TDK-Lambda HFE1600 SERIES User manual
USER MANUAL
LAN Interface
For
HFE POWER SUPPLIES
with
PMBUS Option (/S)
Manual Supplement
Refer to HFE1600/2500 and HFE1600/2500-S1U Instruction Manual for installing
the power supplies, safety requirements and specifications.
IA817-04-01A
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................... 4
1.1 Introduction .........................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Feature Summary...............................................................................................................................4
1.3 Front Panel View ................................................................................................................................8
2. SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................10
3. CONNECT TO NETWORK ..........................................................................13
3.1 LAN Cable........................................................................................................................................... 13
3.2 Types of Networks........................................................................................................................... 13
3.3 Power-up the LAN Module .......................................................................................................... 14
3.4 IP Address........................................................................................................................................... 14
3.5 Hostname........................................................................................................................................... 15
4. LAN SETUP................................................................................................16
4.1 View the IP and MAC Addresses ................................................................................................ 16
4.2 LAN Reset .......................................................................................................................................... 16
5. WEB PAGES ...............................................................................................17
5.1 Benefit of Web Pages ..................................................................................................................... 17
5.2 Opening the HOME Page ............................................................................................................. 17
5.3 The HOME Page ............................................................................................................................... 18
5.4 DC Power Page................................................................................................................................. 19
5.5 LAN Page............................................................................................................................................ 24
6. PROGRAMMING USING VISA DRIVERS...................................................30
6.1 VISA Description.............................................................................................................................. 30
6.2 VXI-11 Compatibility...................................................................................................................... 30
6.3 Opening the VISA Connection ................................................................................................... 30
6.4 Communicating Using VISA ........................................................................................................ 30
7. PROGRAMMING USING SOCKETS...........................................................31
7.1 Socket Description.......................................................................................................................... 31
7.2 Communicating Using Sockets ................................................................................................. 31
7.3 Controller Access: Single and Multiple Clients ..................................................................... 31
7.4 Input Buffer Requirements .......................................................................................................... 32
7.5 Message Terminators .................................................................................................................... 32
7.6 Using TCP Sockets .......................................................................................................................... 32
7.7 Using UDP Sockets ........................................................................................................................ 32
Table of Content
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8. COMMAND SET.........................................................................................33
8.1 Selecting an Individual Power Supply..................................................................................... 33
8.2 Selecting a Group of Power Supplies....................................................................................... 33
8.3 Output On/Off.................................................................................................................................. 33
8.4 Clear Faults ........................................................................................................................................ 33
8.5 Programming the Output Voltage............................................................................................ 34
8.6 Programming the Current Limit (HFE2500/S only)............................................................. 34
8.7 Programming the Maximum allowed Programmable Output Voltage....................... 34
8.8 Output Voltage Monitoring......................................................................................................... 35
8.9 Output Current Monitoring......................................................................................................... 35
8.10 Temperature Monitoring.............................................................................................................. 35
8.11 Read Faults......................................................................................................................................... 35
8.12 Enabling / Disabling the Monitoring Filter ............................................................................ 36
8.13 Programming and Monitoring Coefficients .......................................................................... 36
8.14 Inventory Details of the Power Supply.................................................................................... 36
8.15 Inventory Details of the LAN Module ...................................................................................... 37
8.16 LAN Specific Commands .............................................................................................................. 37
8.17 Scan for Active Power Supplies.................................................................................................. 37
9. TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................38
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Introduction
The Local Area Network (LAN) option for the HFE series power supply allows the user to
remotely program, measure and check status of the power supplies.
The LAN option is designed to communicate with single or multiple supplies in a rack
or with multiple racks housing HFE power supplies.
The LAN option is also designed to communicate with multiple racks, each rack holding
either HFE1600/S or HFE2500/S power supplies with PMBUS option.
The user can install and remove the HFE LAN module with no disruption to the operation
of the HFE power supplies.
A computer’s web page browser can be used to operate the module through a built-in
web page server. For applications including factory and test automation, communication
may be done using several standard network protocols and instrument commands.
1.2 Feature Summary
*Communicate over standard TCP/IP networks
a. LAN (Local Area Network)
b. WAN (Wide Area Network)
c. Communicate across the world using the Internet
*Web page viewable with web page browsers, such as Internet Explorer
d. Configure the network connection settings
e. Graphical user Interface (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.
*LAN Protocols
h. VISA drivers, Telnet, TCP and UDP sockets are supported.
i. VXI-11 Discovery and ping server are supported.
j. SNMP is supported.
k. Easily write custom automation programs.
*Full remote programming functions
l. Compatible with VISA drivers and all the test & measurement utilities.
m. TCP and UDP sockets will support PLCs, Linux and other non-VISA controllers.
*Front Panel features
n. Ethernet RJ-45 connector.
o. LAN Reset button.
p. User may remotely “blink” the front panel to locate the LAN module.
q. Link and Activity LED on RJ-45 connector.
r. LAN Status LED’s.
*I2C Multi-drop Chain
s. Allows connecting up to 16 power supplies (or housing of 2 racks of HFE1600-S1U/
TB or HFE2500-S1U/TB).
t. One LAN IP address shared by all power supplies.
u. Can use combinations of HFE1600/S and HFE2500/S power supplies with the same
LAN module.
v. Support up to 9 HFE1600/S or 7 HFE2500/S power supplies in 2 racks.
PIN No FUNCTION PIN No FUNCTION
A1 ~ A5 NC B12 NC
A6 ~ A10 NC B13 SCL (SERIAL CLOCK)
B1 SIGNAL RETURN B14 NC
B2 MODULE EXIST B15 NC
B3 +12V_AUX_IN B16 NC
B4 NC B17 SDA (SERIAL DATA)
B5 NC B18 NC
B6 NC B19 NC
B7 NC B20 SMB_ALERT
B8 NC B21 NC
B9 NC C1 NC
B10 NC C2 NC
B11 NC C3 NC
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HFE 1600 LAN Outline Drawing
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HFE 2500 LAN Outline Drawing
PI N No . FUNC T I ON PIN No. FUNCT I ON
A1~A10 NC B14 NC
A11~20 NC B15 NC
B1 SIGNA L RETURN B16 NC
B2 MODULE_EXIST B17 SDA (SERIAL DATA)
B3 +12V_AUX_IN B18 NC
B4 NC B19 NC
B5 NC B20 SMB_ALERT
B6 NC B21 NC
B7 NC B22 NC
B8 NC B23 NC
B9 NC B24 NC
B10 NC C1 NC
B11 NC C2 NC
B12 NC C3 NC
B13 SCL (SERIAL CLOCK)
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HFE 1600 - LAN
Connector Position Signal Names Description
B1 SIGNAL RETURN Return for PMBus signals: SCL, SDA, SMB ALERT
B2 MODULE EXIST Indicates that module is inserted into the shelf.
“Active low”when connected to SIGNAL RETURN
B3 +12V AUX IN 12V DC Input referenced to SIGNAL RETURN.
(11.2 ~ 12.5V, 500mA max)
B13 SCL Serial Clock signal
B17 SDA Serial Data signal
B20 SMB ALERT PMBus INTERRUPT Signal
Table 1. HFE 1600-LAN Pin Assignment
HFE 2500 - LAN
Connector Position Signal Names Description
B1 SIGNAL RETURN Return for PMBus signals: SCL, SDA, SMB ALERT
B2 MODULE EXIST Indicates that module is inserted into the shelf.
“Active low”when connected to SIGNAL RETURN
B3 +12V AUX IN 12V DC Input referenced to SIGNAL RETURN.
(11.2 ~ 12.5V, 500mA max)
B13 SCL Serial Clock signal
B17 SDA Serial Data signal
B20 SMB ALERT PMBus INTERRUPT Signal
Table 2. HFE 2500-LAN Pin Assignment
IN / OUT Connector Pin Assignment
Note - If HFE LAN module is installed in the rack, +12V_AUX (pin 38 of J1 connector
on HFE/S1U rack) cannot be used as an auxiliary supply.
Note - If HFE LAN module is installed in the rack, +12V_AUX (pin 38 of J1 connector
on HFE/S1U rack) cannot be used as an auxiliary supply.
1.3 Front Panel View
The module front panel, is shown below.
Figure 1. LAN Front Panel
1. LAN Connector: RJ45, 8 pin, 10/100MBps and IEEE802.3 compliant.
2. Link/Activity LED: This LED, embedded in the RJ-45 socket, glows green and
blinks when the connection is made to an active network and packets are being
transmitted.
3. Speed LED: This Amber LED is ON at speed of 100MBps and OFF at speed of 10MBps.
4. LAN Status LED: There are two LED’s next to the RJ-45 connector. It shows:
• Normal Operation: Steady green. The module has an active LAN connection
• Device Identify: Blinking green. The identify function is turned on from a remote
computer using the web page or with command. It is used to identify one LAN module
in a rack of instruments. This will also blink if there is a duplicate IP. The blinking is
turned off by the web page or by sending a LAN specific command.
• LAN Fault: Steady red. Shows the LAN mode is not enabled, the LAN connection
was never made, or that the LAN connection was made and then broken.
5. Reset Switch: This switch resets the LAN to its default settings.
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Safety Approvals
1. Specification
Applicable safety standards IEC/EN/UL 60950-1
Withstand voltage I/O connector AC pins C2, C3 -
Ground
2000VAC/2828VDC
I/O connector AC pins C2, C3 - LAN/
Rear connector
3000VAC/4242VDC
LAN/Rear connector - Ground 500VAC/707VDC
2. Safety Approvals
UL 60950-1 and CSA22.2 No.60950-1 - UL Recognized. C-UL for Canada.
IEC 60950-1 - CB Report and Certificate.
EN 60950-1 - CE mark.
Marking by the CE Symbol indicates compliance to the Low Voltage Directive of the
European Union.
A“Declaration of Conformity”in accordance with the preceding directives and standards
has been made and is on file at our EU representativeTDK LAMBDA UK, located at Kingsley
Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon EX34 8ES, UK. A“Declaration of Conformity”may be accessed
via company website www.uk.tdk-lambda.com/technical-data
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: The following safety precaution must be observed during all phases of operation,
service and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with the safety precautions or warnings
in this document violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of this
equipment and may impair the built-in protections within. TDK Lambda shall not be liable
for user’s failure to comply with these requirements.
CAUTION: HFE1600/2500-LAN unit is not authorized for use as critical component in nuclear
control systems, life support systems or equipment for use in hazardous environments without
the express written approval of the managing director of TDK-Lambda.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
HFE1600/2500-LAN unit intended for use under following environments:
*Indoor use
* Pollution degree 2
* Max. operational altitude: 3000m above sea level
*Ambient temperature: -10°C ~ +70°C.
PARTS SUBSTITUTIONS & MODIFICATIONS
Parts substitutions and modifications are authorized TDK Lambda service personnel only.
For repairs or modifications, the instrument must be returned toTDK Lambda service facility.
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 GENERAL
When using the HFE LAN, the ratings and accuracies are the same as for the programming
and monitoring using PMBUS. Refer to the Instruction Manual for HFE power supply
(/S option) for the specifications and calculations.
2.2 ELECTRICAL
Ethernet
Auto-MDIX
Auto-Negotiate
Meets IEEE 802.3u specifications
Accepts patch or cross-over cable connection
Selects fastest of 10Base-T or 100Base-T networks
(10 or 100 Megabits per second)
2.3 NETWORK CONFIGURATION
MAC Address
IP Address
DHCP
Auto-IP
Static IP
Hostname
Duplicate IP Detection
Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
DNS Server
LAN Reset
TDK-Lambda is assigned: 00:19:f9:xx:xx:xx
xx:xx:xx is the unique address for each unit
Can be detected with discovery tool
Discovery tool is available on
http://www.lxistandard.org/About/LXI-Discovery-Tools.aspx
IP can be changed via the Web Page or via SNMP
Get address from network server, leasing services.
Create own IP address: 169.254.xxx.xxx
xxx.xxx is created by the module.
Any IP fixed by the operator.
NetBIOS. Operator settable name.
Reject duplicate setting.
Mask set by DHCP or static
Address set by DHCP or static
Address set by DHCP
Reset configuration by front panel or a command
2.4 LAN PROTOCOLS
TCP
IPv4
Instrument Protocols:
VXI-11
VISA
TCP Sockets
UDP Sockets
VXI-11 Discovery
Ping Server
HTTP
SNMP
LAN packets follow Transmission Control Protocol
Internet Protocol version 4
Supports Core channel, not Abort or Interrupt channels
VXI-11 compliant, uses RPC and Port mapper.
Send commands to port 8003
Send commands to port 8005
Find connected instruments
Verify LAN connection to instrument
Web page server with Java scripts.
Collects and manages information of devices connected to
the network.
2.5 COMMANDS Control, Measurement and Status
(Refer to Section 8 for the full set)
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2.6 WEB PAGES
Multiple users
Identity
LAN Configuration
Active Control GUI
Send Commands
Maximum 2 web pages can be open at once
Identify power supply model, serial number, revision etc.
View and set LAN configuration
Program and read output settings
Send commands, read errors
2.7 INDICATORS
Speed LED
Activity LED
LAN Status LED
Blink Identify
Indicates the speed at which the communication is running.
Lit –100MBps.
Non Lit - 10MBps.
Indicates when LAN packets are detected.
Red/green, indicates module has valid IP connection
Find the LAN Module by remotely blinking the front panel LED
2.8 SWITCHES
LAN Reset Reset LAN settings via front panel
2.9 SECURITY
Web Page Password
Single Client Only
Block UDP Sockets
Disable VXI-11 Discovery
Disable Ping Server
Can set password to prevent unauthorized or accidental
changes to LAN module settings or suply settings
Set to prevent multiple programs from taking control
Single client will block attacks through UDP sockets
Stop intruders from finding the module
Stop intruders from finding the module
COMPLIANCE
1Operating Temperature -10 ~ +70C
2Storage Temperature -30 ~ +85C
3 Operating Humidity 10~90% RH, no condensation
4 Storage Humidity 10~95% RH, no condensation
5 Vibration Built to meet IEC60068-2-64(Basic Transportation)
6 Shock Built to meet IEC60068-2-27(Basic Transportation)
7 Immunity Built to meet IEC61000-4-2(Level 2,3), -3(Level 2), -4(Level 2),
-5 (Level 3,4), -6(Level 2), -8(Level 4), -11
8 Weight Max 0.8 Kg
9 Size (W*H*D) HFE1600 - 85 x 41 x 300mm
HFE2500 - 107 x 41 x 325mm
Table 3. Compliance
Specifications 5,6,7 in Table 3 are relevant only if the LAN module is installed in HFE1600/2500-
S1U racks
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2.10 LAN Command Speed
The following communication speeds are typical values only. In addition to the variability
in the LAN interface, there are timing variations within the controller and the network
routing.
VISA Drivers Speed
Commands and queries sent using VISA drivers generally take 10 mSec longer than the
same message sent using TCP sockets.
TCP Sockets Speed
Typical Command or query speeds:
System Queries
Examples:
MEAS:VOLT?
MEAS:CURR?
MEAS:TEMP?
~ 40mSec
Instrument Select for Multi-drop
Example:
INST:NSEL?
~ 40mSec
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3. CONNECT TO NETWORK
3.1 LAN Cable
The LAN cable must be supplied by the customer. It may be a standard straight“patch”
CAT-5 (or better) network cable or it may be a“crossover”cable where the pins are reversed
on one end. The cable type is auto-detected by the module.
3.2 Types of Networks
There are basically two types of networks that are discussed here:
1. NETWORK WITH A SERVER: this is the typical local area network with a computer
acting as a server and network administrator to keep it running.The server will assign
the IP address and other settings to the LAN module.
2. PEER-TO-PEER NETWORK: this is typically the situation when connecting the LAN
module directly to a computer that is not a network server. The LAN module will
configure its own IP address and settings.
Figure 3. Peer-to-Peer Connection
Figure 2. Server Network Connection
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3.3 Power-up the LAN Module
The LAN module will automatically detect if it is connected to or disconnected from a
network. It will also automatically look for a network server and receive or create an IP
address. It will also broadcast its IP address and hostname to all other devices on the
network.
1. Insert the module into any slot of the HFE rack. The front panel LAN status LED will
initially be red.
2. The LAN cable may be connected before or after the module is inserted.
3. For a server network, wait about 10 seconds.
See that the front panel LAN Status LED turns green.
4. For a peer-to-peer network, wait about 60-90 seconds.
See that the front panel LAN Status LED turns green.
When the LAN Status LED turns green, the module has received an IP address.
Run the discovery tool to check the IP address received by the module.
If the LAN Status LED does not turn green, see troubleshooting section.
Note – There should be at least one HFE supply in the rack for the module to operate.
3.4 IP Address
The simplest and most reliable way to open a network connection is using the module’s IP
address.This is a group of four numbers separated by periods (for example: 10.1.15.123).
This IP address may be viewed by running the discovery tool.
There are three modes by which the module can get an IP address, as show in this table:
IP Address DHCP Auto-IP Static IP
Mode Select DHCP is default after
“LAN Reset”
Default after “LAN
Reset” if no DHCP
server is used
May be set in the “LAN Modify”
web page (see section 5.5.2)
or by SNMP.
Assignment Assigned by the
network server
Assigned by the LAN
module.
Assigned in the“LAN Modify”web
page (see section 5.5.2)
or by SNMP.
Range Any address 169.254.xxx.xxx Any address
Lifetime Address may change
as the DHCP server
assigns addresses
dynamically to many
instruments
Address may change
for the LAN module
Fixed for the LAN module
Duplicate
Addresses
The DHCP server
should prevent
duplicate IP addresses
Finds available auto-
IP address
Returns to original IP (before
change), LAN Status LED blinks.
If duplicate IP is detected at AC ON,
the IP defaults to DHCP or Auto-IP,
LAN Status LED blinks.
Table 4: Assignment of IP address by different Protocols
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3.5 Hostname
The hostname is an address in the form of text instead of numbers (for example: HFE-
LAN-222). In order to work with the Hostname, a naming service (such as NetBIOS) must
be running in the LAN computer.
A custom hostname can be created through the web page (see section 5.5.2) or SNMP.
For example, if the hostname is changed to“TDK-LAMBDA”, a control program can send
a command to“TDK-LAMBDA”.
The Hostname can be up to 15 characters. First character must be a letter. Last character
must be a letter or digit. Intervening characters must be either a letter, digit or hyphen.
After a“LAN Reset”, the module will create a default hostname based on the model and
serial number of the module.
The default hostname is in the following format:
HFE-LAN – < last 3 digits of serial number >
Hostname DHCP, Auto and Static IP
Default Hostname HFE-LAN-nnn
Hostname Protocol Hostname by NetBIOS
Hostname on Web Pages Shows Host name on “Home”page and “LAN Configure” page
Table 5 – Host Name format in different Protocols
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4. LAN SETUP
4.1 View the IP and MAC Addresses
When the module is running, the IP and MAC addresses can be viewed by following
these steps:
To view the IP address-
1. Run the discovery tool. It will detect the module and show its IP Address, Manufacturer
Name, Serial Number and Firmware Revision. IP address can also be read via a LAN
specific command
To view the MAC address-
1. There is a label on the cover of the module indicating the MAC address.
2. MAC address can also be seen on the “Home” page via a Web browser and can be
read via a LAN specific command.
4.2 LAN Reset
LAN reset can be done via a LAN specific command or via the front panel reset switch.
The default LAN settings are:
o DHCP enabled
o If DHCP fails to get a lease, auto-IP settings will be obtained.
o Hostname: HFE-LAN-last 3 digits of Serial Number.
o Description: TDK-LAMBDA HFE-LAN Last 3 digits of Serial Number.
o Controller Access One Client Only
o Ping Server: Enabled
o Keep-Alive 1800 Seconds (30 minutes)
o Auto-Negotiate: Automatically select network speed
o VXI-11 Discovery: Enabled
o Password: None
o mDNS: Enabled
o DNS-SD: Enabled
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5. WEB PAGES
Note – All figures in the web page section are examples only.
5.1 Benefit of Web Pages
The HFE LAN web pages are useful for:
• Reading the module’s model name, revision and LAN setup information
• Configuring the LAN connection
• Programming and reading the Power Supplies condition and reading the inventory
details
5.2 Opening the HOME Page
Once the front panel LAN Status LED has turned green (see Section 1.3), you may open
the HFE LAN web page.
1. Read the IP address of the module (see section 4.1)
2. Open a web page browser program such as Internet Explorer or Chrome. Type the
module’s IP address as shown below.
The module’s Home page will appear. If it does not, see Troubleshooting section.
3. Alternately, the hostname may be used for addressing the web page as shown below
(if the module is set for “DHCP/Auto-IP”, and NetBIOS naming service is running on
the computer). See Section 3.5 for a description of the hostname
The module’s Home page will appear. If it does not, see Troubleshooting section.
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5.3 The HOME Page
The following page appears when the web page is first opened or when it is refreshed:
VISA Name Using IP Address: For automation programming, VISA is a type of
communication driver. For LAN instruments, the IP address may be used in the VISA
resource descriptor.
VISA Name Using Hostname: For automation programming, an alternate VISA resource
descriptor using the module’s hostname. See section 3.5
Hostname: A unique name for a device on a network. The default hostname is described
in section 3.5, it is configured in section 5.5.2.
Auto-MDIX: The LAN module will automatically detect if a patch or cross-over LAN
cable is used.
Auto-Negotiate: The LAN will automatically adjust its speed to the fastest available.
Figure 4. HOME Page
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5.4 DC Power Page
When the “DC Power” tab is clicked, the following web page opens. This page and its
submenus allows the user to make operations on the power supplies.
5.4.1 DC Power ➔ Output Page
Measurement Section
Multi Drop Supply Address: Power Supply address will be from 0 to 12 depending
on the slot in which the Power Supply is placed and the position of the DIP
switch on the rear of the rack. Please refer to HFE1600-S1U and HFE2500-S1U
user manuals for details on the slots and the DIP switch.
The address selected in this dropdown menu will correspond to the address of
the Power Supplies installed in the rack.
Please refer to the table below for a link between the address in the drop down
menu to address of the Power Supplies installed in the rack.
Drop Down Address Actual HFE Address
HFE 0 0010000
HFE 1 0010001
HFE 2 0010010
HFE 3 0010011
HFE 4 0010100
HFE 5 0010101
HFE 6 001 0110
HFE 7 0010111
HFE 8 0011000
HFE 9 0011001
HFE 10 0011010
HFE 11 0011011
HFE 12 0011100
Table 6. Multi Drop Supply Address
Figure 5. DC Power Page
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Refresh List: When this button is clicked, the web page will make a scan to find connected HFE
Power Supplies and put the discovered addresses into the list box.
Every time the“DC Power”web page is opened, it will automatically scan for all connected Power
Supplies and display it in the drop down menu. If a Power Supply is added or removed after
opening the “DC Power” web page, the “Refresh List” button will have to be clicked.
Blink Identify: When this button is clicked, the LAN module LAN LED (Green) blinks. This function
allows the user to quickly identify which module is being communicated to in a rack of instruments.
The blink identify is turned OFF by clicking this button again or with a LAN specific command.
Measurements: This section displays the selected Power Supply’s actual output voltage and
current.
Please refer to HFE User Manual (/S option) for the range of Voltage, Current and Temperature
Measurements for each model.
Settings Section
To change the Power Supply settings or the LAN settings, a user must first log in.
Login Rules:
Only one web page user may be logged-in at a time to modify the power supply settings. Only
one additional web page user may view the web pages of a power supply at the same time.
If an automation program using VISA or socket connection is running, you may view the web
pages but you cannot login to change settings. Only one web page user may view the power
supply settings.
If a web page user is logged in, a VISA or socket connection cannot be opened by an automation
program.
Note - It is prohibited to run combinations other than that specified in login rules.
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