CMC 356 Reference Manual ENU PDF

CMC 356
Reference Manual
CMC 356 Reference Manual
Article Number VESD2003 - Version CMC356.ENU.11 - Year: 2017

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Preface ................................................................................................................................. 7
Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................. 8
Information for Disposal and Recycling ......................................................................... 11
1 Designated Use ............................................................................................................ 13
2 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 14
2.1 Options Available for the CMC 356 Test Set............................................................. 14
3 Operating the CMC 356 ............................................................................................... 15

3.1 System Components................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Safe Use of the Connecting Cables ............................................................................ 16

3.2.1 Test Lead Adapter for Non-Safety Sockets .................................................................... 16
3.2.2 Regular Test Leads for Safety Sockets .......................................................................... 17
3.2.3 Terminal adapters........................................................................................................... 17
3.2.4 M4 (0.15") Cable Lug Adapters ...................................................................................... 18
3.2.5 M5 (0.20") Cable Lug Adapters ...................................................................................... 18
3.3 Starting the Test System ............................................................................................. 19
4 Setup and Function ..................................................................................................... 21

4.1 Block Diagram ............................................................................................................. 22
4.1.1 Voltage Output (Voltage Amplifier) ................................................................................. 23
4.1.2 Current Output (Current Amplifier) ................................................................................. 24
4.1.3 Binary / Analog Input (Binary Inputs 1 - 10).................................................................... 25
4.1.4 Binary Output.................................................................................................................. 25
4.1.5 AUX DC (DC Power for Test Objects)............................................................................ 26
4.1.6 CPU ................................................................................................................................ 26
4.1.7 Power Supplies (DC-DC)................................................................................................ 27
4.2 Signal Generation......................................................................................................... 27

4.2.1 Accuracy and Signal Quality........................................................................................... 27
5 Connections and Interfaces ........................................................................................ 29

5.1 Front Panel Connections ............................................................................................ 29
5.1.1 Generator Combination Socket for VOLTAGE OUTPUT and CURRENT OUTPUT...... 32
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5.2 Connections on the Back Panel................................................................................. 34

5.2.1 USB Ports....................................................................................................................... 34
5.2.2 Ethernet Ports ETH1 and ETH2 ..................................................................................... 35
5.2.3 ! Button ........................................................................................................................... 35
5.2.4 Associate Button............................................................................................................. 35
5.2.5 Status LED A, B.............................................................................................................. 36
5.2.6 Ethernet / Network Settings............................................................................................ 36
5.2.7 SELV Interfaces.............................................................................................................. 38
5.2.7.1 External Interface ("ext. Interf.") ..................................................................................... 38
5.2.7.2 LL out 1-6 (Low Level Outputs 1-6) ................................................................................ 38
5.2.7.3 LL out 7-12 (Low Level Outputs 7-12) - Option "LLO-2"................................................. 39
6 Technical Data ............................................................................................................. 41

6.1 Calibration and Guaranteed Values........................................................................... 41
6.2 Main Power Supply...................................................................................................... 42
6.3 Insulation Coordination .............................................................................................. 42
6.4 Outputs......................................................................................................................... 43
6.4.1 Extended Frequency Range........................................................................................... 44
6.4.2 Current Outputs .............................................................................................................. 45
6.4.3 Voltage Outputs.............................................................................................................. 50
6.4.3.1 Power Diagram for Three-Phase Operation ................................................................... 51
6.4.3.2 Power Diagram for Single-Phase Operation .................................................................. 51
6.4.4 Operational Limits in Conjunction with a Weak Power Supply Voltage.......................... 52
6.4.5 Low Level Outputs "LL out" for External Amplifiers ........................................................ 53
6.4.6 Low-Level Binary Outputs ("ext. Interf.") ........................................................................ 55
6.4.7 Binary Output Relays...................................................................................................... 57
6.4.8 DC Supply (AUX DC) ..................................................................................................... 58
6.5 Inputs............................................................................................................................. 59
6.5.1 Binary Inputs................................................................................................................... 59
6.5.2 Counter Inputs 100 kHz (Low Level) .............................................................................. 62
6.6 Technical Data of the Communication Ports ............................................................. 64

6.6.1 The NET-2 Board ........................................................................................................... 65
6.6.2 The NET-1C Board......................................................................................................... 66
6.6.3 The NET-1B Board ......................................................................................................... 66
6.6.4 The NET-1 Board ........................................................................................................... 67
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6.7 Environmental Conditions........................................................................................... 68

6.7.1 Climate ........................................................................................................................... 68
6.7.2 Shock and Vibration ....................................................................................................... 68
6.8 Mechanical Data .......................................................................................................... 68
6.9 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................... 68
6.10 Safety Standards, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Certificates ............. 69
6.11 Compliance Statements............................................................................................... 70

6.11.1 Declaration of Conformity (EU)....................................................................................... 70
6.11.2 FCC Compliance (USA) ................................................................................................. 70
6.11.3 Declaration of Compliance (Canada) ............................................................................. 70
6.12 Option ELT-1 ................................................................................................................ 71
6.12.1 General Data .................................................................................................................. 72
6.12.2 Analog DC Input (VDC, IDC) .......................................................................................... 73
6.12.3 Accuracy of the Analog DC Input ................................................................................... 73
6.12.4 Measuring Currents ........................................................................................................ 74
6.12.5 Accuracy of Binary/Analog Inputs with Option ELT-1..................................................... 75
6.12.6 Multimeter Mode............................................................................................................. 76
6.12.6.1 Accuracy of AC Measurements ...................................................................................... 77
6.12.6.2 Channel Cross-Talk........................................................................................................ 79
6.12.6.3 Accuracy of Phase Measurement................................................................................... 80
6.12.6.4 Accuracy of Frequency Measurement............................................................................ 82
6.12.6.5 Accuracy of Power Measurement................................................................................... 83
6.12.7 Harmonic Analysis.......................................................................................................... 86
6.12.7.6 Accuracy of Frequency Measurement............................................................................ 87
6.12.7.7 Accuracy of Amplitude Measurement............................................................................. 88
6.12.7.8 Accuracy of Phase Measurement................................................................................... 89
6.12.8 Transient Recording ....................................................................................................... 90
6.12.9 Trend Recording............................................................................................................. 91
6.13 Option LLO-2 (Low Level Outputs) ............................................................................. 91
7 Increasing the Output Power, Operating Modes ...................................................... 93

7.1 Single-Phase Operation of the CMC 356 ................................................................... 94
7.1.1 1 x 32 A High Burden Mode (L-L-L-L) ............................................................................ 94
7.1.2 1 x 64 A High Burden and High Current Mode (L-L) ...................................................... 95
7.1.3 1 x 128 A High Current Mode (LL-LN)............................................................................ 96
7.1.4 Single-Phase Voltage ..................................................................................................... 97
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7.2 Two-Phase Operation................................................................................................... 98

7.2.1 2 x 64 A High Current Mode (LL-LN).............................................................................. 98
7.2.2 2 x 32 A High Burden Mode (L-L)................................................................................... 99
7.3 Three-Phase Current Mode with High Burden ......................................................... 100
7.4 Operation with External Amplifiers........................................................................... 101
8 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 103

8.1 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................. 103
8.2 Potential Errors, Possible Causes, Remedies ........................................................ 104
Open Source License Information................................................................................. 105
Support............................................................................................................................. 107
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Preface
Preface
The purpose of this reference manual is to familiarize users with the
CMC 356 test set and to show how to use it properly in various application
areas.
The manual contains important tips on how to use the CMC 356 safely,
properly, and efficiently. Its purpose is to help you avoid danger, repair costs,
and down time as well as to help maintain the reliability and life of the
CMC 356.
This manual is to be supplemented by existing national safety standards for
accident prevention and environmental protection.
The reference manual should always be available at the site where the
CMC 356 is used. It should be read by all personnel operating the test set.
Note: The OMICRON Test Universe software also installs a PDF version of
this reference manual. It can directly be opened by a mouse-click from the
help topic "User Manuals of OMICRON Test Universe".
In addition to the reference manual and the applicable safety regulations in
the country and at the site of operation, the usual technical procedures for
safe and competent work should be heeded.
Keep this manual during the entire service life of the product and always
have it available for reference.
Note: This reference manual describes the CMC 356 hardware - that is, the
physical test set. In order to get familiar with the software for controlling and
configuring the CMC 356, please refer to the Test Universe software
manuals and/or the Help.
Note:
This reference manual applies to all type series of the CMC 356 test sets.
From time to time the manual is updated to reflect the actual
development status or changes of the test set's functional range. You find
this manual’s version number on page 2.
The reference manual describes all options available for the CMC 356
test set. Note, however, that not all of them may apply to your particular
device.
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Safety Instructions
Before operating the CMC 356 test set, carefully read the following safety
instructions.
Only operate (or even turn on) the CMC 356 after you have read this
reference manual and fully understood the instructions herein.
The CMC 356 may only be operated by trained personnel. Any
maloperation can result in damage to property or persons.
For Your Safety Please Note

The CMC 356 test set can output life-hazardous voltages and currents.
Throughout the manual, this symbol indicates special safety-relevant notes/
directions linked to the possibility of touching live voltages and/or currents.
Please thoroughly read and follow those directions to avoid life-hazardous
situations.
This symbol indicates potential hazards by electrical voltages/currents
caused by, for example, wrong connections, short-circuits, technically
inadequate or faulty equipment or by disregarding the safety notes of the
following chapters.
Rules for Use

• The CMC 356 should only be used when in a technically sound
condition. Its use should be in accordance with the safety regulations for
the specific job site and application. Always be aware of the dangers of
the high voltages and currents associated with this equipment. Pay
attention to the information provided in the reference manual and the
software documentation.
• The CMC 356 is exclusively intended for the application areas specified
in chapter 1, "Designated Use" on page 13. The manufacturer/
distributors are not liable for damage resulting from unintended usage.
The user alone assumes all responsibility and risk.
• The instructions provided in this reference manual and the associated
software manuals are considered part of the rules governing proper
usage.
• Do not open the CMC 356 or remove any of its housing components.
Orderly Practices and Procedures

• The reference manual (or its "electronic PDF pendant", which is installed
to your computer with the OMICRON Test Universe software) should
always be available on site where the CMC 356 is used.
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Safety Instructions
Note: The OMICRON Test Universe software also installs a PDF version
of this reference manual. To view the manual, start the Help from the
Test Universe start screen or any test module, and navigate to the table
of contents entry User Manuals (at the beginning of the table of
contents).
Click CMC Test Sets and Amplifiers. In this topic you find a direct link
"CMC 356". To view the manual, click the link.
• Personnel assigned to using the CMC 356 must have read this reference
manual and fully understood the instructions herein.
• Do not carry out any modifications, extensions or adaptations at the
CMC 356.
Operator Qualifications
• Testing with the CMC 356 should only be carried out by authorized and
qualified personnel.
• Personnel receiving training, instruction, direction, or education on the
CMC 356 should remain under the constant supervision of an
experienced operator while working with the equipment.
Safe Operation Procedures

• Follow the instructions in chapters 3.2 and 3.3 that describe the safe use
of the connecting cables and how to set the CMC 356 into operation.
• CMC 356 must only be used from a power outlet that has a protective
earth.
• The power supply cable must be rated for the nominal voltage and
current as specified in 6.2 on page 42. We recommend using the cable
that was supplied by OMICRON with the CMC test set.
• Do not block the access to safety-relevant test set components like the
main power switch or the power cord. In cases of an emergency, these
components need free and quick access.
• Do not connect any of the front panel VOLTAGE/CURRENT OUTPUTS
1 ... 3 or VOLTAGE OUTPUT 4, respectively, to protective earth. The N
sockets, however, may be connected to protective earth.
• When connecting to the banana plug sockets, only use cables with
4 mm/0.16 " safety banana connectors and plastic housing. Always
insert plugs completely.
• Before connecting and disconnecting test objects, verify that all outputs
have been turned off. Never connect or disconnect a test object while the
outputs are active.
• When disconnecting power supply cables or test leads, always start from
the device feeding the power or signal.
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• All sockets on the front panel are to be considered dangerous with

working voltages up to 300 Vrms. Only use cables that meet these
respective requirements to connect to the equipment.
• Red Signal Light ! :

If the voltage on any of the four voltage outputs or on the "AUX DC"
output exceeds 42 V, the associated signal light lights up.
• Do not insert objects (for example, screwdrivers, etc.) into the sockets or
into the ventilation slots.
• Do not operate the CMC 356 under wet or moist conditions
(condensation).
• Do not operate the CMC 356 when explosive gas or vapors are present.
• Connect only external devices to the CMC 356 interfaces "USB", "ETH",
"LL out" and "ext. Interf." that meet the requirements for SELV equipment
(SELV = Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN 60950 or
IEC 60950.
• For applications with DC current: The load may not exceed 3 mH
because of dangerous feedback current.
• When setting up the CMC 356, make sure that the air slots on the back,
top, and bottom of the test set remain unobstructed.
• Voltages up to 1 kV can be present inside the CMC 356. Therefore,
opening the CMC 356 is only permitted by qualified experts either at the
factory or at certified external repair centers.
• If the CMC 356 is opened by the customer, all guarantees are
invalidated.
• CMC 356 Ethernet functionality (→ chapter 5.2.2, "Ethernet Ports ETH1
and ETH2" on page 35):
- NET-1 board only: it is a product of laser class 1 (EN 60825,
IEC 60825) → chapter 6.6.4 on page 67.
- Other NET boards: Connect ETH1 and ETH2 to Ethernet ports, only.
• If the CMC 356 seems to be functioning improperly, please contact the
OMICRON Technical Support (→ “Support,” page 107).
Changing the Power Fuse

• The fuse is located at the back of the test set.
• Fuse type: T12.5 AH 250 V (wire fuse 5 × 20 mm).
• Unplug the power cord between the test set and the power source.
• For safety reasons only use type of fuse recommended by the
manufacturer. (→ chapter 6.2, "Main Power Supply" on page 42 for more
information.)
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Information for Disposal and Recycling
Information for Disposal and Recycling

Regulations for the EU and other European
countries with corresponding laws
The test set must not be disposed of in the household garbage. At the end
of its service life, bring the test set to a collecting point for electrical recycling
in accordance with the local legal regulations.
Countries outside the EU

Contact the respective authorities for the valid environmental regulations in
the country.
Dispose of the test set in accordance with the legal environmental
regulations in the country.
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Designated Use
1 Designated Use
The CMC 356 is a computer-controlled test set for the testing of:
• protection relays
• transducers
• energy meters
• PQ (power quality) analyzers.
In addition to the test functions, optional high-performance measurement
functions [0 Hz (DC) ... 10 kHz] for ten analog inputs are available.
The CMC 356 is part of the OMICRON Test Universe which, in addition to
the physical test set, consists of a test software for a computer with
Windows1 operating system, and, when needed, external voltage and/or
current amplifiers, GPS or IRIG-B synchronization units or other
accessories.
Features of the CMC 356:

• Output of test quantities:
- 4 × voltage
- two galvanically separated three-phase current outputs.
• Capability of protection testing with IEC 61850 devices.
• Control of external amplifiers through the low-level interface (6 additional
test signals with a standard test set at LL out 1-6; six more test signals
with the LLO-2 (low level outputs 7-12) option.
• Supply of DC voltages to the test object.
• Output of binary signals.
• Capture of binary signals and counter impulses.
• Option ELT-1:
Measurement and analysis of DC and AC voltages and currents by
means of a clip-on probe (→ chapter6.12, "Option ELT-1" on page 71) or
a measurement shunt.
Any other use of the CMC 356 is considered improper and may result in
damage to property or persons.
1. Windows is a US registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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2 Introduction
The CMC 356 is part of the OMICRON Test Universe which, in addition to
the physical test set, consists of a test software for a computer with
Windows1 operating system, and, when needed, external voltage and/or
current amplifiers, GPS or IRIG-B synchronization units or other
accessories.
This reference manual describes the hardware of the CMC 356. The
configuration and control of the CMC 356 is carried out by the OMICRON
Test Universe software. For more detailed information → Test Universe user
manuals and Help.
Note: The OMICRON Test Universe software installs a PDF version of this
reference manual. The PDF can be viewed from the Test Universe Help
topic User Manuals.
2.1 Options Available for the CMC 356 Test Set

The following options are available for the CMC 356 test set:
• ELT-1
This hardware option enables:
• Measurement of analog signals using the combined
BINARY / ANALOG INPUT sockets.
• High-precision measurement of DC signals using the ANALOG DC
INPUT sockets.
For detailed information → chapter 6.12, "Option ELT-1" on page 71).
• LLO-2 (low level outputs 7-12)
SELV interface connector holding two independent generator triples
(SELV = Safety Extra Low Voltage). These six additional high accuracy
analog signal sources can serve to either control an external amplifier or
to directly provide small signal outputs.
For more information → chapter 6.4.5, "Low Level Outputs "LL out" for
External Amplifiers" on page 53.
• FL-6
In a number of countries (for example, Japan), the export of multiphase
generators able to output steady signals with a frequency between
600 Hz and 2000 Hz is not permitted.
The FL-6 option constraints the maximum fundamental frequency that
the test set can generate to 587 Hz. Test sets with the FL-6 option can
therefore be exported without any restrictions (→ chapter 6.4, "Outputs"
on page 43).
1. Windows is a US registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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Operating the CMC 356
3 Operating the CMC 356

Only operate (or even turn on) the CMC 356 after you have read this
reference manual and fully understood the instructions herein.
3.1 System Components

Before operating the CMC 356 for the first time, use the packing list to verify
that all components of the test system are available.
To set the CMC 356 into operation you need the following components:
• CMC 356 test set with power supply cable.
• Connecting cable CMC 356 ↔ computer.
• Connecting cable CMC 356 ↔ test object.
• A computer equipped with the OMICRON Test Universe software.
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3.2 Safe Use of the Connecting Cables

3.2.1 Test Lead Adapter for Non-Safety Sockets
The optional CMC Wiring Accessory Package includes flexible test lead
adapters of 5 cm/2 " length with a retractable sleeve (6 x black, 6 x red).
Retractable sleeve
These test leads are to be used as adapters, only. They are intended to
make the 4 mm/0.16 " banana plugs of the standard test leads fit into
non-safety sockets (→ picture above).
Never directly insert one of these retractable sleeves into a CMC 356 output
socket at the front of the test set. This does not comply with the designated
purpose of these leads and is contrary to the safety regulations. Use the
regular test leads, only (→ picture below).
Safety socket of, for example,

the CMC 356 test set.
Plug in the regular test leads of 2.0 m/6 ft. length into either the appropriate
CMC 356 output safety sockets or the test lead adapters.
Regular test lead Test lead adapter
Non-safety socket
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3.2.2 Regular Test Leads for Safety Sockets

Use the regular test leads of 2.0 m/6 ft. length to connect the CMC 356
output to other safety sockets of, for example, amplifiers, test objects or to
banana adapters in control cabinets.
Regular test lead
to terminal strip
CMC 356 test set

or amplifier
or to safety socket,
for example, at test object.
3.2.3 Terminal adapters

The optional CMC Wiring Accessory Package includes flexible terminal
adapters to connect the regular test leads to screw-clamp terminals.
Regular test lead
Terminal adapter
The terminal adapters have blank ends. Therefore, before connecting these
adapters, turn off both the CMC 356 and any possible power source
applying voltage or current to the terminal strip. Only then connect the
terminal adapter. Always insert the adapter with its blank end first into the
terminal strip. Then fasten it before connecting it to a test lead.
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3.2.4 M4 (0.15") Cable Lug Adapters

The optional CMC Wiring Accessory Package includes M4 (0.15") cable lug
adapters to connect regular test leads to screw-clamp terminals of
SEL/ABB/GE relays (and others).
Regular test lead
M4 (0.15") cable lug adapter
The M4 cable lugs adapters have blank ends. Turn off both the CMC 356
and any possible power source applying voltage or current to the screw-
clamp terminals. Only then connect the cable lug adapter. Always insert the
adapter with its blank end first into the screw-clamp terminal. Then fasten it
before connecting it to a test lead.
3.2.5 M5 (0.20") Cable Lug Adapters

The optional CMC Wiring Accessory Package includes M5 (0.20") cable lug
adapters to connect regular test leads to common and most widespread
screw-clamp terminal types.
Regular test lead
M5 (0.20") cable lug adapter
The M5 cable lugs adapters have blank ends. Turn off both the CMC 356
and any possible power source applying voltage or current to the screw-
clamp terminals. Only then connect the cable lug adapter. Always insert the
adapter with its blank end first into the screw-clamp terminal. Then fasten it
before connecting it to a test lead.
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3.3 Starting the Test System

The following description assumes that the computer has been set up and
that the test software for the OMICRON Test Universe has been installed.
At this point of time you may want to have a look at the Getting Started
with Test Universe manual. This manual guides you through the first steps
and actions with the Test Universe software.
• Learn how to associate a CMC test set with your computer and what to
do if the association won't work.
• Learn about the Test Universe start screen.
• Learn how to output voltages and currents with your CMC test set using
the QuickCMC test module.
• Learn how to set up a test with Test Object and Hardware
Configuration.
The Getting Started with Test Universe manual is provided as printed
manual and as PDF. The PDF is available on your hard disk after the
installation of OMICRON Test Universe. To view the manual, start the Help
from the Test Universe start screen or any test module, and navigate to the
table of contents entry User Manuals (at the beginning of the table of
contents). Click Test Universe Software Manuals. In this topic you find a
direct link at "Getting Started". To view the manual, click the link.
The following description comprises both the computer and the CMC 356. It
does not take into consideration any external devices. If the system is
equipped with additional external amplifiers, follow the instructions in
chapter 7.4, "Operation with External Amplifiers" on page 101.
Note: When setting up the CMC 356, do not obstruct the ventilation slots.
Connecting the system components1:

Figure 3-1:
Connecting the CMC 356
to the computer
NET-2 board
Either Ethernet or USB with 2 USB and 2 Ethernet
connectors
1. To ensure the required EMC compatibility, we strongly recommend using the

OMICRON-supplied cables, only.
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1. Connect the CMC 356:

Depending on the interface board of your CMC test set, you have various
options to connect to your computer:
• use one of the Ethernet ports ETH1 or ETH2 at the CMC’s rear side
to connect to your computer’s Ethernet port
• use the lower USB port (USB type B) at the CMC’s rear side to
connect to your computer’s USB port
For more information about the NET interface boards → chapter
“Technical Data of the Communication Ports” on page 72.
2. To learn how to incorporate network-compatible CMC test sets like the
CMC 356 into a computer network, refer to the Getting Started with
Test Universe manual, chapter 1. How to view the PDF version of this
manual, see instructions above.
3. Connect the CMC 356 test set to the power supply.
4. Turn on both devices.
5. Start the OMICRON Test Universe software.
Test Universe carries out a comprehensive hardware test at the
CMC 356. You’ll hear relays switching inside the test set. If the self-test
detects any irregularities, Test Universe displays a corresponding error
message (→ chapter 8, "Troubleshooting" on page 103).
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Setup and Function
4 Setup and Function

The computer-controlled OMICRON test system employs the concept of a
functional division between the software running on the computer and the
CMC 356 hardware connected to the test object.
OMICRON Test Universe test software running on the computer

• controls the test signals
• processes measurement data
• creates reports
• generates data entries.
The CMC 356 test set

• creates test signals (currents, voltages, binary signals)
• measures the reaction (analog and binary) from the test object
• supplies DC-current to test objects.
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CMC 356
Figure 4-1:
Main block diagram of the
4.1
1*
1*
DC DC BINARY OUTPUT ANALOG DC INPUTS BINARY/ANALOG INPUT
Main Group 1 2 3 4 UDC IDC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
AUX DC
reinforced
ADC AFE AFE AFE AFE AFE
working isolation
Internal
DC Supplies
isolation
Block Diagram
Power
supply AC
VOLTAGE
PE
CURRENT A
CURRENT B
Control AUX DC 0...264VDC
binary inputs, and DC inputs are not available.

1* Note regarding the hardware option ELT-1:
VOLTAGE
Control OUTPUT
4 x 0...300V
CPU
reinforced
Host System Control

PC Interface (Signal Generator)
CURRENT
Control OUTPUT A
3 x 0...32A
isolation
ext. LL out LL out

Interf. 1-6 7-12
(optional)
CURRENT 3 x 0...32A
Control OUTPUT B
ELT-1), the inputs BINARY/ANALOG INPUT 1 - 10 can only be used as

The hardware option ELT-1 enables the measurement of analog signals
CMGPS Bin. Out Counter Ext. Ext.
SELV Group IRIG-B 11...14 1,2 Ampl. Ampl.
using the CMC 356. In the standard configuration (CMC 356 without option
Setup and Function
The block schematic diagram in figure 4-1 shows all externally accessible
signals with gray shading. Every gray area represents a galvanic group that
is isolated from all of the other galvanic groups.
The power connection ("power supply group") and the connections for
“SELV group” (SELV = Safety Extra Low Voltage) are available on the back
of the test set. All other gray shaded groups are available on the front of the
test set. The safety relevant isolated circuits (power ↔ SELV, power ↔ front
plate, and front plate ↔ SELV) are marked as "reinforced isolation" in the
block diagram.
4.1.1 Voltage Output (Voltage Amplifier)

Figure 4-2:
Voltage amplifier
(voltage outputs)
The four voltage outputs have a common neutral N and are galvanically
separated from all other outputs of the CMC 356. The two black sockets
labeled "N" are galvanically connected with one another.
The voltage amplifier and the current amplifiers are linear amplifiers with DC
coupling. The voltage outputs work in two ranges:
• Range 1: 4 x 0 ... 150 V
• Range 2: 4 x 0 ... 300 V
Protecting the Voltage Outputs

All voltage outputs are protected for open circuits, L-N short-circuits, and
overload. Should the heat sink overheat, a thermal switch turns off all
outputs.
Overload Warning Flagged in the Software

When a voltage output is overloaded, a corresponding warning is displayed
in the user interface of the test software of the OMICRON Test Universe.
Do not connect any of the VOLTAGE OUTPUTS 1 ... 3 or VOLTAGE
OUTPUT 4, respectively, to protective earth. Only the N sockets may be
connected to protective earth.
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4.1.2 Current Output (Current Amplifier)

Figure 4-3: CURRENT OUTPUT A
CMC 356 current outputs
groups A & B CURRENT OUTPUT B
Two galvanically separated three-phase
current outputs, each with their own
neutral (N).
Each output is galvanically separated
from all other connections of the
CMC 356.
The current amplifiers are implemented as switched mode amplifiers with

DC coupling. With this technology it is possible to achieve high power
density in a very compact structure. The DC coupling enables a precise
reproduction of transients or DC offsets.
Protecting the Current Outputs

All current outputs are protected for open circuits, short-circuits, and
overload. If the heat sink overheats, a thermo switch turns off all outputs.
The output sockets are internally protected against currents > 45Apeak
(32Arms; the CMC 356 switches off with the error message "current on
neutral too high").
In non-operative state, relay contacts (as illustrated in figure 5-3) protect the
current amplifier from external power by shortening the outputs to N.
Caution: If there is an in-feed from an external source, the current outputs
can be damaged or destroyed.

When a current output is overloaded, a corresponding warning is displayed
in the user interface of the test software of the OMICRON Test Universe.
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4.1.3 Binary / Analog Input (Binary Inputs 1 - 10)

Figure 4-4:
Binary/analog inputs 1 - 10
The ten binary inputs are divided into five groups of two, each group
galvanically separated from the others. If the hardware option ELT-1 is
installed, all inputs can be configured individually by the software as binary
or analog measurement inputs (→ chapter 6.12, "Option ELT-1" on page
71).
The input signals are monitored with a time resolution of 100 µs and then
evaluated in the CPU.
The binary inputs are configured from the Hardware Configuration module
of the OMICRON Test Universe software. When doing so, it can be specified
whether the contacts are potential-sensitive or not. When the contacts are
potential-sensitive, the expected nominal voltage and pick-up threshold can
be set for each binary input.
Moreover, the binary inputs 1 – 10 can be used as counter inputs for input
frequencies up to 3 kHz.
More detailed information about the configuration of the binary inputs can be
found in the OMICRON Test Universe Help. Start the Help from the
Test Universe start screen or any test module, and navigate to Hardware
Configuration > Binary / Analog Inputs Tab.
4.1.4 Binary Output

Figure 4-5:
Binary outputs Four binary outputs are available for use as
potential-free relay contacts.
More detailed information about the
configuration of the binary outputs can be
found in the OMICRON Test Universe
Help. Start the Help from the Test Universe
start screen or any test module, and
navigate to Hardware Configuration >
Binary Outputs Tab.
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4.1.5 AUX DC (DC Power for Test Objects)

Figure 4-6: Test objects that require an auxiliary DC voltage can be fed from
DC power for test objects the AUX DC output. The DC voltage that is applied over the
(AUX DC) AUX DC output can vary from 0 to 264 Volts and is configured
using the software.
The AUX DC output is galvanically separated from all other
outputs.
By means of the OMICRON Test Universe configuration module
AuxDC Configuration you can set a power-up default value
(Test View > option Set as Default). When the test set is powered-up the
next time, the auxiliary DC output is automatically set to this default value.
This default value applies until it is deliberately changed again.
Setting a power-up default value means, that immediately after the test set
is switched on, this voltage is applied to the auxiliary DC voltage output,
regardless whether a computer is connected to the test set.
Caution: The selected voltage can be life-threatening!
Consider storing a power-up default voltage of higher than 0 V a potential
danger to future users that may connect other devices to this CMC test set.
We strongly recommend to always set the default value to 0 V before storing
the device, or to otherwise attach a warning label to the device housing,
such as "This unit outputs an AuxDC voltage of ___V immediately after
powering-up".
If "AUX DC" outputs any voltage, the warning symbol lights up.
!
Note that there is a time delay1 between turning on the CMC test set and the
actual output of the AUX DC voltage. During that time delay, the warning
symbol is blinking. Once the AUX DC voltage is applied to the output, the
warning symbol lights up.
More information about the configuration of the AUX DC supply can be
found in the OMICRON Test Universe Help. Start the Help from the
Test Universe start screen or any test module, and navigate to AuxDC
Configuration.
4.1.6 CPU
The CMC 356 CPU (Central Processing Unit) carries out the following tasks:
• Communication with the computer or a network via USB or Ethernet.
• Digital signal generation for all outputs of the test set (including control
signals for external amplifiers).
• Generation of a high-accuracy central clock signal with synchronization
options using either the CMGPS 588 or the CMGPS synchronization
unit, or the CMIRIG-B interface box as time source.
1. The time delay is 20 seconds between the activation of the CMC test set's DSP (digital signal pro-
cessor) and the actual output of the AUX DC voltage. The time it takes for the CMC test set to
power up and activate the DSP depends on the type of test set. NET-2 devices require about 10 s to
turn on and activate the DSP, NET-1 devices about 20 s.
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• Monitoring and control of all systems, including external amplifiers, if

applicable.
4.1.7 Power Supplies (DC-DC)

An AC/DC converter generates the required DC voltage from 85 to 264 VAC
supply voltage (→ chapter 6.2) and ensures adequate EMC filtering.
The power supply to the different modules, that each are part of their own
galvanic groups, are implemented using DC-DC converters with reinforced
insulation.
4.2 Signal Generation

The generation of sine wave signals with high amplitude and phase
accuracy is required in order to achieve output signals with the specified
accuracy.
In order to fulfill the requirement for phase-coupled signal sources, signal
generation is digitally implemented.
For this, the CMC 356 employs a high-performance digital signal processor
(DSP).
With digital signal generation the system is very flexible. An exact correction
of the amplitude, offset, and phase can be carried out by using of device-
specific parameters, such as gain, offset, and phase angle for every
channel.
The digital correction assures the best possible long-term drift behavior.
In addition to sine waves, any other periodic or transient signal can be
generated.
4.2.1 Accuracy and Signal Quality

The CMC 356 is a very precise test set with excellent long-term and
temperature drift behavior.
To achieve this accuracy, the philosophy was not only to solve signal
generation digitally, but also to implement the distribution of signals to the
various modules using digital methods. In doing so, the goal of galvanic
separation of the individual generator groups was also achieved without loss
of accuracy.
In achieving the amplitude accuracy, the drift behavior (temperature and
long-term) is of major importance in the voltage references, the digital-
analog converters (DAC), the accurate voltage dividers in the voltage
amplifiers, and the current shunts in the current amplifiers.
The actual (typical) data is in general about a factor of 3 better than the
guaranteed data.
The associated exact measurement media are required for the assurance of
the accuracy in the production. The measurement media used by
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OMICRON are regularly calibrated by an accredited calibration institute so

that tracing to international standards can be assured.
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Connections and Interfaces
5 Connections and Interfaces

5.1 Front Panel Connections
Figure 5-1:
Front view of the CMC 356 AUX DC
Output voltage in 3 ranges from 0 - 264 V; used to supply power to test objects.
VOLTAGE OUTPUT BINARY OUTPUT ANALOG DC INPUT

4 x 300 Vrms output of the Four potential-free (with option ELT-1 only)
internal voltage amplifier; relay contacts. 0 - ±1 mA / 0 - ±20 mA:
outputs 1 - 3 also applied to the DC current inputs.
generator combination socket. 0 - ±10 V:
DC voltage inputs.
Power Switch
Generator combination socket BINARY / ANALOG INPUT

8-pole combination socket for 10 binary inputs in 5 galvanically
VOLTAGE OUTPUT 1-3 and separated groups.
CURRENT OUTPUT A (up to
Hardware option ELT-1:
3 × 25 A max.).
The inputs can be configured as analog
Warning indication: measurement inputs. Without option
! Dangerous Voltage! ELT-1 only binary inputs are available.
At least one of the output voltages
exceeds 42 V.
CURRENT OUTPUT
Group A: 3 x32 Arms output of the internal current amplifier; also applied to the
generator combination socket.
Group B: 3 x32 Arms output of the internal current amplifier.
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Figure 5-2:
Simplified circuit diagrams AUX DC BINARY OUTPUT
of binary inputs and
outputs (CMC 356 Software controlled
standard, without option
ELT-1 installed)
BINARY/ANALOG INPUT
Each binary input can be configured individually
for wet or dry operation.
Two inputs (1 + 2, 3 + 4, ...) are one potential
group. The inputs grouped in one potential group
share a common ground.
3 - 10 identical
132 kΩ
132 kΩ
110 kΩ
Vth < 20 V: 78 kΩ 350 kΩ

Vth > 20 V: 3.2 kΩ
Vth Vth
11 V
Circuit diagram of a binary input with Circuit diagram of a binary input for
programmable threshold voltage (wet potential-free operation (dry)
operation)
Note: For simplified circuit diagrams of the inputs BINARY/ANALOG INPUTS and
ANALOG DC INPUT of the CMC 356 with hardware option ELT-1 installed → Figure
6-19 on Page 75.
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Figure 5-3:
Simplified diagrams of VOLTAGE OUTPUT
current and voltage 4 x 300 Vrms
outputs
1 2 3 N 4 N
CURRENT OUTPUT A CURRENT OUTPUT B

3 x 32 Arms 3 x 32 Arms
1 2 3 N 1 2 3 N
In a non-operative state, relay contacts (as illustrated in figure 5-3) protect

the current amplifier from external power by shortening the outputs to N.
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5.1.1 Generator Combination Socket for VOLTAGE OUTPUT and

CURRENT OUTPUT
The combination socket CURRENT OUTPUT / VOLTAGE OUTPUT
simplifies the connection of test objects to the CMC 356. The three voltage
outputs (VOLTAGE OUTPUT 1-3) as well as the CURRENT OUTPUT A are
wired to the combination socket (→ table 5-1 on page 33).
Figure 5-4:
Generator combination
socket
Front view View onto the connector from

the rear cable wiring side
Figure 5-5:
The voltage and current
outputs are wired to the
combination socket
The combination socket can also

be used to connect to CURRENT
OUTPUT A and B (wired in
parallel).
Warning: Keep in mind that the connections on the combination socket may
carry a life-threatening potential when the CMC test set is turned on.
Follow the safety instructions of this manual (→ chapter , "Safety
Instructions" on page 8) when connecting the generator combination
sockets.
If a dangerous voltage (greater than 42 V) is applied to the socket, a
warning indicator ! lights above the socket.
For currents greater than 25 A, do not connect the test object (the load) to
the generator connection socket. Use the 4 mm/0.16 " banana sockets
instead.
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Table 5-1:
Pin assignment Pin Signal
1- VOLTAGE N
2- VOLTAGE 3
3- VOLTAGE 2
4- VOLTAGE 1
1+ CURRENT A 1
2+ CURRENT A N
3+ CURRENT A 3
4+ CURRENT A 2
Note: If using negative sequence phase rotation, swap the connectors

VOLTAGE 2 and VOLTAGE 3 as well as CURRENT 2 and CURRENT 3.
Table 5-2:
Manufacturer ordering Description of the generator combination socket
information
Description SPEAKON LINE 8-pole
Article Number NL8FC
Manufacturer Neutrik (www.neutrik.com)
You can order the plug for generator combination socket directly from
OMICRON.
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5.2 Connections on the Back Panel

Figure 5-6:
Rear view of CMC 356 Power supply, Fans for Interface Status LEDs A & B USB ports
fuse T12.5 AH power supply "ext. Interf." type A & B
"Associate" button
4 mm/0.16 " socket Interfaces Ethernet ports Fans:

for additional “LL out 1 - 6” and ETH1 & ETH2 Current outputs (left),
PE connection*) “LL out 7 - 12” and "!" button voltage outputs (right)
*) To connect to low resistance grounding bars, for example.
The SELV interface LL out 7 - 12 is optional (→ chapter 5.2.7.3).
5.2.1 USB Ports

The lower USB port (USB type B) at the CMC test set’s standard interface
NET-2 board holds a USB port to connect the CMC 356 to your computer.
To ensure the required EMC compatibility, we strongly recommend to use
the OMICRON-supplied cable, only.
Use the upper USB port (USB type A) at the CMC test set's standard
interface board NET-2 to insert USB peripherals such as Wi-Fi sticks. To
ensure the required EMC compatibility, we recommend to only use USB
sticks that were provided by OMICRON.
For the technical data of the USB port → chapter 6.6, "Technical Data of the
Communication Ports" on page 64.
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5.2.2 Ethernet Ports ETH1 and ETH2

Depending on the interface board of your CMC test set, the two PoE
Ethernet (Power over Ethernet) ports ETH1 and ETH2 are either
• 10/100Base-TX (twisted pair) Ethernet ports (at NET-1(x) boards)
• or 10/100/1000Base-TX (twisted pair) Ethernet ports (at NET-2 board).
They support auto crossing (auto MDI/MDIX). This means you can use a
standard cable or a cross-over Ethernet patch cable.
Note: If your Ethernet ports ETH1 and ETH2 look different, that is, ETH2 is
a Fast Ethernet over optical fiber connector version, you have a NET-1
board installed in your test set. Refer to chapter 6.6, "Technical Data of the
Communication Ports" on page 64 for further information.
Since the CMC test set can be controlled over a network, any distance
between the controlling computer and the test set is possible. This enables
direct remote control of the CMC test set, for example, for end-to-end
testing.
The Ethernet ports also provide the basis for the processing of substation
protocols according to the IEC 61850 standard. They allow flexible configu-
rations, for example, for separation of data traffic from different network seg-
ments or segregation of substation protocol data and test set control
commands.
The yellow and green LEDs at each ETH port reflect the port’s operational
status. Depending on your NET-x interface board, their behavior slightly
varies → chapter 6.6, "Technical Data of the Communication Ports" on page
64.
5.2.3 ! Button
The ! button enables you to recover from unsuccessful software image
!
downloads or other emergency situations. To start a new software image
download, press the ! button with a pointed tool or a paper clip while
powering-up the CMC. In that case, the test set will not start as usual but
wait for a new software image download.
5.2.4 Associate Button

The Associate button has the following functions:
Associate
• Association with controlling computer
An Ethernet communication port enables you to communicate with any
CMC available on the network. This may lead to dangerous situations
where a user accidentally connects to a device located on a desk of
somebody else, emitting unsafe voltages and endangering the person
working there.
To prevent such a situation, a special mechanism is integrated into the
CMC test set that allows only “authorized” clients to control the test set.
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By using the Associate button, the test set is registered for use with a
specific host computer.
The test set will issue voltages and currents only when it is associated to
the client requesting this. The association process can be initiated by the
Test Set Association and Configuration tool or by the OMICRON
Device Browser. For more details about this process, refer to the Help of
the according tool.
For the association the Ethernet hardware address (MAC) of the
controlling computer is remembered. Consequently, if the network
interface on the computer has changed, the CMC test set has to be
associated whenever the MAC address changes.
• Reset IP Configuration
If the Associate button is pressed while powering up the CMC test set,
the IP configuration of the network interfaces is reset to factory default,
which is DHCP/AutoIP for both network interfaces. It may be necessary
to reset the IP configuration in this way to recover from settings with
conflicting static IP addresses.
5.2.5 Status LED A, B

The status LED A and B above the "Associate" button are of interest in case
of troubleshooting.
A: yellow status LED
• ON indicates that the test set is ready to be controlled by a computer.
The hardware checks in the test set are finished, and the test set is
properly connected to a computer or a network.
• OFF indicated the test set is waiting for an "emergency software image
download". This is the case when pressing the ! button while powering-
up the CMC test set.
B: green LED
If the yellow LED A is OFF, the green LED B signals the following conditions:
• LED B blinks slowly: CMC test set waits for the TFTP download (Trivial
File Transfer Protocol) of a software image.
• LED B is ON: The TFTP download of the software image is in progress.
• LED B blinks quickly: The computer writes, for example, the software to
the flash memory of the CMC test set. Do not turn off the CMC test set as
long as the writing is in progress.
5.2.6 Ethernet / Network Settings

General
The OMICRON Test Universe software running on your the computer
communicates with the CMC test set via a network connection. Therefore it
is possible to either have the CMC directly connected to the computer’s
network plug by a cable or to have the CMC and the controlling computer
connected to a computer network.
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The yellow and green LEDs at each ETH port reflect the port’s operational
status. Depending on your NET-x interface board, their behavior slightly
varies → chapter 6.6, "Technical Data of the Communication Ports" on page
64.
IP Configuration
For communication of the CMC 356 with the controlling PC the test set and
the OMICRON Test Universe software use a DCOM connection over
TCP/IP. The TCP/IP settings are done via the Test Set Association and
Configuration component included in the Test Universe software.
The CMC 356 can either be set to static IP addresses or use DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) and AutoIP/APIPA (Automatic
Private IP Addressing).
Additionally, there is a special DHCP server integrated in the CMC test set
to serve IP addresses only for that computer the OMICRON Test Universe
software is running on. Note that this will only take place when there is no
DHCP server in the network. If there is a DHCP server in the network, the
DHCP feature of the CMC test set remains inactive.
If the IP settings conflict with IP settings of other devices in the network, it is
possible to reset the test set to factory defaults (DHCP and AutoIP) by
pressing the Associate button at the rear of the test set while powering up
the test set.
Security / Firewall Settings

To automatically detect and set the IP configuration of CMC test sets in the
network, IP multicasts are used by the Test Universe software. Therefore,
the firewall program has to be configured to allow communication with the
CMC test sets. For the Microsoft Windows Firewall in Windows XP SP2 (or
later), Windows 7 or Windows 8 the configuration of the firewall is done
automatically during installation of the OMICRON Test Universe.
To learn how to incorporate network-compatible CMC test sets like the
CMC 356 into a computer network, refer to the Getting Started with Test
Universe manual, chapter 1.
Network Troubleshooting
For a complete list of ports and settings that are needed for the
communication please refer to the Troubleshooting chapter of the Getting
Started with Test Universe manual, subchapter Firewall Configuration.
The Getting Started with Test Universe manual is provided as printed
manual and as PDF. The PDF is available on your hard disk after the
installation of OMICRON Test Universe. To view the manual, start the Help
table of contents entry User Manuals (at the beginning of the table of
contents). Click Test Universe Software Manuals. In this topic you find a
direct link at "Getting Started". To view the manual, click the link.
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5.2.7 SELV Interfaces

All inputs and outputs to the SELV group (SELV = Safety Extra Low Voltage)
reference to a common neutral that is internally connected to the protective
earth (GND) of the housing.
5.2.7.1 External Interface ("ext. Interf.")
The SELV interface connector "ext. Interf." holds four additional transistor
binary outputs (Bin. out 11 - 14). Unlike regular relay outputs,
Bin. out 11 - 14 are bounce-free binary outputs (small signals) and have a
minimal reaction time.
In addition, two high frequency counter inputs for up to 100 kHz are
available for the testing of energy meters.
ext. Interf.
For more detailed information → chapter 6.4.6, "Low-Level Binary Outputs
("ext. Interf.")" on page 55.
Meter Testing
For energy meter test applications, the "ext. Interf." grants easy connectivity.
Synchronization
Via the "ext. Interf.", the CMC 356 time base can be GPS- and IRIG-B-
synchronized. Depending on the synchronization method of your choice,
use either the CMGPS synchronization unit or the CMIRIG-B interface box.
5.2.7.2 LL out 1-6 (Low Level Outputs 1-6)
The SELV interface connector "LL out 1 - 6" holds two independent
generator triples. These six high accuracy analog signal sources can serve
to either control an external amplifier or to directly provide small signal
outputs.
In addition, a serial digital interface is available that transmits control and
monitor functions between the CMC 356 and the external amplifiers.
LL out 1 - 6 Supported devices are CMA 156, CMA 561, CMS 156, CMS 2511 and
CMS 2521.
The low level outputs are short-circuit-proof and continually monitored for
overload.
Connect the external amplifier to the CMC 356 low level outputs. Use the
connecting cable that was supplied with the amplifier.
For more detailed information → chapter 6.4.5, "Low Level Outputs "LL out"
for External Amplifiers" on page 53.
1. These products are not available anymore.
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5.2.7.3 LL out 7-12 (Low Level Outputs 7-12) - Option "LLO-2"
The SELV interface connector "LL out 7 - 12" is optionally available for the
CMC 356 test set.
The outputs 7-12 extend the low level outputs 1-6 by two more independent
generator triples. Outputs 7-12 are technically identical to outputs 1-6 as
described above.
For more detailed information → chapter 6.13, "Option LLO-2 (Low Level
LL out 7 - 12
Outputs)" on page 91.

When a low level output is overloaded, a corresponding warning message
appears on the user interface of the OMICRON Test Universe software.
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6 Technical Data
6.1 Calibration and Guaranteed Values
OMICRON suggests that you calibrate your test sets at least once a year.
The drift of test equipment, that is, the change of accuracy over time,
depends strongly on environmental conditions and the application field.
Excessive use or applied mechanical and/or thermal stress may result in a
necessity of shorter calibration intervals.
Moderate working environments, on the other hand, allow you to increase
the calibration interval to once every two or even three years.
Particularly in cases of extended calibration intervals, verify the accuracy of
the test set by cross-referencing the measurement results with traceable
reference equipment either on a regular basis or prior to use. You can
accomplish that by, for example, using a typical, often-used device under
test as a reference, or by using measurement equipment with a certified
high accuracy.
Should the test equipment fail, get it either calibrated or repaired
immediately.
Limited warranty:
OMICRON guarantees that the test set is working properly within the
quantified specifications at the time of calibration.
OMICRON offers a free-of-charge repair and readjustment for equipment
that fails or drifts out of specification within the first 24 months after first
shipment (new products), or 6 months after repairs.
The limited warranty excludes repair cases due to mechanical damage, high
voltage or current injection, or any kind of use deviant from the equipment’s
designated use.
Guaranteed Values:
• The values apply at 23 °C ± 5 °C, and after a warm-up time greater than
25 min.
• Guaranteed values from the generator outputs:
The values are valid in the frequency range from 10 to 100 Hz unless
specified otherwise. Given maximum phase errors are related to the
voltage amplifier outputs.
• Accuracy data for analog outputs are valid in the frequency range from
0 to 100 Hz unless specified otherwise.
• The given input/output accuracy values relate to the range limit value
(% of range limit value).
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6.2 Main Power Supply

Table 6-1:
Power supply data Main Power Supply
Connection Connector according to IEC 60320-1 C14
Voltage, single phase
nominal voltage 100 - 240 VAC
operational range 85 ... 264 VAC
Power fuse T 12.5 AH 250 V (5 x 20 mm)
"Schurter", order number 0001.2515
Nominal current1 at < 170 V: 12 A max.
at > 170 V: 10 A max.
Frequency
nominal frequency 50/60 Hz
operational range 45 ... 65 Hz
Overvoltage category II
1. → Chapter 6.4.4, "Operational Limits in Conjunction with a Weak Power Supply Voltage" on
page 52.
6.3 Insulation Coordination

Table 6-2:
Insulation coordination Insulation Coordination
Overvoltage category II
Pollution degree 2
Insulation of function - Basic insulation with maximum voltage of
groups on front panel to 600 Vrms to ground
ground (GND)1 - Clearance: > 3 mm (0.12 ")
- Creepage: > 6 mm (0.24 ")
- Test voltage: 2200 Vrms
Insulation of functional - Working insulation
groups on front panel from - Clearance: > 1 mm (0.04 ")
each other
- Creepage: > 1 mm (0.04 ")
- Test voltage: 1500 VDC
Measurement category - CAT III / 300 Vrms
(BINARY / ANALOG - CAT IV / 150 Vrms
INPUTS)
1. Functional groups on CMC 356 front panel:
VOLTAGE OUTPUT, CURRENT OUTPUT (A, B), AUX DC, BINARY OUTPUT,
BINARY / ANALOG INPUT, ANALOG DC INPUT
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Technical Data
6.4 Outputs
For block diagrams of the available generator outputs → chapter 4.1, "Block
Diagram" on page 22.
Table 6-3:
Analog current, voltage, General Generator Outputs Data
and LL outputs.
(Analog current and voltage outputs, and "LL out" outputs)
Frequency ranges1
sinusoidal signals2 10 … 1000 Hz
harmonics/interharmonics3 10 … 3000 Hz
transient signals DC … 3.1 kHz
Frequency resolution < 5 µHz
Frequency accuracy ± 0.5 ppm
Frequency drift ± 1 ppm
Bandwidth (–3 dB) 3.1 kHz
Phase range ϕ - 360° to + 360°
Phase resolution 0.001°
Synchronized operation Generator outputs can be synchronized
to a reference input signal on
binary/analog input 10 (range:
15 … 70 Hz).
Temperature drift 0.0025 %/°C
1. If you purchased the option FL-6, the maximum output frequency is constrained to <587 Hz.
2. Amplitude derating for current outputs at frequencies above 380 Hz.
3. Signals above 1 kHz are only supported in selected Test Universe modules and are only
available on the voltage outputs and the low level outputs.
All voltages and current generators can independently be configured with

respect to amplitude, phase angle, and frequency.
All outputs are monitored. Overload conditions result in a message
displayed on the PC.
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6.4.1 Extended Frequency Range

In selected Test Universe modules, such as Harmonics and PQ Signal
Generator, the CMC 356 supports a mode for generating stationary signals
up to 3 kHz on the voltage outputs and the low-level outputs. This mode
corrects the phase and gain errors of the output filter. The 3 dB bandwidth of
this filter limits the amplitude at 3 kHz to about 70 % of the maximum range
value. The application of the extended frequency range is the generation of
harmonics and interharmonics.
Table 6-4:
Extended frequency range Extended Frequency Range (1 - 3 kHz)
(1 - 3 kHz)
Typical Guaranteed
Low Level Outputs1
Phase error < 0.25 ° <1°
Amplitude error < 0.25 % <1%
Voltage Amplifier
Phase error < 0.25 ° <1°
Amplitude error < 0.25 % <1%
1. No extended frequency range support for external amplifiers.
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Technical Data
6.4.2 Current Outputs

Table 6-5:
Outputs of current groups
A and B
Current Outputs1 (Groups A and B)
Output currents
Footnotes: 6-phase AC (L-N) 6 x 0 ... 32 A (Group A and B)
1.Data for three-phase 3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 0 ... 64 A (Group A + B parallel)
systems are valid for 2, 3
symmetric conditions 2-phase AC (L-L) 2 x 0 ... 32 A (Group A and B)
(0 °, 120 °, 240 °) unless 1-phase AC (L-L)2, 3 1 x 0 ... 64 A (Group A + B parallel)
specified otherwise.
2, 3
2.For wiring of single- 1-phase AC (L-L-L-L) 1 x 0 ... 32 A (Group A + B in series)
phase modes → chapter 2
2-phase AC (LL-LN) 2 x 0 ... 64 A (Group A and B)
7, "Increasing the Output
Power, Operating 1-phase AC (LL-LN)2 1 x 0 ... 128 A (Group A + B parallel)
Modes" on page 93. 2
DC (LL-LN) 1 x 0 ... ±180 A (Group A + B parallel)
3.Single-phase mode
(in phase opposition). Power7 Typical Guaranteed
4.rd. = reading; 6-phase AC (L-N) 6 x 430 VA at 25 A 6 x 250 W at 20 A
rg. = range, whereat
n % of rg. means: n % of 3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 860 VA at 50 A 3 x 500 W at 40 A
upper range value. 2, 3
2-phase AC (L-L) 2 x 870 VA at 25 A 2 x 550 W at 20 A
5.Valid for sinusoidal
signals at 50/60 Hz and
1-phase AC (L-L)2, 3 1 x 1740 VA at 50 A 1 x 1100 W at 40 A
2, 3
Rload ≤ 0.5 Ω. 1-phase AC (L-L-L-L) 1 x 1740 VA at 25 A 1 x 1100 W at 20 A
6.Values at 20 kHz 2
measurement 2-phase AC (LL-LN) 2 x 500 VA at 40 A 2 x 350 W at 40 A
bandwidth, nominal 1-phase AC (LL-LN)2 1 x 1000 VA at 80 A 1 x 700 W at 80 A
value, and nominal load.
2
7.Guaranteed data at DC (LL-LN) 1 x 1400 W at ±80 A 1 x 1000 W at ±80 A
230 V power supply for Accuracy Typical Guaranteed
ohmic loads (PF=1);
typical data for inductive Rload ≤ 0.5 Ω Error < 0.05 % rd. Error < 0.15 % of rd.
4
loads. + 0.02% of rg. + 0.05% of rg.
→ Chapter 6.4.4,
"Operational Limits in Harmonic distortion 0.05 % < 0.15 %
Conjunction with a Weak (THD+N)5,6
Power Supply Voltage"
on page 52. Phase error5 0.05 ° < 0.2 °
8.Current amplitude DC offset current < 3 mA < 10 mA
derating at frequencies
above 380 Hz Resolution 1 mA, 2 mA (2 phases in parallel), ...
(→ figure 6-4).
9.For currents > 25 A,
Frequency range8 0 … 1000 Hz
connect test object only Trigger on overload Timer accuracy error < 1 ms
to the 4 mm/0.16 "
banana connections and Short-circuit protection Unlimited
not to the generator Open-circuit protection Open outputs (open-circuit) permitted
combination socket.
Connection 4 mm/0.16 " banana connectors, amplifier
connection socket9 (OUTPUT A only)
Insulation Reinforced insulation of power supply and
all SELV interfaces
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Figure 6-1:
Guaranteed output power 1000
per phase of a group and

900
when groups A and B are
connected in parallel 800
(active power values in W
Output power per phase in VA / W

Output Power per Phase [VA] / [W]
are guaranteed; apparent 700
power values in VA are

600
typical values)
500
400
300
S 6~ per phase
per phase in
[VA] VA
200
P 6~ per phase
per phase in
[W] W
S 3~ (A//B) phase
(A//B) per phasein[VA]
VA
100 P 3~ (A//B) phase
(A//B) per phasein[W]
W
P 3~ (one
(one triple) per phase
phase [W]
in W
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Output Current [Arms]
Output current in Arms
Figure 6-2:
Guaranteed single phase
output power curves 2000
(active power values in W
are guaranteed; apparent 1800
S: 32A (L-L-L-L) [VA]
power values in VA are
1600 P: 32A (L-L-L-L) [W]
typical values)
S: 64A (L-L) [VA]
Output power in VA / W
1400 P: 64A (L-L) [W]

S: 128A (LL-LN) [VA]
Output Power [VA] / [W]
1200
P: 128A (LL-LN) [W]
1000
800
600
400
200
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
For additional information → chapter 7.1, "Single-Phase Operation of the

CMC 356" on page 94.
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Technical Data
Figure 6-3:
Typical compliance
160.0
voltage (50/60 Hz)
140.0
low sensitive
sensitive32A
32 A(L-L-L-L)
(L-L-L-L)
Compliance voltage in Vpeak

1~ low
120.0
high sensitive
1~ high sensitive32A
32 A (L-L-L-L)
(L-L-L-L)
Compliance Voltage [Vpeak]

low sensitive
1~ low sensitive64A
64 A(L-L
(L-L//L-L)
// L-L)
high sensitive
64 A (L-L//L-L)
(L-L // L-L)
100.0
low sensitive
1~ low sensitive128A
128 A (LL-LN)
(LL-LN)
sensitive 128A
1~ high sensitive 128 A(LL-LN
(LL-LN//LL-LN)
// LL-LN)
low sensitive
6~ low sensitive32A
32 A(L-N)
(L-N)
80.0
high sensitive
32 A (L-N)
(L-N)
low sensitive
3~ low sensitive64A
64 A(L-N)
(L-N)
high sensitive
64 A (L-N)
(L-N)
60.0
40.0
20.0
0.0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
The high and low sensitive curves in figure 6-3 correspond to the overload
detection sensitivity settings in the Test Universe software. The low sensitive
curves show the maximum available peak compliance voltage, which is
mainly relevant for testing primary and electromechanical relays.
Figure 6-4:
Current derating at high 32
frequencies for sinusoidal
signals 28
24
[A]A
current in
Current
20
16
Max.Max.
12
0
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
Frequency in Hz
Frequency [Hz]
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Figure 6-5:
Typical continuous output
current and output power
at 23 °C;
single-phase mode
Continuous output power in W
Current in A
Figure 6-6:
Typical continuous output
current and output power
at 23 °C;
three- and six-phase mode
Continuous output power in W
Current in A
The continuous operating range is given by the area below the curves in the
figure 6-5 and 6-6 above.
If you don’t require more than 64 A, we recommend to use the 1 x 64 A
configuration rather than the 128 A one because the 1 x 64 A configuration
provides more continuous output power.
Due to the large number of operating modes, it is not possible to give
universally applicable curves for the discontinuous mode. However, the
examples given below can be used instead to gain feeling for the possible
output durations (t1 is the possible duration of a cold device).
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Technical Data
Table 6-6:
Typical duty cycles for 6 x 32 A (L-N) 3 x 64 A (L-N)
operation at ambient
I P duty t1 ton toff I P duty t1 ton toff
temperature of 23 °C [A] [W] cycle [min] [s] [s] [A] [W] cycle [min] [s] [s]
0 ... 25 0 ... 1200 100% > 30 > 1800 - 0 ... 50 0 ... 1200 100% > 30 > 1800 -
26 1400 80% 7.5 80 20 52 1400 80% 7.5 80 20
29 1300 75% 6.0 60 20 58 1300 75% 6.0 60 20
32 1200 71% 3.5 50 20 64 1200 71% 3.5 50 20
1 x 128 A (LL-LN)
I P duty t1 [min] ton toff [s]
[A] [W] cycle [s]
0 .... 80 0 ... 700 100% > 30.0 > 1800 0
100 450 60% 4.9 30 20
120 300 43% 2.6 15 20
128 200 38% 2.0 12 20
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6.4.3 Voltage Outputs

Table 6-7:
CMC 356 voltage outputs 4 Voltage Outputs
Footnotes: Output voltages
1.a) VL4 (t) automatically 3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 0 ... 300 V
calculated: 4-phase AC (L-N)1 4 x 0 ... 300 V
VL4=(VL1+ VL2+ VL3) * C 1-phase AC (L-N) 1 x 0 ... 300 V
C: configurable constant
from –4 to +4.
1-phase AC (L-L) 1 x 0 ... 600 V
DC (L-N) 4 x 0 ... ± 300 V
b) VL4 can be configured
by software in frequency, Output power2 Typical Guaranteed
phase, and amplitude. 3
3-phase AC 3 x 100 VA at 100 ... 300 V 3 x 85 VA at 85 ... 300 V
2.Guaranteed data for
ohmic loads, (PF=1).
4-phase AC4 4 x 75 VA at 100 ... 300 V 4 x 50 VA at 85 ... 300 V
Refer to the 1-phase AC (L-N) 1 x 200 VA at 100 ... 300 V 1 x 150 VA at 75 ... 300 V
accompanying figure of 1-phase AC (L-L) 1 x 275 VA at 200 ... 600 V 1 x 250 VA at 200... 600 V
the output power curves. DC (L-N) 1 x 420 W at 300 VDC 1 x 360 W at 300 VDC
→ Chapter 6.4.4,
"Operational Limits in Accuracy Error < 0.03 % of rd.5 Error < 0.08 % of rd.
Conjunction with a Weak + 0.01 % of rg. + 0.02 % of rg.
Power Supply Voltage"
on page 52. Harmonic distortion 0.015 % < 0.05 %
3.Data for three-phase (THD+N)6, 7
systems are valid for
Phase error6 Typical 0.02 ° Guaranteed < 0.1 °
symmetric conditions
(0 °, 120 °, 240 °). DC offset voltage < 20 mV < 100 mV
4.Data for four-phase
systems are valid for Voltage ranges Range I: 0 ... 150 V
symmetric conditions Range II: 0 ... 300 V
(0 °, 90 °, 180 °, 270 °).
Resolution Range I: 5 mV
5.rd. = reading; Range II: 10 mV
rg. = range, whereat
n % of rg. means: n % of Frequency ranges8 Sinusoidal signals 10 … 1000 Hz
upper range value. harmonics/interharm.9 10 … 3000 Hz
6.Valid for sinusoidal transient signals DC … 3.1 kHz
signals at 50/60 Hz.
7. 20 kHz measurement Short-circuit protect. Unlimited for L - N
bandwidth, nominal Connection 4 mm/0.16 " banana connectors; amplifier
value, and nominal load.
connection socket VL1-VL3
8. If you purchased the
option FL-6, the Insulation Reinforced insulation of power supply and all SELV
maximum output interfaces
frequency is constrained
to <587 Hz.
9.Signals above 1 kHz are
only supported in
selected software
modules, and are only
available on the voltage
outputs and the low level
outputs.
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Technical Data
6.4.3.1 Power Diagram for Three-Phase Operation

Figure 6-7:
Power diagram for typical
three-phase operation
guaranteed
Output power per phase in VA
Output voltage in V
6.4.3.2 Power Diagram for Single-Phase Operation
Also refer to chapter 7.1.4, "Single-Phase Voltage" on page 97.

Figure 6-8:
Single-phase operation typical
L-N
guaranteed
Output power in VA
Output voltage L-N in V
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Figure 6-9:
Single-phase operation
typical
L-L
guaranteed
Output power in VA
Output voltage L-L in V
6.4.4 Operational Limits in Conjunction with a Weak Power

Supply Voltage
Principally, the maximum output power of the CMC 356 is limited by the
power supply input voltage. If the supply input voltage is less than 115 VAC,
it is possible to supply the CMC 356 with two phases (L-L) instead of the
normal phase-neutral (L-N) operation in order to increase the supply voltage
(115 V * sqrt(3) = 200 V).
In order to limit the internal losses and to maximize the output power of the
voltage amplifier, always set the maximum test object voltage to the
minimum value possible for the test.
Apart from the reduction of the available total output power of low line
voltages, no other significant degradations in the technical data of the
CMC 356 occur.
Table 6-8:
Typical total output power Power Current Typical total output power
at different power supply
supply
voltages. Currents only Currents AUX DC & voltage
230 V 6 x 15 A 1600 W 1190 W + 300 W
6 x 25 A 1470 W 1060 W + 300 W
6 x 32 A 1320 W 910 W + 300 W
115 V1 6 x 15 A 1120 W 710 W + 300 W
6 x 25 A 990 W 580 W + 300 W
6 x 32 A 860 W 450 W + 300 W
100 V1 6 x 15 A 910 W 500 W + 300 W
6 x 25 A 790 W 380 W + 300 W
6 x 32 A 670 W 260 W + 300 W
1. After 15 min of continuous operation at full output power a duty cycle of 15 min on/15 min off
is required at an ambient temperature of 25°C. This does not apply to the 6 x 32 A example
because the output duration is limited by the current amplifier (→ chapter 6.4.2, "Current
Outputs" on page 45 for more details).
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Technical Data
6.4.5 Low Level Outputs "LL out" for External Amplifiers

Note: The low-level outputs "LL out 7 - 12" are only available, if the option
LLO-2 is installed.
Both SELV interface connectors "LL out 1 - 6" as well as the optional
"LL out 7 - 12" (if applicable) hold two independent generator triples each.
These six high accuracy analog signal sources per connector can serve to
either control an external amplifier or to directly provide small signal outputs.
In addition, each SELV interface connector provides a serial digital interface
(pins 8-16; see below) that transmits control and monitor functions between
the CMC 356 and the external amplifiers. Supported devices are the
CMA 156, CMA 561, CMS 156, CMS 2511 and CMS 2521.
The low level outputs are short-circuit-proof and continually monitored for
overload. They are separated through reinforced insulation from the power
input and from the load outputs (SELV interface). They deliver calibrated
signals in the range from 0 to 7 Veff nominal (0 to ± 10 Vpeak).
Both the selection of the particular amplifier as well as the specification of
the range of the amplifier takes place in the Test Universe software.
Table 6-9:
Pin assignment of
"LL out 1-6" (lower 16-pole Pin Function Function
Lemo socket); view onto LL out 1-6 LL out 7-12
the connector from the
cable wiring side. 1 LL out 1 LL out 7
2 LL out 2 LL out 8
The pin assignment of 1 11
"LL out 7-12" socket is 2 12 10
3 LL out 3 LL out 9
identical.
3 13 16 9
4 Neutral (N) connected to GND
4
14 15
8 5 LL out 4 LL out 10
5 7
6 LL out 5 LL out 11
6
7 LL out 6 LL out 12
8-16 For internal purposes
Housing Screen connection
"LL out 1-3" and "LL out 4-6" (and optionally "LL out 7-9" and "LL out 10-12")
each make up a selectable voltage or current triple.
1. These products are not available anymore.
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Table 6-10:
Data for SELV outputs 6 Outputs "LL out 1 - 6" and 6 (optional) outputs "LL out 7 - 12"
"LL out"
Output voltage range 0…±10 Vpeak1 (SELV)
Frequency range2 0 … 3000 Hz

Output current Max. 1 mA
Resolution < 250 µV
Accuracy Typical < 0.025 % Guaranteed < 0.07 %
for 1…10 Vpeak
Harmonic distortion Typical < 0.015 % Guaranteed < 0.05 %
(THD+N)3
Phase error4 Typical 0.02 ° Guaranteed < 0.1 °
DC offset voltage Typical < 150 µV Guaranteed < 1.5 mV
Unconventional CT/VT
simulation Linear or Rogowski5 mode
Overload indication Yes
Short-circuit protection Unlimited to GND
Insulation Reinforced insulation to all other potential groups
of the test equipment. GND is connected to
protective earth (PE).
1. Input OMICRON amplifier nominal: 0 ... 5 Vrms
2. If you purchased the option FL-6, the maximum output frequency is constrained to <587 Hz.
3. Values at nominal voltage (10 Vpeak), 50/60 Hz, and 20 kHz measurement bandwidth.
4. Valid for sinusoidal signals at 50/60 Hz.
5. When simulating Rogowski sensors, the output voltage is proportional to the derivative of the
current with respect to time (di(t)/dt).
Table 6-11:
Ordering Information Ordering Information
Connector for two guide notches and pull relief FGB.2B.316.CLAD 72Z
(for "LL out")
Black anti-bend cable cover GMA.2B.070 DN
For a manufacturer description about the connection sockets "LL out" and
"ext. Interf.", visit the Web site www.lemo.com.
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Technical Data
6.4.6 Low-Level Binary Outputs ("ext. Interf.")

The SELV interface connector "ext. Interf." holds four additional transistor
binary outputs (Bin. out 11 - 14). Unlike regular relay outputs,
Bin. out 11 - 14 are bounce-free binary outputs (small signals) and have a
minimal reaction time.
In addition, two high frequency counter inputs for up to 100 kHz are
available for the testing of energy meters. They are described in chapter
6.5.2, "Counter Inputs 100 kHz (Low Level)" on page 62.
Figure 6-10:
Pin assignment of "ext. Pin Function
Interf." (upper 16-pole
Lemo socket); view onto
Pin 1 Counter input 1
the connector from the Pin 2 Counter input 2
cable wiring side
Pin 3 Reserved
Pin 4 Neutral (N) connected to GND
Pin 5 Binary output 11
Pin 9 Reserved
Table 6-12:
Data of the low-level 4 Low-Level Transistor Binary Outputs (Bin. out 11 - 14)
binary outputs 11 - 14
Type Open-collector transistor outputs;
external pull-up resistor
Switching voltage Max. 15 V
Max. input voltage ±16 V
Switch current Max. 5 mA (current limited); min. 100 µA
Actualization time 100 µs
Rise time < 3 µs (Vextern = 5 V, Rpullup = 4.7 kΩ)
Connection Connector "ext. Interf." (CMC 356 rear side)
Insulation Reinforced insulation to all other potential
groups of the test equipment. GND is
connected to protective earth (PE).
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Figure 6-11:
Circuit diagram of Rear side of
"ext. Interf." binary CMC 356
transistor outputs 11 - 14 Vextern = 5 ... 15 V
Inside of CMC 356 Rpullup
22 kΩ
16 V
Binary outputs 11 ... 14

"ext. Interf."
6.8 kΩ 47 Ω
Table 6-13:
Ordering Information Ordering Information
Connector for one guide notch and pull relief FGG.2B.316.CLAD 72Z
(for "ext. Interf")
For a manufacturer description about the connection sockets "LL out" and
"ext. Interf.", visit the Web site www.lemo.com.
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Technical Data
6.4.7 Binary Output Relays

Table 6-14:
Data of binary output 4 Binary Output Relays (Binary Outputs 1-4)
relays
Type Potential-free contacts; software-controlled
AC loading Vmax 300 VAC; Imax 8 A; Pmax 2000 VA
DC loading Vmax 300 VDC; Imax 8 A; Pmax 50 W
(refer to load limit curve)
Switch-on current 15 A (max. 4 s at 10 % duty-cycle)
Electrical lifetime 100 000 switching cycles at 230 VAC / 8 A and
ohmic load
Pickup time Approx. 6 ms
Fall back time Approx. 3 ms
Bounce time Approx. 0.5 ms
Connection 4 mm/0.16 " banana sockets
Insulation Reinforced insulation from all SELV interfaces and
from power supply.
The accompanying diagram shows the load limit curve for DC voltages. For
AC voltages, a maximum power of 2000 VA is achieved.
Figure 6-12:
Load limit curve for relays
on the binary outputs with 350
DC voltages 300
250 P
U in V / P in W
200
150
100
50 U
0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Current in A
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6.4.8 DC Supply (AUX DC)

Table 6-15:
DC Voltage supply DC Supply (AUX DC)
AUX DC
Voltage ranges 0 ... 66 VDC (max. 0.8 A)
0 ... 132 VDC (max 0.4 A)
0 ... 264 VDC (max. 0.2 A)
Power Max. 50 W
Accuracy1 Error: typical < 2 %, guaranteed < 5 %
Resolution < 70 mV
Connection 4 mm/0.16 " banana sockets on front panel
Short-circuit protection Yes
Overload indication Yes
Insulation Reinforced insulation from power supply and
all SELV interfaces
1. Percentage is with respect to each range's full-scale.
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Technical Data
6.5 Inputs
6.5.1 Binary Inputs
Note: If option ELT-1 is installed, only the general binary input data given in
the following Table 6-16 are valid. For detailed information about the option
ELT-1 → chapter 6.12, "Option ELT-1" on page 71.
Table 6-16:
General data of General Data of Binary Inputs 1…10
binary inputs
Number of binary inputs 10
Trigger criteria Potential-free or DC-voltage compared to
threshold voltage
Reaction time Max. 220 µs
Sampling frequency 10 kHz
Time resolution 100 µs
Max. measuring time Unlimited
Debounce time 0…25 ms (→ page 61)
Deglitch time 0…25 ms (→ page 61)
Counting function
counter frequency 3 kHz (per input)
pulse width >150 µs (for high and low signals)
Configuration Binary inputs can be configured. Refer to the
OMICRON Test Universe Help.
Connection 4 mm/0.16 " banana sockets on the front
panel
Insulation 5 galvanic insulated binary groups with each
2 inputs having its own GND.
Operation insulation to the power outputs, DC
inputs and between galvanically separated
groups. Reinforced insulation from all SELV
interfaces and from power supply.
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Table 6-17:
Data for potential-sensing Data for Potential-Sensing Operation
operation
Threshold voltage data per input
range Setting range Resolution
Range I 0...20 V 50 mV
Range II >20...300 V 500 mV
Max. input voltage CAT III/ / 300 Vrms
CAT IV / 150 Vrms
Threshold voltage accuracy1 5 % of rd. + 0.5 % of rg.

Threshold voltage hysteresis Range I: typ. 60 mV
Range II: typ. 900 mV
Input impedance2
Threshold 0...20V 210 kΩ
Threshold 20...300V 135 kΩ
1. Applies to positive voltage signal edge; value shown in % of reading (rd.) + % of upper range
value (rg.)
2. → Figure 5-2, "Simplified circuit diagrams of binary inputs and outputs (CMC 356 standard,
without option ELT-1 installed)" on page 30.
Table 6-18:
Data for potential-free
operation
Data for Potential-Free Operation1
Trigger criteria Logical 0: R > 100 kΩ
Logical 1: R < 10 kΩ
Input impedance 216 kΩ
1. → figure 5-2, "Simplified circuit diagrams of binary inputs and outputs (CMC 356 standard,
Deglitching input signals

In order to suppress short spurious pulses a deglitching algorithm could be
configured. The deglitch process results in an additional dead time and
introduces a signal delay. In order to be detected as a valid signal level, the
level of an input signal must have a constant value at least during the
deglitch time. The figure below illustrates the deglitch function.
Figure 6-13:
Signal curve, deglitching
input signals Input signal
Input signal deglitched
Tdeglitch Tdeglitch
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Technical Data
Debouncing input signals

For input signals with a bouncing characteristic, a debounce function can be
configured. This means that the first change of the input signal causes the
debounced input signal to be changed and then be kept on this signal value
for the duration of the debounce time.
The debounce function is placed after the deglitch function described above
and both are realized by the firmware of the CMC 356 and are calculated in
real time.
The figure below illustrates the debounce function. On the right-hand side of
the figure, the debounce time is too short. As a result, the debounced signal
rises to “high” once again, even while the input signal is still bouncing and
does not drop to low level until the expiry of another period Tdebounce.
Figure 6-14:
Signal curve, debounce Input signal
input signals
Input signal
debounced
Tdebounce Tdebounce Tdebounce
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6.5.2 Counter Inputs 100 kHz (Low Level)

The SELV interface connector "ext. Interf." holds two high frequency counter
inputs for up to 100 kHz are available for the testing of energy meters.
In addition, four transistor binary outputs (Bin. out 11 - 14) are available.
They are described in chapter 6.4.6, "Low-Level Binary Outputs ("ext.
Interf.")" on page 55.
Figure 6-15:
Pin assignment of "ext. Pin Function
Interf." (upper 16-pole
Lemo socket); view onto
Pin 1 Counter input 1
the connector from the Pin 2 Counter input 2
cable wiring side
Pin 3 Reserved
Pin 4 Neutral (N) connected to GND
Pin 9 Reserved
Table 6-19:
Counter inputs 100 kHz 2 Counter Inputs
Max. counter frequency 100 kHz
Pulse width > 3 µs (high and low signal)
Switch threshold
pos. edge max. 8 V
neg. edge min. 4 V
Hysteresis typ. 2 V
Rise & fall times < 1 ms
Max. input voltage ± 30 V
Connection Socket "ext. Interf." (rear CMC 356)
Insulation Reinforced insulation to all other potential
groups of the test equipment. GND is
connected to protective earth (PE).
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Technical Data
Figure 6-16:
Circuit diagram of Rear side of
"ext. Interf." counter inputs CMC 356 +15 V
1 and 2 Inside of
CMC 356
22 kΩ
Counter inputs 1 & 2
"ext. Interf."
100 kΩ 47 pF
Table 6-20:
Ordering Information
Ordering Information
Connector for one guide notch and pull relief FGG.2B.316.CLAD 72Z
(for "ext. Interf")
For a manufacturer description about the connection sockets "LL out 1-6"
and "ext. Interf.", visit the Web site www.lemo.com.
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6.6 Technical Data of the Communication Ports

An overview:
The first versions of the CMC 356 test sets were delivered with a NET-1
board that contained two different Ethernet ports: ETH1, a 10/100Base-TX
Ethernet port, and ETH2, a 100Base-FX (optical fiber) Ethernet port.
With the introduction of the front panel control device CMControl, the
CMC 356 test sets came with a NET-1B board that contained two identical
10/100Base-TX PoE (Power over Ethernet) Ethernet ports ETH1 and ETH2.
The successor, the interface board NET-1C, provides a USB port in addition
to ETH1 and ETH2. This way you are able to communicate with the new
CMControl and have Ethernet as well as USB access at the same time.
Today, CMC 356 test set’s standard interface board is the NET-2 board that,
in addition to ETH1, ETH2 and USB, provides one extra USB port for the
use of USB peripherals, such as memory sticks, etc.
CMC 356 test sets with a NET-1(x) board can be upgraded with the new
NET-2 board.
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Technical Data
6.6.1 The NET-2 Board

The NET-2 board requires a Test Universe software version 3.00 SR2 (or
later), or a CMControl software version of 2.30 (or later).
Table 6-21:
NET-2: 2 x USB port and Ethernet ports ETH1/ETH2
USB type USB 2.0 high speed up to 480 Mbit/s
USB connector USB type A (for future use of USB
peripherals)
Output current 500 mA max.
USB type USB 2.0 high speed up to 480 Mbit/s;
USB 1.1-compatible
USB connector USB type B (connect to computer)
USB cable USB 2.0 high speed type A-B, 2 m/6 ft.
ETH type 10/100/1000Base-TX1 (twisted pair,
auto-MDI/MDIX or auto-crossover)
ETH connector RJ45
ETH cable type LAN cable of category 5 (CAT5) or better
The NET-2 board’s ETH port status Depending on the ETH type of your NET-2
communication ports LED interface board’s counterpart, the status
LED’s behavior varies.
Physical link established, port active:
Mbit/s Active LED ON

10 yellow
100 green
1000 yellow + green
If there is traffic via an ETH port, the active

LEDs start blinking.
ETH Power over IEEE 802.3af compliant.
Ethernet (PoE)
Port capability limited to one Class 1
(3.84 W) and one Class 2 (6.49 W) power
device.
1. 10Base = 10 Mbit/s transfer rate
100Base = 100 Mbit/s transfer rate
1000Base = 1000 Mbit/s transfer rate
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6.6.2 The NET-1C Board

Table 6-22:
NET-1C: USB port and Ethernet ports ETH1/ETH2
USB type1 USB 2.0 full speed up to 12 Mbit/s
USB connector USB type B (connect to computer)
USB cable 2 m/6 ft USB 2.0 high speed type A-B
ETH type 10/100Base-TX (10/100Mbit, twisted pair,
ETH connector RJ45
ETH cable type LAN cable of category 5 (CAT5) or better
ETH port status • Physical link established, port active:
LED green LED ON.
• Traffic via ETH port: yellow LED is
blinking.
The NET-1C board’s
communication ports ETH Power over IEEE 802.3af compliant.
Ethernet (PoE)
device.
1. For the USB port to work, the NET-1C board requires a Test Universe software of version
3.00 (or later) plus the matching CMC firmware.
6.6.3 The NET-1B Board

Table 6-23:
NET-1B: Ethernet ports ETH1 and ETH2
Type 10/100Base-TX (10/100Mbit, twisted pair,
Connector RJ45
Cable type LAN cable of category 5 (CAT5) or better
ETH port status • Physical link established, port active:
LED green LED ON.
blinking.
ETH Power over IEEE 802.3af compliant.

Ethernet (PoE)
device.
The NET-1B board’s
communication ports
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Technical Data
6.6.4 The NET-1 Board

Table 6-24:
NET-1: Ethernet ports ETH1 and ETH2
Type 100Base-FX (100Mbit, fiber, duplex)
Connector MT-RJ
Cable type 50/125 µm or 62.5/125 µm (duplex patch
cable)
Cable length > 1 km/0.62 miles possible
ETH2 port status • Physical link established, port active:
LED green LED ON.
blinking.
This is a product of Laser Class 1

(IEC 60825, EN 60825)
The NET-1 board’s Type 10/100Base-TX (10/100Mbit, twisted pair,

communication ports
Connector RJ45
Cable type LAN cable of category 5 (CAT5) or better
ETH1 port status • Physical link established, port active:
LED green LED ON.
blinking.
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6.7 Environmental Conditions
6.7.1 Climate
Table 6-25:
Climate Climate
Operating temperature 0 ... +50 °C;
above +30 °C a 50 % duty cycle may apply.
Storage and transportation -25 … +70 °C
Max. altitude 2000 m
Humidity 5 … 95 % relative humidity; no condensation
Climate Tested according to IEC 60068-2-78
6.7.2 Shock and Vibration

Table 6-26:
Shock and vibration Dynamics
Vibration Tested according to IEC 60068-2-6;
frequency range 10 ... 150 Hz; acceleration
2 g continuous (20 m/s²); 10 cycles per axis
Shock Tested according to IEC 60068-2-27;
15 g / 11 ms, half-sinusoid, each axis
6.8 Mechanical Data

Table 6-27:
Data regarding size and Size, Weight and Protection
weight
Weight 16.8 kg (37 lbs)
Dimensions W x H x D (without handle) 450 x 145 x 390 mm
(17.7 x 5.7 x 15.4 ")
Housing IP20 according to EN 60529
6.9 Cleaning
To clean the CMC 356, use a cloth dampened with isopropanol alcohol.
Prior to cleaning, always switch off the power switch and unplug the power
cord from the power supply.
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6.10 Safety Standards, Electromagnetic Compatibility

(EMC) and Certificates
Table 6-28:
EMC compatibility and EMC
certified safety standards
Emission
Europe EN 61326-1; EN 61000-6-4; EN 61000-3-2/3
International IEC 61326-1; IEC 61000-6-4; IEC 61000-3-2/3
USA FCC Subpart B of Part 15 Class A
Immunity
Europe EN 61326-1; EN 61000-6-2; EN 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/11
International IEC 61326-1; IEC 61000-6-2; IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/11
Certified Safety Standards
Europe EN 61010-1; EN 61010-2-030
International IEC 61010-1; IEC 61010-2-030
USA UL 61010-1; UL 61010-2-030
Canada CAN/CSA-C22.2 No 61010-1;
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No 61010-2-030
Certificate
Manufactured under an ISO9001 registered system
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6.11 Compliance Statements
6.11.1 Declaration of Conformity (EU)
The product adheres to the specifications of the guidelines of the council of

the European Community for meeting the requirements of the member
states regarding the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Directive
2004/108/EC, the low voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and the RoHS Directive
2011/65/EU.
6.11.2 FCC Compliance (USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
6.11.3 Declaration of Compliance (Canada)
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de le classe A est comforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
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Technical Data
6.12 Option ELT-1

Figure 6-17:
Binary/analog inputs and Analog DC Inputs
inputs for analog DC
measurement
Binary/analog inputs
The ELT-1 option enables the CMC 356 to measure analog signals:
• Analog DC inputs (+/-10V and either +/-1mA or +/-20mA) for basic
transducer testing with the test module QuickCMC.
• Basic voltage and current measurements with up to three of the 10
analog measurement inputs (restricted EnerLyzer mode).
In addition, the Test Universe module EnerLyzer provides the following
functionality:
• Simultaneous measurement of up to 10 voltages and/or currents.
• Evaluation of DC components (DC voltages or DC currents).
• Real-time indication of effective values (true RMS) for all measurement
signals.
• Peak values indication (Upeak, Ipeak,...).
• Phase angles with reference to a given input signal.
• Real-time calculation of apparent, reactive, and active power (in any
configuration).
• Frequency and spectrum indication (harmonic diagrams) of periodic
signals.
• Capturing of transient input signals with different sampling rates.
• Different triggering options for transient signal capturing (basic triggers
and power quality triggers).
• Trend Recording: Measurement of RMS current, RMS voltage,
frequency, phase, active, apparent and reactive power and power factor
over long periods of time (up to 4 million samples possible).
Using the CMC 356 test set in combination with the Test Universe module
Transducer enables advanced testing of multifunctional single-phase and
three-phase electrical transducers with symmetrical or non-symmetrical
operating characteristics.
The ELT-1 option can either be ordered with the new test set or later as a
factory upgrade (the CMC 356 needs to be returned to OMICRON).
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6.12.1 General Data

The actual capturing of the measurement values and the range switching for
the channels takes place in the analog input stages AFE (Analog Front
End). Each AFE is used by two input channels and galvanically separated
from the other input stages.
The measured values are passed through an isolation amplifier to the
"Measurement Unit" and digitized by an A/D converter. The further
processing is done by a high-performance floating point digital signal
processor (DSP).
As such, apparent power, reactive power, active power, etc., can be
provided in real-time and transmitted to the PC.
The analog measurement inputs have five measurement ranges that can be
configured individually in the test module EnerLyzer.
• 100 mV
• 1V
• 10 V
• 100 V
• 600 V
These range limits refer to the respective rms values of sinusoidal input
signals. The ranges 100 mV, 1 V, 10 V and 100 V can be overloaded
approximately with 10 %.
Input impedance: 500 kOhm || 50 pF for all measurement ranges.
Overload protection: 600 Vrms (± 850 Vpeak) from reference potential N,
from another input, or protective earth (GND).
The sampling rate can be configured by software:
• 28.44 kHz
• 9.48 kHz
• 3.16 kHz
Four different operating modes are possible:
• Multimeter Mode (→ chapter 6.12.6)
• Harmonic Analysis (→ chapter 6.12.7)
• Transient Recording (→ chapter 6.12.8)
• Trend Recording (→ chapter 6.12.9)
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6.12.2 Analog DC Input (VDC, IDC)
Figure 6-18:
DC measurement unit The measurement of analog DC signals has been
(analog inputs VDC, IDC) implemented to enable the testing of transducers.
The measurement unit consists of
• a highly accurate voltage reference,
• one ADC (Analog Digital Converter) for each
input,
• and the respective input circuits (that is,
accurate voltage divider, shunt, filter).
The DC measurement unit measures the input signals VDC and IDC and
performs the evaluation and forwarding of the measurement values.
Input IDC has two measurement ranges: 0 … ± 20 mA and 0 … ± 1mA. The
input is protected by a reversible input fuse. The inputs VDC and IDC
reference a common neutral N. The DC measurement unit is galvanically
isolated from all other connections on the front panel.
6.12.3 Accuracy of the Analog DC Input

Note: Exceeding the specified input values can damage the measurement
inputs!
Table 6-29:
DC measurement input DC Measurement Input IDC
Measurement ranges 0 ... ±1 mA
0 ... ±20 mA
Max. input current 600 mA
1
rg. = range, whereat Accuracy Typical error Guaranteed error
n % of rg. means: n % < 0.003 % of rg.1 < 0.02 % of rg.
of upper range value.
Input impedance Approx. 15 Ω
Connection 4 mm/0.16 " banana connectors
Insulation Insulation to all other front panel connections.
Reinforced insulation from all SELV interfaces and
from power supply.
Not galvanically isolated from VDC.
Table 6-30:
DC voltage measurement DC Voltage Measurement Input VDC
input
Measurement range 0…± 10 V
Max. input voltage ± 11 V
Input impedance 1 MΩ
Max. input current ± 90 mA
Accuracy Typical error Guaranteed error
< 0.003 % of rg. < 0.02 % of rg.
Connection 4 mm/0.16 " banana connectors
Insulation Not galvanically isolated from IDC
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6.12.4 Measuring Currents
Since the analog inputs of the CMC 356 are voltage inputs, current
measurement has to be performed using suitable active current clamps with
voltage outputs or shunt resistors.
OMICRON offers the C-PROBE1 as a suitable current clamp. The
C-PROBE1 is not included in the scope of delivery of option ELT-1 and thus
has to be ordered separately.
For further information, please contact OMICRON electronics (→ chapter
"Support" on page 107).
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Technical Data
6.12.5 Accuracy of Binary/Analog Inputs with Option ELT-1

The technical data for the binary inputs change with the installation of
option ELT-1.
Figure 6-19:
Simplified diagrams of ANALOG DC INPUT
analog and binary inputs
Only available with option ELT-1.
with option ELT-1 installed
1 MΩ
PTC
0 - ±20 mA 0 - ±10 V
BINARY/ANALOG INPUT
Circuit diagram of a binary input

for potential-free operation
240 kΩ
12V
Vin +
500kΩ 500kΩ
Vcomp
25 pF 500kΩ
3 - 10 identical
2.5V
Vin -
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Table 6-31:
Data for potential-sensing Data for Potential-Sensing Operation
operation
Threshold voltage data per input Setting range Resolution
range
100 mV ± 100 mV 2 mV
1V ±1V 20 mV
10 V ± 10 V 200 mV
100 V ± 100 V 2V
600 V ± 600 V 20 V
Max. input voltage CAT II / 600 Vrms (850 Vpk)
CAT III/ / 300 Vrms
CAT IV / 150 Vrms
Threshold voltage accuracy1

per range: Error:
100 mV, 1 V, 10 V, 100 V, typical < 2 %, guaranteed < 4 %

600 V typical < 5 %, guaranteed < 10 %
Threshold voltage hysteresis: Typical:
100 mV, 1 V, 10 V, 100 V, 3.5% of range + 1.3% of setting
600 V 5.8% of range + 1.3% of setting
Input impedance 500 kΩ (|| 50 pF)
1. Applies to positive voltage signal edge; percentage is shown in respect to each range’s
full-scale.
Table 6-32:
Data for potential-free
operation
Data for Potential-Free Operation1
Trigger criteria Logical 0: R > 80 kΩ
Logical 1: R < 40 kΩ
Input impedance 162 kΩ (|| 50 pF)
1. → figure 5-2, "Simplified circuit diagrams of binary inputs and outputs (CMC 356 standard,
6.12.6 Multimeter Mode
This operating mode is designed for measuring steady-state signals (for

example, also non-sinusoidal shaped signals). Measurements such as rms
values, phase angle, frequency, etc. can be performed.
The input signals are processed in real time without delay.
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Technical Data
6.12.6.1 Accuracy of AC Measurements
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, excitation

10 - 100 %, accuracy references the measurement full scale values.
Table 6-33:
Sampling rate 28.44 kHz; Frequency range Accuracy
measurement range
600 V, 100 V, 10 V, 1 V Typical Guaranteed
DC ± 0.15% ± 0.40%
10 Hz ... 100 Hz ± 0.06% ± 0.15%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.06% / -0.11% ± 0.25%
10 Hz ... 10 kHz + 0.06% / -0.7% ± 1.1%
Table 6-34:
Sampling rate 28.44 kHz; Frequency range Accuracy
measurement range
100 mV Typical Guaranteed
DC ± 0.15% ± 0.45%
10 Hz ... 100 Hz ± 0.1% ± 0.3%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.15% / -0.2% ± 0.5%
10 Hz ... 10 kHz + 0.15% / -1.0% ± 2%
Table 6-35:
Sampling rate Frequency range Accuracy
9.48 kHz
3.16 kHz; Typical Guaranteed
measurement range
600 V, 100 V, 10 V, 1 V
DC ± 0.15% ± 0.45%
10 Hz ... 100 Hz ± 0.08% ± 0.2%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.1% / -0.3% ± 0.5%
10 Hz ... 4 kHz + 0.1% / -0.5% ± 1.2%
(sampling rate 9.48 kHz)
10 Hz ... 1.4 kHz + 0.1% / -0.5% ± 1.0%
Table 6-36:
Sampling rate Frequency range Accuracy
9.48 kHz
3.16 kHz; Typical Guaranteed
measurement range
100 mV
DC ± 0.15% ± 0.5%
10 Hz ... 100 Hz ± 0.1% ± 0.35%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.15% / -0.35% ± 0.5%
10 Hz ... 4 kHz + 0.15% / -0.6% ± 1.2%
10 Hz ... 1.4 kHz + 0.15%/ -0.6% ± 1.2%
The accuracy data contains linearity, temperature, long-term drift, and

frequency.
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Figure 6-20:
Typical frequency
response with a sampling Frequency response
Frequency in the
Response 100
in the 100VVrange
Range
rate of 28.44 kHz and an (SR =(SR = 28.44 kHz)

28.44 kHz) Maximum+3Sigmamax
input voltage of 70 V1 1
Minimum-3Sigmamax
0.5
in %
0
error
/%
-0.5
Error
Rel.
-1
Rel.
-1.5
-2
-2.5
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14
Frequency / kHz
Frequency in kHz
Figure 6-21:
Typical frequency Frequency Response in the 100 V Range
Frequency response in(SR
the= 9.48
100kHz)
V range
response with a sampling
(SR = 9.48 kHz) Minimum-3Sigmamax
rate of 9.48 kHz and an
1 Maximum+3Sigmamax
input voltage of 70 V1
0.8
0.6
/%
in /%
0.4
Rel. Error
0.2
Rel. error
0
-0.2
-0.4
-0.6
-0.8
-1
0 1 2 3 4 5
Frequency / kHz Frequency in kHz
Figure 6-22:
Typical AC linear
progression at 50 Hz and a AC AC
linearity ininthe
Linearity the 100
100 VVRange
range
Maximum+3Sigmamax
sampling rate of 0.04
Minimum-3Sigmamin
28.44 kHz1
0.03
in %
0.02
0.01
/%
error
Rel.Error
0
Rel.
-0.01
-0.02
-0.03
-0.04
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
RMS Am plitudeAmplitude
/V (rms) in V
1
Actual - Expected
1. a) Relative error: x 100 %
Full scale
b) 3Sigmamax represents the maximum of the 3Sigma values of all 10 input channels.
The 3Sigmamax value of an analog input are determined from 50 measurement values.
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Technical Data
6.12.6.2 Channel Cross-Talk
Conditions: sinusoidal form infeed on a channel without overload, AC

measurement on neighboring channel, integration time 1 s.
Table 6-37:
Cross talk dampening Measurement range 600 V 100 V 10 V 1V 100 mV
Dampening in dB 80 105 95 120 120
Cross talk dampening on channels of the same potential groups in dB at

f = 50 Hz
Table 6-38:
Cross talk dampening Measurement range 600 V 100 V 10 V 1V 100 mV
Dampening in dB 65 80 75 95 95
Cross talk dampening on channels of the same potential groups in dB at

f = 500 Hz
The cross-talk dampening on a neighboring channel of another potential
group is greater than 120 dB in all measurement ranges (f = 50 Hz or
500 Hz).
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6.12.6.3 Accuracy of Phase Measurement
Figure 6-23:
Phase error as function of Phase error
Phase Erroras
as function
a Functionof
of the inputvoltage
the input voltage
input voltage Phase CH1-CH2;
(Phase CH1-CH2,range: 100
Range:100 V, V; f =Hz)
f = 50 50 Hz CH1:10V
CH1:70V
0,3
CH1:50V
0,25
0,2
Phase. error in °
Phase Error / °
0,15
0,1
0,05
0
1 10 100
Am plitude CH2Amplitude
(Vrm s) CH2 in Vrms
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal,

measurement range 100 V, f = 50 Hz, sampling rate 28.44 kHz.
Figure 6-24:
Phase error as function of
sampling rate Phase errorPhase
as function of the of
Error as function sampling raterate
the sam pling
(fin = 50 Hz, range = 100
(fin = 50Hz, V)
R:100V)
0,4
°
0,335
0,35
°
0,268
0,3
error in °
4°
U = 10Vrms (R:100V)
°
0,22
0,215
0,25
Phase Error / °
U = 20Vrms (R:100V)
0,2 U = 70Vrms (R:100V

Phase.
°
0,114
0,15
4°
°
0,099
0,10
°
0,063
0,1
°
0,043
0,05
0
28.44kHz 9.48kHz 3.16kHz
Sam pling Rate
Sampling rate
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, f = 50 Hz,

measurement range 100 V, both channels same excitation (20 V, 70 V).
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Technical Data
Figure 6-25:
Typical phase error as Phase errorError
Phase as asfunction of of
a Function input frequency
Frequency
function of the input (fs = 28.44
(SR =kHz,
28.44 range = 100
kHz, R: 100 V,= Uin
V, Uin = s)
20 Vrm 20 Vrms)
frequency 0.3
0.25
0.2
error in °
Phase Error / °
0.15
0.1
Phase.
0.05
0
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
Frequency / Hz
Frequency in Hz
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, sampling

rate = 28.44 kHz, measurement range 100 V, excitation on both channels
20 Vrms.
The maximum input frequency for the phase measurement depends on the
sampling rate.
Table 6-39:
Sampling rate and input Sampling rate Input frequency range
frequency range
28.44 kHz 10 Hz ... 2.30 kHz
9.48 kHz 10 Hz ... 750 Hz
3.16 kHz 10 Hz ... 250 Hz
Notes:
1. The measurement accuracy of phase can be improved by:
• increasing the integration time
• enabling the recursive averaging function
2. When measuring very small phase shifts (less than 0.2 °), the sign
(positive or negative) of the measurement results can not be definitely
determined. If this causes a problem, please refer to the phase
measurement in the harmonic analysis.
3. For measuring phase, the input voltage should be greater than 5 % of full
scale. An overload of the measurement channel does not negatively
affect the obtainable accuracy.
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6.12.6.4 Accuracy of Frequency Measurement

Figure 6-26:
Error in the frequency Error in frequency
Error in Frequencymeasurement
Measurem ent asas a function
a Function of theofinput
the voltage
input voltage
measurement as a (measured over
(Measured over 50 periods)
50 Periods)
function of the input
voltage 0,1
Frequency error
frequency % %
Error / in
0,01
Rel.Rel.
0,001
1 10 100 1000
Voltage signal in % of full range
Voltage signal in % of full range
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoid.

The maximum input frequency for the frequency measurement depends on
the sampling rate.
Table 6-40:
frequency range.
28.44 kHz 10 Hz ... 1500 Hz
9.48 kHz 5 Hz ... 500 Hz
3.16 kHz 5 Hz ... 150 Hz
Conditions: Excitation greater than 10 % from measurement full scale, duty

cycle 50 %.
Note: With the harmonic analysis, input frequencies up to 3.4 kHz can be
measured.
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6.12.6.5 Accuracy of Power Measurement
General
The power is calculated from one current channel and one voltage channel:
T
1
Active power: P = --- *  u ( t )*i ( t ) dt [W]
T
0
Apparent power: S = Vrms x Irms [VA]
2 2
Reactive power: Q= S – P * sign_Q [var]
T T
1 2 1 2
Urms = ---*  u ( t ) dt , Irms = ---*  i ( t ) dt
T T
0 0
Accuracies
Conditions: integration time 1s, measurement signal sinusoidal, excitation
10-100 %, accuracy references the apparent power, error of the current
clamp is not taken into account.
Table 6-41:
Sampling rates 28.44kHz, Frequency range Power
9.48kHz, 3.16kHz Accuracy1
AC Typical Guaranteed
10 Hz ... 100 Hz S ± 0.3 % ± 0.7 %
P ± 0.3 % ± 0.7 %
Q ± 0.8 % ±2%
Table 6-42:
Sampling rate 28.44kHz Frequency range Power Accuracy1
10 Hz ... 2.2 kHz S + 0.3 % / - 1.2 % ± 2.5 %
P + 0.3 % / - 1,2 % ± 2.5 %
Q + 0.8 % / - 2.5 % ± 3.5 %
Actual - Expected
1. Relative error: x 100 %
Full scale
S = Apparent power
P = Active power
Q = Reactive power
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Table 6-43:
Sampling rate 9.48 kHz Frequency range Power Accuracy1
10 Hz ... 750 Hz S + 0.3 % / - 0.7 % ± 1.8 %
10 Hz ... 750 Hz P + 0.3 % / - 0.7 % ± 1.8 %
10 Hz ... 750 Hz Q + 0.8 % / - 1.2 % ± 2.5 %
Table 6-44:
Sampling rate Frequency range Power
3.16 kHz Accuracy1
10 Hz ... 250 Hz S + 0.3 % / - 0.5 % ± 1.3 %
10 Hz ... 250 Hz P + 0.3 % / - 0.5 % ± 1.3 %
10 Hz ... 250 Hz Q + 0.8 % / - 1 % ± 2.2 %
Table 6-45:
DC accuracy Power Accuracy1
DC Typical Guaranteed
P, S ± 0.3 % ± 0.9 %
Actual - Expected
1. Relative error: x 100 %
Full scale
S = Apparent power
P = Active power
Q = Reactive power
Note: The accuracy specifications include linearity, temperature, aging drift,

frequency and phase response.
Typical relative error as function of the excitation

Figure 6-27:
Typical error of the Typical
Typ. error of apparent
Error apparent pow erpower S as function
S as a function of the excitation
of the excitation
apparent power S as (fs
(fs== 28.44 kHz,
28.44kHz, f = 50 Hz)
f=50Hz)
function of the excitation,
fs = 28.44 kHz, fin = 50 Hz 0,2
0,18
in %
0,16
0,14
Error error
/%
0,12
Rel. Rel.
0,1
0,08
0,06
0,04
0,02
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Excitation Excitation
CH1&CH2 / %CH1 & CH2 in %
phi = 1° phi = 60° cos phi=0.01 (89.4°)
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Figure 6-28:
Typical error of the active Typical
Typ.error of active
Error real pow er power P as function
P as a function of the excitation
of the excitation
power P as a function of (fs(fs==28.44
28.44kHz, f=50Hz)
kHz, f = 50 Hz)
the excitation considering
the apparent power, 0,2
fs = 28.44 kHz, fin = 50 Hz
in %
0,15
Rel./ %error
0,1
Rel. Error
0,05
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
-0,05
ExcitationExcitation
phi = 1° phi = 60° cos phi=0.01 (89.4°)
Figure 6-29:
Typical error of the
Typ. Error
Typical errorreactive pow er power
of reactive Q as a function of the excitation
Q as function of the excitation
reactive power Q as a (fs = 28.44kHz, f=50Hz)
function of the excitation, (fs = 28.44 kHz, f = 50 Hz)
fs = 28.44 kHz, fin = 50 Hz 0,3
0,25
in %
0,2
Rel./ %error
0,15
0,1
Rel. Error
0,05
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
-0,05
-0,1
-0,15
ExcitationExcitation
phi = 1° phi = 60° cos phi=0.01 (89.4°)
Conditions: integration time 1s, measurement signal sinusoid, sampling

rate = 28.44 kHz, fin = 50 Hz.
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Figure 6-30: 1
Typical error1 of the

Typical errorreactive
Typ. Error of reactive
pow er power Q as function
Q as a function of the
of the phase shiftphase shift
reactive power Q as a (fs = 28.44kHz, f = 50HZ)
(fs = 28.44 kHz, f = 50 Hz)
function of the phase shift
considering the apparent 0,5
power, fs = 28.44 kHz,
0,4
fin = 50 Hz, excitation
in %
CH1 and CH2 = 70 %. 0,3
Rel./ %error
0,2
0,1
Rel. Error
0
0 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,7 0,8 0,9 1
-0,1
-0,2
-0,3
-0,4
Phase / ° Phase shift in °
Average Error Error (+3sigm a) Error (-3sigm a)
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, sampling

rate = 28.44 kHz, both channels with same excitation 70 %
Notes:
• For very small phase shifts (< 0,3 °) and small excitation (< 10 %), too
small integration time (< 1 s) or sampling rate 3.16 kHz, the sign of the
reactive power cannot definitely be determined.
• The accuracy of the power measurement depends primarily on the
accuracy of the current clamp.
6.12.7 Harmonic Analysis
This operating mode is designed for measuring stationary signals (for

example, not sinusoid shaped). The input signal is separated into
fundamental and harmonic waves (Fourier Analysis).
The following items are measured:
• frequency of the fundamental wave
• amplitude of the fundamental and harmonic waves
• phase shifts between the fundamental and harmonic waves (also from
the different channels)
The input signals are captured. Finally, the calculation of the measurement
items is carried out. During this time, the input signal is not taken into
consideration.
1. The 3Sigma values are determined from 50 measurement values.
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6.12.7.6 Accuracy of Frequency Measurement
The permitted input frequency range depends on the specified sampling

rate:
Table 6-46:
frequency range
28.44 kHz 49 Hz ... 3400 Hz
9.48 kHz 17 Hz ... 1100 Hz
3.16 kHz 5 Hz ... 380 Hz
Figure 6-31:
Accuracy of frequency Accuracy of frequency measurement
Uncertainty in Frequency Measurem ent
measurement as function as function of the voltage signal Average
of the voltage signal 0,05
Avg+3Sigmamax
0,04
Avg-3Sigmamax
0,03
error in %
0,02
Frequeny Error / Hz
0,01
0
Frequency
-0,01
-0,02
-0,03
-0,04
-0,05
1 10 100
Voltage
Voltage signal in % signal in %
of full range of full range
Conditions: sampling rate 9.48 kHz, fin=20 Hz ... 1 kHz

Note: Through recursive averaging, the measurement uncertainty can be
further reduced.
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6.12.7.7 Accuracy of Amplitude Measurement
The measurement values are given as effective values (rms).

The permitted input frequency range for the fundamental wave depends on
the specified sampling rate:
Table 6-47:
frequency range
28.44 kHz 100 Hz (= fmin) ... 3200 Hz
9.48 kHz 30 Hz (= fmin) ... 1000 Hz
3.6 kHz 10 Hz (= fmin) ... 350 Hz
Valid for fundamental and harmonic waves in specified frequency range; accuracy
refers to full scale.
Table 6-48:
Sampling rate 28.44 kHz, Frequency range Accuracy
measurement range
600 V, 100 V, 10 V, 1 V Typical Guaranteed
fmin ... 1 kHz ± 0.1 % ± 0.3 %
fmin ... 10 kHz + 0.1 % / - 0.7 % ± 1.1 %
Table 6-49:
measurement range
100 mV Typical Guaranteed
fmin ... 1 kHz ± 0.2 % ± 0.5 %
fmin ... 10 kHz + 0.2 % / - 1.0 % ± 2.0 %
Table 6-50:
3.16 kHz; measurement
range 600 V, 100 V, 10 V, Typical Guaranteed
1V
fmin ... 100 Hz ± 0.1 % ± 0.3 %
fmin ... 1 kHz + 0.1 % / - 0.5 % ± 0.8 %
fmin ... 4 kHz + 0.1 % / - 0.8 % ±1.2 %
(sampling rate = 9.48 kHz)
fmin ... 1.4 kHz + 0.1 % / - 0.8 % ±1.2 %
Table 6-51:
3.16 kHz; measurement
range 100 mV Typical Guaranteed
fmin ... 100 Hz ± 0.15 % ± 0.4 %
fmin ... 1 kHz ± 0.2 % / - 0.5 % ± 0.8 %
fmin ... 4 kHz + 0.2 % / - 1.0 % ± 1.5 %
fmin ... 1.4 kHz + 0.25 % / - 1.0 % ± 2.0 %
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Technical Data
6.12.7.8 Accuracy of Phase Measurement
The permitted input frequency range for the fundamental wave depends on
the specified sampling rate:
Table 6-52:
frequency range
28.44 kHz 100 Hz ... 3200 Hz
9.48 kHz 30 Hz ... 1000 Hz
3.16 kHz 10 Hz ... 350 Hz
Figure 6-32:
Accuracy of phase
Accuracy
Uncertainty of phase
phase m easurem entmeasurement
as a function of Excitation
measurement as function
as function
(fs =9.48 of the
kHz, excitation
fin=50 Hz)
of the excitation Average
2.5
Avg+3Sigmamax
2 Avg-3Sigmamax
1.5
in °
1
error
/°
0.5
PhaseError
0
Phase
-0.5
-1
-1.5
-2
-2.5
1 10 100
Excitation / % Excitation in %
Conditions: sampling rate 9.48 kHz, fin = 50 Hz.

Note: Through recursive averaging, the measurement uncertainty can be
reduced further.
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6.12.8 Transient Recording

In this operating mode, transient signals on up to 10 input channels can be
recorded synchronously.
The recording starts whenever a pre-defined trigger condition is met. The
selectable trigger conditions are:
• Trigger on threshold with positive or negative edge
• Combination of different power quality triggers (sag, swell, harmonic,
frequency, frequency change, notch).
In addition, a time offset for the capture window relative to the trigger event
can be specified. The trigger delay can be
• positive (recording begins after the trigger event)
• or negative (recording begins already before the trigger event).
Figure 6-33:
Illustration of the
relationship between Start time for End of recording
Trigger event
trigger events, trigger recording
delay, and recording time
Trigger delay (negative)
Recording of input signals
Note: More details about triggering methods can be found in the OMICRON
Test Universe Help and in the practical examples of the ELT-1 option.
The maximum length of the recording depends on the settings for the
sample rate and the number of channels to be captured.
Table 6-53:
The maximum recording Number of Maximum Maximum Maximum
time depends on the
number of active channels
active recording time [s] recording time [s] recording time [s]
and the sampling channels at fs = 28.4 kHz at fs = 9.48 kHz at fs = 3.16 kHz
frequency 1 35.16 s 105.47 s 316.41 s
2 17.58 s 52.73 s 158.20 s
3 11.72 s 35.16 s 105.47 s
4 8.79 s 26.37 s 79.10 s
5 7.03 s 21.09 s 63.28 s
6 5.86 s 17.58 s 52.73 s
7 5.02 s 15.07 s 45.20 s
8 4.40 s 13.18 s 39.55 s
9 3.91 s 11.72 s 35.15 s
10 3.52 s 10.55 s 31.64 s
11 1 3.20 s 9.59 s 28.76 s
1. All binary inputs are stored as one channel.
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Technical Data
Accuracy of the sampling value:

• measurement ranges 600 V, 100 V, 10 V, 1 V:
± 0.2 % typical
± 0.5 % guaranteed
• measurement range 100 mV:
± 0.3 % typical
± 0.6 % guaranteed
The accuracy data are full scale errors.
6.12.9 Trend Recording
In Trend Recording Mode, you can make a historical plot of various

measurements over time. It is possible to measure RMS voltage, RMS
current, phase, real, apparent and reactive power and the power factor.
The main view has a CTS Chart. Each selected measurement function
appears in a separate diagram (that is, all frequency measurements in the
frequency diagram). RMS current and voltage appear in separate diagrams.
Time is displayed in seconds on the x-axis. The diagram is scrolled from
right-to-left as new data is recorded.
6.13 Option LLO-2 (Low Level Outputs)

The LLO-2 option ("LL out 7 - 12") represents an additional SELV
(SELV = Safety Extra Low Voltage) interface connector holding two
independent generator triples. These six high accuracy analog signal
sources can serve to either control an external amplifier or to directly
provide small signal outputs.
The outputs 7-12 extend the low level outputs 1-6 ("LL out 1-6") by two more
LL out 7 - 12 independent generator triples. Outputs 7-12 are technically identical to
outputs 1-6.
For more information → chapter 6.4.5, "Low Level Outputs "LL out" for
External Amplifiers" on page 53.
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Increasing the Output Power, Operating Modes
7 Increasing the Output Power,

Operating Modes
The CMC 356 has a very large application diversity. The current outputs
offer enough output power to test all electromechanical relays.
In particular, the CMC 356 offers a variety of types of single-phase operation
using its two galvanically separated three-phase current outputs with which
the output power from the units can be significantly increased.
In cases when the current or the output power - or even the number of
independent voltages or currents - is insufficient, it is possible to switch
individual amplifier groups of the CMC 356 in parallel or to connect external
amplifiers (up to six independent additional channels) to the "LL out 1-6".
The option "LLO-2" extends the low level outputs by two more independent
generator triples “LL out 7-12”; → chapter 6.13, "Option LLO-2 (Low Level
Outputs)" on page 91.
Note: The following output configuration examples represent a selection,
only. For a complete list of possible configurations start the Hardware
Configuration of the OMICRON Test Universe software and go to the
General tab. At the Test Set(s) list box, select the proper CMC test set.
Then click the Details... button to open the Output Configuration Details
dialog box.
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7.1 Single-Phase Operation of the CMC 356
7.1.1 1 x 32 A High Burden Mode (L-L-L-L)
1 x 0 ... 32 A (±45 ADC), max. 140 Vpeak, 1 x 1740 VA at 25 A

Both amplifier groups CURRENT OUTPUT A and CURRENT OUTPUT B
are connected in series. The currents 1 and 2 of a group are phase-
opposite. This results in four times the compliance voltage of a single
output.
Figure 7-1:
Single-phase operation,
1 x 32 A high burden mode
Load
1’
N’
See also the output curves shown in the figures 6-1 through 6-5 in chapter
6.4.2, "Current Outputs" on page 45.
Warning: For currents greater than 25 A, do not connect the test object (the
load) to the generator connection socket! Connect the test object to the
4 mm/0.16 " banana sockets, only!
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7.1.2 1 x 64 A High Burden and High Current Mode (L-L)

The currents 1 and 2 of each group are phase-opposite. In addition, the
groups A and B are connected in parallel.
Figure 7-2:
1 x 64 A high burden and
high current mode
Load
1’
N’
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7.1.3 1 x 128 A High Current Mode (LL-LN)

Since the current over the N socket is limited to 32 Arms (45 ADC), the third
phase is used to support the N socket. The currents 1, 2 of groups A and B
are connected in parallel.
Figure 7-3:
1 x 128 A high current
mode
Load
1’
N’
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7.1.4 Single-Phase Voltage

1 x 0 ... 300 V, 1 x 200 VA [100 ... 300 V] typical
Figure 7-4:
Single-phase operation of
the voltage system (L-N) Load
1’
N’
1 x 0 ... 600 V, 1 x 275 VA [200 ... 600 V] typical

Figure 7-5:
Single-phase operation of
the voltage system Load
1’
(L-L phase opposition)
N’
6.4.3, "Voltage Outputs" on page 50.
Note: Never connect N’ or any other phase to GND (PE). This can cause
life-hazardous situations to persons and damage to property.
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7.2 Two-Phase Operation

For some applications it is beneficial to have two independent currents,
each higher than 32 Arms, or a higher compliance voltage available.
7.2.1 2 x 64 A High Current Mode (LL-LN)

Since the current over the N socket is limited to 32 Arms (45 ADC), the third
phase is used to support the N socket.
Figure 7-6:
Two-phase operation,
2 x 64 A high current mode
Load
1’
N 1’
2’
N 2’
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7.2.2 2 x 32 A High Burden Mode (L-L)

The currents 1 and 2 of each group are phase-opposite.
Figure 7-7:
Two-phase operation
2 x 32 A high burden mode
Load
1’
N 1’
2’
N 2’
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7.3 Three-Phase Current Mode with High Burden

For loads with three separate phases it is possible to double the available
compliance voltage. However, this configuration does not make sense, if a
common N connector is required! Do not connect N1, N2 and N3 to each
other!
Figure 7-8:
Three-phase operation
Load
1’
N 1’
2’
N 2’
3’
N 3’
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7.4 Operation with External Amplifiers

The connections "LL out 1-6" offer a large variety of extension possibilities.
They enable the connection of external amplifiers in order to increase the
number of independent voltage or current channels and thus provide the
possibility to realize additional applications the CMC 356 alone cannot
cover.
Each LL output socket ("LL out 1-6" and the optional "LL out 7-12") can
connect up to four external amplifiers with six independent channels.
The following configurations are possible:
• 9 × 25 Arms / 70 VA for differential relays in three galvanically separated
current triples with CMC 356 + CMA 156.
• 6 × 250 V / 75 VA for the synchronization in two galvanically separated
voltage triples with CMC 356 + CMS 156.
For a complete overview of the supported configurations of the CMC 356
and CMA/S amplifiers see the OMICRON Test Universe Help. Start the Help
table of contents entry --- Hardware Configuration ---.
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Troubleshooting
8 Troubleshooting
8.1 Troubleshooting Guide
In case of operational problems with the CMC 356 proceed as follows:
1. Consult the reference manual or the OMICRON Test Universe Help first.
2. Check whether the malfunction is reproducible and document it.
3. Try to isolate the malfunction by using another computer, test set or
connecting cable, if available.
4. Note the exact wording of any error message or unexpected conditions.
5. If you contact the OMICRON Technical Support, please attach:
• your company name as well as a phone number and email address
• the serial number of your test set
• information about your computer: Manufacturer, type, memory,
installed printers, operating system (and language) and the installed
version and language of the OMICRON Test Universe software.
• screenshots or the exact wording of possible error messages.
6. If you contact the OMICRON Technical Support, have your computer and
test set available and be prepared to repeat the steps that caused the
problem.
To speed up the support, please attach the following diagnostic log files:
• Communication log file
This file records any communication between the CMC 356 and the
computer. To send the log file to the OMICRON Technical Support:
1. Close all other applications.
2. From the Test Universe start screen, select Calibration &
Diagnosis… and then Logfile.
3. Select Logging on (Detailed) in the Edit menu and minimize the
window.
4. Start the test module and reproduce the malfunction.
5. Go back to the log file and select Send in the File menu to submit the
log file via email to the OMICRON Technical Support.
• Hardware check log file
Each time a test module starts, an internal hardware self-check is
performed. The results of this test are stored in the hwcheck.log file.
To open the log file, select Calibration & Diagnosis… and then
Hardware Check from the Test Universe start screen.
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8.2 Potential Errors, Possible Causes, Remedies

Some potential disruptions that may occur while operating the CMC 356 are
listed below. Try to eliminate them by applying the remedies proposed here.
Table 8-1:
Troubleshooting the Error Possible causes Remedies
CMC 356
Power switch does not There is no power to Check the power supply
light up after turning on the test set. and assure that it
the CMC 356 test set. supplies power to the
test set.
The fuse of the test set Unplug the power cord
is blown from the power source!
Replace the fuse:
T 12.5 AH 250 V
(5 x 20 mm).
Malfunction of internal Contact OMICRON
test set components (→ “Support,”
page 107).
The following message Ground-wire connection Check the ground
appears in the status to the CMC 356 is connection.
line: "WARNING: broken or the test set is
Ground the housing of
Broken ground powered by an earth-
the test set separately
connection! free power supply.
using the PE
Immediately turn off the
Note: Never connect connection socket (on
test set! Resuming the
the CMC 356 to an the back panel of the
operation can result in
isolating transformer. test set).
hazard to life and is
done at your own risk."
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Open Source License Information
OPEN SOURCE LICENSE INFORMATION

Parts of the CMC test set software are under OMICRON license, other parts
are under open source software licenses. Both the open source license
texts and the necessary source code are provided in the OMICRON Open
Source Download Area at www.omicron.at/opensource/.
Open this address in your Internet browser, click the Download Software
button, and navigate to the CMC Embedded Image/ directory.
Look for the file containing your corresponding version in the file name (for
example, Open Source CMC embedded Image 2.50.zip for version 2.50).
In addition to some open source code packages, the archive contains an
overview of all license information of the CMC test set.
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Support
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greatest possible benefits. If you need any support, we are here to assist you!
24/7 Technical Support – Get Support

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At our technical support hotline, you can reach well-educated technicians for all
of your questions. Around the clock – competent and free of charge.
Make use of our 24/7 international technical support hotline:
Americas: +1 713 830-4660 or +1 800-OMICRON
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Additionally, you can find our Service Center or Sales Partner closest to you at
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own experiences in our user forum.
Browse through the knowledge library and find application notes, conference
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CMC 356

Article Number VESD2003 - Version CMC356.ENU.11 - Year: 2017

Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................. 8

Information for Disposal and Recycling ......................................................................... 11

1 Designated Use ............................................................................................................ 13

3 Operating the CMC 356 ............................................................................................... 15

3.2 Safe Use of the Connecting Cables ............................................................................ 16

3.3 Starting the Test System ............................................................................................. 19

4 Setup and Function ..................................................................................................... 21

4.2 Signal Generation......................................................................................................... 27

5 Connections and Interfaces ........................................................................................ 29

5.2 Connections on the Back Panel................................................................................. 34

6 Technical Data ............................................................................................................. 41

6.6 Technical Data of the Communication Ports ............................................................. 64

6.7 Environmental Conditions........................................................................................... 68

6.10 Safety Standards, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Certificates ............. 69

6.11 Compliance Statements............................................................................................... 70

6.13 Option LLO-2 (Low Level Outputs) ............................................................................. 91

7 Increasing the Output Power, Operating Modes ...................................................... 93

7.2 Two-Phase Operation................................................................................................... 98

7.3 Three-Phase Current Mode with High Burden ......................................................... 100

7.4 Operation with External Amplifiers........................................................................... 101

8 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 103

Open Source License Information................................................................................. 105

For Your Safety Please Note

Rules for Use

Orderly Practices and Procedures

Safe Operation Procedures

• All sockets on the front panel are to be considered dangerous with

• Red Signal Light ! :

Changing the Power Fuse

Information for Disposal and Recycling

Countries outside the EU

Features of the CMC 356:

1. Windows is a US registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

2.1 Options Available for the CMC 356 Test Set

1. Windows is a US registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

3 Operating the CMC 356

3.1 System Components

3.2 Safe Use of the Connecting Cables

Safety socket of, for example,

Regular test lead Test lead adapter

3.2.2 Regular Test Leads for Safety Sockets

Regular test lead

CMC 356 test set

3.2.3 Terminal adapters

Regular test lead

3.2.4 M4 (0.15") Cable Lug Adapters

Regular test lead

M4 (0.15") cable lug adapter

3.2.5 M5 (0.20") Cable Lug Adapters

Regular test lead

M5 (0.20") cable lug adapter

3.3 Starting the Test System

Connecting the system components1: