GE PM880 User Manual

August 2003
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Table of Contents (cont.)
Chapter 4: Creating and Managing Sites
The Site Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Creating a New Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Opening an Existing Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Saving a Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Saving a Site with a Different Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
Refreshing a Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
Renaming a Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
Deleting a Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Creating a Site Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
Printing a Current Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
Transferring a Site File to a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
Transferring a File from a PC to the PM880 . . . . . . .4-15
Listing Files by Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18
Listing Files in Chronological Order . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18
Chapter 5: Displaying and Configuring Data
The Format Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
The View Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4
The Limits Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5
The Measurement Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Customizing the Display Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
Specifying the Number of Displayed Parameters . . .5-10
Customizing Softkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
Managing Files — The Drive Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
Transferring a File to a PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16
Transferring a File from a PC to the PM880 . . . . . . .5-17
Refreshing a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19
Deleting a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19
Listing Files by Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20
Listing Files in Chronological Order . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21
Accessing Meter Data —The About Option . . . . . . . . . .5-22

GE PM880 Specifications

General

Type	Power Meter
Display	LCD
Communication	Ethernet
Measurement Parameters	Voltage, Current, Power, Energy, Power Factor
Power Supply	85 to 265 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions	96mm x 96mm x Depth (Panel Mount)

Summary

Features and Capabilities

The PM880 Hygrometer

Probes

Covers the different types of probes compatible with the PM880 for various measurements.

M Series and TF Series Moisture Probes

Details the M and TF Series probes, their sensors, and optional features.

Moisture Image Series Probe

Describes the Moisture Image Series probe, its electronics module, and measurement capabilities.

The User Program

Initial Setup

Choosing a Site

Provides guidance on selecting an optimal installation location for the probes and sample system.

Moisture/Temperature Probe Considerations

Discusses factors influencing probe performance, lifespan, and environmental precautions.

Sample System Guidelines

Offers recommendations for designing and implementing effective sample systems.

Installing the Probes

Details the physical process of inserting moisture probes into sample cells or process lines.

Connecting the Probe to the PM880

Charging and/or Replacing Batteries

Using the Screen and Keypad

Programming Site Data

Entering the Program Menu

Guides users on how to access the Program Menu for data entry.

Entering Probe Configurations

Covers setting up probe types, constants, and measurement parameters.

Entering Calibration Data

Explains how to input calibration data for M and TF Series probes.

Entering Moisture Calibration Data

Details the steps for entering moisture calibration points for the Hygro window.

Entering Pressure Calibration Data

Describes how to enter pressure calibration zero and span values.

Entering Saturation Constants

Covers inputting saturation constants for calculating ppmw in nonaqueous liquids.

Entering the System Configuration

Details entering system parameters like AutoCal interval and response type.

Entering User Functions

Creating and Managing Sites

The Site Manager

Introduces the Site Manager tool for file operations.

Creating a New Site

Transferring a Site File to a PC

Displaying and Configuring Data

The Format Option

The View Option

The Limits Option

The Measurement Option

Changing the specific parameter and units displayed in a measurement window.

Customizing the Display Screen

Customizing Softkeys

Managing Files — The Drive Manager

Transferring a File to a PC

Transferring a File from a PC to the PM880

Programming Meter Settings

Entering the Meter Menu

Accessing the menu for programming meter-specific settings.

Selecting Measurement Units

Entering Date and Time

Changing Communications Parameters

Configuring parameters for PC communication via infrared interface.

Logging Data

Entering the Logging Menu

Accessing the menu to configure and manage data logging.

The Log Manager

Provides an overview of active, pending, and finished logs.

The File Menu

Options for managing log files: creation, copy, rename, delete, print, transfer.

Setting up a New Log

Detailed steps for configuring new data logging sessions.

The General Log Format Window

Setting log name, format type, start/end times, and logging interval.

The Log Measurements Window

Selecting specific parameters and units to be logged.

Copying (Cloning) a Selected Log

Transferring a Log to a PC

The Log Menu

The View Menu

Displaying Log Data in Graphical Form

Visualizing logged data as a graph for analysis.

Displaying Log Data in Spreadsheet Form

Viewing logged data in a tabular, spreadsheet-like format.

Servicing the PM880

Entering the Service Menu

Accessing the menu for device servicing and diagnostic functions.

Printing Reports

Testing the Screen, Keys and Meter

Performing diagnostic tests on the device's hardware components.

Testing the Screen

Verifying the proper functioning of the PM880's LCD display.

Testing the Keys

Checking the responsiveness and functionality of each keypad button.

Testing the Watchdog Timer Circuit

Entering Reference Data

Inputting factory calibration reference values for moisture and pressure.

Entering Hygrometry Reference Values

Setting the high and low reference values for hygrometry calibration.

Entering Pressure Reference Values

Setting the high and low reference values for pressure calibration.

Resetting to Factory Default Parameters

Restoring the PM880 to its original factory default settings.

Updating PM880 Software

Procedures for updating the meter's operating software from a PC.

Updating Software Via IrOBEX

Detailed steps for software updates using the IrOBEX standard.

Updating Software Via IrCOMM

Instructions for software updates using the IrCOMM standard.

Viewing or Changing Security Settings

Managing user access levels and remote access security features.

Checking Security Levels and Remote Access Security

Viewing current security levels and configuring remote access options.

Viewing or Changing the Security Passcodes

Setting or modifying user and operator passcodes for security.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Error Code Messages

Explains error codes displayed by the PM880 and their general meanings.

Common Problems

Offers a troubleshooting guide for common measurement and system issues.

Specifications

Operational Specifications

Moisture Measurement

Details on probe compatibility and the calibration process for moisture sensors.

Dew/frost Point Temperature

Specifications for dew/frost point measurement ranges, accuracy, and repeatability.

Temperature Measurement

Pressure Measurement

Specifications for pressure measurement ranges, accuracy, and proof pressure.

Sample System

Establishing IR Communications with the PM880