CP TD1 (and accessories)

Getting Started
CP TD1 Getting Started

Manual Version: ENU 1035 03 01

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1 Safety instructions
1.1 Operator qualifications
Working on high-voltage assets can be extremely dangerous. Testing with the CP TD1 and its
accessories must be carried out only by qualified, skilled and authorized personnel. Before starting to
work, clearly establish the responsibilities.
Personnel receiving training, instructions, directions, or education on the CP TD1 or one of its
accessories must be under constant supervision of an experienced operator while working with the
equipment. The operator is responsible for the safety requirements during the whole test.

1.2 Safety standards and rules

1.2.1 Safety standards
Testing with the CP TD1 must comply with the internal safety instructions and additional safety-relevant
documents.
In addition, observe the following safety standards, if applicable:
• EN 50191 (VDE 0104) "Erection and Operation of Electrical Test Equipment"
• EN 50110-1 (VDE 0105 Part 100) "Operation of Electrical Installations"
• IEEE 510 "IEEE Recommended Practices for Safety in High-Voltage and High-Power Testing"
Moreover, observe all applicable regulations for accident prevention in the country and at the site of
operation.
Before operating the CP TD1 and its accessories, read the safety instructions in this Getting Started
carefully.
Do not turn on the CP TD1 and do not operate the CP TD1 without understanding the safety information
in this manual. If you do not understand some safety instructions, contact OMICRON before proceeding.
Maintenance and repair of the CP TD1 and its accessories is only permitted by qualified experts at
OMICRON Service Centers (see "Support" on page 31).

1.2.2 Safety rules

Always observe the five safety rules:
► Disconnect completely.
► Secure against re-connection.
► Verify that the installation is dead.
► Carry out grounding and short-circuiting.
► Provide protection against adjacent live parts.

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1.2.3 Safety accessories

OMICRON offers a range of accessories for added safety during the operation of our test systems. For
further information and specifications, refer to the corresponding Supplementary Sheet or contact
OMICRON Support.

1.3 Operating the measurement setup

The CP TD1 works as an add-on device to the CPC 100, CPC 80 or TESTRANO 600 which controls the
measurement. In this manual, those devices are collectively named Control Device if no specific device
is referred to. Do not connect the CP TD1 to any other device than the CPC 100, CPC 80 or the
TESTRANO 600.
Only personnel qualified in electrical engineering and trained by OMICRON are authorized to operate
the CP TD1.
► Before starting the work, clearly establish the responsibilities.
Personnel receiving training, instructions, directions, or education on the CP TD1 must be under
constant supervision of an experienced operator while working with the equipment.
The operator is responsible for the safety requirements during the whole test.
► Do not enter the high-voltage area if the red warning light of the Control Device is on since all outputs
can carry dangerous voltage or current!

CP CAL1

Distance:
min. 1.5 m/5 ft
CPC 100
CP TC12

CP TD1
Barrier height:
1 - 1.4 m / 3.3 - 4.6 ft
BLI1

Device
MPD 600 under CP CR500
test

Safe area High-voltage test area

Figure 1-1: Example of the separation of safe and high-voltage area

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► Always obey the five safety rules and follow the detailed safety instructions in the respective user
manuals.
Before performing tests using high voltage, observe the following instructions:
► Do not use the test equipment without a good connection to substation ground.
► Before switching on the high voltage, leave the high-voltage area.
► Do not insert objects (for example screwdrivers, etc.) into any input/output socket.
► Do not operate the CP TD1 under ambient conditions that exceed the temperature and humidity
limits.
► Make sure to position the test equipment on dry, solid ground.
► Do not operate the CP TD1 in the presence of explosives, gas or vapors.
► Opening the CP TD1 invalidates all warranty claims.
► Do not use an extension cable on a cable reel to prevent an overheating of the cord; run out the
extension cord.
► If the CP TD1 does not seem to function properly, do not use it anymore. Please call the OMICRON
technical support.

1.4 Handling cables

► Always turn off the CP TD1 completely before you connect or disconnect any cable (disconnect the
Control Device from mains or press its Emergency Stop button).
► The high-voltage cable must always be well attached and tightly connected to both the CP TD1 and
the test object. A loose or even falling off connector at the test object carrying high-voltage is life-
hazardous. Make sure the connectors are clean and dry before connecting.
At the CP TD1, press the high-voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw cap
until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of the screw-cap, clean the screw
thread and use a lubricant (Vaseline recommended).
At the test object, insert the high-voltage cables’ plugs carefully until you feel a "click" position. Now
they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them out. This should not be possible now.
Note: Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs
or connectors.
Insert the yellow banana plug (the high-voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug socket.
► Do not connect any cable to the test object without a visible grounding of the test object.
► The high-voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50cm (20 inch) of
this cable have no shield. Therefore, during a test consider this cable a life wire and due to the high-
voltage life-hazardous!
► When the Control Device is switched on, consider this part of the cable has to be in the high-voltage
area due to a hazard of electric shock!
► Never remove any cables from the CP TD1 or the test object during a test.
► Keep clear from zones in which high voltages may occur. Set up a barrier or establish similar
adequate means.

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► Both low-voltage measuring cables must always be well attached and tightly connected to the
CP TD1’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B.
Make sure to insert the red and blue marked cables into the corresponding measuring inputs: IN A =
red, IN B = blue.
Tighten the plugs by turning them until you feel a stop.
Note: Tighten the plugs manually. Do not use any tools for that because that can damage the plugs
or connectors.
► Do not use any other cables than the ones supplied by OMICRON.

1.5 Orderly measures

The CP TD1 Getting Started or alternatively the e-book in PDF format has always to be available on site
where the CP TD1 is being used. It must be read and observed by all users of the CP TD1.
The CP TD1 may be used only as described in this Getting Started. Any other use is not in accordance
with the regulations.
The manufacturer and/or distributor is not liable for damage resulting from improper usage. The user
alone assumes all responsibility and risk.
Following the instructions provided in this Getting Started is also considered part of being in accordance
with the regulations.
Opening CP TD1 or its accessories invalidates all warranty claims.

1.6 Static charges

Static charges on bushings or other apparatus such as transformer windings may be induced by test
potentials. While the voltage may not be significant enough to do any damage to the equipment, it can
be a source for serious accidents due to falls caused by reflex action.
High static charges may also be encountered at the bushing capacitance taps if the covers are removed.
► Use safety grounds before handling.
Always observe the five safety rules!

1.7 Disclaimer
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.

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1.8 Compliance statement

Declaration of conformity (EU)
The equipment adheres to the guidelines of the council of the European Community for meeting the
requirements of the member states regarding the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) directive, the low
voltage directive (LVD) and the RoHS directive.

FCC compliance (USA)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 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 not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference 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.

Declaration of compliance (Canada)

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.

1.9 Recycling
This test set (including all accessories) is not intended for household use. At
the end of its service life, do not dispose of the test set with household waste!
For customers in EU countries (incl. European Economic Area)
OMICRON test sets are subject to the EU Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE directive). As part of our legal obligations
under this legislation, OMICRON offers to take back the test set and ensure that it is
disposed of by authorized recycling agents.
For customers outside the European Economic Area
Please contact the authorities in charge for the relevant environmental regulations in
your country and dispose the OMICRON test set only in accordance with your local
legal requirements.

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2 Introduction
2.1 Designated use
2.1.1 CP TD1
The CP TD1 works as an add-on device to the CPC 100, CPC 80 or TESTRANO 600 which controls the
measurement. In this manual, those devices are collectively named Control Device if no specific device
is referred to. Do not connect the CP TD1 to any other Control Device than the CPC 100, CPC 80 or
TESTRANO 600.
The CP TD1 is an optionally available high-precision test system for on-site insulation tests of high-
voltage systems like power and measuring transformers, circuit breakers, capacitors and isolators. With
the add-on device CP TD1, the Control Device increases its range of possible applications into high-
voltage measurements.
When used with the CPC 100 or CPC 80, the CP TD1 comes with its own CPC test card named
TanDelta (Tangent Delta), which provides highly accurate measurements of the capacitance Cx and the
dissipation factor tanδ (DF) or power factor cosϕ (PF), respectively.
Additionally, the CP TD1 measures the following quantities:
• Actual, apparent and reactive power
• Quality factor QF
• Inductance
• Impedance, phase angle
• Test voltage & current
The CP TD1 can also be used as high-voltage source.
Any other use of the CP TD1 but the one mentioned above is considered improper use, and will not only
invalidate all customer warranty claims but also exempt the manufacturer from its liability to recourse.

2.1.2 CP CR500
The CP CR500 is a compensating reactor to enable Dissipation Factor / Tangent Delta measurements
of large generators and motors in combination with the CP TD1. A maximum of 10 CP CR500 units can
be connected to the CP TD1 in parallel.
The CP CR500 contains two inductors. In parallel to the test object it forms a resonant circuit, which is
able to compensate reactive power. By tuning the frequency via the CPC 100 and CP TD1, the circuit
can be brought into resonance. At that time, the CP TD1 is forced to deliver only the effective power
(12 kV/300 mA) while the current within the resonant circuit can be much higher.
Any other use of the CP CR500 but the one mentioned above is considered improper use, and will not
only invalidate all customer warranty claims but also exempt the manufacturer from its liability to
recourse.

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2.1.3 CP TC12
The CP TC12 is an oil test cell to enable Dielectric Constant, Dissipation Factor / Tangent Delta and
Power Factor measurements of insulating liquids such as transformer oil in combination with the
CP TD1.
The CP TC12 consists of a metallic container that represents the high-voltage electrode and a
measuring electrode. During the test, the high-voltage electrode carries a voltage of up to 12 kV.
Any other use of the CP TC12 but the one mentioned above is considered improper use, and will not
only invalidate all customer warranty claims but also exempt the manufacturer from its liability to
recourse.

2.1.4 BLI1
The BLI1 is a CP TD1 accessory for partial discharge measurements. It is used as blocking impedance
to filter undesired PD from the voltage supply (CP TD1) in the standard IEC measurement frequencies.
The BLI1 is used on top of the MCC coupling capacitor.
► Only use the BLI1 with the CP TD1.
► Always connect the BLI1 directly in series to the CP TD1’s output.
Depending on the coupling capacitor type, the BLI1’s M12 screw thread can be mounted with an adapter
for M10 internal threads.
Any other use of the BLI1 but the one mentioned above is considered improper use, and will not only
invalidate all customer warranty claims but also exempt the manufacturer from its liability to recourse.

2.1.5 CP CAL1
The CP CAL1 is a calibration unit designated for calibrating the CP TD1. The calibration is based on
measurements of the known capacitance and dissipation factor values of a high-precision reference
capacitor. The calibration procedure is controlled by the CPC 100 or CPC 80 test system.
Any other use of the CP CAL1 but the one mentioned above is considered improper use, and will not
only invalidate all customer warranty claims but also exempt the manufacturer from its liability to
recourse.

2.2 Functional components of the Control Devices and

the CP TD1
On the following pages the functional components of the different Control Devices (CPC 100, CPC 80
and TESTRANO 600) and the CP TD1 as well as the trolley options for the different device combinations
are described.

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2.3 CPC 100 and CP TD1 equipment trolley

Equipment trolley
Cable drum with
double-shielded
output cable to feed
CPC 100
the high voltage to the
test object.

Booster cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD1

(short type). Via this cable CPC 100
controls the CP TD1 output voltage.

CPC 100, CP TD1 and the equipment

trolley connected to the trolley’s
grounding bar and led to earth.
High-voltage
Grounding cable min. 6mm².
output with
attached
screw plug
and yellow
grounding CP TD1
plug.

Cable drum for

measuring
cables
Grounding terminal

To secure the CPC 100 while pulling

the trolley, a safety belt is available
(not shown).

Data cable CPC 100 ⇔ CP TD1

(short type). Via this data cable, the
CPC 100 software (test card
TanDelta) controls the CP TD1.

CP TD1’s measuring inputs IN A and

IN B, connected to the cable drum for
the measuring cables.

Swiveling mounting brackets for the

CPC 100 (top) and CP TD1 (bottom).

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2.4 TESTRANO 600 and CP TD1 equipment trolley

Equipment trolley
Cable drum with double-
shielded output cable to
feed the high voltage to
the test object. TESTRANO 600

Booster cable TESTRANO 600 ⇔ CP TD1.

Via this cable TESTRANO 600 controls the
CP TD1 output voltage.

TESTRANO 600, CP TD1 and the equipment

trolley connected to the trolley’s grounding bar
and led to earth.
Grounding cable min. 6mm².

High-voltage CP TD1
output.
Cable drum for
measuring
cables

To secure TESTRANO 600 while pulling the

trolley, a safety belt is available (not shown).

Data cable TESTRANO 600 ⇔ CP TD1 (short

type). Via this data cable, the TESTRANO 600
software controls the CP TD1.

CP TD1’s measuring inputs IN A and IN B,

connected to the cable drum for the measuring
cables.

Swiveling mounting brackets for TESTRANO 600

(top) and CP TD1 (bottom).

Grounding terminal

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2.5 Functional components of the CP TD1

2.5.1 CP TD1 grounding terminal and Booster input

Booster input Equipotential ground terminal

Figure 2-1: Grounding terminal and booster input of the CP TD1 (left side of the device)

2.5.2 CP TD1 serial interface connector and measuring inputs

Serial interface connector

IN_A measuring input IN_B measuring input

Figure 2-2: Serial interface and measuring inputs of the CP TD1 (right side of the device)

2.5.3 CP TD1 high-voltage connector

Grounding terminal

High-voltage connector

Figure 2-3: High-voltage connector of the CP TD1 (rear of the device)

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2.6 Functional components of the CP CR500

2.6.1 Front panel

Grounding terminal

High-voltage sockets

Figure 2-4: Front panel

2.6.2 Side panel

Safety B
(D-Sub 9 female)

Status LEDs:
Green: Ready*
Red: over-
temperature**

Safety A (D-Sub 9 male)

*: The status LED lights up in green if the operating voltage is available, the grounding terminal is connected, and if the dongle is
connected to the CP CR500.
**: The status LED lights up in red if one of the inductors have overtemperature. The CPC 100 is deactivated in this case. To
activate again, wait until the red LED has extinguished and press the I / O (test start/stop) button.

Note: The last CP CR500 unit allows connecting:

• the CPC 100 dongle
• an external Emergency Stop or "dead man" button
• an external "test start / stop" push-button
• external I / O warning lights
Note: The mentioned safety accessories don’t affect the CP CR500 directly but the Control Device.

Figure 2-5: Side panel

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2.6.3 Cable with LV output

To Safety A of CP CR500

LV Output

To CPC 100 or Safety B of CP CR500

Figure 2-6: Cable with LV output

2.7 Functional components of the CP TC12

Figure 2-7 shows the disassembled oil test cell.

Measuring electrode

High-voltage electrode
(container)
Base

Connector for high-voltage cable

Plexiglass cover
Retainer
Guard

Figure 2-7: Disassembled oil test cell CP TC12

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2.8 Functional components of the BLI1

The BLI1 provides the following connectors:
Input
• INPUT: 6 mm MC with interlock
Outputs (internally connected)
• DEVICE U. TEST: 6 mm MC with interlock
• COUPLING CAPACITOR: M12 screw thread with adapter for M10 internal threads
Connection to device under test Thread adapter

M12 screw thread for connection to

MCC coupling capacitor

Connection to CP TD1 via high-

voltage output cable

Figure 2-8: Functional components of the BLI1

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2.9 Functional components of the CP CAL1

High-voltage connector

Figure 2-9: High-voltage connector of the CP CAL1 (rear of the device)

Grounding terminal

Figure 2-10: Low-voltage connectors of the CP CAL1 (right side panel of the device)

2.10 Cleaning
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► Prior to cleaning disconnect the device.

► To clean one of the devices described in this document, use a cloth dampened with isopropanol
alcohol or water.

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3 Connecting a device
3.1 Preparations on site
DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
Prior to connecting a test object to the CP TD1 or one of its accessories, the following
steps need to be carried out by an authorized employee of the utility:
► Turn off and disconnect the high voltage from the test object.
► 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 CP TD1 and the area of danger
(that is, the test object), a second person with an additional "Emergency Stop" button
is required.
► Additionally, when preparing the test object and installing the test setup, adhere to local
laws and standards.

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3.2 CP TD1
3.2.1 Connecting the CP TD1 to the Control Device

CPC 100 CPC 80 TESTRANO 600

Left side panel

Left side panel

CPC 100/CPC 80 right side panel

Side panel

or or

CP TD1 or

Booster cable
Serial data connection
Grounding cable Left side panel Right side panel

Figure 3-1: Connecting the CP TD1 to the CPC 100, CPC 80 or TESTRANO 600

DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
► Never use the CP TD1 without a solid connection to ground with at least 6 mm².
► Use a ground point as close as possible to the test object.
► Make sure to position the test object or CP CAL in the high-voltage area.

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1. Ensure that the Control Device is switched off at the mains power switch.
2. Without trolley:
► Properly connect the Control Device and CP TD1 grounding terminals to substation ground.
With trolley (optional):
► Connect the trolley’s ground bar to earth.
► Properly connect the CPC 100 or TESTRANO 600 and CP TD1 grounding terminals to the
trolley’s ground bar.
3. Make sure that all cable connectors are clean and dry before being tightly connected.
4. Connect the CP TD1’s BOOSTER IN to the Control Device’s EXT. BOOSTER with the booster cable.
5. Connect the CP TD1’s SERIAL to the Control Device’s SERIAL with the data cable. This cable also
provides the power supply for the CP TD1.
6. Pull out the measuring cables from the cable drum and connect the test object to the CP TD1’s
measuring inputs IN A and IN B.
7. Connect the high-voltage cable from the test object to the CP TD1’s High-voltage output.
► At the CP TD1, press the high-voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw cap
manually without using any tools until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of
the screw-cap, clean the screw thread and use a lubricant (Vaseline recommended).
► Insert the yellow banana plug (the high-voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug socket.
► At the test object, insert the high-voltage cable’s plug carefully until you feel a "click" position. Now
they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them out. This should not be possible now.
The images below show how to unlock the cable connection again. This is also shown on a label
fixed to the high-voltage cable.

► After the HV cable connection is established, use the strain relieve delivered with the HV cable to
fasten it to the test object.

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DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
The high-voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50 cm
(20 inch) of this cable have no shield.
► During a test, consider this cable a life wire and, due to the high-voltage, life-
hazardous.

8. Connect the Control Device to the mains power supply using the provided cable.

WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► Establish a barrier to the high-voltage area.

9. Turn on the Control Device at its mains power switch.

10.The green warning light lights up, showing that the Control Device’s output does not carry a
dangerous voltage or current yet (on TESTRANO 600 the blue ring of the Start/Stop button is
additionally lit).

WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► If none or both warning lights are on, the unit is defective and must not be used
anymore.

11.An error message appears either if the PE connection is defective or if the power supply has no
galvanic connection to ground. The latter is the case on very special power supplies like with
generators or when insulation transformers are used.

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 neither PE nor
grounding terminal is connected, it can cause injury or possibly death of the operating
staff. The operator is fully responsible for any hazard that might occur due to improper
grounding.
► For safe operation always make sure that both PE and grounding terminal are
connected.

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If the CPC 100 or CPC 80 is the Control Device:

12.If the PE connection and the galvanic ground connection of the power supply are both intact and the
error message still appears, you can deactivate the Ground check and continue testing.

WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
If the Ground check is disabled, the operator is fully responsible for any hazard that might
occur due to improper grounding.
► Only deactivate the Ground check if you are completely sure that the measurement
equipment is properly grounded via PE and grounding terminal connections.
► Make sure that the grounding terminal connections stay intact during the whole
measurement procedure. If necessary, block the area to prevent unaware people from
stumbling over the grounding cables, possibly disconnecting them inadvertently.

Note: After the CPC 100 or CPC 80 has been rebooted, the "Disable ground check" check box is cleared
for safety reasons.

3.2.2 Disconnecting the CP TD1

1. Switch off the high voltage with start/stop push-button.

WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
The green warning light indicates that the outputs of the Control Device are not activated.
► Even if you switched off the Control Device, wait until the red warning light is fully
extinguished. As long as this warning light is lit, there is still voltage potential on the
output.

2. Press the Emergency Stop button on the Control Device’s front panel.
3. Lock the Control Device to avoid anybody accidentally turning on the high voltage.
4. Earth-connect and shorten out the test object’s terminals using a grounding set.
5. Plug off the high-voltage cable from the high-voltage output of the CP TD1.
6. Disconnect the cables from the CP TD1.

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3.3 CP CR500
3.3.1 Connecting the CP CR500
DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
► Never operate the test setup without solid grounding.
► Place the Control Device and CP TD1 on their transport cases in the safe area, and
the CP CR500 in the high-voltage area.
► Make sure that all units involved and, if used, the trolley are connected to the common
equipotential ground.
► Use earth connection cables of at least 6 mm² cross-section.

1. Prepare the Control Device and the CP TD1 as described under 3.2.1 "Connecting the CP TD1 to the
Control Device" on page 18 but make sure the Control Device is not connected to mains yet.
2. Connect the CP TD1’s SERIAL to Control Device’s SERIAL with the data cable. This cable also
provides the power supply for the CP TD1.
3. Remove the dongle from the Control Device’s "connector for external safety functions".
4. Connect the Safety A connector at the CP CR500 interface panel to the Control Device’s connector
for external safety functions using the provided cable (length 10 m).
5. If more than one CP CR500 device is connected, connect the Safety B connector at the CP CR500
interface panel with the Safety A connector of the next unit.
6. For the last unit, terminate the Safety B connector at the CP CR500 interface panel with the dongle
of the Control Device.
7. Connect the LV output on the provided cable to the CP TD1’s connector IN A (red plug) using the
banana cable.
Note: Always make sure that the LV output is connected!
8. If more than one CP CR500 device is connected, connect the LV output of all units with each other.
9. Connect the HV clamp delivered with the CP CR500 to the terminal of the test object.
10.Connect the CP TD1’s high-voltage cable from the HV clamp to the CP TD1’s High-voltage output.
► At the CP TD1, press the high-voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw cap
manually without using any tools until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of
the screw-cap, clean the screw thread and use a lubricant (Vaseline recommended).
► Insert the yellow banana plug (the high-voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug socket.
► At the HV clamp, insert the high-voltage cable’s plug carefully until you feel a "click" position. Now
they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them out. This should not be possible now.

DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
The high-voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50 cm
(20 inch) of this cable have no shield.
► During a test, consider this cable a life wire and, due to the high-voltage, life-
hazardous.

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11.Connect the high-voltage cables from the HV clamp to the high-voltage sockets HV Input 1 or HV
Input 2 of the CP CR500 devices depending on the calculated values.
12.Make sure that the connectors are tightly fit before turning on the high voltage.
13.Remove the grounding set from the test object.
14.Connect the Control Device to the mains power supply using the provided cable.
15.Turn on the Control Device at its mains power switch.
16.An error message (313) appears if there is no ground connection, neither via PE (protective earth
wire of the power supply) nor via grounding terminal or the power supply has no galvanic connection
to ground. The latter is the case on very special power supplies like with diesel generators or when
insulation transformers are used.

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 neither PE nor
grounding terminal is connected, it can cause injury or possibly death of the operating
staff.
► For safe operation always make sure that both PE and grounding terminal are
connected.

17.The green warning light "O" lights up, showing that the Control Device output does not carry a
dangerous voltage or current yet.
Note: If none or both warning lights are on, the unit is defective and must not be used anymore.
18.Check the green light "ready" at the CP CR500. If the green light is off, the unit is defective and must
not be used anymore.

WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current possible
► Establish a barrier to the high-voltage area.
► Make sure to keep the required distance. The required distance is 1.5 m to all
CP CR500 units and the test object with a barrier hight of 1 m.

3.3.2 Disconnecting the CP CR500

1. Switch off the high voltage with the I/O (test start/stop) push-button.
2. Even if you switched off the Control Device, wait until the red I/O warning light is fully extinguished.
As long as this warning light is lit, there is still voltage potential on the output. Check the operational
condition, in particular:
• that only the green light "0" on the Control Device's front panel is lit and
• that the CP TD1 does not give an acoustic warning sound.
3. Press the Emergency Stop button on the Control Device front panel.
4. Lock the Control Device to avoid anybody accidentally turning on the high voltage.

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5. Remove the barrier between the high-voltage and safe area.

DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
► Earth-connect and shorten out the test object’s terminals using a grounding set.

6. Disconnect all cables from the test set.

3.4 CP TC12
3.4.1 Connecting the CP TC12
WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage possible!
The metallic container of the CP TC12 represents the high-voltage electrode. During the
test, this part carries a voltage of up to 12 kV.
► Treat the area around the CP TC12 as "prohibition zone" according to EN 50191.
► Make sure that nobody can enter this zone during the test. Use walls or barriers for
protection as shown in Figure 3-2 below. Keep a minimum of 150 cm (59 inches) from
the test cell to the barriers in all directions, and make sure that high-voltage warning
signs are well visible.

Figure 3-2 shows a typical test setup with the CP TC12 connected to the CP TD1. For a more detailed
view, also see Figure 3-3 on the next page.

min. 1.5 m

Figure 3-2: Typical test setup

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1. Prepare the Control Device and the CP TD1 as described under 3.2.1 "Connecting the CP TD1 to the
Control Device" on page 18 but make sure the Control Device is not connected to mains yet.
2. Connect the Measurement electrode output of the CP TC12 to the CP TD1’s connector IN A (red
plugs) using the banana cable.
3. Connect the Guard output of the CP TC12 to the CP TD1’s connector IN B (blue plugs) using the
banana cable.

WARNING
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage possible!
► To avoid electrical spark-over between the two CP TD1 connecting cables and the
housing, keep the cables at least 10 cm (4 inches) away from the CP TC12 housing.

4. Connect the High-voltage input of the CP TC12 to the CP TD1’s High-voltage output using the high-
voltage cable.
► At the CP TD1, press the high-voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw cap
manually without using any tools until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of
the screw-cap, clean the screw thread and use a lubricant (Vaseline recommended).
► Insert the yellow banana plug (the high-voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug socket.
► At the CP TC12, insert the high-voltage cable’s plug carefully until you feel a "click" position. Now
they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them out. This should not be possible now.

DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
The high-voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50 cm
(20 inch) of this cable have no shield.
► During a test, consider this cable a life wire and, due to the high-voltage, life-
hazardous.

blue guard

red measurement
electrode
>

Guard
10

Connecting
cm

cables to the Plexiglass

CP TD1 cover

High-voltage cable

Figure 3-3: Oil test cell CP TC12

5. Make sure that the connectors are tightly fit before turning on the high voltage.

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6. Erect a safety barrier as depicted in Figure 3-2: on page 24.

7. Connect the Control Device to the mains power supply using the provided cable.
8. Turn on the Control Device at its mains power switch at the left-hand side.
9. An error message (313) appears if there is no ground connection, neither via PE (protective earth
wire of the power supply) nor via grounding terminal or the power supply has no galvanic connection
to ground. The latter is the case on very special power supplies like with diesel generators or when
insulation transformers are used.

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 neither PE nor
grounding terminal is connected, it can cause injury or possibly death of the operating
staff.
► For safe operation always make sure that both PE and grounding terminal are
connected.

10.The green warning light "O" lights up, showing that the Control Device output does not carry a
dangerous voltage or current yet.
Note: If none or both warning lights are on, the unit is defective and must not be used anymore.

3.4.2 Disconnecting the CP TC12

1. Switch off the high voltage with the I/O (test start/stop) push-button.
2. Even if you switched off the Control Device, wait until the red I/O warning light is fully extinguished.
As long as this warning light is lit, there is still voltage potential on the output. Check the operational
condition, in particular:
• that only the green light "0" on the Control Device's front panel is lit and
• that the CP TD1 does not give an acoustic warning sound.
3. Press the Emergency Stop button on the Control Device front panel.
4. Lock the Control Device to avoid anybody accidentally turning on the high voltage.
5. Remove the barrier between the high-voltage and safe area.
6. Disconnect all cables from the CP TC12.

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3.5 BLI1
3.5.1 Measurement setup
The voltage output of the CP TD1 is up to 12 kV. Therefore, make sure to keep the required distance
and to position the device in a safe area. According to EN 50191, the required distance to the high-
voltage area is 1.5 m with a barrier hight of 1 m.

BLI1

CPC 100

Device under
MCC coupling

test (DUT)
capacitor

CP TD1 CP CR500
MPD 600
(optional)

Safe area High-voltage area

Figure 3-4 Measurement setup

3.5.2 Connecting the BLI1

DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
► Do not touch the plug of the CP TD1 high-voltage cable when it is connected to the
CP TD1. The plug is not insulated.

1. Check all devices and cables for moisture and damages. Make sure that all connections are stable.
2. Press the Emergency Stop button on the Control Device’s front panel. Continue with connecting only
if the green warning light is on.
3. Ground the setup according to the safety rules.
Note: The BLI1 itself cannot be grounded.
4. Optional: For coupling capacitors with internal threads other than M12, screw the respective adapter
onto the BLI1’s screw thread.
► Place the adapter on the BLI1’s M12 screw thread and turn clockwise.
► Make sure the adapter is firmly and securely screwed onto the CP TD1’s M12 screw thread.

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5. Screw the BLI1 onto the coupling capacitor.

► Place the BLI1’s screw thread on the coupling capacitor and turn clockwise.
► Make sure the BLI1 is firmly and securely connected to the coupling capacitor.

NOTICE
Equipment damage
► Do not use the BLI1 if the screw thread does not precisely fit the coupling capacitor.

6. Connect the DEVICE U. TEST output to the device under test using a cable with a 6 mm interlocking
MC plug (not included).
7. Optional: Connect the CP CR500 to the device under test using a 6 mm interlocking MC plug.
8. Plug the high-voltage cable from the CP TD1 into the INPUT of the BLI1.
9. Protect others from accessing the high-voltage area and accidentally touching live parts by setting up
a suitable barrier and, if applicable, warning lights.
10.Remove the grounding from the setup.
11.Conduct the measurement as described below.

3.5.3 Disconnecting the BLI1

1. Reduce the output voltage to zero either using the CPC 100’s handwheel (if the CPC 100 is used as
Control Device) or by setting the voltage to zero on the test card.
2. Deactivate the Control Device by pressing the I/O (test start/stop) push-button. The green warning
light indicates that the outputs of the Control Device are not activated. As long as the red warning
light is lit, there is still voltage and/or current potential on one or more of the outputs.
3. Press the Emergency Stop button on the Control Device’s front panel.
4. Lock the Control Device to avoid anybody accidentally turning on the high voltage.
5. Plug off the high-voltage cable from the high-voltage output of the CP TD1.
6. Ground the setup according to the safety rules.
7. Remove the safety barrier.
8. Disconnect the BLI1.

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3.6 CP CAL1
3.6.1 Connecting the CP CAL1
1. Prepare the Control Device and the CP TD1 as described under 3.2.1 "Connecting the CP TD1 to the
Control Device" on page 18 but make sure the Control Device is not connected to mains yet.
2. Connect the CP CAL1’s connector C1 with the CP TD1’s connector IN A (red plugs) using the
banana cable.
3. Connect the CP CAL1’s connector EG with the CP TD1’s connector IN B (blue plugs) using the
banana cable.
4. Connect the High-voltage input of the CP CAL1 to the CP TD1’s High-voltage output using the
high-voltage cable.
► At the CP TD1, press the high-voltage cable’s plug to the connector tightly and turn the screw cap
manually without using any tools until you feel a mechanical stop. If you notice a rough-running of
the screw-cap, clean the screw thread and use a lubricant (Vaseline recommended).
► Insert the yellow banana plug (the high-voltage cable’s grounding) into the respective plug socket.
► At the CP CAL1, insert the high-voltage cable’s plug carefully until you feel a "click" position. Now
they are locked. Confirm this by trying to pull them out. This should not be possible now.

DANGER
Death or severe injury caused by high voltage or current
The high-voltage cable is double-shielded and therefore safe. However, the last 50 cm
(20 inch) of this cable have no shield.
► During calibration, consider this cable a life wire and, due to the high-voltage, life-
hazardous.

5. Erect a safety barrier as depicted in Figure 3-5 below.

Figure 3-5: CP CAL1 calibration setup with safety barrier

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3.6.2 Disconnecting the CP CAL1

1. Switch off the high voltage with the I/O (test start/stop) push-button.
2. Even if you switched off the Control Device, wait until the red I/O warning light is fully extinguished.
As long as this warning light is lit, there is still voltage potential on the output. Check the operational
condition, in particular:
• that only the green light "0" on the Control Device's front panel is lit and
• that the CP TD1 does not give an acoustic warning sound.
3. Press the Emergency Stop button on the Control Device front panel.
4. Lock the Control Device to avoid anybody accidentally turning on the high voltage.
5. Remove the barrier between the high-voltage and safe area.
6. Disconnect all cables from the CP CAL1.

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