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Ametek i Series User Manual

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March 2011
i Series
iX Series
AC Power Source
User Manual
Document No. 7000-970 Rev. AA

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  • Page 1 Via Acquanera, 29 22100 Como tel. 031.526.566 (r.a.) fax 031.507.984 info@calpower.it www.calpower.it i Series iX Series AC Power Source User Manual Contact Information Telephone: 800 733 5427 (toll free in North America) 858 450 0085 (direct) Fax: 858 458 0267 Email: Domestic Sales: domorders.sd@ametek.com...
  • Page 4 User's Manual AC Power Source California Instruments Models : 3001i 5001i 5001i-400 9003i 10001i 10001i-400 15001i 15001i-400 15003i 15003i-400 30003i 30003i-400 3001iX 5001iX 5001iX-400 9003iX 10001iX 10001iX-400 15001iX 15001iX-400 15003iX 15003iX-400 30003iX 30003iX-400 Rev AA, March 2011.
  • Page 5 About AMETEK AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc., a Division of AMETEK, Inc., is a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision, programmable power supplies for R&D, test and measurement, process control, power bus simulation and power conditioning applications across diverse industrial segments.
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  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Neither AMETEK Programmable Power Inc., San Diego, California, USA, nor any of the subsidiary sales organizations can accept any responsibility for personnel, material or inconsequential injury, loss or damage that results from improper use of the equipment and accessories.
  • Page 8 AMETEK will, at its expense, deliver the repaired or replaced Product or parts to the Buyer. Any warranty of AMETEK will not apply if the Buyer is in default under the Purchase Order Agreement or where the Product or any part...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    6.4 Routine Output Calibration ........................ 114 6.5 Routine Measurement Calibration ..................... 117 6.6 Non-Routine Calibration ........................120 Service ............................125 7.1 Cleaning ............................125 7.2 General .............................. 125 7.3 Basic operation ..........................125 7.4 Advanced Troubleshooting........................ 127 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 10 9.7 LNS Option and XLS Option ......................233 9.8 Option –704: MilStd704 Tests ......................239 9.9 ABD Option: Airbus ABD0100.1.8 Test ..................... 289 9.10 WHM Option ............................. 317 10. Error Messages ........................320 11. Index ............................325 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 11 Figure 4-42: START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE menu ................100 Figure 5-1: AC Power System Block Diagram ....................101 Figure 5-2: Power Source Module Block Diagram ................... 104 Figure 5-3: 5001i Internal Layout ........................107 Figure 5-4: Logic Board LED's .......................... 108 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 12 Figure 9-53: MIL704 Menu ..........................242 Figure 9-54: Steady State Menu ........................242 Figure 9-55: Transient Menu ..........................244 Figure 9-56: Emergency Menu......................... 245 Figure 9-57: Abnormal Screen ......................... 246 Figure 9-58: MIL704 DC Menu .......................... 247 viii i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 13 Figure 9-68: ABD Option EUT Measurement Data Screen................300 Figure 9-69: ABD0100.1.8 Switching Transient Control Window ..............303 Figure 9-70: Application Screen ........................317 Figure 9-71 Watt-Hour Meter Screen ........................ 317 Figure 9-72: WH-Meter Screen With Function Active ..................318 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 14 Table 9-20: Voltage Variations Test Performed During RUN ALL ..............184 Table 9-21: EOS Versions ..........................199 Table 9-22: -704 Option Test Coverage ......................253 Table 9-23: -ABD Option Test Coverage ......................290 Table 10-1: Error Messages..........................324 i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Older generation i Series have two voltage ranges, either 0-135V or 0-270V. The iX Series and the newer generation i Series offer two sets of ranges, 0-135/0-270 and 0-150/0-300. Full power is available at the maximum output voltage for all ranges.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    100 s 100 A for 100 s at 208-240V 50 A for 100 s at 400-440 VAC and 400-480 VAC Hold-Up Time: 15 ms Isolation Voltage: 2200 VAC input to output 1350 VAC input to chassis i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 17 5000 VA AC, 3500 W DC 10001i/iX 10000 VA AC, 7000 W DC 10000 VA AC, 7000 W DC The distortion specification for the 3001i and iX is valid for an input voltage range of 197-264 V. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 18 66.7, 150 VAC range 37.0, 270 VAC range 33.3, 300 VAC range 51.8, 135 VDC range 51.8, 135 VDC range 25.9, 270 VDC range 46.6, 150 VDC range 25.9, 270 VDC range 23.3, 300 VDC range i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 19 Note: For the iX series, the current output in the AC & DC mode is equal to the current in the AC mode if the DC voltage is less than 20% of the fullscale voltage. It is equal to the DC current for DC voltages more than 20% of fullscale i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 20 330 A for 135 V range, 276 A for 270 V range 300 A for 150 V range, 276 A for 270 V range, 249 A for 300 V range Crest Factor: Up to 5:1 Up to 5:1 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 21 0.01kVA + 0.02%, <100 Hz 0.001 kVA 0. 02kVa + 0.02%, 100-500 Hz Real Power 0 - 6.000 kW 0.005kW + 0.02%, <100 Hz 0.001 kW 0.01kW + 0.02%, 100-500 Hz Power Factor 0 - 1.00 0.01 (>0.2kVA) i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 22 22K , to + 5 VDC. Non volatile 8 complete instrument setups and transient lists, 32 events per list. memory storage: Waveforms Sine (i series) Sine, square, clipped, user defined (iX series) i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 23 Surge protection to withstand EN50082-1 (IEC 801-4, 5) levels. Transients: Output Overcurrent: Adjustable level constant current mode with a maximum set point between 0% and 10% above programmed value. Output Short Circuit: Peak and rms current limit. Overtemperature: Automatic shutdown. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 24: Mechanical

    Altitude: <2000m Relative Humidity: 80% maximum for temperatures up to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50% at 40 C. Installation/Over voltage Category: Pollution Degree: Indoor Use Only Vibration: Designed to meet NSTA 1A transportation levels. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 25 User Manual Parameter Specification Shock: Designed to meet NSTA 1A transportation levels. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 26: Regulatory

    The Hi Range indicator is lit any time the unit is switched to high output voltage range. The Output On/Off indicator is on when the power source output relays are closed. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 27: Special Features, Options And Accessories

    Single phase lumped reference impedance network of IEC1000-3- 3 Flicker test -OMNI-1-37i Single phase lumped reference impedance network of IEC1000-3- 3 Flicker test – High current. -OMNI-3-18i Three phase lumped reference impedance network of IEC1000-3- i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 28 Function strobe break out box for systems. Function strobe / Trigger Output connection break out box. Provides BNC output with internal 9Vdc pull up for connection to external equipment such as oscilloscope. Compatible with multi-chassis i/iX Series configurations. Refer to section 3.6.5. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 29: Unpacking And Installation

    208-240 V , 400-440 V (option -400), or 400-480 V (option -400). CAUTION: Do not connect 400-480V into the 208-240V unit, the result could be a severely damaged unit. Figure 3-1: The 5001iX Power Source i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 30: Mechanical Installation

    Figures 3-2 through 3-12 for all connections. Note: The output of the power source is isolated from the input line and floating from chassis ground. If needed, either side (HI or LO) may be grounded. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 31: Table 3-1: Wire Sizes

    2 X DISTANCE X CABLE RESISTANCE PER FT. X CURRENT = VOLT DROP Table 3-1: Wire Sizes LOAD CURRENT WIRE GAGE 22 AMPS 10 AWG 37 AMPS 8 AWG 74 AMPS 4 AWG 111 AMPS 2 AWG i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 32: Connectors - Rear Panel

    NPN transistor. The internal power controller turns this transistor on to indicate a change of programmed values. See section 3.6.5 for details. EX SYNC LO: External Sync Low signal. This is the ground return for the TTL external i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 33 A logic high will cause the programmed output voltage to be restored at the output terminals. A contact closure between this pin and J22-27 (D COM) will simulate a logic low state. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 34: Table 3-3: Remote Sense Connector - Tb3

    Some system configuration do not support Internal sense mode in which case the sense connection must always be present at TB3. Table 3-3: Remote Sense Connector – TB3 Description Phase A sense Phase B sense Phase C sense Neutral sense i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 35: Figure 3-2: Rs232C Cable For Pc Connection Wiring Diagram

    DB9 male to DB9 female cable can be used to extend the supplied cable. Figure 3-2: RS232C Cable for PC Connection wiring diagram. 3.6.4 I/O Option – J58 This connector is reserved for control of the EOS option. Do not connect anything else to this connector. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 36: Figure 3-3: Function Strobe Connection

    Function Strobe output as a trigger output. An output pulse is generated for each logic “1” in the TTLTrigger list. See the iX/i Series Programming Manual P/N 7000-982 for details on the transient list system.
  • Page 37 A logic high will cause the programmed output voltage to be restored at the output terminals. A contact closure between pin J22-36 and pin J22-27 (D COM) will simulate a logic low state. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 38: Figure 3-5: Rear Panel View For The 3001I/3001Ix

    User Manual Figure 3-5: Rear Panel View for the 3001i/3001iX i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 39: Figure 3-6: Rear Panel View For The 5001I/5001Ix

    User Manual Figure 3-6: Rear Panel View for the 5001i/5001iX i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 40: Single-Phase And Three Phase Multiple Box System Configurations

    3. Press ENTER. 4. In the VOLT/CURR control screen select VOLT PAIR = . Press the key to change the range pair to 135/270. Pressing the key again will program the 150/300 range pair. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 41: Functional Test

    7, the current limit value can be set to 8 amps. In the unlikely event the power source does not pass the functional test, refer to the calibration procedure in Section 6 or call California Instrument‟s customer satisfaction department for further assistance. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 42: Figure 3-7: Connection For Single Power Source (5001Ix/I, 3001Ix/I)

    User Manual Figure 3-7: Connection For Single Power Source (5001iX/i, 3001iX/i) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 43: Figure 3-8: Functional Test Setup

    User Manual Figure 3-8: Functional Test Setup i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 44: Figure 3-9: Single Phase 10000 Va System (10001Ix/I)

    User Manual Figure 3-9: Single Phase 10000 VA System (10001iX/i) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 45: Figure 3-10: Three Phase 15000 Va System (15003Ix/I-Lk Three Controllers)

    User Manual Figure 3-10: Three Phase 15000 VA System (15003iX/i-LK Three Controllers) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 46: Figure 3-11: Single Phase 15000 Va System (15001Ix/I)

    User Manual Figure 3-11: Single Phase 15000 VA System (15001iX/i) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 47: Figure 3-12: Three-Phase 15000 Va System (15003Ix/I - One Controller)

    User Manual Figure 3-12: Three-Phase 15000 VA system (15003iX/i - One Controller) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 48: Figure 3-13: Connection With Mode Option

    User Manual Figure 3-13: Connection With MODE Option i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 49: Figure 3-14: Two Phase 10000 Va System (10002I-Lk Two Controllers)

    User Manual Figure 3-14: Two Phase 10000 VA System (10002i-LK Two Controllers) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 50: Figure 3-15: Three-Phase 9000 Va System (9003Ix/I - One Controller)

    User Manual Figure 3-15: Three-Phase 9000 VA System (9003iX/i – One Controller) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 51: Front Panel Operation

    The i and iX Series front panels are identical although some of the keys found on the front panel are only used by iX Series models. If your unit is an i Series, these keys will act as don‟t cares.

  • Page 52: Figure 4-1: Shuttle Knob

    ENTER key. 4.1.5 FUNCTION Keypad The function keypad provides access to all menus and measurement screens. The following keys are located in the FUNCTION keypad: i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 53: Figure 4-2: Function Keypad

    LO terminal of the output terminal block are disconnected from the power source. In this mode, the output is floating. The ON/OFF button provides a convenient way to disconnect the load without having to remove any wires. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 54: Figure 4-3: Entering Value From Decimal Keypad

    If the present cursor is at the top of the left hand column, the cursor is moved to the bottom of the right hand column. Figure 4-4 depicts the cursor movement through a two-column menu. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 55: Figure 4-4: Cursor Up Key Movement

    A sample of the main menu 1 screen that appears when the i Series AC source is powered up is shown in Figure 4-6. Due to the amount of space available on each screen, some menus have been split into parts. The MORE selection located at the bottom right hand side provides access to menu choices at the same level that did not fit on a single screen.

  • Page 56: Menu Structure

    MENU key repeatedly, which will toggle from MENU 1 to 2 to 3 and back to 1. The division of menu choices between the two screens is graphically illustrated in 4.2.2 by the boxes in level 1. Each box represents one screen. Subsequent screens can be reached using the MORE entry. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 57 The MEASUREMENT CAL menu allows for calibration of the AC source measurement system. OUTPUT CAL The OUTPUT CAL menu allows for calibration of the AC source output. Following the Menu overview pages is a detailed description of each menu and sub menu. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 58 FUNCTION FUNCTION CLEAR SEQ FUNCTION EVENT# REPEAT REPEAT REPEAT PREVIOUS SCREEN EVENT# EVENT# SEQUENCE# PREVIOUS SCREEN PREV. SCREEN PREVIOUS SCREEN PREVIOUS SCREEN WAVEFORMS CLIP LEVEL GROUP MODE SINE SQUARE CLIPPED USER WAVE MORE USER WAVE i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 59 CURR FS CURR 0 CURR FS HT CURR 0 HT PREVIOUS SCREEN OUTPUT CAL VOLT FS V HI-FREQ VOLT ZERO PHASE OFST IMP. REAL FS IMP. REACT FS IMP. REAL MIN IMP. REACT MIN PREVIOUS SCREEN i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 60: Figure 4-8: Program Menu

    The actual response of the AC Source to a current limit fault is determined by the protection mode selected in the CONFIGURATION menu. (CC = Constant Current, CV = Constant Voltage). i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 61 Both the Knob and the +/- key may be used to toggle through these three selections. In DC mode, no frequency selection is possible and all maximum current and power ratings are divided by two. The i Series offers AC or DC modes. DC OFFSET...

  • Page 62: Figure 4-9: Measurements Screen, Single Phase And Three Phase Modes

    MEASUREMENT 2 VA POWER In AC or AC+DC mode, this value is the apparent rms. power consumed by the load. In DC mode, this value is always the same as the POWER readout. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 63 MEAS1 screen) 3. Select the measurement 1 screen by pressing the MEAS key. 4. The pointer symbol (  ) points to the programmed parameter (V,F or CL) that will be affected by turning the shuttle. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 64: Figure 4-10: Harmonics/Trace Analysis Screen

    The fourth measurement screen is dedicated to the advanced measurements available on the iX Series only. This screen is not available on the i Series. The Harmonics/Trace Analysis measurement screen is a true menu screen offering several user accessible fields. These fields are used to select the desired acquisition trigger and display mode.
  • Page 65 If the trigger source equals IMM or PHASE A, this field can be used to program the trigger phase angle (TRIG PHASE). In IMM mode, the value of this field is ignored. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 66 VIEW field. Once on the VIEW field, press the ENTER key. This will not trigger a new acquisition which means the original data is retained. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 67: Figure 4-11: Transients Menu

    From this menu, transient list execution can be started. The same menu can be used to view or edit any available transient list step or erase a step using the backspace key. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 68: Figure 4-12: Voltage Surge/Sag Setup Screen

    The output waveshape changes upon entry into each step and remains in effect for the duration of the step. The default waveshape is always the SINE (sinewave). i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 69 It is a good practice to enter spaced EVENT #‟s to allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example, space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 70: Figure 4-13: Voltage Sweep/Step Setup Screen

    The output waveshape changes upon entry into each step and remains in effect for the duration of the step. The default waveshape is always the SINE (sinewave). i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 71 It is a good practice to enter spaced EVENT #‟s to allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example, space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 72: Figure 4-14: Frequency Sweep/Step Setup Screen

    It is a good practice to enter spaced EVENT #‟s to allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example, space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 73: Figure 4-15: Voltage/Frequency Sweep/Step Setup Screen

    The number of times the transient event is generated is equal to the REPEAT + 1. Leave this value at zero if only one execution of this event in the list is required. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 74: Figure 4-16: Start/View Transient Sequence Screen

    ENTER accidentally while on this field as you will loose the programmed transient list. Note that a list may be stored as part of the front panel setup in the nonvolatile memory registers. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 75: Figure 4-17: Waveforms Menu

    [iX Series only] Figure 4-17: WAVEFORMS menu The WAVEFORMS menu is available on the iX Series only. If your unit is an i Series, pressing the WAVE key on the front panel function keypad has no effect. The WAVEFORMS menu allows selection of the waveshape for each phase individually or all phases at once.
  • Page 76 User defined waveforms can be given a symbolic name of up to twelve characters. The use of any of the three standard waveform names (SINE, SQUARE and CLIPPED) should be avoided as it will be rejected by the iX controller. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 77 If the MODE is set to either VIEW option, the waveform data under the cursor will be displayed when the ENTER key is pressed. Press the ENTER key again to return to the WAVEFORMS menu. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 78: Figure 4-18: Applications Menu

    Flicker test applications. The iX Series also provides programmable impedance, so, in most cases, the OMNI option is not required. For the i Series, the OMNI impedance is available as an option. If the OMNI option is installed, this screen allows the impedance to be ENGAGED or BYPASSED.

  • Page 79: Figure 4-19: Setup Registers Menu

    To edit the register content, change all parameters that need to be changed. Pressing ENTER will save the new values and make them active. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 80: Figure 4-20: Utility Menu

    The number of outputs in a multibox system with the Mode-iX option can be switched between one for 15000 VA single phase, and three for 5000 VA per phase, three phase. If the Mode-iX option is not installed, the number of outputs is fixed. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 81 LCD display. The range of the viewing angle parameter is from -10 to +10. Setting the right viewing angle is matter of personal taste. Set this parameter to a value that is most comfortable for the user. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 82: Figure 4-21: Gpib/Rs232 Setup Menu

    Available options are 1 or 2 bits. Factory setting is 1 stop bit. This value must match the parity set on the communications port of the controller. The number of start bits is always fiXed to 1 bit. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 83: Figure 4-22: Voltage/Current Control Setup Menu

    It allows the number of output phases to be toggled between single and three phase mode. In single phase mode, all power is available on phase A. The Mode-iX option is available to route all power to a single output terminal pair. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 84: Figure 4-23: Initial Setup Menus

    DC mode or AC+DC mode [iX Series only]. OL MODE Sets the power-on overload mode. Available settings are Constant Current (CC) or Constant Voltage (CV) mode. OUTPUT RELAY Sets the power-on state of the output relay. Available settings are ON or OFF. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 85 If the phase mode option is installed, available options are single phase mode (ONE), three phase mode (THREE) or last used phase mode (LAST). If the phase mode option is not installed, this field is either fiXed to ONE or THREE. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 86: Figure 4-24:Limit Setup Menu

    Phase angle of phase C with respect to phase A in three phase mode. If the AC source is a single phase model, this field will shown 0°. If the AC source is a split phase model, this field will shown 180°. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 87 [iX Series only] For iX Series models, this field is always set to ON to indicate the advanced capabilities for waveform generation and measurement analysis are present. On i Series AC sources, this field is always set to N/A (not available).

  • Page 88: Figure 4-25: Output Impedance Menu

    Selecting this field and pressing the ENTER key sets both impedance components to their minimum values. SET IEC1000-3-3 Selecting this field and pressing the ENTER key sets the output impedance to the IEC 725 reference impedance values required for IEC 1000-3-3 flicker testing. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 89: Figure 4-26: Measurement Cal Factors Menu

    Full scale current measurement calibration factor. CURR 0 Zero offset current measurement calibration factor. CURR FS HT Temperature compensated full scale current measurement calibration factor. CURR 0 HT Temperature compensated zero offset current measurement calibration factor. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 90: Figure 4-27: Output Cal Factors Menu

    AC source output impedance. IMP. REACT MIN Minimum reactive AC source output impedance. The AC source has an output impedance greater than zero. This value determines the minimum inductive component of the AC source output impedance. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 91: Output Programming

    To change the output frequency: Counter Clock Clock wise wise DECR INCR 1. Place the cursor on the FREQ entry 2. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the value, counterclockwise to decrease the value These changes take effect immediately. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 92: Waveform Management [Ix Series Only]

    Series. The standard sinewave is always available and is the default waveform at power-on. In addition to the sinewave, two more standard waveforms are available, square and clipped. Figure 4-28: Selecting a waveform i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 93: Figure 4-29: Selecting Waveforms For Single Phase Or All Phases

    Graphical User Interface program allows waveforms to be created by specifying harmonic amplitudes and phase angles with respect to the fundamental. It also offers an arbitrary waveform data entry mode that allows individual data points to be specified. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 94: Figure 4-30: Custom Waveform Creation With Gui Program

    If the source is operated over the bus, a IEEE-488 Device Clear or reset command (*RST) command will have the same effect. The new wave group will be active after you turn the power to the unit back on. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 95: Figure 4-31: Waveform Crest Factor Affects Max. Rms Voltage

    The frequency domain VIEW mode in the WAVEFORMS menu may be used to visualize the content of each custom waveform register on the LCD. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 96: Figure 4-32: Waveform Frequency Domain View Mode

    FUNCTION field. This field allows selection of any of the standard or custom waveforms available in the selected group. Refer to the section on transients for more details on using transient list to switch output waveforms. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 97: Standard Measurements

    MEAS button on the front panel. This will cause the screen to cycle through all available measurement screens. 4.5.1 i Series Measurements For i Series units, the following two measurement screens are available: Mode MEASUREMENTS 1...
  • Page 98 Any contribution to the rms value of voltage and current above this cutoff frequency will not be reflected in the i and iX Series measurements. When using an external measurement reference, this may account for discrepancies in readings. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 99: Advanced Measurements [Ix Series Only]

    VIEW field. Pressing the ENTER key will re-display the data without triggering a new acquisition. (This is true even if you were in CONT trigger mode.) To start a new acquisition, you must go through the START field instead. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 100: Figure 4-33: Scrolling Through Tabular Fft Data

    The UP and DOWN cursor keys have no effect in this display mode. Arrow indicator Counter Clock points to Clock wise wise harmonic for which readout is DECR INCR shown on the left. Can be moved with knob. Figure 4-34: Scrolling through bar chart FFT data i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 101 ENTER key will re-display the data without triggering a new acquisition. (This is true even if you were in CONT trigger mode.) To start a new acquisition, you must go through the START field instead. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 102: Figure 4-35: Scrolling Through Acquired Waveform Data

    HARMONICS/TRACE ANALYSIS screen, change the SCALE value, move the cursor to the VIEW field and press ENTER. This will display the same data set at the new scale without triggering a new acquisition. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 103 Figure 4-37. When selecting this trigger source, the field below the TRIG SOURCE field changed to “TRIG PHASE =“. Use this field to enter the desired voltage phase angle to trigger the measurement on. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 104: Figure 4-36: Set Volt Trigger Source Acquisition

    90° in the PROGRAM 2 screen. START [ENTER] ACQUISITION WINDOW TRIGGER DELAY TRIGGER = SET VOLT 120 Figure 4-36: SET VOLT trigger source acquisition i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 105 START [ENTER] key is pressed but will wait for the trigger event. Closing the output relay will generate the trigger event. If the output relay was already closed when the START [ENTER] key is pressed, the trigger will occur immediately. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 106: Figure 4-37: Positive Trigger Delay (Post Trigger Data)

    Figure 4-37: Positive trigger delay (Post trigger data) Positive trigger delay values may be set from 0.0 ms to 1000.0 ms (1 second) in 0.1 ms increments. The value may be entered directly from the keyboard or using the knob. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 107: Figure 4-38: Negative Trigger Delay (Pre-Trigger Data)

    104.0 ms (1 second) in 0.1 ms increments. For three phase iX configurations, the maximum negative trigger delay value equals -312.0 ms. The value may be entered directly from the keyboard or using the knob. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 108: Transient Programming

    AC source to change the output amplitude. Step transients can only be programmed through the bus, not the front panel. Refer to the SCPI Programming Manual for more information about programming Step transients and triggers. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 109: Figure 4-39: Pulse Transients

    16.6 ms or 60 Hz and the duty cycle is 33%. Figure 4-39: Pulse Transients Note that Pulse transients can only be programmed over the bus, not the front panel. Refer to the SCPI Programming Manual for more information about programming Pulse transients and triggers. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 110: Figure 4-40: List Transients

    7. If you have a three phase configuration and are in the three phase mode, use the PHASE key to select all three phases. (øABC will be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.) i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 111 SINE. The knob will allow you to scroll through all available waveshapes in the active WAVE GROUP. If you have an i Series AC Source, this field will not be visible. 15. Move the cursor to the REPEAT field and enter 0. This means this event will be executed once and not repeated.
  • Page 112 To use programmable slew rates, the AC source must be programmed over the bus. Refer to the SCPI Programming Manual for more information about programming slew rates. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 113: Figure 4-41: Switching Waveforms In A Transient List

    Figure 4-41 illustrates the concept of using different waveforms at different steps in a transient list. In this case, the change was programmed to occur at the zero crossing. Any phase angle can be used to start a transient step however. Figure 4-41: Switching waveforms in a transient list i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 114: Figure 4-42: Start/View Transient Sequence Menu

    ENTER key. 4. A message will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating that the front panel settings and the transient list data have been saved in the setup register you selected. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 115: Principle Of Operation

    5-1 for a block diagram of the system. Figure 5-2 shows the system interconnect. OUTPUT CHOKE POWER BOARD BULK CAPS. LOGIC BOARD POWER BOARD BRIDGE BOARD RECT LIMIT BOARD 3 PHASE INPUT ASSY. Figure 5-1: AC Power System Block Diagram i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 116: Overall Description

    This board has several jumpers that are used to enable various option. Refer to the following table for the options. See Figure 5-2. JUMPER ( += in, - = out) Standard, CLK & LK Master CLK & LK Slave i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 117 Phase B and C outputs. This board is only installed for a 15003iX power system, with one controller for the Master Phase A power source. 5.3.4 GPIB/RS232 Board This board assembly is identified as A10. It has the IEEE 488 and RS232 transceivers. It also has optocouplers for both interfaces. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 118: Figure 5-2: Power Source Module Block Diagram

    User Manual Figure 5-2: Power Source Module Block Diagram i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 119: Current Limit Board

    If an overload condition causes the output to drop more than 10% or the output has failed, the corresponding LED will extinguish. This feature is helpful in troubleshooting the unit. See Service section 7. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 120: Dc-Dc Power Converter

    The output of the error amplifier drives a 37.5 kHz pulse width modulator. The modulator output is sent to four gate drivers which drive the IGBT‟s on the AC power board after going through opto couplers that provide the necessary isolation. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 121: Figure 5-3: 5001I Internal Layout

    User Manual Figure 5-3: 5001i Internal Layout i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 122: Figure 5-4: Logic Board Led's

    User Manual Figure 5-4: Logic Board LED's i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 123: Ac Power Board

    The output relay and the output current metering circuit are also mounted on this board. The output AC inductors, the DC-DC transformer and the DC output choke are mounted on brackets behind the input/output board. These brackets also provide support for the input/output board. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 124: Figure 5-5: Ac Power Stage Layout

    User Manual Figure 5-5: AC Power Stage Layout i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 125: Figure 5-6: Ac Control Logic Block Diagram

    User Manual Figure 5-6: AC Control Logic Block Diagram i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 126 VOLTAGES UP TO 480 VAC AND 700 VDC ARE PRESENT IN CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THIS POWER SOURCE. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES. DEATH ON CONTACT MAY RESULT IF PERSONNEL FAIL TO OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS WHEN POWER IS APPLIED. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 127: Calibration

    All standard models and configurations of the iX/i Series may be calibrated using a PC running Windows 98/2000/XP, and the latest version of the CIGUI32 AC source control software. Refer to the CIGUI32 online help file of the CIGUI32 software for additional procedures and guidance.

  • Page 128: Routine Output Calibration

    In other words, the 150 volt range can be calibrated on the 135 volt range. The same is true for the 270 and 300 volt range. Figure 6-1: Test Equipment Hookup for Routine Output Calibration i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 129 +240.0 ±0.05 volts DC. 300 VDC Range - Full-scale: Program - 240.0 volts. Go the OUTPUT CALIBRATION screen and adjust the VOLT FS parameter for an output voltage of -240.0 ±0.05 volts DC. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 130: Table 6-1: Output Calibration Table

    6.4 for each phase. Move the external multimeter to the phase being calibrated. Make sure that the phase being calibrated is programmed to the correct voltage. While viewing the calibration screen, press the PHASE key to select the respective key. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 131: Routine Measurement Calibration

    AC Current Full-Scale 6.8 , 3KW 4.1 , 5KW 2.1 , 10KW 1.35 , 15KW DC Current Full-Scale 13.5 , 1.5KW 8 , 2.5KW 4 , 5KW 2.7 , 7.5KW Table 6-2: Calibration Load For Each Phase i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 132: Figure 6-2: Test Equipment Hook-Up For Measurement Calibration

    User Manual Figure 6-2: Test Equipment Hook-up for Measurement Calibration i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 133: Table 6-3: Measurement Calibration Table

    For a multi-phase power system that uses one controller, 15003iX, repeat paragraph 6.5 for each phase. Move the external test equipment to the phase that is being calibrated. Refer to Figure 6-2. While viewing the calibration screen, press the PHASE key to select the respective phase. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 134: Non-Routine Calibration

    10001, 30003 63.0 2.25, 10KW 15001 93.0 1.5, 15KW 3001, 9003 18.6 8, 3KW Table 6-5: Current Limit Calibration Repeat this adjustment for the Phase B and Phase C power sources of a 15003 power system. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 135: Table 6-6: Gpib Addresses For Impedance Calibration

    4. Using a resistive load bank, load the output of the power source to about 16 amps. Measure the output voltage of the power source under load and record this value (V ). Also measure the load current and record this value. (I). i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 136: Table 6-7: Programmable Z Adjustment Pots

    R = ( V * cos( ) - V ) / I = ( V * sin( )) / I L = X / (2 * Pi * F) Table 6-8: Formulas to calculate R and L i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 137 2. On the current limit board, monitor TP5 with respect to TP1. Adjust R23 on the input/output board for 0.0 mVDC 0.5 mVDC. CAUTION: Use extreme care in adjusting R23. Do not touch any connections on the Input/Output Board Assy. Dangerous voltages exist on most exposed connections. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 138: Figure 6-3: Adjustment Location

    User Manual Figure 6-3: Adjustment Location i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 139: Service

    Select correct voltage range. range. Input line has fallen below spec. limit. Check supply voltage. 7.3.3 Overload Light is On CAUSE SOLUTION Unit is overloaded Remove overload Unit is switched to high voltage range. Select correct voltage range. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 140 Current limit programmed down or to zero. Program current limit higher. Voltage programmed down or to zero. Turn amplitude control up. Unit tripped on overvoltage or overcurrent. Turn circuit breaker off - wait five seconds - turn circuit breaker back on. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 141: Advanced Troubleshooting

    Remove the screws securing the top cover and remove the top cover. 7.4.3 Initial Inspection Make a visual inspection of the unit and ensure all the connectors are properly mated and there are no loose or broken wires. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 142 Proceed to paragraph 7.4.6. for disassembly instructions. Remove the AC power board and locate the P.C. mount fuses F2 through F10 (see Table 7-2 for fuse functions). Replace any blown fuses. Always replace fuses with same type and rating. (See Table 8-2.) i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 143: Table 7-2: Auxiliary Power Supply Fuse Ratings

    If the relay does not operate replace the input/output board. If it does, check the continuity of the output wiring. If the problem with the unit has not been isolated, contact the factory for assistance. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 144 To reassemble, reverse the above procedure, taking care to ensure J12 on the DC-DC board and J8 on the AC board are properly mated. This may entail supporting the connector from behind with a screwdriver. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 145: Top Assembly Replaceable Parts

    MISC 270186 INPUT CIRCUIT BREAKER 35A (240V), AIRPAX 205-1111- 5001i/iX 28051-2 270196 INPUT CIRCUIT BREAKER 35A (250V), AIRPAX IELK21- 3001i/iX 28851-1-V 270207 INPUT CIRCUIT BREAKER 15A (480V), AIRPAX IELHK-1111- 5001i/iX 30431-1-V Table 8-1: Replaceable Parts i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 146: Table 8-2: Fuses

    400 VOLT I/O ASSY, 7000-726 270185 15 amp, 700 vac, very quick acting 270183 3 amp, 250 vac, quick acting 270183 3 amp, 250 vac, quick acting 270183 3 amp, 250 vac, quick acting Table 8-2: Fuses i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 147: Options

    A setting outside these nominal values will disable the test and will prevent accessing to its Menu screens. To access the test for the 230V L-N, the power source must be capable of programming 360V. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 148 2. Abnormal Voltage maximum 3. Voltage Drop 4. Voltage Surge 5. Frequency Transients test (group 1 only) DC Source: 1. Abnormal Voltage minimum 2. Abnormal Voltage maximum 3. Abnormal Voltage low 4. Voltage Drop 5. Voltage Surge i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 149: Figure 9-1: Application Menu

    Scroll to the RTCA/DO-160D entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the ENTER key to select the RTCA/DO 160D main menu. The screen will appear as shown in Figure 9-2. Note: The user has to turn on the Output relay before starting a test. Figure 9-2: DO160 Main Menu i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 150: Figure 9-3: Normal State

    The test will be repeated for the Group 2 and 3 using the Voltage setting from Table 9-2 and the frequency from Table 9-1. The key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 151: Table 9-3: Normal Voltage Unbalance

    This test requires a numeric value entry equal to the modulation rate in Hz. This entry value must be between 1 Hz and 200 Hz. The amplitude modulation is calculated based on the modulation rate as defined in Figure 9-4. This test will last for 2 minutes. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 152 User Manual Figure 9-4: Voltage Modulation i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 153 0.01 Hz and 100 Hz. The frequency modulation is calculated based on the modulation rate as defined in Figure 9-5. This test will last for a minimum of 2 minutes. Figure 9-5: Frequency Modulation i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 154: Figure 9-6: Power Interrupt

    Equipment performance standards may require to repeat test n°1 with T1 varying from 5 to 200 ms by step defined in the test equipment performance standards (step typically comprised between 5 ms and 20 ms depending on equipment design. Figure 9-6: Power Interrupt i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 155: Figure 9-7: Power Interrupt For Group 2 And 3

    Group 2 and Group 3 will run at 360 Hz and 650 Hz for Group 2 and 800 Hz for Group 3. The frequency will return to the nominal setting when the test is completed. The key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 156: Figure 9-8: Emergency Screen

    VOLT FREQ MIN VOLT FREQ MAX VOLT UNBALANCE The above tests can be selected by scrolling to the highlighted selection using the up and down key and the ENTER key to start the selected test. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 157: Table 9-7: Emergency Voltage And Frequency Minimum

    Table 9-9 for the offset value and the Frequency. The test will last 30 minutes. The test will be repeated for a second Frequency if applicable. The key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 158: Figure 9-9: Abnormal Screen

    Group1 only as indicated in Table 9-10 for voltage and Table 9-11 for frequency. All Groups will repeat the test using Table 9-10 for the voltage setting and Table 9-10 or Table 9-11for the frequency setting. The key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 159: Table 9-12: Abnormal Frequency Transient

    This test will set the voltage at 115V and will remain at this voltage through out the test. The test will cycle the frequency three times as shown in Table 9-12. Each repeat will start from sequence 2. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 160: Figure 9-10: Do-160 Dc Main Menu

    Table 9-13: Normal Voltage Minimum This test will change the output voltage from 28V or 14V to 22V or 11V. The test will last for 30 minutes. The (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 161: Table 9-14: Normal Voltage Maximum

    This test will surge and sag the voltage to a level and duration specified Table 9-15 with 5 seconds between transients. The test is repeated three times. Category Surge Sags Volt Dwell(msec) Volt Dwell(msec) RTCA Table 9-15: Voltage Surge POWER INTERRUPT Refer to section POWER INTERRUPT. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 162: Figure 9-12: Abnormal State

    VOLT DROP This test will change the output to 12V from 28V or to 6V from 14V for seven seconds. The output voltage will return to nominal voltage after seven seconds. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 163: Table 9-16: Abnormal Voltage Surge

    The Emergency test is selected from the DO-160 DC Main Menu. This test will set the output voltage to 18V for 28V equipment and to 9V for 14V equipment. The test will last for 30 minutes. key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 164 Note: This DO160 Rev E implementation uses arbitrary waveform capabilities, harmonic measurements and AC+DC mode, none of which are supported on i Series models. Contact California Instruments for information on upgrading i Series models to iX Series.

  • Page 165: Table 9-17: -160 Option Test Coverage, 115Vac And 28Vdc

    Voltage Operation Abnormal Voltage 16.5.1.8 Voltage Distortion 16.6.2.4 Surge Abnormal Voltage 16.5.2.1 and Frequency Momentary Under 16.5.2.2 Voltage Operation Abnormal Surge 16.5.2.3.1 Voltage Abnormal 16.5.2.3.2 Frequency Transient Table 9-17: -160 Option Test Coverage, 115VAC and 28VDC i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 166: Table 9-18: -160 Option Test Coverage, 230Vac And 14Vdc

    Note that the iX Series does not support 800 Hz testing at more than 150Vrms. Consequently, all 230V nominal tests for A(NF) and A(WF) categories are not supported. Some A(CF) tests requiring more than 300V output are also unavailable due to hardware limitations of the iX Series power source. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 167 ADC:16.6.2.1 10.25 V nom 10.3 V nom Resolution 14VDC BDC:16.6.2.1 10.25 V nom 10.3 V nom Resolution 14VDC ZDC:16.6.2.1 10.25 V nom 10.3 V nom Resolution 14VDC ADC:16.6.2.4 23.15V in transient 23.2V in transient Resolution i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 168 17. Click on the Print button or use File, Print to print a test report for this test. 18. Return to step 8 as needed. The following chapters provide details on the various screens, menus, displays and controls available to the operator to manage the test process. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 169 The required steady state output settings for each power group must be selected based on the type of EUT to be tested. These settings can be made from the front panel of the iX Series power source or from the main CIGui32 control screen. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 170: Figure 9-13: 160 Option Test Selection Screen

    This tab may be used to display EUT performance data as measured by the power source‟s advanced data acquisition system. If the source used does not Measurements support advanced measurement function such as waveform capture and FFT, some of the information in this tab may not be displayed. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 171 Deletes the selected row from either the Test selection data grid or the Test sequence data grid. The row contents are permanently discarded. Run selected test Stop Abort test in progress Help Opens the on-line help file. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 172 Test section. Some tests may only have one section in which case this field is blank. Subject Description of the type of test. Test Limits A summary of the test limits that will be applied by this test. Comment Comments concerning this test or its parameters. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 173 The area at the bottom of this tab may be used to enter general information regarding the unit under test, the test location and operator and environmental conditions in effect during the test. This information will be incorporated in the test reports generated by the GUI. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 174: Figure 9-14: 160 Option Test Control Screen

    Revert to When selected, the output of the power source will be set back Steady State to the steady state settings in effect before the start of the test i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 175 Arbitrary waveform can be used in AC mode if this capability is supported by the power source. Dwell Dwell time in seconds. Loop Repeat count for each step. Default is 1. Link Number of subsequent rows that are linked to this step. This i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 176: Figure 9-15: Do160E Dc Ripple Test Window

    18-2 (Cat A,Z) or 18-3 (Cat B). The frequency slew rate is 30 minutes for each decade covered or one hour and 15 minutes total. Tests can be aborted sooner if needed. Figure 9-15: DO160E DC Ripple Test Window. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 177: Figure 9-16: 160 Option Eut Measurement Data Screen

    % of total VA to the right of the power readings. Inrush Current (A) Displays peak current detected per phase in Amps since last measurement was taken. Power Factor Displays power factor for each phase. If one or more phases i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 178 Tables 16-4 and 16-5 of the 160 Standard. Pass or Fail indication. A phase selection is available to the left of the graphs and table, which allows each phase to be displayed, one at a time. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 179 Cur Spectrum tab. This button is available only if either the Waveforms or Cur Graph sub tab is selected i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 180 The tables shown on the next few pages list the test sections covered by the –160 option. Where relevant, the numbering used matches that of the RTCA/DO-160 document. Test tables are listed by power group. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 181 Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Voltage surge 148V to 180V, 400Hz intervals EACF115_AVSUR 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Frequency Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec transients 0V to 115V, 320Hz to 480Hz intervals EACF115_AFSUR i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 182 Apply for 5 mins each test EANF115_VABN3P360 16.5.2.1c 3 Phs Voltage (ac) 97V to 134V, 650Hz Apply for 5 mins each test EANF115_VABN3P650 16.5.2.2 Momentary Undervoltage (ac) 10V and 60V, 360Hz Apply for 7 seconds each test EANF115_VUND360 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 183 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Voltage surge 148V to 180V, 360Hz Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec intervals EANF115_AVSUR360 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Voltage surge 148V to 180V, 650Hz Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec intervals EANF115_AVSUR650 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 184 Abnormal Operating Conditions (ac) 16.5.2.1b 1 Phs Voltage (ac) 97V to 134V, 360Hz Apply for 5 mins each test EAWF115_VABN1P360 16.5.2.1b 1 Phs Voltage (ac) 97V to 134V, 800Hz Apply for 5 mins each test EAWF115_VABN1P800 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 185 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Voltage surge 148V to 180V, 360Hz Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec intervals EAWF115_AVSUR360 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Voltage surge 148V to 180V, 800Hz Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec intervals EAWF115_AVSUR800 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 186 Apply for 7 seconds each test EADC28_VUND 16.6.2.4 Abnormal Transients (ac) Figure 16-4 - apply at 10 sec 16.6.2.4c - Abnormal Voltage Surge 46.3V intervals EADC28_AVSUR For more comprehensive DC Ripple tests, refer to section 9.1.2.10. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 187 Apply for 7 seconds each test EBDC28_VUND 16.6.2.4 Abnormal Transients (ac) Figure 16-4 - apply at 10 sec 16.6.2.4d - Abnormal Voltage Surge 60VDC intervals EBDC28_AVSUR For more comprehensive DC Ripple tests, refer to section 9.1.2.10. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 188 Apply for 7 seconds each test EZDC28_VUND 16.6.2.4 Abnormal Transients (ac) 16.6.2.4b - Abnormal Voltage Surge 80VDC Figure 16-4 - apply at 10 sec intervals EZDC28_AVSUR For more comprehensive DC Ripple tests, refer to section 9.1.2.10. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 189 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Voltage surge 296V to 360V, 400Hz Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec intervals EACF230_AVSUR 16.5.2.3.1 - Abnormal Frequency transients 0V to 230V, 320Hz to 480Hz Figure 16.5 - apply at 10 sec intervals EACF230_AFSUR i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 190 Apply for 7 seconds each test EADC14_VUND 16.6.2.4 Abnormal Transients (ac) Figure 16-4 - apply at 10 sec 16.6.2.4c - Abnormal Voltage Surge 23.2V intervals EADC14_AVSUR For more comprehensive DC Ripple tests, refer to section 9.1.2.10. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 191 Apply for 7 seconds each test EBDC14_VUND 16.6.2.4 Abnormal Transients (ac) Figure 16-4 - apply at 10 sec 16.6.2.4d - Abnormal Voltage Surge 30VDC intervals EBDC14_AVSUR For more comprehensive DC Ripple tests, refer to section 9.1.2.10. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 192 Apply for 7 seconds each test EZDC14_VUND 16.6.2.4 Abnormal Transients (ac) 16.6.2.4b - Abnormal Voltage Surge 40VDC Figure 16-4 - apply at 10 sec intervals EZDC14_AVSUR For more comprehensive DC Ripple tests, refer to section 9.1.2.10. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 193 RTCA/DO-160 directive. The user is free to modify, edit, revise or otherwise update any of these tests to match his/her own requirements. In this case, we recommend you copy the supplied DO160_RevE subdirectory and use this copy to make modifications to. This will preserve the original data provided. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 194: Iec 61000-4-11 Option

    DIPS AND INTERRUPTIONS 1. Run All Run predefined sequence of tests. 2. Run Single Run user defined test. VOLTAGE VARIATIONS 1. Run All Run predefined sequence of tests. 2. Run Single Run user defined test. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 195: Figure 9-17: Application Menu

    Scroll to the IEC 1000-4-11 entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the ENTER key to select the IEC 1000-4-11 main menu. The screen will appear as shown in Figure 9-18. Figure 9-18: IEC1000-4-11 Menu i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 196: Figure 9-19: Iec Dips And Interrupts

    Thus, the 70% programmed level will activate the 70/80 tap. The actual level will be determined by the setting of the EOS in this case. The EOS option is in Bypass mode. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 197: Table 9-19: Dips And Interruptions Tests Performed During Run All

    The dip voltage level as a percentage of the nominal voltage. NO CYCLES: The dip duration in cycles. START ANGLE: The start phase angle of the dip Note: After each individual run, a 10 second delay is inserted. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 198: Figure 9-20: Voltage Variation Screen

    The user can change the NOMINAL Ut voltage for this test. The RUN ALL Command line will change to ABORT during the test. Selecting ABORT and pressing the ENTER key will terminate the test at any time and the output voltage will return to the nominal value. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 199: Figure 9-21: En 61000-4-11 Voltage Variation Specification- Edition 1.0

    Refer to Figure 9-21 and Figure 9-22 for an illustration of how these parameters affect the V RMS output under the different standard revisions. Figure 9-21: EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Variation specification- Edition 1.0 Figure 9-22: EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Variation specification- Edition 2.0 i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 200: Figure 9-23: Iec 61000-4-11 Gui Screen

    File, Open menu entry. For complete details on how to use the Cgui32 –411 option test screen, refer to the on-line help of the Cigui32 program available from the Help menu. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 201: Iec 61000-4-13 Option

    Note 2: The –413 option is only available on iX Series AC power sources, not i Series. It is possible to upgrade most i Series AC source to an iX Series and add the –413 option. Contact the California Instruments service department for information.

  • Page 202: Figure 9-24: Application Menu

    The test will pause at the time the ENTER key is pressed while the PAUSE field is selected. The field will change to RESUME. When the ENTER key is pressed again, the test will resume from the point it stopped. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 203 The dwell time for the Meister curve group is the dwell time for each inter harmonics. This combined with the frequency step size results in a 5-minute test time per frequency decade. The dwell time for the sweep group is the dwell time for each frequency decade. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 204: Figure 9-26: Iec 61000-4-13 Fcurve

    USER class is selected. 4. PAUSE Sets the time in seconds. The test will pause prior to proceeding to the following test. This field may be changed at any time as long as the test is not running. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 205: Figure 9-28: Iec 61000-4-13 Sweep

    No editing is allowed in this field. When the test is completed, a display of harmonics current versus frequency plot is available. To view the graph, select the field and press the ENTER key. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 206: Figure 9-29: Iec 61000-4-13 Harmonics

    PAUSE Sets the pause time in seconds between harmonics tests. There is only one value for the entire test. The PAUSE value can be changed when the test is not running. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 207: Figure 9-30: Iec 61000-4-13 Inter Harmonics

    Sets the time in seconds for which the test will pause between inter harmonic frequencies. There is only one value for the entire test. The PAUSE can be set when the test is not running. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 208: Figure 9-31: Iec 61000-4-13 Meister Curve

    EUT. The test protocol is document in the IEC 61000-4-13 test standard. For reference, the test flow charts are shown here. It is assumed that the end user has a copy of the actual test standard however. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 209: Figure 9-32: Iec 61000-4-13 Test Flowchart Class 1 And 2

    Any functional Any functional anomalies? anomalies? Perform 8.2.3 Test "Individual Harmonics/ Interharmonics" Test Completed Test Completed FAIL PASS Any functional Record Results Record Results anomalies? Figure 9-32: IEC 61000-4-13 Test Flowchart Class 1 and 2 i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 210: Figure 9-33: Iec 61000-4-13 Test Flowchart Class 3

    Any functional anomalies? Perform 8.2.3 Test Only table 1. Odd non-multiple of 3 harmonics Test Completed Test Completed FAIL PASS Any functional Record Results Record Results anomalies? Figure 9-33: IEC 61000-4-13 Test Flowchart Class 3 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 211 HARM NO field. See Figure 9-29. 8. To run individual harmonics or individual inter harmonics, set the harmonic number or the inter harmonics frequency and select RUN POINT prior to running the test. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 212: Figure 9-34: Menu 2 Screen

    A voltage if the REF. COUPL is turned on. 4. VOLTAGE This field programs the Inter harmonic level in percentage of the REF.VOLT. This value has a range from 0 to 20% i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 213: Eos Option

    If the EOS unit is not powered on and active, the controlling source will still perform non-compliant IEC1000-4-11 tests. No user controls are provided. Refer to Section 9.2 for instructions regarding performing IEC1000-4-11 tests with this equipment. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 214 80% U 26.4 A 26.4 A /phase (EOS Gen 2 only) at 70% U 23.1 A 23.1 A /phase at 40% U 46.2 A 46.2 A /phase Maximum Peak Current 92.5 A 92.5 A/ phase i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 215 9.4.4.5 Environmental Temperature 0 to 40 °C Relative Humidity 80% max. to 31 °C derate linearly to 50% max. at 40°C Altitude 2000 m max. Installation Over voltage Category Pollution Degree Equipment Class Usage Indoors i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 216 Voltages up to 600 VAC are available in certain sections of this product. This equipment uses potentially lethal voltages. DEATH On contact may result if personnel fail to observe safety precautions. Do not touch electronic circuits when power is applied. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 217 A 2.5-inch clearance should be maintained between the rear panel of the EOS unit and the rear panel of the mounting cabinet. Also, the air intake holes on the sides of the power chassis must not be obstructed. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 218 Note: The SOURCE and LOAD terminals of the EOS will be at the hazardous live potentials of the iX/i-series power sources driving it even if EOS box has not been switched on. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 219: Figure 9-36: Example Connection With 5001Ix And Eos-1

    User Manual Figure 9-36: Example Connection With 5001iX and EOS-1 i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 220: Figure 9-37: Example Connection With Compliance Test System And Eos-1

    User Manual Figure 9-37: Example Connection With Compliance Test System and EOS-1 i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 221: Figure 9-38: 15003Ix-Cts-Eos3-Lr3

    User Manual Figure 9-38: 15003iX-CTS-EOS3-LR3 i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 222: Figure 9-39: 15003Ix/3-Eos3

    User Manual Figure 9-39: 15003iX/3-EOS3 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 223 If the EOS is already in active mode, the controlling power source will not allow its RMS current limit to be programmed above 18.5 amps. The EOS-3 is similar to EOS-1 with provision for three-phase operation. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 224 The GUI has no way to determining the switch setting on its own. If set correctly, the Cigui32 program will use the EOS when the correct dip level is programmed in the voltage dips data grid. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 225 Although it is possible to wire each phase for a different tap level, this is not recommended. It may be advisable to mark the unit to reflect the configured tap after making a configuration change. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 226: Figure 9-40: Eos3 Location Of 70/80 Taps For Each Phase

    User Manual Lug 3 = 70% Lug 5 = 80% Figure 9-40: EOS3 Location of 70/80 Taps for each phase. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 227 Mains Voltage Fuse Rating Fuse Type CI Stock Number 115 VAC, nominal 0.5 amp 3AG, slow acting 270064 230 VAC, nominal 0.25 amp 5x20mm, slow acting i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 228: Mode Ix Option

    37A rms, SOURCE A, B, C, N 37A rms, LOAD B, C 112A rms, LOAD A, N 9.5.2.3 Controls/Indicators ON/OFF toggle switch Phase mode push button switch Power lamp One Phase Mode lamp Three Phase Mode lamp i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 229 General Devices C300S-118-U/B308 BKT 9.5.2.5 Environmental Temperature 0 to 40 °C Relative Humidity 80% max. to 31 °C derate linearly to 50% max. at 40°C Altitude 2000 m max. Installation Overvoltage Category Pollution Degree Equipment Class Usage indoor i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 230 Voltages up to 600 VAC are available in certain sections of this product. This equipment uses potentially lethal voltages. DEATH On contact may result if personnel fail to observe safety precautions. Do not touch electronic circuits when power is applied. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 231 300 volts line to neutral (600 volts line to line). Wiring used between the power sources and Mode-iX and between the Mode- iX and the user’s load must be insulated to withstand this potential. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 232 User Manual Note: The SOURCE and LOAD terminals of Mode-iX will be at the hazardous live potentials of the iX-series power sources driving it even if Mode-iX box has not been switched on. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 233: Figure 9-41: Example Connection With Mode Ix

    User Manual Figure 9-41: Example Connection With MODE iX i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 234 Mode-iX. When configured for programmed control, the Mode-iX may not be controlled by the front panel MODE switch. Refer to Section 4.2.11.2 for details on controlling the number of output phases with the Mode-iX option. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 235 Mains Voltage Fuse Rating Fuse Type CI Stock Number 115 v rms, nominal 0.25 amp 3AG, slow acting 270117 230 v rms, nominal 0.125 amp 3AG, slow acting 270109 i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 236: Omni Options

    NOTE: To prevent damage to the OMNI unit , the BYPASS mode must be selected when the power source is operated on low output voltage range or if currents in excess of OMNI ratings will be drawn. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 237 9.6.4.2 Power Requirements The OMNI 1-18i and 3-18i use either 115 or 230 VAC to power the control circuits. The user may select the desired input voltage using the small range selector card within the IEC input i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 238 The OMNI impedance network is wired in series with the output of specified California Instruments power sources or power source systems. The OMNI terminal block marked SOURCE should be wired to the output of the power source/system. The terminal block marked i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 239 OMNI output, the power source error amplifier would lower the effective OMNI impedance making the system unsuitable for IEC 555-3 or IEC 1000-3-3 flicker testing. Refer to the figures in this section for examples of proper external sense connections. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 240: Figure 9-42: Example Connections With Omni 1-18I

    User Manual Figure 9-42: Example Connections With OMNI 1-18i i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 241: Figure 9-43: Example Connections With Omni 3-18I

    User Manual Figure 9-43: Example Connections With OMNI 3-18i i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 242: Figure 9-44: Schematic Showing Omni 1-37I And1-37Ij Connected To 5001Ix System

    User Manual Figure 9-44: Schematic Showing OMNI 1-37i and1-37iJ Connected to 5001iX System i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 243: Figure 9-45: Schematic Showing Omni 3-37I Connected To 30003Ix System

    User Manual Figure 9-45: Schematic Showing OMNI 3-37i Connected to 30003iX System i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 244: Figure 9-46: Applications Screen

    OMNI maximum current rating. 9.6.6.3 Omni Control Through i/iX Front Panel Select the APPLICATIONS screen from the MENU2 screen. The following screen will appear as shown in Figure 9-46 Figure 9-46: Applications Screen i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 245: Figure 9-47: Omni Control Screen

    OMNI and the power source to carry the control signal to the OMNI. When configured for programmed control, the OMNI may not be controlled by the front panel FLICKER/BYPASS switch. Refer to the power source manual for details on programming instructions. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 246 MODE S1 POSITION 1 S1 POSITION 2 Manual Programmable Note: Position 1 is toward the OMNI front panel, position 2 is toward the OMNI rear panel. Replace the top cover. Reconnect power to the OMNI i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 247: Lns Option And Xls Option

    The -LNS and -XLS options meet the following specifications. The specifications shown here are for these line sync options only. All other power source specifications for i Series and iX Series power systems are covered in their respective data sheets.
  • Page 248 The -XLS option provides full safety isolation from input to interface connector. The AC line to synchronize the source output to can be the same as the one feeding the source itself, or a different one altogether for greater flexibility. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 249: Figure 9-49: Xls Module Dimensions

    User Manual 9.7.4 Mechanical Dimensions Figure 9-49: XLS Module Dimensions i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 250: Figure 9-50: Xls Connection On Low Range

    Series master power source and the AC Line synchronizing voltage. 5001iX POWER SOURCE 80-250V SYNC INPUT FROM iX SOURCE INPUT,OR, OTHER AC LINE VOLTAGE 7000-262-2 system interface cable AC INPUT 80-250V 250-500V SYSTEM INTERFACE Figure 9-50: XLS Connection on Low Range i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 251: Figure 9-51: Xls Connection On High Range

    User Manual 5001iX POWER SOURCE 7000-262-2 250-500V SYNC INPUT FROM system iX SOURCE INPUT, OR, interface OTHER AC LINE VOLTAGE cable AC INPUT 80-250V 250-500V SYSTEM INTERFACE Figure 9-51: XLS Connection on High Range i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 252 PROGRAM 2 screen and select PHASE. Typically 25-30 of phase angle will put the line input and the source output in-phase, but the exact angle to program can only be determined by monitoring the iX source and the line input voltage and comparing the waveforms. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 253: Option -704: Milstd704 Tests

    D and E in the software as the CIGui32 program is designed to support all revisions. For now, revisions D and E have no associated data files in the CIGui32. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 254 9.8.1.4 Tests Performed 9.8.1.4.1 STEADY STATE AC Mode: 1. Steady State Voltage and Frequency test 2. Waveform Distortion test 3. Voltage Modulation test 4. Voltage Unbalance test 5. Phase Unbalance test 6. Frequency Modulation test i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 255: Figure 9-52: Application Menu

    Refer to Section 9.8.1.2 Note: The user has to turn on the Output relay before starting a test and set the steady state setup for the test. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 256: Figure 9-53: Mil704 Menu

    ENTER key to start the selected test. VOLTAGE This test will change the output voltage in the following sequence: 108V for 1 minute. 118V for 1 minute. 115V for 1 minute. key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. FREQUENCY i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 257 This test will generate a 5% THD voltage distortion on the output voltage waveform. The distortion is caused by using a clipped sinewave. The test will last for 1 minute. The (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 258: Figure 9-55: Transient Menu

    Stay at 108V for 95msec before returning to 115V. key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. HIGH FREQUENCY This test will change the output frequency in the following sequence: 425Hz for 1 sec. 420Hz for 4 sec. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 259: Figure 9-56: Emergency Menu

    (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. FREQUENCY This test will change the output frequency in the following sequence: 393Hz for 1 minute. 407Hz for 1 minute. 400Hz for 1 minute. key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 260: Figure 9-57: Abnormal Screen

    (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. OVER FREQUENCY This test will change the output frequency in the following sequence: 480Hz for 5 seconds. 420Hz for 9 seconds. key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 261: Figure 9-58: Mil704 Dc Menu

    This test will change the output voltage for the selected phase in the following sequence: 1. 28V system: 22V for 1 minute. 29V for 1 minute. 28V for 1 minute. 2. 270V system: 250V for 1 minute. 280V for 1 minute. 270V for 1 minute. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 262: Figure 9-60: Transient Menu

    (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. Note: A range change will result in momentary loss of power to the EUT. If this is not acceptable, the power source must be left in high range at all times. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 263: Figure 9-61: Abnormal Test Screen

    2. 270V system: 350V for 50msec. The voltage gradually decays with time to 290 volts by the following equation: V = 289.6 + 3.02/t. for 0.05 7.55 Stay at 290V for 92.45 seconds before returning to 270V. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 264: Figure 9-62: Emergency Test

    18V for 1 minute. 29V for 1 minute. 28V for 1 minute. 2. 270V system: 250V for 1 minute. 280V for 1 minute. 270V for 1 minute. key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 265 The information provided in this user manual is aimed at guiding the operator in the use of the 704 option through the use of the CIGui32 program. Much of the same information can be found in the on-line help system of the CIGUI32. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 266 State Limits for Voltage and Freq. Starting Voltage Note: Some restrictions apply due to voltage range limitations. See section 9.8.2.3 for details. Note: Some restrictions apply due to voltage range limitations. See section 9.8.2.3 for details. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 267: Table 9-22: -704 Option Test Coverage

    User Manual Description Table Table Table Table Table Description Table Table Transients Power Failure One and Two Phase Power Failure Phase Reversal Table 9-22: -704 Option Test Coverage i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 268 See section 9.8.1.8. The same does not apply to the equivalent rev B or rev C tests, which require 475VDC. The 475 VDC level is not supported on the i/iX Series. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 269 35. Click on the Print button or use File, Print to print a test report for this test. 36. Return to step 8 as needed. The following chapters provide details on the various screens, menus, displays and controls available to the operator to manage the test process. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 270 The required steady state output settings for each power group must be selected based on the type of EUT to be tested. These settings can be made from the front panel of the IX Series power source or from the main CIGui32 control screen. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 271: Figure 9-63: 704 Option Test Selection Screen

    This tab provides information on the test sequence that is presently selected and also contains the execution controls. It shows the progress of any test that is executing. EUT Performance This tab may be used to display EUT performance data as measured by the i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 272 Deletes the selected row from either the Test selection data grid or the Test sequence data grid. The row contents are permanently discarded. Run selected test Stop Abort test in progress Help Opens the on-line help file. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 273 File The test sequence file that is used to implement this test section Reference on the power source. User Data The area at the bottom of this tab may be used to enter general information i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 274 Control / Display Description regarding the unit under test, the test location and operator and environmental conditions in effect during the test. This information will be incorporated in the test reports generated by the GUI. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 275: Figure 9-64: 704 Option Test Control Screen

    In this mode, the same step will be executed repeatedly until the operator clicks on the Abort button. In this mode, the Complete test progress status bar may run past its maximum and will no longer update as the total test time i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 276 Voltage slew rate in V/sec Func C Waveform function. Default is SINE for AC mode and DC for DC mode. Arbitrary waveform can be used in AC mode if this capability is supported by the power source. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 277 PhsB Phase angle of phase B, only visible if phase angle is changed. PhsC Phase angle of phase C, only visible if phase angle is changed. Comment A comment about the specific test step. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 278: Figure 9-65: 704 Option Eut Measurement Data Screen

    For three-phase EUT‟s, any imbalance in power between the three phases is calculated by the GUI program and compared against Figure 11 of the MIL-STD-704A or Figure 1 of the i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 279 Note: Rev B data is compared against the Rev C spec per Appendix A of the MIL-STD-704 standard. The rev C graph was not available at the time of this writing and was assumed to be the same as the rev D graph. Contact support@calinst.com if you have information to the contrary. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 280 Cur Spectrum tab. This button is available only if either the Waveforms or Cur Graph sub tab is selected i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 281 Test tables are listed by rev and then by power group. The list starts with the most current rev to date, rev F. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 282 SAC401 Frequency Perform Test SAC102 SAC501 No Tests N/A to AC Utilization Equipment SAC601 Power Failure (Single Phase) 0V for 7 seconds Table SAC601-2 A-D FSAC601 SAC602 Power Failure No test, done so numbers coincide i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 283 Table TAC303-3 AA-EE FTAC303 TAC401 Emergency Steady State Limits for Voltage and Frequency Perform Test TAC102 TAC501 No Tests N/A to AC Utilization Equipment TAC601 Power Failure (Three Phase) 0V for 7 seconds Table TAC601-2 A-D FTAC601 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 284 FSVF108-600-1 600-2 600 Hz, Negative DC Offset 115V RMS - .10 DC offset Apply for 30 mins FSVF108-600-2 800-1 800 Hz, Positive DC Offset 115V RMS + .10 DC offset Apply for 30 mins FSVF108-800-1 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 285 Table SVF302-2 A-G FSVF302-800-1 800-2 800 Hz, Undervoltage Transients Low Voltage 45V RMS Table SVF302-2 H-N FSVF302-800-2 800-3 800 Hz, Combined Transient 45V RMS to 180V RMS Table SVF302-2 O FSVF302-800-3 SVF303 Abnormal Frequency Transients i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 286 FTVF105-400-1 360-1 115V RMS, 360 Hz nominal settings 360 Hz, 4 Hz mod Apply for 30+ mins FTVF105-360-1 600-1 115V RMS, 600 Hz nominal settings 600 Hz, 4 Hz mod Apply for 30+ mins FTVF105-600-1 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 287 0V for 50 msec Table TVF201-2 FTVF201-360-1 600-1 115V RMS, 600 Hz nominal settings 0V for 50 msec Table TVF201-2 FTVF201-600-1 800-1 115V RMS, 800 Hz nominal settings 0V for 50 msec Table TVF201-2 FTVF201-800-1 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 288 115V RMS, 60 Hz FSXF101 SXF102 Steady State Limits for Voltage and Frequency 105V to 125V RMS, 59.75 to 60.25 Hz Apply for 30 mins each test FSXF102 SXF103 No Test, Done so test numbers coincide i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 289 File Ref. LDC101 Load Measurements 28V DC FLDC101 LDC102 Steady State Limits for Voltage 22V to 29V DC Apply for 30 mins FLDC102 LDC103 Voltage Distortion Spectrum Requires Additional Equipment LDC104 Total Ripple Requires Additional Equipment i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 290 Polarity reversal done physically FHDC602 This test should be performed using the firmware version of the –704 option. Rev E: This test should be performed using the firmware version of the –704 option. Rev D: i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 291 Apply for 30 mins each test CSAC401 N/A to AC Utilization SAC501 No Tests Equipment SAC601 Power Failure (Single Phase) 0V for 7 seconds Table SAC601-2 A-D CSAC601 SAC602 Power Failure No test, done so numbers coincide i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 292 Apply for 30 mins each test CTAC401 TAC501 No Tests N/A to AC Utilization Equipment TAC601 Power Failure (Three Phase) 0V for 7 seconds Table TAC601-2 A-D CTAC601 TAC602 One Phase and Two Phase Power Failures i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 293 Apply each test for 30 mins CHDC301 HDC302 Abnormal Voltage Transients 65V to 475V DC Overvoltage Transients Peak Voltage 475V DC Table HDC302-2 A-F CHDC302-1 Undervoltage Transients Low Voltage 65V DC Table HDC302-2 G-L CHDC302-2 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 294 Apply each test for 30 mins CHDC401 HDC501 Starting Voltage Transients 155V to 280V DC Table HDC501-2 A CHDC501 HDC601 Power Failure 0V for 7 seconds Table HDC601-2 A-D CHDC601 HDC602 Polarity Reversal N/A to Rev B i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 295 Apply for 30 mins each test BSAC401 SAC501 No Tests N/A to AC Utilization Equipment SAC601 Power Failure (Single Phase) 0V for 7 seconds Table SAC601-2 A-D BSAC601 SAC602 Power Failure No test, done so numbers coincide i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 296 102V to 124V RMS, 360 to 440 Hz Apply for 30 mins each test BTAC401 TAC501 No Tests N/A to AC Utilization Equipment TAC601 Power Failure (Three Phase) 0V for 7 seconds Table TAC601-2 A-D BTAC601 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 297 Abnormal Steady State Limits for Voltage 245V to 285V DC Apply each test for 30 mins BHDC301 HDC302 Abnormal Voltage Transients 65V to 475V DC Overvoltage Transients Peak Voltage 475V DC Table HDC302-2 A-F BHDC302-1 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 298 Apply each test for 30 mins BHDC401 HDC501 Starting Voltage Transients 155V to 280V DC Table HDC501-2 A BHDC501 HDC601 Power Failure 0V for 7 seconds Table HDC601-2 A-D BHDC601 HDC602 Polarity Reversal N/A to Rev B i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 299 No Tests N/A to AC Utilization Equipment SAC601 Power Failure (Single Phase) 0V for 7 seconds Table SAC601-2 A-D ASAC601 SAC602 Power Failure No test, done so numbers coincide SAC603 Phase Reversal N/A to rev A i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 300 Table TAC601-2 A-D ATAC601 TAC602 One Phase and Two Phase Power Failures One Phase Power Failures 0V for 7 seconds Table TAC602-2 A-F ATAC602-1 Two Phase Power Failures 0V for 30 mins Table TAC602-2 G-J ATAC602-2 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 301 Apply each test for 30 mins ALDC401 LDC501 Starting Voltage Transients 16V to 28.5V DC Table LDC501-2 A ALDC501 LDC601 Power Failure 0V for 7 seconds Table LDC601-2 A-D ALDC601 LDC602 Polarity Reversal N/A to rev A i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 302 MIL-STD-704 directive. The user is free to modify, edit, revise or otherwise update any of these tests to match his/her own requirements. In this case, we recommend you copy the supplied MS704_RevF subdirectory and use this copy to make modifications to. This will preserve the original data provided. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 303: Abd Option: Airbus Abd0100.1.8 Test

    The information provided in this user manual is aimed at guiding the operator in the use of the ABD option through the use of the CIGui32 program. Much of the same information can be found in the on-line help system of the CIGui32. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 304: Figure 9-4: Voltage Modulation

    Appendix 1 Switching Switching Ripple Voltage Transients – Transients – Appendix 1 Appendix 1 Voltage Square Wave Starting Current Modulation Normal Ripple Voltage Frequency Variations Frequency Modulation Distorted Voltage Table 9-23: -ABD Option Test Coverage i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 305 17. Click on the Print button or use File, Print to print a test report for this test. 18. Return to step 8 as needed. The following chapters provide details on the various screens, menus, displays and controls available to the operator to manage the test process. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 306 The required steady state output settings for each power group must be selected based on the type of EUT to be tested. These settings can be made from the front panel of the I/IX Series power source or from the main CIGui32 control screen. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 307: Figure 9-66: Abd Option Test Selection Screen

    This table matches the test tables A through E of the ABD0100.1.8 test standard. Test Control This tab provides information on the test sequence that is presently selected and also contains the execution controls. It shows the progress of any test that is executing. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 308 Deletes the selected row from either the Test selection data grid or the Test sequence data grid. The row contents are permanently discarded. Run selected test Stop Abort test in progress Help Opens the on-line help file. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 309 RTCA/DO-160 tests. If there is no equivalent DO-160 test, this field will be blank. Comment Comments concerning this test or its parameters. File The test sequence file that is used to implement this test section i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 310 The area at the bottom of this tab may be used to enter general information regarding the unit under test, the test location and operator and environmental conditions in effect during the test. This information will be incorporated in the test reports generated by the GUI. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 311: Figure 9-67: Abd Option Test Control Screen

    Start button. Loop on Step In this mode, the same step will be executed repeatedly until the operator clicks on the Abort button. In this mode, the Complete test progress status bar may run i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 312 Test voltage for phase/output C in Vrms or Vdc depending on mode. VSlew C Voltage slew rate in V/sec Func C Waveform function. Default is SINE for AC mode and DC for DC mode. Arbitrary waveform can be used in AC mode if this i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 313 When set to a value other than blank or “1”, subsequent rows are considered part of the same test step for single step or loop on step execution modes. Comment A comment about the specific test step. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 314: Figure 9-68: Abd Option Eut Measurement Data Screen

    Displays EUT current per phase in amps RMS or DC depending on power source mode of operation. App. Power (VA) Displays the apparent power for each phase as well as the total power for all three phases. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 315 Distortion limits per tables F and G are contained in the “ABD010018_Distortion_Limits.ini” file located in the “ABD_Dbase” directory or the selected airframe directory. Pass or Fail indication. A phase selection is available to the left of the graphs and table, which allows each i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 316 Cur Spectrum tab. This button is available only if either the Waveforms or Cur Graph sub tab is selected i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 317: Figure 9-69: Abd0100.1.8 Switching Transient Control Window

    Both Figure A (Transparency Tests) and Figure B type transients (Transient Tests) can be selected and parameter permutations for Figure B tests are automatically generated and displayed in the transient permutations table above the time domain display. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 318 Each permutation shown is repeated one time with a 1 second delay (default) between transients. Table 2 transients with roman numerals I through VI are supported as well be selection Figure B, Table 2. F1 and F2 represent the test frequencies before and after the transient. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 319 Sets the number of times each transient is run. Default value is 1. For most situations, this value should be set to 1. Retrig. If repeat count greater than 1 is used and external trigger source is selected, setting this check box will require only a i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 320 Copied rows can be pasted to the same grid at a different location. Paste Pastes a copied row from to the Transient permutations data entry grid. Run selected test Stop Abort test in progress Help Opens this help file. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 321 Where relevant, the numbering used matches that of the ABD0100.1.8 document. The notes in the right hand column indicate tests that are either not directly supported or require additional external test equipment. Test tables are listed by power groups A through E. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 322 Appendix 1: Figure 1.B Table 1.1 - N = 8 A6P0_APP1TransientsB_N8 6.2.9 Appendix 1: Figure 1.B Table 1.1 - N = 9 A6P0_APP1TransientsB_N9 6.2.10 Appendix 1: Figure 1.B Table 1.1 - N = 10 A6P0_APP1TransientsB_N10 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 323 Replace DO160 Fig 16.1 with Fig 4-A A7P0_VMOD Frequency excursions abnormal Fig 5, limits 1 and 4 Appendix 2 tests A8P0_ABNFEXCURS Frequency modulation Fig 6 16.5.3.1 A9P0_FMOD Distorted Voltage Par 2.4.2.6.1 Test conditions 1 & 2 A10P0_VDIST i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 324 Voltage Modulation Fig 4-B 16.5.1.2 Replace DO160 Fig 16.1 with Fig 4-B B7P0_VMOD Frequency excursions abnormal Fig 5, limits 1 and 4 Refer to Appendix 2 for test description B8P0_ABNFEXCURS Frequency modulation Fig 6 16.5.3.1 B9P0_FMOD i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 325 Run transient at 360Hz. C6P0_APP1TransientsB_N8_360 6.2.9 Appendix 1: Figure 1.B Table 1.1 - N = 9 Run transient at 360Hz. C6P0_APP1TransientsB_N9_360 6.2.10 Appendix 1: Figure 1.B Table 1.1 - N = 10 Run transient at 360Hz. C6P0_APP1TransientsB_N10_36 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 326 Distorted Voltage 10% - Normal Par 2.4.2.6.2 Test condition 2 Normal C10P0_VDIST10 10.2 Distorted Voltage 15% - Emergency Par 2.4.2.6.2 Test condition 2 Emergency C10P0_VDIST15 10.3 Distorted Voltage 25% - Emergency Par 2.4.2.6.2 Test condition 3 Emergency C10P0_VDIST25 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 327 Table 1.1 - N=5 n./a D6P0_APP1TransientsB_N5 6.2.6 Cf Figure B Table 1.1 - N=6 n./a D6P0_APP1TransientsB_N6 6.2.7 Cf Figure B Table 1.1 - N=7 n./a D6P0_APP1TransientsB_N7 6.2.8 Cf Figure B Table 1.1 - N=8 n./a D6P0_APP1TransientsB_N8 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 328 Square wave DC load variations Figure 7-A Other Airbus D7P0_DCFIG7A_AIRB Square wave DC load variations Figure 7-B A380 Version D7P0_DCFIG7B_A380 Square wave DC load variations Figure 7-B Other Airbus D7P0_DCFIG7B_AIRB Ripple Voltage 16.5.2.2 Requires additional equipment i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 329 Table 1.2 - N=4 n./a E5P0_APP1TransientsB_N4 5.2.5 Cf Figure B Table 1.2 - N=5 n./a E5P0_APP1TransientsB_N5 Ripple Voltage Figure 8 16.5.2.2 and Figure 18.2 Requires additional equipment Starting inrush current Figure 14 Refer to ABD0100.1.8 par 2.4.2.3.2.2 E7P0_DCINRUSH i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 330 Airbus ABD0100 directive. The user is free to modify, edit, revise or otherwise update any of these tests to match his/her own requirements. In this case, we recommend you copy the supplied ABD_Dbase subdirectory and use this copy to make modifications to. This will preserve the original data provided. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 331: Whm Option

    2. WATT HR: This field will accumulate the watt-hour in KWH. 3. POWER: This field will report the instantaneous power in KW. 4. PK CURR: This field will report the peak current and will hold the maximum reading. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 332: Figure 9-72: Wh-Meter Screen With Function Active

    To clear the error, the Watt-hour meter must be switched to the stopped state. It is advised that the Watt-hour meter should be set to the stop state before changing the mode of operation. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 333 Command Syntax WHMeter:WHOur? Parameters none Query Syntax WHM:WHO? Returned Parameters <numeric value> Note : If the watt-hour meter is active, the total power of all phases in the system will be returned when querying the power. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 334: Error Messages

    -128 "Numeric data not Number received Check programming manual for allowed" when number is not correct command syntax allowed. -168 "Block data not Block data was sent. Check programming manual for i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 335 Incorrect filename Too many or non ASCII characters used in waveform file definition. “Illegal variable name” -283 Variable name illegal. Use ASCII characters only -300 "Device specific error" Hardware related Check hardware for proper operation. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 336 Could not sync to External sync signal missing, external sync signal. disconnected or out of range. "Initial memory lost" Power on settings Save power on settings again to could not be recalled. overwrite old content. i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 337 Contact CI option service department at support@calinst.com for repair. "Waveform harmonics Harmonic contents of Reduce harmonic content or reduce limit" user defined wave fundamental frequency programmed. shape is too high and could damage amplifier output stage. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 338: Table 10-1: Error Messages

    Message String Cause Remedy "ALC or Impedance Conflict between ALC Turn off ALC to use programmable must be off" and programmable impedance. Turn off programmable impedance mode. impedance to use ALC. Table 10-1: Error Messages. i Series / iX Series...

  • Page 339: Index

    ..........106, 129 constant current ..........105 Construction internal ............10 handles ............13 Controllers Hold-Up Time ............ 2 programable ..........13 Cooling ............10 Current IEC 1000-4-11 ..........73 peak repetitive ..........6 i Series / iX Series...
  • Page 340 User Manual IEC 61000-4-11 output calibration..........76 Edition 1.0 ..........180 output mode ............ 47 Edition 2.0 ..........180 OUTPUT ON/OFF key ........39 IGBT‟s ........... 106, 109 OUTPut[:STATe]........... 321 checking............. 128 over voltage ..........126 Immunity ............12 overcurrent ..........105, 126 impedance calibration ........
  • Page 341 User Manual status ............... 37 Transients step transient ........... 94 Input .............. 9 system Trigger Out BNC single phase ........... 1 accessory ............ 22 three phase ............ 1 trigger output ..........9, 22 system interconnect........101 ............ 19 Trigger output system interface ........

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