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ADDENDUM
Please replace the “Set up” section on page 40 through page 41 of
the 2260B user manual with the following replacement:

Set Up

Line Voltage Connection – 1080W Models

Background The 1080W (2260B-30-108/80-40/ 250-13/800-

4) models use a universal power input that can
be used with 100 and 200 VAC systems. To
connect or replace the power cord, use the
procedure below:

The following procedure should only be attempted

Warning by competent persons.

Ensure the AC power cord is not connected to

power.

Removal 1. Turn off the power switch.

1

2. Unscrew the power cord

3
strain relief.

3. Remove the 2 screws

holding the power cord
cover and remove.
2
 4. Slide the cover off the AC
terminals.
4
5. Remove the AC power
cord wires.
5

Installation 1. Thread the power cord through the strain relief

and through the power cord cover.

2. Connect the AC power cord N L

wires to the AC input

terminals.

 White/Blue /Black(India)
 Neutral (N)
 Green/Green-yellow
 GND ( )
 Black/Brown/Red(India)
Ground

Neutral

 Line (L)
Line

3. Set the cover over the AC

terminals.
3
4. Screw the power cord cover
onto the rear panel using
the supplied screws.
4
5. Screw the strain relief onto
5
the power cord cover.
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 Table of Contents

Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 5

GETTING STARTED .......................................................... 9

2260B Series Overview ........................................... 11
Appearance ............................................................ 18
Theory of Operation ............................................... 25

OPERATION .................................................................. 38
Set Up ................................................................... 40
Basic Operation ..................................................... 60
Parallel / Series Operation ..................................... 75
Test Sequence ........................................................ 90

CONFIGURATION ......................................................... 102

Configuration ....................................................... 103

ANALOG CONTROL ...................................................... 122

Analog Remote Control Overview......................... 123
Remote Monitoring .............................................. 139

COMMUNICATION INTERFACE .................................... 144

Interface Configuration ........................................ 145

FIRMWARE UPGRADE PROCEDURE .............................. 158

Firmware Update ................................................. 159
Check the Firmware Version ................................. 162
Kernel Update ...................................................... 164
Check the Kernel Version ..................................... 167

MAINTENANCE ............................................................ 169

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FAQ .............................................................................. 171

APPENDIX .................................................................... 173

2260B Default Settings ........................................ 173
Error Messages & Messages ................................ 176
LED Display Format ............................................. 176
2260B Specifications ............................................ 177
2260B Dimensions ............................................... 194

INDEX .......................................................................... 201

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This chapter contains important safety
instructions that you must follow during
operation and storage. Read the following before
any operation to insure your safety and to keep
the instrument in the best possible condition.

Safety Symbols
These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the
instrument.

Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that

WARNING could result in injury or loss of life.

Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that

CAUTION could result in damage to the instrument or to
other properties.

DANGER High Voltage

Attention Refer to the Manual

Protective Conductor Terminal

Earth (ground) Terminal

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Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted

municipal waste. Please use a separate collection
facility or contact the supplier from which this
instrument was purchased.

Safety Guidelines

General  Do not place any heavy object on the

Guideline instrument.
 Avoid severe impact or rough handling that
CAUTION leads to damaging the instrument.
 Do not discharge static electricity to the
instrument.
 Use only mating connectors, not bare wires, for
the terminals.
 Do not block the cooling fan opening.
 Do not disassemble the instrument unless you
are qualified.
(Measurement categories) EN 61010-1:2010 and EN 61010-2-030
specify the measurement categories and their requirements as
follows. The 2260B falls under category II.
 Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the
source of low-voltage installation.
 Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the
building installation.
 Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the
circuits directly connected to the low voltage installation.
 0 is for measurements performed on circuits not directly
connected to Mains.

Power Supply  To avoid electrical shock connect the protective

grounding conductor of the AC power cord to
WARNING an earth ground.

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Cleaning the  Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.

Instrument  Use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild
detergent and water. Do not spray any liquid.
 Do not use chemicals containing harsh material
such as benzene, toluene, xylene, and acetone.

Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free,

Environment almost non-conductive pollution (Note below)
 Relative Humidity: 20%~ 85%
 Altitude: < 2000m
 Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
(Pollution Degree) EN 61010-1:2010 and EN 61010-2-030specify the
pollution degrees and their requirements as follows. The Instrument
falls under degree 2.
Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or
gaseous (ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric
strength or surface resistivity”.
 Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive
pollution occurs. The pollution has no influence.
 Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution
occurs. Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused
by condensation must be expected.
 Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry, non-
conductive pollution occurs which becomes conductive due to
condensation which is expected. In such conditions, equipment
is normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight,
precipitation, and full wind pressure, but neither temperature
nor humidity is controlled.

Storage  Location: Indoor

environment  Temperature: -25°C to 70°C
 Relative Humidity: <90%
Disposal Do not dispose this instrument as unsorted
municipal waste. Please use a separate collection
facility or contact the supplier from which this
instrument was purchased. Please make sure
discarded electrical waste is properly recycled to
reduce environmental impact.

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Power cord for the United Kingdom

When using the power supply in the United Kingdom, make sure
the power cord meets the following safety instructions.
NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: The wires in this lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Green/ Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live (Phase)
As the colours of the wires in main leads may not correspond with
the coloured marking identified in your plug/appliance, proceed
as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green & Yellow must be connected to
the Earth terminal marked with either the letter E, the earth symbol
or coloured Green/Green & Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Blue or Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter L or P or coloured Brown or Red.
If in doubt, consult the instructions provided with the equipment
or contact the supplier.
This cable/appliance should be protected by a suitably rated and
approved HBC mains fuse: refer to the rating information on the
equipment and/or user instructions for details. As a guide, a cable
of 0.75mm2 should be protected by a 3A or 5A fuse. Larger
conductors would normally require 13A types, depending on the
connection method used.
Any exposed wiring from a cable, plug or connection that is
engaged in a live socket is extremely hazardous. If a cable or plug is
deemed hazardous, turn off the mains power and remove the cable,
any fuses and fuse assemblies. All hazardous wiring must be
immediately destroyed and replaced in accordance to the above
standard.

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GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the power supply in a
nutshell, including its main features and front /
rear panel introduction. After going through the
overview, please read the theory of operation to
become familiar with the operating modes,
protection modes and other safety considerations.

2260B Series Overview ........................................... 11

Series lineup ...............................................................................................11
Main Features ............................................................................................12
Accessories .................................................................................................13
2260B-30/80 Accessories ..............................................................13
2260B-250/800 Accessories ..........................................................15
Package Contents......................................................................................17
Appearance ............................................................ 18
2260B Front Panel ....................................................................................18
Rear Panel ..................................................................................................21
Theory of Operation ............................................... 25
Operating Area Description ...................................................................25
CC and CV Mode .....................................................................................28
Slew Rate ....................................................................................................30
Bleeder Control .........................................................................................30
Internal Resistance....................................................................................31
Alarms .........................................................................................................32

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Considerations .......................................................................................... 33
Grounding ................................................................................................. 36

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2260B Series Overview

Series lineup
The 2260B series consists of 12 models, divided into 3 different
model types covering 3 power capacities: 360W models, 720W
models and 1080W models.

Throughout the user manual, 2260B-30, 2260B-80,

Note 2260B-250 or 2260B-800 will refer to any of the
2260B models with a maximum voltage rating of
30V, 80V, 250V or 800V, respectively.

Model name Type Voltage Rating Current Rating Power

2260B-30-36 360W models 0~30V 0~36A 360W
2260B-80-13 360W models 0~80V 0~13.5A 360W
2260B-250-4 360W models 0~250V 0~4.5A 360W
2260B-800-1 360W models 0~800V 0~1.44A 360W
2260B-30-72 720W models 0~30V 0~72A 720W
2260B-80-27 720W models 0~80V 0~27A 720W
2260B-250-9 720W models 0~250V 0~9A 720W
2260B-800-2 720W models 0~800V 0~2.88A 720W
2260B-30-108 1080W models 0~30V 0~108A 1080W
2260B-80-40 1080W models 0~80V 0~40.5A 1080W
2260B-250-13 1080W models 0~250V 0~13.5A 1080W
2260B-800-4 1080W models 0~800V 0~4.32A 1080W

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Apart from the differences in output, each unit differs in size. The
720W and 1080W models are larger than the 360W models to
accommodate the increase in power.

360 W models 720 W models 1080 W models

Main Features

Performance  High performance/power

 Power efficient switching type power supply
 Low impact on load devices
 Fast transient recovery time of 1ms
 Fast output response time

Features  OVP, OCP and OTP protection

 Adjustable voltage and current slew rates
 User adjustable bleeder control to quickly
dissipate the power after shutdown to safe
levels.
 Extensive remote monitoring and control
options
 Support for series* and parallel connections.
*(30, 80 volt models only)
 Power on configuration settings.
 Web server monitoring and control

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Interface  Ethernet port

 Analog connector for analog voltage and current
monitoring
 USB host and device port

Accessories
Please check the contents before using the 2260B.

2260B-30/80 Accessories

Standard Part number Description

Accessories
196353000 Test Leads x1(10AWG, Max. 45A,
Max.600V)
174627900 USB Cable
020312300 Basic Accessories Kit:(360W, 720W)
M4 terminal screws and washers x2, M8
terminal bolts, nuts and washers x2, Air
filter x1, Analog control protection
dummy x1, Analog control lock lever x1,
Output terminal cover (top & bottom)
060316400 Basic Accessories Kit:(1080W)
M4 terminal screws and washers x2, M8
terminal bolts, nuts and washers x2, Air
filter x1, Analog control protection
dummy x1, Analog control lock lever x1,
Output terminal cover (top & bottom),
Strain relief.
063453401 CD-R 2260B Manuals & Drivers
071305502 Quick Start Guide
PWRKI A*_ Power cord
071305700 China RoHS Declaration
001163200 Calibration of Traceable Certificate

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001163300 Packing Check List

Optional Part number Description
Accessories
2260-001 Accessory Kit:
Pin contact x10, Socket x1, Protection
cover x1
2260-002 Simple IDC Tool

2260-003 Contact Removal Tool

2260-004 Basic Accessory Kit:

M4 terminal screws and washers x2, M8
terminal bolts, nuts and washers x2, Air
filter x1, Analog control protection
dummy x1, Analog control lock lever x1,
Output terminal cover (top & bottom),
Strain relief
2260-005 Cable for 2 units in Series connection.
2260-006 Cable for 2 units in Parallel connection.
2260-007 Cable for 3 units in Parallel connection.
2260-008 Test Lead Set with Lugs
2260B-EXTERM Extended terminal
2260B-RMK-JIS Rack mount adapter (JIS)
2260B-RMK-EIA Rack mount adapter (EIA)
2260B-GPIB-USB GPIB to USB adapter
Download Name Description
keithley_2260B.inf USB driver

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2260B-250/800 Accessories

Standard Part number Description

Accessories
196353900 Test Leads x1(20AWG, Max. 9A, Max.
3kV)
174627900 USB Cable
020315700 Basic Accessories Kit: (360W, 720W)
Air filter x1, Analog control protection
dummy x1, Analog control lock lever x1,
Output terminal cover (top & bottom),
High voltage output terminal
060316500 Basic Accessories Kit: (1080W)
Air filter x1, Analog control protection
dummy x1, Analog control lock lever x1,
Output terminal cover (top & bottom),
High voltage output terminal, Strain relief
063453401 CD-R 2260B Manuals & Drivers
071305502 Quick Start Guide
PWRKI A*_ Power cord
071305700 China RoHS Declaration
001163200 Calibration of Traceable Certificate
001163300 Packing Check List

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Optional Part number Description

Accessories
2260-001 Accessory Kit:
Pin contact x10, Socket x1, Protection
cover x1
2260-002 Simple IDC Tool

2260-003 Contact Removal Tool

2260-005 Cable for 2 units in Series connection.

2260-006 Parallel operation cable for 2 units.
2260-007 Parallel operation cable for 3 units.
2260-009 Test Leads (for High Voltage)
2260-010 Basic Accessories Kit:
Air filter x1, Analog control protection
dummy x1, Analog control lock lever x1,
Output terminal cover (top & bottom),
High voltage output terminal, Strain relief
2260B-EXTERM- Extended terminal (For 250V/800V HV
HV models)
2260B-RMK-JIS Rack mount adapter (JIS)
2260B-RMK-EIA Rack mount adapter (EIA)
2260B-GPIB-USB GPIB to USB adapter
Download Name Description
keithley_2260B.inf USB driver

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Package Contents
Check the contents before using the 2260B.

Opening the box

Contents  Main unit  Power cord x1

(single unit)  Test leads x1  China RoHS
 USB cable Declaration

 Basic Accessories Kit  Calibration of

Traceable Certificate
 CD-R Manual
 Packing Check List
 Quick Start Guide

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Appearance

2260B Front Panel

2260B-30-72, 80-27, 250-9, 800-2 (720W)

Voltage
Display knob

Current
Cover knob
panel Output
key

Power
switch Function
keys

USB A
port

2260B-30-108, 80-40, 250-13, 800-4 (1080W) 2260B-30-36, 80-13,

250-4, 800-1 (360W)

2260B-30-108 1080W

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Function Keys The Function keys along with the Output key will
light up when a key is active.

The Function key is used to

configure the power supply.

Set the overcurrent or overvoltage

protection levels.

Sets the current and voltage limits.

Used to run customized Test

sequence for testing.

Locks or unlocks the panel keys to

prevent accidentally changing
panel settings.

Toggles the display from viewing

V/A  V/W or A/W*.
*Press the Voltage knob for V/W,
press the Current knob for A/W.

Display VSR Voltage Slew Rate

Indicators CV Constant Voltage Mode
RMT Remote Control Mode
ALM Alarm on
DLY Delay Output
CC Constant Current Mode
ISR Current Slew Rate
20 40 60 Power bar
80 100 %W Indicates the current power output
as a percentage.

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Voltage Knob Sets the voltage.

Current Knob Sets the current.

Output Press to turn on the output. The

Output key will light up when the
output is active.

USB The USB A port is used to update

the firmware. The firmware can
only be updated at a service
center.

Power Switch Used to turn the power on/off.

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Rear Panel
2260B-30-72, 80-27 (720W)

Analog control Sense+ USB B Output

connector terminal port terminal
(+)
Chassis
ground

Sense- SER.NO. LABEL

terminal
Output
terminal (-)

Fan

LAN

LAN
AC 100 240V
47 63Hz 1000VA MAX.

AC Input

2260B-30-108, 80-40 (1080W) 2260B-30-36, 80-13

(360W)
AC Input

SER.NO. LABEL

AC 100 240V
N L 47 63Hz 500VA MAX.
LAN
AC 100 240V
47 63Hz 1500VA MAX.

LAN

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2260B-250-9, 800-2 (720W)

Analog control Sense+ USB B Output

connector terminal port terminals +V

Sense-
terminal
V SN.C. S V
SER.NO. LABEL

Chassis
ground

Output
terminals -V
Fan

LAN
LAN
AC 100 240V
47 63Hz 1000VA MAX.

AC Input

2260B-250-13, 800-4 (1080W) 2260B-250-4, 800-1

(360W)
AC Input

V SN.C. S V V SN.C. S V
SER.NO. LABEL

AC 100 240V
N L 47 63Hz 500VA MAX.
LAN
AC 100 240V
47 63Hz 1500VA MAX.

LAN

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Analog Control Standard 26 pin MIL connector

Connector (OMRON XG4 IDC plug).

The analog control connector is

used to monitor current and voltage
output, machine status (OVP, OCP,
OTP etc.), and for analog control of
the current and voltage output.

Use an OMRON XG5 IDC socket as

the mating socket.

Output Terminals Positive (+) and negative (-) output

(30, 80 volt terminals.
models)

Chassis ground

Sense (-S) and Sense (+S) terminals.

Output Terminals The 250 and 800 volt models use a 9 pin connector
(250, 800 volt and a plug for the output and sense terminal
models) connections. The plug is a MC420-38109Z plug by
DECA SwitchLab Inc. This plug is also available
separately.

V SN.C. S V
Positive (V+) and negative (V-)
output terminals (3 of each).

V SN.C. S V
Chassis ground

V SN.C. S V
Sense (-S) and Sense (+S)
terminals.

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USB B port The USB B port is used for remote

control.

Fans Temperature controlled fans

Ethernet Port LAN

The Ethernet port is used for remote
control and digital monitoring from
a PC.

Line Voltage 360W models:

Input 2260B-30-36/80-13/250-4/ 800-1
720W models:
2260B-30-72/80-27/250-9/ 800-2
 Voltage Input: 100~240 VAC
 Line frequency: 50Hz/60 Hz
(Automatically switchable)
 AC Input voltage range:
85VAC~265VAC
 Frequency: 47Hz~63Hz

Line Voltage N L
1080W models:
Input 2260B-30-108/80-40/250-13/800-4
 Voltage Input: 100~240 VAC
 Line frequency: 50Hz/60 Hz
(Automatically switchable)

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Theory of Operation
The theory of operation chapter describes the basic principles of
operation, protection modes and important considerations that
must be taken into account before use.

Operating Area Description

Background The 2260B power supplies are regulated DC

power supplies with a high voltage and current
output. These operate in CC (Constant current)
or CV (Constant voltage) mode within a wide
operating range limited only by the output
power.

The operating area of each power supply is

determined by the rated output power as well
as the voltage and current rating. For example
the operating area and rated power output for
the 2260B- 30-36 is shown below.

Voltage
Operating Area
30

360W rated power

10

Current
12 36

When the power supply is configured so that

the total output (current x voltage output) is
less than the rated power output, the power
supply functions as a typical constant current,
constant voltage power supply.

If however, the power supply is configured

such that the total output (current x voltage

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output) exceeds the rated power output, the

effective output is actually limited to the power
limit of the unit. In this case the output current
and voltage then depend purely on the load
value.

Below is a comparison of the operating areas of

each power supply.

2260B 800V Series Operating Area

0.45 0.9 1.35 1.44 2.88 4.32
900
800 800
700 360W
Voltage (V)

600 702W
500 1080W
400
300
250
200
100
0
0 1 2 3 4 5

Current (A)

2260B 250V Series Operating Area

1.44 2.88 4.32 4.5 9 13.5

250 250
200 360W
Voltage (V)

720W
150 1080W
100
80
50
0
0 3 6 9 12 15

Current (A)

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2260B 80V Series Operating Area

4.5 9.0 13.5 27 40.5
90
80 80
360W
Voltage (V)

60 720W
1080W
40
26.6
20

0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45

Current (A)

2260B 30V Series Operating Area

12 24 36 72 108
35
30 30
25 360W
Voltage (V)

20 720W
1080W
15
10 10
5
0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120

Current (A)

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CC and CV Mode

CC and CV mode When the power supply is operating in

Description constant current mode (CC) a constant current
will be supplied to the load. When in constant
current mode the voltage output can vary,
while the current remains constant. When the
load resistance increases to the point where the
current limit (ISET) can no longer be sustained
the power supply switches to CV mode. The
point where the power supply switches modes
is the crossover point.

When the power supply is operating in CV

mode, a constant voltage will be supplied to
the load, while the current will vary as the load
varies. At the point that the load resistance is
too low to maintain a constant voltage, the
power supply will switch to CC mode and
maintain the set current limit.

The conditions that determine whether the

power supply operates in CC or CV mode
depends on the set current (ISET), the set voltage
(VSET), the load resistance (RL) and the critical
resistance (RC). The critical resistance is
determined by VSET/ISET. The power supply
will operate in CV mode when the load
resistance is greater than the critical resistance.
This means that the voltage output will be
equal to the VSET voltage but the current will be
less than ISET. If the load resistance is reduced
to the point that the current output reaches the
ISET level, the power supply switches to CC
mode.

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Conversely the power supply will operate in

CC mode when the load resistance is less than
the critical resistance. In CC mode the current
output is equal to ISET and the voltage output is
less than VSET.

V
RL=RC
CV
VSET
Crossover
RL>RC point

CC

RL<RC

I
ISET

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Slew Rate

Theory The 2260B has selectable slew rates for CC and

CV mode. This gives the 2260B power supply
the ability to limit the current/voltage draw of
the power supply. Slew rate settings are
divided into High Speed Priority and Slew
Rate Priority. High Speed Priority mode
disables slew rate settings for CC or CV mode.
Slew Rate Priority mode allows for user
adjustable slew rates for CC or CV mode. The
rising and falling slew rate can be set
independently.

Slew rate=
Disabled Slew rate =
Enabled

Bleeder Control

Background The 2260B DC power supplies employ a bleed

resistor in parallel with the output terminals.

Bleed
2260B Load
resistor

Bleed resistors are designed to dissipate the

power from the power supply filter capacitors

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when power is turned off and the load is

disconnected. Without a bleed resistor, power
may remain charged on the filter capacitors for
some time and be potentially hazardous.

In addition, bleed resistors also allow for

smoother voltage regulation of the power
supply as the bleed resistor acts as a minimum
voltage load.

The bleed resistance can be turned on or off

using the configuration settings.

By default the bleed resistance is on. For battery

Note charging applications, be sure to turn the bleed
resistance off as the bleed resistor can discharge
the connected battery when the unit is off.

Internal Resistance

Background On the 2260B, the internal resistance of the

power supply can be user-defined in software.
(Internal Resistance Setting, page 31). When the
internal resistance is set it can be seen as a
resistance in series with the positive output
terminal. This allows the power supply to
simulate power sources that have internal
resistances such as lead acid batteries.
Internal Unit Model Internal Resistance Range
Resistance Range 2260B-30-36 0.000 ~ 0.833Ω
2260B-30-72 0.000 ~ 0.417Ω
2260B-30-108 0.000 ~ 0.278Ω
2260B-80-13 0.000 ~ 5.926Ω
2260B-80-27 0.000 ~ 2.963Ω
2260B-80-40 0.000 ~ 1.975Ω
2260B-250-4 0.00 ~ 55.55Ω
2260B-250-9 0.00 ~ 27.77Ω
2260B-250-13 0.00 ~ 18.51Ω

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2260B-800-1 0.0 ~ 555.5Ω

2260B-800-2 0.0 ~ 277.8Ω
2260B-800-4 0.0 ~ 185.1Ω

Alarms
The 2260B power supplies have a number of protection features.
When one of the protection alarms are set, the ALM icon on the
display will be lit. For details on how to set the protection modes,
please see page 60.

OVP Overvoltage protection (OVP) prevents a high

voltage from damaging the load.

OCP Overcurrent protection prevents high current

from damaging the load.

OTP Overtemperature protection protects the

instrument from overheating.

Power Switch Trip When the Power Switch Trip configuration

setting is enabled, the power supply will
automatically shut down when a protection
setting has been tripped (OCP, OVP, OTP).

Alarm output Alarms are output via the analog control

connector. The alarm output is an isolated
open-collector photo coupler output.

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Considerations
The following situations should be taken into consideration when
using the power supply.

Inrush current When the power supply switch is first turned

on, an inrush current is generated. Ensure there
is enough power available for the power
supply when first turned on, especially if a
number of units are turned on at the same
time.

Allow at least 15 seconds between cycling the

Caution power. Cycling the power on and off quickly can
cause the inrush current limiting circuit to fail as
well as reduce the working life of the input fuse
and power switch.

Pulsed or Peaked When the load has current peaks or is pulsed, it

loads is possible for the maximum current to exceed
the mean current value. The 2260B power
supply ammeter only indicates mean current
values, which means for pulsed current loads,
the actual current can exceed the indicated
value. For pulsed loads, the current limit must
be increased, or a power supply with a greater
capacity must be chosen. As shown below, a
pulsed load may exceed the current limit and
the indicated current on the power supply
ammeter.

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Current limit
level

Measured
Ammeter
current

Reverse Current: When the power supply is connected to a

Regenerative load regenerative load such as a transformer or
inverter, reverse current will feed back to the
power supply. The 2260B power supply cannot
absorb reverse current. For loads that create
reverse current, connect a resistor in parallel to
the power supply to bypass the reverse
current. This description only applies when the
bleed resistance is off.

2260B Resistor Load

Reverse current

The current output will decrease by the amount of

Note current absorbed by the resistor.

Ensure the resistor used can withstand the power

capacity of the power supply/load.

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Reverse Current: When the power supply is connected to a load

Accumulative such as a battery, reverse current may flow
energy. back to the power supply. To prevent damage
to the power supply, use a reverse-current-
protection diode in series between the power
supply and load.

Diode

2260B Load

Ensure the reverse withstand voltage of the diode

CAUTION is able to withstand 2 times the rated output
voltage of the power supply and the forward
current capacity can withstand 3 to 10 times the
rated output current of the power supply.

Ensure the diode is able to withstand the heat

generated in the following scenarios.

When the diode is used to limit reverse voltage,

remote sensing cannot be used.

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Grounding
The output terminals of the 2260B power supplies are isolated with
respect to the protective grounding terminal. The insulation
capacity of the load, the load cables and other connected devices
must be taken into consideration when connected to the protective
ground or when floating.

Floating As the output terminals are floating, the load

and all load cables must have an insulation
capacity that is greater than the isolation
voltage of the power supply.

Analog
2260B
connector
Ext-V
Load
Ext-R

( ) Insulation capacity ≥ isolation voltage

of power supply

If the insulation capacity of the load and load

WARNING cables is not greater than the isolation voltage of
the power supply, electric shock may occur.

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Grounded output If the positive or negative terminal is connected

terminal to the protective ground terminal, the
insulation capacity needed for the load and
load cables is greatly reduced. The insulation
capacity only needs to be greater than the
maximum output voltage of the power supply
with respect to ground.

Analog
connector 2260B
Ext-V
Load
Ext-R

( ) Insulation capacity ≥ voltage of power

supply with respect to ground

If using external voltage control, do not ground

CAUTION the external voltage terminal as this will create a
short circuit.

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OPERATION
Set Up .................................................................... 40
Line Voltage Connection – 1080W Models ........................................ 40
Filter Installation ...................................................................................... 42
Power Up .................................................................................................. 43
Wire Gauge Considerations ................................................................... 44
Output Terminals 2260B-30/80 ........................................................... 45
Using the Output Terminal Cover 2260B-30/80 .............................. 47
Output Terminals 2260B-250/800 ....................................................... 49
Using the Output Terminal Cover 2260B-250/800 .......................... 53
Using the Rack Mount Kit ..................................................................... 54
How to Use the Instrument ................................................................... 54
Reset to Factory Default Settings ......................................................... 56
View System Version and Build Date .................................................. 57
Basic Operation ..................................................... 60
Setting OVP/OCP Levels ...................................................................... 60
Set to CV Mode ....................................................................................... 63
Set to CC Mode ........................................................................................ 66
Display Modes .......................................................................................... 69
Panel Lock................................................................................................. 70
Remote Sense ........................................................................................... 71
Parallel / Series Operation ..................................... 75
Master-Slave Parallel Overview ............................................................. 76
Master-Slave Parallel Connection ......................................................... 79
Master-Slave Parallel Operation ............................................................ 81
Master-Slave Series Overview................................................................ 84
Master-Slave Series Connection ............................................................ 86
Master-Slave Series Operation ............................................................... 88
Test Sequence ........................................................ 90
Test Sequence File Format..................................................................... 91
Test Sequence Settings ............................................................................ 94
Setting the Test Sequence Settings ....................................................... 95
Load Test Sequence from USB ............................................................. 96
Run Test Sequence .................................................................................. 97
Export Test Sequence to USB............................................................... 98

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Remove Test Sequence ............................................................................99

Test Sequence Error Messages ............................................................ 100

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Set Up

Line Voltage Connection – 1080W Models

Background The 1080W (2260B-30-108/80-40/ 250-13/800-4)

models use a universal power input that can be
used with 100 and 200 VAC systems. To
connect or replace the power cord, use the
procedure below:

The following procedure should only be attempted

Warning by competent persons.

Ensure the AC power cord is not connected to

power.

Removal 1. Turn off the power switch.

1

2. Unscrew the power cord

3
protective sheath.

3. Remove the 2 screws

holding the power cord
cover and remove. 2

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4. Slide the cover off the AC

terminals.
4
5. Remove the AC power
cord wires.
5

Installation 1. Connect the AC power N L

cord wires to the AC input

terminals.

 White/Blue  Neutral (N)

 Green/Green-
yellowGND ( )
 Black/Brown  Line (L)

Ground

Neutral

2. Set the cover back over the Line

AC terminals.
2

3. Re-install the power cord

cover.

4. Screw the power cord

sheath back onto the cover. 3
4

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Filter Installation

Background The 2260B has a small filter that must first be

inserted under the control panel before
operation. The small filter must be inserted for
all models types (360W/720W/1080W).

Steps 1. Insert the small filter in the open area under the
control panel.

2. The unit is now ready to power up.

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Power Up

Steps 1. 360W or 720W models:

Connect the power cord to
the rear panel socket.

1080W models: Connect Page 40

the power cord to the
universal power input.

2. Press the POWER key. If used for the first time,

the default settings will appear on the display,
otherwise the 2260B recovers the state right
before the power was last turned OFF.
For default configuration settings, see page 173.

The power supply takes around 8 seconds to fully

CAUTION turn on and shutdown.

Do not turn the power on and off quickly. Please

wait for the display to fully turn off.

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Wire Gauge Considerations

Background Before connecting the output terminals to a

load, the wire gauge of the cables should be
considered.

It is essential that the current capacity of the

load cables is adequate. The rating of the cables
must equal or exceed the maximum current
rated output of the instrument.

Recommended Wire Gauge Nominal Cross Maximum Current

wire gauge Section
20 0.5 9
18 0.75 11
18 1 13
16 1.5 18
14 2.5 24
12 4 34
10 6 45
8 10 64
6 16 88
4 25 120
2 32 145
1 50 190
0 70 240
0 95 290
0 120 340
The maximum temperature rise can only be 60
degrees above the ambient temperature. The
ambient temperature must be less than 30 deg.

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Output Terminals 2260B-30/80

Background Before connecting the output terminals to the

load, first consider whether voltage sense will
be used, the gauge of the cable wiring and the
withstand voltage of the cables and load.

The output terminals can be connected to load

cables using M4 sized screws or M8 sized bolts.

WARNING Dangerous voltages. Ensure that the power to the

instrument is disabled before handling the power
supply output terminals. Failing to do so may lead
to electric shock.

Steps 1. Turn the power switch off.

2. Remove the output terminal cover. Page 47

3. If necessary, screw the chassis Page 36

ground terminal to either the
positive or negative terminal. See
the grounding chapter for details.

Ground

Sense joining plates

4. Choose a suitable wire gauge for Page 44

the load cables.

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5. Choose a suitable crimp for the terminals.

6. If using voltage sense, remove the Page 71

sense terminal joining plates and
connect sensing wires to the
load(s).

7. Connect the positive load cable to the positive

output terminal and the negative cable to the
negative output terminal.

8. Reattach the output terminal Page 47

cover.

Connection with Using M4 screws Using M8 bolts

local sense wiring Positive Positive
potential potential

Negative Negative
potential potential

Connection with Using M4 screws Using M8 bolts

voltage sense Sense + Sense +
wiring

Sense - Sense -

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Using the Output Terminal Cover 2260B-30/80

Steps 1. Remove the screw holding the top cover to the

bottom cover.

2. Line-up the bottom cover with the notches in

the output terminals.

3. Place the top terminal cover over the bottom

cover.

1 2 Details

4. Use your thumb to slide the terminal covers

shut, as shown in the diagram below.

5. When the top and bottom covers are flush, re-

insert the screw that was removed in step 1.

5
4

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Removal Reverse the procedure to remove the terminal

covers.

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Output Terminals 2260B-250/800

Background The high voltage models (2260B-250 and 2260B

-800 models) use a 9 pin socket for the output
voltage and sense connections. The
corresponding plugs should be used to connect
the terminals to the appropriate cable.

Before connecting the output terminals to the

load, first consider whether voltage sense will
be used, the gauge of the cable wiring and the
withstand voltage of the cables and load.

WARNING Dangerous voltages. Ensure that the power to the

instrument is disabled before handling the power
supply output terminals. Failing to do so may lead
to electric shock.

Please note the wire gauge used and the capacity

of the plug/socket. It may be necessary to wire the
load to a number of terminals to offset the
capacity over a number of terminals.

Output Connector When using the output connector make sure

Overview the wires that are used follow the following
guidelines:

Wire gauge: AWG 26 to AWG 16

Strip length 6.5mm // 0.26 in.
Current rating 10A
Insulation resistance AC 2000V min
Insulation withstand >2000MΩ DC500V
voltage
Operation -40ºC to +105ºC
Temperature

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Output Connector -V: -V terminals (x3)

Pinout -S: -Sense terminal
NC: Not connected
+S: +Sense terminal
-V
-S +V: +V terminals
N.C.
+S (x3)
+V

Wiring the Loosen a a. Unscrew the

Connector Plug appropriate terminal
c
Tighten anticlockwise to
release the
receptacle.

b b. Insert a wire that has

had at least ~7mm
stripped from the
insulation.

c. Tighten the
receptacle by
screwing clockwise.

Steps 1. Turn the power switch off.

2. Remove the output terminal cover. Page 53

3. Choose a suitable wire gauge for Page 44

the load cables.

4. Strip ~7mm from one end of each load cable.

5. Connect the positive load cable to one of the

+V pins and the negative cable to one of the -V
pins.

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WARNING Please note the wire gauge used and the capacity
of the plug/socket. It may be necessary to wire the
load to a number of terminals to offset the
capacity over a number of terminals.

6. If using local sense, connect the -S pin to a -V

pin, and connect the +S pin to a +V pin.

V SN.C. S V

7. If not using local sense, see the Page 71

remote sense section to wire the
sense terminals for remote
sensing.

8. If necessary, connect the chassis Page 36

ground terminal to either the -V or
+V pin. See the grounding chapter
for details.

V SN.C. S V

9. Reattach the output terminal Page 53

cover.

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Local Sense
Wiring
To negative
potential To positive
potential
-V
+V

Remote Sense
Wiring

To negative
potential To positive
potential
-V
-S
+S
+V

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Using the Output Terminal Cover 2260B-250/800

Steps 1. Screw the bottom

cover onto the rear
panel using the two
M4 screws.

2. Slide the top cover

over the bottom
cover.
2

3. Finally, secure the

top cover with the
screw in the center of
the top cover.
3

Removal Reverse the procedure to remove the terminal

covers.

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Using the Rack Mount Kit

Background The 2260B series has an optional Rack Mount

Kit (Part number: [JIS] 2260B-RMK-JIS , [EIA]
2260B-RMK-EIA) that can be used to hold 6x
2260B 360W models, 3x 720W models, 2x
1080W models or a combination of all models
(1x 360W, 1x 720W and 1x 1080W).

Rack mount 360W 720W 1080W

diagram

How to Use the Instrument

Background The 2260B power supplies use a novel method

of configuring parameter values only using the
Voltage or Current knobs. The knobs are used
to quickly edit parameter values at 0.01, 0.1 or 1
unit steps at a time.

When the user manual says to set a value or

parameter, use the steps below.

Example Use the Voltage knob to set a voltage of 10.05

volts.

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4. Repeatedly press the Voltage knob Voltage

until the last digit is highlighted.

This will allow the voltage to be
edited in 0.01 volt steps.

5. Turn the Voltage knob till 0.05

volts is shown. Voltage

V V

A A

6. Repeatedly press the Voltage knob until the

first digit is highlighted. This will allow the
voltage to be edited in 1 volt steps.

7. Turn the Voltage knob until 10.05 is shown.

V V

A A

Notice the Set key becomes illuminated when

Note setting the current or voltage.

If the Voltage or Current knobs are unresponsive,

press the Set key first.

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Reset to Factory Default Settings

Background The F-88 configuration setting allows the 2260B

to be reset back to the factory default settings.
See page 173 for the default factory settings.

Steps 8. Press the Function key. The

Function key will light up.

9. The display should show F-

01 on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

Voltage
10. Rotate the Voltage knob to change
the F setting to F-88 (Factory Set
Value).

11. Use the Current knob to set the Currnet

F-88 setting to 1 (Return to factory
settings).

12. Press the Voltage knob to confirm.

Voltage
ConF will be displayed when
successful.

13. Press the Function key again to

exit. The function key light will
turn off.

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View System Version and Build Date

Background The F-89 configuration setting allows you to

view the 2260B version number, build date,
keyboard version, analog-control version and
kernel build.

Steps 14. Press the Function key. The

Function key will light up.

15. The display should show F-

01 on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

Voltage
16. Rotate the Voltage knob to change
the F setting to F-89 (Show
Version).

17. Rotate the Current knob to view Current

the version and build date for the
various items.

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F-89 0-XX: Main Program Version

1-XX: Main Program Version
2-XX: Main Program Build On-Year.
3-XX: Main Program Build On-Year.
4-XX: Main Program Build On-Month.
5-XX: Main Program Build On-Day.
6-XX: Keyboard CPLD version.
7-XX: Keyboard CPLD version.
8-XX: Analog CPLD version.
9-XX: Analog CPLD version.
A-XX: Reserved.
B-XX: Reserved.
C-XX: Kernel Build On-Year.
D-XX: Kernel Build On-Year.
E -XX: Kernel Build On-Month.
F-XX: Kernel Build On-Day.

18. Press the Function key again to

exit. The function key light will
turn off.

Example Main Program Version: Vt1.50, 2014/08-03

0-t1: Main Program Version

1-50: Main Program Version
2-20: Main Program Build On-Year.
3-14: Main Program Build On-Year.
4-08: Main Program Build On-Month.
5-03: Main Program Build On-Day.

Example Keyboard CPLD Version: 0x030c

6-03: Keyboard CPLD Version.

7-0c: Keyboard CPLD Version.

Example Analog CPLD Version: 0x0427

8-04: Analog CPLD Version.

9-27: Analog CPLD Version.

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Example Kernel Version: 2013/03/22

C-20: Kernel Build On-Year.

D-13: Kernel Build On-Year.
E-03: Kernel Build On-Month.
F-22: Kernel Build On-Day.

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Basic Operation
This section describes the basic operations required to operate the
power supply.
 Setting OVP/OCP → from page 60
 CV mode → from page 63
 CC mode → from page 66
 Display modes → page 69
 Panel lock → page 70
 Remote sensing → from page 71

Before operating the power supply, please see the Getting Started
chapter, page 9.

Setting OVP/OCP Levels

Background For most models the OVP level has a selectable

range of approximately* 10% to 110% of the
rated output voltage. Likewise the OCP level
for most models has a selectable range of
approximately* 10%~ 110% of the rated output
current. The OVP and OCP level is set to the
maximum by default. The OCP level can also be
turned off.

*Note that the actual setting range differs for

each model.

When one of the protection measures are on,

ALM is shown on the panel display. By default,
the power switch will turn off when any of the
protection levels are tripped.

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ALM

Before setting the OVP or OCP level:

 Ensure the load is not connected.
 Ensure the output is set to off.

Setting Ranges
2260B (360W) 30-36 80-13 250-4 800-1
OVP Range (V) 3-33 8-88 20-275 20-880
OCP Range (A) 3.6-39.6 1.35-14.85 0.45-4.95 0.144-1.584
2260B (720W) 30-72 80-27 250-9 800-2
OVP Range (V) 3-33 8-88 20-275 20-880
OCP Range (A) 5-79.2 2.7-29.7 0.9-9.9 0.288-3.168
2260B (1080W) 30-108 80-40 250-13 800-4
OVP Range (V) 3-33 8-88 20-275 20-880
OCP Range (A) 5-118.8 4.05-44.55 1.35-14.85 0.432-4.752

Steps 1. Press the OVP/OCP key. The

OVP/OCP key lights up.

2. The OVP setting will be displayed on the top

and the OCP setting (or OFF) will be displayed
on the bottom.

OVP Setting
V

OCP Setting
A

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OVP Level 3. Use the Voltage knob to set the Voltage

OVP level.

OCP Level 4. Use the Current knob to set the Current

OCP level.

5. Press OVP/OCP again to exit. The

OVP/OCP indicator will turn off.

Power switch trip Set F-95 (Power switch trip) to 1 (to Page 120
disable the power switch trip) or to
0 (to enable the power switch trip)
and save.
F-95 1 (Disable) or 0 (Enable)

Clear OVP/OCP The OVP or OCP protection can be

protection cleared after it has been tripped by
holding the OVP/OCP button for 2 (hold)
seconds.
(Only applicable when the power
switch trip setting is disabled
[F-95 = 1])

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Set to CV Mode
When setting the power supply to constant voltage mode, a current
limit must also be set to determine the crossover point. When the
current exceeds the crossover point, the mode switches to CC mode.
For details about CV operation, see page 25. CC and CV mode have
two selectable slew rates: High Speed Priority and Slew Rate
Priority. High Speed Priority will use the fastest slew rate for the
instrument while Slew Rate Priority will use a user-configured slew
rate.

Background Before setting the power supply to CV mode,

ensure:
 The output is off.
 The load is connected.

Steps 1. Press the Function key. The

Function key will light up.

2. The display should show F-

01 on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

Voltage
3. Rotate the Voltage knob to change
the F setting to F-03 (V-I Mode
Slew Rate Select).

4. Use the Current knob to set the F- Current

03 setting.

Set F-03 to 0 (CV High Speed

Priority) or 2 (CV Slew Rate
Priority).
F-03 0 = CV High Speed Priority
2 = CV Slew Rate Priority

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5. Press the Voltage knob to save the

Voltage
configuration setting. ConF will be
displayed when successful.

6. If CV Slew Rate Priority was chosen as the

operating mode in steps 3~5, set F-04 (Rising
Voltage Slew Rate) and F-05 (Falling Voltage
Slew Rate) and save.
F-04 / F-05 0.1V/s~60V/s (2260B-30-XX)
0.1V/s~160V/s (2260B-80-XX)
0.1V/s~500.0V/s (2260B-250-XX)
1V/s~1600V/s (2260B-800-XX)

7. Press the Function key again to exit

the configuration settings. The
function key light will turn off.

8. Use the Current knob to set the Current

current limit (crossover point).
Push in the knob to highlight a
digit. Turn the knob to the desired
digit to adjust. Rotate the knob to
the desired current.

9. Use the Voltage knob to set the Voltage

voltage.
Push in the knob to highlight a
digit. Turn the knob to the desired
digit to adjust. Rotate the knob to
the desired voltage.

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Notice the Set key becomes illuminated when

Note setting the current or voltage. If the Voltage or
Current knobs are unresponsive, press the Set key
first.

10. Press the Output key. The Output

key becomes illuminated.

CV and the Power Bar

CV
V
will become illuminated
20 40 60 80 100 %W (top left & center)
A

Only the voltage level can be altered when the

Note output is on. The current level can only be changed
by pressing the Set key.

For more information on the Normal Function

Settings (F-00 ~ F-61, F-88~F-89) see page 108.

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Set to CC Mode
When setting the power supply to constant current mode, a voltage
limit must also be set to determine the crossover point. When the
voltage exceeds the crossover point, the mode switches to CV mode.
For details about CC operation, see page 25. CC and CV mode have
two selectable slew rates: High Speed Priority and Slew Rate
Priority. High Speed Priority will use the fastest slew rate for the
instrument while Slew Rate Priority will use a user-configured slew
rate.

Background Before setting the power supply to

CC mode, ensure:
 The output is off.
 The load is connected.

Steps 1. Press the Function key. The

Function key will light up.

2. The display should show F-

01 on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

Voltage
3. Rotate the Voltage knob to change
the F setting to F-03 (V-I Mode
Slew Rate Select).

4. Use the Current knob to set the F- Current

03 setting.

Set F-03 to 1 (CC High Speed

Priority) or 3 (CC Slew Rate
Priority) and save.
F-03 1 = CC High Speed Priority
3 = CC Slew Rate Priority

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5. Press the Voltage knob to save the

Voltage
configuration setting. ConF will be
displayed when successful.

6. If CC Slew Rate Priority was chosen as the

operating mode, set F-06 (Rising Current Slew
Rate) and F-07 (Falling Current Slew Rate) and
save.
F-06 / F-07 0.01A/s~72.00A/s (2260B-30-36)
0.1A/s~144.0A/s (2260B-30-72)
0.1A/s~216.0A/s (2260B-30-108)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-80-13)
0.01A/s~54.00A/s (2260B-80-27)
0.01A/s~81.00A/s (2260B-80-40)
0.001A/s~9.000A/s (2260B-250-4)
0.01A/s~18.00A/s (2260B-250-9)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-250-13)
0.001A/s~2.880A/s (2260B-800-1)
0.001A/s~5.760A/s (2260B-800-2)
0.001A/s~8.640A/s (2260B-800-4)

7. Press the Function key again to exit

the configuration settings. The
function key light will turn off.

8. Use the Voltage knob to set the Voltage

voltage limit (crossover point).
Push in the knob to highlight a
digit. Turn the knob to the desired
digit to adjust. Rotate the knob to
the desired voltage.

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9. Use the Current knob to set the Current

current.
Push in the knob to highlight a
digit. Turn the knob to the desired
digit to adjust. Rotate the knob to
the desired current.

Notice the Set key becomes illuminated when

Note setting the current or voltage. If the Voltage or
Current knobs are unresponsive, press the Set key
first.

10. Press the Output key. The Output

key becomes illuminated.

CC and the Power Bar

V
will become illuminated
20 40 60 80 100 %W (bottom left & center)
CC
A

Only the current level can be altered when the

Note output is on. The voltage level can only be changed
by pressing the Set key.

For more information on the Normal Function

Settings (F-00 ~ F-61, F-88~F-89) see page 108.

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Display Modes
The 2260B power supplies allow you to view the output in three
different modes: voltage and current, voltage and power or current
and power.

Steps 11. Press the PWR/DSPL key. The

PWR DSPL key lights up.

12. The display changes to voltage and power

(V/W).

13. To switch between displaying A/W and V/W,

simply press the corresponding Voltage or
Current knob.

For example: when in A/W mode, press the

Voltage knob to display V/W. Conversely
when in V/W mode, press the Current knob to
display A/W.

Voltage
V W

W
Current A

 When V/W is displayed, the Voltage knob can

still be used to change the voltage level.

 When A/W is displayed, the Current knob can

still be used to change the current level.

Exit Press the PWR/DSPL key again to

return to normal display mode.
The PWR DSPL light will turn off.

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Panel Lock
The panel lock feature prevents settings from being changed
accidentally. When activated, the Lock/Local key will become
illuminated and all keys and knobs except the Lock/Local key and
Output key (if active) will be disabled.
If the instrument is remotely controlled via the USB/LAN interface,
the panel lock is automatically enabled.

Activate the panel Press the Lock/Local key to active

lock the panel lock. The key will
become illuminated.

Disable the panel Hold the Lock/Local key for ~3

lock seconds to disable the panel lock.
The Lock/Local light turns off.

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Remote Sense
Remote sense is used to compensate for the voltage drop seen
across load cables due to the resistance inherent in the load cables.
The remote sense terminals are connected to the load terminals to
determine the voltage drop across the load cables.
Remote sense can compensate up to 0.6 volts for 30V/80V models
and 1V for 250V/800V models (compensation voltage). Load cables
should be chosen with a voltage drop less than the compensation
voltage.

Ensure the output is off before connecting any

WARNING sense cables.

Use sense cables with a voltage rating exceeding

the isolation voltage of the power supply.

Never connect sensing cables when the output is

on. Electric shock or damage to the power supply
could result.

Be sure to remove the Sense joining plates so the

Note units are not using local sensing.

Single Load 1. Connect the Sense+ terminal to the positive

potential of the load. Connect the Sense-
terminal to the negative potential of the load.

2260B Load Page 45

Output Input
Output Input
Sense

Sense

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2. Operate the instrument as normal. Page 60

See the Basic Operation chapter for
details.

Parallel 2260B 1. Connect the Sense+ terminals to the positive

Units potential of the load. Connect the Sense-
terminals to the negative potential of the load.

2260B #1 Load Page 45

Output Input
Output Input
Sense

Sense

2260B #2
Output
Output
Sense

Sense

2. Operate the instrument as normal. Page 76

See the Parallel Operation chapter
for details.

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Serial 2260B 1. a. Connect the 1st Sense+ terminal to the

Units positive potential of the load.

b. Connect the 1st Sense- terminal to the

positive output terminal of the second 2260B
unit.

c. Connect the 2nd Sense+ terminal to the

positive terminal of the second 2260B unit.

d. Connect the 2nd Sense- terminal to negative

terminal of the load.

a Load Page 45
2260B #1
Output Input
Output Input
Sense

Sense

b
d
2260B #2
Output c
Output
Sense

Sense

2. Operate the instrument as normal. Page 84

See the Serial Operation chapter
for details.

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Wire Shielding To help to minimize the oscillation due to the

and Load line inductance and capacitance of the load cables,
impedance use an electrolytic capacitor in parallel with the
load terminals.

To minimize the effect of load line impedance

use twisted wire pairing.
2260B Capacitor

s
s Load

Twisted pair

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Parallel / Series Operation

This section describes the basic operations required to operate the
power supply in series or parallel. Operating the 2260B power
supplies in parallel increases the total power output of the power
supply units. When used in series, the total output voltage of the
power supplies can be increased.
The number of the power supplies that can be connected in series
or parallel depends on the model and the mode:
 Series Mode: 2 units maximum; 30V and 80V models only.
Parallel Mode: 3 units maximum

CAUTION 250V and 800V models do not support series

operation!

To use the power supplies in series or parallel, units must be used

in a Master-Slave configuration. In the master-slave configuration a
“master” power supply controls any other connected “slave”
power supplies.

 Master-Slave Parallel overview → from page 76

 Parallel connection → from page 79
 Parallel operation → from page 81
 Master-Slave Series overview → page 84
 Series connection → page 86
 Series operation → from page 88

Before operating the power supply, please see the Getting Started
chapter, page 9.

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Master-Slave Parallel Overview

Background When connecting the 2260B power supplies in

parallel, up to 3 units can be used in parallel
and all units must be of the same model.

When the units are used in parallel, a number

of precautions and limitations apply. Please
read this overview before operating the power
supplies in parallel.

Ext-V
Ext-R
Master
VMON
IMON

Slave Load

Slave

Limitations Display
 Only the master unit will display the voltage
and current.

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OVP/ OCP
 The master unit can shut down slave units
when OVP/OCP is tripped on the master unit
(if the slave connector is wired for shut down
on alarm).
 OVP/OCP can be independently tripped on
each slave unit, however the shutdown of the
power or output of the unit is disabled. Only
the alarm will be enabled.

Remote monitoring
 Voltage monitoring (VMON) and current
monitoring (IMON) are only supported on the
master unit.
 The IMON current represents the total current
of the all the parallelized units.

Remote Sense
 Please see the remote sense chapter for details,
page 71.

External Voltage and Resistance Control

 Voltage/Resistance controlled remote control
can only be used with the master unit.

Slew Rate
 Only the master unit’s current or voltage slew
rate settings apply.
 The settable current slew rate is double or triple
that of a single unit, depending on the number
of units that are used in parallel.
For example:
The 2260B-30-36 has a maximum settable
current slew rate of 72A/S. When two 2260-30-
36 units are used in parallel, the maximum
settable slew rate setting is 144A/S.

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Internal Resistance
 Only the master unit’s internal resistance
settings apply.
 For 2 units in parallel, the internal resistance is
actually half of the setting value.
 For 3 units in parallel, the internal resistance is
actually a third of the setting value.

Bleeder Control
 The Master unit is used to control the bleeder
settings. The bleeder resistors in all the slave
units are always turned off when in parallel
mode.
Model Single unit 2 units 3 units
Output Voltage/ 2260B-30-36 30V 30V 30V
Output Current 36A 72A 108A
2260B-80-13 80V 80V 80V
13.5A 27A 40.5A
2260B-250-4 250V 250V 250V
4.5A 9A 13.5A
2260B-800-1 800V 800V 800V
1.44A 2.88A 4.32A
2260B-30-72 30V 30V 30V
72A 144A 216A
2260B-80-27 80V 80V 80V
27A 54A 81A
2260B-250-9 250V 250V 250V
9A 18A 27A
2260B-800-2 800V 800V 800V
2.88A 5.76A 8.64A
2260B-30-108 30V 30V 30V
108A 216A 324A
2260B-80-40 80V 80V 80V
40.5A 81A 121.5A
2260B-250-13 250V 250V 250V
13.5A 27A 40.5A
2260B-800-4 800V 800V 800V
4.32A 8.64A 12.96A

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Master-Slave Parallel Connection

Master-Slave The Analog Control Connector is used for both

Connector serial and parallel connections. The way the
connector is configured determines the
behavior of the master and slave units. For the
complete connector pin assignment, see page
123.

Analog Connector To operate the power supplies in parallel,

Connection connect the analog connectors on the master
and slave units as shown in the diagrams
below.

Alternatively pre-configured cables (optional)

can be used. The 2260B-006 is used for two
units in parallel. The 2260B-007 is used for 3
units in parallel.
Master with 2 slave units:

21 17 15 13 11 2 17 15 3 1 17 15 1

20 16 14 12 24 20 16 12 24 20 16 12 3

Master unit Slave Unit 1 Slave Unit 2

11 I MO N 1 CURRENT SHARE 1 CURRENT SHARE
21 OUTPUT ON STATUS 24 OUT ON/OFF CONT 24 OUT ON/OFF CONT
20 ALM STATUS 12 SHUTDOWN 12 SHUTDOWN
17 STATUS COM 17 STATUS COM 17 STATUS COM
15 FEEDBACK 15 FEEDBACK 15 FEEDBACK
14 CURRENT_SUM_2 3 CURRENT SUM OUT
13 CURRENT_SUM_1 3 CURRENT SUM OUT
12 SHUTDOWN 20 ALM STATUS 20 ALM STATUS
2 D COM
16 A COM 16 A COM 16 A COM

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Master with 1 slave unit:

23 21 17 15 13 11 2 17 15 3 1

20 16 12 24 20 16 12

Master unit Slave Unit 1

11 I MO N 1 CURRENT SHARE
21 OUTPUT ON STATUS 24 OUT ON/OFF CONT
20 ALM STATUS 12 SHUTDOWN
17 STATUS COM 17 STATUS COM
15 FEEDBACK 15 FEEDBACK
13 CURRENT_SUM_1 3 CURRENT SUM OUT
12 SHUTDOWN 20 ALM STATUS
2 D COM
16 A COM 16 A COM

Parallel Output
Master
Connection unit

+
Slave
Load
unit 1
-

Slave
unit 2

Steps 1. Ensure the power is off on all power supplies.

2. Choose a master and a slave unit(s).

3. Connect the analog connectors for the master

and slave unit as shown above.

4. Remove the Output Terminal Page 47

covers and the protection dummy
plug from the analog control
connector.

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5. Connect the master and slave unit in parallel as

shown above.

6. Reattach the terminal covers. Page 47

Ensure the load cables have sufficient Page 44

Note current capacity.

Re-attach the Protection dummy plug when not in

use.

Master-Slave Parallel Operation

Master-Slave Before using the power supplies in parallel, the

Configuration master and slave units need to be configured.

Steps 1. Configure the OVP and OCP Page 60

settings for the master unit.

2. For each unit, hold the Function

key while turning the power on to
enter the power on configuration
settings.

3. Configure F-93 (Master/Slave) Page 120

setting for each master/slave unit.
Unit F-93
Master (with 1 slave in parallel) 1
Master (with 2 slaves in parallel) 2
Slave unit (parallel slave) 3

4. Cycle the power on the units (reset the power).

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Configuration settings can be checked for both the

Note master and slave units by pressing the Function
key and checking F-93.

Only the Master OVP and OCP level is used for

over voltage and current protection. Slave OVP and
OCP level is disregarded.

OTP works independently for each unit.

Master-Slave Only operate the power supplies in parallel if

Operation the units are configured correctly.

1. Turn on the master and slave units. The slave

unit(s) will show a blank display.
Master unit Slave units

2. Operation of all units is controlled Page 60.

via the master unit. Operation of
the master unit is the same as for a
single unit. See the Basic Operation
chapter.

3. Press the Output key to begin.

Only operate the power supplies in parallel if using

Caution units of the same model number.

Only a maximum of 3 units can be used in parallel.

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The panel controls are disabled on slave units,

Note including the output key. On slave units only the
Function key can be used to view the current
settings.

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Master-Slave Series Overview

Background When connecting 2260B power supplies in

series, up to 2 units can be used in series and
all units must be of the same model.

When the units are used in series, a number of

precautions and limitations apply. Please read
this overview before operating the power
supplies in series.

Ext-V
Ext-R
Master
VMON
IMON
Load

Slave

Limitations Display
 Only the master unit will display the current.
 Master and slave units display the voltage. The
total voltage is the sum of the units.

OVP/OCP
 The master unit can shut down the slave unit
when OVP/OCP is tripped on the master unit
(if the slave connector is wired for shut down
on alarm).
 OVP and OCP level is determined by the
master OVP and OCP level. The OVP and OCP
level on the slave unit is ignored.

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Remote monitoring
 Voltage monitoring (VMON) and current
monitoring (IMON) are only supported on the
master unit.
 The VMON voltage represents the total voltage
of the all the serialized units.

Remote Sense
 Please see the remote sense chapter for details,
page 71.

External Voltage and Resistance Control

 Voltage/Resistance controlled remote control
can only be used with the master unit.

Slew Rate
 The voltage slew rate is actually double that of
the setting slew rate. I.e., A voltage slew rate
setting of 60.00V/s is actually 120V/s when in
series.

Internal Resistance
 The internal resistance is actually twice that of
the setting value.
 Only the master unit’s internal resistance
settings apply.

Bleeder Control
 The Master unit is used to control the bleeder
settings. The bleeder resistor is always turned
on for the slave unit in series mode.

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Model Single unit 2 units

Output Voltage/ 2260B-30-36 30V 60V
Output Current 36A 36A
2260B-80-13 80V 160V
13.5A 13.5A
2260B-30-72 30V 60V
72A 72A
2260B-80-27 80V 160V
27A 27A
2260B-30-108 30V 60V
108A 108A
2260B-80-40 80V 160V
40.5A 40.5A

Master-Slave Series Connection

Master-Slave The Analog Control Connector is used for both

Connector serial and parallel connections. The way the
connector is configured determines the
behavior of the master and slave units. For the
connector pin assignment, see page 123.

Analog Connector To operate the power supplies in series, connect

Connection the analog connectors on the master and slave
unit as shown in the diagram below.

Alternatively, the optional 2260B-005 cable is

pre-configured for serial use.

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21 17 2 25 17 2

20 16 12 24 20 12

Master unit Slave Unit 1

16 A COM 25 SER SLV IN
21 OUTPUT ON STATUS 24 OUT OFF/ON CONT
20 ALM STATUS 12 SHUTDOWN
17 STATUS COM 2 D COM
12 SHUTDOWN 20 ALM STATUS
2 D COM 17 STATUS COM

Series Output
Connection

+
- Load
Master unit Slave unit

Steps 1. Ensure the power is off on both power supplies.

2. Choose a master and slave unit.

3. Connect the analog connectors for the master

and slave unit as shown above.

4. Remove the output terminal cover Page 47

and the protection dummy plug
from the analog control connector.

5. Connect the master and slave unit in series as

shown above.

6. Reattach the terminal cover. Page 47

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Ensure load cables have sufficient Page 44

Note current capacity.

Re-attach the protection dummy plug when not in

use.

Master-Slave Series Operation

Master-Slave Before using the power supplies in series, the

Configuration master and slave units need to be configured.

1. Configure the OVP and OCP Page 60

settings for the master unit.

2. For each unit, hold the Function

key while turning the power on to
enter the power on configuration
settings.

3. Configure F-93 (Master/Slave) Page 120

setting for each master/slave unit.
Unit F-93
Master (local or series operation) 0
Slave unit (series) 4

4. Cycle the power on the units (reset the power).

Configuration settings can be checked for both the

Note master and slave units by pressing the Function
key.

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Master-Slave Only operate the power supplies in series if the

Operation units are configured correctly.

1. Turn on the master and slave unit. The slave

unit will only show the voltage of its own unit.
The master unit will show the combined
voltage of both units and the current.
Master unit Slave unit

V V

2. Operation of all units is controlled Page 60

via the master unit. Operation of
the master unit is the same as for a
single unit. Please see the basic
operation chapter for details.

3. Press the Output key to begin.

Only operate the power supplies in series if using

CAUTION units of the same model number. 250V and 800V
models do not support series operation!

Only a maximum of 2 units can be used in series.

The panel controls are disabled on slave units,

Note including the output key.

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Test Sequence
This section describes how to use the Utility function to run, load
and save test sequences for automated testing. The Utility function
is useful if you want to perform a number of tests automatically.
The 2260B utility function can store ten test sequences in memory.

 Test Sequence File Format→ from page 91

 Test Sequence Settings → from page 91
 Setting the Test Sequence Settings → from page 95
 Load Test Sequence → from page 96
 Run Test Sequence → from page 97
 Run Test Sequence → from page 97
 Export Test Sequence → from page 98
 Remove Test Sequence → from page 99
 Test Sequence Error Codes → from page 100

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Test Sequence File Format

A test sequence file describes a sequence of steps that are output

when the test sequence is run. The test sequence file is created on a
PC in a *.CSV (comma separated values) format. In a CSV file each
field is delimited by a comma.

Each file should be saved as tXXX.csv, where XXX is the save file
number 001~010. The save file number is important as it designates
which memory slot the test file can be loaded into, see page 96.

Below is an example of a simple test file created in a spreadsheet.

Cycle Cycle Step Cycle Step

Repeat Start End
Cycle
Header

Step
Header
Time(sec) Voltage (V) Current (A)
Header Header Header

Step
number

Time(sec) Voltage (V) Current (A)

A test file contains the following fields in the following order:

Line 1:
Cycle Header: This field contains the “Cycle” header text.
Required. Do not remove or alter from this location.
Cycle Repeat: Determines the number of times to repeat a
sequence of steps. It has a range of 1~999 or 0|INF. A setting of 1
will pass through the cycle once. A setting of 0 or INF (case
insensitive) will repeat the cycle infinitely.

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Cycle Step Start: Determines the starting step for the Cycle
Repeat field. Range: 1~999. The Cycle Step Start field must be less
than the Cycle Step End field.
Cycle Step End: Determines the ending step for the Cycle Repeat
field. Range: 2~1000. The Cycle Step End field must be greater
than the Cycle Step Start field.

Line 2:
Step Header: This field contains the “Step” header text. Required.
Do not remove from this location.
Time(sec) Header: This field contains the “Time(sec)” header text.
Required. Do not remove or alter from this location.
Voltage (V) Header: This field contains the “Voltage (V)” header
text. Required. Do not remove or alter from this location.
Current (A) Header: This field contains the “Current (A)” header
text. Required. Do not remove or alter from this location.

Line 3+:
Step Number: The Step Number field numbers each step in the
test function. It has a range of 1~1000. All steps must be
numbered in numerical order. No step number can be “skipped”
between the first and last step.
Time(sec): Designates the duration time of the corresponding
step in seconds. It has a range of 0.05 seconds to 20 days. It has a
step resolution of 0.05 seconds (50ms). A setting of 0 will skip the
step.
Voltage (V): Designates the voltage of the corresponding steps in
volts. MIN or MAX can be used to set the voltage to minimum or
maximum, respectively.
Current (A): Designates the current of the corresponding steps in
amps. MIN or MAX can be used to set the current to minimum or
maximum, respectively.

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Example: In the example below there are 10 steps in total.

As designated by the Cycle fields, steps 3~5 are
repeated twice.

In total the steps will run as follows:

Step: 1>2>3>4>5>3>4>5>6>7>8>9>10
Steps 3~5 are repeated twice

File: T001.csv Cycle,2,3,5

Step,Time(sec),Voltage (V),Current (A)
1,1,MIN,MIN
2,1,0.05,0.05
3,1,0.1,0.1
4,1,0.15,0.15
5,1,0.2,0.2
6,1,0.25,0.25
7,1,0.3,0.3
8,1,0.35,0.35
9,1,0.4,0.4
10,1,0.45,0.45

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Test Sequence Settings

Test sequence Runs the chosen test sequence from the internal
Run memory. A test sequence must first be loaded
into the internal memory before it can be run.
See the Utility function “Test Sequence Load”,
below.

The test sequence will run as soon as the utility

function is started.
T-01 1~10

Test sequence Loads a test sequence from the USB drive to the
Load designated save slot in memory. A test
sequence must first be loaded into internal
memory before it can be run.
T-02 1~10 (USB2260B)

Test Export Exports a test sequence from the designated

memory save slot to the USB drive.
T-03 1~10 (2260BUSB)

Test sequence Deletes the chosen test sequence file from the
Remove 2260B internal memory.
T-04 1~10

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Setting the Test Sequence Settings

Steps The test sequence settings (T-01~T-04) are set

with the Utility key.

1. Press the Utility key. The Utility

key will light up.

2. The display will show T-01 on the top and the

memory no. for T-01 on the bottom.

Test Sequence
Setting

Memory
number

Voltage
3. Rotate the voltage knob to select
below items.
Test sequence Run T-01
Test sequence Load T-02
Test sequence Export T-03
Test sequence Remove T-04

4. Rotate the current knob to choose a Current

memory slot number.
Range 1~10

5. Press the Voltage knob to complete

Voltage
the setting.

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Exit Press the Utility key again to exit

the Test sequence settings. The
Utility key light will turn off.

Load Test Sequence from USB

Overview Before a test sequence can be run, it must first

be loaded into a one of the 10 memory save
slots. Before loading a test sequence into
memory:

 Ensure the test sequence file is placed in the root

directory.

 Ensure the file name number corresponds to the

memory number that you wish to save to.

For example: A test sequence file named

t001.csv can only be saved to memory
number 01, t002.csv can only be saved to
memory number 02, and so on.

Steps 1. Insert a USB flash drive into the

front panel USB-A slot. Ensure the
flash drive contains a test sequence
file in the root directory.

2. Turn on the power. MS (Mass Storage) will be

displayed on the screen after a few seconds if
the USB drive is recognized.

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If the USB drive is not recognized, check to see

Note that the function settings for F-20 = 1 (page 113). If
not, reinsert the USB flash drive.

3. Configure T-02 (Test sequence Page 95

Load) to 1~10 (save memory slot)
T-02 range 1~10 (t001 ~t010)

4. The test sequence will now be available in the

memory slot the test sequence was saved to.

Error messages: If you load a file that is not

Note present on the USB drive “Err 002” will be
displayed on the display.

Run Test Sequence

Overview A test sequence can be run from one of ten

memory slots.

Steps 1. Before a test sequence can be run, it Page 96

must first be loaded into one of the
10 memory slots.

2. Configure T-01 (Run Test Page 95

sequence) to 1~10 (save memory
slot)
T-01 range 1~10

3. The test sequence will automatically start to

run.

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Error messages: If you try to run a test sequence

Note from an empty memory location “Err 003” will be
displayed on the display.

When a test sequence starts to run, there is no way

Note to abort the test sequence. Pressing the Output key
has no effect. If you wish to stop a test early, turn
the power off.

Export Test Sequence to USB

Overview The Export test sequence function saves a test

sequence file to the root directory of a USB flash
drive.

 Test Sequence Files will be saved as tXXX.csv

where XXX is the memory number 001~010
from which the test sequence was exported
from.

 Test Sequence Files of the same name on the

USB flash drive will be written over.

Steps 1. Insert a USB flash drive into the

front panel USB-A slot.

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2. Turn on the power. MS (Mass Storage) will be

displayed on the screen after a few seconds if
the USB drive is recognized.

If the USB drive is not recognized, check to see

Note that the function settings for F-20 = 1 (page 113). If
not, reinsert the USB flash drive.

3. Configure T-03 (Test Sequence Page 95

Export) from 0~10 (internal
memory slot)
T-03 range 1~10

4. The test sequence file will now be copied to the

USB flash drive.

Error messages: If you try to export a test sequence

Note from an empty memory location “Err 003” will be
displayed on the display.

Remove Test Sequence

Overview The Remove Test Sequence function will delete

a test sequence from the internal memory slot.

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Steps 1. Select T-04 (Test Sequence Page 95

Remove) and choose which test
sequence to remove from the
internal memory.
T-04 range 1~10

2. The test sequence will be removed from the

internal memory slot.

Error messages: If you try to remove a test

Note sequence from an empty memory location “Err
003” will be displayed on the display.

Test Sequence Error Messages

Overview The following error code numbers may appear

on the display when trying to run a test
sequence. Use the error code numbers
determine the cause of the error.

For example: If Error # -52 appears on the

display, it indicates that one of the Time(sec)
fields is over range for the test sequence.
Error # Details
-1 _SEQ_ERR__FILE_NOT_FOUND
-2 _SEQ_ERR__FILE_IS_TOO_LARGE
-3 _SEQ_ERR__ALLOCATE_MEMORY_ERROR
-4 _SEQ_ERR__OPEN_THE_FILE_ERROR
-5 _SEQ_ERR__READ_DATA_ERROR
-6 _SEQ_ERR__USING
-7 _SEQ_ERR__FORMAT_ERROR

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-8 _SEQ_ERR__PARAMETER_DATA_TO_LONG
_SEQ_ERR__CYCLE_START_GREATER_THAN_CYCLE
-10
_END
-11 _SEQ_ERR__CYCLE_TIMES_ERROR
-12 _SEQ_ERR__CYCLE_TIMES_OVER_RANGE
-13 _SEQ_ERR__NO_CYCLE_TIMES
-14 _SEQ_ERR__CYCLE_START_ERROR
-15 _SEQ_ERR__CYCLE_START_OVER_RANGE
-16 _SEQ_ERR__NO_CYCLE_START
-17 _SEQ_ERR__CYCLE_END_ERROR
-18 _SEQ_ERR__CYCLE_END_OVER_RANGE
-19 _SEQ_ERR__NO_CYCLE_END
-20 _SEQ_ERR__STEP_DATA_ERROR
-21 _SEQ_ERR__STEP_DATA_OVER_RANGE
-22 _SEQ_ERR__NO_STEP_DATA
-30 _SEQ_ERR__POINT_DATA_ERROR
_SEQ_ERR__START_POINT_GREATER_THAN_END_
-31
POINT
-32 _SEQ_ERR__START_POINT_REPEAT
-33 _SEQ_ERR__END_POINT_REPEAT
-40 _SEQ_ERR__OUTPUT_DATA_ERROR
-50 _SEQ_ERR__TIME_DATA_ERROR
-51 _SEQ_ERR__NEGATIVE_TIME
-52 _SEQ_ERR__TIME_OVER_RANGE
-60 _SEQ_ERR__VOLTAGE_DATA_ERROR
-61 _SEQ_ERR__NEGATIVE_VOLTAGE
-62 _SEQ_ERR__VOLTAGE_TOO_LARGE
-63 _SEQ_ERR__VOLTAGE_TOO_SMALL
-70 _SEQ_ERR__CURRENT_DATA_ERROR
-71 _SEQ_ERR__NEGATIVE_CURRENT
-72 _SEQ_ERR__CURRENT_TOO_LARGE
-73 _SEQ_ERR__CURRENT_TOO_SMALL

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CONFIGURATION
Configuration ....................................................... 103
Configuration Table .............................................................................. 103
Normal Function Settings .................................................................... 108
USB/GPIB Settings .............................................................................. 113
LAN Settings .......................................................................................... 114
System Settings ....................................................................................... 115
Power On Configuration Settings....................................................... 116
Calibration ............................................................................................... 117
Setting Normal Function Settings....................................................... 118
Setting Power On Configuration Settings ......................................... 120

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Configuration
Configuration of the 2260B power supplies is divided into five
different configuration settings: Normal Function, USB/GPIB, LAN,
Power ON Configuration, Calibration Settings and System Settings.
Power ON Configuration differs from the other settings in that the
settings used with Power ON Configuration settings can only be set
during power up. The other configuration settings can be changed
when the unit is already on. This prevents some important
configuration parameters from being changed inadvertently. Power
On Configuration settings are numbered F-90 to F-95 and the other
configuration settings are numbered F-00 to F-61 and F-88 to F-89.

Configuration Table
Please use the configuration settings listed below when applying
the configuration settings.

Normal Function
Settings Setting Setting Range
Output ON delay time F-01 0.00s~99.99s
Output OFF delay time F-02 0.00s~99.99s
0 = CV high speed priority
1 = CC high speed priority
V-I mode slew rate select F-03
2 = CV slew rate priority
3 = CC slew rate priority
0.01V/s~60.00V/s (2260B-30-XX)
0.1V/s~160.0V/s (2260B-80-XX)
Rising voltage slew rate F-04
0.1V/s~500.0V/s (2260B-250-XX)
1V/s~1600V/s (2260B-800-XX)
0.01V/s~60.00V/s (2260B-30-XX)
0.1V/s~160.0V/s (2260B-80-XX)
Falling voltage slew rate F-05
0.1V/s~500.0V/s (2260B-250-XX)
1V/s~1600V/s (2260B-800-XX)

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0.01A/s~72.00A/s (2260B-30-36)
0.1A/s~144.0A/s (2260B-30-72)
0.1A/s~216.0A/s (2260B-30-108)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-80-13)
0.01A/s~54.00A/s (2260B-80-27)
0.01A/s~81.00A/s (2260B-80-40)
Rising current slew rate F-06
0.001A/s~9.000A/s (2260B-250-4)
0.01A/s~18.00A/s (2260B-250-9)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-250-13)
0.001A/s~2.880A/s (2260B-800-1)
0.001A/s~5.760A/s (2260B-800-2)
0.001A/s~8.640A/s (2260B-800-4)
0.01A/s~72.00A/s (2260B-30-36)
0.1A/s~144.0A/s (2260B-30-72)
0.1A/s~216.0A/s (2260B-30-108)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-80-13)
0.01A/s~54.00A/s (2260B-80-27)
0.01A/s~81.00A/s (2260B-80-40)
Falling current slew rate F-07
0.001A/s~9.000A/s (2260B-250-4)
0.01A/s~18.00A/s (2260B-250-9)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-250-13)
0.001A/s~2.880A/s (2260B-800-1)
0.001A/s~5.760A/s (2260B-800-2)
0.001A/s~8.640A/s (2260B-800-4)
0.000Ω~0.833Ω (2260B-30-36)
0.000Ω~0.417Ω (2260B-30-72)
0.000Ω~0.278Ω (2260B-30-108)
0.000Ω~5.926Ω (2260B-80-13)
0.000Ω~2.963Ω (2260B-80-27)
Internal resistance 0.000Ω~1.975Ω (2260B-80-40)
F-08
setting 0.00Ω~55.55Ω (2260B-250-4)
0.00Ω~27.77Ω (2260B-250-9)
0.00Ω~18.51Ω (2260B-250-13)
0.0Ω~555.5Ω (2260B-800-1)
0.0Ω~277.8Ω (2260B-800-2)
0.0Ω~185.1Ω (2260B-800-4)
Bleeder circuit control F-09 0 = OFF, 1 = ON, 2 = AUTO
Buzzer ON/OFF control F-10 0 = OFF, 1 = ON
Measurement Average
F-17 0 = Low, 1 = Middle, 2 = High
Setting

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0 = Panel lock: allow output off

Lock Mode F-19
1 = Panel lock: allow output on/off
USB/GPIB settings
Front panel USB State F-20 0 = Absent, 1 = Mass Storage
0 = Absent, 2 = USB-CDC, 3 = GPIB-
Rear panel USB State F-21
USB adapter
0 = Disable, 1 = GPIB-USB adapter,
Rear panel USB mode F-22 2 = USB CDC, Auto Detect Speed,
3 = USB CDC, Full Speed Only
GPIB address F-23 0~30
LAN settings
MAC Address-1 F-30 0x00~0xFF
MAC Address-2 F-31 0x00~0xFF
MAC Address-3 F-32 0x00~0xFF
MAC Address-4 F-33 0x00~0xFF
MAC Address-5 F-34 0x00~0xFF
MAC Address-6 F-35 0x00~0xFF
LAN F-36 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable
DHCP F-37 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable
IP Address-1 F-39 0~255
IP Address-2 F-40 0~255
IP Address-3 F-41 0~255
IP Address-4 F-42 0~255
Subnet Mask-1 F-43 0~255
Subnet Mask-2 F-44 0~255
Subnet Mask-3 F-45 0~255
Subnet Mask-4 F-46 0~255
Gateway-1 F-47 0~255
Gateway-2 F-48 0~255
Gateway-3 F-49 0~255
Gateway-4 F-50 0~255
DNS address -1 F-51 0~255
DNS address -2 F-52 0~255
DNS address-3 F-53 0~255
DNS address-4 F-54 0~255
Sockets active F-57 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable
Web Server active F-59 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable
Web password active F-60 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable
Web setting password F-61 0000~9999
System Settings

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0 = Disable
Factory Set Value F-88
1 = Return to factory settings
0, 1 = 2260B version
2, 3 = 2260B build year
4, 5 = 2260B build month/day
6, 7 = Keyboard CPLD version
Show Version F-89
8, 9 = Analog-Control CPLD version
A, B = Reserved
C, D = Kernel build year
E, F = Kernel build month/day
Power On Configuration Settings*
0 = Panel control (local)
1 = External voltage control
2 = External resistance control (Ext-
F-90 R 10kΩ = Vo, max)
CV Control
3 = External resistance control (Ext-
R 10kΩ = 0)
0 = Panel control (local)
1 = External voltage control
2 = External resistance control (Ext-
CC Control F-91 R 10kΩ = Io,max)
3 = External resistance control
(Ext-R 10kΩ = 0)
0 = OFF at startup
1 = ON at startup
Power-ON Output F-92
T001 ~ T010 = Run Test Sequence
TXX at start up
0 = Master/Local
1 = Master/Parallel1
2 = Master/Parallel2
Master/Slave F-93
3 = Slave/Parallel
4 = Slave/Series (Only 30V, 80V
models)
External Out Logic F-94 0 = High ON, 1 = Low ON
Power Switch trip F-95 0 = Enable , 1 = Disable
Calibration Settings*
Calibration F-00 0000 ~ 9999

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Power On and Calibration settings can only be set

*Note during power up.

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Normal Function Settings

Output ON Delay Delays turning the output on for a designated

Time amount of time. The Delay indicator will light
when the Delay time is not 0.

Note: The Output ON Delay Time setting has a

maximum deviation (error) of 20ms.

The Output ON Delay Time setting is disabled

when the output is set to external control.

DLY

F-01 0.00s~99.99s

Output OFF Delays turning the output off for a designated

Delay Time amount of time. The Delay indicator will light
when the Delay time is not 0.

Note: The Output OFF Delay Time setting has a

maximum deviation (error) of 20ms.

The Output OFF Delay Time setting is disabled

when the output is set to external control.

DLY

F-02 0.00s~99.99s

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V-I Mode Selects High Speed Priority or Slew Rate

Priority for CV or CC mode. The voltage or
current slew rate can only be edited if CC/CV
Slew Rate Priority is selected. The ISR indicator
will be lit for CC Slew Rate Priority and the
VSR indicator will be lit for CV Slew Rate
Priority.

Note: CC and CV Slew Rate Priority mode are

disabled when voltage/current output is set to
external control.

CC Slew Rate priority CV Slew Rate priority

VSR

ISR

F-03 0 = CV high speed priority

1 = CC high speed priority
2 = CV slew rate priority
3 = CC slew rate priority

Rising Voltage Sets the rising voltage slew rate. Only

Slew Rate applicable if V-I Mode is set to CV Slew Rate
Priority.
F-04 0.01V/s~60V/s (2260B-30-XX)
0.1V/s~160V/s (2260B-80-XX)
0.1V/s~500.0V/s (2260B-250-XX)
1V/s~1600V/s (2260B-800-XX)

Falling Voltage Sets the falling voltage slew rate. Only

Slew Rate applicable if V-I Mode is set to CV Slew Rate
Priority.
F-05 0.01V/s~60V/s (2260B-30-XX)
0.1V/s~160V/s (2260B-80-XX)
0.1V/s~500.0V/s (2260B-250-XX)
1V/s~1600V/s (2260B-800-XX)

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Rising Current Sets the rising current slew rate. Only

Slew Rate applicable if V-I Mode is set to CC Slew Rate
Priority.
F-06 0.01A/s~72.00A/s (2260B-30-36)
0.1A/s~144.0A/s (2260B-30-72)
0.1A/s~216.0A/s (2260B-30-108)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-80-13)
0.01A/s~54.00A/s (2260B-80-27)
0.01A/s~81.00A/s (2260B-80-40)
0.001A/s~9.000A/s (2260B-250-4)
0.01A/s~18.00A/s (2260B-250-9)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-250-13)
0.001A/s~2.880A/s (2260B-800-1)
0.001A/s~5.760A/s (2260B-800-2)
0.001A/s~8.640A/s (2260B-800-4)

Falling Current Sets the falling current slew rate. Only

Slew Rate applicable if V-I Mode is set to CC Slew Rate
Priority.
F-07 0.01A/s~72.00A/s (2260B-30-36)
0.1A/s~144.0A/s (2260B-30-72)
0.1A/s~216.0A/s (2260B-30-108)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-80-13)
0.01A/s~54.00A/s (2260B-80-27)
0.01A/s~81.00A/s (2260B-80-40)
0.001A/s~9.000A/s (2260B-250-4)
0.01A/s~18.00A/s (2260B-250-9)
0.01A/s~27.00A/s (2260B-250-13)
0.001A/s~2.880A/s (2260B-800-1)
0.001A/s~5.760A/s (2260B-800-2)
0.001A/s~8.640A/s (2260B-800-4)

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Internal Sets the internal resistance of the power supply.

Resistance F-08 0.000Ω~0.833Ω(2260B-30-36)
Settings 0.000Ω~0.417Ω(2260B-30-72)
0.000Ω~0.278Ω(2260B-30-108)
0.000Ω~5.926Ω(2260B-80-13)
0.000Ω~2.963Ω(2260B-80-27)
0.000Ω~1.975Ω (2260B-80-40)
0.00Ω~ 55.55Ω (2260B-250-4)
0.00Ω~ 27.77Ω (2260B-250-9)
0.00Ω~ 18.51Ω (2260B-250-13)
0.0Ω~ 555.5Ω (2260B-800-1)
0.0Ω~ 277.8Ω (2260B-800-2)
0.0Ω~ 185.1Ω (2260B-800-4)

Bleeder Control Bleeder control turns ON/OFF the bleeder

resistor. When set to AUTO the bleeder resistor
is automatically turned on when the output is
turned on and turned off when the output is
turned off. Bleeder resistors discharge the filter
capacitors after power is turned off as a safety
measure.

The AUTO setting is only applicable to

firmware version 1.59 or above.
F-09 0 = OFF, 1 = ON, 2 = AUTO

Buzzer ON/OFF Turns the buzzer sound on or off. The buzzer is

associated with alarm sounds and keypad entry
sounds.
F-10 0 = OFF, 1 = ON

Measurement Determines the level of smoothing for the

Average Setting average setting.

Only available for firmware version 1.5 or

above.
F-17 0 = Low, 1 = Middle, 2 = High

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Example If the output voltage changes, the time for the

measurement measurements to update for the three settings
times will be approximately:
Low Middle High
0.25sec 1.5sec 2.5sec

Lock Mode Determines the behavior of the Output key

when the panel lock is on.

Only available for firmware version 1.54 or

above.
F-19 0 = Panel lock: allow output off,
1 = Panel lock: allow output
on/off

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USB/GPIB Settings

Front Panel USB Displays the front panel USB-A port state. This
State setting is not configurable.
F-20 0 = Absent, 1 = Mass Storage

Displays the rear panel USB-B port state. This

Rear Panel USB
setting is not configurable.
State
0 = Absent, 2 = USB-CDC,
F-21
3 = GPIB-USB adapter

Rear Panel USB Sets the rear panel USB mode.

Mode Note: Option#3, USB CDC Full Speed Only, can
be used to reduce the data transmission speed
when there are sources of interference in the
operating environment. This option is only
available for firmware version 1.66 and above.
0 = Disable, 1 = GPIB-USB
adapter (for 2260B-GPIB-USB),
F-22 2 = USB CDC, Auto Detect
Speed, 3 = USB CDC, Full Speed
Only

GPIB Address Sets the GPIB address.

F-23 0~30

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LAN Settings

MAC Address- Displays the MAC address 1~6. This setting is

1~6 not configurable.
F-30~F-35 0x00~0xFF

LAN Turns Ethernet on or off.

F-36 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable

DHCP Turns DHCP on or off.

F-37 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable

IP Address-1~4 Sets the default IP address. IP address 1~4

splits the IP address into four sections.
(F-39 : F-40 : F-41 : F-42)
(0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255)

Subnet Mask 1~4 Sets the subnet mask. The subnet mask is split
into four parts.
(F-43 : F-44 : F-45: F-46)
(0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255)

Gateway 1~4 Sets the gateway address. The gateway address

is split into 4 parts.
(F-47 : F-48 : F-49 : F-50)
(0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255)

DNS Address 1~4 Sets the DNS address. The DNS address is split
into 4 parts.
(F-51 : F-52 : F-53 : F-54)
(0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255 : 0~255)

Sockets active Enables WebSocket connections.

F-57 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable

Web server active Turns Web server control on/off.

F-59 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable

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Web Password Turns a web password on/off.

active
F-60 0 = Disable, 1 = Enable

Web Password Sets the Web password.

F-61 0000 ~ 9999

System Settings

Factory Set Value Returns the 2260B to the factory default

settings. See page 173 for a list of the default
settings.
F-88 0 = Disable, 1 = Return to factory
default settings.

Displays the 2260B version number, build date,

keyboard version, analog-control version and
kernel build.
0, 1 = Version
2, 3 = Build year
Show Version 4, 5 = Build month/day
6, 7 = Keyboard CPLD version
F-89 8, 9 = Analog-Control CPLD
version
A, B = Reserved
C, D = Kernel build year
E, F = Kernel build month/day

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Power On Configuration Settings

CV Control Sets the constant voltage (CV) control mode

between local and external voltage/resistance
control. For external voltage control, see page
125 (External Voltage Control of Voltage
Output) and page 130 (External Resistance
Control of Voltage Output).
F-90 0= Panel control (local)
1 = External voltage control
2 = External resistance control
(Ext-R 10kΩ = Vo,max)
3 = External resistance control
(Ext-R 10kΩ = 0)

CC Control Sets the constant current (CC) control mode

between local and external voltage/resistance
control. For details on external voltage control,
see page 128 (External Voltage Control of
Current Output) and 132 (External Resistance
Control of Current Output).
F-91 0= Panel control (local)
1 = External voltage control
2 = External resistance control
(Ext-R 10kΩ = Io,max)
3 = External resistance control
(Ext-R 10kΩ = 0)

Power-ON Sets the power supply to turn the output on or

Output off at power up.
F-92 0 = OFF at startup, 1 = On at
start up

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Master/Slave Sets the power supply as master or slave. See

the parallel/series operation for details, page
75.
F-93 0 = Master/Local
1 = Master/Parallel1
2 = Master/Parallel2
3 = Slave/Parallel
4 = Slave/Series

External Out Sets the external logic as active high or low.

Logic F-94 0= High ON, 1 = Low ON

Power Switch Trip Turns the power off if enabled when the
protection settings are tripped.
F-95 1 = Disable, 0 = Enable

Calibration

Programmable The calibration password is used to access the

Calibration local mode calibration or other special
functions. The password used determines
which function is accessed. Please see your
distributor for details.
F-00 0000 ~ 9999

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Setting Normal Function Settings

The normal function settings (F-01~F-61, F-

88~F-89) can be easily configured with the
Function key.

 Ensure the load is not connected.

 Ensure the output is off.

Function setting F-89 (Show Version) can only be

Note viewed, not edited.

Configuration settings F-90~F-95 cannot be edited

in the Normal Function Settings. Use the Power
On Configuration Settings. See page 120 for
details.

Steps 1. Press the Function key. The

function key will light up.

2. The display will show F-01

on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

Voltage
3. Rotate the Voltage knob to change
the F setting.
Range F-00~ F-61, F-88~F-89

4. Use the Current knob to set the Current

parameter for the chosen F setting.

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5. Press the Voltage knob to save the

Voltage
configuration setting. ConF will be
displayed when successful.

Exit Press the Function key again to exit

the configuration settings. The
function key light will turn off.

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Setting Power On Configuration Settings

Background The Power On configuration settings can only

be changed during power up to prevent the
configuration settings being inadvertently
changed.

 Ensure the load is not connected.

 Ensure the power supply is off.

Steps 1. Hold the Function key while

turning the power on.

2. The display will show F-90 on the

top and the configuration setting
for F-90 on the bottom.

3. Rotate the Voltage knob to change Voltage

the F setting.
Range F-90~ F-95

4. Use the Current knob to set the Current

parameter for the chosen F setting.

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5. Press the Voltage knob to save the

Voltage
configuration setting. ConF will be
displayed when successful.

Exit Cycle the power to save and exit the

configuration settings.

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ANALOG CONTROL
The Analog Control chapter describes how to
control the voltage or current output using an
external voltage or resistance, monitor the
voltage or current output as well as remotely
turning off the output or shutting down the
power supply.

Analog Remote Control Overview ......................... 123

Analog Control Connector Overview ................................................ 123
External Voltage Control of Voltage Output ................................... 125
External Voltage Control of Current Output ................................... 128
External Resistance Control of Voltage Output .............................. 130
External Resistance Control of Current Output .............................. 132
External Control of Output ................................................................. 134
External control of Shutdown ............................................................. 137
Remote Monitoring .............................................. 139
External Voltage and Current Monitoring ........................................ 139
External Operation and Status Monitoring ....................................... 141

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Analog Remote Control Overview

The 2260B power supply series have a number of analog control
options. The Analog Control connectors are used to control output
voltage and current using external voltage or resistance. The power
supply output and power switch can also be controlled using
external switches.

 Analog Control connector overview → from page 123

 External voltage control of voltage output → from page 125
 External voltage control of current output → from page 128
 External resistance control of voltage output → from page 130
 External resistance control of current output → from page 132
 External control of output → from page 134
 External control of the power switch → from page 137

Analog Control Connector Overview

Overview The Analog Control Connector is a standard

Mil 26 pin connector (OMRON XG4 IDC plug).
The connector is used for all analog remote
control. The pins used determine what remote
control mode is used.

To prevent electric shock, ensure that the cover for

WARNING the Analog Control Connector is used when the
connector is not in use.
Pin Assignment
25 1

26 2
Pin name Pin number Description
Current Share 1 Used when operating 2 or more units in parallel.

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D COM 2 Connected to the (–S) sense- terminal when

remote sense is used. Connected to the negative
output terminal when remote sense is not used.
CURRENT SUM 3 Current sum output signal when used in parallel
OUT mode.
EXT-V CV CONT 4 External voltage control of the voltage output. A
voltage of 0~10V is used to control the full scale
voltage output (0%~100%) of the instrument.
EXT-V CC CONT 5 External voltage control of the current output. A
voltage of 0~10V is used to control the full scale
current output (0%~100%)of the instrument
EXT-R CV CONT 6 External resistance control of the voltage output. A
PIN1 resistance of 0kΩ ~ 10kΩ is used to control the full
scale voltage output (0%~100%) of the instrument.
EXT-R CV CONT 7 External resistance control of the voltage output. A
PIN2 resistance of 0kΩ ~ 10kΩ is used to control the full
scale voltage output (0%~100%) of the instrument.
EXT-R CC CONT 8 External resistance control of the current output. A
PIN1 resistance of 0kΩ ~ 10kΩ is used to control the full
scale current output (0%~100%) of the instrument.
EXT-R CC CONT 9 External resistance control of the current output. A
PIN2 resistance of 0kΩ ~ 10kΩ is used to control the full
scale current output (0%~100%) of the instrument.
V MON 10 Voltage Monitor Output. Outputs the full scale
voltage (0~100%) as a voltage (0V~10V).
I MON 11 Current Monitor Output. Outputs the full scale
current (0~100%) as a voltage (0V~10V).
SHUTDOWN 12 The shut down signal will turn off the output or
power when a low TTL signal is applied. The
shutdown signal is pulled up to 5V with a 10kΩ
pull-up resistor.
CURRENT_SUM_ 13 Master unit current sum input signal from first
1 slave CURRENT SUM OUTPUT. Used in parallel
mode only.
CURRENT_SUM_ 14 Master unit current sum input signal from second
2 slave CURRENT SUM OUTPUT. Used in parallel
mode only.

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FEEDBACK 15 Parallel control signal during master-slave parallel

operation.
A COM 16 Analog signal common. Connected to the sense-
terminal when remote sense is used. Connected to
the negative output terminal when remote sense is
not used.
STATUS COM 17 Common for status signals 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22.
CV STATUS 18 Turns on when CV mode is active. (photo coupled
open collector output)
CC STATUS 19 Turns on when CC mode is active. (photo coupled
open collector output)
ALM STATUS 20 Turns on when any of the protection modes are
tripped (OVP, OCP) or if a shutdown signal is
input. (photo coupled open collector output)
OUTPUT ON 21 Turns on when the output has been turned on.
STATUS (photo coupled open collector output)
POWER OFF 22 Turns on when the power switch is turned off.
STATUS
N.C. 23 Not connected
OUT ON/OFF 24 Turns the output on/off when (default setting) a
CONT low TTL signal is applied. Internally, the circuit is
pulled up to +5V with 10kΩ resistance.
SER SLV IN 25 Series slave input during master-slave series
operation. (30V/80V models only)
N.C. 26 Not connected

External Voltage Control of Voltage Output

Background External voltage control of the voltage output is

accomplished using the MIL-26 connector on
the rear panel. A voltage of 0~10V is used to
control the full scale voltage of the instrument,
where:

Output voltage = full scale voltage × (external

voltage/10)

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Connection When connecting the external voltage source to

the MIL connectors, use shielded or twisted
paired wiring.

EXT-V 2260B

＋ 4 Analog
－
connector
16
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin16 → EXT-V (-)

 Pin4 → EXT-V (+)
 Wire shield → negative (-) output terminal

Connection- alt. If the wire shield needs to be grounded at the

shielding voltage source (EXT-V), then the shield cannot
also be grounded at the negative (-) terminal
output of the 2260B power supply. This would
short the output.

EXT-V 2260B

＋ 4 Analog
－
connector
16
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin16 → EXT-V(-)
 Pin4 → EXT-V(+)
 Wire shield → EXT-V ground (GND)

Panel operation 1. Connect the external voltage according to the

connection diagrams above.

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2. Set the F-90 power on Page 120

configuration setting to 1 (CV
control – Ext voltage).
 Be sure to cycle the power after the power on
configuration has been set.

3. Press the Function key and confirm

the new configuration settings (F-
90=1).

4. Press the Output key. The voltage

can now be controlled with the
External voltage.

The input impedance for external voltage control is

Note 10kΩ.

Use a stable voltage supply for the external voltage

control.

CV and CC Slew Rate Priority are disabled for V-I

Note mode (F-03) when using external voltage control.
See the normal function settings on page 108.

Ensure no more than 10.5 volts are input into the

CAUTION external voltage input.

Ensure the voltage polarity is correct when

connecting the external voltage.

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External Voltage Control of Current Output

Background External voltage control of the current output is

accomplished using the MIL-26 connector on
the rear panel. A voltage of 0~10V is used to
control the full scale current of the instrument,
where:

Output current = full scale current × (external

voltage/10)

Connection When connecting the external voltage source to

the MIL connectors, use shielded or twisted
paired wiring.

EXT-V 2260B

＋ 5 Analog
－
connector
16
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin16 → EXT-V (-)

 Pin5 → EXT-V (+)
 Wire shield → negative (-) output terminal

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Connection- alt. If the wire shield needs to be grounded at the

shielding voltage source (EXT-V), then the shield cannot
also be grounded at the negative (-) terminal
output of the 2260B power supply. This would
short the output.

EXT-V 2260B

＋ 5 Analog
－
connector
16
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin16 → EXT-V (-)

 Pin5 → EXT-V (+)
 Wire shield → EXT-V ground (GND)

Steps 1. Connect the external voltage according to the

connection diagrams above.

2. Set the F-91 power on Page 120

configuration setting to 1 (CC
control – Ext voltage).
 Be sure to cycle the power after the power on
configuration has been set.

3. Press the Function key and confirm

the new configuration settings (F-
91=1).

4. Press the Output key. The current

can now be controlled with the
External voltage.

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The input impedance for external voltage control is

Note 10kΩ.

Use a stable voltage supply for the external voltage

control.

CV and CC Slew Rate Priority are disabled for V-I

Note mode (F-03) when using external voltage control.
See the normal function settings on page 108.

Ensure the voltage polarity is correct when

CAUTION connecting the external voltage.

Ensure no more than 10.5 volts are input into the

external voltage input.

External Resistance Control of Voltage Output

Background External resistance control of the voltage output

is accomplished using the MIL-26 connector on
the rear panel. A resistance of 0kΩ~10kΩ is
used to control the full scale voltage of the
instrument.

The output voltage (0 to full scale) can be

controlled with the external resistance going up
(Ext-R ) 0kΩ~10kΩ(10kΩ = Vo,max) or down
(Ext-R ) 10kΩ~0kΩ(10kΩ = 0).

For 0kΩ~10kΩ: Output voltage = full scale

voltage × (external resistance/10)

For 10kΩ~0kΩ: Output voltage = full scale

voltage × ([10-external resistance]/10)

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The Ext-R configuration is recommended for

Note safety reasons. In the event that the cables become
accidentally disconnected, the voltage output will
drop to zero. Under similar circumstances using
Ext-R , an unexpected high voltage would be
output.

If switches are used to switch between fixed

resistances, use switches that avoid creating open
circuits. Use short-circuit or continuous resistance
switches.
EXT-R 2260B
Connection
6 Analog
connector
7
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin6 → EXT-R
 Pin7 → EXT-R
 Wire shield → negative (-) output terminal

Steps 1. Connect the external resistance according to the

connection diagrams above.

2. Set the F-90 (CV Control) Page 120

configuration settings to 2 for Ext-
R or 3 for Ext-R .
 Be sure to cycle the power after the power on
configuration has been set.

3. Press the Function key and confirm

the new configuration settings (F-
90=2 or 3).

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4. Press the Output key. The voltage

can now be controlled with the
External resistance.

Ensure the resistor(s) and cables used exceed the

Note isolation voltage of the power supply. For example:
insulation tubes with a withstand voltage higher
than the power supply can be used.

When choosing an external resistor ensure the

resistor can withstand a high degree of heat.

CV and CC Slew Rate Priority are disabled for V-I

Note mode (F-03) when using external resistance
control. See the normal function settings on page
108.

External Resistance Control of Current Output

Background External resistance control of the current output is

accomplished using the MIL-26 connector on the
rear panel. A resistance of 0kΩ~10kΩ is used to
control the full scale current of the instrument.

The output current (0 to full scale) can be

controlled with the external resistance going up
(Ext-R ) 0kΩ~10kΩ(10kΩ = Vo,max) or down
(Ext-R ) 10kΩ~0kΩ(10kΩ = 0).

For 0kΩ~10kΩ: Output current = full scale current

× (external resistance/10)

For 10kΩ~0kΩ: Output current = full scale current

× ([10-external resistance]/10)

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The Ext-R configuration is recommended for

Note safety reasons. In the event that the cables become
accidentally disconnected, the current output will
drop to zero. Under similar circumstances using
Ext-R , an unexpected high current would be
output.

If switches are used to switch between fixed

resistances, use switches that avoid creating open
circuits. Use short-circuit or continuous resistance
switches.
EXT-R 2260B
Connection
9 Analog
connector
8
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin9 → EXT-R
 Pin8 → EXT-R
 Wire shield → negative (-) output terminal

Steps 1. Connect the external resistance according to the

connection diagrams above.

2. Set the F-91 (CC Control) Page 120

configuration settings to 2 for Ext-
R or 3 for Ext-R .
 Be sure to cycle the power after the power on
configuration has been set.

3. Press the Function key and confirm

the new configuration settings (F-
91=2 or 3).

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4. Press the Output key. The current

can now be controlled with the
External resistance.

Ensure the resistor(s) and cables used exceed the

Note isolation voltage of the power supply. For example:
insulation tubes with a withstand voltage higher
than the power supply can be used.

When choosing an external resistor ensure the

resistor can withstand a high degree of heat.

CV and CC Slew Rate Priority are disabled for V-I

Note mode (F-03) when using external resistance
control. See the normal function settings on page
108.

External Control of Output

Background The output can be turned on or off externally

using a switch. The analog control connector
can be set to turn the output on from a high or
low signal. The voltage across pins 2 and 24 are
internally pulled to +5V ±5% @ 500uA with
10kΩ pull-up resistor. A short (closed switch)
produces a low signal.

When set to High = On, the output is turned on

when the pins 2-24 are open.

When Low = On, the output is turned on when

pins 2-24 are shorted.

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Switch 2260B
Connection
2 Analog
connector
24
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin2 → Switch
 Pin24 → Switch
 Wire shield → negative (-) output terminal

Steps 1. Connect the external switch according to the

connection diagrams above.

Set F-94 (External output logic) in Page 120

the power on configuration
settings to 0 (High = On) or 1
(Low = On).
 Be sure to cycle the power after
setting the power on configuration
settings.

2. Press the Function key and confirm

the new configuration settings.

3. The switch is now ready to set the output on or

off.

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When using a switch over long distances, please

Note use a switch relay to extend the line from the coil
side of the relay.
Switch
Relay

Line 2 Analog
extention connector
24

If a single switch control is to be used for multiple

Output
Terminal
units, please isolate each instrument. This can be
achieved by using a relay.

Ensure the cables used and the switch exceed the

Warning isolation voltage of the power supply. For example:
insulation tubes with a withstand voltage higher
than the power supply can be used.

Messages: If F-94 = 0 (High = on) and the pin 24 is

Note low (0) “MSG 001” will be displayed on the display.

If F-94 = 1 (Low = on) and the pin 24 is high (1)

“MSG 002” will be displayed on the display.

Output off (High=on) Output off (Low=on)

Output ON/OFF Delay Time (F-01, F-02) are

Note disabled when the output is set to external control.
See the normal function settings on 108 for details.

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External control of Shutdown

Background The output of the power supplies can be

configured to shut down via an external switch.
The ability to externally shut down the power
supply must first be enabled in the power on
configuration settings. The voltage across pins 2
and 12 are internally pulled to +5V ±5% @
500uA with 10kΩ pull-up resistor.
Switch 2260B
Connection
2 Analog
connector
12
2 core shielded
wire or twisted
pair Output
Terminal

 Pin2 → Switch
 Pin12 → Switch
 Wire shield → negative (-) output terminal

Steps 1. Connect the external switches according to the

connection diagrams above.

2. Set F-95 to in the configuration Page 120

settings to 0 (Enable). This will
allow the external control of
shutdown.

3. Press the function key and confirm

the new configuration settings.

4. The switch will now shut down the power

supply when shorted.

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When using a switch over long distances, please

Note use a switch relay to extend the line from the coil
side of the relay.
Switch
Relay

Line 2 Analog
extention connector
12

Output
If a single switch control is to be used for multiple
Terminal
units, please isolate each instrument. This can be
achieved by using a relay.

Ensure the cables and switch used exceed the

Warning isolation voltage of the power supply. For example:
insulation tubes with a withstand voltage higher
than the power supply can be used.

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Remote Monitoring
The 2260B power supplies have remote monitoring support for
current and voltage output. They also support monitoring of
operation and alarm status.

 External monitoring of output voltage and current → from page

139
 External monitoring of operation mode and alarm status → from
page 141

External Voltage and Current Monitoring

Background The MIL 26 pin connector is used to monitor

the current (IMON) or voltage (VMON) output.

An output of 0~10V represents the voltage or

current output of 0~ rated current/voltage
output.
 IMON = (current output/full scale) × 10
 VMON = (voltage output/full scale) × 10

External voltage and current monitoring

doesn’t need to be enabled in the configuration
settings.

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2260B
VMON
Connection DMM 10 Analog
connector
V MON
0→10V 16

Output
Terminal

 Pin16 → Neg (-)

 Pin10 → Pos (+)
IMON 2260B
Connection
DMM 11 Analog
connector
I MON
0→10V 16

Output
Terminal

 Pin16 → Neg (-)

 Pin11 → Pos (+)

The output impedance of the voltage (VMON) and

Note
current (IMON) monitor pins is 1kΩ.

Maximum current is 10mA.

The monitor outputs are strictly DC and should not

be used to monitor analog components such as
transient voltage response or ripple etc.

Ensure IMON(pin 11) and VMON(pin 10) are not

CAUTION shorted together. This will cause damage to the
unit.

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External Operation and Status Monitoring

Background The MIL 26 pin connector can also be used to

monitor the status operation and alarm status
of the instrument.

The pins are isolated from the power supply

internal circuitry by photo couplers. Status
Com (Pin 17) is a photo coupler emitter output,
while pins 18~22 are photo coupler collector
outputs.

A maximum of 30V and 8mA can be applied to

each pin.
Name and Pin Description
STATUS COM 17 Common (photo coupler
emitter) for status signals 18,
19, 20, 21 and 22.
CV STATUS 18 Low when CV mode is active.
CC STATUS 19 Low when CC mode is active.
ALM STATUS 20 Low when any of the protection
modes are tripped (OVP,
OCP). Active low.
OUT ON 21 Low when the output is on.
STATUS
PWR OFF 22 Active low.
STATUS

Pins 18, 19, 20, 21, 22

17

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Timing diagrams Below are 4 example timing diagrams covering

a number fo scenarios. Note that pins 18~22 are
all active low.

CV MODE: The diagram below shows the timing diagram

Output turned on when the output is turned on when the 2260B is
set to CV mode.

H
CV status
L
H
CC status
L
H
Output status
L

CV MODE: The diagram below shows the output status

Output turned off lines when the output is turned off in CV mode.

H
CV status
L
H
CC status
L
OFF
Output status
ON

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CC MODE: The diagram below shows the timing diagram

Output turned on when the output is turned on when the 2260B is
set to CC mode.

H
CV status
L
H
CC status
L
H
Output status
L

CC MODE: The diagram below shows the output status

Output turned off lines when the output is turned off in CC mode.

H
CV status
L
H
CC status
L
H
Output status
L

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COMMUNICATION
INTERFACE
This chapter describes basic configuration of
IEEE488.2 based remote control. For a command
list, refer to the programming manual.

Interface Configuration ........................................ 145

USB Remote Interface .......................................................................... 145
Configure GPIB Interface .................................................................... 145
Configure Ethernet Connection ......................................................... 147
Web Server Configuration .......................................................... 147
Sockets Server Configuration ..................................................... 148
USB Function Check ............................................................................ 149
Web Server Remote Control Function Check .................................. 152
Socket Server Function Check ............................................................ 153

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Interface Configuration

USB Remote Interface

USB PC side Type A, host

configuration connector
2260B side Rear panel Type B, slave
connector
Speed 1.1/2.0 (full speed/high speed)

USB Class CDC (communications device

class)

Steps 1. Connect the USB cable to the rear

panel USB B port.

2. Change the Rear panel-USB (F-22) Page 118

setting to USB-CDC (2).

Configure GPIB Interface

To use GPIB, the optional GPIB to USB (2260B-GPIB-USB) adapter
must be used. Only one GPIB address can be used at a time.

Configure GPIB 1. Ensure the 2260B is off before proceeding.

2. Connect the USB cable from the rear panel

USB B port on the 2260B to the USB A port on
the GPIB to USB adapter.

3. Connect a GPIB cable from a GPIB controller to

the GPIB port on the adapter.

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Type A plug From

computer

From Type B plug

on 2260B

GPIB to USB adapter

4. Turn the 2260B on.

5. Press the Function key to enter the Page 118

Normal configuration settings.

Set the following GPIB settings

Set the rear panel USB port to
F-22 = 1
GPIB-USB
F-23 = 0~30 Set the GPIB address (0~30)
 Maximum 15 devices altogether, 20m cable
GPIB constraints length, 2m between each device
 Unique address assigned to each device
 At least 2/3 of the devices turned On
 No loop or parallel connection

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Configure Ethernet Connection

The Ethernet interface can be configured for a number of different
applications. Ethernet can be configured for basic remote control or
monitoring using a web server or it can be configured as a socket
server.
The 2260B series supports both DHCP connections so the
instrument can be automatically connected to an existing network
or alternatively, network settings can be manually configured.

Ethernet For details on how to configure the Ethernet

configuration settings, please see the configuration chapter on
Parameters page 114.
MAC Address LAN
(display only)
DHCP IP Address
Subnet Mask Gateway
DNS Address Sockets Active
Web Server Active Web Password Active
Web set password 0000~9999 (default 0000)

Web Server Configuration

Configuration This configuration example will configure the

2260B as a web server and use DHCP to
automatically assign an IP address to the 2260B.

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN

network to the rear panel Ethernet

port.

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2. Press the Function key to enter the Page 118

Normal configuration settings.

Set the following LAN settings:

F-36 = 1 Enable LAN
F-37 = 1 Turn DHCP to enable
F-59 = 1 Turn the web server on

It may be necessary to cycle the power or refresh

Note the web browser to connect to a network.

Sockets Server Configuration

Configuration This configuration example will configure the

2260B socket server.

The following configuration settings will

manually assign the 2260B an IP address and
enable the socket server. By default, the socket
server port number is 2268 and cannot be
configured.

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN

network to the rear panel Ethernet

port.

2. Press the Function key to enter the Page 118

Normal configuration settings.

Set the following LAN settings:

F-36 = 1 Enable LAN
F-37 = 0 Disable DHCP
F-39 = 172 IP Address part 1 of 4
F-40 = 16 IP Address part 2 of 4
F-41 = 5 IP Address part 3 of 4
F-42 = 133 IP Address part 4 of 4
F-43 = 255 Subnet Mask part 1 of 4
F-44 = 255 Subnet Mask part 2 of 4

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F-45 = 128 Subnet Mask part 3 of 4

F-46 = 0 Subnet Mask part 4 of 4
F-43 = 172 Gateway part 1 of 4
F-44 = 16 Gateway part 2 of 4
F-45 = 21 Gateway part 3 of 4
F-46 = 101 Gateway part 4 of 4
F-57 = 1 Enable Sockets

USB Function Check

Background To test the USB functionality, National

Instruments Measurement and Automation
Explorer can be used. This program is available
on the NI website, www.ni.com., via a search
for the VISA Run-time Engine page, or
“downloads” at the following URL,
http://www.ni.com/visa/

Requirements Operating System: Windows 7, XP

The 2260B will appear as a COM port on the PC.

Note
To check the COM port No, see the Device
Manager in the PC. For Win 7; Control panel →
Hardware and Sound → Device Manager.

Functionality 1. Start the NI Measurement and Automation

check Explorer (MAX) program. Using Windows,
press:

Start>All Programs>National
Instruments>Measurement & Automation

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2. From the Configuration panel access;

My System>Devices and Interfaces

3. Select "COM7".

4. Press Open VISA Test Panel.

The displayed COM port No. may differ with the

Note

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picture shown here. It depends on the virtual

COM port number in your system. Here "COM7"
is the Virtual COM port assigned to the 2260B.

5. Click the Configuration icon.

6. In the I/O Settings tab, select the Enable

Termination Character check box. Ensure Line
Feed - \n is selected as the line feed character.

7. Click Apply Changes.

8. Click the Input/Output icon.

9. Ensure *IDN?\n is selected in the Select or

Enter Command dropdown text box.

10. Click the Query button.

11. The *IDN? query should be returned to the

buffer area:

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9 10

11

For further details, please see the programming

Note manual.

Web Server Remote Control Function Check

Functionality Enter the IP address of the power supply in a

check web browser after the instrument has been
configured as a web server (page 147).

http:// XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX

The web browser interface appears.

For further details, please see the programming

Note manual.

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Socket Server Function Check

Background To test the socket server functionality, National

Instruments Measurement and Automation
Explorer can be used. This program is available
on the NI website, www.ni.com., via a search
for the VISA Run-time Engine page, or
“downloads” at the following URL,
http://www.ni.com/visa/

Requirements Operating System: Windows 7, XP

Functionality 1. Start the NI Measurement and Automation

check Explorer (MAX) program. Using Windows,
press:

Start>All Programs>National
Instruments>Measurement & Automation

2. From the Configuration panel access;

My System>Devices and Interfaces>Network

Devices

3. Click Create New... .

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4. Select Visa TCP/IP Resource.

3
2

5. Select Manual Entry of Raw Socket from the

popup window.

6. Click Next.

7. Enter the IP address and the port number of the

2260B. The port number is fixed at 2268.

8. Click the Validate button. A popup box will

appear when successful.

9. Click Next.

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7
8

10. Next configure the Alias (name) of the 2260B

connection. In this example the Alias is:
PS_DC1

11. Click finish.

10

11

12. The IP address of the 2260B will now appear

under Network Devices in the configuration
panel. Select this icon now.

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13. Press Open VISA Test Panel.

13

12

14. Click Configuration icon.

15. In the I/O Settings tab, select the Enable

Termination Character check box. Ensure Line
Feed - \n is selected as the line feed character.

16. Click Apply Changes.

14

15

16

17. Click the Input/Output icon.

18. Ensure *IDN?\n is selected in the Select or Enter

Command dropdown text box.

19. Click the Query button.

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20. The *IDN? query should be returned to the

buffer area.

17

18 19

20

For further details, please see the programming

Note manual.

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FIRMWARE UPGRADE
PROCEDURE
Firmware Update ................................................. 159
Check the Firmware Version ................................. 162
Kernel Update ...................................................... 164
Check the Kernel Version ..................................... 167

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Firmware Update

Background The firmware can be upgraded using the USB A

port on the front panel.

 Ensure the load is not connected.

Note
 Ensure the output is off.

1. Insert a USB Flash Drive into the USB port on

the front panel of the Keithley 2260B.
Uncompress this zipped file to the root
directory (USB\:). The root directory needs to
contain the keithley folder.

2. Press the Function key. The

function key will light up.

3. The display will show F-01

on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

4. Rotate the voltage knob to change Voltage

the F setting to F-00.

5. The display will show F-00

on the top and the 0000 for
the Password for F-00.

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6. Use the current knob to set the Current

Password for the F-00 setting. The

Password is “5 0 0 4”.

7. Press the Voltage knob to enter the

Voltage
Special Mode. SF- 1 will be
displayed when successful.

X can be anything in the display

8. Rotate the voltage knob to change Voltage

the SF setting to SF- 2.

9. The display will show SF- 2

on the top.

10. Use the current knob to set SF- 2 to Current

“1”.

11. Press the Voltage knob to copy the Voltage

new firmware to the 2260B.

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12. On progressing, the display will look as shown

below.

13. When the display looks as shown below, the

system will reboot automatically.

or

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Check the Firmware Version

Background The F-89 configuration setting allows you to

view the 2260B version number, build date,
keyboard version, analog-control version and
kernel build.

Steps 1. Press the Function key. The

Function key will light up.

2. The display should show

F-01 on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

Voltage
3. Rotate the Voltage knob to change
the F setting to F-89 (Show
Version).

4. Rotate the Current knob to view Current

the version and build date for the
various items.

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F-89 0-XX: Main Program Version

1-XX: Main Program Version
2-XX: Main Program Build On-Year.
3-XX: Main Program Build On-Year.
4-XX: Main Program Build On-Month.
5-XX: Main Program Build On-Day.
6-XX: Keyboard CPLD version.
7-XX: Keyboard CPLD version.
8-XX: Analog CPLD version.
9-XX: Analog CPLD version.
A-XX: Reserved.
B-XX: Reserved.
C-XX: Kernel Build On-Year.
D-XX: Kernel Build On-Year.
E-XX: Kernel Build On-Month.
F-XX: Kernel Build On-Day.

5. Press the Function key again to

exit. The function key light will
turn off.

Example Main Program Version: Vt1.50, 2014/08-03

0-t1: Main Program Version

1-50: Main Program Version
2-20: Main Program Build On-Year.
3-14: Main Program Build On-Year.
4-08: Main Program Build On-Month.
5-03: Main Program Build On-Day.

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Kernel Update

 Ensure the load is not connected.

Note
 Ensure the output is off.

1. Insert the USB Flash Drive with keithley.

2. The keithley folder includes ps_os.blk.

3. Press the Function key. The

function key will light up.

4. The display will show F-01

on the top and the
configuration setting for F-
01 on the bottom.

5. Rotate the voltage knob to change Voltage

the F setting to F-00.

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6. The display will show F-00

on the top and 0000 for the
Password for F-00.

7. Use the current knob to set the Current

Password for the F-00 setting. The

Password is “5 0 0 4”.

8. Press the Voltage knob to enter the

Voltage
Special Mode. SF- 1 will be
displayed when successful.

X = the display
can be anything

9. Rotate the voltage knob to change Voltage

the SF setting to SF- 6.

10. The display will show SF- 6

on the top.

11. Use the current knob to set the Current

value for SF- 6. The value is “2”.

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12. Press the Voltage knob to copy the Voltage

new kernel to the 2260B.

13. On progressing, the display will look as

follows.

14. After the update has finished, SF- 6 and ok will

be displayed.

3 sec

15. Cycle Power to complete this procedure.

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Check the Kernel Version

Background The F-89 configuration setting allows you to

view the 2260B version number, build date,
keyboard version, analog-control version and
kernel build.

Steps 1. Press the Function key. The

Function key will light up.

2. The display should show

F-01 on the top and the
configuration setting for
F-01 on the bottom.

Voltage
3. Rotate the Voltage knob to change
the F setting to F-89 (Show
Version).

4. Rotate the Current knob to view Current

the version and build date for the
various items.

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F-89 0-XX: Main Program Version

1-XX: Main Program Version
2-XX: Main Program Build On-Year.
3-XX: Main Program Build On-Year.
4-XX: Main Program Build On-Month.
5-XX: Main Program Build On-Day.
6-XX: Keyboard CPLD version.
7-XX: Keyboard CPLD version.
8-XX: Analog CPLD version.
9-XX: Analog CPLD version.
A-XX: Reserved.
B-XX: Reserved.
C-XX: Kernel Build On-Year.
D-XX: Kernel Build On-Year.
E-XX: Kernel Build On-Month.
F-XX: Kernel Build On-Day.

5. Press the Function key again to

exit. The function key light will
turn off.

Example Kernel Version: 2014/08/03

C-20: Kernel Build On-Year.

D-14: Kernel Build On-Year.
E-08: Kernel Build On-Month.
F-03: Kernel Build On-Day.

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MAINTENANCE
The 2260B power supply filters should be
replaced on a periodic schedule to maintain
performance and specification characteristics.
Replacing the Dust Filter ..................................................................... 170

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Replacing the Dust Filter

The dust filter should be replaced at least 2 times a year. Not
replacing the filter on a regular basis will reduce performance and
may cause the unit to overheat.

Front panel filter 1. Turn the instrument off.

(all models)
2. Pull the filter out from the bottom of the front
panel.

3. Replace the filter.

Side panel filters 1. Lift the side panel up and away from the case.
(720W & 1080W)
2. Remove the filter from the grill and replace
with a new filter.

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FAQ
• The power supply won’t let me change the mode (CV mode ↔ CC
mode).
• The OVP voltage is triggered earlier than expected.
• Can I combine more than 1 cable together for the output wiring?
• The accuracy does not match the specification.

The power supply won’t let me change the mode (CV mode
↔ CC mode).

To set the power supply to CC or CV mode, the Function key must

be held when the power is turned on to enter the Power On
Configuration Mode. See page 120.

The OVP voltage is triggered earlier than expected.

When setting the OVP voltage, take into account the voltage drop
from the load cables. As the OVP level is set from the output
terminals and not the load terminals, the voltage at the load
terminals may be slightly lower.

Can I combine more than 1 cable together for the output

wiring?

Yes. Cables can be used together (in parallel) if the current capacity
of a single cable is insufficient. However the withstand voltage
should also be taken into account. Ensure the cables are twisted
together and are the same length.

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The accuracy does not match the specification.

Make sure the device is powered On for at least 30 minutes, within

+20°C~+30°C. This is necessary to stabilize the unit to match the
specification.
For more information, contact your local Tektronix-Keithley
representative.

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APPENDIX
2260B Default Settings
The following default settings are the factory configuration settings
for the power supply (Function settings/Test settings).

For details on how to return to the factory default settings, see page
56.
Initial Settings Default Setting
Output Off
LOCK 0 (Disabled)
Voltage 0V
Current 0A
OVP Maximum
OCP Maximum
Normal Function
Settings Setting Default Setting
Output ON delay time F-01 0.00s
Output OFF delay time F-02 0.00s
V-I mode slew rate select F-03 0 = CV high speed priority
Rising voltage slew rate F-04 60.00V/s (2260B-30-XX)
160.0V/s (2260B-80-XX)
500.0V/s (2260B-250-XX)
1600V/s (2260B-800-XX)
Falling voltage slew rate F-05 60.00V/s (2260B-30-XX)
160.0V/s (2260B-80-XX)
500.0V/s (2260B-250-XX)
1600V/s (2260B-800-XX)

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Rising current slew rate F-06 72.00A/s (2260B-30-36)

144.0A/s (2260B-30-72)
216.0A/s (2260B-30-108)
27.00A/s (2260B-80-13)
54.00A/s (2260B-80-27)
81.00A/s (2260B-80-40)
9.000A/s (2260B-250-4)
18.00A/s (2260B-250-9)
27.00A/s (2260B-250-13)
2.880A/s (2260B-800-1)
5.760A/s (2260B-800-2)
8.640A/s (2260B-800-4)
Falling current slew rate F-07 72.00A/s (2260B-30-36)
144.0A/s (2260B-30-72)
216.0A/s (2260B-30-108)
27.00A/s (2260B-80-13)
54.00A/s (2260B-80-27)
81.00A/s (2260B-80-40)
9.000A/s (2260B-250-4)
18.00A/s (2260B-250-9)
27.00A/s (2260B-250-13)
2.880A/s (2260B-800-1)
5.760A/s (2260B-800-2)
8.640A/s (2260B-800-4)
Internal resistance F-08 0.000Ω
setting
Bleeder circuit control F-09 1 = ON
Buzzer ON/OFF control F-10 1 = ON
Measurement Average F-17
0 = Low
Setting
Lock Mode F-19 0 = Panel lock: allow output off
USB/GPIB setting
Rear Panel USB Mode F-22 2 = USB CDC, Auto Detect Speed
GPIB address F-23 8
LAN setting
LAN F-36 1 = Enable
DHCP F-37 1 = Enable
Sockets active F-57 1 = Enable
Web Server active F-59 1 = Enable
Web password active F-60 1 = Enable

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Web setting password F-61 0000

Power On Configuration
CV Control F-90 0= Panel control (local)
CC Control F-91 0= Panel control (local)
Power-ON Output F-92 0 = OFF at startup
Master/Slave F-93 0 = Master/Local
External Out Logic F-94 0= High ON
Power Switch trip F-95 0 = Enable

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Error Messages & Messages

The following error messages or messages may appear on the
2260B screen during operation.

Error Messages Description

Err 001 USB Mass Storage is not present
Err 002 No (such)file in USB mass storage
Err 003 Empty memory location
Err 004 File access error
For error messages other than Err 001 to Err
Note 004, please contact your distributor for service
repair.
Messages Description
MSG 001 External control of output. Output off (F-94=0,
High=on)
MSG 002 External control of output. Output off (F-94=1,
Low=on)
MSG 003 F-93 is not zero. Unable to calibrate.

LED Display Format

Use the following table to read the LED display messages.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D

E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R

S T U V W X Y Z ( ) + - ,

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2260B Specifications
The specifications apply when the 2260B is powered on for at least
30 minutes.

2260B 360W

2260B-30-36, 2260B-80-13, 2260B-250-4, 2260B-800-1

2260B- 2260B- 2260B- 2260B-
Model Unit 30-36 80-13 250-4 800-1
Rated Output Voltage V 30 80 250 800
Rated Output Current A 36 13.5 4.5 1.44
Rated Output Power W 360 360 360 360
Power Ratio -- 3 3 3.125 3.2
Constant Voltage Mode
Line Regulation (*1) mV 18 43 128 403
Load Regulation (*2) mV 20 45 130 405
Ripple and Noise (*3)
p-p (*4) mV 60 60 80 150
r.m.s (*5) mV 7 7 15 30
Temperature coefficient ppm 100ppm/°C of rated output voltage, after a
/ºC 30 minute warm-up.
Remote sense compensation
V 0.6 0.6 1 1
voltage (single wire)
Rise Time (*6)
Rated Load ms 50 50 100 150
No Load ms 50 50 100 150
Fall Time (*7)
Rated Load ms 50 50 150 300
No Load ms 500 500 1200 2000
Transient response time (*8) ms 1 1 2 2
Constant Current Mode
Line regulation (*1) mA 41 18.5 9.5 6.44
Load regulation (*9) mA 41 18.5 9.5 6.44
Ripple and noise
r.m.s (*5) mA 72 27 10 5
Temperature coefficient ppm 200ppm/°C of rated output current, after a
/ºC 30 minute warm-up.

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Protection Function
Over voltage protection
(OVP)
Setting range V 3-33 8-88 20-275 20-880
Setting accuracy ± (2% of rated output voltage)
Over current protection
(OCP)
Setting range 0.144-
A 3.6-39.6 1.35-14.85 0.45-4.95
1.584
Setting accuracy ± (2% of rated output current)
Over temperature protection
(OTP)
Operation Turn the output off.
Low AC input protection
(AC-FAIL)
Operation Turn the output off.
Power limit (POWER LIMIT)
Operation Over power limit.
Value (fixed) Approx. 105% of rated output power
Analog Programming and Monitoring
External voltage control Accuracy and linearity: ±0.5% of rated
output voltage at 23˚C±5˚C output voltage.
External voltage control Accuracy and linearity: ±1% of rated output
output current at 23˚C±5˚C current.
External resistor control Accuracy and linearity: ±1.5% of rated
output voltage at 23˚C±5˚C output voltage.
External resistor control Accuracy and linearity: ±1.5% of rated
output current at 23˚C±5˚C output current.
Output voltage monitor
at 23˚C±5˚C
Accuracy % ±1 ±1 ±2 ±2
Output current monitor
at 23˚C±5˚C
Accuracy % ±1 ±1 ±2 ±2
Shutdown control Turns the output off with a LOW (0V to
0.5V) or short-circuit.
Output on/off control Possible logic selections:
Turn the output on using a LOW (0V to
0.5V) or short-circuit, turn the output off
using a HIGH (4.5V to 5V) or open-circuit.
Turn the output on using a HIGH (4.5V to
5V) or open-circuit, turn the output off
using a LOW (0V to 0.5V) or short-circuit.

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CV/CC/ALM/PWR ON/OUT Photocoupler open collector output;

ON indicator Maximum voltage 30V, maximum sink
current 8mA.

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Front Panel
Display, 4 digits
Voltage accuracy at
23˚C±5˚C; ±(0.1% +) mV 20 20 200 400
Current accuracy at
23˚C±5˚C; ±(0.1% +) mA 40 20 5 2
Indications GREEN LED's: CV, CC, VSR, ISR, DLY, RMT,
20, 40, 60, 80, 100, %W, W, V, A
RED LED's: ALM
Buttons Function, OVP/OCP, Set, Test, Lock/Local,
PWR DSPL, Output
Knobs Voltage, Current
USB port Type A USB connector
Programming and Measurement (USB, LAN, GPIB)
Output voltage programm-
ing accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mV 10 10 200 400
Output current programm-
ing accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mA 30 10 5 2
Output voltage
programming resolution mV 1 2 5 14
Output current
programming resolution mA 1 1 1 1
Output voltage measure-
ment accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mV 10 10 200 400
Output current measure-
ment accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mA 30 10 5 2
Output voltage
measurement resolution mV 1 2 5 14
Output current
measurement resolution mA 1 1 1 1
Series and Parallel Capability
Parallel number Units 3 3 3 3
Series Number Units 2 2 None None
Input Characteristics
Nominal input rating 100Vac to 240Vac, 50Hz to 60Hz, single
phase
Input voltage range 85Vac ~ 265Vac
Input voltage range 47Hz ~ 63Hz
Maximum input current
100Vac A 5

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200Vac A 2.5
Inrush current Less than 25A.
Maximum input power VA 500
Power factor
100Vac 0.99
200Vac 0.97
Efficiency
100Vac % 77 78 79 80
200Vac % 79 80 81 82
Hold-up time 20ms or greater
Interface Capabilities
USB TypeA: Host, TypeB: Slave, Speed: 1.1/2.0,
USB Class: CDC(Communications Device
Class)
LAN MAC Address, DNS IP Address, User
Password, Gateway IP Address, Instrument
IP Address, Subnet Mask
GPIB Optional: GUG-001 (GPIB to USB Adapter)
Environmental Conditions
Operating temperature 0˚C to 50˚C
Storage temperature -25˚C to 70˚C
Operating humidity 20% to 85% RH; No condensation
Storage humidity 90% RH or less; No condensation
Altitude Maximum 2000m
General Specifications
Weight (main unit only) kg Approx. 3kg
Dimensions (WxHxD) mm3 71×124×350
Cooling Forced air cooling by internal fan.
EMC Complies with the European EMC directive
2004/108/EC for Class A test and
measurement products.
Safety Complies with the European Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/EC and carries the CE-
marking.
Withstand voltage Between input and chassis: No
abnormalities at 1500 Vac for 1 minute.
Between input and output: No
abnormalities at 3000 Vac for 1 minute.
Between output and chassis: No
abnormalities at 500 Vdc for 1 minute for
30V and 80V models.
No abnormalities at 1500 Vdc for 1 minute
for 250V, 800V models.

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Insulation resistance Between input and chassis: 500 Vdc,

100MΩ or more
Between input and output: 500 Vdc, 100MΩ
or more
Between output and chassis: 500 Vdc,
100MΩ or more for 30V, 80V and 250V
models.
1000Vdc, 100MΩ or more for 800V models.

*1: At 85 ~ 132Vac or 170 ~ 265Vac, constant load.

*2: From No-load to Full-load, constant input voltage. Measured at the sensing
point in Remote Sense.
*3: Measure with JEITA RC-9131B (1:1) probe
*4: Measurement frequency bandwidth is 10Hz to 20MHz.
*5: Measurement frequency bandwidth is 5Hz to 1MHz.
*6: From 10% to 90% of rated output voltage, with rated resistive load.
*7: From 90% to 10% of rated output voltage, with rated resistive load.
*8: Time for output voltage to recover within 0.1% + 10mV of its rated output
for a load change from 50 to 100% of its rated output current.
*9: For load voltage change, equal to the unit voltage rating, constant input
voltage.

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2260B 720W

2260B-30-72, 2260B-80-27, 2260B-250-9, 2260B-800-2

2260B- 2260B- 2260B- 2260B-
Model Unit 30-72 80-27 250-9 800-2
Rated Output Voltage V 30 80 250 800
Rated Output Current A 72 27 9 2.88
Rated Output Power W 720 720 720 720
Power Ratio -- 3 3 3.125 3.2
Constant Voltage Mode
Line Regulation (*1) mV 18 43 128 403
Load Regulation (*2) mV 20 45 130 405
Ripple and Noise (*3)
p-p (*4) mV 80 80 100 200
r.m.s (*5) mV 11 11 15 30
Temperature coefficient ppm 100ppm/°C of rated output voltage, after a
/ºC 30 minute warm-up.
Remote sense compensation
V 0.6 0.6 1 1
voltage (single wire)
Rise Time (*6)
Rated Load ms 50 50 100 150
No Load ms 50 50 100 150
Fall Time (*7)
Rated Load ms 50 50 150 300
No Load ms 500 500 1200 2000
Transient response time (*8) ms 1 1 2 2
Constant Current Mode
Line regulation (*1) mA 77 32 14 7.88
Load regulation (*9) mA 77 32 14 7.88
Ripple and noise
r.m.s (*5) mA 144 54 20 10
Temperature coefficient ppm 200ppm/°C of rated output current, after a
/ºC 30 minute warm-up.
Protection Function
Over voltage protection
(OVP)
Setting range V 3-33 8-88 20-275 20-880
Setting accuracy ± (2% of rated output voltage)
Over current protection
(OCP)

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Setting range A 0.288-

5-79.2 2.7-29.7 0.9-9.9 3.168
Setting accuracy ± (2% of rated output current)
Over temperature protection
(OTP)
Operation Turn the output off.
Low AC input protection
(AC-FAIL)
Operation Turn the output off.
Power limit (POWER LIMIT)
Operation Over power limit.
Value (fixed) Approx. 105% of rated output power
Analog Programming and Monitoring
External voltage control Accuracy and linearity: ±0.5% of rated
output voltage at 23˚C±5˚C output voltage.
External voltage control Accuracy and linearity: ±1% of rated output
output current at 23˚C±5˚C current.
External resistor control Accuracy and linearity: ±1.5% of rated
output voltage at 23˚C±5˚C output voltage.
External resistor control Accuracy and linearity: ±1.5% of rated
output current at 23˚C±5˚C output current.
Output voltage monitor at
23˚C±5˚C
Accuracy % ±1 ±1 ±2 ±2
Output current monitor at
23˚C±5˚C
Accuracy % ±1 ±1 ±2 ±2
Shutdown control Turns the output off with a LOW (0V to
0.5V) or short-circuit.
Output on/off control Possible logic selections:
Turn the output on using a LOW (0V to
0.5V) or short-circuit, turn the output off
using a HIGH (4.5V to 5V) or open-circuit.
Turn the output on using a HIGH (4.5V to
5V) or open-circuit, turn the output off
using a LOW (0V to 0.5V) or short-circuit.
CV/CC/ALM/PWR ON/OUT Photocoupler open collector output;
ON indicator Maximum voltage 30V, maximum sink
current 8mA.

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Front Panel
Display, 4 digits
Voltage accuracy at
23˚C±5˚C; ±(0.1% +) mV 20 20 200 400
Current accuracy at
23˚C±5˚C; ±(0.1% +) mA 70 40 10 4
Indications GREEN LED's: CV, CC, VSR, ISR, DLY, RMT,
20, 40, 60, 80, 100, %W, W, V, A
RED LED's: ALM
Buttons Function, OVP/OCP, Set, Test, Lock/Local,
PWR DSPL, Output
Knobs Voltage, Current
USB port Type A USB connector
Programming and Measurement (USB, LAN, GPIB)
Output voltage programm-
ing accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mV 10 10 200 400
Output current programm-
ing accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mA 60 30 10 4
Output voltage
programming resolution mV 1 2 5 14
Output current
programming resolution mA 2 2 1 1
Output voltage measure-
ment accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mV 10 10 200 400
Output current measure-
ment accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C;
±(0.1% +) mA 60 30 10 4
Output voltage
measurement resolution mV 1 2 5 14
Output current
measurement resolution mA 2 2 1 1
Series and Parallel Capability
Parallel number Units 3 3 3 3
Series Number Units 2 2 None None
Input Characteristics
Nominal input rating 100Vac to 240Vac, 50Hz to 60Hz, single
phase
Input voltage range 85Vac ~ 265Vac
Input voltage range 47Hz ~ 63Hz
Maximum input current
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200Vac A 5
Inrush current Less than 50A.
Maximum input power VA 1000
Power factor
100Vac 0.99
200Vac 0.97
Efficiency
100Vac % 77 78 79 80
200Vac % 79 80 81 82
Hold-up time 20ms or greater

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Interface Capabilities
USB TypeA: Host, TypeB: Slave, Speed: 1.1/2.0,
USB Class: CDC(Communications Device
Class)
LAN MAC Address, DNS IP Address, User
Password, Gateway IP Address, Instrument
IP Address, Subnet Mask
GPIB Optional: GUG-001 (GPIB to USB Adapter)
Environmental Conditions
Operating temperature 0˚C to 50˚C
Storage temperature -25˚C to 70˚C
Operating humidity 20% to 85% RH; No condensation
Storage humidity 90% RH or less; No condensation
Altitude Maximum 2000m
General Specifications
Weight (main unit only) kg Approx. 5.3kg
Dimensions (WxHxD) mm3 142×124×350
Cooling Forced air cooling by internal fan.
EMC Complies with the European EMC directive
2004/108/EC for Class A test and
measurement products.
Safety Complies with the European Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/EC and carries the CE-
marking.
Withstand voltage Between input and chassis: No
abnormalities at 1500 Vac for 1 minute.
Between input and output: No
abnormalities at 3000 Vac for 1 minute.
Between output and chassis: No
abnormalities at 500 Vdc for 1 minute for
30V and 80V models.
No abnormalities at 1500 Vdc for 1 minute
for 250V, 800V models.
Insulation resistance Between input and chassis: 500 Vdc,
100MΩ or more
Between input and output: 500 Vdc, 100MΩ
or more
Between output and chassis: 500 Vdc,
100MΩ or more for 30V, 80V and 250V
models.
1000Vdc, 100MΩ or more for 800V models.

*1: At 85 ~ 132Vac or 170 ~ 265Vac, constant load.

*2: From No-load to Full-load, constant input voltage. Measured at the sensing
point in Remote Sense.

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*3: Measure with JEITA RC-9131B (1:1) probe

*4: Measurement frequency bandwidth is 10Hz to 20MHz.
*5: Measurement frequency bandwidth is 5Hz to 1MHz.
*6: From 10% to 90% of rated output voltage, with rated resistive load.
*7: From 90% to 10% of rated output voltage, with rated resistive load.
*8: Time for output voltage to recover within 0.1% + 10mV of its rated output
for a load change from 50 to 100% of its rated output current.
*9: For load voltage change, equal to the unit voltage rating, constant input
voltage.

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2260B 1080W

2260B-30-108, 2260B-80-40, 2260B-250-13, 2260B-800-4

2260B- 2260B- 2260B- 2260B-
Model Unit 30-108 80-40 250-13 800-4
Rated Output Voltage V 30 80 250 800
Rated Output Current A 108 40.5 13.5 4.32
Rated Output Power W 1080 1080 1080 1080
Power Ratio -- 3 3 3.125 3.2
Constant Voltage Mode
Line Regulation (*1) mV 18 43 128 403
Load Regulation (*2) mV 20 45 130 405
Ripple and Noise (*3)
p-p (*4) mV 100 100 120 200
r.m.s (*5) mV 14 14 15 30
Temperature coefficient ppm 100ppm/°C of rated output voltage, after a 30
/ºC minute warm-up.
Remote sense
compensation voltage V 0.6 0.6 1 1
(single wire)
Rise Time (*6)
Rated Load ms 50 50 100 150
No Load ms 50 50 100 150
Fall Time (*7)
Rated Load ms 50 50 150 300
No Load ms 500 500 1200 2000
Transient response time 2
ms 1 1 2
(*8)
Constant Current Mode
Line regulation (*1) mA 113 45.5 18.5 9.32
Load regulation (*9) mA 113 45.5 18.5 9.32
Ripple and noise
r.m.s (*5) mA 216 81 30 15
Temperature coefficient ppm 200ppm/°C of rated output current, after a 30
/ºC minute warm-up.

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Protection Function
Over voltage protection
(OVP)
Setting range V 3-33 8-88 20-275 20-880
Setting accuracy ± (2% of rated output voltage)
Over current protection
(OCP)
Setting range 0.432-
A 5-118.8 4.05-44.55 1.35-14.85 4.752
Setting accuracy ± (2% of rated output current)
Over temperature
protection (OTP)
Operation Turn the output off.
Low AC input protection
(AC-FAIL)
Operation Turn the output off.
Power limit (POWER
LIMIT)
Operation Over power limit.
Value (fixed) Approx. 105% of rated output power
Analog Programming and Monitoring
External voltage control Accuracy and linearity: ±0.5% of rated output
output voltage at 23˚C±5˚C voltage.
External voltage control Accuracy and linearity: ±1% of rated output
output current at 23˚C±5˚C current.
External resistor control Accuracy and linearity: ±1.5% of rated output
output voltage at 23˚C±5˚C voltage.
External resistor control Accuracy and linearity: ±1.5% of rated output
output current at 23˚C±5˚C current.
Output voltage monitor at
23˚C±5˚C
Accuracy % ±1 ±1 ±2 ±2
Output current monitor at
23˚C±5 ˚C
Accuracy % ±1 ±1 ±2 ±2
Shutdown control Turns the output off with a LOW (0V to 0.5V)
or short-circuit.
Output on/off control Possible logic selections:
Turn the output on using a LOW (0V to 0.5V)
or short-circuit, turn the output off using a
HIGH (4.5V to 5V) or open-circuit.
Turn the output on using a HIGH (4.5V to
5V) or open-circuit, turn the output off using
a LOW (0V to 0.5V) or short-circuit.

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CV/CC/ALM/PWR Photocoupler open collector output;

ON/OUT ON indicator Maximum voltage 30V, maximum sink
current 8mA.
Front Panel
Display, 4 digits
Voltage accuracy at
23˚C±5˚C; ±(0.1% +) mV 20 20 200 400
Current accuracy at
23˚C±5˚C; ±(0.1% +) mA 100 50 20 6
Indications GREEN LED's: CV, CC, VSR, ISR, DLY, RMT,
20, 40, 60, 80, 100, %W, W, V, A
RED LED's: ALM
Buttons Function, OVP/OCP, Set, Test, Lock/Local,
PWR DSPL, Output
Knobs Voltage, Current
USB port Type A USB connector
Programming and Measurement (USB, LAN, GPIB)
Output voltage programm-
ing accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C; 400
±(0.1% +) mV 10 10 200
Output current programm-
ing accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C; 6
±(0.1% +) mA 100 40 15
Output voltage
programming resolution mV 1 2 5 14
Output current
programming resolution mA 3 3 1 1
Output voltage measure-
ment accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C; 400
±(0.1% +) mV 10 10 200
Output current measure-
ment accuracy at 23˚C±5˚C; 6
±(0.1% +) mA 100 40 15
Output voltage
measurement resolution mV 1 2 5 14
Output current
measurement resolution mA 3 3 1 1
Series and Parallel Capability
Parallel number Units 3 3 3 3
Series Number Units 2 2 None None

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Input Characteristics
Nominal input rating 100Vac to 240Vac, 50Hz to 60Hz, single
phase
Input voltage range 85Vac ~ 265Vac
Input voltage range 47Hz ~ 63Hz
Maximum input current
100Vac A 15
200Vac A 7.5
Inrush current Less than 75A.
Maximum input power VA 1500
Power factor
100Vac 0.99
200Vac 0.97
Efficiency
100Vac % 77 78 79 80
200Vac % 79 80 81 82
Hold-up time 20ms or greater
Interface Capabilities
USB TypeA: Host, TypeB: Slave, Speed: 1.1/2.0,
USB Class: CDC(Communications Device
Class)
LAN MAC Address, DNS IP Address, User
Password, Gateway IP Address, Instrument
IP Address, Subnet Mask
GPIB Optional: GUG-001 (GPIB to USB Adapter)
Environmental Conditions
Operating temperature 0˚C to 50˚C
Storage temperature -25˚C to 70˚C
Operating humidity 20% to 85% RH; No condensation
Storage humidity 90% RH or less; No condensation
Altitude Maximum 2000m

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General Specifications
Weight (main unit only) kg Approx. 7.5kg
Dimensions (WxHxD) mm3 214×124×350
Cooling Forced air cooling by internal fan.
EMC Complies with the European EMC directive
2004/108/EC for Class A test and
measurement products.
Safety Complies with the European Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/EC and carries the CE-
marking.
Withstand voltage Between input and chassis: No abnormalities
at 1500 Vac for 1 minute.
Between input and output: No abnormalities
at 3000 Vac for 1 minute.
Between output and chassis: No
abnormalities at 500 Vdc for 1 minute for
30V, 80V models.
No abnormalities at 1500 Vdc for 1 minute
for 250V, 800V models.
Insulation resistance Between input and chassis: 500 Vdc, 100MΩ
or more
Between input and output: 500 Vdc, 100MΩ
or more
Between output and chassis: 500 Vdc,
100MΩ or more for 30V, 80V and 250V
models.
1000Vdc, 100MΩ or more for 800V models.

*1: At 85 ~ 132Vac or 170 ~ 265Vac, constant load.

*2: From No-load to Full-load, constant input voltage. Measured at the sensing
point in Remote Sense.
*3: Measure with JEITA RC-9131B (1:1) probe
*4: Measurement frequency bandwidth is 10Hz to 20MHz.
*5: Measurement frequency bandwidth is 5Hz to 1MHz.
*6: From 10% to 90% of rated output voltage, with rated resistive load.
*7: From 90% to 10% of rated output voltage, with rated resistive load.
*8: Time for output voltage to recover within 0.1% + 10mV of its rated output
for a load change from 50 to 100% of its rated output current.
*9: For load voltage change, equal to the unit voltage rating, constant input
voltage.

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2260B Dimensions

360W

2260B-80-13/2260B-30-36 (scale: mm)

47.5
39.5
30.5
14.5

Ø8

10.9
37.8
19.8 10.9
39.7
16.3
M4

33.8 333.3
70.8 18 332.5
123.8
123.8

12.6

46 268
31

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360W

2260B-250-4/2260B-800-1 (scale: mm)

30.48 20.16
70.8 33.8
59.9 333.3
18 3.81
11.4
24

123.8

97.8
82.8

⌀15.4 268
12.6

46 31
⌀19.7

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720W

2260B-80-27/2260B-30-72 (scale: mm)

47.5
39.5
30.5
14.5

21 21 278

28
70.9

10.9
37.8
10.9
18

39.7
19.8

16.3
33.8 333.3
21 332.5
18
123.8

268
12.6

31
141.8
7.8
123.8

99.6

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720W

2260B-250-9/2260B-800-2 (scale: mm)

141.8
130.9
70.9
21 278
28

24
82.8
⌀15.4 99.6
⌀19.7

33.5 333.3 30.48

91.16
21 18 3.81 82.4
131.6

123.8

97.8
12.6

268
31

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1080W

2260B-80-40/2260B-30-108 (scale: mm)

47.5
39.5
30.5
14.5

21 21 278

10.9
37.8
10.9
110.7
90.8
106.4

87.3
18

33.8 333.3
21 332.5
18
123.8
12.6

273
31

212.8
7.8
123.8

160.6

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1080W

2260B-250-13/2260B-800-4 (scale: mm)

21 278

212.8
201.9
106.4
28

24
82.8
⌀15.4 160.6

⌀19.7

30.48
33.8 333.3
21 91.16
18 3.81 82.42
131.6
123.8

97.8
12.6

31 237

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Declaration of Conformity
We declare that the below mentioned product
Type of Product: Multi-Range DC Power Supply
Model Number: 2260B-30-36, 2260B-80-13, 2260B-30-72, 2260B-80-27, 2260B-
30-108, 2260B-80-40, 2260B-250-4, 2260B-800-1, 2260B-250-9, 2260B-800-2,
2260B-250-13, 2260B-800-4
are herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the
Council Directive on the Approximation of the Law of Member States
relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC) and Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC).
For the evaluation regarding the Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low
Voltage Directive, the following standards were applied:
◎ EMC
EN 61326-1: Electrical equipment for measurement, control
EN 61326-2-1: and laboratory use –– EMC requirements (2006)
Conducted & Radiated Emission Electrostatic Discharge
EN 55011: 2009+A1:2010 EN 61000-4-2: 2009
Current Harmonics Radiated Immunity
EN 61000-3-2: EN 61000-4-3:
2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2009 2006+A1:2008+A2:2010
Voltage Fluctuations Electrical Fast Transients
EN 61000-3-3: 2008 IEC 61000-4-4: 2004+A1:2010
------------------------- Surge Immunity
EN 61000-4-5: 2006
------------------------- Conducted Susceptibility
EN 61000-4-6: 2009
------------------------- Power Frequency Magnetic Field
EN 61000-4-8: 2010
------------------------- Voltage Dip/ Interruption
EN 61000-4-11: 2004

Low Voltage Equipment Directive 2006/95/EC

Safety Requirements EN 61010-1: 2010
EN 61010-2-030: 2010

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 INDEX

INDEX USB/GPIB settings .................... 113

Accessories ................................. 13
Alarm utility function settings ............... 95
description .....................................32 Connector plug manufacturer23, 49
Analog connector Conventions ................................ 54
pin assignment ............................123 CV mode
Analog control operation ....................................... 63
output control .............................134 DECA SwitchLab ................. 23, 49
overview ......................................122 Declaration of conformity ....... 200
remote monitoring......................139 Default settings ........................ 173
resistance control – current reset................................................ 56
output......................................132 Dimensions
resistance control – voltage diagram ....................................... 194
output......................................130
Display format.......................... 176
shutdown control .......................137
status monitoring........................141 Display mode
voltage control – current output128 operation ....................................... 69
voltage control – voltage output125 Disposal instructions ................... 7
Bleeder control EN61010
Description ....................................30 measurement category .................. 6
Build date pollution degree ............................. 7
view ................................ 57, 162, 167 Environment
Caution symbol ............................ 5 safety instruction............................ 7
CC and CV mode Error messages ......................... 176
description .....................................28 test sequences ............................. 100
CC mode Ethernet
operation........................................66 interface ....................................... 147
sockets ......................................... 148
Cleaning the instrument ............. 7
web server ................................... 147
Configuration
FAQ............................................ 171
calibration settings. ....................117
LAN settings ...............................114 Filter installation ........................ 42
Normal function settings ...........108 Front panel diagram .................. 18
normal function settings Ground
operation ................. 118, 159, 164 symbol ............................................. 5
overview ......................................103 Grounding .................................. 36
power on configuration operation120 Internal resistance
power on configuration settings.116 description .................................... 31
System settings ...........................115 LCD conversion........................ 176
table ..............................................103 Line voltage
test sequence settings ...................94 2260B 30-108/80-40.5/160-21.6... 40

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List of features ........................... 12 Operation ...................................... 88

Load connection overview ....................................... 84
2260B-250/800 .............................. 49 Service operation
2260B-30/80/160 .......................... 45 about disassembly ......................... 6
Maintenance contact ......................................... 172
replacing the filter ...................... 170 Slew rate
Marketing description .................................... 30
contact.......................................... 172 Socket server function check149, 153
Messages ................................... 176 Specifications ............................ 177
Model differences ...................... 11 2260B 160-14.4 ............................ 183
OCP level .................................... 60 2260B 160-21.6 ............................ 189
2260B 160-7.2 .............................. 177
Operating area description ...... 25
2260B 250-13.5 ............................ 189
Operation considerations ......... 33 2260B 250-4.5 .............................. 177
floating output .............................. 36 2260B 250-9 ................................. 183
inrush current ............................... 33 2260B 30-108 ............................... 189
Pulsed loads .................................. 33 2260B 30-36 ................................. 177
reverse current .............................. 34 2260B 30-72 ................................. 183
Output connector pinout .......... 50 2260B 800-1.44 ............................ 177
Output connector wiring .......... 50 2260B 800-2.88 ............................ 183
OVP level .................................... 60 2260B 800-4.32 ............................ 189
Package contents ....................... 17 2260B 80-13.5 .............................. 177
Panel lock ................................... 70 2260B 80-27 ................................. 183
Parallel mode 2260B 80-40.5 .............................. 189
connection ..................................... 79 System version
operation ....................................... 81 view ................................ 57, 162, 167
overview ........................................ 76 Terminal cover
Power on/off 2260B-30/80/160.......................... 47
safety instruction .......................... 24 Test sequence
Power up .................................... 43 error messages............................ 100
Rack mount Export ............................................ 98
description .................................... 54 Load............................................... 96
remove/delete test sequence...... 99
Rear panel diagram ................... 21
Run ................................................ 97
Remote control ......................... 144
UK power cord............................. 8
interface configuration .............. 145
USB driver version
Remote sense
view ................................ 57, 162, 167
connection ..................................... 74
operation ....................................... 71 Warning symbol .......................... 5
Series mode Web server function check ..... 152
connection ..................................... 86 Wire gauge chart........................ 44

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