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Grid Solutions
Instruction Manual
Software Revision: 2.35
Manual P/N: 1601-0118-AG
Manual Order Code: GEK-106435Q
*1601-0118-AG*
© 2017 GE Multilin Incorporated. All rights reserved.
GE Multilin PQM II Power Quality Meter instruction manual for revision 2.35.
PQM II Power Quality Meter, is a registered trademark of GE Multilin Inc.
The contents of this manual are the property of Multilin Inc. This documentation is
furnished on license and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the permission
of GE Grid Solutions. This manual is for informational use only and is subject to change
without notice.
Part numbers contained in this manual are subject to change without notice, and should
therefore be verified by GE Grid Solutions before ordering.
GE Grid Solutions
650 Markland Street
Markham, Ontario
Canada L6C 0M1
B: INDEX
Overview
Feature Highlights
• Monitoring: A, V, VA, W, var, kWh, kvarh, kVAh, PF, Hz
• Demand metering: W, var, A, VA
• Setpoints for alarm or control from most measured values, including: unbalance,
frequency, power factor, voltage, and current
• four (4) output relays / four (4) switch inputs for flexible control configuration
• four (4) isolated analog outputs replace transducers for PLC interface
• one 4 to 20 mA analog input
• Modbus communications
• Three COM ports (two rear RS485 ports and one front RS232 port) for access by
process, electrical, maintenance, and instrument personnel
• Harmonic analysis for power quality review and problem correction
• 40-character display and keypad for local programming
• No-charge EnerVista PQM Setup Software
• Simulation mode for testing and training
• Compact design for panel mount
• AC/DC control power
Three-phase
3/4-wire bus
0 to 600 V direct
> 600V CT/VTs CTs VTs
Control PQMII
power –
(AC/DC)
Four switch
inputs for
control
Main
COM 1
SCADA
Four (4)
output Alarm
Instrumentation control
Electrical COM 2 relays
Maintenance
1
4 to 20 mA
RS232 Four (4) PLC
2
PORT transducer 3
or
outputs 4 RTU
PC running
EnerVista PQMII Setup 746701A1.CDR
Standard Features
Metering
True RMS monitoring of Ia, Ib, Ic, In, Van, Vbn, Vcn, Vab, Vbc, Vca, voltage/current
unbalance, power factor, line frequency, watts, vars, VA, Wh, varh, VAh, and demand
readings for A, W, vars, and VA. Maximum and minimum values of measured quantities are
recorded and are date and time stamped.
A 40-character liquid crystal display is used for programming setpoints and monitoring
values and status.
Alarms
Alarm conditions can be set up for all measured quantities. These include overcurrent,
undercurrent, neutral current, current unbalance, voltage unbalance, phase reversal,
overfrequency, underfrequency, power factor, switch inputs, etc. The alarm messages are
displayed in a simple and easy to understand English format.
Communications
The PQM II is equipped with one standard RS485 port utilizing the Modbus or DNP
protocols. This can be used to integrate process, instrumentation, and electrical
requirements in a plant automation system by connecting several PQM II meters together
to a DCS or SCADA system. A PC running the EnerVista PQM Setup Software can change
system setpoints and monitor values, status, and alarms. Continuous monitoring
minimizes process downtime by immediately identifying potential problems due to faults
or changes from growth.
The PQM II also includes a front RS232 port which can be used for the following tasks:
• data monitoring
• problem diagnosis
• viewing event records
• trending
• printing settings and/or actual values
• loading new firmware into the PQM II
Future Expansion
Flash memory is used to store firmware within the PQM II. This allows future product
upgrades to be loaded via the serial port.
Open Architecture
PQM II units can initially be used as standalone meters. Their open architecture allows
connection to other Modbus compatible devices on the same communication link. These
can be integrated in a complete plant-wide system for overall process monitoring and
control.
Optional Features
Transducer Input/Outputs
Four isolated 4 to 20 mA (or 0 to 1 mA depending on the installed option) analog outputs
are provided that can replace up to eight transducers. The outputs can be assigned to any
measured parameters for direct interface to a PLC.
One 4 to 20 mA analog input is provided to accept a transducer output for displaying
information such as temperature or water level.
An additional rear RS485 communication port is provided for simultaneous monitoring by
process, instrument, electrical, or maintenance personnel.
Control Option
An additional three dry-contact form “C” output relays and four dry-contact switch inputs
are provided. These additional relays can be combined with setpoints and inputs/outputs
for control applications. Possibilities include:
• undercurrent alarm warnings for pump protection
• overvoltage/undervoltage for generators
• unbalance alarm warnings to protect rotating machines
• dual level power factor for capacitor bank switching
• underfrequency/demand output for load shedding resulting in power cost saving
• kWh, kvarh and kVAh pulse output for PLC interface
• Pulse input for totalizing quantities such as kWh, kvarh, kVAh, etc.
Voltage and current waveforms can be captured and displayed on a PC with the EnerVista
PQM Setup Software or EnerVista Viewpoint. Distorted peaks or notches from SCR
switching provide clues for taking corrective action.
Alarms, triggers, and input/output events can be stored in a 150-event record and time/
date stamped by the internal clock. This is useful for diagnosing problems and system
activity. The event record is available through serial communication. Minimum and
maximum values are also continuously updated and time/date stamped.
Routine event logs of all measured quantities can be created, saved to a file, and/or
printed.
For additional information on waveform sampling and analysis features, see Power
Analysis on page 4–14.
The power analysis option also provides a Trace Memory feature. This feature can be used
to record specified parameters based on the user defined triggers.
Order Codes
Order Code Table
The order code for all options is: PQM II-T20-C-A
* The voltage disturbance recorder is only available with the 25 MHz processor.
Modifications
Consult the factory for any additional modification costs):
• MOD 501: 20 to 60 V DC / 20 to 48 V AC Control Power
• MOD 504: Removable Terminal Blocks
• MOD 506: 4-Step Capacitor Bank Switching (Available with Option "C" only)
• MOD 525: Harsh Environments Conformal Coating.
Accessories
Consult the factory for any additional accessory costs:
• EnerVista PQM Setup Software (included with the PQM II; also available at http://
www.enerVista.com)
• RS232 to RS485 converter (required to connect a PC to the PQM II RS485 ports)
• GE MultiNET RS485 serial-to-Ethernet converter (required for connection to an
Ethernet network)
• RS485 terminating network, the SCI Terminator Assembly, Part #1810-0106, is
recommended.
Control Power
• 90 to 300 V DC / 70 to 265 V AC standard
• 20 to 60 V DC / 20 to 48 V AC (MOD 501)
Specifications
Inputs/Outputs
CURRENT INPUTS
Conversion: .................................................. true RMS, 64 samples/cycle
CT Input:......................................................... 1 A and 5 A secondary
Burden:........................................................... 0.2 VA
Overload:....................................................... 20 × CT for 1 sec.
100 × CT for 0.2 sec.
Range:............................................................. 1 to 150% of CT primary
Full Scale: ...................................................... 150% of CT primary
Frequency: ................................................... up to 32nd harmonic
Accuracy:...................................................... ±0.2% of full scale at <1.20 x CT
VOLTAGE INPUTS
Conversion: .................................................. true RMS, 64 samples/cycle
VT pri./sec.: ................................................... 120 to 72000 : 69 to 240, or Direct
VT Ratio:......................................................... 1:1 to 3500:1
Burden: ...........................................................2.2 MΩ
Input Range:.................................................40 to 600 V AC
Full scale:
for VT input ≤150 V AC: ......................150 V AC
for VT input >150 V AC: ......................600 V AC
Frequency: ....................................................up to 32nd harmonic
Accuracy:.......................................................±0.2% of full scale
SWITCH INPUTS
Type: ................................................................dry contacts
Resistance:....................................................1000 Ω max ON resistance
Output:............................................................24 V DC at 2 mA (pulsed)
Duration: ........................................................100 ms minimum
ANALOG OUTPUT (0–1 MA)
Max. load: ......................................................2400 Ω
Max. output: .................................................1.1 mA
Accuracy:.......................................................±1% of full-scale reading
Isolation:.........................................................±36 V DC isolated, active source
ANALOG OUTPUT (4–20 MA)
Max. load: ......................................................600 Ω
Max. output: .................................................21 mA
Accuracy:.......................................................±1% of full-scale reading
Isolation:.........................................................±36 V DC isolated, active source
PULSE OUTPUT
Parameters:..................................................+kWh, –kWh, +kvarh, –kvarh, kVAh
Interval:...........................................................1 to 65000 in steps of 1
Pulse width: ..................................................100 to 2000 ms in steps of 10
Minimum pulse interval: ........................500 ms
Accuracy:.......................................................±10 ms
PULSE INPUT
Max. inputs:...................................................4
Min. pulse width: .......................................150 ms
Min. off time:.................................................200 ms
Sampling Modes
METERED VALUES
Samples per cycle: ...................................64
Inputs sampled at a time: .....................all
Duration: ........................................................2 cycles
TRACE MEMORY
Samples per cycle: .................................. 16
Inputs sampled at a time: .................... all
Duration:........................................................ continuous
HARMONIC SPECTRUM
Samples per cycle: 256
Inputs sampled at a time: 1
Duration:........................................................ 1 cycle
VOLTAGE DISTURBANCE RECORDER
Samples per half-cycle: ........................ 8
Inputs sampled: ........................................ all measured voltages
Duration: ...................................................... 0.5 cycles to 1 minute
Output Relays
MAKE/CARRY
Continuous:.................................................. 5 A
0.1 second: ................................................... 30 A
BREAK
Resistive:........................................................ 5 A at 30 V DC, 125/250 V AC
0.5 A at 125 V DC
0.3 A at 250 V DC
Inductive (L/R = 7 ms): ............................. 5 A at 30 V DC, 125/250 V AC
0.25 A at 125 V DC
0.15 A at 250 V DC
Metering
MEASURED VALUES ACCURACY (SPECIFIED FOR 0 TO 40°C)
Voltage: .......................................................... ±0.2% of full-scale
Current: .......................................................... ±0.2% of full-scale
Voltage unbalance: ................................. ±1% of full-scale
Current unbalance: ................................. ±1% of full-scale
kW: ................................................................... ±0.4% of full scale
kvar: ................................................................ ±0.4% of full scale
kVA: ................................................................. ±0.4% of full scale
kWh: ............................................................... ±0.4% of full scale
kvarh: ............................................................. ±0.4% of full scale
kVAh: .............................................................. ±0.4% of full scale
Power factor:............................................... ±1% of full-scale
Frequency: ................................................... ±0.02 Hz
kW demand: ................................................ ±0.4% of full-scale
kvar demand: .............................................. ±0.4% of full-scale
kVA demand: ............................................... ±0.4% of full-scale
Current demand: ...................................... ±0.4% of full-scale
Current THD: ................................................ ±2.0% of full-scale
Voltage THD:................................................ ±2.0% of full-scale
Crest factor: ................................................. ±0.4% of full-scale
MEASURED VALUES RANGE
Voltage: .......................................................... 20 to 100% of VT
Current: .......................................................... 1 to 150% of CT
Monitoring
UNDERVOLTAGE MONITORING
Req’d voltage: .............................................>20 V applied in all phases
Pickup:.............................................................0.50 to 0.99 × VT in steps of 0.01
Dropout: .........................................................103% of pickup
Time delay: ...................................................0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
Phases:............................................................Any 1 / Any 2 / All 3 (programmable) have to be ≤
pickup to operate
Accuracy:.......................................................per voltage input
Timing accuracy: ......................................–0 / +1 sec.
OVERVOLTAGE MONITORING
Pickup:.............................................................1.01 to 1.25 × VT in steps of 0.01
Dropout: .........................................................97% of pickup
Time delay: ...................................................0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
Phases:............................................................Any 1 / Any 2 / All 3 (programmable) must be ≥ pickup
to operate
Accuracy:.......................................................Per voltage input
Timing accuracy: ......................................–0 / +1 sec.
UNDERFREQUENCY MONITORING
Req’d voltage: .............................................>30 V applied in phase A
Pickup:.............................................................20.00 to 70.00 Hz in steps of 0.01
Dropout: .........................................................Pickup + 0.03 Hz
Time delay: ...................................................0.1 to 10.0 s in steps of 0.1
Accuracy:.......................................................0.02 Hz
Timing accuracy: ±100 ms
OVERFREQUENCY MONITORING
Req’d voltage: .............................................>30 V applied in phase A
Pickup:.............................................................20.00 to 70.00 Hz in steps of 0.01
Dropout: .........................................................Pickup – 0.03 Hz
Time delay: ...................................................0.0 to 10.0 s in steps of 0.1
Accuracy:.......................................................0.02 Hz
Timing accuracy: ±100 ms
System
COMMUNICATIONS
COM1/2:......................................................... RS485 2-wire, half duplex, isolated
COM3: ............................................................. RS232 9-pin
Baud rate: ..................................................... 1200 to 19200
Protocols: ...................................................... Modbus® RTU; DNP 3.0
Functions: ..................................................... Read/write setpoints, read actual values, execute
commands, read device status
loopback test
CLOCK
Accuracy:...................................................... ±1 min. / 30 days at 25±5°C
Resolution:.................................................... 1 sec.
CONTROL POWER
Input: ............................................................... 90 to 300 V DC or 70 to 265 V AC at 50/60 Hz
Power:............................................................. nominal 10 VA, max. 20 VA
Holdup:........................................................... 100 ms typical (at 120 V AC / 125 V DC)
It is recommended that the PQM II be powered up at least once per year to avoid
deterioration of the electrolytic capacitors in the power supply.
WAR
FUSE TYPE/RATING
5 × 20mm, 2.5 A, 250V
Slow blow, High breaking capacity
Pollution Degree: II
Overvoltage Category: II
APPROVALS
UL508
C22.2.No 14
ENVIRONMENTAL
Ambient temperatures:
PRODUCTION TESTS
Dielectric Strength: ........................................2200 VAC for 1 second (as per UL & CE)
Physical
PACKAGING
Shipping box: .............................................. 8½” × 6” × 6” (L × H × D)
21.5cm × 15.2cm × 15.2 cm
Installation
Physical Configuration
Mounting
Physical dimensions and required cutout dimensions for the PQM II are shown below. Once
the cutout and mounting holes are made in the panel, use the eight #6 self-tapping screws
provided to secure the PQM II. Mount the unit on a panel or switchgear door to allow
operator access to the keypad and indicators.
Product Identification
Product attributes vary according to the configuration and options selected on the
customer order. Before applying power to the PQM II, examine the label on the back and
ensure the correct options are installed.
The following section explains the information included on the label shown below:
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
FIGURE 2–2: Product Label
• Model No: Shows the PQM II configuration. The model number for a basic panel
mount PQM II is “PQMII”. T20, C, and A appear in the model number only if the
Transducer, Control, or Power Analysis options are installed.
• Supply Voltage: Indicates the power supply input configuration installed in the
PQM II. The PQM II shown in this example can accept any AC 50/60Hz voltage from
70 to 265 V AC or DC voltage from 90 to 300 V DC.
• Tag#: An optional identification number specified by the customer.
• Mod#: Indicates if any unique features have been installed for special customer
orders. This number should be available when contacting GE Multilin for technical
support.
• Version: An internal GE Multilin number that should be available when contacting
us for technical support.
• Serial No.: Indicates the serial number in numeric and barcode formats. Record
this number when contacting GE Multilin for technical support.
Electrical Configuration
External Connections
Signal wiring is to Terminals 21 to 51. These terminals accommodate wires sizes up to 12
gauge. Please note that the maximum torque that can be applied to terminals 21 to 51 is
0.5 Nm (or 4.4 in ·lb.). CT, VT, and control power connections are made using Terminals 1 to
20. These #8 screw ring terminals accept wire sizes as large as 8 gauge. Consult the wiring
diagrams for suggested wiring. A minimal configuration includes connections for control
power, phase CTs/VTs, and the alarm relay; other features can be wired as required.
Considerations for wiring each feature are given in the sections that follow.
23 Analog in + 50 Comm 2 –
Wiring Diagrams
This wiring diagram below shows the typical 4-wire wye connection which will cover any
voltage range. Select the S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT
WIRING: “4 Wire Wye (3 VTs)” setpoint
The 2½ element 4-wire wye connection can be used for situations where cost or size
restrictions limit the number of VTs to two. With this connection, Phase Vbn voltage is
calculated using the two existing voltages. Select the S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE
CONFIGURATION VT WIRING: “4 WIRE WYE (2 VTs)” setpoint.
This wiring configuration will only provide accurate power measurements if the voltages
are balanced.
Four-wire systems with voltages 347 V L-N or less can be directly connected to the PQM II
without VTs. Select the S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT WIRING: “4
WIRE WYE DIRECT” setpoint.
The PQM II voltage inputs should be directly connected using HRC fuses rated at 2 A to
ensure adequate interrupting capacity.
This diagram shows the typical 3-wire delta connection which will cover any voltage
range. Select the S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT WIRING: “3 WIRE
DELTA (2 VTs)” setpoint.
Three-wire systems with voltages 600 V (L-L) or less can be directly connected to the
PQM II without VTs. Select the S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT
WIRING: “3 WIRE DIRECT” setpoint.
The PQM II voltage inputs should be directly connected using HRC fuses rated at 2 amps to
ensure adequate interrupting capacity.
For a single-phase connection, connect current and voltage to the phase A inputs only. All
other inputs are ignored. Select the S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT
WIRING: “SINGLE PHASE” setpoint.
Control Power
The control power supplied to the PQM II must match the installed power supply. If the
applied voltage does not match, damage to the unit may occur. Check the product
identification to verify the control voltage matches the intended application.
A universal AC/DC power supply is standard on the PQM II. It covers the range 90 to 300 V
DC and 70 to 265 V AC at 50/60 Hz. It is not necessary to adjust the PQM II if the control
voltage is within this range. A low voltage power supply is available as an option. It covers
the range 20 to 60 V DC and 24 to 48 V AC at 50/60 Hz. Verify from the product
identification label that the control voltage matches the intended application. Connect the
control voltage input to a stable source for reliable operation. A 2.5 A HRC fuse is accessible
from the back of the PQM II via the fuse access door. Consult the factory for replacement
fuses, if required. Using #12 gauge wire or ground braid, connect Terminals 5 and 6 to a
solid system ground, typically a copper bus in the switchgear. The PQM II incorporates
extensive filtering and transient protection to ensure reliable operation under harsh
industrial operating environments. Transient energy must be conducted back to the
source through Filter Ground Terminal (5). The Filter Ground Terminal (5) is separated from
the Safety Ground Terminal (6) to allow dielectric testing of switchgear with the PQM II
wired up. Filter Ground Terminal connections must be removed during dielectric testing.
When properly installed, the PQM II meets the interference immunity requirements of IEC
801 and ANSI C37.90.1.
VT Inputs
The PQM II accepts input voltages from 0 to 600 V AC between the voltage inputs (V1, V2,
V3) and voltage common (Vn). These inputs can be directly connected or supplied through
external VTs. If voltages greater than 600 V AC are to be measured, external VTs are
required. When measuring line-to-line quantities using inputs V1, V2, and V3, ensure that
the voltage common input Vn is grounded. This input is used as a reference for measuring
the voltage inputs.
All connections to the PQM II voltage inputs should be connected using HRC fuses rated at
2 Amps to ensure adequate interrupting capacity.
CT Inputs
Current transformer secondaries of 1 A or 5 A can be used with the PQM II for phase and
neutral sensing. Each current input has 3 terminals: 5 A input, 1 A input, and common.
Select either the 1 A or 5 A terminal and common to match the phase CT secondary.
Correct polarity as indicated in the wiring diagrams is essential for correct measurement
of all power quantities.
The CTs selected should be capable of supplying the required current to the total
secondary load, including the PQM II burden of 0.1 VA at rated secondary current and the
connection wiring burden.
All PQM II internal calculations are based on information measured at the CT and VT inputs.
The accuracy specified in this manual assumes no error contribution from the external CTs
and VTs. To ensure the greatest accuracy, Instrument class CTs and VTs are
recommended.
Output Relays
The basic PQM II comes equipped with one output relay; the control option supplies three
additional output relays. The PQM II output relays have form C contacts (normally open
(NO), normally closed (NC), and common (COM)). The contact rating for each relay is 5 A
resistive and 5 A inductive at 250 V AC. Consult : Specifications for contact ratings under
other conditions. The wiring diagrams show the state of the relay contacts with no control
power applied; that is, when the relays are not energized. Relay contact wiring depends on
how the relay operation is programmed in the S3 OUTPUT RELAYS setpoint group (see : S3
Output Relays for details).
• Alarm Relay (Terminals 43/44/45): A selected alarm condition activates the alarm
relay. Alarms can be enabled or disabled for each feature to ensure only desired
conditions cause an alarm. If an alarm is required when control power is not present,
indicating that monitoring is not available, select “Fail-safe” operation for the alarm
relay through the S3 OUTPUT RELAYS ALARM RELAY ALARM OPERATION setpoint. The
NC/COM contacts are normally open going to a closed state on an alarm. If
“Unlatched” mode is selected with setpoint S3 OUTPUT RELAYS ALARM RELAY ALARM
ACTIVATION, the alarm relay automatically resets when the alarm condition disappears.
For “Latched” mode, the key must be pressed (or serial port reset command received)
to reset the alarm relay. Refer to : Alarms for all the displayed alarm messages.
• Auxiliary Relays 1,2,3 (Optional; Terminals 34 to 42): Additional output relays can be
configured for most of the alarms listed in Alarms. When an alarm feature is assigned
to an auxiliary relay, it acts as a control feature. When the setpoint is exceeded for a
control feature, the output relay changes state and the appropriate Aux LED lights but
no indication is given on the display. The auxiliary relays can also be programmed to
function as kWh, kvarh, and kVAh pulse outputs.
PQM II
TYPICAL
ISOLATED SWITCH
POWER TERMINALS
SUPPLY +24VDC
COM
EXTERNAL
SWITCH
FILTER IN
TO LOGIC
OPTO
ISOLATION
10mA
PULSED
Each switch input can be programmed with a 20-character user defined name and can be
selected to accept a normally open or normally closed switch. A list of various functions
assignable to switches is shown below, followed by a description of each function.
• Alarm Relay: When a switch input is assigned to the alarm relay, a change in the
switch status produces an alarm condition and the alarm relay activates.
• Pulse Input 1/2/3/4: When a switch input is assigned as a pulse input counter, the
PQM II counts the number of transitions from open to closed when the input is
configured as normally open and closed to open when the input is configured as
normally closed. The minimum pulse width required for the PQM II to read the switch is
150 ms. Therefore, for the PQM II to read one pulse, the switch input must be in its
inactive state (closed/open) for a minimum of 150 ms then in its active state (open/
closed) for another 150 ms. See : Specifications for more details.
• New Demand Period: The PQM II can be used for load shedding by assigning a switch
input to a new demand period. This allows the PQM II demand period to be
synchronized with the utility meter. One of the billing parameters used by a utility is
peak demand. By synchronizing the PQM II to the utility meter, the PQM II can monitor
the demand level read by the utility meter and perform load shedding to prevent the
demand from reaching the penalty level. The utility meter provides a dry contact
output which can be connected to one of the PQM II switch inputs. When the PQM II
senses a contact closure, it starts a new demand period (with Block Interval Demand
calculation only).
• Setpoint Access: The access terminals must be shorted together in order for the
faceplate keypad to have the ability to store new setpoints. Typically the access
terminals are connected to a security keyswitch to allow authorized access only.
Serial port commands to store new setpoints operate even if the access terminals are
not shorted. When the access terminals are open, all actual and setpoint values can
still be accessed for viewing; however, if an attempt is made to store a new setpoint
value, the message SETPOINT ACCESS DISABLED is displayed and the previous
setpoint remains intact. In this way, all of the programmed setpoints remain secure
and tamper proof.
• Select Analog Output: This switch selection allows each analog output to be
multiplexed into two outputs. If the switch is active, the parameter assigned in
setpoint S2 SYSTEM SETUP ANALOG OUTPUT 1 ANALOG OUTPUT 1 ALT determines the
output level. If the switch is not active, the parameter assigned in setpoint S2 SYSTEM
SETUP ANALOG OUTPUT 1 ANALOG OUTPUT 1 MAIN is used. See the following section
and : Analog Outputs for additional details.
• Select Analog Input: This switch selection allows the analog input to be multiplexed
into two inputs. If the switch is active, the parameter assigned in setpoint S2 SYSTEM
SETUP ANALOG INPUT ANALOG INPUT ALT is used to scale the input. If the switch is not
active, the parameter assigned in setpoint S2 SYSTEM SETUP ANALOG INPUT ANALOG
INPUT MAIN is used. If a relay is assigned in S2 SYSTEM SETUP ANALOG INPUT ANALOG IN
MAIN/ALT SELECT RELAY, that relay energizes when the switch is active and de-energizes
when the switch is not active, thus providing the ability to feed in analog inputs from
two separate sources as shown in the figure below. See the : Analog Input (Optional)
section below for details. Refer to : Analog Input for additional details.
• Aux 1/2/3 Relay: When a switch input is assigned to an Auxiliary relay, a closure on
the switch input causes the programmed auxiliary relay to change state. This
selection is available only if the Control (C) option is installed.
• Clear Energy: When a switch input is assigned to “Clear Energy”, a closure on the
switch input will clear all Energy data within the PQM II.
• Clear Demand: When a switch input is assigned to “Clear Demand”, a closure on the
switch input will clear all Demand data within the PQM II.
PQM II
823700A1.CDR
As shown in wiring diagrams, these outputs are at Terminals 25 to 28 and share Terminal
24 as their common. Shielded cable should be used, with only one end of the shield
grounded, to minimize noise effects.
Signals and power supply circuitry are internally isolated, allowing connection to devices
(PLCs, computers, etc.) at ground potentials different from the PQM II. Each terminal,
however, is clamped to ±36 V to ground.
are flashing, this indicates that the PQM II is transmitting data. Each PQM II must be daisy-
chained to the next one as shown in the figure below. Avoid star or stub connected
configurations. If a large difference in ground potentials exists, communication on the
serial communication link will not be possible. Therefore, it is imperative that the serial
master and PQM II are both at the same ground potential. This is accomplished by joining
the RS485 ground terminal (Terminal 46 for COM1; Terminal 49 for COM2) of every unit
together and grounding it at the master only.
The last PQM II in the chain and the master computer require a terminating resistor and
terminating capacitor to ensure proper electrical matching of the loads and prevent
communication errors. Using terminating resistors on all the PQM IIs would load down the
communication network while omitting them at the ends could cause reflections resulting
in communication errors. Install the 120 Ω, ¼ watt terminating resistor and 1 nF capacitor
externally. Although any standard resistor and capacitor of these values are suitable,
these components can also be ordered from GE Multilin as a combined terminating
network.
Each communication link must have only one computer (PLC or DCS) issuing commands
called the master. The master should be centrally located and can be used to view actual
values and setpoints from each PQM II called the slave device. Other GE Multilin relays or
devices using the Modbus RTU protocol can be connected to the communication link.
Setpoints in each slave can also be changed from the master. Each PQM II in the link must
be programmed with a different slave address prior to running communications using the
S1 PQM II SETUP COM1 RS485 SERIAL PORT MODBUS COMMUNICATION ADDRESS setpoint. The GE
Multilin EnerVista PQM Setup Software may be used to view status, actual values, and
setpoints. See : Using the EnerVista PQM Setup Software for more information on the
EnerVista PQM Setup Software.
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PQM II
PQM II
GE Multilin
IED
SR Series
GE Multilin
Protection Relay
RS485.CDR
PQMII
PQMII
RS232.CDR
GE Multilin
PQMII
POWER QUALITY METER
746702A1.CDR
Operation
Display
All messages are displayed in English on the 40-character liquid crystal display. This
display is visible under varied lighting conditions. When the keypad and display are not
actively being used, the screen displays a default status message. This message appears if
no key has been pressed for the time programmed in the S1 PQM II SETUP PREFERENCES
DEFAULT MESSAGE TIME setpoint. Note that alarm condition messages automatically override
the default messages.
819761A6.CDR
LED Indicators
Description
The LED status indicators provide a quick indication of the overall status of the PQM II.
These indicators illuminate if an alarm is present, if setpoint access is enabled, if the PQM II
is in simulation mode, or if there is a problem with the PQM II itself.
Status
• Alarm: When an alarm condition exists, the Alarm LED indicator will flash.
• Program: The Program LED indicator is on when setpoint access is enabled.
• Simulation: The Simulation LED indicator will be on when the PQM II is using
simulated values for current, voltage, analog input, switches and analog outputs.
While in simulation mode, the PQM II will ignore the measured parameters
detected at its inputs and will use the simulated values stored in the S5 TESTING
SIMULATION setpoints group.
Communicate
The Communicate LED indicators monitor the status of the RS485 communication ports.
When no serial data is being received through the rear serial ports terminals, the RX1/2
LED indicators are off. This situation occurs if there is no connection, the serial wires
become disconnected, or the master computer is inactive. If there is activity on the serial
port but the PQM II is not receiving valid messages for its internally programmed address,
the TX1/2 LED indicators remain off. This condition can be caused by incorrect message
formats (such as baud rate or framing), reversed polarity of the two RS485 twisted-pair
connections, or the master not sending the currently programmed PQM II address. If the
PQM II is being periodically addressed with a valid message, the RX1/2 LED indicator will
turn on followed by the TX1/2 LED indicator.
• TX1: The PQM II is transmitting information via the COM1 RS485 communications
port when lit.
• RX1: The PQM II is receiving information via the COM1 RS485 communications port
when lit.
• TX2: The PQM II is transmitting information via the COM2 RS485 communications
port when lit.
• RX2: The PQM II is receiving information via the COM2 RS485 communications port
when lit.
Relays
The status of the output relays is displayed with these LED indicators.
• Alarm: The Alarm relay is intended for general purpose alarm outputs. This
indicator will be on while the Alarm relay is operating. When the condition clears,
the Alarm LED indicator turns off. If the alarm relay has been programmed as
“Latched”, the alarm condition can only be cleared by pressing the RESET key or
by issuing a computer reset command.
• Aux1: The Aux 1 relay is intended for control and customer specific requirements.
The Aux1 LED indicator is on while the Auxiliary 1 relay is operating.
• Aux2: The Aux 2 relay is intended for control and customer specific requirements.
The Aux2 LED indicator is on while the Auxiliary 2 relay is operating.
• Aux3: The Aux 3 relay is intended for control and customer specific requirements.
The Aux3 LED indicator is on while the Auxiliary 3 relay is operating.
Keypad
Description
The front panel keypad allows direct access to PQM II functionality. The keys are used to
navigate through message pages, allowing the user to modify settings and view actual
values from the device location.
Menu Key
Setpoints and actual values are arranged into two distinct groups of messages. The MENU
key selects the main setpoints or actual values page. Pressing MENU while in the middle of
a setpoints or actual values page returns the display to the main setpoints or actual values
page. The MESSAGE keys select messages within a page.
Escape Key
Pressing the ESCAPE key during any setpoints or actual values message returns the user
to the previous message level. Continually pressing ESCAPE will return the user back to the
main setpoints or actual values page.
Enter Key
When programming setpoints, enter the new value by using the VALUE keys, followed by
the ENTER key. Setpoint programming must be enabled for the ENTER key to store the
edited value. An acknowledgment message will flash if the new setpoint is successfully
saved in non-volatile memory. The ENTER key is also used to add and remove user defined
Reset Key
The RESET key is used to clear the latched alarm and/or auxiliary conditions. Upon
pressing the key, the PQM II will perform the appropriate action based on the condition
present as shown in the table below.
The RESET key, along with the ENTER key, is also used to remove user defined default
messages. Refer to : Default Messages further details.
Message Keys
Use the MESSAGE keys to move between message groups within a page. The MESSAGE
DOWN key moves toward the end of the page and the MESSAGE UP key moves toward the
beginning of the page. A page header message will appear at the beginning of each page
and a page footer message will appear at the end of each page. To enter a subgroup,
press the MESSAGE RIGHT key. To back out of the subgroup, press the MESSAGE LEFT key.
DISPLAY FILTER
▲ ▲ CONSTANT: 4
MESSAGE MESSAGE
▼ ▼
MESSAGE
ENCRYPTED SETPOINT
▲ ACCESS CODE: 376
▲
MESSAGE MESSAGE
▼
▼
n COM1 RS485 [ w]
Moves back
SERIAL PORT
MESSAGE within a
subgroup
n SETPOINTS [ w]
MESSAGE
S2 SYSTEM SETUP
Moves
MENU forward within
a subgroup
2. ACTUAL VALUES
Press [ w] for more
MSGKEYOP.CDR
Value Keys
Setpoint values are entered using the VALUE keys. When a setpoint is displayed calling for
a yes/no response, each time a VALUE key is pressed, the “Yes” becomes a “No,” or the
“No” becomes a “Yes.” Similarly, for multiple choice selections, each time a VALUE key is
pressed, the next choice is displayed. When numeric values are displayed, each time
VALUE UP is pressed, the value increases by the step increment, up to the maximum. Hold
the key down to rapidly change the value.
• Computer Entry: When running the EnerVista PQM Setup Software, setpoint values
are accessed through the menu bar and displayed in a series of windows. See Chapter
4: Software for further details.
• SCADA Entry: A SCADA system connected to the RS485 terminals can be custom
programmed to make use of any of the communication commands for remote
setpoint programming, monitoring, and control.
Default Messages
Description
Up to 10 default messages can be selected to display sequentially when the PQM II is left
unattended. If no keys are pressed for the default message time in the S1 PQM II SETUP
PREFERENCES DEFAULT MESSAGE TIME setpoint, then the currently displayed message will
automatically be overwritten by the first default message. After three seconds, the next
default message in the sequence will display if more than one is selected. Alarm messages
will override the default message display. Any setpoint or measured value can be selected
as a default message.
Messages are displayed in the order they are selected.
If 10 default messages are already selected, the first message is erased and the new
message is added to the end of the queue.
NOT A DEFAULT
MESSAGE
NOT A SELECTED
DEFAULT MESSAGE
REDEFMSG.CDR
DISPLAYED FOR 3 SECONDS WHEN
ENTER KEY AND RESET KEY ARE
PRESSED IN SEQUENCE
The PQM II will scroll through the default messages in the sequence shown.
A= 100 B= 100
Location: A1 METERING ð CURRENT
C= 100 AMPS
FREQUENCY = 60.00 Hz
Location: A1 METERING ðò FREQUENCY
TIME: 12:00:00am
Location: A2 STATUS ðò CLOCK
DATE: JAN 01 1996
Phone: 905-294-6222
Location: A2 STATUS ðò PROGRAMMABLE MESSAGE
www.GEmultilin.com
Software
Introduction
Overview
Although setpoints can be manually entered using the front panel keys, it is far more
efficient and easier to use a computer to download values through the communications
port. The no-charge EnerVista PQM Setup Software included with the PQM II makes this a
quick and convenient process. With the EnerVista PQM Setup Software running on your PC,
it is possible to:
• Program and modify setpoints
• Load/save setpoint files from/to disk
• Read actual values and monitor status
• Perform waveform capture and log data
• Perform harmonic analysis
• Trigger trace memory
• Get help on any topic
The EnerVista PQM Setup Software allows immediate access to all the features of the
PQM II through pull-down menus in the familiar Windows environment. The software can
also run without a PQM II connected. This allows you to edit and save setpoint files for later
use. If a PQM II is connected to a serial port on a computer and communication is enabled,
the PQM II can be programmed from the setpoint screens. In addition, measured values,
status and alarm messages can be displayed with the actual screens.
Hardware
Communications from the EnerVista PQM Setup Software to the PQM II can be
accomplished three ways: RS232, RS485, and Ethernet (requires the MultiNET adapter)
communications. The following figures below illustrate typical connections for RS232 and
RS485 communications. For details on Ethernet communications, please see the MultiNET
manual.
Select the PQM II software program and release notes (if desired)
from the list.
Click the Download Now button to obtain the installation program
from the Web or CD.
EnerVista Launchpad will obtain the installation program.
Enter the relay slave address and COM port values (from the S1 PQM II
SETUP FRONT PANEL RS232 SERIAL PORT setpoints menu) in the Slave
Address and COM Port fields.
Enter the physical communications parameters (baud rate and
parity settings) in their respective fields.
Click the Read Order Code button to connect to the PQM II device
and upload the order code.
If a communications error occurs, ensure that the PQM II serial
communications values entered in the previous step correspond to
the relay setting values.
Click OK when the relay order code has been received.
The new device will be added to the Site List window (or Online
window) located in the top left corner of the main EnerVista PQM
Setup Software window.
The PQM II Site Device has now been configured for serial communications.
Upgrading Firmware
Description
To upgrade the PQM II firmware, follow the procedures listed in this section. Upon
successful completion of this procedure, the PQM II will have new firmware installed with
the original setpoints.
The latest firmware files are available from the GE Multilin website at
http://www.GEmultilin.com.
73 D 210 C4 . 000
One final warning will appear. This will be the last chance to abort the firmware
upgrade.
The EnerVista PQM Setup Software now prepares the PQM II to receive the new
firmware file. The PQM II will display a message indicating that it is in Upload
Mode. While the file is being loaded into the PQM II, a status box appears showing
how much of the new firmware file has been transferred and how much is
remaining. The entire transfer process takes approximately five minutes.
The EnerVista PQM Setup Software will notify the user when the PQM II has
finished loading the file.
Carefully read any displayed messages and click OK to return the
main screen.
If the PQM II does not communicate with the EnerVista PQM Setup Software,
ensure that the following PQM II setpoints correspond with the EnerVista PQM
Setup Software settings:
MODBUS COMMUNICATION ADDRESS
BAUD RATE
PARITY (if applicable)
Converting PQM Setting Files below v3.60 for import into the PQM II
v2.35 Setup Software
To import setting files older than PQM v3.60 in the PQM II v2.35 Setup software, the
files must be converted. There are two tasks involved in the conversion.
For completing each task: Task 1 and 2, see the following detailed steps.
Task 1: Convert the PQM settings file from a file lower than v3.60 to v3.60
1. Launch the PQM PC Setup Software.
2. Open the settings file older than PQM v3.60 in the PQMPC Setup Software.
7. Select the PQM file which was created and saved in Task 1.
8. PQM II v2.35 Setup Software prompts for confirmation:
9. Click on OK button. The Save As dialog box for the converted file appears.
10. Enter a new File name and ensure the Save as Type is “PQM II Setup Setting
Files (*.PQM)”.
11. Click on the Save button. The file is converted and added to the offline tree.
Select the File > Edit Settings File Properties menu item and change
the file version of the setpoint file to match the firmware version of
the PQM II.
With the updated setpoint file selected in the File pane, select the
File > Write Settings to Device menu item and select the target
PQM II to receive the previously saved settings file.
A dialog box will appear to confirm the request to download
setpoints.
Click Yes to send the setpoints to the PQM II or No to end the process.
The EnerVista PQM Setup Software will load the setpoint file into the PQM II. If new
setpoints were added in the firmware upgrade, they will be set to factory defaults.
When a numeric setpoint such as PHASE CT PRIMARY is selected, EnerVista PQM Setup
Software displays a keypad that allows the user to enter a value within the
setpoint range displayed near the top of the keypad:
Click Accept to exit from the keypad and keep the new value. Click
on Cancel to exit from the keypad and retain the old value.
In the Setpoint / System Setup dialog box, click on Store to save the
values into the PQM II.
Click OK to accept any changes and exit the window.
Click Cancel to retain previous values and exit.
Setpoint Files
To print and save all the setpoints to a file follow the steps outlined in : Saving Setpoints to
a File.
To load an existing setpoints file to a PQM II and/or send the setpoints to the PQM II follow
the steps outlined in : Loading Saved Setpoints.
Getting Help
A detailed Help file is included with the EnerVista PQM Setup Software.
Select the Help > Contents menu item to obtain an explanation of any feature,
specifications, setpoint, actual value, etc. Context-sensitive help can also be activated by
clicking on the desired function.
For easy reference, any topic can be printed by selecting File > Print Topic item from the
Help file menu bar.
Power Analysis
Waveform Capture
Two cycles (64 samples/cycle) of voltage and current waveforms can be captured and
displayed on a PC using the EnerVista PQM Setup Software or third party software.
Distorted peaks or notches from SCR switching provides clues for taking corrective action.
Waveform capture is also a useful tool when investigating possible wiring problems due to
its ability to display the phase relationship of the various inputs. The waveform capture
feature is implemented into EnerVista PQM Setup Software as shown below.
Select the Actual > Power Analysis > Waveform Capture menu item. The EnerVista PQM
Setup Software will open the Waveform Capture dialog box.
Select the buttons on the left to display the desired waveforms. The waveform values for
the current cursor line position are displayed to the right of the selected buttons.
Numerical values are displayed directly below the button.
Harmonic Analysis
Non-linear loads such as variable speed drives, computers, and electronic ballasts can
cause harmonics which may lead to problems such as nuisance breaker tripping,
telephone interference, transformer, capacitor or motor overheating. For fault diagnosis
such as detecting undersized neutral wiring, need for a harmonic rated transformer or
effectiveness of harmonic filters; details of the harmonic spectrum are useful and available
with the PQM II and the EnerVista PQM Setup Software.
The EnerVista PQM Setup Software can perform a harmonic analysis on any of the four
current inputs or any of the three voltage inputs by placing the PQM II in a high speed
sampling mode (256 samples/cycle) where it will sample one cycle of the user defined
parameter. EnerVista PQM Setup Software then takes this data and performs a FFT (Fast
Fourier Transform) to extract the harmonic information. The harmonic analysis feature is
implemented into EnerVista PQM Setup Software as shown below.
Select the Actual > Power Analysis > Harmonic Analysis >
Harmonic Spectrum menu item.
The EnerVista PQM Setup Software can display the Harmonic
Analysis Spectrum window including the harmonic spectrum up to
and including the 62nd harmonic.
Enter the trigger parameter for the Select Trigger setting.
Click the Select button for the Trigger setting.
The Waveform capture window will appear.
To display the harmonic spectrum, click the Harmonics button ( )
on the top of the screen.
The window includes details of the currently selected harmonic and other
harmonic analysis-related data (for example, THD, K Factor, etc.).
Select Read Last Trigger From Device to load previous acquired
spectra from the PQM II.
Trace Memory
The trace memory feature allows the PQM II to be setup to trigger on various conditions.
The trace memory can record maximum of 36 cycles of data (16 samples per cycle) for all
voltage and current inputs simultaneously. A Total Trace Triggers Counter has been
implemented in the PQM II Memory Map at Register 0x0B83. This register will keep a
running total of all valid Trace Memory Triggers from the last time power was applied to
the PQM II. The Total Trace Triggers counter will rollover to 0 at 65536. The trace memory
feature is implemented into the EnerVista PQM Setup Software as shown below.
Select the Setpoint > PQM II Setup > Trace Memory Setup menu
item to setup the trace memory feature.
Select the Actual > Power Analysis > Trace Memory menu item to
view the trace memory data.
This launches the Trace Memory Waveform window.
Data Logger
The data logger feature allows the PQM II to continuously log various specified parameters
at the specified rate. The data logger uses the 64 samples/cycle data. This feature is
implemented into EnerVista PQM Setup Software as shown below.
Select the Setpoint > System Setup > Data Log menu item to setup
the data logger feature.
This launches the Data Log settings box shown below. The state of
each data logger and percent filled is shown.
Use the Start Log 1(2) and Stop Log 1(2) buttons to start and stop
the logs.
5. The Data Log 1(2) dialog box displays the record numbers, data log start time,
the current time, and parameter values for the current cursor line position.
PQM II VDR events are stored in volatile memory. Therefore, all voltage disturbance
events will be cleared when control power is cycled to the meter.
The operation of the voltage disturbance recorder as implemented in the EnerVista PQM
Setup Software is shown below:
Select the Setpoint > System Setup > System Config menu item.
Select the Voltage Disturbance Recorder Setup tab.
The Sag Level % Nominal should be set to the level to which a
voltage input must fall before a sag event is to be recorded. The
Swell Level % Nominal should be set to the level to which a voltage
input must rise before a swell event is to be recorded.
Click Save to send the current settings to the PQM II.
Select the Actual > Power Analysis > Voltage Disturbance Recorder
menu item to view the voltage disturbance recorder events.
Within the voltage disturbance recorder window, each event is listed and can be selected.
When the event is selected the following values are displayed:
• Dist. Number: The event number. The first event recorded (after the event recorder
is cleared) will be given the event number of “1”. Each subsequent event will be
given an incrementing event number. If the event number reaches 65535, the
event number will rollover back to 1.
• Dist. Type: The type refers to the classification of the event (i.e. Sag, Swell,
Undervoltage or, Overvoltage)
• Dist. Source: The source of the disturbance is the line/phase voltage that the
disturbance was measured on.
• Dist. Time/Date: The time that the disturbance was recorded. Each disturbance is
recorded at the end of the disturbance event.
• Dist. Dur.: The duration of the event in cycles.
• Dist. Average Voltage: The average RMS voltage recorded during the disturbance.
The Clear Events button clears the voltage disturbance recorder. Events are overwritten
when the event recorder reaches 500 events.
The Save button exports the events to a CSV format file. A text file viewer can open and
read the file.
Click the Device Setup button to open the Device Setup window.
Click the Add Site button to define a new site.
Enter the desired site name in the Site Name field.
If desired, a short description of site can also be entered along with
the display order of devices defined for the site.
Click the OK button when complete.
The new site will appear in the upper-left list in the EnerVista PQM
Setup Software window.
Click the Add Device button to define the new device.
Enter the desired name in the Device Name field and a description
(optional) of the site.
Select the appropriate communications interface (Ethernet or Serial)
and fill in the required information for the PQM II.
Click the Read Order Code button to connect to the PQM II device
and upload the order code.
If a communications error occurs, ensure that communications
values entered in the previous step correspond to the relay setting
values.
Click OK when complete.
From the EnerVista main window, select the IED Dashboard item to
open the Plug and Play IED dashboard.
An icon for the PQM II will be shown.
Click the Dashboard button below the PQM II icon to view the device
information.
We have now successfully accessed our PQM II through EnerVista
Viewpoint.
For additional information on EnerVista viewpoint, please visit the EnerVista website at
http://www.enervista.com.
Setpoints
Introduction
Setpoint Entry Methods
Prior to operating the PQM II, it is necessary to program setpoints to define system
characteristics and alarm settings by one of the following methods:
• Front panel, using the keys and display.
• Rear terminal RS485 port COM1 or COM2, or front RS232 port and a computer
running the EnerVista PQM Setup Software included with the PQM II, or from a
SCADA system running user-defined software.
Either of the above methods can be used to enter the same information. However, a
computer makes information entry considerably easier. Moreover, a computer allows
setpoint files to be stored and downloaded for fast, error-free entry. The EnerVista PQM
Setup Software included with the PQM II facilitates this process. With this software,
setpoints can be modified remotely and downloaded at a later time to the PQM II. Refer to
: Using the EnerVista PQM Setup Software for additional details.
Setpoint messages are organized into logical groups or pages for easy reference.
Messages may vary somewhat from those illustrated because of installed options, and
messages associated with disabled features will be hidden. This context sensitive
operation eliminates confusing detail. Before accurate monitoring can begin, the setpoints
on each page should be worked through, entering values either by local keypad or
computer.
The PQM II leaves the factory with setpoints programmed to default values. These values
are shown in all setpoint message illustrations. Many of these factory default values can
be left unchanged. At a minimum, however, setpoints that are shown shaded in : Current
and Voltage Configuration must be entered for the system to function correctly. As a
safeguard, the PQM II will alarm and lock-out until values have been entered for these
setpoints. The CRITICAL SETPOINTS NOT STORED alarm message will be displayed
until the PQM II is programmed with these critical setpoints.
CALCULATION []
MESSAGE See page 5–10.
PARAMETERS
CLEAR DATA []
MESSAGE See page 5–12.
PROGRAMMABLE []
MESSAGE See page 5–16.
MESSAGE
PRODUCT []
MESSAGE See page 5–17.
OPTIONS
END OF PAGE S1 []
MESSAGE
MESSAGE
ANALOG []
MESSAGE See page 5–20.
OUTPUT 3
ANALOG []
MESSAGE See page 5–20.
OUTPUT 4
ANALOG INPUT []
MESSAGE See page 5–24.
MESSAGE
MESSAGE
FREQUENCY []
MESSAGE See page 5–37.
POWER []
MESSAGE See page 5–38.
DEMAND []
MESSAGE See page 5–43.
TIME []
MESSAGE See page 5–46.
MISCELLANEOUS []
MESSAGE See page 5–47.
MESSAGE
S1 PQM II Setup
Description
General settings to configure the PQM II are entered on this page. This includes user
preferences, the RS485 and RS232 communication ports, loading of factory defaults, and
user-programmable messages.
Preferences
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP PREFERENCES
PREFERENCES [] DEFAULT MESSAGE TIME: Range: 0.1 to 120.0 minutes in steps of
1.0 MINUTES 0.1 or OFF
Setpoint Access
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP SETPOINT ACCESS
To enable setpoint access, follow the steps outlined in the following diagram:
ENTER ENTER
STORE STORE
INCORRECT
CODE
INCORRECT CODE
SETACCEN.CDR
Setpoints can be changed via the serial ports regardless of the state of the setpoint
access feature or the state of an input switch assigned to setpoint access.
To change the setpoint access code, enable setpoint access and perform the steps as
outlined below:
ENTER ENTER
SAVCCCD.CDR
Condition
Displayed Message
Access Code Switch Input
NEW SETPOINT
Correct Closed STORED
Serial Ports
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP COM1 RS485 SERIAL PORT
COM2 RS485 [] COM2 BAUD RATE: Range: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, and
SERIAL PORT 19200 BAUD 19200 baud
FRONT PANEL [] RS232 BAUD RATE: Range: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, and
RS232 SERIAL PORT 9600 Baud 19200 baud
DNP 3.0 [] DNP PORT: None Range: None, COM1, COM2
CONFIGURATION
▲
DNP SLAVE ADDRESS: Range: 0 to 255 in steps of 1
▼
0
DNP TURNAROUND TIME: Range: 0 to 100 ms in steps of 10
▲
0 ms
• DNP PORT: Select the appropriate PQM II port to be used for DNP protocol. The COM2
selection is only available if T1 or T20 option is installed in the PQM II. Each port is
configured as shown in : Serial Ports.
• DNP SLAVE ADDRESS: Enter a unique address from 0 to 255 for this particular PQM II.
The address selected is applied to the PQM II port currently assigned to communicate
using the DNP protocol. Although addresses do not have to be sequential, no two PQM
IIs that are daisy chained together can have the same address or there will be
conflicts resulting in errors. Generally each PQM II added to the link will use the next
higher address.
• DNP TURNAROUND TIME: The turnaround time is useful in applications where the
RS485 converter without RTS or DTR switching is being employed. A typical value for
the delay is 30 ms to allow the transmitter to drop in the RS485 converter.
Clock
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP CLOCK
• SET TIME/DATE: These messages are used to set the time and date for the PQM II
software clock.
The PQM II software clock is retained for power interruptions of approximately thirty
days. A Clock Not Set alarm can be enabled so that an alarm will occur on the loss of
clock data. The time and date are used for all time-stamped data. If the clock has not
been set, a “?” will appear on the right-hand side of the displayed time for all time-
stamped data. Follow the steps shown below to set the new time and date.
MESSAGE MESSAGE
The time and date can also be set via Modbus communications.
Calculation Parameters
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP CALCULATION PARAMETERS
The PQM II can be programmed to calculate metering quantities and demand by various
methods.
• EXTRACT FUNDAMENTAL: The PQM II can be programmed to calculate all metering
quantities using true RMS values or the fundamental component of the sampled data.
When this setpoint is set to “Disable”, the PQM II will include all harmonic content, up
to the 32nd harmonic, when making metering calculations. When this setpoint is set
to “Enable”, the PQM II will extract the fundamental contribution of the sampled data
only and use this contribution to calculate all metering quantities. Many utilities base
their metering upon fundamental, or displacement, values. Using the fundamental
contribution allows one to compare the quantities measured by the PQM II with the
local utility meter.
• CURRENT DEMAND TYPE: Three current demand calculation methods are available:
thermal exponential, block interval, and rolling interval (see the Demand Calculation
Methods table below). The current demand for each phase and neutral is calculated
individually.
• CURRENT DEMAND TIME INTERVAL: Enter the time period over which the current
demand calculation is to be performed.
• POWER DEMAND TYPE: Three real/reactive/apparent power demand calculation
methods are available: thermal exponential, block interval, and rolling interval (see the
Method Description
where: d = demand after applying input quantity for time t (in min.)
D = input quantity (constant)
k = 2.3 / thermal 90% response time
100
Thermal
Exponential 80
Demand (%)
60
40
20
0
0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Time (min)
• ENERGY COST PER kWh: Enter the cost per kWh that is charged by the local utility.
• TARIFF PERIOD START TIME: Enter the start time for each of the three tariff period
calculations.
• TARIFF PERIOD COST PER kWh: Enter the cost per kWh for each of the three tariff
periods.
Clear Data
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA
• CLEAR ENERGY VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the energy used data in the A1
METERING ENERGY actual values subgroup. The TIME OF LAST RESET date under
the same subgroup is updated upon issuing this command.
• CLEAR MAX DEMAND VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the maximum power and
current demand data under the actual values subgroup A1 METERING DEMAND.
The time and date associated with each message will be updated to the current date
upon issuing this command.
• CLEAR ALL DEMAND VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the power and current demand
data under the actual values subgroup A1 METERING DEMAND. The time and date
associated with each message will be updated to the current date upon issuing this
command.
• CLEAR MIN/MAX CURRENT VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the minimum/maximum
current data under the actual values subgroup A1 METERING CURRENT. The time
and date associated with each message will be updated to the current date upon
issuing this command.
• CLEAR MIN/MAX VOLTAGE VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the minimum/maximum
voltage data under the actual values subgroup A1 METERING VOLTAGE. The time
and date associated with each message will be updated to the current date upon
issuing this command.
• CLEAR MIN/MAX POWER VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the minimum/maximum
power data under the actual values subgroup A1 METERING POWER. The time and
date associated with each message will be updated to the current date upon issuing
this command.
• CLEAR MIN/MAX FREQUENCY VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the minimum/maximum
frequency data under the actual values subgroup A1 METERING FREQUENCY. The
time and date associated with each message will be updated to the current date upon
issuing this command.
• CLEAR MAX THD VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the max THD data under the actual
values subgroup A3 POWER ANALYSIS TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION. The time and
date associated with each message will be updated to the current date upon issuing
this command.
• CLEAR PULSE INPUT VALUES: Enter “Yes” to clear all the pulse input values under the
actual values subgroup A1 METERING PULSE INPUT. The time and date associated
with this message will be updated to the current date upon issuing this command.
• CLEAR EVENT RECORD: Enter “Yes” to clear all of the events in the Event Record. This
will eliminate all previous events from the Event Record and create a Clear Events
event as the new event number 1. The Event Recorder can be cleared only if it is
enabled in S1 PQM II SETUP EVENT RECORDER EVENT RECORDER OPERATION.
The CLEAR EVENT RECORD command takes six seconds to complete, during which no new
events will be logged. Do not cycle power to the unit while the event record is being
cleared.
• CLEAR VOLTAGE DIST. RECORD: Enter “Yes” to clear all of the events in the Voltage
Disturbance Record.
• LOAD FACTORY DEFAULT SETPOINTS: When the PQM II is shipped from the factory all
setpoints will be set to factory default values. These settings are shown in the setpoint
message reference figures. To return a PQM II to these known setpoints select “Yes”
and press the key while this message is displayed. The display will then warn that all
setpoints will be lost and will ask whether to continue. Select yes again to reload the
setpoints. It is a good idea to first load factory defaults when replacing a PQM II to
ensure all the settings are defaulted to reasonable values.
Event Recorder
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP EVENT RECORDER
The Event Recorder can be disabled or enabled using the EVENT RECORDER OPERATION
setpoint. When the Event Recorder is disabled no new events are recorded. When the
Event Recorder is enabled new events are recorded with the 150 most recent events
displayed in A3 POWER ANALYSIS EVENT RECORDER . Refer to Event Recorder for the list
of possible events. All data within the Event Recorder is stored in non-volatile memory.
Trace Memory
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP TRACE MEMORY
TRACE MEMORY [] TRACE MEMORY USAGE: Range: 1 x 36, 2 x 18, 3 x 12 cycles
1 x 36 cycles
TRACE MEMORY TRIGGER Range: One Shot, Retrigger
MESSAGE
MODE: ONE SHOT
The Trace Memory feature involves a separate sampling data stream. All input channels
are sampled continuously at a rate of 16 times per cycle. Using a single-cycle block
interval, the input samples are checked for trigger conditions as per the trigger setpoints
below. Note that the normal sampling burst (64 samples/cycle, 2 cycles) used for all
metering calculations is done on top of the trace memory sampling. The harmonic
analysis sampling (256 samples/cycles, 1 cycle) causes the trace memory sampling to
stop for one cycle whenever a harmonic analysis is requested. Refer to Trace Memory for
details on trace memory implementation in the EnerVista PQM Setup Software.
• TRACE MEMORY USAGE: The trace memory feature allows the user to capture
maximum of 36 cycles. The TRACE MEMORY USAGE setpoint allows the buffer to be divided
into maximum of 3 separate buffers as shown in table below.
• TRACE MEMORY TRIGGER MODE: The trace memory can be configured to trigger in
two different modes as described in the table below.
Setpoint Value Result
The trace memory will be triggered once per buffer as defined
in the TRACE MEMORY USAGE setpoint above. In order for it to
One Shot re-trigger, it must be re-armed through the serial port using the
EnerVista PQM Setup Software or other software. Once re-
armed the trace memory will default back to the first buffer.
The trace memory will automatically re-trigger upon each
Retrigger
condition and overwrite the previous buffer data.
• Ia/Ib/Ic/In OVERCURRENT TRIG LEVEL: Once the phase A/B/C/neutral current equals
or increases above this setpoint value, the trace memory is triggered and data on all
inputs are captured in the buffer. The number of cycles captured depends on the value
specified in the TRACE MEMORY USAGE setpoint.
• Va/Vb/Vc OVERVOLTAGE TRIG LEVEL: Once the phase A/B/C voltage equals or
increases above this setpoint value, the trace memory is triggered and data on all
inputs are captured in the buffer. The number of cycles captured depends on the value
specified in the TRACE MEMORY USAGE setpoint. Phase to neutral levels are used
regardless of the VT wiring.
• Va/Vb/Vc UNDERVOLTAGE TRIG LEVEL: Once the phase A/B/C voltage is equal to or
less than this setpoint value, the trace memory is triggered and data on all inputs are
captured in the buffer. The number of cycles captured depends on the value specified
in the TRACE MEMORY USAGE setpoint.
• SWITCH INPUT A(D) TRIG: If the setpoint is set to “Open-to-Closed”, the trace memory
is triggered and data on all inputs are captured in the buffer on a Switch A(D) close
transition. If the setpoint is set to “Closed-to-Open”, the trace memory is triggered and
data on all inputs are captured in the buffer on a Switch A(D) open transition. The
number of cycles captured depends on the value specified in the TRACE MEMORY USAGE
setpoint.
• TRACE MEMORY TRIGGER DELAY: In some applications it may be necessary to delay
the trigger point to observe the data before the fault occurred. The PQM II allows the
trigger to be delayed by the amount of cycles set in this setpoint. Therefore, buffer will
always contain the number cycles specified in this setpoint before the trigger point
and the remaining space in the buffer is filled with the cycles after the trigger point.
• TRACE MEMORY TRIGGER RELAY: The relay selected here will be activated upon the
occurrence of a Trace Memory Trigger. This relay will be cleared once the Trace
Memory is re-armed.
See Triggered Trace Memory for additional details on this feature.
Programmable Message
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP PROGRAMMABLE MESSAGE
A 40-character message can be programmed using the keypad, or via a serial port using
the EnerVista PQM Setup Software. An example of writing a new message over the existing
one is shown below:
ENTER
STORE
TIPS:
• The setpoint access must be enabled in order to alter the characters.
• To skip over a character press the ENTER key.
• If a character is entered incorrectly, press the ENTER key repeatedly until the
cursor returns to the position of the error, and re-enter the character.
• See Default Messages for details on selecting this message as a default message
A copy of this message is displayed in actual values page A2 STATUS PROGRAMMABLE
MESSAGE.
Product Options
PATH: SETPOINTS S1 PQM II SETUP PRODUCT OPTIONS
The PQM II can have options and certain modifications upgraded on-site via use of a
passcode provided by GE Multilin. Consult the factory for details on the use of this feature.
S2 System Setup
Current and Voltage Configuration
The shaded setpoints below must be set to a value other than “Off” to clear the Critical
Setpoints Not Stored alarm.
• PHASE CT WIRING: The table below indicates the required connection per setpoint
setting.
Setpoint Value Required CT Connection
A,B, and C CTs are connected to phase A, B and C inputs.
CTs are connected to phase A and B only. Phase C input is left
A and B Only
open. The value for phase C is calculated by the PQM II.
CTs are connected to phase A and C only. Phase B input is left
A and C Only
open. The value for phase B is calculated by the PQM II.
CT is connected to phase A only. Phase B and C inputs are left
A Only
open. The values for phase B and C are calculated by the PQM II.
If the “A and B Only”, “A and C Only”, or “A Only” connection is selected, the neutral
sensing must be accomplished with a separate CT.
• PHASE CT PRIMARY: Enter the primary current rating of the phase current
transformers. All three phase CTs must have the same rating. For example, if 500:5 CTs
are used, the PHASE CT PRIMARY value is entered as “500”. The PHASE CT PRIMARY factory
default is “Off”. While set to “Off”, the PQM II is forced to an alarm state as a safety
precaution until a valid CT value is entered. Ensure that the CT is connected to the
correct 1 or 5 A terminals to match the CT secondary.
• NEUTRAL CURRENT SENSING: Neutral current sensing can be accomplished by using
a separate external CT connection or by calculations. Select “Separate CT” when using
an external CT. If “Calculated” is selected, the PQM II calculates the neutral current
using the vector sum of Ia + Ib + Ic = In. If a residual connection is required using the
PQM II internal CT, the neutral CT primary must be the same as the phase CT primary
to ensure correct readings.
• NEUTRAL CT PRIMARY: This message is visible only if the neutral current sensing
setpoint is set to “Separate CT”. Enter the CT primary current. For example, if a 50:5 CT
is installed for neutral sensing enter 50. One amp CTs can also be used for neutral
sensing.
• VT WIRING: Enter the VT connection of the system in this setpoint. The three possible
wiring configurations are Wye, Delta, and Single Phase. If the system to be measured
has a Wye connection:
Wye Connection Usage
3 Wire Direct For systems that are 600 V or less and
directly connected to the PQM II
4 Wire Wye Direct For systems that are 600 V or less and
directly connected to the PQM II
4 Wire Wye / 3 VTs For systems with external VTs
4 Wire Wye /2 VTs For systems with external VTs
The VT NOMINAL SECONDARY VOLTAGE setpoint is replaced by NOMINAL DIRECT INPUT VOLTAGE.
With external VTs (depending upon how many external VTs are used), the “4 Wire Wye
/ 3 VTs” or “4 Wire Wye / 2 VTs” value must be selected. Note that when using the “4
Wire Wye / 2 VTs” value, only two voltages are measured; the third voltage is
calculated on the assumption that Van + Vbn + Vcn = 0. This assumption is valid only
for balanced system voltages.
If the system to be measured has a Delta connection:,
Delta Connection
3 Wire Delta / 2 VTs
The PQM II accepts input voltages from 0 to 600 V AC between any two of the voltage
terminals (V1, V2, V3, and Vn). These inputs can be directly connected or supplied via
external VTs. External VTs are required for input voltages greater than 600 V AC (line-
to-line). When measuring line-to-line quantities using inputs V1, V2 and V3, ensure
that the voltage common input Vn is grounded. This input is used as a reference for
measuring the voltage inputs.
All connections to the PQM II voltage inputs should be connected using HRC fuses
rated at 2 amps to ensure adequate interrupting capacity.
• VT RATIO: Enter the voltage transformer ratio. All three voltage inputs must be of the
same rating. For example, if 4200:120 VTs are used, the VT RATIO should be 4200 / 120 =
35.0:1. This setpoint is not visible if VT WIRING is set to “3 Wire Direct”, “4 Wire Direct”, or
“Single Phase Direct”.
• VT NOMINAL SECONDARY VOLTAGE: Enter the nominal secondary of the VTs. If the
voltage inputs are directly connected, enter the nominal system voltage that will be
applied to the PQM II. This setpoint is not visible if the VT WIRING is set to “3 Wire Direct”,
“4 Wire Direct”, or “Single Phase Direct”. This value is used to scale an analog output
that is assigned to display voltage as a percentage of nominal.
• NOMINAL DIRECT INPUT VOLTAGE: This setpoint is displayed only if VT WIRING is
selected as a direct connection. The nominal direct input voltage must be entered in
this message. This value will be used to scale an analog output that is assigned to
display voltage as a percentage of nominal.
• NOMINAL SYSTEM FREQUENCY: Enter the nominal system frequency. The PQM II
measures frequency from the Van voltage and adjusts its internal sampling to best fit
the measured frequency. If the Van input is unavailable, the PQM II will assume the
frequency entered here.
Analog Outputs
PATH: SETPOINTS S2 SYSTEM SETUP ANALOG OUTPUT 1(4)
ANALOG [] ANALOG OUTPUT RANGE: Range: 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA. Seen only in
OUTPUT 1 4-20 mA the Analog Output 1 menu.
The PQM II has four (4) Analog Outputs configured through four setpoints pages. The
ANALOG OUTPUT RANGE setpoint appears in the Analog Output 1 setpoints page only and
applies to all four outputs.
• ANALOG OUTPUT RANGE: If the T20 option is installed, the Analog Outputs can be
configured to operate as 4 to 20 mA current sources or 0 to 20 mA current sources. All
four Analog Outputs will operate in the range defined by this setpoint.
• ANALOG OUTPUT 1(4) MAIN / ANALOG OUTPUT 1(4) ALT: If the PQM II is used in
conjunction with programmable controllers, automated equipment, or a chart
recorder, the analog outputs can be used for continuous monitoring. Although
parameters can be selected for continuous analog output, all values are available
digitally through the communications interface. Applications include using a
computer to automatically shed loads as the frequency decreases by monitoring
frequency or a chart recorder to plot the loading of a system in a particular process.
Each of the analog outputs can be assigned to two of the parameters listed in the
Analog Output Parameters table. The analog output main selection is the default
selection and a programmable switch input can be programmed to multiplex the
ANALOG OUTPUT 1(4) ALT selection to the same output depending upon the open or closed
state of the switch input. See Switch Inputs for details about configuring a switch
input. If no switch input is assigned as an analog output multiplexer, the analog output
main selection will be the only parameter which appears at the analog output
terminals. The ability to multiplex two different analog output quantities on one
analog output effectively gives the PQM II eight analog outputs. The table below
shows the criteria used by the PQM II to decide whether the output is based on MAIN
or ALT settings.
• MAIN/ALT 4 mA VALUE: This message appears for each analog output and allows the
user to assign a numeric value which corresponds to the 4 mA end of the 4 to 20 mA
signal range (T20 option) or the 0 mA end of the 0 to 1 mA signal range (T1 option). The
numeric value range will depend upon which parameter is selected. See the Analog
Output Parameters table below for details. Note that if the T20 option is installed and
the ANALOG OUTPUT RANGE setpoint is set to “0-20 mA”, this message represents the 0 mA
end of the signal range.
‘Main’ Output
Condition Present ‘Alt’ Parameter
Parameter Based On
anything other
Any condition “Not Used” than “Not Alt
Used”
anything other
Switch assigned to SELECT ANALOG “Not Used” than “Not Alt
OUTPUT and is disabled
Used”
anything other
Switch assigned to SELECT ANALOG any than “Not Alt
OUTPUT and is enabled
Used”
• MAIN/ALT 20 mA VALUE: This message appears for each analog output and allows
the user to assign a numeric value which corresponds to the 20 mA end of the 4 to 20
mA signal range (T20 option) or the 1 mA end of the 0 to 1 mA signal range (T1 option).
The numeric value range will depend upon which parameter is selected. See the
Analog Output Parameters table below.
If the 4 mA (or 0 mA) value is programmed to be higher than the 20 mA (or 1 mA) value,
the analog output will decrease towards 4 mA (or 0 mA) as the value increases and the
analog output will increase towards 20 mA (or 1 mA) as the value decreases. If the 4
mA (or 0 mA) and 20 mA (or 1 mA) values are programmed to an identical value, the
output will always be 4 mA (or 0 mA).
When the Analog Output parameter is set to “Serial Control”, the analog output(s)
reflect a value in proportion to the serial value written to a specific register within the
PQM II memory map. The locations are as described in the table below.
Analog Input
PATH: SETPOINTS S2 SYSTEM SETUP ANALOG INPUT
ANALOG INPUT [] ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT Range: Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off.
SELECT RELAY: OFF
ANALOG IN MAIN NAME: Range: 20 alphanumeric characters
MESSAGE
MAIN ANALOG INPUT
ANALOG IN MAIN Range: 10 alphanumeric characters
MESSAGE
UNITS: Units
MAIN 4 mA VALUE: Range: 0 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
0
MAIN 20 mA VALUE: Range: 0 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
0
ANALOG IN MAIN: Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
ANALOG IN MAIN LEVEL: Range: 0 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
100 Units
ANALOG IN MAIN Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 1
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
ANALOG IN ALT NAME: Range: 20 alphanumeric characters
MESSAGE
ALT ANALOG INPUT
ANALOG IN ALT Range: 10 alphanumeric characters
MESSAGE
UNITS: Units
ALT 4 mA VALUE: Range: 0 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
0
ALT 20 mA VALUE: Range: 0 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
0
ANALOG IN ALT: Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
ANALOG IN ALT LEVEL: Range: 0 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
100
ANALOG IN ALT Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 1
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
• ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT SELECT RELAY: Select the output relay that is to be used to
multiplex two analog input signals to the PQM II. If this setpoint is “Off”, the MAIN analog
input setpoints will be used unless a switch input assigned to SELECT ANALOG INPUT is
activated. For more information on multiplexing two analog inputs using one of the
PQM II output relays, refer to Switch Inputs (Optional).
• ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT NAME: This message allows the user to input a user defined 20
character alphanumeric name for the MAIN and ALT analog inputs. To enter the names,
perform the following steps:
Allow access to setpoints by enabling setpoint access.
Select the Analog Input name message display under the S2 SYSTEM
SETUP ANALOG INPUT setpoints group.
Use the VALUE keys to change the blinking character over the
cursor. A space is selected like a character.
Press the ENTER key to store the character and advance the cursor
to the next position. To skip over a character press the ENTER key.
Continue entering characters and spaces until the desired message
is displayed. If a character is entered incorrectly, press the ENTER
key repeatedly until the cursor returns to the incorrect position and
re-enter the character.
• ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT UNITS: This message allows the user to input a user defined 10
character alphanumeric name for the MAIN and ALT units. To enter the units, perform
the same steps as shown for analog input name.
• MAIN/ALT 4 mA VALUE: This message appears for each analog input and allows the
user to assign a numeric value which corresponds to the 4 mA end of the 4 to 20 mA
signal range.
• MAIN/ALT 20 mA VALUE: This message appears for each analog input and allows the
user to assign a numeric value which corresponds to the 20 mA end of the 4 to 20 mA
signal range.
• ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT RELAY: Analog input MAIN and ALT detection can either be
disabled, used as an alarm or as a process control. Set this setpoint to OFF if the
feature is not required. Selecting “Alarm” causes the alarm relay to activate and
displays an alarm message whenever a MAIN or ALT analog input condition exists.
Selecting an auxiliary relay causes the selected auxiliary relay to activate with no
message displayed. This is intended for process control.
• ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT LEVEL: When the measured MAIN or ALT analog input meets or
exceeds the level set by this setpoint, a MAIN or ALT analog input condition will occur.
• ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT DELAY: If the MAIN or ALT analog input meets or exceeds the
ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT LEVEL setpoint value and remains this way for the time delay
programmed in this setpoint, an analog input condition will occur. If the ANALOG IN
MAIN/ALT RELAY setpoint is set to “Alarm”, the alarm relay will activate and the ANALOG
IN MAIN/ALT ALARM message will be displayed. If the setpoint ANALOG IN MAIN/ALT
RELAY is set to “Aux1”, “Aux2”, or “Aux3”, the respective auxiliary relay will activate and
no message will be displayed after the delay expires.
Switch Inputs
PATH: SETPOINTS S2 SYSTEM SETUP SWITCH INPUT A(D)
There are four (4) Switch Inputs, denoted as Switch Input A, B, C, and D.
• SWITCH A(D) NAME: This message allows the user to input a user defined 20-
character alphanumeric name for each switch input. To enter a switch name, perform
the following steps:
Allow access to setpoints by enabling setpoint access.
Select the switch input message display under the subgroup S2
SYSTEM SETUP SWITCH INPUT A .
Use the VALUE keys to change the blinking character over the
cursor. A space is selected like a character.
Press the ENTER key to store the character and advance the cursor
to the next position. To skip over a character press the ENTER key.
Continue entering characters and spaces until the desired message
is displayed. If a character is entered incorrectly, press the ENTER
key repeatedly to return the cursor to the position of the error, and
re-enter the character.
• SWITCH A(D) FUNCTION: Select the required function for each switch input. See
Switch Inputs (Optional) on page 2–12 for a description of each function. The “New
Demand Period”, “Setpoint Access”, “Select Analog Out”, “Select Analog In”, “Pulse Input
1", “Pulse Input 2", “Pulse Input 3", “Pulse Input 4", “Clear Energy” and “Clear Demand”
functions can be assigned to only one switch input at a time. If an attempt is made to
assign one of these functions to more than one input, the THIS SWITCH FUNCTION
ALREADY ASSIGNED flash message will be displayed. If an attempt is made via the
serial port, no flash message will appear but an error code will be returned.
The range of functions for the SWITCH A(D) FUNCTION setpoint is: Not Used, Alarm, Aux1,
Aux2, Aux3, New Demand Period, Setpoint Access, Select Analog Out, Select Analog In,
Pulse Input 1, Pulse Input 2, Pulse Input 3, Pulse Input 4, Clear Energy, Clear Demand.
• SWITCH A(D) ACTIVATION: This setpoint determines the operating sequence of the
switch. Select “Open” if a switch activation is required for a switch input transition of
closed to open. Select “Closed” if a switch activation is required for a switch input
transition of open to closed.
• SWITCH A(D) TIME DELAY: If the switch input function is assigned to “Alarm”, “Aux1”,
“Aux2”, or “Aux3”, this message will be displayed. Enter the required time delay in this
message.
Pulse Output
PATH: SETPOINTS S2 SYSTEM SETUP PULSE OUTPUT
PULSE OUTPUT [] POS kWh PULSE OUTPUT Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
RELAY: OFF
POS kWh PULSE OUTPUT Range: 1 to 65000 kWh in steps of 1
MESSAGE
INTERVAL: 100 kWh
NEG kWh PULSE OUTPUT Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: Off
NEG kWh PULSE OUTPUT Range: 1 to 65000 kWh in steps of 1
MESSAGE
INTERVAL: 100 kWh
POS kvarh PULSE OUTPUT Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
POS kvarh PULSE OUTPUT Range: 1 to 65000 kvarh in steps of 1
MESSAGE
INTERVAL: 100 kvarh
NEG kvarh PULSE OUTPUT Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
NEG kvarh PULSE OUTPUT Range: 1 to 65000 kvarh in steps of 1
MESSAGE
INTERVAL: 100 kvarh
kVAh PULSE OUTPUT Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
kVAh PULSE OUTPUT Range: 1 to 65000 kVAh in steps of 1
MESSAGE
INTERVAL: 100 kVAh
PULSE WIDTH: Range: 100 to 2000 ms in steps of 10
MESSAGE
100 ms
• kWh / kvarh / kVAh PULSE OUTPUT RELAY: Five pulse output parameters can be
assigned to the alarm or auxiliary relays. They are positive kWh, negative kWh,
positive kvarh, negative kvarh, and kVAh. Enter the desired relay to which each
parameter is assigned. Select “Off” if a particular output parameter is not required.
• KWh / kvarh / kVAh PULSE OUTPUT INTERVAL: Enter the interval for the appropriate
quantity at which the relay pulse will occur. The pulse width is set by the PULSE WIDTH
setpoint described below. If the pulse interval is set to “100 kWh”, one pulse will
indicate that 100kWh has been accumulated.
• PULSE WIDTH: This setpoint determines the duration of each pulse as shown in the
figure below.
PULSE
WIDTH
Pulse Input
PATH: SETPOINTS S2 SYSTEM SETUP PULSE INPUT
Data Logger
PATH: SETPOINTS S2 SYSTEM SETUP DATA LOGGER
The data logger operation is only configurable using the EnerVista PQM Setup Software.
On occasions it may be necessary to stop the data loggers using the PQM II keypad and
then a computer to extract the logged information. The STOP DATA LOG 1(2) setpoints allow
the user to stop the respective data log. These setpoints also display the current status of
the respective data logger. Refer to Data Logger Implementation for a detailed
implementation description.
Voltage Disturbance
PATH: SETPOINTS S2 SYSTEM SETUP VOLTAGE DIST. RECORDER
• SAG LEVEL: When the voltage on any phase drops below this level a Sag condition
occurs. During this condition, the average voltage and duration of the disturbance are
calculated. The condition ends when the level increases to at least 10% of nominal
plus pickup of the SAG LEVEL setting. This hysteresis is implemented to avoid nuisance
alarms due to voltage fluctuations. If the duration logged was less then or equal to 1
minute an event with a sag type will be logged. If the duration was greater then 1
minute an event with an undervoltage type will be logged when this feature is
configured.
• SWELL LEVEL: When the voltage on any phase increases above this level a swell
condition occurs. During a swell condition the average voltage and duration of the
disturbance are calculated. To end a Swell condition the level must decrease to pickup
minus 10% of nominal of the SWELL LEVEL setting. This hysteresis is implemented to
avoid nuisance alarms due to voltage fluctuations. If the duration logged was less
then or equal to 1 minute an event with a swell type will be logged. If the duration was
greater then 1 minute an event with an overvoltage type will be logged when this
feature is configured.
S3 Output Relays
Description
Output relay operation in the PQM II occurs in either ‘failsafe’ or ‘non-failsafe’ modes, as
defined below:
• Non-failsafe: The relay coil is not energized in its non-active state. Loss of control
power will cause the relay to remain in the non-active state. That is, a non-failsafe
alarm relay will not cause an alarm on loss of control power. Contact configuration in
the Wiring Diagrams is shown with relays programmed non-failsafe and control
power not applied.
• Failsafe: The relay coil is energized in its non-active state. Loss of control power will
cause the relay to go into its active state. That is, a failsafe alarm relay will cause an
alarm on loss of control power. Contact configuration is opposite to that shown in the
Wiring Diagrams for relays programmed as failsafe when control power is applied.
Alarm Relay
PATH: SETPOINTS S3 OUTPUT RELAYS ALARM RELAY
• ALARM OPERATION: The terms ‘failsafe’ and ‘non-failsafe’ are defined above as
implemented in the PQM II. If an alarm is required when the PQM II is not operational
due to a loss of control power, select failsafe operation. Otherwise, choose non-
failsafe.
• ALARM ACTIVATION: If an alarm indication is required only while an alarm is present,
select unlatched. Once the alarm condition disappears, the alarm and associated
message automatically clear. To ensure all alarms are acknowledged, select latched.
Even if an alarm condition is no longer present, the alarm relay and message can only
be cleared by pressing the key or by sending the reset command via the computer.
Auxiliary Relays
PATH: SETPOINTS S3 OUTPUT RELAYS AUXILIARY RELAY 1(3)
The PQM II contains three (3) auxiliary relays, denoted as Aux1 through Aux3. The terms
‘failsafe’ and ‘non-failsafe’ are defined in the previous section.
• AUXILIARY 1(3) OPERATION: If an output is required when the PQM II is not operational
due to a loss of control power, select failsafe auxiliary operation, otherwise, choose
non-failsafe.
• AUXILIARY 1(3) ACTIVATION: If an auxiliary relay output is only required while the
selected conditions are present, select “Unlatched”. Once the selected condition
disappears, the auxiliary relay returns to the non-active state. To ensure all conditions
are acknowledged, select “Latched”. If the condition is no longer present, the auxiliary
relay can be reset by pressing the key or by sending the reset command via the
computer.
The PQM II uses a priority system to determine which function will control the relays if they
happen to be assigned to more than one function.
The Pulse Output function has the highest activation priority, followed by the Analog Input
Main/Alt Select functions. The alarm functions have the lowest priority. For example, if a
relay is assigned to an alarm function and also assigned to one of the pulse output
parameters, it only responds to the pulse output function.
S4 Alarms/Control
Current/Voltage Alarms
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL CURRENT/VOLTAGE
• DETECT I/V ALARMS USING PERCENTAGE: When “Yes” is selected, all current and
voltage alarms can be set in percentages of CT and VT. When “No” is selected, all
current and voltage alarms are actual voltage and current levels.
• PHASE UNDERCURRENT RELAY: Undercurrent can be disabled, used as an alarm, or
as a process control feature. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not required.
Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message whenever
an undercurrent condition exists. Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the selected
auxiliary relay for an undercurrent condition but no message will be displayed. This is
intended for process control.
• PHASE UNDERCURRENT LEVEL: When the average three phase current drops to or
below the level set by this setpoint, a phase undercurrent condition will occur. Refer to
the DETECT UNDERCURRENT WHEN 0A setpoint description below to enable/disable
undercurrent detection below 5% of CT.
• PHASE UNDERCURRENT DELAY: If the average phase current is less than or equal to
the PHASE UNDERCURRENT LEVEL setpoint value for the time delay programmed in this
setpoint, a phase undercurrent condition will occur.
• DETECT UNDERCURRENT WHEN 0A: If this setpoint is set to “Yes”, undercurrent will be
detected if the average phase current drops below 5% of CT. If the setting is “No”, the
undercurrent detection is only enabled if the average phase current is equal to or
above 5% of CT.
• PHASE OVERCURRENT RELAY: Overcurrent can either be disabled, used as an alarm
or as a process control. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not required. Selecting
“Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message whenever an
overcurrent condition exists. Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the auxiliary relay
for an overcurrent condition but no message will be displayed. This is intended for
process control.
• PHASE OVERCURRENT LEVEL: When the average (or maximum, see below) three
phase current equals or exceeds the level set by this setpoint, a phase overcurrent
condition will occur.
• PHASE OVERCURRENT DELAY: If the average (or maximum, see below) phase current
equals or exceeds the PHASE OVERCURRENT LEVEL setpoint value and remains this way for
the time delay programmed in this setpoint, a phase overcurrent condition will occur.
• PHASE OVERCURRENT ACTIVATION: The Phase Overcurrent function can use either
the average phase current or the maximum of the three phase currents. This setpoint
determines which is used.
• NEUTRAL OVERCURRENT RELAY: Neutral overcurrent can be disabled, used as an
alarm, or used as a process control. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not
required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message
whenever a neutral overcurrent condition exists. Selecting an auxiliary relay activates
the auxiliary relay for a neutral overcurrent condition but no message will be
displayed. This is intended for process control.
• NEUTRAL OVERCURRENT LEVEL: When the neutral current equals or exceeds the level
set by this setpoint, a neutral overcurrent condition will occur.
• NEUTRAL OVERCURRENT DELAY: If the neutral current greater than or equal to the
NEUTRAL OVERCURRENT LEVEL setpoint value for the time delay programmed in this
setpoint, a neutral overcurrent condition will occur.
• UNDERVOLTAGE RELAY: Undervoltage can either be disabled, used as an alarm, or as
a process control. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not required. Selecting
“Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message whenever an
undervoltage condition exists. Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the auxiliary relay
for an undervoltage condition but no message will be displayed. This is intended for
process control.
• UNDERVOLTAGE LEVEL: When the voltage on one, two, or three phases drops to or
below this level, an undervoltage condition occurs. The required number of phases is
determined by the PHASES REQUIRED FOR U/V OPERATION setpoint. To clear the
undervoltage condition, the level must increase to 103% of the UNDERVOLTAGE LEVEL
setting. For example, if the UNDERVOLTAGE LEVEL is “4000 V”, the condition clears when
the voltage in the appropriate phase(s) increases above 4120 V (4000 × 1.03). This
hysteresis is implemented to avoid nuisance alarms due to voltage fluctuations.
• UNDERVOLTAGE DELAY: If the voltage drops to or below the UNDERVOLTAGE LEVEL
setpoint value and remains this way for the time delay programmed in this setpoint,
an undervoltage condition will occur.
• PHASES REQ’D FOR U/V OPERATION: Select the minimum number of phases on which
the undervoltage condition must be detected before the selected output relay will
operate. This setpoint is not visible if VT WIRING is set to “Single Phase Direct”.
• DETECT UNDERVOLTAGE BELOW 20V: If an indication is required for loss of voltage,
select “Yes”. If “No” is selected and any one of the voltage inputs has less than 20 V
applied, the undervoltage feature will be disabled.
• OVERVOLTAGE RELAY: Overvoltage can either be disabled, used as an alarm, or as a
process control. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not required. Selecting “Alarm”
activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message whenever an overvoltage
condition exists. Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the auxiliary relay for an
overvoltage condition but no message will be displayed. This is intended for process
control.
• OVERVOLTAGE LEVEL: When the voltage on one, two, or three phases equals or
exceeds the level determined with this setpoint, an overvoltage condition occurs. The
required number of phases is determined by the PHASES REQUIRED FOR O/V OPERATION
setpoint. To clear the overvoltage condition, the level must decrease to 97% of the
OVERVOLTAGE LEVEL setting. For example, if the OVERVOLTAGE LEVEL is set to “4200 V”, the
condition clears when the voltage in the appropriate phase(s) goes below 4074 V
(4200 × 0.97). This hysteresis is implemented to avoid nuisance alarms due to voltage
fluctuations.
• OVERVOLTAGE DELAY: If the voltage equals or exceeds the OVERVOLTAGE LEVEL setpoint
value for the time delay programmed in this setpoint, an overvoltage condition will
occur.
• PHASES REQ’D FOR O/V OPERATION: Select the minimum number of phases on which
the overvoltage condition must be detected before the selected output relay
operates. This setpoint is not visible if VT WIRING is set to “Single Phase Direct”.
• CURRENT UNBALANCE RELAY: Current unbalance is calculated as the maximum
deviation from the average divided by the average three phase current. Current
unbalance can either be disabled, used as an alarm, or as a process control. Set this
setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm
relay and displays an alarm message whenever a current unbalance condition exists.
Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the auxiliary relay for a current unbalance
condition but no message will be displayed. This is intended for process control.
• CURRENT UNBALANCE LEVEL: When the current unbalance equals or exceeds this
level, a current unbalance condition will occur. See Current Metering for details on the
method of calculation.
• CURRENT UNBALANCE DELAY: If the current unbalance equals or exceeds the
CURRENT UNBALANCE LEVEL value for the time delay programmed in this setpoint, a
current unbalance condition occurs.
• VOLTAGE UNBALANCE RELAY: Voltage unbalance is calculated as the maximum
deviation from the average divided by the average three phase voltage. Voltage
unbalance can either be disabled, used as an alarm, or as a process control. Set this
setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm
relay and displays an alarm message whenever a voltage unbalance condition exists.
Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the auxiliary relay for a voltage unbalance
condition but no message will be displayed. This is intended for process control.
• VOLTAGE UNBALANCE LEVEL: When the voltage unbalance equals or exceeds this
level, a voltage unbalance condition occurs. See Voltage Metering for details on the
method of calculation.
• VOLTAGE UNBALANCE DELAY: If the voltage unbalance equals or exceeds the VOLTAGE
UNBALANCE LEVEL setpoint value and remains this way for the time delay programmed
in this setpoint, a voltage unbalance condition will occur.
• VOLTAGE PHASE REVERSAL: Under normal operating conditions, the PQM II expects to
see the voltages connected with a 1-2-3 or A-B-C sequence. If the voltages are
connected with the wrong sequence (e.g. 2-1-3 or B-A-C), a voltage phase reversal
condition will occur. A minimum of 20 V must be applied to the PQM II on all voltage
inputs before the phase reversal feature will operate.
A phase reversal condition is determined by looking at the phase angle at the
occurrence of the peak sample of phase B voltage and subtracting it from the phase
angle at the peak sample of phase A voltage (phase A angle – phase B angle). This
angle is averaged over several cycles before deciding on the condition to avoid any
false triggering of the feature. Only two phases are required to detect phase reversal
because all phase reversal conditions can be covered without the use of the third
phase. The angle to detect phase reversal will vary depending on the connection
being used as described below.
For “4-Wire Wye / 3 VTs”, “4 Wire Wye / 2 VTs”, “4 Wire Direct”, and “3 Wire Direct”
connections, the phase reversal function operates when the angle between phase A and B
becomes ≤ –150° or ≥ –90° as shown below.
Vc(a or n) = –240°
Va(b or n) = 0° (reference)
Vb(c or n) – 30°
Vb(c or n) = –120°
shaded area = angle tolerance allowed
Vb(c or n) + 30° before phase reversal will occur
FIGURE 5–3: Phase Reversal for 4-wire and 3-wire Direct Connections
For the “3 Wire Delta / 2 VTs” connection, the phase reversal function operates when the
angle between phase A and B is ≤30° or ≥90° as shown below.
Vcb + 30°
shaded area = angle tolerance
allowed before phase reversal Vcb = 60°
will occur
Vcb – 30°
Vab = 0° (reference)
Vbc = –120°
FIGURE 5–4: Phase Reversal for 3-wire Delta (2 VTs Open-Delta) Wiring
When the “Single Phase Direct” connection is used the phase reversal feature will never
operate.
• VOLTAGE PHASE REVERSAL DELAY: If a voltage phase reversal exists for the time
programmed in this setpoint a voltage phase reversal condition will occur.
Please note that the terms undervoltage and overvoltage used for alarm, are generic
regardless of sag/swell or undervotlage/overvoltage conditions based on duration of the
voltage disturbance
Harmonic Distortion
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
TOTAL HARMONIC [] AVERAGE CURRENT THD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
DISTORTION RELAY: OFF
AVERAGE CURRENT THD Range: 0.5 to 100.0% in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 10.0 %
AVERAGE CURRENT THD Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
AVERAGE VOLTAGE THD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
AVERAGE VOLTAGE THD Range: 0.5 to 100.0% in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 10.0 %
AVERAGE VOLTAGE THD Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
• AVERAGE CURRENT THD RELAY: Excessive phase current THD detection can either be
disabled, used as an alarm, or as a process control. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the
feature is not required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an
alarm message whenever an excessive average current THD condition exists.
Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the auxiliary relay, but no message will be
displayed. This is intended for process control.
• AVERAGE CURRENT THD LEVEL: When the measured average current THD exceeds
this setpoint value, an average current THD condition occurs.
• AVERAGE CURRENT THD DELAY: If the average current THD exceeds the AVERAGE
CURRENT THD LEVEL for the time delay programmed in this setpoint, an average current
THD condition occurs.
• AVERAGE VOLTAGE THD RELAY: Average voltage THD detection can either be
disabled, used as an alarm or as a process control. Set this setpoint to off if the feature
is not required. Selecting alarm relay will cause the alarm relay to activate and display
an alarm message whenever an average voltage THD condition exists. Selecting
auxiliary relay will cause the auxiliary relay to activate, but no message will be
displayed. This is intended for process control.
• AVERAGE VOLTAGE THD LEVEL: When the measured average voltage THD equals or
exceeds this setpoint value, an Average Voltage THD condition occurs.
• AVERAGE VOLTAGE THD DELAY: If the average voltage THD equals or exceeds the
AVERAGE VOLTAGE THD LEVEL value and remains this way for the time delay programmed
in this setpoint, an Average Voltage THD condition will occur.
Frequency
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL FREQUENCY
Power Alarms
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL POWER
• POWER ALARMS LEVEL BASE UNIT(S): This setpoint is used to select the base unit
multiplier for all power alarms. When set to kW/kvar, all power alarm levels can be set
in terms of kW and kvar with a step value of 1 kW/kvar. When set to MW/Mvar, all
power alarm levels can be set in terms of MW and Mvar with a step value of 0.01 MW/
Mvar.
• POSITIVE/NEGATIVE REAL POWER RELAY: The positive and negative real power level
detection can be disabled, used as an alarm, or used as a process control. The “Off”
setting disables this feature. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays
an alarm message whenever a positive/negative real power level exceeds the
selected level. Selecting an auxiliary relay activates the auxiliary relay for a set level of
positive/negative real power but no message will be displayed. This is intended for
process control.
• POSITIVE/NEGATIVE REAL POWER LEVEL: When the three phase real power equals or
exceeds the level defined by this setpoint, an excess positive/negative real power
condition will occur.
Power Factor
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL POWER FACTOR
POWER FACTOR [] POWER FACTOR LEAD 1 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
RELAY: OFF
POWER FACTOR LEAD 1 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
PICKUP ≤ 0.99
POWER FACTOR LEAD 1 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
DROPOUT ≥ 1.00
POWER FACTOR LEAD 1 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
POWER FACTOR LAG 1 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: Off
POWER FACTOR LAG 1 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
PICKUP ≤ 0.99
POWER FACTOR LAG 1 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
DROPOUT ≥ 1.00
POWER FACTOR LAG 1 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
POWER FACTOR LEAD 2 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
POWER FACTOR LEAD 2 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
PICKUP ≤ 0.99
POWER FACTOR LEAD 2 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
DROPOUT ≥ 1.00
POWER FACTOR LEAD 2 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
POWER FACTOR LAG 2 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
POWER FACTOR LAG 2 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
PICKUP ≤ 0.99
POWER FACTOR LAG 2 Range: 0.50 to 1.00 in steps of 0.01
MESSAGE
DROPOUT ≥ 1.00
POWER FACTOR LAG 2 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
It is generally desirable for a system operator to maintain the power factor as close to
unity as possible (that is, to make the real power of the system as close as possible to the
apparent power) to minimize both costs and voltage excursions. On dedicated circuits such
as some large motors, with a near-fixed load, a capacitor bank may be switched on or off
with the motor to supply leading vars to compensate for the lagging vars required by the
motor. Since the power factor is variable on common non-dedicated circuits, it is
advantageous to compensate for low (lagging) power factor values by connecting a
capacitor bank to the circuit when required. The PQM II provides power factor monitoring
and allows two stages of capacitance switching for power factor compensation.
The PQM II calculates the average power factor in the three phases, according to the
following equation:
Total 3-phase Real Power
Average Power Factor = ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- (EQ 5.2)
Total 3-phase Apparent Power
Two independent ‘elements’ are available for monitoring power factor, Power Factor 1 and
Power Factor 2, each having a pickup and a dropout level. For each element, when the
measured power factor is equal to or becomes more lagging than the pickup level (i.e.
numerically less than), the PQM II will operate a user-selected output relay. This output can
be used to control a switching device which connects capacitance to the circuit, or to
signal an alarm to the system operator. After entering this state, when the power factor
becomes less lagging than the power factor dropout level, the PQM II will reset the output
relay to the non-operated state.
Both Power Factor 1 and 2 features are inhibited from operating unless all three voltages
are above 20% of nominal and one or more currents is above 0. Power factor 1 and 2 delay
timers will be allowed to time only when the 20% threshold is exceeded on all phases (and,
of course, only while the power factor remains outside of the programmed pickup and
dropout levels). In the same way, when a power factor condition starts the power factor 1
or 2 delay timer, if all three phase voltages fall below the 20% threshold before the timer
has timed-out, the element will reset without operating. A loss of voltage during any state
will return both Power Factor 1 and 2 to the reset state.
• POWER FACTOR LEAD 1(2) RELAY: Power factor detection can either be disabled, used
as an alarm or as a process control. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not
required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message
when the power factor is more leading than the level set. Selecting “Aux1”, “Aux2”, or
“Aux3” activates the respective auxiliary relay when the power factor is equal to or
more leading than the level set, but no message will be displayed. This is intended for
process control. A minimum of 20 V applied must exist on all voltage inputs before this
feature will operate.
• POWER FACTOR LEAD 1(2) PICKUP: When a leading power factor equals or exceeds
the level set by this setpoint, a Power Factor Lead 1(2) condition will occur.
• POWER FACTOR LEAD 1(2) DROPOUT: When a leading power factor drops below this
level, the Power Factor Lead 1(2) condition will drop out.
• POWER FACTOR LEAD 1(2) DELAY: If the power factor equals or exceeds the POWER
FACTOR LEAD 1(2) PICKUP setpoint value and remains this way for the time delay
programmed in this setpoint, a Power Factor Lead 1(2) condition will occur.
If the power factor drops below the POWER FACTOR LEAD 1(2) DROPOUT setpoint value, the
power factor lead 1(2) condition will drop out. If the POWER FACTOR LEAD 1(2) RELAY
setpoint is set to “Alarm”, the alarm relay will deactivate and the POWER FACTOR
LEAD 1(2) ALARM message will be cleared. If the POWER FACTOR LEAD 1(2) RELAY
setpoint is set to “Aux1”, “Aux2”, or “Aux3,” the respective auxiliary relay deactivates.
• POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2) RELAY: Power factor detection can either be disabled, used
as an alarm or as a process control. Set this setpoint to “Off” if the feature is not
required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message
when the power factor is more lagging than the level set. Selecting “Aux1”, “Aux2”, or
“Aux3” activates the respective auxiliary relay when the power factor is equal to or
more lagging than the level set, but no message will be displayed. This is intended for
process control. A minimum of 20 V applied must exist on all voltage inputs before this
feature will operate.
• POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2) PICKUP: When a lagging power factor equals or exceeds the
level set by this setpoint, a Power Factor Lag 1(2) condition will occur.
• POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2) DROPOUT: When a lagging power factor drops below this
level, the Power Factor Lag 1(2) condition will drop out.
• POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2) DELAY: If the power factor equals or exceeds the POWER
FACTOR LAG 1/2 PICKUP setpoint value and remains this way for the time delay
programmed in this setpoint, a Power Factor Lag 1(2) condition will occur.
If the power factor drops below the POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2) DROPOUT setpoint value, the
Power Factor 1(2) lag condition will drop out. If the POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2) RELAY setpoint
is set to “Alarm”, the alarm relay will deactivate and the POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2)
ALARM message will be cleared. If the POWER FACTOR LAG 1(2) RELAY setpoint is set to
“Aux1”, “Aux2”. or “Aux3”, the respective auxiliary relay will deactivate.
Demand Alarms
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL DEMAND
DEMAND [] PHASE A CURRENT DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
RELAY: OFF
PHASE A CURRENT DMD Range: 10 to 7500 A in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 100 A
PHASE B CURRENT DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
PHASE B CURRENT DMD Range: 10 to 7500 A in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 100 A
PHASE C CURRENT DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
PHASE C CURRENT DMD Range: 10 to 7500 A in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 100 A
NEUTRAL CURRENT DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
NEUTRAL CURRENT DMD Range: 10 to 7500 A in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 100 A
3Φ POS REAL PWR DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
3Φ POS REAL PWR DMD Range: 1 to 65000 kW in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 1000 kW
3Φ POS REACT PWR DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
3Φ POS REACT PWR DMD Range: 1 to 65000 kvar in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 1000 kvar
3Φ NEG REAL PWR DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
3Φ NEG REAL PWR DMD Range: 1 to 65000 kW in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 1000 kW
3Φ NEG REACT PWR DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
3Φ NEG REACT PWR DMD Range: 1 to 65000 kvar in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 1000 kvar
3Φ APPARENT PWR DMD Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
3Φ APPARENT PWR DMD Range: 1 to 65000 kVA in steps of 1
MESSAGE
LEVEL ≥ 1000 kVA
Pulse Input
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL PULSE INPUT
PULSE INPUT [] PULSE INPUT 1 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
RELAY: OFF
PULSE INPUT 1 LEVEL Range: 1 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
≥ 100 Units
PULSE INPUT 1 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
PULSE INPUT 2 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
PULSE INPUT 2 LEVEL Range: 1 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
≥ 100 Units
PULSE INPUT 2 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
PULSE INPUT 3 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
PULSE INPUT 3 LEVEL Range: 1 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
≥ 100 Units
PULSE INPUT 3 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
PULSE INPUT 4 Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
PULSE INPUT 4 LEVEL Range: 1 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
≥ 100 Units
PULSE INPUT 4 Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
TOTALIZED PULSES Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
RELAY: OFF
TOTAL PULSES LEVEL Range: 1 to 65000 in steps of 1
MESSAGE
≥ 100 Units
TOTALIZED PULSES Range: 0.5 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.5
MESSAGE
DELAY: 10.0 s
• PULSE INPUT 1(4) RELAY: Any of the PQM II switch inputs can be assigned to count
pulse inputs as shown in Switch Inputs. This setpoint can be used to give an indication
(alarm or control) if the programmed level is equaled or exceeded. Set this setpoint to
“Off” if the feature is not required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and
displays an alarm message whenever a pulse count level equals or exceeds the
selected level. Selecting “Aux1”, “Aux2”, or “Aux3” activates the appropriate auxiliary
relay but no message is displayed. The “Aux1”, “Aux2”, and “Aux3” selections are
intended for process control.
• PULSE INPUT 1(4) LEVEL: When the pulse input value accumulated in the A1 METERING
PULSE COUNTER PULSE INPUT 1(4) actual value equals or exceeds this setpoint
value, the relay assigned in the PULSE INPUT 1(4) RELAY will energize. If the “Alarm” relay is
assigned, a PULSE INPUT 1(4) ALARM message will also be displayed. The units in
this setpoint are determined by the S2 SYSTEM SETUP PULSE INPUT PULSE INPUT UNITS
setpoint.
• PULSE INPUT 1(4) DELAY: This setpoint can be used to allow a time delay before the
assigned relay will energize after the PULSE INPUT 1(4) LEVEL has been equaled or
exceeded.
• TOTALIZED PULSES RELAY: A relay can be selected to operate based upon a Total
Pulse Input Count as configured in the PQM II. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm
relay and displays an alarm message whenever a pulse count level equals or exceeds
the selected level. Selecting “Aux1”, “Aux2”, or “Aux3” activates the appropriate
auxiliary relay but no message will be displayed. The “Aux1”, “Aux2”, and “Aux3”
selections are intended for process control.
• TOTAL PULSES LEVEL: When the pulse input value accumulated in the A1 METERING
PULSE COUNTER PULSE INPUT 1+2+3+4 actual value exceeds this setpoint value,
the relay assigned in the TOTALIZED PULSES RELAY will energize. If the “Alarm” relay is
assigned, a TOTALIZED PULSES ALARM message will also be displayed. The units in
this setpoint are determined by the S2 SYSTEM SETUP PULSE INPUT PULSE INPUT UNITS
setpoint.
• TOTALIZED PULSES DELAY: This setpoint can be used to allow a time delay before the
assigned relay will energize after the TOTAL PULSES LEVEL has been equaled or exceeded.
Time
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL TIME
The time function is useful where a general purpose time alarm is required or a process is
required to start and stop each day at the specified time.
• TIME RELAY: This setpoint can be used to give an indication (alarm or control) if the
programmed PICKUP TIME is equaled or exceeded. Set to “Off” if the feature is not
required. Selecting “Alarm” activates the alarm relay and displays an alarm message
whenever the PQM II clock time equals or exceeds the set PICKUP TIME. Selecting “Aux1”,
“Aux2”, or “Aux3” activates the appropriate auxiliary relay but no message is
displayed. The “Aux1”, “Aux2”, and “Aux3” selections are intended for process control.
The selected relay will de-energize when the PQM II clock time equals or exceeds the
DROPOUT TIME setting.
• PICKUP TIME: The relay assigned in the TIME RELAY setpoint energizes when the PQM II
clock time equals or exceeds the time specified in this setpoint. Follow the example
below to set the PICKUP TIME.
MESSAGE MESSAGE
MESSAGE
ENTER
USE THE VALUE
KEYS TO SELECT
VALUE NEW SETPOINT PICKUP TIME ≥
THE UNDERLINED
QUANTITIES
STORED 03:35:55 am
• DROPOUT TIME: The relay assigned in the TIME RELAY setpoint de-energizes when the
PQM II clock time equals or exceeds the time specified in this setpoint. Follow the
example above to set the DROPOUT TIME.
Miscellaneous Alarms
PATH: SETPOINTS S4 ALARMS/CONTROL MISCELLANEOUS
S5 Testing
Test Relays and LEDs
PATH: SETPOINTS S5 TESTING TEST RELAYS & LEDS
To verify correct operation of output relay wiring, each output relay and status indicator
can be manually forced on or off via the keypad or serial port.
While the OPERATION TEST setpoint is displayed, use the VALUE keys to scroll to the desired
output relay and/or status indicator to be tested. As long as the test message remains
displayed the respective output relay and/or status indicator will be forced to remain
energized. As soon as a new message is selected, the respective output relay and/or status
indicator return to normal operation.
Current/Voltage
PATH: SETPOINTS S5 TESTING CURRENT/VOLTAGE SIMULATION
Simulated currents and voltages can be forced instead of using actual currents or voltages.
This allows for verification of current and voltage related functions.
• SIMULATION: Enter “On” to switch from actual currents and voltages to the
programmed simulated values. Return to “Off” after simulation is complete.
• SIMULATION ENABLED FOR: Select the desired length of time to enable simulation.
When the programmed time has elapsed, current and voltage simulation will turn off.
If “Unlimited” is selected, simulated currents and voltages will be used until simulation
is turned off via the SIMULATION setpoint or via the serial port or until control power is
removed from the PQM II.
• PHASE A/B/C/NEUTRAL CURRENT: Enter the desired phase and neutral currents for
simulation.
• Vax/Vbx/Vcx VOLTAGE: Enter the desired voltages for simulation. The voltages entered
will be line or phase quantities depending upon the VT wiring type selected with the S2
SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT WIRING setpoint.
• PHASE ANGLE: This setpoint represents the phase shift from a unity power factor.
Enter the desired phase angle between the current and voltage. The angle between
the individual currents and voltages is fixed at 120°.
Analog Outputs
PATH: SETPOINTS S5 TESTING ANALOG OUTPUTS SIMULATION
• SIMULATION: Enter “On” to switch from actual analog outputs to the programmed
simulated values. Set this setpoint “Off” after simulation is complete.
• SIMULATION ENABLED FOR: Select the desired length of time that simulation will be
enabled. When the programmed time has elapsed, analog output simulation will turn
off. If unlimited is selected, simulated analog outputs will be used until simulation is
turned off via the SIMULATION setpoint or via the serial port or until control power is
removed from the PQM II.
• ANALOG OUTPUT 1(4): Enter the percentage of analog output to be simulated. The
output is 0 to 1 or 4 to 20 mA, depending upon the installed option.
For example, alter the setpoints below:
S5 TESTING ANALOG OUTPUTS SIMULATION ANALOG OUTPUT 1: “50.0%”
S5 TESTING ANALOG OUTPUTS SIMULATION SIMULATION: “On”
The output current level on Analog Output 1 will be 12 mA (4 to 20mA) or 0.5 mA (0 to 1mA).
Simulated values for Analog outputs may only be entered while SIMULATION mode is set
to “On”.
Analog Input
PATH: SETPOINTS S5 TESTING ANALOG INPUTS SIMULATION
• SIMULATION: Enter “On” to switch from an actual analog input to the programmed
simulated value. Set this setpoint “Off” after simulation is complete.
• SIMULATION ENABLED FOR: Select the desired length of time to run simulation. When
the programmed time has elapsed, analog input simulation will end. If “Unlimited” is
selected, the simulated analog input will be used until simulation is turned off via the
SIMULATION setpoint or via the serial port or until control power is removed from the
PQM II.
• ANALOG INPUT: Enter an analog input current in the range of 4 to 20 mA to be
simulated.
Switch Inputs
PATH: SETPOINTS S5 TESTING SWITCH INPUTS SIMULATION
• SIMULATION: Enter “On” to switch from actual switch inputs to the programmed
simulated switches. Set this setpoint “Off” after simulation is complete.
• SIMULATION ENABLED FOR: Select the desired length of time that simulation will be
enabled. When the programmed time has elapsed, switch input simulation will turn
off. If “Unlimited” is selected, the simulated switch inputs will be used until simulation is
turned off via the SIMULATION setpoint or via the serial port or until control power is
removed from the PQM II.
• SWITCH INPUT A(D): Enter the switch input status (open or closed) to be simulated.
These messages are for access by GE Multilin personnel only for testing and service.
Monitoring
PHASORS []
MESSAGE See page 6–7.
POWER []
MESSAGE See page 6–7.
ENERGY []
MESSAGE See page 6–11.
DEMAND []
MESSAGE See page 6–13.
FREQUENCY []
MESSAGE See page 6–14.
MESSAGE
CLOCK []
MESSAGE See page 6–20.
PROGRAMMABLE []
MESSAGE See page 6–20.
MESSAGE
END OF PAGE A2 []
MESSAGE
MESSAGE
MESSAGE
A1 Metering
Current Metering
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING CURRENT
Voltage Metering
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING VOLTAGE
• Van, Vbn, Vcn: Displays phase voltages corresponding to the A, B, and C voltage
inputs. This voltage will be measured correctly only if the VT RATIO, VT NOMINAL
SECONDARY, and VOLTAGE WIRING setpoints match the installed VTs. If the displayed
voltage does not match the actual voltage, check the setpoints and wiring. This
message appears only if the VT WIRING is configured for a wye input.
• Iavg/Vavg: Displays the average of the three phase currents/voltages. This value is
not visible if the VT WIRING setpoint is set to “Single Phase Direct”. L-N is displayed when
VT WIRING is set to “4 Wire Wye / 3 VTs”, “4 Wire Wye Direct”, “4 Wire Wye / 2 VTs”, or “3
Wire Direct” and L-L is displayed when VT WIRING is set to “3 Wire Delta / 2 VTs”.
• Vab, Vbc, Vca: Displays line voltages corresponding to the A, B, and C voltage inputs.
The measured voltage is correct only if the VT RATIO, VT NOMINAL SECONDARY, and VOLTAGE
WIRING setpoints match the installed VTs. If the displayed voltage does not match the
actual voltage, check the setpoints and wiring.
• AVERAGE LINE VOLTAGE: Displays the average of the three line voltages. This value is
not visible if the VT WIRING setpoint is set to “Single Phase Direct”.
• VOLTAGE UNBALANCE: Displays the percentage voltage unbalance. Voltage
unbalance is calculated as shown below. If the VOLTAGE WIRING is configured for a wye
input, voltage unbalance is calculated using phase quantities. If the VT WIRING is
configured as a delta input, voltage unbalance is calculated using line voltages.
V m – V avg
Voltage Unbalance = --------------------------- × 100% (EQ 0.2)
V avg
where: Vavg= average phase voltage = (Van + Vbn + Vcn) / 3 for “Wye” and “3
Wire Direct” connections;
= average line voltage = (Vab + Vbc + Vca) / 3 for “3 Wire Delta / 2 VTs”
connection
Vm = voltage in a phase (or line) with maximum deviation from Vavg.
Even though it is possible to achieve unbalance greater than 100% with the above
formula, the PQM II will limit unbalance readings to 100%.
If the average voltage is below 10% of VT RATIO × VT NOMINAL SECONDARY VOLTAGE for “3
Wire Delta / 2 VTs”, “4 Wire Wye / 3 VTs”, and “4 Wire Wye / 2 VTs” connections, or
below 10% of VT RATIO × NOMINAL DIRECT INPUT VOLTAGE for “4 Wire Wye/Direct” and “3
Wire Direct” connections, the unbalance reading is forced to 0%. This is implemented
to avoid nuisance alarms when the system is lightly loaded. If the simulation voltages
are being used, the unbalance is never forced to 0%.
• Van, Vbn, Vcn MIN/MAX: Displays the minimum/maximum phase voltage magnitudes
and the time and date of their occurrence. This information is stored in non-volatile
memory and is retained during loss of control power. The S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA
CLEAR MIN/MAX VOLTAGE VALUES setpoint clears these values.
• Vab, Vbc, Vca MIN/MAX: Displays the minimum/maximum line voltage magnitudes
and the time and date of their occurrence. This information is stored in non-volatile
memory and is retained during loss of control power. The S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA
CLEAR MIN/MAX VOLTAGE VALUES setpoint clears these values.
• V U/B MIN/MAX: Displays minimum/maximum voltage unbalance and the time and
date of its measurement. This information is stored in non-volatile memory and is
retained during loss of control power. This value is cleared with the S1 PQM II SETUP
CLEAR DATA CLEAR MIN/MAX VOLTAGE VALUES setpoint.
Phasors
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING PHASORS
• Va PHASOR: Displays a phasor representation for the magnitude and angle of Va. Va is
used as a reference for all other phasor angles. If there is no voltage present at the
PQM II voltage inputs, then Ia will be used as the reference for all other angles. Va is
also used as the reference when in Simulation Mode.
• Vb/Vc PHASOR: Displays a phasor representation for the magnitude and angle of Vb/
Vc. Both VB and VC PHASOR values use the angle of VA PHASOR as a reference point. If
there is no voltage at the PQM II voltage inputs, IA PHASOR is used as the reference.
These setpoints are not displayed when the PQM II is configured for the “3 Wire Delta/
2 VTs”, “4 Wire Wye/2 VTs”, or “Single Phase Direct” connections.
• Ia PHASOR: A phasor representation for the magnitude and angle of Ia is displayed
here. Ia is used as a reference for all other Phasor angles only when there is no voltage
present at the PQM II voltage inputs, otherwise, Va is used as the reference.
• Ib/Ic PHASOR: A phasor representation for the magnitude and angle of Ib/Ic is
displayed here. The Ib and Ic currents use the angle of Va as a reference point. If there
is no voltage at the PQM II voltage inputs, Ia is used as the reference. These setpoints
are is not displayed when the PQM II is configured for “Single Phase Direct”
connection.
Power Metering
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING POWER
PHASE A REACTIVE
MESSAGE
POWER = 120 kvar
PHASE A APPARENT
MESSAGE
POWER = 1007 kVA
PHASE A POWER FACTOR
MESSAGE
= 0.99 Lag
PHASE B REAL
MESSAGE
POWER = 1000 kW
PHASE B REACTIVE
MESSAGE
POWER = 120 kvar
PHASE B APPARENT
MESSAGE
POWER = 1007 kVA
PHASE B POWER FACTOR
MESSAGE
= 0.99 Lag
PHASE C REAL
MESSAGE
POWER = 1000 kW
PHASE C REACTIVE
MESSAGE
POWER = 120 kvar
PHASE C APPARENT
MESSAGE
POWER = 1007 kVA
PHASE C POWER FACTOR
MESSAGE
= 0.99 Lag
THREE PHASE REAL
MESSAGE
POWER = 10.00 MW
THREE PHASE REACTIVE
MESSAGE
POWER = 1.20 Mvar
THREE PHASE APPARENT
MESSAGE
POWER = 10.07 MVA
3Φ kW MIN = 1000
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
3Φ kvar MIN = 120
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
3Φ kVA MIN = 1007
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
3Φ PF MIN = 0.99 Lag
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
3Φ kW MAX = 1000
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
3Φ kvar MAX = 120
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
3Φ kVA MAX = 1007
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
Power metering actual values are displayed in this page. The S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA
CLEAR MIN/MAX POWER VALUES setpoint can be used to clear the minimum and maximum
values. FIGURE 6–1: Power Measurement Conventions for the convention used to describe
power direction.
• THREE PHASE/A/B/C REAL POWER: The total RMS three phase real power as well as
individual phase A/B/C real power is displayed. The phase A/B/C real power messages
are displayed only for a “Wye” or “3 Wire Direct” connections. The PQM II shows
direction of flow by displaying the signed value of kW.
• THREE PHASE/A/B/C REACTIVE POWER: The total RMS three phase reactive power as
well as the individual phase A/B/C reactive power is displayed. The phase A/B/C
reactive power messages will be displayed only for a “Wye” or “3 Wire Direct”
connected system. The PQM II shows direction of flow by displaying the signed value
of kvar.
• THREE PHASE/A/B/C APPARENT POWER: The total RMS three phase apparent power
as well as the individual phase A/B/C apparent power is displayed. The phase A/B/C
apparent power messages will be displayed only for a “Wye” or “3 Wire Direct”
connected system.
• THREE PHASE/A/B/C POWER FACTOR: The three phase true power factor as well as
the individual phase A/B/C true power factors is displayed in these messages. The
phase A/B/C true power factor messages will be displayed only for a “Wye” or “3 Wire
Direct” connected system.
• 3Φ/AΦ/BΦ/CΦ kW MIN/MAX: The minimum/maximum three phase real power as
well as the minimum/maximum individual phase A/B/C real power is displayed, along
with the time and date of their measurement. This information is stored in non-volatile
memory and will be retained during a loss of control power. The phase A/B/C
minimum/maximum real power messages will be displayed only for a “Wye”
connected system.
• 3Φ/AΦ/BΦ/CΦ kvar MIN/MAX: The minimum/maximum three phase reactive power
as well as the minimum/maximum individual phase A/B/C reactive power is displayed,
along with the time and date of their measurement. This information is stored in non-
volatile memory and will be retained during a loss of control power. The phase A/B/C
minimum/maximum reactive power messages will be displayed only for a “Wye”
connected system.
• 3Φ/AΦ/BΦ/CΦ kVA MIN/MAX: The minimum/maximum three phase apparent power
as well as the minimum/maximum individual phase A/B/C apparent power is
displayed, along with the time and date of their measurement. This information is
stored in non-volatile memory and will be retained during a loss of control power. The
phase A/B/C minimum/maximum apparent power messages will be displayed only
for a “Wye” connected system.
PQMII
FIGURE 6–1: Power Measurement Conventions
Energy Metering
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING ENERGY
3Φ APPARENT ENERGY
MESSAGE
= 32745 kVAh
REAL ENERGY LAST 24h
MESSAGE
= 1245 kWh
REAL ENERGY COST =
MESSAGE
$12575.34
REAL ENERGY COST =
MESSAGE
$125.01 / DAY
TARIFF PERIOD 1 COST
MESSAGE
$0.00
TARIFF PERIOD 2 COST
MESSAGE
$0.00
TARIFF PERIOD 3 COST
MESSAGE
$0.00
TARIFF PERIOD 1 NET
MESSAGE
ENERGY: 0 kWh
TARIFF PERIOD 2 NET
MESSAGE
ENERGY: 0 kWh
TARIFF PERIOD 3 NET
MESSAGE
ENERGY: 0 kWh
TIME OF LAST RESET:
MESSAGE
12:00:00am 01/01/95
Energy metering actual values are displayed here. The S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA
CLEAR ENERGY VALUES setpoint clears these values. The displayed energy values roll over to
“0” once the value “4294967295” (FFFFFFFFh) has been reached.
• 3Φ POS/NEG REAL ENERGY: These messages display the positive/negative watthours
(in kWh) since the TIME OF LAST RESET date. Real power in the positive direction add to
the 3Φ POS REAL ENERGY value, whereas real power in the negative direction adds to
the 3Φ NEG REAL ENERGY value.
• 3Φ POS/NEG REACT ENERGY: These messages display the positive/negative varhours
(in kvarh) since the TIME OF LAST RESET date. Reactive power in the positive direction
add to the 3Φ POS REACT ENERGY value, whereas reactive power in the negative
direction adds to the 3Φ NEG REACT ENERGY value.
• 3Φ APPARENT ENERGY: This message displays the accumulated VAhours (in kVAh)
since the TIME OF LAST RESET date.
• REAL ENERGY LAST 24h: This message displays the accumulated real energy (in kWh)
over the last 24-hour period. The 24-hour period used by the PQM II is started when
control power is applied. The PQM II updates this value every hour based on the
previous 24-hour period. This information will be lost if control power to the PQM II is
removed.
• REAL ENERGY COST: This message displays the total cost for the real energy
accumulated since the TIME OF LAST RESET date.
• REAL ENERGY COST PER DAY: Displays the average cost of real energy per day from
time of last reset to the present. The cost per kWh is entered in the S1 PQM II SETUP
CALCULATION PARAMETERS ENERGY COST PER KWH setpoint.
• TARIFF PERIOD 1(3) COST: These messages display the cost accrued for the three
user-definable tariff periods. The start time and cost per kWh for these tariff periods
are entered with the S1 PQM II SETUP CALCULATION PARAMETERS TARIFF PERIOD 1(3) START
TIME and the S1 PQM II SETUP CALCULATION PARAMETERS TARIFF PERIOD 1(3) COST PER KWH
setpoints, respectively.
• TARIFF PERIOD 1(3) NET ENERGY: These messages display the net energy for the
three user-definable tariff periods. The start time and cost per kWh for these tariff
periods are entered with the S1 PQM II SETUP CALCULATION PARAMETERS TARIFF PERIOD
1(3) START TIME and the S1 PQM II SETUP CALCULATION PARAMETERS TARIFF PERIOD 1(3) COST
PER KWH setpoints, respectively.
• TIME OF LAST RESET: This message displays the time and date when the energy
parameters were last cleared through the S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA CLEAR ENERGY
VALUES setpoint.
Demand Metering
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING DEMAND
Demand metering actual values are displayed in this page. The S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA
CLEAR MAX DEMAND VALUES setpoint can be used to clear the maximum demand values
shown here.
• PHASE A/B/C/NEUTRAL DEMAND: This message displays the phase A/B/C/N current
demand (in amps) over the most recent time interval.
• 3Φ REAL POWER DEMAND: This message displays the 3 phase real power demand (in
kW) over the most recent time interval.
• 3Φ REACTIVE POWER DEMAND: This message displays the 3 phase reactive power
demand (in kvar) over the most recent time interval.
• 3Φ APPARENT POWER DEMAND: This message displays the 3 phase apparent power
demand (in kVA) over the most recent time interval.
• Ia/Ib/Ic/In MAX DMD: These messages display the maximum phase A/B/C/N current
demand (in amps) and the time and date when this occurred.
• 3Φ kW MAX: This message displays the maximum three-phase real power demand (in
kW) and the time and date when this occurred.
• 3Φ kvar MAX: This message displays the maximum three-phase reactive power
demand (in kvar) and the time and date when this occurred.
• 3Φ kVA MAX: This message displays the maximum three-phase apparent power
demand (in kVA) and the time and date when this occurred.
Frequency Metering
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING FREQUENCY
Frequency metering actual values are displayed in this page. The S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR
DATA CLEAR MIN/MAX FREQUENCY VALUES setpoint can be used to clear the minimum and
maximum frequency values shown here.
• FREQUENCY: This message displays the frequency (in Hz). Frequency is calculated
from the phase A-N voltage (when setpoint S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE
CONFIGURATION VT WIRING is “Wye”) or from phase A-B voltage (when setpoint VT
WIRING is “Delta”). A value of “0.00” is shown if there is insufficient voltage applied to the
PQM II’s terminals (less than 30 V on phase A).
• FREQ MIN: This message displays the minimum frequency measured as well as the
time and date at which the minimum frequency occurred.
• FREQ MAX: This message displays the maximum frequency measured as well as the
time and date at which the maximum frequency occurred.
• PULSE INPUT 1(4): These messages display the accumulated value based on total
number of pulses counted since the last reset. One switch input pulse is equal to the
value assigned in the S2 SYSTEM SETUP PULSE INPUT PULSE INPUT 1(4) VALUE setpoint.
The units shown after the value are as defined in the PULSE INPUT UNITS setpoint in the
same menu. The displayed value rolls over to “0” once the value “4294967295”
(FFFFFFFFh) has been reached. To use this feature, the “C” (control) option must be
installed and one of the PQM II switch inputs must be assigned to “Pulse Input 1(4)”
function. The switch input will then count the number of closures or openings
depending upon how the switch is configured; see Switch Inputs on page 5–21 for
details. The minimum timing requirements are shown in FIGURE 6–2: Pulse Input
Timing.
• PULSE IN 1+2+3+4: The totalized pulse input value is displayed here. The pulse inputs
totalized is based on the S2 SYSTEM SETUP PULSE INPUT PULSE INPUT TOTAL setpoint.
• TIME OF LAST RESET: This message displays the time and date when the pulse input
values were last cleared. The S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA CLEAR PULSE INPUT VALUES
setpoint clears the pulse input values.
150 ms 150 ms
Analog Input
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A1 METERING ANALOG INPUT
This message displays the measured 4 to 20 mA analog input scaled to the user defined
name and units. The analog input can be configured via a switch input and output relay to
multiplex two analog input signals. The displayed user defined name and units will change
to the corresponding values depending upon which analog input is connected. Refer to
Analog Input for information regarding user defined names and units as well as analog
input multiplexing.
A2 Status
Alarms
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A2 STATUS ALARMS
PHASE A CURRENT
MESSAGE
DEMAND ALARM
PHASE B CURRENT
MESSAGE
DEMAND ALARM
PHASE C CURRENT
MESSAGE
DEMAND ALARM
DATA LOG 1
MESSAGE
ALARM
DATA LOG 2
MESSAGE
ALARM
NEUTRAL CURRENT
MESSAGE
DEMAND ALARM
POSITIVE REAL POWER
MESSAGE
DEMAND ALARM
NEGATIVE REAL POWER
MESSAGE
DEMAND ALARM
POSITIVE REACTIVE
MESSAGE
POWER DEMAND ALARM
NEGATIVE REACTIVE
MESSAGE
POWER DEMAND ALARM
APPARENT POWER
MESSAGE
DEMAND ALARM
SWITCH INPUT A
MESSAGE
ALARM
SWITCH INPUT B
MESSAGE
ALARM
SWITCH INPUT C
MESSAGE
ALARM
SWITCH INPUT D
MESSAGE
ALARM
SELF-TEST FAILURE
MESSAGE
ALARM
SERIAL COM1 FAILURE
MESSAGE
ALARM
SERIAL COM2 FAILURE
MESSAGE
ALARM
CLOCK NOT SET
MESSAGE
ALARM
The alarm messages appear only when the alarm threshold has been exceeded for the
programmed time. When an alarm is assigned to an output relay, the relay can be set to
be unlatched or latched. When the alarm is set as unlatched, it automatically resets when
the alarm condition no longer exists. If the alarm is set as latched, a keypad reset or a
serial port reset is required.
The SELF TEST ALARM occurs if a fault in the PQM II hardware is detected. This alarm is
permanently assigned to the alarm output relay and is not user configurable. If this alarm
is present, contact the GE Multilin Service Department.
Switch Status
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A2 STATUS SWITCHES
To assist in troubleshooting, the state of each switch can be verified using these messages.
A separate message displays the status of each input identified by the corresponding
name as shown in the wiring diagrams in chapter 2. For a dry contact closure across the
corresponding switch terminals the message will read “Closed”.
Clock
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A2 STATUS CLOCK
The current time and date is displayed in this message. The PQM II uses an internally
generated software clock which runs for approximately thirty days after the control power
has been removed. For instructions on setting the clock, see Clock. The S4 ALARMS/CONTROL
MISCELLANEOUS CLOCK NOT SET ALARM alarm occurs if power has been removed for
longer than thirty days and the clock value has been lost.
Programmable Message
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A2 STATUS PROGRAMMABLE MESSAGE
A 40-character user defined message is displayed. The message is programmed using the
keypad or via the serial port using the EnerVista PQM Setup Software. See Programmable
Message for programming details.
A3 Power Analysis
Power Quality
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A3 POWER ANALYSIS POWER QUALITY VALUES
Ib THDF = 0.999
MESSAGE
Ic THDF = 0.988
MESSAGE
• Ia/Ib/Ic CREST FACTOR: The crest factor describes how much the load current can
vary from a pure sine wave while maintaining the system’s full rating. A completely
linear load (pure sine wave) has a crest factor of 2 (1 /0.707), which is the ratio of the
peak value of sine wave to its RMS value. Typically, the crest factor can range from
2 to 2.5.
• Ia/Ib/Ic THDF: The Transformer Harmonic Derating Factor (THDF), also known as
CBEMA factor, is defined as the crest factor of a pure sine wave ( 2 ) divided by the
measured crest factor. This method is useful in cases where lower order harmonics are
dominant. In a case where higher order harmonics are present, it may be necessary
to use a more precise method (K-factor) of calculating the derating factor. This method
also does not take into consideration the losses associated with rated eddy current in
the transformer. The EnerVista PQM Setup Software provides the K-factor method of
calculating the derating factor, which is defined on a per unit basis as follows:
h max
2 2
K = Ih × h (EQ 6.3)
h=1
where:Ih = RMS current at harmonic h, in per unit of rated RMS load current
THD
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A3 POWER ANALYSIS TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
• PHASE A/B/C/N CURRENT THD: These messages display the calculated total
harmonic distortion for each current input.
• VOLTAGE Van/Vbn/Vcn/Vab/Vbc THD: These messages display the calculated total
harmonic distortion for each voltage input. Phase-to-neutral voltages will appear
when the setpoint S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT WIRING is set
as “Wye”. Line-to-line voltages will appear when VT WIRING is set as “Delta”.
• Ia/Ib/Ic/In MAX THD: The maximum total harmonic value for each current input and
the time and date which the maximum value occurred are displayed. The S1 PQM II
SETUP \ CLEAR DATA \ CLEAR MAX THD VALUES setpoint clears this value.
• Van/Vbn/Vcn/Vab/Vbc MAX THD: These messages display the maximum total
harmonic value for each voltage input and the time and date of its occurrence. The
setpoint S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA \CLEAR MAX THD VALUES is used to clear this value.
Phase to neutral voltages will appear when the setpoint S2 SYSTEM SETUP CURRENT/
VOLTAGE CONFIGURATION VT WIRING is set to “Wye”. Line to line voltages will appear
when VT WIRING is set to “Delta”.
Data Logger
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A3 POWER ANALYSIS DATA LOGGER
These message display the current status of Data Loggers 1 and 2. The Data Logger can be
set up and run only from the EnerVista PQM Setup Software. See Data Logger and Data
Logger Implementation for additional details on the Data Logger feature.
It is possible to stop the data loggers from the PQM II front panel using the S2 SYSTEM SETUP
DATA LOGGER STOP DATA LOGGER 1(2) setpoint.
Event Recorder
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A3 POWER ANALYSIS EVENT RECORDER
The PQM II Event Recorder runs continuously and records the number, cause, time, date,
and metering quantities present at the occurrence of each event. This data is stored in
non-volatile memory and is not lost when power to the PQM II is removed. The Event
Recorder must be enabled in S1 PQM II SETUP EVENT RECORDER EVENT RECORDER OPERATION.
The Event Recorder can be cleared in S1 PQM II SETUP CLEAR DATA CLEAR EVENT RECORD.
Data for the 150 most recent events is stored. Event data for older events is lost. Note that
the event number, cause, time, and date is available in the messages as shown in the
following table, but the associated metering data is available only via serial
communications.
The event data stored for POWER OFF events does not reflect values at the time of
power-off.
These messages display the 150 most recent events recorded by the event recorder. The
list of possible events and their display on the PQM II is shown below.
POWER ON Power On
Voltage Disturbance
Main Menu
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A3 POWER ANALYSIS VOLTAGE DIST. RECORDER
The Voltage Disturbance Recorder runs continuously and records the source, level and
duration of each voltage disturbance. Up to 500 disturbances are recorded in a circular
buffer. When over 500 disturbances are recorded, data for older disturbances are lost as
new disturbances are recorded. Additionally, since the events are stored within volatile
memory, the voltage disturbance recorder will lose all events upon a power loss. The time
and date of when the disturbance ended is recorded with the disturbance event. The
following available is available for each disturbance:
• Type: Each disturbance is classified as a SWELL or SAG. The disturbance will be
distinguished as a swell if the voltage increases above the swell level, for up to 1
minute. A sag disturbance is distinguished in the same manner except that it involves
a voltage decrease below the sag level.
• Source: The source of the disturbance is the phase voltage that recorded the
disturbance; either Van, Vbn, Vcn, Vab, or Vca. If the disturbance is found on two or
more phases, multiple disturbances will be recorded.
The voltage disturbance recorder monitors only measured values. Therefore, when the
Vbc (delta connection only) and Vbn (2 VT 4-Wire Wye only) phases are calculated
quantities, they are not considered a source.
The duration and average level are recorded in sub-menus as shown below.
Sub-Menus
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A3 POWER ANALYSIS VOLTAGE DIST... 1(500): <DIST_TYPE>
The DURATION is the length of time of the disturbance. If the disturbance is either a sag or a
swell the duration will be recorded in cycles with a maximum possible value of 1 minute
(3600 cycles at 60Hz).
The VOLTAGE LEVEL represents the average level in volts for the disturbance.
The voltage disturbance recorder is independent from the event recorder. The alarm
events will record normally as per the conditions set within the S4 ALARMS CONTROL
settings menu, regardless whether the voltage disturbance recorder is enabled or of
the sag/swell level.
If an undervoltage/overvoltage alarm occurs, it is immediately recorded as an event (if
enabled). On the other hand, the voltage disturbance is recorded, if enabled, once the
voltage level returns to nominal and the condition is complete. As a result, the time
recorded in the event recorder is the start time of the alarm condition, while the time
recorded in the disturbance recorder is the end time of the condition.
A4 Product Info
Software Versions
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A4 PRODUCT INFO SOFTWARE VERSIONS
Model Information
PATH: ACTUAL VALUES A4 PRODUCT INFO MODEL INFORMATION
SERIAL NUMBER:
MESSAGE
C7387777
DATE OF MANUFACTURE:
MESSAGE
Aug 29 2003
DATE OF CALIBRATION:
MESSAGE
Aug 29 2003
Applications
Event Recorder
List of Events
The Event Recorder stores all online data in a section of non-volatile memory when
triggered by an event. The PQM II defines any of the following situations as an event:
Analog Input Alternate Alarm
Analog Input Alternate Alarm Clear
Analog Input Main Alarm
Analog Input Main Alarm Clear
Clear Event Record
Clock Not Set Alarm
Clock Not Set Alarm Clear
COM1 Fail Alarm
COM1 Fail Alarm Clear
COM2 Fail Alarm
COM2 Fail Alarm Clear
Current THD Alarm
Current THD Alarm Clear
Current Unbalance Alarm
Current Unbalance Alarm Clear
Data Log 1 Alarm
Data Log 1 Alarm Clear
Positive kW Alarm
Positive kW Alarm Clear
Positive kW Demand Alarm
Positive kW Demand Alarm Clear
Power Factor Lag 1 Alarm
Power Factor Lag 1 Alarm Clear
Power Factor Lag 2 Alarm
Power Factor Lag 2 Alarm Clear
Power Factor Lead 1 Alarm
Power Factor Lead 1 Alarm Clear
Power Factor Lead 2 Alarm
Power Factor Lead 2 Alarm Clear
Power Off
Power On
Pulse Count Total Alarm
Pulse Input 1 Alarm
Pulse Input 1 Alarm Clear
Pulse Input 2 Alarm
Pulse Input 2 Alarm Clear
Pulse Input 3 Alarm
Pulse Input 3 Alarm Clear
Pulse Input 4 Alarm
Pulse Input 4 Alarm Clear
Pulse Input Total Alarm Clear
Reset
Self Test Alarm
Self Test Alarm Clear
Setpoint Access Enabled
Switch A Alarm
Switch A Alarm Clear
Switch B Alarm
Switch B Alarm Clear
Switch C Alarm
Switch C Alarm Clear
Switch D Alarm
Switch D Alarm Clear
Time Alarm
Time Alarm Clear
Trace Memory Trigger
Undercurrent Alarm
Undercurrent Alarm Clear
Underfrequency Alarm
Up to 150 events can be stored in non-volatile memory for retrieval and review. The
Event Recorder can be enabled, disabled, or cleared via the keypad or serial port. The
following data is saved when an event occurs:
Analog Input (high)
Analog Input (low)
Date - Month/Day
Date - Year
Event Cause
Event Number
Frequency
I Unbalance
Ia
Ia Demand
Ia THD
Ib
Ib Demand
Ib THD
Ic
Ic Demand
Ic THD
In
In Demand
In THD
Internal Fault Error Code
kVAh (high)
kVAh (low)
Negative kvarh (high)
Negative kvarh (low)
Negative kWh (low)
Negative kWh (high)
P3 (high)
P3 (low)
P3 Demand (high)
P3 Demand (low)
Pa (high)
Pa (low)
Pb (high)
Pb (low)
Pc (high)
Pc (low)
PF3
PFa
PFb
PFc
Positive kvarh (high)
Positive kvarh (low)
Positive kWh (high)
Positive kWh (low)
Q3 (high)
Q3 (low)
Q3 Demand (high)
Q3 Demand (low)
Qa (high)
Qa (low)
Qb (high)
Qb (low)
Qc (high)
Qc (low)
S3 (high)
S3 (low)
S3 Demand (high)
S3 Demand (low)
Sa (low)
Sa (high)
Sb (high)
Sb (low)
Sc (high)
Sc (low)
Switches and Relays States
Time - Hours/Minutes
Time - Seconds
Trace Memory Trigger Cause
Underfrequency Alarm Clear
Undervoltage Alarm
Undervoltage Alarm Clear
V Unbalance
Vab (high)
Vab (low)
Vab THD
Van (high)
Van (low)
Van THD
Vbc (high)
Vbc (low)
Vbc THD
Vbn (high)
Vbn (low)
Vbn THD
Vca (high)
Vca (low)
Vcn (high)
Vcn (low)
Vcn THD
Voltage THD Alarm
Voltage THD Alarm Clear
Voltage Unbalance Alarm
Voltage Unbalance Alarm Clear
The Event Recorder is indexed by Event Number (1 to 150). To access a specific Event, the
Event Number must be written to the PQM II memory map location 12C0h. The data
specific to that Event can be read starting at memory map location 0AE0h. The specific
Event Number must be known to read the Event Recorder in this fashion. However, this
Event Number is usually not known and the entire Event Record must be read. The easiest
way to do this is to read the PQM II Memory Map location 0AD0h (Total Number of Events
Since Last Clear) and loop through each Event Number indicated by the value from 0AD0h,
reading the associated data pertaining to each Event. This requires 1 to 150 serial reads of
170 bytes each. Once this data is obtained, it can be interpreted based upon the format of
each value. It is important to note that some memory map parameters are 32 bits (4 bytes)
long and require 2 registers to contain their value, one for the two high bytes and one for
the two low bytes.
The operation of the Voltage Disturbance Recorder is similar to the Event Recorder. The
differences between the two recorders are the Modbus addresses, the event data, and the
number of events (150 compared to 500).
The PQM II uses two different group of samples. PQM II samples at the rate of 64 samples/
cycle for metering calculations and uses the last 2 cycle data (128 samples) for calculating
the RMS value. An RMS value based on separate group of samples (sample rate of 16
samples/cycle) is used for making faster decisions for pickup and dropout of monitoring
elements.
The event time recorded in the event recorder for monitoring elements is based on the RMS
value from 16 samples but the metered RMS values is based on the previous 128 samples
(2 cycle data) at the time of the trigger. Since the event recorder metered data and trigger
data are based on independent and different periods of sample sizes, the metered data in
the event recorder may be different from the RMS value at the time of the trigger. The
accuracy specifications should not be applied for the data in event recorder.
If the PQM II is interrupted prior to erasing the flash memory, it could be halted in a mode
where the display will read PQM II FLASH LOADER ENTER TEXT “LOAD”.
If the computer being used to upload firmware has a screen saver enabled, and the screen
saver operates during the upload process, the communication port will be interrupted
during the launch of the screen saver. It is recommended to disable any screen saver prior
to firmware upload.
There are two ways to alleviate this condition: one is to cycle power to the PQM II; the
second is to interface with the PQM II using a terminal program, such as Hyperterminal,
and perform the upload process manually.
Cycling Power
Remove and then re-apply control power to the PQM II. The PQM II should then run the
existing firmware in its flash memory. If the PQM II does not run the firmware in flash
memory, attempt the second method using Hyperterminal.
Hyperterminal
Hyperterminal is a terminal interface program supplied with Microsoft Windows. The
following procedure describes how to setup Hyperterminal.
Run the program “hypertrm.exe” which is usually located in the
Accessories folder of your PC.
A Connection window will appear asking for a name. Use a name
such as “PQM II” for the connection and click on OK. The following
window appears.
Phasor Implementation
Theory of Phasor Implementation
The purpose of the function Calc_Phasors within the PQM II firmware is to take a digitally
sampled periodic signal and generate the equivalent phasor representation of the signal.
In the conventional sense, a phasor depicts a purely sinusoidal signal which is what we’re
interested in here; we wish to calculate the phasor for a given signal at the fundamental
power system frequency. The following Discrete Fourier Series equations calculate the
phasor in rectangular co-ordinates for an arbitrary digitally sampled signal. The
justification for the equations is beyond the scope of this document but can be found in
some form in any text on signal analysis.
N–1 N–1
2 2
Re(g) = ---
n g n ⋅ cos ( ω 0 nT ) ; Im(g) = ---
n g n ⋅ sin ( ω 0 nT ) (EQ 0.1)
n=0 n=0
1 π 2π 31π
Re(g) = --- g 0 cos 0 + g 1 cos --- + g 2 cos ------ + … + g 31 cos ---------- (EQ 0.2)
8 8 8 8
1 π 2π 31π
Im(g) = --- g 0 sin 0 + g 1 sin --- + g 2 sin ------ + … + g 31 sin ---------- (EQ 0.3)
8 8 8 8
The number of multiples in the above equation can be reduced by using the symmetry
inherent in the sine and cosine functions which is illustrated as follows:
cos φ = – cos ( π – φ ) = – cos ( π + φ ) = cos ( 2π – φ )
sin φ = sin ( π – φ ) = – sin ( π + φ ) = – sin ( 2π – φ )
(EQ 0.4)
π
cos φ = sin --- – φ
2
Let k1 = cos(π/8), k2 = cos(π/4), k3 = cos(3π/8); the equations for the real and imaginary
components are reduced to:
1
Re(g) = --- ( k 1 ( g 1 – g 7 – g 9 + g 15 + g 17 – g 23 – g 25 + g 31 ) (EQ 0.5)
8
+ k 2 ( g 2 – g 6 – g 10 + g 14 + g 18 – g 22 – g 26 + g 30 )
+ k 3 ( g 3 – g 5 – g 11 + g 13 + g 19 – g 21 – g 27 + g 29 ) + ( g 0 – g 8 + g 16 – g 24 ) )
1
Im(g) = --- ( k 1 ( g 3 + g 5 – g 11 – g 13 + g 19 + g 21 – g 27 – g 29 ) (EQ 0.6)
8
+ k 2 ( g 2 + g 6 – g 10 – g 14 + g 18 + g 22 – g 26 – g 30 )
+ k 3 ( g 1 + g 7 – g 9 – g 15 + g 17 + g 23 – g 25 – g 31 ) + ( g 4 – g 12 + g 20 – g 28 ) )
The number of subtractions can be reduced between the calculations of real and
imaginary components by not repeating the same subtraction twice. The following
subtractions are repeated:
Δ0 = g0 – g8 Δ1 = g1 – g9 Δ 2 = g 2 – g 10 Δ 3 = g 3 – g 11
Δ 4 = g 4 = g 12 Δ 5 = g 5 – g 13 Δ 6 = g 6 – g 14 Δ 7 = g 7 – g 15
(EQ 0.7)
Δ 8 = g 16 – g 24 Δ 9 = g 17 – g 25 Δ 10 = g 18 – g 26 Δ 11 = g 19 – g 27
Δ 12 = g 20 – g 28 Δ 13 = g 21 – g 29 Δ 14 = g 22 – g 30 Δ 15 = g 23 – g 31
Substituting in the above ‘delta’ values results in the form of the equations that will be used
to calculate the phasors:
1
Re(g) = --- ( Δ 0 + Δ 8 + k 1 ( Δ 1 – Δ 7 + Δ 9 – Δ 15 ) + k 3 ( Δ 3 – Δ 5 + Δ 11 – Δ 13 ) )
8
(EQ 0.8)
1
Im(g) = --- ( Δ 4 + Δ 12 + k 1 ( Δ 3 + Δ 5 + Δ 11 + Δ 13 ) + k 2 ( Δ 1 + Δ 7 + Δ 9 + Δ 15 ) )
8
160
140
TRIGGER LEVEL AS % OF NOMINAL
120
100
80
Maximum
60
Minimum
40
20
0
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600
NOMINAL VOLTAGE (V)
Pulse Output
Pulse Output Considerations
Up to 4 SPDT Form C output relays are configurable as Pulse Initiators based on energy
quantities calculated by the PQM II. Variables to consider when using the PQM II as a Pulse
Initiator are:
• PQM II Pulse Output Parameter: The PQM II activates the assigned output relay
based upon the energy quantity used as the base unit for pulse initiation. These
energy quantities include ±kWhr, ±kVARh, and kVAh.
• PQM II Pulse Output Interval: The PQM II activates the assigned output relay at the
accumulation of each Pulse Output Interval as defined by the user. This interval is
based upon system parameters such that the PQM II pulse output activates at a rate
not exceeding the Pulse Acceptance Capability of the end receiver.
• PQM II Pulse Output Width: This user defined parameter defines the duration of the
pulse initiated by the PQM II when a quantity of energy equal to the Pulse Output
Interval has accumulated. It is based upon system parameters such that the PQM II
pulse output will activate for a duration that is within the operating parameters of the
end receiver.
• PQM II Output Relay Operation: This user defined parameter defines the normal
state of the PQM II output relay contacts, i.e. Fail-safe or Non-Failsafe.
• Pulse Acceptance Capability of the End Receiver: This parameter is normally
expressed as any one of the following: (a) Pulses per Demand Interval; (b) Pulses per
second, minute or hour; (c) Minimum time between successive closures of the
contacts.
• Type of Pulse Receiver: There are 4 basic types of Pulse receivers: a) Three-wire, every
pulse counting; b) Three-wire, every other pulse counting; c) Two-wire, Form A
normally open, counts only each contact closure; d) Two-wire, counts every state
change, i.e. recognizes both contact closure and contact opening.
• Maximum Energy Consumed over a Defined Interval: This is based upon system
parameters and defines the maximum amount of energy that may be accumulated
over a specific time.
Each entry into the Data Log is called a Record. The Record can vary in size depending
upon the parameters the user wishes to log. The memory structure can also be partitioned
into 2 separate Data Logs. The size of the 2 logs is user-definable. The top of each Data Log
contains what is called the Header. Each Data Log Header contains the following
information:
• Log Time Interval: The user-defined interval that the data log stores entries.
• Present Log Time and Date: The time and date of the most recent Record.
• Log Start Block #: Block number containing the first byte of the logged data.
• Log Start Register #: The Register number containing the first two bytes of the
logged data.
• Log Record Size: The size of each Record entry into the Data Log based upon the
user-defined Data Log structure.
• Log Total Records: The total number of records available based upon the user
defined Data Log parameter structure.
• Block number of First Record: A pointer to the block containing the first record in
the Data Log.
• Register number of First Record: A pointer to the register containing the first
record in the Data log.
• Log Pointer to First Item of First Record: A pointer to the first record in the Data
Log.
• Block number of Next Record to Write: A pointer to the block containing the last
record in the Data Log.
• Register number of Next Record to Write: A pointer to the register containing the
last record in the Data Log.
• Log Pointer to First Item of Record After Last: A pointer to the next record to be
written into the Data Log.
• Log Status: The current status of the Data Log; i.e.: Running or Stopped.
• Log Records Used: The number of records written into the Data Log.
• Log Time Remaining Until Next Reading: A counter showing how much time
remains until the next record is to be written into the Data Log.
Modes of Operation
The Data Logger has 2 modes of operation, Run to Fill and Circulate. In the Run to Fill mode,
the Data Log will stop writing records into the memory structure when there is not enough
memory to add another record. Depending on the size of each record, the Data Log may
not necessarily use the entire 196,608 bytes of storage available. In the Circulate mode,
the Data Log will continue to write new Records into the Log beyond the last available
Record space. The Log will overwrite the first Record after the Header and continue to
overwrite the Records to follow until the user wishes to stop logging data. The Log will act
as a rolling window of data in time, going back in time as far as the amount of records
times the Log Time Interval will allow in the total space of memory available.
2. Read the required amount of data from the 64 Registers in the Block.
Accessing the Data Log in this manner assumes that the user knows which Block they wish
to access, and knows the size of each Record based upon the parameters they have
selected to log.
The easiest way to access the data in the Data Log is to read the entire log and export this
data into a spreadsheet for analysis. This requires defining the Block to be read, starting at
Block 0, and reading all 128 bytes of data in each of the 64 Registers within the Block. You
would then define Blocks 1, 2, 3, etc., and repeat the reading of the 64 Registers for each
block, until Block 1535. This requires 1536 reads of 128 bytes each. The data can then be
interpreted based upon the parameter configuration.
RESERVED
BLOCK 1 REGISTER 0 REGISTER 63
The location of the first Record in Log 2 will depend upon the Log configuration. Its location
is determined by reading the Log 2 Header value for Log Start Address at location 0AB2
and 0AB3 in the memory map. The Log Start Address consists of the block number (0AB2)
and the register number (0AB3) which represents the location of the first record within the
Data Log memory structure. This location will always be the starting address for Data Log
2 for the given configuration. Adding or deleting parameters to the configuration will
change the Log 2 Starting Address.
The log pointers contain a value from 0 to 196607 representing a byte within the data Log
memory structure. Add 1 to this number and then divide this number by 64 (number of
registers in a Block). Then divide this number by 2 (number of bytes in a register), and
truncate the remainder of the division to determine the Block number. Multiplying the
remainder of the division by 64 will determine the Register number. For example, if the Log
pointer: “Log 2 Pointer to First Item of First Record” was 34235, then the Block and Register
numbers containing the first record of Log 2 are:
Block Number = (34235 + 1) / 64 / 2 = 267.46875
Therefore, Block Number 267 contains the starting record.
Record Number = 0.46875 × 64 = 30
Therefore, Register Number 30 contains the first byte of Log 2 data. These calculations can
be avoided by using the pre-calculated values for Block Number and Record number
located just prior to the pointer (0AB7 and 0AB8).
The Data Logs will use the maximum amount of memory available, minus a 1 record buffer,
based upon the user configuration. For Example, if the Record Size for a given
configuration was 26 bytes, and there were 28 bytes of memory left in the memory
structure, the Data Logger will not use those last 28 bytes, regardless of the mode of
operation. The Data Logger uses the following formula to determine the total record space
available:
Total Space = (196224 / Record Size) – 1
As in the example, the total space calculated would be 196224 / 26 – 1 = 7546.07. This
equates to 7546 records with 28 bytes of unused memory at the end of Block 1536. The
total amount of space used in the structure can also be found in the Log Header in the Log
Total Records field.
Address 1270h in the PQM II Memory Map is the Holding Register for the first available
parameter for use by the Data Logs. The Data Logs will place the user-selected
parameters into their respective Record structures based upon their respective order in the
PQM II Memory Map.
For example, if Positive kWh, Frequency and Current Unbalance were selected as
measured parameters, they would be placed into the Record structure in the following
order: Unbalance (2 bytes, 16-bit value), Frequency (2 bytes, 16-bit value), and Positive
kWh (4 bytes, 32-bit value). The Data Log Parameters table on the following page illustrates
the order of parameters and their size.
Therefore, the Record size would be 8 bytes. To put a time value associated with each
Record, you must read the Log Time and Date from the Header. This is the time of the most
recent Record in the Log. To time stamp the first Record used, multiply the Log Time
Interval by the Log Records Used and subtract this number from the time associated with
the last Record. To determine the time associated with any Record, add the Log Time
Interval times the Record to be read to the time associated with the first Record in the Log.
For example:
Log Time Interval:3600
Log Time, Hours/Minutes:02 30
Log Time, Seconds:30300
Log Date, Month:06 15
Log Date, Year:1997
Log Records Used:1600
The last Record entry time is interpreted as 2:30 AM, 30.300 seconds, June 15, 1997. The
Log Time Interval is 3600 seconds, or 1 hour. Taking the Log Records Used (1600) and
multiplying this by the Log Time Interval (3600) gives 5760000 seconds. This translates into
66 days and 16 hours. Subtracting backwards on a calendar from the time for the last
Record gives a time and date of 10:30:30.000 AM, April 9, 1997. This is the time stamp for
the first Record. In the PQM II, the sampling time (log time interval) accuracy for the data
logger is 0.15%. This could result in a different time stamp for the first record if the data
logger is retrieved at a different time with a different number of records in the data logger.
Time stamping the remaining Records requires adding 3600 seconds for each Record
starting from the time associated with the first Record. It is important to note that when in
the Circulate mode, and the Data Log fills the available memory, the Log wraps around the
first available Register of the memory structure and the Log Pointer to First Item of First
Record will float along in time with each additional entry into the Log. For example, if the
Data Log has wrapped around the available memory more than once, the Log Pointer to
First Item of First Record will always be preceded in memory by the Log Pointer to First
Item of Record After Last. As each new entry is written into the Log, these two pointers
move down to the next record space in memory, overwriting the first entry into the log as
of the Present Log Time and Date.
Ia 2 PFa 2 kVAh 4
Ib 2 Pb 4 Ia Demand 2
Ic 2 Qb 4 Ib Demand 2
Iavg 2 Sb 4 Ic Demand 2
In 2 PFb 2 In Demand 2
I Unbalance 2 Pc 4 P3 Demand 4
Van 4 Qc 4 Q3 Demand 4
Vbn 4 Sc 4 S3 Demand 4
Vpavg 4 P3 4 Ib THD 2
Vab 4 Q3 4 Ic THD 2
Vbc 4 S3 4 In THD 2
Negative
Sa 4 4 Analog Input 4
kvarh
16
DATA VALUE = (A x 2 ) + B
32
(DATA VALUE = DATA VALUE – 2 )
OR
APPLY 2’s COMPLEMENT TO DATA VALUE;
THE SIGN IS IMPLIED TO BE NEGATIVE
Example
Reading a positive 3 Phase Real Power actual value from the PQM II:
Register Actual Value Description Units & Scale Format
02F0 004Fh 3 Phase Real Power (high) 0.01 × kW F4
02F1 35D1h 3 Phase Real Power (low) 0.01 × kW F4
assigned to match the pulse value of the Pulse Initiator, i.e if the Pulse Initiator delivers a
dry contact closure for every 100kWh, the PQM II Pulse Input (value) must also be set to
100.
Various operating parameters must be taken into account. The PQM II Switch Inputs
require a minimum 100ms operation time to be detected. The duration of the contact
operation can be indefinite. The internal Switch Input circuit of the PQM II is itself switched
on and off at the times when the PQM II is reading the status of the Switch Inputs.
Monitoring the input to one of the PQM II Switch Inputs will reveal a pulsed 24VDC
waveform, not a constant signal. Standard wiring practice should be adhered to when
making connections to the PQM II Switch Inputs, i.e. avoiding long runs of cable along
current carrying conductors or any other source of EMI. An induced voltage on the Switch
Input can cause malfunction of the Switch Input.
described in the Pulse Output functionality section of the PQM II manual. The Totalized
Pulse Input register of PQM II#4 can be set to sum the counts from Switch Inputs 1 through
4, thus giving a total energy representation for the 4 metering locations. The count value
for each Pulse Input on PQM II#4 can be set to match the Pulse Output Interval as
programmed on each PQM II. For example, if PQM II#1 had a Pulse Output Interval =
100 kWhr, and PQM II#2 had a Pulse Output Interval = 10 kWhr, then Pulse Input 1 on
PQM II#4 would have the Pulse Input Value set for 100 and Pulse Input 2 on PQM II#4
would have the Pulse Input Value set for 10.
F1 F2 F3 F4
COM
41
#1 #2 #3 #4
AUX1
42
N/O
AUX1 AUX1 AUX1
L L
M
COM N/O COM N/O COM N/O
41 42 41 42 41 42
+24VDC
SW1
SW2
SW3
SW4
M
33 32 31 30 29
Various operating parameters must be taken into account. The PQM II Switch Inputs
require a minimum 100 ms operation time to be detected. Therefore the Pulse Output
Width should be equal to or greater than 100 ms. The duration of the contact operation
can be indefinite. The internal Switch Input circuit of the PQM II is switched on and off at
the times when the PQM II is reading the Switch Inputs status. Monitoring the input to one
of the PQM II Switch Inputs will reveal a pulsed 24 V DC waveform, not a constant signal.
Standard wiring practice should be adhered to when making connections to the PQM II
Switch Inputs, i.e. avoiding long runs of cable along current carrying conductors or any
other source of EMI. An induced voltage on the Switch Input can cause malfunction of the
Switch Input.
Warranty
Appendix A
Setpoints
The following messages have been added to the PQM II setpoint structure to
accommodate this modification. The messages are located in setpoints page
S4 ALARMS CONTROL MOD 506 SETPOINTS (after the MISCELLANEOUS heading).
MOD 506 [] STEP 1 RELAY: Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
SETPOINTS OFF
STEP 1 PICKUP ≥ Range: 0.1 to 6500.0 kvar in steps of
MESSAGE 0.1
+600 kvar
STEP 1 DROPOUT ≤ Range: –3250.0 to 3250.0 kvar in steps
MESSAGE of 0.1
0.0 kvar
STEP 1 PICKUP Range: 0.1 to 60.0 min in steps of 0.1
MESSAGE
DELAY: 1.0 min
STEP 1 DISABLE Range: 0.1 to 60.0 min in steps of 0.1
MESSAGE
TIME: 5.0 min
STEP 2 RELAY: Range: Alarm, Aux1, Aux2, Aux3, Off
MESSAGE
OFF
STEP 2 PICKUP ≥ Range: 0.1 to 6500.0 kvar in steps of
MESSAGE 0.1
+600 kvar
• STEP 1(4) RELAY: The state of the output relay assigned in this message will be
controlled by the STEP it is assigned to. Once a relay has been assigned to a particular
step, it will not activate upon any other PQM II conditions (i.e. pulse output, alarm, etc.).
If a particular relay has not been assigned to any STEP, it will function as per standard
PQM II implementation.
• STEP 1(4) PICKUP: When the three-phase kvar value is positive and it becomes equal
to or exceeds the value set in this setpoint the output relay assigned to the STEP will
energize providing the conditions in all other setpoints are met.
• STEP 1(4) DROPOUT: When the three-phase kvar value becomes less than or equal to
the value set in this setpoint the output relay assigned to the STEP will de-energize.
Since over compensation is possible, the dropout value can be set to negative vars.
• STEP 1(4) PICKUP DELAY: The STEP will turn on after the delay set in this setpoint has
elapsed assuming all other conditions have been met.
This delay setting will start counting down once the SYSTEM STABILIZATION TIME setting
has elapsed.
STEP 1(4) DISABLE TIME: When STEP turns off, it is not allowed to turn back on until the
time set in this setpoint has elapsed. This allows the capacitors to discharge before
being re-energized again.
• SYSTEM STABILIZATION TIME: When any action is performed (turning STEPS on/off or
low voltage is detected), the system must be allowed to stabilize for the time set in this
setpoint before any further actions can be performed. This time is necessary to allow
the system to stabilize without the capacitors trying to recharge
• LOW VOLTAGE LEVEL: When the system voltage (average three-phase voltage)
becomes equal to or less than this setpoint, all STEPS are turned off. Upon recovery
(three-phase voltage is greater than this setpoint) the time set in the SYSTEM
STABILIZATION TIME setpoint must have elapsed before any actions will be performed. If
this feature is not required, set it to “Off”.
• LOW VOLTAGE DETECT DELAY: In some cases where noise or spikes are present on
the line it may not be desirable to detect low voltage right away, therefore, this
setpoint can be used to delay the detection until voltage is definitely low.
• STEP PRIORITY: The STEP PRIORITY setpoint determines the sequence the STEPS are
allowed to turn on in a case where the condition may be satisfied by more than one
STEP. Therefore, the STEP with the highest priority will be energized first. If the STEP
with highest priority is already energized, the STEP with second highest priority will be
used, and so forth. The STEP priority is set from highest to lowest (left to right) when
viewing this setpoint. For example, “1,2,3,4” signifies that STEP 1 has the highest
priority and STEP 4 has the lowest priority. Note that only one STEP is allowed to turn
on or off at a time.
Enervista PQM II setup software does not support any MODs. The settings and metering
values under this MOD can be accessed using the unit front panel or the Modbus analyzer
tools.
Actual Values
The following messages have been added to the PQM II actual values structure to
accommodate this modification. The messages are located in actual values page
A2 STATUS MOD 506 ACTUAL VALUES.
• PICKUP TIMERS: These timers are loaded with the STEP 1(4) PICKUP DELAY setpoint settings
when the required conditions are met. The timers are displayed beginning with STEP 1
on the left and ending with STEP 4 on the right.
• DISABLE TIMERS: These timers are loaded with the STEP 1(4) DISABLE TIME setpoint
settings when the required conditions are met. The timers are displayed beginning
with STEP 1 on the left and ending with STEP 4 on the right.
• SYSTEM STABILIZATION TIMER: This timer is continuously loaded with the SYSTEM
STABILIZATION TIME setpoint setting and will only start to count down to 0 when the
system becomes stable.
• LOW VOLTAGE DETECT TIMER: This timer is loaded with the LOW VOLTAGE DETECT DELAY
setpoint setting when low voltage is detected and will start to count down to 0.
0 = “1, 2, 3, 4” ---
1 = “1, 2, 4, 3” ---
2 = “1, 3, 2, 4” ---
3 = “1, 3, 4, 2” ---
5 = “1, 4, 3, 2” ---
6 = “2, 1, 3, 4” ---
7 = “2, 1, 4, 3” ---
8 = “2, 3, 1, 4” ---
9 = “2, 3, 4, 1” ---
10 = “2, 4, 1, 3” ---
11 = “2, 4, 3, 1” ---
12 = “3, 1, 2, 4” ---
13 = “3, 1, 4, 2” ---
14 = “3, 2, 1, 4” ---
15 = “3, 2, 4, 1” ---
16 = “3, 4, 1, 2” ---
17 = “3, 4, 2, 1” ---
18 = “4, 1, 2, 3” ---
19 = “4, 1, 3, 2” ---
20 = “4, 2, 1, 3” ---
21 = “4, 2, 3, 1” ---
22 = “4, 3, 1, 2” ---
23 = “4, 3, 2, 1” ---
Revision History
Release Dates
PQM II
MANUAL GE PART NO. RELEASE DATE
REVISION
PQM II
MANUAL GE PART NO. RELEASE DATE
REVISION
GEK-106435M 1601-0118-AD
2.2x 21 May 2010
(GEK-106475D) (1601-0130-A5)
GEK-106435N 1601-0118-AE
2.2x 16 March 2012
(GEK-106475E) (1601-0130-A6)
Release Notes
PAGE DESCRIPTION
(AG)
4-9 Added new section for Converting PQM <v3.60 files for use in PQM II v2.35
PAGE DESCRIPTION
(AF)
7-59 7-59 Update Updated Binary Input/ Binary Input Change section
Warranty
For products shipped as of 1 October 2013, GE warrants most of its GE manufactured
products for 10 years. For warranty details including any limitations and disclaimers, see
the Terms and Conditions at
https://www.gegridsolutions.com/multilin/warranty.htm
For products shipped before 1 October 2013, the standard 24-month warranty applies.
Index Index
A
ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................... 1-13
ACTUAL VALUES
main menu ......................................................................................................... 6-1
viewing with EnerVista PQM II setup software .................................................... 4-13
ALARM LED ......................................................................................................... 3-2
ALARM RELAY
description ........................................................................................................ 2-14
LED indicator ..................................................................................................... 3-3
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-30
ALARMS
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-17
introduction ........................................................................................................ 1-5
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-31
ANALOG INPUT
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-16
description ........................................................................................................ 2-17
multiplexing ....................................................................................................... 2-16
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-24
simulation ......................................................................................................... 5-50
ANALOG OUTPUTS
connection ........................................................................................................ 2-17
description ........................................................................................................ 2-16
parameters ........................................................................................................ 5-22
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-20
simulation ......................................................................................................... 5-49
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-14
APPLICATION NOTES .......................................................................................... 7-1
APPLICATIONS OF THE PQMII ............................................................................ 1-2
AUXILIARY RELAYS
description ........................................................................................................ 2-14
LED indicators .................................................................................................... 3-3
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-30
B
BAUD RATE ......................................................................................................... 5-7
C
CALCULATION PARAMETERS ............................................................................ 5-10
CAPACITOR BANK SWITCHING .................................................................. 5-41, A-1
CHANGES TO MANUAL ................................................................................. A-8, A-9
CLEAR DATA ...................................................................................................... 5-12
CLOCK
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-20
clock not set alarm ............................................................................................ 5-47
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-17
COMMUNICATIONS
description ............................................................................................... 2-17, 2-19
failure alarm ...................................................................................................... 5-47
introduction ................................................................................................. 1-5, 1-6
LEDs .................................................................................................................. 3-2
options ............................................................................................................... 1-6
RS232 ................................................................................................ 2-19, 4-2, 4-6
RS485 ................................................................................ 1-6, 2-17, 2-19, 4-3, 4-6
setpoints ..................................................................................................... 5-7, 5-8
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-17
D
DATA LOGGER
accessing.......................................................................................................... 7-15
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-22
implementation .................................................................................................. 7-13
interpreting ....................................................................................................... 7-15
memory full alarm .............................................................................................. 5-47
parameters ....................................................................................................... 7-18
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-29
with software ..................................................................................................... 4-17
DATE .................................................................................................................... 5-8
DEFAULT MESSAGES
adding ................................................................................................................ 3-7
default message time .......................................................................................... 5-5
deleting ............................................................................................................... 3-7
description .......................................................................................................... 3-6
DEFAULT SETPOINTS ........................................................................................ 5-13
DEMAND
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-13
calculation methods ........................................................................................... 5-10
clearing ............................................................................................................. 5-12
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-43
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-17
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH TESTING ..................................................................... 2-19
DISPLAY ............................................................................................................... 3-1
DISPLAY FILTERING ............................................................................................ 5-5
DNP COMMUNICATIONS
setpoints ............................................................................................................. 5-8
E
ENERGY
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-11
clearing ............................................................................................................. 5-12
F
FACTORY MODIFICATIONS ................................................................................ 1-13
FEATURES ............................................................................................ 1-2, 1-4, 1-5
FIRMWARE
upgrading via EnerVista PQMII setup software .................................................... 4-7
upgrading via HyperTerminal .............................................................................. 7-7
FREQUENCY METERING
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-14
clearing values .................................................................................................. 5-13
FREQUENCY RELAYS
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-37
FRONT PANEL ..................................................................................................... 3-1
H
HARMONICS
introduction ........................................................................................................ 1-9
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-15
viewing with software ......................................................................................... 4-14
Help, getting ......................................................................................................... 1-2
HI-POT TESTING ................................................................................................ 2-19
HYPERTERMINAL ................................................................................................ 7-8
communications ................................................................................................ 7-10
interfacing with the PQMII ................................................................................... 7-7
I
IED SETUP .......................................................................................................... 4-4
K
KEYPAD ........................................................................................................ 3-3, 3-5
L
LABEL .................................................................................................................. 2-2
LED INDICATORS ................................................................................................ 3-2
O
OPTIONS ............................................................................................................ 5-17
ORDER CODES ......................................................................................... 1-12, 6-29
OUTPUT RELAYS
alarm relay ............................................................................................... 2-14, 5-30
auxiliary relays .................................................................................................. 2-14
description ........................................................................................................ 2-14
introduction ......................................................................................................... 1-7
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-30
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-15
OVERCURRENT ................................................................................................. 5-33
OVERFREQUENCY
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-37
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-16
OVERVOLTAGE
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-34
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-16
P
PACKAGING ....................................................................................................... 1-19
PARITY ................................................................................................................. 5-7
PHASE CTs
see entry for CTs
PHASE OVERCURRENT ..................................................................................... 5-33
PHASE REVERSAL ............................................................................................. 5-35
PHASE UNDERCURRENT ................................................................................... 5-33
PHASORS
actual values ....................................................................................................... 6-7
applications ....................................................................................................... 7-10
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS ....................................................................................... 2-2
POWER ALARMS
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-38
POWER ANALYSIS
introduction ......................................................................................................... 1-8
with EnerVista PQMII setup software ................................................................. 4-14
POWER FACTOR
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-40
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-17
POWER METERING
actual values ....................................................................................................... 6-7
clearing values .................................................................................................. 5-13
conventions ...................................................................................................... 6-11
POWER QUALITY ............................................................................................... 6-20
PRODUCT LABEL ................................................................................................. 2-2
PRODUCT OPTIONS ........................................................................................... 5-17
R
RESET KEY ......................................................................................................... 3-4
REVISION HISTORY ............................................................................................ 2-3
RS232 COMMUNICATIONS
configuring with EnerVista PQMII setup ............................................................... 4-6
connections ................................................................................................ 2-19, 4-2
setpoints ............................................................................................................ 5-7
RS485 COMMUNICATIONS
configuring with EnerVista PQMII setup ............................................................... 4-6
connections ....................................................................................... 2-17, 2-19, 4-3
introduction ........................................................................................................ 1-6
setpoints ............................................................................................................ 5-7
RX1 LED .............................................................................................................. 3-2
RX2 LED .............................................................................................................. 3-3
S
SECURITY ........................................................................................................... 3-6
SELF-TEST LED ................................................................................................... 3-2
SERIAL NUMBER ......................................................................................... 2-3, 6-29
SERVICE PASSCODE ......................................................................................... 5-51
SETPOINT ACCESS
security .............................................................................................................. 3-6
through switch inputs ......................................................................................... 2-15
SETPOINTS
entering with EnerVista PQMII setup software .................................................... 4-12
entry methods .................................................................................................... 5-1
loading factory default ....................................................................................... 5-13
loading from a file .............................................................................................. 4-11
main menu ......................................................................................................... 5-2
saving to a file .................................................................................................... 4-7
setpoint access .................................................................................................. 5-5
SIMULATION
current .............................................................................................................. 5-48
voltage .............................................................................................................. 5-48
SIMULATION LED ................................................................................................ 3-2
SINGLE LINE DIAGRAM ....................................................................................... 1-3
SOFTWARE
actual values ..................................................................................................... 4-13
description ........................................................................................................ 1-11
entering setpoints .............................................................................................. 4-12
hardware requirements ....................................................................................... 4-2
installation ......................................................................................................... 4-3
loading setpoints ............................................................................................... 4-11
T
TARIFF PERIOD .................................................................................................. 5-11
Technical support .................................................................................................. 1-2
TEST LEDs ......................................................................................................... 5-48
TEST RELAYS .................................................................................................... 5-48
THD
actual values ..................................................................................................... 6-21
clearing values .................................................................................................. 5-13
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-36
THDF .................................................................................................................. 6-21
TIME ..................................................................................................................... 5-8
TIME RELAY ....................................................................................................... 5-46
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
see entry for THD
TRACE MEMORY
introduction ....................................................................................................... 1-10
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-13
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-14
triggered trace memory resolution ...................................................................... 7-12
with software ..................................................................................................... 4-15
TRANSDUCER I/O
see entries for ANALOG INPUT and ANALOG OUTPUT
TRANSFORMER HARMONIC DERATING FACTOR .............................................. 6-21
TX1 LED ............................................................................................................... 3-2
TX2 LED ............................................................................................................... 3-3
U
UNDERCURRENT ............................................................................................... 5-33
UNDERFREQUENCY
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-37
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-16
UNDERVOLTAGE
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-33
specifications .................................................................................................... 1-16
UPGRADING FIRMWARE ...................................................................................... 4-7
V
VALUE KEYS ........................................................................................................ 3-5
VERSIONS .......................................................................................................... 6-28
VOLTAGE ALARMS
setpoints ........................................................................................................... 5-31
VOLTAGE DISTURBANCE RECORDER
W
WARRANTY ......................................................................................................... 8-1
WAVEFORM CAPTURE
introduction ........................................................................................................ 1-9
with software ..................................................................................................... 4-14
WIRING .......................................................................... 2-5, 2-6, 2-8, 2-9, 2-10, 2-11