Conzerv EM6435 Energy Meter

User Manual
NHA12536-03
07/2015
Hazard Categories and Special Symbols
Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become
familiar with the device before trying to install, operate, service or maintain it.
The following special messages may appear throughout this manual or on the
equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that
clarifies or simplifies a procedure.

SAFETY SYMBOLS

The addition of either symbol to a “Danger” or “Warning” safety label indicates

that an electrical hazard exists which will result in personal injury if the
instructions are not followed.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.

SAFETY MESSAGES

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

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OTHER SYMBOLS

This symbol indicates direct and alternating currents

This is double insulation symbol which indicates that, the user-accessible area
is protected throughout by double insulation or reinforced insulation.

PLEASE NOTE
Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained
only by qualified personnel. No responsibility is assumed by Schneider
Electric for any consequences arising out of the use of this material.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 – Product Description.......................................................................................................................6

Physical Description ..........................................................................................................................................6
Front Panel .....................................................................................................................................................7
Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................................................12
Parameters ......................................................................................................................................................13
Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 2: Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................17
Chapter 3: Quick Start Guide ..........................................................................................................................18
PROG Menu — Setup .....................................................................................................................................18
Quick Setup – While Powering ON ...............................................................................................................18
Enter Setup Menu in View (Read-Only) Mode..............................................................................................20
Enter Setup Menu in Edit Mode ....................................................................................................................20
Setup Parameters in View and Edit Modes ..................................................................................................21
Setup Parameters in View and Edit Modes (continued) ...............................................................................22
Edit Set Parameters ......................................................................................................................................23
Clear INTG ....................................................................................................................................................25
EM6435 Energy Meter Menu Hierarchy ..........................................................................................................26
EM6435 Energy Meter Menu Hierarchy (Continued) ...................................................................................27
EM6435 Energy Meter Menu Hierarchy (Continued) ...................................................................................28
Chapter 4: AC Power Measurement................................................................................................................29
3-Phase Systems .............................................................................................................................................29
Consumption and Poor Power Factor .............................................................................................................30
“3D” kVA Measurement ...................................................................................................................................30
Chapter 5: Installation ......................................................................................................................................31
Mechanical Installation ....................................................................................................................................31
Installation Procedure ...................................................................................................................................32
Electrical Installation ........................................................................................................................................34
Terminal connections using lugs ..................................................................................................................35
Auxiliary Supply (Control Power) ..................................................................................................................36
PTs (VTs) and CTs .......................................................................................................................................36
Voltage Signal Connections ..........................................................................................................................37
Current Signal Connections ..........................................................................................................................37
Setup — System Type ..................................................................................................................................39
Phase Labels ................................................................................................................................................40
Connection Diagrams ...................................................................................................................................40
Chapter 6: Data Communication .....................................................................................................................43
Float Byte Register ..........................................................................................................................................43
Health Check Register .....................................................................................................................................43
Float Byte Order Detection ..............................................................................................................................43
RS 485 Data Port .............................................................................................................................................44
Installation ........................................................................................................................................................44
Communication Capabilities ............................................................................................................................45
Daisy-chaining Devices to the Energy Meter...................................................................................................45
Data Formats and Settings ..............................................................................................................................46
Modbus Standard Device Identification ...........................................................................................................46
Parameter Settings for Different SCADA Software ......................................................................................47
Communication Test .....................................................................................................................................48

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Data Address ................................................................................................................................................50

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................59
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................60
Disposal and Recycle ......................................................................................................................................61
To Disassemble ...............................................................................................................................................61
Appendix A – Technical Data ..........................................................................................................................62
Accuracy ..........................................................................................................................................................62
Auxiliary supply (Control Power)......................................................................................................................62
Front Display ....................................................................................................................................................62
Installation and Input Ratings ..........................................................................................................................63
Environmental Conditions ................................................................................................................................63
Construction .....................................................................................................................................................63
Dimensions and Shipping .............................................................................................................................63
Appendix B: SIM (simulation) Mode ...............................................................................................................65
Appendix C: Glossary ......................................................................................................................................66
Terms ............................................................................................................................................................66
Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................................67

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Chapter 1 – Product Description

The EM6435 energy meters are digital energy meters that offer
comprehensive 3-phase electrical instrumentation and load management
facilities in a compact and rugged package.

This chapter contains the main operating instructions. The remaining

chapters explain the installation and setup steps required before the energy
meter is ready for use, and maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for
the energy meter after installation.

The EM6435 energy meter is a universal energy meter. Before use, please
program the SYS (measurement system configuration) and the PT (VT) and
CT ratios through the front panel keys. Otherwise, it will read your system
incorrectly. Other settings, such as communication parameters, must also
be programmed as needed.

Schneider Electric stands behind your EM6435 energy meters with complete
user support and service.

Intended use: The EM6435 energy meter is designed for use in industrial
and commercial installations by trained and qualified professionals, not for
domestic use.

Physical Description
FRONT: The front panel has three rows of four digits/characters each, with
auto scaling Kilo (K), Mega (M), and minus (-) indications. The K and M
indicators are lit together to show Giga readings. The load bar graph to the
right of the display gives the indication of consumption in terms of the %
amperes load with respect to the full scale (FS) selected. Five smart keys
make navigating the parameters very quick and intuitive for viewing data
and configuring the energy meter.

REAR: The voltage and current terminals and the RS 485 communication
port are located on the back of the energy meter. Refer to “Rear Panel” on
page 13 for more information.

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Front Panel
The front panel contains the following indicators and controls:
• Eight-segment LED display: Three rows of alphanumeric displays, four
digits each, display three RMS parameters simultaneously or one energy
parameter. The displayed readings update every second.
• Analog load bar: Unique indication of % load with respect to the full scale
(FS) value.
• Indicators: For each row Kilo, Mega (Kilo + Mega = Giga) indicators, and
a Negative (-) indicator.
• Keys: Five smart keys to scroll through the display pages.

Figure 1-1: Parts of EM6435 energy meter front panel

Color-coded analog
load bar

Eight-segment LED
display

Keys

Eight-segment LED display

• Three line, four digits, eight-segment LED display.
• The energy meter displays the parameter name prominently right on the
large, alphanumeric readouts.
• The energy meter displays the parameter name for two seconds and then
the value for eight seconds. The parameter name is also displayed each
time you press a key. This helps the user to know which parameter is
currently displayed.
• This method also allows programmable phase soft-labels in the energy
meters. Select from 123 (factory setting), ABC, RYB, PQR or RST.

Analog Load Bar

• Unique indication of total load % with respect to the full scale value through
the 12 LEDs at the right side of the display.
• This is a bar graph, where each LED indicates 10% of load.
• To find the total load, count the number of illuminated LEDs, and then
multiply by 10.

Table 1-1: Load percentage and bar graph indication

Load Bar graph display

percentage
Less than No LEDs are lit.
10%
Between 10 to Amber LEDs are lit.
40 %
Between 50 to Green LEDs are lit to indicate that the load is acceptable and should not
80% be increased further.
Above 80% Red LEDs are lit to indicate that the load has exceeded the sanctioned
limit and is dangerous.

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The Indicators– Kilo, Mega, and Negative

Table 1-2 Indicators

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Kilo: When lit, indicates that the reading is in Kilo (10 ). 10,000 is displayed
as 10.00 K and 1000 as 1.0 K.

6
Mega: When lit, indicates that the reading is in Mega (10 ). 10,000 K is
shown as 10.00 M and 1000 K as 1.0 M.

9
Giga: When Kilo and Mega are lit together, the reading is in Giga (10 ).
10,000 M is shown as 10.00 G and 1000 M as 1.0 G.

Negative: When lit, indicates that the reading is negative as per IEEE 100
and industry standard practice.
When PF (power factor) is lead (capacitive load): Both PF and VAR
(reactive power) signs will be negative. When current is reversed: W (active
power) is negative.

Table 1-3: Giga, Mega (M), Kilo (K), and decimal point scaling

RMS Reading Indicator

Less than 0.001 K OFF, M OFF, displays 0.000

Less than 9999 K OFF, M OFF

Above 9999 K ON, M OFF
Above 9999 K M ON, K OFF
Above 9999 M Giga (K + M indicators ON)
Up to 9999 G Giga
Above 9999 G Display shows Hi for positive numbers, Lo for negative numbers

RMS readings are four digits. Energy readings have eight digits, including
four additional fractional digits. The maximum number the energy meter
handles is 9,999 G for RMS and energy values.

This means that the energy readings of the energy meter will overflow at
Wh (active energy) (selectable through PROG menu - setup) depending
upon the PT (VT) and CT ratios programmed.

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Smart Keys
Operating the energy meter is easy, using the five smart keys to navigate
through the display pages. The display pages expand as you go to the right,
much like the directory or explorer tree displayed on any computer. The
display shows where you are headed.

Table 1-4: Smart keys description

Right Key
• Go forward into sub-parameter pages.
• Going right past EDIT in SET and CLR requires code entry to enter
PROG menu (setup and clear).
• During setup, select next (right side) digit.
Left Key:
• Go back towards to the main parameter pages.
• During edit setup, select previous (left side) digit.
• Exits from Edit mode, back to the PROG menu – setup.
• The meter enters the SIM (simulation) mode when you press the left
key continuously during the power up of the energy meter. See “SIM
(Simulation) mode” on page 67 for more information.
Up Key:
• Scroll up through display pages at the same level, within the same
function.
• Continuous pressing for three seconds initiates limited auto-scroll
(within the same function). See “Auto-scroll” on page 12 for
more information.
• While editing, increases the value of the blinking/selected digit.
Down Key:
• Scroll down through other display pages at the same level, through all
functions.
• Continuous pressing for three seconds initiates the full auto-scroll
mode, through all functions. See “Auto-scroll” on page 12 for more
information.
• While editing, decreases the value of the blinking/selected digit.
TURBO Key:
• TURBO key is simple one touch access to the most commonly used
parameters pages (factory set). The TURBO pages for EM6435 energy
meters are given below.
• EM6435: RMS (home page), VLL A PF, VLN A F, W VAR PF, PF
PF1 PF2 PF3, Wh, R.Wh, t.Wh. If you’re lost, the TURBO key is a
quick way to get back to the RMS home page.
• Continuous pressing for three seconds initiates auto scrolling through
the above TURBO pages. See “Auto-scroll” on page 12 for more
information.
• During the power up, if the TURBO key is pressed, then the energy
meter goes directly into PROG menu – Setup. This is the easiest way
to enter into the setup menu. See “Quick setup – While powering on”
on page 19 for more information.

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Keypad Operation
Press the key in the direction you want to go. The display shows where you
are headed. Press the key that takes you in the desired direction.

The following example explains how to navigate from the RMS page to the
VLN A F page and back to the RMS page in the EM6435 energy meter.

Navigation Concept

RMS VLL V12

A 23
PF 31

VLN
A
F

1. From the RMS page, press . The display shows VLL

A
PF
2. Now press .The display shows VLN
A
F
3. To return to RMS, press .The display shows RMS.

Use to go forward to the sub-parameter page and use to go

backward to the main parameter pages. Use and to scroll up and
down through the display pages.

• Now, try getting around to other parameters, by moving up, down, right,
and left. The readings are organized as display pages to the right of RMS
and INTG.
• The Kilo, Mega, and Negative indicators are automatic. Kilo and Mega
light up together to show Giga. See “The Indicators” on page 9 for more
information.
• You cannot go right into CLR, to clear INTG values, unless you enter a
code.
• Going right through SET, you can go down to VIEW or EDIT. Going right
through EDIT requires code entry to program these energy meter settings.
When done:
• Go Left all the way back to SET.
• Go down to CLR.
• Go Right into RMS to view the display pages again.

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Auto-scroll
Auto-scroll allows you to monitor a group of display pages sequentially,
every five seconds, without manual key operation. This is convenient for
viewing from a distance. The energy meter shows the parameter name for
one second followed by the value for four seconds.

• To auto-scroll within a page group (e.g., Within RMS group)

Go to a particular page in the desired page group. Press continuously
for three seconds and then release. The display flashes AUTO and starts
auto-scroll within the page group.
• To auto-scroll down the entire column of pages
Go to the desired page. Press continuously for three seconds and then
release. The display flashes AUTO and starts auto-scroll down the entire
column of pages.
• To auto-scroll through TURBO pages
Press continuously for three seconds and then release. The display
flashes AUTO and starts auto-scroll through the TURBO pages.

Note: Press any key to revert to manual scrolling. Auto scrolling is not possible in the setup
parameters.

Default Display (View) Page

You can select any page as a user-set default display page. You can scroll
to other display pages. The user-set page is displayed two minutes after the
manual scrolling is stopped by the user.

To lock the user-set default page:

• Go to the page you want to set as the default page.
• Press and simultaneously to lock the page. The energy meter
displays LOCK.

To unlock the user-set default page:

• Once the default display page is active, press and simultaneously
to unlock the page. The energy meter displays ULOC.

Note: Entry into setup (PROG) is allowed only when the display page is unlocked.

Default Display Page through Communication

• You can lock and unlock the default display page through communication.
• If the default display page is locked by the operator through
communication, the default display page can be unlocked through the front
panel.
• If the default display page is locked by the supervisor through
communication, then the operator cannot unlock the default display page
through the front panel and communication. Only the supervisor can
unlock through communication.

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Rear Panel
The EM6435 energy meter terminals are located on the rear panel.
14 terminals are provided, seven terminals on each side:
• Six terminals for current, one in and one out per phase.
• Four terminals for voltage, for three phases and neutral.
• Two terminals for auxiliary power supply (control power).
• Two terminals for the RS 485 communication port.

Figure 1-2: Rear panel

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Parameters
The energy meter can measure, locally display, and remotely transfer over
Modbus RTU protocol, the following parameters:

Table 1-5: Parameters

Parameter
RMS VLL VLN V1 V2 V3 V12 V23 V31
A A1 A2 A3
F
PF PF1 PF2 PF3
W W1 W2 W3
VAR VAR1 VAR2 VAR3

INTG FWD Wh
VARh
-VARh
INTG REV R.Wh
R.VARh
-R.VARh
OLD FWD Wh
VARh
-VARh
OLD REV R.Wh
R.VARh
-R.VARh

Note:
FWD: Forward indicating the import of power into the plant/grid.
REV: Reverse indicating the export of power from the plant/grid.

The EM6435 energy meter displays:

• Voltage: Three voltage measurements line-to-line: 1-2, 2-3, 3-1, and
average, Three voltage measurements line-to-neutral: 1-4, 2-4, 3-4, and
average.
• Current: Three current measurements phase-wise (1, 2, 3), average
current of all three phases with respect to the corresponding voltage line-
neutral vector.
• Phase wise load in %: Three currents in % of the FS (%A FS).
• Frequency: Measures from whichever phase is active.
• Power: W, VAR, per phase and total. PF per phase and average.
Per-Phase W readings provide a quick CT Polarity Check. A negated W
phase reading indicates CT reversal.
• Energy:, Wh, +VARh (Ind), -VARh (Cap), Energy (OLD): Wh, +VARh
(Ind), -VARh (Cap),
• % Amperes load bar graph: Load bar graph indicates consumption in
terms of % amperes total. You can quickly estimate the load by viewing
the display without operating any keys. The bar graph consists of
12 segments. Each segment indicates a current load of 10% of CT
primary.
• Kilo, Mega, Giga indication for the above parameters. See “The
Indicators” on page 9 for more information.

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Technical Specifications
The EM6435 energy meter is a high-accuracy, low cost, ultra-compact,
power, and energy meter. It offers ISO 9001 quality, accuracy, and
functional flexibility. This model has Modbus RTU communications
capability. The standard unit flush-mounts in a DIN 96 cutout and conforms
to UL product standards.

The energy meter is also designed for retrofit applications such as

replacement of analog meters. Each can be used as a standalone meter in
electrical control panels, power distribution units (PDU), switch boards,
uninterrupted power supplies (UPS), generator sets, and motor control
center (MCC) systems. It also provides easy communication to program
logic controls (PLC), distributed control systems (DCS), building
management systems (BMS), and other systems.

The following table gives the technical specifications of the energy meter.
Refer to “Technical Data” on page 65 for more information.

Table 1-6: Technical specifications

Description Specification
Sensing/Measurement True RMS, one second update time, four quadrant power
and energy
Accuracy Class 0.5Sas per IEC 62052-11, 62053-22
Auxiliary supply 44 to 300 VAC/DC CAT III
(Control power)* 50/60 Hz
Input voltage Four voltage inputs (V1, V2, V3, VN)
IEC: 80 to 480 V-LL (50 to 277 V-LN) CAT III
80 to 600 V-LL (50 to 350 V-LN) CAT II
UL: 80 to 600 V-LL

Input current** Current inputs (A1, A2, A3);

(Energy measurement) 5 A Class 0.5S: 5 mA (starting) to 6 A
1 A Class 0.5S: 1 mA (starting) to 1.2 A
Frequency 45 to 65 Hz

Burden Voltage and current input < 0.2 VA per phase

Auxiliary supply (Control power) < 3 VA at 240 V, 5 VA Max
< 2 W at 300 V DC
Overload 5 A meter: 10 A max continuous, 50 A for 5 sec/hr, 120 A for
1 sec/hr
1 A meter: 2 A max continuous, 10 A for 5 sec/hr, 24 A for
1 sec/hr
Display and resolution Alphanumeric LED display; RMS: Four digits; INTG: Eight
digits

Standards - Measurement category III,

Pollution Degree 2,
- Double insulation at user-accessible area

Communication RS-485 serial channel connection Industry standard Modbus

(optional) RTU protocol

Environmental Operating temperature: -10 °C to 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)

Storage temperature: -25 °C to +70 °C (-13 °F to 158 °F)
Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Altitude ≤ 2000m

Weight 400 gms approx, unpacked

500 gms approx, shipping
EM6435 conforms to Emission : CISPR22 Class A; Fast Transient: 4kV IEC
61000-4-4; Surge withstand: IEC 61000-4-5;
Damped Oscillatory: IEC 61000-4-12; ESD: IEC 61000-4- 2;

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Impulse voltage: 6 kV, IEC 60060, 1.2/50 µs

Protection against dust Front display – IP 51;

and water Meter body – IP 40 Excluding terminals

NOTE: Universal CT range is applicable for Class 1 & Class 0.5 meters where CT secondary of
1 A or 5 A is field-programmable.
For Class 0.5S & Class 0.2 meters, CT secondary rating (1 A or 5 A) should be specified while
ordering.

* Auxiliary voltage should not exceed 300 V AC/DC.

** Additional error of 0.05% of full scale, for energy meter input current below 100mA for 5A
and below 20mA for 1A.

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Chapter 2: Safety Precautions

This section contains important safety precautions that must be followed
before attempting to install, service, or maintain electrical equipment.
Carefully read and follow the safety precautions outlined below.

HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH

• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical
work practices. In the USA, see NFPA 70E.
• Only qualified electrical workers should install this equipment. Such work should be
performed only after reading this entire set of instructions.
• If the equipment is not used in a manner specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
• NEVER work alone.
• Before performing visual inspections, tests, or maintenance on this equipment,
disconnect all sources of electric power. Assume that all circuits are live until they
have been completely de-energized, tested, and tagged. Pay particular attention to
the design of the power system. Consider all sources of power, including the
possibility of back feeding.
• Turn off all power supplying the energy meter and the equipment in which it is
installed before working on it.
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm that all power is off.
• Before closing all covers and doors, inspect the work area for tools and objects that
may have been left inside the equipment.
• When removing or installing panels do not allow them to extend into the energized
bus.
• The successful operation of this equipment depends upon proper handling,
installation, and operation. Neglecting fundamental installation requirements may
lead to personal injury as well as damage to electrical equipment or other property.
• NEVER bypass external fusing.
• NEVER short the secondary of a PT.
• NEVER open circuit a CT; use the shorting block to short circuit the leads of the CT
before removing the connection from the energy meter.
• Before performing Dielectric (Hi-Pot) or Megger testing on any equipment in which
the energy meter is installed, disconnect all input and output wires to the energy
meter. High voltage testing may damage electronic components contained in the
energy meter.
• The energy meter should be installed in a suitable electrical enclosure.
• RS 485 is safe to access up to 277 L-N / 480 L-L V only. If the voltage is above
277 L-N / 480 L-L V, then switch OFF the input voltage before handling the RS 485
terminal.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury

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Chapter 3: Quick Start Guide

PROG Menu — Setup

• The energy meter must be configured to match the application settings,
before use. Otherwise, the readings will be incorrect.
• All the setup values can be re-programmed at any time, using SET.
However, the settings: SYS (WYE (Star)/Delta/single-phase / 2-Phase),
Vpri, Vsec, Apri, and Asec critically determine the scaling of measured
readings.
• The scaling may be used to reduce the errors in readings due to
Instrument Transformer errors. However, incorrect settings will introduce
errors in readings of other running systems.

HAZARD OF UNINTENDED OPERATION

Only qualified personnel are authorized to set up the energy meter.

Failure to follow this instruction can result in injury or equipment

damage.

You can enter the PROG menu - setup in

• View only mode: To view the set parameters.
• Edit mode: To view or edit set parameters.

Quick Setup – While Powering ON

• This is the easiest way to enter the PROG menu setup.
• To make connections, see “Connection Diagrams” on page 42. Here are
a few tips.

Figure 3-1: Quick setup - connections

3
Use PT2
Use CT1
Use PT3

2
Use PT1
Use CT2

1
Use CT3 Control Power

RS-485

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1. Connect auxiliary supply (control power) 44 to 300 VAC/DC to terminals 12

and 13 in order to power ON the energy meter.
• Keep pressed for two seconds, while powering up the energy meter.
The energy meter enters directly into PROG menu setup and displays
EDIT A.PRI 100.0.
Program the following setup parameters for accurate readings:
• A.pri, A.sec: Set these values to match your CT primary and
secondary values. For example, if your CT Ratio is 200:5, set A.pri =
200.0 and A.sec = 5.000.
• V.pri, V.sec:
• Set these values to match the input voltage VLL of circuit, if the
input voltage < 600 VAC LL. For example, if input voltage = 300
VAC LL, set V.pri = 300.0 and V.sec = 300.0.
• Use potential transformer (PT/VT), if the input voltage > 600 VAC
LL. Set the V.pri and V.sec values to match the primary and
secondary of the PT (VT) respectively. For example, if PT (VT) ratio
is 11 kV: 110, set V.pri = 11.00 k and V.sec = 110.0.
Select one of the following systems according to your wiring
configuration:
• SYS: DLTA for 3-phase 3-wire system
• SYS: WYE/Star for 3-phase 4-wire system
• SYS: 2-phase for 2-phase 3-wire system
• SYS: single-phase for single-phase 2-wire system
2. Connect the current transformers (CTs).

CT1 CT2 CT3

1, 2 3, 4 5, 6

3. Connect the voltage inputs. Use PT (VT), if voltage exceeds 600 VAC LL.

PT1 PT2 PT3 Neutral

8 9 10 11

4. RS 485 terminals

+ve -ve
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Enter Setup Menu in View (Read-Only) Mode

1. From RMS, press . The display shows CLR.

2. Press . The display shows SET.
3. Press . The display shows VIEW.
4. Press . Use and to scroll and view the setup parameters and
their current settings.

Enter Setup Menu in Edit Mode

NOTE: means blinking

2 Means blinking 2

1. From RMS, press . The display shows CLR.

2. Press . The display shows SET.
3. Press . The display shows VIEW.
4. Press . The display shows EDIT. CODE entry is required to enter the
setup menu in edit mode.
5. Press for two seconds. The display shows CODE 2000 with 2 blinking
The factory set code is 1000.
6. Press . The display shows CODE 1000 with 1 blinking.
7. Press once or four times to accept the new CODE value.
The display shows PASS and then EDIT A.PRI 100.0 indicating the
successful entry to the setup menu in edit mode.

Note: If you enter an incorrect code, the display flashes FAIL, and then displays EDIT. Repeat the
procedure and make sure that you enter the correct code.

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Setup Parameters in View and Edit Modes

Note:
BAUD, PRTY, and ID are applicable only for EM6435 energy meters with RS 485
communication option.

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Setup Parameters in View and Edit Modes

(continued)

Note:
BAUD, PRTY, and ID are applicable only for EM6435 energy meters with RS 485
communication option.

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Edit Set Parameters

This example explains how to edit the value of A.PRI from 100.0 to 5000 in
PROG menu setup of the EM6435 energy meter. Then it shows how to save
the value to the setup.

Note: After entering into setup, the energy meter exits from the setup automatically, if there is no
key press for > 2 min.

Edit and Accept Setup

Press four
times

Press four times

NOTE: means blinking

2 Means blinking 2

1. After you have successfully entered setup menu in edit mode, (Refer to
“Enter Setup Menu in Edit Mode” on page 21 for more information) press
. The display shows EDIT A.PRI 100.0 with blinking 1. This indicates
that the value can be edited.
2. Press for four times. The display shows EDIT A.PRI 5.000 with
blinking 5. The value can be edited.
3. Press four times. The display shows EDIT A.PRI 500.0 with blinking
“.”.
4. Press . The display shows EDIT A.PRI 5000. with blinking “.”.
5. Press to accept the new value.
To edit the next parameter, press and repeat the above steps.

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Save the New Value to Setup

NOTE: means blinking

y means blinking y

1. After you edit the parameter as described above, press . The display
shows SAVE y with blinking y.
2. Press or to save the new value. The display flashes PASS and
then shows EDIT.
3. Press to return to SET.

Note: If you do not want to save the new value, press to change the value from SAVE y to
SAVE n in step 1. Then press or . The display flashes FAIL and shows EDIT. Proceed to
step 3.

Edit ID

NOTE: means blinking

y means blinking y

1. From RMS, press . The display shows CLR.

2. Press . The display shows SET.
3. Press . The display shows VIEW.
4. Press . The display shows EDIT.
5. Press for two seconds. The display shows CODE 2000 with 2 blinking.
The factory set CODE is 1000.
6. Press . The display shows CODE 1000 with 1 blinking.
7. Press once or four times to accept the new CODE value.

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The display shows PASS and then EDIT A.PRI 100.0 indicating the
successful entry to the setup menu in edit mode.
8. Press until the display shows EDIT ID 1.000 page.
Press to set the desired EDIT ID value. Press to view the Edit ID
page set with the new values.
NOTE: If you enter a wrong code, the display flashes FAIL and then displays EDIT. Repeat the
procedure and make sure that you enter correct code.

Clear INTG
The energy meter is equipped with energy integrator INTG, where the
energy parameters are accumulated
• INTG CLR: Clear both INTG.

NOTE: means blinking

y means blinking y

INTG Clear
1. From RMS, press . The display shows CLR.
CODE entry is required to clear the INTG values.
2. Press for two seconds. The display shows CODE 2000 with blinking
2. The factory set CODE is 1000.
3. Press . The display shows CODE 1000 with blinking 1.
4. Press once or four times to accept the new value.
After the successful CODE entry, the display shows CLR INTG.
5. In order to clear INTG, press . The display shows CLR INTG y with
blinking y.
6. Press to clear INTG. The display flashes PASS and then CLR
INTG.
7. Press . The display shows CLR.
8. Press to return to RMS page.

Note: If you do not want to clear the integrators, press to change the value from CLR
INTG y to CLR INTG n in step 5. Then press . The display flashes FAIL and then show
CLR INTG. Proceed to step 7.

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Chapter 4: AC Power Measurement

3-Phase Systems
A 3-phase system delivers higher levels of power for industrial and
commercial applications. The three phases correspond to three potential
lines. A 120° phase shift exists between the three potential lines.
A typical configuration has either a Delta connection or a Wye (Star)
connection.

In a 3-phase system, the voltage levels between the phases and the neutral
are ideally defined by V1 = V2 = V3 = V12 / √3 = V23 / √3 = V31 / √3. In
practice, there will be some unbalance (difference).
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Voltages between the phases vary, depending on loading factors and the
quality of distribution transformers.

Power measurement in a poly-phase system is governed by Blondel's

Theorem. Blondel’s Theorem states that, in a power distribution network,
which has N conductors, the number of measurement elements required to
determine power is N-1. A typical configuration of a poly-phase system has
either a Delta connection or a Wye (Star) connection (see the Figure below).
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Where EAB= Voltage across points A and B

ECB= Voltage across points C and B
EAN= Voltage across points A and N (Neutral)
EBN= Voltage across points B and N (Neutral)
ECN= Voltage across points C and N (Neutral)
IA = Current through conductor A
IB = Current through conductor B
IC = Current through conductor C

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Consumption and Poor Power Factor

Consumption: Wh = W x T, where W = instantaneous power, T = time in
hours.

The total electric energy usage over a time period is the consumption of Wh.
Typically, the unit in which consumption is specified is the kilowatt-hour
(kWh): one thousand watts consumed over one hour. Utilities use the Wh
equation to determine the overall consumption in a billing period.

Poor power factor: Results in reactive power consumption. Transferring

reactive power over a distribution network causes energy loss. To force
consumers to correct their power factor, utilities monitor reactive power
consumption and penalize the user for poor power factor.

“3D” kVA Measurement

The power meters are equipped with 3D Measurement of kVA. This
advanced method provides the most accurate and predictable measurement
under unbalanced as well as distorted waveform conditions.

However, in case the power meters need to match the reading of older or
simpler power meters, which use the Arithmetic kVA definition, this too is
available as a Setup option.

Table 4-1: “3D” kVA Measurement

kVA Other
Formula Which one?
Function Names
3D Factory
setting
kVA3 D = ∑ W + ∑VAR + ∑ D
2 2 2 U,
Apparent,
Best, all around

Where D = Distortion Power per IEEE 100 Vector kVA

Arth kVA Arth = kVA1 + kVA2 + kVA3 Arithmetic, Good under

Scalar kVA Low unbalance,
to match
simpler meters
without 3D
capability

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Chapter 5: Installation

Mechanical Installation
The EM6435 energy meters are panel-mounted and have reliable, rear-
mounted terminal strips rated at 600 V.
The 92 x 92 mm (3.62 x 3.62 in.) cut-out and 96 x 96 mm (3.78 x 3.78 in.)
bezel dimensions adhere to IEC 61554 and DIN 43700.

The diagram below displays the various dimensions of mechanical

installations.

Figure 5-1: Mechanical dimensions and recommended panel cut-out

83.0 8.0
3.26 0.31

90.0
3.54

96.0
3.78

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Installation Procedure
Usage
First, decide how the energy meter is to be used. If you do not already have
an energy management program in operation, then your energy consultant
should be able to help you identify which load(s) offer maximum savings
potential. This will help you decide which point is to be monitored, from where
the readings will be viewed, who must have access to the instrument and how
often. Otherwise, decide the location of the energy meter and install it. For
best performance, choose a location that provides all the required signals with
minimum wiring lengths.

Panel Considerations and Environment

The energy meter is a high-precision measuring instrument, and its
operating environment is of utmost importance. For maximum performance,
the instrument should be mounted in a dry, dust-free location, away from
heat sources and strong electromagnetic fields. To operate reliably, the
following conditions must be met:

Table 5-1: Environmental Conditions

Description Specification
Storage temperature -25 °C to 70 °C, (-13 °F to 158 °F)
Operating temperature -10 °C to 60 °C, (14 °F to 140 °F)
Relative humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing
Altitude ≤ 2000

The energy meters should be separated from other equipment and sufficient
space must be provided all around for cooling air to rise vertically past the
instrument. The cooling air temperature must be below the specified
operating temperature.

The panel or housing, in which the EM6435 energy meter is mounted,

should protect it from dust, moisture, oil, corrosive vapors, etc.

The panel doors must be easily opened to provide easy access to the
energy meter wiring for troubleshooting. Allow clearance if the unit is going
to swing out, as well as adequate slack in the wiring. Allow space for
terminal blocks, CT shorting blocks, fuses, auxiliary contactors, and other
necessary components.

Viewing
For ease of operation, the location should be preferably at, or slightly above,
eye-level. For viewing comfort, minimize glare and reflections from strong
light sources.

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Mounting
The energy meters are panel mountable.

Table 5-2: Mounting

Description Specification
+0.5 +0.5
Panel cut-out 92 -0 mm (w) x 92 -0 mm(h) IEC 61554 and
DIN 43700
Panel thickness 0.5 to 4.0 mm
Instrumental bezel dimension 96 x 96 mm
Depth behind bezel 83 mm
Mounting clamps screws Two in numbers, Slotted
Terminal screws Combination Phillips and slotted head

The cut-out should be punched with the proper tool and should be free from
burrs. The following figure explains the mounting of the energy meter.

Figure 5-2: Mounting

90° 90°

1
Remove the
mounting clamps
from the power
meter. 2
Gently slide the power meter
through the cut-out.

3
Put the mounting clamps back in the power meter
and tighten the mounting clamps screws.

While supporting the energy meter from the front, tighten both side clamp
screws in a criss-cross pattern till all slack is taken up and then apply one
full turn. Do not over-tighten. Over-tightening could result in breaking of the
clamps.

Note: It is much easier to set up the meter before you mount the energy meter on the panel.
See “Quick setup” on page 19 for more information.

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Electrical Installation
This section describes the following:
• The need for, and selection of, potential transformers (PTs) and current
transformers (CTs).
• Auxiliary supply (control power), PT (VT), and CT connections.

NOTICE
DAMAGE TO THE DEVICE

• Use only the specified tool for tightening and loosening the screw
• Do not over-torque the screw above the specified range

Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

For best results, ensure the following specifications:

• Torque driver preferred, hand screwdriver OK.
• TIP: Phillips head is preferred, but flat head is acceptable. Do not use
Pozidriv tips.

Screw head diameter = 3.5 mm (0.14 in.), TIP shaft diameter < 5 mm
(0.2 in.).
IMPORTANT: Screwdriver shafts inserted angularly or of diameter ≥ 5 mm
(0.2 in.) will get stuck in the cover.
Tightening Torque: 0.25 to 1 N.m (2.21 to 8.85 lb-in)
NOTE: If the torque is more than 1 N.m (8.85 lb-in), then it may damage the screw or the
screw head.
Loosening Torque: 1.2 N.m (10.62 lb-in)

Connecting Cable Recommendations

Table 5-3: Connecting cable

Wire size Current Insulation Temperature
Rating Rating rating
2
Voltage 1.5 - 2.5 mm > 0.1 A
Circuit (16 - 14 AWG)
2 > 600 VAC > 75 °C (167 °F)
Current 1.5 - 2.5 mm > 7.5 A
Circuit (16 - 14 AWG)

NOTE: Installations should include a disconnecting device, like a switch or circuit breaker, with
clear ON/OFF markings to turn-off the auxiliary supply (control power). The disconnecting
device should be placed within the reach of the equipment and the operator.

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Terminal connections using lugs

Terminal connection using U lugs

Lug type: Insulated sleeved U lugs
Cross-section: 1.5 - 2.5 mm2 (16 - 14 AWG)

It is very simple and easy to connect the terminals using the U lugs. The
following steps explain how to connect the energy meter terminals using U
lugs.
1 2 3

1. Loosen the terminal screw.

2. Connect the wire with the U lug to the energy meter terminal.
3. Tighten the terminal screw.

Terminal connections using ring lugs

Lug type: Ring lugs
Cross-section: 1.5 - 2.5 mm2 (16 - 14 AWG)

To connect the terminals using ring lugs, follow the steps explained below.
1 2 3

4 5

1. Remove the protective cover from the energy meter.

2. Remove the terminal screw from the energy meter.
3. Connect the wire with the ring lug to the energy meter terminal.
4. Place the terminal screw back in the terminal and tighten the terminal
screw.
5. Place the protective cover back and tighten the protective cover.

Note:
• The above example explains connection for only one terminal. In order to connect the
other terminals, repeat the steps 2, 3, and 4 for number of terminals required. Then
proceed to the remaining steps.
• To Disassemble the meter, refer to “To Disassemble” on page 63.

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Auxiliary Supply (Control Power)

The EM6435 energy meter requires a single-phase AC/DC auxiliary (control)
power supply to power up its internal electronic circuitry. External surge
suppressors are necessary in the auxiliary supply circuit for proper operation
during extreme surge conditions, where the voltage surges exceed the
auxiliary supply limits (for example, rural areas and outlying areas prone to
lightning strikes).
Range:
• 44 to 300 VAC/DC.
• Burden (load) < 3 VA at 240 V.
• The control power may be derived from the voltage signals.
• If you have a 440 V 3-wire delta system and a reliable neutral is not
available, use a 440 V: 240 V supply transformer to provide the standard
240 V auxiliary supply.

Note: It is much easier to set up the meter before you mount the meter on the panel. See
“Quick setup” on page 19 for more information.

PTs (VTs) and CTs

Large electrical installations have high voltages and currents, which may
exceed the direct connection rating of the energy meter. In this case,
potential transformers (PTs) and current transformers (CTs) are used to
precisely step down or reduce the voltage and current levels to suit the
energy meter rating. Potential transformers usually have a full scale output
of 110 VAC RMS line-line and current transformers usually have a full scale
output of 5 A or sometimes 1 A.

The PTs (VTs) and CTs must be planned, installed, and tested by a qualified
electrical contractor before wiring the energy meter. The accuracy of the
measurement also depends on the accuracy of the PTs (VTs) and CTs.
Instrument class 1 or better PTs and CTs are recommended. Do not use
protection class (10P10, etc.) CTs to feed the energy meters; they have
poor accuracy and phase characteristics.
Ensure that the CT Primary rating has been selected so that your normal load
variation lies between 40% and 80% of its full scale. If your CT is over-rated,
e.g., if the load is always less than 10% of the CT primary rating, then the
accuracy suffers. On the other hand, if the CT is under-rated, then you may
exceed its full-scale. As a result, both the CT and the energy meter will burn
out.

PT (VT), CT Wiring
The PTs (VTs) and CTs must have adequate VA rating to support the
burden (loading) on the secondaries. You may want to support the auxiliary
supply burden from one of the PTs (VTs). CT wiring can impose additional
burden (loading) on the CT. For example, if the CT has a 5 A secondary and
the wire resistance is 1.0 Ω, then the CT has to support an additional burden
of 5 VA. If the wiring distance from the CT secondary is greater than stated
in Table 5-5 on page 41, then the CT could get over-burdened and give
large errors. Choosing a 1 A CT secondary can reduce this error. The CT
secondary value must be user programmed into the energy meter.

The energy meters should be conveniently located for easy connections of

voltage (PT), current (CT) signals, and auxiliary (control) supply.

Note: The energy meter’s user programmable PT and CT primary or secondary settings may be
utilized to Calibrate out the PT and CT amplitude error, for improved accuracy.

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Voltage Signal Connections

For proper energy meter operation, the voltage connection must be
maintained. The voltage must correspond to the correct terminal. The cable
required to terminate the voltage sense circuit should have an insulation
rating greater than 600 VAC and a current rating greater than 0.1 A.
There are four input voltage terminals marked V1, V2, V3, and Vn. See the
connection diagrams that follow, for details. For Delta connection, the Vn
terminal should be left unconnected.

PT Connections
The energy meters directly accept LV voltage inputs of up to 600 VAC RMS
line to line (347 VLN). Voltages greater than this, typically HV systems,
must be connected through Potential transformers (PTs). The energy meters
allow user programming of both PT primary and secondary voltages.
• User programmable PT primary range: 0.1 to 999 kVAC RMS LL
• User programmable PT secondary range: 80 to 601 VAC RMS LL
• Energy meter voltage Input burden: < 0.2 VA per input

Note: The PT primary and secondary values must be user programmed before using the
energy meter. Otherwise, the readings will be incorrect.

Selecting the voltage fuses

We strongly recommend using fuses on each of the sense voltages (except
for neutral) and the control / auxiliary power.

Table 5-4: Fuse recommendation

Power Source Source voltage Fuse

Line voltage 80 to 600 VLL 250mA, 600V AC, fast-
acting type
Auxiliary supply (Control 44 to 300 VAC/DC 250mA, 300V AC/DC,
power) fast-acting type

Current Signal Connections

The energy meter accepts up to 6 A AC RMS per channel directly. Above
that, a current transformer must be interposed to scale down the current.
There are three pairs of current input terminals marked A1, A2, and A3.
Each pair of input terminals is labeled as S1, S2 and has an arrow indicating
the direction of current flow. For proper measurements, the phase
identification, and the polarity of the current signals must be correct. The
forward flow (import by consumer) current direction must be into the S1
terminal and the exit from the S2 terminal. Maintain the correct sequence
and polarity to avoid incorrect readings.

Any unused current input terminals must be shorted together, e.g., in Delta
connection, the terminals A2 (S1, S2) must be shorted together. The shorted
terminals do not need to be grounded.

The wiring used for the current inputs should have an insulation rating
greater than 600 VAC. The cable connection should be rated for 7.5 A or
greater and have a cross-sectional area of 1.5 - 2.5 mm2 (16 - 14 AWG)
minimum.

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CT Connections
Mount the current transformers (CTs) as close as possible to the energy
meter for best accuracy. The following table illustrates the maximum
recommended distances for various CT sizes, assuming the connection is
via 1.5 - 2.5 mm2 (16 - 14 AWG) cable.

Table 5-5: CT size and maximum distance

Maximum Distance in metres (in feet/inch)

5 A CT size
(CT to EM6435 energy meter)
2.5 VA 3.05 m (10 ft/120 in.)
5.0 VA 4.6 m (15 ft/181 in,)
7.5 VA 9.15 m (30 ft/360 in.)
10.0 VA 12.2 m (40 ft/480 in.)
15.0 VA 18.3 m (60 ft/720 in.)
30.0 VA 36.6 m (120 ft/1441 in.)
• User programmable CT primary range: 1 A to 99 kA AC.
• CT secondary: 1 A or 5 A AC (programmable)
Other values are also programmable to compensate CT errors if desired.
• Energy meters CT burden: 0.2 VA maximum per input.

See the “PROG menu — Setup” on page 19 for more information.

Note:
The PT primary and secondary values must be user programmed before using the energy
meter. Otherwise, the readings will be incorrect.
With dual- range CTs; select the best range for programming the energy meter. If you change
the range thereafter without re-programming the energy meter, the energy meter will read
erroneous values.

CT Polarity
When the energy meter is connected using the CTs, you must maintain
correct CT polarities. CT polarities are dependent upon correct connections
of CT leads, and upon the direction the CTs are facing when clamped
around conductors. The dot on the CT must face the line side; the
corresponding secondary connection must connect to the appropriate input
on the energy meter.

Failure to connect CTs properly results in inaccurate power readings. If your

energy meter is not reading power properly, it is more than likely that the CT
is incorrectly wired. If one or two CTs are reversed, then energy parameters
accumulate only one phase value. If two or all the phases of the CT are
reversed, energy will not accumulate. (Energy import will not be measured).

CT Connection Reversal
To check the polarity of the CT after the energy meter has been installed,
simply look at the phase-wise W (Watt) readings to see that each of the
readings are positive (assuming you are consuming power). If one of the W
readings is negative, that particular phase CT is reversed and must be
corrected. On the other hand if you are exporting power, all three phase-
wise W readings must be negative.

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Setup — System Type

The energy meter needs to know the type of system to which it is
connected. This information is programmed in the setup procedure, before
using the energy meter. The energy meter does allow you to change this
setting while it is running; however, this capability is meant for correcting a
gross error, or for training or educational purposes; it is not to be changed
on a regular basis. The options are as following:

• Wye/Star: For 3-phase 4-wire, three Watt-meter or three Element

circuits. Here, all three voltage phase signals, the neutral voltage
connection, and all three current input signals need to be wired in. This
means all the four voltage terminals, and six current terminals described in
the following section, need to be wired. For wye/star wiring configuration,
see “3-phase 4-wire WYE connection with 3 CTs and 3 PTs” on page 42
for more information.
• Delta: For 3-phase 3-wire, two Watt-meter or two Element circuits. For
delta and open delta wiring configuration, see “3-phase 3-wire Delta
connection with 2 CTs and 3 PTs” and “3-Phase 3-Wire Open Delta
connection with 2 CTs and 2 PTs” on page 43 for more information.
• 2-phase: For 2-phase 3-wire, two Watt-meter or two Element circuits.
Here, the two voltage phase signals, the neutral voltage connection, and
two current input signals need to be wired in. This means that the three
voltage terminals and four current terminals described in the following
section, need to be wired. For two phase wiring configuration, see
“2-phase 3-wire connection with 2 CTs” on page 44 for more information.
• Single-phase: For single-phase 2-wire, one Watt-meter or one Element
circuits. Here a single voltage Phase signal, the neutral voltage
connection, and a single current input signal need to be wired in. This
means that two voltage terminals and one current terminal described in the
following section need to be wired. For Single phase wiring configuration,
see “Single phase connection with 1 CT” on page 44 for more information.

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Phase Labels
The phase labels shown on the display are programmable via the energy
meters front panel PROG menu. You can setup the meter to display phase
labels convenient to your practice. The choices available are: 123 (factory
set), RYB, RST, PQR, ABC.

Connection Diagrams
Choose the diagram below that best describes your application. You must
ensure that the CT phase and corresponding PT phase are identical and
that the CT polarity is correct. Follow the outlined procedure to verify correct
connection.

Connection Diagram Symbols

Table 5-6: Connection diagrams symbols

Symbol Description
Fuse

Current transformer

3-phase 4-wire WYE connection

Direct voltage connection for the input voltages L-L up to 600 VAC.
Otherwise use three PTs.

Figure 5-3: 3-phase 4-wire WYE connection

Note:
Make sure WYE/Star is programmed in the energy meter PROG menu- Setup.
For High – leg (US connection)
L1 – N = 120 V
L2 – N = 208 V
L3 – N = 120 V

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3-phase 3-wire delta connection

Direct voltage connection for the input voltages L-L up to 600 VAC.
Otherwise use three PTs

Figure 5-4: 3-phase 3-wire delta connection

Note: Make sure Delta is programmed in the energy meter PROG menu- setup. Leave the Vn
terminal disconnected.

3-phase 3-wire open delta connection

Direct voltage connection for the input voltages L-L up to 600 VAC.
Otherwise use two PTs.

Figure 5-5: 3-phase 3-wire open delta connection

Note: Make sure Delta is programmed in the energy meter PROG menu-setup.

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2-phase 3-wire connection

Direct voltage connection for the input voltages L-L up to 600 VAC.
Otherwise use two PTs.

Figure 5-6: 2-phase 3-wire connection

Note: Make sure 2-phase is programmed in the energy meter PROG menu- setup.

Single-phase connection
Direct voltage connection for the input voltages L-L up to 600 VAC.
Otherwise use one PT.
1. Program the energy meter in single-phase mode.
However, voltages primary and secondary need to be programmed as
Line to Line.
2. Connect the voltage and current inputs only to the V1 and A1 voltage
and current terminals of the energy meter.
3. The unused current terminals (A2 and A3) must be shorted together to
reduce noise picked up in the energy meter.
4. However, the energy parameter readings will be accurate.

Figure 5-7: Single-phase connection

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Chapter 6: Data Communication

This section is applicable only for EM6435 energy meters with RS 485
communication option.

Float Byte Register

Float Byte Characteristics:
• Block wise access.
• If Read and Write values are matching, then it means the float byte
sequence is in sync with the master.
• The float byte number is fixed.

Table 6-1: Float Byte Test Sequence Register

Addr: 320-321 Data Type Description Property
(2 registers)
4030201.0 Float Before starting the Normal Read and Write.
communication, you
must write this number
and read.

Note:
• If any other write value is given as input other than the mentioned write value in the
above table, then the meter will give a data exception response.
• If you do not want the default value, you can always set the desired values in the Edit
page.

Health Check Register

Health Check Register Characteristics:
• Normal Read Only.
• 16bit UNIT.
• Identifies the meter existence in the network.

Table 6-2: Health Check Register

Addr: 0304 Data Type Description Property
(1 register)
Model Type UNIT16 To identify the meter Normal Read.
presence in the network.

Float Byte Order Detection

Float Byte Order Detection Characteristics:
• Normal Read Only.
• 16bit UNIT.
• Identifies the float byte order in the meter.

Table 6-3: Float Byte Order Detection

Addr: 0306 Data Type Description Property
(1 register)
Model Type UNIT16 To identify the float byte order in the Normal Read.
meter.

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RS 485 Data Port

Data Port Advantages:
• Rapid, on-line, real time readings
• Allows the use of your own SCADA software or PLC.
• Allows the use of Schneider Electric energy management software
products such as Vijeo Citect, PowerLogic SCADA for pinpointing energy
usage and waste.
• It supports ION™ enterprise.
• Allows the use of Data port has built-in impedance matched design for low
reflectance on long data cables at high Baud rates. Eliminates need for
complicated impedance matching resistors at the ends of long data cables.
• Fast 16 ms energy meter response, average time to read 10 parameters is
90 to 100 ms (9600 Baud, Even parity, One stop bit).
• Direct reading, pre-scaled Float readings. Accurate, full precision low and
high readings. No need for additional scaling factors or decimal
adjustment.
• Fast, easy-to-use grouping of parameters tuned for field requirements.
• TURBO area for single point polling (up to 50 per query).
• Block area for even faster access to pre-configured data blocks.

Installation
Figure 6-1: 2-wire half duplex communication connection

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Figure 6-2: Closed loop, 2-wire half duplex.

Advantage – Reliable communications, tolerant to one break in the
cable.

Communication Capabilities
Table 6-3: RS 485 communication distances
Baud Rate Maximum communication distances 1 to 32 devices
Meters
9600 1200
19200 900

Note: Distances listed should be used as guide only and cannot be guaranteed for non-
Schneider Electric devices. Above distances subject to vary based on the quality of the cable.

Daisy-chaining Devices to the Energy Meter

RS 485 slave port allows the energy meter to be connected in a daisy chain
with up to 31 2-wire devices. In this bulletin, communications link refers to a
chain of devices that are connected by a communications cable. See
Figure 6-3.

Figure 6-3: Daisy-chaining 2-wire devices

MCT2W-485 terminator
on the last device of
the daisy chain

+ -
Towards PC
EM6435 power or other Schneider Electric 2-wire compatible devices
• If the energy meter is the first device on the daisy chain, connect it to the

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host device using a RS 232 to RS 422/RS 485 converter or RS 485 to

Ethernet converter.
• If the energy meter is the last device on the daisy chain, terminate it with
the terminator provided.
• See “Table 6-3” on page 47, for the maximum daisy-chain communications
distances for 2-wire devices.
• The terminal’s voltage and current ratings are compliant with the
requirements of the EIA RS 485 communications standard.
Note: For better performance, Schneider Electric recommends the use of SWG 100 % shielded
cable with low resistance (Belden or Lapp).

Data Formats and Settings

Your SCADA software must be configured for Modbus RTU communication,
before integrating the Schneider Electric EM6435 energy meter.
The mode of transmission is defined in the following which is compatible
with Modbus RTU Mode:

Table 6-4: Energy meter communication and protocol settings

Energy meter communication settings

Protocol Modbus RTU
Data bits 8
Baud rate 9600 Baud, User set to 19200
Range: 4800, 9600, 19200
Normal use: 19200 Baud
Noisy, EMI, RFI, long data cable: 4800 Baud
Short cable (< 300 meters or 975 feet): 19200 Baud

Parity Even
Device Address 1

Stop bit 1
Modbus Protocol
Device Address 1 to 247
Upto 247 meters per COM port with repeaters

Function Code 03 (Read)

Data Address Refer to “Data Address” on page 52 , for more information
Data type 32-bit float (real) :
• All parameters.
• Direct reading, little-endian float, big-endian float, no scaling
required 32-bit unsigned integer
• RunSec (Run seconds – Integ Block)

No of Registers 2 to 50 (optional) per energy meter data block of 10 x 32 bit values

must be configured to suit the energy meter

NOTE: The polling interval to retrieve the data from the EM6435 energy meter will depend on
the baud rate. Schneider Electric recommends a polling interval of one second at the 9600
Baud rate.

Modbus Standard Device Identification

Addressing the Modbus standard device identification

You can use Modbus command 0x2B/0x0E on these device identification

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parameters.
Table 6-5: Modbus standard device identification parameters
Object ID Object Name Format Access

00 Manufacturer name String R

01 Product code String R
02 FW Version String R

Note:
• The Read device identification can be read as stream access and as individual access.
• The product code is the same file name without version number.

Parameter Settings for Different SCADA Software

The following table explains how to read the parameter VA (See “Individual
parameter address” on page 52 for more information) in different Modbus
master software/PLC’s.

Table 6-6: Parameter settings

SL. SCADA software Start Function No. of Data Type Remarks
No Address Code Register
1 ION™ Enterprise 43901 Internally 2 Swapped Float Direct
configured conversion
2 PowerLogic 43901 Internally 2 Real Direct
SCADA configured conversion
3 Vijeo Citect 43901 Internally 2 Real Direct
configured conversion
4 Intouch 43901 F Nil 2 Float Direct
conversion
5 Modscan 3901 03 – 2 Floating point Unswapped FP
(Master) HOLDING mode
REGISTERS
6 MODTEST 43901 03 – Points -1 Float-
Rosemount Rosemount
7 CIMPLICITY 43901 Nil 100 Real Direct
conversion. The
array concept
can be used
here to poll all
the data in
single scan.
8 Allenbradly – 43901 03-HOLDING 2 Floating point Direct
Micrologix PLC REGISTERS
(Slave/Master)
9 GE Fanuc PLC 43901 03-HOLDING 2 Real Direct
REGISTERS
10 ABB RTU 560 Index-3900 03- Read Query MFI – Analog Under sub
(Mater) HOLDING Range - 2 measured parameters,
REGISTERS Floating value “Sign and
Exponent in
First Register”
should be
disabled
(Unchecked)
11 SIEMENS PLC 3900 03-HOLDING 2 Real Direct
(Master) REGISTERS
12 MOVICON 43901 Nil 2 Real Direct
13 RSVIEW 43901 03-HOLDING 2 Real Direct
REGISTERS
14 ABB Microscada 3900 Format – 9 Interval – 2 Real Direct

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Communication Test
Communication test: The EM6435 energy meter can be successfully used
for communication using Modscan software as Modbus master in PC.
Details of the settings in Modscan are given below.
Settings in Modscan v3.D05-00 software to establish communication
with energy meters:
• Free download demo Modscan software from http://www.win-tech.com.
• The following explains how to read apparent power total (VA total) from
register 3901.

1. After starting the Modscan, to read Apparent power total (VA total), enter
address as 3901 (decimal), length as 2, device ID as 1, Modbus point
type as 03, and HOLDING REGISTER.
2. Modify the connection details: Click connection > connect, to see the
connection detail window. Change all the settings to match the
following screen. These are default settings of the energy meter.

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3. Set the Modbus protocol selections: On Connection details window

(shown in previous step), click on Protocol Selections. Enter the
protocol settings as shown below and click OK in all the windows.

4. The Modscan software starts polling the configured COM port for the
Device ID 1.
Modscan Demo software will stop polling after 3.5 minutes.

This shows that the energy meter is communicating with the Modbus
Modscan master software successfully on the PC. The energy meter is
Modbus RTU compliant.

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Data Address
The EM6435 energy meter supports the transfer of whole block and also of
individual data values (two registers are used for storing single data values).
• In the transfer of individual data values, it treats two registers as an object
with the starting address (e.g., 3900) considered as the object name. This
enables you to transfer required data values for energy management.
• In the transfer of the whole block, it basically treats each block as an object
with the starting address (e.g., 3000) considered as the object name. This
enables fast block transfers, since energy management usually requires a
block of related readings for the same point of time. This method also
eliminates time-skew within readings of that block.
• The device address, block start address, number of registers, must be
configured to suit the energy meter. You must also make the related
SCADA settings for polling priority, logging, and viewing the data. Refer
your SCADA software instructions to learn how to do this.

Individual Parameter Address:

• Function Code: 03 Read
• No scaling required
• Read as block or individual parameters

Table 6-7: Individual parameter address

Parameter Description Address Type

A Current average 3913 Float
A1 Current, phase 1 3929 Float
A2 Current, phase 2 3943 Float
A3 Current, phase 3 3957 Float
VLL Line to line average voltage 3909 Float
V12 Voltage phase 1 to phase 2 3925 Float
V23 Voltage phase 2 to phase 3 3939 Float
V31 Voltage phase 3 to phase 1 3953 Float
V1 Voltage phase 1 to neutral 3927 Float
V2 Voltage phase 2 to neutral 3941 Float
V3 Voltage phase 3 to neutral 3955 Float
W Active power, total 3903 Float
W1 Active power, phase 1 3919 Float
W2 Active power, phase 2 3933 Float
W3 Active power, phase 3 3947 Float
VAR Reactive power, total 3905 Float
VAR1 Reactive power, phase 1 3921 Float
VAR2 Reactive power, phase 2 3935 Float
VAR3 Reactive power, phase3 3949 Float
PF Power factor average 3907 Float
PF1 Power factor, phase 1 3923 Float
PF2 Power factor, phase 2 3937 Float
PF3 Power factor, phase 3 3951 Float

F Frequency, Hz 3915 Float

FwdWh Forward active energy 3961 Float
FwdVARh Forward reactive inductive energy 3963 Float
FwdVARh Forward reactive capacitive energy 3965 Float
RevWh Reverse active energy 3969 Float
RevVARh Reverse reactive inductive Energy 3971 Float
RevVARh Reverse reactive capacitive Energy 3973 Float

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Block Parameter Address

Total RMS Block:
• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-8: Total RMS block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3001 Float -

W Active power, total 3003 Float 

VAR Reactive power, total 3005 Float 

PF Average PF 3007 Float 

VLL Average line to line voltage 3009 Float 

VLN Average line to neutral voltage 3011 Float 

A Average current 3013 Float 

F Frequency, Hz 3015 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3017 Long -

Reserved Reserved 3019 Long -

R phase RMS Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-9: R phase RMS block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3031 Float -
W1 Active power, phase1 3033 Float 
VAR1 Reactive power, phase1 3035 Float 
PF1 Power factor, phase1 3037 Float 
V12 Voltage phase1 to phase2 3039 Float 
V1 Voltage phase1 to neutral 3041 Float 
A1 Current, phase1 3043 Float 
F1 Frequency, Hz 3045 Float 
Reserved Reserved 3047 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3049 Long -

Y phase RMS Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

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Table 6-10: Y phase RMS block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3061 Float -
W2 Active power, phase 2 3063 Float 
VAR2 Reactive power, phase 2 3065 Float 

PF2 Power factor, phase 2 3067 Float 

V23 Voltage phase 2 to phase 3 3069 Float 

V2 Voltage phase 2 to neutral 3071 Float 

A2 Current, phase 2 3073 Float 
F2 Frequency, Hz 3075 Float 
Reserved Reserved 3077 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3079 Long -

B phase RMS Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-11: B phase RMS block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3091 Float -
W3 Active power, phase 3 3093 Float 
VAR3 Reactive power, phase 3 3095 Float 
PF3 Power factor, phase 3 3097 Float 
V31 Voltage phase 3 to phase 1 3099 Float 
V3 Voltage phase 3 to neutral 3101 Float 
A3 Current, phase 3 3103 Float 
F3 Frequency, Hz 3105 Float 
Reserved Reserved 3107 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3109 Long -

Forward Integrated Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-12: Forward integrated block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3121 Float -
FwdWh Forward active energy 3123 Float 
FwdVARh Forward reactive inductive energy 3125 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3127 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3129 Float -
FwdVARh Forward reactive capacitive energy 3131 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3133 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3135 Float -

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Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3137 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3139 Long -

Reverse Integrated Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-13: Reverse integrated block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3151 Float -
RevWh Reverse active energy 3153 Float 
RevVARh Reverse reactive inductive energy 3155 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3157 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3159 Float -
RevVARh Reverse reactive capacitive energy 3161 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3163 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3165 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3167 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3169 Long -

Total Integrated Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-14: Total integrated block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3181 Float -
TotWh Total active energy 3183 Float 
TotVARh Total reactive inductive energy 3185 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3187 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3189 Float -
TotVARh Total reactive capacitive energy 3191 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3193 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3195 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3197 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3199 Long -

Old Forward Integrated Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

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Table 6-15: Old forward integrated block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3122 Float -
OldFwdWh Old forward active energy 3124 Float 
OldFwdVARh Old forward reactive inductive energy 3126 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3128 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3130 Float -
OldFwdVARh Old forward reactive capacitive energy 3132 Float 
Reserved Reserved 3134 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3136 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3138 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3140 Long -

Old Reverse Integrated Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-16: Old reverse integrated block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435
Reserved Reserved 3152 Float -

OldRevWh Old reverse active energy 3154 Float 

OldRevVARh Old reverse reactive inductive energy 3156 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3158 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3160 Float -
OldRevVARh Old reverse reactive capacitive energy 3162 Float 

Reserved Reserved 3164 Float -

Reserved Reserved 3166 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3168 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3170 Long -

Old Total Integrated Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 20
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-17: Old total integrated block

Parameter Description Address Type EM

6435

Reserved Reserved 3182 Float -

OldTotWh Old total active energy 3184 Float 
OldTotVARh Old total reactive inductive energy 3186 Float 
Reserved Reserved 3188 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3190 Float -
OldTotVARh Old total reactive capacitive energy 3192 Float 
Reserved Reserved 3194 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3196 Float -
Reserved Reserved 3198 Long -
Reserved Reserved 3200 Long -

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Setup Block:
• Function Code: 03H Read, 10H Write
• Number of registers: 40/42
• No scaling required
• Read and write as block only

Table 6-18: Setup block

Parameter Description Address Type Range Default EM6435
Value
A.Pri Current primary 0101 Float 1.0 to 99 k 100.0 

A.Sec Current secondary 0103 Float 1.0 to 6.5 5.0 - 5A 

meter
1.0 - 1A
meter
V.Pri Voltage primary 0105 Float 100.0 to 999 415.0 
k

V.Sec Voltage secondary 0107 Float 50.00 to 415.0 

601.0

SYS System 0109 Float 2.0 to 6.0 3.0 

Configuration 2.0 – Delta
3.0 – Star
4.0 – Wye
5.0 – 2 Ph
6.0 – 1 Ph
LABL Phase Labeling 0111 Float 0.0 to 4.0 0.0 
0.0 – 123
1.0 – ABC
2.0 – RST
3.0 – PQR
4.0 – RYB
VA.Fn VA Function selection 0113 Float 0.0 to 1.0 0.0 
0.0 – 3D
1.0 – Arth

D.SEL Demand Selection 0115 Float 0.0 to 1.0 0.0 -

0.0 – Auto
1.0 – User
D.PAR Demand Parameter 0117 Float 0.0 to 2.0 0.0 -
0.0 – VA
1.0 – W
2.0 - A
D.PRD Demand Period 0119 Float 1.0 to 6.0 3.0 -
1.0 – 5 Min
2.0 – 10 Min
3.0 – 15 Min
4.0 – 20 Min
5.0 – 25 Min
6.0 – 30 Min
BAUD Baud rate 0121 Float 3.0 to 5.0 5.000 
3.0 – 4800
4.0 – 9600
5.0 – 19200
PRTY Parity and stop bit 0123 Float 0.0 to 5.0 0.0 
0.0 – Even 1
1.0 – Even 2
2.0 – Odd 1
3.0 – Odd 2
4.0 – No 1
5.0 – No 2
ID Unit ID 0125 Float 1.0 to 247.0 1.000 

F.S% % Full scale 0127 Float 1 to 100 100.0 

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Parameter Description Address Type Range Default EM6435

Value
OFLO Over flow parameter 0129 Float 0.0 and 3.0 2.0 –Wh E -
selection 0.0 – Wh
1.0-VAh
2.0 – Wh E
3.0 -VAh E
POLE Number of poles for 0131 Float 1.0 to 8.0 2.0 -
RPM 1.0 – 2 (4 poles)
2.0 - 4
3.0 – 6
4.0 - 8
5.0 – 10
6.0 - 12
7.0 – 14
8.0 - 16
PWD Password 0133 Float 1000.0 1000.0 -
PAR Parameter Selection 0135 Float 1.0 to 2.0 2.0 -
1.0 – Vah
2.0 - Wh
Reserved Reserved 0137 Float 0-9 & A-y 4126.0 -
except x (U G)
Reserved Reserved 0139 Float 0 to 100mA 1mA – -
1A meter
5mA -
5A meter
F.SEQ Float byte sequences 0141 Float 1.0 to 2.0 
1.0 – 4321
2.0 – 2143

Note:
For efficient communication setup, read the setup parameters first and then edit the
required setup parameter value.

Clear Block:
• Function Code: 10H Write
• Number of registers: 2
• No scaling required
• Write as block only

Table 6-19: Clear block

Parameter Description Address Type Range

CLR_INTG_ INTG and setting up the 0311 Long 1- INTG

SETDEFAULT setup default 256 - Setup
default

Note:
For setup default, the energy meter will send an exception for values other than 256.

Model Info Block:

• Function Code: 03H Read
• Number of registers: 14
• No scaling required
• Read as block only

Table 6-20: Model Info Block

Parameter Description Address Type Range

Reserved Reserved 0081 Long
Reserved Reserved 0083 Long
Model Version Model, Options and version 0085 Long Bits 30 to 24 for model
numbers number;

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Bits 23 to 16 for options

Bits 15 to 0 for version
number
E.g., PM1200 model no is
22
Reserved Reserved 0087 Long
Reserved Reserved 0089 Long
Reserved Reserved 0091 Long

Reserved Reserved 0093 Long

Model

Register Details
This section explains about the model register and helps you to understand
the model number, version number, and options.
The following figure explains how the bits are organized in the model
register.

Figure 6-4: Bits in model register

MSB LSB

31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

30 – 24 23 – 16 15 – 0
Model No Options Version No

Meter Model and Number: The following table bitwise explanation for
Meter model and number.

Table 6-21: Meter model and number

Meter Model Model Number Model Number Option bit wise
5A Meter 1A Meter
EM6435 26(0x1A) 154 (0x9A)

Interpretation of firmware version number: The following steps clearly

explain how to interpret the firmware (FW) version number.
1. Convert the hexadecimal values both MSB and LSB into decimal values.
2. Apply the formula ((MSB*256) +LSB).
3. The resulting value will be 30400 for the hexadecimal value 0x76 0xC0.
4. Insert a 0 before the result and parse it from the right with two digits each.
5. The result will be the FW version = 03.05.01.

Table 6-23: Firmware version interpretation

MSB LSB

Hexadecimal 0x76 0xC0

Decimal 118 192

VALUE=((MSB*256)+LSB) 30400

FW Version 03.05.01

Note: Firmware version representation only. To determine your energy meter’s present
firmware version, refer the diagnostic page in the energy meter. See “EM6435 energy meter
menu hierarchy”, on page 27 to navigate through the diagnostic page.

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NOTE:
• Most of the reserved and unavailable parameters return zero value.
• The SCADA software must support register blocks consisting of different data types (integers
and floats) to transfer of whole block.
• Each Modbus register size is 16 bits. All the energy meter readings are 32 bits. Therefore,
each energy meter reading occupies two consecutive Modbus registers. For example, VA
parameter absolute address is 3901. It occupies both 3901 and 3902 Modbus registers.
• Address configuration: All addresses are in decimal. Some SCADA software supports
Modbus register address instead of absolute register address. In this case add 40000 to the
above address and use it. For example, VA parameter absolute address is 3901. Modbus
address can be 43901 (40000+3901).
• TURBO, and Percentage of Load Blocks: These parameters can be read individually or as a
block
• TURBO block: 50 parameters maximum
• Percentage of Load block: 5 parameters maximum
• All energy meters addresses should be set between 1 and 247.
• All energy meters should have uniform communication settings like Baud rate, parity and stop
bit.
• Use Diagnostic mode display in the energy meter to analyze the problem in communication.
• Error: u – Invalid unit ID
A – Invalid Address
c – CRC error (cyclic redundancy checking)
t – Transmitting
r – Receiving
F – Invalid function code
o – Parity, framing or overrun error
O- Buffer overflow

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Chapter 7: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Introduction
This chapter describes information related to maintenance of your energy
meter.

The energy meter does not contain any user-serviceable parts. If the energy
meter requires service, contact your local sales representative. Do not open
the energy meter. Opening the energy meter voids the warranty.

HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

• Do not perform a Dielectric (Hi-Pot) or Megger test on the energy meter, test
voltages may damage the energy meter.
• Before performing Hi-Pot or Megger testing on any equipment in which the
energy meter is installed, disconnect all input and output wires to the energy
meter.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in equipment damage.

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Troubleshooting
The information in Table 7–1 describes potential problems and their possible
causes. It also includes possible checks to perform or solutions to the
problems. After referring to this table, if you cannot resolve the problem,
contact your local Schneider Electric sales representative for assistance.

D DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe
electrical practices. For example, in the United States, see NFPA 70E.
• This equipment must be installed and serviced only by qualified
personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment before working on or inside.
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm that all
power is off.
• Carefully inspect the work area for tools and objects that may have been
left inside the equipment.
• Use caution while removing or installing panels so that they do not extend
into the energized bus; avoid handling the panels, which could cause
personal injury.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.

Table 7-1: Troubleshooting

Potential Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

The data being displayed Incorrect setup values Check that the correct
is inaccurate or not what values have been entered
you expect for energy meter setup
parameters (CT and PT
ratings, system type, and
so on). See “PROG menu
- Setup” on page 19 for
setup instructions.
Usage of protection class Use instrument class 1 or
(10P10 etc.) CTs/PTs better CTs/PTs, which will
have better accuracy than
the protection class
CTs/PTs.
Improper wiring Check whether all the PTs
and CTs are connected
properly (proper polarity is
observed) and that they
are energized. Check
shorting terminals. See
“Connection Diagrams “on
page 42 for more
information.
Active Power (W) reading CT may be reversed Check and correct the CT
is negative connections.
Power may be in export 1. Check the mode. If the
mode mode is in import, s1 s2
need to be interchanged
in one or two or in all the
three phases. Under
this condition, the
energy will update in
INTG Rev.
2. Check the mode. If it is
in export, then the
energy will update in
INTG Rev.

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Potential Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

The display went blank Over voltage/temperature Interrupt the power supply
suddenly or reduce the voltage or
temperature within the
limit.
Fuse connection Check whether a fuse with
rating of 0.25 A is
connected on each
voltage input. If not
connect the 0.25 A rated
fuse to the voltage input.
The energy meter stopped Communications lines are Verify the energy meter
communication abruptly improperly connected. communications
connections. See
“Chapter 6 – Data
Communication” on page
45 for more information.
Over voltage/temperature Interrupt the power supply
or reduce the voltage or
temperature within the
allowable limits.
Incorrect Load bar Incorrect F.S% selection Select the full scale load
indication percentage setting as per
your circuit.
The energy meter is over Lack of sufficient air for Provide sufficient space all
heated cooling around the energy meter.
Separate the energy meter
from other equipment for
cooling air.

Disposal and Recycle

Dispose of or recycle the device in accordance with the applicable laws and
regulations in your country.

To Disassemble
1. Ensure to shut down the device, before you begin to disassemble the
meter.
2. Disconnect all the connected terminals from the meter.
3. Loosen the mounting clamps at the back of the meter.
4. Remove the side clamps on both the sides of the meter by sliding
them forward.
5. Remove the meter from the panel-cutout carefully.
Note: For the use of proper tool, refer “Electrical Installation” on page 36 for more
information.

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Appendix A – Technical Data

Accuracy
Table A-1: Accuracy
Measurement Accuracy % of Reading*
Class 0.5S
Voltage LN per phase and average 0.5
Voltage LL per phase and average 0.5
Amp per phase and average 0.5
Frequency 0.1
Total Active power, (kW) 0.5
Total Reactive power, (kVAR) 1.0

Active energy (kWh) Import/Export 0.5

Reactive energy (kVARh) (Inductive / 1.0
Capacitive)

NOTE:
• 5 A meter - Additional error of 0.05 % of full scale for meter input current below 100
mA.
• 1 A meter - Additional error of 0.05 % of full scale for meter input current below 20
mA.
• PF error limit is same as W error limit in %.
• *In Delta mode configuration, the accuracy will be 1.0% of reading.

Auxiliary supply (Control Power)

The energy meter needs a single-phase AC or DC control supply to power
its internal electronics.
Range: 44 to 300 VAC/DC.
Burden (load): 3 VA max on Auxiliary supply.

Front Display
• Brilliant three lines four digits (digit height 14.2 mm/0.56 in.) per line, high
readability alphanumeric LED display with auto scaling capability for Kilo,
Mega, Giga.
• The display provides the user access to all phase voltages (phase to
neutral and phase to phase), currents (per phase and average), Watts,
VARs, VA, power factor, frequency, kWh, and kVARh.
• The energy meters display average volts, amps, and frequency
simultaneously.
• Load bar graph for the indication of consumption in terms of % amperes
total.
• Set of four red LED’s in the load bar start blinking when the load is greater
than 120%, to indicate overload.
• Easy setup through keys located on the faceplate for common
configuration parameters.
• Password protection for setup parameters.
• User-selectable default display page through keypad lock.

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Appendix A: Technical Data

Installation and Input Ratings

• Auto-ranging voltage inputs should allow direct connection up to 347
VLN/600VLL AC systems, no PTs (VTs) required up to 600 VLL phase to
phase).
• Supports the following configurations (field configurable):
Direct 4-wire Wye (Star); 3-wire Wye (Star); 3-wire Delta; 2-phase 3-wire
(2-phase); and single-phase.
• 3-phase voltage, and current inputs
• Volts : 46 to 347 VAC phase-neutral, 80 to 600 VAC phase-phase,
Overload: Continuous 600 VLL with full accuracy, 750 VLL Max, Hz. 50 /
60
• Amperes: 5 mA (starting )to 6 A, Overload: 10 A continuous, 50 A for three
seconds
• User programmable for 5 A or 1 A secondary CTs
• Burden (Load): Less than 0.2 VA per Volt / Ampere input
• Frequency (Both input and auxiliary): 50 / 60 Hz, 45 to 65 Hz

Environmental Conditions
• Sealed dust-proof construction. Meets IP51 for the front panel and IP40 for
rear panel.
• Operating temperature: -10°C to 60 °C(14 °F to 140 °F)
• Storage temperature: -25°C to 70 °C(-13 °F to 158 °F)
• Humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing
• Altitude ≤ 2000m

Construction
• Self-extinguishable V0 plastic, double insulation at accessible areas.
• Pollution Degree II.
• Measurements Category III.

Dimensions and Shipping

• Basic unit installed depth 83 mm with 92 x 92 mm panel cut-out, flush
mount.
• Bezels dimension 96 x 96 mm. Panel cut-out 92 x 92 mm.
• Weight 400 gms approx unpacked, 500 gms approx shipping. See
“Mechanical Installation” on page 33 for more information.

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Appendix B: SIM Mode

Appendix B: SIM (simulation) Mode

The EM6435 energy meters are provided with SIM mode for demo and
exhibition display, where the user can see the functioning of the energy
meter without any input signals. The energy meter will show a fixed voltage,
current, frequency, and 0.5PF. Power and energy parameters are calculated
based on the V, A, and PF displayed.

To Enter SIM mode

• Keep the pressed, while powering up the energy meter. The display
shows RUN.
• Press . The display shows SIM.
• Press . The display shows RMS SIM. You have successfully entered
the SIM mode of the energy meters.

To Exit from SIM mode

• Press and hold the , until you reach the RMS page.
• Press . The display shows SIM.
• Press . The display shows RUN.
• Press . The display shows RMS indicating the exit from SIM mode.

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Appendix C – Glossary

Appendix C: Glossary
Terms
Auto (sliding block): An interval selected from five to 30 minutes. The
energy meter calculates and updates every 15 seconds.

Baud rate: Specifies how fast data is transmitted across a serial network
port.

Communications link: A chain of devices connected by a communications

cable to a communications port.

Current Transformer (CT): Current transformers for current inputs.

Firmware: Operating system within the energy meter.

Float: A 32-bit floating point value returned by a register (See “Data

Address” on page 52 for more information).

Forward: Importing the power into the plant/grid.

Frequency: Number of cycles in one second.

Line-to-line voltages: Measurement of the RMS line-to-line voltages of the

circuit.

Line-to-neutral voltages: Measurement of the RMS line-to-neutral voltages

of the circuit.

LOCK: Default display page lock (See “Default display (View) page” on page
12 for more information).

Long: A 32-bit value returned by a register (See “Data Address” on page 52

for more information).

Nominal: Typical or average.

Parity: Refers to binary numbers sent over the communications link. An extra
bit is added so that the number of ones in the binary number is either even or
odd, depending on your configuration. It is used to detect errors in the
transmission of data.

Power factor: True power factor is the ratio of real power to apparent power
using the complete harmonic content of real and apparent power.

Reverse: Exporting the power from the plant/grid.

RMS: Root mean square. The energy meters are true RMS sensing
devices.

Run mode: This is the normal operating mode of the energy meter, where
the readings are taken.

ULOC: Default display page unlock (See “Default display (View) page” on
page 12 for more information).

User (fixed block): An interval selected between five to 30 minutes. The

energy meter calculates and updates the demand at the end of each
interval.

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Appendix C: Glossary

Abbreviations
%A FS % Amperes full scale
A, Amps Amperes
A.PRI Current primary winding

A.SEC Current secondary winding

Avg Average
CLR Clear
CT Current transformer
Dia, DIAG Diagnostic
ft Feet/foot
F.Seq Float Byte Sequence
FW Firmware
FWD Forward
Hz Hertz
ID Identity
in. Inch
INTG Integrator
IP Ingress protection
kVARh Kilo volt-ampere reactive hour
kWh Kilo watt hour
LSB Least significant bit
Min Minimum
ms Milliseconds
MSB Most significant bit
PF Power factor
PT Potential transformer
R.d Rising demand
Rev Reverse
SYS System configuration
ULOC Unlock
Unb Unbalance
V Voltage
VAR Reactive power
VARh Reactive energy (inductive)
-VARh Reactive energy (capacitive)
V.PRI Voltage primary winding
V.SEC Voltage secondary winding
VT Voltage transformer
W Active power
Wh Active energy

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Index

INDEX
Abbreviations, 71
AC Power Measurement
3-Phase System, Consumption and Poor PROG Menu
Power Factor, 3D KVA Measurement, 31 Edit Set Parameters, 24
Appendix A – Technical Data, 65 Setup, 19
Appendix B Quick Setup
SIM (simulation) Mode, 67 While Powering ON, 19
Appendix C Rear Panel, 13
Glossary, 69 Reverse Integrated Block, 55
Auto-scroll, 12 Safety Precautions, 17

Auxiliary Supply Safety Symbols

PTs(VTs) and CTs, 38 Hazard Categories and Special Symbols, 3

Block Parameter Address Setup Block, 57

Total RMS Block, R Phase, Y Phase, B Phase, Setup Parameters

53 View and Edit Modes, 22
Clear Block, 58 Setup-System Type
Clear INTG, 26 Wye, Delta, Open Delta, 2-Phase, Single-
Communication Test, 50 Phase, 41
Connection Diagrams, 42 Smart Keys, 10
Current Signal Connections Technical Specifications, 15
CT Connections, 39 Terminal connections using Lugs

Data Address, 52 U Lug , Ring Lug, 37

Data Communication, 45 Total Integrated Block, 55
Data Formats and Settings, 48 Total RMS block, 53
Default Display (View) Page, 12 TURBO Key, 10
Disassemble, 63 Voltage Signal Connections
Disposal and Recycle, 63 PT Connections, 39
Electrical Installation, 36
EM6435 Energy Meter Menu Hierarchy, 27
EM6435 Energy Meter
Parameters, 14
Forward Integrated Block, 54
Front Panel, 8
Indicators, 9
Installation Procedure, 34
Keypad Operation, 11
Mechanical Installation, 33
Meter Model and Number, 59
Model Info Block, 58
Panel Considerations and Environment, 34

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