Amprobe PQ55A Power-Analyzer Manuel d'utilisateur

11User ManualPQ55APower Analyzer

The multi-function display contains the currently measured primary quantities. The display format and the units (V, kV, A, kA, W, kW, MW etc...) are a

5.25display value for voltage or date5.26U2 or U23 display of voltage on phase 2 (U2) or the conductor voltage U235.27D-h display for day (D) and hour

General information The safety references must be followed.☞ The respective accident prevention regulations established by the professional associat

Single-phase Power Measurement – Type of connection 1P2W1) Switch on the instrument.2) Select the type of connection 1P2W using the “Wiring” function

4) If required, connect the clamp adapter 4 in the same way to the protective earth.The current measurement values are indicated on the display.The fo

Two-phase Power Measurement – Type of Connection 1P3W1) Switch on the instrument.2) Select the type of connection 1P3W using the “Wiring” function ke

☞ Make sure that the clamp completely surrounds the conductor and that there is no air gap.5) Connect in the same way clamp adapter 2 to the phase L2.

Three-phase Power Measurement, Aron connection –type of connection 3P3W2M1) Switch on the instrument.2) Select the type of connection 3P3W2M using th

☞ Make sure that the clamp completely surrounds the conductor and that there is no air gap.5) Connect in the same way clamp adapter 2 to the phase L3.

Three-phase Power Measurement, Star connection –type of connection 3P4W1) Switch on the instrument.2) Select the type of connection 3P4W using the “W

PQ55APower AnalyzerOwners ManualDecember 2007© 2007 Amprobe Test ToolsAll rights reserved

Press the “POWER” key to switch between the measurement values of Phase L1, Phase L2 and Phase 3 and the total value. The respectively dis-played valu

Single-phase Current Measurement1) Switch on the instrument.2) Select the type of connection 1P2W using the “Wiring” function key (6). After selectio

Data Memory – Saving individual measurementsThis functions allows saving maximum 99 individual measurements.A) Saving measurements1) Switch on the ins

Basic SettingsThe data and the sampling rate should be set before starting the recording.For time setting, simultaneously press the “SET” (14) and “TI

Determining the Rotary Field1) Switch on the instrument2) Select the type of connection 3P4W using the “Wiring” function key (6). After selection, th

Curve Shape and Harmonic Wave Measurement☞ These measurements can only be performed via the PC using the supplied soft-ware (please refer to page 29)

Installation Viruses! In the present state of the art it cannot be guaranteed 100 % that the enclosed data carrier is free from viruses. Despite a ca

The main menu is divided into three areas: A: Buttons – Programme functions (a) Starting and saving measurement (b) Opening the file (c) Online

Starting and saving measurement:Click the (a) [Insert graph] button to start the online measurement.After having clicked the button, the window for th

Opening file – Analysis of the data saved in the PCBy clicking the (b) [Insert graph] button, the saved measurements can be loaded.After clicking on t

Owners Manual3Limited Warranty and Limitation of LiabilityYour Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from t

For a better general survey, all input signals are represented in form of a graph. Click the graph to enlarge it.30

“Graph Range” areaThe display area can be modified by direct input or using the arrow keys. “Track Mode” areaMouse functions for the graphic display N

The file name may consist of the current date and must consist of the .mes file index.☞ If more than 10000 measured values are saved, the measured val

If a measured value recording is enabled in the measuring instrument, a data transmission is not possible.The reading and generation of the list can t

Harmonic measurementIn this window you can carry out simple harmonic measurements up to the 31st harmonic.The total value of the harmonic distortion T

Harmonic window:Field “Harmonics” - Number of harmonics for the calculation of THD: To select the requested last harmonic use the arrow keys or direct

Setting date and timeClick the (h) [Insert graph] button to transmit the current system time of the PC to the power measuring instrument.Data transfer

☞ The data format of the second column has to be set to YMT date format. As a result, you will receive the read raw data in the correct spreadsheet fo

MaintenanceWhen using the instrument in compliance with the users manual, no special maintenance is required.CleaningIf the instrument is dirty after

BatteriesIf the adjusted date and time is not being saved, the small coin cell needs to be replaced.1) Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws fro

ContentsIntroduction/ Contents ...4Safe

Technical Data(valid for 23 °C ± 5 °C, for less than 70 % relative humidity).Voltage measurement: ...3 input channels with common reference point “N”

Phase angle (f) (calculation out of power factor)Display of phase angle of an individual input or the total value, as desiredMeasurement range: ... 0

Technical Data – General InformationDisplay: ...multiple function LCDRefresh rate: ...

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References marked on instrument or in users manualThe users manual contains information and references, necessary for safe operation and mainten

Safety Information• The respective accident prevention regulations established by the professional associations for electrical systems and equipm

Power SupplyThe power to the unit is realized by means of a mains adapter or by six 1.5 volt batteries.The mains adapter may only be connected to in

☞All keys must be pressed until an acoustic signal is audible.3.Lateral connection for electric power supply. The instrument may only be connected to

920Measurement data memory - Key to save individual measure-ment data.☞ After selecting the display of measurement data, the symbol [R] is displayed.