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General| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage | 100 – 240 V AC |
| Input Frequency | 47-63Hz |
| Efficiency | 85% |
| Protection Features | Over voltage, over current, short circuit |
Overview of the F6000 User Guide's organization and conventions.
Explains font conventions and definitions for ProTesT software and instrument interfaces.
Defines icons and explains their meanings for safe operation and instrument care.
Provides critical safety guidelines for operating the F6150 instrument.
Details the internal components of the F6000 Instrument, including boards and fans.
Describes ProTesT as a software system for protective relay testing and equipment maintenance.
Explains the F6000 Control Panel's function for manual operation and test configuration.
Lists and describes optional features for the F6000 Instrument, like GPS and Panel Enable.
Lists and describes the various ports and features found on the F6000 Instrument's front panel.
Details AC/DC voltage and current source outputs and the instrument display functionality.
Explains the convertible and dedicated voltage/current sources and their configurations.
Describes the battery simulator's capability to power digital relays with DC output.
Lists other functions on the front panel, including communications and logic I/O.
Explains serial and Ethernet connectivity requirements and setup for instrument communication.
Details the function and configuration of eight logic outputs and eight logic inputs.
Describes DC meter input terminals (for future use) and the power connection.
Provides step-by-step instructions for unpacking, connecting, and powering up the F6000 Instrument.
Guides users on configuring ProTesT software for communication with the F6000 Instrument.
Explains how to establish and verify communication settings via serial or Ethernet connections.
Details how to configure the F6000's voltage and current sources using the ProTesT Configuration display.
Outlines available pre-set configurations for sources and how to apply them.
Explains how to open and use the F6000 Control Panel for test setup and operation.
Explains the seven-column source table for setting amplitude, phase, frequency, and enable/on states.
Details how to use Ramp/Set sources for varying values, including mode, rate, and source selection.
Explains how to change amplitude, phase, or frequency using control arrows and selection fields.
Describes Ramp and Set modes for continuous or discrete value changes and step/rate values.
Explains how to save and load source table settings for later use or testing.
Describes the polar coordinate phasor diagram for visualizing source amplitude and phase angles.
Explains how range settings determine the scale of the phasor diagram and source amplitude limits.
Details the Fault Rotate feature for rotating faults between phases without rewiring.
Explains how to move multiple phasors simultaneously for relative adjustments.
Guides on setting up logic inputs, outputs, and timers through dedicated tabs in the Settings display.
Details configuration for eight logic inputs, including type, sense condition, AutoSensE, and threshold.
Explains how to set the default contact status (normally open/closed) for the eight logic outputs.
Guides on defining start and stop conditions for timers using source or trigger inputs.
Explains using the Notes tab to document test setups, procedures, or settings.
Describes timer sections, status lights (Reset, Running, Stopped), and control buttons.
Explains the status indicators for logic outputs and inputs and their mapping to sources.
Details how to use the Control Panel to turn the battery simulator on/off and set voltage.
Instructions on saving current Control Panel setups to .f6x files for later recall.
Summarizes the Control Panel's capabilities for relay testing, including ramp values, phasor diagrams, and timers.
Step-by-step guide to performing a pickup test on an instantaneous overcurrent relay.
Instructions for conducting a time test, including setting phase angles and using timers.
Explains how to use the Fault Rotate feature to simulate three-phase faults on a relay.
Details how to perform a reach test, applying an AB fault to a distance relay.
Provides diagnostic flow charts to help identify and isolate problems in F6150 operations.
Offers external checks and basic steps to isolate problems before removing the instrument cover.
Explains the status LEDs on various circuit boards (Amplifier, CPU, Analog I/O, Power Supply).
Lists procedures for checking power supply, logic I/O, amplifier boards, battery simulator, and cooling fans.
Provides steps to diagnose and fix issues with communication between the PC and the F6150.
Categorizes errors into Hardware, Source, and System errors for easier diagnosis.
Details specific hardware error messages, their descriptions, and recommended actions.
Explains common source errors, their causes, and troubleshooting steps in ProTesT.
Describes system error messages, their causes, and solutions for instrument components.
Outlines initial steps and safety precautions before replacing instrument components.
Provides instructions and diagrams for safely removing the instrument's outer cover.
Guides on powering up and performing visual checks, including LED status on amplifier boards.
Detailed steps for removing and replacing the instrument's front panel assembly.
Instructions for removing and replacing the communications board.
Lists circuit boards by slot number and provides general procedures for replacement.
Step-by-step guide for removing and replacing the battery simulator component.
Procedures for identifying and replacing faulty cooling fans within the instrument.
Steps to confirm that a component replacement has resolved the issue.
Lists field replaceable components and their corresponding part numbers for the F6150.
Essential guidelines for ensuring safe operation and preventing hazards with the F6150.
Instructions for cleaning the instrument's exterior covers and panels safely.
Provides contact information and preliminary steps for obtaining assistance from Doble Customer Service.
Guidance on properly packing the F6150 for return shipment to prevent damage.
Explains the Flash Loader for installing revised firmware on the F6000 Instrument.
Step-by-step process for updating F6000 firmware using the Flash Loader utility.
Guides on setting or changing serial and Ethernet communication parameters for firmware updates.
Describes the Key Code Update utility for installing F6000 options via software keys.
Details how to connect the control PC to the F6150 using Ethernet and 50-ohm terminators.
Steps to configure Windows network settings, including TCP/IP properties for communication.
Instructions for setting or changing the F6000 Instrument's IP address for Ethernet communication.
Explains the capabilities and configurations of the F6150's convertible V/I sources.
Details the configurations and ranges available for the F6000's dedicated current sources.
Outlines rules for source naming, paralleling, and combining sources for optimal configurations.
Explains compliance voltage calculation and provides tables for range settings and combinations.
Illustrates various pre-set configurations for voltage and current sources, showing terminal layouts.
Explains GPS synchronization for precise timing between multiple F6000 Instruments for end-to-end testing.
Details the required equipment and steps for setting up the GPS system for synchronization.
Guides on performing end-to-end tests using ProTesT macros and GPS synchronization.
Explains how the F6150 builds waveforms at a 10 kHz sample rate and the effects of time rounding.
Defines ambient accuracy, test setup conditions, and required test equipment for calibration.
Procedures for measuring amplitude and THD on various current and voltage sources.
Outlines procedures for performing phase shift tests on current and voltage sources.
Provides detailed specifications for convertible sources, including source configurations and ranges.
Lists specifications for current sources, including configurations, ranges, and resolutions.
Covers source operation, ESD immunity, surge capability, AC accuracy, distortion, and noise levels.
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