Pacific Power Source UPC-1, Operation Manual

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SECTION 4 OPERATION
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4.1.1 QUICK OVERVIEW (cont)
The PROGRAM OPERATE mode attempts to simplify certain test operations by allowing the operator to
execute pre-stored programs (combinations of Volts, Frequency, Output Coupling, Transformer tap
selection if any, Phase angle, Waveform, and Current limit. A stored program can be executed simply by
pressing
PROGRAM , entering a program number, then EXECUTE . Up to 99 programs can be stored -
with or without associated transients, as desired. After a program is called up by number, EXECUTE
causes the base - or static - portion of the program to be executed. These base parameters are
commonly referred to as "Steady-state" parameters. Execution of the transient portion of the stored
program is separately controlled by the
TRANS key.
The PROGRAM EDIT mode allows the operator to create new programs, or change existing programs.
It is noteworthy that programs other than any program actively executing, can be edited without
disrupting power source output. For example, if program 15 is executing, program 23 can be edited
without interrupting execution of program 15.
The SETUP MODE is used to make changes in system configuration. Examples are:
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Copy and Delete Programs
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Copy, Edit, and Create Waveforms
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Set Min. and Max. Voltage Limits
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Set Min. and Max. Frequency Limits
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Engage and Disengage CSC (Continuous Self Calibration)
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Set the Metering Sense Point – Internal or External
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Set Slew rates
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Set Transition Time
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Set Transformer Ratio
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Change Frequency Span
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Enable keyboard lockout
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Set initial power on output voltage
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Monitor UPC and Power Source status
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View Firmware Version
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Enable Calibration Mode for Output and Metering
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Set Serial Interface Parameters or GPIB Device Address
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Erase Memory
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Set Amps-to-Volts Current Metering Ratio
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Define Current Transformer Location
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Set Output Range - for power sources that support it
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Define the Number of Power Source Amplifiers
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Synthesize Waveforms from Harmonic values (Option)
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Enable and calibrate Programmable Output Impedance (Option)
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Set Programmable Output Impedance value (Option)