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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
NF Corporation

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  • Page 1 PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE DP Series INSTRUCTION MANUAL NF Corporation...
  • Page 3 DA00027113-001 PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE DP Series INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

  • Page 5: Preface

    ⎯⎯⎯ Preface ⎯⎯⎯ Thank you for purchasing our Programmable AC Power Source DP Series. For safe and correct use of the electrical product, please first read "Safety Precautions" on the next page.  Alert symbols in this manual This manual uses the following alert symbols. The instructions by these alert symbols shall be carefully obeyed to ensure equipment operator's safety and prevent damage to equipment.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    ⎯⎯⎯ Safety Precautions ⎯⎯⎯ For safe use, ensure to obey the following warnings and considerations. We are not responsible for damage resulting from failure to obey these warnings and considerations. This product is an insulation Class I device (with a protective conductor terminal) complying with the JIS and IEC standards.
  • Page 7  Prevention of electric shock by output voltage The maximum output of this product is ± 440 V. Be careful to avoid electric shock. Directly touching the output or changing the cable connection while the output is on may cause electric shock.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Page Preface ............................i Safety Precautions........................ii List of Figures ..........................x List of Tables ..........................xii 1. Outline ........................... 1 Overview ........................2 Series Line-up and Polyphase System Configuration ..........2 Features ........................4 2. Preparation before Use ......................7 Check before Use......................
  • Page 9 3.3.3 Using Soft-keys ....................42 3.3.4 Closing Windows....................43 3.3.5 Entering Values (Numerical Entry Box)............... 44 3.3.6 Entering Strings (Character String Entry Box) ............ 44 3.3.7 Using Shortcut Operations (SHIFT Key) ............. 46 Using the Continuous Function .................. 47 3.4.1 Setting the AC/DC Mode and the Signal Source ..........
  • Page 10 4.3.2 Simulation Function Parameters ............... 104 4.3.3 Output Examples Using Simulation Function............ 106 4.3.4 Process Flow in a Step ..................108 4.3.5 Editing Simulation ..................... 108 4.3.6 Loading a Simulation..................111 4.3.7 Executing Simulation..................114 4.3.8 Saving Simulation ..................... 116 4.3.9 Clear/Rename Simulation .................
  • Page 11 4.17.2 Using External Signal in DC-VCA Mode ............174 4.18 Control Using External Control Function ..............176 4.19 Synchronizing the Output Frequency with the Power Line or the External Signal ... 181 4.20 Amplifying the External Signal Input (Optional)............183 4.21 Turning the Output On or Off Rapidly...............
  • Page 12 Error Messages and Error Handling................. 222 8.1.1 Error Message Screen ..................222 8.1.2 If An Error Message is Displayed..............222 8.1.3 If An Error Occurs Repeatedly ................223 8.1.4 Protection Operation Types ................224 8.1.5 Error Message List .................... 225 When a Failure is Suspected ...................
  • Page 13 10.27 External Interface ..................... 267 10.28 USB Memory Interface ..................... 267 10.29 Waveform Monitor Output ..................268 10.30 Operation Environment .................... 269 10.31 Externals, Weight, and Terminal Block ..............270 10.32 Option ........................271 10.33 Outline Dimensional Drawing ................... 272 Index ............................

  • Page 14: List Of Figures

    Figures and Tables List of Figures Page Figure 1-1 Model Naming System ................... 3 Figure 2-1 How to Use the Adjuster Foot ................10 Figure 2-2 Terminal Panel Arrangement of Multi-phase Model (Rear) ........21 Figure 3-1 Component Name (Front) ..................32 Figure 3-2 Component Name (Rear)..................
  • Page 15 Error Message Screen Example ................ 222 Figure 10-1 Range of Ambient Temperature/Humidity ............269 Figure 10-2 DP015S, DP030S, DP030D (Type 1 cabinet) ............ 272 Figure 10-3 DP045S, DP045T, DP045M, DP060S, DP060D (Type 2 cabinet) ..... 273 Figure 10-4 DP075S, DP090S, DP090D, DP090T (Type 3 cabinet)........274 Figure 10-5 DP090M, DP105S, DP120S, DP120D (Type 4 cabinet) ........
  • Page 16 List of Tables Page Table 1-1 Series Line-up (Single-phase Model, Polyphase Model) ........3 Table 1-2 Series Line-up (Multi-phase Model) ............... 3 Table 1-3 Polyphase System Configuration List ..............4 Table 2-1 List of Content......................8 Table 2-2 Heat Value (Estimate at Power Input 200 V, Rated Output)........9 Table 2-3 Weight ........................
  • Page 17 Table 5-2 Status Icons ....................... 199 Table 5-3 Measured Value Display Items ................200 Table 5-4 Output Setting Display Items ................201 Table 5-5 Menus of the Continuous Function ..............202 Table 5-6 Menus of the Sequence Function ..............203 Table 5-7 Menus of the Simulation Function..............

  • Page 19: Outline

    1. Outline Overview ····································································· 2 Series Line-up and Polyphase System Configuration· 2 Features ······································································ 4 DP Series...

  • Page 20: Overview

    1. Outline Overview The DP series offers a compact, lightweight, and highly-efficient power system, ranging from single-phase 1.5 kVA to three-phase 36 kVA at a maximum. It also provides various interfaces such as the external control input/output, communication interface, and remote controller (some of them are optional) to address a wide variety of usage.

  • Page 21: Figure 1-1 Model Naming System

    1.2 Series Line-up and Polyphase System Configuration Table 1-1 Series Line-up (Single-phase Model, Polyphase Model) Table 1-2 Series Line-up (Multi-phase Model) Setting of phase mode setting switch DP045M DP090M Operates as DP045S. Operates as DP090S. 1φ2W (Single-phase two-wire output) Does not support the polyphase system connection which uses the optional System Cable.

  • Page 22: Features

    1. Outline Table 1-3 Polyphase System Configuration List Features  Various interfaces to address a variety of usage In addition to RS232, USB, and GPIB (optional) to use for the remote controlling from a computer or sequencer, you can use a contact/TTL signal to turn the output on/off or switch the memory without using a computer.
  • Page 23 1.3 Features  Control Software included by default You can perform the following operations by using Control Software included in the attached CD-ROM: • Operations same as those performed on the control panel • Editing/transferring/exporting the arbitrary waveform data* • Data logging (importing the measured values) •...
  • Page 24 1. Outline PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 25: Preparation Before Use

    2. Preparation before Use Check before Use························································ 8 About Installation Environment ··································· 8 Cautions during Moving and Transportation ············· 11 Grounding and Power Connections ·························· 13 Output and System Cable Connection ······················ 17 How to Tilt Control Panel··········································· 26 Simple Operation Check ··········································· 27 Calibration ·································································...

  • Page 26: Check Before Use

     Safety Precautions (Page ii)  2.4 Grounding and Power Connections  Check the appearance and contents. If there is any problem, contact the seller (NF Corporation or our agent) from whom you purchased the product.  Appearance check Make sure that there is no damage or dent made during the transportation on the LCD screen, keys, jog, or shuttle of the control panel, or rear connectors.

  • Page 27: Table 2-2 Heat Value (Estimate At Power Input 200 V, Rated Output)

    2.2 About Installation Environment Table 2-2 Heat Value (Estimate at Power Input 200 V, Rated Output) Model Rated output Heat value DP015S 1.5 kVA 0.5 kW 430 kcal/h DP030S 3 kVA 0.9 kW 780 kcal/h DP045S 4.5 kVA 1.4 kW...

  • Page 28: Figure 2-1 How To Use The Adjuster Foot

    2. Preparation before Use Adjuster Foot The Adjuster Foot can be moved up by turning it to left (counterclockwise) as viewed from above, and moved down by turning it to right (clockwise). Move the Adjuster Foot down by using a spanner (19 mm diameter).

  • Page 29: Cautions During Moving And Transportation

     Check before movement and transportation  Check the weight before moving the product (Table 2-3).  If you transport this product, consult with the seller (NF Corporation or our agent) from whom you purchased the product.  Moving with casters The casters attached to this product is intended for use to move the product on a horizontal surface.
  • Page 30 2. Preparation before Use Adjuster Foot Down WARNING  Do not use the casters to move this product on a sloped surface. This product may move automatically due to its own weight, and cause physical injury.  Do not use the casters to move this product on a uneven or irregular surface. This product may fall down, and cause physical injury.

  • Page 31: Grounding And Power Connections

    2.4 Grounding and Power Connections Grounding and Power Connections  Ensure to ground. This product uses a line filter. If the product is not grounded, an electric shock might occur. WARNING  Ensure to connect the protective conductor terminal of the power input terminal of this product to an earth ground so that ground resistance is 100Ω...

  • Page 32: Table 2-4 Power Input Terminal

    2. Preparation before Use  About power input terminal Table 2-4 Power Input Terminal DP015, DP030, DP075, DP090, DP045, DP060 DP105, DP120 Screw  About power input cable The power input cable supplied with this product varies in diameter depending on the rated output as shown in Table 2-5.
  • Page 33 2.4 Grounding and Power Connections 1. Remove the resin-molded power input terminal cover and the power input cable holder. 2. Connect the power input cable to the power input terminal of this product. Be sure to tighten the screws firmly. DP Series...
  • Page 34 2. Preparation before Use 3. Attach the resin-molded power input terminal cover and the power input cable holder. 4. Ensure that the power switch of this product is turned off, and then connect the power input cable to the single-phase distribution board. LINE OUTPUT SENSE...

  • Page 35: Output And System Cable Connection

    2.5 Output and System Cable Connection Output and System Cable Connection  Before connecting, check the followings. WARNING  Before touching the output terminal, be sure to turn off the power switch of this product, and cut the power to the distribution board. Otherwise, an electric shock might occur. CAUTION ...
  • Page 36 2. Preparation before Use 2. Connect the output terminal to the load with a cable. Be sure to tighten the screws firmly. If you want to ground the output terminal at one point only, ground the Lo terminal. The Hi terminal should not be grounded.

  • Page 37: Polyphase Model

    2.5 Output and System Cable Connection Table 2-7 Outlet List Type NEMA 5-15 CEE 7 Lo Hi Form and Terminals Maximum Voltage 125 Vrms 250 Vrms Maximum Current 15 Arms 15 Arms Available 100 V range 100 V range Output Range 200 V range CAUTION ...
  • Page 38 2. Preparation before Use 2. Connect the output terminal to the load with a cable. Connect voltage lines to the L1, L2, and L3 output terminals of this product. Connect a neutral line to the N terminal of output terminal of this product, if necessary.

  • Page 39: Multi-Phase Model

    2.5 Output and System Cable Connection 2.5.3 Multi-phase Model The output terminal of DP045M/DP090M is divided into two terminals, the polyphase output terminal and the single-phase output terminal, as shown in Figure 2–2. The single-phase two-wire (1P2W) output uses the single-phase output terminal, and the single-phase three-wire (1P3W) output and the three-phase four-wire (3P4W) output use the polyphase output terminal.

  • Page 40: Polyphase System

    2. Preparation before Use 2.5.4 Polyphase System System Cable (1P3W) System Cable (3P4W) Single-phase three-wire system Three-phase four-wire system Optional System Cable should be connected to the SYSTEM I/O connector of this product. The cabinet which the L1 connector of the System Cable is connected to becomes L1 phase, and the output terminals Hi and Lo correspond to the L1 and N terminals, respectively.
  • Page 41 2.5 Output and System Cable Connection  Connection procedure 1. Connect the connector L1 of the System Cable to the SYSTEM I/O connector of the cabinet which is to be L1 phase. Also connect the L2 and L3 connectors in the same way. 2.
  • Page 42 2. Preparation before Use 3. Connect the output terminal to the load with a cable. Connect a voltage line to the Hi output terminal of each cabinet. The neutral line can be connected to the Lo terminal with two methods described below.
  • Page 43 2.5 Output and System Cable Connection OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT Load (Cabinet ground terminal) (b)Three-phase three-wire connection 4. Attach the resin-molded output terminal cover and the output cable holder to each cabinet. DP Series...

  • Page 44: How To Tilt Control Panel

    2. Preparation before Use How to Tilt Control Panel You can tilt up the control panel to operate it. There is a lever in the back under the control panel, which is locked with the hook of the chassis, being pulled by a spring. The hook consists of two steps, which can be used to tilt the control panel and fix it in two way.

  • Page 45: Simple Operation Check

    2.7 Simple Operation Check Simple Operation Check This section describes how to perform a simple operation check when you purchased a new product, or after storing the product for a long period. This check should be performed without load. For a polyphase system, remove the System Cable, and check the single-phase output for each cabinet.
  • Page 46 2. Preparation before Use 4. Turn on the switch of the distribution board, and then turn on the power switch of this product. Check that all LEDs on the control panel illuminate for several seconds, and then turn off, and that our logo mark appears on the LCD screen (see 3.2.4).
  • Page 47 2.7 Simple Operation Check 7. Check that the measured values of 100 V range, AC-INT, V, and I are displayed in rms, and that the AC voltage (ACV) is set to 0 V. 8. «Only for the polyphase model, the polyphase output of the Multi-phase model, or the polyphase system»...

  • Page 48: Calibration

    2. Preparation before Use 9. Press the OUTPUT key to turn the output on. Press the V key to open the numerical entry box for AC voltage (ACV). Raise the AC voltage setting value gradually by using the jog, shuttle, arrow keys, and numeric keypad.

  • Page 49: Basic Operation

    3. Basic Operation Component Name ····················································· 32 Power On/Off····························································· 37 Basic Key Operations················································ 41 Using the Continuous Function ································· 47 DP Series...

  • Page 50: Component Name

    3. Basic Operation Component Name 3.1.1 Front 1. 操作パネル 1. Control panel 3. USB memory connector 2. Remote controller connector 2. リモートコントローラコネクタ 3. USBメモリコネクタ 4. Front grill 4. フロントグリル 5. Front grill holder 5. フロントグリル固定金具 6. Outlet 6. 出力アウトレット 7. Power switch 7.

  • Page 51: Table 3-1 Component Name (Front)

    3.1 Component Name Table 3-1 Component Name (Front) Number Name Description Refer to Control panel Configures the settings and turns the 3.1.3 output on or off. Information such as setting values and measured values is displayed on the LCD screen. Remote controller Optional remote controller can be connector...

  • Page 52: Rear

    3. Basic Operation 3.1.2 Rear 1. External signal input 5. GPIB connector (optional) 1. 外部信号入力コネクタ 5. GPIBコネクタ（オプション） connector 2. モニタ出力コネクタ 6. RS232コネクタ 2. Monitor output connector 6. RS232 connector 7. USBコネクタ 7. USB connector 3. SYSTEM I/Oコネクタ 3. SYSTEM I/O connector 4.

  • Page 53: Table 3-2 Component Name (Rear)

    3.1 Component Name Table 3-2 Component Name (Rear) Number Name Description Refer to External signal input Used when controlling the voltage value 4.17, connector setting by the external signal (VCA), 4.19, when synchronizing the output frequency 4.20 with the external signal (SYNC), and when outputting the amplified external †...

  • Page 54: Control Panel

    3. Basic Operation 3.1.3 Control Panel 9. メモリキー 9. MEMORY key 8. LCD screen 8. LCD画面 10. Vキー 10. V key 11. Fキー 11. F key 12. Iキー 12. I key 13. SHIFT key 13. シフトキー 1. LIMIT LED 14. SHIFT LED 14.

  • Page 55: Power On/Off

    3.2 Power On/Off Table 3-3 Component Name (Control Panel) (continued) Number Name Description Refer to I key Opens the RMS current limiter set window. 4.1.2 SHIFT key Turns on or off the shift state, which 3.3.7 enables Shortcut operations. SHIFT LED Illuminates when the shift state is turned on.

  • Page 56: Set The Output Phase Mode (Multi-Phase Model Only)

    3. Basic Operation 3.2.2 Set the Output Phase Mode (Multi-phase model Only)  Operation procedure Switch the phase mode setting switch in the power off state depending on the output phase mode. スイッチをスライドさせて設定する。 Set the switch by sliding it. 3φ4W 1φ2W 1φ3W CAUTION...

  • Page 57: Screen Display And Operations At Starting Up

    1. The "NF" logo mark is displayed for a few seconds or more than 10 seconds. The length for which this logo is displayed depends on your model and system.

  • Page 58: Checking The Rated Power

    3. Basic Operation 3.2.6 Checking the Rated Power On the screen after startup, the rated power icon is displayed in the position shown in Figure 3–5. The value in the icon indicates the maximum electric power that can be output. In Figure 3–5, the maximum electric power is 6.0 kVA.

  • Page 59: Basic Key Operations

    3.3 Basic Key Operations Basic Key Operations 3.3.1 Changing the Output Function (Continuous Output/Sequence/Simulation) To change the Continuous output/Sequence/Simulation function, press the MENU key. This operation displays the root menu shown in Figure 3–6. Five icons are available in the root menu. The cursor location is informed by the highlighted icon. The description of the icon at the cursor location is displayed in the box located at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 60: Using Soft-Keys

    3. Basic Operation You cannot select grayed items in a selection box, which are different depending on your model or setting. Figure 3-7 The Example of a Selection Box  Data list box When selecting data in the memory, the data list box shown in Figure 3–8 is displayed. To select a data in a data list box, hover the cursor over the box by using the arrow keys or jog and press the ENTER key.

  • Page 61: Closing Windows

    3.3 Basic Key Operations ソフトキー機能 Soft-key function Figure 3-9 Soft-key Function 3.3.4 Closing Windows  The window with the [Close] button Following three methods are available to close the window with the [Close] button shown in Figure 3–10.  Move the cursor to the [Close] button in the window by using the arrow keys or the jog and press the ENTER key.

  • Page 62: Entering Values (Numerical Entry Box)

    3. Basic Operation Figure 3-11 The Example of the Window with the [OK]/[Cancel] Button 3.3.5 Entering Values (Numerical Entry Box)  Entering values with arrow keys/jog or shuttle For an item to set value, hover the cursor over the value (which will be highlighted) and press the ENTER key to open a numerical entry box shown in Figure 3–12 in which you can enter a value.

  • Page 63: Figure 3-13 Character String Entry Box

    3.3 Basic Key Operations operation opens a character string entry box shown in Figure 3–13. When you turn the jog or press the up or down arrow key in a character string entry box, the character at the cursor (highlighted character) is changed in a way shown in Table 3-5. When you press a key in the numeric keypad, the corresponding value or symbol is entered.

  • Page 64: Using Shortcut Operations (Shift Key)

    3. Basic Operation 3.3.7 Using Shortcut Operations (SHIFT Key) When you press the SHIFT key, the SHIFT LED illuminates. In this state (shift state), pressing one of the V, F, I, and any keys in the numeric keypad enables shown in Table 3-6. In this instruction manual, pressing a key in the shift state is denoted by "...

  • Page 65: Using The Continuous Function

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function Using the Continuous Function 3.4.1 Setting the AC/DC Mode and the Signal Source The description of the AC/DC mode is shown in Table 3-7. The description of the signal source is shown in Table 3-8. The selectable combinations of the AC/DC mode and the signal source is shown in Table 3-9.

  • Page 66: Table 3-9 List Of The Selectable Combinations Of The Ac/Dc Mode And The Signal Source

    3. Basic Operation Table 3-9 List of the Selectable Combinations of the AC/DC Mode and the Signal Source Output Signal source AC/DC phase mode SYNC mode 1P2W AC-INT AC-VCA AC-SYNC AC-EXT AC-ADD ACDC ACDC-INT ACDC-SYNC ACDC-EXT ACDC-ADD DC-INT DC-VCA 1P3W AC-INT AC-VCA AC-SYNC...
  • Page 67 3.4 Using the Continuous Function 3. Press the [Osc] soft-key and select [2:Source]. 4. In the displayed selection box, select the desired signal source.  Operation procedures by using shortcuts Switching the AC/DC mode Press the SHIFT key to enter the shift state (the SHIFT LED illuminates). When you press the 7 key of the numeric keypad during the shift state, the AC/DC mode is switched in the following order: AC, ACDC, DC, AC.

  • Page 68: Setting The Output Range

    3. Basic Operation Switching the signal source Press the SHIFT key to enter the shift state (the SHIFT LED illuminates). When you press the 8 key of the numeric keypad during the shift state, the signal source is switched in the following order: INT, VCA, SYNC, EXT, ADD, INT.

  • Page 69: Setting Waveforms

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function  Operation procedures using soft-keys 1. Press the [Osc] soft-key and select [3:Range]. 2. In the displayed selection box, select the desired output range.  Operation procedures using the RANGE key The range is toggled between 100 V range and 200 V range every time you press the RANGE key. 3.4.3 Setting Waveforms You can select a waveform of the internal signal source from sine wave (SIN), clipped sine wave (CLP, three types available), and arbitrary waveform (ARB, 16 types available).
  • Page 70 3. Basic Operation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  The AC voltage setting (ACV) is common between SIN and CLP, but ARB is independent of these. When you switch the waveform selection among SIN, CLP, and ARB, the AC voltage setting is also switched. The DC output voltage setting (DCV) is same regardless of the waveform setting.

  • Page 71: Setting The Output Voltage (Single-Phase Output)

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function key, the setting window opens for the clipped sine wave or the selection window opens for the arbitrary waveform. In this window, set or select items as needed. 3.4.4 Setting the Output Voltage (Single-phase Output) Set the AC component and DC component separately for the output voltage of the internal signal source.

  • Page 72: Setting The Output Voltage (Polyphase Output)

    3. Basic Operation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Set the RMS values for the voltages of the sine wave (SIN) and the clipped sine wave (CLP) and the Peak-to-Peak value for the voltage of the arbitrary waveform (ARB). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Operation procedures for setting the DC voltage 1.
  • Page 73 3.4 Using the Continuous Function 2. Select the [ACV] item and then enter a numeric value. For how to enter values, see 3.3.5.  Operation procedures for setting the line voltage 1. Press the [Osc] soft-key and select [5:Target Phs] → [5:All Line]. Or perform the Shortcut operation to switch to [All Line].

  • Page 74: Setting The Output Frequency

    3. Basic Operation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  The line voltage can be set only for the sine wave in the balanced mode. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.4.6 Setting the Output Frequency Set the AC component frequency of the internal signal source.  Operation procedure 1.

  • Page 75: Turning The Output On Or Off

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function 2. Set the on and off phase in the [On Phase] item and [Off Phase] item respectively. If you want to disable the off phase, select [Disable]. 3. Close the window. For how to close the window, see 3.3.4. -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

  • Page 76: Using The Measurement Function

    3. Basic Operation 3.4.9 Using the Measurement Function The measured values are displayed in the measured value area (see 5.1). The main measurement functions of this product are shown in Table 3-11. For details of the display items of the measured value, see 5.1.2.

  • Page 77: Switching The Display Format (Rms/Avg/Peak) Of The Measured Value

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function Table 3-11 Main Measurement Functions (continued) Item Description Unit Power factor The power factor of the load. The power — factor of the phase is displayed when in the phase voltage display in the polyphase model and polyphase system. It is not displayed when in the line voltage display.
  • Page 78 3. Basic Operation 2. Select the [Type] item. In the displayed selection box, select the desired measuring mode. 3. Close the window. For how to close the window, see 3.3.4.  Operation procedures by using shortcuts Switching the display format of the measured values Press the SHIFT key to enter the shift state (the SHIFT LED illuminates).

  • Page 79: Enlarge Display Letters For The Measured Value

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function 3.4.11 Enlarge Display Letters for the Measured Value You can switch the measured value display mode between normal (normal) and the mode in which the letters are enlarged (simple) shown in Figure 3–14. In the Simple View mode, three types of measured values are displayed.
  • Page 80 3. Basic Operation  Selecting the measured value being displayed in the Simple View mode (procedure 1) 1. In the Simple View mode, press the [Measure] soft-key and select [5:Disp Item]. The setting window for display items opens. 2. In the [Item1] to [Item3] items, select measured values to be displayed. 3.

  • Page 81: Clearing The Output Current Peak-Hold Value

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function  Selecting the measured value being displayed in the Simple View mode (procedure 2) In the Simple View mode, hover the cursor over the measured value item and press the ENTER key. The selection box for choosing display items opens. 3.4.12 Clearing the Output Current Peak-hold Value The output current peak-hold value is the maximum absolute value of the measured output current peak value, which is then updated appending signs and held.
  • Page 82 3. Basic Operation 2. Move the cursor to [Exec] of the [Ipk-H Clr] item and press the ENTER key. 3. Close the window. For how to close the window, see 3.3.4.  Operation procedures by using shortcuts Clearing the current peak-hold value Press the SHIFT key to enter the shift state (the SHIFT LED illuminates).

  • Page 83: Switching The Target Phase Of Which The Measured Values Are Displayed (Polyphase Output)

    3.4 Using the Continuous Function 3.4.13 Switching the Target Phase of which the Measured Values are Displayed (Polyphase Output) You can switch the phase of which the measured values is displayed on the LCD screen in the polyphase model and of L1 cabinet in the polyphase system. You can select the line voltage display. -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...
  • Page 84 3. Basic Operation 2. In the [Target Phs] item, select the phase of which the measured value is to be displayed. For the line voltage, select L1-L2, L2-L3, or L3-L1. 3. Close the window. For how to close the window, see 3.3.4. ...

  • Page 85: Advanced Operation

    4. Advanced Operation Using Limiter, Setting Limiter ···································· 68 Using Sequence Function ········································· 75 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function··································································· 103 Measuring Harmonic Current ·································· 127 Measuring Inrush Current········································ 129 Using Clipped Sine Wave········································ 131 Outputting Arbitrary Waveform ································ 134 Using Memory Function ··········································...

  • Page 86: Using Limiter, Setting Limiter

    4. Advanced Operation Using Limiter, Setting Limiter 4.1.1 Use Peak Current Limiter Peak value of output current is limited by the peak current limiter. While the limiter is working, icon is displayed and LIMIT LED illuminates. Setting values of peak current limiter are variable, and kept independently for each of 100 V and 200 V ranges.
  • Page 87 4.1 Using Limiter, Setting Limiter 2. In the [+Iop]/[ − Iop] item, set the peak current limiter value of positive/negative. 3. Set the [Output OFF] item as [Enable] or [Disable]. When setting to [Enable], also set the time from the start of limiter operation to the output off. 4.

  • Page 88: Using Rms Current Limiter

    4. Advanced Operation 4.1.2 Using RMS Current Limiter Effective value of output current is limited by the RMS current limiter. While the limiter is working, icon is displayed and LIMIT LED illuminates. Setting values of RMS current limiter are variable, and kept independently for each of 100 V and 200 V ranges.

  • Page 89: Using Voltage Setting Range Limit

    4.1 Using Limiter, Setting Limiter 2. Set the value of RMS current limiter in [Io] item. 3. Set the [Output OFF] item as [Enable] or [Disable]. When setting to [Enable], also set the time from the start of limiter operation to the output off. 4.
  • Page 90 4. Advanced Operation Balanced three-phase output: × Phase voltage Line voltage Balanced single-phase three-wire output: × Phase voltage Line voltage The limiting value should be set using the effective value or the positive and negative peak value. The effective value can be used only when in the AC mode and the waveform is a sine wave or a clipped sine wave.

  • Page 91: Using Frequency Setting Range Limit

    4.1 Using Limiter, Setting Limiter 2. The screen for the effective value setting or the peak value setting opens depending on the signal source setting/output waveform settings made here. Set the voltage setting range limiting value in the [V] item (effective value setting) and [+Vop]/[ − Vop] item (peak value setting). Effective Value Setting Peak value setting 3.

  • Page 92: About Wattage Limiter

    4. Advanced Operation  Operation procedure 1. Push [Limiter] soft-key to select 3: V/F Limiter (or push ). Opens the setting window for the voltage/frequency setting range limit. 2. Set values in the [Freq Up]/[Freq Lo] item so that the upper value of the frequency setting range limit is higher than or equal to the lower limit.

  • Page 93: Using Sequence Function

    4.2 Using Sequence Function Table 4-1 Wattage Limiter Value per Phase (Reference value, Unit: W) Single-phase model Single-phase three-wire model Three-phase model Rated output Power Input Power Input Power Input per phase 100 V system 200 V system 100 V system 200 V system 100 V system 200 V system Note: Power input 100 V system is for power input voltage 170 V or less.

  • Page 94: Figure 4-1 Step-Control Parameters And Intra-Step Parameters

    4. Advanced Operation  Keep a sequence setting The sequence setting is kept per AC/DC mode. Every time AC/DC mode is changed, the sequence setting that is already kept is loaded. The sequence setting is cleared when the power is turned off. To save the setting, you need to save it in internal memory or USB memory (see 4.9).

  • Page 95: Figure 4-2 Step Behavior

    4.2 Using Sequence Function  Step Behavior (Const, Keep, Sweep) For the intra-Step parameter other than waveforms and phases, the following three patterns can be set as the method to change values in the step.  Constant (Const) Fixed to the value set in the step. ...

  • Page 96: Parameters Of Sequence Function

    4. Advanced Operation 4.2.2 Parameters of Sequence Function Table 4-2 shows the parameters of Sequence function. The common parameters are common to one sequence. In Sequence function, signal source is fixed to INT. In each step, set the step-control parameter and the intra-Step parameter. As for intra-Step parameter, the item and range that can be set differ depending on the output range (100 V/200 V range) and output mode (AC-INT/ACDC-INT/DC-INT) as in the case of continuous output function.
  • Page 97 4.2 Using Sequence Function  Jump count (Jump Cnt) Number of times of jumps to jump to the step specified in Jump-to. This can be set when Jump-to ([Jump To]) is selected. When the Jump count is set to 0, infinite times of jumps occur. -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

  • Page 98: Figure 4-3 Stop Phase

    4. Advanced Operation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Step Start Phase setting can be disabled. In that case, the phase when the phase starts becomes the phase when the previous step ended.  In DC mode, the step Start Phase cannot be set. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

  • Page 99: Example Of Output Using Sequence Function

    4.2 Using Sequence Function 4.2.3 Example of Output Using Sequence Function As an example, consider the sequence that gradually changes DC voltage like Figure 4–4. Set the output mode to DC-INT. Edit the sequence like Table 4-3. Parameters not included in this table should be left as the factory default setting.

  • Page 100: Figure 4-5 Process Flow In Sequence Step

    4. Advanced Operation Start 開始 During the specified Step Time, output is performed according to 指定のステップ時間の間，ステップ動作種別設定に従い出力 the Step Behavior setting. When If Hold operation is executed on します。途中でホールド操作が行われたら，リジューム操作 the way, output state is kept until Resume operation is executed. が行われるまで出力状態を保持します。 When step termination setting is Hold, output state is kept until ステップ終端設定がホールドなら，リジューム操作が行われ...

  • Page 101: Edit A Sequence

    4.2 Using Sequence Function 4.2.5 Edit a Sequence -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  A sequence being edited is kept per AC/DC mode. If AC/DC mode is changed, the edited contents of sequence are loaded based on the change.  When the power is turned off, edited contents of the sequence are cleared, and all sequences have the default setting values when it is started next time.
  • Page 102 4. Advanced Operation 2. Set the parameter of each step. You can move between each step by changing [Step No.]. Step number ステップ番号 3. You can select s or ms as the unit of Step Time by selecting [Misc] soft-key → [1: TimeUnit]. 4.

  • Page 103: Load A Sequence

    4.2 Using Sequence Function 4.2.6 Load a Sequence -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  When the sequence is loaded, the sequence being edited at that time is discarded.  In Sequence Control View, a sequence cannot be loaded. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Load the sequence stored in the internal memory 1.
  • Page 104 4. Advanced Operation 3. Specify the memory number of the sequence to be loaded in [Memory No.] item, and then push [Recall] soft-key. 4. The confirmation window for loading the sequence opens. Select [OK]. The sequence with the specified memory number is loaded. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...
  • Page 105 4.2 Using Sequence Function  Load the sequence stored in the USB memory For how to connect USB memory to this product, and how to disconnect from this product, see 4.9. 1. In Sequence Edit View, select [File] soft-key → [2: Recall]. Sequence Recall View is opened. 2.
  • Page 106 4. Advanced Operation 3. From data list box, select the sequence to load. 4. Push the [Recall] soft-key. 5. The confirmation window for loading the sequence opens. Select [OK]. The specified sequence data is loaded. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  The number of sequence data files saved in a USB memory should be 500 or less. If the number of files exceeds this limit, the product cannot recognize the sequence data files in the USB memory.

  • Page 107: Execute A Sequence

    4.2 Using Sequence Function 4.2.7 Execute a Sequence The edited sequence can be executed after converted to executable program by compile operation.  Transition to Sequence Control View When pushing [Compile] soft-key in the Sequence Edit View, the edited sequence is compiled, and then the screen transitions to Sequence Control View.
  • Page 108 4. Advanced Operation 2. When pushing [Start] soft-key, the sequence is started. While the sequence is executed, icon is displayed. 3. When [Stop] soft-key is pushed while sequence is executed, the execution transitions to the output state that is set in the step No. 0, and then sequence is terminated. The output remains -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...
  • Page 109 4.2 Using Sequence Function  Suspend a sequence 1. When pushing [Hold] soft-key while a sequence is executed, the sequence is suspended. The output state is kept while suspended. Icon is displayed. 2. To restart the sequence, push [Resume] soft-key. If you push [Stop] soft-key, the execution transitions to step No.

  • Page 110: Save A Sequence

    4. Advanced Operation  Branch a sequence If you push [Bran1] or [Bran2] soft-key while a sequence is executing, the execution transitions to the branch step 1 or 2 that is set in the step being executed. 4.2.8 Save a Sequence -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...
  • Page 111 4.2 Using Sequence Function 2. In the [To] item, select [1: System]. 3. Specify the memory number of location to save in [Memory No.] item, and then push [Store] soft-key. 4. A window to confirm the save name opens. Enter the name, and then select [OK]. For how to enter a string, see 3.3.6.
  • Page 112 4. Advanced Operation  Save a sequence to USB memory For how to connect USB memory to this product, and how to disconnect from this product, see 4.9. 1. In Sequence Edit View, select [File] soft-key → [1: Store]. Sequence Store View is opened. 2.
  • Page 113 4.2 Using Sequence Function 3. Push [New] soft-key to save for the first time. To overwrite the existing data, select the data to be overwritten in data list box, and push [Store] soft-key. 4. A window to confirm the store name opens. Enter the name, and then select [OK]. For how to enter a string, see 3.3.6.

  • Page 114: Clear/Rename Sequence

    4. Advanced Operation 4.2.9 Clear/Rename Sequence  Clear/Rename a sequence saved in internal memory 1. In Sequence Edit View, select [File] soft-key → [1: Store]. Sequence Store View is opened. 2. In the [To] item, select [1: System]. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...
  • Page 115 4.2 Using Sequence Function 3. Specify the number of memory to be operated in [Memory No.] item. 4. To clear, push [Clear] soft-key. Confirmation message is displayed. Select [OK]. In the cleared number of the memory, the sequence data at factory shipment is stored. DP Series...
  • Page 116 4. Advanced Operation 5. To rename, push [Rename] soft-key. Rename window opens. Enter a new name and then select [OK]. For how to enter a string, see 3.3.6.  Delete/Rename a sequence saved in USB memory For how to connect USB memory to this product, and how to disconnect from this product, see 4.9. 1.
  • Page 117 4.2 Using Sequence Function 2. In the [To] item, select [2: USB]. 3. Select the data that is the target of the operation in the data list box. 4. To clear, push [Delete] soft-key. Confirmation message is displayed. Select [OK]. The corresponding file in USB memory is deleted.

  • Page 118: Set So As The Sequence Function Is Selected At Power-On

    4. Advanced Operation 5. To rename, push [Rename] soft-key. Rename window opens. Enter a new name and then select [OK]. For how to enter a string, see 3.3.6. 4.2.10 Set so as the Sequence Function is Selected at Power-on You can set so as the Sequence function is selected at power-on. ...

  • Page 119: Sequence Control By External Control

    4.2 Using Sequence Function 2. In [PwOn Mode] item, select [2: Seq]. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  To set so as to continuous output function is selected at power-on, select [1: Cont] in [PwOn Mode] item. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4.2.11 Sequence Control by External Control External control enables to start/stop/suspend/branch a sequence and to recall the memory.

  • Page 120: Figure 4-7 Sequence Edit View

    4. Advanced Operation  Sequence Edit View (always output off state) アイコン Icon step number ステップ番号 Step-control parameter ステップ制御パラメタ Intra-Step parameter ステップ内パラメタ Figure 4-7 Sequence Edit View  Sequence Control View (output off state/sequence stopped) Icon アイコン Measured Value to be 計測値表示...

  • Page 121: Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function

    4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function  Sequence Control View (output on state/sequence stopped) アイコン Icon Measured Value to be 計測値表示 displayed Output setting of step ステップNo. 0の出力設定 No.0 Figure 4-10 Sequence Control View (Output On State/Sequence Stopped) Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function 4.3.1 Basics The Power fluctuation testing (Simulation) function (optional) allows you to edit and output voltage patterns that simulate power line anomalies such as blackout, voltage rise, voltage drop, abrupt...

  • Page 122: Simulation Function Parameters

    4. Advanced Operation  Initial Step Initial Step is assigned to the stand-by state before the simulation starts. The DP Series also moves to the Initial Step and becomes stand-by state after the simulation ends, except when the repeat count is specified to 0 (= infinite count). ...

  • Page 123: Figure 4-11 Simulation Function Steps

    4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function  Relationship between each step and settable Step parameters V1, F1 V1, F1 Voltage and 電圧・周波数は 正常1と同じ frequency are V3, F3 same as Normal 1 Normal1 Trans1 Abnormal Trans2 Normal2 移行1 異常 移行2 定常2 定常1 Trigger output...

  • Page 124: Output Examples Using Simulation Function

    4. Advanced Operation phase opens. The stop phase can be set at the Normal 1, Normal 2, and Abnormal steps. For other steps, the stop phase is fixed to OFF and cannot be specified.  Trigger output (Trig Out) State output to CONTROL I/O connector. This specifies whether the trigger output presents when the step starts.

  • Page 125: Figure 4-13 Voltage Change Simulation Example

    4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function Table 4-6 Voltage Dip Simulation Edit Example Step Initial Normal 1 Trans 1 Abnormal Trans 2 Normal 2 Step Time — 0.5 s AC voltage 100 V 100 V — 70 V — —...

  • Page 126: Process Flow In A Step

    4. Advanced Operation 4.3.4 Process Flow in a Step Figure 4–14 shows the process flow in one step. The End operation causes the transition as shown in Figure 4–15. Start 開始 If the Start Phase is set to ON, the output starts with the set start phase. ステップ開始位相設定がオンなら，設定された開始位相から...
  • Page 127 4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function  Transition to Simulation Edit View Press the MENU key to open the root menu, then select [Simulation] (see 3.3.1). While the Simulation Control View is displayed, if you push [Edit] soft-key that is displayed in the output off state, the execution transitions to the Simulation Edit View.
  • Page 128 4. Advanced Operation 3. You can select s or ms as the unit of Step Time by selecting [Misc] soft-key → [1: TimeUnit]. 4. You can set polarity of trigger output and pulse width by selecting [Misc] soft-key → [2: Trig Out].

  • Page 129: Loading A Simulation

    4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function 4.3.6 Loading a Simulation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  When a simulation is loaded, the simulation you are editing is discarded.  Simulation cannot be loaded in the Simulation Control View. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Load the simulation stored in the internal memory 1.
  • Page 130 4. Advanced Operation 3. Specify the memory number of simulation to be loaded in [Memory No.] item, and then push [Recall] soft-key. 4. The confirmation window for loading the simulation opens. Select [OK]. The simulation with the specified memory number is loaded. ...
  • Page 131 4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function 1. In Simulation Edit View, select [File] soft-key → [2: Recall]. The Simulation Recall View opens. 2. In the [From] item, select [2: USB]. 3. In the data list box, select the simulation to load. DP Series...

  • Page 132: Executing Simulation

    4. Advanced Operation 4. Push the [Recall] soft-key. 5. The confirmation window for loading the simulation opens. Select [OK]. The specified simulation data is loaded. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  The number of simulation data files saved in a USB memory should be 500 or less. If the number of files exceeds this limit, the product cannot recognize the simulation data files in the USB memory.
  • Page 133 4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  If an improper setting is detected during compilation, an error message is displayed and the screen does not transition to the Simulation Control View. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Starting/ending a simulation 1. When an output is turned on in the Simulation Control View, a simulation can be executed. At this point, the output is in the state set in the Initial Step (icon is displayed).

  • Page 134: Saving Simulation

    4. Advanced Operation 3. When [Stop] soft-key is pushed while simulation is executed, the execution transitions to the output that is set in the Initial Step, and then simulation is terminated. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  In the output off state, the simulation cannot be started. ...
  • Page 135 4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function  Saving the simulation in the internal memory 1. In the Simulation Edit View, press the select the [File] soft-key - [1: Store]. The Simulation Store View opens. 2. In the [To] item, select [1: System]. 3.
  • Page 136 4. Advanced Operation 4. A window to confirm the save name opens. Enter the name, and then select [OK]. For how to enter a string, see 3.3.6.  Saving the simulation in the USB memory For how to connect USB memory to this product, and how to disconnect from this product, see 4.9. 1.
  • Page 137 4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function 2. In the [To] item, select [2: USB]. 3. Push [New] soft-key to save for the first time. To overwrite the existing data, select the data to be overwritten in data list box, and push [Store] soft-key. 4.

  • Page 138: Clear/Rename Simulation

    4. Advanced Operation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  The number of simulation data files saved in a USB memory should be 500 or less. If the number of files exceeds this limit, the product cannot recognize the simulation data files in the USB memory.
  • Page 139 4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function 3. Set the number of memory to be operated in [Memory No.] item. 4. To clear, push [Clear] soft-key. Confirmation message is displayed. Select [OK]. In the cleared number of the memory, the simulation data at factory shipment is stored. DP Series...
  • Page 140 4. Advanced Operation 5. To rename, push [Rename] soft-key. Rename window opens. Enter a new name and then select [OK]. For how to enter a string, see 3.3.6.  Erasing/renaming a simulation saved in USB memory For how to connect USB memory to this product, and how to disconnect from this product, see 4.9. 1.
  • Page 141 4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function 2. In the [To] item, select [2: USB]. 3. Select the data that is the target of the operation in the data list box. 4. To clear, push [Delete] soft-key. Confirmation message is displayed. Select [OK]. The corresponding file in USB memory is deleted.

  • Page 142: Set So As The Simulation Function Is Selected At Power-On

    4. Advanced Operation 5. To rename, push [Rename] soft-key. Rename window opens. Enter a new name and then select [OK]. For how to enter a string, see 3.3.6. 4.3.10 Set so as the Simulation Function is Selected at Power-on You can set so as the Simulation function is selected at power-on. ...

  • Page 143: Simulation Control By External Control

    4.3 Using Power Fluctuation Testing (Simulation) Function 2. In [PwOn Mode] item, Select [3: Sim]. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  To set so as to continuous output function is selected at power-on, select [1: Cont] in [PwOn Mode] item. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4.3.11 Simulation Control by External Control External control enables to start/stop a simulation and to recall the memory.

  • Page 144: Figure 4-16 Simulation Edit View

    4. Advanced Operation  Simulation Edit View (always output off state) Icon アイコン Step ステップ説明図 explanation diagram Repeat 繰り返し Step ステップ選択 selection Step parameter ステップパラメタ Figure 4-16 Simulation Edit View  Simulation Control View (output off state, simulation stopped) Icon Measured Value to be displayed Output setting of...

  • Page 145: Measuring Harmonic Current

    4.4 Measuring Harmonic Current  Simulation Control View (output on state, simulation stopped) Icon Measured Value to be displayed Output setting of Initial Step Figure 4-19 Simulation Control View (Output On State, Simulation Stopped) Measuring Harmonic Current 4.4.1 Harmonic current Some electric devices of AC power input have its input current waveform greatly distorted from the sine wave.

  • Page 146: Basics

    4. Advanced Operation 4.4.2 Basics Harmonic current measurement function is available only for the Continuous function, AC-INT, and set frequency of 50 Hz or 60 Hz. The harmonic current components up to order 40 are displayed as the RMS and a percentage to fundamental wave component.

  • Page 147: Measuring Inrush Current

    4.5 Measuring Inrush Current 3. Press the [Next] soft-key to display the measured values for order 11 to 20. Press the [Prev] soft-key to return to the original view. Switch the view in the same manner for the measured values over order 21. 4.

  • Page 148: Basics

    4. Advanced Operation It is necessary for an electric device with a large inrush current to use a power source with a sufficient current supplying capability. With a power source that cannot supply a sufficient inrush current, some electric devices may not start as they are not supplied with necessary power. This product has the ability to supply peak current up to four times of the RMS rating.

  • Page 149: Measurement Tips

    4.6 Using Clipped Sine Wave 2. Turn on the power switch of the object to be measured. 3. Turn on the output. 4. Read current peak-hold value (Ipk-Hold). This is the maximum inrush current value. 4.5.4 Measurement Tips  You can see the difference among inrush currents at each power-on phase by changing the phase setting at output on (see 3.4.7) before turning on the output.

  • Page 150: Table 4-8 Different Output Voltage Settings Depending On Clip Depth Setting Method

    4. Advanced Operation Table 4-8 Different Output Voltage Settings Depending on Clip Depth Setting Method Clip Depth Setting Method Output Voltage Setting Method Crest factor Sets the RMS of the clipped waveform Clip ratio Sets the RMS of the sine wave before clipping -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...
  • Page 151 4.6 Using Clipped Sine Wave 3. In the [No.] item, select the clipped sine wave to load. 4. In the [Type] item, select [1: Clip] (clip ratio) or [2: CF] (crest factor). 5. In the [CF] (or [Clip]) item, enter the crest factor (or clip ratio). DP Series...

  • Page 152: Outputting Arbitrary Waveform

    4. Advanced Operation 6. To save the set content into memory, move the cursor to [Save], then press the ENTER key. 7. Move the cursor to [Close], then press the ENTER key. The clipped sine wave setting window closes. -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

  • Page 153: Arbitrary Waveform Creation Procedure

    4.7 Outputting Arbitrary Waveform 4.7.2 Arbitrary Waveform Creation Procedure See the instruction manual of the control software. CAUTION  When outputting an arbitrary waveform in the polyphase model, pay attention not to allow currents over the maximum current per phase to flow through the N terminal which is an output terminal (see 10.5 and 10.6).
  • Page 154 4. Advanced Operation 4. In the [Direction] item, select [2: USB → SYS]. 5. In the [Memory No.] item, specify the transfer destination internal memory number. 6. From the data list box, select the arbitrary waveform to transfer. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...
  • Page 155 4.7 Outputting Arbitrary Waveform 7. Push the Copy soft-key. The [Copy] window opens. 8. In the [Name] item, enter the arbitrary waveform data name. Or, leave it as populated which is same as the file name in the USB memory. 9.

  • Page 156: Outputting Arbitrary Waveform

    4. Advanced Operation 4.7.5 Outputting Arbitrary Waveform  Operation Method 1. In the [Wave] item, select [ARB]. 2. Move the cursor to [Select], then select it. The setting window for the arbitrary waveform opens. 3. From the data list box, select the arbitrary waveform to output. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 157: Using Memory Function

    4.8 Using Memory Function 4. Move the cursor to [Close], then press the ENTER key. The arbitrary waveform setting window closes. 5. Set the frequency and output voltage. Turn on the output. Set the arbitrary waveform output voltage in the [ACV] item using Peak-to-Peak value. -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

  • Page 158: Basic Setting Memory

    4. Advanced Operation 2. The Memory View opens. 4.8.1 Basic Setting Memory The Basic Setting Memory collectively stores the output-related settings in the Continuous function (e.g. AC/DC mode, signal source, output range, AC setting, DC setting, current limiter, setting range limit).
  • Page 159 4.8 Using Memory Function  Saving to a Basic Setting Memory (how to save the output-related settings in the Continuous function) 1. Press the MEMORY key on the Continuous function screen or select [Memory] from the root menu to move to the Memory View. 2.
  • Page 160 4. Advanced Operation (b) In the case of USB memory, push [New] soft-key to save for the first time. To overwrite the existing data, select the data to be overwritten in data list box, and push [Store] soft-key. Internal memory USB memory 5.
  • Page 161 4.8 Using Memory Function 2. In the [From] item, select the source [1: System] (internal memory) or [2: USB] (USB memory). 3. Specify the data to load. (a) For the internal memory, specify the memory number in the [Memory No.] item, then press the [Recall] soft-key.
  • Page 162 4. Advanced Operation  Clearing, erasing, or renaming a Basic Setting Memory 1. In the Memory View, select [Setting Store]. 2. In the [To] item, select the object to operate [1: System] (internal memory) or [2: USB] (USB memory). 3. Specify the data to operate. (a) For the internal memory, specify the memory number in the [Memory No.] item.
  • Page 163 4.8 Using Memory Function 4. To clear/delete, push [Clear]/[Delete] soft-key. Confirmation message is displayed. Select [OK]. Clearing the internal memory resets the data to the factory default (same as the one of the internal memory No. 0). Erasing the basic setting data in the USB memory deletes the applicable file.
  • Page 164 4. Advanced Operation  Loading the factory defaults 1. In the Memory View, select [Setting Recall]. 2. In the [From] item, select [System]. 3. Push the [Factory] soft-key. In the confirmation window that opens, select [OK]. The factory default basic setting data are loaded. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 165: Arbitrary Waveform Memory

    4.8 Using Memory Function 4.8.2 Arbitrary Waveform Memory The user-created arbitrary waveform data can be saved into the Arbitrary Waveform Memory. Both the internal and USB memories can be selected as the Arbitrary Waveform Memory. Creation of arbitrary waveform data and saving it to the Arbitrary Waveform Memory are performed using Wave Designer, the control software in the attached CD-ROM.
  • Page 166 4. Advanced Operation 2. In the [Direction] item, select [SYS → USB]. 3. From the data list box, select the arbitrary waveform to copy. 4. Push the [Copy] soft-key. A window to confirm the save name opens. Enter the name. Select [OK] to copy.
  • Page 167 4.8 Using Memory Function -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  When the data is copied to the USB memory, any existing file with the same name in the NF_TOOL\NF_DP\ARB_DATA folder is overwritten. No overwrite confirmation message is displayed. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Clearing, erasing, or renaming an Arbitrary Waveform Memory 1.
  • Page 168 4. Advanced Operation 3. Select the data that is the target of the operation in the data list box. Internal memory USB memory 4. To clear/delete, push [Clear]/[Delete] soft-key. Confirmation message is displayed. Select [OK]. Clearing the internal Arbitrary Waveform Memory resets the data to triangle wave for memories from No.

  • Page 169: Sequence Memory

    4.8 Using Memory Function -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  A file cannot be renamed in the USB memory if a file with the same name exists in the NF_TOOL\NF_DP\ARB_DATA folder. An error message is displayed. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4.8.3 Sequence Memory The user-created sequence can be saved into the Sequence Memory. Both the internal and USB memories can be selected as the Sequence Memory.

  • Page 170: Simulation Memory

    4. Advanced Operation  SEQ Recall In the Memory View, select [SEQ Recall] to change to the Sequence Recall View as below, allowing you to load the sequence. For the operation method, see 4.2.6. 4.8.4 Simulation Memory The user-created simulation can be saved in the Simulation Memory. Both the internal and USB memories can be selected as the Simulation Memory.

  • Page 171: Using Usb Memory Function

    4.9 Using USB Memory Function  SIM Recall In the Memory View, select [SIM Recall] to change to the Simulation Recall View as below, allowing you to load the simulation. For the operation method, see 4.3.6. Using USB Memory Function This product supports the mass storage class USB memory.

  • Page 172: Using Monitor Function

    4. Advanced Operation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  We do not guarantee that all USB memories can be operational with this product.  Use a FAT32-formatted USB memory. This product does not support the exFAT format which began to be supported from Windows Vista SP1. ...
  • Page 173 4.10 Using Monitor Function  Switching the monitor output 1. Press the MENU key to move to the root menu, then select [System]. 2. Put the cursor on [Setup] of the [Monitor] item, then press the ENTER key. 3. «Only for polyphase model and polyphase system» For the [Phs] item, select the desired phase. DP Series...
  • Page 174 4. Advanced Operation 4. For the [Type] item, select the output voltage or current. 5. Put the cursor on [Close], then press the ENTER key. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  In a polyphase system, configure monitor setting for each of the phases using the L1 phase cabinet.

  • Page 175: Using Remote Sensing Function

    4.11 Using Remote Sensing Function 4.11 Using Remote Sensing Function The Remote sensing function detects the output voltage at the sensing input terminal. When the Remote sensing function is on, the measured value of voltage is the voltage at the sensing input terminal, and the item symbol is displayed as "SV"...

  • Page 176: Figure 4-24 Sensing Input Terminals In Multi-Phase Model

    4. Advanced Operation Connect the sensing input terminal to the output voltage detecting end (for example, load end) using a cable. In the Multi-phase model, the sensing input terminal is common to each output phase mode (single-phase two-wire, single-phase three-wire, and three-phase four-wire). The terminals to be used for each output phase mode are shown in Figure 4–24.
  • Page 177 4.11 Using Remote Sensing Function 2. Use the [Rmt Sense] item to turn on or off, if necessary. 3. When the Remote sensing function is turned on, the item symbol of the output voltage measured value is changed to "SV". -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

  • Page 178: Using Agc Function

    4. Advanced Operation 4.12 Using AGC Function The AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function calculates the ratio (calibration factor) of the output voltage measured value (effective value) versus the output voltage setting value automatically and continuously while this function is on, and multiplies the gain of the output amplifier by the calculated value, intending to match the output voltage with the setting value.
  • Page 179 4.12 Using AGC Function  Turning on the AGC function 1. Turn on the output. 2. Open the AGC/Autocal set window. Following two methods are available. (a) Shortcut operation: (b) Push the [Misc] soft-key and select [1: AGC/Auto Cal]. 3. Use the [Rmt Sense] item to set the Remote sensing function to on or off, if necessary. 4.
  • Page 180 4. Advanced Operation  Turning off the AGC function 1. Open the AGC/Autocal set window. Following two methods are available. (a) Shortcut operation: (b) Push the [Misc] soft-key and select [1: AGC/Auto Cal]. 2. In the [AGC] item, select [1: OFF]. When [OFF] is selected here, the AGC calibration finishes. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 181: Using Autocal Function

    4.13 Using Autocal Function 3. Use the [Rmt Sense] item to set the Remote sensing function to on or off, if necessary. 4. Close the window. 4.13 Using Autocal Function The Autocal (Automatic Calibration) function calculates the ratio (calibration factor) of the output voltage measured value (effective value) versus the output voltage setting value when this function is turned on, and multiplies the gain of the output amplifier by the calculated value, intending to match the output voltage with the setting value.
  • Page 182 4. Advanced Operation -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  When the Autocal function is on, the calibration factor is always used to perform the calibration as a multiplier.  If the conditions for setting the [Acal] to [ON] shown in 10.17 are not satisfied, the Autocal function cannot be turned on.
  • Page 183 4.13 Using Autocal Function 3. Use the [Rmt Sense] item to set the Remote sensing function to on or off, if necessary. 4. Use the [Auto Cal] item to turn on or off the Autocal function. When [ON] is selected here, the calibration factor of the Autocal function is calculated, and the calibration is started.
  • Page 184 4. Advanced Operation  Turning off the Autocal function 1. Open the Autocal set window. Following two methods are available. (a) Shortcut operation: The window is toggled between the AGC setting window and the Autocal setting window every time you press the keys. (b) Push the [Misc] soft-key and select [1: AGC/Auto Cal].

  • Page 185: Adjusting Dc Offset

    4.14 Adjusting DC Offset 3. Use the [Rmt Sense] item to set the Remote sensing function to on or off, if necessary. 4. Close the window. 4.14 Adjusting DC Offset Even when the output voltage is set to 0 V, the DC offset voltage from several mV to several tens mV may exist in the output.
  • Page 186 4. Advanced Operation  Operation procedure 1. Press the [Misc] soft-key and select [2:DC Adjust]. The DC offset adjustment window opens. 2. «Only for the polyphase model, the polyphase output of the Multi-phase model, or the polyphase system» In the [Target Phs] item, specify the phase to perform the DC offset adjustment.

  • Page 187: Using For Unbalanced Polyphase Output

    4.15 Using for Unbalanced Polyphase Output 3. While checking the DC offset of the output voltage, adjust the value in the [DC Adj] item so that the DC offset gets close to zero. 4. Close the window. 4.15 Using for Unbalanced Polyphase Output For the polyphase model and polyphase system, you can set the phase voltage and the phase to be unbalanced.
  • Page 188 4. Advanced Operation 2. In the [Mode] item, select [1: Unbalance]. The mode is switched to the unbalanced mode. 3. To unbalance the phase, set the phase in the [L1-L2] and [L1-L3] items. When the setting is completed, close the window. 4.

  • Page 189: Using As Dc Power Supply

    4.16 Using as DC Power Supply -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  When the unbalanced mode is switched to the balanced mode, the AC voltage of each phase becomes equal to the setting value of the L1 phase. The phase setting value is the value of the balanced mode (180 degrees for single-phase three-wire output, and 120 degrees and 240 degrees for three-phase output).

  • Page 190: Setting Voltage Using External Dc Input Signal

    4. Advanced Operation 2. Set the output DC voltage in the [DCV] item. 4.17 Setting Voltage using External DC Input Signal In the AC-VCA mode, you can use the external DC input signal to set the AC output voltage of the internal signal source.
  • Page 191 4.17 Setting Voltage using External DC Input Signal  Examples 1. When the waveform is SIN, the gain is 100, and the external DC signal voltage is 1 V, the output will be a sine wave of which amplitude is 100 Vop (= 70.7 Vrms). 2.

  • Page 192: Using External Signal In Dc-Vca Mode

    4. Advanced Operation 4. Supply a DC voltage to the external signal input connector. 5. Turn on the output. 4.17.2 Using External Signal in DC-VCA Mode In the DC-VCA mode, the setting value of the output DC voltage (DCV) is set according to the following figure, by using the gain setting value and the voltage of the external DC signal.
  • Page 193 4.17 Setting Voltage using External DC Input Signal  Operation procedure 1. Turn off the output, and enter the DC mode. Following two methods are available. (a) Shortcut operation: Every time you press the keys, the mode is switched to AC, ACDC, and DC in this order. (b) Press the [Osc] soft-key and select [1:AC/DC].

  • Page 194: Control Using External Control Function

    4. Advanced Operation 4. Supply a DC voltage to the external signal input connector. 5. Turn on the output. 4.18 Control Using External Control Function You can control the output on/off and the starting/stopping of Sequence by inputting the logic signal or the non voltage contact signal.

  • Page 195: Table 4-12 Control I/O Pin Assignment

    4.18 Control Using External Control Function -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  You can enable/disable the external control function. When the external control function is disabled, the input from the external control is not accepted, but the state output signal is output.  We recommend that when the external control function is not used, the function is set to disabled to avoid malfunctioning due to any exogenous noise.
  • Page 196 4. Advanced Operation  Enabling/disabling external control function 1. Press the MENU key to move to the root menu, then select [System]. The system setting window opens. 2. In the [Ext Control] item, select [1: Disable] or [2: Enable]. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...
  • Page 197 4.18 Control Using External Control Function  Setting the polarity of the state output 1. Press the MENU key to move to the root menu, then select [System]. The system setting window opens. 2. In the [ExtOut Pol] item, select [1: Negative] or [2: Positive]. DP Series...
  • Page 198 4. Advanced Operation  Setting the trigger output 1. Press the MENU key to move to the root menu, then select [System]. The system setting window opens. 2. Move the cursor to [Setup] next to the [Trig Out] item, and select it. The trigger output setting window opens.

  • Page 199: Synchronizing The Output Frequency With The Power Line Or The External Signal

    4.19 Synchronizing the Output Frequency with the Power Line or the External Signal 3. Set the polarity (Positive/Negative) in the [Polarity] item, and set the pulse width in the [Width] item. 4. Move the cursor to [OK], then press the ENTER key. The trigger output setting window is closed.
  • Page 200 4. Advanced Operation  Operation procedure 1. If you want to synchronize the internal signal source with the external signal, input the synchronization signal by using the external signal input connector. If you want to synchronize it with the power line, this step is not necessary. 2.

  • Page 201: Amplifying The External Signal Input (Optional)

    4.20 Amplifying the External Signal Input (Optional) 4.20 Amplifying the External Signal Input (Optional) When you select EXT for the signal source, you can output the amplified external signal. Also, when you select ADD for the signal source, you can output the amplified external signal after the internal signal is added.

  • Page 202: Turning The Output On Or Off Rapidly

    4. Advanced Operation 3. Set the gain in the [Gain] item. 4.21 Turning the Output On or Off Rapidly In the factory default settings, the internal output relay of this product is activated linking to the output on/off. In the output off state, the internal circuit, output terminal, and the outlet of this product are physically separated.
  • Page 203 4.21 Turning the Output On or Off Rapidly -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Even when the activation of the output relay is disabled, the relay is turned off if the protection function is activated. While the error message appearing when the protection function is activated displays "Press Enter Key,"...

  • Page 204: Enabling Automatic Output-On At Power-On

    4. Advanced Operation 4.22 Enabling Automatic Output-On at Power-On You can set the automatic output-on after power-on. If you set the output-on at power-on setting to [ON], the message window as shown in Figure 4–25 is displayed for about 10 seconds after you turn on the power and the self check at start-up, until the output becomes on automatically.

  • Page 205: Using The Emission Co Calculator

    4.23 Using the Emission CO Calculator 2. In the [PwON Output] item, select [2:ON] or [1:OFF]. When you select [ON], the automatic output-on at power-on is enabled. 4.23 Using the Emission CO Calculator This is the function for calculating and displaying the weight of the carbon dioxide (CO ) emission based on the measured value of the internal loss or the output power of this product.
  • Page 206 4. Advanced Operation 2. The window shows the measured CO emissions. The "Loss" represents the internal loss and the "Output" represents the output power. "Rate" represents the instantaneous and "Total" represents the integration. 3. You can change the emission coefficient in the [Coef] item. 4.

  • Page 207: Power Unit Energization Setting (Using Under The Restricted Rated Power)

    4.24 Power Unit Energization Setting (Using Under the Restricted Rated Power) 4.24 Power Unit Energization Setting (Using Under the Restricted Rated Power) You can enable or disable the energization for each power unit (1.5 kVA per unit) within this product. If the smaller power is needed for handling the load, you can disable the energization for some power units to reduce the power consumption of this product.
  • Page 208 4. Advanced Operation 3. Enable/Disable the energization. The power unit on which the energization is enabled/disabled is represented by / respectively. Move the cursor to / and press the ENTER key to switch between  and . 4. Select [OK]. The energization is enabled or disabled and the window is closed. -------- Notes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

  • Page 209: Key Lock

    4.25 Key Lock 4.25 Key Lock If the key lock is enabled, the operations using keys, jog, or the shuttle are not accepted. The acceptable operations are for enabling the output off and the key lock only. This function helps to avoid the incorrect user operations during running.

  • Page 210: Changing The Background Color And The Contrast Of The Screen

    4. Advanced Operation 4.27 Changing the Background Color and the Contrast of the Screen You can change the background color and the contrast of the liquid crystal display (LCD) screen on the panel. As the background color, you can select the blue tone or the white tone. You can also adjust the contrast in 100 steps.

  • Page 211: Restoring To The Factory Default Setting (Reset)

    4.28 Restoring to the Factory Default Setting (Reset) 3. In the [Contrast] item, set the contrast value. 4. Close the window. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  The L2 and L3 cabinets in a polyphase system accept the Shortcut operation for this function. In this case, if other window such as the Emission CO Calculator window is being displayed, that window closes and the window for adjusting LCD opens only on the cabinet on which you performed the operation.
  • Page 212 4. Advanced Operation Table 4-14 Setting Items to be Reset (Continued) Setting Item Reset Factory default setting Phase angle setting  Single-phase three-wire: 180 deg Three-phase: 120, 240 deg Balanced/Unbalanced  Balanced DC voltage setting   Current limiter Refer to 10.13 Setting range limit ...
  • Page 213 4.28 Restoring to the Factory Default Setting (Reset) Table 4-14 Setting Items to be Reset (Continued) Setting Item Reset Factory default setting Sequence parameters × Output range: 100 V AC/DC mode: AC-INT Step Time: 0.1000 second Intra-Step behavior: Constant Waveform: SIN Frequency: 50 Hz DC voltage: 0 V AC phase voltage: 0 V Start phase: Disabled, 0 deg...
  • Page 214 4. Advanced Operation 2. Put the cursor on[Exec] next to the [Reset] item, then press the ENTER key. The reset operation is performed. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  If you reset the product, the content in the Basic Setting Memory will not be cleared. Once restarted, the setting of the Basic Setting Memory No.1 is recalled.

  • Page 215: Description Of Screen And Menu

    5. Description of Screen and Menu Screen Configuration··············································· 198 Menu Composition ·················································· 202 DP Series...

  • Page 216: Screen Configuration

    5. Description of Screen and Menu Screen Configuration Figure 5–1 shows the basic screen configuration. It consists of display areas marked as "a" to "h". The description of each area is shown in Table 5-1. Figure 5-1 Component Name (Display Areas on the Screen) Table 5-1 Component Name (Display Areas on the Screen) Symbol Area name...

  • Page 217: Status Icon

    5.1 Screen Configuration 5.1.1 Status Icon Table 5-2 shows icons displayed in specific states and their meanings. Table 5-2 Status Icons Icon Name Meaning Refer to Rated power Indicates the maximum output power. If the 3.2.6, rated power is restricted by the power unit 4.24 energization setting, the icon is displayed inverted (Example:...

  • Page 218: Measured Value Display Items

    5. Description of Screen and Menu 5.1.2 Measured Value Display Items The items displayed inthe measured value area are shown in Table 5-3. Table 5-3 Measured Value Display Items Item Description Icon Represents the phase and type of the measured voltage display. Output voltage of the single-phase two-wire Phase voltage of the single-phase three-wire L1 phase Phase voltage of the single-phase three-wire L2 phase...

  • Page 219: Output Setting Display Items

    5.1 Screen Configuration 5.1.3 Output Setting Display Items The items displayed in the output setting display area are shown in Table 5-4. Table 5-4 Output Setting Display Items Item Description Icon Represents the phase to be configured. Output of the single-phase two-wire All phases in the balanced mode single-phase three-wire, phase voltage setting All phases in the balanced mode single-phase three-wire, line voltage setting L1 phase in the unbalanced mode single-phase three-wire...

  • Page 220: Menu Composition

    5. Description of Screen and Menu Menu Composition The menu composition of this product is shown in Figure 5–2. Press the MENU key to move to the root menu. Root Continuous Sequence Simulation Memory System －Sequence Edit －Simulation Edit －Setting Store －Osc －Reset －Sequence Control...

  • Page 221: Menus Of The Sequence Function

    5.2 Menu Composition Table 5-5 Menus of the Continuous Function (Continued) Menu Description Refer to Limiter 1: Ipk Limiter Makes the peak current limiter settings. 4.1.1 4.1.2 2: Irms Limiter Makes the RMS current limiter settings. 3: V/F Limiter Sets the voltage/frequency setting range 4.1.3,4.1.4 limit.

  • Page 222: Menus Of The Simulation Function

    5. Description of Screen and Menu 5.2.3 Menus of the Simulation Function The menus of the Simulation function are shown in Table 5-7. You can open each menu by using a soft-key. For how to use the Simulation function, see 4.3. Table 5-7 Menus of the Simulation Function Menu Description...

  • Page 223: System Menus

    5.2 Menu Composition 5.2.5 System Menus The System menus are shown in Table 5-9. Table 5-9 System Menus Menu Description Refer to Reset Resets the system. 4.28 PwOn Mode Selects the output function 4.2.10, (Continuous/Sequence/Simulation) at power-on. 4.3.10 PwON Output Enables/disables the function to turn on the output at 4.22 power-on.
  • Page 224 5. Description of Screen and Menu PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 225: Remote Control

    6. Remote Control Communication Interface ········································ 208 Remote/Local State Switching································· 214 DP Series...

  • Page 226: Communication Interface

    6. Remote Control Communication Interface This product is provided with the USB, RS232, and GPIB (optional) communication interfaces and is remote-controllable by a computer. The remote control allows almost all the operations available on the control panel to be performed. In addition, it can read the internal state such as setting values and errors.
  • Page 227 6.1 Communication Interface 2. Put the cursor on [Setup] next to the [Remote] item, then press the ENTER key. The remote setting window opens. 3. In the [Interface] item, select [USB]. 4. The window shows [Terminator] and [USB ID]. For the USB ID, see the explanation in the next section.

  • Page 228: Rs232

    6. Remote Control 5. Use a commercially available USB cable (Type A to B) to connect this product to the computer. USB connector is available on the rear of this product. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Avoid use in a place that has power fluctuation or under electrically noisy environment. ...
  • Page 229 6.1 Communication Interface 2. Put the cursor on [Setup] next to the [Remote] item, then press the ENTER key. The remote setting window opens. 3. In the [Interface] item, select [RS232]. 4. Set each item. DP Series...

  • Page 230: Gpib (Optional)

    6. Remote Control 5. Use a D-sub 9-pin cross cable to connect this product to the computer. The connector is on the rear of this product. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Avoid use in a place that has power fluctuation or under electrically noisy environment. ...
  • Page 231 6.1 Communication Interface 2. Put the cursor on [Setup] next to the [Remote] item, then press the ENTER key. The remote setting window opens. 3. In the [Interface] item, select [GPIB]. 4. In the [Address] item, set the address. [Terminator] is fixed to "LF". DP Series...

  • Page 232: Remote/Local State Switching

    6. Remote Control 5. Use a GPIB cable to connect this product to the computer. The connector is on the rear of this product. Turn off this product and the computer before connecting or disconnecting the cable. -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Avoid use in a place that has power fluctuation or under electrically noisy environment. ...

  • Page 233: Options

    7. Options AGC and Measurement Extensions ························ 216 Sequence and Simulation Functions ····················· 216 External Signal Input ············································· 216 Remote Controller ················································· 216 System Cable (for Polyphase System)···················· 217 GPIB ······································································ 217 Rack-Mount Adapter ·············································· 218 Replacement Air Filter ··········································· 218 DP Series...

  • Page 234: Agc And Measurement Extensions

    7. Options AGC and Measurement Extensions This option adds the following functions. It shall be requested at the time of order.  AGC function  Measurement functions on reactive power, load power factor, crest factor, and harmonic current Model name: PA-001-1722 Product name: AGC and Measurement Extensions Sequence and Simulation Functions This option adds the following power functions.

  • Page 235: System Cable (For Polyphase System)

    7.5 System Cable (for Polyphase System) Figure 7-1 Remote Controller External View System Cable (for Polyphase System) This cable is used to configure the polyphase system by connecting the same single-phase models. This option can be requested at the time of order or added after the purchase. For how to configure the polyphase system, see 2.5.4.

  • Page 236: Rack-Mount Adapter

    This option can be requested at the time of order or added after the purchase. Table 7-1 Rack-Mount Adapter Model Names Model name Product name Supported model PA-001-1728 Rack-mount adapter (inch) type 1 DP015S, DP030S, DP030D PA-001-1729 Rack-mount adapter (inch) type 2 DP045S, DP045T, DP045M, DP060S, DP060D PA-001-1730 Rack-mount adapter (inch) type 3...

  • Page 237: Figure 7-2 Front Grills

    7.8 Replacement Air Filter Front grill 1 フロントグリル Front grill 2 フロントグリル Figure 7-2 Front Grills DP Series...
  • Page 238 7. Options PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 239: Troubleshooting

    8. Troubleshooting Error Messages and Error Handling························ 222 When a Failure is Suspected ·································· 229 DP Series...

  • Page 240: Error Messages And Error Handling

    8. Troubleshooting Error Messages and Error Handling 8.1.1 Error Message Screen An error message screen opens as shown in Figure 8–1, for example, in case that the protection function is activated. The description of each item is shown in Table 8-1. Figure 8-1 Error Message Screen Example Table 8-1 Description of the Error Message Screen Symbol...

  • Page 241: If An Error Occurs Repeatedly

    If the error still exists, the product or the power unit in the product may be faulty. Repair is needed in this case. Contact the seller (NF Corporation or our agent) from whom you purchased the product. Even though one of the power units is faulty, the product can be used by disconnecting the faulty power unit and using the rest of them.

  • Page 242: Protection Operation Types

    8. Troubleshooting -------- Notes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  The E mark does not mean it is faulty but indicates the protection operation was activated. In some cases such as the protection operation was activated in a chain-reaction manner, the E mark may appear on a normal power unit. A power unit is judged as faulty by checking whether the error repeats or not after the power unit is restarted as described in the step 2.

  • Page 243: Error Message List

    8.1 Error Messages and Error Handling 8.1.5 Error Message List Error messages are listed in Table 8-2. Table 8-2 Error Message List Message Protection Cause or Necessary action type Invalid in This Output Message This output mode does not allow the setting Mode display only (execution).
  • Page 244 Calibration Data Error ME Message The adjustment data is abnormal. Cycle the display only power. If it still occurs, contact the seller (NF Corporation or our agent) from whom you purchased the product. Line Overvoltage System The power input voltage is excessive. Check Lock if the power input is appropriate.
  • Page 245 Power Unit Internal Error Output Off This is a power unit internal error. If it occurs repeatedly, contact the seller (NF Corporation or our agent) from whom you purchased the product. Limiting The active wattage limiter is activated.
  • Page 246 8. Troubleshooting Table 8-2 Error Message List (Continued) Message Protection type Cause or Necessary action Polyphase Connection Message A phase configuration is detected that is Updated display only different from the previous one. Icon The power unit or the system has not display been adjusted.

  • Page 247: When A Failure Is Suspected

    When a Failure is Suspected When a symptom occurs that suspects a failure, take an action according to Table 8-3. If it does not solve the problem, contact the seller (NF Corporation or our agent) from whom you purchased the product.
  • Page 248 8. Troubleshooting Table 8-3 Actions When a Failure is Suspected (Continued) Category Symptom Possible Cause Necessary Actions Problem at The line The signal source is not Set the signal source to SYNC and output setting synchronization set to SYNC. the external synchronization cannot be set.
  • Page 249 8.2 When a Failure is Suspected Table 8-3 Actions When a Failure is Suspected (Continued) Category Symptom Possible Cause Necessary Actions Output-related The measured The waveform is In the specified clip ratio mode, the problem voltage is set to CLP output voltage setting means a value for different from (clipped sine...
  • Page 250 8. Troubleshooting Table 8-3 Actions When a Failure is Suspected (Continued) Category Symptom Possible Cause Necessary Actions Limiter/setti The output The output current While the peak current limiter is ng range current overshoot occurred for activated, the overshoot may limitation- peak-hold value the limit value.
  • Page 251 8.2 When a Failure is Suspected Table 8-3 Actions When a Failure is Suspected (Continued) Category Symptom Possible Cause Necessary Actions Problem of Files in the USB USB eject operation was Perform the USB eject operation memory do not performed. (see 4.9) again just in case, and memory appear on the...
  • Page 252 8. Troubleshooting Table 8-3 Actions When a Failure is Suspected (Continued) Category Symptom Possible Cause Necessary Actions Sequence/ The Sequence The output is off. Turn on the output, then start the Simulation- cannot be sequence. related started. problem The specified The Stop Phase is When the stop phase setting is Step Time is...

  • Page 253: Maintenance

    9. Maintenance Preface ·································································· 236 Daily Maintenance ················································· 236 Storage, Repackaging, Transportation ·················· 239 Checking Firmware Version ···································· 239 DP Series...

  • Page 254: Preface

    9. Maintenance Preface This chapter describes:  cautions and storing for nonuse over a long period, and  cautions and repackaging for transportation. For the simple operation check, see 2.7. Daily Maintenance The product shall be installed in a location that satisfies the installation conditions (see 2.2). ...
  • Page 255 9.2 Daily Maintenance The air filters can be removed by the steps described below. In order to remount them later, check on the top and bottom of the front grill and the mounting position of the air filters as you remove them.
  • Page 256 9. Maintenance 4. Each of the other front grills is fixed at the bottom left and right to the chassis. Hold it at the left and right sides, and pull it out toward you to remove it. 5. Remove the air filters from the back of each front grill. Be careful with the small claws on the front grill that hold the air filters.

  • Page 257: Storage, Repackaging, Transportation

    9.3 Storage, Repackaging, Transportation Storage, Repackaging, Transportation The product shall be stored in a location that satisfies the installation conditions (see 2.2).  Storage when unused for a long time  Remove the power cable from the distribution board and the product. ...
  • Page 258 9. Maintenance 2. Put the cursor on [View] next to the [Information] item, then press the ENTER key. 3. The Information window opens. The firmware version is shown at the [Firmware Version] item. PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 259: Specifications

    10. Specifications 10.1 Output Function······················································· 242 10.2 Output Range ·························································· 242 10.3 AC/DC Mode ··························································· 243 10.4 Signal Source ·························································· 244 10.5 AC Output································································ 245 10.6 DC Output ······························································· 247 10.7 Output Voltage Stability ··········································· 248 10.8 Distortion of Output Voltage Waveform ··················· 248 10.9 Power Input ·····························································...

  • Page 260: Output Function

    10. Specifications The following settings and conditions are provided, unless otherwise noted. Load Resistance load of power factor 1 Signal source INT (internal signal source) Output voltage waveform Sine wave Remote sensing AGC/Autocal Current Limiter Factory default setting Output terminal Rear panel output terminal block [set] indicates a setting value, and [rdg] indicates a read value.

  • Page 261: Ac/Dc Mode

    10.3 AC/DC Mode 10.3 AC/DC Mode Single-phase model, Multi-phase Polyphase model, Polyphase system model AC/DC mode AC, AC+DC, DC AC, AC+DC Description The signal source and amplification section of this product are AC-coupled, and the DC component is canceled. Only the AC output setting of 40 Hz or higher is available. The signal sources that can be combined are INT, VCA, SYNC, EXT, and ADD.

  • Page 262: Signal Source

    10. Specifications 10.4 Signal Source Single-phase model, Multi-phase Polyphase model, Polyphase system model Signal source INT, VCA, SYNC, INT, VCA, SYNC EXT, ADD Description Uses the internal signal source. Sets the output voltage, output waveform, frequency, output on phase, and output off phase by using the panel or the external interface such as USB.

  • Page 263: Ac Output

    10.5 AC Output 10.5 AC Output [V]=Vrms, [A]=Arms, and the power supply input voltage is 200 V, unless otherwise noted. Single-phase model and Single-phase output of Multi-phase model 045S 090S 015S 030S 060S 075S 105S 120S 045M 090M Mode Single-phase two-wire Floating output, the Lo terminal can be grounded.
  • Page 264 10. Specifications Polyphase model and Polyphase output of Multi-phase model 030D 060D 090D 120D 045T 090T 045M 090M 045M 090M Mode Three-phase four-wire Single-phase three-wire (Y-connection) Floating output, the N terminal can be grounded. Setting mode Balanced mode, Unbalanced mode Rated output voltage 100 V / 200 V (Phase voltage)

  • Page 265: Dc Output

    10.6 DC Output *10: For the capacitor input type rectified load (crest factor=4), the rated output voltage, and 45 Hz to 65 Hz. *11: In the case that the power input is 170 V or lower, models with 6 kVA or higher have the limit on the power capacity.

  • Page 266: Output Voltage Stability

    10. Specifications 10.7 Output Voltage Stability All models Fluctuation with input voltage Within ±0.15% (Phase voltage) Fluctuation with DC (Only single-phase model and single-phase output of the Multi-phase model) output current Within ±0.15 V/±0.30 V (Phase voltage) 45 Hz to 65 Hz Within ±0.15 V/±0.30 V 40 Hz to 550 Hz Within ±0.5 V/±1.0 V...

  • Page 267: Power Input

    10.9 Power Input 10.9 Power Input All models Voltage 100 V to 230 V ±10% (250 V or lower) Frequency 50 Hz±2 Hz or 60 Hz±2 Hz Phase Single-phase Power factor Power input 100 V: 0.95 or higher (typ.) Power input 200 V: 0.90 or higher (typ.) Efficiency 77% or higher (typ.

  • Page 268: Measurement Function

    10. Specifications 10.11 Measurement Function All accuracy of the measurement function is indicated for 23 °C±5 °C. View All models Normal Displays almost all the measured and setting values excluding the harmonic current measurement on one screen. Simple Enlarges and displays three items among all the measured values except the harmonic current measurement.
  • Page 269 10.11 Measurement Function Current (phase current) Single-phase model, Polyphase model, Multi-phase model 045S 015S,030D,045T 030S,060D,090T 045M 045M (polyphase 090M (polyphase 090D (single-phase output) output) output) Effective Full scale 20 A / 10 A 40 A / 20 A 60 A / 30 A value Resolution 0.01 A...
  • Page 270 10. Specifications Power (reactive power is optional) Single-phase model, Polyphase model, Multi-phase model 045S 015S, 030D, 045T 030S, 060D, 090T 045M 045M (polyphase 090M (polyphase 090D (single-phase output) output) output) Enable Full scale 1800 W 3600 W 5400 W Resolution 0.1 W/1 W (1000 W or higher) Accuracy DC, 45 Hz to 65 Hz...
  • Page 271 10.11 Measurement Function Load power factor (optional), Load crest factor (optional) All models Power Measurement 0.00 to 1.00 range factor Resolution 0.01 Crest Measurement 0.00 to 50.00 range factor Resolution 0.01 Note: The power factor is not displayed in the DC mode. Synchronization frequency (only SYNC) All models Display range...

  • Page 272: Power Unit Energization Setting

    10. Specifications Display of emission CO All models Displayed items Displays the instantaneous (kgCO /h) and integration (tCO , can be cleared) values for the internal loss and the output power Full scale Instantaneous: 20 kgCO /h, Integration: 2000 tCO Resolution Instantaneous: 0.001 kgCO /h, Integration: 0.000001 tCO...

  • Page 273: Current Limiter

    10.13 Current Limiter 10.13 Current Limiter This controls the output voltage for the output current to be within the limiter setting value when the peak value or RMS exceeds it. The output can be configured to be turned off when the limited state continues over the specified time.

  • Page 274: Setting Range Limit Function

    10. Specifications RMS current limiter Single-phase model, Polyphase model, Multi-phase model 045S, 090D 015S,030D,045T 030S,060D,090T 045M 045M (polyphase 090M (polyphase 060S, 120D (single-phase output) output) output) Setting range 0.8 A 15.8 A / 1.5 A 31.5 A / 2.3 A 47.3 A / 3.0 A 63.0 A /...

  • Page 275: Remote Sensing

    10.15 Remote Sensing Voltage setting limit 2 (other than Voltage setting limit 1, phase voltage setting only) All models Positive Setting Range +10.0 V to +220.0 V / +20.0 V to +440.0 V (Peak value) voltage Factory +220.0 V / +440.0 V default Negative Setting Range...

  • Page 276: Agc (Optional)

    10. Specifications 10.16 AGC (Optional) When the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) is on, the detection point voltage is always measured, and the output voltage is continuously corrected so that its effective value is equal to the output voltage setting value. The fluctuation of the detection point voltage can be suppressed even when the load is fluctuated.

  • Page 277: Sequence (Optional)

    10.18 Sequence (Optional) 10.18 Sequence (Optional) Effective only for AC-INT, AC+DC-INT, and DC-INT. All models Number of memories 5 (non-volatile) Number of steps Maximum 255 (for each sequence) Setting range of Step 0.0010 s to 999.9999 s Time Intra-Step behavior Constant, Keep, Linear Sweep Parameter Output range...

  • Page 278: Simulation (Optional)

    10. Specifications 10.19 Simulation (Optional) This allows you to simulate power line abnormalities, such as blackout, voltage rise, voltage drop, abrupt phase change, and abrupt frequency change. It can be used only for AC, sine wave, and AC+DC-INT. Note that it does not support IEC or other standard test. In the polyphase model, polyphase system, and polyphase output of the Multi-phase model, only the balanced mode is available.

  • Page 279: Clipped Sine Wave

    10.20 Clipped Sine Wave 10.20 Clipped Sine Wave The peak clipped sine wave can be output, based on the crest factor (CF) setting or the percent setting to the peak value. All models Number of memories 3 (non-volatile) Variable range 1.10 to 1.41 Factory default 1.41...

  • Page 280: External Signal Input

    10. Specifications 10.22 External Signal Input The external signal input works differently depending on the selection of the signal source. 10.22.1 External Synchronous Signal Input (Signal Source SYNC only) This is the signal to synchronize the frequency of the internal signal source with the one of the external signal source.

  • Page 281: External Signal Input (Optional, Only Ext And Add)

    10.23 General Function 10.22.3 External Signal Input (Optional, only EXT and ADD) This multiplies the input signal by the specified gain and outputs it. For ADD, the internal signal source is added. EXT: Output voltage (V) = External signal input (V) x Gain (V/V) ADD: Output voltage (V) = External signal input (V) x Gain (V/V) + Internal signal source setting Factory Specification...

  • Page 282: Memory Function

    10. Specifications 10.24 Memory Function You can save basic settings (AC/DC mode, signal source, output range, AC setting, DC setting, current limiter, setting range limit, etc.) in the non-volatile Basic Setting Memory of No.1 to No.30, and recall them to use when the output is off. The No.1 setting is restored at power-on. The No.0 setting includes the setting items for the factory default.

  • Page 283: Self-Diagnosis/Protection Function

    10.25 Self-diagnosis/Protection Function 10.25 Self-diagnosis/Protection Function At power-on Description ROM check Checks the internal ROM. RAM check Checks the internal RAM. Basic setting Checks the Basic Setting Memory. Memory check System Setting Memory Checks the System Setting Memory. check Waveform Memory Checks the Waveform Memory.

  • Page 284: External Control I/O

    10. Specifications 10.26 External Control I/O When you enabled the external control from the menu, you can control this product by using the external signal (or non voltage contact). The state output is always on. The detection and state switching is done at 10 ms-cycle. If the Remote state is achieved by the external interface, a control input is ignored.

  • Page 285: External Interface

    10.27 External Interface 10.27 External Interface This is the interface to control the product from an external computer. The RS232 and USB interfaces are provided by default. The command language is compliant with the SCPI Specification Version 1999.0. (Factory default is USB) USB interface (USB1.1, USBTMC) Item Description...

  • Page 286: Waveform Monitor Output

    10. Specifications 10.29 Waveform Monitor Output This can monitor the waveform of the output voltage or current. (only one terminal) Single-phase model, Polyphase model, Multi-phase model 045S 015S,030D,045T 030S,060D,090T 060S 045M 045M (polyphase 090M (polyphase 090D, 120D (single-phase output) output) output) Monitored Output phase voltage or output phase current (switched)

  • Page 287: Operation Environment

    10.30 Operation Environment 10.30 Operation Environment All models Operation Indoor Environment Altitude 2000 m or lower Operating 0 °C to +50 °C, 5% to 85%RH temperature/ The absolute humidity should be 1 to 25 g/m , without dew condensation. humidity On some specifications, the temperature range limit is more strict.

  • Page 288: Externals, Weight, And Terminal Block

    10. Specifications 10.31 Externals, Weight, and Terminal Block Single-phase model, Polyphase model 015S 030S,030D 045S, 045T 060S, 060D Dimensions (W × H × D) 430×398×562 mm 430×665×562 mm Weight 38 kg approx. 50 kg approx. 70 kg approx. 82 kg approx. Power input terminal M6 screw (rear)

  • Page 289: Option

    10.32 Option 10.32 Option Option name Description Remarks AGC and Measurement Adds the AGC and Extended measurement On order Extensions (reactive power, load power factor, crest PA-001-1722 factor, and harmonic current). Sequence and Simulation Adds the Sequence and Simulation On order PA-001-1723 functions.

  • Page 290: Outline Dimensional Drawing

    The rear I/O terminal panel of the multi-phase consists of the upper and lower sections. (Upper: polyphase output terminal, Lower: power input terminal, sensing input terminal, single-phase output terminal) Figure 10-2 DP015S, DP030S, DP030D (Type 1 cabinet) PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 291: Figure 10-3 Dp045S, Dp045T, Dp045M, Dp060S, Dp060D (Type 2 Cabinet)

    10.33 Outline Dimensional Drawing Figure 10-3 DP045S, DP045T, DP045M, DP060S, DP060D (Type 2 cabinet) DP Series...

  • Page 292: Figure 10-4 Dp075S, Dp090S, Dp090D, Dp090T (Type 3 Cabinet)

    10. Specifications Figure 10-4 DP075S, DP090S, DP090D, DP090T (Type 3 cabinet) PROGRAMMABLE AC POWER SOURCE...

  • Page 293: Figure 10-5 Dp090M, Dp105S, Dp120S, Dp120D (Type 4 Cabinet)

    10.33 Outline Dimensional Drawing Figure 10-5 DP090M, DP105S, DP120S, DP120D (Type 4 cabinet) DP Series...

  • Page 294: Index

    ⎯⎯⎯ Index ⎯⎯⎯ １ Ｃ 100 V range............... 50 calibration ..............30 CANCEL key..........36, 37, 43 caster.............11, 33, 35 ２ CF .............59, 133, 200 character string entry box.......... 45 200 V range............... 50 circuit breaker ............18 clip ratio..............131 Ａ...
  • Page 295 external signal input........183, 216 Ｊ external signal input connector ....35, 172, 183 ExtOut Pol ............179, 205 Jog ................37 Jump count..............79 Ｆ Jump-to step.............. 78 F................ 59, 200 Ｋ F key ................. 36 factory default setting ..........193 Keep................
  • Page 296 polyphase system ..........2, 22, 217 Ｎ power factor ..........59, 200, 216 power input cable ............14 Normal View ............. 61 power input cable holder ........15, 35 numeric keypad ...........37, 44 power input terminal ...........14, 35 numerical entry box ..........44 power on/off..............
  • Page 297 sensing input terminal ........35, 157 System Lock ............224 Sequence Control View........89, 102 System menu ............205 Sequence Edit View .......... 83, 102 Sequence function ........75, 203, 216 Ｔ Sequence Memory..........85, 151 SHIFT key ............37, 46 three-phase ............20, 22, 54 SHIFT LED............37, 46 Transition Step ............
  • Page 299 All NF products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment. During the warranty period of, NF will, at its option, either will repair the defective product without any charge for the parts and labor, or either repair or replace products which prove to be defective.
  • Page 301 • Should you notice any doubtful or wrong statement, or lack of description, please contact us or our agent. ©Copyright 2010, NF Corporation Programmable AC Power Source DP Series Instruction Manual...
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