Remote Programming Commands
The Multiple Electronic Load command set consists of more than 60 HPSL compatible commands. The HPSL commands have many optional key words which can be used to document your programs. Most of the commands have a query syntax which allows the present parameter settings to be read back to the controller. All of these details are given in the Electronic Load Family Programming Reference Guide .
The Multiple Electronic Load’s major functions can be programmed using a relatively few number of these commands. Figure
The remaining paragraphs in this chapter give a few simple programming examples to help you get started. In each example, it is assumed that a dc power source is connected to the selected channel’s input binding posts. Also, the following points are important to remember when you are remotely programming CC, CR, and CV values.
1.Modes
The CC, CR, and CV values can be programmed whether or not the associated mode is active. If the input is turned on, all of the applicable values will take effect at the input when the associated mode is selected.
2.Ranges
Changing the CC or CR programming range can cause the present settings to be automatically adjusted to fit within the new range. See Setting CC Values and Setting CR Values in Chapter 4. During a range change, the input will go through a
3.Transient levels
The transient CC or CV level must be set to a higher level than the respective main level. In the low range, the transient CR level must be set to a higher level than the main CR level. In the middle and high ranges, the transient CR level must be set to a lower level than the main CR level.
4.Slew Rates
The CC slew rate is programmed in amps/second. There are
5.Programmable Current Protection (CURR:PROT)
The programmable current limit is in effect for any mode of operation (not just the CC mode). When programmable current protection is enabled, and the programmed current limit and time delay are exceeded, the module’s input will be turned off.
6.Measurement Overload (OVLD)
If the input voltage exceeds the maximum measurement capability of a module, an overload (OVLD) condition will be indicated in the return values that resulted from a MEAS:VOLT? or MEAS:POW? query sent to the associated channel. The MEAS:POW? query will return an overload indication if either voltage or current has exceeded the module’s maximum measurement capability since power is calculated from voltage and current. Overload is