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NXT4
Polyphase meter for commercial, industrial and
extended domestic applications

EN Instructions for use

Scope of delivery................................................................................................ 2
Important information......................................................................................... 2
Target group................................................................................................... 2
Intended use.................................................................................................. 2
Maintenance and warranty instructions.......................................................... 3
Care and disposal information....................................................................... 3
Basic safety instructions................................................................................. 4
General description............................................................................................ 4
Technical data.................................................................................................... 5
Housing, display and control elements............................................................... 6
Name plate..................................................................................................... 7
LC display....................................................................................................... 8
Installation and start-up.................................................................................... 10
Mounting the meter...................................................................................... 10
Connecting the meter................................................................................... 12
Terminal blocks............................................................................................. 14
Readout battery (accessory)........................................................................ 19
Terminal cover.............................................................................................. 19
Abbreviations.................................................................................................... 20
EU Declaration of Conformity........................................................................... 22

Version: 28 April 2022; Subject to technical changes NXT4-BIA-E-1.82

Scope of delivery
Please check the contents of the packing box are complete before
starting with the installation and start-up procedure.
y 1 NXT4 device
y 1 Instructions for use
y Accessory (optional):
• Readout battery
• Path separator
If the contents are incomplete or damaged, please contact your supplier.
Store, use and transport the device in such a way that it is protected
against moisture, dirt and damage.
Important information
These instructions for use are part of the documentation. These
instructions list all the different device versions. Some of the features
described herein may not be applicable for your particular device.

More comprehensive information about the device is available

in the product manual. Please also observe all the documents
included with other components.

Target group
These instructions are intended for technicians who are responsible
for the installation, connection and servicing of the devices. The device
may only be installed and started up by qualified electricians in accord-
ance with the generally accepted technology standards and, where
applicable, the definitive regulations governing the erection of communi-
cation equipment and terminal devices.

Intended use
The meter is intended to be used solely for the measurement of electri-
cal energy, and it must not be operated outside the specified technical
data (see name plate).

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Maintenance and warranty instructions
The device requires zero maintenance. It is not permitted to make any
repairs in the event of any damage (e.g. due to transport, storage). If
the device is opened, the warranty will be rendered null and void.
The same applies where a defect is caused by external factors (e.g.
lightning, water, fire, extreme temperatures and weather conditions), or
by improper or careless use or handling.
The seals may only be broken by authorized personnel.

Care and disposal information

Use a dry cloth to clean the device housing. Do not use any chemical
cleansing agents!
The following table names the components and how they are to be
treated at the end of their life cycle.

Components Waste collection and disposal

Printed circuit Electronic waste: Dispose of such waste in
boards accordance with the local regulations.
LEDs, LC Hazardous waste: Dispose of such waste in
displays accordance with the local regulations.
Metal parts Recyclable material: Collect this material and sort it
into separate metal containers.
Plastic parts Send sorted plastic parts to a recycling plant
(regranulation) or, where applicable, to a waste
incineration plant (thermal energy generation).
Batteries Take safety precautions against short circuits before
disposing of the batteries. Dispose of the batteries
in their original packaging or insulate the terminals.
Do not dispose of batteries with the domestic waste;
instead, observe the locally applicable waste and
environmental protection standards.

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Basic safety instructions
Please adhere to the following basic safety instructions:
y Read all the enclosed instructions and information.
y Observe the warnings on the device and in the documents.
y Always be aware of safety issues and hazards when working on the
device.
y The customary local occupational health and safety regulations for
electrical installations must be observed during assembly, installation
and removal of the device.
y Make sure that the installation and operating location of the device
meets the specifications in the technical data.
y Before assembly, check the devices for any transport damage or
other externally visible damage.
y Only use the device if it is in a technically flawless state, and solely in
line with its intended use.
y The connection cables used to connect a meter must be selected
to match the maximum load of the meter and the installation environ-
ment in terms of type, cross-section, voltage and temperature.
y Attach ferrules to flexible wires.
y Observe the maintenance and warranty instructions.
y If the mains power fails and then returns, there is no need to do
anything to the meter.

General description
The meter is used for measuring electrical variables in industrial and
commercial applications. It is available for indirect connection up to a
maximum of 20 A and for direct connection up to a maximum of 120 A.
The active energy is measured to an accuracy class of 1 S or 0.5 S.

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Technical data
Voltage, current, frequen- See name plate
cy, utilisation category
Overvoltage category OVC III (as per EN 62052-31)

Rated peak withstand 4 kV (as per EN 62052-31)

voltage
Input
System voltage 58...277 V, 2 each
Output
Optocoupler MOSFET 58... 240 V AC/DC, 0.1 A
Relay 58... 240 V AC/DC, 2 A NO
Temperature range Defined operating range:
-25°C...+55°C
Limit for operation:
-40°C...+70°C
Limit for storage and transport:
-40°C...+70°C
Humidity Maximum 95%, non-condensing, as per
EN 62052-11, EN 50470-1 and EN 60068‑2‑30
Protection class II
Degree of protection Housing: IP 54
Connections: IP 31
Fire properties As per EN 62052-11
Environmental conditions Mechanical: M1 as per Measuring Instruments
Directive (2014/32/EU)
Electromagnetic: E2 as per Measuring Instru-
ments Directive (2014/32/EU)
Intended operating site: Interior as per
EN 50470-1
Weight Approx. 1.3 kg (with relay 1.7 kg)

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Housing, display and control elements

1 - Meter cover sealing screw

2 - Reset button, sealable
3 - Call-up button
4 - Optical data interface D0, optical call-up button, left
5 - Test LEDs
6 - Space for transformer plate (for transformer connected meters only)
7 - Terminal cover, sealable
8 - Terminal cover sealing screw
9 - Meter cover, sealable
10 - LC display

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Name plate

1 - Registered quadrants
2 - Overvoltage category
3 - Accuracy class
4 - Utilisation category
5 - Recess for test LEDs
6 - Product standard
7 - Assignment of inputs and outputs, interfaces
8 - Information about connection to meter, connection diagram
9 - Temperature class as per EN 60721-3-3
10 - Conformity and certification marking
11 - Safety and application information
12 - Voltage, current and frequency
13 - Type designation and type code
14 - Manufacturer’s address
15 - Serial number
16 - Year of construction
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LC display

1. The operation display shows the energy direction that is currently

being measured by the meter (supply/draw of active power,
inductive/capacitive reactive power). If a load current is flowing
through the meter, the energy direction arrow indicates which
quadrant is being used for the measurement, e.g.:

1st quadrant +P/+Q 3rd quadrant –P/–Q

2nd quadrant +P/+Q 4th quadrant +P/–Q

2. The battery status indicator shows the residual capacity of the

readout battery or the internal power reserve of the real time clock.
=F
 ull power, the real time clock is buffered in this instance
=P
 ower reserve run-down, readout battery is empty or not
available. In this instance, the real time clock cannot be
buffered.
3. The communication display lights up permanently when the data
interface (optical or electrical) and the meter are communicating. It
flashes on and off when the parameterisation status is active.
4. The phase display indicates when individual phase voltages
are applied. All 3 symbols flash on and off when the rotating field
is wrong.
5. The unit shown matches the type of energy being measured or the
measured value displayed.
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6. The additional cursor field displays the operating states for
the meter. The arrows indicate whether any manipulation or an
installation error was registered or if the power threshold was
exceeded.
MAN The cursor is active where any manipulation of the terminal
cover, meter cover or any magnetic influence is registered.
PWR1 The cursor is active if the first defined power threshold in
the meter was exceeded.
PWR2 The cursor is active if the second defined power threshold
in the meter was exceeded.
7. The standard cursor field displays the operating states for the
meter. The arrows indicate which tariff and maximum meter are
active, and how the meter is being controlled (clock or ripple control
receiver).
T1 - T4 Tariff information for energy. All activatable tariff indexes
are denoted on the name plate.
M1 - M4 Tariff information for power. All activatable power indexes
are denoted on the name plate.
TST The cursor is displayed if test mode is activated.
RL The cursor flashes on and off as long as a resetting
lock is active.
CLOCK The cursor is active when the internal device clock
actuates the tariff meter.
SET The cursor is active when the meter is in the Set mode.

8. The value area displays the measured values.

9. The code area defines the measured values according to the OBIS
key. The display can show all six value groups.

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Installation and start-up
The meter can be wall-mounted as per DIN 43857-2.
The following figures show the relevant dimensions for mounting the
meter, depending on the model involved.

Mounting the meter

a) Meter with short terminal cover

Dimensions in mm

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b) Meter with long terminal cover

Dimensions in mm

c) Meter with VARIOMOD NXT meter modem

Dimensions in mm

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Connecting the meter

DANGER
Risk of fatal injury in case of contact with live parts!
During installation or when replacing the meter, the wires connected to
the meter must be de-energised.
y Remove the corresponding pre-fuses and store them in a secure
location to ensure that no-one else can insert the pre-fuses again
without being noticed.
y If you use selective automatic circuit breakers for system discon-
nection, secure them to prevent them from being switched-on again
without being noticed.
y Before the installation of a meter, make sure that the consequences
of disconnecting the electrical system will not result in immediate
danger to the life or health of persons or cause any economic
damage.
y To avoid any immediate hazards or damage, take appropriate
measures to prevent malfunctions before disconnection of the
system.
y Do not use the internal disconnection relay as a load disconnecting
switch when disconnecting electrical systems.
y Use the specified screw-type terminals only for installation and
connection of the meter.
y Route the connection cables in the vicinity of the meter connection
terminals in such a way that they are not kinked or jammed when
the terminal cover is fitted into place.

DANGER
Risk of fatal injury due to arcing and electric shock!
The voltage taps in the meter are not fuse-protected, and are connect-
ed directly to the main voltage.
y External devices that are operated using the meter’s voltage taps
must be fuse-protected with a pre-fuse of ≤ 0.5 A in accordance with
the applicable technical regulations.

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 DANGER
Risk of fatal injury due to arcing and electric shock!
The inputs and outputs for the additional terminal, including the external
power supply inputs, are not fuse-protected in the meter.
y The inputs/external power supply inputs must be fuse-protected with
a pre-fuse of ≤ 0.5 A in accordance with the applicable technical
regulations.
y The outputs must be fuse-protected as per the current specifications
on the meter name plate in accordance with the applicable technical
regulations.

ATTENTION
Application of excessive torque will damage the connection
terminals!
The appropriate torque is dependent on the type of connection line
involved and its maximum current.
y Tighten the connection terminals to the corresponding torque as per
EN 60999-1.

When connecting the meter, always observe the corresponding

connection diagram, which is located on the meter’s name
plate or, where applicable, in the delivery documents.

Using an additional module:

Adapters, spacers, cable connections and suchlike may not be
installed between the meter and the (optional) additional module,
e.g. the modem.

For data interfaces, shielded cables must be used from 3 m

cable length upwards.

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Terminal blocks
a) Transformer connected meter

DANGER
Risk of fatal injury in case of contact with live parts!
y The electrician is responsible for coordination of the rating and
line-side properties of the overcurrent protection devices with the
maximum rated current.
y The transformer connected meter must be fuse-protected in a
voltage circuit using a pre-fuse with < 6 A.
y The current paths must be fuse-protected as per the current specifi-
cations on the meter’s name plate in accordance with the applicable
technical regulations.

DANGER
Risk of fatal injury from high voltage when power converters
disconnected!
In transformer connected meters, the high voltage generated on a dis-
connected power converter can cause fatal injuries, and will destroy
the power converter.
y Before disconnecting the current paths, short-circuit the secondary
circuits of the power converter at its testing terminals.

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Transformer Main connection Additional
connected meters terminals terminals
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,
9, 11
Terminal dimensions
5.3 x 5.5 2.6 x 2.2
W x H (mm)
Minimum connection
2.5 1.0
cross sections (mm²)
Maximum connection
10.0 2.5
cross sections (mm²)
Maximum torques (Nm) 1.5 ---
Screw type Screw with washer Spring-loaded
assembly with slot and terminals
Pozidriv PZ1 drive
Thread size M4 ---
* Rated connection capacity based on EN 60999-1

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b) Meter for direct connection at 120 A

DANGER
Improper installation endangers life and health, and can lead to
malfunctions and material damage!
y Use an overcurrent protection device rated for a maximum of 120 A
as per the applicable Technical Connection Rules for Power Instal-
lations (e.g. selective main line circuit breaker) upstream of a meter
with direct connection.
y The connecting paths must be fuse-protected as per the applicable
technical regulations and in accordance with the current specifica-
tion on the meter’s name plate.
y The installer bears responsibility for coordinating the rated values
and parameters of the supply-side overcurrent protection devices
with the maximum rated currents as well as the rated consumption
category of the meter system for directly connected meters.
y The connection cables used to connect a meter must be selected to
match the maximum load of the meter and the installation environ-
ment in terms of type, cross-section, voltage and temperature.

Meter with direct Main connection Additional

connection up to 120 A terminals terminals
1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12
Terminal dimensions
9.8 x 10.0 2.6 x 2.2
W x H (mm)
Minimum connection
2.5 1.0
cross sections (mm²)
Maximum connection
35.0 2.5
cross sections (mm²)
Maximum torques (Nm) 3.5 ---
Screw type Screw with washer Spring-loaded
assembly with slot and terminals
Pozidriv PZ2 drive
Thread size M6 ---
* Rated connection capacity based on EN 60999-1

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c) Meter for direct connection at 100 A (with 3-phase cut-off device)

DANGER
Improper installation endangers life and health, and can lead to
malfunctions and material damage!
y Use an overcurrent protection device rated for a maximum of 100 A
as per the applicable Technical Connection Rules for Power Instal-
lations (e.g. selective main line circuit breaker) upstream of a meter
with direct connection.
y The connecting paths must be fuse-protected as per the applicable
technical regulations and in accordance with the current specifica-
tion on the meter’s name plate.
y The installer bears responsibility for coordinating the rated values
and parameters of the supply-side overcurrent protection devices
with the maximum rated currents as well as the rated consumption
category of the meter system for directly connected meters.
y The connection cables used to connect a meter must be selected to
match the maximum load of the meter and the installation environ-
ment in terms of type, cross-section, voltage and temperature.

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Meter with direct Main connection Additional
connection up to 100 A terminals terminals
(with 3-phase cut-off 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12
device)
Terminal dimensions
9.8 x 10.0 2.6 x 2.2
W x H (mm)
Minimum connection
2.5 1.0
cross sections (mm²)
Maximum connection
35.0 2.5
cross sections (mm²)
Maximum torques (Nm) 3.5 ---
Screw type Screw with washer Spring-loaded
assembly with slot and terminals
Pozidriv PZ2 drive
Thread size M6 ---
* Rated connection capacity based on EN 60999-1

Path separator (accessory)

When testing meters, the voltage
circuits are disconnected by a path
separator

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 Remove the path separator again when resuming normal
operation!

Readout battery (accessory)

The battery compartment is located in the sealable terminal cover. It can
be fitted with a lithium battery (CR 2450, 3 V), which can be replaced
when required.

CAUTION
Risk of explosion if replaceable battery is not replaced properly!
The replaceable battery may only be inserted or removed by qualified
personnel. Batteries can leak or self-ignite.
y Never short-circuit, damage, heat or force open batteries.
In delivery condition, the battery function is inactive.
1. Remove the battery from the holder
in the terminal cover.
2. Turn the battery around and then
insert it again. While doing so,
check the terminal direction (see
illustration in terminal cover).
3. Mount the terminal cover.

Terminal cover
To prevent any unauthorised access to the connection terminals, the
terminal cover is attached with sealing screws and secured with seals.

ATTENTION
Application of excessive torque will damage the device!
y Tighten the sealing screws to a maximum torque of 0.5 Nm.

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Abbreviations
D0 Optical interface as per EN 62056-21
DIN Deutsches Institut für Normung e.V.
(German Standardisation Institute)
EN European Norm
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IP Ingress Protection
LC Liquid Crystal
LED Light Emitting Diode
OBIS Object Identification System
P Active power
+P Positive active power (power drawn by customer)
-P Negative active power (power supplied by customer)
Q Reactive power
+Q Positive reactive power
-Q Negative reactive power
SH Selective main line protection
TAB Technical Connection Rules for Power Installations
UC Utilisation Category
OVC Overvoltage Category

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EU Declaration of Conformity

The current EU Declaration of Conformity is available on the

Internet site www.emh-metering.com in the “Products” area for
the meter’s product description.
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