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Hydrotrac User Manual
HydroTrac
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Contents
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Description......................................................................................................................5-1
7.
Specifications..................................................................................................... 7-1
8.
Index.................................................................................................................... 8-3
List Of Figures
Figure 1-1. HydroTrac Front Panel. .............................................................................................1-2
Figure 1-2. Circular Buffer Memory..............................................................................................1-5
List Of Tables
Table 1. HydroTrac Front Panel Display......................................................................................1-3
Table 2. HydroTrac Front Panel Buttons .....................................................................................1-6
Table 3. HydroTrac Menu Commands.........................................................................................2-6
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1.
Introduction
1.1
Overview
Welcome to the HydroTrac User Manual. The HydroTrac instrument is the costeffective solution to the continuous partial discharge (PD) monitoring of hydrogenerators.
This manual explains, and gives various examples of, the usage for your HydroTrac
instrument. Installation of the sensors (epoxy-mica capacitive couplers) and the
HydroTrac instrument are described in the PDA Coupler Installation Guide and
HydroTrac Installation Guide, respectively. There are three companion software
packages, which are described in other documentation:
TracLink to download archived data from the HydroTrac
TracCon to download pulse height analysis PD plots through the
HydroTrac
TracWiz to configure the HydroTrac
To begin with, some basic information about HydroTrac is listed below to help you get
familiar with the instrument. The HydroTrac instrument is a very sophisticated piece of
technology that is remarkably simple to use. The instruments interface design is easy to
use. Six buttons are used to enter all the information HydroTrac will ever need.
However, this six-button limitation does make some tasks a little more time-consuming.
Reading through this manual will make entering the setup information of the instrument a
breeze. See Section 3, for more information on the Setup mode.
Your HydroTrac instrument panel is located inside the HydroTrac Enclosure and contains
a 4-line LCD display, which can be viewed through the case window. This display can be
configured to inform you of:
Status LEDs notify the user when the unit is acquiring data and if the instrument
needs immediate attention for a malfunction, or a variety of user-defined
monitoring conditions.
Introduction 1-1
1.2
Access Panel
Item
Acquiring
Data
New Data
1-2 Introduction
Description
This LED will light up for the period of time it takes to collect a reading
(usually 45-50 seconds). When the instrument is in the process of
retrieving data from the various sensors this will blink off briefly once
every five seconds. This signals the changing of the pulse magnitude
window being monitored. If this light is blinking at a rate of more than
once every five seconds, or it does not stay on for a full five seconds,
it indicates a problem with the reference signal.
This LED simply informs the user that new data has been collected
and is available to the user. It will remain lit for a period of 5 seconds
once the collection of data is complete.
NQN / QMax
Alarm
This LED signals the sensors have picked up partial discharge signals
above the threshold set by the user. This light will remain on until
acknowledged. An output relay is also activated when this light is on.
This button has various functionalities dependent on the menu screen
visible. It can be used to clear alarms when operating in the
Continuous On-line mode.
F1
F2
This is a cursor movement and scroll button. It will move the flashing
cursor to the left. At times it will also act as a scrolling button for
screens and menus.
This is a cursor movement, scroll and change data button. It will move
the flashing cursor up. At times it will also act as a scrolling button for
on screen input values. It will sometimes allow you to change data
where the input cursor is.
This is a cursor movement, scroll and change data button. It will move
the flashing cursor down. At times it will also act as a scrolling button
for on screen input values. It will sometimes allow you to change data
where the input cursor is.
This is a cursor movement and scroll button. It will move the flashing
cursor to the right. At times it will also act as a scrolling button for
screens and menus.
Cancel
OK
Attention
This is the Cancel or Escape button of the instrument. It will allow you
to back up to the previous screen or escape a screen without saving
any changes.
This is the instruments enter button. It will be used to make choices
and enter information.
This LED will indicate the instrument has a problem based on the
setting configuration. The light will flash until the problem is corrected.
See Section Error! Reference source not found..
This is a communications port allowing test result data to be
downloaded to a computer for analysis. See the TracLink Users
Manual for a complete description of the method of downloading data
and the possible uses of the downloaded data.
Introduction 1-3
1.3
Definitions
There are some terms used throughout this manual that are technical or specialized in
nature. For a better and much quicker understanding of this instrument and maximum
productivity, please read through these definitions.
NQN: NQN (normalized quantity number) is a partial discharge (PD) quantity that is
proportional to the total partial discharge activity measured by a PD sensor. Negative
NQN refers to the total activity from negative PD pulses. Positive NQN refers to the total
PD activity from positive PD pulses. NQN is an indicator of the average condition of the
stator winding insulation. For further information regarding PD theory, please contact Iris
Power Engineering.
Qm (Qmax): Qm, or Qmax, is the magnitude of the PD activity, measured in millivolts,
corresponding to a pulse repetition rate of 10 pulses per second. Qm is an indicator of
how severe the PD is at the most deteriorated part of the winding. Positive and negative
Qm refer to the peak PD activity from positive and negative PD pulses, respectively. The
terms Qm and Qmax are used interchangeably throughout the manual and the
instrument software.
2-D Data: PD data results are often displayed in a two-dimensional display depicting
polarity, pulse-count rate, and magnitude. The pulse totals displayed are separated and
classified based on characteristics and source. This data is downloaded using the
TracCon application.
Archived Data: The Daily Archived Data is a summary of all the PD readings taken over
the last month, in day-by-day records. The Monthly Archived Data is a further summary
of the last 24 Daily Archived Data records for a total summary time span of two years.
Archived data includes maximum, minimum and average readings for each of the
+/- NQN and +/- Qm values for each coupler. This is accessed using the TracLink
application.
Multiplexor or Termination Board: This is the internal circuit board to which external
inputs are connected. This circuit board serves four purposes:
.
Alarm: The alarm will signal that partial discharge readings have been received which
are higher than the thresholds set by the user in the configuration of the instrument.
Once the alarm is triggered, it will remain on until acknowledged.
Note:
HydroTrac has a built-in single-output alarm, but can also be connected to a
separate Alarm Output Module. If you have the Alarm Output Module option
installed, the Latched Output will remain on, or set, as long as any alarm is
active. The Momentary Output will set and automatically reset after a few
seconds.
Sensitivity Range: This range determines the upper and lower boundaries of the partial
discharge detection of the instrument. For example, if the 5-85 mV sensitivity range is
selected, then only PD pulses within the range will be counted; pulses of magnitude
greater than 85 mV will be over range. It is possible that if the sensitivity range is set too
low or too high, then no NQN or Qm can be calculated.
1-4 Introduction
Phase Shift: In order to properly calibrate the HydroTrac instrument, the phase shift
between the power frequency reference voltage and the voltage of the phase under test
must be determined. With EMCs, this shift is +90 degrees.
Alarm Threshold: The alarm threshold is a number set by the user as an upper limit of
NQN or Qm acceptability. Once this value is exceeded in the monitoring process, an
alarm is triggered.
Circular Buffer: See Figure 1-2. Circular Buffer Memory. This diagram illustrates the
concept of the circular buffer method of data storage. The buffer is based on a FIFO
(first in first out) architecture in order to preserve the most recent data.
Add to top of stack
Newest Data
F
I
F
O
Circular
Buffer
Oldest Data
1.4
Manual Conventions
1.4.1
Disabled
Introduction 1-5
1.4.2
OK
Cancel
F1
F2
1-6 Introduction
2.
HydroTrac Menu
Commands
The following table represents a summary of the most common HydroTrac Commands
as well as a short cut menu path for the command.
Command
Menu Path
Description Of Command
(From root)
AC Line Sync
Settings
Settings Menu #2
AC Sync Voltage
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #2
Alarms
Settings
Settings Menu #3
Change Date
Settings
Settings Menu #7
Change Name
Settings
Settings Menu #6
Command
Menu Path
Description Of Command
(From root)
Check Battery
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #6
Check High Power
Supplies
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #4
Check Indicators
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #3
Check Line
Frequency
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #2
Check Low Power
Supplies
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #5
Check Multiplexor
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #9
Check Network
Communications
Port
Diagnostics
Check Reference
Power
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #7
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #6
Check RS232
Communications
Port
Diagnostics
Check Temperature
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #8
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #4
Clear Alarm Flags
Self-Test Menu #7
Self Tests
Clear Alarm
Counters
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #1
2-2 HydroTrac Menu Commands
Command
Menu Path
Description Of Command
(From root)
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #2
Clear
Communication
Errors Counter
Diagnostics
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #3
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #4
Clear Event Log
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #3
Clear High
Temperature
Counter
Diagnostics
Clear Low
Temperature
Counter
Diagnostics
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #2
Events Log
Events Logged #2
Events Log
Events Logged #3
Clear Power Supply
Fault Counter
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #5
Diagnostics
Events Logged #1
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Log
Events Logged #5
Continuous On-Line
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Command
Menu Path
Description Of Command
(From root)
Enable MUX
Continuous On-Line
Settings
Settings Menu #8
Enable SOM
Settings
Settings Menu #8
Factory Setup
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #3
Instrument
Information
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #1
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #1
Measurement
Duration
Settings
Network
Settings
Settings Menu #9
Settings Menu #4
Phase Adjust
Settings
Settings Menu #2
Command
Menu Path
Description Of Command
(From root)
Settings
Settings Menu #4
Purge Storage
Memory
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #4
Restore Settings
Settings
Settings Menu #1
Save Settings
Settings
Settings Menu #1
Set Sensitivity
Settings
Settings Menu #5
Measurements
Single Shot
Single Shot Menu #2
Single Shot
Sensitivity
Measurements
Single Shot
Measurements
Command
Menu Path
Description Of Command
(From root)
Single Shot
Measurements
Single Shot
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #5
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #2
2.1
Operating Modes
The HydroTrac has two main modes: the Remote Control Mode and the Continuous Online Mode. Also, two distinct connection modes can be used when collecting data with
HydroTrac: Single Direct Connection and Multiple Addressed Connection. For more
information regarding connection modes, please refer to the HydroTrac Installation
Guide.
The two main operating modes are mutually exclusive; you cannot operate in both modes
simultaneously. However, you can switch back and forth between the modes. Most
customers will probably choose one mode of operation and have little need to change it.
There is a third mode of operation that may be used occasionally: the Idle Mode. This
mode is used for configuring the HydroTrac via the keypad, and once this is done, the
Idle Mode will rarely be needed. A road map of the menu system is provided in Section
3.
2.1.1
In the Remote Control Mode of operation using TracCon, a host computer controller
signals a HydroTrac to perform a measurement on any one of its coupler pair inputs.
The host computer controller performs a measurement automatically with no user
intervention required. The data type retrieved is called 2-D Data.
The Remote Control Operating Mode HydroTrac has a distinctive message displayed on
its liquid crystal display.
HydroTrac Vx.xx
Iris Power Eng.
Remote Control
->*<The display, shown above, shows the current firmware version number, and the bottom
line shows a moving cursor that moves laterally. This indicates the HydroTrac is
functioning properly. Normally, a HydroTrac instrument is only placed into Remote
Control Mode by a host computer connected via the RS485 or fiber optic interface when
a measurement is desired. It is also possible to place HydroTrac in Remote Control
Mode if the key is pressed during power up. However, once powered up, it is not
possible to place a HydroTrac instrument into Remote Control Operating Mode manually
via the front panel keypad.
2.1.2
2.1.3
Idle Mode
Pressing the Cancel key on the front panel once will bring the HydroTrac into Idle Mode
once the current test sequence is completed.
In this mode of operation, the HydroTrac accepts commands from the front panel keypad.
The user will configure all aspects of the HydroTrac operation and then, usually,
command the HydroTrac to go On-Line.
2.2
Power Up Options
The HydroTrac has some operating modes that are only accessible while pressing a
special key on the front panel display during power up. These special modes of
operation are:
3.
3.1
Power Up
HydroTrac Vxx.xx
Copyright (c) 2000
Iris Power Eng.
Initializing...
The power up message is usually displayed for only a few seconds, after which, the
instrument will either go immediately on-line or idle.
3.2
Use the
There are three main menu items logically separating the three main functionalities of the
HydroTrac. The Measurements menu contains command items used to place the
HydroTrac on-line (monitoring) or to perform single shot measurements. The Settings
menu contains menu items used to setup the HydroTrac. The Diagnostics menu
contains menu items that can be used to perform self-tests, diagnostics and
maintenance.
3.3
Measurements
Measurement Menu
The Measurement Menu displays the Continuous On-Line monitoring command and
the Single Shot sub-menu. The screen looks like this:
Measurement Menu
->Continuous On-Line
Single Shot
3.3.1
Measurements
Line
Measurement Menu
Continuous On-
Select the Continuous On-Line command to place the HydroTrac On-Line. Please
note that to configure the HydroTrac you must select the Settings command on the
HydroTrac Main Menu. To perform a single measurement, select the Single Shot
command.
3.3.2
Measurements
Measurement Menu
Single Shot
The Single Shot sub-menus allow the user to select a coupler input pair and a
measurement sensitivity range. The Single Shot menu looks like this:
Single Shot Menu #1
->More...
500mV-8000mV Range
Couplers P1-A
The Single Shot Menu #1 display shows the user what the current sensitivity range
is, (500mV to 8500mV range is shown) and the current inputs enabled (Couplers P1-A is
shown). The user can select from the following ranges:
Also, the user can choose from six coupler pairs. The coupler pairs are:
Couplers
Couplers
Couplers
Couplers
Couplers
Couplers
Please note, if the external multiplexor is not installed, or not functioning properly, the
user only has a single option for the input, the Couplers P1-A input.
Single Shot Menu #2
->More...
Get New Data
View Last Data
The Single Shot Menu #2 has two commands: Get New Data and View Last
Data. Select the Get New Data command to run a single measurement. If the
HydroTrac was configured to run a 1 Second test, then each measurement sweep takes
one second to complete, and the entire test will be completed in about 45 seconds. If the
HydroTrac was configured to run a 5 Second test then each measurement sweep takes
five seconds to complete, and the entire test will be completed in about 3 minutes.
The Get New Data command is used to perform a Single Shot Test measurement.
This command is used to help users determine the proper sensitivity to select for a
particular coupler pair. When this command is issued, the data obtained is not stored in
the Daily Archived Data or the Monthly Archived Data archive it is discarded.
When a 1 second test is selected, the display shows the following information:
Acquiring data
Running test
X..........
When a 5 second test is selected, the display shows the following information:
Acquiring data
Running test
1..........
Acquiring data
Running test
***?..........
The HydroTrac will continue with the test, but will wait until it can complete a
measurement cycle without detecting any glitches before continuing.
During a Single Shot Test the user can press the CANCEL key to abort the test and the
display will show:
User abort
Test aborted
Press OK
The View Last Data command is used to view the results of the last test. Please note
that if a test was aborted or otherwise incomplete, this command will still show Test
data is invalid.
+NQN:
-NQN:
+QMax:
-QMax:
0,
0,
0,
0,
0
0
0
0
The two columns of numbers represent the +NQN , NQN, +QMax and -QMax values for the first coupler,
C1, on the left and the second coupler, C2, on the right.
These values are truncated integer values and are rounded up or down to the nearest
whole number. Press OK or CANCEL to return to the menu display.
When performing single-shot measurements, the Alarm Thresholds are ignored.
3.4
3.4.1
Settings
Settings
Settings Menu #1
Settings Menu #1
More...
->Restore Settings
Save Settings
Restore Settings
This command is used to restore all current settings from the permanent non-volatile
memory. This is useful if you want to re-call a previously saved configuration.
Press either , or the OK key to restore the saved settings when the cursor is
displayed to the left of the Restore Settings command item. The New Data
Indicator should blink (green) momentarily to let you know the settings were actually
restored.
Save Settings
This command is used to save all current settings to permanent non-volatile memory.
This is useful if you want to temporarily reconfigure the HydroTrac and then restore its
setup to the previous condition.
Press either , or the OK key to save the current settings, when the
cursor is
displayed to the left of the Save Settings command item. The New Data Indicator
should blink (green) momentarily to let you know the settings were actually saved.
3.4.2
Settings
Settings Menu #2
Settings Menu #2
More...
->AC Line Sync (C1)
Phase Adjust +090
C1
090 Deg
AC Line Sync
This command is used to select the source of the AC line frequency signal source.
There are two sources for the AC Line Sync signal: C1 or External.
Press either
When C1 is selected, the AC Line Sync source is coupler C1, the first coupler. When
EXT is selected, the AC Line Sync source is the external reference.
Note:
If a valid AC synchronization signal cannot be detected, measurements will not
be made.
The External Reference input must be > 100 mVAC and less than 250 VAC.
Phase Adjust
This command is used to shift HydroTracs internal zero crossing detector trigger.
Normally, the AC Line Sync is derived from C1, which is a capacitive coupler that results
in a voltage shift of 90 degrees from the high voltage on the generator.
The shift is incremented
degrees.
or decremented
Note:
A shift of 345 degrees is the same as a shift of 15 degrees!
3.4.3
Settings
Settings Menu #3
Settings Menu #3
More...
->Coupler P1-A
Alarm=No NQN,No Qm
Alarm Threshold settings are only in effect when the HydroTrac is in Continuous On-line
Mode. There are six pairs of alarm settings, one for each of the six input pairs that are
available. An alarm can be based on an absolute NQN value and/or QMax value for a
given pair. If the Alarm Threshold is zero, the alarm is disabled.
Select the Alarm Threshold of an input pair by moving the cursor down to the Coupler
menu item and then use the
keys to select the pair.
Move the cursor to the Alarm menu item and press OK. The display will show the
current alarm levels for the Coupler pair previously selected.
Use the
keys to increment or decrement the
number above the ^ cursor. Alarm Threshold values
range from 1 to 65535. Press F1 to reset both Alarm
Threshold levels to 0.
keys
Note:
In reality, it is not possible to obtain readings of 65535 for NQN or QMax. The
HydroTrac instrument does allow for these values, even though they are not
practical values.
Before HydroTrac indicates an Alarm Condition, an alarm threshold must be
exceeded on four consecutive tests.
Settings Menu #3
More...
Coupler P1-A
->Alarm=No NQN,00400
If you press F1 in this menu, the currently displayed values for the given coupler pair will
be copied into all Alarm Thresholds for all coupler pairs.
Note:
When the coupler pair selection cannot be changed, and a double asterisk
appears next to the P1-A coupler, the multiplexor cannot be found, so other
coupler pair selections are disabled.
3.4.4
Settings
Settings Menu #4
Power On Mode
When HydroTrac is powered up, or reset, it can be programmed to go immediately to OnLine or Idle. The selection is made by the Power On command.
Go to Idle mode at power up, or after reset.
Settings Menu #4
More...
->Power On: IDLE
Network: ENABLED
Go to On-Line at power up, or after reset.
Settings Menu #4
More...
->Power On: ON-LINE
Network: ENABLED
On-Line
Network
HydroTrac has three communications protocols built in RS232, RS485 and fiber optics
(available internally, jumpers must be set see HydroTrac Installation Guide for more
information.)
The RS485/fiber optics protocol uses a multi-drop addressing scheme that allows up to
99 devices to be networked together on a simple four-wire RS485 connection. Due to
the complexity of the addressing scheme, the RS485/fiber optics and RS232 protocols
are mutually exclusive. You must disable one protocol in order to use the other.
3.4.5
Settings Menu #4
More...
Power On: ON-LINE
->Network: ENABLED
Settings Menu #4
More...
Power On: ON-LINE
->Network: DISABLED
Settings
Settings Menu #5
Sensitivity
HydroTrac has six sensitivity ranges spanning 5 mV to 8500 mV. Each input pair can
have its own sensitivity range selected.
Settings Menu #5
More...
Couplers P1-A
->Disabled
If Disabled is selected, the coupler pair will not be monitored when the HydroTrac is in
Continuous On-line Mode. For each coupler pair, the user selects the sensitivity ranges.
(see Section 3.3.2)
Press F1 to copy the sensitivity last used in the Single Shot Get New Data command.
Press F2 to select Disabled.
Note:
If a double asterisk appears next to the coupler pair P1-A, the HydroTrac cannot
detect the external multiplexor, and therefore does not allow the user to choose
ranges for these coupler pairs.
Generally speaking, the +Qmax or Qmax values should be about half the value of the
maximum sensitivity selected. Refer to Section 3.3.2 on how to collect a single shot of
data to determine where to set the sensitivity range. Use the following table to select the
proper sensitivity range:
(Highest sensitivity)
(Lowest sensitivity)
Sensitivity Range
5 mV to 85 mV
10 mV to 170 mV
20 mV to 320 mV
50 mV to 850 mV
100 mV to 1700 mV
200 mV to 3200 mV
500 mV to 8500 mV
< 45 mV
< 90 mV
< 180 mV
< 450 mV
< 900 mV
< 1800 mV
< 4500 mV
3.4.6
Settings
Settings Menu #6
Change Name
Each HydroTrac needs a unique name of up to 16 characters. This name is primarily
used for identification purposes when multiple HydroTracs are networked together. We
suggest you name the HydroTrac appropriately for the machine or equipment to which
the HydroTrac is connected.
Settings Menu #6
More...
->Change Name
>HydroTrac 001
Change
Instruments Name
>HydroTrac 001
^
Use the
keys to move the cursor ^ and the
keys to adjust the character displayed.
3.4.7
Settings
Settings Menu #7
Change Date
HydroTrac has a built-in real-time clock. This clock uses a lithium battery source to
provide and maintain power when the HydroTrac is not power by an external electrical
source. Normally, the clock should be checked every six months to a year, and adjusted
for drift.
Settings Menu #7
More...
->Date Setup
Change month..
*Daylight Saving On
Feb 01/00 01:00:01
^^^
Press
Note:
Invalid dates can lead to unpredictable results.
3.4.8
Settings
Settings Menu #8
Enable MUX
Most HydroTracs are shipped with an external six-pair input multiplexor (MUX). The
multiplexor is designed on a multi-layered circuit board which allows high frequency
signals to be switched in and out of the measurement circuit path as necessary. In some
circumstances, it may be beneficial to access the external coupler connections via the
BNC-type connectors provided on the front panel of the multiplexor. When this is
required, you must disable the multiplexor control via HydroTracs Enable Mux
command.
Settings Menu #8
More...
->MUX Enabled
SOM Enabled
Use the
The external multiplexor has a green indicator in the lower right-hand corner. The
indicator must be lit for normal HydroTrac operation.
Note:
When the external multiplexor is disabled, Continuous On-line Mode cannot
proceed.
3.4.9
Settings
Settings Menu #8
used to provide alarm signals for a monitoring system. The AOM is auto detected, but
the SOM must be enabled.
Settings Menu #8
More...
MUX Enabled
->SOM Enabled
Use the
As applicable
The external SOM and AOM have a yellow indicator that blinks every second or so,
indicating that they are working properly.
3.4.10
Settings
Settings Menu #9
Test Duration
This command is used to select the Test Duration. It can be set for either 1s or 5s test
duration.
Settings Menu #9
More...
->1 Second Test
Use the
5 Second Test
When the 1 Second Test is enabled, the HydroTrac performs an entire test in about 45
seconds. This is beneficial during the Continuous On-line Mode because it results in
quicker test cycles more measurements are performed on the enabled coupler pairs in
one day.
When the 5 Second Test is enabled, the HydroTrac performs an entire test in about 3
minutes. This is beneficial when very low partial discharges level are present the
longer measurement cycle results in more pulses captured.
The actual acquired data is normalized such that under normal conditions, the same
values should be recorded regardless of the Test Duration used.
3.5
Diagnostics Menu
3.5.1
Diagnostics Menu
Events Log
HydroTrac keeps track of some operating events, such as, number of times the
instrument was reset. These events are recorded in a counter that is incremented every
time the event occurs. The commands listed in this section are used for diagnostics
purposes only; they do not affect the operation of HydroTracs data acquisition system.
Each Events Log counter has a maximum value of 65535 counts.
3.5.1.1
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #1
Reset On
This command resets the date the HydroTrac has recorded as its last reset date.
Normally, HydroTrac reads the date from its real time clock every time it is reset, and
stores this information into the Reset On date in the Events Log.
Events Logged #1
More...
->Reset On Jan 01/00
Reset Count= 00001
Note:
HydroTrac performs a reset during power up and power down. If power is
removed then re-applied, the reset counter will increment by two.
Reset Count
This command clears the counter which increments every time the HydroTrac is reset.
Events Logged #1
More...
Reset On Jan 01/00
->Reset Count= 00001
Press
Note:
This counter can be useful in determining how frequently the HydroTrac
experiences power outages or brown-outs.
3.5.1.2
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #2
Press
0.
3.5.1.3
Events Logged #2
More...
High Temp = 00000
->Low Temp = 00000
Press
0.
Diagnostics
Events Logged #3
Events Log
Press
Press
3.5.1.4
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #4
Press
Events Logged #4
More...
Coupler P1-A
->Alarm Count= 00000
Press
Note:
Clearing the alarm counter does not clear the active alarm. If the Alarm Indicator
is lit, you must clear the alarm condition as well the counters and the alarm
status are separate flags.
3.5.1.5
Diagnostics
Events Log
Events Logged #5
Press
3.5.2
Events Logged #5
More...
Power Supply=00000
->System Errs= 00000
Press
Diagnostics Menu
Maintenance
The Maintenance submenu, under the Diagnostics menu, is used to clear flags that
may have been set during normal operation. Specifically, the Alarm Indicator, the
Attention Indicator and storage memory status can be viewed and/or cleared using the
Maintenance command.
3.5.2.1
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #1
Press
See below for an example of the User Alarm Flag setting. When the User Alarm Flag
(or any alarm flag) is set, the HydroTrac front panel NQN / QMax Alarm indicator is lit.
Maintenance Menu #1
More...
->Alarm is SET
Code = ------U=40
For example,
Maintenance Menu #1
More...
->Alarm is SET
Code = -23--6-=26
3.5.2.2
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #2
Press
Note:
All Attention Flags are cleared simultaneously it is not possible to clear only
one flag.
3.5.2.3
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #3
Factory Setup
This command restores the HydroTracs configuration to default settings.
Maintenance Menu #3
More...
->Factory Setup
Clear Event Log
Press
The New Data Indicator should blink momentarily (green) to indicate the setup was
actually restored.
The default settings are as follows:
Press
The New Data Indicator should blink momentarily (green) to indicate the Event Log was
actually cleared.
3.5.2.4
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #4
Press
The New Data Indicator should blink momentarily (green) to indicate the data was
actually erased.
Purge Storage Memory
This command clears HydroTracs storage memory. The memory storage contains a
summary of the last months daily data, and 24 months of summarized monthly data.
The display shows the used memory. At the end of every month, the used memory
increases by about 4%. When in Continuous On-line Mode, the memory will fill in 24
months.
Note:
Once the storage memory is purged, it cannot be restored.
Maintenance Menu #4
More
Purge Daily Data
->Used memory: 0%
Press
The New Data Indicator should blink momentarily (green) to indicate the memory was
actually erased.
The keypad becomes unresponsive for a few moments while the memory is being
permanently erased.
3.5.2.5
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #5
Upgrade
This command places HydroTrac into a special programming mode, called Code Loader
Mode. While in this mode of operation, the HydroTracs firmware can be upgraded by
Iriss Upgrade utility program. See the instructions supplied with the Upgrade version for
more information or contact Technical Support at Iris Power Engineering for more
information. (see Section 6.2.1)
Maintenance Menu #5
More...
->Upgrade...
Press
Note:
Normally, the firmware upgrade utility will automatically return the HydroTrac to
normal operation once the upgrade process is complete. However, if you must
set the HydroTrac to normal operating mode, simply remove and re-apply the
power. Once in Code Loader Mode, the HydroTrac becomes completely
unresponsive and will not be able to take any measurements until the instrument
is restored to normal operation.
3.5.3
Diagnostics Menu
Self Tests
The Self Test commands are used to check the operating condition of the HydroTrac.
3.5.3.1
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #1
Instrument Information
This command displays HydroTrac model information, hardware and firmware versions,
the HydroTracs programmed name, serial number, installed options and, finally, Iris
Power Engineerings worldwide web address.
Self-Test Menu #1
More...
->Information
Press
Press OK to view the next screen. There are three screens in total.
Model: HydroTrac
H/Ware: HYDRTRC1
S/Ware: 04.03
Instrument Name:
>HydroTrac 001
<
SN# HYDTR9934701
Options: 0279
www.irispower.com
3.5.3.2
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #2
AC Line Frequency
60.000 Hz
16.667 mSec
AC Sync Voltage
This command measures the magnitude of the AC signal measured on coupler C1, the
External Reference Input, which ever is used as the AC Sync Source.
The voltage displayed is presented as a range. For example, if the input voltage is 162
mVAC, the display will show 150 to 200 mVAC.
Self-Test Menu #2
More...
Check Line Freq.
->AC Sync Voltage
3-18 Menu System & Display Screens
AC Sync Voltage
150 to 200 mVAC
3.5.3.3
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #3
Check Indicators
This command is used to check the operating condition of HydroTracs front panel
indicators.
Note:
In order to test the Attention Indicator, the User Attention Flag must be set.
Self-Test Menu #3
More...
->Check Indicators
Press
IMPORTANT:
If you Check Indicators, the NQN / QMax Alarm indicator will also be set,
and will trigger an alarm in the Alarm Output Module, if it is installed.
3.5.3.4
Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #4
3.5.3.5
D
iagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #5
3.5.3.6
Self-Test Menu #5
->More...
+5 Power = Ok
-5 Power = Ok
Diagnostics
Self-Test Menu #6
Self Tests
This menu item displays the current status of the battery used to save settings
information, and the internal voltage reference.
When these voltages are +/-10% out of tolerance, they are reported as BAD.
Self-Test Menu #6
->More
Battery = Ok
VRef. = Ok
Note:
For information on how to replace the battery, please see the HydroTrac
Installation Guide.
Note:
VRef does NOT refer to the AC Sync voltage; it refers to an internal reference
voltage used for decoding PD pulses.
3.5.3.7
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Self-Test Menu #7
3.5.3.8
Self-Test Menu #7
More...
Check COMM
->Check Network
Diagnostics
Self-Test Menu #8
Self Tests
Check Temperature
This command checks the internal temperature of the HydroTrac. The temperature is
measured directly on the data acquisition board and reflects the temperature in Celsius
of the circuit board, not the ambient temperature.
Self-Test Menu #8
->More...
Temperature +030.0
3.5.3.9
D
iagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #9
Check Multiplexer
This command checks the status of the externally connected multiplexor.
Self-Test Menu #9
->More...
MUX Status Enabled
Self-Test Menu #9
->More...
MUX Status DISABLED
Self-Test Menu #9
->More...
MUX Status NOT Found
4.
4.1
Settings Menu #2
->More...
AC Line Sync (C1)
Phase Adjust +090
Settings Menu #3
More...
->Couplers P1-A
Alarm=No NQN,No Qm
Settings Menu #4
->More...
Power-On: ON-LINE
Network: ENABLED
Settings Menu #5
->More...
Couplers P1-A
20mV-340mV
Range
Settings Menu #8
->More...
MUX Enabled
SOM Disabled
Settings Menu #9
->More...
5 Second Test
Measurement Menu
->Continuous On-Line
Single Shot
4.2
To hold the display on a particular screen, press and hold the key. The display will be
held until the key is released. The display will be updated every 5 seconds.
Temperature: +038.0
Temperature is ok.
Jan 21/00 12:01:59
Diagnostics
Power Supplies=ok.
Sync Reference=ok.
System Faults=ok.
HydroTrac Model II
Version 04.03
SN: 9934701
0
0
4:4
AC Voltage
mVac: 50 to 100
Frequency: 59.9 Hz
Alarm Code:
Attention:
Memory Used:
Status:
07
1000
004%
00
MUX error.
Trying next coupler
pair.
Wait a moment...
5.
Termination Panel
5.1
Description
The Termination Panel is used to connect up to six pairs (12 couplers) to the
HydroTrac instrument.
The Termination Panel is housed inside the HydroTrac enclosure, and internally
connected to the HydroTrac electronics.
The Termination Panel receives power and control signals from the HydroTrac
Electronics.
The Termination Panel contains a single green indicator that is turned on when
HydroTrac performs a measurement.
HydroTrac automatically selects the coupler pair when a measurement is performed.
The Termination Panel contains surge protection circuitry.
For detailed information and dimensional diagrams on the Termination Panel, see the
HydroTrac Installation Guide.
6.
6.1
Troubleshooting Guide
The following section is meant to be used as a simple guide for troubleshooting common
problems. If you experience difficulties in getting your HydroTrac to function properly,
contact Technical Support at Iris Power Engineering.
The HydroTrac display
is blank, and does not
appear to be working.
The HydroTrac
NQN/QMax Alarm
indicator is set
The Attention indicator
is blinking, but the
HydroTrac appears to
be working properly.
8+1+2+4 = F
3. If Flag 0001 is set, the HydroTrac has experienced
temperature extremes outside its operating limits.
Check the Events Log in Section Diagnostics Menu
Events Log.
4. If Flag 0002 is set, Contact Iris Power Engineering for
technical support. See Maintenance & Service in
Section 6.2.3.
5. If Flag 0004 is set, the HydroTrac was reset by a powerup operation, or by a user. Check the Events Log in
Section Diagnostics Menu Events Log on page 3-11.
6. If Flag 0008 is set, HydroTrac has experienced at least
one communications error. Check the Events Log in
Section Diagnostics Menu
Events Log.
7. If Flag 0010 is set, HydroTrac has experienced at least
one network error on its RS485 or fiber optic
communications bus. Check the Events Log in
Section Diagnostics Menu
Events Log.
8. If Flag 0020 is set, a user has turned on the Attention
Indicator. See Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance Menu #2 Section 3.5.2.2.
9. If Flag 0040 is set, HydroTracs memory is more than
90% full. You should download HydroTracs memory.
After a successful download, erase the memory. See
Diagnostics
Maintenance
Maintenance
Menu #4.
10. If Flag 0080 is set, HydroTrac is not detecting any AC
Sync voltage. This may be normal if HydroTrac is offline. Try running the diagnostics. See Diagnostics
Self Tests
Self-Test Menu #2.
11. If Flag 0100 is set, the HydroTrac experienced a
memory fault. Contact Iris Power Engineering for
technical support. See Maintenance & Service in
Section 6.2.3.
12. If Flag 0200 is set, set HydroTracs clock.
13. If Flag 0400 is set, replace HydroTracs battery. See
HydroTrac Installation Guide for more information.
14. If Flag 0800 is set, the external multiplexor is not
connected, is malfunctioning or was disabled. Try
enabling the multiplexor. See Settings
Settings Menu #8.
properly.
Measurements cannot
be performed because
there is a Sync
Signal Error
message.
Unable to communicate
with HydroTrac via front
panel RS232
connector.
Unable to communicate
with the HydroTrac via
the RS485 or fiber optic
network.
6.2
6.2.1
Technical Support
If you require additional technical support, please contact Iris Power Engineerings
Technical Support at e-mail techsupport@irispower.com or fax 416-620-1995 or
telephone 416-620-5600 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
6.2.2
Sales
If you would like to obtain additional materials, please contact your sales representative
at Iris Power Engineering at 416-620-5600, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
6.2.3
6.2.4
7.
Specifications
Electrical Specifications:
Supply Voltage
Supply Power
< 30 Watts
Fuse
Test Duration
32 Hz to 75 Hz
The instrument automatically adjusts measurement
cycles based on the input frequency of the AC
Synchronization Signal. The instrument can track small
changes in the frequency during a test cycle. All
measurement data is normalized to the AC
Synchronization Signal frequency. The power line
frequency measured by the instrument is accurate to
+/-2%.
Specifications 7-1
Environmental Conditions:
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Temporary Operating
Temperature Extremes
Humidity
Physical Specifications:
Dimensions
Weight
10 lbs (5 kg)
Features:
Communication
Enclosure
Required Connections:
AC Power
(If this option is installed)
Signal Inputs
7-2 Specifications
8.
Index
2
2-D data ................................................ 1-4, 2-6
A
Acquiring Data
front panel indicator ...................................1-2
Alarm Output Module
configure alarm levels ....................... 2-1, 3-5
operation....................................................1-4
alarm threshold, definition.............................1-5
Alarms
Clearing alarms .......................................3-14
configure alarm levels ...............................3-5
definition ....................................................1-4
Archived Data
Daily................................................... 1-4, 2-7
Monthly .............................................. 1-4, 2-7
Attention
codes .........................................................6-1
front panel indicator ...................................1-3
reset attention indicator ...........................3-15
B
battery
check voltage................................... 2-1, 3-19
replacing ..................................................3-20
C
circular buffer, definition ................................1-5
clock
setting ........................................................3-8
command
change clock...................................... 2-1, 3-8
change instrument name................... 2-1, 3-8
check AC sync frequency................ 2-2, 3-18
check AC sync voltage .................... 2-1, 3-18
check battery voltage ...................... 2-1, 3-19
check indicators............................... 2-2, 3-19
check instrument information .......... 2-4, 3-17
check instrument temperature......... 2-2, 3-20
check last reset date ....................... 2-4, 3-11
check multiplexer............................. 2-2, 3-20
check network communications ...... 2-2, 3-20
check power supply......................... 2-2, 3-19
check reference power supply ........ 2-2, 3-19
check RS232 communcations......... 2-2, 3-20
clear alarm counters........................ 2-2, 3-13
clear alarms ..................................... 2-2, 3-14
clear attention flags ......................... 2-2, 3-15
Index 8-3
attention .....................................................6-1
operating mode
Continuous On-Line .................................. 2-7
Idle......................................................2-7, 3-1
Remote Control ..................................2-6, 2-7
I
Idle Mode .............................................. 2-7, 3-1
L
liquid crystal display
adjusting contrast ......................................1-2
specifications .............................................7-2
M
menus
menu map..................................................3-1
menu paths................................................2-1
navigating ..................................................1-6
Monthly Archived Data ................... 1-4, 2-7, 3-3
multiplexor ...................... See termination board
N
New Data
front panel indicator ...................................1-2
NQN / QMax Alarm
front panel indicator ...................................1-3
reset alarm...............................................3-14
8-2 Index
P
phase shift, definition .................................... 1-5
Q
Qm (Qmax), definition................................... 1-4
R
restore factory setup ..................................... 2-7
RS232 communications
connector................................................... 1-3
S
sensitivity range
definition .................................................... 1-4
settings
default...................................................... 3-15
Standard Time ...................................See Clock
T
Termination Board, definition........................ 1-4
time & date.........................................See Clock