Xantrex GPIB-M-HPD User manual

Operating Manual
Internal GPIB-M Interface:
Multichannel Functionality
for Programmable DC
Power Supplies
GPIB-M-XPD
GPIB-M-XT
GPIB-M-HPD
GPIB-M-XHR
GPIB-M-XFR
GPIB-M-XFR3

Operating Manual for
Internal GPIB-M Interface:
Multichannel Functionality
for Programmable DC
Power Supplies

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Limited
Warranty
What does this warranty cover and how long does it last?
This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology, Inc. (“Xantrex”) and
covers defects in workmanship and materials in your GPIB-M Interface Card. This
warranty lasts for a Warranty Period of 5 years from the date of purchase at point of
sale to you, the original end user customer.
What will Xantrex do?
Xantrex will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product free of charge,
provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the Warranty Period,
and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence of such a
defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty.
Xantrex will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned parts in performing
warranty repair and building replacement products. Xantrex reserves the right to use
parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement. If
Xantrex repairs or replaces a product, its warranty continues for the remaining
portion of the original Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return
shipment to the customer, whichever is greater. All replaced products and all parts
removed from repaired products become the property of Xantrex.
Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product, and return
shipment to the customer via a Xantrex-selected non-expedited surface freight
within the contiguous United States and Canada. Alaska and Hawaii are excluded.
Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments
outside of the contiguous United States and Canada.
How do you get service?
If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service, contact your merchant.
If you are unable to contact your merchant, or the merchant is unable to provide
service, contact Xantrex directly at:
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free North America: 1 800 667 8422
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

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Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material
Authorization Policy described in your product manual. For some products, Xantrex
maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call Xantrex or check
our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities.
In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the
product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written
authorization by Xantrex.
Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms:
•The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of
sale to the end user, or
•The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment
manufacturer (OEM) status, or
•The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under
warranty
What does this warranty not cover?
This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs
related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer’s electrical
systems. This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any
defect in or damage to:
a. the product if it has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, physically
damaged or altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper
use or use in an unsuitable environment;
b. the product if it has been subjected to fire, water, generalized corrosion,
biological infestations, and high input voltage from lightning strikes;
c. the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized
service centers (hereafter “ASCs”);
d. the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by
another manufacturer;
e. the product if its original identification (trade-mark, serial number) markings
have been defaced, altered, or removed.

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Disclaimer Product
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED
BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS, WHERE
PERMITTED BY LAW, IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS,
GUARANTEES, REPRESENTATIONS, OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT,
HOWEVER ARISING (WHETHER BY CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, PRINCIPLES
OF MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY, OPERATION OF LAW, CONDUCT, STATEMENT
OR OTHERWISE), INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
OR CONDITION OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER
APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS OR EXPENSES
HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT
RESTRICTION ANY ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO
PROPERTY, ANY PERSONAL INJURY, ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR
AS A RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE, OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION,
INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT.
Exclusions If this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an exclusion of
implied warranties. To the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal
law, to the extent permitted by applicable law they are limited to the duration of this
Limited Warranty. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations or exclusions
on implied warranties or on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation
or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation(s) or
exclusion(s) may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal
rights. You may have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to
province.

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Information WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, UNLESS
SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO BY IT IN WRITING, XANTREX
a. MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY
OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN MANUALS OR
OTHER DOCUMENTATION PROVIDED BY IT IN CONNECTION WITH THE
PRODUCT; AND
b. ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSSES, DAMAGES,
COSTS OR EXPENSES, WHETHER SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF
SUCH INFORMATION.
THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.
WARNING:
Limitations
on Use
Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product.
Specifically, please note that this power supply is not intended for use in connection
with life support systems and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in
connection with any use of the product for such purposes.
Xantrex Technology, Inc.
8999 Nelson Way
Burnaby, British Columbia
Canada V5A 4B5
Information
About Your
Power
Supply
Please record the following information when you first open your Power Supply
package:
Release Release 2.1 (2003-04)
Copyright © 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All rights reserved.
Printed in Canada
Model Number ______________________________________________
Serial Number ______________________________________________
Purchased From ______________________________________________
Purchase Date ______________________________________________

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Power
Supply
Safety
Warnings,
Cautions,
and Notes
Warnings, cautions, and notes are defined and formatted in this manual as shown
below.
WARNING—High Energy and High Voltage
Exercise caution when using and calibrating a power supply. High energy levels
can be stored at the output voltage terminals on a power supply in normal
operation. In addition, potentially lethal voltages exist in the power circuit and on
the output and sense connectors of a power supply with a rated output greater
than 40 V. Filter capacitors store potentially dangerous energy for some time after
power is removed.
!
CAUTION
Operate the power supply in an environment free of flammable gases or fumes.
To ensure that the power supply’s safety features are not compromised, use the
power supply as specified in this manual and do not substitute parts or make any
unauthorized modifications. Contact the service technician for service and repair
help. Repairs must be made by experienced service technicians only.
WARNING
Describes a potential hazard which could result in injury or death, or, a procedure
which, if not performed correctly, could result in injury or death.
!
CAUTION
Describes a procedure which, if not performed correctly, could result in damage
to data, equipment, or systems.
Note
Describes additional operating information which may affect the performance of the
equipment.

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About This Manual
This operating manual is for the internal Multichannel Interface (GPIB-M), a
microprocessor-controlled option card for your DC output power supply. This
manual provides you with descriptions and specifications, user options, and
configuration instructions, in addition to a command set which enables you to
manage the power supply from an external source. Error messages and calibration
procedures are also included.
This manual is designed for the user who is familiar with basic electrical theory
especially as it applies to the operation of power supplies. This implies a recognition
of Constant Voltage and Constant Current operation modes and the control of input
and output power, as well as the observance of safe techniques while effecting supply
or pin connections and any changes in switch settings. The user should also have
experience with a computer-based communications software package.
Refer to your power supply manual for installation, configuration, and operating
procedures for your power supply.
Main Sections
Section 1 Features and Specifications Describes the power supply and lists
its features and specifications.
Section 2 Installation and Configuration Gives basic setup procedures.
Describes inspection, cleaning, shipping, and storage procedures. Includes
additional options for configuring the GPIB-M interface for operation.
Section 3 Operation Describes operation of each feature.
Section 4 Status Registers Details status registers and how to use them to
monitor the power supply status.
Section 5 Current Sharing Explains how to configure the power supply for
current sharing among units connected in parallel.
Appendix A GPIB Describes the General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB)
commands and lines supported by specific products with the Multichannel Interface
installed.

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Appendix B SCPI Command Reference Describes the Standard Commands
for Programmable Instruments (SCPI) commands supported by various products
with the Multichannel Interface installed.
Appendix C Error Messages Describes the error messages that could appear
during operation.
Appendix D Calibration Provides the calibration procedures and parameters.
Manual Revisions
The current release of this manual is listed below. Updates may be issued as an
addendum.
Release 2.1 (2003-04)
Power Supply Safety Markings
Alternating Current Off (Supply)
Earth (Ground) Terminal On (Supply)
Protective Conductor Terminal
Caution (Check manual for
additional information.)