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Associated Research HypotULTRA 7820 Operation And Service Manual

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AC/DC (500VA) HIPOT WITH INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTER, CONTINUITY
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AC HIPOT WITH CONTINUITY TESTER AND USB/RS-232 INTERFACE on 7820
OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
MODEL 7820 HypotULTRA
MODEL 7850 HypotULTRA
MODEL 7800 HypotULTRA
Electrical Safety Compliance Analyzer
TESTER, AND USB/RS-232 INTERFACE on 7800
USB/RS-232 INTERFACE on 7850
SERIAL NUMBER
Models 7820, 7850, 7800
Item 39658, Ver 1.06
Printed July 20, 2017
28105 North Keith Dr. - Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA
T. 1-847-367-4077 F. 1-847-367-4080
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  • Page 1 AC HIPOT WITH CONTINUITY TESTER AND USB/RS-232 INTERFACE on 7820 SERIAL NUMBER Models 7820, 7850, 7800 Item 39658, Ver 1.06 Printed July 20, 2017 Associated Research 28105 North Keith Dr. - Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA T. 1-847-367-4077 F. 1-847-367-4080 info@arisafety.com www.arisafety.com...

  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Mercury (Hg), Cadmium (Cd), Hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI)), Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE), Deca-BDE included. Last two digits of the year in which the CE marking was affixed: 14 The technical file and other documentation are on file with Associated Research, Inc. _____________________ Joseph Guerriero, President Associated Research, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................... 1 1.1. Warranty Policies ................1 1.2. Safety Symbols ................... 3 Product Marking Symbols ............3 Caution and Warning Symbols ........... 3 1.3. Safety ....................3 Service and Maintenance ............4 Test Station ................. 5 Test Operator ................

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4.5.2 Set Time .................. 50 4.5.3 Date Format ................50 4.5.4 Time Format ................51 Calibration Alert ................52 User Interface ................55 4.7.1 Results ..................55 4.7.2 Touch Sound ................57 4.7.3 Alarm Volume ................57 4.7.4 Language ................. 58 4.7.5 Home Screen ................

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Remote Signal Inputs and Memory Access ......... 132 Bus Remote Interface GPIB/USB/RS-232 ..........135 USB/RS-232 Interface ..............135 GPIB Interface ................136 8.2.1 GPIB Connector ..............136 8.2.2 GPIB Address ................ 137 Interface Functions ..............137 USB/RS-232 / GPIB Interface Command List ......139 Options ......................

  • Page 6: Introduction

    All Associated Research instruments include the opportunity to extend the standard warranty for up to a period of 5 years. Returning instruments to Associated Research for their annual calibration and inspection will extend the instrument’s warranty for an additional year. This warranty is extendable for up to five years and annual returns must be made in succession starting one year after the original purchase date.
  • Page 7 Elimination of any connections in the earth grounding system or bypassing any safety systems will void this warranty. This warranty does not cover accessories not of Associated Research, Inc. manufacture. Parts used must be parts that are recommended by Associated Research, Inc. as an acceptable specified part. Use of non-authorized parts in the repair of this instrument will void the warranty.

  • Page 8: Safety Symbols

    1.2. Safety Symbols Product Marking Symbols Product will be marked with this symbol when it is necessary to refer to the operation and service manual in order to prevent injury or equipment damage. S’il vous plaît se référer au manuel d’instructions de mise en garde ou information sur la prudence pour éviter des blessures ou des dommages au produit Product will be marked with this symbol when hazardous voltages may be present.

  • Page 9: Service And Maintenance

    LAKE FOREST, IL 60045-4546 U.S.A. FAX: 1 (847) 367-4080 E-MAIL: info@asresearch.com Service Interval Associated Research, Inc. will not be held liable for injuries suffered if the instrument is not properly maintained and safety checked annually. See section 1.1. Warranty Policies for more information.

  • Page 10: Test Station

    Test Station Location Select an area away from the mainstream of activity where employees do not walk while performing their normal duties. If this is not practical because of production line flow, then the area should be roped off and marked for HIGH VOLTAGE TESTING. No employees other than test operators should be allowed inside.
  • Page 11 skilled worker trained in its use. The operator should understand the electrical fundamentals of voltage, current, and resistance. Cet instrument produit des tensions et des courants qui peuvent causer des chocs électriques dangereux ou mortel et ne doivent être exploitées par un travailleur qualifié...
  • Page 12 KEY SAFETY POINTS TO Medical Restrictions REMEMBER Inform personnel with heart ailments or devices such as pacemakers that the Keep unqualified and voltages and currents generated by the unauthorized personnel away instrument are very dangerous. If from the test area. contacted, the instrument may cause heart- Arrange the test station in a safe related problems.

  • Page 13: Key Features Of The Hypotultra

    1.4. Key Features of the HypotULTRA Alerts the operator that the machine is due for CAL-ALERT calibration in advance of the calibration due date. Two test modes allow for a basic Continuity test to be performed simultaneously with the Hipot test, TWO CONTINUITY TEST or a stand-alone Continuity test to be performed MODES...
  • Page 14 Two standard 9 pin interfaces provide outputs for PASS, FAIL, RESET and TEST IN PROCESS PLC REMOTE INPUTS & signals. Inputs include TEST, INTERLOCK, RESET and remote recall of MEMORIES 1 – 10. OUTPUTS This allows you to operate the HypotULTRA through simple PLC relay control.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Introduction This section contains information for the unpacking, inspection, preparation for use and storage of your Associated Research, Inc. product. Unpacking and Inspection 2.1.1 Packaging Your instrument ships in a custom foam insulated container. If the shipping carton is damaged, inspect the contents for visible damage such as dents, scratches or a broken display.

  • Page 16: Contents Of The Carton

    Contents of the Carton Inside the carton should be the following: DESCRIPTION AR PART NUMBER HypotULTRA Instrument 7820, 7850, 7800 High Voltage Cable 04040A-08 Return Cable 02100A-13 (Qty.2) USB Cable 39066 Fuse 37780 Line Cord* 33189 Standard Adapter Box* 36544 Standard 2U Rack Mount Handle 38794 (Qty 2) 2U Rack Mount Bracket...

  • Page 17: Power Requirements

    fournir le courant d’entrée nécessaires à la source d’alimentation . Assurez-vous que la sortie a été testé pour le câblage avant de brancher l’instrument à elle. The mains plug is used as the disconnecting device and shall remain readily operable. The socket-outlet shall be installed. Near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

  • Page 18: Basic Connections

    nominale ou plus actuelle plus de 10 A à 16 A) , et la longueur du cordon ne doit pas excéder 2 m doit être utilisé . Do not switch the line voltage selector switch located on the rear panel while the instrument is on or operating. This may cause internal damage and represents a safety risk to the operator.

  • Page 19: Environmental Conditions

    Any conductor that completes a path between the high voltage and earth ground will form a completed circuit. 2.2.4 Environmental Conditions This equipment is intended for indoor use only. The equipment has been evaluated according to Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2 as specified in IEC 664. Operate this instrument in environments with the following limits: Temperature…....

  • Page 20: Specifications And Controls

    SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTROLS HypotULTRA Functional Specifications, 7820, 7850 and 7800 INPUT 100 – 120Vac / 200 – 240VAC±10% Auto Range Voltage Frequency 50/60Hz ± 5% 7820 and 7850: 6.3A / 250VAC Slow-Blow, Fuse 7800: 15A / 250VAC Fast- Blow AC WITHSTAND VOLTAGE Range Resolution Accuracy...
  • Page 21 1 – 9 ranges (9 = highest sensitivity) Arc Detection Fixed Range 0.000-3.500 0.001 LO-Limit (Total), ± (2% of setting + 2 counts) current, mA 3.51-30.00 0.01 DC WITHSTAND VOLTAGE (7850 and 7800 only) Output Voltage, DC 0 -6000 ± (2% of setting + 5V) <4 %（6KV/10mA at Resistive Load）...
  • Page 22 DC Mode 0.75µF < 2KV 0.04µF < 5KV 0.5µF < 3KV 0.015uF < 6KV Current: DC 0.1 A ± 0.01A, fixed Ground Continuity Current Max. Ground Resistance: 1.0 Ω ± 0.1Ω 0.0 – 10000uA *(Total current + current offset ≤10mA) Current Offset 1 –...
  • Page 23 SETTINGS 0.000 -1.000 0.001 1.01-10.00 0.01 ± (1% of setting + 3 counts) Max-Lmt, Ω 10.1-100.0 101-1000 1001-10000 ± (1% of setting + 10 counts) 0.000 -1.000 0.001 1.01-10.00 0.01 ± (1% of setting + 3 counts) 10.1-100.0 Min-Lmt, Ω 101-1000 1001-10000 ±...
  • Page 24 3.50 – 10.00 DC 0.01 (3.80 – 14.14 Peak) 10 – 29V 0.05–999.9, ±(15% of reading+2 counts) 500-F6000V 30 – 499V 499V 0.05–999.9, ±(7% of reading+2 counts) 0.100-9.999 Resistance, MΩ (IR) 0.100- (1.000-9.999 500 – 6000V 0.001 1.999 setting>1000V) 2.00- 0.05–999.9, 10.00-99.99 0.01...
  • Page 25 ± (2% of reading + 2 counts) Additional error when reading 0.00 – 10.00 0.01 < 6% of range. ± (0.2% of range)
  • Page 26 GENERAL SPECIFICATION Safety Agency Listing CE, cTUVus, EN50191(Models 7804,7820,7850), RoHS2 Input: Test, Reset, Interlock, Recall File 1 through 3(Standard), Recall File 1 through 7(Option). Hardware Interlock- Direct control sine wave and amplifier relay off when Interlock signal is disable. PLC Remote Control Output:- Pass, Fail, Test-in-Process (Output relay contact ratings is 1AAC/125VAC, 0.5ADC/30VDC 2000 steps...

  • Page 27: Instrument Controls

    Instrument Controls 3.2.1 Front Panel Controls (7820, 7850 and 7800) 1. RESET BUTTON: Resets the instrument. If a failure condition occurs during a test, pressing this button will reset the system, shut off the alarm and clear the failure condition. You must press the Reset button before performing another test or changing any of the setup parameters.
  • Page 28 6. CONTINUITY OUTPUT TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the return test lead, adaptor box return lead, or test fixture return lead used during Continuity testing. 7. RETURN TERMINAL: Connector used to attach the return test lead, adapter box return lead or test fixture return lead to the instrument. This connection provides the return current path.

  • Page 29: Rear Panel Controls (7820, 7850 And 7800)

    3.2.2 Rear Panel Controls (7820, 7850 and 7800) BUS INTERFACE: Standard connector for interconnection to the USB/RS-232 Bus interface. You can substitute an Optional IEEE 488 or Ethernet interface for the USB/RS-232. CALIBRATION BUTTON: To put the instrument into the calibration mode push this button and turn on the power switch simultaneously.
  • Page 30 REAR PANEL HIGH VOLTAGE OUTPUT TERMINAL: 2 high voltage output connector in parallel with the front panel connector. REAR PANEL RETURN TERMINAL: 2 return output connector in parallel with the front panel connector. REAR PANEL CONTINUITY OUTPUT TERMINAL: 2 continuity output connector in parallel with the front panel output.

  • Page 31: Programming Instructions

    PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 Using the Touch Screen The touch screen display of the HypotULTRA provides full control of the instrument. Use the he touch screen to setup system and test parameters as well as security setup and calibration. HypotULTRA’s touch screen functions just like any other touch screen.
  • Page 32 Use the Perform Tests key to navigate to the Perform Tests screen: Touch The various screens of the HypotULTRA will display icons and parameters. Touch the appropriate icon or parameter with the fingertip as shown in the image below:...
  • Page 33 Scroll and Swipe A scroll bar on the right side of the screen indicates that there are additional parameters or features. To scroll up and down between parameters touch the screen anywhere scroll upward or downward. Swipe left to right in order to change parameters when setting up test or system values: Drag and Drop You can drag and drop test files and steps on certain HypotULTRA screens.

  • Page 35: Power Up

    4.2 Power Up The HypotULTRA automatically defaults to the main menu screen upon power up. The main menu screen will appear as follows: The default screen is the main menu screen of the instrument. From this screen you can access all the functions and settings of the instrument: Setup System –...

  • Page 36: Setup System

    4.3 Setup System From the default main menu touch the Setup System icon to enter the Setup System sub menu. This is where all System Parameters are edited: Default System Parameters HypotULTRA comes from the factory with the following system presets: SYSTEM PARAMETERS Setup PLC Remote...
  • Page 37 All memories and steps are loaded with the ACW default parameters and the System parameters are set to the factory defaults. The default system parameters are as follows: Setup PLC Remote Single Step Sys. Fail Stop Results Last Address (GPIB only) Smart GFI Results Last...

  • Page 38: Hardware

    4.4 Hardware The Hardware menu contains important system parameters which you must set prior to performing tests. Touch the Hardware icon and the following screen will appear: You can scroll the touchscreen downward to see the remaining Hardware parameters. Upon scrolling down the remaining items appear as follows: 4.4.1 Smart GFI The high voltage power supply of the HypotULTRA is internally referenced to earth ground.

  • Page 39: Plc Remote

    directly from the high voltage output to earth ground without being measured. The SmartGFI (Ground Fault Interrupt) circuit monitors the current between the high voltage output and earth ground. Therefore, if you touch the high voltage lead and earth ground, the instrument will detect this hazardous condition and shut off immediately.

  • Page 40: Single Step

    When the PLC remote is turned ON, the front panel TEST button is disabled and a you can only start a test through the rear panel I/O. If you attempt to start a test from the front panel TEST button when the PLC Remote function is turned “ON”, HypotULTRA displays a pop-up message.

  • Page 41: Fail Stop

    appear: You can set the Single Step function to ON or OFF. To set the Single Step, touch the ↵) ON/OFF key. To save the setting touch the enter key ( and move to the next parameter. 4.4.4 Fail Stop The next parameter in the Setup System menu is Fail Stop.

  • Page 42: Measurement

    You can set the Fail Stop function to ON or OFF. To set the Fail Stop function touch ↵) the ON/OFF key. To save the setting touch the enter key ( and move to the next parameter. 4.4.5 Measurement From the main Setup System menu touch the Measurement icon and the following screen will appear: You can set the Measurement function to either True RMS or Average.

  • Page 43: Barcode

    The ProVOLT function allows for maintaining, stepping up or stepping down the voltage output between steps without the voltage dropping to 0V. If ProVOLT = ON, the output voltage will not drop to 0V between test steps. Additional notes on the ProVOLT function: Test steps must be of the same test type (ACW, DCW, IR or –DCW).
  • Page 44 The Barcode function allows you to connect a barcode scanner directly to the front panel of the instrument’s barcode port. This is utilized to enter product and serial number information for testing. To use this function, plug a USB type barcode reader into the barcode port on the front panel of the instrument.
  • Page 45 If the USB barcode device is removed while the instrument is powered on, the following message will appear: There are two options under Barcode, Barcode I/P and Autostart. Touch the Barcode I/P icon and the following screen will appear:...
  • Page 46 You can set the Barcode I/P function to OFF, SER/PROD, SERIAL #, PRODUCT # or RUN FILE. Select a value to set the Barcode I/P. For example if you touch the SERIAL # input another screen will appear: When the setting is SERIAL#, PRODUCT# or SER/PROD you can scan barcodes in the Perform Tests screen before the test is started.
  • Page 47 After the barcodes are scanned, pressing TEST will initiate the test sequence. Pressing RESET will abort the TEST sequence. The barcode function allows for the re-scanning of barcodes if the previously scanned barcode was incorrect. Re- scanning is available in the SERIAL#, PRODUCT# and SER/PROD modes. Any time...
  • Page 48 before a test is initiated; you can re-scan a barcode. If you decide to re-scan barcodes when the Barcode I/P setting is set to SER/PROD, the barcode function will first replace the data in the Serial Number field, and if you re-scan another barcode, the barcode function will replace the data in the Product Number field.

  • Page 49: Result Data

    Select USB disk if you wish to save the test results on an external USB flash drive. For best results use the USB flash drive provided by Associated Research. If Int. memory is selected the following screen will appear and this where you can set...
  • Page 50 Select PASS to save the results of the steps that passed. Select FAIL to save the results of the steps that failed. Select ALL to save all the test results. Selecting NONE will not save any results to the internal memory. From the Results Data screen select Results Limit and the following screen will appear: You can set the Results Limit.
  • Page 51 The Time Limit allows you to set a time period in days for which the test results will be stored. After the Time Limit is exceeded no test results will be stored on the internal memory of the instrument and a warning pop-up message will appear at the end of a test alerting you “The time limit of the results has exceeded the Time Limit”.
  • Page 52 Enter a file name using the touchscreen keypad. This will assign a name to the results file on the USB disk. Once you enter a file name the next screen is for the Test Results. Select PASS to save the results of the steps that passed. Select FAIL to save the results of the steps that failed.

  • Page 54: Time And Date

    4.5 Time and Date The next parameter in the System Setup is the Time and Date parameter. Touch the screen on the Time and Date icon and the following screen will appear: From this screen you can set the time and date and edit the display format. 4.5.1 Set Date Touch the Set Date icon and the following screen will appear: Use the touchscreen numeric keypad to enter a value for the date, month and year.

  • Page 55: Set Time

    4.5.2 Set Time The next parameter under Time and Date menu is the Set Time. Touch the Set Time icon and the following screen will appear: Use the touchscreen numeric keypad to enter a value for the hour, minute and ↵) second.

  • Page 56: Time Format

    4.5.4 Time Format The next parameter under the Time and Date menu is the Time Format. Touch the Time Format icon and the following screen will appear: ↵) Select the time format and the enter key ( will appear. Touch the enter key to save the value and move to the next parameter under the Time and Date menu.

  • Page 57: Calibration Alert

    4.6 Calibration Alert Calibration Alert is a feature that allows the instrument to give an advanced alert that the calibration for the instrument is coming due. Turning this parameter ON will activate the Cal Alert function and when the date matches the Alert Date, the instrument will display the Calibration Alert Warning screen upon power up: The Calibration Alert settings can be found in the Setup System screen.
  • Page 58 ↵) Select the value and the enter key ( will appear. Touch the enter key to save the value and move to the next parameter under the Calibration Alert menu. Use the Prev and Next arrows to toggle between different fields under the Calibration Alert menu. Calibration Due Date and Alert Date We recommended that calibration is performed at least once a year.
  • Page 59 Calibration Due Date. After a calibration is performed, the Alert Date is automatically set 11 months after the Calibration Date. For example, if the calibration is performed on 12/15/2014 the Alert Date will automatically be set to 11/15/2015. This parameter defaults to 11 months after the Calibration Date but you may overwrite to any advanced date.

  • Page 60: User Interface

    4.7 User Interface The next parameter in the Setup System menu is the User Interface parameter. Touch the User Interface icon and the following screen will appear: 4.7.1 Results The next parameter under User Interface is Results. This allows you to set the results display after a test sequence has been run.
  • Page 61 displayed in this mode: When P/F is selected, a Pass or Fail screen will be displayed at the end of the test. The Pass and Fail screens will appear as follows: ↵) Touch the screen to select the value and the enter key ( to save the selection and move to the next parameter.

  • Page 62: Touch Sound

    4.7.2 Touch Sound The next parameter under the User Interface is Touch Sound. Select Touch Sound icon and choose between ON and OFF. If Touch Sounds = ON, the instrument will emit a short audible beep anytime the screen is touched. ↵) Upon selecting a value the enter key ( will appear.

  • Page 63: Language

    4.7.4 Language The next parameter under User Interface is Language selection. Select Language from the touchscreen and choose the desired language. The available languages on the HypotULTRA instrument are English, Chinese, Simplified Chinese, German, French, Turkish, Portuguese and Spanish. ↵) Upon selecting a language the enter key ( will appear.

  • Page 64: Color Style

    ↵) Upon selecting a value the enter key ( will appear. Touch the enter key to save the value and move to the next field. 4.7.6 Color Style The next parameter under User Interface is Color Style. This allows you to change the color style of the touch screen.
  • Page 65 The Dual Remote Test Switch option allows you to configure dual palm switches for safe production line operation. To activate the dual test capability, you must access the Setup System Menu from the Main Menu screen. Once at the Setup System screen press the “Hardware” soft key.

  • Page 66: Information

    4.8 Information The last parameter under Setup System is Information. Select the Information icon and the following screen will appear: This gives you the ability to view all instrument information including: Model Number, Serial Number, Calibration Date, Company Information and Firmware Version.

  • Page 67: Import And Export System And Test Data

    4.9 Import and Export System and Test Data The HypotULTRA has the capability of importing and exporting system and test file data. To use this feature insert a compatible USB disk into the Data port on the front panel. Once you insert a USB disk, from the main menu select the Setup System icon. Two additional icons will appear at the bottom of the Setup System screen.
  • Page 68 System – Import System file One File – Import a single Test file System and All Files – Import System and all Test files All Files – Import all Test files For example if you decide to import a single test file select Import One File and all the test files that are on the USB disk will be displayed.
  • Page 69 Export Select the Export icon and the following screen will appear: There are four different export options available. All the options will export the appropriate files into the connected USB disk: System – Export all System Settings One File – Export a single Test file System and All Files –...
  • Page 70 If the Test file with the same name already exists on the USB disk the following message will appear: If you select System, System and All Files or All Files an additional screen will appear requiring a file name:...

  • Page 71: Security

    4.10 SECURITY From the Main Menu select Security and the following screen will appear: The first option under Security allows you to set Security to ON or OFF. Select Security using the touchscreen keypad and choose between ON or OFF and the enter ↵) key ( will appear:...
  • Page 72 The next option under security is User Setup where multiple users can be added and assigned different privileges. To add a user select User Setup from the Security screen and the following screen will appear: To add a user, select the Add User icon and the following screen will appear where an alpha-numerical user ID can be entered and saved:...
  • Page 73 After the User ID is entered, the next screen will ask for entering a Password for the newly added User ID: Using the numeric keypad enter a password for the newly created User ID. After the password is entered another screen will appear to confirm the password. Once you confirm the password the next screen will display the Security Level options for the newly added User ID.
  • Page 74 The security level descriptions are as follows: Security Level Description Full System In this mode you have full access level to all instrument setup parameters as well as system configuration and security levels. Access at this level should be restricted to System Administrators Edit Setup In this mode you can load files and edit test parameters.
  • Page 75 Only, you may only start at test step 1. Once a user has been successfully added the User Setup screen will display the newly added user. From this screen the user settings can be edited: Security – Forgotten Password If you have forgotten your password you may access all security functions by typing in the number “8000”...

  • Page 76: Failchek

    4.11 FAILCHEK FAILCHEK is the process by which an instrument’s failure detectors are proven to be functioning properly. Safety agencies such as CSA, UL and TÜV require checking the failure detection circuitry of the electrical safety instrument. NOTE: You should perform this process at the beginning of each day or each shift, before testing has begun.
  • Page 77 instrument to start the test. If the FAILCHEK test passes, the following screen will appear: If the FAILCHEK test fails, the following screen will appear:...

  • Page 78: Ac Hipot Failchek

    4.11.2 AC Hipot FAILCHEK To perform an AC Hipot FAILCHEK, touch the AC Hipot icon and the following screen will appear: Follow the instructions on the screen. Press the Test button on the front panel of the instrument to start the test. If the FAILCHEK test passes, the following screen will appear: If the FAILCHEK test fails, the following screen will appear:...

  • Page 79: Dc Hipot Failchek

    4.11.3 DC Hipot FAILCHEK To perform a DC Hipot FAILCHEK, touch the DC Hipot icon and the following screen will appear: Follow the instructions on the screen. Press the Test button on the front panel of the instrument to start the test. If the FAILCHEK test passes, the following screen will appear:...

  • Page 80: Ir Failchek

    If the FAILCHEK test fails, the following screen will appear: 4.11.4 IR FAILCHEK To perform an IR FAILCHEK, touch the IR icon and the following screen will appear:...
  • Page 81 Follow the instructions on the screen. Press the Test button on the front panel of the instrument to start the test. If the FAILCHEK test passes, the following screen will appear: If the FAILCHEK test fails, the following screen will appear:...

  • Page 82: Test Parameters

    4.12 Test Parameters This section details the various test parameter descriptions. For information on setting up test sequences, refer to section 5. 4.12.1 Description of Test Parameters This section details each test parameter and test parameter description. Voltage: The voltage that is applied to the high voltage and return terminals during a test.
  • Page 83 Frequency: This parameter is available in AC testing only. You can toggle between 50 and 60 Hz (you can also toggle between 400/800Hz if this option is installed). Continuity: This function checks for a connection between the Cont. Check and Return lead.

  • Page 84: Default Test Parameters

    4.12.2 Default Test Parameters Each of the test types (AC Withstand, DC Withstand, Insulation Resistance and Continuity) have specific default test parameters that automatically load when you select the test from the Parameter Edit screen. The following table is a listing of the Default Parameters for each of the different types of tests that are available in the HypotULTRA.

  • Page 85: Additional Parameter Notes And Functions

    TEST TYPE PARAMETER VALUE Scanner OOOOOOOO Prompt CONT Max-Lmt 10.00 Min-Lmt 0.00 Dwell 1.0s Offset 0.00 Scanner 00000000 4.12.3 Additional Parameter Notes and Functions Real Current The AC Real Current function allows you to monitor only the real portion of the leakage current and ignore any reactive components due to capacitance in the device under test.
  • Page 86 test cables may not be connected properly. The instrument can set the Charge-LO parameter manually or automatically. To manually set the Charge-LO current, use the touchscreen keypad to enter the value. To automatically set the Charge-LO current select the Charge-LO parameter and connect all test leads to the DUT as you would when performing an actual DCW test.

  • Page 87: Setup Tests

    SETUP TESTS This section of the manual details how to setup a test sequence. From the Main Menu select Setup Tests and the following screen will appear: Touch the Add File icon and the following screen will appear: ↵) Enter a name for the new file using the touchscreen keypad and use the enter key ( to save the name and move to the next screen.
  • Page 88 Touch the Add Step icon to enter the test parameters screen. In this screen, you select the test type and program and save all the relevant test parameters.

  • Page 89: Continuity Test

    Continuity Test Touch Test Type icon and the following screen will appear: ↵) Select CONT. for a Continuity test and use the enter key ( to save the selection and move on to the first Continuity test parameter, Max Lmt: Using the numeric keypad enter a value for the Max Limit within the specified range ↵) shown on the screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 90 Using the numeric keypad enter a value for the Min Limit within the specified range ↵) shown on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the value and move on to the next test parameter, Dwell Time: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Dwell Time within the specified range ↵) shown on the screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 91 The Offset value can be measured automatically or entered manually. To perform an auto offset short the Cont. Check and the Return test leads and press the TEST button on the front panel. The instrument will display Reading on the screen when the performing the auto offset.
  • Page 92 You can add a prompt message before each test step. Use the touchscreen keypad to ↵) enter the prompt message and use the enter key ( to save the entry and return back to the Test Type.

  • Page 93: Ac Withstand Test

    AC Withstand Test Touch Test Type icon and the following screen will appear: ↵) Touch ACW for the test type and use the enter key ( to save the Test Type and move to the next test parameter, Voltage: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the voltage in the specified range on the ↵) screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test...
  • Page 94 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Hi-Limit Total in the specified range ↵) on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Lo-Limit Total: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Lo-Limit Total in the specified range ↵) on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test...
  • Page 95 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Hi-Limit Real in the specified range ↵) on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Lo-Limit Real: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Lo-Limit Real in the specified range ↵) on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test...
  • Page 96 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Ramp Up time in the specified range ↵) on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Dwell Time: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Dwell time in the specified range on ↵) the screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 97 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Ramp Down time in the specified ↵) range on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Arc Detect: Use the touchscreen keypad to set Arc Detect to either ON or OFF and use the enter ↵) key (...
  • Page 98 If you set Arc Detection to ON, the Arc Sense is used to set the sensitivity for the Arc Detection function. Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Arc Sense in the ↵) specified range on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Offset: You can only set Tthe Offset value by performing the auto offset.
  • Page 99 There are two options for setting the frequency of the applied voltage for an ACW test. ↵) Use the touchscreen keypad to select between 50Hz or 60Hz. Use the enter key ( save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Continuity: The Continuity function within an ACW test is a basic ground continuity check that can be set to ON or OFF.
  • Page 100 The Range can be set to Auto or Fixed. Using the touchscreen keypad set the Range ↵) and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Int Scanner: The Internal Scanner option is available on the HypotULTRA. See the Options section for more information.
  • Page 101 A prompt message can be added before each test step. Use the touchscreen keypad ↵) to enter the prompt message and use the enter key ( to save the entry and return back to the Test Type.

  • Page 102: Dc Withstand Test (7850 & 7800 Only)

    DC Withstand Test (7850 & 7800 only) Touch Test Type icon and the following screen will appear: ↵) Select DCW for the test type and use the enter key ( to save the Test Type and move to the next test parameter, Voltage: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the voltage in the specified range on the ↵) screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 103 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Hi-Limit in the specified range on the ↵) screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Lo-Limit: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Lo-Limit in the specified range on the ↵) screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test...
  • Page 104 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Ramp Up time in the specified range ↵) on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Dwell Time: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Dwell time in the specified range on ↵) the screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 105 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Ramp Down time in the specified ↵) range on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Charge-Lo: You can set the Charge-Lo parameter automatically or manually. To perform an auto Charge-Lo, connect the DUT and all the test leads as needed to perform a real test.
  • Page 106 Using the touchscreen keypad set Arc Detect to either ON or OFF and use the enter ↵) key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Arc Sense: If you set the Arc Detection to ON, the instrument uses the Arc Sense to set the sensitivity for the Arc Detection function.
  • Page 107 To perform an auto offset disconnect the DUT and leave all the test leads open. Press the test button on the front panel. The instrument will display Reading on the screen when performing the auto offset. Once the instrument is has finished performing the auto offset it will display the numeric value on the screen and will be automatically saved.
  • Page 108 The Continuity function within a DCW test is a basic ground continuity check that can be set to ON or OFF. Use the touchscreen keypad to set the Continuity function and ↵) use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Range: You can set the Range to Auto or Fixed.
  • Page 109 The Internal Scanner option is available on the HypotULTRA. See the Options section for more information. To set the scanner channels use the back (<) and forward (>) arrows to select scanner channels and set the channels to either High (H), Low (L) or Open (O). Use ↵) the enter key ( to save the values and move on to the next test parameter, Prompt:...

  • Page 110: Insulation Resistance Test (7850 And 7800 Only)

    Insulation Resistance Test (7850 and 7800 only) Touch Test Type icon and the following screen will appear: ↵) Select IR for the test type and use the enter key ( to save the Test Type and move to the next test parameter, Voltage: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the voltage in the specified range on the ↵) screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 111 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Hi-Limit in the specified range on the ↵) screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Lo-Limit: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Hi-Limit in the specified range on the ↵) screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test...
  • Page 112 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Ramp Up time in the specified range ↵) on the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Delay Time: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Delay time in the specified range on ↵) the screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 113 Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Dwell time in the specified range on ↵) the screen and use the enter key ( to save the entry and move to the next test parameter, Ramp Down time: Use the numeric keypad to enter a value for the Ramp Down time in the specified ↵) range on the screen and use the enter key (...
  • Page 114 You can choose to set the Charge-Lo parameter automatically or manually. To perform an auto Charge-Lo connect the DUT and all the test leads as needed to perform a real test. Press the test button on the front panel. The instrument will display Reading on the screen when performing the auto Charge-Lo.
  • Page 115 You can add a prompt message before each test step. Use the touchscreen keypad to ↵) enter the prompt message and use the enter key ( to save the entry and return back to the Test Type.

  • Page 116: View Test Files

    View Test Files Once you have programmed and saved all tests, navigate to the Main Menu. Select the Setup Tests icon and select the test file that you previously created. The screen should display all tests that you have programmed in this test file. For example: 5.5.1 Edit Test Files Once you have programmed and saved all test files you can edit these files from the...
  • Page 117 Select the test file and choose the operation you wish to perform from the following: Save – Make changes to an existing test file and save the changes. Save As – Edit an existing test file and save the test file with a different name. Rename –...

  • Page 118: Perform Tests

    PERFORM TESTS Instrument Connections You may connect the test leads and the adaptor box to the receptacles located on the front or back of HypotULTRA. These receptacles are wired in parallel and you can use either depending upon the application. 6.1.1 Connecting the Test Leads The instrument comes with all cables necessary to perform a Hipot and Continuity test.
  • Page 119 From the main menu select the Perform Test icon and the Perform Test screen will appear: This screen will display the first test that was saved in the test file. If there are multiple test files saved in the instrument select the Load icon and all the test files will be displayed: You can select the test file and the first test step in the selected test file will be displayed.
  • Page 120 Continuity Test When you load a Continuity test into the Perform Test screen, press the green Test button on the front panel of the HypotULTRA to execute the test. When the Continuity test is running the following screen will appear: At the end of the Continuity test the following screen will appear if the test is a pass: If the test fails for Hi Limit the following screen will appear:...
  • Page 122 AC Withstand Test When you load an ACW test into the Perform Test screen, press the green Test button on the front panel of the HypotULTRA to execute the test. When the ACW test is running the following screen will appear: At the end of the ACW test the following screen will appear if the test is a pass:...
  • Page 123 There are several types of failures that can occur during an ACW test. You can find the description of each failure type can be found in the section 4.6.1 Error Messages.

  • Page 124: Dc Withstand Test

    DC Withstand Test Once you load a DCW test into the Perform Test screen the following screen will appear: Press the green Test button on the front panel of the HypotULTRA to execute the DCW test. If you programmed a long enough Ramp Up the following screen will appear displaying the ramp up phase of the test: After the ramp up phase the instrument will display the dwell period:...
  • Page 125 After the dwell phase is over, if you programmed a Ramp Down time the following screen will appear: After the Ramp Down phase the test will end and if there were no failures, the following screen will appear:...
  • Page 126 The following screen shows a Hi-Limit failure that can occur during a DCW test. Refer to section 6.6 for a description of failure messages:...

  • Page 127: Insulation Resistance Test

    Insulation Resistance Test Once you load an Insulation Resistance tests into the Perform Test screen, press the green Test button on the front panel of the HypotULTRA to execute the test. The first screen to appear will display the Delay phase of the test: The next screen to appear once the Delay phase is over will display the Dwell period;...

  • Page 129: Error Messages

    Error Messages Abort: This message appears on the display if you abort the test in process with the RESET button or remote Reset control. HI-Limit: This message appears on the display if the DUT measurement exceeds the HI-Limit setting of any parameter. LO-Limit: This message appears on the display if the DUT measurement drops below the LO-Limit Max-Lmt: This message appears on the display if the DUT measurement exceeds the...
  • Page 130 at the Output Error screen. If the instrument has an output problem when the TEST button is pressed, the Output Error screen will appear as follows: The RESET button is not active in this situation. Only the EXIT key will allow you to return to the Perform Test screen.

  • Page 131: Meters

    Meters The Perform Test screen of the HypotULTRA has several different meters depending on the type of test you are performing. You can arrange these meters as desired. You can also tie these meters to the user security setup. The drag and drop feature of the instrument allows you to set large and small meters.

  • Page 132: Results Screens

    Results Screens After a test has completed the Results icon will be available on the screen. For example: Select the Results icon to enter the results screen. The Results screen will appear as follows: The Results screen allows you to view the results of the last test step the instrument performed and the results of the previously performed tests.
  • Page 133 Select Int. Memory to view all the test results stored on the internal memory of the instrument. Scroll down to view all the test results: Touch and hold any test step result on the previous screen and a new screen will pop...
  • Page 134 From this screen you can transfer All results to a USB disk, delete All results or delete a single result. To transfer results to a USB disk select the Transfer icon and a new pop up screen will appear where a file name must be entered for the results file. The results will be saved on the USB disk with this file name: Once you assign and save a file name the following screen will appear showing the transfer status:...
  • Page 135 Once the results file transfer is complete a message will appear on the screen confirming the successful transfer along with the results file name that was previously assigned: Selecting Delete All function will simply delete all the test results from the internal memory.

  • Page 136: Connection Of Remote I/O

    CONNECTION OF REMOTE I/O 7 IO IOI/O Two 9-pin “D” type connectors mounted on the rear panel provide REMOTE-INPUT- OUTPUT control and information. These connectors mate with a standard 9 pin D- sub-miniature connector provided by the user. The output mates to a male (plug) connector while the input mates to a female (receptacle) connector.

  • Page 137: Remote Signal Inputs And Memory Access

    indicates what conditions activate each pin. When a terminal becomes active the relay closes thereby allowing the external voltage to operate an external device. Pins 1 and 2 provide the PASS signal. Pins 3 and 4 provide the FAIL signal. Pins 5 and 6 provide the PROCESSING signal.
  • Page 138 RESET switch remains active even when you connect a remote reset switch so that high voltage can be shut down from either location. The Remote File Select function gives you the capability to quickly change parameters and initiate a test remotely. You can access Ten pre-programmed test files by connecting pins 1, 6, 8 and 9 to the common pin 7, in different combinations.
  • Page 139 NE PAS CONNECTER TENSION OU DE COURANT AUX ENTRÉES DE SIGNAL, CELA POURRAIT PROVOQUER DES DOMMAGES AU CIRCUIT DE CONTRÔLE Remote Interlock HypotULTRA is equipped with a Remote Interlock feature. Remote Interlock utilizes a set of closed contacts to enable the instrument’s output. If the Remote Interlock contacts are open the output of the instrument will be disabled.

  • Page 140: Bus Remote Interface Gpib/Usb/Rs-232

    BUS REMOTE INTERFACE GPIB/USB/RS-232 This section provides information on the proper use and configuration of the bus remote interface. The USB/RS-232 remote interface is standard on the HypotULTRA but the GPIB (IEEE-488) interface option can be substituted for the USB/RS-232 interface.

  • Page 141: Gpib Interface

    8 data bits 1 stop bit No parity This interface does not support XON/XOFF protocol or any hardware handshaking. The controller should be configured to ignore the handshaking lines DTR (pin 4), DSR (pin 6) CTS (pin 8) and RTS (pin 7). If the port cannot be configured through software to ignore these lines the handshake lines should be jumpered together in two different sets.

  • Page 142: Gpib Address

    A maximum separation of 4 m between any two devices and an average separation of 2 m over the entire bus. A maximum total cable length of 20 m. No more than 15 device loads connected to each bus, with no less than two-thirds powered on.

  • Page 144: Usb/Rs-232 / Gpib Interface Command List

    USB/RS-232 / GPIB Interface Command List Echo and Response Considerations USB/RS-232 Responses The USB/RS-232 bus will automatically send any response back to the controller's input buffer. GPIB Queries and Responses The HypotULTRA GPIB bus will not send any data to the controller without being queried.
  • Page 145 Set the offset for the Continuity test. The cables and any test fixture should be connected before executing the command. This command will perform an actual test and all safety precautions should be observed when using this command. SACG Set the Charge-LO parameter for the DCW or IR test. The cables and any test fixture should be connected before executing the command.
  • Page 146 COMMAND DESCRIPTION VALUE Step Prompt Delete List Prompt LP nn List Prompt current (1) "Valid ASCII" is the character set that is available from the front panel LCD user interface. Consisting of upper case alphabet (A-Z), numbers (0-9) and decimal point (.), asterisk (*), dash (-), under bar (_), tilde (~) and space (SP).
  • Page 147 The parameter values for file editing commands should use complete text (i.e. "ON" and "OFF" or “Real” and “Total”) and not use the coded values that are associated with the test parameter setting commands discussed in Test Parameter Editing Commands and Companion Queries. The LS2? companion command will also list all parameters in complete text in the order as they appear in the following table, preceded by the step number.
  • Page 148 LO-Limit Total LO-Limit LO-Limit Dwell Ramp Up Ramp Up Ramp Up Offset Dwell Time Dwell Time Delay Time Ramp Down Ramp Down Ramp Down Internal Scanner (opt) Arc Sense Charge-LO Charge-LO External Scanner (opt) HI-Limit Real Arc Sense LO-Limit Real Ramp-HI Internal Scanner...
  • Page 149 DCW Test 1500 10000 AUTO ADD2 DCW,1500,10000,0.0,0.4,1.0,0.0,0.0,5,0.0,0.0,OFF,OFF,Auto,OFF Insulation Resistance Test 0.00 0.10 0.000 ADD2 IR,500,0.00,0.10,0.1,0.5,0.5,0.0,0.000 Continuity Test CONT. 1000 0.000 0.00 ADD2 CONT.,1000,0.000,1.0,0.00 Use the following example command string with tester that includes optional scanners channels. The BUS command follows similar structure to the ADD2 command string mentioned above.
  • Page 150 Removes or deletes the prompt that had been created for the active step. Test Parameter Editing Commands and Companion Queries These commands are used to modify the test parameter within each step. These commands require a parameter value to be included with the command. The companion query command will read the parameter.
  • Page 151 COMMAND NAME TEST VALUE TYPES EAD {1|0} Edit Arc-Detect 1= On, 0=Off EAD? EHT < value > Edit Hi-Lmt-T 0.000 - 30.00mA EHT? EHR < value > Edit HI-Limit-R 0.000 - 30.00mA EHR? EH < value > Edit HI-Limit 0.0 - 10000uA 0, 0.1 - 50000M...
  • Page 152 COMMAND NAME VALUE SML {1|0} Memory Lock 1= On, 0=Off SML? SSG2 n Smart GFI n=0, or 0.4 - 5mA SSG2? SR {2|1|0} Results 0=ALL, 1=P/F, 2=LAST SCA {1|0} Cal Alert 1= On, 0=Off SCA? SCDA < value > Cal Date mm,dd,yy or yy,mm,dd or SCDA? dd,mm,yy...
  • Page 153 COMMAND NAME VALUE SRF? Read USB.HU4 File Export System SEF n Export File n=001-2000 SMM n Home Screen n=0-2, 0=Perform Tests, SMM? 1=Menu, 2=My Menu SAN n Animation n=0-1 SAN? 0=Continue, 1=Pause SLA n Language n=0-7, SLA? 0=English, 1=Traditional Chinese 2=Simplified Chinese,3=Spanish 4=Portuguese, 5=Turkish 6=German, 7=French...
  • Page 154 COMMAND NAME VALUE Level: 0=Run Only, 1=Recall Setup, 2=Edit Step, 3=Full System SUD n User Delete n=1-5 SUE p,p,p,p User Edit Pointer,Name,Password,Level Pointer: 1-5 Name: 8 character max Password: 8 number max Level: 0=Run Only, 1=Recall Setup, 2=Edit Step, 3=Full System SM n Measurement n=0-1...
  • Page 155 COMMAND NAME VALUE List File Name Active selected memory LF nn? List File Name Active selected file List Prompt Active selected Step LP <step List Prompt by step number step number = 1-200 number>? LS2? List Step Parameters LS2 <step List Step Parameters by step step number = 1-200 number>?
  • Page 156 *IDN? command which can be used to retrieve the instrument identification information, and the four status reporting commands *ESR?, *ESE, *ESE? and *STB? COMMAND NAME DESCRIPTION *IDN? Identification Query Associated Research Inc., Model Number, Serial Number, Firmware Revision *RST Reset Command Resets HYPOTULTRA *TST? Self-Test Query...
  • Page 157 Service Request Enable Query 0 - 255 *IDN? Read the instrument identification string. Company = Associated Research Inc. *RST Reset the instrument to original power on configuration. Does not clear Enable register for Standard Summary Status or Standard Event Registers. Does not clear the output queue.
  • Page 158 is completed successfully. *OPC? Returns an ASCII "1" after the command is executed. *WAI After the command is executed, it prevents the instrument from executing any further query or commands until the no-operation-pending flag is TRUE. *PSC {1|0} Sets the power-on status clear bit. When set to 1 the Standard Event Enable register and Status Byte Enable registers will be cleared when power is turned ON.
  • Page 159 An Event register report defines conditions or messages at each bit. The bits are latched and remain at an active state until the register is either Read or Cleared. Reading the Event register automatically clears the register and sets all bits to inactive state or 0.
  • Page 160 After the serial poll (SPOLL) is executed the RQS bit will be cleared to 0, and the remaining bits will remain unchanged. The Status Byte will not change value until the event register is read and cleared for the corresponding Status Byte bit. For example after the All Pass SRQ has been enabled, when the test(s) have finished with pass indications the instrument will set the hardware SRQ line and output the Status Byte of 41 hex.

  • Page 161: Options

    OPTIONS Introduction This section contains a list and descriptions of available factory installed options at the time of this printing. The list of options contains an option code number that can be referenced on the data plate on the rear panel of the unit. Option Label On the rear panel of the instrument, you will find a label that contains the option code.
  • Page 162 02 Internal 4 Channel Scanner with Continuity This option is the same as Option 01, 8 Channel Scanner with Continuity, with the exception that the numbers of channels are limited to 4. The Scanner functions the same as the 8-channel option but the Scanner status display will only indicate the status of channels 1-4, even though all 8 channel indicators are displayed.
  • Page 163 0.350 - 4.000 DC 0.001 (0.380 - 5.657 Peak) 3.50 - 40.00 DC 0.01 (3.80 - 56.57 Peak) DC Current, µA 35.0 - 400.0 DC, Low Range = ON (38.0 - 565.7 Peak) 0.0 - 400.0 DC, Low ± (2% of reading + 2 counts) Range = OFF (0.0 - 565.7 Peak) 0.300 –...
  • Page 164 0.0-999.9 HI and LO-Limit, ± (2% of setting + 10 counts) current, nA 1000 - 9999 Low Range is ON. 10.00 - 99.99 0.01 100.0 - 999.9 , Low range HI and LO-Limit, = ON current, uA 0.0 - 999.9 , Low range = ±...
  • Page 165 Select the Print Format icon and the next screen will display all the parameters for this option: From the Print Format setting screen, six different parameters may be accessed; Device ID number, Mode, Test Result, Test Setting, Device ID, and Form Feed. Mode From the Print Format setting screen, select “Mode”...
  • Page 166 The three modes available are Auto, Manual and OFF. In the Auto mode, the HypotULTRA will automatically send the test results to the printer at the end of every complete test. If Manual mode is selected, at the end of the test you will need to select the Results icon to view the results.
  • Page 167 Test Setting From the Print Format setting screen you can turn the Test Setting print enable ON and OFF. This parameter selects printing the test parameters as well as the test results: Device ID The Device ID parameter appears twice in under the Print Format option. The first parameter allows you to set the Device ID to ON or OFF: The Device ID number is a counter that increments once every time a test is performed.
  • Page 168 The Device ID number can be entered and saved using the touchscreen keypad. Form Feed From the Print Format Setting screen, you may turn the Form Feed ON and OFF by selecting the “Form Feed”. This parameter forces a form feed after each complete test sequence.
  • Page 169 interfaces, as well as barcode scanning capability. The Ethernet Card has three input/output ports, shown in the following figure: The port labeled “Barcode” is a PS/2-type connector that is used for the connection of a barcode scanner. The Ethernet port is for use with a standard CAT-5 Ethernet cable and may be connected to any compatible PC.
  • Page 170 Associated Research, Inc. Ethernet Card Communications Information (To be completed by Network Administrator) Ethernet Card Address: ______:______:______:______:______ Device Name: _____________________ Device IP Address: _______._______._______._______ Gateway IP Address: _______._______._______._______ Subnet Mask: _______._______._______._______...
  • Page 171 Saving New Settings Any time you edit one of the Ethernet Card parameters and exit the Ethernet Card Settings menu, HypotULTRA displays the following message: The Ethernet Card will attempt to re-establish a connection with the server anytime you modify a parameter and exit the Ethernet Card Parameters Menu or use the command set at the end of this option description.
  • Page 172 HypotULTRA to request an IP address automatically from the network to which it is connected. The Ethernet Card will wait for an IP Address for approximately 20 seconds. If the HypotULTRA successfully receives an IP Address from the server the following pop- up message will be displayed: If the HypotULTRA fails to receive an IP Address after approximately 20 seconds, the following pop-up message will be...
  • Page 173 Touch the Ethernet Card icon to access the Ethernet Card Menu: IP Setup Touch the IP Setup icon to access the IP Setup parameters.
  • Page 174 IP Setup is used to determine how the HypotULTRA will request an IP address from the server to which it is connected. When AUTO is selected, the HypotULTRA will attempt to automatically request an IP Address from the server upon power up. To resolve the IP Address automatically, the HypotULTRA will use DHCP or BOOTP protocols.
  • Page 175 A specific Gateway IP must be entered into this field if the IP Setup parameter is configured to MANUAL. Enter the Gateway IP using the touchscreen keypad. The Gateway IP must be entered in the following format: XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX. ↵) Select the ENTER ( key to save the new settings.
  • Page 176 COMMAND NAME VALUE SIA <value> Set IP Address Dotted decimal form. Ex. SIA? 192.168.1.50 SGA <value> Set Gateway IP Dotted decimal form SGA? Address SSM <value> Set Subnet Mask Dotted decimal form SSM? SDN <value> Set Device Name Any word SDN? MAC? MAC Address Query...
  • Page 177 *Wait times are approximate and can vary based on the user’s network. 10 Burn Hipot Test The Burn Hipot Test option allows you to repeat two ACW test periods during one step which yields a single test result. The first test of the step performs the Burn function and the second test performs the standard AC Withstand test.
  • Page 178 Burn Specifications 0.0, 0.1 – 999.9 sec (0 = Continuous) Dwell Timer Range: Resolution: 0.1 sec  (0.1% + 0.05 sec) Accuracy: HI-Limit and LO-Limit Disabled for Dwell time settings of < 0.4 seconds Real Current Display Disabled for Dwell time settings of < 0.4 seconds Real 11 Continuity Delay Timer The CONT Delay Timer option allows you to use the Continuity test when the DUT...
  • Page 179 screen –DCW. This is the same test as the normal DCW but in reverse polarity. A negative DC voltage will be applied. The following table shows the specifications for this option: Negative DCW Output Voltage, DCV 0 - (-6000) ± (2% of setting + 5V) <4 %（-6KV/10mA at Resistive Load）...
  • Page 180 Fixed Range 0.0000 - 0.3500 0.0001 ± (2% of setting + 10 counts) 0.351 -3.500 0.001 Low Range is ON. 3.51 - 35.00 0.01 35.1 - 350.0 , Low range = DC Current, µA 0.0 - 350.0 , Low range = ±...
  • Page 181 ± (2% of reading + 2 counts) Additional error when reading < 0.00 - 10.00 0.01 6% of range. ± (0.2% of range) 13 400/800 Hz Hipot Output Perform ACW test at 400Hz or 800Hz. 14 Mimic HU3 Command Set The Mimic HU3 Command Set option for the new HypotULTRA allows you to emulate the HypotULTRA 3 making it a drop-in replacement for the older model.
  • Page 182 COMMAND DESCRIPTION VALUE SP <prompt message> prompt message = Valid ASCII (1) Step Prompt Create maximum 32 characters Step Prompt Delete SF {1|0} Step Fail Stop 1=On, 0=Off Test Parameter Editing Commands and Companion Queries These commands are used to modify the test parameter within each step. These commands require a parameter value to be included with the command.
  • Page 183 COMMAND NAME TEST VALUE TYPES EHT < value > Edit Max-Lmt-T 0.000 - 30.00mA EHT? EHR < value > Edit Max-Lmt-R 0.000 - 30.00mA EHR? EH < value > Edit Max-Lmt 0.0 - 10000uA 0, 0.05 - 50000M CONT 0, 0.00 - 2000 ELT <...
  • Page 184 COMMNAD NAME VALUE SML {1|0} Memory Lock 1= On, 0=Off SML? SSG {1|0} Smart GFI 1= On, 0=Off SSG? SR {2|1|0} Results 0=ALL, 1=P/F, 2=LAST SCA {1|0} Cal Alert 1= On, 0=Off SCA? SCDA < value > Cal Date mm,dd,yy or yy,mm,dd or SCDA? dd,mm,yy according to SDF setting...
  • Page 185 *IDN? command which can be used to retrieve the instrument identification information, and the four status reporting commands *ESR?, *ESE, *ESE? and *STB? COMMAND NAME DESCRIPTION *IDN? Identification Query Associated Research Inc., Model Number, Serial Number, Firmware Revision *RST Reset Command Resets HYPOTULTRA III *TST? Self-Test Query...
  • Page 186 COMMAND NAME DESCRIPTION operations complete, Output Queue=1 *WAI Wait-to-Continue Command *PSC {1|0} Power-on Status Clear Command 1 = Power-on clear enable registers 0 = Power-on load previous enable registers *PSC? Power-on Status Clear Query *ESR? Standard Event Status Register 0 - 255 Query *ESE <value>...

  • Page 188: Calibration

    Associated Research, Inc. offers a standard three-year manufacturer’s warranty. This warranty can be extended an additional two years provided that the instrument is returned each year to Associated Research, Inc. for its annual recertification. In order to be eligible for the extended warranty instruments must be returned to Associated Research, Inc.

  • Page 189: Calibration Initialization

    10.2. Calibration Initialization Press and hold the calibration key on the rear panel with a pen, pencil, or small screwdriver while powering ON the HypotULTRA. The HypotULTRA enters calibration mode after the power on sequence is complete. When the calibration is initialized the calibration screen will display each calibration point and appear as follows: Scroll down on the screen to view the next page which will appear as follows: Scroll down on the screen to view the next page which will appear as follows:...

  • Page 190: Calibration Of Parameters

    ACW 400/800Hz Calibration (optional): If you have option 13 (ACW 400/800Hz) installed, there are two additional calibration selections (ACW VOLT-400Hz and AC VOLT-800Hz): 10.3. Calibration of Parameters From the Calibration screens, use the touchscreen to select the parameter you wish to calibrate.
  • Page 191 The second step requires a 1kVAC voltmeter. Calibration of AC Hipot Voltage 400Hz (option 13 only) The calibration of AC Hipot Voltage at 400Hz is a two-step process. The instructions for the first step appear as follows:...
  • Page 192 The second step requires a 1kVAC voltmeter: Calibration of AC Hipot Voltage 800Hz (option 13 only) The calibration of AC Hipot Voltage at 800Hz is a two-step process. The instructions for the first step appear as follows:...
  • Page 193 The second step requires a 1kVAC voltmeter: Calibration of DC Hipot Voltage The calibration of DC Hipot Voltage is a three step process. The instructions for the first step appear as follows:...
  • Page 194 The second step requires a 1kVDC voltmeter the third step requires a 100VDC voltmeter: The third step requires a 100VDC voltmeter:...
  • Page 195 Calibration of 30mA AC Total Current Range The 30mA ACW calibration is a one step process: Calibration of 3.5mA AC Total Current Range The 3.5mA ACW calibration is a one step process:...
  • Page 196 Calibration of 9.99mA DC Current Range The 10mA DC current range calibration is a one step process:...
  • Page 197 Calibration of 3.500mA DC Current Range The 3.5mA DC current range calibration is a one step process: Calibration of 350uA DC Current Range The 350uA DC current range calibration is a one step process:...
  • Page 198 Calibration of 35uA DC Current Range The 35uA DC current range calibration is a one step process: Calibration of 3.5uA DC Current Range The 3.5uA DC current range calibration is a one step process: Calibration of 305nA DC Current Range The 350nA DC current range calibration is a one step process:...
  • Page 199 Calibration of DC Continuity Offset The calibration of DC Continuity Offset is a one step process: Calibration of DC Continuity 1 The calibration of DC Continuity 1Ω is a one step process:...
  • Page 200 Calibration of DC Continuity 10 The calibration of DC Continuity 10Ω is a one step process: Calibration of DC Continuity 100 The calibration of DC Continuity 100Ω is a one step process:...
  • Page 201 Calibration of DC Continuity 1000 The calibration of DC Continuity 1000Ω is a one step process: Calibration of DC Continuity 10K The calibration of DC Continuity 10KΩ is a one step process:...
  • Page 202 Calibration of GFI 5.0mA The calibration of GFI 5.0mA is a two-step process:...

  • Page 203: Replacement Parts List

    REPLACEMENT PARTS LISTERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. Rev: PART QTY. REF. DESCRIPTION NUMBER DESIGNATOR Supplied Accessories 38793 2U Rack Mount Bracket 38794 2U Rack Mount Handle 38549 Screw for Rack Mount Handle 37780 Fuse 6.3A 250V Slow-Blow 20mm (7820/50) 37999 Fuse 15A 250V Fast-Blow 30mm (7800) 04040A-08 High Voltage Cable...
  • Page 204 PART QTY. REF. DESCRIPTION NUMBER DESIGNATOR 39589 HVSB100C High Voltage Board (7820/50) 39617 HVSB100D High Voltage Board (7800) 39588 KEYSB100 Keypad Board 39618 LEDM001 High Voltage Indicator 39596 REMSB100 Remote Board 39597 URP-G USB/RS232 Card 39595 USBSB100 USB/Barcode Board 39649 URP-H Printer Interface Board 39650...
  • Page 205 Index AC Withstand ........................78, 79 Adapter Box ....................11, 21, 22, 112, 180 Arc ....................... 8, 76, 78, 121, 140, 141 Breakdown .......................... 121 Calibration ....11, 23, 50, 51, 52, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179 Calibration Alert ........................
  • Page 206 Parameters Test Parameters ..................78, 132, 134, 136 PLC ........................ 9, 30, 31, 33, 129 Power ........................5, 11, 12, 13 Ramp-HI ......................78, 79, 140, 141 Ramping ..........................8 Real Current .......................... 79 Rear Panel Controls ......................12, 23 Receptacle ......................

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