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Metcom Solutions MCS301 - User Manual

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MCS301
Polyphase Smart Meter
Product Manual
Document name MCS301 Manual_EN_V24.doc
Document number: Revision 1.25
Date of version: 15.11.2019

Table of Contents

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Metcom Solutions MCS301 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMetcom Solutions
ModelMCS301
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview of MCS301 Smart Meter

Definitions and Abbreviations

Defines key terms and abbreviations used in the manual for clear understanding of technical content.

Meter Standards Compliance

Details the IEC and MID standards the MCS301 meter has been tested and approved against.

Safety and Maintenance Information

Safety Instructions

Provides critical safety regulations for installation, handling, and operation to prevent hazards.

Maintenance Procedures

Outlines the maintenance requirements, cleaning guidelines, and disposal procedures for the meter.

Meter Construction Details

Front View Identification

Illustrates and labels the components visible on the front of the MCS301 meter.

External Meter Dimensions

Provides detailed physical dimensions and drawings of the meter's external structure.

Meter Case Components

Describes the various parts of the meter's case, including terminal blocks and covers.

Sealing Mechanisms

Details the different types of seals used on the meter for security and integrity.

Name Plate Information

Explains the information printed on the meter's nameplate, such as serial number and ratings.

Display Control and Modes

LCD Display Overview

Describes the format, size, and elements of the meter's liquid crystal display.

Display Modes and Navigation

Explains the different operating modes for the display and how to navigate them using buttons.

Scroll Mode Functionality

Details the standard display function, measured values in rolling mode, and list parameters.

Different Display Modes Explained

Covers alternate mode (A-button) and reset mode (R-button) with supported options.

Optical Display Sensor Function

Describes the function of the optical sensor for activating the display when buttons are inaccessible.

Measurement Functionality and Methods

Core Measuring Principle

Explains the meter's measurement principle using ASIC and DSP for accurate data processing.

Calculation of Electrical Quantities

Details the calculation methods for voltage, current, active, reactive, apparent demand, and harmonics.

Measurement Methods Explained

Describes the standard vectorial, absolute, and arithmetic measuring methods used by the meter.

Measurement Data Details

Energy Measurement Registers

Lists supported energy registers, including 3ph values, tariffs, and OBIS codes.

Maximum Demand Measurement

Details the characteristics of demand measurement, types, tariffs, and configurable periods.

Instantaneous Measurement Values

Provides lists of instantaneous demand and PQ data, including values with and without harmonics.

Average, Minimum, and Maximum Interval Data

Describes how average, minimum, and maximum values are calculated and stored over defined intervals.

Primary vs. Secondary Measurement

Explains the difference between secondary and primary measurements considering CT/VT ratios.

Meter Registration and Identification

Meter Identification Details

Explains system title, logical device name, and utility device ID based on DLMS/COSEM model.

Registration via Data Notification Service

Describes meter registration at HES using system title and data notification service.

Tariff Management Features

Activity Calendar and Special Days

Details the activity calendar and special day table for defining tariff programs.

Real Time Clock Functionality

Explains the real-time clock characteristics, battery backup, and time synchronization.

Time and Date Handling

Covers Gregorian and Iranian calendars, and DST time change configurations.

End of Billing and Demand Reset

Billing and Demand Reset Sources

Defines configurable sources for ending billing periods and demand resets.

General Behavior After Demand Reset

Describes meter behavior after a demand reset, including historical data storage.

End of Billing Profile Register

Details the storage of historical data for energy and demand registers at end of billing.

Data Model and Communication Protocols

Supported Data Model and Identification

Explains the meter's data model and identification system using OBIS and IDIS.

Communication Protocol Options

Details the supported communication protocols like DLMS and EN62056-21.

Load Profile Functionality

General Load Profile Structure

Describes the common structure of load profiles, including timestamps, status, and values.

Load Profile 1 - Standard Profile Details

Specifies characteristics of Load Profile 1, including configurable interval and selectable quantities.

Load Profile 2 - Daily Profile Details

Details the configuration and data for Load Profile 2, designed for daily energy recording.

Load Profile 3 - Average Profile Details

Outlines the characteristics of Load Profile 3 for storing average values of parameters.

Load Profile 4 - Maximum Profile Details

Specifies the configuration for Load Profile 4, which captures maximum values of parameters.

Load Profile 5 - Minimum Profile Details

Details the configuration of Load Profile 5 for capturing minimum values of parameters.

Load Profile 6 - Harmonics and THD Values

Explains Load Profile 6 for capturing harmonics and Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) data.

Snapshot Profiles for Instantaneous Values

Describes snapshot profiles for instantaneous PQ and energy values via optical port.

Load Profiles 7-10 for M-Bus Meters

Details Load Profiles 7-10 designed for use with up to 4 M-Bus meters.

Event and Alarm Management

Event Management Types

Lists the 7 main groups of events supported by the meter, including Standard, Fraud, and Power Quality logs.

Alarm Management Overview

Describes the alarm handling process involving registers, filtering, descriptors, and sending.

Event Log File Details

Log File 1: Standard Event Log

Details the events recorded in the Standard Event Log, including power events and parameter changes.

Log File 2: Fraud Detection Event Log

Explains events related to fraud detection, such as terminal cover removal and magnetic field detection.

Log File 3: Disconnector Control Log

Lists events related to the disconnector's status, including manual, remote, and limiter threshold actions.

Log File 4: Power Quality Event Log

Details events related to power quality issues like undervoltage, overvoltage, and phase asymmetry.

Log File 5: Communication Event Log

Records events related to communication module status, GPRS registration, and connections.

Log File 6: Power Failure Event Log

Logs events related to power failures, including duration and phase-specific interruptions.

Log File 7: Special Event Log

Stores special events and total active energy consumption related data.

Log File 8: M-Bus Event Log

Records events related to M-Bus communication, device installation, and errors.

Power Quality Measurement and Indicators

Average Voltage Measurement

Explains how average voltage per phase is determined and stored according to COSEM objects.

Under-;Overvoltage (Sags and Swells)

Details the meter's detection of under and overvoltage events, including thresholds and parameters.

Voltage Cut (Power Outage) Detection

Describes the detection of voltage cuts (power outages) based on threshold and time parameters.

Harmonics and THD Measurement

Covers the meter's capability to measure harmonics up to 15th and THD up to 32th.

Unbalanced Load Analysis

Explains the condition of unbalanced load and how it's detected based on current deviations.

Voltage Unbalance Monitoring

Details the monitoring of voltage unbalance and its detection criteria.

Power Quality Indicators (W1-W4)

Defines indicators for slow voltage variation (W1), THD (W2), voltage unbalance (W3), and flicker (W4).

Power Outage Monitoring

General Power Outage Information

Categorizes power failures into short, long, and power down types.

Power Outage Counters

Details counters for short and long power failures across all phases and individual phases.

Power Outage Duration Register

Stores the duration of the last long power failure in all phases and individual phases.

Power Failure Event Log

Contains events related to long power outages, including timestamps, durations, and event codes.

Configuration Parameters

Standard Configuration Parameters

Lists parameters that can be changed depending on access rights, such as demand registers and thresholds.

Global Key Parameters for Security

Details global key parameters related to authentication and encryption for meter security.

Inputs and Outputs

Communication Interface Options

Describes various communication interfaces like Optical, M-Bus, RS485, RS232, and Ethernet.

Meter Inputs Configuration

Details the meter's control and pulse inputs, including their assignment and electrical characteristics.

Meter Outputs Configuration

Explains the electronic and mechanical relay outputs, their assignments, and overload control features.

Customer Interface and Data Handling

Physical Interface (P1) Details

Describes the RJ12 connector, pin assignments, and physical interface for customer connection.

Data Interface According to DSMR 5.0

Specifies the protocol and data transfer format for the P1 port based on EN62056-21 Mode D.

Data Interface According to IDIS Package 2

Explains data security (encryption/authentication) for CII communication via IDIS package 2.

Load Control Relay for External Disconnect

Disconnect Control Methods

Details remote, manual, and schedule-based control of the load control relay.

Load Limitation Control

Explains disconnect control via load limitation in normal and emergency operations.

Security Functions and Protections

Status and Fatal Error Message Registers

Describes the alarm and fatal error registers, including bit assignments for various errors.

Tamper Detection Features

Details features like terminal/main cover detection, magnetic field detection, and anti-creep.

Meter Reprogramming Protection

Covers password protection (LLS), high-level security (HLS), and HW jumper protection.

Firmware (FW) Upgrade Process

FW Upgrade Process Steps

Outlines the main steps of FW upgrade: Initial Phase, Image Transfer, Check, and Activation.

Active Firmware Identification

Explains how to identify active firmware versions using COSEM objects.

M-Bus Support and Configuration

General M-Bus Communication

Describes M-Bus interface support, master functionality, and wired M-BUS definitions.

M-Bus Device ID and Profile

Details device IDs for M-Bus meters and the meter's M-Bus profile features.

M-Bus Event Management

Covers M-Bus event codes, alarm registers, and status information.

M-Bus Installation Procedures

Explains the process of installing M-Bus devices, including scanning and addressing.

GPRS Support and Push Process

GPRS Interface and Addressing

Details GPRS interface, IP network addressing, and communication services.

Push Process Configuration

Explains the push process involving triggering objects, script tables, and setup configurations.

Time Synchronization Using NTP

Describes time synchronization using an NTP server in combination with COM200 module.

Client and Server Architecture

Client Associations Explained

Describes Public, Pre-established, Management, and Reading clients and their SAPs.

Parallel Association Policies

Outlines policies for establishing parallel associations across different communication ports.

Calibration and Testing Procedures

Factory Calibration and Customer Testing

States that factory calibration is done and outlines preconditions for accuracy testing.

Manufacturer Specific Test Mode

Explains how to enter a special test mode for reducing test durations.

Simple Creep and Anti-Creep Test

Describes how to perform and view results of creep and anti-creep tests on the display or LED.

Reading and Configuration Tool

Installation and Start-Up Procedures

Installation and General Function Control

Details mechanical installation and initial power-up checks, including phase voltage indication.

Installation Check via Meter Display

Describes how to test meter functions like scroll mode, display check, and phase failure indication.

Installation Comments and Fuse Protection

Provides recommendations for fuse protection in low voltage applications.

MCS301 Type Key Information

Type Key for HW Version Up to V1.3

Explains the type key structure for hardware versions up to V1.3, detailing configuration options.

Type Key for HW Version from V1.5 Onwards

Details the type key structure for hardware versions from V1.5 onwards.

Technical Data of the MCS301 Meter

Connection Diagrams

Complete Connection Diagram

Shows the complete connection diagram including main and auxiliary connections.

Mains Connection Diagrams

Illustrates mains connection diagrams for different configurations (4-wire, 3-wire, CT).