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Table of Contents
1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 General Description .......................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Manual organization and format ........................................................................................................................ 6
1.3 Availability of tests............................................................................................................................................. 7
2 Basic Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 9
2.1 General Test Procedure .................................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Test Control Window ....................................................................................................................................... 11
2.3 Test Selection ................................................................................................................................................. 13
2.4 Test Control ..................................................................................................................................................... 14
2.5 EUT Performance Measurements ................................................................................................................... 17
2.6 Test Description Files – Creating Custom Tests ............................................................................................. 20
2.7 Avionics Option Related Error Messages ....................................................................................................... 21
3 Option –160: RTCA/DO-160 Rev E, F Tests ............................................................................................... 22
3.1 Test Coverage ................................................................................................................................................. 22
3.2 –160 Power Groups ........................................................................................................................................ 32
3.3 –160 Option Special Features......................................................................................................................... 33
3.4 Test Tables ..................................................................................................................................................... 33
4 Option –B787: Boeing 787B3-0147 Rev A, B, and C Tests ........................................................................ 55
4.1 Test Coverage ................................................................................................................................................. 55
4.2 –B787 Power Groups ...................................................................................................................................... 62
4.3 –B787 Option Special Features ...................................................................................................................... 64
4.4 Test Tables ..................................................................................................................................................... 64
5 Option –704: MIL-STD-704 rev A, B, C, & F Tests .................................................................................... 101
5.1 Test Coverage ............................................................................................................................................... 101
5.2 –704 Power Groups ...................................................................................................................................... 106
5.3 Test Tables ................................................................................................................................................... 106
6 Option –A350: Airbus A350 (ABD0100.1.8.1) Test, Rev B ........................................................................ 127
6.1 Test Coverage ............................................................................................................................................... 127
6.2 –A350 Power Groups .................................................................................................................................... 140
6.3 Test Tables ................................................................................................................................................... 140
7 Option –ABD: Airbus ABD0100.1.8 Test, Rev D, E ................................................................................... 159
7.1 Test Coverage ............................................................................................................................................... 159
7.2 –ABD Power Groups ..................................................................................................................................... 162
7.3 –ABD Special Features ................................................................................................................................. 163
7.4 Test Tables ................................................................................................................................................... 167
8 Option –AMD: Airbus AMD-24 Rev C Tests .............................................................................................. 186
8.1 Test Coverage ............................................................................................................................................... 186
8.2 –AMD Power Groups .................................................................................................................................... 193
8.3 –AMD Option Special Features ..................................................................................................................... 194
8.4 Test Tables ................................................................................................................................................... 194
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: 160 Option Test Selection Screen. .................................................................................................. 11
Figure 2-2: 160 Option Test Control Screen. ..................................................................................................... 14
Figure 2-3: 160 Option EUT Measurement Data Screen. .................................................................................. 17
Figure 3-1: DO160E DC Ripple Test Window. ................................................................................................... 33
Figure 4-1: B787 DC Ripple Test Window. ........................................................................................................ 64
Figure 7-1: ABD0100.1.8 Switching Transient Control Window ....................................................................... 163
Figure 8-1: AMD-24 DC Ripple Test Window. ................................................................................................. 194
List of Tables
Table 1-1: -Avionics Option Test Coverage ......................................................................................................... 8
Table 3-1: -160 Option MX Test Coverage, 115VAC and 28VDC, Rev E ......................................................... 23
Table 3-2: -160 Option MX Test Coverage, 230VAC and 14VDC, Rev E ......................................................... 23
Table 3-3: -160 Option MX Test Coverage, 115VAC, 28VDC and 270VDC, Rev F .......................................... 24
Table 3-4: -160 Option MX Test Coverage, 230VAC, 14VDC and 135VDC, Rev F .......................................... 25
Table 3-5: -160 Option i/iX Test Coverage, 115VAC and 28VDC ...................................................................... 27
Table 3-6: -160 Option i/iX Test Coverage, 230VAC and 14VDC ...................................................................... 28
Table 3-7: -160 Option Ls/Lx Test Coverage, 115VAC and 28VDC .................................................................. 29
Table 3-8: -160 Option Ls/Lx Test Coverage, 230VAC and 14VDC .................................................................. 30
Table 4-1: -B787 Option MX Test Coverage ...................................................................................................... 56
Table 4-2: -B787 Option i/iX Test Coverage ...................................................................................................... 58
Table 4-3: -B787 Option Ls/Lx Test Coverage ................................................................................................... 60
Table 5-1: -704 Option MX Test Coverage ...................................................................................................... 102
Table 5-2: -704 Option i/iX Test Coverage ....................................................................................................... 104
Table 7-1: -ABD Option MX Test Coverage ..................................................................................................... 160
Table 7-2: -ABD Option i/iX Test Coverage ..................................................................................................... 160
Table 7-3: -ABD Option Ls/Lx Test Coverage .................................................................................................. 161
Table 8-1: -AMD Option MX Test Coverage .................................................................................................... 187
Table 8-2: -AMD Option iX Test Coverage ...................................................................................................... 189
Table 8-3: -AMD Option Ls/Lx Test Coverage ................................................................................................. 191
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1 Introduction
This manual contains information on the function and use of the various avionics software packages
available for multiple California Instruments power sources.
1.1 General Description
California Instruments offers many different software packages to aid in the testing of EUTs to comply
with certain military and commercial specifications. The software has been designed to be intuitive,
user friendly, and completely customizable to provide maximum flexibility in testing options. The
software test parameters are data file driven, so the user can modify any of the tests performed to
better suit their needs. This means that if there is a revision change to a specification, the user can
make the necessary changes without waiting for an updated version of software to be released.
Each software package has a report generation feature that creates Microsoft Word format reports
including test parameters, various pass/fail criteria, current harmonics tables, current harmonics bar
graphs, and output waveforms.
This manual is intended to accompany the user manual of the power source being used. Please refer
to the appropriate user manual for information on general use and operation of the power source.
1.2 Manual organization and format
All user documentation for California Instruments power sources is provided on CDROM in electronic
format. (Adobe Portable Document Format) The required Adobe PDF viewer is supplied on the same
CDROM. This manual may be printed for personal use if a hardcopy is desired. To request a
hardcopy from California Instruments, contact customer service at support@calinst.com. There will be
an additional charge for printed manuals.
All of the avionics test packages are based on the same general software layout and operation. This
manual contains sections on how to use the basic functions of all of the avionics options, followed by
sections detailing the specific differences for each option. No matter which option was purchased,
please read Section 2 first, and then read the subsequent section(s) that pertain to your specific
option(s).
Note: Some avionics options are firmware based. For information on these options, please refer to
the user manual for your power source.
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Rev.
iX Series
Compact iX
MX Series
Lx/Ls Series
Defense Avionics
MIL-STD704
AC Mode
A
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
-704F
B
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
-704F
C
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
-704F
D
-704
-704
-704
-704 or -704F
E
-704
-704
-704
-704 or -704F
F
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
-704F
DC Mode
A
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
B
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
C
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
D
-704
-704
-704
E
-704
-704
-704
F
-704 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-704 (iXCGui)
-704 (MXGui)
Commercial Avionics
RTCA-DO160
AC Mode
C
-
- - -160
D
-160
-160
-160
-160
Euro/14D
-160
-160
-160
-160
Chng 2 - - - -160
E
-160 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-160 (iXCGui)
-160 (MXGui)
-160 (LxGui)
F
-
-
-160 (MXGui)
-
DC Mode C -
- -
D
-160
-160
-160
Euro/14D
-160
-160
-160
Chng 2 - - -
E
-160 (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-160 (iXCGui)
-160 (MXGui)
F
-
-
-160 (MXGui)
Boeing
787B3-0147
AC Mode A -B787 (CIGuiSII)
-B787 (iXCGui)
-B787 (MXGui)
-B787 (LxGui)
1.3 Availability of tests
Table 1-1 below shows a comprehensive list of available avionics test options, their availability on various California Instruments power sources, and
the Gui needed to run the option. Note: If no Gui is specified next to an option, the option is implemented by the firmware. For instructions on use of
these options, please refer to the user manual for the power source being used.
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Rev.
iX Series
Compact iX
MX Series
Lx/Ls Series
B
-B787 (CIGuiSII)
-B787 (iXCGui)
-B787 (MXGui)
-B787 (LxGui)
C
-B787 (CIGuiSII)
-B787 (iXCGui)
-B787 (MXGui)
-B787 (LxGui)
DC Mode A -B787 (CIGuiSII)
-B787 (iXCGui)
-B787 (MXGui)
B
-B787 (CIGuiSII)
-B787 (iXCGui)
-B787 (MXGui)
C
-B787 (CIGuiSII)
-B787 (iXCGui)
-B787 (MXGui)
Airbus
AMD-24
AC Mode C -AMD (CIGuiSII)
-AMD (iXCGui)
-AMD (MXGui)
-AMD (LxGui)
DC Mode C -AMD (CIGuiSII)
-AMD (iXCGui)
-AMD (MXGui)
ABD0100.1.8
AC Mode
D
-ABD (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-ABD (iXCGui)
-ABD (MXGui)
-ABD (LxGui)
E
-ABD (CIGuiSII)
-ABD (iXCGui)
-ABD (MXGui)
-ABD (LxGui)
DC Mode
D
-ABD (CIGui32/CIGuiSII)
-ABD (iXCGui)
-ABD (MXGui)
E
-ABD (CIGuiSII)
-ABD (iXCGui)
-ABD (MXGui)
A350 / ABD0100.1.8.1
AC Mode B -A350 (CIGuiSII)
-A350 (iXCGui)
-A350 (MXGui)
-A350 (LxGui)
DC Mode B -A350 (CIGuiSII)
-A350 (iXCGui)
-A350 (MXGui)
Table 1-1: -Avionics Option Test Coverage
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2 Basic Operation
This section explains how to use features of the avionics software packages that are common to all of
the options. These options can only be used in conjunction with the provided Gui Windows
application software due to the amount of selections and data presentation involved. As such, these
tests require the use of a PC running Windows XP / 2000 and cannot be operated from the front
panel. PC system requirements are the same that are called out to run the gui program, however a
3GHz or higher processor and 512 MB of RAM or more is recommended if generating reports due to
the high processing power required. Use of Windows Vista is possible but not recommended.
The avionics software options are completely data file driven to allow a large degree of customization
by the end-user if needed so many changes can be supported without the need for software updates.
If purchasing an option after purchasing a unit, the Gui may need to be updated to run the optional
software. If the option and the power source are purchased at the same time, no update will be
needed to run the software. The Gui program is supplied with all systems free of charge on CD ROM
CIC496. It can also be downloaded or updated from the California Instruments web site
(www.calinst.com).
2.1 General Test Procedure
Generally, the following steps are needed to perform an avionics test on an EUT.
1. Connect the EUT to the power source.
2. Select the correct mode of operation for the EUT, AC or DC mode, single or three-phase
mode (if applicable).
3. Program the relevant nominal voltage and frequency using the Gui main screen.
4. Apply power by closing the output relay. This can be done at a later stage or will be done
automatically after prompting the operator when a test is started.
5. Open the avionics option control screen from the Applications menu or click on the
appropriate toolbar icon.
6. Select the correct test revision or use the default.
7. Select the correct Power Group Test Category.
8. Select a test from the test table displayed in the bottom part of this screen. You can select a
test by clicking on a row. The selected row will be highlighted.
9. Switch to the Test Control tab (middle tab along the top of the screen).
10. Verify that the test sequence and description shown in the table on the Test Control screen is
indeed the desired test.
11. Click the Start button to initiate the test.
12. Observe the test progress monitor at the top of the window and observe the EUT.
13. Wait for test completion. You can Abort a test in progress by clicking the Abort button.
14. Select the EUT Performance Measurements tab (Right tab along top of the screen).
15. Click the Update Meas. Button located in the top center of the screen. This will initiate a
measurement cycle. Measurements in three-phase mode may take some time to complete.
16. Use the tabs located along the top of the measurement tab (Parameters, Waveforms, Curr
Graph and Curr Spectrum) to review the EUT data. Any anomalies can be noted in the
observations tab located on the Parameters screen. This information will be included in the
test report.
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17. Click on the Print button or use File, Print to print a test report for this test.1
18. Return to step 8 as needed.
The following sections provide details on the various screens, menus, displays and controls available
to the operator to manage the test process.
1
For test report generation, use of a 3GHz+ Intel or equivalent Windows PC with minimum 512Mb RAM is
recommended. Otherwise reports may take a long time to generate.
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Tab
Description
Test Selection
This tab allows the operator to select the library of test files to use (Select
Test) and the relevant Power group. It also displays the AC power source
settings that are in effect on the right hand side. Available power group
selections are shown below the test selection field. The table shown at the
bottom of this tab shows the available test sections that can be selected.
Test Control
This tab provides information on the test sequence that is presently selected
and also contains the execution controls. It shows the progress of any test that
is executing.
EUT Performance
Measurements
This tab may be used to display EUT performance data as measured by the
power source‟s advanced data acquisition system. If the source used does not
support advanced measurement function such as waveform capture and FFT,
some of the information in this tab may not be displayed.
2.2 Test Control Window
Figure 2-1: 160 Option Test Selection Screen.
To access an avionics option, select the option from the Applications menu of the Gui main screen or
click on the appropriate button in the toolbar. The Tables Control window will open selecting the last
power group that was selected in a previous instance. It may still be necessary to select the desired
power group first however. Also verify that the selected power group on the screen is the correct one
for the EUT being tested.
The avionics tests can be operated from the test control screen. This screen contains three main tabs
located along the top edge of the window. The following tabs are available. Click on the tab name for
additional help on how to use each tab.
In addition to the three tab controls, the left pane of the test control window contains a set of output
on/off control buttons and a print button. The on/off buttons may be used to open or close the output
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Menu
Sub Menu
Description
File
New
The selected clears all data from the Test Control data grid. This
operation is not normally recommended unless a complete new test
sequence is to be entered manually.
Open
Opens a specific test sequence file. This menu may be used to directly
select a test file without using the Test Selection table tab.
Save
Saves the contents of the test sequence data grid to the selected test
file.
Save As…
Saves the contents of the test sequence data grid to a user defined file
name. A file dialog box will appear enabling selection of the directory
and file name under which to store the contents of the test sequence
data grid.
Print
Prints a test report using MS Word format. Only data for the presently
selected test sequence is printed. The test reports also include EUT
performance measurement data.
Note: To print reports, the MS Word report format selection must be
made from the Main GUI, Options menu Report Format menu before
opening the test control screen. If not, an error prompt will indicate that
no supported report format is selected.
Exit
Closes the test control window.
Edit
Cut
Cuts the selected row from either the Test selection data grid or the
Test sequence data grid. The data in the row cut is available for a Paste
operation.
Copy
Copies the selected row from either the Test selection data grid or the
Test sequence data grid. Copied rows can be pasted to the same grid at
a different location.
Paste
Pastes a copied row from to either the Test selection data grid or the
Test sequence data grid.
Insert Row
Inserts a new blank row at the selected data grid location.
Delete Row
Deletes the selected row from either the Test selection data grid or the
Test sequence data grid. The row contents are permanently discarded.
Run
All
Run selected test
Stop
Abort test in progress
Help
Opens the on-line help file.
relay of the power source at any time. If the output relay is opened during a test run, the test is
automatically aborted when the operator clicks on the Off button. The ON button will be shown in red
while the output relay is closed. The Off button is shown in green if the output relay is open. The
report print function can be invoked by either clicking on the Print button or using the File, Print menu.
If the GUI program is used in demo mode, the “DEMO MODE ONLY!!!” banner will be displayed in
this area as well. In Demo mode, all test runs and all measurements are simulated. This mode may
be used to develop new test sequences off-line but any run-time errors will not be detected until
executed with an actual power source.
2.2.1 Menus
The top of the test control window contains a standard Windows menu bar. Available menus are:
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Control / Display
Description
Select Revision.
This drop down control allows the operator to select from one or more libraries of
test sequences grouped by revision. The GUI program is supplied with
predefined revisions of test sequences.
Power Group Test
Table
A library can contain a number of power group test tables. These table names
correspond to the Power Groups identified in the specific standard, and are listed
in their section of this manual. The operator cannot select a group that is not
supported by the present mode of operation of the power source. Thus, if the
power source is in AC mode, an error message will be displayed when trying to
select a DC group. Operating modes such as AC or DC must be changed from
the main GUI screen. The test control screen can remain open while switching
back to the main screen. Upon return to the test control screen, the relevant
power groups can be selected.
The operator needs to determine what the relevant power group selection is for
the unit under test. (EUT). When switching power groups, the table data shown at
the bottom of this tab will be updated to reflect the new selection. The first test
section of the table will automatically be selected when switching power groups.
Present Power
Source Output
Settings
This section displays the programmed steady state settings that are in effect.
This information is updated each time the test control form regains focus. The
mode of operation (AC, DC or AC+DC) is displayed for reference but cannot be
changed from this screen. When in DC mode, the frequency setting will show
“DC”.
Note that changes in steady state settings can only be made from the main GUI
screen. The operator can toggle between the main screen and the test control
screen for this purpose as needed.
Table Header
The table header is shown against a blue background and contains the table
reference designator and a description of the selected power group.
Test Table Display
The data grid at the bottom of the tab displays the selected power group test
table. It is also used to select the specific test section and number to be
executed. Thus, every test starts by selecting the desired test step from this
table. Clicking on the desired ROW does this. The selected row will be
highlighted and the associated file shown in the File Ref. Field will be loaded in
the Test Control tab.
For better readability, the user can adjust the column widths by dragging the
dividers between columns. If the window is too small to display all rows and
columns, scroll bars will appear at the bottom and/or right of the data grid.
The following fields are displayed in the test data tables.
Test
Number of the test from the avionics standard. For sub sections of
a test number, this field will be blank.
Section
Test section. Some tests may only have one section in which case
this field is blank.
Subject
Description of the type of test.
Test Limits
A summary of the test limits that will be applied by this test.
Comment
Comments concerning this test or its parameters.
File
Reference
The test sequence file that is used to implement this test section
on the power source.
User Data
The area at the bottom of this tab may be used to enter general information
regarding the unit under test, the test location and operator and environmental
conditions in effect during the test. This information will be incorporated in the
test reports generated by the GUI.
2.3 Test Selection
The Test Selections tab in the test control window contains the following controls and displays.
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Control / Display
Description
Execution Controls
The Start and Abort buttons are used to start and stop the selected test step. The
execution mode that will be used is determined by the Execution Options setting.
The same can be accomplished using the Run menu entries.
When operating in Single Step or Loop mode, make sure the desired test step is
selected in the test sequence table at the bottom of this tab as this will be the one
used by the program.
Execution Options
The execution options determine the mode of operation when the Start button is
clicked. Available execution modes and settings are:
Execute all
steps
In this mode, all steps in the test sequence will be executed
sequentially until the end of the table is reached.
Single Step
Runs only the selected test step. When operating in Single Step
mode, make sure the desired test step is selected in the test
sequence table at the bottom of this tab before clicking on the
Start button.
Loop on Step
In this mode, the same step will be executed repeatedly until the
operator clicks on the Abort button.
In this mode, the Complete test progress status bar may run
past its maximum and will no longer update as the total test time
is determined by the operator now and not the program.
2.4 Test Control
Figure 2-2: 160 Option Test Control Screen.
The Test Control tab in the test control window is used to display and execute a selected test. This tab
contains the following controls and displays.
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Control / Display
Description
Revert to
Steady State
on Abort
When selected, the output of the power source will be set back
to the steady state settings in effect before the start of the test
when the operator aborts a test. Normally, the output of the
source at the end of a test run is determined by the settings in
the test sequence file loaded.
Options
This section contains additional options that can be set by the operator as
needed. The following options are available:
Auto Acquire
EUT Data
after
execution
When set, this option causes the GUI program to initiate an EUT
performance data measurement sequence automatically at the
end of a test (normal mode) or test step (single step mode).
Show Phase
B, C data
For three-phase EUTs, data for phases B and C can be
displayed as well. In most cases, the settings for all three
phases are the same and there is no need to display them all as
it takes up screen space. However, this is not the case for
voltage imbalance tests. This is a display feature only and has
no effect on the actual test. Note however that if the power
source is in single-phase mode, settings for phase B and C will
be ignored. The phase mode of the power source can only be
changed from the main GUI screen.
External
Trigger
Output
An external trigger signal is provided through the trigger
out connection during test execution. There are two modes
of operation that can be selected:
BOT mode: Beginning of transient. In this mode, a
trigger pulse is generated at the first step of each sub list.
A sub list may consist of one or more rows as indicated by
the value of the link field. Note that most test scripts
consist of multiple short sub lists to support single step
mode.
List Mode: This mode adds a Trig column to the test
sequence table. A trigger will be generated for each entry
in the trigger column that is set to 1. Any other value
including empty will not generate a trigger out. In this
mode, the user has to set one or more triggers. Setting a
trigger can be done by double clicking on the trigger
column with the left mouse button and entering 1.
Test Status
This area of the Test Control tab displays test execution status for each individual
test step as well as the complete test. The top section shows the complete test
time and what part has been completed so far. The bottom section shows the
same information for the present test step.
Test Description
The area at the top of the Test Control tab is used to display additional
information about the selected test tab. It is for information purposes only and has
no effect on the actual test execution.
Table Header
The table header is shown against a yellow background and shows the table from
which this test sequence was selected.
Test Sequence Data
Grid
The test sequence data grid displays the specific parameters used to program the
power source. This data implements the required tests. The parameters are
loaded for the referenced ini file in the test table on the Test Selection tab. It is
possible to edit this information if needed which allows variations on any of these
tests to be made. Any changes can be saved to a new file. The standard provided
test files are write protected however and should not be overwritten.
The following columns/data fields are available in this table for each test step
(row).
Step number
Sequential number from 1 through end of sequence.
Freq
Test frequency in Hz
FSlew
Frequency slew rate in Hz/sec
Volt A
Test voltage for phase/output A in Vrms or Vdc depending on
mode.
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Description
VSlew A
Voltage slew rate in V/sec
Func A
Waveform function. Default is SINE for AC mode and DC for DC
mode. Arbitrary waveform can be used in AC mode if this
capability is supported by the power source.
Volt B
Test voltage for phase/output B in Vrms or Vdc depending on
mode.
VSlew B
Voltage slew rate in V/sec
Func B
Waveform function. Default is SINE for AC mode and DC for DC
mode. Arbitrary waveform can be used in AC mode if this
capability is supported by the power source.
Volt C
Test voltage for phase/output C in Vrms or Vdc depending on
mode.
VSlew C
Voltage slew rate in V/sec
Func C
Waveform function. Default is SINE for AC mode and DC for DC
mode. Arbitrary waveform can be used in AC mode if this
capability is supported by the power source.
Dwell
Dwell time in seconds.
Loop
Repeat count for each step. Default is 1.
Link
Number of subsequent rows that are linked to this step. This
function is required to implement complex transients that require
multiple steps with zero time skew. When set to a value other
than blank or “0”, subsequent rows are considered part of the
same test step for single step or loop on step execution modes.
Rows that are linked will not become highlighted when executed.
PhsB
Phase angle of phase B, only visible if phase angle is changed.
PhsC
Phase angle of phase C, only visible if phase angle is changed.
Comment
A comment about the specific test step.
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Description
Parameters
This tab displays the parametric measurement data in tabular form. This includes
voltage, current, power, power factor, distortion etc. For three-phase EUT‟s data is
shown for all three phases. For single phase EUT, data is shown for phase A only
as long as the power source is in single-phase mode.
The top half of the Parameters tab displays all parametric measurement data. The
following data is available:
Volt RMS (V)
Displays source voltage per phase in Volt RMS or DC
depending on power source mode of operation.
Curr RMS (A)
Displays EUT current per phase in amps RMS or DC
depending on power source mode of operation.
App. Power (VA)
Displays the apparent power for each phase as well as the
total power for all three phases.
For three-phase EUT‟s, any imbalance in power between the
three phases is calculated by the GUI. The amount of
imbalance is displayed in % of total VA to the right of the
2.5 EUT Performance Measurements
Figure 2-3: 160 Option EUT Measurement Data Screen.
The EUT Performance Measurements tab in the test control window provides measurement data
taken by the power source‟s data acquisition system. This tab contains four sub-tabs that each
present different aspects of the EUT measurement data. Additional user controls for measurement
updates and graph scaling are provided right next to the four sub tabs. The following sub tabs are
available for selection.
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Description
power readings.
Inrush Current (A)
Displays peak current detected per phase in Amps since last
measurement was taken.
Power Factor
Displays power factor for each phase. If one or more phases
is outside the allowable limits, a Fail indication is displayed.
Current Distortion
(%)
Displays Total Current Distortion for each phase in percent of
fundamental current. Limits are applied when the
specification calls them out, otherwise the user can set the
limits by modifying the limits text file.
The bottom half of the Parameters tab contains user controls and a text entry field
for entering observations regarding the EUT operation.
Test Frequency
Dropdown control
The frequency selection drop down control is active only for
Variable Frequency tables and can be used to set the
frequency at which data from the EUT is to be acquired. For
all other modes, it is fixed to either 400 Hz or DC.
Acquire Data at all
frequencies
This button causes data to be acquired at all frequencies
available in the Test Frequency Dropdown control.
For all constant frequency, this button functions like the
Update Meas. Button located above the sub tabs.
Abort Meas.
This button aborts measurements in progress. In case of
Variable Frequency Tables, acquiring data at all 12 frequency
settings can take a long time. This button allows this process
to be aborted.
Read Meas. Data
from File
This button reads measurement data from disk. Each time
measurement data is acquired by the GUI, it is saved to an
ASCII text file. A separate file is used for each frequency or
DC setting. To recall data taken at a specific frequency
setting, select the desired frequency using the Test
Frequency Dropdown control before clicking on this button.
Note that all measurement data files are saved in the Reports
subdirectory of the GUI application directory using file name
convention “MeasData_option_nnn_Hz.txt” where „option‟ is
the avionics option and „nnn‟ is the frequency setting or DC.
Waveforms
This tab displays the voltage and current waveform (time domain) for each phase.
The sample rate is automatically set to display about 20 msec of time.
Cur Graph
This tab displays the Current harmonics in a bar graph format. Up to 50 harmonics
are displayed.
Cur Spectrum
This tab displays the same current harmonics as the Current Graph tab except in a
tabular format. Data is shown in both absolute and relative from (percent of
fundamental current). A limit table is applied and a pass or fail indication is shown
in the last column. Values that exceed the allowable limits are shown with a red
background in the Pass/Fail column.
Note: Usually, the power source measurement bandwidth is less than required to
make full compliance current harmonics measurements. This feature is provided for
pre-compliance assessment purposes only. A high bandwidth power analyzer with a
100 KHz sampling rate or better is generally required. Harmonics that are outside of
the range of the measurement system are indicated with a “BWL” (bandwidth
limited) label instead of a readout.
No.
Harmonic number, 1 through 40
Freq (Hz)
Frequency of harmonic in Hz.
Curr (A)
Absolute current (rms) in Amps.
% Fund.
Relative current in percent of the fundamental current (I1).
Limit
Allowable current harmonic limits per individual EUT
specifications. These limits are located in the file named
“option_Distortion_Limits.ini” where „option‟ is the avionics
option, located in the Gui application directory. They are set to
correspond with the limits called out in the applicable
standard. If there are no limits called out in the standard,
these are set to 0 and no limits will be implemented. All limits
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Description
are subject to change by the user.
P/F
Pass or Fail indication.
A phase selection is available to the left of the graphs and table, which allows each
phase to be displayed, one at a time.
Control / Display
Description
Update Meas.
Triggers a new acquisition cycle and updates measurement data for all tabs. For
Variable Frequency tables, data will be acquired at the frequency set by the Test
Frequency Dropdown control.
This button is always available regardless of what sub tab is selected.
Settings
Brings up a dialog box that allows scaling and color changes for the Waveform or
Current harmonics graphs. Note that setting changes will apply to graphs for all
phases.
For current harmonics graphs, only the absolute bar settings apply. The
measurement screen does not display relative current harmonic bar charts but
relative data is available in tabular format on the Cur Spectrum tab.
This button is available only if either the Waveforms or Cur Graph sub tab is
selected
Additional user controls located on the EUT Performance Measurements Tab:
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2.6 Test Description Files – Creating Custom Tests
The avionics options use a set of configuration files that contain the relevant test descriptions. These
files are contained in the test revision folder in the Gui application directory. For example, the DO160
test folder is titled „DO160_RevE‟.
The contents of these tables are defined by the “option_Structure_Tbl_X.ini” configuration files located
in the test revision directory. “X” references the relevant table and “option” is the avionics option
(example: DO160_Structure_Tbl_ACF115.ini).
The test description files used to perform a specific test are listed in the last column labeled “Test
File”. These files must be present in the directory.
The structure files cannot be renamed, since they relate to one of the available power groups. The
structure files can be completely edited to include as many or as little subsequent tests as desired.
The individual test file names can be renamed as needed as long as they are correctly referenced in
the structure configuration files. From there, the individual test files can be modified to perform the
new test.
Tests can be customized as needed by editing these table configuration and test sequence files. To
access these new tests, create a new subdirectory under the application directory. To access any
new sub directory from within the test control window, the directory name must be added to the
UserTestLibraries text file located in the Gui application directory. This is a simple text file listing all
test description directories available.
Example: “DO160UserTestLibraries.txt” file content:
MyNew_DBase
Dummy_Dir_Entry
These two directories listed will now be available for selection from the Test Revision selection in the
160 Test Setup screen.
To facilitate creating new test directories, it is easiest to create a copy of the existing directory first and
rename it as required.
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Description
Potential cause
2
Current Limit
Fault
EUT may require more current than the
programmed current limit setting. This is possible
on constant power loads during reduced voltage
(low line) type test steps. If the power source is set
to Constant Voltage (CV) mode, the output will trip
off when the current limit is exceeded and a Current
Limit fault is generated. In Constant Current (CC)
mode, the output voltage will be reduced to reduce
the current to the set limit. In this case, no error
message will be generated.
113
Undefined
Header
Generally caused by a communication problem
between the PC and the power source.
If the RS232 interface is used and these problems
persist, try using the GPIB interface instead.
(Requires National Instruments GPIB controller).
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Slew
exceeds
dwell
The power source transient system was
programmed to slew to a voltage and/or frequency
value that would take longer to accomplish than the
slew time set. This error can result in single step
mode if the steps are executed out of order or one
or more steps are skipped. The voltage/frequency
values may no longer line up. Try running the test
from the first step.
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Illegal during
transient
A transient step is still in progress. Try using the
Abort button to abort any test in progress. If other
Gui screens other than the Main GUI screen are
open, they may have initiated a transient, which
conflicts with the option. Try closing all other Gui
windows.
2.7 Avionics Option Related Error Messages
The Gui program will monitor the power source on a regular basis for any run time errors. If an error is
reported by the power source, any test step execution will be aborted. Possible errors and error
sources are:
Great efforts have been made to check all test sequence files provided as part of the avionics options.
However, due to the breadth and complexity of the test databases, an occasional error may occur
while using these files. If an error cannot be resolved, turn on the Gui bus monitor window and rerun
the test that yields the error and save the bus trace to a text file using the File, Save All menu in the
bus monitor window. This file can be emailed to support@calinst.com along with a description of the
error.
Furthermore, test files were developed making reasonable assumptions concerning the intent of the avionics
test directives. The user is free to modify, edit, revise or otherwise update any of these tests to match his/her
own requirements. In this case, we recommend you copy the supplied test revision subdirectory and use this
copy to make modifications to. This will preserve the original data provided.
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115V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
28 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
16.6.1.1
Voltage
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
P P P
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
16.6.1.3
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.5.1.5.
1
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
N/A
16.5.1.5.
2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
N/A N/A
3 Option –160: RTCA/DO-160 Rev E, F Tests
The -160 option supports RTCA/DO-160 rev E and F, Section 16, voltage and frequency immunity
tests in either of the AC or DC modes (if available).
The –160 option is based on the RTCA/DO-160 Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for
Airborne Equipment: Section 16 – Power Input dated December 9 2004.
Future revisions of the RTCA/DO-160 directive may be issued over time and updates may be made
available to cover any changes in test levels, durations, procedures etc. Furthermore, the –160 option
is completely data file driven to allow a large degree of customization by the end-user if needed so
many changes can be supported without the need for software updates.
This section of the manual explains the limitations of this test option, the use of special features
unique to this option, and gives a complete layout of all tests performed by this option.
This manual is not intended to elaborate on the intent or purpose of the immunity tests and the
expected behavior of the EUT as described in the RTCA/DO-160 documents. It is assumed that the
end-user is familiar with the content of the RTCA/DO-160 test standard.
3.1 Test Coverage
The comprehensiveness of the tests that can be performed with the –160 option is determined
primarily by the capabilities of the power source used. Tests that are outside the hardware capabilities
of the power source used will not be enabled and cannot be selected. For these tests, additional
equipment may be required as indicated.
3.1.1 MX Series –DO160 Option Limitations
The extent of coverage of the –160 option as implemented on the MX Series platform is shown in the
table below. Tests marked with an „x‟ generally require additional hardware to be used. Tests marked
„N/A‟ are not applicable to the corresponding table. Tests marked with a „‟ are covered by the –160
option. Tests marked with a „P‟ require arbitrary waveform capability, which is available on Pi models
or base models with the –ADV option only. An –HV indication means the –HV 400Vrms range option
is required. Note: The MX15 Series power sources are single phase output only and therefore all
three phase tests are not available on the MX15.
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115V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
28 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC Content
P P P
16.6.2.3
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P P P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal Voltage
Surge
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.2.3.
1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage
16.5.2.3.
2
Abnormal Frequency
Transient
N/A
N/A
No.
230V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
14 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
16.6.1.1
Voltage
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
P P P
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
16.6.1.3
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.5.1.5.1
Normal Surge
Voltage (see note)
-HV
-HV
-HV
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
N/A
16.5.1.5.2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
N/A N/A
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC
Content
P P P
16.6.2.3
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P P P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal Voltage
Surge
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.2.3.1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage (see note)
-HV
-HV
-HV
16.5.2.3.2
Abnormal
Frequency
Transient
N/A
N/A
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115V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
28 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
Table
DDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
16.6.1.1
Voltage
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
P P P
X
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
16.6.1.3
Momentary
Power
Interruptions
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.5.1.5.
1
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
N/A
N/A
16.5.1.5.
2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal
Voltage
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
N/A N/A
N/A
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC Content
P P P
16.6.2.3
Momentary
Under Voltage
Operation
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P P P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal
Voltage Surge
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.2.3.
1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage
16.5.2.3.
2
Abnormal Frequency
Transient
N/A
N/A
No.
230V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
14 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
Table
DDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
16.6.1.1
Voltage
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
P P P
P
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
16.6.1.3
Momentary
Power
Interruptions
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.5.1.5.1
Normal Surge
Voltage (see note)
-HV
-HV
-HV
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
N/A
N/A
16.5.1.5.2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal
Voltage
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
N/A N/A
N/A
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC
Content
P P P
16.6.2.3
Momentary
Under Voltage
Operation
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230V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
14 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
Table
DDC
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P P P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal
Voltage Surge
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.2.3.1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage (see note)
-HV
-HV
-HV
16.5.2.3.2
Abnormal
Frequency
Transient
N/A
N/A
Table 3-4: -160 Option MX Test Coverage, 230VAC, 14VDC and 135VDC, Rev F
Note that some AC tests requiring more than 300Vrms output will require the –HV (400 Vrms)
optional output range.
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Test
Std requirement
Actual setting
Reason
115VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- .18 Vrms
115 +/- .2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- .18 Vrms
115 +/- .2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- .18 Vrms
115 +/- .2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- 1.24 Vrms
115 +/- 1.2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- 1.24 Vrms
115 +/- 1.2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- 1.24 Vrms
115 +/- 1.2 Vrms
Resolution
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
230 +/- .36 Vrms
230 +/- .4 Vrms
Resolution
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
230 +/- 2.48 Vrms
230 +/- 2.5 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.3
400Hz mod by .75Hz
400Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.3
360Hz mod by .75Hz
360Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.3
650Hz mod by .75Hz
650Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.3
360Hz mod by .75Hz
360Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.3
800Hz mod by .75Hz
800Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.3
400Hz mod by .75Hz
400Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
14VDC
ADC:16.6.1.1
15.15 V nom
15.2 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
BDC:16.6.1.1
15.15 V nom
15.2 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
ZDC:16.6.1.1
15.15 V nom
15.2 V nom
Resolution
270VDC
ADC:16.6.1.2
ripple voltage
Not included
Requires additional equipment
28VDC
ADC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
28VDC
BDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
28VDC
ZDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
ADC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
BDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
ZDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
ADC:16.6.2.1
10.25 V nom
10.3 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
BDC:16.6.2.1
10.25 V nom
10.3 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
ZDC:16.6.2.1
10.25 V nom
10.3 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
ADC:16.6.2.4
23.15V in transient
23.2V in transient
Resolution
No.
115V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
28 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
16.6.1.1
Voltage
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
I, P
I, P
I, P
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
16.6.1.3
Momentary Power
Interruptions
3.1.1.1 Specific Test Limitations and Discrepancies
While every effort has been made to provide comprehensive coverage of the RTCA/DO-160 tests,
some limitations apply, largely due to hardware limitations of the MX power source such as available
programming resolution or rounding. The following table lists specific implementation issues by test
number. The deviation from the standard requirement is shown in the “Actual setting” column. The
reason for the deviation is shown in the last column.
3.1.2 i/iX Series –DO160 Option Limitations
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The extent of coverage of the –160 option as implemented on the iX Series platform is shown in the
table below. Tests marked with an „x‟ generally require additional hardware to be used. Tests marked
„N/A‟ are not applicable to the corresponding table. Tests marked with a „‟ are covered by the –160
option. Tests marked with a „P‟ require arbitrary waveform capability, which is available on iX models
only. Tests marked with an “I” are available on the i/iX products only. Tests marked with a „C‟ are
available on the Compact iX products only.
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No.
115V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
28 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.5.1.5.1
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
N/A
16.5.1.5.2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
N/A N/A
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC
Content
P or
C,x
P or
C,x
P or
C,x
16.6.2.3
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P P P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal Voltage
Surge
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.2.3.1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage
16.5.2.3.2
Abnormal
Frequency
Transient
N/A
N/A
No.
230V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
14 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
C C 16.6.1.1
Voltage
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
C C 16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
I, P
I, P
I, P
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
C C 16.6.1.3
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
C C 16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.5.1.5.1
Normal Surge
Voltage
X X X
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
N/A
16.5.1.5.2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A C C
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
N/A N/A
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC
Content
P or
C,x
C, x
C, x
16.6.2.3
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P
C, P
C, P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal Voltage
Surge
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
C C
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
C C
16.5.2.3.1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage
X X X
16.5.2.3.2
Abnormal
C C
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No.
230V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
14 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
Frequency
Transient
Vnom
Test
Std requirement
Actual setting
Reason
230VAC
A(NF)
No Tests Performed
Max. output voltage limitation
230VAC
A(WF)
No Tests Performed
Max. output voltage limitation
115VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- .18 Vrms
115 +/- .2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- .18 Vrms
115 +/- .2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- .18 Vrms
115 +/- .2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- 1.24 Vrms
115 +/- 1.2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- 1.24 Vrms
115 +/- 1.2 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.2
115 +/- 1.24 Vrms
115 +/- 1.2 Vrms
Resolution
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
230 +/- .36 Vrms
230 +/- .4 Vrms
Resolution
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.2
230 +/- 2.48 Vrms
230 +/- 2.5 Vrms
Resolution
115VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.3
400Hz mod by .75Hz
400Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.3
360Hz mod by .75Hz
360Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(NF):16.5.1.3
650Hz mod by .75Hz
650Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.3
360Hz mod by .75Hz
360Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
115VAC
A(WF):16.5.1.3
800Hz mod by .75Hz
800Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.3
400Hz mod by .75Hz
400Hz mod by .8Hz
Resolution
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.1.5.1
320V Transient
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
230VAC
A(CF):16.5.2.3.1
360V Transient
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
ADC:16.6.1.1
15.15 V nom
15.2 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
BDC:16.6.1.1
15.15 V nom
15.2 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
ZDC:16.6.1.1
15.15 V nom
15.2 V nom
Resolution
28VDC
ADC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
28VDC
BDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
28VDC
ZDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
ADC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
BDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
ZDC:16.6.1.2
> 5 kHz ripple voltage
Test skipped
Requires additional equipment
14VDC
ADC:16.6.2.1
10.25 V nom
10.3 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
BDC:16.6.2.1
10.25 V nom
10.3 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
ZDC:16.6.2.1
10.25 V nom
10.3 V nom
Resolution
14VDC
ADC:16.6.2.4
23.15V in transient
23.2V in transient
Resolution
Table 3-6: -160 Option i/iX Test Coverage, 230VAC and 14VDC
Note that the iX Series does not support 800 Hz testing at more than 150Vrms. Consequently, all
230V nominal tests for A(NF) and A(WF) categories are not supported. Some A(CF) tests requiring
more than 300V output are also unavailable due to hardware limitations of the iX Series power
source.
3.1.2.1 Specific Test Limitations and Discrepancies
While every effort has been made to provide comprehensive coverage of the RTCA/DO-160 tests,
some limitations apply, largely due to hardware limitations of the iX power source such as available
programming resolution or rounding. The following table lists specific implementation issues by test
number. The deviation from the standard requirement is shown in the “Actual setting” column. The
reason for the deviation is shown in the last column.
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No.
115V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
28 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
16.6.1.1
Voltage X X
X
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
16.6.1.3
Momentary Power
Interruptions
X X X
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.5.1
Normal Surge
Voltage
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.5.2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
X X X
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC
Content
X X X
16.6.2.3
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
X X X
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P P P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal Voltage
Surge
X X X
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.2.3.1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage
16.5.2.3.2
Abnormal
Frequency
Transient
N/A
N/A
3.1.3 Lx/Ls Series –DO160 Option Limitations
The extent of coverage of the –160 option as implemented on the Lx/Ls Series platform is shown in
the table below. Tests marked with an „x‟ generally require additional hardware to be used. Tests
marked „N/A‟ are not applicable to the corresponding table. Tests marked with a „‟ are covered by
the –160 option. Tests marked with a „P‟ require arbitrary waveform capability, which is available on
Lx models and Ls models with the –ADV option only. Note that some voltage surge tests may require
optional output voltage ranges on the Lx/Ls and may not be supported on the standard voltage range.
DC tests are NOT supported by the Lx/Ls Series
Table 3-7: -160 Option Ls/Lx Test Coverage, 115VAC and 28VDC
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No.
230V Tests
Description
Table
A(CF)
Table
A(NF)
Table
A(WF)
No.
14 VDC Tests
Description
Table
ADC
Table
BDC
Table
ZDC
16.5.1.1
Voltage and
Frequency
16.6.1.1
Voltage X X
X
16.5.1.2
Voltage Modulation
16.6.1.2
Ripple Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.3
Frequency
Modulation
16.6.1.3
Momentary Power
Interruptions
X X X
16.5.1.4
Momentary Power
Interruptions
16.6.1.4
Normal Surge
Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.5.1
Normal Surge
Voltage1
16.6.1.5
Engine Starting
Under Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.5.2
Normal Frequency
Transients
N/A
N/A
16.6.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
X X X
16.5.1.6
Normal Frequency
Variations
N/A
16.6.2.2
Low Voltage
Conditions
X X X
16.5.1.7
Voltage DC
Content
X X X
16.6.2.3
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
X X X
16.5.1.8
Voltage Distortion
P P P
16.6.2.4
Abnormal Voltage
Surge
X X X
16.5.2.1
Abnormal Voltage
and Frequency
16.5.2.2
Momentary Under
Voltage Operation
16.5.2.3.1
Abnormal Surge
Voltage2
16.5.2.3.2
Abnormal
Frequency
Transient
N/A
N/A
Table 3-8: -160 Option Ls/Lx Test Coverage, 230VAC and 14VDC
1
Requires –HV voltage range option.
2
Requires –HV voltage range option.
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