CSPP Capacitor Charging Unit Operation Manual
CSP-CSPP-8000/2
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Indicators
EOC (End Of Charge) Indicator
LED illuminated when the storage capacitors have reached their potential voltage (~2.5 to 4 kV).
In this way the operator can see if the unit is being run faster than the charger can cope with. If the
operator notices loss of data on the recording system, it may mean the CSP-P is being fired too
quickly, not allowing the capacitors to charge to their full potential. Slowing the repetition rate down
until the EOC LED flashes will ensure the appropriate voltage is reached across the storage
capacitors, also the correct energy is being discharged in the sound source.
FAULT Indicator
This indicator will normally illuminate when the unit is powered up, and will extinguish when the
RESET button is pressed. It will otherwise illuminate during most faults. Please note that the fault
light will not illuminate if the thermal cut-out operates in the charger module.
INTERLOCK Indicator
Illuminated if front panel connector is left out when the unit is switched ON or if the lid of the HV
junction box has not been closed correctly. The interlock LED will also illuminate if the top cover is
removed. You will need to press RESET once the interlock condition has been cured.
TIME OUT Indicator
For safety, the HV is switched OFF after a period of approximately 25 - 30 seconds without key.
This also helps preserve the capacitors, as all pulse discharge capacitors are not designed to sit
powered up indefinitely.
HV FAULT Indicator
Indicates an output overvoltage, (possibly due to an open circuit capacitor), temperature fault or
low input voltage condition.
LOAD FAULT Indicator
Indicates an HV Output over current or open circuit condition. The indicator will be illuminated
together with the HV OFF LED for 10secs before resetting.