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Part No. Z1-003-302, IB008755
Aug. 2011
OPERATION MANUAL
EARTH CONTINUITY TESTER
TOS6200
TOS6210

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  • Page 1 Part No. Z1-003-302, IB008755 Aug. 2011 OPERATION MANUAL EARTH CONTINUITY TESTER TOS6200 TOS6210...
  • Page 2 If you find any incorrectly arranged or missing pages in this manual, they will be replaced. If the manual gets lost or soiled, a new copy can be provided for a fee. In either case, please contact Kikusui distributor/ agent, and provide the “Part No.” given on the cover.

  • Page 3: Safety Symbols

    When this symbol is marked on the product, see the relevant sections in this manual. Protective conductor terminal. Chassis (frame) terminal. On (supply) Off (supply) In position of a bi-stable push control Out position of a bi-stable push control TOS6200/6210 Safety Symbols I...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    • The fuse can be replaced with a new one. When replacing a fuse, use the one which has appropriate shape, ratings, and specifications. Cover • There are parts inside the product which may cause physical hazards. Do not remove the external cover. II Safety Precautions TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 5 • To maintain performance and safe operation of the product, it is recommended that periodic maintenance, checking, cleaning, and calibration be performed. Service • Internal service is to be done by Kikusui service engineers. If the product must be adjusted or repaired, contact Kikusui distributor/agent. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-20 IV Contents TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6-13 6.3.3 Messages Relating to Test Conditions and Test Execution - - - - - 6-18 TOS6200/6210 Contents V...
  • Page 8 Initial Settings of the Memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A-3 Summary of the Safety Standards for Earth Continuity Testing - - - - - - - -A-4 Index ___________________________________________________ I- 1 VI Contents TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 General

    Chapter 1 General Gives an overview of the tester and describes its features and various options. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 10: Overview Of The Manual

    Overview of the Manual This operation manual is for the TOS6200/6210 earth continuity tester. ■ Firmware version of products applied This Operation Manual applies to products with version 1.0x firmware installed. The ROM version number is displayed in the opening screen displayed immediately after power is switched ON.
  • Page 11 Compact and lightweight A new high-efficiency power supply (achieving a power conversion efficiency of 65%) and large output (TOS6200: 150 VA, TOS6210: 220 VA) makes possible a tester that is remarkably compact and lightweight, about half the size and weight of our conventional testers.
  • Page 12 The tester comes with alligator clip test leads, letting you start testing immediately. 14. Memo function The tester has a memo function that can store up to 20 characters per line on 3 lines, which can be used to store serial numbers, calibration dates, and/or comments. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 13: Options

    STOP switch Used to shut off output voltage or cancel a FAIL status; has the same function as the STOP switch located on the tester. RC01-TOS: RC02-TOS: 200mm(W) x 70mm(H) x 39mm(D) 330mm(W) x 70mm(H) x 39mm(D) TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 14 Maximum rating: LP01-TOS 30 A LP02-TOS 60 A Cable length: Accessory: LOW Test Lead (LP01-TOS/LP02-TOS) 2 m LP01-TOS: LP02-TOS: 28 mm(W) x 45.5 mm(H) x 226 mm(D) 28 mm(W) x 45.5 mm(H) x 226 mm(D) LOW Test Lead TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation And Preparation For Use

    Chapter 2 Installation and Preparation for Use Describes the steps from unpacking to installation to preparation required before switching on POWER. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 16: Unpacking Checks

    Unpacking Checks Upon receiving the product, make sure the package contains the necessary accesso- ries, and that the product has not been damaged during transportation. If any damage or imperfection is found, contact Kikusui distributor/agent. PLUG: NEMA5-15 PLUG: CEE7/7 PLUG: GB1002...

  • Page 17: Precautions For Installation

    Particularly a heavy one, as doing so could result in a malfunction. ■ Do not place the product on a tilted surface or in a location subject to vibrations. The product may fall or tip over causing damages and injuries. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 18: Precautions For Moving

    Moving the product with the power on may result in electrical shock or damage. ■ Remove all wirings connected. Moving the product with cables connected may break the cables or cause the prod- uct to fall, resulting in injury. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 19: Checking The Line Voltage

    Its input rating is indicated on the rear panel. CAUTION • Using the tester outside the permitted range will result in erratic function or failure. Operate the product with the supply voltage within the voltage range required. TOS6200 FUSE (250V) LINE VOLTAGE FREQUENCY RANGE...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    125 VAC. If this AC power cord is used at the line voltage of a 200 V sys- tem, replace the AC power cord with that satisfying that line voltage. An appropriate AC power cord must be selected by qualified personnel. If it is difficult to obtain the AC power cord, consult your Kikusui distributor/ agent. NOTE •...

  • Page 21: Grounding

    Grounded three-contact electrical outlet ● Connect the protective conductor terminal on the rear panel of the tester directly to ground. Selection, preparation, and installation of ground- ing leads must be performed by qualified person- nel. To ground directly TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Test Leads

    For example, images on a CRT positioned close by may be significantly distorted. 2.7.1 Supplied Test Lead TL11-TOS/TL12-TOS Remove the short-circuit bars connecting the OUTPUT and SAMPLING terminals. TOS6200 TOS6210 Take care not to get your finger caught between the output terminals when turning the knobs. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 23 WARNING burns or injury resulting from heat generated by contact resistance at the terminals. Connecting example of TOS6200 Connect the alligator clip of the test lead (black or white) to the protec- tive conductor terminal of the DUT. Connect the alligator clip of the test lead (red) to a test point of the DUT.

  • Page 24: Optional Test Probe Lp01-Tos/Lp02-Tos

    Connect the each cable of the test probe to the HIGH and REMOTE terminal of the Tester. Figure shows connections of the TOS6210 with the LP02-TOS. TOS6210 To SAMPLING LOW terminal To OUTPUT LOW terminal To the REMOTE terminal To SAMPLING HIGH terminal To OUTPUT HIGH terminal 2-10 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 25: Other Leads

    Resistance values with respect to the nominal sectional areas of wires are as fol- lows: Use lead wires within a total lead length of 10 m or less. Nominal Sectional Areas of Wire Resistance Value per Meter 3.5 mΩ 5.5 mm 1.5 mΩ 14 mm TOS6200/6210 2-11...

  • Page 26: Measurements Using Four Terminals

    Two-Terminal Connection Two-terminal measurements can be performed with the resistance components (R1, R2) of the leads and the contact resistances (r1 to r4) of the OUTPUT terminals sub- tracted beforehand. For more information, see 4.2.6, “Offset Canceling Function.” 2-12 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 27: Connecting To The Dut

    DUT; connect the other test lead to a test point. ■ Testing from the protective conductor terminal on the enclo- sure Connect one of the test leads to the protective conductor terminal of the DUT; con- nect the other test lead to a test point. TOS6200/6210 2-13...

  • Page 28: Preliminary Inspection

    Check that there are no breaks in the test leads. • Short-circuit the ends of the test leads and test at a specified current to check for abnormalities. • Perform the test with the OUTPUT terminals opened. This test must result in a FAIL judgement. 2-14 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Part Names And Functions

    Chapter 3 Part Names and Functions Gives the names and functions of switches, keys, indications, connectors, and other parts on the front and rear panels. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 30: Front Panel

    Pressing this switch places the tester in ready status. [3] START This switch is used to start a test. Press this switch when "READY" is displayed on the LCD to begin testing. During testing, the TEST LED indicator lights and a "TEST" indication appears on the LCD. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 31 For usage of the feet, see 2.2, “Precautions for Installation.” [8] REMOTE This terminal is used to connect an optional remote control box or dedicated test probe. [9] Function keys Provide functions corresponding to the F1 to F5 menus displayed on the LCD. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 32 Pressing this key with the SHIFT key held down enables test conditions to be stored to memory. The procedure is the same as for recall. • ENTER key Used to accept an entered memory number when recalling panel memory or when saving test conditions to panel memory. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 33 In the key lock status, "KEYLOCK" appears on the LCD. Under remote control, the LED to the right of this key lights. [18] Rotary knob In ready status: Used to set test conditions and other parameters displayed on the LCD. During testing: Used to change the test current. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 34: Rear Panel

    This connector is used to connect a GPIB cable for remote control of the tester through a PCvia the GPIB interface. [24] RS-232C This connector connects an RS-232C cable for remote control of the tester is remote through a PC via the RS-232C interface. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 35 • Never use the tester in an upright position. Use of the product with the cord holders serving as feet causes the tester to fall down, which may result in damage to the tester or injury to the user. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 36 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 37: Chapter 4 Basic Operation

    Chapter 4 Basic Operation Describes basic operations such as setting test conditions and starting a test. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 38: Turning On The Power

    MAIN MAIN Test time ON/OFF status 50Hz FREQ LOWER OFFSET TIMER 25.0 0.100 60.0 UPPER Test time LOWER Function menus CURRENT LOWER UPPER TIMER Judgment value or measured value Test current value Status of indication of set reference values TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 39: Setting The Test Conditions

    Safety Standards for Earth Continuity Testing.” NOTE • “A.4 Summary of the Safety Standards for Earth Continuity Testing” is a sum- mary of the safety standards. Before performing actual testing, check the test con- ditions match your appropriate safety standard. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 40: Test Current

    4.2.1 Test Current Set the maximum current value flowing through the DUT as follows: TOS6200: 3.0 to 30.0 A AC TOS6210: 6.0 to 62.0 A AC (resolution: 0.1A) READY MAIN MAIN 50Hz FREQ LOWER OFFSET TIMER 25.0 0.100 60.0 UPPER...

  • Page 41: Test Frequency

    Turning the knob counterclockwise: 50 Hz 4.2.3 Upper Reference Value If the measured value exceeds the set reference value, the test is judged FAIL. The following judgment methods are available: Judgment Method TOS6200 TOS6210 Resistance value-based judgment Available Available (either may be selected)
  • Page 42 Resistance value-based judgment Set an upper reference value as follows: TOS6200: 0.001 to 1.200 Ω (resolution: 0.001 Ω ) TOS6210: 0.001 to 0.600 Ω (resolution: 0.001 Ω ) READY MAIN MAIN 50Hz FREQ LOWER OFFSET TIMER 25.0 0.100 60.0 UPPER...
  • Page 43 Operation Range.” “OVER LOAD” blinks on the LCD during testing. If the output power exceeds a maximum power rating, the power limitation safety function is tripped and protection status occurs. Change the setting referring to 4.10.3, “Overload Protection (OVER LOAD).” TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 44: Lower Reference Value

    You can select whether to make lower limit judgment. To perform lower limit judg- ment, set the LOWER indication to ON in the lower reference value setup screen. The following judgment methods are available: Judgment Method TOS6200 TOS6210 Resistance value-based judgment Available...
  • Page 45 Resistance value-based judgment Set a lower reference value as follows: TOS6200: 0.001 to 1.200 Ω (resolution: 0.001 Ω ). TOS6210: 0.001 to 0.600 Ω (resolution: 0.001 Ω ). READY MAIN MAIN 50Hz FREQ LOWER OFFSET TIMER 25.0 0.003 60.0 LOWER...

  • Page 46: Test Time

    Press the F5 (TIMER) key to move the cursor if the cursor is not below ▲▼ the timer (you can also move the cursor using the keys). Use the keys to move the cursor to the desired digit. Use the rotary knob to set the test duration. 4-10 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 47: Offset Canceling Function

    In the OFFSET screen, the test current, test frequency, and timer indicate the values shown before switching screens. READY OFFSET OFFSET 50Hz FREQ TIMER 0.003 25.0 60.0 TIMER CURRENT If necessary, set test current, test frequency, and timer values. TOS6200/6210 4-11...
  • Page 48 Range.” “OVER VA” blinks on the LCD. The setting has exceeded the maximum rated output. Test cannot begin under the current conditions. Change the setting referring to “OVER VA” in 4.9.1, “Setting Output out of the Operation Range.” 4-12 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 49: Starting And Ending Test

    The time indicated after start of the test differs with the timer function set to ON or OFF. When the timer is ON: The time remaining of the set time is indicated. When the timer is OFF: The elapsed test duration is indicated. (Note: When the time exceeds 999 seconds, “999” blinks.) TOS6200/6210 4-13...

  • Page 50: Ending The Test

    The PASS judgment is generally displayed for about 0.2 seconds (default value). You can set the PASS judgment display time in the range 0.2 s to 10.0 s or to HOLD. For information on altering this setting, see 4.4, “System Setup.” 4-14 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 51 To remove a FAIL judgment, press the STOP switch. The measurement result is displayed until you press the STOP switch. In case of FAIL, the test duration indicates the elapsed time regardless of the timer ON/OFF setting. TOS6200/6210 4-15...

  • Page 52: System Setup

    When PASS HOLD is set to HOLD, the tester retains the PASS judgment until you press the STOP switch. ▲▼ Press the F2 (PASS) key, or use the keys to move the cursor to PASS HOLD. Use the rotary knob to set a hold time for a PASS judgment. 4-16 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 53 SHIFT + F2 keys toggles between ON and OFF settings. Here, appears to the left of FAIL MODE. When is displayed to the left of FAIL MODE, you can also use the rotary knob to enter ON/OFF settings. Turning the knob clockwise: Turning the knob counterclockwise: OFF TOS6200/6210 4-17...
  • Page 54 If BUZZER VOL is not indicated on the LCD, press the F4 (NEXT) or F5 (PREV) function key to display the SYSTEM2 screen. For the TOS6210, the display can also be switched by pressing the SHIFT and keys together. 4-18 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 55 For the TOS6210, the display can also be switched by pressing the SHIFT and keys together. ▲▼ Use the keys to move the cursor to the position where you wish to enter a comment. Use the rotary knob to select characters. SYSTEM 3 SYSTEM 3 COMMENT < > PREV TOS6200/6210 4-19...

  • Page 56: Interface Setup

    • The GPIB address set is not effective until the tester is restarted. ▲▼ Press the F1 (GPIB) key, or use the keys to move the cursor to GPIB ADDRESS. Use the rotary knob to set the GPIB address. 4-20 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 57: Rs-232C Protocol

    Select a stop bit from the following two choices: • 1 bit • 2 bit ▲▼ Press the F5 (STOP) key, or use the keys to move the cursor to STOP. Use the rotary knob to select either 1 or 2. TOS6200/6210 4-21...

  • Page 58: Panel Memory

    Use the rotary knob to set the memory number (from 00 to 99) to which test conditions are to be stored. Press the key to move the cursor to "--UNTITLED--." Use the rotary knob to enter a memory name. ASCII code characters from 20 H to 7EH are valid. (See Appendix A.2.) 4-22 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 59: Recalling The Panel Memory

    Moving the cursor to another area of the screen before pressing the ENTER key aborts the recall operation. Modifying the test conditions recalled causes the mem- ory number to disappear. It will not be redisplayed even if the original test condi- tions are restored. TOS6200/6210 4-23...

  • Page 60: Program

    After the START switch is pressed and the test in step 02 is complete, the tester enters the ready status. Replacing END at the end of the program with RET instructs the program to repeat testing from step 00. 4-24 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 61: Recalling The Program

    Use the rotary knob to select the desired characters. You can enter ASCII codes 20H to 7EH as characters (see Appendix A.2). Press the SHIFT and F1 keys together to complete setting a program name. TOS6200/6210 4-25...
  • Page 62 Press the SHIFT + F2 keys toggles between END and RET. END: Ends the program; the program enters ready status at the beginning of the steps. RET: Causes the program to return to the beginning of the steps and repeat the test. 4-26 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 63: Running The Program

    Program execution is performed in the program screen (AUTO). In the program screen, the cursor cannot be moved to any item other than the pro- gram number. TEST AUTO AUTO 05 : KIKUSUI NAME : --UNTITLED-- 01 MEM00-9.9s 02 MEM00-9.9s 03 MEM00-9.9s 0.020 04 MEM00-9.9s...

  • Page 64: Key Lock

    5.4 V or below. TOS6200: 3.0 A to 30.0 A AC TOS6210: 6.0 A to 62.0 A AC The following figures show the operation range of the testers.
  • Page 65 OVER VA (60 A, 0.061 Ω) Test current, A Test current, A TOS6200 Operation Range TOS6210 Operation Range OVER VOLT If a setting meeting the following equation (a setting exceeding the operation range ) is made, the “READY” indication in the upper right of the LCD changes to blink “OVER VOLT,”...

  • Page 66: Upper Reference Value <= Lower Reference Value (Up <= Low)

    “UP <= LOW,” informing you that testing cannot begin under the current conditions. MAIN MAIN UP<=LOW 50Hz FREQ LOWER OFFSET TIMER 25.0 1.100 60.0 LOWER CURRENT LOWER UPPER TIMER In this case, increase the upper reference value or reduce the lower reference value. 4-30 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 67: 4.10 Protection Fuction

    Pause Time Max. Test Time Equal to or longer 15 < I ≤ 30 30 minutes or less than test time TOS6200 Continuous out- I ≤ 15 Not required put available Equal to or longer At t ≤ 40 ° C 40 <...

  • Page 68: Overheating Protection (Over Heat)

    UPPER TIMER For example, when the test current of TOS6200 is 30 A, if the load resistance (including the resistance of the DUT, the test leads, and any other associated items) from the perspective of the output terminals exceeds 0.166 Ω ( ≅ 150/30 ), the out- put power exceeds 150 VA, causing an overload.

  • Page 69: Output Voltage Limitation (Volt Limit)

    I/O is tripped and the “SIGNAL I/O” indication blinked on the LCD. To clear this protection, press the STOP switch. SIGNAL I/O MAIN MAIN 50Hz FREQ LOWER OFFSET TIMER 25.0 0.100 60.0 UPPER CURRENT LOWER UPPER TIMER TOS6200/6210 4-33...

  • Page 70: 4.11 Initialize

    Appendix A.3, “Initial Settings of the Memory.” To initialize, press the POWER switch with the SHIFT key held when starting the tester. This restores tester settings to factory-set values. (Press the SHIFT key until the characters "KIKUSUI ELECTRONICS CORP." disappear.) ■ Factory-shipped settings TOS6200...

  • Page 71: Chapter 5 Remote And Signal I/O

    Chapter 5 REMOTE and SIGNAL I/O Describes the REMOTE terminal (for connecting optional equipment) and the SIGNAL I/O connector (for input/output signals). TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 72: Remote Terminal

    This connector is used to connect the optional RC01-TOS or RC02-TOS remote control boxes or the LP01-TOS or LP02-TOS test probe. When you connect an option, the START and STOP switches on the option and those on the front panel are both available. Fig.5-1 REMOTE Terminal TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 73: Signal I/O Connector

    D-SUB 25-pin male to D-SUB 25-pin male, straight cable Controller-side connector Omron Corp. XM3D-2521 D-SUB 25-pin female connector or equivalent NOTE • To avoid malfunctions caused by noise, use a shielded D-SUB 25-pin connector and cable less than 3 m in length. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 74: Signal I/O Connector Specifications

    UPPER FAIL STOP LOWER FAIL START PROTECTION READY Fig. 5-3 SIGNAL I/O Pin Configuration CAUTION • To avoid damage to internal circuits, take care to avoid short circuiting +24 V at pin 24 to the chassis or circuit common. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 75 ON while the tester is in ready status. PROTECTION ON if PROTECTION status arises. START Start signal input terminal. STOP Stop signal input terminal. ENABLE Start signal’s ENABLE signal input terminal. +24V internal power output terminal. Maximum output current is 100 +24 V Circuit common TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 76: Starting A Test

    START input for the REMOTE terminal is enabled. At the same time, the START switch on the panel are disabled. ENABLE (IN) READY (OUT) 5 ms or more START (IN) 10 ms or more Fig. 5-5 START Signal TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 77: Recalling A Panel Memory And Program

    PM Signals and Panel Memory or Program Number to be Recalled MAIN AUTO Recalls panel memory 0 Recalls program 0 Recalls panel memory 1 Recalls program 1 Recalls panel memory 2 Recalls program 2 Recalls panel memory 98 Recalls program 98 Recalls panel memory 99 Recalls program 99 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 78: Examples Of Use

    30 V or less Example of getting the "L" level of digital signal This example gets the "L" level of digi- tal signal with respect to an output sig- nal. 30 V or less "L" when output signal is produced TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 79: Chapter 6 Gpib And Rs-232C

    Describes the device messages used to create a program for remote control of the tester via GPIB or RS-232C. • To avoid electric shocks, always turn off the power supply of the related WARNING equipment when connecting or disconnecting a cable from the interface connector. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 80: Interface

    To use the GPIB interface, set a GPIB address on the tester. To set a GPIB address, see 4.5, “Interface Setup.” GPIB cables are available from Kikusui. Contact Kikusui distributor/agent. GPIB cable 1 m (code: 92080) GPIB cable 2 m (code: 92070) GPIB cable 4 m (code: 92090) 6.1.2...

  • Page 81: The Tester

    Control of transmission from the tester to the RS-232C terminal Stop temporarily Resume transmission Up to 10 characters The RS-232C terminal must temporarily stop transmission within 10 characters after receiving a DC3. Fig. 6-2 Control of transmission between the RS-232C terminal and the tester TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 82: Message And Terminator

    A query ends its message with the question mark (?) at the end. Response Messages sent from the device to the controller or another device are responses. A response tells the controller the status of the device or a measured value. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 83 There are two types such messages: • Normally terminated • ERROR: Abnormality occurring, such as a syntax error Through the use of a SILENT command, it can be specified whether to return an acknowledgment message. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 84: Terminator

    This represents an exponent. <NR3> It is described in “IEEE Standards 488.2 Standard Digital Interface for Programmable Instrumentation” in detail. This represents a hexadecimal. <HEX> It is described in “IEEE Standards 488.2 Standard Digital Interface for Programmable Instrumentation” in detail. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 85: Device Messages

    Returns the value of the event status register, then clears it. For details on the event status register, see 6.4, “Registers.” Message Query: *ESR? Response Returns the contents of the event status register to *ESR?. (Example) If Bit 5 of the event status register is set, “32” is returned. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 86 Inquiries about the model name and firmware version of the tester. Message Query: *IDN? Response Returns the model name of the tester to *IDN? in the following manner: KIKUSUI ELECTRONICS CORP., TOS6200, 0, 1.00 Company name Model name Version No. (not used) Serial No.
  • Page 87 (default is 128) 00H to FFH (default is 80H) Resolution: (Example) DSE #H01 Response Returns the contents of the device status enable register to DSE?. (Example) If Bit 5 of the device status enable register is set, “32” is returned. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 88 Used to inquire about the contents of the error register. For details on the error register, see 6.4, “Registers.” Message Query: ERR? Response Returns the contents of the error register to ERR?. (Example) If Bit 1 of the error register is set, “2” is returned. 6-10 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 89 Used to inquire about the contents of the protection register. For details on the protection register, see 6.4, “Registers.” Message Query: PROT? Response Returns the contents of the protection register to PROT?. (Example) If Bit 2 (OVER LOAD) of the protection register is set, “4” is returned. TOS6200/6210 6-11...
  • Page 90 Program data Set value: CR/LF + EOI (default) LF + EOI CR + EOI Response The response terminator currently set is returned to TRM?. (Example) If the response terminator is set at LF+EOI, the message “1” is returned. 6-12 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 91: System-Related Messages

    Program data Set value: 1 to 10 (default is 4) Resolution: (Example) BVOL 2 Response Returns the buzzer set volume in response to BVOL?. (Example) When the volume is set to 3 A value of 3 is returned. TOS6200/6210 6-13...
  • Page 92 This fills blank entries with spaces so that each line has 20 characters, then returns this as the result. (Example) If "KIKUSUI" is entered in the 1st line, no data is entered in the 2nd line, and "123456789ABCDEFGHIJK" is in the 3rd line, the response...
  • Page 93 1, ON Start double action ON (Example) DAC 0 Response Returns the set value of start double action in response to DAC?. (Example) When the start double action has been set to ON A value of 1 is returned. TOS6200/6210 6-15...
  • Page 94 Set value: NORM Normal measurement mode (NORMAL) (default) Measurement mode that holds the maxi- mum value Response Returns the measurement mode in response to MMOD?. (Example) When the measurement mode is NORM A value of NORM is returned. 6-16 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 95 Returns the set value of PASS hold time in response to PHOL?. (Example) When the PASS hold time has been set to 2 seconds A value of 2.0 is returned. (Example) When the PASS hold time has been set to HOLD A value of HOLD is returned. TOS6200/6210 6-17...

  • Page 96: Messages Relating To Test Conditions And Test Execution

    Sets the test current of the tester or inquires about its set value. Message Setting: CUR <NR2> Query: CUR? Program data Set value: TOS6200 3.0 to 30.0 (default is 3.0) TOS6210 6.0 to 62.0 (default is 6.0) Resolution: Unit: Response Returns the set value of test current in response to CUR?.
  • Page 97 Returns the ON/OFF status of resistance value-based judgment to RJUD?. (Example) When resistance value-based judgment is ON “1” is returned. NOTE • RJUD ON and VJUD OFF are the same setting. RJUD OFF and VJUD ON are the same setting. TOS6200/6210 6-19...
  • Page 98 Message Setting: LOW <NR2>,{0|1|OFF|ON} Query: LOW? Program data <NR2> Lower reference value Set value: 0.001 to 1.200 (TOS6200) (default is 0.001) 0.001 to 0.600 (TOS6210) (default is 0.001) Resolution: 0.001 Unit: Program data {0|1|OFF|ON} Lower limit judgment function Set value:...
  • Page 99 ON, the “READY” indication in the upper right of the LCD changes to blink “UP <= LOW,” informing you that testing cannot begin under the current conditions. In this case, increase the upper reference value or reduce the lower reference value. TOS6200/6210 6-21...
  • Page 100 Message Setting: UPP <NR2> Query: UPP? Program data Set value: 0.001 to 1.200 (TOS6200) (default is 0.001) 0.001 to 0.600 (TOS6210) (default is 0.001) Resolution: 0.001 Unit: Response Returns the upper reference value to UPP?. (Example) When the upper reference value is 0.1 Ω...
  • Page 101 “OVER LOAD” blinks on the LCD during testing. If the output power exceeds a maximum power rating, the power limitation safety function is tripped and protection status occurs. Change the setting referring to 4.10.3, “Overload Protection (OVER LOAD).” TOS6200/6210 6-23...
  • Page 102 (Example) TIM 999,0 Response Returns the test time and ON/OFF status for the timer function in response to TIM?. (Example) When the test time is 60 s and the timer function is ON A value of 60.0,1 is returned. 6-24 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 103 This command message is valid only in the test conditions set up (MAIN), offset measurement (OFFSET), or program (AUTO) screens. Switch screens using the FUNCTION message. Message Setting: STAR STOP Stops a test or cancels fail, pass (hold) and protection status. Message Setting: STOP TOS6200/6210 6-25...

  • Page 104: Messages Relating To The Tester Status

    It returns the current value being measured during a test or the measured current value obtained immediately before when the test was completed. (Example) When the present measured current value is 25.0 A A value of 25.0 is returned. 6-26 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 105 (Example) When the device status register: TEST and TEST ON (bit 2, 3 are 1), measured resistance value: 0.180 Ω, measured current value: 25.0 A, maximum measured voltage value: 4.55 V, measured resistance value: 4.50 Ω, and elapsed time: 5.0 s A value of 12,0.180,25.0,4.55,4.50,5.0 is returned. TOS6200/6210 6-27...
  • Page 106 Message Query: VDAT? Response Returns the present measured voltage value in response to VDAT? (Example) When the present measured voltage value is 3.50 V A value of 3.50 is returned. 6-28 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 107: Memory-Related Messages

    Query: MEM? <memory no.> Program data Sets the memory contents in the following order. Set value Resolu- Parameter Unit tion TOS6200 TOS6210 Memory no. 0 to 99 <NR1> ASCII code, maxi- 20H to 7EH mum number of Memory name characters: 12 Test current value 3.0 to 30.0...
  • Page 108 ON of lower limit 1,ON judgment 0,OFF OFF of offset Offset 1,ON ON of offset 0,OFF OFF of timer Timer 1,ON ON of timer *1: 22H """, 27H "'", 2CH ",", and 40H "@" may not be used. 6-30 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 109 Saves the present test conditions to memory. Note that the memory name is not stored. (Memory names at storage destinations will not be changed.) Message Setting: STOR <NR1> Program data Set value: 0 to 99 Resolution: (Example) STOR 5 TOS6200/6210 6-31...

  • Page 110: Program-Related Messages

    PED? <program number>, <step number> Program data <program number NR1>, <step number NR1>, <memory number NR1> Set value: 0 to 99 Resolution: Program data <interval time NR2> Set value: 0 to 9.9 HOLD Sets the interval time to HOLD. Resolution: Unit: 6-32 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 111 • Up to 500 steps can be allotted to a program. For example, if 100 steps each are allotted to programs 0 to 4, no steps can be allotted to program 5. (Example) To assign memory number 5 to step between 9 and 10 in program num- ber 1 PIN 1,10,5 TOS6200/6210 6-33...
  • Page 112 PRGRETURN (PRET) Sets ON/OFF for the repeat setting, or inquires about its ON/OFF status. (IF RET is set to OFF, END is assigned to the end of the program.) Message Setting: PRET <program number>,{0|1|OFF|ON} Query: PRET? <program number> 6-34 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 113 A value of the 50 is returned. The total number of steps for programs is limited to 500. To check the total number of steps, get the number of steps for each program with a PTOT? and sum the num- bers of steps. TOS6200/6210 6-35...

  • Page 114: Registers

    Status byte Service request ESB DSB register issued Read using *STB? & & & & & & Service-request & enable register (Initial value 70H) Set using *SRE ESB DSB Read using SRE? Fig. 6-3 Structure of status data 6-36 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 115 4 EXE(Execution Error) Indicates that an invalid device message has been received during testing or while in protection status. Not used in the tester Not used in the tester Not used in the tester Not used in the tester TOS6200/6210 6-37...
  • Page 116 *2: Limit based on the maximum rated output TOS6200: 150 VA TOS6210: 220 VA *3: Time limitation with respect to the output TOS6200: 15 A for 30 minutes TOS6210: 10 minutes for > 40 A or 30 minutes for > 20 A 6-38 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 117 Not used in the tester 3 Invalid device message Indicates that an invalid device message was generated. 2 Out-of-range error Indicates occurrence of out-of-range error. 1 Data error Indicates occurrence of data error. 0 Syntax error Indicates occurrence of header error. TOS6200/6210 6-39...

  • Page 118: List Of Device Messages

    Returns the value of the device status enable register. ✓ ✓ 23 DSR? Returns the value of the device status register. ✓ ✓ 24 ERR? Returns the value of the error register. ✓ ✓ 25 FAIL? Returns the value of the fail register 6-40 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 119 Returns the value of the invalid setting register. ✗ ✗ 34 LOWER(LOW) 0.001 to 1.200 0.001 OHM Setting for the lower reference value. (TOS6200) 0.001 to 0.600 (TOS6210) 0|1|OFF|ON ON/OFF setting for the lower limit judgment function. ✓ ✓ 35 LOWER?(LOW?) Returns the value set for the lower reference value.
  • Page 120 0 to 99 Recalls a program. ✓ ✓ 57 PRGTOTAL? 0 to 99 Returns the number of steps in the program corre- (PTOT?) sponding to the program number. ✓ ✓ 58 PROTECTION? Returns the value of the protection register. (PROT?) 6-42 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 121 72 TRM? Returns a current response message terminator. ✗ ✗ 73 UPPER(UPP) 0.001 to 1.200 0.001 OHM Setting for upper reference value (TOS6200) 0.001 to 0.600 (TOS6210) ✓ ✓ 74 UPPER?(UPP?) Returns the upper reference value. ✓ ✓ 75 VDATA?(VDAT?) Returns a measured voltage value.
  • Page 122 ON/OFF of lower limit judgment 0|1|OFF|ON ON/OFF of offset 0|1|OFF|ON ON/OFF of timer ✗ ✗ 81 VUPPER(VUPP) 0.01 to 5.40 0.01 Sets the upper reference value. TOS6210 only ✓ ✓ 82 VUPPER?(VUPP?) Returns the upper reference value. TOS6210 only 6-44 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 123: Example Programs

    KI-VISA This library can be downloaded from the Kikusui website (http://www.kikusui.co.jp). It is recommended that the TOS6200/6210 ActiveX driver also be downloaded. Note that the sample program does not use the TOS6200/6210 ActiveX driver. If you use this ActiveX driver, refer to the guidebook available at the same download page.
  • Page 124 Sample program 1 This program sets test conditions for the TOS6200/6210 via the GPIB interface, performs testing, and displays test results on the message box. Commands used with the RS-232C interface are given as comments. Private Sub Command1_Click() 'Writing style is based on VISA 1.20 or 2.01...
  • Page 125 'STOP switch. 'Closes the port vs = viClose(tos) 'Closes the port. 'Finalize VISA library vs = viClose(vi) 'Closes the VISA library. End Sub • The protection circuit is activated at 150 VA for TOS6200 or 220 VA for TOS6210. TOS6200/6210 6-47...
  • Page 126 Sample program 2 This program sets test conditions for three TOS6200/6210 memory addresses via the GPIB interface, sets memory numbers to program memory, and prepares for AUTO execution of testing. Option Explicit Private Sub Command1_Click() 'Writing style is based on VISA 1.2...
  • Page 127 = "PRGEDIT 10,1,21,1.5" + vbCrLf: vs = viWrite(tos, strCommand, Len(strCommand), r) 'MEM22 into the 10th strCommand = "PRGEDIT 10,2,22,2.5" + vbCrLf: vs = viWrite(tos, strCommand, Len(strCommand), r) 'program. 'Close the port vs = viClose(tos) 'Closes the port. 'Finalize VISA library vs = viClose(vi) 'Closes the VISA library. End Sub TOS6200/6210 6-49...
  • Page 128 = viWrite(tos, strCommand, Len(strCommand), r) 'Sets the device status enable 'register to FFH. 'Checks the device status strCommand = "DSR?" + vbCrLf: vs = viWrite(tos, strCommand, Len(strCommand), r) 'register and awaits a "Ready" vs = viRead(tos, strRdBack, 255, c) 'setting. 6-50 TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 129 'STOP switch. 'Closes the port vs = viClose(tos) 'Closes the port. 'Finalize VISA library vs = viClose(vi) 'Closes the VISA library. End Sub • The protection circuit is activated at 150 VA for TOS6200 or 220 VA for TOS6210. TOS6200/6210 6-51...
  • Page 130 6-52 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 131: Chapter 7 Maintenance

    Chapter 7 Maintenance Explains tester maintenance and inspection of the tester. To maintain high performance for an extended period, perform maintenance and inspect the tester regularly. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 132: Cleaning

    fires. If you find any breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue any use of the tester. To purchase accessories, please contact your Kikusui distributor/agent. ■ AC power cord Check for tears in the cable coating, looseness and fracture of the plug, and break- age of the cable.

  • Page 133: Checking And Replacing The Fuse

    Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC LINE connector on the rear panel. Use a screwdriver to remove the fuse holder, as shown in Fig. 7-1. Fuse Spare fuse Fig. 7-1 Removing the Fuse Holder TOS6200 FUSE (250 V) LINE VOLTAGE FREQUENCY RANGE RANGE UL198G IEC60127 ●...

  • Page 134: Replacing The Cooling Fan And Backup Battery

    • Since replacement of the cooling fan or backup battery involves removing WARNING the cover, all such work should be performed by our service personnel. If replacement is necessary, please contact Kikusui distributor/agent. ■ Cooling fan The cooling fan within the tester is rated for a service life of 60,000 hours.

  • Page 135: In Case Of Problems

    The fan adjusts its rotational rate depending on the tester's internal tem- peratures; if the internal temperatures are sufficiently low, the fan will not run. If "OVER HEAT" appears on the LCD and the fan is not running, the tester is defective. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 136 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 137: Chapter 8 Specifications

    • Warm-up time: 30 minutes • Temperature: 5°C to 35°C • Humidity: 20% to 80% R.H (no condensation) • “xx% of reading” represents xx% of the meter reading. • “xx% of setting” represents xx% of the set value. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 138: Basic Performance

    Basic Performance Item TOS6200 TOS6210 Output block 3.0 to 30.0 A AC 6.0 to 62.0 A AC (With respect to resistance resulting in (With respect to resistance resulting in Current setting range *1 output power of the maximum rated output power of the maximum rated...
  • Page 139 Item TOS6200 TOS6210 Pass/fail judgment function (continued) *3 Sampled voltage value-based judg- Not provided Window comparator system ment If a voltage value equal to or greater than the upper reference value is detected, a FAIL determination is returned. If a voltage value equal to or less than the lower reference value is detected, a FAIL determination is returned.

  • Page 140: Interface And Other Functions

    DOUBLE ACTION Allows testing only when the START switch is pressed within a half-second after the STOP switch is released. CONTACT CHECK Enables the tester to detect a current flowing through the output terminals to begin testing. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 141 All functions operable, except for the listen-only function Extended listener No functions operable Service request All functions operable Remote local All functions operable Parallel poll No functions operable Device clear All functions operable Device trigger No functions operable Controller No functions operable Electrical interface Open collector TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 142: General Specifications

    EN 61326-1 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Under following conditions 1. Used test leadwire (TL11-TOS for TOS6200, TL12-TOS for TOS6210) which is supplied. 2. Used the shielded cable which length is less than three meters when the SIG- NAL I/O is used.
  • Page 143 Item TOS6200 TOS6210 Physical dimensions (maximum) See 8.4, “External Dimensions Weight Approx. 9 kg (19.84 lbs) Approx. 11 kg (24.25 lbs) Accessories AC power cord 1 piece Test leadwire TL11-TOS 1 set TL12-TOS 1 set Short bar 2 pieces. (These are inserted between the OUTPUT and SAMPLING terminals.)

  • Page 144: External Dimensions

    External Dimensions MAX455 (17.91) 430 (16.93) MAX10 (0.39) Unit: mm (inch) Fig. 8-1 TOS6200 external dimensions MAX455 (17.91) 430 (16.93) 10 (0.39) Unit: mm (inch) MAX15 (0.59) Fig. 8-2 TOS6210 external dimensions TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 145: Appendix

    150 VA (TOS6200)/220 VA (TOS6210), achieving a power conversion effi- ciency of 90%. (3) Output transformer This step-down transformer generates a rated output of 6 V/25 A (TOS6200)/6 V, 40A (TOS6210), for which the secondary side is approximately 6 V when the pri- mary side is 30 V.

  • Page 146: Ascii Codes 20H To 7Eh

    REMOTE terminal, SIGNAL I/O connector, GPIB connector, or RS-232C connector. Also handles signal output to and communications with external devices. ASCII Codes 20H to 7EH NOTE • In the tester, 22H“””, 27H“‘”, 2CH“,” and 40H“@” are unavailable. TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 147: Initial Settings Of The Memory

    Test current: The maximum value of the standardized range • Frequency: 60 Hz for UL standard or 50 Hz for other standards • Test duration: The minimum value of the standardized range (1 sec if not speci- fied in the standard) TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 148: Summary Of The Safety Standards For Earth Continuity Testing

    3. Metal barriers Routine test Between all accessible conduct- Grounding pin for an AC inlet or ing parts of class-I devices power plug on the device side or pro- requiring grounding tective grounding terminal of perma- nently installed equipment TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 149 • The voltage drop should not exceed 10 V DC or AC. ment, a current twice that of the overcurrent prevention means speci- fied by the installation manual. Not specified See Remarks. Not speci- • Continuity should be detected during earth continuity testing. fied TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 150 No distinction Between all accessible conduct- Grounding terminal or grounding pin Electrical Appliance and Material ing parts requiring grounding for a power plug Safety Law TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 151 See Remarks. (0.1 Ω 15 A Not speci- • The test voltage must be 30 V or less. or equivalent, pro- fied • The measured voltage drop must be 1.5 V or less. vided that the test current is 15 A) TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 152 Protective conductor terminal: Protective bonding conductor NOTE • The table A.4 provides a summary of safety standards. Before performing actual testing, check the latest version of the applicable safety standard. TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 153 • For connections between the measuring circuit, accessible metal parts, and protective grounding terminals, crimp or fix the connec- tions to ensure adequately low contact resistance. 0.1 Ω or less 10 A to 25 A Not speci- fied TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 154 A-10 TOS6200/6210...

  • Page 155: Index

    LCD 3-3 Excerpts from the safety standards A-4 Line voltage 2-5 LOCAL / KEYLOCK 3-5 Lower limit judgment 4-8 Lower reference value 4-8 FAIL judgment 4-15 4-27 LP01-TOS 1-6 2-10 Fail Mode 4-17 LP02-TOS 1-6 2-10 Fan 3-7 TOS6200/6210 Index I-1...
  • Page 156 Program name 4-25 Test leads 2-8 Program screen 4-25 Test probe 1-6 2-10 Protection fuction 4-31 Test time 4-10 Protection status 4-31 Time limitation with respect to output 4-31 Timer 4-10 TL11-TOS 2-2 RC01-TOS 1-5 TL12-TOS 2-8 I-2 Index TOS6200/6210...
  • Page 157 Turning on the power 4-2 Unpacking 2-2 Upper reference value 4-5 UP<=LOW 4-30 VOLT LIMIT 4-33 TOS6200/6210 Index I-3...

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