User Manual HPG™ Generator Model 13150 400 V HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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Technik GmbH makes no warranty of any kind whatsoever, either expressed ® or implied, with respect to the information contained herein. Dressler Technik GmbH shall not be liable in damages, of whatever kind, as a result of the reliance on or use of the information contained herein.
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Please send any comments on the content, organization, or format of this user manual to: • tech.writing@aei.com To order a manual, please contact the Dressler Customer Service Department: • service@dressler.com HPG 13150 400 V (A)
This Revision of the Manual ........1-1 Understanding Model 13150 400 V Options ......1-2 Type Conventions .
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) ....5-13 Forward Setting Load Power Regulation Mode (P ) ..... 5-13 real Table of Contents HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Setting External Power Regulation Mode (DC Bias) ....5-14 Operating the HPG Generator Using the Front Panel ..... 5-16 Understanding Basic Front Panel Control Elements .
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Warranty Statement ......... . . 6-24 viii Table of Contents HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator List of Figures Fig 2-1 HPG generator block diagram ........2-2 Fig 3-1 Front view of the HPG Generator with door .
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Guidelines IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ® To ensure safe installation and operation of the Dressler HF-Technik GmbH HPG generator, read and understand this manual before attempting to install and operate this unit. At a minimum, read and follow the safety instructions and practices documented under “Safety Guidelines”...
HF-Technik GmbH Understanding Model 13150 400 V Options The Model 13150 400 V has several different unit options, each with a unique part number and unique combination of communication interfaces. The following table lists the option part numbers and corresponding interfaces. For specific interface information, see “Communication Interfaces”...
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and/or property damage. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury, and/or damage to property.
Product Certification Certain options of this product are certified by: • CE marking, self addressed by Dressler Compliance Engineering • EMC measurements, verified by Competent Body Product Services Safety and Product Compliance Guidelines HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator For more information, refer to the letter of conformance (US) or declaration of conformity (EU) accompanying the product. Safety and Compliance Directives and Standards Certain options of this unit have been tested for and comply with the following electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and safety directives and standards.
• Use only shielded cables on the Host (RS-232, PROFIBUS, or Ethernet) and User Port connectors. • Install this device so that the input power (Mains) connection is inaccessible to the user. Safety and Product Compliance Guidelines HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator • Install this device so that the output power (RF Out) connection is inaccessible to the user. • The AC cord must be terminated according to the applicable requirements (see “Specifications” on page 3-1).
For life span settings contact Customer Service. For more information see W51 and W52 Table 6-2 on page 6-16. Safety and Product Compliance Guidelines HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 1-4. HPG generator limits Limit Unit Response and User Resolution Excessive humidity When the humidity exceeds the specified maximum limit, RF power shuts off (see “Cooling Specifications” on page 3-10). For information,...
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Chapter Product Overview and Theory DESCRIPTION HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generators are a new generation of compact, high power generators for semiconductor production, the flat panel industry, and various industrial plasma applications. Typical applications include sputtering, reactive ion etching, PECVD, surface treatment, and CO laser systems.
This module is the main processor and data acquisition section. It also provides Host communications through a Host port. (6) Sensor This module detects RF samples and sends them to the Electronics microprocessor. Product Overview and Theory HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Chapter Chapter Specifications PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS The following sections describe the dimensions and physical specifications of the HPG generator. • “Unit Dimensions” on page 3-2 • “Physical Specifications Table” on page 3-7 HPG 13150 400 V (A)
® Dressler HF-Technik GmbH Unit Dimensions The following illustrations show the dimensions of the HPG generator. Figure 3-1. Front view of the HPG Generator with door Specifications HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Figure 3-2. Front view of the HPG Generator without door HPG 13150 400 V (A) Specifications...
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Host Port User Port Air Outlet Water Out Air Outlet Water In RF Out Air Outlet 1406.4mm 55.37" Main Circuit Breaker AC Input Power 602mm 23.70" Figure 3-3. Rear view of the HPG Generator Specifications HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Figure 3-4. Left side of the HPG Generator HPG 13150 400 V (A) Specifications...
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® Dressler HF-Technik GmbH Figure 3-5. Top view of the HPG Generator Specifications HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Physical Specifications Table The following table describes the physical specifications of the HPG generator. Table 3-1. Physical specifications Description Specification Size 140.6 cm (H) x 60.2 cm (W) x 82.3 cm (D) 55.37" (H) x 23.70" (W) x 32.38" (D) (See “Unit Dimensions”...
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• An Ethernet Modbus/TCP connection (see also “Host Port—Ethernet (Modbus/TCP)” on page 4-34) To determine which host port you have, see “Understanding Model 13150 400 V Options” on page 1-2. For more information on the Host port options, see “HPG Generator Host Port Options” on page 4-21.
Cooling water temperature 20ºC to 30ºC (68ºF to 86ºF) Water flow rate To be determined Pressure Minimum pressure 3 bar (44 psi) differential (supply to drain) required to achieve specified minimum flow rates 3-10 Specifications HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 3-3. Cooling specifications (Continued) Description Specification Maximum pressure 4.5 bar (65 psi) rating Contaminates The following specifications are recommended for the water used to cool the HPG generator: • pH between 7 and 9 •...
-25°C to +30°C Note Maximum absolute humidity when the unit temperature directly decreases from +70°C to +15°C Table 3-5. Environmental specifications Description Specification Overvoltage Category II Pollution Degree 2 3-12 Specifications HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Chapter Chapter Communication Interfaces The HPG generator has several possible interface options. The following figures illustrate the available interface combinations for the Model 13150 400 V HPG generator. The sections that follow describe each interface.
HF-Technik GmbH MATCHING INTERFACE Each HPG generator has a Matching Interface that allows full communication between the HPG generator and a Dressler Variomatch matching network (or other electrically compatible matching network). The matching interface is a 15-pin, subminiature-D, female connector.
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-1. Matching Interface pin descriptions (Continued) Name Signal Level Description Type MANUAL Digital Open collector 30 To set the Variomatch unit to TUNE Output V capable manual tune control, connect this pin to ground. To set the...
HF-Technik GmbH products are not meant to meet or satisfy safety requirements. Where interlocks or limits exist, you must still meet and satisfy safety requirements. The presence of interlocks or limits does not imply operator protection. Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator The HPG Generator may be shipped with an interlock jumper plug that provides a connection between the interlock pins. You can use this jumper plug to satisfy the interlock and enable operation in situations where you do not intend to connect the remaining pins on this port.
Default setting: 0 V to 10 V = 0 W to 15 kW into a 50 Ω nonreactive load For a wiring diagram, see Figure 4-3 on page 4-15. Pin 15 must be grounded. Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-2. 25-pin User Port pin descriptions (Continued) Return Name Signal Description Number Type FORWARD/LOAD Analog This signal provides a linearly POWER output scaled readback of forward MONITOR power or load power as measured at the generator output.
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(see “Satisfying Minimal 25- Pin User Port Requirements” on page 4-4) and the set point must be within the output power range (see “Electrical specifications” on page 3-9). Pin 17 must be grounded. Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-2. 25-pin User Port pin descriptions (Continued) Return Name Signal Description Number Type SET POINT Analog This signal sets the RF output input set point. Depending on the regulation mode, the set point...
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(see pin 5). Dressler Variomatch matching networks provide a DC bias voltage monitor signal for regulation through the Matching Interface. For a wiring diagram, see Figure 4-8 on page 4-17. 4-10 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-2. 25-pin User Port pin descriptions (Continued) Return Name Signal Description Number Type RF FORWARD/ Digital Use this signal to select LOAD POWER input between RF forward power or REGULATION load power regulation. Apply...
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(opto-coupler output) impedance is created between this pin and return pin 9 (8 mA maximum). For a wiring diagram, see Figure 4-13 on page 4-20. Return for pin 10 See pin 10. 4-12 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-2. 25-pin User Port pin descriptions (Continued) Return Name Signal Description Number Type INTERLOCK Digital When the interlock is SATISFIED output satisfied, a low (opto-coupler output) impedance is created between this pin and return pin 11 (8 mA maximum).
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The interlock signal (pins 10 and 23) enables the RF power generation. Pin 10 is tied to the generator’s +15 V supply. Connecting pin 10 to pin 23 closes the loop, enabling RF power. 4-14 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator 25-PIN USER PORT WIRING DIAGRAMS The following schematics illustrate how to properly connect the HPG generator User Port. For detailed pin descriptions, see “25-Pin User Port Pin Descriptions” on page 4-6. Figure 4-3. REFLECTED POWER MONITOR signal wiring (pins 2 and 15) Figure 4-4.
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® Dressler HF-Technik GmbH Figure 4-5. RF POWER ON signal wiring (pins 4 and 17) Figure 4-6. SET POINT signal wiring (pins 5 and 18) 4-16 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Figure 4-7. RF FORWARD POWER/DC BIAS REGULATION wiring (pins 6 and 19) Figure 4-8. DC BIAS MONITOR signal wiring (pins 7 and 20) HPG 13150 400 V (A) Communication Interfaces 4-17...
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® Dressler HF-Technik GmbH Figure 4-9. RF FORWARD/LOAD REGULATION signal wiring (pins 8 and 21) Figure 4-10. INTERLOCK LOOP signal wiring (pins 10 and 23) 4-18 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Figure 4-11. +15 VOLT DC signal wiring (pins 13 and 21) Figure 4-12. SET POINT STATUS signal wiring (pins 14 and 1) HPG 13150 400 V (A) Communication Interfaces 4-19...
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® Dressler HF-Technik GmbH Figure 4-13. OVERTEMPERATURE signal wiring (pins 22 and 9) Figure 4-14. INTERLOCK SATISFIED signal wiring (pins 24 and 11) 4-20 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Figure 4-15. BLANKING/PULSING signal wiring (pins 25 and 19) HPG GENERATOR HOST PORT OPTIONS The HPG generator has three serial communications (host port) interface options that allow the generator to interface with a host computer. The following sections provide information for each of the host port options available with the HPG generator.
The communications capability of the serial RS-232 host port is limited to the following parameters: • RS-232 protocol transmission standard • Five baud rates selected on the front panel (see “Changing the Device Configuration Settings” on page 5-33): 4 9600 4-22 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator 4 19200 4 38400 4 57600 4 115200 • Odd parity • One start bit, eight data bits, one stop bit • Low-order bytes are transmitted before high-order bytes. The host computer must finish one transaction with the HPG generator before it initiates another one, either with the same unit or any other unit.
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This one-byte field contains an 8-bit value from 0 to 255 (00h to ffh) representing the command number. If the message packet originates with the host computer, this value specifies the purpose of the message packet. If the 4-24 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator message originates with the HPG generator, the value specifies the command to which it is responding. See “Host Port Commands” on page 4-39 for a complete list of commands. AE Bus Optional Length Byte This field supplements the Header field and exists only when the length bits (bits 0, 1, and 2) in the Header field contain a value of 7 (07h).
HPG generator verifies that the message is intended for it and not for another unit on the network. At this time, the HPG generator also analyzes the checksum to verify that the message was received correctly. 4-26 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator • If the address does not match, the HPG generator does not respond to the host computer; the HPG generator resets and resumes waiting for a message addressed to it. If the address matches but the exclusive-or...
This section describes the PROFIBUS status LEDs, pins, and communication protocol. It also includes a list and description of the PROFIBUS commands. Note: Dressler’s PROFIBUS protocol does not support the following functions: address changing, freeze/unfreeze modes, or sync modes. Figure 4-20. PROFIBUS port connector...
PROFIBUS PROTOCOL PROFIBUS (Process Field Bus) is an interface that lets you communicate with the HPG generator from a host (master). Dressler manufactures a certified PROFIBUS, which means the interface is tested and certified to work with PROFIBUS masters described in the DIN 19245 PROFIBUS Standard DP, part III.
PROFIBUS cable (not included). PROFIBUS Baud Rate The auto-baud feature of Dressler’s certified PROFIBUS interface adjusts automatically to the rate of the PROFIBUS master system. Baud rates are available in discrete steps from 9600 bits (9.6 kbits) to 12 Mbits. The auto-...
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PROFIBUS Data Consistency Some Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) using PROFIBUS interfaces have a problem with data consistency. (Dressler defines data consistency as the ability to complete the message packet construction before sending the packet to the HPG generator.) This problem most often manifests as mysteriously changed values.
PROFIBUS Command Structure The PROFIBUS is command-based. Dressler defines a download packet (“outbytes”) and an upload packet (“inbytes”) as described in the following sections of this chapter. Command lists follow.
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator PROFIBUS Upload Packet During every PROFIBUS data exchange, the HPG generator supplies a 14- byte response to a download (“outbytes”) packet. Table 4-7 lists the response or “upload packet.” These bytes are also known as “inbytes.”...
“Host Port—RS-232 With AE Bus” on page 4-21. For information on the PROFIBUS host port, see “Host Port—PROFIBUS” on page 4-28. Note: To determine which option you have, see “Understanding Model 13150 400 V Options” on page 1-2. 4-34 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator You can control the HPG generator through a network using a Modbus/TCP connection. Figure 4-21 illustrates the connector. Figure 4-21. Ethernet connector The following sections describe some of the attributes of HPG generator Modbus/TCP communication.
0 and 1 Transaction ID Not used (value is copied into reply) 2 and 3 Protocol ID 4 and 5 Number of Count of bytes in packet, starting with bytes following byte 6 4-36 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-9. Packet format for FC23 send (Continued) Byte Purpose Value to Send Numbers Unit ID 0 (denotes the default AE Bus address) Function code 23 = 0x17h 8 and 9 Reference 0xFFFFh...
“Host Port Commands” on page 4-39. Note: Modbus word swapping does not affect the order of these bytes. These bytes are ordered as necessary for the AE Bus command (least significant bytes first). 4-38 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator FC23 Exception Error Packet Table 4-11 describes the bytes contained in an FC23 exception error packet. Table 4-11. Packet format for FC23 exception error Byte Purpose Response Value Numbers 0 and 1 Transaction ID...
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator • Command numbers 128 through 255 request information from the unit, such as output on/off status and unit settings. The unit responds to these commands by sending the data requested. For AE bus, unless otherwise specified for individual commands, any value greater than one byte must be sent and received least significant byte (LSB) first.
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Send two data bytes, least significant byte first, representing the set point level in watts. • Accepts a value of 0 to nominal power (or maximum external feedback value). Read back with command 164. 4-42 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Specifies the external feedback value that corresponds to the maximum voltage (CSR only) maximum external at the User Port.
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Bus/ Ethernet Read back with command 157. version of command) Sets the tuner control if the HPG generator is connected to a Dressler (CSR only) tuner control Variomatch unit through the matching interface. (For more information on this interface, see “Matching Interface”...
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Sets the generator’s active control mode. (CSR only) active Send one data byte: control mode •...
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100 Hertz steps (for version example, 10000 = 1 MHz). Note: This command is only available on frequency generators with variable frequency. (see next Read back with command 178. row for Profibus version of command) 4-46 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Sets the RF frequency. (CSR only) Send three data bytes representing the Profibus RF frequency in 100 Hertz steps (for version example, 10000 = 1 MHz).
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EEPROM as a preset with the given (CSR only) save presets number (0 to 5). Restores the current operation parameters to EEPROM as preset with (CSR only) restore presets the given number (0 to 5). 4-48 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Sets the desired pulsing. Send one data byte. (CSR only) set pulsing • 0 = Pulsing off •...
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Sets User Port (analog) voltage scaling from 0 V to a range of 2 V to 10 V in...
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(see “Electrical Specifications” on page 3-9). See also commands 27 and 96. For more information, see “Using the Pulsing Function” on page 5-37. Read back with command 193. 4-52 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Sets the RF pulsing duty ON time in increments of 1%. This value can range...
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ASCII characters (for example, CESAR). bytes supply type 5 ASCII characters Reports the output capacity of the 5 data generator; returning packet contains 5 bytes supply size ASCII characters (for example, _1350). 5 ASCII characters 4-54 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Reports the version of the software. The 5 data returning packet contains 5 ASCII bytes...
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• Bytes 1 and 2 represent rise time in times tenths of a second. • Bytes 3 and 4 represent fall time in tenths of a second. Set with commands 31 and 32. 4-56 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Reports reflected power parameters. report The controller returns three data bytes, reflected least significant byte first:...
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The controller returns the target life in hundredths of kilowatt hours (for example, 100 = 1 kWh). Set with command 12. Reports User Port (analog) voltage scaling. report User Port scaling Set with command 30. 4-58 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Reports process status. The controller returns the following packet arranged as report process follows. status 1st status byte (bit flags): •...
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Matching Interface connector. Returns one data byte: • 0 = Manual control • 1 = Automatic control Set with command 13. 4-60 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Reports output set point level (set with command 8) and the active regulation report set point/ mode (set with command 3).
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• 4 = Enable internal pulsing by external pulsing input Set with command 27. Reports RF frequency in Hertz. report RF Note: This command is only available on frequency generators with variable frequency. Set with command 18. 4-62 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Reports frequency tuning parameters. report The controller returns three bytes, least frequency significant byte first.
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Reports the total time that the generator was producing output power. report run time The controller returns four data bytes, least significant byte first, representing the amount of time in seconds that the unit was producing output power. 4-64 Communication Interfaces HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 4-13. Host port commands (Continued) Command Number of Number of Description Host Data Response Bytes Data Bytes Returns the serial port address and baud rate. report serial port 0 The controller returns three data bytes:...
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Chapter Chapter Installation, Setup, and Operation PREPARING TO INSTALL THE HPG GENERATOR The following sections provide information that you need to understand before installing the HPG generator. Spacing Requirements The HPG generator needs 30 cm (11.8") at the rear for RF cable connection, water hose connections, and cooling air flow.
If you do see signs of ® shipping damage, contact Dressler HF-Technik GmbH and the carrier immediately (see “Customer Support” on page 6-21). Save the shipping container for submitting necessary claims to the carrier. Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator INSTALLING THE HPG GENERATOR The following sections explain how to install the unit. Never integrate the HPG generator into a cabinet in a way that may either reduce or interrupt a proper airstream.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the input of the load or matching network. Note: For information on optimum cable length, contact customer service (for contact information, see “Customer Support” on page 6-21). Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
PROFIBUS Host port, or an Ethernet Host port. To determine which communication interfaces your unit has, see “Understanding Model 13150 400 V Options” on page 1-2. Note: Even if you are not using the User Port port for communication, some User Port circuits must be satisfied to operate the HPG generator.
Modbus/TCP network connection to the unit. Note: To determine which product option you have, see “Understanding Model 13150 400 V Options” on page 1-2. This section provides information on connecting for Ethernet communication and setting the IP configuration for your unit, which will allow you to connect to the unit through your network.
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Selecting an Appropriate IP Configuration Selecting an appropriate IP configuration for your network can be difficult. Setting an address that already exists may cause serious network problems. Consult your network administrator for appropriate IP configuration settings.
6. Verify that you have selected the desired power regulation: 4 See pin 6 for “RF Forward power/ DC Bias regulation” on page 4-9. 4 See pin 8 for “RF forward/load power regulation” on page 4-11. Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator For a description of regulation settings, see “Setting Regulation Mode” on page 5-11. 7. Apply the appropriate voltage to pin 5 (SET POINT). See Table 4-2 on page 4-6 for more information. 8. Apply the appropriate voltage to pin 4 (RF PWR ON). See...
Table 4-2 on page 4-6 for more information. 2. Apply water and ensure the water is flowing at or above the specified minimum value (see Table 3-3 on page 3-10). 5-10 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator 3. Power on the system by turning the front panel ON/OFF switch clockwise to a vertical position. The initial front panel screen will display the HPG generator model name, the operating frequency, the maximum RF power, and the software version.
• real indicates load power regulation • bias indicates external power regulation For example, forward power regulation is selected in the following illustration. The “f” indicates forward power regulation mode 5-12 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator SETTING FORWARD POWER REGULATION MODE FORWARD In forward power regulation mode, the HPG Generator regulates RF power with constant forward power. This section explains how to select forward power regulation using the User Port, the Host port, or the front panel.
This section explains how to select external power regulation using the User Port, the Host port, or the front panel. 5-14 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator To Select External Power Regulation Through the User Port: See pin 8 on the 25-pin User port, “RF forward/load power regulation” on page 4-11. To Select External Power Regulation Through the Host Port:...
• Understanding the basic front panel control elements • Using the front panel Program menu • Setting and using Preset generator settings • Using the display settings • Controlling a Dressler Variomatch unit that connected to the generator through the matching interface 5-16 Installation, Setup, and Operation...
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Understanding Basic Front Panel Control Elements Table 5-2 on page 5-17 provides a general overview of the HPG generator’s front panel control elements. (See also Figure 5-2 on page 5-16.) Table 5-2. Overview of CESAR front panel control elements...
You can manually set these functions to meet your specific process needs, and you can store up to ten presets for ten different applications. (To set presets, see “Setting and Using Preset Generator Settings for Different Applications” on page 5-35.) 5-18 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator ACCESSING THE PROGRAM MENU To access the front panel program menu, press the Program soft key. Program Presets Display The LCD graphic display will change to display the program menu structure consisting of the Next, Change, and Exit soft keys.
Next repeatedly until you again reach the desired function. For more specific menu information, see “Front Panel Program Menu Tree” on page 5-21 5-20 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator FRONT PANEL PROGRAM MENU TREE Figure 5-3 Figure 5-4 illustrate the various menus and submenus available in the front panel program menu. The sections that follow explain each menu in greater detail. Control Pforward...
The regulation mode settings allow you to choose among three RF power regulation mode settings to control the generator: • Forward power regulation (P forward In forward power regulation, the HPG Generator regulates RF power with constant forward power. 5-22 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator • Load power regulation, or delivered power regulation (P real In load power regulation, the HPG Generator regulates RF power with constant load (real) power. • External power regulation (DC Bias) In external power regulation, the HPG Generator regulates RF power at a constant DC self bias voltage in the chamber.
HF-Technik GmbH MATCH SETTINGS If your RF power delivery system includes a Dressler Variomatch connected to the matching interface of the HPG generator, you can use this function to control the matching network. This function enables you to set initial tuning capacitor positions (in manual tune control) or to set tuning capacitor presets (in automatic tune control).
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator The capacitors will move to the tune positions, and the associated position values will begin to flash on the display. To manually change the capacitor positions from these initial positions, see “To Adjust the Tune and Load Capacitors Using the HPG Generator Front Panel:”...
8. Press Ok to confirm. To Create the Power Ramping Recipe Using HPG Generator Front Panel: 1. Press the Program soft key. 2. Press Next until you see Recipe Settings on the display. 5-26 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator 3. Press Change. 4. Press Power Ramping. a. Select the number of time frames (1 to 4) you want to use in your recipe using the RF POWER rotary knob. b. Press Ok to confirm.
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2. Press Next until you see Recipe Settings on the display. 3. Press Change. 4. Press Off to turn off the feature. 5. Press the Exit soft key. 6. Press the Execute soft key. 5-28 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator SETTING REMOTE CONTROL OVERRIDE Remote Control Override allows you operate the HPG generator using a combination of front panel control (local) and analog or digital (remote) control. You may control the generator remotely yet retain the following front panel (local) functions: •...
1. Press the Program soft key. 2. Press Next until you see Target Lifetime Settings on the display. 3. Press Change. 4. When Active Target appears, press On. 5. When Energy MAX appears, press Ok. 5-30 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator 6. Press Reset to reset the lifetime counter. 7. Press Ok when the reset message appears. 8. Press Ok. 9. Press the Exit soft key. 10. Press the Execute soft key. REFLECTED POWER SETTINGS The HPG generator can tolerate continuous reflected power;...
This setting enables standard external pulsing. 4 Hi=RFoff Low=RF on This setting enables inverse external pulsing. b. If the pulse function is set to internal pulsing, choose from: 4 Hi=CW Low=Pulse 5-32 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator This setting switches between internal pulsing and continuous power with the pulse input at a high state. 4 Hi=Pulse Low=CW This setting switches between internal pulsing and continuous power with the pulse input at a low state.
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4-23). However, a previous protocol (Dressler) is available for compatibility. Note: To determine if you have an RS-232 port, see “Understanding Model 13150 400 V Options” on page 1-2. To Change the Default Device Configuration Settings Using the HPG Generator Front Panel: 1.
2. Press Execute. Controlling a Variomatch Unit Attached to the Generator When a Dressler Variomatch is connected to the matching interface of the HPG generator and set to manual tune, you can adjust the tune and load positions using the following Matching controls on the front panel. (For information on the matching interface, see “Matching Interface”...
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Variomatch control on the front panel, you must set the generator to Remote Control Override (see “Using the Remote Control Override” on page 5-40). AUTO First, ensure that unit is set to manual tune control. 5-36 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator To Adjust the Tune and Load Capacitors Using the HPG Generator Front Panel: Use the four capacitor keys on the HPG generator front panel to adjust the tune and load capacitor positions (see Table 5-3).
0.1 seconds to 60 seconds. The time increment is 0.1 seconds. 4 The falling edge of the RF envelope can be set to have a linear fall time of 0.1 seconds to 60 seconds. The time increment is 0.1 seconds. 5-38 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator 2. Power ramping recipe The function mode allows you to determine the shape of a power ramp within a certain time frame. There are four programmable time frames. For each time frame, you may control the following parameters: •...
Thus, the target lifetime counter is an energy meter that monitors time and the output power. For working with different targets you can set up and choose among four target lifetime counters. Only one may be active at a time. 5-40 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator To Set a Target Lifetime Through the Host Port: If you are using RS-232, PROFIBUS, or Ethernet to control and monitor the HPG generator: 1. Specify the number of targets: Send one byte for command 11 (see Table 4-13 on page 4-41).
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If you continue to have trouble, refer to the troubleshooting section of the Online Help for the BootP utility software that came with the unit (on a CD- ROM) or contact Customer Support. 5-42 Installation, Setup, and Operation HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Chapter Chapter Troubleshooting and Customer Support This chapter contains basic troubleshooting information, as well as procedures for returning a unit for repair. BEFORE CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT Before contacting Customer Support, perform the following steps or procedures.
4 If unsure or no, check installation or reinstall according to the manual that came with the matching network. 2. Did you verify that the impedance range of the matching network is appropriate to the load? Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator 4 If yes, go to the next step. 4 If unsure or no, see “Improper Impedance Range” on page 6-4. 3. Did you properly establish the RF connections between the generator and the matching network as well as between the matching network and the load? 4 If yes, go to the next step.
These problems can include:’ • Difficulty igniting plasma • Difficulty achieving expected minimum reflected power with manual or automatic tuning by the matching network • Arcing inside the matching network Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator You can change the impedance range of the Variomatch by changing the Variomatch tap settings. For information on checking the Variomatch impedance range and changing the tap settings, see the Variomatch manual. Impedance plots for Variomatch tap settings are available through the Dressler website: http://www.dressler.com.
On the front panel, overload messages end with an exclamation point. The following sections describe error and warning messages, describe their causes, and explain how to resolve them. Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Error Descriptions and Resolutions. Table 6-1 lists the error messages that may occur on the HPG generator, describes each error message, and explains how to resolve the error. If the information in this table does not resolve the problem, contact Customer Support (see “Customer Support”...
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1. Wait for the unit to cool. 2. Ensure the water temperature, flow rate, and pressure are within specification (see “Cooling specifications” on page 3-10). 3. Check the water lines to ensure that they are unobstructed. Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 6-1. Error description and resolution (Continued) Error Message Description and Resolution HV transformer temperature is too high. E12 HV Supply Temperature Too High Cause: Ambient temperature too high/air flow too low. Solution: 1.
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Grid current is negative. E22 Cooling Water Conductance Too High Cause: The cooling water is too conductive. Solution: Make sure that the cooling water is within specifications (see “Cooling Specifications” on page 3-10). 6-10 Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 6-1. Error description and resolution (Continued) Error Message Description and Resolution Plate voltage is below lower limit. E30 Plate Voltage Too Cause: Mains voltage too low for selected transformer tap. Solution: Switch HPG generator off and check mains transformer tap settings to make sure that they match the input voltage.
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Mains. You must have an external switch installed to completely disconnect the Mains. Filament current is below limit. E34 Filament Current Too Low Contact Customer Support (see “Customer Support” on page 6-21). 6-12 Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 6-1. Error description and resolution (Continued) Error Message Description and Resolution Filament current is above upper limit. E35 Filament Current Too High Contact Customer Support (see “Customer Support” on page 6-21). Tube power exceeded limit.
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Mains. Driver supply voltage is low or missing. E83 Driver Supply Failure Cause: Fuse is blown. Solution: Check driver fuses (F8). See “Fuse Is Blown” on page 6-4. 6-14 Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 6-1. Error description and resolution (Continued) Error Message Description and Resolution Software/controller fault: A/D-conversion synchronization E90 A/D-Conversion loss. Failure Causes: • EMC-problem • Software fault • AMR module defective. Solution: Switch generator off and on again, ensure...
The reflected power has exceeded the maximum level. The unit has reduced forward power output to remain Prefl. at limit! within the limits. Output is not at set point. Cause: VSWR is too high. Solution: Reduce VSWR. 6-16 Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Table 6-2. Warning description and resolution (Continued) Warning Message Description and Resolution This warning occurs in external (DC bias) regulation mode when the forward power required to reach the DC Pforw. at limit! bias set point is higher than the user-set limit.
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Grid current near limit conditions could cause the unit to reduce output. See also E42 in Table 6-1 on page 6-7. 6-18 Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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“Setting Target Lifetime PARAMETERS” on page 5-30). The tube will soon reach its calculated life span. Tube lifetime expires Solution: Order a new tube from Dressler and prepare for soon tube change (for contact information, see “Customer Support” on page 6-21).
For additional product information and troubleshooting procedures, consult ® Dressler HF-Technik GmbH’s World Wide Web site: • http://www.dressler.com You may also visit our parent company’s World Wide Web site: • http://www.advanced-energy.com 6-20 Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please contact one of the following offices if you have questions. Note: When calling Customer Support, make sure to have the unit serial number and part number. These numbers are available on unit labels.
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235 Chungho City, Taipei Hsien Email: AET_sales.info@aei.com Taiwan, R.O.C. Singapore APP Systems Service, Pte. Ltd. Phone: +65.6425.6611 11Toh Guan Road East #03-01 Fax: +65.6560.6616 APP Enterprise Building Email: 608603 Singapore technicalsupport@appsystems.com.sg 6-22 Troubleshooting and Customer Support HPG 13150 400 V (A)
HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator RETURNING UNITS FOR REPAIR Before returning any product for repair and/or adjustment, first follow all troubleshooting procedures. If the error or problem persists after following these procedures, please call your Customer Support office. Be prepared to give the model number and serial number of the unit, as well as the reason for the proposed return.
The warranty period is 12 months (24 months in Europe) after ® the date the goods are shipped from Dressler HF-Technik GmbH. In all cases, the seller has sole responsibility for determining the cause and nature of the failure, and the seller's determination with regard thereto shall be final.
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator Index Numerics 4-40 creating recipes 4-47 4-51 25-pin User Port control 4-5 initializing tuning capacitors 4-53 moving tuning capacitors 4-53 4-54 pulsing 4-49 4-52 4-53 AC input power, see input power reading active target 4-57...
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IP configuration 5-6 creating recipes 4-48 Ethernet, see Host control (Ethernet) current exclusive-or 4-27 input line specifications 3-9 customer service, see customer support customer support 6-21 faults before contacting 6-1 see also errors Index HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator FC23 communications transaction 4-26 exception error packet 4-39 communications transaction example 4-28 response packet 4-38 communications transaction illustration send packet 4-36 4-26 4-28 first time operation 5-8 connector 4-22 frequency illustration 4-22 input specifications 3-9...
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PROFIBUS normal 5-11 5-16 connecting 5-5 theory 2-2 download packet 4-32 optional length byte 4-25 troubleshooting with 6-6 output upload packet 4-33 enabling through User port (25-pin) 4-4 upload status bytes 4-34 Index HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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HPG™ 13150 400 V RF Power Generator PROFIBUS port, see Host port (PROFIBUS) cable 3-7 programmable logic controllers (PLCs) 4-29 CEX 3-8 programming clearance 3-7 see communication and commands climatic 3-12 connectors 3-7 cooling 3-10 cooling medium 3-10 reflected power setting...
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4-6 satisfying circuits for operation 4-4 setting a set point 4-9 wiring diagrams 4-15 User port (25-pin) wiring diagrams 4-15 views, see illustrations Virtual Front Panel troubleshooting with 6-6 voltage input line specifications 3-9 Index HPG 13150 400 V (A)
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