About This Manual

Purpose

This Operating Manual provides explanations and procedures for programming the XG 850 Watt Series Programmable DC Power Supply from the GPIB interface and connecting and configuring the power supply to the Ethernet.

Scope

The Manual covers the GPIB and Ethernet interface options only. Refer to the XG 850 Watt Series Programmable DC Power Supply Operating Manual (Part number: M370078-01)for installation, operating procedures, setup, calibration and troubleshooting for your power supply.

Audience

The Manual is intended for the user who is familiar with electronic power supplies, Constant Current and Constant Voltage operating modes and the control of output power. The user should be familiar with practicing safe techniques while making supply or pin connections. The user should also have experience with network-based communications software and protocols.

Organization

This Manual is organized into two chapters, two appendices, and provides Warranty and Product information.

Chapter 1, “GPIB” provides information and procedures on programming the XG 850 Watt Series Programmable DC Power Supply from the GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus) interface.

Chapter 2, “Ethernet (ENET)” provides information and procedures to connect and configure the power supply to the ENET.

Appendix A, “Troubleshooting” provides troubleshooting information for the combined ENET and RS-485 communication and for ENET communication.

Appendix B, “Links” provides the Web site links for relevant third party vendors.

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