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CMC 256
H A R D W A R E Reference Manual
OMICRON Test Universe
Article Number VESD2001 - Version C256.AE.3

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
P REFACE ............................................................................................. 7
Glossary .................................................................................................................................... 8
S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................ 9

Rules for Use ............................................................................................................................. 9
Orderly Practices and Procedures ................................................................................................ 9
Operator Qualifications ............................................................................................................ 10
Safe Operation Procedures ....................................................................................................... 10
Changing the Power Fuse ........................................................................................................ 11
1 D ESIGNATED U SE ........................................................................ 13
2 I NTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 15
3 O PERATING THE CMC 256 ............................................................ 17

3.1 System Components....................................................................................................... 17
3.2 Starting the Test System ................................................................................................. 17
4 S ETUP AND F UNCTION .................................................................. 19

4.1 Block Diagram ................................................................................................................ 20
4.1.1 Voltage Output (Voltage Amplifier) ......................................................................................21
4.1.2 Current Output (Current Amplifier).......................................................................................22
4.1.3 Binary / Analog Input (Binary Inputs 1 10) ......................................................................... 23
4.1.4 Binary / Analog Input (Analog Inputs 1 10)........................................................................ 23
4.1.5 Analog DC Input (UDC, IDC)................................................................................................. 25
4.1.6 Binary Output ......................................................................................................................25
4.1.7 AUX DC (DC Power to test objects).......................................................................................26
4.1.8 Host Interface (PC Interface Port, SELV) ................................................................................26
4.1.9 Other SELV Interfaces........................................................................................................... 27
4.1.10 Central Processing Unit (CPU)............................................................................................... 28
4.1.11 Power Supplies (DC-DC) ....................................................................................................... 28
4.2 Signal Generation ........................................................................................................... 29
4.2.1 Accuracy and Signal Quality ................................................................................................. 29
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5 C ONNECTIONS AND I NTERFACES ...................................................... 31

5.1 Connections on the Front Panel ...................................................................................... 31
5.1.1 Generator Combination Socket for VOLTAGE OUTPUT, CURRENT OUTPUT............................ 34
5.2 Connections on the Back Panel ....................................................................................... 36
5.2.1 LL out 1-6............................................................................................................................36
5.2.2 External Interface ................................................................................................................. 38
6 T ECHNICAL D ATA ........................................................................ 41

6.1 Main Power Supply......................................................................................................... 41
6.2 Insulation Coordination .................................................................................................. 42
6.3 Outputs.......................................................................................................................... 43
6.3.1 CURRENT OUTPUT ............................................................................................................... 44
6.3.3 Parallel Switching of CURRENT OUTPUT A and B................................................................... 45
6.3.4 Single-phase Operation for Output Currents......................................................................... 47
6.3.5 Voltage Outputs ..................................................................................................................49
6.3.6 Output Power and Input Supply Voltage .............................................................................. 52
6.3.7 Interface for External Amplifier "LL out 1-6" .......................................................................... 53
6.3.8 Binary Output Relays ............................................................................................................ 54
6.3.9 Low-Level Binary Outputs (ext. Interf.) ..................................................................................55
6.3.10 DC Supply (AUX DC) ............................................................................................................ 55
6.4 Inputs ............................................................................................................................ 56
6.4.1 Binary Inputs........................................................................................................................56
6.4.2 Counter Inputs 100 kHz (Low Level) .....................................................................................59
6.4.3 DC Measurement Inputs (ANALOG DC INPUT) ...................................................................... 59
6.5 PC Interface (Host interf.)................................................................................................ 60
6.6 Environmental Conditions............................................................................................... 61
6.6.1 Climate................................................................................................................................ 61
6.6.2 Shock and Vibration............................................................................................................. 61
6.6.3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)....................................................................................61
6.7 Safety Standards and Certificates .................................................................................... 62
6.8 Mechanical Data............................................................................................................. 62
6.9 Cleaning......................................................................................................................... 62
6.10 The EnerLyzer Measurement Option................................................................................ 63
6.10.1 General Data .......................................................................................................................64
6.10.2 Multimeter Mode................................................................................................................. 64
6.10.3 Harmonic Analyzer............................................................................................................... 76
6.10.4 Transient Analyzer ............................................................................................................... 79
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6.11 The EP Option (Extended Precision) ................................................................................. 81

6.11.1 Generator Outputs General .................................................................................................. 81
6.11.2 Current Outputs (CURRENT OUTPUT) ...................................................................................81
6.11.3 Voltage Outputs (VOLTAGE OUTPUT) ...................................................................................82
6.11.4 Output Power CMC 256 EP .................................................................................................. 82
6.12 The NET-1 Option (CMC 256 with Ethernet).................................................................... 83
6.12.1 Connections and Interfaces .................................................................................................. 83
6.12.2 Technical Data .....................................................................................................................85
6.12.3 Ethernet / Network Settings ................................................................................................. 86
7 I NCREASING THE O UTPUT P OWER , O PERATING M ODES ......................... 89

7.1 Single-Phase Operation of the CMC 256 ......................................................................... 90
7.1.1 Connecting CURRENT OUTPUT A and CURRENT OUTPUT B in Series ..................................... 90
7.1.2 Series Connection of Current A (1+ 2+ 3 parallel) and Current B (1+ 2+ 3 parallel) ............91
7.1.3 Parallel Switching CURRENT OUTPUT A with CURRENT OUTPUT B......................................... 93
7.1.4 Single-Phase Voltage............................................................................................................ 95
7.2 Operation with External Amplifiers.................................................................................. 96
8 T ROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................... 97
8.1 Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................................... 97
8.2 Potential Disruptions, Possible Causes and Remedies ....................................................... 98
8.3 Overheating ................................................................................................................... 99
9 CMC 256 R ELATED P RODUCTS AND A CCESSORIES ............................ 101

9.1 CMA/S Current/Voltage Amplifiers ................................................................................ 102
9.2 CMB IO-7 ..................................................................................................................... 103
9.3 CMGPS......................................................................................................................... 104
9.4 Current Clamp C-PROBE1.............................................................................................. 105
9.5 CMLIB B Option for the Meter Testing ........................................................................ 106
9.6 Ordering Information ................................................................................................... 107
I NDEX ............................................................................................ 111
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Preface
PREFACE
The purpose of this user manual is to familiarize users with the CMC 256 test set and to
show how to properly use it in various application areas.
The manual contains important tips on how to use the CMC 256 safely, properly, and
efficiently. Its purpose is to help you avoid danger, repair costs, and down time as well
as to help maintain the reliability and life of the CMC 256.
This manual is to be supplemented by existing national safety standards for accident
prevention and environmental protection.
The user manual should always be available at the site where the CMC 256 is used. It
should be read by all personnel operating the CMC 256.
In addition to the user manual and the applicable safety regulations in the country and
at the site of operation, the usual technical procedures for safe and competent work
should be heeded.
In this manual the product name CMC 256 is used for the test set CMC 256-6 with six
current outputs.
Note:
This user manual describes only the hardware of the CMC 256. In order to learn more
about the necessary software for controlling and configuring the CMC 256, please refer
to the software manuals as well as the online help of the OMICRON Test Universe.
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Glossary
Several different symbols are used in this manual in order to draw your attention to spe-
cific paragraphs.
The meaning of the symbols are:
Note
Indicates passages that have special meaning or provide more detailed
information.
Warning
Indicates passages that have special meaning relevant to your personal
safety.
Reference Information
Indicates that the source provides detailed information about the
current topic.
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Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before operating the CMC 256, please carefully read the following safety
instructions.
It is not recommended that the CMC 256 be used (or even turned on) without
understanding the information in this manual.
CMC 256 should only be operated by trained personnel.
Rules for Use

y CMC 256 should only be used when in a technically sound condition. Its use should
be in accordance with the safety regulations for the specific job site and application.
Always be aware of the dangers of the high voltages and currents associated with
this equipment. Pay attention to the information provided in the user manual and
the software documentation.
y CMC 256 is exclusively intended for the application areas specified in Section 1,
"Designated Use" on page 13. The manufacturer / distributors are not liable for
damage resulting from unintended usage. The user alone assumes all responsibility
and risk.
y The instructions provided in this user manual and the associated software manuals
are considered part of the rules governing proper usage.
y CMC 256 should not be opened or have any of its panels removed.
Orderly Practices and Procedures

y The user manual should always be available on site where the CMC 256 is used.
y Before using the CMC 256, personnel assigned to the CMC 256 should read the
user manual. This also applies to all personnel who only occasionally work with the
CMC 256.
y Do not undertake any modifications, extensions, or adaptations to the CMC 256.
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Operator Qualifications
y Testing with the CMC 256 should only be carried out by authorized and qualified
personnel.
y Personnel receiving training, instruction, direction, or education on the CMC 256

should remain under the constant supervision of an experience operator while
working with the equipment.
Safe Operation Procedures

y Follow the instructions in section 3.2 which describe bringing the CMC 256 into
service.
y CMC 256 must only be used from a power outlet that has a protective ground.
y Do not plug any of the front panel connectors to protective ground.
y When connecting to the banana plug sockets, only use cables with 4 mm safety
banana connectors and plastic housing. Always insert plugs completely.
y Before connecting and disconnecting test objects, verify that all outputs have been
turned off. Never connect or disconnect a test object while the outputs are active.
y When disconnecting cables, always start from the device feeding the power.
y All sockets on the front panel are to be considered dangerous with working voltages
up to 300 Vrms. Only use cables that meet these respective requirements to connect
to the equipment.
y Red Warning Light :

If a dangerous voltage (greater than 42V) is on one of the four voltage outputs or
on the "AUX DC" output, the associated warning light is lit up.
y Do not insert objects (e.g., screwdrivers, etc.) into the sockets or into the ventilation
slots.
y Do not operate the CMC 256 under wet or moist conditions (condensation).
y Do not operate the CMC 256 when explosive gas or vapors are present.
y The SELV-interface (Save Extra Low Voltage) of the CMC 256 - "Host Interf." or
ETH1, "LL out 1-6" (Low Level Output), "ext. Interf." - should only have external
devices connected that meet the requirements for SELV equipment according to
EN 60950 or IEC 60950.
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Safety Instructions
y When setting up the CMC 256, make sure that the air slots on the back, top, and
bottom of the device remain unobstructed.
y Voltages up to 1 kV can be present inside the CMC 256! Therefore, opening the
CMC 256 is only permitted by qualified experts at the factory.
y If the CMC 256 is opened by the customer, all guarantees are invalidated.
y CMC 256 with the NET-1 option (see Section 6.12, "The NET-1 Option (CMC 256
with Ethernet)" on page 83):
y It is a product of laser class 1 (EN 60825, IEC 60825).
y Connect ETH1 only to Ethernet based interfaces.
y Caution: There is a danger of explosion if the battery (type CR2032) is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or an equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturers instructions.
y If the CMC 256 seems to be functioning improperly, please call the OMICRON
Hotline. (See "Contact Information / Technical Support" on page 109.)
Changing the Power Fuse

y Unplug the power cord between the device and the power source.
y Find the fuse at the back of the device.
y Fuse type: T10 AH 250 V (wire fuse 6.332 mm).
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Designated Use
1 DESIGNATED USE
The CMC 256 is a PC-controlled test device intended for testing:
y protection relays
y transducers
y energy meters
In addition to the test functions, optional high-performance measurement functions

[0 Hz (DC) ... 10 kHz] for ten analog inputs are available.
The CMC 256 is a part of the OMICRON Test Universe which, in addition to the test
device, consists of a personal computer, the test software, and, when needed, external
amplifiers.
The CMC 256 is independent from the corresponding test software.
Features of the CMC 256:
y Output of test quantities:

y 4 voltage
y two galvanically separated current triples (each 3 12.5 A)
y Control of external amplifiers (up to six additional test signals) through the low-level
interface.
y Supply of DC voltages to the test object.
y Output of binary signals.
y Capture of signals, counter impulses, and DC measured values.
y Option EnerLyzer: Measurement and analysis of DC and AC voltages, as well as DC

and AC currents by means of a clip-on probe. Refer to Section 6.10, "The EnerLyzer
Measurement Option" on page 63.
Any other use of the CMC 256 is considered improper.
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Introduction
2 INTRODUCTION
CMC 256 is part of a test system that consists not only of the test device itself, but also
of a PC and the testing software OMICRON Test Universe.
External current and voltage amplifiers can be used as extension components to the test
system. (Refer to Section 9, "CMC 256 Related Products and Accessories" on page 101.)
This user manual describes only the hardware of the CMC 256.
The configuration and control of the CMC 256 is performed through the test software
of the OMICRON Test Universe. For more detailed information, please read the user
manual and the online help accompanying the OMICRON Test Universe software.
The following options are available for the CMC 256 test set:
y EnerLyzer: software module for measurement and analysis of AC and DC voltages,

see Section 6.10, "The EnerLyzer Measurement Option" on page 63
y EP (Extended Precision): the CMC 256 with extended output power accuracy e.g. for
energy meter test applications, see Section 6.11, "The EP Option (Extended Precision)"
on page 81
y NET-1: the CMC 256 with two Ethernet interfaces replacing the parallel port
interface e.g. for test set control and substation communication according to
IEC 61850, see Section 6.12, "The NET-1 Option (CMC 256 with Ethernet)" on page
83
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Operating the CMC 256
3 OPERATING THE CMC 256
3.1 System Components

Before operating the CMC 256 for the first time, verify that all components of the test
system are available.1
You need the following components in order to bring the CMC 256 into operation:
y CMC 256 with (mains) power cable
y Connecting cable CMC 256 PC (provided)
y Connecting cable CMC 256 test object
y PC with installed test software and a parallel port or Ethernet (see option NET-1,
chapter 6.11) interface2
3.2 Starting the Test System

The following description assumes that the PC has been set up and that the test
software for the OMICRON Test Universe has been installed.
Detailed instructions for installing the software for the OMICRON Test Universe can be
found in the user manual for the software.
This description refers both to the PC and to the CMC 256. It does not take into
consideration any external devices.
If the system is driven by external amplifiers, follow the instructions in Section 7.2,
"Operation with External Amplifiers" on page 96.
When setting up the CMC 256, it is most important to make sure that the ventilation
slots remain unobstructed.
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For deliverables refer to packing list.
2
The system requirements for the PC can be found in the installation description of the OMICRON
Test Universe software.
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Connecting the System Components:
Figure 3-1:Connecting the

CMC 256 with the PC
Supplied
connection cable
1. Connect the CMC 256 to the PC with the supplied connection cable1:
y CMC 256: to the connector (Host Interf. or ETH1) on the back of the device
y PC: to the parallel interface port (labeled "PRT", "Printer" or "LPT1") or to the
Ethernet interface (labeled Ether or LAN).
2. Plug CMC 256 and PC into power outlet.
3. Turn on both devices.
4. Start the OMICRON Test Universe software.
When starting the Test Universe software, a comprehensive hardware test is carried
out on the CMC 256. When doing so, switching sounds from relays in the test
device can be heard. If any irregularities are determined during the course of this
self-test, the software displays a corresponding error message on the PC screen.
Refer to Section 8, "Troubleshooting" on page 97.
1
In order to ensure the required EMC compatibility of the connection cable, it is recommended
that the supplied cable from OMICRON be used.
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Setup and Function
4 SETUP AND FUNCTION
The PC-controlled OMICRON test system employs the concept of a functional division
between the software running on the PC and the CMC 256 hardware connected to the
test object.
Test Software running on PC
y controls the test signals
y processes measurement data
y creates reports
y generates data entries
CMC 256 test set
y creates test signals (currents, voltages, binary signals)
y measures the reaction (analog and binary) from the test object
y supplies DC-current to test object
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Figure 4-1:
CMC 256 User Manual
Main block diagram of the

4.1
DC DC BINARY OUTPUT ANALOG DC INPUTS BINARY/ANALOG INPUT
Main Group 1 2 3 4 UDC IDC 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10
AUX DC
ADC AFE AFE AFE AFE AFE
working isolation
Internal
DC Supplies
Main
AC
Block Diagram
VOLTAGE
PE
CURRENT A
CURRENT B
Control AUX DC 0...264VDC
VOLTAGE
Control OUTPUT
4 x 0...300V
CPU
Host System Control
PC Interface (Signal Generator)
CURRENT
Control OUTPUT A
3 x 0...12.5A
ext. Interf. LL out

1-6
CURRENT 3 x 0...12.5A
Control OUTPUT B
CMGPS Bin. Out Counter Ext. Ampl.
SELV Group synchronizing 11...14
Setup and Function
The block schematic diagram in Figure 4-1, Main block diagram of the CMC 256 on
page 20 shows all externally accessible signals with gray shading. Every grey area
represents a galvanic group that is isolated from all of the other galvanic groups.
The power connection ("power supply group") and the connections for SELV group
(SELV = Save Extra Low Voltage) are available on the back of the device. All other gray
shaded groups are available on the front of the device.
The safety relevant isolated circuits (power SELV, power front plate, and front
plate SELV) are marked as "reinforced isolation" in the block diagram.
4.1.1 Voltage Output (Voltage Amplifier)
Figure 4-2:
Voltage amplifier
(voltage outputs)
The four voltage outputs reference a single, common neutral N and are galvanically
separated from all other outputs of the CMC 256. The two black sockets labeled "N" are
galvanically connected with one another.
The voltage amplifier and the current amplifiers are implemented as linear amplifiers
with DC coupling.
The voltage outputs are implemented with two voltage ranges.
y Range 1: 4 x 0 ... 150 V
y Range 2: 4 x 0 ... 300 V
Protecting the Voltage Outputs

All voltage outputs are protected for open circuits, short circuits, and overloads. Should
the heat sink overheat, a thermal switch turns off all outputs.
Overload Warning Flagged in the Software

When a voltage output is overloaded, a corresponding warning is displayed in the user
interface of the test software of the OMICRON Test Universe (e.g., Section 8.3,
"Overheating" on page 99).
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4.1.2 Current Output (Current Amplifier)
Figure 4-3: CURRENT OUTPUT A

CMC 256 current outputs
CURRENT OUTPUT B
Two galvanically separated current triples, each
with their own neutral (N).
The current triple is galvanically separated from all other connections of the CMC 256.
The current amplifiers are implemented as linear amplifiers with DC coupling. With this
technology, exceptional harmonic distortions and frequency bandwidth specifications
can be achieved in a very compact structure. Through the DC coupling, any transient or
DC offset can be precisely reproduced.
All current outputs are equipped with two current ranges in order to increase their
dynamic ranges:
y Range 1: 6 1.25 A
y Range 2: 6 12.5 A
Protecting the Current Outputs

All current outputs are protected for open circuits, short circuits, and overloads.
Caution: If there is an in-feed from an external source, the current outputs can be
damaged or destroyed.
If the heat sink overheats, a thermal switch turns off all outputs.

When a current output is overloaded, a corresponding warning is displayed in the user
interface of the test software of the OMICRON Test Universe. Refer to Section 8.3,
"Overheating" on page 99.
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4.1.3 Binary / Analog Input (Binary Inputs 1 10)
Figure 4-4:
Binary inputs 1 10
The ten binary inputs are divided into five groups of two, each group galvanically
separated from the others.
The input signals are monitored using an isolation amplifier with a time resolution of
100 s and are then evaluated in the measurement units.
The binary inputs are configured from the hardware configuration module of the
OMICRON Test Universe software. When doing so, it can be specified whether the
contacts are potential sensitive or not. When the contacts are potential sensitive, the
expected nominal voltage and pick-up threshold can be set for each binary input.
Moreover, the binary inputs 1 10 can be used as counter inputs for input frequencies
up to 3 kHz.
More detailed information about the configuration of the binary inputs can be found in
the online help for the OMICRON Test Universe.
4.1.4 Binary / Analog Input (Analog Inputs 1 10)
Figure 4-5:
Measurement unit
(analog inputs 1 10)
All ten of the binary inputs to the CMC 256 can be individually configured through the
software as being binary or analog measurement inputs1.
1
Up to three inputs can be used for measuring rms values without the EnerLyzer option.
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Setting the inputs to be analog measurement inputs can be accomplished using the
measurement option EnerLyzer. This EnerLyzer option can be upgraded at any later
stage. Refer to Section 6.10, "The EnerLyzer Measurement Option" on page 63.
The capture of measurement values with range switching from each two channels
occurs in an analog input stage AFE (Analog Front End), which is galvanically separated
from the other input stages.
The input signals 1 - 10 can be captured in a frequency range from 0 Hz (DC) to
approximately 10 kHz. The sampling rate can be switched between three predefined
values. (Refer to Table 6-25, Sampling rate 28.44 kHz, measurement range 600 V,
100 V, 10 V, 1 V on page 65.)
The measured values are passed through an isolation amplifier to the "Measurement
Unit" and are digitized with an A/D converter. Further processing occurs through a high-
performance floating point digital signal processor (DSP).
As such, apparent power, reactive power, real power, etc., can be provided in real-time
and transmitted to the PC.
The inputs are implemented as voltage inputs and have five measurement ranges:
100 mV, 1 V, 10 V, 100 V, and 600 V. The inputs are protected in each measurement
range up to the input voltage of 600 V rms.
For measuring current a current clamp is used, such as 10 mV/A for currents up to 80 A.
(Refer to Section 9.4, "Current Clamp C-PROBE1" on page 105.)
When measuring with the current clamp, the current measurement channel is
additionally galvanically separated from the adjacent measurement channel. The
accuracy of the current measurement is mainly limited by the accuracy of the current
clamp.
In addition to the synchronous capture of 10 measurement channels, the EnerLyzer
option offers mathematically combining and evaluating of measurement channels in
order to achieve:
y Evaluation of DC components (DC voltages or DC currents)
y Effective values (true RMS) of all measurement signals in real-time
y Peak values (Upeak, Ipeak,...)
y Phase angles with reference to a given input signal
y Calculation of apparent, reactive, and real power (in any configuration) in real-time
y Frequency and spectrum (harmonic diagrams) of periodic signals
y Capture of transient input signals at various sampling rates
y Different triggering options for the capture of transient signals
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4.1.5 Analog DC Input (UDC, IDC)
Figure 4-6:
Measurement unit DC
(analog inputs VDC, IDC)
The measurement of analog DC signals is implemented for the testing of transducers

and consists of:
y a high accuracy voltage reference
y an ADC (Analog Digital Converter) for each input
y the respective input circuits (i.e., accuracy voltage divider, shunt, filter) etc.
The input signals UDC and IDC are measured. The IDC input has two ranges available:
020 mA and 01mA. A reversible input fuse is used as protection to the IDC
input.
The evaluation and forwarding of the measurement values takes place in the
measurement unit. UDC and IDC inputs reference a common neutral N. The DC
measurement unit is galvanically separated from all connections on the front panel.
4.1.6 Binary Output
Figure 4-7:
Binary outputs
Four binary outputs are available for use as potential free relay contacts.
More detailed information about the configuration of the binary outputs can be found
in the online help for the OMICRON Test Universe.
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4.1.7 AUX DC (DC Power to test objects)
Figure 4-8:DC power for Test objects (e.g. protection relays) requiring an auxiliary DC
test objects (AUX DC) voltage can be fed from the AUX-DC output. The DC voltage
that is applied over the AUX-DC output can vary from 0 to 264
Volts and is configured using the software.
The AUX-DC output is galvanically separated from all other
outputs.
Using the AUX DC utility in the OMICRON Test Universe
software, a voltage can be defined for the output of AUX DC
whose value is stored in the CMC 256 non-volatile memory.
A few seconds after turning on the power supply to the
CMC 256, the defined voltage is available at the AUX DC
output.
: Whenever the AUX DC supplies a dangerous voltage

(greater than 42 V), the warning indicator LED lights up.
More detailed information about the configuration of the AUX DC supply can be found
in the online help for the OMICRON Test Universe.
4.1.8 Host Interface (PC Interface Port, SELV)
Figure 4-9:
PC interface
host interface
The use of the parallel printer port as the connection between the PC and
the CMC 256 permits a significantly higher data transfer rate as well as
allowing any standard notebook computer to be used as control PC.
The system requirements for the PC can be found in the installation
description of the OMICRON Test Universe software.
When the OMICRON Test Universe program is started, it automatically
searches for the interface (LPTx) on the PC, to which the CMC 256 is
connected.1
Host-
Interf.
1
For CMC 256 with the NET-1 option see Section 6.12, "The NET-1 Option (CMC 256
with Ethernet)" on page 83
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4.1.9 Other SELV Interfaces
General
All inputs and outputs to the SELV Group reference a common neutral, which is also
connected to the protective ground (GND) of the housing.
LL out 1-6 (Low Level output 1-6)
Six high accuracy analog signal sources are available that can be used,
for example, to control external amplifiers.
In addition, a serial digital interface is available that transmits control
and monitor functions between the CMC 256 and the external
amplifiers. Supported devices are the CMA 156, CMA 56, CMS 156,
CMS 251 and CMS 252.
LL out 1-6 The low level signals have an output level from nominal 0 to 10 Vpeak
(Refer to Section 5.2.1, "LL out 1-6" on page 36.). Every low level
output is short-circuit protected and is continually monitored for
overload.

When a low level output is overloaded, a corresponding warning mes-
sage appears on the user interface of the OMICRON Test Universe soft-
ware.
ext. Interf. (External Interface)
Bin.out 11 - 14:
Four transistor outputs (open collector) are available for time critical,
quick and bounce free binary outputs (small signals).
Counter:
For applications in energy meter testing, fast counter inputs of up to
ext. Interf.
100 kHz are occasionally needed. CMC 256 has two fast "low-level"
counter inputs.
For energy meter test applications, the CMLIB B permits easy
connectivity.
More information about the CMLIB can be found in Section 9.5,
"CMLIB B Option for the Meter Testing" on page 106.
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Synchronization:
The GPS synchronization of the CMC 256 time base can be performed over the "ext.
Interf." interface.
For this, the CMGPS synchronization device is an optional accessory. It communicates
via the "ext. Interf." interface with the CMC 256. It also is powered from there with a DC
supply.
More information about the CMGPS can be found in Section 9.3, "CMGPS" on page
104.
4.1.10 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The CPU contains a digital signal processor (DSP) and carries out the following tasks:
y communication with the PC via the parallel interface ("Host Interf")

CMC 256 with the NET-1 option additionally has its own 32-bit microprocessor to
support the Ethernet (ETH1 and ETH2) interfaces to a PC or network.
y digital signal generation for all outputs of the device (including control signals for
external amplifiers).
y generation of high accuracy central clock signal (with synchronization options using
the CMGPS).
y monitor and control of all systems (including external amplifiers).
4.1.11 Power Supplies (DC-DC)
An AC/DC converter generates the required DC voltage (99 to 264 VAC) and ensures
adequate EMC filtering.
The power supply to the different modules, that each are part of their own galvanic
groups, are implemented using DC-DC converters with reinforced insulation.
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4.2 Signal Generation

The generation of sine wave signals with high amplitude and phase accuracy is required
in order to achieve output signals with the specified accuracy.
In order to fulfill the requirement for phase-coupled signal sources, signal generation is
digitally implemented.
For this, the CMC 256 employs a high-performance digital signal processor (DSP).
With digital signal generation the system is very flexible. An exact correction of the
amplitude, offset, and phase can be carried out in a digital manner through the use of
device specific parameters (i.e., amplifier factor, offset, and null phase angle on every
channel).
The digital correction assures the best possible long-term drift behavior.
In addition to sine waves, any other periodic or transient signal can be generated.
4.2.1 Accuracy and Signal Quality
The CMC 256 is a very precise test device with excellent long-term and temperature drift
behavior. In addition to the high amplitude accuracy, the CMC 256 is especially noted
for the phase accuracy.
To achieve this accuracy, the philosophy was not only to solve signal generation digitally,
but also to implement the distribution of signals to the various modules using digital
methods. In doing so, the goal of galvanic separation of the individual generator groups
was also achieved without loss of accuracy.
In achieving the amplitude accuracy, the drift behavior (temperature and long-term) is
of major importance in the voltage references, the digital-analog converters (DAC), the
accuracy voltage dividers in the voltage amplifiers, and the current shunts in the current
amplifiers.
The actual (typical) data is in general about a factor of 3 to 5 better than the guaranteed
data.
The associated exact measurement media are required for the assurance of the accuracy
in the production. The measurement media used by OMICRON are regularly calibrated
by an accredited calibration institute so that tracing to international standards can be
assured.
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Connections and Interfaces
5 CONNECTIONS AND INTERFACES
5.1 Connections on the Front Panel

AUX DC
Figure 5-1: Output voltage in 3 ranges from 0
Front view of the CMC 256 to 264 V; i.e., used to supply power
to test objects.
Warning Indication: BINARY OUTPUT

Dangerous Voltage!
Connections for four separate,
Indication that at least one output
potential free, internal binary
voltages is >42 V.
outputs.
VOLTAGE OUTPUT ANALOG DC INPUT

Output signals from an internal 0 - 1 mA / 0 - 20 mA: Direct
voltage amplifier current inputs.
which is also supplied to generator 0 - 10 V: Direct voltage inputs.
combination socket.
VOLTAGE OUTPUT AUX DC BINARY OUTPUT ANALOG DC INPUT

1 2 3 N 4 N 1 2 3 4 0..20mA 0..10V
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N
BINARY / ANALOG INPUT

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
CURRENT OUTPUT A POWER

Output signals from an internal switch
current amplifier: 3 x 12.5 A
which is also supplied to generator
combination socket.
CURRENT OUTPUT B BINARY / ANALOG INPUT

Output signals from an internal binary or analog inputs 1 - 10
current amplifier: 3 x 12.5 A in 5 galvanically separated groups
EnerLyzer Option: analog measurement
inputs
8-pole combination socket for

VOLTAGE OUTPUT 1-3 and
CURRENT OUTPUT A.
(Connection diagram: see chapter
"Generator Combination Socket")
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Figure 5-2:
Analog and binary inputs
and outputs
Analog
DC inputs and
outputs
0...20mA 0...10V

1 2 3 N 4 N 1 2 3 4 0..20mA 0..10V
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
Binary or
optional analog
inputs
240K
+
12V
Vin +
Input circuit of a
binary input for +
Vcomp
potential free
contacts
25pF
500K
+
2.5V
Vin -
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Figure 5-3:
rms
Current and voltage
outputs CMC 256

1 2 3 N 4 N 1 2 3 4 0.. 20m A 0.. 10V
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
rms rms
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5.1.1 Generator Combination Socket for VOLTAGE OUTPUT,

CURRENT OUTPUT
The combination socket CURRENT OUTPUT / VOLTAGE OUTPUT simplifies the

connection of test objects to the CMC 256.
The three voltage outputs (VOLTAGE OUTPUT 1-3) as well as the CURRENT OUTPUT A
are wired to this socket. Refer to Table 5-1, Pin layout for the CMC 256 on page 35.
Figure 5-4:
Generator Combination
socket
View of View of the connector from the

the front side of the CMC 256 cable wiring side
WARNING:
The connections on the socket are dangerous when the device is

turned on.
Follow the safety information provided at the beginning of this
manual when connecting the generator combination sockets.
If a dangerous voltage (greater than 42 V) is present on the
socket, a warning indicator lights above the socket.
For currents greater than 25 A, the test object (load) should be
exclusively connected to the 4 mm banana sockets and not on
the generator connection socket.
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Table 5-1:
Pin layout for the CMC 256
Pin Signal
1- VOLTAGE N
2- VOLTAGE 3
3- VOLTAGE 2
4- VOLTAGE 1
1+ CURRENT A 1
2+ CURRENT A N
3+ CURRENT A 3
4+ CURRENT A 2
Note: If using negative sequence phase rotation, swap the connectors VOLTAGE 2 and
VOLTAGE 3 as well as CURRENT 2 and CURRENT 3.
Table 5-2:
Manufacturer ordering
Description of the generator combination socket
information
Description SPEAKON LINE 8-pole
Article Number NL8FC
Manufacturer Neutrik (www.neutrik.com)
You can order the plug for generator combination socket directly from OMICRON. For
the part number refer to Section 9.6, "Ordering Information" on page 107.
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5.2 Connections on the Back Panel
Figure 5-5:
Rear View CMC 256
For the rear view of CMC 256 with the NET-1 option, see Section 6.12, "The NET-1
Option (CMC 256 with Ethernet)" on page 83.
5.2.1 LL out 1-6
The connection sockets "LL out 1-6" are two generator triples completely independent
from one another. These signals serve to control an external amplifier or to be used
directly as a small signal output.
To connect to these sockets, use the supplied cable that comes with the external
amplifier (connection cable CMC 256-amplifier).
The outputs are separated through reinforced insulation from the power input and
from the load outputs (SELV interface). They deliver calibrated signals in the range from
0 to 7 Veff nominal (0 to 10 Vpeak).
The selection of the amplifier as well as the specification of the scale for the respective
amplifiers to be connected is done through the software.
For more detailed information, please read the user's manual and the online help
accompanying the OMICRON Test Universe software.
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Figure 5-6:
Pins for the "LL out 1-6"
interface (lower 16-pole
Lemo socket) view from the 1 11
wiring side 2 12 10
3 13 16 9
4 8
14 15
5 7
6
Table 5-3:
Combination socket layout
Pin Function1
for amplifier.
pin 1 LL out 1
pin 2 LL out 2
pin 3 LL out 3
pin 4 Neutral (N) connected with GND
pin 5 LL out 4
pin 6 LL out 5
pin 7 LL out 6
pin 8-16 for internal purposes
housing screen connection
1
"LL out 1-3" and "LL out 4-6" each make up a selectable triple (voltage or current system).
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5.2.2 External Interface
On the "ext. Interf." connection sockets, two high frequency counter inputs (up to
100 kHz) are available for the testing of meters.
In addition, four transistor binary outputs 11-14 are available. These have the advantage
over the relay outputs in that they have no bounce and have minimal reaction times.
Figure 5-7:
Pins for the interface "ext.
Interf" (upper
16-pole Lemo-socket) View
from cable connection
Table 5-4:
Combination socket layout
Pin Function
to ext. Interf.
pin 1 Counter input 1
pin 2 Counter input 2
pin 3 reserved
pin 4 Neutral (N) connected with GND
pin 5 binary output 11
pin 9-16 reserved
housing screen connection
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Figure 5-8:
Input circuit counter input Rear wall of Inside
1 or 2 CMC 256 CMC 256 +15V
22k
Counter inputs
1&2
ext. Interface 47p
100k
Figure 5-9:
Output circuit of the binary Rear wall
transistor outputs 11 - 14 of CMC 256
Inside
CMC 256
Binary Outputs 11...14

ext. Interf.
Table 5-5:
Ordering Information
Manufacturer description for the connection plug "LL out 1-6" and "ext.
Interf." (see www.lemo.ch)
connector for two guide notches and pull relief (for "LL out FGB.2B.316.CLAD 72Z
1-6")
connector for one guide notch and pull relief (for "ext. FGG.2B.316.CLAD 72Z
Interf")
black anti-bend cable cover GMA.2B.070 DN
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6 TECHNICAL DATA
Guaranteed Values:
y General:
The values are valid for the period of one year after factory calibration, within
23C 5C at nominal value and after a warm-up phase greater than 25 min.
y Guaranteed values from the generator outputs:

The values are valid in the frequency range from 10 to 100 Hz unless specified
otherwise.
Accuracy Data:
Valid in the frequency range from 0 to 100 Hz unless specified otherwise.
6.1 Main Power Supply
Table 6-1:
Power supply data
Main Power Supply
connection Connector according to IEC 60320
voltage, single phase
nominal voltage 110-240 VAC
permitted range 99 ... 264 VAC
power fuse T 10 AH 250 V
power consumption 1 1200 VA at 115 V
1600 VA at 230 V
frequency
Nominal frequency 50 / 60 Hz
permitted range 45 ... 65 Hz
overvoltage category II
1
Refer to Section 6.3.6, "Output Power and Input Supply Voltage" on page 52.
The maximum output power of the CMC 256 is limited by the (mains) input supply
voltage. If the input supply voltage is less than 150 VAC, it is no longer possible to drive
all outputs at full load (VOLTAGE OUTPUT, CURRENT OUTPUT, AUX DC) simultaneously.
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6.2 Insulation Coordination
Table 6-2:
Insulation coordination
Insulation Coordination
overvoltage category II
pollution degree II
insulation of function - basic insulation with maximum working voltage
groups on front panel to 600 Vrms to ground
ground (GND)1 - clearance: > 3mm
- creepage: > 6mm
- test voltage: 2200 Vrms
insulation of functional - working insulation
groups on front panel from - clearance: > 1 mm
each other
- creepage: > 1 mm
- test voltage: 1500 VDC
measurement category - CAT II
(BINARY / ANALOG INPUT)
1 Functional groups on front panel: VOLTAGE OUTPUT, CURRENT OUTPUT (A, B),
AUX DC, BINARY OUTPUT, BINARY / ANALOG INPUT,
ANALOG DC INPUT
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6.3 Outputs
Block diagrams of the available generator outputs can be found in Section 4.1, "Block
Diagram" on page 20.
Table 6-3:
Analog current, voltage,
General Generator Outputs
and LL outputs.
(Analog current and voltage outputs as well as LL out 1-6 outputs)
frequency ranges
sinusoidal signals 101000 Hz
transient signals 0 (DC)3.1 kHz
frequency resolution <5 Hz
frequency accuracy 0.5 ppm
frequency drift 1 ppm
bandwidth (3 dB) 3.1 kHz
phase range -360 to +360
phase resolution 0.001
phase error 1 typically 0.02 guaranteed < 0.1
synchronized operation Generator outputs could be synchronized to a reference
input signal on binary/analog input 10 (range: 4070 Hz).
1
Valid for sinusoidal signals at 50 / 60 Hz.
All voltages and current generators are configurable independently with respect to
amplitude, phase angle, and frequency.
All outputs are monitored. Overload conditions result in a message displayed on the PC.
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6.3.1 CURRENT OUTPUT A
Table 6-4:
Current outputs of
CMC 256 3 Current outputs1
output currents
3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 0 ... 12.5 A
1-phase AC (L-N)2 1 x 0 ... 37.5 A
DC (L-N)2 1 x 0 ... 17.5 A
DC (L-N) 1 x 0 ... 12.5 A
power (range II) typical guaranteed
3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 80 VA at 8.5 A 3 x 70 VA at 7.5 A
1-phase AC (L-L)3 1 x 160 VA at 8.5 A 1 x 140 VA at 7.5 A
2
1-phase AC (L-N) 1 x 240 VA at 25.5 A 1 x 210 VA at 22.5 A
DC (L-N)2 1 x 240 W at 17.5 A 1 x 235 W at 17.5 A
DC (L-N) 1 x 100 W at 12.5 A 1 x 90 W at 12.5 A
power (range I)
3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 12.5 VA at 1.25 A
4
accuracy error < 0.03% error < 0.1%
harmonic distortion 0.025% < 0.07%
(THD+N)5
DC offset current
range I < 30 A < 300 A
range II < 300 A < 3 mA
current ranges range I: 0 ... 1.25 A
range II: 0 ... 12.5 A
resolution < 50 A (in 1.25 A range)
< 500 A (in 12.5 A range)
short-circuit protection unlimited to N
open-circuit protection open outputs (open-circuit) permitted
connection 4 mm banana connectors
amplifier connection socket6 (only CURRENT OUTPUT A)
insulation reinforced insulation from power supply and all SELV interfaces
1
Data for three-phase systems are valid for symmetric conditions (0, 120, 240). Refer to Section
6.3.6, "Output Power and Input Supply Voltage" on page 52.
2
Three-phase parallel switched
3
Single-phase model (in phase opposition): 2 currents in series
4
Percentage data references the full scale.
5 Values at 50/60 Hz, 20 kHz measurement bandwidth, nominal value, and nominal load
6
For currents > 25 A, the test object should only be connected to the 4 mm banana connections
and not to the generator combination socket.
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6.3.2 CURRENT OUTPUT B
The technical data is the same as in Section 6.3.1, "CURRENT OUTPUT A" on page 44.
6.3.3 Parallel Switching of CURRENT OUTPUT A and B
Table 6-5:
Parallel switched current
outputs A and B of Parallel Switched Current Outputs1A and B
CMC 256 output currents
3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 0 ... 25 A
2
1-phase AC (L-N) 1 x 0 ... 75 A
DC (L-N)2 1 x 0 ... 35 A
DC (L-N) 1 x 0 ... 25 A
power (range II) typical guaranteed
3-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 160 VA at 17 A 3 x 140 VA at 15 A
1-phase AC (L-N)2 1 x 480 VA at 51 A 1 x 420 VA at 45 A
DC (L-N) 2 1 x 480 W at 35 A 1 x 470 W at 35 A
DC (L-N) 1 x 200 W at 25 A 1 x 180 W at 25 A
power (range I)
three-phase AC (L-N) 3 x 25 VA at 2.5 A
3
accuracy error < 0.03% error < 0.1%
(THD+N)4
DC offset current
range I < 60 A < 600 A
range II < 600 A < 6 mA
current ranges range I: 0 ... 2.5 A
range II: 0 ... 25 A
resolution < 100 A (in range I)
< 1 mA (in range II)
connection 4 mm banana connectors / amplifier connection socket5
1
Data for three-phase systems are valid for symmetric conditions (0, 120, 240). Refer to Section
6.3.6.
2
Three-phase parallel switched (for connection diagram refer to Section 7.1.3)
3
4 Values at 50/60 Hz, 20 kHz measurement bandwidth, nominal value, and nominal load
5
For currents > 25 A, the test object should only be connected to the 4 mm banana connections
and not to the generator combination socket.
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Figure 6-1:
Typical output power per
phase of a group and with
typ. Output Power per Phase

parallel switching (A II B) of 160
both groups
A parallel B
120
in VA
A, B
80
40
0
0 5 10 15 20 25
Output Current in A
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6.3.4 Single-phase Operation for Output Currents
Table 6-6:
Single-phase operation of
Single-Phase Operation
the CMC 256
output currents
4 x series 1 x 0 ... 12.5 A, refer to Section 7.1.1.
3 x parallel + 2 x series 1 x 0 ... 37.5 A, refer to Section 7.1.2.
6 x parallel 1 x 0 ... 75 A, refer to Section 7.1.3.
power output
4 x series 1 x 320 VA at 8.5 A
3 x parallel + 2 x series 1 x 480 VA at 25.5 A
6 x parallel 1 x 480 VA at 51 A
Figure 6-2:
Typical output power curves
(50/60Hz) 500 3 parallel + 2 series 6 parallel
400
typ. Output Power in VA
4 series
300
200
100
0
0 12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75
Output Current in A
For additional information see Section 7.1, "Single-Phase Operation of the CMC 256" on
page 90.
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Figure 6-3:
Typical compliance voltage
(50 / 60 Hz)
45 4 series
40
Compliance Voltage in Vrms

35
30
25
3 parallel + 2 series
20
15
6 parallel
10
0
0.0 12.5 25.0 37.5 50.0 62.5 75.0
Output Current in A
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6.3.5 Voltage Outputs
Table 6-7:
CMC 256 voltage outputs
4 Voltage Outputs
output voltages
4-phase AC (L-N)1 4 x 0 ... 300 V
1-phase AC (L-L) 1 x 0 ... 600 V
DC (L-N) 4 x 0 ... 300 V
output power2 typical guaranteed
3-phase AC3 3 x 100 VA at 100 ... 300 V 3 x 85 VA at 85 ... 300 V
1-phase AC (L-N) 1 x 200 VA at 100 ... 300 V 1 x 150 VA at 75 ... 300 V
1-phase AC (L-L) 1 x 200 VA at 200 ... 600 V 1 x 150 VA at 150 ... 600 V
DC (L-N) 1 x 420 W 1 x 360 W at 300 VDC
accuracy4 error < 0.025% error < 0.1%
(THD+N)5
DC offset voltage < 20 mV < 100 mV
voltage ranges range I: 0 ... 150 V
range II: 0 ... 300 V
resolution 5 mV in 150 V range
10 mV in 300 V range
short-circuit protected unlimited from L - N
connection 4 mm banana connectors,
amplifier connection socket VL1-VL3
insulation reinforced insulation from power supply and all SELV
interfaces
1 a) VL4 (t) automatically calculated: VL4=(VL1+ VL2+ VL3)*C

C: configurable constant from 4 to +4.
b) VL4 freely configurable through software in frequency, phase, and amplitude.
2
Guaranteed data for ohmic loads, (PF=1).
Refer to the accompanying figure of the output power curves.
Refer to Section 6.3.6, "Output Power and Input Supply Voltage" on page 52.
3 Data for three-phase systems are valid for symmetric conditions (0, 120, 240).
4 Percentage data references nominal voltages from 30 to 300 V.
5
Values at 50 / 60 Hz, 20 kHz measurement bandwidth, nominal value and nominal load.
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6.3.5.1 Power Diagram for Three-Phase Operation
Figure 6-4:
Power diagram for three-
phase operation
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6.3.5.2 Power Diagram for Single-Phase Operation
See also Section 7.1.4, "Single-Phase Voltage" on page 95.
Figure 6-5:
Single-phase operation L-N
Figure 6-6:
Single-phase operation L-L
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6.3.6 Output Power and Input Supply Voltage
The maximum output power of the CMC 256 is limited by the (mains) input supply
voltage. If the input supply voltage is less than 150 VAC, it is no longer possible to drive
all outputs at full load (VOLTAGE OUTPUT, CURRENT OUTPUT, AUX DC) simultaneously.
If all of the voltage outputs, current outputs, as well as the AUX DC outputs are to be
driven with the input supply voltage less than 150 VAC, the maximum load of the
current output has to be reduced. This is accomplished using the hardware
configuration in the OMICRON Test Universe software.
Figure 6-7:
Output power in reference 800
to the input supply voltage CMC 256 total output power
725VA @ 145V
600
Total Output Power in VA
Current amplifier:
max total output power (420VA)
400
420VA @ 100V
200
0
90 100 150
140 200
190 250
240 264
Mains Voltage (Input Supply Voltage) in V
Beside the reduction of the available total output power at low line voltages, no other
degradation of the technical data of the CMC 256 occurs.
The full power output at the current outputs (and no load at the voltage outputs) sums
up to a figure of 420 VA. This is an important configuration for testing high burden
overcurrent relays and the condition can almost perfectly met at a line voltage of 100V
(see also Table 6-8, Output power versus the input supply voltage on page 53).
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The table below shows some selected load conditions for three-phase testing with the
CMC 256. These specific conditions listed were tested at OMICRON, i.e. a CMC 256 was
operated under the specified conditions and its proper function was verified. The results
prove the general power curve shown in Figure 6-7, Output power in reference to the
input supply voltage on page 52.
Table 6-8:
Output power versus the
input supply voltage Line Voltage Outputs and Loads Total Power
85V 3 x 85V, 52VA + 3 x 25A, 52VA 312VA
90V 3 x 85V, 56VA + 3 x 25A, 56VA 336VA
95V 3 x 85V, 63VA + 3 x 25A, 63VA 378VA
100V 3 x 85V, 70VA + 3 x 25A, 70VA 420VA
110V 3 x 85V, 80VA + 3 x 25A, 80VA 480VA
115V 3 x 85V, 85VA + 3 x 25A, 85VA 510VA
120V 3 x 85V, 85VA + 3 x 25A, 85VA 555VA
150V 3 x 85V, 85VA + 3 x 25A, 85VA 675VA
6.3.7 Interface for External Amplifier "LL out 1-6"
Table 6-9:
Data for interface
6 Outputs
"LL out 1-6"
setting range 010 Vpeak1
output current max. 1 mA
resolution < 250 V
accuracy (error in %) typical < 0.025% guaranteed < 0.07%
for 110 Vpeak
harmonic distortion (THD+N)2 typical < 0.015% guaranteed < 0.05%
DC offset current typical < 150 V guaranteed < 1.5 mV
unconventional CT/VT simulation Linear or Rogowski3 mode
overload indication yes
short-circuit protection unlimited to neutral
insulation SELV to all other potential groups of the test
equipment. GND is connected to protective earth
ground.
1
Input OMICRON amplifier nominal: 0 ... 5 Vrms
2
Values at nominal voltage (10 Vpeak), 50/60 Hz, and 20 kHz measurement bandwidth.
3 In Rogowski mode, the output signals are calculated in a differentiated way (d/dt). For more
detailed information, please read the online help of the OMICRON Test Universe software.
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6.3.8 Binary Output Relays
Table 6-10:
Data to binary output relays
4 Binary Output Relays (Binary Outputs 1-4)
type potential free contacts, software controlled
AC loading Vmax 300 VAC; Imax 8 A; Pmax 2000 VA
DC loading Vmax 300 VDC; Imax 8 A; Pmax 50 W
(refer to load limit curve)
switch-on current 15 A (max. 4s at 10% duty-cycle)
electrical lifetime 100,000 switching cycles at 230 VAC / 8 A and ohm load
pickup time approx. 6 ms
fall back time approx. 3 ms
bounce time approx. 0.5 ms
connection 4 mm banana sockets
insulation operation insulation to power outputs
reinforced insulation from all SELV interfaces and from
power supply.
The accompanying diagram shows the load limit curve for DC voltages. (For AC
voltages, a maximum power of 2000 VA is achieved.)
Figure 6-8:
Load limit curve for relays
on the binary outputs with
DC voltages
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6.3.9 Low-Level Binary Outputs (ext. Interf.)
Table 6-11:
Data for the LL binary
4 Low-Level Transistor Binary Output (Binary Outputs 11-14)
outputs 11-14
type Open Collector transistor outputs
external pull-up resistor
switching voltage max. 15 V
max. input voltage 16 V
switch current max. 5 mA (current limited)
min. 100 A
actualization time 100 s
rise time < 3 s (Vextern=5 V, Rpullup=4.7 k)
connection socket "ext. Interf." (rear CMC 256)
insulation SELV to all other potential groups of the test equipment.
GND is connected to protective earth ground (GND)
Main schematic for the output stage of the binary transistor outputs 11-14. Refer to
Figure 5-9, Output circuit of the binary transistor outputs 11 - 14 on page 39.
6.3.10 DC Supply (AUX DC)
Table 6-12:
DC Voltage supply AUX DC
DC Supply (AUX DC)
voltage ranges 0 ... 66 VDC (max. 0.8 A)
0 ... 132 VDC (max 0.4 A)
0 ... 264 VDC (max. 0.2 A)
power max. 50W
1 error: typical < 2%, guaranteed < 5%
accuracy
resolution < 70 mV
connection 4 mm banana sockets on the front panel
short-circuit protection yes
overload indication yes
insulation reinforced insulation from power supply and all SELV
interfaces
1
Percentage is with respect to each range's full-scale.
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6.4 Inputs
6.4.1 Binary Inputs
Table 6-13:
General data of binary
General Data for Binary Inputs 110
inputs
number of binary inputs 10
trigger criteria potential free or DC-voltage compared to threshold
voltage
reaction time max. 220 s
sampling frequency 10 kHz
time resolution 100 s
max. measuring time infinite
debounce time 025ms (see Page 58)
deglitch time 025ms (see Page 58)
counting function
counter frequency 3 kHz (per input)
pulse width >150 s (for high and low signals)
configuration Binary inputs are configurable.
Refer to the online help of the test software in the
OMICRON Test Universe.
connection 4mm banana sockets on the front panel
insulation 5 galvanic insulated binary groups with each 2 inputs
having its own GND.
Operation insulation to the power outputs, DC inputs and
between galvanically separated groups.
Reinforced insulation from all SELV interfaces and from
power supply.
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Table 6-14:
Data for potential sensing
operation Data for Potential Sensing Operation
threshold voltage data for input setting range resolution
range
100mV 140mV 2mV
1V 1.4V 20mV
10V 14V 200mV
100V 140V 2V
600V 600V 20V
max. input voltage 600Vrms (850Vpk)
threshold voltage accuracy1 in range: error:
100 mV, 1 V, 10 V, 100 V typical < 2%, guaranteed < 4%
600 V typical < 5%, guaranteed < 10%
threshold voltage hysteresis 15% of the specified input to each ranges
full-scale
input impedance2 500 k (//50pF)
1 Valid for positive voltage signal edge; percentage is shown in respect to each ranges full-scale.
2
Refer to Figure 5-3 in Section 5-2, "Analog and binary inputs and outputs" on page 32.
Table 6-15:
Data for potential free
operation Data for Potential Free Operation1
trigger criteria Logical 0: R>80 k
Logical 1: R<40 k
input impedance 162 k (//50pF)
1
Refer to Figure 5-3 in Section 5-2, "Analog and binary inputs and outputs" on page 32.
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Deglitch of input signals

In order to suppress short spurious pulses a deglitching algorithm could be configured.
The deglitch process results in an additional dead time and introduces a signal delay. In
order to be detected as a valid signal level, the level of an input signal must have a
constant value at least during the deglitch time. The following figure explains the
deglitch function.
Figure 6-9:
Signal curve, deglitch of
input signals Input signal
Input signal,
deglitched
Tdeglitch Tdeglitch
Debounce of input signals

For input signals with a bouncing characteristic, a debounce function can be
configured. This means that the first change of the input signal causes the debounced
input signal to be changed and then be kept on this signal value for the duration of the
debounce time.
The debounce function is placed after the deglitch function described above and both
are realized by the firmware of the CMC 256 and are calculated in real time.
The following figure explains the debounce function. On the right-hand side of the
figure, the debounce time is too short. As a result, the debounced signal rises to high
once again, even while the input signal is still bouncing and does not drop to low level
until the expiry of another period Tdebounce.
Figure 6-10:
Signal curve, debounce of
input signals Input signal
Input signal,
debounced
Tdebounce Tdebounce Tdebounce
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6.4.2 Counter Inputs 100 kHz (Low Level)
Table 6-16:
Counter inputs 100 kHz
2 Counter Inputs
max. counter frequency 100 kHz
pulse width > 3 s (high- and low signal)
switch threshold
pos. edge max. 8 V
neg. edge min. 4 V
hysteresis typ. 2 V
rise & fall times < 1 ms
connection socket "ext. Interf." (rear CMC 256)
insulation SELV to all other potential groups of the test equipment.
Galvanically connected with "LL out 1-6" and ground.
Main schematic of the input switch counter input 1 and 2, refer to Figure 5-8, Input
circuit counter input 1 or 2 on page 39.
6.4.3 DC Measurement Inputs (ANALOG DC INPUT)
Exceeding the specified input values can damage the measurement inputs!
Table 6-17:
DC measurement input
DC Measurement Input IDC
measurement range 0 ... 1 mA
0 ... 20 mA
max. input current 600 mA
accuracy typ. error < 0.003% guar. error < 0.02%
input impedance approx. 15
insulation insulation to all other front panel connections; reinforced
insulation from all SELV interfaces and from power supply.
Galvanically connected with VDC.
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Table 6-18:
DC voltage measurement
DC Voltage Measurement Input VDC
input
measurement range 010 V
input impedance 1 M
max. input current 90 mA
accuracy typ. error < 0.003% guar. error < 0.02%
insulation galvanically connected with IDC
6.5 PC Interface (Host interf.)
Table 6-19:
PC interface
Host Interface1
connector / socket IEEE 1284-C (Parallel Port)
usage The PC interface serves to connect the CMC 256 with the
PC.
It is recommended that the supplied connection cable be
used.
insulation SELV to all other potential groups.
galvanically connected to ground (GND).
1
For CMC 256 with the NET-1 option see Section 6.12.
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6.6 Environmental Conditions
6.6.1 Climate
Table 6-20:
Climate
Climate
operating temperature1 0 ... +50C
storage and transportation -25+70C
humidity 595% relative humidity; no condensation
climate tested according to IEC 68-2-3
1
Above +30C a 50% duty cycle may apply.
6.6.2 Shock and Vibration
Table 6-21:
Shock and vibration
Dynamics
vibration tested according to IEC 68-2-6 (operating mode)
Frequency range 10 ... 150 Hz; acceleration 2 g
continuous (20 m/s); 10 cycles per axis
shock tested according to IEC 68-2-27 (operating mode) 15 g /
11 ms, half-sinusoid, each axis
6.6.3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Table 6-22:
Electromagnetic
EMC
compatibility
CE conformity, The product adheres to the specifications from the
requirements guidelines of the council of the European community for
meeting the requirements of the member states regarding
the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC Standard
89/336/EEC).
EN 61326-1
Emission
Europe EN 50081-2; EN 61000-3-2/3
International FCC Subpart B of Part 15 Class A
Immunity
Europe EN 50082-2
International IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/11
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6.7 Safety Standards and Certificates
Table 6-23:
Fulfilled safety standards
CMC 256 certified safety standards
and certificates
European EN 61010-1: 2001
standards EN 60950
international IEC 61010-1
standards UL 3111-1
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No 1010.1-92
certificate
Manufactured under an ISO9001 registered system
6.8 Mechanical Data
Table 6-24:
Data regarding size and
Size, Weight and Protection
weight
weight 15.7 kg
dimensions W x H x D (without handle) 450 x 145 x 390 mm
housing IP20 according to EN 60529
6.9 Cleaning
To clean the CMC 256, use a cloth dampened with isopropanol alcohol or water.
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6.10 The EnerLyzer Measurement Option

Optionally, each of the ten binary inputs in the section BINARY / ANALOG INPUT can be
configured as analog measurement inputs for DC and AC voltages up to 600 V1.
As the analog inputs of the CMC 256 are voltage inputs, active current clamps with
voltage outputs have to be used to measure currents.
OMICRON offers the C-PROBE1 as a suitable current clamp. (Refer to Section 9.4,
"Current Clamp C-PROBE1" on page 105.) This current clamp is not included in the
deliverables of the EnerLyzer measurement option and must be ordered separately.
The CMC 256 also supports other current clamps.
Please note that all clamps must be active current clamps with voltage output or current
clamps with a shunt.
For questions, please contact OMICRON (see "Contact Information / Technical Support"
on page 109).
The EnerLyzer option contains:

y The EnerLyzer software module that can be started from within the OMICRON
Test Universe.
y The "EnerLyzer Measurement Options" software manual in PDF format.
The CMC 256 can be upgraded with the EnerLyzer option at any time.
1
Up to three inputs can be used for measuring rms values without the EnerLyzer option.
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6.10.1 General Data
The analog measurement inputs have five measurement ranges that can be individually
configured in the test module EnerLyzer.
y 100 mV
y 1V
y 10 V
y 100 V
y 600 V
These range limits refer to the respective rms values of the sinusoidal shaped input
signals. The ranges 100mV, 1V, 10V and 100V could be overloaded approximately with
10%.
Input impedance: 500 kOhm // 50 pF for all measurement ranges.
Overload protection: 600 Vrms (850 Vpeak) from reference potential N, from another
input, or protective ground (GND).
The sampling rate is configurable by the software:
y 28.44 kHz
y 9.48 kHz
y 3.16 kHz
Three different operating modes are possible:
y Multimeter Mode
y Harmonic Analyzer
y Transient Analyzer
6.10.2 Multimeter Mode
This operating mode is designed for measuring steady-state signals (e.g., also non-
sinusoidal shaped). Measurements such as rms values, phase angle, frequency, etc. can
be made.
The input signals are processed in real time without delay.
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6.10.2.1 Accuracy AC Measurements
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, excitation 10-100%,

accuracy references the measurement full scale values.
Table 6-25:
Sampling rate 28.44 kHz,
Frequency range Accuracy
measurement range 600 V,
100 V, 10 V, 1 V typical guaranteed
DC 0.15% 0.40%
10 Hz ... 100 Hz 0.06% 0.15%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.06% / -0.11% 0.25%
10 Hz ... 10 kHz + 0.06% / -0.7% 1.1%
Table 6-26:
measurement range
100 mV typical guaranteed
DC 0.15% 0.45%
10 Hz ... 100 Hz 0.1% 0.3%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.15% / -0.2% 0.5%
10 Hz ... 10 kHz + 0.15% / -1.0% 2%
Table 6-27:
Sampling rate
9.48 kHz
3.16 kHz typical guaranteed
measurement range 600 V, DC 0.15% 0.45%
100 V, 10 V, 1 V 10 Hz ... 100 Hz 0.08% 0.2%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.1% / -0.3% 0.5%
10 Hz ... 4 kHz + 0.1% / -0.5% 1.2%
(sampling rate 9.48 kHz)
10 Hz ... 1.4 kHz + 0.1% / -0.5% 1.0%
Table 6-28:
Sampling rate
9.48 kHz
measurement range DC 0.15% 0.5%
100 mV 10 Hz ... 100 Hz 0.1% 0.35%
10 Hz ... 1 kHz + 0.15% / -0.35% 0.5%
10 Hz ... 4 kHz + 0.15% / -0.6% 1.2%
10 Hz ... 1.4 kHz + 0.15%/ -0.6% 1.2%
The accuracy data contains linearity, temperature, long-term drift, and frequency.
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1
Figure 6-11:
Typical frequency response
with a sampling rate of Frequency Response in the 100 V Range
(SR = 28.44 kHz)
28.44 kHz and an input Maximum+3Sigmamax
voltage of 70 V1 1
Minimum-3Sigmamax
0.5
Rel. Error / %
-0.5
-1
-1.5
-2
-2.5
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14
Frequency / kHz
Figure 6-12:
Typical frequency response Frequency Response in the 100 V Range
with a sampling rate of (SR = 9.48 kHz)
Minimum-3Sigmamax
9.48 kHz and an input
1 Maximum+3Sigmamax
voltage of 70 V1
0.8
0.6
Rel. Error / /%
0.4
0.2
0
-0.2
-0.4
-0.6
-0.8
-1
0 1 2 3 4 5
Frequency / kHz
1 Actual - Expected .
a) Relative error: 100%
Full Scale
b) 3Sigmamax represents the maximum of the 3Sigma values of all 10 input channels.
The 3Sigmamax value of an analog input are determined from 50 measurement values.
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1
Figure 6-13:
Typical AC linear
progression at 50 Hz and a AC Linearity in the 100 V Range
Maximum+3Sigmamax
sampling rate of 0.04
28.44 kHz1
Minimum-3Sigmamin
0.03
0.02
0.01
Rel. Error / %
0
-0.01
-0.02
-0.03
-0.04
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
RMS Am plitude / V
6.10.2.2 Channel Cross-Talk
Conditions: sinusoidal form infeed on a channel without overload, AC

measurement on neighboring channel, integration time 1 s.
Table 6-29:
Cross talk dampening on
channels of the same Measurement range 600 V 100 V 10 V 1V 100 mV
potential groups in dB at Dampening in dB 80 105 95 120 120
f=50 Hz
Table 6-30:
Cross talk dampening on
channels of the same Measurement range 600 V 100 V 10 V 1V 100 mV
potential groups in dB at Dampening in dB 65 80 75 95 95
f=500 Hz
The cross-talk dampening on a neighboring channel of an other potential
group is greater than 120 dB in all measurement ranges (f=50 Hz or 500 Hz).
a) Relative error: 100%
Full Scale
b) 3Sigmamax represents the maximum of the 3Sigma values of all 10 input channels.
The 3Sigmamax value of an analog input are determined from 50 measurement values.
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6.10.2.3 Accuracy Phase Measurement
Figure 6-14:
Phase error is a function of
Phase Error as a Function of the input voltage
the input voltage (Phase CH1-CH2, Range:100 V, f = 50 Hz) CH1:10V
CH1:70V
0,3
CH1:50V
0,25
0,2
Phase Error /
0,15
0,1
0,05
0
1 10 100
Am plitude CH2 (Vrm s)
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, measurement range

100 V, f=50 Hz, sampling rate 28.44 kHz.
Figure 6-15:
Phase error as a function of
Phase Error as function of the sam pling rate
the sampling rate (fin = 50Hz, R:100V)
0,4

0,335
0,35
8
0,3
0,26
U = 10Vrms (R:100V)
5
0,22
0,25
Phase Error /
0,21
U = 20Vrms (R:100V)
0,2 U = 70Vrms (R:100V

4
0,15
4
9
0,11
0,10
0,09
3
0,1
0,06
3
0,04
0,05
0
28.44kHz 9.48kHz 3.16kHz
Sam pling Rate
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, f=50 Hz,

measurement range 100 V, both channels same excitation (20 V, 70 V).
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Figure 6-16:
Typical phase error as a
Phase Error as a Function of Frequency
function of the input (SR = 28.44 kHz, R: 100 V, Uin = 20 Vrm s)
frequency
0.3
0.25
0.2
Phase Error /
0.15
0.1
0.05
0
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
Frequency / Hz
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoidal, sampling rate =

28.44 kHz, measurement range 100 V, excitation on both channels 20 Vrms.
The maximum input frequency for the phase measurement depends on the sampling
rate.
Table 6-31:
Sampling rate and input
frequency range Sampling rate Input frequency range
28.44 kHz 10 Hz ... 2.30 kHz
9.48 kHz 10 Hz ... 750 Hz
3.16 kHz 10 Hz ... 250 Hz
Note:
1. The measurement accuracy of phase can be improved by:
y increasing the integration time
y enabling the recursive averaging function
2. When measuring very small phase shifts (less than 0.2), the sign (positive or
negative) of the measurement results can not be definitely determined. If this causes
a problem, please refer to the phase measurement in the harmonic analysis.
3. For measuring phase, the input voltage should be greater than 5% of full scale. An
overload of the measurement channel does not negatively affect the obtainable
accuracy.
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6.10.2.4 Accuracy of the Frequency Measurement
Figure 6-17:
Error in the frequency
Error in Frequency Measurem ent as a Function of the input voltage
measurement as a function (Measured over 50 Periods)
of the input voltage
0,1
Rel. Frequency Error / %
0,01
0,001
1 10 100 1000
Voltage signal in % of full range
Conditions: integration time 1 s, measurement signal sinusoid.

The maximum input frequency for the frequency measurement depends on the
sampling rate.
Table 6-32:
Sampling rate Input frequency range
frequency range.
28.44 kHz 10 Hz ... 1500 Hz
9.48 kHz 5 Hz ... 500 Hz
3.16 kHz 5 Hz ... 150 Hz
Conditions: Excitation greater than 10% from measurement full scale, duty cycle 50%.
Note:
With the harmonic analysis, input frequencies up to 3.4 kHz can be measured.
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6.10.2.5 Accuracy Power Measurement
General
The power is calculated from one current channel and one voltage channel:
T
1
Real power:

P = --- * u ( t )*i ( t ) dt
T
[W]
0
Apparent power: S = Vrms x Irms [VA]
2 2
Reactive power: Q= S P *sign_Q [var]
T T
1 1

2 2
Urms = --- * u ( t ) dt , Irms = --- * i ( t ) dt
T T
0 0
Accuracies
Conditions: integration time 1s, measurement signal sinusoidal, excitation 10-100%,
accuracy references the apparent power, error of the current clamp is not taken into
consideration
Table 6-33:
Sampling rates
Frequency range Power Accuracy1
28.44kHz
9.48kHz AC typical guaranteed
3.16kHz 10Hz ... 100Hz S 0.3% 0.7%
P 0.3% 0.7%
Q 0.8% 2%
Table 6-34:
Sampling rate
28.44kHz
AC typical guaranteed
10Hz ... 2.2kHz S +0.3% / -1.2% 2.5%
P +0.3% / -1,2% 2.5%
Q +0.8% / -2.5% 3.5%
Relative error: 100%
Nominal value apparent power
S = Apparent power
P = Real power
Q = Reactive power
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Table 6-35:
Sampling rate
9.48kHz
10Hz ... 750Hz S +0.3% / -0.7% 1.8%
10Hz ... 750Hz P +0.3% / -0.7% 1.8%
10Hz ... 750Hz Q +0.8% / -1.2% 2.5%
Table 6-36:
Sampling rate
3.16kHz
10Hz ... 250Hz S +0.3% / -0.5% 1.3%
10Hz ... 250Hz P +0.3% / -0.5% 1.3%
10Hz ... 250Hz Q +0.8% / -1% 2.2%
Table 6-37:
DC accuracy
Power Accuracy1
DC typical guaranteed
P, S 0.3% 0.9%
Relative error: 100%
Nominal value apparent power
S = Apparent power
P = Real power
Q = Reactive power
Note:
The accuracy specifications include linearity, temperature, ageing drift, frequency and
phase response.
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Typical relative error as a function of the excitation
Figure 6-18:
Typical error of the
Typ. Error apparent pow er S as a function of the excitation
apparent power S as a
(fs = 28.44kHz, f=50Hz)
function of the excitation,
fs=28.44kHz, fin=50Hz
0,2
0,18
0,16
0,14
Rel. Error / %
0,12
0,1
0,08
0,06
0,04
0,02
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Excitation CH1&CH2 / %
phi = 1 phi = 60 cos phi=0.01 (89.4)
Figure 6-19:
Typical error of the real
Typ. Error real pow er P as a function of the excitation
power P as a function of the (fs = 28.44kHz, f=50Hz)
excitation considering the
apparent power, 0,2
0,15
Rel. Error / %
0,1
0,05
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
-0,05
phi = 1 phi = 60 cos phi=0.01 (89.4)
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Figure 6-20:
Typical error of the reactive
Typ. Error reactive pow er Q as a function of the excitation
power Q as a function of
(fs = 28.44kHz, f=50Hz)
the excitation,
0,3
0,25
0,2
0,15
Rel. Error / % 0,1
0,05
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
-0,05
-0,1
-0,15
phi = 1 phi = 60 cos phi=0.01 (89.4)
Conditions:
integration time 1s, measurement signal sinusoid, sampling rate = 28.44kHz, fin =
50Hz
Figure 6-21: 1
Typicalerror1 of thereactive
Typ. Error reactive pow er Q as a function of the phase shift
power Q as a function of (fs = 28.44kHz, f = 50HZ)
the phase shift considering
the apparent power, 0,5
fs=28.44kHz, fin=50Hz,
0,4
excitation CH1 and
CH2 = 70%. 0,3
0,2
Rel. Error / %
0,1
0
0 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,7 0,8 0,9 1
-0,1
-0,2
-0,3
-0,4
Phase /
Average Error Error (+3sigm a) Error (-3sigma)
1
The 3Sigma values are determined from 50 measurement values.
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Conditions:
integration time 1s, measurement signal sinusoidal, sampling rate = 28.44kHz, both
channels with same excitation 70%
Note:
y For very small phase shifts (<0,3) and small excitation (<10%), too small
integration time (<1s) or sampling rate 3.16kHz, the sign of the reactive power can
not be definitely determined.
y The accuracy of the power measurement depends primarily on the accuracy of the
current clamp (refer to Section 9.4, "Current Clamp C-PROBE1" on page 105).
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6.10.3 Harmonic Analyzer
This operating mode is designed for measuring stationary signals (e.g., not sinusoid
shaped). The input signal is separated into fundamental and harmonic waves (Fourier
Analysis).
The following items are measured:
y frequency of the fundamental wave
y amplitude of the fundamental and harmonic waves
y phase shifts between the fundamental and harmonic waves (also from the
different channels)
The input signals are captured. Finally, the calculation of the measurement items is
carried out. During this time, the input signal is not taken into consideration.
6.10.3.1 Accuracy of the Frequency Measurement
The permitted input frequency range depends on the specified sampling rate:
Table 6-38:
frequency range
28.44 kHz 49 Hz ... 3400 Hz
9.48 kHz 17 Hz ... 1100 Hz
3.16 kHz 5 Hz ... 380 Hz
Figure 6-22:
Error in the frequency
Uncertainty in Frequency Measurem ent
measurement as a function
Average
of the voltage signal 0,05
Avg+3Sigmamax
0,04
Avg-3Sigmamax
0,03
0,02
Frequeny Error / Hz
0,01
-0,01
-0,02
-0,03
-0,04
-0,05
1 10 100
Voltage signal in % of full range
Conditions: sampling rate 9.48 kHz, fin=20 Hz ... 1 kHz
Note:
Through recursive averaging, the measurement uncertainty can be reduced further.
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6.10.3.2 Accuracy Amplitude Measurement
The measurement values are given as effective values (rms values).

The permitted input frequency range for the fundamental wave depends on the
specified sampling rate:
Table 6-39:
frequency range
28.44 kHz 100 Hz(=fmin) ... 3200 Hz
9.48 kHz 30 Hz(=fmin) ... 1000 Hz
3.6 kHz 10 Hz (=fmin) ... 350 Hz
Valid for fundamental and harmonic waves in specified frequency range; accuracy refers
to full scale.
Table 6-40:
measurement range 600 V,
100 V, 10 V, 1 V typical guaranteed
fmin ... 1 kHz 0.1% 0.3%
fmin ... 10 kHz + 0.1% / -0.7% 1.1%
Table 6-41:
measurement range
100 mV typical guaranteed
fmin ... 1 kHz 0.2% 0.5%
fmin ... 10 kHz + 0.2% / -1.0% 2.0%
Table 6-42:
Sampling rate
9.48 kHz
measurement range 600 V, fmin ... 100 Hz 0.1% 0.3%
100 V, 10 V, 1 V. fmin ... 1 kHz + 0.1% / -0.5% 0.8%
fmin ... 4 kHz + 0.1% / -0.8% 1.2%
(sampling rate =
9.48 kHz)
fmin ... 1.4 kHz + 0.1% / -0.8% 1.2%
(sampling rate =
3.16 kHz)
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Table 6-43:
Sampling rate
9.48 kHz
measurement range fmin ... 100 Hz 0.15% 0.4%
100 mV fmin ... 1 kHz 0.2% / -0.5% 0.8%
fmin ... 4 kHz + 0.2% / -1.0% 1.5%
(sampling rate =
9.48 kHz)
fmin ... 1.4 kHz + 0.25% / -1.0% 2.0%
(sampling rate =
3.16 kHz)
6.10.3.3 Accuracy of Phase Measurement
The permitted input frequency range for the fundamental wave depends on the
specified sampling rate:
Table 6-44:
frequency range
28.44 kHz 100 Hz ... 3200 Hz
9.48 kHz 30 Hz ... 1000 Hz
3.16 kHz 10 Hz ... 350 Hz
Figure 6-23:
Phase error is a function of
Uncertainty phase m easurem ent as a function of Excitation
the excitation (fs =9.48 kHz, fin=50 Hz)
Average
2.5
Avg+3Sigmamax
2 Avg-3Sigmamax
1.5
1
Phase Error /
0.5
-0.5
-1
-1.5
-2
-2.5
1 10 100
Excitation / %
Conditions: sampling rate 9.48 kHz, fin=50 Hz.
Note:
Through recursive averaging, the measurement uncertainty can be reduced further.
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6.10.4 Transient Analyzer
In this operating mode, transient signals on up to 10 input channels can be

synchronously recorded.
The recording starts whenever a pre-defined trigger condition is met. The selectable
trigger conditions are:
y Trigger on threshold with positive or negative edge
y Combination of different power quality triggers (sag, swell, harmonic,
frequency, frequency change, notch)
In addition, a time offset for the capture window relative to the trigger time point can
be specified.
The trigger delay can be
y positive (recording begins after the trigger time point)
y or negative (recording begins already before the trigger time point).
Figure 6-24:
Illustration of the
start time for
relationship between trigger time end of recording
recording
trigger time points, trigger
delay, and recording time
trigger delay (negative)
recording of input signals
time
Note:
More details about possibilities for triggering can be found in the online help delivered
with the OMICRON Test Universe and in the practical examples in the option EnerLyzer.
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The maximum length of the recording depends on the settings for the sample rate and
the number of channels to be captured.
Table 6-45:
The maximum recording
Number of active Maximum Maximum Maximum
time is dependent on the
number of active channels
channels recording time [s] recording time [s] recording time [s]
and the sampling frequency at fs = 28.4 kHz at fs = 9.48 kHz at fs = 3.16 kHz
1 35.16 105.47 316.41
2 17.58 52.73 158.20
3 11.72 35.16 105.47
4 8.79 26.37 79.10
5 7.03 21.09 63.28
6 5.86 17.58 52.73
7 5.02 15.07 45.20
8 4.40 13.18 39.55
9 3.91 11.72 35.15
10 3.52 10.55 31.64
111 3.20 9.59 28.76
1 all binary inputs are stored as one channel.
Accuracy of the sampling value:

y measurement range 600 V, 100 V, 10 V, 1 V: 0.2% typical
0.5% guaranteed
y measurement range 100 mV: 0.3% typical
0.6% guaranteed
The accuracy data are full scale errors.
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6.11 The EP Option (Extended Precision)

The following specifications relate to a CMC 256 with EP (Extended Precision) option.
Only the specification differences of a CMC 256 EP are mentioned here.
The EP option is characterized by:
y the specified accuracy of the output power
y the aptitude for testing meters of class 0.2 according to IEC 62053 (formerly
IEC 60687)
y the higher accuracy of the power outputs (current and voltage amplifiers)
The expansion of a CMC 256 with the EP option is also subsequently possible.
6.11.1 Generator Outputs General
The standard specifications of the generator outputs can be found in Section 6.3,
"Outputs" on page 43.
Table 6-46:
Analog current and voltage
Analog current and voltage outputs (VOLTAGE OUTPUT, CURRENT OUTPUT)
outputs
typical guaranteed
phase error 0.005 < 0.02
temperature drift 0.0025%/C
6.11.2 Current Outputs (CURRENT OUTPUT)
The standard specifications of the current outputs can be found in Section 6.3.1,
"CURRENT OUTPUT A" on page 44.
The specification of the accuracy is valid for CURRENT OUTPUT A and B.
Table 6-47:
3 current outputs
CMC 256 EP 3 current outputs1 CMC 256 EP
typical guaranteed
2 error < 0.02% error < 0.05%
accuracy
1
Data for three-phase systems are valid for symmetric conditions (0, 120, 240).
2
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6.11.3 Voltage Outputs (VOLTAGE OUTPUT)
The standard specifications of the voltage outputs can be found in Section 6.3.5,
"Voltage Outputs" on page 49.
Table 6-48:
4 voltage outputs
CMC 256 EP 4 voltage outputs1 CMC 256 EP
typical guaranteed
2 error < 0.02% error < 0.05%
accuracy
1 Data for three-phase systems are valid for symmetric conditions (0, 120, 240).
2 Percentage data related to the set value in the voltage range 50300V.
6.11.4 Output Power CMC 256 EP
Table 6-49:
Output power
Output power CMC 256 EP
CMC 256 EP
typical guaranteed
accuracy1 error < 0.05% error < 0.1%
output power temperature drift 0.001%/C < 0.005%/C
1
Data are valid for set value (relative error) from 0.1 to 12.5A (current amplifier A or B) and 50 to
300V (voltage amplifier) at 50/60Hz.
Permissible load for current outputs:
Range 1.25A: 0 to 1 and 1VA max., cos = 0.5 to 1
Range 12.5A: 0 to 0.5 and 6VA max., cos = 0.5 to 1
Permissible load for voltage outputs:
10VA max. at 50 to 300V, cos = 0.5 to 1
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6.12 The NET-1 Option (CMC 256 with Ethernet)

The NET-1 option consists mainly of an additional, high performance 32-bit RISC micro-
processor with the following interfaces:
y ETH1: 10/100Base-TX (twisted pair) Ethernet interface (used as the control interface
for the test set)
y ETH2: 100Base-FX (fiber) Fast Ethernet interface
Since the test set can be controlled over a network, any distance between the
controlling computer and the test set is possible. Due to this, the possibility for direct
remote control of the test set (e.g. for end-to-end testing) is provided.
The NET-1 option also provides the basis for the processing of substation protocols
according to the UCA 2.0 specification and the IEC 61850 standard. The two Ethernet
interfaces allow flexible configurations, e.g. for separation of data traffic from different
network segments or segregation of substation protocol data and test set control
commands.
An upgrade of the standard CMC 256 with the NET-1 option is possible.
6.12.1 Connections and Interfaces
Figure 6-25:
Rear view of the CMC 256
with the NET-1 option Power Supply Fans Ext.Interf. Associate Fans
CAUTION!
To avoid electric shock, LISTED
!
do not remove cover. M EASUR ING
Up to 1kV inside! EQ UIP ME N T
8D52
Power supply Current Voltage

Fuse LL out 1 - 6 ETH1
T10AH
4 mm sockets for GND connection

ETH2
See description in Section 4.1.9, "Other SELV Interfaces" on page 27 and Section 5.2,
"Connections on the Back Panel" on page 36.
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ETH1 (10/100Base-TX, twisted pair)

ETH1 is a standard 10/100Mbit twisted pair Ethernet interface. It is normally used for
the communication with the PC to control the test set.
The ETH1 interface supports auto crossing (auto MDI/MDIX). This means that a
standard cable or a cross-over Ethernet patch cable can be used.
The lower green LED indicates a link connection to a PC or a network. The upper yellow
LED indicates if a data traffic signal (receive or transmit) is active on the cable.
Connect ETH1 only to Ethernet based interfaces. Do not connect it to PSTN (Public
Switched Telephone Networks).
ETH2 (100Base-FX, optical fiber)

ETH2 is a standard 100Mbit optical fiber interface, which has a small form factor MT-RJ
fiber connector.
After disconnecting the fiber patch, please insert the dust cover on the fiber connector.
The lower green LED indicates a link connection to a PC or a network.
The upper yellow LED indicates when a data traffic signal (receive or transmit) is active
on the cable.
Laser Class 1 Product (related to IEC 60825)
Associate Button
The Associate button has the following functions:
y Associate with Controlling PC

Due to the Ethernet communication interface, it is possible to communicate to any
CMC available on the network. This could lead to dangerous situations where a user
accidentally connects to a device located on a desk of somebody else, emitting
unsafe voltages and endangering the person working there.
To prevent such a situation, a special mechanism is integrated into the CMC 256
with the NET-1 option that allows only authorized clients to control the test set.
By using the Associate button, the test set is registered for use with a specific host
PC. The test set will emit voltages and current only when it is associated to the client
requesting this. This association will be stored in the test set and remembered until
it is changed to a different host PC. The association process can only be initiated by
a software component delivered with the OMICRON Test Universe software. For
more details about this process, refer to the softwares online help.
For the association the Ethernet hardware (MAC) address of the controlling PC is
remembered. Consequently, if the network interface on the PC has changed or if
multiple network cards are installed on the PC, the CMC 256 has to be associated
whenever the MAC address changes.
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y Reset IP Configuration
The Associate button has an additional effect if pressed during power-up of the test
set. If the button is pressed while powering up the CMC 256, the IP configuration of
the network interfaces is reset to factory default which is DHCP/AutoIP for both
network interfaces. It may be necessary to reset the IP configuration in this way to
recover from settings with conflicting static IP addresses.
! Button
The ! button enables you to recover from unsuccessful software image downloads or
other emergency situations. To start a new software image download, press the
! button with a pointed tool such as a paper clip during power-up of the test set. If you
press the ! button while powering the CMC 256, the test set will not start as usual but
wait for a new software image download.
Status LED A, B
The status LEDs A and B are only of interest in case of a troubleshoot condition.
A: yellow LED
The LED is on if the CMC 256 is ready for use and controlled by a PC.
The LED is off if the CMC 256 is waiting for an emergency software image download
after pressing the ! button during power-up of the test set. For details, see "! Button" on
page 85.
B: green LED
The LED is on while the flash memory of the CMC 256 is accessed.
6.12.2 Technical Data
Ethernet 1 (ETH1)
type 10/100Base-TX (10/100Mbit, twisted pair,
auto-MDI/MDIX or auto crossing)
connector RJ45
cable type LAN cable of category 5 (CAT5) has to be used
status indication LED green: valid link exists
LED yellow: traffic on interface
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Ethernet 2 (ETH2)
type 100Base-FX (100Mbit, fiber, duplex)
connector MT-RJ
cable type 50/125 m or 62.5/125 m (duplex patch cable)
cable length > 1 km possible
status indication LED green: valid link exists
LED yellow: traffic on interface
This is a product of Laser Class 1 (IEC 60825)
6.12.3 Ethernet / Network Settings
General
The OMICRON Test Universe software running on the PC communicates with the
CMC 256 with the NET-1 option via a network connection. Therefore it is possible both
to have the CMC 256 directly connected to the PCs network plug by a cable and to
have the CMC 256 and the controlling PC connected to the same computer network.
Both network ports can be used interchangeably, but ETH1 is primarily used to connect
to a PC to control the test set and ETH2 for substation communication. Both network
ports have link LEDs (green) and traffic LEDs (yellow flashing) to check the physical
connectivity and proper cabling.
IP Configuration
For communication of the CMC 256 NET-1 with the controlling PC the test set and the
OMICRON Test Universe software use a DCOM connection over TCP/IP. The TCP/IP
settings are done via the Test Set Association and Configuration component included in
the Test Universe software. The CMC 256 NET-1 can either be set to static IP addresses
or use DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) and AutoIP/APIPA (Automatic
Private IP Addressing). Additionally there is a DHCP allocator (small DHCP server)
integrated in the CMC 256 NET-1 to serve IP addresses for a directly connected PC,
which is activated only if there is no network DCHP-server and only for the PC, where
the OMICRON Test Universe software is running.
If the IP settings conflict with static IP addresses of other devices in the network, it is
possible to reset the device to factory defaults (DHCP and AutoIP) by pressing the
Associate button on the back of the test set while powering up the device (see
"Associate Button" on page 84).
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Security / Firewall Settings

To automatically detect and set the IP configuration of CMC 256 NET-1 test sets in the
network and to set their IP configuration IP-multicasting is used by the Test Universe
software. Therefore a firewall program has to be configured to allow for this
communication in addition to allow for DCOM communication. For the Microsoft
Windows Firewall in Windows XP SP2 the configuration of the firewall is done
automatically during installation of the OMICRON Test Universe.
The software component on the PC which automatically detects test sets on the
network (OMFind.exe) has to be allowed for an inbound connection on port 4987 for
UDP. The software component on the PC which controls the test sets (CMEngAl.exe)
has to be allowed for DCOM communication over TCP/IP.
Network Troubleshooting
For a detailed and up-to-date list of How-Tos and FAQs, see the OMICRON Networking
FAQ document Network-based test sets FAQ.pdf included in the Test Universe
Software documentation folder.
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7 INCREASING THE OUTPUT POWER, OPERATING

MODES
CMC 256 has a very large application diversity. The current outputs offer enough
output power that a variety of electromechanical relays can be tested.
In particular, the CMC 256 offers a variety of types of single-phase operation using its
two galvanically separated current triples with which the output power from the units
can be significantly increased.
In cases when the current or the output power or even the number of independent
voltages or currents is insufficient, it is possible to switch individual amplifier groups
of the CMC 256 in parallel or to connect external amplifiers (up to six independent
additional channels) to the "LL out 1-6".
The following illustrated operating types can be set based on their corresponding types
in the hardware configuration with the "OMICRON Test Universe."
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7.1 Single-Phase Operation of the CMC 256
7.1.1 Connecting CURRENT OUTPUT A and CURRENT OUTPUT B

in Series
1 x 0 ... 12.5 A, max. 40 Vrms, 1 x 320 VA at 8.5 A

Both amplifier groups CURRENT OUTPUT A and CURRENT OUTPUT B can also be
connected in series (as is shown in the picture.) The current 1 and 2 of a group are
phase opposite.
Figure 7-1: V2B

V1A NA V2A 2 2
NB V1B
Single-phase operation 4 x 1 1
series
V
1 N
VOLTAGE OUTPUT
1 2 3 N 4 N
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
1' N'
Refer to the output curves in Section 6.3.4, "Single-phase Operation for Output
Currents" on page 47.
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7.1.2 Series Connection of Current A (1+ 2+ 3 parallel) and

Current B (1+ 2+ 3 parallel)
1 x 0 ... 37.5 A, max. 20 Vrms, 1 x 480 VA at 25.5 A

The currents 1, 2, and 3 of the groups A and B are switched in parallel (refer to Figure 7-
2 below). In addition, the groups A and B are switched in series.
Note: Please verify that the test leads have sufficient diameter.
Every current socket can deliver up to 12.5 Arms and the N-Socket up to
3 12.5 Arms = 37.5 Arms.
Figure 7-2: I3
Single-phase 3 x parallel / 3 N
2 x series I2
2 N
I1
1 N
I
1' N'
VL-N A N VL-N B
1,2,3 1,2,3
VL-N
1' N'
VOLTAGE OUTPUT
1 2 3 N 4 N
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
1' N'
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Note:
y The phase angles of all outputs of the group A must be identical.
y The phase angles of all outputs of group B must be identical plus in phase
opposition to the phase angle of group A.
y The amplitude of all outputs for both groups must be set to the same value.
Because test leads (2 m length, 2.5 mm2, 12.5 A) are subject to 2.5 W power loss, we
recommend using the connection techniques from Figure 7-2, Single-phase 3 x parallel
/ 2 x series on page 91.1
WARNING:

1
Double up the test leads for the N socket by using two test leads back to back. In addition
ensure that the current outputs (1,2,3) are only connected together at the actual test object.
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7.1.3 Parallel Switching CURRENT OUTPUT A with CURRENT

OUTPUT B
Parallel switching CURRENT OUTPUT A (1+ 2+ 3 parallel) with CURRENT OUTPUT B (1+
2+ 3 parallel) [6 x parallel]
1 x 0 ... 75 A, max. 10 Vrms, 1 x 480 VA at 51 A
The currents 1, 2, and 3 of the Groups A and B are switched in parallel.
Please verify that the test leads have sufficient diameter.
Figure 7-3:
Single-phase operation I1A
6 x parallel 1 NA
I2A
2 NA
I3A
3 NA
I1B
1 NB
I2B
2 NB
I3B
3 NB
I
1' N'
VOLTAGE OUTPUT
1 2 3 N 4 N
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
1' N'
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All six current channels have to be set to the same phase and the same amplitude.
Because test leads (2 m length, 2.5 mm2, 12.5 A) are subject up to 2.5 W power loss,
we recommend using the connection techniques from Figure 7-3, Single-phase
operation 6 x parallel on page 93.1
WARNING:

1
Triple up the test leads for the N socket by using two test leads back to back. In addition ensure
that the current outputs (1,2,3) are only connected together at the actual test object.
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7.1.4 Single-Phase Voltage
1 x 0 ... 300 V, 1 x 150 VA [75 ... 300 V] typical 1 x 200 VA [100 ... 300 V]
Figure 7-4: 1 N
the voltage system (L-N)
VOLTAGE OUTPUT
1 2 3 N 4 N
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
1 x 0 ... 600 V, 1 x 150 VA [150 ... 600 V] typical 1 x 200 VA [200 ... 600 V]
Figure 7-5: 1 N
the voltage system
(L-L phase opposition)
VOLTAGE OUTPUT
1 2 3 N 4 N
CURRENT OUTPUT A
1 2 3 N
CURRENT OUTPUT B
1 2 3 N
Refer to the output curves in Section 6.3.5, "Voltage Outputs" on page 49.
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7.2 Operation with External Amplifiers

The connections "LL out 1-6" offers a large variety of extension possibilities through the
connection of external amplifiers.
As such, higher currents and higher power outputs can be generated, or the number of
independent voltage or current channels can be extended.
Applications which the CMC 256 alone cannot cover, thus become realizable.
Every output socket LL-out can be connect with up to four external amplifiers with six
independent channels.
The following configurations are possible:
y 9 25 Arms / 70 VA for differential relays in three galvanically separated current

triples with CMC 256 + CMA 156
y 6 250 V / 75 VA for the synchronization in two galvanically separated voltage

triples with CMC 256 + CMS 156
For a complete overview of the supported configurations of the CMC 256 and CMA/S
amplifiers see the OMICRON Test Universe online help, topic Hardware Configuration.
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8 TROUBLESHOOTING
This section provides general rules to be followed in case of a failure of the CMC 256 as
well as a instructions how to eliminate some specific disruptions of the test set.
8.1 Troubleshooting Guide

In case of a disruption in operation of the CMC 256 proceed as follows:
1. Check the relevant software user manual or online help included in the Test
Universe software for an immediate response.
2. Check whether the disruption is reproducible and document it.
3. Try to narrow the disruption by using another PC, test set or connection cable, if
available.
4. Note the exact wording of any error message or unexpected conditions.
5. If you contact the OMICRON technical support, please attach:
y Your company name as well as a phone number and e-mail address
y The serial number of your test set
y Information about your PC: Manufacturer, type, memory, installed printers,
operating system (and language) as well as the installed version of the
OMICRON PC software (and language)
y Screenshots of the error messages
6. If you call the OMICRON hotline, please have your PC and test set available and
be ready to repeat the steps that caused the disruption.
For speeding up the support process, please attach the following diagnostic log files:
y Communication log file
This file records any communication between the CMC 256 and PC.
To send the log file to the OMICRON technical support:
1. Close all other applications.
2. Choose Calibration & Diagnosis > Logfile from the Test Universe start
page.
3. Select Logging on (Detailed) in the Edit menu and minimize the window.
4. Start the test module and reproduce the disruption.
5. Go back to the log file and select Send in the File menu to submit the log
file via e-mail to the OMICRON technical support.
y Hardware check log file
Each time a test module starts, an internal hardware self-check is performed.
The results of this test are stored in the hwcheck.log file.
To open the log file, choose Calibration & Diagnosis > Hardwarecheck
from the Test Universe start page.
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8.2 Potential Disruptions, Possible Causes and

Remedies
Some potential disruptions that may occur while operating the CMC 256 are listed
below. Try to eliminate them by applying the remedies proposed here.
Table 8-1:Troubleshooting
the CMC 256
Disruption Possible causes Remedies
Power switch does not light There is no power to the Check the power supply
after turning on the test test set. and assure that it supplies
set. power to the test set.
The fuse of the test set has Unplug the power cord
blown (e.g., is defective) from the power source!
Replace the fuse: Fuse
T 10 AH 250 V (6.3x32 mm).
Disruption of test sets Please contact the
functions OMICRON technical
support (see "Contact
Information / Technical
Support" on page 109).
The following message Ground-wire connection to Ground the housing of the
appears in the status line: the CMC 256 t is broken or test set separately using the
Ground-wire break!!! the test set is powered by PE connection socket (on
Ground-wire connection an earth-free power supply the back panel of the test
lost! The unit must not be (isolating transformer). set). If an earth-free
operated further without operation is required,
an isolating transformer! confirm the message and
continue to work.
Note: The housing of the
test set is not grounded
and this is not the
designated operation
mode.
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8.3 Overheating
If a thermal shutdown occurs because of loading the voltage or current outputs a long
time by high burden, the Test Universe displays the following messages respectively in
the Status History window:
y Voltage overtemperature: followed by a list of the affected outputs

CMC switched off.
Test stopped with error.
y Current overtemperature: followed by a list of the affected outputs

CMC switched off.
Test stopped with error.
The thermal shutdown can be avoided by reducing the compliance voltage of the
current amplifiers. For detailed information on the important operational messages,
please refer to the user manual and the online help delivered with the OMICRON Test
Universe software.
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9 CMC 256 RELATED PRODUCTS AND

ACCESSORIES
This chapter describes the optional equipment for the CMC 256 test set. In the
following the amplifiers CMA 56, CMA 156, CMS 156, CMS 251 and CMS 252 are
jointly named CMA/S. Please check the OMICRON website www.omicron.at for up-to-
date information.
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9.1 CMA/S Current/Voltage Amplifiers

The CMA/S external amplifiers are controlled by the CMC 256 via the LL out 1-6 on
the rear panel of the test set as shown in Figure 9-1 below.
Figure 9-1:
Connecting a CMA/S CMC 256 CMA/S Amplifier
amplifier to the CMC 256
Ampl. in
LL out
1-6
Table 9-1:Technical Data on

CMA/S amplifiers
Amplifier Output configurations Output power Miscellaneous
CMA 156 6-phase current amplifier
(Group A, B)
625 A (L-N) 670 VA at 7.5 A Amplitude
350 A (L-N) 3140 VA at 15 A accuracy:
275 A (3L-N) 2225 VA at 22.5 A error < 0.1%
1150 A (3L-N) 1420 VA at 45 A Weight: 15.4 kg
CMA 56 3-phase current amplifier Amplitude
325 A (L-N) 3 140 VA at 15 A accuracy:
1150 A (3L-N) 1 420 VA at 45 A error < 0.1%
Weight: 14.9 kg
CMS 156 3-phase current / voltage
amplifier (3250V, 325A)
3250 V (L-N) 375 VA Amplitude
1500 V (L-L) 1150 VA accuracy:
325 A (L-N) 370 VA at 7.5A error < 0.1%
175 A (3L-N) 1210 VA at 22.5A Weight: 14.7 kg
CMS 251 1-phase high power amplifier Output amplifier is
(1125 V or 112.5 A) configurable
as voltage
1125 V (L-N) or Up to 1400 VA or current source
112.5 A (L-N) Weight: 14.8 kg
CMS 252 2-phase high power amplifier Both output
2(125 V or 12.5 A) amplifiers are
configurable
2125 V (L-N) or Up to 1400 VA as voltage
212.5 A (L-N) or current source
125 A (L-N) Weight: 18.4 kg
Detailed information about the CMA/S amplifiers can be found in the corresponding
user manual, product catalog, or on the OMICRON website http://www.omicron.at.
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9.2 CMB IO-7

The CMB IO-7 is a PC controlled test unit consisting of binary inputs and outputs. For
that purpose the CMB IO-7 provides seven module plug-in slots which can be equipped
with different input/output modules. Depending on the assembled modules the
CMB IO-7 is capable to provide up to 144 (300 VDC) potential-sensing (wet) or
potential-free (dry) input channels and/or up to 96 output channels.
The signals applied to the inputs of the CMB IO-7 are precisely time tagged. The desired
timing characteristic of the corresponding output reactions can be specified in the
controlling software of the OMICRON Test Universe by using freely programmable
sequences.
The following IO modules are available:
y INP1-24: 24 binary inputs, 0300 VDC, two galvanically separated groups 12+12
y OUT1-16: 16 binary relay outputs
y OUT2-16: 16 binary solid-sate outputs, high-side MOSFET outputs (fast, no bouncing)
The CMB IO-7 can be used together with the CMC 256 test set1 (see Figure 9-2 below
for a typical test set-up) or stand-alone.
Figure 9-2:Connecting the

CMB IO-7, CMC 256 and PC Supplied
connection cable
(synchronization)
VEHK0003
Supplied
connection cables
VEHK0108
CMB IO-7
LPT2
LPT1
PC
CMC 256
(example)
1
Second parallel port is required if the CMB IO-7 is used in conjunction with the CMC 256. For
notebooks the SPP-100 PCMCIA card with parallel port is available from OMICRON. For the part
number refer to Section 9.6, "Ordering Information" on page 107.
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9.3 CMGPS
The CMGPS is a system extension that permits triggering a CMC test set at an exactly
specified point in time using the world-wide reception of a GPS (Global Positioning
System) satellite signal.
Using two or more CMGPS devices, the test procedure of two or more CMC test sets
can be started simultaneously.
The power supply to the CMGPS comes from the CMC 256 test set.
Figure 9-3:
Synchronization device
Antenna
CMGPS
CMLIB 156
On
Searching
Locked
Pulse
Ext. Interf. ON
Detailed information about the CMGPS can be found in the corresponding user manual,
product catalog, or on the OMICRON website http://www.omicron.at.
Table 9-2:Basic technical

data on CMGPS
Pulse outputs 2
Accuracy Error < 1 s or 5 s
Synchronization of test sets1 Error < 100 s / < 5 s
Connection Voltage supply from the CMC 256, configurable by
the test software of the OMICRON Test Universe.
Weight 440 g
Dimensions W x H x D 140 x 70 x 40 mm
1 Error corresponds to amplifier output signals (voltage/current) of CMGPS synchronized test sets
at configured GPS trigger event
5 s: enhanced mode (CMC 256 only + State Sequencer)
Optionally a 220m antenna cable to provide up to 40 m is available from OMICRON.

For the part number refer to Section 9.6, "Ordering Information" on page 107.
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9.4 Current Clamp C-PROBE1

Using the current clamp C-PROBE1 and the EnerLyzer measurement option, direct and
alternating currents can be measured via the analog measurement inputs of the BINARY
/ ANALOG INPUT section. (Refer to Section 6.10, "The EnerLyzer Measurement Option"
on page 63.)
C-PROBE1 is an active, DC-capable current probe and has two switchable measurement
ranges.
Figure 9-4:
Current clamp C-PROBE 1
Detailed information about the C-PROBE1 and the EnerLyzer measurement option can
be found in their respective user manuals, product catalogs, or on the OMICRON
website http://www.omicron.at.
Table 9-3:Basic technical

data on C-PROBE 1
Max. voltage of the leads 600 Vrms to GND
Switch position 100 mV/A 10 m V/A
Measurement ranges 010 A AC/DC 080 A AC/DC
Frequency bandwidth 0 (DC)10 kHz
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9.5 CMLIB B Option for the Meter Testing

The CMLIB B permits all optional devices that are needed for meter testing to be easily
connected to the CMC 256.
Among the optional devices are:
y meter under test
y reference meter
y optical scanning heads.
The CMLIB B is connected to the ext. Interf. socket on the rear panel of the CMC 256.
It requires a supply voltage of 12 ... 24 VDC. A power supply is part of the deliverables.
Figure 9-5:
Main connection diagram
CMLIB B
Rear View of the CMC 256
.
CMLIB B
CMLIB B
(TK323,
Active Power Meter TVS6.15/1)
Optical
Head
Detailed information about the CMLIB B can be found in the corresponding user
manual, product catalog, or on the OMICRON website http://www.omicron.at.
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9.6 Ordering Information

In this section you'll find ordering information for the optional devices and components
of the CMC 256.
For easier identification of the cable and plugs, they are depicted in the following
illustrations.
Figure 9-6: plug for generator CMC

Connection cable combination socket test device
connector 1 VEHS0103
generator cable
VEHK0103
test object
Figure 9-7:
Connection cable
Ampl. in
connector II connection cable
CMC 256 amplifier
VEHK0003
amplifier
(CMA, CMS)
PC
Ampl. in
Ampl. out
connection cable for PC

VEHK0108
ext. Interf.
(Parallel port cable)
VEHK0022 (Ethernet cable)
LL out. 1-6
CMLIB-B
connection cable for CMC 256-CMLIB-B
VEHK0003
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Table 9-4:
Ordering information
Ordering description Part number
CMC 256 options
EP Extended Precision upgrade VEHO0002
NET-1 Upgrade CMC 256 with Ethernet interface VEHO1010
EnerLyzer Software module providing EnerLyzer functionality VESM2050
Amplifiers
CMA 56 Current amplifier (350 A) VEHV0010
CMA 156 Current amplifier (625 A) VEHV1010
CMS 156 Voltage/current amplifier (3250 V, 325 A) VEHV1030
CMS 251 High power voltage/current amplifier (112.5 A or 1125 V) VEHV1050
CMS 252 High power voltage/current amplifier (212.5 A or 2125 V) VEHV1060
Binary input/output extensions
CMB IO-7 Basic unit with 1INP1-24, 1OUT16-1 VE000700
INP1-24 Binary input module (24 inputs, 0300 V) VEHZ0710
OUT1-16 Binary output module (16 relay outputs) VEHZ0720
OUT2-16 Binary solid state output module (16 MOSFET outputs) VEHZ0750
SPP-100 Parallel port PCMCIA card VEHZ0730
Module connector for CMB input/output modules VEHZ0740
Synchronization device CMGPS VEHZ3000
220 m antenna cable and SMA adapter VEHZ3003
Current clamp C-PROBE 1 (10/80 A range, DC10 kHz) VEHZ4000
Meter test components

CMLIB B CMC 256-to-meter connection set VEHZ1102
TK323 Photoelectric scanning head VEHZ2005
TVS6.15/1 Magnetic scanning head VEHZ2004
Cables
Connection cable CMC 256-to-PC socket (parallel port interface) 1.5 m VEHK0108
Connection cable CMC 256-to-amplifier, CMLIB A/B or CMGPS VEHK0003
Generator combination cable VEHK0103
Ethernet patch cable 1.5 m VEHK0022
Fiber patch cable MTRJMTRJ 3 m VEHK0021
Fiber patch cable MTRJST 3 m VEHK0020
Connector
Plug for generator combination socket VEHS0103
Transport cases for CMC 256, CMA/S
Large-size case with casters for heavy transport stress VEHP0015
Case for medium/light transport stress VEHP0016
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Contact Information / Technical Support
Contact Information / Technical

Support
Europe, Africa, Middle East
OMICRON electronics GmbH
Phone: +43 5523 507-333
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.omicron.at
Asia, Pacific
OMICRON electronics Asia Ltd, Hong Kong
Phone: +852 2634 0377
Web: www.omicron.at
North and South America

OMICRON electronics Corp. USA
Phone: +1 713 830-4660 or 1 800 OMICRON
Web: www.omicronusa.com
For addresses of OMICRON offices with customer service centers, regional

sales offices or offices for training, consulting and commissioning please see our
website.
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OMICRON Contact Addresses
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Index
INDEX
A D
accessories DC measurement input................................................ 59
CMA/S current/voltage amplifiers......................... 102 DC voltage measurement input.................................... 60
CMB IO-7............................................................ 103
CMGPS ............................................................... 104 debounce.................................................................... 58
CMLIB B .............................................................. 106 deglitch....................................................................... 58
C-PROBE1 ........................................................... 105 dimensions.................................................................. 62
accuracy
current output ................................................ 44, 45
DC measurement input.......................................... 59
DC voltage measurement input ............................. 60
amplifier
current.......................................................... 22, 102 E
voltage.......................................................... 21, 102
electromagnetic compatibility ...................................... 61
analog output ............................................................. 43
EMC............................................................................ 61
apparent power........................................................... 71
EN 61010-1: 2001 ....................................................... 62
EnerLyzer..................................................................... 63
EP option .................................................................... 81
Ethernet interface ........................................................ 83
B European standards..................................................... 62
external interface................................................... 38, 55
bandwidth (-3 dB) ....................................................... 43
binary inputs ............................................................... 56
binary outputs....................................................... 54, 55
F
frequency
C accuracy................................................................
drift ......................................................................
43
43
calibration ................................................................... 41 range setting......................................................... 43
resolution ............................................................. 43
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No 1010.1-92 ..................................... 62
front panel .................................................................. 31
CE conformity.............................................................. 61
fuse
cleaning ...................................................................... 62 changing the......................................................... 11
CMB IO-7 .................................................................. 103 type ...................................................................... 41
CMGPS...................................................................... 104
CMLIB B .................................................................... 106
combination socket LL out 1-6 ..................................... 36
counter inputs ............................................................. 59
CPU............................................................................. 28
G
current clamp ............................................................ 105 generator combination socket...................................... 34
current outputs ........................................................... 43
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H M
hardware test .............................................................. 18 measurement
host interface .............................................................. 60 analog DC............................................................. 25
housing....................................................................... 62 measurement range
IDC measurement input ........................................ 59
humidity, relative ......................................................... 61
UDC measurement input....................................... 60
meter testing............................................................. 106
I
IEC 61010-1 ................................................................. 62 N
IEC 62053 ................................................................... 81
NET-1 option ............................................................... 83
increasing output power.............................................. 89
input current ......................................................... 59, 60
input impedance ................................................... 59, 60
input supply voltage
output power........................................................ 52 O
input voltage ............................................................... 60
inputs operating temperature................................................. 61
analog DC............................................................. 25 option
binary ................................................................... 56 EnerLyzer .............................................................. 63
counter ................................................................. 59 EP ......................................................................... 81
DC measurement................................................... 59 NET-1.................................................................... 83
insulation .............................................................. 59, 60 ordering information
interface OMICRON ........................................................... 107
Ethernet ................................................................ 83 third party equipment ..................................... 35, 39
host or PC ............................................................. 60 output power
parallel.................................................................. 28 current outputs ..................................................... 46
international standards ................................................ 62 increasing ............................................................. 89
voltage outputs..................................................... 49
outputs
current............................................................ 44, 45
LL out 1-6 ............................................................. 36
parallel switching of ........................................ 45, 91
L serial connection of ............................................... 90
voltage.................................................................. 49
layout overheating ........................................................... 22, 99
external interface................................................... 38
LL out 1-6 ............................................................. 37 overload warning .................................................. 21, 22
LL out 1-6 ............................................................. 36, 53
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Index
P T
parallel interface .......................................................... 28 temperature
parallel switching of current outputs...................... 45, 93 operating .............................................................. 61
storage ................................................................. 61
PC interface ................................................................. 60 transportation....................................................... 61
phase Test Universe ..... 13, 15, 23, 26, 84, 86, 97, 99, 103, 104
error ..................................................................... 43
range .................................................................... 43 transportation temperature ......................................... 61
resolution.............................................................. 43
power
apparent ............................................................... 71
reactive ................................................................. 71
real ....................................................................... 71 U
power consumption .................................................... 41
UL 3111-1.................................................................... 62
power supply............................................................... 28
R V
ventilation slots ..................................................... 10, 17
reactive power ............................................................. 71
vibration...................................................................... 61
real power ................................................................... 71
voltage outputs ........................................................... 49
reference meter ......................................................... 106
relative humidity.......................................................... 61
resolution
current outputs ............................................... 44, 45
LL out 1-6 ............................................................. 53
phase.................................................................... 43 W
voltage outputs ..................................................... 49
weight ........................................................................ 62
S
safety
instructions ............................................................. 9
standards and certficates....................................... 62
self-test ....................................................................... 18
serial connection of current outputs............................. 90
setup........................................................................... 19
shock .......................................................................... 61
shutdown.................................................................... 99
signal generation......................................................... 29
storage temperature .................................................... 61
synchronization via GPS ....................................... 28, 104
synchronized operation................................................ 43
system components ..................................................... 17
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Article Number VESD2001 - Version C256.AE.3

S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................ 9

3 O PERATING THE CMC 256 ............................................................ 17

4 S ETUP AND F UNCTION .................................................................. 19

5 C ONNECTIONS AND I NTERFACES ...................................................... 31

6 T ECHNICAL D ATA ........................................................................ 41

6.11 The EP Option (Extended Precision) ................................................................................. 81

7 I NCREASING THE O UTPUT P OWER , O PERATING M ODES ......................... 89

9 CMC 256 R ELATED P RODUCTS AND A CCESSORIES ............................ 101

I NDEX ............................................................................................ 111

CMC 256 should only be operated by trained personnel.

Rules for Use

Orderly Practices and Procedures

y Do not undertake any modifications, extensions, or adaptations to the CMC 256.

y Personnel receiving training, instruction, direction, or education on the CMC 256

Safe Operation Procedures

y Do not plug any of the front panel connectors to protective ground.

y Red Warning Light :

Changing the Power Fuse

y Find the fuse at the back of the device.

y Fuse type: T10 AH 250 V (wire fuse 6.332 mm).

The CMC 256 is a PC-controlled test device intended for testing:

In addition to the test functions, optional high-performance measurement functions

Features of the CMC 256:

y Output of test quantities:

y Supply of DC voltages to the test object.

y Output of binary signals.

y Capture of signals, counter impulses, and DC measured values.

y Option EnerLyzer: Measurement and analysis of DC and AC voltages, as well as DC

y EnerLyzer: software module for measurement and analysis of AC and DC voltages,

3 OPERATING THE CMC 256

3.1 System Components

y CMC 256 with (mains) power cable

y Connecting cable CMC 256 PC (provided)

y Connecting cable CMC 256 test object

3.2 Starting the Test System

Connecting the System Components:

Figure 3-1:Connecting the

4 SETUP AND FUNCTION

Test Software running on PC

y controls the test signals

y processes measurement data

y generates data entries

CMC 256 test set

y creates test signals (currents, voltages, binary signals)

y supplies DC-current to test object

Main block diagram of the

DC DC BINARY OUTPUT ANALOG DC INPUTS BINARY/ANALOG INPUT

Main Group 1 2 3 4 UDC IDC 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10

Control AUX DC 0...264VDC

ext. Interf. LL out

4.1.1 Voltage Output (Voltage Amplifier)

Protecting the Voltage Outputs

Overload Warning Flagged in the Software

4.1.2 Current Output (Current Amplifier)

Figure 4-3: CURRENT OUTPUT A

Protecting the Current Outputs

Overload Warning Flagged in the Software