NF BP4620 User manual

NF Corporation

BIPOLAR DC POWER SUPPLY

BP4620

Instruction Manual

nbn Austria GmbH

DA00016125-006

BIPOLAR DC POWER SUPPLY

BP4620

Instruction Manual

BP4620

Preface 

Thank you for purchasing the BP4620 bipolar DC power supply.

To ensure safe and proper use of this electric equipment, please read first Safety Precautions on the

following pages.

Caution Symbols Used in This Manual

The following caution symbols are used in this manual. Be sure to observe these caution symbols and

their contents to ensure the safety of the user and avoid damage to the equipment.

This symbol indicates information for avoiding danger to human life or bodily injury while handling this

product.

This symbol indicates information for preventing damage to the product when handling it.

This manual has the following chapter organization.

If reading this manual for the first time, start from 1. OVERVIEW.

1. OVERVIEW

Describes various items that must be checked prior to using the BP4620.

2. PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE

Describes various cautions regarding preparations to be made before using the BP4620, ranging

from installation to connection of the power supply.

3. NOMENCLATURE

Describes the names of the various parts of the BP4620.

4. OPERATION

Describes how to use the BP4620, from its basic operation to the use of advanced functions.

5. USB INTERFACE

Describes the commands for controlling the BP4620 via the USB interface.

6. TROUBLESHOOTING

Describes error messages and handlings when problems occur.

7. MAINTENANCE

Describes basic operation tests and daily maintenance procedures.

8. SPECIFICATIONS

Lists the specifications (functions and performance) of the BP4620.

9. INITIAL SETTING LIST

Lists the initial settings.

Scope of contents

The description of this manual applies to products with firmware version 2.00 and above.

For details on checking the firmware version, see Chapter 7.4.

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Safety Precautions 

To ensure safe use, be sure to observe the following warnings and cautions.

NF Corporation shall not be held liable for damages that arise from a failure to observe these warnings and

cautions.

This product is a Class 1 product (with protective conductor terminal) that conforms to the JIS and IEC

insulation standards.

Be sure to observe the contents of this instruction manual.

This instruction manual contains information for the safe operation and use of this product.

Be sure to read this information first before using this product.

All the warnings in the instruction manual must be heeded to prevent hazards that may cause major

accidents.

Be sure to ground the product.

This product uses a line filter and must be grounded to avoid the risk of electric shock.

To prevent electric shock, be sure to safely implement grounding according to Japanese Standard for

Electrical Equipment Technology D (100 or lower) or higher.

Check the power supply voltage.

This product operates on the power supply voltage indicated in Grounding and Power Supply

Connection in this instruction manual.

Prior to connecting the power supply, check that the voltage of the power supply matches the rated

power supply of the product.

In case of suspected anomaly

If this product emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or abnormal noise, immediately power it off and stop

using it.

If such an anomaly occurs, do not use this product until it has been repaired, and immediately report the

problem to the location of purchase (either NF Corporation or your distributor).

Do not use this product when gas is present.

An explosion or other such hazard may result.

Do not remove the cover.

This product contains high-voltage parts. Absolutely never remove its cover.

Even when the inside of this product needs to be inspected, do not touch the inside. All such inspections

are to be performed by service technicians designated by NF Corporation.

Do not modify this product.

Absolutely never modify this product, as this may cause new hazards and may disqualify this product

from repair in case of failure.

This product weights 53 kg.

Do not carry it alone, or you may suffer physical injury.

Do not expose this product to water.

When this product is used in wet condition, it may cause an electric shock and a fire. If this product is

exposed to water, cut the power at the distribution board immediately, and contact NF Corporation or

one of our representatives.

If lightning occurs, power off this product and cut the power at the distribution board.

A lightning may cause an electric shock, a fire and a failure.

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Safety-related symbols

The general definitions of the safety-related symbols used on this product and in the instruction manual

are provided below.

Instruction Manual Reference Symbol

This symbol is displayed to alert the user to potential danger and refer him/her

to the instruction manual.

Electric Shock Danger Symbol

This symbol indicates locations that present a risk of electric shock under

specific conditions.

Protective Ground-Terminal Symbol

This symbol identifies a pin that must be grounded to avoid electric

shock.

Before operating the device, be sure to safely implement grounding

according to Japanese Standard for Electrical Equipment Technology

D (Type 3, 100 Ωor lower) or higher.

Warning Symbol

This symbol indicates information for avoiding danger to human life or bodily

injury while handling this product.

Caution Symbol

This symbol indicates information for preventing damage to the product when

handling it.

Other symbols

This symbol indicates the “on” position of the power switch.

This symbol indicates the “off” position of the power switch.

This symbol indicates that the external conductor of the connector is connected to the

case.

This symbol indicates that the external conductor of the connector is connected to the

signal ground.

Waste disposal

To help ensure environmental protection, please note the following precautions regarding disposal of

this product.

<1> This product contains a lithium battery.

<2> The LCD backlight unit contains mercury.

<3> Use a professional industrial waste contractor to dispose of this product.

Other considerations

All the accessories, peripherals, and options of this producdt are exclusively for this product.These

products are not to be installed nor used for any other purposes besides their intended usage.

To prevent electric shock and failure, absolutely never insert foreign objects or allow liquids inside this

product.

To prevent electric shock and failure, make sure that the metal parts of connection cables are hidden.

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Contents

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1. OVERVIEW .................................................................................................. 1-1

1.1 General ......................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Features ....................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.3 Principle of Operation................................................................................................. 1-4

2. PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE ..................................................................2-1

2.1 Before Using the BP4620............................................................................................ 2-2

2.2 Installation Environment............................................................................................. 2-3

2.3 Grounding and Power Supply Connection ............................................................... 2-5

2.3.1 Grounding............................................................................................................................ 2-5

2.3.2 Power supply .......................................................................................................................2-5

2.4 Connection to I/O terminals ....................................................................................... 2-6

2.4.1 Connection to power supply input terminals .................................................................... 2-6

2.4.2 Connection to output terminals.......................................................................................... 2-9

2.4.3 Connection to USB connector.......................................................................................... 2-11

2.4.4 Connection to external control I/O connector ................................................................. 2-12

2.4.5 Connection to external signal input pin........................................................................... 2-14

2.4.6 Connection to monitor output pin .................................................................................... 2-15

2.5 Power on/off and Operation Check.......................................................................... 2-16

2.6 Radio Law .................................................................................................................. 2-17

3. NOMENCLATURE........................................................................................ 3-1

3.1 Nomenclature .............................................................................................................. 3-2

3.1.1 Operation panel ...................................................................................................................3-2

3.1.2 Front panel...........................................................................................................................3-4

3.1.3 Rear panel............................................................................................................................3-6

3.2 Tilting LCD Screen ...................................................................................................... 3-7

4. OPERATION................................................................................................. 4-1

4.1 LCD Screen .................................................................................................................. 4-3

4.1.1 Status icons .........................................................................................................................4-4

4.1.2 Warning and error display ..................................................................................................4-5

4.1.3 Sequence display ................................................................................................................4-5

4.2 Basic Operation........................................................................................................... 4-6

4.2.1 Menus...................................................................................................................................4-6

4.2.2 Menu tree navigation method ............................................................................................. 4-9

4.2.3 Numerical input operation ................................................................................................ 4-10

4.2.4 Numerical input operation requiring confirmation (during USB ID setting)..................4-10

4.2.5 Selective input operation requiring confirmation ........................................................... 4-10

4.2.6 Execution input ................................................................................................................. 4-11

4.2.7 Shortcut keys..................................................................................................................... 4-11

4.3 Basic Functions......................................................................................................... 4-12

4.3.1 Setting of operation mode ................................................................................................ 4-13

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4.3.2 Output on/off ..................................................................................................................... 4-15

4.3.3 Setting of DC voltage and DC current..............................................................................4-17

4.3.4 Setting of superimposed AC voltage and superimposed AC current ............................ 4-18

4.3.5 Setting of frequency..........................................................................................................4-21

4.3.6 Setting of waveform ..........................................................................................................4-22

4.4 Setting of limiters ...................................................................................................... 4-24

4.4.1 Shifting the output voltage range..................................................................................... 4-26

4.4.2 Output voltage limiters ..................................................................................................... 4-28

4.4.3 Output current limiters...................................................................................................... 4-28

4.5 Sequence Operation.................................................................................................. 4-29

4.5.1 Sequence operation specifications.................................................................................. 4-29

4.5.2 Setting of sequence ..........................................................................................................4-36

4.5.3 Sequence programming.................................................................................................... 4-38

4.5.4 Sequence operation control ............................................................................................. 4-43

4.5.5 Sequence memory clear ................................................................................................... 4-45

4.5.6 Sequence operation setting example............................................................................... 4-46

4.5.7 Sequence operation execution ......................................................................................... 4-50

4.6 Control via External Control I/O Connector ............................................................ 4-54

4.7 Memory Function....................................................................................................... 4-55

4.8 Remote Control ......................................................................................................... 4-58

4.8.1 Switching USB interface ................................................................................................... 4-59

4.8.2 USB ID................................................................................................................................ 4-60

4.8.2.1 USBTMC ......................................................................................................................... 4-60

4.8.2.2 USB488........................................................................................................................... 4-62

4.8.3 Switch to local mode.........................................................................................................4-63

4.9 System Menu ............................................................................................................. 4-65

4.9.1 Keylock .............................................................................................................................. 4-67

4.9.2 Beep sound........................................................................................................................ 4-68

4.9.3 LCD contrast adjustment .................................................................................................. 4-69

4.9.4 Setting of LCD display color............................................................................................. 4-70

4.9.5 Setting of frequency and time units................................................................................. 4-71

4.9.6 Setting of operation of output and response calibrator at power-on ............................4-72

4.9.7 Setting of external control input enable/disable ............................................................. 4-73

4.9.8 Reset function ................................................................................................................... 4-74

4.9.9 System information ........................................................................................................... 4-74

4.10 Response Calibration ........................................................................................... 4-75

4.10.1 Outline................................................................................................................................ 4-75

4.10.2 Fixed characteristics.........................................................................................................4-76

4.10.3 Adjustment characteristics............................................................................................... 4-77

4.10.4 Adjustment example ......................................................................................................... 4-80

4.11 External Signal Input ............................................................................................ 4-84

4.12 Voltage and Current Monitor ................................................................................ 4-85

4.13 Measurement Function ......................................................................................... 4-86

5. USB INTERFACE ......................................................................................... 5-1

5.1 Preparations Before Usage ........................................................................................ 5-2

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5.2 Program Message List ................................................................................................ 5-3

5.3 Explanation of Each Program Message .................................................................... 5-9

5.3.1 Basic settings......................................................................................................................5-9

5.3.2 Limiter ................................................................................................................................ 5-11

5.3.3 Sequence Related.............................................................................................................. 5-12

5.3.4 Measurement related......................................................................................................... 5-16

5.3.5 Arbitrary waveform memory ............................................................................................. 5-16

5.3.6 Store/recall memory .......................................................................................................... 5-17

5.3.7 Status reporting................................................................................................................. 5-18

5.3.8 Overlap commands ........................................................................................................... 5-20

5.3.9 Other .................................................................................................................................. 5-21

5.4 Status Configuration ................................................................................................. 5-23

5.4.1 Status byte ......................................................................................................................... 5-23

5.4.2 Standard event statuses ................................................................................................... 5-24

5.4.3 Message queue.................................................................................................................. 5-24

5.4.4 Operation statuses ............................................................................................................5-25

5.4.5 Warning statuses............................................................................................................... 5-26

5.4.6 Overload statuses .............................................................................................................5-27

5.5 Response to Interface Messages............................................................................. 5-28

5.6 Programming Cautions............................................................................................. 5-28

6. TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................. 6-1

6.1 Error Messages ........................................................................................................... 6-2

6.1.1 Error at power-on ................................................................................................................6-2

6.1.2 Protective function related errors ......................................................................................6-3

6.1.3 Errors during operation ......................................................................................................6-5

6.1.4 Warning display...................................................................................................................6-6

6.2 Protective Functions ................................................................................................... 6-7

6.2.1 Overload...............................................................................................................................6-8

6.2.2 Over-limiter ..........................................................................................................................6-8

6.3 When Suspecting a Fault............................................................................................ 6-9

7. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................... 7-1

7.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 7-2

7.2 Daily Maintenance ....................................................................................................... 7-2

7.3 Storage, Repacking, and Transportation................................................................... 7-3

7.4 Version Number Verification Method......................................................................... 7-4

7.5 Cleaning the Air Filters ............................................................................................... 7-6

7.6 Backup Battery ............................................................................................................ 7-7

7.7 Operation Inspection .................................................................................................. 7-8

7.8 Performance Test ...................................................................................................... 7-11

8. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................ 8-1

8.1 Specification Conditions ............................................................................................ 8-2

8.2 Output........................................................................................................................... 8-3

8.3 Output Limiters............................................................................................................ 8-5

8.4 Signal Sources ............................................................................................................ 8-6

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8.5 Monitor Output ............................................................................................................ 8-7

8.6 Measurement Functions ............................................................................................. 8-7

8.7 Sequence Function ..................................................................................................... 8-8

8.8 Arbitrary Waveform Memory ...................................................................................... 8-8

8.9 Setting Memory ........................................................................................................... 8-9

8.10 Protective Functions............................................................................................... 8-9

8.11 General..................................................................................................................... 8-9

8.12 External Control I/O .............................................................................................. 8-10

8.13 USB Interface......................................................................................................... 8-11

8.14 Power Input............................................................................................................ 8-11

8.15 Withstand Voltage, Insulation Resistance........................................................... 8-11

8.16 Ambient Temperature Range and Ambient Humidity Range ............................. 8-11

8.17 External Dimensions and Weight......................................................................... 8-12

8.18 Safety, EMC and RoHS.......................................................................................... 8-13

8.19 Output Voltage and Output Current Supply Ranges .......................................... 8-13

8.20 Drawing of External Dimensions ......................................................................... 8-18

9. INITIAL SETTING LIST ................................................................................ 9-1

9.1 Initial Setting List ........................................................................................................ 9-2

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