General Information; Introduction; Feature Summary - TDK-Lambda Z+ series User Manual

1.1 Introduction

The Local Area Network (LAN) option for the Z
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.
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Refer to the Z User Manual for information on installing the power supply, safety requirements,
specifications, connecting the power-in and out, operating the front panel, using the serial (RS-
232/485) programming and analog programming.

1.2 Feature Summary

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Communicate over any standard TCP/IP network
A. LAN (Local Area Network)
B. WAN (Wide Area Network)
C. Communicate worldwide using the Internet
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Web page viewable with any web page browser, such as Internet Explorer
D. Configure the network connection settings
E. Active web page (GUI) that programs and reads the power supply output and status
F. Security settings to block multiple controllers and risky protocols
G. Optional password protection prevents unauthorized operation
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LAN Protocols
H. VISA drivers, TCP and UDP sockets are supported
I. VXI-11 Discovery and ping server are supported
J. A "LAN Status" indicator shows when the network connection is established
K. Easily write custom automation programs
• Full remote programming functions
L. Uses SCPI command language, an instrumentation standard
M. Compatible with VISA drivers and all the test & measurement utilities
N. TCP and UDP sockets will support PLCs, Linux and other non-VISA controllers
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Front Panel features
O. View IP and MAC address on front panel
P. Set the complete IP address on front panel
Q. LAN Reset on front panel
R. User may remotely "Blink" the front panel to locate a power supply in a rack
• Rear Panel features
S. Ethernet RJ-45 connector (standard 8-pin phone jack for LAN)
T. Link and Activity LED on RJ-45 connector
U. LAN Status LED shows LAN fault and is a 2
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RS-485 Multi-drop Chain
V. Allows connecting up to 30 power supplies using simple Link cable
W. One LAN IP address shared by all RS-485 power supplies
X. The LAN option is not needed in RS-485 power supplies
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION

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series power supply allows the user to remotely
"Blink Identify" on rear panel
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