AS3500 User Guide

AS3500 user guide
DocID: UGen-GB000108_00 AS3500 user guide
Hardware version: 1.4
August 2020
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Table of contents
1 GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................................................. 9
1.1 About AS3500 .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Scope ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.3 Intended audience .............................................................................................................................................. 10
1.4 Proper use ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.5 Warnings .................................................................................................................................................................. 10
1.6 Electrical hazard .................................................................................................................................................. 13
1.7 Compliance with standards, approvals and European directives .............................................. 13

Meter standards ...............................................................................................................................................13
Meter approvals ................................................................................................................................................14
Waste certifications ........................................................................................................................................15
Restriction of hazardous substances ....................................................................................................15
2 TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................................................. 16
2.1 Main technical characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 16
2.2 Enclosure ................................................................................................................................................................. 19
2.3 Front view of the meter ..................................................................................................................................... 20
2.4 Sealing of the meter ........................................................................................................................................... 21
2.5 Push–buttons........................................................................................................................................................ 22
3 FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................. 23
3.1 Main features of the AS3500 meter........................................................................................................... 23
3.2 Power supply .......................................................................................................................................................... 24
3.3 Readout during a power outage................................................................................................................... 24
3.4 EDL 21 functionality .......................................................................................................................................... 25

Additional functionality of the AS3500 .................................................................................................25
Comparison between AS3500 and EDL21 functionality ............................................................27
3.5 Line loss and transformer loss calculation ............................................................................................ 28

Line loss (copper loss) measurement ...................................................................................................28
Transformer (iron loss) measurement...................................................................................................28
4 TARIFF CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................ 29
4.1 General remarks ................................................................................................................................................... 29
4.2 Energy tariff control ........................................................................................................................................... 29
4.3 Instantaneous parameters tariff control ................................................................................................. 30

Block demand ....................................................................................................................................................30
Active, reactive and apparent demand measurement ..................................................................30
Control options for demand tariff information .................................................................................30
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Annual Maximum Demand measurement ..........................................................................................31
Synchronization of the demand period ................................................................................................31
4.4 Energy and demand tariff sources ............................................................................................................. 32
4.5 Oversetting of the internal tariff source ................................................................................................... 32
4.6 Delta register values........................................................................................................................................... 33
4.7 Real-time clock ..................................................................................................................................................... 33

General characteristics of the real-time clock ..................................................................................33
Battery backup...................................................................................................................................................34
Correction the device clock .........................................................................................................................35
Internal tariff table ...........................................................................................................................................37
Future/deferred tariff table .........................................................................................................................38
Concurrent tariff contracts .........................................................................................................................38
5 REMOTE BUDGET METERING AND PREPAYMENT ...................................................... 40
6 DISPLAY CONTROL ............................................................................................................................. 42
6.1 Display ....................................................................................................................................................................... 42
6.2 Display features.................................................................................................................................................... 43
6.3 Display modes ....................................................................................................................................................... 46
6.4 Scroll mode ............................................................................................................................................................. 48
6.5 Display Mode 1 (VDEW mode) ...................................................................................................................... 48

Display test mode ............................................................................................................................................48
A-button menu ..................................................................................................................................................48
R-button menu ..................................................................................................................................................50
6.6 Display Mode 2 ..................................................................................................................................................... 52

Standard mode (Menu Option "Std-dAtA")..........................................................................................52
Standard mode (Menu Option "Abl-dAtA") ..........................................................................................52
6.7 Flow chart of different display modes ....................................................................................................... 53

7 DEMAND RESET..................................................................................................................................... 59
8 MEASUREMENT VALUE ACQUISITION.................................................................................. 61
8.1 Measurement module ....................................................................................................................................... 61
8.2 Measurement principle .................................................................................................................................... 62

Active demand and energy calculation .................................................................................................62
Reactive demand and energy calculation – phase shift method ............................................62
Apparent demand and energy calculation ..........................................................................................62
Theft-resistant method (always run positive) ....................................................................................63
Measurement without reverse run lock ................................................................................................63

9 CALIBRATION AND TEST .................................................................................................................. 64
9.1 Calibration ............................................................................................................................................................... 64
9.2 Certification of the meter ................................................................................................................................ 64
9.3 Manufacturer-specific test mode ............................................................................................................... 64
9.4 Simplified test mode .......................................................................................................................................... 65
9.5 Simple creep and anti-creep test ................................................................................................................ 65
9.6 Manual test mode ............................................................................................................................................... 65
9.7 Checksum display ............................................................................................................................................... 65

10 LOAD PROFILE........................................................................................................................................ 66
10.1 Features of the load profile storage ........................................................................................................... 67
10.2 Load profile readout using R5 / R6 commands .................................................................................. 69

11 SETTING PARAMETERS .................................................................................................................... 71
11.1 Configuration parameters............................................................................................................................... 71
11.2 Formatted commands ...................................................................................................................................... 72

12 INPUTS / OUTPUTS ............................................................................................................................. 74
12.1 Communication interfaces ............................................................................................................................. 74
Optical interface ...............................................................................................................................................74
CL0-interface .....................................................................................................................................................74
RS485 interface ................................................................................................................................................75
Use without baud rate changeover .........................................................................................................76
Data readout lists .............................................................................................................................................76
12.2 Control inputs........................................................................................................................................................ 76
12.3 Electronic outputs............................................................................................................................................... 77

Electronic control outputs ...........................................................................................................................77
Electronic pulse outputs ..............................................................................................................................77
12.4 Mechanical relay outputs ................................................................................................................................ 78

12.5 Overload Control .................................................................................................................................................. 79
13 COMMUNICATION MODULE ........................................................................................................ 80
14 SECURITY ................................................................................................................................................... 82
14.1 Error messages ..................................................................................................................................................... 82
Certification relevant alarms ......................................................................................................................82
Non-Certification relevant alarms ...........................................................................................................83
Diagnostic messages .....................................................................................................................................83
Error identification with OBIS Identifier F.F.3 ....................................................................................84
14.2 Terminal cover removal detection ............................................................................................................... 84

14.3 Front cover removal detection ...................................................................................................................... 85

14.4 Magnetic field detection .................................................................................................................................. 86
14.5 Communications module/corner cover removal detection-optional (FW 10.04 ) ............ 86
14.6 Basic logfile ............................................................................................................................................................ 87

Characteristic of the logfile .........................................................................................................................87
Certified logfile ..................................................................................................................................................87
Logfile format.....................................................................................................................................................88
Description of a logfile in the data telegram ......................................................................................88
Readout modes of the logfile by using R5 / R6 - commands ...................................................89
14.7 Standard register data list ............................................................................................................................... 90
14.8 Data integrity ......................................................................................................................................................... 91
14.9 Meter reprogramming protection ............................................................................................................... 92

Password protection .......................................................................................................................................92
Hardware protection .......................................................................................................................................94
14.10 Display of meter status information .......................................................................................................... 95
14.11 Summary of anti-tampering features ....................................................................................................... 96

15 INSTRUMENTATION MEASUREMENT ................................................................................... 99
15.1 Instantaneous power quality parameters ............................................................................................... 99
15.2 Power quality counters ..................................................................................................................................... 99
15.3 Load profiling of power quality parameters ........................................................................................ 101
15.4 Sags, swell and power outage detection .............................................................................................. 102

Voltage sags and swells ............................................................................................................................. 102
Long power outage detection ................................................................................................................. 102
15.5 Minimum and Maximum calculation for power quality data ..................................................... 102
15.6 Single-phase energy measurement........................................................................................................ 103
15.7 Tan φ calculation .............................................................................................................................................. 104

16 INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................... 105
16.1 Installation and general function control ............................................................................................ 105
16.2 Installation check using the meter display .......................................................................................... 105
16.3 Usage of AS3500 as a single-phase meter ......................................................................................... 107

17 USER PROGRAM ................................................................................................................................. 108
18 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE ....................................................................................................... 109
19 APPENDICES ......................................................................................................................................... 110
19.1 How to identify the AS3500 meter ........................................................................................................... 110
19.2 Type key of the AS3500 polyphase meter ............................................................................................ 111
19.3 Overall and mounting dimensions .......................................................................................................... 114

19.4 Connection diagrams ..................................................................................................................................... 115

19.5 Terminal cover options .................................................................................................................................. 118
19.6 Terminal block of a CT connected meter .............................................................................................. 119
19.7 Identifier system and protocols................................................................................................................. 120

EN 62056-21 protocol ............................................................................................................................... 120
DLMS/COSEM protocol ............................................................................................................................ 124
19.8 OBIS identifiers of AS3500 .......................................................................................................................... 125

Identifiers for measuring values ............................................................................................................ 125
19.9 Version history and changes ...................................................................................................................... 145

Version history ................................................................................................................................................ 145
Changes ............................................................................................................................................................. 145
19.10 Abbreviations ...................................................................................................................................................... 145
19.11 Reference documents .................................................................................................................................... 147

Table of figures
Fig. 1. Front view of the meter................................................................................................................. 20
Fig. 2. Sealing points of the AS3500 meter ...................................................................................... 21
Fig. 3. Location of the exchangeable battery – meter battery holder.................................. 35
Fig. 4. Location of the exchangeable battery – terminal cover battery holder. ............... 35
Fig. 5. The functionality of the integrated clock ............................................................................ 37
Fig. 6. A general overview of the display ............................................................................................ 42
Fig. 7. Changes of different display modes ...................................................................................... 53
Fig. 8. A – button menu .............................................................................................................................. 54
Fig. 9. Single call display ........................................................................................................................... 55
Fig. 10. Load profile display ........................................................................................................................ 56
Fig. 11. R – button menu .............................................................................................................................. 57
Fig. 12. Display Mode 2 (see chapter 6.6 Display Mode 2) ......................................................... 58
Fig. 13. Functional schematics of the AS3500 meter ................................................................... 61
Fig. 14. Connection of AS3500 to a modem using the CL0 interface ................................... 74
Fig. 15. Connection of AS3500 to a modem using the RS485 interface ............................. 75
Fig. 16. Inputs and outputs of the AS3500 meter. .......................................................................... 78
Fig. 17. AS3500 meter with integrated communication modules ........................................... 80
Fig. 18. Parameterization button of the AS3500 ............................................................................. 94
Fig. 19. The front plate of the meter .................................................................................................... 110
Fig. 20. Overall and mounting dimensions of AS3500 .............................................................. 114
Fig. 21. 4-wires 3-systems for CT standard connection ............................................................ 115
Fig. 22. 4-wires 3-systems for CT and VT standard connection ............................................ 115
Fig. 23. 3-wires 2-systems for CT and VT standard connection ............................................ 116
Fig. 24. 3-wires 2-systems for CT and VT without a neutral connection ........................... 116
Fig. 25. 4-wires 3-systems for CT and VT without a neutral connection ........................... 117
Fig. 26. Terminal cover with cut-out .................................................................................................... 118
Fig. 27. Terminal block of a CT connected meter .......................................................................... 119

GETTING STARTED
1 GETTING STARTED
1.1 About AS3500

AS3500 polyphase meter is designed for measuring and monitoring energy parameters, in a
three-phase four-wire or three-wire network, such as:
 total active, reactive and apparent energy in both directions;
 reactive energy in 4 quadrants;
 instantaneous voltage and current;
 PF, Vrms, Irms;
 active and reactive power;
The AS3500 polyphase meter is produced for current transformer connections in different
variants:
 CT connected meter (4-wires, 3-systems)
 3x220/380V ... 3x240/415V 1(6)A*, or 5(6)A class 1;

 3x220/380V ... 3x240/415V 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1 or 0,5S;
 3x120/208V … 3x127/220V 1(6)A*, 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1;
 3x120/208V … 3x127/220V 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1 or 0,5S;
 3x58/100V ... 3x63/110V 1(6)A*, 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1;
 3x58/100V ... 3x63/110V 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1 or 0,5S;
 CT connected meter (3-wires, 2-systems)
 3x100V … 3x110V 1(6)A*, 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1;

 3x100V … 3x110V 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1 or 0,5S;
 3x120V … 3x127V 1(6)A*, 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1;
 3x220V … 3x240V 1(6)A*, 5(6)A or 5(15)A class 1;
*) other voltage or current ranges on request.
The meter conforms to the relevant specifications of the DIN, MID and IEC standards. The
meter is prepared for AMI application by using communication modules plugged into their
designated place on top of the meter.

GETTING STARTED
1.2 Scope
This user guide describes the basic features, installation and configuration of the AS3500
polyphase meter, with the next firmware versions:
 FW 10.04 + DLMS FW V3;
 FW 10.05 + DLMS FW V3;
 FW 10.06 + DLMS FW V3;
 FW 10.50 + DLMS FW V3;
 FW11.00 revision 00 for HW V1.4;
1.3 Intended audience

This user guide is primarily intended for meter experts and field personnel who install and
configure the meter.
1.4 Proper use

The polyphase meter is used only for registering electrical consumption and is intended to
be installed in a suitable location (meter space) in a switch box/cabinet. Any other use is
considered improper use, in particular, the operation of the meters in potentially explosive
atmospheres. In the case of improper use, any warranty claim will be void.
The meter is a technical measuring device in accordance with the Equipment and Product
Safety Act.
1.5 Warnings
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Compliance with instructions in this user guide

The purchaser is responsible for making sure that everyone, whether in his employment or
not, who will be associated with the products supplied by Honeywell, and to which these
instructions and information apply, are made familiar with the contents of this user guide.

GETTING STARTED
This applies to all persons who may be involved in activities such as unpacking, inspecting,
testing, setting, cleaning, installing, commissioning, operating, maintaining,
decommissioning or disposing of the products.
Safety of persons using electrical products

Employers must ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at
work of all their employees. Employers must therefore ensure that employees are informed,
trained and supervised and use proper working procedures to ensure the safety of
themselves and others.
The information provided in this user guide is intended to ensure that products are properly
installed and handled to maintain them in a safe condition.
Employers must ensure proper compliance with the health and safety legislation that
applies to them.
Putting into service

Products supplied by Honeywell have been designed and manufactured, in accordance with
appropriate standards, to operate under specified conditions, when properly installed.
The purchaser or delegated contractor is responsible for the "putting into service" of any
Honeywell products that have been supplied as "non-connected". All related activities must
therefore be carried out with due regard to any applicable legislation, standards and good
practice.
Liquid crystal display

Liquid crystals are toxic. If a display is damaged, avoid contact with the liquid. If the liquid
makes, contact with the skin it must be washed off immediately with water. Seek medical
advice.
Batteries
Depending on the meter’s version this may contain an internal lithium battery. This battery
is completely safe under normal conditions.
The battery must never be recharged, disassembled, heated above 100°C, incinerated,
or have the contents exposed to water.
CAUTION Fire, explosion or severe burns may result if these instructions are disregarded.

GETTING STARTED
In the interests of safety, environmental protection and possible legislation, lithium

batteries require careful disposal. Before arranging for the disposal of these cells, users
should satisfy themselves that the proposed means of disposal is both safe and compliant
with local legislation requirements.
Honeywell would like to draw the user's attention to the international standard for lithium
batteries - IEC 60086-4 - which gives further information about the handling, storage,
transport and disposal of lithium cells.
Honeywell should be contacted by the user if difficulties arise in arranging proper disposal.
If possible, Honeywell will help the user identify safe disposal means.
Transferring meters from cold to humid conditions

The meter can be safely stored and transported in the temperature range of -40 °C ... +80 °C.
However, a sudden change in temperature can cause condensation which if present can
compromise the safety and operation of the meter.
On installation, a meter that has been stored in cold conditions should be removed from its
packing and acclimatised at site temperature for at least one hour before connecting to the
mains supply to allow all traces of condensation to evaporate.
ESD precautions
Observe precautions for handling electrostatic discharge sensitive devices.
When handling electronic equipment, like the one described in this manual, always take
electrostatic discharge precautions.
Avoid touching connector pins and printed circuit boards on communications modules and
module peripheral equipment where the PCB is exposed.
Failure to adhere to this instruction may result in electrostatic damage, contamination

or corrosion.
ESD

GETTING STARTED
1.6 Electrical hazard

Internal electronic circuits
Parts of the internal electronic circuits of these meters are, due to technical necessity,
connected to PHASE VOLTAGES.
CAUTION
Dangerous voltages are present

A terminal cover plate must always be fitted to the meter, to protect the main meter
terminals. If the terminal cover plate is not fitted to the meter, all supplies to the meter must
be isolated before a module, module peripheral equipment is installed or removed. Do not
operate the meter with wet hands.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock.

CAUTION
Installation of a faulty module or module peripheral equipment may affect the main
meter functionality.
ATTENTION
Removal of the front cover invalidates the certification of the meters.
1.7 Compliance with standards, approvals and European directives

Meter standards
The meter is compliant with the next standards:
Standard No. Title
IEC standards
EN 62052-11 Electricity metering equipment (a.c.). General requirements, tests and

test conditions. Part 11: Metering equipment.
EN 62053-21 Electricity metering equipment (a.c.). Particular requirements.

Part 21: Static meters for active energy (classes 1 and 2).

Part 22: Static meters for active energy (classes 0,2S and 0,5S).

Part 23: Static meters for reactive energy (classes 2 and 3).

GETTING STARTED
Standard No. Title
EN 62056-21 Direct local data exchange (communication protocol).
EN 62056-53 Electricity metering. Data exchange for meter reading, tariff and load
control. Part 53: COSEM application layer.
control. Part 62: Interface classes.
control. Part 61: Object identification system (OBIS).
MID standards

test conditions. Metering equipment.

test conditions. Metering equipment (class indexes A, B and C).
Meter approvals
The meter has the next approvals.
Issuer Approval number
NMI MID approval for EU
Siehe T10449 for Honeywell plant in Mainz;
Siehe T10509 for Honeywell plant in Timisoara;
MessEV Siehe T10449-DE for Honeywell plant in Mainz;
Siehe T10509-DE for Honeywell plant in Timisoara;

GETTING STARTED
Waste certifications
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EC.
Waste electrical and electronic equipment directive.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority or retailer for
recycling advice.
Restriction of hazardous substances

This product and its production process complies to the RoHS 2 directive as per
2011/65/EC.

TECHNICAL DATA
2 TECHNICAL DATA
2.1 Main technical characteristics
Technical characteristics Value / Description
Electrical characteristics
Connection type  4 - wires, 3 - systems;

 3 - wires, 2 - systems
Nominal voltage (Un)  3x220/380V ... 3x240/415V;
 3x58/100V ... 3x63/110V;
 3x100V … 3x110V;
 3x220V … 3x240V;
Voltage range 0,8xUn ... 1,15xUn
Frequency 50/60Hz (±5 %)
Nominal (Maximum) current  Continuous current for CT connection:

1(6)A*, 1,5(6)A, 5(6)A, 5(10)A, 5(15)A; (* on request);
 Short duration for CT connection: 300A for 0,5s;
Starting current Ist = 1mA
Measurement accuracy Active energy: Class 1, 2, 0,5S or A, B, C (MID);

Reactive energy: Class 1;
Meter constant 1000 imp./kWh;
Power consumption Voltage circuit: < 0,7W/0,8VA per phase (CT connection);
Current circuit: < 0,01W/0,01VA per phase (CT connection);
Display
Display type Segment type LCD.

TECHNICAL DATA
LED
Energy LED One LED, who will light proportional with measured energy.
Buttons
Button for display One display push-button.
Button for demand reset One sealable push-button.
Communication interfaces
Types - Optical port (maximum 9600 baud);

- Current loop or RS485 interface (maximum 19200 baud);
- Interface for communication modules (maximum 19200
baud);
Relays
Auxiliary relay
Auxiliary terminals One auxiliary load relay (4A).
Real-Time Clock
Accuracy The time basis is derived from the internal oscillator with an
accuracy of <5ppm (<±0,5s/day).
Internal battery or exchangeable 5 years of continuous operation without power at +25°C,

battery (optional) with a shelf-life of 10+ years.
Mechanical characteristics
Weight < 1,5kg
Protection class IP54
Dimensions  253 mm x 170,9 mm x 75,3 mm

(short terminal cover);
 284,2 mm x 170,9 mm x 75,3 mm
(standard terminal cover);
 314,2 mm x 170,9 mm x 75,3 mm
(long terminal cover);

TECHNICAL DATA
Material Polycarbonate, flame-retardant, self-extinguishing plastic,

recyclable.
Terminals CT connected meter:

 dimensions: 6 x 5mm;
 tightening torque: <3Nm;
 terminal material: brass;
 terminal screws: steel;
Auxiliary connections:
 terminals: Ø2,5mm2;
 tightening torque: <1Nm;
Environmental characteristics
Operating temperature range -40°C ... +70°C
Temperature range for storage -40°C ... +80°C

and transport
Relative humidity Up to 95% non-condensing.
Temperature coefficient <0,02%/°C (PF=1), <0,02% (PF=0,5)
EMC compatibility
Surge withstand (1,2/50μs)  6kV, Rsource = 2Ω;
 12kV, Rsource = 40Ω (only between main terminals);
Dielectric test 4kV, 1 minute, 50Hz
Other characteristics
Internal tariff source Up to 8 tariffs, 4 seasons weekday dependent tariff scheme.
Power supply Functional even with power loss on two phases or one
phase and the neutral.
Time backup for readout 4-5 years with an exchangeable battery (optional)
without mains power

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2.2 Enclosure
The enclosure of the AS3500 meter meets or exceeds the following standards:
 DIN 43857, part 2;
 EN 50155;
The enclosure, mounting holes and terminal block comply with the DIN 43859 standard.
The dimensions of the meter and the attachment of the connection leads are as specified in
DIN 43857. The meter has a vibration-resistant design as per EN 50155 and meets the
requirements for IP54 protection class.
The meter cover is designed for user convenience and high security. The clear viewing
window is moulded of ultraviolet-stabilized, shatter-resistant polycarbonate. Cover
components provide a basic user interface to the meter.
Removing the terminal cover exposes the base assembly, including the wiring terminals.
The four meter screws can be individually sealed. Plastic pin seals and conventional wire
type seals can be used.
The two meter cover screws are located on the upper front of the meter. Sealing these
screws seals the main enclosure and limits access to the metering printed circuit board and
sensing elements. The configuration security key is located on the metering circuit board
and locks access to the meter configuration.
The two terminal cover screws limit access to the main terminals and auxiliary wiring
connections only. Therefore, the only terminal cover seals must be broken to access these
connections. To gain access to the main enclosure and metering components, all four seals
must be broken.
Different terminal covers are available for the AS3500 polyphase meter. For details about
terminal covers see section 19.5 Terminal cover options.

TECHNICAL DATA
2.3 Front view of the meter
Fig. 1. Front view of the meter
Main components of the meter, described in the above picture, are explained next:
① Communication module; ⑦ Terminal cover;

② Installation button for communication modules; ⑧ Optical interface;
③ Energy pulse LED; ⑨ Liquid Crystal Display;
④ Alternate push-button - [A]; ⑩ Nameplate;
⑤ Demand reset push-button (sealable) – [R]; ⑪ Utility seal;
⑥ Front cover;

TECHNICAL DATA
2.4 Sealing of the meter

The meter has two seals for the front cover to seal the metrological part of the meter
(position ① from Fig. 2.). It is not possible to access the metrological part of the meter
without physically and transparently destroy the seals, the front cover or the base of the
meter.
The meter also has one seal for the demand reset push-button (position ③ from Fig. 2.) and
two seals for the terminal cover (position ② from Fig. 2.).
The communication module can be sealed also (position ⑤ from Fig. 2.). Additionally, the
push-button (position ⑥ from Fig. 2.) and the corner cover for the wired M-Bus interface
(position ④ from Fig. 2.) of the communication module are sealable.
Fig. 2. Sealing points of the AS3500 meter
Do not break the seal and remove the terminal cover of the meter without authorization.
Do not break the seal and remove the communication module of the meter
CAUTION
without authorization.

TECHNICAL DATA
2.5 Push–buttons
The AS3500 meter is equipped with two push-buttons, on the front cover of the meter.
The function of the [A] push-button, position ④ from the Front view of the meter section, is
to manually alternate the display parameters.
The function of the [R] push-button, position ⑤ from the Front view of the meter section, is
to reset the maximum demand of the meter.

FEATURES
3 FEATURES
3.1 Main features of the AS3500 meter
High accuracy
Digital measured data processing with a digital signal processor (DSP) and high sample
rate for accurate, flexible measured-value processing in all 4 quadrants.
Configuration
User-friendly readout and configuration tool alphaSET, enabling users to define their own
different function variants.
Integrated load profile
With the integrated load profile and the different electrical interfaces (CL0, RS485) the
meter can easily be connected to an AMI system without using additional data loggers.
Readout during a power outage
By pressing the display push-button of the meter all billing data can be displayed even if the
main power is absent. Furthermore, all data can be readout by the optical interface.
Anti-tampering features
The meter supports the next anti-tampering features:
 terminal cover detection;
 front cover detection;
 magnetic field detection;
3-wires/4-wires applications
The same meter can be used for 3-wires or 4-wires applications and therefore the customer
can reduce his stock inventory.

FEATURES
Communication modules for AMI application
The AS3500 meter is prepared for AMI application by using exchangeable communication
modules.
3.2 Power supply

The power supply of the meter is a transformer power supply for dedicated nominal voltage
levels, like 3x220/380V ... 3x240/415V or 3x58/100V ... 3x63/110V, i.e. if two phases fail, or
one phase and the neutral conductor fail, the meter will remain fully functional.
If phase and neutral conductor are not connected as described in the Connection diagrams
section the meter will display an alarm. All meter types of the AS3500 series are earth fault
protected; in that case, the meter can handle a voltage of 1,9xUn for more than 12h.
3.3 Readout during a power outage

The behaviour of the AS3500 during a power outage is described below. In case an external
battery is used the following features are supported by an internal supercapacitor (optional).
Readout using the display
After pressing for 1s the alternate push-button, the LCD will be switched ON. The segment
test will be displayed first. After pressing the alternate push-button again the next data of
the standard data readout list will be displayed for about 10s.
The LCD will be switched OFF after one of the following events:
 the push-button is not pressed for 10s or more;
 when the end of the standard data readout list is reached;
Readout by optical port
After pressing for 1s the alternate push-button, the LCD will be switched ON. After the
segment test will be displayed the standard data readout list of the meter can be read by the
optical port. At the end of the communication, the LCD will be switched OFF.
By using the exchangeable battery option the described features are available even if the
meter is not powered for 4 - 5 years.

FEATURES
3.4 EDL 21 functionality

For the German market, the AS3500 supports the requirements of the German
Energiewirtschaftsgesetzes acc §21 and §40 and offers furthermore the customer essential
functionalities for the future Smart Meter Applications.
Additionally, the basic requirements of the EDL21 specification of the FNN are fulfilled.
Additional functionality of the AS3500

Daily measuring values
The AS3500 offers the possibility to measure the daily values of the active energy in both
directions. Two different solutions are supported:
1. Read and Display of daily values on the LCD.
On the LCD of the meter as well as the communication interfaces the attached daily values
(00:00-24:00) can be displayed and readout:
 active energy (+A, -A) of the last day;
 active energy (+A, -A) of the last 7 days;
 active energy (+A, -A) of the last 30 days;
2. Reading daily values using the optical or electrical interface.
Using the optical or electrical interface the daily energy values (00:00-24:00) over the last
30 days can be readout.
Display of current demand
On the LCD of the AS3500 meter, the current consumption and demand can be displayed
in import and export direction (unit in W). Additionally additional data, like current, voltage,
reactive demand, etc. can be displayed.
Display of energy consumption using the start/stop functionality
By configuration, the demand reset push-button can be used during the scroll mode to
reset special register to „0“ (example: 1.9.0 register to measure the energy consumption +A
in a specific time interval).
Therefore the end-user can measure energy consumption during a specific period.

FEATURES
Enable/disable of customer-specific data on the LCD
For data security reasons the customer information on the LCS can be disabled. Different
possibilities are supported:
1. Disable customer-specific data on the LCD using formatted commands on the optical
or electrical interface. This feature is password secured;
2. Enable the customer-specific data on the LCD using a PIN code;
According to the FNN specification, the EDL specific data (1d, 7d and 30d energy
registers) can be displayed by using a 4-digit PIN-code, which will be entered using
the alternate push-button or a lamp. In case this function is enabled the menu
“Std_data” and “Abl_data” are automatically disabled;
Using the PIN code mode the display of the meter is under normal condition in the
scroll mode. Pressing the push-button or using a lamp the PIN code menu will be
entered:
 the first digit of the PIN code can be selected from 0 to 9 using a short press of the
push-button;
 without pressing the push-button for 3s, the value will be overtaken and the next
digit will be displayed;
 after entering the 4th digit, the correctness of the PIN code is checked by the meter:
 wrong PIN code -> enter back to the scroll mode;

 correct PIN code -> the energy consumption of the last day 7th or 30th last day will
be displayed;
 the "EDL Mode" will be exit by:

 reaching the end of the 1d, 7d or 30d register list;
 a long press of the push-button (>5s);
 after a time out;
3. Reset of customer-specific data on the LCD (1d, 7d and 30d energy registers).
 pressing the demand reset push-button => reset of all daily values (1d, 7d, 30d);
 for using the reset mode, a correct PIN code must be entered;
 for this functionality, the demand reset push-button must be appropriately

configured.
4. Modification of the PIN code.
 the PIN code can be read under the OBIS identifier 0.0.5;
 the PIN code can be modified using a W5-command or the menu „Modify“ in the
configuration tool alphaSET;

FEATURES
5. Modification of the PIN-Code;
By configuring the PIN-Code to „0000“ the meter display acts as described in chapter
6. Display control, which means that the 2 menus (“Std_data” and “Abl_data”) are
displayed.
6. PIN code secured data;
All data programmed in the service list of the meter can be secured by the PIN code.
The service list data can be disabled on the LCD in case the PIN code is set to “0000”.
NOTE
Comparison between AS3500 and EDL21 functionality

The below table presents a comparison between the legal requirements, the FNN
specification and the AS3500 meter.
AS3500
Requirements
Display of the current demand x

(unit: W)
Display of the current x

consumption in kWh.
Display of the consumption over a period. x
- consumption of the last day. x
- consumption of the last 7 days. x
- consumption of the last 30 days. x
Scrolling of the display using a flashlight. Using a flashlight or push-button.
Disable customer-specific data on the Using formatted command (optical interface) or

LCD (Security). activating the demand reset push-button
(sealable).
Multi tariff possibility. Up to 8 energy tariffs, free configurable,

concurrent energy tariff contracts.
National certification. MID sufficient, no certification costs
Protocol. EN 62056-21 or DLMS

FEATURES
AS3500
Requirements
Remote AMI connectivity. Communication module under the terminal cover

of the meter
External tariff control (2 tariffs). Integrated tariff clock, external control inputs,
integrated receiver.
AMI Ready. Communication module (under the terminal

cover) can be installed at a later moment.
3.5 Line loss and transformer loss calculation

Line loss (copper loss) measurement
The meter supports line loss measurement.
 the copper losses U2h are stored in a separate energy register;
 use of two separate registers depending on the energy direction (with 4 decimals);
 support of historical data (up to 15 register values);
 the decimals for the line loss energy register is independently configurable from the
energy register;
 the copper loss constant is not stored in the meter. To get the final losses the energy
value of the meter has to be multiplied by the constant “R” entered in Ω unit.
Transformer (iron loss) measurement

The meter supports the transformer loss measurement.
 the line losses I2h are stored in a separate register;
 use of two separate registers depending on the energy direction (with 4 decimals);
 support of historical data (up to 15 register values);
 the decimals for the transformer loss energy register is independently configurable
from the energy register;
 the iron loss constant is not stored in the meter. To get the final losses the energy
value of the meter has to be divided by the constant “X” entered in kΩ unit;

TARIFF CHARACTERISTICS
4 TARIFF CHARACTERISTICS
4.1 General remarks

The tariff module of the AS3500 meter processes the counting pulses provided by the
measuring module monitors the integrated communication modules and operates the
meter's interfaces. Depending on the meter parameterization involved, all or only some of
the functions described below will be supported. Furthermore, it is possible to use a
separate tariff source for the energy and the demand tariffs.
4.2 Energy tariff control

Overall, the meter provides 6 energy register sets for acquiring the following quantities:
 imported active energy +A;
 exported active energy -A;
 reactive energy R1 .. R4 of the 4 energy quadrants;
 combination of reactive energies, e.g. +R=R1 + R2;
 apparent energy +S, -S;
There are three different possibilities to control the energy tariffs:
1. Internal tariff control - using the internal clock.
See Internal tariff table section;
2. External tariff control - using external input.
The meter possesses up to 6 potential-free inputs for tariff control. The control
voltage corresponds to the meter's rated voltages. The "voltage present" assignment
corresponds to T1 or T2, or T3 or T4, as required.
3. Communication interface.
The energy tariff control can be supported by formatted commands using one of
the communication interfaces.

4.3 Instantaneous parameters tariff control

Block demand
The block demand calculation is provided for up to 4 separate programmable maximum
registers. The total parameters provided for the block demand measurement are as follows:
 duration of the maximum period: 15 min (configurable in the range of 1 ... 60 min);
 up to 4 separate maximum registers, each with 4 maximum tariffs M1 ... M4 and

4 cumulative counting mechanisms;
 input variables for the 4 maximum values are user-selectable, e.g. +P/Q1, +P/+Q/+S;
 maximum tariffs and energy tariffs are independent of each other;
 temporary maximum measurements;
 overlapping maximum measurements;
 each maximum value is assigned a timestamp;
 saving up to 15 preceding-month values;
Active, reactive and apparent demand measurement

The meter can measure the maximum demand for the next three quantities simultaneously:
 active demand;
 reactive demand;
 apparent demand;
The calculation of the apparent demand is done at the end of the demand period.
Control options for demand tariff information

There are three different options for controlling the various maximum tariffs:
1. Internal demand tariff control using the internal clock.

See Integrated load profile section;
2. External demand tariff control.

The meter possesses up to 1 potential-free input for maximum control. The control
voltage corresponds to the meter's rated voltage. The "voltage present" assignment
can be selected between M1 or M4.
3. Communication interface
The demand tariff control can be supported by formatted commands using one of
the communication interfaces.

Annual Maximum Demand measurement

Additionally to the monthly maximum demand, which is executed between 2 demand reset
activation, the AS3500 supports an annual maximum demand measurement:
 the annual demand period is fixed from 01.01 until 31.12 of every year;
 the three highest demand values will be generated;
 at 31.12 of every year, a demand reset will be executed automatically. The three
highest demand values will be stored as previous data (only over the last year) and
the current demand register will be reset;
 on the meter display or over the optical or electrical interface the current demand
values and the historical data from last year can be displayed.
Synchronization of the demand period

The integration period for the meter's maximum measurement function can be
synchronized in different and configurable ways:
 power failure
 Integration period is ended.
 Integration period is not ended.
 power recovery
 A new integration period is started, and terminated synchronously with the device
time.
 Depending on the duration of the interruption, either the integration period
ongoing at the time of the power failure will be continued, or a new shortened
integration period will start. The end of the integration period is always specified
by the IP raster.
 energy tariff change

 Energy tariff is switched over, and the integration period is affected if energy and
power are not being jointly controlled.
 The tariff is changed after a time-delay and synchronized with the integration
period raster specified by the device clock if it has not occurred synchronously.
 demand tariff change

 The power tariff will be changed immediately, the ongoing period switched over,
and a new period started.
 The tariff is changed after a time-delay and synchronized with the integration
period raster specified by the device clock if it has not occurred synchronously.

 demand Reset
 Ongoing integration period is ended, a new integration period is started with the
beginning of the new billing period
 The reset is accepted as preparation, but not executed until the next time the time
filed in the device comes round (this does not apply for resets with the reset
push-button or through the optical interface)
 setting device clock

 Setting the device clock causes the demand integration period to be terminated
prematurely. The following integration period is terminated synchronously with
the device time and maybe shortened if the resetting has not been synchronized
to harmonize with the integration period raster.
4.4 Energy and demand tariff sources

The energy and demand tariff can be controlled by separate tariff sources:
Tariff source Energy tariff control Demand tariff control
Internal tariff clock
External inputs
Communication interface
4.5 Oversetting of the internal tariff source

If the tariffs will be controlled by the internal tariff source it is possible to disable the internal
tariff source and set the energy and demand tariff in a predefined status by using an
external control input.
After resetting the control input the tariffs will be controlled by the internal tariff source
again.
Control input Internal tariff source Energy/demand tariff
“0” Active. According to the internal tariff source.
“1” Not active. Selectable.

4.6 Delta register values

A Delta value or counting mechanism increment is the energy value which has accumulated
as a preceding value since the last demand reset. In comparison to the register reading, the
Delta value represents the energy of the variable measured between two defined points in
time. In the meter, Delta values and register readings can be displayed in parallel. When
Delta values are displayed and readout, they are identified with their own Identifier,
distinguishable from the meter readings.
4.7 Real-Time Clock

General characteristics of the real-time clock
The AS3500's real-time clock possesses the following characteristics:
 the time basis is derived from the internal oscillator with an accuracy of <5ppm
(<+/- 0.5s per day);
 in the event of interruptions in the mains power supply, the quartz will take over as
the clock's time basis;
 the energy for the running reserve is supplied by an internal battery (about 5 years
backup time);
 after the running reserve, has been exhausted, the device clock will start after power
up with the time and date information of the last power outage. If a device clock has
been integrated, the cursor labelled "Clk" will flash. An associated error identifier can
be readout;
 time and date must be set manually by pressing the display and reset push-buttons
together, through the optical or electrical interface;
 the real-time clock supplies the timestamp for all events inside the meter, such as
timestamp for maximum measurement, timestamp for voltage interruptions, etc.;
 it has been specified that two-digit year figures from 90 up to and including 99 are
assigned to the twentieth century. Two-digit year figures in the range from 0 to 89
will be linked to the twenty-first century;
 if the real-time clock stops running the meter can be set to a predefined tariff.

Battery backup
Internal battery
To keep the RTC of the meter running the AS3500 can optionally be equipped with an
onboard soldered battery, which is located on the PCB under the front cover of the meter. As
an additional option, this battery can be placed on a battery socket.
The features of the battery are:
 nominal voltage: 3,0 V;
 nominal capacity: 0,54 Ah;
 lifetime: >10 years (nominal conditions);
 back up time for RTC: about 5 years (nominal conditions);
In case the internal battery gets empty, the meter can be configured to display the message
“bat” on the LCD (FW10.04).
External battery
As a further option the meter can be equipped with an external, replaceable battery which is
located on the right end of the terminal block (see Fig. 3. and Fig. 4.). With this external
battery the RTC running and readout without power feature works as listed below:
 an internal supercapacitor (optional): keeps RTC running during power outage <1day;
 internal battery: keeps RTC running during power outage >1day (up to 5 years);
 external battery: support of readout without power, keeps RTC running in case the
supercapacitor (optional) and the internal battery is empty.
Using the external battery, the readout feature is available even after 4-5 years without
power.
ATTENTION

Fig. 3. Location of the exchangeable Fig. 4. Location of the exchangeable battery

battery – meter battery holder. – terminal cover battery holder.
In case the external battery gets empty, the meter can be configured to display the message
“E-bat” on the LCD (FW10.04).
In case the internal and external battery is getting empty the meter is losing its time
and date information. This can be shown by an F.F.1 message.
ATTENTION
Optionally the meter can be switched to a predefined tariff (FW 10.04).
Correction the device clock

There are several options for correcting the device clock. "Correcting" in this context means
"synchronization" of the device clock, i.e. the clock's deviation lies in the range of 1% of the
demand period. In this case, a running integration period will not be restarted. If the
deviation is greater than this specified value, we speak of "setting", i.e. the clock is
synchronized and the integration period restarted.
 correcting the real-time clock using the data interface.
 correcting the real-time clock using the alternate and demand reset push-buttons.
 correcting the real-time clock using the synchronization input.

By using the synchronization input to synchronize device clock, a distinction must be drawn
between the following three cases:
1. Correction the device clock with „integration period end“
The device clock can be continuously corrected using a control signal at the "External
measuring period" input. If the external control signal fails, the device clock will continue to
run with its own inherent accuracy. When the "integration period end" signal re-appears, the
device clock will immediately be corrected in the sense of "synchronization". If the deviation
at this juncture is greater, i.e. the end of the integration period specifiable with the device
clock lies outside the time window permissible under "synchronization", reference to the
"integration period end" signal arriving again, and then the device clock will be set. The
decision as to whether the device clock is to be set forwards or backwards is found by
rounding to the next time interval limit.
The time window inside which the device clock is synchronized has been agreed with a time
deviation of 1% of the period, with the time involved being the time between the reference
edge of the "integration period end" signal and the reference time of the device clock.
2. Correction the device clock on a minute base
In this procedure, the „integration period end" signal supplies a pulse for correction (setting
or synchronizing) the device clock once or several times a day. If the signal is not received,
the device clock will continue to run with its own inherent accuracy until the signal re-
appears. If the second value is in the range between 0 and 29 when the signal for correction
arrives, then the device clock's second value will be set to "0", without any change to the
higher-order variables (minute, hour, date). If, however, this value is in the range between 30
and 59, then the second value will be set to "0" and the higher-order variables will be set to
the next minute on the rounding-up principle.
3. Correction the device clock daily
In this procedure, the "integration period end" signal supplies a pulse for correcting (setting
or synchronizing) the device clock only once a day. If the signal is not received, the device
lock will continue to run with its own inherent accuracy until the signal reappears. To
preclude malfunctions, a time window can be set (e.g. 22:55 to 23:05), inside which the
device clock will accept the "integration period end" signal at all. Also, the user has to set a
time which sets the device clock when the "integration period end" signal is detected (e.g.
23:00).

Internal tariff table

The internal tariff table can be used to control tariff switchover functions at specified times
of the day. The switching times are here defined by the switching table. For up to 4 different
day types (e.g. workday, Saturday, Sunday, Holiday), different switching tables can be
specified. Also, up to 4 seasons can be defined, with an option for having different switching
tables in each of the seasons concerned. The maximum possible number of switching
tables is thus:
 4-day types * 4 seasons =16 switching tables;
Example of a switching table:
 switching table applies for Season 1 (1 Jan - 31 March).
 within Season 1, the switching table applies on workdays only.
 switching times:
 06:00 T1, M1 active

 22:00 T2, M2 active, etc.
For the "Holiday" day type, the meter incorporates a Holiday table, where a year's fixed and
movable Holidays can be entered. The parameters for the integrated clock can be read off at
the meter's display using a switching number.
Besides tariff control, the integrated clock timer is also used to form the maximum
integration period and the timestamps for the maximum demand, load profile and logbook
(i.e. 10).
Fig. 5. The functionality of the integrated clock

The meter supports an automatic summer/winter time change according to the EU

standard or user-defined.
Furthermore, it’s possible to configure additionally the time of the change (e.g.: from 02:00
to 03:00).
Future/deferred tariff table

The meter can optionally be programmed with a second internal tariff table, which has an
identical structure than the tariff table described in the Internal tariff table chapter.
The future tariff table can be programmed with a fixed date (at 00:00), where the tariff table
will be activated automatically. The tariff table 1 will be overwritten and the internal tariff
control of the meter will only be done by this second tariff table.
Concurrent tariff contracts

The AS3500 offers the possibility of activating 2 concurrent tariff contracts. The Utility can
offer the network provider and the end-customer different tariff models.
Existing tariff structure – only 1 contract
4 seasons
4-day types
1 tariff contract
8 energy tariffs for all 6 measuring quantities

flexible assigned to the different day types
4 demand tariffs for 4 measuring quantities
flexible assigned to the different day types
For every tariff register up to 15 monthly data are provided. The maximum number of tariffs
is defined by 8 energy tariffs.

Concurrent tariff structure – 2 concurrent contracts
4 seasons
4-day types
tariff contract 1 tariff contract 2
4 energy tariffs for 3 measuring quantities 4 energy tariffs for 3 measuring quantities
flexible assigned to the different day types flexible assigned to the different day types
1 demand tariff for 1 measuring quantity 1 demand tariff for 1 measuring quantity
flexible assigned to the different day types flexible assigned to the different day types
Using the concurrent tariff structure (2 different contracts) up to 3 different measuring

quantities (+A, -A,) can be used with 4 energy tariffs for each contract.
For every tariff register up to 15 monthly data are provided.
Example:
Measuring of active energy +A in 2 different contracts. Therefore the attached register will
be used.
Tariff contract 1:
1.8.1 Active energy, +A, tariff 1 of contract 1;
Tariff contract 2:
The register 1.8.0 is the total active energy register and is always the same as the sum of the
4 tariff registers of both contracts.

REMOTE BUDGET METERING AND PREPAYMENT
5 REMOTE BUDGET METERING AND PREPAYMENT

Using the AS3500 meter a budget metering and prepayment functionality can be realized.
Remote budget metering and prepayment control mean that all calculations and all
decisions are made in the central system. The meter only needs to be able to perform
connect/disconnect and arm commands for the disconnect relay and display prepayment
information.
The advantages of remote budget metering and prepayment are:
 all tariff data and billing formulas can be managed and controlled easily at a central
system;
 meters do not need to be very complex;
The AS3500 meter provides up to 8 status register for the end consumer, which can be
displayed on the LCD. For security reason, the display of the register on the LCD are
secured by a 4-digit PIN code (see Enable/disable of customer-specific data on the LCD
section).
The below registers can be displayed and remotely updated by the central system
Class Datatype for the Access

OBIS code Name Description value attribute rights
ID
1-0:94.32.1.0 Prepayment state Indication of the 1 Octet-string RW

prepayment state
1-0:94.32.1.1 Date of latest Date of latest 1 Date RW

synchronization synchronization of
prepayment data
1-0:94.32.1.2 Time of latest Time of latest 1 Time RW

synchronization synchronization of
prepayment data
1-0:94.32.1.3 Available credit Credit available in 1 Double-long- RW

prepayment mode, unsigned
used for consumption,
fixed cost and debt
repayment

REMOTE BUDGET METERING AND PREPAYMENT
Class Datatype for the Access

OBIS code Name Description value attribute rights
ID
1-0:94.32.1.4 Available Credit available in 1 Double-long- RW

emergency credit emergency credit unsigned
mode, used for
consumption, fixed
cost and debt
repayment.
1-0:94.32.1.5 Current debt Debt from 1 Double-long- RW

consumption in unsigned
emergency credit
mode or in limited
supply mode.
1-0:94.32.1.6 Historical debt Debt from previous 1 Double-long- RW

supply contracts. unsigned
1-0:94.32.1.7 Debt repayment The rate at which the 1 Double-long- RW

historical debt is unsigned
repaid.

DISPLAY CONTROL
6 DISPLAY CONTROL
6.1 Display
The meter is fitted with an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) that has the following format:
 LCD size: 59,1 mm x 27,5 mm;
 Digit size: 10,1 mm x 4,9 mm;
The general overview of the display is presented below.
Fig. 6. A general overview of the display
The display symbols are described in the next table.
Symbol Description
Identifier.
Error indicator.
Unit of measuring quantity.
Measuring quantity.

DISPLAY CONTROL
Symbol Description
Energy direction indicator.
Tariff information, etc.
Phase indication.
6.2 Display features

Operating display
The definitions for import and export of energy have been agreed in terms of the load
reference arrow system. For defining the transmission direction of active and reactive
power, the specifications of the load reference arrow system likewise apply. The arrow
system assumes that the power utility's contracting party is importing energy (+A) from the
supply grid.
Display of activated tariff
The tariffs T1 to T8 and M1 to M4 switched on at any one time are continuously displayed.
Also, the following applies:
 Indicator for positive active power.
 Indicator for negative active power.
 Indicator for positive reactive power.
 Indicator for negative reactive power.
In the case of meters with an energy feature, the relevant symbols will flash when the
"electronic reversal disable" is active. The symbols for the measured variable involved have
been switched off if the power is below the device's start-up threshold.

DISPLAY CONTROL
Phase indication
The phase display indicates which phases are energized. The corresponding symbols are
switched off if there is no voltage at the dedicated phase. All active symbols will flash if the
three-phase voltages are not occurring in the sequence L1, L2 and L3.
Identifier and value range
All digits are separated by dots (OBIS separator or decimal point). Time (hour, minute,
second) is separated by colons, date (year, month, day) by the top dots of the colons.
Cursor field
The cursor field contains 10 configurable element positions and provides the assignments
for operationally important status information located under the display. The cursors
become visible when the assigned device status has materialized. In “Parameterization
mode”, all active cursors flash. The following abbreviations can be used under cursor
positions 1 to 10:
T1 – T8 Tariff information for energy, all active registers are declared on the rating plate.
M1 – M4 Tariff information for power, all active registers are declared on the rating plate.
RS The cursor concerned is activated when a voltage leads to a demand reset on the
input terminal assigned, or if the output terminal assigned is exhibiting active
state. The cursor activated will flash for if a reset disable has been activated.
CLK The cursor is continuously lidded when the internal device clock is controlling
the tariff. The cursor will flash if the running reserve of the device clock has
been exhausted and the device clock has not then been set.
TC The cursor is continuously lidded when the tariffs of the meter are controlled via
the communication interface of the meter.
Inp The cursor is continuously lidded when the tariffs of the meter are controlled via
the external control inputs of the meter.
SET The cursor is switched on when the meter is in setting mode.
P Test mode is active (arrow flashing).
Lp Load profile memory has been activated.
R1 Load control relay 1 – ON position (FW10.04).
R2 Load control relay 2 – ON position (FW10.04).

DISPLAY CONTROL
The assignment of functions to the cursor arrows can be parameterized.
Error symbol
This symbol indicates an error or warning of the meter (F.F, F.F.1, F.F.2).
Displaying the tariff of the meter and demand reset sources
The tariff source active at any time, plus the source for the meter's maximum reset, can be
called up into the display via the identifier C.70 as a two-digit numerical value.
The Identifiers involved here are:
 indication of the demand reset source (1st digit)

 "0": no maximum reset;
 "1": control input;
 "3": internal clock;
 "5": external control input;
 "7": internal clock / external control input;
 indication of tariff source (2nd digit)
2nd digit Energy tariff Demand tariff
0 No tariff source No tariff source
1 Control inputs Control inputs
3 Internal clock Internal clock
4 No tariff source Internal clock
5 Control inputs No tariff source
9 Control inputs Internal clock
B Internal clock Control inputs
C No tariff source Control inputs
F Internal clock No tariff source

DISPLAY CONTROL
Back lightened display
The display can optionally be back lightened to be readable under dark reading conditions.
The back lightened display will be activated for 2 minutes by pressing the alternate or the
demand reset push-button.
This feature will be available even if the meter is not connected to the main power.
Optical display scrolling
In case the meter is installed in a meter box, without having direct access for reading the
meter data, the AS3500 meter data can be read on the LCD by using a flashlight, which
should be lightened on the optical sensor of the optical interface.
With this flashlight, the reader has the same functionality as by using the alternate
push-button described in the following chapter.
6.3 Display modes

The following principles apply for display control:
Alternate push-button (or optical sensor – see Note)
 pressing briefly (<2s) switches to the next list value or menu option;
 pressing for longer (2s < t < 5s) either activates the menu options currently being;
 displayed or causes preceding values to be skipped;
 pressing the alternate push-button for longer (>5s) returns user from any display
mode back into the scroll mode (rolling display);
Demand reset push-button
 pressing it for any length of time in operating display mode always causes a reset;
 pressing it for any length of time in setting mode always causes the digit or value
being edited to be accepted;

DISPLAY CONTROL
Further principles:
 the display control and the edit function for settable values are handled using
"single-hand operator control" in conformity with the stipulations of the VDEW -
Specification, i.e. it is not necessary to operate more than one control at any one
time.
 description of the different values on the display in the various display modes can be
parameterized.
 the default status for the display is the operating display. A change from the
operating display to the "Menu [A]-key" (i.e. call or load profile) or to the "Menu [R]-
key" (i.e. setting or high-resolution mode) is possible only through the "display test".
 from a call, load profile, setting or test mode, user jump back into the operating
display through the end-of-list identifier, or automatically if no control is operated
within a defined time of 30 minutes, for example, or if the alternate push-button has
been pressed for longer than 5s.
 the end of a list is designated in the display with the word "End" in the value range.
 since in setting mode values can also be edited via the data interface, the interface
and the operator control functions are mutually (logically) interlocked.
Different operating modes for the display:
 scroll Mode.
 display test.
 call mode "Menu alternate button".

 Standard call mode ("Std-dAtA", displaying all the list's register contents);
 Second call mode ("Abl-dAtA", displaying all the list's register contents);
 Load profile call mode "P.01", displaying load profile values);
 Logfile call mode ("P.98", displaying of logfile data);
 call mode "Menu reset button"

 Setting mode ("SEt", for editing settable variables)
 High-resolution test mode for testing purposes ("tESt", test mode)
Using a flashlight, which should be lightened to the optical interface, the alternate
push-button feature can be used if the meter reader has no direct contact to the meter
NOTE (ex. meter installation inside a sealed box)

DISPLAY CONTROL
6.4 Scroll mode

The operating display is the standard display function. The measured values involved are
displayed in rolling mode, with the data relevant to billing being displayed for a configurable
duration (e.g. 10s). While a measured value is being displayed, then it will not be updated in
the scroll mode.
All billing relevant data of the scroll list can’t be changed without breaking the certification
seal.
Additionally, it is possible to select data of the service list in the scroll mode too. This data
can be changed without breaking the certification seal.
6.5 Display Mode 1 (VDEW mode)

Display test mode
Pressing the alternate push-button (<5s) causes the meter to switch over from rolling
display to display test mode, in which all segments on the display are activated. The display
test mode is retained from approximative 3s after the alternate push-button is released.
During the display test mode, the user can:
 press the alternate push-button to switch to the "A-button menu";
 press the reset key to switch to the "R-button menu";
A-button menu
The first value displayed in the menu list is the single-call menu option entitled "Std-dAtA".
Every time the user is pressing the alternate push-button briefly again, more menu options
as available will be displayed, e.g. the load profile "P.01" or the second alternate list “Abl-
dAtA”. For purposes of menu option selection, the alternate push-button must be held down
for at least 2s.
The fallback scroll mode can be adjusted from 1 minute to 2 hours.
While a measured value is being displayed in this mode, it will be updated in the display
once a second.

DISPLAY CONTROL
Standard mode (Menu Option "Std-dAtA")
The first value displayed in the call list is the Identifier and the content of the function error.
Every time the alternate push-button is pressed again, further data will be displayed. To call
up data more quickly, existing preceding values can be skipped and the value following the
preceding values can be displayed. User can do this by keeping the alternate push-button
pressed down for longer than 2s.
The fallback scroll mode can be adjusted from 1 minute to 2 hours. Extending the time limit
gives the user an option for testing the meter without any software tools since the LED will
flash either for +P, -P, +P/-P or Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, etc., depending on the measured variable
being displayed (active or reactive power consumption).
The final value in the call list is the end-of-list identifier, which is designated in the display's
value range by the word "End".
Second Standard mode (Menu Option "Abl-dAtA")
Furthermore, the meter supports second standard data list (“Abl-dAtA”). The handling of
this list is the same as described in chapter 6.6.2 Standard mode (Menu Option "Abl-dAtA")
The main difference between this two lists is, that the “Abl-dAtA” list can be set without
breaking the certification seal (see chapter 11.2 Formatted commands)
Load profile mode (Menu option „P.01“)
Date selection for the day block

The first value displayed in the list is the date of the most recent available day block in the
load profile. Every time the alternate push-button is pressed briefly (<2s) again, the display
will show the preceding available day in the load profile.
If the alternate push-button is pressed for >2s, then for precise analysis of the day block
selected the day profile will be displayed in increments of the demand integration period,
provided no events have led to the demand integration period being cancelled or shortened.

DISPLAY CONTROL
Load profile values of the selected day

Display of the day block selected begins by showing the oldest load profile values stored on
this day (the value stored at 0.00 h is assigned to the preceding day), beginning with the
lowest OBIS Identifier from left to right (time, Channel 1 value, ... Channel n value). Every
time the alternate push-button is pressed briefly (<2s) again, the next available measured
value for the same demand integration period will be displayed. Once all the period's
measured values have been displayed, they are followed by the data of the next available
demand period.
The last value in the call list is the end-of-list identifier, which is designated in the display's
value range by the word "End" and which appears after the final load profile value of the day
selected. If the alternate push-button is pressed for >2s, the meter will switch back to the
day block previously selected from the date list.
R-button menu
The first value displayed from the menu list is the setting mode menu option, called "SEt".
Every time the alternate push-button is pressed briefly (<2s) again, any other menu options
available will be displayed, e.g. the high-resolution mode for test purpose, called "tESt". To
select a menu option, the alternate push-button must be held down for longer than 2s. The
final value in the call list is the end-of-list identifier, which is designated in the display's
Setting mode (Menu option „Set“)
In the setting mode, settable parameters are entered using the reset push-button and/or
the alternate push-button. The values concerned can likewise be altered through the optical
or electrical interface. While date and time are being set, the Identifier concerned is shown
on the display.
The setting of time and date using the push-button control
To set the meter's date and time, the user has to press the reset push-button during the
display test. The current time will then appear in the display. User presses the alternate
push-button to switch to "Set date", and the reset push-button to enable the user to enter
the time.

DISPLAY CONTROL
For this purpose, the hours must be entered using the alternate push-button and confirmed
with the reset push-button. The user then enters the minutes and seconds. After the user
has confirmed the entry for the seconds, the complete time display will flash, and will not be
accepted until the user has pressed the set push-button. After entering the time, user can
enter the date to the meter in the same way. For all entries, the meter runs a plausibility
check, i.e. only valid values will be accepted.
After data and time have been set, the meter automatically assumes its correct set point
status, i.e. in the case of a clock timer function, the meter will autonomously switch to its
ongoing tariff. For reasons of possible incorrect operation, the reset disable is activated for 1
… 2 minutes at the end of this setting routine, to prevent a reset being triggered accidentally.
By configuration, it’s possible to disable the setting of time and date by using the push- buttons.
The setting of energy/demand tariff source using the push-button control

In the same way as the setting of time and date, the energy and tariff source can be set by
using the alternate and demand reset push-button. The tariff source for energy and
demand tariff can be selected separately.
 internal tariff clock.
 external control inputs.
High-resolution mode for test purposes (Menu option „tESt“)
In the "Test" operating mode, the display will show the same data as in the scroll mode, but
rolling, and with the difference that energy registers are displayed in high resolution. Each time
the alternate push-button is pressed, further data will be displayed. If the alternate push-
button is held down for at least 5s, the meter will automatically switch to the operating display.
Test mode is quit via the following events:
 formatted command;
 24h after activation;
 [A]-button pressed >5s;

DISPLAY CONTROL
6.6 Display Mode 2

Pressing the alternate push-button (<5s) during the scroll mode causes the meter to switch
over from rolling display to display test mode, in which all segments on the display are
activated. The display test mode is retained from approximative 3 seconds after the
alternate push-button is released.
During the display test mode, the user can:
 press the alternate push-button shortly (<2s) to switch to the "Std-data menu"
 press the alternate push-button long (>5s) to switch to the "Abl-data menu"
Standard mode (Menu Option "Std-dAtA")

The first value displayed in the call list is the Identifier and the content of the function error.
Every time the alternate push-button is pressed again, further data will be displayed. To call
up data more quickly, existing preceding values can be skipped and the value following the
preceding values can be displayed. The user can do this by keeping the alternate push-
button pressed down for longer than 2 s.
The fallback scroll mode can be adjusted from 1 minute to 2 hours. Extending the time limit
gives the user an option for testing the meter without any software tools since the LED will
flash either for +P, -P, +P/-P or Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, etc., depending on the measured variable
being displayed (active or reactive power consumption).
Standard mode (Menu Option "Abl-dAtA")

The meter supports second standard data list (“Abl-dAtA”). The main difference between
these two lists is that the “Abl-dAtA” list can be set without breaking the certification seal
(see chapter 11.2 Formatted commands).

DISPLAY CONTROL
6.7 Flow chart of different display modes
Fig. 7. Changes of different display modes

DISPLAY CONTROL
Fig. 8. A – button menu

DISPLAY CONTROL
Fig. 9. Single call display

DISPLAY CONTROL
Fig. 10. Load profile display

DISPLAY CONTROL
Fig. 11. R – button menu

DISPLAY CONTROL
Fig. 12. Display Mode 2 (see chapter 6.6 Display Mode 2)

DEMAND RESET
7 DEMAND RESET
The demand reset of all energy/demand register can be executed by:
 the secured and lead-sealable demand reset push-button;
 an external electrical signal;
 an internal signal from the integrated clock;
 a demand reset request through one of the data interfaces;
The demand reset of the meter possesses the following characteristics:
1. A demand reset by pressing the reset push-button can be performed in the scroll
mode or the alternate mode ([A]-mode).
2. At every demand reset, a reset disable is activated, i.e. the "R” symbol in the display will
flash). The demand reset disable time can be parameterized from 1 minute to 4,5 hours.
Disable times for a new demand reset by triggering a

1 2 3 4 5
reset through...
1 ... button t1 0 0 0 0
2 ... interfaces (optical, electrical) 0 t1 0 0 0
3 ... external control 0 0 t1 t1 t1
4 ... internal device clock of the internal integration period sensor 0 0 t1 t1 t1
3. A demand reset executed through an appropriate control input is operative only if the
demand reset disable time is not active.
4. The demand reset disable is cancelled by an all-pole power failure.
5. If during an activated demand reset disable another reset is executed through the
optical or electrical data interface, then on the display all segments will be made to
show the letter “E” to indicate an incorrect operation.
6. The demand reset counting mechanism can run either from 0 ... 99 or from 1 ... 12, to
correspond to the months of a year. The number of the reset counting mechanism
simultaneously serves as an auxiliary identifier for the preceding values. During the
register reading list, the symbol “&“ or „*“ displays whether the demand reset was
activated by pressing the push-button or another medium (internal clock, formatted
command, control input).

DEMAND RESET
1-1:1.2.1 0.134 kW
1-1:1.2.1*05 0.230 kW Demand reset activation by internal clock or external input.
1-1:1.2.1&04 0.212 kW Demand reset activation by push-button.
By use of the modulo 12 counter, the number of the counter refers to the month
NOTE
7. The counting of the historical data reset is counting with the highest reset counter at
first (see item 6). Optionally the meter can be programmed, that “*1 is always the last
demand reset. If there is the next reset, *1 value goes to *2 and so on.
8. Resetting via the data interface is protected by a password, and acts on both all
demand and energy tariffs.
9. The performance of a demand reset by the demand reset push-button of one of the
interfaces will be always done directly. Only by using an external demand reset input
the demand reset can be delayed, if it is configured.
10. During the test mode, every demand reset will be performed directly.
11. A demand reset can be carried out on a daily, monthly or yearly base (at 00:00).
12. A demand reset can be carried automatically after a season change (00:00).
13. After power-up, the AS3500 meter checks whether an automatic demand reset has to
be executed during the power outage time. In that case, the demand reset lockout
time will not be started
14. Optionally it is possible to configure the meter in that way, that only one demand reset
during one month is accepted by the meter
15. Up to 3 automatic demand reset in one month can be programmed.
16. The 3 highest demand values per year can be calculated at 31.12. of the year.

MEASUREMENT VALUE ACQUISITION
8 MEASUREMENT VALUE ACQUISITION
8.1 Measurement module

The measuring module comprises for the direct connected meter a shunt for the current
transformation and a voltage divider plus a highly integrated customized circuit (ASIC).
The analogue measured variables obtained are digitized in the ASIC and fed to a
downstream digital signal processor, which uses them to compute the active or reactive
powers plus the corresponding energies, and forwards energy-proportional pulses to the
tariff module. By using both digital multiplication and integration, significant advantages
can be achieved in terms of measuring stability and flexibility.
The scanning frequency has been selected to ensure that the electrical energy contained in
the harmonics is acquired with the specified class accuracy.
Fig. 13. Functional schematics of the AS3500 meter

8.2 Measurement principle

The basic hardware of the meter can be used to acquire the following measured variables:
 active energy or demand (+P);
 active energy or demand (-P);
 reactive energy or demand (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4 individually or in combination);
 apparent energy or demand (+S, -S);
Active demand and energy calculation

The active power is obtained by multiplying the current and voltage values in accordance
with equation (1):
p(t) = u(t) * i(t) (1)
The total system power is the sum of the phase powers (Ferraris principle):
P = P1 + P2 + P3
Reactive demand and energy calculation – phase shift method

The AS3500 reactive energy measurement is implemented according to the 90° phase shift
between voltage and current and the following multiplication of voltage and current in
accordance with equation (1).
The total system power is the sum of the phase powers:
Q= Q1 + Q2 + Q3
Apparent demand and energy calculation

The apparent demand calculation is implemented according to the attached calculation,
which is done every second.
𝐒 = √𝐏 𝟐 + 𝐐𝟐

Theft-resistant method (always run positive)

The AS3500 can be ordered with an optional theft-resistant measurement that records
negative energy flow as positive energy flow on a phase by phase basis. This feature can be
used to discourage power theft or minimize the effects of improper meter wiring. The
following equation shows how the total active power is calculated using theft-resistant
measurement.
P = |P1| + |P2| + |P3|
The theft-resistant measurement applies to the registration of active energy only. Therefore,
reactive and apparent energy registers are calculated and signed normally. Instrumentation
values, including active energy +P and –P, are also signed normally. Therefore,
instrumentation can be used to investigate the meter service wiring, while the theft-
resistant measurement guarantees that active energy is properly registered.
Operation of the LCD energy direction indicators is modified by the theft-resistant

measurement. With the theft-resistant option, the –P arrow is not used. The +P arrow
signals all positive or negative active energy flow.
The following figures show how the energy direction indicators appear for negative active
and reactive power when using standard measurement and theft-resistant measurement.
Standard active energy measurement Theft-resistant measurement
Measurement without reverse run lock

The standard measurement of the AS3500 meter is implemented with a reverse run lock for
every measuring quantity, therefore, a register cannot run backwards.
Optional the AS3500 meter provides a measurement without a reverse run lock. In that case
the register the three-phase register for +A or -A energy can be decremented if the three-
phase energy direction flow is changing.
The following features are supported:
 the measurement is supported only for the +A or -A register;
 in case of negative values of the register, the value will be subtracted by 9.999.999;
 with the register without reverse run lock a demand and load profiling is possible;

CALIBRATION AND TEST
9 CALIBRATION AND TEST
9.1 Calibration
The AS3500 meter has been adjusted in the factory, with the calibration constants matched
to the software concerned. Subsequent calibration by the customer is not required.
9.2 Certification of the meter

Detailed information regarding the meter certification are described in the document
„Regeln für die eichtechnische Prüfung des elektronischen alpha Zählers AS3500/A1500“,
1KGL 921530 V004.
9.3 Manufacturer-specific test mode

By sending a formatted command through the optical interface, the meter can be put into a
special test mode, for reducing the test duration’s involved.
In this test mode, the following parameters can be selected:

 automatic increase in the decimal places for energy values to 3, 4;
 increase in the LED's flashing frequency (imp/kWh);
 increase the flashing frequency (imp/kWh) of the pulse outputs;
assignment of measured variables (+P, -P, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) to the LED (this feature is
necessary for testing the reactive energy measurement);
 selection of desired energy (T1 - T4) or demand tariff (M1 - M4);
If the user is switching over to call mode during the test mode, the identifier selected and
the corresponding measured value will remain on the display until a new call is made or the
power supply is interrupted. The measured-value display is continually updated.
The test mode can be quit via the following events:

 formatted command;
 24 hours after activation;
 pressing the [A]-button > 5s;

CALIBRATION AND TEST
9.4 Simplified test mode

For a simple function test routine not requiring any special software tools, the user can use
the following function: if the user is selecting a power or energy value in the display, the LED
will flash either in accordance with (+P/-P) or in accordance with the reactive power (Q1, Q2,
Q3, Q4). This makes it relatively easy to detect which value is being measured. The
maximum retention time of the display value can be set by the customer.
If the user presses the parameterization key before this test, then the display values
selected will be retained in the display.
9.5 Simple creep and anti-creep test

The shortened creep and anti-creep test can be shown on the LC display or the shared LED.
Display
Arrow in display "ON": meter starts measuring;
Arrow in display "OFF": no energy is being measured. This applies for all 4 possible
energy types (+P, -P, +Q, -Q);
LED
The "Standstill" function and "energy-proportional pulse output" are indicated for each
energy type by a shared LED. "Standstill" is signalled by a steady-light at the LED. Energy-
proportional pulses occur as optical "momentary pulses", with a duration in the 80 ms
range.
9.6 Manual test mode

The test mode is called up using the meter's reset push-button. In this mode, all energy
registers are "high-resolution". The resolution of the first digit of the energy register viewed
from the right corresponds at least to the resolution of the optical test output.
9.7 Checksum display

By configuration, it is possible to display a checksum overall setting and parameterization
classes of the meter. With that 8 digit numbers are very easy for the customer to proof, if the
meters have an identical parameterization.

LOAD PROFILE
10 LOAD PROFILE
By using the internal load profile storage the actual demand or energy over a selectable
period (1 ... 60 minutes) can be stored. At the end of the storage capacity, the oldest value of
the load profile will be overwritten by the actual one.
With the load profile memory approved by the PTB, load profile memory contents are
interrogated and output in conformity with the VDEW requirements. The contents of the
output data records are formatted in terms of their data structure in conformity with EN
62056-61.
The load profile memory possesses the following characteristics:
 number of channels: 1-8;
 measuring quantities: +P, -P, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, +Q, -Q, +S, -S;
 interval 1 … 60 minutes, the demand and load profile

interval can be configured separately;
 memory depth: small load profile storage;
 > 100 days for 1 channel (15 minutes period) large load profile;
 > 600 days for 1 channel (15 minutes period);
The size of the load profile storage decreases with the number of channels
NOTE
The following types of measuring values can be stored in the load profile storage:
 demand values per period.
 energy values per period.
 energy Register every period.

LOAD PROFILE
10.1 Features of the load profile storage

 Load profiles are read out using the formatted "R5" command, which causes a load
profile formatted with OBIS to be output. The reply generated by the meter here is
given as a self-sufficient telegram.
 Recorded profiles can be deleted using the "W5 " command defined to supplement
DIN EN 62056-21.
Erasing the load profile memory will automatically erase the logfile.
ATTENTION
 If the meter does not support the OBIS Identifier requested, it will return this as an
echo response. The part contained in the reply telegram between the two brackets
(which function as separators) is omitted completely.
 If in conjunction with the load profile readout there is no entry in the inquiry for the
OBIS identifier of a measured value, the meter will respond with all available
measured values in its profile.
 If the meter does not incorporate an internal device clock, then the following data will
be output instead of the timestamp:
 for the date of the string: "999999" (OBIS Format: D6);
 for the time of the string: "999999" (OBIS Format: Z6);
 The telegram formed as the reply corresponds to the form specified in OBIS. It
contains in the "Address" field of the first data record the OBIS Identifier of the first
load profile excerpt of the reply. This is followed, in accordance with the definition
specified in OBIS, by a header-specific number of bracketed additional values, to
which are appended the likewise bracketed elements of the load profile excerpt.
 If in the interval specified there is more than one section of the load profile, then a
new header will be inserted for each such section. The formation of new profile
headers during load profile transfer is explained with the events and status changes
coded in the first 8 bits (Bits 7 to 0) of the profile status word. The timestamp in the
header it is not assigned to the transactions, but assign to the formation of the first
profile value.
 The overall length of the telegram answered will depend on the size of the interval
desired. The timestamps in the reply telegram are of the "ZSTs13" type. The output of
the telegram's data always begins with the oldest interrogated value.
 If the order includes a request for a time range for which there are no entries, the
meter will respond with "P.01 (ERROR)”.
 If the order requests an identifier which the meter does not support, the meter will
merely supply the values for the Identifier it does know.

LOAD PROFILE
Description of load profile in the data telegram
KZ (ZSTs13) (S) (RP) (z) (KZ1)(E1)…(KZz)(Ez) Mw1 … Mwz
<- header of load profile entry -> <- Measured value of load profile ->
 KZ - OBIS Identifier "P.01";
 ZSTs13 - timestamp of the oldest measured value;
 S - profile status word;
Bit Significance
b7 Power failure.
b6 Power recovery and change of meter configuration.
b5 Change of time/date.
b4 Demand reset and 1- or 2 phase power outages.
b3 Seasonal switchover (summer/winter time) and reverse run detection.
b2 Measure value disturbed.
b1 Running reserve exhausted.
b0 Fatal device error.
* RP Demand integration period in minutes.
*z Number of different measured values in one demand integration period.
* KZn Identifier of the measured values (without tariff particulars or preceding

value Identifier).
* E1 Units of measured values.
* Mwn Measured values.

LOAD PROFILE
 The status bit „b6“ can be used in 2 different configurable applications.
NOTE  Bit „b6“ is active after power-up and;

 Bit „b6“ is active after the change of the meter configuration;
 The status bit „b4“ can be used for 2 different configurable applications.
 Bit „b4“ is active after a demand reset and;
 Bit „b4“ is active after a 1- or 2ph power outage;
 The status bit „b3“ can be used for 2 different configurable applications.
 Bit „b3“ is active after summer/winter time change and;
 Bit „b3“ is active after a reverse run detection;
 A status entry will be generated in case one of the status bits going from “0” to
“1” as well as “1” to “0” (FW10.04).
10.2 Load profile readout using R5 / R6 commands
OBIS Parameters required

Identifier
Order (the brackets are separators in Remarks
Template:
GG.AA conformity with DIN EN 62056-21)
P.01 Readout of the load profile 1) If the user wants all the
completely available in the meter (;) measured values of the
Readout of
load profile to be read,
load profile
then "KZn" Identifier
are omitted.
P.01 Complete readout of the measured 2) The semicolon must also

values with the OBIS Identifier be transferred, as a special
"KZ1...n)" separator.
(;)(KZ1) .. (KZn)
P.01 Readout of all measured values on 3) The timestamp before

an interval: the semicolon displays
(ZSTs11 ; ZSTs11) the beginning of the
interval for readout

LOAD PROFILE

Identifier
Template:
P.01 Readout of the measured values with 4) The timestamp behind the
the OBIS Identifier "KZ(1..n)" in an semicolon displays the end
interval: of the interval for readout.
(ZSTs11 ; ZSTs11)(KZ1) .. (KZn)
P.01 Readout of all measured values from 5) Both timestamps are

the beginning of load profile located inside the interval
recording in the meter up to the end limit.
time.
(;ZSTs11)
P.01 Readout of the measured values with 6) If a timestamp is omitted,

the OBIS Identifier "KZ(1..n)" from the the beginning or the end of
beginning of load profile recording in the load profile record in the
the meter up to an end time meter will be used as the
(;ZSTs11)(KZ1) .. (KZn) interval limit.
P.01 Readout of all measured values from 7) The sequence of the

a starting point to the end of the values output by the meter
record in the meter: need not correspond to the
(ZSTs11;) sequence in the request
telegram.
P.01 Readout of the measured values with

the OBIS-Identifier "KZ(1..n)" from a
starting time to the end of the record
in the meter:
(ZSTs11;)(KZ1) ... (KZn)
The use of the R6-command for reading load profile data is optimized for remote metering.
The advantage of that command is:
 Segmentation of data block.
 Data security of every segment.
 An automatic repeat of disturbed segments.

SETTING PARAMETERS
11 SETTING PARAMETERS
The setting parameters can be changed by the optical or electrical interface without
breaking the certification seal. They are protected by:
 password;
 pressing the reset push-button in the “SET-“mode of the meter (optional);
 removal of the terminal cover (optional);
11.1 Configuration parameters

The following parameters can be changed using the alphaSET tool. Therefore first the meter
configuration has to be readout.
 Duration of demand reset lockout time.
 Inputs for the integrated clock timer:

 switching times;
 special days, holidays;
 season or summer/winter changeover;
 Activation of tariff switchover by:

 internal clock;
 external tariff terminals;
 Activation of maximum demand reset by:

 internal clock;
 external tariff terminals;
 Display control:
 scroll time for the operating display;
 maximum dwell duration of value on the display;
 all parameters of second display data list “Abl-dAtA”;
 The reference time for external time correction via the control input with the
associated time window.
 Power utility password.
 Property number.
 Meter address and meter identification in conformity with EN 62056-21.
 Communication baud rate:

 for the optical interface;
 for electrical interfaces;

SETTING PARAMETERS
 Activation of setting mode:

 through password protection;
 through password protection and push-button control;
 The threshold for overload control.
 Passwords:
 for setting mode via data interface;
 for OBIS write commands ("W5" commands);
 The time base of the meter:

 line frequency or internal oscillator
 Instantaneous measurement of network parameters (current, voltage, ..):

 enable disable parameters;
 assignment to service list;
 Profile of instantaneous measurement:

 enable disable parameters;
 readout options;
11.2 Formatted commands

The following commands can be sent to the meter using the optical or electrical interface of
the meter without breaking any seal of the meter:
 Set/read time and date.
 Set commands:
 read/set pulse constants;
 set outputs;
 set active energy tariff;
 set active demand tariff;
 read/set display PIN code;
 Read/write of Prepayment register:

 Read/write of up to 8 identification registers;
 Read/write of PQ data:
 Read/write upper/lower PQ thresholds;
 Read/Write PQ interval;
 Read/Write power outage detection interval;

SETTING PARAMETERS
 Reset commands:
 demand reset;
 reset of meter error state;
 reset of power quality monitoring;
 reset power quality supervision counter;
 reset power loss counter;
 reset terminal opening counter;
 Read/write of Prepayment register:

 Read/write of up to 8 identification registers;

INPUTS / OUTPUTS
12 INPUTS / OUTPUTS
12.1 Communication interfaces

Different interfaces like optical or electrical interfaces (CLO, RS485) are available for
reading or configuring the meter. Using one of these interfaces the meter can be read out
by a handheld unit or PC in combination with an optical probe or by connection the meter to
a modem for AMI purposes.
The data protocol is implemented according to mode A, B, C or Mode D of the EN 62056-21

standard. The communication baud rates are configurable. The meter can communicate
only via one interface at the same time, in other cases the communication is interrupted.
Optical interface
Electrical characteristics: as per EN 62056-21;
Protocol: as per EN 62056-21;
Baud rate: maximum 9600 baud;
CL0-interface
Electrical characteristics: DIN 66348;
Protocol: as per EN 62056-21;
Baud rate: maximum 19200 Baud;
Number of meters in one loop: maximum 4 units;
 connector 23 RX + 20mA interface +;
 connector 24 RX - 20mA interface -;
Fig. 14. Connection of AS3500 to a modem using the CL0 interface

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RS485 interface
Electrical characteristics: terminals brought out: RT+ (Data+), RT- (Data-)
Protocol: as per EN 62056-21
Baud rate: maximum 19200 baud
Terminating resistor: the bus has to be terminated with 100 Ω.
By using the RS485 interface up to 32 meters can be connected with a line length of
1000 m. The used protocol corresponds to EN 62056-21. In that case, the IEC meter
address should be used for reading the meters. In the following figure describes the way to
use the RS485 interface in combination with different meter types.
Two-wire connection (terminals)
 connector 28 RS485, RT- (Data-);
 connector 27 RS485, RT+ (Data+);
The RS485 bus has to be terminated (active) at modem side. On all Honeywell modems, this
is already realized internally.
Fig. 15. Connection of AS3500 to a modem using the RS485 interface

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Use without baud rate changeover

To provide for the use of simple telephone modems, the user has the option for specifying
the baud rate of the opening sequence (under DIN EN 62056-21 this is 300 baud) by
configuring it to a different value in the range of 300 ... 19.200 baud. The opening sequence
is performed with the parameterized baud rate, but the baud rate switchover between the
two communication partners (meter and HHU or telephone modem) is not executed.
Data readout lists

The meter data can be readout both via the optical interface and via the electrical interface.
Note that there is an option for defining different readout lists for the optical and the
electrical interfaces.
12.2 Control inputs

The meter provides up to 2 control inputs. The assignment of the control input to the
corresponding functions is user-configurable.
 energy tariff T1-T2;
 maximum demand tariff M1-M2;
 maximum demand, temporary;
 maximum demand reset;
 integration period synchronization;
Electrical characteristics:
 OFF at ≤ 40V;
 ON at ≥ 60V;
 ON delay, typically 8 ms;

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12.3 Electronic outputs

The AS3500 meter provides up to 3 electronic S0 outputs acc. DIN 43864 and up to 2
electronic 230V, 100mA outputs placed on the man PCB of the meter. Additionally, up to 4
outputs can be supported on an option board, which can be connected to the main voltage
(230V, maximum 100mA).
The electronic outputs can be used as control outputs ( see chapter 12.3.1 Electronic
control outputs) or as pulse outputs (see chapter 12.3.2 Electronic pulse outputs).
Electronic control outputs

The assignment of the control outputs is user-configurable:
 energy tariff T1-T4 information;
 maximum demand tariff M1-M4 information;
 alarm indication;
 end of the interval;
 overload conditions;
 power outage (single or 3-phase);
 reverse run detection of 1 or 2 phases;
Electronic pulse outputs

The assignment of the pulse outputs to the individual measured variables is user-
configurable:
 active energy +A (import);
 active energy -A (export);
 reactive energy R1;
 combinations of measured variables, such as +R=R1+R2;

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Fig. 16. Inputs and outputs of the AS3500 meter.
1. Up to 4 outputs (S0 or connected to 230V) and up to 2 control inputs (230V),
Supported on an additional option board;
2. Up to 2 control inputs or 1 output (S0 or connected to 230V);
3. Up to 3 S0 outputs and comms interface;
12.4 Mechanical relay outputs

With an additional optional board can be supported, which provides up to 2 mechanical
relays (up to 4A). The assignment of the control outputs is user-configurable:
 energy tariff T1-T4 information;
 maximum demand tariff M1-M4 information;
 alarm indication;
 end of the interval;
 overload conditions;
 power outage (single or 3-phase);
 reverse run detection of 1- or 2 phases;
Additionally, the relays can be controlled using the internal clock of the meter or a formatted
command by one of the meter interfaces.

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12.5 Overload Control

With the AS3500 it is possible to use a control output for load control opportunities. After
exceeding a predefined threshold an output contact can be closed (opened).
The number of overload exceeds can be counted and/or stored in a logfile. The user can
define 2 different thresholds for up to 2 control outputs.
1. The format of the selectable overload threshold and the demand are the same.
2. At the begin of the period, the output contact will be opened (closed).
3. The output contact will be closed (opened) under the following conditions:
P15 > Pthreshold
P15 : actual 15min demand ( P15 = P * t / tp);
Pthreshold: overload threshold;
tp: demand period (15min);
t: actual time of the 15min demand period;
4. Example:
 nominal voltage: 3x230/400V;
 current: 6A;
 overload threshold: 0,5kW;
t = (Pthreshold / P) * 15min = 0.5/(3*230*6)*15min = 01:49 (mm:ss)
00:00 15:00 30:00

01:49 16:49

COMMUNICATION MODULE
13 COMMUNICATION MODULE
For Smart Metering or Commercial and Industrial applications, a communication module
will fit into a designated place on top of the AS3500 meter.
AM122
GSM/GPRS or LTE interface
AM322
Ethernet interface (coming soon)
AM540
PLC/OFDM and wired M-Bus interface
Fig. 17. AS3500 meter with integrated communication modules
The interface between the meter and the communication module provides the following
feature set:
 a connection to 230V for separate power supply of the module;
 isolated communication interface to read the AS3500 meter data (Rx, Tx). The used
protocol is based on EN 62056-2;
 2 terminals are provided by the meter in case a wired M-Bus communication is used;
 customer interface using an RJ11 connector on the right side of the meter terminal cover
(optional);

COMMUNICATION MODULE
With this solution different communication module are supported:
 AM122: GSM/GPRS or LTE module with an optional wired M-Bus interface;
 AM322: Ethernet-based module with an optional wired M-Bus interface;
 AM540: G3-PLC module, which uses OFDM physical layer and the DLMS/COSEM
protocol with an optional wired M-Bus interface.
More details can be found in the specific user guides of the communication modules.

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14.1 Error messages

The AS3500 electronic meter regularly executes self-test routines running in the
background. These are used to test all important parts for proper functioning.
If there is a malfunction or an operator error, the error messages and/or diagnostic alarms
on the display will output a detailed error Identifier, which can be evaluated via the optical or
electrical interfaces. It can contain one or more error messages.
There is also an option for displaying the error message in conformity with the OBIS
Identifier Number system (Identifier "F.F"). Up to 4 groups of errors are supported. The
significance of the individual bits in each group can be selected on a manufacturer-specific
base. In the AS3500 meter, the following specifications for fatal errors apply, beginning
from the left:
If any error condition (F.F, F.F.1, F.F.2) will occur, an alarm indicator on the LCD will be
activated (see chapter 6.1 Display).
Certification relevant alarms

Error identification with OBIS Identifier F.F
If an error of this kind occurs, the meter's certification will be cancelled, and the display will
be frozen ("F.F * * * * * * * * "). The error identifier can also be read out through the electrical
or optical interface.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 RTC CRC error;

1 load profile/logbook initialization error;
1 checksum error of parameterization class;
2 checksum error of billing data;
4 checksum of ELSTER parameterization class;
1 front cover removal detection (configurable);
1 I2C-Bus-error;
2 communication error with large load profile storage;
x reserved or not used;

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Non-Certification relevant alarms

Error identification with OBIS Identifier F.F.1
If an alarm of this kind occurs, the display will be frozen ("F.F.1 * * * * * * * * "). An alarm of this
kind can likewise be read out through the electrical or optical interface.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 communication module/corner cover removal (FW10.04);

1 power quality profile initialization error;
1 non-fatal checksum error of setting class;
1 terminal cover removal detection;
2 front cover removal detection;
1 magnetic field detection;
1 internal battery empty;
2 external battery empty;
1 loss of time and date;
Diagnostic messages
If a diagnostic message of this type occurs, it is output on the display in a rolling depiction
with "F.F.2 * * * * * * * * ". A diagnostic message of this kind can likewise be read out through
the electrical or optical interface.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 one or more phase voltages missing;

2 rotation field wrong;
3 configurable event 1 active;
4 configurable event 2 active;
1 one time communication error between meter
microprocessor and meter chip;
2 no-load condition detected in phase 1;
1 reverse run detection (1- or 2-phases);
2 reverse power detection;
4 tan (φ) Q1 overload detected;
8 tan (φ) Q4 overload detected;
1 not used;
1 load profile/logbook stopped;
1 demand overload threshold 1 exceed;
2 demand overload threshold 2 exceed;
4 power quality control threshold active;

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If a diagnostic message of this type occurs, it is output with "F.F.3 * * * * * * * * ". A diagnostic
message of this kind can likewise be read out through the electrical or optical interface.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 power quality monitoring value 1 – underflow;

2 power quality monitoring value 1 – overflow;
14.2 Terminal cover removal detection

Every terminal cover removal will be detected by the meter with the following actions:
 logfile entry with time and date stamp;
 an alarm indicator will be activated (alarm indicator will be activated after every
detected warning or error, F.F, F.F.1, F.F.2);
 the error code F.F.1 00010000 will be set;
 this feature is available during a power outage (detection with time and date stamp
after next power-up);
 the start date and time of the terminal cover removal detection will be stored
together with the end date and time of the event. It can be read out using the register
data list. The format will be: C.77.8 (start date and time; end date and time);
 incrementing a terminal cover removal counter with every detection;
 the event can have up to 10 historical values;

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 the counter (0 ... 99) and the error message will be reset by “Formatted commands”:
 counter reset;
 register reset;
 demand reset;
 the terminal cover opening alarm on the LCD (F.F.1 00010000) will be reset
automatically after a register data readout;
automatically if during the last 2 demand resets no additional opening occurred;
automatically in case the terminal cover is mounted again (10.04 and 10.05);
14.3 Front cover removal detection

Every terminal cover removal will be detected by the meter with the following actions:
 logfile entry with time and date stamp;
 an alarm indicator will be activated (alarm indicator will be activated after every
detected warning or error, F.F, F.F.1, F.F.2);
 this feature is available during the power outages (detection with time and date
stamp after next power-up);
 the start date and time of the front cover removal detection will be stored together
with the end date and time of the event. It can be read out using the register data list.
The format will be: C.77.7 (start date and time; end date and time);
 the event can have up to 10 historical values;
 incrementing a terminal cover removal counter with every detection;
 the error message will be reset by a register reset;

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14.4 Magnetic field detection

The design of the AS3500 is very robust regarding magnetic tampering. By using shunts
instead of current transformers the meter cannot be influenced by huge magnets.
Additionally, the meter offers magnetic field detection. In case of such a tamper issue the
event is stored with time and date as described below:
 only events with a duration longer than 1 minute will be registered;
 an alarm indicator will be activated directly;
 this feature is not available during a power outage;
 start and end of a magnetic field detection with time and date stamp;
 the error message will be reset by a register reset;
14.5 Communications module/corner cover removal detection-optional

(FW 10.04 )
In case the communication module/corner cover is removed or doesn’t work correctly this
event will be recorded (FW 10.04).
 logfile entry with time and date stamp in case no communication between meter and
module happens (configurable timeout);
The same log Bit will be used for this event as well as for the terminal cover removal
detection.
NOTE
 after power up the detection will be activated after 1min;
 the logfile event Bit, as well as the F.F.1, will be cleared by using the “Reset error
status;

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14.6 Basic logfile

Characteristic of the logfile
Below events can be recorded in the logfile with the actual time and date stamp:
 power outage (3-phase and/or per phase);
 power up (3-phase and/or per phase);
 change of time and date;
 malfunction of the meter;
 demand reset;
 reset of load profile/logfile;
 energy or demand tariff change;
 loss of time and date;
 change of meter configuration;
 detection of module /corner cover removal (FW 10.04);
 detection of terminal cover removal;
 detection of front cover removal;
 reverse run detection in 1- or 2 phases;
 magnetic field detection;
 with every single or 3-phase power outage the total active energy register is stored in
the logfile;
Certified logfile
The logfile of the meter can be used as a „certified logfile“. It is not possible to delete the
logfile without breaking the certification seal. Therefore it is allowed to change the meter
LED and pulse output constants under the following conditions:
 the indication of the pulse constant should be displayed on the LCD;
 the change of the pulse constant is done by formatted command;
 every change of the pulse constants will be registered in the logfile with;
 time and date stamp: identifier, previous constant, new constant;
 the logfile can only be erased by breaking the certification seal;
 the load profile storage has the same size as the load profile storage;

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Logfile format
The operating logbook entries of the meter can be read out in accordance with the load
profile procedure:
 the operating logfile is treated as a load profile. The Identifier "P.98" designates the
operating logbook of the VDEW Specification meter.
 the operating logfile is read out using the "R5" formatted commands, which are
specified as follows to supplement DIN EN 62056-21: The "R5" command causes a
load profile formatted with OBIS to be output. The answer generated by the meter in
response is given as a self-sufficient telegram.
 erasure of the operating logfile is performed using the "W5" command defined to
supplement DIN EN 62056-21. Erasing the logfile automatically causes the load
profile memory to be erased.
 if a time range is requested in the order, but there are no entries for it, the meter will
respond with "P.98 (ERROR)”.
 the status word describes the event or the status change which has led to the event
in the logbook. In the status bit, however, more than one status bit can be set to "1".
Which event entails which element information is defined in the next section.
Description of a logfile in the data telegram
KZ (ZSTs13) (S) () (z) (KZ1) … (KZz) (Element1) … (ElementZ)
<- header of load profile entry -> <- content of the logfile ->
 KZ - OBIS Identifier “P.98”;
 ZSTs13 - timestamp of logbook entry;
 S - profile status word, whose change occurred at the time ZSTs13;
 () - corresponds to "RP" with load profiles, not required here;
 z - number of elements in a logfile entry; if no element is required, the bracket

content is set to "0";
 KZ1 - identifier of the element "(Element1)" in the logfile entry;

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Readout modes of the logfile by using R5 / R6 - commands

The orders listed below can be sent to the meter:

Identifier
Template:
Readout of P.98 Readout of the operating logbook 1) The semicolon must

operating completely available in the meter be transferred, as a special
logbook (;) separator.
P.98 Readout of an interval: The timestamp before

(ZSTs11 ; ZSTs11) the semicolon designates
the begin of the readout
interval.
P.98 Readout from the beginning of the The timestamp behind the
logbook record in the meter up to an semicolon designates the
end time end of the interval for
(;ZSTs11) readout.
P.98 Readout from a starting time up to Both timestamps are

the end of the record in the meter: inside the interval limits. If a
(ZSTs11;) timestamp is omitted, then
the begin or the end of the
logbook record in the meter
will be used as the interval
limit.

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14.7 Standard register data list

In addition to the logfile, the following events, errors or operating malfunctions can be
outputted in the AS3500 in the normal readout mode, using the appropriate OBIS Identifier.
All the parameters can be assigned to one of the two data readout lists (see Standard data
readout list and Service list – second data readout list).
 number of the total duration of all power failures;
 number of power failures per phase;
 beginning and end of the last interruption in power supply;
 number of communication processes;
 number of maximum resets;
 date and time of the last maximum reset;
 number of mains power failures;
 date of the last parameterization;
 error messages;
 status information (wrong rotation field, power outage, etc., see chapter
14.10 Display of meter status information);
The following last 10 events can be displayed in the register data list:
 Start and end of 3-phase power outage + counter:

 OBIS ID: 96.77*vv - last 10 events with time and date stamp;
 OBIS ID: 96.77 - counter of a three-phase power outage;
 Start and end of the power outage in phase L1 + counter:
 OBIS ID: 96.77.1*vv - last 10 events with time and date stamp;
 OBIS ID: 96.77.1 - counter of power outage L1;

 Start and end of wrong rotation field + counter:
 OBIS ID: 96.73 - counter of rotation field detection;

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 Start and end of reverse energy flow + counter:

 OBIS ID: 96.74 - counter of reverse run detection;
 Start and end of a magnetic field detection + counter:
 OBIS ID: 96.78 - counter of magnetic field detection;
 Start and end of the front cover opening detection + counter:

 OBIS ID: 96.72 - counter of front cover opening detection;
 Start and end of terminal cover detection + counter:

 OBIS ID: 96.71 - counter of terminal cover opening detection;
 Start and end of the event “phase 1 without load” + counter:

 OBIS ID: 96.92 - counter of phase 1 without load);

 OBIS ID: 96.93 - counter of phase 2 without load;

 OBIS ID: 96.94 - counter of phase 3 without load);
14.8 Data integrity

In designing the AS3500, special attention has been paid to measuring stability and the
integrity of the billing data acquired. The extensive integrity concept is based on several
different components. Crucial parts of the hardware are in a redundant design. Billing data
are, for example, filed in an EEPROM and also held in a buffered RAM. This means the
integrity of these data can be cross-checked. In the software, checksums are regularly
formed for crucial billing and parameterization data. Any malfunction is immediately
indicated on the display with an informative error message. There is also an option for
closing a forwarding contact if a malfunction occurs. Data are saved automatically in the
EEPROM:
 during an all-pole power failure;
 after a tariff or maximum switchover;

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 or at the latest every 24 h;
14.9 Meter reprogramming protection

Password protection
The AS3500 meter possesses different security levels.
 password for all parameter changes;
 selectable IEC address for electrical and optical communication (only by sending the
IEC address a successful communication can be achieved;
 hardware protection by using the demand reset push-button or terminal cover

removal;
 hardware protection for all billing parameters;
Furthermore, flexible security protection is available. For optical and electrical interface,
separately the following parameters can be secured by different passwords: demand reset
push-button, terminal cover opening or hardware jumper.
Below is an example of security protection of AS3500 (different configuration for electrical

and optical interface).
Password Password Password Demand Terminal Hardware

1 2 3 reset cover jumper
removal
push-
button
A. Meter parameters
Identification x
Tariff source x
Switch point clock x
Demand reset x
Demand overload x
Baud rate x
Synchronization x
Power quality x

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removal
push-
button
Display settings x
Display parameters x x
Pulse constants x x
Load profile/logfile x x
Energy/demand data x x
Password
x x
configuration
B. Formatted commands
Set time and date x
Demand reset x
Reset PQ profile x
Reset power loss

x
counters
Reset terminal cover

x
opening
Reset of register data x x
Reset of the logfile

x x
and load profile
C. Reading commands
Register data list

(billing)
Service data list
Logfile x
Load profile x

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removal
push-
button
Profile of network
x
parameters
Hardware protection
The AS3500 meter can be configured by using one of its interfaces (electrical or optical).
The setting parameters are secured by a meter password and/or demand reset push-
button, terminal cover, IEC address.
Billing parameters can optionally be secured by a hardware jumper, which must be operated
as follows:
 after opening the front cover of the meter, the user has access to the
parameterization button;
 after setting the jumper (2 pins will be connected) the meter parameterization mode
is enabled. All cursors on the LCD are flashing;
 after removing the jumper, the meter parameterization is disabled. Only the setting
parameters can be changed anymore (see chapter 11. Setting parameters);
Fig. 18. Parameterization button of the AS3500

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14.10 Display of meter status information

Detailed status information for the meter regarding the state of its inputs and outputs can
be readout using appropriate status words and shown on the display.
Status of the inputs/outputs (Status Word 1)

Interpretation of the status word with OBIS Identifier C.3:
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
x general: status of the control inputs;

x general: status of the control inputs;
x reserved;
x reserved;
1 contactor relay – connected;
2 contactor relay – ready for connection;
1 mechanical relay 1 in position b;
2 mechanical relay 2 in position b;
1 control output # 1 is active;
Status of internal control signals (Status Word 2)

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 maximum tariff M4;

1 energy tariff T4;
2 energy tariff T3;
4 energy tariff T2;

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0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
8 energy tariff T1;
1 energy tariff T8;
2 energy tariff T7;
4 energy tariff T6;
8 energy tariff T5;
4 directional signal, reactive (+Q);
8 directional signal, reactive (+P);
Status of internal control signals (Status Word 3)
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
x reserved;
8 voltage L1;
4 voltage L2;
2 voltage L3;
1 correct rotating field;
8 reversal disable, active (reverse warning);
8 start-up, active energy measurement;
4 start-up, reactive energy measurement;
4 terminal cover removal detection;
2 front cover removal detection;
1 magnetic field detection;
8 parametrization mode;
4 setting mode;
2 tariff source clock;
1 tariff source ripple control receiver;
1 contactor relay – switch off by communication;
2 contactor relay – switch off by load limiting function;
8 reset disable, manual;
4 reset disable, optical interface;
2 reset disable, electrical interface;
14.11 Summary of anti-tampering features
Terminal cover opening detection
To manipulate the meter in most cases the terminal cover has to be opened. This event can
be stored with time and date stamp.

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Front cover opening detection
The opening of the certified front cover is detected in the same way as the terminal cover
opening.
Magnetic manipulation detection
In case a large magnet is used nearby the meter, this event will be detected.
Security concept
The tampering of the meter configuration is secured by different password levels and
additional by opening the terminal cover, which is normally sealed by the utility seal. For
details, see chapter 14.2 Terminal cover removal detection.
Logfile
All tampering issues, power outages, etc. can be stored with time and date stamp in the
logfile of the meter. For details see chapter 14.6 Basic logfile.
Detection of anti-creep conditions
The duration of anti-creep conditions can be measured by the meter. This can be used as
an indication of meter manipulation.
Always run positive measurement
The meter can be configured in that way that it always the total energy is measured, even in
the case of reverse energy flow. For details see chapter 8.2.5 Measurement without reverse
run lock.
Reverse run detection
The reverse energy measurement can be used to detect tampering. In that case the exact
“tampered energy value” is available.

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Wrong password access
If an invalid password is used more than a configurable maximum number of attempts, the
communication will be blocked by the meter until the next demand reset.
This feature can be deactivated.
NOTE

INSTRUMENTATION MEASUREMENT
15 INSTRUMENTATION MEASUREMENT
15.1 Instantaneous power quality parameters

The AS3500 meter supports the measurement of the following instantaneous parameters:
 voltage per phase;
 current per phase;
 the maximum current of phase L1 or L2 or L3;
 summation current = I1+I2+I3;
 power factor per phase and total power factor;
 active power per phase and total;
 reactive power per phase and total;
 apparent power per phase and total;
 frequency;
All parameters can be displayed on the LCD or read out by the optical or electrical interface.
The activation/deactivation of the measurement can be done without breaking the
certification seal.
All instantaneous parameter can be assigned to the standard data readout list or in a
separate service list.
The measurement of the network parameters is done with an accuracy of 0,5%.
15.2 Power quality counters

The AS3500 offers additional features to observe the network regarding power quality
issues. Therefore, up to 18 different counters with up to 18 thresholds can be activated to
detect the occurrence, if a power quality value is above or below a predefined threshold
during a user-programmable period (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10,12, 15,20, 30, 60 minutes).
Every 1s the measured value is compared with the threshold. In case the value is below or
above the threshold a warning (F.F.3) can be generated, depending on the configuration.
The counter will be incremented only if the average measured value of the period is
above/below the threshold.
Furthermore, 2 logfile events and 2 relay contacts can be activated if 1 or more events will
be above or below the predefined threshold. Every 1s the measured value is compared with
the threshold. Only if all values inside the period are above/below the threshold, the counter
will be incremented.

Power quality Threshold Counter Logfile Logfile Relay 1 Relay 2

quantity event 1 event 2
>threshold 1a Counter 1a
<threshold 1b Counter 1b

15.3 Load profiling of power quality parameters

The load profiling of the network parameters is supporting the following characteristic:
 use of EN 62056-21 protocol, identical to the readout of the load profile of the
billing data;
 readout by optical and electrical interface;
 separate load profile interval (1 ... 60 minutes);
 all parameters can be changed without breaking the certification seal;
 up to 8 load profile channels;
 recording of the following parameters:

 voltage and current per phase;
 power factor per phase;
 active, reactive and apparent power per phase;
 active, reactive and apparent power (total);
 frequency;
 recording type per channel:
 average value per interval;

 minimum value per interval;
 maximum value per interval;
 data storage depends on the size of the load profile of the billing data;
The status bits of the network parameter profile are designed as:
 MG - Measurement disturbed;
The bit is set at the end of the interval if after initialization or after a power-up not all
values are calculated.
 UV - Change of time and date;
With every time and date change, the actual interval will be aborted.
 SA - Power outage;
With every power outage, the actual interval will be aborted.
 SW - Power up;
After every power up the bit will be set at the end of the interval.
The calculation of the network parameters is done with an accuracy of <1%.

15.4 Sags, swell and power outage detection

The below functionality regarding power quality analysis can be supported.
Voltage sags and swells

 measuring interval (1 ... 60 minutes) for sags and swells;
 sags and swells are done separately per phase;
 thresholds for sags and swells independently;
 counter for sags and swells, which increments if the value of each interval is exceeded;
 below parameters can be changed by sending a formatted command:

 measuring interval;
 the threshold of upper limit per phase;
 the threshold for lower limit per phase;
For more information see chapter 15.2 Power quality counters.
Long power outage detection

 measuring interval (1 ... 60s or 1 ... 60 minutes) for outage detection;
 the outage of every phase;
 counter for outage detection of any phase;
 time and date stamp of the last 10 outages;
 below parameters can be changed by sending a formatted command:

 measuring interval;
 power outage (for all 3-phases);
15.5 Minimum and Maximum calculation for power quality data

The AS3500 meter supports a minimum and maximum measurement with the next
functionality:
 measuring interval for PQ data are the same as for PQ profile (see chapter 15.3 Load
profiling of power quality parameters);
 the minimum and maximum calculation is done between the duration of 2 following
demand resets;
 all minimum and maximum data are available with time and date stamp;
 up to 8 minimum and 8 maximum measurements are supported;

 all data are available with up to 15 historical data;
 the minimum and maximum measurement can be used with the following power
quality data;
 voltage and current per phase;
 frequency;
 power factor per phase and total;
 active, reactive and apparent power per phase and total;
Using this functionality, the meter can be used to control the network regarding power
quality data. For example, the maximum and minimum voltage and the maximum current
can be calculated.
15.6 Single-phase energy measurement

The AS3500 meter offers the possibility for a single-phase energy measurement with the
following features:
 up to 2 selectable energy quantities: +A, -A, +R, -R, +/-Ri or +/-Rc
 up to 4 tariffs for every energy quantities
 up to 15 historical data for every energy quantity
 total 3-phase energy (A = A1 + A2 + A3; Ri = Ri1 + Ri2 + Ri3; …)
 total absolute 3-phase energy (/A/ = /A1/ + /A2/ + /A3/; /Ri/ = /Ri1/ + /Ri2/ + /Ri3/; …)
 the total 3-phase energy register are available only as T0 values
All energy quantities are counted in separate energy register (2x4 = 8 registers).
The total number of digits and the number of decimals is the same as for the 3-phase
energy quantities.
The calculation of the single-phase measurement is based on the power quality

measurement with an accuracy of less than class 1.

15.7 Tan φ calculation

The AS3500 meter offers the possibility for detection of the high reactive energy
consumption by using the tan φ calculation:
 the tan φ is defined as the ratio of active energy divided by reactive energy
consumption;
 the tan φ calculation will be reset after every demand reset;
 the tan φ value can be displayed on the LCD or read out by the optical or electrical
interface;
 a configurable tan φ threshold can be defined;
 if the current tan φ value exceeds the threshold the following events can be activated:
 warning on the LCD;
 control output will be activated;

INSTALLATION
16 INSTALLATION
16.1 Installation and general function control

The meter is mechanically secured in place by first suspending it in the upper hook, and
screwing it into position through the two bottom mounting points to the left and right of the
terminal block, which are 150 mm apart in conformity with the dimensions laid down in DIN
43857. The suspension hook enables the meter to be installed in either an open or
concealed configuration. Using these 3 mounting points, the meter is installed on a meter
panel.
As soon as the meter has been connected to the power supply, a corresponding indicator in
the display will show that the phase voltages L1 to L3 are present.
If the meter has started up, this will be indicated directly by an arrow in the display, and by
the energy pulse LED, which will flash in accordance with the pre-set pulse constant.
16.2 Installation check using the meter display

After the meter has been properly connected, its function can be tested as follows:
Scroll mode
As long as the alternate push-button is not pressed, the scroll mode will appear. Depending
on the version involved, this may consist of one value or several values, shown in a rolling
display mode.
Display check
When the alternate push-button is pressed, the first thing to appear is the display check.
All segments of the display must be present. Pressing the alternate push-button will switch
the display to its next value.
Error message
If the display check is followed by an error message, it can be interpreted as explained in

chapter 19.7 Identifier system and protocols.

INSTALLATION
Fast run-through
If the alternate push-button is repeatedly pressed at intervals of 2s < t <5s, all the main
values provided will appear.
Phase failure
Display elements L1, L2, L3 are used to indicate which phases of the meter are energized.
Rotating-field detection
If the meter's rotating field has been inversely connected, the phase failure detection
symbols will flash.
Creep check
If the meter starts measuring, the energy pulse diode will blink according to the measured
energy. The relevant arrows (+P, -P, +Q, -Q) on the display are switched ON after 2-3s.
Anti-creep check
If the meter is in idling mode, the energy pulse diode will be continuously lit up. The relevant
arrows (+P, -P, +Q, -Q) on the display are also switched off.
Reverse installation of the phase and neutral mix up
If during the installation process of a 3x230/400V meter phase and neutral will be changed
the meter will respond on the LCD as follow:
 blinking of L1, L2, L3 segments;
 activation of the error indicator;
 display of “ERROR 01”;
In that case, the power of the meter should be switched off immediately and the installation
should be checked again. Otherwise, the meter can be damaged after 4h.

INSTALLATION
16.3 Usage of AS3500 as a single-phase meter

The polyphase meter AS3500 is approved for 1 phase meter application too. The following
items have to be considered:
 the connection has to be done between L3 and N;
 on the nameplate of the meter a specific symbol for single-phase application must
be printed;
 for this application, the user must reconfigure the meter using the alphaSET tool
(otherwise error warning on the LCD will appear regarding missing phase 1 and 2);

USER PROGRAM
17 USER PROGRAM
Reading and configuration tool alphaSET
The AS3500 meter can be readout, set and parameterized via the optical or electrical (CLO)
interface, in accordance with the EN 62056-21 protocol.
For this purpose, the user needs the alphaSET readout and setting tool, which can be used
to alter and readout the meter's register contents, load profile and logfile data and all
settings parameters. The program is a 32-Bit application and runs under Windows 7,
Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10.
The alphaSET tool supports the following functionality:
 readout parameters
 standard data list;
 service list (second data readout list);
 logfile;
 load profile of billing data;
 profile of instrumentation parameters;
 complete meter configuration;
 change of meter parameters

 identification and passwords;
 switch time clock parameters;
 demand reset parameters;
 baud rates;
 pulse constants;
 load profile parameters of billing data;
 instrumentation parameters;
 parameters of instrumentation profile;
 formatted commands
 set time and date;
 set pulse constant;
 reset all counters;
 reset profile of instrumentation parameters;
 reset load profile of billing data;
 reset register data;
All parameters can be readout or changed remotely by using transparent modems.

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
18 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE

The meters should be placed on stands and the height must not exceed four layers.
The storage conditions must be dust-free, with an environmental temperature between

-40°C and +80°C with a relative humidity of less than 95% non-condensing.
The atmosphere must be clean, without corrosive gases or vapours.

APPENDICES
19 APPENDICES
19.1 How to identify the AS3500 meter

To identify the AS3500 meter, and learn about his technical characteristics read the
information printed on the front cover of the meter.
Front plate
Property Number Accuracy Class
Serial Number Output and test pulse constants
Manufacturer Meter and consumption type
Model designation The symbol for the degree of protection
Year of manufacture Identifier system
Conformity symbol Rated/Limit current intensity ratio
Rated voltage Rated frequency
Fig. 19. The front plate of the meter

APPENDICES
19.2 Type key of the AS3500 polyphase meter
AS3500 x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x
CT standard connection W
3x220/380V (4-wires, 3-systems) F
3x230/400V (4-wires, 3-systems) 1
3x240/415V (4-wires, 3-systems) M
3x127/220V (4-wires, 3-systems) B
3x100V (3-wires, 2-systems) 5
3x110V (3-wires, 2-systems) 6
3x120V (3-wires, 2-systems) D
3x220V (3-wires, 2-systems) E
3x230V (3-wires, 2-systems) L
5(6)A 2
1(6)A* 4
5(15)A A
5(10)A B
1,5(6)A C
Class 0,5S 5
Class 1 1
Class 2 2
Class C C
Class B B
Class A A
Quantity +P 1
Quantity +P, -P 2
Quantity +P, +Q 3
Quantity +P, Q1, Q4 4
Quantity +P, -P, +Q, -Q 5
Quantity +P, -P, Q2, Q3 6
Quantity +P, -P, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4 7
Quantity +P, Q1 8
Quantity +P, +Q, -Q 9

APPENDICES
Quantity +P, -P, +Q, -Q, Q1, Q3 A

Quantity +P, -P, +Q, -Q, +S, -S B
Quantity +P, +Q, Q4 F
1 energy tariff 1
2 energy tariffs 2
3 energy tariffs 3
4 energy tariffs 4
5 energy tariffs 5
6 energy tariffs 6
7 energy tariffs 7
8 energy tariffs 8
1 demand tariffs 1
2 demand tariffs 2
3 demand tariffs 3
4 demand tariffs 4
No demand tariff 0
No ripple receiver O
DLMS/COSEM protocol D
(electrical interface only)
Real-Time Clock with calendar S
RTC back up, internal battery + E
external battery prepaid
1 external control input (mainboard) A
2 external control input B
(mainboard and optional board)
No external control input 0
2 mechanical relay outputs 2
(up to 4A)
4 electronic 230V outputs D
(pulse or control output)
No electronic 230V output 0
3 electronic S0 outputs 3
(pulse or control output)
No electronic output relay 0

APPENDICES
Load profile, 8 channels, 100 days 4

Load profile, 8 channels, 420/600 days 5
Load profile, 8 channels, 100 days + 6
instrumentation profile, 8 channels
Load profile, 8 channels, 420/600 7
days + instrumentation profile,
8 channels
No-load profile storage 0
Electrical interface, CL0 + C
module connector
Electrical interface, RS485 (RT+, RT-) + S
module connector
Electrical interface for module M
connector only
No electrical interface 0
Firmware 10.04 revision 04 1
Firmware 11.00 revision 00 for A
hardware v1.4
Firmware 11.04 revision 00 for C
hardware v1.4
Firmware 11.05 revision 00 for D
hardware v1.4
Detection of the terminal cover opening D
No detection 0
Standard value measurement 0
(P=P1+P2+P3)
Absolute value measurement B
(P=|P1|+|P2|+|P3|)
Without integrated disconnect relay 0
Nominal frequency, 50 Hz 0
Nominal frequency, 60 Hz 1
* on request

APPENDICES
19.3 Overall and mounting dimensions

For overall and mounting dimensions see the next drawings.
The dimensions are expressed in mm.
Fig. 20. Overall and mounting dimensions of AS3500

APPENDICES
19.4 Connection diagrams

Connection diagrams of the meter are described in the next pictures.
Fig. 21. 4-wires 3-systems for CT standard connection
Fig. 22. 4-wires 3-systems for CT and VT standard connection

APPENDICES
Fig. 23. 3-wires 2-systems for CT and VT standard connection
Fig. 24. 3-wires 2-systems for CT and VT without a neutral connection

APPENDICES
Fig. 25. 4-wires 3-systems for CT and VT without a neutral connection

APPENDICES
19.5 Terminal cover options

The AS3500 meter supports different terminal cover options:
Short terminal cover with cut-out (LK6062 3B)
 length of the terminal cover: 101,9 mm;
 total length of the meter including terminal cover: 253 mm;
Fig. 26. Terminal cover with cut-out
Short terminal cover without cut-out (LK6062 4A)
 total length of the meter including terminal cover: 253 mm;
Standard terminal cover (LK6062 1C)
 total length of the meter including terminal cover: 284,2 mm;
Long terminal cover (LK6062 2B)
 total length of the meter including terminal cover: 314,2 mm;

APPENDICES
19.6 Terminal block of a CT connected meter
Fig. 27. Terminal block of a CT connected meter

APPENDICES
19.7 Identifier system and protocols

The AS3500 Identifier system can be parameterized by the user, with a total of 5 Identifier
digits provided for the display and the readout over the optical and electrical interfaces. The
user has the option for using an own identifier system, but to follow the international
standardisation the OBIS Identifier system (EN 62056-61) is recommended.
The meter supports two protocols for reading the meter data:
 EN 62056-21 protocol;
 DLMS/COSEM protocol;
EN 62056-21 protocol
Standard data readout list
The following table presents a sample of the standard data readout list of a meter with
active and reactive and demand measurement and 2 tariffs. The standard data readout list
contains all billing data.
Format on
OBIS identifier Length Designation
the display
F.F XXXXXXXX 8 Error condition.
0.0.0 XXXXXXXX 8 Identification number.
0.0.1 XXXXXXXX 8 Additional Identification.
0.1.0 XX 2 Demand reset counter.
0.9.1 hh:mm:ss 8 Actual time.
0.9.2 JJ-MM-TT 8 Actual date.
1.2.1 XXX.XXX 6 Cumulative demand, tariff 1.
1.2.2 XXX.XXX 6 Cumulative demand, tariff 2.
1.4.0 XXX 3 The actual time of the demand period.
X.XXX 4 The actual demand of the period.
1.6.1 X.XXX 4 Demand, tariff 1.

APPENDICES
Format on
the display
1.6.1.VV X.XXX Demand, tariff 1, historical value.
1.6.2 X.XXX 4 Demand, tariff 2.
1.6.2.VV X.XXX 4 Demand, tariff 2, historical value.
1.8.1 XXXXX.XX 7 +A, active energy, tariff 1.
1.8.1.VV XXXXX.XX 7 +A, active energy, tariff 1, historical value.
1.8.2 XXXXX.XX 7 +A, active energy, tariff 2.
1.8.2.VV XXXXX.XX 7 +A, active energy, tariff 2, historical value.
3.8.1 XXXXX.XX 7 +R, reactive energy, tariff 1.
3.8.1.VV XXXXX.XX 7 +R, reactive energy, tariff 1, historical value.
3.8.2 XXXXX.XX 7 +R, reactive energy, tariff 2.
3.8.2.VV XXXXX.XX 7 +R, reactive energy, tariff 2, historical value.
C.3 XXXXXXXX 8 Status of input / outputs.
C.4 XXXXXXXX 8 Status of internal signals.
All parameters of the standard data readout lists can be changed only by breaking the
certification seal of the meter.
ATTENTION

APPENDICES
Service list – second data readout list

The following table presents a sample of a service data readout list of a meter. All parameters
of this list can be changed without breaking the certification seal, only a password is required.
Format on the
display
31.7 XXX.X 6 Current phase L1.
32.7 XXX.X 6 Voltage phase L1.
33.7 X.XX 6 Power factor phase L1.
1.7 XXX.X 6 Active demand, +P, total.
21.7 XXX.X 6 Active demand, +P, phase L1.
C.7.1 XX 2 The number of outages on phase L1.
C.52 XXXXXX 6 Start date of last 3-phase power outages.
C.53 XXXXXX 6 Start time of last 3-phase power outages.
C.54 XXXXXX 6 End date of last 3-phase power outages.
C.55 XXXXXX 6 The end date of the last 3-phase power outages.

APPENDICES
OBIS formatted read and write operations
The table below provides information on which single registers and OBIS Identifier can be
read or written. The "R5" and "W5" commands defined in conformity with EN 62056-21 are
used for this purpose:
Commands
OBIS identifier Significance Remarks
R5 / R6 / W5
P.01 Read/erase load profile Yes / yes / yes
P.98 Read/erase operating logfile Yes / yes / yes
0.9.1 Read time Yes / no / no
0.9.1 Set time No / no / yes
0.9.2 Read date Yes / no / no
0.9.2 Set date No / no / yes
Also, the "R5" command can be used to read out individually all the registers contained
in the readout list.
ATTENTION
Data format
The data format according to the EN 62056-21 protocol standard is defined as 8,n,1;
By configuration it is possible to provide optionally the attached data format: 7,e,1;
Disable the standard data readout list
According to the EN 62056-21 protocol, the standard data readout list, as well as the
service list, is not protected by a password.
For security reasons two possibilities are provided to secure the meter reading data of the 2
lists:
1. Using the IEC address as password protection
In that case, the IEC address of the meter is used for all type of communications and
acts as a password
2. Disable the readout lists

APPENDICES
The AS3500 supports the possibility to disable the reading of the standard data
readout list as well as the service list.
In that case, the reading of the register data has to be done using the R5-commands,
which can be protected by a password. Using the R5.commands every single register
can be read out by using the OBIS identifier for addressing the register value.
DLMS/COSEM protocol
In addition to the standard EN 62056-21 protocol, the AS3500 meter provides optionally
the DLMS/COSEM protocol too. Therefore a second microcontroller is doing a protocol
conversion from EN 62056-21 to DLMS/COSEM
The following reading or writing features are supported:
 DLMS FW V1
 Reading of single registers using the OBIS identification system;
 Reading of billing load profile data;
 Reading of power quality profile data;
 Reading of logfile data;
 Read and write time and date;
 DLMS FW V2 (additional features compared with V1)

 High-level security (HLS) according to the green book;
 RS485 discovery algorithm;
 Read/write of budget metering and prepayment register;
 Read/write of TOU parameters;
 Read/write PIN code;
 Demand reset;
 Read/write of load limitation threshold;
 Read/write of load limitation measuring quantity;
 Read/write of load limitation action delay;
 Read/write of event delay;
 Read/write power quality measuring period;
 Read/write of sags and swell thresholds;
 Reset alarm status;
The DLMS/COSEM protocol can only be supported by the electrical interface of the
meter.
ATTENTION

APPENDICES
19.8 OBIS identifiers of AS3500

In this chapter, all the OBIS identifiers that are supported by the AS3500 meter, are listed.
All data can be readout on the LCD or via the optical/electrical interface.
The OBIS identifiers can be subdivided into two large groups:
 identifiers for measuring values; these are starting with a number between 1 and 89;
 identifiers for general-purpose objects; these are starting either with a “0”, a “C” or a
“96”;
Identifiers for measuring values

As mentioned above, these are starting with a number between 1 and 89 (after the optional
“medium/channel”-sequence); these are called “value group C” in EN 62056-61. The
number represents the type of measuring, e.g. 1 = “active power +” or 31 = current L1”.
The second number (“value group D”) stands for the measuring type, e.g. x.5 = “last average”
or 8 = “time integral 1”.
The third number represents the actual tariff; if 0 => no rate.
Below there is a list of all possible combinations, delivered by the meter. To shorten the list,
the tariff, if delivered, is represented by the placeholder “t”, this can be a cypher 0 ... 4.
Power measuring
OBIS Plain text Links
1.2.t +P, cumulative maximum, tariff „t“
2.2.t -P, cumulative maximum, tariff „t“
3.2.t +Q, cumulative maximum, tariff „t“
4.2.t -Q, cumulative maximum, tariff „t“
5.2.t Q1, cumulative maximum, tariff „t“

APPENDICES
9.2.t +S, cumulative maximum, tariff „t“
10.2.t -S, cumulative maximum, tariff „t“
1.4.0 +P, minutes and average of actual period
2.4.0 -P, minutes and average of actual period
3.4.0 +Q, minutes and average of actual period
4.4.0 -Q, minutes and average of actual period
5.4.0 Q1, minutes and average of actual period
9.4.0 +S, minutes and average of the actual period
10.4.0 -S, minutes and average of the actual period
1.5.0 +P, average of last measuring period
2.5.0 -P, average of last measuring period
3.5.0 +Q, average of last measuring period
4.5.0 -Q, average of last measuring period
5.5.0 Q1, average of last measuring period
9.5.0 +S, average of last measuring period
1.6.t +P, demand, tariff “t”
2.6.t -P, demand, tariff “t”
3.6.t +Q, demand, tariff “t”

APPENDICES
4.6.t -Q, demand, tariff “t”
5.6.t Q1, demand, tariff “t”
9.6.t +S, demand, tariff “t”
10.6.t -S, demand, tariff “t”
1.6.t*vv +P, demand, tariff “t”, historical value
2.6.t*vv -P, demand, tariff “t”, historical value
3.6.t*vv +Q, demand, tariff “t”, historical value
4.6.t*vv -Q, demand, tariff “t”, historical value
5.6.t*vv Q1, demand, tariff “t”, historical value
9.6.t*vv +S, demand, tariff “t”, historical value
10.6.t*vv +S, demand, tariff “t”, historical value

APPENDICES
Annual maximum demand measurement
1.16.1 +P, current annual demand 1
1.26.1 +P, annual demand 1 of last year
2.16.1 -P, current annual demand 1
2.26.1 -P, annual demand 1 of last year
Energy measuring
1.8.t +A, active energy, tariff „t“
2.8.t -A, active energy, tariff „t“
3.8.t +R, reactive energy, tariff „t“
4.8.t -R, reactive energy, tariff „t“
5.8.t R1, reactive energy, tariff „t“

APPENDICES
9.8.t +S, apparent energy, tariff „t“
10.8.t -S, apparent energy, tariff „t“
1.8.t*vv +A, active energy, tariff „t“, historical value
2.8.t*vv -A, active energy, tariff „t“, historical value
3.8.t*vv +R, reactive energy, tariff „t“, historical value
4.8.t*vv -R, reactive energy, tariff „t“, historical value
5.8.t*vv R1, reactive energy, tariff „t“, historical value
9.8.t*vv +S, apparent energy, tariff „t“, historical value
10.8.t*vv -S, apparent energy, tariff „t“, historical value
1.9.t +A, active „delta“ energy, tariff „t“
2.9.t -A, active „delta“ energy, tariff „t“
3.9.t +R, reactive „delta“ energy, tariff „t“
4.9.t -R, reactive „delta“ energy, tariff „t“
5.9.t R1, reactive „delta“ energy, tariff „t“
9.9.t +S, apparent „delta“ energy, tariff „t“
10.9.t -S, apparent „delta“ energy, tariff „t“

APPENDICES

Communication:
83.8.1 total energy line losses + 83.8.x(123456.12345)<CR><LF>
| | ||
| | |+-- 5 decimals
83.8.2 total energy line losses - | | +--- decimal dot
| +--- 6 pre-dot cyphers
+-----------------
83.8.4 total energy transformer losses +
Display:
83.8.5 total energy transformer losses - 83.8.x(123456.12)<CR><LF>
| | ||
| | |+- 2 decimals
| | +-- decimal dot
| +--- 6 pre-dot ciphers +----
--------------
1d +A energy consumption last day
1d -A energy consumption last day
7d +A energy consumption last 7 days
7d -A energy consumption last 7 days
30d +A energy consumption last 30 days
30d -A energy consumption last 30 days
Single-phase energy measuring
21.8.t +A, active energy, tariff „t“, Phase 1
22.8.t -A, active energy, tariff „t“, Phase 1
23.8.t +R, reactive energy, tariff „t“, Phase 1
24.8.t -R, reactive energy, tariff „t“, Phase 1
25.8.t R1, reactive energy, tariff „t“, Phase 1
29.8.t +S, apparent energy, tariff „t“, Phase 1

APPENDICES
20.8.t -S, apparent energy, tariff „t“, Phase 1
21.8.t*vv +A, active energy, tariff „t“, historical value, Phase 1
22.8.t*vv -A, active energy, tariff „t“, historical value, Phase 1
23.8.t*vv +R, reactive energy, tariff „t“, historical value, Phase 1
24.8.t*vv -R, reactive energy, tariff „t“, historical value, Phase 1
25.8.t*vv R1, reactive energy, tariff „t“, historical value, Phase 1
29.8.t*vv +S, apparent energy, tariff „t“, historical value, Phase 1
20.8.t*vv -S, apparent energy, tariff „t“, historical value, Phase 1

APPENDICES

APPENDICES
Instantaneous values
31.7.0 I, L1, Current, phase 1
90.7.0 Isum Summation of current in all 3-phases
11.6.0 Imax The maximum current of all 3-phases
32.7.0 U L1, Voltage, phase 1
33.7.0 LF, L1, Load factor/power factor, phase 1
13.7.0 LF Load factor/power factor, total
34.7.0 F, L1, Frequency, phase 1
21.7.0 +P, L1 Active demand, phase 1

APPENDICES
1.7.0 +P, active demand, total
22.7.0 -P, L1 Active demand, phase 1
2.7.0 -P, Active demand, total
23.7.0 +Q, L1 Reactive demand, phase 1
3.7.0 +Q, Reactive demand, total
24.7.0 -Q, L1 Reactive demand, phase 1
4.7.0 -Q, Reactive demand, total
29.7.0 +S, L1 Apparent demand, phase 1
9.7.0 +S, Apparent demand, total
30.7.0 -S, L1 Apparent demand, phase 1
10.7.0 -S, Apparent demand, total

APPENDICES
Supervision data
21.32.0 +P, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
1.32.0 +P, power quality supervision, lower limit
22.32.0 -P, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
2.32.0 -P, power quality supervision, lower limit
23.32.0 +Q, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
3.32.0 +Q, power quality supervision, lower limit
24.32.0 -Q, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
4.32.0 -Q, power quality supervision, lower limit
29.32.0 +S, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
9.32.0 +S, power quality supervision, lower limit
30.32.0 -S, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
10.32.0 -S, power quality supervision, lower limit

APPENDICES
33.32.0 LF, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
13.32.0 LF, power quality supervision, lower limit
32.32.0 U, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
31.32.0 I, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
34.32.0 F, L1, power quality supervision, lower limit
21.36.0 +P, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
1.36.0 +P, power quality supervision, upper limit
22.36.0 -P, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
2.36.0 -P, power quality supervision, upper limit
23.36.0 +Q, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
3.36.0 +Q, power quality supervision, upper limit

APPENDICES
24.36.0 -Q, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
4.36.0 -Q, power quality supervision, upper limit
29.36.0 +S, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
9.36.0 +S, power quality supervision, upper limit
30.36.0 -S, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
10.36.0 -S, power quality supervision, upper limit
33.36.0 LF, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
13.36.0 LF, power quality supervision, upper limit
32.36.0 U, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
31.36.0 I, L1, power quality supervision, upper limit
34.36.0 F, L1 power quality supervision, upper limit

APPENDICES
Minimal and maximal calculation of current and voltage
31.3.0 I L1 L1 current month minimum
32.3.0 U L1 L1 voltage month minimum
31.6.0 I L1 L1 current month maximum
32.6.0 U L1 L1 voltage month maximum
31.3.0*vv I L1 L1 current month minimum, historical value
32.3.0*vv U L1 L1 voltage month minimum, historical value
31.6.0*vv I L1 L1 current month maximum, historical value
32.6.0*vv U L1 L1 voltage month maximum, historical value

APPENDICES
Budgetary prepayment register
32.1.0 Prepayment state
32.1.1 Date of latest synchronization of prepayment data
32.1.2 Time of latest synchronization of prepayment data
32.1.3 Available credit
32.1.4 Available emergency credit
32.1.5 Current debt
32.1.6 Historical debt
32.1.7 Debt repayment
32.1.8 Spare
Objects that OBIS-identifier starts with “0”
OBIS Plain text Formatting
0.0.0 Utility identification #1

0.1.0(nn)<CR><LF>
0.1.0 Demand reset counter | |
| +--- 2 cyphers 00…99
+--------- OBIS identifier
0.1.2 Date of demand reset
0.1.3 Time of demand reset

APPENDICES
0.2.0(iiii)<CR><LF>
0.2.0 Program revision No. | |
| +-length 4 ASCII-chars
+------ OBIS identifier
0.2.0(iiiiiiii)<CR><LF>
0.2.1 Parameter set identification | |
0.2.2 Time switch program no. +------ OBIS identifier
0.3.x(123456.12)<CR><LF>
0.3.0 LED pulse constant active energy | | ||
| | |+--- 2 decimals
0.3.1 LED pulse constant reactive energy | | +--- decimal dot
| +1 to 6 pre-dot cipher
+----------- OBIS identifier
0.3.3 Output pulse constant active energy
0.3.4 Output pulse constant reactive energy
0.4.2 Current transformer ratio
0.4.3 Voltage transformer ratio
0.5.1.1 Demand overload No. 1
0.5.1.2 Demand overload No. 2

0.51(n)<CR><LF>
0.51 Current meter season | |
| +----- 1 cypher 1…4
+---------- OBIS identifier
0.8.0(nn)<CR><LF>
0.8.0 Measurement period (the length of … in | |
minutes) | +----- 2 cyphers 01…60
0.9.0(nn)<CR><LF>
0.9.0 Number of days since the last reset | |
| +----- 2 cyphers 00…99
0.9.1 Current meter time
0.9.2 Current meter date

0.9.5(n)<CR><LF>
0.9.5 Current day of week | |
| +----- 1 cypher 1…7

APPENDICES
Objects that OBIS-identifier starts with “C”
C.2.0(iiiiiiii)<CR><LF>
C.1.0 Meter serial number | |
+------ OBIS identifier
C.1.3 Date of production
C.1.8 Product name
C.1.9 Firmware version
C.2.0(nn)<CR><LF>
C.2.0 Number of parameterizations | |
| +----- 2 cyphers 00…99
C.2.1 Date of last parameterization change
C.2.5 Date of calibration
C.3.0 State of inputs/outputs
C.4.0 State of internal signals
C.5.0 Internal states
0.x.0(123456)<CR><LF>
C.6.1 Battery usage timer | |
| +---- length 6 cyphers
C.7.0 Sum of total power failures of all 3 lines
0.x.0(123456)<CR><LF>
C.7.1 Sum of power failure, phase 1 | |
| +---- length 6 cyphers
C.7.2 Sum of power failure, phase 2
C.7.3 Sum of power failure, phase 3
C.8.0 Operation hour counter
C.8.9 No operation hour counter
C.50 Tariff hours weekdays
C.51 Tariff hours Saturday
C.52 Tariff hours Sunday
C.52 Start date of last total power failure

APPENDICES
C.53 The start time of last total power failure
C.54 The end date of last total power failure
C.55 The end time of last total power failure
C.56(123456)<CR><LF>
C.56 Total time of ALL power fails / battery use time | |
counter | +----- length 6 cyphers
C.60 Date of last communication
C.61 Date of last demand reset
C.63(mm:ss)<CR><LF>
C.63 Remaining time in the interval | |
| +------ minutes:seconds
C.65(hhhhhhhh)<CR><LF>
C.65 Parameter checksum | |
| +- checksum 8 Hex-chars
C.70(nn)<CR><LF>
C.70 Source of tariffs/demand reset | |
| +--- 2 HEX chars 00…FF
+--------- OBIS identifier
C.60 Tariff periods weekdays
C.61 Tariff periods Saturday
C.62 Tariff periods Sunday
C.64 Demand period weekday
C.65 Demand period Saturday
C.66 Demand period Sunday
C.71*vv Start and end of terminal cover opening with

C.71 time and date stamp + counter
C.72*vv Start and end of the front cover opening

C.72 detection with time and date stamp +
counter

APPENDICES
C.73*vv Start and end of wrong rotation field

C.73 detection with time and date stamp +
counter
C.74*vv Start and end of reverse run detection with

C.77*vv Start and end of 3 phase power outages with

C.77.1*vv Start and end of a power outage with time

C.77.1 and date stamp, phase 1 + counter


C.78*vv Start and end of magnetic detection with

C.79 Tan φ Q4
C.80 Tan φ Q1
C.83 PQM counter 1
C.84 PQM counter 2
C.85 PQM counter 3
C.86 PQM counter 4
C.87 PQM counter 5
C.88 PQM counter 6
C.89 PQM counter 7
C.92*vv Start and end of the event “phase 1 without

C.92 load” with time and date stamp + counter

APPENDICES


Objects that OBIS-identifier starts with “96”

These objects are identical to those, which are starting with “C“. See Objects that OBIS-
identifier starts with “C”.
Objects that OBIS-identifier starts with “P”
P.98 Logfile
P.01 Load profile of billing data
P.02 Profile of power quality data
Objects that OBIS-identifier starts with “F”
F.F Fatal errors
F.F.1 Non-fatal errors
F.F.2 Warnings
F.F.3 Warnings
F.F.4 Warnings

APPENDICES
19.9 Version history and changes

Version history
Revision Date Description
00 August 2020 The initial release of the AS3500 user guide.
Changes
No changes were made to this user guide because it is the initial user guide of the AS3500
meter, in the new Honeywell format. This document is based on the existing document –
AS3500_PR_E, revision 1.6, 30.01.2015.
19.10 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Explanation
A Active energy
+A Active energy import
-A Active energy export
ASIC Application-specific integrated circuit
+R Reactive energy import
-R Reactive energy export
R1 Reactive energy QI
R2 Reactive energy QII
R3 Reactive energy QIII
R4 Reactive energy QIV
+S Apparent power import
-S Apparent power export
P Active power
+P Active power import

APPENDICES
Abbreviation Explanation
-P Active power export
Q Reactive power
+Q Reactive power import
-Q Reactive power export
MD Maximum demand
PF Power factor
TOU Time of use
RTC Real-time clock
HES Head end system
IHD In-home display
HHU Hand-Held Unit
HLS High-Level Security
PIN Personal Identification Number
RSSI Received signal strength indicator
LAN Local Area Network
WAN Wide Area Network
TCP Transmission Control Protocol
UDP User Datagram Protocol
GPRS General Packet Radio Service
DLMS Device Language Message Specification
COSEM Companion Specification for Energy Metering

APPENDICES
19.11 Reference documents
Title Version Date
VDEW requirements V2.0 for electronic electricity meters. V2.0 12.1997
Electricity metering – data exchange for meter reading, EN 62056-21 06.2002

tariff and load control – part 21 (former IEC1107).

tariff and load control – part 53 COSEM application layer.

tariff and load control – part 62 Interface classes.

tariff and load control – part 61:
Object Identification System (OBIS).
Electricity metering equipment (AC) – general EN 62052-11 02.2003

requirements, test and test conditions – part 11.

requirements, test and test conditions – part 21:
static meters for active energy, (classes 1 and 2).

static meters for active energy, (classes 0,2S and 0,5S).

static meters for reactive energy, (classes 2 and 3).
Elektrizitätszähler in Isolierstoffgehäusen für DIN 43857 09.78

unmittelbaren Anschluß bis 60 A Grenzstrom; Hauptmaße Teil 2
für Drehstromzähler.
Electricity metering equipment (AC) – part 1: general EN 50470-1 09.2005

requirements, test and test conditions, – metering
equipment (class indexes A, B and C).
Electricity metering equipment (AC) – part 3: requirements EN 50470-3 09.2005

– static meters for active energy (class indexes A, B and C).
Environmental Management System. ISO 14001e.pdf 10.2011

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1.2 Scope ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10

1.3 Intended audience .............................................................................................................................................. 10

1.4 Proper use ............................................................................................................................................................... 10

1.5 Warnings .................................................................................................................................................................. 10

1.6 Electrical hazard .................................................................................................................................................. 13

1.7 Compliance with standards, approvals and European directives .............................................. 13

2.2 Enclosure ................................................................................................................................................................. 19

2.3 Front view of the meter ..................................................................................................................................... 20

2.4 Sealing of the meter ........................................................................................................................................... 21

3.2 Power supply .......................................................................................................................................................... 24

3.3 Readout during a power outage................................................................................................................... 24

3.4 EDL 21 functionality .......................................................................................................................................... 25

3.5 Line loss and transformer loss calculation ............................................................................................ 28

4.2 Energy tariff control ........................................................................................................................................... 29

4.3 Instantaneous parameters tariff control ................................................................................................. 30

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4.4 Energy and demand tariff sources ............................................................................................................. 32

4.5 Oversetting of the internal tariff source ................................................................................................... 32

4.6 Delta register values........................................................................................................................................... 33

4.7 Real-time clock ..................................................................................................................................................... 33

6.2 Display features.................................................................................................................................................... 43

6.3 Display modes ....................................................................................................................................................... 46

6.4 Scroll mode ............................................................................................................................................................. 48

6.5 Display Mode 1 (VDEW mode) ...................................................................................................................... 48

6.6 Display Mode 2 ..................................................................................................................................................... 52

6.7 Flow chart of different display modes ....................................................................................................... 53

8.2 Measurement principle .................................................................................................................................... 62

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9.2 Certification of the meter ................................................................................................................................ 64

9.3 Manufacturer-specific test mode ............................................................................................................... 64

9.4 Simplified test mode .......................................................................................................................................... 65

9.5 Simple creep and anti-creep test ................................................................................................................ 65

9.6 Manual test mode ............................................................................................................................................... 65

9.7 Checksum display ............................................................................................................................................... 65

10.2 Load profile readout using R5 / R6 commands .................................................................................. 69

11.2 Formatted commands ...................................................................................................................................... 72

12.2 Control inputs........................................................................................................................................................ 76

12.3 Electronic outputs............................................................................................................................................... 77

12.4 Mechanical relay outputs ................................................................................................................................ 78

14.2 Terminal cover removal detection ............................................................................................................... 84

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14.5 Communications module/corner cover removal detection-optional (FW 10.04 ) ............ 86

14.6 Basic logfile ............................................................................................................................................................ 87

14.7 Standard register data list ............................................................................................................................... 90

14.8 Data integrity ......................................................................................................................................................... 91

14.9 Meter reprogramming protection ............................................................................................................... 92

14.10 Display of meter status information .......................................................................................................... 95

14.11 Summary of anti-tampering features ....................................................................................................... 96

15.2 Power quality counters ..................................................................................................................................... 99

15.3 Load profiling of power quality parameters ........................................................................................ 101

15.4 Sags, swell and power outage detection .............................................................................................. 102

15.6 Single-phase energy measurement........................................................................................................ 103

15.7 Tan φ calculation .............................................................................................................................................. 104

16.2 Installation check using the meter display .......................................................................................... 105

16.3 Usage of AS3500 as a single-phase meter ......................................................................................... 107

19.2 Type key of the AS3500 polyphase meter ............................................................................................ 111

19.3 Overall and mounting dimensions .......................................................................................................... 114