Summary of Contents for Pacific Power Source UPC-32
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UPC-32 / UPC-12 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS FIRMWARE V5.22 AND LATER OPERATION MANUAL PACIFIC POWER SOURCE...
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UPC-32 UPC-12 OPERATION MANUAL PPS PART NO. 133620 THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL IS PROPRIETARY TO PACIFIC POWER SOURCE, INC. (PPS) AND MAY NOT BE COPIED OR REPRINTED WITHOUT ITS EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT. PACIFIC POWER SOURCE, INC. 17692 Fitch Irvine, CALIF.
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LIMITED WARRANTY Pacific Power Source (PPS) warrants each unit to be free from defects in material and workmanship. For the period of two (2) years from the date of shipment to the purchaser, PPS will either repair or replace, at its sole discretion, any unit returned to its factory in Irvine, California.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE HOW TO... FRONT PANEL REFERENCE ........v REMOTE INTERFACE FUNCTION REFERENCE ......vi GENERAL ............1 USING THIS MANUAL ........... 1 SAFETY NOTICES ..........1 GENERAL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ....... 4 UPC DESCRIPTION ......... 4 1.3.1 CONTROLLER MODELS ........6 1.3.2 SCU DESCRIPTION .........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INSTALLATION ..........20 REMOVE INPUT SERVICE ........21 REMOVE COVER AND CABLING ......... 21 REMOVE EXISTING CONTROLLER ....... 21 CONFIGURE UPC ..........21 CONFIGURE TRANSFORMER RATIO ......21 3.4.1 CONFIGURE AMPS TO VOLTS RATIO ......22 3.4.2 CONFIGURE GPIB DEVICE ADDRESS ......
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE GPIB and SERIAL REMOTE OPERATION ......67 INTRODUCTION ..........67 CONVENTIONS ..........68 PROGRAM CONTROL .......... 70 STEADY-STATE OUTPUT PARAMETERS ......71 5.3.1 TRANSIENT SEGMENT PARAMETERS ......72 5.3.2 PROGRAM MEMORY CONTROL ....... 73 5.3.3 SIGNAL CONTROL ..........73 OUTPUT PARAMETERS ........
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10.7 PHYSICAL CONNECTIONS ........111 INDEX ............112 NOTES ............117 MODIFICATIONS ........... 118 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS FIGURE 1.3 SCU/UPC-32, SCU/UPC-12 ..................... 5 FIGURE 2.3.3 J3 CONTROL AND OSCILLATOR ................. 17 FIGURE 2.3.6 J5 AUXILIARY INPUTS AND OUTPUTS ............... 19 FIGURE 2.3.8 J2 METERING INPUTS ....................
HOW TO... FRONT PANEL REFERENCE This is a quick reference to commonly used FRONT PANEL functions and will aid the user in quickly learning how to use functions of interest. HOW TO SECTION CALIBRATE METERS CALIBRATE PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 4.6.3.1.1 CHANGE OPERATING MODES 4.1.1 CLOSE / OPEN OUTPUT CONTACTOR...
REMOTE INTERFACE FUNCTION REFERENCE This is a quick reference to commonly used REMOTE INTERFACE functions and will aid the user in quickly finding the functions of interest. FUNCTION SECTION CALIBRATE METERING CALIBRATE PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 5.4.1 CLOSE / OPEN OUTPUT CONTACTOR 5.7.5 CREATE A PROGRAM 5.3,...
Page 70 – Program Control SAFETY NOTICES The UPC-Series of equipment controls the Pacific Power Source, AMX, ASX, MS, and G Series of power sources which are capable of transferring very large amounts of electrical energy very quickly. This basic quality is fundamental to any high-performance power source.
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SECTION 1 GENERAL SAFETY NOTICES (continued) WARNING THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS HIGH ENERGY, LOW IMPEDANCE CIRCUITS!! LETHAL POTENTIALS ARE CONTAINED WITHIN THE CABINET. CARE MUST BE EXERCISED WHEN SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT IN ORDER TO PREVENT SERIOUS OPERATOR INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. VOLTAGE AT THE TERMINALS RESPONDS INSTANTLY WHEN THE OUTPUT IS ACTIVATED.
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SECTION 1 GENERAL SAFETY NOTICES (continued) To protect equipment from damage, a Caution will be used as follows: CAUTION USING IMPROPER GAUGE OF INPUT CABLE MAY OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. SEE SECTION 2.0, SPECIFICATIONS, FOR THE PROPER RATING OF INPUT CABLE. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE OUTPUT ON/OFF SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CHANGING THE OUTPUT COUPLING MODE.
The UPC controller is a highly versatile one, two, or three phase signal generator. It is designed to be installed into Pacific Power Source's AMX/ASX Series Power Sources or into a System Control Unit (SCU) for use with other power sources, and is interchangeable with other UPC/UMC Series controllers.
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SECTION 1 GENERAL PA CIFIC Figure 1.3a SCU/UPC-32 Figure 1.3b UPC-32 Figure 1.3c UPC-12...
1.3.2 CONTROLLER MODELS The term 'UPC' is derived from Universal Programmable Controller. The UPC-32 is a 3 phase (Ф) signal generator designed to operate any PACIFIC power source which is 1Ф / 2Ф / 3Ф capable. The UPC-12 is identical in characteristics to the UPC-32, except that it produces only one output signal. It is designed to plug in to any single-phase-only PACIFIC AMX or ASX model power source.
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS This section states the specifications of both Output Control and Metering capabilities of the UPC. UPC-12 is assembly number: 133700 UPC-32 is assembly number: 133600 Environmental Ambient operating conditions are: Temperature: 0-50°C. Humidity: 0-95% R.H Non-Condensing.
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SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1.2 VOLTAGE CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS (continued) The UPC allows the Power Source to use any output TRANSFORMER RATIO from 0.01 to 5.11. Voltage resolution for TRANSFORMER COUPLED MODE is as follows: XFMR RATIO Vresolution .01 - 1.00 0.1 VAC rms 1.01 - 5.11 0.5 VAC rms The default ratio is set by the TRANSFORMER RATIO SWITCH on the UPC METERING PCB (3.4.1).
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1.3 CURRENT LIMIT CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS Current limit is provided for all phases through a single RMS current value. The range of this value is equal to the ammeter range, as set by the AMPS TO VOLTS RATIO (2.2.2). This function is an average responding, RMS-programmed function with a response time of approximately 100 mSec.
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SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1.5 WAVEFORM CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS (continued) EDITABLE EPROM WAVEFORM # WAVEFORM # DESCRIPTION SINE WAVE TRIANGLE - 12.1% THD SQUARE - 47.1% THD PULSE (30° WIDTH) - 153% Avg. THD FLAT TOP - 5% THD (PK:RMS=1.309) FLAT TOP - 6% THD (PK:RMS=1.295) FLAT TOP - 7% THD (PK:RMS=1.282) FLAT TOP - 8% THD (PK:RMS=1.269) FLAT TOP - 9% THD (PK:RMS=1.257)
SPECIFICATIONS 2.1.6 OUTPUT POWER FORM CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS The UPC-32 can create single (one), split (two), or three phase waveforms with ФB and ФC at any phase angle referenced to phase A. The UPC-12 generates only one output vector. When used in an AMX or ASX Power Source, it may generate single (one) and split (two) phase output.
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS METERING SPECIFICATIONS 2.2.1 VOLTMETER SPECIFICATIONS Three voltmeter inputs are provided, one per phase. Both Voltage Line-to-Neutral (VLN) and Voltage Line- to-Line (VLL) voltages are metered. Vrms Meter Range: 354 VLN, 708 VLL A.C. Display Resolution: 0.1 VAC rms. The Remote interface may provide up to 3 digits of precision (digits to the right of the decimal point).
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.2.5 POWER FACTOR METER SPECIFICATIONS Power factor is displayed as the ratio: kW / kVA. Display range and resolution is X.XXX. The Remote interface may provide 3 digits of precision (digits to the right of the decimal point). Accuracy is ±...
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL INTERFACE 2.3.1 ISOLATION The UPC uses one isolated power supply for all circuits. The REMOTE interface is NOT isolated from control circuit power. The UPC circuits may float with respect to Earth-GND but it is not recommended. Internal to the power source, power supply common is connected to the chassis/Earth-GND.
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.3.6 ANALOG INPUTS Three Auxiliary Inputs are provided on J5, one per phase. The Auxiliary Inputs are AC-coupled and algebraically summed to the Oscillator signals produced by the UPC. NOTE: The Auxiliary Inputs can be used as external inputs simply by programming the UPC for 0 VAC output.
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS (Rear of SCU) LV COMMON TRANSIENT TRIGGER LV COMMON TRANSIENT PEDESTAL LV COMMON LV COMMON SYNC OUT ФA AM LO ФA AM HI ФB AM LO ФB AM HI ФC AM LO ФC AM HI ФA AUX IN LO ФA AUX IN HI ФB AUX IN LO ФB AUX IN HI...
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.3.8 METERING INPUTS Metering inputs are on J2. Common mode must be within ± 10 V with respect to power supply common. peak (Rear of SCU) ФA CURRENT HI ФA CURRENT LO ФB CURRENT HI ФB CURRENT LO ФC CURRENT HI ФC CURRENT LO 1Ф...
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS GPIB REMOTE INTERFACE The GPIB Remote Interface is provided on J4. It has listener and talker capabilities. The GPIB device address is set via the UPC STATUS display screen. Default address is 1. See (4.6.3.3) for configuration and (5.0) for programming information. (Rear of SCU) DI 01 DI 05...
Refer to the power source manual for installation into a Pacific Power Source, Inc. power source system. Should any question arise, call Pacific Power Source, toll free, at 1-800-854-2433.
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION REMOVE INPUT SERVICE Turn the Input Power Circuit Breaker on the front panel OFF. Disconnect the Input Line Cord from the rear of the SCU chassis (Figure 3.5). REMOVE COVER AND CABLING Remove six screws from the top cover then remove the top cover. ...
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION 3.4.2 CONFIGURE AMPS TO VOLTS RATIO NOTE: Configuration is preset at the factory if the UPC is packaged with a power source. The ammeter scale is selected by the AMPS TO VOLTS RATIO SWITCH multiplied by a factor of 10. The AMPS TO VOLTS RATIO scales the voltage fed into the ammeter circuit input to represent a given amount of current.
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION 3.4.3 CONFIGURE GPIB DEVICE ADDRESS If the UPC is configured for serial port communication, see Section 10. Set the GPIB DEVICE ADDRESS as desired. The GPIB device address is set via the UPC STATUS display screen. Default address is 1 (4.6.3.3). NOTE: IEEE-488 type cables with 90°...
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION INSTALL UPC NOTE: When the UPC is packaged within a power source, installation is not required. Install the UPC with 2 nuts attaching the UPC front panel to the SCU front panel. See Figure 3.5 Install LED PCB with 4 nuts, attaching the LED PCB to the SCU front panel. INSTALL CABLING AND COVER NOTE: Most users will not need to concern themselves with the following installation issue if the UPC is packaged with a power source.
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SECTION 3 INSTALLATION ATTACH J4 TO ATTACH J5 TO REAR PANEL REAR PANEL CONNECT J6A TO P6A CONNECT INTER- J2A HEADER TO FACE P2A SOCKET OSC C OSC B OSC A METERING DISPLAY KEYBOARD CONNECT - 2 PLACES - 133071 P3A TO ATTACH UPC CIRCUIT...
This section describes the front panel operation of an UPC Controller installed in a power source. The UPC controllers are used with Pacific Power Source, Inc’s AMX, ASX, G, and MS series equipment. The UPC Controller allows the user to control all output parameters of the power source via the front panel keyboard as well as through the REMOTE interface.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.1.1 OVERVIEW (continued) The SETUP MODE is used to make changes in system configuration. Examples are: Copy and Delete Programs Copy, Edit, and Create Waveforms Set Min. and Max. Voltage Limits Set Min. and Max. Frequency Limits ...
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.1.1 OVERVIEW (continued) NOTE: The five dark-colored keys in the lower right portion of the keyboard are executive keys. Every attempt has been made to ensure that in order to change power applied to the load, one of these keys must be pressed.
SECTION 4 OPERATION FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS This section shows the locations and defines the functions of the front panel controls and indicators of the UPC as installed in an AMX/ASX Series power source. Operation of an UPC installed in an SCU is identical except the SCU has no Output Power Switch (Figure 4.1).
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.2.2 UPC FRONT PANEL From any METER display, this key provides help on how to operate HELP the UPC. (KEY) Function Key - When pressed from any meter display the UPC will enter SETUP MODE. (KEY) Is used to enter numeric values. The +/- key toggles the sign of a NUMERIC KEYPAD numeric entry or toggles the value of other two-state parameters.
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.2.2 UPC FRONT PANEL (continued) In MANUAL MODE, causes the output to change to new values. EXECUTE In PROGRAM OPERATE MODE, causes a new program to be (KEY) executed. In PROGRAM EDIT MODE and in the PROGRAM display, causes the program to be saved and executed.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.3.1 METERING DISPLAYS (continued) The POWER METER display meters kVA, true kW and PF. POWER METER: PHASE A PHASE B PHASE C 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 1.000 1.000 1.000 The AMPS METER display meters RMS amps, PEAK amps and CREST FACTOR. AMPS METER: PHASE A PHASE B PHASE C...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.3.1.1 WAVEFORM ANALYSIS (continued) (OPTION- Harmonic Analysis and Synthesis) The Va, Vb or Vc key will light the Phase LED to select which phase is to be updated or displayed. Only one phase can be analyzed at a time. Pressing the +/- key will toggle between current and voltage parameters. Pressing the HELP key displays the hotkey list.
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.3.2 VOLTAGE ENTRY In MANUAL MODE, to change voltage from any meter display, light the Va, Vb, Vc LEDs by pressing those keys. Any single key, or combination of keys may be activated. Pressing an ARROW key (︿ or ﹀) causes selected voltages to slew up or down. Entering a number then pressing EXECUTE causes selected voltages to change to new values.
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.4.1 PROGRAM EXECUTION To use Program Operate Mode, from any meter display press the PROGRAM key. The PROGRAM display will become active. The most recently executed program will be displayed. You may enter a new program number then press ENTER to view it. PROGRAM: #1 FORM=3 COUPLING=DIRECT FREQ=60...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.4.2.1 MIL-STD-704D TRANSIENT PROGRAMS Sample Programs and Transient events are provided in the UPC which are capable of producing the Voltage and Frequency excursions required by MIL-STD-704D. Programs 100-103 are permanent, pre-stored, non- executable transient programs. These permanent programs may be copied to any of programs 1 - 99 for execution.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.4.2.1 MIL-STD-704D TRANSIENT PROGRAMS (continued) OVER-FREQUENCY TRANSIENT (Program #102) The power source will produce the over-frequency transient excursion as defined by MIL-STD-704D (Paragraph 5.2.3.2.1). The power source must be configured for a voltage range of at least 115Vrms to perform this test.
SECTION 4 OPERATION PROGRAM EDIT MODE Program Edit Mode allows program and transient definition and editing. 4.5.1 PROGRAM EDITING To start the Program Edit Mode, from any meter display press the PROGRAM key, program number, ENTER key then EDIT key. The cursor will move to FORM. Pressing STORE at any time during editing will cause the program to be stored.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.1 PROGRAM EDITING (continued) FREQ: Any desired output frequency from 20.00 to 5000 Hz. may be entered. RANGE RESOLUTION 20.00 - 99.99 Hz 0.01 Hz 100.0 - 999.9 Hz 0.1 Hz 1000 – 5000 Va, Vb, Vc: Line to neutral voltages are entered for 1Ф and 3Ф Forms. Line to Line voltages are entered for 2Ф...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.1.1 PROGRAM EXAMPLE The following is an example of creating and executing a 3 phase, 108/187 volt, 400 Hz program. From any metering display press the PROGRAM key. PROGRAM: #1 FORM=3 COUPLING=DIRECT FREQ=60 Va=120 Vb=120 Vc=120 WFa=1 WFb=1 WFc=1 #SEGS=0...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.1.1 PROGRAM EXAMPLE (continued) Press 108, ENTER, 108, ENTER, 108, ENTER, to select 108 volts line to neutral on all three phases. PROGRAM: #4 FORM=3 COUPLING=DIRECT FREQ=400 Va=108 Vb=108 Vc=108 WFa=1 WFb=1 WFc=1 #SEGS=0 Ilim=50 PHb=120° PHc=240° Press 1, ENTER, 1, ENTER, 1, ENTER, to select WaveForm 1 on all three phases.
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2 TRANSIENT EDITING Before beginning to create a transient, the sequence of the voltage, frequency, and waveform changes should be fully determined. The UPC allows transient events to be defined in two ways: Time-based transients and Cycle-based transients. Transient event timing always begins at 0 degrees of ФA (the rising 0 volt crossing), and will proceed based on defined Segments.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2 TRANSIENT EDITING (continued) To start the Transient Edit Mode from any meter display, press the PROGRAM key, select a program number, press ENTER then EDIT. The cursor will move to FORM. This example uses the program #4 information as described in the previous example.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2 TRANSIENT EDITING (continued) WFa, WFb, WFc: Select the desired output waveform. Waveform 1 is always a sine wave. Waveform 2-16 may be copied and/or edited as desired using the SETUP (fn) functions. Depending on the TRANSIENT AUTO RMS setting for this program, the UPC may attempt to generate the selected waveform at the rms voltage programmed at the beginning of each segment.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2.1 TIME BASED TRANSIENT EXAMPLE (continued) TRANSIENT: PRGM #4 SEGMENT #1 OF 1 T=0.0002 Va=80 Vb=80 Vc=80 F=400 WFa=1 WFb=1 WFc=1 Press 400, ENTER, to select 400 Hz. output frequency. TRANSIENT: PRGM #4 SEGMENT #1 OF 1 T=0.0002 Va=80 Vb=80...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2.1 TIME BASED TRANSIENT EXAMPLE (continued) We are now starting segment 3 of 3. TRANSIENT: PRGM #4 SEGMENT #3 OF 3 T=0.01 Va=108 Vb=108 Vc=108 F=400 WFa=1 WFb=1 WFc=1 Press ENTER, ENTER, .07, ENTER, to select default segment 3 of 3 and a time of .07 seconds (70 mSec). TRANSIENT: PRGM #4 SEGMENT #3 OF 3...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2.1 TIME BASED TRANSIENT EXAMPLE (continued) NUMBER OF TRANSIENT EVENTS=1 (0 for infinite or 1-65535) TRANSIENT AUTO RMS=ON (Press +/- Key to Toggle Selection) Press 1, ENTER, to cause only one transient event. NUMBER OF TRANSIENT EVENTS=1 (0 for infinite or 1-65535) TRANSIENT AUTO RMS=ON (Press +/- Key to Toggle Selection)
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2.2 CYCLE BASED TRANSIENT EXAMPLE The following is an example of how to create a cycle based transient. This example presumes the user has loaded the program information as described in the previous examples. Start with program #4 example as shown in (4.5.1.1). From any metering display press PROGRAM, 4, ENTER, EDIT, EDIT, and you should see the following display: TRANSIENT: PRGM #4 SEGMENT #1...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.5.2.2 CYCLE BASED TRANSIENT EXAMPLE (continued) Press STORE, to save the transient sequence. NUMBER OF TRANSIENT EVENTS=1 (0 for infinite or 1-65535) TRANSIENT AUTO RMS=ON (Press +/- Key to Toggle Selection) Press 1, ENTER, to cause only one transient event. NUMBER OF TRANSIENT EVENTS=1 (0 for infinite or 1-65535) TRANSIENT AUTO RMS=ON...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION START OF TRANSIENT END OF TRANSIENT SEGMENT 1 SEGMENT 3 SEGMENT 2 108 VAC MIN STEADY-STATE LIMIT TIME, MILLISECONDS FIGURE 4.5.2.1 TIME BASED TRANSIENT - MIL-STD-704D UNDERVOLTAGE TRANSIENT WAVEFORM #2 WAVEFORM #3 WAVEFORM #1 SEGMENT 1 USES WAVEFORM #15 FIGURE 4.5.2.2 CYCLE BASED TRANSIENT - SPIKE TRANSIENT...
SECTION 4 OPERATION SETUP MODE SETUP MODE is used to: Copy and Delete Programs Copy, Edit, and Create Waveforms Set Min. and Max. Voltage and Frequency Limits Enable and Disable CSC (Continuous Self Calibration) Set the Metering Sense Point – Internal or External ...
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.1.1 COPY PROGRAM COPY PROGRAM is used to copy Program data. From any METER display (V/I, AMPS or POWER), press the fn key to enter SETUP MODE. From the SETUP display, press 1 to enter PROGRAM SETUP. ...
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.1.3 INITIALIZE PROGRAMS, WAVEFORMS SETUP (continued) WARNING: REMOVES ALL USER SETTINGS PRESS "EXECUTE" TO INITIALIZE PROGRAMS WAVEFORMS AND SETUP TO FACTORY DEFAULTS PRESS "CLEAR" TO CANCEL Press EXECUTE to initialize all programs, waveforms and setup to factory defaults. ...
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The STARTING AND ENDING PHASE ANGLE determine what portion of the waveform is being edited. NOTE: UPC-12 and UPC-32 waveforms have 1024 time steps, so the actual angle increment is 0.352 degrees (360/1024). Phase angle entries are rounded to the actual increment (85 degrees displays as 85.078).
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.2.1 EDIT WAVEFORM (continued) EDIT WAVEFORM: NUMBER=2 RANGE=2-16 STARTING PHASE ANGLE =85.078 0-359.9° ENDING PHASE ANGLE 0-359.9° VOLTAGE IN PERCENT =100 (+/-)0-100% Press 100, to select the voltage (% of full scale) between the starting and ending phase angles. EDIT WAVEFORM: NUMBER=2 RANGE=2-16 STARTING PHASE ANGLE =85.078...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.2.2 COPY WAVEFORM COPY WAVEFORM is used to copy waveforms from one waveform number to another. From any METER display (V/I, AMPS or POWER), press the fn key to enter SETUP MODE. From the SETUP display, press 2 to enter WAVEFORM SETUP. ...
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.2.3 WAVEFORM SYNTHESIS (Option: Harmonic Analysis and Synthesis) WAVEFORM SYNTHESIS creates waveforms by using a sine wave series defined by Harmonic Magnitude and Phase Angle coefficients expressed in polar format (magnitude and phase angle). Each magnitude percentage is referenced to the fundamental which is always defined as having a magnitude of 100%. ...
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.3 GENERAL SETUP (continued) GENERAL SETUP 2: 1 INITIAL VOLTAGE 2 KEYBOARD LOCK 3 CURRENT PROTECT The following pages describe each menu item shown above. 4.6.3.1 UPC SETUP UPC SETUP is used to select meter sense point, enable or disable Continuous Self Calibration (CSC), set the Programmable Output Impedance (Option), set transition time and voltage and frequency limits.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.3.1.1 PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT IMPEDANCE SETUP MENU (OPTION: Prog-Zo) The Programmable Output Impedance (Prog.Zo) option is used to compensate for dynamic regulation losses such as line resistance or output transformer impedance, or to control the Output Impedance of the power source.
SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.3.1.1.1 PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT IMPEDANCE CALIBRATION MENU Press EDIT again, while the PROG. Zo menu is displayed to access the Prog Zo Calibration screens to enter calibration values for the Prog Zo function. NOTE: Each power source is pre-calibrated at the factory, but if the system configuration changes, re- calibration of this function is desired, or if the RAM (memory) in the UPC has been lost or erased, use this screen to enter new calibration values.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.3.2 LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY SETUP LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY SETUP is used to set the view angle and back light intensity and is accessed from the General Setup menu (fn,3,2). LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY SETUP: PRESS 1 FOR VIEW ANGLE, 2 FOR BACK LIGHT, THEN USE ARROWS TO ADJUST.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.3.3 UPC STATUS (continued) BAUD: 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400. This is the serial port baud rate. The factory default value is 19200. PARITY: NONE, ODD or EVEN. The default serial port parity value is NONE. LAST BYTE= Same as LAST DATA BYTE, above.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.3.5 RANGE CONTROL (continued) RANGE CONTROL MODE: AUTO, MANUAL. AUTO is the default mode. Range is selected by the UPC. Press the +/- key when the cursor is in the MODE field to toggle between AUTO and MANUAL. When MANUAL MODE is selected, an OUTPUT RANGE may be set.
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SECTION 4 OPERATION 4.6.3.8 KEYBOARD LOCK KEYBOARD LOCK SETUP allows you to control the keyboard lock feature and is accessed from the General Setup menu (fn,3,7,2). KEYBOARD LOCK SETUP: LOCK=OFF (Press +/- Key to Toggle Selection) (Press ENTER or EXECUTE to Exit) LOCK=: OFF or ON.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION SECTION 5 GPIB and REMOTE OPERATION GPIB and SERIAL REMOTE OPERATION This section describes remote control functions of the UPC for communication over the IEEE-488 BUS or Serial Remote Interface. To select the proper commands for accurate setup and control of the UPC/power- source system, a thorough understanding of the UPC capabilities is needed.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION CONVENTIONS COMMANDS are shown in the left hand column in BOLD, beginning with an asterisk ( * ) or colon ( : ) text with NO underline. Command DESCRIPTIONS appear in the right hand column. SCPI is "Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments -1992". Refer to the SCPI 1992 standard for more information.
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SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION CONVENTIONS (continued) Multiple Commands and Queries may be sent in one Program Message but each must be separated by a semicolon ( ; ). The term 'Program Message' refers to 1 or more commands and/or queries sent to the UPC as one continuous string and is not to be confused with Stored Programs (1-99) within the UPC.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION PROGRAM CONTROL :PROGram:NAME <nn> Command: selects program “nn” for executing, deleting or copying. nn = <0> to <99> Query: returns the program number last selected. :PROGram[:SELected]:DEFine <program> Command: defines the values stored in program “nn”. Both steady-state and transient segment parameter names and values may be sent.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.3.1 STEADY-STATE OUTPUT PARAMETERS sets Output Power Form of selected program FORM,<n> n = <1>Single Ф, <2>Split Ф, or <3>Three Ф COUPLing,<s> sets Output coupling of selected program s = <DIRECT> or <XFMR> XFMRRATIO,<n.nn> sets Output XFMR ratio (n.nn:1) of selected program n.nn = <0.01>...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.3.1 STEADY-STATE OUTPUT PARAMETERS (continued) sets number of times to repeat the transient portion of the selected EVENTS,<n> program when the Transient is executed. n = 0-65535. A value of 0 specifies continuous operation. program Transient Waveform Auto RMS mode (4.5.2). AUTORMS,<n>...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.3.2 TRANSIENT SEGMENT PARAMETERS (continued) sets execution time (to reach objective Voltage and Frequency) of TSEG,<n> selected segment n = <0> or <.0002> to <300> seconds. Setting n to <0> selects cycle-based transient operation, i.e., each segment time is equal to the period of 1 cycle (1/FREQ) LAST sets selected segment to be the last segment of selected transient...
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SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.4.1 OUTPUT PARAMETERS (continued) *TRG Same as :PROGram:EXECute:TRANS :[SOURce:]VOLTage <n> sets Output VOLTAGE amplitude of all available Phases n = <0> to <150, or 150 x XFMRRATIO> Volts :[SOURce:]VOLTage1 <n> sets Output VOLTAGE ФA n = <0> to <150, or 150 x XFMRRATIO> Volts :[SOURce:]VOLTage2 <n>...
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SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.4.1 OUTPUT PARAMETERS (continued) sets Output TRANSITION TIME of voltage and :[SOURce:]RAMP <t> frequency execution t = <0> to <300> seconds minimum increment = 0.0002 Sec :[SOURce:]FREQuency:LIMit:MAXimum <n> sets Output Frequency max limit n = <20.00> to <5000> Hz :[SOURce:]FREQuency:LIMit:MINimum <n>...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.4.3 WAVEFORM CONTROL selects waveform “nn” for loading or data query :PROGRAM:NAME <WFnn> nn = 2 to 16 for data defining (loading) or 1 to 32 for data query loads selected waveform (2-16) with data from the Remote :PROGram:[SELected:]DEFine <data>...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.5.2 METERED DATA QUERIES Measurement occurs once per :MEASure: command. AC measurements are assumed. The SCPI :AC keyword following :MEASure is optional and is not shown here. The “?” is optional as :MEASure: implies a query. Values following a command are ignored. ...
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SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.5.2 METERED DATA QUERIES (continued) :MEASure:CURRent:CREST1? Query: metered current Crest Factor ФA Returns <0> to <1000> :MEASure:CURRent:CREST2? Query: metered current Crest Factor ФB Returns <0> to <1000> :MEASure:CURRent:CREST3? Query: metered current Crest Factor ФC Returns <0> to <1000> :MEASure:POWer1? Query: metered Kilowatts ФA Returns <0>...
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SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.5.2 METERED DATA QUERIES (continued) (option: Harmonic Analysis and Synthesis) :MEASure:SPECTrum:VOLT1[:MAGnitude]? (option: Harmonic Analysis and Synthesis) :MEASure:SPECTrum:CURRent1[:MAGnitude] Query: waveform harmonic magnitudes :VOLT1 for ФA, :VOLT2 for ФB, and :VOLT3 for ФC volts :CURR1 for ФA, :CURR2 for ФB, and :CURR3 for ФC current Returns a data set of up to 256 (default=64), NR2 type numbers, comma delimited, representing harmonic...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.5.3 EVENT and STATUS REPORTING Events and device Status may be queried by the Bus Controller through the following registers and queues. Query commands are explicitly shown in this section for clarity. NOTE: It is recommended that reading EVENT and STATUS registers and queues occur in the following order.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.5.3.1 IEEE-488.2 STATUS REPORTING (continued) STANDARD EVENT STATUS REGISTER (ESR) Events reported by the STANDARD EVENT STATUS register may be queried via the *ESR? command. Reading the ESR register clears it. The EVENT STATUS summary bit in the STATUS BYTE (STB) will be set when an unmasked EVENT STATUS bit goes true (Figure 5.2, below).
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SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.5.3.1 IEEE-488.2 STATUS REPORTING (continued) IEEE-488.2 STATUS REPORTING COMMANDS NAME DEFINITION Device Identification query. Returns <PPSC,UPC-MM,vN.NN,1338XX> where *IDN? MM is the model number (12 or 32), N.NN is the firmware version number XX is the firmware assembly indicating installed options Clears the ESR and the registers as well as the SCPI :EVENt registers and *CLS ERROR/EVENT queue...
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SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.5.3.2 SCPI STATUS REPORTING (continued) The STATus:OPERation and STATus:QUEStionable registers provide information about the present mode of operation. Transition of a CONDition bit to the true state causes the EVENt bit to be set true. ...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION ERROR/EVENT QUEUE Queue To EEQ bit of Not Empty STATUS BYTE (bit 2) [SYSTem:ERRor?] FED INTO OUTPUT QUEUE QUEStionable status (enabled events) VOLTage CURRent TIME POWer TEMPerature Logical OR FREQuency PHASe To SQS bit of MODulation STATUS BYTE CALibration...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION DEVICE CONTROL Command: sounds the front panel beeper once :SYSTem:BEEPer No query :SYSTem:KLOCK <b> Command: sets the keyboard lock enable state (4.6.3.8) b = .<1> enables keyboard lock; <0> disables keyboard lock Query: returns present lock enable state :CALibrate:ZERO Command: resets all Metering correction factors No query...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.6.1 IEEE-488.1 INTERFACE FUNCTIONS The following lists the IEEE-488.1 capabilities of the UPC. Refer to the ANSI/IEEE-488.1 1987 standard for more information. FUNCTION MNEMONIC REMOTE MESSAGE RECEIVED / Description Source handshake functions Acceptor handshake functions MTAnn - Talker subset 6. nn is GPIB device address 0-30 MLAnn - Listener subset 3.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.6.2 IEEE-488.2 DEVICE CONTROL COMMANDS The following lists the IEEE-488.2 Common Commands for Device Control of the UPC. Refer to the ANSI/IEEE-488.2 1987 standard for more information. Command: RESET. Initialize the UPC with the following parameters *RST CSC: CURRENT LIMIT:...
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL EXAMPLES The REN (remote enable) line on the bus interface must be kept true to maintain REMOTE CONTROL. REMOTE CONTROL can only be initiated while the UPC is displaying a Metering display or while in the UPC STATUS display, not while editing.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.7.1 EXAMPLE OF STORING A PROGRAM Step A. Address the UPC as a listener :PROGram:NAME 1 <eos> Step B. Select Program 1 NOTE: <eos> is a LINE FEED (0Ahex, 10dec) Step C. Define program 1. Program 1 consists of steady-state and optional transient segment parameter names and values.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.7.2 EXAMPLE OF PROGRAM QUERY Step A. Address the UPC as a listener :PROGram:NAME 1 <eos> Step B. Select Program 1 NOTE: <eos> is a LINE FEED (0Ahex, 10dec) :PROGram:DEFine? <eos> Step C. Query Program 1 Program 1 consists of steady-state and optional transient segment parameter names and values.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.7.3 EXAMPLE OF EXECUTING A STORED PROGRAM Step A. Address the UPC as a listener :PROGram:NAME 1 <eos> Step B. Select Program 1 NOTE: <eos> is a LINE FEED (0Ahex, 10dec) :PROGram:EXECute <eos> Step C. Execute Program Step D.
SECTION 5 REMOTE OPERATION 5.7.6 EXAMPLE OF VOLTAGE and CURRENT MEASUREMENT QUERY How to query the UPC for three phase RMS volts (Line to Neutral) and RMS current metered values. LINE to LINE volts, KVA, KW, Power Factor, CURRENT Crest Factor, and Peak Current may also be queried in the same way.
SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE No maintenance is required for the UPC controller. See the AMX, ASX, G, or MS series power source Operator’s Manual for proper maintenance of the power systems.
SERVICE SERVICE There are no user serviceable components in the UPC assembly. Pacific Power Source maintains a staff of highly trained technicians who are able to assist with diagnosing any abnormal operation of the UPC. If questions arise, call the factory at 1-800-854-2433 (8am to 5pm PST, California, U.S.A.).
SECTION 8 CALIBRATION SECTION 8 CALIBRATION CALIBRATION This section describes two methods of calibration of a UPC. To fully calibrate the SYSTEM for output voltage, current limit and metering accuracy, it is necessary to perform both the MANUAL CALIBRATION and then the EXTERNALLY REFERENCED CALIBRATION. The first method (8.2) is a manual procedure requiring that the top cover of chassis be removed and adjustments made.
SECTION 8 CALIBRATION MANUAL CALIBRATION PROCEDURE (cont’d) WARNING OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WHEN CALIBRATION IS REQUIRED: 1) REMOVE ALL JEWELRY FROM ARMS AND NECK WHEN CALIBRATING EQUIPMENT. THIS PREVENTS THE POSSIBILITY OF SHORT CIRCUIT THROUGH THE JEWELRY, CAUSING BURNS TO, OR ELECTROCUTION OF, THE OPERATOR. 2) WEAR SAFETY GLASSES TO PREVENT EYE INJURY DUE TO FLYING PARTICLESCAUSED BY ACCIDENTAL SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITIONS.
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SECTION 8 CALIBRATION IEEE-488 AUXILLARY (GPIB) CABLE CABLE J5 AUX I/O J4 IEEE-488 ФC OSC. GAIN ФB OSC. GAIN ФA OSC. GAIN METER GAIN J2A METERING METERING CURRENT LIMIT ADJUST CABLE FIGURE 8.2 GAIN CONTROL LOCATIONS...
SECTION 8 CALIBRATION 8.2.2 PROGRAMMABLE CURRENT LIMIT CALIBRATION Connect the high current load to the output of the power source. Connect an Ammeter to the load wiring (Shunt type preferred). Program the UPC Voltage to drive a load at 60% of rated output current of the power source at 60 Set the Programmable Current limit parameter of the UPC steady-state program to 50% of rated output current of the power source.
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SECTION 8 CALIBRATION EXTERNALLY REFERENCED CALIBRATION (continued) Since the UPC display can show both PROGRAM (Command) and METERED voltages, these errors will be apparent - if they occur - as a slight difference between the two voltages. Only basic metering inaccuracy will not reveal itself on the display.
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Operate the power source in FORM 2 to calibrate Ia and Ib (single/split phase). a. Operate the power source in FORM 1 to calibrate I1 (single phase). UPC-32 b. Operate the power source in FORM 3 to calibrate Ia, Ib and Ic (three phase).
SECTION 8 CALIBRATION 8.3.1 K FACTOR DISPLAY The correction factors (kFactors) created during EXTERNALLY REFERENCED CALIBRATION may be displayed or modified directly, from the kFactors display screen. Activate the CALIBRATION Menu (fn, 4), press 3 and the kFactor display appears as shown below. Kin A:1.0000 B:1.0000 C:1.0000 Kex A:1.0000 B:1.0000 C:1.0000 A:1.0000 B:1.0000 C:1.0000 1P:1.0000...
SECTION 9 DIAGNOSTICS SECTION 9 USER DIAGNOSTICS USER DIAGNOSTICS This section is intended to aid the user in solving common problems that may occur while using the UPC. PROBLEM Incorrect or illogical operation, PROBABLE CAUSE: or: program values invalid, UPC memory has become corrupt. or: "NO PROGRAM RUNNING", NOTE: “NO PROGRAM RUNNING”...
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SECTION 9 DIAGNOSTICS USER DIAGNOSTICS (cont’d) PROBLEM ERROR Message states PROBABLE CAUSE: RMS content of selected Waveform is not great enough to "ERROR - PROGRAMMED OUTPUT produce programmed voltage, requiring more system gain VOLTAGE VALUE EXCEEDS OUTPUT than is available. VOLTAGE RANGE.
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SECTION 9 DIAGNOSTICS USER DIAGNOSTICS (cont’d) PROBLEM KEYS do not respond at all. PROBABLE CAUSE: Keyboard is locked SUGGESTED CURE: Press fn and EDIT keys to unlock keyboard (4.6.3.8). PROBLEM UPC does not respond to the GPIB PROBABLE CAUSE #1: The front panel display does not show the V/I meter display.
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SECTION 9 DIAGNOSTICS USER DIAGNOSTICS (cont’d) PROBLEM UPC does not respond to PROBABLE CAUSE #1: serial port commands The front panel display does not show the V/I meter display. . Remote access is not available during Edit or Setup responds with a functions.
SECTION 10 SERIAL REMOTE INTERFACE SECTION 10 SERIAL REMOTE INTERFACE OPTION SERIAL REMOTE INTERFACE OPTION This section describes using the optional Serial Remote Interface of the UPC. This section is intended to be used in conjunction with (5.0) of this Operation Manual. 10.1 GENERAL The Serial Remote Interface may replace the IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface as an option in the UPC.
SECTION 10 SERIAL REMOTE INTERFACE 10.3 INSTALLATION Installation of the Serial Interface is generally performed at the factory. This involves removing the standard IEEE-488 interface PCB assembly and rear panel connector/cable and installing the serial interface assembly and rear panel connector/cable. INTERFACE PCB DIP Switch S1-5 must be set to ON to indicate that the Serial Interface has been installed.
SECTION 10 SERIAL REMOTE INTERFACE 10.5.2 FUNCTIONAL EXCEPTIONS Some functions applicable with the IEEE-488 interface are NOT applicable with the Serial Interface: All IEEE-488.1 interface functions (5.6.1). IEEE-488.2 commands: *SRE and *SRE?, are ignored, as Service Requests and Serial Polls are not applicable (5.5.3.1).
SECTION 10 SERIAL REMOTE INTERFACE 10.7 PHYSICAL CONNECTIONS Connection to the UPC Serial interface is made via a DB-25 connector on the rear panel of the UPC SCU or POWER SOURCE. This connector replaces the GPIB (IEEE-488) connector. UPC Pinouts: (For connection to IBM-PC type DB-25) PIN 1 CHASSIS GROUND...