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Radian RD-30 User Manual

Radian RD-30
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RD-30
Portable Three-phase
Electricity Standard
Radian Research reserves the right to change
any information provided within this document
without notice. 010813-1A1
944030.B
Operations Manual
Radian Research, Inc.
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Radian RD-30 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRadian
ModelRD-30
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Introduction

Enhanced Design Features

Details on A/D and DSP Technology and PC Support for enhanced analysis and testing.

Power Analysis

RD-30's Dytronic A/D converter for accurate power/energy measurement, including harmonics up to 204th order.

Safety Design

Input connections designed for safety, preventing access to harmful signals on the front panel.

Configurations Available

Generating RD-30 Model Numbers

Explains how the last three digits of the RD-30 model number determine measurement functions and physical configuration.

Specifications

Accuracy

Details guaranteed accuracy for measurement functions and harmonic evaluation with varying orders.

Normal Operating Conditions

Lists input potential, current options, auxiliary power, power factor, temperature, humidity, frequency, and warm-up time.

Protection

Covers isolation, dielectric withstand, surge withstand, and fuse types for protecting the unit.

Operations Overview

Measurement Principle

Explains the charge-balance integrating analog-to-digital converter and two A/D converters for accurate voltage and current measurements.

Voltage and Current Inputs

Discusses autoranging voltage and current inputs with compensated transformer for accuracy and immunity to stray fields.

Serial Port Communications Terminal

Details the DB-9 connector for software packages, re-calibration, and field upgrades of the unit.

Built-in Computer

Details the color QVGA LCD display, touch screen technology, and stylus for user interaction with the unit.

Service & Routine Maintenance

Repair

Recommends Radian Research for repairs and provides information for requesting RMA.

Recalibration

Recommends yearly recalibration and suggests cross-checking with other Radian models for accuracy assurance.

Fuse Replacement

Details the location and procedure for replacing the three potential input and one auxiliary power fuses.

Warranty

Quality

Operating System and Structure

Configure Device

Details the Device Configuration window for model, serial, version, calibration, and firmware updates.

Harmonics

Enables analysis of harmonics up to the 204th order, with data, waveform, and bar chart views.

Run Meter Test

Sets up and runs meter tests, defining DUT, test type, function, pulses, and parameters.

Run Standard Test

Sets up and runs standard tests, defining DUT, test type, function, duration, and parameters.

RD-30 System Configurations and Set-Up

RD-30 Status Indicator LED

Application Information

Meter Testing

Guides for testing single or three-phase meters in field or lab using manual switch or automated sensors.

Sensor Meter Testing Using the RR-DS, RR-1H, or RR-KYZ Sensors

Instructions for connecting and using RR-DS, RR-1H, or RR-KYZ sensors for meter testing.

Standards Testing

Guides for testing single or three-phase standards using pulse counting or time-based methods.

Viewing Harmonics

Test Accessories

RR-DS Meter Disk Sensor

Describes the RR-DS reflective pickup assembly for sensing meter disk rotation, with mounting options.

RR-1H Optical Pickup for Infrared LED

Details the RR-1H for sensing infrared pulses from solid-state meters, with alignment and gain control features.

RM-OA Optical Adapter

Adapter for solid-state meters emitting infrared pulses, magnetically couples to communication port.

RM-1S Remote Reset Switch

Normally closed push button switch connecting directly to Port 1 of the RD-30.

Appendix: RD Current Connector Locking Mechanism

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