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GW INSTEK PART NO. 82PT-90000EA1
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  • Page 1 Electrical Safety Tester GPT-9000 Series USER MANUAL GW INSTEK PART NO. 82PT-90000EA1 ISO-9001 CERTIFIED MANUFACTURER...
  • Page 2 This manual contains proprietary information, which is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be photocopied, reproduced or translated to another language without prior written consent of Good Will company. The information in this manual was correct at the time of printing. However, Good Will continues to improve products and reserves the rights to change specification, equipment, and maintenance procedures at any time without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........5 GETTING STARTED ............9 GPT-9000 Series Overview ....10 Appearance .......... 14 Set Up ..........22 OPERATION ..............29 Menu Tree ..........31 Test Lead Connection ......35 ACW, DCW and GB Manual Testing ..37 Special MANU Test Mode (000) ...
  • Page 4 GPT-9000 Series User Manual GPT-9900 Dimensions ....... 168 Declaration of Conformity ....169 INDEX ................170...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AFETY INSTRUCTIONS This chapter contains important safety instructions that you must follow during operation and storage. Read the following before any operation to ensure your safety and to keep the instrument in the best possible condition. Safety Symbols These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the instrument.

  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. Please use a separate collection facility or contact the supplier from which this instrument was purchased. Safety Guidelines Do not place any heavy object on the GPT-9000.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Disconnect the power cord before cleaning. Cleaning the  GPT-9000 Use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild  detergent and water. Do not spray any liquid. Do not use chemicals containing harsh material  such as benzene, toluene, xylene, and acetone. Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free, Operation ...

  • Page 8: Power Cord For The United Kingdom

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Power cord for the United Kingdom When using the safety tester in the United Kingdom, make sure the power cord meets the following safety instructions. NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    START STOP RETURN REMOTE POWER MANU/AUTO EDIT/SAVE UTILITY GPT-9000 Series Overview ..........10 Series lineup ....................10 Model Overview ................... 11 Main Features ....................11 Accessories ..................... 12 Package Contents ..................13 Appearance ..............14 GPT-9801/9802/9803/9903 Front Panel ..........14 GPT-9804/9904 Front Panel ...............

  • Page 10: Gpt-9000 Series Overview

    The GPT-9903 and 9904 also add an innovative a sweep function to view test results as a graph. The GPT-9000 Series can store up to 100 manual tests, as well as run up to 16 manual tests sequentially as an automatic test, allowing the safety testers to accommodate any number of safety standards, including IEC, EN, UL, CSA, GB, JIS and others.

  • Page 11: Model Overview

    GETTING STARTED Model Overview Model name Sweep  GPT-9801   GPT-9802    GPT-9803     GPT-9804     GPT-9903      GPT-9904 Main Features ACW: 5kVAC Performance  DCW: 6kVDC ...

  • Page 12: Accessories

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Remote control start/stop interface terminal Interface  RS232/USB interface for programming  Optional GPIB interface for programming  Signal I/O port for pass/fail/test monitoring  and start/stop control/interlock Accessories Standard Part number Description Accessories GHT-114 x1...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Remote terminal male  CTC (Calibration  plug Traceable Certificate) Interlock key  Power cord x1 (region  dependent) Keep the packaging, including the box, polystyrene Note foam and plastic envelopes should the need arise to return the unit to GW Instek.

  • Page 14: Appearance

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Appearance GPT-9801/9802/9803/9903 Front Panel PASS/FAIL indicators Display Function keys Directional keys READY indicator TEST indicator PASS FAIL READY TEST AC / DC Withstanding Voltage / GPT-9803 Tester Insulation Resistance CAUTION 5.0 kVAC MAX. HIGH VOLTAGE 6.0 kVDC MAX.
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED 240 X 64 dot matrix display (LCD) Display The function keys correspond to the soft-keys Function keys directly above on the main display. PASS FAIL The PASS and FAIL indicators Pass/Fail light up upon a PASS or FAIL test indicators result at the end of a manual test or automatic test.
  • Page 16 GPT-9000 Series User Manual CAUTION 5.0 kVAC MAX. The HIGH VOLTAGE terminal HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH VOLTAGE 6.0 kVDC MAX. output is used for outputting the output terminal testing voltage. The terminal is recessed for safety. This terminal is used in conjunction with the RETURN terminal.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED EDIT/SAVE Used to start editing EDIT/SAVE key MANU/AUTO tests as well as save settings and parameters. MANU/AUTO The MANU/AUTO key is used to MANU/AUTO select manual tests (MANU) or automatic tests (AUTO). REMOTE The REMOTE terminal is used to REMOTE connect to a remote controller.

  • Page 18: Gpt-9801/9802/9803/9804 Rear Panels

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual GPT-9801/9802/9803/9804 Rear Panels SIGNAL I/O USB A port RS232 port WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK THE POWER CORD SIGNAL I / O RS 232 PROTECTIVE GROUNDING CONDUCTOR MUST BE CONNECTED TO GROUND . FOR CONTINUED FIRE PROTECTION...

  • Page 19: Gpt-9904 Rear Panel

    GETTING STARTED GPT-9904 Rear Panel Signal I/O, RS232 & USB port High voltage terminal Fan vents CAUTION HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK THE POWER CORD PROTECTIVE GROUNDING CONDUCTOR MUST BE SIGNAL I / O RS232 CONNECTED TO GROUND. FOR CONTINUED FIRE PROTECTION.
  • Page 20 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Line voltage input: Line voltage input 100/120/220/230VAC ±10% Line voltage selector and fuse: Line voltage fuse GPT-98XX: 100V/120V T5A 250V 220V/230V T2.5A 250V GPT-99XX: 100V/120V T10A 250V 220V/230V T6.3A 250V GPIB Optional GPIB interface for remote...
  • Page 21 GETTING STARTED The RETURN terminal is RETURN/ GPT-9904 used for IR, DCW and ACW SENSE and RETURN HI-POT SOURCE tests. terminals GB Rx SENSE H SENSE L The SOURCE L/H AND SOURCE H SOURCE L SENSE L/H terminals are for GB tests only.

  • Page 22: Set Up

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Set Up Line Voltage Connection and Power Up Before powering up the GPT-9000 ensure the Background correct voltage has been selected on the rear panel. The GPT-9000 supports line voltages of 100V/120V/220V and 230V. 1. Check the line voltage and the fuse...
  • Page 23 GETTING STARTED 5. When the unit is powering up, all the LED indicators will light. Check to make sure all 5 LED indicators are working. 6. Check to make sure the System Self Test passes without errors. E L F T E S T S y s C h e c...

  • Page 24: Installing The Optional Gpib Card

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Installing the Optional GPIB Card The optional GPIB is a user-installable option. Background Follow the instructions below to install the GPIB card. Before installing the optional GPIB card ensure the WARNING GPT-9000 turned is off and disconnected from power.

  • Page 25: Workplace Precautions

    GETTING STARTED Workplace Precautions The GPT-9000 is a high voltage instrument that Background outputs dangerous voltages. The following section describes precautions and procedures that must be followed to ensure a safe work environment. The GPT-9000 generates voltages in excess of WARNING 5kVAC or 6kVDC.

  • Page 26: Operating Precautions

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Operating Precautions The GPT-9000 is a high voltage instrument that Background outputs dangerous voltages. The following section describes precautions and procedures that must be followed to ensure that the tester is operated in a safe manner.
  • Page 27 GETTING STARTED 5. Ensure the earth ground of the line voltage is properly grounded. 6. Only connect the test leads to the HIGH VOLTAGE/SOURCE H/SENSE H terminals before the start of a test. Keep the test leads disconnected at all other times. 7.

  • Page 28: Basic Safety Checks

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Basic Safety Checks The GPT-9000 is a high voltage device and as Background such, daily safety checks should be made to ensure safe operation. 1. Ensure all test leads are not broken and are free from defects such as cracks or splitting.

  • Page 29: Operation

    OPERATION PERATION Menu Tree..............31 Menu Tree Overview ................... 32 Test Lead Connection ............. 35 ACW, DCW, IR Connection ............... 35 GB Connection ....................36 ACW, DCW and GB Manual Testing ......... 37 Choose/Recall a Manual Test Number ........... 38 Edit Manual Test Settings ................
  • Page 30 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Choose/Recall an Automatic Test ............79 Edit Automatic Test Settings ..............81 Adding a Step to the Automatic Test ............82 Creating an AUTO Test File Name ............83 Saving and Exiting EDIT Status ............... 84 Automatic Test Page View ................

  • Page 31: Menu Tree

    OPERATION Menu Tree This section describes the overall structure of the operation statuses and modes for the GPT-9000 safety testers. The testers have two main testing modes (MANU, AUTO) and 5 main operation statuses (VIEW, EDIT, READY, TEST and STOP). PASS/FAIL result Press status...

  • Page 32: Menu Tree Overview

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Menu Tree Overview VIEW status is used to view the parameters of VIEW status the selected manual test/automatic test. The VIEW status is also used to put the tester into MANU or AUTO mode. VIEW status...
  • Page 33 OPERATION TEST status is active when a MANU test or TEST status AUTO test is running. Pressing STOP will cancel the MANU test or the remaining steps in an AUTO test. TEST status M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z...
  • Page 34 GPT-9000 Series User Manual AUTO indicates that the tester is in AUTO AUTO mode mode. AUTO mode is for creating/running a sequence of up to 16 MANU tests. AUTO mode A U T O = 0 0 3 - 0 0...

  • Page 35: Test Lead Connection

    OPERATION Test Lead Connection This section describes how to connect the GPT-9000 to a DUT for withstanding, insulation resistance or ground bond testing. ACW, DCW, IR Connection ACW, DCW and IR tests use the HIGH Background VOLTAGE terminal and RETURN terminal with the GHT-114 test leads.

  • Page 36: Gb Connection

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual GB Connection GB tests use the SENSE H/L and SOURCE H/L Background terminals with the GTL-115 test leads. GB Connection GPT-9000 Source H Sense H Source L Sense L 1. Turn the power off on the safety tester.

  • Page 37: Acw, Dcw And Gb Manual Testing

    OPERATION ACW, DCW and GB Manual Testing This section describes how to create, edit and run a single ACW, DCW, IR or GB safety test. Each Manual setting described in this chapter only applies to the selected manual test – no other manual tests are affected.

  • Page 38: Choose/Recall A Manual Test Number

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Choose/Recall a Manual Test Number ACW, DCW, IR and GB tests can only be Background created in the MANU (manual) mode. MANU number 001 to 100 can be saved and thus be loaded when editing/creating a MANU test or AUTO test.

  • Page 39: Edit Manual Test Settings

    OPERATION The MANU number can only be chosen in VIEW Note status. If in the EDIT status, switch to the VIEW status by pressing the EDIT/SAVE or ESC key. Edit Manual Test Settings To edit any of the manual test settings, the Background tester must be in EDIT status.

  • Page 40: Setting The Test Function

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Setting the Test Function After a MANU number has been chosen and Background the tester is in EDIT status, a test function can be set. There are four test functions, AC Withstand, DC Withstand, Insulation Resistance and Ground Bond.

  • Page 41: Setting The Test Frequency

    OPERATION 1. Press the UP / DOWN arrow keys Steps to bring the cursor to the voltage setting. M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 .

  • Page 42: Setting The Upper And Lower Limits

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual 1. Press the UP / DOWN arrow keys Steps to bring the cursor to the FREQ setting. M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 .
  • Page 43 OPERATION M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 . 0 0 m A 0 100 A M P 0 0 . 1 S = 0 0 1 .

  • Page 44: Setting A Reference Value

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual 0.000mA~041.9mA (GPT-98XX) ACW (LO) 0.000mA~109.9mA (GPT-99XX) DCW (LO) 0.000mA~010.9mA (GPT-98XX) 0.000mA~020.9mA (GPT-99XX) IR (HI) 0001MΩ~9999MΩ, ∞ (GPT-98XX) 0.001GΩ~50.00GΩ, ∞ (GPT-99XX) GB (LO) 000.0mΩ ~ 649.9mΩ The LO SET setting is limited by the HI SET Note setting.
  • Page 45 OPERATION 0.000mA~HI SET current-0.1mA 0.000mA~HI SET current-0.1mA 0000MΩ~HI SETΩ-1MΩ 000.0mΩ~HI SETΩ-0.1mΩ For GB tests, a reference offset can be Note automatically created using the zeroing function. See page 71 for details.

  • Page 46: Setting The Test Time (Timer)

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Setting the Test Time (Timer) The TIMER setting is used to set the test time Background for the current test. The test time determines how long the test voltage or current is applied to the DUT. This test time does not include...
  • Page 47 OPERATION M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 . 0 0 m A 0 100 A M P 0 0 . 1 S = 0 0 1 .

  • Page 48: Setting The Ramp Up Time

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Setting the Ramp Up Time The Ramp Up time is the total time taken for Background the tester to reach the test voltage level. The Ramp Up time starts after the initial time (100ms) with a start voltage of 50 volts. The Ramp Up time can be set from 000.1 to 999.9...

  • Page 49: Creating A Manu Test File Name

    OPERATION Creating a MANU Test File Name Each manual test can have a user-defined test Background file name (default: MANU_NAME) up to 10 characters long. See the character list below for the allowed characters. Character List 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K W X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k...

  • Page 50: Setting The Arc Mode

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Setting the ARC Mode ARC detection, otherwise known as flashover Background detection, detects fast voltage or current transients that are not normally detected. Arcing is usually an indicator of poor withstanding insulation, electrode gaps or other insulating problems that cause temporary spikes in current or voltage during ACW and DCW testing.
  • Page 51 OPERATION 3. Use the scroll wheel to set the ARC mode. ARC MODES: OFF, ON AND CONTINUE, ON AND STOP 4. Press the EDIT/SAVE key to save EDIT/SAVE and exit the MANU Utility and go back to EDIT status. The ESC key can be pressed at any time in the Note Utility menu to cancel and exit.
  • Page 52 GPT-9000 Series User Manual The ARC setting range is directly related to the HI Note SET current limit. ACW: GPT-98XX HI SET Limit ARC Range 0.001mA~0.999mA 1.000mA ~2.000mA 01.00mA~09.99mA 01.00mA ~20.00mA 010.0mA~042.0mA 001.0mA ~080.0mA ACW: GPT-99XX HI SET Limit ARC Range 0.001mA~1.100mA...

  • Page 53: Setting Pass Hold

    OPERATION Setting PASS HOLD The PASS HOLD settings only apply to the Background selected test in an AUTO test. When the PASS HOLD setting is set to ON, a PASS judgment is held until the START button is pressed. The PASS HOLD setting only applies to AUTO Note tests.

  • Page 54: Setting Fail Mode

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual The ESC key can be pressed at any time in the Note MANU Utility menu to cancel and exit. Setting FAIL MODE The FAIL MODE settings only apply to the Background selected test in AUTO tests.

  • Page 55: Setting Max Hold

    OPERATION 2. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to move to the FAIL MODE setting. 3. Use the scroll wheel to set FAIL MODE. FAIL MODE CONTINUE, HOLD, STOP 4. Press the EDIT/SAVE key to save EDIT/SAVE and exit the MANU Utility menu. The ESC key can be pressed at any time in the Note MANU Utility menu to cancel and exit.

  • Page 56: Setting The Grounding Mode

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual 2. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to move to the MAX HOLD setting. 3. Use the scroll wheel to set MAX HOLD. MAX HOLD OFF, ON 4. Press the EDIT/SAVE key to save EDIT/SAVE and exit the MANU Utility menu.
  • Page 57 OPERATION ground from the DUT side of the testing circuit will not be measured. For this reason, this testing mode is able to measure to a higher resolution. The GROUND MODE is always set to OFF for IR and GB tests. GROUND MODE = ON, DUT grounded GPT-9000 High Voltage terminal...
  • Page 58 GPT-9000 Series User Manual GROUND MODE = OFF, DUT floating GPT-9000 High Voltage terminal stray resistance, Return terminal capacitance GPT-9804 (GB testing) Source H stray Sense H resistance, Sense L capacitance Source L GROUND MODE = OFF, DUT grounded GPT-9000...
  • Page 59 OPERATION When GROUND MODE is set to OFF, the DUT, Warning fixtures or connected instrumentation cannot be grounded. This will short circuit the internal circuitry during a test. For ACW and DCW tests, if it is not known whether the DUT test setup is grounded or not, always set GROUND MODE to ON.
  • Page 60 GPT-9000 Series User Manual 5. The GROUND MODE icon on the display changes accordingly. M A N U = * * * - 0 0 M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A...

  • Page 61: Saving And Exiting Edit Status

    OPERATION Saving and Exiting EDIT Status After all test parameters have been set, the test Background can be saved. After a test is saved it can be used when creating an AUTO test. The special MANU number, 000, can be saved, Warning however it cannot be used for AUTO tests.

  • Page 62: Running A Manu Test

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Running a MANU Test A test can be run when the tester is in READY Background status. The tester cannot start to run a test under the Note following conditions: A protection setting has been tripped; when a ...
  • Page 63 OPERATION STOP 2. Press the STOP button to put the tester into the READY status. READY status M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 .
  • Page 64 GPT-9000 Series User Manual M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 . 0 0 m A 0 100 00 37 A M P 0 0 .
  • Page 65 OPERATION STOP 1. To stop the test at any time when it Stop the Test is running, press the STOP button. The test will stop immediately. When the STOP button is pressed, a judgment is not made on the test. All panel keys except the STOP button are locked when the tester is in STOP status.

  • Page 66: Pass / Fail Manu Test

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual PASS / FAIL MANU Test If the test is allowed to run to completion (the Background test is not stopped or a protection setting is not tripped) then the tester will judge the test as either PASS or FAIL.
  • Page 67 OPERATION START Pressing the START button will restart the test. The buzzer will only sound if the Pass Sound is set Note to ON. See page 97 for details. The START button is disabled when the buzzer is beeping. PASS Timing The timing diagrams below show the ACW, DCW, Diagrams IR and GB timing for the START status, TEST...
  • Page 68 GPT-9000 Series User Manual IR PASS Timing START TEST PASS Output V time RAMP TEST TIME Initial time Discharge time (100ms) GB PASS Timing START TEST PASS Output I time 0.5s Initial time Total Test Time (100ms) 1. When the test is judged as FAIL,...
  • Page 69 OPERATION 3. The READY indicator will be lit READY blue in the READY status. READY status M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 . 0 0 m A 0 100 A M P 0 0 .
  • Page 70 GPT-9000 Series User Manual IR FAIL Timing START TEST FAIL Output V time RAMP TEST TIME Initial time Discharge time (100ms) GB FAIL Timing START TEST FAIL Output I time 0.5s Initial time Total Test Time (100ms)

  • Page 71: Zeroing Of The Test Leads (Gb Only)

    OPERATION Zeroing of the Test Leads (GB only) The Zeroing function is used to determine the Background resistance of the test leads for GB tests. When a zero check is performed, the reference is automatically set to the measured resistance of the test leads.
  • Page 72 GPT-9000 Series User Manual 4. The ZERO function can be E R O activated by pressing the corresponding soft-key in the READY status. The ZERO soft-key will be highlighted. START 5. Press the START button to perform the zero check. The tester will go into the ZERO status.
  • Page 73 OPERATION I<SET If SOURCE H/L terminals are open or poorly connected, then an I<SET error will appear on the screen. Stop the test and re-check the connection again and try again. I<SET error message FAIL status M A N U = * * * - 0 0 .

  • Page 74: Special Manu Test Mode (000)

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Special MANU Test Mode (000) When MANU number 000 is selected, the Special Test Mode Overview special test mode is activated. Under the special test mode, the voltage can be changed during a test, in real time (ACW, DCW only). The test function can also be changed when in READY or VIEW status, unlike under normal operation.
  • Page 75 OPERATION Current Voltage Test V Test I time RAMP TIME TEST time Start time Legend: Voltage: Current The test items that are plotted on the sweep graph depend on the type of test that is performed. TEST Graph Test Items Test voltage, test current (V, I) Test voltage, test current (V, I) Test current, test resistance (I, R)
  • Page 76 GPT-9000 Series User Manual 3. Set all the necessary parameters for Pages 39~61 a test and save. Note: A different test setup can be saved for each test function (ACW, DCW, IR and GB). M A N U = * * * - 0 0...
  • Page 77 OPERATION Running the Test 1. In special test mode (000), tests are Page 62 started and stopped in the same way as for the normal manual test mode. See page 62 for details. 2. If required, the scroll wheel can be used to set the voltage level in real- time as the test is running (this does not apply to IR or GB tests).
  • Page 78 GPT-9000 Series User Manual DCW Example Secondary item Primary item V ( k V ) : 0 . 2 0 0 I ( m A ) : 0 0 . 5 1 T ( S ) : 0 0 0 4 . 5...

  • Page 79: Automatic Tests

    OPERATION Automatic Tests This section describes how to create, edit and run automatic tests. Automatic tests allow you to link together up to 16 different MANU tests and run them sequentially. Each stored MANU test is used as a test step when creating an AUTO test. Choose/Recall an Automatic Test→...
  • Page 80 GPT-9000 Series User Manual VIEW status M A N U = * * * - 0 0 1 A U T O = 0 0 1 - 1 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 .

  • Page 81: Edit Automatic Test Settings

    OPERATION Edit Automatic Test Settings To edit an automatic test, the tester must be in Background EDIT status. Any settings or parameters that are edited only apply to the currently selected AUTO number. 1. Press the EDIT/SAVE key when in Steps EDIT/SAVE VIEW status to enter the EDIT...

  • Page 82: Adding A Step To The Automatic Test

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Adding a Step to the Automatic Test Up to 16 MANU tests (steps) can be added to Background an automatic (AUTO) test. Each step is added in a sequential order. 1. Press the DOWN arrow keys to...

  • Page 83: Creating An Auto Test File Name

    OPERATION The test order can be edited in the Page View Note menu after the AUTO test is saved. See page 85 for details. Creating an AUTO Test File Name Each automatic test can have a user-defined test Background file name (Default: AUTO_NAME) up to 10 characters long.

  • Page 84: Saving And Exiting Edit Status

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual 4. The AUTO test file name is set when the current AUTO test is saved or when the cursor is moved to another setting. To cancel the name changes, press the ESC key Note before the cursor is moved to another setting or the name is saved.

  • Page 85: Automatic Test Page View

    OPERATION Automatic Test Page View Pressing the PAGE key will show an overview Background of the tests for the currently selected automatic test when in the VIEW status. The Page View will show the order of the AUTO test steps as well as the manual file name, function, test voltage/current and HI/LO SET limits.
  • Page 86 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Selected cursor AUTO test file name MANU test file name A U T O = 0 0 1 - 0 1 M A N U _ N A C W = 0 . 0 0 k 1 .
  • Page 87 OPERATION 1. Use the UP/DOWN and Swapping Two LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys to move Steps the cursor to the test step you wish to swap. 2. Press the SWAP soft-key. W A P 3. Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys to move the cursor to the second step.

  • Page 88: Running An Automatic Test

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Delete a Test Step 1. Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys to move the cursor to the test step you wish to delete. 2. Press the DEL soft-key. D E L 3. The step will be deleted.
  • Page 89 OPERATION button is pressed immediately after the STOP button (<0.5s). Do not touch any terminals, test leads or the DUT Warning when a test is running. 1. Ensure the tester is in VIEW status. Steps Page 79 Save the automatic test if necessary.
  • Page 90 GPT-9000 Series User Manual 5. The TEST indicator will be lit TEST orange when in the TEST status. 6. Each test will start by showing the remaining ramp up time, followed by the remaining test time. Each test will be tested in sequence until the last test has finished or the test is stopped.
  • Page 91 OPERATION STOP 4. To stop the test when HOLD is displayed on-screen, press the STOP button. When in HOLD status, only the START and STOP Note buttons can be pressed, all other keys are disabled. STOP 1. To stop the AUTO test at any time Stop a Running when it is running, press the STOP Test...

  • Page 92: Automatic Test Results

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual To exit testing, press the Exit Testing MANU/AUTO MANU/AUTO key when the tester is in the READY status. The tester will revert to the VIEW status for the current automatic test. A U T O = 0 0 1 - 1 0...
  • Page 93 OPERATION (excluding skipped tests). A FAIL result for a single step will result in  FAIL for the whole automatic test. A STOP. No step can be stopped for a  PASS/FAIL judgment to be made. In other words, if a test is stopped, it is judged as neither PASS nor FAIL.
  • Page 94 GPT-9000 Series User Manual A U T O = 0 0 1 - * * # 0 1 : P A S # 0 2 : P A S # 0 3 : P A S # 0 4 : P A S...
  • Page 95 OPERATION READY status A U T O = 0 0 1 - 1 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 . 0 0 m A 0 100 A M P 0 0 . 1 S = 0 0 1 .

  • Page 96: Common Utility Settings

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Common Utility Settings The Common Utility settings are system-wide settings that apply to both MANU tests and AUTO tests. The Common Utility menu includes the following settings: LCD settings → from page 96.  Buzzer Settings → from page 97.
  • Page 97 OPERATION 4. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a menu item: LCD Contrast, LCD Brightness. 5. Use the scroll wheel to select a parameter for the chosen menu item. 1(low) ~ 8(high) LCD Contrast LCD Brightness BRIGHT, DARK 6. Press EDIT/SAVE to save the EDIT/SAVE settings and exit to VIEW status.
  • Page 98 GPT-9000 Series User Manual 3. Press the BUZZ soft-key to bring B U Z Z up the Buzzer Common Utility menu. T I L I T Y P a s s u n d T I M E : 0 0 .
  • Page 99 OPERATION 1. Ensure the tester is in VIEW status. Steps Page 61 Save the current test if necessary. VIEW status M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A F R E Q = 0 H z 1 .
  • Page 100 GPT-9000 Series User Manual 7. Press EDIT/SAVE to save the EDIT/SAVE settings and exit to VIEW status. Ensure the baud rate settings or GPIB address Note matches the host machine. The ESC key can be pressed at any time to cancel Note and exit back to VIEW status.
  • Page 101 OPERATION The Interlock function is a safety feature. The interlock function prevents a test from running, unless the interlock pins on the signal I/O port connector are shorted. The included interlock key can be used for this purpose. See page 108 for details.
  • Page 102 GPT-9000 Series User Manual FRONT PANEL, REMOTE Start Ctrl CONNECT, SIGNAL IO ON, OFF Double Action ON, OFF Key Lock ON, OFF INTERLOCK 6. Press EDIT/SAVE to save the EDIT/SAVE settings and exit to VIEW status. The Double Action setting is ignored when the...

  • Page 103: External Control

    EXTERNAL CONTROL XTERNAL CONTROL The External Control chapter covers the REMOTE terminal and the SIGNAL I/O port. External Control Overview ..........104 Remote Terminal Overview ..............104 Remote Controller Operation ..............105 SIGNAL I/O Overview ................106 Using the SIGNAL I/O to Start/Stop Tests ......... 108 Using the Interlock Key ................

  • Page 104: External Control Overview

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual External Control Overview The External Control section describes the front panel REMOTE terminal connection and the rear panel SIGNAL I/O port. Remote Terminal Overview The REMOTE terminal connector is a standard Overview 5-pin DIN terminal suitable for a remote controller.

  • Page 105: Remote Controller Operation

    EXTERNAL CONTROL Remote Controller Operation The GPT-9000 accepts external remote Description controllers with a START and STOP button. To use the REMOTE terminal, the GPT-9000 must first be configured to accept a remote controller. Operating a remote controller is the same as operating the START and STOP buttons on the front panel.

  • Page 106: Signal I/O Overview

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual SIGNAL I/O Overview The SIGNAL I/O port can be used to remotely Overview start/stop tests and monitor the test status of the instrument. The SIGNAL I/O port is also used for the interlock function (page 100).
  • Page 107 EXTERNAL CONTROL Output PIN 6 OUTPUT_TEST Connection PIN 7 OUTPUT_FAIL PIN 8 OUTPUT_PASS PIN 9 OUTPUT_COM Input Signals Signal Properties High level input voltage 5V ~ 32V Low level input voltage 0V ~ 1V Low level input current Maximum of -5mA Input period Minimum of 1ms Output Signals...

  • Page 108: Using The Signal I/O To Start/Stop Tests

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Using the SIGNAL I/O to Start/Stop Tests To use the SIGNAL I/O port the Start Ctrl Background settings have to be set to SIGNAL I/O in the Common Utility menu. 1. Set the Start Ctrl option to SIGNAL...

  • Page 109: Using The Interlock Key

    EXTERNAL CONTROL Using the Interlock Key When the INTERLOCK function is set to ON, Background tests are only allowed to start when both Interlock pins on the signal I/O port are shorted. Using the Interlock key will short the INTERLOCK1 and INTERLOCK2 pins on the signal I/O port.

  • Page 110: Remote Control

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual EMOTE CONTROL This chapter describes basic configuration of IEEE488.2 based remote control. The remote interface supports USB, RS232 and GPIB. Interface Configuration ..........111 Command Syntax ............115 Command List .............. 118 Error Messages ............. 154...

  • Page 111: Interface Configuration

    REMOTE CONTROL Interface Configuration USB Remote Interface Type A, host PC side Configuration connector Rear panel Type A GPT-9000 side connector CDC (communications device USB Class class) 1. Connect the USB cable to the rear Panel operation panel USB A port. 2.
  • Page 112 GPT-9000 Series User Manual 1: No connection Pin Assignment 1 2 3 4 5 2: RxD (Receive Data) 3: TxD (Transmit Data) 6 7 8 9 4: No connection 5: GND 6-9: No connection GPT-9000 Connection DB9 Pin Signal Signal...
  • Page 113 REMOTE CONTROL USB/RS232 Remote Control Function Check Invoke a terminal application such as Hyper Functionality Terminal. check To check the COM port number and other settings, see the Device Manager in the PC. For WinXP; Control panel → System → Hardware tab.
  • Page 114 GPT-9000 Series User Manual When the panel is being remotely controlled via Display the USB, RS232 or GPIB interfaces, RMT will be displayed on the screen. M A N U = * * * - 0 0 0 0 m A...

  • Page 115: Command Syntax

    REMOTE CONTROL Command Syntax Partial compatibility IEEE488.2 Compatible Partial compatibility Standard SCPI, 1999 SCPI commands follow a tree-like structure, Command organized into nodes. Each level of the Structure command tree is a node. Each keyword in an SCPI command represents each node in the command tree.
  • Page 116 GPT-9000 Series User Manual A query is a simple or Query compound command followed by a question mark (?). A parameter (data) is returned. MANU:ACW:VOLTage? Example Commands and queries have two different Command Forms forms, long and short. The command syntax is...
  • Page 117 REMOTE CONTROL floating point 4.5e-1, 8.25e+1 <NR3> any of NR1, 2, 3 1, 1.5, 4.5e-1 <NRf> ASCII text TEST_NAME <string> string Message Carriage Return, Line feed code CR, LF Terminator...

  • Page 118: Command List

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Command List System SYSTem:LCD:CONTrast ..........120 Commands SYSTem:LCD:BRIGhtness ......... 120 SYSTem:BUZZer:PSOUND ........121 SYSTem:BUZZer:FSOUND ........121 SYSTem:BUZZer:PTIMe ..........121 SYSTem:BUZZer:FTIMe ..........122 SYSTem:ERRor............. 122 SYSTem:GPIB:VERSion ..........123 FUNCtion:TEST ............124 Function Commands MEASure<x> ..............124 MAIN:FUNCtion ............125 MANU:STEP ..............
  • Page 119 REMOTE CONTROL MANU:IR:REF ............. 137 MANU:GB:CURRent ..........138 MANU:GB:RHISet ............138 MANU:GB:RLOSet ............. 138 MANU:GB:TTIMe............139 MANU:GB:FREQuency ..........139 MANU:GB:REF ............140 MANU:GB:ZEROCHECK ......... 140 MANU:UTILity:ARCMode ........141 MANU:UTILity:PASShold ........141 MANU:UTILity:FAILmode ........141 MANU:UTILity:MAXHold ........142 MANU:UTILity:GROUNDMODE ......142 MANU<x>:EDIT:SHOW ...........

  • Page 120: System System:lcd:contrast

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual System Commands SYSTem:LCD:CONTrast ................120 SYSTem:LCD:BRIGhtness ................ 120 SYSTem:BUZZer:PSOUND ..............121 SYSTem:BUZZer:FSOUND ..............121 SYSTem:BUZZer:PTIMe ................121 SYSTem:BUZZer:FTIMe ................122 SYSTem:ERRor ................... 122 SYSTem:GPIB:VERSion ................123 SYSTem:LCD:CONTrast Query Sets the contrast of the LCD display from 1 (low) Description to 8 (bright).

  • Page 121: System:buzzer:psound

    REMOTE CONTROL SYSTem:BUZZer:PSOUND Query Turns the buzzer sound on or off for a PASS Description judgment. Syntax SYSTem:BUZZer:PSOUND{ON|OFF} Query Syntax SYSTem:BUZZer:PSOUND ? PASS Sound on. Parameter/ Return parameter PASS Sound off. Example SYST:BUZZ:PSOUND ON Turns the buzzer sound on for PASS judgments. SYSTem:BUZZer:FSOUND Query Turns the buzzer sound on or off for a FAIL...

  • Page 122: System:buzzer:ftime

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual SYSTem:BUZZer:FTIMe Query Sets the FAIL Sound duration in seconds. Description Syntax SYSTem:BUZZer:FTIMe <NR2> Query Syntax SYSTem:BUZZer:FTIMe? 0.2~999.9 Parameter/ <NR2> Return parameter Example SYST:BUZZ:FTIM 1 Sets the buzzer to 1 second for a FAIL judgment. SYSTem:ERRor Query Returns any errors in the output buffer.

  • Page 123: System:gpib:version

    REMOTE CONTROL 36,REF Setting Error 37,Frequency Setting Error 38,ARC Setting Error 39,RAMP Time Setting Error 40,TEST Time Setting Error Example SYST:ERR ? >0,No Error Returns “0,No Error” as the error message. SYSTem:GPIB:VERSion Query Queries the GPIB version. Description Query Syntax SYSTem:GPIB:VERSion? Returns: Return parameter <string>...

  • Page 124: Function Function:test

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual FUNCtion:TEST Query Turns the currently selected test (output) on or off. Description When HOLD is displayed on the screen during AUTO tests, use the FUNCtion:TEST command to move on to the next step. Setting the FUNCtion:TEST command to OFF at the end of a test will also temporarily turn the PASS/FAIL buzzer sound off.

  • Page 125: Main:function

    REMOTE CONTROL No parameter needed for MANU Parameter mode. (MANU mode) <NR1>1~16. Step number. Parameter <x> (AUTO mode) Returns the test status of the test Return parameter <string> in the following format: function, judgment or status, test voltage, test current or resistance, test time or ramp time ACW, DCW, IR, GB Function...
  • Page 126 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Manual Commands MANU:STEP ....................127 MANU:NAME ................... 127 MANU:RTIMe .................... 127 MANU:EDIT:MODE ................. 128 MANU:ACW:VOLTage ................128 MANU:ACW:CHISet ................129 MANU:ACW:CLOSet ................129 MANU:ACW:TTIMe ................. 130 MANU:ACW:FREQuency ............... 131 MANU:ACW:REF ..................131 MANU:ACW:ARCCurrent ..............132 MANU:DCW:VOLTage ................132 MANU:DCW:CHISet ................

  • Page 127: Manu:step

    REMOTE CONTROL MANU:STEP Query Sets the MANU test number. Description Syntax MANU:STEP <NR1> Query Syntax MANU:STEP? 0~100. Parameter/ <NR1> Return parameter Example MANU:STEP 100 Sets the manual test number to 100. MANU:NAME Query Sets or returns the test name for the selected Description manual test.

  • Page 128: Manu:edit:mode

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Syntax MANU:RTIMe <NR2> Query Syntax MANU:RTIMe? 0.1~999.9 seconds Parameter/ <NR2> Return parameter Example MANU:RTIM 0.5 Sets the ramp time to half a second. MANU:EDIT:MODE Query Sets or returns the mode (ACW, DCW, IR) of the Description selected manual test.

  • Page 129: Manu:acw:chiset

    REMOTE CONTROL MANU:ACW:CHISet Query Sets or returns the ACW HI SET current value in Description milliamps. The test must first be in ACW mode before this command can be used. Syntax MANU:ACW:CHISet <NR2> Query Syntax MANU:ACW:CHISet? 0.001 ~ 042.0 (GPT-98XX) Parameter/ <NR2>...

  • Page 130: Manu:acw:ttime

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Syntax MANU:ACW:CLOSet<NR2> Query Syntax MANU:ACW:CLOSet? 0.000 ~ 041.9 (GPT-98XX) Parameter/ <NR2> Return parameter 0.000 ~ 109.9 (GPT-99XX) Example MANU:ACW:CLOS 20.0 Sets the ACW LO SET current to 20 mA. MANU:ACW:TTIMe Query Sets or returns the ACW test time in seconds. The...

  • Page 131: Manu:acw:frequency

    REMOTE CONTROL MANU:ACW:FREQuency Query Sets or returns the ACW test frequency in Hz. The Description test must first be in ACW mode before this command can be used. Syntax MANU:ACW:FREQuency {50|60} Query Syntax MANU:ACW:FREQuency? 50 Hz Parameter/ <50> Return parameter 60 Hz <60>...

  • Page 132: Manu:acw:arccurrent

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual MANU:ACW:ARCCurrent Query Sets or returns the ACW ARC current value in mA. Description ARC must be enabled before the ARC current can be set. The test must first be in ACW mode before this command can be used.

  • Page 133: Manu:dcw:chiset

    REMOTE CONTROL MANU:DCW:CHISet Query Sets or returns the DCW HI SET current value in Description milliamps. The test must first be in DCW mode before this command can be used. Note: A “DC Over 50W” error will result if the DCW Voltage X HI SET value is >...

  • Page 134: Manu:dcw:ttime

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Syntax MANU:DCW:CLOSet<NR2> Query Syntax MANU:DCW:CLOSet? 0.000 ~ 010.9 (GPT-98XX) Parameter/ <NR2> Return parameter 0.000 ~ 020.9 (GPT-99XX) Example MANU:DCW:CLOS 2.00 Sets the DCW LO SET current to 2mA. MANU:DCW:TTIMe Query Sets or returns the DCW test time in seconds. The...

  • Page 135: Manu:dcw:arccurrent

    REMOTE CONTROL Syntax MANU:DCW:REF <NR2> Query Syntax MANU:DCW:REF? 0.000 ~ 010.9 (GPT-98XX) Parameter/ <NR2> Return parameter 0.000 ~ 020.9 (GPT-99XX) Example MANU:DCW:REF 0.01 Sets the DCW reference to 0.01 mA. MANU:DCW:ARCCurrent Query Sets or returns the DCW ARC current value in mA. Description ARC must be enabled to set the ARC current.

  • Page 136: Manu:ir:rhiset

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Example MANU:IR:VOLT 1 Sets the IR voltage to 1 kV. MANU:IR:RHISet Query Sets or returns the IR HI SET resistance value in Description MΩ (GPT-98XX) or GΩ (GPT-99XX). The test must first be in IR mode before this command can be used.

  • Page 137: Manu:ir:ttime

    REMOTE CONTROL Example MANU:IR:RLOS 0.010 (GPT-99XX) Sets the IR LO SET resistance to 10MΩ. MANU:IR:TTIMe Query Sets or returns the IR test time in seconds. The test Description must first be in IR mode before this command can be used. Syntax MANU:IR:TTIMe <NR2>...

  • Page 138: Manu:gb:current

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual MANU:GB:CURRent Query Sets or returns the GB current in A. The test must Description first be in GB mode before this command can be used. Syntax MANU:GB:CURRent <NR2> Query Syntax MANU:GB:CURRent? 3.00~32.00 (GPT-98XX) Parameter/ <NR2> 3.00~33.00 (GPT-99XX)

  • Page 139: Manu:gb:ttime

    REMOTE CONTROL Syntax MANU:GB:RLOSet<NR2> Query Syntax MANU:IR:RLOSet? 0.000 ~ 649.9 Parameter/ <NR2> Return parameter Example MANU:GB:RLOS 50 Sets the GB LO SET resistance to 50mΩ. MANU:GB:TTIMe Query Sets or returns the GB test time in seconds. The test Description must first be in GB mode before this command can be used.

  • Page 140: Manu:gb:ref

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual MANU:GB:REF Query Sets or returns the GB reference value in mΩ. The Description test must first be in GB mode before this command can be used. The GB reference value must be less than the HI SET value.

  • Page 141: Manu:utility:arcmode

    REMOTE CONTROL MANU:UTILity:ARCMode Query Sets or returns the ARC mode status for the Description current test. The ARC mode cannot be set for the IR and GB function. Syntax MANU:UTILity:ARCMode {OFF|ON_CONT| ON_STOP} Query Syntax MANU:UTILity:ARCMode? Turns ARC mode off. Parameter/ Return parameter ON_CONT Sets ARC mode to ON and CONTINUE.

  • Page 142: Manu:utility:maxhold

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Sets/returns the fail mode as continue. Parameter/ CONT Return parameter Sets/returns the fail mode as hold. HOLD Sets/returns the fail mode as stop. STOP Example MANU:UTIL:FAIL CONT Sets the fail mode to CONT (continue). MANU:UTILity:MAXHold Query...

  • Page 143: Manu:Edit:show

    REMOTE CONTROL MANU<x>:EDIT:SHOW Query Returns the test parameters of a manual test. Description Query Syntax MANU<x>:EDIT:SHOW? <NR1> 000~100. Manual test number Parameter/ <x> Return parameter Returns a string in the following <string> format: Test function, test voltage, HI SET value, LO SET value, Ramp time, test time.

  • Page 144: Sweep Sweep:data:status

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Sweep Commands SWEEP:DATA:STATus ................144 SWEEP<X>:DATA:SHOW ..............145 SWEEP:GRAPh:SHOW ................146 SWEEP :GRAPh:LINE ................146 SWEEP:STARt:TIME ................. 147 SWEEP:DATA:STATus Query Returns the sweep mode, the voltage and current Description settings and the number data points that are used in the last sweep.

  • Page 145: Sweep:Data:show

    REMOTE CONTROL SWEEP<X>:DATA:SHOW Query Returns the data associated with a sweep graph. Description Data can be returned in one of two ways; either all the data can be returned or only the data at a particular point in time. The test points are evenly distributed. There can be up to 190 data points.

  • Page 146: Sweep:graph:show

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual All Data Points SWEEP0:DATA:SHOW? Example >ACW MODE,CR+LF >No.,V(kV),I(mA), T(S) ,CR+LF >001,0.071,0.032,0000.1,CR+LF >002,0.111,0.047,0000.2,CR+LF >………………………………… >013,0.601,0.215,0001.3,CR+LF >END This will return all the data from the sweep graph. SWEEP:GRAPh:SHOW Query Turns the sweep graph on or off on the GPT-99XX Description display.

  • Page 147: Sweep:start:time

    REMOTE CONTROL Description Parameter/ <NR1> Return parameter Turn all lines off/all lines are off. Displays the graph line for the primary test item. See page 75 for details. For example: V for ACW, DCW and GB tests, I for IR tests. Displays the graph line for the secondary test items.
  • Page 148 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Auto Commands AUTO<x>:PAGE:SHOW ................. 149 AUTO:PAGE:MOVE ................. 149 AUTO:PAGE:SWAP ................. 150 AUTO:PAGE:SKIP ..................150 AUTO:PAGE:DEL ..................151 AUTO:NAME ..................... 151 AUTO:EDIT:ADD ..................152 TESTok:RETurn ..................152 AUTO:STEP Query Sets or queries the AUTO number (automatic test Description number).

  • Page 149: Auto:Page:show

    REMOTE CONTROL AUTO<x>:PAGE:SHOW Query Returns the Page View of the selected automatic Description test in the following format: step1:MANU number, step2: MANU number, step3….etc. Query Syntax AUTO<x>:PAGE:SHOW? <NR1> 1~100 Parameter/ <x> Example AUTO1:PAGE:SHOW? >01:011 ,02:004 ,03:003 ,04:014 , >05:015 ,06:020* ,07:012 ,08:018 , >09: ,10: ,11:...

  • Page 150: Auto:page:swap

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual AUTO:PAGE:SWAP Query Swaps the source step with destination step. Description Syntax AUTO:PAGE:SWAP <Value1>,<Value2> <Vaue1> <NR1> 1~16 (source step) Parameter/ <Value2> <NR1> 1~16 (destination step) Example AUTO:PAGE:SWAP 1, 4 Swaps the contents of step 1 with step 4.

  • Page 151: Auto:page:del

    REMOTE CONTROL AUTO:PAGE:DEL Query Deletes the selected step from the AUTO test. The Description remaining steps move up to replace the deleted step. Syntax AUTO:PAGE:DEL <NR1> 1~16 (step no.#) Parameter/ <NR1> Example AUTO:PAGE:DEL 3 Deletes the contents of step number #3. A U T O = 0 0 1 - 0 1 M A N U _ N A C W = 0 .

  • Page 152: Auto:edit:add

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual AUTO:EDIT:ADD Query Add the selected MANU test to the current AUTO Description number. Syntax AUTO:EDIT:ADD <NR1> 1~100 Parameter/ <NR1> Example AUTO:EDIT:ADD 7 Adds MANU-007 to the current AUTO number. I.e., A U T O = 0 0 5 - 0 0 M A N U _ N A C W = 0 .

  • Page 153: Common *Cls

    REMOTE CONTROL Common Commands *CLS ....................... 153 *IDN ......................153 *CLS The *CLS command clears the internal registers. Description Syntax *CLS *IDN Query Queries the model number, serial number, and Description firmware version of the tester. Query Syntax *IDN? Returns the instrument identification as a Return parameter <string>...

  • Page 154: Error Messages

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual Error Messages The possible error messages returned from Background SYST:ERR? query are listed below. Error Error Code 0x14 Command Error 0x15 Value Setting Error 0x16 String Setting Error 0x17 Query Error 0x18 MODE Setting Error 0x19...

  • Page 155: Faq

    • The tester will not turn on. • The panel keys are not working. • When I press the START button the tester will not start testing? • The accuracy does not match the specification. The tester will not turn on. Ensure the power cord is connected.
  • Page 156 GPT-9000 Series User Manual If “Interlock” is enabled, the interlock key must be inserted into the signal I/O port on the rear before a test can be started. See page 108 for details. Lastly, ensure that the Start Ctrl setting is correctly configured in the Common Utility menu.

  • Page 157: Appendix

    APPENDIX PPENDIX Fuse Replacement 1. Turn the instrument Steps POWER off. 2. Remove the power cord. 3. Remove the fuse socket using a flat screwdriver. 4. Replace the fuse in the fuse holder. 5. Ensure the correct line voltage is lined up with the arrow on the fuse holder.

  • Page 158: Error Messages

    Error Messages System Self Test The following error messages or messages may appear on the GPT screen during the Start-Up initialization. If any of these error messages appear on the GPT-9000, please see an authorized GW Instek distributor. Error Messages Description...
  • Page 159 APPENDIX Test Errors The following error messages or messages may appear on the GPT screen when configuring or running tests. Error Messages Description TIME ERR For ACW tests. GPT-98XX: TIME ERR is displayed when HI SET ≥ 30.00mA~40.00mA and if the RAMP time and the TEST TIME setting is >...
  • Page 160 GPT-9000 Series User Manual I<SET For GB tests. Current too low. Indicates that the SOURCE L or SOURCE H test lead is open or poorly connected. Test the test lead connection with the DUT to confirm. I>SET For GB tests. Current is too high.

  • Page 161: Gpt-9000 Specifications

    APPENDIX GPT-9000 Specifications The specifications apply when the GPT-9000 is powered on for at least 30 minutes at 15˚C~35˚C. Specifications Environment Range Temperature Humidity ≤70% (No Warranty 15˚C ~ 35˚C condensation) ≤70% (No Operation 0˚C ~ 40˚C condensation) ≤85% (No Storage -10˚C ~ 70˚C condensation)
  • Page 162 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Current Best Resolution GPT-98XX: 0.001mA(0.001mA~0.999mA) 0.01mA(01.00mA~09.99mA) 0.1mA(010.0~040.0mA) GPT-99XX: 0.001mA(0.001mA~1.100mA) 0.01mA(01.11mA~11.00mA) 0.1mA(011.1~100.0mA) Current Measurement GPT-98XX: Accuracy ± (1.5% of rdg + 30 counts) when HI SET<1.00mA ± (1.5% of rdg + 3 counts) when HI SET≥1.00mA GPT-99XX: ±...
  • Page 163 APPENDIX Current Best Resolution GPT-98XX: 0.001mA(0.001mA~0.999mA) 0.01mA(01.00mA~09.99mA) 0.1mA(010.0mA) GPT-99XX: 0.001mA(0.001mA~1.100mA) 0.01mA(01.11mA~11.00mA) 0.1mA(011.0mA~020.0mA) Current Measurement GPT-98XX: Accuracy ± (1.5% of rdg + 30 counts) when HI SET <1.00mA (1.5% of rdg + 3 counts) when HI SET ≥1.00mA GPT-99XX: ± (1.5% of rdg + 30 counts) when HI SET <1.11mA (1.5% of rdg + 3 counts) when HI SET ≥1.11mA Window Comparator Method Yes ARC DETECT...
  • Page 164 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Output Impedance 600kΩ Window Comparator Method Yes Rise-time Control Function RAMP (Ramp Time) 0.1~999.9S TIMER (Test Time) 1S~999.9S Ground Bond Test Output Current Range 03.00A~30.00A (GPT-98XX) 03.00A~32.00A (GPT-99XX) Output Current Accuracy  (1% of reading +0.2A) when 3A≤I≤8A ...
  • Page 165 APPENDIX GPT-99XX: Test Voltage Max. 6V(AC)open-circuit Ohmmeter Measurement 0.1m Resolution Windows Comparator Method Yes TIMER (Test Time) 0.5S~999.9S Interface REMOTE (Remote terminal) SIGNAL IO RS232 USB (Device) GPIB Yes (OPTION) General DISPLAY 240 x 64 dot matrix LED back light LCD MEMORY AUTO/MANU mode 100 memory blocks total AC100V/120V/220V/230V 10%...
  • Page 166 GPT-9000 Series User Manual Table 1a: Output Limitation in Withstanding Voltage Testing (GPT-98XX) Upper Current Pause Output Time 30mA≤I≤40mA At least as long Maximum 240 as the output seconds time 0.001mA≤I<30 Not necessary Continuous output possible 0.001mA≤I≤10 Not necessary Continuous output possible 15A<I≤30A...

  • Page 167: Gpt-9800 Dimensions

    APPENDIX GPT-9800 Dimensions 395.9 PASS FAIL READY TEST AC / DC Withstanding Voltage / GPT-9803 Tester Insulation Resistance CAUTION 5.0 kVAC MAX. HIGH VOLTAGE 6.0 kVDC MAX. PAGE START STOP RETURN REMOTE POWER MANU/AUTO EDIT/SAVE UTILITY 322.0 452.0 329.7...

  • Page 168: Gpt-9900 Dimensions

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual GPT-9900 Dimensions 530.9 PASS FAIL READY TEST GPT-9903 AC / DC Withstanding Voltage / Tester Insulation Resistance CAUTION 5.0 kVAC MAX. HIGH VOLTAGE 6.0 kVDC MAX. PAGE START STOP RETURN REMOTE POWER MANU/AUTO EDIT/SAVE UTILITY 322.0 587.0...

  • Page 169: Declaration Of Conformity

    APPENDIX Declaration of Conformity GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD. No. 7-1, Jhongsing Rd, Tucheng Dist., New Taipei City 236, Taiwan GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT (SUZHOU) CO., LTD. No. 69 Lushan Road, Suzhou New District Jiangsu, China. declare that the below mentioned product Type of Product: Electrical Safety Tester Model Number: GPT-9801, GPT-9802, GPT-9803, GPT-9804, GPT-9903, GPT-9904...

  • Page 170: Index

    GPT-9000 Series User Manual NDEX Accessories ......... 12 overview ........37 pass hold ........53 Automatic test ramp up time ........ 48 add test .......... 82 results ..........66 edit settings ........81 running a test ....... 62 load ..........79 saving ..........
  • Page 171 INDEX buzzer ..........97 RS232 ..........98 Control settings ......100 start control ......... 100 double action ....... 100 USB ..........98 GPIB ..........98 Warning symbol ......5 interface .........98 Workplace precautions ..... 25 key lock ........100 Zeroing ........71 LCD ..........96...

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