KEPCO KLP SERIES User Manual

KEPCO KLP SERIES User Manual

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1200 WATT PROGRAMMABLE POWER SUPPLY
KEPCO INC.
An ISO 9001 Company.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1)
This manual is valid for the following Firmware Versions:
FIRMWARE VERSION
9.00
2)
A Change Page may be included at the end of the manual. All applicable changes and
revision number changes are documented with reference to the equipment serial num-
bers. Before using this Instruction Manual, check your equipment serial number to identify
your model. If in doubt, contact your nearest Kepco Representative, or the Kepco Docu-
mentation Office in New York, (718) 461-7000, requesting the correct revision for your par-
ticular model and serial number.
3)
The contents of this manual are protected by copyright. Reproduction of any part can be
made only with the specific written permission of Kepco, Inc.
Data subject to change without notice.
©2012, KEPCO, INC
P/N 243-1248-r2h
KEPCO, INC.
131-38 SANFORD AVENUE
USER MANUAL
KLP SERIES

POWER SUPPLY

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KLP SERIES
POWER SUPPLY
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FLUSHING, NY. 11355 U.S.A.
email: hq@kepcopower.com
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NOTE.
KEPCO
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  • Page 1: Power Supply

    Before using this Instruction Manual, check your equipment serial number to identify your model. If in doubt, contact your nearest Kepco Representative, or the Kepco Docu- mentation Office in New York, (718) 461-7000, requesting the correct revision for your par- ticular model and serial number.
  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    - Part 1) EN 61326-1:2006 (Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - EMC requirements — Part 1: General requirements KEPCO INC. Manufacturer's Name and Address: 131-38 SANFORD AVENUE FLUSHING, N.Y. 11352 USA Importer's Name and Address:...
  • Page 4 There are no user or operator serviceable parts within the product enclosure. Refer all servicing to qualified and trained Kepco service technicians. 228-1729 COND/CONFORM 070312...
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Installation, Operation and Service Precautions This product is designed for use in accordance with EN 61010-1 and UL 3101 for Installation Category 2, Pollution Degree 2. Hazardous voltages are present within this product during normal operation. The prod- uct should never be operated with the cover removed unless equivalent protection of the operator from accidental contact with hazardous internal voltages is provided: There are no operator serviceable parts or adjustments within the product enclosure.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION Scope of Manual............................1-1 General Description ............................ 1-1 Options ............................... 1-2 1.3.1 Rapid Output Discharge Circuit (RODC) Option (R Suffix) ..............1-2 Specifications.............................. 1-2 Features..............................1-9 1.5.1 Local Control ............................1-9 1.5.2 Remote Control ............................
  • Page 8 Remote Programming Using the Web Interface [E-series Models Only]..........3-23 3.3.6.1 Troubleshooting LAN Communication Problems................3-23 3.3.6.2 Finding Kepco Power Supplies on the LAN [E-Series Models Only]..........3-24 3.3.6.3 Launch Web Interface [E-Series Models Only].................. 3-25 3.3.6.4 Instrument Configuration Using Web Interface [E-Series Models Only]..........3-26 3.3.6.5...
  • Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 3.3.6.6.6 Setting Virtual Model [E-Series Models Only] ................3-33 Remote Programming Using Analog Signals ..................... 3-34 3.4.1 Enabling/Disabling the Output using Analog Control ................3-34 3.4.2 Programming with external resistance ....................3-35 3.4.3 Programming with external Voltage ......................3-36 3.4.4 Changing Overvoltage or Overcurrent Protection Values in Analog Programming Mode.......
  • Page 10 PAGE KLP Series Power Supply ..........................vi KLP Operating Regions..........................1-3 KLP Series Power Supply, Mechanical Outline Drawing ................1-7 KLP Series, Front Panel Controls and Indicators..................2-1 KLP Series, Rear Panel Switch and Connectors ..................2-3 Remote Sensing............................2-11 Series Connection using Remote Sensing....................
  • Page 11 LIST OF TABLES TABLE TITLE PAGE Rapid Output Discharge Circuit Improvement in Output Response Time ...........1-2 Model Parameters ............................1-3 KLP Specifications ............................1-4 Equipment Supplied ............................1-11 Accessories ..............................1-12 Safety Symbols ............................1-12 Controls, and Indicators ..........................2-1 Analog I/O Switch Functions ........................2-2 IEEE 488 Port Connector (J4) Pin Assignments ..................2-4 RS 232 Port Connector (J3) Pin Assignments [Standard Models Only] .............2-4 LAN Port Connector (J7) Pin Assignments [E-Series Models Only] ............2-5 Control Input Terminal block Assignments ....................2-5...
  • Page 12 FIGURE 1-1. KLP SERIES POWER SUPPLY KLP070312...
  • Page 13: Section 1 - Introduction

    This manual contains instructions for installation and for local and analog remote operation of the KLP series of 1200W output power, stabilized voltage or current, d-c power supplies manu- factured by KEPCO, Inc., Flushing, New York, U.S.A. Digital remote operation is described in the KLP Developer’s Guide which can be downloaded from the Kepco website at...
  • Page 14: Options

    600V models. Smaller discharge steps will be supported at higher continuous rates; con- tact Kepco Applications Engineering for additional details. The RODC circuit employs protection against both peak energy and average power overload conditions by disabling only the RODC function until conditions recover to normal range;...
  • Page 15: Klp Operating Regions

    FIGURE 1-2. KLP OPERATING REGIONS TABLE 1-2. MODEL PARAMETERS Rated Maximum Minimum Rated Maximum Ripple and Efficiency Model number Voltage current for Programmable Current voltage for noise @115 Va-c Range rated voltage current Range rated current KLP 10-150 0-10V 120A@10V 1.9A 0-150A 8V@150A...
  • Page 16: Klp Specifications

    TABLE 1-3. KLP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION RATING/DESCRIPTION CONDITION/COMMENT INPUT CHARACTERISTICS nominal 100-240 Va-c Single Phase. a-c voltage range 90-265 Va-c Wide Range; contact factory for opera- tion to 265V a-c. d-c voltage range 125-275 Vd-c No regulatory agency approval. nominal range 50-60 Hz Frequency maximum...
  • Page 17: Physical Characteristics

    TABLE 1-3. KLP SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) SPECIFICATION RATING/DESCRIPTION CONDITION/COMMENT GENERAL (ENVIRONMENTAL) SPECIFICATIONS Temperature operating -20 to +50 deg C Rated load. Derate at -25W per °C from 50°C to 70°C. storage -40 to +85 deg C Cooling 3 internal d-c fans exhaust to the rear Humidity 0 to 95% RH...
  • Page 18 TABLE 1-3. KLP SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) SPECIFICATION RATING/DESCRIPTION CONDITION/COMMENT PROGRAMMING CHARACTERISTICS - ANALOG Analog remote control selection Activate with jumper at analog program- Recognized during power up. ming connector isolation Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) Analog Input Update Rate 2Hz (0.5 Second) Applies to program- Analog input voltage digitized (12-bit ming by voltage/ resistance and read- resolution), optically isolated, then pro-...
  • Page 19: Klp Series Power Supply, Mechanical Outline Drawing

    FIGURE 1-3. KLP SERIES POWER SUPPLY, MECHANICAL OUTLINE DRAWING (SHEET 1 OF 2) KLP 070312...
  • Page 20 FIGURE 1-3. KLP SERIES POWER SUPPLY, MECHANICAL OUTLINE DRAWING (SHEET 2 OF 2) KLP 070312...
  • Page 21: Features

    FEATURES 1.5.1 LOCAL CONTROL Two front panel rotary encoders allow adjustment of voltage and current setpoints and limits. Operating mode of the power supply is indicated by lighting either a green (Constant Voltage) or amber (Constant Current) LED. The output can be enabled or disabled by the front panel DC OUTPUT switch;...
  • Page 22: Overvoltage/Overcurrent Protection

    1.5.9 BUILT-IN PROTECTION KLP Series Power Supplies provide built-in protection against the system faults listed below. In each case, a detected fault results in immediate latched shutdown of the power supply output. In addition, the status display flashes the appropriate indication and the status bit is set for retrieval through either of the digital programming ports.
  • Page 23: Internal Relay

    There are no operator serviceable parts inside the case. Service must be referred to authorized personnel. Using the power supply in a manner not specified by Kepco. Inc. may impair the pro- tection provided by the power supply. Observe all safety precautions noted throughout this man- ual.
  • Page 24: Accessories

    Mates with NEMA 5-15R receptacle (see adjacent figure). Supports restricted load power over mains voltage range of 100-136V a-c (contact Kepco Sales Engineering for details). Line Cord Set (250V/15A) 2.5m long cord set, provides for source power NEMA 6-15R 118-1137 connection.
  • Page 25: Section 2 - Installation

    VOLTAGE CURRENT control/momentary switch control/momentary switch FIGURE 2-1. KLP SERIES, FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS TABLE 2-1. CONTROLS, AND INDICATORS CONTROL OR FUNCTION INDICATOR POWER ON/OFF Turns the power supply on or off. Applies input power to power supply internal circuits. Circuit breaker Circuit Breaker provides input overload protection.
  • Page 26: Rear Panel Connectors And Switches

    TABLE 2-1. CONTROLS, AND INDICATORS (CONTINUED) CONTROL OR FUNCTION INDICATOR DC AMPERES Four-digit LED display that shows current settings: display a. Shows actual output current (PAR.3.2.9). b. Shows current set point or overcurrent limit when function selected (PAR. 3.2.9.2). c. Shows GPIB address (PAR. 3.2.11), baud rate (PAR. 3.2.12). d.
  • Page 27: Klp Series, Rear Panel Switch And Connectors

    FIGURE 2-2. KLP SERIES, REAR PANEL SWITCH AND CONNECTORS KLP-HV 070312...
  • Page 28: Ieee 488 Port Connector (J4) Pin Assignments

    TABLE 2-3. IEEE 488 PORT CONNECTOR (J4) PIN ASSIGNMENTS SIGNAL NAME FUNCTION I/O Line I/O Line I/O Line I/O Line End or Identify Data Valid NRFD Not Ready for Data NDAC Not Data Accepted Interface Clear Service Request Attention SHIELD Shield I/O Line I/O Line...
  • Page 29: Lan Port Connector (J7) Pin Assignments [E-Series Models Only]

    TABLE 2-5. LAN PORT CONNECTOR (J7) PIN ASSIGNMENTS [E-SERIES MODELS ONLY] SIGNAL NAME FUNCTION Transmit + TX– Transmit – NOT USED NOT USED NOT USED NOT USED Receive + RX– Receive – TABLE 2-6. CONTROL INPUT TERMINAL BLOCK ASSIGNMENTS TERMINAL FUNCTION Positive output monitor connection (TB5) (see PAR.
  • Page 30: Source Power Requirements

    SOURCE POWER REQUIREMENTS This power supply operates with the installed circuit breaker from either d-c or single phase a-c mains power over the voltage and frequency ranges specified in Table 1-3 without adjustment or modification. COOLING The power devices used within the power supply are maintained within their operating tempera- ture range by means of internal heat sink assemblies cooled by three internal (d-c type) cooling fans.
  • Page 31: Installation

    • Then the status display reads SET (setpoint mode), the DC VOLTS display reads 0 Volts, the DC AMPERES display reads minimum Amperes (see Note 1, below). NOTES: 1. A minimum programmed current (actual value depends on model) is required to ensure proper operation of the power supply under all load conditions.
  • Page 32: Safety Grounding

    It is the user's responsibility to ensure that all applicable local codes for source power wiring are met. Kepco also makes a variety of prefabricated safety line cord sets available for connecting KLP to source power via conven- tional box-mounted receptacles.
  • Page 33: D-C Output Grounding

    It is hoped that the preceding paragraphs will be of some assistance in most cases. For help in special applications or difficult problems, consult directly with Kepco's Application Engineering Depart- ment.
  • Page 34: Power Supply/Load Interface

    Voltage models (75V, 150V, 300V, 600V) employ Euroblock-style terminal blocks that accept bare wire ends. Where discrete wires are used for the load connection, Kepco strongly recommends the use of stranded (not solid) wire with (+) and (–) wires tightly twisted to reduce self-inductance; wire end ferrules are suggested to prevent fraying of the strands.
  • Page 35: Series Operation

    Figure 2-4 shows a series connection of two KLP power supplies using remote sensing. Kepco strongly recommends that series applica- tions employ master/slave control (available on standard models only) as described in PAR’s.
  • Page 36: Series Connection Using Remote Sensing

    2.7.6 FIGURE 2-4. SERIES CONNECTION USING REMOTE SENSING FIGURE 2-5. PARALLEL CONNECTIONS USING REMOTE SENSING 2-12 KLP-HV 070312...
  • Page 37: Load Sharing

    For low-voltage models (10V, 20V, 36V) Kepco advises the use of bus bar conductors where possible; for higher voltage models (75V - 600V), appropriately sized twisted conductor pairs terminated with wire ferrules are recommended (contact Kepco Applications Engineering for details).
  • Page 38: Master/Slave Configurations [Standard Models Only]

    If GPIB control of the master/slave pair is desired, the user must connect to the master unit using an “in-line” style connector, as the commonly-used stackable connector will interfere phys- ically with the RS 232 connector above it. Contact Kepco Sales Engineering for additional guid- ance.
  • Page 39: Digital Connections

    e. Fault Connections (RELAY_NC, RELAY_COM, RELAY_NO It is recommended that normally open and normally closed relay signals RELAY_NC (pin 10) and/or RELAY_NO (pin 2), respectively, be twisted together with RELAY_COM (pin 4) as needed to eliminate noise pickup. See PAR. 3.2.16.1 to configure internal relay. f.
  • Page 41: Section 3 - Operation

    SECTION 3 - OPERATION GENERAL This section explains how to operate the KLP Power Supply. Series KLP feature three modes of operation: • Local Mode (see PAR. 3.2): This is the default operating mode, providing full access to all programming and readback functions via front panel displays, controls, and indica- tors.
  • Page 42: Power-Up Built-In Test Error Codes

    • Status display flashes PROT for 2 seconds while DC VOLTS and DC AMPERES dis- plays show previously stored OVP and OCP trigger levels. NOTE: to reprogram OVP or OCP, refer to PAR. 3.2.10. NOTE: To eliminate the display of model, virtual model, and protection levels on power-up, refer to PAR.
  • Page 43: Setting Local/Remote Mode

    NOTE: A minimum programmed current is required to ensure proper operation of the power supply under all load conditions. Programmed current is automatically set to be at least the minimum current (actual value depends on model, see Table 1-2). • Since the output is off, Constant Voltage (CV) mode indicator (green LED) and Con- stant Current (CC) indicator (amber LED) are off.
  • Page 44: Remote With Local (Front Panel) Lockout

    3.2.2.1 REMOTE WITH LOCAL (FRONT PANEL) LOCKOUT To prevent unauthorized setting of the power supply to Local mode, a local lockout mode can be enabled which prevents the power supply from being restored to local mode via the front panel. With the power supply turned off, set the ANALOG I/O DIP switch, position 5 (see Table 2-2) to ON.
  • Page 45: Enabling/Disabling Output Power

    FUNCTION––––––––VIRT* (PAR. 3.2.8) –––CNFG (PAR 3.2.15)––––VERS –– MODL –– Options –– RTN –––ADDR (PAR 3.2.11) –––BAUD ***(PAR 3.2.12) –––M/S *** (PAR 3.2.13)––– SERI ––––– 1OF2 ––2OF2 –– PARA–––– 1OF2 ––2OF2 –––LAN ** (PAR 3.2.14)–––––LRST –––DHCP –––[AUTO –––MAC1/MAC2/MAC3 –––IP1/IP2 –––MSK1/MSK2 –––GTE1/GTE2 –––DNS1/DNS2 –––RTN –––UTIL (PAR 3.2.16)––––––RELY (PAR 3.2.16.1)–––––FLT––––––––NORM...
  • Page 46: Checking Voltage/Current Setpoints

    3.2.6 CHECKING VOLTAGE/CURRENT SETPOINTS CAUTION: BEFORE ENABLING THE OUTPUT ALWAYS CHECK THE SETPOINTS TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE LOAD. Check the voltage and current set points by tapping either the VOLTAGE or CURRENT control. The status display reads SET, and the DC VOLTS and DC AMPERES displays show the stored setpoints.
  • Page 47: Setting Voltage Or Current

    • Storage of User-programmed Active Settings (Save/Recall). • User-determined output Sequences. • External Triggers: VOLT:TRIG and CURR:TRIG values • Sequences programmed using LIST commands. To define a virtual model, proceed as follows. 1. If the status display shows SET, tap either the CURRENT or VOLTAGE controls to take the unit out of setpoint mode (status display goes from SET to blank) 2.
  • Page 48: Real-Time Voltage/Current Adjustment

    3.2.9.1 REAL-TIME VOLTAGE/CURRENT ADJUSTMENT Rotating the associated control will change the output voltage or current in real-time only if the output is enabled. If the unit is in constant voltage mode (CV indicator lit) the DC VOLTS display shows the actual output voltage as the VOLTAGE control is rotated. Similarly, if the unit is in constant current mode (CC indicator lit) the DC AMPERES display shows the actual output cur- rent as the CURRENT control is rotated.
  • Page 49: Viewing/Changing Overvoltage Or Overcurrent Protection Values

    NOTE: If the virtual model for the power supply is altered, the last settings are reset to zero volts and minimum current. Last output state (ON or OFF) is not retained; upon restart the unit defaults to setpoint mode. See AUTOmatic fault recovery mode (PAR. 3.2.16.3.2.
  • Page 50: Changing Rs 232 Baud Rate [Standard Models Only]

    4. Rotate the CURRENT control to change the GPIB address, then tap the DC OUTPUT switch to accept the displayed GPIB address. The display briefly reads DONE, then returns to ADDR. 5. Rotate the VOLTAGE control until display reads EXIT, then tap the DC OUTPUT switch to exit 3.2.12 CHANGING RS 232 BAUD RATE [STANDARD MODELS ONLY]...
  • Page 51: Configure Power Supply As Master [Standard Models Only]

    4. To change the configuration tap the DC OUTPUT switch once. The DC VOLTS and DC AMPERES start blinking. • Specify either SERI (series configuration for higher voltage) or PARA (parallel configura- tion for higher current) using either the VOLTAGE or CURRENT control by holding in and rotating the control.
  • Page 52: Operating The Master/Slave Configuration [Standard Models Only]

    5. Press DC OUTPUT to accept the displayed settings. The unit briefly flashes WAIT, then restarts with the new settings; press FUNCTION to abort without changing the settings. NOTE: Until both units are configured properly, the displays will cycle as follows: status display will flash E241 (hardware error), then DC VOLTS, status display and DC AMPERES flash x OF y where x = unit number and y = total number of units, the status display flashes the type of connection SERI (series) or PARA (parallel).
  • Page 53: Restoring The Master/Slave Configuration To Standalone Operation [Standard Models Only]

    3.2.13.4 RESTORING THE MASTER/SLAVE CONFIGURATION TO STANDALONE OPERATION [STANDARD MODELS ONLY] First configure the master, then the slave for standalone operation. 1. If the units are in setpoint mode (see PAR. 3.2.6), tap either the CURRENT or VOLTAGE controls to take the units out of setpoint mode (status display goes from SET to blank). 2.
  • Page 54 • DHCP - DHCP status is displayed in the DC VOLTS display. To change the setting press DC OUTPUT switch, then rotate either VOLTAGE or CURRENT control to see desired setting and press DC OUTPUT switch to save. • ON - The KLP requests an IP address from the DHCP server. (AUTOIP set to OFF.) •...
  • Page 55: Unit Configuration

    3.2.15 UNIT CONFIGURATION The Configuration Function identifies the firmware version, the KLP model, and the options installed. 1. If the status display shows SET, tap either the CURRENT or VOLTAGE controls to take the unit out of setpoint mode (status display goes from SET to blank). 2.
  • Page 56: Internal Relay Control

    • SYST - System Configuration (see PAR. 3.2.16.3) • INVC - Analog Input Voltage and Current A to D calibration voltages (see PAR. 3.2.16.4) • LBT - [Standard models only] Loop Back Test used to isolate RS 232 communication problems (see KLP Developer’s Guide). •...
  • Page 57: Quick Boot

    (1) To select NORM, tap the DC OUTPUT switch to save selection; unit returns to RELY menu. (2) To select V->C or C->V, first set the delay. While V->C or C->V is in the status dis- play, the DC AMPERES display shows the delay in seconds, from 000.5 to 128.0: NNND, where NNN is an integer from 0 to 128 and D will be either .0 or .5 (000.0 is not permitted).
  • Page 58: System Configuration Functions

    3.2.16.3 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION FUNCTIONS The system configuration functions allow the user to determine 1) whether the Remote Inhibit signal is an active TTL high or low and 2) how the unit recovers from a fault. The unit password (see PAR. 3.2.7) is required to change these functions. 1.
  • Page 59 the user’s responsibility to NOT attempt multiple consecutive restarts without eliminating the fault condition. • AUTOmatic - When a fault configured for AUTO recovery is detected, the output is dis- abled as long as the fault condition exists. Once the fault condition is no longer present (e.g., the unit has cooled down after an overtemperature fault) the output is enabled at the last actual settings for voltage and current, as opposed to setpoints (see PAR.
  • Page 60: Analog Output Full Scale Calibration

    NOTE: THE FOLLOWING SETTINGS ARE SHOWN: PWR SET TO AUTO TEMP SET TO AUTO OLF SET TO PROTECT OCP SET TO PROTECT OVP SET TO SAFE FIGURE 3-2. FAULT RECOVERY CONFIGURATION DISPLAY 2. To change a fault recovery setting, tap the DC OUTPUT switch to enter the Recovery menu. 3.
  • Page 61: Analog Input Full Scale Calibration

    • ON (enabled) NOTE: Kepco strongly recommends the XON XOFF method for data transfer via RS 232 protocol for all Kepco products. If this method is not selected, it is the user's responsibility to ensure completion of any response by the power supply prior to issuance of subsequent commands.
  • Page 62: Lan Factory Defaults [E-Series Models Only]

    Kepco provides three instrument drivers, IVI-COM, LabView G and VXI plug&play which sim- plify programming of the KLP power supply via the digital interfaces. These drivers are described in the KLP Developer’s Guide and can be downloaded from the Kepco web site at: http://www.kepcopower.com/drivers/ 3.3.3...
  • Page 63: Remote Programming Using The Labview G Instrument Driver

    3.3.4 REMOTE PROGRAMMING USING THE LABVIEW G INSTRUMENT DRIVER The LabView G driver for KLP, available for download at the Kepco web site www.kepco- power.com/drivers, includes a LabView G demonstration program that greatly simplifies pro- gramming the unit with a Windows™ compatible computer. After running a setup, a “soft” front panel is visible on the computer monitor that allows all the functionality of the local front panel.
  • Page 64: Finding Kepco Power Supplies On The Lan [E-Series Models Only]

    3.3.6.2 FINDING KEPCO POWER SUPPLIES ON THE LAN [E-SERIES MODELS ONLY] The PSfind utility can be downloaded from the Kepco web site at www.kepcopower.com/driv- ers/drivers-dl3.htm#klp. This utility finds all operational Kepco power supplies connected to the LAN and then shows the pertinent addresses of the models found. To run the utility from your PC download the psfind.zip file to your computer.
  • Page 65: Launch Web Interface [E-Series Models Only]

    Although most current browsers will work, Kepco recommends the following as fully supported: IE 5.5 and higher, Netscape 6 and higher and Firefox 1.0 and higher. Popup blocking must be disabled and Javascript must be enabled for proper operation.
  • Page 66: Instrument Configuration Using Web Interface [E-Series Models Only]

    FIGURE 3-5. WEB INTERFACE HOME PAGE (UNIT DESCRIPTION) 3.3.6.4 INSTRUMENT CONFIGURATION USING WEB INTERFACE [E-SERIES MODELS ONLY] Click on CONFIGURE INSTRUMENT at the left to view the INSTRUMENT Configuration page (Figure 3-6). The parameters that can be viewed from this page are: •...
  • Page 67: Lan Configuration Using Web Interface [E-Series Models Only]

    FIGURE 3-6. WEB INTERFACE CONFIGURE INSTRUMENT PAGE 3.3.6.5 LAN CONFIGURATION USING WEB INTERFACE [E-SERIES MODELS ONLY] Click on CONFIGURE LAN at the left to view the LAN Configuration page (Figure 3-7). The parameters that can be configured from this page are Host Name (DHCP), Description, IP Address, Subnet Mask address, Default Gateway Address, and DNS Server Address.
  • Page 68: Web Interface Configure Lan Page

    • The CONFIGURE LAN password restricts the ability to change the LAN configuration parameters shown on the CONFIGURE LAN page (Figure 3-7.) FIGURE 3-7. WEB INTERFACE CONFIGURE LAN PAGE The factory default is that passwords are not needed to access password-protected areas and none of the three passwords have been established.
  • Page 69: Operating The Unit Using Web Interface [E-Series Models Only]

    3.3.6.6 OPERATING THE UNIT USING WEB INTERFACE [E-SERIES MODELS ONLY] To operate the unit, click the OPERATE INSTRUMENT box at the left. A simulated front panel at the top of the screen shows 1) output voltage and current, 2) CV or CC if the unit is in constant voltage or constant current mode, respectively (** is displayed if the output is off, meaning the unit is in neither CV nor CC mode), and 3) whether the output is on or off.
  • Page 70: Changing The Output [E-Series Models Only]

    3.3.6.6.1 CHANGING THE OUTPUT [E-SERIES MODELS ONLY] The Output dialog box opens when the OPERATE INSTRUMENT page is first opened, or when OUTPUT is clicked (see Figure 3-8). To set output voltage or current, enter the values and click SET. Voltage and current settings are not allowed to exceed either a) the virtual model setting or b) 80% of the protection value.
  • Page 71: Resetting The Unit (*Rst) [E-Series Models Only]

    • To change currently stored settings: Enter a location (1 to 40) in the box between Save @ and Preview buttons, then click Preview button. Modify the settings and click Save @ button to save the modified settings. • To save the active settings: Enter the desired location (1 to 40) in the LOCATION box and click Save State button to save the active settings.
  • Page 72: List Dialog Box

    Create the List. Click LIST to open the List dialog box (Figure 3-12). Each location defines the values for one step: voltage and current, and a dwell time duration (between 0.5 and 655.36 seconds). NOTES: 1. Dwell times down to 0.01 second can be obtained using SCPI commands (via RS 232 or GPIB interfaces) to generate the list (see KLP Developer’s Guide).
  • Page 73: Setting Virtual Model [E-Series Models Only]

    FIGURE 3-13. ADDING MULTIPLE STEPS (RAMPS) TO LIST Execute the List. Steps may be added to a list using Add to List, Current Ramp or Voltage Ramp buttons, however the total number of steps can not exceed 100. To execute the list, enter the number of times the list is to be executed in the Loops box (1 to 65536;...
  • Page 74: Remote Programming Using Analog Signals

    FIGURE 3-14. VIRTUAL MODEL DIALOG BOX REMOTE PROGRAMMING USING ANALOG SIGNALS The voltage and current inputs (Vref and Cref, respectively) of the Analog I/O Port (see J2, Fig- ure 2-2 and Table 2-2) are normally inactive. These are activated by connecting pin 12 of J2 to one of the four GND pins: J2 pin 9, 11, 13 or 15 before turning the power supply on.
  • Page 75: Programming With External Resistance

    If rINH is set to be active for low, an open condition at pin 8 causes the output state to default to ON and the output will go to the levels programmed on Vref and Cref without warning. If rINH is set to be active for high, an open condition at pin 8 causes the output to remain off. If quick-boot (see PAR.
  • Page 76: Programming With External Voltage

    With the power supply configured as shown in Figure 3-15 and assuming the load causes the power supply to operate in voltage mode, varying external resistor R2 from 0 to 10K causes the output voltage of the power supply to vary linearly from 0 to full scale, while R1 can be used to adjust the current limit.
  • Page 77: Changing Overvoltage Or Overcurrent Protection Values In Analog Programming Mode

    FIGURE 3-16. ANALOG PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE OR CURRENT USING VOLTAGE 3.4.4 CHANGING OVERVOLTAGE OR OVERCURRENT PROTECTION VALUES IN ANALOG PROGRAMMING MODE Overvoltage and overcurrent values can not be changed using analog remote programming; this can only be done by issuing a command via the GPIB or RS 232 port, or via local mode from the front panel (enter local mode by pressing the VOLTAGE and CURRENT adjustment controls at the same time, then see PAR.
  • Page 79: Section 4 - Calibration

    SECTION 4 - CALIBRATION GENERAL This section contains the calibration instructions for the Power Supply. It is recommended that the user be familiar with Local Mode operation (PAR.3.2) before calibrating the unit. A full calibration consist of a voltage calibration and a current calibration. Both voltage and cur- rent calibrations consist of a zero and a full scale calibration.
  • Page 80: Calibration Using Front Panel Controls In Local Mode

    CALIBRATION USING FRONT PANEL CONTROLS IN LOCAL MODE For voltage calibration all loads must be disconnected and the sense terminals connected to the corresponding output terminals. The digital voltmeter will be connected to the output of the power supply. For current calibration after disconnecting all loads an appropriate shunt resistor will be connected across the output terminals and the digital voltmeter will be connected across the sense terminals of the shunt resistor.
  • Page 81: Current Calibration (Local)

    the DVM reads as close as possible to (but not less than) the rated model voltage (e.g., 75V for KLP 75-33). 3. Tap the DC OUTPUT switch to accept the value; the status display now reads OUTV. At the ANALOG I/O PORT J2, connect the DVM (M– to pin 13, M+ to pin 6) and the d-c power source (V–...
  • Page 82: Calibration Exit (Local)

    NOTE: The full scale programming voltage has a 1:1 correspondence with the external read- back; i.e., 10V full scale programming voltage results in a 10V full scale readback. If the full scale programming voltage is changed to a value other than 10V, the full scale readback voltage is changed accordingly.
  • Page 83 KLP which can be downloaded from the Kepco website at: www.kepcopower.com/ drivers/. Unzip the files and doubleclick on setup.exe to install the driver. The Kepco\klp folder will be added to the Start - Programs folder. Doubleclick KLPCTRL.exe to run the program, and refer to the KLP Developer’s Guide in the Kepco\klp folder for details about using the soft front panel.
  • Page 84: Voltage Calibration (Vxi Plug&Play Driver Demo)

    The main panel status display shows calibration, and the voltage and current meters are not visible. FIGURE 4-1. CALIBRATION WINDOW 7. Use the computer keyboard to enter the password in the text box displaying the word PASS- WORD, then press the ENTER key. 8.
  • Page 85: Current Calibration (Vxi Plug&Play Demo)

    increase and the “–“to decrease the output voltage until the DVM reads as close as possible to minimum rated POSITIVE voltage. FIGURE 4-2. VOLTAGE CALIBRATION WINDOW 2. Click the Press to ACCEPT button to accept the value. The status display then reads VMAX.
  • Page 86: Current Calibration Window

    1. Click the CURRENT button on the Calibration Window to start current calibration; the Cur- rent Calibration Window (Figure 4-3) appears and the status display on the VXI main panel reads CMAX. FIGURE 4-3. CURRENT CALIBRATION WINDOW 2. Monitor DVM and click the “+” button to increase and the “–“ to decrease the output current until the DVM reads as close as possible to maximum rated current (Calculate current as fol- lows: I (Amperes) = DVM reading (Volts) / Shunt Resistance (Ohms).
  • Page 87: Analog Reference Calibration (Vxi Plug&Play Demo)

    4.4.3 ANALOG REFERENCE CALIBRATION (VXI plug&play DEMO) During analog reference calibration the external analog reference voltages used to establish full scale output current and voltage are defined. The factory default calibration of 10V programs full scale output, however the following procedure allows any d-c value up to 10V to program full scale, while a voltage proportionately less programs a corresponding decrease in the output.
  • Page 88: Calibration Exit (Vxi Plug&Play Demo)

    4.4.4 CALIBRATION EXIT (VXI plug&play DEMO) NOTE: Clicking the Calibrate Close button on the VXI main panel will exit calibration WITH- OUT saving any calibration data. 1. Click the SAVE CALIBRATION button on the calibration window to save this calibration. 2.
  • Page 89: Restoring Prior Calibration Values

    Calibration values for KLP are stored in three separate locations in flash memory designated: Factory, Prior and Working. Factory values are established during item final test at Kepco and cannot be altered by the user. Each time the unit is calibrated, the Working values are moved to Prior, and the new calibration values are stored in Working.
  • Page 91: Klp Installation/Operation Summary

    4. Connect power supply to power source using one of the following: See PAR. 2.7.2 for additional information. • Use standard NEMA line cord set from Kepco (see Table 1-5) or customized line cord using user-wireable mating connector (supplied) in conjunction with user-selected line cord or discrete wiring as applicable.
  • Page 92 How do I view/change the virtual model settings? See PAR. 3.2.8 for description of virtual model. If status shows SET, exit set- point mode (tap either knob once). Use thin tool to press FUNCTION once; status reads VIRT. VOLTS and AMPS displays show the maximum voltage and current of the present virtual model.

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