WaveSurfer Accessory
Protective Functions
This adapter is equipped with several protective functions for
electrical specifications, temperature, etc. Table 5 shows those
functions and related phenomena.
If any phenomenon in Table 5 is observed, please contact LeCroy
Corporation. (Refer to the contact address given at the end of this
manual.)
Table 5 Description of Protective Functions (1 of 2)
<Protective Function>
Description & Phenomenon
Output overvoltage protection
If the output voltage has risen too high,
an error (overvoltage) is detected and
the output will stop. It is necessary to
resolve the overvoltage state. Please
contact LeCroy Corporation.
Output short circuit protection
Do not cause a short on the output side.
For restoration, resolve the short circuit
while keeping the POWER switch in an
OFF state. Then turn on the POWER
switch.
Output overcurrent protection
If the output current has risen too high,
the output will stop.
It is necessary to resolve the
overcurrent state. Please contact
LeCroy Corporation.
If the inside of the DC adapter becomes
too hot because the fan motor stopped
or the adapter was used in a very hot
environment, the output stops to protect
the adapter from damage.
Overheat protection
It is necessary to determine the cause of
temperature rise and resolve it. Please
contact LeCroy Corporation.
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