RS Series
AC and DC Power Source
User Manual
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User Manual AMETEK Programmable Power
User Manual
California Instruments - AC Power Source
AMETEK Programmable Power.
Models:
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RS90-3Pi
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RS180-3Pi
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RS270-3Pi
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RS360-3Pi
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RS450-3Pi
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RS540-3Pi
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Important Safety Instructions
Before applying power to the system, verify that your product is configured properly for your particular
application.
WARNING
WARNING
Only qualified personnel who deal with attendant hazards in power supplies, are allowed to perform
installation and servicing.
Ensure that the AC power line ground is connected properly to the Power Rack input connector or chassis.
Similarly, other power ground lines including those to application and maintenance equipment must be
grounded properly for both personnel and equipment safety.
Always ensure that facility AC input power is de-energized prior to connecting or disconnecting any cable.
In normal operation, the operator does not have access to hazardous voltages within the chassis.
However, depending on the user’s application configuration, HIGH VOLTAGES HAZARDOUS TO
HUMAN SAFETY may be normally generated on the output terminals. The customer/user must ensure
that the output power lines are labeled properly as to the safety hazards and that any inadvertent contact
with hazardous voltages is eliminated.
Guard against risks of electrical shock during open cover checks by not touching any portion of the
electrical circuits. Even when power is off, capacitors may retain an electrical charge. Use safety glasses
during open cover checks to avoid personal injury by any sudden component failure.
Neither AMETEK Programmable Power Inc., San Diego, California, USA, nor any of the subsidiary sales
organizations can accept any responsibility for personnel, material or inconsequential injury, loss or
damage that results from improper use of the equipment and accessories.
Hazardous voltages may be present when covers are removed. Qualified
personnel must use extreme caution when servicing this equipment.
Circuit boards, test points, and output voltages also may be floating above
(below) chassis ground.
The equipment used contains ESD sensitive parts. When installing
equipment, follow ESD Safety Procedures. Electrostatic discharges might
cause damage to the equipment.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
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Product Family: RS Series AC Power Source
Warranty Period: 1 Year
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 11
1.1 General Description ......................................................................................................................... 11
1.2 Manual organization and format ...................................................................................................... 11
2. Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 12
2.1 Electrical .......................................................................................................................................... 12
2.2 Mechanical ...................................................................................................................................... 20
2.3 Environmental .................................................................................................................................. 21
2.4 Regulatory ....................................................................................................................................... 21
2.5 Front Panel Controls ........................................................................................................................ 21
2.6 Special Features and Options ......................................................................................................... 22
2.7 Supplemental Specifications ............................................................................................................ 30
3. Unpacking and Installation ....................................................................................................... 31
3.1 Unpacking ........................................................................................................................................ 31
3.2 Power Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 31
3.3 Mechanical Installation .................................................................................................................... 33
3.4 AC Input Connections and Wiring .................................................................................................... 33
3.5 AC On/Off Circuit Breaker on RS Series front panel........................................................................ 36
3.6 Output Connections ......................................................................................................................... 38
3.7 Connectors - Rear Panel ................................................................................................................. 45
3.8 Multiple Cabinet System Configurations (incl. –MB) ........................................................................ 52
3.9 Multiple Cabinet Power Up/Down Procedures ................................................................................. 54
3.10 Clock and Lock Configurations ........................................................................................................ 55
3.11 Basic Initial Functional Test ............................................................................................................. 57
3.12 Remote Inhibit / Remote Shutdown ................................................................................................. 59
3.13 Junction Box Accessory TBD .......................................................................................................... 60
4. Front Panel Operation .............................................................................................................. 61
4.1 Tour of the Front Panel .................................................................................................................... 61
4.2 Menu Structure ................................................................................................................................ 68
4.3 Output Programming ..................................................................................................................... 105
4.4 Waveform Management [3Pi Controller only] ................................................................................ 106
4.5 Standard Measurements ............................................................................................................... 111
4.6 Advanced Measurements [3Pi Controller only] .............................................................................. 113
4.7 Transient Programming ................................................................................................................. 122
5. Principle of Operation ............................................................................................................ 129
5.1 General .......................................................................................................................................... 129
5.2 Overall Description ........................................................................................................................ 130
5.3 Controller Assembly ....................................................................................................................... 131
5.4 System Interface Board ................................................................................................................. 134
5.5 Current / Voltage Sensor Board ..................................................................................................... 134
5.6 Low Voltage Power Supply ............................................................................................................ 134
5.7 Power Module ................................................................................................................................ 135
6. Calibration ............................................................................................................................. 140
6.1 Recommended Calibration Equipment .......................................................................................... 140
6.2 Front Panel Calibration Screens .................................................................................................... 141
6.3 Routine Measurement Calibration ................................................................................................. 143
6.4 Routine Output Calibration ............................................................................................................ 148
6.5 Non-Routine Calibration ................................................................................................................ 154
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7. Service .................................................................................................................................. 156
7.1 Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 156
7.2 General .......................................................................................................................................... 156
7.3 Basic operation .............................................................................................................................. 156
7.4 Advanced Troubleshooting. ........................................................................................................... 158
7.5 Factory Assistance ........................................................................................................................ 160
7.6 Fuses ............................................................................................................................................. 161
7.7 Firmware Updates ......................................................................................................................... 162
8. Top Assembly Replaceable Parts .......................................................................................... 165
9. Options .................................................................................................................................. 167
9.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 167
9.2 Option -HV: Additional AC Voltage Range ..................................................................................... 168
9.3 Option –160: RTCA/DO-160 Tests ................................................................................................ 169
9.4 Option –411: IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips and Interruptions ....................................................... 183
9.5 Option –413: IEC 61000-4-13 Interharmonics Test ....................................................................... 191
9.6 Option –704: MilStd704 Tests ....................................................................................................... 202
9.7 Option –ABD: Airbus ABD0100.1.8 Test ....................................................................................... 214
9.8 Option –AMD: Airbus AMD24C Test .............................................................................................. 214
9.9 Option –787: Boeing B787-0147 Test ........................................................................................... 214
9.10 Option –WHM: Watt Hour Measurement ....................................................................................... 215
9.11 Option –SNK: Current Sink ............................................................................................................ 217
9.12
10. Error Messages ................................................................................................................... 2201
Index.......................................................................................................................................... 2266
Option – EXTD: External drive……………………………………………………………………………220
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 150/300 V AC Ranges – Max Rating. ....................................................... 15
Figure 2-2: Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 150/300 V AC Ranges – Derated. ....................................................................... 16
Figure 2-3: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 200/400 V DC Ranges – Max. Rating ....................................................... 16
Figure 2-4: Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 200/400 V DC Ranges – Derated ........................................................................ 17
Figure 2-5: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart, -HV Option – Max. Rating. ............................................................................. 25
Figure 2-6: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart, -HV Option – Derated. ................................................................................... 25
Figure 2-7: -HF Option Voltage Frequency Rating 300V range .................................................................................................... 27
Figure 2-8: -HF Option Voltage Frequency Rating 150V range .................................................................................................... 27
Figure 3-1: RS90 Power Source Photo .......................................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 3-2: Location of AC Input Connection Block (TB3) and Chassis Ground Connection ...................................................... 34
Figure 3-3: RS Series AC Input Connection Diagram (Rear view) ............................................................................................... 35
Figure 3-4: Rear Panel – External Sense connector location. ...................................................................................................... 37
Figure 3-5: External sense cable shield connection to chassis ground ........................................................................................ 38
Figure 3-6: Location of Output Terminals (Rear view) ................................................................................................................... 40
Figure 3-7: RS90 Output Wiring (Rear panel view) ....................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 3-8: RS180 or RS180-MB Output Wiring (Rear view) ........................................................................................................ 42
Figure 3-9: Two RS90's in Clock and Lock mode Output Wiring (Rear view) .............................................................................. 43
Figure 3-10: Ship kit Terminal Block dimensions TBD adjust ....................................................................................................... 44
Figure 3-11: USB Connector pin orientation. ................................................................................................................................. 49
Figure 3-12: Emergency Switch (ES Option) shut off inter connect on -MB systems. ................................................................. 51
Figure 3-13: Multi-Cabinet DIP Switch Location and Setting - TBD .............................................................................................. 53
Figure 3-14: Functional Test Setup. ............................................................................................................................................... 58
Figure 3-15: 7003-416-1 Output Junction Box ............................................................................................................................... 60
Figure 4-1: Shuttle Knob ................................................................................................................................................................. 63
Figure 4-2: FUNCTION Keypad .................................................................................................................................................... 64
Figure 4-3: Entering Values from the Decimal Keypad ................................................................................................................. 66
Figure 4-4: Cursor UP Key Movement ........................................................................................................................................... 66
Figure 4-5: Cursor DOWN key Movement ..................................................................................................................................... 67
Figure 4-6: Main Menu 1 Screen .................................................................................................................................................... 67
Figure 4-7: Menu 1 through 3 ......................................................................................................................................................... 68
Figure 4-8: PROGRAM Menu ......................................................................................................................................................... 72
Figure 4-9: MEASUREMENTS Screen, Single Phase and Three Phase Modes ......................................................................... 74
Figure 4-10: HARMONICS/TRACE ANALYSIS Screen ................................................................................................................ 76
Figure 4-11: TRANSIENTS Menu .................................................................................................................................................. 79
Figure 4-12: VOLTAGE SURGE/SAG SETUP Screen ................................................................................................................. 80
Figure 4-13: VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen ............................................................................................................... 82
Figure 4-14: FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen .......................................................................................................... 84
Figure 4-15 VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen ....................................................................................... 85
Figure 4-16:START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE Screen ...................................................................................................... 86
Figure 4-17: WAVEFORMS Menu .................................................................................................................................................. 87
Figure 4-18: APPLICATIONS Menus ............................................................................................................................................. 90
Figure 4-19: SETUP REGISTERS Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 91
Figure 4-20: UTILITY Menus .......................................................................................................................................................... 92
Figure 4-21: GPIB/RS232 SETUP Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 95
Figure 4-22: VOLTAGE/CURRENT CONTROL SETUP Menu ..................................................................................................... 96
Figure 4-23: INITIAL SETUP Menus .............................................................................................................................................. 97
Figure 4-24: LIMIT SETUP Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 99
Figure 4-25: CONFIGURATION SETUP Menus .......................................................................................................................... 100
Figure 4-26: MEASUREMENT CAL FACTORS Menu. ............................................................................................................... 103
Figure 4-27: OUTPUT CAL FACTORS Menu (Series II only) ..................................................................................................... 104
Figure 4-28: Selecting a Waveform .............................................................................................................................................. 107
Figure 4-29: Selecting Waveforms for Single Phase or All Phases ............................................................................................ 107
Figure 4-30: Custom Waveform Creation with GUI Program ...................................................................................................... 108
Figure 4-31: Waveform Crest Factor Affects Max. rms Voltage .................................................................................................. 109
Figure 4-32: Waveform Frequency Domain View Mode .............................................................................................................. 110
Figure 4-33: Scrolling Through Tabular FFT Data ....................................................................................................................... 114
Figure 4-34: Scrolling through bar chart FFT Data ...................................................................................................................... 114
Figure 4-35: Scrolling Through Acquired Waveform Data ........................................................................................................... 116
Figure 4-36: SET VOLT Trigger Source Acquisition .................................................................................................................... 118
Figure 4-37: Positive Trigger Delay (Post Trigger Data) ............................................................................................................. 120
Figure 4-38: Negative Trigger Delay (Pre-Trigger Data) ............................................................................................................. 121
Figure 4-39: Pulse Transients ....................................................................................................................................................... 123
Figure 4-40: List Transients .......................................................................................................................................................... 124
Figure 4-41: Switching Waveforms in a Transient List ................................................................................................................ 127
Figure 4-42: START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE Menu ..................................................................................................... 128
Figure 5-1: RS Series Functional Block Diagram ........................................................................................................................ 129
Figure 5-2: RS Series Detailed Block Diagram ............................................................................................................................ 132
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Figure 5-3: Power Module Detailed Block Diagram ..................................................................................................................... 133
Figure 5-4: Power Module Layout ................................................................................................................................................ 135
Figure 5-5: Amplifier Board Layout ............................................................................................................................................... 137
Figure 6-1: Voltage Calibration Setup RS90 (Rear view) ............................................................................................................ 142
Figure 6-2: Current Measurement Calibration Setup (Rear view) ............................................................................................... 144
Figure 6-3: DC offset AC filter ....................................................................................................................................................... 148
Figure 6-4: -413 Option Aux Generator Adjustments - TBD ........................................................................................................ 152
Figure 9-1: Application Menu ........................................................................................................................................................ 170
Figure 9-2: DO160 Main Menu ..................................................................................................................................................... 171
Figure 9-3: Normal State ............................................................................................................................................................... 171
Figure 9-4: Voltage Modulation..................................................................................................................................................... 173
Figure 9-5: Frequency Modulation ................................................................................................................................................ 174
Figure 9-6: Power Interrupt ........................................................................................................................................................... 175
Figure 9-7: Power Interrupt for Group 2 and 3 ............................................................................................................................. 176
Figure 9-8: Emergency Screen ..................................................................................................................................................... 177
Figure 9-9: Abnormal Screen ........................................................................................................................................................ 178
Figure 9-10: DO-160 DC Main Menu............................................................................................................................................ 180
Figure 9-11: Normal State ............................................................................................................................................................. 180
Figure 9-12: Abnormal State ......................................................................................................................................................... 181
Figure 9-13: Application Menu ...................................................................................................................................................... 185
Figure 9-14: IEC1000-4-11 Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 185
Figure 9-15: IEC Dips and Interrupts ............................................................................................................................................ 186
Figure 9-16: Voltage Variation Screen ......................................................................................................................................... 188
Figure 9-17: EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Variation specification- Edition 1.0 ................................................................................... 189
Figure 9-18: EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Variation specification- Edition 2.0 ................................................................................... 189
Figure 9-19: IEC 61000-4-11 GUI screen. ................................................................................................................................... 190
Figure 9-20: Application Setup Menus ......................................................................................................................................... 192
Figure 9-21: IEC1000-4-13 Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 192
Figure 9-22: IEC 1000-4-13 FCURVE .......................................................................................................................................... 194
Figure 9-23: IEC 1000-4-13 OSWING .......................................................................................................................................... 194
Figure 9-24: IEC 1000-4-13 SWEEP ............................................................................................................................................ 195
Figure 9-25: IEC 1000-4-13 Harmonics ....................................................................................................................................... 195
Figure 9-26: IEC 1000-4-13 INTERHARMONICS ....................................................................................................................... 196
Figure 9-27: IEC 61000-4-13 Meister Curve ................................................................................................................................ 196
Figure 9-28: IEC 61000-4-13 Test Flowchart Class 1 and 2 ....................................................................................................... 198
Figure 9-29:IEC 61000-4-13 Test Flowchart Class 3 .................................................................................................................. 199
Figure 9-30: MENU 2 SCREEN .................................................................................................................................................... 201
Figure 9-31: INTERHARMONICS SCREEN ................................................................................................................................ 201
Figure 9-32: Application Menu ...................................................................................................................................................... 204
Figure 9-33: MIL704 Menu............................................................................................................................................................ 204
Figure 9-34: Steady State Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 205
Figure 9-35: Transient Menu ........................................................................................................................................................ 207
Figure 9-36: Emergency Menu ..................................................................................................................................................... 208
Figure 9-37: Abnormal Screen ...................................................................................................................................................... 209
Figure 9-38: MIL704 DC Menu ..................................................................................................................................................... 210
Figure 9-39: Steady State DC ....................................................................................................................................................... 210
Figure 9-40: Transient Menu ........................................................................................................................................................ 211
Figure 9-41: Abnormal Test Screen ............................................................................................................................................. 212
Figure 9-42: Emergency Test ....................................................................................................................................................... 213
Figure 9-43: Application Screen ................................................................................................................................................... 215
Figure 9-44: Watt-Hour Meter Screen .......................................................................................................................................... 215
Figure 9-45: WH-Meter Screen with Function Active ................................................................................................................... 215
Figure 9-46: REGENERATE CONTROL screen ......................................................................................................................... 218
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List of Tables
Table 3-1: Suggested Input Wiring Sizes for each RS Cabinet * .................................................................................................. 36
Table 3-2: Suggested Output Wiring Sizes* ................................................................................................................................... 39
Table 3-3: Output Terminal connections. ....................................................................................................................................... 40
Table 3-4: System Interface Connectors ........................................................................................................................................ 46
Table 3-5: Analog Interface Connector .......................................................................................................................................... 46
Table 3-6: BNC Connectors ............................................................................................................................................................ 47
Table 3-7: BNC Connectors ............................................................................................................................................................ 47
Table 3-8: External Sense Connector ............................................................................................................................................ 47
Table 3-9: RS232 Connector pin out – RS with RS232 and USB. ................................................................................................ 48
Table 3-10: USB Connector pin out................................................................................................................................................ 49
Table 3-11: RJ45 LAN Connector pin out. ..................................................................................................................................... 50
Table 3-12: Clock and Lock Configuration settings ....................................................................................................................... 55
Table 3-13: Clock and Lock Initialization settings .......................................................................................................................... 56
Table 3-14: Remote Inhibit Mode Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 59
Table 6-1: Calibration Load Values .............................................................................................................................................. 145
Table 6-2: Measurement Calibration Table - TBD ....................................................................................................................... 147
Table 6-3: Output Calibration Table – RS Series ......................................................................................................................... 153
Table 7-1: Basic Symptoms .......................................................................................................................................................... 156
Table 7-2: RS Fuse Ratings ......................................................................................................................................................... 161
Table 7-3: Flash Down load Messages ........................................................................................................................................ 164
Table 8-1& 8-2: Replaceable Parts & Fuses ................................................................................................................................ 166
Table 9-1: Normal Voltage and Frequency Minimum ................................................................................................................. 171
Table 9-2: Normal Voltage and Frequency Maximum.................................................................................................................. 172
Table 9-3: Normal Voltage Unbalance ......................................................................................................................................... 172
Table 9-4: Normal VoltageSurge Sequence ................................................................................................................................ 176
Table 9-5: Normal Frequency Transient Sequence ..................................................................................................................... 177
Table 9-6: Normal Frequency Variation Sequence ...................................................................................................................... 177
Table 9-7: Emergency Voltage and Frequency Minimum ........................................................................................................... 178
Table 9-8: Emergency Voltage and Frequency Maximum .......................................................................................................... 178
Table 9-9: Emergency Voltage Unbalance .................................................................................................................................. 178
Table 9-10: Abnormal Voltage Minimum ...................................................................................................................................... 179
Table 9-11: Abnormal Voltage Maximum ..................................................................................................................................... 179
Table 9-12: Abnormal Frequency Transient ................................................................................................................................. 179
Table 9-13: Normal Voltage Minimum .......................................................................................................................................... 180
Table 9-14: Normal Voltage Maximum ......................................................................................................................................... 180
Table 9-15: Voltage Surge ............................................................................................................................................................ 181
Table 9-16: Abnormal Voltage Surge ........................................................................................................................................... 182
Table 9-17: Phase mapping .......................................................................................................................................................... 184
Table 9-18: IEC 61000-3-34 Table C.2 ........................................................................................................................................ 184
Table 9-19: Dips and Interruptions Tests Performed During RUN ALL ...................................................................................... 186
Table 9-20:Voltage Variations Test Performed During RUN ALL ............................................................................................... 188
Table 10-1: Error Messages ......................................................................................................................................................... 225
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1. Introduction
This instruction manual contains information on the installation, operation, calibration and
maintenance of all power systems that use the RS Series power sources with the programmable
controller.
1.1 General Description
The RS Series AC and DC power source systems are high efficiency, floor standing AC and DC
power sources that provide a precise output with low distortion. Available voltage ranges are
150 Vac, 300 Vac and 400 Vac in AC mode and 200 Vdc and 400 Vdc in DC mode. All models
provide three-phase output mode in either AC, DC and AC+DC mode of operation. In DC mode,
this implies there are three DC outputs with individual voltage programming on each output.
All RS-3Pi models provide features such as arbitrary waveform generation harmonics analysis,
standard RS232C, USB, IEEE-488 interfaces and an available LAN option.
The RS Series units are contained in a floor standing enclosure on casters. This allows the units
to be moved around more easily.
Read the installation instructions carefully before attempting to install and operate the RS Series
power systems.
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
available for download from the www.adobe.com website. This manual may be printed for
personal use if a hardcopy is desired. To request a hardcopy from AMETEK Programmable
Power, contact customer service at service.ppd@ametek.com There will be a charge for printed
manuals.
This manual contains sections on installation, normal use, maintenance and calibration. If the
RS system is equipped with a GPIB, RS232C, USB or LAN interface, refer to the RS
Programming manual for information on using the remote control interfaces and command
syntax. The programming manual is provided on the same CDROM as this user manual.
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Parameter
RS90
RS180
RS270
RS360
RS450
RS540
2. Specifications
Specifications shown are valid over an ambient temperature range of 25 ± 5° C and apply after a
30 minute warm-up time. Unless otherwise noted, all specifications are per phase for sine wave
output into a resistive load. For three phase configurations or mode of operation, all
specifications are for Line to Neutral (L-N) and phase angle specifications are valid under
balanced load conditions only.
2.1 Electrical
2.1.1 Input
Line Voltage:
(3 phase, 3
wire + ground
(PE))
208 VLL ±10%
230 VLL ±10%
400 VLL ±10%
480 V
Line VA: 106 KVA 212 KVA
Line Current: 350 A
314 A
180 A
150 A
RMS
187 V
RMS
207 V
RMS
360 V
RMS
@
LL
@
LL
@
LL
@
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Line
currents are
2 x RS90
318 KVA
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Line
currents are
3 x RS90
432 VLL
Line
47-63 Hz
Frequency:
Efficiency: 85 % (typical) depending on line and load
Power Factor: 0.95 (typical) / 0.99 at full power.
Inrush Current: 460 Apk @
208 V
440Apk @
230 V
LL
264Apk @
400 V
LL
220Apk @
LL
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Peak
currents are
2 x RS90
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Peak
currents are
3 x RS90
480 VLL
Hold-Up Time: > 10 ms
Isolation
Voltage:
2200 VAC input to output
1350 VAC input to chassis
±10%
LL
424 KVA
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Line
currents are
4 x RS90
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Peak
currents are
4 x RS90
530 KVA
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Line
currents are
5 x RS90
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Peak
currents are
5 x RS90
636 KVA
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Line
currents are
6 x RS90
Each RS90
chassis
requires its
own AC
service.
Total Peak
currents are
6 x RS90
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Output Parameter
RS90
RS180
RS270
RS360
RS450
RS540
Modes
Voltage:
Power
Current
Note
2.1.2 Output
Note: All specifications are for AC and DC unless otherwise indicated.
AC, DC, AC+DC
Ranges (L-N):
AC Mode Low: 0 - 150 V / High: 0 - 300 V
DC Mode Low: 0 - 200 V / High: 0 - 400 V
AC+DC Mode AC: Low: 0 - 150 V / High: 0 - 300 V
DC Offset: Low Vrange: 0 - 150 V
High Vrange: 0 - 220 V
Resolution:
AC Mode 0.1 V
DC Mode 0.1 V
AC+DC Mode AC: 0.1 V
DC Offset: 0.01 V
Accuracy: ± 0.3 V < 100Hz, ± 0.6 V > 100Hz, AC mode
± 1 V DC mode
From 5% Vrange to 100% of Vrange, RMS bandwidth < 10KHz
Distortion THD1:
(Resistive full load,
normal mode)
Distortion THD1:
(Resistive full load,
Regenerative
mode (-SNK))
Load Regulation: 0.25 % FS @ DC - 100 Hz
Line Regulation: 0.1% for 10% input line change
DC Offset Voltage: < 20 mV
Output Noise:
(20 kHz to 1 MHz)
Output Coupling DC coupled
(total power for all phases, either range, at full scale voltage, maximum ambient T = 35° C)
AC Mode 90 KVA
DC Mode 60 KW
AC+DC Mode The maximum power and current in the AC+DC mode is equal to that in the DC mode
< 0.5 % @ 16 - 66 Hz
< 1.00 % @ 66 - 500 Hz
< 1.25 % @ > 500 Hz
< 1 % @ 16 - 66 Hz
< 2 % @ 66 - 500 Hz
< 3 % @ > 500 Hz
0.5 % FS @ > 100 Hz
< 2 V
< 3 V
Except on optional -HV or -XV Voltage range output, which is AC coupled.
low V Range
RMS
high V Range
RMS
180 KVA
120 KW
270 KVA
180 KW
360 KVA
240 KW
450 KVA
300 KW
540 KVA
360 KW
: Current, maximum amps indicated per phase available between 50 and 100 % of voltage range.
1
The distortion specification for the RS Series is valid for pure (inductance < 12 uH) resistive load conditions and
using a 30 KHz LP filter on distortion meter.
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Output Parameter
RS90
RS180
RS270
RS360
RS450
RS540
Repetitive Peak Current
Frequency
Phase (3 phase mode)
Maximum ambient temperate for full power operation at full-scale voltage is 35° C.
Constant Power Mode:
Operation at higher currents but constant power is possible from 80% of Voltage range (125% of
max. current) declining to 100% of maximum current at 100 % of voltage range for short periods
of time or at reduced ambient temperatures. (< 15 mins @ 30° C). See Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-
4.
AC Mode RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 200A
V Hi: 100A
DC Mode
AC+DC Mode
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 100A
V Hi: 50A
Note: Current derates linearly from 50% of voltage range to 20% of specified current at 5% of voltage
range
Current Limit
0.5% of full scale
Accuracy
Current Limit mode Programmable, CC or CV mode
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 400A
V Hi: 200A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 200A
V Hi: 100A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 600A
V Hi: 300A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 300A
V Hi: 150A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 800A
V Hi: 400A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 400A
V Hi: 200A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 1000A
V Hi: 500A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 500A
V Hi: 250A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 1200A
V Hi: 600A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 600A
V Hi: 300A
Note: Maximum Peak Current shown. Value shown reflects absolute peak current protection level. This level may not be
reached under all load conditions. Depending on load conditions, peak current may max out at lower levels due to amplifier
output impedance.
Note: A repetitive peak current limit function is provided which will generate a fault and shut off the power supply if the
peak current drawn by the load exceeds the maximum level for more than 30 seconds. During this time, the amplifier will
limit the peak current at a somewhat level above the maximum level but it is not allowable to run in this mode indefinitely.
This should provide sufficient time to ride through any startup/inrush load conditions.
AC Mode
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 600A
V Hi: 300A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 1200A
V Hi: 600A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 1800A
V Hi: 900A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 2400A
V Hi: 1200A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 3000A
V Hi: 1500A
RS90, per
phase
V Lo: 3600A
V Hi: 1800A
Range: Standard: 16 Hz - 819.0 Hz (for –HV option range, 45 Hz – 819.0 Hz)
-LF option: 16 Hz - 500.0 Hz
-HF option: 16 Hz – 905 Hz
Resolution: 0.01 Hz from 16.00 to 81.91 Hz
0.1 Hz from 82.0 to 819.0 Hz
Accuracy: ± 0.01 %
±0.25 % for the FC option
Range: Phase B/C relative to phase A
0.0 to 360.0°
Resolution: 0.1°
Accuracy: 16 Hz - 100 Hz: < 1.5°
100 Hz - 500 Hz: < 2°
> 500 Hz: < 4°
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Output Parameter
RS90
RS180
RS270
RS360
RS450
RS540
Ext. Sync Mode
(not available with FC option)
(RMS)
Voltage (RMS)
75
300
120
160
80
40
100 A
150
200 A
15
Input: Isolated TTL input for external frequency control. Requires 5V at 5 mA for logic high.
Accuracy: Ext. Sync to phase A with fixed Ext. Sync Frequency input:
16 Hz - 100 Hz: < 2°
100 Hz - 500 Hz: < 3°
> 500 Hz: < 4°
Note: Output specifications apply below the Current / Voltage rating lines shown in the
V/I rating chart below.
200
Current
Low V Range
High V Range
7.5
Figure 2-1: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 150/300 V AC Ranges – Max Rating.
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Figure 2-2: Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 150/300 V AC Ranges – Derated.
Figure 2-3: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 200/400 V DC Ranges – Max. Rating
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Parameter
Range
Resolution
(>0.2kVA)
0.02, 100
-
820 Hz
Figure 2-4: Voltage / Current Rating Chart for 200/400 V DC Ranges – Derated
2.1.3 AC Measurements
Measurement specifications apply to RS90 model only. See notes for other models and
configurations.
Frequency 16.00 - 820.0 Hz 0.01% + 0.01 Hz
RMS Voltage 0 - 300 Volts 0.1% FS, < 100 Hz
RMS Current 0 - 250 Amps 0.5% FS, < 100 Hz
Peak Current 0 - 750 Amps 2% FS, < 100 Hz
VA Power 0 - 30 KVA 1% FS , < 100 Hz
Real Power 0 - 30 KW 1% FS, < 100 Hz
Power Factor
Note: Accuracy specifications are valid above 100 counts. For current and power measurements,
specifications apply from 2% to 100% of measurement range.
Note: Power factor accuracy applies for PF > 0.5 and VA > 50 % of max.
Accuracy (±)
±0.25 % for the FC option
0.2% FS, > 100 Hz
1.0% FS, > 100 Hz
4% FS, > 100 Hz
2% FS, > 100 Hz
2% FS, > 100 Hz
0.00 - 1.00 0.01, <100 Hz
0.01 to 81.91 Hz
0.1 to 500 Hz
1 Hz above 500 Hz
0.01 Volt
0.1 Amp
0.1 Amp
10 VA
10 W
0.01
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Parameter
Range
Resolution
Parameter
Specification
2.1.4 DC Measurements
Accuracy (±)
Voltage 0 - 400 Vdc 0.25% FS 0.1 Volt
Current 0 - 200 Adc 0.5% FS 0.01 Amp
Power 0 - 10 kW 1% FS 10 W
Note: Accuracy specifications are valid above 100 counts. For current and power measurements,
specifications apply from 2% to 100% of measurement range.
2.1.5 Harmonic Measurements
Harmonic measurement specifications apply to RS90-3Pi in three-phase mode. See notes for
other models and configurations.
Parameter Range
Frequency fundamental 16.00 - 820 Hz 0.03% + 0.03 Hz
Frequency harmonics
Phase 0.0 - 360.0° 2° typ. 0.5°
Voltage Fundamental 0.1% FS 0.01V
Harmonic 2 - 50 0.1% + 0.1%/kHz FS 0.01V
Current Fundamental 0.5% FS, < 100 Hz
Harmonic 2 - 50 1.0% + 0.5%/kHz FS 0.1A
Note: For current measurements, specifications apply from 2% to 100% of measurement range.
2.1.6 System Specification
External Modulation: 0 to 10%
Synchronization
Input:
Trigger Input: External trigger source input. Requires TTL level input signal. Triggers on negative
Trigger Output:
Function Strobe:
Output Status: Monitors status of output relay. Isolated TTL output. High if output relay is closed,
Accuracy (±)
±0.25 % for the FC option
32.00 Hz – 16 KHz 0.03% + 0.03 Hz 0.01 Hz
1.0% FS, > 100 Hz
Isolated TTL input for external frequency control. Requires 5V at 5 mA for logic
high. Note: Not available with FC option
edge. Response time 80 - 100 µs.
Programmable through transient list system. 400 µs pulse for voltage or frequency
change. Isolated TTL output. Output reverts to Function strobe when not uses as
Trig Out. This function is mutually exclusive with the Function Strobe output.
Active for any voltage or frequency program change. 400 µs pulse for voltage or
frequency change. Isolated TTL output. This function is mutually exclusive with the
Trigger Output. Same output is used for Trigger Output if Trigger Output is
programmed as part of list system.
Resolution
0.01 Hz
0.1A
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Specification
low if output relay is open.
Non volatile memory
storage:
Waveforms Sine (Models with Standard controller)
Transients Voltage: drop, step, sag, surge, sweep
IEEE-488 Interface: SH1, AH1, T6, L3, SR1, RL2, DC1, DT1
RS232C Interface: Bi-directional serial interface
USB Interface: Standard USB 1.1 peripheral.
16 complete instrument setups and transient lists, 100 events per list.
Sine, square, clipped, user defined (Models with Pi controller)
Frequency: step, sag, surge, sweep
Voltage and Frequency: step, sweep
Syntax: IEEE 488.2 and SCPI
Response time is 10 ms (typical)
9 pin D-shell connector
Handshake: CTS, RTS
Data bits: 7, 8
Stop bits: 1,2
Baud rate: 9600 to 115,200 bps
Syntax: IEEE 488.2 and SCPI.
Note: Disconnect any USB connection when using the RS232 interface.
Data transfer rate: 460,800 bps
Syntax: IEEE 488.2 and SCPI.
Note: Use of the USB port to control more than one power source from a
single PC is not recommended, as communication may not be reliable. Use
GPIB interface for multiple power source control.
LAN Interface: Option –LAN. When the LAN interface is installed, the RS232 interface is disabled.
RJ45 Connector, 10BaseT, 100BaseT or 1000BaseT,
Data transfer rate: 460,800 bps
Protocol: TCP/IP.
Syntax: IEEE 488.2 and SCP
Note: Disconnect any USB connection when using the LAN interface.
Current Limit Modes: Two selectable modes of operation:
1. Constant current mode (voltage folds back with automatic recovery)
2. Constant voltage mode with trip-off (Relays open).
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Parameter
Specification
2.1.7 Unit Protection
Input Over current: In-line fast acting fuses. Check fuse rating in Service and Maintenance section.
Ratings will depend on AC input configuration settings.
Circuit breaker for LV supply.
Input Over voltage: Automatic shutdown.
Input Over voltage
Transients:
Output Over current: Adjustable level constant current mode with programmable set point.
Output Short Circuit: Peak and RMS current limit.
Over temperature: Automatic shutdown.
Surge protection to withstand EN50082-1 (IEC 801-4, 5) levels.
2.2 Mechanical
Dimensions:
(for each RS chassis)
Unit Weight:
(for each RS chassis)
Material: Steel chassis with aluminum panels and covers.
Finish: Light textured painted external surfaces.
Cooling: Fan cooled with air intake on the front and exhaust to the rear.
Internal Construction: Modular sub assemblies.
Rear Panel
Connections:
Height: 74.5” 1892.3 mm
Width: 30.3” 769.6 mm
Depth: 38.3” 972.8 mm
Net: 2150 lbs / 975 Kg approximately
2475 lbs / 1123 Kg approximately including –AV option
Shipping: 2450 lbs / 1111 Kg approximately
2775 lbs / 1258 Kg approximately including –AV option
Panels semi-gloss polyurethane color no. 26440 (medium gray)
Fans: 14 x 225CFM.
Air displacement 50 Cu Ft/sec. Max.
(See section 3 for description of connections)
• Cable entry and strain relieve for AC input wiring
• Cable entry and strain relieve for output wiring
• External sense terminal block (Remote voltage sense)
• System interface (2x)
• Clock and Lock BNC's (requires -LKM or -LKS options)
• RS232, USB, GPIB, LAN (option)
• Trigger In BNC
• Trigger Out BNC
• Function Strobe BNC
• Output Status
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Parameter
Specification
Controls:
2.3 Environmental
Operating Temp:
Storage Temp:
Altitude: < 2000 meters
Relative Humidity:
Installation/Over voltage
Category:
Pollution Degree: 2
Indoor Use Only
Vibration: Designed to meet NSTA 1A transportation levels.
Shock: Designed to meet NSTA 1A transportation levels.
2.4 Regulatory
Electromagnetic
Emissions and Immunity:
Acoustic Noise: TBD 75 dBA maximum at 0% to 50% load, 80 dBA maximum greater than 50%
Safety: Designed to EN 61010-1 European safety standards as required for the “CE”
0° to +35° C. (Except in CP mode).
+32° to +104° F.
-40° to +85 °C.
-40° to +185° F.
0-95 % RAH, non-condensing maximum for temperatures up to 31°C
decreasing linearly to 50% at 40°C.
ΙΙ
Designed to meet EN50081-2 and EN50082-2 European Emissions and
Immunity standards as required for the “CE” mark.
load to 100% load. Measured at one meter.
mark.
2.5 Front Panel Controls
Shuttle knob: Allows continuous change of all values including output calibration and range
Decimal keypad: A conventional decimal keypad facilitates quick entry of numerical values such
Up/down arrow keys: A set of up and down arrow keys is used to move the cursor position in all
Function keys: Measure key will display most measurement values. Program key will show all
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as voltage, current limit, etc. The large blue enter key will make the value you
enter effective. Using the SET key allows the user to preset all parameter
values and update them all at once by pressing the Enter key.
menus. This allows quick selection of the desired function or parameter.
program parameters. Output on/off key for output relay control. Phase key will
switch display to show program and measured values for each phase.
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Displays:
Controller Features
Firmware / Software Options
LCD graphics display: A large high contrast LCD display with backlight provides easy to read
guidance through all setup operations. An adjustable viewing angle makes it
easy to read from all practical locations.
Status indicators: Large and bright status indicators inform the user of important power source
conditions. The Remote lamp informs the user that the unit is under remote
control. The Overload lamp indicates that excessive current is being drawn at
the output. The Over temperature lamp illuminates when internal heat sink
temperatures are too high. The Hi Range indicator is lit any time the unit is
switched to the high voltage range. The Output On/Off indicator is on when the
power source output relays are closed.
2.6 Special Features and Options
Parallel Operation: Up to six RS90 units can be paralleled in a three-phase configuration (with one
master controller and one to five auxiliary units). Only the master unit requires
a controller in this setup. The auxiliary units are controlled through the system
interface.
Clock and Lock Mode:
(Option -LKM and -LKS
required).
Controller: Programmable controller front panel assembly.
Output Relay: Standard output relay feature to isolate power source from the load.
Output On/Off: The output relay can be used to quickly disconnect the load. A green status
Three units (all with controllers) can be connected in a three-phase
configuration using CLOCK and LOCK connections. Each unit requires its own
controller in this configuration. One unit acts as the master and provides the
reference clock to the auxiliary units.
Note: This option cannot be combined with –HF option.
indicator displays the status of the output relay.
- 704 Mil Std 704D & E test firmware.
Mil Std 704A, B, C, & F test software (refer to Avionics Software Manual P/N
4994-971 for details).
Note: Requires use of RSGui Windows application software provided on CD
ROM CIC496.
- 160 RTCA/DO-160D test firmware
RTCA/DO-160E test software (refer to Avionics Software Manual P/N 4994-
971 for details)..
Note: Requires use of RSGui Windows application software provided on CD
ROM CIC496.
- 411 IEC 61000-4-11 test firmware (Pre-compliance)
- 413 IEC 61000-4-13 test firmware
-A350 Airbus A350 ABD0100.1.8.1 Test software (refer to Avionics Software Manual
P/N 4994-971 for details)..
Note: Requires use of RSGui Windows application software provided on CD
ROM CIC496.
-ABD Airbus A380 ABD0100.1.8 Test software (refer to Avionics Software Manual
P/N 4994-971 for details)..
Note: Requires use of RSGui Windows application software provided on CD
ROM CIC496.
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Misc. Options
External Accessories
-AMD Airbus AMD24C Test software (refer to Avionics Software Manual P/N 4994971 for details)..
Note: Requires use of RSGui Windows application software provided on CD
ROM CIC496.
-B787 Boeing 787 Test software (refer to Avionics Software Manual P/N 4994-971 for
details)..
Note: Requires use of RSGui Windows application software provided on CD
ROM CIC496.
-WHM Watt Hour Measurements (Accuracy and Resolution. See Sec. 2.6.3.)
- HV Adds 400 V AC only output range.
- XV Adds customer specified AC only output range. Contact factory for details.
-ES Emergency Shut off switch. This option key lock push button is installed on the
-HF Increases maximum output frequency to 905 Hz.
-LAN Adds Ethernet interface (RJ45 connector) for local area network connection..
-LF Limits maximum output frequency to 500 Hz.
-LKM Clock and Lock system, Master. (Not available with –HF option)
-LKS Clock and Lock system, Auxiliary. (Not available with –HF option)
-MB Multi-box Option. Provides additional controllers in Auxiliary units of multi-
-SNK Current Sink Option. Allows application of regenerative loads that feed energy
-FC Frequency control option. When enable, will cause the frequency to step
7003-416-1 Input / Output wiring junction box. Connects two to six three-phase RS90
front panel of the master RS if ordered with the RS system. When pushed in,
the main AC contactor is opened disconnecting the AC input power to the RS
input transformer. Note that the controller (and LCD display) will still be
powered up but no power is available to the amplifiers and there will be no
output power either. The controller runs off the LV supply, which must be
turned off with the front panel breaker.
After the ES has been pushed, the provided key will be required to release it.
Once the ES button has been released, the RS must be powered down using
the front panel circuit breaker and turned back on to start up again.
Note: For multibox RS Systems (RS180 and up with more than one controller
and front panel controls, each of which having an ES emergency switch, to
connect a BNC cable between the cabinets for the ES connection. For 3 or
more cabinets with controller, this BNC can be daisy chained using BNC T
connectors.
Note: Do not misplace the 2 keys provided, as no duplicates are available from
CI. If lost, the ES switch must be replaced. In that case, contact AMETEK
Programmable Power customer service. (service.ppd@ametek.com).
Note: This option cannot be combined with –LKM or -LKS option.
cabinet configurations to allow individual RS90 units to be used stand-alone.
(current, power) back into the RS output stage. The energy fed back is
returned to the AC line (utility) feeding the RS.
±0.25% around the program value.
(External to RS chassis)
cabinet outputs, neutral and ground to a common output terminal block housed
in a metal enclosure junction box. Can also be used to connect multiple RS
chassis to common AC input service. See section 3.12 for details.
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Output Parameter
RS90
RS180
RS270
RS360
RS450
RS540
Modes
Voltage:
Power
Current
Peak Current
Frequency:
2.6.1 -HV Option Specifications
The -HV option provides an AC only output range of 0 to 400 Vac L-N. Specifications unique to
the -HV option are shown in the table below.
Pi Controller AC
Ranges (L-N): 0 -400 V
Resolution: 0.1 V
Accuracy: ± 0.25% of Full Scale / ± 1.0 Vac rms
Output Coupling AC coupled
(total power for all phases, either range, at full scale voltage)
AC Mode 90 KVA
Note: Current, maximum amps per phase available between 50 and 100 % of voltage range.
75 A 150 A 225 A 300 A 375 A 450 A
180 KVA
270 KVA
360 KVA
450 KVA
540 KVA
AC Mode 225 A 450 A 675 A 900 A 1125 A 1350 A
Range: 45 Hz – 819 Hz
with –LF option: 45 Hz – 500 Hz
with –HF option: 45 Hz – 905 Hz (see also –HF option specification.)
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(RMS)
Voltage (RMS)
100
300
75
20
Note: Output specifications apply below the Current / Voltage rating lines shown in the
V/I rating chart below.
Current
75 A
-HV Range
200
Figure 2-5: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart, -HV Option – Max. Rating.
400
Figure 2-6: RS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart, -HV Option – Derated.
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HF Option:
Frequency
Phase
Voltage
2.6.2 -XV Option Specifications
Consult factory for -XV option specifications.
2.6.3 -HF Option Specifications
The -HF option extends the maximum available output frequency from 819 Hz to 905 Hz. Some
restrictions are in effect at this increased output frequency level.
All other specifications of the RS system remain unchanged if this option is installed except as
noted in the table below.
Range: -HF option: 16 Hz - 905 Hz
Resolution: 0.01 Hz < from 16.00 to 81.92 Hz
0.1 Hz > from 82.0 to 819.2 Hz
1 Hz > from 820 to 905 Hz
Accuracy: ± 0.01 %
±0.25 % for the FC option
Accuracy: 16 - 100 Hz: < 1.5°
100 - 500 Hz: < 2°
500 – 819 Hz: < 4°
819 – 905 Hz: < 5°
High Voltage Range Maximum voltage at 905 Hz is 290 Vrms
Maximum frequency at 300 Vrms is 875 Hz
See Figure 2-7
Low Voltage Range Maximum voltage at 905 Hz is 145 Vrms
-HV Voltage Range Maximum voltage at 905 Hz is 386 Vrms
Note: If the voltage or frequency settings shown here are exceeded for
Maximum frequency at 150 Vrms is 875 Hz
See Figure 2-8.
Maximum frequency at 400 Vrms is 875 Hz .
any length of time (> 1 sec), the RS may shut down generating an over
temperature fault to protect itself.
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Figure 2-7: -HF Option Voltage Frequency Rating 300V range
Figure 2-8: -HF Option Voltage Frequency Rating 150V range
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2.6.4 -LF Option Specifications
The -LF option limits the maximum available output frequency to 500 Hz. All other specifications
of the RS90 system remain unchanged if this option is installed.
2.6.5 WHM Option Specifications
Watt-hour measurement mode:
Accuracy:
0-6.000KW 0.01KWH + 0.1% <100 Hz
0.02KWH +0.1% 100-819 Hz
>6.000KW Times three of the above specification
Resolution:
0.001 KWH
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SNK Option:
Frequency
Phase
Voltage
Power
Measurements
2.6.6 SNK Option Specifications
The –SNK or current sink option enables the RS power source to sink current from the unit
under test. This mode of operation is particularly useful when testing grid-tied products that feed
energy back onto the grid. The ability of the RS to simulate the grid provides unique
opportunities to test the EUT for compatibility to commonly occurring line anomalies like voltage
and/or frequency fluctuations. Examples of these types of EUT are inverters (PV Solar, Wind)
hybrid drive systems, regenerative breaks.
The SNK option requires special amplifiers that have a different control loop from the standard
RS amplifiers. Consequently, the upper frequency limit of an RS configured with the –SNK
option is 500Hz as opposed to the standard 819Hz. Also, the voltage distortion levels are slightly
higher than on RS units without this option.
Range: -HF option: 16 Hz - 500 Hz
Resolution: 0.01 Hz < from 16.00 to 81.92 Hz
Accuracy: ± 0.01 %
0.1 Hz > from 82.0 to 500.0 Hz
±0.25 % for the FC option
Accuracy: 16 - 100 Hz: < 1.5°
100 - 500 Hz: < 2°
Distortion THD1:
(Resistive full load)
Capability Full power can be returned into RS as long as current does not exceed
Without –SNK option RS units without the SNK will generate a warning message (Error 31) if
Power Regenerated power is displayed with a negative sign to indicate direction
< 1 % @ 16 - 66 Hz
< 2 % @ 66 - 500 Hz
maximum current limit setting for selected range. See REGENERATE
CONTROL screen for protection settings in REGEN mode.
power is regenerated by the load. If back driving continues, the RS will
shut off (Error 32).
of power flow.
All other specifications of the RS system remain unchanged if this option is installed.
1
The distortion specification for the RS Series is valid for pure (inductance < 12 uH) resistive load conditions and
using a 30 KHz LP filter on distortion meter.
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Output Parameter
RS90
– RS540
Voltage:
Frequency:
Current:
2.7 Supplemental Specifications
Supplemental specifications are not warranted and generally reflect typical performance
characteristics. These characteristics have been checked on a type test basis only and are not
verified on each unit shipped. They are provided for reference only.
2.7.1 Output
Slew rate: > 0.5 V/micro sec
Stability: 0.25 % over 24 hour period at constant line, load and temperature.
Settling time: < 0.5 msec
Temperature
coefficient:
Stability:
Constant Power
Mode:
2.7.2 Acoustic Noise Levels
Acoustic Noise: Measured at a distance of one meter. (3 ft.)
Front 63 dBA at no load to 68 dBA at full load. (TBD verify)
Back 65 dBA at no load to 72 dBA at full load (TBD verify)
± 5ppm per degree C
± 15 ppm per year
Operation at higher currents but constant power is possible from 80% of
Voltage range (125% of max. current) declining to 100% of maximum current
at 100 % of voltage range for short periods of time or at reduced ambient
temperatures. (< 15 mins @ 30° C). See Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-4.
Note: This mode requires firmware revision 0.27 or higher.
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3. Unpacking and Installation
3.1 Unpacking
Inspect the unit for any possible shipping damage immediately upon receipt. If damage is
evident, notify the carrier. DO NOT return an instrument to the factory without prior approval.
Do not destroy the packing container until the unit has been inspected for damage in shipment.
If possible, retain the container (wooden crate) in the event the system ever has to be returned
to the factory for either repair or upgrades
WARNING: This power source weighs approximately 2150 lbs / 975
2475 lbs / 1123 Kg
location (floor) in which the RS Series unit(s) will be installed can support the weight
of the unit(s).
3.2 Power Requirements
The RS Series power Source has been designed to operate from a three-phase, three wire (Wye
or Delta) AC input line. A protective earth connection is required as well. (PE).
Available three-phase input settings are 208 V
(option -400), or 480 V
LL
Kg approximately
. Obtain adequate help when moving the unit. Make sure the
(option -208), 230 V
LL
(option -230), 400 V
LL
(option -480).
LL
Figure 3-1: RS90 Power Source Photo
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CAUTION: Do not connect 400 or 480V into a unit set for 208 or 230V unit, the result
could be a severely damaged unit. Always check the input rating on the model
number tag before connecting AC input power. Consult factory if input settings have
to be changed.
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3.3 Mechanical Installation
The RS's are completely self-contained power sources. They are to be used free standing on a
solid surface. The units are fan cooled, drawing air in from the front and exhausting at the rear.
The front and back of each unit must be kept clear of obstruction and a 6” clearance must be
maintained to the rear. Special consideration of overall airflow characteristics and the resultant
internal heat rise must be considered at all times to avoid self heating and over temperature
problems.
3.4 AC Input Connections and Wiring
Three-phase Delta or Y AC input voltage of sufficient amperage (consult AC input specifications
for maximum AC current per phase) is required to power the RS Series.
Note: AC power should be routed through a properly sized and rated three-phase
PROTECTIVE CIRCUIT BREAKER or similar branch circuit protection device with
disconnect capability. This will protect building wiring and other circuits from
possible damage or shutdown in case of a system problem. It will also facilitate
removing AC input power to the RS system in case of service or reconfiguration
requirements.
Note: AC input wiring and connections must conform to local electrical safety codes
that apply. Always consult a qualified electrician prior to installation of any RS
System.
AC input connections are to be made directly to the input fuse block. The input fuse block is
located on the lower left hand corner of the front of the RS chassis. To access the input fuse
connection block, the protective front cover needs to be removed first.
CAUTION: Always disconnect any input power completely when removing
any protective cover and allow the internal capacitors to fully discharge
(minimum of 15 mins) before removing any cover.) See Figure 3-2 for details.
No wiring for AC input connections is provided with the RS Series and must be provided by the end user or installer.
Input wiring should be entered through the right hand side (when facing the back of the RS cabinet, see
) wire access opening located at the rear bottom of the RS chassis. A wire channel (marked as [2] in
figure below) is provided below the input transformer to allow the input wiring to be routed to the front of
the unit where the connections are to be made.
WARNING: The power source's input connection wiring gage (size)
must be sized for the maximum input current rating to ensure user safety and
avoid possible power source damage, regardless of the actual output load.
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fuses location
AC Line input
TB3
CHASSIS
GND
TB1B
CHASSIS
GND
TB1A
Figure 3-2: Location of AC Input Connection Block (TB3) and Chassis Ground Connection
Note: To comply with product safety requirements, EARTH GROUND must be
connected to the chassis of the AC power system using the ground stud located
directly below the AC input fuse block. Use a Green/Yellow ground wire.
Note: DO NOT USE THE NEUTRAL CONNECTION OF A 3 PHASE Y AC POWER
CONNECTION IN PLACE OF A TRUE EARTH GROUND CONNECTION. AC power
system neutrals cannot be used for protective earth ground.
The mains source must have a current rating equal to or greater than the input fuses and the
input wiring must be sized to satisfy the applicable electrical codes. All covers must be reinstalled prior to use and the strain relief provisions located at the rear bottom of the unit must be
used to maintain protection against hazardous conditions.
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Figure 3-3: RS Series AC Input Connection Diagram (Rear view)
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RMS
RMS
The input power cables and protective circuit breaker used must be large enough to handle the
input current and input voltage of the power source and must conform to local electrical codes.
Consult a qualified electrician prior to installation. Table 3-1 shows the size of the cables that
may be used per RS cabinet. Note that wires must be sized to accommodate the worst-case
maximum current that may occur under low line conditions. Local electrical codes may also
require different wire types and sizes. These ratings should also be used when selecting a
circuit breaker or equivalent disconnect device.
Cable lengths must not exceed twenty-five (25) feet. For lengths greater than 25 feet, calculate
the voltage drop from the following formula:
2 X DISTANCE X CABLE RESISTANCE PER FT. X CURRENT = VOLT DROP
Table 3-1: Suggested Input Wiring Sizes for each RS Cabinet *
Nominal Line
Voltage
480 V 150 A
400 V 180 A
230 V 314 A
208 V 350 A
Load Current
@ low line
2 AWG 66.4 33.6
1 AWG 83.7 42.4
3/0 AWG 168.0 85.0
4/0 AWG 212.0 107.0
Wire Gauge (US) Circular Mils
(Kcmils)
Metric (mm2)
* Data shown for use of high temperature (100° C) rated stranded copper wire, unbundled and not
installed in conduit. Adjust wire gauge for Aluminum wire type. Always consult the National Electrical
Code and/or local code regulations for proper rating and size of wire cabling prior to installation.
CAUTION: Capacitors in the power source may hold a hazardous electrical charge
even if the power source has been disconnected from the mains supply. Allow
capacitors to discharge to a safe voltage before touching exposed pins of mains
supply connectors.
Power modules need at least 15 Minutes to discharge to safe levels before they can
be removed.
3.5 AC On/Off Circuit Breaker on RS Series front panel.
It is important to understand the purpose and operation of the On/Off circuit breaker of the RS
Series located on the lower left side of the front panel. This is a 2A rated breaker that is used to
engage and protect the two LV Power supplies of the RS chassis only. The LV Power supplies
provides DC bias power to the entire RS system. The AC input power is routed through a set of
three AC line fuses (F1, F2 and F3) located in the lower rear left bottom corner of the RS. (See
Figure 3-2 for fuse locations). These fuses protect the three RS amplifiers and the AC input
transformer from excessive input currents. The AC input power is connected to the input
transformer through a large three-pole contactor. Removing AC power to the LV Power Supply
by opening the front panel circuit breaker (moving the lever to the down (OFF) position) will
cause this contactor to loose its coil voltage and will result in it opening and disconnecting the
input transformer and amplifier from AC mains input.
Note: If any RS system failure has occurred on any part of the RS system, AC input
power must be removed immediately and not restored until the system has been
inspected by a qualifier service technician.
Always turn off the On/Off Circuit breaker before re-applying AC input power.
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CAUTION: The AC input fuses can only be checked is the RS unit is completely
de-energized and disconnected from any AC power input.
Note: Under no circumstances should AC input power be applied if one or more of the
AC input line fuses have failed and opened up.
TB2 EXT. SENSE
Input and Output
Wiring Feed-throughs
and Strain reliefs.
Figure 3-4: Rear Panel – External Sense connector location.
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Output Connections
3.5.1 Output Wiring
The output terminal blocks, TB1A and TB1B are located at the lower rear of the unit behind the
bottom access panel. See Figure 3-2 for details.
Three phase output line connections are made to terminal block TB1A. The phase outputs are
labeled A, B and C. The neutral connection (if needed) can be made on terminal block TB1B.
The neutral connection is always required to connect Y loads or for connecting a single phase
load to Phase A only.
The external sense inputs allow the power system output voltages to be monitored directly at the
load and must be connected at TB2 when the sense is programmed for external. The external
sense input does not have to be connected when Internal Sense is programmed. The external
sense wires are to be connected to TB2 on the rear panel and should be run using a twisted
shielded cable. See Figure 3-4 for location of TB2 and Figure 3-5 for shield connection detail.
Note: For External Sense connection, a shielded cable MUST be used with the shield
connected to chassis ground at the Ext. Sense connector. (See Figure 3-5).
External sense is recommended for multi-cabinet systems is the output wiring from the cabinets
to the common output terminal block supplied is not of equal length.
Figure 3-5: External sense cable shield connection to chassis ground
Note: The output of the power source is isolated from the input line and floating with
respect to chassis ground. If needed, either side (HI or LO) may be grounded.
If the EUT changes frequently, you may want to consider using some quick disconnect scheme
external to the RS so it will not be necessary to power down the RS and remove the front
covers. This can take the form of a panel-mounted socket (1 or 3 phase) of sufficient current
and voltage rating. (Not supplied with RS)
The output power cables must be large enough to prevent a total voltage drop exceeding 1% of
the rated output voltage between the power source and the load. Table 3-2 shows the size of
the cables that may be used. Note that wires must be sized to accommodate the maximum
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current that is available. This may be a function of the voltage range and phase mode on some
RS models. If the RS has more than one output voltage range, size the wires for the lowest
available voltage range as the currents will be highest in that range.
Cable lengths must not exceed twenty-five (25) feet. For lengths greater than 25 feet, calculate
the voltage drop from the following formula:
2 X DISTANCE X CABLE RESISTANCE PER FT. X CURRENT = VOLT DROP
Table 3-2: Suggested Output Wiring Sizes*
Load Current Wire Gauge (US) Circular Mils
Metric (mm2)
(kcmils)
65 AMPS 8 AWG 16.5 8.37
130 AMPS 4 AWG 41.7 21.2
260 AMPS 2/0 AWG 133.0 67.4
400 AMPS 4/0 AWG 212.0 107.0
* Data shown for use of high temperature (100° C) rated stranded copper wire, unbundled and
not installed in conduit. Adjust wire gauge for Aluminum wire type.
Note: Use high temperature rated wire. Always consult the National Electrical Code
and/or local code regulations for proper rating and size of wire cabling prior to
installation.
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Output Terminal Blocks
The RS90 has two output terminal blocks, TB1A and TB1B. The terminal blocks are large
enough to accommodate the recommended wire gauge sizes shown in Table 3-2. The terminal
blocks are located in the lower right corner on the back of the unit when facing the rear. The rear
access panel at the bottom of the chassis needs to be removed to access these terminal blocks.
CAUTION: REMOVE ALL INPUT POWER TO THE RS BEFORE REMOVING
THE REAR ACCESS PANEL.
The correct standard size Allen wrenches for connecting output wiring to TB1A and/or TB1B are
supplied with each RS in the ship kit. Look for a brown envelope. If the correct tools cannot be
found, contact AMETEK Programmable Power customer service at service.ppd@ametek.com.
Terminal block TB1B provides the output neutral connection of the three phase WYE output.
Phase A, B and C outputs are provided trough terminals 1, 2 and 3 of TB1A respectively.
Connector Terminal Mode Output
TB1A 1 3 Phase Phase A
2 3 Phase Phase B
3 3 Phase Phase C
TB1B 1 - 4 3 Phase Neutral
Table 3-3: Output Terminal connections.
TB1B
TB1A
CHASSIS
GND
Figure 3-6: Location of Output Terminals (Rear view)
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3.5.2 Output Wiring Diagram
Figure 3-7 shows the required output wiring connections for a RS90 (rear panel view).
Always disconnect all input power from the RS before removing the rear terminal block access
panel. Route the load wires through the strain relief clamps. Depending on wire size required, it
may be necessary to use two strain relief holes with 2 wires through each as shown.
Figure 3-7: RS90 Output Wiring (Rear panel view)
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3.5.3 RS180 Parallel Output Wiring Diagram
Figure 3-8 shows the required output connections for a RS180 dual chassis parallel mode output configuration (rear view). Always
disconnect all input power from the RS90 before removing the rear panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal
connections. RS180 systems are shipped with external output terminal blocks that enable the output wiring from two chassis to be
combined, providing a single point of connection to the EUT. These blocks must be installed in a suitable safety enclosure. It is important
to match the length of the output wiring to the common output terminal block to ensure current sharing between the two RS90 power
supplies. Additional RS90’s can be paralleled in the same way to create higher power configurations.
Figure 3-8: RS180 or RS180-MB Output Wiring (Rear view)
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3.5.4 RS180 Clock and Lock Output Wiring Diagram
Figure 3-9 shows the required output connections for a RS90 Clock and Lock six phase output configuration (rear view). Always
disconnect all input power from the RS90 before removing the rear panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal
connections. Clock and Lock systems can NOT be paralleled like a RS180 parallel system. Instead, they provide dual phase
synchronized 3 phase power sources with the auxiliary unit frequency and phase locked to the master power source.
Figure 3-9: Two RS90's in Clock and Lock mode Output Wiring (Rear view)
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3.5.5 Multi-Chassis Output Connections
If two or more RS chassis are used to form a single power system, the outputs of all chassis
need to be combined (paralleled by phase). This can be done directly at the EUT if convenient
or using the provided heavy-duty terminal blocks. Two blocks are provided with multi-chassis
RS180 systems, one 2-position block and one 3-position block. These blocks allow up to four
wires to be combined into one larger wire gauge size wire. The outputs of the 2 or 3 RS chassis
are connected on one side of these blocks (Phase A,B and C into the 3 position terminal and the
neutral into the 2 position terminal.). The EUT can be connected to the other side. Note that the
wire size to the EUT should be sized up to accommodate the double or triple currents per phase.
TBD The dimensions of the supplied terminal blocks are shown in Figure 3-10.
Note that even if the EUT is a three-phase delta input, the output neutrals of the RS chassis'
must be connected together for the system to work correctly.
Figure 3-10: Ship kit Terminal Block dimensions TBD adjust
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3.6 Connectors - Rear Panel
A number of connectors are located along the center rear panel. These connectors are in a
recessed area to protect them from shipment damage.
3.6.1 System Interface
WARNING: The system interface connectors are for use with AMETEK Programmable
Power supplied cables, and only between California Instruments equipment.
The Clock and Lock BNC connectors located on the rear panel are used to synchronize and
control the phase shift between the three outputs when 3 units are operating as a three-phase
clock and lock system. This mode of operation requires the -LKM (on Master unit) and -LKS (on
Auxiliary units) options. See paragraph 3.9 for more information on this mode of operation.
A set of two identical System Interface connectors, P8 and P9 ( TBD ) is located on the rear
panel of each RS chassis. The system interface is used to connect the multiple RS90 power
sources in a Master/Auxiliary configuration to create RS180 through RS540 models. In these
configurations, only the Master RS90 power source has a built-in controller and front panel
unless the Multi-box option (-MB) was specified at the of order. On –MB systems, two or more
than RS90 chassis has a controller allowing reconfiguration into smaller power systems.
The same connector is also used to control the optional OMNI-3-75 Reference Impedance.
P8 / P9 Description
1 OUTP: Output ON. Controls state of output relay
2 N/C
3 N/C
4 N/C
5 COM: Common. Signal return.
6 OT: Over temperature. Indicates over temperature condition.
7 N/C
8 CLB: Current Limit B. Programmed current limit reference for phase B
9 CSA: Current Sum Phase A
10 CSC: Current Sum Phase C
11 FLT A: Amplifier Fault Phase A
12 FLT C: Amplifier Fault Phase C
13 XFMR: Optional voltage range select. (-HV or -XV option)
14 PARALLEL: Parallel operation control.
15 INPUT ON: Input power status
16 A ERR LO: Error Signal Phase A, low
17 B ERR HI: Error Signal Phase B, high
18 N/C
19 C ERR LO: Error Signal Phase C, Low
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P8 / P9 Description
20 300 VRNG: 300 V AC Range Select
21 COM: Common. Signal return.
22 /REM OFF: Remote Off Control not
23 COM: Common. Signal return
24 FLK/BYP: Flicker / Bypass OMNI control
25 /OVL: Overload not
26 CLA: Current Limit A. Programmed current limit reference for phase A
27 CLC: Current Limit C. Programmed current limit reference for phase C
28 CSB: Current Sum Phase B.
29 N/C
30 FLT B: Amplifier Fault Phase B
31 N/C
32 DC: DC mode control
33 INP OFF: Input power control
34 A ERR HI: Error Signal Phase A, high
35 N/C
36 B ERR LO: Error Signal Phase B, low
37 C ERR HI: Error Signal Phase C, high
3.6.2 Analog Input Connector
Input screw-terminal strip. Functions are called out on rear panel decal. Table shows
connections from left to right when standing at the rear of the RS cabinet.
Pin Description
1 RPV HI. INPUT: Analog input for External Modulation
2 RPV Lo. INPUT: return.
3 EXT SYNC HI INPUT: Analog input for external sync mode.
4 EXT SYNC Lo INPUT: return.
5 RI: INPUT: Remote Inhibit. (See paragraph 3.11.)
6 RI: INPUT: return.
Table 3-4: System Interface Connectors
Table 3-5: Analog Interface Connector
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3.6.3 BNC Connectors
BNC connectors. Functions are called out on rear panel decal. Table shows connections from
left to right when standing at the rear of the RS cabinet.
Table 3-6: BNC Connectors
BNC Description
1 Trigger Input (TTL input)
2 Trigger Output (TTL output) (Same signal connection as Function Strobe. Some units
may not have this output connected. If you don’t get an output trigger on this BNC, use
the Function Strobe BNC instead.)
3 Function Strobe (TTL output) (Same signal connection as Trigger Output)
4 Clock (TTL output on Master / TTL input on Auxiliary)
5 Lock (TTL output on Master / TTL input on Auxiliary)
6 Emergency Shut off inter connect. Installed only on –MB systems with –ES Option.
Table 3-7: BNC Connectors
3.6.4 External Sense Connector
Pin Description
1 Phase A sense
2 Phase B sense
3 Phase C sense
4 Neutral sense
Table 3-8: External Sense Connector
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3.6.5 RS232C Serial Interface Connector
An RS232 serial interface connector is located on the rear panel on all models.
Pin Name Direction
1 N/C
2 TxD Output
3 RxD Input
4 N/C
5 Common Common
6 N/C
7 CTS Input
8 RTS Output
9 N/C
Table 3-9: RS232 Connector pin out – RS with RS232 and USB.
The RS models RS232 interface use a straight through DB9 male to DB9 female serial cable,
which is supplied in the RS ship kit for these models.
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Pin Name
Description
3.6.6 USB Interface
A standard USB Series B device connector is located on the rear panel for remote control. A
standard USB cable between the AC Source and a PC or USB Hub may be used.
Note: Use of the USB port to control more than one power source from a single PC is
not recommended, as communication may not be reliable. Use GPIB interface for
multiple power source control.
Figure 3-11: USB Connector pin orientation.
1 VBUS +5 VDC
2 D- Data -
3 D+ Data +
4 GND Ground
Table 3-10: USB Connector pin out.
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Pin Ethernet TPE
EIA/TIA 568A
EIA/TIA 568B
5 Transmit/Receive Data
2 -
White with blue stripe
White with blue stripe
solid brown.
solid brown
3.6.7 LAN Interface – RJ45
An optional RJ45 Ethernet 10BaseT connector is located on the rear panel for remote control. A
standard RJ45 UTP patch cord between the AC Source and a network Hub may be used to
connect the AC source to a LAN. For direct connection to a PC LAN card, a crossover RJ45
cable is required. Consult your network administrator for directions on connecting the AC source
to any corporate LAN.
If the –LAN Ethernet interface option is present, the MAC Address (Media Access Control) of the
Ethernet port is printed on the serial tag of the power source. The serial tag is located on the
rear panel of the unit.
For information on how to set up a network connection or a direct PC connection using the LAN
interface, refer to the RS Series Programming Manual P/N 7003-961 distributed in Adobe PDF
format on CD ROM CIC496.
LAN
10BaseT/100BastT/1000BaseT
1 Transmit/Receive Data 0 + White with green stripe White with orange stripe
2 Transmit/Receive Data 0 - Green with white stripe or
solid green
3 Transmit/Receive Data 1 + White with orange stripe White with green stripe
4 Transmit/Receive Data 2 + Blue with white stripe or
solid blue
6 Transmit/Receive Data 1 - Orange with white stripe
or solid orange
7 Transmit/Receive Data 3 + White with brown stripe or
solid brown
8 Transmit/Receive Data 3 - Brown with white stripe or
Table 3-11: RJ45 LAN Connector pin out.
Crossover
Orange with white stripe or
solid orange
Blue with white stripe or
solid blue
Green with white stripe or
solid
White with brown stripe or
solid brown
Brown with white stripe or
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3.6.8 ES Option - Emergency Switch Interconnect for –MB systems – BNC
An optional BNC connector is located on the rear panel for connecting multiple chassis, each
having a controller and an emergency shut off switch (-ES option). This connection is required
to create an OR-ed operation of more than one –ES switch.
This connector is only present on RS-MB systems with the –ES option. If present, a suitable
BNC cable should be used to connect the emergency shut off signal between chassis. This
connector is labeled as follows:
"Caution: BNC cable must be connected for system Emergency Shut-Down"
See figure below for an illustration of a RS180-MB-ES interconnect.
Figure 3-12: Emergency Switch (ES Option) shut off inter connect on -MB systems.
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3.7 Multiple Cabinet System Configurations (incl. –MB)
Multi-cabinet RS models consist of one master and one to four autonomous or Auxiliary RS90
units. Auxiliary units do not have their own controller and are identified easily by their blank front
panel (except for status indicator LEDs). Master units each have their own controller but can be
configured as auxiliary units by disconnecting the ribbon cable marked J17 between the
controller and the system interface board (P/N 7003-700-1 or P/N 7003-715-1). This disables the
controller and allows the RS90 to operate as an Auxiliary unit. (Requires removal of the rear
panel panel). See section 4.2.11.5 for information on setting the SYSTEM field in the
configuration menu when changing configurations on RS systems with the –MB (Multi-box)
option.
When used as a multi-cabinet system for higher power applications, the controllers in the unit(s)
acting as the auxiliary to the master are either disabled or not present. For normal system
configurations such as RS180-3Pi, the auxiliary unit will not have a controller or front panel and
will have been factory configured for auxiliary operation.
For –MB systems such as RS180-3Pi-MB, the controller in the auxiliary unit must be disabled
using S1. The SYSTEM field in the master unit controllers CONFIGURATION SETUP 3 screen
must be set to the correct system configuration setting as well. The SYSTEM field for the
controller in the auxiliary unit must be set to AUX if it is used as an auxiliary unit. See section
4.2.11.5.
Note: New SYSTEM field configuration settings do not take effect until power is cycled.
In addition to disabling the controller if present (as described above), the DIP switch (S1) located
on the GPIB / RS232C / USB / IO assembly in the auxiliary cabinets. (Requires removal of the
rear panel). The correct switch settings are shown below. (shown set for Master cabinet). Note
that all units must be powered down before reconfiguring. Also, the output wiring must be
changed to accommodate the new configuration.
Note: If the units being re-configured for multi-cabinet operation were not factory
configured this way, it may be necessary to balance the amplifiers by adjusting
their gain. Refer to section 6.4 for details on Amplifier balancing.
When used as a multi-cabinet system, the system interface cables must be connected between
the master and the auxiliary cabinets.
Note: If the –MB system has the –ES emergency shut off switch option, it is required to
connect the ES BNC’s between master chassis. See section 3.6.8.
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Top View
from back of MX
chassis
Interface Board
Detail
view
S1
DIP S1
MASTER
AUX
1 2 3 4
SINGLE-CAB
MULTI-CAB
MODE
Figure 3-13: Multi-Cabinet DIP Switch Location and Setting - TBD
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3.8 Multiple Cabinet Power Up/Down Procedures
For all multi-cabinet RS Series configurations (RS180 through RS540), the following Power Up
(Turn on) and Power Down (Turn off) procedures should be observed.
3.8.1 Power Up Procedure
Follow these steps:
1. Turn on each of the Auxiliary units using the front panel circuit breaker, one at a time.
The exact order for turning on the auxiliary units is not important. Note that the bias
supplies of each of the auxiliary cabinets will power up but not the actual amplifiers. This
is because the auxiliary units are waiting for the turn on signal from the master unit.
2. Once all auxiliary units are on, turn on the MASTER unit LAST using the front panel
circuit breaker. The master unit will go through an initialization process and power up
itself plus the auxiliary units.
3. Allow 20 to 30 seconds for the turn on sequence to complete before attempting to
communicate with the system.
3.8.2 Power Down Procedure
The power-down / shutdown sequence for the system is the reverse of the power-up / turn-on
sequence. This means the MASTER unit is turned off FIRST. Once the MASTER shuts down,
all auxiliary units’ main AC input power contactors will open up automatically. They still need to
be turned off individually using the front panel circuit breaker. This will shut down their bias
supplies as well.
Follow these steps:
1. Disconnect the EUT by opening the RS output relay. Use the Output On/Off button on
the master unit front panel or send the “OUTPUT 0” command over the bus to do so.
2. Turn off the MASTER unit FIRST using the front panel circuit breaker. The master unit
will disengage the main AC power input contactors of all auxiliary units at this time.
3. Next, turn off each of the Auxiliary units using the front panel circuit breaker, one at a
time. The exact order for turning off the auxiliary units is not important.
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CONFIGURATION 2
3.9 Clock and Lock Configurations
The RS Series may optionally be equipped for clock and lock mode of operation. This mode is a
special form of Master/Auxiliary, which requires each chassis to have its controller. As such, it is
possible to create 3, 6 or 9 phase power systems using 2 to 3 RS chassis. For most
applications, the normal multi-box parallel mode of operation as described in section 3.7 is most
common as it provides a single controller (and GPIB/RS232 control interface).
In a clock and lock configuration, each unit has its own front panel controls (as well as individual
GPIB, RS232C, USB or LAN interfaces) for operating the supply but the output frequency and
phase of the auxiliary unit(s) (-LKS option) is synchronized (locked) tot he Master RS unit (LKM). Despite this phase lock mode of operation, the outputs of two clock and locked RS
systems cannot be paralleled. Use normal multi-box parallel mode instead for application
requiring more power than a single RS90 can provide.
This mode of operation requires that one RS has the -LKM (Lock Master) option and one or two
RS units have the -LKS (Lock auxiliary) option.
3.9.1 Clock/Lock Configuration Settings
Clock and lock configuration. settings for -LKM and -LKS equipped RS's are set at the factory at
the time of shipment and cannot be changed. To check the configuration settings for an RS,
select the UTILITY2, CONFIGURATION screen. In the configuration screen, the CLK/LOC entry
determines if the unit is a Master or Auxiliary as follows:
Field
CLK/LOC N/A Stand alone RS or RS-LKM clock and lock
ON Auxiliary RS.
Note that the actual mode of operation of a Clock/Lock RS-LKM auxiliary unit is determined by
the Clock mode set in the PROGRAM2 screen. For clock and lock mode of operation, the
master is set to INT and the Auxiliary to EXT.
Parameter
Table 3-12: Clock and Lock Configuration settings
Description
master.
Frequency mode is set to either INT (internal
= default) or SYNC (external sync).
Frequency mode selection is INT (internal =
for stand alone use) or EXT (external for
Clock and Lock mode operation.)
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INITIAL SETUP 3
3.9.2 Clock/Lock Initialization Settings
The mode of operation of the RS-LKS auxiliary unit is determined by the Clock mode set in the
PROGRAM2 screen. Since most clock and lock systems are permanently used in this
configuration, the clock mode can be set to EXT (External) at power on by using the INITIAL
SETUP3 screen.
Available initial settings and their relationship to the Clock and Lock mode of operation are
shown in the table below.
Field
Parameter
Description
CLK/LOC STAND Normal stand alone mode of operation. For
standard RS power source with no clock and
lock mode of operation.
MASTER For master (-LKM) power source in clock and
lock mode of operation.
AUX For auxiliary (-LKS) power source in clock and
lock mode of operation. Powers up with clock
mode set to external.
Table 3-13: Clock and Lock Initialization settings
3.9.3 Clock/Lock and External Sync Mode
Note that an RS-LKM auxiliary unit is factory configured to operate in Clock and Lock mode
when EXT clock mode is selected in the PROGRAM2 screen. This means that a RS-LKS
cannot be used in normal external sync mode. However, the RS-LKM master unit can be
operated in external sync mode. Note: External sync mode not available with the FC option
Furthermore, since the RS-LKM master unit is factory set for Master mode of operation, it in turn
cannot be used as an Auxiliary source in a clock and lock configuration.
3.9.4 Remote Programming of Clock and Lock systems
Since clock and lock systems have multiple autonomous controllers that are synchronized in
frequency, remote programming of these systems requires that the application program deals
with all RS controllers. This often precludes the use of RS232C as generally not enough serial
ports are available. The use of GPIB instead also offers the advantage of using the Group
Execute Trigger (GET) capability to effect output changes on all phases (RS's) simultaneously
which is otherwise difficult to do.
To set up a GPIB remote controlled clock and lock systems, the GPIB addresses for the
individual RS's must be set to different address values in the UTILITY1, GPIB/RS232 SETUP
screen.
Note: This mode of operation is not supported by the RSGUI Windows software
supplied with each RS unit.
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3.10 Basic Initial Functional Test
CAUTION: Work carefully when performing these tests; hazardous voltages
are present on the input and output during this test.
Refer to Figure 3-14 for the required functional test set up. Proceed as follows to perform a basic
function check of the power system:
1. Verify the correct AC line input rating on the nameplate of the RS unit(s) and make sure the
correct three-phase line voltage is wired to the input of the RS before applying input power.
2. Connect a suitable resistive or other type load to the output of the RS. The load resistance
value will depend on the voltage range you plan to check. Make sure the power resistor has
sufficient power dissipation capability - up to 30 KW for full load test on one phase of RS903Pi - and that the load used does not exceed the maximum power rating of the RS. For
three phase configurations, this test can be performed on one phase at a time if needed.
3. Connect an oscilloscope and DMM / voltmeter to the AC source output. Set both for AC
mode.
4. If the correct voltage is present, turn on the RS unit(s) by closing the On/Off circuit breaker
on the front panel. For multi-cabinet systems, turn on the auxiliary unit first and wait for
them to cycle on, then turn on the master unit.
5. If the RS has more than one available output voltage range, go to the PROGRAM 1 screen
and select the desired voltage range. The output mode can be set from the PROGRAM 2
screen (use the MORE soft key or press the PROGR function key again). Select AC mode.
6. Set the output voltage to 0 volt and close the output relay with the OUTPUT ON/OFF button.
There should be little or no output although the DMM may show a noise level, especially if
the DMM is in auto ranging mode.
7. Move the cursor to the VOLTAGE field in the PROGRAM 1 screen and either use the
keyboard to program a small voltage (20 VAC) or slew the voltage up slowly with the knob.
Observe the DMM reading. The reading should track the programmed voltage.
8. Also monitor the scope. The output should be a sinusoidal voltage waveform.
9. If the output tracks, increase the voltage till you reach 80 % of the voltage range or more.
Check the output voltage reading and waveform.
10. Select the MEASUREMENT 1 screen by pressing the MEAS button. The output voltage,
current and power will be displayed. For three phase configurations, use the PHASE button
to select the øABC display mode. This will show the voltage, current and power for all three
phases. If all phases are loaded equally, the same current and power should be visible for
all three unless the voltages are not programmed to the same level. If only one phase is
loaded, current and power will only be shown for the loaded phase.
In the unlikely event the power source does not pass the functional test, refer to the calibration
procedure in Section 6 or call AMETEK Programmable Power customer service department for
further assistance.
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Figure 3-14: Functional Test Setup.
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3.11 Remote Inhibit / Remote Shutdown
It may be necessary to provide a remote shutdown of the AC or DC output of the RS. The
external remote inhibit input may be used for this purpose (RI). This input is also referred to as
remote shutdown.
The default mode of operation for the RI input is a contact closure between pins 5 and 6 (return)
of the rear panel screw-terminal strip. This will open the output relay of the RS.
It is possible to reverse the polarity of the RI input. This requires the use of the following bus
command:
OUTPut:RI[:LEVel] HIGH /* Sets RI polarity to active high.
OUTPut:RI[:LEVel] LOW /* Sets RI polarity to active low (Factory default)
The remote control interface must be used to change this setting. Once set, the polarity setting
remains in effect.
The way the RS responds to a remote inhibit event can be programmed over the remote control
interface using the OUTP:RI:MODE command. See P/N 7003-961 programming manual for
details on changing modes. The mode set is retained at power off and recalled at power up so
stays in effect till changed again over the bus.
The following modes are supported.
MODE OPERATION
LATCHING A TTL low at the RI input latches the output in the
protection shutdown state. This state can only be
cleared by sending a OUTPut:PROTection:CLEar
command over the bus.
LIVE The output state follows the state of the RI input. A TTL
low or contact closure at the RI input turns the output
off; a TTL high or open contact turns the output on.
This mode is equivalent to using the Output On/Off
button on the front panel.
Default mode. Units are shipped in this mode.
OFF The instrument ignores the RI input.
Table 3-14: Remote Inhibit Mode Settings
NOTE: When using the Remote Inhibit input, it will be necessary to disconnect any RI
connection to the RS master unit when turning on the RS master unit. During
initialization, the RI connection must be OPEN or initialization will be halted with
the message WARING FOR AUXILIARY displayed on the LCD screen.
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3.12 Junction Box Accessory TBD
An optional wiring junction box (P/N 7003-416-1) is available which may be used to connect the
outputs of 2 to 6 RS cabinets together. The junction box also has a protective ground
connection, which MUST be connected to a suitable protective earth ground.
Each junction box has four sets of terminals for phase A, phase B, phase C and Neutral. Each
terminal is lined up with a strain relief on each side. The outputs from the RS90 cabinets connect
to the “RS SYSTEM OUTPUT” side of these terminal blocks. The load can be connected to the
“LOAD”. Note that the wiring is not supplied with the system and must be provided by the end
user. The wire gauge of the load connection must be sized to handle the maximum current in the
low voltage range of operation.
The “RS SYSTEM OUTPUT” side of the terminal block will accept up to 8 wires. If the external
sense connection is made at the junction box, one of these can be used to connect the sense
wiring.
Note: Do not swap output load wires or sense wires between phases, as damage to the system
will result.
The “LOAD” side will accept 2 wires. The wire size range shown in Figure 3-15 refers to
mechanical compatibility of terminal block only. This information does not reflect required wire
size. The wire sizes accepted by the terminal blocks of the junction box on each side are shown
in Figure 3-15.
Figure 3-15: 7003-416-1 Output Junction Box
Dimensions 7003-416-1:
W x L x H Chassis 12.125 “ x 16.125” x 4.125” 308 x 410 x 105 mm
Feet height: 0.875 22 mm
Strain relief hole size: 1.5” diameter 38 mm diameter
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4. Front Panel Operation
4.1 Tour of the Front Panel
The RS Series with type non-Pi (basic) or type Pi controllers have identical front panels
although some of the keys found on the front panel are only used by RS models with the 3Pi
controller. If your unit is a P type controller, these keys will act as don’t cares. This chapter
provides information on operating the RS with either controller type.
Before operating the AC source using the front panel, it helps to understand the operation of the
front panel controls. Specifically, the operation of the knob, keyboard and the menu layout are
covered in the next few paragraphs.
4.1.1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
The front panel can be divided in a small number of functional areas:
• Mains circuit breaker
• Status Indicator lights
• Shuttle knob
• LCD display
• FUNCTION keypad
• DATA ENTRY keypad
4.1.2 System On/Off Circuit Breaker
The circuit breaker located on the bottom left side of the front panel disconnects the low voltage
supply of the RS Source from the three phase Line input. This will remove power from the mains
AC input contactor and thus remove input power from the RS Series power source. As such, the
circuit breaker acts as an indirect power on/off switch for the RS Series unit. Note however than
AC input power remains applied to the primary side of the input transformer.
When the input current rating of the RS Series AC power source is exceeded, the protective
fuses (F1 through F6) will blow. In this case, power to the low voltage supply may still remain
through the front panel circuit breaker. In this case, the on/off circuit breaker should be opened
(power off) first followed by a complete disconnect of all ac input power through an installed
main circuit breaker.
Note that in multi-box RS90 system configurations, each RS90 chassis has its own on/off circuit
breaker and set of line input fuses.
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4.1.3 Status Indicator Lights
Four LED status indicators are located directly above the mains circuit breaker. These LED’s
correspond to the following conditions:
REMOTE The REMOTE LED indicates that the unit is in remote control
mode. If the IEEE-488 interface is used, this indicator will be lit
whenever the REM line (REMOTE ENABLE) line is asserted by
the IEEE controller. If the RS232, USB or LAN interface is used,
the REMOTE state can be enabled by the controller using the
SYST:REM command. Any time the REMOTE LED is lit, the
front panel of the RS Series unit is disabled. There is no LOCAL
button that allows the user to regain control of the front panel.
This prevents accidental change of settings in ATE applications.
OVERLOAD The OVERLOAD LED indicates an output overload condition.
This condition can be controlled by setting the current limit
value in the PROGRAM menu. Removing the load using the
OUTPUT ON/OFF button will recover from an overload
condition.
OVER TEMPERATURE The OVER TEMPERATURE LED indicates an overheating
problem inside the unit. This is an abnormal condition, which
will cause the unit to shut off. Check the air openings to make
sure they are not blocked.
HI RANGE The HI RANGE LED is on when the high voltage output range
has been selected.
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4.1.4 The Shuttle Knob
Counter
Clock
wise
Clock
wise
INCRDECR
Figure 4-1: Shuttle Knob
The shuttle knob is located to the right of the LCD screen and is used to change setup
parameters. Note that it cannot be used to move the cursor position between menu fields. Use
the UP and DOWN arrow keys in the FUNCTION keypad for this.
The shuttle knob can operate in one of two distinct modes of operation:
MODE DESCRIPTION
IMMEDIATE mode Any time the ENTER key is pressed, the RS Series returns to
its normal mode of operation. In this mode, changes made with
the shuttle knob or the data entry keypad will take immediate
effect. The IMMEDIATE mode is useful for slewing output
values such as voltage and frequency and observing the effect
on the load.
SET mode When the SET key located in the FUNCTION keypad is
pressed, changes made with the shuttle to any output
parameter will not take effect until the ENTER key is pressed. In
this mode, any changes made to a setup menu will be blinking
to indicate the pending change condition. This mode allows
changes to be made to all output parameters and executing
them all at once by pressing the ENTER key.
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4.1.5 FUNCTION Keypad
The function keypad provides access to all menus and measurement screens. The following
keys are located in the FUNCTION keypad:
FUNCTION
MENU PROG WAVE MEAS
OUTPUT
ON/OFF
Figure 4-2: FUNCTION Keypad
KEY DESCRIPTION
MENU The top level menu is accessed by pressing the MENU key.
Three shortcut keys are used to provide direct access to the
PROGRAM, WAVEFORM, and MEASUREMENT screens as
these are among the most frequently used screens. Thus,
instead of going through the main menu to reach the
PROGRAM, WAVEFORM, and MEASUREMENT screens, they
can be accessed directly by pressing the PROG, WAVE, and
MEAS keys respectively. A map of the Main menus is provided
on the next few pages. There are three top level menus in the
RS Series.
PROG The PROG key is a shortcut to access the PROGRAM menu
directly. The PROGRAM menu is one of the most frequently
used menus. Thus, instead of going through the main menu to
reach the PROGRAM menu, it can be accessed directly by
pressing the PROG key.
WAVE The WAVE key is a shortcut to access the WAVEFORM screen
directly. The WAVEFORM screen is used to select a user
defined arbitrary waveform.
MEAS The MEAS key is a shortcut to access the MEASUREMENT
screen directly. The MEASUREMENT screen is one of the most
frequently used screens. Thus, instead of going through the
main menu to reach the MEASUREMENT screen, it can be
accessed directly by pressing the MEAS key.
PHASE
SET
+/-
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OUTPUT ON/OFF The OUTPUT ON/OFF key toggles the output relay on or off.
The state of the output relay is reflected by the green LED
located directly to the left of the OUTPUT ON/OFF key. If the
green LED is lit, the output relay is enabled (closed) and the
programmed output voltage is present at the output terminals. If
the green LED is off, the output relay is open and both the
HIGH and LO terminal of the output terminal block are
disconnected from the power source. In this mode, the output is
floating. The ON/OFF button provides a convenient way to
disconnect the load without having to remove any wires.
PHASE The PHASE key is used to select the phase on a RS90.
Pressing the PHASE key will toggle phase A, B, C or ABC.
Some screens may not support the ABC or show all phase
information in which case this mode is skipped.
SET The SET key is used to select the mode of operation of the
shuttle. Refer to section 4.1.1 for details on its operation and the
use of the SET key.
+/- The +/- key can be used to toggle the sign for those parameters
for which it is relevant. This is typically the output voltage when
in DC mode of operation. For fields that have only two possible
values such as the voltage range field, the +/- key can be used
to toggle between these two values.
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4.1.6 DECIMAL KEYPAD
The decimal keypad may be used to enter any numeric parameter required in any of the menu
fields. Several fields accept input from either the keypad or the knob. Data entered from the
keypad is normally accepted once the ENTER key is pressed unless the front panel mode is in
the SET mode. The following keys are available on the decimal keypad:
ENTRY
7
8 9
4 5 6
1 2 3
.0
Figure 4-3: Entering Values from the Decimal Keypad
CURSOR UP The UP key moves the cursor position upwards one position to
the previous available cursor position. If the present cursor
position is at the top of the right hand column, the cursor is
moved to the bottom position of the left hand column. If the
present cursor is at the top of the left hand column, the cursor is
moved to the bottom of the right hand column. Figure 4-4
depicts the cursor movement through a two column menu.
E
N
T
E
R
Figure 4-4: Cursor UP Key Movement
CURSOR DOWN The DOWN key moves the cursor position downwards one
position to the next available cursor position. If the present
cursor position is at the bottom of the left hand column, the
cursor is moved to the top position of the right hand column. If
the present cursor is at the bottom of the right hand column, the
cursor is moved to the top of the left hand column. Figure 4-5
depicts the cursor movement through a two-column menu.
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Figure 4-5: Cursor DOWN key Movement
The decimal keypad can be used at any time in lieu of the shuttle knob to change output
parameters. Direct data entry is often faster to effect large changes in values than using the
shuttle knob. Note that pressing the ENTER key while in SET mode of operation will cause the
AC source to revert back to IMMEDIATE mode. Thus, to change all parameters in SET mode,
enter a value for each field and then proceed to the next field without pressing the ENTER key.
0 through 9. The numeric keys provide all decimal number for entry of
parameters.
DECIMAL POINT The decimal point key is used to enter fractional parts of values
for fields that have a resolution less than 1. The amount of
resolution for each menu field is normally visible on the LCD. If
more digits are entered after the decimal point than can be
accepted by a field, the value is automatically rounded to the
available resolution when the ENTER key is pressed.
BACKSPACE The BACKSPACE (←) key can be used to erase one digit at a
time if you make a data entry error.
4.1.7 LCD Display
The LCD display of the RS Series power source provides information on instrument settings and
also guides the user through the various menus. To ease reading of the displayed information,
most screens are widely spaced. A sample of the main menu 1 screen that appears when the
RS Series source is powered up is shown in Figure 4-6. Due to the amount of space available
on each screen, some menus have been split into parts. The MORE selection located at the
bottom right hand side provides access to menu choices at the same level that did not fit on a
single screen. Thus, to access MENU 2, the cursor should be placed on the ‘MORE’ selection
followed by pressing the ‘ENTER’ key. Alternatively, the MENU key may be pressed to move to
the MENU 2 screen.
The present cursor position is always shown with a inverse bar. The cursor is located on the
‘MORE’ selection in Figure 4-6. Pressing ENTER would cause MENU 2 to be displayed.
The cursor position can be moved by using the UP and DOWN keys located in the DECIMAL
keypad.
Figure 4-6: Main Menu 1 Screen
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4.2 Menu Structure
The next few pages show a map of the available menus in the RS Series. There are three main
level (level 1) menus from which all other menus can be reached. Frequently used (level 2)
menus have a short cut key that provides direct access. Examples of such menus are Program,
Measurements, and Waveform. In any case, there are never more than three levels of menus
although some menus may be spread across more than one screen.
4.2.1 MAIN Menus
Figure 4-7: Menu 1 through 3
The top-level menu is split in three parts, MENU 1 through MENU 3 to allow spacing between
menu entries. MENU 2 and 3 can be reached from MENU 1 by selecting the MORE entry or by
pressing the MENU key repeatedly, which will toggle from MENU 1 to 2 to 3 and back to 1. The
division of menu choices between the two screens is graphically illustrated in 4.2.2 by the boxes
in level 1. Each box represents one screen. Subsequent screens can be reached using the
MORE entry.
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The following top-level menu choices can be accessed from the MENU key:
Entry Description
MENU 1
PROGRAM The PROGRAM menu allows output parameters the be
changed.
MEASUREMENTS The MEASUREMENTS screens are not menus in that no user
entries are required.
TRANSIENTS The TRANSIENTS menu allows output transients to be
programmed.
WAVEFORMS The WAVEFORMS menu allows different waveforms to be
selected from the waveform library.
MORE The MORE selection causes the second part of the MENU
screen to be displayed. (MENU 2)
MENU 2
ADVANCED MEAS. The ADVANCED MEAS. screens are for display only. No user
entries are required.
APPLICATIONS The APPLICATIONS menu provides access to the optional
firmware application programs that may be installed in the RS
Series AC source.
SETUP REGISTERS The SETUP REGISTERS menu allows complete instrument
settings and transient list programs to be saved to nonvolatile
memory.
MORE The MORE selection causes the third part of the MENU screen
to be displayed. (MENU 3)
MENU 3
UTILITY The UTILITY menu provides access to less commonly used
setup screens such as those for the GPIB and RS232C (also
applies to USB and LAN) interface settings, initial startup
values, etc.
MEASUREMENT CAL The MEASUREMENT CAL menu allows for calibration of the
AC source measurement system.
OUTPUT CAL The OUTPUT CAL menu allows for calibration of the AC source
output.
Following the Menu overview pages is a detailed description of each menu and sub menu.
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level 1
level 2
level 3
MENU 1
PROGRAM
PROGRAM1
VOLTAGE
FREQ
VOLT RANGE
CURR LIMIT
MORE
PROGRAM2
PHASE
CLOCK MODE
VOLT MODE
DC OFFSET
START ø
MEASUREMENT
MEASUREMENTS1
VOLTAGE
CURRENT
FREQ
POWER
MORE
MEASUREMENTS 2
VA
POWER
PEAK CURR
POWER FACT
CREST FACT
PEAK CURR RESET
MEASUREMENTS 3
VOLT THD
CURR THD
INST PK CURR
PHASE
HARMONICS/TRACE
ANALYSIS
FUNCT
ION
VIEW
DATA MODE
SCALE
TRIG MODE
TRIG SOURCE
TRIG PHASE
TRIG DELAY
START
TRANSIENTS
VOLT SURGE/SAG
START ø
VOLT SWEEP/STEP
START ø
GO TO VOLT
FREQ SWEEP/STEP
DURATION
END VOLT
DUR SCALE
VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP
DURATION
END FREQ
DUR SCALE
DURATION
START/VIEW SEQUENCE
START END VOLT
END DELAY
DURATION
END VOLT
PREVIOUS SCREEN
PAUSE END FREQ
FUNCTION
END DELAY
END DE
LAY
REPEAT #0
END DELAY
REPEAT
FUNCTION
FUNCTION
CLEAR SEQ
FUNCTION
EVENT#
REPEAT
REPEAT
REPEAT
PREVIOUS SCREEN
EVENT#
EVENT#
#1
SEQUENCE#
PREVIOUS SCREEN
PREV. SCREEN
#2
PREVIOUS SCREEN
..
#98
#99
PREVIOUS SCREEN
WAVEFORMS
CLIP LEVEL
GROUP
MODE
SINE
SQUARE
CLIPPED
USER WAVE
..
..
MORE
USER WAVE
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level 1
level 2
level 3
MENU 2
ADVANCE
HARMONICS/TRACE
MEAS.
ANALYSIS
FUNCTION
VIEW
DATA MODE
SCALE
TRIG MODE
TRIG SOURCE
TRIG PHASE
TRIG DELAY
START
APPLICATIONS
APPLICATIONS SETUP 1
MIL-STD 704
STEADY STATE
OMNI OPTION
MODE TRANSIENTS
RTCA-DO160D
NORMAL STATE
PREVIOUS SCREEN
ABNORMAL
IEC 1000
-4-11
IEC 1000
-4-
11 TESTS
EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY
APPL
ICATIONS SETUP 2
DIPS AND INTER.
ABNORMAL
ALL MIL704 TESTS
IEC 1000
-4-13 IEC 1000
-4-
13 TESTS
VOLT VARIATIONS
PREVIOUS SCREEN
PREVIOUS SCREEN
WH METER
STATE PREVIOUS SCREEN
SNK only
WATT-HOUR METER
REGENERATE
RUN
REGEN CONTROL
START
CLASS
STATE ETIME
SETUP
SAVE REGISTER #
GROUP
UNDER VOLT
WATT HR
REGISTERS
VIEW/EDIT REG #
DWELL
OVER VOLT
POWER
RECALL REGISTER #
LEVEL
dFREQ PK CURR
MORE
PREVIOUS SCREEN
FRANGE
DELAY
STEP
IHFREQ
RESONANT
MENU 3
UTILITY
UTILITY 1
GPIB/RS232 SETUP
GPIB ADDRESS
VOLT/CURR CONTROL
VOLT ALC
RS232 BAUDRATE
PREVIOUS SCREEN
OL MODE
RS232 DATA
INITIAL SETUP
VOLTAGE
TRIP DELAY
RS232 PARITY
LIMIT SETUP
VOLTAGE
CUR LIMIT
VOLT SENSE
RS232 STOPBITS
MORE CUR LIMIT
PREV. SCREEN
NO. OUTPUT
PREVIOUS SCREEN
UTILITY 2
FREQ LO
FREQ PREV. SCREEN
CONFIGURATION
CONFIG SETUP 1
FREQ HI
PHASE
LANETWORK SETUP
NO. OUTPUT
PHASE C
MORE HH:MM:SS
ELAPSED TIME
ADVANCE
PREVIOUS SCREEN
VOLT RANGE
TEMPERATURE
VIEWING ANGLE
DO160
VOLT MODE
PREVIOUS SCREEN
MIL704
OL MODE
CONFIG SETUP 2
OUTPUT RELAY
IEC 4-11
MORE
IEC 4-13
VOLT SENSE
CLOCK/
LOCK
WAVE GROUP
WH METER
CLOCK MODE
OUTPUT
RESISTIVE
CONFIG SETUP 3
NO. OUTPUT
IMPEDANCE
INDUCTIVE
MS704
VOLT ALC
SET MINIMUM
ABD
PREVIOUS SCREEN
LF
SYSTEM
CONFIG SETUP 4
MB
MANUAL
OPTn
LAN
CONFIG SETUP 5
MEASUREMENT
VOLT FS
CAL
CURR FS
PREVIOUS SCREEN
4.2.3 Overview of Menu 2 and 3
SNC
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VOLT FS
VOLT ZERO
PHASE OFST
IHARM FS
IMP. REAL FS
IMP. REACT FS
IMP. REAL MIN
IMP. REACT MIN
PREVIOUS SCREEN
4.2.4 PROGRAM Menu
Figure 4-8: PROGRAM Menu
The PROGRAM menu is shown in Figure 4-8. It can be reached in one of two ways:
1. by selecting the PROGRAM entry in the MENU screen and pressing the ENTER key
2. by pressing the PROG key in the FUNCTION keypad
The PROGRAM menu is used to change output parameters. The most commonly used
parameters are all located in PROGRAM 1. The PREVIOUS SCREEN entry, when selected, will
return the user to the most recently selected menu. This is normally the MENU screen unless
the PROGRAM menu was selected using the PROG key on the FUNCTION keypad. Less
frequently used parameters are located in PROGRAM 2, which can be reached from the
PROGRAM 1 screen using the MORE selection, or by pressing the PROGRAM key twice.
The following choices are available in the PROGRAM menus:
Entry Description
PROGRAM 1
VOLTAGE Programs the output voltage in Vrms while in AC mode or
absolute voltage when in DC mode. In DC mode, negative
values can be entered.
FREQ Programs the output frequency when in AC mode. If the unit is
in DC mode, the value for FREQ will be set to DC and cannot
be changed until AC mode is selected. When in AC mode, the
frequency can be changed from 16 Hz to 500 Hz. Values
entered that fall outside this range will generate a -200 RANGE
ERROR and will not be accepted.
VOLT RANGE Selects 150V, 300V or optional 400V range in AC mode and
200V or 400V range in DC mode. The actual range values may
be different depending on the configuration. The value of this
field can only be changed with the shuttle or the +/- key.
CURR LIMIT Sets the current limit value for the current detection system.
When the load current value exceeds the set current limit, a
fault condition is generated. The actual response of the AC
Source to a current limit fault is determined by the protection
mode selected in the CONFIGURATION menu. (CC = Constant
Current, CV = Constant Voltage).
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PROGRAM 2
PHASE Selects the phase angle between the external clock and the
output of the AC source. If the clock source is internal, this
parameter has no effect.
CLOCK MODE Selects internal or external clock source. The RS Series
controller uses an open-air crystal time base with an accuracy
of 100 ppm. To improve output frequency stability and
accuracy, an external clock generator may be used.
VOLT MODE The RS Series offers three output modes, AC, DC and AC+DC.
The VOLT MODE field can be used to toggle between these
three output modes. Both the Knob and the +/- key may be
used to toggle through these three selections. In DC mode, no
frequency selection is possible and all maximum current and
power ratings are divided by two.
DC OFFSET When the AC+DC mode is selected, the VOLTAGE field in the
PROGRAM 1 screen is used to set the AC portion of the output
voltage. The DC OFFSET field in the PROGRAM 2 screen can
be used to set the DC offset level. Either the knob or the
decimal keypad may be used to set the DC offset level.
START ø Selects the start phase angle for output changes made to either
voltage or frequency. This allows changing the output at a
specific phase angle. The output on key also uses this phase
angle setting to program the output voltage up to the set level
after the output relay is closed. The default value for this field is
RANDOM.
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4.2.5 MEASUREMENTS Screens
The RS Series uses a DSP based data acquisition system to provide extensive information
regarding the output of the Source. This data acquisition system digitizes the voltage and current
waveforms and calculates several parameters from this digitized data. The result of these
calculations is displayed in a series of measurement data screens. The actual digitized
waveforms can also be displayed by selecting the Harmonics/Trace Analysis screen. A total of
four measurement screens are used to display all this information.
Figure 4-9: MEASUREMENTS Screen, Single Phase and Three Phase Modes
The first three Measurement screens available on the RS Series are not menus in that no
changes can be made anywhere. Instead, these three screens provide load parameter readouts.
The fourth measurement screen provides access to the advanced measurements and does offer
several user accessible fields. The measurement screens can be reached by successively
pressing the MEAS key, which will toggle to all four available screens.
In three-phase mode, measurements are available for each phase individually. To select the
desired phase, use the PHASE key to toggle through phase A, B, C, or ABC. The ABC mode
displays the data for all three phases simultaneously.
The following parameters are available in the first three measurement screens:
Entry Description
MEASUREMENT 1
VOLTAGE When in AC or AC+DC mode, this value is the true rms output
voltage measured at the voltage sense lines. In DC only mode,
the voltage is the DC voltage including polarity.
CURRENT When in AC or AC+DC mode, this value is the true rms output
current drawn by the load. In DC only mode, the current is the
DC current including polarity
FREQ When in AC or AC+DC mode, the output frequency is
measured at the sense lines. When in DC only mode, this value
always reads “DC”.
POWER In both AC and DC mode, this value is the real rms. power
consumed by the load.
MEASUREMENT 2
VA POWER In AC or AC+DC mode, this value is the apparent rms. power
consumed by the load. In DC mode, this value is always the
same as the POWER readout.
PEAK CURR This readout reflects the peak current value detected at the
output. To measure inrush current for a unit under test, open
the output relay and reset the peak current value using the
PEAK CURR RESET entry. Then program the output voltage
and frequency and turn on the output relay. The peak current
measurement will continuously track the maximum current
value detected until reset.
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POWER FACTOR This readout shows the power factor of the load.
CREST FACTOR This readout displays the ratio between peak current and rms
current.
MEASUREMENT 3
VOLT THD This readout displays the total voltage distortion for the selected
phase. The distortion calculation is based on the H2 through
H50 with the fundamental voltage (H1) in the denominator. Note
that other common definitions of THD use the RMS value of the
voltage as the denominator. This may result in different
readings between instruments depending on the
implementation chosen. The mode used by the power source is
selectable over the bus.
CURR THD This readout displays the total current distortion for the selected
phase. The distortion calculation is based on the H2 through
H50 with the fundamental current (H1) in the denominator. Note
that other common definitions of THD use the RMS value of the
current as the denominator. This may result in different readings
between instruments depending on the implementation chosen.
The mode used by the power source is selectable over the bus.
INST PK CURR This readout reflects the instantaneous peak current value
detected at the output. This value is updated continuously and
does not require a reset operation like the PEAK CURR
readout. The instantaneous peak current does not use a track
and hold mechanism like the PEAK CURR measurement in the
MEASUREMENT 2 screen. Instead, it tracks the peak current
on a cycle-by-cycle basis. The INST PK CURR typically tracks
the rms current and the crest factor.
Update Program Functions from Measurement Screen
The Shuttle can be used to update program parameters such as voltage, frequency or current
from the measurement screen. This can be achieved with the following sequence:
1. Select the program 1 screen using the PROG key.
2. Use the up and down key to select the desired function to update. (Selects parameter that
will be changed by the shuttle once in the MEAS1 screen)
3. Select the measurement 1 screen by pressing the MEAS key.
4. The pointer symbol () points to the programmed parameter (V, F or CL) that will be
affected by turning the shuttle.
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HARMONICS/TRACE ANALYSIS Screen
The fourth measurement screen is dedicated to the advanced measurements available on the
RS Series. The Harmonics/Trace Analysis measurement screen is a true menu screen offering
several user accessible fields. These fields are used to select the desired acquisition trigger and
display mode. The actual data is displayed whenever the ENTER key is pressed while the cursor
is on the VIEW or START field. The following fields are available on this menu:
Figure 4-10: HARMONICS/TRACE ANALYSIS Screen
Entry Description
FUNCTION Selects Voltage, Current or Both parameters for display.
VIEW Available display modes are TABLE, BAR and TRACE.
TABLE mode: Displays the first 50 harmonics in a
tabular text format.
BAR mode: Displays the first 50 harmonics in a
graphical bar chart display.
TRACE mode: Displays the selected Function in a
time domain (waveform) graphical
display.
DATA MODE Selects absolute or relative harmonics display for TABLE and
BAR view modes. In relative mode, all harmonics are shown in
a percentage of the fundamental, which is normalized at 100 %.
In absolute mode, the harmonic amplitudes are shown in
absolute volts or amperes.
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This mode does not apply to the TRACE view display mode and
is ignored when this mode is selected.
SCALE Sets the horizontal time axis for the TRACE view display mode.
The field range is 12 ms to 128 ms.
This parameter is ignored when the TABLE or BAR view display
mode is selected.
TRIG MODE This field sets the trigger mode for the acquisition. Available
options are SINGLE (single shot acquisition) or CONT
(continuous acquisition). In SINGLE shot mode, the acquisition
is triggered once each time the START field is selected and the
ENTER key is pressed. The selected trigger source is used to
determine the trigger point. Once the acquisition has been
triggered, the data are displayed and do not change until the
next acquisition is triggered. This mode is most appropriate for
single shot events such as start up currents.
In the CONT mode, acquisitions occur repeatedly and the data
is updated on screen after each trigger occurs. This provides a
continuous update of the data and is most appropriate for
repetitive signals.
TRIG SOURCE The trigger source selects the event that will trigger a
measurement acquisition. Available options for this field are
IMM (immediate), PHASE A or SET VOLT. The IMM trigger
source causes the acquisition to trigger immediately when the
ENTER key is pressed on the START field. Essentially, this is
an asynchronous trigger event. The acquisition will always be
triggered in this mode and data is available immediately.
The PHASE A source will cause the acquisition to trigger on the
occurrence of a set phase angle for the voltage on phase A.
The trigger source is always phase A when in this mode,
regardless of the phase selection shown in the top right corner
of the display. When the acquisition is started, the acquisition
system waits for the specified phase angle to occur before
triggering the acquisition. This mode allows exact positioning of
the acquisition data window with respect to the voltage
waveform.
The SET VOLT mode causes the acquisition to trigger at the
specified voltage. This mode also programs the selected phase
or all three phases when the measurement is started from the
START field. As such, this trigger source selection also
programs the output voltage to the selected rms level.
TRIG PHASE / SET VOLT This field changes purpose, depending on the trigger source
selected immediately above it. If the trigger source equals IMM
or PHASE A, this field can be used to program the trigger phase
angle (TRIG PHASE). In IMM mode, the value of this field is
ignored.
If the trigger source is set to SET VOLT, this field can be used
to specify the rms voltage to program the output to and trigger
the measurement on. The voltage value set here should not
exceed the maximum voltage range selected or the rms
capability for the wave shape selected on the phase or phases
programmed.
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TRIG DELAY The trigger delay field allows the trigger point to be positioned
anywhere in the acquisition window. A negative value will
provide pre-trigger information on data leading up to the trigger
event. The pre-trigger delay cannot exceed the length of the
acquisition buffer. See paragraph 4.6.3.3 for details. A positive
trigger delay positions the data window after the trigger event.
Positive trigger delays can exceed the length of the acquisition
buffer in which case the trigger event itself will not be in the
buffer any more. The maximum value of the trigger delay is
1000 ms. The default trigger delay value is 0.0 ms, which puts
the trigger event at the beginning of the acquisition window.
START The START field is used to start a new acquisition run. To start
an acquisition, place the cursor on the START field and press
the ENTER key. Once the ENTER key is pressed, the display
toggles to the data display mode selected in the VIEW field as
soon as the selected trigger event occurs. To return to the
HARMONICS/TRACE ANALYSIS menu, press the ENTER key
while in the data display mode.
To change display modes without triggering a new acquisition,
make the desired changes in the menu and move the cursor to
the VIEW field. Once on the VIEW field, press the ENTER key.
This will not trigger a new acquisition, which means the original
data is retained.
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4.2.6 TRANSIENTS Menu
Figure 4-11: TRANSIENTS Menu
The transient menu provides access to the transient list data. Available list length is:100 data
points. This is represented by 100 transient step numbers from 0 through 99.
From the Transient menu, the desired transient step type can be selected. Based on the user’s
choice, the relevant transient type sub menu will be shown. The START/EDIT SEQUENCE sub
menu allows the user to review and change any transient step or execute the transient list.
When executing a transient list, transient steps are executed in a ascending numerical order.
Steps that are not defined are skipped.
The following entries can be found in the TRANSIENTS menu:
Entry Description
VOLT SURGE/SAG Voltage surges and sags are temporary changes in amplitude.
The output voltage will change from its present value to a user
specified value for a specified duration. (Sag if the value is
lower, surge if the value is higher.) After this period has expired,
the output voltage returns to a user specified end value. This
value may or may not be the same as the value present prior to
the start of the sag or surge.
VOLT SWEEP/STEP Voltage sweeps cause the output voltage to change from the
present value to a user specified end value at a specified rate of
change. A voltage step on the other hand is an instantaneous
change in output voltage. The new value will be held for the
duration period specified by the user. The final output voltage
value of a sweep and a step transient step should be different
than the value at the start of the transient step or no change in
output value will occur.
FREQ SWEEP/STEP This transient type is similar to a voltage sweep/step except it
affects the frequency. Refer to the previous paragraph.
VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP This transient type combines the previous two types into a
single step. The effect is that of changing the output voltage and
frequency simultaneously.
Note: While this transient is programmed as a single transient
step, two list entries are required to store this information. As
such, every VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP used will consume two
list entries at a time.
START/VIEW SEQUENCE This entry allows the user to switch to the transient execution
menu. This menu provides a list of all available transient list
steps and their sequence numbers. From this menu, transient
list execution can be started.
The same menu can be used to view or edit any available
transient list step or erase a step using the backspace key.
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4.2.6.1 VOLT SURGE/SAG sub menu
Figure 4-12: VOLTAGE SURGE/SAG SETUP Screen
The Voltage surge and sag screen shown in Figure 4-12 can be reached from the transient
screen as follows:
1. Scroll to the VOLT SURGE/SAG entry using the up and down cursor keys.
2. Press the ENTER key to bring up the VOLT SURGE/SAG screen.
The VOLT SURGE/SAG screen has several data fields. All data fields that are blank to the right
of the equal sign must be filled or an error message will occur when trying to leave this screen.
The EVENT # is the last data field to be filled. Entering the event data field will cause the display
to return to the TRANSIENT screen where a new selection can be made.
The VOLT/SURGE/SAG screen has the following fields:
START ø This field will show the start phase angle of the voltage transient
in degrees. Only one start phase angle per transient sequence
is allowed. The start phase angle must be in the first transient
event in the list. The start phase angle is not valid for DC
transients. If no start phase angle is required, this field can be
set to RANDOM by pressing the BACKSPACE (<-) key on the
decimal keypad.
GO TO VOLT This field will set the voltage level during the transient duration
in volts
DUR SCALE Duration scale default is time in seconds. Use the Shuttle knob
to select CYCLES if desired. Note that durations expressed in
cycles may cause rounding errors if the period of the selected
frequency setting is not an integer number of mss. Thus, for 50
Hz applications, no rounding errors occur but for 60 Hz, the
16.66¯ ms period will cause a rounding error when converted.
The Duration scale selection affects both the DURATION and
END DELAY parameters.
DURATION Duration is the time the output voltage level will dwell at the GO
TO VOLT level. The DUR SCALE defines the time scale of this
parameter in CYCLES or SECONDS
END VOLT This is the output voltage level at the end of the transient
EVENT and after a time specified by the DURATION
END DELAY This is the time delay the voltage level will stay at the END
VOLT level before it proceeds with the next transient event or
completes the transient.
FUNCTION This field can be used to select the wave shape to be used
during this step of the transient sequence. Each step can use a
different wave shape from the available library of 50 userdefined waveforms or the three standard waveforms. The
output wave shape changes upon entry into each step and
remains in effect for the duration of the step. The default wave
shape is always the SINE (sine wave).
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REPEAT This is the number of times the SURGE/SAG transient event
will repeat before it will proceed to the next event or exit the
transient program. Note that the number of times the transient
event is generated is equal to the REPEAT + 1. Leave this
value at zero if only one execution of this event in the list is
required.
EVENT # This must be the last item in the transient edit screen. All data
fields must be entered before inserting the EVENT #. The
EVENT # takes a value from 1 to 99. The EVENT # defines the
order of execution of the transient events in a multiple event
transient. It is a good practice to enter spaced EVENT #’s to
allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example,
space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will
cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen.
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4.2.6.2 VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP sub menu
Figure 4-13: VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen
The Voltage sweep and step screen shown in Figure 4-13 can be reached from the transient
screen as follows:
1. Scroll to the VOLT SWEEP/STEP entry using the up and down keys.
2. Press the ENTER key to bring up the VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP screen.
The VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP screen has several data fields. All data fields that are blank to the
right of the equal sign must be filled or an error message will occur when trying to leave this
screen. The EVENT # is the last data field to be filled. Entering the event data field will cause the
display to return to the TRANSIENT screen where a new selection can be made.
The VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP screen has the following fields:
START This field will show the start phase angle of the voltage transient
in degrees. Only one start phase angle per transient sequence
is allowed. The start phase angle must be in the first transient
event in the list. The start phase angle is not valid for DC
transient.
END VOLT This is the output voltage level at the end of the transient event
in volts.
DUR SCALE Duration scale default is time in seconds. Use the Shuttle knob
to select CYCLES if desired. Note that durations expressed in
cycles may cause rounding errors if the period of the selected
frequency setting is not an integer number of mss. Thus, for 50
Hz applications, no rounding errors occur but for 60 Hz, the
16.66¯ ms period will cause a rounding error when converted.
The Duration scale selection affects both the DURATION and
END DELAY parameters.
DURATION Duration is the time it will take for the output voltage to reach
the END VOLT level. As such, “Duration” will define the slew
rate of the output voltage for the event. A duration of 0 seconds
will cause the output voltage to reach the end voltage
immediately. The DUR SCALE defines the time parameter
CYCLES or SECONDS
END DELAY This is the time delay the voltage level will stay at END VOLT
before it proceeds with the next transient event or completes
the transient.
FUNCTION This field can be used to select the wave shape to be used
during this step of the transient sequence. Each step can use a
different wave shape from the available library of 50 userdefined waveforms or the three standard waveforms. The
output wave shape changes upon entry into each step and
remains in effect for the duration of the step. The default wave
shape is always the SINE (sine wave).
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REPEAT This is the number of times the VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP
transient event will repeat before it will proceed to the next
event or exit the transient program. Note that the number of
times the transient event is generated is equal to the REPEAT +
1. Leave this value at zero if only one execution of this event in
the list is required.
EVENT # This must be the last item in the transient edit screen. All data
fields must be entered before inserting the EVENT #. The
EVENT # takes a value from 1 to 99. The EVENT # defines the
order of execution of the transient events in a multiple event
transient. It is a good practice to enter spaced EVENT #’s to
allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example,
space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will
cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen.
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4.2.6.3 FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP sub menu
Figure 4-14: FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen
The Voltage sweep and step screen shown in Figure 4-14 can be reached from the transient
screen as follows:
1. Scroll to the FREQ SWEEP/STEP entry using the up and down cursor keys.
2. Press the ENTER key to bring up the FREQ SWEEP/STEP screen.
The FREQ SWEEP/STEP screen has several data fields. All data fields that are blank to the
right of the equal sign must be filled or an error message will occur when trying to leave this
screen. The EVENT # is the last data field to be filled. Entering the event data field will cause the
display to return to the TRANSIENT screen where a new selection can be made.
The FREQ SWEEP/STEP screen has the following fields:
DURATION Duration is amount of the time the output frequency will take to
reach the END FREQ level. Duration will define the slew rate of
the output frequency for the event. A duration of 0 seconds will
cause the output frequency to reach the end frequency
immediately.
END FREQ This is the output frequency at the end of the transient event in
Hz.
END DELAY This is the time delay the frequency will stay at END FREQ
before it proceeds with the next transient event or completes
the transient.
FUNCTION This field can be used to select the wave shape to be used
during this step of the transient sequence. Each step can use a
different wave shape from the available library of 50 userdefined waveforms or the three standard waveforms. The
output wave shape changes upon entry into each step and
remains in effect for the duration of the step. The default wave
shape is always the SINE (sine wave).
REPEAT This is the number of times the FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP
transient will repeat before it will proceed to the next event or
exit the transient. The number of times the transient event is
generated is equal to the REPEAT + 1. Leave this value at zero
if only one execution of this event in the list is required.
EVENT # This must be the last item in the transient edit screen. All data
fields must be entered before inserting the EVENT #. The
EVENT # takes value from 1 to 99. The EVENT # defines the
order of execution of the transient events in a multiple event
transient. It is a good practice to enter spaced EVENT #’s to
allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example,
space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will
cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen.
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4.2.6.4 VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP sub menu
Figure 4-15 VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen
The Volt/freq sweep/step screen shown in Figure 4-15 can be reached from the transient screen
as follows:
1. Scroll to the VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP entry using the up and down cursor keys.
2. Press the ENTER key to bring up the VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP screen.
The VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP screen has several data fields. All data fields that are blank to
the right of the equal sign must be filled or an error message will occur when trying to leave this
screen. The EVENT # is the last data field to be filled. Entering the event data field will cause the
display to return to the TRANSIENT screen where a new selection can be made.
The VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP screen has the following fields:
DURATION Duration is the amount of time the output voltage and frequency
will take to reach the END FREQ and END VOLT levels.
Duration will define the slew rate of the output voltage and
frequency for the event. A duration of 0 seconds will cause the
output voltage and frequency to reach their end value
immediately.
END FREQ This is the output frequency at the end of the transient event in
Hz.
END VOLT This is the output voltage at the end of the transient event in
volts.
END DELAY This is the time delay the output frequency and voltage will stay
at END FREQ and END VOLT before proceeding with the next
transient event or completing the transient.
FUNCTION This field can be used to select the wave shape to be used
during this step of the transient sequence. Each step can use a
different wave shape from the available library of 50 userdefined waveforms or the three standard waveforms. The
output wave shape changes upon entry into each step and
remains in effect for the duration of the step. The default wave
shape is always the SINE (sine wave).
REPEAT This is the number of times the VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY
SWEEP/STEP transient will repeat before it will proceed to the
next event or exit the transient. The number of times the
transient event is generated is equal to the REPEAT + 1. Leave
this value at zero if only one execution of this event in the list is
required.
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EVENT # This must be the last item in the transient edit screen. All data
fields must be entered before inserting the EVENT #. The
EVENT # takes value from 1 to 99. The EVENT # defines the
order of execution of the transient events in a multiple event
transient. It is a good practice to enter spaced EVENT #’s to
allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example,
space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will
cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen.
4.2.6.5 START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE sub menu
Figure 4-16:START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE Screen
The START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE screen is used to control transient execution. It
also provides an overview of available transient list events. This list appears in the order they
were assigned event numbers. Editing an existing event can be accomplished from this screen
by positioning the cursor on the event to be edited and pressing the ENTER key. This method
can also be used to review the parameters of a previously entered event.
The START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE screen has the following fields:
START / ABORT The START field is used to start a transient execution. When
the cursor is positioned on the START field and the ENTER key
is pressed, transient execution starts. The output relay must be
closed or an error message will appear and the transient will not
start.
Once a transient is in progress, this field changes to ABORT
and can be used to abort a transient in progress. If the transient
completes execution, the field reverts back to START.
PAUSE / RESUME The PAUSE field may be used to suspend execution of a
transient list in progress. If the cursor is on the PAUSE field and
the ENTER key is pressed, the transient is suspended and this
field changes to RESUME. Pressing the ENTER key again will
cause the transient list to resume execution from the point
where it was suspended.
REPEAT # This field determines the number of times a transient list is
repeated. The default value is zero, which means the
programmed list runs only once. The range for this field is from
0 through 99999. This repeat function should not be confused
with the REPEAT function available for individual events. The
event specific repeat value will cause only that event to be
repeated, not the entire list.
CLEAR SEQ Moving the cursor to this field and pressing the ENTER key will
cause the entire programmed transient list to be erased. Be
careful not to press ENTER accidentally while on this field as
you will loose the programmed transient list. Note that a list may
be stored as part of the front panel setup in the nonvolatile
memory registers.
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4.2.7 WAVEFORMS Menu
Figure 4-17: WAVEFORMS Menu
The WAVEFORMS menu allows selection of the wave shape for each phase individually or all
phases at once. In three-phase mode, the mode is determined by the phase coupling.
The selected phase is shown in the top right corner of the display (øA, øB or øC). The selected
wave shape will be applied to that phase. If all phases are selected (phase coupling), the
selected waveform will apply to all three phases.
The following fields are available in the WAVEFORMS menu:
CLIP LEVEL This parameter determines the amount of total harmonic
distortion of the built-in CLIPPED sine wave waveform. The
range is 0 % through 20 % THD.
Note that changing the distortion level of the CLIPPED sine
wave while the CLIPPED sine wave is used on the output of
one or more phases, forces the output of the AC Source to be
dropped momentarily. To avoid this, make sure none of the
phases is using the CLIPPED sine wave function when
changing the clip level.
GROUP The group field displays the currently selected waveform group.
There are four groups of 50 user-defined waveforms each for a
total of 200 waveforms. Only one group can be active at a time
however. This field only displays the selected waveform group.
It cannot be used to change the actual group selected. Group
selection must occur at power up and is done from the INITIAL
SETUP 3 screen. See section 4.2.11.3 for details.
MODE The mode field determines the operation mode of the
WAVEFORMS display screen. Available options for this field
are:
PROG: This mode is used to change the programmed
wave shape function on the selected phase. This is also the
default mode of operation.
VIEW (T): This mode can be used to display any of the
available user defined waveforms in a time domain display.
Previewing a waveform can be useful if you are unsure about
the nature of the waveform that was stored.
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VIEW (F): This mode can be used to display any of the
available user defined waveforms in a frequency domain
display. Waveform data is shown by harmonic amplitude and
phase relative to the fundamental frequency. Previewing a
waveform can be useful if you are unsure about the nature of
the waveform that was stored.
SINE The SINE is a standard waveform that is always available. It
does not consume any of the user defined waveform registers
and is always displayed in the waveform list. A right arrow
indicates the waveform is presently selected for the phase. If
the cursor is moved to this field, the ENTER key will execute the
selected MODE. If the mode is set to PROG, pressing ENTER
while the cursor is on the SINE entry will select the sine wave
for the phase shown in the top right corner of the display.
Note that the VIEW modes are not available for any of the three
standard waveforms.
SQUARE The SQUARE is a standard waveform that is always available.
It does not consume any of the user defined waveform registers
and is always displayed in the waveform list. A right arrow
indicates the waveform is presently selected for the phase. If
the cursor is moved to this field, the ENTER key will execute the
selected MODE. If the mode is set to PROG, pressing ENTER
while the cursor is on the SQUARE entry will select the square
wave for the phase shown in the top right corner of the display.
Note that the VIEW modes are not available for any of the three
standard waveforms.
CLIPPED The CLIPPED is a standard waveform that is always available.
It does not consume any of the user defined waveform registers
and is always displayed in the waveform list. A right arrow
indicates the waveform is presently selected for the phase. If
the cursor is moved to this field, the ENTER key will execute the
selected MODE. If the mode is set to PROG, pressing ENTER
while the cursor is on the CLIPPED entry will select the clipped
sine wave for the phase shown in the top right corner of the
display. The CLIP LEVEL field determines the amount of
clipping.
Note that the VIEW modes are not available for any of the three
standard waveforms.
USER DEFINED A list of user defined waveforms appears immediately below the
three standard waveforms. If no user-defined waveforms were
downloaded to the power source, this list will be blank. User
defined waveforms can be given a symbolic name of up to
twelve characters. The use of any of the three standard
waveform names (SINE, SQUARE and CLIPPED) should be
avoided, as the RS controller will reject it.
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A right arrow indicates the waveform is presently selected for
the phase. If the cursor is moved to this field, the ENTER key
will execute the selected MODE. If the mode is set to PROG,
pressing ENTER while the cursor is on the user defined entry
will select the custom waveform for the phase shown in the top
right corner of the display.
If the MODE is set to either VIEW option, the waveform data
under the cursor will be displayed when the ENTER key is
pressed. Press the ENTER key again to return to the
WAVEFORMS menu.
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4.2.8 ADVANCE MEAS. Menu
This entry in the MENU 2 screen displays the HARMONICS/TRACE ANALYSIS screen which is
covered in section 4.6. This field can be used in lieu of the MEAS key to directly bring up the
advanced measurements screens.
4.2.9 APPLICATIONS Menus
Figure 4-18: APPLICATIONS Menus
The APPLICATIONS menu provides access to the optional application specific pre-programmed
test sequences. Since these test sequences are optional, this menu may have no choices if
none of the options are installed. The following entries may be found in the APPLICATIONS
menu:
Entry Description
MIL-STD 704 Test sequence for MIL standard 704 AC and DC tests.
OMNI OPTION This entry selects the OMNI control menu. The OMNI option
provides a lumped reference impedance for use in IEC 610003-3 or IEC 61000-3-11 Flicker test applications. If the OMNI
option is installed, this screen allows the impedance to be
ENGAGED or BYPASSED.
RTCA/DO-160 Test sequence for RTCA DO160 commercial aviation AC and
DC tests.
IEC-1000-4-11 Test sequences for IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips and
Variations test standard.
IEC-1000-4-13 Test sequence for IEC 61000-4-13 Harmonics and Inter
harmonics test standard.
WH METER Watt Hour meter measurement option. Tracks energy usage
over a period of time and calculates Watt Hours used.
REGENERATE The REGENERATE entry is enabled only if the –SNK option is
installed. It provides access to the setting for driving
regenerative load.
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4.2.10 SETUP REGISTERS Menu
Figure 4-19: SETUP REGISTERS Menu
The SETUP REGISTERS menu allows the user to store and recall complete instrument setups,
including transient program lists. A total of 16 non-volatile setup registers is available, numbered
sequentially from 0 through 15.
The following entries can be found in the SETUP REGISTERS menu:
Entry Description
SAVE REGISTER Save present instrument setup to a register number selected by
the user. The numeric data entry keypad should be used to
enter a number between 0 and 15. Once the ENTER key is
pressed, all settings are saved. A message will appear at the
bottom of the screen to confirm the save operation.
RECALL REGISTER Recall instrument setup from a register number selected by the
user. The numeric data entry keypad should be used to enter a
number between 0 and 15. Once the ENTER key is pressed,
all settings are recalled. A message will appear at the bottom of
the screen to confirm the recall operation.
VIEW/EDIT REGISTER The View/Edit entry can be used to display the contents of a
setup register before it is recalled. After the user enters a
register number to view or edit and presses the ENTER key, the
PROGRAM screen will appear. All parameters that will be
changed by recalling the register will be blinking. If ENTER is
pressed again, the register will be recalled and the new values
take effect. To edit the register content, change all parameters
that need to be changed. Pressing ENTER will save the new
values and make them active.
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4.2.11 UTILITY Menus
Figure 4-20: UTILITY Menus
The UTILITY menus provide access to less frequently used setup items. There is no connection
between the various entries in the UTILITY menu other than there is no other logical place to put
them. The following entries can be found in the UTILITY menu:
Entry Description
UTILITY 1
GPIB/RS232 SETUP This entry provides access to the setup parameters for either
the IEEE-488, RS232, USB or LAN interface. All parameters
are saved in non-volatile memory so there is rarely a need to
change these values.
VOLT/CURR CONTROL The voltage and current control menu can be used to select the
current limit method, the voltage sense source.
The standard available voltage range pairs are 150 Vac and
300 Vac in AC mode or 200 Vdc and 400 Vdc in DC mode.
The two current limit choices are Constant Voltage and
Constant Current. Constant Voltage mode will maintain the set
voltage at the output until the load current exceeds the current
limit setting at which time the voltage will be dropped to zero.
This effectively shuts off the AC source output in case of an
overload condition. This mode has user programmable trip
delay, which is located in the same menu.
Constant Current mode will maintain the load current at the
maximum level set by the current limit value, even if the
maximum power level is exceeded. This is done by reducing
the voltage as needed. As such, the voltage will be reduced
from the set level down to zero depending on the load
requirement. This mode is useful for starting up motor or
capacitor loads that may require a high inrush current. This
mode also has a user programmable trip delay.
Voltage sensing for regulation and measurement can be
selected for internal or external. External voltage sensing can
compensate for voltage drops caused by load cable impedance.
To achieve the best output regulation select external sense and
connect the voltage sense wires at the load.
INITIAL SETUP The initial setup menu can be used to determine the AC source
settings at power up. CAUTION: The initial setup can be used
to power up the AC source with the output on and a high
voltage present at the output. For normal situations, this is not
recommended due to the potential danger to operators. It is
recommended that the initial voltage be set low and/or the
output relay be programmed to OFF for most situations.
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LIMIT SETUP The Limit menu shows the frequency, voltage and current limit
capabilities of the AC source. Any attempt to program the
output beyond these limits will result in a “-222 Data Out of
Range error”. Note that these limits are hardware determined
and cannot be changed by the user. They are shown for
reference only.
UTILITY 2
CONFIGURATION The Configuration menu shows the installed options. This
screen is for reference only and typically, no fields can be
changed by the user.
LANETWORK SETUP Displays or sets LAN interface settings. If the LAN option is
present, this screen may be used to view or change LAN
parameters. The MAC address is fixed and cannot be changed.
IP and Gateway addresses are normally assigned by the
network DCHP server. Changes to the other fields can be made
by pressing the SET button first. The indicator in the top right
hand of the screen will change from “NC” to “SET”. Note that
any setting changes made won’t take effect till after the unit has
been powered down and back up.
To set the LAN interface to AUTO IP mode, set the IP and
Gateway address to all zeros. This will cause the IP to be
requested from the network the next time power is cycled. To
manually set the IP and Gateway address, enter the address
from the keypad.
The Port address is normally set to 5025. The number of host
bits is a function of the network address range.
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ELAPSED TIME The elapsed time screen, when selected from the UTILITY
menu, will appear for about 3 seconds. The elapsed time shown
is the cumulative amount of time the power source has been on
from its initial build. This value is read only and cannot be
changed by the user.
The same screen also displays the internal AC source ambient
temperature in degrees C.
VIEWING ANGLE The viewing angle can be used to change the contrast ratio of
the LCD display. The range of the viewing angle parameter is
from -10 to +10. Setting the right viewing angle is matter of
personal taste. Set this parameter to a value that is most
comfortable for the user. To save a new viewing angle setting,
change the number to the desired value using the knob or the
keypad and press the ENTER key. The new value will blink. To
save it permanently, press the SET key.
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4.2.11.1 GPIB/RS232 (incl. USB/LAN) SETUP menu
Figure 4-21: GPIB/RS232 SETUP Menu
The GPIB/RS232 SETUP menu may be used to change the interface parameter settings for
both the IEEE-488 interface and the RS232, USB or LAN interface. The number of interfaces
available will depend on the specific model and options as well as the time of manufacture.
Older RS models do not offer USB or LAN interfaces. Newer models can be equipped with as
many as 4 different interfaces although only one can be used at the same time.
Refer to the RS Series Programming Manual P/N 7003-961 distributed in Adobe PDF format on
the same CD ROM as this user manual for more details on using the RS232, USB or LAN
interface.
The following parameters can be set from this menu:
GPIB ADDRESS Sets the IEEE-488 address used by the AC source. The
address value can be set from 0 through 31. Address 0 is often
reserved for the IEEE-488 controller. The factory setting is
address 1. Once changed, the IEEE-488 address is retained in
nonvolatile memory.
RS232 BAUDRATE This field can be used to set the RS232 baud rate to either
9600, 19,200, 38,400, 57600 or 115,200 baud. The baud rate
set on the AC source must match the one programmed for the
communications port of the controller. Baud rates higher than
115200 are provided for the USB and LAN interface modes
only. The same setting is used for USB and LAN modes. For
use with either USB or LAN, the baud rate in this screen must
be set to 460800. See UTILITY 2 screen for other LAN setup
parameters.
RS232 DATA This field is used to set the number of data bits to either 7 or 8.
Factory setting is 8 bits. This value must match the number of
data bits set on the communications port of the controller. For
USB or LAN use, always use factory settings.
RS232 PARITY This field is used to set the parity. Available options are Even
(E), Odd (O) or no parity (N). Factory setting is No parity. This
value must match the parity set on the communications port of
the controller. For USB or LAN use, always use factory settings.
RS232 STPBITS This field is used to set the number of stop bits used on the
serial port. Available options are 1 or 2 bits. Factory setting is 1
stop bit. This value must match the parity set on the
communications port of the controller. For USB or LAN use,
always use factory settings.
The number of start bits is always fixed to 1 bit.
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4.2.11.2 VOLTAGE/CURRENT CONTROL SETUP menu
Figure 4-22: VOLTAGE/CURRENT CONTROL SETUP Menu
The VOLTAGE/CURRENT CONTROL SETUP menu may be used to set output voltage and
current control parameters. These parameters are not frequently changed in the normal
operation of the AC source and are thus located on the UTILITY rather than the PROGRAM
menu.
The following options are available in this menu:
ALC MODE Automatic Level Control of programmed output voltage. This
mode will use the internal voltage measurements to adjust the
output voltage continuously as needed. This effectively
increases the output accuracy and regulation beyond what is
possible with ALC off.
OL MODE This field is used to select constant current (CC) or constant
voltage (CV) mode. The constant current mode will limit the
maximum amount of current drawn by the load to the set value.
The voltage will be reduced as needed after the trip delay time
to maintain the level of programmed current.
The constant voltage mode will maintain the set voltage as long
as the current drawn by the load does not exceed the current
limit programmed. If the current limit is exceeded, the output will
be shut off after the trip delay time.
TRIP DELAY The trip delay field may be used to set the amount of time to
hold off the current limit trip point. The minimum amount of time
is 100 ms or 0.1 sec. The maximum amount of time is 5.00 sec.
VOLT SENSE This field selects the internal or external sense line inputs.
Internal sense does not require the external sense lines to be
connected as sensing occurs at the output relay of the AC
source. For best results, connect the external sense lines and
select the EXT sense mode in this field. This will compensate
for voltage drop in the cables to the load. The measurements
are also taken at the sense points, so the external sense mode
should be used for best measurement results.
NO. OUTPUT This field is always set to three to indicate the 3 phase output
configuration of the RS Series.
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4.2.11.3 INITIAL SETUP menu
Figure 4-23: INITIAL SETUP Menus
Any time the power source is powered up, the output will reflect the values stored as the INITIAL
setup values. This allows the unit to be powered up in a known state at all times. The INITIAL
values can be set in the INITIAL SETUP menus.
The initial setup can be used to power up the power source with the output on and a high
voltage present at the output. For normal situations, this is not recommended due to the
potential danger to the operator. It is recommended that the initial voltage be set low and/or the
output relay be programmed to OFF for most situations.
The following fields are provided in the INITIAL SETUP menus:
Entry Description
INITIAL SETUP 1
VOLTAGE Sets the power-on AC voltage for AC and AC+DC modes or the
DC voltage for DC mode.
CURR LIMIT Sets the power-on current limit value.
FREQ Sets the power-on frequency value.
PHASE Sets the power-on frequency for phase A with respect to an
external sync signal. If the internal oscillator is used (default)
this setting has no effect.
INITIAL SETUP 2
VOLT RANGE Sets the power-on voltage range value.
VOLT MODE Sets the power-on voltage mode. Available settings are AC
mode, DC mode or AC+DC mode.
OL MODE Sets the power-on overload mode. Available settings are
Constant Current (CC) or Constant Voltage (CV) mode.
OUTPUT RELAY Sets the power-on state of the output relay. Available settings
are ON or OFF.
INITIAL SETUP 3
VOLT SENSE Sets the power-on state of the voltage sense mode. Available
settings are Internal (INT) or External (EXT).
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WAVE GROUP Sets the user defined waveform group that will be loaded at
power on. Available groups are 0, 1, 2 and 3. Each group can
contain up to 50 user-defined waveforms. A waveform group
can only be loaded at power up. To change groups, you must
change this field to the desired new group and cycle the power
to the AC source or issue a *RST command over one bus.
CLOCK MODE Sets the clock source used at power up. Available settings are
Stand Alone (STAND), MASTER (-LKM clock and lock master),
and AUX (-LKS clock and lock auxiliary).
NO. OUTPUT This field is always set to THREE can cannot be changed. It
reflects the three phase output configuration of the RS Sereis.
VOLT ALC Determines ALC mode at power on. The ALC mode adjusts the
output voltage based on internal voltage measurement system
and provides enhanced output regulation and accuracy.
Available settings are ON, OFF or REG.
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4.2.11.4 LIMIT SETUP screen
Figure 4-24: LIMIT SETUP Menu
The limit setup screen is not a menu but only serves to inform the user of the hardware
capabilities of the AC source. The cursor can be moved to any of the fields in this screen but
none of these fields can be changed. The following information is provided on this screen:
Entry Description
VOLTAGE Maximum AC rms or DC voltage available in the high voltage
range.
CUR LIMIT Maximum AC rms current limit available in the low voltage
range.
FREQ LO Lowest possible fundamental frequency that can be
programmed.
FREQ HI Highest possible fundamental frequency that can be
programmed.
PHASE C Phase angle of phase C with respect to phase A in three phase
mode. If the AC source is a single phase model, this field will
shown 0°. If the AC source is a split phase model, this field will
shown 180°.
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4.2.11.5 CONFIGURATION SETUP screens
Figure 4-25: CONFIGURATION SETUP Menus
The configuration setup screens are not menus but only serve to inform the user of the software
options installed in the AC source. The cursor can be moved to any of the fields in this screen
but none of these fields can be changed. The following information is provided on this screen:
Entry Description
CONFIGURATION SETUP 1
NO. OUTPUT Displays the phase mode option. SELECT indicates the phase
mode option is installed and the user can select between single
and three phase modes of operation.
FIXED indicates the phase mode option is not installed and only
single phase or three phase mode of operation is possible.
ADVANCE This field indicates the presence of advanced capabilities for
waveform generation and measurement analysis are present.
DO160 Indicates the presence of the RTCA DO160 test option. If this
option is installed, this field will show ON. If this option is not
installed, this field will show N/A (not available).
MIL704 Indicates the presence of the MIL/STD-704 Revision D and E
test option. If this option is installed, this field will show ON. If
this option is not installed, this field will show N/A (not
available).
CONFIGURATION SETUP 2
IEC 4-11 Indicates the presence of the IEC 1000-4-11 test option. If this
option is installed, this field will show ON. If this option is not
installed, this field will show N/A (not available).
IEC 4-13 Indicates the presence of the IEC 1000-4-13 test option. If this
option is installed, this field will show ON. If this option is not
installed, this field will show N/A (not available).
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