7000 Series

Automated AC Power Source

Operation Manual for Models
7004
7008
7016
7040

Ver. 1.03
PART #39231

Associated Power Technologies, Inc. Telephone: 1-909-860-1646

1142 S. Diamond Bar Blvd # 106 Fax: 1-909-860-2727
Diamond Bar, CA 91765

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 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer: Associated Power Technologies, Inc.

Address: 1142 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. #106

Diamond Bar, CA 91765 USA

Product Name: 7004, 7008, 7040 AC Power Source

Model Number: 7004, 7008, 7040

Conforms to the following Standards:

Safety: EN 61010-1:2001
IEC 61010-1:2001

EMC: EN 61326-1:2006, EN 61326-2-6:2006(CISPR 11 Class B:2009,

EN 61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009, EN 61000-3-3:2008, IEC61000-
4-2:2008, IEC 61000-4-3:2008, IEC61000-4-4:2004, IEC 61000-
4-5:2005, IEC 61000-4-6:2008, IEC 61000-4-8:2009, IEC
61000-4-11:2004)

Supplementary Information

The above product conforms with the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EEC relating to
electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits and the Amendment
Directive 2006/95/EEC.

The CE marking has been affixed on the device according to article 10 of the EMC
Directive 8/336/EEC.

The technical file and other documentation are on file with Associated Power
Technologies, Inc.

______________________________

Joseph Guerriero
Vice President / General Manager

Associated Power Technologies, Inc.

Diamond Bar, California USA
January 14, 2011

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 Table of Contents

1. Introduction .................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Warranty .................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Glossary of Terms .................................................................................... 8
1.3 Safety Precautions................................................................................... 9
1.4 Service and Maintenance ........................................................................ 9
2. Getting Started ............................................................................................. 11
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection...................................................................... 11
2.2 Input/Output Current Considerations ..................................................... 11
2.3 Preparation For Use............................................................................... 13
2.4 Voltage Output Adaptor .......................................................................... 13
2.5 Power Cable .......................................................................................... 14
2.6 Environmental Conditions ...................................................................... 14
2.7 Packaging .............................................................................................. 14
3. Specifications and Controls.......................................................................... 16
3.1 Specifications ......................................................................................... 16
3.2 Output Power and Power Factor Considerations ................................... 20
3.3 Instrument Controls................................................................................ 20
3.3.1 Front Panel Controls ....................................................................... 20
3.3.2 Rear Panel Controls ........................................................................ 22
3.3.3 Soft Keys ......................................................................................... 24
4. Programming Instructions ............................................................................ 26
4.1 Powering on the Instrument ................................................................... 26
4.1.1 Set Screen Description.................................................................... 27
4.1.2 Security ........................................................................................... 28
4.1.3 Lock................................................................................................. 29
4.1.4 Mem Lock ........................................................................................ 29
4.2 System Parameters Description ............................................................ 30
4.3 Editing System Parameters ................................................................... 32
4.3.1 Editing Auto Run Mode.................................................................... 33
4.3.2 Editing Single Step (PROGRAM Mode only) ................................... 34
4.3.3 Editing Alarm ................................................................................... 34
4.3.4 Editing Contrast............................................................................... 35
4.3.5 Editing Power UP ............................................................................ 36
4.3.6 Editing Loop Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only) ................................... 36
4.3.7 Editing V Hi-Lmt & V Lo-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only) ........................ 37
4.3.8 Editing F Hi-Lmt & F Lo-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only) ........................ 38
4.3.9 Editing Start and End Angle (MANUAL Mode only) ......................... 39
4.3.10 Editing Results ............................................................................. 40
4.3.11 Editing Surge/Drop (MANUAL Mode only) ................................... 41
4.3.12 Editing OC Fold............................................................................ 41
4.3.13 Editing Lock ................................................................................. 42
4.3.14 Editing Mem Lock ........................................................................ 43

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 4.4 Using Memories and Steps (PROGRAM Mode only) ............................. 43
4.4.1 Selecting a Memory (PROGRAM Mode only) ................................. 43
4.4.2 Naming a Memory (PROGRAM Mode only).................................... 46
4.4.3 Selecting a Step (PROGRAM Mode only) ....................................... 47
4.5 Test Parameters Description .................................................................. 47
4.6 Editing Test Parameters ......................................................................... 51
4.6.1 Editing Start and End Angle (PROGRAM Mode only) ..................... 52
4.6.2 Editing Memory Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only) .............................. 53
4.6.3 Editing Memory (PROGRAM Mode only) ........................................ 54
4.6.4 Editing Step (PROGRAM Mode only) .............................................. 55
4.6.5 Editing Voltage ................................................................................ 55
4.6.6 Editing Frequency ........................................................................... 56
4.6.7 Editing A Hi-Lmt & A Lo-Lmt ............................................................ 57
4.6.8 Editing P Hi-Lmt & P Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) .................... 58
4.6.9 Editing Ap Hi-Lmt & Ap Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only)................. 59
4.6.10 Editing PF Hi-Lmt & PF Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only)............. 60
4.6.11 Editing Ramp Up Time (PROGRAM Mode only) .......................... 61
4.6.12 Editing Timer Unit (PROGRAM Mode only) ................................. 62
4.6.13 Editing Delay Time (PROGRAM Mode only) ................................ 62
4.6.14 Editing Dwell (PROGRAM Mode only) ......................................... 63
4.6.15 Editing Ramp Down (PROGRAM Mode only) .............................. 64
4.6.16 Editing Surge/Drop (PROGRAM Mode only) ............................... 64
4.6.17 Editing SD-Volt* (PROGRAM Mode only) .................................... 65
4.6.18 Editing SD-Site* (PROGRAM Mode only) .................................... 66
4.6.19 Editing SD-Time* (PROGRAM Mode only) .................................. 67
4.6.20 Editing SD-Cont.* (PROGRAM Mode only).................................. 67
4.6.21 Editing Prompt ............................................................................. 69
4.6.22 Editing Step Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only)................................. 70
4.6.23 Editing Connect............................................................................ 70
4.7 Reviewing Test Results .......................................................................... 71
5. Test Modes .................................................................................................. 73
5.1 Description of Test Modes...................................................................... 73
5.2 Initializing a Test in PROGRAM Mode ................................................... 73
5.3 Initializing a Test in MANUAL Mode ....................................................... 75
6. Displayed Messages.................................................................................... 77
6.1 OTP – Over Temperature Protection...................................................... 77
6.2 OCP – Over Current Protection ............................................................. 77
6.3 OPP – Over Power Protection ............................................................... 77
6.4 OVP – Output Voltage Protection........................................................... 77
6.5 A-SH – Amplifier Shutdown Protection................................................... 78
7. Remote PLC ................................................................................................ 79
7.1 Signal Output ......................................................................................... 79
7.2 Signal Input - 7 Memory Recall (Opt. 4) ................................................. 79
8. Bus Remote Interface GPIB/USB/RS-232 ................................................... 81
8.1 USB/RS-232 Interface ........................................................................... 81

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 8.1.1 USB/RS-232 Connector .................................................................. 82
8.1.2 Communication Port Configuration.................................................. 82
8.1.3 Sending and Receiving Commands ................................................ 82
8.2 GPIB Interface ....................................................................................... 83
8.2.1 GPIB Connector .............................................................................. 83
8.2.2 GPIB Address .................................................................................. 83
8.3 Interface Functions ................................................................................ 83
8.4 GPIB/USB/RS-232 Interface Command List .......................................... 84
8.4.1 Basic Commands and Query Commands ....................................... 85
8.4.2 Program Commands and Companion Queries................................ 88
8.4.3 System Commands and Companion Queries ................................. 90
8.4.4 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands ................................................... 91
9. Calibration Procedure .................................................................................. 95
9.1 Hardware Verification Procedure ........................................................... 95
9.1.1 Activate Non-Calibration Mode........................................................ 95
9.1.2 Verify High Frequency Noise ........................................................... 95
9.1.3 Verify High Frequency Noise ........................................................... 95
9.1.6 Exit Non-Calibration Mode .............................................................. 97
9.2 Hardware Calibration Procedure............................................................ 97
9.2.1 Activate Non-Calibration Mode........................................................ 97
9.2.2 Clear High Frequency Noise ........................................................... 97
9.2.3 Adjust “0”Volts DC Offset................................................................ 98
9.2.4 Adjust “115”Volts DC Offset ............................................................ 98
9.2.5 Wattmeter Offset ............................................................................. 98
9.2.6 OCP Set Point ................................................................................. 99
9.2.7 Exit Non-Calibration Mode .............................................................. 99
9.3 Software Calibration Procedure ............................................................. 99
9.3.1 Enter Calibration Mode.................................................................. 100
9.3.2 Calibration of Voltage 150.0V ........................................................ 100
9.3.3 Calibration of Voltage 300.0V ........................................................ 101
9.3.4 Calibration of High & Low Current Range ..................................... 102
9.3.5 Calibration of High & Low Power Range ....................................... 103
9.3.6 Calibration of Peak Current ........................................................... 103
10. Options.................................................................................................... 105
11.1 Opt. 02 – Grounded Neutral ............................................................. 105
10.1 Opt. 03 – GPIB Interface .................................................................. 105
11.2 Opt. 04 – 7 Memory Remote ............................................................ 105
11.3 Opt. 06 – Ethernet Card ................................................................... 105
10.1.2 Saving New Settings .................................................................. 108
10.1.3 Power Up ................................................................................... 108
10.1.4 Ethernet Card Menu................................................................... 110
10.1.5 IP Setup ..................................................................................... 110
10.1.6 IP Address.................................................................................. 111
10.1.7 Gateway IP ................................................................................ 111
10.1.8 Subnet Mask .............................................................................. 111

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 10.1.9 Device Name ............................................................................. 112
10.1.10 MAC Address ............................................................................. 113
10.1.11 Barcode Input............................................................................. 113
10.1.12 Autostart..................................................................................... 115
10.1.13 Ethernet Card Settings Commands and Companion Queries .... 116
10.1.14 Ethernet Card Settings Command Wait Times ........................... 117
11. Service and Maintenance........................................................................ 118
12. Replacement Parts List ........................................................................... 119
13. Schematics Index.................................................................................... 121

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 1. Introduction
1.1 Warranty
Associated Power Technologies, Inc. (APT), certifies that the instrument listed in
this manual meets or exceeds published manufacturing specifications. This
instrument was calibrated using standards that are traceable to the National
Institute of Standards of Technology.

Your new instrument is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and

material for a period of (2) years from date of shipment. During the warranty
period, you must return the instrument to Associated Power Technologies, Inc. or
its branches for repair. Associated Power Technologies reserves the right to use
its discretion on replacing the faulty parts or replacing the assembly or the whole
unit.

APT will void your warranty under the following states:

• Operation of the instrumentation under non-normal conditions
• Any non-authorized modifications, tampering or physical damage
• Elimination of any connections in the earth grounding system or bypassing
any safety systems
• Use of non-authorized parts in the repair of this instrument. Parts used
must be parts that are recommended by APT as an acceptable specified
part.

This warranty does not cover accessories not of Associated Power

Technologies, Inc. manufacture.

Except as provided herein, APT, makes no warranties to the purchaser of this

instrument and all other warranties, expressed or implied (including, without
limitation, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose) are hereby
excluded, disclaimed and waived.

APT recommends that your instrument be calibrated on a twelve month cycle.

Instruments returned to APT annually for calibration fall under our extended
warranty which can be extended up to five years. Each year the instrument is
returned to APT in consecutive years the warranty is extended one additional
year. This process can be repeated up to four years for a 5-Year Warranty.

Instruments returned for warranty repair within the first six months of the warranty
period, will have the warranty extended for one year from the date of repair at no
charge. Instruments received after the first six months can have the warranty
extended for 3 months after its original expiration date at no charge or the
warranty can be extended for a full year at the cost of an annual calibration.

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 1.2 Glossary of Terms

Alternating Current (AC) - current that reverses direction on a regular basis

(usually 60 times per second in the United States). Measured in amps.

AC Power Source - An instrument that takes one AC voltage and frequency level
and converts it into another AC voltage and frequency level.

Amplifier - a circuit that boosts an input signal from one level to another.

Apparent Power - The total power generated or consumed by a device due to

real and reactive circuit components. Measured in VA (volt-amps).

Crest Factor - The ratio of peak current (Apeak) to RMS current (Arms).

Complex Power – the vector sum of the real and reactive power components of
a circuit. Measured in VA (volt-amps).

Direct Current (DC) - current that only flows in one direction. Direct current
comes from a polarized source, meaning one terminal is always at a higher
potential than the other. Measured in amps.

Frequency - The number of times a waveform completes a cycle in a period of

time. Measured in hertz.

Inrush Current - A term used to describe the current needed to power a load
upon start-up. Some loads require a large/inrush starting current in order to
operate.

Linear Power Source – a power source that linearly amplifies the input signal
using transistors to increase the voltage, current, and power output of the
system.

OC Fold - Over current fold back is a technology used in power sources that
keeps output current constant by reducing the voltage in order to power loads
that may have a high inrush current.

Phase Angle – the degree of measurement that corresponds to an AC

waveform’
s amplitude. Measured from 0 – 360 degrees.

PLC - Programmable Logic Control is an automation method using relay or

digital technology.

Power - A generic term used to describe electrical work being done. There are
many types of power, including real power, reactive power, apparent power, and

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 complex power.

Power factor - The ratio of real power (watts) to apparent power (VA). Based on
a scale from 0 to 1 to determine how reactive and resistive a load is.

Reactive Power – the power absorbed by capacitive or inductive elements in a

circuit. This power does no work. Measured in VAR (volt-amps reactive).

Real Power – the power that performs work in a circuit. Measured in watts.

Response Time - The time that is needed to regulate the voltage, current,
frequency, and power output when a load is added to the power source.

Safety Agency Listing - A safety mark given to a product that has met stringent
benchmarks as classified by the authorized agency.

Steady State Current - A term used to describe the current when the load is
running nominally after the inrush current.

Switching Power Source - A power source that uses switching technology

(integrated circuits and components) in order to generate the AC voltage, current,
frequency, and power.

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - A percentage that is used to identify the

degree of the noise/unclean signal in a power source’
s output waveform.

Voltage - The amount of force that is needed to move current from point to point.
Measured in volts.

1.3 Safety Precautions

This product and its related documentation must be reviewed for familiarization
with safety markings and instructions before operation. Before applying power
verify that the instrument is set to the correct line voltage and the correct fuse is
installed

To prevent accidental injury or death, these safety procedures must be strictly

observed when handling and using the test instrument.

1.4 Service and Maintenance

User Service
To prevent electric shock do not remove the instrument cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside. Routine maintenance or cleaning of internal parts is not

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 necessary. Any external cleaning should be done with a clean dry or slightly
damp cloth. Avoid the use of cleaning agents or chemicals to prevent any foreign
liquid from entering the cabinet through ventilation holes or damaging controls
and switches, also some chemicals may damage plastic parts or lettering. Any
replacement cables and high voltage components should be acquired directly
from APT or its distributors.

Service Interval
The instrument must be returned at least once a year to an APT authorized
service center for calibration and inspection of safety related components. APT
will not be held liable for injuries suffered if the instrument is not properly
maintained and safety checked annually.

User Modifications
Unauthorized user modifications will void your warranty. APT will not be
responsible for any injuries sustained due to unauthorized equipment
modifications or use of parts not specified by APT. Instruments returned to APT
with unsafe modifications will be returned to their original operating condition at
the customer’ s expense.

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 2. Getting Started
This section contains information for the unpacking, inspection, preparation for
use and storage of your APT product.

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Your instrument was shipped in a protective shipping carton designed to protect
the instrument through the shipping process. If the shipping carton is damaged,
inspect the contents for visible damage such as dents, scratches, or broken
display. If the instrument is damaged, notify the carrier and APT’ s customer
support department. Please save the shipping carton and packing material for
the carrier’s inspection. Our customer support department will assist you in the
repair or replacement of your instrument. Please do not return your product
without first notifying us. Please retain all of the original packaging material.

2.2 Input/Output Current Considerations

Please refer to the following diagrams for input/output current considerations of
the 7000 series.

7004

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 7008

7016

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 7040

2.3 Preparation For Use

This instrument requires a power source of 115/230 volts AC ± 10%, 50/60 Hz
single phase for the 7004 & 7008 models. The 7016 & 7040 models require a
230 volts ± 10%, 50/60 Hz balanced/single phase. A 230 volts AC ± 10%, 50/60
Hz balanced/single phase option is available for the 7016 & 7040 models.
Please check the rear panel to be sure the proper switch setting is selected for
your line voltage requirements before turning your instrument on for model 7004,
7008, and 7016 models. The 7040 model does not provide a switching setting
for input line voltage since a terminal block style connect is needed for input
power.

CAUTION
Do not switch the line voltage selector switch located on the
rear panel while the instrument is on or operating. This may cause internal
damage and represents a safety risk to the operator.

2.4 Voltage Output Adaptor

The universal output receptacle located on the front/rear panel of models 7004,
7008 and 7016 does not support connection to a Shuko style plug. In order to
accommodate customers that require a Shuko plug, APT provides a mating plug
(part number 39353) that may be used to create a custom test fixture for Shuko-
terminated line cords.

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 WARNING
Be sure to select the appropriate wire gauge for use with the
APT 7000 AC power source. The line cord and all applicable fixturing must be
capable of handling the output current produced by the AC power source.

2.5 Power Cable

WARNING
Before connecting power to this instrument, the protective
ground (earth) terminals of this instrument must be connected to the protective
conductor of the line (mains) power cord. The main plug shall only be inserted in
a socket outlet (receptacle) provided with a protective ground (earth) contact.
This protective ground (earth) must not be defeated by the use of an extension
cord without a protective conductor (grounding).

2.6 Environmental Conditions

Operating Environment
Temperatures: 0º - 40º C (32º - 104º F)
Relative humidity: 20% - 80%
Altitude: 2,000 meters (6,562 feet)

The instrument should also be protected against temperature extremes which

may cause condensation within the instrument.

Storage and Shipping Environment

This instrument may be stored or shipped in environments with the following
limits:

Temperature… … … … … … ..-40º to +55º C

Altitude… … … … … … … … .7,620 meters (25,000 feet)

2.7 Packaging

Original Packaging
Please retain all original packaging materials that you originally received. If you
are returning your instrument to us for servicing please repackage the instrument
in its original container. Please enclose the instrument with all options,
accessories and test leads. Also, please mark the container “FRAGILE”to insure
proper handling. All returns must be accompanied by a return material

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 authorization (RMA) number which is provided by the customer support
department. Failure to ship your instrument without a RMA number will result in
additional fees for handling and storage.

Other Packaging
For the model 7040, we highly recommend that it only be shipped in its original
container. If you have discarded the container please follow these guidelines:
• A wooden skid must be used.
• The instrument needs to be securely strapped to the skid.
• A protective double wall container must be placed over the instrument and
also secured to the side.
• Mark the container “FRAGILE”to ensure proper handling.

For all other models, if you do not have the original packaging materials, please
follow these guidelines:
• Wrap the instrument in a bubble pack or similar foam. Enclose the same
information as above.
• Use a strong double-wall container that is made for shipping
instrumentation. A 350 lbs. test material is adequate.
• Use a layer of shock-absorbing material 70 – 100 mm (3 to 4 inch) thick
around all sides of the instrument. Protect the control panel with
cardboard.
• Seal the container securely.
• Mark the container “FRAGILE”to insure proper handling.

APT will not be responsible for any repair costs associated with shipping damage
as a result of improper packaging. The customer is responsible for providing
adequate shipping insurance coverage while shipping an instrument in the event
of loss or damage while in transit.

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 3. Specifications and Controls

3.1 Specifications

MODEL 7004 7008 7016 7040

INPUT
Phase 1Ø
Voltage 115/230 VAC ±10% 230 VAC ± 10%
Frequency 47 –500 Hz
OUTPUT
Max Power 400VA 800VA 1600VA 4000VA
Max Current 0-150 V 4.6 A @ 9.2 A @ 18.4 A @ 36.8 A @
(R.M.S) <110 V <110 V <110 V <110 V
0-300 V 2.3 A @ 4.6 A @ 9.2 A @ 18.4 A @
<220 V <220 V <220 V <220 V
Inrush Current 0-150 V 18.4 A 36.8 A 73.6 A 147.2 A
(peak) 0-300 V 9.2 A 18.4 A 36.8 A 73.6 A
Phase 1Ø2W
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 1% (Resistive Load) for low range voltage 80V –140V
and high range voltage 160V - 280V
Crest Factor 3
Line Regulation ± 0.1 V
Load Regulation ± (0.5% of output + 0.5 V) at Resistive Load, < 400 µsec
Load Regulation Response Time ±0.5V,<1S response time
MEASUREMENT
Range 0.0 - 400 V
Voltage Resolution 0.1 V
Accuracy ± (1% of reading + 2 ± (1% of reading + 5 counts)
counts) > 5V
Range 0.0 –500 Hz
Frequency Resolution 0.1 Hz
Accuracy ± 0.1 Hz
Range L 0.005 A – 0.005 A – 0.005 A – -
0.600 A 1.200 A 2.400 A
Current (rms) H 0.50A – 1.00 A – 2.00 A – 0.05 –
6.50 A 13.00 A 26.00 A 52.00 A
Resolution L 0.001 A
H 0.01 A
Accuracy L ± (1% of reading + 5 counts)
H ± (1% of reading + 5 counts)

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 MODEL 7004 7008 7016 7040
Range 0.0 A –19.0 0.0 A –38.0 A 0.0 A –76.0 A 0.0 A–
Current (peak) A 152.0A
Resolution 0.1 A
Accuracy ± (1% of reading + 5 counts)
Range L 0.0 W – 0.0 W – 0.0 W – -
60.0 W 120.0 W 240.0 W
Power H 50 W –650 100 W – 200 W – 0W–
W 1300 W 2600 W 5200 W
Resolution L 0.1 W
H 1W
Accuracy ± (2% of ± (2% of
L ± (2% of reading + 15 reading + 30 reading + 5
counts) at PF > 0.2 counts) at PF > counts) at
0.2 PF 0.2
± (2% of Voltage
± (2% of reading + 5 counts) reading + 10 > 5V
H at PF > 0.2 counts) at PF > Current
0.2 > 0.05A
Range 0.000 –1.000
Power Factor Resolution 0.001
Accuracy W/VA, Calculated and displayed to three significant digits
TEST SETTING PARAMETERS
Memory Cycle 0 - 9999, 0 = Cont, 1 = OFF
Memory Range 1 –50 Locations
Step Range 1 –9
Voltage 0.0 –300.0 V High/Auto 5.0 –300.0 V High/Auto
Mode Mode
Frequency 40.0 –500 Hz
A Hi-Lmt/A Lo- 0-150 V 0.00 –4.60 0.00 –9.20 A 0.00 –18.40 0.10 –36.80 A
Lmt A 0 = OFF A 0 = OFF
0 = OFF 0 = OFF
0-300 V 0.00-2.30 A 0.00-4.60 A 0.00-9.20A 0.10-18.40 A
0 = OFF 0 = OFF 0 = OFF 0 = OFF
P Hi-Lmt/ P Lo-Lmt 0.0 – 0.0 –800 W 0.0 – 0.0 –4000 W
400 W 0 = OFF 1600 W 0 = OFF
0 = OFF 0 = OFF
Ap Hi-Lmt/ Ap 0-150 V 0.0 – 0.0 –36.8 A 0.0 – 0.0 –147.2 A
Lo-Lmt 18.4 A 0 = OFF 73.6 A 0 = OFF
0 = OFF 0 = OFF
0-300 V 0.0 – 0.0 – 0.0 –36.8 A 0.0 –
9.2 A 18.4 A 0 = OFF 73.6 A
0 = OFF 0 = OFF 0 = OFF

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 PF Hi-Lmt/PF Lo-Lmt 0.000 –1.000, 0 = OFF
Ramp Up 0.0 –999.9
Delay 0.5 –999.9
Dwell 0.5 –999.9, 0 = Constant
Ramp Down 0.0 –999.9
Prompt Alphanumeric
Step Cycle 0 –9999, 0 = Cont, 1 = OFF
Connect ON, OFF
SD-CONT = ON, SD-Site = 0 ~ 20ms, SD-Time = 0 ~
Surge/Drop Voltage 20ms

SD-CONT = OFF, SD-Site = 0 ~ 99ms, SD-Time = 0 ~

99ms
SYSTEM PARAMETERS
Auto Run PROGRAM, MANUAL
Single Step ON, OFF
Alarm 0 –9, 0 = OFF, 9 = High
Contrast 1 –9, 9 = High
Power Up ON, OFF, LAST
Timer Unit Second, Minute, Hour
Loop Cycle 0 –9999, 0 = Cont., 1 = OFF
V Hi-Lmt 0.0 –300.0 V
V Lo-Lmt 0.0 –300.0 V
F Hi-Lmt 40.0 –500 Hz
F Lo-Lmt 40.0 –500 Hz
Start Angle 0º - 359º
End Angle 0º - 359º
Results ALL, P/F, LAST
Surge/Drop ON, OFF
OC Fold ON, OFF
GENERAL
Inrush Current 4 times current rating
Enhanced Over Load Capacity 4 times current rating, Over current 110% can hold for
1000 ms without protection
Operation Key Feature Soft key, Numeric key, Rotary Knob
Remote Output Signal Pass, Fail, Test-in-Progress
Calibration Front Panel Calibration
Key Lock Yes
Synch Output Signal DC Level 5 V
Graphic Display 240 x 64 Monographic LCD
Interface USB/RS-232 Standard
Protection Circuits OCP, OVP, OPP, OTP

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 (Over Current, Over Voltage, Over Power, Over Temp.)
Fan Temperature Control Two Fan Speed Temperature
Control
Linear Fan
Speed
Front Output Universal Receptacle (Rated 20A max)
Rear Output Universal Receptacle (Rated 20A max) Terminal
Block
(L,N,G)
Efficiency 80% (At Full Load)
Operation Environment 0 - 40ºC / 20 –80% RH
Dimensions (W x H x D, in) 17 x 3.5 x 17 x 3.5 x 16 17 x 3.5 x 20 17 x 8.75 x
16 (432 x (432 x 89 x (432 x 89 x 20 (432 x
89 x 406mm) 508mm) 222 x
406mm) 508mm)
Net Weight 35 lbs. 42 lbs. 68 lbs. 143 lbs.
(15.8kgs) (19kgs) (30.8kgs) (64.8kgs)
OPTIONS
Grounded Neutral Opt. 2 Yes
GPIB Interface Opt. 3 Yes
7 Memory Opt. 4 Test, Reset, Recall Memory 1 through 7
Remote
Ethernet Card Opt. 6 Yes

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 3.2 Output Power and Power Factor Considerations
The reactive output power specification of APT 7000 series, models 7004, 7008,
and 7016 change depending on the power factor of the load. While the 7004,
7008 and 7016 are specified as 400VA, 800VA and 1.6kVA units respectively,
they can actually output up to 25% more reactive power based on the power
factor of the load, thus keeping the real power under the specified limit. The
reactive power is at its peak when the power factor = 0.8. See the chart below
for more information:

7004 7008 7016

Output Power at pf 500VA @ 400W 1000VA @ 800W 2000VA @ 1600W
0.8
Output Power at pf 400VA @ 400W 800VA @ 800W 1600VA @ 1600W
> 0.8

3.3 Instrument Controls

3.3.1 Front Panel Controls

1. Power Switch: Rocker style power switch with international ON ( | ) and

OFF (0).

2. Graphic LCD: 240 x 64 Monographic LCD.

3. Soft Keys: Multifunctional selection keys used to select parameters,

select screens, and edit parameters.

4. Number Keypad: Keys used to enter numerical data.

5. Delete Key: Used to delete text characters and numerical data.

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 6. Rotary Knob: Used to adjust the voltage output in MANUAL Mode, or
Mode.

7. Lock Key: Used to lock out the front panel.

8. Lock LED: When lit indicates the instrument front panel is locked.

9. Universal AC Output Socket: 300 VAC max voltage & 20A max current
(not available on model 7040).

10. Test/Reset Key: Used to turn ON/OFF output voltage, or used to reset
the instrument in the event of a failure condition.

11. Test/Reset LED: When lit indicates output is active, or when blinking
indicates the instrument is in a failure condition.

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 3.3.2 Rear Panel Controls

7008 Back Panel

1. Thermal Fans: Used to cool the instrument

2. Remote Output Connector: Provides output to monitor PASS, FAIL,

Test-In-Process via relay contact closures.

3. Sync Output Connector: Provides the capability to monitor a 5 VDC

output signal.

4. USB/RS-232 Interface Card: Interface card used to control, program, and

capture data via a serial interface.

5. Fuse Receptacle: Fuse rating is 10 A at 250 V (model 7004), and15 A at

250 V (models 7008 and 7016). To change the fuse unplug the power
(mains) cord and turn the fuse cap counter clockwise to remove fuse.

6. Input Power Receptacle: Standard IEC 320 connector for connection to

a standard NEMA style line power (mains) cord.

7. Universal AC Output Socket: 300 VAC max voltage & 20 A max current.
Not available on the 7040 model.

8. Input Power Switch: Line voltage input selection is set by the position of
the switch 115/230 V.

9. Ground Lug: Additional ground connector in addition to the power cord

ground.

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 7016 Back Panel

7040 Back Panel

10. Terminal Power Block: 230 VAC ± 10% max input voltage. Output
voltage 300 VAC max & 36A max current. Only available on 7040 model.

10a. Line Output Terminal: Line output screw terminal.

10b. Ground Output Terminal: Earth ground (chassis) connection for line
cord.

10c. Neutral Output Terminal: Neutral screw terminal.

10d. Line Input Terminal: Line input screw terminal for line cord

10e. Ground Input Terminal: Earth ground (chassis) screw terminal for line

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 cord.

10f. Neutral Input Terminal: Neutral screw terminal for line cord. Line
voltage may be applied at this terminal for balanced input voltage
conditions.

11. Input Breaker: Protection breaker for input current protection set at 40
amps. Only available on 7040 model.

3.3.3 Soft Keys

The soft keys enable the operator to navigate through the instrument, change the
meter display, name files, and change parameters. Below is a list of all available
soft keys.

Soft Key Description

Memory Allows you to enter the memory location to change a
memory
Step Allows you to change step location
Edit Allows you to edit parameters
<more> Allows you to move to additional selections
Result Allows you to review the results after a test
System Allows you to change the instruments settings and
parameters
Exit Allow you to exit the current screen
Name Allow you to name a memory
List Allows you to see the list of memories available
∨ Allows you to scroll through the list sequentially, or
move down a character listing
Page ^ Allows you to page up through the list

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 Soft Key Description
Page ∨ Allows you to page down through the list
Load Allows you to load a memory
Enter Allows you to enter a parameter
Esc Allows you to exit a parameter setting screen
<top> Allows you to move to the previous screen of
selections
> Allows you to move to the right through a character
listing
< Allows you to move to the left through a character
listing
Select Allows you to select a memory
Meter Allows you to toggle through the different meter
settings/readings
Edit Allows you to enter a parameter screen to change a
parameter
^ Allows you to scroll through the list sequentially
Prev Allows you to scroll to the previous parameter setting
Next Allows you to scroll to the next parameter setting
Change Allows you to open up the parameter for changing
Result Allows you to open up the results screen
System Allows you to open up the parameters for the system
Cycle Allows you to open the cycle mode
Keypad Allows you to open the numeric keypad in test mode
Trig. Allows you to trigger the surge/drop parameters in
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 4. Programming Instructions

4.1 Powering on the Instrument

Turn on the Power switch located on the lower left-hand corner of the front panel.
The Initialization screen will appear.

After a few seconds the initialization screen will change to the Set screen. The
Set screen will be displayed as follows when in PROGRAM Mode:

If you press the <more> soft key within the Set screen, the soft keys will change
to include Result, System, and <top> in the PROGRAM Mode.

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 If you are in MANUAL Mode there will not be a step number 1 next to the M 1
and the set screen will appear as follows:

If you press the <more> soft key within the set screen, the soft keys will change
to Result, System, and <top> in the MANUAL Mode.

4.1.1 Set Screen Description

When the instrument is in the Set screen the parameters indicate their current
settings. However, when the indicator LED is active on the Test/Reset key the
parameter settings will display their output value.

Set Screen Parameters Description of Parameters

M1-1 Memory and step location
1.0s Instrument timer for output
F: 60.0 Hz Frequency
Ap: Peak Current
Set Status of instrument at the present time. Possible
readings are set, dwell, pass, abort, or other failure
conditions.
P: 0.0W Power
A: 0.000A Current
PF: 0.000 Power Factor
Memory Memory soft key used to change memory location
120.0V (Left meter reading) Meter for voltage
0.00A (right meter reading) Meter for parameters of F, Ap, P, A & PF

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 4.1.2 Security

Creating a Password
Creating a password prevents unauthorized access to the Lock parameters in the
System menu. Once a password has been created, lock functions will require
the password to access them.

Press and hold the <top> soft key while powering up the instrument, the Edit
Password screen should now be displayed. The display will appear as follows:

You may now type in the new password using the numeric keypad. Press the
Enter key to accept the new password or press the Esc key to escape. After you
type in your new password, you will be required to confirm your new password by
typing it again into the “Confirm Password”field. Press the Enter key to confirm
the new password or press the Esc key to escape.

If the password is set to 0, the Lock and Mem Lock parameters may be accessed
by editing Lock and Mem Lock soft keys in the System Parameters menu. In this
case, the key lockout on the front panel is enabled by pressing the Lock button.

If the password has been set to anything but 0, a password entry pop-up screen
will appear to access the Lock and Mem Lock parameters as well as key lockout
on the front panel of the unit. The password default is preset to 0 at the factory.

Forgotten Password
If you have forgotten your password, a new password should be entered or enter
“0”to disable the password. The old password cannot be recovered.

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 Secure Lock and Mem Lock Access
If a password has been created, when you press the Lock or Mem Lock soft key
or the key lockout on the front panel, a password pop-up screen will appear. The
pop-up message will appear as follows:

In order for you to access the Lock or Mem Lock parameters, you will now have
to enter the proper password. If you have forgotten the password, please refer to
the Forgotten Password instructions in the Security section.

4.1.3 Lock
From the Set screen press the <more> soft key. Press the System soft key. Use
the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Lock parameter. When the Lock parameter
is highlighted, you may turn the function ON and OFF by pressing the Change
soft key. Press the Enter key to accept the new setting or the Esc key to cancel
and return to the original setting. When the Enter key is pressed, the new
security setting will take immediate effect.

Selecting Lock “ON”restricts access to parameter and system settings. The

level of security is determined by the Mem Lock function.

4.1.4 Mem Lock

From the Set screen press the <more> soft key. Press the System soft key. Use
the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Mem Lock parameter. When the Mem Lock
parameter is highlighted, you may turn the function ON and OFF by pressing the
Change soft key. Press the Enter key to accept the new setting or the Esc key to
cancel and return to the original setting.

Mem Lock is a sub-function of the Lock setting. In order for the Mem Lock
function to work, the Lock must first be turned ON. Selecting the Mem Lock OFF
will allow the user to access all available memory locations but restricts access to
memory and step editing capabilities. Selecting the Mem Lock ON will allow the
user to only run the currently loaded memory.

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 4.2 System Parameters Description
The system parameters change the overall operation of the AC power source. If
the operator elects to edit the system parameters this will apply a universal
change to every memory and step location for the AC power source when in the
Test Parameters menu. The operator cannot independently change these
settings from one memory or step location to another.

1. Auto Run - places the AC power source into one of several modes
(PROGRAM/MANUAL). In the PROGRAM Mode the operator will have the
ability to program individual memories and steps with user selectable testing
parameters such as test time, high and low limits, etc.

In the MANUAL Mode the operator will have limited choices in selecting and
editing testing parameters. The key difference is that in MANUAL Mode the
operator cannot connect steps or have fixed testing times. The output is
either on or off in the MANUAL Mode.

2. Single Step (PROGRAM Mode only) - controls how the instrument will
proceed from one test step to the next in a testing sequence.

When this parameter is selected on the source will sequence from one test
step to the next only when the Test/Reset key is pressed between each step.
When the Single Step parameter is on the source will pause after each step
has completed a test routine and passed based on the programmed testing
parameters. If a PASS occurs for the step the operator can proceed to the
next step in the sequence. If a FAIL occurs for the step the operator will not
be able to proceed in the test sequence. They will have to restart from the
beginning of the test sequence or step number one.

If the parameter is selected off the source will automatically sequence from
one step the next regardless if a pass or failure has occurred for a particular
step.

3. Alarm - controls the volume level of the alarm if a failure is detected. This
setting is from 1 – 9 with 9 being the loudest volume level.

4. Contrast - controls the contrast of the display. The setting is from 1 – 9

with 9 being the darkest contrast.

5. Power Up - controls how the output will react once the power switch is
toggled on. There are three selections (OFF, ON, LAST). When the
parameter is in the OFF state the operator must initialize a test by pressing
the Test/Reset key on power up. If the parameter is in the ON state the
output will automatically be energized when the source is powered on. If the

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 parameter is in the LAST state the source will provide an output according to
how this setting was last programmed prior to powering off the source.

6. Loop Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only) - allows the operator to program the
source to automatically repeat an overall testing sequence. This eliminates
the need for the operator to press the Test/Reset key or send multiple test
commands to the source to repeat a test sequence.

7. V Hi-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only) - allows the operator to select a

maximum voltage threshold or ceiling level when programming the output
voltage in the Test Parameters screen.

8. V Lo-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only) - allows the operator to select a

minimum voltage threshold or floor level when programming the output
voltage in the Test Parameters screen.

9. F Hi-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only) - allows the operator to select a

maximum frequency threshold or ceiling level when programming the output
frequency in the Test Parameters screen.

10. F Lo-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only) - allows the operator to select a

minimum frequency threshold or floor level when programming the output
frequency in the Test Parameters screen.

11. Start Angle (MANUAL Mode only) - provides the operator the flexibility to
select the starting angle of the sine wave when the output voltage is
generated.

12. End Angle (MANUAL Mode only) - provides the operator the flexibility to
select the ending angle of the sine wave when output voltage is terminated.

13. Results - changes how the data will be displayed on the LCD graphic
display after a test is completed. There are three selections available (LAST,
ALL, P/F). The LAST setting displays the last step within the program
sequence. The ALL setting will display the results of every step within the test
sequence in a list format. The P/F, or PASS/FAIL, will display banner text of
PASS or FAIL depending on the results of the test.

14. Surge/Drop (MANUAL Mode only) - allows the operator the flexibility to
program or trigger surges or drops in the voltage output.

15. OC Fold - reduces the voltage, or folds the voltage back, in a linear
fashion while maintaining a constant current to help run inductive loads.

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 16. Lock – allows the operator to lock out the buttons and rotary knob on the
front panel. The level of security is determined by the Mem Lock function.

17. Mem Lock – allows the operator to restrict access to memory and step
locations. Lock must be set to ON in order for Mem Lock to function.

4.3 Editing System Parameters

To edit System parameters press the <more> soft key from the set screen so the
soft keys read Result, System, and <top>. The screen should be as follows
when in PROGRAM Mode.

When the System soft key is pressed the system parameter screen will open and
show all the parameters available for editing. The screen will look as follows:

If the system parameters are set to MANUAL Mode, the screen will look as
follows:

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate through the System parameters. Press the
Edit soft key to select the parameter. The parameter will be highlighted black if it

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 is available for editing. Press the Edit soft key to open up the system parameter
for editing. The Exit soft key will return you back to the set screen. If you open
any System parameter screen you can navigate through the System parameters
by using the Prev and Next soft keys.

4.3.1 Editing Auto Run Mode

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Auto Run parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Auto Run = indicates the status of the run mode that is programmed into the
instrument.

Auto Run Mode: indicates the run mode that can be programmed into the
instrument.

Press the Change soft key to toggle the Auto Run Mode to PROGRAM/MANUAL.
To save the parameter, press the Enter soft key. To cancel the editing of the Auto
Run Mode, press the Esc soft key. When the Enter soft key is pressed the Auto
Run Mode is accepted and you transition into the next system parameter: Single
Step.

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 4.3.2 Editing Single Step (PROGRAM Mode only)
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Single Step parameter. Pressing the
Edit soft key will provide the following screen:

Single Step = indicates the status of the single step mode that is programmed
into the instrument.

Single Step Mode: indicates the single step mode that can be programmed into
the instrument.

Press the Change soft key to toggle the Single Step Mode to ON/OFF. To save
the parameter, press the Enter soft key. To cancel the editing of the Single Step
Mode, press the Esc soft key. When the Enter soft key is pressed the Single
Step Mode is accepted and you transition into the next system parameter: Alarm.

4.3.3 Editing Alarm

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Alarm parameter. Pressing the Edit soft
key will provide the following screen:

Alarm = indicates the status of the alarm volume that is programmed into the
instrument.

Alarm Range: indicates the alarm range that can be programmed into the
instrument.

Use the numeric keypad to enter in the alarm volume. Press the Enter soft key to

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 accept the parameter. To cancel the editing of the alarm volume, press the Esc
soft key. To move to the next system parameter for editing, press the Next or
Prev soft key. The Exit soft key is also available to return to the System
parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the Alarm volume is
accepted and you transition into the next system parameter: Contrast.

4.3.4 Editing Contrast

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Contrast parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Contrast = indicates the status of the contrast setting that is programmed into the
instrument.

Contrast Range: indicates the contrast range that can be programmed into the
instrument.

Use the numeric keypad to enter in the contrast. The ranges available are 1 – 9,
where 9 is the highest contrast or the darkest. Press the Enter soft key to accept
the parameter. To cancel the editing of contrast setting, press the Esc soft key.
To move to the next system parameter for editing, press the Next or Prev soft
key. The Exit soft key is also available to return to the System parameter screen.
When the Enter soft key is pressed the Contrast is accepted and you transition
into the next system parameter: Power UP.

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 4.3.5 Editing Power UP
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Power UP parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Power UP = indicates the power up mode that is programmed into the

instrument.

Power UP Mode: indicates the power up mode that can be programmed into the
instrument.

The power up modes available are ON, OFF or LAST. In the ON mode output
will be supplied on power up of the instrument. In the OFF mode output will NOT
be supplied on power up of the instrument. In the LAST mode output will be
supplied according to the last state the instrument was in prior to power off.

Press the Change soft key to toggle the Power UP Mode to ON/OFF/LAST. To
save the parameter, press the Enter soft key. To cancel the editing of the Power
UP Mode press the Esc soft key. When the Enter soft key is pressed the Power
UP Mode is accepted and you transition into the next system parameter.

4.3.6 Editing Loop Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Loop Cycle parameter. Pressing the
Edit soft key will provide the following screen:

Loop Cycle = indicates the number of loop cycles that will be performed when the
output is active.

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 Loop Cycle Range: = indicates the selections available for the Loop Cycle
Range.

The options available are 0 – 9999, 0=Cont., 1=Off. The 0 – 9999 selection
programs the instrument to repeat the test cycle x number of times. The 0=Cont.
selection indicates that the test loop will repeat in . The 1=Off selection
indicates that the test loop will perform only one cycle. Use the numeric keypad
to enter in the Loop Cycle Range. Press the Enter soft key to accept the
parameter. To cancel the editing of Loop Cycle Range, press the Esc soft key.
To move to the next system parameter for editing, press the Next or Prev soft
key. The Exit soft key is also available to return to the System parameter screen.
When the Enter soft key is pressed the Loop Cycle Mode is accepted and you
transition into the next system parameter.

4.3.7 Editing V Hi-Lmt & V Lo-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the V Hi-Lmt or V Lo-Lmt parameter.
Pressing the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

V Hi-Lmt = indicates the voltage high limit that is programmed into the
instrument.

Voltage High Limit Range: indicates the voltage range that can be programmed
into the instrument.

V L-Lmt = indicates the voltage low limit that is programmed into the instrument.

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 Voltage Low Limit Range: indicates the voltage range that can be programmed
into the instrument.

To change the voltage high limit or low limit use the numeric keypad and type the
voltage value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin
blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft
key to accept the parameter, or press the Esc key to move back to the V Hi-Lmt
or V Lo-Lmt parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the voltage is
accepted and you transition into the next system parameter: Frequency Limit.
Note in the 7016 and 7040 models the minimum set voltage is 5V.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.3.8 Editing F Hi-Lmt & F Lo-Lmt (MANUAL Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the F Hi-Lmt or F Lo-Lmt parameter.
Pressing the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

F Hi-Lmt = indicates the frequency high limit that is programmed into the
instrument.

Frequency High Limit Range: indicates the frequency range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

F Lo-Lmt = indicates the frequency low limit that is programmed into the
instrument.

Frequency Lo Limit Range: indicates the frequency range that can be

programmed into the instrument

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 To change the frequency high limit or low limit use the numeric keypad and type
the frequency value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will
begin blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter
soft key to accept the parameter, or press the Esc key to move back to the F Hi-
Lmt or F Lo-Lmt parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the
frequency is accepted and you transition into the next system parameter: Start
and End Angle.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.3.9 Editing Start and End Angle (MANUAL Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Start Angle or End Angle parameter.
Pressing the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

Start Angle = indicates the start angle that is programmed into the instrument.

Start Angle Range: indicates the start angle range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

End Angle = indicates the end angle that is programmed into the instrument.

End Angle Range: indicates the end angle range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

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 degree value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin
blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key
to accept the parameter, or press the Esc key to move back to the Start Angle or
End Angle parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the degree
angle is accepted and you transition into the next parameter: Results.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.3.10 Editing Results

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Results parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Results = indicates the results mode that is programmed into the instrument.

Results Mode: indicates the results mode that can be programmed into the
instrument.

The Results Modes available are ALL, P/F, or LAST. The ALL mode will show all
the testing results after the test is completed. The P/F mode will show only a
pass/fail banner after the test is completed. The LAST mode will show only the
last test or step that was performed when the test completes. Press the Change
soft key to toggle the results mode to ALL, P/F, LAST. To save the parameter,
press the Enter soft key. To cancel the editing of the Results Mode press the Esc
soft key. When the Enter soft key is pressed the Results Mode is accepted and
you transition into the next system parameter.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

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 4.3.11 Editing Surge/Drop (MANUAL Mode only)
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Surge/Drop parameter. Pressing the
Edit soft key will provide the following screens:

Surge Drop = indicates the surge/drop mode that is programmed into the
instrument.

Surge/Drop Mode: indicates the surge/drop mode that can be programmed into
the instrument.

The Surge/Drop Modes available are ON and OFF. Press the Change soft key to
toggle the mode to ON or OFF. To save the parameter, press the Enter soft key.
To cancel the editing of the Surge/Drop Mode press the Esc soft key. When the
Enter soft key is pressed the Surge/Drop Mode is accepted and you transition
into the next system parameter: OC Fold.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

*If the Surge/Drop parameter is turned ON additional parameters of SD-Volt, SD-

Site, SD-Time, and SD-Cont. will be present in the editing test parameters
screen.

4.3.12 Editing OC Fold

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the OC Fold parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screens:

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 OC Fold = indicates the OC Fold Mode that is programmed into the instrument.

OC Fold Mode: indicates the OC Fold Mode that can be programmed into the
instrument.

The OC Fold Modes available are ON and OFF. Press the Change soft key to
toggle the mode to ON or OFF. To save the parameter, press the Enter soft key.
To cancel the editing of the OC Fold Mode press the Esc soft key. When the
Enter soft key is pressed the OC Fold Mode is accepted and you transition into
the next system parameter: Lock.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.3.13 Editing Lock

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Lock parameter. Pressing the Edit soft
key will provide the following screen:

Lock = indicates the security lock that is programmed into the instrument.

Lock Mode: indicates the lock mode that can be programmed into the instrument.

The Lock Modes available are ON and OFF. Press the Change soft key to toggle
the mode to ON or OFF. To save the parameter, press the Enter soft key. To
cancel the editing of the Lock Mode, press the Esc soft key. The level of security
is determined by the Mem Lock function. When the Enter soft key is pressed the
Lock Mode is accepted and you transition into the next system parameter: Mem
Lock.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

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 4.3.14 Editing Mem Lock
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Mem Lock parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Mem Lock = indicates the security lock that is programmed into the instrument.

Mem Lock Mode: indicates the lock mode that can be programmed into the
instrument.

The Mem Lock Modes available are ON and OFF. Press the Change soft key to
toggle the mode to ON or OFF. To save the parameter, press the Enter soft key.
To cancel the editing of the Mem Lock Mode, press the Esc soft key. The Mem
Lock parameter will only initiate if Lock Mode is set ON. When the Enter soft key
is pressed the Mem Lock Mode is accepted and you transition into the next
system parameter: Auto Run.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.4 Using Memories and Steps (PROGRAM Mode only)

4.4.1 Selecting a Memory (PROGRAM Mode only)

When in the set screen use the soft keys <more> or <top> to navigate so the first
soft key shows Memory.

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 Now press the Memory soft key and you will receive the following screen:

Memory = will show you the current memory that is active.

Name = will list the name of the memory location. If a name hasn’
t been
programmed for the memory location this will be blank as shown above.

The Memory Range: indicates the valid range you can select for this parameter
screen. You can select 1 through 50 memory locations.

Two methods are available in selecting a memory.

1. Type in the memory number from the numeric keypad. Once you type in a
number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking acknowledging the parameter
is being changed. You will also receive new text at the bottom of the display
“Enter to save, Esc to cancel”. To accept the data entry select the Enter soft key,
or to cancel the data entry select the Esc soft key.

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 2. Press the List soft key to bring up a list of all programmed memories of the
instrument. In order to get to the List soft key you will have to press the <more>
soft key one time. The display will look as follows:

Next you will press the List soft key to provide a list of memories programmed
into the instrument. The screen will look as follows:

Navigation through the memory list is handled by the ∨, Page ^ and Page ∨ soft
keys. To select the memory list you must press the <more> soft key. The screen
will look as follows:

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 Now press the Load soft key, which will load the memory and bring you back to
the set screen with the current memory and its parameters. If you press the Exit
soft key you will be brought back to memory screen, and if you press the Exit soft
key again you will go back to the set screen. The screen will look as follows:

4.4.2 Naming a Memory (PROGRAM Mode only)

To name a memory location you will need to press the <more> soft key when in
the memory screen.

Now press the Name soft key. This will bring you to the character map for
entering the memory name. The numeric keypad is also available for creating a
memory name. Press the <top> soft key to use the > soft key and ∨ soft key.
Press the Select soft key to choose your characters. If you use the numeric
keypad the character will be entered automatically when the keypad is pressed.
To delete a character use the <- - key on the numeric keypad. The memory name
can not be longer than 10 characters. The screen will look as follows:

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 Now press the <more> soft key which will bring you to the following screen:

To save the memory under the current name you selected via the character
map/numeric keypad press the Enter soft key. This will bring you back to the set
screen:

Pressing the Esc soft key versus the Enter soft key will bring you back to the
main memory screen. The screen is as follows:

4.4.3 Selecting a Step (PROGRAM Mode only)

To select a step press the Step soft key and the steps will sequence through.
Each time the Step soft key is pressed the step will increase by one increment.
There are 9 steps available. After the 9th step you will return to step number 1.

4.5 Test Parameters Description

It is important to note that any changes made within the Testing Parameter
screen will be associated with the individual memory and step location indicated
on the display. These parameter settings when edited are not universal for each

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 memory and step location. The operator must edit each individual memory
location and step location if multiple test routines are required.

1. Start Angle (PROGRAM Mode only) - provides the operator the flexibility
to select the starting angle of the sine wave when the output voltage is
generated.

2. End Angle (PROGRAM Mode only) - provides the operator the flexibility
to select the ending angle of the sine wave when output voltage is terminated.

3. Memory Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility
to program how many times the memory test sequence will repeat when in
the PROGRAM Mode. This eliminates the need for the operator to press the
Test/Reset key or send multiple test commands to the source to repeat a
memory test sequence.

4. Memory - gives the operator the flexibility to change and edit the memory
location (1-50).

5. Step (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to change
and edit the step location (1 – 9).

6. Voltage - gives the operator the flexibility to edit the voltage output.

7. Frequency - gives the operator the flexibility to edit the frequency output.

8. A Hi-Lmt - gives the operator the flexibility to program a maximum current

threshold or ceiling level. When this level is reached a failure will occur.

9. A Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to

program a minimum current threshold or floor level. If a minimum current
level is not reached a failure will occur. This insures a load is attached to the
power source and there is a minimum current present.

10. P Hi-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a maximum wattage threshold or ceiling level. When this level is
reached a failure will occur.

11. P Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a minimum wattage threshold or floor level. If a minimum wattage
level is not reached a failure will occur. This insures a load is attached to the
power source and there is a minimum wattage present.

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 12. Ap Hi-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a maximum peak current threshold or ceiling level. When this level
is reached a failure will occur.

13. Ap Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a minimum peak current threshold or floor level. If a minimum peak
current level is not reached a failure will occur. This insures a load is attached
to the power source and there is a minimum peak current present.

14. PF Hi-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a maximum power factor threshold or ceiling level. When this level
is reached a failure will occur.

15. PF Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a minimum power factor threshold or floor level. If a minimum power
factor level is not reached a failure will occur. This insures a load is attached
to the power source and there is a minimum power factor present.

16. Ramp Up (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
increase the voltage output over a duration of time prior to achieving the
programmed output voltage.

17. Timer Unit (PROGRAM Mode only) - determines the time increment that
will be used for testing when the source is in PROGRAM Mode. The operator
can select between Second/Minute/Hour.

18. Delay (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a time delay, or warm up time. There is a voltage output present from
the source, but the high and low limit thresholds are essentially ignored during
this period.

19. Dwell (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program the actual test time. This time begins after the ramp up time has
completed. The high and low limit thresholds are active once the delay time
has completed.

20. Ramp Down (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a time duration in which the output voltage is reduced to zero after
the dwell time has completed.

21. Surge/Drop (PROGRAM Mode only) - allows the operator the flexibility
to program or trigger surges or drops in the voltage output.

22. SD-Volt (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program a surge or drop in the voltage output. Whether the voltage is a surge

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 or a drop depends on the voltage that is programmed for this parameter. For
example if the output voltage is programmed at 120 volts and the operator
programs in a SD-Volt of 150 volts this would be a surge of 30 volts. The
opposite holds true; if the SD-Volt is programmed at 90 volts this would be a
drop of 30 volts.

23. SD-Site (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program the specific point in the sine wave to initialize the surge or the drop
voltage. For example since a 60 Hz sine wave occurs 60 times per second, if
the operator programs the SD-Site for 8 milliseconds the surge or the drop
voltage will occur at the halfway point (8 millisecond) of the sine wave or at
the 180º point.

24. SD-Time (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program the overall time duration of the surge or drop voltage. For example if
the SD-Site is 8 milliseconds; the output voltage is 120 volts; the surge
voltage is 150 volts; and the SD-Time is 20 milliseconds when the sine wave
reaches the 8 millisecond point (180º) the voltage will surge to 150 volts. This
surge will hold for 20 milliseconds before the voltage output returns to 120
volts.

25. SD-Cont. (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program whether the surge or drop voltage will occur continuously for each
size wave of the test routine. The operator has the choice of selecting ON or
OFF. If the SD-Cont parameter is selected OFF the surge or drop voltage will
occur only on the first sine wave and will not repeat on any other sine waves
unless the Trig. soft key is pressed.

26. Prompt - gives the operator the flexibility to program a message unique to
a particular step. The message will be shown on the LCD graphic display
prior to the test beginning for that particular step test routine. At this point the
test routine will be interrupted and the operator must press the Test/Reset key
to begin the test sequence.

27. Step Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only) - gives the operator the flexibility to
program the number of looping cycles for a particular step. For example if the
operator would like to have a step repeat five times the step cycle would be
programmed to five.

24. Connect - gives the operator the flexibility to program whether one step
will be linked or connected to another step. For example in order to links step
one to step two, the Connect parameter must be turned ON. Steps can only
be connected in sequential order.

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 4.6 Editing Test Parameters
To edit testing parameters press the Edit soft key from the set screen. The
following screen will be displayed if the system parameters are set to PROGRAM
Mode:

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the testing parameter that will be changed.
When you press the Edit soft key you will be moved to the specific parameter
screen for editing. If you press the Exit soft key you will be brought back to the
set screen.

If the parameter for Surge/Drop is turned OFF you will not see the testing
parameters for SD-Volt, SD-Site, SD-Time, and SD-Cont.

If the system parameters are set to MANUAL Mode the following display will be
shown:

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 If the system parameters are set to MANUAL Mode and the Surge/Drop
parameter is turned ON, the following display will be shown:

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the testing parameter that will be changed.
When you press the Edit soft key you will be moved to the specific parameter
screen for editing. If you press the Exit soft key you will be brought back to the
set screen.

4.6.1 Editing Start and End Angle (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Start Angle or End Angle parameter.
Pressing the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

Start Angle = indicates the start angle that is programmed into the instrument.

Start Angle Range: indicates the start angle range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

End Angle = indicates the end angle that is programmed into the instrument.

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 End Angle Range: indicates the end angle range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

If you edit the start angle or end angle on a particular step, all 9 steps in that
memory location will automatically be set to the same start angle and end angle.

If several steps are connected together to form a sequence of tests, the start
angle will apply to the first step in the sequence and the end angle will apply to
the last step in that sequence.

If memories are connected together as part of a test sequence, the start angle
will apply to the first step in the sequence and the end angle will apply to the last
step in the sequence. For example, memory 1 step 7 is linked to memory 1 step
8, memory 1 step 9 and memory 2 step 1 to create a four step sequence of tests.
If the start angle is set to 90 degrees and the end angle is set to 180 degrees, the
output voltage waveform at memory 1 step 7 will have a start angle at 90 degrees
and the output voltage waveform at memory 2 step 1 will end at a 180 degree
angle.

To change the start angle or end angle use the numeric keypad and type the
degree value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin
blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft
key to accept the parameter, or press the Esc soft key to move back to the Start
Angle or End Angle parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the
degree angle is accepted and you transition into the next parameter: Memory
Cycle.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.2 Editing Memory Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Memory Cycle parameter. Pressing the
Edit soft key will provide the following screen:

Memory Cycle = indicates the number of cycles that will be performed when the

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 output is active.

Memory Cycle Range: = provides the selections available for the Memory Cycle.
The options available are 0 – 9999, 0=Cont., 1=Off. The 0 – 9999 selection
programs the instrument to repeat the test cycle x number of times. The 0=Cont.
selection indicates that the test cycle will repeat in . The 1=Off selection
indicates that the test cycle will perform only one cycle.

To change the Memory Cycle, use the number keypad to select the memory
cycle range and press the Enter soft key to accept the number. To cancel the
editing of the Memory Cycle press, the Esc soft key. When the Enter soft key is
pressed and the Memory Cycle is accepted, you transition into the next
parameter: Memory.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.3 Editing Memory (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Memory parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Refer to section 4.3.1 for editing the Memory. If you wish to bypass editing this
parameter and move to the next parameter you can press the Prev or Next soft
key.

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 4.6.4 Editing Step (PROGRAM Mode only)
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Step parameter. Pressing the Edit soft
key will provide the following screen:

Step = indicates the step location within the memory.

Step Range: 1 – 9 indicates the step ranges available for selection.

To change the step, use the numeric keypad to select the step number and press
the Enter soft key to accept the step. To cancel the editing of the step number,
press the Esc soft key.

The Step parameter can also be edited from the set screen. If you hit the Step
soft key, you can use the Step + and Step – soft keys to increase or decrease the
step number.

When the Enter soft key is pressed and the Step is accepted you transition into
the next parameter: Voltage.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.5 Editing Voltage

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Voltage parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

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 Voltage = indicates the voltage currently programmed into the instrument.

Voltage Range: 0.0- 300 indicates the voltage range that can be programmed
into the instrument. Note units 7016 and 7040 have a minimum set voltage of 5V

Voltage Mode: indicates whether the instrument is in the Auto or High mode.

Setting the Voltage mode to Auto, the system will automatically interpret the
voltage range and switch to the high or low voltage output range. Setting the
Voltage mode to High will put the output voltage into the high voltage output
range and the current is limited to half as compared to the current limit in the low
voltage output range. (Refer to the specification table in 3. Specifications and
Controls regarding current output based on voltage output range). Setting of
voltage range may not influence the existing output voltage setting.

To change the voltage, use the numeric keypad and type the voltage. Once you
type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking acknowledging the
parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to accept the parameter,
or press the Esc soft key to move back to the voltage parameter screen. When
the Enter soft key is pressed the voltage parameter is accepted and the system
transitions into the next parameter: Frequency.

To change the Voltage mode from Auto to High press the Change soft key to
toggle between the two selections. To accept the selection, press the Enter soft
key. To cancel the selection, press the Esc soft key. You must press the Enter
soft key to accept the range. To transition into the next parameter of frequency
output you must press the Next soft key if you do not change the voltage setting.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.6 Editing Frequency

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Frequency parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

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 Frequency = indicates the frequency currently programmed into the instrument.
Frequency Range: 40.0 – 500 Hz indicates the frequency range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

To change the frequency, use the numeric keypad and type the frequency. Once
you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking acknowledging
the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to accept the
parameter, or press the Esc key to move back to the Frequency Parameter
screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the frequency is accepted and you
transition into the next parameter: A Hi-Lmt.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.7 Editing A Hi-Lmt & A Lo-Lmt

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the A Hi-Lmt or Lo-Lmt parameter. Pressing
the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

A Hi-Lmt = indicates the current high limit that is programmed into the instrument.

Current High Limit Range: indicates the current range that can be programmed
into the instrument. If you select the 0=OFF a high limit current range is turned
OFF. The editing of the A Hi-Lmt parameter is available in the PROGRAM and
MANUAL Mode.

A Lo-Lmt = indicates the current low limit that is programmed into the instrument.
Current Low Limit Range: indicates the current range that can be programmed

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 into the instrument.

The A Lo-Lmt parameter setting is only available in the PROGRAM Mode.

To change the current high limit or low limit, use the numeric keypad and type the
current value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin
blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft
key to accept the parameter, or press the Esc soft key to move back to the
Current Parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the current is
accepted and you transition into the next parameter: P Hi-Lmt.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.8 Editing P Hi-Lmt & P Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨soft keys to navigate to the P Hi-Lmt or P Lo-Lmt parameter.
Pressing the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

P Hi-Lmt = indicates the power high limit that is programmed into the instrument.

Power High Limit Range: indicates the power range that can be programmed into
the instrument. If you select the 0=OFF a high limit power range is turned OFF.

P Lo-Lmt = indicates the power low limit that is programmed into the instrument.

Power Low Limit Range: indicates the power range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

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 To change the Power High Limit or Low Limit, use the numeric keypad and type
the power value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin
blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft
key to accept the parameter, or press the Esc key to move back to the Power
Parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the power is accepted
and you transition into the next parameter: Ap Hi-Lmt.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.9 Editing Ap Hi-Lmt & Ap Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Ap Hi-Lmt or Ap Lo-Lmt parameter.
Pressing the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

Ap Hi-Lmt = indicates the peak current high limit that is programmed into the
instrument.

Peak Current High Limit Range: indicates the peak current range that can be
programmed into the instrument. If you select the 0=OFF a high limit peak
current range is turned OFF.

Ap Lo-Lmt = indicates the peak current low limit that is programmed into the
instrument.

Peak Current Low Limit Range: indicates the peak current range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

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 To change the Peak Current High Limit or Low Limit use the numeric keypad and
type the peak current value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( )
will begin blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the
Enter soft key to accept the parameter, or press the Esc key to move back to the
Peak Current Parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the peak
current is accepted and you transition into the next parameter: PF Hi-Lmt.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.10 Editing PF Hi-Lmt & PF Lo-Lmt (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the PF Hi-Lmt or PF Lo-Lmt parameter.
Pressing the Edit soft key will provide one of the following screens:

PF Hi-Lmt = indicates the power factor high limit that is programmed into the
instrument.

Power Factor High Limit Range: indicates the power factor range that can be
programmed into the instrument. If you select the 0=OFF a high limit power
factor range is turned OFF.

PF Lo-Lmt = indicates the power factor low limit that is programmed into the
instrument.

Power Factor Low Limit Range: indicates the power factor range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

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 To change the Power Factor High Limit or Low Limit use the numeric keypad and
type the power factor value. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( )
will begin blinking acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the
Enter soft key to accept the parameter, or press the Esc key to move back to the
Power Factor Parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the power
factor is accepted and you transition into the next parameter: Ramp Up Time.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.11 Editing Ramp Up Time (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Ramp Up parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Ramp Up = indicates the ramp up time that is programmed into the instrument.

Ramp Up Time Range: indicates the ramp up time range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

To change the ramp up time, use the numeric keypad and type the time. Once
you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking acknowledging
the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to accept the time, or
press the Esc key to move back to the Ramp Up Time Parameter screen. When
the Enter soft key is pressed the time is accepted and you transition into the next
parameter: Timer Unit.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

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 4.6.12 Editing Timer Unit (PROGRAM Mode only)
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Timer Unit parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Timer Unit = indicates the timer unit mode that is programmed into the
instrument.

Timer Unit Mode: indicates the timer unit mode that can be programmed into the
instrument.

The power up modes available are Second, Minute or Hour. Press the Change
soft key to toggle the timer unit mode to Second/Minute/Hour. To save the
parameter, press the Enter soft key. To cancel the editing of the Timer Unit
Mode, press the Esc soft key. When the Enter soft key is pressed the Timer Unit
Mode is accepted and you transition into the next parameter: Delay Time.

4.6.13 Editing Delay Time (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Delay parameter. Pressing the Edit soft
key will provide the following screen:

Delay = indicates the delay time that is programmed into the instrument.

Delay Time Range: indicates the delay time range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

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 type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking acknowledging the
parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to accept the time, or
press the Esc soft key to move back to the Delay Time Parameter screen. When
the Enter soft key is pressed, the time is accepted and you transition into the next
parameter: Dwell.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.14 Editing Dwell (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Dwell parameter. Pressing the Edit soft
key will provide the following screen:

Dwell = indicates the dwell time that is programmed into the instrument.

Dwell Time Range: indicates the dwell time range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

To change the dwell time, use the numeric keypad and type the time. Once you
type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking acknowledging the
parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to accept the time, or
press the Esc soft key to move back to the Dwell Time Parameter screen. When
the Enter soft key is pressed, the time is accepted and you transition into the next
parameter: Ramp Down.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

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 4.6.15 Editing Ramp Down (PROGRAM Mode only)
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Ramp Down parameter. Pressing the
Edit soft key will provide the following screen:

Ramp Down = indicates the ramp down time that is programmed into the
instrument.

Ramp Down Time Range: indicates the ramp down time range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

To change the ramp down time, use the numeric keypad and type the time.
Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking
acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to
accept the time, or press the Esc soft key to move back to the Ramp Down Time
Parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the time is accepted and
you transition into the next parameter: Surge/Drop.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.16 Editing Surge/Drop (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Surge/Drop parameter. Pressing the
Edit soft key will provide the following screens:

Surge Drop = indicates the Surge/Drop mode that is programmed into the
instrument.

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 Surge/Drop Mode: indicates the Surge/Drop mode that can be programmed into
the instrument.

NOTE: Surge Drop editing in MANUAL Mode is only available in the System
menu.

The Surge/Drop modes available are ON and OFF. Press the Change soft key to
toggle the mode to ON or OFF. To save the parameter, press the Enter soft key.
To cancel the editing of the Surge/Drop mode press, the Esc soft key. When the
Enter soft key is pressed the Surge/Drop mode is accepted and you transition
into the next parameter: SD-Volt*.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

*If the Surge/Drop parameter is turned ON additional parameters of SD-Volt, SD-

Site, SD-Time, and SD-Cont. will be present in the editing test parameters
screen.

4.6.17 Editing SD-Volt* (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the SD-Volt parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

SD-Volt = indicates the SD-Volt that is programmed into the instrument.

Surge/Drop Voltage Range: indicates the Surge/Drop voltage range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

To change the Surge/Drop voltage, use the numeric keypad and type the voltage.
Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking
acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to
accept the voltage, or press the Esc soft key to move back to the SD-Volt
parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the voltage is accepted
and you transition into the next parameter: SD-Site.

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 If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

*Parameter is only available if the Surge/Drop parameter is turned ON.

4.6.18 Editing SD-Site* (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the SD-Site parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

SD-Site = indicates the Surge/Drop site that is programmed into the instrument.

Surge Drop Site Range: indicates the Surge/Drop site range that can be
programmed into the instrument.

To change the Surge/Drop site use the numeric keypad and type the time. Once
you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking acknowledging
the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to accept the time, or
press the Esc soft key to move back to the SD-Site Parameter screen. When the
Enter soft key is pressed the time is accepted and you transition into the next
parameter: SD-Time.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

*Parameter is only available if the Surge/Drop system parameter is turned ON.

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 4.6.19 Editing SD-Time* (PROGRAM Mode only)
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the SD-Time parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

SD-Time = indicates the Surge/Drop time that is programmed into the instrument.

Surge/Drop Pulse Width Range: indicates the Surge/Drop pulse width range that
can be programmed into the instrument.

To change the Surge/Drop pulse width use the numeric keypad and type the
time. Once you type in a number a shaded black box ( ) will begin blinking
acknowledging the parameter is being changed. Press the Enter soft key to
accept the time, or press the Esc soft key to move back to the SD-Time
parameter screen. When the Enter soft key is pressed the time is accepted and
you transition into the next parameter: SD-Cont.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

*Parameter is only available if the Surge/Drop system parameter is turned ON.

4.6.20 Editing SD-Cont.* (PROGRAM Mode only)

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the SD-Cont. parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

SD-Cont = indicates the Surge/Drop mode that is programmed into the

instrument.

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 Surge/Drop Trig Mode: indicates the Surge/Drop trigger mode that can be
programmed into the instrument.

If the Surge/Drop Trig mode is ON the surge drop parameters previously

programmed will trigger automatically once the test starts. This will continue to
be active until the Trig. soft key is pressed or a failure occurs. If the Surge/Drop
Trig Mode is OFF the Surge/Drop parameter previously programmed will only
trigger when the Trig. soft key is pressed

For example, given the following parameters:

Parameter Value
Output Voltage 100Vrms
Output Frequency 50 Hz
Surge/Drop Voltage 60Vrms
Surge/Drop Site 25ms
Surge/Drop Time 1ms

When the Trig. soft key is hit one time while the SD-Cont. is set to OFF, the
waveform will look like this:

*Parameter is only available if the Surge/Drop system parameter is turned ON.

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 4.6.21 Editing Prompt
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Prompt parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Press the “Edit”soft key and a blinking shaded black box ( ) will appear notifying
you that characters can be inserted into the prompt field. Use the soft keys > and
∨ to highlight the character you would like to use. Press the Select soft key to
accept the character. You can also use the numeric keypad to enter characters.
When the numeric keypad is used the number is inserted automatically and the
Select soft key is not needed. To delete a character use the Backspace key <- -
located on the numeric keypad. There are 32 characters spaces available for the
prompt message. To save the prompt message press the <more> soft key which
will bring you to the following screen.

Press the Enter soft key to accept the prompt message. To cancel the prompt
message, press the Esc soft key. When the Enter soft key is pressed the prompt
is accepted and you transition into the next parameter: Step Cycle.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

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 4.6.22 Editing Step Cycle (PROGRAM Mode only)
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Step Cycle parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Step Cycle = indicates the step cycle that is programmed into the instrument.

Step Cycle Range: indicates the step cycle range that can be programmed into
the instrument.

The ranges available are 0 – 9999, 0=Cont., 1=Off. The 0 – 9999 selection
programs the instrument to repeat the test step cycle x number of times. The
0=Cont. selection indicates that the test cycle will repeat in . The 1=Off
selection indicates that the test cycle will perform only one cycle. When the
“Enter”soft key is pressed the step cycle is accepted and you transition into the
next parameter: Connect.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

4.6.23 Editing Connect

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the Connect parameter. Pressing the Edit
soft key will provide the following screen:

Connect = indicates the status of the connect mode that is programmed into the
instrument.

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 Step Connect Mode: indicates the connect mode that can be programmed into
the instrument.

Press the Change soft key to toggle the connect mode ON/OFF. To save the
parameter, press the Enter soft key. To cancel the editing of the step mode press
the Esc soft key. When the Enter soft key is pressed the connect mode is
accepted and you transition into the next parameter: Memory Cycle.

If you wish to bypass editing this parameter and move to the next parameter you
can press the Prev or Next soft key.

When the connect mode is ON there will be an underscore _ next to the step
number in the set screen. It will look as follows:

4.7 Reviewing Test Results

To review the testing results press the Result soft key in the set screen. You may
have to use the <more> soft key to get to the Results soft key. The screen will
look as follows when you are in the correct screen:

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 Press the Result soft key to view the results. The screen will look as follows:

If you have multiple steps linked together you will have to use the navigation soft
keys in order to toggle through each step to review the results. Press the Exit
soft key to move back to the set screen.

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 5. Test Modes

5.1 Description of Test Modes

Within the System Parameter settings of Auto Mode you have four selections
available (PROGRAM/MANUAL).

The PROGRAM Mode will run your testing routine according to the parameters
that have been entered within the testing parameters screen when the
TEST/RESET key is pressed. In most cases the there will be a testing time
associated with the test mode unless the time has been selected to or the
cycle mode is ON.

The MANUAL Mode will run your testing routine according to the parameters
currently programmed into the instrument when the Test/Reset key is pressed.
However, there is no test time associated with the MANUAL Mode. The output is
continuous until the Test/Reset key is pressed again.

5.2 Initializing a Test in PROGRAM Mode

When the AUTO RUN parameter in the System Parameters menu is set to the
PROGRAM Mode and you are in the set screen the display will be as follows:

To initialize the test press the Test/Reset key and the LED for the key will
illuminate. The text “Set”on the set screen will turn to Dwell, in addition your soft
keys will change to include Meter, Cycle, Keypad, and Trig.

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 If you press the Meter soft key a shaded black box ( ) will highlight the meter
parameters of F:, Ap:, P:, A:, PF:, and the display will read the output on the on
the right side of the display. Every time the meter key is pressed it will toggle
through the meter parameters.

If you press the Cycle soft key the display will change and provide you the cycle
information from Step, Memory, and Loop. This will take the place of the meter
reading on the right side of the display. To move back to the meter reading,
press the Meter soft key.

If you press the Keypad soft key the display will show the text Voltage = above
the voltage meter on the left hand side of the display. A shaded black box ( ) will
be flashing waiting for a voltage value to be entered from the numeric keypad.
Once the value has been typed into the instrument you must press the Enter soft
key to accept the value. The Esc soft key is available to exit out of this mode and
move back to the test screen.

If you press the Trig. soft key you will hear a beep which is notification that the
trigger has been activated for the Surge/Drop parameters that have been entered
into the instrument.

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 When the test cycle has completed the display will show you the meter readings
and the soft keys will change to Meter, Cycle, Exit. You can toggle through the
meter displays or show the cycles by pressing the appropriate soft keys. The
display will also show you the test status where the text “Dwell”was located. If
the test passes you will see Pass. If you press the Exit soft key the screen will
reset back to the set screen.

5.3 Initializing a Test in MANUAL Mode

When the AUTO RUN parameter in the System Parameters is set to the
MANUAL Mode and you are in the set screen the display will be as follows:

To initialize the test press the Test/Reset key and the LED for the key will
illuminate. The text “Set”on the set screen will turn to Dwell, in addition your soft
keys will change to include Meter, AUTO, Keypad, and Trig. In the MANUAL
Mode output will run continuously until the Test/Reset key is pressed again, or
there is a failure condition.

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 If you press the Meter soft key a shaded black box ( ) will highlight the meter
parameters of F:, Ap:, P:, A:, PF:, and the display will read the output on the on
the right side of the display. Every time the meter key is pressed it will toggle
through the meter parameters.

If you press the AUTO soft key a shaded black box ( ) will toggle between AUTO
& HIGH. The AUTO Mode will toggle the voltage range from low to high based
on the voltage setting. This allows you to receive maximum current based on the
voltage range you have selected. If the HIGH Mode is selected the current will
always be at 50% of the maximum capacity of the instrument at any voltage level
selected whether it would be in the low or high range.

If you press the Keypad soft key the display will show the text Voltage = above
the voltage meter on the left hand of the display. A shaded black box ( ) will be
flashing waiting for a voltage value to be entered from the numeric keypad. Once
the value has been typed into the instrument you must press the Enter soft key to
accept the value. The Esc soft key is available to exit out of this mode and move
back to the test screen.

In the MANUAL Mode the Rotary Knob on the front panel also becomes active. It
can be used to adjust voltage or frequency. When the instrument is in an idle
state, it can also be used to edit the Hi-Lmt. To adjust the frequency with the
Rotary Knob the meter selection must be on F. To adjust the voltage with the
Rotary Knob the meter can be on any selection except F. To adjust the Hi-Lmt
with the Rotary Knob the meter selection must be on Hi-Lmt. To adjust the output,
rotate the knob either clockwise or counterclockwise. Clockwise rotations will
increase the output, whereas counterclockwise rotations will decrease the output.
If LOCK is set to ON, the Rotary Knob is disabled.

If you press the Trig. soft key you will hear a beep which is notification that the
trigger has been activated for the Surge/Drop parameters that have been entered
into the instrument.

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 6. Displayed Messages
During any abnormal conditions, there are several error messages that could be
indicated in the display. When an abnormal condition occurs the output will
disable and the alarm will sound. The Test/Reset LED indicator will also begin
flashing. Pressing the Test/Reset key will reset the audible alarm and the
abnormal condition will be displayed.

WARNING
All error messages occur in abnormal conditions and
therefore must be recorded. Check the cause of the error to ensure the problem
is eliminated before restarting the operation, or contact Associated Power
Technologies, Inc., or our official distributors for further assistance.

Display Message Definition

OTP Over Temperature Protection
OCP Over Current Protection
OPP Over Power Protection
OVP Output Voltage Protection
A-SH Amplifier Shutdown Protection

6.1 OTP – Over Temperature Protection

Displayed if the heat sink of the instrument has exceeded 130º C. The voltage
and current displays will show the overloaded voltage or current respectively.
The LED indicator for the Test/Reset key will be blinking.

6.2 OCP – Over Current Protection

Displayed if the output current has exceeded 110% of maximum current rating for
1 second or there is a short circuit for 6 seconds. The LED indicator for the
Test/Reset key will be blinking.

6.3 OPP – Over Power Protection

Displayed if the output power has exceeded 110% of maximum power rating for 1
second. The LED indicator for the Test/Reset key will be blinking.

6.4 OVP – Output Voltage Protection

Displayed if the output voltage has exceeded 5 V of the setting voltage in the
0-150V range, or has exceeded 10 V of the setting voltage in the 0-300V range.
The LED indicator for the Test/Reset key will be blinking.

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 If an OVP error occurs on the next power up cycle on the displays will show
Volt Err.

6.5 A-SH – Amplifier Shutdown Protection

Displayed if the amplifier is in an abnormal condition. The LED indicator for the
Test/Reset key will be blinking.

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 7. Remote PLC

7.1 Signal Output

The rear panel connector of the 7000 Series provides output signals to remotely
monitor PASS, FAIL, and PROCESSING conditions via a 9-Pin D-type connector.
When a terminal becomes active the relay closes thereby allowing the external
voltage to operate an external device. The following table provides the
conditions of each pin and the relay state.

Condition Pins Relay State

PASS Connection between PIN Closes on PASS and
1 & PIN 2 is opened on next test
initialized
FAIL Connection between PIN Closes on FAIL and is
3 & PIN 4 opened when next
test is initialized
PROCESSING Connection between PIN Closes when test
5 & PIN 6 initialized and opens
after test is completed

7.2 Signal Input - 7 Memory Recall (Opt. 4)

The 7000 Series also provides an optional remote input interface (Opt. 4) to
control any test operation via remote. The 9-Pin D-Type connector signals for
Test, Reset, and 7 Memories (M1 – M7) input control signals. PLC remote
functions will be activated once the PLC Remote from the System setup
Parameter is turned on. Upon turning on the PLC Remote setting, the
TEST/RESET LED will be lit and the buzzer will beep twice before returning to
the RESET condition, when any key on the front panel is pressed. Whenever
there is an abnormal output detected the instrument can be reset by pressing the
TEST/RESET key or the initializing a reset through the PLC remote

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 The following table provides the conditions of each pin and the relay state:

Condition Pins Relay State

TEST Connection between PIN 3 & PIN Momentary contact
5 closure
RESET Connection between PIN 2 & PIN Momentary contact
5 closure

Memory Input Control

Selection of up to 7 memory locations is achieved by using a Normally Open
(N.O) Momentary Button. The truth table below provides the pin locations
needed in order to select the memories.

Memory PIN 1 PIN 9 PIN 8

M1 OFF OFF ON
M2 OFF ON OFF
M3 OFF ON ON
M4 ON OFF OFF
M5 ON OFF ON
M6 ON ON OFF
M7 ON ON ON

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 8. Bus Remote Interface GPIB/USB/RS-232
This section provides information on the proper use and configuration of bus
remote interface. The USB/RS-232 remote interface is standard on model 7000
series but the GPIB (IEEE-488) interface option can be substituted for the
USB/RS-232 interface. Please refer to the Option section of this manual for
details on the 7000 series options.

The USB/RS-232 interface card requires the user to download a driver in order
for the instrument to recognize the USB interface. The driver can be found on the
Associated Research, Inc. website:

http://www.aspowertechnologies.com/support/USB-driver.aspx

Click on “USB/RS-232 Driver”to download the driver. This link contains an

automatic extract and install program. Follow the instructions of the installation
program to initialize the driver install. NOTE: The USB port acts as a USB to RS-
232 converter. As a result, the PC will recognize the USB port as a virtual COM
port.

The USB/RS-232 interface also uses the same command set as the GPIB
interface for setting of test parameters. However there are many functions of the
GPIB 488.2 interface that are not available through USB/RS-232. The IEEE-488
interface included with the 7000 series conforms to the requirements of the IEEE-
488.2 standard.

8.1 USB/RS-232 Interface

This interface is standard on the 7000 series. This interface provides all of the
control commands and parameter setting commands of the GPIB interface with
the exception of the 488.2 Common Command the Status Reporting commands
and SRQ capability. All commands can be found in the command list, section
12.9 of this manual. The identification command *IDN is also available through
USB/RS-232.

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 8.1.1 USB/RS-232 Connector
The USB/RS-232 connection is configured as follows for a 9 pin Serial Port
Interface.

RD 2 2 RD

TD 3 3 TD

SIG 5 5 SIG
GND GND

8.1.2 Communication Port Configuration

The COM port should have the following configuration:

• 9600 baud
• 8 data bits
• No polarity
• 1 stop bit

This interface does not support XON/XOFF protocol and any hardware
handshaking. The controller should be configured to ignore the Handshaking
Lines DTR (PIN 4,), DSR (PIN 6) and RTS (PIN 9). If the port cannot be
configured through software to ignore the lines, the handshaking lines should
then be jumped together in two different sets. The PIN 4 and 6 jumped together
while PIN 7 & 8 jumped together at the controller end of the cable.

8.1.3 Sending and Receiving Commands

Sending Commands
When sending commands over the USB/RS-232 bus the instrument will send a
response string of 06 Hex or 6 decimal and Acknowledge (ACK) ASCII control
code if the transfer was recognized and completed by the instrument. If there is
an error with the command string that is sent, the instrument will respond with 15
Hex or 21 decimal and the Not Acknowledge (NAK) ASCII code. The ACK or
NAK response allows for software handshaking in order to monitor and control
data flow.

Receiving Commands
When requesting data from the instrument it will automatically send the data back
to the controller input buffer. The controller input buffer will accumulate the data
being sent from the instrument including the ACK and NAK response strings, until
the controller has read it. When the strings or command has been sent it must

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 be terminated with LF=(0AH), such as ”TEST”+LF.

8.2 GPIB Interface

8.2.1 GPIB Connector

Connection is usually accomplished with a 24-conductor cable with a plug on one
end and a connector at the other end. Devices may be connected in a linear,
star or a combination configuration.

The standard connector is the Amphenol or Cinch Series 57 Microribbon or AMP

CHAMP type. The GPIB uses negative logic with standard transistor-transistor
logic (TTL) levels. When DAV is true, for example, it is a TTL low level (≤ 0/8 V),
and when DAV is false, it is a TTL high level (≥ 2.0 V).

Restrictions and Limitations on the GPIB

• A maximum separation of 4 m between any two devices and an average
separation of 2 m over the entire bus.
• A maximum total cable length of 20 m.
• No more than 15 device loads connected to each bus, with no less than two-
thirds powered on. For example 1 GPIB controller and a maximum of 14
GPIB instruments.
• Note: A bus extender, which is available from numerous manufacturers, is
available to overcome these limitations.

8.2.2 GPIB Address

Each device on the GPIB (IEEE-488) interface must have a unique address. You
can set the address of the 7000 series to any value between 0 and 30. The
address can only be set from the front panel. The address is stored in non-
volatile memory and does not change when the power has been off or after a
remote reset.

• The address is set to 8 when the instrument is shipped from the factory.

8.3 Interface Functions

The capability of a device connected to the bus is specified by its interface
functions. These functions provide the means for a device to receive, process,
and send messages over the bus. The interface functions are listed in the chart
below.

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 GPIB 488.1 INTERFACE FUNCTIONS
Interface Function Subset Description
Source Handshake SH1 Complete Source handshake capability
Acceptor Handshake AH1 Complete Acceptor handshake capability
Talker T6 Talker functions (unaddress if MLA)
Listener L4 Listener functions (unaddress if MTA)
Service Request SR1 Complete Service request capability
Remote Local RL0 No remote/local capability
Parallel Poll PP0 No parallel poll capability
Device Clear DC1 Complete Device clear capability
Device Trigger DT0 No device trigger capability
Controller C0 No controller capability
Electrical Interface E2 Three-state drivers

Controllable Items Test and Reset control.

Setting of test parameters for tests.
Reading of instrument status and test results.

Data Codes ASCII

Delimiter NL (+ EOI)

8.4 GPIB/USB/RS-232 Interface Command List

A GPIB read command must be sent after the command strings, to retrieve any
data from a query command (?). The APT 7000 series GPIB bus will not send
any data to the controller without being queried. The USB/RS-232 bus will
automatically send any response back to the controller’s input buffer. Each
command string should be terminated the ASCII control code, New Line <NL>,
OAh or the end of line EOL message for GPIB.

The following conventions are used to describe the commands syntax. Braces ({
}) enclose each parameter for a command string. Triangle brackets (< >) indicate
that you must substitute a value for the enclosed parameter. The Pipe ( | ) is used
to separate different parameter options for a command. Do not include any of the
above characters when sending the commands. The command and the value
should be separated with a space.

All commands that end with a question mark (?) are query commands and
required an IEEE-488 read command to retrieve the data from the device’
s
output buffer.

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 8.4.1 Basic Commands and Query Commands
The following commands are used to control actual output voltage and current
from the instrument. This command set also includes query commands. These
query commands will retrieve data from the instrument. The GPIB bus application
requires an IEEE-488 read command to be sent after the query command. These
commands include functions for retrieving test data, test results and metering
values.

Command Description Value Unit

TEST Execute a Test Power On
Abort a test in Process or
RESET Reset Failures Power Off
MEMORY,STEP,STATUS,FREQ,
VOLT,CURR,WATT,CURR
TD? Testing meters data PEAK,PF,TIMER
MEMORY,STEP,STATUS,FREQ,
VOLT,CURR,WATT,CURR
RD? Results meters data PEAK,PF,TIMER
TDFREQ? Testing frequency meter 45.0~500.0 Hz
TDVOLT? Testing voltage meter 0.0~300.0 V
TDCURR? Testing current meter 0.000~42.00 A
TDAP? Testing current peak meter 0.0~59.0 A
TDP? Testing power meter 0.0~5000 W
TDPF? Testing pf meter 0.000~1.000 -
TDTIMER? Testing timer meter 0.0~999.9 s/m/h
METER 0=FREQ,1=AP,2=POWER,3=CU
Meter Selection
{4|3|2|1|0} RR,4=PF
0=FREQ,1=AP,2=POWER,3=CU
METER? Meter Selection Query
RR,4=PF
Trigger one time
SDTRG
Surge/Drop
STEPCYCLE? Step Cycle Query 0 = Continuous, 1 = Off, 0-9999
MEMORYCYCLE
Memory Cycle Query
? 0 = Continuous, 1 = Off, 0-9999
LOOPCYCLE? Loop Cycle Query 0 = Continuous, 1 = Off, 0-9999

TEST
Turns on the output voltage at the selected step loaded into memory.

RESET
Turns the output voltage off or resets the instrument in the event of a failure.

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 TD?
Read the active data being displayed on the LCD display while the test is in
process. Will also read the last data taken when the test sequence has
completed. Each parameter is separated by commas and includes memory
number, step number, test status, frequency value, voltage value, current value,
power value, peak current value, power factor value and timer metering. The
syntax for the command response is {memory, step, status, frequency, voltage,
current, power, peak current, power factor, timer}. Each meter will contain only
the value and not the units. Current and peak current are displayed in amps while
power is displayed in Watts.

RD <step number>?
Read the results for an individual step. The step number is the actual step
number that has been saved within the file, not the order of which the steps were
executed. For example if the test was executed starting from step 3 and ending
with step 5 then the first step test results will be found in location 3 not in location
1. Each parameter is separated by commas and includes step number, test type,
test status, and metering. The syntax for this command response is {memory,
step, status, frequency, voltage, current, power, peak current, power factor,
timer}. ACW test displays 4 meters. Each meter will contain only the value and
not the units. Each meter will contain only the value and not the units. Current
and peak current are displayed in amps while power is displayed in Watts.

TDFREQ?
Read the active frequency value being displayed while a test is in process.

TDVOLT?
Read the active voltage value being displayed while a test is in process.

TDCURR?
Read the active current value being displayed while a test is in process.

TDAP?
Read the active peak current value being displayed while a test is in process.

TDP?
Read the active power value being displayed while a test is in process.

TDPF?
Read the active power factor value being displayed while a test is in process.

TDTIMER?
Read the active timer meter value being displayed while a test is in process.

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 METER {4|3|2|1|0}
Selects the metered value that is displayed while a test is in process. 4 sets the
meter = power factor, 3 sets the meter = current, 2 sets the meter = power, 1 sets
the meter = peak current and 0 sets meter = frequency.

METER?
Read the selected meter value. Returns value of 0 – 4.

SDTRG
Triggers a one shot surge/drop in order to simulate loading or brown out
conditions.

STEPCYCLE?
Read the value of the current step cycle signal. When the step cycle has been
activated the query will return a value of 0 for continuous, 1 for Off or a range
from 0~9999 cycles.

MEMORYCYCLE?
Read the value of the current memory cycle signal. When the memory cycle has
been activated the query will return a value of 0 for continuous cycling, 1 for Off
or a range from 0~9999 cycles.

LOOPCYCLE?
Read the value of the current loop cycle signal. When the loop cycle has been
activated the query will return a value of 0 for continuous cycling, 1 for Off or a
range from 0~9999 cycles.

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 8.4.2 Program Commands and Companion Queries
These commands are used to modify individual test parameters within each step.
Many of these commands require a parameter value to be included with the
command. The companion query command will read the parameter. The writing
of the parameter requires that the unit not be included with the value, only the
numeric value should be included with the command. Also, when the query
commands are sent, the response will not include the unit characters.

Command Description Value Unit

AR {1|0} Set Auto Run 0=PROGRAM,1=MANUAL
AR? Return Auto Run Value 0~3
Set Memory Cycle
MC <value> Value 0~9999 ,0=Contine,1=OFF
Return Memory Cycle
MC? Value 0-9999
MEMORY <value> Memory Number 1-50
Return Memory
MEMORY? Number 1-50
STEP <value> Step Number 1-9
STEP? Return Step Number 1-9
VOLT <value> Set Voltage Value 0.0~300.0 V
VOLT? Return Voltage 0.0~300.0 V
RANG {1|0} Range Set 0=HIGH,1=AUTO
RANG? Return Range Set 0-1
FREQ <value> Input Frequency Value 45.0~500 Hz
Return Frequency
FREQ? Value 45.0~500 Hz
AHI <value> Set Current High Limit 0.000~42.00 A
Return Current High
AHI? Limit 0.000~42.00 A
ALO <value> Set Current Low Limit 0.000~42.00 A
Return Current Low
ALO? Limit 0.000~42.00 A
Set Current Peak High
APHI <value> Limit 0.0~59.0 A
Return Current Peak
APHI? High Limit 0.0~59.0 A
Set Current Peak Low
APLO <value> Limit 0.0~59.0 A

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 Command Description Value Unit
Return Current Peak
APLO? Low Limit 0.0~59.0 A
PHI <value> Set Power High Limit 0.0~5000 W
Return Power High
PHI? Limit 0.0~5000 W
PLO <value> Set Power Low Limit 0.0~5000 W
PLO? Return Power Low Limit 0.0~5000 W
Set Power Factor High
PFHI <value> Limit 0.000~1.000
Return Power Factor
PFHI? High Limit 0.000~1.000
Set Power Factor Low
PFLO <value> Limit 0.000~1.000
Return Power Factor
PFLO? Low Limit 0.000~1.000
RAMPUP <value> Set Ramp Up Timer 0.1~999.9 s
RAMPUP? Return Ramp Up Timer 0.1~999.9 s
TUNIT {2|1|0} Set Time Unit 0=Second,1=Minute,2=Hour
TUNIT? Return Time Unit 0-2
DELAY <value> Set Delay Timer 0.1~999.9 s/m/h
DELAY? Return Delay Timer 0.1~999.9 s/m/h
DWELL <value> Set Dwell Timer 0.0~999.9 ,0=Const s/m/h
DWELL? Return Dwell Timer 0.0~999.9 s/m/h
RAMPDOWN <value> Set Ramp Down Timer 0.1~999.9 s
Return Ramp Down
RAMPDOWN? Timer 0.1~999.9 s
SDVOLT <value> Set Surge Drop Voltage 0.0~300.0 V
Return Surge Drop
SDVOLT? Voltage 0.0~300.0 V
SDLT <value> Set Surge Drop Site 0.0~99.9 ms
SDLT? Return Surge Drop Site 0.0~99.9 ms
SDHT <value> Set Surge Drop Time 0.0~25.0 ms
Return Surge Drop
SDHT? Time 0.0~25.0 ms
SDCT {1|0} Set Surge Drop Mode 0=OFF,1=ON
Return Surge Drop
SDCT? Mode 0~1
PTD Delete Prompt
PT <value> Create Prompt 1~30 BYTES of information
PT? Return Prompt String
SC <value> Set Step Cycle Value 0~9999 ,0=Cont,1=OFF
Return Step Cycle
SC? Value 0-9999

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 Command Description Value Unit
CONNECT {1|0} Step Connect 0=OFF,1=ON
CONNECT? Return Step Connect 0~1
SAG <value> Set Start Angle 0-359 °
Return Start Angle
SAG? Value 0-359 °
EAG <value> Set End Angle 0-359 °
EAG? Return End Angle Value 0-359 °

8.4.3 System Commands and Companion Queries

These commands are used to modify the system parameters for the instrument.
These commands require a parameter value to be included with the command.
The companion query command will read the parameter using the same value
that is used for setting the parameter.

Command Description Value Unit

SS {1|0} Set Single Step 0=OFF,1=ON
SS? Return Single Step 0~1
ALARM <value> Set Alarm Volume 1~9, 0=OFF, 9=high
ALARM? Return Alarm Volume 0~9
CONTRAST <value> Set Contrast 1~9, 1= low, 9=high
CONTRAST? Return Contrast 1~9
Set Power Up
PUP {2|1|0} Command 0=OFF,1=ON,2=LAST
PUP? Return Power Up Value 0-2
LC <value> Set Loop Cycle Value 0~9999 ,0=Cont,1=OFF
Return Loop Cycle
LC? Value 0-9999
VHI <value> Set Voltage High Limit 0.0~300.0 V
Return Voltage High
VHI? Limit 0.0~300.0 V
VLO <value> Set Voltage Low Limit 0.0~300.0 V
Return Voltage Low
VLO? Limit 0.0~300.0 V
Set Frequency High
FHI <value> Limit 45.0~500.0 Hz
Return Frequency High
FHI? Limit 45.0~500.0 Hz
Set Frequency Low
FLO <value> Limit 45.0~500.0 Hz
Return Frequency Low
FLO? Limit 45.0~500.0 Hz
RESULTS {2|1|0} Set Results Displayed 0=ALL,1=P/F,2=LAST

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 Command Description Value Unit
Return Results
RESULTS? Displayed Value 0-2
SD {1|0} Set Surge Drop 0=OFF,1=ON

SD? Return Surge Drop 0~1

LOCK {1|0} Security Lock 0=OFF,1=ON
Security Lock Displayed
LOCK? Value 0=OFF,1=ON
MEMLOCK {1|0} Memory Lock 0=OFF,1=ON
Memory Lock Displayed
MEMLOCK? Value 0=OFF,1=ON
Set Over Current
OF {1|0} Foldback 0=OFF,1=ON
Return Over Current
OF? Foldback 0~1

8.4.4 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands

These commands are required by the IEEE-488.2 standard with the exception of
*PSC, *PSC?. Most of these commands are not available over the USB/RS-232
bus except for the *IDN? command which can be used to retrieve the instrument
identification information, and the four status reporting commands *ESR?, *ESE,
*ESE? and *STB?.

Command Name Description

Company, Model Number, Serial
*IDN? Identification Query
Number, Firmware Revision
*RST Reset Command Resets Unit
00H=OK
*TST? Self-Test Query
01H=TEST EEPROM ERROR
Clear Standard Event Status
*CLS Clear Status Command Register Clear Service Request
Register
When TEST command ok setting
*OPC Operation Complete Command
ESR BIT0 =1
0 = Test in Process
*OPC? Operation Complete Query
1 = Test Complete OK
*WAI Wait for next command

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 Command Name Description
Standard Event Status Register BIT 0 ,01H, (1) Operation
*ESR?
Query Complete
BIT 1 ,02H, (2) Not Used
BIT 2 ,04H, (4) Query Error
BIT 3 ,08H, (8) Device Error
BIT 4 ,10H,(16) Execution Error
BIT 5 ,20H,(32) Command Error
BIT 6 ,40H,(64) Not Used
BIT 7 ,80H,(128) Power On
Standard Event Status Enable
*ESE <value> value=0~255
Command
*ESE? Standard Event Status Enable Query 0 - 255
*STB? Read Status Byte Query BIT 0 ,01H,(1) All PASS
BIT 1 ,02H,(2) FAIL
BIT 2, 04H,(4) ABORT
BIT 3, 08H,(8) Process
BIT 4, 10H,(16) Message Available
BIT 5, 20H,(32) Standard Event
(ESB)
BIT 6, 40H,(64) Request Service
(MSS)
BIT 7, 80H,(128) Prompt
*SRE <value> Service Request Enable value=0~255
*SRE? Service Request Enable Query 0 - 255
1 = Power-on clear enable registers
*PSC {1|0} Power-On Status 0 = Power-on load previous enable
registers
*PSC? Power-On Status Query returns value = 0 or 1

*IDN?
Read the instrument identification string. Company = APT.

*RST
Reset the instrument to original power on configuration. Does not clear Enable
register for Standard Summary Status or Standard Event Registers. Does not
clear the output queue. Does not clear the power-on-status-clear flag.

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 *TST?
Performs a self test of the instrument data memory. Returns 0 if it is successful or
1 if the test fails.

*CLS
Clears the Status Byte summary register and event registers. Does not clear the
Enable registers.

*OPC
Sets the operation complete bit (bit 0) in the Standard Event register after a
command is completed successfully.

*OPC?
Returns an ASCII “1”after the command is executed.

*WAI
After the command is executed, it prevents the instrument from executing any
further query or commands until the no-operation-pending flag is TRUE.

*ESR?
Queries the power-on status clear setting. Returns 0 or 1.

*ESE <value>
Standard Event enable register controls which bits will be logically ORed together
to generate the Event Summary bit 5 (ESB) within the Status Byte.

*ESE?
Queries the Standard Event enable register. Returns the decimal value of the
binary-weighted sum of bits.

*STB?
Read the Status Byte. Returns the decimal value of the binary-weighted sum of
bits.

*SRE <value>
Service Request enable register controls which bits from the Status Byte should
be used to generate a service request when the bit value = 1.

*SRE?
Queries the Service Request enable register. Returns the decimal value of
binary-weighted sum of bits.

*PSC {1|0}
Sets the power-on status clear bit. When set to 1 the Standard Event Enable
register and Status Byte Enable registers will be cleared when power is turned

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 ON. 0 setting indicates the Enable registers will be loaded with Enable register
masks from non-volatile memory at power ON.

*PSC?
Queries the power-on status clear setting. Returns 0 or 1.

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 9. Calibration Procedure
All Associated Power Technologies, Inc. instruments have been calibrated at the
factory prior to delivery. The recommended calibration cycle for all APT
instruments is every 12 months.

9.1 Hardware Verification Procedure

This instruction sheet covers the hardware verification procedure for the 7000
series power supply. The hardware verification is required to be performed prior
to the standard software calibration. This procedure should be used to determine
if a hardware calibration should be performed. All Tests should be performed at
60Hz. If the hardware verification requires adjustment proceed to 9.2 Hardware
Calibration Procedure. If the hardware verification does not require adjustment
proceed to 9.3 Software Calibration Procedure.

Required Measurement Standard

• High Band DVM >50kHz capable of measuring millivolts DC and 115 VAC

Required Measurement Equipment

• 475k , ¼ watt resistor
• 10uF, 115V non-polarized capacitor

9.1.1 Activate Non-Calibration Mode

• Press the “0”and “7”keys while simultaneously powering the instrument on.

9.1.2 Verify High Frequency Noise

1. Connect the output of the instrument to the DVM.
2. Set the DVM to measure to AC mV.
3. Set the output voltage to 0V in the HIGH voltage mode and activate the
output of the instrument.
4. Verify that the reading on the DVM is < 350 mV for the models 7004,
7008, 7014 and < 550mV for the model 7040.

9.1.3 Verify High Frequency Noise

5. Connect the output of the instrument to the DVM.

6. Set the DVM to measure to AC mV.
7. Set the output voltage to 0V in the HIGH voltage mode and activate the
output of the instrument.

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 8. Verify that the reading on the DVM is < 350 mV for the models 7004,
7008, 7016 and < 550mV for the model 7040.

9.1.4 Verify “115” Volts DC Offset

1. Connect the 475k resistor in series with the 10uF capacitor and
connect the DVM and load to the instrument as illustrated in the
following diagram:

instrument DVM
R475K

C 10uF

2. Set the DVM to read DC mV.

3. Set the output voltage to 115V in the AUTO voltage mode.
4. Push the output button and wait twenty seconds to take a
measurement.
5. Verify that the DVM measures 0V +\- 100mV.
6. Disconnect the load and the DVM.

9.1.5 Verify Wattmeter Offset

1. Set the output voltage to 0V in the HIGH voltage mode and activate the
output of the instrument.
2. Take note of the reading on the Wattmeter.
3. Set the output voltage to 300V and activate the output of the
instrument.
4. Verify that the wattmeter reads +0 to -3 watts of the reading when the
instrument is set to 0V for the Model 7040.
5. Verify that the wattmeter reads +0 to -0.5 watts of the reading when the
instrument is set to 0V for the Models 7004, 7008, and 7016.
6. Push the RESET key.
7. Power down the instrument.

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 9.1.6 Exit Non-Calibration Mode
Exit Non-Calibration mode for normal operation. Reset the instrument by
powering it off and then back on for standard operation mode.

9.2 Hardware Calibration Procedure

This instruction sheet covers the hardware calibration procedure for the 7000
series power supply. This procedure should be used before standard software
calibration if hardware verification procedure fails. All Tests should be performed
at 60Hz.

Required Measurement Standard

• DVM capable of measuring millivolts DC and 115VAC
• Oscilloscope

Required Measurement Equipment

• 475k , ¼ watt resistor
• 10uF, 115V non-polarized capacitor
• 3 , 4000W Load resistor for the model 7040
• 6 , 2000W Load resistor for the model 7016
• 12 , 1000W Load resistor for the model 7008
• 24 , 500W Load resistor for the model 7004
• Plastic inductor adjustment tool
• Potentiometer adjustment tool

9.2.1 Activate Non-Calibration Mode

Press the “0”and “7”keys while simultaneously powering the instrument on.

9.2.2 Clear High Frequency Noise

1. Connect the output of the instrument to the Oscilloscope.
2. Adjust the Oscilloscope to approximately 200mV/10us. This will allow
viewing of the high frequency noise.
3. Set the output voltage to 0V in the AUTO voltage mode and activate
the output of the instrument.
4. Adjust the variable inductor, located either on the amplifier board or the
output board, so that the high frequency waveform displayed on the
Oscilloscope is minimum. Refer to the service manual schematics for
the designator and location of the variable inductor. There may also be
some glue on top of the inductor, please remove this glue using the
plastic inductor adjustment tool first. When doing this adjustment you
may see some high frequency spikes and anomalies on the screen
which are not critical or applicable to this adjustment.

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 5. Change the voltage mode to HIGH and check that the high frequency
waveform displayed on the Oscilloscope is < 1000mVp-p for the
Models 7004, 7008, 7016 and < 1500mVp-p for the 7040.
6. Disconnect the Oscilloscope.

9.2.3 Adjust “0” Volts DC Offset

1. Connect the DVM to the output of the instrument and set to DC
millivolts.
2. Set the output voltage to 0V in the AUTO voltage mode and activate
the output of the instrument.
3. Adjust VR1 on the PWM6900 board so that the DVM measures 0V +\-
10mV.
4. Remove the DVM from the output.

9.2.4 Adjust “115” Volts DC Offset

1. Connect the 475k resistor in series with the 10uF capacitor and
connect the DVM and load to the instrument as illustrated in the
following diagram:

DVM
R475K

C 10uF

2. Set the DVM to read DC millivolts.

3. Set the output voltage to 115V in the AUTO voltage mode and activate
the output of the instrument.
4. Adjust VR2 on the CON6000 board so that the DVM measures 0V +\-
10mV.
5. Disconnect the load and the DVM.

9.2.5 Wattmeter Offset

1. Set the output voltage to 0V in the HIGH voltage mode and activate the
output of the instrument.
2. Take note of the reading on the Wattmeter.
3. Set the output voltage to 300V and activate the output of the
instrument.

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 4. Adjust VR1 on the CON6000 board so that the reading of the
wattmeter matches the value that was noted at 0V.

9.2.6 OCP Set Point

Make sure the instrument is in NONCAL mode.

1. Set the Auto Run mode to MANUAL.
2. Connect the Load to the output of the instrument according to the
Required Measurement Equipment section.
3. Rotate VR3 of the CON6000 counterclockwise to the end of its travel.
4. Set the output voltage to 110V in the AUTO voltage mode and activate
the output of the instrument.
5. Using the Rotary Knob, adjust the voltage up until the following RMS
current is displayed on the current meter.
6. 4.88A +/- 0.05A for the Model 7004
7. 9.75A +/- 0.10A for the Model 7008
8. 19.50A +/- 0.20A for the Model 7016
9. 39.00A +/- 0.40A for the Model 7040
10. Wait 15 seconds.
11. Rotate VR3 counterclockwise until the LCD displays OCP.

9.2.7 Exit Non-Calibration Mode

Exit Non-Calibration mode for normal operation. Reset the instrument by
powering it off and then back on for standard operation mode.

9.3 Software Calibration Procedure

The software calibration is recommended to be performed after the hardware
verification and hardware calibration has been completed.

Required Measurement Standard

• 0-40 Amp AC True RMS Ammeter
• 0-300 VAC True RMS Voltmeter
• 4000 W Wattmeter

Required Measurement Equipment

• 200 /50 W Resistor & 24 /400 W Resistor for 7004 Model
• 100 /100 W Resistor & 12 /1000 W Resistor for 7008 Model
• 50 /200 W Resistor & 6 /2000 W Resistor for 7016 Model
• 3 /4000 W Resistor for 7040 Model

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 9.3.1 Enter Calibration Mode
To enter the calibration mode power on the unit while holding the 4 key on the
numeric keypad. When in the calibration mode the display will look as follows:

Use the up or down arrow soft keys to navigate to the parameter that you would
like to calibrate. The parameters available for calibration are Voltage 150.0V,
Voltage 300.0 V, Current xx.xxA, Power xxxxW, and A-Peak xx.xA. The actual
values for the Current, Power, and A-Peak will change according to the model
number. For example if you are calibrating the 7040 the readings will be Current
2.0A, Current 36.00A, Power 4000W, and A-Peak 52.0A. Use the Select soft key
to select the parameter for calibration. If you press the Exit soft key from this
screen you will be kicked out of the Calibration mode and returned to the set
screen.

9.3.2 Calibration of Voltage 150.0V

Use the up or down arrow soft keys to navigate to the Voltage 150.0V parameter
and press the Select soft key.

Follow the prompt message provided on the display, and press the Test/Reset
button to move into the calibration screen for voltage. If you press the Exit soft
key at this screen you return to the calibration mode screen.

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 Enter the voltage reading from the voltmeter with the numeric keypad. When the
value has been selected press the Enter soft key and you will be moved to the
next calibration parameter Voltage 300.0V. If you press the Esc soft key you will
be returned to the calibration mode screen.

9.3.3 Calibration of Voltage 300.0V

Use the up or down arrow soft keys to navigate to the Voltage 300.0V parameter
and press the Select soft key.

Follow the prompt message provided on the display, and press the Test/Reset
button to move into the calibration screen for voltage. If you press the Exit soft
key at this screen you return to the calibration mode screen.

Enter the voltage reading from the voltmeter with the numeric keypad. When the
value has been selected press the Enter soft key and you will be moved to the
next calibration parameter Current xx.xA. If you press the Esc soft key you will
be returned to the calibration mode screen.

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 9.3.4 Calibration of High & Low Current Range
Use the up or down arrow soft keys to navigate to the Current x.xxxA, or Current
xx.xxA parameter and press the Select soft key.

Follow the prompt message provided on the display, and press the Test/Reset
button to move into the calibration screen for current. If you press the Exit soft
key at this screen you return to the calibration mode screen.

Enter the current reading from the ammeter with the numeric keypad. When the
value has been selected press the Enter soft key and you will be moved to the
next calibration parameter. The soft keys Volt+ and Volt- are available, if needed,
to adjust the voltage output of the instrument to set a proper current value if a
non-recommended load is used. If you press the Esc soft key you will be
returned to the calibration mode screen.

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 9.3.5 Calibration of High & Low Power Range
Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to Power xx.xW, or Power xxxxW parameter
and press the Select soft key.

Follow the prompt message provided on the display, and press the Test/Reset
button to move into the calibration screen for wattage. If you press the Exit soft
key at this screen you return to the calibration mode screen.

Enter the power reading from the wattmeter with the numeric keypad. When the
value has been selected press the Enter soft key and you will be moved to the
next calibration parameter. The soft keys Volt+ and Volt- are available, if needed,
to adjust the voltage output of the instrument to set a proper wattage value if a
non-recommended load is used. If you press the Esc soft key you will be
returned to the calibration mode screen.

9.3.6 Calibration of Peak Current

Use the ∧, ∨ soft keys to navigate to the A-Peak xx.xA parameter and press the
Select soft key.

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 Follow the prompt message provided on the display, and press the Test/Reset
button to move into the calibration screen for current. If you press the Exit soft
key at this screen you return to the calibration mode screen.

Enter the current reading from the ammeter with the numeric keypad. When the
value has been selected press the Enter soft key and you will be moved to the
next calibration parameter Volt 150.0V. The soft keys Volt+ and Volt- are
available, if needed, to adjust the voltage output of the instrument to set a proper
peak current value if a non-recommended load is used. If you press the Esc soft
key you will be returned to the calibration mode screen.

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 10. Options

11.1 Opt. 02 – Grounded Neutral

This option allows for a grounded return on the neutral output. It is ideal for
looking to reduce overall leakage current that can result from the instrument itself
in normal applications. This option is ideal for the medical industry.

10.1 Opt. 03 – GPIB Interface

This option provides the GPIB interface card in place of the standard USB/RS-
232.

11.2 Opt. 04 – 7 Memory Remote

This option allows the instrument to be interconnected to the Associated
Research line of electrical safety testers to automatically recall memory locations
within the AC power source. This option replaces the standard USB/RS-232
interface.

11.3 Opt. 06 – Ethernet Card

The Ethernet Card option provides RS-232 and Ethernet communication
interfaces, as well as barcode scanning capability. The Ethernet Card has three
input/output ports, shown in the following figure:

The port labeled “Barcode”is a PS/2-type connector that is used for the
connection of a barcode scanner. The Ethernet port is for use with a standard
CAT-5 Ethernet cable and may be connected to any compatible PC. The 9-pin D-
type subminiature connector labeled “RS232”is for connection of the APT 7000
to an RS-232 communication bus.

USB/RS-232 Interface
The protocol for interfacing and communicating using the USB/RS-232 interface
can be found in section 8. Bus Remote Interface GPIB/USB/RS-232 of this

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 manual.

Ethernet Interface
The Ethernet interface provides all of the function control of the standard RS-232
interface. Some commands are only exclusive to GPIB control.

Default Settings
The default settings for the Ethernet interface are as follows:

IP Setup: AUTO
IP Address: 010.000.000.000
Gateway IP: 000.000.000.000
Subnet Mask: 255.000.000.000

The source port number for the Ethernet Card in TCP connections is 10001.

10.1.1 Ethernet Card Setup

In order to setup the Ethernet card, the operator will need information from the
local network administrator. Please have your network administrator fill out the
required information on the next page and keep it for your records:

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 Associated Power Technologies, Inc.
Ethernet Card Communications Information
(To be completed by Network Administrator)

Ethernet Card Address: ______:______:______:______:______

Device Name: _____________________
Device IP Address: _______._______._______._______
Gateway IP Address: _______._______._______._______
Subnet Mask: _______._______._______._______

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 10.1.2 Saving New Settings
Upon startup, the Ethernet Card will take a few seconds to initialize. The
following message will be displayed:

Any time the user edits one of the Ethernet Card parameters and exits the
Ethernet Card Settings menu, the following message will be displayed:

The Ethernet Card will attempt to re-establish a connection with the server
anytime the user modifies a parameter and exits the Ethernet Card Parameters
Menu or uses the command set at the end of this option description. Thus, if the
IP Setup is set to AUTO, the Ethernet Card will request a new IP Address every
time a parameter is edited and, as a result, the “Requesting IP Address. . .”
message will appear.

10.1.3 Power Up
The Ethernet Card will be installed with the default options listed above. After the
APT 7000 initially powers up, the following pop-up message will appear:

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 NOTE: The “Requesting IP Address… ”pop-up message only appears at power
up when the Ethernet Card has its IP Setup configured to AUTO.

There are two options to choose from this screen. Press the Exit soft key to
escape from this screen and stop the APT 7000 from requesting an IP address or
allow the APT 7000 to request an IP address automatically from the network to
which it is connected.

The Ethernet Card will wait for an IP Address for approximately 20 seconds. If the
APT 7000 successfully receives an IP Address from the server the following pop-
up message will be displayed:

If the APT 7000 fails to receive an IP Address after approximately 20 seconds,

the following pop-up message will be displayed:

Press the Exit soft key to remove the pop-up message and return to the APT
7000’s Perform Tests screen.

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 10.1.4 Ethernet Card Menu
When the Ethernet Card option is installed, the ENET soft key will appear in the
Perform Tests screen as shown below:

To access the Ethernet Card Menu, press the <more> soft key at the Perform
Tests screen. Press the ENET soft key to display the Ethernet Card Parameters
screen:

10.1.5 IP Setup
Highlight the IP Setup parameter using the ∧, ∨ soft keys. When the IP Setup
parameter is highlighted, press the Edit soft key.

IP Setup is used to determine how the APT 7000 will request an IP address from
the server to which it is connected. When AUTO is selected, the APT 7000 will
attempt to automatically request an IP Address from the server upon power up.
To resolve the IP Address automatically, the APT 7000 will use DHCP or BOOTP
protocols. When MANUAL is selected, the APT 7000 will request a specific IP
Address from the server. The IP Address that will be requested must be entered
in the subsequent IP Address parameter field.

Use the Change soft key to select how you would like the APT 7000 to resolve an
IP address. Press the Enter soft key to accept the new setting or the Exit soft
key to cancel and return to the original setting.

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 10.1.6 IP Address
Highlight the IP Address parameter using the ∧, ∨ soft keys. When the IP
Address parameter is highlighted, press the Edit soft key.

A specific IP Address must be entered into this field if the IP Setup parameter is
configured to MANUAL. Enter the IP Address that you wish using the numeric
keypad. The IP Address must be entered in the following format:
XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX. A valid IP Address must be entered. Users may not use the
following IP Addresses:

255.255.255.255
000.000.000.000

Enter the preceding IP Addresses will cause the following error message to be
displayed:

Press the Exit soft key to save the new settings. If the IP Setup parameter is set
to AUTO, you do not need to enter an IP Address manually.

10.1.7 Gateway IP
Highlight the Gateway IP parameter using the ∧, ∨ soft keys. When the
Gateway IP parameter is highlighted, press the Edit soft key.

A specific Gateway IP must be entered into this field if the IP Setup parameter is
configured to MANUAL. Enter the Gateway IP using the numeric keypad. The
Gateway IP must be entered in the following format: XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX.

Press the Enter soft key to save the new settings. If the IP Setup parameter is set
to AUTO, you do not need to enter a Gateway IP manually.

10.1.8 Subnet Mask

Highlight the Subnet Mask parameter using the ∧, ∨ soft keys. When the
Subnet Mask parameter is highlighted, press the Edit soft key.

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 A specific Subnet Mask must be entered into this field if the IP Setup parameter
is configured to MANUAL. Enter the Subnet Mask using the numeric keypad. The
Subnet Mask must be entered in the following format: XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX. If an
invalid Subnet Mask is entered the following error message will be displayed:

Press the Enter soft key to save the new settings. If the IP Setup parameter is set
to AUTO, you do not need to enter a Subnet Mask manually.

10.1.9 Device Name

Highlight the Device Name parameter using the ∧, ∨ soft keys. When the Device
Name parameter is highlighted, press the Edit soft key.

The Device Name screen will appear as follows:

From this screen you may enter a Device Name for the APT 7000. The Device
Name is used to identify the APT 7000 on your server and may be used in place
of a dedicated IP Address. Use the arrow keys to highlight a letter and press the
Select soft key to select the highlighted letter. The Device Name may be a
maximum of eight characters and MUST start with a letter. If the Device Name
does not start with a letter the following error message will be displayed:

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 When the Device Name has been entered, press the Enter soft key to save the
new settings. The Device Name parameter is only active when the IP Setup is set
to AUTO.

10.1.10 MAC Address

View the MAC address of the Ethernet Card here. This parameter is not
adjustable.

10.1.11 Barcode Input

Highlight the Barcode INPUT parameter using the ∧, ∨ soft keys. When the
Barcode INPUT parameter is highlighted, press the Edit soft key.

The Barcode INPUT parameter can be set to SERIAL#, PRODUCT#,

SER/PROD, OFF or RUN FILE.

When the setting is SERIAL#, PRODUCT# or SER/PROD, the user can scan
barcodes in the Perform Tests screen before the test is started. When a barcode
is scanned, one of the following messages will appear on the display.

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 After the barcodes are scanned, press Test to initiate the test sequence.
Pressing Reset will abort the test sequence.

The Ethernet Card permits re-scanning of barcodes if the previously scanned

barcode was incorrect. Re-scanning is only available in the SERIAL#,
PRODUCT# and SER/PROD modes. If the user decides to re-scan barcodes
when the Barcode INPUT setting is set to SER/PROD, the Ethernet Card will first
replace the data in the Serial Number field, and if the user re-scans another
barcode, the Ethernet Card will replace the data in the Product Number field.

The RUN FILE selection gives the user the ability to automatically load and
execute a test file based on what barcode is scanned from the Perform Tests
screen. In order for this feature to work, the user must name the desired test file
with the exact alpha-numeric code that is on the product’ s barcode label. For
example, if Product A has barcode “123456789”, then the test file that the user
would like to run when testing Product A should be named “123456789”. When
the product’ s barcode is scanned, the APT 7000 will immediately execute the test
associated with that barcode. The test file name is limited to 10 characters.
However, if the user names a test file with the maximum 10 characters, this
function will still initiate a test when a product’
s barcode begins with those first 10
characters even if the barcode has more than 10 characters.

WARNING
Using the RUN FILE feature will enable the instrument’
s output
once the barcode is scanned. Do not touch the DUT at any time when using this
feature in order to avoid potential shock or serious injury.

For all types of tests two fields are added to the end of the standard response
when the Barcode INPUT setting is set to SERIAL#, PRODUCT# or SER/PROD.
The first field contains the Serial Number information and the second field
contains the Product Number information. Both fields are included regardless of
which of these three modes are selected. The Ethernet Card will substitute a “0”
for the field if it is not applicable to the setting. For example, if a user had their
Barcode INPUT setting set to SERIAL#, and scanned a Serial Number with the
value “123456789”, the TD? response for a test could be:

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 1,1,Pass,60.0,115.2,0.306,24.7,0.9,0.632,20.0,123456789,0

Note that there is a “0”in the Product Number field because the Barcode INPUT
setting is SERIAL#.

When the Barcode INPUT setting is RUN FILE or OFF, these fields are not
included in the TD? and RD x? responses.

Use the Change soft key to select the Barcode INPUT. Press the ENTER key to
accept the new setting or the EXIT key to cancel and return to the original
setting.

10.1.12 Autostart
Highlight the Autostart parameter using the ∧, ∨ soft keys. When the Autostart
parameter is highlighted, press the Edit soft key.

When Autostart is enabled, the test will execute as follows:

If the Barcode INPUT is set to PRODUCT#, scan the barcode once to input it into
the APT 7000. The APT 7000 will then search for a test file name that matches
the product number barcode string. If the APT 7000 finds a match, it will load the
file into RAM.

WARNING
When the same product number barcode is scanned a second
time, the test will be executed automatically. If APT 7000 does not find a file
name that matches the barcode string, the unit will beep – notifying the user that
it did not find a matching file name. The test file name is limited to 10 characters.
However, if the user names a test file with the maximum 10 characters, this
function will still load a test file if the first 10 characters of the product number
match the file name.

If the Barcode INPUT is set to SER/PROD, scan the serial number once to input
it into the APT 7000. Next, scan the product number. From this point, APT 7000
will operate the same as when the Barcode INPUT setting is set to PRODUCT#.

The Autostart feature will not work with the SERIAL# setting.

The Autostart feature will enable the instrument’ s output once the product
number barcode is scanned a second time when in the PRODUCT# and
SER/PROD modes. Do not touch the DUT at any time when using this feature in
order to avoid potential shock or serious injury.

Use the Change soft key to select the Autostart setting. Press the Enter soft key

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 to accept the new setting or the Exit soft key to cancel and return to the original
setting.

10.1.13 Ethernet Card Settings Commands and Companion Queries

Command Name Value
SIM {1|0} Set IP Mode 1=Manual, 0=Auto
SIM? (DHCP/BOOTP)
SIA <value> Set IP Address Dotted decimal form. Ex.
SIA? 192.168.1.50
SGA <value> Set Gateway IP Dotted decimal form
SGA? Address
SSM <value> Set Subnet Mask Dotted decimal form
SSM?
SDN <value> Set Device Name 8 character max, must start with
SDN? a letter
MAC? MAC Address Query Example response:
00:20:4A:8B:B4:30
SBI {4|3|2|1|0} Set Barcode Input 0=Off, 1=Serial# and Product#,
SBI? 2=Serial# Only, 3=Product#
Only, 4=Run File
SAS {1|0} Set Autostart 1=On, 0=Off
SAS?

Communication Considerations

• All of the above commands (excluding the query commands) will respond
with the 06 hex (6 decimal) Acknowledge (ACK) ASCII control code if the
transfer was recognized by the instrument.
• If there was an error with the command string, the instrument will respond
with 15 hex (21 decimal), the Not Acknowledge (NAK) ASCII control code.
• However, the presence of this response does not mean that the
instrument (in the case of these commands only) completed the
command. These commands require a restarting of the hardware that
controls the Ethernet Protocols. Because of this, the user must wait
before the Ethernet Card will respond to another command. See the table
below for the approximate wait times necessary after one of the
commands in the table is sent. In addition, the current socket connection
between the user’ s terminal and the Ethernet Card is no longer valid, and
the user will need to close their current connection and establish a new
one.

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 10.1.14 Ethernet Card Settings Command Wait Times
IP Mode Command Wait Time After Command is
Sent*
SIA, SGA, SSM 8 seconds
Manual
SIM 0 14 seconds
SDN 14 seconds
Auto
SIM 1 8 seconds
*Wait times are approximate and can vary based on the user’
s network.

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 11. Service and Maintenance
User Protection
To avoid electrical shock do not dismantle the cover of the instrument. When any
abnormal symptom happens with the instrument, please contact Associated
Power Technologies, Inc. or the authorized distributor for assistance.

Consistency of Service
The instrument’ s internal circuits and all related parts are required to be checked
and calibrated at least once every year. This is to protect the user in terms of
safety and to insure a high accuracy of operation and measurement of this
instrument at all times.

User Modification
Modification by the user of the instrument’ s internal circuits and all related parts is
not recommended. All warranties will be void if any modifications have been
conducted by the user. Associated Power Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to
convert the original circuitry to its original state if any modifications have been
made to the instrument. The customer will be responsible for any charges
associated with bring the instrument to its original state.

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 12. Replacement Parts List
Part Number Qty. Ref. Designator Description
Supplied Accessories
38793 2 - 2U Rack Mount Bracket
38794 2 - 2U Rack Mount Handle
38787 2 -(7040) 3U Rack Mount Handle
39239 2 -(7040) 5U Rack Mount Bracket
37575 4 - Screw for Rack Mount Handle
38503 1 -(7004) Fuse 10A 250V Slow-Blow 20mm
38430 1 -(7008 and 7016) Fuse 15A 250V Slow-Blow 20mm
39066 1 - USB Cable AB Type 1.8m
39351 1 -(7016) Cable Input Cordset European
36068 1 -(7004 and 7008) Cable Input Cordset European
Panel Components
39335 1 -(7040) Terminal Block Cover
38882 1 -(7004, 7008, 7016) Universal Receptacle 3kV
38121 1 - Panel Bezel Plastic 2U x 17in
38797 1 Shorting Bar Terminal Block
38109 1 - Power Switch 2P 10A/250V
38274 12 - Button Keypad Rect. 9.8 x 8.0mm
38275 6 - Button Keypad Rect. 9.8 x 4.9mm
39298 1 (7040) 40A Circuit Breaker
37571 1 - Earth Connector
38021 2 - Diode LED Red Square
38895 4 - Tapered Plastic Feet
38916 1 - Graphic LCD Display
39220 1 - Rotary Encoder
38973 1 - Rotary Knob
PCB Assemblies
38967 1 KEY6700 Keypad Board
39063 1 USB/RS232 USB/RS232 Interface Board
37745 1 CGP-03 GPIB Interface Board
38779 1 REM7700 Remote Input Board
38819 1 38818 Ethernet Card
38891 1 PWM6900 PWM Control Board
38924 1 AMP6905 Amplifier Board (7004)
38888 1 AMP6910 Amplifier Board (7008)
38925 1 AMP6920 Amplifier Board (7016)
38934 1 AMP6600 Amplifier Board (7040)
38915 1 DCB6000 DCB Power Board
39292 1 DCB6950 DC Power Board (7040)
38936 1 OPT6660 Output Control Board (7040)

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 38892 1 PWR6910 Input Voltage Select Board (7004)
39292 1 PWR6910 Input Voltage Select Board (7008)
39302 1 PWR6910 Input Power Board (7016)
38953 1 PWR6940 Input Power Board (7040)
38899 1 CON6000 Main Control Board
Internal Components
39114 1 IC 2 IC 39SF020A EEPROM
38846 1 IC 9 IC 89516AC25J
39285 1 T1 INPUT TRANSFORMER FOR 7004
39286 1 T1 INPUT TRANSFORMER FOR 7008
39287 2 T1, T2 INPUT TRANSFORMER 230VAC FOR
7016
39289 1 T1 INPUT TRANSFORMER 208/230VAC
FOR 7040
39290 1 T2 INPUT TRANSFORMER FOR 7040
(CONTROL BOARD)

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 13. Schematics Index
Drawing Description Model Reference Pages
Number Designator
S07004 Wiring Diagram 7004 7004 - 1

S07008 Wiring Diagram 7008 7008 - 1

S07016 Wiring Diagram 7016 7016 - 1

S07040 Wiring Diagram 7040 7040 - 1

S38899 Main Control Board CON6000 4

S38891 PWM Control Board PWM6900 2

S38924 Power Amplifier Board 7004 AMP6905 4

S38888 Power Amplifier Board 7008 AMP6910 4

S38925 Power Amplifier Board 7016 AMP6920 4

S38934 Power Amplifier Board 7040 AMP6600 3

S38915 DCB Power Board DCB6000 1

S39294 DCB Power Board 7040 DCB6950 1

S38936 Output Control Board 7040 OPT6660 1

S38967 Keypad Board KEY6700 1

S38892 Input Voltage Select Board 7004, PWR6910 1

7008,
7016

S38953 Input Power Board 7040 PWR6940 1

S39063 USB/RS232 Interface Board USB/RS232 2

S37745 GPIB Interface Board CGP-03 1

S38779 Remote Input Board REM6700 1

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 Drawing Description Model Reference Pages
Number Designator
S38819 Ethernet Card 38818 1
Unless specified in the Model column of this table, schematics are valid for all
models.

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