KEPCO ATE 1/4 RACK User Manual

MODEL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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ATE 1/4 RACK
POWER SUPPLY
AUTOMATIC TEST EQUIPMENT
ATE 1/4 RACK
POWER SUPPLY
NOTE This on-line version of the Technical
Manual includes only installation and
operating instructions. For the complete
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KEPCO ATE 1/4 RACK Specifications

General

Brand	KEPCO
Model	ATE 1/4 RACK
Category	Power Supply
Language	English

Summary

SECTION I INTRODUCTION

Scope of Manual

Describes the manual's purpose, scope, and the product series covered.

General Description

Provides an overview of the ATE power supply features, performance, and design.

Electrical Specifications

Details input voltage, output ratings, impedance characteristics, and performance effects.

Output Effects, Offsets, and Ripple Specifications

Details performance variations, offsets, and noise specifications for various operating modes.

Dynamic Specifications

Covers voltage/current recovery times and programming speed characteristics.

Miscellaneous Features

Describes control, programming, mode flags, error sensing, and reference supplies.

Mechanical Specifications and Accessories

Refers to outline drawings and lists available optional accessories for rack mounting.

SECTION II INSTALLATION

Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for initial checks and damage assessment after unpacking.

Terminations

Identifies front panel, rear, and internal connection points for wiring.

AC Input Requirements

Details how to connect the power supply to various AC source voltages.

Cooling

Specifies airflow and ventilation requirements for proper operation.

Preliminary Check-Out

Steps to verify basic functionality after unpacking and before installation.

Grounding

Guidelines for safety and signal grounding connections to ensure proper operation.

Fast Mode Conversion

Procedures to switch between slow and fast operating modes via jumper settings.

SECTION III OPERATION

General Operating Principles

Basic rules for interconnecting equipment to ensure optimum performance.

Safety and Output Grounding

Emphasizes grounding for user safety and proper output circuit grounding.

Load Connection Methods

Covers load wire selection and various connection techniques (local/remote sensing).

Front Panel Operation

How to control voltage and current using the front panel controls.

Overvoltage Crowbar Control

Setup, check, remote control, and automatic tracking of the protection circuit.

Voltage and Current Programming

Methods for remotely controlling output voltage and current using external signals.

Simultaneous Voltage and Current Programming

Controlling both voltage and current output simultaneously with external signals.

Extended Control Applications

Utilizing the Ext. Current Amp for feedback and examples like illumination control.

MULTIPLE POWER SUPPLY AND SYSTEMS OPERATION

System Operation Overview

General concepts for multi-unit setups and fault detection.

Series Connection

How to connect units in series for higher voltage, including procedures and 6V specifics.

Parallel Connection

Overview of parallel connection methods, including automatic and Master/Slave.

REDUNDANT PARALLEL OPERATION

Redundant Parallel Operation

Overview and procedure for redundant parallel setup to ensure uninterrupted load current.

PROGRAMMING WITH REFERENCE TO THE NEGATIVE POWER SUPPLY OUTPUT

Negative Output Reference Programming

Using the negative output side of the power supply as a reference for programming.

APPLICATION OF THE ISOLATED FLAG SIGNALS

Isolated Flag Signals Application

Using opto-isolated flag signals for status indication of mode and crowbar events.