The New Dranetz HDPQ SP - IP65 Rated

Dranetz Expands the Dranetz HDPQ Product Line by Introducing IP65 (Weather/Hardened) Versions of the Dranetz HDPQ Visa and Guide Power Quality, Demand and Energy Instruments

Dranetz HDPQ Visa SP

New Dranetz HDPQ^® Visa SP and Guide SP instruments provide an IP65 enclosure option to the Dranetz HDPQ family of Power Quality, Demand and Energy instruments. Users can now choose between a portable Dranetz HDPQ instrument with a 7” color touch display, or a new IP65 SP version without a display for outdoor, harsh and remote applications, or applications where a display is undesirable!

EDISON, N.J. — January 10, 2017 — Dranetz Technologies introduces the new IP65 rated DranetzHDPQ Visa SP and Guide SP instruments that are intended for use in harsh, outdoor and remote environments, or for applications where an LCD display is undesirable. Dranetz HDPQ users can now choose between a traditional

Dranetz HDPQ Guide SP

“It’s all about choices and user preferences” said Ross Ignall, Dranetz Director of Product Management. “Our users can now choose the enclosure type that best fits their needs without sacrificing the measurement capabilities that they expect from Dranetz. If the primary use is in harsh or remote applications, the new IP65 SP models directly fulfills this requirement, without adding the cost and bulk of an IP65 enclosure formerly required to protect portable instruments. The new Dranetz HDPQ SP instruments take advantage of the industry leading communication capabilities of the Dranetz HDPQ product family and allow users to fully control the instrument remotely from any PC, tablet or smartphone, eliminating the need for a local LCD display.”

The Dranetz HDPQ family of Power Quality, Demand & Energy instruments not only offers the industry’s best measurement capabilities, but also have the most powerful communications capabilities in the industry. The powerful communications available in the Dranetz HDPQ line enhances the end users Productivity and Safety by allowing users to control the instrument and download data remotely – Users no longer have to expose themselves to hazardous environments and can now manage their power surveys remotely from the safety and comfort of their offices or other more desirable locations.

Price:               Model dependent, consult sales for questions

Availability:       Immediately available

Contact Dranetz at sales@dranetz.com, or call 732-287-3680

Dranetz HDPQ Firmware Version Identification

INTRODUCTION
The Dranetz HDPQ family of Power Quality, Demand and Energy instruments represent the latest in Instrumentation technology from Dranetz. Like most modern instruments, each Dranetz HDPQ instrument incudes multiple computer processors that perform various tasks. When Dranetz provides a firmware update to improve the instrument, updates to some or all of the computer processors may be included.


This TechTip shows you where to find the processor firmware version(s) that are installed in your Dranetz HDPQ instrument and how to know if a newer version is available.

FINDING THE FIRMWARE VERSIONS

The firmware version of each processor can be found by pressing the Instrument Status icon at the top of the screen – it’s the icon that looks like the instrument and is circled below.

The Instrument Status screen (see below) shows general information about the instrument and its health. The instrument firmware versions are located in the third line from the top.

There are 4 firmware versions shown, each indicated by a 2 letter abbreviation. They are listed from left to right in the order shown below:

MP: Measure Process 
OS: Operating System 
HP: Host Processor
BP: Battery Processor

The right side shows each processor version in the same order.

Even though there are 4 versions of firmware shown, Dranetz always uses the version of the HP (host processor) when referencing the instrument’s firmware version. In other words, Dranetz may announce that V1.1.2 has been released. V1.1.2 is the version number of the overall release and also that of the HP. The HP version shown in the instrument is the firmware version of the overall instruments.

It’s important to note that all 4 firmware files are included in every release and they are all automatically installed from the same firmware installation file.

WHERE DO I FIND THE LATEST DRANETZ HDPQ FIRMWARE?
The current version of Dranetz HDPQ firmware is available on our web site at the following link:
www.dranetz.com/technical-support-request/612-2/

Installation is quick and easy, and instructions are also provided. The upgrade process simply involves downloading the new firmware release to a USB memory drive, inserting the USB drive into the USB port of the instrument, and selecting the firmware upgrade option on the LCD screen. There are actually a few more steps, , so please consult the installation procedure posted on our web site or the instruments Users Guide for more information.

Please also note that each firmware release and the downloaded firmware applies to all Dranetz HDPQ instrument models (Visa, Guide, Xplorer, Xplorer-400).

To Contact Dranetz
Call 1-800-372-6832 (US and Canada) or 1-732-287-3680 for Technical or Sales support.
Submit an online support request here

Expand Your Potential - Dranetz Tablet Giveaway

Dranetz is expanding your potential like never before. For a limited time, we are offering a free 7 inch tablet with the purchase of a Dranetz HDPQ® Xplorer 400, Xplorer, or Guide*. Improve your productivity and safety; use your free tablet to remotely operate your Dranetz HDPQ from near or far. Use Promo Code: DranetzBlog

Why Choose the Dranetz HDPQ? Precision: The Reliable & Accurate measurements that you expect from a Dranetz. Communications: Revolutionary remote control capabilities using Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB. Productivity: Save time, money, and be more productive. User Interface: easy-to-use 7” mini tablet LED display. Safe & rugged: Increased user safety, tough, UL listed & CE approved.

Simply use a free VNC remote control, or the Dranetz app, available at the Apple and Google App stores to safely control your Dranetz HDPQ from any location.

For more information on how Dranetz can extend your potential with this special offer, or any Dranetz product, please call us at 1 (732) 287-3680, email us at sales@dranetz.comsales@dranetz.com, or visit our website at www.dranetz.com.

*This is a promotional offer that is valid with the purchase of a Dranetz HDPQ-Guide, Xplorer, or Xplorer 400. Valid only for instruments ordered from 3/1/15 through 5/31/15. No exceptions. Valid only for orders taken and shipped within the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada. The complete list of rules and regulations for the Dranetz Tablet Giveaway can be found at: www.dranetz.com/dranetz-tablet-giveaway-rules-regulations.

Dranetz HDPQ Overview - Video

Below is a video tour of the features on the Dranetz HDPQ power quality analyzer.