PeakTech 6181, Operation Manual

Page 1: ...Operation manual Programmable linear laboratory power supply PeakTech 6181 ...

Page 2: ... 3 1 Set overvoltage protection value 4 3 2 Set overcurrent protection value 10 4 4 Programmable output 11 4 4 1 Data view 4 4 2 Output settings 4 4 3 Data Process 12 4 4 4 Enable disable programmable output 13 4 5 Save settings and Auto record 4 5 1 Save settings 4 5 2 Auto Record 14 4 5 3 View Record 4 6 Output mode 15 4 7 Utility System Settings 18 4 7 1 Select language 4 7 2 Brightness 4 7 3 S...

Page 3: ... near strong magnetic fields motors transformers etc Never operate the device if it is not completely closed Use only 4mm safety test cable sets to ensure proper functioning of the device Only carry out measurement work in dry clothing and preferably in rubber shoes or on an insulating mat It is essential to observe the warnings on the device Device must not be operated unattended Do not expose th...

Page 4: ...igh resolution and accuracy 3 9 TFT 480x320 pixels Interfaces USB 2 0 Device Host RS232 and LAN Safety symbols The following symbols may appear in this manual Warning Indicates that certain conditions or activities may result in life threatening injuries Caution Indicates that certain conditions or activities may cause damage to the device or other objects can lead Notes on the device The followin...

Page 5: ...s Overview of the front and back User interface overview Initial test of the power supply unit Checking the power supply functions Checking compliance with the initial values Description of the four working modes Description of the system menu 3 ...

Page 6: ...f channel 2 Blue ON OFF key activate deactivate output of channel 2 Channel 2 connection sockets Connection sockets of channel 2 with polarity indication on blue field Mode button Switches between working modes CH1 CH2 CH3 as well as dual channel mode CH1 CH2 Channel 1 connection sockets Connection sockets of channel 1 with polarity indication on yellow field Channel 3 connection sockets Connectio...

Page 7: ... mode Curr CC key Button lights up when the channel is in constant current mode 3 1 2 back side Image back side LAN network port For connection to a local network USB Device Port USB slave port for connecting to a PC COM Port Serial interface Power input socket Power input socket Fuse Fuse tripping characteristic depends on the selected mains voltage Fan Air inlet 5 ...

Page 8: ...hannel mode CH1 CH2 Press the Mode button to switch between modes Three channel mode Image User interface in three channel mode Two channel mode Image User interface in two channel mode Mode icons Symbol Description Three channel mode for CH1 CH2 and CH3 is displayed Two channel mode CH1 CH2 is displayed Parallel output mode enabled Serial output mode enabled 6 ...

Page 9: ...ance problem please contact your dealer or directly to PeakTech Please keep the original packaging Ideally Should the device always be sent in the original packaging to avoid transprot damage 3 3 Switch on control 1 Connect the device to the power supply using the supplied power cable Attention To avoid electric shock the device should only be connected to a grounded outlet be connected 2 Press th...

Page 10: ...ue is displayed as close to zero due to the short circuit 5 Check that the output current can be set from zero to the maximum rated power 6 Turn off the channel output and remove the short circuit from the output terminals 4 operating elements on the front panel 4 1 Activating deactivating the outputs Press the orange ON OFF button to enable disable output of CH1 Press the blue ON OFF button to en...

Page 11: ...first digit of the CH3 current display flashes Carry out the settings as also described for channel CH1 Notice If the value you have set is outside the specifications an ERROR appears message and you have to select another value 4 3 Overvoltage and overcurrent protection If the overvoltage O V P or overcurrent O C P protection is activated the power supply automatically switches off the output as ...

Page 12: ...etting the overcurrent protection Set O C P for channel 1 Press the orange Curr CC key and the first digit of the CH1 current display flashes Now press the key and the first digit of the CH1 OCP setting flashes Two input options are available Change Turn the knob to change the value of the highlighted digit The keys move the cursor by one digit Input Use the number keys to enter the desired value ...

Page 13: ... created on the connected USB memory where the program will be saved as a CSV file for editing 4 Use the key and select the Clear Data submenu Press the key to clear the data 4 4 2 Output settings Press the Program key and turn the knob to switch to the Output Set menu 1 The Cycle Mode submenu is active Press to switch between Order 1x and Loop 2 Use the key to switch to the Start Point submenu Us...

Page 14: ...se the number keys to enter the desired value and press the key to confirm 3 Use the Backspace key to switch back a menu Graph process is used to configure the graphical display in the data process interface 1 Press the key to enter the Graph Process submenu Now press the key to activate the editing menu 2 In this menu the setting and display options are shown as yellow boxes Select the desired ch...

Page 15: ...ginning 4 5 Save settings and Auto Record 4 5 1 Saving settings You can save recall and delete current setting parameters The memory can be set as internal or external USB flash device Up to 100 groups of settings can be stored Press the Record key The Save Settings menu is displayed 1 The Memory submenu is active Press to switch between Internal and External 2 Use the key to switch to the Save su...

Page 16: ...y Note If external is selected as the storage location a folder P6181 Record_Auto is created on the connected USB memory in which the measured values are saved as a CSV file 4 5 2 View Record Press the Record button and select View Record via the rotary knob 1 Use the key to select into the Memory submenu Press to switch between Internal and External 2 If Internal is selected in the Memory submenu...

Page 17: ...e four output modes Independent Output Independent Mode The values for each channel can be set independently Parallel Track Parallel Mode When CH1 and CH2 are connected in parallel you can select this mode to simplify parameter input You only need to set the parameters of the combined channel The nominal voltage is the same as for the single channel the current value is the sum of the current valu...

Page 18: ...CH2 are serially connected you can select this mode to simplify parameter input You only need to set the parameters of the combined channel The rated current is the same as for the single channel the current voltage value is the sum of the output voltages of CH1 and CH2 Press the orange ON OFF to turn the combined channel on off 16 ...

Page 19: ...ependent output mode set CH1 voltage to 2V current to 1A set CH2 voltage to 4V current to 2A When CH1 voltage is set to 6V CH2 voltage will be set to 12V proportionally after entering Channel Track channel tracking mode If CH1 current is set to 2A CH2 current will be set proportionally to 4A Note If the setting value is outside the nominal range it is set to the maximum To set the output mode 1 Pr...

Page 20: ...ent of system messages e g warning messages due to OVP OCP 4 7 4 Clock Set system time Press the Utility key Use the rotary knob to switch to the Utility menu Now press the key to switch to the Clock submenu Use the numeric keypad to fill in the corresponding numeric values and confirm with the key Use the keys to advance to the next value 4 8 System Info 4 8 1 Display system information Press the...

Page 21: ...l you are in the Info menu Use the key to switch to the Update submenu Now press the to load a firmware update from the connected USB stick if available 4 9 Port settings 4 9 1 Serial interface Press the Utility key and turn the knob until you are in the Port Set menu The Serial menu is active 1 Press the key to set the value of baud rate Press the keys to set the desired baud rate between 1200 24...

Page 22: ... Press the Utility key and turn the knob until you are in the Port Set menu The Serial menu is active Use the key to activate the LCD Test submenu 1 Press the key to start the test mode 2 Press the key to change the color between red green and blue Check if the display has strong deviations errors or spots 3 Press the key to exit the test mode 4 9 4 keys test The device has a test function of the ...

Page 23: ...ltage has been set to 0V If so change the voltage value Check whether the current has been set to 0A If so change the current value If the timer mode has been selected check whether one of the sequence steps is set to 0A or 0V Change this value if necessary If the problem still exists contact PeakTech Service 3 The USB storage device is not recognized correctly Check the storage medium for functio...

Page 24: ...Vrms 2 mVpp CC 3mArms 1mArms Setting resolution Voltage 1mV 1mV Power 1mA 1mA Input accuracy 25 C 5 C within 12 months Voltage 0 03 10mV 0 03 10mV Power 0 1 8mA 0 1 5mA Readback Resolution Voltage 1mV 1mV Power 1mA 1mA Readback Accuracy 25 C 5 C Voltage 0 03 10mV 0 03 10mV Power 0 1 8mA 0 1 5mA Display Technology 4 inch color LCD Liquid Crystal Display Resolution 480 horizontal 320 vertical pixels...

Page 25: ...ning Check the condition of the device regularly according to existing environments Clean the device as follows 1 Use dry cloth towels to wipe dust from the device Do not rub the outer protective layer of the LCD display 2 Be sure to disconnect the power supply before cleaning Use damp cloths with a mild detergent Do not use any corrosive scouring agents to avoid permanent damage such as corrosion...

Page 26: ...f printing We reserve the right to make technical changes to the device in the interests of progress We hereby confirm that all devices meet the specifications stated in our documents and are supplied calibrated at the factory A repetition of the calibration after 1 year is recommended PeakTech 09 2021 Ehr PeakTech Prüf und Messtechnik GmbH Gerstenstieg 4 DE 22926 Ahrensburg Germany 49 0 4102 9739...