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Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual SAFETY SUMMARY These power system components contain high voltage and current circuits that are potentially lethal. The following safety guidelines must be followed when operating or servicing this equipment. These guidelines are not a substitute for vigilance and common sense. California Instruments assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements. APPLYING POWER AND GROUNDING Verify the correct voltage is applied to the equipment.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 CTS 3.0 Software License Your CTS Test System was shipped with one copy of the CTS 3.0 software. This software model number CIC 629- is owned by California Instruments and is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions. Therefore, you must treat the software like any other copyrighted material. Software Revisions Revision codes in the Help About screen of the CTS 3.0 software indicate the current revision.
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Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 11 1.1 1.2 Manual Organization ................................................................................................................................11 Compliance Test System Description....................................................................................................
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 6. Flicker Testing ...................................................................................................................................... 85 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 About This Chapter ..................................................................................................................................85 Principle of Operation...................................................................................................................
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 12. IEC 61000-4-28 Frequency Variations Immunity Testing .................................................................. 127 12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 12.6 12.7 About This Chapter ................................................................................................................................ 127 Test Setup..............................................................................................................................................
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 List of Tables Table 1-1: CTS AC Source Models ................................................................................................ 13 Table 2-1: IEC 61000-3-2 Class Limits........................................................................................... 19 Table 2-2: Harmonics Amendment 14 Test Times......................................................................... 20 Table 2-3: IEC 61000-3-2 Class Descriptions ...........................
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual List of Figures Figure 3-1: EUT Connection distance and wire gauge................................................................... 32 Figure 3-2: Functional Test Setup .................................................................................................. 34 Figure 3-3: Single-phase configuration 5001iX-CTS...................................................................... 35 Figure 3-4: Single-phase configuration 1251RP-CTS .........................
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 1. Introduction 1.1 Manual Organization This manual describes the operation of the California Instruments Compliance Test System Software when used in conjunction with the CTS hardware. Its primary function is as a reference manual. If you have a question about a specific screen or how to perform a certain task, turn to the appropriate section of the manual.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Chapter 15 provides the technical specifications for the Power Analysis and Conditioning System (PACS) unit, which is a key component of the CTS system. For technical specifications on the AC source supplied with the CTS system, refer to the AC source manual provided. Chapter 16 overview of available configuration options. Chapter 17 overview of calibration procedures Chapter 18 provides theory of operation information.
User Manual 1.2.1 Compliance Test System 3.0 AC Source Models The CTS system is supplied with different programmable AC power sources depending on the configuration.
Compliance Test System 3.0 1.2.2 User Manual PACS Unit The Power Analysis and Conditioning System provides the required electrical and mechanical interface between the AC source, the user’s equipment under test and the data acquisition PC system. This allows all signal connections to be made easily and conveniently. The PACS can be single phase or three phase, depending on the CTS system configuration in use.
User Manual 1.2.3 Compliance Test System 3.0 PC Based Data Acquisition System (updated for new PCI data acquisition) All measurements required for IEC testing are performed by the data acquisition system that resides on the user’s PC. The measurement card needs to be installed in an available slot and the software needs to be installed. All signal connections between the PC and the PACS unit are made with a single 37-pin cable supplied with the system.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Note on Interface conflicts: If the CIGUI32 or CIGuiSII program is set up to use the same serial or IEEE-488 port (any address) to communicate with the AC source as the CTS 3.0 software, it is not possible to have both the CTS 3.0 Software and the CIGUI32 or CIGuiSII software running at the same time. This is due to the fact that both programs would attempt to use the same interface to control the AC source.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 2. IEC Testing 2.1 About This Chapter This chapter provides some background information on the various IEC test standards that apply to AC powered products. It also reviews some of the test equipment requirements that are important when testing for IEC compliance. Note that this information is subject to change as IEC standards change over time. This overview is by no means comprehensive and is only provided for reference.
Compliance Test System 3.0 2.2.1 User Manual Why do you have to test? In general, these IEC directives do not have the legal force of law. However, the European Union (EU) has issued Euro Norms in the context of these IEC directives that are legally binding and are enforced by the EMC Police. The relevant enforceable standards are IEC 61000-3-2 and IEC 61000-3-3, which supersede EN60555.2 and EN60555.3 respectively. These standards are also known under the IEC designator IEC 61000-3-2 and IEC 61000-3-3.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Pass/Fail criteria under the new standard are as follows: The average value for the individual harmonic currents, taken over the entire test observation period shall be less than or equal to the applicable limits. For each harmonic order, all 1,5 s smoothed r.m.s. harmonic current values shall be less than or equal to 150% of the applicable limits.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual First of all, the manufacturer is required to declare the rated power (the fundamental current and Power Factor for Class-C) for the product. This “rated power” (current & PF) will be used as the basis for the limit calculation of Class-D (Class-C). Thus, a “rated power” of 150 Watt for example, will yield a third harmonic limit of 150 x 3.4 = 510 mA. Similarly, a rated fundamental current of 0.4 Amp, and a rated PF of 0.
User Manual 2.4 Compliance Test System 3.0 The IEC 61000-3-2 Ed 2.2:2004 Standard This section covers the 2004 standard which incorporates amendments 1 and 2 and amendment 14. This standard must be to test products since January 2004.. The purpose of enforcing the IEC 61000-3-2 standard is to limit the amount of current harmonics produced by electronic loads.
Compliance Test System 3.0 2.4.1 User Manual Test Classes The standard divides products to be tested in to four classes, A, B, C and D. Each class has its own harmonic current limits. Class A is the default class, meaning if a product does not fall into the categories for class B, C or D, it is by default class A.
User Manual 2.4.2 Compliance Test System 3.0 Steady State versus Transitory Harmonics Two types of harmonics testing are called for in the IEC 61000-3-2:1998 standard, a quasi steady state and a transitory one. The transitory harmonics tests allow for equipment that has power demands that vary over time to temporarily exceed the harmonic current limits by as much as 50 %, as long as such elevated levels do not occur for more than 10 % of the test period. Since the minimum test time required is 2.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual It should be noted that selecting this “inter harmonics grouping” has little impact on the measurement results for the vast majority of products. Only products with active power factor correction AND highly fluctuating power consumption will produce inter harmonic levels that would add to the level of “C” as given above. Most products do not produce inter harmonics, and therefore the measured harmonic currents will be the same either way. 2.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 distribution network. Most European countries use the specified reference impedance value however. The required reference impedance for Flicker testing is either built into the PACS unit of the single phase CTS systems or provided through a programmable output impedance of the AC Source. This is determined by the AC Source model used.
Compliance Test System 3.0 2.7.1 User Manual Why Do You Have to Test? The IEC 61000-4-11 affects a large set of products, specifically; "Electrical and electronic equipment having a rated input current not exceeding 16 A per phase." Thus, most single and three phase AC powered equipment used in domestic and light industrial settings fall in this category. In fact, around 95 % of all electrical equipment in household and light industrial applications, require no more than 16 A per phase.
User Manual 2.10 Compliance Test System 3.0 IEC 61000-4-17 DC Ripple The IEC 61000-4-17 is aimed at testing a DC powered product for immunity against voltage ripple. Ripple is often caused by feed-through from the AC input section of a DC supply and exhibits itself as a small AC signal riding on the DC output. The IEC 61000-4-17 standards covers test levels and frequencies for testing the immunity of DC products against such phenomena.
Compliance Test System 3.0 2.14 User Manual References Additional information on IEC norms and requirements may be obtained from the following sources. You may also check for the latest IEC related information on California Instruments' web site at www.calinst.com. Document Number Date of Publ. Title IEC 725 (1981) “Considerations on reference impedances for use in determining the disturbance characteristics of household appliances and similar electrical equipment.
User Manual 3. System Installation 3.1 About This Chapter Compliance Test System 3.0 This chapter provides information on system installation and covers both the hardware connections that need to be made between the various components and the software setup. Proper installation of all hardware components and software modules is required to successfully use the CTS system. Some experience with AC power systems and PC’s running Windows is assumed. 3.2 3.2.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.3 User Manual PC Requirements The CTS system requires a PC to operate. The included CTS 3.0 software must be installed on a PC capable or acquiring and processing data in real-time to ensure no-gap acquisition as required by both the harmonics and flicker test standards. NOTE: It is recommended to purchase the required PC from California Instruments using the CICPC-PCX option.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Table 3-1: PC Pentium/Athlon Processor Clock Speed Requirement Mode A/D Card Single phase PCI 2.6 GHz Three phase PCI 3.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.4 User Manual PACS Unit The PACS measurement module can be operated on either 115V or 230 V. It requires less than 0.5 Amps to function. 3.4.1 Mechanical Installation The PACS unit can be used free standing on a bench and may be placed on top of the AC power source. Rack handles are standard, and if the optional rack slides are ordered, then the entire CTS system may be mounted in a standard 19 inch cabinet.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 In addition, when doing compliance testing from the front panel outlet on a single phase PACS unit, bear in mind the rating of the IEC/77 outlet socket is 16A RMS max. Caution: Be sure to replace the small rear top cover on the PACS unit after the wiring has been installed, otherwise insufficient cooling of internal components may result. 3.
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User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Figure 3-5: Power Connections for PACS-1 for a single-phase CTS.
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User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Figure 3-7: Power Connections for PACS-3 in a three-phase CTS.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.6 User Manual Front Panel Connections and Controls The front panel incorporates three functional areas: 3.6.1 • Output Sockets/Connectors • Status Indicator lights • Switch/Button controls Output Sockets/ Connectors PACS-1, PACS-3 and PACS-3-75 PC Interface Connector located on front panel is in parallel with the rear panel connector. Use front panel interface connector if rear panel access is difficult.
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Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Figure 3-10: Front and Rear Panel Views of the PACS-1 Module.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Figure 3-11: Front and Rear Panel Views of the PACS-3 Module.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.7 User Manual Rear Panel Connections and Controls The rear panel incorporates three functional areas 3.7.1 • PACS AC input supply. • Measurement input/output connections. • PC interface, Clock and Lock interface. PACS AC Input Supply The AC input to the PACS unit is on the right side of the rear panel. The molded cord plugs into the combination range change/ fuse holder assembly.
User Manual 3.8 Compliance Test System 3.0 Data Acquisition Card Installation - PCI Card Version All measurements in the CTS System are performed through a dedicated data acquisition card that needs to be installed in the host PC. The PC that this card is being installed in must have at least 512 Mbyte of RAM memory for the card and software program to work correctly. This section provides the necessary installation procedure for both hardware and software of the PCI version A/D Card.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.8.2 User Manual Installing the PCI Card Driver Software Insert the National Instruments NI-DAQ distribution or the CIC632 (Exacq Technologies driver) CD-ROM in the CD ROM drive. The setup.exe program should start if the CD ROM drive is configured for AutoStart. If not, double click on the Setup.exe program to launch the installation wizard. Follow the installation prompts for the Driver installation to install the A/D Card drivers.
User Manual 3.8.3 Compliance Test System 3.0 Installing the PCI A/D Card Following the procedure outlined below to install the PCI card in the test system PC: 1. Disconnect your PC from any main power. 2. If possible, wear a grounded wrist strap to prevent ESD damage to the PC and the A/D Card and place the PC cabinet on a firm ESD safe working surface. 3. Remove the cover of the PC cabinet following the directions provided by the PC manufacturer. 4. Locate the PC’s PCI bus expansion slots.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.8.4 User Manual Testing the Exacq Technologies PCI card (CI401PCI, CI403PCI) Note: If the CTS system was supplied with the National Instruments E Series A/D card, refer to section 3.8.5 instead. Card Reference numbers: CI Designation Exacq P/N System CI401PCI CM2110 Single phase systems CI403PCI CM2210 Three phase systems After installing the A/D card in an available PCI slot, you must configure the card for operation in the CTS.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 The new data acquisition card will appear as a node in the LocalSystem | Hardware | Exacq | PCI/PXI branch of the System tree. Click on this node. The serial number and logical device number will display in the Configuration pane. The logical device number is the identification that application software such as the CTS uses to specify which hardware device will be used. This device number should only be changed if you have multiple A/D cards in the PC.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual You are now ready to verify that the A/D card functions properly in your PC. To do so, select the “Test” tab in the Configuration panel. This will bring up the test panel (see illustrations Figure 3-14, Figure 3-15 and Figure 3-16 on following pages). This test panel can be used to test all analog input channels and analog output channels as well as the digital IO lines. You can test Channel 0 (zero) as shown below.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 You may now apply a load to the CTS. Typically, this will be the 230 Volt – 50 Hz supply voltage that is used to power the products to be tested. This voltage is routed to logical channel 0 of the A/D card, via a differential input amplifier and a 100: 1 attenuation factor in the PACS. On the Exacq Bench menu bar, select “Instrument”, “Volt Meter”. Thus, the Exacq Bench DVM function will display approximately 1.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Of course, you may also use the oscilloscope function of the Exacq Bench to display the time domain signals. Refer to the appropriate section of this manual to identify all the signals and channel numbers, but for this example, channel 0 is for voltage, and channels 1,2,3 are the (parallel) three current signals. In the figure below, channel 0 and 3 are displayed (channel 3 is the most sensitive current channel).
User Manual 3.8.5 Compliance Test System 3.0 Testing the National Instruments PCI Card E-Series DAQ Board CTS 3.0 must be installed first before performing a A/D card testing. After CTS 3.0 is installed, the PC must be rebooted. The new hardware should be detected automatically at boot by the Windows™ operating system. Follow the on-screen prompts to finish installation of the A/D card.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Select “Self-Test” and you should get the pop-up message below. You can run “Test Panels…” to do a further functional check of the CTS hardware, and interconnect cable between the A/D card and the PACS (CTS signal conditioning unit). Highlight NI PCI-6250: “Dev1”, select “Test Panels…”, set Channel Name to “Dev1/ai0”, set Mode to continuous, set Input Configuration to RSE, set Rate(Hz) to 10000.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 software. It is installed when the National Instruments GPIB software is installed. There is a line under [GPIB-VXI-CONFIG]: DisableAutoFind=0. The 0 needs to be changed to 1.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.9 User Manual Data Acquisition Card Installation – Legacy ISA Card Version The ISA A/D card is no longer supported by the CTS30 software version 3.0.16 and higher. If you are upgrading to CTS30 revision 3.0.16 or higher, you MUST upgrade to one of the supported PCI data acquisition cards. The information in this section is provided for users of older systems only that have not yet upgraded.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 JP13 JP11 1 1 Address DIP JP11 JP11 4 4 1 1 Normal Mode Diff. Mode (Factory Setting) Figure 3-20: A/D Card JMP 11 Settings JP13 JP13 3 3 1 1 Pin 19 = DAC Pin 19 = Ground (Factory Setting) Figure 3-21: A/D Card JMP 13 Settings Jumper JP11 Jumper JP11 selects between differential or single ended input channel mode and should be set to single ended mode for the CTS system. The correct setting is shown in Figure 3-20.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Jumper JP13 Jumper JP13 affects the purpose of pin 19 on the 37-pin connector that interfaces to the PACS unit. For CTS operation, this pin must be analog ground and this jumper must connect pin 2 and 3. DIP Switch - Base I/O Address The DIP switch located on the CI400AD sets the base I/O address in the host PC I/O space. The factory configuration is port address 0x180.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 HEX: VALUE: 1 8 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 X X X BIT: 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 MSB LSB ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Figure 3-22: A/D Card Base I/O Address DIP If you need to change the factory default I/O address to a different value to avoid conflicts with other I/O boards in your PC, you must note down the new address and pass it as a parameter when setting up the software driver later.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.9.3 User Manual Installing the ISA A/D Card After you have configured the jumpers and the DIP switch on the A/D card (if factory defaults are not usable), you are ready to install the CI400AD in your PC. Following the procedure outlined below: 1. Disconnect your PC from any main power. 2. If possible, wear a grounded wrist strap to prevent ESD damage to the PC and the A/D Card and place the PC cabinet on a firm ESD safe working surface. 3.
User Manual 3.10 Compliance Test System 3.0 CTS 3.0 Software Installation Once the card drivers have been installed, the CTS 3.0 software can be installed next. This requires the use of the CTS 3.0 installer program provided on CD ROM CIC632. To install the CTS 3.0 software, the CD ROM or floppy disk containing the calibration coefficients must be inserted in the relevant PC's drive first.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 11. Once completed, you can remove the CD-ROM. You may have to reboot the computer after the software installation. This will be indicated at the end of the installation program. 12. Before launching the CTS software, run the “DAQ Card Selector” module to choose the correct A/D card for the CTS. The “DAQ Card Selector” module is located in the application directory (C:\Program Files\California Instruments\CTS30).
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 2. In the left window of the CD browser, locate the AC Source series for the AC source supplied with the CTS system. 3. Click on the Programs Tab on the right and select Windows 32 bit. 4. Click on the Install button at the bottom center to run the setup program. 5. Follow the on-screen prompts of the installation program. 6.
Compliance Test System 3.0 3.12 User Manual Upgrading from a CTS 1.X or CTS 2.0 System If you are upgrading from a prior version of the CTS system, you can take full advantage of the enhanced capabilities of the CTS 3.0 software while retaining access to your existing revision software and data files. Since the data formats between CTS 1.X, 2.0 and CTS 3.0 are not compatible, we recommend you retain your original CTS version program disks and data files. The CTS 3.
User Manual Note: Compliance Test System 3.0 The CTS 3.0 system has the added capability of calibrating out any DC component on the input channels. This capability did not exist in CTS 1.X so no calibration coefficients are converted for DC offset. The CTS 3.0 will assume a 0 DC offset. If there is any concern about DC offset, a DC offset calibration can be performed if needed. 3.12.
Compliance Test System 3.0 4. Program Menus 4.1 About this Chapter User Manual This chapter provides an overview of the CTS 3.0 program menus. You may read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the menus available in the program for harmonics and flicker testing or proceed directly to the relevant chapter for the test you want to run and use this chapter only as a reference. 4.2 Main Menus Many of the CTS system capabilities are accessible through the menus located at the top of the main window.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 SUB MENU DESCRIPTION Save Test Setup Saves only the setup information in effect. The setup file name depends on the setup. For example, a steady state Class D test would have a name of Steady_D.cts_setup. Save Test Data Saves all data from the most recent test run. A test must be run first with data saving enabled. When data saving is enabled, a test will produce a binary file H-xxxxxx.cts_data (harmonics) or F-xxxxxx.
Compliance Test System 3.0 4.5 User Manual View Menu The View menu offers the following sub-menu choices. 4.6 SUB MENU DESCRIPTION Test Setup Brings up a overview of all selected test setting for the current test. This is a display window only and no fields can be changed in this mode. To change setup option, close the active test window and select Perform a new Test from the Test menu. Test List Brings up a display grid showing all tests ran to date on the test system PC.
User Manual SUB MENU Compliance Test System 3.0 DESCRIPTION Every Failed Current Window 4.7 Only acquisition windows with current failure are shown. Recall Size Amount of acquisition buffers or windows to be loaded from disk to memory during playback. The more windows are loaded, the further the user can back up in the data stream during playback. Thus, when selecting 100 buffers, the replay can be stopped and reversed up to 100 buffers. The recall size ranges from 0 to 1000 buffers.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 5. Harmonics Testing 5.1 About This Chapter This chapters covers testing a device for compliance with the IEC 61000-3-2 Harmonics standard. A review of the possible EUT classes is provided to assist the user in determining the appropriate device class to use. Once the device class has been established, the appropriate test module is used to perform the tests. 5.
User Manual 5.3.1 Compliance Test System 3.0 Class D Special Current Waveshape If you elected to test to the IEC 61000-3-2:1998 standard, a unit is considered to be class D equipment if it meets the power consumption limits listed above and its current waveform matches at least 95 % of a specified wave shape template. This template is aimed at ‘capturing’ high crest factor loads that are known to generate high harmonic currents.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual The exact IEC 61000-3-2:1998 standard text is as follows: Start here “..equipment shall be deemed to be Class D if, under the test conditions given in Annex C, the input current waveshape of each half period - referred to its peak value ipk - is within the envelope shown in the following figure for at least 95 % of the duration of each half period; this implies that waveforms having small peaks outside the envelope are considered to fall within the envelope.
User Manual 5.4 Compliance Test System 3.0 Stationary or Transitory Harmonics Test The older IEC 61000-3-2:1998 standard distinguished between two types of tests, stationary for equipment that exhibits constant power consumption and transitory for equipment that exhibits fluctuating power consumption patterns. Under the revised 2004 test standards, all tests are done by evaluating transitory harmonics so this selection is not longer relevant.
Compliance Test System 3.0 5.5 User Manual Running a Harmonics Test Starting the CTS 3.0 main program brings up the test setup screen. This CTS 3.0 main program window automatically sizes to a SVGA display resolution of 800 x 600 pixels. Larger screen resolutions are supported but the controls on the main window will not size to any resolution above 800 x 600. For correct harmonics and flicker measurement operation, please note the following setup guidelines: 1.
User Manual Note: Compliance Test System 3.0 If both the CTS 3.0 program and the CIGui32 or CIGuiSII are configured to use the same Com port or IEEE-488 bus controller to control the AC source, it is important that both programs not be active at the same time. Having both programs open at the same time could cause an interface conflict. The following checklist shows all available setup options for a Harmonics test. Field Description / Purpose Test Type Select between Harmonics and Flicker test.
Compliance Test System 3.0 5.6 User Manual Additional Setup Parameters for Harmonics If this is first time using the CTS 3.0 system, it may be necessary to check the Additional Setup settings. These settings can be displayed by clicking on the "Additional Setup" button on the right hand side of the main setup window.
User Manual Setting Compliance Test System 3.0 Description 1UP or -3UP controllers is provided as well. IEEE-488 control This selection requires the presence of a National Instruments IEEE-488 controller card or compatible card in the PC. This interface is not supplied as part of the CTS system but may be added as an option. The Verify Source must be used to make sure the AC Source can be found. The AC source must be powered up.
Compliance Test System 3.0 5.7 User Manual Main Harmonics Test Window Operation Upon closing the Main setup window, the harmonics test window will appear. Tests are executed from this window and test results are displayed in real-time. This main harmonics test window has a limited number of controls, the function of which are explained in the table below.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Field / Control Location Description Report button Upper left corner Power Buttons Upper left corner The Print Summary button generates a test report in an MS Word doc file. This report contains both the voltage and current waveform and the harmonics display graph. It also includes the current and voltage harmonics in absolute values and as a percentage of the applied IEC limits. These button controls may be used to turn the AC power source output on or off.
Compliance Test System 3.0 Field / Control Location Source Qualification Bottom Left Start Time Bottom Left % of test completed Left panel Test Margin Bottom Test Duration Bottom EUT Bottom Comments Bottom Tested by Bottom Customer 80 Voltage and Current Graph Top right panel Harmonics Graph Bottom right panel Legend buttons Graph panels User Manual Description set to 100 %.
User Manual 5.7.1 Compliance Test System 3.0 Entering User and/or Customer Data Prior to running a test, you should enter information concerning the EUT, the person or department performing the test and any other information that may be relevant to interpreting or using the test results obtained from the CTS system. Several fields are provided for this purpose along the bottom of the main test window.
Compliance Test System 3.0 Note: User Manual The voltage harmonic limits apply to the AC source qualification and may indicate that the current harmonics are affected due to excessive AC voltage distortion. In this case, a red Source Qual. label is shown on the left hand side of the main window. When displaying the current harmonics, the actual harmonic currents from the second through the fortieth for each acquisition window are shown in green. The IEC test limits are shown using a red line.
User Manual 5.12 Compliance Test System 3.0 Replay Mode The CTS 3.0 Software can be used to replay previously recorded test data. This replay can be done on the same test system that was used to record the original data or on an altogether different PC. In order to replay a test, the data acquired during the test needs to be saved to a CTS native data file. If the save data option is not enabled in the additional setup window for Harmonics, there is no way to replay a test later.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 9. Once stopped, the data can be stepped forward or backward at various rates using the VCR style buttons in the lower left corner. 10. A test report can be printed from stored data in this mode. The actual date and time the data was recorded will be shown on the report in addition the report print date and time. 5.12.3 Harmonics Replay Options Data replay capability is an important diagnostic feature of the CTS 3.0 system.
User Manual 6. Flicker Testing 6.1 About This Chapter Compliance Test System 3.0 This chapter covers testing a device for compliance with the IEC 61000-3-3 Flicker standard. The relevant IEC Flicker test part is described in detail. 6.2 Principle of Operation The CTS Flicker software acquires, stores, processes and analyzes the EUT data in real-time and provides continuous display updates on all Flicker parameters.
Compliance Test System 3.0 Mode User Manual Description day, and also has either a delayed restart (the delay being not less than a few tens of seconds), or manual restart, after a power supply interruption. NOTE: The cycling frequency will be further limited by the Pst and Plt limit. For example: a dmax of 6 % producing a rectangular voltage change characteristic twice per hour will give a Plt of about 0,65.
User Manual 6.4 Compliance Test System 3.0 Running a Flicker Test Running a flicker test is similar to running a harmonics test. Launch CTS 3.0 and select flicker test in the set up screen. Then select appropriate test parameters and click OK to continue. You will be presented with a test screen similar to that of harmonics. Test Start and Stop Enter test margin here Figure 6-1: Flicker Test Window The flicker test window has several user accessible fields and controls.
Compliance Test System 3.0 Field / Control Power button Description Upper left corner Click on Power to toggle the power source output voltage, unless power source is already programmed to 230V. The Flicker module can be configured to turn off the power after every test, in that case therefore, the user will have to click Power On before starting the test. Starts the flicker test using presently selected parameters. Once a test is running, parameter cannot be changed.
User Manual Field / Control Compliance Test System 3.0 Location Voltage - rms (Ut) Center panel dmax % Center panel dc in % Center panel Plt # n Center panel Instant. Pst Center panel Center panel Psti #n Select Test Test selection Test Margin Test Margin Graph Display Graph panel Graph mode Display mode / Print panel Test File Bottom panel California Instruments Description the condition of this field is affected by the user selected test margin.
Compliance Test System 3.0 Field / Control 6.4.1 Location Test Duration Bottom panel EUT Bottom panel Comments Bottom panel Tested by Bottom panel User Manual Description the space provided on screen. If this is the case, use the File button to display the file dialog box which will allow you to see the entire path and file name. The test duration is the total test time selected by the user. This value can be set from 0.5 minutes (30 seconds) to 1440 minutes (24 hours).
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 % which essentially means the actual IEC limits are applied to determine a pass or fail result. This is the mode to use for actual compliance testing. Setting this margin to a value below 100 % can be useful for pre-compliance testing. Selecting a lower margin means the test is more stringent. If the EUT can pass the more stringent test, it is more than likely to pass when submitted to an independent test lab.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 7. Once stopped, the data can be stepped forward or backward at various rates using the VCR style buttons in the lower left corner. 8. A test report can be printed from stored data in this mode. The actual date and time the data was recorded will be shown on the report in addition the report print date and time. 6.6.2 To play back test on a different PC from the test system PC, proceed as follows: 1. If not already done, install a copy of the CTS 3.
User Manual 6.6.3 Compliance Test System 3.0 Flicker Replay Options Data replay capability is an important diagnostic feature of the CTS 3.0 system. The end user has a great deal of control over the replay process. These user settings are located in the Options menu. The following options are available to control the replay process: Menu Item Description Recall Type This option offers four choices for playback of data. Data is stored in acquisition windows or buffers.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 7. IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips and Variations Immunity Testing 7.1 About This Chapter This chapters covers testing a device for compliance with the IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips and Variations test standard. This test is supported through the CIGui32 or CIGuiSII AC source control program. If you purchased a 100-CTS or 300-CTS test system, which does not include a California Instruments AC source, you will not be able to perform these tests.
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Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual The IEC 61000-4-11 test suite consists of two types of tests: Dips and Interruptions Simulates short interruptions in AC supply Voltage Variations Simulates slow changes in AC supply The user must select the desired test type before executing the test. Since both test types require a number of test parameters, the test sequence parameters must be entered in the data entry grid or loaded from disk using the File, Open menu entry.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Note that the generic IEC 61000-4-11 specifications are based on common types of AC line disturbances found on the European utility network. The test voltage levels and dip durations required to perform a IEC 61000-4-11 tests is not uniquely defined. Instead, different test levels and durations are allowed for various product categories. Product committees set these test levels.
Compliance Test System 3.0 7.5 User Manual Test Setup The following parameters and controls are available for executing the IEC 61000-4-11 test: Parameter Description Nominal frequency Opening this window will set this parameter to the present steady state frequency setting of the AC source. If required, a new value can be entered to be used during the test. At the end of the test, the AC source will remain at this frequency. Test mode Available test types are Dips and Variations..
User Manual 7.6 Compliance Test System 3.0 Test Options The operator may select one or more of the following options before starting the test: Include Peak Current Test The test standard requires that the AC generator used has the ability to deliver 500 Amps of inrush current to the EUT. This is neither economical nor practical. Instead, the EUT inrush current can be determined using a prescribed test method.
Compliance Test System 3.0 7.8 User Manual Report Format- 411 Test Files The IEC 61000-4-11 test module produces a test report when the Print Report button is clicked. Reports can also be printed from the File, Print menu. Test reports include all selected test parameters and options. A sample test report is shown below. The report format used can be direct output to a printer, output to a text file or generation of an MS Word report.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 8. IEC 61000-4-13 Harmonics and Interharmonics Immunity Test 8.1 About this Chapter The IEC413 option is capable of performing IEC 61000-4 section 13 Harmonics and inter harmonics low frequency immunity tests. The tests are based on IEC 61000-4-13:2002-03, First Edition. It is assumed that the user has a copy of the test standard available. This manual section only cover operation of the –413 option from the front-panel of the iX Series power source.
Compliance Test System 3.0 8.2 User Manual Tab Controls The IEC 1000-4-13 Harmonics and Interharmonics test offers range of sub-tests and user options. We recommend you familiarize yourself with the actual standard document. IEC standards are available through www.iec.ch. The following help screens contain information on setting test options using the available 413 tab controls located along the top of the IEC 1000-4-13 test window.
User Manual Parameter Compliance Test System 3.0 Description required reference impedance. Note that this capability may not be supported on all iX Series configurations. Voltage THD: When checked, the test program performs an AC Source voltage distortion pre-test and displays the result in the Voltage THD Tab. Source Regulation: When checked, the test program will checked the AC Source output voltage regulation with the EUT connected to ensure the AC source meets the test standard requirements.
Compliance Test System 3.0 8.4 User Manual Test Sequence The IEC 61000-4-13 standard specifies the following test flow diagram. Figure 8-2: IEC 61000-4-13 Flow Chart Class 1 and 2.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Figure 8-3: IEC 61000-4-13 Flow Chart Class 3.
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User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 all classes. The following minimum and maximum values (in seconds) for dwell and pause times apply. Note that these values are queried from the AC source if present and may change if the firmware on the AC source is updated. As default, these times are set to their minimum values.
Compliance Test System 3.0 8.6 User Manual Measurements The following measurements are performed during the IEC 1000-4-13 test run. 8.6.1 Voltage Distortion Check This is a data display Tab only. When selected in the test options, this Tab display the voltage distortion of the AC voltage supplied by the AC Source as measured at the EUT. The individual voltage harmonics must be below the IEC test standard levels set forth in IEC 61000-4-13.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 9. IEC 61000-4-14 Voltage Fluctuations Immunity Testing 9.1 About This Chapter This chapters covers testing a device for compliance with the IEC 61000-4-14 Voltage Fluctuations test standard. This test is supported through the CIGUI AC source control program. If you purchased a 100-CTS or 300-CTS test system, which does not include a California Instruments AC source, you will not be able to perform these tests.
Compliance Test System 3.0 9.2 User Manual Test Setup The following parameters and controls are available for executing the IEC 61000-4-14 test: 9.3 Control / Field Description Nominal voltage Opening this window will set this parameter to the present steady state voltage setting of the AC source. If required, a new value can be entered for use during the test. At the end of the test, the AC source will remain at this voltage level.
User Manual 9.4 Compliance Test System 3.0 Test Sequence The test sequence implemented by this test consists of a series of voltage fluctuations consistent with commonly found phenomena on the public utility power grid. The objective of this test is to evaluate a product for immunity from such fluctuations. Voltage fluctuations are applied at different levels for different product categories. The user must determine the product class and select the appropriate test level.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual File Name Test Class Generic IEC 1000-4-14 Test Class 3.414_Fluc Class 3 The user may create as many test files as desired using the data entry grid. Changes made can be saved using the File, Save As… menu entry. 9.5 Test Levels In Annex B of the draft standard, the EUT operating environment classifications are defined based on IEC 1000-2-4.
User Manual 9.6 Compliance Test System 3.0 Voltage Fluctuation The IEC 61000-4-14 test standard specifies a specific voltage fluctuation methods for changing the voltage between test levels. This fluctuation is a combination of a series of 5 single period fluctuations, each having a 0.25 period slew starting at 270° phase angle of the voltage waveform.
Compliance Test System 3.0 9.7 User Manual Test Execution The selected test mode can be started by pulling down the Run menu and selecting All or by clicking on the Start button. During test execution, no changes to test parameters are allowed. The test progress can be monitored at the bottom of the window in the status bar. 9.8 Test Parameter File Creation and Limits New tests can be created by editing the data entry grid. The following test parameters are available for each test step.
User Manual 9.10 Compliance Test System 3.0 Report Format- 414 Test Files The IEC 61000-4-14 test module produces a test report when the Print Report button is clicked. Reports can also be printed from the File, Print menu. Test reports include all selected test parameters and options. A sample test report is shown below. The report format used can be direct output to a printer, output to a text file or generation of an MS Word report.
Compliance Test System 3.0 10. User Manual IEC 61000-4-17 DC Ripple Immunity Testing Figure 10-1: IEC 61000-4-17 Test Window 10.1 About This Chapter This chapters covers testing a device for compliance with the IEC 61000-4-17 DC Voltage Ripple test standard. This test is supported through the CIGui32 or CIGuiSII AC source control program.
User Manual 10.2 Compliance Test System 3.0 Test Setup The following parameters and controls are available for executing the IEC 61000-4-17 test: 10.3 Control / Field Description Nominal DC voltage This is the rated nominal DC supply voltage to the EUT. Both a high and low DC voltage range can be specified as well. When selected, the test will run at the selected voltage levels. This can any combination of nominal, high and low. Line frequency This sets the nominal AC line frequency.
Compliance Test System 3.0 10.4 User Manual Waveform Display The DC output waveform is acquired at regular intervals during the test and can be displayed by selecting the Waveform Display tab. Figure 10-2: IEC 61000-4-17 Waveform Acquisition Window 10.5 Test Results There is no way for the CIGUI to determine the outcome of this test as a clear definition of a failure can not be given.
User Manual 10.6 Compliance Test System 3.0 User Observations Figure 10-3: IEC 61000-4-17 User Observation Data Entry Window The CIGUI32 or CIGuiSII provides a data entry window for the operator. Observations made about the EUT can be entered in this window before, during and after a test run. Any information entered by the operator in this window will be incorporated in the test report when printed. 10.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 11. IEC 61000-4-27p Voltage Unbalance Immunity Testing 11.1 About This Chapter This chapters covers testing a device for compliance with the IEC 61000-4-27 Voltage Unbalance in three phase AC power systems. test standard. This test is supported through the CIGUI32 or CIGuiSII AC source control program. If you purchased a 100-CTS or 300-CTS test system, which does not include a California Instruments AC source, you will not be able to perform these tests.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 unbalance between three phases of a three phase supply network. The IEC 61000-4-27 implementation in the CIGUI32 or CIGuiSII is based on the IEC 61000-4-27 standard dated 200008. Test levels and durations can be changed if needed through use of one or more filename.427 files in the IEC_Test directory.
Compliance Test System 3.0 11.2 User Manual Test Setup The required IEC 61000-4-27 test parameters must be entered in the test data entry grid before running a test. Previously stored test files can be loaded from the File, Open menu. Test files use a .427 file extension and only files with this extension can be loaded. The CIGUI32 or CIGuiSII is distributed with a pre-defined test parameter files for the generic IEC 61000-4-27 product classes 2 and 3. Additional test parameter files e.g.
User Manual 11.3 Compliance Test System 3.0 Equipment Classifications In Annex B of the standard, the EUT operating environment classifications are defined based on IEC 61000-2-4. The classifications are as follows: Class 1 Applies to protected supplies with compatibility levels lower than public network levels.
Compliance Test System 3.0 11.4 User Manual Test Levels The test sequence implemented by this test consists of a series of voltage and phase unbalance variations consistent with commonly found phenomena on the public utility power grid. The objective of this test is to evaluate a product for immunity from such variations. Voltage unbalances are applied at different levels for different product categories. The user must determine the product class and select the appropriate test level.
User Manual 11.7 Compliance Test System 3.0 Source Regulation The voltage regulation of the AC Source is always verified. The voltage regulation check verifies AC source voltage regulation at the beginning of each test under load as called out in the test standard. The voltage regulation must be less than 2 %. The measured output voltage must be within the source regulation limits specific in the IEC 61000-4-27 standard. If the source regulation check fails, check the system connections.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 11.10 Test Reports The IEC 61000-4-27 test module produces a test report when the Print Report button is clicked or the File, Print menu is selected. Test reports include all selected test parameters and options. Note that IEC reports can be generated using one of three alternative methods. See the options menu for details. The IEC 61000-4-27 report generator supports direct printer output or output to a MS Word document.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 12. IEC 61000-4-28 Frequency Variations Immunity Testing 12.1 About This Chapter This chapters covers testing a device for compliance with the IEC 61000-4-28 Frequency Variations test standard. This test is supported through the CIGui32 or CIGuiSII AC source control program. If you purchased a 100-CTS or 300-CTS test system which does not include a California Instruments AC source, you will not be able to perform these tests.
Compliance Test System 3.0 12.2 User Manual Test Setup The following parameters and controls are available for executing the IEC 61000-4-28 test: 128 Control / Field Description Nominal voltage Opening this window will set this parameter to the present steady state voltage setting of the AC source. If required, a new value can be entered for use during the test. At the end of the test, the AC source will remain at this voltage level.
User Manual 12.3 Compliance Test System 3.0 Test Sequence The test sequence implemented by this test consists of a series of frequency variations consistent with commonly found phenomena on the public utility power grid. The objective of this test is to evaluate a product for immunity from such variations. Frequency variations are applied at different levels for different product categories. The user must determine the product class and select the appropriate test level.
Compliance Test System 3.0 12.4 User Manual Test Levels In Annex B of the draft standard, the EUT operating environment classifications are defined based on IEC 1000-2-4. The classifications are as follows: Class Environment Class 1 Applies to protected supplies with compatibility levels lower than public network levels.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 “The test results shall be classified on the basis of the operating conditions and functional specifications of the equipment under test, as in the following, unless different specifications are given by product committees or product specifications.
Compliance Test System 3.0 13. User Manual IEC 61000-4-29p DC Dips and Interruptions Immunity Test (Pre-compliance) The IEC 61000-4-29 implementation in the CIGui32 or CIGuiSII is based on the IEC 61000-4-29 Figure 13-1: IEC 61000-4-29 Test Window standard dated march 24, 2000. This test is offered as a pre-compliance level test only. Not all the DC supply rise and fall time and maximum current requirements can be met under all conditions. (See paragraph 13.8 for details.
User Manual 13.1 Compliance Test System 3.0 Test Setup The following parameters and controls are available for executing the IEC 61000-4-29 test: Parameter / Control Description Nominal DC voltage Opening this window will set the upper voltage range parameter to the present steady state voltage setting of the DC supply. If required, a new value can be entered for use during the test. At the end of the test, the DC Supply will remain at this voltage level.
Compliance Test System 3.0 Field / Control User Manual Description Voltage Dips and Interruptions Voltage Variations. Either one or both sequences can be selected for execution. 13.2 Output Select The output selection is shown to the left. If a 3 phase AC/DC power source model is used, this field allows selection of output channel A, B, C or all three channels (outputs). The same test sequence is applied to all selected outputs. For single phase power systems, this field defaults to channel A.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 For PC's using US Windows Settings (period as decimal separator), use the following files: Generic IEC 1000-4-29 Short Interruptions.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual For PC's using European Windows Settings (comma as decimal separator), use the following files: Euro Generic IEC 1000-4-29 Voltage Variations.429 Euro Generic IEC 1000-4-29 Voltage Dips.429 Euro Generic IEC 1000-4-29 Voltage Dips Ints and Vars.429 Euro Generic IEC 1000-4-29 Voltage Dips and Interruptions.429 Euro Generic IEC 1000-4-29 Short Interruptions.429 The user may create as many test files as desired using the data entry grid.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 As a general rule, the test result is positive if the equipment shows its immunity, for the duration of the application of the test, and at the end of the tests the EUT fulfills the functional requirements established in the technical specification.” The user has to make this determination by observing the unit under test. At the end of the test, the GUI will pop up a dialog box asking the operator to assess the state of the EUT.
Compliance Test System 3.0 13.8 User Manual Source Requirements The IEC 61000-4-29 imposes certain requirements on the DC test generator used. Not all of these requirements can be met with the iX Series AC/DC power source.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 14. Customizing IEC 61000-4 Test Parameters 14.1 About This Chapter This chapters covers describes how to modify aspects of IEC 61000-4 immunity testing to accommodate different product committee requirements. The available 61000-4 tests implemented in the CIGui32 or CIGuiSII program are based on the most recent officially published test standard. Future changes in test levels can be accommodated without the need to upgrade the CIGui32 or CIGuiSII program.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual User Prompts Some EUT's will require resetting and readjustment when the power dips or is interrupted for a long period. If this is the case, then set GapDelay0 = -1. This will cause the test sequence to halt and wait for user intervention. When ready to resume test press “OK”. 14.2.2 IEC413.
User Manual 14.3 Compliance Test System 3.0 Sample File IEC411.411 The CIGUI32 program supports two different implementations of the IEC 61000-4-11 standard. One is based on the -411 firmware option. This version does not use an ini file but stored test sequences in a proprietary format instead. If your system uses an iX Series AC power source but does not have the -411 option installed, the following IEC411.411 file is used to store the test sequence. You can create additional files with the .
Compliance Test System 3.0 14.4 User Manual Sample File IEC413.413 Following is a listing of the default IEC411.413 file shipped with the CIGUI32 program. If for some reason your 413 file is lost or you would like to restore it to its original condition, use the values shown here.
User Manual Compliance Test System 15. Specifications 15.1 About This Chapter This chapters provides the technical specifications of the CTS measurement system and the Power Analysis and Conditioning System unit (PACS-1. PACS-3 and PACS-3-75). If the CTS system you have includes an AC power source, refer to the separate AC source user manual that shipped with the AC source. Note: 15.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Measurement Specification Unit Power Range PACS-1 / PACS-3 Range PACS-3-75 Accuracy 0.1 - 12,500 W/ph 0.1 - 22,500 W/ph ± 0.25 % ± 0.25 % FS ± 20mW Resolution 0.1 mW W Apparent Power Range PACS-1 / PACS-3 Range PACS-3-75 Accuracy 0.01 - 12,500 VA/ph 0.01 - 22,500 VA/ph ± 0.15% ± 0.15% FS ± 20 Resolution 0.01 mVA VA Power Factor Range 0.00 - ± 1.00 Accuracy ± 0.05 Resolution 0.01 Crest Factor Range 20:1 Accuracy ± 0.005 Resolution 0.
User Manual 15.3 Compliance Test System 3.0 PACS Specification The PACS unit creates the mechanical and electrical interface between the AC source, the EUT and the PC. It provides the necessary isolation and signal conditioning to perform the measurements needed. PACS units are available in single and three phase configurations. Single phase CTS systems are supplied with a PACS-1 single phase unit, three phase CTS systems are supplied with a PACS-3 or PACS-30-75 three phase unit.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Frequency may not be 50Hz depending on power source used and application. 15.4 Environmental Parameter Specification Operating Temp: 0 degrees to +40 degrees Celsius. Storage Temp: 0 degrees to +70 degrees Celsius. Humidity: Operating:. Storage: ≤90% RH up to 40° C ≤90% RH up to 40° C, ≤75% RH up to 70° C. Creepage and 15.5 Clearance: Rated for Pollution Degree 2.
User Manual 15.6 Compliance Test System 3.0 Flicker Reference Impedance Flicker measurements require the use of a reference impedance according to IEC 725. Since this reference impedance has to be matched to the output of the AC source used, the PACS-1 is available in different versions to accommodate the different AC sources that may be part of the CTS system. The following reference impedances are available: Model Phases Flicker Impedance PACS-1RP 1 For RP Series based CTS system.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 15.6.1 Single Phase Reference Impedance The CTS systems based on the ix Series use a programmable output impedance to meet the flicker reference impedance requirements. All non-ix Series based CTS systems require the use of an external reference impedance. Consult the factory for configuration information. If the CTS system was supplied with a PACS-1RP (1251RP-CTS), the required single phase reference impedance is built into the PACS-1RP unit.
User Manual 16. Configuration Options 16.1 About this Chapter Compliance Test System 3.0 The CTS 3.0 software allows many parameters and operational characteristics to be customized to meet changing test standards and standard interpretations. Rather than providing a rigid programmed method, most of the operational characteristics such as IEC test limits, test window times and filter characteristics are data base driven.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 16.2.1 Calibration and Configuration Data The following calibration and configuration data is available to the user. If the correct password has been entered, this information can be updated. If not, it can only be viewed. Any changes will be logged and time stamped so an audit trail is available. 150 Field Description Main Displays information on the A/D card and base sampling frequency.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Field Impedance Description These fields set the flicker reference impedance values when using an iX Series with programmable impedance. Values used may differ between European and Japanese standards. The Japanese standard presently requires the use of the reference impedance for both harmonics and flicker tests. During harmonics tests, this will result in high voltage distortion. This conflict has not been resolved at this time.
Compliance Test System 3.0 17. Calibration 17.1 About This Chapter User Manual This chapter covers two basic functions: System calibration and system configuration. Single phase calibration is covered first and additional steps for three phase calibration are also covered. System configuration is then covered detailing the steps to properly set up the AC power source.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Figure 17-1 : CTS 3.0 Calibration Program Main Screen 17.3 Install A/D Card in PC The PACS must be calibrated with the A/D PCI card that was supplied with the system. If the card is replaced, the system must be re-calibrated. Install the PCI card into the test computer and connect it to the rear terminal of the PACS with the DB37-DB68 cable provided. 17.4 PACS-x Calibration Setup To calibrate the CTS measurement system, proceed as follows: 1.
Compliance Test System 3.0 17.5 User Manual Configuration Procedure 1. Start the Calibration module located in the Compliance Test System Program group called Calibration (See Figure 17-1). 2. Fill in the information for PACS serial #, Power source to be used for the calibration, and your name or ID. Make all other appropriate selections before clicking on the Calibrate button. 3.
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User Manual 17.6 Compliance Test System 3.0 Installing New CTS 3.0 Calibration Data If you have send in the CTS 3.0 system for calibration at a remote calibration lab or at California Instruments, the PC normally used to run the CTS system will typically not have the new calibration on it when you receive the PACS and A/D card back. The new calibration data will be received on a removable medium such as a CD ROM or floppy disk or emailed to you as an alternative.
Compliance Test System 3.0 18. Principle Of Operation 18.1 General User Manual The Compliance Test System is a power measurement and power analyzer system. The three basic building blocks are: 18.2 • AC power, either line power or, typically, a CI power source to provide the proper voltage and frequency for the test at hand. • PACS-1 or PACS-3 measurement unit.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 CAUTION VOLTAGES UP TO 480 VAC AND 650 VDC MAY BE PRESENT IN CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE COMPANION POWER SOURCES. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES. DEATH ON CONTACT MAY RESULT IF PERSONNEL FAIL TO OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS WHEN POWER IS APPLIED.
Compliance Test System 3.0 19. Service 19.1 Cleaning User Manual The exterior of the power source or the PACS unit may be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a mild detergent and wrung out. Disconnect mains power before cleaning. Do not spray water or other cleaning agents directly at the equipment. 19.2 General This section describes the suggested maintenance and troubleshooting procedure. The troubleshooting procedure is divided into two sections.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 19.3.2 Power Source Shuts Down CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE, REMEDY The power source shuts down when the EUT load is applied If the companion power source shuts down when the EUT load is applied, it is very likely that the power source is being severely overloaded.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual Figure 19-1: Location of AC Sensor Assy.
User Manual 19.4 Compliance Test System 3.0 Advanced Troubleshooting If it is suspected that the AC sensor circuit board inside the PACS unit is defective it will be necessary to remove the top cover of the unit and perform some basic tests to determine if the circuit is functioning properly. See Figure 33 for location. CAUTION: VOLTAGES UP TO 312 VAC ARE PRESENT IN CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THIS POWER EQUIPMENT. WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES.
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual 19.4.5 Power-On Troubleshooting - Voltage Sense 1. Connect the DMM common to TP1. 2. Connect the other DMM lead to TP2. This is the phase A voltage sense output. 3. Apply a test voltage to the PACS input terminals TB4. Use Neutral and ph- A 4. The reading at TP2 should be 1/100 of the input voltage. For example, if 120 V rms is applied at TB4, then there should be 1.20V rms at TP2. PACS-3 ONLY 5. Connect the other DMM lead to TP3.
User Manual Compliance Test System 3.0 Index 2 D 24 x Dmax Test............................................... 86 description CTS.............................................................. 12 device class..................................................... 70 disks distribution ................................................... 61 display resolution ..................................................... 74 distribution disks.............................................. 61 A A/D card .............
Compliance Test System 3.0 User Manual JP11............................................................. 57 JP13............................................................. 58 I I/O address ..................................................... 58 IEC .................................................................. 17 address........................................................ 28 ANSI address .............................................. 28 directive ...............................................
User Manual PACS......................................................... 145 status............................................................... 40 T Temperature operating,storage ...................................... 146 template .......................................................... 71 test classes .................................................. 18, 22 test data file harmonics.................................................... 82 test margin flicker ...........................................
