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Siemens MD-12HD User Manual

Siemens MD-12HD
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ii Siemens Industry, Inc.
User Guide
MD-12HD
MD-48HD
Networked Metering Systems
A6V11564207

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Siemens MD-12HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSiemens
ModelMD-12HD
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Unpacking the Unit

Instructions for unpacking the MD-xxHD meter and its components.

MD-xxHD Components

Alternate Product Configuration

MD-xxHD Meter Safety Summary and Specifications

Symbols on Equipment

Explanation of safety symbols used on the meter equipment.

Symbols in Documentation

Explanation of safety symbols used within the user documentation.

Maintenance

Meter Safety

Building Service Safety Requirements

Safety guidelines for installing equipment in panel boards or switchgears.

Meter Installation Safety Requirements

Specific safety requirements for installing MD-xxHD meters.

Planning For Field Installation

Project Manager Aspects

Coordination and tool considerations for meter installation.

Configuration and Data Viewing Options

Overview of methods for meter configuration and data viewing.

Information Access by Interface Type

Meter Configuration Overview

Meter Installation Overview

Overview of the tasks involved in meter installation.

Verification and Communication Overview

RTU Programming and Scripting Overview

Overview of programming and scripting for RTU communication.

Meter Configuration - Details

Install the ViewPoint HD Software

Steps to install the ViewPoint HD software for meter configuration.

Typical Installation

Standard procedure for installing ViewPoint HD software.

Custom Installation

Installation Trouble Shooting

Common issues and solutions for ViewPoint HD software installation.

Connection and Configuration Options Using ViewPoint HD

USB Connection (Power and Communications)

Connecting the meter via USB for power and communication.

Preferred Connection via USB A to B Cable

Ethernet Network Connections

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Using DHCP for automatic IP address assignment for network communication.

Direct

Direct PC connection to the meter via Ethernet cable.

No LCD Display

Network Scan

Launch Configurator

Option to create meter setup files without connecting to a meter.

ViewPoint HD Software Overview

ViewPoint HD Documentation

ViewPoint HD™™ Documentation—Instructional Videos

Configuring Electrical Components using ViewPoint HD

Configuring Communications using Viewpoint HD

Configuring Alarms in ViewPoint HD

Configuration Input Methods

Methods for specifying alarm settings using dynamic entry.

Setting the Real Time Clock

Real Time Clock Power Source

Details on the power source for the Real Time Clock circuit.

Retrieving Interval Data

MD-xxHD Web App Overview

Connect to Web App using USB

Connecting the meter to a smart device via USB for web app access.

Connect to Web App using Ethernet

Connecting the meter via Ethernet for web app access.

Authentication

Configuring PIN to restrict access to the MD-xxHD Web App.

MacOS Users

Meter Installation - Details

Meter Mounting Configurations

Overview of different mounting options for MD-xxHD meters.

Installation Sequence

Wiring the MD-xxHD Meter in a 3-wire, Split & Service Panel

Wiring the MD-xxHD Meter in a 4-wire, 3 & Service Panel

Current Transformer Basics

Ensure CT orientation and placement

Guidelines for correct orientation and placement of current transformers.

Wiring the CTs to the MD-xxHD Meter

Communication and Verification - Details

Physical Connections on an RS-485 Multidrop Network

Details on physical connections for RS-485 multidrop networks.

Communication Verification

ViewPoint HD/MD-xxHD Web App

Physical Interface Verification

Verifying the physical interface settings for communication.

LAN Ethernet Network Verification

Verifying meter settings over Ethernet network connection.

DHCP

Configuration for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).

Static IP

Configuration for assigning a static IP address to the meter.

Protocol Verification

Modbus Settings

Configuration details for Modbus communication protocols.

BACnet Settings

Configuration details for BACnet communication protocols.

Pulse Inputs

ALARM (SPDT)

Configuration and usage of user-configurable alarms.

12 Volt Auxiliary Power

Access Restriction Limitations

Limitations on accessing meter data without PIN credentials.

Security PIN Protection

Explanation of the meter's PIN protection levels and logic.

Using the Permission Registers

Read Only Permission Register

Configuration for read-only user access to meter data.

Read/Write Permission Register

Configuration for read/write user access to meter configuration.

Reading PINs over Modus

Methods to read PINs using Modbus for forgotten PIN lookup.

ViewPoint HD – Unrestricted Access

Using ViewPoint HD for unrestricted reading and writing of configuration.

Verification of Installation

Installation Phase Verification

Procedure to verify correct phasing and CT installation.

Phase Checking By Phasor Plot

Check for Low Power Factor

Identifying phase errors by checking for low power factor values.

CT Orientation Check

Power Factor Convention

Total Harmonic Distortion

Explanation of total harmonic distortion measurement in power.

Pre-Processing Aids

Snap Thresholds

Registers to set thresholds for recording zero values.

Multipliers

Registers for transformer winding ratios and scaling adjustments.

CT Phase Shifts

Correction for phase shifts in current transformers.

Demand

Tracking electrical demand using a 15-minute sliding window.

RTU Programming and Scripting - Details

Register Organization

Organization of registers for communication protocols.

Element vs. System Scope

Definitions of 'Element' and 'Channel' scope in data points.

System

Configuring Element and Channel Register for Service Types

Configuring registers for different service types and channels.

Configuring System Registers

Modbus Protocol Commands

Supported Modbus commands for meter interaction.

Slave Address

Setting and understanding the Modbus slave address.

Modbus String Entry

Guidelines for entering string data into Modbus registers.

String example 1: Change a Static IP Address

Specific Implementation Examples - Element A set to ID 1

Example of setting Element A to ID 1 using Modbus/TCP.

String example 2: Element Description

Specific Implementation Examples - Element A set to ID 1

Example of setting Element A to ID 1 using Modbus/TCP.

Floating Point Registry Entry

SELECTING THE DATA TYPE

Choosing the correct data type for floating point values.

Entering Floating Point Data Using a Script

Process for entering floating point data via scripts or utilities.

Commands Requiring a Processor Reset

BACnet

BACnet Device ID

Requirement for unique BACnet Device IDs on the network.

BACnet Segmentation

Explanation of BACnet segmentation limitations.

BACnet Structured View

Using BACnet Structured View for logical object grouping.

Appendix A—MD-xxHD LCD Menu Navigation

About Meter

Details displayed in the 'About Meter' section of the LCD.

Menu Navigation

Communication Navigation

Appendix B—Enclosure Dimensions

Appendix C—Mounting Templates

Enclosure Internal Mounting Hole Locations

Diagrams showing internal mounting hole locations for enclosures.

Appendix D— MD-xxHD Technical Specifications

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