Ametek burst NX8 User manual

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QUICK-START GUIDE
AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Surge, Burst,
Damped Oscillatory,
Telecom surge
generators:
burst NX8
vsurge NX15/NX20
VSS 500N
CSS 500N2
OCS 500N6/N6F
NSG 3150

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AMETEK CTS GmbH
Sternenhofstrasse 15
4153 Reinach BL1
Switzerland
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
URL: http://www.ametek-cts.com
Copyright © 2021 AMETEK CTS GmbH All right reserved.
Specifications subject to change

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Contents
1. Safety................................................................................................................................6
1.1. Safety Aspects....................................................................................................................................6
1.2. Safety and warning label on the device..............................................................................................6
1.3. Responsibility of the operator.............................................................................................................7
1.4. General hazard...................................................................................................................................7
1.5. Qualification of personnel...................................................................................................................8
1.6. Warranty Terms..................................................................................................................................8
1.7. Prohibition of unauthorized conversions and modifications ...............................................................8
1.8. Specific accessories required for safety reason.................................................................................8
1.9. Procedure in case of hazard...............................................................................................................8
1.10. Temperatures at the surface ..............................................................................................................8
1.11. Lifting and carrying instructions..........................................................................................................8
2. Before Activating the Equipment...................................................................................9
2.1. Damage due to Shipment...................................................................................................................9
2.2. Power requirements .........................................................................................................................10
2.3. 3-phase EUT power lines.................................................................................................................11
2.4. Fuse for the EUT power supply........................................................................................................11
3. Safety functions ............................................................................................................12
3.1. Safety circuit.....................................................................................................................................12
3.1.1. Safety circuit for burst NX and vsurge NX........................................................................................12
3.1.2. Safety circuit on Rack Systems........................................................................................................12
3.1.3. Safety circuit for devices of 500-series.............................................................................................13
3.2. Warning lamp....................................................................................................................................14
3.2.1. Warning lamp for burst NX and vsurge NX ......................................................................................14
3.3. Earthing of devices...........................................................................................................................15
3.4. FI Fault current protection ................................................................................................................15
4. Testing and Precautions...............................................................................................16
4.1. Precautions to be taken....................................................................................................................16
4.2. Failures and Heavy Strain................................................................................................................16
4.3. Coupling Networks ...........................................................................................................................16
4.4. Interference to the environment........................................................................................................17
5. Testing............................................................................................................................17
5.1. Safety Precautions ...........................................................................................................................17
5.2. Danger from EUT .............................................................................................................................17
6. Quick start guide burst NX8.........................................................................................18
6.1. Scope of delivery..............................................................................................................................18
6.1.1. Accessories ......................................................................................................................................18
6.1.2. Options .............................................................................................................................................19
6.2. Safety instructions for installation and initial installation ..................................................................20
6.2.1. Qualifications of the staff ..................................................................................................................20
6.2.2. Installation.........................................................................................................................................20
6.3. Installation of the burst NX8 .............................................................................................................21
6.3.1. installation site..................................................................................................................................21
6.3.2. Voltage free switching ......................................................................................................................21
6.3.3. Grounding and power connection.....................................................................................................21
6.3.4. Mains Switch and fuse......................................................................................................................22
6.3.5. Connecting the burst NX8 to the ground reference..........................................................................22
6.4. Fuses for EUT with smaller nominal currents...................................................................................22
6.5. EUT power ON/OFF with supply Line to Line (400V) ......................................................................23
6.6. Front view (model-specific distinctions)............................................................................................24
6.7. Rear view (model-specific distinctions) ............................................................................................27
6.8. Power ON the burst NX8 generator .................................................................................................30
6.9. How to use the burst NX8.................................................................................................................30
7. Quick start guide vsurge NX15/NX20 ..........................................................................31
7.1. Scope of delivery vsurge NX15........................................................................................................31
7.2. Accessories vsurge NX15 ................................................................................................................31
7.3. Options vsurge NX15 .......................................................................................................................32
7.4. Scope of delivery vsurge NX20........................................................................................................32
7.5. Accessories vsurge NX20 ................................................................................................................32

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7.6. Options vsurge NX20 .......................................................................................................................33
7.7. Grounding and power connection.....................................................................................................33
7.7.1. Mains Switch and fuse......................................................................................................................34
7.7.2. Connecting the vsurge NX15 system to the ground reference ........................................................34
7.8. Safety circuit, Warning lamps...........................................................................................................35
7.8.1. Safety circuit.....................................................................................................................................36
7.8.2. Warning Lamp ..................................................................................................................................36
7.9. Front view vsurge NX15...................................................................................................................37
7.10. Rear view vsurge NX15....................................................................................................................39
7.11. Power ON the vsurge NX15 generator.............................................................................................42
7.12. How to use the vsurge NX15............................................................................................................42
7.13. Front view vsurge NX20...................................................................................................................43
7.14. Rear view vsurge NX20....................................................................................................................46
7.15. Power ON the vsurge NX20 generator.............................................................................................49
7.16. How to use the vsurge NX20............................................................................................................49
8. Quick start guide VSS 500N .........................................................................................50
8.1. Scope of delivery..............................................................................................................................50
8.2. Front view.........................................................................................................................................51
8.3. Rear View.........................................................................................................................................52
8.4. Operation VSS500N generator.........................................................................................................53
8.5. Menu structure..................................................................................................................................54
8.6. Quick Start........................................................................................................................................54
8.7. Technical Data VSS 500N12.x.........................................................................................................55
8.8. Technical Data VSS 500N12.7.........................................................................................................56
8.9. Technical Data VSS 500N10............................................................................................................56
9. Quick start guide CSS 500N2.......................................................................................57
9.1. Scope of delivery..............................................................................................................................57
9.2. Accessories and options...................................................................................................................57
9.3. Front view.........................................................................................................................................58
9.4. Rear view..........................................................................................................................................59
9.5. Operation CSS500N2 generator ......................................................................................................61
9.6. Main Menu........................................................................................................................................61
9.7. Quick Start........................................................................................................................................62
9.8. Technical data ..................................................................................................................................63
10. Quick start guide OCS 500N6 / N6F.............................................................................64
10.1. Models..............................................................................................................................................64
10.2. Special models .................................................................................................................................64
10.3. Front view OCS 500N6.x..................................................................................................................65
10.4. Rear view OCS 500N6.x ..................................................................................................................67
10.5. Front view OCS 500N6F.x................................................................................................................69
10.6. Rear view OCS 500N6F.x................................................................................................................71
10.7. Description of the menus..................................................................................................................73
10.8. Main Menu OCS 500N6.x.................................................................................................................74
10.9. Main Menu OCS 500N6F.x ..............................................................................................................75
10.10. Main Menu OCS 500N6F.x ..............................................................................................................76
10.11. Technical data - Slow damped oscillatory as per IEC 61000-4-18 ..................................................77
10.12. Technical data - Fast damped oscillatory as per IEC 61000-4-18...................................................77
10.13. Technical data - Ring Wave as per IEC 61000-4-12........................................................................77
11. Quick start guide NSG 3150 .........................................................................................78
11.1. Scope of delivery NSG 3150............................................................................................................78
11.2. General.............................................................................................................................................78
11.3. Front view NSG 3150 .......................................................................................................................79
11.4. Rear view NSG 3150........................................................................................................................80
11.5. The standard user interface (SUI)....................................................................................................80
11.6. Installation.........................................................................................................................................81
11.7. Installation of an EUT power switch .................................................................................................81
11.8. User Warnings Generator.................................................................................................................81
11.9. Dangers concerning the EUT...........................................................................................................81
11.10. Technical data ..................................................................................................................................82
11.11. Coupling/decoupling network CDN 3153-S63.1...............................................................................83
12. How to use a NextGen device ......................................................................................84
12.1. 1. General safety instructions...........................................................................................................84

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12.2. 2. Front connections.........................................................................................................................84
12.3. 3. Rear connections..........................................................................................................................84
12.4. 4. Control elements ..........................................................................................................................85
12.5. 5. Home screen ................................................................................................................................85
12.6. 6. Quick start.....................................................................................................................................85
12.7. 7. Pulse settings ...............................................................................................................................86
12.8. Info: Pulse settings ...........................................................................................................................86
12.9. Info: Pulse settings ...........................................................................................................................86
12.10. 8. Starting a test ...............................................................................................................................87
12.11. 9. The test run...................................................................................................................................87
12.12. Info: Button Status indicators............................................................................................................87
13. Maintenance, Adjustments, Replacement of Parts.....................................................88
13.1. Disposal of devices...........................................................................................................................88
13.2. Calibration and Verification...............................................................................................................88

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1.
Safety
1.1.
Safety Aspects
Observe all precautions to assure your personal safety. The generators comply with Installation Category II (excess voltage
section).
Read the user / operation manual carefully. Pay special attention to safety and operation details!
1.2.
Safety and warning label on the device
Please take note of the following explanations of the symbols used in order to achieve the optimum benefit from this manual
and to ensure safety during operation of the equipment.
This symbol warns of a potential risk of shock hazard. The symbol on an instrument shows that
that it can source 1000 volt or more, including the combined effect of normal and common
mode voltages. Use standard safety precautions to avoid personal contact with these voltages.
This symbol indicates where a caution is required. Refer to the operating instructions located in
the manual in order to protect against personal injury or damage the equipment.
GROUND Indicates protective Ground Terminal
CAUTION
The CAUTION symbol indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice or
condition which, if not followed, could possibly cause damage to equipment. Such damage may
invalidate the warranty. If a CAUTION is indicated, do not proceed until its conditions are fully
understood and met.
WARNING
The WARNING symbol indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice
or condition which, if not followed, could possibly cause bodily injured or death. If a WARNING
is indicated, do not proceed until its conditions are fully understood and met.
Power Supply
The equipment is intended to operate with a power supply not to exceed 250 volts between phase and neutral or between
phase and ground. A proper ground connection through the ground connector of the power cord is essential for safe
operation.
Grounding the Generators
The generators are grounded through the power cord. To avoid electric shock, plug the power cord into a properly installed
receptacle which was tested by a qualified electrician. Have the test performed before connecting equipment.
Without the protective ground connection, all parts of the generators are potential electric shock hazards. This may include
components which appear to be insulated. The equipment MUST NOT BE USED if this protection is altered.
Use the Proper Power Cord
Use only power cords and connector specified for your product. Use only power cords in good condition.
Use Proper Fuses
To avoid fire hazard, use only fuses as specified in the parts listing for your product - matching type, voltage and current
rating.
Do Not Remove Covers or Panels
To avoid personal injury, do not operate the generators without panels and covers.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Environment
Electric Overload
Never apply power to a connector which is not specified for that particular voltage/current.

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CAUTION
Before using this equipment, read the user manual and the
separate delivered safety manual carefully
1.3.
Responsibility of the operator
These operating instructions form an essential part of the equipment and must be available to the operator at all times. The
user must obey all safety instructions and warnings.
CAUTION
The purpose of this instrument is the generation of defined interferences signals for EMI immunity
testing. Depending on the arrangement of the test rig, the configuration, the cabling and the properties
of the EUT itself, a significant amount of electromagnetic radiation may result that could also affect other
equipment and systems.
The equipment is designed to operate in industrial environment. For operating in other or sensitive
environment, such as light industry, airport area…, the user may use a shielded room for operate.
The user himself or herself is ultimately responsible for the correct and controlled operation of the rig.
In case of doubt, the tests should be carried out in a Faraday cage.
1.4.
General hazard
Before applying power to the system, verify that your product is configured properly for your particular application.
WARNING
The generators and their accessories operate at high voltages.
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 (below) chassis ground.
The design of external insulation must be such that it exceeds the maximum impulse voltages of the
generator (up to 20 kV in dependency of the generator).
Only qualified personnel who deal with attendant hazards in impulse generators, 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.
The user must ensure that the output power lines are labeled properly 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 CTS GmbH, 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.

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CAUTION
Personnel fitted with a heart pacemaker must neither operatethe instrumentnor approachthe test setup
while a test is being executed.
Only approved accessories, connectors, adapters, etc. are to be used to ensure safe operation.
1.5.
Qualification of personnel
All listed devices must be operated only by authorized and trained specialists.
1.6.
Warranty Terms
AMETEK CTS provides this written warranty covering the product stated above, and if the buyer discovers and notifies
AMETEK CTS in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period stated above, then
AMETEK CTS may, at its option: repair or replace the product; or issue a credit note for the defective product; or provide the
buyer with replacement parts for the product.
The buyer will, at its expense, return the defective product or parts thereof to AMETEK CTS in accordance with the return
procedure specified below. AMETEK CTS will, at its expense, deliver the repaired or replaced product or parts to the buyer.
Any warranty of AMETEK CTS will not apply if the buyer is in default under the purchase order agreement or where the
product or any part thereof:
•is damaged by misuse, accident, negligence or failure to maintain the same as specified or required by AMETEK
CTS;
•is damaged by modifications, alterations or attachments thereto which are not authorized by AMETEK CTS;
•is installed or operated contrary to the instructions of AMETEK CTS;
•is opened, modified or disassembled in any way without AMETEK CTS’s consent; or
•is used in combination with items, articles or materials not authorized by AMETEK CTS.
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 CTS provided for in the purchase order agreement.
1.7.
Prohibition of unauthorized conversions and modifications
The user is not entitled to the device to perform its own modifications and adaptations. Modifying parts on the generator by
unauthorized persons will void the warranty of the device and the correct functioning cannot be guaranteed.
1.8.
Specific accessories required for safety reason
Only use accessories approved by AMETEK CTS for these generators and intended as accessories for these devices.
Measuring instruments for the measurement of instrument parameters shall be designed for the maximum voltage and current
from the generator. Otherwise safety cannot be guaranteed.
1.9.
Procedure in case of hazard
If a hazard could exist due to an unintended condition of the generator, the following procedure is recommended:
Disconnect the device- and EUT power supplies from the power supply and ensure that the generator is always earthed via
the supply lines or a different ground connection. Wait at least 15 minutes and ground all outputs via a 10 kΩ, 15 W resistor.
Call an AMETEK service center.
1.10.
Temperatures at the surface
The components that generate heat in the device (resistors, etc.) are arranged inside the device in such a way that no
temperatures higher than 50 C occur on the surface.
1.11.
Lifting and carrying instructions
The generators usually weigh more than 20 kg. For lifting and carrying, two persons must always lift the equipment together or
use a suitable lifting device. The device must be gripped by the carrying handle and on the underside.

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2.
Before Activating the Equipment
2.1.
Damage due to Shipment
The instrument was tested before shipment and was packed carefully on a transport palette. Each box is marked with a
detailed list of the contents.
Before activating the equipment, check for damage which may have occurred during shipment. Check each container as well
as the generator itself. In case of physical damage, contact the manufacturer before operating the unit.
Figure 1 –Instrument
Figure 2 –Rack
Figure 3 - System

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2.2.
Power requirements
Prior to turning the equipment on, check that the selected voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
The position of the voltage selector must correspond with the mains.
If you change the mains voltage, replace the fuses according the
recommended value on the number plate.
First - check the 115 V / 230 V voltage selector where applicable!
Do not connect 230 VAC into the 115 VAC units.The result could be a
severely damaged unit.
Figure 4 - Power Settings
If power to the equipment of Class I is supplied by an auto-transformer which is connected to a higher supply voltage, the base
of the auto-transformer must be connected to the neutral of the power supply.
Equipment of Class I, which is supplied with a 3-phase power cord, must only be connected to a grounded receptacle. The
protective ground connection must not be disconnected or otherwise interrupted.
Each interruption or disconnection of the protective ground connection inside or outside the equipment may cause electric
shock.
Connecting different units with each other or to a personal computer for remote control may be performed only with cables
recommended and/or supplied by the manufacturer.