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3350F Series
High power
Electronic Load
Operation manual
S/N:9003350F04 REV: I

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Prodigit 3354F Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandProdigit
Model3354F
CategoryPower Supply
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Symbols

Material Contents Declaration

Safety Summary

General Safety and Environmental Precautions

Covers general, environmental, power application, grounding, fuse, and explosive atmosphere safety aspects.

Declaration of Conformity

Chapter 1: Introduction

General Description

Describes the 3350F Series Electronic Load's purpose, operation modes, and control interfaces.

Product Features, Accessories, and Options

Product Features

Highlights the key capabilities and functionalities of the 3350F Series Electronic Load.

Included Accessories and Options

Lists the standard accessories provided and available optional interface modules.

Technical Specifications

Details the electrical and physical specifications, including AC input, power, dimensions, and weight.

Chapter 2: Installation

Initial Inspection and Line Voltage Setup

Covers initial inspection, checking line voltage, and setting the appropriate voltage for operation.

Fuse Exchange Procedure

Installation Requirements and Precautions

Grounding, Feet, and Rack Mount

Details grounding requirements, adjusting feet for stability, and rack mounting guidelines.

Environmental Requirements and Electrical Symbols

Specifies operating environment and lists important electrical safety symbols.

Cleaning, Power Up, and Input Connections

Cleaning and Power Up Procedure

Instructions for cleaning the unit and the steps for powering it up correctly.

Load Input Terminal Connection

Describes the procedure for connecting wires to the load input terminal on the rear panel.

RS-232 and USB Connection Options

RS-232C Connection

Details connecting the unit via RS-232C interface to a computer.

USB Connection

Explains how to connect the 3350F mainframe using a USB interface.

LAN and GPIB/RS232 Connectivity

LAN Connection Option

Provides instructions for connecting the unit via the LAN interface.

GPIB and RS232 Combined Connection

Describes the simultaneous use of GPIB and RS-232 interfaces and their limitations.

Analog Programming and Slew Rate Settings

Analog Programming Terminal Input

Explains how to use analog signals for programming load current in CC and CP modes.

Load Current Slew Rate Setting

Details how to set rise and fall slew rates for controlled current transitions.

Emergency Stop, Alarm, and Load Wire Inductance

Emergency Stop and Alarm Signals

Describes the emergency stop input and alarm output signals for safety.

Load Wire Inductance Effects

Explains how load wire inductance can affect operation and cause voltage drops.

Chapter 3: Operation

Front Panel Description (Part 1)

Identifies and explains the components and controls on the front panel of the 3350F.

Operating Instructions Overview

Model and Specification Indicators

Indicates the model number and specifications displayed on the unit.

NG Indicator and Operating Modes

Explains the NG indicator, and the four operating modes: CC, CR, CV, CP.

Remote Operation Indicator

Describes the REMOTE LCD indicator and how to switch between remote and local control.

Front Panel LCD Display Functions

Left and Middle 5-Digit LCD Displays

Explains the functions of the left and middle LCDs in normal and test modes.

Right 5-Digit LCD Display Functions

Preset and Limit Setting Displays

Details how the right display shows preset values and limit settings in different modes.

Dynamic (DYN) Setting Display

Explains how the right display shows dynamic waveform parameters like time and slew rate.

Test Mode Configuration (CONFIG, SHORT, OPP, OCP)

CONFIG Settings (SENSE, LDon, LDoff, POLAR)

Describes how to configure sense, load ON/OFF voltages, and polarity.

SHORT, OPP, and OCP Test Setup

Details the setup parameters for Short, Over Power, and Over Current Protection tests.

Front Panel Controls: Mode, Load, and DYN

Operating Mode Indicators (CC, CR, CV, CP)

Explains the indicators for the four operating modes.

LOAD Key and DYN Key Operations

Details the function of the LOAD key for ON/OFF and the DYN key for dynamic operation.

Front Panel Controls: RANGE and LEVEL

RANGE Key Functionality

Explains the RANGE key for setting resolution and forcing range II.

LEVEL Key for Setting High/Low Values

Describes using the LEVEL key to set high and low load values for static and dynamic modes.

Front Panel Control: PRESET Key

PRESET Mode and Value Settings

Explains how the PRESET key accesses modes for setting current, resistance, voltage, or power.

Front Panel Control: LIMIT Key

LIMIT Key for Threshold Settings

Details how the LIMIT key sets upper/lower thresholds for voltage, current, and power.

NG Indicator Logic and Application

NG Indicator Logic in CC Mode

Explains how the NG indicator works based on voltage limits in CC mode.

NG Indicator Logic for Various Modes

NG Logic in Dynamic, CR, and CV Modes

Describes NG indicator behavior for dynamic, Constant Resistance, and Constant Voltage modes.

Dynamic (DYN) Setting Configuration

Defining Dynamic Waveform Timings

Explains how to set high/low current levels, rise/fall times, and time high/low.

Front Panel Control: CONFIG Key

CONFIG Key for Sense and Load Control

Details using the CONFIG key to set sense function, automatic load ON/OFF, and polarity.

Front Panel Control: SHORT Key

SHORT Test Setup and Parameters

Explains how to enter and configure parameters for a SHORT circuit test.

Front Panel Control: OCP Key

OCP Test Setup and Parameters

Details setting up Over Current Protection tests, including start, step, stop current, and voltage threshold.

Front Panel Control: OPP Key

OPP Test Setup and Parameters

Explains setting up Over Power Protection tests, including start, step, stop power, and voltage threshold.

Front Panel Controls: START/STOP Key and Knob

START/STOP Key Functionality

Describes the use of the START/STOP key for initiating and halting tests.

Knob and Key Input Methods

Explains how to use the rotary knob and associated keys for value adjustment and navigation.

Input Terminals and Sense Connections

+/- DC Input Terminals

Details the positive and negative power input terminals and connection considerations.

V-sense Input Terminal Function

Explains the V-sense terminals for compensating voltage drops in load lines.

I-monitor Terminal Usage

I-monitor Terminal for Current Measurement

Describes the I-monitor terminal for measuring input current or short current.

Front Panel Description (Part 2)

REMOTE Mode and Interface Indicators

Explains the REMOTE indicator and indicators for GPIB, RS232, and USB interfaces.

Main Display and Memory Bank/State Indicators

Describes the main display, memory bank, and state indicators.

Front Panel Description (Part 3)

Auto-Sequence Control Buttons

Details the EXIT, TEST, ENTER, EDIT buttons for auto-sequence setup.

Memory and Control Buttons

Explains numbered memory buttons, LOCAL, STORE, LOAD, and INIT buttons.

Setting System Parameters

Setting GPIB Address

Instructions for setting the GPIB address using the system button.

Setting RS232 Baud Rate

Steps to set the RS232 baud rate using the system button.

System Settings and Store/Recall Operation

Buzzer ON/OFF Setting

Explains how to enable or disable the buzzer for signaling test status.

Storing and Recalling Load Setups

Details the procedure for saving and loading instrument configurations and settings.

Wake-Up Function for Automatic Recall

Using the Wake-Up Function

Describes how to use the wake-up function to recall settings at power-on.

Auto-Sequence Function: Edit Mode

Creating and Editing Auto-Sequences

Explains how to create and edit auto-sequences, including setting steps and timing.

Auto-Sequence Function: Test Mode

Executing Auto-Sequences

Describes how to run auto-sequences, interpret PASS/FAIL results, and handle NG status.

Initial Settings for Load Modules

Factory Initial Settings (3350F, 3351F)

Lists the default initial settings for the 3350F and 3351F load modules.

Initial Settings for Load Modules (Continued)

Factory Initial Settings (3352F, 3353F)

Lists the default initial settings for the 3352F and 3353F load modules.

Initial Settings for Load Modules (Continued)

Factory Initial Settings (3354F, 3356F)

Lists the default initial settings for the 3354F and 3356F load modules.

Input Binding Post and Wire Considerations

Input Connection Methods and Wire Gauge

Discusses five connection methods and recommendations for wire gauge and voltage drop.

Load Current Adjustment Knob

Course/Fine Adjustment Knob Operation

Explains how to use the knob for course and fine adjustment of load current in different modes.

Protection Features

Over Voltage, Current, Power, and Temperature Protection

Details the protection circuits for over voltage, over current, over power, and over temperature.

Reverse Polarity Protection

Explains the protection against incorrect DC source polarity and how it's indicated.

Chapter 4: Remote Control Programming Operation

Introduction to Remote Control

Overview of using a PC for remote control of the 3350F Electronic Load.

RS-232 Interface and Commands

RS-232 Interface Summary

Summarizes RS-232 protocol parameters like baud rate, parity, and data bits.

Remote Control Command Lists (Summary)

Setting and Query Command Summaries

Lists commands for setting and querying parameters like slew rates, load ON/OFF voltages.

Limit Command Summary

Provides a summary of commands for setting upper and lower limits for current, power, and voltage.

Remote Control Command Summary: Stage

Stage Command Summary

Lists commands for controlling load status, mode, preset, sense, level, and dynamic settings.

Remote Control Command Summary: System and Measure

System Command Summary

Lists system commands for recall, store, remote, local, and naming.

Measure Command Summary

Lists commands for measuring current, voltage, and power.

Auto Sequence Command List

Auto Sequence Set and Run Commands

Details commands for setting up, saving, repeating, and running auto-sequences.

Remote Control Command List 2 (Complex Format)

Complex Format Setting Commands

Lists complex format commands for setting preset values, slew rates, and test configurations.

Remote Control Command Summary: Query and Limit

Query Command Summary

Lists commands for querying preset values, TCONFIG, OCP, OPP, and STIME.

Limit Command Summary (Continued)

Details limit commands for current, power, voltage, and short current thresholds.

Remote Control Command Summary: Stage and System

Stage Command Summary (Continued)

Lists stage commands for load status, mode, short test, preset, sense, level, dynamic, error, NG, and protection.

System Command Summary (Continued)

Lists system commands for recall, store, remote, local, and naming.

Remote Control Commands: Protection, CCR, and Control

Protection Status Query and Clearing

Describes querying protection status and clearing error registers.

CCR, NGENABLE, POLAR, START, STOP Commands

Details commands for range setting, GO/NG enable, polarity display, and test start/stop.

System Commands: Recall, Store, Remote, Local, Name

Recall and Store System Status

Details commands for recalling and storing the instrument's status and configuration.

Remote, Local, and Name Commands

Explains commands for controlling remote status and reading the model number.

System Commands: NAME, REMOTE, LOCAL

NAME Command for Model Identification

Details the NAME command to read the model number of the load.

REMOTE and LOCAL Commands for RS232

Explains commands for controlling RS232 remote status and finishing RS232 communication.

Measure Commands: Current, Voltage, Power

Measure Current Command

Details the command to read the actual current loading of the unit.

Measure Voltage and Power Commands

Describes commands to read the voltage and power loading of the unit.

Chapter 5: Applications

Local Sense Connections

Illustrates a typical setup for local sensing with the load connected to a DC power supply.

Remote Sense Connections

Setup for Remote Sense Operation

Shows a setup for remote sensing, connecting Vsense cables to the power supply output.

Constant Current (CC) Mode Application

CC Mode for Load Regulation and Battery Testing

Details CC mode use for load regulation, cross regulation, and battery discharge characteristics.

Static and Dynamic Modes in CC Operation

Explains static and dynamic operation in CC mode, including switchable current levels.

CC Mode Operating Instructions

Setting Level Hi and Level Lo in CC Mode

Instructions for setting high and low current levels using the LEVEL key in CC mode.

Constant Voltage (CV) Mode Application

CV Mode for Current Source and Power Supply Testing

Explains CV mode use for checking current sources, battery chargers, and power supply current limits.

Current Curve Recording in CV Mode

Describes how to record current curves by setting CV voltage for load regulation testing.

CV Mode Operating Instructions

Setting Level Hi and Level Lo in CV Mode

Instructions for setting high and low voltage levels using the LEVEL key in CV mode.

Constant Resistance (CR) Mode Application

CR Mode for Soft Start Power Supply Testing

Details CR mode use for testing power supplies, providing a 'soft start' feature.

CR Mode Operating Instructions

Setting Level Hi and Level Lo in CR Mode

Instructions for setting high and low resistance values using the LEVEL key in CR mode.

Constant Power (CP) Mode Application

CP Mode for Battery Evaluation

Explains CP mode use for battery testing, measuring energy capacity, and simulating loads.

CP Mode Operating Instructions

Setting Level Hi and Level Lo in CP Mode

Instructions for setting high and low power values using the LEVEL key in CP mode.

Constant Current Source Operation

Using the Electronic Load as a Current Source

Describes using the load as a high current constant current source for battery charging or parallel operation.

Advanced Loading Applications

Zero-Volt Loading Application

Explains connecting the load in series for zero-volt condition testing, suitable for low voltage battery cells.

Parallel Operation of Electronic Loads

Details the rule for connecting multiple output power supplies to 3350F series loads in parallel.

Power Supply OCP Testing

Manual Control OCP Test Setup

Step-by-step guide for performing an Over Current Protection test manually.

Remote Control OCP Testing

Remote Control OCP Test Commands

Lists commands for setting up and executing OCP tests remotely.

Power Supply OPP Testing

Manual Control OPP Test Setup

Step-by-step guide for performing an Over Power Protection test manually.

Remote Control OPP Testing

Remote Control OPP Test Commands

Lists commands for setting up and executing OPP tests remotely.

Power Supply SHORT Testing

Manual Control SHORT Test Setup

Step-by-step guide for performing a SHORT circuit test manually.

Remote Control SHORT Testing

Remote Control SHORT Test Commands

Lists commands for setting up and executing SHORT tests remotely.

Appendix A: GPIB Programming Example

Appendix B: USB Instruction

USB Driver Installation

Instructions for installing the USB driver for the PL-2303 USB-to-Serial converter.

Appendix C: LAN Instruction

LAN Connection and IP Address Setup

Guides connecting to the network and setting up IP address and subnet mask.

Appendix D: Auto-Sequence Operation Guide

Edit Mode for Auto-Sequence Creation

Explains how to set modes, ranges, levels, and store settings for auto-sequences.

Test Mode for Executing Auto-Sequences

Describes how to run auto-sequences, interpret PASS/FAIL results, and handle NG status.

Testing Waveform Example

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