2.5.1 System requirements
2.6 Putting the CPC 100 into operation
Note:Before setting the CPC 100 into operation and carrying out a test, it is essential that you have read and understood the section 1 "Safety instructions for the CPC 100 and its accessories" on page 16.
Always be aware that all AC and DC output sockets of the CPC 100 can carry dangerous voltage potential and provide dangerous currents.
2.6.1 Safety aspects
We strongly advise you to obey the following legal safety aspects:
► Tests with high voltages and currents must only be carried out by authorized and qualified personnel.
► Personnel receiving training, instructions, directions, or education on high- voltage/current tests must remain under the constant supervision of an experienced operator while working with the equipment.
The instructions have to be renewed at least once per year.
► The instructions must be available in written form and signed by each person assigned to do high- voltage/current tests.
Table 2-2:CPC 100 Toolset system requirements
Characteristic Requirement (*recommended) Operating system Windows 10 64-bit
CPU Multicore system with 2 GHz or faster*, single-core system with 2 GHz or faster
RAM min. 4 GB (8 GB*)
Hard disk min. 5 GB of available space Storage device DVD-ROM drive
Graphics adapter Super VGA (1280×768) or higher-resolution video adapter and monitor1
1. We recommend graphics adapter supporting Microsoft DirectX 9.0 or later.
Interface Ethernet NIC2
2. The CPC 100 can be connected with RJ-45 connectors either directly to the computer or to the local network, for example, by using an Ethernet hub.
Installed software required for the optional Microsoft Office
interface functions
Microsoft Office 365*, Office 2019*, Office 2016, Office 2013
2.6.2 Preparations in the substation
Prior to connecting a test object to the CPC 100, the following steps need to be carried out by an authorized employee of the utility:
► Turn off all voltage sources connected to the test object and disconnect all external connections.
► Protect yourself and your working environment against an accidental re-connection of high voltage by other persons and circumstances.
► Verify a safe isolation of the test object.
► Earth-connect and shorten out the test object’s terminals using a grounding set.
► Protect yourself and your working environment with a suitable protection against other (possibly live) circuits.
► Protect others from accessing the dangerous area and accidentally touching live parts by setting up a suitable barrier and, if applicable, warning lights.
► If there is a longer distance between the location of the CPC 100 and the area of danger (the test object), a second person with an additional Emergency Stop button is required.
2.6.3 Basic steps to carry out a test with the CPC 100
1. Verify that the substation is prepared accordingly and you comply with all safety regulations.
2. Make sure that the power switch on the CPC 100 side panel is turned off.
Press the Emergency Stop button.
3. Connect the CPC 100 to the mains power supply using the provided cable.
4. With the test object grounded and shorted out, connect the CPC 100 to the test object according to your requirements.
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► Connect the CPC 100 grounding terminal to the substation ground.
► Use a wire with a cross-section of ≥ 6 mm².
Connect the CPC 100 grounding terminal to substation ground.
5. Set up a barrier to separate the high voltage area from the safe area (see Figure 1-1: "Example of the separation of work area and high-voltage area using different OMICRON devices" on page 18).
6. Remove the grounding set from the test object.
7. Turn on the CPC 100 at its POWER switch at the left-hand side.
The green status light "0" lights up, showing that the current/voltage source is not active.
8.Set up your test in the CPC 100 software, and, where applicable, determine whether you want to perform an automatic or a manual test.
The following chapters of this manual comprise an example for each available test.
For a detailed description of how to use the software refer to section ”How to use the CPC 100 software” on page 40 of this chapter.
9. Once all test cards are prepared and the parameters set, make sure the key lock is in position
"unlocked" (horizontal). Release the Emergency Stop button.
10.Start the test by pressing the green I/O (test start/stop) push-button on the CPC 100 front panel.
Note:
• A test can only be started in the Test Card View and with all preconditions met (refer to ”Starting a test” on page 51 of this chapter).
• If voltages ≥500 V are to be applied, after pressing the I/O (test start/stop) push-button for the first time a warning message appears on the screen.
Only after the I/O push-button is pressed a second time, the voltage is applied to the CPC 100 output.
• An error message (313) appears if no PE connection can be detected on the power supply.
11.If a potentially hazardous voltage and/or current level is fed by the CPC 100 outputs, the red signal red light "I" starts flashing.
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► Do not enter the high voltage area during measurement.
► Remain in the safe area.
► Before entering the high voltage area, follow step 12 to 15 later in this section.
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
This is a safety-relevant message. If the reason for this message is that the PE is not connected, this can cause injury or possibly death of the operating staff.
► Make sure that both PE and grounding terminal are connected.
14.After turning off the CPC 100 outputs, connect all terminals of the test object to ground and short- circuit them again using a grounding set.
15.Remove the connection between the CPC 100 and the test object.
2.7 Cleaning
► To clean one of the devices described in this document, use a cloth dampened with isopropanol alcohol or water.
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► Never touch any metallic terminals and housing components without a visible ground connection!
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► Prior to cleaning disconnect the device.