Voltech AT3600 User Manual

Guidance on effectively using the AT3600 manual, including symbol conventions and document accuracy.

Crucial safety information regarding electric shock hazards and proper installation procedures.

Details the items supplied with the AT3600 transformer tester, including cables and documentation.

Explains the relationship between AT3600 and ATi testers, highlighting shared fixture construction and software.

Illustrates the typical setup involving an Editor PC and a Server PC for test program management.

Describes the ease of creating test programs using Windows-based Editor software without programming skills.

Details the use of Windows-based Server software for managing test programs and enabling stand-alone operation.

Lists versatile automatic tests performed by the AT3600, including continuity, resistance, and inductance.

Guides on creating transformer schematics using the AT series schematic editor for test program setup.

Details the procedures for creating test programs, including setting options, editing tests, and fixture compensation.

Explains how to configure program options such as results printing, numbering, and server settings.

Describes the various types of limits that can be entered for tests, allowing flexible production testing.

Details how to perform fixture compensation to eliminate errors from stray parasitic components.

Covers storing, viewing, saving, deleting, and grouping test programs within the server environment.

Explains how to receive, display, and analyze test results, including on-line and off-line methods.

Details four approaches for observing test results: on-line monitoring, database analysis, OLE analysis, and off-line analysis.

Describes how to view results in real-time as they are sent from the tester to the monitoring window.

Explains how to store and analyze test results in an electronic database for powerful historical or on-line analysis.

Provides an overview of the Voltech AT Series fixture system, including fixture boards and kits.

Explains the principles of Kelvin connections for accurate impedance measurements, vital for low resistances.

Covers important general considerations for fixture construction, including high voltages and wire stripping.

Highlights the significant voltages generated by the AT3600 and the need for careful fixture design.

Introduces the AT Series front panel features, including the LCD, indicators, keypad, and soft-keys.

Describes the self-test sequence for ensuring the AT3600 unit is functioning correctly.

Explains the normal operating mode for production testing, including program setup and fixture requirements.

Details the workflow for simple test programs in Execute Mode, including program selection and fixture compensation.

Covers operating the AT3600 as a component analyzer, making continuous measurements for a selected test.

Describes functions for changing tester setup options and downloading program groups from a server PC.

Summarizes available tests for AT3600, their applications, windings tested, and reasons for use.

Explains the continuity test for checking transformer insertion and winding resistance limits.

Details the DC winding resistance measurement, its application, and how to specify test limits.

Describes measuring turns ratio via inductance, useful for poor magnetic coupling scenarios.

Explains insulation resistance checks for winding isolation integrity, distinguishing it from Hi-Pot tests.

Covers DC Hi-Pot testing for insulation breakdown between windings or with the core/screens.

Provides a summary of available tests, measurement ranges, test signals, frequencies, and basic accuracy.

Details the ports on the AT3600 rear panel: Bar Code, Server, Auxiliary, Printer, Remote, Peripheral, Safety Interlock, User Port.

Describes the RS232 interface for barcode entry, including connector details and recommended reader.

Details the RS232 interface for connecting to a PC server running Voltech server software.

Explains the AT Series safety interlock system, based on a light curtain for operator protection.

Specifies the operating temperature, humidity, line input, dielectric strength, and mechanical specifications.

Contains declarations of conformity and precautions regarding conducted and radiated emissions and immunity.

Outlines the warranty terms for the AT3600, including periods and limitations.

Details the warranty period for materials, workmanship, and relays, and Voltech's responsibilities.

Recommends annual calibration checks and provides information on service requests and extended agreements.

Introduces the importance of safety systems for tests generating high voltages and the role of interlocks.

Explains the need for safety precautions due to high voltages generated during tests and the function of interlocks.

Recommends using a safety light curtain with the AT3600 for optimum safety, ease of use, and test speed.

Describes the robust and convenient Voltech Safety Interlock Cable for connecting to safety systems.

Provides essential safety notices for operators and describes the requirements for a total safety enclosure.

Emphasizes the user's responsibility for ensuring safe installation, operation, and training for the AT3600.

Illustrates a typical safety system installation using an infrared light curtain as a barrier.

Details how to design test fixtures considering the time required for safe ramp-down of high voltages after beam interruption.