Chroma 6430 User Manual

Programmable AC Source
6430/6420/6415
User’s Manual
Version 1.4
June 2008
P/N A11 000054

Chroma 6430 Specifications

General

Current	30A
Frequency	50/60 Hz
Outlets	6
Circuit Breaker	Yes
Remote Monitoring	Yes
Voltage	100-240 VAC
Interface	RS-232, USB, Ethernet

Summary

Legal Notices

Warranty

Material Contents Declaration

CE-Conformity Declaration

SAFETY SUMMARY

SAFETY SYMBOLS

Revision History

1. An Overview of the Products

1.1 Introduction and Features

Overview of Chroma 6400 series AC sources, their efficiency, and key configuration/I/O features.

1.3 Specifications

Details operational specifications for models 6404, 6408, 6415, 6420, and 6430.

1.4 Operational Panels

Describes the front panel layout and controls of the AC source.

2. Installation

2.1 Inspection and Preparation

Instructions for inspecting the instrument and preparing it for use, including input power requirements.

2.4 Output and Remote Sense Connections

Explains how to connect output to the load and use remote sense for voltage regulation.

2.6 Power-on Procedures

Steps to power on the instrument and what to expect during self-test.

2.7 I/O Connectors

Describes optional GPIB, RS-232C, and TTL I/O connectors.

3. Local Operation

3.2 Setup

Covers initial configuration settings like GPIB address, RS-232C, OVP, sound, and system test.

3.3 Output Setting and Execution

Details how to set output parameters like current limit, range, voltage, and frequency.

3.7 Measurement

Explains how to measure V, F, I, P, PF, and CF, including selecting items and functions.

3.9 Protection

Details protection features like UVP, OCP, OPP, OTP, FAN, and OPEN.

4. Theories of Operation

4.1 General Information & System Description

Overview of components, system architecture, signal flow, and key boards.

4.3-4.6 Component Functions

Details AC/DC converters, DC/DC converter, DC/AC inverter, and CPU functions.

4.7-4.10 Measurement and Interfaces

Explains measurement circuits, sine wave generator, interfaces, and remote control.

5. Self-Test and Troubleshooting

5.2 Self-Test Routine

Explains the built-in test/adjustment program and warnings.

5.3 Troubleshooting

Provides a table of common problems, reasons, and solutions.

6. Remote Operation

6.1 General Information & GPIB Capabilities

Explains remote control via GPIB/RS-232C and GPIB capabilities.

6.3 Programming Fundamentals

Covers programming conventions, data formats (numeric, boolean, character), and basic definitions.

6.5 Command Reference

Provides a command tree table and detailed dictionary of commands for controlling the AC source.

6.7 Status Reporting

Explains status data structure, registers (Questionable, Standard Event, Status Byte), and reporting.

6.8 Error Messages

Lists common error codes, their descriptions, and explanations for troubleshooting.

Appendix A TTL I/O Pin Assignment

TTL I/O Connector Pinout

Details the pin assignments for the 9-pin D-type female connector for TTL I/O.