4.7
Rear Panel LAN
4.7.1
Introduction
The Local Area Network (LAN) connection for the
to remotely program, measure and check status of the power supply.
A computer web page browser can be used to operate the power supply through a built-in web
page server. For applications, including factory and test automation, communication is made using
several standard network protocols and instrument commands.
4.7.1.1
Feature Summary
Communicate over any standard TCP/IP network
LAN (Local Area Network)
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WAN (Wide Area Network)
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Communicate worldwide using the Internet.
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Web page is viewable with any web page browser (i.e. Microsoft Internet Explorer)
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Configurable network connection settings.
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Active web page (GUI) that programs and reads the power supply output and status.
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Security settings to block multiple controllers and risky protocols.
Optional password protection to prevent unauthorized operation.
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LAN protocols
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VISA, Telnet, TCP and UDP sockets are supported.
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VXI-11 Discovery and PING server are supported.
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ARP, DNS, mDNS and DNS-SD connectivity protocols are supported.
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1.5
Device Specification 2016
Full remote programming functions
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Uses SCPI command language, an instrumentation standard. Refer to section 4.12.
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Compatible with VISA drivers and all the test & measurement utilities.
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TCP and UDP sockets that support PLCs, Linux and other non-VISA controllers.
Front Panel features
View IP and MAC address on front panel or via communication commands.
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Set the complete IP address on front panel or via communication command.
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LAN Reset on front panel or via communication command.
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Option for user to remotely "Blink" the front panel to locate the Master power supply in a rack.
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power supply series allows the user
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