TEXIO PS-A Series Instruction Manual

TEXIO PS-A Series Instruction Manual

Regulated dc power supply optional interface units for ps-a series if-71rs if-70gu if-70ps
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REGULATED DC POWER SUPPLY
PS6-66A
PS10-40A
PS20-20A
PS40-10A
PS60-6.6A
OPTIONAL INTERFACE UNITS FOR
IF-71RS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PS-A SERIES
PS6-133A
PS10-80A
PS20-40A
PS40-20A
PS60-13.3A
PS-A SERIES
IF-70GU
B71-0024-30
PS10-120A
PS20-60A
PS40-30A
PS60-20A
IF-70PS

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL REGULATED DC POWER SUPPLY PS-A SERIES PS6-66A PS6-133A PS10-40A PS10-80A PS10-120A PS20-20A PS20-40A PS20-60A PS40-10A PS40-20A PS40-30A PS60-6.6A PS60-13.3A PS60-20A OPTIONAL INTERFACE UNITS FOR PS-A SERIES IF-71RS IF-70GU IF-70PS B71-0024-30...
  • Page 2 ■ About Brands and Trademarks The company and product names described in this manual are the brands and trademarks owned by the respective companies or organizations in each country and region ■ About the Instruction Manual Permission from the copyright holder is needed to reprint the contents of this manual, in whole or in part. Be aware that the product specifications and the contents of this manual are subject to change for the purpose of improvement.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS USING THE PRODUCT SAFETY ....................... Ⅰ-Ⅲ 1. PS-A SERIES_________________________________________________________ 1 1-1. About This Manual.........................1 1-2. Outline of Product ..........................1 1-3. Features ............................1 1-3-1. PS-A Power Supply Unit ......................1 1-3-2. IF-71RS (option) ........................2 1-3-3. IF-70GU(option)........................2 1-3-4. IF-70PS(option) ........................2 1-3-5. Cable for master-slave operation (option) ................2 1-3-6.
  • Page 4 5-3-2. Current setting procedure .....................19 5-3-3. Fine adjustment of voltage/current..................19 5-4. Output Functions .........................20 5-5. Memory Function .........................21 5-5-1. Storing and recalling preset voltage/current data..............21 5-6. Switching the display in the Voltage/Current Indicator Display............22 5-6-1. Switching between the set voltage/current display and output voltage/current display ..22 5-6-2.
  • Page 5 8-2-2. Setting step execution......................51 8-3. Confirming the Step No. and the Step Being Executed ...............52 8-3-1. Confirming the step No. while the sequence program is stopped .........52 8-3-2. Confirming the step No. being executed during sequence program execution .....52 8-4. Confirming the Setting Items for Steps ..................53 8-5.
  • Page 6 11-3. Commands..........................85 11-3-1. Voltage setting (VOLT) ......................85 11-3-2. Current setting (AMP) ......................85 11-3-3. OVP setting (OVP)........................85 11-3-4. UVP setting (UVP) ........................85 11-3-5. OCP setting (OCP) .......................85 11-3-6. Output setting (OUTPUT)......................86 11-3-7. Status query (XSTATUS).......................86 11-3-8. Recalling preset settings (PRESET) ..................86 11-3-9.
  • Page 7 11-3-41. Sequence stop (SSTOP).....................94 11-3-42. Sequence pause (SPAUSE)....................95 11-3-43. Sequence jump (SSTEP) ....................95 11-3-44. Reading out the sequence execution status (SRUN) ............95 11-3-45. Reset (*RST) ........................95 11-3-46. Function reset (RESET) ......................95 11-3-47. Reading out the status byte (*STB)..................96 11-3-48. Reading out the product information (*IDN)................96 11-3-49.
  • Page 8: Using The Product Safety

    USING THE PRODUCT SAFELY ■ Preface To use the product safely, read instruction manual to the end. Before using this product, understand how to correctly use it. If you read the manuals but you do not understand how to use it, ask us or your local dealer. After you read the manuals, save it so that you can read it anytime as required.
  • Page 9 USING THE PRODUCT SAFELY ■ Do not remove the product's covers and panels Never remove the product's covers and panels for any purpose. Otherwise, the user's electric shock or fire may be incurred. ■ Warning on using the product Warning items given below are to avoid danger to user's body and life and avoid the damage or deterioration of the product.
  • Page 10: Daily Maintenance

    USING THE PRODUCT SAFELY ■ Do not let foreign matter in Do not insert metal and inflammable materials into the product from its vent and spill water on it. Otherwise, electric shock or fire may occur. ■ Warning item on abnormality while in use If smoke or fire is generated from the product while in use, stop using the product, turn off the switch, and remove the power cord plug from the outlet.
  • Page 11: Ps-A Series

    The PS-A series offer a variety of functions for a variety of applications: preset function (3 setting points); protective functions against output overvoltage, under voltage and overcurrent; output discharge circuit cancel function; output off timer function;...
  • Page 12: If-71Rs (Option)

    • Protective functions The PS-A power supply unit has protective functions against overvoltage, under voltage and overcurrent for the primary side, and overvoltage, overcurrent, remote sensing terminal open, and internal heat for the secondary side. The unit is also equipped with OVP (over-voltage protection), UVP (under-voltage protection), and OCP (over-current protection).
  • Page 13: Prior To Use

    Make sure the accessories are attached correctly. If there are any problems, please contact one of our sales branches. Accessories vary by model. <PS-A series power supply unit accessories> Power cable: 1 pc <Example> The above figure shows the cable for...
  • Page 14: Connecting The Power Cable

    2-2. Connecting the power cable The power cable should be connected to an AC inlet or an input terminal block. Make sure to use a power cable that matches the input voltage of the unit. Because the voltage rating of the supplied power cable is 125VAC, you must use a different cable when a power voltage greater than 125VAC is used.
  • Page 15: Connecting To The Output Terminals

    2-3. Connecting to the output terminals Use the supplied bolt set to connect the load cable to the rear output terminals. Adjust the tightening torque of each bolt to 25 kgf/cm. Check the connection between the load and the output terminals of the unit. Make sure that the polarity is not inverted, and that no short circuits have occurred.
  • Page 16: Attaching The Rear Output Terminal Cover

    2-3-3. Attaching the rear output terminal cover The rear output terminal cover should always be attached even when rear output terminals of the unit are not in use. Use the M3 Large screw with washer to attach the rear output terminal cover. Tightening torque of screw: 5kgf/cm.
  • Page 17: Caution On Mounting The Unit In A Rack

    2-6. Caution on mounting the unit in a rack When mounting the unit in a rack, use one of the following attachments: ・ Rack mount adapter RM-608J (for JIS rack) • RM-608E (for EIA rack) and rack mount frame attachment RJ-608-1/2 (for 1/2 rack width) •...
  • Page 18: Panels

    3. Panels 3-1. Front Panel Fig. 3-1 Front Panel (The above figure shows the front panel of the PS40-30A.) 1. Power switch ・ Turns the AC power on and off. 2. Front output terminals • Front output terminals with a current limit of 20A. Use the unit within the current limit 3.
  • Page 19: Operation Panel

    3-2. Operation Panel Fig.3-2 Operation Panel (The above figure shows the operation panel of the PS40-30A.) 6. Voltage indicator (red LEDs): 4-digit display, unit indication ・ Indicates the set voltage, output voltage, output power, and MENU items. ・ “W” is lit in red when the indicator displays the output power. 7.
  • Page 20 11. A key (green/amber) The current is set by operating this front panel key ・ Pressing this key causes it to turn off or light in green. ・ When the key is lit in green, it is possible to change the blinking digit of the set current in the current indicator. ・...
  • Page 21 17. ENTER/MEM/STEP key (green/amber) Manual operation Memory function : Pressing this key causes the PRESET 1, 2, and 3 keys to blink, and places the memory on standby to store the setting. Pressing this key again cancels the memory’s standby state. Initialization : Pressing and holding down this key then turns power on the unit and initializes the data stored in the unit.
  • Page 22: Rear Panel

    (28) and the output terminal cover attachment hole (29) 24,25. Remote sensing terminals ・ Remote sensing terminals of the PS-A series power supply unit. 24: Positive terminal, 25: Negative terminal To use the remote sensing function, remove the shorting bars (26 and 27).
  • Page 23 30. J1 connector ・ Used for master-slave operation. The parallel master-slave cable and series master-slave cable are different. Use the cable appropriate for the operation. Do not connect any cables other than the master-slave cable. Connecting other cables may damage the unit. 31.
  • Page 24 33. AC inlet (400W and 800W models) AC input terminal block (1200W models) 400W,800W model ● 400W and 800W models ・ Use the supplied power cable. Connect the power cable to the AC outlet. ・ If the supplied power cable is used, the AC input voltage range of the unit will be 125V or lower (products for Japan only).
  • Page 25: General Instructions

    4 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 4-1. Connecting loads ・ When connecting loads to the unit, use round crimp-style terminals, etc. to ensure loads are securely connected to the output terminals. ・ Use cables that have sufficient current capacity for the wiring to be connected. ・...
  • Page 26: Alarm

    4-2. Alarm The hardware detects abnormal states and displays “AC oFF” or “ALП” on the voltage and current indicators. Alarm causes Cause Recoverable Over input voltage: Supply voltage of 270VAC or greater Under input voltage: Supply voltage of 80VAC or less Wrong number of power units used in parallel master-slave operation The voltage between the output terminal and the remote sensing terminal exceeds the sensing compensating voltage range.
  • Page 27: Functions And Operation Procedures

    5 FUNCTIONS AND OPERATION PROCEDURES 5-1. Operation modes The unit has four basic operation modes, which are as follows: Operation Mode Description Manual mode Setting by manual operation on the panel. Sequence mode Setting changes over time according to the sequence program stored in the internal memory.
  • Page 28: Recalling Settings When Turning On Power, And Saving The Setting Data

    5-2-2. Recalling Settings When Turning on Power, and Saving the Setting Data The PS-A power supply unit saves setting data in a non-volatile memory when the unit is turned off, or before the power is cut. The settings are recalled when the unit is turned on. The default settings and the settings after initializing the memory for the stored setting items are shown below.
  • Page 29: Basic Operation

    5-3. Basic Operation 5-3-1. Voltage setting procedure Operation procedure 1. Press the V key, which is then lit in green. One of the voltage setting digits starts blinking. Only the digit that is blinking can be modified. 2. Press one of the DIGIT keys to move to another digit and make it blink.
  • Page 30: Output Functions

    5-4. Output Functions Operation procedure 1. Press the unlit OUTPUT key, which is then lit in red. After this key is lit, voltage is output. 2. Press the red-lit OUTPUT key. The light goes out, and the voltage output is turned off. Make sure the wires are connected to the output terminals before turning the output...
  • Page 31: Memory Function

    5-5. Memory Function 5-5-1. Storing and recalling preset voltage/current data ● Storing preset data Operation procedure 1. Set the voltage and current values, following the steps described in “5-3-1. Voltage setting procedure” “5-3-2. Current setting procedure” Press the ENTER/MEM key. PRESET keys 1 to 3 all blink green.
  • Page 32: Switching The Display In The Voltage/Current Indicator Display

    5-6. Switching the display in the Voltage/Current Indicator Display. 5-6-1. Switching between the set voltage/current display and output voltage/current display Operation procedure When the CHECK key is lit in green, the set voltage and current are displayed. When the CHECK key is unlit, the output OUTPUT CV:G CC:R...
  • Page 33: Displaying Power In The Voltage And Current Indicators

    5-6-2. Displaying Power in the Voltage and Current Indicators ● Displaying output power in the voltage indicator: Operation procedure 1. When voltage is displayed, press and hold the V key to display the output power. When the output is off, the output power is displayed as “----“.
  • Page 34 ● Displaying output power in the current indicator: Operation procedure 1. When current is displayed, press and hold the A key to display the output power. OUTPUT CV:G CC:R When the output is off, the output power is V(W) A(W) displayed as “----“.
  • Page 35: Protective Functions

    5-7. Protective Functions The PS-A power supply unit has 3 different protective functions (OVP, UVP, and OCP). Set the value for each of the protective functions to fit the intended use of the unit. Function Description Turns the output off when the output voltage exceeds the set voltage for OVP. Turns the output off when the output voltage falls below the set voltage for UVP.
  • Page 36: Deactivating Protective Functions

    5-7-3. Deactivating Protective Functions When some protective functions are activated, it is displayed and the output is turned off. Operation procedure 1. When the activated protection is displayed, press the PROTECT key, which is blinking green, to deactivate the protective function. After deactivating the protective function, the unit can be operated while output is off.
  • Page 37: Key Lock / Local Function

    5-8. Key Lock / Local Function Status Non-operational keys All keys, excluding the ESC/KEY LOCK key, OUTPUT key (only when turning the KEY LOCK output off), and the rotary encoder. REMOTE All keys, excluding the ESC/KEY LOCK key and rotary encoder. 5-8-1.
  • Page 38: Setting With The Menu Key

    6 SETTING WITH THE MENU KEY ● The following items can be set by using the MENU key: Setting item Explanation in the manual Page Setting the output HI-R function 6-1-1. Setting the output HI-R function 6-1-2. Output on/off operation while output HI-R function Setting the output off timer is activated Specifying the automatic cancellation time of...
  • Page 39: Output Hi-R Function

    6-1. Output HI-R Function The PS-A power supply unit is equipped with a discharge circuit for removing the electric charge from the output capacitor in order to maintain an output voltage of 0V while the output is off. The discharge circuit for the output capacitor does not activate while the output HI-R function of the unit is "ON". Use the output HI-R function when the unit is employed as a power unit for charging batteries or for electroplating.
  • Page 40: Output On/Off Operation While Output Hi-R Function Is Activated

    6-1-2. Output on/off operation while output HI-R function is activated Operation procedure Set the output HI-R function of the unit to "ON". For details about how to set this function, see "Setting the output HI-R function" on the preceding page. 1.
  • Page 41: Outout Off Timer

    6-2. Outout Off Timer This function is used to automatically turn off the output after a preset amount of time has passed since the output was turned on. 6-2-1. Setting the output off timer Operation procedure 1. Turn the output off, then repeatedly press the MENU key until the current indicator displays "* *.oF".
  • Page 42: Operating The Output Off Timer

    6-2-2. Operating the output off timer Operation procedure 1. Press the OUTPUT key to turn the output on. The CV/CC LED is lit in green when the output on status is CV, and red when it is CC. If the output off timer has been set for a certain amount of time, the OUTPUT key is alternately lit in red and amber.
  • Page 43: Specifying The Automatic Cancellation Time Of The Setting Menu Display

    6-3. Specifying the automatic cancellation time of the setting menu display Specifies the time to cancel the setting automatically after the PS-A unit has been left alone for a certain amount of time in each setting menu (voltage, current, OVP, UVP, and OCP). Operation procedure 1.
  • Page 44: Specifying Settings When The Power Is Turned On

    6-4. Specifying Settings when the Power Is Turned On 6-4-1. Recalling preset values when the power is turned on The voltage and current values can be set when the power is turned on. The voltage and current values that can be selected are the set values from when power was last turned off, and the data stored in PRESET keys 1, 2, and 3.
  • Page 45: Setting The Output When The Power Is Turned On

    6-4-2. Setting the output when the power is turned on When the power is turned on, the PS-A power supply unit can turn the output on, without needing to push the OUTPUT key. Operation procedure 1. Turn on the power switch while pressing and holding the MENU key.
  • Page 46: Setting The Cc Priority Mode

    6-4-3. Setting the CC priority mode Operation procedure 1. Turn on the power switch while pressing and holding the MENU key. Release the MENU key when the panel is lit. The MENU key is then lit in green, and the ESC/KEY LOCK key and the ENTER/MEM key start blinking green.
  • Page 47 Operation procedure OUTPUT 4. Press the green-blinking ENTER/MEM KEY to CV:G CC:R enter the setting. V(W) A(W) After the setting is entered, the current indicator stops blinking, remains lit for a short while, and DIGIT MENU PROTECT CHECK then starts blinking again. PRESET/SEQUENCE ESC/KEY LOCK ENTER/MEM 5.
  • Page 48 Turning the output on when CC priority mode is selected The PS-A power series is a switching-type DC stabilized power supply unit. A switching-type CV/CC power supply unit consists of circuit in which transition from constant-voltage (CV) mode to constant-current (CC) mode, and vice versa, is slower than the CV/CC power supply unit of the CV series regulator type.
  • Page 49: Setting The Display While The Output Is Off

    6-4-4. Setting the display while the output is off The voltage and current indicators can display either the set values or output values while the output is off. Operation procedure 1. Turn on the power switch while pressing and holding the MENU key. Release the MENU key when the panel is lit.
  • Page 50: Clearing The Memory

    6-5. Clearing the Memory There are 3 different ways to clear the data memory: (1) Clearing all the setting data stored in the unit, returning the settings to their factory defaults (factory reset). (2) Clearing the setting data for manual operation. (3) Clearing the setting data for sequence operation.
  • Page 51 (2) Clearing the setting data for manual operation Operation procedure 1. Turn on the power switch while pressing and holding the PRESET 1 key. Release the PRESET 1 key when the panel is lit. The ESC/KEY LOCK key and the ENTER/MEM key then start blinking green.
  • Page 52 (3) Clear the setting data of sequence operation Operation procedure 1. Turn on the power switch while pressing and holding the PRESET 2 key. Release the PRESET 2 key when the panel is lit. The ESC/KEY LOCK key and the ENTER/MEM key then start blinking green.
  • Page 53: Master-Slave Operation

    7 MASTER-SLAVE OPERATION The PS-A power supply unit can be used for parallel master-slave operation and serial master-slave operation. 7-1. Configuration of Master and Slave Units When used for parallel master-slave operation and serial master-slave operation, the unit must be configured to operate as a stand alone unit, serial master unit, serial slave unit, parallel master unit, or parallel slave unit.
  • Page 54 Operation procedure 4. Press the green-blinking ENTER/MEM key to enter the setting. After the setting is entered, the current indicator stops blinking, remains lit for a short while, and then starts blinking again. 5. Press the green-blinking ESC/KEY LOCK key to exit.
  • Page 55: Specifying The Number Of Units

    7-1-2. Specifying the number of units Specify the number of units when configuring the unit to be the parallel master unit. If the number of units is incorrectly specified, the unit cannot be operated in parallel master-slave operation. Unit number: 1 unit is equal to a rated output power of 400W. An 800W model is equal to 2 units, and a 1200W model is equal to 3 units.
  • Page 56 Operation procedure 5. Press the green-blinking ENTER/MEM key. The message shown in the figure on the left appears, and then the unit restarts. All the settings, except for the communication address and master-slave operation settings, are cleared. Normal operation of the unit is then available.
  • Page 57: Parallel Master-Slave Operation

    7-2. Parallel Master-Slave Operation In PS-A power supply units, only models that have the same rated output voltage can be used for parallel master-slave operation. This means that models with different rated output power can be connected as long as they have the same rated output voltage.
  • Page 58: Serial Master-Slave Operation

    7-3. Serial Master-Slave Operation In PS-A power supply units, only the same models can be used for serial master-slave operation. Do not use models with different rated current for serial master-slave operation, even if their output voltage is the same. Doing so may cause the unit to malfunction.
  • Page 59: Sequence Operation

    8 SEQUENCE OPERATION The PS-A power supply unit itself cannot set sequence programs. To set sequence programs, mount the optional digital IF board (IF-70GU or IF-71RS) and set the sequence programs in the unit via a personal computer, etc. After setting the sequence programs, the programs can be executed without using the digital IF board. Sequence programs can be executed in both parallel and serial master-slave operation.
  • Page 60 Operation procedure Turn the rotary encoder to display "on" in the current indicator. Sequence mode Manual mode 4. Press the green- blinking ENTER/MEM key to enter the settin After the setting is entered, the current indicator stops blinking, rem ains lit for a short while, and en starts blinking again.
  • Page 61: Sequence Programs

    8-2. Sequence Programs A sequence program consists of the settings for each step, and the step execution settings. 8-2-1. Step No. and setting items There are 1000 steps. The following items must be specified for each step. STEP 1 STEP 1000 Step setting items: ・...
  • Page 62: Confirming The Step No. And The Step Being Executed

    8-3. Confirming the Step No. and the Step Being Executed The step No. and step being executed can be confirmed while the STEP LED is lit in green. 8-3-1. Confirming the step No. while the sequence program is stopped Operation procedure 1.
  • Page 63: Confirming The Setting Items For Steps

    8-4. Confirming the Setting Items for Steps You can confirm the step setting items. Operation procedure 1. Press the CHECK key, which is then lit in green. The voltage and current indicators display the step setting items. 2. While the STOP key or PAUSE key is lit in amber (while the sequence program is stopped or paused), turn the rotary encoder clockwise 1 click to switch between the different step setting...
  • Page 64: Confirming The Settings For Sequence Program Execution

    8-5. Confirming the settings for sequence program execution The setting items for sequence program execution can be confirmed while the MENU key is lit in green. Operation procedure 1. Press the MENU key, which is then lit in green. The voltage and current indicators display the setting items for sequence program execution.
  • Page 65: Executing Sequence Programs

    8-6. Executing Sequence Programs The START, PAUSE, STOP, and OUTPUT keys are used to execute sequence programs. 8-6-1. Automatic execution of sequence programs A sequence program can be set to execute automatically from the first step of the program. Operation procedure 1.
  • Page 66: Paused And Resumed Sequence Programs

    8-6-2. Paused and resumed sequence programs A sequence program can be paused and resumed. Operation procedure 1. While the START key is lit in amber (while the sequence program is being executed automatically), press the PAUSE key. The PAUSE key then is lit in amber, and the sequence program is paused.
  • Page 67: Manual Execution Of Sequence Programs

    8-6-3. Manual execution of sequence programs The PAUSE key and DIGIT keys are used to manually execute sequence programs. Operation procedure 1. While the STOP key is lit in amber (while the sequence program is stopped), press the PAUSE key or DIGIT key to pause the sequence program at the first step (if the PAUSE key is pressed, it is then lit in amber).
  • Page 68 STEP to be executed first When the DIGIT keys are pressed to move to the next step or back to the previous step, if the execution time of the step to be executed next is 0 hr 0 min 0 sec 0 m.sec, the step will not be executed. The following step will be executed.
  • Page 69: Stopping Sequence Programs

    8-6-4. Stopping sequence programs Operation procedure 1. To stop the sequence program, press the STOP key while the START key is lit in amber (while the sequence program is being executed automatically) or while the PAUSE key is blinking amber (while the execution time of the sequence program step is paused).
  • Page 70: Operation By External Analog Signal

    9 OPERATION BY EXTERNAL ANALOG SIGNAL The PS-A series unit can be operated by using an analog signal from an external device. Replace the interface board according to the type of operation signal used. The following IF boards can be used with the PS-A power supply unit: ・...
  • Page 71: Wiring An Analog Signal To The Standard Board

    9-1-2. Wiring an analog signal to the standard board See the figure below for details about how to wire an analog signal to the standard board, and how to select the logic and different functions. Fig. 9-1. Standard Board Connector and Dip Switch While the unit is in operation, connect the applicable outer contact, voltage, and resistance to the negative output of the unit.
  • Page 72 Rating + External voltage Set voltage modified by external voltage Set voltage modified Rating Rating by external resistance CV mode output External resistance External resistance 0Ω 10kΩ 0Ω 10kΩ Action Ⅱ Action Ⅰ Internally set voltage :0V Internally set voltage :rated voltage Set voltage control via external signa (Valid when pin No.4 of SW1 is on) Connection Pin No.5...
  • Page 73: Wiring An Analog Signal To If-70Ps

    9-1 3. Wiring an analog signal to IF-70PS See the figure below for details about how t o wire an analog signal to the IF-70PS board, and how to select the logic and different functions. The applicable external terminals connect to the negative output of the unit. Note that the outer contact, volt e, and resistance must be float-mounted.
  • Page 74 Set current control by external signal (Valid when pin No.7 of SW1 is on) Connection Pin No.8 Pin No.9 Function Action terminal of SW1 of SW1 Pin No.7 to 8 External voltage 0V → External voltage control of CN2 Set current 0A →...
  • Page 75: Operating The Analog If Board

    9-2. Operating the Analog IF Board 9-2-1. Setting the Voltage When using the unit with a set voltage that is specified by an external resistance or voltage (hereinafter referred to as the "externally set voltage"), the set voltage value represents the internally set voltage (set by the rotary encoder) which is superimposed by the externally set voltage.
  • Page 76 Operation procedure 8. Press the green-blinking V key. The light then goes out. Input the external analog signal into the connector on the analog IF board. The voltage indicator displays the set value that corresponds to the external analog signal. The display range of the set voltage is from -10% to +110% of the rated voltage.
  • Page 77: Adjusting The Set Voltage

    9-2-2. Adjusting the set voltage Modify the internally set voltage to adjust the set voltage specified by the externally set voltage. Operation procedure ◆ See "9-2-1. Setting the Voltage” for details about how to input the external analog signal into the connector of the analog IF board. 1.
  • Page 78: Current Setting

    9-2-3. Current setting When using the unit with a set current that is specified by an external resistance or voltage (hereinafter referred to as the "externally set current"), the set current value represents the internally set current (set by the rotary encoder) which is superimposed by the externally set current.
  • Page 79 Operation procedure 8. Press the green-blinking A key. The light then goes out. Input the external analog signal to the connector on the analog IF board. The current indicator displays the set value that corresponds to the external analog signal. The display range of the set current is from -10% to +110% of the rated current.
  • Page 80: Adjusting The Set Current

    9-2-4. Adjusting the set current Modify the internally set voltage to adjust the set current specified by externally set voltage. Operation procedure ◆ For details about inputting the external analog signal to connector of the analog IF board, see “9-2-3. Current setting” 1.
  • Page 81: Turning The Output On/Off Through External Contacts

    9-2-5. Turning the output on/off through external contacts If the analog IF board is installed in the PS-A power supply unit, you can turn the output on/off operation through external contacts. To turn the output of the unit on, both the OUTPUT key and external contacts must be used. Operation procedure Turn off the unit power switch, and turn the output off through the external contacts.
  • Page 82 Operation procedure 3. Use the external contacts of the analog IF board to turn the output on. The OUTPUT key is then lit in green, and the output of the unit is turned on. 4. Use the external contacts of the analog IF board to turn the output off.
  • Page 83: Checking The Status When The Output Is Off

    9-2-6. Checking the status when the output is off If the analog IF board has been installed in the unit and the output of the unit is off, the following items can be checked: (1) Status of output on/off setting that uses the OUTPUT key. (2) Status of output on/off setting that uses the external contacts of the analog IF board.
  • Page 84: Interface Option

    10 INTERFACE OPTION -1. Accessories <IF-71RS unit accessories> Short pin 4 pcs [E68-0617] Instruction Manual 1 copy [B71-0025] <IF-70GU unit accessories> Short pin 3 pcs [E68-0617] Instruction Manu al 1 copy [B71-002 <IF-70PS unit accessories> Instruction Manual 1 copy Panel 1 pcs [B71-00 Connector 1 pcs [E59-0613]...
  • Page 85: Using Digital Communication Interface For Remote Control

    11 USING DIGITAL COMMUNICATION INTERFACE FOR REMOTE CONTROL 11-1. Outline If a digital communication interface has been installed in place of the standard board, the PS-A series unit can be remotely controlled by a personal comp uter (hereinafter "PC") or sequencer via a USB, GP-IB, or RS-232C.
  • Page 86: If-71Rs

    11-1-2. IF-71RS Connector name Function Used together with a dedicated modular cable to connect to a PSR series power supply PSR BUS unit. RS-232C Used together with a crossover cable to connect to the RS-232C of a PC. Used together with a dedicated modular cable to connect to the local bus. LOCAL/PSR-M Specifying the appropriate settings enables it to be used as a unit compatible with PSR-M series power supply units.
  • Page 87: Cable And Connector Settings

    11-1-3. Cable and connector settings The circuits for all the connectors are open by default. Adjust the connector settings according to the type of control used. (1) When a GP-IB is used: A commercially available GP-IB cable can be used for the GP-IB connection of IF-70GU. (our part No. CB-2420P) When GP-IB is used, the settings of the IF-70GU connectors are as follows: Connector Circuit...
  • Page 88: Address Settings

    11-1-4. Address settings If the IF-70GU or IF-71RS board has been installed in the PS-A unit, the address setting is added to the menu when the unit power is turned on while pressing and holding the MENU ke There are two types of addresses for PS-A units: a system address (SYAD) and a PC address (PCAD). ●...
  • Page 89: Gp-Ib Connection

    Install the USB in manner that minimizes the effect of noise on the communication pathway, and make sure to implement countermeasures against noise. ● When a PS-A series unit is used with a USB, two addresses are required for the address setting: the system address and PC address.
  • Page 90: Rs-232C Connection

    11-1-7. RS-232C connection The following chart shows the wiring for when the RS-232C is used to connect IF-71RS to a PC or sequencer. RS-232C is one-to-one connection. One serial port is required for each of the units that are directly connected. RS-232C commun ication conditions: 9600bps;...
  • Page 91: Local Bus Connection

    In the above chart, the terminators for system addresses "1" and "4" are on. The other terminators are off. 11-1-9. When used as a PSR or PSR-M supply unit When the appropriate settings are specified for the IF-71RS, the PS-A series units are compatible with and can be used in place of our PSR series and PSR-M series.
  • Page 92: Communication Control Commands

    11-2. Communication Control Commands 2-1. Communication commands table If a digital IF board has been installed in the PS-A supply unit, the commands are as follows: Command ategory Item Setting Query Page Name utput Voltage setting VOLT Available Available sett Current setting Available Available...
  • Page 93: Automatic Message Output

    11-2-2. Automatic message output The PS-A series unit is equipped with a function that outputs response messages independently of communication commands when a status change occurs. Output response messages can be selected b y using the notification setting commands. As parameters, the response message contains the system address of the unit on...
  • Page 94 For commands that require a parameter, normal operation cannot be done if the parameter is omitted or incomplete. Make sure to input a complete parameter. In addition, inserting a space before and/or after a command may impede normal operation. Do not insert unnecessary spaces. <Example>...
  • Page 95: Commands

    -3. Commands 3-1. (VOLT) Voltage setting This command sets or queries the output voltage. Setting VOLT x1 Sets the output voltage. Application example VOLT 5.00 Sets the output voltag e to 5.00V. Query VOLT? Queries the ou tput volt age set ting.
  • Page 96: Output Setting (Output)

    11-3-6. Output setting (OUTPUT) This command sets and qu eries the output on/off setting. Setting OUTPUT x1 1: Output status 0: Output off 1: Output on Application example OUTPUT 1 Turns the output on. Query OUTPUT? Queries the output setting. Response example OUTPUT 0 Indicates the output is off.
  • Page 97: Preset Voltage Setting (Prevolt)

    11-3-10. Preset voltage setting (PREVOLT) This command saves the set voltage directly to the preset memory, and queries the preset status. Setting PREVOLT x1,x2 x1: PRESET No. (1 , 2, or 3) 2: Set voltage value Application example PREVOLT 1,3.15 aves 3.15V as the set voltage value in PRESET 1.
  • Page 98: Monitor Display Switching (Check)

    11-3-14. Monitor display switching (CHECK) This command switches between the set/output values of the voltage & current monitor display. Setting CHECK x1 x1: Display change setting 0: Output value displ 1: Set value display Application example CHECK 1 Sets the set value display. Query CHECK? Queries the status.
  • Page 99: Main Relay Setting (Power)

    11-3-19. Main relay setting (POWER) This command sets the main relay and queries the main relay status. Setting POWER x1 x1: Sets the main relay operation. 0: Turns the main relay o 1: Turns the main rela y on. Application example POWER 1 Turns the main relay on.
  • Page 100: Output Setting When The Power Is Turned On (Ponout)

    11-3-24. Output setting when the power is turned on (PONOUT) This command sets and queries the output setting for when the power is turned on. Setting PONOUT x1 x1: Specifies whether to turn on t he output when the power is turned on.
  • Page 101: Notification Setting 2 (Amask)

    11-3-27. Notification setting 2 (AMASK) This command sets and queries the character string issued for alarm notification 2. Setting AMASK x1 x1: Uses an 8 digit combination of 0 and 1 to enable/disable alarm notifi cation 2. AMASK 000000x1 : Enable(1)/disable(0) other a larm notification.
  • Page 102: Writing Sequence Program (Xswrite)

    11-3-32. Writing sequence program (XSWRITE) This command specifies a sequence program. Setting XSWRITE x 1,x2,x3,x4,x5,x 6,x7,x8,x9,x10 Writes a sequence program. x1: ST EP No. 1 - 1000 x2: Set voltage valu x3: Set current valu x4: Set OVP valu x5: Set UVP value x6: Set OCP valu x7: Output 0: Off;...
  • Page 103: Reading Out A Sequence Program (Xsread)

    11-3-33. Reading out a sequence program (XSREAD) This command requests a sequence program. Query XSREAD? Requests seque e program data. Response XSREAD x1,x2,x3,x4,x5,x 6,x7,x8,x9,x10 x1: STEP No. 1 - 100 x2: Set voltage value x3: Set current value x4: Set OVP value x5: Set UVP value x6: Set OCP value Output off &...
  • Page 104: Sequence Execution Mode Setting (Smode)

    11-3-36. Sequence execution mode setting (SMODE) This command selects the sequence execution mode. Setting SMODE x1 0: Sets increase as the sequence. 1: Sets increase & decrease as the sequence. 2: Set s decrease as the sequence. 3: Set s decrease & increase as the sequence. Application example ODE 0 Sets increase as the sequence execution.
  • Page 105: Sequence Pause (Spause)

    11-3-42. Sequence pause (SPAUSE) This command pauses the sequence. Setting SPAUSE Pauses the sequence. Application example SPAUSE Query SPAUSE? Queries the pause status of the sequence. Response example SPAUSE 0 Indicates that sequence has not paused. SPAUSE 1 Indicates the sequence has paused. Remarks If the unit is not in sequence mode, an error will be issued.
  • Page 106: Reading Out The Status Byte (*Stb)

    *IDN x1,x2,0,x3 x1: Company name Response form x2: Product name x3: “0” Fixed x4: Version No. Response example *IDN TEXIO TECHNOLOGY ,PSA-Series,0,1.00 Remarks 11-3-4 9. Querying the model an d specifications (MO DEL) This command queries the device information Query MODEL? Queries device information.
  • Page 107: Local Bus Setting (Adrs)

    11-3-50. Local bus setting (ADRS) The command sets the system address of controlled units when they are connected via the local bus. Setting ADRS x Specifies a device in loca l bus. Application example ADRS 3 Controls the unit whose system address is "3". Query DRS? Queries the system address of the controlled unit.
  • Page 108: Cautions About Communication

    11-4. Cautions about communication emember to observe the following points about communication: ● Do not use a long cable for c ommunication. ● Keep the communication ca ble as far as pos sible from the noise source. ● Fo r continuous co mmunica tion that creates a heavy burden, conduct a long-term test to confirm t...
  • Page 109 ● IF-70GU Specification Supports USB Revision 2.0, full speed Connector type USB series B Device class Dedicated device class. Device driver for Windows is available separately. Vender code 098F Product code 1007 Power supply Self-power only Number of connectable units A maximum of 30 units via USB hub.
  • Page 110: Setting Range Tables

    11-6. Setting Range Tables ● Vo ltage S etting Range Rated voltage Setting range of output voltage OVP range [V] UVP range [V] 0.000 6.150 0.60 6.60 -1.00 6.60 0.00 10.25 11.0 -1.0 11.0 0.00 12.30 13.2 -1.0 13.2 0.00 20.50 22.0 -1.0...
  • Page 111: Appendix A. Trouble Shooting

    Appendix A. TROUBLE SHOOTING ・ If the PS-A power suppl y unit becomes defective, check the following items. enomenon Possible cause Action Power is t turned o n even AC ca ble is n ot con nect rely co AC c able.
  • Page 112 Phenomenon Possible cause Action ltage does not fall, even after the A capacitive load connected to the Before touc hing the output terminals, output has be en turned off. PS-A powe r supply unit. use a voltme ter to measure the voltage of the unit’s output terminals to confirm voltage has fallen.
  • Page 113: Appendix B. Outside Dimensions

    ppendix B. OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS ● 400W model : Outside dimensions: 124 mm (H) × 70 mm (W) × 364mm (D) Weight: Approx. 3.2kg ● 800W model : Outside dimensions: 124mm (H) × 140mm (W) × 364mm (D) Weight: Approx. 5.3kg ●...
  • Page 114: Appendix C. Specifications

    Appendix C. SPECIF ICAT IONS Individual Specifications PS6-66A PS6-133A PS10-40A PS10-80A PS10-120A PS20-20A PS20-40A PS20-60A PS40-10A PS40-20A PS40-30A PS60-6.6A PS60-13.3A PS60-20A Rated power 400W 800W 400W 800W 1200 400W 800W 1200W 400W 800W 1200W 400W 800W 1200 Output voltage 0 V to 6 V 0 V to 10 V 0 V to 20 V 0 V to 40 V...
  • Page 115 Common Specificatio ns of PS-A Series 400W model 800W model 1200W model Voltage setting accuracy ±(0.5%S ET+0.5%F.S): 23°C±5°C, after 30-minute aging Current setti ng ac racy ±(1%SET+1%F.S): 23° ±5° C, a fter 30- minute aging CV tempera ture coefficient 100 ppm/°C...
  • Page 116 Towa Fudosan Shin Yokohama Bldg. 8-13, Shin Yokohama, Kohoku-ku,Yokohama, Kanagawa, 222-0033 Japan http://www.texio.co.jp/...

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