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Chroma 63800 Series User Manual

Chroma 63800 Series
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Chroma 63800 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model63800 Series
ManufacturerChroma
TypeProgrammable AC Power Source
Output Voltage0-300V
Frequency Range45 Hz to 1 kHz
WaveformSquare
InterfaceGPIB, RS-232, USB
Voltage Accuracy0.1% + 0.1% of F.S.
Current Accuracy0.2% + 0.2% of F.S.
Frequency Accuracy0.01%
Operating ModeAC, DC, AC+DC
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model

Summary

Legal Notices

Warranty

Material Contents Declaration

Declaration of Conformity

Safety Summary

Safety Symbols

Explains various safety symbols used in the manual.

Revision History

General Information

Introduction

Introduces the manual's scope and testing standards.

Overview of Key Features

Lists the main capabilities and features of the 63800 series loads.

Description

Explains the general functions and purpose of the 63800 series loads.

The Front Panel

Describes the components and layout of the electronic load's front panel.

The Rear Panel

Details the connectors and ports found on the rear panel of the electronic load.

Installation

Introduction

Describes the installation process and considerations for the 63800 series Load.

Inspection

Outlines the procedure for inspecting the instrument after unpacking.

Installing

Provides instructions for installing the electronic load.

Preparation for Use

Details the necessary preparation before using the electronic load.

Changing Line Voltage

Explains how to adjust the line voltage setting for the electronic load.

Turn-On Self-Test

Describes the self-test procedure to perform before powering on the load.

Application Connection

Explains how to connect the electronic load for application testing.

Load Connections

Explains how to connect the electronic load for application testing.

Local Operation

Introduction

Introduces local operation of the Chroma 63800 series electronic loads.

Local/Remote Control

Explains how to switch between local and remote control modes.

Modes of Operation

Details the various operating modes available for AC and DC load simulation.

Local Operation Procedures

Guides users on operating the electronic load using the front panel keypad.

Setting the Configuration

Describes how to set up the initial configuration parameters for the electronic load.

External ON/OFF

Explains how to control load ON/OFF status using external TTL signals.

Going To Local

Describes how to return to local control mode from remote mode.

Online Change Loading

Explains how to adjust load levels in real-time using the rotary knob or cursor edit.

Load ON/OFF

Details the procedure for turning the load ON and OFF using the front panel button.

Crest Factor and Power Factor Relationship

Explains the correlation between Crest Factor and Power Factor in load operation.

Ip(max) and ABA Mode Settings

Describes setting the maximum current limit and enabling automatic bandwidth adjustment.

Lock Mode

Explains how to lock the keypad and rotary knob to prevent accidental changes.

AC Load Simulation

Introduces AC load simulation functions including constant and rectified load modes.

Constant Current Mode

Details how to set up and operate the AC load in Constant Current mode.

Constant Resistance Mode

Explains how to configure and use the AC load in Constant Resistance mode.

Constant Power Mode

Guides on setting up and operating the AC load in Constant Power mode.

Rectified Load Mode

Covers AC load simulation using Rectified Load modes: RLC, CP, and Inrush Current.

AC Load Simulation -- Timing Mode

Explains how to use timing mode for CC, CR, CP, CV, and Rectified modes under AC.

CC Mode

Details setting up CC mode within the timing mode for AC load simulation.

CR Mode

Explains setting up CR mode within the timing mode for AC load simulation.

CP Mode

Details setting up CP mode within the timing mode for AC load simulation.

Rectified Load Mode

Explains setting up Rectified Load modes (RLC, CP) within the timing mode.

Setting Timing Mode Values for Transfer Time

Guides on setting values for transfer time measurement in timing mode.

DC Load Simulation

Introduces the five operating modes for DC load simulation.

Constant Current Mode

Details setting up and operating the DC load in Constant Current mode.

Constant Resistance Mode

Explains how to configure and use the DC load in Constant Resistance mode.

Constant Voltage Mode

Guides on setting up and operating the DC load in Constant Voltage mode.

Constant Power Mode

Describes setting up and operating the DC load in Constant Power mode.

Rectified Load Mode

Covers DC load simulation using Rectified Load modes (RLC, CP, Inrush).

Measurements

AC Load Simulation

Describes measurement parameters for AC load simulation modes.

Constant Current Mode

Lists measured values for AC Constant Current mode.

Constant Resistance Mode

Lists measured values for AC Constant Resistance mode.

Constant Power Mode

Lists measured values for AC Constant Power mode.

Rectified Load Mode

Lists measured values for AC Rectified Load modes.

DC Load Simulation

Introduces measurement values for DC load simulation modes.

Constant Current Mode

Lists measured values for DC Constant Current mode.

Constant Resistance Mode

Lists measured values for DC Constant Resistance mode.

Constant Voltage Mode

Lists measured values for DC Constant Voltage mode.

Constant Power Mode

Lists measured values for DC Constant Power mode.

Rectified Load Mode

Lists measured values for DC Rectified Load mode.

Protection Features

Over Voltage Protection (OVP)

Explains the Over Voltage Protection feature and its parameters.

Over Current Protection (OCP)

Details the Over Current Protection feature and its set current.

Over Power Protection (OPP)

Describes the Over Power Protection feature and its protection level.

Over Temperature Protection (OTP)

Explains the Over Temperature Protection circuit and its function.

Fan Fail

Details the Fan Fail protection circuit and its behavior.

Out of Frequency Range (FREQ ERR)

Describes the frequency out-of-range error and its indication.

Under Operating Voltage Protection (UVP)

Explains the Under Operating Voltage Protection and how to recover.

Load Fail (LDF)

Lists conditions for Load Fail warning and recovery procedures.

Transient Over Pressure Protection(OVPP)

Details the Transient Over Pressure Protection and its setting point.

Power Fail (PWRFAIL)

Explains the Power Fail protection function and checks for warnings.

Theory of Operation

General

Provides a general overview of the AC load's system components.

Description of Overall System

Illustrates and describes the overall system architecture of the AC load.

Troubleshooting

General

Provides general troubleshooting advice for the AC/DC load.

Troubleshooting

Lists common operating problems and their suggested corrective actions.

Remote Operation

General Information

Introduces remote control capabilities via GPIB and RS-232C interfaces.

Setting the GPIB Address and RS-232C Parameters

Explains how to configure GPIB address and RS-232C parameters.

Wire Connection of RS-232C

Details the pinout and signals for the RS-232C connector.

The GPIB Capability of the AC Load

Describes the capabilities and interface functions of the GPIB interface.

Introduction to Programming

Covers conventions, data formats, and basic definitions for programming the load.

Conventions

Explains symbols and notations used in SCPI commands.

Numerical Data Formats

Describes the formats for numerical data in SCPI commands.

Boolean Data Format

Specifies the format for Boolean parameters in SCPI commands.

Character Data Format

Details the format for character strings returned by query commands.

Basic Definition

Defines key terms like Command Tree, Program Headers, and Program Messages.

Command Tree Table

Explains the hierarchical structure of SCPI commands.

Program Headers

Defines program headers as keywords identifying SCPI commands.

Common Command and Query Headers

Explains syntax for common commands defined in IEEE 488.2.

Instrument-Controlled Headers

Describes headers specific to instrument commands, with short/long forms.

Program Header Separator (:)

Explains the use of colons to separate SCPI command headers.

Program Message

Defines a program message as a sequence of program message units.

Program Message Unit

Defines a program message unit as a single command, data, or query.

Program Message Unit Separator (;)

Explains the use of semicolons to separate program message units.

Program Message Terminator (<PMT>)

Defines terminators for the end of a program message.

Traversal of the Command Tree

Explains how to navigate the hierarchical command structure.

Execution Order

Describes the order in which program messages are executed.

SCPI Command Reference

Provides a reference for SCPI commands used with the electronic load.

Common Command Dictionary

Lists common SCPI commands alphabetically with their descriptions.

Measurement Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for measuring various electrical parameters.

Current Measurement

Lists SCPI commands for measuring current and its related parameters.

Frequency Measurement

Lists SCPI commands for measuring output frequency.

Power Measurement

Lists SCPI commands for measuring power (real, apparent, reactive).

Resistance Measurement

Lists SCPI commands for measuring resistance.

Voltage Measurement

Lists SCPI commands for measuring voltage parameters.

Time Measurement

Lists SCPI commands for measuring time-related parameters.

RLC Measurement

Lists SCPI commands for RLC measurements and settings.

LOAD Subsystem

Covers SCPI commands for controlling load operation (ON/OFF, modes, protection).

Current Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for setting and querying current parameters.

Power Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for setting and querying power parameters.

Resistance Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for setting and querying resistance parameters.

Voltage Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for setting and querying voltage parameters.

Crest Factor Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for setting and querying crest factor.

Power Factor Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for setting and querying power factor.

RLC Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for RLC measurements and settings.

Inrush Current Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for Inrush Current settings.

DC Rectified Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for DC Rectified mode settings.

Time Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for timing mode settings.

System Subsystem

Covers SCPI commands for system configuration and communication settings.

Recall Default Subsystem

Details SCPI commands to recall default settings.

Remote Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for remote communication settings (GPIB, Serial).

Setup Subsystem

Details SCPI commands for AC/DC mode and CF/PF settings.

Parallel Subsystem

Covers SCPI commands related to parallel operation status.

PHASE Subsystem

Covers SCPI commands for phase selection in parallel mode.

Status Reporting

Introduction

Introduces the status data structure of the Chroma 63800 series electronic load.

Register Information in Common

Explains common register types like Condition and Enable registers.

Status Registers

Details the Questionable and Operation Status registers and their bit descriptions.

Status Subsystem Commands

Lists SCPI commands for querying status registers.

Output Queue

Describes the function of the Output Queue for storing messages.

Standard Event Status

Explains the Standard Event Status register and its applicable standard events.

Status Byte Register

Summarizes status events from all registers in the Status Byte register.

Service Request Enable Register

Explains programming the Service Request Enable register.

Verification

Introduction

Introduces test procedures for Chroma 63800 series AC/DC Electronic Load verification.

Equipment Requirement

Lists the required equipment for performing verification tests.

Test Environment Setup

Describes the wiring and setup for performing AC and DC performance tests.

AC Performance Test

Details AC performance testing procedures and specifications.

I monitor & CF Measurement Verification

Verifies current monitoring and Crest Factor measurement in AC mode.

CC Mode Setting & Measurement Verification

Verifies CC mode settings and measurements using PF/CF BOTH mode.

CR Mode Setting Verification

Verifies CR mode settings and measurements in AC source.

CP Mode Setting Verification

Verifies CP mode settings and measurements using PF only mode.

THD Measurement Verification

Verifies Total Harmonic Distortion measurement in AC mode.

V monitor, Voltage Measurement Verification

Verifies V monitor and voltage measurement in AC mode.

DC Performance Test

Details DC performance testing procedures and specifications.

I monitor Measurement Verification

Verifies current monitoring in DC mode.

CC Mode Operation & Measurement Verification

Verifies CC mode settings and measurements in DC mode.

CR Mode Operation Verification

Verifies CR mode settings and measurements in DC mode.

CP Mode Operation Verification

Verifies CP mode settings and measurements in DC mode.

CV Mode Operation Verification

Verifies CV mode settings and measurements in DC mode.

V_Monitor, Voltage Measurement Verification

Verifies V_Monitor and voltage measurement in DC mode.

Appendix A: RS-232C Connection

Appendix A: RS-232C Connection

Details the pin assignment and connection for the RS-232C interface.

Appendix B: Pin Assignment of TTL I/O Signals

Appendix B: Pin Assignment of TTL I/O Signals

Describes the pin assignments for TTL I/O signals and their functions.

Appendix C: Notice

Appendix C: Notice

Provides important notices and recommendations for specific operating modes like CC, CP, and RLC.

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