Consort EV202 User manual

Consort
MANUAL
HANDLEIDING
MODE D’EMPLOI
ANLEITUNG
EV202
EV215
EV231
EV232
EV233
EV243
EV261
EV262
EV265
April 2006

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that the product
Electrophoresis Power Supply
content of the type numbers
EV202, EV215, EV231, EV232, EV233, EV243, EV261, EV262, EV265
to which this declaration relates is in conformity
with the following standards
EN61010
LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE 73/23/EEG
EN50081-1
EN50082-1
EN60555-2
EMC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEG
Turnhout, February 22, 2005
on behalf of Consort nv
WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
This instrument (excluding all accessories) is warranted against defective material and
workmanship for a period of thirty-six (36) months from the date of shipment ex fac-
tory.
Consort will repair all defective equipment returned to it during the warranty period
without charge, provided the equipment has been used under normal laboratory condi-
tions and in accordance with the operating limitations and maintenance procedures in
this instruction manual and when not having been subject to accident, alteration, misuse
or abuse.
A return authorisation must be obtained from Consort before returning any product for
warranty repair on a freight prepaid basis!

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Inhoudstafel
Inleiding ........................................... 11
Toetsenbord....................................... 11
Fabrikant .......................................... 11
Waarborg .......................................... 11
Onderhoud ........................................ 11
Zeer belangrijk................................... 12
Instellen ........................................... 13
Methode programmatie ......................... 14
Manuele programmatie ......................... 15
Tijdelijk parameters wijzigen ................. 15
Alarmen ........................................... 16
Gegevens opslaan................................ 16
Table de matières
Préface ............................................ 17
Fabricant .......................................... 17
Clavier ............................................. 17
Garantie ........................................... 17
Service............................................. 17
Très important.................................... 18
Configurer......................................... 19
Programmation méthode ....................... 20
Programmation manuelle....................... 21
Changer temporairement les paramètres.... 21
Enregistrer des données ........................ 22
Alarmes............................................ 22
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Hersteller ......................................... 23
Einführung ........................................ 23
Garantie ........................................... 23
Service............................................. 23
Bedienungsfeld ................................... 23
Sehr wichtig ...................................... 24
Einstellen.......................................... 25
Methode Programmierung ...................... 26
Manuelle Programmierung...................... 27
Zeitlich Parameter ändern ..................... 27
Alarme............................................. 28
Daten speichern.................................. 28
Table of contents
Manufacturer ..................................... 5
Warranty .......................................... 5
Introduction ...................................... 5
Servicing........................................... 5
Keyboard .......................................... 5
Very important ................................... 6
Set-up.............................................. 7
Method programming............................ 8
Manual programming ............................ 9
Temporarily changing parameters............. 9
Data-logging ...................................... 10
Alarms ............................................. 10

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Introduction
This instrument is manufactured with the latest technology and needs no particu-
lar maintenance. Consort certifies that this instrument was thoroughly inspected
and tested at the factory prior to shipment and found to meet all requirements
defined by contract under which it is furnished. However, dimensions and other
physical characteristics may differ.
The normal operating temperature should be between 0° and 40°C. Never use
the instrument in a room with high humidity (>95 %) or at very low temperatures
(condensation water!).
Connect the instrument only to an earthed power line. The required power source
is indicated on the label at the back of the instrument. Do not cut and splice the
power cord. When removing the power cord from the wall outlet, be sure to unplug
by holding the plug attachment and not by pulling the cord. Do not hold the plug
by wet hand.
Manufacturer
Consort nv
Parklaan 36 Tel [phone]
B2300 Turnhout Fax [phone]
Belgium E-mail: [email protected]
Keyboard
éê = Button for entering a value or for selecting a function.
SET/ENTER = Button for programming the desired parameters.
RUN/STOP = Button to start or stop an experiment.
Warranty
This instrument (excluding all accessories) is warranted against defective material
and workmanship for a period of thirty-six (36) months from the date of shipment
ex factory. Consort will repair all defective equipment returned to it during the
warranty period without charge, provided the equipment has been used under
normal laboratory conditions and in accordance with the operating limitations and
maintenance procedures in this instruction manual and when not having been
subject to accident, alteration, misuse or abuse. A return authorisation must be
obtained from Consort before returning any product for warranty repair on a
freight prepaid basis!
Consort is not liable for consequential damages arising out of the use or handling
of its products.
Servicing
In the event of this instrument being returned for servicing, the owner is requested
to remove the power supply lead and NOT to send the following items unless they
are suspect:
Manual
Cables
Accessories
If serious malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your
local Consort dealer.

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Very important
This electrophoresis power supply is a high technology instrument available in
several versions. As it is capable of giving dangerous voltage levels by which high
power is involved, we suggest that you take a few moments to read this manual
thoroughly. Although this instrument is equipped with all necessary safety features
against abuse and other accidental failures, caution should be exercised when
working with high voltage equipment.
• Avoid to touch the outlets with any conducting object and make sure there is
a second person present for your safety in case of any severe electric shock.
• Never touch any part of the assembly (power supply, leads or tank) before hav-
ing switched off.
• Never manipulate with wet hands.
• Do not ground any of the outputs or the buffer in the tank.
• Connect the outlets only to an insulated electrophoresis tank with safety
cover.
• Never make any other connections, such as e.g. putting several power supplies
in series or in parallel.
• In order to prevent electric shock, never open the back plate nor remove the
cover.
• Do not expose the unit to rain or any other liquid.
• Do not spill liquid or insert metal objects inside the unit.
• Take care so that the power supply is not dropped to avoid damaging the cabi-
net which defeats safeguards or injuring yourself.
• If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug it
and have it checked by an authorised service technician to restore the safe-
guards.
• The fact that the unit operates satisfactorily does not imply that the unit is
properly earthed or that it is completely safe. If in any doubt about the effec-
tive earthing of the unit, contact a qualified electrician.
• Never block the ventilation holes or place the unit in any enclosure unless
proper ventilation is provided.
• Never place the unit near or over a radiator, heat register or stove.
• Avoid locations where the instrument is exposed directly to the sun light.

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Set-up
1. Select SET-UP and press SET.
2. Select LANGUAGE and press SET.
3. Select the desired language and press SET.
4. Select CONTRAST and press SET.
5. Adjust the contrast of the display and press SET.
6. Select ALARM and press SET.
7. Decide whether or not the output voltage should shut down at a too
low output current and press SET.
8. Select POWER FAIL and press SET.
9. Decide whether or not the instrument should proceed with the
experiment for the remaining time after a power failure and press
SET.
10. Select STAND-BY and press SET to return.
• Select INFO and press SET to see general information about the
electrophoresis power supply.
---- SET-UP ----
STAND-BY
CHOOSE LANGUAGE:
ENGLISH
---- SET-UP ----
ALARM
---- SET-UP ----
LANGUAGE
---- SET-UP ----
INFO
---- SET-UP ----
CONTRAST
---- STAND-BY ----
SET-UP
CURRENT<1mA
ALARM: YES
---- SET-UP ----
POWER FAIL
POWER FAIL
DETECTION: YES

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Method programming
Method programming permits to store up to 9 different methods, each
with 9 steps, of frequently used parameters in the non-volatile memory
for future recall. Each step is able to recall a next one, providing a flex-
ible multiple step function for special techniques. The method mode also
permits to program a linear voltage gradient for any step provided the
limiting current or power is not attained. Parameters can be changed
temporarily without interrupting the run.
1. Verify if the instrument is switched off.
2. Connect the electrophoresis tank to the instrument.
3. Switch the instrument on.
4. Select the METHOD mode and press SET.
5. Select the desired method and press SET.
6. Select the desired step and press SET.
7. Decide whether or not a voltage gradient has to be performed and
press SET.
8. Enter the desired voltage limit and press SET (= the voltage end
point in case of a gradient step).
9. Enter the desired current limit and press SET (this limit is automati-
cally set to maximum and cannot be changed in case of a gradient
step).
10. Enter the desired power limit and press SET (this limit is automati-
cally set to maximum and cannot be changed in case of a gradient
step).
11. Enter the desired time-units (h of kVh) and press SET.
12. Enter the desired time and press SET.
13. Decide if the experiment should automatically proceed with a next
step (resuming from point 6) or stop after this step. Enter the
desired procedure and press SET.
14. Press RUN to start the experiment.
• At any time, you can return in the stand-by mode by holding SET
pressed during 2 seconds.
• At any time, you can avoid programming unnecessary parameters.
To do so, simply press RUN instead of SET after entering the last
relevant value and the instrument will immediately start the exper-
iment keeping the other parameters to their previous values.
• To ensure that the desired parameter is kept constant, we suggest
to pre-set all other parameters to maximum.
• A blinking unit of the controlling parameter appears when the regu-
lation is complete.
• The timer will always count down.
• If the timer is still running after switching on, the power supply will
automatically proceed with the experiment for the remaining time.
Press STOP if you want to go in stand-by during the run.
ENTER 1
∫
1
VOLTAGE: 400V
---- STAND-BY ----
METHOD
ENTER 1
∫
1
METHOD: 1
ENTER 1
∫
1
STEP: 1
ENTER 1
∫
1
GRADIENT: NO
ENTER 1
∫
1
CURRENT: 300mA
ENTER 1
∫
1
POWER: 50W
ENTER 1
∫
1
TIME UNIT: h
ENTER 1
∫
1
TIME: 99:59h
ENTER 1
∫
1
END METHOD: YES
RUN 1
∫
1 99:59h
400V 300mA 50W
V
time
step 2 step 3 step 4 step 5

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Temporarily changing parameters
Only the parameters of the running step can be changed. A gradient step
can never be changed.
1. Press SET to change temporarily the parameters without interrupting
the run.
2. Change the actual voltage limit and press SET.
3. Change the actual current limit and press SET.
4. Change the actual power limit, and press SET.
5. Change the actual time and press SET.
6. The power supply will now continue the run.
• Temporarily changed parameters are not been kept in memory!
• The instrument will automatically return to the run mode when no
button has been pressed during 10 seconds.
Manual programming
Manual programming permits to set voltage, current, power and time
limits for a simple routine electrophoresis run. Parameters can be
changed temporarily without interrupting the run.
1. Verify if the instrument is switched off.
2. Connect the electrophoresis tank to the instrument.
3. Switch the instrument on.
4. Select the MANUAL mode and press SET.
5. Enter the desired voltage limit and press SET.
6. Enter the desired current limit and press SET.
7. Enter the desired power limit and press SET.
8. Enter the desired time-units (hours or kilovolthours) and press SET.
9. Enter the desired time and press SET (pre-set to [--:--] if no timing
is required).
10. Press RUN to start the experiment.
• At any time, you can return in the stand-by mode by holding SET
pressed during 2 seconds.
• At any time, you can avoid programming unnecessary parameters.
To do so, simply press RUN instead of SET after entering the last
relevant value and the instrument will immediately start the exper-
iment keeping the other parameters to their previous values.
• To ensure that the desired parameter is kept constant, we suggest
to pre-set all other parameters to maximum.
• A blinking unit of the controlling parameter appears when the regu-
lation is complete.
• The timer will always count down. However, when no time limit has
been programmed it will count up.
• If the timer is still running after switching on, the power supply will
automatically proceed with the experiment for the remaining time.
Press STOP if you want to go in stand-by during the run.
---- STAND-BY ----
MANUAL
ENTER
CURRENT: 300mA
ENTER
POWER: 50W
ENTER
TIME UNIT: h
ENTER
TIME: 99:59h
ENTER
VOLTAGE: 400V
SET 1
∫
1 99:59h
400 300mA 50W
RUN 99:59h
400V 300mA 50W
SET 1
∫
1 99:59h
400V 300 50W
SET 1
∫
1 99:59h
400V 300mA 50
SET 1
∫
1 99:59
400V 300mA 50W

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Data-logging
1. Select SET-UP and press SET.
2. Select DATA and press SET.
3. Select DURATION and press SET.
4. Select the desired time for the data-logging and press SET.
5. Select LOG and press SET.
6. Decide whether or not all data (voltage, current, power, time) during
the next experiments should be logged and press SET.
7. Select SET-UP and press SET to return.
• Starting a new experiment will erase the previous data in memory.
• Stored data can be transferred to a computer via the RS232 output
using optionally available software.
• At any time, you can return in the stand-by mode by holding SET
pressed during 2 seconds.
Alarms
GROUND LEAKAGE = A dangerous ground leakage is present (check
thoroughly the complete assembly). Your power
supply is NOT defective! See Frequently Asked
Questions at the end of this manual.
SHORT-CIRCUIT = Connected tank is short-circuited or has a very
low resistance (check thoroughly the complete
assembly). Your power supply is NOT defective!
See Frequently Asked Questions at the end of
this manual.
OVERLOAD = Connected tank has a too low resistance (check
specifications). Your power supply is NOT
defective! See Frequently Asked Questions at
the end of this manual.
CURRENT<1mA = The output current is lower than 1 mA (switch
the alarm off in the SET-UP menu). Your power
supply is NOT defective! See Frequently Asked
Questions at the end of this manual.
CALL SERVICE = Failure in the electronics. See Support on
www.consort.be.
• You could also try a general RESET: switch the instrument on
while holding SET pressed. Attention! All stored programs and data will be
erased!
---- SET-UP ----
DATA
----- DATA -----
SET-UP
----- DATA -----
DURATION
LOG DATA
FOR: 10h
----- DATA -----
LOG
LOG
DATA: YES
---- STAND-BY ----
SET-UP
*** ERROR ***
OVERLOAD
*** ERROR ***
SHORT-CIRCUIT
*** ERROR ***
GROUND LEAKAGE
*** ERROR ***
CURRENT<1mA
*** ERROR ***
CALL SERVICE