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Section 2 

Getting Started 

 

This manual contains complete operating, maintenance and calibration instructions for the Compliance West 
USA MegaPulse Metallic A Impulse Tester.   
 
Your tester is warranted for a period of one year upon shipment of the instrument to the original purchaser.  
 
This  section  contains  information  for  the  unpacking,  inspection,  preparation  for  use  and  storage  of  your 
Compliance West product.  

Unpacking and Inspection 

 

Packaging 

 
Your Tester is shipped in a special protective container that should prevent damage to the instrument during 
shipping.    Check  the  shipping  order  against  the  contents  of  the  container  and  report  any  damage  or  short 
shipment to Compliance West USA. 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  and  receiving  an  RMA  (return  material 
authorization) number. To receive an RMA number, please contact our customer support department at (1-
800-748-6224). 
 

Product Package for 968-B Metallic A Tester 

 

 

Description 

Part Number 

968-B Metallic A 

MegaPulse Tester 

 

User Manual 

 

High Voltage Test Lead, Red 

00-HVL7R (Qty 1) 

High Voltage Test Lead, Black 

00-HVL7B (Qty 1) 

18 AWG AC Power Cord 

70-101 

TestMinder 

(Optional) 

User Manual 

 

Software CD 

MegaPulse TestMinder P/PF 

RS232 cable 

60-134 

USBD box 

00-USBDBOX 

USB cable 

60-221 

 

Returning the Instrument 

 
When  it’s  necessary  to  return  the  instrument  for  servicing  or  calibration,  repackage  the  instrument  in  its 
original container, please include all accessories and test leads. Indicate the nature of the problem or type of 
service needed. Also, please mark the container as “FRAGILE” to insure proper handling.  
 
If you do not have the original packaging materials, please follow these guidelines: 

 

 

Wrap the instrument in a bubble pack or similar foam including all the included cables. 

 

Use a strong double-wall container that is made for shipping instrumentation. 

 

Use  a  layer  of  shock  absorbing  material  70  to  100mm  (3  to  4  inch)  thick  around  all  sides  of  the 
instrument. Protect the control panel with cardboard. 

 

Seal the container securely. 

 

Mark the container as “FRAGILE” to insure proper handling. 

 

Please contact Compliance West USA (1-800-748-6224) to inform about the service for your instrument. 

Summary of Contents for MegaPulse 968-B Metallic A

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual...

Page 2: ...i...

Page 3: ...gn and ergonomic front panel and represents the latest in high voltage impulse testing To fully appreciate all the features of your new instrument we suggest that you take a few moments to review this...

Page 4: ...iii...

Page 5: ...ng the Instrument 1 AC Line Voltage Requirements 2 Fuse Replacement 2 Section 3 3 Specifications and Controls 3 Front and Rear Panel Features 4 Section 4 7 Operating Instructions 7 External Interlock...

Page 6: ...v...

Page 7: ...nclude a warning against any metal jewelry Operators should not allow others in the testing area especially when tests are being conducted Organization is to be stressed The operator should keep the a...

Page 8: ...r one touch operation with the right hand If possible it should be set up to the left and in front of the equipment under test The equipment under test should be connected to the MegaPulse tester and...

Page 9: ...pulse relative to the RETURN jack When the polarity switch is in the Reverse position REV indicator is lit the high voltage will appear on both OUTPUTS as a negative pulse relative to the RETURN jack...

Page 10: ...748 6224 Product Package for 968 B Metallic A Tester Description Part Number 968 B Metallic A MegaPulse Tester User Manual High Voltage Test Lead Red 00 HVL7R Qty 1 High Voltage Test Lead Black 00 HV...

Page 11: ...l test house are regarded as meeting this requirement Fuse Replacement There is a user replaceable fuse F1 located on the rear panel of the instrument It is located behind a door in the Power Inlet Po...

Page 12: ...tage Pulse Front Time 6 s to 10 s 1 67 times between 30 and 90 per TIA 968 B Fig 2 Voltage Pulse Decay Time 560 s to 860 s per TIA 968 B Fig 2 Current Peak 100A minimum Current Pulse Front Time 5 s to...

Page 13: ...amiliar with the use of its controls indicators and connectors The front panel features of the MegaPulse are shown in Figure 2 and described in Table 2 The rear panel features of the MegaPulse are sho...

Page 14: ...er is turn ON an after pressing TRIGGER button CHARGE indicator will go out after pressing CHARGE button CHARGE and TRIGGER Indicators will be blinking if the Interlock Switch is open Only testers wit...

Page 15: ...se replacement warning Rating of power supply Specifies replacement fuse and required supply voltage 3 RS 232 Interface Optional Allow the communication between the tester and computer interface a RS...

Page 16: ...wn on the computer condition that will also disable polarity changes charge and trigger conditions When the Interlock is closed it enables all normal operations of the MegaPulse features Front Keyboar...

Page 17: ...Tester is capable to maintain a specific voltage charge selected by the Voltage Set Point CAUTION High voltage generated by the MegaPulse tester is exposed during this test A risk of shock exists Exer...

Page 18: ...the jacks on the front panel 6 Connect the ends of the test leads to the measuring instrument See Error Reference source not found for an example 7 Set the next capturing setting on the digital oscill...

Page 19: ...neglect Malfunctions which occur within the limits of the warranty will be corrected at no charge Mail the instrument post paid to the manufacturer Dated proof of purchase is required for all in warr...

Page 20: ...Pulse but it will not be the same amount it will depend on the waveform calibration and tolerances therefore it is important to measure the peak amplitude of the output waveform and adjust the output...

Page 21: ...m Compliance West USA is available Phone 800 748 6224 Hours 8 30 AM 4 30 PM Pacific Time Also available on our web site at www compwest com Contact Compliance West USA 650 Gateway Center Way Suite D S...

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