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Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply IT6000C Series User Manual Model: IT6000C Series Version: V1.4/08,2020...
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CAUTION sign until the in- pose. ITECH shall not be held liable Manual Part Number dicated conditions are for errors or for incidental or indirect fully understood and met.
Warranty ITECH warrants that the product will be free from defects in material and work- manship under normal use for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery (except those described in the Limitation of Warranty below).
Failure to comply with these precautions or specific warn- ings elsewhere in this manual will constitute a default under safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the instrument. ITECH assumes no li- ability for the customer’s failure to comply with these precautions.
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7 Routine Maintenance ..................... 189 7.1 Instrument Self-Test ..................... 189 7.2 Cleaning and Maintenance .................. 189 7.3 Contact of ITECH Engineers ................190 7.4 Return for Repair....................191 A Appendix ........................193 A.1 Specifications of Red and Black Test Cables ............193...
♦ Options Introduction 1.1 Brief Introduction The IT6000C series Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply supports a variety of output capabilities to satisfy different test requirement such as high current and low voltage or high voltage and low current. Meanwhile, units of the same model can be run in parallel to deliver stronger output capacity.
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• When the Sense function is turned on, it can ensure that the DUT is safe in case of reverse connection or open circuit of the Sense line. The models included in the IT6000C series are as follows: Voltage Model...
18,000W. 1.2 Front-Panel Overview For the IT6000C series Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply, all front panels of the 3U model are the same, and the operation panels of other models are the same as those of the 3U model. The following is the front panel sche- matic of the 3U model.
3 Function and composite keys 7 Vent hole 4 Numeric and composite keys 8 USB storage device connection port 1.3 Keyboard Introduction The keyboard introduction of IT6000C series Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply is shown as follows. Keys Description [On/Off] Turn the power supply output on or off.
Save the common parameter settings. (Save) 1.4 Push-on Knob The IT6000C series Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply provides a knob on the front panel as shown in the next figure. The functions of the posh-on knob is described as follows.
[Enter] key to confirm the operation. 1.5 Rear Panel Introduction The rear panel of the 3U model of the IT6000C series Bi-directional Program- mable DC Power Supply (after removing the protective cover) is shown below. The rear panel of the 6U model is the same as the 3U model.
11. AC power input terminals (L1, L2, L3, and PE) 12. Chassis ground terminal 1.6 VFD Indicator Lamps Description The IT6000C series Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply VFD indica- tor lamps description is as follows: Table 1–1 VFD Indicator Lamps Description...
1.7 Configuration Menu Function This section gives an overview of the configuration menu of the IT6000C series power supply. The procedures to operate the configuration menu are as follows. 1. Press the composite keys [Shift]+[V-set] (Config) on the front panel to enter the configuration menu.
1.8 System Menu Function This Chapter offers a general introduction of system menus, allowing users to have a preliminary understanding of system functions of this IT6000C series. The steps of the system menu function are as follows: 1. Press the composite keys [Shift]+[P-set] (System) on the front panel to en- ter the system menu.
5.14 View the System In- System Info formation (System Info). 1.9 Options Introduction The IT6000C series Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply supports the following two types of optional accessories (sold separately), the details are as below: • Optional interface card –...
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Provision must be made to disconnect the external energy source before touching the output or sense terminals. • Always use test cables provided by ITECH to connect the equip- ment. If test cables from other factories are used, please confirm the maximum current that the test cables can withstand.
• VCP: Virtual serial port. Select this type, you need to install the correspond- ing driver. Please contact ITECH Technical Support for the driver. • LAN: USB-LAN interface, which is a virtual network port. After selecting this option, you also need to set the communication parame- ters of the LAN, and the menu items are the same as those in the LAN menu.
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1.8 System Menu Function for details. Configure LAN Interface Information The configurable parameters of the IT6000C series power supply are described as follows. IP-Conf • IP: This value is the Internet Protocol (IP) address of the instrument. An IP address is required for all IP and TCP/IP communications with the instru- ment.
This page allows you to monitor and control the instrument; • LAN Configuration: Reconfigure the LAN parameters; • Manual: Go to the ITECH official website and view or download the relevant documents. • Upload: Performs a system upgrade. Click CONNECT to connect the PC with the instrument, then click Select File to select the system upgrade installation package (for example, itech_6000_P.itech), and then click UPLOAD performs the upgrade op-...
Single mode, then power off and restart. Then consult ITECH technical support engineers for the parallel setting method in this case. 6. If the instrument still does not start, contact ITECH technical support engineer. 3.2 Set Output Value The voltage value, current value, power value can all be programmed.
Power Supply Function 4.4.2 Set the Internal Resistance The IT6000C series power supply provides internal resistance setting (CV prior- ity mode only). The procedures are shown as below. 1. Press the composite keys [Shift]+[V-set] (Config) on the front panel to enter the configuration menu.
When you return power to the instrument, verify that the cooling fan is running. If not, please contact ITECH Technical Support. Leaving the instrument powered on with an inoperative cooling fan may result in damage to the instrument.
Function). 4.6.1 LIST Function The IT6000C series power supply supports a total of 10 List files (List01 to List10), each of which can be set up to 200 steps. You need to edit the voltage/ current value, slope and time width of each step, or you can set repeat times (1...
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Import via U disk The instrument supports importing the edited .csv format file (the template can be downloaded from ITECH official website or contact ITECH to obtain) through the USB interface on the front panel, and generating voltage or cur- rent values after parsing, and then outputting complex voltage or current waveforms according to the time width specified by the user.
For detailed function usage, please refer to IT9000–PV6000 User Manual. 4.6.2 Battery Charging/Discharging Test Function The IT6000C series power supply provides the battery charging/discharging test function based on its unique bipolar power supply properties. Suitable for charg- ing/discharging tests on all types of portable batteries.
Power Supply Function 4.6.3 Built-in Waveform Function The IT6000C series power supply supports built-in waveforms for user to exe- cute the test directly. The protocols/standards involved in the built-in waveforms include the following: • DIN40839 • ISO16750-2 • ISO21848 •...
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Resume. 4.6.3.1 Automotive Starting Waveform The IT6000C series power supply has built-in 12V or 24V DIN40839 waveform. This test verifies the behavior of a DUT during and after cranking. This wave- form can reproduce the voltage curve for automotive power network confirms to DIN40839 standard, thus facilitating quick call by customers.
4.6.4 Solar Photovoltaic Curve Simulation Function (SAS) The IT6000C series power supply provides the maximum power point tracking (MPPT) mechanism built-in, and it is very important to test the efficiency of this MPPT. The PV array/module/cell is a device that converts from light energy to electric energy.
Resume. 4.6.5 Battery Simulation Function The IT6000C series power supply can simulate battery characteristics in practi- cal applications based on its unique bipolar properties and the variable output impedance. You can set battery-related parameters to simulate the charge and discharge characteristics of the battery to assist with other tests.
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• Edit battery simulation curve file 1. Access the ITECH website to download a template for the battery simula- tion curve file (.csv format). Also you can contact ITECH Technical Support. 2. Use the Excel tool to open the template file, edit the relevant parameters, and save.
3. Press [Enter] to recall the parameters. 5.4 Data Logging Function The IT6000C series Bi-directional Programmable DC Power Supply supports the recording and saving of test data. This Chapter introduces how to use this function in details.
This menu item is used to switch the power supply to local measurement or re- mote sensing. The IT6000C series power supply supports two connection methods: Local measurement and Remote sensing. The remote sensing is used for maximizing measurement accuracy. (Refer to 2.4 Connecting the Device Under Test...
Basic Operation 5.8 Select Trigger Source (Trig Source) For the IT6000C series power supply, the List and data logging functions can be triggered for running by the following methods: • Manual: Default value, indicates the trigger occurs when the [Shift]+[On/Off] (Trigger) keys are pressed from the front panel.
5.11 Digital I/O Function (Digital Port) The IT6000C series power supply supports digital I/O function. The user can realize logic control over high and low level input or output by related configura- tions in the system menu, namely general digital signal I/O function. In addition to general digital I/O functions, this series can be customized to meet different special needs through different pin wirings.
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For example, when there are multiple system upgrading package post- fixed with .itech in the root directory of your USB flash drive, you need to use a text editing tool to open the configuration file and specify the up- grade package name corresponding to the present upgrade operation.
If there are still some problems, carefully read the Warranty and Limitation of Warranty in the preface of the manual. Confirm that your instrument complies with warranty service conditions. If after your warranty expires, ITECH offers re- pair services at competitive prices.
4006-025-000 for technical support and services. 7.4 Return for Repair If your instrument fails during the warranty period, ITECH will repair or replace it under the terms of your warranty. After your warranty expires, ITECH offers re- pair services at competitive prices. Also you can purchase an extended mainte- nance service contract that exceeds the standard warranty period.
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ITECH recommends that you retain the original shipping carton for return ship- ments and always insure shipments. To ship the unit to ITECH for service or repair: 1. Download the ITECH maintenance service application from our website, complete it and place it in the box with the instrument.
♦ Fuse Replacement A.1 Specifications of Red and Black Test Cables ITECH provides you with optional red and black test cables, which are sold indi- vidually and you can select for test. For specifications of ITECH test cables and maximum current values, refer to the table below.
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If there are no fuse assembly on the instrument rear panel, it means that you can’t replace the fuse by yourself. Please contact the ITECH engineer on the condition of the same malfunction.
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Contact Us Thanks for purchasing ITECH products. In case of any doubts, please con- tact us as follows: 1. Visit ITECH website: www.itechate.com. 2. Select the most convenient contact method, for further information.
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