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Ametek ASTDC60D1C-E00 Programming Manual

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  • Page 1 Asterion DC Series RS232, USB, Ethernet and IEEE 488.2 Programming Manual M330461-01 Rev A www.programmablepower.com...
  • Page 2 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.
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  • Page 4 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.
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  • Page 6 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: is damaged by misuse, accident, negligence or failure to maintain the same as specified or required by AMETEK;...
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  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Asterion DC Series Programming CONTENTS OVERVIEW ................. 1-1 Introduction ..................... 1-1 RS232 Interface....................1-1 USB Interface ....................1-2 Ethernet Interface ................... 1-2 IEEE 488.2 GPIB Interface ................1-2 FEATURES, FUNCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS ....2-1 Introduction ..................... 2-1 Features of RS232 interface ................2-1 Features of USB interface ................
  • Page 9 Asterion DC Series Programming Contents ETHERNET CONFIGURATION AND REMOTE PROGRAMMING 6-6 Introduction ....................6-6 Ethernet/LAN Configuration ................6-6 6.2.1 Ethernet Configuration Factory Defaults ........... 6-7 Rear Panel ..................... 6-7 Ethernet Setup Procedure ................6-8 6.4.1 Network Setup Using DHCP Server ..........6-8 6.4.2 Network Setup Using Auto-IP (Direct Connection between Asterion power Supply and PC using Cross cable) ............
  • Page 10 Contents Asterion DC Series Programming 8.5.5 Trigger-In & Trigger Out ..............8-24 Remote Output On/Off Control ..............8-24 8.6.1 Remote Output ON/OFF by Contact Closure ........8-24 8.6.2 Remote Output ON/OFF Control by External Source ...... 8-25 RS232/ETHERNET/ IEEE 488.2 GPIB AND SCPI COMMAND OPERATION ..............
  • Page 11 Asterion DC Series Programming Contents 9.13.2 STATUS SCPI Command Reference ..........9-38 9.14 Examples of Using the SCPI Commands ............. 9-38 9.14.1 VI Mode Example ................9-38 9.14.2 OVP Setup Example ............... 9-39 9.14.3 Trigger Example ................9-40 9.14.4 Ramp I Example ................9-40 9.14.5 Ramp V Example 2.................
  • Page 12 Contents Asterion DC Series Programming LIST OF TABLES Table 4–1. RS-232C Interface Connector Type ............4-2 Table 4–2. RS-232C Interface Connector Pinout ............4-2 Table 4–3. RS-232C Interface Connector Pinout ............4-3 Table 8–1. Analog Programming Connector, Designations and Functions ....8-9 Table 8–2.
  • Page 13 Asterion DC Series Programming Contents LIST OF FIGURES Figure 3-1. Local/Remote Screen ................3-1 Figure 3-2. Dashboard Screen ..................3-1 Figure 3-3. Local Lockout Screen ................3-2 Figure 3-4. Home-Screen..................... 3-2 Figure 4-1. Rear Panel – RS232 Interface ..............4-1 Figure 4-2.
  • Page 14 Contents Asterion DC Series Programming Figure 8-9 Remote Current Programming Using 4-20mA Source ....... 8-16 Figure 8-10 Remote Voltage Programming Using 4-20mA Source ......8-16 Figure 8-11 Remote Power Programming Using 4-20mA Source ....... 8-17 Figure 8-12 Remote Overvoltage Programming Using DC Voltage Source ....8-18 Figure 8-13 External Isolation and Polarity Relay interface to Control interface ..
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  • Page 17: Overview

    OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION This manual provides instructions for remote programming control and monitoring for Asterion DC power Supplies. For easy navigation to the applicable instructions, this manual separates RS232, USB, IEEE 488.2 GPIB and Ethernet setup instructions. The instructions then converge where they are common to all three interface options. See Section 1.2, Section 1.3, Section 1.4 and Section 1.5 for orientation.

  • Page 18: Usb Interface

    Overview Asterion DC Series Programming USB INTERFACE If you are using the USB interface, go to: • 2 for Features, Functions and Specifications • 3 for Remote/Local Selection • 5 for USB Configuration and Remote Programming • 7 for Remote Analog Programming and External user control interface •...

  • Page 19: Features, Functions And Specifications

    FEATURES, FUNCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS INTRODUCTION This section introduces the features, functions and specifications for RS232, USB, Ethernet and IEEE 488.2 GPIB. Programmable, readback functions and specifications are applicable to all the communication interfaces. FEATURES OF RS232 INTERFACE • Programming and readback of voltage and current •...

  • Page 20: Features Of Ethernet Interface

    Features, Functions and Specifications Asterion DC Series Programming • Rear panel Remote Analog Programming and External user control interface (Common to all interfaces) FEATURES OF ETHERNET INTERFACE • Ethernet/LAN connectivity, 10/100base-T compatible • Fully ™ (LAN eXtensions for Instrumentation) class C compliant •...

  • Page 21: Readback Functions

    Series Programming Remote/Local Selection Asterion DC • Maskable fault interrupt • Hold and trigger • External relay control. • Full calibration READBACK FUNCTIONS The below functions are common to all communication interfaces (RS232, IEEE 488.2 GPIB and Ethernet). • Actual measured voltage and current •...

  • Page 22: Readback Resolution

    Features, Functions and Specifications Asterion DC Series Programming Readback Resolution 2.8.3 Voltage: ± 0.012% of full scale Current: ± 0.012% of full scale Power: ± 0.012% of full scale Readback Accuracy 2.8.4 Voltage: ± (0.1% of full scale output voltage) Current: ±...

  • Page 23: Remote/Local Selection

    REMOTE/LOCAL SELECTION INTRODUCTION This section describes the various mode of operations available in the front panel. Remote mode: 3.1.1 • Unit can be set to Remote mode by Sending the command SYST:LOCAL 0 using any of the interface available on the unit (RS232,USB,LAN, GPIB). •...

  • Page 24: Local Lock Out Mode

    Remote/Local Selection Asterion DC Series Programming Local Lock out Mode: 3.1.2 • Using the interface available on the unit (RS232, USB, LAN, GPIB), Sending the command SYST:LOCAL:LOCK will change the unit to Local Lock out mode. Figure 3-3. Local Lockout Screen •...
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  • Page 27: Rs232 Configurations And Remote Programming

    RS232 CONFIGURATIONS AND REMOTE PROGRAMMING REAR PANEL This section provides illustration of the Asterion DC power supply’s rear panel layout, which differs among the Asterion DC power supply’s models. For example, refer to Figure 4-1 . Regardless of the layout, the component functions are common across all models and those that are pertinent to the RS232 options are described here.

  • Page 28: Table 4-1. Rs-232C Interface Connector Type

    RS232 Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming Figure 4-2. RS-232C Interface Connector Connector Type RS-232C Interface 9-contact receptacle (female) Subminiature-D. Table 4–1. RS-232C Interface Connector Type Pin # Name DCE Signal Direction Transmit Data Output Receive Data Input Common Request to Send Input...

  • Page 29: Rs232 Setup Procedure

    Series Programming RS232 Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC RS232 Setup Procedure 4.2.2 This section provides a quick reference for the configuration requirements for RS232. Parameter Setting Notes Baud Rate Selectable from 9600 to 115200 The baud rate is selectable through the front panel Data Bits Not Selectable...

  • Page 30: Figure 4-3. Rs232 Communications Cable Pinout

    RS232 Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming TxD-Transmit RxD-Receive RTS-Request to Send CTS-Clear to Send Figure 4-3. RS232 Communications Cable Pinout 2. Connect power to the unit and turn on the unit. 3. The baud rate is selectable through the front panel, see Figure 4-4. Change the baud rate for RS232 to 9600.

  • Page 31: Figure 4-5. Port Setting In Tera Term

    Series Programming RS232 Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC 5. Use one of the available programs for serial communication, such as Tera Term. If you choose to use Tera Term: 6. Select serial option in the Tera term window and select the port as COM1 and press OK.

  • Page 32: Figure 4-7. Terminal Option In Tera Term

    RS232 Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming 9. Select the Terminal from the Tera Term. (Refer to Figure 4-7) Figure 4-7. Terminal option in Tera Term 10. Change the settings as per the below screen shot. (Refer to Figure 4-8) Figure 4-8.
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  • Page 35: Usb Configurations And Remote Programming

    USB CONFIGURATIONS AND REMOTE PROGRAMMING REAR PANEL This section provides illustration of the Asterion DC power supply’s rear panel layout, which differs among the Asterion DC models. For example, (Refer to Figure 5- 1). Regardless of the layout, the component functions are common across all models and those that are pertinent to the USB options are described here.

  • Page 36: Usb Setup Procedure

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming USB SETUP PROCEDURE Port Number Identification 5.2.1 Port Number of the Asterion DC power supply can be identified in the device manager by following the steps below: 1. Navigate to device manager in the windows system. 2.

  • Page 37: Communication Test Using Serial Interface Program

    Asterion DC Series Programming Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Communication test using serial interface program 5.2.2 Use one of the available programs for serial communication, such as Tera Term. If you choose to use Tera Term: 2. Select serial option in the Tera Term window and select the port identified in the device manager and press OK.
  • Page 38 Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming 5. Select the Terminal from the Tera Term. (Refer to Figure 5- 5) Figure 5- 5 Terminal selection in Tera Term 6. Change the settings. (Refer to Figure 5- 6) Figure 5- 6 Terminal setup in Tera Term 7.
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  • Page 40: Ethernet Configuration And Remote Programming

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming ETHERNET CONFIGURATION AND REMOTE PROGRAMMING INTRODUCTION This section covers the Remote Programming Ethernet Interface for the Asterion DC power supply. This configuration enables you to operate Asterion DC power supply from a computer via Ethernet IEEE-802.3 communication protocol, with SCPI- compatible language, allowing full remote programming control and monitoring of your power supply.

  • Page 41: Ethernet Configuration Factory Defaults

    Asterion DC Series Programming Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Ethernet Configuration Factory Defaults 6.2.1 PARAMETER DEFAULT Host Name AST<base model>-<last four digits of serial number> Description AST Power Supply <base model> * DHCP-acquired, If DHCP server absent, assigned via IP Address Auto-IP * DHCP-acquired, If DHCP server absent, assigned via Subnet Mask...

  • Page 42: Ethernet Setup Procedure

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming ETHERNET SETUP PROCEDURE There are three ways to setup the Ethernet network in the Asterion series power supply. • Network setup using DHCP Server • Network Setup using Auto-IP (Direct Connection between Asterion power supply and PC using Cross cable) •...

  • Page 43: Figure 6-4. Lan Screen (Settings)

    Asterion DC Series Programming Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming 6.4.1.2 DHCP MODE SELECTION USING SERIAL INTERFACE 1. Connect using a computer serial communications program such as Tera Term and establish communication as described in section 4.2.2. 2. Turn ON DHCP mode using the SCPI command, SYST:NET:DHCPMODE 1. 3.

  • Page 44: Network Setup Using Auto-Ip (Direct Connection Between Asterion Power Supply And Pc Using Cross Cable)

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming Figure 6-5. RS232 Screen (Settings) 5. The Asterion power supply hardware is now configured. Open Web browser and enter the IP address of the power supply to view the Home page of the power supply.

  • Page 45: Network Setup Using Static Ip

    Asterion DC Series Programming Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming 9. Identify the IP address assigned to the power supply by following ways. a. Discovering it with a VXI-11 compliant discover program. b. Using front panel and navigating to Home  Control Interface  LAN  LAN Settings.

  • Page 46: Raw Socket Interface

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming 6.4.3.2 TATIC SETUP USING THE SERIAL INTERFACE 1. Connect using a computer serial communications program such as Tera Term, set for the same baud as Asterion DC power supply (Refer to Figure 6-5) no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit.

  • Page 47: Web Server

    ETHERNET WEB PAGES, OVERVIEW The layout of each of the Web pages includes the banner showing the Model (e.g AST 60/125), Manufacturer (AMETEK Programmable Power), AMETEK Logo and the Device name (e.g. LXI-ASTDC60-125D1C-E00). Below the Asterion DC power supply banner are four tabs, each linked to its corresponding page. Refer to Figure 6-8.

  • Page 48: Home

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming Home 6.5.1 This is the default, information-only page (see Figure 6-10). It displays all the current information about the supply that you are connected to: Figure 6-10. Asterion DC power Supply Home Page •...

  • Page 49: Ip Configuration

    Asterion DC Series Programming Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming • Gateway: IP address through which the instrument communicates with systems that are not on the local subnet. • Firmware Version: the version of the firmware that is currently installed. • Device Identify: When set button is pressed the following screen will appear.
  • Page 50 Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming To change: Type the new name (15 characters maximum) in the blank field provided and click Apply to update (or make all desired changes before clicking Apply). Description: you may change the default factory setting to something more meaningful to your current setup.

  • Page 51: Interactive Control

    Asterion DC Series Programming Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Interactive Control 6.5.3 This web page allows to input a properly formatted SCPI command (refer to Section 9). Click on Send Command button to send the command to the Asterion DC power Supply.

  • Page 52: Lxi Identification

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming LXI Identification 6.5.4 The LXI Identification web page displays the LXI parameters of the Asterion DC Power Supply (Refer to Figure 6-14). Figure 6-14. LXI Identification Page M330461-01 Rev A 6-18...
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  • Page 54: Ieee 488.2 Gpib Configurations And Remote

    Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming Asterion DC Series Programming IEEE 488.2 GPIB CONFIGURATIONS AND REMOTE PROGRAMMING REAR PANEL This section provides illustrations of the Asterion DC power supply’s rear panel layout, which differs among the Asterion DC models. For example, see Figure 7-1. Regardless of the layout, the component functions are common across all models, and those that are pertinent to the IEEE488.2 GPIB(Optional) options are described here.

  • Page 55: Remote Programming Via Ieee488.2 Gpib Connector

    Asterion DC Series Programming Ethernet Configuration and Remote Programming REMOTE PROGRAMMING VIA IEEE488.2 GPIB CONNECTOR Address Selection 7.2.1 GPIB address for unit can be (1-30). SCPI reserves channel 0 as the global channel to address all channels. Asterion DC power supply’s GPIB address can be configured by using the front panel menu, Refer to Figure 7-2.
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  • Page 57: Remote Analog Programming And External User

    REMOTE ANALOG PROGRAMMING AND EXTERNAL USER CONTROL INTERFACE CONNECTOR INTRODUCTION This section provides illustrations of the Asterion DC power supply’s rear panel layout, which differs among the Asterion DC models. For example, Refer to Figure 8-1. Regardless of the layout, the component functions are common across all models and those that are pertinent to the Remote Analog Programming and External user control Interface Connector is described here.

  • Page 58: Figure 8-2 Remote Analog Programming And External User Control Interface Connector Pin-Out

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Figure 8-2 Remote Analog Programming and External User Control Interface Connector Pin-Out Signal Type Description Isolated remote-control input for output on/off with an applied AC/DC voltage source. A positive (+) 6-120 VDC or an AC input of 12- 240 VAC will enable (turn-on) the output of the supply.
  • Page 59 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Note: Do not exceed an input of 25 VDC This remote-control input can be configured to take 4- 20 mA current input for output voltage programming. Uses same signal return pin 18 for 4- 20 mA input type also. Range: 4 mA to 20 mA for 0 to full scale rated Output Input impedance: 500 Ω, typical Remote control input for overvoltage programming using...
  • Page 60 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Voltage Rating: Maximum 24 V, Minimum -5V Low state 0.3 V max, High State 2.7 V min. User digital input, function to be assigned by user. Signal connects to Open-anode of opto-isolator diode with 1kΩ...
  • Page 61 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming RETURN FOR Return/GND. Internally, pins 12, 14, 15 18, 22, 28, 29, 36, USER USER_POWER_RTN 40, and 41 are kept at the same DC potential. POWER INPUT Dedicated Return for pins 1 and 31 (ISO HV ON/OFF and RETURN FOR ISOTTLON/OFF).
  • Page 62 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Signal return: Pin 22, Circuit is electrically connected to the output power negative terminal Range: 0 V to 10 V corresponds to 0-100% full-scale output. IMON range at full scale output can be modified using SCPI command.
  • Page 63 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Voltage Rating: Maximum 30 V, Minimum 3V for Active High, Current: 4A peak drive, 0.25A continuous drive capable. User digital output, Output high for CP. Internal to power supply. Internal to power supply, signal output is from driver connected to open-collector of opto-isolator transistor.
  • Page 64 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Range: 0 V to user selectable maximum range (2 V to 10 V) for 0 to full scale rated Output Input impedance: 20 kΩ, typical Note: Do not exceed an input of 25 VDC This remote-control input can be configured to take 4- 20 mA current input for power programming.

  • Page 65: Table 8-1. Analog Programming Connector, Designations And Functions

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Voltage Rating: Maximum 30 V, Minimum 3V for Active High, Current: 4A peak drive, .25A continuous drive capable. User digital output, cause to be assigned by user or state of pin 10. Internal to power supply, signal output is from driver with input signal connected to open-collector of opto-isolator transistor.

  • Page 66: Remote Analog Programming

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming REMOTE ANALOG PROGRAMMING Remote programming is used for applications that require the output parameters be programmed (controlled) from a remote instrument. An external resistance or voltage or 4-20mA can be used as a programming source. External Source of programming (Resistance, Voltage or 4-20mA) is common for Output Voltage, Current and Power when remote programming mode is selected as External.

  • Page 67: Figure 8-3 Remote Current Programming Using Resistance

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming IPRG_ISOUR 0-10k Ohm Figure 8-3 Remote Current Programming Using Resistance 8.3.1.2 R EMOTE OLTAGE ROGRAMMING BY ESISTANCE Analog Reference source is selected as Resistance and programming mode of output Voltage as external by sending following SCPI command. SOUR:ANALOG:PROG:SOUR CURR SOUR:VOLT:PROG EXT resistance-programming...

  • Page 68: Figure 8-4 Remote Voltage Programming Using Resistance

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Figure 8-4 Remote Voltage Programming Using Resistance 8.3.1.3 R EMOTE OWER ROGRAMMING BY ESISTANCE Analog Reference source is selected as Resistance and programming mode of output Power as external by sending following SCPI command. SOUR:ANALOG:PROG:SOUR CURR SOUR:POW:PROG EXT resistance-programming...

  • Page 69: Remote Programming By Voltage

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Remote Programming BY VOLTAGE 8.3.2 Remote Analog reference source of the Output Voltage, Current and Power can be selected as Voltage by sending the following SCPI Command: SOUR:ANALOG:PROG:SOUR VOLT 8.3.2.1 R EMOTE URRENT ROGRAMMING BY...

  • Page 70: Figure 8-7 Remote Voltage Programming Using 0-10 Vdc Source

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Voltage as external by sending following SCPI command SOUR:ANALOG:PROG:SOUR VOLT SOUR:VOLT:PROG EXT The DC voltage source is connected between Pin 4 (VPRG_VSOUR) and the return Pin 18 (RTN_PRG). Refer to Figure 8-7. Default FSC voltage value is 10V, where 10V corresponds to 100% output voltage.

  • Page 71: Remote Programming By 4-20Ma Source

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming transfer functions for output power, as follows: Pout = Vdc * (100% rated output power) / 10 VDC), with Vdc in volts, or Pout = Vdc * (100% rated output power) / FSC VDC), with Vdc in volts. The Full-Scale voltage value can be modified to any voltage between 2V to 10V from below SCPI command.

  • Page 72: Figure 8-9 Remote Current Programming Using 4-20Ma Source

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Pin 18 (RTN_PRG). Refer to Figure 8-9. The transfer function for the output current will be as follows: Iout = (I – 4) (100% rated output current) / 16, with I in mA 4-20mA 4-20mA...

  • Page 73: Remote Overvoltage Programming

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming 8.3.3.3 R 4-20 EMOTE OWER ROGRAMMING BY OURCE Analog Reference source is selected as 4-20mA and programming mode of Output Power as external by sending following SCPI command SOUR:ANALOG:PROG:SOUR MA420 SOUR:POW:PROG EXT A 4-20mA current source is connected between Pin 33 (PPRG_VSOUR) and the return Pin 18 (RTN_PRG).

  • Page 74: Remote Monitor Outputs

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming OVPRG_VSOUR 0-10VDC VOLTAGE Source Figure 8-12 Remote Overvoltage Programming Using DC Voltage Source REMOTE MONITOR OUTPUTS DC Asterion provides independent analog voltage monitor signals for the Output Voltage, Current and Power. 1.

  • Page 75: Digital Outputs

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming 1. To enable the 5V output remotely following SCPI command to be used: OUTP:AUX:5V ON 2. To enable the 15V output remotely following SCPI command to be used: OUTP:AUX:15V ON 3. To Enable the 5V output from remote Digital Input: Apply a high at pin 39 to enable output on pin 43.

  • Page 76: Figure 8-13 External Isolation And Polarity Relay Interface To Control Interface

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming For the all the Digital Output, Low state and High state signal level is as follows. Low state: 0.3 V max High state: Minimum 3V or Voltage at Pin 30 (User Power) minus 1 V, whichever is higher.

  • Page 77: Digital Inputs

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Digital Inputs 8.5.3 DC Asterion power supply provides four digital inputs. Digital Input 1: This input is general purpose and cause can be assigned by the user. Input Signal is Pin 9, Return Pin 12. Following SCPI command returns 1 or 0.
  • Page 78 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Description Explanation Actions Value • 0x08 Overvoltage Output voltage Check sufficient margin Protection exceeded Over between set voltage and OVP Fault Voltage trip limit. limit • Check if OVP is set from external Analog source and sufficient margin between set voltage and OVP limit...
  • Page 79 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming • 0x800 PFC Fault Internal PFC Try restarting the power module hardware supply, if fault persists Contact fault factory • 0x1000 OCP Fault Output overcurrent By default, this fault is disabled Fault and not accessible to user •...

  • Page 80: Trigger-In & Trigger Out

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming • 0x100000 Current Internal DC Try restarting the power Feedback modules current supply, if fault persists Contact Fault feedbacks are factory unbalanced Not Used (Always returns zero for these bits) Table 8–2. List of Faults in DC-Asterion Power Supply Trigger-In &...

  • Page 81: Remote Output On/Off Control By External Source

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Remote Output ON/OFF Control by External Source 8.6.2 Application of AC/DC voltage between Pins 1 and 16, or TTL/CMOS voltage between Pins 31 and 16, will turn on the power supply; this interface is opto-isolated from circuit common.
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  • Page 83: Rs232/Ethernet/ Ieee 488.2 Gpib And Scpi Command

    RS232/ETHERNET/ IEEE 488.2 GPIB AND SCPI COMMAND OPERATION INTRODUCTION This section describes the operation of the Digital Interfaces GPIB, USB, RS232 and Ethernet by using SCPI Command sets. The command set comprises of programming, query and status commands that facilitate remote control of the power supply. REGISTER DEFINITIONS The Asterion DC Power Supply supports the IEEE 488.2 GPIB, RS232, Ethernet and SCPI status reporting data structures.
  • Page 84 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming 9.2.1.2 S TATUS ROTECTION EVENT EGISTER OR FAULT REGISTER Read the Protection Event Status Register by issuing the following command. STATus:PROTection:EVENt? Refer Table 9–1Error! Reference source not found. for the Protection Event Status Register details. Reading this register clears the Protection Event Status Register.

  • Page 85: Table 9-1. Protection Condition And Event Status Registers

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Table 9–1. Protection Condition and Event Status Registers Hex Value Description 0x01 Constant Voltage Operation 0x02 Constant Current Operation 0x04 Constant Power Operation 0x08 Overvoltage Protection Fault 0x10 Over Temperature Fault 0x20 External Shutdown 0x40...

  • Page 86: Standard Event Status Register (Esr)

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming The Protection Enable Register. Readable using the STAT:PROT:ENAB? query command. Writable using the STAT:PROT:ENAB <value> command. Used to select what fault events could set a bit in the Fault Register. Certain faults can occur even if they are not enabled. In the Protection Enable Register.

  • Page 87: Scpi Status Byte

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Hex Value Description 0x01 Operation Complete 0x02 Request Control - not used 0x04 Query Error 0x08 Device Dependent Error 0x10 Execution Error (e.g., range error) 0x20 Command Error (e.g., syntax error) 0x40 User Request - not used 0x80...

  • Page 88: Table 9-3. Scpi Status Byte

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Figure 9-3. For example, if the SRE register is set to 0x02 (Protection Event Flag), when the Power Supply has a fault event, Status Byte register will contain 0x42 (RQS and Protection Event Flag) and the SRQ (SRQ is supported only on GPIB) line will be asserted to indicate a request for service.

  • Page 89: Error/Event Queue

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Service Request Enable Register (SRER). Used to enable which Status Byte bits can affect the service request bit. *SRE? reads. *SRE <value> writes. The SCPI Status Byte. Read using either the *STB? command, or the GPIB serial poll operation.

  • Page 90: Serial Poll Operation

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Error Description Code -151 Invalid string data Incorrect password. Manufacturer, model, or serial number string was more than 16 characters. Invalid mnemonic. -161 Invalid block data The expected number of data values was not received. -200 Execution error An error/event number in the range [-299, -200] indicates that an error...

  • Page 91: Scpi Conformance Information

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming SCPI CONFORMANCE INFORMATION The syntax of all SCPI commands implemented by the Asterion DC power supplies and documented in this manual, are either SCPI confirmed or they are customized commands not part of the SCPI definition. None of the commands implemented by the Asterion DC power supplies are classified as SCPI approved commands (approved by the SCPI Consortium but not contained in the SCPI version to which the Asterion DC power supplies conform).

  • Page 92: Queries

    SC-System Controller *IDN? AIB- Analog Interface Board FPC- Front Panel Controller Example: AMETEK, AST60-83D1C-E01,0622A00111,1.000,1.00,1.00 Enables the Operation Complete bit of the Standard Event Status Register to be set when all pending operations are complete. See *OPC section 9.2.2. Resets the supply to its Power ON (PON) state.
  • Page 93 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description Returns the integer value of the Service Request Enable Register. See section on Status Byte for valid values. Values range from 0-63 or 128- *SRE? 191. Response: <0+NR1> Returns the integer value of the Status Byte with bit 6 representing the Master Summary Status (MSS) instead of RQS.

  • Page 94: Source Scpi Command Subsystem

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming SOURCE SCPI COMMAND SUBSYSTEM This section first presents a tree summary of the SOURce commands and then provides a tabular description. SOURCE SCPI Command Summary 9.5.1 SOURce :ANALOG :PROGram :SOURce <string> :SOURce? :CURRent <NRf> :CURRent? [:LEVel] <NRf>...
  • Page 95 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming SOURce :VOLTage :VOLTage? [:LEVel] <NRf> [:LEVel]? [:IMMediate] <NRf> [:IMMediate?] [:AMPLitude] <NRf> [:AMPLitude]? :LIMit <NRf> :LIMit? [:AMPLitude] <NRf> [:AMPLitude]? :PROTection <NRf> :PROTection? [:LEVel] <NRf> [:LEVel]? :TRIPped? :PROGram <string> :PROGram? :FSC <NRf> :FSC? :STATe? :CLEar :RAMP <NRf>...
  • Page 96 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming SOURce :POWer <NRf> :POWer? [:LEVel] <NRf> [:LEVel?] [:IMMediate] <NRf> [:IMMediate?] [:AMPLitude] <NRf> [:AMPLItude?] :MAX? :LIMit <NRf> :LIMit? :PROGram <string> :PROGram? :FSC <NRf> :FSC? :FSCR <NRf> :FSCR? :MONitor :FSC <NRF> :FSC? SOURce :DIGINP :DIN1? :DIN2? :DIN3? :DIN4?

  • Page 97: Source Scpi Command Reference

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming SOURCE SCPI Command Reference 9.5.2 The letter “C” in the “SCPI” column means that the command syntax is SCPI compliant; an “N” in the “SCPI” column means that the command syntax is not part of the SCPI definition.
  • Page 98 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI Sets the output current to ramp from the present value to the specified value (first argument) in the SOURce:CURRent:RAMP <NRf> <NRf> specified time (second argument). See Ramp Function description below. Returns 1 if the ramp is in progress, and 0 if the SOURce:CURRent:RAMP? ramp is completed.
  • Page 99 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI Sets Full Scale voltage on Current monitor pin SOURce:CURRent:MONitor:FSC <NRf> (IMON), when power supply is producing full scale output current. Returns the full scale voltage set for Current SOURce:CURRent:MONitor:FSC? monitor pin (IMON) Sets the output voltage of the supply in volts...
  • Page 100 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI external Over voltage Programming Mode. Valid voltage Range is from 2 to 10V. Returns the Full-scale Voltage, at which Full Scale Over voltage trip point will SOURce:VOLTage:PROTection:PROGram:FSC? programmed. Sets the output voltage to ramp from the present value to the specified value (first argument) in the SOURce:VOLTage:RAMP <NRf>...
  • Page 101 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI Current(Resistance) as programming source. Valid Range is from 2 to 10kOhm. Returns the Full-scale Resistance, at which Full SOURce:VOLTage:PROGram:FSCR? scale Voltage will be programmed. Sets Full Scale voltage on voltage monitor SOURce:VOLTage:MONitor:FSC <NRf>...

  • Page 102: Ramp Function

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI SOURce:DIGINP:DIN3? Returns the status of digital input 3 at the Remote Analog Programming connector (OUT_RY_EN / DIN3) SOURce:DIGINP:DIN4? Returns the status of digital input 4 at the Remote Analog Programming connector (REV_RY_EN / DIN4) RAMP FUNCTION...

  • Page 103: Measure Scpi Command Subsystem

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming MEASURE SCPI COMMAND SUBSYSTEM This section first presents a tree summary of the MEASure commands and then provides a tabular description. MEASURE SCPI Command Summary 9.6.1 MEASure :CURRent :CURRent? :AVErage <NR1> :AVErage? :PROGram? :POWer?

  • Page 104: Output Scpi Command Subsystem

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description default) provides the fastest response time in the readings, but less rejection of noise. MEASure:VOLTage:AVErage? Returns the number 1 to 5 to indicate the last set number of readings to average together when taking a voltage reading.

  • Page 105: Output Scpi Command Reference

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming OUTPUT SCPI Command Reference 9.7.2 The letter “C” in the “SCPI” column means that the command syntax is SCPI compliant; an “N” in the “SCPI” column means that the command syntax is not part of the SCPI definition.

  • Page 106: System Scpi Command Subsystem

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI OUTPutAUX:5V <ON|OFF> Turns ON or OFF, 5V auxiliary supply at the Remote Analog Programming connector OUTPutAUX:5V? Returns the status of 5V auxiliary supply at the Remote Analog Programming connector OUTPutAUX:5V <ON|OFF>15V <ON|OFF> Turns ON or OFF, 15V auxiliary supply at the Remote Analog Programming connector OUTPutAUX:15V?

  • Page 107: System Scpi Command Reference

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming :TERM <NRf> :TERM? SYSTEM SCPI Command Reference 9.8.2 The letter “C” in the “SCPI” column means that the command syntax is SCPI compliant; an “N” in the “SCPI” column means that the command syntax is not part of the SCPI definition.
  • Page 108 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI SYST:NET:IP? Returns two IP addresses: the first is the IP address set to be used when the system boots up; the second is the IP address presently in use by the power supply. (The first address will either 0.0.0.0.

  • Page 109: Htrigger Scpi Command Subsystem

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming HTRIGGER SCPI COMMAND SUBSYSTEM The HTRIGGER function allows the user to apply an External User Interface input signal to initiate a sequence or a voltage or current ramp. Once a hardware trigger is run, Arm goes to 0 (not armed); however, the last loaded sequence remains in memory.

  • Page 110: Calibration Scpi Command Subsystem

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming CALIBRATION SCPI COMMAND SUBSYSTEM 9.11 Note: See section 10 for calibration procedures. Please refer to the power supply manual for further information before performing calibration procedures. Calibration must be performed by qualified personnel who appropriately deal with attendant hazards.
  • Page 111 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming CALibrate :INITial :POWer <NRf> :POWer? :LIMit <NRf> :LIMit? :PROGram <string> :PROGram? :FSC <NRf> :FSC? :FSCR <NRf> :FSCR? :MONitor :FSC <NRf> :FSC? :MEASure:CURRent:AVErage <NR1> :MEASure:CURRent:AVErage? :MEASure:VOLTage:AVErage <NR1> :MEASure:VOLTage:AVErage? :OUTPut:PROTection:FOLD <NR1> :OUTPut:PROTection:FOLD? CALibrate :MEASure :CURRent :CALCulate...
  • Page 112 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming CALibrate :OUTPut :CURRent :CALCulate :DAC <NR1> :FIVEPOINT <1|2|3|4|5> <NRf> :FIVEPOINT? :GAIN <NRf> :GAIN? :OFFSet <NRf> :OFFSet? :EXTV :OFFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :EXTI :OFFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :EXT420MA :OFFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :MON :OFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf>...

  • Page 113: Calibration Scpi Command Reference

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming CALibrate :OUTPut :POWer :EXTV :OFFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :EXTI :OFFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :EXT420MA :OFFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :MON :OFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :OVERVOLT :EXTV :OFFSET <NRf> :FSC <NRf> :UNLock <string> :STORe :LOCK CALIBRATION SCPI Command Reference...
  • Page 114 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI CALibrate :INITial:CURRent:PROGram:FSCR? Returns the power-on default full scale resistance value. CALibrate Returns the default setting of power- :INITial:CURRent:PROGram? on output current programming. CALibrate Initializes the current monitor :INITial:CURRent:MONitor (IMON) signal calibration CALibrate Sets the power-on default voltage on :INITial:CURRent:MONitor:FSC...
  • Page 115 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI CALibrate Sets the power-on default value of :INITial:POWer <NRf> power. CALibrate Returns the default value of power- :INITial:POWer? on power. CALibrate Sets the power-on default value of :INITial:POWer:LIMit <NRf> power limit.
  • Page 116 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI CALibrate Returns the number 1 to 10 to :INITial:MEASure:VOLTage:AVEra indicate the number of readings to average together when taking a current reading. Sets the power-on default foldback CALibrate :OUTPut:PROTection: :INITial protection setting.
  • Page 117 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI CALibrate Sets the default output enable :MODel:POWERON <string> condition at power on. Input format: “ON,INIT” enables the output at next power on “OFF,INIT” disables the output at next power on NOTE: Quotation marks are required in the command string.
  • Page 118 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI CALibrate Sets the calibration Offset point for :OUTPut:CURRent:EXT420MA:OFFSE current programming from external T <NRf> 4-20mA source CALibrate Sets the calibration full-scale point :OUTPut:CURRent:EXT420MA:FSC for current programming from <NRf> external 4-20mA source CALibrate Sets the calibration Offset point for :OUTPut:CURRent:MON:OFFSET...
  • Page 119 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Command Description SCPI CALibrate Sets the output of the output :OUTPut:VOLTage:PROTection:DAC overvoltage protection D/A <NR1> converter. CALibrate Sets the calibration Offset point for :OUTPut:POWer:EXTV:OFFSET power programming from external <NRf> voltage source CALibrate Sets the calibration full-scale point :OUTPut:POWer:EXTV:FSC <NRf>...

  • Page 120: Status Scpi Command Subsystem

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming STATUS SCPI COMMAND SUBSYSTEM 9.13 This section first presents a tree summary of the STATus commands and then provides a tabular description. Note: See Section 5 for further information. STATUS SCPI Command Summary 9.13.1 STATus :PROTection...

  • Page 121: Ovp Setup Example

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming // program output current to 1.0 A. SOUR:CURR 1.0 // confirm the output current setting (response: 1.0). SOUR:CURR? // program output voltage to 5.0 VDC. SOUR:VOLT 5.0 // confirm the output voltage setting (response: 5.0). SOUR:VOLT? // measure the actual output current (response: ~ 0.0 with no load on MEAS:CURR?

  • Page 122: Trigger Example

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Trigger Example 9.14.3 Program a unit with no load at the output to change its output voltage and current to 5 VDC @ 1A at the same time. // Use SYST:ERR? after each command to verify no programming errors. // turn on the unit.

  • Page 123: Ramp V Example 2

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Ramp V Example 2 9.14.5 Program a unit with no load at the output, to ramp its output voltage from 5 VDC to 25 VDC in 30 seconds upon the trigger command. // Use SYST:ERR? after each command to verify no programming errors.

  • Page 124: Calibration

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming CALIBRATION CAUTION Please refer to the power supply operation manual for further information before performing calibration procedures. Only qualified personnel who deal with attendant hazards in power supplies, are allowed to perform calibration procedures. If calibration is not performed properly, functional problems could arise, requiring that the supply be returned to the factory.

  • Page 125: Setup For Calibration

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming SETUP FOR CALIBRATION 10.2 This section provides calibration setup for RS232, Ethernet. STEP DESCRIPTION 1. Disconnect the Unit Under Test (UUT) AC input power. (The UUT is the power supply that will be calibrated.) 2.
  • Page 126 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming CAL:OUTP:CURR:DAC 65535 Set the output voltage sensing to “Local” OUTP:SENS LOCAL Program the output of the first calibration point by sending the following command string from the computer: CAL:OUTP:VOLT:DAC 3275 Let the output settle and measure the voltage with a high precision voltmeter;...
  • Page 127 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming CAL:OUTP:VOLT:DAC 45000 Let the output settle and measure the voltage with a high precision voltmeter; this is value 4. 17. Enter the actual output voltage value of the fourth calibration point: CAL:OUTP:VOLT:FIVEPOINT 4 <value 4>...

  • Page 128: Voltage Programming Calibration - Remote Sense

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming VOLTAGE PROGRAMMING CALIBRATION – 10.4 REMOTE SENSE Preparation: 1. Power down the Unit Under Test (UUT) and remove the input power for safety. 2. Connect output terminals to the RVS connector on the rear side of the power supply.
  • Page 129 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming CAL:OUTP:VOLT:DAC 19000 10. Let the output settle and measure the voltage with a high precision voltmeter; this is value 2. 11. Enter the actual output voltage value of the second calibration point: CAL:OUTP:VOLT:FIVEPOINT 2 <value 2>...

  • Page 130: Current Programming Calibration

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming CAL:OUTP:VOLT:FIVEPOINT? 22. Send the command to calculate the calibration coefficients by the processor. CAL:OUTP:VOLT:CALC 23. Program the supply to unlock the non-volatile memory for calibration value storage: CAL:UNLOCK “6867” 24. Program the supply to store the calibration values in non-volatile memory: CAL:STORE Allow 15 seconds for the non-volatile memory to be updated with the new calibration values.
  • Page 131 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Program the output of the first calibration point by sending the following command string from the computer: CAL:OUTP:CURR:DAC 3275 Let the output settle and measure the output current with the current shunt and the high precision voltmeter;...

  • Page 132: Analog Program Adjustment

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Let the output settle and measure the output current with the current shunt and the high precision voltmeter; this is value 5. Enter the actual output current of the fifth calibration point: CAL:OUTP:CURR:FIVEPOINT 5 <value 5> To review entered data for five–point current calibration, issue the following query: CAL:OUTP:CURR:FIVEPOINT?

  • Page 133: Voltage Programming - 10V Range Voltage Source Calibration

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Voltage programming – 10V range voltage source 10.6.1 calibration STEP DESCRIPTION Issue a *CLS command. Issue a *RST command. Connect zero volt (0 +/- 0.003V) across PIN 4 and PIN 18 of Analog Programming connector.

  • Page 134: Voltage Programming - Current Source (Resistance Programming) Calibration

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming SOUR:ANALOG:PROG:SOUR VOLT SOUR:VOLT:PROG INT SOUR:VOLT:PROG:FSC 5 Calibrate the Offset point. CAL:OUTP:VOLT:EXTV:OFFS 0 Set the DC voltage at PIN4 to 5V +/-0.003V. Calibrate the full scale point. CAL:OUTP:VOLT:EXTV:FSC <UUT’s Full-scale volt> Unlock and store the Calibration. CAL:UNLOCK “6867”...

  • Page 135: Voltage Programming - 4-20Ma Source Calibration

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Voltage programming – 4-20mA source calibration 10.6.4 STEP DESCRIPTION Issue a *CLS command. Issue a *RST command. Connect 4mA source OR 2VDC across PIN 4 and PIN 18 of Analog Programming connector. Select the Analog programming source as 4-20mA source.

  • Page 136: Current Programming - 5V Range Voltage Source Calibration

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Calibrate the Offset point. CAL:OUTP:CURR:EXTV:OFFS 0 Set the DC voltage at PIN 19 to 10V +/-0.003V. Calibrate the full scale point. CAL:OUTP:CURR:EXTV:FSC <UUT’s Full-scale volt> Unlock and store the Calibration. CAL:UNLOCK “6867” CAL:STORE CAL:LOCK Current programming –...

  • Page 137: Current Programming - Current Source (Resistance Programming) Calibration

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming Current programming – current source (Resistance 10.6.7 Programming) calibration STEP DESCRIPTION Issue a *CLS command. Issue a *RST command. Connect zero ohm across PIN 20 and PIN 18 of Analog Programming connector.

  • Page 138: Power Programming - 10V Range Voltage Source Calibration

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Calibrate the Offset point. CAL:OUTP:CURR:EXT420MA:OFFS 0 Connect 20mA source OR 10VDC across PIN 19 and PIN 18 of Analog Programming Connector. Calibrate the full scale point. CAL:OUTP:CURR:EXT420MA:FSC <UUT’s Full-scale volt> Unlock and store the Calibration. CAL:UNLOCK “6867”...

  • Page 139: Power Programming - 5V Range Voltage Source Calibration

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming POWER programming – 5V range voltage source 10.6.10 calibration STEP DESCRIPTION Issue a *CLS command. Issue a *RST command. Connect zero volt (0 +/- 0.003V) across PIN 33 and PIN 18 of Analog Programming connector.

  • Page 140: Power Programming - 4-20Ma Source Calibration

    SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Calibrate the Offset point. CAL:OUTP:POW:EXTI:OFFS 0 Connect 5k Ohm across PIN 34 and PIN 18 of Analog Programming Connector. Calibrate the full scale point. CAL:OUTP:POW:EXTI:FSC <UUT’s Full-scale volt> Unlock and store the Calibration. CAL:UNLOCK “6867”...

  • Page 141: Over-Voltage Programming - 10V Range Calibration

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming OVER-Voltage programming – 10V range calibration 10.6.13 STEP DESCRIPTION Issue a *CLS command. Issue a *RST command. Connect zero volt (0 +/- 0.003V) across PIN 5 and PIN 18 of Analog Programming connector.
  • Page 142 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming CAL:OUTP:OVERVOLT:EXTV:OFFS 0 Set the DC voltage at PIN 5 to 5V +/-0.003V. Calibrate the full scale point. CAL:OUTP:OVERVOLT:EXTV:FSC <UUT’s Full-scale volt> Unlock and store the Calibration. CAL:UNLOCK “6867” CAL:STORE CAL:LOCK REMOTE MONITOR OUTPUTS CALIBRATION 10.7 Remote Monitor output signals can be calibrated with set of commands as described in below section.
  • Page 143 External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming CAL:LOCK Current Monitor Output Calibration 10.7.2 STEP DESCRIPTION Issue a *CLS command. Issue a *RST command. Connect the DMM at PIN 21 and PIN 22 to measure current monitor pin voltage. Connect a short across the output. Type the following commands. SOUR:VOLT <UUT’s Full-scale voltage>...
  • Page 144 SCPI Status Implementation Asterion DC Series Programming Calibrate the Offset point. CAL:OUTP:POW:MON:OFFS <voltage at PIN35 read from DMM> Set the output power to 80% of UUT’s Full-scale rated power. SOUR:POW <0.8 times UUT’s Full-scale power> CAL:OUTP:POW:MON:FSC <voltage at PIN35 read from DMM> Unlock and store the Calibration.

  • Page 145: Scpi Status Implementation

    External User Control Signal Connector Asterion DC Series Programming SCPI STATUS IMPLEMENTATION SCPI STATUS BYTE IMPLEMENTATION 11.1 SCPI status byte implementation for the Asterion DC power supply is described in Figure 11-1. M330461-01 Rev A 11-63...

  • Page 146: Figure 11-1. Scpi Status Implementation Diagram

    1-20 Bit position 21-30 unused Hex Value Description The Protection Enable Register. Readable using the STAT:PROT:ENAB? query 0x01 Constant Voltage Operation command. Writable using the STAT:PROT:ENAB <value> command. Used to select 0x02 Constant Current Operation what fault events could set a bit in the Fault Register. Certain faults can occur even 0x04 Constant Power Operation if they are not enabled.
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  • Page 149 INDEX OVP Setup, 9-35 Power On INIT, 9-37 Ramp I, 9-36 CALibrate, 9-27, 9-28 Ramp V, 2, 9-37 Calibration Trigger, 9-36 Setup for Calibration, 10-39 VI Mode, 9-34 Voltage Programming Calibration, 10-39 External User Control Signal Connector Warning, 10-38 Warning, 8-20 Calibration Procedrues Introduction, 10-38 Voltage Programming, Ethernet, 10-39, 10-42...
  • Page 150 Index Asterion DC Series Programming *ESE, 9-10 Ramping *ESR?, 9-10 Description, 9-19, 9-26 *IDN?, 9-10 Readback Accuracy *OPC, 9-10 IEEE 488.2 GPIB/RS232/Ethernet, 2-4 *RST, 9-10 Readback Resolution *SRE, 9-10 IEEE 488.2 GPIB/RS232/Ethernet, 2-4 *STB?, 9-11 Rear Panel, 4-1 Interactive Control, 6-17 Ethernet Layout, 6-7 Rear Panel Configuration Switch Address Selection, GPIB, 5-2, 7-21...
  • Page 151 Asterion DC Series Programming Index Specifications IEEE 488.2 GPIB/RS232/Ethernet, 2-3 TRIGGER SCPI Command Reference, 9-26 Specifications, IEEE 288.2 GPIB, RS232 and TRIGGER SCPI Command Subsystem, 9-26 Ethernet, 2-3 Standard Event Status Register (ESR), 9-4 STATus, 9-34 STATUS SCPI Command Reference, 9-34 Web Server STATUS SCPI Command Subsystem, 9-34 Configuration page, 6-15...

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