Internal RS-232 Interface
for XHR/XFR Series
Programmable DC Power
Supplies
RS232-XHR
RS232-XFR
RS232-XFR3
Operating Manual
Operating Manual for
Internal RS-232 Interface
for XHR 1000 Watt Series,
XFR 1200 Watt Series and
XFR 2800 Watt Series
Programmable DC
Power Supplies
Limited
Warranty
What does this warranty cover and how long does it last?
This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology, Inc. (“Xantrex”) and
covers defects in workmanship and materials in your RS-232 Interface Card. This
warranty lasts for a Warranty Period of 5 years from the date of purchase at point of
sale to you, the original end user customer.
What will Xantrex do?
Xantrex will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product free of charge,
provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the Warranty Period,
and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence of such a
defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty.
Xantrex will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned parts in performing
warranty repair and building replacement products. Xantrex reserves the right to use
parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement. If
Xantrex repairs or replaces a product, its warranty continues for the remaining
portion of the original Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return
shipment to the customer, whichever is greater. All replaced products and all parts
removed from repaired products become the property of Xantrex.
Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product, and return
shipment to the customer via a Xantrex-selected non-expedited surface freight
within the contiguous United States and Canada. Alaska and Hawaii are excluded.
Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments
outside of the contiguous United States and Canada.
How do you get service?
If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service, contact your merchant.
If you are unable to contact your merchant, or the merchant is unable to provide
service, contact Xantrex directly at:
Phone:604 422 8595
Toll Free North America:1 800 667 8422
Fax:604 421 3056
Email:info@xantrex.com
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Authorization Policy described in your product manual. For some products, Xantrex
maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call Xantrex or check
our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities.
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product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written
authorization by Xantrex.
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•The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of
sale to the end user, or
•The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment
manufacturer (OEM) status, or
•The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under
warranty
What does this warranty not cover?
This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs
related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer’s electrical
systems. This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any
defect in or damage to:
a.the product if it has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, physically
damaged or altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper
use or use in an unsuitable environment;
b.the product if it has been subjected to fire, water, generalized corrosion,
biological infestations, and high input voltage from lightning strikes;
c.the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized
service centers (hereafter “ASCs”);
d.the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by
another manufacturer;
e.the product if its original identification (trade-mark, serial number) markings
have been defaced, altered, or removed.
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InformationWITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, UNLESS
SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO BY IT IN WRITING, XANTREX
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WARNING:
Limitations
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Specifically, please note that this power supply is not intended for use in connection
with life support systems and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in
connection with any use of the product for such purposes.
Xantrex Technology, Inc.
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Canada V5A 4B5
Information
About Your
Power
Supply
Please record the following information when you first open your Power Supply
package:
Model Number______________________________________________
Serial Number______________________________________________
Exercise caution when using and calibrating a power supply. High energy levels
can be stored at the output voltage terminals on a power supply in normal
operation. In addition, potentially lethal voltages exist in the power circuit and on
the output and sense connectors of a power supply with a rated output greater
than 40 V. Filter capacitors store potentially dangerous energy for some time
after power is removed.
CAUTION
Operate the power supply in an environment free of flammable gases or fumes.
To ensure that the power supply’s safety features are not compromised, use the
power supply as specified in this manual and do not substitute parts or make any
unauthorized modifications. Contact the service technician for service and repair
help. Repairs must be made by experienced service technicians only.
Warnings,
Cautions,
and Notes
Warnings, cautions, and notes are defined and formatted in this manual as shown
below.
WARNING
Describes a potential hazard which could result in injury or death, or, a procedure
which, if not performed correctly, could result in injury or death.
CAUTION
Describes a procedure which, if not performed correctly, could result in damage
to data, equipment, or systems.
Note
Describes additional operating information which may affect the performance of the
equipment.
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About This Manual
This technical manual is for the RS-232 Interface; a microprocessor-controlled
option card for all models of XFR Series and XHR Series DC output power supplies.
This manual provides you with specifications, user options, and configuration
instructions for the interface, along with a command set which allows you to control
your power supply from a computer console. Error messages and calibration
procedures are also included.
This manual is designed for the user who is familiar with basic electrical theory
especially as it applies to the operation of power supplies. This implies a recognition
of Constant Voltage and Constant Current operation modes and the control of input
and output power, as well as the observance of safe techniques while effecting
supply or pin connections and any changes in switch settings. The user should also
have experience with a computer-based communications software package.
Refer to your power supply manual for installation, configuration, and operating
procedures for your power supply.
Main Sections
Section 1 Features and SpecificationsDescribes the interface and lists its
features and specifications.
Section 2 Installation and ConfigurationGoes through basic setup
procedures. Describes inspection, cleaning, shipping, and storage procedures.
Section 3 OperationLists the complete command set, status registers, and error
codes.
Section 4 CalibrationProvides detailed procedures for voltage and current
mode calibration as well as over voltage protection (OVP) calibration. Includes
calibration for programming and readback accuracy.
Manual Revisions
The current release of this manual is listed below. Updates may be issued as an
addendum.
Release 3.1 (2002-06)
Release 3.1vii
About This Manual
viii Operating Manual for RS-232 for XHR/XFR Series Power Supply
Voltage Calibration Setup56
Voltage Program Calibration Procedure56
Voltage Readback Calibration Procedure57
Current Mode Calibration58
Current Calibration Setup58
Current Program Calibration Procedure58
Current Readback Calibration Procedure59
Over Voltage Protection (OVP) Calibration60
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Section 1. Features and Specifications
Description
The RS-232 Interface is a microprocessor-controlled option card for all models of
the XHR series and XFR series of DC output power supply. Installed internally, the
RS-232 interface card gives you remote digital control of simple test systems. It
features fast, 16-bit resolution for programming and readback and uses bit serial
protocol for sending data between the computer and the interface. The RS-232
interface has an extensive command set and uses most of the user-programmable
features employed by all of our interfaces.
In addition to the RS-232 port and its interface, this remote control application
requires a computer-based communications software package such as PROCOMM,
XTALK, Windows Terminal Program, equivalent communications software, or low
level or high level language programs. The RS-232 interface is an ideal tool for
reliable, remote power supply control of both research and development
applications.
Figure 1.1 Sample Configuration using RS232 Interface
(1200 Watt DC Power Supplies Shown)
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Features and Specifications
Features and Functions
Features and Functions
Features•16-bit programming and readback of voltage and current
•Programmable soft limits for voltage and current
•Programmable over voltage protection with reset
•Easy-to-use, self-documenting command set
•Standardized commands for complete communication with any of the supplies
in the system
•User-programmable isolated fault, polarity, isolation, and auxiliary,
user-defined output signals.
•LED status signals: error, address, remote/local operation, and over voltage
protection.
•Foldback in CV or CC mode with reset
•Software calibration
Programmable
Functions
Readback
Functions
•Output voltage and current
•Soft limits for voltage and current
•Over voltage protection
•Output enable/disable
•Maskable fault interrupt
•Hold and trigger
•Output relay signals
•Actual voltage and current
•Voltage and current settings
•Soft voltage and current limits
•Over voltage protection setting
•Present and accumulated power supply status
•Programming error codes
•Fault codes
•Power supply model and software version identification
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Specifications
Features and Specifications
Specifications
The specifications in this section are warranted at 25°C ±5°C unless otherwise
specified. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Table 1.1
Specifications for XFR 1200 W Series Supply with RS-232 Interface Installed (7.5 V to 40 V)
Models7.5-14012-10020-6035-3540-30
Program Resolution
Voltage
Current
OVP
Program Accuracy
Voltage
Current
OVP
1.2mV
18.3mA
1.2mV
1
10mV
±0.12%
500mA
±0.1%
80mV
3.1mV
7.1mA
3.1mV
75mV
±0.12%
250mA
±0.1%
200mV
5.1mV
4.7mA
5.1mV
75mV
±0.12%
165mA
±0.15%
330mV
5.4mV
5.4mA
5.4mV
75mV
±0.3%
200mA
±0.1%
350mV
6.2mV
3.6mA
6.2mV
75mV
±0.3%
140mA
±0.15%
400mV
Readback Resolution
Voltage
Current
Readback Accuracy
Voltage
Current
1. Apply accuracy specifications according to the following voltage program accuracy example:
Set a model 20-60 power supply to 10 volts.
The expected result will be within the range of 10 volts ± 75mV ± 0.12% of the set voltage of 10 volts.
1
1.2mV
18.3mA
30mV
±0.12%
500mA
±0.1%
3.1mV
7.1mA
75mV
±0.12%
250mA
±0.1%
5.1mV
4.7mA
75mV
±0.2%
165mA
±0.15%
5.4mV
5.4mA
75mV
±0.3%
200mA
±0.1%
6.2mV
3.6mA
75mV
±0.3%
140mA
±0.15%
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Features and Specifications
Specifications
Table 1.2
Specifications for XFR 1200 W Series Supply with RS-232 Interface Installed (60 V to 600 V)
Models60-20100-12150-8300-4600-2
Program Resolution
Voltage
Current
OVP
Program Accuracy
Voltage
Current
OVP
9.3mV
2.6mA
9.3mV
1
150mV
±0.25%
120mA
±0.1%
600mV
15.5mV
1.5mA
15.5mV
150mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
1.0V
23.2mV
1.0mA
23.2mV
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
1.5V
46.4mV
0.5mA
46.4mV
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
3.0V
92.7mV
0.3mA
92.7mV
300mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
6V
Readback Resolution
Voltage
Current
Readback Accuracy
Voltage
Current
1. Apply accuracy specifications according to the following voltage program accuracy example:
Set a model 20-60 power supply to 10 volts.
The expected result will be within the range of 10 volts ± 75mV ± 0.12% of the set voltage of 10 volts.
1
9.3mV
2.6mA
150mV
±0.25%
120mA
±0.1%
15.5mV
1.5mA
150mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
23.2mV
1.0mA
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
46.4mV
0.5mA
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
92.7mV
0.3mA
300mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
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Features and Specifications
Specifications
Table 1.3
Specifications for XFR 2800 W Series Supply with RS-232 Interface Installed (7.5 V to 40 V)
Models7.5-30012-22020-13033-8540-70
Program Resolution
Voltage
Current
OVP
Program Accuracy
Voltage
Current
OVP
1.2mV
11.3mA
1.2mV
1
10mV
±0.12%
300mA
±0.15%
75mV
3.1mV
4.3mA
3.1mV
75mV
±0.12%
165mA
±0.15%
200mV
5.1mV
2.6mA
5.1mV
75mV
±0.12%
120mA
±0.15%
330mV
5.1mV
13.0mA
5.1mV
75mV
±0.3%
425mA
±0.1%
330mV
6.2mV
2.2mA
6.2mV
75mV
±0.3%
110mA
±0.15%
400mV
Readback Resolution
Voltage
Current
Readback Accuracy
Voltage
Current
1. Apply accuracy specifications according to the following voltage program accuracy example:
Set a model 20-130 power supply to 10 volts.
The expected result will be within the range of 10 volts ± 75mV ± 0.12% of the set voltage of 10 volts.
1
1.2mV
11.3mA
10mV
±0.12%
300mA
±0.15%
3.14mV
4.3mA
75mV
±0.12%
165mA
±0.15%
5.1mV
2.6mA
75mV
±0.2%
120mA
±0.15%
5.1mV
13.0mA
75mV
±0.3%
425mA
±0.1%
6.2mV
2.2mA
75mV
±0.3%
110mA
±0.15%
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Features and Specifications
Specifications
Table 1.4
Specifications for XFR 2800 W Series Supply with RS-232 Interface Installed (60 V to 600 V)
Models60-46100-28150-18300-9600-4
Program Resolution
Voltage
Current
OVP
Program Accuracy
Voltage
Current
OVP
9.3mV
1.4mA
9.3mV
1
150mV
±0.3%
80mA
±0.1%
600mV
15.5mV
0.9mA
15.5mV
150mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
1.0V
23.2mV
0.6mA
23.2mV
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
1.5V
46.4mV
0.3mA
46.4mV
225mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
3.0V
92.7mV
0.2mA
92.7mV
300mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
6V
Readback Resolution
Voltage
Current
Readback Accuracy
Voltage
Current
1. Apply accuracy specifications according to the following voltage program accuracy example:
Set a model 20-130 power supply to 10 volts.
The expected result will be within the range of 10 volts ± 75mV ± 0.12% of the set voltage of 10 volts
9.3mV
1.4mA
1
150mV
±0.3%
80mA
±0.1%
15.5mV
0.9mA
150mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
23.2mV
0.6mA
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
46.4mV
0.3mA
225mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
92.7mV
0.2mA
300mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
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Features and Specifications
Specifications
Table 1.5
Specifications for XHR 1000 W Series Supply with RS-232 Interface Installed (7.5 V to 60 V)
Models7.5-13020-5033-3340-2560-18
Program Resolution
Voltage
Current
OVP
Program Accuracy
Voltage
Current
OVP
1.2mV
18.3mA
1.2mV
1
10mV
±0.12%
500mA
±0.1%
80mV
3.1mV
7.1mA
3.1mV
75mV
±0.12%
250mA
±0.1%
200mV
5.1mV
4.7mA
5.1mV
75mV
±0.12%
165mA
±0.1%
330mV
6.2mV
3.6mA
6.2mV
75mV
±0.3%
140mA
±0.15%
400mV
9.3mV
2.6mA
9.3mV
150mV
±0.25%
120mA
±0.1%
600mV
Readback Resolution
Voltage
Current
Readback Accuracy
Voltage
Current
1. Apply accuracy specifications according to the following voltage program accuracy example:
Set a model 20-50 power supply to 10 volts.
The expected result will be within the range of 10 volts ± 50mV ± 0.12% of the set voltage of 10 volts.
1
1.2mV
18.3mA
30mV
±0.12%
500mA
±0.1%
3.1mV
7.1mA
75mV
±0.12%
250mA
±0.1%
5.1mV
4.7mA
75mV
±0.2%
165mA
±0.15%
6.2mV
3.6mA
75mV
±0.3%
140mA
±0.15%
9.3mV
2.6mA
150mV
±0.25%
120mA
±0.1%
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Features and Specifications
Specifications
Table 1.6
Specifications for XHR 1000 W Series Supply with RS-232 Interface Installed (100 V to 600 V)
Models100-10150-7300-3.5600-1.7
Program Resolution
Voltage
Current
OVP
Program Accuracy
Voltage
Current
OVP
15.5mV
1.5mA
15.5mV
1
150mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
1.0V
23.2mV
1.0mA
23.2mV
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
1.5V
46.4mV
0.5mA
46.4mV
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
3.0V
92.7mV
0.3mA
92.7mV
300mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
6V
Readback Resolution
Voltage
Current
Readback Accuracy
Voltage
Current
1. Apply accuracy specifications according to the following voltage program accuracy example:
Set a model 20-50 power supply to 10 volts.
The expected result will be within the range of 10 volts ± 50mV ± 0.12% of the set voltage of 10 volts.
1
15.5mV
1.5mA
150mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
23.2mV
1.0mA
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
46.4mV
0.5mA
225mV
±0.35%
80mA
±0.1%
92.7mV
0.3mA
300mV
±0.35%
75mA
±0.1%
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