User and Programming Manual - Rev P California Instruments1. IntroductionThis instruction manual contains information on the installation, operation, calibration andmaintenance of the RP Series AC power source.1.1. General DescriptionThe 801RP/1251RP AC source is a high efficiency, light weight 800VA or 1250VAprogrammable AC power source. The output has two voltage ranges of 0-135V or 0-270Vwith a frequency range of 16 Hz to 500 Hz. The maximum output current for the 1251RP is9.2 amps on 135 volts range and 4.6 amps on 270 volts range.The maximum output current for the 801RP is 6 amps on 135 volt range and 3 amps on 270volts range.The universal nominal input can be from 100 volts to 240 volts at 50 Hz or 60 Hz linefrequency.Simple front panel controls enable the voltage, current limit and frequency to be changed.An optional RS232C and IEEE 488 interface is available for applications that require remotecontrol and measurements.RP Series October 2005 1