Page 1 Programmable AC/DC Power Source ASR-3000 Series USER MANUAL Rev. I 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 ............18 Theory of Operation ..........27 OPERATION ..............36 Set Up ..............38 Menu Tree ............. 61 Basic Operation ............66 Advanced Settings ..........
Page 4 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Trigger Out Width ..........152 Data Average Count ..........155 Data Update Rate ..........156 TrgOut Source ............157 Interlock .............. 158 TEST MODE FUNCTION ..........160 Sequence Mode ........... 161 Simulate Mode ............. 179 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE ........192 Interface Configuration ........
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: Safety Guidelines
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 ............15 Accessories ............16 Appearance ..............
Page 10: Asr-3000 Series Overview
ASR-3000 Series User Manual ASR-3000 Series Overview Series lineup The ASR-3000 series consists of 5 models, the ASR-3200, ASR-3300, ASR-3400, ASR-3400HF and ASR-3500, 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 15: Main Features
GETTING STARTED 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 16: Accessories
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 82GW1SAFE0M*1 Safety guide 62SR-3K0SC101 Input terminal cover 62SR-3K0SC201 Output terminal cover include...
Page 17 GETTING STARTED 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 GET-006 Universal Extension...
Page 18: Appearance
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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...
Page 19 GETTING STARTED 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 Output Socket Output voltage socket, which has 2 versions in accordance with different...
Page 20 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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.
Page 21 GETTING STARTED 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. When performing shortcut operations, press shift key followed by another shortcut function key.
Page 22 ASR-3000 Series User Manual V-Limit Used for setting the output voltage limit value. Keypad Used to input power of a value directly. key is used to input decimal / plus or minus. On Phase Sets the on phase for the output voltage.
Page 23: Rear Panel
GETTING STARTED 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 External signal input/ External synchronized signal input...
Page 24 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Item Description AC Power Input AC inlet terminal 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 25 GETTING STARTED 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 26: Status Bar Icons
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Status Bar Icons 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 27: Theory Of Operation
GETTING STARTED 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. A two stage π...
Page 28: Glossary
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Glossary The maximum value of the output power Rate Output capacity will be provided consecutively when Maximum the following situations exist: Power Capacity 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 29 GETTING STARTED Equation: The maximum value of the output current (peak Maximum Peak value) will be provided consecutively to a Current (AC-INT capacitor input-type rectifying load when the mode only) following situations exist: Output voltage is 100 to 200 V within the 100 V range.
Page 30 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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...
Page 31: Alarms
GETTING STARTED 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. When an alarm has been tripped the output will be automatically turned off.
Page 32 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 33: Considerations
GETTING STARTED Considerations The following situations should be taken into consideration when using the power supply. When the power supply switch is first turned 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 34 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 35: Grounding
GETTING STARTED 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 36 ASR-3000 Series User Manual PERATION Set Up ................. 38 Power Up ............... 38 How to Use the Instrument ........39 Output Terminals ........... 42 Using the Rack Mount Kit ........46 Edit Arbitrary Waveform ......... 47 Reset to Factory Default Settings ......52 View Firmware Version and Serial Number ....
Page 37: Operation
OPERATION Switch the Measurement Format ......101 Panel Lock............103 Alarm Clear ............104 Turning the Output On/Off ........105 Advanced Settings ............106 Using the Remote Sense Function ......106 Preset Settings ............. 109 External Keypad Operation .......... 114 USB Keypad ............
Page 38: Set Up
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Set Up Power Up 1. Connect the AC power Steps cords to the AC input terminals. Red → Line (L) • Black → Neutral (N) • Green → GND ( ) • 2. Install the power cord...
Page 39: How To Use The Instrument
OPERATION 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 40 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 that power. Wheel to Edit Parameter Values 1. Use the Arrow keys to move the cursor to the digit of the desired value.
Page 41 OPERATION 1. Press the Function key that corresponds to the setting directly to its left side. 2. The setting or parameter is immediately executed. 3. Repeat the steps above for all the relevant digits. Use the Arrow keys to select a digit power and Using the the Numerical keypad to define a power value.
Page 42: Output Terminals
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 43 OPERATION Dangerous voltages. Ensure that the power to the WARNING instrument is disabled before handling the power supply output terminals. Failing to do so may lead to electric shock. For the front panel output, the maximum output CAUTION voltage is 200 VAC and current is 15 A. 1.
Page 44 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 2. Connect the output AC power wires to the AC output terminals. Red → Line (L) • Black → Neutral (N) • Green → GND ( ) • 3. Install the output AC power wires cover followed by fastening the two screws to fix the wires cover.
Page 45 OPERATION 5. Turn the power on. The AC power supply is now ready to power the DUT. 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.
Page 46: Using The Rack Mount Kit
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 ASR-3500 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 47: Edit Arbitrary Waveform
OPERATION 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. (1~16) to output the selected built-in waveform.
Page 48 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 49 OPERATION 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 SURGE The surge waveform has a settable ACV base level, site size and site shape.
Page 50 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 51 OPERATION DIP (ASR- The DIP waveform refers to a transient 3400HF reduction in RMS voltage, also known as only) Voltage Dip or “Drop In Point”. Refer to following for the suggested range. Attributes: ST Phs:0.1~53.9 SP Phs:45.1~171.9 End Phs: 54.1~359.9 ARB NO: 1~16 LF-RING The LF-RING waveform shape function...
Page 52: Reset To Factory Default Settings
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 4. Press Save[F1] to save the Save Arbitrary Edit settings. 5. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit Arbitrary Edit settings. Reset to Factory Default Settings The default settings can be restored from the Background Menu key settings. See page 215 for the default factory settings.
Page 53: 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 54: 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 194.
Page 55 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 56 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 57: 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 58 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 59: 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 60 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 61: Menu Tree
OPERATION Menu Tree Use the menu trees as a handy reference for the power Convention supply functions and properties. The ASR-3200 / ASR- 3300 / ASR-3400 / ASR-3400HF /ASR-3500 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 62 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 63: Function Keys
OPERATION Function Keys AC+DC-INT, AC+DC-EXT, AC-EXT, AC+DC-ADD, AC-ADD, AC-VCA 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 64 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 65 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 66: 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 67 • Select the Voltage Range → from page 69 • Select the Output Waveform → from page 70 •...
Page 67: 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 68 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 Additional Output...
Page 69: 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 70: 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 The output voltage values set by user can be divided...
Page 71 OPERATION 1. Press Shift + 1 to access the Wave Steps menu. Alternatively, it is available to use scroll wheel followed by the Enter key to enter the Wave menu. 2. Choose a waveform with scroll wheel. Description Mode Sine wave Square wave Triangle wave Arbitrary wave 1 ~ 16...
Page 72 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 3. Press Enter to confirm the waveform 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 120. • When changing to a waveform with setting higher than the upper limit of other waveform, the setting of other waveform will be adjusted to zero forcibly.
Page 73 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 74 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 75 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 76 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 77 OPERATION Further use the scroll wheel to navigate to the GAIN parameter and press Enter 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 DEF1, DEF2, MAX, MIN Soft-keys...
Page 78 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 79: 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 80 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 81 OPERATION Freq Hi Setting Freq Lo Setting 4. Press Enter to confirm the limit setting. Example of Freq 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 82: 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 83 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 84: 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 85 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 86: Setting The Output Current Level
ASR-3000 Series User Manual In theory, It is the function which keeps the IPK IPK Limit On/Off limits (+ & -) within the certain range when the 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 87 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 Example of I Setting in the DC- 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 88: 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 89 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 90: 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 91 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 92: 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 93 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 94 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, Syn...
Page 95: 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 96 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 mode of format. Measurements 2. The display will show parameters of measurement for each format. Refer to the page 101 for details.
Page 97 OPERATION ▪ Harmonic mode is available for AC-INT mode and Note 50/60Hz output frequency. SIN, SQU, TRI and ARB 1 - 16 waveforms are also available. ▪ When measured value of basic waveform of both voltage and current is less than certain value, for which refer to the Specification chapter, the percentage will Not be displayed.
Page 98: 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 99 OPERATION THDv Total Harmonic Distortion Voltage (available in AC-INT mode only) Example of ITEM1 in 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 Power Factor (n/a in DC-INT mode)
Page 100 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 AC+DC- Sync Each output mode has varied measurement functions Note display.
Page 101: 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 102 ASR-3000 Series User Manual All output modes except DC-INT The selected measurement format will be merely Note shown in the Simple display mode, for which refer to page 96 for further details.
Page 103: 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 104: 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 220 for more details.
Page 105: 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 106: Advanced Settings
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Advanced Settings Using the Remote Sense Function → from page 106 • Preset Settings → from page 109 • 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 107 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 108 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 109: 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 110 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 111 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 112 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 113 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 114: 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 115: 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 116: 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 117: 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 118: 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 119: 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 120 ASR-3000 Series User Manual The limit frequency range of synchronous TTL signal is Note 40Hz ~ 1kHz. If TTL signal is greater than 1kHz, output will be disabled automatically.
Page 121: Ext Voltage - Ac-Vca Mode
EXTERNAL CONTROL 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. The impedance of input is 1MΩ.
Page 122: Compiling Arbitrary Waveform Input
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 123 EXTERNAL CONTROL 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 124 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 125 EXTERNAL CONTROL Sine wave, full-wave ARB 7 rectification(positive polarity) ARB 8 Sine wave, full-wave rectification(negative polarity) ARB 9 Second order step response(damping coefficient 0.1)
Page 126 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 127 EXTERNAL CONTROL 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 128 ASR-3000 Series User Manual ARB 16 Exponential (falling) Note Del ARB1~16 restores back to Default for ARB1~16 (page 129~130). Del All Data restores back to Default for all ARB (page 130~131). 3. Press Enter to confirm the waveform setting. Example...
Page 129: Manage Arbitrary Waveform Settings
EXTERNAL CONTROL 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. When files are saved to USB they are saved in File Format the following format:...
Page 130 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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.
Page 131 EXTERNAL CONTROL 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 From the previous step 4, execute the “Delete” Single Arbitrary action to restore the selected ARB memory back to Wave Default...
Page 132 ASR-3000 Series User Manual ISCELLANEOUS The Miscellaneous menu contains miscellaneous parameter settings. T Ipeak, hold ............133 IPK CLR ..............135 Power ON............. 136 Buzzer ..............138 Remote Sense ............139 Slew Rate Mode ........... 142 Output Relay ............145 THD Format ............
Page 133: Miscellaneous
MISCELLANEOUS 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. Concept in Hold the peak current Output on measurement value diagram...
Page 134 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 4. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit MISC Configuration settings. Example...
Page 135: Ipk Clr
MISCELLANEOUS 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 136: Power On
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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.
Page 137 MISCELLANEOUS Example...
Page 138: Buzzer
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 139: Remote Sense
MISCELLANEOUS 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. The remote sense function can compensate a Note maximum of 5% of the output voltage.
Page 140 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 3. Go to the Remote Sense setting using the scroll wheel and press Enter. Turn the setting on or off and press Enter again to confirm. ON, OFF Remote Sense 4. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Exit MISC Configuration settings.
Page 141 MISCELLANEOUS When the remote sense function is on, the Display displayed voltage value is the voltage measured at the sense terminal and the symbol “SENS” is displayed on the status bar for standard and simple mode display. • Before connecting the remote sense cables, turn off WARNING the output and peripherals.
Page 142: 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 143 MISCELLANEOUS The rising slew rate is changed in Slope accordance with varied options, Fast and Slow, both of which have differed slew rates, individually. Fast – the voltage slew rate is 1.5 ▪ V/µs ▪ Slow – the voltage slew rate is 0.056 V/µs.
Page 144 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Example – Slope Mode setting When the Slope is selected, the screen will be Note shown below when the Slow option is selected with a warning message “A slower Slew Rate may cause waveform distortion.” displayed.
Page 145: Output Relay
MISCELLANEOUS 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. On the other hand, output relay function disabled means output terminal is under the condition of high impedance and output relay retains the state of conducting for good, which is suitable for the...
Page 146: Thd Format
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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.
Page 147 MISCELLANEOUS ▪ 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 148: External Control
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 149: Unit
MISCELLANEOUS 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. 2. Use the scroll wheel to go to item 2, MISC Configuration and press Enter.
Page 150: Acin Detection
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 151 MISCELLANEOUS 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 Input message will be shown when it Detection:...
Page 152: Trigger Out Width
ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 153 MISCELLANEOUS Example The actual waveform – INT Mode, Frequency 900 Hz, TrgOut Width 0.1...
Page 154 ASR-3000 Series User Manual The actual waveform – INT Mode, Frequency 900 Hz, TrgOut Width 1 The actual waveform – INT Mode, Frequency 900 Hz, TrgOut Width 1.1 When abnormality of TrgOut output is detected, which is “Hi” all the time, the message of “TrgOut Note Width is not fit with the detected FREQ”...
Page 155: Data Average Count
MISCELLANEOUS Data Average Count This function allows user to designate an exact count number to average the measured data. It is particularly practical for large changes in load or power of low input signal frequency. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display.
Page 156: Data Update Rate
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Data Update Rate This function allows user to define update rate (time period) for the measured data. Take the 5s for example, the measured data updates in an interval of every 5 second. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display.
Page 157: Trgout Source
MISCELLANEOUS TrgOut Source This function allows user to select Trigger Output type for execution. 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. 3.
Page 158: Interlock
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Interlock The Interlock function is a safety feature, which prevents output from running by accident. See the steps below for details of configuration. 1. Press the Menu key. The Menu Steps setting will appear on the display.
Page 159 MISCELLANEOUS ▪ When the External Control is OFF, the Interlock Note ON/OFF setting is in dark grey and thus unavailable with a warning message “Only Valid When External Control is ON” shown. ▪ When the External Control is ON with the Interlock in ON as well, and the voltage level of External IO Pin 10 is Low, it will be unable to output with a warning message “Interlock - Output Prohibited”...
Page 160: 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 ............161 Sequence Mode Overview ........161 Sequence Settings ..........
Page 161: 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 162 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 165 for details.
Page 163 TEST MODE FUNCTION Fset (Frequency) Sets the frequency of the step. There are 3 secondary frequency settings that determine how the frequency is output. CT: Sets the frequency level of the step immediately to Fset values. KP: Sets the frequency level to “keep” the frequency of the previous step.
Page 164 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Branch1/ The Branch settings allow you to make Branch2 a selectable branch within the sequence when the sequence is running or on hold. The branch1 or branch2 actions are enabled by pressing the F1 or F2 function keys, or by using the :TRIG:SEQ:SEL:EXEC remote control command.
Page 165 TEST MODE FUNCTION Sequence Example Process Flow in Sequence Step Output No Sweep Sweepable Step 0 Push Step 1 Jump To Jump to StepX Jump To Cnt > 0 Cnt = 0 Jump Cnt Push Branch 1 Go to StepX BRN1 Push Branch 2...
Page 166: 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 167 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 168 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Secondary CT (Constant), KP (Keep), SP (Sweep) settings 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 169 TEST MODE FUNCTION 10. Go to the Wave setting and choose which waveform to output. Wave SIN, SQU, TRI, ARB1 - 16 11. Go to the Jump To setting and choose which step to jump to, or turn the setting off. Step ON, OFF, 0 ~ 999 12.
Page 170 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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 Resolution 0.1º 17. Go to the OFF Phs setting and set the end phase of the step.
Page 171 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 172: Save A Sequence To Local Memory
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Save a Sequence to Local Memory Saving a Sequence Sequence settings can be saved to one of 10 memory slots (SEQ0 ~ SEQ9). 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 173: 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 174 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 175 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 Default Sequence Setting SEQ6 Momentary drop in supply voltage...
Page 176 ASR-3000 Series User Manual SEQ7 Reset test for Level1 systems with 12V SEQ8 Starting Profile SEQ9 Test2 Tr: 10ms, Td: 40ms...
Page 177: Running A Sequence
TEST MODE FUNCTION Running a Sequence When running a sequence, the display changes Background to the sequence run view. With Jump Cnt display Run Screen Overview With Elapsed time display 1. Press Output. Steps Output 2. Press RUN[F4] key. The test will start to run. The settings of current step will be shown at the top of the screen and the measurement readout will be shown on the bottom of the screen.
Page 178 ASR-3000 Series User Manual current step number by the total number of steps (current step/total steps). 3. The test will continue to run until the last step has run, or Stop[F4] key is pressed. When the test has finished/stopped, the screen will return to the original settings screen.
Page 179: 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 180 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 181 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 182: Simulate Settings
ASR-3000 Series User Manual The following diagram illustrates the relationship between each of the parameters in a step. After entering the SIM Mode, It will forcibly set Remote Note Sense OFF and Time Slew Rate. Simulate Settings 1. Press Test key.
Page 183 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 184 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 185 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 186: 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 187: 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 188 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 189 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...
Page 190: Running A Simulation
ASR-3000 Series User Manual Running a Simulation When running a simulation, the display changes to Background the simulate run view. With Repeat Cnt display Run Screen Overview Repeat Cnt Settings Step X of Y HOLD/CONTI test STOP/RUN test Readback measurements...
Page 191 TEST MODE FUNCTION 1. Press Output key. Steps 2. Press Run[F4] key. The test will start to run. The settings of current step will be shown at the top of the screen and the measurement readout will be shown on the bottom of the screen. The top-right of the screen will display the current step number of the simulation.
Page 192 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 193: 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 194: 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 ▪ During the configuration, a 3-digit number is always displayed.
Page 195: Usb Remote Control Function Check
COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 1. Connect the Type A-Type B USB Steps cable from the PC to the rear panel USB B port. 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.
Page 196: Rs232 Remote Interface
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. RS232 Remote Interface BD-9, male RS232 Connector Configuration...
Page 197 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE 3. Use the scroll wheel to go to item 5, RS232C and press Enter. 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...
Page 198: 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 199: 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 200 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 201 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 202: 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 203: 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 204 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 205 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 206: 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 193). The web interface allows you to: •...
Page 207: 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 208 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 209 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 210 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 211 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE For further details, please see the programming Note manual, available on the GW Instek web site @ www.gwinstek.com.
Page 212: 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 213: 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 214 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. Press Exit[F4] to exit from the Update Exit Firmware settings.
Page 215: 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 47. AC+DC-INT Mode ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF ASR-3500 Range 100V Wave Shape 0.0 Vrms...
Page 216 ASR-3000 Series User Manual AC+DC-EXT Mode ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF ASR-3500 Range 100V GAIN 100.0 IRMS 21.00 A 31.50 A 42.00 A 52.5 A IPK Limit +/- 126.0 A +/- 189.0 A +/- 252.0 A +/- 168.0 A +/- 315.0 A...
Page 217 APPENDIX AC+DC-SYNC Mode ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3400HF ASR-3500 Range 100V Wave Shape 0.0 Vrms +0.0 Vdc LINE IRMS 21.00 A 31.50 A 42.00 A 52.5 A V Limit +/- 285.0 V F Limit Hi 999.9 Hz 5000 Hz 999.9 Hz IPK Limit +/- 126.0 A +/- 189.0 A +/- 252.0 A +/- 168.0 A +/- 315.0 A ON Phs...
Page 218 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Menu ASR-3000 T ipeak, hold(msec) 1 ms IPK CLR EXEC Power ON Buzzer Remote Sense Slew Rate Mode Time Output Relay Enable THD Format External Control V Unit (TRI, ARB) ACin Detection TrgOut Width ASR-3000 DHCP...
Page 219 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 220: 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 221 APPENDIX DCDC Power Unit Error Internal DCDC power unit function Output Off 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 222 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Normal Messages Description Protection type Setting Voltage Limited Setting voltage be limited, press Display Message "Shift + V" to check allowance Only set range Setting Frequency Limited Setting frequency be limited, Display Message press "Shift + F" to check...
Page 223 APPENDIX 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 Saved to DEF1 Saved Setting to DEF1 Display Message Only Saved to DEF2...
Page 224 ASR-3000 Series User Manual USB Memory Access Error USB flash disk is Not FAT32 format or read abnormal Valid Only AC-INT, DC-INT Remote Sense Setting Limit Display Message and AC-Sync Mode Message Only Valid Only 100V and 200V Remote Sense Setting Limit...
Page 225 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 226 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Saved To ARB# Saved To ARB1 ~ ARB16 Display Message Only License Enable Success License Enable Success, Display Message Reboot Automatic Reboot Only Invalid License in All License file is invalid in USB Display Message USB:/[directory]...
Page 227: Specifications
APPENDIX Specifications The specifications apply when the ASR-3000 is powered on for at least 30 minutes. All of the specification is guaranteed under the time mode. Electrical specifications Model ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3500 ASR-3400HF Input ratings (AC rms) Nominal input voltage 200 Vac to 240 Vac Input voltage range 180 Vac to 264 Vac...
Page 228 ASR-3000 Series User Manual Frequency Setting AC Mode: 40.00 Hz to 999.9 Hz, AC+DC Mode: 1.00 AC Mode: range 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 Hz to 99.99 Hz), 0.1 Hz (100.0 Hz to 0.01 Hz...
Page 229 APPENDIX Model ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3500 ASR-3400HF Output rating for DC mode Voltage Setting -285 V to +285 V / -570 V to +570 V Range Setting 0.1 V Resolution Accuracy ±(1 % of set + 1 V / 2 V) Maximum 100 V 20 A...
Page 230 ASR-3000 Series User Manual 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). For AC mode, at an output voltage of 100 V / 200 V, maximum current, and load power factor of 1.
Page 231 APPENDIX Resolution 0.001 Load crest factor Range 0.00 to 50.00 Resolution 0.01 Harmonic voltage Range Up to 100th order of the fundamental wave Effective value (rms) Full Scale 200 V / 400 V, 100% Percent (%) Resolution 0.1 V, 0.1% (AC-INT and 50/60 Hz Accuracy Up to 20th ±(0.2 % of reading + 0.5 V / 1 V)
Page 232: General Specifications
ASR-3000 Series User Manual General Specifications Model ASR-3200 ASR-3300 ASR-3400 ASR-3500 ASR-3400HF Interface Standard USB Type A: Host, Type B: Device, Speed: 2.0, USB-CDC MAC Address, DNS IP Address, User Password, Gateway IP Address, Instrument IP Address, Subnet Mask RS232C...
Page 233 APPENDIX 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 Input impedance 1 MΩ Input voltage range ±2.5 V (A/D resolution 12 bit) Nondestructive maximum ±10 V input voltage...
Page 234 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 Input impedance 1 MΩ Input voltage range ±2.5 V (A/D resolution 12 bit)
Page 235: 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 236: Asr-3000 Dimensions
ASR-3000 Series User Manual ASR-3000 Dimensions ASR-3200/3300/3400/3400HF/ASR-3500 Scale = mm...
Page 237: Declaration Of Conformity
APPENDIX Declaration of Conformity GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD. declare that the below mentioned product satisfies all the technical relations application to the product within the scope of council: Directive: EMC; LVD; WEEE; RoHS The product is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents: ◎...
Page 238: 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 239 APPENDIX Check if the equipment is Vibration 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 240 ASR-3000 Series User Manual NDEX Accessories ......... 16 Frequency output ...... 82 Advanced settings Front panel diagram ....18 Buzzer .......... 138 Ground Power output ......136 symbol ..........5 Program timer unit ....139 I rms ..........86 SCPI emulation142, 145, 146, 148, 149, 150, 155, 156, 157, 158 Ipk-Limit ......
Page 241: Index
INDEX GPIB ..........203 T Ipeak ....47, 133, 135, 152 Realterm........199 Test RS-232 ........195, 198 Sequence USB ........195, 198 Overview ........161 Save preset to local memory... 109 Recall ..........172 Run ..........177 Save preset to USB ....111 Save ..........

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