Bartington PSU1 Operation Manual

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INNOVATION IN MAGNETICS
OM2443/4
Operation Manual for
PSU1 Power Supply Unit
www.bartington.com

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  • Page 1 INNOVATION IN MAGNETICS OM2443/4 Operation Manual for PSU1 Power Supply Unit www.bartington.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS Table of Contents 1. About this Manual 1.1. Symbols Glossary 2. Safe Use 3. Introduction to the PSU1 4. PSU1 Features 4.1. PSU1 Front Panel 4.2. Back Panel Connections and Controls 5. Compatibility 6. PSU1 Operation 6.1. Installing and Replacing the Internal Batteries 6.2.
  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Photographs of key components are included, labelled with numbers. A number in the text in square brackets [ ] refers to that label. Caution: This manual applies only to the PSU1 Power Supply Unit. For the earlier Mag- 03PSU, please use the manual supplied with that unit or contact Bartington Instruments info@bartington.com.
  • Page 4: Introduction To The Psu1

    It also contains filters for the analogue outputs of the sensor. The analogue output are also available on the back panel of the PSU1 on three BNC connectors for connection to a digital voltmeter or acquisition unit.
  • Page 5: Psu1 Features

    BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS 4. PSU1 Features 4.1. PSU1 Front Panel Figure 1. PSU1 Front Panel 1. Magnetometer Output Type Selector Switch Balanced (button out) Unbalanced (button pressed in) Caution: This switch must be set to match your magnetometer output type to ensure correct results. See the Product Compatibility Charts page on the website .
  • Page 6: Back Panel Connections And Controls

    BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS 4.2. Back Panel Connections and Controls Figure 2. PSU1 Back Panel 7. X Signal Conditioned Output. 8. Y Signal Conditioned Output. 9. Z Signal Conditioned Output. The three BNC connectors carry the conditioned analogue output voltages. The conditioned outputs are the magnetometer X, Y and Z signals after they have been modified by the low/high pass filters and, if a balanced output magnetometer is connected, converted to single-ended signals.
  • Page 7: Compatibility

    The PSU1 can operate with the majority of Bartington Instruments single and three-axis fluxgate magnetometers. The complete list of compatible sensors is available here. Please note that where the sensors are unpackaged, suitable cables for connection to the PSU1 may not be available. Please contact sales@bartington.com...
  • Page 8 BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS Place the PSU1 on a suitable surface with the underside facing up and the two enclosure lid retaining screws nearest to you. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver of the appropriate size, fully loosen screw A to allow the edge of the lid to clear the enclosure end cap.
  • Page 9 BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS Lift the lid and place aside to gain access to the battery cell compartment. Insert each cell into the compartment in turn. Page 9 of 18 OM2443/4...
  • Page 10: Initial Charging Of The Battery Cells

    Tighten screws A and B in any order. 6.2. Initial Charging of the Battery Cells To charge the PSU1 batteries, connect the mains charger and switch on the mains supply (if appropriate). The charging LED [3] will begin to flash indicating that “fast charging” is taking place.
  • Page 11: Location Of The Equipment

    BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS Note: If the battery voltage falls below 5V a warning buzzer will sound when the PSU1 is switched on. Note: Battery capacity will decrease over time, depending on age and use. Caution: The operating temperature range is altered during battery charging.
  • Page 12: Connecting The Equipment

    With the Power switch (item 5 above) ON (position “1”), the power LED (item 4) will be continuously lit (ON). Note: For best results, after switching on the power, leave the PSU1 for 20 minutes for the internal temperature to stabilise, before performing any measurements.
  • Page 13: Signal Buffering

    Refer to product brochure DS2520 for maximum loads. 6.6. PSU1 Ratings Refer to product brochure DS2520 or maximum environmental, electrical and mechanical ratings for the PSU1. Caution: Exceeding the maximum environmental ratings may cause irreparable damage to the equipment. Page 13 of 18...
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS 7. Troubleshooting The PSU1 is unlikely to suffer any defects in normal use: no internal components are serviceable. The most likely causes of failure, and their solutions, are detailed in the following table. In the event of any apparent malfunction beyond those described in the table below, please email service@bartington.com, or telephone the Bartington Instruments service team on +44 (0)1993...
  • Page 15 Defective sensor cable Check sensor cable using relevant product brochure. Return to Bartington Instruments if found to be defective Sensor defective Return PSU1 and sensor to Bartington Instruments for repair PSU1 defective Return PSU1 and sensor to Bartington Instruments for repair...
  • Page 16: Care And Maintenance

    Warranty. 8.1. Fuses As a safety feature the PSU1 is fitted with a thermal fuse. If the PSU1 overheats, which could occur as a result of the fitment of incorrect battery cells, the charging circuit will be permanently isolated.
  • Page 17: End Of Life Disposal

    BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS 9. End of Life Disposal This product should not be disposed of in domestic or municipal waste. For information about disposing of this product safely, check local regulations for disposal of electrical / electronic products. 9.1. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations...
  • Page 18 ®The copyright of this document is the property of Bartington Instruments Ltd. Bartington is a registered trademark of Bartington Instruments Limited in the following countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, European Union, India, Israel, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States of America and Vietnam.

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