PME-20-PH

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without notice.

PME-20-PH
REFERENCE: HACVMV02
EDITION: August 1,2007
VERSION: 2
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PME-20-PH PACKINGLIST
INDEX
1 PME-20-PH UNIT
PME-20-PH PACKINGLIST......................................... 4
1 Calibration certificate
1. INTRODUCTION.................................................. 5 1 Warranty statement and registration form
2. MEASURMENT INPUTS ......................................... 6 1 User’s Manual

3. USE OF THE CONTROLS ...................................... 8 1 Battery Charger

4 NiMH Batteries
4. MENU DESCRIPTION ......................................... 10
4 Test Connection cables, 2 m. length
5. DESCRIPTION OF DISPLAY ................................. 11 4 Cocodrile Clips
6. ICONS............................................................... 12 1 Nylon Protection Bag

7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................. 14
INPUTS: ................................................................. 14
PHASE ANGLE MEASUREMENT................................ 14
FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT ................................. 14
LCD DISPLAY .......................................................... 14
TEMPERATURE........................................................ 14
BATTERY CHARGER ................................................ 15
BATTERIES .............................................................. 15
OTHER .................................................................. 15
8. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE , AFTER SALES SERVICE
AND WARRANTY .................................................... 16

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1. INTRODUCTION 2. MEASURMENT INPUTS

The instrument has 2 main input taps that are completely isolated, they are
From a general point of view, the phase angle reading is a vital piece of
Channel 1 and Channel 2 marked as CH 1 and CH 2. Each of these inputs has
information in the commissioning process in almost any electrical installation,
a Common tap (BLACK), a current input tap (GREEN), and a voltage input tap
despite its size and/or power. Mainly it is used to check the accuracy of the
(RED).
expected phase angles, but also to check the correct phasing in all the elements
that are related with measurement and protection. This also applies to the
voltage and current instrument transformers. To properly perform this task, a
The input range is wide both in Current and Voltage. The instrument can
phase angle measurement instrument is required. The phase angle
accommodate current from 0.1 A to 25 A in the Current input taps (GREEN)
measurement, which is found as a function in almost any multifunction portable
and voltage from 0.2 V to 500 V in the Voltage input taps (RED). As there are
meter these days, is not sufficient for this particular application. The application
no parameter ranges, the operator does not need to make any other
in commissioning requires a wider range in terms of input values and the ability
connections to the inputs.
to display angles between two currents or two voltages, instead the classic
solution between one voltage and one current.
ATTENTION: The current input has very low impedance
(shunt). Be careful not to connect the current input to a
The PME-20-PH is designed to cover this particular application, bringing the
voltage source, as it will produce a short-circuit in the voltage
most suitable solutions and facilities to assure a quick, easy, and accurate
supply. This will not damage the PME-20-PH, but may
measurement, saving time and obtaining quality results.
damage the voltage source if it is not adequately protected.
Our address to assist you:
EUROSMC, S.A.
Client Service
Having the ability of the instrument to have low values connected in both Current
Polígono Industrial P-29 and Voltage enables the use of Current clamps without the need of cutting off
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specified.
Madrid (Spain)
For example, the if current being analyzed is around 20 A, a current clamp with
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If we measure with lower currents and use a Current clamp (for example 20/5,
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3. USE OF THE CONTROLS
ADVISE: Any type or brand of current Clamp may be used
with the equipment, but one should be aware that the current The equipment has a membrane keyboard made up of 5 press button keys.
clamp being used can give an error in the phase angle Some of the keys have a double function, below each key and all its functions
reading. This depends on the accuracy of the Current Clamp are described.
and can influence the reading of the instrument.

ON/OFF: This key has a double function. By pressing this key for various
seconds the unit will turn ON and repeating the same will turn OFF.
The other function associated with this key it that it controls the LCD light. By
pressing quickly and lightly the LCD Displays lights up or the Display is not lit.
MODE: This key works in a continuos cycle in 3 possible function modes, which
can be selected. They are:

o ANG: Phase angle measurement between two channels whether it is

Voltage or Current or the combination of both. (The equipment starts
by defect in this mode)

o FREQ: Frequency Measurement. This mode measures the frequency

input in Reference Channel 1 (Ch 1), whether it is current or voltage.

o COS ϕ: Power Factor Measurement. This mode measures the power

factor between the 2 input channels.

SET: Once the mode has been selected, pressing the SET keys enters the
instrument in sub menus that must be selected to configure the instrument to the
options required.
↑UP ARROW: This key has a double function. With this key we can select the
menus and sub menus to the option required.
The other function of this key is that it is related to the Display contrast light. By
pressing quickly and lightly and on the display will appear a contrast scale bar.
By continuing to press this key the contrast scale bar will show the contrast scale
and the actual Display light will continue to become dimmer.

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↓DOWN ARROW: The function of this key is exactly the same as the UP Arrow 4. MENU DESCRIPTION
except enhances the light of the Display.
Once we have selected one of the 3 modes, to select menu and sub menus we
use the keys SET, ↑UP, ↓DOWN. With the instrument ON we make the first
selection by pressing the key SET, by doing so the first menu appears in which
we can select between ANGLE, ROT (Rotation sense) and EXIT. Once one of the
3 choices are made, press again SET, and another sub menu will appear in
which we can choose the type of angle reading between [0 – 360º] or [+-
180º], and for the phase angle positive rotation sense, whether they are lagging
or leading between [CCW] o [CW]. (CCW= Counter clockwise and CW=
clockwise). Once everything has been selected for the reading, then select EXIT
and press SET.

The settings made both in Display light contrast and the sub menus selected are
stored and are the parameters and are displayed in future measurements. In this
way when the equipment is turned off and used at a later date it is not necessary
to reconfigure everything again. The last settings made are maintained.

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5. DESCRIPTION OF DISPLAY
6. ICONS
Battery Level indicator. With the instrument turned off and
The drawing below shows the Display LCD of the PME-20-PH. A brief
with the battery charge connected, the symbol will be flash
description is given of the various icons and abbreviations of this
while the batteries are charging. It does not indicate the
Display
battery charge level. When the battery is fully charged it
will stop flashing.
When the equipment is turn ON and there is no battery
charger connected, then it indicated the level of the battery
Indicates the The actual Measurement charge.
measurement measurement Mode
Indicates that the Battery Charger is connected and the
option selected.
battery is fully charged.
Indicates that the Battery Charger is connected and the
equipment may not batteries or that the batteries are
charging.
Indicates that the phase angle measurement is between +
180º and -180º. This reading is always measured from
the reference channel 1 - Ch 1.
Indicates that the phase angle measurement is between 0
and 360º. This reading is always measured from the
reference channel 1 - Ch 1.

Contrast Indicates that the phase angle measured with a + sign are
Contrast
Units moving in Clockwise sense against the reference (Lagging
in an ABC system).
Indicates that the phase angle measured with a + sign are
moving in Counterclockwise sense against the reference
(Leading in an ABC system).
Indicates the quadrant where the vector power is situated.
This indicator will only appear when the Power Factor
Mode is selected and the interpretation depends on the
positive sense of the phase angle rotation as leading or
lagging.

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Indicates the phase angle value on a linear scale, INPUTS:
depending on the phase angle mode ( + 180º and -
180ºor 0 and 360º. ). This indicator will only appear o Range of Voltage Input: 0.2 – 500Vrms
when the Phase Angle Mode is selected.
o Range of Current Input: 0.1 - 25Arms
Each Input can be either Voltage or Current and have a independent reference.
Indicates the contrast level selected. The arrow moves to
the right and left depending on the light whether it is PHASE ANGLE MEASUREMENT
increased or decreased. This indicator only appears for a
few seconds and once selected will not appear on the o Range +/- 180 – 0º 0 – 359,9º
Display.
o Accuracy +/- 0.1º +/- 1 digit
In the whole range functions with direct Inputs
Indicates that there is no measurement signals in the
inputs and will also flash. Depending on the Mode
selected it may be that there may be a signal necessary in FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT
both channels or that ti is not connected to the reference o Range 40 – 50 Hz
channel 1.
o Resolution 0001HZ
o Accuracy +/- 0002Hz

LCD DISPLAY
o Color B/N
o Back Light Yes
o Contrast Adjustable
o Dimensions 62 x 44 cm

TEMPERATURE
o Range 0 – 50ºC

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BATTERY CHARGER 8. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE , AFTER SALES SERVICE

o DC Voltage 9 – 12 Vdc
AND WARRANTY
o DC Current 1A minimum
WARRANTY
Battery Charger is supplied with the instrument
Our warranty expresses the confidence we have in our products, based on the
BATTERIES reliability and functions that are expected by our clients.
o Nominal Voltage 1.2 Vdc The warranty covers the repairs and/or replacements of components, which are
o Capacity 1,500 mAh faulty without costs.

o Number 4 The software designed by EUROSMC, either installed in the product or in the
computer, is guaranteed of programming instruction failures.
o Type NiMH
Period: All products made by EUROSMC are guaranteed for a period of one
o Duration 2 Hours with back light year from the date and/or day reflected in the warranty, which is included with
o Duration 4 Hours Without back light the unit.

o Charge time 3 hours EUROSMC will repair or replace any abnormal function or defects in our
product that were not provoked by the following, which may cause the
If Batteries are changed, use NiMH type batteries and voltage warranty to be revoked:
OTHER o Improper use of the product, incorrect connections or operations not
specified or explained in this Instruction Manual.
o Dimensiones Height: 226 mm
o Any manipulation of the product, repairs, adjustments, or changes,
Width: 115 mm made by unauthorized persons.
Depth: 45 mm o The use of the product outside its specifications.
o Weight 600 g With batteries
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
EUROSMC offers the supply of materials and components in all our products
ADVISE: When the equipment is used for the first time with for 3 years after the product is no longer manufactured. We offer our
new batteries, be sure to make a complete cycle of charging technical support for a 5-year period.
and a full discharge of the battery. This should be done
anytime new batteries are used. OTHER EUROSMC PRODUCTS
For more information of our product range, please consult our local
representative or us. We manufacture the following:
o Relay testing equipment for voltage, current, frequency and
synchronizing relays.
o Circuit Breaker Analyzers

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o Portable timers,
o Alternating current test equipment.
o Current supplies.
o Systems to test MCB's.
o Voltage or current regulation equipment,

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