AMETEK ReFlex User Manual

ReFlex Power™

Programming Manual

M380056-03 Rev M www.programmablepower.com

About AMETEK

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc., a Division of AMETEK, Inc., is a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision, programmable power supplies for R&D, test and measurement, process control, power bus simulation and power conditioning applications across diverse industrial segments. From bench top supplies to rack-mounted industrial power subsystems, AMETEK Programmable Power is the proud manufacturer of Elgar, Sorensen, California Instruments and Power Ten brand power supplies.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annualized sales of $2.5 billion. The Company has over 11,000 colleagues working at more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 80 sales and service centers in the United States and around the world.

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Date and Revision

May 2014 revision L

Part Number

M380056-03

Contact Information

Telephone: 800 733 5427 (toll free in North America) 858 450 0085 (direct)

Fax: 858 458 0267

Email: sales.ppd@ametek.com service.ppd@ametek.com

Web: www.programmablepower.com

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Important Safety Instructions

Before applying power to the system, verify that your product is configured properly for your particular application.

WARNING

Only qualified personnel who deal with attendant hazards in power supplies, are allowed to perform installation and servicing.

Ensure that the AC power line ground is connected properly to the Power Rack input connector or chassis. Similarly, other power ground lines including those to application and maintenance equipment must be grounded properly for both personnel and equipment safety.

Always ensure that facility AC input power is de-energized prior to connecting or disconnecting any cable. In normal operation, the operator does not have access to hazardous voltages within the chassis. However,

depending on the user’s application configuration, HIGH VOLTAGES HAZARDOUS TO HUMAN SAFETY may be normally generated on the output terminals. The customer/user must ensure that the output power lines are labeled properly as to the safety hazards and that any inadvertent contact with hazardous voltages is eliminated.

Guard against risks of electrical shock during open cover checks by not touching any portion of the electrical circuits. Even when power is off, capacitors may retain an electrical charge. Use safety glasses during open cover checks to avoid personal injury by any sudden component failure.

Neither AMETEK Programmable Power Inc., San Diego, California, USA, nor any of the subsidiary sales organizations can accept any responsibility for personnel, material or inconsequential injury, loss or damage that results from improper use of the equipment and accessories.

Hazardous voltages may be present when covers are removed. Qualified personnel must use extreme caution when servicing this equipment. Circuit boards, test points, and output voltages also may be floating above (below) chassis ground.

The equipment used contains ESD sensitive parts. When installing equipment, follow ESD Safety Procedures. Electrostatic discharges might cause damage to the equipment.

SAFETY SYMBOLS

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Product Family: ReFlex Power™

Warranty Period: One Year

WARRANTY TERMS

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc. (“AMETEK”), provides this written warranty covering the Product stated above, and if the Buyer discovers and notifies AMETEK in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period stated above, then AMETEK may, at its option: repair or replace the Product; or issue a credit note for the defective Product; or provide the Buyer with replacement parts for the Product.

The Buyer will, at its expense, return the defective Product or parts thereof to AMETEK in accordance with the return procedure specified below. AMETEK will, at its expense, deliver the repaired or replaced Product or parts to the Buyer. Any warranty of AMETEK will not apply if the Buyer is in default under the Purchase Order Agreement or where the Product or any part thereof:

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is damaged by misuse, accident, negligence or failure to maintain the same as specified or required by AMETEK;

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is damaged by modifications, alterations or attachments thereto which are not authorized by AMETEK;

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is installed or operated contrary to the instructions of AMETEK;

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is opened, modified or disassembled in any way without AMETEK’s consent; or

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is used in combination with items, articles or materials not authorized by AMETEK.

The Buyer may not assert any claim that the Products are not in conformity with any warranty until the Buyer has made all payments to AMETEK provided for in the Purchase Order Agreement.

PRODUCT RETURN PROCEDURE

1. Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the repair facility (must be done in the

country in which it was purchased):

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In the USA, contact the AMETEK Repair Department prior to the return of the product to AMETEK for repair:

Telephone: 800-733-5427, ext. 2295 or ext. 2463 (toll free North America) 858-450-0085, ext. 2295 or ext. 2463 (direct)

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Outside the United States, contact the nearest Authorized Service Center (ASC). A full listing can be found either through your local distributor or our website, www.programmablepower.com, by clicking Support and going to the Service Centers tab.

2. When requesting an RMA, have the following information ready:

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Model number

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Serial number

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Description of the problem

NOTE: Unauthorized returns will not be accepted and will be returned at the shipper’s expense. NOTE: A returned product found upon inspection by AMETEK, to be in specification is subject to an evaluation

fee and applicable freight charges.

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CONTENTS

1.1

1.2

1.3

REMOTE PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW ................................. 15

System Level Introduction ............................................................................. 15

Features and Functions ................................................................................ 15

ReFlex Power™ IVI-COM drivers ................................................................. 15

1.4

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.5

1.3.1 IVI-COM Drivers Installation ........................................................................... 16

1.3.2 IVI-COM Drivers Help .................................................................................... 16

ReFlex Power™ FIRMWARE COMPATIBILITY ........................................... 17

1.4.1 Firmware V3 Differences ................................................................................ 17

CONTROLLER MODULE REMOTE PROGRAMMING ............ 19

Introduction ................................................................................................... 19

Features and Functions ................................................................................ 19

Power-On Conditions and Address Configuration ......................................... 20

Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming ....................................... 20

2.4.1 Ethernet Connection Requirements................................................................ 20

2.4.2 Ethernet Setup Procedure .............................................................................. 21

2.4.3 Launching Ethernet Communication ............................................................... 22

ReFlex Power™ Ethernet Interface ............................................................... 24

2.5.1 Home Page ................................................................................................... 24

2.5.2 LOGIN Screen ............................................................................................... 25

2.5.3 IP Configuration ............................................................................................. 26

2.5.4 Security Page ................................................................................................ 29

2.5.5 Modules Page ................................................................................................ 32

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2.6

Launching Control Communication ............................................................... 33

2.6.1 Module Location Identification (Address) ........................................................ 35

2.6.2 Communication with the System .................................................................... 36

2.7

SCPI Command Operation ........................................................................... 36

2.7.1 Error/Event Queue ......................................................................................... 36

2.8

LXI™ and SCPI Conformance Information.................................................... 37

2.8.1 Parameter Definitions .................................................................................... 38

2.8.2 Numeric Data Dimensional Units .................................................................... 38

2.8.3 Conventions .................................................................................................. 38

2.8.4 Query Syntax ................................................................................................. 39

2.9

Common SCPI Commands ........................................................................... 40

2.10 EIB SCPI Commands.................................................................................... 41

2.10.1 EIB SCPI Command Summary ...................................................................... 41

2.10.2 EIB SCPI Command Reference ..................................................................... 41

2.11 SYSTEM:NETWORK SCPI Commands........................................................ 42

2.11.1 SYSTEM:NETWORK SCPI Command Summary ........................................... 42

2.11.2 SYSTEM:NETWORK SCPI Command Reference .......................................... 43

2.13 RFP Service Request.................................................................................... 44

2.13.1 Background ................................................................................................... 44

2.13.2 Theory of Operation ....................................................................................... 45

2.13.3 Event Status Register .................................................................................... 45

2.13.4 Protection Event Register .............................................................................. 45

2.13.5 Register Allocation ......................................................................................... 45

2.13.6 Execution time Operation ............................................................................... 46

2.13.7 SRQ related SCPI Commands ....................................................................... 47

2.13.8 Setting the SRQ bit in the STB, an example ................................................... 49

2.14 Trigger SCPI Commands .............................................................................. 50

2.14.1 TRIGGER SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 50

2.14.2 TRIGGER SCPI Command Reference ........................................................... 50

2.15 MEMORY SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 51

2.15.1 MEMORY SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 51

2.15.2 MEMORY SCPI Command Reference ........................................................... 51

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3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

DC MODULE REMOTE PROGRAMMING ............................... 53

Introduction ................................................................................................... 53

Features and Functions ................................................................................ 53

Power-On Conditions .................................................................................... 54

Error Codes .................................................................................................. 54

3.4.1 Error/Event Queue ......................................................................................... 54

3.5

Common SCPI Commands ........................................................................... 56

3.6

CALIBRATION SCPI Commands .................................................................. 57

3.6.1 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Summary ..................................................... 57

3.6.2 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Reference .................................................... 58

3.7

MEASURE SCPI Commands ........................................................................ 59

3.7.1 MEASURE SCPI Command Summary ........................................................... 59

3.7.2 MEASURE SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 59

3.8

OUTPUT SCPI Commands ........................................................................... 60

3.8.1 OUTPUT SCPI Command Summary .............................................................. 60

3.8.2 OUTPUT SCPI Command Reference ............................................................ 60

3.9

SOURCE SCPI Commands .......................................................................... 62

3.9.1 SOURCE SCPI Command Summary ............................................................. 62

3.9.2 SOURCE SCPI Command Reference ............................................................ 63

3.10 INPUT SCPI Commands ............................................................................... 64

3.10.1 INPUT SCPI Command Summary ................................................................. 64

3.10.2 INPUT SCPI Command Reference ................................................................ 64

3.11 STATUS SCPI Commands ........................................................................... 65

3.11.1 STATUS SCPI Command Summary .............................................................. 65

3.11.2 STATUS SCPI Command Reference ............................................................. 65

3.12 Trigger SCPI Commands and Lists ............................................................... 66

3.12.1 LIST and Trigger Command Operation........................................................... 66

3.13 Software Triggered Setpoints and Ramps .................................................... 78

3.13.1 Volt and Current Software Setpoints Command summary .............................. 78

3.13.2 Voltage and Current Software Ramps Command Summary ........................... 79

3.14 TRIGGER SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 81

3.14.1 TRIGGER SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 81

3.14.2 Trigger SCPI Command Reference ................................................................ 81

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3.15 LIST SCPI Commands .................................................................................. 82

3.15.1 LIST SCPI Command Summary ..................................................................... 82

3.15.2 LIST SCPI Command Reference ................................................................... 82

3.16 DC SYSTEM SCPI Commands..................................................................... 85

3.16.1 DC SYSTEM SCPI Command Summary ........................................................ 85

3.16.2 SYSTEM SCPI Command Reference ............................................................ 85

3.17 Examples of Using the SCPI Commands ...................................................... 86

AC MODULE REMOTE PROGRAMMING ............................... 89

4.1

Introduction ................................................................................................... 89

4.2

Features and Functions ................................................................................ 89

4.3

Power-On Conditions .................................................................................... 90

4.4

Error Codes .................................................................................................. 91

4.4.1 SCPI Error Codes .......................................................................................... 91

4.4.2 Error/Event Queue ......................................................................................... 92

4.5

Common SCPI Commands ........................................................................... 93

4.6

CALIBRATION SCPI Commands .................................................................. 94

4.6.1 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Summary ..................................................... 94

4.6.2 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Reference .................................................... 96

4.7

MEASURE SCPI Commands ........................................................................ 99

4.7.1 MEASURE SCPI Command Summary ........................................................... 99

4.7.2 MEASURE SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 99

4.8

OUTPUT SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 100

4.8.1 OUTPUT SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 100

4.8.2 OUTPUT SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 100

4.9

SOURCE SCPI Commands ........................................................................ 101

4.9.1 SOURCE SCPI Command Summary ........................................................... 101

4.9.2 SOURCE SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 102

4.10 STATUS SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 106

4.10.1 STATUS SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 106

4.10.2 STATUS SCPI Command Reference ........................................................... 106

4.11 SYSTEM SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 108

4.11.1 SYSTEM SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 108

4.11.2 SYSTEM SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 108

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4.12 EXAMPLE SCPI COMMANDs to set phase and parallel groups ................. 108

4.12.1 Examples Creating a Phase Group .............................................................. 108

4.12.2 Example creating a Parallel Group ............................................................... 109

LOAD MODULE REMOTE PROGRAMMING ........................ 111

5.1

Introduction ................................................................................................. 111

5.2

Features and Functions .............................................................................. 111

5.3

Power-On Conditions .................................................................................. 112

5.4

Error Codes ................................................................................................ 113

5.4.1 SCPI Error Codes ........................................................................................ 113

5.4.2 Error/Event Queue ....................................................................................... 113

5.5

Common SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 114

5.6

Calibration SCPI Commands ...................................................................... 115

5.6.1 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Summary ................................................... 115

5.6.2 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Reference .................................................. 116

5.7

MEASURE SCPI Commands ...................................................................... 117

5.7.1 MEASURE SCPI Commands Summary ....................................................... 117

5.7.2 MEASURE Commands Reference ............................................................... 117

5.8

INPUT SCPI Commands ............................................................................. 118

5.8.1 INPUT SCPI Command Summary ............................................................... 118

5.8.2 INPUT SCPI Command Reference .............................................................. 118

5.9

SOURCE SCPI Commands ........................................................................ 119

5.9.1 SOURCE SCPI Command Summary ........................................................... 119

5.9.2 SOURCE SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 119

5.10 STATUS SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 120

5.10.1 STATUS SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 120

5.10.2 STATUS SCPI Command Reference ........................................................... 120

5.11 SYSTEM SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 121

5.11.1 SYSTEM SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 121

5.11.2 SYSTEM SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 122

FIXED POWER DC REMOTE PROGRAMMING .................... 123

6.1

Introduction ................................................................................................. 123

6.2

Features and Functions .............................................................................. 123

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6.3

6.4

6.5

6.6

6.7

6.8

6.2.2 Power-On Conditions ................................................................................... 124

Error Codes ................................................................................................ 124

6.3.1 SCPI Error Codes ........................................................................................ 124

6.3.2 Error/Event Queue ....................................................................................... 125

Common SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 125

CALIBRATION SCPI Commands ................................................................ 126

6.5.1 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Summary ................................................... 126

6.5.2 CALIBRATION SCPI Command Reference .................................................. 127

OUTPUT SCPI Commands ......................................................................... 128

6.6.1 OUTPUT SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 128

6.6.2 OUTPUT SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 128

STATUS Commands .................................................................................. 129

6.7.1 STATUS SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 129

6.7.2 STATUS SCPI Command Reference ........................................................... 129

SYSTEM Commands .................................................................................. 129

6.8.1 SYSTEM SCPI Command Summary ............................................................ 129

6.8.2 SYSTEM SCPI Command Reference .......................................................... 129

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LIST OF TABLES

Table 2-1. Remote Power-On Conditions ....................................................................................... 20

Table 2-2. SCPI Error Codes ......................................................................................................... 37

Table 2-3. Parameter Definitions .................................................................................................... 38

Table 2-4. Numeric Data Units ....................................................................................................... 38

Table 2-5. Common SCPI Commands ........................................................................................... 40

Table 2-6. Module *TST? Error Response Bits .............................................................................. 40

Table 3-1. Remote Power-on Conditions........................................................................................ 54

Table 3-2. Common SCPI Commands ........................................................................................... 56

Table 3-3. Fault and Enable Register ............................................................................................. 65

Table 3-4. SCPI for Module Trigger Routing .................................................................................. 70

Table 3-5. Input Trigger Signal Specifications ............................................................................... 71

Table 3-6. Output Trigger Specifications ....................................................................................... 72

Table 3-7. Group Pulse Function ................................................................................................... 77

Table 3-8. Software Triggered Setpoints ....................................................................................... 79

Table 3-9. Software Ramps ............................................................................................................ 80

Table 4-1. Remote Power-On Conditions ....................................................................................... 90

Table 4-2. AC Enable Register 0 .................................................................................................. 107

Table 4-3. AC Enable Register 1 .................................................................................................. 107

Table 5-1. Load Power-on Conditions .......................................................................................... 112

Table 5-2. Enable Register ........................................................................................................... 121

Table 6-1. Remote Power-on Conditions...................................................................................... 124

Table 6-2. Faults / Enable Register .............................................................................................. 129

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 2-1. Ethernet Network Connection ..................................................................................... 21

Figure 2-2. Ethernet Direct Connection ......................................................................................... 22

Figure 2-3. LXI Discovery Browser Window .................................................................................. 23

Figure 2-4. ReFlex Power™ Ethernet Interface Home Page ......................................................... 24

Figure 2-5. LOGIN Page with Authorization warning ..................................................................... 25

Figure 2-6. IP CONFIGURATION Page, Default ........................................................................... 26

Figure 2-7. IP CONFIGURATION Static IP selected, but not yet applied. ..................................... 27

Figure 2-8. IP CONFIGURATION Page with Error Message for invalid IP Address ...................... 28

Figure 2-9. Security Page .............................................................................................................. 29

Figure 2-10. Security: Add New User ............................................................................................ 30

Figure 2-11. Security: Edit Existing User ....................................................................................... 31

Figure 2-12. MODULES Page Showing Installed Power Modules ................................................. 32

Figure 2-13. Net Test Window ........................................................................................................ 33

Figure 2-14. Query IP Address Example ........................................................................................ 34

Figure 2-15. Address Location and Chassis Configuration ............................................................. 35

Figure 2-16. Photo of Multi-Chassis ReFlex Power™ System ....................................................... 35

Figure 3-1. RFP Trigger Logic ........................................................................................................ 67

Figure 3-2. Fixed Mode Trigger Input ............................................................................................. 68

Figure 3-3. Module/Buss Trigger Input ........................................................................................... 69

Figure 3-4. Module/Buss Trigger Out ............................................................................................. 69

Figure 3-5. Trigger Signal Types ................................................................................................... 71

Figure 3-6. Output Trigger Timing ................................................................................................. 72

Figure 3-7. Trigger Input Responses ............................................................................................. 73

Figure 3-8. List Mode Logic ........................................................................................................... 74

Figure 3-9. Group Pulse Sequence ............................................................................................... 76

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WARNING

1.1

REMOTE PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW

SYSTEM LEVEL INTRODUCTION

This manual covers remote programming of the ReFlex Power™ system and should be used in conjunction with the ReFlex Power™ Operation Manual, M380056-01.This remote programming interface enables system operation from a computer via Ethernet, allowing full remote programming control and monitoring of all system modules, which include five basic types: the ReFlex Power™ Controller (RFPC), AC, DC, Active Load (AL) and Fixed Power modules. This programming manual is divided among sections addressing each module type, beginning with the RFPC and its set up and connection instructions for Ethernet control via SCPI commands. Set up includes installing IVI-COM driver files, connecting the control computer with the RFPC, and launching Ethernet and control communications. The remaining module types are addressed in subsequent sections, each with their applicable SCPI commands.

Avoid personal injury or damage to any part of the system, observe all electrical safety precautions described in the ReFlex Power™ operation manuals when operating a ReFlex Power™ system. When developing a program to control a ReFlex Power™ system, strictly adhere to connections instructions and avoid contact with the power module outputs.

1.2

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

Features and functions are as follows:

• SCPI compliant command set

• Field-upgradeable firmware for all modules via Ethernet

• System extensible up to eight Mainframes and ninety-six modules

• Configuration flexibility

1.3

REFLEX POWER™ IVI-COM DRIVERS

This programming manual was not written for users who will develop applications using the ReFlex Power™ IVI-COM (Interchangeable Virtual Instrument Component Object Model) drivers. However, it is a good supplement to help the developer understand the exact behavior of the

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hardware in response to the individual SCPI commands produced by the drivers.

The ReFlex Power™ IVI-COM drivers allow users to develop applications in Windows to control a ReFlex Power™ system in several programming languages and environments, including C++, VB 6.0, VB.Net, C# or Lab VIEW. The drivers also include an IVI-C wrapper for use with LabWindows or the C programming language.

1.3.1 IVI-COM

There are three ReFlex Power™ IVI-COM drivers for the ReFlex Power™ system, one each for DC, AC and Loads. They are available as three separate Windows .msi installation files on the CD-ROM (M380399-01) supplied with the unit, and must be installed in the following sequence:

1. Install the IVI Foundations shared components (must be accomplished first in order to successfully install the ReFlex Power™ IVI-COM drivers). You may either click the IVI Shared Components link at the bottom of the Downloads page at http://www.programmablepower.com/go/rfp_downloads, or go directly to http://www.ivifoundation.org/shared_components/Default.aspx, and choose between the .msi file or.exe file.

2. Install a VISA (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture) layer such as NI-VISA. Again, either click the VISA RTE link also at the bottom of the Downloads page, or go directly to http://www.ni.com/support/visa/.

3. Install the applicable driver files (AC, DC, Loads) located in the RFP_IVI-COM Drivers folder on the CD-ROM.

1.3.2 IVI-COM

The three IVI-COM drivers include extensive help files and sample applications. Once installation is complete, the help files and readme.txt will be available on your Start menu.

DRIVERS INSTALLATION

DRIVERS HELP

If you are not already familiar with IVI-COM drivers, it is strongly recommended that you read the entire “Getting Started with the IVI-COM Driver” section of the help files. This should answer all questions about installation, compliance, configuration, and development with IVI-COM. It also references several other good sources for information on IVI-COM development such as the IVI Foundation, National Instruments, and Pacific MindWorks Web sites.

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1.4

REFLEX POWER™ FIRMWARE COMPATIBILITY

With the release of firmware version 3.000.000 and higher, the controller firmware revision and the firmware in the power and load modules must be at the same major revision level. Thus, it is not possible to mix revision

2.000.000 and revision 3.000.000 assets. When powering up a system with

mixed revision assets installed, the red Fault LED will blink on a version 3 controller, if a version 2 module is detected. If a version 3 Module detects a version 2 controller, the Module’s red Fault LED will blink indicating the firmware miss-match. The *TST? response will also have an error bit set indicating miss-matched firmware.

RFP version 2 Modules can be upgraded to version 3, and version 3 modules can be downgraded to version 2.

The Order numbers for version 2 and version 3 Modules are different, contact Sales for further information.

1.4.1 F

Programmatically firmware version 3 is a superset of the functionality in V2. There are some differences because of new features that have been added, and some because of enhancements.

In general; non-setting related query commands now execute much faster, by as much as a second in some cases. As an example meas:volt? the response time is in the order of 10-15msec. The number of digits after the decimal point in a measure query response is now proportional to the module ratings, i.e. more digits on a 16 volt module and less on a 450 volt module.

AC Group operation can now be paced by the execution speed of the group rather than using fixed delays. See AC Module Group operation examples for details on command usage. An AC power measurement subsystem, and a transient upset event generator has been added. Control of CC Mode (as RMS current) has been added.

IRMWARE V3 DIFFERENCES

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2.1

CONTROLLER MODULE REMOTE PROGRAMMING

INTRODUCTION

This section covers the set up and remote programming of the ReFlex Power™ system Controller (RFPC). All SCPI commands for the ReFlex Power™ system will pass through the RFPC, which validates the command syntax and confirms that the target module(s) exist, before sending the command through. While most commands are intended for specific modules or module groups, some commands will affect the entire system, and others will return information from the RFPC.

The syntax of all SCPI commands implemented by the ReFlex Power™ system and documented in this manual, are either SCPI confirmed in the SCPI 1999.0 Specification, Volume 2: Command Reference, or they are customized commands not part of the SCPI definition but conform to SCPI syntax.

The design of the RFP System is based on a loosely coupled, multi-user, multi-processor, pre-emptive multitasking, and multi-threaded control system, composed of semi-autonomous modules. This allows multiple users to control various parts of the RFP system independently from each other. User coordination is required.

2.2

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

EATURES

EADBACK FUNCTIONS

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• SCPI compliant command set

• Field-upgradeable firmware via Ethernet

• Support for 96 modules

• Status and Accumulated Status registers

• Programming error codes

• Fault codes

• Manufacturer, power supply model, serial number, and firmware

version identification

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configuration.

2.3

POWER-ON CONDITIONS AND ADDRESS CONFIGURATION

Table 2-1 presents remote power-on conditions for the ReFlex Power™ Controller (RFPC).

Table 2-1. Remote Power-On Conditions

Condition Default

Off, can be enabled by command and IVI Driver

2.4

Service Request Capability

ETHERNET CONFIGURATION AND REMOTE PROGRAMMING

Operating the ReFlex Power™ system via the Controller module requires a computer with an Ethernet LAN connection. The Controller communication interface conforms to IEEE 802.3, commonly known as Ethernet 10 Base-T and 100 Base-T, and is Instrumentation) class C compliant.

™ (LAN eXtensions for

After installing the IVI-COM drivers (Section 1.3.1), begin the Ethernet connection and setup for communication.

2.4.1 E

For Ethernet connection between the ReFlex Power™ Controller module and the control computer, you will need:

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THERNET CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS

EnetTest.exe file located in the RFP Download folder on the ReFlex Power™ CD-ROM (P/N M380399-01) supplied with your product

LXI_Browser_setup.exe file (if you don’t know the IP address of the Controller module), which is also located in the RFP Download folder

RJ45-type connectors with Category 5 or 5e (Cat 5) cables:

o For a network connection, via local router, switch or hub, to

isolate the local nodes and segments from the rest of the network, use two straight-through cables.

o For a direct connection, if the control computer’s Ethernet

interface does not support Auto-MDIX, use a crossover cable to connect the control computer directly to the Controller module via their respective Net/LAN connectors.

Jumper plug to enable voltage output of each module as follows:

o For the ReFlex Power™ Controller module, you will need

either Loop-back Connector Assembly 5380509-01 or Cable Assembly 5380441-01 or –03.

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o For all other modules (power supplies and loads), you will

need either Loop-back Connector Assembly 5380508-01 or Cable Assembly 5380443-01 or-03.

2.4.2 E

The ReFlex Power™ Quick Reference Guide (M380056-04) is a condensed version of this procedure for Ethernet setup.

2. Disable the Remote Inhibit of the Controller module, by connecting their

3. Enable the voltage output of all other power supply and/or load

4. Create either a Network or direct connection between the control

THERNET SETUP PROCEDURE

With all power disabled, assemble your ReFlex Power™ system and main power connections according to the ReFlex Power™ Operation Manual, M380056-01.

discrete signals with a jumper plug that connects Pins 1 and 9 on the front panel interface connector, using either Loop-back Connector Assembly 5380509-01 or Cable Assembly 5380441-01 or –03.

modules by connecting their discrete signals with a jumper plug that connects Pins 1 and 6 on the front panel interface connector of each module, using either Loop-back Connector Assembly 5380508-01 or Cable Assembly 5380443-01 or-03.

computer and the ReFlex Power™ system, using Category 5 or 5e (Cat

5) cables with RJ45-type connectors, as follows:

Ethernet Network Connection

A Network connection via local router, or switch isolates the local nodes and segments from the rest of the Network, a hub does not. Use two straight through cables to connect the control computer and the ReFlex Power™ Controller from their respective Net/LAN connectors, to a local router, switch or hub (Figure 2-1). ReFlex Power™ Controller will DHCP if available from the network.

Figure 2-1. Ethernet Network Connection

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Direct Connection

If the control computer’s Ethernet interface does not support AutoMDIX, use a crossover cable to connect the control computer directly to the Controller module between their respective Net/LAN connectors (Figure 2-2). The factory default ReFlex Power™ Controller settings will select an AutoIP address, it will be in the 169.254.1-254.NNN range, if DHCP is not available, check the Control computer for proper settings.

Figure 2-2. Ethernet Direct Connection

5. Press the POWER switch on the Controller’s front panel to power on the system. Allow time for the system to boot.

6. Launch the Ethernet connection (Section 2.4.3), or go straight to the Net Test window to begin control communication (Section 2.6).

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AUNCHING ETHERNET COMMUNICATION

Once the Ethernet connection is made and the system is powered on, the Controller module’s LEDs, LAN and Con, are lit, and Net is lit during network traffic.

When there is no Network traffic, the Net LED is not lit. If the Con LED is not lit, the RFPC is not connected to a functioning

network. If the LAN LED is not lit, the RFPC does not have an active TCP/IP

address, it has detected that it cannot retrieve an IP address via DHCP, or if configured for a fixed IP address, the requested IP address is already in use, or the RFPC can’t initialize the Ethernet system for some reason.

Execute the LXI™_Browser_setup file located in the ReFlex Power executables folder on the ReFlex Power™ CD-ROM, M380399-01. This will bring up the LXI™ Discovery Browser interface (Figure 2-3), which will find and display the IP address of the ReFlex Power™ Controller module.

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Figure 2-3. LXI Discovery Browser Window

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2.5

REFLEX POWER™ ETHERNET INTERFACE

To bring up the ReFlex Power™ Ethernet Interface, in the LXI™ Discovery Browser, double click the IP address of the Controller module. This brings up that Controller module’s HOME page (Figure 2-4).

2.5.1 H

The ReFlex Power™ Ethernet interface HOME page displays the current information about the specific Controller module that you are connected to.

OME PAGE

Figure 2-4. ReFlex Power™ Ethernet Interface Home Page

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If you are not sure you are connected to the correct Controller module, e.g., multiple Controller modules were listed in the LXI™ Discovery Browser, click the SET button at the bottom of the HOME page (when clicked, the SET button becomes the CLEAR button). SET causes that Controller module’s LAN LED to blink for identification purposes. Click the CLEAR button to stop the blinking (CLEAR button changes back to SET).

The HOME page has links (tabs) to three other pages in the ReFlex Power™ Interface: IP CONFIGURATION, SECURITY and MODULES. Also, in the upper right area of the interface is the LOGIN button.

2.5.2 LOGIN

SCREEN

Click the LOGIN button to log in; clicking the IP CONFIGURATION tab also brings up the LOGIN page, but with an error message prompting you to log in (Figure 2-5).

Figure 2-5. LOGIN Page with Authorization warning

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With authorized log-in (default parameters: User ID = admin; Password = password), click the IP CONFIGURATION tab (Figure 2-6) where you can customize the Host Name and Description, and/or select Use a Static IP Address (Figure 2-7) to change IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS Server and Listening Port. Please ask your IT Administrator for support.

2.5.3 IP

CONFIGURATION

The default IP Address configuration is DHCP-enabled and Auto IP-enabled. If a DHCP server is not found, an address in the range of 169.254.[1 thru 254].[0 thru 255] will be selected. If there is no DHCP server on your local network, your PC must also be configured for Auto-IP for the RFP system to be discovered. For only DHCP, select “Obtain an IP Address Automatically” and deselect “Auto IP Enabled”). Click the APPLY button to set your inputs.

Figure 2-6. IP CONFIGURATION Page, Default

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