۱.  Fast measurement of current, voltage, power, and power factor
The CM3286 series can measure a variety of parameters, including current, voltage, power, power factor, frequency, phase order, and energy (via simple integration).

Principal measurement parameters
Voltage:   80.0 V to 600.0 V
Current:   0.060 A to 600.0 A
Power:     0.005 kW to 360.0 kW (single-phase)
۰.۰۲۰ kW to 623.5 kW (balanced 3-phase/3-wire)
۰.۰۴۰ kW to 1080 kW (balanced 3-phase/4-wire)

۲. Transmission of measured values to a smartphone simply by holding the value (Model CM3286-01 only)
When the user holds a measured value, that value is automatically transmitted to a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth® wireless communications. In addition, the GENNECT Cross app can be used to create simple reports (in PDF format) and to save measurement data in CSV format for later editing in Excel.

۳. Assistance in detecting electricity theft
Electricity theft by the methods described below is a major problem in developing nations such as the countries of Southeast Asia. The CM3286 series provides functionality to help users detect such theft.

(۱) Modification of electricity meters
Electricity meters display the amount of energy used, but they can be modified so that the displayed value understates the actual usage. The CM3286 series provides functionality for comparing measured values to the electricity meter’s readings, allowing such meter modifications to be detected.

(۲) Direct theft from power lines
Electricity can be stolen directly by connecting the power lines running into the meter directly to the building, bypassing the meter. The CM3286’s ability to measure even small currents can be utilized to detect locations where electricity is being stolen directly.

(۳) Illegal financial conduct with meter-reading personnel
Measured values and other data with the potential to provide evidence of electricity theft are managed using handwritten records. Consequently, it is possible for electricity users to bribe meter-reading personnel and arrange for this evidence to be suppressed. Used in conjunction with the GENNECT Cross app running on a smartphone or tablet, the CM3286-01 can create simple reports using measured values and information about measurement locations. The instrument also incorporates other mechanisms to prevent modification of acquired information, eliminating concerns about fraud.

۴. Harmonic measurement (Model CM3286-01 only)
Used in conjunction with the GENNECT Cross dedicated app, the CM3286-01 lets workers send measurement data to a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth® communications, allowing analysis of harmonics. (This capability is scheduled to be released in fall 2017.)