Kikusui RC04-PCR-LA User manual

RC04-PCR-LA
Part No. Z1-002-902, IA002963
Jan 2007
OPERATION MANUAL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
PCR-LA Series

Use of Operation Man ual
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Both unit specifi cations and manual contents are subject to change without notice.
© 2003-2007 Cop yright Kikusui Electronics Corporation
Printed in Japan

RC04-PCR-LA Safety Symbols I
Saf ety Symbols
F or the safe use and safe maintenance of this product, the
following symbols are used throughout this manual and on
the product. Understand the meanings of the symbols and
observe the instructions they indicate (the choice of sym-
bols used depends on the products).
Indicates that a high voltage(over 1000 V) is used here.
Touching thepart causes a possibly fatal electric shock.
If physical contact is required by yourwork, start work
only after you makesure that no voltageis output here.
Indicates an imminently hazardoussituation which, if
ignored, will result in death orseriousinjury.
Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation which, if
ignored, could result in death orseriousinjury.
Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation which, if
ignored, may result in damageto theproduct and other
property.
Showsthat theact indicated is prohibited.
Isplaced before thesign “DANGER,” “WARNING,” or
“CAUTION” to emphasizethese. When this symbol is
marked on theproduct, see therelevant sectionsin this
manual.
Indicates a protectiveconductorterminal.
Indicates a chassis (frame) terminal.
OR
WARNING
CAUTION
DANGER

II Arrangement of this manual RC04-PCR-LA
Arrang ement of this man ual
This Operation Manual is made up of the follo wing sections.
Chapter 1 General
Outlines and describes the features of the RC04-PCR-LA Remote
Controller .
Chapter 2 Precautions and Preparation f or Use
Pro vides the precautions and preparation information that must be
understood for use of the Remote Controller .
Chapter 3 Operation Chec k
Describes the operation check that must be conducted prior to opera -
tion of the Remote Controller .
Chapter 4 Operation Method
Describes the operations of the Remote Controller and the e xtended
functions of the PCR-LA A C po wer supply .
Chapter 5 P arts Names and Functions
Denotes the names of the switches, indications, and other parts of the
RC04-PCR-LA, and describes their functions.
Chapter 6 Maintenance
Describes the maintenance procedures for the RC04-PCR-LA.
Chapter 7 Specifications
Contains a list of the specifi cations.
Appendix
Contains the Hierarch y of Remote Controller K e y Operating Menus,
the Po wer Line Abnormality Simulation Operation Setting Sheet, and
the Sequence Operation Setting Sheet.

RC04-PCR-LA Contents III
Contents
Safety Symbols - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I
Arrangement of this manual - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - II
Chapter 1 General 1-1
1.1 Outline - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-1
1.2 Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-1
1.3 Applicable Product Version - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-3
Chapter 2 Precautions and Preparation for Use 2-1
2.1 Check at Unpacking - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-1
2.2 Handling Precautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-2
2.3 Combination with Other Options - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-2
2.4 Connecting the Remote Controller Cable - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-3
2.5 Installation of the Split Cores - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-3
2.6 Installation of the Connector Cover - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-4
2.7 Moving Precautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-5
2.8 How to Use the Magnet Sheet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-5
2.9 Quick Reference Card- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-6
Chapter 3 Operation Check 3-1
3.1 Checking the Initial Setup Status - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3-1
3.2 Operation Check - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3-3
Chapter 4 Operation Method 4-1
4.1 Basic Operation of the Remote Controller - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-1
4.2 Functions in Common with the PCR-LA AC Power Supply - - 4-2
4.2.1 Functions Whose Key Operation is the Same as That of the
PCR-LA AC Power Supply- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-2
4.2.2 Functions Whose Key Operation Differs from That of the
PCR-LA AC Power Supply- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-3
4.3 Functions Extended by Using the Remote Controller - - - - - - - 4-4
4.3.1 AC + DC Mode- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-4
4.3.2 Memory Function - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-6
4.3.3 Power, Power Factor, and Apparent Power Measurement
Mode- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-10
4.3.4 Peak Holding Current Measurement Mode - - - - - - - - - 4-10
4.3.5 Power Line Abnormality Simulation - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-13

IV Contents RC04-PCR-LA
4.3.6 Sequence Operation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4-19
4.3.7 Harmonic Current Analysis Function - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4-34
4.3.8 Special Waveform Output - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4-36
4.3.9 Output Impedance Setting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4-40
4.3.10 Output ON/OFF Phase Setting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4-42
4.3.11 Regulation Adjustment- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4-44
4.3.12 Zero Calibration Function for Measured Current Values -4-46
Chapter 5 Parts Names and Functions 5-1
Chapter 6 Maintenance 6-1
6.1 Cleaning- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6-1
6.2 Before Requesting a Repair - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6-2
Chapter 7 Specifications 7-1
7.1 Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-1
7.2 Dimensions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-4
Appendix A-1
A.1 Hierarchy of Remote Controller Key Operating Menus - - - - - A-1
A.2 Power Line Abnormality Simulation Operation Setting Sheet A-20
A.3 Sequence Operation Setting Sheet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-21
Index - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I-1

RC04-PCR-LA General 1-1
Chapter 1 General
Outlines and describes the features of the RC04-PCR-LA Remote
Controller.
1.1 Outline
This device (RC04-PCR-LA) is a remote controller for the PCR-LA
Series AC power supplies.
Use of the RC04-PCR-LA with a PCR-LA AC power supply signifi-
cantly extends the power supply functions.
1.2 Features
Use of the Remote Controller allows the PCR-LA AC power supplies
to utilize the following enhanced functions in addition to the power
supplies’ standard functions.
Power line abnormality simulation
This function enables simulation of interruption, fast voltage dip (dip)
or fast voltage swell (pop).
The function is used to test switching power supplies or electronics
devices.
Sequence operation
Sequence operation permits automatic operation by combining output
voltage and frequency or other parameters with duration time. This
function allows the settings of combinations of output voltage, fre-
quency, time, and other factors that have been stored in advance to be
retrieved and output in sequence. This action (sequence operation)
enables automatic operations.
This function can be used to test the power supply environment of a
variety of devices and equipment.
Harmonic current analysis function
This function allows analysis of the harmonic components of an out-
put current. (Because a simplified measurement method is employed,
it does not conform to IEC or other standards.)

1-2 General RC04-PCR-LA
Special waveform output
This function allows the “peak-clipped waveform,” in which the peak
of a sine wave is suppressed, to be output as standard. This function
can be used not only for a variety of electronics devices but also for
chemical experiments and production equipment.
Output impedance setting
The PCR-LA AC power supplies have almost 0 ohm output imped-
ance (output resistance); an actual commercial power line has several
milliohm to several ohm impedance (resistance). When the Remote
Controller is connected to a PCR-LA AC power supply, the PCR-LA
power supply can vary the output impedance. This allows simulation
of an environment similar to that of an actual commercial power line.
Measurements of power factor, VA, and peak holding current
The PCR-LA AC power supplies have a variety of measurement func-
tions. Connecting the Remote Controller to a PCR-LA power supply
allows additional measurements of the power factor, VA, and peak
holding current to be performed.
The peak holding current measurement function is useful for measur-
ing an inrush current.
Output ON/OFF phase setting
This function allows output ON/OFF phase setting to be performed
separately.
It can be used if it is necessary to set an output ON/OFF phase during
simulation of an inrush current.
AC + DC mode
This function allows the PCR-LA AC power supply to output voltage
waveforms in which AC voltage is superimposed on DC voltage.
The function can be used in chemical experiments and for production
equipment.
Expansion of the Memory Function
The PCR-LA AC power supplies have a function for storing nine sets
of voltage and frequency settings in the memory (memory addresses
1 to 9), and reading the data for output as necessary.
Connecting the device to the PCR-LA power supply allows a maxi-
mum of 99 sets of voltage and frequency to be stored in the memory.

RC04-PCR-LA General 1-3
Regulation adjustment
With regulation adjustment, the output voltage is adjusted automati-
cally to compensate for a voltage drop caused by the output current.
This function is used for the same purpose as the sensing function.
The sensing function measures the sensing-point voltage in order to
maintain a constant sensing-point voltage; with regulation adjust-
ment, the voltage drop caused by the output current is calculated, and
the output voltage is raised by an amount equivalent to the drop.
The function ensures stabilized voltage at the load end without using
sensing cables even if there is a substantial distance between the load
and the PCR-LA AC power supply.
•When regulation adjustment is performed, the PCR-LA AC
power supply’s voltage stability accuracy, distortion factor,
and response speed decrease below the normal capability.
Therefore, this function may not be suitable for some applica-
tions. Check the load conditions and other factors before use.
1.3 Applicable Product Version
This Remote Controller requires the PCR-LA Series AC power sup-
plies equipped with ROM of version 3.08 or later.
This Operation Manual applies to the RC04-PCR-LA Remote Con-
trollers equipped with ROM of version 1.0X.
When making an inquiry about the product, please provide us with
the following information:
- Model name
- ROM version
- Serial number
For the procedure for checking the ROM version of the Remote Con-
troller, see “3.2 Operation Check”. For the procedure for checking the
ROM version of the PCR-LA Series AC power supply, see the PCR-
LA Series AC Power Supply Operation Manual.
NOTE

1-4 General RC04-PCR-LA

RC04-PCR-LA Precautions and Preparation for Use 2-1
Chapter 2 Precautions and Preparation for Use
Provides the precautions and preparation information that must be
understood for use of the Remote Controller.
2.1 Check at Unpacking
The RC04-PCR-LA Remote Controller was carefully tested and
inspected, both mechanically and electrically, before shipment to
ensure its normal operation. Check the Remote Controller upon
receipt for damage that might have occurred during transportation.
Also, check that all items listed below have been provided.
If the device appears to be damaged or if any accessory missing,
notify Kikusui distributor/agent.
Fig.2-1 Items Contained in Package
Remote controller (1)
Operation Manual (1 copy)
[Z1-002-902]
Magnet sheet (1 sheet)
[R7-000-001]
Split cores (with stopper bands) (2 pcs.)
[67-90-0080] [P4-000-551]
Connector cover (1)
[Q1-300-006]
Remote controller cable (1 pc.)
[85-50-0140]
[67-90-0080]
[P4-000-551]

2-2 Precautions and Preparation for Use RC04-PCR-LA
2.2 Handling Precautions
■Never drop the remote controller or subject it to other
impact.
■Do not place the remote controller where it could be
exposed to water or other liquid.
■Do not use or store the remote controller in direct sunlight.
■Do not use of store the remote controller in an area sus-
ceptible to rapid temperature changes.
■When the remote controller is used with the provided mag-
net sheet, which attaches to the back of the remote con-
troller, never place the remote controller near magnetic-
susceptible items, such as floppy disks and credit cards.
2.3 Combination with Other Options
The PCR-LA Series has various other options in addition to the
Remote Controller. Note that the following options cannot be used in
conjunction with the Remote Controller.
Table 2-1 Option That Cannot be Installed or Used
Together with the RC04-PCR-LA
Table 2-2 Option That Can be Installed Together with
the RC04-PCR-LA, but Cannot be Used
Simultaneously
Option name Model name
Remote Controller RC03-PCR-LA
Option name Model name
GPIB Interface IB03-PCR-LA

RC04-PCR-LA Precautions and Preparation for Use 2-3
2.4 Connecting the Remote Controller Cable
•Before connecting the controller cable, always turn
OFF the PCR-LA AC power supply POWER switch.
When removing the cable, first turn the POWER
switch of the PCR-LA power supply OFF.
•When turning ON the PCR-LA AC power supply POWER
switch, the PCR-LA AC power supply identifies the Remote
Controller that is connected. Therefore, before turning ON the
PCR-LA AC power supply POWER switch, connect the
Remote Controller to the PCR-LA AC power supply.
1. Connect the controller cable connector with a protection
cover to one of the two connectors (see Fig. 2-2) in the
remote controller.Exercise care that the orientation of the
connector is correct.
2. Insert the protection cover, cover the connector and turn the
cover clockwise to fix it securely.
3. Connect the other connector of the remote cable to the TO
REMOTE CONTROLLER connector on the front of the
PCR-LA power supply.In this case, align the cable connec-
tor such that it is oriented with that of the connector on the
front panel.
Fig.2-2 Connecting the Remote Controller Cable
2.5 Installation of the Split Cores
1. Unlock the core and open it.
2. Close the core so that the cable is not caught in it.
3. As shown in Fig. 2-3, tie up the cable with the accompany-
ing stopper band. Keep the distance between the plug and
the core below 100 mm.
CAUTION
NOTE

2-4 Precautions and Preparation for Use RC04-PCR-LA
Fig.2-3 Location of Split Core Installation
2.6 Installation of the Connector Cover
Install the connector cover of the 8P mini plug connector which is not
used.
Installation
1. As shown in Fig. 2-4, insert the accompanying connector
cover from the lower part of the connector.
2. Insert the cover till it is locked.
Fig.2-4 Connector Cover Installation
Removal
1. As shown in Fig. 2-5, unlock the connector cover with twee-
zers.
2. Slowly pulled down the connector cover.
Fig.2-5 Connector Cover Removal
Within 100 mm
Within 100 mm

RC04-PCR-LA Precautions and Preparation for Use 2-5
2.7 Moving Precautions
■Before moving the PCR-LA AC power supply, always dis-
connect the controller cable.
Moving a PCR-LA AC power supply with this device connected may
place unreasonable stress on the remote controller cable or cause the
remote controller to fall.
■When the magnet sheet is used, do not move a PCR-LA AC
power supply with the remote controller attached to the
side of the equipment.
Vibration during movement may cause the remote controller to fall.
■When moving the equipment, follow the instructions given
in the PCR-LA AC Power Supply Operation Manual.
2.8 How to Use the Magnet Sheet
The Remote Controller has a magnet sheet that can be attached to the
back of the remote controller. This allows the remote controller to be
placed on the side panel of the PCR-LA AC power supply or other
steel surface.
Fig.2-6 Attaching the Magnet Sheet
•When the provided magnet sheet is on the back of
the remote controller, never place the remote control-
ler near magnetic-susceptible items, such as floppy
disks and credit cards.
CAUTION

2-6 Precautions and Preparation for Use RC04-PCR-LA
2.9 Quick Reference Card
The remote controller has a quick reference card that briefly describes
keys and simulation waveforms. This card is useful when using the
memory, sequence, or special waveform output functions.
Fig.2-7 Quick Reference Card

RC04-PCR-LA Operation Check 3-1
Chapter 3 Operation Check
Describes the operation check that must be conducted prior to opera-
tion of the Remote Controller.
After connecting the Remote Controller by the steps described in Chap-
ter 2, check the Initial Setup Status and make an operation check.
Always make an operation check as described in this chapter, if you
have installed a new Remote Controller or changed its location, if the
operator changes, or if the Remote Controller has not been used for a
long time.
Before operating this device, read through the PCR-LA AC Power
Supply Operation Manual and gain an understanding of the basic
operations of the AC power supply.
3.1 Checking the Initial Setup Status
The condition in which a PCR-LA AC power supply and this device
are simultaneously purchased and power is fed for the first time (fac-
tory shipment status) is called Initial Setup Status. The following fig-
ure shows the remote controller LCD display under this condition.
The main setting in the Initial Setup Status are as follows:
• OUTPUT OFF
• RANGE 100 V
• AC/DC AC
• Frequency 50.00 Hz
• Voltage 0.0 V
• Voltage display mode RMS
• Current display mode RMS
If the Remote Controller is not in the Initial Setup Status, use the reset
function to activate the Initial Setup Status. Reset can be performed
either on the PCR-LA AC power supply or via the Remote Controller.
To perform a reset on the PCR-LA AC power supply, see instructions
5 0 . 0 0 H z 0 . 0 0 A 0 . 2 V
F R Q I r m s V r m s

3-2 Operation Check RC04-PCR-LA
in the PCR-LA AC Power Supply Operation Manual.
Note that performing a reset cancels all settings made thus far and
activates the Initial Setup Status.
Resetting Procedure Using the Remote Controller
1. Call the Home Position.
See the Home Position description given below.
2. Press the RESET (SHIFT, 6) key.
3. Verify that the ENTER LED blinks, activating ENTER wait
status.
4. Press the (SHIFT, ENTER) keys. This executes a reset.
• Home Position
The status in effect immediately after the POWER switch is
turned ON is called the Home Position (regardless of OUT-
PUT ON/OFF). To return to the Home Position from another
mode, press the ESC key.
•ENTER Wait
This is the condition in which the ENTER key has not yet
been pressed to initiate the operations performed thus far. In
this condition, the ENTER LED on the Remote Controller
blinks.
To cancel a operation before pressing the ENTER key, press
the ESC key.
ENTER Wait for this device has the same meaning as the
ENT Wait of the PCR-LA AC power supplies.
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Contrast Adjustment
To adjust the contrast of the Remote Controller LCD unit, use a small
screwdriver to turn the part shown in the figure. Adjust LCD contrast
to match lighting conditions at the operating location to obtain an
easy-to-see display.
Fig.3-1 Contrast Adjustment
DESCRIPTION
CONTRAST

RC04-PCR-LA Operation Check 3-3
3.2 Operation Check
•Remote Controller operation must be checked after
the operation check of the PCR-LA AC power supply
has been completed.
Operation Check Procedure
The following describes how to make an operation check from the
Initial Setup Status.
1. Turn the PCR-LA AC power supply POWER switch ON.
The remote controller LCD displays the following Initial Setup
Status for a few seconds.
The upper part of the LCD displays the model and the ROM version
of the PCR-LA AC power supply connected, while the lower part
displays the model and ROM version of the Remote controller.
Regarding the appearance of any display other than the display
above, see the Note on the next page.
After a few seconds, the Home Position appears.
2. Press the F5 (Vrms) key to enter the voltage setting mode.
This changes the F5 Vrms indication to Vset.
3. Turn JOG or SHUTTLE to check that the voltage changes
on the display.
This completes the operation check.
This operation check does not check all functions. However, if the
operation check has been complete, the main functions operate cor-
rectly.
P C R 1 0 0 0 L A V e r 3 . 0 0
R C 0 4 - P C R - L A V e r 1 . 0 0
5 0 . 0 0 H z 0 . 0 0 A 0 . 0 V
F R Q I r m s V s e t
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
CAUTION

3-4 Operation Check RC04-PCR-LA
•When using the PCR-LA AC power supply with options
shown as follows, the Initial Setup Status display is different
by the option(s).
• Using the Single-phase Three-wire Driver (2P03-PCR-LA)
• Using the Three-phase Driver (3P03-PCR-LA)
• Using the Parallel-operation Driver (PD03M-PCR-LA and PD03S-
PCR-LA) and Single-phase Three-wire Driver (2P03-PCR-LA),
or the Single-phase/Single-phase Three-wire Output Terminal Kit
(OT01-PCR4000LA/2, OT01-PCR8000LA/2, or T01-PCR12000LA/2)
•Using the Parallel-operation Driver (PD03M-PCR-LA and
PD03S-PCR-LA) and Three-phase Driver (3P03-PCR-LA),
or the Single-phase/Three-phase Output Terminal Kit (OT01-
PCR6000LA/3, OT01-PCR12000LA/3, or OT01-PCR18000LA/3)
•If the following display or other messages appear, wait for
about ten seconds, then the display should change to the Ini-
tial Setup Status. In this condition, the PCR-LA AC power
supply back-up data has been lost for some reasons. Re-check
the steps described in sections 2.4 and 2.5. If this still does
not remedy the condition, notify Kikusui distributor/agent.
P C R - L A 2 P
R C 0 4 - P C R - L A V e r 1 . 0 0
P C R - L A 3 P
R C 0 4 - P C R - L A V e r 1 . 0 0
P C R - L A P D 2 P
R C 0 4 - P C R - L A V e r 1 . 0 0
P C R - L A P D 3 P
R C 0 4 - P C R - L A V e r 1 . 0 0
P A N E L B A C K U P L O S T
I N I T I A L S E T ! ! !
NOTE