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YOKOGAWA WT500 User Manual

YOKOGAWA WT500
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IM 760201-01E
1st Edition
Power Analyzer

Table of Contents

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YOKOGAWA WT500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePower Analyzer
Power MeasurementActive, Reactive, Apparent Power
Frequency RangeDC, 0.5 Hz to 100 kHz
DisplayLCD
Channels1 to 4
Voltage Measurement Range1.5 V to 1000 V (depending on the sensor)
Basic Accuracy0.1%
Harmonic AnalysisUp to 50th
InterfacesEthernet

Summary

Chapter 1 Component Names and Functions

1.1 Front Panel, Rear Panel, and Top Panel

Identifies and describes the physical controls and connectors on the instrument.

1.2 Setup Menu Display and Operation Keys

Explains the functions of panel keys and how to navigate setup menus.

1.3 Screen Display

Details the layout and elements of the instrument's screen display.

Chapter 2 Features

2.1 System Configuration and Block Diagram

Overview of the WT500's system configuration and internal block diagram.

2.2 Measurement Functions and Periods

Explains available measurement functions and the concept of measurement periods.

2.3 Measurement Conditions

Details various measurement conditions like wiring systems and input element configurations.

2.7 Waveform Display

Details how to display and interpret voltage and current waveforms.

Chapter 3 Before You Start Measuring

3.1 Handling Precautions

General precautions for safe and proper handling of the instrument.

3.2 Installing the Instrument

Guidelines for proper installation environment and conditions.

3.3 Connecting the Power Supply

Instructions for safely connecting the power cord and ensuring proper grounding.

3.5 Precautions for Wiring the Circuit That You Will Measure

Critical safety warnings and guidelines for wiring connections to avoid shock.

3.13 Initializing the Settings

Steps to reset all settings to factory defaults.

Chapter 4 Measurement Conditions

4.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to measurement conditions.

4.2 Selecting a Wiring System

How to select the appropriate wiring system for measurement.

4.4 Setting the Measurement Ranges for Direct Input

How to set voltage and current measurement ranges for direct input.

4.7 Setting the Measurement Period

How to set the measurement period and synchronization source.

4.10 Selecting an Averaging Method

Choosing between exponential and moving averages for measurements.

4.11 Selecting a Crest Factor

How to set the crest factor for measurement range adjustment.

Chapter 5 Power Measurement

5.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to power measurement.

5.2 Displaying Numeric Data and Changing Displayed Items

Instructions on how to view and modify numeric measurement data displays.

5.6 Integration

Details on the integration feature, including modes and operations.

5.13 Setting User-Defined Functions

Guide for creating and configuring custom measurement equations.

Chapter 6 Harmonic Measurement (Optional)

6.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to harmonic measurement.

6.2 Changing Numeric Data Display Items

How to select and change displayed numeric data items for harmonic analysis.

6.3 Selecting the PLL Source

Procedure for selecting a PLL source for stable harmonic analysis.

6.4 Setting the Measured Harmonic Orders

How to specify the minimum and maximum harmonic orders for measurement.

6.7 Displaying Bar Graphs and Making Cursor Measurements

How to display harmonic data as bar graphs and use cursors for measurement.

Chapter 7 Waveform Display

7.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to waveform display.

7.2 Displaying Waveforms

Procedure for displaying voltage and current waveforms on the screen.

7.5 Setting the Trigger

Guide on configuring trigger mode, source, slope, and level for waveform capture.

7.9 Measuring with Cursors

How to use cursors to measure values on displayed waveforms.

Chapter 8 Trend Display

8.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to trend display.

8.2 Displaying Trends

Procedure for displaying trend graphs of measurement data over time.

8.4 Setting Which Measurement Functions to Display Using Trends

Procedures for selecting measurement functions and harmonic orders for trend display.

8.10 Measuring with Cursors

How to use cursors to measure values on displayed trends.

Chapter 9 Storing Numeric Data and Saving Stored Numeric Data

9.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to data storage.

9.2 Setting the Storage Mode

How to select manual, real-time, or integration synchronization storage modes.

9.4 Setting the Store Count, Store Interval, and the Scheduled Storage Start and End Times

Configuration of storage parameters like count, interval, and scheduled times.

9.5 Choosing Where to Store Numeric Data

How to select the storage medium (USB, RAM) and directory.

9.6 Storing Numeric Data

Procedure for starting, stopping, and resetting the numeric data storage operation.

Chapter 10 Saving and Loading Data

10.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to saving and loading data.

10.3 Saving Setup Parameters, Waveform Display Data, and Numeric Data

Procedures for saving setup parameters, waveform data, and numeric data.

10.5 Loading Setup Parameters and Displaying File Properties

Procedures for loading saved setup parameters and viewing file properties.

10.6 Deleting Files

Instructions for deleting files from storage media.

Chapter 11 Ethernet Interface (Optional)

11.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to the Ethernet interface.

11.2 Connecting to a Network

Instructions for connecting the WT500 to a PC via a network (hub/router).

11.3 Configuring TCP/IP Settings

Steps to configure DHCP, IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS settings.

11.4 Accessing the WT500 from a PC or Workstation (FTP server feature)

How to access the WT500's internal storage via FTP from a PC.

Chapter 12 RGB Video Signal (VGA) Output (Optional) and Other Features

12.1 Panel Keys and Setup Menus Used in This Chapter

Identifies panel keys and setup menus relevant to VGA output and other features.

12.3 Zero-Level Compensation

Procedure for performing zero-level compensation for accurate measurements.

12.4 NULL Feature

How to enable and disable the NULL feature to subtract DC offset.

12.5 Setting the Key and Shift Locks

Instructions for activating key lock and shift lock to prevent accidental operations.

Chapter 13 Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and Inspection

13.1 Troubleshooting

A guide to identifying and resolving common problems and unusual circumstances.

13.2 Error Messages and Troubleshooting Methods

Explains error messages and provides solutions for troubleshooting.

13.3 Self-Test

Procedure for performing memory and keyboard self-tests.

13.4 Displaying the System Overview

How to view instrument details like model, firmware, and option configurations.

Chapter 14 Specifications

14.1 Input

Technical specifications related to input terminals and signal conditioning.

14.5 Accuracy

Detailed accuracy specifications for voltage, current, and power measurements.

14.6 Functions

Summary of instrument functions including frequency range, averaging, and integration.

Appendix 1 Symbols and Determination of Measurement Functions

Measurement Functions Used in Normal Measurement

Explains symbols and computation methods for normal measurement functions.

Measurement Functions Used in Harmonic Measurement (Table 1/2)

Lists measurement functions and computation methods for harmonic measurements.

Delta Computation (Optional)

Explains computed results for delta computation and related symbols.

Appendix 2 List of Initial Settings and Numeric Data Display Order

Factory Default Settings (Example for a Model with Three Input Elements Installed)

Lists the default settings for various instrument parameters.

Numeric Data Display Order (Example for a Model with Three Input Elements Installed)

Shows the default order for displaying numeric data in different display modes.

Appendix 3 Power Basics (Power, harmonics, and AC RLC circuits)

AC Power

Explains AC power calculation, apparent power, active power, and power factor.

Harmonics

Explains harmonics in AC power systems and related terminology.

Appendix 4 How to Make Accurate Measurements

Effects of Power Loss

Discusses minimizing power loss effects on measurement accuracy through proper wiring.

When the Measured Current Is Relatively Large

Wiring considerations for accurate measurements with high currents.

Effects of Stray Capacitance

Explains how stray capacitance affects accuracy and how to minimize it.

Appendix 5 Setting the Measurement Period

Synchronization Source

Explains the role of the synchronization source in determining the measurement period.

Deciding Whether to Use Voltage or Current Input as the Synchronization Source

Guidance on selecting the most suitable input signal for synchronization.

Appendix 6 USB Keyboard Character Assignments

104 Keyboard (US)

Mapping of USB keyboard keys to WT500 functions and characters.

Appendix 7 User-Defined Function Operands

Measurement Functions

Lists measurement functions and their corresponding operands used in user-defined functions.

User-Defined Function

Lists user-defined functions F1 to F8 and their parameters.