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Section 2 

 

Getting Started 

 
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 
carriers 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 and RMA (return 
material  authorization)  number.  To  receive  and  RMA  number,  please  contact  our  customer  support 
department at (1-800-748-6224) 

 

Product Package for Capacitor series A PF 

 

The container includes the following: 
 

 

Description 

Part Number 

Qty 

Capacitor series A PF 
Tester 

Megapulse Tester 

00-MPCAP A PF 

User Manual 

 

High Voltage Test Lead, Red 

00-HVL7R (3 feet) 

High Voltage Test Lead, Black 

00-HVL7B (3 feet) 

18 AWG AC Power Cord 

70-101 

TestMinder 
(Optional) 

User Manual 

 

Software CD 

Megapulse TestMinder USB V1.3 or newer 

RS232 cable 

60-134 

USBD box 

00-USBDBOX 

USB cable 

60-221 

 
 

Returning the Instrument 

 

When  is  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 Capacitor A PF Series

Page 1: ...MegaPulse IMPULSE TESTER Capacitor series A PF Instruction Manual...

Page 2: ...ign 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 thi...

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Page 4: ...Megapulse Capacitor series A PF Specifications 7 Front and Rear Panel Features 8 Figure 1 Controls Indicators Connectors MegaPulse Capacitor series A PF Front Panel 8 Table 1 Controls Indicators Conn...

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Page 6: ...re that high voltage is adept and creative at completing a path to ground Instructions should include a warning against any metal jewelry Operators should not allow others in the testing area especial...

Page 7: ...d 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 then left alone by the operator After the operator is clear of...

Page 8: ...s rated for the voltage involved and that the frequency response of the instrument and probe are capable of measuring the output waveform of the MegaPulse Impulse Tester A measuring instrument or prob...

Page 9: ...F 1 User Manual 1 High Voltage Test Lead Red 00 HVL7R 3 feet 1 High Voltage Test Lead Black 00 HVL7B 3 feet 1 18 AWG AC Power Cord 70 101 1 TestMinder Optional User Manual 1 Software CD Megapulse Test...

Page 10: ...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 11: ...point adjusted by frontal VOLTAGE knob or by PC optional Polarity Control Positive only Voltage Display 4 Digit LED Display Voltage Meter resolution 5V Duty Cycle 1 pulse every 10 seconds Line Voltage...

Page 12: ...se of its controls indicators and connectors The front panel features of the MegaPulse are shown in Figure 1 and described in Table 1 The rear panel features of the MegaPulse are shown in Figure 2 and...

Page 13: ...ross the output leads 7 TRIGGER indicator This Red indicator is lit to show that the tester can be trigger TRIGGER indicator is lit for 2 minutes after the CHARGE button is pressed TRIGGER indicator w...

Page 14: ...d to the chassis of the MegaPulse and is referenced to earth ground as long as the MegaPulse is properly grounded Even though this jack is referenced to ground it should be treated as hazardous whenev...

Page 15: ...d OFF 2 Fuse 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 inter...

Page 16: ...ect the ends of the test leads to a capacitor load of the range selected on the front panel knob plug your high voltage oscilloscope probe to the output leads as well Note that the RETURN lead is refe...

Page 17: ...ce 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 San Diego C...

Page 18: ...ll be corrected at no charge Mail the instrument post paid to the manufacturer Dated proof of purchase is required for all in warranty repairs The manufacturer is also available for calibration and or...

Page 19: ...ation procedure must be performed by qualified personnel for more information contact Compliance West USA Voltage Stop Disable Keyboard Enable by Keyboard If the MegaPulse Capacitor series A PF tester...

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