MEGGER® CM100 & CM200 y Operating Jnstructions —. * ET,WARNINGS 1. The circuit must be de-energised and isolated before connections are made for an insulation or continuity test. 2. Donot touch the circuit during a test. 3. After insulation tests, capacitive circuits must be allowed to discharge before disconnecting the test leads. 4. Test leads, including crocodile clips and prods, must be in good order, clean and have no broken or cracked insulation. The warnings must be read and understood before the instrument is used and must be observed ring use. The instrument must only be used by a suitably trained and competent person. IMPORTANT Itis necessary to reset the unit whenever the batteries are first fitted and at each subsequent time they are changed. Procedure: Switch the instrument off. Remove the battery cover and replace the batteries. ‘Switch the instrument on and press the CLR key until 'rEs’ is displayed. The batteries must be changed within 60 seconds, or the data in the memory will be lost.Contents 1. INTRODUCTION 6 1.1 Label symbols . 2. LIST OF INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS 7 3, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 8 3.1 Functions 8 3.4.1 Continuity range 8 3.12 2,30r4-wire earth resistance measurement 8 3.1.3 _ Insulation resistance measurement 9 3.1.4 Measurement of short-circuit loop impedance between the phase and neutral conductors (Z,,) ar two phase conductors (2), shor-creut current eledation (), requency (and wotages (Up, and U,,) 9 3.1.5 Measurement of fault loop impedance between the phase and protective conductor (2), earth fault curent (I, frequency (f) and voltage (U,,) 10 3.1.6 Phase sequencing 14 3.1.7 Measurement of disconnection time t,,, contact voltage U, and ground resistance R, (for TT systems) for ordinary and selective RCDs 1 3.1.8 Measurement of disconnection current I, disconnection time t,, and contact voltage U, at the disconnection current for ordinary RCDS 13 3.2 General Specifications é 4 4, INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION 15 4.1 Front Panel 5 42 Connector APEd rnnnonnnn : een tht 1B 43 Lower instrument Side 7 5, INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 18 5.1 Measuring Procedures 18 KKS232 Communications. 534 5.41 542 543 544 ‘Continuity Test of the Protective Conductor and the Potential Equalising Conductor ‘Two Wire, Three Wire or Four Wire Ground Resistance Measurement 5.1.21 | Two wire earth resistance measurements (—2) 5.1.22 — Two-wire ground resistance measurement on socke 5.1.2.3 Three-wire ground resistance measurement (—3) 5.1.2.4 Specific ground resistance measurement (—4) Insulation resistance measurement of electric installation using measuring voltages of 250 V, 500 V or 1000 V d.c. ‘Measurement of short-circuit loop impedance between the phase and neutral conductors {Z,,) oF two phase conductors (Z,,), short-circuit calculation (L.), frequency (f) and voltages (U,,, and U,,) Measurement of ‘atop impedance between the phase and protective conductor 2) earth fault current (I.), frequency (f) and voltage (U,.) Phase Sequencing Measurement of discon IMe ty lary and sel Suliches, contact velage U, and gout resistance Ri, using sllemating or crect cuanto, 25 Measurement of disconnection current I, of differential current protection switches, of disconnection time t, at the disconnection current and of contact voltage U, at the disconnection current Measurement of Contact Voltage U, using alternating current Control PC download FILE menu OPTIONS menu INSTRUMENT menu... EDIT menu5.5 Batteries nnn 5.5.1 Battery type ...... 5.5.2 Battery low warning 5.5.3 Battery replacement .. 5.6 Warnings 6. ACCESSORIES ...... 6.1 Standard Accessories: 6.2 Optional Accessories1. Introduction ‘The CM100 and CM200 are microprocessor controlled instruments for testing electrical installations rated at 230/400 V a.c. Both have the advantage of simplicity of use and a large choice of measuring functions. The test result storage capability has 600 memory locations, ‘The instruments are designed for maximum user safety, ‘and comply fully with EC1010. ‘The instruments are powered by four 1.5 V R14 batteries, and can be used either on a workbench or |wom around the neck using the strap provided. ‘The carrying case provides ample storage for the instrument and accessories. 4.4 Label symbols Refer to the instruction manual. When this ‘symbol is displayed the operator shall consult the present manual and act accordingly. Danger: high voltage. Double insulation.2. List of Instrument Functions Q EARTH 2.3.4 Ma 250V Ma 500 V Ma. 1000 V Zz Two-wire continuity resistance measurement, Zolet Two , three or four wire earth resistance measurement, 250 V insulation resistance ‘measurement. ‘500 V insulation resistance measurement © 1000 V insulation resistance measurement RCD, RCDIDC ‘Short-circuit loop impedance measurement between the phase and neutral conductors or between phase conductors. Prospective short-circuit current measurement, RCD S, Voltage and frequency measurement RCDIDC S. between the phase and neutral conductors or between phase conductors. Earth fault loop impedance measurement between the phase and protective conductors. Prospective earth fault current measurement, Voltage and frequency measurement between the phase and earth conductors. Phase sequencing, Measurement of disconnection time t,, contact voltage U, and ground resistance R, (for TT systems) ‘Measurement of disconnection Current I,, and disconnection time t., and contact voltage U, at the disconnection current. Measurement of disconnection time t,, contact voltage U, and ground resistance R, (for TT systems).3. Technical Specifications 3.1 Functions 3.4.1 Continuity range ‘The measurement is carried out with an automatic polarity reversal and the arithmetic mean of both tests is displayed. Range 001.200 ‘Accuracy + 2% of reading = 2 digits ‘Automatic calibration of test lead resistance has been taken into account. Test current > 200 mA d.c. (at the battery voltage Un. > 5 V) Open-circuit voltage > 4.5 V (atthe battery voltage Usa, > 5 V) 3.1.22, 3 or 4 wire earth resistance measurement Range (Auto-ranging) (i) 0,01 .. 19,99. (i) 20.0... 199,92 (ii). 200. 1999.2 ‘Accuracy 22% reading + 2 digits Measuring frequency 125 Hz 1 Hz sine wave Test current $10 mA Open-circuit voltage < 80 Vp Interference Interference voltage 20 Vpp / 50Hz in main citcuit will have a maximum effect of 15 digits Gurrent spike resistance Additional 3% error (max) if: Ro = (4 KO + 100R,) $50 ko R= R.1 +R.2 (four spike system) Potential spike resistance Additional 3% error (max.) i: R, = (4 K+ 100R,) = 50 ko Fi, = R,1 + R.2 (four spike system)3.1.3 Insulation resistance measurement Test voltages (d.c.) 250 V, 500 V & 1000 Range (Auto-ranging) (i) 0,001..1,999 Maz (i) 2,00. 19,99 Ma (ii). 20,0. 199.9 Ma. ‘Accuracy ++ 2% reading + 2 digits ‘Open circuit voltage (max.) 1.3 x measuring voltage ‘Short-circuit current (max.) 1.4 mA Measuring voltage 250 Vrange: 250 V+ 6%, -0% at 250 k@ load 500 V range: 500 V+ 6%, -0% at 500 k@2 load 4000 V range: 1000 V+ 6%, -0% at 1000 ks2 load Measuring current (min.) 250 V range: 1 mA at 250 k@? load 500 V range: 1 mA at 500 k02 load 1000 V range: 1 mAat 1000 k@ load 3.1.4 Measurement of short-circuit loop impedance between the phase and neutral conductors (Z,,) or two phase conductors (Z,,), short-circuit current calculation (L,) frequency (f), and voltages (U,,, and U,,) (i) Short-citcuit loop impedance measurement between the phase and neutral conductors or between phase conductors Range (Auto-ranging) ()_0,001..1,099 (i) 001... 1999.0 Accuracy (i) 2% reading + 6 digits (i) + 2% reading + 2 digits Automatic calibration of test lead resistance has been taken into account. Test current 23A210% (10ms) at the mains voltage of 230 V ee(i) Prospestive short-circuit current (1) calculation 400 V Measuring range: 0,20 A..400 kA 1 250V 200 ms, the resolution is 1 ms. ‘Accuracy + 2% reading + 2 ms "Table of effective (r.m.s.) values (10 ms) of differential currents: Va, (MA) | Ey(mA) | 21, (mA) | Sly (mA) ac_[ pc [ac | pc | ac] bc [ac | OC 5 | 38] 10] 200) 20| 283] 150°| 2121 15 | 105] 30| 42,4] 60| 849] 150 | 2121 50 | 35 | 100] 141.4] 200) 283 | 500 | 707.1 150 | 105 | 300) 424.3) 600] 849 | 1500 | 2121 250 | 175 | 500] 707.1| 1000] 1414 | 2500 | 3535 500 | 350 | 1000/1414 | 2000] 2890 | — | — Accuracy of differential currents: 5% “The test current applied during a5 1, test for a 10 mA circuit breaker is 150 mA a.c. and 212,1 mA dc. (ii) Contact voltage U, ‘The specifications of contact voltage are valid under the following conditions: = the mains voltage should be stable during the measurement, = the protective conductor must be free of interfering voltages. 2The measurement of U, is performed with a current of 0.5 RCD) or to double differential current 2 I, (selective RCD). calculated to adjusted differential current I, (ordinary Range 0,1.100V Accuracy + 10% /~ 0% (of Uy.) Uy: 25 V 0F 50V (ii) Earth resistance R, (vy) 02 ..2000 500mA, Range () 10 ..10.00k2 —1,,=10mA (i) 3.3 .3,93kQ 1, =30mA (i) 1.10000 =, = 100 ma (iv) 0,33 .. 333 0 1, = 300 mA. I I (vi) 01 .. 1000 1000 mA Accuracy + 10% — 0% resolution Measuring current OSI, 3.1.8 Measurement of disconnection current I,,, disconnection time t,, and contact voltage U, at the disconnection current for ordinary RCDs ‘These tests can be undertaken on the switch positions: 4. RCD and 2. RCD/DC (i) Disconnection current 1, Range 0,50 .1,401 Resolution O.tl, Accuracy 0.151,(i) Disconnection time tat the disconnection current Range 0,1..500 ms If the result is > 200 ms, the resolution is 1 ms. ‘Accuracy 2% reading + 2 ms (iil) Contact voltage U, at the disconnection current ‘The specifications of the disconnection current are valid under the following conditions: — the mains voltage should be stable during the measurement, — the protective conductor must be free of interference voltages. Range 0,1..100 V. Accuracy + 10% / - 0% (0f Usa) Up: 25.V 0F 50 V 3.2 General Specifications Power supply 4x 1,5V alkaline batteries IEC R14 Battery life time approx. 400 hours Display ‘314 digits, character height 19 mm, with additional symbols Memory size approx. 600 storage locations ‘Communication RS 232 (format: 1 start bit, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit); baud rate 2400 Weight (instrument) 1,6 kg ‘Weight (standard set) 5 kg Dimensions (W xH x L) 220mm x 85mm x 230mm4. Instrument Description 4.1 Front Panel 1 LeD Funetion selection switch TEST key for measurement execution DISPLAY key for display of altemative results ‘Shoulder strap fixings 1, and mag koys for setting of rated differential ‘current or rated current multiple 8232 key for selting the instrument in PC ‘communication mode or print mode CLR, RCL, SAVE keys for memory handling4.2 Connector Area 1 Front panel 2 ON/OFF switch 3. Terminal for earth resistance measurement 4 Connector cover (covering 9 pin RS232 connector) . Test terminals. Figure 2 Connector Area43 Lower Instrument 1. Front panel 2 Rubber feet 3 Instruction label 4 Battery cover fixing screw 5 Battery cover 6 Battery fiting instruction label Figure 3 Lower instrument Side w5. Instructions for Use 5.1 Measuring Procedures 5.1.1 Continuity Test of the Protective Conductor and the Potential Equalising Conductor N.B. Before starting a test make sure there is no voltage present between the measuring points. To null test lead resistance: 1. Connect the test leads together using the crocodile lips. To ensure a good connection the crocodile clips should be connected to a round metal object, such as a screwdriver. 2. Switch to the continuity range. Ifit has already been Switched to this position, move it either forward or backward and then return to the continuity position. 3. Three horizontal dashes will be displayed. 4, Press the SAVE key. The letter K will be displayed. 5. Press the TEST button. A value irrespective of calibration will first be displayed and subsequently 0.00 will appear - the lead resistance is now set 10 zero and a direct measurement can be taken. This procedure is also valid for the functions f, Zp lly 8 ‘and, Z,,/I., provided that the test leads used have been calibrated. N.B._ The test lead resistance adjustment wl last unti the batteries are discharged or replaced. The maximum value calibrated by the instrument is 5 2, Figure 4 Connection ‘Measurement: 1. Connect the test leads to the instrument and to the item under test as shown in figure 4. 2. Switch to the continuity range. The display will show three horizontal bars. 3. Press the TEST key.4, The value of resistance will be displayed 5. To store the resutt, press the SAVE key. ‘The measurement is automatically carried out with polarity reversal. The arithmetic mean of both tests is displayed. If there is a voltage present between test points exceeding 10 (rm.s.), the instrument will display the value of voltage and testing will be inhibited. 5.1.2 Two Wire, Three Wire or Four Wire Ground Resistance Measurement After selecting the EARTH test range, the display will indicate whether itis set to perform 2, 3 or 4 wire meas- trements. To change to the desired measurement tech: nique press the DISPLAY key. It the resistance of the measuring rods is too high, re will appear on the display and a value of resistance will be displayed. Under these testing conditions, an exact ‘measurement of earth resistance is not made and should not be considered as reliable N.B. Ian external voltage greater than 30 V rm.s. is present between neutral and earth, the instrument will display the value of voltage and no earth measurement will take place. 5.1.2.1 Two wire earth resistance measurements (—2) Where itis not possible to drive rods into the ground to carry out three wire measurement, the simpitied method of two wire measurement can sometimes be used. To carry out the test a suitable reference earth is necessary; a reference earth can be considered to be suitable when it has a negligible earth resistance and itis independent of the installation earth under test. Any metal body driven into the ground can be used provided that it meets the above conditions. ‘The results of this method are comparable to those of three wire measurements, but where possible the three wire method should be used as itis more reliable. Measurement: 1. Connect the instrument E/P terminal and the ES/PE terminal separately to the earth under test, and connect the H/N terminal and S terminal separately to the reference earth. 2. Press the TEST key, 3. The value of resistance will be displayed.4. Tostore the result, press the SAVE key. N.B. If standard wires are not long enough to make a measurement, extend each wire separately. 5.1.2. 2 Two wire ground resistance measurement ‘on socket (—2) ‘This method uses the supply neutral as the reference earth. Connection to earth and the reference earth can ‘therefore be carried out at the socket outlet. ‘Measurement: 1. Connect the optional test leads from the instrument to the socket using the optional four wire mains lead ‘as shown in figure 5. 2. Press the TEST key. 8. The value of resistance will be displayed. 4, To-store the result, press the SAVE key. RED GREEN ‘QO-0 et a. i ‘BLUE (lor the TT system) 5.1.2.3 Three wire ground resistance measurement on) Measurement: 1. Connect the four wires to the coloured terminals on the right hand side of the instrument. 2. Connect the blue wire to the current measuring rod, the black wire to the voltage rod, and the red and {green wires to the earth rod under tast (figure 6). 3. Press the TEST key.4. The value of resistance will be displayed. 5.1.2.4 Specific ground resistance measurement (—4) 5. To store the result, press the SAVE key. Measurement: N.B. To get a reliable result itis necessary to insert 1. Connect the four wires to the coloured terminals on the current measuring rod (labelled H in the the right hand side of the instrument. figure) at a distance of SD from the installation earth (where D is the maximum length of the 2. Place the measuring rods at an equal distance earth rod), apart. 3. Connect the test leads to the rods as indicated in figure 7. 4, Press the TEST key, Figure 6 Connection extablished to measure ground Figure 7 Connection established to measure specific ground resistance ~ three wie system resistance — four wire systemFigure 8 Connection for measurement of insulation resistance 5. Avalue of resistance will be displayed. To get the specific ground resistance value multiply the value by 2na (where x = 3,14 and ‘a’ is the distance between the measuring rods). 6. Tostore the result, press the SAVE key. 5.1.3 Insulation resistance measurement of electric installation using measuring voltages of 250 V, 500 Vor 1000 V dc. Measurement: 1. Connect the test leads to the instrument and the circuit under test as shown in figure 8. Figure 9 Connection for measurement of Z,. impedance 2. Switch to the appropriate insulation rang Press the TEST key. |. The value of resistance will be displayed. To store the result, press the SAVE ke} N.B. If an external voltage is present, the value of voltage willbe displayed and the test button must, not be pressed.: ie a HN i 4 | aide dq i Oe re g UK ONLY Figure 10 Connection for measurement of Z,, impedance 5.1.4 Measurement of short-circuit loop impedance between the phase and neutral conductors (Z,,) or two phase conductors (Z,,), short-circuit calculation (1), frequency (f) and voltages (U,,, and U,,.). ‘The mains test lead or the individual test leads can be Used for this test. To null the resistance of the individual test leads, follow the procedure in section 5.1.1 Measurement: 1. Connect the test leads to the instrument and the circuit under test as shown in one of the two figures: above. Figure 11 Connection for measurement of Z,. impedance 2. Switch to the appropriate loop test range. The value of the voltage U,,, of U,, will be shown. 3. Press the TEST key. 4. "A6"."AS"."A4".7A3".."A2".”A1" will be displayed before the final result as the instrument effects 6 measurements. The average will be displayed as the final result, 5. To store the result press the SAVE key. N.B. If the value of voltage is lower than 110 V or higher than 440 V, the value displayed after pressing the TEST button will fash. 25.1.5 Measurement of fault loop impedance between the phase and protective conductor (Z,.), earth fault ‘current (1,), frequency (f) and voltage (U,.). ‘The mains test lead or the individual test leads can be used for this test. To null the resistance of the individual test leads, follow the procedure in section 5.1.1 Measurement: 1. Connect the test leads to the instrument and the circuit under test as shown in figure 11. 2. Switch to the appropriate loop test range. The value ‘of the voltage U,. will be shown. |. Press the TEST key. “A6"."AS"."A4"."A3".”A2".."A1" will bo displayed before the final result as the instrument effects 6 measurements. The average will be displayed as the final result 5. To store the result press the SAVE key. N.B. If the value of voltage is lower than 110 V or higher than 262 V, the value displayed after the TEST button is pressed will fash. 5.1.6 Phase Sequencing Meaning of the readings displayed: 0.0.0 Not ll interphase voltages are present atthe test terminals. 1.2.3 All the three interphase voltages are present, the phase names correspond to the values displayed. 2.1.3 All the three interphase voltages are present, the phase names do not correspond to the values displayed.5.1.7 Measurement of disconnection time t,, of ‘ordinary and selective RCDs, contact voltage U, and ground resistance R, using alternating or direct, current. GREEN RED \ | ESPe - T ae 14 | ewe mins | q i baad Faure 13 Connection UK ONLY To set the contact voltage limit U,.. in functions ACD, RCD/DC, RCD S, or RCD/DC S: 1. Put the switch in any position, 2. Quickly press the RS232 key twice. ‘SEt’ and ‘Ub’ will appear on the display followed by the last value of contact voltage selected (25 V or 50 V). 3. Select the desired value using the RCL key and confirm it by pressing the SAVE key. Measurement. 1. Connect the test leads to the instrument and the item under test as shown in figure 13. 2. Switch to the appropriate position RCD, ACD/DC, RCD Sor RCDIDC S. The display indicates the RCD rating and the magnitude of the test current selected. 3. Select the RCD rating required using the 1, key and the required multiplier of the test current using the mag key. 4, Press the TEST key. 5. Avalue of time (t,) willbe displayed. 6. To store the result, press the SAVE key. All the test results (t,, Uy. F,) will be stored as well as the measuring parameters (I,., mag). 7. By pressing the TEST key again before the three horizontal dashes disappear, it is possible to reverse the signal polarity. When no symbol is displayed the residual current starts on the positive edge; when the symbol 180 is displayed the residual current starts on the negative edge,|. By repeatedly pressing the DISPLAY key. the value of contact voltage U,, ground resistance R, or the ‘measuring parameters set (I, mag) will be displayed N.B. After completing the test the indication ‘no’ can be displayed meaning: a) The RCD did not trip during the test ) The RCD tripped but out of the limits in IEC 1009 (see table). When this occurs, the actual test results can be displayed by pressing the DISPLAY key. ©) The RCD did not trip within 50 ms during a § I, test as required by BS7671 ‘TABLE OF BREAK TIMES IN SECONDS Break times of general and selective RCDs (IEC 1009) N.B. The 500 A test can be not be performed using the M100 or CM200. N.B. Ifthe value of voltage is lower than 110 V or higher than 262 V, the value displayed after the TEST button is pressed will lash. 5.1.8 Measurement of disconnection current |, of differential current protection switches, of disconnection time t, at the disconnection current and of contact voltage U, at the disconnection current Measurement: 1. Connect the test leads to the instrument and the test specimen as shown in figure 13. Put the switch into the appropriate position RCD, RCDIDC, RCD S or RCDIDC S. The display indicates the RCD rating and the magnitude of the test current selected. . Select the required RCD rating by using the I, Key ‘and “all” current by using the mag key. Press the TEST key. By pressing the DISPLAY key, the value of contact voltage U, at the disconnection current, discon- nection time t, or the measuring parameters set (Li: sal) willbe displayed. To store the result, press the SAVE key. All the testresults will be stored (I, t/,, U,/l,) as well as the measuring parameters (I, .all). N.B. The maximum value of current supplied by the instrument is equal to 1,4 times the value of the set rated current, If the value of voltage is lower than 110 V or higher than 262 V, the value displayed after the TEST button is pressed will lash. 5.1.9 Measurement of contact voltage U, using alternating current This test should not trip the RCD. ‘Measurement: 1 Connect the test leads to the instrument and the item under test as shown in figure 13, Switch to the appropriate RCD test range. Set the appropriate rating of the RCD using the I, key and the test current using the mag key. Press the TEST key. The value of voltage will be displayed. 6. Tostore the result, press the SAVE key, The test result, U,, willbe stored as well as the measuring parameters, I, 7. By pressing the DISPLAY key the parameter I, will be displayed. It the supply voltage is out of the range 100..250V, the voltage will be shown flashing on the display. 5.2 Storage control SAVE RCL Every value measured can be saved by press ing the SAVE key at the end of a test, except for the voltages Uny, Up and U,< oF frequency fin the functions f, Zp eel, and f, Zpfly. The mem- ‘ory contains approximately 600 locations. After pressing the SAVE key the memory location number, where the test result is stored, will be displayed brietly By pressing the RCL key, the instrument recalls, the test results from its memory. To read the various measurements stored itis necessary to switch on the function to be displayed. For ‘example if the continuity range is selected, pressing RCL wil display any continuity results, Stored. IFO yey’ iS displayed it means that there are no measurements stored for the function selected. FaIa number of measurements for one function have been stored proceed as follows: Put main switch on the desired function. Press the RCL key. The last measurement stored with its position number is displayed. To display previous results press the ACL key. To indicate the end of the list of results for the function, ‘bot’ appears on the display. To step bback through the list of results, press the ‘SAVE key; top’ indicates the top of the list. To display all of the parameters relative to the ‘measurement recalled press the DISPLAY key. ‘To erase the whole memory, press the CLR key in any function (a recalled test result ‘should not be displayed) and ‘mem’ will be ‘displayed. To confirm the deletion press the CLR key again. To erase the last value entered, press the CLR key immediately after saving, and before any other action, for example, pressing a key ‘or turning the switch, 5.3 RS232 communications ‘The CM100/CM200 has a 9 pin female RS232 ‘connector. The transmit (tx), receive (rx) and ground, (GND) pins are used. 1 pin 2 Re pind GND pins 5.3.1 PC download PC requirements Operating system Minimum configuration DOS 3.3 or later 512 kbytes RAM Serial port Approximately 500 Kbytes of hard disk Colour monitor Mouse (on separate serial port) ‘Suggested options PC software ‘The software can be started directly from the disk supplied with the instrument. However, itis advisable to transfer the program to the hard disk of the computer in order to increase the working speed. This can be done by following the procedure below.Installation of software. 1. Insert the disk into drive A. 2. From the DOS C: prompt, type ‘A.’ and press RETURN. 9. Type INSTALL C: PR2024’ and press RETURN. This will create a directory called PR2024 on the hard. drive of the computer, and will copy the software into that directory. To start the program, you must be in the directory PR2024 in the C: drive (this will be selected automatically after the installation program is run). The program is then started by typing ‘GO’ and pressing RETURN. It a mouse is installed on the PC it can be used to select a command of function on any screen by clicking the left hand button over the appropriate command or function required, If no mouse is installed on the PC the menu bar can be accessed by pressing the ALT key on the keyboard. 1. To select a function or command, press the highlighted letter in the command name. 2. To cancel a screen without taking any action whilst init, press the ESC key. 3. To select OK in a menu, press the RETURN key. 4. To move between options, press TAB, 5. To select an option button, press the SPACE BAR Download procedure: 1. Connect the CM100/CM200 to the serial port of the computer using an RS232 lead, 2. Start the PC software. The main menu screen will appear. 3. To check the system parameters are correct, select ‘SYSTEM PARAMETERS from the OPTIONS menu. (See section 5.4.2.) 4, With the instrument switched on, press the RS232 key to set the instrument to serial communication, ‘SEr will appear on the display. 5. Select READ DATA from the INSTRUMENT menu. During communication the display will read PCr to indicate that the instrument is communicating with the computer. When download is complete, the 2instrument display will read SEr again. The computer ‘screen will contain the information received. 3. To exit the communication mode, press the RS232 key or switch the instrument off. N.B. In this mode the automatic shut-ott is deactivated. 5.3.2 Printing To print directly from the instrument to a printer: Connect the CM100/CM200 to the printer using an appropriate RS232 lead. When connected, press the S232 key on the instrument to set the instrument to serial communication and SEr will ‘appear on the display. During communication to the computer the display will read Pr with a flashing dash during printing {indicating that the download is under way). |. When printing is completed SEr will appear on the display again, to indicate that the instrument is ready to start printing again or to be connected to a computer. To exit the communication mode, press the RS232 key or switch the instrument off. N.B. In this mode the automatic shut-off is deactivated. 5.4 PC software commands ‘Once the download of the stored data is complete, ‘manipulation of the data is possible so that useful test reports can be created. Using the PC software it is possible to edit the information into headed groups, and to print the data. The data can be saved to the disk for later retrieval and use. ‘Two commands which are often available ar OK —_ Selecting OK wil store all changes made and will exit the function. CANCEL Selecting CANCEL exits the current function without saving any actions taken. ‘The MAIN MENU screen has four sub menus; FILE, OPTIONS, INSTRUMENT and EDIT. The functions available for each of these menus are listed below. 5.4.1 FILE menu ‘The FILE menu contains the functions: ‘OPEN Files saved to disk can be retrieved to the screen at any time by using the command OPEN. To open a file select the appropriate drive from the drive lis,the directory (or path) from the direc- tories listed, and finally the file name from the list of files in the selected path. Alternatively, ifthe correct path is already selected the file name can be typed into the file name text box. Select (OK when the information is correct. To exit the screen without saving the information select CANCEL. N.B. Before opening a new file, save the existing file or the data will be lost. NEW When NEW is selected the current data (on the screen is cancelled and the screen is cleared. ‘The EXPORT command saves the data in ASCII comma separated format. This is a standard format which can be input into any spread sheet. The EXPORT screen is the same as the OPEN screen, and the path and file name are required as for the OPEN function Select OK when the information is, correct. To exit the screen without saving the information select CANCEL. EXPORT NB. If an extension to the filename is not specified (e.g. filename. EXT) the program will automatically add the extension ‘.CSV' DOS SHELL SAVE AS SAVE DOS SHELL allows temporary access to the operational system without abandoning the work in progress. This ‘command can be used to start other programs from the operational system. To re-start the program type EXIT and press RETURN. DOS SHELL doos not close the AVO software, which remains in memory. This could stop execution of other applications which require large memory locations. To save the file on screen, ensure the correct path is selected and type the desired file name and extension into the FILE NAME text box. Select OK when the information is correct. To exit the screen without saving the information select CANCEL. When a file is saved, the message ‘SAVE: file FILENAME.EXT saved! wil indicate that the fle has been successfully saved,‘The PRINT screen is used to select the parallel port that the destination printer is connected to, Usually the standard setting is LPT1. It is also possible to select a file on a disk as the destination for the output. The destination filename is typed in the text box. Ifthe destination isa fe, itis necessary to select whether the new data is to be ‘appended to the existing data in the file or to replace an existing file. Ifa new file is required select REPLACE. ‘The option FORM LINES permits the specification ofthe length of the paper. ‘The standard option of 66 lines and corresponds to an 11” page (72 lines corresponds to a 12" page.) When printing the serial number of the instrument used, the date of printing and the page number are printed on every page. When EXIT is selected, the work ‘session is closed and stores the system parameters. The INFO function gives the name of the program, the software version and the date the software was written, The communications PORT and BAUD PARAMETERS RATE of the PC communication can be ‘changed if necessary. (See section xx {or checking/setting the baud rate of the instrument.) Other options available are COLOUR and HEADING. Select "Y” ita colour display is to be used or *N’ if a mono display is to be used. INSTRUMENT COM is the main computer serial port. SERIAL PORT COM? is the secondary serial port. BAUD RATE The baud rate on the CM100 and (CM200 is set to 2400. Ensure that the PC is set to the same rate for download. When the parameters are correct, select OK to retum to the MAIN MENU.5.4.3 INSTRUMENT MENU READ DATA Alter setting the instrument to RS232 mode, the data is read by using the function READ DATA. Alter the download is complete, the downloaded data appears on screen. N.B. Save any measurements which are already retrieved to the screen, since these will be lost when the new data is read, INSTRUMENT The INSTRUMENT SETUP screen SETUP allows selection of the printing language (not always available) and the instru- ment’s clock. Once the instrument language is changed SEND LANG must be selected. 5.4.4 EDIT MENU ‘The EDIT menu is used after the data has been successfully downloaded to the PC from the instrument. ‘The options available are: GROUPING DATA To group measurements or change existing groups, the command GROUPING DATA from the EDIT menu is used. The function of the command ‘The grouping functions are: RECALL, OF GROUP. EDIT GROUP varies depending on the position of the '>" symbol which can be in a group or out of it. As the function of grouping acts only on measurements and not on comments itis advisable to select the groupings first and add comments later. ()) With cursor in a group: Select GROUPING DATA from the ‘menu to allow editing of the group. The program will ask whether the cursor is ‘on the group to be modified. If YES, the EDIT GROUP screen will be opened for the selected group. If NO, an empty window will be opened to permit the introduction of a new group. The new group will be stored after that where the cursor is. (i) With cursor out of a group: Select GROUPING DATA from the ‘menu. An empty window will be opened to permit the introduction of a new group. The new group will be stored after the last existing group. ‘The text box GROUP DESCRIPTION aholds up to a maximum of 35 characters, and should be used to reference the circuit that the measurements apply to. ‘The list GROUPED DATA shows the measurements which belong to the group. To add measurements to the {group use the command ADD READING from the EDIT menu. To delete measurements from the group select REMOVE READING trom the EDIT menu. After completing the group use the command SAVE GROUP from the END ‘menu to save the group details, or the command CANCEL from the END menu to escape from the screen without saving any details. To add a measurement to a group select, ADD READING from the EDIT menu. If there are already some measurements in the group, move the ‘>’ cursor to the position where the new measurements, are to be added before recalling the function. CANCEL MEASURE- MENT Move the ‘>’ cursor to indicate the ‘measurement to be added to the group and then select OK to add the measure- ‘ment to the group. The command key SEL. ALL adds all measurements to the ‘group list. Selecting CANCEL returns the software to the previous screen without adding any measurements. ‘The command REMOVE READING from the EDIT menu, deletes from the group the measurement which is indicated by the ‘>’ cursor. ‘SAVE GROUP On selecting the SAVE GROUP ‘command from the END menu, the created or modified group will be saved.DELETE GROUP INS/EDIT COMMENT DEFAULT HEADER INSTRUMENT HEADER DATE DELETE COMMENT / DATA ‘An existing group can be deleted by using the DELETE GROUP command. This will then make the measurements available for inclusion in another group it required. When one or more comment lines are to be added position the cursor on the line ‘above which the comment shall appear and select the INS/EDIT COMMENT for the EDIT menu. Selecting DEFAULT HEADER will add the standard header stored in the SYSTEM PARAMETERS window. The INSTRUMENT HEADER command inserts the personal header present on the instrument at the cursor position. (Before selecting the command connect the instrument to the PC.) By selecting the DATE option, the PC system clock date will be added at the cursor position The DEL COMMENTIDATA is used to delete both single comment lines and ungrouped measurements. Move the RESET LIST RESTORE DATA > cursor on the line to be cancelled land then recall the function. Deleted measurements can be recovered by using the command RESTORE DATA. ‘The RESET LIST command will remove all comments and groupings of the measurements. any measurement has been deleted it is possible to restore it. A list of the deleted measurements will be displayed. Move the ‘>’ cursor to the measurement tobe restored and select OK. 38SEPT vPP gp nvr SSeS 5.5 Batteries: 5.5.1 Battery type 41,5 VIEC R14 or EC LRI4 5.5.2 Battery low warning It the battery voltage falls below 4,3 V, BAT will appear in the comer of the display. In this condition the instrument is still operational but the accuracy of the test results is no longer valid. 5.5.3 Battery replacement N.B. Before replacing the batteries the instrument ‘must be turned OFF and all leads disconnected. ‘The batteries must be replaced within 60 seconds or the data in memory will be lost. To replace the batteries: 1. Remove the battery cover 2. Remove the batteries and replace with batteries of the correct type, ensuring that they are fitted as indicated. ‘3. Replace the battery cover, and tighten the screw. 5.6 Warnings ‘The following wamings could be displayed during the instrument's operation: LUNE = Voltage present: (U,, + Uj.) > 50V. CHG LINE. — Invert the connections to the circuit under test. ~ Instrument thermal cut off has occurred. Allow to cool. ~ Batteries need replacing. = The test result displayed is from memory. ~The end of the list of results stored. = The start of the list of results stored. — Out of the measuring range. = RCD tripped when the contact voltage U, was measured. No data stored for the selected function. = Instrument ready for serial ‘communication. ~ Instrument is communicating with a computer. = Printing in progress. = Request for storage cancellation. Press Clr to confirm. Hot BAT mem bot top or. ted Ser Pet Pr6. Accessories 6.1 Standard accessories Calibration certificate PC software Test Lead sets ‘Mains plug to three 4 mm plugs Three 4 mm test leads with crocodile clips and prods Carrying case ‘Shoulder strap ‘Operating instructions 6.2 Optional accessories ETKITA, earth testing accessory kit 4 wire mains lead for earth tests on two-wire systemsInstrument Repair and Spare Parts ‘The manufactuer’s service and spare parts organisation for MEGGER® instrument AVO International limited Archeliffe Road, Dover, Kent CT17 9EN, England. Tel: 01904 202620 Fax: 01904 207342 Approved Repair Companies ‘Anumber of independent instrument repair companies in the U.K. have been approved for repair work on most MEGGER® instruments, using genuine MEGGER@ ‘spare parts. Their names and addresses are listed in the Warranty Card supplied with each new instrument. ‘Overseas Instrument owners outside the U.K. should consult the appointed Distributor/Agent for their country regarding spare parts and repair facilities. The Distributor/Agent will advise on the best course of action to take. {f returning an instrument to Britain for repair, it should be sent, freight pre-paid, to the address shown opposite. A copy of the Invoice and of the Packing Note should be sent simultaneously by airmail to expedite clearance through the U.K. Customs. ‘A repair estimate showing return freight and other charges will be submitted to the sender, if required, before work on the instrument commences. NEW INSTRUMENTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR 12 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BY THE USER.