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Digital Transformer
Ratiometer (DTR®)
Model 8510
TRANSFORMER RATIOMETERS
WITH AEMC INSTRUMENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................6
1.1 INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS.................................. 6
1.2 DEFINITION OF MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES....................... 6
1.3 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE ....................................................... 7
1.4 RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT...................................................... 7
1.5 ORDERING INFORMATION............................................................ 8
1.5.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts.............................................. 8
2. PRODUCT FEATURES.............................................................9
2.1 DESCRIPTION.................................................................................. 9
2.2 CONTROL FEATURES.................................................................. 10
2.3 CABLE IDENTIFICATION...............................................................11
3. SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................12
3.1 DTR ® 8510 SPECIFICATIONS....................................................... 12
3.2 BATTERY CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS................................... 13
4. DISPLAY FUNCTIONS...........................................................14
4.1 PROGRAM FLOW.......................................................................... 14
4.2 TOP LEVEL MENU......................................................................... 14
4.3 CONFIGURE INSTRUMENT......................................................... 15
4.3.1 Set Clock....................................................................................... 16
4.3.2 Setup Nameplate.......................................................................... 17
4.3.3 Select Test Type........................................................................... 20
4.3.4 Select Test Mode.......................................................................... 20
4.3.5 Select Storage Mode.................................................................... 21
4.3.6 Select Filter................................................................................... 22
4.3.7 Erase Memory.............................................................................. 23
4.3.8 Select Language........................................................................... 23
4.3.9 Restoring Factory Defaults........................................................... 24
4.4 RECALL DATA................................................................................ 25
5. OPERATION............................................................................27
5.1 POWER UP..................................................................................... 27
5.2 RUNNING A TEST......................................................................... 28
5.2.1 VT/PT Test.................................................................................... 28
5.2.2 Storing the Measurement Record (Manual and Auto Mode)........... 30
5.2.2.1 Manual Mode.........................................................................30
5.2.2.2 Auto Mode..............................................................................30
5.2.3 VT/PT Excitation Current.............................................................. 31
5.2.4 VT/PT Continuity Test................................................................... 31
5.2.5 CT Test......................................................................................... 31
5.3 TIPS FOR MAKING PRECISE RATIO MEASUREMENTS........ 33
5.4 RATIO TEST - 1:1........................................................................... 33
6. CONNECTIONS......................................................................35
6.1 CONNECTION DIAGRAMS........................................................... 35
6.2 POLYPHASE CONNECTIONS..................................................... 36
7. DATAVIEW ® SOFTWARE.......................................................37
7.1 INSTALLING DATAVIEW® ............................................................. 37
7.2 OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL............................................... 38
7.3 USING THE CONTROL PANEL.................................................... 40
7.4 CONFIGURING THE DTR ® 8510................................................... 42
7.5 RUNNING A TEST.......................................................................... 44
7.6 DOWNLOADING A TEST............................................................... 45
7.7 SAVING THE MEASUREMENT RECORDS................................ 46
7.8 REPORT GENERATION................................................................ 46
8. MAINTENANCE..................................................................... 48
8.1 CHARGING THE BATTERIES....................................................... 48
8.2 CLEANING...................................................................................... 50
8.3 REPAIR AND CALIBRATION........................................................ 51
8.4 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE........................................................... 51
8.5 LIMITED WARRANTY................................................................... 52
8.5.1 Warranty Repairs.......................................................................... 52
APPENDIX A...............................................................................53
DISPLAY MESSAGES......................................................................... 53
APPENDIX B...............................................................................55
TRANSFORMER SERIAL NUMBER CORRELATION TO OBJECT
NUMBER............................................................................................... 55
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing an AEMC® Instruments Digital Transformer
Ratiometer (DTR®.)
For best results from your instrument and for your safety, read the enclosed
operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use. Only
qualified and trained operators should use this product.
1.1 INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS
Signifies that the instrument is protected by double or reinforced insulation.
CAUTION - Risk of Danger! Indicates a WARNING. Whenever this symbol is

present, the operator must refer to the user manual before operation.
Indicates a risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this
symbol may be dangerous.
Ground/Earth
Indicates Important information to acknowledge
Battery
Fuse
USB socket
This product complies with the Low Voltage & Electromagnetic Compatibility
European directives.
In the European Union, this product is subject to a separate collection system
for recycling electrical and electronic components in accordance with directive
WEEE 2012/19/EU.
1.2 DEFINITION OF MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES

CAT IV: Corresponds to measurements performed at primary electrical
supply (< 1000 V).
Example: primary overcurrent protection devices, ripple control units,
and meters.
CAT III: Corresponds to measurements performed in the building installation
at the distribution level.
Example: hardwired equipment in fixed installation and circuit
breakers.
CAT II: Corresponds to measurements performed on circuits directly
connected to the electrical distribution system.
Example: measurements on household appliances and portable tools.
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1.3 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
These safety warnings are provided to ensure the safety of personnel and proper
operation of the instrument.
■ This instrument is protected from accidental voltages of not more than 50 V
with respect to earth. The guaranteed level of protection of this equipment
may be compromised if used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer.
■ Read the instruction manual completely and follow all safety information
before attempting to use or service this instrument.
■ The Digital Transformer Ratiometer DTR® Model 8510 is designed for use
on de-energized (dead) transformers only. Make sure the test sample is
completely disconnected from AC power and is fully discharged.
■ Only qualified personnel should use the DTR® 8510 .
■ The DTR® 8510 must not be used in a manner in which any of its components
(including test cables) are relied upon to provide protection from electric
shock. No high voltage insulation/protection is provided by any component of
the DTR® 8510. Always make sure the circuit is fully discharged before
attaching any test cables.
■ Do not touch, adjust, or reposition test cables while the DTR® is conducting a
test.
■ Use caution on any apparatus: potentially high voltages and currents may be
present and pose a shock hazard.
■ Safety is the responsibility of the user.
■ Only use the charging unit supplied with the instrument to recharge the
battery.
■ Never open the instrument while it is connected to AC power or when test
cables are connected to transformers, equipment, circuits, etc.
1.4 RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT
Upon receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent with
the packing list. Notify your distributor of any missing items. If the equipment
appears to be damaged, file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify
your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the
damaged packing container to substantiate your claim.
Digital Transformer Ratiometer (DTR®) Model 8510 - User Manual 7

1.5 ORDERING INFORMATION
Digital Transformer Ratiometer DTR® Model 8510.......................Cat. #2136.50
Includes NiMH batteries (installed), 115 V power cord, set of two 15 ft leads,
10 ft USB cable, external battery charger (90-264 VAC 50/60 Hz), soft carrying
case, DataView® software, and a user manual.
1.5.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts
Fuse - set of 5, 0.5 A 250 V (5 x 20 mm, Slow Blow)........................ Cat. #2118.53
Fuse - set of 5, 4 A 125V (5 x 20 mm, Slow Blow)............................ Cat. #2118.55
Lead - Set of two, 30 ft......................................................................Cat. #2136.76
Lead - Replacement Set of two, 15 ft................................................Cat. #2136.77
Battery - Replacement Set of two, 12 V NiMH rechargeable............Cat. #2136.78
Replacement Battery Charger...........................................................Cat. #2136.79
Replacement USB Cable, 10 ft.........................................................Cat. #2136.80
Power cord 115 V..............................................................................Cat. #5000.14
Clip - Safety Alligator - Black (1000 V CAT IV, 15 A).........................Cat. #5000.99
Clip - Safety Alligator - Red (1000 V CAT IV, 15 A)...........................Cat. #5000.00
Order Accessories and Replacement Parts Directly Online

Check our Storefront at www.aemc.com/store for availability

2. PRODUCT FEATURES
2.1 DESCRIPTION
The Digital Transformer Ratiometer DTR® Model 8510 is a lightweight, rugged,
portable instrument designed for onsite testing of power, potential and current
transformers.
Operation of the DTR® 8510 is fully automatic. No user calibration, range
selection, hand cranking or tedious balancing is required.
During each test cycle, the DTR® 8510 automatically checks for:
H/X lead reversal
Continuity of tested circuits/windings (if configured)
Short circuit conditions (high current)
Upon completion of a test cycle, the DTR® 8510 displays:
Turns Ratio: The ratio of the primary to secondary voltage at the transformer
terminals due to test excitation
Excitation Current: The RMS excitation current in the H winding due to test
excitation during negligible loading of the associated X winding
Polarity: Indicates the polarity (phase) of X relative to H
Deviation: Indicates the deviation from nameplate ratio in %
Turns Ratio, Excitation Current, Polarity and Deviation are useful parameters in
diagnosing and predicting a variety of faults that occur in power, potential and
current transformers.
The DTR® 8510 will display the following messages:
Incorrect Lead Connections
H/X Reversal (accidental step-up misconnection)
Short (excess excitation current)
Open Circuits
Circuit Continuity
Low Battery
In addition, the DTR® 8510 allows the user to store the data in automatic or
manual mode after each test eliminating the need to write down the test results.
Each measurement record is date and time stamped providing complete test
information.
The user can also save Nameplate voltages and compare the results as the data
is being gathered. The data can later be downloaded to a PC and analyzed using
the DataView® software package which is included with the product.
DataView® allows full control of the instrument.

NOTE: The DTR® 8510 utilizes an advanced, low-voltage, step-
down measurement technique in which the high voltage H windings
are subjected to test excitation. This results in greater operator
safety and the ability to test a much wider array of transformer types
and sizes.
2.2 CONTROL FEATURES

USE SPECIFIED
1 CHARGER ONLY
5
2 USE ONLY ON DE-ENERGIZED TRANSFORMERS
6
OFF/
CHARGE
ON 7
3
8
H CONTRAST
MEM
9
10
4 ENTER
X 11
50V CAT IV
TEST
DIGITAL TRANSFORMER RATIOMETER
DTR® MODEL 8510
1. Display: Displays data, status and control features of the instrument.

2. USB Connector: Allows connection to a computer for instrument
configuration set-up and status check, downloading of the stored data using
the DataView ® software and running a test.
3. High-side H Cable Connector (primary): Connection for the primary side
of the transformer.
4. Low-side X Cable Connector (secondary): Connection for the secondary
side of the transformer.
5. Battery Charge Input Connector: Allows the smart charger to charge the
batteries.
6. Power Switch: Turns the instrument ON or OFF (if the charger is not
connected). If the charger is connected, the batteries charge in
OFF/CHARGE position.
7. Operation and Battery Low Indicator: Green LED indicates that the
instrument is on and blinks when the batteries are getting low (<12 V). The
instrument will completely shut down when the batteries are below 8.7 V.

8. Display Contrast Adjustment: Allows adjustment of the display contrast.
9. Function Keys: Allows navigation of the menu and functions of the
instrument.
10. Backlight ( ) Control Button: Turns the display backlight ON or OFF.
11. Test Button: Runs the selected test when pressed and released.
2.3 CABLE IDENTIFICATION

Primary (H) Cable:
RED INLINE PLUG

"H" IDENTIFIER
5 PIN
H
CONNECTOR
H CABLE SET H
"H" IDENTIFIER
BLACK INLINE PLUG
Secondary (X) Cable:

RED INLINE PLUG
"X" IDENTIFIER
3 PIN
X
CONNECTOR
X CABLE SET
X
"X" IDENTIFIER
BLACK INLINE PLUG
Each cable is clearly marked. The Primary (H) cable has a 5-pin connector and
the Secondary (X) cable has a 3-pin connector. They cannot inadvertently be
connected incorrectly.

3. SPECIFICATIONS
Reference Conditions: 23 °C ± 5 °C (30 to 50) % RH) range. Add 25 ppm/°C from
(-10 to 18) °C and (28 to 50) °C to all accuracy specifications. No external
electrical or magnetic fields. Output current ≤150 mA for VT/PT and ≤ 50 mA for
CT. Calibration cycle is 1 year.
3.1 DTR® 8510 SPECIFICATIONS
DTR® 8510
ELECTRICAL
Ratio Range (VT/PT) Autoranging: 0.8000 to 8000:1
Accuracy (VT/PT) Ratio Range Accuracy (% of Reading)
(0.8000 to 9.9999) ± 0.2 %
(10.000 to 999.99) ± 0.1 %
(1000.0 to 4999.9) ± 0.2 %
(5000.0 to 8000.0) ± 0.25 %
Ratio Range (CT) Autoranging: (0.8000 to 1000.0)
Accuracy (CT) Ratio Range Accuracy (% of Reading)
(0.8000 to 1000.0) ± 0.5 %
Excitation Signal VT/PT Mode: 32 VRMS max
CT Mode: Auto Level (0 to 1) A, (0.1 to 4.5) VRMS
Excitation Current Range: (0 to 1000) mA
Display Accuracy: ± (2 % of Reading + 2 mA)
Excitation Frequency 70 Hz
Display Dual line alpha-numeric LCD, 16 x 2 characters with
contrast
adjustment and backlight control. Day/night visible.
Measurement Method In accordance with IEEE Std C57.12.90™-2006
Power Source Two 12 V, 5 x 2, 1650 mAH NiMH rechargeable battery
packs
Battery Life Up to 10 h of continuous operation.
Low battery indication.
Battery Charger Universal input (90 to 264) VRMS input, smart recharger
Charging Time <4 h
Data Storage 99 objects with 99 tests each
Date/ Time Battery-backed, Real-time clock
Communication USB. 2.0 compliant, optically isolated, 115.2 KB
Software DataView® analysis software included
MECHANICAL
Dimensions (10.70 x 9.76 x 5.12) in (272 x 248 x 130) mm
Weight 8.1 lbs (3.7 kg)
Connection XLR connectors

Leads 15 ft (4.6 m) H & X shielded with large color-coded
industrial alligator clips in carrying bag
Enclosure Heavy duty Polypropylene case, UL 94 V0
Vibration IEC 68-2-6 (1.5 mm to 55 Hz)
Shock IEC 68-2-27 (30 G)
Drop IEC 68-2-32 (1 m)
Index of Protection IP 40 (Instrument lid open) per EN 60529
IP 53 (Instrument lid closed) per EN 60529
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature (14 to 122) °F (-10 to 50) °C
Storage Temperature (-4 to 140) °F (-20 to 60) °C
Relative Humidity (10 to 85) % RH @ 35 °C
Altitude Up to 2000 m (6560 ft)
SAFETY
Safety Rating EN 61010-1; 50 V CAT IV; Pollution Degree 2
Double Insulated Yes
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
3.2 BATTERY CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS

DTR® 8510 BATTERY CHARGER
ELECTRICAL
No-load Voltage 41 V ±2 V
Fast Charge Current 0.9 A ±70 mA
Top-off Charge 130 mA ±40 mA
Charge Termination Options -dV, dT/dt
Input Rating (90 to 264) VAC /(47 to 63) Hz
Maximum Output Power 35 W
Trickle Charge Current 50 mA ±25 mA
Leakage Current <1 mA
(from battery with mains off)
MECHANICAL
Dimensions (4.22 x 2.64 x 1.44) in (107 x 67 x 36.5) mm
Weight 0.55 lbs (250 g)
Input Connection 2-pin IEC 320-C7
Output Connection NiMH: 3 PIN DIN
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature (-4 to 104) °F (-20 to 40) °C
SAFETY
Insulation Class II
Electrical Safety Approval EN 60601-1, EN 60950, EN 60335-2-29
EMC Standards EN 61000-6-3 (Emission), EN 61000-6-1 (Immunity)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

4. DISPLAY FUNCTIONS
4.1 PROGRAM FLOW
In order to use the instrument efficiently, it is important to understand the
program flow.
■ Pressing the ▼ and ▲ keys simultaneously allows going up one level (if there
is a level) in the program flow.
(Vertical navigation moving up a level).
■ Pressing the ▼ or ▲ key allows navigation within the level.
(Horizontal navigation).
■ Pressing the ENTER key allows the selection and display of choices one level
below (if there is a level) in the program flow.
(Vertical navigation moving down a level).
4.2 TOP LEVEL MENU
The instrument has a top level control as shown in Fig. 4-1.
The user can navigate around the ring by pressing the ▼ or ▲ key.
Main Screen
Configuration Recall Data
Figure 4-1
Once the instrument is turned on, it initializes and then displays the Main Screen:
Figure 4-2
Main Screen: Displays the Test Type, Test Mode, Filter [Fast (F), Normal
(N) or Slow (S)], Storage Mode [Auto (A) or Manual (M)] and the Present
Nameplate values (if enabled).
■ Configure Instrument: Configures the instrument (see § 4.3).
■ Recall Data: Stored data can be selected and displayed (see § 4.4).
NOTE: The program flow is two or three levels deep at various

points. The available choices for a level can be viewed by pressing
the ▼ or ▲ keys.

The ENTER key is used to select the following functions:
■ Enter configuration menu.
■ Enter Recall Data menu.
■ Initiate storage of test results, accept location parameters and store the
Measurement Record.
4.3 CONFIGURE INSTRUMENT
With the display showing Configure Instrument, press the ENTER key. The
configuration ring (see Figure 4-4) can be navigated around using the ▲ or ▼
key.
Figure 4-3
■ Set Clock: Allows the setting of Time and Date.

Setup Nameplate: Allows selection and editing of Present Nameplate
voltages or ratios. Predefined ratios can only be edited through DataView ®.
Select Test Type: Allows the selection of Test Type (VT/PT or CT).
Select Test Mode: Allows selection of the Test Mode (Ratio or Continuity/
Ratio in VT/PT Mode).
Select Storage Mode: Allows the selection of data storage mode (Automatic
or Manual).
Select Filter: Allows selection of filter (Fast, Normal, Slow).
See § 4.3.6.
Erase Memory: Allows deletion of all the stored measurement records
Select Language: Allows selection of language on the display (English,
French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese)
NOTE: To move one level up and return to Configure Instrument,

press the ▼▲ keys simultaneously.

Set
Clock
Select Setup
Language Nameplate
Select
Erase Memory
Test Type
Select Select
Filter Test Mode
Select
Storage Mode
Figure 4-4
4.3.1 Set Clock

1. Within the top level of Configure Instrument, press the ▼ or ▲ key until Set
Clock appears on the display, then press ENTER.
Figure 4-5

The Set Clock configuration allows you to format the following:
Date Format: Allows the formatting of the date.
(MM/DD/YY, DD/MM/YY, YY/MM/DD).
Figure 4-6
Time Format: Allows the formatting of the time (12 or 24 hours).
Figure 4-7
Set Date and Time: Allows the setting of the date and time in the selected
format.
NOTE: To Time must be set in the 24-hour format. It will be

displayed with AM/PM if the 12-hour format is chosen.
Figure 4-8
Example: To set the time to 2:50 PM, set the hour to 14 and the minutes to 50.
To maneuver between the Set Clock configuration settings, perform the following:
1. Within the top level of Configure Instrument, press the ▼ or ▲ key until Set
Clock appears on the display, then press ENTER to configure the date.
2. Use the ▼ or ▲ keys to view the choices. Press ENTER to make a selection.
Once the format is selected, the display returns to Date Format.
1. Use the ▼ or ▲ keys to navigate to the other date and time options or press
both ▼▲ keys together to return to the top level.
4.3.2 Setup Nameplate
Nameplate values are primary and secondary voltages (or ratios) associated
with a given transformer. This information is available on the Nameplate of
the transformer. The measured results will be compared with selected (edited)
Nameplate values and Deviation will be displayed and stored in % relative to these
values.
The DTR® 8510 allows the storage of 10 Nameplate voltages or ratios which can
be individually selected for a given test.

NOTE:
The Nameplate list of up to 10 transformers can be written to and saved only
using DataView ® software. The values in the list can be edited for use but
cannot be saved from the front panel.
The keys on the front panel can select any one of the 10 transformer
Nameplate values. Once the transformer values are selected, they can
be edited to a new value using the ▼, ▲ and ENTER keys. When the new
values are selected (even if they are not edited to new values), it becomes
the Present Nameplate and will be used for all subsequent VT/PT and CT
measurements. Deviation will be reported and stored using these values.
The Present Nameplate values will be retained in memory even if the
instrument is turned OFF and turned ON. However, it will not be saved in the
list from which it was originally selected.
The user can select another Nameplate from the list in the future and may or
may not edit the values. As soon as the new Nameplate values are selected
(and/or edited), it becomes the new Present Nameplate.
The Present Nameplate values are displayed in the Main Screen.
Each Measurement Record will record the Present Nameplate along
with other associated parameters and will be available when the data is
downloaded.
The Ratio of the nameplate values must be between (1 and 32767).
The Nameplate needs to be enabled. If the Nameplate is not enabled, the
Deviation % will not be reported after the measurements. Subsequently, the
stored values will not have Nameplate and Deviation % in the Measurement
Record.
NOTE: The Main Screen will display the Present Nameplate only if
it is Enabled. If it is not Enabled, it will display for Primary and
Secondary.
To configure the settings for the Nameplate, perform the following:

1. Within the top level of Configure Instrument, press the ▼ or ▲ key until
Setup Nameplate appears on the display, then press ENTER.
Figure 4-9

2. The display will show Enable with Yes and No choices. Press the ▼ key to
select Yes (Enable Nameplate).
Figure 4-10
3. The display will now show the following screen:
Figure 4-11
4. Select List by pressing the ▼ key. The list can then be scrolled from 0 to 9
Nameplate values by using the ▼ or ▲ key. Select the desired Nameplate by
pressing ENTER. The display will return to Setup Nameplate.
Figure 4-12
5. Press ENTER, then Yes (▼) on Enable.

6. Select Edit by pressing the ▼ key. The values in the Present Nameplate can
be edited digit by digit by selecting each digit with the ▼ or ▲ and then
pressing the ENTER key. When the last digit on the Secondary is selected,
the display returns to Setup Nameplate.
Figure 4-13

NOTE:
Selecting one transformer from the list will replace the values in the Present
Nameplate immediately. The values can then be changed in the Edit mode if
needed.
Selecting Edit will allow the user to modify the values in the Present
Nameplate.
The Edit process changes the values in the Present Nameplate only. The
values previously stored would remain the same. The stored List values can
only be changed in DataView ®.
In order to write the Present Nameplate value, you must press ENTER until
Setup Nameplate is displayed. Otherwise, the ratio will not be entered. If the
up/down arrows are pressed after setting the ratio, then it performs a cancel
operation and the changes will not be saved.
NOTE: In order to move one level up and return to Configure

Instrument, press the ▼▲ keys simultaneously.
4.3.3 Select Test Type

1. From the top level of Configure Instrument, press the ▼ or ▲ key until Select
Test Type appears on the display, then press ENTER.
Figure 4-14
2. Select VT/PT or CT using ▼ or ▲ and press ENTER. The display will return
to Select Test Type.
NOTE: Once the Test Type is selected, it is retained until changed

by the user. If the instrument is turned OFF and turned ON, the Test
Type will be the same as last selected.
4.3.4 Select Test Mode

Test Mode appears on the display, then press ENTER.
Figure 4-15

2. Select Ratio or CONT/Ratio test using ▼ or ▲ and press ENTER. The
display will return to Select Test Mode.
CONT/Ratio: Performs a Continuity test followed by Ratio test only in VT/PT.
Continuity test is not available (N/A) in CT mode.
Ratio test: Performs only the Ratio test in the VT/PT or CT mode.
NOTE: Test Mode can also be selected from the Main Screen by
pressing ENTER, which toggles the selection of CONT and Ratio.
4.3.5 Select Storage Mode

Storage Mode appears on the display, then press ENTER.
Figure 4-16
2. Select Auto or Manual using ▼ or ▲ and press ENTER. The display will
return to Configure Instrument > Select Storage Mode.
NOTE:
In Manual mode, the user has a choice at the end of a test whether to store
the Measurement Record or not. The user also has a choice of where to
store the Measurement Record. So it is possible for the user to store the
Measurement Record at various locations leaving gaps in the storage
memory map.
All Measurement Records will be downloaded no matter where they are
stored in the memory.
In Auto mode, the instrument will store the Measurement Record at the
end of a test starting with the first available location. All the subsequent
Measurement Records will be stored sequentially.
If the previously stored Measurement Record is encountered, the Auto
store mode will skip over and store the new Measurement Record in the
next available location.
NOTE: If the DTR® 8510 is connected to a computer, Auto mode

will be disabled. The Measurement Record will not be saved in the
instrument but will be sent to the computer.

4.3.6 Select Filter
Filter appears on the display, then press ENTER.
Figure 4-17
2. Select Fast, Normal or Slow using ▼ or ▲ and press ENTER. The display
will return to Configure Instrument > Select Filter.
NOTE: The DTR® 8510 offers the user a choice of three digital
filters for measurement, depending upon the external electrical
noise. These are sophisticated digital filters in the design which offer
maximum noise rejection for repeatable measurements.
Digital Filters:
The digitization of signal is done with Sigma-Delta (Σ-Δ) modulator. The output is
a high frequency bit stream which is fed to a digital filter. The filtering of signal is
performed with sophisticated sinc (Sinx/x) filter. The primary function of the filter
is to remove the quantization noise introduced during the modulation process.
The filter limits the band of the allowed frequency to significantly lower than
one-half of the frequency of the modulator itself. This reduces the 1-bit output of
a comparator in a band-limited, very low noise output. The cut-off frequency and
the decimated data rate are appropriately programmed in the internal registered
and the output is arithmetically averaged to provide an accurate final answer.
High decimation results in lower noise but at a slower throughput rate. The
calculation of arithmetic mean is a quick process at high clock speeds of the
microprocessors.
The DTR® 8510 improves the quality of measurements in the following ways:
Low noise electronics
Shielded electronics and cables
Differential measurements to reduce common-mode effects
Ratiometric calculations to reduce dynamic errors
VT/PT
Fast Normal Slow

Approx Measurement Time 6.5 s 9s 19 s
Uses Electrically Electrically
In Most
Quiet Very Noisy
Applications
Environment Environment

CT
Fast Normal Slow

Approx Measurement Time 14 s 16 s 43 s
Uses Electrically Electrically
In Most
Quiet Very Noisy
Applications
Environment Environment
4.3.7 Erase Memory

1. Press the ▼ or ▲ key until Erase Memory appears on the display, then press
ENTER.
Figure 4-18
2. Select Yes or No using ▼ or ▲ and press ENTER. The display will return to
Erase Memory.
WARNING: Once the memory is erased, the stored data cannot

be recovered. Download the data, if desired, before the Erase
Memory function is executed.
4.3.8 Select Language

1. Press the ▼ or ▲ key until Select Language appears on the display, then
press ENTER.
Figure 4-19
2. Select a language using ▼ or ▲ and press ENTER. The display will return to
Select Language.
The following languages are available:
English Italian
French German
Spanish Portuguese
Once the language is chosen, all the menu items, error messages etc. will
be displayed in this language. The configuration retains the language if the
instrument is turned OFF and then turned ON.
NOTE: The language can also be selected immediately at start
up. Press and hold the TEST button while turning the unit ON.
After initialization, the instrument will display the currently active
language. Release the TEST button. The desired language can now
be selected.
4.3.9 Restoring Factory Defaults
The factory default settings are shown in the following table:
Parameter Default Value

Test Mode Ratio
Test Type VT/PT
Filter Normal
Storage Mode Manual
Language English
Nameplate Disable
19920:7200
19920:4800
19920:2400
19920:2160
Nameplate 19920:120
Values 7200:2400
7200:2160
7200:120
2400:120
2160:120
Table 4-1
To set the instrument back to the factory default configuration:

1. Turn the DTR® 8510 OFF.
2. Press and hold the ▲ key.
3. Turn the DTR® 8510 ON.
4. Release the ▲ key when the instrument beeps.
NOTE: The previously stored Measurement Records will remain in

the memory and the language will remain the same as before the
default configuration was loaded.

4.4 RECALL DATA
1. From the Main Screen, press the ▼ or ▲ key until Recall Data appears on
the display, then press ENTER.
Figure 4-20
The Measurement Record in OBJECT #01 and TEST #01 will be displayed, as
well as the Ratio.
NOTE: The V after the Ratio indicates the VT/PT test type. C would
be displayed if the Ratio was from a CT test.
Figure 4-21
2. Press the TEST button to move to second screen, which will display Current
and Deviation %.
Figure 4-22
3. Press the TEST button to move to the third screen to display the Date and
Time.
Figure 4-23

4. Press the TEST button to move to the fourth screen to display the Primary
and Secondary voltages of the Present Nameplate at the time the
measurement was made.
Figure 4-24
5. Press the TEST button again to return to the first screen.

6. Select any OBJECT and any TEST using the ▼ or ▲ key and the ENTER
key to view the Measurement Record at any location.
NOTE:
The DTR® 8510 can store 99 OBJECTs. Each OBJECT can store
up to 99 TESTs.
In Manual mode, the user can select the location to store the Measurement
Record. The Measurement Records do not have to necessarily be
sequentially stored. So, during a Recall Data operation, it is important for the
user to know where the data is
Appendix B on page 59 provides a form for the user to identify the information
stored at each location. The form can be copied and used as needed.

5. OPERATION
WARNING: The DTR® Model 8510 is designed for use on
de-energized (dead) transformers only. Make sure the test
sample is completely disconnected from AC power and is fully
discharged.
5.1 POWER UP
Turn the power switch to the ON position.
At power up, the instrument goes through an initialization process:
Beeps once
Displays Initializing…Please Wait for a short duration
Displays the Company Name and Firmware version number
Displays Date and Time for a short duration
The instrument rests at the Main Screen which displays Test Type, Test
Mode, Filter, Storage Mode and the present Nameplate values (Fig. 5-1)
The Green power LED on the front panel turns on solid
Figure 5-1
NOTE:
If the batteries are insufficiently charged:
– The Green LED will blink if there is some battery capacity left. The
instrument will be operational under this condition.
– The display will show Low Battery and the Green LED will blink if the
battery packs have no capacity left. The instrument cannot be used for
testing under these circumstances. The batteries must be recharged
before use (see § 8.1).

5.2 RUNNING A TEST
5.2.1 VT/PT Test
In this section, an example of running a test using the following configuration (see
§ 4.3 for how to configure the instrument) is shown:
Set Date/Time: July 4, 2010. 6:00 PM
Set values in Nameplate:
Primary Voltage:19920; Secondary Voltage: 7200
Select Type: VT/PT
Select Test Mode: CONT/Ratio
Storage Mode: Manual
Set Filter: Normal
Set Language: English
- Typical Connection
RATIO 2.767 : 1
PRIMARY SECONDARY
H RED
H RED
X RED
19920 : 7200CT
H BLACK
X BLACK
X RED
X BLACK H BLACK
- Alternate Connection
RATIO 1.383 : 1
H RED
PRIMARY SECONDARY
19920 : 7200CT
X BLACK
H RED X RED
H BLACK X BLACK
X RED
H BLACK
Figure 5-2

1. Connect the Primary (H) and Secondary (X) cables to the appropriate
connectors on the DTR® 8510 and the transformer under test
(see Fig. 5-2).
2. Press TEST button. The test will run continuity first and then run the ratio
test.
Figure 5-3
WARNING: It is important to make sure the Primary (H) and

the Secondary (X) cables are connected properly BEFORE
running the test. This is especially true for the high turn-ratio
transformers since dangerous high voltage may appear on the
DTR® 8510 terminals.
NOTE:
Continuity checks for the integrity of the cable connections only. It does not
check for H/X reverse polarity.
– If the continuity for the Primary connections is within specified limits,
the display shows -- - - or equivalent to a Closed Switch.
– If the continuity for the Primary connections is outside the specified
limits, the display shows --/-- or equivalent to an Open Switch.
During the Ratio test, the instrument will check for H/X reverse polarity, short
(excessive current) etc. before conducting Ratio test.
In this example, the display will appear as shown below.
Figure 5-4
If the H/X were reversed, the instrument will display the following error message
and terminate the test.
Figure 5-5

NOTE:
If there were a polarity reversal, the Ratio would be displayed negative and it
would be blinking. This means either the connections are reversed on a given
side or the transformer is wound backwards relative to the marking.
The test may be run as many times as needed by pressing the TEST button.
An active test can be cancelled at any time by pressing the TEST button.
Make sure that the HRED lead is always connected such that it does not short
to the XRED or XBLACK lead directly or through earth ground. See § 6 for
more connection details.
5.2.2 Storing the Measurement Record (Manual and Auto Mode)

The storage mode you are in depends on what you selected when configuring
the instrument (see § 4.3) before running a test.
5.2.2.1 Manual Mode
When Manual mode is selected, the Measurement Record storage is optional to
the user.
1. To store the active measurement using Manual mode, press the MEM
(ENTER) button. The display looks as shown below:
Figure 5-6
2. Select the OBJ and Test location using the ▼ or ▲ key and press ENTER.
3. Press ENTER or TEST to store the Measurement Record.
NOTE:
After the test is run, the new location is automatically increased sequentially
from the last stored location.
If a given location is not available for storage, the Save field will display N/A.
In order to NOT STORE the Measurement Record, simply press the TEST
button after the measurement is completed.
5.2.2.2 Auto Mode
When Auto mode is selected, the instrument requires no user input.
1. At the end of the test, the Measurement Record is stored in the location next
to the first available location and then will store sequentially.
NOTE: If the previously stored Measurement Record is

encountered, the Auto store mode will skip over and store the new
Measurement Record in the next available location.

5.2.3 VT/PT Excitation Current
Excitation current, displayed in milli-amperes (mA) is the RMS current in the
Primary (H) winding due to test excitation. The loading on the Secondary (X)
winding due to the DTR® 8510 is negligible.
The DTR® 8510 uses a maximum of 32Vrms excitation voltage for testing.
The displayed excitation current will almost always be a small fraction of
transformer no-load excitation at full (rated) voltage. Most transformers will
require less than 100mA.
If you are presently using a ratiometer that employs secondary (X) side
excitation (e.g. common hand-cranked instruments) in step-up mode, the
current may be much higher than what the DTR® 8510 displays.
This is normal and results directly from the fact that in most step-down
transformers, the Primary (H) side has a much higher impedance than its
associated Secondary (X) winding.
5.2.4 VT/PT Continuity Test

The Continuity Test function of the DTR® 8510 serves as a useful means of
identifying open primary and secondary windings, high resistance connections,
open circuit breakers and blown fuses. When selected, the DTR® 8510 checks for
continuity between its Secondary (X) and Primary (H) cables.
The DTR® 8510 will indicate OPEN for circuits >4 KΩ and CONT for circuits
<4 KΩ. Check these values. A small fraction of transformers (High inductance
or high winding Ohmic DC resistance) may appear open.
The instrument checks for Secondary (X) connections first. Even if it is
found open, it continues to check Primary (H) connections. Regardless of
the outcome, the instrument proceeds to perform pre-test checks. Following
the pre-test checks, if either X or H or both were found to be OPEN, the
instrument will display the appropriate error message. Pressing the TEST
button again will start a new Continuity test (assuming the user fixed the
connection problem) again. If it passes the Continuity test, Ratio test will be
executed.
Transformers with winding arrangement multiple, parallel paths (e.g., Delta
type) may read CONT even if one or more windings may be OPEN.
5.2.5 CT Test
In this section, an example of running a test using the following configuration (see
§ 4.3 for how to configure the instrument) is shown:
Set Date/Time: July 4, 2010. 6:00 PM
Set values in Nameplate:
Primary Current:19920; Secondary Current: 7200
Select Type: CT
Select Test Mode: Ratio
Storage Mode: Manual
Set Filter: Normal
Set Language: English

NOTE: If CT test does not allow a CONT/Ratio option. It only runs a
Ratio test.
WARNING: The DTR® Model 8510 is designed for use on

de-energized (dead) transformers only. Make sure the test
sample is completely disconnected from AC power and is fully
discharged.
1. Connect the Primary (H) cable to the appropriate connectors on the DTR®
Model 8510 and the transformer under test. Connect the Secondary (X)
cable as a loop through the current transformer hole as shown in the figure.
H BLACK
H RED
X2 X1
X BLACK X RED
Figure 5-7
2. Press the TEST button. During the Ratio test, the instrument will check for
H/X reverse polarity, short (excessive current) etc. before conducting Ratio test.
NOTE:
If the H/X is reversed, the instrument will display the error message
(see Fig. 5-5) as in VT/PT test and terminate the test.
If there were a polarity reversal, the Ratio would be blinking with a negative
sign. This means either the connections are reversed on a given side or the
transformer is wound backwards relative to the marking.
The test can be cancelled at any time by pressing the TEST button during the
operation.
The CT test ramps up the voltage in steps. At the end of the test, it ramps
down the voltage.
There are certain low mass, low ratio CT’s for which the DTR® 8510 may not
be able to provide correct ratio. The error message will be High Excitation
Current.
As in VT/PT, the CT test may be run as many times as needed by pressing the
TEST button.
The measurement records can be saved in Manual or Auto mode as in VT/PT
mode.
The CT remains active until the configuration is changed. Powering the
instrument down and turning it back on will not change the Test Type.
5.3 TIPS FOR MAKING PRECISE RATIO MEASUREMENTS
The DTR® Model 8510 is designed for step-down transformers. It sources low
voltage on the primary. It starts with a fraction of the final source voltage and
checks the secondary voltage.
If it exceeds the primary by a pre-determined value, the safety feature stops the
measurement. The recommended procedure is to reverse the leads in these
circumstances so that the primary of the transformer is connected to the H cables
and the secondary of the transformer is connected to the X cables.
WARNING: It is important to check that the H cables are

connected to the primary side and the X cables are connected
to the secondary side of the transformer before the test begins.
Always verify the integrity of the cable connections and reposition the clips as
necessary for robust and low-resistance connections. Inspect the transformer
terminals for dielectric coatings, fungus, dirt or corrosion.
Running a continuity test before the ratio test will provide a useful way to
check windings and connections.
When testing polyphase transformers, keep in mind that in some cases,
the measured ratios must be multiplied or divided by √3. Refer to § 6 for
polyphase connection diagrams and associated ratio equations.
5.4 RATIO TEST - 1:1

A simple test can be conducted to test functionality of the DTR® 8510.
1. Connect the HRED to XRED cable and separately connect the HBLACK to
XBLACK. This connection simulates a 1:1 transformer.

2. Run VT/PT test.
In this connection mode, the test results should yield a ratio nearly equal to
1.0000. If it does not, the DTR® 8510 may require repair or re-calibration.
H RED X RED 1:1
H BLACK X BLACK
EQUIVALENT
CONNECTIONS
Figure 5-8

6. CONNECTIONS
6.1 CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
Make sure that the HRED lead is always connected such that it does not short to
the XRED or XBLACK lead directly or through earth ground.
In the diagrams below, the top three are good connections but the bottom two
should be avoided.
Measurements - OK
HR/HB XR/XB HR XR/XB
P S XB/XR
HB/HR XB/XR HB XR/XB
HR
P XR/XB
S
HB XB/XR
Measurements - NOT OK
HB HB XR/XB
P XR/XB XB/XR
S
HR XB/XR HR XR/XB

6.2 POLYPHASE CONNECTIONS
- TRANSFORMER - HIGH LOW

REF XFMR PHASE VOLTAGE VOLTAGE TURNS
HIGH VOLTAGE LOW VOLTAGE
NO. TYPE WINDING WINDING RATIO
WINDING WINDING
1Ø VH
1 H1 H2 X1 X2 1Ø H1 - H2 X1 - X2
STD VX
H2 X2 A H1 - H3 X1 - X3
(A) (a)
B C b c ∆-∆ B H2 - H1 X2 - X1 VH
2 (B) (b)
VX
H1 H3 X1 X3
STD H3 - H2 X3 - X2
A a C (C) (c)
H2 X3 a X1 A H1 - H3 X1 - X3
(A) (a)
3 B C c b ∆-∆ B H2 - H1
(B)
X2 - X1
(b)
VH
REV VX
H1 H3 X2 C H3 - H2 X3 - X2
A (C) (c)
H2 X2
A H1 - H3 X1 - X0
(A) (a)
b
∆-Y H2 - H1 X2 - X0 VH • √3
4 B C X1 a X0 B (B) (b)
c
STD VX
H1 H3 X3 C H3 - H2 X3 - X0
A (C) (c)
H2 X3
A H1 - H3 X1 - X0
(A) (a)
5
c
a X1
∆-Y H2 - H1 X2 - X0 VH • √3
B C X0 B (B) (b)
b
REV VX
H1 H3 X2 C H3 - H2 X3 - X0
A (C) (c)
H2 X2 A H1 - H0 X1 - X0
(A) (a)
BH b X Y-Y H2 - H0 X2 - X0 VH
6 0 0 B (B) (b)
A a STD VX
H1 C H3 X1 c X3 C H3 - H0 X3 - X0
(C) (c)
H2 X1 A H1 - H0 X1 - X0
X3 a (A) (a)
c
7 BH X0 Y-Y H2 - H0 X2 - X0 VH
0
b B (B) (b)
A REV VX
H1 C H3 X2
C H3 - H0 X3 - X0
(C) (c)
H2 X2 A H1 - H0 X1 - X2
(A) (a)
Y-∆
a
BH H2 - H0 X2 - X3 VH
8 X1 b B
V X • √3
0 (B) (b)
A c
STD
H1 C H3 X3 C H3 - H0 X3 - X1
(C) (c)
H2
X3
A H1 - H0 X1 - X2
c (A) (a)
BH X1 Y-∆ H2 - H0 X2 - X3 VH
9 b B (B) (b)
V X • √3
0
A a REV
H1 C H3 X2 C H3 - H0 X3 - X1
(C) (c)

7. DATAVIEW® SOFTWARE
7.1 INSTALLING DATAVIEW®
DO NOT CONNECT THE INSTRUMENT TO THE PC BEFORE

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE AND DRIVERS.
NOTE: When installing, the user must have Administrative access

rights during the installation. The users access rights can be
changed after the installation is complete. DataView® must be
reinstalled for each user in a multi-user system.
1. Insert the DataView thumb drive into an available USB port on your
computer. If Autorun is enabled, an AutoPlay window appears on your
screen. Click Open folder to view files to display the DataView folder. If
Autorun is not enabled or allowed, use Windows Explorer to locate and open
the USB drive labeled DataView.
2. When the DataView folder is open, find the file Setup.exe located in the root
directory of the USB drive, and double-click it to run the installation program.
3. The DataView setup screen appears. In the upper left corner of the screen,
choose the language version of the Setup interface. (All Setup screens and
dialogs will immediately appear in the selected language.)
In the lower left corner are the available installation options. In addition to the
DataView software, you can select Adobe Reader. This links to the Adobe
web site where you can download the latest version of Reader. This program
is required to view DataView .pdf documents. The option Firmware Upgrades
links to the website where you can check for new firmware updates for the
instrument. Finally, User Manuals displays a list of .pdf files contained in the
USB drive that accompanies DataView. (DataView also comes with a Help
system that is installed with the program files.)
To install DataView, select DataView in the Options list and click Install.
4. Select the language version of DataView you want to install (English, French,
or Spanish) then click Next. (By default, the language selected in step 3 is
highlighted.)
5. You are now prompted to select the software you want to install. Each
AEMC® Instruments product family has its own specially designed
Control Panel. If you are performing a Complete install, by default all
available Control Panels are selected (a check mark next to the Control
Panel indicates it is selected). Control Panels take up disk space on the
computer; so unless you have other types of AEMC® Instruments devices,
we recommend that you select DTR and deselect the rest. You should also
check the option DataView Core, which is a requirement if you plan to create
DataView reports.
After you finish selecting and deselecting Control Panels and/or DataView
Core, click Next.

6. The Setup program now informs you that it is ready to install DataView. If you
want to review any of your previous selections, click the Previous button to
return to earlier screens. Otherwise, click Install to begin installation.
7. The InstallShield program installs the selected software. If an earlier version
of the software is already installed on your computer, for each selected
program the InstallShield will:
(a) Ask you to confirm the installation of the program. Click Next.
(b) Display a status bar indicating the progress of the installation.
(c) Inform you when the program is installed. Click Finish to install the next
selected program.
If the software is not installed (or if the installed software is the same version
as the selected software), the software is installed without requesting
confirmation.
When all programs are installed, a message appears informing you of this.
Click Finish to return to the Setup screen
8. You can now select additional Setup options to install (see step 3 above).
When finished, click Exit.
9. The DataView folder now appears on your computer desktop, within which
is the DTR icon and the icon(s) for any other Control Panel(s) you have
installed.
7.2 OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL
The Control Panel can be opened from the DTR icon or from DataView®.
To open the Control Panel using the desktop icon:
Double-click the DTR Icon in the DataView folder that was created during
installation, located on the desktop.
The Connection window will appear. Click OK.
Figure 7-1

To open the Control Panel from DataView®:
Double-click on the DataView icon in the DataView folder on your desktop. The
DataView® splash screen will be displayed for a few seconds and then the Quick
Start dialog box will appear (see Fig. 7-2).
Figure 7-2
Select Configure Instrument. The Select Instrument dialog box will appear.
Figure 7-3

Select DTR and press OK. The Connection dialog box will appear (see Fig. 7-1).
The Connection window specifies the connected instrument in the
communications drop-down list.
If multiple units are attached, select the desired unit with its associated serial
number from the drop-down list.
Once the desired instrument has been selected, click OK and the DTR® 8510
Control Panel and Configuration window will open (see Fig. 7-5).
7.3 USING THE CONTROL PANEL
The Control Panel is used for instrument operation and configuration.
To open the Control Panel refer to § 7.2.
Figure 7-4
The main menu at the top of the screen lists the following commands:
File
Open - Opens a DTR *.icp file
Save - Saves the report file in the appropriate folder
Save as - Permits the user to save the report at the location of his choice
Create DataView Report - Generates report for the open test results
Print Test - Prints the result of the test
Print Preview - Provides a preview of the selected test to be printed
Print All Tests - Prints all the tests in the selected Object
Print - Prints the selected real-time window

Print Preview All Tests - Provides a preview of all tests to be printed
Print Setup - Displays a Print Setup window allowing you to select a
destination printer and change various printing options
Exit - Closes the control panel
Edit
Edit - Edits the session information for the selected test in the opened *.icp
file
Delete - Deletes the current test from the *.icp file
View
Toolbar - Allows selection to view the toolbar
Status bar - Allows selection to view the status bar
Split - Allows splitting the screen to view the information
Instrument
Connect - Establishes a connection with the instrument
Disconnect - Closes the connection with the instrument
Configure - Displays the instrument configuration window
Download - Downloads recorded data stored in the DTR® 8510
Run Test - Allows running a test from the computer
Help
Help Topics - Displays the Control Panel help topic
About DTR - Displays a dialog box providing the current version number of
the DTR® 8510 and DataView® software

7.4 CONFIGURING THE DTR® 8510
To Configure the DTR® 8510, perform the following steps:
1. Open the Control Panel and connect to the instrument. To open the Control
Panel refer to § 7.2
2. Next, select Configure from the Instrument menu or click on the Configure
icon . The Configure Instrument dialog box will be displayed.
Figure 7-5
Date Format: Allows selection of the Date Format as MM/DD/YY or

DD/MM/YY or YY/MM/DD.
Time format: Allows selection of Time format as 24-hour or 12-hour format.
Default Test Type: Allows selection of VT/PT or CT test.
Default Test Mode: Allows selection of test for Ratio only or Cont/Ratio (Continuity
and Ratio) mode.
Default Storage Mode: Allows selection of storage of each Measurement Record in
Manual or Automatic mode.
Default Nameplate Values: Allows the user to store the most frequently used
nameplate values (or ratio values).

Present Nameplate Values: Allows the selection of the present nameplate values.
The Deviation (%) will be calculated based on the Present Nameplate values for
each measurement.
Set Clock: Allows setting the clock on the instrument manually or synchronized with
the clock in the computer.
Figure 7-6
Erase Memory: Allows the memory to be completely erased.

Language: Allows the selection of English, French, German, Italian or
Portuguese.
Write To Instrument: Allows the present configuration values to be written in the
instrument.
NOTE: None of the changes made on the configuration screen take

effect until Write to Instrument command is executed.
Read from Instrument: Allows the present configuration to be read.

Cancel: Cancels the process to modify the configuration and closes the dialog
box.
NOTE: Parameters changed after Write to Instrument was executed

will be lost.

7.5 RUNNING A TEST
1. Open the Control Panel and connect to the instrument.
2. Next, select Run Test from the Instrument menu or click on the Run Test
icon on the side or top menu.
Figure 7-7
The user can select Test Type, Test Mode, Test Filter, Present Nameplate
values and where the Measurement Record would be stored.
3. Press Start to run the test. The result (Measurement Record) of the Test will
be displayed in the center.
NOTE:
If the DTR® 8510 is in Autosave mode, the connection to the computer will
disable the automatic saving of the Measurement Record.
If the Test needs to be cancelled while testing is in progress, press the TEST
button on the instrument or CANCEL button on the screen.
If new Test Type, Test Mode, test Filter and/or Present Nameplate values are
selected, the Configuration will be changed to reflect them in this and the
following tests.
4. Press Save to save the Measurement Record in the selected Object and
Test locations, then press Close to close the dialog box.
NOTE: Pressing Save in the dialog box only saves the test to the
instrument, NOT the computer. To save the test on the computer,
select Save from the File menu.

7.6 DOWNLOADING A TEST
This selection permits downloading of the stored Measurement Records from the
instrument.
To download a test:
1. Click on the Download icon in the toolbar, or click on Recorded Data on
the side menu. The Select Tests dialog box will appear:
Figure 7-8
This dialog box displays the content of the memory. No Measurement Records
are downloaded as yet.
1. Select the Measurement Records individually or press Select All. Press
Download to get the data to the computer.
Figure 7-9

7.7 SAVING THE MEASUREMENT RECORDS
1. Select Save or Save As from the File menu. The Save As dialog box will
appear:
Figure 7-10
2. Save the file in the default location of My Documents\DataView\DataFiles\

DTR or select a different folder to save to.
7.8 REPORT GENERATION
To generate a report, a file needs to be open.
1. Select Open from the File menu. If necessary, navigate to the appropriate
folder where the .icp file is located, select it and press Open.
Figure 7-11

Once the file is open, select Create DataView Report from the File menu or click
on the Create DataView Report icon. A report will appear on the screen.
Figure 7-12
NOTE:
All downloaded files and reports are saved in the default location of My
Documents or Documents for each user.
DataView ® and Control Panel (CP) are fully integrated programs for
instrument control and data analysis/report generation. CP can download the
Measurement Records previously stored in the DTR® 8510 memory. These
Measurement Records can be stored in the *.icp format. Reports can be
generated by a single click on the icon or create DataView Report from the
File menu. When a report is created, a database file *.dvb is automatically
created.
DataView ® can also call the CP or the CP of other instruments.
DataView ® cannot open *.icp files.
When a report is created from the CP, a report can be stored. In the process
a *.dvw file is generated.
DataView ® can also create a report from the available database files. A *.dvb
file is automatically created when the CP creates a report from *.icp file.
When a report is created, a *.dvw file is created. This report can be directly
opened from DataView ®.
NOTE: For more information about using DataView®, refer to the
DataView® manual that is included on the installation CD. This
manual can also be found online at www.aemc.com on our software
download page for DataView®.

8. MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Use only factory specified replacement parts.
AEMC® Instruments will not be held responsible for any
accident, incident, or malfunction following a repair done
other than by its service center or by an approved repair center.
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock, do not perform any

service other than the operating instructions contained in this
manual, unless you are qualified to do so.
■ Do not allow water or other foreign substances into the case.

■ Disconnect the unit from all circuits and test cables before opening the case.
■ Use caution with metallic tools that may short battery packs, power supplies, etc.
8.1 CHARGING THE BATTERIES
The DTR® 8510 is supplied with an external smart charging unit. In order to
charge the NiMH battery packs, the instrument switch must be in the
OFF/ CHARGE position.
Connect the charger unit output cable to the 3-pin DIN connector on the front
panel of the instrument and connect the AC power cord to the AC receptacle.
The charging starts as soon as the power is applied, the process is automatic
and will terminate on its own upon completion.
CAUTION:
Do not use any other charger.
Do not connect DC power supply. Damage will occur to the instrument.
The DTR® 8510 must be charged indoors.
Disconnect the charger upon completion of the charging process. NiMH
battery manufacturers do not allow trickle charge for a long time on a
recurring basis.

NOTE:
The DTR® 8510 Power Switch must be in the OFF/CHARGE position in order
for the unit to charge.
The DTR® 8510 cannot be used to test while it is charging.
There is no indication on the front panel about the status of charging or its
completion. The Status LED is on the charger unit itself (see Figure 8-1).
Figure 8-1
Charge Cycle and Status LED Indication on the Charger

LED MODE
Orange Battery not connected
Orange Battery initialization & analysis
Red Fast Charge
Green with Intermittent Orange Flash Top-off charge
Green Trickle charge
Alternating Red-Green Error
Table 8-1
The smart charger has the following features:
Multiple charge detection methods -dV (typical) and dT/dt.
Typically, the indication that the battery is fully charged is detected by a slight
drop in its voltage (-dV). However, if the batteries are unused for a long time,
they may display the same drop in voltage in the early part of the charge cycle
even if they are not fully charged. This is a false indication. In order to prevent
the termination of charge cycle due to this false indication, there is an integral
timer built in the charger which will disregard the –dV for the first minutes of
the charge cycle.
The battery packs are built with a thermistor. The smart charger constantly
monitors the battery pack temperature. A built-in temperature charge
control (+dT/dt) secures optimal charge.
Safety timer termination.
In case the batteries do not exhibit sufficient –dV/dt for the charger to detect,
there is an internal safety timer which is custom-programmed for the battery
packs used in the DTR® Model 8510.
Fast charging cycle.
This charge cycle supplies a maximum 900 mA charge until -dV is detected.
Integral start timer to prevent initial, false -dV detection.
A few battery cells may have a voltage drop (-dV) in the first part of the
charge cycle. This is especially true for battery cells which have been idle
for a long period of time. Because of this, a start-timer built into the charger
prevents -dV detection in the first minutes of the charger cycle.
Reverse polarity/short circuit protection.
The charger is protected against reverse polarity by an automatically
resettable polyswitch fuse on the output.
LED status indicator (see Table 8-1 on page 54).
Universal input voltage.
With the use of a proper power cord, the charger can be connected to
standard AC receptacle anywhere in the world without the need for an
external transformer.
Functionality:
Charging begins when the charger is connected to the DTR® 8510 and the power
switch is in the OFF position. The LED will be orange before the fast charge starts.
The LED will change to red when the fast charge cycle begins. When the cells are
fully charged and the voltage drops (because of the -dV signal from the cells), the
charger will go into a top-off charge mode before switching to trickle charge mode.
During the top-off charge session, the LED will be green with short, intermittent
orange flashes. When the top-off charge is complete, the charger will go into trickle
charge mode, changing the LED color to green. The charge current is now reduced
to a safe level. However, trickle charging in excess of 12 hours on routine basis
could be damaging for NiMH batteries.
If the safety timer disconnects before -dV, the top-off charge will not be engaged.
The charger will then go directly to trickle charge mode and the LED will turn green.
If the battery voltage is far below normal, the charger will stop the fast charge
current and switch to trickle charge mode. The LED will then indicate an error by
flickering green and red. The battery packs and/or the charger may need to be
replaced.
If the line power is turned off, the charger will reset and start a new charge cycle
when it is turned on again.
8.2 CLEANING
WARNINGDisconnect the instrument from any source of
electricity.
■ Use a soft cloth lightly moistened with soapy water.
■ Wipe with a moist cloth and then dry with a dry cloth.
■ Never use alcohol, solvents or hydrocarbons.
8.3 REPAIR AND CALIBRATION
To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications, we recommend that
it be sent back to our factory Service Center at one-year intervals for recalibration
or as required by other standards or internal procedures.
For instrument repair and calibration:
You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization
Number (CSA#). Send an email to repair@aemc.com requesting a CSA#,
you will be provided a CSA Form and other required paperwork along with the
next steps to complete the request. Then return the instrument along with the
signed CSA Form. This will ensure that when your instrument arrives, it will be
tracked and processed promptly. Please write the CSA# on the outside of the
shipping container. If the instrument is returned for calibration, we need to know
if you want a standard calibration or a calibration traceable to N.I.S.T. (includes
calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data).
Ship To: Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments
15 Faraday Drive ▪ Dover, NH 03820 USA
Phone: (800) 945-2362 (Ext. 360) / (603) 749-6434 (Ext. 360)
Fax: (603) 742-2346
E-mail: repair@aemc.com
(Or contact your authorized distributor.)
Contact us for the costs for repair, standard calibration, and calibration traceable
to N.I.S.T.
NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument.
8.4 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the
proper operation or application of your instrument, please call, e-mail or fax our
technical support team:
Phone: (800) 343-1391 (Ext. 351)
Fax: (603) 742-2346
E-mail: techsupport@aemc.com
www.aemc.com

8.5 LIMITED WARRANTY
The instrument is warrantied to the owner for a period of two years from the date
of original purchase against defects in manufacture. This limited warranty is given
by AEMC® Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was purchased. This
warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with, abused, or if the defect is
related to service not performed by AEMC® Instruments.
Full warranty coverage and product registration is available on our
website at www.aemc.com/warranty.html
Please print the online Warranty Coverage Information for your records.
What AEMC® Instruments will do:
If a malfunction occurs within the warranty period, you may return the instrument
to us for repair, provided we have your warranty registration information on file or
a proof of purchase. AEMC® Instruments will repair or replace the faulty material
at our discretion.
REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.aemc.com/warranty.html
8.5.1 Warranty Repairs

What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair:
First, send an email to repair@aemc.com requesting a Customer Service
Authorization Number (CSA#) from our Service Department. You will be provided
a CSA Form and other required paperwork along with the next steps to complete
the request. Then return the instrument along with the signed CSA Form. Please
write the CSA# on the outside of the shipping container. Return the instrument,
postage or shipment prepaid to:
15 Faraday Drive, Dover, NH 03820 USA
Phone: (800) 945-2362 (Ext. 360)
(603) 749-6434 (Ext. 360)
Fax: (603) 742-2346
E-mail: repair@aemc.com
Caution: To protect yourself against in-transit loss, we recommend that
you insure your returned material.
NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument.

APPENDIX A
DISPLAY MESSAGES
Check for H<>X Cable Reversal
The DTR® Model 8510 may have detected a potentially hazardous step-up
condition while attempting to test the transformer as connected. Verify
connections.
High Excitation Current
Check test cable connections for inadvertent short circuits. Check for shorted
transformer windings.
Low Battery
As the batteries are drained during use, the green LED will begin to flash when
the battery voltage reaches a pre-determined threshold. The tests can be run as
usual during this time but the batteries will soon need to be charged.
As the batteries reach a predetermined threshold, LOW BATTERY indication will
appear on the display. All the buttons will be non-operational now. The batteries
must be recharged in order to continue testing.
NOTE: The DTR® Model 8510 charges in < 4 h. The instrument can
not be used to test when the batteries are charging.
X Circuit CONT or OPEN

The ------ indication is for CONT (Closed switch). It indicates a good connection.
The --/-- indication is for OPEN (Open switch). It indicates a poor or open
connection.
The message Check X Connection will be displayed.
H Circuit CONT or OPEN

The ------ indication is for CONT (Closed switch).
The --/-- indication is for OPEN (Open switch)
The message Check H Connection will be displayed.
NOTE: If both H and X connections are open, Check H X

connection will be displayed.
Low X Signal
Check Secondary (X) cables for inadvertent short.
Check to make sure the Secondary (X) cable is connected properly at the
instrument panel.

Secondary (X) winding may be shorted or the transformer circuit breaker may be
open or the ratio may be higher than the instrument can measure.
Low H Signal
Check Primary (H) cables for inadvertent short.
Check to make sure the Primary (H) cable is connected properly at the
instrument panel.
Primary (H) winding may be shorted.
Memory is Full! Data NOT stored

The instrument memory is full and there is no more location left for additional
storage.
Memory Error
Service Required
Measurement Records cannot be stored or recalled because the memory cannot
be accessed. Factory service is needed. However, the DTR® 8510 can be used
to make measurements in a normal manner.

APPENDIX B
TRANSFORMER SERIAL NUMBER CORRELATION TO
OBJECT NUMBER
Transformer Serial Number Correlation to Object Number
Object # # of Tests in Object
Transformer Serial #
(1 - 99) (1 - 99)

05/24
99-MAN 100353 v11
AEMC® Instruments
15 Faraday Drive • Dover, NH 03820 USA
Phone: +1 (603) 749-6434 • +1 (800) 343-1391 • Fax: +1 (603) 742-2346
www.aemc.com
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1.2 DEFINITION OF MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES

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Fuse - set of 5, 4 A 125V (5 x 20 mm, Slow Blow)............................ Cat. #2118.55

Lead - Set of two, 30 ft......................................................................Cat. #2136.76

Lead - Replacement Set of two, 15 ft................................................Cat. #2136.77

Battery - Replacement Set of two, 12 V NiMH rechargeable............Cat. #2136.78

Replacement Battery Charger...........................................................Cat. #2136.79

Replacement USB Cable, 10 ft.........................................................Cat. #2136.80

Power cord 115 V..............................................................................Cat. #5000.14

Clip - Safety Alligator - Black (1000 V CAT IV, 15 A).........................Cat. #5000.99

Clip - Safety Alligator - Red (1000 V CAT IV, 15 A)...........................Cat. #5000.00

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2.2 CONTROL FEATURES

1. Display: Displays data, status and control features of the instrument.

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2.3 CABLE IDENTIFICATION

RED INLINE PLUG

Secondary (X) Cable:

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3.2 BATTERY CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS

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Configuration Recall Data

NOTE: The program flow is two or three levels deep at various

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■ Set Clock: Allows the setting of Time and Date.

NOTE: To move one level up and return to Configure Instrument,

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4.3.1 Set Clock

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Time Format: Allows the formatting of the time (12 or 24 hours).

NOTE: To Time must be set in the 24-hour format. It will be

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To configure the settings for the Nameplate, perform the following:

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3. The display will now show the following screen:

5. Press ENTER, then Yes (▼) on Enable.

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NOTE: In order to move one level up and return to Configure

4.3.3 Select Test Type

NOTE: Once the Test Type is selected, it is retained until changed

4.3.4 Select Test Mode

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4.3.5 Select Storage Mode

NOTE: If the DTR® 8510 is connected to a computer, Auto mode

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