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Siemens MD-P1 User Manual

Siemens MD-P1
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125-201
Smart Infrastructure
09/30/2019
125-201, Rev DA
MD-P1 and MD-P1D Model
Power Meters
User Guide

Table of Contents

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Siemens MD-P1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSiemens
ModelMD-P1
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Product Description

Describes the MD-P1 and MD-P1D Power Meters' function, communication, and capabilities.

Meter Anatomy

Safety Summary and Specifications

Symbols on Equipment

Sensor Limitations

MD Power Meter Technical Specifications

Mechanical and System Specifications

Maintenance

Installation

Power Meter Components and Connections

Illustrates the physical parts of the meter and their connection points.

Mounting the MD-P1 and MD-P1D Power Meters

Connecting the MD-P1 and MD-P1D Power Meters

Explains the types of wiring connections available on the meters for RS-485, voltage, CTs, digital output, and USB.

Completing the Wiring Connections

FLN Cable Connection and Insulation

CT Wiring Connections

Current Transformer (CT) Selection

Setting the P1 Address

P1 Address Decimal to Hexadecimal Conversion

Provides a conversion table for decimal to hexadecimal values used in meter addressing.

Powering and Single-Phase Connections

Typical 230V Single-Phase Panel Setup

Details wiring for a 230V single-phase panel connection, including voltage and CT connections.

Typical 115V Single-Phase Panel Setup

Details wiring for a 115V single-phase panel connection, including voltage and CT connections.

System Values and Phase Checking

Verifying Setup Using the LEDs

Describes how to interpret the meter's bi-color LEDs to confirm correct CT and phase connections.

MD-P1 and MD-P1D Power Meters Wiring Diagrams

LED Error Resolution

A table detailing LED error conditions and their corresponding correction steps.

Supported P1 Applications

MD-P1 Point Map Comparison

Appendix A - Decimal to Hexadecimal Conversion Table

Appendix B - CT Wire Lead Polarity

Appendix C - MD-P1D Visual Display

Appendix D - Monitoring and Servicing

ViewPoint Service Software

Outlines the capabilities of the ViewPoint software for meter setup and service.

Obtaining and Installing ViewPoint Software

Guides users on how to download and install the free ViewPoint software.

Connecting and Communicating via USB

Initial Meter Setup

Details the steps for the initial setup of the meter using ViewPoint software.

Communications Screen

Connecting to the Meter

Describes how to click the 'Connect' button and what data is uploaded.

Meter Setup Screen

Setup Verification and Configuration

Appendix E - Installing Firmware Updates

Downloading and Installing Firmware

Provides steps for downloading and installing firmware updates for the power meters.

Firmware Update Screen

Verifying Installation with ViewPoint Software

Real-Time Values Screen

Appendix F - Measuring Consumption and Demand

Calculating Total Consumption Example

Demonstrates how to calculate total energy consumption using meter readings.

Measuring and Calculating Demand (kW)

Trending Data

Collecting Energy Data

Discusses methods for collecting energy data for monitoring and reporting.

Peak Demand Limiting

Explains how utilities charge for demand and the benefit of limiting peak demand.

Data Reliability

Power Failure

Explains how meter values are retained or lost during a power failure.

Appendix G - MD-P1D Visual Display

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

Glossary

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