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1. 27 5 sense WINING o t iP pee 14 V voltage drop CADDIES CP 12 15 voltage rating 8 W Wire 27 12 15 wiring oe 9 312. 11 2 6 Output Connections 2 7 Connectors Rear Panel 2 8 Multiple Cabinet System Configurations T 26 2 9 Glock Configurations u ta rrt pete Leere ote De PR C aT e treu te a 27 2 T0Basic Initial Functional TGst s od ciet et erede ode ce fae parat 29 List of Figures Figure 2 1 The MX45 Power Source u 7 Figure 2 2 Location of AC Input Fuse Block and Chassis Ground Connection 9 Figure 2 3 MX45 AC Input Connection Diagram a 10 Fig re 2 4 Rear Panel iniecit eU nie enge sse ies eb ike deci 12 Figure 2 5 External sense cable shield connection to chassis ground 13 Figure 2 6 Location of Output Terminals 15 Figure 2 7 MX45 1 Output Wiring n an i assqa sente nnns enne 16 Figure 2 8 MX45 3 Output Witilig 2 toe rn cx Read 17 Figure 2 9 MX90 or MX90 MB Output Wiring eene nennen rennen enne 18 Figure 2 10 Two MX45 s in Clock and Lock mode Output Wiring eene 19 Figure 2 11 MX135 or MX135 MB Output nennen 20 Figure 2 12 Three MX45
3. Series AC and DC Power Source Installation Manual AMETEK PROGRAMMABLE POWER Contact Information Telephone 800 733 5427 toll free in North America 858 450 0085 direct Fax 858 458 0267 Email Domestic Sales domorders sd ametek com International Sales intlorders sd ametek com Customer Service service ppd ametek com Web www programmablepower com March 2011 Document No 7003 968 Rev D Installation Manual AC Power Source California Instruments Models 45 1 45 3 MX45 3Pi MX90 3 MX90 3Pi MX90 3Pi MB MX135 3 MX135 3Pi MX135 3Pi MB Rev June 2008 About AMETEK AMETEK Programmable Power Inc a Division of AMETEK Inc is a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision programmable power supplies for R amp D test and measurement process control power bus simulation and power conditioning applications across diverse industrial segments From bench top supplies to rack mounted industrial power subsystems AMETEK Programmable Power is the proud manufacturer of Elgar Sorensen California Instruments and Power Ten brand power supplies Inc is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annualized sales of 2 5 billion The Company has over 11 000 colleagues working at more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 80 sales and service centers in the United States and around the world Trademarks AMETEK is a
4. If the correct voltage is present turn on the MX unit s by closing the On Off circuit breaker on the front panel For multi cabinet systems turn on the auxiliary unit first and wait for them to cycle on then turn on the master unit If the MX has more than one available output voltage range go to the PROGRAM 1 screen and select the desired voltage range The output mode can be set from the PROGRAM 2 screen use the MORE soft key or press the PROGR function key again Select AC mode Set the output voltage to 0 volt and close the output relay with the OUTPUT ON OFF button There should be little or no output although the DMM may show a noise level especially if the DMM is in auto ranging mode Move the cursor to the VOLTAGE field in the PROGRAM 1 screen and either use the keyboard to program a small voltage 20 VAC or slew the voltage up slowly with the knob Observe the DMM reading The reading should track the programmed voltage Also monitor the scope The output should be a sinusoidal voltage waveform If the output tracks increase the voltage till you reach 80 96 of the voltage range or more Check the output voltage reading and waveform Select the MEASUREMENT 1 screen by pressing the MEAS button The output voltage current and power will be displayed For three phase configurations use the PHASE button to select the display mode This will show the voltage current and power for all three phases If all phases are lo
5. Interface Board a Detail view DIP S1 51 MASTER P SINGLE CAB AUX MULT CAB 123 4 MODE Figure 2 15 Multi Cabinet DIP Switch Location and Setting MX Series 26 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 9 Clock and Lock Configurations The MX Series may optionally be equipped for clock and lock mode of operation This mode is a special form of Master Auxiliary which requires each chassis to have it s controller As such it is possible to create 2 3 6 or 9 phase power systems using 2 to 3 MX45 chassis For most 2 or 3 phase configurations the normal multi box mode of operation as described in section 2 8 is recommended as it provides a single controller and GPIB RS232 control interface In a clock and lock configuration each unit has its own front panel controls as well as individual GPIB and RS232C interfaces for operating the supply but the output frequency of the auxiliary unit s LKS option is synchronized locked tot he Master MX45 unit LKM This mode of operation requires that one MX45 has the LKM Lock Master option and one or two MX45 units have the LKS Lock auxiliary option 2 9 1 Clock Lock Configuration Settings CONFIGURATION SETUP 2 4 11 0N CLE LOC ON 4 13 0N WH METER OFF SYSTEM Clock and lock configuration settings for LKM and LKS equipped MX45 s are set at the factory at the time of shipment and cannot
6. Master TTL input on Auxiliary Lock TTL output on Master TTL input on Auxiliary Emergency Shut off inter connect Installed only on MB systems with ES Option 2 7 4 External Sense Connector Table 2 7 External Sense Connector Phase B sense Phase C sense Neutral sense 2 7 5 ES Option Emergency Switch Interconnect for MB systems BNC An optional BNC connector is located on the rear panel for connecting multiple chassis each having a controller and an emergency shut off switch ES option This connection is required to create an OR ed operation of more than one ES switch This connector is only present on MX MB systems with the ES option If present a suitable BNC cable should be used to connect the emergency shut off signal between chassis This connector is labeled as follows Caution BNC cable must be connected for system Emergency Shut Down See figure below for an illustration of a MX90 MB ES interconnect lt lt gt of ooo aj X FF a A BNC CABLE MX45 EMERGENCY SWITCH MULTIPLY BOX Figure 2 14 Emergency Switch ES Option shut off inter connect on MB systems MX Series 25 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 8 Multiple Cabinet System Configurations Multi cabinet MX models consist of two or three autonomous or Auxiliary MX45 3Pi units Au
7. be changed To check the configuration settings for an MX45 select the UTILITY2 CONFIGURATION screen In the configuration screen the CLK LOC entry determines if the unit is a Master or Auxiliary as follows CONFIGURATION 2 Field Parameter Description CLK LOC N A Stand alone MX45 or MX45 LKM clock and lock master Frequency mode is set to either INT internal default or SYNC external sync ON Auxiliary MX45 Frequency mode selection is INT internal for stand alone use or EXT external for Clock and Lock mode operation Table 2 8 Clock and Lock Configuration settings Note that the actual mode of operation of a Clock Lock MX45 LKM auxiliary unit is determined by the Clock mode set in the PROGRAM screen For clock and lock mode of operation the master is set to INT and the Auxiliary to EXT MX Series 27 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 9 2 Clock Lock Initialization Settings The mode of operation of the MX45 LKM auxiliary unit is determined by the Clock mode set in the PROGRAM screen Since most clock and lock systems are permanently used in this configuration the clock mode can be set to EXT External at power on by using the INITIAL SETUP3 screen INITIAL SETUP 3 VOLT SENSE INT CLOCK MODE MASTER WAVE GROUP OUTPUT LAST 4 ALC FF Available initial settings and their relationship to the Clock and Lock mode of operation are shown in t
8. external sense inputs allow the power system output voltages to be monitored directly at the load and must be connected at TB2 when the sense is programmed for external The external sense input does not have to be connected when Internal Sense is programmed The external sense wires are to be connected to TB2 on the rear panel and should be run using a twisted shielded cable See Figure 2 4 for location of TB2 and Figure 2 5 for shield connection detail Note For External Sense connection a shielded cable MUST be used with the shield connected chassis ground at the Ext Sense connector See Figure 2 5 External sense is recommended for multi cabinet systems is the output wiring from the cabinets to the common output terminal block supplied is not of equal length Figure 2 5 External sense cable shield connection to chassis ground Note The output of the power source is isolated from the input line and floating with respect to chassis ground If needed either side HI or LO may be grounded If the EUT changes frequently you may want to consider using some quick disconnect scheme external to the MX45 so it will not be necessary to power down the MX45 and remove the front covers This can take the form of a panel mounted socket 1 or 3 phase of sufficient current and voltage rating Not supplied with MX45 MX Series 13 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments The output power cables must be large enough to prevent a
9. power must be removed immediately and not restored until the system has been inspected by a qualifier service technician Always turn off the On Off Circuit breaker before re applying AC input power MX Series 11 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments N CAUTION The AC input fuses can only be checked is the MX45 is completely de energized and disconnected from any AC power input Note Under no circumstances should AC input power be applied if one or more of the AC input line fuses have failed and opened up TB2 EXT SENSE Input and Output Wiring Feed throughs and Strain reliefs Figure 2 4 Rear Panel MX Series 12 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 6 Output Connections 2 6 1 Output Wiring The output terminal blocks TB1A and TB1B are located at the front of the unit behind the bottom access panel See Figure 2 2 for details Three phase output line connections are made to terminal block TB1A The phase outputs are labeled A B and C The neutral connection if needed can be made on terminal block TB1B If the model used is a MX45 3Pi with single phase capability the single phase A output connection is available on TB1B as well Note that the neutral for either single or three phase mode is always located on TB1B The neutral connection is always required for single phase output mode on a MX45 3Pi and may be used if needed for the EUT for all three phase output modes The
10. power system the outputs of all chassis need to be combined paralleled by phase This can be done directly at the EUT if convenient or using the provided heavy duty terminal blocks Two blocks are provided with multi chassis MX Systems one 2 position block and one 3 position block These blocks allow up to four wires to be combined into one larger wire gauge size wire The outputs of the 2 or 3 MX chassis are connected on one side of these blocks Phase A B and C into the 3 position terminal and the neutral into the 2 position terminal The EUT can be connected to the other side Note that the wire size to the EUT should be sized up to accommodate the double or triple currents per phase The dimensions of the supplied terminal blocks are shown in Figure 2 13 Note that even if the EUT is a three phase delta input the output neutrals of the MX chassis must be connected together for the system to work correctly 20 05 16 THRU 41 7L10 31 Q18 L4 371 DP i L lott od 2 POLE 5 POLE Figure 2 13 Ship kit Terminal Block dimensions MX Series 22 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 7 Connectors Rear Panel A number of connectors are located along the top rear covers These connectors are in a recessed area to protect them from shipment damage 2 7 1 System Interface N WARNING The system interface connectors are for use with California Instruments supplied cables and only be
11. s in Clock and Lock mode Output Wiring 21 Figure 2 13 Ship kit Terminal Block dimensions essen nennen nennen nennen nens 22 Figure 2 14 Emergency Switch ES Option shut off inter connect on MB 25 Figure 2 14 Multi Cabinet DIP Switch Location and 26 Figure 2 15 Functional Test Set p 30 List of Tables Table 2 1 Suggested Input Wiring Sizes for each MX45 Cabinet sss 11 Table 2 2 Suggested Output Wiring Sizes u 14 Table 2 3 Output Terminal connections e uuu uuu u L uuu papash eene nennen nennen nennen rennen nnne rennes 15 Table 2 4 System Interface Connectors nennen 23 Table 2 5 Analog Interface Connector eene en nenne nnne nennen nnns 24 Table 2 6 24 T ble 2 7 Extermal 5 ERI Re ee EE E 25 Table 2 8 Clock and Lock Configuration settings u nennen 27 Table 2 9 Clock and Lock Initialization settings 28 MX Series 5 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 1 Introduction This installation manual is provided in hardcopy format and
12. total voltage drop exceeding 196 of the rated output voltage between the power source and the load Table 2 2 shows the size of the cables that may be used Note that wires must be sized to accommodate the maximum current that is available This may be a function of the voltage range and phase mode on some MX45 models If the MX45 has more than one output voltage range size the wires for the lowest available voltage range as the currents will be highest in that range Cable lengths must not exceed twenty five 25 feet For lengths greater than 25 feet calculate the voltage drop from the following formula 2 X DISTANCE X CABLE RESISTANCE PER FT X CURRENT VOLT DROP Table 2 2 Suggested Output Wiring Sizes Load Current Wire Gauge US Circular Mils Metric mm2 kcmils 65 AMPS 6 AWG 26 24 130 AMPS 4 AWG 41 74 260 AMPS 1 0 AWG 105 6 400 AMPS 2 0 AWG 133 1 MX Series 14 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 6 2 Output Terminal Blocks The MX45 3Pi and MX45 3 have two output terminal blocks TB1A and TB1B The MX45 1 only has one output terminal block TB1B The terminal blocks are large enough to accommodate the recommended wire gauge sizes shown in Table 2 2 The terminal blocks are located in the lower right corner on the front of the unit The front panel needs to be removed to access these terminal blocks N CAUTION REMOVE ALL INPUT POWER TO THE MX45 BEFORE REMOVING THE FRONT PANEL The correct standar
13. 5 s simultaneously which is otherwise difficult to do To set up a GPIB remote controlled clock and lock systems the GPIB addresses for the individual MX45 s must be set to different address values in the UTILITY1 GPIB RS232 SETUP screen Note This mode of operation is not supported by the MXGUI Windows software supplied with each MX45 unit MX Series 28 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 10 Basic Initial Functional Test N CAUTION Work carefully when performing these tests hazardous voltages are present on the input and output during this test Refer to Figure 2 16 for the required functional test set up Proceed as follows to perform a basic function check of the power system 1 10 Verify the correct AC line input rating on the nameplate of the MX unit s and make sure the correct three phase line voltage is wired to the input of the MX before applying input power Connect a suitable resistive or other type load to the output of the MX The load resistance value will depend on the voltage range you plan to check Make sure the power resistor has sufficient power dissipation capability up to 15 KW for full load test on one phase of MX45 3 and that the load used does not exceed the maximum power rating of the MX45 For three phase configurations this test can be performed on one phase at a time if needed Connect an oscilloscope and DMM voltmeter to the AC source output Set both for AC mode
14. Common Signal return 2 FLK BYP Flicker Bypass OMNI control 2 OVL Overload not 6 CLA Current Limit A Programmed current limit reference for phase A 7 CLC Current Limit C Programmed current limit reference for phase C 8 CSB Current Sum Phase B 9 N C 1 N C 2 DC DC mode control 3 INP OFF Input power control 3 AERRHI Error Signal Phase high 35 N C ERR LO Error Signal Phase B low C Error Signal Phase C high 2 7 2 Analog Input Connector Input screw terminal strip Functions are called out on rear panel decal Table shows connections from left to right when standing at the rear of the MX cabinet Table 2 5 Analog Interface Connector Pn RPV HI INPUT Analog input for External Modulation RPV Lo INPUT return RI INPUT Remote Inhibit Contact closure EO m RI INPUT return 2 7 3 BNC Connectors BNC connectors Functions are called out on rear panel decal Table shows connections from left to right when standing at the rear of the MX cabinet Table 2 6 BNC Connectors MX Series 24 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 1 Trigger Input TTL input Trigger Output TTL output Same signal connection as Function Strobe Some units may not have this output connected If you don t get an output trigger on this BNC use the Function Strobe BNC instead Function Strobe TTL output Same signal connection as Trigger Output Clock TTL output on
15. ER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output THREE PHASE INPUT F1 THREE PHASE POWER INPUT EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST NEUT Figure 2 7 MX45 1 Output Wiring MX Series 16 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 6 4 MX45 3 and and MX45 3Pi mode Output Wiring Diagram Figure 2 8 shows the required output connections for a MX45 3 three phase or a MX45 3Pi in three phase mode output configuration rear view perspective See section 2 6 2 for the MX45 3Pi in single phase mode Always disconnect all input power from the MX45 before removing the front panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal connections Route the wires from the back of the MX45 to the front in the provided cable guides Mx45 E be Form INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output TB1B Three Phase Output ia BE 2 TB1A 2 THREE PHASE POWER INPUT EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST NEUT gB g Figure 2 8 MX45 3 Output Wiring MX Series 17 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 6 5 MX90 Output Wiring Diagram Figure 2 9 shows the required output connections for a MX90 3 three phase output configuration rear view perspective Always disconnect all input power from the MX90 before removing the front panel cover that provides access to the inp
16. ION Capacitors in the power source may hold a hazardous electrical charge even if the power source has been disconnected from the mains supply Allow capacitors to discharge to a safe voltage before touching exposed pins of mains supply connectors Power modules need at least 15 Minutes to discharge to safe levels before they can be removed 2 5 AC On Off Circuit Breaker on MX45 front panel It is important to understand the purpose and operation of the On Off circuit breaker of the MX45 located on the lower left side of the front panel This is a 2A rated breaker that is used to engage and protect the LV Power supply of the MX45 chassis only The LV Power supply provides DC bias power to the entire MX45 system The AC input power is routed through a set of three AC line fuses F1 F2 and F3 located in the lower left bottom corner of the MX45 See Figure 2 2 for fuse locations These fuses protect the three MX45 amplifier and the AC input transformer from excessive input currents The AC input power is connected to the input transformer through a large three pole contacter Removing AC power to the LV Power Supply by opening the front panel circuit breaker moving the lever to the down OFF position will cause this contactor to loose its coil voltage and will result in it opening and disconnecting the input transformer and amplifier from AC mains input Note If any MX45 system failure has occurred on part of the MX45 system AC input
17. Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments MX45 RARER RPV EXT TRIG CLK LOCK INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output TB1B Three Phase Output THREE PHASE INPUT 2 1 F3 F2 F1 Line Input PROTECTIVE GROUND EXTERNAL gt gt CIRCUIT BREAKER AC MAINS 3 PHASE Figure 2 3 MX45 AC Input Connection Diagram MX Series 10 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments The input power cables and protective circuit breaker used must be large enough to handle the input current and input voltage of the power source and must conform to local electrical codes Consult a qualified electrician prior to installation Table 2 1 shows the size of the cables that may be used per MX45 cabinet Note that wires must be sized to accommodate the worst case maximum current that may occur under low line conditions Local electrical codes may also require different wire types and sizes These ratings should also be used when selecting a circuit breaker or equivalent disconnect device Cable lengths must not exceed twenty five 25 feet For lengths greater than 25 feet calculate the voltage drop from the following formula 2 X DISTANCE X CABLE RESISTANCE PER FT X CURRENT VOLT DROP Table 2 1 Suggested Input Wiring Sizes for each MX45 Cabinet Nominal Line Load Current Wire Gauge US Circular Mils Metric mm2 Voltage low line Kcmils AX CAUT
18. NPUT AND OUTPUT POWER INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND OUTPUT 1 THREE PHASE INPUT 2 1 F2 F1 B INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CC INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND SINGLE PHASE OUTPUT TEIB 1 THREE PHASE OUTPUT TB1A 2 1 HI ZB gA N THREE PHASE INPUT F3 F2 Fi OB THREE PHASE POWER INPUT NEL JT THREE P IL B A SE POWER OUTPUT MX Series Figure 2 10 Two MX45 s in Clock and Lock mode Output Wiring EE PHASE OWER INPUT UU NEUT C B ZA REE PHASE POWER OUTPUT 19 Installation Manual Rev D 2 6 6 MX135 Output Wiring Diagram California Instruments Figure 2 11 shows the required output connections for a MX135 3Pi or MX135 3Pi MB three phase output configuration rear view perspective Always disconnect all input power from the MX135 before removing the front panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal connections Route the wires from the back of the MX45 chassis to the front in the provided cable guides Note that the master is shown in the center in this drawing MX90 and MX135 systems are shipped with external output terminal blocks that enable the output wiring from two or three chassis to be combined providing a singl
19. OCK RPV svsM system INTERFACE _intereace INTERFACE INPUT AND OUTPUT SINGLE PHASE OUTPUT INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER ARE INPUT SINGLE PHASE OUTPUT OUTPUT POWER INSIDE THE CABINET BEHI INPUT AND SINGLE PHASE OUTPUT OUTPUT POY INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER NECTIO ARE MADE THREE PHASE OUTPUT TELA THREE PHASE INPUT 3 2 1 FS F2 FI ac 3 CHASSIS Tee T16 E i THREE PHASE OUTPUT 2 i THREE PHASE OUTPUT 1 THREE PHASE INPUT TBIA THREE PHASE INPUT 2 1 2 n 3 2 1 2 n ac mA QA CHASSIS CHASSIS El S 4 s N f PHASE THREE PHASE INPUT POWER INPUT NEUT A MX Series NEUT 2 2B THREE PHASE POWER OUTPUT Figure 2 12 Three MX45 s in Clock and Lock mode Output Wiring 21 NEUT C 2B 2A Y EE PHASE WER OUTPUT Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 6 7 Multi Chassis Output Connections If two or more MX chassis are used to form a single
20. aded equally the same current and power should be visible for all three unless the voltages are not programmed to the same level If only one phase is loaded current and power will only be shown for the loaded phase In the unlikely event the power source does not pass the functional test refer to the calibration procedure in the MX Series User manual P N 7003 960 or call California Instrument s customer satisfaction department for further assistance MX Series 29 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments Index MX Series MX45 BBA TRIG TRIG FUNC CLK LOCK IN OUT STRB A BIC XT sync INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output THREE PHASE INPUT Three Phase Output F2 M Line Input Resistor 15 kW Figure 2 16 Functional Test Setup 30 Installation Manual Rev D A AC input iii ie ene de 9 Clock Lock Initialization 29 Clock and Lock 28 Clock and Lock Mode Configuration 28 D DIP SWItGH aet ee ete tertie 27 E External Sync Clock Lock 29 F Functional Testa a eei 30 MX Series California Instruments installation 9 Introduction or o 7 M
21. at All user documentation for California Instruments power sources is provided on CDROM in electronic format Adobe Portable Document Format The required Adobe PDF viewer is supplied on the same CDROM This Installation manual is provided only in hardcopy form to ensure that the installation information is available to all MX users and installers To request a hardcopy of other MX Series manual from California Instruments contact customer service at support 2calinst com There will be an additional charge for printed manuals You can also print these manuals directly from the included CD ROM MX Series 6 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 Unpacking and Installation 2 1 Unpacking Inspect the unit for any possible shipping damage immediately upon receipt If damage is evident notify the carrier DO NOT return an instrument to the factory without prior approval Do not destroy the packing container until the unit has been inspected for damage in shipment If possible retain the container wooden crate in the event the system ever has to be returned to the factory for either repair or upgrades PS WARNING This power source weighs approximately 1150 Ibs 522 Kg Obtain adequate help when moving the unit Make sure the location floor in which the MX Series unit s will be installed can support the weight of the unit s 2 2 Power Requirements The MX Series power Source has been designed to operate from a thr
22. contains information on the installation only of all power systems that use the MX Series power sources with the programmable controller All other MX Series manual are provided in Adobe Acrobat PDF format on CD ROM P N 496 The CD ROM is included in the MX Series Shipkit 1 1 General Description The MX Series AC and DC power source systems are high efficiency floor standing AC and DC power sources that provide a precise output with low distortion Available voltage ranges are 150 Vac 300 Vac and 400 Vac in AC mode and 200 Vdc and 400 Vdc in DC mode The MX45 3Pi can operate in either single or three phase mode The MX45 is available in either single or three phase mode All other models operate in three phase mode Models with a 1 or designation provide full front panel operation but do not include a RS232C or IEEE 488 remote control interface An optional RS232C IEEE 488 control interface can be added at the time of order however P option Models with the Pi controller offer several additional standard features including the RS232C IEEE 488 interfaces arbitrary waveform generation dual voltage ranges and additional measurement functions The MX Series units are contained in a compact floor standing enclosure on casters This allows the units to be moved around more easily Read the installation instructions carefully before attempting to install and operate the MX Series power systems 1 2 Manual organization and form
23. d size Allen wrenches for connecting output wiring to TB1A and or TB1B are supplied with each MX45 in the ship kit Look for a brown envelope If the correct tools cannot be found contact California Instruments customer service at Support calinst com Terminal block TB1B always provides the output neutral connection regardless of the phase mode 1 or 3 phase output mode In single phase mode phase A output is provided through terminal 1 of TB1B In three phase mode phase A B and C outputs are provided trough terminals 1 2 and 3 of TB1A respectively Connector Terminal Mode Output TB1A 1 3 Phase Phase A 2 3 Phase Phase B 3 3 Phase Phase C TB1B 1 1 Phase Phase A 2 1 and 3 Phase Neutral Table 2 3 Output Terminal connections Figure 2 6 Location of Output Terminals MX Series 15 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 6 3 MX45 1 and MX45 3Pi 1 mode Output Wiring Diagram Figure 2 7 shows the required output connections for a MX45 1 or MX45 3Pi in single phase mode output configuration rear view perspective See section 2 6 4 for the MX45 3Pi in three phase mode Always disconnect all input power from the MX45 before removing the front panel cover that provides access to the input and output terminal connections Route the wires from the back of the MX45 to the front in the provided cable guides Mx45 RBREBR vend RPV EXT ctr INPUT AND OUTPUT POW
24. e point of connection to the EUT These blocks are not enclosed however 45 AUXILIARY TE Ld n p CUO LDC INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output TB1B THREE PHASE INPUT Three Phase Output F2 FA THREE PHASE POWER INPUT MX Series MX45 MASTER ESE 16 CLOCK LOCK INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output TB1B THREE PHASE INPUT Three Phase Output TB1A F3 F2 EQUIPMENT UNDER NEUT sC sB TEST INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE F1 THREE PHASE POWER INPUT Figure 2 11 MX135 or MX135 MB Output Wiring MX45 AUXILIAR Y LIEU w FSIB CLOCK LDC INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output TB1B THREE PHASE INPUT Three Phase Output F2 FH TB1A THREE PHASE POWER INPUT 20 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments ENC CABLE J c 250562 z 4 REQD RPV EXT SYNC oF r RPV EXT TRIG SYNC OUT SEM INTERFACE EXTERNAL SENSE h J i FSTB CLOCK L
25. ee phase three wire Wye or Delta AC input line A protective earth connection is required as well PE Available three phase input settings are 208 Vi option 208 230 Vu option 230 400 V option 400 or 480 Vi option 480 Figure 2 1 The MX45 Power Source N CAUTION Do not connect 400 or 480V into a unit set for 208 or 230V unit the result could be a severely damaged unit Always check the input rating on the model number tag before connecting AC input power Consult factory if input settings have to be changed MX Series 7 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 2 3 Mechanical Installation The MX45 s are completely self contained power sources They are to be used free standing on a solid surface The units are fan cooled drawing air in from the front and exhausting at the rear The front and back of each unit must be kept clear of obstruction and a 6 clearance must be maintained to the rear Special consideration of overall air flow characteristics and the resultant internal heat rise must be considered at all times to avoid self heating and over temperature problems 2 4 AC Input Connections and Wiring Three phase Delta or Y AC input voltage of sufficient amperage consult AC input specifications for maximum AC current per phase is required to power the MX Series Note AC power should be routed through a properly sized and rated three phase PROTECTIVE CIRCUIT BREAKER or similar branch circ
26. he United States contact the nearest Authorized Service Center ASC A full listing can be found either through your local distributor or our website www programmablepower com by clicking Support and going to the Service Centers tab 2 When requesting an RMA have the following information ready e Model number e Serial number e Description of the problem NOTE Unauthorized returns will not be accepted and will be returned at the shipper s expense NOTE A returned product found upon inspection by AMETEK to be in specification is subject to an evaluation fee and applicable freight charges Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments Table of Contents ds ulattog orae fst 4 de teda eer e E LN E 6 1 1 General Description tet rro iced e thc e tet e qe be a CREE qb b e merid 6 1 2 Manual organization and format U u auqa nene nnne nennen nnn nenne nennen 6 2 Unpacking and Installation 7 2 1 t iro dete dus 7 2 2 Power Requlremiehls MR 7 2 3 Mechanical Installation taiapa eieaa 8 2 4 AC Input Connections and Wiring nennen nennen nenne nenne rennen enne 8 2 5 AC On Off Circuit Breaker on MX45 front panel
27. he table below INITIAL SETUP 3 Field Parameter Description CLK LOC STAND Normal stand alone mode of operation For standard MX45 power source with no clock and lock mode of operation MASTER For master LKM power source in clock and lock mode of operation AUX For auxiliary LKS power source in clock and lock mode of operation Powers up with clock mode set to external Table 2 9 Clock and Lock Initialization settings 2 9 3 Clock Lock and External Sync Mode Note that an MX45 LKM auxiliary unit is factory configured to operate in Clock and Lock mode when EXT clock mode is selected in the PROGRAM screen This means that a MX45 LKS cannot be used in normal external sync mode However the MX45 LKM master unit can be operated in external sync mode Furthermore since the MX45 LKM master unit is factory set for Master mode of operation it in turn cannot be used as an Auxiliary source in a clock and lock configuration 2 9 4 Remote Programming of Clock and Lock systems Since clock and lock systems have multiple autonomous controllers that are synchronized in frequency remote programming of these systems requires that the application program deals with all MX45 controllers This often precludes the use of RS232C as generally not enough serial ports are available The use of GPIB instead also offers the advantage of using the Group Execute Trigger GET capability to effect output changes on all phases MX4
28. ith replacement parts for the Product The Buyer will at its expense return the defective Product or parts thereof to AMETEK in accordance with the return procedure specified below AMETEK will at its expense deliver the repaired or replaced Product or parts to the Buyer Any warranty of AMETEK will not apply if the Buyer is in default under the Purchase Order Agreement or where the Product or any part thereof e is damaged by misuse accident negligence or failure to maintain the same as specified or required by AMETEK e is damaged by modifications alterations or attachments thereto which are not authorized by AMETEK e installed or operated contrary to the instructions of AMETEK e opened modified or disassembled in any way without AMETEK s consent or e used in combination with items articles or materials not authorized by AMETEK The Buyer may not assert any claim that the Products are not in conformity with any warranty until the Buyer has made all payments to AMETEK provided for in the Purchase Order Agreement PRODUCT RETURN PROCEDURE 1 Request a Return Material Authorization RMA number from the repair facility must be done in the country in which it was purchased Inthe USA contact the AMETEK Repair Department prior to the return of the product to AMETEK for repair Telephone 800 733 5427 ext 2295 or ext 2463 toll free North America 858 450 0085 ext 2295 or ext 2463 direct Outside t
29. ly as to the safety hazards and that any inadvertent contact with hazardous voltages is eliminated Guard against risks of electrical shock during open cover checks by not touching any portion of the electrical circuits Even when power is off capacitors may retain an electrical charge Use safety glasses during open cover checks to avoid personal injury by any sudden component failure Neither AMETEK Programmable Power Inc San Diego California USA nor any of the subsidiary sales organizations can accept any responsibility for personnel material or inconsequential injury loss or damage that results from improper use of the equipment and accessories SAFETY SYMBOLS AN WARNING N CAUTION Risk of Electrical Shock Refer to Accompanying Documents Q Off Supply Direct Current DC b Standby Supply Alternating Current AC On Supply 3 Three Phase Alternating Current D Protective Conductor Terminal 1 Earth Ground Terminal Fuse Chassis Ground Product Family Series Warranty Period One Year WARRANTY TERMS AMETEK Programmable Power Inc AMETEK provides this written warranty covering the Product stated above and if the Buyer discovers and notifies AMETEK in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period stated above then AMETEK may at its option repair or replace the Product or issue a credit note for the defective Product or provide the Buyer w
30. mmablepower com This page intentionally left blank Important Safety Instructions Before applying power to the system verify that your product is configured properly for your particular application Hazardous voltages may be present when covers are removed Qualified personnel must use extreme caution when servicing this equipment Circuit boards test points and output voltages also may be floating above WARNING below chassis ground _ equipment used contains ESD sensitive ports When installing equipment follow ESD Safety Procedures Electrostatic discharges might WARNING cause damage to the equipment Only qualified personnel who deal with attendant hazards in power supplies are allowed to perform installation and servicing Ensure that the AC power line ground is connected properly to the Power Rack input connector or chassis Similarly other power ground lines including those to application and maintenance equipment must be grounded properly for both personnel and equipment safety Always ensure that facility AC input power is de energized prior to connecting or disconnecting any cable In normal operation the operator does not have access to hazardous voltages within the chassis However depending on the user s application configuration HIGH VOLTAGES HAZARDOUS TO HUMAN SAFETY may be normally generated on the output terminals The customer user must ensure that the output power lines are labeled proper
31. n wiring gage size must be sized for the maximum input current rating to ensure user safety and avoid possible power source damage regardless of the actual output load MX Series 8 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments Front view cover removed Eal ET Ea i Ln Hn AC INPUT L1 L2 L3 nnnnnnnnnnn aa PTTTTTTTTTIT CHASSIS GND A amp le Figure 2 2 Location of AC Input Fuse Block and Chassis Ground Connection Note To comply with product safety requirements EARTH GROUND must be connected to the chassis of the AC power system using the ground stud located directly below the AC input fuse block Use a Green Yellow ground wire Note DO NOT USE THE NEUTRAL CONNECTION OF A 3 PHASE AC POWER CONNECTION IN PLACE OF A TRUE EARTH GROUND CONNECTION AC power system neutrals cannot be used for protective earth ground The mains source must have a current rating equal to or greater than the input fuses and the input wiring must be sized to satisfy the applicable electrical codes The front cover must be re installed prior to use and the strain relief provisions located at the rear bottom of the unit must be used to maintain protection against hazardous conditions WARNING DELTA INPUT WIRING CONNECTION ONLY NO NEUTRAL CONNECTION IS NEEDED DO NOT USE AN AC NEUTRAL CONDUCTOR FOR GROUNDING THE MX CHASSIS USE A SEPARATE PROTECTIVE EARTH GROUND CONNECTION ONLY MX Series 9
32. registered trademark of AMETEK Inc Other trademarks registered trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only Notice of Copyright MX Series AC and DC Power Source Installation Manual 2010 AMETEK Programmable Power Inc All rights reserved Exclusion for Documentation UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING AMETEK PROGRAMMABLE POWER INC MAKES WARRANTY AS THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSSES DAMAGES COSTS OR EXPENSES WHETHER SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER S RISK AND c REMINDS YOU THAT IF THIS MANUAL IS IN ANY LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH ALTHOUGH STEPS HAVE BEEN TAKEN TO MAINTAIN THE ACCURACY OF THE TRANSLATION THE ACCURACY CANNOT BE GUARANTEED APPROVED AMETEK CONTENT IS CONTAINED WITH THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION WHICH IS POSTED AT WWW PROGRAMMABLEPOWER COM Date and Revision March 2011 Revision D Part Number 7003 968 Contact Information Telephone 800 733 5427 toll free in North America 858 450 0085 direct Fax 858 458 0267 Email sales programmablepower com service programmablepower com Web www progra
33. tween California Instruments equipment The Clock and Lock BNC connectors located on the rear panel are used to synchronize and control the phase shift between the three outputs when 3 units are operating as a three phase clock and lock system This mode of operation requires the LKM on Master unit and LKS on Auxiliary units options See paragraph 2 9 for more information on this mode of operation A set of two identical System Interface connectors P8 and P9 is located on the rear panel of each MX45 chassis The system interface is used to connect the multiple MX45 power sources in a Master Auxiliary configuration to create MX90 and MX135 models In these configurations only the Master MX45 power source has a built in controller and front panel The same connector is also used to control the optional OMNI 3 75 Reference Impedance Table 2 4 System Interface Connectors OUTP Output ON Controls state of output relay N C N C N C COM Common Signal return OT Over temperature Indicates over temperature condition N C CLB Current Limit B Programmed current limit reference for phase B CSA Current Sum Phase A CSC Current Sum Phase C XFMR Optional voltage range select HV or XV option N C C ERR LO Error Signal Phase C Low MX Series 23 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments 20 300 VRNG 300 V AC Range Select 21 COM Common Signal return 2 REM OFF Remote Off Control not 3 COM
34. uit protection device with disconnect capability This will protect building wiring and other circuits from possible damage or shutdown in case of a system problem It will also facilitate removing AC input power to the MX system in case of service or reconfiguration requirements Note AC input wiring and connections must conform to local electrical safety codes that apply Always consult a qualified electrician prior to installation of any MX System AC input connections are to be made directly to the input fuse block The input fuse block is located on the lower left hand corner of the front of the MX45 chassis To access the input fuse connection block the protective front cover needs to be removed first N CAUTION Always disconnect any input power completely when removing any protective cover and allow the internal capacitors to fully discharge minimum of 15 mins before removing any cover See Figure 2 2 for details No wiring for AC input connections is provided with the MX Series and must be provided by the end user or installer Input wiring should be entered through the right hand side when facing the back of the MX45 see Figure 2 4 wire access opening located at the rear bottom of the MX45 chassis A wire channel marked as 2 in figure below is provided below the input transformer to allow the input wiring to be routed to the front of the unit where the connections are to be made N WARNING The power source s input connectio
35. ut and output terminal connections Route the wires from the back of the MX45 chassis to the front in the provided cable guides MX90 and MX135 systems are shipped with external output terminal blocks that enable the output wiring from two or three chassis to be combined providing a single point of connection to the EUT These blocks are not enclosed however MX45 MASTER 5 AUXILIARY SEE ER M COC LOCK m HG CUO LOCK 2050 7 INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output Li Three Phase Output TB1A INPUT AND OUTPUT POWER CONNECTIONS ARE MADE INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE FRONT COVER One Phase Output TB1B Three Phase Output TB1A THREE PHASE INPUT F3 F2 F1 THREE PHASE INPUT F3 F2 F1 THREE PHASE POWER INPUT THREE PHASE POWER INPUT EQUIPMENT UNDER NEUT oC sB TEST Figure 2 9 MX90 or MX90 MB Output Wiring MX Series 18 Installation Manual Rev D California Instruments GPIB SYSTEM _ INTERFACE SINGLE PHASE TBIB AR GPIB TRIG TRIG FSTB CLOCK LOCK IN OUT SYSTEM SYSTEM i k INTERFACE INTERFACE ue I
36. xiliary units do not have their own controller and are identified easily by their blank front panel except for status indicator LEDs Master units each have their own controller but can be configured as auxiliary units by disconnecting the ribbon cable marked J17 between the controller and the system interface board P N 7003 700 1 This disables the controller and allows the MX45 to operate as an Auxiliary unit Requires removal of the top cover When used as a multi cabinet system for higher power applications the controllers in the unit s acting as the auxiliary to the master are either disabled or not present In addition to disabling the controller if present as described above the DIP switch S1 located on the GPIB RS232C IO assembly in the auxiliary cabinets Requires removal of the top cover The correct switch settings are shown below shown set for Master cabinet Note that all units must be powered down before reconfiguring Also the output wiring must be changed to accommodate the new configuration Note If the units being re configured for multi cabinet operation were not factory configured this way it may be necessary to balance the amplifiers by adjusting their gain Refer to MX Series User Manual P N 7003 960 for details on Amplifier balancing When used as a multi cabinet system the system interface cables must be connected between the master and the auxiliary cabinets Top View from back of chassis
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