BK Precision 8500B Series User Manual

EC Declaration of Conformity for EMC, listing relevant EU directives.

Definitions for measurement categories (CAT II, III, IV) and pollution degrees.

Guidelines for handling the product at the end of its life, including WEEE directive compliance.

Explains common terms like CAUTION, WARNING, and NOTICE statements.

Essential precautions before applying power and general operational safety guidelines.

Safety requirements related to electrical power, category ratings, and accessories.

Instructions on how to properly ground the instrument for shock hazard prevention.

Specifies suitable environmental conditions for instrument operation and warnings.

Actions to take if the instrument is damaged, including service and notification.

Instructions on proper cleaning methods and materials for the instrument.

Warnings and procedures for avoiding contact with live circuits during operation and servicing.

General safety rules, including avoiding ventilation openings and life-support use.

Guidelines for servicing, part replacement, and fuse replacement safety.

Recommendations for maintaining safe operation, such as avoiding obstructions and not pulling by cords.

Introduces the 8500B Series DC Electronic Loads and their applications.

Lists the key features and capabilities of the 8500B Series DC Electronic Loads.

Details the items included in the shipping carton for the instrument.

A notice to verify all items are included in the shipping container and contact B&K Precision if missing.

Provides physical dimensions and weight for the 8500B Series models in rackmount configurations.

Instructions for installing the instrument in a standard 19-inch rackmount.

Identifies and describes the components on the front panel of the instrument.

Explains how to use combination key presses for advanced functions.

Identifies and describes the connectors and features on the rear panel.

Explains the various indicators and readouts on the instrument's display.

Details AC input power requirements, voltage selection, and power cord safety.

Instructions for locating, removing, and replacing the AC input fuse safely.

Guidance on proper wiring, lugs, and factors for load wiring.

Information on selecting wire gauges based on current carrying capacity for safe operation.

Methods to minimize noise and impedance effects in load wiring.

Explains the local and remote sense functions and how to configure them.

Steps to verify the power supply and load operation before use.

Notice providing guidance on troubleshooting if the load is not drawing power.

Overview of front panel keys and their basic functions.

Details the six function keys (CC, CV, CW, CR, Enter, On/Off) and their uses.

Explains the use of numeric keypad for input and the ESC key for menu navigation.

Describes the navigation keys for menu traversal and parameter adjustment.

Introduces the five static load modes: CC, CV, CR, CW, and Short.

Explains how to configure the voltage, current, resistance, and power ranges for static modes.

Details how to set the slew rate (rise/fall time) for CC mode and transient operations.

Explains the Constant Current (CC) mode and its configurable parameters.

Explains the Constant Voltage (CV) mode and its configurable parameters.

Explains the Constant Resistance (CR) mode and its configurable parameters.

Explains the Constant Power (CW) mode and its configurable parameters.

Describes how to simulate a short circuit and its behavior in different modes.

Introduces the transient testing modes: Continuous, Pulse, and Toggle.

Explains the continuous transient mode, frequency, and duty cycle.

Step-by-step guide to configure and run continuous transient operation.

Explains the pulse transient mode, pulse width, and A/B levels.

Step-by-step guide to configure and run pulse transient operation.

Explains the toggle transient mode and how it switches between levels.

Step-by-step guide to configure and run toggle transient operation.

Introduces List mode for generating complex sequences with precise timing.

Detailed steps for setting up, creating, and editing list files.

Steps to run a previously saved list file.

Explains battery test function and steps to configure battery test profiles.

Steps to run a previously saved battery test profile.

Introduces Program Test for creating sequences of tests with pass/fail indication.

Steps to configure program test files, including activating steps, pauses, and short circuits.

Details on setting parameters for each step in a program test, including time and values.

Steps to execute a configured program test.

Explains OCP test process and steps to configure OCP test profiles.

Details on setting END value, OCP VOLT, and MAX/MIN TRIP values for OCP tests.

Steps to execute a configured OCP test.

Explains OPP test process and steps to configure OPP test profiles.

Details on setting STEP DEL, END value, OPP VOLT, and MAX/MIN TRIP values for OPP tests.

Steps to execute a configured OPP test.

Explains the current monitor output and its relationship to current.

Introduces LED Test mode and steps to configure it.

Guide on how to navigate through the instrument's system menu.

Customizes startup behavior, allowing saved configurations or defaults.

Allows enabling or disabling the key press beep sound.

Configures auto-save behavior when using the rotary knob for parameter adjustment.

Settings for trigger sources: Manual, External, BUS, and HOLD.

Explains how to store and recall up to 100 settings organized into storage groups.

Features an internal timer to monitor input duration and display settings.

Configures the RS 232 interface settings, including supported baud rates.

Configures protocols for remote control (FRAME, SCPI).

Sets the instrument's communication address for successful remote communication.

Sets the instrument's operation mode from available options like NORMAL, PROG TEST.

Resets all instrument settings to their factory default values.

Guide on how to navigate and use the configuration menu.

Details protection settings (OPP, OCP, OVP, OTP) to prevent damage to the load or source.

Limits maximum power dissipation by setting a power threshold.

Limits maximum current flow, shuts down to prevent damage.

Constrains maximum power dissipation to prevent damage.

Sets a precise duration or time limit for load operation.

Customizes voltage measurement parameters like range, filter, and thresholds.

Enables/disables the sense function (Local/Remote).

Safeguards system by preventing power application until supply voltage reaches threshold.

Resets all configuration menu parameters to factory defaults.

Details input ratings and specifications for CV, CC, CR, CW, and Transient modes.

Covers readback, protection ranges, general specs, and accessories.

Procedures for obtaining warranty service, including RMA process and return address.

Procedures for non-warranty service, payment, and repair charges.

Outlines the three-year warranty terms, exclusions, and limitations of liability.