Megger IDAX 300, User Manual

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IDAX 300/322/350 ZP-AG03E AG033586EE
3 INSTRuMENT DESCRIPTION
3.6 Preparing instrument
Important
Read and comply with the safety instruc-
tions “2 Safety” on page <Öt>.
Always comply with local safety regula-
tions.
1]
First, connect the external safety ground
cable to the IDAX instrument and then to
the station’s ground near the test object/
transformer. Make sure the connection point
is free from paint/dirt/rust. This ground lead
should be the first connection made, and the
last one removed.
2]
Connect the mains lead 100-240V
AC,50/60Hz) to the IDAX instrument and
switch it on. For IDAX 322 connect external
interlock and strobe (optional).
3]
For IDAX 300/322, connect a communication
cable, either an Ethernet cable or USB cable,
between IDAX 300/322 and the computer.
If you use Ethernet, you may connect it to
company network.
4]
The IDAX unit will be detected by the IDAX
software and the address identified. Allow
connection to the IDAX instrument.
Note
If you have several instrument connected via
e.g. a company network, confirm and make
sure to connect the correct instrument intend-
ed to be used.
5]
In case the IDAX version needs to be
changed, IDAX software will identify
this during the first connection to the
instrument and initiate the corresponding
upgrade. Follow exactly step-by step screen
instructions to make sure the firmware
upgrade process is not interrupted in any
way.
Note Firmware update requires USB connection (no
Ethernet). After the upgrade you may use USB
or Ethernet
3.7 Preparing test object
1]
All test object capacitances must be
discharged/grounded before connecting
IDAX test leads.
This means that all test object electrodes
must be short circuited and grounded.
The electrodes must remain grounded
until IDAX leads are connected. See picture
below depicting ground connections before
measurement.
Specimen to be
measured
IDAX