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Keysight N6700C Series User Manual

Keysight N6700C Series
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Keysight Series N6700C
Low-Profile Modular
Power System
Operating and
Service Guide
Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 - TestEquipmentDepot.com

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Keysight N6700C Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model SeriesN6700C Series
Number of Slots4
Transient Response Time< 50 μs
Power Rating300 W
Maximum Power300 W
Number of OutputsUp to 4 (module dependent)
DC VoltageUp to 100 V (module dependent)
DC CurrentUp to 50 A (module dependent)
Programming InterfaceGPIB, LAN, USB
Current Programming Accuracy0.05% + 5 mA
Voltage Measurement Accuracy0.05% + 10 mV
Data Logging RateUp to 50, 000 readings/second
DisplayColor graphical display

Summary

Legal and Safety Information

Legal Notices

Provides legal notices, copyright, edition, and warranty information for the product.

Safety Notices

Outlines general safety precautions and specific warnings for operating the instrument.

2 Installation

Review Safety Information

Emphasizes the importance of reviewing safety warnings before installation or operation.

Installing the Mainframe

Details the procedures for installing the mainframe, including module installation and rack mounting.

Module Installation

Explains how to install power modules and filler modules into the mainframe.

Rack Mounting

Provides instructions for mounting the mainframe in a 19-inch EIA rack cabinet.

Connecting the Power Cord

Explains how to connect the power cord, including safety precautions and ferrite core installation.

Connecting the Outputs

Guides on connecting outputs, including output wiring, wire sizing, and specific module wiring.

Output Wiring

Describes how to properly connect wires and straps to the terminal blocks for output wiring.

Remote Sense Connections

Explains how to connect for remote sensing to improve voltage regulation at the load.

Wiring

Details the wiring procedure for remote sensing, emphasizing short wire pairs and separation from load leads.

Parallel and Series Connections

Describes how to connect multiple outputs in parallel or series for increased current or voltage capability.

Parallel Connections

Explains how to connect power supplies in parallel for greater current capability.

Series Connections

Details how to connect outputs in series for greater voltage capability.

3 Getting Started

Using the Front Panel

Guides on turning on the unit, using front panel controls, and navigating menus.

Turn the Unit On

Explains the procedure for powering on the instrument and the self-test process.

Enable the Output

Guides on enabling the output using the On/Off key and interpreting status indicators.

Use the Front Panel Menu

Explains how to navigate the front panel command menu to access instrument functions.

Set the Over-Voltage Protection

Demonstrates how to navigate the menu to program the over-voltage protection function.

Remote Interface Configuration

Explains how to configure the remote interfaces: GPIB, USB, and LAN.

LAN Configuration

Describes primary LAN configuration functions via front panel menus, including saving changes and DHCP.

Modifying the LAN Settings

Guides on manually configuring LAN settings such as IP address, hostname, DNS, and WINS.

Using the Web Interface

Guides on controlling the instrument directly from a web browser over LAN.

Securing the Interfaces

Explains how to enable or disable the USB, GPIB, and LAN interfaces from the front panel.

4 Operating the Power System

Programming the Output

Covers essential steps for programming the output, including setting voltage, current, and enabling the output.

Select a Channel View

Explains how to toggle between single-channel and multiple-channel views using the Meter key.

Select an Output Channel

Details how to select an output channel for programming using the Channel key.

Set the Output Voltage

Describes methods for setting the output voltage using navigation keys or the Voltage key.

Set the Output Current

Explains how to set the output current using navigation keys or the Current key.

Set the Output Resistance

Details how to program the output resistance, primarily for battery testing applications.

Set the Output Power

Explains how to program the input power limit for N679xA load modules.

Enable the Output

Guides on enabling the output using the On/Off key and configuring the key's behavior.

Programming Output Lists

Covers programming output sequences of current, voltage, power, or resistance settings.

Output Lists

Explains list control for generating complex output sequences with precise timing.

Generating Arbitrary Waveforms

Explains how the arbitrary waveform generator can modulate output for DC bias or waveform generation.

Arbitrary Waveform Description

Describes waveform generation with variable dwell periods and point assignments.

Making Measurements

Covers how to make basic DC measurements and select measurement ranges.

Basic DC Measurements

Explains how output voltage and current are measured by sampling and averaging.

Using the Protection Functions

Details how to use various protection functions like Over-Voltage and Over-Current protection.

Set the Over-Voltage Protection

Guides on setting the over-voltage protection level and its tracking function.

Set the Over-Current Protection

Explains how to enable and program the over-current protection delay.

Clear Output Protection

Guides on clearing latched protection status and restoring normal operation.

Self-test

Explains the power-on self-test and how to initiate it manually.

Password Protection

Guides on password-protecting Admin menu functions for security.

Mainframe Power Allocation

Details how power is allocated across modules and the mainframe's power ratings.

Mainframe Power Ratings

Lists the power ratings for N6700C, N6701C, and N6702C mainframes.

Mainframe Power Limit

Explains what happens when combined power exceeds mainframe rating and how power allocation limits it.

Operating Mode Tutorial

Explains the different operating modes such as Single-Quadrant, Multi-Quadrant, and Load Module operation.

Single-Quadrant Operation

Describes operating in constant voltage (CV) or constant current (CC) modes.

5 SCPI Programming Reference

Introduction to the SCPI Language

Provides fundamental information about the SCPI language, including command types and syntax.

Command Types

Explains SCPI command types: common and subsystem commands.

Status Tutorial

Provides a detailed description of the individual registers and register groups for instrument status monitoring.

Reset State (*RST)

Details the parameters that are set to indicated values at power-on or after *RST.

SCPI Error Messages

Lists and explains SCPI error messages, including device-dependent and command errors.

6 Verification and Calibration

Test Equipment and Setups

Lists required test equipment and recommended models for verification and adjustment procedures.

Equipment Required

Details the specific instruments and their requirements for performance verification.

Performance Verification

Outlines procedures to verify that the system operates normally and meets published specifications.

Verification Description

Explains the purpose of verification procedures and types of tests available.

Verification Test Setups

Shows diagrams for verification test setups, detailing lead connections.

Constant Voltage Tests

Details tests for verifying voltage programming, readback accuracy, load effect, source effect, ripple, noise, and transient response.

Constant Current Tests

Outlines tests for verifying current programming, readback accuracy, load effect, and source effect.

Module Calibration

Explains the closed-case electronic calibration process for power modules.

Calibration Description

Describes the calibration process, correction factors, and password requirements.

Calibration Setups

Provides figures for calibration test setups and general recommendations.

7 Service and Maintenance

Firmware Update

Details the process of downloading, installing, and running the firmware update utility.

Calibration Switches

Explains the function and location of switches that control access to calibration commands.

Accessing the Calibration Switch

Provides step-by-step instructions for accessing the calibration switches.

Disassembly

Provides procedures for disassembling the instrument for troubleshooting and repair, including ESD precautions.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions

Outlines guidelines to prevent ESD damage during service operations.

Disassembly Procedures

Lists required tools and general procedures for disassembling the instrument covers.

Troubleshooting

Provides guidance on troubleshooting common issues with the instrument.

Preliminary Checkout

Outlines initial checks to perform when the instrument is inoperative or the display is not working.

Overall Troubleshooting

Presents a flowchart for troubleshooting common instrument problems.

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