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GW Instek ASR-3000 Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 Programmable AC/DC Power Source ASR-3000 Series USER MANUAL ISO-9001 CERTIFIED MANUFACTURER...
  • Page 2 This manual contains proprietary information, which is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be photocopied, reproduced or translated to another language without prior written consent of Good Will company. The information in this manual was correct at the time of printing. However, Good Will continues to improve products and reserves the rights to change specification, equipment, and maintenance procedures at any time without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........5 GETTING STARTED ............9 ASR-3000 Series Overview ........10 Appearance ............17 Theory of Operation ..........26 OPERATION ..............35 Set Up ..............37 Menu Tree ............. 59 Basic Operation ............. 64 Advanced Settings ..........
  • Page 4 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Trigger Out Width ..........147 TEST MODE FUNCTION ..........150 Sequence Mode ........... 151 Simulate Mode ............ 169 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE ........182 Interface Configuration ........183 FAQ ................202 APPENDIX ..............203 Firmware Update ..........203 Factory Default Settings ........

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. Safety Symbols These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the instrument.
  • Page 6 ASR-3000 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-3000.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AC Input voltage range: Power Supply  200 ~ 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-3000 Series User Manual Disconnect the circuit-breaker or permanently Cleaning the ASR-  connected power input before cleaning. 3000 Use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild  detergent and water. Do not spray any liquid. Do not use chemicals containing harsh material ...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    This chapter describes the ASR-3000 power supply in a nutshell, including its main features and front / rear panel introduction. ASR-3000 series ASR-3000 Series Overview ........10 Series lineup ..................10 Operating Area ................. 10 Main Features ................... 14 Accessories ..................15 Appearance ............

  • Page 10: Asr-3000 Series Overview

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual ASR-3000 Series Overview Series lineup The ASR-3000 series consists of 4 models, the ASR-3200, ASR-3300, ASR-3400 and ASR-3400HF, differing in capacity and out frequency. Note that throughout the user manual, the term “ASR-3000” refers to any of the models, unless stated otherwise.
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  • Page 14: Main Features

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Main Features Maximum AC output voltage is 400 Vrms Performance  Maximum DC output voltage is 570 Vdc  Maximum output frequency is 5000 Hz in AC  mode Supported AC+DC waveform application  DC full capacity output ability ...

  • Page 15: Accessories

    GETTING STARTED Accessories Before using the ASR-3000 power source unit, check the package contents to make sure all the standard accessories are included. Standard Part number Description Accessories CD ROM User manual, programming manual 82GW1SAFE0M*1 Safety guide 62SR-3K0SC101 Input terminal cover 62SR-3K0SC201 Output terminal cover include remote sensing...
  • Page 16 ASR-3000 Series User Manual GTL-137 Output power wire (Load wire_10AWG: 50A, 600V) (Sense wire_16AWG: 20A, 600V) GTL-232 RS232C cable, approx. 2M GTL-248 GPIB Cable, approx. 2M ASR-002 External Three Phase Control Unit APS-008 Air inlet filter...

  • Page 17: Appearance

    GETTING STARTED Appearance Front Panel Item Index Description Power switch button Output Socket USB interface connector (A Type) LCD screen Function keys (blue zone) Display mode select key Menu key Test key Preset key Arrow keys Range key/Output mode key Scroll wheel...
  • Page 18 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Output key Shift key Cancel key Enter key Irms/IPK-Limit button Lock/Unlock button F/F-Limit button V/V-Limit button Numerical Keypad with additional “Shift + key” shortcut functions (green zone) Air inlet Item Description Power Switch Turn on the mains power...
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED Function Keys Assigned to the functions displayed on the right side of the screen. Display Mode Selects between standard, simple and Select Key harmonic analysis mode. Menu Key Enters the Main menu or goes back to one of the display modes. Test Key Puts the instrument into the Sequence and Simulation control mode.
  • Page 20 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Shift Key Turns on the shift state, which enables shortcut operations with an icon indicated on the top status bar. The shift state, which allows continuous shortcut operations, is kept until another press on shift key again.
  • Page 21 Used to clear peak output current value. ALM CLR Clears alarms. Hardcopy Key Used to take a screenshot. Make sure an USB flash disk in well inserted before the action. Air Inlet Air inlet for cooling the inside of the ASR-3000 series.

  • Page 22: Rear Panel

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Rear Panel Item Index Description Line input terminal Front panel output socket circuit breaker Output terminal with remote sensing input terminal External I/O connector GPIB connector USB interface connector (B Type) Ethernet (LAN) connector RS232 connector...
  • Page 23 GETTING STARTED Item Description AC Power Input AC inlet terminal (M4 screw type, 8 ~ 22 AWG) Circuit Breaker When front panel output socket output current reaches 15A, the circuit breaker will be activated automatically to cut off output. Press the button to reset the function.
  • Page 24 ASR-3000 Series User Manual External Signal Synchronizing the output frequency Input Connector with this external input signal for SYNC or outputting the amplified external signal with this external input signal for EXT and ADD.

  • Page 25: 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 26: Theory Of Operation

    ASR-3000 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-3000 System System block are composed of the parts described below.

  • Page 27: Glossary

    GETTING STARTED Glossary The maximum value of the output power Rate Output capacity will be provided consecutively when Maximum Power Capacity the following situations exist: Output voltage is 100 to 200 V within the 100 V range. Output voltage is 200 to 400 V within the 200 V range.
  • Page 28 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Equation: The maximum value of the output current (peak Maximum Peak Current (AC-INT value) will be provided consecutively to a mode only) capacitor input-type rectifying load when the following situations exist: Output voltage is 100 to 200 V within the 100 V range.
  • Page 29 GETTING STARTED The crest factor stands for a ratio of the rms Crest Factor (CF) value correlated to the peak value (crest value) of the waveform. Equation: The crest factor is 1.41 of sine wave. Note It indicates the current, which is able to be Inrush Current supplied to a load, exceeds the rating for a short Capacity...

  • Page 30: Alarms

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Alarms The ASR-3000 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 31 This alarm function is activated when over DCDC Error output voltage or insufficient voltage and over current occur in DCDC power stage. Contact local dealer or GW Instek directly for repair. This alarm function is activated when transient DCAC Error output current larger than hardware protection point and over temperature occur in DCAC power stage.

  • Page 32: Considerations

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Considerations The following situations should be taken into consideration when using the power supply. When the power supply switch is first turned Inrush Current on, 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 33 Ensure the connected diode meets the following CAUTION specifications between the load, either capacitor or inductor, and the ASR-3000 series power supplies.  Maximum reverse voltage: 600 V or higher  Maximum forward current:  ASR-3200: 20 A or more for 100V range, and 10 A or more for 200V range ...

  • Page 34: Grounding

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Grounding The output terminals of the ASR-3000 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 35: Operation

    OPERATION PERATION Set Up ..............37 Power Up ..................37 How to Use the Instrument ............38 Output Terminals ................41 Using the Rack Mount Kit ............. 45 Edit Arbitrary Waveform ............... 46 Reset to Factory Default Settings ..........50 View Firmware Version and Serial Number .......
  • Page 36 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Turning the Output On/Off ............103 Advanced Settings ..........104 Using the Remote Sense Function ..........104 Local Sense ................. 104 Remote Sense ..............105 Preset Settings ................. 107 Save Preset Settings to Local Memory ......107 Load Preset Settings to Local Memory ......

  • Page 37: Set Up

    OPERATION Set Up Power Up 1. Connect the AC power Steps cords to the AC input terminals. Red  Line (L)  Black  Neutral (N)  Green  GND ( )  Ground Line Neutral 2. Install the power cord cover followed by fastening the two screws to fix the...

  • Page 38: How To Use The Instrument

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual How to Use the Instrument The ASR-3000 AC power supplies generally use Background the scroll wheel, Arrow keys, Numerical Keypad and Enter keys to edit numerical values or to select menu options. Menu navigation is performed using the menu keys and function keys on the front panel.
  • Page 39 OPERATION Use the Arrow keys to select a digit power and Using the Arrow then use the scroll wheel to edit the value by Keys and Scroll Wheel to Edit that power. Parameter Values 1. Use the Arrow keys to move the cursor to the digit of the desired value.
  • Page 40 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 1. Press the Function key that corresponds to the setting directly to its left side. 2. The setting or parameter is immediately executed. Function keys Corresponding quick settings 3. Repeat the steps above for all the relevant digits.

  • Page 41: Output Terminals

    OPERATION 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 Output Terminals The output terminals can be output from either Background the front panel or from the rear panel.
  • Page 42 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 1. The front panel has a multi-region power Front Panel socket depending on the socket type. Output Connection 2. Insert the plug from the DUT into the socket. EURO CEE socket IEC North America, Japan Dangerous voltages. Ensure output is off before WARNING unplugging the plug from the front panel socket.
  • Page 43 OPERATION Line Neutral Ground 3. Install the output AC power wires cover followed by fastening the two screws to fix the wires cover. 4. The output AC power wires are perfectly connected with the AC output terminals. 5. Turn the power on. The AC power supply is now ready to power the DUT.
  • Page 44 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Grounded Neutral Output: Note ASR-3000 allows for a grounded return on the neutral output. It is suit for the medical industry that required between ground with neutral is 0 V essentially. And possible to mitigate ground loops that is ideal for reduce ground noise and isolate sensitive equipment from the effects of ground loops.

  • Page 45: Using The Rack Mount Kit

    OPERATION Using the Rack Mount Kit The ASR-3000 has the following optional Rack Background Mount kits, respectively. Unit Model Rack Mount kit part number ASR-3200 GRA-442-E ASR-3300 ASR-3400 GRA-442-J ASR-3400HF The GRA-442-E is designed to fit into an EIA rack of 4U-height, while the GRA-442-J is designed to fit into a JIS rack of 4U-height.

  • Page 46: Edit Arbitrary Waveform

    ASR-3000 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 47 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 48 ASR-3000 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 49 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 RIPPLE The RIPPLE waveform shape function has a settable DC ripple attributes.

  • Page 50: Reset To Factory Default Settings

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Reset to Factory Default Settings The default settings can be restored from the Background Menu key settings. See page 205 for the default factory settings. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps settings will appear on the display.

  • Page 51: View Firmware Version And Serial Number

    OPERATION View Firmware Version and Serial Number The Menu>System Information setting displays Background the 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 52: Usb Driver Installation

    If the USB Type B interface is to be used for Background remote control, the USB driver needs to be installed. The USB driver, both gw_asr.inf and gw_asr.cat can be downloaded from the GW Instek Note website. For information on the USB interface, see page 184.
  • Page 53 OPERATION 3. The ASR-3000 will be located under Other Devices in the hardware tree. Right-click the ASR-3XXX and choose Update Driver Software. 4. From the hardware wizard choose Browse my computer driver software.
  • Page 54 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 5. Set the file path to the location of the USB driver, click Next and finish the driver installation. 6. ASR-3000 will now be located in the Ports node of the hardware tree in the Windows Device Manager if the driver installation was successful.

  • Page 55: Filter Installation

    OPERATION Filter Installation The ASR-3000 has a filter (GW Instek part Background number, APS-008) that must first be inserted under the control panel before operation. 7. Pull outward as indicated Steps in the arrow to detach the snap. See below for details 8.
  • Page 56 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 10. Move the plastic frame in the direction indicated by the arrow 11. Remove the plastic frame. 12. Replace the filter with a new one. 13. The unit is now ready to power up. Please clean regularly to avoid damaging the...

  • Page 57: Wire Gauge Considerations

    OPERATION 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 58 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 59: Menu Tree

    OPERATION Menu Tree Convention Use the menu trees as a handy reference for the power supply functions and properties. The ASR-3200 / ASR- 3300 / ASR-3400 / ASR-3400HF 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 60: Main Page

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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...

  • Page 61: Function Keys

    OPERATION Function Keys AC+DC-INT, AC+DC-EXT, AC-EXT, AC+DC-ADD, AC-ADD, AC- 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 62: Dc-Int

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 63: Menu

    OPERATION 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 Output Relay THD Format Slew Rate Mode External Control V Unit(TRI, ARB) ACin Detection Time Enable Slope...

  • Page 64: Basic Operation

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Basic Operation This section describes the basic operations required to operate the power supply. Select the Output Mode → from page 65  Select the Voltage Range → from page 67  Select the Output Waveform → from page 68 ...

  • Page 65: Select The Output Mode

    OPERATION Select the Output Mode The ASR-3000 has up to 9 modes to output, Background which empower user to have multiple applications for different scenarios. 1. Press Shift + Range to access the Steps MODE selection menu. Alternatively, it is available to use scroll wheel followed by the Enter key to enter the MODE menu.
  • Page 66 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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...

  • Page 67: Select The Voltage Range

    OPERATION 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 setting conditions except for output frequency are as same as INT mode.

  • Page 68: Select The Output Waveform

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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...
  • Page 69 OPERATION 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. Description Mode Sine wave Square wave Triangle wave Arbitrary wave 1 ~ 16 ARB 1 ~ 16...
  • Page 70 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 117.
  • Page 71 OPERATION Setting the Output Voltage Limit Setting the voltage limit allows the output Background voltage to be set to any level within the voltage limit range. 1. Press Shift + V to access the Volt Steps Limit menu. When it is under AC+DC-INT, DC-INT, AC+DC-ADD or AC+DC-Sync mode.
  • Page 72 ASR-3000 Series User Manual When it is under AC-INT, AC-ADD or AC-Sync mode. Use the scroll wheel or the numerical keypad 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.
  • Page 73 OPERATION MAX, MIN Soft-keys 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 74 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 75 OPERATION Further use the scroll wheel to navigate to the Enter GAIN parameter and press to make GAIN parameter selectable. 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...
  • Page 76 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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...

  • Page 77: Setting The Frequency Limit

    OPERATION 1. Vrms can only be set up to 164.5 Vrms / 329.0 Vrms for triangular waveform. 2. Go to Menu -> MISC -> V Unit to select the voltage Note set value unit. Setting the Frequency Limit Setting the frequency limit allows the frequency Background output to be set to any level within the limit range.
  • Page 78 ASR-3000 Series User Manual AC+DC-INT, AC+DC-ADD 1.00 ~ 999.9 Hz / 5000 Hz Range Freq Hi (depend on model) Limit MAX, MIN Soft-keys 1.00 ~ 999.9 Hz / 5000 Hz Range Freq Lo (depend on model) Limit MAX, MIN Soft-keys...
  • Page 79 OPERATION Freq Hi Setting 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 80: Setting The Output Frequency & Signal

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Setting the Output Frequency & Signal The FREQ and SIN settings set the frequency of Background the 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 81 OPERATION The DEF1 and DEF2 settings are user defined Defined Settings settings. By default they are set to 50.00 Hz and 60.00 Hz, respectively. The MAX and MIN soft- keys set the frequency to the maximum and minimum, respectively. 4. Repeat the previous steps 1 ~ 2 to set frequency with the scroll wheel.

  • Page 82: Setting The Peak Current Limit

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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.
  • Page 83 OPERATION 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- Sync, AC-Sync, AC-VCA 50 ~ 105% of rate peak Range...

  • Page 84: Setting The Output Current Level

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 85 OPERATION Soft-keys IRMS Limit On/Off, IPK CLR, MAX, MIN 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 86: Setting The Output On Phase

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Setting the Output On Phase The on phase setting sets the starting phase of Background the voltage output. 1. Press Shift + 7 to make the ON Phs Steps parameter selectable. Also, it is available to use the scroll...
  • Page 87 OPERATION 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. When FREE is selected, the both F3-MAX and F4- MIN keys are grayed out, signaling the unavailability by user.

  • Page 88: Setting The Output Off Phase

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Setting the Output Off Phase The off phase setting sets the ending phase of the Background voltage output. 1. Press Shift + 4 to make the OFF Phs Steps parameter selectable. Also, it is available to use the...
  • Page 89 OPERATION 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 90: Setting The Sync Phase

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Setting the Sync Phase  It is available for AC+DC-Sync and AC-Sync Mode Note output modes only.  When SIG is set LINE, this function is used for adjusting sync phase of output waveform and phase of power grid.
  • Page 91 OPERATION The actual waveform – ACV: 100 Vrms, DCV: 100Vdc, Syn Phs: 0 Output On The actual waveform – ACV: 100 Vrms, DCV: 100Vdc, Syn Phs: 0 Steady State The actual waveform – ACV: 100 Vrms, DCV: 100Vdc, Syn Phs: 0 Output Off...
  • Page 92 ASR-3000 Series User Manual The actual waveform – ACV: 100 Vrms, DCV: 100Vdc, Syn Phs: 120 Output On The actual waveform – ACV: 100 Vrms, DCV: 100Vdc, Syn Phs: 120 Steady State The actual waveform – ACV: 100 Vrms, DCV: 100Vdc,...

  • Page 93: Switch The Display Modes

    OPERATION Switch the Display Modes The ASR-3000 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-3000 with 3 measurement formats switchable at any time.
  • Page 94 ASR-3000 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 99 for details.
  • Page 95 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 96: Using The Measurement Function

    ASR-3000 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 97 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 98 ASR-3000 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 99: 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 100 ASR-3000 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 101: 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/RS232/GPIB interface, the panel lock is automatically enabled.

  • Page 102: Alarm Clear

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Alarm Clear The ALM CLR (Alarm Clear) function will clear Background alarms like Over Current, Over Peak Current, PFC Error, DCDC Error, DCAC Error, Power Input Anomaly, Fan fail, Remote Sense Error, among others. Refer to page 210 for more details.

  • Page 103: 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 104: Advanced Settings

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Advanced Settings Using the Remote Sense Function → from page 104  Preset Settings → from page 107  Using the Remote Sense Function The ASR-3000 can be operated using local or remote voltage sense. By default, the power supply is configured for local sense.

  • Page 105: 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 106 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 4. After well connecting, install the remote sensing input terminal cover followed by fastening the two screws to fix the cover. 5. The remote sense connection along with the cover is therefore well set up.

  • Page 107: 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 (hold) number.

  • Page 108: Load Preset Settings To Local Memory

    ASR-3000 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 109: 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 File Format the following format:...
  • Page 110 ASR-3000 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 111 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 112: External Keypad Operation

    ASR-3000 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 113: 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 114: Using External Control I/O

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Using External Control I/O The External Control I/O is primarily used to Overview control ASR-3000 externally by using the logic signal. More than that, it is able to monitor Sequence function status remotely with ease. Before executing this function, make usre it is ON status Note via going to MISC –...

  • Page 115: Using External Signal Input Function

    EXTERNAL CONTROL Input Sequence hold Falling edge detection Input Sequence branch 1 Falling edge detection Input Sequence branch 2 Falling edge detection Output +5 V 50 mA or less Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved Output Reserved The limiter operation is recognized as On when the Note...

  • Page 116: Ext Gain - Ac+Dc-Ext And Ac-Ext Mode

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual EXT GAIN - AC+DC-EXT and AC-EXT mode Select AC+DC-EXT or AC-EXT mode to use Overview ASR-3000 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 5000 Hz.

  • Page 117: 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 Overview & the 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 5000 Hz.

  • Page 118: Ext Voltage - Ac-Vca Mode

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual EXT Voltage - AC-VCA mode Select AC-VCA mode to use ASR-3000 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 119: 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-3000. Go to GWInstek official website to download the ARB waveform compiling program.
  • Page 120 ASR-3000 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 121 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 122 ASR-3000 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 123 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 124 ASR-3000 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 125 EXTERNAL CONTROL ARB 16 Exponential (falling) Note Del ARB1~16 restores back to Default for ARB1~16 (page 126~127). Del All Data restores back to Default for all ARB (page 127~128). 3. Press Enter to confirm the waveform setting. Example ARB 16 selected Note When the input peak value of ARB waveform is not in...

  • Page 126: Manage Arbitrary Waveform Settings

    ASR-3000 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 127 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 128 ASR-3000 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 129: Miscellaneous

    MISCELLANEOUS ISCELLANEOUS The Miscellaneous menu contains miscellaneous parameter settings. T Ipeak, hold ............130 IPK CLR ............... 132 Power ON ............133 Buzzer ..............135 Remote Sense ............136 Slew Rate Mode ........... 138 Output Relay ............140 THD Format ............141 External Control ...........

  • Page 130: T Ipeak, Hold

    ASR-3000 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-3000 will delay starting the peak current measurement by this hold time.
  • Page 131 MISCELLANEOUS 4. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit MISC Configuration settings. Example Hold time of current peak value setting...

  • Page 132: Ipk Clr

    ASR-3000 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 133: 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 134 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Example Power ON setting...

  • Page 135: 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 136: Remote Sense

    ASR-3000 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-3000 over a long distance.
  • Page 137 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 138: Slew Rate Mode

    ASR-3000 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-3000 models.
  • Page 139 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 140: Output Relay

    ASR-3000 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 141: 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 100. 1.
  • Page 142 ASR-3000 Series User Manual  F : Fundamental (1st harmonic) Parameter component  F : Fundamental or harmonic component  O: Measured harmonic order  N: Always 100 4. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit MISC Configuration settings. Example...

  • Page 143: 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-3000 series status will remain output. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display.

  • Page 144: Unit

    ASR-3000 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 145: Acin Detection

    MISCELLANEOUS ACin Detection This function, in essence, allows user to enable or disable the input power detection. 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 146 ASR-3000 Series User Manual When Output is Off and it detects Input input power abnormal, the message Detection: “System Shutdown” will be displayed. Be noted that buzzer couldn’t sound and ALM status couldn’t show when Buzzer is On. Neither buzzer beep nor warning...

  • Page 147: Trigger Out Width

    MISCELLANEOUS Trigger Out Width This function, which is paired with External Control I/O pin, generates a TTL pulse signal output synchronously with output waveform.  When the set time of Pulse Width is greater than a period time of output frequency, output Pulse Note maintains High Level.
  • Page 148 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Example Trigger Out Width setting It is grey-out under unavailable modes, but value can be set stilll. The actual waveform – AC-INT Mode, Frequency 900 Hz, TrgOut Width 0.1 ms...
  • Page 149 MISCELLANEOUS The actual waveform – AC-INT Mode, Frequency 900 Hz, TrgOut Width 1 ms The actual waveform – AC-INT Mode, Frequency 900 Hz, TrgOut Width 1.1 ms...

  • Page 150: Test Mode Function

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 ........... 151 Sequence Mode Overview ............151 Sequence Settings ................

  • Page 151: Sequence Mode

    TEST MODE FUNCTION 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 152 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 155 for details.
  • Page 153 TEST MODE FUNCTION 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 154 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 155 TEST MODE FUNCTION 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 No Sweep Sweepable Step 0 Push...

  • Page 156: Sequence Settings

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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.
  • Page 157 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 the step number. 0 is always the starting step for the sequence. Step 0 ~ 999 5.
  • Page 158 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Secondary CT (Constant), KP (Keep), SP settings (Sweep) Note: Step 0 can only be set to either CT or SP. 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.
  • Page 159 TEST MODE FUNCTION Secondary CT (Constant), KP (Keep), SP settings (Sweep) Note: Step 0 can only be set to either CT or SP. 10. Go to the Wave setting and choose which waveform to output. Wave SIN, SQU, TRI, ARB1 - 16 11.
  • Page 160 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Sync Code LL, LH, HL, HH 16. Go to the ON Phs setting and set the starting phase of the step. The Fixed indicates user- defined degree. ON Phase Free, Fixed ON Phase 0.0 ~ 359.9º...
  • Page 161 TEST MODE FUNCTION Example of Using Sequence Function The example above shows how to generate a test procedure in DC-INT mode by each step. Step No. Step Time 30 S 10 S 15 S 20 S 50 V 100 V 150 V Setting SP Term...

  • Page 162: Save A Sequence To Local Memory

    ASR-3000 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 163: 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 File Format the following format: SEQX.SEQ, where X is the memory number...
  • Page 164 ASR-3000 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 165 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 166 ASR-3000 Series User Manual SEQ7 Reset test for Level1 systems with 12V SEQ8 Starting Profile SEQ9 Test2 Tr: 10ms, Td: 40ms...

  • Page 167: 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 168 ASR-3000 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 169: Simulate Mode

    TEST MODE FUNCTION Simulate Mode Simulate Mode Overview The Simulate function, which works in AC+DC- Background INT 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 170 ASR-3000 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 171 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 172: Simulate Settings

    ASR-3000 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 Trigger out Output off position After entering the SIM Mode, It will forcibly set Note Remote Sense OFF and Time Slew Rate.
  • Page 173 TEST MODE FUNCTION Simulate Mode F1 soft-key 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 174 ASR-3000 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 175 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 176: Save A Simulation To Local Memory

    ASR-3000 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 177: 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 File Format the following format: SIMX.
  • Page 178 ASR-3000 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 179 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 180: Running A Simulation

    ASR-3000 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 181 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 182 ASR-3000 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/RS232/GPIB interface, the panel lock is automatically enabled.

  • Page 183: 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 184: Usb Remote Interface

    ASR-3000 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 185: 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 186: Rs232 Remote Interface

    ASR-3000 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. RS232 Remote Interface BD-9, male RS232 Connector Configuration Baud rate, data bits, parity, stop Parameters bits.
  • Page 187 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 188: Rs232 Remote Control Function Check

    Serial number, and Software version in the following format. GW-INSTEK, ASR-3XXX, GXXXXXXXX, XX.XX Manufacturer: GW-INSTEK Model number : ASR-3XXX 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 189: 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 Background to 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 190 ASR-3000 Series User Manual settings can be viewed by right-clicking the connected device and selecting the Properties 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...
  • Page 191 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 192: Gpib Remote Interface

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual 8. The terminal display will return the following: GW-INSTEK, ASR-3XXX, GXXXXXXXX, XX.XX (manufacturer, model, serial number, software version) 9. If Realterm fails to connect to the ASR-3000, please check all the cables and settings and try again.

  • Page 193: 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 194 ASR-3000 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-3000 should be detected as Instrument 0 with the address the same as that configured on the ASR-3000.
  • Page 195 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-3XXX, GXXXXXXXX, XX.XX (manufacturer, model, serial number, software...

  • Page 196: Web Server Remote Control Function Check

    ASR-3000 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 183). The web interface allows you to: ...

  • Page 197: 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”...
  • Page 198 ASR-3000 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-3000. The port number is fixed at 2268. 6. Double click the Validate button and press...
  • Page 199 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 7. Next configure the Alias (name) of the ASR- 3000 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 200 ASR-3000 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 201 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE For further details, please see the programming Note manual, available on the GW Instek web site @ www.gwinstek.com.

  • Page 202: Faq

    ASR-3000 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 203: Appendix

    Firmware Update The ASR series firmware can be upgraded using Background the 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 204 ASR-3000 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 205: Factory Default Settings

    APPENDIX Factory Default Settings The following default settings are the factory configuration settings for the ASR-3000 series. For details on how to return to the factory default settings, see page 46. AC+DC-INT Mode ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF Range 100V Wave Shape 0.0 Vrms...
  • Page 206 ASR-3000 Series User Manual AC+DC-EXT Mode ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF Range 100V GAIN 100.0 IRMS 21.00 A 31.50 A 42.00 A IPK Limit +/- 126.0 A +/- 189.0 A +/- 252.0 A +/- 168.0 A AC-EXT Mode ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF...
  • Page 207 APPENDIX AC+DC-SYNC Mode ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF Range 100V Wave Shape 0.0 Vrms +0.0 Vdc LINE IRMS 21.00 A 31.50 A 42.00 A V Limit +/- 285.0 V F Limit Hi 999.9 Hz 5000 Hz IPK Limit +/- 126.0 A +/- 189.0 A +/- 252.0 A +/- 168.0 A ON Phs OFF Phs Syn Phs...
  • Page 208 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Buzzer Remote Sense Slew Rate Mode Slope Output Relay Enable THD Format External Control V Unit (TRI, ARB) ACin Detection TrgOut Width ASR-3000 DHCP USB Device ASR-3000 Speed Full Sequence Mode ASR-3000 Step Time 0.1000 s 0.0, CT...
  • Page 209 APPENDIX Simulation Mode ASR-3000 Step Initial Repeat Time 0.1000 s Fset 50.00 ON Phs Free OFF Phs Free Wave Code RS232C ASR-3000 Baudrate 9600 Databits 8bits Parity None Stopbits 1bit GPIB ASR-3000 Address...

  • Page 210: Error Messages & Messages

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Error Messages & Messages The following error messages or messages may appear on the ASR- 3000 screen display during varied operations. Error Messages Description Protection type Over Ipeak+ Current Positive output current peak value Output Off is excessive.
  • Page 211 APPENDIX DCDC Power Unit Internal DCDC power unit Output Off Error function error. Press "Shift + Cancel" to clear this alarm. If else continue alarm, contact local distributor. PFC Power Unit Error Internal PFC power unit function Output Off error. Press "Shift + Cancel" to clear this alarm.
  • Page 212 ASR-3000 Series User Manual The system would be locked or output off automatically Note before the error state is cleared. Normal Messages Description Protection type Setting Voltage Limited Setting voltage be limited, Display Message press "Shift + V" to check...
  • Page 213 APPENDIX Resetting... Ready For Recall Factory Display Message Default Only Failed Factory Default Recall Factory Default Failed Display Message Only Error Password Input Error Password Display Message Only No File ([Filename]) in Not find specific file in USB Display Message [directory] specific directory Only...
  • Page 214 ASR-3000 Series User Manual USB Memory Access USB flash disk is Not FAT32 Error format or read abnormal Valid Only AC-INT, DC- Remote Sense Setting Limit Display Message INT and AC-Sync Mode Message Only Valid Only 100V and Remote Sense Setting Limit...
  • Page 215 APPENDIX Recall Fail! SEQ0 ~ SEQ9 or SIM0 ~ SIM9 Display Message Recall Fail! Only Saved to SEQ# Saved to SEQ0 ~ SEQ9 Display Message Only Saved to SIM# Saved to SIM0 ~ SIM9 Display Message Only Save Fail! SEQ0 ~ SEQ9 or SIM0 ~ SIM9 Display Message save Fail! Only...

  • Page 216: Specifications

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Specifications The specifications apply when the ASR-3000 is powered on for at least 30 minutes. Electrical specifications Model ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF Input ratings (AC rms) Nominal input voltage 200 Vac to 240 Vac Input voltage range...
  • Page 217 APPENDIX Frequency Setting range AC Mode: 40.00 Hz to 999.9 Hz, AC Mode: AC+DC Mode: 1.00 Hz to 999.9 Hz 40.0 Hz to 5000 Hz, AC+DC Mode: 1 Hz to 5000 Hz Setting 0.01 Hz (1.00 to 99.99 Hz), 0.1 Hz 0.01 Hz resolution (100.0 to 999.9 Hz)
  • Page 218 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Model ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF Output rating for DC mode Voltage Setting Range -285 V to +285 V / -570 V to +570 V Setting 0.1 V Resolution Accuracy ±(1 % of set + 1 V / 2 V)
  • Page 219 APPENDIX Efficiency 80 % or more At an output voltage of 50 V to 200 V / 100 V to 400 V, a load power factor of 1, and in AC mode. For an output voltage of 100 V / 200 V, a load power factor of 1, with respect to stepwise change from an output current of 0 A to the maximum current (or its reverse).
  • Page 220 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Accuracy ±(2 % of ±(2 % of ±(2 % of reading +4 reading reading +2 W) +3 W) Apparent Resolution 1 VA (VA) Accuracy* ±(2 % of ±(2 % of ±(2 % of reading +4 reading...
  • Page 221 APPENDIX The voltage display is set to RMS in AC/AC+DC mode and AVG in DC mode. AC mode: For an output voltage of 20 V to 200 V / 40 V to 400 V and 23 °C ± 5 °C. DC mode: For an output voltage of 28.5 V to 285 V / 57 V to 570 V and 23 °C ±...
  • Page 222 ASR-3000 Series User Manual General Specifications Model ASR-3000 Interface Standard USB Type A: Host, Type B: Device, Speed: 1.1/2.0, USB-CDC MAC Address, DNS IP Address, User Password, Gateway IP Address, Instrument IP Address, Subnet Mask RS232C Complies with the EIA-RS232 specifications...
  • Page 223 APPENDIX Weight Approx. 25 kg Accessories Safety 1 copy information CO-ROM 1 disc Input/Ouput 1 set Cover EIA Rack Mount 1 set USB Cable 1 piece External Signal Input (AC+DC-EXT, AC-EXT Mode) Specification Factory Default Gain setting range 100 V range: 0.0 to 285.0 times 200 V range: 0.0 to 570.0 times Input terminal BNC connector...
  • Page 224 ASR-3000 Series User Manual External Signal Input (AC+DC-ADD, AC-ADD Mode) Specification Factory Default Gain setting range 100 V range: 0.0 to 285.0 times 200 V range: 0.0 to 570.0 times Input terminal BNC connector 1 MΩ Input impedance Input voltage range ±2.5 V (A/D resolution 12 bit)

  • Page 225: Information Of Name Order

    APPENDIX Information of Name Order The name order of ASR-3000 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 226: Asr-3000 Dimensions

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual ASR-3000 Dimensions ASR-3200/3300/3400/3400HF Scale = mm...

  • Page 227: Declaration Of Conformity

    APPENDIX 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-3200, ASR-3300, ASR-3400, ASR-3400HF satisfies all the technical relations application to the product within the scope of council: Directive: 2014/30/EU;...

  • Page 228: Maintenance & Regular Inspection

    ASR-3000 Series User Manual Maintenance & Regular Inspection The potential malfunctions and faults may occur Background on ASR-3000 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-3000 is highly suggested on daily basis.
  • Page 229 APPENDIX Vibration Check if the equipment is operating stably and free from any vibration. Heating & From the wind hole check if Cooling the fan runs adequately and Equipment make sure both wind speed and wind volume are in normal status. Noise Ensure that no abnormal noise does happen.
  • Page 230 ASR-3000 Series User Manual NDEX Accessories ......... 15 Frequency output ...... 80 Advanced settings Front panel diagram ....17 Buzzer .......... 135 Ground Power output ......133 symbol ..........5 Program timer unit ....136 I rms ..........84 SCPI emulation138, 140, 141, 143, 144, 145 Ipk-Limit ......

  • Page 231: Index

    INDEX GPIB ..........192 T Ipeak ....46, 130, 132, 147 Realterm........188 Test RS232 ........184, 187 Sequence USB ........184, 187 Overview ........151 Save preset to local memory... 107 Recall ..........161 Run ..........166 Save preset to USB ....109 Save ..........

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