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transformer transformer functions
Preface
CPC 100 User Manual
About this user manual Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories
Since the scope of this User Manual is confined to the most important information about a The CPC 100 must be used in observance of all existing safety requirements from national Orderly measures
specific subject, the CPC 100 User Manual complements the CPC 100 Reference Manual, standards for accident prevention and environmental protection. Before operating the CPC 100,
however, it does not replace it. The CPC 100 Reference Manual is available in PDF format on read the following safety instructions carefully. Do not turn on or use the CPC 100 if you do not ► This User Manual only complements the CPC 100 Reference Manual available in PDF
the Primary Test Manager DVD and the CPC 100 Start Page. understand the information in this manual. If any of the safety instructions are unclear, contact format on the Primary Test Manager DVD and the CPC 100 Start Page. However, it does
OMICRON. not replace it.
Reading the CPC 100 User Manual alone does not release the user from the duty of complying ► Either this User Manual or the CPC 100 Reference Manual should always be available on
with all national and international safety regulations relevant for working with the CPC 100, for the site where the CPC 100 is being used.
example, the regulation EN 50191 “Erection and Operation of Electrical Test Equipment” as well Principle use according to regulations
► Personnel assigned to use the CPC 100 should carefully read the CPC 100 User Manual/
as the applicable regulations for accident prevention in the country and at the site of operation. ► Use CPC 100 and its accessories only in a technically sound condition. Reference Manual - in particular the section on safety instructions - before beginning to work
► Make sure its use is in accordance with the regulations on site and the designated use with it. On principle, this also applies to personnel who only occasionally work with the
Conventions and symbols used described in this document. CPC 100.
In this manual, the following symbols indicate safety instructions for avoiding hazards. ► Comply with the workflows described in this document. Avoid interruptions or distractions ► Do not undertake any modifications, extensions, or adaptations to the CPC 100.
that could affect safety. ► Use the CPC 100 in conjunction with original accessories only.
► The CPC 100 is exclusively intended for the application fields specified in detail in
DANGER
”Designated use” on page Preface-2. The manufacturer/distributor is not liable for damage Operator qualifications and primary responsibilities
Death or severe injury will occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not
resulting from improper usage.
observed. Only authorized personnel who are qualified, skilled and regularly trained in electrical
► Follow the instructions provided in this User Manual and in the CPC 100 Reference Manual
engineering are allowed to operate the CPC 100 and its accessories. Personnel receiving
available in PDF format on the Primary Test Manager DVD and the CPC 100 Start Page.
WARNING training, instructions, directions, or education on CPC 100 must be under constant supervision
► Do not open the CPC 100 housing.
Death or severe injury can occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not of an experienced operator while working with the equipment. The supervising operator must be
► If you do not use the CPC 100 anymore, turn the key to “lock” (vertical) and remove the key
observed. familiar with the equipment and the regulations on site.
to avoid anybody accidentally turning on the CPC 100.
► Store the key and the CPC 100 separately to prevent unauthorized personnel from using the Safe operation
CAUTION CPC 100.
Minor or moderate injury may occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not ► If you have a cardiac pacemaker, do not use the CPC 100. If the equipment is used in a manner not described in the user documentation, the protection
observed. Before operating the CPC 100, make sure there is no person with a cardiac pacemaker in provided by the equipment may be impaired.
the immediate vicinity. When putting the CPC 100 into operation, follow the instructions in section “Putting CPC 100
NOTICE into Operation” in the CPC 100 Reference Manual (available in PDF format on the
Equipment damage or loss of data possible Primary Test Manager DVD or the CPC 100 Start Page).
► Never use the CPC 100, any accessory or the CP TD equipment trolley without a solid
connection to earth with at least 6 mm².
► Use a ground point as close as possible to the operator.
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CPC 100 User Manual
Designated use Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories
The CPC 100, in conjunction with its accessories or as a stand-alone unit, is a multi-purpose Example of the separation of work area and high-voltage area using different OMICRON Safety symbols on the device
primary test set for commissioning and maintaining substation equipment. It performs current devices:
transformer (CT), voltage transformer (VT) and power transformer (TR) tests. Furthermore, it is Caution, possibility of electric shock
used for contact and winding resistance testing, polarity checks as well as primary and
secondary protection relay testing. Caution
The various, partly automated tests are defined and parameterized via the front panel control of
a built-in embedded PC. 2 kV AC, 130 V AC
outputs General
The functionality scope of the CPC 100 is described in detail in the chapter “Designated Use” of
the CPC 100 Reference Manual available in PDF format on the Primary Test Manager DVD or The CPC 100’s outputs and the cables connected to them carry dangerous voltage or current.
the CPC 100 Start Page. ► Always obey the five safety rules and follow the detailed safety instructions below.
CP SB1
Device under test

Note: Any other use of the CPC 100 but the one mentioned above is considered improper use, ► Only use the CPC 100 on dry, solid ground.
and will invalidate all customer warranty claims and exempt the manufacturer from any liability ► Do not repair, modify, extend, or adapt the CPC 100 or its accessories.
CPC 100
to recourse. ► Before rewiring, stop the test, press the emergency button, lock the control unit, and short-
CP CU1 circuit and ground the device under test.
► When connecting cables to a control cabinet, be aware of uninsulated live components.
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY Adhere to the safety instructions provided by the manufacturer.
CP TD1 CP GB1 ► Use dry and clean cables and connectors.
Always follow the 5 safety rules:
CP CR500 ► Protect others from accessing the high-voltage test area and accidentally touching live parts
1. Disconnect completely. by setting up a suitable barrier and, if applicable, warning lights.
2. Secure against re-connection. Work area High-voltage area ► Do not connect any cable to the test object without a visible grounding of the test object.
► Do not remove any cables from the CPC 100 or the test object during a test.
3. Verify that the installation is dead.
► Do not enter the high-voltage if the red status light of the CPC 100 is on. ► Before rewiring, stop the test, press the emergency button, lock the control unit, and short-
4. Carry out grounding and short-circuiting. circuit and ground the device under test.
5. Provide protection against adjacent live ► Unwind extension cables from their reel. Otherwise they will overheat.
parts. ► Before connecting or disconnecting test objects and/or cables, turn off the CPC 100 by
pressing the POWER ON/OFF switch. Then press the Emergency Stop button.
► Never connect or disconnect a test object while the outputs are active.
► Make sure that a test object’s terminals that are to be connected to the CPC 100 do not carry
any voltage potential. During a test, the only power source for a test object may be the
CPC 100.
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CPC 100 User Manual
Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories

► At their output sockets and especially in the cables connected to them, in operation the high- ► For the high-voltage and current output connectors on the left-hand side of the test set ► Always lock connectors properly.
current outputs 400A DC and 800A AC generate a significant amount of heat (approx. (2kV AC, 400A DC and 800A AC, Ext. Booster), only use the specially manufactured The counterpart of the high-current sockets are locking connectors.
300W/m at 800A). To prevent burns, use gloves when touching the cables while in cables supplied by OMICRON (refer to the chapter “Accessories” of the CPC 100
operation or a short while after. Reference Manual available on the Primary Test Manager DVD or the CPC 100 To lock these connectors safely, insert them carefully until you feel a
► Do not insert objects (e.g., screwdrivers, etc.) into any input/output socket. Start Page). “click” position. Now they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them
► Never use the test cards Quick and Resistance to measure the resistance of windings with out. This should not be possible now.
► One end of the high-voltage cable has a coaxial safety plug that is certified for a voltage
a high inductance because turning off the DC source results in life-threatening voltage level of 2kV AC. The other end is equipped with a safety banana plug that is insulated To remove the locking connectors, unlock them by pushing them in
levels. For this kind of measurement only use either the special winding resistance test card with a shrink tube. When the CPC 100 is switched on, consider this part of the cable a completely first, and then pull them out.
RWinding or the test card TRTapCheck. hazard of electric shock.
► When measuring the ratio of voltage and power transformers make sure that the test voltage
► If you do not use the high-current outputs 400A DC or 800A AC, or the high-voltage
is connected to the corresponding high-voltage winding, and the voltage of the low-voltage ► The high-current cables for both the 800A AC and 400A DC outputs are equipped with
output 2kV AC, disconnect any cable that may be plugged in to these sockets.
winding is the one that is measured. Accidentally mixing up the windings can generate life- connection clamps at one end. If these connection clamps are attached to a test object’s
threatening voltages within the transformer. Note: The 400A DC or 800A AC outputs are not switched off by internal relays. Therefore, terminal that is situated above your head, make sure the clamp is securely attached. Due to
► Make sure that when testing a current transformer by feeding a test current into its primary if a test mode is selected that does not use either one of these two outputs, they still the weight of the cables the clamp may become loose and fall down.
winding, all secondary windings are shorted. On open secondary windings, life-threatening generate current. ► Do not operate the CPC 100 under ambient conditions that exceed the temperature and
voltages can be induced. humidity limits listed in ”General” on page Technical Data-3.
► Do not stand right next to or directly underneath a connection point because the clamps may
► Connect only one CPC 100 output at a time. ► Do not operate the CPC 100 in the presence of explosives, gas or vapors.
fall off and touch you.
► All AC and DC output sockets of the CPC 100 can carry dangerous voltage potential and
provide dangerous currents. Therefore: ► If the CPC 100 or any add-on device or accessory does not seem to function properly, do
► The red status light on the CPC 100 front panel indicates hazardous voltage and/or
not use it anymore. If in doubt, contact OMICRON Support. (Refer to cover page of this User
► While connecting cables to the CPC 100 high-voltage or current outputs, or other current levels at the CPC 100 outputs (red light “I” on or flashing). The green status light
Manual.)
conducting parts that are not protected against accidental contact, press the Emergency indicates that the CPC 100 outputs are not activated.
Stop button, and keep it pressed as long as an output signal is not absolutely necessary Note: If none or both status lights are on, the unit might be defective. Contact
for the test. OMICRON Support.
► When connecting to the front panel input/output sockets, use wires with either 4 mm
► Both of the high-current output sockets on the left-hand side of the test set (400A DC
safety “banana” connectors and plastic housing or, where applicable, with the especially
and 800A AC) usually carry a relatively low-voltage potential. However, in case of an
manufactured counterpart supplied by OMICRON (e.g., for the V2 AC measuring input).
internal insulation fault these outputs may carry up to 300 V. Consider these outputs
dangerous.
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CPC 100 User Manual

Grounding Power supply Additional information
Operating the device without PE and ground connection is life-threatening and not permitted. Operating the CPC 100 without PE and ground connection is life-threatening and not permitted. Instead of supplying the CPC 100 from phase-neutral (L1-N, A-N), it may also be supplied from
phase-phase (for example, L1-L2; A-B).
► Only operate the CPC 100 with a mains power supply connected to protective earth (PE). ► Only operate the CPC 100 with a mains power supply connected to protective earth (PE).
► Make sure that both the PE connection of the power supply and the ground connector of the ► Make sure that the voltage does not exceed 240V AC.
Power supply from grounded grids (TN/TT) ► Make sure that the power supply is fuse-protected (16 A automatic circuit breaker).
CPC 100 have a solid and low-impedance connection to the grounding system on site.
This also applies to all other test devices and accessories in the test setup. Before a measurement is started, the CPC 100 automatically verifies the PE connection in ► Do not use an extension cable on a cable reel to prevent an overheating of the cord; run out
► Make sure that the grounding clamp has a good electrical contact to the grounding system grounded grids (TN/TT). the extension cord.
on site and avoid connecting it to corroded or painted surfaces. ► If this check fails, check the power cord and power supply. ► Keep extension cables as short as possible to prevent power loss.
► Make sure that the grounding terminal connections of all grounded devices in use remain
If the error message persists, there is no intact connection to protective earth (PE). If the power supply is ≤ 190V AC, the CPC 100 cannot provide the full output power at the
intact during the whole measurement procedure, and are not accidentally disconnected. 800A AC output. The same applies when an external current booster is used.
This is life-threatening. In this case measurements are not permitted and cannot be performed.
Only use ground and supply cables provided by OMICRON. ► Therefore, in order to gain the full output power, provide a sufficient power supply
Power supply from isolated grids (IT)
(190 V ... 240 V AC).
An IT grid is a grid structure where none of the active conductors are galvanically connected to
ground. In an IT grid, only the PE is connected to ground. The Ext. Booster connector is always galvanically connected to mains and active.
This also applies when no external booster is selected, the green status light (0) is on, the
In IT grids, the check fails – even if there is a PE connection. This can be the case when the outputs are turned off, or the Emergency Stop button is pressed.
CPC 100 is powered by a generator. Since every operation mandates a PE connection for the
operation of the CPC 100, you need to manually verify this. ► Handle the Ext. Booster connector with extreme caution.
► Only use booster cables supplied by OMICRON.
If the CPC 100 is supplied by a generator, the equipotential ground or PE of the generator has ► Do not use booster cables that are frayed or damaged in any way.
to be grounded properly.
► If this is not possible, measurements are not permitted and cannot be performed.
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Preface
CPC 100 User Manual

Changing fuses ► Short-circuit the terminals before disconnecting the test leads.
► Disconnect cables not used for testing both from the test object and the test device.
1. Ground the test object, and disconnect it from the CPC 100. By disconnecting it, you prevent
a possibly faulty test object feeding power back into the CPC 100.
2. Turn off the CPC 100 and unplug the power cord. Then press the Emergency Stop button.
Discharging after tests on objects with a high inductance
LED steady-on red: voltage on 6A DC output > 2 V
Wait for about 30 seconds. This time is necessary for the internal electrolytic capacitors to After a winding resistance measurement, the CPC 100 monitors the reduction of the current and
fully discharge. voltage levels to zero. During this discharge process, the red status light flashes. Note: This indicator only applies to the 6A DC output and
does not include the 400A DC output.
3. Locate the blown fuse on the front panel of the CPC 100, and replace it. In the Demag test card, the discharging process is displayed as a status message
Note: Replace with identical fuse type only (refer to the chapter “Changing Fuses” of the (see "Demagnetization" on page 10).
CPC 100 Reference Manual available in PDF format on the Primary Test Manager DVD or the
CPC 100 Start Page).
Note: When you disconnect a cable during the discharge process, even low voltage presents
considerable danger as it suddenly increases to a very high level when the circuit is
DC output to test objects with a high inductance disconnected.
► Only use the dedicated test cards for DC measurements on assets with inductive In all other affected tests, the ► Do not touch or disconnect any part of the test setup until the current and voltage levels have
characteristics: discharge progress is displayed in a reduced to zero.
dialog. ► If the measurement is interrupted due to, for example, an unexpected loss of supply voltage
CPC 100 test cards Primary test manager tests
or erroneous behavior of the CPC 100 do not touch the test setup until the energy has
RWinding DC Winding Resistance dissipated over time.
D-OLTC-Scan Dynamic OLTC Scan Note that the length of time depends heavily on the asset under test.
Demagnetization Demagnetization
TRTapCheck CT Winding Resistanc Sec
DC Winding Resistance Stator
DC Winding Resistance Rotor
► Never open the measuring circuit while current flows.

► After a measurement, wait until the test device has discharged completely.
► Ground all terminals of the test object before touching the test setup.
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CPC 100 User Manual
Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories Declaration of Conformity Recycling
CPC 100 in combination with the CP TD Declaration of Conformity (EU)
This test set (including all accessories) is not intended for household use.
The CP TD (CP TD1, CP TD12 and CP TD15) is an optionally available high-precision test The equipment adheres to the guidelines of the council of the European Community for meeting At the end of its service life, do not dispose of the test set with household
system for on-site insulation tests of high-voltage systems like power and measuring the requirements of the member states regarding the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) waste!
transformers, circuit breakers, capacitors and isolators. The CP TD works as an add-on device directive, the low voltage directive (LVD) and the RoHS directive.
to the CPC 100 and is described in chapter ”CP TD” of this User Manual. For customers in EU countries (incl. European Economic Area)
On principle, the safety instructions that apply to the CPC 100 and its accessories also apply to FCC Compliance (USA) OMICRON test sets are subject to the EU Waste Electrical and Electronic
the CP TD. However, the CP TD requires some additional precautions and measures. They are Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE directive). As part of our legal
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
listed in chapter ”CP TD” on page CP TD1-1. obligations under this legislation, OMICRON offers to take back the test set and
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
ensure that it is disposed of by authorized recycling agents.
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if For customers outside the European Economic Area
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful Please contact the authorities in charge for the relevant environmental
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely regulations in your country and dispose the OMICRON test set only in
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference accordance with your local legal requirements.
at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Cleaning
► Do not clean CPC 100 or any other device when connected to the test object.
Declaration of Compliance (Canada) ► Disconnect the test object, accessories and connection cables before cleaning.
► Use a cloth dampened with isopropanol alcohol to clean CPC 100 and its accessories.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Introduction
CPC 100 User Manual
Functional components of the CPC 100

I / 0 status lights
Status lights that indicate the operational status of the CPC 100 outputs. The green light "0" indicates that the current/voltage source is off while the red light "I" indicates that the current/voltage source is active and/or a measurement process is running.
Add test cards

Key lock
We recommend not to use more than 15 test cards or 50 test
Locks front panel operation.
results in one test procedure.
BIN IN
Binary trigger input, wet or dry contact Test Card View: View to set up test cards,
compose test procedures, enter test settings,
IAC/DC INPUT define test cards or the test procedure default, start
Fuse-protected with a 10A very quick-acting fuse tests etc.
Fuse 6.3A T (slow-acting wire fuse 5x20 mm) Test Procedure Overview: Provides an
for 3A AC, 6A AC, 130V AC and 6A DC enhanced overview of all test cards of the currently
active test procedure. Defines the test procedure
AC OUTPUT default.
6A, 3A or 130V output
File Operations: Lets you save, load, delete, copy
Fuse 3.15A (slow-acting wire fuse 5x20 mm) and rename test procedures.
for 3A AC and 130V AC Options: To specify general parameters.
V1 AC input V2 AC input
300V AC input 3V AC input Context-dependent menu keys
Directly invoke specific commands associated with the
DC OUTPUT currently selected control of the test card and view.
6A DC output (fuse-protected with a 6A fuse)
VDC INPUT I/O

10V DC input or 2-wire resistance Use to start and stop a test.
Emergency Stop button Tab selector
Immediately shuts off all outputs (could leave transformer in Soft-touch Navigation To change between the single test cards of a test procedure.
saturation). keyboard elements
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CPC 100 User Manual
Functional components of the CPC 100

Emergency Stop button High-voltage and current outputs ePC interfaces1
Pressing the Emergency Stop button immediately shuts off all current and voltage outputs When the CPC 100 outputs high current, observe the allowed duty cycles that may apply to the
RJ45 socket for connecting CPC 100 to a PC USB connector for connecting OMICRON
except for the Ext. Booster output. selected AC output range.
or a network hub electronics USB memory sticks
A running test is terminated, the software does not accept any more entries and/or commands. Grounding 400A DC
Once the reason for the Emergency Stop is cleared and the Emergency Stop button released, terminal (4-4.5V DC) Serial interface
the test can be re-started by pressing the I/O (test start/stop) push-button while in Test Card connector for
High DC current output
View. connecting optional
CP TD test set
DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
The Ext. Booster connector is always galvanically connected to mains.
800A AC
► Handle the Ext. Booster connector with extreme caution. 2kV AC
► Do not use any other booster cables than the ones supplied by OMICRON (6.1-6.5V AC)
High-voltage
electronics. output High AC current Connector for external safety functions Red LED Green LED
► Do not use booster cables that are frayed or damaged in any way. output
1. For detailed information on the RJ45 connectors, see chapter “CPC 100 in a network” in the
WARNING Ext. Booster CPC 100 Reference Manual available in PDF format on the CPC 100 Toolsets or CPC 100
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible e.g., for the Start Page.
connection of the Reference point 2. For the pin assignment of the RS232 serial interface plug, refer to the CPC 100 Reference
Stopping a test does not shut off the CPC 100 outputs instantaneously. First, the CP CB2 current Manual, section “ePC Interfaces” of chapter “Technical Data”.
currently running test sequence finishes, then the test execution is stopped. booster option for
Most test cards finish the running test sequence with a predefined ramp function. 3. The connector for external safety functions allows connecting safety accessories for the
output currents of
CPC 100. The attached plug contains a jumper, and as long as it is placed on the connector,
► Therefore, in a hazardous situation never press "Stop Test". up to 2000A
the circuit is bridged. If the plug is removed, the emergency stop is active.
► Instead, use Emergency Stop.
For the plug’s pin assignment and a wiring scheme, refer to section “Connector for External
Mains power supply, Automatic circuit POWER ON /OFF Safety Functions” of chapter “Technical Data” in the CPC 100 Reference Manual.
1 phase, 85V-264V AC breaker I > 16A switch
1. Older CPC 100 versions have slightly different ePC interfaces. For detailed information refer to
the CPC 100 Reference Manual.
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Introduction
CPC 100 User Manual
CPC 100 block diagram Principles of test cards and test procedures The components of a test card
Ext. Test cards Focus on the data entry field for AC current.
Booster
The CPC 100 software comprises a number of test cards. A test card carries out one specific The term “focus” designates the currently selected (active) part of the test card. The selected
Rectifier component is highlighted or inverted.
& power test, e.g., measuring a CT excitation curve, or testing the ratio of a voltage transformer.
factor +
The actual function of the context-dependent menu
corrector
500V A test card holds a number of user-definable test settings and - after the test was run - test
R
500V results. keys depends on the selected view, test mode, test
2kV card and selected test card component (i.e., the
500V 4A
500V
1kV 2A Test procedure focus).
Switched 2kV 1A R
mode 500V
amplifier A test procedure contains multiple test cards.
Temperature and power consumption monitoring.
L
Mains The composition of such a test procedure and the settings of all single test cards can be freely If an output is activated, both the CPC 100’s power
100-240V Filter defined by the user. Within a test procedure, each test card and its associated test is executed consumption and the current emitted at the high-
50/60Hz I individually in a user-defined order. current outputs is monitored and, together with the
65V 130V / 6A AC
N 2kV
U O temperature, displayed by this temperature gauge.
65V
800A u Report The temperature gauge’s bar therewith represents
PE I
3.15A t an indicator for the remaining time the CPC 100 can
ADC U
p For archiving or reporting purposes, or later processing, a test procedure with all of its test cards, Status of test assessment. The test output power.
6.3A
U 65V / 6A DC
u specific settings and - after the test was run - test results and assessments can be saved. It is assessment is a manual procedure carried plenty of spare
DSP I t then considered a report. out by the user. After the test, set the focus no more spare
(Digital
Signal
U
s Such a report can later be opened any time in the CPC 100’s File Operations menu. on the assessment symbol. Use the context-
Processor)
dependent menu key OK or Failed to assess
6V / 800A AC Note: For detailed information about test cards, test procedures and templates, refer to section the test.
“How to Use the CPC 100 software” of chapter “Introduction” in the CPC 100 Reference Manual For a few seconds, the status line also
available in PDF format on the CPC 100 Toolsets or CPC 100 Start Page. displays general operation information, e.g.
+
5V / 400A DC
“Emergency key pressed”.
Ethernet
-
to 300V AC
RS 232 Built-in
ext.
ePC 3V AC I Pressing the Settings menu key opens the Settings page (see page Quick-1) allowing you to
PC optional 10A AC/DC
n
10V DC set the test cards individually. As a rule, do not set the test cards on the Settings page but set
BIN IN p.
all test cards of a test procedure using the Device Setup tab in the Options view (see page
optional analog or digital interfaces Introduction-5).
(plug-in boards)
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CPC 100 User Manual
Test procedure overview The CPC 100 file system

The highest hierarchical level of the CPC 100 file system, the “root”, is named CPC 100. Below Note: The file containing the up-to-date measurements should be saved regularly. If the test unit
this, you can create additional folders in a tree-structure of your choice, save tests in these is switched off, or in case of a power outage, all unsaved measurements will be lost.
folders, and perform file operations, such as open, save, rename, copy, paste etc. ► Long-press the File operations button to save the currently open test.
Navigating through the file system

Select a test or a folder using the handwheel or the Up / Down keys. To expand a collapsed
folder tree , select it and press either the handwheel or Enter.
The menus
Main file operations menu
Opens the submenu File (refer to “Submenu File” on page 5)

The Test Procedure Overview lists all test cards of the currently active test procedure in a list
box showing the card’s name, its creation date and time, whether test results are available and
the test card’s assessment status. Opens the submenu Edit (refer to “Submenu Edit” on page 5)
The CPC 100 file system differentiates two file types:
With Save As Default, Test Procedure Overview provides a function to save the
Saves the currently open test, i.e., the test card(s) previously opened in the Test
current test procedure as the test procedure default, i.e., that default the CPC 100
Card View (refer to Note below).
software will start with in future. name.xml A test procedure with all of its test cards and specific settings. An .xml file
may also contain test results and assessments that were stored together Opens the String Editor. You can save the currently open test under a new name
Note: For detailed information refer to section “Test Procedure Overview” of chapter with the settings as report in the CPC 100 file system for archiving of your choice (15 characters max.).
“Introduction” in the CPC 100 Reference Manual available in PDF format on the purposes.
CPC 100 Toolsets or CPC 100 Start Page. name.xmt Test procedure template, i.e., a user-defined template containing one or Use the handwheel or the Up / Down keys to select a test, and press Open to open
more test cards with all of their specific test settings but without test it. Changes to Test Card View.
results.
Closes the current test card(s), changes to Test Card View and opens the test
procedure default.
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The CPC 100 file system The Options menu

Note: Unlike the other menu items, the two Save…functions of the main File Operations menu Submenu Edit Device setup
directly effect the currently open test, i.e., the test procedure that was composed in the Test
Card View, or the test that was loaded in the CPC 100 file system beforehand. Set the external booster you
Therefore, pressing Save, for example, does not save the test that you may have highlighted in Select the test of your choice. Press Cut to put the selected test or folder to the want to use.
the folder tree, but the one that is currently open. Clipboard. Proceed with Paste…
Set current clamp
Select the test of your choice. Press Copy to copy test or folder to the CPC 100
Submenu File parameters and CT and/or
clipboard. Proceed with Paste…
VT transformation ratio.
Opens the String Editor. You can create a new folder with any name of your choice. Move to the destination folder of your choice. Press Paste to insert the contents of Set the default frequency.
the CPC 100 clipboard to this folder. This value will be used for all
test cards.
Appends the contents of a test file (.xml) or template (.xmt) of your choice to the Press Paste As Templ. to make the contents of the CPC 100 clipboard a test
currently open test. procedure template. Auto save automatically
saves the current test
Deletes the currently selected test or folder from the CPC 100’s disk space. (for future use) settings in fixed intervals
specified to a file named
lastmeas.xml. Resets all user-specific settings made in the
Opens the String Editor that enables you to rename the current test to any new Closes the Edit submenu and returns to the main File Operations menu. CPC 100 software to factory-defined defaults
name of your choice. including:
(for future use) Note: If a folder is cut or copied to the Clipboard, the selection is recursive, i.e., all of its • the test card defaults
subfolders will also be put to the Clipboard. • the test procedure default
Cutting or copying a test or folder, and trying to paste it in the same location, opens the String • all settings made at the Device Setup tab
Closes the submenu and returns to the main File Operations menu. (Sets external booster to CB2, sets CT and
Editor.
Since a test or folder cannot exist twice under the same name at the same location, determine VT to “OFF” and sets the default frequency
a new name for it using the String Editor. to 50 Hz.)
• the String Editor’s template strings
If selected, the CPC 100 cools down faster.

Thus, the duty cycle can be increased.
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The Options menu

Network Supervision Perform shield check
Set the communication parameters. The Supervision tab comprises supervision settings around the CPC 100 test system. The The shield check verifies if both the high-voltage connector and the grounding terminal are
settings you choose in this view serve as a default for all corresponding test cards you set up connected to the CP TD. In certain cases, for example when strong interferences are present
DHCP / Auto-IP during testing or when compensating reactors (e. g. the CP CR500 or CP CR600) are used, the
afterwards.
Configures all communication parameters shield check will prompt a false error message.
automatically; the DHCP server will do it for Note: Per default and after start-up, the check boxes are selected.
you or it will be done via the Auto-IP DANGER
mechanism. Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
The data entry fields for IP address, Subnet
Use beeper ► Make sure that both the high-voltage connector and the grounding terminal are
Mask, Default Gateway and DNS are read-
connected and that the cables and connectors are intact before deactivating the
only, no data can be entered. This is the If selected, the beeper sounds during the
shield check.
recommended setting. entire test. If cleared, the beeper sounds
at the beginning and the end of the test Perform loop check
Static IP only. The loop check verifies the connection to the device under test. When measuring very low
Configure the communication parameters
manually by entering the values into the capacities, the resulting weak signal might cause the loop check to falsely state that no device
data entry fields using the soft-touch keys. under test is connected.
DANGER
Activate/deactivate the sampled values stream Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
communication. ► Make sure that the device under test is connected and that all cables and
This is a licensed feature for the SV-Ratio connectors are intact before deactivating the loop check.
measurement, filtering IEC 61850 messages.
HV timeout
The HV timeout limits by default the total injection cycle by using the 2 kV output with Quick in
Display
the 1000 V and 2000 V modes to restrict long unintended injection cycles. The status bar of the
Quick test card displays the time progress and the timeout threshold for the intended output
modes in seconds.
Sliding regulator to adjust the display
Note: Changing the target value or pressing Enter on the keyboard resets the HV timeout.
contrast.
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The Options menu

Synchronization Displayed on Status Date / Time
Synchronize up to two slave units (CPC 100 or CPC 80) with a CPC 100 configured as master EV Slave CPC version mismatch Set date and time.
unit for testing with the Quick, Sequencer, Ramping, Amplifier and HV Resonance Test
Different outputs set on master and slave(s) Complete the steps below to set the
System test cards. EO Slave
► Set the same outputs on all devices. system time:
Note: Synchronization requires the CPC Sync plug-in card and license, and the TRC1.
CPC 100 V0 devices cannot be used for synchronization. ES All No TRC1 connected
► Put the focus onto the Time: field
EC All Sync cable(s) error/not connected using the handwheel.
Sync mode:
► Set one Master and up to two ► Use the Up/Down keys to
Slaves Available output ranges in the Quick, Sequencer, Amplifier and Ramping test cards with
select between hours,
synchronized CPC devices:
minutes and seconds.
► Set phase displacement and • AC 800 A
amplitude factor of Slaves. ► Turn the handwheel to increase or
• CB2 1000 A
decrease the value.
• CB2 2000 A
Synchronization status between the
• TR8 200 V ► Press the handwheel to
connected devices
• Output for customized matching transformer acknowledge your entry.
Note: The output value depends on the number of synchronized CPC devices (for example: 3 Set system date.
CPC devices – max. output value: 800 A x 3 = 2400 A).
NOTICE
Sync status abbreviation
Equipment damage possible
displayed in the test cards
► When connecting devices in series, make sure that the insulation of the equipment housing
can withstand the maximum applied voltage.
Displayed on Status
► Refer to the CPC 100 Reference Manual more information.
M1 Master Slave 1 synchronized
M2 Master Slave 2 synchronized
M Master Both slaves synchronized with master
S Slave Status OK
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The Options menu Customizing your working environment

Regional settings Service 1st Goal: Always loading certain test cards on system start-up
Regional setting for language, temperature unit, date and time style. These settings affect the During operation, the CPC 100 creates a log file with a user-definable logging level.
way the CPC 100 software displays and sort dates, times, numbers and decimal points. Fill out one or more test card(s) of your choice with the parameters you need.
System language Change to Test Procedure Overview.

We recommend to set the logging
Temperature unit: °C or °F
level to Warning.
Distance unit: meters or miles Press Save As Default
You have now set the default for the CPC 100 start-up.
Define the display style for date and System Info

time 2nd Goal: Loading a certain test card with always the same values
Displays system information.
Fill out the test card of your choice with the parameters you want to assign to that
card.
Put the focus to the test card’s tab.
Press Save As Default

You have now changed the default for this test card type.
The command Restore Defaults at the Options tab Device Setup resets all
user-specific settings made in the CPC 100 software to factory-defined defaults.
This includes the test card defaults and the test procedure default.
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Accelerator keys
With the exception of Quick, pressing an accelerator key opens the corresponding Insert a new
test card dialog box and lets you select the test card of your choice. Pressing Quick opens the
Quick test card directly.
Quick test card
Select from current transformer (CT) test cards
Select from voltage transformer (VT) test cards
Select from power transformer test cards
Select from resistance test cards
Select from other test applications
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Settings page Measuring with Quick

Quick is the most basic mode to operate all of the CPC 100 outputs in a manual-like mode with
Pressing the Settings menu key opens the Settings page. The Settings page DANGER
front panel control.
with the exception of the TRRatio test card looks as shown below. Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
Set output range Set output value Overload indication Together with the test object’s capacitance, the leakage inductance of the CPC 100’s
No indication: internal output transformer forms a series resonant circuit. Especially at
Set frequency value no overload frequencies > 50 / 60 Hz this may result in voltage superelevation.
or - if Sync w/ Dotted indication:
► When testing capacitive test objects using voltages ≥ 500 V, make sure that the
V1 AC is selected - an overload in the past
Solid indication: test object’s capacitance does not exceed 25 nF.
phase angle.
an overload now
DANGER
1st measured Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
quantity (including ► Never use Quick in combination with a DC output on test objects with highly
CT and VT) Set the calculated
capacitive characteristics.
value to be displayed
in table below.
► Mind the danger of test object’s charged capacitance. Before connecting or
2nd measured Depends on settings disconnecting any leads, use a grounding/discharging rod
quantity (including 1st and 2nd measured ► to discharge all terminals of the test object.
CT and VT) quantity. ► to connect all terminals of the test object to ground and short-circuit all
The Settings page allows setting the test cards individually. At the Device Setup tab in the capacitances.
Measurement table showing results Options view (see page Introduction-5), the same properties can be set for all test cards of a
test procedure. As a rule, do not use the Settings page but the Device Setup tab in the Options DANGER
view to set the test cards. Making different settings for the test cards is rarely a good idea. Set Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
Range the test cards individually using the Settings page only in well-founded cases. ► Never use Quick to measure the resistance of windings with highly inductive
If a test card contains results, the settings cannot be changed. When a file containing results is characteristics. Turning off the DC source results in life-threatening voltage levels.
The output range combo box provides a list of available output ranges if the respective external ► For this kind of measurement only use the special winding resistance test cards
booster was selected at the Options tab Device Setup or on the Settings page. loaded, the Settings page can be used to view the settings of the test procedure.
RWinding, TRTapCheck or OLTC-Scan.
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Measuring with Quick Synchronizing output frequency with V1 AC Trigger settings

st
If the output quantities of the selected output can be measured, the combo boxes “1 measured Sync w/ V1 AC A trigger is the occurrence of a selected event, for example, a binary trigger is the first change
quantity” and “2nd measured quantity” provide I Out and / or V Out for selection. of the state at the binary input.
I Out sel and V Out sel designate the frequency-selective measurement to filter out Set Sync w/ V1 AC by pressing the menu key that appears when the focus is on
Select the trigger event Threshold value for trigger
interferences as they usually occur in substations. The measured input is filtered according to the frequency / phase angle data entry field.
on measurements.
the set output frequency.
This synchronizes the CPC 100 output frequency with the V1 AC input frequency
After having set all necessary parameters, press the I/O (test start/stop) push (we recommend a minimum input voltage of 10 V on V1 AC, possible range 48 - Indicates the signal
button. The Quick test card enters the “on” state, the set power output value is 62 Hz). In this case the phase angle of the output is displayed rather than the condition at the binary
switched to the CPC 100’s outputs, the measuring continues. frequency. Set the phase angle value relative to the phase angle of the V1 AC input Bin In.
input signal.
Pressing the Quick test card menu key Keep Results saves the currently
measured values and “freezes” their display in the measurement table. Both the The icon next to the frequency / phase angle data entry field reflects the actual Delay time display Select to switch off the CPC 100 outputs when
“measuring” and the “on” state remain active, the measurement continues in a setting. the trigger event occurs.
The delay time is the time between the last
new line of the measurement table. Clear to leave the CPC 100 outputs on after the
Due to the PLL (phase locked loop) technology, the synchronization with V1 AC change of the CPC 100 output value and the
trigger event occurred.
takes places about 100 ms after the test was started. occurrence of the trigger event.
The measurement values are “frozen”.
Note: Sync w/ V1 AC is not available in all output modes.
To store the results, press .
Note that some of the trigger events offered in the Trigger on: combo box depend on the
measured quantity settings below (trigger on measurement).
Trigger on “Overload”: the occurrence or the clearing of an output overload condition (clearing
is delayed by 100 ms to debounce).
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CTRatio (and Burden) CTRatio (with Burden) - the Measure Burden option
Use the CTRatio test card to measure a current transformer’s ratio and burden with injection on Select the check box Measure Burden to measure the burden in VA.
the CT’s primary side with up to 800 A from AC OUTPUT. Nominal primary current Note: This option is only useful as long as the injected current I test is about of the magnitude
P1/H1 Output range Select to stop test automatically when measurement is done. of the nominal current I prim.
Primary injection
Nominal secondary current P1/H1
S1/X1 current
Use current clamp
S1/X1
CT rather than IAC
Burden
Actual current input
injected into CT’s CT Burden
primary side
P2/H2 S2/X2
Phase angle ϕ
relative to Iprim S2/X2
P2/H2
Measured Select to enter
secondary secondary current
current instead of
measuring it
Ratio Iprim. / Isec.: Polarity: See page Current

Isec act x (Iprim nom/Iprim act) OK = phase I sec - phase I prim Transformer-2
and deviation in % = - 45 ° < 0 ° < + 45 °
((Kn x Isec - Iprim)/Iprim) x NOT OK = all other cases
DANGER 100 %
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current DANGER
► When injecting current into the CT's primary winding, make sure that no secondary
windings are open. ► When injecting current into the CT's primary winding, make sure that no secondary
windings are open.
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CTRatio (with Burden) - the Measure Burden option CTBurden

Additional measurements when Measure Burden is selected: This is the preferred method in cases, when the current of max. 800 A that the CPC 100 can
feed into the CT’s primary side is not sufficient.
Secondary
injection current Nominal secondary current
P1/H1
from 6A AC
output
V sec: measured secondary voltage Select to stop test automatically when measurement is done.
S1/X1
and phase angle relative to Iprim
CT Burden Output frequency
S2/X2 Actual injection

Burden in VA: I sec nom × (V sec act P2/H2
current measured
× I sec nom/I sec act) Select to enter
via input I AC
secondary voltage
instead of
cos ϕ: cosine of angle between I sec and V sec
measuring it
Secondary
voltage at the
Note: For the meaning of the other test card components, refer to page Current Transformer-1.
burden,
measured at input
V1 AC, and
phase angle ϕ Burden in VA: I sec nom × Cosinus of phase angle ϕ
relative to Isec (V sec act × I sec nom/I sec act)
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CTExcitation (knee point)

Use the CTExcitation test card to record the excitation curve of a current transformer. This test Maximum test voltage Select to run test
Note: In case of the occurrence of error (415), the knee point is calculated with the available
Maximum test
performs an automatic injection of a test voltage of up to 2 kV to the current transformer’s automatically. data and I knee and V knee are marked with “?”.
current
secondary side. Pressing Add Point If the knee point cannot be calculated, I knee and V knee state “n/a”.
P1/H1 to add a test point to The graph displays the test results in form of an interpolated curve with test point markers.
Output frequency
the graph does not
work in Auto mode.
Turn the handwheel to set the focus onto the graph, and press it. This will bring up a crosshair
S1/X1 cursor that lets you navigate through the list of test points by using the keys Previous Point and
Noise
suppression
Next Point. Turning the handwheel has the same effect. The fields V: and I: display the value
pair of each test point.
CT Burden
Actual voltage
Select to run test Noise suppression: Select if you see unsteadiness and jumps in the CT excitation curve. The
automatically. unsteadiness or jumps can occur due to noise or disturbance during the measurement.
Actual current Pressing Add Point If noise suppression is selected, the measurement is done with a different frequency.
P2/H2 S2/X2 to add a test point to
the graph does not
If fnom ≥ 60 Hz -> ftest = fnom - 10 Hz.
If fnom < 60 Hz -> ftest = fnom + 10 Hz.
The voltage will then be calculated back to fnom (V = Vmeas * fnom/ftest). With fnom < 60 Hz, the
IEC/BS According to IEC 60044-1, the knee point is defined as the point on the curve
maximum test voltage is reduced up to 20 % and with fnom ≥ 60 Hz, the maximum test voltage
where a voltage increment of 10 % increases the current by 50 %.
is increased up to 16 %. The exciting current will not be corrected as the influence is very small.
ANSI 45° According to IEEE C57.13, the knee point is the point where, with a double
logarithmic representation, the tangent line to the curve forms a 45° angle. Demagnetizing the CT core
Applies to current transformer cores without an air gap.
Performing a CT Excitation measurement demagnetizes the CT core.
ANSI 30° Like ANSI 45° but forming a 30° angle.
Applies to current transformer cores with an air gap. Demagnetization can also be done without recording an excitation curve by
pressing the button Demag.
DANGER
DANGER Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current To make the context-dependent menu key Demag. visible put the focus onto the test card’s tab.
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current ► On multi-tap CTs, only inject on the outer taps in order to avoid generating voltages
► Do not touch tapped windings. higher than the test voltage.
► Make sure that no other secondary windings are open.
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Winding resistance
Use the test card RWinding to measure the resistance of a current transformer’s secondary
P1/H1 Select to stop test automatically when measurement is
winding.
S1/X1 done.
DANGER
Maximum deviation
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current Output range Measurement range between the
Injecting direct current into test objects with inductive characteristics will charge the CT Burden Nominal test measured values
winding of the test object. current within the last 10 s
of the
► Follow instructions below. S2/X2 measurement. The
► See section “DC output to test objects with a high inductance” on page Preface-5. Actual test current
results are
P2/H2 considered stable if
DANGER Measured voltage Dev < 0.1 %.
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current at input V DC
► After a measurement, wait until the CPC 100 has discharged completely. CP SA1
► Before disconnecting from the CPC 100, connect the device under test on both Transformer’s Total elapsed time
ends to protective earth. winding
► Short-circuit the winding under test before disconnecting the test leads. resistance
Enable/disable
temperature
T meas: Actual ambient temperature
compensation for
the result T ref: Temperature for which the result is calculated
Material: Winding material
R ref: Calculated resistance
Note: If n/a appears in the V DC or R meas box, the V DC input is overloaded.
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Voltage Withstand test Polarity Check

Use the test card VWithstand to measure the voltage withstand capability of the secondary Use the PolCheck test card to check a series of test points for correct polarity.
winding and secondary wiring. To do so, disconnect the burden. As shown in the following DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current To do so, the CPC 100 injects a special polarity test signal at a certain location. This signal can
figure, connect one cable of the 2 kV output to the transformer’s secondary (1S1) winding either be a voltage or a current signal from the CPC 100, and has a signal characteristic similar
connection and the other cable to earth and the transformer’s primary connection (P1). Open ► Do not touch the terminal connected to the transformer’s secondary connection to a saw-tooth signal with a different steepness for the rising and the falling slope.
the secondary ground connection and ground the burden for safety reasons. “1S1”, it carries dangerous voltage.
The polarity check itself is then done with the CPOL2, a portable polarity checker.
P1/H1 Terminates test when current Nominal test voltage Output frequency
S1/X1 threshold is reached (2kV max.)  If the CPOL2 detects the same signal characteristic at a test point, it considers
the polarity as OK, and lights up the green LED.
 If the signal characteristic is inverted or distorted, the CPOL2 considers the

Terminates test when testing polarity not OK, and lights up the red LED.
Burden time has elapsed
+ If the CPOL2 detects a signal that is too low, both LEDs light up at the same
CT time. Remedy: increase the signal magnitude.
+ If the capacity of the CPOL2’s battery gets low, the LEDs start flashing. As long
P2/H2 S2/X2 as the LEDs are flashing, the CPOL2’s battery provides sufficient power to
Actual test voltage
flashing continue working. However, the battery should be changed as soon as
Actual test current
possible.
Highest measured current

DANGER
Time span Vtest is applied to the
output ► Never operate the CPOL2 with an open battery compartment. A dangerous voltage
level may occur in the battery compartment if the CPOL2’s probe touches a test
point with high-voltage potential!
During the test, the test voltage increases in a ramp characteristic from 0 V to V test. V test is
► Handle with extreme caution: Do not touch the test point with your fingers.
then applied to the output for the specified time span. The measurements are continuously
► If you detect a wrong polarity in the current path, turn off the CPC 100 first, and only
taken. Afterwards, V test decreases in a ramp characteristic.
then disconnect the terminals.
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Polarity Check
Select the option Intermittent to save power in the 800A AC output range and define a pulse
duty cycle for the output signal:
P1/H1
S1/X1 S1 S1 T on: time span the signal is applied to the output
T off: time span the signal output is paused
2
OL
OL
CP
CP
S2 S2 A T on / T off ratio of 2.000 s / 9.000 s means the signal is applied for 2 seconds,
then paused for 9 seconds. After that the cycle repeats.
S2/X2
The CPC 100 P2/H2
injects a
special green LED red LED
polarity check Select output
signal.   range
polarity checker polarity checker
CPOL2 CPOL2 Amplitude
Enter results
manually
Use the CTRatioV test card to measure a current transformer’s ratio. To do so, feed a voltage
of up to 500 V from the 2kV AC output to the transformer’s secondary side.
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CTRatioV (with voltage) CTRatio (with voltage)

The preferred method for CT ratio measurement is current injection using the CTRatio test card. Nominal primary current
However, on some GIS CTs or bushing CTs on power transformers where the primary current Secondary
path is not accessible, the method described in this section is the only solution. inception voltage Nominal secondary current
P1/H1
To measure the CT ratio using the CTRatioV test card, connect the 2kV AC output to the CT’s
secondary winding and the V2 AC input to the main conductors, e.g. on a power transformer to S1/X1 Output
the transformer’s bushings of different phases. Select to stop test
frequency
automatically when
DANGER CT Burden measurement is
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current Measured done
secondary
Feeding test voltage to a tap of a multi-ratio CT can cause life-threatening voltages on voltage
other taps with higher ratios. P2/H2 S2/X2
► Do not touch tapped windings.
Select to enter
primary voltage
Primary voltage instead of
measured on measuring it
V2 AC input
Ratio error
Polarity: Ratio Iprim. / Isec.:
OK = phase I sec - phase I prim Isec act x (Iprim nom/Iprim act)
= - 45 ° < 0 ° < + 45 ° and deviation in %
NOT OK = all other cases ((Kn x Isec - Iprim)/Iprim) x 100 %
Note: If the transformer’s knee point voltage is approximated or exceeded, due to the
transformer’s saturation the measurement results are not correct anymore. If the knee point is
extensively exceeded, the transformer can even be damaged.
Therefore, the knee point voltage should be known or measured beforehand.
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CTRogowski
Use the CTRogowski test card to measure a Rogowski coil’s ratio by injecting current into the Shielded cable with twisted wires. Nominal secondary voltage of Rogowski coil Nominal frequency
current-carrying conductor, and by measuring the induced voltage at the end of the Rogowski Shield connected to Rogowski coil. of the Rogowski
coil windings. Nominal primary Select check box for
Output range coil’s secondary
A Rogowski coil’s induced voltage is proportional to the conductor current differentiated with current of automatic test, clear for
voltage
respect to time. Therefore, in order to acquire a direct equivalent of the conductor’s current, the Rogowski coil manual test
P2/H2
induced voltage needs to be integrated. In general, a Rogowski coil’s output signal is either lead
P1/H1
via an integrating amplifier or fed into an electronic protection relay with integrator. The Electronic
CTRogowski test card integrates the Rogowski coil’s output signal at the CPC 100’s V2 AC protection relay Primary injection
input. with integrator current
Disconnect the Rogowski coil’s output signal from the electronic protection relay, and plug it into (e.g., 150 mV
the CPC 100’s V2 AC input. at I nominal)
The CTRogowski test card measures the amplitude of the injected current I prim and the Frequency of
Rogowski coil’s output voltage V sec, integrates this signal, and calculates the secondary injected current
current I sec, its phase angle as well as the actual ratio and the deviation. I test
Actual output
current
Select to manually
enter V sec instead
of measuring it
Secondary
voltage Ratio: Iprim / Isec × CFI
Ratio error:
Polarity: I' sec × CF I – I prim
Calculated OK = phase I sec - phase I prim ε = ------------------------------------------- × 100%
I prim
secondary = - 45 ° < 0 ° < + 45 °
current *) Phase error:
NOT OK = all other cases
φ = φIsec – φIprim – φPhase correction
*) Note that the current I sec does not really exist in the system. It is a calculated current only.
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CTLowPower (ratio)
Use the CTLow Power test card to measure the ratio of a low-power current transformer with a
built-in burden and an output voltage that is directly proportional to the primary current.
Nominal primary Nominal secondary voltage
P1/H1 Built-in burden current Select to stop test
automatically when
Output range measurement is done
Electronic Primary
S1/X1 injection
R protection relay
CT current
Shielded cable with with low-
S2/X2 twisted wires voltage input
(e.g., 22.5 mV
at I nominal) Actual current
P2/H2 injected into
CT’s primary Phase angle ϕ
side relative to Iprim
Measured Select to enter

secondary secondary voltage
voltage instead of
measuring it
Ratio: Iprim / Vsec × CFI Polarity:

Ratio error: OK = phase I sec - phase I prim
K n × V sec × CF I – I prim = - 45 ° < 0 ° < + 45 °
ε = -------------------------------------------------------- × 100%
I prim NOT OK = all other cases
Phase error:
φ = φIsec – φIprim – φPhase correction
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SV-Ratio
The SV-Ratio test card is mainly used to check the ratio between the output current or voltage Block diagram of a typical measurement setup: Output range
and the input current or voltage of the selected merging unit channel according to the IEC 61850 Output frequency
standard. In addition, the SV-Ratio card is also used to determine the polarity of the signal, Primary side
Ethernet IRT**
whereas the CPC 100 serves as the signal source. The merging units generate the input output CPC 100 input Switch Primary injection Nominal primary current or voltage
voltages or currents. (SV-Ratio) current or voltage
Refresh stream
The CPC 100 test system performs closed-loop testing whereby a test signal is injected on the
primary side of the current/voltage sensors. The Merging Unit (MU) converts the sensor output digital Stream information
analog
into an SV stream which is published to the substation network. The CPC 100 then reads the
data back from the network in order to perform a variety of different tests. Channel
Optical fiber selection
The CPC 100 transforms the sampled points to the spectral function of the signal. This Fourier-
transformed sampled values signal is filtered with a special Hann window to only retrieve the Refer to the
“signal” at the selected frequency. This allows frequency-selective measurements to be selected
performed on SV streams and thereby the noise is suppressed. Selected stream Range (I or V)
digital
The SV-Ratio test card can be accessed from CT, VT or Others.
The following tests can be performed: Deviation of actual
Select to choose ratio from nominal
• Ratio and polarity Substation channels ratio in %
CT/VT MU*
• Automatic MU detection Network automatically
• Frequency-selective current/voltage measurement
• Noise level measurement
• Magnitude response of the signal processing chain (15 to 400 Hz)
* If the MU has an Ethernet output, no IRT switch is required.
** IRT Switch: Industrial Real-Time Switch Channel name; Output Primary Calculated Identifies quality of
refers to the current values ratio value the connection
selected Range or from
Note: The SV-Ratio test card can be used both for current transformers and voltage (either I or V) voltage measured Polarity status
transformers alike. Therefore, the description refers to currents and voltages.
values
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VTRatio VTBurden
Use the VTRatio test card to measure a voltage transformer’s ratio with injection on the VT’s Use the VTBurden test card to measure a voltage transformer’s secondary burden with voltage
primary side with up to 2 kV from AC OUTPUT. DANGER injection on the VT’s secondary side with up to 130 V from AC OUTPUT.
To do so, open the circuit as shown in the figure below, and inject the AC voltage from the
► Do not connect the CPC 100 output to the secondary side of the VT. This will cause CPC 100’s 130V AC output into the burden. Input I AC measures the current that flows into the
A/H1
hazardous voltages on the primary side burden, and input V1 AC the voltage at the burden.
a/X1
► For VT ratio measurement, connect the CPC 100 output to the primary side of the
VT. A/H1
Correction factor for Nominal primary voltage a/X1
V prim 1/√3 and 1/3: Correction factors for V sec
VT
Burden Primary injection Nominal secondary voltage
voltage VT Burden
Select to stop test
Output
automatically when
frequency
measurement is
n/X2 done
n/X2
N/H2 Measured
primary voltage N/H2
Select to enter
secondary voltage
Secondary voltage instead of
measured at V1 AC, measuring it
and its phase angle
relative to the
measured Vprim
Ratio and deviation in %
Polarity:
OK = phase I sec - phase I prim / = - 45 ° < 0 ° < + 45 °
NOT OK = all other cases
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VTBurden Voltage Withstand test Polarity Check

This test is identical to the voltage withstand test described on page Current Transformer-5. This test is identical to the polarity check described on page Current Transformer-5.
DANGER
A/H1
► Make sure that A/H1 is connected to ground. a/X1 A/H1 a/X1
► Disconnect the burden from the VT’s secondary side before starting the
measurement.
S1 S1
Output Correction factor for Vsec
frequency Nominal secondary voltage
2
OL
OL
CP
CP
Select to stop test automatically when measurement is done VT Burden
Secondary
injection voltage S2 S2
from 130V AC
output
n/X2 N/H2 n/X2 green LED red LED

Use current clamp
rather than input N/H2  
I AC*)
polarity checker polarity checker
The CPC 100 injects a
Actual voltage at CPOL2 CPOL2
special polarity check
the burden signal.
Select to enter
measured at input
secondary current
V1 AC
instead of
measuring it
Actual current
through burden Cosinus of phase angle ϕ
measured via input
Burden in VA: Vsec nom × (Isec act × Vsec nom/Vsec act)
I AC and its deviation
*) Due to cross-talk between the measuring inputs V1 AC and V2 AC, we suggest not to connect a
current clamp to the input V2 AC. Therefore, use a current clamp with current output.
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VTElectronics
Use the VTElectronics test card to test the ratio of non-conventional electronic voltage
transformers with a very low-level secondary voltage. Correction factor for Nominal primary voltage
V prim
1/√3 and 1/3: Correction factors for V sec
Primary
A/H1 a/X1 injection Nominal secondary voltage
Electronic voltage
voltage
Electronic
protection relay
transformer
with low-
Shielded cable with Output
voltage input Select to stop test
N/H2 twisted wires frequency
automatically when
n/X2 measurement is
done
Measured
primary voltage Select to enter
secondary voltage
instead of
Secondary measuring it
voltage measured
at V1 AC, and its
phase angle
relative to the
measured Vprim Ratio: Vprim / Vsec × CFU
Ratio error:
K n × V sec × CF U – V prim
Polarity: ε = ------------------------------------------------------------ × 100%
OK = phase I sec - phase I prim V prim
= - 45 ° < 0 ° < + 45 ° Phase error:
NOT OK = all other cases φ = φVsec – φVprim – φPhase correction
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TRRatio (per tap) Settings page

Use the TRRatio test card to measure a power transformer’s ratio by injecting AC voltage with
up to 2 kV from AC OUTPUT into the transformer’s primary side (refer to the following figure). Nominal primary injection voltage
Output frequency Pressing the Settings menu key opens the Settings page. The Settings page of
Setup for testing a power transformer ratio: YNyn0 transformer, primary and secondary side star the TRRatio test card has another functionality as on other test cards.
connection. Nominal ratio, calculated from Vprim nom /
Prim/H Sec/X Primary current Vsec nom
N/H0 n1/X0 from 2kV AC Note: The Settings page opens automatically if the Auto-tap operation mode is activated.
output; changes Vector group; The Settings page allows adding the transformer’s ratio per tap as follows. After pressing the
depending on the selection depending Add Tap menu key first enter the Tap Number, V prim and V sec. Add the next tap by pressing
A/H1 a1/X1
line selected in on the settings the Add Tap menu key and enter the corresponding V prim and V sec values. After this,
table below
pressing the Add Tap menu key repeatedly adds more taps with a step calculated from the
B/H2 b1/X2 values of the preceeding taps. The tap entries apply equally to all phases. After adding all taps,
press the Main Page menu key to transfer the data to the main page.
C/H3 c1/X3 Use the Automatic Tap Fill function to automatically fill in the nominal ratio table of the TRRatio
Actual voltage Operation mode test card for symmetric tap changers.
injected from
AC OUTPUT Performing a TRRatio test (per tap)
into the
transformer’s While passing through the power transformer’s tap changer positions, press
high-voltage Keep Result for each single position.
side
Note: This procedure is only required for manual wiring. Otherwise, the test runs
fully automatically.
Transformer tap
V sec Actual voltage measured at V1 AC
identifier and tap
number for the ° Phase angle of the primary current relative to Vprim nominal.
measurements :1 Calculated ratio value from the measured values Vprim / Vsec
DANGER in the respective
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current line of the table % Deviation of the actual ratio from the nominal ratio
► Do not connect the CPC 100 output to the secondary side of the transformer. This
will cause hazardous voltages on the primary side
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Settings page Automatic Tap Fill

The Settings page of the TRRatio test card offers an offline Auto-tap fill function. It
automatically fills in the nominal ratio table of the TRRatio test card for symmetric tap changers.
Time needed to switch from one tap to the Measurement starts at the lowest or
next highest position Number of taps with
the specified
nominal ratio in the
middle of the
symmetrical tap
scheme
Voltage difference
between positions
Activate if tap
changer is on high-
Select for the fully voltage side
automatic and extended
manual mode
The total number of taps minus the middle positions defines the number of taps above and
below the middle position(s). To determine the voltage for each tap position, the nominal ratio
of the middle position(s) and the deviation percentage are needed and the HV tap changer
check box needs to be activated if applicable.
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TRRatio (per tap)

The following table shows the V prim and V sec settings on the TRRatio test card for different IEC Winding connection Mea- Transformer Transformer Mea- IEC Winding connection Mea- Transformer Transformer Mea-
transformer’s winding connections. 60076 sure- high-voltage side low-voltage side sured turn 60076 sure- high-voltage side low-voltage side sured turn
vector ment ratio vector ment ratio
Note: The table is valid for manual wiring and in connection with the CP SB1. group group
In the Transformer high-voltage side column, + means that the terminals in the CP SB1 are HV / H LV /X HV / H LV /X
short circuited.
U-(V+W) / H1- U-(V+W) / H1-
A w-u / X3-X1 √3/2 A u-w / X1-X3 1*√3/2
IEC Winding connection Mea- Transformer Transformer Mea- V/H2 (H2+H3) v/X2 (H2+H3)
u/X1 V/H2
60076 sure- high-voltage side low-voltage side sured turn w/X3 V-(U+W) / H2- V-(U+W) / H2-
vector ment ratio Yd5 B u-v / X1-X2 Dy11 B v-u / X2-X1
(H1+H3) w/X3 (H1+H3)
group
U/H1 W/H3 v/X2 U/H1 W/H3 u/X1
W-(U+V) / H3- W-(U+V) / H3-
HV / H LV /X C v-w / X2-X3 C w-v / X3-X2
(H1+H2) (H1+H2)
V/H2 v/X2 A U-V / H1-H2 u-v / X1-X2 1
U-(V+W) / H1- U-(V+W) / H1-
A w-u / X3-X1 √3/2 A u-w / X1-X3 1*√3/2
Dd0 B V-W / H2-H3 v-w / X2-X3 V/H2 u/X1 (H2+H3) v/X2 (H2+H3)
V/H2
w/X3
U/H1 W/H3 u/X1 w/X3 C W-U / H3-H1 w-u / X3-X1 V-(U+W) / H2- w/X3 V-(U+W) / H2-
Yz5 B u-v / X1-X2 Yd11 B v-u / X2-X1
(H1+H3) (H1+H3)
V/H2 v/X2 A U-V / H1-H2 u-v / X1-X2 1 U/H1 W/H3 v/X2 U/H1 W/H3 u/X1
W-(U+V) / H3- W-(U+V) / H3-
C v-w / X2-X3 C w-v / X3-X2
Yy0 B V-W / H2-H3 v-w / X2-X3 (H1+H2) (H1+H2)
U/H1 W/H3 u/X1 w/X3 C W-U / H3-H1 w-u / X3-X1 V/H2 w/X3 u/X1 A U-V / H1-H2 v-u / X2-X1 1 U-(V+W) / H1-
A u-w / X1-X3 1*√3/2
V/H2 v/X2 (H2+H3)
Dd6 B V-W / H2-H3 w-v / X3-X2
V/H2 v/X2 A U-V / H1-H2 u-v / X1-X2 1 V-(U+W) / H2-
U/H1 W/H3 v/X2 Yz11 w/X3 B v-u / X2-X1
B V-W / H2-H3 v-w / X2-X3 C W-U / H3-H1 u-w / X1-X3 (H1+H3)
Dz0
U/H1 W/H3 u/X1
u/X1 w/X3 C W-U / H3-H1 w-u / X3-X1 V/H2 w/X3 u/X1 A U-V / H1-H2 v-u / X2-X1 1 W-(U+V) / H3-
U/H1 W/H3 C w-v / X3-X2
(H1+H2)
Yy6 B V-W / H2-H3 w-v / X3-X2
U-(V+W) / H1-
A w-u / X3-X1 √3/2
V/H2 u/X1 (H2+H3) U/H1 W/H3 v/X2 C W-U / H3-H1 u-w / X1-X3
w/X3 V-(U+W) / H2-
Dy5 B u-v / X1-X2 V/H2 w/X3 u/X1 A U-V / H1-H2 v-u / X2-X1 1
(H1+H3)
U/H1 W/H3 v/X2 Dz6 B V-W / H2-H3 w-v / X3-X2
W-(U+V) / H3-
C v-w / X2-X3
(H1+H2) U/H1 W/H3 v/X2 C W-U / H3-H1 u-w / X1-X3
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TRRatio according to IEC 61378-1 Vector Group Check

The IEC 61378-1 is a standard for testing transformers with unconventional vector groups. Use the Vector Group Check to automatically determine the transformer’s vector group.
Activate the IEC 61378-1 check box to perform a measurement according to this standard. The Note: The Vector Group Check test requires a CP SB1 transformer switch box.
test is vector-group independent. Prim/H Sec/X Connect to tap changer
► Before starting the Vector Group Check, use the Demag test card with the Wiring set to
Note: The IEC 61378-1 check box is only available if the CP SB1 switch box is connected. A/H1 a1/X1 Yd5 or Dy5 (see page 10 in this chapter) to ensure reliable results.
B/H2 b1/X2 Test voltage

Nominal primary
injection voltage Test frequency
► Enter rated
Output frequency C/H3 c1/X3
frequency
for correct
results
OFF: No alternative
vector group has
been determined
The CPC 100 energizes the transformer’s primary windings and measures the voltages on the
With the IEC 61378-1 check box activated, the CPC 100 carries out two standard-compliant
secondary terminal. The optimized algorithm reduces the number of measurements. The vector
measurements for each winding and calculates the transformer’s turns ratio and phase shift.
group is determined according to the voltage distributions. In cases where the measurement
The measurement table displays the same values as for the standard TRRatio measurement.
results apply equally to two vector groups, an alternative group is provided.
The magnetization current and phase angle will not be available in this mode.
Note: The IEC 61378-1 test takes longer than a standard ratio measurement. DANGER
During the Vector Group Check, the CPC 100 continuously puts out the set test
voltage.
► Do not touch the CPC 100’s outputs and do not touch or unplug any cables.
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Vector Group Check Winding Resistance

Use the RWinding test card to measure the resistance of a power transformer’s winding as
described on page Current Transformer-4. Alternatively, inject the current directly from the N/H0 Prim/H Sec/X n1/X0
Prim/H Sec/X 400A DC output as shown below.
A/H1 a1/X1 DANGER A/H1 a1/X1

B/H2 b1/X2 Injecting direct current into test objects with inductive characteristics will charge the B/H2 b1/X2
winding of the test object.
C/H3 c1/X3 ► Follow instructions below.

C/H3 c1/X3
► See section “DC output to test objects with a high inductance” on page Preface-5.
DANGER
► Ground all poles of the test object before touching the test setup.
► Short-circuit the terminals before disconnecting the test leads. CP SA1
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
It is recommended to perform all winding resistance measurements with the CP SA1
connected to the CPC 100 V DC input sockets to protect yourself and the CPC 100
from high-voltage hazards.
► The CP SA1 must be used for measurements using the 400A DC output. NOTICE
The CP SA1 discharge box also protects the CPC 100 from damages caused by high
voltage.
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Tap Changer Cleaner Sequence TRTapCheck (for OLTC)

The Tap Changer Cleaner Sequence is used to sweep all taps before performing a Winding Use the TRTapCheck test card to measure the winding resistance of the individual taps of a
Resistance measurement to ensure that the taps are clean. power transformer’s tap changer, and to check whether the on-load tap changer (OLTC)
switches without interruption. N/H0 Prim/H Sec/X n1/X0
Note: The Tap Changer Cleaner Sequence can only be activated if the CP SB1 transformer
switch box is connected and Auto-tap is selected. The CPC 100 injects a constant current from the 6A DC output
into the power transformer and the current is led via the I AC / A/H1 a1/X1
Time required for DC input for measurement. Alternatively, the current injected
switching between taps from the 400A DC output is measured internally. From this
two taps current value and the voltage measured by the V DC input, the B/H2 b1/X2
winding resistance is calculated.
Click to start 1 sweep = every tap
Cleaner Sequence position is actuated In the moment the tap is changed, the I AC / DC measuring
input detects the sudden, very short drop of the current flow. A C/H3 c1/X3
once in each
Winding direction properly working tap change differs from a malfunctioning one,
material e.g., an interruption during the change, by the magnitude of the
Measurement ripple and slope values. An interruption will result in much higher
temperature ripple and slope values than a properly functioning tap change.
Reference The ripple and slope values are indicated at the TRTapCheck
temperature OLTC test card’s measurement table.
CP SA1
The currently sweeped tap and the remaining time are displayed during the sequence.
Note: You can only interrupt the Tap Changer Cleaner Sequence by pressing the Emergency
Stop button.
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TRTapCheck (for OLTC)

Nominal test Output range Tap Changer Test and Measuring the Winding Resistance
After pressing the Auto Keep Result menu key, the CPC 100 waits until stable
current Winding connection When testing a tap changer, we recommend the following: results with a deviation less than the defined tolerance (in %) within the defined
Reference temperature ► Inject the same current value for each phase. settling time ( Δ t) are achieved. After then, a new result line is added and the next
Actual test Actual specimen ► To perform tests of each phase, start with the lowest tap through to the highest and continue measurement starts.
current temperature backwards down to the lowest tap again. Taps may show quite different results depending
on the direction of the tap movement and defects can behave differently. An interruption Note: If the CPC 100 is in Auto Keep Result status, the user can end the process by either
Automated tap
caused by a defective tap changer results in comparatively high measured values for ripple pressing Keep Result or by changing to the Tolerance setting and changing the value. The
Measured operation
and slope. context-dependent menu key Set Current Deviation resumes the value of the current deviation
voltage at
Tolerance of the in the Tolerance field.
V DC input
deviation in % Example: Results of a tap changer and winding resistance test
Transformer tap
Settling time For the tap changer test, the last two
identifier and tap
columns of the table are relevant.
number
High ripple because inductance is
charged
Rmeas: Actual resistance Values okay because always in the

Dev.: Deviation in % between the maximum and the minimum measured values evaluated with same range
the settling time.
R ref.: Temperature-corrected resistance value
Ripple: Samples and holds the biggest measured current ripple that occurred in the measuring
cycle. It is indicated in % with reference to I DC.
Tap defective: significantly higher values for ripple and slope. Compared to the properly functioning
Slope Samples and holds the biggest measured steepness of the falling edge of the actual test tap change of line 5, for the defective tap in line 7 the ripple is about 30 times and the slope about
current. 15 times higher.
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Dynamic OLTC-Scan (DRM)

Performing a Tap Changer Test Use the Dynamic OLTC-Scan test card to visualize the on-load tap changer’s transient
Filter settings:
switching behavior and assess its condition.
DANGER Phase Only display results from currently selected phase.
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current Note: The CPC 100 Dynamic OLTC-Scan requires a CP SB1 transformer switch box.
Tap Only display results with same tap number.
Injecting direct current into test objects with inductive characteristics will charge the Wiring Test current number
winding of the test object. configuration* Tolerance of the Parity Only display results from taps with even/odd numbers.
R dev. during
► Follow instructions below. Currently tested tap Direction Only display results from one direction of OLTC movement.
saturation
► See section “DC output to test objects with a high inductance” on page Preface-5.
Number of taps Measurement ► Press View and use the corresponding context-dependent menu keys to switch from the
DANGER block: Graph view (default) to the Chart view (bar charts) or the Table view.
Switching direction
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current Dev. Current ► Press Meas. block to hide/unhide the measurement block.
Cursor R dev. ► Press Mark to place a for later reference.
► Never open the measuring circuit while current flows. (Saturation)
► After a measurement, wait until the test device has discharged completely. ► Press Set Current Deviation to enter the value of the current R dev. into the Tolerance
I DC Test current
► Ground all poles of the test object before touching the test setup. field.
R ref. Reference
► Short-circuit the terminals before disconnecting the test leads. resistance
Properties on the Settings page:
► Disconnect cables not used for testing both from the test object and the test device. * <1> for single-
phase transformers Auto-tap Activate for fully automatic mode
Test mode • Basic: standard test without dynamic LV shorting
1. Press the I/O (test start/stop) push-button to start the test.
Status icons: (current over • OMICRON: Basic mode expanded by dynamic shorting of the
2. Press Keep Result to save the resistance value of this tap or press Auto Keep time) transformer’s LV side for increased sensitivity
Marks the detection phase during which the tap changer has to be actuated. This is
Result. In this case, the CPC 100 waits until stable results within the set
either done automatically or manually. Noise Select to activate an interference filter.
Tolerance and Δ t are achieved. After then, a new result line is added showing
Time-out: No switching operation has been detected during the Tap time. Only suppression
the number of the next measured tap.
applicable when Auto-tap is activated. Tap time Time required for switching between two taps
3. Move to the next position on the tap changer.
Data corruption: A disturbance has been detected. This result is invalid. Delete the No. of sweeps Used for the Tap Changer Cleaner Sequence
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all taps you want to measure. corrupted data row and the subsequent rows and restart the test from the last valid Material Winding material
5. Press the I/O (test start/stop) push-button to stop the test and wait until the result. T meas. Measurement temperature
transformer windings are discharged.
T ref. Reference temperature
T rec. Recording time
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Dynamic OLTC-Scan (DRM) Voltage Withstand Test

This test is identical to the voltage withstand test described on page Current Transformer-5.
DANGER
Injecting direct current into test objects with inductive characteristics will charge the
Prim/H Sec/X Connect to tap changer Prim/H Sec/X
► Follow instructions below. N/H0 n1/X0
► See section “DC output to test objects with a high inductance” on page Preface-5. N/H0 n1/X0
DANGER A/H1 a1/X1 A/H1 a1/X1

B/H2 b1/X2 B/H2 b1/X2
► Short-circuit the terminals before disconnecting the test leads. C/H3 c1/X3 C/H3 c1/X3
CP SA1
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Demagnetization
Use the Demag test card to demagnetize the transformer core. Magnetized transformers may
easily saturate and draw an excessive inrush current upon energization. Since the forces on the DANGER
windings due to high inrush current may cause damage or even breakdown, it is desirable to Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
avoid them. Prim/H Sec/X Injecting direct current into test objects with inductive characteristics will charge the
n1/X0 winding of the test object.
The CPC 100 Demag test card requires a N/H0
CP SB1 transformer switch box. The wiring ► Follow instructions below.
is the same as for a standard resistance A/H1 a1/X1 ► See section “DC output to test objects with a high inductance” on page Preface-5.
test plus a connection of the V1 input to the
DANGER
switch box. Via the switch box, the
B/H2 b1/X2 Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
CPC 100 injects a constant current from the
6A DC output into the power transformer. ► Never open the measuring circuit while current flows.
The current is led through the I AC / DC ► After a measurement, wait until the test device has discharged completely.
C/H3 c1/X3
input for measurement. ► Ground all poles of the test object before touching the test setup.
► Short-circuit the terminals before disconnecting the test leads.
Follow the steps below to fill in the Demag test card:
► Enter the vector group of the transformer.
► Specify whether the test object is a single-phase transformer.
► Enter the test current.
In the first step during the demagnetization process, the transformer core is saturated. This
process stops at predefined thresholds. If a threshold is not reached over a long period of time,
the saturation level can be adapted manually. By pressing Set current saturat., the present
saturation level can be set as the new threshold. During the Demag cycle, the initial CP SA1
remanence is measured and the currently remaining remanence is constantly displayed. After
the test, the core is demagnetized.
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Demagnetization
Check box for Vector group of
single-phase the transformer
transformers
Measured current
Test current
Saturation
Demag status
threshold
message
Current Set present

saturation level or saturation as the
remaining new saturation
remanence threshold level
Test card during Demag process
Demag status messages:

Wiring check... Checking for correct wiring
Idle. Displayed before the process is started
Test was canceled. Displayed after pushing the Emergency Stop button, confirming an
error message or pressing the I/O button again
Saturating core... Core is being saturated
Discharging... Core is being discharged
Demagnetizing... Actual demagnetization cycle in progress
Test stopped. CPC 100 could not complete the demagnetization
Core is demagnetized. Demag cycle has been successful
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µΩ measurement
The Resistance test card provides a total of three output ranges. The test setup depends on 10 mΩ to 10 Ω 10 Ω to 20 kΩ
the selected range.
Setup for a mΩ measurement in the 6A DC range: Setup for an Ω to kΩ measurement in the V DC (2 wire) range:
1 µΩ to 10 mΩ
Setup for a µΩ measurement in the 400A DC range:
R R
Inject current from the 6A DC output to both sides of the test object. To measure this current,
route it via the I AC/DC input as shown in the figure above. Input V DC measures the voltage
drop, the software calculates the test object’s resistance. At this range, the DC input V DC outputs the current needed to measure the resistance.
DANGER
Inject current from the 400A DC output to both sides of the test object. Input V DC measures the Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
voltage drop, the software calculates the test object’s resistance.
► Do not measure on a large inductance in this mode.
► Use RWinding instead.
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µΩ measurement Winding resistance Voltage Withstand Test

Output range, select from 400A DC, 6A DC Select to stop test
Use the RWinding test card to measure the resistance of a test object’s secondary winding as This test is identical to the voltage withstand test described on page Current Transformer-5.
or V DC (2 wire) automatically described on page Transformer-5. Alternatively, inject the current directly from the 400A DC
Nominal test output.
when P1/H1
current (“n/a” if S1/X1
measurement is DANGER
V DC 2 wire)
done
Injecting direct current into test objects with inductive characteristics will charge the
Burden
CT
► Follow instructions below.
Smallest possible Highest possible ► See section “DC output to test objects with a high inductance” on page Preface-5.
resistance resistance S2/X2
P2/H2
DANGER
Select to enter Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
VDC manually
instead of
measuring it
► Short-circuit the terminals before disconnecting the test leads.
Actual test current ► Disconnect cables not used for testing both from the test object and the test device.
that is injected
into the test object WARNING
Measured voltage drop Calculated resistance of test object,
at the test object
It is recommended to perform all winding resistance measurements with the CP SA1
R = V DC / I DC
connected to the CPC 100 V DC input sockets to protect yourself and the CPC 100
from high-voltage hazards.
► The CP SA1 must be used for measurements using the 400A DC output.
► Before disconnecting the test leads, short-circuit the test object’s terminals first and
then remove the wirings to the CPC 100.
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RGround
Use the RGround test card to determine earth resistance between a substation’s ground Measuring the ground resistance of small ground systems
system and a remote auxiliary electrode. To measure the earth resistance, the CPC 100 injects DANGER
AC current between the substation’s ground system and a temporary remote auxiliary electrode. Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
A second auxiliary electrode is used to measure the voltage potential across the substation’s
earth resistance. In case of a high-current ground fault within the substation during the test,
considerably high voltages could arise in any wire connected to the substation and
Note: Make sure not to position the auxiliary electrode U too close to the substation’s ground leading away from it.
system. If you do so, you measure in a range where the earth resistance may not be linear (see
figure below). ► Do not touch the test probe without insulating gloves outside of the substation area.
We suggest to test several points using a longer distance to the substation ground. That way
you get a better understanding of where the linear range of the earth resistance lies, and where WARNING
the measurements are reliable. Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
Theoretical resistance characteristic of an earth electrode: The "Auxiliary electrode I" carries life threatening voltages during the test. Also the
Earth resistance in mΩ step voltage around the electrode can be quite high.
ΔU
► Mark an erea of 10 m (30 ft) around the electrode as dangerous zone and position 3...5 x a Current probe I
600
a guard outside this area to keep people from entering the dangerous zone.
500 ► If the desired current cannot be reached or an overload occurs, the contact
a 10 m
resistance of the "Auxiliary electrode I" to the soil might be too high. Place several
400 linear range of earth resistance
electrodes in a distance of a few meters and connect them all together to keep the
300 resistance to the soil low. This also reduces the hazard due to high voltages around
the electrode. a
Substation ground
200 a= size of the earthing system
90°
100
0
Auxiliary electrodes U
Distance
Note: Instead of injecting the test current via an auxiliary electrode, an existing line can be used
(see page CP CU1-1).
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RGround
Measuring the soil resistivity Calculating the soil resistivity:
ρ=2πdR Nominal test current
Legend:
ρ = soil resistivity
Frequency of test current. Select a
d = distance between auxiliary electrodes (identical between all electrodes)
frequency other than the 50 or 60Hz
R = calculated resistance as indicated at the RGround test card (R(f)) mains frequency to prevent
With the spacing of “d”, the test measures the average soil resistivity between the U auxiliary interferences by stray earth
currents.
electrodes down to a depth of “d”. Therefore, varying “d” also varies the depth of the volume for
which the soil resistivity is to be measured.
DANGER
► Do not touch the 6A AC output. It can carry a life-threatening voltage level at high Actual test current (rms value)
Auxiliary Auxiliary Auxiliary Auxiliary loop impedances or open measuring circuits.
electrode I electrode U ΔU electrode U electrode I
Note: To learn how to measure the resistance of a single ground spike in an earthing system,
refer to the CPC 100 Reference Manual, section “RGround” of chapter “Resistance”. The
d d d
CPC 100 Reference Manual is available in PDF format on the CPC 100 Toolsets or the Measured voltage between
d= distance CPC 100 Start Page. substation ground and the auxiliary
electrode U (rms value, non- Calculated ohmic part of Calculated inductive
selective frequency) and phase shift earth impedance part of earth impedance
between VRMS and IRMS. (frequency-selective (frequency-selective
measurement) measurement)
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General
Use the Sequencer test card to define a sequence of states to be applied to a connected test
*) Note that some of the trigger events offered in the trigger event combo box DANGER
object. A sequence of up to 7 states can be defined. The states within that sequence execute
depend on the measured quantity settings below (trigger on measurement). Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
sequentially. For each state, a trigger signal can be specified to prematurely terminate this state
and execute the next one. Trigger on "Overload": the occurrence or the clearing of an output overload Together with the test object’s capacitance, the leakage inductance of the CPC 100’s
A sequence of states can either be executed once from state 1 to state x, or repeated condition (clearing is delayed by 100 ms to debounce). internal output transformer forms a series resonant circuit. Especially at
continuously. Furthermore, the complete sequence can prematurely be terminated if during the **) Setting a time of 0.000 s makes the state infinite. Only a trigger signal will frequencies > 50 / 60 Hz this may result in voltage superelevation.
execution of one of its states this state’s specified trigger condition occurs. terminate it. ► When testing capacitive test objects using voltages ≥ 500 V, make sure that the
***) This option can lead to a freeze of the CPC 100 caused by a memory overflow. test object’s capacitance does not exceed 25 nF.
This can happen if there are too much results in a certain time. In this case, the
DANGER
Switch off on trigger, i.e., abort sequence when the trigger condition becomes true CPC 100 can only be switched off via the Emergency Stop button. The CPC 100
will work properly again after rebooting the device.
► Never use Sequencer in combination with a DC output on test objects with highly
The sequence is repeated The feature Manual Trigger provides a possibility to manually initiate a trigger
Synchronize with V1 AC (needs up to 200 ms to endlessly.***) signal (i.e., a premature termination) of the current state at any time. This manual
► Mind the danger of test object’s charged capacitance. Before connecting or
synchronize) trigger has the same function as an automatic trigger signal.
disconnecting any leads, use a grounding/discharging rod
Press the Add State button to define additional states. Note that the maximum ► to discharge all terminals of the test object.
possible number of states is 6.
► to connect all terminals of the test object to ground and short-circuit all
Output range selection capacitances.
DANGER
States table (state-specific settings): Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
• output quantity settings
• trigger specification *) ► Never use Sequencer to measure the resistance of windings with highly inductive
• duration of state if no trigger characteristics. Turning off the DC source results in life-threatening voltage levels.
occurs **) ► For this kind of measurement only use the special winding resistance test cards
RWinding, TRTapCheck or OLTC-Scan.
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Testing an overcurrent relay with an ARC function

This sequence of four states tests a complete autoreclosure cycle with both a short dead time
(rapid autoreclosure) and a long dead time (slow autoreclosure). State 1: "wait for the CB to open" State 3: "wait for the CB to open"
P1/H1 Set to output 400A until the trigger condition "Overload" occurs. Like state 1, see previous figure.
S1/X1
Here, trigger condition "Overload" means: The CPC 100 cannot
I> provide the 400A any longer because of the opening CB contact.
Therefore, the opening CB contact terminates state 1.
OFF ON The measurement table shows for state 1 that the relay time + the CB
S2/X2 opening time lasted 290 ms.
P2/H2
State 4: "wait for the CB to close"

Long dead time. Set to output 50A*) until the "Overload" trigger
State 2: "wait for the CB to close"
condition that started state 4 clears.
Short dead time. Set to output 50A until the "Overload" trigger The measurement table shows for state 4 that the long dead time +
condition that started state 2 clears. the CB closing time lasted 3.191 s. This time also includes the
The measurement table shows for state 2 that the short dead time + additional time to compensate for the debounce (see note).
the CB closing time lasted 477 ms. This time also includes the The actual value for CB close equals 3.191 s - 100 ms = 3.091 s.
additional time to compensate for the debounce (see note). *)Current values < 50A do not initiate an "Overload" when the current
The actual value for CB close equals 477 ms - 100 ms = 377 ms. circuit opens. For this reason, a nominal current value of 50A was chosen
Note that the r.m.s. measurement of IOut reacts slow and therefore here, even though the CB is open.
the measurement table does not show the full current.
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Note: For debouncing purposes, at CB closing time measurements, the CPC 100 adds a fixed Use the Ramping test card to define a series of ramps to be applied to a connected test object.
time of 100 ms to the measured value. In order to determine the true CB closing time value, A series of up to 5 ramps can be defined. The ramps within that series execute sequentially, and DANGER
these 100 ms need to be deducted from the value displayed in the measurement table. run from a start to an end value within a set period of time. Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
It is possible to specify a trigger signal that prematurely terminates either the entire series of Together with the test object’s capacitance, the leakage inductance of the CPC 100’s
Time sequence of the four states to test the autoreclosure cycle internal output transformer forms a series resonant circuit. Especially at
ramps or the actual ramp only, and then continues with the next one (if any).
frequencies > 50 / 60 Hz this may result in voltage superelevation.
Fault inception: overcurrent condition occurs Start value of ramp
I ► When testing capacitive test objects using voltages ≥ 500 V, make sure that the
CB opens CB autoreclosure Switch off on trigger, i.e., when a trigger condition becomes true
test object’s capacitance does not exceed 25 nF.
CB opens again Output range selection & actual output
DANGER
value
100ms 100ms Ramped quantity & fixed quantity ► Never use Ramping in combination with a DC output on test objects with highly
Ramps table (ramp-specific settings): ► Mind the danger of test object’s charged capacitance. Before connecting or
• output quantity settings disconnecting any leads, use a grounding/discharging rod
t
• ramp duration if no trigger occurs ► to discharge all terminals of the test object.
State 1 State2*) State 3 State4*) • trigger specification ► to connect all terminals of the test object to ground and short-circuit all
short long dead time capacitances.
dead time
DANGER
*) State 2 and 4 incl. the additional 100 ms the CPC 100 adds to compensate for the debounce ► Never use Ramping to measure the resistance of windings with highly inductive
(see note above). The feature Manual Trigger provides a possibility to manually initiate a trigger characteristics. Turning off the DC source results in life-threatening voltage levels.
signal (i.e., a premature termination) of the current ramp at any time. This manual ► For this kind of measurement only use the special winding resistance test cards
trigger has the same function as an automatic trigger signal. RWinding, TRTapCheck or OLTC-Scan.
Press the Add Ramp button to define additional ramps. Note that the maximum
possible number of ramps is 5.
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Testing the pick-up / drop-off value of an overcurrent relay

Example of a series of ramps Ramp 1:
To determine the pick up and the drop off value of a relay, a series of three ramps is defined.
The first ramp determines the pick up value, the second one represents a 1 s pause time, and Set to output a ramped current
the third ramp determines the drop off value. signal from 100.0A to either 200.0A
Ramp 1 in 10s, or until the trigger condition
Ramp 2 P1/H1 "Binary" occurs.
Ramp 3 Here, trigger condition "Binary"
means: the relay contact picks up. In
S1/X1 this moment, ramp 1 terminates and
The three ramps defined in the ramps table shown above result in an output signal like this:
the series continues with ramp 2.
I I> The measurement table shows for
Ramp 2
200A ramp 1 that the relay contact picked
up after 7.175s at a current value of
S2/X2 170.29A
1
Ra
P2/H2
mp
mp
Ra
Ramp 3:
3
Because ramp 1 did not reach the 200A due to the

trigger signal, ramp 3 starts with 170.29A, and then
ramps down to zero with the set steepness (200.0A to
1A t 0.0A in 10s) until the trigger condition "Binary" occurs.
0s 5s 15s 20s Here, trigger condition "Binary" means: the relay
contact drops off. Since there are no further ramps
Ramp 1 Ramp 2 Ramp 3 defined, in this moment the sequence terminates.
Ramp 2: The measurement table shows for ramp 3 that the relay
from 1 A from 200 A from 200 A
contact dropped off 1.1s after ramp 3 started at a
(set at "Start val:") (end value of ramp 1) (end value of ramp 2) Pause time. Test current output is
current value of 152.35A.
to end value 200 A to end value 200 A to end value 0 A "frozen" for 1 s.
(set in line 1 column "A") (set in line 2 column "A") (set in line 3 column "A")
in 5 s for 10 seconds in 5 seconds The CPC 100’s AC OUTPUT feeds the ramped current signal into a CT, which is connected to
(set in line 1 column "s") (set in line 2 column "s") (set in line 3 column "s")
an overcurrent relay. The overcurrent relay’s trip contact is fed into the CPC 100’s binary input
BinIn, and acts there as a trigger signal.
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General
Time sequence of the three ramps: Use the Amplifier test card to set the CPC 100 to an "amplifier-like" mode. In this mode, an
Display of the measured high-current
input signal fed into a synchronization input drives the high-current output’s magnitude,
Ramp 2 output signal
I frequency and phase angle. Set range
200A Ramp 3 Select between I AC, V1 AC and V2 AC as synchronization inputs.
pick up
To prevent saturation, the output signal follows sudden magnitude changes at the
170.29A initially defined ramp
synchronization input slowly. This smoothening effect delays the follow-up of the output current
152.35A up to 250 ms. Measured phase
Set phase angle angle between
1 drop off Both the "amplification" factor and the phase angle between input and output are set by the user between input
mp in the Amplifier test card.
input and output
Ra and output signal signal
100A Note: Changes in frequency and phase angle may result in unwanted effects. Both frequency
and phase must be held stable.
Note: The input frequency is limited to a range of 48 ... 62 Hz.
Select
synchronization Value measured
input at
t synchronization
0A 1s
input (refer
0s 7.175s 1.1s 10s 21s to ”Starting a
high-current
output” in the next
Measured input frequency (48 ... 62 Hz) column).
Set the amplification factor to determine the ratio between input and output signal.
Note: The synchronization input is not automatically range-switching, it is fixed to its maximum
value.
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Amplifier use case: GPS-synchronized 3-phase system for end-to-end testing

Starting a high-current output CMC 256plus CMGPS 588
This example shows how the three current outputs of a CMC 256plus test set are led to the
synchronization inputs I AC of three CPC 100 test sets to drive their high-current outputs. This
DANGER
way, the CPC 100 high-current outputs represent the "amplified" CMC 256plus outputs and, in
this example, are connected to three CTs.
Depending on the measured input signal, setting the amplification factor can result in
Settings of Amplifier test card for this example use case:
unintentionally high currents.
► If the magnitude of the input signal is unknown or uncertain, set the amplification
factor to "0" before starting the test.
► Set an amplification factor of "0".
► Press I/O (test start / stop) to start the measurement.

► Now the display field shows the measured input value.
► With the measured input value in mind, enter the amplification factor now.
► Acknowledge this entry by pressing the handwheel or the Enter key to start the
output.
800 A AC
800 A AC
800 A AC
The Comment card is inserted to a test procedure in the same manner like a test card. Its
purpose is to hold a user-defined comment and / or note regarding the actual test procedure or
other important information, such as operational data of a transformer, for example.
CPC 100 for phase 1 CPC 100 for phase 2 CPC 100 for phase 3
Protection
CT 1 CT 2 CT 3
relay
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Starting the string editor Form editor - text editor

The tab quasi denotes a column-break.
Sub.: Buers
The difference between Form Editor and Text Editor is that text left of the tab (the "first column",
Trans.: TR24
This is a user-defined comment and/or so to speak) cannot be accessed anymore in Text Editor, i.e., it is protected. To add, edit or
Manuf.: Siemens delete first column entries use the Form Editor.
note regarding the actual test procedure.
Type: KFRM 1863A / 22E
Year: 1955
How to change a comment
Se. No.: T-54953 If you need to change an existing comment, press Edit. This starts the String Editor.
Power: 100 MVA Start the appropriate input mode, "Form Editor" or "Text Editor", change the entries of your
choice and press OK.
VecGr.: YN/yn0
Uprim: 220.000 V How to clear a comment
Iprim: 262.5 A Press Clear Comment. The context-dependent menu keys change and provide two more keys:
Usec: 110.000 V Clear All and Clear Text.
Press the context-dependent menu key Edit to start the String Editor, the tool for Isec: 525.0 A
entering text. Uk: 10.2 % Clear All: Deletes the entire comment at once, i.e. all text in all columns.
Clear Text: Deletes all to the right of the tab, i.e. everything but the left-hand side column.
Enter the first word "Substation" and then a tab. Proceed with "Buers" and a carriage return.
When used for the Comment card, the String Editor differentiates between the input modes Proceed accordingy:
"Form Editor" and "Text Editor". After pressing Edit, "Text Editor" is active. With the exception
of the context-dependent menu key to switch between these two modes, the user interface is Sub. Buers
identical.
To create "flowing" text with no tabs in it, either input mode can be used. Compose a text of your Trans. TR24
choice by selecting the individual characters and symbols needed one by one and confirm them
by pressing the handwheel. When finished, acknowledge with OK. Manuf. Siemens
To create such a "2 columns" layout use the Form Editor.
Type a.s.o.
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General Test settings

The HV Resonance Test System test card is used for generic high-voltage tests on GIS with Nominal CT ratio
To set the test cycle:
a resonance circuit in combination with the CP RC1 or the CP RC2. according to CT
Select if no measurement Press to add state
nameplate
VT is available
Indicates the voltage slope between
Set output voltage Test settings the states
Nominal VT ratio
Automatic search of resonance Estimated VT ratio according to VT
frequency nameplate State definition
Define/set automatic Short-circuit Total time of test cycle

test cycle impedance of
the power VT
at 100 Hz
Set frequency
value
DANGER
Estimated power Death or severe injury caused by high voltage
Controlled input VT ratio with ► Do not connect a reactor in serial with the CP TR7/CP TR8 output.
channel losses
NOTICE
Equipment damage caused by high test current
► Verify that the voltage transformer used for the high-voltage generation can
Note: Refer to the CP RC1 and CP RC2 User Manuals for information on the correct test setup
withstand the needed test current.
and connection.
Output voltage at Time elapsed for this measurement ► Observe the maximum operating time of the VT and the CP RC1. Refer to the
CPC 100 Ext. Booster corresponding manuals for more information.
output Output current at
CPC 100 Ext. Booster
output
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Test assessment The String Editor

The test assessment is a manual procedure carried out by the user. The String Editor is used to name or rename test cards, tests and templates as well as to fill out Important special characters
The example below shows an assessment made at a VTRatio test card. However, the the Comment card.
assessment procedure is carried out in the same fashion on all test cards. Any time such an operation becomes necessary, the String Editor starts automatically. carriage return (line feed)
Change case tab (special function in Form Editor mode; refer to page Others-7).
Text field Switch between

form and text editor Complete the following steps to change the default name, and to enter a name of your choice:
Move left ► Delete the default name by repeatedly pressing the backspace key.
Available Move right ► Enter the new test or folder name by consecutively selecting the characters of
Assessment symbol your choice from the “on-screen keyboard” with the Up / Down keys or by
characters
navigating to it with the handwheel.
Finish editing
► Acknowledge every selected character by pressing the handwheel or Enter.
Abort editing,
Template phrases
discard changes
► After the test, set the focus on the assessment symbol by turning the handwheel.
Test not assessed. The number of available characters to choose from depends on the String Editor’s use. If, for
example, a user-defined comment is to be entered in the Comment card, the number of
available characters is bigger than if a test is to be renamed. This difference are special
characters, such as !, ?, _, [ ], etc.
► Use the context-dependent menu keys to assess the test.
Test OK
Test failed
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Template phrases
The String Editor provides a feature, that allows you to save phrases, i.e., names of test cards,
tests, templates, folders and files. Once these phrases are saved, they can then be selected as
template phrases from the Select a phrase combo box.
Define new template phrase
Delete selected template phrase
Add selected template phrase to the actual

cursor position in text field
How to save a phrase

► Enter a name of your choice in the way described above.
► Put the focus on the Select a phrase combo box.
► Press Add to Phrases to add this name to the list of template phrases.
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Common
functions
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Generator / output section - current outputs Generator / output section - voltage outputs Internal measurement of outputs
Note: For detailed information refer to the section “Technical Data” in the CPC 100 Reference
Range Amplitude5 tmax Imax Powermax5 f Guaranteed accuracy Typical accuracy6
Manual available in PDF format on the CPC 100 Toolsets or the CPC 100 Start Page.
0 … 2 kV 1 min 1.25 A 2500 VA 15 … 400 Hz Output Range Amplitude Phase Amplitude Phase
The output is either voltage or current, and is automatically selected by the software or manually 2kV AC3
by the user. Current and voltage outputs are overload and short-circuit proof and protected 0 … 2 kV >2h 0.5 A 1000 VA 15 … 400 Hz Reading Full Full Reading Full Full
against over-temperature. error scale scale error scale scale
1kV AC 3 0 … 1 kV 1 min 2.5 A 2500 VA 15 … 400 Hz
error error error error
Range Amplitude tmax1 Vmax2 Powermax2 f 0 … 1 kV >2h 1.0 A 1000 VA 15 … 400 Hz
800A AC - 0.20 % 0.20 % 0.20° 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.10°
0 … 800 A 25 s 6.0 V 4800 VA 15 … 400 Hz 500V AC3 0 … 500 V 1 min 5.0 A 2500 VA 15 … 400 Hz
400A DC - 0.40 % 0.10 % - 0.20 % 0.05 % -
3 0 … 400 A 8 min 6.4 V 2560 VA 15 … 400 Hz 0 … 500 V >2h 2.0 A 1000 VA 15 … 400 Hz
800A AC 2000 V 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.10°
0 … 200 A >2h 6.5 V 1300 VA 15 … 400 Hz 130V AC10 0 … 130 V >2h 3.0 A 390 VA 15 … 400 Hz
1000 V 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.30° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.15°
6A AC 10 0 …6A >2h 55 V 330 VA 15 … 400 Hz 500 V 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.40° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.20°
2kV AC
Output transient characteristics
3A AC10 0 …3A >2h 110 V 330 VA 15 … 400 Hz 5A 0.40 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.20 % 0.05 % 0.10°
0 … 400 A 2 min 6.5 V 2600 VA DC Changes from “off” or a low Changes from a high magnitude to 500 mA 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.10°
magnitude to a higher magnitude a lower magnitude or “off”
400A DC 0 … 300 A 3 min 6.5 V 1950 VA DC Note: For the individual notes, see “Notes related to inputs and outputs” below.
AC current within one period 300 ms maximum; accordingly less
0 … 200 A >2h 6.5 V 1300 VA DC for smaller magnitudes
6A DC 4, 10 0 …6A >2h 60 V 360 VA DC AC voltage 1200 ms maximum; accordingly less 300 ms maximum; accordingly less
3 for smaller magnitudes for smaller magnitudes
2000A AC with an optional current booster. For more details, refer to page CP CB2-1.
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Measuring inputs Output to input synchronization Notes related to inputs and outputs
All input/output values are guaranteed over one year within an ambient temperature of 23 °C ±
Guaranteed accuracy Typical accuracy6 Test cards Quick, Test card Amplifier
5 ° (73 °F ± 10 °F), a warm-up time longer than 25 min and in a frequency range of 45 … 60 Hz
Sequencer, Ramping
Amplitude Phase Amplitude Phase or DC. Accuracy values indicate that the error is smaller than ± (value read x reading error + full
Input Imped. Range Frequency range 48 … 62 Hz scale of the range x full scale error).
Reading Full Full Reading Full Full
error scale scale error scale scale Synchronization inputs V1 AC V1 AC, V2 AC, I AC 1. With a mains voltage of 230 V using a 2 x 6 m high-current cable at an ambient temperature
error error error error of 23 °C ± 5 ° (73 °F ± 10 °F)
(automatic range switching) (fixed to maximum range)
10A AC 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.10° 2. Signals below 50 Hz or above 60 Hz with reduced values possible.
Input magnitude 10 % of input range full scale
1A AC 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.30° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.15° 3. Output can be synchronized with V1 AC in Quick, Sequencer, Ramping and Amplifier.
Output magnitude 5 % of output range full scale
IAC/DC4, 7 < 0.1 Ω 4. The input / output is protected with lightning arrestors between the connector and against
10A DC 0.05 % 0.15 % - 0.03 % 0.08 % - Settling time 100 ms after 5 % of output 1000 ms after 5 % of output protective earth. In case of energy above a few hundred Joule the lightning arrestors apply
1A DC 0.05 % 0.15 % - 0.03 % 0.08 % - magnitude is reached magnitude is reached a permanent short-circuit to the input / output.
300 V 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.10° Signal changes All quantities must be ramped No changes of frequency and 5. Signals below 50 Hz or above 200 Hz with reduced values possible.
within 20 signal periods phase. Magnitude changes
30 V 0.10 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.05 % 0.05 % 0.10° 6. 98 % of all units have an accuracy better than specified as typical.
V1 AC8 500 kΩ without limitation. Output
3V 0.20 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.10 % 0.05 % 0.10° follows within 250 ms. 7. Input is galvanically separated from all other inputs
300 mV 0.30 % 0.10 % 0.20° 0.15 % 0.05 % 0.10° Phase tolerance 0.5° within the limits as specified above 8. V1 and V2 are galvanically coupled but separated from all other inputs.
3V 0.05 % 0.15 % 0.20° 0.03 % 0.08 % 0.10° 9. There are power restrictions for mains voltages below 190V AC.
V2 AC 8, 11 10 MΩ 10. Fuse-protected
300 mV 0.15 % 0.15 % 0.20° 0.08 % 0.08 % 0.10°
11. When using the CTRogowski test card, the 3V V2 AC input uses an additional software
30 mV 0.20 % 0.50 % 0.30° 0.10 % 0.25 % 0.15°
based integration method. In the range of 50 Hz < f < 60 Hz, this results in a phase shift of
10 V 0.05 % 0.15 % - 0.03 % 0.08 % - 90° as well as an additional phase error of +/- 0.1° and an additional amplitude error of +/-
1V 0.05 % 0.15 % - 0.03 % 0.08 % - 0.01 %. For frequencies in the range of 15 Hz < f < 400 Hz, the phase error is not specified,
V DC4, 7 and the amplitude error can be up to +/- 0.50 % higher.
100 mV 0.10 % 0.20 % - 0.05 % 0.10 % -
10 mV 0.10 % 0.30 % - 0.05 % 0.15 % -
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Measuring inputs Resistance measurement General

Additional features of the measuring inputs The accuracy of the resistance measurements can be calculated from the respective input and
Display ¼ VGA greyscale LCD display
• Automatic range switching (except test card Amplifier) output specifications.
• Galvanically separated potential groups: I AC / DC; V1 & V2; V DC
• AC frequency range 15 … 400 Hz (except test card Amplifier) 4-wire measurement with 400A DC output and 10V VDC input
Power supply
• Protection of I AC / DC input: 10A FF fuse4 Current Resistance Voltage Typ. error Guaranteed
Single-phase, nominal9 100V AC … 240V AC, 16A
400 A 10 μΩ 4 mV 0.70 % 1.35 %
Binary input for dry contacts or voltages up to 300V DC7 Single-phase, permissible 85V AC … 264V AC (L-N or L-L)
400 A 100 μΩ 40 mV 0.55 % 1.10 %
Trigger criteria Toggling with potential-free contacts or voltages of up to 300 V Frequency, nominal 50/60 Hz
400 A 1 mΩ 400 mV 0.50 % 0.95 %
Input impedance > 100 kΩ Power consumption < 7000 VA for a time < 10 s
400 A 10 mΩ 4V 0.50 % 0.95 %
Response time 1 ms Connection IEC320/C20
4-wire measurement with 6A DC output and 10V VDC input
Current Resistance Voltage Typ. error Guaranteed Environmental conditions
6A 100 mΩ 0.6 V 0.35 % 0.60 %
6A 1Ω 6V 0.35 % 0.60 % Climate
1A 10 Ω 10 V 0.25 % 0.40 % Operating –10 ºC … +55 ºC / +14 ºF … +131 ºF

Temperature
Storage –30 ºC … +70 ºC / –22 ºF … +158 ºF
2-wire measurement with 10V VDC input
Operating 2,000 m / 6,550 ft
Current Resistance Voltage Typ. error Guaranteed Max. altitude
Storage 12,000 m / 40,000 ft
< 5 mA 100 Ω 0.60 % 1.20 %
< 5 mA 1 kΩ 0.51 % 1.02 %
< 5 mA 10 kΩ 0.50 % 1.00 %

CPC 100 User Manual
Standards conformity Mechanical data

EMC, safety Characteristic Rating
IEC/EN 61326-1 468 × 394 × 233 mm

Dimensions (w × h × d)
EMC (industrial electromagnetic environment) 18.6 × 15.5 × 9.2 in
FCC subpart B of part 15, class A 29 kg/64 lb
Weight
case without protection cover
IEC/EN/UL 61010-1,
Safety
IEC/EN/UL 61010-2-30
Note: This only applies to devices that have the respective indication on their nameplate.
Other
IEC/EN 60068-2-27
Shock
(15 g/11 ms, half-sinusoid, 3 shocks in each axis)
IEC/EN 60068-2-6
Vibration (frequency range 10 Hz … 150 Hz, acceleration 2 g continuous
(20 m/s2/65 ft/s2), 20 cycles per axis)
IEC/EN 60068-2-78
Humidity (5 % … 95 % relative humidity, no condensation),
tested at 40 °C/104 °F for 48 hours
IP22 (in upright position)
Protection class
according to IEC/EN 60529
CPC 100
technical data
CP TD
CPC 100 User Manual – CP TD
Safety instructions Product description - designated use

The CP TD’s output and the connected cables carry dangerous voltage or current. ► Keep clear from zones in which high voltages may occur. Set up a barrier or establish similar The CP TD (CP TD1, CP TD12 or CP TD15) is an optionally available high-precision test
► Obey the five safety rules and follow the detailed safety instructions in the CP TD User adequate means. system for on-site insulation tests of high-voltage systems like power and measuring
Manuals. ► Both low-voltage measuring cables must always be well attached and tightly connected to transformers, circuit breakers, capacitors and isolators. With the add-on device CP TD, the
the CP TD’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B. CPC 100 increases its range of possible applications into high-voltage measurements.
Note: The safety instructions relevant to the CPC 100 and its accessories (refer to page Make sure to insert the red and blue marked cables into the corresponding measuring
Preface-1) also apply to the CP TD. This section lists safety instructions that exclusively apply The internal switched mode power amplifier enables measuring at different frequencies without
inputs: IN A = red, IN B = blue. interferences with the mains frequency. Automatic test procedures reduce the testing time to a
to the CP TD. Tighten the plugs by turning them until you feel a stop. minimum. Test reports are generated automatically.
► Do not operate the CP TD with unconnected shield of the high-voltage cable. ► Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs
► If the Perform shield check check box is cleared, make sure that the shield is connected or connectors. The CP TD comes with its own test card named TanDelta (Tangent Delta), which provides
before operating the CP TD. highly accurate measurements of the capacitance Cx and the dissipation factor tanδ (DF) or
power factor cosϕ (PF), respectively.
Handling cables Both the dissipation factor and the power factor grant information about possible losses in the
insulation material, which are increasing with age and water content. A change of Cx is a
► Do not use any other cables than the ones supplied by OMICRON electronics.
warning indicator for partial breakdowns between the layers of a bushing or a capacitor.
► Do not connect any cable to the test object without a visible grounding of the test object.
► Never remove any cables from the CP TD or the test object during a test. Additionally, the CP TD measures the following quantities:
► Always turn off the CP TD completely before you connect or disconnect any cable • Actual, apparent and reactive power
(disconnect the CPC 100 from mains or press its Emergency Stop button). • Quality factor QF
► The high-voltage cable must always be well attached and tightly connected to both the • Inductance
CP TD and the test object. A loose or even falling off connector at the test object carrying • Impedance, phase angle
high voltage is dangerous. Make sure the connectors are clean and dry before connecting. • Test voltage & current
► At the CP TD, press the high-voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw
The CP TD works as an add-on device to the CPC 100. Do not connect the CP TD to any other
cap until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of the screw-cap, clean
device. Do not use the accessories for applications not indicated in this User Manual.
the screw thread and use a lubricant (vaseline recommended).
► Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs Note: Any other use of the CP TD but the one mentioned above is considered improper use,
or connectors. and will invalidate all customer warranty claims and exempt the manufacturer from any liability
Insert the yellow banana plug (the high-voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug to recourse
socket.
► The high-voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50 cm (20
inch) of this cable have no shield. Therefore, during a test consider this cable a life wire and
due to the high voltage dangerous.
CP TD - 1
Setup of devices with and without trolley CP TD connected to a power transformer Putting the CP TD into operation
With trolley CP TD
12/15 kV
DANGER
The equipment trolley holds the CPC 100, CP TD and all required cables. The trolley is Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
equipped with a grounding bar with three knurled screws to ensure a solid grounding to IN
► As the first step, before you set a CPC 100 / CP TD measurement setup into
equipotential ground of all devices.
operation, link the CPC 100, CP TD and, if applicable, the equipment trolley with a
► Properly connect the CPC 100 and CP TD grounding terminals to the trolley’s ground bar. min. 6 mm² grounding cable as displayed on page CP TD1-2.
Connect the ground bar to earth. IN A ► Never use the CPC 100 / CP TD measurement setup without a solid connection to
ground.
Without trolley Ix IN B
1. Switch off the CPC 100 at the main power switch.
► Place the CPC 100 and CP TD on their transport cases and connect them with the long type 2. With trolley:
data cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD (3 m) and the long-type booster cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD Properly connect the CPC 100 and CP TD grounding terminals to the trolley’s ground bar.
Measurement
(3 m). Connect the ground bar to earth.
► Ground each device separately using a 6 m grounding cable of at least 6 mm². PE Without trolley:
Properly connect the CPC 100 and CP TD grounding terminals to earth.
Booster Serial ► Only use cables of at least 6 mm2 cross-section.
3. Connect the CP TD’s BOOSTER IN to the CPC 100’s EXT. BOOSTER using the supplied
CPC 100 booster cable.
4. Connect the CP TD’s SERIAL to the CPC 100’s SERIAL using the supplied data cable. This
Power transformer cable also provides the power supply for the CP TD.
Equipotential ground
CP TD - 2
CP TD
Putting the CP TD into operation Application and test templates TanDelta-PF test card - main page
5. Pull out the measuring cables from the cable drum and connect the test object to the For detailed information on the CP TD applications, refer to the User Manual delivered with the The TanDelta-PF test card can be accessed from CT, VT, Transformer and Others test card
CP TD’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B. CP TD or available in PDF format on the CPC 100 Start Page. groups.
DANGER
Test templates Select Assessment to automatically assess the test, clear for no assessment.
Enter the nominal values in the entry fields (here Cref and DFref; availability and naming
► Do not remove any cables from the CP TD or the test object during a test. The test procedures for designated applications are controlled by templates available on the depend on the measuring mode). These values serve as reference for the assessment. Their
► At all times during a test, both low-voltage measuring cables must be well attached CPC 100 Toolsets shipped with your CP TD or on the CPC 100 Start Page. tolerance range can be set on the Settings page (see page CP TD1-5).
and tightly connected to the CP TD’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B. Test templates are available for the following areas: A measurement is rated as ’OK’ if both values are within their tolerance range. The
► Make sure to insert the cables marked red and blue into the corresponding assessment is displayed in the test point tables’s column "?"
• Power transformers
measuring inputs: IN A = red, IN B = blue. • Instrument transformers Note: While a test is running, new nominal values can already be entered.
► Tighten the plugs by turning them until you feel a stop. • Rotating machines
• Cables and transmission lines Test voltage and frequency
6. Pull out the high-voltage cables from the cable drum and connect the test object to the
• Grounding systems
CP TD’s high-voltage output.
• Others
7. Switch on the CPC 100. Select for automatic measurement,
8. Selecting the TanDelta test card from any of the CPC 100’s CT, VT, Transformer or Others clear for manual measurement.*).
test card groups automatically turns on the CP TD. If no CP TD is connected to the Selecting enables the list boxes.
CPC 100, an error message appears.
9. Set up your measurement in the TanDelta test card (see page CP TD1-4).
10. Press the CPC 100’s I/O (test start / stop) push-button. Selecting a measuring mode and
pressing the handwheel displays an
image that shows the according
arrangement of the internal
measurement switch-matrix.**)
Results table
CP TD - 3
TanDelta-PF test card - main page

“Auto test points” cleared = manual measurement: Applies the set test voltage and Measuring modes and their according Compound measurement setting
frequency to the CP TD’s output. When the measurement is finished, its results are displayed arrangements of the internal switch-
Cp, DF (tanδ) = parallel capacitance & dissipation factor
in the results table. matrix in the CP TD. Cp, PF (cosϕ) = parallel capacitance & power factor
Cp, Ptest = parallel capacitance & power
“Auto test points” selected = automatic measurement: Enables the output of a series of test The switch-matrix determines what Cp, P@10kV = parallel capacitance & power; linearly interpolated to 10 kV test voltage
points, e.g., combining a series of voltage values with one fixed frequency value creates a capacities are actually measured. Qtest, Stest = reactive & apparent power
voltage ramp. Combining a series of frequency values with one fixed voltage value creates a Z = impedance with phase angle
Cp, Rp = parallel capacitance & parallel resistance
frequency ramp. Furthermore, a combination of both is possible.
Ls, Rs = serial inductance & serial resistance
► Set a test voltage and frequency of your choice, and press Add to Auto. The values are Cp, QF = parallel capacitance & quality factor
Ls, QF = series inductance & quality factor
entered into the list boxes.
► Set a second test voltage and/or frequency, and again press Add to Auto. The value(s) is/
are appended to the list.
► Repeat this procedure as often as you need.
The averaging factor determines the
Note: You cannot enter the same value twice. Double entries are rejected. If you need identical number of measurements. A factor of 3
test points for an increasing and a decreasing voltage ramp, set values very close to each other, means: the CP TD carries out 3
e.g., 2000 V and 2001 V. measurements whose results are then
The CP TD then puts out the specified list of values as follows: averaged. The higher the factor, the
more accurate the measurement but
1. All voltages are issued in the exact order they were entered using the first frequency value
the longer the measuring time.
of the list.
2. All voltages are issued once more in the exact order they were entered using the second
frequency value of the list (if any).
3. ... and so forth.
Filter bandwidth of measurement.
Each combination is one individual measurement, and its result is displayed in the results table
Note: If the test frequency equals the default frequency (as set at Options | Device Setup),
with an individual line.
the filter bandwidth is always ± 5 Hz, regardless of the set value. This even applies if the option
To delete an entry from a list box, place the cursor on the value and press Delete Value. Do use default frequency of xx.xx Hz is not specifically selected.
delete all values from both list boxes, place the cursor on Auto test points (V, f) and press ± 5 Hz means that interferences at frequencies with an offset of ≥ ± 5 Hz from the measuring
Delete List. frequency will not affect the results.
During the measurement, the list boxes display the current output values. The smaller the filter bandwidth, the longer the measuring time.
CP TD - 4
CP TD
TanDelta-PF test card - settings page CP TD high-voltage source

Pressing the Settings button on the TanDelta main page opens the Settings page allowing you *) Selecting Compensations converts the actually measured dissipation or power factor to **) In addition to the Dissipation Factor (TanDelta)/Power Factor test, the CP TD can also be used
to set additional measurement options. normalized values corresponding to an ambient temperature of 20 °C. In doing so, the values as a high-voltage source for measuring, for example, partial discharge or conducting high-
entered at Compensations represent the existing ambient condition. voltage tests on rotating machines.
The CP TD leaves OMICRON At "Assessment Limits", set the tolerance of the
electronics factory-calibrated. If a main page’s nominal values for the assessment. ► Enter oil temperature, ambient temperature (at bushing) and relative humidity first. To compensate capacitive currents, a parallel resonance circuit can be set up.
component needs to be exchanged by a For the capacitance, the tolerance is entered in ► Then place the cursor on k. The compensation using the CP CR (CP CR500 or CP CR600) compensation reactor is
spare part, the CP TD must be re- percent, for the dissipation factor it’s a multiplier. realized in two different ways: First, by parallel circuiting the compensation reactors to measure
The medium the measurement takes place in, oil or air, determines the k-factor.
calibrated. Note: Availability and naming of the entry fields as close as possible to the resonance frequency when measuring with nominal frequency is
To re-calibrate, set the focus onto the • ANSI C57.12 required. Second, by setting the frequency to measure at exactly the resonance frequency. The
depend on the measuring mode, e.g., DF and PF
test card tab designation TanDelta and The oil temperature is the determining medium for the k-factor. longest output duration is achieved with testing at resonance frequency, in most cases
are the same entry field.
press Edit Calib to enable the entry • Bushings accomplished by a combination of both procedures.
fields: The air temperature at the respective bushing is the determining medium for the k-factor.
Bushings provides three bushing types to select from: RBP (Resin Bonded Paper), RIP The CP TD High-Voltage Source test card can be used both for manual or fully automatic
• Cx = correction factor for Cmeas testing by toggling defined ramps and sequences. The test card is also helpful in setting up the
(Resin Impregnated Paper) and OIP (Oil Impregnated Paper). The k-factor changes
(multiplier) optimum test configuration to achieve the best possible test duration.
accordingly.
• DF/PF + = corrective value added
For more information on typical test procedure refer to the following user manuals:
to dissipation or power factor (can
be + or -) • CP TD1 User Manual and CP CR500 User Manual
Select if you use an external CT. • CP TD12/15 User Manual and CP CR600 User Manual
Enter your name and press Update
Calib to complete the re-calibration. The entered ratio is used to calculate Note: The CP CR500 can only be used with the CP TD1, while the CP CR600 can only be used
the measured current accordingly. with the CP TD12 or CP TD15.
Note: Use ext. CT can only be
selected if there are no measurement
If selected, the beeper sounds during
results yet.
the entire test. If cleared, the beeper
sounds at the beginning and the end of
the test only.
If selected, the CPC 100 checks whether the shield of the high-voltage cable is connected. For
some large inductive loads, the CPC 100 can accidentally report shield check error even when
the shield is connected. If this is the case, it makes sense to clear the check box. Returns to TanDelta’s main page
CP TD - 5
CP TD high-voltage source Test settings

Define automatic test cycle Set maximum voltage Show minimum Show maximum inductance
inductance possible possible with available
Show wiring configuration
with available CP CR CP CR
Activate search of resonance (test setup)
Set test
voltage frequency Set available
Activate the test
CP CR
to determine the
test capacitance
Set test
frequency
Show calculated
inductance for
Activate
resonance
configuration of
frequency with Test information
test setup with the
Time of the test. f test and
CP CR
The time starts capacitance set in Set test frequency
again from zero if main page
Set or show test Keep Result is
capacitance pressed.
Shows resonance
frequency with
Select or show selected L comp.
Select or show and capacitance
compensation
compensation set in main page
inductance
inductance Watt losses of the test setup (test object and
Measured combinations Show configuration for selected L comp.
output inductors) possible with
voltage Phase angle between output voltage and available CP CR
Show the sequence output current
number (only in automatic
mode) Output current of the CP TD
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CP TD
CP CU1
CPC 100 User Manual – CP CU1
Safety instructions Block diagram

The CP CU1’s outputs and the connected cables carry dangerous voltage or current. Operating the measurement setup
► Always obey the five safety rules and follow the detailed safety instructions below. ► When using the CP GB1, ground it near the place where the connection to the test object is
Note: The safety instructions relevant to the CPC 100 and its accessories (refer to page made. Make sure that the grounding stud is in good condition, clean and free of oxidation.
Preface-1) also apply to the CP CU1. This section lists safety instructions that exclusively apply ► Life threatening voltages up to 600 V can appear on all CP GB1 contacts and on all clamps
to the CP CU1. and cables connected to the CP CU1 during the test. Keep safe distance from them.
► Before handling the CP CU1 or CP GB1 in any way (even before setting the current range
switch), make sure that the device under test (e.g. overhead lines or power cables) are well I AC (0 … 2.5 A)
General
grounded (e.g. by closing the grounding switch) near the measurement setup. Surge arrestor
► Before operating the CP CU1, read the CP CU1 User Manual carefully and observe the ► Ensure that the short-circuit bar is always plugged in the CP CU1 I AC output whenever the
safety rules and instructions therein. output is not connected to the I AC input of the CPC 100. Fuse 30 A Power transformer Current range switch
► Before handling the CP CU1 or CPC 100 in any way, connect them with a solid connection ► Connect the CP CU1 I AC output exclusively to the I AC input of the CPC 100.
of at least 6 mm² cross-section to ground. Ground the CP CU1 as close as possible to the ► Before connecting the CP CU1 with the CPC 100, turn off the CPC 100 either by the
CPC 100. POWER ON/OFF switch or the Emergency Stop button. BOOSTER CT I OUT (0 … 100 A)
► Use the CP GB1 grounding box to connect the CP CU1 to overhead lines and power cables. ► Set the current range switch on the CP CU1 front panel only when the CPC 100 is turned
For detailed information, see the application-specific “Safety Instructions for Connecting off and the test object is grounded.
CP CU1 to Power Lines” in the CP CU1 User Manual. ► In addition to the above safety rules follow the application-specific “Safety Instructions for Voltmeter
► When using the CP GB1, ground it near the place where the connection to the test object is Connecting CP CU1 to Power Lines” in the CP CU1 User Manual.
made. Make sure that the grounding stud is in good condition, clean and free of oxidation. ► The CP CU1 may be used only as described in “Applications” in the CP CU1 User Manual. V1 AC (0 … 30 V)
► Make sure that all studs and cables of the CP GB1 are screwed tight. V SENSE (0 … 600 V)
Any other use is not in accordance with the regulations. The manufacturer and/or distributor
► Make sure that the test object’s terminals to be connected to the CP CU1 do not carry any is not liable for damage resulting from improper usage. The user alone assumes all Surge arrestor VT
voltage potential. During a test, the only power source for a test object may be the CP CU1 responsibility and risk.
(powered by the CPC 100). The only exception are measurements on overhead lines as
described in “Applications” in the CP CU1 User Manual.
► Use the CP CU1, CP GB1 and their accessories only in a technically sound condition and
when its use is in accordance with the regulations. In particular, avoid disruptions that could
in turn affect safety.
CP CU1 - 1
Functional elements CP GB1 grounding box

Equipotential ground I AC output V SENSE input The CP GB1 grounding box is a surge arrestor unit for connecting the CP CU1 to the test object. To short the phases, connect the line studs of the CP GB1 as shown below.
terminal If high voltage appears for a short time on the test object’s terminals, an arc discharges the
VT 600 V : 30 V voltage and extinguishes without destroying the grounding box. If the arc persists for a longer
Location to store the time period, the surge arrestor insulator melts and the terminals are short-circuited to ground,
short-circuit bar V1 AC output
thereby protecting the operating staff, CP CU1 and CPC 100.
To CP CU1
To test object
Surge arrestor
WARNING
Fuse 30 A Voltmeter
Current range switch I OUT output
► Always use the CP GB1 grounding box for measurements on overhead lines or
power cables.
BOOSTER input CT 100 A : 2.5 A ► Check the surge arrestors before using the CP GB1. Refer to the CP CU1 User
Ground connection
Manual for more Information.
DANGER
► Use the short-circuit bar to short-circuit the secondary side of the internal CT.
CP CU1 - 2
CP CU1
Measurement setup Configuring the CPC 100 Connecting the CPC 100 and CP CU1 to power lines
The CPC 100 must be configured for the CP CU1. Follow the steps below to configure the Safety Instructions
CPC 100: ► Do not connect the measurement setup to overhead lines if there is a possibility of a
1. Press the Options view selector button to open the Options window. thunderstorm over any part of the lines to be measured. A lightning discharge to the line
under test can cause injury or possibly death of the operating staff.
► It is strongly recommended to take all parallel lines out of service before proceeding.
Connecting the measurement setup to overhead lines with a life parallel system brings about
high-voltage hazards.
Test object ► While the grounding switch at the near end of the power line is open, the area around the
CP GB1 in the range of 5 m/15 ft and around the CP CU1 in the range of 2 m/5 ft is a
dangerous zone due to high-voltage and mechanical hazards. Do not enter the dangerous
zone. Keep the grounding switch open for a time as short as possible.
► If you see or hear anything uncommon in the test equipment, e.g. noise of electrical
V1 AC I AC discharge or lightening of surge arrestors, close the grounding switch before touching the
measurement setup.
I AC V1 AC
I OUT
EXT. CP GB1
BOOSTER BOOSTER 2. In the External booster combo box, select CU 1.
OUTPUT (optional)
V SENSE
The CT and VT settings are set according to the built-in current and voltage transformers
CPC 100 CP CU1 automatically.
3. Set the current range of the CP CU1 using the current range switch (see page CP CU1-2)
to the value configured by the CPC 100 software.
Safe area High-voltage area DANGER
► Only set the current range switch on the CP CU1 front panel when the CPC 100 is
turned off and the test object is connected to ground with closed grounding switch
near the measurement setup.
Note: Current range settings on the test card and on the CP CU1 front panel must be the same.
CP CU1 - 3
Connecting the CPC 100 and CP CU1 to power lines
1st Criterion 2nd Criterion 3rd Criterion 4th Criterion
Start with the 100 A

current range.
Is Is the value greater than Are 60 A possible?
Close the grounding switch, disconnect the grounding set

No No Yes
to the figures on the following pages. Switch the CP CU1
determine the maximum possible current at 20 Hz above

Connect a grounding set in parallel to the closed grounding switch
first from the line and then from the ground. Connect the
to the 10 A current rate. Open the grounding switch and

the connections to the CP CU1 and CPC 100 according
grounding set to the CP GB1 and then to the line. Make
to each phase. Connect it first to the ground and then to the line.
Open the grounding switch and measure the currents in all three
dangerous zone while doing this. Close the grounding

grounding sets. Use the highest measured value of I1,2,3 in the
read the display value of the CP CU1. Stay out of the

Line Length × 2 × 0.4Ω/km (0.64Ω/mi) × I1,2,3 50 V?
Start the measurement according to the application

description on one of the following pages. Try to
greater than 50 V?
Accurate measurements can be performed

following formula. Close the grounding switch after the
Is the line longer than No
2 km/1.5 mi? Yes Set 50 A Yes Set 50 A No Set 50 A
and below the mains frequency.

No No Yes
switch afterwards.
Yes Set 50 A greater than 100 V?
measurement is done.

10 km/6 mi? Yes Set 20 A Yes Set 20 A No Set 20 A
No No Yes
50 km/30 mi? Yes Set 10 A Yes Set 10 A No Set 10 A
No No Yes
Use the 10 A
current range. Yes Yes No
Stop! The measurement cannot be performed on this line. Set a lower required current in the CPC 100’s 10 A test card. Inject at least 1 A to
Try to take parallel lines out of service or to reduce the current flow on the parallel systems. get reliable results.
CP CU1 - 4
CP CU1
Line impedance test card Applications and test templates

Line setup/Guidance After you have closed the Guidance window by pressing Ok, the main page is displayed. The following application examples show the typical usage of the CP CU1. The test procedures
► Click for frequency sweep settings. running on the measurement setup are controlled by templates available on the
The Line impedance test card provides a guided workflow for testing of overhead transmission CPC 100 Start Page.
lines and power cables. The measurement current recommended
in the Line setup dialog. Range indicator For detailed information on the CP CU1 applications, refer to the CP CU1 User Manual
► Refer to the CP CU1 User Manual for detailed information on safety and the individual steps/ delivered with the CP CU1 or available in PDF format on the CPC 100 Start Page.
criteria.
1. Step: Select the asset type: Measured and calculated loops . The
3 phases number of loops depends on the selection
3 phases, coupled (mutual coupling) under Step 1 in the Line setup dialog.
2 phases Note: Some of the loops are not
1 phase measured but calculated. The
calculated loops are listed after the
measured loops as: Z1, Z0, Z0m, ZE.
2. Step – Line length: Enter the length
of the line to be measured.
k-factor values calculated from the line
impedance measurement results. k-factor
results are shown as soon as enough data
3. Step – Induced current: Enter the is available and get more precise with
induced current of each of the phases every measurement loop concluded.
for the line to be grounded on both ends. ► Tap to show the results in more
detail (in graph or table view).
The recommended current range for the

CPC 100 is calculated and provided in a new
4. Step – Open line V act.: Enter the sub-window. If the measurement is not
open-line voltage measured when possible, an error message is displayed.
connecting the CP CU1 to a power line.
CP CU1 - 5
Line impedance measurement Ground impedance measurement Measurement of coupling into signal cables
Signal cable Short-circuit!

Far end Near end 90°
V1/V2 AC I AC Measurement cable

V1 AC I AC (twisted and shielded)
L1-L2 I AC
V1 AC I AC
I AC V1 AC
I OUT
I AC EXT.
BOOSTER
I OUT BOOSTER
EXT. I OUT OUTPUT
BOOSTER BOOSTER EXT.
BOOSTER CPC 100
OUTPUT V SENSE BOOSTER CP CU1 CP GB1
OUTPUT
CPC 100 CP CU1 CP GB1
There are four measurements with different connections. For detailed information, refer to the
template or the CP CU1 User Manual.
There are seven different measurement loops: L1-L2 (shown here), L1-L3, L2-L3, L1-E, L2-E,
L3-E and L1,2,3 in parallel to earth (similar to the next figure).
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CP CU1
Step and touch voltage measurement
HGT1
I AC
EN 50522:2011 IEEE 81-2012
I AC
I OUT
EXT.
BOOSTER BOOSTER
OUTPUT
For step and touch voltage measurements using the HGT1 FFT voltmeter, refer to the
HGT1 User Manual.
CP CU1 - 7
CP SB1
CPC 100 User Manual – CP SB1
Safety instructions Product description - designated use

The CP SB1’s outputs and the connected cables carry dangerous voltage or current. ► For the connection between the CPC 100 and CP SB1 only use the specially manufactured The CP SB1 is a transformer switch box designated for automatically measuring the ratio and
cables supplied by OMICRON electronics. winding resistance, and testing the tap changer of three-phase power transformers. It is an
► Always obey the five safety rules and follow the detailed safety instructions below.
accessory to the CPC 100. Automatic control of the On-Load Tap Changer (OLTC) is included.
Note: The safety instructions relevant to the CPC 100 and its accessories (refer to page DC output to test objects with a high inductance Testing of power transformers over all taps and all phases is fully automated. Therefore, no
Preface-1) also apply to the CP SB1. This section lists safety instructions that exclusively apply rewiring is required. The CP SB1 is controlled from the CPC 100 via its serial interface. The
to the CP SB1. When using the DC Output to test power transformers with a high inductance, observe the
results are recorded in the CPC 100 with the ratio and tap changer test cards, and can be
following safety instructions:
analyzed with the computer tool set (CPC 100 Excel File Loader).
General ► Use the TRTapCheck (tap changer winding resistance and on-load tap changer interruption
check) test card only.
► Position the CP SB1 in the high-voltage area.
► As long as the CPC 100 software shows the on-screen message "Switch off in progress",
► Before connecting or disconnecting test objects and/or cables, turn off the CPC 100 by
NEVER connect or disconnect test objects and/or cables.
either the POWER ON/OFF switch or the Emergency Stop button. Never connect or
► The message "Switch off in progress" notifies you that, while the CPC 100 is deactivating,
disconnect a test object while the outputs are active.
the connected external inductance (this means the test object) still "feeds" voltage potential
► Even if you switched off the CPC 100, wait until the red I/O status light is fully extinguished.
back into the 6A DC output.
As long as this status light is lit, there is still voltage and/or current potential on one or more
► The existence of this voltage potential at the 6A DC output is also indicated by a lit LED -
of the outputs.
even if the CPC 100 is switched off.
► When measuring the ratio of power transformers make sure that the test voltage is
► If a test object with a high inductance was connected to the CPC 100, short-out the test
connected to the corresponding high-voltage winding, and the voltage of the low-voltage
object additionally before disconnecting any cables.
winding is the one that is measured. Accidentally mixing up the windings can generate life-
threatening voltages within the transformer.
For example: feeding a voltage of 300 V to the low-voltage winding of a power transformer
that has a ratio of 400000 V : 30000 V, induces a voltage of 4000 V in the transformer's
primary winding.
► Do not operate the CP SB1 under ambient conditions that exceed the temperature and
humidity limits listed in "Technical Data".
► If the CP SB1 or any add-on device or accessory does not seem to function properly, do not
use it anymore. If in doubt, call the OMICRON electronics hotline.
► Before handling the CP SB1 or CPC 100 in any way, connect them with a solid connection
of at least 6 mm² cross-section to equipotential ground. Ground the CP SB1 as close as
possible to the CPC 100.
CP SB1 - 1
CP SB1
Functional components of the CP SB1 Connecting the CPC 100 and CP SB1 to power transformers
The front panel of the CP SB1 provides the following functional components:
DANGER
Transformer High Voltage Transformer Low Voltage Tap Changer Read the • Transformer High Voltage:
manual Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
Up Down – Outputs (Source) for the injection of current or voltage on the individual phases of the
► Position the CP SB1 in the high-voltage area and do not enter this area during the
transformer
entire measurement.
– Inputs (Measure) for the voltage measurement ► Connect the CPC 100 and CP SB1 using the delivered grounding cable.
Note: The inputs and outputs of the respective connections (U/H1, V/H2, W/H3, N/H0) are ► Connect the grounding cable of the CP SB1 at a safe grounding point at the
connected to the transformer using Kelvin clamps. transformer.
► Do not operate the test equipment without safe connection to ground.
• Transformer Low Voltage: ► Make sure that all high-voltage connections of the transformer are removed.
– Outputs (Source) for the injection of current or voltage on the individual phases of the ► Make sure that all terminals of the transformer are connected to ground.
transformer
– Inputs (Measure) for the voltage measurement ► Switch off the power supply of the tap changer.
► Connect the Kelvin clamps to the bushings.
Note: The inputs and outputs of the respective connections (u/X1, v/x2, w/x3, n/X0) are
► Connect the cables to the Kelvin clamps. Make sure that the cables show upwards and that
LEDs connected to the transformer using Kelvin clamps.
each color is connected to a different phase.
• Tap Changer: Two potential-free contacts for switching the tap changer ► Connect the cables from the Kelvin clamps’ voltage sense outputs to the CP SB1’s
• AC input for connection to the 2KV AC output of the CPC 100 transformer inputs. Observe the color code.
• DC input for connection to the 6A DC output and I AC/DC input of the CPC 100 ► Make sure to measure the voltage to ground at the terminals of the tap changer. If no voltage
• AC output for connection to the V1 AC input of the CPC 100 is measured, connect the flexible terminal adapters to the "up" and "down" terminals of the
• DC output for connection to the V DC input of the CPC 100 tap changer.
• Serial interface for the CPC 100 (TRRatio and TRTapCheck test cards) to control the ► Connect the cables ("up", "down") to the CP SB1.
CP SB1 ► Connect the CP SB1 to the CPC 100 according to ”Functional components of the CP SB1”
• Equipotential ground terminal for grounding the CP SB1 close to the position of the on page CP SB1-2.
Serial Equipotential operating staff ► Switch on the power supply of the tap changer.
AC Input DC Input V1 AC Output V DC Output connection ground terminal ► Remove all grounding connections of the terminals except one per winding. Use Neutral (N)
for the grounding connection if accessible.
► Start the measurement according to page Transformer-1 and page Transformer-8.
CP SB1 - 2
Measurement setup
Prim/H Sec/X Connect to tap changer*
N/H0 n1/X0
A/H1 a1/X1
B/H2 b1/X2
C/H3 c1/X3
CP SA1
* Select auto-tap operation mode
CP SB1 - 3
CP SB1
CP CB2
CPC 100 User Manual – CP CB2
General Operation modes of the CP CB2

For test applications requiring up to 2000 A. 2000 A mode: 1000 A mode:
The output current of the CPC 100 can be increased up to 2000 A by means of an electronically
P1/H1 P1/H1
controlled current booster. The CP CB2 can be connected close to the busbar using short high-
current cables and to the CPC 100 with a long control cable. S1/X1 S1/X1
► For test instructions refer to page Current Transformer-1.
► Select the CP CB2 as external booster on the Device Setup tab in the Options menu:
CT Burden CT Burden
S2/X2 S2/X2
P2/H2 P2/H2
Note: If you select the CP CB2 as external booster on the Device Setup tab in the Options
menu, it will be saved as default value for new test cards. However, it is also possible to select
the external booster individually on the test cards. The settings for already inserted test cards
will only be changed if no test results are available yet.
CP CB2 - 1

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Customer area – stay informed

Device under test

Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories

Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories

Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories

► Never open the measuring circuit while current flows.

Functional components of the CPC 100

Add test cards

VDC INPUT I/O

Functional components of the CPC 100

Test procedure overview The CPC 100 file system

Navigating through the file system

Main file operations menu

Opens the submenu File (refer to “Submenu File” on page 5)

The CPC 100 file system The Options menu

If selected, the CPC 100 cools down faster.

The Options menu

The Options menu

The Options menu Customizing your working environment

System language Change to Test Procedure Overview.

Define the display style for date and System Info

Put the focus to the test card’s tab.

Press Save As Default

Quick test card

Select from current transformer (CT) test cards

Select from voltage transformer (VT) test cards

Select from power transformer test cards

Select from resistance test cards

Select from other test applications

Settings page Measuring with Quick

Measuring with Quick Synchronizing output frequency with V1 AC Trigger settings

Ratio Iprim. / Isec.: Polarity: See page Current

CTRatio (with Burden) - the Measure Burden option CTBurden

CT Burden Output frequency

S2/X2 Actual injection

CTExcitation (knee point)

Note: If n/a appears in the V DC or R meas box, the V DC input is overloaded.

Voltage Withstand test Polarity Check

 If the signal characteristic is inverted or distorted, the CPOL2 considers the

Highest measured current

CTRatioV (with voltage) CTRatio (with voltage)

Measured Select to enter

Ratio: Iprim / Vsec × CFI Polarity:

VTBurden Voltage Withstand test Polarity Check

n/X2 N/H2 n/X2 green LED red LED

TRRatio (per tap) Settings page

Settings page Automatic Tap Fill

TRRatio (per tap)

TRRatio according to IEC 61378-1 Vector Group Check

B/H2 b1/X2 Test voltage

Vector Group Check Winding Resistance

A/H1 a1/X1 DANGER A/H1 a1/X1

C/H3 c1/X3 ► Follow instructions below.

Tap Changer Cleaner Sequence TRTapCheck (for OLTC)

TRTapCheck (for OLTC)

Rmeas: Actual resistance Values okay because always in the

Dynamic OLTC-Scan (DRM)