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  • Page 1 BPS Series AC Power Source User Manual M440077-01 Rev B www.programmablepower.com...
  • Page 2 User Manual California Instruments - AC Power Source AMETEK Programmable Power. Models Covered in this manual: BPS30-1 BPS30-3 BPS45-1 BPS45-3 BPS75-3 BPS90-3 BPS150-3 BPS180-3 programmablepower.com...
  • Page 3 Notice of Copyright BPS Series User Manual © 2013 – 2022 AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc. All rights reserved. Exclusion for Documentation UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, AMETEK PROGRAMMABLE POWER, INC.
  • Page 4 Email: sales.ppd@ametek.com service.ppd@ametek.com Web: www.powerandtest.com programmablepower.com...
  • Page 5 AMETEK Programmable Power This page is intentionally blank BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 6 Important Safety Instructions Before applying power to the system, verify that your product is configured properly for your application. Only qualified personnel who deal with attendant hazards in power supplies, are allowed to perform installation and servicing. Ensure that the AC power line ground is connected properly to the Power Rack input connector or chassis.
  • Page 7 AMETEK Programmable Power Safety Symbols BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 8 Product Family: BPS Series AC Power Source Warranty Period: 1 Year WARRANTY TERMS AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc. (“AMETEK”), provides this written warranty covering the Product stated above, and if the Buyer discovers and notifies AMETEK in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period stated above, then AMETEK may, at its option: repair or replace the Product;...
  • Page 9 AMETEK Programmable Power NOTE: A returned product found upon inspection by AMETEK, to be in specification is subject to an evaluation fee and applicable freight charges. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking and Installation – BPS30 and BPS45 Models....34 Unpacking ..................34 Power Requirements ............... 34 Mechanical Installation ..............35 AC Input Connections and Wiring ............35 AC On/Off Circuit Breaker on BPS Series front panel......42 Output Connections................. 44 3.6.1 Output Wiring ..................... 44 3.6.2 Output Terminal Blocks ..................
  • Page 11 AMETEK Programmable Power Unpacking ..................51 Power Requirements ................ 51 Mechanical Installation ..............53 AC Input Connections and Wiring ............54 AC On/Off Circuit Breaker on BPS Series front panel......59 Output Connections ................. 61 4.6.1 Output Wiring ..................... 61 4.6.2 Output Terminal Blocks ..................
  • Page 12 Menu Structure ................91 5.2.1 MAIN Menus ....................... 91 5.2.2 Overview of Menu 1 .................... 94 5.2.3 Overview of Menu 2 and 3 ................... 95 5.2.4 PROGRAM Menu....................96 5.2.5 MEASUREMENTS Screens ..................99 5.2.6 TRANSIENTS Menu ................... 102 5.2.7 SETUP REGISTERS Menu ...................
  • Page 13 General ..................175 Basic operation ................175 8.3.1 Excessive Output Voltage ................... 175 8.3.2 Poor Output Voltage Regulation ................176 8.3.3 Overload Light is On ..................177 8.3.4 Distorted Output ....................177 BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 14 8.3.5 Unit Shuts Down after 1-2 Seconds ..............177 8.3.6 No Output and No Lights on Front Panel .............. 177 8.3.7 No Output But Front Panel controller is active ............178 Advanced Troubleshooting.............. 179 8.4.1 Switch Off Unit ....................179 8.4.2 Removing Covers ....................
  • Page 15 Figure 5-7: Menu 1 through 3 ..............91 Figure 5-8: PROGRAM Menu ............... 96 Figure 5-9: MEASUREMENTS Screen, Single Phase and Three Phase Modes ..99 Figure 5-10: TRANSIENTS Menu ..............102 BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 16 Figure 5-29: List Transients ..............142 Figure 5-30: START/VIEW TRANSIENT SEQUENCE Menu ....... 145 Figure 6-1: BPS Series Functional Block Diagram ......... 148 Figure 6-2: BPS90 Series Detailed Block Diagram ........152 Figure 6-3: Power Module Detailed Block Diagram ........153 Figure 6-4: Power Module Layout ..............
  • Page 17 Table 4-6: BNC Connectors ................. 73 Table 4-7: External Sense Connector ............73 Table 4-8: RS232 Connector pin out – BPS Series with RS232 and USB..... 74 Table 4-9: USB Connector pin out..............75 Table 4-10: RJ45 LAN Connector pin out............77 Table 4-11: Remote Inhibit Mode Settings ............
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  • Page 19: Introduction

    All BPS models provide interface features such as a standard RS232C, USB, IEEE-488 interfaces and an available LAN option. The BPS Series units are contained in a floor standing enclosure on casters. This allows the units to be moved around more easily.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    2. Specifications Specifications shown are valid over an ambient temperature range of 25 ± 5° C and apply after a 30 minute warm-up time. Unless otherwise noted, all specifications are per phase for sine wave output into a resistive load. For three phase configurations or mode of operation, all specifications are for Line to Neutral (L-N) and phase angle specifications are valid under balanced load conditions only.

  • Page 21: Output

    M aximum ambient temperate for full power operation at full-scale voltage is 35° C. 1 The distortion specification for the BPS Series is valid for pure (inductance < 12 uH) resistive load conditions and using a 30 KHz LP filter on distortion meter.
  • Page 22 Output Parameter BPS30 BPS45 BPS75 BPS90 BPS150 BPS180 BPS30-1 BPS45-1 V Lo: 200 A V Lo: 300 A BPS75-3, per BPS90-3, per BPS150-3 BPS180-3 V Hi: 100 A V Hi: 150 A AC M ode phase phase per phase per phase BPS30-3, per BPS45-3, per Standard Output M odels...
  • Page 23 A ccuracy: 100 Hz - 500 Hz: < 3° > 500 Hz: < 4° Note: Output specifications apply below the Current / Voltage rating lines shown in the V/I rating chart below. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 24: Ac Measurements

    2.1.3 AC Measurements Listed measurement specifications apply to BPS90 model only. See notes for other models and configurations. Parameter Range A ccuracy (±) Resolution 0.01 to 81.91 Hz Frequency 16.00 - 820.0 Hz 0.01% + 0.01 Hz 0.1 to 500 Hz 1 Hz above 500 Hz 0.1% FS, <...
  • Page 25 Option –LA N. W hen the LA N interface is installed, the RS232 interface is disabled. LAN Interface: RJ45 Connector, 10BaseT, 100BaseT or 1000BaseT, Data transfer rate: 460,800 bps Protocol: TCP/IP. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 26: Unit Protection

    Parameter Specification Syntax: IEEE 488.2 and SCP Note: Disconnect any USB connection when using the LA N interface. Two selectable modes of operation: Current Limit M odes: Constant current mode (voltage folds back with automatic recovery) Constant voltage mode with trip-off (Relays open). 2.1.5 Unit Protection In-line fast acting fuses.

  • Page 27: Mechanical

    Cable entry and strain relieve for A C output wiring External sense terminal block (Remote voltage sense) Rear Pane Connections: System interface (2x) RS232, USB, GPIB, LA N (option) Trigger In BNC Trigger Out BNC BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 28: Environmental

    Parameter Specification Function Strobe BNC Output Status 2.2 Environmental Parameter Specification 0° to +35° C. (Except in CP mode). Operating Temp: +32° to +104° F. -40° to +85 °C. Storage Temp: -40° to +185° F. A ltitude: < 2000 meters 0-95 % RA H, non-condensing maximum for temperatures up to 31°C Relative Humidity: decreasing linearly to 50% at 40°C.
  • Page 29 The Hi Range indicator is lit any time the unit is switched to the high voltage range. The Output On/Off indicator is on when the power source output relays are closed. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 30: Special Features And Options

    2.4.1 Special Features and Options Controller Features Two BPS75 or BPS90 units can be paralleled in a three-phase configuration (with one master controller and one auxiliary unit) for 150K V A and 180K V A Parallel Operation: systems. Only the master unit requires a controller in this setup. The auxiliary units are controlled through the system interface connector.

  • Page 31: Hv Option Specifications

    Three Phase V Hi: 75A V Hi:112.5A V Hi:187.5A V Hi: 225A V Hi: 375A V Hi: 450A Frequency: 45 Hz – 819 Hz Range: with –LF option: 45 Hz – 500 Hz BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 32: Figure 2-1: Sample Bps90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart, -Hv Option - Max

    Note: Output specifications apply below the Current / Voltage rating lines shown in the following V/I rating charts. Figure 2-1: Sample BPS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart, -HV Option – Max. Rating. Figure 2-2: Sample BPS90 Voltage / Current Rating Chart, -HV Option – Derated. programmablepower.com...

  • Page 33: Lf Option Specifications

    Measured at a distance of one meter. (3 ft.) Front 63 dBA at no load to 68 dBA at full load. Back 65 dBA at no load to 72 dBA at full load BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 34: Unpacking And Installation - Bps30 And Bps45 Models

    3.2 Power Requirements The BPS Series power Source has been designed to operate from a three- phase, three wire (Wye or Delta) AC input line. A protective earth connection is required as well. (PE).

  • Page 35: Mechanical Installation

    AC input specifications for maximum AC current per phase) is required to power the BPS Series. Note: AC power should be routed through a properly sized and rated three-phase PROTECTIVE CIRCUIT BREAKER or BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 36 Figure 4-2 for details. No wiring for AC input connections is provided with the BPS Series and must be provided by the end user or installer. Input wiring should be entered through the right-hand side (when facing the back of the BPS...

  • Page 37: Figure 3-2: Location Of Bps30 And Bps45 Ac Input And Chassis Ground Connection

    DELTA INPUT WIRING CONNECTION ONLY. NO NEUTRAL CONNECTION IS REQUIRED OR PROVIDED. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 38 DO NOT USE AN AC NEUTRAL CONDUCTOR FOR GROUNDING THE CHASSIS. USE A SEPARATE PROTECTIVE EARTH GROUND CONNECTION ONLY. programmablepower.com...

  • Page 39: Figure 3-3: Bps30 And Bps45 Series Ac Input Connection Diagram (Rear View)

    AMETEK Programmable Power BPS30/BPS45 3ø AC Line Input PROTECTIVE GROUND EXTERNAL CIRCUIT BREAKER AC MAINS 3 PHASE Figure 3-3: BPS30 and BPS45 Series AC Input Connection Diagram (Rear view) BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 40: Table 3-1: Suggested Input Wiring Sizes For Each Bps Cabinet

    The input power cables, and protective circuit breaker used must be large enough to handle the input current and input voltage of the power source and must conform to local electrical codes. Consult a qualified electrician prior to installation. Table 3-1 shows the size of the cables that may be used per BPS cabinet.
  • Page 41 Allow capacitors to discharge to a safe voltage before touching exposed pins of mains supply connectors. Power modules need at least 15 Minutes to discharge to safe levels before they can be removed. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 42: Ac On/Off Circuit Breaker On Bps Series Front Panel

    It is important to understand the purpose and operation of the On/Off circuit breaker of the BPS Series located on the lower left side of the front panel. This is a 2A rated breaker that is used to engage and protect the LV Power supply of the BPS chassis only.

  • Page 43: Figure 3-4: Bps30 Or Bsp45 Rear Panel

    AMETEK Programmable Power Figure 3-4: BPS30 or BSP45 Rear Panel BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 44: Output Connections

    3.6 Output Connections 3.6.1 Output Wiring The output terminal blocks, TB1A and TB1B are located at the front of the unit behind the bottom access panel. See Figure 4-2 for details. Three phase output line connections are made to terminal block TB1A. The phase outputs are labeled A, B and C.

  • Page 45: Figure 3-5: External Sense Cable Shield Connection To Chassis Ground

    Table 3-2: Suggested Output Wiring Sizes * Note: Use high temperature rated wire. Always consult the National Electrical Code and local code regulations for proper rating and size of wire cabling prior to installation. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 46: Output Terminal Blocks

    3.6.2 Output Terminal Blocks The BPS30-3 and BPS45-3 have two output terminal blocks, TB1A and TB1B. The BPS30-1 and BPS45-1 only has one output terminal block, TB1B. The terminal blocks are large enough to accommodate the recommended wire gauge sizes shown in Table 4-2. The terminal blocks are located in the lower right corner on the front of the unit.

  • Page 47: Bps30-1, Bps45-1 - 1 Ø Mode Output Wiring Diagram

    Always disconnect all input power from the BPS before removing the front panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal connections. Route the wires from the back of the BPS to the front in the provided cable guides. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 48: Figure 3-7: Bps30-1 / Bps45-1 Output Wiring (Rear View)

    BPS30-1 or BPS45-1 Figure 3-7: BPS30-1 / BPS45-1 Output Wiring (Rear view) programmablepower.com...

  • Page 49: Bps30-3, Bps45-3 3Ø Mode Output Wiring Diagram

    Always disconnect all input power from the BPS before removing the front panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal connections. Route the wires from the back of the BPS to the front in the provided cable guides. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 50: Figure 3-8: Bps30-3 / Bps45-3 Output Wiring (Rear View)

    BPS30-3/BPS45-3 Figure 3-8: BPS30-3 / BPS45-3 Output Wiring (Rear view) programmablepower.com...

  • Page 51: Unpacking And Installation - Bps75 Thru Bps180 Models

    BPS Series unit(s) will be installed can support the weight of the unit(s). 4.2 Power Requirements The BPS Series power Source has been designed to operate from a three- phase, three wire (Wye or Delta) AC input line. A protective earth connection is required as well. (PE).

  • Page 52: Figure 4-1: Bps75/Bps90 Power Source Photo

    Figure 4-1: BPS75/BPS90 Power Source Photo programmablepower.com...

  • Page 53: Mechanical Installation

    The front and back of each unit must be kept clear of obstruction and a 6” clearance must be maintained to the rear. Special consideration of overall airflow characteristics and the resultant internal heat rise must be always considered to avoid self-heating and over temperature problem. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 54: Ac Input Connections And Wiring

    Figure 4-2 for details. No wiring for AC input connections is provided with the BPS Series and must be provided by the end user or installer. Input wiring should be entered through the right-hand side (when facing the back of the BPS...

  • Page 55: Figure 4-2: Location Of Bps75 And Bps90 Ac Input And Chassis Ground Connection

    WARNING DELTA INPUT WIRING CONNECTION ONLY. NO NEUTRAL CONNECTION IS REQUIRED OR PROVIDED. DO NOT USE AN AC NEUTRAL CONDUCTOR FOR GROUNDING THE CHASSIS. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 56 USE A SEPARATE PROTECTIVE EARTH GROUND CONNECTION ONLY. programmablepower.com...

  • Page 57: Figure 4-3: Bps75-3 Or Bps90-3 Ac Input Connection Diagram (Rear View)

    AMETEK Programmable Power Figure 4-3: BPS75-3 or BPS90-3 AC Input Connection Diagram (Rear view) BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 58: Table 4-1: Suggested Input Wiring Sizes For Each Rs Cabinet

    The input power cables, and protective circuit breaker used must be large enough to handle the input current and input voltage of the power source and must conform to national and local electrical codes. Consult a qualified electrician prior to installation. Table 4-1 shows the size of the cables that may be used per each BPS cabinet.

  • Page 59: Ac On/Off Circuit Breaker On Bps Series Front Panel

    It is important to understand the purpose and operation of the On/Off circuit breaker of the BPS Series located on the lower left side of the front panel. This is a 2.5A rated breaker that is used to engage and protect the two LV Power supplies of the BPS chassis only.

  • Page 60: Figure 4-4: Bps75-3 Or Bps90-3 Rear Panel - External Sense Connector Location

    Figure 4-4: BPS75-3 or BPS90-3 Rear Panel – External Sense connector location. programmablepower.com...

  • Page 61: Output Connections

    External sense is recommended for multi-cabinet systems is the output wiring from the cabinets to the common output terminal block supplied is not of equal length. Figure 4-5: External sense cable shield connection to chassis ground BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 62: Table 4-2: Suggested Output Wiring Sizes

    Note: The output of the power source is isolated from the input line and floating with respect to chassis ground. If needed, either side (HI or LO) may be grounded. If the EUT changes frequently, you may want to consider using some quick disconnect scheme external to the BPS so it will not be necessary to power down the BPS and remove the rear covers.

  • Page 63: Output Terminal Blocks

    Table 4-3 Connector Terminal M ode Output TB1A 3 Phase Phase A 3 Phase Phase B 3 Phase Phase C TB1B 1 - 4 3 Phase Neutral Table 4-3: Output Terminal connections. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 64: Figure 4-6: Location Of Output Terminals (Rear View)

    Figure 4-6: Location of Output Terminals (Rear view) programmablepower.com...

  • Page 65: Output Wiring Diagram

    Depending on wire size required, it may be necessary to use two strain relief holes with 2 wires through each as shown. Figure 4-7: BPS75-3 or BPS90-3 Output Wiring (Rear panel view) BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 66: Bps150-3 Or Bps180-3 Parallel Output Wiring Diagram

    4.6.4 BPS150-3 or BPS180-3 Parallel Output Wiring Diagram Figure 4-8 shows the required output connections for a two chassis dual chassis parallel mode output configuration (rear view). Always disconnect all input power from the BPS system before removing the rear panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal connections.

  • Page 67: Figure 4-8: Bps150-3 Or Bps180-3 - 2 Chassis Output Wiring (Rear View)

    AMETEK Programmable Power Figure 4-8: BPS150-3 or BPS180-3 - 2 Chassis Output Wiring (Rear view) BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 68: Multi-Chassis Output Connections

    4.6.5 Multi-Chassis Output Connections If two or more BPS chassis are used to form a single power system, the outputs of all chassis need to be combined (paralleled by phase). This can be done directly at the EUT if convenient or using the provided heavy-duty terminal blocks.

  • Page 69: Connectors - Rear Panel

    California Instruments equipment. A set of two identical System Interface connectors, P8 and P9 ( TBD ) is located on the rear panel of each BPS chassis. The system interface is BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 70 used to connect the multiple BPS power sources in a Master/Auxiliary configuration to create BPS150 or BPS180 models. In these configurations, only the Master BPS power source has a built-in controller and front panel. P8 / P9 Description OUTP: Output ON. Controls state of output relay COM : Common.

  • Page 71: Analog Input Connector

    RPV HI. INPUT: A nalog input for External M odulation RPV Lo. INPUT: return. EX T SY NC HI INPUT: A nalog input for external sync mode. EX T SY NC Lo INPUT: return. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 72: Table 4-5: Analog Interface Connector

    Description INPUT: Remote Inhibit. (See paragraph 4.11.) INPUT: return. Table 4-5: Analog Interface Connector programmablepower.com...

  • Page 73: Bnc Connectors

    Phase C sense Neutral sense Table 4-7: External Sense Connector 4.7.5 RS232C Serial Interface Connector An RS232 serial interface connector is located on the rear panel on all models. Name Direction Output Input BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 74: Table 4-8: Rs232 Connector Pin Out - Bps Series With Rs232 And Usb

    Input Output Table 4-8: RS232 Connector pin out – BPS Series with RS232 and USB. The BPS Series models RS232 interface use a straight through DB9 male to DB9 female serial cable, which is supplied in the BPS ship kit for these models.

  • Page 75: Usb Interface

    Use GPIB interface for multiple power source control. Figure 4-10: USB Connector pin orientation. Name Description V BUS +5 V DC Data - Data + Ground Table 4-9: USB Connector pin out. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 76: Lan Interface - Rj45

    The serial tag is located on the rear panel of the unit. For information on how to set up a network connection or a direct PC connection using the LAN interface, refer to the BPS Series Programming Manual distributed in Adobe PDF format on the CD ROM provided.

  • Page 77: Table 4-10: Rj45 Lan Connector Pin Out

    User Manual AMETEK Programmable Power Table 4-10: RJ45 LAN Connector pin out. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 78: Multiple Cabinet Power Up/Down Procedures

    4.8 Multiple Cabinet Power Up/Down Procedures For all multi-cabinet BPS Series configurations (BPS150 through BPS180), the following Power Up (Turn on) and Power Down (Turn off) procedures should be observed for best performance. 4.8.1 Power Up Procedure Follow these steps: Turn on each of the Auxiliary units using the front panel circuit breaker, one at a time.

  • Page 79: Basic Initial Functional Test

    Also monitor the scope. The output should be a sinusoidal voltage waveform. If the output tracks, increase the voltage till you reach 80 % of the voltage range or more. Check the output voltage reading and waveform. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 80 Select the MEASUREMENT 1 screen by pressing the MEAS button. The output voltage, current and power will be displayed. For three phase configurations, use the PHASE button to select the øABC display mode. This will show the voltage, current and power for all three phases. If all phases are loaded equally, the same current and power should be visible for all three unless the voltages are not programmed to the same level.

  • Page 81: Remote Inhibit / Remote Shutdown

    It may be necessary to provide a remote shutdown of the AC output of the BPS. The external remote inhibit input may be used for this purpose (RI). This input is also referred to as remote shutdown. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 82: Table 4-11: Remote Inhibit Mode Settings

    The default mode of operation for the RI input is a contact closure between pins 5 and 6 (return) of the rear panel screw-terminal strip. This will open the output relay of the BPS. It is possible to reverse the polarity of the RI input. This requires the use of the following bus command: OUTPut:RI[:LEVel] HIGH...

  • Page 83: Front Panel Operation

    BPS Series unit. Note however than AC input power remains applied to the primary side of the input transformer. When the input current rating of the BPS Series AC power source is exceeded, the protective fuses (F1 through F3 or F1 through F6 depending on model) will blow.

  • Page 84: Status Indicator Lights

    SYST:REM command. Any time the REMOTE LED is lit, the front panel of the BPS Series unit is disabled. There is no LOCAL button that allows the user to regain control of the front panel. This prevents accidental change of settings in ATE applications.

  • Page 85: The Shuttle Knob

    This mode allows changes to be made to all output parameters and executing them all at once by pressing the ENTER key. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 86: Function Keypad

    PROG, WAVE, and MEAS keys respectively. A map of the Main menus is provided on the next few pages. There are three top level menus in the BPS Series. PROG The PROG key is a shortcut to access the PROGRAM menu directly.
  • Page 87 DC mode of operation. For fields that have only two possible values such as the voltage range field, the +/- key can be used to toggle between these two values. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 88: Decimal Keypad

    5.1.6 DECIMAL KEYPAD The decimal keypad may be used to enter any numeric parameter required in any of the menu fields. Several fields accept input from either the keypad or the knob. Data entered from the keypad is normally accepted once the ENTER key is pressed unless the front panel mode is in the SET mode.

  • Page 89: Lcd Display

    5.1.7 LCD Display The LCD display of the BPS Series power source provides information on instrument settings and also guides the user through the various menus. To ease reading of the displayed information, most screens are widely spaced.

  • Page 90: Figure 5-6: Main Menu 1 Screen

    The MORE selection located at the bottom right-hand side provides access to menu choices at the same level that did not fit on a single screen. Thus, to access MENU 2, the cursor should be placed on the ‘MORE’ selection followed by pressing the ‘ENTER’ key. Alternatively, the MENU key may be pressed to move to the MENU 2 screen.

  • Page 91: Menu Structure

    AMETEK Programmable Power 5.2 Menu Structure The next few pages show a map of the available menus in the BPS Series. There are three main level (level 1) menus from which all other menus can be reached. Frequently used (level 2) menus have a short cut key that provides direct access.
  • Page 92 APPLICATIONS The APPLICATIONS menu provides access to the optional firmware application programs that may be installed in the BPS Series AC source. Not all applications are available on this model power source. SETUP REGISTERS The SETUP REGISTERS menu allows complete instrument settings and transient list programs to be saved to nonvolatile memory.
  • Page 93 AC source measurement system. OUTPUT CAL The OUTPUT CAL menu allows for calibration of the AC source output. Following the Menu overview pages is a detailed description of each menu and sub menu. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 94: Overview Of Menu 1

    5.2.2 Overview of Menu 1 level 1 level 2 level 3 M ENU 1 PROGRA M PROGRA M 1 V OLTA GE FREQ V OLT RA NGE CURR LIM IT M ORE PROGRA M 2 PHA SE CLOCK M ODE V OLT M ODE DC OFFSET STA RT ø...

  • Page 95: Overview Of Menu 2 And 3

    CONFIG SETUP 4 M A NUA L OPTn LA N M EA SUREM ENT V OLT FS CA L CURR FS PREV IOUS SCREEN OUTPUT CA L V OLT FS V OLT ZERO BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 96: Program Menu

    level 1 level 2 level 3 PHA SE OFST IHA RM FS IM P. REA L FS IM P. REA CT FS IM P. REA L M IN IM P. REA CT M IN PREV IOUS SCREEN 5.2.4 PROGRAM Menu Figure 5-8: PROGRAM Menu The PROGRAM menu is shown in Figure...
  • Page 97 The actual response of the AC Source to a current limit fault is determined by the protection mode selected in the CONFIGURATION menu. (CC = Constant Current, CV = Constant Voltage). BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 98 VOLT MODE The BPS Series offers three output modes, AC, DC and AC+DC. The VOLT MODE field can be used to toggle between these three output modes. Both the Knob and the +/- key may be used to toggle through these three selections.

  • Page 99: Measurements Screens

    User Manual AMETEK Programmable Power 5.2.5 MEASUREMENTS Screens The BPS Series uses a DSP based data acquisition system to provide extensive information regarding the output of the Source. This data acquisition system digitizes the voltage and current waveforms and calculates several parameters from this digitized data. The result of these calculations is displayed in a series of measurement data screens.
  • Page 100 FREQ When in AC or AC+DC mode, the output frequency is measured at the sense lines. When in DC only mode, this value always reads “DC”. POWER In both AC and DC mode, this value is the real rms. power consumed by the load. MEASUREMENT 2 VA POWER In AC or AC+DC mode, this value is the apparent...
  • Page 101 Select the measurement 1 screen by pressing the MEAS key. The pointer symbol () points to the programmed parameter (V, F or CL) that will be affected by turning the shuttle. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 102: Transients Menu

    5.2.6 TRANSIENTS Menu Figure 5-10: TRANSIENTS Menu The transient menu provides access to the transient list data. Available list length is:100 data points. This is represented by 100 transient step numbers from 0 through 99. From the Transient menu, the desired transient step type can be selected. Based on the user’s choice, the relevant transient type sub menu will be shown.

  • Page 103: Figure 5-11: Voltage Surge/Sag Setup Screen

    The start phase angle is not valid for DC transients. If no start phase angle is required, this field can be set to RANDOM by pressing the BACKSPACE (<-) key on the decimal keypad. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 104 GO TO VOLT This field will set the voltage level during the transient duration in volts DUR SCALE Duration scale default is time in seconds. Use the Shuttle knob to select CYCLES if desired. Note that durations expressed in cycles may cause rounding errors if the period of the selected frequency setting is not an integer number of mS.
  • Page 105 EVENT #’s to allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example, space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 106: Figure 5-12: Voltage Sweep/Step Setup Screen

    5.2.6.2 VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP sub menu Figure 5-12: VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen The Voltage sweep and step screen shown in Figure 5-12 can be reached from the transient screen as follows: Scroll to the VOLT SWEEP/STEP entry using the up and down keys. Press the ENTER key to bring up the VOLTAGE SWEEP/STEP screen.
  • Page 107 EVENT #’s to allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example, space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 108: Figure 5-13: Frequency Sweep/Step Setup Screen

    5.2.6.3 FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP sub menu Figure 5-13: FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen The Voltage sweep and step screen shown in Figure 5-13 can be reached from the transient screen as follows: Scroll to the FREQ SWEEP/STEP entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the ENTER key to bring up the FREQ SWEEP/STEP screen.
  • Page 109 EVENT #’s to allow insertion of an EVENT later if needed. (For example, space them by 5.) Entry of a sequence EVENT # number will cause the display to return to the TRANSIENT screen. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 110: Figure 5-14 Voltage/Frequency Sweep/Step Setup Screen

    5.2.6.4 VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP sub menu Figure 5-14 VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY SWEEP/STEP SETUP Screen The Volt/freq sweep/step screen shown in Figure 5-14 can be reached from the transient screen as follows: Scroll to the VOLT/FREQ SWEEP/STEP entry using the up and down cursor keys.

  • Page 111: Figure 5-15:Start/View Transient Sequence Screen

    Once a transient is in progress, this field changes to ABORT and can be used to abort a transient in BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 112 progress. If the transient completes execution, the field reverts back to START. PAUSE / RESUME The PAUSE field may be used to suspend execution of a transient list in progress. If the cursor is on the PAUSE field and the ENTER key is pressed, the transient is suspended and this field changes to RESUME.

  • Page 113: Setup Registers Menu

    To edit the register content, change all parameters that need to be changed. Pressing ENTER will save the new values and make them active. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 114: Utility Menus

    5.2.8 UTILITY Menus Figure 5-17: UTILITY Menus The UTILITY menus provide access to less frequently used setup items. There is no connection between the various entries in the UTILITY menu other than there is no other logical place to put them. The following entries can be found in the UTILITY menu: Entry Description...
  • Page 115 To set the LAN interface to AUTO IP mode, set the IP and Gateway address to all zeros. This will BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 116 cause the IP to be requested from the network the next time power is cycled. To manually set the IP and Gateway address, enter the address from the keypad. The Port address is normally set to 5025. The number of host bits is a function of the network address range.
  • Page 117 ENTER key. The new value will blink. To save it permanently, press the SET key. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 118: Figure 5-18: Gpib/Rs232 Setup Menu

    4 different interfaces although only one can be used at the same time. Refer to the BPS Series Programming Manual P/N 7003-961 distributed in Adobe PDF format on the same CD ROM as this user manual for more details on using the RS232, USB, or LAN interface.
  • Page 119 For USB or LAN use, always use factory settings. The number of start bits is always fixed to 1 bit. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 120: Figure 5-19: Voltage/Current Control Setup Menu

    5.2.8.2 VOLTAGE/CURRENT CONTROL SETUP menu Figure 5-19: VOLTAGE/CURRENT CONTROL SETUP Menu The VOLTAGE/CURRENT CONTROL SETUP menu may be used to set output voltage and current control parameters. These parameters are not frequently changed in the normal operation of the AC source and are thus located on the UTILITY rather than the PROGRAM menu.
  • Page 121 NO. OUTPUT This field is always set to three to indicate the 3 phase output configuration of the BPS Series. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 122: Figure 5-20: Initial Setup Menus

    5.2.8.3 INITIAL SETUP menu Figure 5-20: INITIAL SETUP Menus Any time the power source is powered up, the output will reflect the values stored as the INITIAL setup values. This allows the unit to be always powered up in a known state. The INITIAL values can be set in the INITIAL SETUP menus.
  • Page 123 Determines ALC mode at power on. The ALC mode adjusts the output voltage based on internal voltage measurement system and provides enhanced output regulation and accuracy. Available settings are ON, OFF or REG. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 124: Figure 5-21: Limit Setup Menu

    5.2.8.4 LIMIT SETUP screen Figure 5-21: LIMIT SETUP Menu The limit setup screen is not a menu but only serves to inform the user of the hardware capabilities of the AC source. The cursor can be moved to any of the fields in this screen but none of these fields can be changed. The following information is provided on this screen: Entry Description...

  • Page 125: Figure 5-22: Configuration Setup Menus

    Available settings are: BPS30-1 Single phase BPS30 system Master BPS30-3 Three phase BPS30 system Master BPS45-1 Single phase BPS45 system Master BPS45-3 Three phase BPS90 system Master BPS75-3 Three phase BPS75 system Master BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 126: Measurement Cal Factors Menu

    BPS90-3 Three phase BPS90 system Master BPS150-3 Three phase BPS150 system Master BPS180-3 Three phase BPS180 system Master Three phase Auxiliary System. If this field is set incorrectly, the current limit scaling and current measurement will be off by a factor of three.

  • Page 127: Output Cal Factors Menu

    The following calibration factors are available from this menu: Entry Description VOLT FS Full scale voltage output calibration factor. VOLT ZERO Zero offset voltage calibration factor. PHASE OFST Phase offset calibration factor. Compensates for phase shift caused by AC amplifier. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 128: Output Programming

    5.3 Output Programming 5.3.1 Set the Output Output parameters are all set from the PROGRAM screen. Use the MENU key and select the PROGRAM entry. • Press the ENTER key to bring up the PROGRAM menu. • Use the PROG key to directly bring up the PROGRAM menu. •...

  • Page 129: Change Output Values With The Knob In Set Mode

    Select the MEASUREMENT 1 screen by pressing the MEAS key. A small arrow will be showing in front of either the Voltage or Frequency measurement readout. The shuttle knob can now be used to increment or decrement the selected parameter. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 130: Standard Measurements

    MEAS button on the front panel. This will cause the screen to cycle through all available measurement screens. 5.4.1 Standard Controller Measurements For BPS Series power sources, the following measurement screen is available: M ode...

  • Page 131: Controller Measurements

    User Manual AMETEK Programmable Power 5.4.2 Controller Measurements For BPS Series the following four measurement screens are available: M ode V OLTA GE A C rms voltage CURRENT A C rms current FREQUENCY Frequency POW ER Real power V A POW ER...
  • Page 132 M easurement Operating M ode Extension and Coupling Coupling programmablepower.com...

  • Page 133: Accuracy Considerations

    This is particularly relevant for low current measurements. The BPS Series is a high power AC source optimized for providing and measuring high load currents. When powering low power...
  • Page 134 Display updates will occur about once per second. 5.4.4.2 Trigger source The BPS Series controller offers a choice of trigger sources in front panel operation mode. The following trigger sources are available from the TRIG SOURCE field: Immediate (IMM)

  • Page 135: Figure 5-25: Set Volt Trigger Source Acquisition

    90° in the PROGRAM 2 screen. START [ENTER] ACQUISITION WINDOW TRIGGER DELAY TRIGGER = SET VOLT 120 Figure 5-25: SET VOLT Trigger Source Acquisition BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 136 This mode is appropriate for capturing the inrush current of a load by programming the voltage to a specified value and capturing the voltage and current at that moment in time. A further refinement can be made by specifying the voltage start phase angle in the PROGRAM 2 screen.

  • Page 137: Figure 5-26: Positive Trigger Delay (Post Trigger Data)

    Positive trigger delay values may be set from 0.0 mS to 1000.0 mS (1 second) in 0.1 mS increments. The value may be entered directly from the keyboard or using the knob. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 138: Figure 5-27: Negative Trigger Delay (Pre-Trigger Data)

    PRE TRIGGER DELAY Alternatively, a negative trigger delay value may be specified up to the maximum time window depth of the acquisition window. The value may be entered directly from the keyboard or using the knob. The following time interval range is available: 128 mS to 1280 mS.

  • Page 139: Transient Programming

    AC source to change the output amplitude. Step transients can only be programmed through the BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 140 bus, not the front panel. Refer to the SCPI Programming Manual for more information about programming Step transients and triggers. programmablepower.com...

  • Page 141: Pulse Transients

    Figure 5-28: Pulse Transients Note that Pulse transients can only be programmed over the bus, not the front panel. Refer to the SCPI Programming Manual for more information about programming Pulse transients and triggers. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 142: List Transients

    5.5.5 List Transients List transients provide the most versatile means of controlling the output in a specific manner as they allow a series of parameters to be programmed in a timed sequence. Figure 5-29 shows a voltage output generated from a list. The output shown represents three different AC voltage pulses (160 volts for 33 mS, 120 volts for 83 mS, and 80 volts for 150 mS) separated by 67 mS, zero volt intervals.
  • Page 143 • If you have an BPS Series AC source, move down to the FUNCTION field and use the knob to select SINE. The knob will allow you to scroll through all available wave shapes in the active WAVE GROUP.
  • Page 144 Repeat steps 6 through 16 two more times using 120 V, 83 mS and • 80 V, 150 mS as values for EVENT # 10 and EVENT #15. Once you have programmed these three events, move the cursor in the TRANSIENTS menu to the START/VIEW SEQUENCE field and press the ENTER key.

  • Page 145: Programming Slew Rates

    Transient lists are stored as part of the overall instrument front panel setup in any of the available setup registers. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 146 To save the transient list you created in the previous example, proceed as follows: Press the MENU key two times to bring up the MENU 2 screen. Move the cursor to the SETUP REGISTERS entry and press the ENTER key. The cursor will default to the SAVE REGISTER # position.

  • Page 147: Principle Of Operation

    User Manual AMETEK Programmable Power 6. Principle of Operation 6.1 General An explanation of the circuits in the BPS Series is given in this section. Refer to Figure 6-1 for a basic functional block diagram of the system. Figure 6-2 shows a more detailed system interconnect for a BPS90-3 three-phase output unit.

  • Page 148: Overall Description

    Figure 6-1: BPS Series Functional Block Diagram 6.2 Overall Description Three-phase input power is routed from the back of the cabinet to a fuse holder terminal block located in the bottom front of the unit. The lower front access panel has to be removed to gain access to the AC input connection fuse block.
  • Page 149 LV Supply to provide sufficient cooling of the supply and the other modules in the top section of the BPS. The individual assemblies are described in more detail in the following paragraphs. Refer to Figure 6-1 for an overall functional block diagram. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 150: Controller Assembly

    If the BPS system is used over one of the remote control interfaces, the keyboard functions can be locked out by asserting the REMOTE state. See the BPS Series Programming Manual (P/N 9003-961) for details.
  • Page 151 User Manual AMETEK Programmable Power Remote Inhibit (terminal strip) • External Sync (terminal strip) • Output Status (specific top assembly models only) • BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 152: Figure 6-2: Bps90 Series Detailed Block Diagram

    Figure 6-2: BPS90 Series Detailed Block Diagram programmablepower.com...

  • Page 153: Figure 6-3: Power Module Detailed Block Diagram

    User Manual AMETEK Programmable Power Figure 6-3: Power Module Detailed Block Diagram BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 154: System Interface Board

    6.4 System Interface Board The System Interface Board is located in the top section of the BPS unit. To access this assembly, the side and front covers must be removed. The System Interface board, A6, receives the oscillator signal from the CPU controller assembly for all phases and passes it through to all amplifiers whose gains are controlled by a signal from the over current circuit.

  • Page 155: Power Module

    AC to AC or AC to DC converter. The three power modules are identical and can be interchanged if needed although this is not recommended under normal use. The power module is depicted in Figure 6-4. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 156: Figure 6-4: Power Module Layout

    Figure 6-4: Power Module Layout programmablepower.com...

  • Page 157: Pfc Input Power Converter

    (300 Vac ./ 400 Vdc) or low (150 Vac / 200 Vdc) output voltage range. Note that some configurations of the BPS Series may be hardwired for single range use.

  • Page 158: Amplifier Boards

    6.7.3 Amplifier Boards The Amplifier boards are each attached to a heat sink and stacked on top of each other at the top portion of the power module enclosure. Sets of two boards are held together by a bracket which screws into the back wall of the power module enclosure.

  • Page 159: Filter Boards

    6.7.6 Output Snubber Board A small output snubber board is attached to the output terminals of each power module. This snubber provides the required operating stability of the amplifiers. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 160 CAUTION: VOLTAGES UP TO 480 VAC AND 450 VDC ARE PRESENT IN CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THIS POWER SOURCE. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES. DEATH ON CONTACT MAY RESULT IF PERSONNEL FAIL TO OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS WHEN POWER IS APPLIED. programmablepower.com...

  • Page 161: Calibration

    AC Source in the upper current range (80-100 %). Suggested values of load bank settings are shown in Table 7-1. PC with Virtual Panels: Optional. Consult factory for further information. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 162: Front Panel Calibration Screens

    7.2 Front Panel Calibration Screens The calibration screens for output or measurement calibration can be selected from the MENU 3 screen. (Press MENU button several times to toggle to MENU 3 screen.) To select the OUTPUT CALIBRATION screen, press the ↑ or ↓ key several times to highlight OUTPUT CAL.

  • Page 163: Figure 7-1: Sample Voltage Calibration Setup Bps75 Or Bps90 (Rear View)

    Figure 7-1: Sample Voltage Calibration Setup BPS75 or BPS90 (Rear view) BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 164: Routine Measurement Calibration

    7.3 Routine Measurement Calibration The BPS Series controller measures voltage and current by digitizing both voltage and current waveforms on each available output phase. This data is subsequently processed and use to calculate all measurement parameters such as VRMS, IRMS, Power, VA, Frequency etc. To calibrate all measurements, only the voltage and current measurement functions need to be calibrated.

  • Page 165: Figure 7-2: Sample Bps 90 Current Measurement Calibration Setup (Rear View)

    Figure 7-2: Sample BPS 90 Current Measurement Calibration Setup (Rear view) BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 166: Table 7-1: Sample Bps45/90/180 Calibration Load Resistance And Power Values

    Connect the load to the output. Use the 1 mOhm current shunt in series with the load to measure the AC and DC load current. When programming a DC load always program the output voltage to 0 volts before changing the output load. This will prevent load switch contacts from being damaged.

  • Page 167: Measurement Cal - Ac

    Repeat Paragraph 7.3 for each phase. Move the external test equipment to the phase that is being calibrated. Refer to Figure 7-2 While viewing the calibration screen, press the PHASE key to select the respective phase. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 168: Routine Output Calibration

    7.4 Routine Output Calibration For best results, it is recommended to perform the measurement calibration procedure first. See section 7.3. Follow the steps outlined in this section to perform a routine output calibration. Note that each available output range (except -HV option) has its own output calibration coefficients and must be calibrated.

  • Page 169: Figure 7-3: Dc Offset Ac Filter

    Figure 7-3: DC offset AC filter BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 170: Output Cal

    7.4.1 Output Cal 300 VAC Range DC Zero: Program the output to the 300 VAC Range by pressing and selecting the 300 Range with the shuttle. Program the output to 0.0 volts and 60 Hz. Go to the OUTPUT CAL screen, select the VOLT ZERO parameter and adjust the output to 0.0 ±...

  • Page 171: Three Phase Mode

    Multimeter. The LO input should remain connected to the common LO of the sense connector. 7.4.3 Phase Angle Calibration Output phase angle calibration is required only on BPS Series models capable of three-phase mode operation. A phase meter is required to perform this calibration.

  • Page 172: Output Calibration Summary

    240.0 V , 60 Hz V OLT FS 240 ± 0.05 V A C Phase Offset B, C 150 V A C range, 120V , 60 PHA SE OFST ± 0.5° Table 7-3: Output Calibration Table – BPS Series programmablepower.com...

  • Page 173: Non-Routine Calibration

    Press the OUTPUT ON/OFF key to disable the output. Move DMM leads to the B module terminals 6 and 7. Press the • OUTPUT ON/OFF key to enable the output. Measure the B module BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 174 output and write it down, Press the OUTPUT ON/OFF key to disable the output. Move DMM leads to the C module terminals 6 and 7. Press the • OUTPUT ON/OFF key to enable the output. Measure the C module output and write it down, Press the OUTPUT ON/OFF key to disable the output.

  • Page 175: Service

    Table 8-1: Basic Symptoms 8.3.1 Excessive Output Voltage CAUSE SOLUTION External sense not connected (If used) Connect external sense wires from TB2 on rear panel to the A C power outputs on TB1A and TB1B BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 176: Poor Output Voltage Regulation

    8.3.2 Poor Output Voltage Regulation CAUSE SOLUTION Unit is overloaded Remove overload Unit is programmed to wrong voltage range. Select correct voltage range. Input line has fallen below spec. limit. Check input supply voltage. programmablepower.com...

  • Page 177: Overload Light Is On

    Switch the breaker on. No input power to F1 – F3 or F1 - F6 (model Ensure 3 phase power is getting to input dependent). fuses. LV Power Supply failure Have LV supply serviced. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 178: No Output But Front Panel Controller Is Active

    8.3.7 No Output But Front Panel controller is active CAUSE SOLUTION “OUTPUT ON” button is turned off. Press OUTPUT ON so that “ON” LED is lit. REM OTE INHIBIT pins 5 & 6 at TB3 on rear Check polarity setting or RI M ode. Use panel are shorted together.

  • Page 179: Advanced Troubleshooting

    Make a visual inspection of the unit and ensure all the connectors are properly mated and there are no loose wires. 8.4.4 Fuse Check Using an ohmmeter, check input fuses F1 through F6 for continuity. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 180: Power-On Troubleshooting Using The Led's

    8.4.5 Power-on Troubleshooting Using the LED’s. WARNING: Do not touch any parts inside the unit during this test as they will be live and dangerous. Always wear safety glasses. If the three input fuses are OK, then reconnect the main AC input power to the cabinet.

  • Page 181: Other No Output Conditions

    An amplifier device failure is not audible at all so there may be no indication of this other than checking as follows: Measure the output voltage with Zero AC volts programmed. Remove any EUT from the output connections. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 182: Factory Assistance

    Turn output ON and measure the AC and DC output. It should be close to zero. If the output reads –225VDC on the low range and close to 0 Vdc on the high range, then it is almost certain that the fuse is blown and 1 or 2 IGBT devices are shorted.

  • Page 183: Fuses

    AC mains input, 400 - 480V 270226 F1 thru F6 110A Power Module PFC Fuse 270249 100A AMP Heat Sink Fuses 270168 F1 – F8 Fan Fuse, 250V 270134 Table 8-2: BPS75 and BPS90 Fuse Ratings BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 184: Firmware Updates

    A Windows 7,8x, or 10 PC with available RS232 serial port (COM port). A RS232 serial cable, P/N 7000-263-2. This cable is provided in the BPS Series ship kit. If lost, refer to the BPS Series programming manual (PN 7003-961) for cable pin-out information or contact customer service (service.ppd@ametek.com) to order a replacement.
  • Page 185 Firmware Down Load Mode User Entry Serial Port Setup Baud 38400,Bits 8,Stop 1,No Parity Now launch the Flash Loader utility program “FlashLoaderComm.exe”. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 186 Select the COM port to be used (default is COM1). Leave “Baud rate” and “Cmd Delay” set to their default values of 38400 baud and 0 mS. Click on the “Init Port” button. If the selected port can be initialized, the “Flash Update”...

  • Page 187: Flash Download Messages

    1. Check cable connection. read-back from Flash block. 2. Try setting CmdDelay in Communication interrupted or Flash loader program to 100 problem with RS232 interface. mS and try again. Table 8-3: Flash Download Messages BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 188: Top Assembly Replaceable Parts - Bsp30 And Bps45 Models

    9. Top Assembly Replaceable Parts – BSP30 and BPS45 Models Note that different generation and model BPS units may use different sub-assemblies. Check the serial tag on the back of the MX to determine the applicable top assembly number to determine the correct sub assembly or part required.
  • Page 189 A F50-30-00-72 A BB 245247 Relay, 3C, 90A, 24V DC A F50-30-00-72 A BB 245247 Relay, 3C, 90A, 24V DC A F50-30-00-72 A BB 245248 Relay, 3C, 100A , 24V DC A F75-30-00-72 BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 190 Ref. Description V endor Location A BB 245248 Relay, 3C, 100A , 24V DC A F75-30-00-72 A BB 245248 Relay, 3C, 100A , 24V DC A F75-30-00-72 Ref. Description V endor Location A mplifier A ssy. 15K va 7003-448-1 7003-730-1 PC Assy., Modulator AMETEK PP A 7 thru A12...
  • Page 191 330437 Transistor, IGBT FUJI, 2MBI150TA-060 A9-PFC BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 192 Seq # Description V endor Qty A ssy. Number and Location Top A ssembly 7003-400-01 Ferraz Shawmut A6T200 270246 FUSE, 200A, 600V Littlefuse JLLS 200 Ferraz Shawmut A6T200 270246 FUSE, 200A, 600V For 208V / 230V Input Littlefuse JLLS 200 Ferraz Shawmut A6T200 270246 FUSE, 200A, 600V...
  • Page 193 BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 194: Top Assembly Replaceable Parts - Bps75 Thru Bps180 Models

    10. Top Assembly Replaceable Parts – BPS75 thru BPS180 Models. Note that different generation and model BPS units may use different sub-assemblies. Check the serial tag on the back of the BPS to determine the applicable top assembly number to determine the correct sub assembly or part required.
  • Page 195 PC Assy., Modulator AMETEK PP A 7 thru A 12 7003-716-1 PC Assy, PFC AMETEK PP A 7 thru A 12 7003-726-1 PC Assy., Output Filter AMETEK PP A 7 thru A 12 BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 196 7003-726-2 PC Assy., Output Filter AMETEK PP A 7 thru A 12 7003-708-1 PC Assy, Fan Control AMETEK PP A 7 thru A 12 7003-729-1 PC Assy, Pwr Interconnect AMETEK PP A 14 A 7 thru A 12 330450 Transistor, FET INFINEON, IPW60R045CPXK A 7 thru A 12 330450...
  • Page 197 FUSE, 3A, 250V Bussmann PCC3 A8-A8 270183 FUSE, 3A, 250V Bussmann PCC3 A9-A8 270192 FUSE, Poly switch Raychem RUE250 A7-A8 270192 FUSE, Poly switch Raychem RUE250 A8-A8 270192 FUSE, Poly switch Raychem RUE250 A9-A8 BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 198: Options

    11. Options 11.1 Introduction There are a number of options available for the BPS Series, both hardware and software. While not all or no options may be present on your specific unit, this section of the manual incorporates the user documentation for all available options.
  • Page 199 Note: Do not misplace the 2 keys provided, as no duplicates are available from CI. If lost, the ES switch must be replaced. In this case, contact AMETEK Programmable Power customer service. (service.ppd@ametek.com). BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...

  • Page 200: Error Messages

    12. Error Messages Any errors that occur during operation from either the front panel or the remote control interface will result in error messages. Error messages are displayed in the upper left-hand corner of the LCD display. They are also stored in the error message queue from which they can be queried using the SYST:ERR? Query.
  • Page 201 GPIB commands. -203 "Command protected" Command is locked out Some commands are supported by the unit but are locked out for protection of settings and are not user accessible. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 202 Number M essage String Cause Remedy -210 "Trigger error" Problem with trigger Unit could not generate system. trigger for transient execution or measurement. -211 "Trigger ignored" Trigger request has been Trigger setup incorrect or unit ignored. was not armed when trigger was received.
  • Page 203 -330 "Self-test failed" Internal error Contact service department at service.ppd@ametek.com -350 "Queue overflow" M essage queue full. Too many messages. Read status using SY ST:ERR query BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 204 Number M essage String Cause Remedy until 0, "No Error" is received indicating queue empty. -400 "Query error" Unable to complete query. Check programming manual for correct query format and parameters -410 "Query Query issued but Check application program for INTERRUPTED"...
  • Page 205 Reduce programmed RM S value. "Slew time exceed Time needed to slew to Check dwell times in transient dwell" final value is less than list settings. Increase dwell dwell time. BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 206 Cycle power on EOS to reset by EOS option. error. If error persists, contact This option is not service at service.ppd@ametek.com available on BPS Series for repair. products. "W aveform harmonics Harmonic contents of user Reduce harmonic content or limit"...

  • Page 207: Table 12-1: Error Messages

    32 will be generated. “Negative power Too much power fed back. Reduce the amount of power fault” Power source output being fed back into the power disconnected. source. Table 12-1: Error Messages BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 208 Index +/- key ........70 Efficiency ........17 Emissions ........23 error messages ......169 -ES ..........24 input ........29, 45 Ethernet ........100 Acoustic ........23, 27 arrow keys ........68 Finish paint ......... 22 blinking firmware parameter entry ......68 downloads ........
  • Page 209 Remote Inhibit ........65 Modulator ........127 repeat .......... 94 replacement parts ....161, 164 Noise ........... 18 RJ45 connector ........61 Offset Voltage RS232 .......... 100 DC ..........18 RS232 connector ........ 59 BPS Series User Manual - M440077-01 Rev B...
  • Page 210 RS232C ........21 list ........... 122 pulse ......... 121 slew rate ........124 Safety .......... 23 step .......... 120 sense ........... 151 Transients wiring ........36, 51 Input ......... 21 SET key ........70 Trigger SET mode ........68 input BNC ........20 Shock ...........

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