Hioki PQ3100 User Manual

Lists registered trademarks used in the manual.

Lists included accessories such as voltage cords, AC adapter, battery pack, and cables.

Explains hazard symbols and their meanings for safe operation.

Explains symbols found on the instrument and for various standards.

Defines terms related to measurement tolerances: f.s., rdg., and dgt.

Advises on using protective gear to prevent electric shock when measuring live lines.

Explains IEC 61010 measurement categories (CAT II, III, IV) for safe operation.

Advises checking the instrument for damage and proper operation before use.

Lists locations to avoid for instrument installation to prevent malfunctions or accidents.

Advises careful handling to avoid damage from physical shock, especially dropping.

Provides warnings about using damaged or exposed cords and cables.

Details precautions for using, charging, and storing the battery pack.

Instructions for attaching the strap and precautions for handling SD memory cards.

Warnings and precautions for using the AC adapter and turning the instrument on.

Provides critical safety warnings regarding wiring, short-circuiting, and USB cable usage.

Advises on connecting external devices and safety for I/O terminals.

Describes the systematic process for investigating power quality issues and identifying causes.

Guides on identifying the location, timing, and type of investigation for power quality issues.

Details collecting site data like wiring, frequency, and current capacity for investigation preparation.

Outlines the steps for making measurements: preparations, settings, connections, and recording.

Instructions on checking measured values using the MONITOR screen.

How to start recording measurements using the START/STOP key.

Steps for analyzing data and taking preventive measures after recording.

Tips for identifying causes, including recording trends and checking for heat/sounds.

Overview of the PQ3100's capabilities: simultaneous recording, guided procedures, and data analysis.

Highlights key features like long-term waveform recording, DC measurements, safety compliance, and battery operation.

Identifies front panel operation keys, screen switching keys, and their functions.

Details the upper section's components: voltage and current input terminals.

Identifies right side interfaces and back panel components: MAC address label, serial number, and battery compartment.

Explains how to display and switch between the seven available screens using operation keys.

Describes the MONITOR screen for viewing instantaneous values, waveforms, and measured data.

Explains the TREND screen for checking fluctuations and trends of measured values.

Describes the EVENT screen for viewing event status and lists of occurred events.

Explains the WIRING screen for checking wiring settings and connection status.

Details the SET UP screen for configuring various settings like measurement, recording, and system parameters.

Describes the FILE screen for file operations like listing, saving, and deleting data from SD card and internal memory.

Explains the QUICK SET screen for easy setup of minimum recording/measurement requirements.

Explains how to change items and navigate menus using the instrument's keys.

Instructions on how to input characters using the instrument's interface.

Identifies key elements of the screen display, including operation status and indicators.

Explains how various error conditions are indicated on the screen display, such as voltage/current overrange.

Provides a flowchart of the initial setup and preparation steps required before measurement.

Details initial preparations, including color coding of current sensors for identification.

Instructions on how to group and bundle cords and sensors using spiral tubes.

Step-by-step guide for installing the Z1003 battery pack, including charging.

Instructions for attaching the instrument strap securely.

Guide for initial setup of language, date/time, and measurement frequency.

Procedures for inspecting voltage cords, current sensors, AC adapter, and the instrument itself before use.

Step-by-step instructions for inserting the SD memory card, including removal.

Details on connecting the AC adapter for power supply and charging the battery.

Instructions for turning the instrument on and off, including the self-test procedure.

Advises allowing the instrument to warm up for 30 minutes for accurate measurements.

Lists items that can be configured using the Quick Set function, such as wiring and current range.

Explains how to apply additional settings in combination with Quick Set for desired recording configurations.

Outlines the procedure for connecting voltage cords and current sensors without using Quick Set.

Explains how to set the wiring method and declared input voltage, referencing the wiring diagram.

Details the selection of wiring methods for CH1-CH3 and ON/OFF for CH4.

Explains setting the declared input voltage for measurement, referenced in event settings.

Shows wiring diagrams for various measurement modes, illustrating ideal states.

Instructions on connecting voltage cords, including alligator clips and magnetic adapters.

Guide on connecting current sensors and configuring their settings, including color coding.

Details on selecting and connecting current sensors that are not optional.

Explains how to perform zero adjustment for DC components in voltage and current for accurate measurements.

Instructions on connecting voltage cords to measuring objects like bus bars and screws.

Guide on properly attaching current sensors to conductors for load and leakage current measurement.

Details on performing leakage current measurements using grounding wire or batch methods.

Explains how to check current values and select appropriate current ranges for sensors.

Describes the wiring check screen and how to interpret results (PASS, FAIL, CHECK).

Steps to take when wiring judgment results indicate issues, including re-checking connections.

Table detailing judgment conditions and confirmation steps for voltage input, current, phase, and power factor.

Details on configuring measurement settings like wiring method, declared input voltage, and current sensors.

Configuration of power factor, reactive power, THD, and energy cost settings.

Selecting voltage display format, calculation methods for power factor, THD, and energy cost.

Steps for inputting unit cost values and setting currency for energy cost calculations.

Configuration of recording parameters like storage destination, interval, items, and screen copies.

Setting the method for starting and stopping recording (Manual, Specified time, Repeat, Timer).

Options for setting folder and file names for saving data, including variable and automatic naming.

Configuration of event detection thresholds for voltage, frequency, inrush current, and harmonics.

Setting threshold values for frequency, voltage/current harmonic distortion, and inrush current.

Setting hysteresis for event thresholds to avoid frequent triggering.

Configuring timer events, external events, and event waveform recording times.

Settings for clock, beep sound, backlight, display language, display color, and phase names.

Procedure for resetting system settings to factory defaults, excluding measurement frequency and clock.

Instructions for performing a factory reset, which reverts all settings to default and erases internal memory.

Table listing default values for various settings, including parameters not initialized in Quick Set or System Reset.

Configuration for network interfaces (DHCP, IP address), FTP, Send Mail, RS-232C, and external output.

How to use the Hold function to fix waveform display and measured values.

Explains how to view and interpret overlapping voltage and current waveforms on the MONITOR screen.

How to adjust zoom factors and scroll waveforms displayed on the screen.

Using the cursor to view specific measured values and time points on waveforms.

Viewing electric power, apparent power, active power, and reactive power values.

Monitoring electric energy (consumption/regeneration), energy cost, and elapsed time.

Viewing detailed voltage information including RMS, peak, DC value, crest factor, and harmonic distortion.

Viewing detailed current information including RMS, peak, DC value, crest factor, and harmonic distortion.

Interpreting the vector diagram for voltage and current phase relationships and unbalance factors.

Analyzing harmonic data through graphs and numerical lists, including voltage, current, and power harmonics.

Instructions for manually starting and stopping recordings, and setting automatic start/stop times.

How recording starts based on interval timing, including handling cases where the set time has passed.

Details on setting up repeat recording based on time periods and intervals.

How to determine recording status (stopped, standby, in progress) from screen background and LED indicators.

How the instrument operates during power interruptions, including battery backup and data safety.

Notes on data display limitations and overwriting old data with new time series data.

How to view specific measured values and times using the cursor on trend graphs.

Instructions on scrolling trend graphs in all directions using the arrow keys.

How to search for and view specific events on the TREND screen, including accessing the EVENT MONITOR screen.

Analyzing basic trend data, showing fluctuations in maximum, minimum, and average values.

Setting display parameters for the basic trend graph, such as frequency and voltage types.

Selecting display channels based on items and wiring settings.

Choosing graph types (MAX, MIN, AVG, ALL) for displaying trend data.

Adjusting the vertical zoom factor for graphs.

Adjusting the horizontal zoom factor for trend graphs.

Checking fluctuation ranges of max/min values per wave or half-wave for detailed trend analysis.

Monitoring electric energy trends, including active, reactive, apparent energy, and energy cost.

Checking demand trends, available after firmware update.

Monitoring trends of harmonics and interharmonics, available after firmware update.

Checking trends of IEC flicker or ∆V10 flicker, available after firmware update.

Overview of the EVENT screen for viewing event lists and trend data.

Table showing how saved items vary based on the event type.

Detailed breakdown of event parameters, their notation, IN/OUT support, measurement items, and saved data.

How to check the list of occurred events, sorted by order of occurrence.

Steps to select an event number and view its detailed information, including waveform and graph.

Procedure to display the EVENT MONITOR screen for checking waveforms and measured values of events.

Explains how to switch between different views (trend data, waveform, electric power, etc.) within the EVENT MONITOR screen.

How to display and analyze event trend data (swell, dip, interruption, inrush) in a time series graph.

How to check transient waveforms during events, available after firmware update.

Table listing data types, extensions, formats, and where they can be saved (SD card or internal memory).

How to access and use the FILE screen to view contents of SD card and internal memory.

Explains the functions of keys used in the FILE mode, such as Load, Save, Copy, Delete, and Format.

Describes the required PQ3100 base folder structure on the SD memory card for saving data.

Details the folder structure for saving screen copies, setting data, measured data, and events on the SD card.

Explains how data is stored in internal memory, including limitations and transfer to SD card.

How to save the current screen display as a BMP file on the SD memory card.

Instructions on saving the instrument's current settings to the SD memory card or internal memory.

How to restore the instrument's settings from saved files on the SD card or internal memory.

How to load measured data from SD memory card or internal memory to check values on the instrument.

Procedure for copying folders and files from internal memory to the SD memory card.

How to delete folders and files stored on the SD memory card or internal memory.

Instructions on formatting the SD memory card or internal memory, including important notes on card compatibility and performance.

Safe procedure for removing the SD memory card during recording to prevent data damage.

Available methods for copying data to a computer, using SD card readers or USB cables.

Step-by-step guide for copying data from SD memory card to a computer using File Explorer.

Instructions for connecting the instrument to a computer via USB to copy data, including troubleshooting tips.

Details the capabilities of the PQ One software for analyzing instrument data, creating graphs, and generating reports.

Information on the contents of the included CD and the operating environment required for software installation.

Step-by-step guide for installing the PQ One application software on a computer.

Table summarizing the instrument's communication capabilities via USB, LAN, and RS-232C interfaces.

Tasks required for LAN communication: configuring instrument settings, building network environment, and connecting cables.

Configuration of LAN settings like IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

Examples of setting up network environments for existing networks or single computer connections.

Guidance on connecting the instrument to a network using LAN cables and verifying transmission/reception status.

How to remotely control the instrument via a web browser using its HTTP server function.

Troubleshooting steps for displaying the HTTP screen, including browser and LAN settings.

Steps for performing remote operation, including entering passwords and navigating the browser interface.

How to set and manage passwords for restricting access to the instrument's remote control features.

Steps for configuring RS-232C communication settings and connecting the instrument to a computer.

Overview of external I/O terminals for event signal input and output to external devices.

Tasks for using event input terminals, including setting and connecting.

Tasks for using event output terminals, including setting and connecting.

Details on the event input function, signal input methods, specifications, and timing charts.

Explains how the instrument outputs signals to external devices synchronized with events, including circuit diagrams and specifications.

Configuring external output settings like pulse type (short, long, ∆V10 alarm) and output behavior.

Guide on using cables to connect the instrument to external devices and wire connection procedures.

General specifications covering operating environment, temperature, storage, standards, power, recharge, operating time, and dimensions.

Details basic specifications including channels, terminals, wiring, input methods, resistance, voltage ratings, and measurement methods.

Lists various measurement items and their corresponding wiring notations and measurement cycles.

Details accuracy specifications, conditions for guaranteed accuracy, and effects of common mode voltage and external magnetic fields.

Specifications for transient overvoltage measurement, including method, displayed items, range, and event detection.

Specifications for frequency cycle measurements, including method, range, and event detection.

Specifications for RMS voltage measurements refreshed each half-cycle.

Specifications for RMS current measurements refreshed each half-cycle.

Specifications for swell events, including measurement method, displayed items, range, and event detection.

Specifications for dip events, including measurement method, displayed items, range, and event detection.

Specifications for interruption events, including measurement method, displayed items, range, and event detection.

Specifications for inrush current measurements, including method, displayed items, range, and event detection.

Specifications for 10-second and 200-ms frequency measurements, including event thresholds.

Specifications for measuring voltage and current waveform peaks.

Specifications for RMS voltage and current measurements, including accuracy and sensor dependency.

Specifications for measuring voltage DC and current DC values.

Specifications for voltage and current crest factor measurements.

Specifications for active and apparent power measurements, including displayed items, range, accuracy, and influence factors.

Specifications for reactive power measurements, including RMS and fundamental wave calculations.

Specifications for energy measurements (active, reactive, apparent) and energy cost calculation.

Specifications for power factor and displacement power factor measurements.

Specifications for harmonic voltage and current measurements, including analysis window and accuracy.

Specifications for interharmonic voltage and current measurements.

Specifications for harmonic voltage and current phase angle measurements.

Specifications for Voltage and Current THD measurements, including display selection and event thresholds.

Specifications for voltage unbalance factor measurements.

Specifications for current unbalance factor measurements.

Specifications for K Factor measurements.

RMS frequency characteristics for voltage, current, and power.

Explains the IEC61000-4-30 flagging concept for unreliable data during events like dips and swells.

Overview of the QUICK SET screen and its functions.

Details of the easy settings course for different modes like Voltage events, Inrush current, Trend record only, and EN50160.

How events are detected, including interval, external events, and manual events.

How event waveforms and trend data are saved synchronously with events.

Table indicating which event parameters are saved as waveforms and trend data.

Detailed breakdown of event parameters, their notation, IN/OUT support, measurement items, and saved data.

Specifications for the SD memory card slot, compatible cards, format, and supported functions.

Specifications for the LAN interface, including connector, electrical specs, transmission, protocol, and functions.

Specifications for the USB interface, including connector, method, connection destination, and functions.

Specifications for the RS-232C interface, including connector, method, communication speed, and functions.

Specifications for external control interfaces, including event input/output terminals and low-level output pulse width.

Formulas for calculating RMS voltage/current, dips, swells, interruptions, and inrush current across different wiring methods.

Formulas for calculating active power (P) for various wiring configurations.

Formulas for calculating Voltage DC and Current DC values.

Formulas for calculating apparent power (S) for different wiring types, including RMS and fundamental wave calculations.

Formulas for calculating reactive power (Q) for different wiring types, including RMS and fundamental wave calculations.

Formulas for calculating power factor (PF) and displacement power factor (DPF).

Formulas for calculating active, reactive, apparent energy, and energy cost.

Formulas for calculating voltage and current unbalance factors.

Formulas for calculating harmonic and interharmonic voltage and current.

Formulas for calculating harmonic phase angles.

Formulas for calculating Voltage and Current THD.

Describes averaging methods for various measurement items.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7131 AC Current Sensor.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7136 AC Current Sensor.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7126 AC Current Sensor.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7731 AC/DC Auto-Zero Current Sensor.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7736 AC/DC Auto-Zero Current Sensor.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7742 AC/DC Auto-Zero Current Sensor.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7044/CT7045/CT7046 AC Flexible Current Sensors.

Power range configurations and combination accuracy for CT7116 AC Leakage Current Sensor.

Information on calibration frequency and contacting Hioki for calibration services.

Troubleshooting guide for common issues like SD card errors, display problems, and key malfunctions.

Information on replaceable parts like batteries and LCD backlight, and their expected operating lifetimes.

Instructions for cleaning the instrument and its LCD screen.

Lists system and file error codes, their causes, and corrective actions for the instrument.

Lists SD card error codes, their causes, and corrective actions, including compatibility and formatting issues.

Error codes related to internal memory issues (full, corrupt) and their resolution.

Instructions for safely disposing of the instrument and its battery according to local regulations.

Lists measurement items and their corresponding display notations.

Explanation of transient overvoltage events, their causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of voltage swell events, their causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of voltage dip events, their causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of interruption events, their causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of frequency fluctuations, their causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of harmonics, their causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of interharmonics, their causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of inrush current, its causes, and potential events.

Explanation of flicker phenomena, causes, and measurement items, available after firmware update.

Explanation of unbalance in voltage and current, causes, and primary faults.

Explanation of high-order harmonic components and their potential impact.

Measurement method and recorded data for transient overvoltage events.

Diagram illustrating transient waveform detection.

Defines Event IN and Event OUT for transient overvoltage detection.

How voltage swells, dips, and interruptions are detected using RMS voltage measurements.

Defines Event IN and OUT for voltage swells, dips, and interruptions.

Measurement method for frequency (200 ms) and its event detection criteria.

Defines Event IN and OUT for frequency (200 ms) detection.

Measurement method for frequency (1 wave) and its event detection criteria.

Defines Event IN and OUT for frequency (1 wave) detection.

How voltage and current THD events are detected based on calculated values and thresholds.

Measurement method and event detection for inrush current.

Defines Event IN and OUT for inrush current detection.

How timer events are generated and recorded at set intervals.

How external events are detected via EXT I/O terminals.

How manual events are generated by pressing the MANUAL EVENT key.

Explains the recording methods for basic and harmonics trend screens.

Details on recording basic and harmonics trends, available after firmware update.

Explanation of detailed trend recording, showing RMS voltage refreshed each half-cycle.

How waveforms observed in 200-ms aggregation periods are recorded as event waveforms.

Specifies the recording period for event waveforms based on frequency (50 Hz/60 Hz).

Diagram illustrating event recording for 200-ms aggregation.

Diagram illustrating event recording for 1-cycle or half-cycle data.

How to verify aggregation values for magnitude of supply voltage, harmonics, and unbalance according to IEC61000-4-30.

Information on measuring IEC flicker, available after firmware update.

Explanation of the IEC flicker meter and its function diagram.

How to select weighted filters for lamp systems.

How flicker statistics are compiled using cumulative probability function.

Definition and calculation of short interval flicker (Pst).

Definition and calculation of long interval flicker (Plt).

Explanation of the ∆V10 flicker meter and its calculation method.

Diagram illustrating the ∆V10 flicker function.

Graph showing the ∆V10 perceived flicker coefficient.

Explanation of 3-phase/3-wire/3-wattmeter measurement, including active power calculation.

Explanation of 3-phase/3-wire/2-wattmeter measurement and active power derivation.

Notes on using calculated values for reactive power, apparent power, and power factor, and limitations of 2-wattmeter measurement.

Information on calibration frequency and contacting Hioki for calibration services.

Troubleshooting guide for common issues like SD card errors, display problems, and key malfunctions.

Information on replaceable parts like batteries and LCD backlight, and their expected operating lifetimes.

Instructions for cleaning the instrument and its LCD screen.

Lists system and file error codes, their causes, and corrective actions for the instrument.

Lists SD card error codes, their causes, and corrective actions, including compatibility and formatting issues.

Error codes related to internal memory issues (full, corrupt) and their resolution.

Instructions for safely disposing of the instrument and its battery according to local regulations.