Page 1 Programmable AC/DC Power Source ASR-2000 Series USER MANUAL ISO-9001 CERTIFIED MANUFACTURER...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........5 GETTING STARTED ............9 ASR-2000 Series Overview ........10 Appearance ............15 Theory of Operation ..........24 OPERATION ..............32 Set Up ..............34 Menu Tree ............. 58 Basic Operation ............. 63 Advanced Settings ..........
Page 4 ASR-2000 Series User Manual TEST MODE FUNCTION ..........141 Sequence Mode ........... 142 Simulate Mode ............ 159 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE ........172 Interface Configuration ........173 FAQ ................192 APPENDIX ..............193 Firmware Update ..........193 Factory Default Settings ........195 Error Messages &...
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Error! Use the Home tab to apply 標題 1 to the text that you want to appear here. AFETY INSTRUCTIONS This chapter contains important safety instructions that you must follow during operation and storage. Read the following before any operation to ensure your safety and to keep the instrument in the best possible condition.
Page 6 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. Please use a separate collection facility or contact the supplier from which this instrument was purchased. Safety Guidelines Do not place any heavy object on the ASR-2000.
Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AC Input voltage range: Power Supply  100 ~ 240 Vac WARNING Frequency: 47 ~ 63 Hz  To avoid electrical shock connect the protective  grounding conductor of the AC power cord to an earth ground. The power switch that is included in the ...
Page 8 ASR-2000 Series User Manual (Pollution Degree) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their requirements as follows. The ASR-2000 falls under degree Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous (ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric strength or surface resistivity”.
Page 9: Getting Started
This chapter describes the ASR-2000 power supply in a nutshell, including its main features and front / rear panel introduction. ASR-2000 ASR-2000R ASR-2000 Series Overview ........10 Series lineup ..................10 Operating Area ................. 10 Main Features ................... 12 Accessories ..................13 Appearance ............
Page 10: Asr-2000 Series Overview
ASR-2000 Series User Manual ASR-2000 Series Overview Series lineup The ASR-2000 series consists of 4 models, the ASR-2050, ASR-2100, ASR-2050R and ASR-2100R, differing only in capacity and front panel output. Note that throughout the user manual, the term “ASR-2000” refers to any of the models, unless stated otherwise.
Page 11 GETTING STARTED...
Page 12: Main Features
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Main Features Maximum AC output voltage is 350 Vrms Performance  Maximum DC output voltage is 500 Vdc  Maximum output frequency is 999.9 Hz in AC  mode Supported AC+DC waveform application  DC full capacity output ability ...
Page 13: Accessories
GETTING STARTED Include sine, square, triangle, arbitrary and DC  Features output waveforms Variable voltage, frequency and current limiter  Harmonic voltage and current analysis ability  Excellent and feature-rich measurement  capacity Sequence and simulate function  External input amplification ...
Page 14 ASR-2000 Series User Manual GTL-123 Test leads: 1x red, 1x black GTL-246 USB CABLE (USB 2.0 Type A- Type B Cable, Approx. 1.2M) Factory Part number Description Installed Options Optional 1 RS232 + GPIB interface Optional 2 European Output Socket...
Page 15: Appearance
GETTING STARTED Appearance Front Panel Item Index Description Power switch button USB interface connector (A Type) LCD screen Display mode select key Function keys (blue zone) Lock/Unlock button V/V-Limit button F/F-Limit button Irms/IPK-Limit button Range key/Output mode key Menu key/On phase key Shift key...
Page 16 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Test key/Output waveform key Enter key Preset key/Local mode key Cancel key/ALM CLR key Output key Scroll wheel Arrow keys Air inlet Hardcopy key Output socket (ASR-2100/2050 only) Item Description Power Switch Turn on the mains power...
Page 17 GETTING STARTED Function Keys Assigned to the functions displayed on the right side of the screen Lock/Unlock Key Used to lock or unlock the front panel keys except output key. Simply press to lock, whilst long press to unlock. Shift Key Turns on the shift state, which enables shortcut operations with an icon indicated on the top status bar.
Page 18 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Irms Used for setting the maximum output current IPK-Limit Used to set the peak output current limit value Range Key Switches between the 100V, 200V and AUTO ranges Output Mode Selects between the AC+DC-INT, AC- INT, DC-INT, AC+DC-EXT, AC-EXT,...
Page 19 The arrow keys are used to select the digit power of a value that is being edited Air Inlet Air inlet for cooling the inside of the ASR-2000 series Output Socket Output voltage socket, which has 2 versions in accordance with different regions: Universal and European types, in front panel.
Page 20: Rear Panel
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Rear Panel Item Index Description Line input Output terminal Remote sensing input terminal Exhaust fan External I/O connector External signal input/ External synchronized signal input USB interface connector (B Type) Ethernet (LAN) connector Optional 1 interfaces (RS232C & GPIB connectors)
Page 21 GETTING STARTED Item Description Line Input AC inlet Output Terminal Output voltage terminal (M3 screw type, 10 ~ 18 AWG) Remote Sensing Compensation of load wire Input Terminal voltage drop. Only +S and –S are available for compensation. N.C. terminals are N/A. Refer to page 101 for details.
Page 22 ASR-2000 Series User Manual External Signal Synchronizing the output Input Connector frequency with this external input signal for SYNC or outputting the amplified external signal with this external input signal for EXT and ADD. USB port for controlling the ASR-...
Page 23: Status Bar Icons
GETTING STARTED Status Bar Icons Status bar Status bar Indicates if the output is ON or OFF. Indicates the output power as a percentage of full scale. Indicates if the output range is 100V, 200V or AUTO. Indicates if the output waveform is Sine, Square, Triangle or ARB 1 - 16.
Page 24: Theory Of Operation
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Theory of Operation The theory of operation chapter describes the basic principles of operation, protection modes and important considerations that must be taken into account before use. Description of ASR-2000 System System block are composed of the parts described below.
Page 25: Glossary
GETTING STARTED Glossary The maximum value of the output power capacity Rate Output will be provided consecutively when the following Maximum Power Capacity situations exist: Output voltage is 100 to 175 V within the 100 V range. Output voltage is 200 to 350 V within the 200 V range.
Page 26 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Equation: The maximum value of the output current (peak Maximum Peak Current (AC-INT value) will be provided consecutively to a capacitor mode only) input-type rectifying load when the following situations exist: Output voltage is 100 to 175 V within the 100 V range.
Page 27: Alarms
100%. Ratio Alarms The ASR-2000 series have a number of protection features. When one of the protection alarms is tripped, the ALM icon on the display will be lit and the type of alarm that has been tripped will be shown on the display.
Page 28 ASR-2000 Series User Manual This alarm is activated and output will be disabled Abnormal Internal immediately when internal control abnormality is Control detected. Beware that all operations will be disabled except for the power shutdown operation if an error occurs.
Page 29: Considerations
GETTING STARTED Considerations The following situations should be taken into consideration when using the power supply. When the power supply switch is first turned on, Inrush Current an inrush current is generated. Ensure there is enough power available for the power supply when first turned on, especially if a number of units are turned on at the same time.
Page 30 Ensure the connected diode meets the following CAUTION specifications between the load, either capacitor or inductor, and the ASR-2000 series power supplies.  Maximum reverse voltage: 600 V or higher  Maximum forward current: 15 A or more for 100V...
Page 31: Grounding
GETTING STARTED Grounding The output terminals of the ASR-2000 series are isolated with respect to the protective grounding terminal. The insulation capacity of the load, the load cables and other connected devices must be taken into consideration when connected to the protective ground or when floating.
Page 32 ASR-2000 Series User Manual PERATION Set Up ..............34 Power Up ................... 34 How to Use the Instrument ............34 Output Terminals ................37 Installing GET-003/GET-004 Box Series (ASR-2000R only) 41 Using the Rack Mount Kit ............. 44 Reset to Factory Default Settings ..........46 View Firmware Version and Serial Number .......
Page 33: Operation
OPERATION Turning the Output On/Off ............99 Advanced Settings ..........100 Using the Remote Sense Function ..........100 Local Sense ................ 100 Remote Sense ..............101 Preset Settings ................. 103 Save Preset Settings to Local Memory ......103 Load Preset Settings to Local Memory ......104 Manage Preset Settings ............
Page 34: Set Up
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Set Up Power Up 1. Connect the power cord to Steps the rear panel socket. 2. Press the POWER key. The splash screen will appear momentarily before the continuous mode screen appears with the settings loaded.
Page 35 OPERATION 1. Turn the scroll wheel to select Selecting Menu parameters in menus and lists. The Items selected parameter will be highlighted in orange. The scroll wheel is also used to increment/decrement setting values. 2. Press the Enter key to edit the parameter or to enter the selected menu.
Page 36 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Cursor 3. Repeat the steps above for all the relevant digits. 4. Press the Enter key to confirm the edit. By default the cursor starts at the lowest digit of value. Note The function keys are quick settings keys, the...
Page 37: Output Terminals
OPERATION Function keys Corresponding quick settings 3. Repeat the steps above for all the relevant digits. Output Terminals The output terminals can be output from either the Background front panel or from the rear panel. The outputs are limited to 5 A / 2.5 A (ASR-2050), 10 A / 5 A (ASR-2100).
Page 38 ASR-2000 Series User Manual For the front panel output, the maximum output CAUTION voltage is 250 VAC and current is 10 A. 1. The front panel has a multi-region power Front Panel socket depending on the socket type. Output Connection 2.
Page 39 OPERATION 2. Remove the protective lid from the output terminals by loosening the screw. 3. Connect the output AC power wires to the AC output terminals. Red  Line (L)  Black  Neutral (N)  Green  GND ( ) ...
Page 40 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 5. Fasten the screw of protective lid with the unit. 6. Turn the power on. The AC power supply is now ready to power the DUT. Grounded Neutral Output: Note ASR-2000 allows for a grounded return on the neutral output.
Page 41: Installing Get-003/Get-004 Box Series (Asr-2000R Only)
OPERATION Installing GET-003/GET-004 Box Series (ASR-2000R only) There are optional box series which are applicable Background to the ASR-2050R and ASR-2100R for additional power output socket in the front panel. Optional Modules GET-003 Universal Socket GET-004 European Socket Dangerous voltages. Ensure that the power to the WARNING instrument is disabled before handling the GET- 003/004 installation.
Page 42 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 3. Align the 2 hooks of GET-003/004 with the 2 rectangular grooves on the flank of ASR-2000R unit and slide GET-003/004 horizontally. 4. Gently slide the GET-003/004 into place until click to have it level with ASR-2000R evenly.
Page 43 OPERATION 6. Connect the output AC power wires from the GET-003/004 to the AC output terminals. Red  Line (L)  Black  Neutral (N)  Green  GND ( )  7. Cover the protective lid back to the output terminals followed by fastening the screw of protective lid with the unit.
Page 44: Using The Rack Mount Kit
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Using the Rack Mount Kit The ASR-2000 and ASR-2000R have the following Background optional Rack Mount kits, respectively. Unit Model Rack Mount kit part number ASR-2000 GRA-439-E ASR-2000R ASR-2000 GRA-439-J ASR-2000R The GRA-439-E is designed to fit into an EIA rack of 3U-height, while the GRA-439-J is designed to fit into a JIS rack of 3U-height.
Page 45 OPERATION GRA-439-J Series GRA-439-J Rack Mount Diagram (ASR-2000) GRA-439-J Rack Mount Diagram (ASR-2000R) GRA-439-J Rack Mount Diagram (Dual ASR-2000Rs) Ensure adequate ventilation is provided when using CAUTION the rack mount. Ensure that a gap is given for air intakes. Failure to do so may cause the instrument to overheat.
Page 46: Reset To Factory Default Settings
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Reset to Factory Default Settings The default settings can be restored from the Menu Background key settings. See page 195 for the default factory settings. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps settings will appear on the display.
Page 47: View Firmware Version And Serial Number
OPERATION View Firmware Version and Serial Number The Menu>System Information setting displays the Background serial number and firmware version. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display. 2. The system information should now be listed in the item 1, System Information, on the display 3.
Page 48: Edit Arbitrary Waveform
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Edit Arbitrary Waveform The arbitrary waveform editing function is to Background select built-in arbitrary waveforms. There are a number of built-in waveform shapes to choose from, each of which can be customized with varied attributes. Finally, choose an ARB NO.
Page 49 OPERATION The triangle waveform has a settable number of percentage. Attributes: Sym: 0 ~ 100% ARB NO: 1 ~ 16 STAIR The staircase waveform has a settable number of step levels. Attributes: Stairs: 1 ~ 100 ARB NO: 1 ~ 16 CLIP Outputs a clipped sinewave.
Page 50 ASR-2000 Series User Manual CF-1 Crest factor (CF-1) waveform. The crest factor is settable. Attributes: CF: 1.1 ~ 10.0 ARB NO: 1 ~ 16 CF-2 Crest factor (CF-2) waveform. The crest factor is settable. Attributes: CF: 1.5 ~ 2.0 ARB NO: 1 ~ 16...
Page 51 OPERATION DST01-22 The DST01-22 waveform shape function simply adds a number Fourier series terms to create an arbitrary waveform. Attributes: Type: 1 ~ 22 (Number of selectable ARB waveforms) ARB NO: 1 ~ 16 4. Press Save[F1] to save the Save Arbitrary Edit settings.
Page 52: Usb Driver Installation
USB driver needs to be installed. The USB driver, both gw_asr.inf and gw_asr.cat can be Note downloaded from the GW Instek website. For information on the USB interface, see page 174. 1. Connect the rear panel USB -B port on the...
Page 53 OPERATION 4. From the hardware wizard choose Browse my computer driver software. 5. Set the file path to the location of the USB driver, click Next and finish the driver installation. 6. ASR-2000 will now be located in the Ports node of the hardware tree in the Windows Device Manager if the driver installation was successful.
Page 54: Filter Installation
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Filter Installation The ASR-2000 has a filter (GW Instek part number, Background ASR-001) that must first be inserted under the control panel before operation. 1. Loose the screw embedded beneath the air inlet Steps as indicated within the figure below.
Page 55 OPERATION 4. The air filter is positioned in the rear side of frame of air inlet. Simply rinse it or replace the filter with a new one based on the actual status. 5. Repeat the previous steps conversely to reinstall the air inlet with new filter back to unit.
Page 56: Wire Gauge Considerations
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Wire Gauge Considerations Before connecting the output terminals to a load, Background the wire gauge of the cables should be considered. It is essential that the current capacity of the load cables is adequate. The rating of the cables must equal or exceed the maximum current rated output of the instrument.
Page 57 OPERATION To minimize noise pickup or radiation, the load wires and remote sense wires should be twisted- pairs of the shortest possible length. Shielding of the sense leads may be necessary in high noise environments. Where shielding is used, connect the shield to the chassis via the rear panel ground screw.
Page 58: Menu Tree
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Menu Tree Convention Use the menu trees as a handy reference for the power supply functions and properties. The ASR-2050 / ASR- 2050R / ASR-2100 / ASR-2100R menu system is arranged in a hierarchical tree. Each hierarchical level, which is coated in varied colors, can be navigated through the orders within the diagrams below.
Page 59: Main Page
OPERATION Main Page Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Main Page MODE AC+DC-INT FREQ IRMS ON phs OFF phs WAVE Test FIXED FIXED FREE FREE ARB 1~16 AC-INT FREQ IRMS ON phs OFF phs WAVE Test FIXED FIXED FREE...
Page 60: Function Keys
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Function Keys AC+DC-INT, AC+DC-EXT, AC-EXT, AC+DC-ADD, AC-ADD Function Keys Vavg Vamx Vmin Iavg Iamx Imin IpkH IpkH HOLD AC-INT Function Keys Vavg Vamx Vmin THDv Iavg Iamx Imin IpkH THDi IpkH HOLD...
Page 61: Dc-Int
OPERATION DC-INT Function Keys Vavg Vamx Vmin Iavg Iamx Imin IpkH IpkH HOLD AC+DC-Sync, AC-Sync Function Keys Vavg Vamx Vmin Iavg Iamx Imin IpkH IpkH Freq HOLD...
Page 62: Menu
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Menu System Information MISC Configuration T Ipeak, hold IPK CLR Power ON Buzzer Remote Sense EXEC Slew Rate Mode Output Relay THD Format External Control V Unit(TRI, ARB)
Page 63: Basic Operation
OPERATION Basic Operation This section describes the basic operations required to operate the power supply. Select the Output Mode → from page 64  Select the Voltage Range → from page 66  Select the Output Waveform → from page 67 ...
Page 64: Select The Output Mode
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Select the Output Mode The ASR-2000 has up to 9 modes to output, which Background empower user to have multiple applications for different scenarios. 1. Press Shift + Range to access the Steps MODE selection menu.
Page 65 OPERATION 2. Choose an output mode with scroll wheel. Description Mode AC & DC Internal Output AC+DC-INT AC Internal Output AC-INT DC Internal Output DC-INT AC & DC External Output AC+DC-EXT AC External Output AC-EXT AC+DC-ADD AC & DC Additional Output AC Additional Output AC-ADD AC+DC-Sync AC &...
Page 66: Select The Voltage Range
ASR-2000 Series User Manual The signal source is from Sync internal. The output frequency is synchronized with the external TTL input signal or the power line. This frequency setting can't be set through the control panel or the remote control. All of...
Page 67: Select The Output Waveform
OPERATION 2. Set the voltage range with the F1 ~ F4 soft-keys. F1: AUTO F3: 200V Soft-keys F4: 100V 3. Press Enter to confirm the Range setting. Example Range setting The output voltage values set by user can be divided Note into 2 manual settings, both of which have close relation with voltage range that contains high range...
Page 68 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 1. Press Shift + Test to access the Steps Wave menu. Alternatively, it is available to use scroll wheel followed by the Enter key to enter the Wave menu. 2. Choose a waveform with scroll wheel.
Page 69 OPERATION 3. Press Enter to confirm the waveform setting. Wave setting  Waveform selection is Not available under DC-INT, Note AC+DC-EXT and AC-EXT output modes.  For more details about Arbitrary waveforms, refer to the page 113.  When changing to a waveform with setting higher than the upper limit of other waveform, the setting of other waveform will be adjusted to zero forcibly.
Page 70 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Setting the Output Voltage Limit Setting the voltage limit allows the output voltage Background to be set to any level within the voltage limit range. 1. Press Shift + V to access the Volt Steps Limit menu.
Page 71 OPERATION When it is under AC-INT, AC-ADD or AC-Sync mode. Use the scroll wheel to set value of Vrms limit directly or use the F3 (MAX) and F4 (MIN) soft-keys to set the limit to the maximum or minimum value. AC–INT, AC-ADD, AC-Sync 10% ~ 100% full range Range...
Page 72 ASR-2000 Series User Manual VPK+ Setting VPK- Setting Both the VPK+ and VPK- Limit values defined by user Note will be generally applied to AC+DC-INT, DC-INT, AC+DC-ADD and AC+DC-Sync modes under the same voltage range, which divides into 2 levels, high range including AUTO and 200V and low range covering 100V.
Page 73 OPERATION Setting the Output AC/DC Voltage & Gain The ACV, DCV and Gain settings set the output Background voltage level. Before setting the power supply voltage level, set the voltage range and voltage limit beforehand. 1. Press the V key. The ACV Steps parameter will be selectable.
Page 74 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 2. Set ACV/DCV/GAIN value with the scroll wheel or with the F1 ~ F4 soft-keys. AC+DC-INT, AC-INT, DC-INT 0 volts ~ full range Range Soft-keys DEF1, DEF2, MAX, MIN AC+DC-EXT, AC-EXT, AC-VCA 0 times ~ full range...
Page 75 OPERATION 5. Press and hold either the DEF1 or DEF2 soft- key until “Saved to DEF1/2” is displayed, which indicates the voltage and gain settings are saved to the DEF1 or DEF2 soft-key individually.  Trying to set the voltage outside of the voltage Note limit/range will result in a voltage setting error being displayed on the screen.
Page 76: Setting The Frequency Limit
ASR-2000 Series User Manual 1. Vrms can only be set up to 144.3 Vrms / 288.6 Vrms for triangular waveform. 2. Go to Menu -> MISC -> V Unit to select the voltage Note set value unit. Setting the Frequency Limit...
Page 77 OPERATION AC+DC-INT, AC+DC-ADD 1.00 ~ 999.9 Hz Range Freq Hi Limit MAX, MIN Soft-keys 1.00 ~ 999.9 Hz Range Freq Lo Limit MAX, MIN Soft-keys Freq Hi Setting Freq Lo Setting AC-INT, AC-ADD, AC-VCA 40.00 ~ 999.9 Hz Range Freq Hi Limit MAX, MIN Soft-keys...
Page 78 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Freq Lo Setting 4. Press Enter to confirm the limit setting. Freq Limit setting Min/Max Example of Freq settings Hi Limit Setting in AC+DC-INT  Frequency limit setting is Not available under DC- Note INT, AC+DC-EXT, AC-EXT, AC+DC-Sync and AC- Sync output modes.
Page 79: Setting The Output Frequency & Signal
OPERATION Setting the Output Frequency & Signal The FREQ and SIN settings set the frequency of the Background output. Before setting the frequency, set the frequency limit. 1. Press the F key to access the FREQ Steps or SIG parameter depending on varied modes.
Page 80 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 4. Repeat the previous steps 1 ~ 2 to set frequency with the scroll wheel. 5. Press and hold the DEF1 or DEF2 soft-key until “Saved to DEF1/2” is displayed. This will save the frequency setting to the DEF1 or DEF2 soft- key individually.
Page 81: Setting The Peak Current Limit
OPERATION Setting the Peak Current Limit Setting the peak current limit sets a limit on the Background current that can be sourced by the power supply. Once the output current over the setting, the output will set to off. When the peak current limit is tripped, an alarm will Note Shift + Cancel sound.
Page 82 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 3. Set the peak current (IPK+ & IPK-) with the scroll wheel or with the F3 (MAX) and F4 (MIN) soft-keys to set the current limit to the maximum and minimum values, respectively. AC+DC-INT, AC–INT, DC-INT, AC+DC-EXT, AC–EXT, AC+DC-ADD, AC–ADD, AC+DC-...
Page 83: Setting The Output Current Level
OPERATION In theory, It is the function which keeps the IPK IPK Limit limits (+ & -) within the certain range when the On/Off predefined values are reached. If, however, this function is turned off, the output will be disabled instantly when either IPK+ or IPK- limit is reached.
Page 84 ASR-2000 Series User Manual IRMS setting Soft-keys setting Example of IRMS Setting in the AC+DC-INT I setting Soft-keys setting Example of I Setting in the DC-INT Almost identical with the concept of previous IPK Limit function, the IRMS/I Limit function keeps the IRMS/I value within the certain limit when the IRMS &...
Page 85: Setting The Output On Phase
OPERATION Setting the Output On Phase The on phase setting sets the starting phase of the Background voltage output. 1. Press Shift + Menu to make the ON Steps Phs parameter selectable. Also, it is available to use the scroll wheel followed by the Enter key to make the ON Phs parameter selectable as well.
Page 86 ASR-2000 Series User Manual On Phase setting Soft-keys setting Example of On Phase Setting Pressing the F1 key to toggle between modes of FIXED & FREE FIXED, which indicates the user-defined on-phase Modes degree, or FREE, which represents the degree of on-phase is freely determined by the unit itself.
Page 87: Setting The Output Off Phase
OPERATION Setting the Output Off Phase The off phase setting sets the ending phase of the Background voltage output. 1. Use the scroll wheel followed by Steps the Enter key to make the OFF Phs parameter selectable. 2. Set the OFF Phs setting with the scroll wheel or with the F3 (MAX) and F4 (MIN) soft-keys to set the Off Phase to the maximum and minimum values, respectively.
Page 88 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Pressing the F1 key to toggle between modes of FIXED & FREE FIXED, which indicates the user-defined off-phase Modes degree, or FREE, which represents the degree of off-phase is freely determined by the unit itself. When FREE is selected, the both F3-MAX and F4- MIN keys are grayed out, signaling the unavailability by user.
Page 89: Switch The Display Modes
OPERATION Switch the Display Modes The ASR-2000 power supply has three display modes. The standard display mode shows the power supply setup in the middle and the 3 configurable measurements on the right that correspond to the far-left live-time measurements section. The simple display mode shows all measurement items available on the ASR-2000 with 3 measurement formats switchable at any time.
Page 90 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Measurement Items Simple Mode Simple/Harm Measuremt formts Hold measurement 1. Press the F2 (RMS/AVG/PEAK) Configuring the soft-key to toggle among each Simple Mode Measurements mode of format. 2. The display will show parameters of measurement for each format. Refer to the page 95 for details.
Page 91 OPERATION 3. When the measurements are beyond one page, which consists of up to 10 items, press the F3 (Page Up) and F4 (Page Down) soft-keys to flip through pages. Press the soft-key F4 to toggle hold on Hold or off. This function will “hold” the Measurement current measurements on the display, which means the measurements won’t...
Page 92: Using The Measurement Function
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Using the Measurement Function The 3 configurable measurements, which indicate the live-time measurement in varied units, on the far-right side within the standard display mode can be switched by user anytime in the process of power output, thus providing an instantaneous analysis.
Page 93 OPERATION THDv Total Harmonic Distortion Voltage (available in AC-INT mode only) Example of ITEM1 ITEM1 in options AC+DC- Sync ITEM 2 Root Mean Square Current Iavg Average Current Imax Minimum Peak Value of Output Current Imin Minimum Peak Value of Output Current IpkH Peak Current Hold...
Page 94 ASR-2000 Series User Manual IpkH Peak Current Hold Power Factor (n/a in DC-INT mode) Crest Factor (n/a in DC-INT mode) Freq Frequency (available in AC+DC-Sync and AC- Sync modes only) Example of ITEM3 ITEM3 AC+DC- options Sync Each output mode has varied measurement functions Note display.
Page 95: Switch The Measurement Format
OPERATION Switch the Measurement Format The 3 measuring formats, RMS, AVG as well as PEAK, on the far- right side within the simple display mode can be switched by user anytime in the process of power output, thus offering an instant readout of diversified calculations.
Page 96 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Vmax/ Vmin PEAK & Display Imax/ Imin Values All output modes except DC-INT V & I Values Display Vavg & Iavg Values Display Vmax/ Vmin PEAK & Display Imax/ Imin Values The selected measurement format will be merely...
Page 97: Panel Lock
OPERATION Panel Lock The panel lock feature prevents settings from being changed accidentally. When activated, all keys and knobs except the Lock/Unlock key and the Output key (if active) will be disabled. If the instrument is remotely controlled via the USB/LAN/RS- 232/GPIB interface, the panel lock is automatically enabled.
Page 98: Alarm Clear
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Alarm Clear The ALM CLR (Alarm Clear) function will clear Background alarms like Over Current, Over Peak Current, Over Temperature, Power Input Anomaly, Fan fail, Remote Sense Error, among others. Refer to page 200 for more details.
Page 99: Turning The Output On/Off
OPERATION Turning the Output On/Off When the output is turned on, the DUT can be connected to either the rear panel output or the front panel output. Both of these outputs are electrically linked. Only one WARNING DUT should be connected to any one of the outputs at a time.
Page 100: Advanced Settings
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Advanced Settings Using the Remote Sense Function → from page 100  Preset Settings → from page 103  Using the Remote Sense Function The ASR-2000 can be operated using local or remote voltage sense. By default, the power supply is configured for local sense.
Page 101: Remote Sense
OPERATION Remote Sense Remote sense is used to compensate for the voltage Remote Sense drop seen across load cables due to resistance Operation inherent in the load cables. The remote sense function can compensate a maximum of 5% of the output voltage and all of output frequency.
Page 102 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 4. After well connecting, cover the protective lid onto the remote sensing input terminal block followed by fastening the screw as figure shown below. 5. The remote sense connection along with the protective lid is therefore well set up.
Page 103: Preset Settings
OPERATION Preset Settings Save Preset Settings to Local Memory Up to 10 preset settings can be saved to internal memory. 1. Press Preset followed by Steps clicking with holding on the F1 ~ F4 soft-keys individually to save the present settings to the corresponding memory number.
Page 104: Load Preset Settings To Local Memory
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Load Preset Settings to Local Memory Any of the 10 preset settings can be recalled from internal memory. 1. Press Preset followed by Steps clicking on the F1 ~ F4 soft- keys individually to load the corresponding memory number.
Page 105: Manage Preset Settings
OPERATION Manage Preset Settings Preset settings can be easily saved to or recalled from a USB flash drive using the Save/Recall Files utility in the Menu system. Settings can also be deleted (Recalled Default) from local memory using the utility. When files are saved to USB they are saved in the File Format following format:...
Page 106 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Deleted (Recalled Default) the Delete selected preset memory from local memory. Saves the selected preset Save memory to local memory. Recalls the selected preset Recall memory from local memory. 5. Go to the Memory No. setting and select the preset memory number to perform the operation on.
Page 107 OPERATION Saves all the files including MEMUSB Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from the local memory to a USB flash drive. Loads all the files including MEMUSB Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from a USB flash drive to the local memory. Deletes all the files including Delete Preset, Sequence, Simulate and...
Page 108: External Keypad Operation
ASR-2000 Series User Manual External Keypad Operation USB Keypad ASR series supports external keypad, via USB connection, to execute operations including setting and output. Refer to the table below for functions of each key from external keypad. Function Scale -->...
Page 109: External Control
EXTERNAL CONTROL XTERNAL CONTROL The rear panel has 3 signal output connectors. These connectors are used for external control from the menu of this product by using the external signal that includes amplified external voltage, amplified external signal as well as synchronization frequency.
Page 110: Using External Control I/O
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Using External Control I/O The External Control I/O is primarily used to Overview control ASR-2000 externally by using the logic signal. More than that, it is able to monitor Sequence function status remotely with ease.  High level: +2.2 V or higher...
Page 111: Using External Signal Input Function
EXTERNAL CONTROL Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved The limiter operation is recognized as On when the Note following conditions exist.  Output peak current limiter (positive) is operated.  Output peak current limiter (negative) is operated. ...
Page 112: Ext Gain - Ac+Dc-Ext And Ac-Ext Mode
ASR-2000 Series User Manual EXT GAIN - AC+DC-EXT and AC-EXT mode Select AC+DC-EXT or AC-EXT mode to use ASR- Overview 2000 as an amplifier specifically for signal input from the external signal input port on the rear panel. The impedance of input is 1MΩ, whilst the frequency range of input is from DC to 999.9 Hz.
Page 113: Ext Add - Ac+Dc-Add And Ac-Add Mode
EXTERNAL CONTROL EXT ADD - AC+DC-ADD and AC-ADD mode Select AC+DC-ADD or AC-ADD mode to add the Overview & external signal source signal that includes Concept magnification to the internal signal then power output on the rear panel. The impedance of input is 1MΩ, whilst the frequency range of input is from DC to 999.9 Hz.
Page 114: Ext Voltage - Ac-Vca Mode
ASR-2000 Series User Manual EXT Voltage - AC-VCA mode Select AC-VCA mode to use ASR-2000 as an Overview amplifier specifically for DC input from the external signal input port on the rear panel. The input voltage range of input is from DC 0 to 2.5V.
Page 115: Compiling Arbitrary Waveform Input
EXTERNAL CONTROL Compiling Arbitrary Waveform Input In order to generate arbitrary waveforms, it is Background requested to use a specifically control software on external PC which transfers data, via USB interface, to the arbitrary waveform memory with ASR-2000. Go to GWInstek official website to download the ARB waveform compiling program.
Page 116 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 2. Choose one of the ARB waveforms (ARB 1 to ARB 16) with scroll wheel. Default Waveform Setting ARB 1 Ramp (rising) ARB 2 Ramp (falling) ARB 3 Sine wave, half-cycle(positive pole)
Page 117 EXTERNAL CONTROL ARB 4 Sine wave, half-cycle(negative pole) ARB 5 Sine wave, half-wave rectification(positive polarity) ARB 6 Sine wave, half-wave rectification(negative polarity)
Page 118 ASR-2000 Series User Manual ARB 7 Sine wave, full-wave rectification(positive polarity) ARB 8 Sine wave, full-wave rectification(negative polarity) ARB 9 Second order step response(damping coefficient 0.1)
Page 119 EXTERNAL CONTROL Second order step response(damping ARB 10 coefficient 0.2) ARB 11 Second order step response(damping coefficient 0.7) ARB 12 Second order impulse response(damping coefficient 0.1)
Page 120 ASR-2000 Series User Manual ARB 13 Second order impulse response(damping coefficient 0.2) ARB 14 Second order impulse response(damping coefficient 0.7) ARB 15 Exponential (rising)
Page 121 EXTERNAL CONTROL ARB 16 Exponential (falling) Note Only FW version V1.07 above can support the above default waveform. Note Del ARB1~16 restores back to Default for ARB1~16 (page 122~123). Del All Data restores back to Default for all ARB (page 123~124). 3.
Page 122: Manage Arbitrary Waveform Settings
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Manage Arbitrary Waveform Settings Arbitrary waveform settings can be easily saved to or from a USB flash drive using the Save/Recall Files utility in the Menu system. Files can also be deleted from local memory using the utility.
Page 123 EXTERNAL CONTROL Deletes the selected ARB Delete memory from local memory. 5. Go to the Memory No. setting and select the sequence memory number to perform the operation on. Press Enter to confirm. 1 ~ 16 (ARB1 ~ ARB16) Memory No. 6.
Page 124 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Loads all the files including MEMUSB Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from a USB flash drive to the local memory. Deletes (Recall Default) all the Delete files including Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from local memory.
Page 125: Miscellaneous
MISCELLANEOUS ISCELLANEOUS The Miscellaneous menu contains miscellaneous parameter settings. T Ipeak, hold ............126 IPK CLR ............... 128 Power ON ............129 Buzzer ..............131 Remote Sense ............132 Slew Rate Mode ........... 134 Output Relay ............136 THD Format ............137 External Control ...........
Page 126: T Ipeak, Hold
ASR-2000 Series User Manual T Ipeak, hold The T Ipeak, hold function sets the hold time for the peak current measurement. After the output is turned on, the ASR-2000 will delay starting the peak current measurement by this hold time.
Page 127 MISCELLANEOUS 4. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit MISC Configuration settings. Example Hold time of current peak value setting...
Page 128: Ipk Clr
ASR-2000 Series User Manual IPK CLR The peak current measured during output process can be easily cleared out via this function. It is applicable for user to restart measuring the peak current value when necessity emerges. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display.
Page 129: Power On
MISCELLANEOUS Power ON The Power ON setting allows you to have the power-on output or other operation functions on automatically after startup. The settings that are loaded are the last settings that were present in the standard mode before the unit was turned off last. 1.
Page 130 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Example Power ON setting...
Page 131: Buzzer
MISCELLANEOUS Buzzer The Buzzer setting turns the buzzer sound on or off for key presses. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display. 2. Use the scroll wheel to go to item 2, MISC Configuration and press Enter.
Page 132: Remote Sense
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Remote Sense The remote sense function detects the output voltage at the sensing input terminal. This function compensates for voltage drops across the load cables when the load is connected to the ASR-2000 over a long distance.
Page 133 MISCELLANEOUS Remote sense function for AC-INT, DC-INT, AC-SYNC Note mode and 100V, 200V range and SIN wave shape and slew rate mode on Time Only. When the remote sense function is on, the Display displayed voltage value is the voltage measured at the sense terminal and the symbol “SENS”...
Page 134: Slew Rate Mode
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Slew Rate Mode The slew rate, which is described as the fluctuating change of voltage per unit of time, can be customized by user in the 2 modes containing Time and Slope elaborated below for ASR-2000 models.
Page 135 MISCELLANEOUS Voltage drop occurs in output voltage due to the set Note waveform or frequency under the Slope mode. It is suggested to adopt the Time mode when precise sine wave voltage output is required. Example Slew Rate setting...
Page 136: Output Relay
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Output Relay The internally built-in output relay function has close relation with the power output function by default. That is to say, when output is on, the output relay will be activated if output relay is enabled; by contrast, the output relay will be deactivated when output is off.
Page 137: Thd Format
MISCELLANEOUS THD Format Choose one of the THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) equations. The equations of 2 varied modes (IEC by default) of Harmonic Format below are for, specifically, by the time the upper limit of measured harmonic order is 40. 1.
Page 138 ASR-2000 Series User Manual  F : Fundamental (1st harmonic) Parameter component  F : Fundamental or harmonic component  O: Measured harmonic order  N: Always 40 4. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit MISC Configuration settings. Example...
Page 139: External Control
MISCELLANEOUS External Control User can enable or disable the External Control I/O input. When External Control I/O input is set as disabled, the ASR-2000 series status will remain output. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display.
Page 140: Unit
ASR-2000 Series User Manual V Unit User can freely select voltage set value unit as either RMS or PEAK only when output waveform is selected TRI or ARB. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display.
Page 141: Test Mode Function
TEST MODE FUNCTION EST MODE FUNCTION There are two test modes, Sequence Mode and Simulate Mode respectively, available for user to execute. Refer to the following chapters for details in necessity. Sequence Mode ........... 142 Sequence Mode Overview ............142 Sequence Settings ................
Page 142: Sequence Mode
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Sequence Mode Sequence Mode Overview The Sequence function works with DC-INT, AC- Background INT and AC+DC-INT modes with full AC waveforms containing sine, square, triangle as well as arbitrary. The available parameters, which will be introduced in later sectors, vary depending on selected output modes.
Page 143 TEST MODE FUNCTION Step Assigns the step number. Sets the step duration time. This step time is exclusive of any transition Time time needed to match start phases and stop phase. See the diagram on page 146 for details. Sets the AC voltage level. There are 3 secondary voltage settings that determine how the voltage is output.
Page 144 ASR-2000 Series User Manual AC/DC Voltage There are 2 voltage range settings: HI Range 200V & LO 100V, which result in (ACV/DCV) varied ranges of ACV and DCV values, respectively. Fset Sets the frequency of the step. There (Frequency) are 3 secondary frequency settings that determine how the frequency is output.
Page 145 TEST MODE FUNCTION Branch1/ The Branch settings allow you to Branch2 make a selectable branch within the sequence when the sequence is running or on hold. The branch1 or branch2 actions are enabled by pressing the function keys, or by using the :TRIG:SEQ:SEL:EXEC remote control command.
Page 146 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Time of step Time of step Time of next step Sequence Example ON Phs OFF Phs ON Phs completion time Step 1 Step 1 Output off Jump Cnt=0 Jump Cnt=1 Process Flow in Sequence Step Output...
Page 147: Sequence Settings
TEST MODE FUNCTION The Remote Sense will be forcibly set OFF and Slew Note Rate Mode is set to time after entering the SEQ Mode. It will automatically return to the previous setting after exiting from the SEQ Mode. Sequence Settings 1.
Page 148 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Step 0 ~ 999 5. Go to the Time setting and set the duration of the step. Time 0.0001 ~ 999.9999s 6. In order to adjust both ACV and DCV voltage range between HI and LO, it is required to set up outside of the SEQUENCE menu.
Page 149 TEST MODE FUNCTION 8. Go to the DCV setting and set the output voltage for the step. If you input a DCV value that is not within the voltage range, the warning message below will be shown. Next set the secondary voltage settings to determine characteristics of the voltage output.
Page 150 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Wave SIN, SQU, TRI, ARB1 - 16 11. Go to the Jump To setting and choose which step to jump to, or turn the setting off. Step ON, OFF, 0 ~ 999 12. Go to the Jump Cnt setting and set the number of times the current step will loop.
Page 151 TEST MODE FUNCTION ON Phase 0.0 ~ 359.9º Resolution 0.1º 17. Go to the OFF Phs setting and set the end phase of the step. The Fixed indicates user-defined degree. OFF Phase Free, Fixed OFF Phase 0.0 ~ 359.9º Resolution 0.1º...
Page 152: Save A Sequence To Local Memory
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Save a Sequence to Local Memory Sequence settings can be saved to one of 10 Saving a memory slots (SEQ0 ~ SEQ9). Sequence 1. Press Save[F3] key firstly. Steps 2. A list of memory slots prompts where it is available to use scroll wheel followed by pressing Enter to execute save action.
Page 153: Manage Sequence Settings
TEST MODE FUNCTION Manage Sequence Settings Sequence settings can be easily saved to or from a USB flash drive using the Save/Recall Files utility in the Menu system. Files can also be deleted from local memory using the utility. When files are saved to USB they are saved in the File Format following format: SEQX.SEQ, where X is the memory number...
Page 154 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Deletes (Recall Default) the Delete selected sequence memory from local memory. 5. Go to the Memory No. setting and select the sequence memory number to perform the operation on. Press Enter to confirm. 0 ~ 9 (SEQ0 ~ SEQ9) Memory No.
Page 155 TEST MODE FUNCTION Loads all the files including MEMUSB Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from a USB flash drive to the local memory. Deletes (Recall Default) all the Delete files including Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from local memory. Example All Data option selected Save all data from Local memory to USB...
Page 156 ASR-2000 Series User Manual SEQ7 Reset test for Level1 systems with 12V SEQ8 Starting Profile SEQ9 Test2 Tr: 10ms, Td: 40ms Note Only FW version V1.07 above can support the above default waveform.
Page 157: Running A Sequence
TEST MODE FUNCTION Running a Sequence When running a sequence, the display changes Background to the sequence run view. Settings Run Screen Step X of Y Overview Branch 1 Branch 2 HOLD/CONTI test STOP/RUN test Readback measurements 1. Press Output. Steps Output 2.
Page 158 ASR-2000 Series User Manual branch. 5. To pause the test mid-way, press HOLD[F3] key. Hold Test 6. To continue a paused test, press CONTI[F3] key. Continue Test...
Page 159: Simulate Mode
TEST MODE FUNCTION Simulate Mode Simulate Mode Overview The Simulate function, which works in AC+DC-INT Background mode only, is used to test power supply fluctuation. This function is able to simulate common abnormalities in mains power such as fluctuations in voltage, phase and frequency. These simulations can be run as one-off anomalies or cyclic anomalies.
Page 160 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Trans1 This step configures the transition from normal to abnormal conditions. This step will linearly interpolate the normal settings to the abnormal settings. This step can be skipped for abrupt state changes. Abnormal This step contains the abnormal conditions for the simulation.
Page 161 TEST MODE FUNCTION Time Sets the duration time of the step. When the ON Phs=ON, the total duration of the step is equal to the Time setting + ON Phs=ON duration. Sets the voltage of the step. Not applicable for the Trans 1/2 steps and the Normal2 step.
Page 162: Simulate Settings
ASR-2000 Series User Manual The following diagram illustrates the relationship between each of the parameters in a step. ON Phs OFF Phs additional time additional time Time ON Phs Vset OFF Phs Fset Output off Trigger out position After entering the SIM Mode, It will forcibly set Note Remote Sense OFF and Time Slew Rate.
Page 163 TEST MODE FUNCTION 3. Use the scroll wheel to go to the Step setting Steps and press Enter. 4. Use the scroll wheel to select one of the simulate steps and press Enter. Steps Initial, Normal1, Trans1, Abnormal, Trans2, Normal2 5.
Page 164 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 7. Go to the ACV setting and set the Vrms level of the step. If you input an ACV value that is not within the voltage range, the warning message below will be shown. Not applicable for Trans1, Trans2 and Normal2.
Page 165 TEST MODE FUNCTION 10. Go to the OFF Phs setting and set the end phase of the step. Not applicable for Trans1 and Trans2. OFF Phase Free, Fixed OFF Phase 0.0 ~ 359.9º Resolution 0.1º 11. Go to the Wave setting and set the wave of step. Not applicable for Trans1, Trans2 and Normal2.
Page 166: Save A Simulation To Local Memory
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Save a Simulation to Local Memory Simulation settings can be saved to one of 10 Saving a memory slots (SIM0 ~ SIM9). Simulation 1. Press Save[F3] key firstly. Steps 2. A list of memory slots prompts where it is available to use scroll wheel followed by pressing Enter to execute save action.
Page 167: Manage Simulation Settings
TEST MODE FUNCTION Manage Simulation Settings Simulation settings can be easily saved to or from a USB flash drive using the Save/Recall Files utility in the Menu system. Files can also be deleted from local memory using the utility. When files are saved to USB they are saved in the File Format following format: SIMX.
Page 168 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Deletes (Recall Default) the Delete selected simulation memory from local memory. 5. Go to the Memory No. setting and select the simulation memory number to perform the operation on. Press Enter to confirm. 0 ~ 9 (SIM0 ~ SIM9) Memory No.
Page 169 TEST MODE FUNCTION Loads all the files including MEMUSB Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from a USB flash drive to the local memory. Deletes (Recall Default) all the Delete files including Preset, Sequence, Simulate and ARB from local memory. Example All Data option selected Save all data from Local memory to USB...
Page 170: Running A Simulation
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Running a Simulation When running a simulation, the display changes to Background the simulate run view. Settings Run Screen Step X of Y Overview HOLD/CONTI test STOP/RUN test Readback measurements 1. Press Output key. Steps Output 2.
Page 171 TEST MODE FUNCTION 3. The test will continue to run until the last repeat step has run, or Stop[F4] key is pressed or the output is turned off*. When the test has finished/stopped, the screen will return to the original settings screen. * If the OFF-phase has been set, the output will continue until the OFF-phase setting is satisfied.
Page 172 ASR-2000 Series User Manual OMMUNICATION INTERFACE This chapter describes basic configuration of IEEE488.2 based remote control. For a command list, refer to the programming manual, downloadable from GW Instek website, www.gwinstek.com If the instrument is remotely controlled via the Note USB/LAN/RS-232/GPIB interface, the panel lock is automatically enabled.
Page 173: Communication Interface
COMMUNICATION INTERFACE Interface Configuration Configure Ethernet Connection The Ethernet interface can be configured for a number of different applications. Ethernet can be configured for basic remote control or monitoring using a web server or it can be configured as a socket server.
Page 174: Usb Remote Interface
ASR-2000 Series User Manual 6. If DHCP was set to OFF, configure the remaining LAN parameters. IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway DNS Server Socket Port Socket Port is fixed to 2268. Note LAN configuration - 1 LAN configuration - 2 7.
Page 175: Usb Remote Control Function Check
COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 2. Press the Menu key. The Menu setting will appear on the display. 3. Use the scroll wheel to go to item 4, USB Device. 4. If the connection is successful Connection Status will change from Offline to Online. 5.
Page 176: Remote Interface (Optional 1)
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Serial number : GXXXXXXXX Software version : XX.XX For further details, please see the programming Note manual, available on the GW Instek web site @ www.gwinstek.com. RS-232 Remote Interface (Optional 1) BD-9, male RS-232 Connector Configuration...
Page 177 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 4. Set the RS232C relative settings. 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600(default), Baud rate 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 7 bits, 8 bits(default) Data bits None(default), Odd, Even Parity 1 bit(default), 2 bits Stop bits RS232C Configuration 5. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit RS232C settings.
Page 178: Rs232 Remote Control Function Check
Serial number, and Software version in the following format. GW-INSTEK, ASR-2XXX, GXXXXXXXX, XX.XX Manufacturer: GW-INSTEK Model number : ASR-2XXX Serial number : GXXXXXXXX Software version : XX.XX For further details, please see the programming Note manual, available on the GW Instek web site @ www.gwinstek.com.
Page 179: Using Realterm To Establish A Remote Connection
COMMUNICATION INTERFACE Using Realterm to Establish a Remote Connection Realterm is a terminal program that can be used to Background communicate with a device attached to the serial port of a PC or via an emulated serial port via USB. The following instructions apply to version 2.0.0.70.
Page 180 ASR-2000 Series User Manual option. 5. Start Realterm on the PC as an administrator. Click: Start menu>All Programs>RealTerm>realterm Tip: to run as an administrator, you can right click the Realterm icon in the Windows Start menu and select the Run as Administrator option.
Page 181 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE For USB, the baud rate should be fixed to 115,200. Note 7. Click on the Send tab. In the EOL configuration, check on the +LF check boxes. Enter the query: *idn? Click on Send ASCII.
Page 182: Gpib Remote Interface (Optional 1)
ASR-2000 Series User Manual 8. The terminal display will return the following: GW-INSTEK, ASR-2XXX, GXXXXXXXX, XX.XX (manufacturer, model, serial number, software version) 9. If Realterm fails to connect to the ASR-2000, please check all the cables and settings and try again.
Page 183: Gpib Function Check
See the National Instrument website, http://www.ni.com for details.  For further details, please see the programming Note manual, available on the GW Instek web site @ www.gwinstek.com  Operating System: Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 1. Start the NI Measurement and...
Page 184 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Start>All Programs>NI MAX 2. From the Configuration panel access; My System>Devices and Interfaces>GPIB0 3. Press the Scan for Instruments button. 4. In the Connected Instruments panel the ASR-2000 should be detected as Instrument 0 with the address the same as that configured on the ASR-2000.
Page 185 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 6. Click on Communicate with Instrument. 7. Under the Communicator tab, ensure *IDN? is written in the Send String text box. 8. Click on the Query button to send the *IDN? query to the instrument. 9. The instrument identification string will be returned to the buffer area: GW-INSTEK, ASR-2XXX, GXXXXXXXX, XX.XX (manufacturer, model, serial number, software...
Page 186: Web Server Remote Control Function Check
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Web Server Remote Control Function Check Enter the IP address of the power supply (for Functionality example: http:// XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX) in a web Check browser after the instrument has been configured for LAN (page 173). The web interface allows you to: ...
Page 187: Socket Server Function Check
COMMUNICATION INTERFACE Socket Server Function Check To test the socket server functionality, National Background Instruments Measurement and Automation Explorer can be used. This program is available on the NI website, www.ni.com., via a search for the VISA Run-time Engine page, or “downloads” at the following URL, http://www.ni.com/visa/ Operating System: Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 Requirements...
Page 188 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 4. Select Manual Entry of Raw Socket from the popup window. 5. Enter the IP address and the port number of the ASR-2000. The port number is fixed at 2268. 6. Double click the Validate button and press...
Page 189 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 7. Next configure the Alias (name) of the ASR- 2000 connection. In this example the Alias is: 8. Click finish. 9. The IP address of the power supply will now appear under Network Devices in the configuration panel. Select this icon now. 10.
Page 190 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 11. Click the Configuration Icon. Under the IO Settings tab check Enable Termination Character. The termination character should be set as Line Feed -\n. 12. Click the Input/Output icon. Under the Basic I/O tab, make sure *IDN?\n is entered in the Select or Enter Command drop box.
Page 191 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE For further details, please see the programming Note manual, available on the GW Instek web site @ www.gwinstek.com.
Page 192: Faq
ASR-2000 Series User Manual • The accuracy does not match the specification. • How frequently should the power source be calibrated? • Is it proper to combine 2 or 3 units to reach 1P3W or 3P4W output? The accuracy does not match the specification.
Page 193: Appendix
Firmware Update The ASR-2000 firmware can be upgraded using the Background USB A port on the front panel. See your local distributor or the GW Instek website for the latest firmware information.  Ensure the DUT is not connected. Note ...
Page 194 ASR-2000 Series User Manual 4. Key in the password when prompted and then press Enter.  The password is “5004”. 5. Go to Item 1, Update Firmware and press Enter. Update Firmware Exit [F4] Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Update Exit Firmware settings.
Page 195: Factory Default Settings
APPENDIX Factory Default Settings The following default settings are the factory configuration settings for the ASR-2000 series. For details on how to return to the factory default settings, see page 46. AC+DC-INT Mode ASR-2050 ASR-2050R ASR-2100 ASR-2100R Range 100V Wave Shape 0.0 Vrms...
Page 196 ASR-2000 Series User Manual AC+DC-EXT Mode ASR-2050 ASR-2050R ASR-2100 ASR-2100R Range 100V GAIN 100.0 IRMS 5.25 A 10.50 A IPK Limit +/- 21.00 A +/- 42.00 A AC-EXT Mode ASR-2050 ASR-2050R ASR-2100 ASR-2100R Range 100V GAIN 100.0 IRMS 5.25 A 10.50 A...
Page 197 APPENDIX AC+DC-SYNC Mode ASR-2050 ASR-2050R ASR-2100 ASR-2100R Range 100V Wave Shape 0.0 Vrms +0.0 Vdc LINE IRMS 5.25 A 10.50 A V Limit +/- 250.0 Vpp F Limit 999.9 Hz IPK Limit +/- 21.00 A +/- 42.00 A ON Phs OFF Phs AC-SYNC Mode ASR-2050 ASR-2050R ASR-2100 ASR-2100R...
Page 198 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Remote Sense Slew Rate Mode Slope Output Relay Enable THD Format External Control V Unit (TRI, ARB) ASR-2000 DHCP USB Device ASR-2000 Speed Full LCD Configuration ASR-2000 LCD Contrast LCD Brightness LCD Saturation Sequence Mode ASR-2000...
Page 199 APPENDIX Wave Code RS232C Optional 1 Baudrate 9600 Databits 8bits Parity None Stopbits 1bit GPIB Optional 1 Address...
Page 200: Error Messages & Messages
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Error Messages & Messages The following error messages or messages may appear on the ASR- 2000 screen display during varied operations. Error Messages Description Protection type Over Ipeak+ Current Positive output current peak value Output Off is excessive.
Page 201 APPENDIX Sensing Voltage Error Remote sense connection wire is Output Off abnormal or over maximum compensation voltage. Press "Shift + Cancel" to clear this alarm. Startup Anomaly Abnormal startup procedure. System Lock Contact service center. External Sync The external synchronization Output Off Frequency Error signal input frequency is out of the...
Page 202 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Keys Locked All of keys are locked, except Display Message output key. Long push “Lock” to Only disable Keys Locked. Keys Unlocked All of keys are unlocked Display Message Only Screen Saved to Screenshot be saved to USB Display Message USB:/GWDIMC###.bm...
Page 203 APPENDIX Saved to DEF1 Saved Setting to DEF1 Display Message Only Saved to DEF2 Saved Setting to DEF1 Display Message Only Meter Frozen Operation at Meter Frozen Display Message mode, all measure value will stop Only update. Only AC Mode And Harmonic Page Limit Message Display Message 50/60Hz Active...
Page 204 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Valid Only Time Slew Remote Sense Setting Limit Display Message Rate Mode Message Only USB File Write Error! Can Not Save File to USB Display Message Only Invalid in This Output This mode not support SEQ or...
Page 205 APPENDIX Sequence preparation... Sequence preparation, please Display Message wait some time Only Sequence is ready. Sequence is ready. Display Message Only Simulation Simulation preparation, please Display Message preparation... wait some time Only Simulation is ready. Simulation is ready. Display Message Only Save All Data Ready to save all data (Preset0~9...
Page 206: Specifications
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Specifications The specifications apply when the ASR-2000 is powered on for at least 30 minutes. Electrical specifications ASR-2050 ASR-2100 Model ASR-2050R ASR-2100R Input ratings (AC rms) Nominal input voltage 100 Vac to 240 Vac Input voltage range...
Page 207 APPENDIX ASR-2050 ASR-2100 Model ASR-2050R ASR-2100R AC mode output ratings (AC rms) Setting 0.0 V to 175.0 V / 0.0 V to 350.0 V Range Voltage Setting 0.1 V Resolution Accuracy ±(0.5 % of set + 0.6 V / 1.2 V) Output phase Single phase, Two-wire Maximum...
Page 208 ASR-2000 Series User Manual ASR-2050 ASR-2100 Model ASR-2050R ASR-2100R Output rating for DC mode Voltage Setting Range -250.0 V to +250.0 V / -500.0 V to +500.0 V Setting 0.1 V Resolution Accuracy ±(|0.5 % of set| + 0.6 V / 1.2 V)
Page 209 APPENDIX ASR-2050 ASR-2100 Model ASR-2050R ASR-2100R Output voltage waveform distortion ratio, Output voltage response time, Efficiency Total harmonic distortion (THD) <0.2 % @50/60 Hz <0.3 % @<500 Hz <0.5 % @500.1 Hz to 999.9 Hz Output voltage response time 100 us (TYP) Efficiency 70 % or more At an output voltage of 50 V to 175 V / 100 V to 350 V, a load power factor of...
Page 210 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Power Active (W) Resolution 0.1 / 1 W Accuracy ±(2 % of reading + ±(2 % of reading + 1 0.5 W) Apparent Resolution 0.1 / 1 VA (VA) Accuracy* ±(2 % of reading + ±(2 % of reading + 1 0.5 VA)
Page 211 APPENDIX An output voltage in the range of 17.5 V to 175 V / 35 V to 350 V and 23 °C ± 5 °C.  Product specifications are subject to change Note without notice.  The spec aforementioned applies to when slew rate mode is the Time mode.
Page 212 ASR-2000 Series User Manual General Specifications Interface Standard USB Type A: Host, Type B: Slave, Speed: 1.1/2.0, USB-CDC MAC Address, DNS IP Address, User Password, Gateway IP Address, Instrument IP Address, Subnet Mask EXT Control External Signal Input External Control I/O Optional 1 GPIB SCPI-1993, IEEE 488.2 compliant interface...
Page 213 APPENDIX Others Protections OCP, OTP, OPP, FAN Fail Display TFT-LCD, 4.3 inch Memory Function Store and recall settings, Basic settings: 10 Arbitrary 16 (nonvolatile) Wave 4096 words A value with the accuracy is the guaranteed value of the specification. However, an accuracy noted as reference value shows the supplemental data for reference when the product is used, and is not under the guarantee.
Page 214 ASR-2000 Series User Manual External Signal Input (AC+DC-ADD, AC-ADD Mode) Specification Factory Default Gain setting range 100 V range: 0.0 to 250.0 times 200 V range: 0.0 to 500.0 times Input terminal BNC connector 1 MΩ Input impedance Input voltage range ±2.5 V (A/D resolution 12 bit)
Page 215: Information Of Name Order
APPENDIX Information of Name Order The name order of ASR-2000 series has its rules in definition for each character by order. Refer to the following contents for details. The definitions below describe the meanings behind Background each group of alphanumeric characters, in varied colors, of naming code for ASR series models.
Page 216: Asr-2000 Dimensions
ASR-2000 Series User Manual ASR-2000 Dimensions ASR-2100/2050 Scale = mm...
Page 217 APPENDIX ASR-2100R/2050R Scale = mm...
Page 218 ASR-2000 Series User Manual ASR-2100R/2050R with GET Series Box Scale = mm...
Page 219 APPENDIX GET-003 Series Box GET-004 Series Box...
Page 220: Declaration Of Conformity
ASR-2000 Series User Manual Declaration of Conformity GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD. declare that the below mentioned product Type of Product: Programmable AC/DC Power Source Model Number: ASR-2050, ASR-2100, ASR-2050R, ASR-2100R satisfies all the technical relations application to the product within the scope of council: Directive: 2014/30/EU;...
Page 221: Maintenance & Regular Inspection
APPENDIX Maintenance & Regular Inspection The potential malfunctions and faults may occur on Background ASR-2000 due to scores of reasons like humidity, temperature, dust, vibration as well as aging and wear of components. Consequently, to conduct regular maintenance and inspection on ASR-2000 is highly suggested on daily basis.
Page 222 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Heating & Cooling From the wind hole check if the fan runs adequately and make sure both wind speed and wind volume are in normal status. Noise Ensure that no abnormal noise does happen. Maintenance Before shipping, we confirm that the proper...
Page 223: Index
INDEX NDEX Accessories ......... 13 Frequency output ....... 79 Advanced settings Front panel diagram ....15 Buzzer .......... 131 Ground Power output ......129 symbol ..........5 Program timer unit ..... 132 I rms ..........83 SCPI emulation134, 136, 137, 139, 140 Ipk-Limit ......
Page 224 ASR-2000 Series User Manual Remote control function check view ..........47 T Ipeak......48, 126, 128 GPIB ..........183 Realterm ........179 Test RS-232 ........175, 178 Sequence USB ........175, 178 Overview ........142 Save preset to local memory .. 103 Recall..........

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