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User Manuals, Guides and Specifications for your Megger IDAX-300 Measuring Instruments. Database contains 1 Megger IDAX-300 Manuals (available for free online viewing or downloading in PDF): Operation & user’s manual .

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Table of ContentsForeword 0

Part I IDAX 3

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 31 Overview

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 72 Instrument Panels

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 93 Software Installation

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 94 Measurement Technique

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 125 Getting Started with IDAX

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 216 IDAX System Control

Part II Results User Interface 25

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 261 Results Menus and Commands

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 632 Test Browser

Part III IDAX Error Messages 66

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 701 (347) Output voltage is not within specified limits

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 702 (361) Overvoltage

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 703 (364) Measured capacitances don’t match

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 704 (365) Specimen capacitance below limit

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 715 (366) Specimen capacitance above limit

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 716 (367) Measured DC current > MaxDCCurrent

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 717 (368) Measured hum current > MaxHumCurrent

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1 IDAX

1.1 Overview

IDAX is an insulation diagnostic system for investigations/analysis of dielectric materials,normally insulators. The measurement method used is dielectric spectroscopy, i.e. measurementof the dielectric properties of the material as a function of the frequency, and in some casesalso as a function of the voltage. By studying the dielectric material properties as functions offrequency it is possible to make a distinction between different types of phenomena. Forexample, it is possible to separate polarization loss from leakage currents.

The system applies a sinusoidal voltage with desired frequency over the sample. This voltagewill generate a current in the sample. By accurately measuring the voltage and the current, thesample impedance can be calculated. Depending upon the actual sample model, variousparameters can be calculated from the impedance, such as capacitance, loss, resistance etc. Thisprocedure can then be repeated at the specified frequencies and voltage levels and even moreinformation on the sample can be revealed. More information can be found in the chapter»Measurement technique».

The system is fully computerized and most of the measurements can be performedautomatically.

More technical and safety details are given in sections:SpecificationsSystem and accessoriesSafety precautions

1.1.1 Specifications

The Insulation Diagnostic System IDAX measures the insulation impedance, at differentfrequencies, for insulation materials present in high and medium voltage transmission anddistribution networks. The measurement results are used for insulation diagnosis.

The IDAX uses voltages up to 200 Vpeak (~140 V RMS). The voltage range can be increased byadding an external high voltage unit (the high voltage unit is specified separately).

1.1.1.1 IDAX-300 Specifications

GeneralThe Insulation Diagnostic System IDAX-300 measures the insulation impedance, at differentfrequencies, for insulation materials present in high and medium voltage transmission anddistribution networks. The measurement results are used for insulation diagnosis.

The IDAX-300 uses voltages up to 200 Vpeak (~140 V RMS). The voltage range can be increasedby adding an external high voltage unit (the high voltage unit is specified separately). TheIDAX-300 is operated using an external laptop/PC.

The IDAX-300 uses a three electrode set-up, which allows for measurements of non-groundedas well as grounded objects with and without guard.

The IDAX-300 system applies sinusoidal shaped voltages at different frequencies across the testobject and simultaneously measures the current through it. The output voltage is either takenfrom a 10 Vpeak arbitrary waveform generator or from a 200 Vpeak arbitrary waveformgenerator.

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OutputVoltage/current range,10V:

0 — 10 Vpeak, 0 — 50 mApeak

Voltage/current range,200V:

0 — 200 Vpeak, 0 — 50 mApeak

Frequency range: 0.1 mHz — 10 kHz

MeasurementsInputs: Channel 1, channel 2, groundCapacitance Range: 10 pF — 100 uFAccuracy: 0.5% + 1 pFDissipation Factor Range: 0 — 10 (with retained accuracy of capacitance; otherwise higher)Accuracy: >1% +0.0003, 1 mHz — 100 Hz, C > 1 nF

>2% +0.0005, 100 Hz — 1 kHz, C > 1 nFNoise Level: Max 500 uA at 50 Hz/60 HzTest Modes, 2 Channels: UST-1, UST-2, UST-1+2, GST, GST-Guard-1, GST-Guard-2,

GST-Guard-1+2With 2-ch measurement option additionally UST-1+UST-2,UST-1+GST-Guard-2, UST-2+GST-Guard-1, UST-1+2+GST

Calibration: Calibration box allows field calibration, recommended interval 2years

GeneralMains Input (nominal): 90 — 265 V ac, 50/60 HzPower Consumption(max):

250 VA

Communication Ports: USB 2.0 and LAN

PhysicalInstrument Weight: 4.9 kg/11 lbsCase and InstrumentWeight:

9.9 kg/22 lbs

Accessories Weight: 8.5 kg/18 lbs (soft bag)Dimensions: 335 x 300 x 99 mm

17.7 x 6.3 x 16.1 inDimensions with Case: 520 x 430 x 220 mm

20.5 x 17 x 8.7 in.

EnvironmentalOperating Ambient Temp: 0°C to +50°C /-32°F to +122°FStorage Ambient Temp: -40°C to 70°C / -40°F to +158°FHumidity: 20% — 95% RH, non-condensingCE Standards: IEC61010 (LVD) EN61326 (EMC)

PC RequirementsOperating System: Windows 2000/ XP / VistaCPU/RAM: Pentium 500 MHz/512 Mb or betterInterface: USB 2.0

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1.1.2 System and Accessories

1.1.2.1 IDAX-300 System and Accessories

IDAX-300 Transport case

Cables

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1.1.3 Safety Precautions

A » Warning» statement denotes hazardous conditions and actions that can cause bodilyharm or death. A «Caution!» statement denotes conditions and actions that can damage the IDAX or theequipment being tested.

Warning!

Always follow local safety regulations when working on high voltage equipment.

Make certain all personnel working with IDAX have been trained in its correct useand that all applicable safety precautions are taken.

BEFORE connecting this unit to the mains outlet user must verify that only a singleprotective ground systems exists AND no measurable voltage potential existsbetween the mains outlet protective ground and the test object protective ground. Ifa voltage potential is found between mains outlet protective ground and the testobject protective ground then additional measures described in local safety standardsshould be applied to ensure personal safety.

The measurement system can generate hazardous and even lethal voltages.

Do not attempt to service the IDAX yourself as opening or removing covers mayexpose you to dangerous voltage.

Do not use any accessories that are not intended for use together with the IDAX.

Unplug the IDAX from the mains supply when it is left unattended or not in use.

Before cleaning, unplug the IDAX from the mains supply. Use a damp cloth forcleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Caution!

Make sure that the mains voltage selected on the selector switch located on the backpanel corresponds to the voltage level before connecting the mains.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

If you need to return your IDAX, please use either the original crate or one ofequivalent strength.

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1.2 Instrument Panels

1.2.1 IDAX-300 Front Panel

Overview

Powera) Power ON/OFF switch

Turns unit on and off.b) Mains connector

For connecting to mains outlet.c) Fuse

Use small screwdriver to gently pry outto change the fuse, F1, 2A slow blow.

Interfaced) USB Port

for connecting computere) ETHERNET

RJ45 connector for Ethernet connectionvia twisted pair cable.

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Outputf) Enable switch

1 for activating the output of voltage.0 for deactivating the output of voltage.

g) GeneratorGenerator output connector.

h) ActiveRed high intensity LED. Is lit when theoutput is switched on, dark when theoutput is switched off.

Externali) AMPLIFIER

Connector for external amplifier

Inputj) Input 1 and Sense 1

First input channels.k) Input 2 and Sense 2

Second input channels.l) Protective ground

Connector for connection to stationground.

m) TestTest inputs.

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1.3 Software Installation

The IDAX-206 come with the measurement and display software already installed on theinternal computer. On the IDAX-300 and if you want to use the IDAX-206 with an external PCyou have to install the software.

To start installing the software insert the USB memory stick and run the program IDAXInstallXXXX.exe from it.

When first starting the IDAX software after installing it make sure the IDAX206/300 isconnected and turned on. For the IDAX-206 also check that the switch in the rear panel is set to EXT USB. When the software starts it will look for the IDAX hardware and connect to itautomatically.

1.4 Measurement Technique

Short overview of measurement principle is given in this section.

How impedance is measured Gives basic principle of IDAX operationSample modeling Describes theoretical models used for presenting measurement

results

1.4.1 How Impedance is Measured

IDAX measures impedance. By measuring the impedance at one point, i,e, at a specificfrequency and amplitude, parameters such as resistance, capacitance and loss can be calculated. The impedance of a sample is measured by applying a voltage across the sample. This voltagewill generate a current through the sample. By accurately measuring the voltage and thecurrent, the impedance can be calculated, see illustration below.

AV

ZU

IElectrometerVoltmeter

Computer withDSP-board

Voltage source

Sample

Measured voltage

Measured current

Control voltage

Fig.1. Measurement of electrical impedance.

The impedance is calculated using Ohm’s law:

where Z, U and I are complex entities.

The voltage (and the current) is generated by a voltage source. There are currently two internalvoltage sources available in the IDAX system, which can deliver a maximum peak output of10 Vpeak and 200 Vpeak, respectively. The voltage is measured by means of a voltmeter and

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the current is measured by an ammeter or electrometer which acts as a current-to-voltageconverter. The analogue signals (voltages) are then converted to digital samples of the signalsthat are used in subsequent calculations.

1.4.2 Sample Modelling

The impedance, Z, can be presented directly or by using different impedance models. Two waysof presenting Z directly are the polar and the rectangular, as follows:

Polar:

Rectangular:

Two simple models which are usually used in circuit analysis, although more seldom ininsulation analysis, are capacitance, C, and resistance, R. The equivalent RC circuit modelsavailable are series and parallel models (see Fig.1) calculated as follows:

a) b)

Fig.1. Equivalent circuit models: a) series RC circuit, b) parallel RC circuit.

Parallel:

Series:

where w = 2pf and f is frequency.

Another model, more often used in insulation diagnostics, is the complex capacitance modeldescribing the insulation impedance as a complex capacitance, where the imaginary part of thecapacitance represents the losses. The complex capacitance model is defined as follows:

where

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Complex C:

The DC’ is defined as the capacitance, C’, with an arbitrary constant k (usually negative) added.The aim of this parameter is to make it possible to distinguish between small changes incapacitance in graphical presentation.

A model, very often used in insulation diagnostics, is a description of the insulation impedanceas a capacitance combined with a dissipation factor, tand, or a power factor (PF or cosj). Thecapacitance, tand and cosj/PF are defined as follows:

C, PF, Tan-Delta:

If tand and cosj (PF) are small, then tand » cosj = PF (E.g. tand=0.1 corresponds to PF=0.0995)

Insulation diagnostics is based on material characterization and therefore material models areoften used. To be able to define material parameters from measured impedance Z thegeometry of the sample, described in terms of the geometrical capacitance C0, has to bedefined. In the illustration below, a vacuum (or air-filled) capacitor of defined geometry isshown. Since no «material» is between the electrodes, the capacitance of a) is the geometricalcapacitance.

I

U C0

I

U C

I

U Ce e’& ’’ e s,r’&

a) b) c)Material parameter models based on a geometrical capacitance C0 and material parameters.

In the above illustration b) and c) a material is inserted between the electrodes and it willinfluence the current, I, flowing in the circuit. The influence of the material can be described bydifferent parameters using either a dielectric model or a conductive model. In the dielectricmodel the «material capacitance», the permittivity, is a complex function describing both thecapacitance and the loss. Whereas in the conductive model the capacitance is described by apermittivity and the loss by a conductivity (or resistivity). The dielectric and resistive models arederived as follows:

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Dielectric:

Resistive:

If geometrical capacitance, C0, is unknown it can be set by the user by entering a permittivity

(dielectric constant), e’, for the material. Entering a permittivity, e’, will let the system calculatean approximate C0 making use of the material models available. Yet, one must be aware thatthe accuracy of the absolute values are limited by the accuracy of the entered permittivity. Ifthe geometrical capacitance is unknown and an approximate permittivity is given, thegeometrical capacitance is calculated as follows:

The impedance value, Z, used in the calculation is the first measurement point in the actualmeasurement.

1.5 Getting Started with IDAX

This describes how to perform a diagnostic measurement on a specific test specimen. Moredetails about the software functions can be found in IDAX System Control and IDAX Results. It is recommended to start using IDAX by going through the procedure in this section in orderto become familiar with the instrument and the software. This procedure is also a good test toperform whenever a confirmation of the proper functioning of the instrument is required. Thistest is executed using the standard equipment delivered with IDAX.

Before starting to use IDAX certain preparatory procedures must be followed.

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Preparatory Procedure: IDAX instrument1. Before connecting IDAX instrument power cord to the mains outlet:§ read the safety precautions§ connect the transparent ground lead to a protective earth (ground) close to measurement

specimen and to panel of instrument.

2. Connect IDAX instrument to a mains outlet which meets the requirements in User’s Manualand local safety regulations, and switch on IDAX instrument using the mains switch POWERon the front panel.

Preparatory Procedure: Specimen1. All specimen capacitances must be discharged before connecting IDAX leads. This means that

all specimen electrodes must be short circuited and grounded. The electrodes must remaingrounded until IDAX leads are connected. Below a general picture of ground connections isshown.

2. In the case of Test Capacitor, keeping the electrodes grounded while connecting IDAX leadsis complicated. Therefore, in this particular case with Test Capacitor, it is permitted to removethe ground connections before connecting IDAX.

1.5.1 Measurement

1. Make sure that IDAX is properly connected to mains outlet.

2. Turn on IDAX using the mains switch POWER on the front panel. The IDAX performs aself-test and start-up procedure.

3. Activate the Results window if not active after start-up.

4. In Results create new object selecting Object from menu File / New. Click «Browse» andselect !!Test Capacitor.obj template and enter arbitrary name as Object Name, for example»Test» and click OK.

5. By default all measurement templates listed as Associated Measurement Templates will beavailable for performing the measurements. It is possible to deselect one or moremeasurement templates from Associated Measurement Templates. As shown in picturebelow, four Measurement Templates !!C10 (GST-Guard), !!C12 (UST), !!C12, C10, C10+C12and !!C20 (GST-Guard) are associated with the object «Test» for IDAX-206, similar procedureas IDAX-300.

6. Fill in available fields with relevant information.

7. Create new measurement sequence selecting Measurement Sequence from menu File /New. Arbitrary name can be entered as Measurement Sequence, for example «GettingStarted» and press OK. New measurement sequence with corresponding Measurement Planfiles will appear in Test Browser.

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8. Fill in available fields with relevant information.

1.5.1.1 Test Sequence for IDAX-300

This is Getting Started test sequence when using IDAX-300

The specimen to be measured using the built-in capacitance box built into the system thatterminates at the front panel. The respective capacitances are:

C10 = ~2.5 nFC12 = ~4.7 nF

Warning!

The measurement system can generate hazardous and even lethal voltages.Carefully read «Safety precautions».

Ungrounded Specimen Test (UST) Measurement

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In Test Browser select Measurement Plan file !!C12 (UST), carefully read and follow theinstructions. Or follow the instructions below.

1. Make sure that preparation procedures (both IDAX and Specimen) have been followed.

2. Connect the output to the lower capacitance connector.

3. Connect Current 1 and Sense 1 to the top capacitance connector.

4. Remove possible ground connections from somewhere.

5. Turn on the output switch activate the output and then start the measurement.

6. Wait until measurement is finished or abort earlier by stopping the measurement.

Grounded Specimen Test (GST) Measurement

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In Test Browser select Measurement Plan file !!C10 (GST-Guard), carefully read and follow theinstructions. Alternatively, follow the instructions below.

1. Make sure that preparation procedures have been followed (see also «Ungrounded SpecimenTest (UST) Measurement»).

2. Connect the generator output to the upper capacitance connector.

3. Connect Current 1 and Sense 1 to the lower capacitance connector.

4. Remove possible ground connections from the connection pins.

5. Turn on the output switch activate the output and then start the measurement.

6. Wait until measurement is finished or abort earlier by stopping the measurement.

1.5.1.2 Comparing 1-ch IDAX-206 and 2-ch IDAX-300

IDAX-300 (two winding transformer)

Test no. Measure Configuration Energize(Gen,Yellow)

Channel 1(Red)

Channel 2(blue)

1 CH GST-Guard-1+2 H L NC

2 CHL UST-1 H L NC

3 CL GST-Guard-1+2 L H NC

IDAX-206 (two winding transformer)

Test no. Measure Configuration Energize(Hi, Red)

Channel 1(Lo, Blue)

1 CH GST-Guard H L

2 CHL UST H L

3 CL GST-Guard L H

IDAX-300 (three winding transformer)

Test no. Measure Configuration Energize Channel 1 Channel 2

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(Gen,Yellow)

(Red) (blue)

1 CH GST-Guard-1+2 H L T

2 CHL UST-1 H L T

3 CL GST-Guard-1+2 L H T

4 CLT UST-2 L H T

5 CT GST-Guard-1+2 T H L

6 CTH UST-1 T H L

IDAX-206 (three winding transformer)

Test no. Measure Configuration

Energize(Hi, Red)

Channel 1(Lo, Blue)

1 CH GST-Guard H L T shorted to L

2 CHL UST H L T shorted to tank

3 CL GST-Guard L H T shorted to H

4 CLT UST L H T shorted to tank

5 CT GST-Guard T H L shorted to H

6 CTH UST T H L shorted to tank

In case of a two winding transformer the set-up of IDAX-206 (IDA 200) and IDAX-300 are verysimilar; the leads need to be moved between test 2 and test 3.

In case of a three winding transformer the IDAX-300 second input channel is utilized (standard);the leads need to be moved between test 2 and test 3, between test 4 and test 5. If useIDAX-206 (IDA 200) on a three winding transformer, the leads need to be moved between everytest.

If using IDAX-300 with two electrometers (option), the two set-ups using same cable set-up canbe measured simultaneously, e.g. test 1 and test 2 (test 3 and test4; test 5 and test 6).

Note that Test 6, CTH (Energize T and measure H), in many cases are replaced by CHT (EnergizeH and Measure T):· IDAX-300: CHT, UST-2, H, L, T (same cable set-up as Test 1 and Test 2)· IDAX-206: CHT, UST, H, T, L shorted to tank

1.5.2 During Measurement

When the measurement has been started the measurement file icon changes to an iconcorresponding to the data file.

1. By pressing <F4> on the keyboard, Results window can be activated if not already active andthe measurement progress can be viewed when selecting Graph tab. The graph shows thedissipation factor for the Test Capacitor in the frequency range 0.1 — 1000 Hz .

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2. By pressing <F5> on the keyboard, an oscilloscope will be displayed on the screen. The Ch 0(red) signal in the oscilloscope displays the applied voltage over the sample, Ch 1 (white) isthe output voltage from the first electrometer and Ch 2 (blue) is the output voltage from thesecond electrometer. The output voltage from the electrometer is a function of the currentthrough the sample.

3. The instrument stops automatically after the last measurement point is completed, however,the measurement can be interrupted earlier by a stop command. You can press stop buttonor, on the IDAX-206, the OUTPUT OFF button. On the IDAX-206 a lit green READY LED onthe front panel indicates that the measurement is stopped or finished.

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1.5.3 Presenting Results

By default the measurement data is presented using a model defined in the measurement plan.However, additional models can be added while inspecting the results (see Selecting Models fordetails).

Depending on which parameters are of interest to the user, the measurement data can bepresented using different models. E.g. in the tand model the dissipation and/or power factor aswell as capacitance can be displayed in the graph as a function of frequency. See also how toselect models in sections «Configuration / Models» and «Sample Modelling». The results can be viewed using three additional tabs: Graph, Table and 50/60 Hz data asshown in pictures below.

Graph tab is active

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Table tab is active

50/60 Hz Data tab is active

1.5.4 Selecting Models

1. Select Configuration / Models in Results window and all available models will be presentedas shown below. In this picture, both the «Dielectric» and «C, PF, Tan-delta» models areticked. Select the desired models and click OK.

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2. In the Graph tab you can select the desired parameters. For example, the dielectricparameter e’.

3. In Results window menu the choices File / Export, File / Print and File / Report allow forexporting the measurement data and creation of reports.

All measurements are stored on the IDAX 206 system hard disk or the measurement computer’shard disk on an IDAX-300 system and can be opened and analysed at any time. For comparisonpurposes, many measurements can be loaded into the same Results window.

1.6 IDAX System Control

The IDAX System Control performs a measurement according to commands pre-arranged in aMeasurement plan or command file (C-file), using programming syntax described in IDAX Command and Variable References. The Measurement plan used is available in Results tabMeasurement plan.

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In addition to the IDAX System Control program window, a few more windows are accessiblefrom here.

Window FunctionsResults Editing of measurement plans and displaying the results.

Window is activated after up-start by defaultComments Adding comments to the actual measurement.Messages Displaying messages from the software during a

measurement.Oscilloscope Viewing the actual voltage and current curve forms.

1.6.1 Message Window

Messages from IDAX system to the user will be displayed in the Messages window. For example,if a measurement was aborted prematurely by the program, the reason for it will be displayedhere.

1.6.2 Connect and Disconnect

In the File menu you have the choice to connect (if not connected) and disconnect (ifconnected) to the IDAX unit. If you are not connected and the software needs to connect to theIDAX unit it will be done automatically.

1.6.3 Oscilloscope

The Oscilloscope displays the signals present on channel 0 (white, Ch0) and channel 1 (red, Ch1)inputs of the analogue IO unit.

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Ch0 and Ch1 and their check boxesThe Ch0 and Ch1 check boxes select the channels that are displayed. Trace 0, white, isproportional to the sample voltage. Trace 1, red, shows the electrometer output voltage, whichis a function of the input current.

Horizontal controlThe oscilloscope time base can be set either on auto scale or manual. On auto scale, the timebase is set from the generator signal from the DSP. In the manual mode, the time base is set bythe Time/div slide bar. The time above the slide bar refers to the time per division, the fulloscilloscope window width consists of ten divisions.

RollThe Roll check box can be used for slow signals that the oscilloscope may otherwise havedifficulties to accurately lock.

Vertical controlThe gain of the input channels can be adjusted with the two vertical slide bars next to the Gridcheck box at the oscilloscope window. The voltage range is displayed beside the Ch0 and Ch1check boxes. The offset of the displayed signals can be adjusted by placing the mouse pointerinside the oscilloscope window and dragging it up and down while holding the mouse button.

GridThe Grid check box displays or hides the grid.

1.6.4 Changing Language

The language in which IDAX user interface (IDAX software) is displayed can be changed. Thefollowing languages are available:§ English§ Swedish§ German§ French§ Spanish

Language is changed selecting menu Configuration / Change Language in IDAX SystemControl, which opens a file opening dialog. The selected language file, *.lng, is loaded and itwill be used after restarting the IDAX program. Each language has its own language file, *.lng,and all language files are located in the directory D:IDALanguage files.

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In addition to IDAX interface language, the language of Measurement Templates is changed ifa translation is available. The translation files are stored in directory D:IDALanguage files.

1.6.5 Test Leads

The Test Leads dialog is used to select and, possible edit the settings for different cable sets.The presets drop-down is used to select what cable set you are to use for a measurement. If thecable set you are planning to use is not included you can use the “Add” button to add a newpreset.

The settings for a cable set can be edited. What the different settings means is explained in thistable.

Generator Input 1 Input 2 Ground

R(Ohm)

Resistance of centreconductor

Resistance ofcentreconductor

Resistance ofcentreconductor

Resistance ofearth/groundconductor

L(Henry)

—— Inductance ofinput 1 cable

Inductance ofinput 1 cable

Inductance ofearth/groundcable

C12(Farad)

Capacitance betweencentre conductor andmiddle shield

Cap. betweenconductor andshield

Cap. betweenconductor andshield

——

C23(Farad)

Capacitance betweenmiddle shield and outershield

—— —— ——

1.6.6 About

In «About» window the software versions of installed IDAX system, its program componentsand information about the operating system are displayed.

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1.6.7 Calibration

The IDAX system presents its measurement results derived from measured voltage and current.Therefore, the IDAX system should mainly be calibrated with voltage and current standards.

Calibration of the IDAX-206 system is performed using an external calibration box containingvoltage, current and impedance references. The system can be calibrated against the calibrationbox every year or every 6 months. On the other hand, if the system is used and stored outsidecertain temperature/moisture limits, more frequent calibration is recommended.

The system may also require more frequent calibration to compensate for exposure totemperature gradients during measurement work, or if the calibration temperature differs toomuch from the ambient temperature. Moreover, one may recommend more frequentcalibration if tighter accuracy specifications are to be met. Using the external calibration box forcalibration of the system makes it possible to always have a calibrated system which eliminatesthe need to send the whole system away for calibration. The only thing that needs to be sentaway is the external calibration box. It is recommended to calibrate the box every two years.

1.6.8 Calibration Procedure IDAX-300

It is recommended to calibrate the IDAX-300 at least once a year. There are two optionsregarding calibration of IDAX-300:§ The IDAX unit can be sent to Pax for calibration§ Calibration can be performed by the customer using the optional Calibration Set

The second option means that the IDAX instrument is available since it does not need to be sentaway for calibration. The calibration procedure is easy to perform using the optionalCalibration Set, which consists of:§ Calibration Box§ Calibration Software§ Cables and connectors§ User’s Manual

The only thing that needs to be sent away is the Calibration Box and calibration of theCalibration Box can be performed by any local accredited laboratory or testing facility handlingtest and measure instruments.

2 Results User Interface

Results program is the window where all data from the measurement are displayed in agraphical or text format. Earlier performed measurements can also be opened for comparisonpurposes. Moreover, a measurement plan for the measurement to be performed can be editedhere.

Interaction with the program is done via windows and toolbar menu, the functions aredescribed in «Results Menus and Commands»

Results window is divided into two sections:§ Test Browser (left-side)§ Measurement Plan and presentation of the measurement results in graphical and table

format (right-side)

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2.1 Results Menus and Commands

Windows menu

Menu DescriptionFile Menu Operations with measurement objects, measurement files,

etc.Edit Menu Editing and changing properties of opened measurements.Diagram Menu Zooming featuresView Menu Selection of presentation formConfiguration Menu Configuration of Results window settingsHelp Menu On-line Help

Icon menuIcon menu is designed for easier navigation and operations with Test Browser.

Open measurement

Close measurement

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New Measurement Sequence

Toggle between Show and Hide sweep

Show/Hide Test Browser

Switch between Measurement Sequence and Measurement Plan or data file

Go one Measurement Plan or data file Down in Measurement Sequence if there are morethan one

Go one Measurement Plan or data file UP in Measurement Sequence if there are morethan one

2.1.1 Results File Menu

Menu Command DescriptionNew Create new objects and Measurement SequencesAdd/Remove Templates Add new or remove existing Measurement templates

Open Measurement Open selected measurement(s)Close Measurement Close selected measurementsRemake Measurement Repeat a measurement

Save Save current template or Measurement PlanSave As… Save the current template under a new name.

Load D-file… Temporarily load a measurement file into ResultsImport Import measurement dataExport Export measurement data

Print Print short summary of measurementReport Create detailed report about measurementSend to… Send data to an external analysis program

Rename File/Folder Rename individual file, test sequence or object folderDelete File/Folder Delete individual file(s), test sequence(s) or object folder(s)

Exit Close Results program

2.1.1.1 File / New

Depending on selected file or folder in Test Browser user can create:

New Object Create new Object is created if the object to be measured is notamong those in Test Browser

New Test Sequence Create new Measurement Sequence for a selected Object

2.1.1.1.1 File / New / Object

New object is created if the object to be measured is not among those in Test Browser.

1. Select New / Object from File menu which opens New Object dialog

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2. Select appropriate object template by using Browse button and press Open

3. Enter name for the new object, for example, «Test capacitor.obj» and press OK.

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4. Newly created object appears in Test Browser as shown below.

2.1.1.1.2 File / New / Measurement Template

1. From View menu select View / Browse Measurement Templates

2. From File menu select File / New / Measurement Template, enter a name, e.g. template.icf, for new template and press Save. New empty template will appear in Text View mode forediting. See also section «IDAX 206 Commands and Variables».

2.1.1.1.3 File / New / Object Template

1. From View menu select View / Browse Object Templates

2. From File menu select File / New / Object Template, enter a name for new template and

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press Save. New empty template will appear in Text View mode for editing. See also section»IDAX 206 Commands and Variables».

2.1.1.1.4 File / New / Measurement Sequence

New Measurement Sequence is created when:· new measurement is to be performed on new object· new measurement is to be performed on an existing object· individual measurement file(s) is imported

Note!Before creating new Measurement Sequence, at least one measurement templatemust be associated with the test object.

1. To create new test sequence:· select New / Measurement Sequence from File menu

or· right-click on chosen test object and from menu selecting New Measurement

Sequence (see picture below)

2. New Measurement Sequence will be automatically assigned a name in form of date as shownbelow (date has the format according to International Standard ISO 8601). The name forMeasurement Sequence (i.e. «First Test» as in picture below) is optional.

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2.1.1.2 File / Add/Remove Templates

User can add or remove Measurement Templates, (C-files) for selected measurement objectusing this command. It invokes a dialog window where user can manipulate with availableMeasurement Templates (see picture below).

This dialog window can be also invoked by right mouse click on selected object and choosing Add/Remove Templates from the menu which appears as shown below.

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2.1.1.3 File / Open Measurement

One or more measurements can be opened by this command depending on selected item inTest Browser.

Selected item Data to be openedSingle data file All sweeps in selected data fileMeasurement Sequence All sweeps in all data files under selected Measurement SequenceObject All sweeps in all data files in all Measurement Sequences under

selected Object

2.1.1.4 File / Close Measurement

One or more measurements can be closed by this command depending on selected item in TestBrowser.

Selected item Data to be closedSingle data file All sweeps in selected data fileMeasurement Sequence All sweeps in all data files under selected Measurement SequenceObject All sweeps in all data files in all Measurement Sequences under

selected Object

2.1.1.5 File / Remake Measurement

In cases when user is dissatisfied with a certain measurement it is possible to repeat thismeasurement with the same settings using Remake Measurement as follows:

1. Connect IDAX to the test object if not connected.

2. Select the measurement file, (D-file) to be repeated (obligatory).

3. Choose Remake Measurement. It will create a Measurement Plan, (C-file) from the selecteddata file, i.e. all measurement settings from this data file are copied into the newMeasurement Plan, (C-file).

4. Make corrections in Measurement Plan if needed.

5. Press ON on IDAX front panel to start the measurement.

2.1.1.6 File / Save

Save any changes made to the current template or Measurement Plan.

2.1.1.7 File / Save As

1. Select template which is to be saved under new name.

2. Invoke Save As dialog from menu File / Save As…

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3. Enter new name for the template and press OK.

Note: The Object Templates are saved in Object Templates directory and MeasurementTemplates under Measurement Templates directory

2.1.1.8 File / Load D-file

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+L

This command allows for temporary loading of single measurement files, D-files. Duringloading a Temporary Object and Temporary Sequence are created as shown in picture below.All subsequent data files are opened under the same Temporary Sequence.

The opened files can be then imported under an existing object by using File / Import File / ToStructure.

If Results program is opened as an independent program and the data files are temporaryopened, then closing Results program, user is asked if the opened files should be imported intothe existing data structure.

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2.1.1.9 File / Import

When sharing measurement data between different IDAX instruments or computers, Importfunction facilitates the process of insertion of individual measurements into existing datastructure. Data are imported in a fashion which corresponds that they can be appropriatelyimported back into the same or other data structure.

Depending on data to be imported type and structure the following options are available:

IDA Zip File Import archived measurement dataFile to Structure Import selected file into existing structureMeasurement Templates Import selected Measurement TemplatesObject Templates Import selected Object Templates

2.1.1.9.1 File / Import / IDA Zip File

Short-cut keys: Ctrl+Alt+I

Import the data in from archived (*.izf) format. Data are inserted among existingmeasurements preserving the structure of the archived file.

1. Choose File / Import / IDA Zip File to invoke regular Open dialog.

2. Select file to be imported and press OK.

2.1.1.9.2 File / Import / File to Structure

Command is used to import individual measurement files into existing data structure, i.e. itrequires an Object and a Measurement Sequence. New Object and Measurement Sequenceneed to be defined in case there is no object and/or sequence to import the data.

1. From menu File / Import / File to Structure invoke import dialog.

2. Select the directory where measurement(s) to be imported are located.

3. Select Object under which the measurement must be imported.

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4. Select the Measurement Sequence.

5. Select measurement(s) to be imported. By default all measurements located in givendirectory are imported. Deselect those which not to import by unchecking appropriate checkboxes.

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6. Press OK button and the measurement will appear in the Test Browser.

2.1.1.9.3 File / Import / Measurement Templates

Measurement Templates can be imported from a selected location on the IDAX hard drive oruser’s computer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Import/ Measurement Templates:

1. Choose directory where template(s) to be imported are located by typing in the pathmanually or using Browse button.

2. Select template(s) to be imported from available templates in the left hand side.

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3. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button on chosen template.

4. Press OK button.

2.1.1.9.4 File / Import / Object Templates

Object Templates can be imported from a selected location on the IDAX hard drive or user’scomputer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Import /Object Templates:

1. Choose directory where the template(s) to be imported are located by typing in the pathmanually or using Browse button.

2. Select the template(s) to be imported from available templates in the left hand side.

3. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button on chosen template.

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4. Press OK button.

2.1.1.10 File / Export

When sharing measurement data between different IDAX instruments or computers, Exportfunction facilitates the process of extraction of individual measurements or templates fromexisting data structure. Data are exported in such a fashion that they can be appropriatelyimported back into the same or other data structure.

Depending on objective the Export function can be used in differently:

IDA Zip File Export data structure to a single fileData Export tab-delimited data or graph into a fileMeasurement Templates Export selected Measurement TemplatesObject Templates Export selected Object Templates

2.1.1.10.1 File / Export / IDA Zip File

Short-cut keys: Ctrl+Alt+E

Export of the data in an archived (*.izf) format. By exporting data into an IDA Zip File, the datastructure is preserved. It is possible to export:

· individual measurements — Object and Measurement Sequence information are included.· Measurement Sequences — Object information and all measurements in this sequence are

included.· Objects — all Measurement Sequences with respective measurements are included.

2.1.1.10.2 File / Export / Data

Short-cut keys: Ctrl+E

The «Export» command invokes an export-dialog with two different file type options, export toa file as a graph or the measurement points:

· WMF (Windows metafile)· TXT (Tab delimited format)

If the measurement data is exported as a TXT-file one can also select appropriate Format andDecimal separator. The Format option allows user to remove the header of the file, whichmakes it easier to import the data into another program. Decimal numbers are written in thefile using chosen Decimal separator option — point or comma.

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Moreover, it is possible to export also the measurement file itself by checking checkbox «Include D-File», which may be favourable when exporting to floppy disk.

2.1.1.10.3 Header

Export with header

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Export without header

2.1.1.10.4 Point/Comma

Point as a decimal separator

Comma as a decimal separator

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2.1.1.10.5 File / Export / Measurement Templates

Measurement Templates can be exported to a selected location on the IDAX hard drive or user’scomputer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Export /Measurement Templates:

1. Select templates to be exported side from available templates in the left hand.

2. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button.

3. Choose destination directory typing in the path or using Browse button.

4. Press OK button.

To remove a template:

1. Select it from the right hand side from selected templates.

2. Press Remove button or double click by left mouse button.

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2.1.1.10.6 File / Export / ObjectTemplates

Object Templates can be exported to a selected location on the IDAX hard drive or user’scomputer. It is done by invoking a dialog window shown below from menu File / Export /Object Templates:

1. Select templates to be exported side from available templates in the left hand.

2. Press Add button or double click by left mouse button.

3. Choose destination directory typing in the path or using Browse button.

4. Press OK button.

To remove a template:

1. Select it from the right hand side from selected templates.

2. Press Remove button or double click by left mouse button.

2.1.1.11 File / Print

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+P

The Print command allows user to print out a simple report of the measurement results in atext format.

Graph, Table or 50/60 Hz Data viewPressing Print first invokes a special window for Print Setup, where user can compose theappearance of the report. By checking in given options one can print out a report consisting of:

· calculated values such as equivalent current, dissipated power, power factor andcapacitance at 10 kV and at 50/60 Hz,

· table containing the data, which are selected in the Results window,· graphical presentation of the measurement.

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Test Plan viewWhen in Measurement Plan view and in Text View mode user can print test plan text. If notin Text View mode, the Print command is inactive.

2.1.1.12 File / Report

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+Alt+P

This command invokes a dialog window where two report generators are available.

Report Generator DescriptionList&Label Create report using special set of drivers (only option available

when creating report on IDAX)MS Word Create Report using features Microsoft Word text editor

(Requires MS Word application installed on computer)

2.1.1.12.1 List&Label Report

List&Label is a set of special drivers provided for designing, viewing and printing reports.

When invoking List&Label report generator, a dialog window allows for choosing betweenvarious options as shown in the picture below. If there are already prepared report file(s) theywill be listed in the left side of the dialog window and can be selected to work with.

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Menu functions DescriptionNew report file Create new report file. See also separate manual for

List&Label.Add report Add a report to the list of available reportsDelete Delete the selected report fileModify Modify in selected report file can be done. It means that

the layout, appearance, etc. can be changed. (See separatemanual for List&Label).

Preview Preview selected report file with the users dataPrint Print the report according to previously designed layout

from selected report file, for example, Two windingtransformer + bushings.lst

Close Close Report dialog

2.1.1.12.2 MS Word Report

MS Word report generator allows for designing, viewing and printing reports using MicrosoftWord features.

When invoking MS Word report generator, a dialog window allows for choosing betweenvarious options as shown in the picture below. If there are already prepared report file(s) theywill be listed in the left side of the dialog window and can be selected to work with.

Menu functions DescriptionNew report file Create new report file using MS WordAdd report Add a report to the list of available reportsDelete Delete the selected report fileModify Modify in selected report file can be done. It means that

the layout, appearance, etc. can be changed.Compile Preview selected report file with the users data. Printing is

done using MS Word print options.Close Close Report dialog

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2.1.1.13 File / Send to

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+D

In addition to different data export options, the measurement data file, (D-file) can be sent toother programs directly for further analysis. For this purpose Results are configured byproviding search path to the external program. The configuration is made from menu Configuration / Program… where the appropriate executable file is selected in dialog box.

Now the data file loaded into Results can be sent to the chosen external program from File /Send to… as shown below. If the configuration step has been omitted, the dialog shown aboveappears and user is prompted to enter the search path at this stage.

When a executable application is selected, the name of the executable is added to the Sendto… menu as shown below, where MODS has been chosen as application where data are to besent.

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The data can also be send to selected application by right mouse click and selecting Send to ..MODS as shown in picture below.

2.1.1.14 File / Rename File/Folder

1. Select the file or folder to be renamed

2. Choose Rename File/Folder from menu or right-click on the file or folder

3. Type new file or folder name and press Enter

2.1.1.15 File / Delete File/Folder

1. Select the file or folder to be deleted

2. Choose Delete File/Folder from menu or right-click on the file or folder. A pop-up windowwill appear:

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3. To confirm, select Yes and press Enter or left-click, otherwise select No.

2.1.1.16 File / Exit

Shortcut keys: Alt+F4

1. Closes Results program, without quitting IDAX System Control program. Results can berestored by pressing F4 or selecting from menu Windows / Results in IDAX System Controlwindow.

2. If Results were launched as stand-alone application — File / Exit quits Results program withoutsaving changes.

2.1.2 Results Edit Menu

Commands for handling text and objects

Menu Command DescriptionUndo Undo last operation

Copy Copy object(s) or text to clipboardCopy All Copy all selected objects or text to clipboardCut Cut object(s) or text to clipboardPaste Paste object(s) or text from clipboard

Select All Select all object(s) or text from Results window

Commands for handling graphical output

Menu Command DescriptionToggle Sweep Toggles between show and hide measurement sweepMark Sweep Shows measurement sweepUnmark Sweep Hides measurement sweep

Change Sweep Color Changes colour appearance of measurement sweep

2.1.2.1 Edit / Undo

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+Z

Reverse the effect of the last action performed, such as typing, deleting or formatting text, etc.

2.1.2.2 Edit / Copy

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+C

Place a duplicate of the selected text or object(s) onto the Clipboard where it can be pastedelsewhere.

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2.1.2.3 Edit / Copy All

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+Alt+C

GraphCopy Results window to Clipboard. i.e. make screen dump as using Alt+Print Screen.

TableCopy content of the table to Clipboard

50/60 Hz ValuesCopy measured values at 50/60 Hz to Clipboard.

Test PlanHighlight all text in the current text frame (Text View) and place a duplicate of it onto theClipboard where it can be pasted elsewhere.

2.1.2.4 Edit / Cut

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+X

Delete the selected text from Measurement Plan or Template and place it on the Clipboardwhere it can be pasted elsewhere.

2.1.2.5 Edit / Paste

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+V

Place the contents of the clipboard (the last text cut or copied) back into Test Plan.

2.1.2.6 Edit / Select All

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+A

Highlight all text in the current text frame (Text View) for subsequent copying.

2.1.2.7 Edit / Toggle Sweep

Toggles between Mark Sweep and Unmark Sweep, i.e. displays or hides the selectedsweep(s) in the graph, table and the values at power frequency. The effect of Toggle Sweepdepends on position in Test Browser.

Position in Test Browser Displayed sweeps Object All opened measurements under this object are displayed/hiddenMeasurement Sequence All opened measurements in this sequence are displayed/hiddenMeasurement file All sweeps in this file are displayed/hiddenA sweep selected Only selected sweep is displayed/hidden

2.1.2.8 Edit / Mark Sweep

Displays the selected sweep in the graph, table and shows values at power frequency. In orderto have an effect of Mark Sweep:

· the sweeps must be unmarked (hidden)· the sweeps to be displayed also depends on selected position in Test Browser.

Position in Test Browser Displayed sweeps Object All opened measurements under this object are displayedMeasurement sequence All opened measurements in this sequence are displayedMeasurement file All sweeps in this file are displayed

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A sweep selected Only selected sweep is displayed

2.1.2.9 Edit / Unmark Sweep

Hides the selected sweep in the graph, table and the values at power frequency. In order tohave an effect of Unmark Sweep:

· the sweeps must be marked (displayed)· the sweeps to be hidden also depends on selected position in Test Browser.

Position in Test Browser Displayed sweeps Object All opened measurements under this object are hiddenMeasurement sequence All opened measurements in this sequence are hiddenMeasurement file All sweeps in this file are hiddenA sweep selected Only selected sweep is hidden

2.1.2.10 Edit / Change Sweep Color

Changes colour appearance of selected sweep. Change Sweep Color invokes a colour dialogwindow from which a desired colour for sweep can be selected. This command can also beinvoked right-click on selected sweep.

2.1.2.11 Edit / Read Only

Allows for changes in those fields which are read only by default:· object data when measurement sequence is selected· Measurement plan for data files (D-files)

By selecting Edit / Read Only this feature is removed and user can change the content of allfields.

2.1.3 Results Diagram Menu

Menu command DescriptionZoom in Zooming in into a selected areaZoom out Returning to full graph

2.1.3.1 Diagram / Zoom In

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+I

1. The Zoom In command allows user to select a rectangular area of the by dragging arectangle with the mouse.

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2. The marked area will the be magnified to cover the entire graph area as shown below.

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2.1.3.2 Diagram / Zoom Out

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+O

Zoom out command fully displays all active curves similarly as turning on Autoscale in axissettings. The axis settings in the axis settings, however, remain unchanged.

2.1.4 Results View Menu

Menu Command DescriptionBrowser Show/Hide Test Browser.

Browse Object Tree Allow to select which items are displayed Test Browser.Browse Measurement Templates Show only Measurement TemplatesBrowse Object Templates Show only Object Templates

Information Display information about Object, Measurement Sequence,Measurement Plan etc.

Graph Show graphical representation of measurementsTable Show table view of the measurement results50/60 Hz Data Present the values at power frequency

Text View Open Measurement Plan or Template programmingcommands for its interface and measurement settings forreview and editing

Show Measurement Templates Show/Hide Measurement Templates

2.1.4.1 View / Browser

Toggles between hide and show Test Browser. It may be convenient to hide it in order tomaximise the area for graphical output as well as for table and when editing measurementplans.

2.1.4.2 View / Browse Object Tree

Displays all objects inclusive associated Measurement Templates, Measurement Sequences,Measurement Plans, (C-files) and measurement data files, (D-files).

2.1.4.3 View / Browse Measurement Templates

Displays all available Measurement Templates and it is possible to edit any of them as well ascreate new ones.

2.1.4.4 View / Browse ObjectTemplates

Displays all available Object Templates and it is possible to edit any of them as well as createnew ones.

2.1.4.5 View / Information

Measurements performed by IDAX are described in a command file, called Measurement Plan orC-file (*.icf). This text file contains all information specific for the measurement in question, and is inits entirety saved in the data file (*.idf) before the measurement data. Displayed content of Information tab depends on selected place in Test Browser. There areseveral possibilities:

· Object selected· Measurement Sequence selected

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· Measurement Template selected· Measurement Plan selected· Measurement Data selected

Information — ObjectDisplays information about object corresponding to the chosen Object Template. Objectinformation can be edited using also Text view mode. The changes made here will, however,be unique for the given object. Permanent changes must be made in Object Template(s).

Information — Measurement SequenceMeasurement Sequence displays information relevant to given measurement occasion.Measurement Sequence can be edited using also Text view mode. The changes made here will,however, be unique for the given Measurement Sequence only. Permanent changes must bemade in Object Template(s).

Information — Measurement Template1. Selected Measurement Template is associated with an object

Displays the appearance of Measurement Plan for specific conditions (see also MeasurementTemplates) and given object. Measurement Template(s) can be edited using also Text viewmode. The changes made here will, however, be unique for the given object only. Permanentchanges must be made in Measurement Template(s).

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2. When using View / Browse Measurement TemplatesSimilar as above, but the changes made in Text view mode will be permanent and will haveeffect when creating next new object or adding given Measurement Template to existingobject(s).

Information — Measurement PlanMeasurement Plan displays the same information as Measurement Template and can be editedalso using Text view mode. In the Text view mode appearance of the Measurement Plan viewcan be specified, thus hiding irrelevant information from the user. The changes made here will,however, be unique for the given measurement. Permanent changes must be made inMeasurement Template(s).

Information — Measurement Data

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Measurement Data displays the same information as Measurement Plan. The data itself is notvisible, yet can be viewed in Text mode.

Caution: The data files are Read-only and even the editing is possible after disabling Read-onlyattribute, it is strongly discouraged. Any data loss or damage caused by editing of data files isuser’s responsibility.

The IDAX System Control reads the Measurement Plan and each line is interpreted insubsequent order. Normally, every variable or command is contained in a separate row.However, multiple variables and commands can be entered in the same row if they areseparated with semicolons. When the measurement is started, current Measurement Plan iscopied to a file LastC.icf in D:IDA catalogue, which is then read and executed by the IDAXSystem Control.

2.1.4.6 View / Graph

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+G

Displays graphical output of an ongoing measurement and/or previously made and openedmeasurements. It is possible to display graphical representation of the measurements usingdifferent parameters, i.e. loss tangent, power factor, PF, capacitance, C and others (see also Configuration / Models).

By clicking right mouse button on a measurement point the properties of this point are shownin Properties box in left lower corner of Results window.

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2.1.4.7 View / Table

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+T

Ongoing measurement and/or previously made and opened measurements are displayed in atext mode. In addition to measured values loss tangent, power factor, PF, capacitance, C andothers, in Table mode also hum current, DC offset and object’s capacitance are shown forspecified configurations.

2.1.4.8 View / 50/60 Hz Data

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recommended to avoid this frequency. Instead, two measurements near the power frequencyare performed and the values at power frequency are obtained by interpolation.

10 kV equivalentsThe 10 kV equivalents are values that are calculated from the measured values. Using lowvoltage, e.g. 200 Vpeak, will result in a certain current through the sample. A linear insulatingmaterial, such as oil and/or paper, will have the same dissipation factor and capacitance also ata 10 kV test voltage. Therefore, it is possible to calculate the current and power at 10 kV fromthe measured values.

2.1.4.9 View / Text View

Displays text behind the Measurement Plan or Template. In Text View all formatting andmeasurement settings are shown for user and editing is enabled. It is also possible to view datafiles (D-files), but their editing is disabled.

2.1.4.10 View / Show Measurement Templates

Shows or hides Measurement Templates associated to objects in Test Browser. Hiding templatessaves space in Test Browser, which may be recommended.

2.1.5 Results Configuration Menu

There are commands under this menu which allow user to configure output of measurementresults, display desired measured values in both graphical and text format as well as editmeasurement plan(s).

Menu command DescriptionInformation Configure appearance and Template and Measurement Plan

editing toolsGraph Configure appearance of graphical outputTable Configure Table view Power Frequency Data Display values of losses and capacitance at power (network)

frequency (50 or 60 Hz)

Send to Select an external program for data analysis

Models Display available models for presentation of results

2.1.5.1 Configuration / Information

Editing of Measurement and Object Templates and Measurement Plans in Text View mode canbe facilitated by means of this dialog window.

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1. Checking/unchecking Gutter displays/hides line numbering in the left side.

2. Advanced help enables automatic appearance of alternatives for variables. When typing avariable name followed by «=» sign, the alternatives appear as a drop-down menu (seebelow) and user can select the appropriate one.

3. Highlighting settings allows user to change the color scheme for appearance of text editor(see example below).

4. Font… allows user to select the fonts to be used in Text view of Measurement or ObjectTemplates and Measurement Plan.

2.1.5.2 Configuration / Graph

Allows user to configure appearance of graphical output

Menu commands Description

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Display Title Toggle ON/OFF display titleAxis Configure Axis settingsBackground Change background color

2.1.5.2.1 Configuration / Graph / Display Title

Toggles ON/OFF the graph title.

2.1.5.2.2 Configuration / Graph / Axis

The Axis command invokes the axis dialog window. This window allows the names, scales, grid,prefixes, etc. on the axes to be modified. The dialog is divided into three parts:

§ Title§ X-axis§ Y-axis.

2.1.5.2.2.1 Autoscale

Autoscale automatically sets the scale so that all active curves are displayed in the graph.

Note!Negative values are not possible to display in logarithmic scale.

2.1.5.2.2.2 Grid

For grid settings, three options are available:

§ None, no grid is shown.§ Small, also called tics. Only an indication at the axis, no lines in the graph.§ Full, all lines are displayed in the graph.

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2.1.5.2.2.3 Label

Allows user to enter a label text for both X- and Y- axis.

2.1.5.2.2.4 Log/Lin

Makes it possible to change between logarithmic and linear scale for the X and/or Y axis.

Note!Negative values are not possible to display in logarithmic scale.

2.1.5.2.2.5 Precision

Precision sets how many digits of the point is presented in the Graph/Table.

2.1.5.2.2.6 Prefix/Scientific

Changes between Prefix or Scientific notation in the Graph/Table.

2.1.5.2.2.7 Title

Here the title for the graph in Results can be written. If Auto is checked, the title of themeasurement will be displayed for the measurement. If more than one measurements are

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loaded in the results window, with different titles, no title will be displayed.

2.1.5.2.2.8 Unit

Units for both X- and Y- axis.

2.1.5.2.3 Configuration / Graph / Background

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+B

Using this command the background of the graph can be changed. The selected color is used ondisplay and in files exported in *.wmf format, however, when printing the background color isset to white.

2.1.5.3 Configuration / Table

Allows user to choose between displaying or hiding the disturbance data when in Table mode.

2.1.5.4 Configuration / Power Data

Configures display of desired values at power frequency (50 or 60 Hz). This command invokes adialog window shown below. The options are as follows:

1) showing either loss tangent (tand) or Power Factor (PF)

2) select power frequency§ 50 Hz, e.g. Europe, Australia, most part of Africa and Asia§ 60 Hz, e.g. USA, Canada, Mexico, certain countries in South America

3) showing interpolated 10 kV equivalents for current, dissipated power, Power Factor andcapacitance

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2.1.5.5 Configuration / Program…

The dialog window, which appears when selecting this menu command, allow user to choosean external application for further data analysis. This is done by providing the search path tothis program as shown below.

2.1.5.6 Configuration / Models…

Shortcut keys: Ctrl+M

Command Configuration / Models… invokes a window where available models forpresentation of measurement results are shown. Different models can be selected and thecorresponding results in graphical or text format will be simultaneously displayed.

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Selected models appear at the bottom of Results window, where one can choose whichparameters are to be shown. Below the Dielectric and C, PF, Tan-Delta models are chosen to beused in Results and e¢ as a parameter is displayed in the graph.

2.1.6 Impedance models

The following impedance models and their parameters are available:

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2.1.7 Results Help Menu

Menu command DescriptionContents Show content of all IDAX HelpResults Help Display help for Results onlyWhat’s this? Pop-up help for unclear fields or menu

2.1.7.1 Help / Contents

IDAX Help contents displays available Help topic:

Topic DescriptionIDAX Overview of IDAX operating principle and functionsResults User Interface Preparation of measurements and presentation of resultsCommand and Variable Reference Reference of programming directivesIDAX Error Messages Error messages generated by IDAX and possible

countermeasures

2.2 Test Browser

Test Browser is located at the left hand side of the Results window and it works similarly toMicrosoft Windows Explorer. The main purpose of the Test Browser is to facilitate:

§ navigation between already performed measurements, Object and MeasurementTemplates§ organisation of new measurements on the existing or new objects§ creation and editing Measurement and Object Templates

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2.2.1 Data Structure

Test Browser is arranged as a tree-like structure consisting of:§ Objects§ Measurement Sequences§ Measurement Plans and data files

Objects Each object is represented by an object template specified in a file Object.obj. This file containsthe information about the object which is constant such as owner, manufacturer, serial number,etc. There are several pre-defined Object Templates for power transformers, bushings andcables. Depending on user’s needs these files can also be modified as well as new templates canbe created.

When creating new objects it is recommended to select Measurement Templates which can beassociated to those objects.

Measurement SequenceMeasurement Sequence is created in order to make a measurement and therefore at least oneMeasurement Template must be associated with the Object.

Measurement structureIn order to perform a measurement a Measurement Sequence must be available or a new onemust be created. New sequence is created by selecting desired object and press File / New /Measurement Sequence. This will result in:

· A dialog will appear where a test date and an optional name of Measurement Sequencecan be defined

· All Measurement Templates associated with the object will be copied to the folder of newMeasurement Sequence (inclusive the object information) as command or C-files (*.icf).

· In order to run a measurement, a command file from those under Measurement Sequenceis chosen and IDAX is started by pressing ON.

· When measurement is started, the command file is replaced by a data file containing bothinformation from the command file and measurement data. Finished measurement can be

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repeated by selecting data file and choosing File / Remake Measurement. This will createa new command file copy from data file, which is possible to start again. (The name ofcommand file will remain the same as original data file with additional number at the end,for example xxxxx-2 or yyyy-3, where number indicates times the measurement has beenrepeated.

· When measurement is finished the next command file in given Measurement Sequence canbe selected and run until the entire Measurement Sequence is done. Unwanted commandfiles can be deleted or simply left as they are.

2.2.2 Measurement Templates

Measurement Templates are templates which are recommended to use when performingvarious measurements on power and distribution transformers, bushings and cables. The formview of Measurement Template is pre-specified, however, can be modified to satisfy differentrequirements. For information about the commands in the IDAX C file see the Commands andVariable Reference in the program help file or included pdf manual.

In all Measurement Templates it is provided that user can choose to perform either:1) frequency sweep down to a specified stop frequency, or

2) measurement only at power frequency (50 or 60 Hz). This last option is not available for XLPEcable measurements and in limited extent in general measurement plans.

Two winding transformerAvailable Measurement Templates are:§ 2W-CH — measurement of insulation between high voltage winding and ground§ 2W-CHL — measurement of insulation between high and low voltage windings§ 2W-CL — measurement of insulation between low voltage winding and ground

Three winding transformerAvailable Measurement Templates are:§ 3W-CH — measurement of insulation between high voltage winding and ground§ 3W-CHL — measurement of insulation between high and low voltage windings§ 3W-CHT — measurement of insulation between high voltage and tertiary winding§ 3W-CLT — measurement of insulation between low voltage and tertiary winding§ 3W-CL — measurement of insulation between low voltage winding and ground§ 3W-CT — measurement of insulation between tertiary winding and ground

Autotransformer without tertiary windingAvailable Measurement Templates are:§ 2WA-CH — measurement of insulation between high/low voltage winding and ground

Autotransformer with tertiary windingAvailable Measurement Templates are:§ 3WA-CH — measurement of insulation between high/low voltage winding and ground§ 3WA-CHT — measurement of insulation between high/low voltage and tertiary windings§ 3WA-CT — measurement of insulation between tertiary winding and ground

BushingsAvailable Measurement Templates are (for each phase):§ C1, H1 — measurement of bushing H1* main insulation, C1§ C1, H2 — measurement of bushing H2 main insulation, C1§ C1, H3 — measurement of bushing H3 main insulation, C1§ C2, H1 — measurement of bushing H1 insulation between test tap and ground sleeve, C2§ C2, H2 — measurement of bushing H2 insulation between test tap and ground sleeve, C2§ C2, H3 — measurement of bushing H3 insulation between test tap and ground sleeve, C2

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* H1, H2 and H3 are default labels for bushings of different phases.

PILC Cables§ PILC Cable, A — measurement of insulation of phase A*§ PILC Cable, B — measurement of insulation of phase B§ PILC Cable, C — measurement of insulation of phase C

* A, B and C are default labels for different phases of the cable.

XLPE Cables§ XLPE Cable, A — measurement of insulation of phase A*§ XLPE Cable, B — measurement of insulation of phase B§ XLPE Cable, C — measurement of insulation of phase C

* A, B and C are default labels for different phases of the cable.

General measurementsAvailable Measurement Templates are:§ General (PF Data) — generic measurement plan for measuring only at power frequency (50/60

Hz)§ General (Sweep) — generic measurement plan for measuring of frequency sweep§ General HV — generic measurement plan for measurements using IDA High Voltage Unit

2.2.3 Object Templates

Object Templates are templates which are recommended to use when creating new objects.Available pre-specified templates are:

§ !!Test Capacitor § !General Specimen§ Autotransformer with Tertiary + Bushings§ Autotransformer with Tertiary§ Autotransformer without Tertiary + Bushings§ Autotransformer with Tertiary§ Bushings§ PILC (Paper Insulated Lead Covered) Cable§ Three Winding Transformer + Bushings§ Three Winding Transformer§ Two Winding Transformer + Bushings§ Two Winding Transformer§ XLPE Cable

The form view of Object Template is pre-specified, however, it can be modified to satisfydifferent requirements. For information about the commands in the IDAX C file see theCommands and Variable Reference in the program help file or included pdf manual.

3 IDAX Error Messages

System messages

No Message Explanation101 Filename missing File name not specified file dialog. Specify a file

name.103 Not string A string variable is expected.104 Could not open file: Wrong file name, file is missing or path is incorrect.105 Could not open or create

keyProblem accessing Windows Registry.

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No Message Explanation106 Key could not be deleted Problem accessing Windows Registry.107 Redeclaration of variable A variable is declared two or more times in the C–

file.108 Error writing to file The log file from a Calibration or a Self test could

not be created.109 Incorrect data type The Data type specified does not exist.112 Cannot start measurement Displayed when IDAX is not properly set up in order

to perform a measurement. Usually accompanied bya more detailed message.

113 Error reading Windowsregistry

Problem accessing Windows Registry.

Errors associated with C-file

No Message Explanation201 Not a complex number Variable is expected to be complex number in «X+Yi»

format.202 Illegal assignment Wrong type has been assigned to variable.203 Unknown directive Incorrect command. Most likely a typing error.204 No «Data type» specified Type must be specified before data field. Example: $

Type = ‘R’205 No «Category» specified Category must be specified before data field.

Example $ Cat = ‘C’206 Incorrect «Category» Wrong variable in category (Cat) has been used.208 Error on line Indicates the number of line in C-file, where error

was detected.209 «VoltageSource» incorrect «VoltageSource» has to be of a defined type. Most

likely a typing error.210 Boolean is expected for

check box («CB»)Check boxes can have only Boolean values.

211 Not an integer Parameter values must be of the same type as in theparameter declaration.

212 Not a real Parameter values must be of the same type as in theparameter declaration.

213 Not a Boolean Parameter values must be of the same type as in theparameter declaration.

214 Unknown «Data type» «Data type» must be of a defined type. Most likely atyping error.

216 Wrong number of arguments Too few or too many arguments in a variable.217 Syntax error Undefined error in the syntax. Usually accompanied

by additional information.218 To few radio buttons in

group («RB»)There must be at least two buttons in a radio group

219 Not a radio buttons item(«RB»)

The function is assigned to a value that does notmatch any radio button. Most likely a typing error.

220 Not an array of integers Parameter values have to be of the same type as inthe parameter declaration.

221 Invalid bitmap «Image» Image is not a *.bmp file or the file is corrupted.222 Variable not declared All new variables must be declared with a «New»

function.223 «AmplitudeScale» not

assigned»AmplitudeScale» must be assigned. See User’sManual for options.

224 «VoltageSource» notassigned

«VoltageSource» must be assigned. See User’sManual for options.

225 «FileType» not assigned «FileType» must be assigned. See User’s Manual foroptions.

226 «SpecVersion» not assigned «SpecVersion» must be assigned. See User’s Manualfor options

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No Message Explanation227 «DraftSpecVersion» not

assigned»DraftSpecVersion» must be assigned. See User’sManual for options.

228 «Configuration» notassigned

«Configuration» must be assigned if using aTermination Box with relays. See User’s Manual foroptions.

229 Value not assigned If cat ‘P’ is assigned, the field can not be left blank.

Errors related to IDAX 206 system and measurement settings

No Message Explanation301 Wrong argument in

«LinSweep» functionWrong number/type of argument. See User’s ManualAppendix A.6 for options

302 Wrong argument in»LogSweep» function

Wrong number/type of argument. See’s ManualAppendix A.6 for options.

303 Settings could not besaved

User settings could not be saved.

306 No DSP device name The name of the DSP instrument is not valid, contacta service supplier.

307 Could not open DSP The DSP instrument did not connect properly.308 No geometric capacitance309 Error initializing DSP.

DSP not present orinactive.

The DSP instrument did not connect properly.

311 Neither the file LastC.icfnor specified file couldbe found

The C-file is not found in the system. Probablyproblem with reading/writing to disc or Windowsregistry.

312 Unknown «C-File» command The specified command does not exist. Most likely atyping error.

313 Wrong number of arguments Too few or too many arguments in a command.314 No «Amplitude» «Amplitude» must be assigned. See User’s Manual

Appendix A.5 for options.315 No «Frequency» «Frequency» must be assigned. See User’s Manual

Appendix A.5 for options.319 No measurement to comment Comments are possible during a measurement or

directly after the measurement.320 No current measurement No measurement which has been started.321 DSP variables wrong The DSP-variables (e.g. MinTime, MinCycles, etc.) are

wrong.322 DSP code not found No or wrong DSP code found in the system.323 Index does not exist

in NT registryProblems accessing Windows Registry.

324 Could not interpolatecalibration data

Could not interpolate transfer functions.

325 No voltage source selected A voltage source must be selected before measuring.327 Could not get info from

DSPProblems with the connection to the DSP instrument.

329 «MeasurementPerPoints»must be greater than zero.

One measurement at each frequency must beperformed.

330 DSP reset failed Problems with the connection to the DSP instrument331 «Else» without «if» Syntax error in C-file.332 «End» without «if» Syntax error in C-file.333 Only variables or

constants are allowedOnly variables or constants are allowed in an if–elsestatement.

334 Types does not match Wrong type of data (e.g. string assigned to aninteger).

339 Error updating «D-File» Measured data was not properly added to the D-file.340 Invalid voltage The desired voltage is out of the specified limits.

Possible typing error in the C-file.341 Invalid current The applied settings results in a current that is too

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No Message Explanationhigh.

342 Invalid frequency The desired frequency is out of the specified limits.Possible typing error in the C-file.

343 Cable parameter not found: The specified parameter was not found in the samplecable.

344 Cable parameters not found No cable data was found.345 «Temination box» parameter

not found:The specified parameter was not found in the»Termination Box».

346 «Termination box»parameters not found

No «Termination Box» data were found.

347 Output voltage is notwithin specified levels.

The applied voltage differs from the desired.

351 «InitMeasureZ» settings: Not possible to perform InitMeasureZ measurement.This message is followed by one of 340-342.

352 No «Amplifier type»selected

High Voltage amplifier not selected.

356 Electrometer Overload Overload in Electrometer instrument during ameasurement.Measurement point is probablyinaccurate. Message also written in point property.

357 Error reading backplaneserial

Problem accessing instrument backplane.

358 Cannot find the Nameoption in file

Syntax error in Calibration or Self test files.

359 Cannot find the Connectionoption in file

Syntax error in Calibration or Selftest files.

360 Error in file … atline …

Syntax error in Calibration or Selftest files.

361 Overvoltage An overvoltage occurred.364 Measured capacitances

don’t matchDisagreement between values of capacitancemeasured for different configurations

365 Specimen capacitance belowlimit.

Measured capacitance below specified limit.

366 Specimen capacitance abovelimit.

Measured capacitance above specified limit.

367 Measured DCcurrent>MaxDCCurrent

Measured DC current exceeds limits set byMaxDCCurrent variable.

368 Measured humcurrent>MaxHumCurrent

Measured interference (hum) current exceeds limitsset by MaxHumCurrent variable.

Errors associated with D-file

No Message Explanation400 No sweep Error in D-file syntax.401 No points in sweep Error in D-file syntax.403 Wrong model Error in D-file syntax.404 Wrong parameter Error in D-file syntax.405 Printer error: Displays error from printer routines.406 Illegal value for x-min Illegal settings for axis values.407 Illegal value for y-min Illegal settings for axis values.408 Error: y-max is less than

y-minIllegal settings for axis values.

409 Error: x-max is less thanx-min

Illegal settings for axis values.

410 Error: Table not exported The D-file table was not exported properly.411 No information to show The information dialog could not display the

information.412 Cannot read from A:

(floppy)Results cannot read from floppy disk. Possiblydamaged floppy.

413 Cannot read from drive Results cannot read from specified drive.

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3.1 (347) Output voltage is not within specified limits

Measured output voltage is outside specified limits.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Voltage electrode, Hi, is grounded:§ check measurement set-up and disconnect ground§ change measurement configuration if terminal of test object cannot be disconnected from

ground

2) Voltage electrode, Hi, is connected to measuring electrode, Lo or Ground:§ check measurement set-up and disconnect measuring or guard electrodes from the voltage

electrode. Voltage electrode, Hi, must not be connected to either measuring or guardelectrode

3) High stray capacitances to ground or high capacitance of the test object:§ lower the highest frequency used in C-file (see also Measurement variables)§ Lower the InitFrequency in the C-file (see also Measurement variables)

3.2 (361) Overvoltage

Measurement aborted due to overvoltage detected on measuring electrode, Lo. Potentialdifference between signal ground and real ground exceeds limiting value.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Ground electrode is not connected to true ground:§ connect Ground electrode to true station/substation ground

2) Transients caused by accidentally disconnected ground connection:§ check ground connection

3.3 (364) Measured capacitances don’t match

Values of capacitance measured for different configurations, the UST, GST-Guard andGST-Ground are in disagreement.

Possible reasons and countermeasures:

1) When performing UST measurement, measuring electrode, Lo, is connected together withGround electrode or Lo is connected to ground:§ check measurement set-up and make sure that measuring electrode, Lo, is connected to a

non-grounded terminal of the test object and that Ground electrode is connected to ground

3.4 (365) Specimen capacitance below limit

Measured capacitance below limit specified in C-file by MinSpecimenC.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Measured capacitance higher than 10 pF.

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Specimen size is very small which results in low value of capacitance:§ change limit set by MinSpecimenC to an approximately 10% lower value than measured

capacitance§ select another measurement configuration if possible§2) Measured capacitance lower than 10 pF.Most likely no contact with specimen:§ check connections with specimen for loose contacts§ check measurement cables for damage

3.5 (366) Specimen capacitance above limit

Measured capacitance above limit specified in C-file by MaxSpecimenC.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

Large size of test object results in high values of capacitance:§ change limit set by MaxSpecimenC to an approximately 10% higher value than measured

capacitance§ select another measurement configuration if possible§ decrease in test voltage allows for measuring at higher frequencies

3.6 (367) Measured DC current > MaxDCCurrent

Measured DC current exceeds the limits set in C-file by MaxDCCurrent.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

Features of the test object as well as certain configurations can result in high values of DCcurrent, use caution when analyzing the data.§ increase the limit for DC current set by MaxDCCurrent

3.7 (368) Measured hum current > MaxHumCurrent

Measured interference or hum current exceeds the limits set in C-file by MaxHumCurrent.

Possible reasons and countermeasures

1) Level of interferences is very high:§ try to reduce the influence of interferences by placing measuring cables close to each other

and avoiding cable loops§ increase the limit for hum current set by MaxHumCurrent

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Index- 3 -347 70361 70365 70366 71367 71368 71

— 5 -50/60 Hz Data Tab 19

— A -About 24Autoscale 58Axis

Autoscale 58Grid 58Label 59Scale 59Settings 58Title 59Unit 60

— C -Calibration 25

Calibration Procedure 25EM0 Calibration 25Full Calibration 25

Capacitance Geometrical 10

Conductivity 10Configuration

Graph 56, 57Information 56Models 56, 61Power Data 60Power Frequency Data 56Send to… 56Table 56, 60

Current Range 3

— D -Diagram

Zoom In 49Zoom Out 49, 51

Directives Emmision 3Immunity 3LVD 3Mechanics 3

Dissipation factor 10

— E -Edit

Change Sweep Color 47, 49Copy 47Copy All 47, 48Cut 47, 48Mark Sweep 47, 48Paste 47, 48Read Only 47, 49Select All 47, 48Toggle Sweep 47, 48Undo 47Unmark Sweep 47, 49

Equivalent Circuit Paralell 10Series 10

Error Messages 66Export 38

Data 38IDA Zip File 38Measurement Templates 41Object Templates 42Point or Comma 40TXT format 38With or without header 39WMF format 38

— F -File

Add Templates 31Add/Remove Templates 27Close Measurement 27, 32Delete File/Folder 27, 46Exit 27, 47Export 27Import 27

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File Load D-file 27, 33New 27New Measurement Sequence 30New Measurement Template 29New Object 27New Object Template 29Open Measurement 27, 32Print 27, 42Remake Measurement 27, 32Remove Templates 31Rename File/Folder 27, 46Report 27, 43Save 27, 32Save As… 27, 32Send To… 27, 45

Frequency Range 3

— G -Getting Started

Data File 17Performing Measurement 17

Graph 57Axis 58Background 60Display Title 58

Graph Tab 19Grid 58

— H -Header 39Help

Contents 63Results Help 63What’s this? 63

— I -IDAX-206 System and Accessories 5IDAX-206 System Control

Comments 21Message Window 21Oscilloscope 21Selftest 21

Impedance Measurement 9Models 10

Impedance Models 62

Import 34File to Structure 34IDA Zip File 34Measurement Templates 36Object Templates 37

Instrument Panel Front 7Interface 7Output 7

— L -Label 59Language

Change Language 23Lin 59Linear scale 59Log 59Logarithmic scale 59

— M -MaxDCCurrent 71MaxHumCurrent 71MaxSpecimenC 71Measurement Templates 65Messages

Error messages 22Message window 22

MinSpecimenC 70Models 20, 61

— N -New 27

Measurement Sequence 30Measurement Template 29Object 27Object Template 29

— O -Object Templates 66Oscilloscope

Chanell checkboxes 22Grid 22Horizontal control 22Roll 22Vertical control 22

Output voltage 70

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— P -Permittivity 10Power factor 10Precision 59Prefix 59Presenting Results

Getting Started 19On screen 19

— R -Report 43

List&Label Report 43MSD Word Report 44

Results Configuration Menu 56Diagram Menu 49Edit Menu 47File Menu 27Help 63Menus and Commands 26Test Browser 63User Interface 25View Menu 51

— S -Safety 6Scale 59Scientific 59Settings for Graph 58Specifications 3

— T -Table Tab 19Temperature 3

Operating 3Storage 3

Test Browser 63Data Structure 64Measurement Templates 65Object Templates 66

— U -Unit 60

— V -Version 24View

10 kV Equivalents 5550 Hz data 5550/60 Hz Data 5160 Hz data 55Browse Measurement Templates 51Browse Object Templates 51Browse Object Tree 51Browser 51Graph 51, 54Information 51Show Measurement Templates 51, 56Table 51, 55Text View 51, 56

Voltage 3Range 3