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Rotek 800 Series - User Manual

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RotekĀ® Instrument Corp., 390 Main Street, Waltham, Massachusetts 02154 USA
Tel. (617) 899-4611
Fax. (617) 894-7273
SERIES 800
PRECISION POWER/ENERGY
METER CALIBRATORS
17th Printing
Effective Starting Serial Number 675

Table of Contents

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Summary

CERTIFICATION

WARRANTY

General Information

Description

Overview of the Series 800 Power and Energy Meter Calibrators' capabilities.

Models and Options

Details the different models (800A, 811A, 800AE, 811AE) and their features.

Specifications

Technical specifications for the Series 800 calibrators, covering voltage, current, and power outputs.

Operating Instructions

Power Requirements

Details the necessary AC power sources and voltage selections for operating the calibrator.

Installation

Describes the standard bench mounting configuration and optional rack mounting options.

Controls and Displays

Identifies and describes all front and rear panel controls, connections, and indicators.

General Operating Information

Provides an overview of the two principal models (800A, 811A) and their enhanced variants.

Model 800 A;800 AE Operation

Detailed procedures for operating the Model 800A/800AE, including setting voltage, current, and power factor.

Model 811 A;811 AE Operation

Procedures for operating the Model 811A/811AE, including energy measurements and pulse output testing.

Theory of Operation

Introduction

Explains the Series 800's voltage, current, and phase control mechanisms.

Voltage Generation

Describes the components and block diagram for AC voltage output generation.

Current Generation

Describes the components and block diagram for AC current output generation.

Phase Control

Explains how phase control is achieved by measuring waveform axis crossings.

System Operation

Voltage Function

Details the voltage function's operation using D to A converters and integrators.

Current Function

Details the current function's operation using D to A converters and current shunts.

Phase Control Function

Details the phase control function using D to A converters and phase detectors.

Controls

Local Mode Operation

Calibrator operation controlled via the front panel.

Remote Mode Operation

Calibrator operation controlled via IEEE-488 Interface signals.

Directly Applied Control Signals

Describes signals multiplexed on the Control Logic Assembly for frequency and power factor.

µP Treated Signals

Explains microprocessor circuits, self-checks, and initialization on power up.

Use of µProcessor Generated Control Signals

How BCD voltage and current data are directed to control logic and converters.

Remote Mode Communication

Data entry and extraction via IEEE-488 Interface using serial ASCII characters.

MAINTENANCE

Required Test Equipment

Lists the equipment necessary for inspecting and calibrating the Series 800.

Performance Tests

Procedures to verify adherence to specifications under specific environmental conditions.

AC Voltage Accuracy Tests

Steps to calibrate AC voltage output accuracy using a Thermal Transfer Standard.

Current Accuracy Tests

Procedures for measuring current accuracy, referencing power measurements.

Voltage Distortion

Method for measuring voltage distortion percentage using a distortion analyzer.

Current Distortion

Method for measuring current distortion percentage using a distortion analyzer.

Power Accuracy

Details power accuracy tests using the MSB-001A Watt converter.

Deviation Accuracy

Testing deviation accuracy by setting specific PF and deviation ranges.

Fractional Divider

Tests for fractional divider settings, specifying amps and reading limits.

Voltage Distortion Test

Connecting equipment and measuring distortion in percent on the distortion analyzer.

Current Distortion Tests

Configuring equipment and measuring distortion percentage on the analyzer.

Power Accuracy Tests

Connecting equipment and measuring power, including specific examples.

Deviation Test

Using DVM to read MSB-001A voltage output and applying Series 800 deviation controls.

Fractional Divider Tests

Testing fractional divider settings with MSB-001A Watt converter.

Calibration Procedure

Model 800 A;811 A Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the 800A and 811A models, including pre-calibration setup.

Model 800 AE;811 AE Calibration Procedure

Guide for calibrating the 800AE and 811AE models, including setup and null adjustments.

Factory Adjustments

Periodic Maintenance

Air Filter

Maintenance procedure for cleaning the internal cooling fan's washable air filter.

Relays

Yearly maintenance for relay contacts and terminals using alcohol and Cramolin.

Troubleshooting

Access

Steps to access internal circuits by removing the top and inner guard covers.

Power Supply Voltages

Procedure for measuring and verifying power supply voltages at specific test points.

Suspected Voltage Failure

Diagnosing voltage output failures by checking DC offset, quiescent current, and reference voltage.

Suspected Current Failure

Diagnosing current output failures by checking connections, relays, and component shorts.

Suspected Phase Function Failure

Troubleshooting phase function failures by examining waveforms and component operations.

Line Synchronization Function Erratic

Diagnosing erratic line synchronization by observing voltage amplitude and phase relationships.

Isolating an Analog Switch Fault

Method for isolating faults in analog switches by replacing transistors with jumpers.

IEEE-488 INTERFACE

Description

Explains the IEEE 488 Interface for ASCII communication between controller and Series 800.

Data Entry

Describes the procedure for sending instructions and data via the IEEE-488 Interface.

Serial Poll Code

Procedure for reading the status byte from the Series 800 via the IEEE-488 Interface.

Default Conditions

Lists default conditions for output registers upon power up or after a Select Device Clear.

Asserting the Remote State

Steps to assert the REMOTE state and set the IEEE-488 address.

Programming Examples

Demonstrates typical instructions for controlling the Series 800 via an IEEE-488 Interface.

Initializing

Steps to establish known conditions, perform a reset, and place the Series 800 in REMOTE state.

Establishing an Active Defined Condition

Issuing instructions to program the calibrator for specific voltage, VA, PF, and deviation settings.

Enabling Operate

Instruction to assert the Operate state and serial poll to confirm state entry.

Reading the Deviation Meter Data

Procedure to read deviation meter data after pressing the Record button.

Reading the Energy Delivered Data

Routine to read energy delivered data after the 811A/811AE completes counting pulses.

Ending a Test Routine

Returning the calibrator to a safe, defined state after completing a programmed task.

Precautions

General practices for interrogating status bits before sending data to ensure correct information transfer.

Parts List

List of Recommended Spare Parts

Lists recommended spare parts for the Series 800, including Rotek P/N, Mfg. Code, and Mfg. P/N.

Replaceable Parts

Lists manufacturers referenced in the parts list with their corresponding code numbers.

Front Panel Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the front panel assembly.

Main Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the main assembly board.

Relay Output Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the relay output assembly.

Annunciator Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the annunciator assembly.

CVA Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the CVA assembly.

CVA Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the CVA assembly.

Phase Control & Sense Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the phase control and sense assembly.

Oscillator Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the oscillator assembly.

Reference Assembly

Lists components and part numbers for the reference assembly.

µP;IEEE Interface

Lists components and part numbers for the µP/IEEE interface assembly.

Switch Circuits

Lists components and part numbers for switch circuits.

µP;IEEE Interface

Lists components and part numbers for the µP/IEEE interface assembly.

Rotek 800 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRotek
Model800 Series
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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