California Instruments MX Series User Manual
Summary of MX Series
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7003-960 rev ay www.Programmablepower.Com mx series ac and dc power source user manual series i / series ii.
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 2 user's manual california instruments - ac power source by ametek programmable power. Models: • mx30-1 • mx30-3 • mx30-3pi • mx45-1 • mx45-3 • mx45-3pi • mx60-3 • mx60-3pi (-mb) • mx90-3 • mx90-3pi (-mb) • mx135-3 • mx135-3pi (-mb) • mx180-3 ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 3 about ametek ametek programmable power, inc., a division of ametek, inc., is a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision, programmable power supplies for r&d, test and measurement, process control, power bus simulation and pow...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 4 important safety instructions before applying power to the system, verify that your product is configured properly for your particular application. Warning hazardous voltages may be present when covers are removed. Qualified personnel must u...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 5 product family: mx series ac power source warranty period: 1 year warranty terms ametek programmable power, inc. (“ametek”), provides this written warranty covering the product stated above, and if the buyer discovers and notifies ametek in ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 6 table of contents 1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 11 1.1 general description ...................................................
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 7 7.1 cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 183 7.2 general ..............................................................................
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 8 list of figures figure 2-1: mx30-3 voltage / current rating chart for 150/300 v ac ranges. ..................................................................... 17 figure 2-2: mx45-3 voltage / current rating chart for 150/300 v ac ranges – m...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 9 figure 4-32: selecting waveforms for single phase or all phases ....................................................................................... 127 figure 4-33: custom waveform creation with gui program .................................
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 10 list of tables table 3-1: suggested input wiring sizes for each mx cabinet * ............................................................................................ 44 table 3-2: suggested output wiring sizes * ...........................
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 11 1. Introduction this instruction manual contains information on the installation, operation, calibration and maintenance of all power systems that use the mx series power sources with the programmable controller. 1.1 general description the...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 12 1.3 different model series there are two versions of the mx series product, series i and series ii. This user manual covers both mx model series with top level assembly part numbers 7003-400 (series i) and 7003-422 (series ii). The differen...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 13 2. Specifications specifications shown are valid over an ambient temperature range of 25 ± 5 ° c and apply after a 30 minute warm-up time. Unless otherwise noted, all specifications are per phase for sine wave output into a resistive load. ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 14 2.1.2 output note: all specifications are for ac and dc unless otherwise indicated. Output parameter mx30 mx45 mx60 mx90 mx135 modes std controller ac, dc pi controller ac, dc, ac+dc voltage: ranges (l-n): ac mode low: 0 - 150 v / high: 0 -...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 15 output parameter mx30 mx45 mx60 mx90 mx135 output noise: (20 khz to 1 mhz) rms low v range rms high v range output coupling dc coupled except on optional -hv or -xv voltage range output, which is ac coupled. Power (total power for all phase...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 16 output parameter mx30 mx45 mx60 mx90 mx135 v lo: 300 a v hi: 150 a v lo: 600 a v hi: 300 a v lo: 900 a v hi: 450 a frequency range: standard: 16 hz - 819.0 hz (for –hv option range, 45 hz – 819.0 hz) -lf option: 16 hz - 500.0 hz -hf option:...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 17 figure 2-1: mx30-3 voltage / current rating chart for 150/300 v ac ranges. Current (rms) voltage (rms) 75 300 100 60 80 40 20 50 a 150 low v range high v range 100 a 7.5 15 figure 2-2: mx45-3 voltage / current rating chart for 150/300 v ac ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 18 figure 2-3: voltage / current rating chart for 150/300 v ac ranges – derated..
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 19 figure 2-4: mx30-3 voltage / current rating chart for 200/400 v dc ranges figure 2-5: mx45-3 voltage / current rating chart for 200/400 v dc ranges – max. Rating current (dc) voltage (dc) 100 400 50 30 40 20 10 25 a 200 low v range high v r...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 20 2.1.3 ac measurements measurement specifications apply to mx30-3 / mx30-3pi / mx45-3 or mx45-3pi in three-phase mode. See notes for other models and configurations. Parameter range accuracy ( ± ) resolution frequency 16.00 - 820.0 hz 0.01% ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 21 2.1.4 dc measurements parameter range accuracy ( ± ) resolution voltage 0 - 400 volts 0.5 volts 0.1 volt current 0 - 400 amps 0.5 amps 0.01 amp power 0 - 10 kw 30 w 10 w note: accuracy specifications are valid above 100 counts. For current ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 22 parameter specification when not uses as trig out. This function is mutually exclusive with the function strobe output. Function strobe: active for any voltage or frequency program change. 400 µ s pulse for voltage or frequency change. Isol...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 23 2.1.7 unit protection input over current: in-line fast acting fuses. Check fuse rating in service and maintenance section. Ratings will depend on ac input configuration settings. Circuit breaker for lv supply. Input over voltage: automatic ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 24 2.3 environmental parameter specification operating temp: 0° to +35 ° c. (except in cp mode). +32° to +104° f. Storage temp: -40° to +85 ° c. -40° to +185° f. Altitude: relative humidity: 0-95 % rah, non-condensing maximum for temperatures ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 25 displays: lcd graphics display: a large high contrast lcd display with backlight provides easy to read guidance through all setup operations. An adjustable viewing angle makes it easy to read from all practical locations. Status indicators:...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 26 note: requires use of mxgui windows application software provided on cd rom cic496. -amd airbus amd24c test software (refer to avionics software manual p/n 4994-971 for details).. Note: requires use of mxgui windows application software pro...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 27 external accessories (external to mx chassis) 7003-416-1 input / output wiring junction box. Connects two to six three-phase mx45 cabinet outputs, neutral and ground to a common output terminal block housed in a metal enclosure junction box...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 28 output parameter mx30 mx45 mx60 mx90 mx135 with –hf option: 45 hz – 905 hz (see also –hf option specification.).
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 29 note: output specifications apply below the current / voltage rating lines shown in the v/i rating chart below. Figure 2-7: mx30-3 voltage / current rating chart, -hv option current (rms) voltage (rms) 100 200 300 400 37.5 37.5 a -hv range ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 30 2.6.2 -xv option specifications consult factory for -xv option specifications. 2.6.3 -hf option specifications the -hf option extends the maximum available output frequency from 819 hz to 905 hz. Some restrictions are in effect at this incr...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 31 figure 2-10: -hf option voltage frequency rating 300v range figure 2-11: -hf option voltage frequency rating 150v range.
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 32 2.6.4 -lf option specifications the -lf option limits the maximum available output frequency to 500 hz. All other specifications of the mx45 system remain unchanged if this option is installed. 2.6.5 whm option specifications watt-hour meas...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 33 2.6.6 snk (ac or dc) option specifications the –snk or current sink option enables the mx power source to sink current from the unit under test. This mode of operation is particularly useful when testing grid-tied products that feed energy ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 34 2.7 supplemental specifications supplemental specifications are not warranted and generally reflect typical performance characteristics. These characteristics have been checked on a type test basis only and are not verified on each unit shi...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 35 2.7.3 output noise spectrum the mx series is a switching power supply and as such will have a certain amount of switching noise at its output. While the overall rms noise is specified, the specific noise spectrum will differ slightly from u...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 36 figure 2-12: mx output filter option schematic.
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 37 figure 2-13: mx45 output noise 10 khz – 1 mhz.
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 38 figure 2-14: mx45 output noise 10 khz - 1 mhz with optional filter.
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 39.
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 40 3. Unpacking and installation 3.1 unpacking inspect the unit for any possible shipping damage immediately upon receipt. If damage is evident, notify the carrier. Do not return an instrument to the factory without prior approval. Do not dest...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 41 3.3 mechanical installation the mx's are completely self-contained power sources. They are to be used free standing on a solid surface. The units are fan cooled, drawing air in from the front and exhausting at the rear. The front and back o...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 42 figure 3-2: location of ac input fuse block and chassis ground connection - front view, access panel removed note: to comply with product safety requirements, earth ground must be connected to the chassis of the ac power system using the gr...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 43 3ø ac line input protective ground external circuit breaker ac mains 3 phase figure 3-3: mx series ac input connection diagram (rear view).
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 44 the input power cables and protective circuit breaker used must be large enough to handle the input current and input voltage of the power source and must conform to local electrical codes. Consult a qualified electrician prior to installat...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 45 caution: the ac input fuses can only be checked is the mx unit is completely de-energized and disconnected from any ac power input. Note: under no circumstances should ac input power be applied if one or more of the ac input line fuses have...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 46 3.6 output connections 3.6.1 output wiring the output terminal blocks, tb1a and tb1b are located at the front of the unit behind the bottom access panel. See figure 3-2 for details. Three phase output line connections are made to terminal b...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 47 the output power cables must be large enough to prevent a total voltage drop exceeding 1% of the rated output voltage between the power source and the load. Table 3-2 shows the size of the cables that may be used. Note that wires must be si...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 48 output terminal blocks the mx30-3, mx30-3pi, mx45-3 and mx45-3pi have two output terminal blocks, tb1a and tb1b. The mx45-1 only has one output terminal block, tb1b. The terminal blocks are large enough to accommodate the recommended wire g...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 49 figure 3-6: location of output terminals (front view) 3.6.2 mx45-1, mx30-1, mx30-3pi and mx45-3pi 1 ø mode output wiring diagram figure 3-7 shows the required output connections for a mx30-1, mx45-1, mx30-3pi or mx45-3pi in single-phase mod...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 50 figure 3-7: mx30-1 / mx45-1 output wiring (rear view).
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 51 3.6.3 mx30-3, mx45-3, mx30-3pi and mx45-3pi 3ø mode output wiring diagram figure 3-8 shows the required output connections for a mx30-3, mx45-3 three phase or an mx30-3pi and mx45-3pi in three-phase mode output configuration (rear-view pers...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 52 3.6.4 mx60 or mx90 output wiring diagram figure 3-9 shows the required output connections for a mx60-3 or mx90-3 three phase output configuration (rear-view perspective). Always disconnect all input power from the mx60 or mx90 before removi...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 53 figure 3-10: two mx's in clock and lock mode output wiring (rear view).
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 54 3.6.5 mx135 output wiring diagram figure 3-11 shows the required output connections for a mx135-3pi or mx135-3pi-mb three phase output configuration (rear-view perspective). Always disconnect all input power from the mx135 before removing t...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 55 figure 3-11: mx135 or mx135-mb output wiring (rear view).
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 56 figure 3-12: three mx's in clock and lock mode - output wiring (rear view).
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 57 3.6.6 mx180, mx225, and mx270 output wiring diagram figure 3-11 shows the required output connections for a mx180-3pi through mx270-3pi three phase output configuration (rear-view perspective). For mx180, only 4 cabinets are used and for mx...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 58 figure 3-13: mx180, mx225 or mx270 output wiring (rear view).
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 59 3.6.7 multi-chassis output connections if two or more mx chassis are used to form a single power system, the outputs of all chassis need to be combined (paralleled by phase). This can be done directly at the eut if convenient or using the p...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 60 3.7 connectors - rear panel a number of connectors are located along the top rear covers. These connectors are in a recessed area to protect them from shipment damage. 3.7.1 system interface warning: the system interface connectors are for ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 61 p8 / p9 description 20 300 vrng: 300 v ac range select 21 com: common. Signal return. 22 /rem off: remote off control not 23 com: common. Signal return 24 flk/byp: flicker / bypass omni control 25 /ovl: overload not 26 cla: current limit a....
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 62 3.7.3 bnc connectors bnc connectors. Functions are called out on rear panel decal. Table shows connections from left to right when standing at the rear of the mx cabinet. Table 3-6: bnc connectors bnc description 1 trigger input (ttl input)...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 63 3.7.5 rs232c serial interface connector an rs232 serial interface connector is located on the rear panel on all models. Note that two versions of the rs232 exist on the mx model series depending on the age of the unit. Older models can be i...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 64 db-9 pc db-9 ac source pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 direction output input output output - input - - output description reserved receive data(rxd) transmit data (txd) data terminal ready (dtr) signal ground data set ready (ds...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 65 3.7.6 usb interface a standard usb series b device connector is located on the rear panel for remote control. A standard usb cable between the ac source and a pc or usb hub may be used. Note: use of the usb port to control more than one pow...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 66 3.7.7 lan interface – rj45 an optional rj45 ethernet 10baset connector is located on the rear panel for remote control. A standard rj45 utp patch cord between the ac source and a network hub may be used to connect the ac source to a lan. Fo...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 67 3.7.8 es option - emergency switch interconnect for –mb systems – bnc an optional bnc connector is located on the rear panel for connecting multiple chassis, each having a controller and an emergency shut off switch (-es option). This conne...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 68 3.8 multiple cabinet system configurations (incl. –mb) multi-cabinet mx models consist of two or three autonomous or auxiliary mx45-3pi units. Auxiliary units do not have their own controller and are identified easily by their blank front p...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 69 mode master aux single-cab multi-cab 1 2 3 4 s1 top view from back of mx interface board detail view dip s1 chassis figure 3-18: multi-cabinet dip switch location and setting.
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 70 3.9 multiple cabinet power up/down procedures for all multi-cabinet mx series configurations (mx60, mx90, mx135, mx180, mx225 and mx270), the following power up (turn on) and power down (turn off) procedures should be observed. 3.9.1 power ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 71 3.10 clock and lock configurations the mx series may optionally be equipped for clock and lock mode of operation. This mode is a special form of master/auxiliary, which requires each chassis to have its controller. As such, it is possible t...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 72 3.10.2 clock/lock initialization settings the mode of operation of the mx-lks auxiliary unit is determined by the clock mode set in the program2 screen. Since most clock and lock systems are permanently used in this configuration, the clock...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 73 note: this mode of operation is not supported by the mxgui windows software supplied with each mx unit..
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 74 3.11 basic initial functional test caution: work carefully when performing these tests; hazardous voltages are present on the input and output during this test. Refer to figure 3-19 for the required functional test set up. Proceed as follow...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 75 in the unlikely event the power source does not pass the functional test, refer to the calibration procedure in section 6 or call california instrument’s customer satisfaction department for further assistance. Ac line power resistor 15 kw ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 76 3.12 remote inhibit / remote shutdown it may be necessary to provide a remote shutdown of the ac or dc output of the mx. The external remote inhibit input may be used for this purpose (ri). This input is also referred to as remote shutdown....
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 77 3.13 junction box accessory an optional wiring junction box (p/n 7003-416-1) is available which may be used to connect the outputs of 2 to 6 mx cabinets together. The junction box also has a protective ground connection, which must be conne...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 78 3.14 output filter box accessory an optional output filter box (p/n 7003-424-1) is available which may be used reduce the amount of ripple and noise present at the output of the mx30/45-3pi. The filter must be connected between the three-ph...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 79 3.15 fuse box accessory an output fuse box (p/n 7003-426-1) is provided with mx systems consisting of more than 2 cabinets. This fuse box provides protection against excessive current circulating between amplifiers in different chassis in c...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 80 4. Front panel operation 4.1 tour of the front panel the mx series with type p or type pi have identical front panels although some of the keys found on the front panel are only used by mx models with the 3pi controller. If your unit is a p...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 81 4.1.3 status indicator lights four led status indicators are located directly above the mains circuit breaker. These led’s correspond to the following conditions: remote the remote led indicates that the unit is in remote control mode. If t...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 82 4.1.4 the shuttle knob counter clock wise clock wise incr decr figure 4-1: shuttle knob the shuttle knob is located to the right of the lcd screen and is used to change setup parameters. Note that it cannot be used to move the cursor positi...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 83 4.1.5 function keypad the function keypad provides access to all menus and measurement screens. The following keys are located in the function keypad: menu prog wave meas output on/off phase set +/- function figure 4-2: function keypad key ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 84 output on/off the output on/off key toggles the output relay on or off. The state of the output relay is reflected by the green led located directly to the left of the output on/off key. If the green led is lit, the output relay is enabled ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 85 4.1.6 decimal keypad the decimal keypad may be used to enter any numeric parameter required in any of the menu fields. Several fields accept input from either the keypad or the knob. Data entered from the keypad is normally accepted once th...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 86 figure 4-5: cursor down key movement the decimal keypad can be used at any time in lieu of the shuttle knob to change output parameters. Direct data entry is often faster to effect large changes in values than using the shuttle knob. Note t...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 87 4.2 menu structure the next few pages show a map of the available menus in the mx series. There are three main level (level 1) menus from which all other menus can be reached. Frequently used (level 2) menus have a short cut key that provid...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 88 the following top-level menu choices can be accessed from the menu key: entry description menu 1 program the program menu allows output parameters the be changed. Measurements the measurements screens are not menus in that no user entries a...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 89 4.2.2 overview of menu 1 level 1 level 2 level 3 menu 1 program program1 voltage freq volt range curr limit more program2 phase clock mode volt mode dc offset start ø measurement s measurements1 voltage current freq power more measurements ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 90 4.2.3 overview of menu 2 and 3 level 1 level 2 level 3 menu 2 advance harmonics/trace meas. Analysis function view data mode scale trig mode trig source trig phase trig delay start applications applications setup 1 mil-std 704 steady state ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 91 curr 0 curr fs ht curr 0 ht previous screen series ii only series i only output cal volt fs volt fs volt zero v hi-freq phase ofst volt zero iharm fs phase ofst imp. Real fs imp. Real fs imp. React fs imp. React fs imp. Real min imp. Real m...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 92 curr limit sets the current limit value for the current detection system. When the load current value exceeds the set current limit, a fault condition is generated. The actual response of the ac source to a current limit fault is determined...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 93 4.2.5 measurements screens the mx series uses a dsp based data acquisition system to provide extensive information regarding the output of the source. This data acquisition system digitizes the voltage and current waveforms and calculates s...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 94 peak curr this readout reflects the peak current value detected at the output. To measure inrush current for a unit under test, open the output relay and reset the peak current value using the peak curr reset entry. Then program the output ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 95 harmonics/trace analysis screen [3pi controller only] the fourth measurement screen is dedicated to the advanced measurements available on the mx series with 3pi controller only. This screen is not available on the p controllers. The harmon...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 96 data mode selects absolute or relative harmonics display for table and bar view modes. In relative mode, all harmonics are shown in a percentage of the fundamental, which is normalized at 100 %. In absolute mode, the harmonic amplitudes are...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 97 angle (trig phase). In imm mode, the value of this field is ignored. If the trigger source is set to set volt, this field can be used to specify the rms voltage to program the output to and trigger the measurement on. The voltage value set ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 98 4.2.6 transients menu figure 4-11: transients menu the transient menu provides access to the transient list data. Available list length is: series i: both p and pi controllers; 32 data points. This is represented by 32 transient step number...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 99 start/view sequence this entry allows the user to switch to the transient execution menu. This menu provides a list of all available transient list steps and their sequence numbers. From this menu, transient list execution can be started. T...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 100 end delay this is the time delay the voltage level will stay at the end volt level before it proceeds with the next transient event or completes the transient. Function [3pi controller only] this field can be used to select the wave shape ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 101 4.2.6.2 voltage sweep/step sub menu figure 4-13: voltage sweep/step setup screen the voltage sweep and step screen shown in figure 4-13 can be reached from the transient screen as follows: 1. Scroll to the volt sweep/step entry using the u...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 102 repeat this is the number of times the voltage sweep/step transient event will repeat before it will proceed to the next event or exit the transient program. Note that the number of times the transient event is generated is equal to the re...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 103 4.2.6.3 frequency sweep/step sub menu figure 4-14: frequency sweep/step setup screen the voltage sweep and step screen shown in figure 4-14 can be reached from the transient screen as follows: 1. Scroll to the freq sweep/step entry using t...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 104 4.2.6.4 voltage/frequency sweep/step sub menu figure 4-15 voltage/frequency sweep/step setup screen the volt/freq sweep/step screen shown in figure 4-15 can be reached from the transient screen as follows: 1. Scroll to the volt/freq sweep/...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 105 event # this must be the last item in the transient edit screen. All data fields must be entered before inserting the event #. The event # takes value from 1 to 99. The event # defines the order of execution of the transient events in a mu...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 106 4.2.7 waveforms menu [3pi controller only] figure 4-17: waveforms menu the waveforms menu is available on the 3pi controller only. If your unit has a p controller, pressing the wave key on the front panel function keypad has no effect. The...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 107 view (f): this mode can be used to display any of the available user defined waveforms in a frequency domain display. Waveform data is shown by harmonic amplitude and phase relative to the fundamental frequency. Previewing a waveform can b...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 108 a right arrow indicates the waveform is presently selected for the phase. If the cursor is moved to this field, the enter key will execute the selected mode. If the mode is set to prog, pressing enter while the cursor is on the user define...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 109 4.2.8 advance meas. Menu [3pi controller only] this entry in the menu 2 screen displays the harmonics/trace analysis screen which is covered in section 4.6. This field can be used in lieu of the meas key to directly bring up the advanced m...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 110 4.2.10 setup registers menu figure 4-19: setup registers menu the setup registers menu allows the user to store and recall complete instrument setups, including transient program lists. A total of 8 non-volatile setup registers is availabl...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 111 4.2.11 utility menus figure 4-20: utility menus the utility menus provide access to less frequently used setup items. There is no connection between the various entries in the utility menu other than there is no other logical place to put ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 112 initial setup the initial setup menu can be used to determine the ac source settings at power up. Caution: the initial setup can be used to power up the ac source with the output on and a high voltage present at the output. For normal situ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 113 elapsed time the elapsed time screen, when selected from the utility menu, will appear for about 3 seconds. The elapsed time shown is the cumulative amount of time the power source has been on from its initial build. This value is read onl...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 114 4.2.11.1 gpib/rs232 (incl. Usb/lan) setup menu figure 4-21: gpib/rs232 setup menu the gpib/rs232 setup menu may be used to change the interface parameter settings for both the ieee-488 interface and the rs232, usb or lan interface. The num...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 115 4.2.11.2 voltage/current control setup menu figure 4-22: voltage/current control setup menu the voltage/current control setup menu may be used to set output voltage and current control parameters. These parameters are not frequently change...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 116 4.2.11.3 initial setup menu figure 4-23: initial setup menus any time the power source is powered up, the output will reflect the values stored as the initial setup values. This allows the unit to be powered up in a known state at all time...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 117 wave group [3pi controller only] sets the user defined waveform group that will be loaded at power on. Available groups are 0, 1, 2 and 3. Each group can contain up to 50 user-defined waveforms. A waveform group can only be loaded at power...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 118 4.2.11.4 limit setup screen figure 4-24: limit setup menu the limit setup screen is not a menu but only serves to inform the user of the hardware capabilities of the ac source. The cursor can be moved to any of the fields in this screen bu...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 119 4.2.11.5 configuration setup screens figure 4-25: configuration setup menus the configuration setup screens are not menus but only serve to inform the user of the software options installed in the ac source. The cursor can be moved to any ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 120 clock/lock indicates the presence of the -lks clock and lock auxiliary option. For units without -lks, this field is set to n/a. For units with the -lks option installed, this field is set to on. Note that master unit (with -lkm) also has ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 121 note: options –a350, amd24 and –b787 are only visible using the *opt? Bus command and do not have a visible field in the configuration screen for firmware revisions lower than 4.60. For fw revision of 4.60 or higher, see configuration setu...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 122 4.2.12 output impedance menu [mx30-3pi or mx45-3pi model in 3 phase mode only] figure 4-26: output impedance menu the mx30-3pi and mx45-3pi offers programmable output impedance in three-phase mode of operation. This allows the user to simu...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 123 4.2.13 measurement cal factors menu figure 4-27: measurement cal factors menu (series i only) figure 4-28: measurement cal factors menu (series ii only) the measurement cal factors menu provides access to the measurement calibration parame...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 124 4.2.14 output cal factors menu figure 4-29: output cal factors menu (series i only) figure 4-30: output cal factors menu (series ii only) the output cal factors menu provides access to the output calibration parameters. These parameters ar...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 125 4.3 output programming 4.3.1 set the output output parameters are all set from the program screen. 1. Use the menu key and select the program entry. 2. Press the enter key to bring up the program menu. Or 2. Use the prog key to directly br...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 126 4.3.3 change output values with the knob in set mode the set mode of operation is a mode in which changes to output parameters made with the knob or the entry keypad do not affect the output until the enter key is pressed. The ac source is...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 127 required operating mode so the unit powers up in the correct voltage mode 1 . If not, the mode must be selected before applying output power to prevent applying to wrong type of voltage. 4.4 waveform management [3pi controller only] the mx...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 128 the phase key on the front panel. The selected phase is always shown in the top right hand corner of the waveforms display. To select the same wave shape for all three phases in a three-phase configuration, press the phase key until the “ø...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 129 4.4.4 waveform groups waveform groups extend the number of available custom waveform to 200. Each group can contain up to 50 user-defined waveforms. Groups are numbered 0 through 3 and may be selected from the initial setup 3 menu. To swit...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 130 figure 4-34: waveform crest factor affects max. Rms voltage the figure shown here illustrates the relationship between the crest factor of the wave shape (or its “peakiness”) and the maximum peak voltage allowed for a given voltage range. ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 131 the frequency domain view mode in the waveforms menu may be used to visualize the content of each custom waveform register on the lcd. Figure 4-35: waveform frequency domain view mode 4.4.7 switching waveforms waveforms can be switched as ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 132 4.5 standard measurements standard measurements are always available through the meas key on the front panel. These measurements are spread across two to four screens to enhance readability. Switching between these screens can be done by s...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 133 4.5.2 3pi controller measurements for mx series with the -3pi controller, the following four measurement screens are available: mode ac dc ac+dc measurements 1 voltage ac rms voltage dc voltage ac rms voltage current ac rms current dc curr...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 134 4.5.3 accuracy considerations any measurement system has a finite accuracy specification. Measurement specifications are listed in section 2. When using the ac source for measurement purposes, always consider these specifications when inte...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 135 8. Move the cursor to the start field and press the enter key. The display that you selected will be shown. If you are in cont trigger mode, the data will be updated about once per second. You can return to the harmonics/trace analysis scr...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 136 4.6.2 waveform acquisition the waveform acquisition mode allows voltage and/or current data waveforms to be captured and displayed. This mode is selected by choosing the view =trace mode in the harmonics/trace analysis screen. Voltage and ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 137 4.6.2.2 analyzing waveform data the data displays available for acquired waveform data allow you to scroll through the entire acquisition buffer. For waveform displays, the knob can be used to scroll through the display horizontally. The u...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 138 4.6.3 triggering measurements both fft results and waveform acquisitions may have to be positioned at a specific moment in time. To allow the data acquisition to coincide with user specified events, the measurement system can be triggered ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 139 this mode is appropriate when capturing analyzing events at a specific phase angle such as the zero crossing of the voltage. Note that the phase angle of the current with respect to the voltage is determined by the load, so triggering at a...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 140 this mode is appropriate for capturing the inrush current of a load by programming the voltage to a specified value and capturing the voltage and current at that moment in time. A further refinement can be made by specifying the voltage st...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 141 4.6.3.3 trigger delay the trigger delay field allows the user the set the amount of pre- or post-trigger data that should be used when positioning the data acquisition window with respect to the trigger moment. Post-trigger delay a positiv...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 142 pre trigger delay alternatively, a negative trigger delay value may be specified up to the maximum time window depth of the acquisition window. The value may be entered directly from the keyboard or using the knob. The following time inter...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 143 4.7 transient programming 4.7.1 introduction transient programming provides a precise timing control over output voltage and frequency changes. This mode of operation can be used to test a product for susceptibility to common ac line condi...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 144 4.7.4 pulse transients pulse transients let you program the output to a specified value for a predetermined amount of time. At the end of the pulse transient, the output voltage returns to its previous value. Parameters required to set up ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 145 4.7.5 list transients list transients provide the most versatile means of controlling the output in a specific manner as they allow a series of parameters to be programmed in a timed sequence. The following figure shows a voltage output ge...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 146 8. The start ø may be left at random as we are not interested in starting at a specific phase angle. If a number is already present in this field, use the backspace ( clear it. 9. Move the cursor to the go to volt field and enter 160.0 10....
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 147 note: the ac source output remains at the last programmed values at the completion of the list. In three-phase mode, the voltage lists are phase selectable. You can set up a different voltage list for each phase. To do this, use the phase ...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 148 4.7.7 switching waveforms the function field available in each transient list event setup menu may be used to dynamically switch waveforms during transient execution. This allows different waveforms to be used during transient execution. W...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 149 4.7.8 transient execution figure 4-45: start/view transient sequence menu a transient list can be executed from the start/view transient sequence menu. To start a transient list, position the cursor on the start field as shown in figure 4-...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 150 5. Principle of operation 5.1 general an explanation of the circuits in the mx series is given in this section. Refer to figure 5-1 for a basic functional block diagram of the system. Figure 5-2 shows a more detailed system interconnect fo...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 151 each power module contains a three-phase pfc power input module. The pfc module acts as a boost converter using a pwm converter topology to generate a 450 vdc regulated bus. A bank of high capacity electrolytic capacitors for each dc bus e...
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User manual – rev ay ametek programmable power mx series 152 5.3 controller assembly the controller assembly is located in the top section of the mx unit. To access this assembly, the top cover needs to be removed. The controller assembly consists of three printed circuit boards connected by a ribbo...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 154 figure 5-2: mx series detailed block diagram.
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 156 5.4 system interface board the system interface board is located in the top section of the mx unit. To access this assembly, the top cover needs to be removed. The system interface board, a6, receives the oscillator signal from the cpu con...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 157 5.7 power module each mx chassis accommodates three power modules. These power modules are located in the center of the chassis and can be removed from the front after removing the front cover. Each power modules is fully self-contained an...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 158 5.7.1 pfc input power converter the pcf section is located at the bottom of each power module. Ac power enters the power module at the pfc input section. The pfc section using a pwm boost converter to turn the unregulated three phase 140 v...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 159 5.7.3 amplifier boards the amplifier boards are each attached to a heat sink and stacked on top of each other at the top portion of the power module enclosure. Sets of two boards are held together by a bracket which screws into the back wa...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 160 5.7.4 filter boards a set of two identical inductor boards is located behind the modulator board and next to the four amplifier boards. One filter board handles the "a" output, the other handles the "b" output. In addition to the filtering...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 161 caution voltages up to 480 vac and 500 vdc are present in certain sections of this power source. This equipment generates potentially lethal voltages. Death on contact may result if personnel fail to observe safety precautions. Do not touc...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 162 6. Calibration the routine calibration should be performed every 12 months. Non-routine calibration is only required if a related assembly is replaced or if the periodic calibration is unsuccessful. Calibration of the mx system can be perf...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 163 6.2 front panel calibration screens the calibration screens for output or measurement calibration can be selected from the menu 3 screen. (press menu button several times to toggle to menu 3 screen.) to select the output calibration screen...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 164 dmm 3ø ac line input connect a and n hi lo sense leads n a eut connection figure 6-1: calibration setup mx45-1 (rear view).
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 165 dmm 3ø ac line input connect a, b or c hi lo sense leads eut connection n c b a figure 6-2: calibration setup mx30-3pi, mx45-3pi or mx30-3, mx45-3 (rear view).
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 166 6.3 routine measurement calibration the mx series controller measures voltage and current by digitizing both voltage and current waveforms on each available output phase. This data is subsequently processed and use to calculate all measure...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 167 connect the load to the output. Use the 1 mohm current shunt in series with the load to measure the ac and dc load current. When programming a dc load always program the output voltage to 0 volts before changing the output load. This will ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 168 6.3.1 measurement cal - ac to calibrate ac measurements, set the power source to the ac mode. Select the measurement cal entry from the menu 3 screen. Refer to section 4.2.13 for relevant lcd screen. Note: for the following calibration ste...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 169 enter the actual dc load current for the curr zero parameter in the measurement calibration screen and press the enter key. Save this value by pressing the set key. Dc current full-scale: program the output to 0 volts on the 200 range. App...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 170 6.4 routine output calibration for best results, it is recommended to perform the measurement calibration procedure first. See section 6.3. The mx series i has more calibration coefficients than the mx series ii. Where relevant, this is in...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 171 6.4.1 output cal series ii only 300 vac range dc zero: program the output to the 300 vac range by pressing and selecting the 300 range with the shuttle. Program the output to 0.0 volts and 60 hz. Go to the output cal screen, select the vol...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 172 150 vac range hi freq: [applies to mx series i only] press the program key and program the output to 120.0 volts and 400 hz. Go the output cal screen and select the v hi freq parameter. Adjust the output with the shuttle for an output of 1...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 173 6.4.5 output cal 400 v dc range(series i only) 400 vdc range volt zero: press the program key. Press the program key and select the 400 vdc range. Program 0.0 vdc. Go to the output cal screen and adjust the volt zero for 0.0 ± 0.005 volts ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 174 6.4.6 three phase mode as indicated earlier, for 3-phase power system, repeat the preceding steps for the phase b and c outputs. The order in which the outputs for each phase are calibrated is not important. Press the phase key to select e...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 175 6.4.8 option -413 calibration if the iec61000-4-13 auxiliary generator option is installed, the following calibration procedure applies. Refer to for the locations of the adjustment pots on the aux. Waveform generator (ci p/n 7004-719-1). ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 176 top view from back of mx interface board detail view 7003-719 iec413 board chassis cpu/phase a shield aux generator adjustments r9 r10 r11 figure 6-5: -413 option aux generator adjustments.
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 177 6.4.9 output calibration summary the following table is a summary of the preceding calibration steps. Note that series ii mx models have fewer calibration coefficients. Program the following values in the table and make the adjustments in ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 178 6.5 non-routine calibration the non-routine calibration may involve removing the front or top cover of the power source. Use extreme caution when performing any of these tasks while the system is connected to ac mains and/or powered up. 6....
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 179 if the power system to be adjusted is an mx60, mx90 or an mx135, the procedure involves matching the output voltage of the a, b and c power modules in the master cabinet to the a, b and c power modules in the auxiliary cabinet(s). Proceed ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 180 6.5.2 current limit calibration note: this procedure only applies to mx systems with top assembly p/n 7003-400-1 (series i). If the mx system is p/n 7003-422, this section can be skipped. To check the model top assembly part number, consul...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 181 6.5.3 output impedance calibration (mx30-3pi / mx45-3pi only) for the output impedance calibration, two hp 34401a dmm's or equivalent must be used. The following modes must be programmed: 6 digits, ac filter, slow: 3 hz and 6 digits. One d...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 182 check the connections and phase measurements if this is not the case to make sure the measurement readings you get are indeed correct. If it is necessary to adjust the pots, see table 6-6 for the corresponding pot designators. The top cove...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 183 7. Service 7.1 cleaning the exterior of the power source may be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a mild detergent and wrung out. Disconnect mains power to the source before cleaning. Do not spray water or other cleaning agents directly o...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 184 7.3.3 overload light is on cause solution unit is overloaded remove overload or check cl setting unit is switched to high voltage range. Select correct voltage range. 7.3.4 distorted output cause solution power source is grossly overloaded...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 185 7.4 advanced troubleshooting. Warning: do not connect 400-480v into the 208-240v unit, the result could be a severely damaged unit. Caution: voltages up to 480 vac and 450 vdc are present in certain sections of this power source. Warning: ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 186 7.4.5 power-on troubleshooting using the led’s. Warning: do not touch any parts inside the unit during this test as they will be live and dangerous. Always wear safety glasses. If the three input fuses are ok, then reconnect the main ac in...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 187 7.4.6 other no output conditions if one or more outputs (phase a, b or c) do not produce an output, it may be caused by an amplifier failure. Amplifier failures can either be input (pfc) or output related (amp). To determine if this is the...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 188 7.6 fuses fuse # function fuse value ci # f1, f2, f3 ac mains input, 208 - 240v. 200a 270246 f1, f2, f3 ac mains input, 400 - 480v 110a 270226 f1 power module pfc fuse 100a 270249 f1 – f8 amp heat sink fuses 30a 270168 table 7-2: mx fuse r...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 189 7.7 firmware updates all mx series units shipped with firmware revision 1.00 or higher support firmware updates over the rs232c interface. If your unit came with a firmware revision less than 1.00 (0.Xx), contact customer service at suppor...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 190 power up the ac source using its on/off switch. A message will appear on the lcd once the power comes on: please wait… after about 30 seconds, this message changes to: loading program… when this “loading program…” message appears on the lc...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 191 click on the “init port” button. If the selected port can be initialized, the “flash update” button will be enabled. If not, check the selected com port and make sure it is the one connected to the mx. Press the “flash update” button. This...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 192 8. Top assembly replaceable parts note that different generation mx units may use different sub assemblies. Check the serial tag on the back of the mx to determine the applicable top assembly number to determine the correct sub assembly or...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 193 ref. Ci p/n description vendor qty location eecls57.22ntw k5 245237 relay, 3c, 100a, 24vdc ee controls eecls57.22ntw 1 k4 245237 relay, 3c, 100a, 24vdc ee controls eecls57.22ntw 1 ref. Ci p/n description vendor qty location amplifier assy....
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 194 seq # ci p/n description vendor qty assy. Number and location top assembly 7003-400-01 f1 270246 fuse, 200a, 600v ferraz shawmut a6t200 littlefuse jlls 200 1 f2 270246 fuse, 200a, 600v ferraz shawmut a6t200 littlefuse jlls 200 1 for 208v /...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 195 9. Options 9.1 introduction there are a number of options available for the mx series, both hardware and software. While not all or no options may be present on your specific unit, this section of the manual incorporates the user documenta...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 196 9.2 option -hv: additional ac voltage range the -hv option provides an additional ac only output voltage range of 0-400 vrms. There is no equivalent 200 vrms range associated with the -hv option but the standard 0-150 v rms and 0-300 v rms...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 197 9.3 option –160: rtca/do-160 tests the rtca/do-160 option is made up of both firmware that resides in the power source and the mxgui windows application program. The firmware covers revision d and can be used from the front panel or under ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 198 5. Frequency modulation test 6. Momentary power interrupt (undervoltage) test 7. Voltage surge (overvoltage) test 8. Frequency transients test(group 1 only) frequency variation test (group 2 and 3 only) dc source: 1. Normal state voltage t...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 199 scroll to the rtca/do-160d entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the enter key to select the rtca/do 160d main menu. The screen will appear as shown in figure 9-2. Note: the user has to turn on the output relay before starting a t...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 200 frequency 380 390 360 360 table 9-1: normal voltage and frequency minimum standard/group rtca group1 group2 group3 voltage 1 122 122 122 122 3 120.5 120.5 120.5 120.5 frequency 420 410 650 800 table 9-2: normal voltage and frequency maximu...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 201 figure 9-4: voltage modulation.
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 202 frequency modulation this test requires a numeric value equal to the modulation rate in hz. This value must be between 0.01 hz and 100 hz. The frequency modulation is calculated based on the modulation rate as defined in figure 9-5. This t...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 203 power interrupt this test requires a numeric entry value equal to the test number. The tests are grouped as follows: • test numbers 1 through 15 are for all standard and groups. See figure 9-6 for details of the tests. • test numbers 16 an...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 204 t1 0 volt f1 f2 t2 t3 test no. 21(i) 22(ii) 23(iii) 24(iv) 25(v) 26(vi) t1 (ms) 50 50 100 100 200 200 f1 (hz) 360 fmax 360 fmax 360 fmax f2 (hz) fmax 360 fmax 360 fmax 360 fmax = 650 hz for group 2 fmax = 800 hz for group 3 t2 = 20 msec t3...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 205 frequency transients (group 1 only) seq. No frequency time 1 400 5 minute 2 440 150msec 3 400 5sec. 4 350 150msec 5 400 5sec. Table 9-5: normal frequency transient sequence this test applies to group 1 only. At 115 voltage, change the freq...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 206 volt freq min standard/group rtca group1 group2 group3 voltage 1 Ф 100 104 104 104 3 Ф 101.5 105.5 105.5 105.5 frequency 360 360 360 360 table 9-7: emergency voltage and frequency minimum standard/group rtca group1 group2 group3 voltage 1 ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 207 4 volt drop 5 freq transients the above test can be selected by scrolling to the highlighted selection using the up and down key and the enter key to start the selected test. Volt max standard/group rtca group1 group2 group3 voltage 1 97 9...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 208 this test will set the voltage at 115v and will remain at this voltage through out the test. The test will cycle the frequency three times as shown in table 9-12. Each repeat will start from sequence 2. 9.3.1.6 dc tests if the output volta...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 209 standard categories a and z b 28v / 14v rtca 30.3 30.3 15.1 eurocae 30.3 29.3 14.6 table 9-14: normal voltage maximum this test will change the output voltage from 28v or 14v to 30.3v or 15.1v. The test will last for 30 minutes. The ← (bac...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 210 volt min this test will change the output voltage from 28v or 14v to 20.5v or 10v. The test will last for 30 minutes. The ← key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. Volt max this test will change the output voltage from 28v or ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 211 9.4 option –411: iec 61000-4-11 voltage dips and interruptions 9.4.1 general the iec 61000-4-11 option is capable of performing iec 61000-4 section 11 voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests. On three phase ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 212 mx units with revisions prior to this will change the l-n amplitude by the set dip level but retain the normally programmed phase angle relationship. For firmware upgrades, contact support@calinst.Com . Note that required phase angles and ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 213 other dip levels for 2 phase selections. Note that any other dip level not listed in this table will result in voltage dips conform method (b) so both phases will dip by the actual dip percentage set. To implement user defined three phase ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 214 9.4.6.1 dips and interruptions test scroll to the dips and interruptions entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the enter key to select the dips and interruptions menu. The screen will appear as shown in figure 9-15. Figure 9-15: i...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 215 voltage dips and interruptions can be run on an individual phase, two phases or all three phases. The phase key on the front panel can be used to select the desired phase mode. The active phase mode is indicated in the upper right hand cor...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 216 9.4.6.2 voltage variation tests from the iec1000-4-11 main menu screen shown in figure 9-14, scroll to the voltage variations entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the enter key to select the voltage variations menu. The screen wi...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 217 run single run single command will run the test once. The variation test is defined by the reduce to, fall time, hold time and rise time parameters. These parameters must be set before starting the test. The following is a description of t...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 218 9.4.7 using the mxgui windows program for iec 61000-4-11 testing figure 9-19: iec 61000-4-11 gui screen. The mxgui windows control program will detect the presence of the –411 option on the mx ac power source. Test reports can be generated...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 219 9.5 option –413: iec 61000-4-13 interharmonics test 9.5.1 general 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, ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 220 9.5.4 front panel entry while it is possible to perform iec 61000-4-13 testing from the front panel of the mx series ac power source, it is recommended to use the provided mxgui windows program for report generation. This also provides a m...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 221 eut class this field selects the desired product or eut class. There are three eut classes. Class 2 and 3 are predefined by the standard and its level parameters cannot be changed. The user class can be edited at any time. Changing between...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 222 9.5.4.2 iec groups this section will describe the groups and parameters associated with iec 1000-4-13. Refer to paragraph 9.5.4.1 for groups associated with the test. Fcurve group if the fcurve group is selected, the screen will appear as ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 223 sweep group if the sweep group is selected, the screen will appear as shown in figure 9-24. The screen has the following parameters that are unique to the group: figure 9-24: iec 1000-4-13 sweep 1. Level sets the percentage level of the in...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 224 4. Pause sets the pause time in seconds between harmonics tests. There is only one value for the entire test. The pause value can be changed when the test is not running. Iinterharmonics group if the harmonics group is selected, the screen...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 225 4. Pause sets the time in seconds for which the test will pause between ranges. There is only one value for the entire test. The pause can be set when the test is not running. For the meister curve test, the pause time is normally set to 0...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 226 9.5.4.3 running the test the test sequence used is a function of the eut class. The end user needs to determine the appropriate class of eut. The test protocol is document in the iec 61000-4-13 test standard. For reference, the test flow c...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 227 start - class 3 determine appropriate test configuration perform 8.2.1 test "harmonic combination" flatcurve and overswing any functional anomalies? Any functional anomalies? Any functional anomalies? Any functional anomalies? Test complet...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 228 to run the test, the iec 1000-4-13 mode must be selected. Refer to paragraph 4 for access to the screen. The following conditions have to be met before running the test: 1. Prior to the test, set the nominal voltage, frequency, and phase a...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 229 9.5.4.4 interharmonics a single inter harmonic frequency may be generated using the interharmonics screen. This screen allows insertion of any inter harmonic from 1hz to 2400hz in 1hz steps. The amplitude level of the harmonics range is fr...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 230 9.6 option –704: milstd704 tests the mil704 option is made up of both firmware that resides in the power source and the mxgui windows application program. The firmware covers revision d and e of the mil-std704 standard. The mxgui covers th...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 231 9.6.1 option –704: mil-std-704 rev d & e tests. (firmware) 9.6.1.1 general the mil704 option is capable of performing most sections of mil-std-704 rev d and e in either of the ac or dc mode. Note: the distortion spectrum tests: table i and...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 232 8. Transient frequency low and high test dc mode: 1. Steady state voltage test 2. Ripple test 9.6.1.4.2 emergency test ac mode: 1. Emergency voltage minimum and maximum test 2. Emergency frequency minimum and maximum test dc mode: 1. Emerg...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 233 figure 9-33: mil704 menu 9.6.1.6 revision selection the default revision is e. Revisions supported are d and e. The revision can be changed from the front panel. Scroll to the revision entry using the up and down cursor keys (see figure 9-...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 234 frequency this test will change the output frequency in the following sequence: • 393hz for 1 minute. • 407hz for 1 minute. • 400hz for 1 minute. The ← key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. Volt unbalance this test will chan...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 235 9.6.1.7.2 transient test from the mil704 main menu (figure 9-33) scroll to the transient ac entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the enter key to select the transient screens. The screen will appear as shown in figure 9-35. Figur...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 236 • 410hz for 5 sec. • 407hz for 4 sec. Low frequency this test will change the output frequency in the following sequence: • 375hz for 1 sec. • 380hz for 4 sec. • 390hz for 5 sec. • 393hz for 4 sec. 9.6.1.7.3 emergency test from the mil704 ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 237 9.6.1.7.4 abnormal test from the mil704 main menu (figure 9-33) scroll to the abnormal ac entry using the up and down cursor keys. Press the enter key to select the abnormal screens. The screen will appear as shown in figure 9-37. Figure 9...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 238 under frequency this test will change the output frequency in the following sequence: • 0hz for 7 seconds. • 380hz for 7 seconds. The ← key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. 9.6.1.8 dc tests if the output voltage is set for ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 239 the ← key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. Ripple this test will impose a 400hz frequency component to the output voltage. The test will last for 2 minutes. The level of the ripple is as follows: 1. 28v system: ± 1.5v. 2. 2...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 240 low voltage this test will change the output voltage for the selected phase in the following sequence: 1. 28v system • 18v for 15 msec. • linearly increase to 22v in 85msec. • stay at 22v for 75msec before returning to 28v. 2. 270v system ...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 241 prior to the test, a range change may take place if the power source is set at the low voltage range. Note: see section 9.6.1.7.2 under high voltage. The ← key (backspace) will terminate the test at any time. Note: a range change will resu...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 242 9.7 option –abd: airbus abd0100.1.8 test for information regarding the operation of the abd0100.1.8 tests with the mxgui, please refer to the avionics software manual (ci part no. 4994-971 included on cdrom). 9.8 option –amd: airbus amd24c...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 243 9.10 option –whm: watt hour measurement 9.10.1 general this section describes the whm option available for the mx series power source. 9.10.2 specification all specifications are the same as the standard mx power source specifications in a...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 244 note : changing from stop to start will stop the measurement and will maintain the last data record for the watt-hour meter. To restart the measurements, the field is toggled to the stop position from the start position and the previous da...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 245 9.11 option –snk: current sink (ac or dc) 9.11.1 general this section describes the snk option available for the mx series power source. 9.11.2 general description the –snk or current sink option enables the mx power source to sink current...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 246 9.11.3 regenerate control screen figure 9-46: regenerate control screen the –snk option mode of operation is controlled by parameters set in the regenerate control screen. Access to this screen is from the applications setup 2 screen by se...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 247 field description setting range purpose frequency shift application delay time. (delay f) this delay determines how long the mx waits to apply the programmed frequency shift to the eut after the set current limit level has been exceeded. O...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 248 9.11.8 fc option when this option is enabled the output frequency will step ±0.25% of program value.
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 249 9.12 option –extd: external drive the mx45 series power source system extd option can be used to drive the mx amplifier outputs with a customer supplied external signal, apart from the standard drive signal from the programmable controller...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 250 10. Error messages any errors that occur during operation from either the front panel or the remote control interface will result in error messages. Error messages are displayed in the upper left hand corner of the lcd display. They are al...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 251 number message string cause remedy executed with mode of operation such as programming frequency when in dc mode. -201 "invalid while in local" command issued but unit is not in remote state put instrument in remote state before issuing gp...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 252 number message string cause remedy operation. -311 "memory error" waveform memory checksum error. May be the result of incomplete user-defined waveform download. Check interface and try downloading waveform again. Successful download may c...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 253 number message string cause remedy not be recalled. Overwrite old content. 6 "limit memory lost" hardware configuration settings lost. Contact ci service department at support@calinst.Com to obtain instructions on restoring configuration d...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 254 number message string cause remedy too high and could damage amplifier. Programmed. 23 "alc or impedance must be off" conflict between alc and programmable impedance mode. Turn off alc to use programmable impedance. Turn off programmable i...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 255 index + +/- key .............................................................. 82 1 160 ................................................................. 195 7 704 ......................................................... 228, 229 a abd010...
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 256 i iec 1000-4-11 ............................................... 117 iec 61000-4-11 edition 1.0 .................................................. 209 edition 2.0 .................................................. 209 ieee-488 ................
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User manual - rev av ametek programmable power mx series 257 rs232 connector ............................................. 62 rs232c ........................................................... 22 rtca do160 ................................................ 117 rtca/do-160 ...............................