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Gabriel Deherrera
April 21, 2025
i have the 7720 hypot,
my item came back from cal on lock condition
why cant i set my test parameters?
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Mr. Anderson
May 11, 2025
You can't set test parameters on the HypotMAX 7705 after calibration if it is in a lock condition because parameter adjustments are restricted to a special calibration mode. This mode is protected to prevent unauthorized changes, and access is likely limited or locked after calibration to maintain accuracy and compliance.
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6.5. Performing a Test..................46 6.5.1. Discharge Function in DC units ............46 6.5.2. Manual Voltage Adjustment ............. 47 7. Displayed Messages ....................48 7.1. Running Test Messages all units ..............48 7.2. Additional Displayed messages for DC units..........50 7.3.
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11.3.3. Calibration of 7715 AC Hipot Current ..........75 11.3.4. Calibration of 7710 DC Hipot Current ..........76 11.3.5. Calibration of 7720 DC Hipot Current ..........78 11.3.6. Calibration Complete Message ............79 12. Replacement Parts List ..................80 13. Schematic Index..................... 81 Index is located at the back of the manual.
1. Introduction 1.1. Warranty Policies Associated Research, Inc., certifies that the instrument listed in this manual meets or exceeds published manufacturing specifications. This instrument was calibrated using standards that are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
1.2. Safety Symbols 1.2.1. 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. Product will be marked with this symbol when hazardous voltages may be present. Product will be marked with this symbol at connections that require earth grounding.
Hipot Tester: Common term for dielectric-withstand test equipment. Hypot®: Registered trademark of Associated Research, Inc., for its dielectric-withstand test equipment. Gas, liquid or solid material which has a volume resistivity of at least 10 12 ohm-cm and is used Insulation: for the purpose of resisting current flow between conductors.
The instrument, its power cord, test leads, and accessories must be returned at least once a year to an Associated Research authorized service center for calibration and inspection of safety related components. Associated Research will not be held liable for injuries suffered if the instrument is not properly maintained and safety checked annually.
1.4.2. Test Station Location Select an area away from the main stream of activity which employees do not walk through in 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 the test operators should be allowed inside.
1.4.3. Test Operator Qualifications This instrument generates voltages and currents that can cause harmful or fatal electric shock and must only be operated by a skilled worker trained in its use. The operator should understand the electrical fundamentals of voltage, current, and resistance. They should recognize that the test instrument is a variable high-voltage power supply with the return circuit directly connected to earth ground, therefore, current from the high-voltage output will flow through any available ground path.
1.4.5. Device Under Test Never touch the Device Under Test (DUT) or anything connected to it while WARNING high voltage is being applied by the hipot. When testing with DC, always discharge the capacitance of the item under test and anything the high voltage may have contacted–such as test fixtures–before handling it or disconnecting the test leads.
1.5. Introduction to Product Safety Testing 1.5.1. The Importance of Safety Testing Product Safety Tests are specified during the design and development stages of a product as well as in the production of the products to insure that it meets basic safety requirements. These tests are designed to verify the safety of the electrical products in that they do not jeopardize the safety of the people, domestic animals, and property of anyone who may come in contact with these products.
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The equipment used for this test, a dielectric-withstand tester, is often called a “hipot” (for high potential tester). The “rule of thumb” for testing is to subject the product to twice its normal operating voltage, plus 1,000 volts. However, specific products may be tested at much higher voltages than 2X operating voltages + 1,000 volts.
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AC testing advantages AC testing is generally much more accepted by safety agencies than DC testing. The main reason for this is that most items being hipot tested will operate on AC voltages. AC hipot testing offers the advantage of stressing the insulation alternately in both polarities, which more closely simulates stresses the product will see in real use.
which will indicate failure almost immediately if the total current reaches the leakage threshold during the initial charging of the product under test. Since a DC hipot does charge the item under test, it becomes necessary to discharge the item after the test.
Compliance agency requirements vary on how different products are to be tested. Most specifications call for test currents of between 10 and 30 amps. Test voltages at these currents are typically required to be less than 12 volts. Maximum allowable resistance readings of the safety ground circuit are normally between 100 and 200 milliohms.
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current. Leakage current measurements are performed on products under normal conditions and single fault conditions as well as reversed polarity. This simulates possible problems, which could occur if the product under test is faulted or misused while the product is operating under high line conditions (110% of the highest input voltage rating of the product).
1.7. Key Features and Benefits: HypotMAX The SmartGFI provides maximum operator protection. Patented SmartGFI® If the circuit detects excessive leakage to ground it shuts down the high voltage in less than 1 millisecond. SmartGFI is automatically activated if the DUT is not grounded.
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Tamper proof front panel This makes it possible to limit user access to the setup screens so that only authorized personnel with a controls security code can change test parameters. The electronic dwell control helps keep test results Electronic dwell settings consistent by ensuring that the test duration is the same for each product tested.
2. Getting Started Introduction This section contains information for the unpacking, inspection, preparation for use and storage of your Associated Research, Inc., product. 2.1. Unpacking and Inspection 2.1.1. Packaging Your instrument was shipped in a custom foam insulated container that complies with ASTM...
If you do not have the original packaging materials, please follow these guidelines: • Wrap the instrument in a bubble pack or similar foam. Enclose the same information as above. • Use a strong double-wall container that is made for shipping instrumentation. 350-lb. test material is adequate.
The instrument is shipped with a three-wire power cable. When the cable is connected to an appropriate AC power source, the cable will connect the chassis to earth ground. The type of power cable shipped with each instrument depends on the country of destination. The output power supplies of this instrument are referenced directly to earth CAUTION ground.
Ramp-UP Range: 0.4 – 999.9 sec Ramp-DOWN Range: 0.0, 1.0 – 999.9 sec (0=OFF) Resolution: 0.1 sec increments ± (0.1% + 1 count) Accuracy: Ground Fault GFI Trip Current: 1 mA max Interrupt HV Shut Down < 1 ms (Actual Output Voltage discharge time is response: not included and vary due to load condition) 3.3.
3.6. Instrument Controls 3.6.1. Front Panel Controls 77XX ASSOCIATED AC WITHSTAND VOLTAGE TESTER RESEARCH, INC. 1. LCD DISPLAY: The 2x20-character display indicates test function, memory location, test parameter and failure type as well as test measurements during a test. 2. POWER SWITCH: Rocker style power switch with international ON ( | ) and OFF (0) markings.
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77XX ASSOCIATED AC WITHSTAND VOLTAGE TESTER RESEARCH, INC. 7. UP-DOWN ARROW KEYS: Use these keys to enter and move through the function parameter menu for test parameter setup. 8. SETUP: Use this key to enter the setup menu and view or change the display contrast, alarm volume, and PLC remote settings.
3.6.2. Rear Panel Controls 1. CHASSIS GROUND (EARTH) TERMINAL: This terminal should be connected to a good earth ground before operation. 2. CALIBRATION BUTTON: To put the instrument into the calibration mode, push this button and turn on the power switch simultaneously. 3.
3.7. Quickstart This quick start guide assumes the operator has some familiarity with automated Electrical Safety testing. Locate a suitable testing area and be sure you have read all safety instructions WARNING for the operation of the instrument and suggestions on the test area set-up in the Safety section.
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of this tester but they are not intended to be held by the operator during the test while the high voltage is energized. Please insure that you do not make contact with the alligator clip or the clip insulator while high voltage is energized. Remote Interlock HypotMAX is equipped with a featured referred to as “Remote Interlock”.
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ENTER key. The results of the last test in the process will be followed by the first test when scrolling through the results. All buffers are cleared at the start of the next test cycle. Pressing the EXIT key will return you to the Settings screen.
4. System Settings 4.1. SETUP Key Parameters At the Setting, Pass, or Fail screen press the SETUP key. Use the SETUP key to progress through the menu of System Parameters. Successive key presses will advance the menu forward. The sequential forward menu items are: PLC Remote, Fail Stop, Contrast, Alarm, Smart GFI, GPIB address, BUS Remote Command Set, Memory Lock.
If the Fail stop is off and a failure occurs during the test sequence, the RESET button will light and a short alarm will sound but the sequence will continue to the end. At the end of the test sequence, the RESET button will light and alarm will sound indicating failure during the sequence.
Use the Numeric keys to enter the Audible Alarm level, then press the ENTER key. The program will provide a sample sound for checking immediately when the ENTER key is pressed. Change the Volume again or press the SETUP key to forward to the Smart GFI selection. Press the EXIT key to return to the operation mode.
4.1.6. GPIB Address Only appears if the GPIB option 01 is installed Press the SETUP key to advance the menu to the GPIB address parameter. The display will show: GPIB addr Range: 0-31 Use the Numeric keys to enter the GPIB Address, then press the ENTER key. Change the GPIB address again or press the SETUP key to advance to the Memory Lock parameter.
Toggle the Memory Lock function or press the SETUP key to forward to the PLC Remote selection. Press the EXIT key to return to the operation mode. The program will store the Memory Lock setting automatically. 4.2. LOCK/LOCAL Key 4.2.1. Lock Function Press the LOCK/LOCAL key.
4.3. Password Setting Press the “4” and “7” keys simultaneously and then turn the input power switch on. The program will automatically enter to the Password Setting mode and the display screen will show: Password Password X X X X Range : 0 - 9 9 9 9 Range : 0 - 9 9 9 9 The Password can be any four (4) digit number.
5. Test Parameters Setup Procedures 5.1. Test Parameters Description of Test Parameters Voltage: The Voltage that is applied to the High Voltage and Return terminals or the Current and Return terminals during a test. HI-Limit: A maximum current or resistance threshold that when exceeded triggers a failure. LO-Limit: A minimum current or resistance threshold that when not exceeded triggers a failure.
5.2. Setting Up Tests Before going to setup the Test Parameters, make sure that the Keyboard is in the Unlock mode, and then follow this procedure to setup the Test Parameters. Press the Memory key and using the numeric keypad enter the Memory number you would like to edit and then press the ENTER key.
Press the EXIT key to exit from the setting mode to the operation mode if all parameters have been set. 5.2.3. LO-Limit Current setting Advance the menu to the LO-Limit parameter. The display will show: LO-Limit = XXX.X µA LO-Limit = X.XXX mA Range: 0.000 –...
5.2.6. Dwell Time setting Advance the menu to the Dwell Time parameter. The display will show: Dwell Time = XXX.X s Dwell Time = XXX.X m Range : 0.3 - 999.9s 0 = Const. Range : 0.4 - 999.9m 0 =Const. Use the Numeric keys to enter the Dwell Time setting, and then press the ENTER key.
5.2.9. Arc Detect and Arc Sensitivity Selection Advance the menu to the Arc Detection selection. The display will show: Arc Detect = Arc Detect = O F F <ENTER> to Select <ENTER> to Select Use the ENTER key to toggle the Arc Detect mode, then press the ∧ or ∨ key to advance the program to the Arc Sense parameter or press the EXIT key to exit from the setting mode to the operation mode.
5.2.11. Charge-LO setting (DC units only) Advance the menu to the Charge-LO parameter. The display will show: Charge-LO = XXX.X µA <TEST> to Auto Set The Charge-LO function is used to check if the test cables are connected properly at the beginning of a test.
Use the ENTER key to toggle the Connect Mode ON and OFF. This function when turned ON will connect or link the current memory to the next memory. This Allows HypotMAX to Run 50 consecutive tests in a sequence if desired. 5.3.
5.5. Memory and Default System Parameter Initialization Warning Initializing the instrument will overwrite all memories with the ACW Default parameters! Press the “0” and the “1” keys and power the instrument at the same time. A question will appear on the display as follows: Defaults? SETUP=Yes EXIT=No Pressing the SETUP key will load the Default Test and System parameters.
6. Operating Instructions 6.1. Preparation and Instrument Connections Before the operation of this instrument, make sure that all Test Parameters have been set properly according to the Test Parameters Setup Procedures. Also, check the system setting of Remote Control, LCD Contrast, the Alarm Volume, and Fail Stop. Be sure to connect the appropriate test leads to the device under test (DUT) or test fixture.
6.3. Settings Screen The settings screen will show parameter settings of the test that will be performed and the memory location that they are stored in. This screen can be accessed after a test is Aborted or Passed by pressing the RESET button or after a test failure by pressing the RESET button twice.
6.5. Performing a Test 1. From the Settings screen, press the MEMORY key and select the memory you wish to perform using the numeric keypad then press the ENTER key to return you to the Perform Test screen. 2. Attach the appropriate load or DUT to the instrument (refer to section 6.1 for instrument connections).
The voltage and time of the discharging DUT will be displayed during the discharge period but this information is only intended for reference and cannot be reviewed after the end of the discharge period. The process signal of the remote I/O remains active during the discharge period and the high voltage lightning bolt indicator on the front panel of the instrument is also active during the discharge period.
7. Displayed Messages 7.1. Running Test Messages all units If the test in process is Aborted with the RESET button or remote control, the display will show: MXX Abort XXX.X s XX.XX KV XX.XX mA If the test in process is Aborted with the RESET button or remote control before the meter readings are taken, the display will show: MXX Abort XXX.X s...
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If the DUT current exceeds the HI-Limit of AC Withstand Voltage test and the leakage current is not within the metering range, the display will show: MXX HI-Limit XXX.X s > 10 mA XX.XX KV If the DUT current is well beyond the metering range of AC Withstand Voltage test the instrument assumes that the failure is due to a short circuit, the display will show: MXX Short XXX.X s...
7.2. Additional Displayed messages for DC units If the Ramp-HI function is enabled and the leakage current during the Ramp cycle exceeds 9.999mA for the model 7710 or 5mA for the model 7720, then the display will show: MXX Ramp-HI XXX.X s MXX Ramp-HI XXX.X s...
“Fatal Error” mode and requires that the instrument be serviced by Associated Research. The customer should contact Associated Research, Inc to receive further instruction. An example of the Fatal Error screen appears as...
8. Remote Control Two 9-pin “D” type connectors are mounted on the rear panel that provide REMOTE-INPUT- OUTPUT control and information. These connectors mate with 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.
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The following describes how the relays operate for each test condition: PROCESSING – The relay contact closes the connection between pin (5) and pin (6) while the instrument is performing a test. The connection is opened at the end of the test. The process contact is closed all the way through to the end of the discharge cycle in DC units.
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DO NOT CONNECT VOLTAGE OR CURRENT TO THE SIGNAL CAUTION INPUTS, THIS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUITRY. MEMORY ONE – Momentarily connecting terminal 7 to 8 signals the instrument to immediately begin the test program that is stored in memory one. MEMORY TWO –...
9. Bus Remote Interface GPIB / RS-232 This section provides information on the proper use and configuration of bus remote interface. The RS-232 remote interface is standard on model 77XX but the GPIB (IEEE-488) interface option can be substituted for the RS-232 interface. Please refer to the Option section of this manual for details on the HypotMAX options.
Data Lines: The eight data lines, DI01 through DI08 carry data and command messages. The 7-bit ASCII or ISO code set is used and the eighth bit DI08 is unused. Handshake Lines: The transfer of message bytes between devices is done via three asynchronous control lines.
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. For example 1 GPIB controller and a maximum of 14 GPIB instruments.
9.8. RS-232 Interface This interface is standard on HypotMAX. This interface provides all of the control commands and parameter setting commands of the GPIB interface with the exception of some of the 488.2 Common Commands and SRQ capability. All commands can be found in the command list, section 9.9.1 to 9.9.6 of this manual.
When sending the command none of the previous mentioned characters should be included, they are only for reference purposes in this manual. Nor should quotation (“ ”) marks be include when sending the commands. Also the command and the parameter data must be separated with a space.
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ADD <test,p1,p2,p3…> This command edits all parameters in a memory location. Parameters will be edited at the memory location that has been selected. The parameter <test> indicates the test type. The test type values ACW or DCW must be used. The parameters <p1,p2> etc. indicate the individual settings for each test. All parameters must be included with the command and should appear in the same order that is shown in the table below.
9.9.3. Test Parameter Editing Commands and Companion Queries These commands are used to modify the test parameter within each memory. These commands require a parameter value to be included with the command. The companion query command will read the parameter. The writing of the parameter requires that the unit not be included with the value, only the numeric value should be included with the command.
9.9.4. System Parameter Editing Commands and Companion Queries These commands are used to modify the system parameters for the instrument. These commands require a parameter value to be included with the command. The companion query command will read the parameter using the same value that is used for setting the parameter. Command Name Value...
9.9.5. Query Commands These query commands will retrieve data from the instrument. The GPIB bus application requires an IEEE-488 read command to be sent after the query command. These commands include functions for retrieving test data, test results and remote hardware status as well as setup file information.
*ESR?, *ESE, *ESE? and *STB? Command Name Description *IDN? Identification Query Associated Research Inc., Model Number, Serial Number, Firmware Revision *RST Reset Command Resets HypotMAX *TST?
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*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. Does not clear the power-on-status-clear flag.
*ESE? Queries the Standard Event enable register. Returns the decimal value of the binary-weighted sum of bits. *STB? Read the Status Byte. Returns the decimal value of the binary-weighted sum of bits. *SRE <value> Service Request enable register controls which bits from the Status Byte should be use to generate a service request when the bit value = 1.
Standard Event Register Status Byte Register Bit Binary Event Register Enable Summary Register Enable weight Register Register Operation Complete ALL PASS not used FAIL Query Error ABORT Device Error TEST IN PROCESS Execution Error Message Available (MAV) Command Error Event Summary Bit (ESB) not used Request Service (RQS) or not used...
If you wish to set the Ramp-UP time of the test across the IEEE bus at 10 seconds, do the following, send the string "ERU 10.00". This tells the instrument to set the Ramp-UP time at 10.00 seconds. To read the live testing data, first send the string "TD?" then send the GPIB command to read.
10. 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.
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Auto Print Please press the SETUP key to enter the Setup menu. Press the SETUP key six more times to scroll to the Auto Print selection the screen will show: AUTO Pr int = ON AUTO Pr int = OFF <ENTER>...
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Form Feed Please press the SETUP key. The Form Feed screen appears as follows: For m Feed = ON Pr int Mode = OFF <ENTER> to Select <ENTER> to Select This command forces a form feed after each complete test sequence. When the form feed is turned off the pages will break whenever the page is determined to be full by the printer.
Inc. for its annual calibration. In order to be eligible for the extended warranty instruments must be purchased and used in North America and returned to Associated Research, Inc. for calibration service at least once every twelve months. A 3-Year warranty is also available for instruments purchased and used in North America.
11.2. Calibration Initialization Press and hold the calibration key on the rear panel with a pen, pencil, or small screwdriver while powering ON the HypotMAX. The HypotMAX enters calibration mode after the power on sequence is complete. The program will automatically enter to the calibration mode and the display screen will show: Calibration Mode ∨...
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Connect a resistor about 100KΩ/40W in series with a AC standard Ammeter which can measure up to 20.00mA to the output leads. The Ammeter should be connected to the return lead, then press the TEST button, the program will automatically generate an output of about 2000V/20mA and the display will show: Current = Enter Standard I-out...
11.3.3. Calibration of 7715 AC Hipot Current AC Hipot, 10mA current range Press the ∨ key, the program will advance to the AC 10.00mA range calibration of the hipot test. The display will show: AC 10.00mA, 100KΩ <T E S T> t o C a l i b r a t e Connect a resistor about 100KΩ/10W in series with a AC standard Ammeter which can measure up to 10.00mA to the output leads.
Use the Numeric keys to enter the standard value of current, unit mA, and then press the ENTER key to store the standard value of AC 3.500mA range of the hipot test and the display will show: AC 3.500mA, 100KΩ <T E S T>...
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Connect a resistor about 100KΩ/10W in series with a DC standard Ammeter which can measure up to 3000µA to the output leads. The Ammeter should be connected to the return lead, then press the TEST button, the program will automatically generate an output of about 300V/3000µA and the display will show: µA Current =...
11.3.5. Calibration of 7720 DC Hipot Current DC Hipot, 5.00mA current range Press the ∨ key, the program will advance to the DC 5.00mA range calibration of the hipot test. The display will show: DC 5.00mA, 100KΩ <T E S T> t o C a l i b r a t e Connect a resistor about 100KΩ/2.5W in series with a DC standard Ammeter which can measure up to 5.00mA to the output leads.
Use the Numeric keys to enter the standard value of current, unit µA, and then press the ENTER key to store the standard value of DC 3500µA range of hipot test and the display will show: DC 3500µA, 100KΩ <T E S T> t o C a l i b r a t e DC Hipot, 350µA current range Press the ∨...
12. Replacement Parts List Rev: B 1/23/2006 ECO: 5162 Part Number Qty. Ref. Designator Description Supplied Accessories 37801 3U Rack Mount Handle 37800 3U Rack Mount Bracket 38549 Screws Handle to Bracket 37780 Fuse 6.3A 250V Slow Blow 20mm 38686 (7715 and 7720 only) High Voltage Cable 38694...
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i have the 7720 hypot, my item came back from cal on lock condition why cant i set my test parameters?
You can't set test parameters on the HypotMAX 7705 after calibration if it is in a lock condition because parameter adjustments are restricted to a special calibration mode. This mode is protected to prevent unauthorized changes, and access is likely limited or locked after calibration to maintain accuracy and compliance.
This answer is automatically generated