Chapter 4 Theory of Operation
AC Input and Bias Supplies
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AC Input and Bias Supplies
Referring to the schematic shown on pages 129 and 130, the ac mains are 
connected by a fused power module. This module incorporates the functions 
of mains connection, fusing, and line voltage selection (100/115/230 Vac). The 
line voltage selection function of the module selects which primary winding 
of power transformer is energized. The transformer secondary windings are 
connected to the main pc board through connectors.
The bias supplies are consists of three sections; +5 Vdc and -5.1 Vdc for the 
power circuits and floating logic; ±17.4 Vdc for the display; and +5 Vdc for the 
earth referenced logic. Power-on reset signals are provided by the +5 Vdc 
supply of the floating logic.
The ±17.4 Vdc for the display circuits are produced by rectifier CR8, filter 
capacitors C18 and C19, and voltage regulators U12 and U16. A separate 
winding of transformer provides a center tapped 6 Vrms filament supply for 
the display.
The floating +5 Vdc is produced from the separate winding of transformer. The 
+5_REF signal is derived from +15 Vdc supply and the TURN_ON RESET signal 
is derived from +5 Vdc supply. The FAN FAIL signal is asserted when the fan 
current through R20 is not detected. The TURN_ON RESET signal holds the 
main controller and other logic in a reset state until the +5 Vdc logic power is 
fully operational. This signal is generally active only following application of 
line power to the instrument.
The +5V dc earth referenced supply is produced by rectifier CR4, filter 
capacitor C23, and regulator U9. The GPIB (IEEE-488) and RS-232 computer 
interfaces are powered from this supply.