OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

DC POWER SUPPLY

SERIES 3300

120 Knowles Drive

Los Gatos, California 95032
(408) 871-1700 FAX (408) 871-1790
 Safety Notice

Before applying power to the system, verify that the unit is configured properly for the user's
particular application.
The 3300 series of power supplies is intended for rack mounted application only. Use of the
power supplies outside of a rack mount enclosure will expose the user to high voltage and/or
high current sources. Extreme caution must be used under these circumstances.
The analog control inputs (connectors J1 and J2) on the rear panel are referenced to the
negative output of the power supply. Grounding the positive output of the power supply or
biasing the output of the supply above chassis potential will cause these inputs (along with the
output of the supply) to have a potentially hazardous offset voltage. Exercise caution under
these conditions. Under no circumstances should the output of the supply be biased more
than 500 volts from chassis potential.
Installation and service must be performed only by properly trained and qualified
personnel who are aware of dealing with attendant hazards. This includes simple tasks
such as fuse verification.
Ensure that the AC power line ground is connected properly to the unit input connector
or chassis. Similarly, other power ground lines including those to application
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
the input/output power cables.
Warning: Lethal voltages may be present inside the power supply even when the AC
input voltage is disconnected. Only properly trained and qualified personnel
should remove covers and access the inside of the power supply.
During normal operation, the operator does not have access to hazardous voltages within the
chassis. However, depending on the user's application configuration, HIGH VOLTAGES
HAZARDOUS TO HUMAN SAFETY may be generated normally on the output terminals.
Ensure that the output power lines are labeled properly as to the safety hazards and that any
inadvertent contact with hazardous voltages is eliminated.
Due to filtering, the unit has high leakage current to the chassis. Therefore, it is essential to
operate this unit with a safety ground.
This unit is designed to be permanently connected to the power source and as such must have
a readily accessible disconnect device incorporated in the fixed wiring.
After the unit has been operating for some time, the metal near the rear of the unit may be hot
enough to cause injury. Let the unit cool before handling.
These operating instructions form an integral part of the equipment and must be available to
the operating personnel at all times. All the safety instructions and advice notes are to be
followed.
Neither Power Ten nor any of the subsidiary sales organizations can accept responsibility for
personal, material or consequential injury, loss or damage that results from improper use of the
equipment and accessories.

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 SERVICE SAFETY NOTICES

WARNING!
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES IN EXCESS OF 480 V
RMS, 700 V PEAK MAY BE PRESENT WHEN
COVERS ARE REMOVED. QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL MUST USE EXTREME CAUTION
WHEN SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT. CIRCUIT
BOARDS, TEST POINTS, AND OUTPUT
VOLTAGES MAY BE FLOATING ABOVE
CHASSIS GROUND.

WARNING!
TO GUARD AGAINST RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK DURING OPEN COVER CHECKS, DO
NO TOUCH ANY PORTION OF THE
ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS. EVEN WHEN THE
POWER IS OFF, CAPACITORS CAN RETAIN AN
ELECTRICAL CHARGE. USE SAFETY
GLASSES DURING OPEN COVER CHECKS TO
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY BY ANY SUDDEN
FAILURE OF A COMPONENT.

WARNING!
SOME CIRCUITS ARE LIVE EVEN WITH THE
FRONT PANEL SWITCH TURNED OFF.
SERVICE, FUSE VERIFICATION, AND
CONNECTION OF WIRING TO THE CHASSIS
MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED AT LEAST FIVE
MINUTES AFTER POWER HAS BEEN REMOVED
VIA EXTERNAL MEANS; ALL CIRCUITS AND/OR
TERMINALS TO BE TOUCHED MUST BE
SAFETY GROUNDED TO THE CHASSIS.

WARNING!
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL NEED TO
BE AWARE THAT SOME HEAT SINKS ARE NOT
AT GROUND, BUT AT HIGH POTENTIAL.

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 FCC NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.

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 About This Manual
This manual has been written expressly for the Power Ten 3300 Series of power supplies.

SAFETY SYMBOLS

CAUTION Protective Conductor Terminal

Risk of Electrical Shock

CAUTION Alternating Current (AC)

Refer to Accompanying Documents

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT_____________________________________ 1-1

1.1 PURPOSE AND CAPABILITIES _______________________________________________ 1-1
1.2 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS_____________________________________________ 1-1
Chapter 2 INSTALLATION ___________________________________________________ 2-1
2.1 INSPECTION _______________________________________________________________ 2-1
2.2 INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS_______________________________________________ 2-1
2.3 LOCATION AND MOUNTING ________________________________________________ 2-1
2.4 CHECKOUT AND PRELIMINARY ADJUSTMENTS ________Error! Bookmark not defined.
Chapter 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS _______________________________________ 3-4
3.1 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS _______________________________________________ 3-4
3.1.1 Local Operation _________________________________________________________________ 3-4
3.1.2 Remote Current Programming _____________________________________________________ 3-7
3.1.3 Remote Voltage Programming _____________________________________________________ 3-7
3.1.4 Remote Sensing _________________________________________________________________ 3-8
3.1.5 Remote Output On/Off Control _____________________________________________________ 3-8
3.1.6 Auto-Parallel Operation___________________________________________________________ 3-9
3.1.7 Auto-Series Operation ____________________________________________________________ 3-9
3.1.8 Auto-Tracking Operation _________________________________________________________ 3-9
3.1.9 Output overvoltage Protection _____________________________________________________ 3-10
Chapter 4 MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION ________________________________ 4-1
4-1. INTRODUCTION ___________________________________________________________ 4-1
4-2. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE _______________________________________________ 4-1
4-3. CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENTS__________________________________________ 4-3
4.1.1 Converter Assembly Calibration ____________________________________________________ 4-3
4.1.2 Display Assembly _______________________________________________________________ 4-6

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 LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1-1 3300 SERIES TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ...................................................1-2
TABLE 1-2 3300 SERIES TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ...................................................1-4
TABLE 2-1 3300 SERIES INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS .....................................................2-2
TABLE 3-1 3300 SERIES CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.......................................................3-5
TABLE 3-2 BARRIER STRIP (TB1) DESIGNATIONS AND FUNCTIONS..................................3-6
TABLE 4-1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...........................................................4-1
TABLE 4-2 INSPECTION AND CORRECTIVE ACTION............................................................4-2

LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 3-1 3300 SERIES CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.....................................................3-4
FIGURE 3-2 NORMAL CONNECTION PATTERN...................................................................3-11
FIGURE 3-3 REMOTE RESISTANCE PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT CURRENT..................3-11
FIGURE 3-4 REMOTE VOLTAGE PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT CURRENT .......................3-12
FIGURE 3-5 REMOTE RESISTANCE PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE ..................3-12
FIGURE 3-6 REMOTE VOLTAGE PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE........................3-13
FIGURE 3-7 REMOTE SENSING OPERATION ......................................................................3-13
FIGURE 3-8 REMOTE ON/OFF CONTROL BY CONTACT CLOSURE...................................3-14
FIGURE 3-9 REMOTE ON/OFF OPERATION USING AC/DC VOLTAGE SOURCE ...............3-14
FIGURE 3-10 AUTO-PARALLEL OPERATION .......................................................................3-15
FIGURE 3-11 AUTO-SERIES OPERATION ............................................................................3-16
FIGURE 3-12 AUTO-TRACKING OPERATION .......................................................................3-17

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 Chapter 1
DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT

1.1 PURPOSE AND CAPABILITIES

The Power Ten, Inc. 3300 Series power supplies are general purpose power supplies
designed specifically for laboratory test and systems applications requiring variable DC
sources with good regulation and low output ripple characteristics. Models of the 3300 Series
are constant current/constant voltage supplies with an automatic crossover feature. They
provide up to 1000 watts of DC power over a wide range of voltage and current levels.

1.2 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The physical, electrical and environmental characteristics for the 3300 Series are listed in
Tables 1-1 and 1-2.

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 Table 1-1
3300 Series Technical Characteristics

PARAMETERS SPECIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Width 19.00 in.

Depth 18.50 in
Height 1.75 in.
Weight 15 lb. max.

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Input Power (Standard)

Voltage 95 to 127 VAC, 190 to 253 VAC (Option)
Frequency 47 to 63 Hz
Phases Single, 2-wire plus gnd

Regulation (Line or Load)

Voltage 0.1% of max. output voltage
Current 0.1% of max. output current

Noise and Ripple (RMS) 30 mV max.

Transient Response A 30% step load will recover to within 2%

of original value within 10 ms.

Stability +0.05% of set point per 8 hr. after warm-up

and at a fixed line, load and temperature.

Remote Control/Monitor On/Off control via contact closure,

6-120 VDC or 12-240 VAC.

Power Density 2.5 Watts/cubic in.

Power Factor .99 min. at full load

Total Harmonic 2.5% max.

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 Table 1-1
3300 Series Technical Characteristics - Continued

PARAMETERS SPECIFICATIONS

Remote Programming

Resistive:
Constant Voltage (0-100%) 0 - 5k ohms
Constant Current (0-100%) 0 - 5k ohms

Voltage:
Constant Voltage (0-100%) 0 - 5 VDC
Constant Current (0-100%) 0 - 100 mV

Current:
Constant Voltage (0-100%) 0 - 1 mA
Constant Current (0-100%) 0 - 1 mA

Remote Sensing Terminals are provided to sense output

voltage at point of load. Maximum line drop
3% of rated voltage per line.
ENVIRONMENTAL
CHARACTERISTICS:

Temperature Coefficient 0.02%/°C of max. output voltage rating for

voltage set point.
0.03%/°C of max. output current rating for
current set point.
Ambient Temperature
Operating 0 to 50°C
Storage -40° to 75°C

Cooling Internal blowers

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 Table 1-2
3300 Series Output Characteristics

OUTPUT DC OUTPUT DC OUTPUT

MODEL NUMBER VOLTS AMPS RIPPLE (RMS)

7.575 0-7.5 75 30 mV

7.5125 0-7.5 125 30 mV

1060 0-10 60 30 mV

10100 0-10 100 30 mV

2030 0-20 30 30 mV

2050 0-30 50 30 mV

3020 0-30 20 30 mV

3033 0-30 33 30 mV

4015 0-40 15 30 mV

4025 0-40 25 30 mV

5020 0-50 20 30 mV

6010 0-60 10 30 mV

6016 0-60 16 30 mV

8006 0-80 6 50 mV

8012 0-80 12 50 mV

10010 0-100 10 50 mV

1208 0-120 8 50 mV

1507 0-150 7 50 mV

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 Chapter 2
INSTALLATION

2.1 INSPECTION
Inspect the shipping carton for possible damage before unpacking the unit. Carefully unpack
the equipment. Save all packing materials until inspection is complete. Verify that all items
listed on the packing slips have been received. Visually inspect all exterior surfaces for broken
knobs, connectors or meters. Inspect for dented or damaged exterior surfaces. External
damage may be an indication of internal damage. If any damage is evident, immediately
contact the carrier that delivered the unit and submit a damage report. Failure to do so could
invalidate future claims.

2.2 INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Table 2-1 lists all external connections for the 3300 Series models.
For permanently connected equipment, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated
in the fixed wiring. For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment
and shall be easily accessible.

2.3 LOCATION AND MOUNTING

The 3300 Series models are intended for mounting in a standard 19.0-inch equipment rack.
Four captive screws, two on each side of the front panel, are used to secure the unit in place.
Optional slide mounting is available.
NOTICE
The unit should be provided with
proper ventilation. The top, rear and
both sides of the unit should be free
of obstructions.

Follow the instructions in paragraph 3.1.1 for setup and operation of the equipment.

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 Table 2-1
Output Connection Descriptions

SUPPLY TYPE CONNECTION DESCRIPTION

Output <=60V Bus Bar with hole for 1/4” bolt

Output >=80V Terminal Block with 6-32 screws

Table 2-2
Input Connection Descriptions

SUPPLY TYPE CONNECTION DESCRIPTION

3300, 3300I Terminal Block with 6-32 screws

Table 2-3
3300 Series Input/Output Connectors

CONNECTOR FUNCTION CONNECTS TO

TB2 - AC Prime Power Input (Std)* 95 to 127 VAC

TB2 - AC Prime Power Input (Std)* 47 to 63 Hz
CHASSIS - GND Power Source

Pos. Bus Bar Output Power User load(s)

Neg. Bus Bar Output Power User Load(s)
GND Stud

TB1 Control Interface See Table 3-2 for a

description

*190 to 253 VAC is available as a factory option

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2.4 WIRE SIZING
Care must be taken to properly size all conductors for the input and output of the power
supply. Table 2-5 below gives minimum recommended wire size for the input. This table is
derived from the National Electrical Code and is for reference only. Local laws and conditions
may have different requirements. The table is for copper wire only.

Table 2-4
Minimum Wire SizeTable

SIZE TEMPERATURE RATING OF COPPER CONDUCTOR

60 °C 75 °C 85 °C 90 °C
TYPES TYPES TYPES TYPES
RUW, T, TW, FEPW, RH, V, MI TA, TBS, SA,
UF RHW, RUH, AVB, SIS, FEP,
AWG
THW, THWN, FEPB, RHH,
MCM
XHHW, USE, THHN, XHHW
ZW
CURRENT RATING
14 20 20 25 25
12 25 25 30 30
10 30 35 40 40
8 40 50 55 55
6 55 65 70 75
4 70 85 95 95
3 85 100 110 110
2 95 115 125 130
1 110 130 145 150
0 125 150 165 170

2.5 OUTLINE DRAWINGS

The following page (figure 2-1) shows the outlines and overall dimensions for 3300 product
line.

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 NEG

TB2 TB1 POS

16.75 Ø0.25 2 PL 1.00

18.15

0.125

1.75

19.00

Figure 2-1
Outline Drawing, 3300 Series

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 Chapter 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front panel controls and indicators for the 3300 Series are identified in Figure 3-1 with index
numbers keyed to Table 3-1. Table 3-1 provides a description of all operator controls and
indicators.

3.1.1 Local Operation

Units are shipped from the factory configured for local voltage/current control and local voltage
sensing. This configuration is used for applications where the IR drop of the load wires is
insufficient to degrade performance at the load. Prior to turning the unit on, rotate the voltage
and current potentiometers fully counterclockwise (minimum output). Then switch the power to
the ON position and adjust the voltage and current to the desired output.

Figure 3-1
3300 Series Controls and Indicators

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 Table 3-1
3300 Series Controls and Indicators

FIGURE &
INDEX NO. CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION

3-1

1 Circuit Breaker Provides fault protection

2 Power Switch Applies AC power to the power

supply.

3 VOLTAGE Meter Measures voltage output.

4 Voltage Mode Indicator Indicates the power supply is

operating in the voltage mode.

5 Current Mode Indicator Indicates the power supply is

operating in the current mode

6 CURRENT Meter Measures current output.

7 Overvoltage (OV) Indicator Indicates output voltage has exceeded

preset level, and power supply output
is turned off.

8 Fault Indicator Adjusts overvoltage trip level.

9 Local Output Current Control Adjusts current output to a desired

level.

10 Local Output Voltage Control Adjusts voltage output to a desired

level.

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 Table 3-2
Barrier Strip (TB1) Designations and Functions

TB1 SCHEMATIC FUNCTIONAL

DESIGNATOR SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

1 V+ Positive output voltage for local voltage sensing.

2 VS+ Positive voltage sensing terminal.*

3 VPROG 1 milliamp current source for either local or remote

voltage programming using resistance.

4 VCONT Voltage control input terminal.

5 VSET Front panel voltage control potentiometers for local

control.
.
6 VS- Negative voltage sensing terminal.*

7 V- Negative output voltage for local voltage sensing.

8 IPROG 1 milliamp current source for either local or remote

current programming using resistance.

9 ICONT Current control input terminal.

10 ISET Front panel current control potentiometers for local

control.

11 IMON Negative current monitor terminal. Return for remote

current programming resistor.

12 IMON+ 0-5 VDC = 0-100% rated current. Use positive current

monitor terminal or 0-1 milliamp auto-tracking control
output terminal. Referenced to TB1-13.

13 ON/OFF Control Circuit Common. Used with TB1-12 for current

CONTACT RTN monitor and/or TB1-14 for remote on/off control return.

14 ON/OFF Remote on/off control using contacts of switch or relay.

CNTCT CTRL

*Except in models in excess of 60 VDC output.

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 Table 3-2
Barrier Strip (TB1) Designations and functions - Continued

TB1 SCHEMATIC FUNCTIONAL

DESIGNATOR SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

15 ON/OFF Return for AC/DC voltage source used for remote on/off
AC/DC RTN control.

16 ON/OFF Externally supplied AC/DC voltage source for on/off

AC/DC output voltage control. This is a positive (+) terminal for
DC voltage.

3.1.2 Remote Current Programming

The remote current programming is used for applications that require the output current be
programmed (controlled) from a remote source. An external resistance or external voltage
source may be used as a programming device. When using remote current programming,
a shielded, twisted-pair, hookup wire is recommended to prevent noise interference with
programming signals.

a. External Current Programming Using Resistance. The resistance coefficient

for remote current programming is 100 ohms = 100% rated output. The
programming current from the current control programming terminal A3 is
factory set for 1 milliamp. If multiple switches or relays are used to program
different levels, make-before-break contacts are recommended. See Figure 3-
3 for connection requirements.
b. External Current Programming Using a Voltage Source. The voltage
coefficient for remote current programming is 1 millivolt per percent of rated
output current or 100 millivolts = 100% of rated output. On models with 10 V
programming, the programming coefficient is 0.1 volt per percent of rated
output or 10 volts = 100%. See Figure 3-4 for connection requirements.

3.1.3 Remote Voltage Programming

The remote voltage programming configuration is used for applications that require the
output voltage be programmed (controlled) from a remote source. An external resistance
or external floating voltage source may be used as a programming device. When using
remote voltage programming, a shielded, twisted-pair, hookup wire is recommended to
prevent noise interference with programming signals.

a. External Voltage Programming Using Resistance. The resistance coefficient

for remote voltage programming is 5k ohms = 100% of rated output voltage.
The programming current from terminal 3 is factory set to 1 mA. If multiple
switches or relays are used to program different levels, make-before-break
contacts are recommended. See Figure 3-5 for connection requirements.
b. External Voltage Programming The voltage coefficient for external voltage
programming is 5 volts = 100% of rated output voltage. On models with 10 V

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 programming, the programming coefficient is 0.1 volt per percent of rated
output or 10 volts = 100%. See Figure 3-6 for connection requirements.

3.1.4 Remote Sensing

In applications where the load is located some distance from the power supply, or the
voltage drop of the power output leads significantly interferes with load regulation, remote
voltage sensing may be used. When remote sensing is used, voltage is regulated at the
load versus the power supply output terminals. To connect the power supply for remote
voltage sensing (see Figure 3-7 for connection requirements), perform the following
procedure.

CAUTION
If the power supply is operated with load power
lines disconnected and sensing line connected,
internal power supply damage may occur. (Output
current then flows through sensing terminals.)

a. Remove jumper between the positive sense terminal (TB1-2) and the positive
output monitor terminal (TB1-1).
b. Remove jumper between the negative sense terminal (TB1-6) and the
negative output monitor terminal (TB1-7).
c. Connect sensing leads from the load positive to TB1-2 and the load negative
to TB1-6. A shielded, twisted pair is recommended to avoid potential noise
interference.

3.1.5 Remote Output On/Off Control

Remote on/off control may be accomplished by contact closure or by an isolated external
AC/DC voltage source.

a. Remote on/off by contact closure. Output is on when contacts are closed.

See Figure 3-8 for connection requirements.
b. Remote on/off control may be accomplished by an external 12 to 240 VAC or
6 to 120 VDC source. Application of AC/DC voltage will turn on the power
supply. See Figure 3-9 for connection requirements.

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 NOTE
The following modes of operation are used for
applications requiring more current or voltage than
is available from a single power supply. To meet
the requirements for greater output voltage or
current, two or more supplies may be connected in
series or parallel.

3.1.6 Auto-Parallel Operation

In the auto-parallel mode of operation, a master/slave configuration is established.

CAUTION
When using two or more supplies in parallel,
damage may occur to slave(s) crowbar circuits if
slave overvoltage level is set lower than the level
set on the master. To prevent damage, set all
slave units overvoltage-set potentiometers fully
clockwise; and set the master unit to the desired
trip level. If overvoltage protection is not desired,
set to trip at maximum rated voltage (less than fully
clockwise).

To set up the auto-parallel mode of operation, connect all outputs in parallel to the load.
Connect jumper from master TB1-12 to slave TB1-9 and TB1-10. Remove jumper between
slave TB1-8 and TB1-9. Rotate slave voltage control potentiometers to maximum, and
adjust current control potentiometers for balanced output currents during operation. Once
adjusted, output currents will track automatically. If tracking is not close, perform the
calibration procedures listed in Chapter 4. See Figure 3-10 for connection requirements.

3.1.7 Auto-Series Operation

In the auto-series mode of operation, a master/slave configuration is established. With two
more supplies connected in series, one is established as master and the remaining supply
as the slave. The master supply must always be the most positive unit. When operating in
the auto-series mode, voltage control potentiometer settings determine the percentage of
total load voltage contribution by the slave unit. Current control potentiometer of the slave
unit is active and should be set to maximum clockwise position. See Figure 3-11 for
connection requirements.

3.1.8 Auto-Tracking Operation

In the auto-tracking mode of operation, a master/slave configuration is established. In this
configuration, two or more supplies may be connected with common negative outputs. The
slave(s) output voltage is a percentage of the master as controlled by the value of Rx.

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 Individual current controls on both master and slave(s) remain active. See Figure 3-12 for
connection requirements.

3.1.9 Output overvoltage Protection

If the power supply is equipped with an overvoltage crowbar, the front panel will contain
overvoltage adjustment. The potentiometer controlling overvoltage may be adjusted
through an access hole in the front panel.

NOTE
All overvoltage circuitry has been properly adjusted
to their respective unit before leaving the factory.

For trip levels less than the maximum output voltage or to check the overvoltage circuitry,
perform the following procedure.

a. Set the potentiometer fully clockwise.

b. Adjust the power supply output voltage to the desired trip level.
c. Slowly adjust the potentiometer counterclockwise until overvoltage is tripped.

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 Figure 3-2
Normal Connection pattern

Figure 3-3
Remote Resistance Programming of Output Current

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 Figure 3-4
Remote Voltage Programming of Output Current

Figure 3-5
Remote Resistance Programming of Output Voltage

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 Figure 3-6
Remote Voltage Programming of Output Voltage

Figure 3-7
Remote Sensing Operation

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 Figure 3-8
Remote On/Off Control by Contact Closure

Figure 3-9
Remote On/Off Operation Using AC/DC Voltage Source

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 Figure 3-10
Auto-Parallel Operation

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 Figure 3-11
Auto-Series Operation

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 Figure 3-12
Auto-Tracking Operation

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 Chapter 4
MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION

4.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter contains preventive maintenance information and calibration procedures for the
3300 Series.

WARNING

All maintenance that requires removal of the cover

of the unit should only be done by properly trained
and qualified personnel. Hazardous voltages exist
inside the unit.

4.2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Preventive maintenance for the 3300 Series consists of scheduled inspection and cleaning.

a. Schedule. Table 4-1 lists the preventive maintenance routines and the
recommended performance intervals.
b. Inspection. Table 4-2 lists the visual inspection checks to be performed. It
also indicates the corrective action to be taken.
c. Cleaning. Cleaning requirements are based on the need established during
inspection. If cleaning is required, follow the instruction listed in the corrective
action column of Table 4-2.

Table 4-1
Preventive Maintenance Schedule

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED PERFORMANCE

ROUTINE INTERVAL

Inspection Annual

Cleaning As Required

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 Table 4-2
Inspection and Corrective Action

ITEM INSPECT FOR CORRECTIVE ACTION

External Connector Looseness, bent or corroded Clean contacts with solvent

plugs and jacks contacts, damage or improper moistened cloth, soft bristle brush,
seating in mating connector small vacuum or low compressed
air.

Replace connectors damaged,

deeply corroded, or improperly
seated in mating connector.

Chassis, blower & Dirt and Corrosion Clean with cloth moistened with
extruded heatsinks soapy water.

External Electrical Broken, burned or pinched Repair or replace defective wires.

Wiring wire; frayed, worn or missing
insulation

External Solder Corrosion, loose, cracked, or Clean and resolder connections.

Connections dirty connections

Dirt and moisture Short circuits, arcing, corrosion, Clean as required.

buildup overheating

Front panel controls Dirt and corrosion Clean with cloth moistened with
and meters soapy water.

Use a Kimwipe tissue and glass

cleaning compound to clean the
meter faces.

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4.3 CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

To perform the following calibration and adjustment procedures, the cover must be removed
from the power supply. Because removal of the cover allows access to potentially hazardous
power voltages (up to 253 VAC or 358 VDC) and because of the importance of accurate
readings to performance, only technically trained personnel should perform calibration
procedures.

WARNING

Hazardous voltages (up to 253 VAC or 358 VDC)

during equipment operations. Press power switch
to OFF position and disconnect power cable from
power source. Allow a minimum of 5 minutes for
discharge of storage capacitance before removing
the cover or performing any maintenance function.
Wear safety glass with cover removed.

The calibration Test Setup procedures require the following: remove prime power; connect the
power supply to a resistive load capable of full-rated voltage and current. Connect a precision
current shunt in series with either the positive or negative output between the power supply
and the resistive load. Two digital multimeters are required to perform the calibration
procedures.

4.3.1 Converter Assembly Calibration

Voltage Reference

The voltage reference is provided by an adjustable current regulator Q15. To

calibrate for the 1 mA programming coefficient (constant voltage), the following
sequence is recommended.
a. Remove all jumpers and external connections to TB1-3.
b. Set current control potentiometer on front panel fully counterclockwise.
c. Connect a precision digital multimeter (DMM) to TB1-3(+) with reference to
TB1-7(-). Set DMM to DC milliamps and 2 milliamp range.
d. Apply power to the power supply.
e. Adjust R69 for 1.000 milliamps on DMM.

Current Reference

The current reference is a precision current source consisting of Q16 and associated
resistors. Calibration is accomplished by adjusting R71. The following sequence is
recommended.

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 a. Remove all jumpers and external connections to TB1-8.
b. Set voltage control potentiometer on front panel fully counterclockwise.
c. Connect a precision DMM to TB1-8(+) with reference to TB1-11(-). Set DMM
to DC milliamps and 2 milliamp range.
d. Apply power to power supply.
e. Adjust R71 for 1.000 milliamps on DMM.

Current Zero Calibration

The voltage control circuit (U8) zero is adjusted by R106. The following sequence is
recommended.

a. Connect jumper (short circuit) between TB1-4 and TB1-6.

b. Connect resistive load and DMM across output terminals of power supply. Set
DMM to read DC volts and approximately 200 millivolt range.
c. Set current control potentiometer full clockwise.
d. Apply power to power supply.
e. Adjust R106 until the power supply output voltage starts to increase in the
normal polarity. Reverse adjustment direction of R106 until output voltage
decreases to zero reading on the DMM. Do not continue adjustment once the
output reads zero millivolts.
Voltage Full-Scale Calibration

Full-scale voltage calibration is accomplished by adjusting R101. The following

sequence is recommended.

a. Connect a resistive load across output terminals.

b. Connect a DMM between TB1-2 and TB1-6. Set DMM to DC volts and the
scale to read maximum rated power supply voltage.
c. Connect a second DMM between TB1-4(+) and TB1-6(-). Set DMM to DC
volts and scale to read 5.00 volts.
d. Rotate current control to maximum clockwise.
e. Apply power to power supply.
f. Rotate voltage control for 5.00 volt reading to DMM attached to TB1-4 and
TB1-6.
g. Adjust R101 until output voltage reading is 100% of rated output voltage DC
between TB1-2 and TB1-6.
Current Zero Calibration
The current control circuit (U7) zero is adjusted by R87. The following sequence is
recommended.
a. Connect a jumper (short circuit) between TB1-9 and TB1-11.
b. Connect a resistive load and DMM across the output terminals of the power
supply. Set DMM to read DC volts and approximately 200 millivolt range.

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 c. Set voltage control potentiometer on front panel fully clockwise.
d. Apply power to power supply.
e. Adjust R87 until the power supply output voltage starts to increase in normal
polarity. Reverse adjustment direction of R87 until output voltage decreases
to zero reading on the DMM. Do not continue adjustment when the output
reads zero volts.

Current Full-Scale Calibration

Full-scale current calibration is accomplished by adjusting R88. The following

sequence is recommended.

a. Connect an external calibrated current shunt between the power supply

negative output and a resistive load bank capable of full-rated power.
(Optionally, the shunt may be connected between the power supply positive
and negative output bus bars.)
b. Connect DMM across current shunt sensing terminals.
c. Connect a DMM between TB1-9(+) and TB1-11(-). Set to 200 millivolt range.
d. Set front panel voltage control potentiometer fully clockwise.
e. Apply power to power supply.
f. Adjust front panel current control for 100 millivolt reading on DMM across TB1-
9 and TB1-11.
g. Adjust R88 until rated output current flows through external current shunt.

Current Monitor/Parallel Tracking Amplifier Zero Calibration

The Current monitor/parallel tracking amplifier zero is accomplished by adjusting R79.

The following sequence is recommended.
a. Connect a jumper (short circuit) between TB1-9 and TB1-11.
b. Connect a resistive load across output terminals.
c. Connect a DMM between TB1-12(+) and TB1-13(-). Set DMM to DC volts on
0.2 volt scale.
d. Set front panel voltage and current control potentiometers fully
counterclockwise.
e. Apply power to power supply
f. Adjust R79 to 0.00 volts on DMM.
g. Remove power from power supply.
h. Remove jumper between TB1-9 and TB1-11.
i. Remove resistive load from power supply output terminals.
j. Reconfigure power supply for normal operation.

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 Current Monitor/Parallel Tracking Amplifier Full-Scale Calibration

The current monitor/parallel tracking amplifier is accomplished by adjusting R77. The

following sequence is recommended.

a. Connect an external calibrated current shunt between the power supply

negative output and a resistive load bank capable of full-rated power. (As an
option, the shunt may be connected between the power supply positive and
negative output bus bars.)
b. Connect a DMM across the current shunt sensing.
c. Connect a DMM between TB1-12 and TB1-13.
d. Set front panel voltage control potentiometers fully clockwise.
e. Apply power to power supply.
f. Set front panel current control potentiometers for rated output current through
external current shunt.
g. Adjust R77 for 5.00 volts DC reading on DMM connected between TB1-12 and
TB1-13.
h. Remove power from power supply.
i. Reconfigure power supply for normal operation.

4.3.2 Display Assembly

Meter Zero Calibration

The zero set for both voltage and current front panel meter is automatic.

Meter Full-Scale Calibration

The full-scale adjustment for the digital panel meters M1 and M2 is adjusted by R8 and
R11, respectively, of the display assembly 10-010-086-00. R8 is for full-scale current
meter calibration, and R11 is for full-scale voltage meter calibration. Both resistors are
accessible from inside the power supply when the cover is removed.

To calibrate for full-scale voltage or current, adjust the power supply to maximum rated
output voltage (or current) using external calibrated meters and adjust the appropriate
meter to correspond to the rated output voltage or current.

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