Array electronic 3720A - User Manual

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Chapter1 General Introduction .............................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Function Features ....................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Front Panel .................................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................... 2
1.4 Keypad Function ........................................................................................................................ 3
1.5 Annunciators ............................................................................................................................... 4
1.6 Menu ............................................................................................................................................ 4
1.6.1 Main Menu ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.6.2 Mode Selection and Parameter Setting Menu ............................................................. 5
1.6.3 Transient Operation Menu ............................................................................................. 6
1.6.4 List Operation Menu ...................................................................................................... 6
1.7 Display Messages ........................................................................................................................ 6
1.8 Remote Programming .................................................................................................................. 9
Chapter2 Functions and Features ........................................................................................................ 10
2.1 Local and Remote Control ...................................................................................................... 10
2.2 Main Functions: ........................................................................................................................ 10
2.3 Basic Test Functions ................................................................................................................. 10
2.3.1 Constant Current Mode ............................................................................................... 11
2.3.1.1 Setting Ranges .................................................................................................... 11
2.3.1.2 Immediate Current Level .................................................................................. 12
2.3.1.3 Triggered Current Level ................................................................................... 12
2.3.1.4 Transient Current Level .................................................................................... 12
2.3.1.5 Software Current Limit ..................................................................................... 12
2.3.2 Constant Voltage Mode (CV) ....................................................................................... 12
2.3.2.1 Setting Ranges .................................................................................................... 13
2.3.2.2 Immediate Voltage Level ................................................................................... 13
2.3.2.3 Triggered Voltage Level ..................................................................................... 13
2.3.2.4 Transient Voltage Level ..................................................................................... 13
2.3.3 Constant Resistance Mode (CR).................................................................................. 13
2.3.3.1 Setting Ranges .................................................................................................... 14
2.3.3.2 Immediate Resistance Level ............................................................................. 14
2.3.3.3 Triggered Resistance Level ............................................................................... 14
2.3.3.4 Transient Resistance Level ................................................................................ 1 5
2.3.4 Constant Power Mode (CP) ......................................................................................... 15
2.3.4.1 Setting Ranges .................................................................................................... 16
2.3.4.2 Immediate Power Level
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2.3.4.3 Triggered Power Level ....................................................................................... 1 6
2.4 Transient Operation ................................................................................................................. 17
2.4.1 Continuous Transient Operation ................................................................................. 17
2.4.2 Pulsed Transient Operation ......................................................................................... 18
2.4.3 Toggled Transient Mode ............................................................................................... 20
2.5 List Operation ........................................................................................................................... 21
2.6 Battery Discharge Operation .................................................................................................. 22
2.7 Short Circuit Operation .......................................................................................................... 23

Array electronic 3720A Specifications

General

Brand	Array electronic
Model	3720A
Category	Power Supply
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1 General Introduction

1.1 Function Features

Lists the primary functions and capabilities of the ARRAY 372x Series electronic load.

1.4 Keypad Function

Explains the function and usage of the different keys on the front panel.

1.8 Remote Programming

Introduces the concept of controlling the load remotely via external interfaces.

Chapter 2 Functions and Features

2.1 Local and Remote Control

Explains how to operate the load using the front panel or external controllers.

2.2 Main Functions

Lists the primary operating modes like CC, CV, CR, CP, Transient, and List operations.

2.3 Basic Test Functions

2.4 Transient Operation

Describes how to perform dynamic load testing by switching between levels.

2.5 List Operation

Explains programming sequences of steps for automated testing.

2.6 Battery Discharge Operation

2.7 Short Circuit Operation

2.9 Input Control

2.14 Protection Function

Details the various built-in protection features like OV, OC, OP, OT, RV.

2.12 Reading Remote Programming Errors

Chapter 4 Local Operation

4.1 Local Control

Explains how to operate the load directly from the front panel.

4.3 Connecting to the Power Supply

4.5 Basic Operation

Step-by-step guide for performing basic tests in CC, CV, CR, and CP modes.

4.6 Short Circuit Operation

4.7 Transient Operation

How to perform transient load tests locally, covering continuous, pulsed, and toggled modes.

4.8 List Operation

Instructions for programming and executing sequences of test steps.

4.9 Battery Discharge Operation

4.13 Triggered Operation

Chapter 5 Remote Programming Operation

5.1 Communication Interface

Explains how to connect and configure RS232, USB, and GPIB interfaces.

5.6 Remote Programming Commands

Introduction to SCPI commands for controlling the load remotely.