Tektronix PWS4205 User manual

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PWS4205, PWS4305, PWS4323, PWS4602, and PWS4721
Linear DC Power Supplies
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User Manual
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Linear DC Power Supplies
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User Manual
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Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supersedes that in all
previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.
Contacting Tektronix
Tektronix, Inc.
14150 SW Karl Braun Drive
P.O. Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
USA
For product information, sales, service, and technical support:
In North America, call 1-800-833-9200.
Worldwide, visit www.tektronix.com to find contacts in your area.

Warranty
Tektronix warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date
of original purchase from an authorized Tektronix distributor. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its
option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the
defective product. Batteries are excluded from this warranty. Parts, modules and replacement products used by Tektronix for warranty
work may be new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced parts, modules and products become the property of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty
period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping
the defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, shipping charges prepaid, and with a copy of customer proof of
purchase. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which
the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other
charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and
care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel
other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or
connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or
d) to service a product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX
AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary ............................................................................................................. iii
Compliance Information............................................................................................................... v
EMC Compliance................................................................................................................. v
Safety Compliance.............................................................................................................. vii
Environmental Considerations................................................................................................... ix
Preface................................................................................................................................. x
Key Features .....................................................................................................................x
Getting Started......................................................................................................................... 1
Standard Accessories............................................................................................................ 1
Options and Optional Accessories . .. .... ..... .. .. ......... .. ......... .. .. ..... .... .. ....... .. .... ..... .. .. ......... .. ......... . 1
Specifications..................................................................................................................... 2
Operating Requirements......................................................................................................... 3
Installing the System.............................................................................................................4
Cleaning .......................................................................................................................... 6
Operating Basics ...................................................................................................................... 7
Front Panel at a Glance.......................................................................................................... 7
Rear Panel at a Glance......................................................................................................... 11
Front-panel Operation........................................................................................................... 12
Index
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General Safety Summary
General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use.
Use proper voltage setting. Before applying power, ensure that the line selector is in the proper position for the
source being used.
Ground the product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric
shock, the grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consult the
product manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.
Power disconnect. The power switch disconnects the product from the power source. See instructions for the location.
Do not block the power switch; it must remain accessible to the user at all times.
Do not operate without covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by
qualified service personnel.
Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
Use proper fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for details on installing the product so it has
proper ventilation.
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General Safety Summary
Terms in This Manual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.
Symbols and Terms on the Product
These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
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Compliance Information
Compliance Information
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance), safety, and environmental standards with which the instrument
complies.
EMC Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following
specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
EN 61326-1 2006. EMC requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use. 123
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and conducted emissions, Group 1, Class A
IEC 61000-4-2:2001. Electrostatic discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic field immunity
IEC 61000-4-4:2004. Electrical fast transient / burst immunity
IEC 61000-4-5:2001. Power line surge immunity
IEC 61000-4-6:2003. Conducted RF immunity
IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity 4
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker
European contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
1This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas may cause electromagnetic interference.
2Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object.
3For compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface cables should be used.
4Output voltage, current limit, and output state upon restoration of AC input power after a power interruption are determined by user
preference settings. Under the factory default settings, output voltage and current limit values will be restored to the previous
settings, but output state will be set to off. Change the user preferences if restoration of previous output state upon restoration of
AC input power is desired.
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Compliance Information
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per the following standard, in accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN 61326-1:2006.
Australia / New Zealand contact.
Baker & McKenzie
Level 27, AMP Centre
50 Bridge Street
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Compliance Information
Safety Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – Low Voltage
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EN 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use.
U.S. Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Listing
UL 61010-1:2004, 2nd Edition. Standard for electrical measuring and test equipment.
Canadian Certification
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use. Part 1.
Additional Compliances
IEC 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.
Equipment Type
Test and measuring equipment.
Safety Class
Class 1 – grounded product.
Pollution Degree Description
Ame
asure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment around and within a product. Typically the internal
environment inside a product is considered to be the same as the external. Products should be used only in the environment
for which they are rated.
Pollution Degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Products in this category are generally
encapsulated, hermetically sealed, or located in clean rooms.
Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is
caused by condensation must be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment. Temporary condensation
occurs only when the product is out of service.
Pollution Degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive pollution that becomes conductive due to condensation.
These are sheltered locations where neither temperature nor humidity is controlled. The area is protected from direct
sunshine, rain, or direct wind.
Pollution Degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity through conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical
outdoor locations.
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Pollution Degree
Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor use only.
Installation (Overvoltage) Category Descriptions
Terminals on this product may have different installation (overvoltage) category designations. The installation categories are:
Measurement Category IV. For measurements performed at the source of low-voltage installation.
Measurement Category III. For measurements performed in the building installation.
Measurement Category II. For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.
Measurement Category I. For measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to MAINS.
Overvoltage Category
Overvoltage Category II (as defined in IEC 61010-1)
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Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.
Product End-of-Life Handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:
Equipment recycling. Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources. The equipment
may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s
end of life. To avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, we
encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused
or recycled appropriately.
This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable European Union requirements according
to Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and
batteries. For information about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web
site (www.tektronix.com).
Restriction of Hazardous Substances
This product is classified as Monitoring and Control equipment, and is outside the scope of the 2002/95/EC RoHS Directive.
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Preface
Preface
Key Features
The PWS4000 Series offer:
Single-output, DC power
3-year warranty
Linear regulation
0.03% Basic voltage accuracy
0.05% Basic current accuracy
Less than 5 mVpp ripple and noise
40 user-defined setup memories
USB Device port on rear panel for PC connectivity and remote programming
National Instruments LabVIEW SignalExpress™ TE Limited Edition Software for connecting your bench instruments
together
Model Description
PWS4205 Programmable DC power supply. 20 V, 5 A, 1 channel, USB
PWS4305 Programmable DC power supply. 30 V, 5 A, 1 channel, USB
PWS4323 Programmable DC power supply. 32 V, 3 A, 1 channel, USB
PWS4602 Programmable DC power supply. 60 V, 2.5 A, 1 channel, USB
PWS4721 Programmable DC power supply. 72 V, 1.2 A, 1 channel, USB
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Getting Started
Standard Accessories
Accessory
Tektronix part
number
PWS4205, PWS4305, PWS4323, PWS4602, and PWS4721 Power Supply User Manual (available
in 10 languages) Contains safety and installation information.
071-2761-XX to
071-2770-XX
Power Cord: based upon the international power option (See page 1,
Options and
Optional
Accessories.)
Certificate of calibration
PWS4000 Linear Power Supplies Documentation Browser CD 063-4282-XX
National Instruments LabVIEW SignalExpress, Tektronix Limited Edition Communications Software
CD, Version 2.5.1
063-4253-00
Options and Optional Accessories
For the current list of accessories, upgrades, and options available for your PWS4000 Series Power Supply, visit the
Tektronix Web site, www.tektronix.com.
Table 1: Standard accessories
Accessory
Tektronix part
number
PWS4205, PWS4305, PWS4323, PWS4602, and PWS4721 Power Supply Technical Reference,
in English. Contains detailed information about the instrument, including specifications and how to
verify performance. Available for download from www.tektronix.com/manuals.
077-0480-XX
PWS4205, PWS4305, PWS4323, PWS4602, and PWS4721 Programmer Manual, in English.
Contains detailed information about remote control of the instrument. Available for download
from www.tektronix.com/manuals.
077-0481-XX
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Table 1: Standard accessories (cont.)
Accessory
Tektronix part
number
One of the following:
North America (Option A0). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch
to 110 V.
Universal Euro (Option A1). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch
to 220 V.
United Kingdom (Option A2). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch
to 220 V.
Australia (Option A3). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch to 220 V.
Switzerland (Option A5). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch to
220 V.
China (Option A10). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch to 220 V.
India (Option A11). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch to 220 V.
Power Cord
Brazil (Option A12). The factory sets the 110V/220V selector switch to 220 V.
Tektronix GPIB to USB Adapter. Enables GPIB control of Tektronix instruments through the
USB port of Tektronix instruments
TEK-USB-488
Specifications
For more specifications, refer to the PWS4205, PWS4305, PWS4323, PWS4602, and PWS4721 Technical Reference.
Table 2: Electrical ratings for the power connection
Model
Line Selector
Switch Setting Frequency Fuse Rating Max Power
PWS4205 110 V / 220 V 50 / 60 Hz For 110 V: 5 A TH, 250 V
For 220 V: 2.5 A TH, 250 V
350 VA
PWS4305 110 V / 220 V 50 / 60 Hz For 110 V: 5 A TH, 250 V
For 220 V: 2.5 A TH, 250 V
500 VA
PWS4323 110 V / 220 V 50 / 60 Hz For 110 V: 5 A TH, 250 V
For 220 V: 2.5 A TH, 250 V
350 VA
PWS4602 110 V / 220 V 50 / 60 Hz For 110 V: 5 A TH, 250 V
For 220 V: 2.5 A TH, 250 V
500 VA
PWS4721 110 V / 220 V 50 / 60 Hz For 110 V: 5 A TH, 250 V
For 220 V: 2.5 A TH, 250 V
350 VA
Table 3: Environmental performance
Parameter PWS4205 PWS4305 PWS4323 PWS4602 PWS4721
Temperature Operating: +0 °C to +40 °C
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Table 3: Environmental performance (cont.)
Parameter PWS4205 PWS4305 PWS4323 PWS4602 PWS4721
Humidity Operating:
5% to 95% relative humidity (% RH) at up to 40 °C, non-condensing
Altitude Operating: 100% capability up to 2,000 meters.
Pollution Degree 2, For indoor use only
Nominal Voltage Ratings
There are two ranges for all models, selectable by the line-voltage selector switch. Check the voltage select switch on the
bottom of the power supply before turning it on: 110 V setting, 110 / 115 / 120 VAC; 220 V setting, 220 / 230 / 240 VAC.
Fluctuations must not exceed 10% of the nominal rated voltage.
Float Voltage Rating
Float voltage rating: up to 100 V (DC + peak AC) between earth ground and any output terminal.
Operating Requirements
1. Place the instrument on a bench or similar surface.
2. Before operating, ensure that the ambient temperature is between +0 °C and +40 °C (+32 °F to +104 °F).
WARNING. To ensure proper cooling, keep the front, sides, and rear of the instrument clear of obstructions.
WARNING. Observe all safety precautions listed in this manual before using this product and any associated instruments.
Although some instruments and accessories would be used with non-hazardous voltages, there are situations where
hazardous conditions may be present. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards
and are familiar with the safety precautions required to avoid possible injury. Read and follow all installation, operation, and
maintenance information carefully before using the product. Refer to this manual for complete product specifications. Before
performing any maintenance, disconnect the line cord and all test cables. Operators of this instrument must be protected
from electric shock at all times. The responsible body must ensure that operators are prevented access and/or insulated from
every connection point. In some cases, connections must be exposed to potential human contact. Product operators in these
circumstances must be trained to protect themselves from the risk of electric shock. If the circuit is capable of operating at or
above 1000 volts, no conductive part of the circuit may be exposed.
WARNING. Use properly rated load wires. All load wires must be heavy enough not to overheat when carrying the maximum
short-circuit output current of the power supply. If there is more than one load, then any pair of load wires must be capable
of safely carrying the full-rated short-circuit output current of the power supply.
WARNING. Do not loosen any screw on this product, except those in the rear connector, which are intended to retain
attached external wires to the connector. There are no user serviceable components inside.
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WARNING. To reduce risk of fire and shock, ensure the mains supply voltage fluctuations do not exceed 10% of the
operating voltage range.
Installing the System
This section contains information on how to install your PWS4000 power supply.
Unpack the instrument and check that you received all the items listed as standard accessories.
Check that you also received any other accessories that you ordered with your instrument.
Check the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com) for the most current information.
To verify that the power supply is ready to use, follow these procedures:
Powering the Instrument On and Off
To power on the instrument follow these steps:
1. Make all the connections.
2. Properly set the 110 V / 220 V selector switch on the bottom of the instrument.
3. Connect the power cord that was provided with the instrument to the power connector on the rear panel. Connect the
power cord plug to a properly grounded electrical outlet.
4. Push the power button on the front panel.
To power off the instrument, push the front-panel power button.
WARNING. To satisfy safety requirements, always use load wires heavy enough not to overheat when carrying the maximum
short-circuit output current of the power supply. If there is more than one load, then every pair of load wires must be capable
of safely carrying the full-rated current of the power supply.
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