Elma Metrel+MI3200 Manual UK

TeraOhm 10 kV
MI 3200
User Manual
Version 4.2; Code No. 20 751 097
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Table of contents
Table of contents
1. General introduction .................................................................................................. 4

1.1. Features ................................................................................................................ 4
1.2. Applied Standards ................................................................................................. 4
2. Instrument Description .............................................................................................. 5
2.1. Instrument Casing ................................................................................................. 5
2.2. Operator’s Panel ................................................................................................... 5
2.3. Accessories ........................................................................................................... 6
2.4. Test leads.............................................................................................................. 6
2.4.1. High voltage shielded test lead with High voltage tip --------------------------------- 7
2.4.2. High voltage shielded test leads with High voltage alligator clips. ---------------- 7
2.4.3. Guard test lead with alligator clib ---------------------------------------------------------- 7
3. Warnings and notes ................................................................................................... 8
4. Performing measurements ...................................................................................... 10
4. 1. Switching on the instrument ............................................................................... 10
Autocalibration ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
4.2.1 Configuration ..................................................................................................... 11
4.2.2 Setup ................................................................................................................. 12
5. Measurements .......................................................................................................... 14
5.1. Generally Information about High DC voltage testing ......................................... 14
5.2. Guard terminal .................................................................................................... 17
5.3. Filter options........................................................................................................ 18
5.4. Voltage measurement ......................................................................................... 19
5.5. Insulation Resistance measurement ................................................................... 20
5.6. Diagnostic test ..................................................................................................... 24
5.7. Step Voltage Insulation Resistance testing ......................................................... 30
5.8. Withstanding voltage ........................................................................................... 33
6. Working with your Results ...................................................................................... 36
6.1. Storing, Recalling and Clearing Results ............................................................. 36
SAVE----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
6.2. Transferring Data to a PC .................................................................................. 38
7. Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 39
7.1. Inspection ............................................................................................................ 39
7.2. Inserting and charging batteries for the first time ................................................ 39
7.3. Replacing and charging batteries ........................................................................ 39
7.3. Cleaning .............................................................................................................. 41
7.4. Calibration ........................................................................................................... 41
7.5. Service ................................................................................................................ 41
8. Specifications ........................................................................................................... 42
8.1. Measurement specifications ................................................................................ 42
8.2. General specifications ......................................................................................... 46
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV General introduction
1. General introduction
1.1. Features
The TeraOhm 10 kV Tester is a portable battery / mains powered test instrument
intended for the testing of Insulation Resistance by using high test voltages of up to
10kV.
The instrument is designed and produced with the extensive knowledge and experience
acquired through many years of of working in this sector.
Available functions offered by the TeraOhm 10 kV Tester:

 High insulation resistance measurement up to 10 T
- Programmable test voltage from 500 V up to 10 kV, step 25 V
- R(t) Graphs
- Programmable timer (1s up to 100 min)
- Automatic discharge of test object after completion of measurement
- Capacitance measurement
 Insulation resistance measurement versus test voltage (step-up voltage test)
- Five discrete test voltages proportionately set within preset test voltage range
- Programmable timer 1 min up to 30 min per step
 Polarization Index (PI), Dielectric Absorption ratio (DAR) and Dielectric Discharge
(DD) ratio
- PI = RINS (t2) / RINS (t1)
- DAR = R1min / R15s
- DD = Idis1min / CU
 Withstanding voltage (DC) up to 10 kV
- Programmable ramp test voltage from 500 V up to 10 kV
- High resolution ramp (approx. 25 V per step)
- Programmable threshold current up to 5 mA
 Voltage and frequency measurement up to 600 V AC/DC
A dot matrix LCD offers easy-to-read results and all associated parameters. The
operation is straightforward and clear to enable the user to operate the instrument
without the need for special training (except reading and understanding this Users
Manual).
Test results can be stored on the instrument. The new professional PC SW enables
straightforward transfer of test results and other parameters in both directions between
the test instrument and PC.
1.2. Applied Standards

Instrument operation IEC / EN 61557-2
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) EN 61326 Class B
Safety EN 61010-1 (instrument),
EN 61010-031 (accessories)
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Instrument Description
2. Instrument Description
2.1. Instrument Casing
The instrument is housed in a plastic box that maintains the protection class defined in
the general specifications.
2.2. Operator’s Panel

The operator’s panel is shown in the figure below (Fig.1).
Fig. 1. Front panel
Use original test accessories only!

Max. allowed external voltage between test terminals and ground is 600V!
Max. allowed external voltage between test terminals is 600V!
Disconnect all test leads, mains supply cable and switch off instrument
before removing the battery cover – Hazardous voltage!
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Legend:
1 .......... START/STOP key to start or stop any measurement.

2 .......... ON/OFF key to switch the instrument ON or OFF.
3 .......... MEM key to store, recall and erase results.
4 .......... SELECT key to enter set-up mode for the selected function or to select the
active parameter to be set.
5 ..........
 cursor key to select an option upward.
6 ..........
 cursor key to select an option downward.
7 ..........  cursor key to decrease the selected parameter.

8 ..........  cursor key to increase the selected parameter.
9 .......... ESC key to exit the selected mode.
10 ........ Light key to turn the display backlight ON or OFF.
11 ........ Positive Insulation Resistance test terminal (+OUT)
12,13 ... GUARD test terminals intended to lead away potential leakage current while
measuring the Insulation. Sockets under points 12 and 13 are connected
together inside the instrument.
14 ........ Negative Insulation Resistance test terminal. (-OUT)
15 ........ Screw (unscrew to replace the batteries).
16 ........ Galvanic separated USB connector to connect the instrument to PC.
17 ........ Distributor label or could be blank.
18 ........ Galvanic separated RS 232 connector to connect the instrument to PC.
19 ........ Mains connector to connect the instrument to the mains supply.
20 ........ Serial number of the instrument.
2.3. Accessories
The accessories consist of standard and optional accessories. Optional accessories can
be delivered upon request. See attached list for standard configuration and options or
contact your distributor or see the METREL home page: http://www.metrel.si.
2.4. Test leads

The standard length of test leads is 2m, optional lengths are 8m and 15m. For more
details see attached list for standard configuration and options or contact your distributor
or see the METREL home page: http://www.metrel.si.
All test leads are made of high voltage shielded cable, because shielded cable provides
higher accuracy and immunity to disturbance of measurements that can occur in
industrial environment.
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2.4.1. High voltage shielded test lead with High voltage tip
Application notes:
This test lead is designed for hand held testing of insulation.
Insulation ratings:
- High voltage tip (red): 10kV d.c (double insulation);
- High voltage banana connector (red): 5 kV d.c (double
insulation), 10 kV d.c. (basic insulation);
- Guard banana connector (green): 600V CAT IV (double
insulation);
- Cable (yellow): 12kV (shielded).
2.4.2. High voltage shielded test leads with High voltage alligator clips.
Application notes:
These test leads is designed for diagnostic testing of
insulation.
Insulation ratings:
- High voltage banana connector (red, black): 5kV d.c
(double insulation), 10 kV d.c. (basic insulation);
- Alligator clibs (red, black): 5kV d.c (double insulation),
10 kV d.c. (basic insulation);
- Guard banana connector (green): 600V CAT IV (double
insulation);
- Cable (yellow): 12kV (shielded).
2.4.3. Guard test lead with alligator clib
Insulation ratings:
- Guard test lead with banana connectors (green): 600V CAT IV (double insulation);
- Alligator (green): 600V CAT IV (double insulation).
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Warnings
3. Warnings and notes

In order to maintain the highest level of operator safety while carrying out various tests
and measurements Metrel recommends keeping your TeraOhm 10 kV test equipment in
good condition and undamaged. When using this test equipment, consider the following
general warnings:
 The symbol on the test equipment means »Read the Instruction manual
with special care for safe operation«. The symbol requires an action!
 The symbol on the test equipment means “Hazardous voltage may be

present at the test terminals!”.
 If the test equipment is used in a manner not specified in this Instruction manual,
the protection provided by the equipment could be impaired!
 Read this Instruction manual carefully, otherwise the use of the test equipment
may be dangerous for the operator, the test equipment itself or for the tested
object!
 Do not use the test equipment or any of the accessories if any damage is noticed!
 Consider all generally known precautions in order to avoid risk of electric shock
while dealing with hazardous voltages!
 Do not connect the test equipment to a mains voltage different from the one
defined on the label adjacent to the mains connector, otherwise it may be
damaged.
 Service intervention or adjustment is only allowed to be carried out by competent
authorized personnel!
 Hazardous voltages exist inside the test equipment. Disconnect all test leads,
remove the power supply cable and switch off the test equipment before opening
the battery compartment.
 All normal safety precautions must be taken in order to avoid risk of electric shock
while working on electrical installations!
 Do not use the equipment in a wet environment, around explosive gas, vapour or
dust.
 Only adequately trained and competent persons may operate the equipment.
Warnings related to measurement functions:

Working with the instrument
 Use only standard or optional test accessories supplied by your distributor!

 Test tips should only be used for TRMS voltage measurement (CAT IV 600 V).
 Do not use high voltage test lead with tip for TRMS voltage measurement in CAT
III or CAT IV environment. Risk of bridging two high-energy conductors with tip
resulting in arc flash and short circuit.
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Warnings
 Always connect accessories to the test equipment and to the test object before
starting high voltage measurement. Do not touch test leads or crocodile clips
during measurement.
Only hand-held part of high voltage test lead with tip is allowed to be touched
(held) during measurement.
 Do not touch any conductive parts of equipment under test during the test, risk of
electric shock!
 Make sure that the tested object is disconnected (mains voltage disconnected)
and
de-energized before connecting the test leads and starting the measurement
(except Voltage measurement)!
 In case of a capacitive test object, automatic discharge of the object may not be
done immediately after finishing the measurement.
 Do not connect test terminals to an external voltage higher than 600 V DC or AC
(CAT IV environment) to prevent any damage to the test equipment!
 In rare cases (internal fault) the test equipment can behave in an uncontrolled
manner (LCD blinking, freezing, not responding to keys, etc.). In this case
consider the test equipment and the test object as hazardous live, and perform all
safety measures to turn off (reset) the test equipment and to discharge the test
object manually!
Handling with capacitive loads
 Note that 40 nF charged to 1 kV or 4 nF charged to 10 kV are hazardous live!

 Never touch the measured object during the testing until it is totally discharged
automatically and manually!
 Because of dielectric absorption, capacitive test objects (capacitors, cables,
transformers, etc.) must be shorted out after the measuring process is completed.
Note:
For manual discharge Metrel recommends the use of A 1513 Discharge link.
The internal discharge resistors of A 1513 ensure a damped discharge up to 10
uF at 10 kV.
Warnings related to Batteries:
 Disconnect all test leads, main supply cable and switch the power off before
opening the Battery cover!
 Use only NiMh rechargeable batteries (D size)!
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Performing measurements
4. Performing measurements
4. 1. Switching on the instrument
Autocalibration
The instrument is switched ON by pressing the ON/OFF key. After turning on, the
instrument will execute the autocalibration (Fig. 3).
Note:
If batteries are defective or missing and the instrument is powered from mains supply,
the instrument will not turn ON
Measuring test leads should be disconnected during autocalibration. If not, the

autocalibration procedure could be false and instrument will require disconnection of the
test leads and repeat switching OFF and ON.
After finishing the autocalibration, the MAIN MENU (Fig. 4) will appear and instrument is
ready for normal operation.
Auto-calibration prevents the reduction in accuracy when measuring very low currents. It
compensates the effects caused by ageing, temperature and humidity changes etc.
A new auto-calibration is recommended when the temperature changes by more than
5C.
Fig. 2. First introduction Fig. 3. Auto-calibration state Fig. 4. Main Menu
Note:
If the instrument detects an incorrect state during the autocalibration, the following
warning message will be displayed:
ERROR!
-TEST LEADS CONNECTED:
DISCONNECT AND SWITCH ON THE INSTRUMENT AGAIN
- CONDITIONS OUT OF RANGE: PRESS START TO CONTINUE
Possible reasons for out of range conditions are excessive humidity, excessively high
temperature, etc. In this case it is possible to perform measurements by pressing the
START/STOP button again but results could be out of technical specification.
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Mains powered instrument operation

If you connect instrument to the mains supply when instrument is turned OFF, internal
charger will begin to charge the batteries but instrument will remain turned OFF. In
button left angle of LCD, flashing battery indicator will appear to indicate that the
batteries are charging.
Note: If batteries are defective or missing, the charger will not work. In button left corner
of LCD screen only plug character will be appeared.
If the instrument is connected to the mains supply when the instrument is turn ON, the
instrument will automatically switch from the battery supply to the main supply. In button
left corner of the LCD screen, the plug character will appear. If instrument is not in
measuring mode*, the internal charger will begin to charge the batteries. In button left
corner of LCD screen battery indicator will start to flash, indicating that the batteries are
charging.
Note: It is not recommended to connect or disconnect the instrument to mains supply

while the instrument is in measuring mode*.
* measuring mode When the instrument is performing a test.
Backlight operation (battery powered instrument)

After turning the instrument ON the LCD backlight is automatically turned ON. It can be
turned OFF and ON by simply clicking the LIGHT key.
Backlight operation (mains powered instrument)

After turning the instrument ON the LCD backlight is automatically turned OFF. It can be
turned OFF and ON by simply clicking the LIGHT key.
Off function
The instrument can be switched OFF only by pressing the ON/OFF key. The auto-off
function is not available to allow long-term measurements to be performed..
4.2.1 Configuration
The configuration function enables the selection and adjustment of parameters (Table
1a.) of the measurements. In addition memorized results can be cleared in this menu.
(Fig. 5a).
In the lower section of the display the power supply status is shown.
The following procedure must be carried out when adjusting some of the configuration
parameters:
1. Use  and  arrows to select parameter (line) to be adjusted.

2. Use  and  arrows to change the value of the selected parameter. If there are two
or more sub-parameters in one line (e.g. date and time) then use the SELECT key to
skip to the next sub-parameters and back.
To clear all memory locations:

1. Select Configuration from the main menu
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1. Highlight the Memory Clear option using  and  arrows.

2. Press the SELECT key, (“Press MEM to confirm!” message will be displayed).
3. Press the MEM key to clear all memory locations or ESC to cancel the activity.
Fig. 5a. Configuration menu
Parameter Value Note

Memory clear Clear all memory locations
Filter Fil1, Fil2, Fil3, Selection of noise rejecting filter, see the chapter
Fil0 5.3. Filter Option
DIAG. 0%..90% Adjustment of start of the timer in the
Starting time DIAGNOSTIC TEST functions, according to the
nominal voltage Unominal. See additional
explanation in chapter 5.6.
Table 1a. Parameters in Configuration menu
4.2.2 Setup
The setup function enables the selection and adjustment of general parameters (Table
1b.) of the instrument (Fig. 5b).
In the lower section of the display the power supply status is shown.
The following procedure must be carried out when adjusting some of the configuration
parameters:
3. Use  and  arrows to select parameter (line) to be adjusted.

4. Use  and  arrows to change the value of the selected parameter. If there are two
or more sub-parameters in one line (e.g. date and time) then use the SELECT key to
skip to the next sub-parameters and back.
Fig. 5b. Setup menu
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Parameter Value Note

Contrast 0%..100% Adjustment of the LCD contrast
Time Set real time (hour: minute)
Date Set current date (day-month-year)
Com Port RS 232 2400, Set communication mode and rate.
RS 232 4800,
RS 232 9600,
RS 232 19200,
USB 115000
Language Set language
Initialization For internal factory and service maintenance only!
Table 1b. Parameters in Setup menu
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Measurements
5. Measurements
5.1. Generally Information about High DC voltage
testing
The purpose of insulation tests
Insulating materials are important parts of almost every electrical product. The material’s
properties depend not only on its compound characteristics but also on temperature,
pollution, moisture, ageing, electrical and mechanical stress, etc. Safety and operational
reliability require the regular maintenance and testing of the insulation material to ensure
it is kept in good operational condition. High voltage tests are used to test insulating
materials.
DC vs. AC testing voltage
Testing with a DC voltage is widely accepted as being useful as testing with AC and / or
pulsed voltages. DC voltages can be used for breakdown tests especially where high
capacitive leakage currents interfere with measurements using AC or pulsed voltages.
DC is mostly used for insulation resistance measurement tests. In this type of test, the
voltage is defined by the appropriate product application group. This voltage is lower
than the voltage used in the withstanding voltage test so the tests can be applied more
frequently without stressing the test material.
Typical insulation tests

In general, insulation resistance tests consist of the following possible procedures:
- Simple insulation resistance measurement also called a spot test;
- Measurement of the relationship between voltage and insulation resistance;
- Measurement of the relationship between time and insulation resistance
- Test of residual charge after the dielectric discharge.
The results of this test can indicate whether the replacement of the insulation system is
required.
Typical examples of where testing insulation resistance and its diagnosis are
recommended are transformer and motor insulation systems, cables and other electrical
equipment.
Electrical representation of insulating material

The Fig. 6 represents the equivalent electrical circuit of an insulating material.
Itest
surface
+
material
Riss1
Cpi Itest
Riso Ciso IPI
Guard Rpi
Riss2 ICiso
IRiso IRiss
-
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
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Riss1 and Riss2 - the surface resistivity (position of optional guard connection)
Riso – the actual insulation resistance of material
Ciso – capacitance of material
Cpi, Rpi - represents polarization effects.
The Fig. 7 shows typical currents for that circuit.
Itest = overall test current (Itest= IPI+ IRISO+ IRISS)
IPI = polarization absorption current
IRISO = actual insulation current
IRISS = surface leakage current
Some application examples for using Teraohm 10 kV
Basic Insulation resistance test

Virtually every standard concerning the safety of electrical equipment and installations
requires the performance of a basic insulation testing. When testing lower values (in the
range of M), the basic insulation resistance (Riso) usually dominates. The results are
adequate and stabilize quickly.
It is important to remember the following:
- The voltage, time and limit are usually given in the appropriate standard or
regulation.
- Measuring time should be set to 60 s or the minimum time required for the Insulation
capacitance Ciso to be charged up.
- Sometimes it is required to take ambient temperature into account and adjust the
result for a standard temperature of 40C.
- If surface leakage currents interfere with the measurements (see Riss above) use the
guard connection (see 5.2.). This becomes critical when measured values are in the
G range.
Voltage dependence test – Step voltage test

This test shows if the insulation under test has been electrically or mechanically
stressed. In this instance the quantity and size of insulation anomalies (e.g. cracks, local
breakdowns, conductive parts, etc). is increased and the overall breakdown voltage is
reduced. Excessive humidity and pollution have an important role especially in the case
of mechanical stress.
- The test voltage steps are usually close to those required in the DC withstanding
test.
- Sometimes it is recommended that the maximum voltage for this test should not be
higher than 60 % of the withstanding voltage.
If the results of successive tests show a reduction in the tested insulation resistance the
insulation should be replaced.
Time dependence test – Diagnostic test

POLARISATION INDEX
The purpose of this diagnostic test is to evaluate the influence of the polarization part of
insulation (Rpi, Cpi).
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After applying a high voltage to an insulator the electric dipoles distributed in the
insulator align themselves with the applied electrical field. This phenomenon is called
polarization. As the molecules polarize, a polarization (absorption) current lowers the
overall insulation resistance of the material.
The absorption current (IPI) typically collapses after a few minutes. If the overall
resistance of the material does not increase, this means that other currents (e.g. surface
leakages) dominate the overall insulation resistance.
- PI is defined as the ratio of the measured resistances in two time slots. The most
typical ratio is 10 min value to 1 min value but this is not a rule.
- The test is typically performed at the same voltage as the insulation resistance test.
- If the one-minute insulation resistance is greater than 5000 M, then this
measurement may not be valid (new modern types of insulation).
- Oiled paper used in transformers or motors is a typical insulation material that
requires this test.
In general, insulators that are in good condition will show a “high” polarization index
while insulators that are damaged will not. Note that this rule is not always valid. Refer to
Metrel’s handbook Insulation Testing Techniques for more information.
General applicable values:

PI value Tested material status
1 to 1.5 Not acceptable (older types)
2 to 4 (typically 3) Considered as good insulation (older types)
>4(very high insulation resistance) Modern type of (good) insulation systems
Example for minimum acceptable values for motor insulation (IEEE 43):
Class A =1.5, Class B = 2.0, Class F =2.0, Class H =2.0.
DIELECTRIC DISCHARGE
An additional effect of polarization is the recovered charge (from Cpi) after the regular
discharging of a completed test. This can also be a supplementary measurement for
evaluation of the quality of insulating material. This effect is generally found in insulating
systems with large capacitance Ciso.
The polarisation effect (described in “Polarisation Index”) causes a capacitance to form
(Cpi). Ideally this charge would dissipate immediately a voltage was removed from the
material. In practice, this is not the case.
In conjunction with the polarisation index (PI), Dialectic Discharge (DD) is another way to
check the quality and suitability of a insulation material. A material that discharges
quickly would provide a low value while a material that takes a long time to discharge will
provide a higher value (described in the table below, for more information see section
5.6).
DD value Tested material status

>4 bad
2-4 critical
<2 good
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Withstanding voltage test

Some standards allow the use of a DC voltage as an alternative to AC withstanding
voltage testing. For this purpose the test voltage has to be present across the insulation
under test for a specific time. The insulation material only passes if there is no
breakdown or flash over. Standards recommend that the test starts with a low voltage
and reaches the final test voltage with a slope that keeps the charging current under the
limit of the current threshold. The test duration normally takes 1 min.
Withstanding voltage test or dielectric test is usually applied for:
- Type (acceptance) tests when a new product is being prepared for manufacture,
- Routine (production) tests for the verification of safety on each product,
- Maintenance and after service tests for any equipment where the insulation system
can be exposed to degradation.
Some examples for DC withstanding test voltage values:
Standard (only sample values) Voltage

EN/IEC 61010-1 CAT II 300 V basic insulation 1970 V
EN/IEC 61010-1 CAT II 300 V double insulation 3150 V
IEC 60439-1 (clearance between live parts…), withstanding impulse
voltage 4 kV, 500 m 4700 V
IEC 60598-1 2120 V
Humidity and insulation resistance measurements
When testing outside the reference ambient conditions, the quality of the insulation
resistance measurements can be affected by humidity. Humidity adds leakage paths
onto the surface of the complete measuring system, (i.e. the insulator under test, the test
leads, the measuring instrument etc). The influence of humidity reduces accuracy
especially when testing very high resistances (i.e. Tera ohms). The worst conditions
arise in environments containing high condensation, which can also reduce safety. In the
case of high humidity, it is recommended to ventilate the test areas before and during
the measurements. In the case of condensed humidity the measuring system must dry
and it can take several hours or even few days to recover.
5.2. Guard terminal

The purpose of the GUARD terminal is to lead away potential leakage currents (e.g.
surface currents), which are not a result of the measured insulation material itself but are
a result of the surface contamination and moisture. This current interferes with the
measurement i.e. the Insulation Resistance result is influenced by this current. The
GUARD terminal is internally connected to the same potential as the negative test
terminal (black one). The GUARDs test clip should be connected to the test object so as
to collect most of the unwanted leakage current, see the figure Fig. 8 below.
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IL
IM IM
IL
IA IA IL
+OUT -OUT +OUT -OUT GUARD
Ut A Ut A
Fig. 8. Connection of GUARD terminal to measured object
where:
Ut ........ Test voltage
IL ......... Leakage current (resulted by surface dirt and moisture)
IM ......... Material current (resulted by material conditions)
IA ......... A-meter current
Result without using GUARD terminal: RINS = Ut / IA = Ut / (IM + IL) …incorrect result.
Result using GUARD terminal: RINS = Ut / IA = Ut / IM ……correct result.
It is recommended to use the GUARD connection when high insulation resistance

(>10G ) are measured.
Note:
 The guard terminal is protected by an internal impedance (400 K).
 The instrument has two guard terminals to allow easy connection of shielded
measuring leads.
5.3. Filter options

Filters are built in to reduce the influence of noise on measurement results. This option
enables more stable results especially when dealing with high Insulation Resistances
(Insulation Resistance, Diagnostic Test, Step Voltage). In these functions, the status of
the filter option is shown in the top right corner of the LCD screen. The Table 2. below
contains a definition of the individual filter options:
Filter option Meaning

Fil0 Low pass filter with cut off frequency of 0.5 Hz in signal line.
Fil1 Additional low pass filter with cut off frequency of 0.05 Hz in the signal
line.
Fil2 Fil1 with increased integrating time (4 s).
Fil3 Fil2 with additional cyclic averaging of 5 results.
Table 2. Filter options
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THE PURPOSE OF FILTERING

In simple terms the filters smooth the measured currents by means of averaging and
bandwidth reduction. There are various sources of disturbance:
- AC currents at the mains frequency and its harmonics, switching transients etc,
cause the results to become unstable. These currents are mostly cross talk through
insulation capacitances close to live systems,
- Other currents induced or coupled in the electromagnetic environment of the
insulation under test.
- Ripple current from internal high voltage regulator,
- Charging effects of high capacitive loads and / or long cables.
Voltage changes are relatively narrow on high resistance insulation, so the most
important point is to filter the measured current.
Note:
Any of the selected filter options increases the settling time with Fil1 to 60 s, Fil2 to 70 s,
and Fil3 to 120 s.
- It is necessary to pay close attention to the selection of time intervals when using the
filters.
- The recommended minimum measuring times when using filters are the settling
times of the selected filter option.
Example:
A noise current of 1 mA / 50 Hz adds approximately 15 % distribution to the measured
result when measuring 1 G.
By selecting FIL1 option the distribution will reduce to less than 2 %.
In general using FIL2 and FIL3 will further improve the noise reduction.
5.4. Voltage measurement

Selecting this function displays the following states (initial state and state with results
after completion of the measurement, see the Fig. 9).
Fig. 9. Voltage function display states
Measurement procedure:
- Connect the test leads to the instrument and to the measured source.
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- Press the START key to start the measurement, continuous measurement starts to
run.
- Press the START key again to stop the measurement.
- The result (see the right figure in the Fig. 9) can optionally be saved by pressing the
MEM key twice, see chapter 6.1 Store, Recall and Clear Operation.
Warning!
 Refer to Warnings chapter for safety precautions!
5.5. Insulation Resistance measurement

after the completion of the measurement). The Fig. 10 shows states when Graph R(t) is
disabled.
Initial display Display with results
Fig. 10. Insulation Resistance function display states - Graph R(t) disabled
The Fig. 11 shows states when Graph R(t) is enabled. When Graph R(t) is enabled you
can simple switching initial state and state with results after the completion of the
measurement, between numerical and graphical mode with pressing  or  keys.
 graphical mode
 numerical mode
Note:
- It is not possible to switching mode of presentation when measurement running!!!
Initial display - numerical mode Display with results - numerical mode
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Initial display - graphical mode Display with results - graphical mode
Fig. 11. Insulation Resistance function display states - Graph R(t) enabled
- Connect the test leads to the instrument and to the test object.
- Select INSULATION RESISTANCE function in MAIN MENU.
- Press the START/STOP key and release it, continuous measurement will begin.
- Wait until the test result has stabilized then press the START/STOP key again to
stop the measurement or, if enabled, wait for the set timer runs out.
- Wait for the object under test to discharge.
- The result can optionally be saved pressing the MEM key twice, see chapter 6.1
Store, Recall and Clear Operation.
Legend of displayed symbols:

INSULATION RESISTANCE Name of selected function
Off fil0 (Fil1, Fil2, Fil3) Filter type enabled, see the chapter 5.3.
Configuration
5000V Set test voltage
U=5323V Actual test voltage – measured value
I=266nA Actual test current – measured value
19.9G Insulation Resistance – result
C=0.0nF Capacitance of measured object
tm:04min 26s Timer information – test duration
Bar Analogue representation of result
Rmax=20.1G Maximum value of result (only if timer is
enabled)
Rmin=19.9G Minimum value of result (only if timer is
enabled)
Notes:
- If the timer is disabled then OFF is displayed instead of the timer value.
- During a measurement, the timer information displays the time needed to the
complete the measurement (tr) while after the completion the test duration (tm) is
displayed.
- A high-voltage warning symbol appears on the display during the measurement to
warn the operator of a potentially dangerous test voltage.
- Value of capacitance is measured during the final discharge of the test object.
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Setting up parameters for Insulation Resistance:

- Press the SELECT key, the set-up menu will appear
on the display, see the Fig.12.
- Select the parameter (line) to be set using the  and
 keys;
- Adjust set parameter using the  and  keys. Skip
to the next sub-parameter by pressing the SELECT
key (if there are two or more sub-parameters) and
repeat the adjustment.
- Complete the set-up adjustments by pressing either
the ESC key or START/STOP key (to run the Fig.12. Set-up menu in
measurement directly). The settings displayed last Insulation Resistance
are stored. measurement
INSULATION RESISTANCE Name of selected function

SETTING PARAMETERS:
Unominal 5000V Set test voltage –25 V steps
Timer 5min 00s Duration of the measurement
Timer on/off ON ON: timer enabled, OFF: timer disabled
Time1 01min 00s Time to accept and display first Rmin and
Rmax results
Graph R(t) ON Enable/Disable Graph R(t)
Timer and Time1 are independent timers. Maximum time for each of them is
99 min 60 s.
Enable/Disable the graph R(t) and Set-up the graph R(t)

parameters in the Insulation Resistance function:
- Press the SELECT key, Set-up menu appears on display,
see the Fig. 13.
- Select the parameter Graph R(t) to be set using the  and
 keys;
- Enable/Disable the graph R(t) using the  and  keys.
- Press the SELECT key to Set-up the parameters of the
graph R(t), see the Fig. 14. Press the ESC key to return
to basic Set-up menu in the Insulation Resistance Fig. 13. Set-up menu in
function. Insulation Resistance
- Complete the set-up adjustments pressing either the ESC measurement
key or START/STOP key (to run the measurement
directly). The last displayed settings are stored.
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Fig. 14 . Set-up menu of the Graph R(t)
Notes:
- If the Timer is OFF is not possible to Enable the Graph R(t).
- The time duration of Graph R(t) is equal to the value of Timer.
- The Timer value could be very long (up to 100 minutes), so the Special automatic
decimation algorithm is use to write the Graph R(t) to the LCD.
- The cursors of the Graph R(t) could be activated with  key
- The cursors of the Graph R(t) could be moved with  and  keys.
Warning!
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5.6. Diagnostic test

disabled.
Initial display – numerical mode Display with results – numerical mode
Fig.15. Diagnostic test display states - Graph R(t) disabled
 graphical mode
 numerical mode
Note:
Fig. 16. Diagnostic test display states - Graph R(t) enabled
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Diagnostic test is a long duration test for evaluating the quality of the insulation material
under test. The results of this test enable the decision to be made on the preventive
replacement of the insulation material. DIELECTRIC ABSORPTION RATIO (DAR)
DAR is ratio of Insulation Resistance values measured after 15s and after 1 minute. The
DC test voltage is present during the whole period of the test (also an Insulation
Resistance measurement is continually running). At the end, the DAR ratio is displayed:
DAR  R 1min 
iso
R 15s 
iso
Some applicable values:
DAR value Tested material status

< 1.25 Not acceptable
< 1.6 Considered as good insulation
> 1.6 Excellent
Note: When determining Riso (15s) pay attention to the capacitance of the test object. It
has to be charged-up in the first time section (15s). Approximate maximum capacitance
using:
t s.10 3
C F  
max
U V 
where:
t ........... period of first time unit (e.g. 15s)
U ......... test voltage.
To avoid this problem, increase the DIAG. Starting time parameter in

CONFIGURATION menu, because start of timer in the DIAGNOSTIC TEST functions
depends on the test voltage. The timer begins to run when test voltage reaches the
threshold voltage, which is product of the DIAG. Starting time and nominal test voltage
(Unominal).
Using filters (fil1, fil2, fil3) in the DAR function is not recommended!
Analysing the change in the measured insulation resistance over time and calculating
the DAR and PI are very useful maintenance tests of an insulating material.
POLARIZATION INDEX (PI)

PI is the ratio of Insulation Resistance values measured after 1 minute and after 10
minutes. The DC test voltage is present during the whole period of the measurement (an
Insulation Resistance measurement is also running). On completion of the test the PI
ratio is displayed:
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PI  R 10 min 
iso
R 1min 
iso
Note: When determining Riso (1min) pay close attention to the capacitance of the object
under test. It has to be charged-up in the first time section (1 min). Approximate
maximum capacitance using:
t s.10 3
C F  
max
U V 
where:
t ........... period of first time unit (e.g. 1min)
U ......... test voltage.
To avoid this problem, increase the DIAG. Starting time parameter in

CONFIGURATION menu, because start of timer in the DIAGNOSTIC TEST functions
depends on the test voltage. The timer begins to run when test voltage reaches the
threshold voltage, which is product of the DIAG. Starting time and nominal test voltage
(Unominal).
Analysing the change in the measured insulation resistance over time and calculating
the DAR and PI are very useful maintenance tests of an insulating material.
DIELECTRIC DISCHARGE TESTING (DD)

DD is the diagnostic insulation test carried out after the completion of the Insulation
Resistance measurement. Typically the insulation material is left connected to the test
voltage for 10  30 min and then discharged before the DD test is carried out. After 1
minute a discharge current is measured to detect the charge re-absorption of the
insulation material. A high re-absorption current indicates contaminated insulation
(mainly based on moisture):
Idis1 min mA

DD 
U V .CF 
,
where:
Idis 1min ...... discharging current measured 1 min after regular discharge
U ................. test voltage
C ................. capacitance of test object.
- Select DIAGNOSTIC TEST function in MAIN MENU.
- Connect the test leads to the instrument and to the measured object.
- Press the START/STOP key to start the measurement.
- Wait until set timer runs out, the result is displayed.
- Wait until the object under test has discharged
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- The result can optionally be saved by pressing the MEM key twice, see the chapter
6.1. Store, Recall and Clear Operation.
DIAGNOSTIC TEST Name of selected function

Fil0 (Fil1, Fil2, Fil3) Filter type enabled, see the chapter 5.3.
Configuration
5000V Set test voltage – step 25 V
U=5295 Actual test voltage – measured value
I=55.6nA Actual test current – measured value
C=2.1nf Capacitance of measured object
Tr:00min 15s Set timer value
Bar Analogue representation of Riso result
R15sec=10.6G Resistance value measured after set time 1
R01min=10.5G Resistance value measured after set time 2
R10min=10.5G Resistance value measured after set time 3
DAR=1.67 DAR as ratio of R1min / R15s
PI=1.21 PI as ratio of R03/R02
DD=__ DD result
Notes:
- The value of the capacitance is measured during the final discharge of the test
object.
- If enabled, the instrument measures Dielectric Discharge (DD) when the
capacitance is in the range of 5 nF to 50 F.
Setting up the parameters of the Diagnostic Test:

- Press the SELECT key, (the Set-up menu appears
on display, see the Fig. 17).
- Select the parameter) to be set using the  and 
keys;
- Adjust the parameter using the  and  keys.
- Complete the set-up adjustments by pressing either
the ESC key or START key (to run the measurement Fig. 17. Set-up menu in
directly). The settings displayed last are stored. Diagnostic Test
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DIAGNOSTIC TEST Name of selected function
SETTING PARAMETERS:
Unominal 5000V Set test voltage – step 25 V
Time1 01min Time node to take R1min result
Time2 02min Time node to take R2min result and
calculate DAR
Time3 03min Time node to take R3min result and
calculate PI
DD on/off ON ON: DD enabled, OFF: DD disabled
Time1, Time2 and Time3 are timers with the same start point. The value of each
presents the duration from the start of the measurement. The maximum time is 100 min.
The following Fig.18 shows the timer relationships.
0 Time1 Time2 Time3 t
Start Stop
R15s R01min R03min
DAR PI
(if enabled DD)
Time1  Time2
Time2  Time3
Fig. 18. Timer relations

parameters in the Diagnostic Test function:
see the Fig. 19.
 keys;
to basic Set-up menu in the Diagnostic Test function. Fig. 19. Set-up menu in
- Complete the set-up adjustments pressing either the ESC Diagnostic Test
key or START/STOP key (to run the measurement measurement
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Fig. 20. Set-up menu of the Graph R(t)
Notes:
- The time duration of Graph R(t) is equal to the value of Timer 3.
Warning!
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5.7. Step Voltage Insulation Resistance testing

disabled.
Fig. 21. Step Voltage function display states - Graph R(t) enabled
 graphical mode
 numerical mode
Note:
Fig. 22. Step Voltage function display states - Graph R(t) enabled
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In this test, the insulation is measured in five equal time periods with test voltages from
one fifth of the final test voltage up to full voltage (see the Fig. 23). This function
illustrates the relationship of a materials Insulation resistance and its applied voltage.
- Connect the test leads to the instrument and to the test object.
- Wait until set timer runs out, (the result will be displayed).
- Wait for the object under test to discharge.
- The results can be saved by pressing the MEM key twice, see the chapter 6.1. Store,
Recall and Clear Operation.
U
U
0.8U
0.6U
0.4U
0.2U
0 T 2T 3T 4T 5T t
Fig. 23. Step-up test voltage

STEP VOLTAGE Name of selected function
Fil0 (Fil1, Fil2, Fil3) Filter type enabled, see the chapter 5.3.
Configuration
5000V Set test voltage – step 125 V
U=5308V Actual test voltage – measured value
I=266nA Actual test current – measured value
C=1.2nF Capacitance of measured object
Tm:05min 00s Actual test duration
R1000V=20.0G Last result of 1st step
R2000V=20.0G Last result of 2nd step
R3000V=20.0G Last result of 3rd step
R4000V=19.9G Last result of 4th step
R5000V=19.9G Last result of 5th step
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U1=1077V 1st step voltage

U2=2142V 2nd step voltage
U3=3239V 3rd step voltage
U4=4283V 4th step voltage
U5=5308V 5th step voltage
Notes:
- Timer information is displayed from the start of the measurement until the completion
of each step measurement.
- Timer information shows the complete measurement period after the completion of
the measurement.
- The value of capacitance is measured during the final discharge of test object.
-
Setting up parameters for the Step Voltage test:
- Press the SELECT key, (the Set-up menu (Fig. 24)
will appear on the display);
- Select the parameter (line) to be set using the  and
 keys;
- Adjust the parameter using the  and  keys.
Complete the parameter adjustments by pressing either
the ESC or the START/STOP key (to run the
measurement directly). The settings displayed last will
be saved Fig. 24. Set-up menu in Step
Voltage Test

STEP VOLTAGE Name of selected function
SETTING PARAMETERS:
Unominal 5000V Set test voltage – step 1000 V
Step Time 01min Duration of measurement per step

parameters in the Step Voltage function:
see the Fig. 25.
 keys;
to basic Set-up menu in the Step Voltage function. Fig. 25. Set-up menu in
- Complete the set-up adjustments pressing either the ESC Step Voltage
key or START/STOP key (to run the measurement measurement
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Fig. 26. Set-up menu of the Graph R(t)
Notes:
- The time duration of Graph R(t) is equal to the value of Step Time Multiplied by 5.
Warning!
5.8. Withstanding voltage

This function offers Withstanding Voltage test of insulation material. It covers two types
of tests:
a) Breakdown voltage testing of high voltage device, e.g. transient suppressors and
b) DC withstanding voltage test for insulation coordination purposes.
Both functions require breakdown current detection. The test voltage increases step by
step from the Start up to the Stop value over a predefined time and it is kept at the Stop
value for a predefined test time, see the figure below.
Both functions require breakdown current detection. In the function, the test voltage is
increased from the starting voltage to the stop voltage over a predefined time (set by the
parameters). The Stop voltage is then maintained for a predefined test time, (see the
Fig. 27).
Ut Ut
Ustop
Ustep
Ustart Ustart
Ub
0 t 0 t
Tstep Tend
Fig. 27. Test voltage presentation without breakdown (left part) and with breakdown
(right part)
Ut ........ Test voltage
Ustop... End test voltage
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Ustep... Voltage step approx. 25 V (fixed value - not presetable)

Ustart .. Starting voltage
Tstep ... Test voltage duration per step
Tend .... Constant test voltage duration after reaching End value
t ........... Time
Ub ....... Breakdown voltage
Selecting this function displays the following states. The Fig. 28 shows the initial screen
and a screen with results after the completion of a measurement.
Fig. 28. Withstanding Voltage function display states

WITHSTANDING VOLTAGE DC Name of selected function
2000V Start test voltage
7000V Stop test voltage
7221V Actual test voltage – measured value
I=0.002mA Actual test current – measured value
tm:01min 00s Timer information
Measuring procedure:
- Connect the test leads to the instrument and to the measured object.
- Wait until the set timers run out or until breakdown occurs, (the result will be
displayed).
- . Wait for the object under test is discharge.
- The result can be saved by pressing the MEM key twice, see the chapter 6.1 Store,
Recall and Clear Operation.
Note:
- Breakdown is detected when the measured current reaches or exceeds the set
current level Itrig.
Notes:
- The timer shows the time needed to complete each step during the measurement
and it shows the total measurement period after the completion of the measurement.
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WITHSTANDING VOLTAGE DC Name of selected function
SETTING PARAMETERS:
Ustart 2000V Start test voltage, step = 25 V
Ustop 7000V Stop test voltage, step = 25 V
Tstep 00min 00s Duration of test voltage per one step
Tend 01min 00s Duration of constant test voltage after reaching
stop value
Itrigg 1.500mA Set trigger leakage current, step = 10 A
Setting up parameters for Withstanding Voltage:

- Press the SELECT key, (the set-up menu (Fig. 29)
appears on the display).
- Select the parameter (line) to be set using the  and 
keys;
- Adjust the parameter using the  and  keys or skip
to the next sub-parameter by pressing the SELECT
key.
- Complete the parameter adjustments by pressing Fig. 29. Set-up menu in
either the ESC or the START/STOP key (to run the Withstanding Voltage function
measurement directly). The settings displayed last will
be saved.
Tstep and Tend are independent timers. The maximum time for each timer is 30 min
60 s. Tend begins after the completion of the ramp period. Ramp period can be
calculated from:
Tramp  Tstep(Ustop – Ustart) / 25 V
If Tstep is set to 00min 00s, then the ramp voltage increases by approximately 25 V
every 2s.
Warning!
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Operation with Results
6. Working with your Results

6.1. Storing, Recalling and Clearing Results
The instrument contains battery supported storage memory to retain results when power
is disconnected. This enables the test engineer to make the measurements and then to
recall them later on. This way the engineer can analyze and print results on the
instrument or transfer them to a computer for further analysis.
After pressing the MEM key, the memory

menu (Fig. 30) is displayed. Here the
engineer has the option to save, recall and
clear results
SAVE CLR RCL nnnn
The nnnn means ser. number of stored Fig. 30. Storage operation menu
result.
-
There are the following possibilities are selectable using the  or  arrow keys:
- To store result: Highlight SAVE and confirm by pressing the MEM key. If graph R(t)
is enabled in the measurement, it will be automatically saved with the measurement.
- To recall stored result: Highlight RCL and confirm by pressing the MEM key. The last
stored result will be displayed. The menu is replaced with:
Recall measurement without the graph R(t):

Recall: 0006
Recall measurement with the graph R(t):

Recall: 0007 G
“0006” and “0007” represents the serial number of the stored results. G letter means
the graph R(t), if added. Results can be scrolled through by using the  and  keys.
To see the Graph R(t) press the SELECT key, to go back to the numerical
measurement result press the ESC key.
The recall function can be exited by pressing the ESC or Start key.
- To clear the last stored result: highlight CLR and confirm by pressing the MEM key.
To clear the complete memory see paragraph 4.2. Configuration.
In addition to the main result also, the subresults and parameters of the selected
function are also recorded. The following is a list of all the data stored for each function.
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Function List of stored data

Voltage Function name
Measured voltage
Frequency the measured voltage
Ser. number of stored result
Date *
Time *
Insulation resistance Function name
Measured insulation resistance value
Set test voltage
Actual test voltage - measured value
Actual test current - measured value
Capacitance of the tested object
Duration of the measurement
Maximum detected value of measured resistance
Minimum detected value of measured resistance
Date *
Time *
Diagnostic test Function name
Last measured insulation resistance
Set test voltage
Duration of the complete test
Insulation Resistance value taken afterT1
DAR value
PI value
DD value
Date *
Time *
Withstanding voltage DC Function name
Last measured test voltage
Set Start voltage
Set Stop voltage
Set trigger current value
Set Step test time
Set End time
Actual test time (at Stop test voltage)
Date *
Time *
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Step voltage Function name

Last measured insulation resistance
Set test voltage
Complete duration of the measurement
First step measured resistance with its nominal voltage
First step actual test voltage - measured value
Second step measured resistance with its nominal voltage
Second step actual test voltage - measured value
Third step measured resistance with its nominal voltage
Third step actual test voltage - measured value
Fourth step measured resistance with its nominal voltage
Fourth step actual test voltage - measured value
Last step measured resistance with its nominal voltage
Last step actual test voltage - measured value
Ser. number of the stored result
Date *
Time *
Note:
 *Date and time of storing the test result are transferred to PC while date and time of
recalling are displayed when recalling results.
6.2. Transferring Data to a PC

Stored results can be transferred to a PC. A special communication program – TeraLink
–PRO has the ability to identify the instrument and download the data.
How to transfer the stored data:

- Connect the instrument to the COM port of the PC using the communication cable
(RS232 or USB).
- Power up both the PC and the instrument.
- In the CONFIGURATION menu of the instrument (chapter 4.2), set the
communication mode (RS232 or USB) and Baud Rate appropriately. At the end,
leave the CONFIGURATION menu by pressing the ESC button.
- Run the TeraLink-PRO program on the PC. In the Configuration / Com Port menu,
set the Com Port and Baud Rate appropriately. The Auto Find function can be used
to configure Com port Settings automatically. If Auto Find function is not successful
first time, try one more time.
- The PC and the instrument should automatically recognize each other.
With the TeraLink-PRO program, the following tasks can be performed.

- download data;
- clear instrument data;
- change and download user data;
- prepare a simple report form;
- prepare a file to import into a spreadsheet program.
The program Teralink-PRO.exe is a Windows 2000/XP/VISTATM based PC software
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Maintenance
7. Maintenance
7.1. Inspection
To maintain the operator’s safety and to ensure the reliability of the instrument it is
advisable to inspect the instrument on a regular basis. Check that the instrument and its
accessories are not damaged. If any defect is found please consult your service center,
distributor or manufacturer.
7.2. Inserting and charging batteries for the first time

Battery cells are stored in the bottom section of the instrument casing under the battery
cover (see Fig. 31). When inserting batteries for the first time please note the following:
 Disconnect any measurement accessories or mains supply cable connected to

the instrument before opening the battery cover to avoid electric shock.
 Remove the battery cover.
 Insert the batteries correctly (see Fig. 31), otherwise the test instrument will
not operate!
 To easy insert the batteries to the battery holder first insert the upper and the
lower batteries in each columns and at end the middle batteries.
 The battery cover has to be placed and fixed back.
Connect the instrument to the mains power supply for 20 hours to fully charge batteries.
(Typical charging current is 600 mA).
When you charge the batteries for the first time, it normally takes about 3 charge and
discharge cycles for the batteries to regain full capacity.
7.3. Replacing and charging batteries

The instrument is designed to be power by rechargeable battery supported by mains
supply. The LCD contains an indication of battery condition (lower left section of LCD).
When the low-battery indication appears the batteries have to be recharged, connect the
instrument to the mains power supply for 20 hours to recharge cells. The typical
charging current is 600 mA.
Note:
 The operator does not need to disconnect the instrument from mains supply after the
full recharging period. The instrument can be connected permanently.
Fully charged rechargeable batteries can supply the instrument for approx. 4 hours.
(Continues testing at 10kV)
If the batteries have been stored for a long time, it normally takes about 3 charge and
discharge cycles for the batteries to regain full capacity.
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Battery cells are stored in the bottom section of the instrument casing under the battery
cover (see Fig. 31). In case the batteries become defective please note the following:
 Turn the power off and disconnect any measurement accessories or mains
supply cable connected to the instrument before opening the battery cover to
avoid electric shock.
 Remove the battery cover.
 All six cells have to be replaced and they have to be of the same type.
 To easy remove batteries from battery holder first remove the middle batteries
in each columns and then the others (see the Fig. 31).
 Insert the batteries correctly (see Fig. 31), otherwise the test instrument will
not operate and battery may be discharged!
 To easy insert batteries to battery holder first insert the upper and the lower
batteries in each columns and at end the middle batteries.
 The battery cover has to be placed and fixed back.
 The Instrument will only work when rechargeable batteries are inside the
instrument
Nominal power supply voltage is 7.2 V DC. Use six NiMH with D cells (dimensions:
diameter = 33 mm, height = 58 mm). See the Fig. 31 for correct polarity of the batteries.
Fig. 31. Correct polarity of inserted batteries
Ensure batteries are used and disposed of in accordance with Manufacturers guidelines
and in accordance with Local and National Authority guidelines!
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7.3. Cleaning
Use a soft cloth, slightly moistened with soapy water or spirit to clean the surface of the
instrument and leave the instrument to dry totally before using it.
Notes!
 Do not use liquids based on petrol or hydrocarbons!
 Do not spill cleaning liquid over the instrument!
7.4. Calibration
It is essential that all measurement instruments be regularly calibrated. For occasional
daily use, we recommend an annual calibration to be carried out. When the instrument is
used continuously every day, we recommend calibrating the instrument every six
months.
7.5. Service
For repairing under or out of warranty period contact your distributor for further
information.
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MI 3200 TeraOhm 10 kV Specifications
8. Specifications
8.1. Measurement specifications
Note: All data regarding accuracy is given for nominal (reference) environment condition.
Insulation resistance
Nominal test voltage: Any within 500 and 10000 V
Current capability of test generator: >1 mA
Short-circuit test current: 5 mA  10 %
Automatic discharge of tested object: yes
Measuring range Riso: 0.12 M up to 10 T
Display range Riso Resolution
5  999 k 1 k
1.00  9.99 M 10 k
10.0  99.9 M 100 k
100  999 M 1 M
1.00  9.99 G 10 M
10.0  99.9 G 100 M
100  999 G 1 G
1.00  10.00 T 10 G
Notes:
 Full-scale value of resistance (RFS) depends on nominal test voltage (UN) and is
defined according to the following equation:
R FS
 1*109 Ω/V   U N V 
 Accuracy versus full-scale resistance is defined in table below:
Measuring range () Accuracy

RFS
R (5 % of reading + 3 digits)
10
RFS
 R  RFS (15 % of reading + 1 digits)
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DC test voltage:
Voltage value: Any value within 500 V and 10 kV, steps by 25 V.
Accuracy: -0 / +10 % + 20 V.
Output power: 10 W max.
Display range Test voltage (V) Resolution Accuracy
0  9999 V 1V (3 % of reading + 3 V)
10 kV 0.1 kV (3 % of reading)
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Current:
Display range I (mA) Resolution Accuracy
1.00  5.50 mA 10 A
100  999 A 1 A
10.0  99.9 A 100 nA
1.00  9.99 A 10 nA (5 % of reading + 0.05 nA)
100  999 nA 1 nA
10.0  99.9 nA 0.1 nA
0.00  9.99 nA 0.01 nA
Noise current rejection (resistive load)

Filter option Maximum current @ 50Hz (mA r.m.s).
Fil0 1.5
Fil1 2.5
Fil2 4.5
Fil3 5
Generator Capability vs Resistance
12
10
8
[ kV ]
0
0.1 1 10 100
[ M ]
Utest=10kV Utest=5kV
Dielectric absorption ratio DAR

Display range DAR Resolution Accuracy
0.01  9.99 0.01 (5% of reading + 2digits)
10.0  100.0 0.1 (5% of reading)
Polarization index PI
Display range PI Resolution Accuracy
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0.01  9.99 0.01 (5 % of reading + 2 digits)

10.0  100.0 0.1 (5% of reading)
Dielectric discharge test DD

Display range DD Resolution Accuracy
0.01  9.99 0.01 (5 % of reading + 2 digits)
10.0  100.0 0.1 (5% of reading)
Capacitance range for DD test: 5 nF to 50 F.
Step voltage
DC test voltage:
Voltage value: Any value within 2000 V (400 V, 800 V, 1200 V, 1600 V, 2000 V)
and 10 kV (2000 V, 4000 V, 6000 V, 8000 V, 10 kV), steps by
125 V.
Accuracy: -0 / +10 % + 20 V.
0  9999 V 1V (3 % of reading + 3 V)
Withstanding voltage DC
DC test voltage:
Voltage value: Any value within 500V and 10kV.
Accuracy: -0 / +10 % + 20 V.

0  9999 V 1V (3 % of reading + 3 V)
Leakage current
Display range Itrigg (mA) Resolution Accuracy
0.000  0.009 1 A (3 % of reading + 3 digits)
0.01  5.50 10 A (3 % of reading)
Voltage
Voltage AC or DC
Display range External Voltage (V) Resolution Accuracy
0  600 1V (3 % of reading + 4 V)
Frequency of external voltage

Display range (Hz) Resolution Accuracy
0 and 45  65 0.1 Hz 0.2 Hz
Note:
- for frequency between 0 and 45 Hz displayed <45 Hz
- for frequency over 65 Hz displayed >65 Hz
Input resistance: 3 M  10 %
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Capacitance
Measuring range C: 50 F*
Display range C Resolution Accuracy
0.0  99.9 nF 0.1 nF
100  999 nF 1 nF (5 % of reading + 2 digits)
1.00  50.00 F 10 nF
*Full-scale value of capacitance is defined according to the following equation:
CFS = 10 F * Utest[kV]
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8.2. General specifications

Battery power supply...................................... 7.2 V DC (6 × 1.2VDC NiMH D size)
Mains power supply ....................................... 90-260 V AC, 45-65 Hz, 70 VA
....................................................................... (300V CAT III)
Protection classification .................................. double insulation
Over-voltage category .................................... CAT IV 600 V
Pollution degree ............................................. 2
Degree of protection....................................... IP 65 with case closed
Dimensions (w × h × d) .................................. 36 x 16 x 33 cm
Weight (without accessories, with batteries) .. 5.5 kg
Visual and sound warnings ............................ yes
Display ........................................................... LCD dot matrix with backlight - (160 x 116)
Memory .......................................................... Non-volatile internal memory,
1000 numerical measurements with time
and date.
ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS
Working temperature range ........................... -10  50 °C
Nominal (reference) temperature range ......... 10  30 °C
Storage temperature range ............................ -20  +70 C.
Maximum humidity ........................................ 90% RH (0  40 °C) non-condensing
Nominal (reference) humidity range ............... 40  60 % RH
Working nominal altitude ................................ up to 3000m
Storage nominal altitude ................................ up to 10000m
AUTOCALIBRATION
Auto-calibration of measuring system ............ every time after turning power on
CONNECTING SYSTEM
Two safety banana sockets ............................ +OUT, -OUT (5kV CAT I, Double)
Two GUARD. banana sockets ....................... GUARD (600V CAT IV, Double)
Guard resistance ............................................ 400 k 10 %
DISCHARGING
Every time after measurement completion.
Discharging resistance: .................................. 425 k  10 %
RS232 SERIAL COMMUNICATION
RS232 serial communication ......................... galvanic separated
Baud rates: ..................................................... 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 baud, 1 stop bit,
no parity.
Connector: ..................................................... standard RS232 9-pin D female.
USB COMMUNICATION
USB slave communication ............................. galvanic separated
Baud rates ...................................................... 115000 baud,
Connector ...................................................... standard USB connector - type B.
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CLOCK
Built-in Real time clock ................................... Displayed permanently and stored as a
parameter in combination with the result.
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TeraOhm 10 kV

Tel.: +386 1 75 58 200

1. General introduction .................................................................................................. 4

Available functions offered by the TeraOhm 10 kV Tester:

1.2. Applied Standards

2.2. Operator’s Panel

Fig. 1. Front panel

Use original test accessories only!

1 .......... START/STOP key to start or stop any measurement.

7 ..........  cursor key to decrease the selected parameter.

2.4. Test leads

2.4.3. Guard test lead with alligator clib

3. Warnings and notes

 The symbol on the test equipment means “Hazardous voltage may be

Warnings related to measurement functions:

 Use only standard or optional test accessories supplied by your distributor!

Handling with capacitive loads

 Note that 40 nF charged to 1 kV or 4 nF charged to 10 kV are hazardous live!

Warnings related to Batteries:

 Use only NiMh rechargeable batteries (D size)!

Measuring test leads should be disconnected during autocalibration. If not, the

Fig. 2. First introduction Fig. 3. Auto-calibration state Fig. 4. Main Menu

- CONDITIONS OUT OF RANGE: PRESS START TO CONTINUE

Mains powered instrument operation

Note: It is not recommended to connect or disconnect the instrument to mains supply

* measuring mode When the instrument is performing a test.

Backlight operation (battery powered instrument)

Backlight operation (mains powered instrument)

1. Use  and  arrows to select parameter (line) to be adjusted.

To clear all memory locations:

1. Highlight the Memory Clear option using  and  arrows.

Fig. 5a. Configuration menu

Parameter Value Note

Table 1a. Parameters in Configuration menu

3. Use  and  arrows to select parameter (line) to be adjusted.

Fig. 5b. Setup menu

Parameter Value Note

Table 1b. Parameters in Setup menu

Typical insulation tests

Electrical representation of insulating material

Some application examples for using Teraohm 10 kV

Basic Insulation resistance test

Voltage dependence test – Step voltage test

Time dependence test – Diagnostic test

General applicable values:

DD value Tested material status

Withstanding voltage test

Standard (only sample values) Voltage

Humidity and insulation resistance measurements

5.2. Guard terminal

Fig. 8. Connection of GUARD terminal to measured object

Result using GUARD terminal: RINS = Ut / IA = Ut / IM ……correct result.

It is recommended to use the GUARD connection when high insulation resistance

5.3. Filter options

Filter option Meaning

Table 2. Filter options

THE PURPOSE OF FILTERING

5.4. Voltage measurement

Fig. 9. Voltage function display states