grounded or wear an anti-static wrist strap during this procedure.
2.Open the front cover of the meter.
3.Remove the Phillips screw that holds the battery cover in place and
remove the battery cover.
4.Remove the battery from the housing and disconnect the battery
connector from the meter.
Battery Dimensions
2
Gold-plated
Connector
Battery
Connector
Battery Cover
Battery
5.Connect the new battery’s wire to the meter. and place the battery in the
housing.
6.Replace the battery cover and the Phillips screw.
Security features depend on the meter ordering options. See below.
All ION8800 meters
Standard security includes traditional anti-tamper mechanical sealing points
on the meter case and cover.
ION8800 meters with Hardware Locked Security Option
Standard security plus a hardware-locked security system that prevents
modification of revenue quantities after the meter is sealed.
Hardware Locked Security Option
To make configuration changes to billing parameters on a hardware-locked
meter, you must first unlock the meter. The Meter Lock setting is located in the
ALT Config menu, which is reached by pressing the ALT Config button under
the anti-tamper sealed cover (see “ALT Config Button” on page 7). This
button cannot be activated remotely with a Hardware Lock meter.
Typical values that are protected include:
kWh, kvarh, kVAh delivered, received, del-rec, del+rec.
kW, kvar, kVA and Sliding Window demand min and max values.
Digital Outputs controlling the energy pulsing applications.
All Power system settings, including PT and CT ratios.
For a complete list of locked values specific to your meter and its firmware,
contact Technical Support.
Anti-Tamper Sealing Methods
The ION8800 meter uses the following anti-tamper sealing methods.
The meter incorporates sealing bars and chassis screws with through-holes,
through which traditional lead/wire seals can be inserted. When utilized,
these lead/wire seals effectively prevent unauthorized personnel from
gaining access to meter internals or to buttons under the cover.
These seals are installed as follows:
1.Insert the sealing wire through both the screw hole and sealing bar.
Sealing Bar
Screw with
Through-hole
Sealing Wire
Lead Sealing Tab
2.Twist the wire and crimp the lead-sealing tab on to the wire.
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