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Operating Guide PS 9000 2U DC Laboratory Power Supply Attention! This document is only valid for devices with firmware “KE: 2.07” (standard models) rep. “KE: 2.03” (GPIB models) and “HMI: 2.06” or higher. For Doc ID: PS92UEN availability of updates for your device check our website or Revision: 07 contact us.
EPS Stromversorgung guarantees the functional competence of the applied technology and the stated performance parameters. The warranty period begins with the delivery of free from defects equipment. Terms of guarantee are included in the general terms and conditions (TOS) of EPS Stromversorgung. Limitation of liability All statements and instructions in this manual are based on current norms and regulations, up-to-date technology and our long term knowledge and experience.
• Claims of any sort due to damage caused by non-intended usage will not be accepted. • All damage caused by non-intended usage is solely the responsibility of the operator. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 6 Alter Postweg 101 •...
• must use the designated and recommended safety equipment. Furthermore, anyone working with the equipment is responsible for ensuring that the device is at all times techni- cally fit for use. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 7 Alter Postweg 101 •...
Qualified persons are those who are able through training, knowledge and experience as well as knowledge of the specific details to carry out all the required tasks, identify dangers and avoid personal and other risks. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
(2 RMS value: LF 0...300 kHz, PP value: HF 0...20 MHz (3 Typical value at 100% output voltage and 100% power (4 The display error adds to the error of the related actual value on the DC output. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 10 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(1 For technical specifications of the analog interface see „3.5.4.4 Analog interface specification“ on page 51 (2 Only in the standard version (3 Article number of the base version, devices with further options will have a different number EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 11 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(2 RMS value: LF 0...300 kHz, PP value: HF 0...20 MHz (3 Typical value at 100% output voltage and 100% power (4 The display error adds to the error of the related actual value on the DC output. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 12 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(1 For technical specifications of the analog interface see „3.5.4.4 Analog interface specification“ on page 51 (2 Only in the standard version (3 Article number of the base version, devices with further options will have a different number EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 13 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(2 RMS value: LF 0...300 kHz, PP value: HF 0...20 MHz (3 Typical value at 100% output voltage and 100% power (4 The display error adds to the error of the related actual value on the DC output. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 14 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(1 For technical specifications of the analog interface see „3.5.4.4 Analog interface specification“ on page 51 (2 Only in the standard version (3 Article number of the base version, devices with further options will have a different number EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 15 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(2 RMS value: LF 0...300 kHz, PP value: HF 0...20 MHz (3 Typical value at 100% output voltage and 100% power (4 The display error adds to the error of the related actual value on the DC output. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 16 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(1 For technical specifications of the analog interface see „3.5.4.4 Analog interface specification“ on page 51 (2 Only in the standard version (3 Article number of the base version, devices with further options will have a different number EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 17 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(2 RMS value: LF 0...300 kHz, PP value: HF 0...20 MHz (3 Typical value at 100% output voltage and 100% power (4 The display error adds to the error of the related actual value on the DC output. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 18 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(1 For technical specifications of the analog interface see „3.5.4.4 Analog interface specification“ on page 51 (2 Only in the standard version (3 Article number of the base version, devices with further options will have a different number EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 19 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(2 RMS value: LF 0...300 kHz, PP value: HF 0...20 MHz (3 Typical value at 100% output voltage and 100% power (4 The display error adds to the error of the related actual value on the DC output. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 20 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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(1 For technical specifications of the analog interface see „3.5.4.4 Analog interface specification“ on page 51 (2 Only in the standard version (3 Article number of the base version, devices with further options will have a different number EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 21 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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PS 9000 2U Series Figure 5 - View from above, with DC cover (terminal type 1) EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 24 Alter Postweg 101 • 86159 Augsburg Fax: +49 821 / 570451-25 info@eps-germany.de Germany...
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Used to toggle the DC output between on and off, also used to acknowledge alarms. The LEDs “On” and “Off” indicate the state of the DC output, no matter if the device is manually controlled or remotely. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
NOTE: other output values, as well as ripple also increase. This is a permanent feature which cannot be switched off. Device with this option will have a different ordering number. See 1.8.3. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 27 Alter Postweg 101 •...
(see 3.4.7) will be displayed in the lower half of the display, giving you quick access to set values and some information, while the actual regulation mode indicator “jumps” to the middle between the actual values: EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 28 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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In manual operation every set value can be set in the increments given above. In this case the actual output values set by the device will lie within percentage tolerances as shown in the technical data sheets. These will influence the actual values. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 29 Alter Postweg 101 •...
The input voltage range of the set values and the output voltage range of the monitor val- ues, as well as reference voltage level can be switched in the settings menu of the device between 0-5 V and 0-10 V, in each case for 0-100%. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 30 Alter Postweg 101 •...
The connection to a PC or other GPIB port is done with standard GPIB cables from stock, which can have straight or 90 ° connectors. When using cable with 90 ° connectors, the USB port will be inaccessible. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 31 Alter Postweg 101 •...
(see „1.8.3. Specific technical data“) • Before connecting to the mains ensure that the connection is as shown on the product label. Overvoltage on the AC supply can cause equipment damage. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 32 Alter Postweg 101 •...
The handles on the front are for sliding in and out of the cabinet. Slots on the front plate are provided for fixing the device (fixing screws not included). Acceptable and inacceptable installation positions: Standing surface EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 33 Alter Postweg 101 •...
M8 (8 mm) bolt on a brass block Screw clamp connection M6, on copper rail Recommendation: M8 ring lug with a 8.4 mm hole Recommendation: M6 ring lug with a 6.5 mm hole EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 34 Alter Postweg 101 •...
• If grounding one of the DC output poles check if any pole of the load is already grounded. This could lead to a short circuit! EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 35 Alter Postweg 101 •...
The analog interface is galvanically isolated from the device internally. Therefore do not con- nect any ground of the analog interface (AGND) to the DC minus output as this will cancel the galvanic isolation. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 36 Alter Postweg 101 •...
Wait a few seconds before testing the new IP by entering it in the browser’s URL box. Opening the website again by using the host name is only possible after the device has restarted, because only then the new IP is reported to the DNS. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 37 Alter Postweg 101 •...
In case of a firmware update, return of the equipment following repair or a location or configuration change, similar measures should be taken to those of initial start up. Refer to „2.3.11. Initial commission“. Only after successful checking of the device as listed may it be operated as usual. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 38 Alter Postweg 101 •...
CC and this message will be passed as a signal to the analog interface, as well stored as status which can also be read as a status message via digital interface. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
No status “CP” available if the adjusted power set value (Psel) is bigger than the derated actual output power of the device. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 40 Alter Postweg 101 •...
• the product of the output voltage and output current in the DC output reaches the adjusted OPP limit. This function serves to protect the connected load application so that this is not overloaded and possibly damaged due to an excessive power consumption. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 41 Alter Postweg 101 •...
The menu structure is shown schematically on the next page. Some setting parameters are self-explanatory, others are not. The latter will be explained on the pages following. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 42 Alter Postweg 101 • 86159 Augsburg Fax: +49 821 / 570451-25 info@eps-germany.de...
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3.4.3.6 Menu “About HW, SW...” This menu page displays an overview of device relevant data such as serial number, article number etc. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 44 Alter Postweg 101 • 86159 Augsburg Fax: +49 821 / 570451-25 info@eps-germany.de...
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This screen lists an overview of all active network and Ethernet port related settings and parameters, the status of DHCP, the MAC address and also the domain and host name, which can not be set in the device’s setup menu. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
I-max to 100 A while the currently adjusted current set value is 120 A, then the set value first would have to be reduced to 100 A or less. The same applies vice versa when adjusting I-min. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 46 Alter Postweg 101 •...
Any set values can be adjusted with the adjustment limits. For switching the digit to adjust, push the rotary knob that you are currently using to adjust the value. Every push moves the cursor under the digit in clock- wise order: EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 47 Alter Postweg 101 •...
See the external documentation “Programming Guide ModBus & SCPI” if you are using custom software, or refer to the external documentation of LabView VIs or other software provided by the manufacturer. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 48 Alter Postweg 101 •...
Programming details for the interfaces, the communication protocols etc. are to be found in the documentation “Programming Guide ModBus & SCPI“ which is supplied on the included USB stick or which is available as down- load from the manufacturer’s website. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 49 Alter Postweg 101 •...
Also see „3.6.2. Device alarm handling“. Acknowledgement is done with pin REM-SB switching the DC output off and on again, means a HIGH-LOW-HIGH edge (min. 50 ms for LOW). EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 50 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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*** Mains blackout, mains undervoltage or PFC error **** Only during remote control ***** The error of a set value input adds to the general error of the related value on the DC output of the device EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 51 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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If the pin is unconnected or the connected contact is open, the pin will be HIGH. With parameter “Analog interface REM-SB” being set to “normal”, it requests “DC output on”. So when activating remote control, the DC output will instantly switch on. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 52 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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Reading actual values Via the AI the output values for current and voltage can be monitored. These can be read using a standard multimeter or similar. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 53 Alter Postweg 101 • 86159 Augsburg Fax: +49 821 / 570451-25 info@eps-germany.de...
Triggers an alarm if the internal temperature reaches a certain limit. The Display, analog perature DC output will be switched off. IF, digital IF EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 54 Alter Postweg 101 • 86159 Augsburg Fax: +49 821 / 570451-25 info@eps-germany.de...
This request pop-up will appear: Unlock the HMI by pushing within 5 seconds, otherwise the pop-up will disappear and the HMI re- mains locked. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 55 Alter Postweg 101 • 86159 Augsburg Fax: +49 821 / 570451-25 info@eps-germany.de...
In the screen you can now select “View Profile n” in order to check the stored settings and to decide, whether this profile is going to be loaded or not. Navigate to “Load Profile n” and confirm with to finally load the profile into the work profile. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 56 Alter Postweg 101 •...
They can, if needed, be monitored by reading actual values and status. The master unit is not restricted and can be used like a stand-alone unit. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 57 Alter Postweg 101 •...
It is thus recommended to leave the DC output switched on as long as the battery is connected (equals to trickle charge) and only switch if off for connecting/disconnecting a battery. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
One PSU, preferably PSU 1, has to be set to Master for the E.U.T Share bus connection. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 59 Alter Postweg 101 • 86159 Augsburg Fax: +49 821 / 570451-25 info@eps-germany.de...
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When reaching 27 V, the power supply will deliver only the current needed to maintain the battery voltage. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
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USB port. For this the software “EPS Power Control” is needed which is included with the device or available as download from our website, together with the firmware update, or upon request. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
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The calibration procedure, as explained below, is an example with model PS 9080-120 2U. Other models are treated the same way, with values according to the particular PS model and the required load. EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de...
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Adjust it using the right-hand rotary knob, like would adjust a set value. Assure yourself the value is correct and submit with Repeat step 5. for the next three steps (total of four steps). EPS Stromversorgung GmbH Fon: +49 821 / 570451-0 www.eps-germany.de Page 63 Alter Postweg 101 •...
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Questions or problems with operation of the device, use of optional components, with the documentation or soft- ware, can be addressed to technical support either by telephone or e-Mail. Address e-Mail Telephone EPS Stromversorgung GmbH All issues: Switchboard: +49 821 / 570451-0 Alter Postweg 101 info@eps-germany.de...
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