Programmable DC Power Supplies

750W/1500W in 1U
Built in RS-232 & RS-485 Interface
Advanced Parallel Operation

Optional Interface:
Compliant LAN
IEEE488.2 SCPI (GPIB) Multi-Drop
Isolated Analog Programming
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GENESYS
GEN 750W/1500W SERIES POWER
SUPPLIES
TM
GENESYS
USER MANUAL
GEN 750W/1500W SERIES POWER
SUPPLIES

USER MANUAL
This Manual Covers Models:

GEN6-100 GEN12.5-120 GEN40-19

GEN6-200 GEN20-38 GEN40-38
GEN8-90 GEN20-76 GEN50-30
GEN8-180This Manual Covers Models:
GEN30-25 GEN60-12.5
GEN12.5-60 GEN30-50 GEN60-25
GEN6-100 GEN12.5-120 GEN40-19
GEN6-200GEN80-9.5GEN20-38 GEN40-38
GEN150-10
GEN8-90GEN80-19 GEN20-76 GEN50-30
GEN300-2.5
GEN8-180 GEN30-25
GEN100-7.5 GEN300-5GEN60-12.5
GEN12.5-60
GEN100-15GEN30-50 GEN60-25
GEN600-1.3
GEN150-5 GEN600-2.6
GEN80-9.5 GEN150-10
GEN80-19 GEN300-2.5
Manual Supplement
GEN100-7.5 GEN300-5 IA575-04-01 Rev.L

For units equipped with IEEE488.2GEN600-1.3

GEN100-15 (GPIB) Interface option,
refer to Manual GEN150-5
IA586-04-01_. GEN600-2.6

For units equipped with LAN Interface option, IA575-04-01 Rev.L

refer to Manual IA672-04-01_.

IA575-04-01-Rev. V
 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
GEN750/1500/GENH series

We, TDK-Lambda Ltd., located at Haharoshet St. 56 Industrial Zone P.O.B. 500 Karmiel, Israel declare under
our sole responsibility that the GEN750/1500/GENH series as detailed on the products covered sheet comply
with the provisions of the following European Directive and are eligible to bear the CE mark:
Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS2)
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
Assurance of conformance of the described product with the provisions of the stated EC Directives is given
through compliance to the following standards:

Electrical Safety EN 60950-1:2006+A11+A1+A12

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): EN 55022:2010
EN 55024:2010
EN 61000-3-3:2008
which cover testing to the following standards:

EN 55022:2010 Conducted Emissions Class B

Radiated Emissions Class A
EN 61000-4-2: 2009 ESD AD: 8KV, CD:4KV
EN 61000-4-3: 2006+A1:2008+A2:2010 Radiated Immunity 3V/m
EN 61000-4-4: 2004+A1:2010 EFT/B Power leads: 2KV
Signal leads: 0.5KV
EN 61000-4-5 :2006 Conductive Surges Common mode: 2KV
Differential mode: 1KV
EN 61000-4-6 :2007 Conducted Disturbances 3Vrms
EN 61000-4-8 :2010 Immunity to Mag. Field 1A/m
EN 61000-4-11:2004 Voltage Dips

Our European Representative in the EU is TDK-Lambda UK Limited, located at Kingsley Avenue, llfracombe,
Devon, EX34 8ES UK. Further, all products covered by this declaration are manufactured in accordance with
ISO9000:2008 which ensure continued compliance of the products with the requirements of the Low Voltage
Directive and EMC Directive.

Name of Authorized Signatory Adam Rawicz

Signature of Authorized Signatory
Position of Authorized Signatory Marketing Director EMEA
Date 24 June 2013
Date Series first CE marked 20th December 2002
Place where signed Ilfracombe, Devon, England

TDK-Lambda Ltd. Haharoshet St. 56 Industrial Zone P.O.B. 500 Karmiel,

TDK-Lambda Israel Zone P.O.B 500 Karmiel, Israel
Ltd., Industrial
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WARRANTY ..........................................................................................................................................Pg.1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................................... Pg.2
GERMAN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................... Pg.4

CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................... Pg.6

1.1 OPERATION MANUAL CONTENT .................................................................................................Pg.6
1.2 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................Pg.6
1.2.1 General description ................................................................................................................ Pg.6
1.2.2 Models covered ......................................................................................................................Pg.6
1.2.3 Features and options ............................................................................................................. Pg.6
1.2.4 Multiple output power system .................................................................................................Pg.7
1.2.5 Control via the serial communication port .............................................................................. Pg.7
1.2.6 Analog voltage programming and monitoring .................................................................. ......Pg.7
1.2.7 Parallel operation ................................................................................................................... Pg.7
1.2.8 Output connections ................................................................................................................ Pg.7
1.2.9 Cooling and mechanical construction .................................................................................... Pg.8
1.3 ACCESSORIES ...............................................................................................................................Pg.8
1.3.1 General .................................................................................................................................. Pg.8
1.3.2 Serial link cable ...................................................................................................................... Pg.8
1.3.3 Misc. hardware .......................................................................................................................Pg.8
1.3.4 AC cables ............................................................................................................................... Pg.8
1.3.5 Serial Port Cables .................................................................................................................. Pg.8

CHAPTER 2 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................... Pg.9

2.1 OUTPUT RATING ........................................................................................................................... Pg.9
2.2 INPUT CHARACTERISTICS .......................................................................................................... Pg.9
2.3 CONSTANT VOLTAGE MODE ....................................................................................................... Pg.9
2.4 CONSTANT CURRENT MODE ...................................................................................................... Pg.9
2.5 ANALOG PROGRAMMING AND MONITORING ............................................................................Pg.9
2.6 PROGRAMMING AND READBACK ............................................................................................... Pg.10
2.7 PROTECTIVE FUNCTIONS ........................................................................................................... Pg.10
2.8 FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................................................Pg.10
2.9 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS .................................................................................................. Pg.10
2.10 MECHANICAL .............................................................................................................................. Pg.10
2.11 SAFETY/EMC ............................................................................................................................... Pg.10
2.12 SUPPLEMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS .......................................................................................Pg.11
2.13 OUTLINE DRAWINGS ................................................................................................................. Pg.12

CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................... Pg.13

3.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... Pg.13
3.2 PREPARATION FOR USE .............................................................................................................. Pg.13
3.3 INITIAL INSPECTION ..................................................................................................................... Pg.13
3.4 RACK MOUNTING ..........................................................................................................................Pg.13
3.4.1 To install the power supply in a rack .......................................................................................Pg.13
3.4.2 Rack mount slides ..................................................................................................................Pg.14
3.5 LOCATION MOUNTING AND COOLING ....................................................................................... Pg.14
3.6 AC SOURCE REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................... Pg.14
3.7 AC INPUT POWER CONNECTION ................................................................................................Pg.14
3.7.1 AC input connector, 1500W models ....................................................................................... Pg.15
3.7.2 AC input connector, 750W models ......................................................................................... Pg.15
3.7.3 AC input cord ..........................................................................................................................Pg.15
3.7.4 AC input wire connection, 1500W models ..............................................................................Pg.15
3.8 TURN-ON CHECKOUT PROCEDURE ...........................................................................................Pg.16
3.8.1 General ...................................................................................................................................Pg.16
3.8.2 Prior to operation ................................................................................................................... Pg.16
3.8.3 Constant voltage check ..........................................................................................................Pg.17
3.8.4 Constant current check .......................................................................................................... Pg.17
3.8.5 OVP check ............................................................................................................................. Pg.17
3.8.6 UVL check ..............................................................................................................................Pg.17
3.8.7 Foldback check ...................................................................................................................... Pg.18
3.8.8 Address setting ...................................................................................................................... Pg.18
3.8.9 Baud rate setting .................................................................................................................... Pg.18
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3.9 CONNECTING THE LOAD .......................................................................................................... Pg.18

3.9.1 Load Wiring .......................................................................................................................... Pg.18
3.9.2 Current Carrying Capacity ................................................................................................... Pg.18
3.9.3 Wire termination ................................................................................................................. Pg.19
3.9.4 Noise and Impedance Effects .............................................................................................. Pg.20
3.9.5 Inductive loads ..................................................................................................................... Pg.20
3.9.6 Making the load connections ................................................................................................ Pg.20
3.9.7 Connecting single loads, local sensing (default) .................................................................. Pg.23
3.9.8 Connecting single loads, remote sensing ............................................................................ Pg.23
3.9.9 Connecting multiple loads, radial distribution method .......................................................... Pg.23
3.9.10 Multiple loads connection with distribution terminals ......................................................... Pg.24
3.9.11 Grounding outputs ............................................................................................................. Pg.24
3.10 LOCAL AND REMOTE SENSING ............................................................................................. Pg.25
3.10.1 Sensing wiring ................................................................................................................... Pg.25
3.10.2 Local sensing ..................................................................................................................... Pg.25
3.10.3 Remote sensing ................................................................................................................. Pg.26
3.10.4 J2 sense connector technical information .......................................................................... Pg.26
3.11 REPACKAGING FOR SHIPMENT ............................................................................................. Pg.26

CHAPTER 4 FRONT AND REAR PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS ............... Pg.27
4.1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... Pg.27
4.2 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ........................................................................ Pg.27
4.3 REAR PANEL ............................................................................................................................... Pg.29
4.4 REAR PANEL SW1 SETUP SWITCH ......................................................................................... Pg.30
4.4.1 SW1 positions functions ...................................................................................................... Pg.31
4.4.2 Resetting the switch ............................................................................................................. Pg.31
4.5 REAR PANEL J1 PROGRAMMING AND MONITORING CONNECTOR .................................... Pg.32
4.5.1 Making J1 connections ........................................................................................................ Pg.32

CHAPTER 5 LOCAL OPERATION ............................................................................................. Pg.34

5.1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... Pg.34
5.2 STANDARD OPERATION ............................................................................................................ Pg.34
5.2.1 Constant Voltage Mode ....................................................................................................... Pg.34
5.2.2 Constant Current Operation ................................................................................................. Pg.34
5.2.3 Automatic Crossover ............................................................................................................ Pg.35
5.3 OVER VOLTAGE PROTECTION (OVP) ...................................................................................... Pg.35
5.3.1 Setting the OVP level .......................................................................................................... Pg.35
5.3.2 Activated OVP protection indications ................................................................................... Pg.35
5.3.3 Resetting the OVP circuit ..................................................................................................... Pg.35
5.4 UNDER VOLTAGE LIMIT (UVL) .................................................................................................. Pg.36
5.4.1 Setting the UVL level ........................................................................................................... Pg.36
5.5 FOLDBACK PROTECTION .......................................................................................................... Pg.36
5.5.1 Setting the Foldback protection ........................................................................................... Pg.36
5.5.2. Resetting activated Foldback protection ............................................................................ Pg.36
5.6 OUTPUT ON/OFF CONTROL ...................................................................................................... Pg.36
5.7 OUTPUT SHUT-OFF (SO) CONTROL VIA REAR PANEL J1 CONNECTOR .............................. Pg.36
5.8 ENABLE/DISABLE CONTROL VIA REAR PANEL J1 CONNECTOR .......................................... Pg.37
5.9 CV/CC SIGNAL ............................................................................................................................. Pg.37
5.10 PS_OK SIGNAL .......................................................................................................................... Pg.37
5.11 SAFE START AND AUTO-RESTART MODES ............................................................................Pg.38
5.11.1 Automatic start mode ......................................................................................................... Pg.38
5.11.2 Safe start mode .................................................................................................................. Pg.38
5.12 OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION (OTP) .......................................................................... Pg.38
5.13 LAST SETTING MEMORY ......................................................................................................... Pg.38
5.14 SERIES OPERATION ................................................................................................................. Pg.38
5.14.1 Series connection for increased output voltage ................................................................. Pg.39
5.14.2 Series connection for positive and negative output voltage ............................................... Pg.40
5.15 PARALLEL OPERATION ............................................................................................................ Pg.41
5.15.1 Basic parallel operation.................................................................................................... Pg.41
5.15.2 Advanced parallel operation............................................................................................... Pg.41
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5.16 DAISY-CHAIN CONNECTION...................................................................................................... Pg.43
5.17 FRONT PANEL LOCKING............................................................................................................. Pg.43
5.17.1 Unlocked front panel ............................................................................................................Pg.43
5.17.2 Locked front panel ............................................................................................................... Pg.43

Pg.44
CHAPTER 6 REMOTE ANALOG PROGRAMMING ................................................................. Pg.44
6.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... Pg.44
6.2 LOCAL/REMOTE ANALOG CONTROLL....................................................................................... Pg.44
6.3 LOCAL/REMOTE ANALOG INDICATION...................................................................................... Pg.45
6.4 REMOTE VOLTAGE PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT LIMIT ............. Pg.46
6.5 RESISTIVE PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT LIMIT ........................... Pg.47
6.6 REMOTE MONITORING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT .............................................

CHAPTER 7 RS232 & RS485 REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................... Pg.48

7.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... Pg.48
7.2 CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................................... Pg.48
7.2.1 Default setting ....................................................................................................................... Pg.48
7.2.2 Address setting ..................................................................................................................... Pg.48
7.2.3 RS232 or RS485 selection ................................................................................................... Pg.48
7.2.4 Baud rate setting ................................................................................................................... Pg.48
7.2.5 Setting the unit into Remote or Local mode .......................................................................... Pg.48
7.2.6 RS232/458 port at Local mode ............................................................................................. Pg.49
7.2.7 Front panel in Remote mode ................................................................................................ Pg.49
7.3 REAR PANEL RS232/485 CONNECTOR ...................................................................................... Pg.49
7.4 CONNECTING POWER SUPPLIES TO RS232 OR RS485 BUS ................................................. Pg.50
7.4.1 Single power supply .............................................................................................................. Pg.50
7.4.2 Multi power supplies connection to RS232 or RS485 bus .................................................... Pg.51
7.5 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE PROTOCOL .............................................................................. Pg.51
7.5.1 Data format ........................................................................................................................... Pg.51
7.5.2 Addressing ............................................................................................................................ Pg.51
7.5.3 End of message .................................................................................................................... Pg.51
7.5.4 Command repeat ................................................................................................................. Pg.51
7.5.5 Checksum ............................................................................................................................. Pg.51
7.5.6 Acknowledge ......................................................................................................................... Pg.51
7.5.7 Error message ...................................................................................................................... Pg.52
7.5.8 Backspace ............................................................................................................................ Pg.52
7.6 ERROR MESSAGES ..................................................................................................................... Pg.52
7.7 COMMAND SET DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................. Pg.52
7.7.1 General guides ..................................................................................................................... Pg.52
7.7.2 Command set categories ...................................................................................................... Pg.52
7.7.3 Initialization control commands ............................................................................................. Pg.53
7.7.4 ID control commands ............................................................................................................ Pg.53
7.7.5 Output control commands ..................................................................................................... Pg.53
7.7.6 Global output commands .................................................................................................... Pg.55
7.7.7 Status control commands ..................................................................................................... Pg.56
7.8 STATUS, ERROR AND SRQ REGISTERS ................................................................................... Pg.57
7.8.1 General ................................................................................................................................. Pg.57
7.8.2 Conditional registers ............................................................................................................. Pg.57
7.8.3 Service Request: Enabled and Event Registers ................................................................... Pg.58
7.9 SERIAL COMMUNICATION TEST SET-UP .................................................................................. Pg.61

CHAPTER 8 ISOLATED ANALOG PROGRAMMING OPTION .............................................. Pg.62

8.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... Pg.62
8.2 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... Pg.62
8.2.1 0-5V/0-10V option ................................................................................................................. Pg.62
8.2.2 4-20mA option ....................................................................................................................... Pg.62
8.3 ISOLATED PROGRAMMING & MONITORING CONNECTOR .................................................... Pg.63
8.4 SETUP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. Pg.64
8.4.1 Setting up the power supply for 0-5/0-10V Isolated Programming and Monitoring ............... Pg.64
8.4.2 Setting up the power supply for 4-20mA Isolated Programming and Monitoring .................. Pg.64
8.5 PARALLEL OPERATION WITH ISOLATED ANALOG OPTION .................................................... Pg.65
8.5.1 Setting up the Master unit ..................................................................................................... Pg.65
8.5.2 Setting up the Slave unit ....................................................................................................... Pg.65
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CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... Pg.66

9.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... Pg.66
9.2 UNITS UNDER WARRANTY ......................................................................................................... Pg.66
9.3 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................... Pg.66
9.4 ADJUSTMENT AND CALIBRATION ............................................................................................. Pg.66
9.5 PARTS REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRS ....................................................................................... Pg.66
9.6 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................... Pg.66
9.7 FUSE RATING ............................................................................................................................... Pg.67

USER MANUAL INDEX ....................................................................................................................... Pg.68

 Information Concerning Inclusion of Toxic and Hazardous Substances
This information sheet was prepared based on People's Republic of China "Management Methods for Controlling Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products Regulation"and
Information Concerning Inclusion of Toxic and Hazardous Substances
"SJ/T 11364—2006 Marking for Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products
".
As People's Republic of China "Management Methods for Controlling Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products Regulation"is a different legislation from EU RoHS Directive
This information sheet was prepared based on People's Republic of China "Management Methods for Controlling Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products Regulation"and
（2002/95/EC）, inquiries concerning EU RoHS Directive（2002/95/EC） information should be done separately.
"SJ/T 11364—2006 Marking for Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products
". The date of manufacture
RoHS Directive
As People's Republic of China "Management Methods for Controlling Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products Regulation"is a different legislation from EUGEN1500W: 8.5Kg
Part Name GENESYS, GEN1500W & GEN750W POWER SUPPLY SERIES Product Weight
（2002/95/EC）, inquiries concerning EU RoHS Directive（2002/95/EC） information should be done separately. Product Weight GEN750W: 7Kg
The date of manufacture

Part Name POWER SUPPLY

GENESYS, GEN1500W & GEN750WConcentration Product Weight GEN1500W: 8.5Kg
ValuesSERIES
of Toxic and Hazardous Substances/Elements (wt%) Notes
Product Weight GEN750W: 7Kg
Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium Polybrominated Polybrominated Diphenyl
Subpart Name (Cr6+) Biphenyls （PBB） Ethers（PBDE）
Concentration Values of Toxic and Hazardous Substances/Elements (wt%) Notes
Lead (Pb)
0.1wt% Mercury
0.1wt% (Hg) Cadmium (Cd)
0.01wt% Hexavalent Chromium
0.1wt% Polybrominated
0.1wt% Polybrominated
0.1wt%Diphenyl
Subpart Name (Cr6+) Biphenyls （PBB） Ethers（PBDE）
Case O O O O O O
Plastic panel O O O O O O
0.1wt% 0.1wt% 0.01wt% 0.1wt% 0.1wt% 0.1wt%
PCB's assembly X O O O O O
Case O O O O O O
Inner metal parts O O O O O O
Plastic panel O O O O O O
Inner cables O O O O O O
PCB's assembly X O O O O O
Accessories O O O O O O Provided in the package
Inner metal parts O O O O O O
Inner cables O O O O O O
Accessories O O O O O O Provided in the package

○ : Indicates that the concentration values of toxic and hazardous substances in all "homogeneous materials" of respective parts and materials does not exceed the concentration limits
regulated by "SJ/T 11363-2006 Requirements for Concentration Limits for Certain Hazardous Substances in Electronic Information Products".

○ :: Indicates
× Indicates that
that the
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× : Indicates that the concentration value of a toxic or hazardous substance included in a "homogeneous part" of a respective part ot material exceeds the concentration limit regulated by
"SJ/T 11363-2006 Requirements for Concentration Limits for Certain Hazardous Substances in Electronic Information Products".
WARRANTY
This TDK-Lambda Ltd. product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years
from date of shipment .During the warranty period, TDK-Lambda Ltd. will, at it’s option,either repair or replace
products which prove to be defective.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
The warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate usage or maintenanceby the
buyer, buyer supplied products or interfacing. The warranty shall not apply to defects resultingfrom unauthorized
modifications or from operation exceeding the environmental specifications of the product or if the QA seal has been
removed or altered by anyone other than TDK-Lambda Ltd. authorised personnel. TDK-Lambda Ltd. does not warrant
the buyers circuitry or malfunctions of TDK-Lambda Ltd. products resulting from the buyer ’s circuitry. Furthermore,
TDK-Lambda Ltd. does notwarrant any damage occurring as a result of the buyer ’s circuitry or the buyer ’s - supplied
products.

WARRANTY SERVICE
This product must be returned to an authorized TDK-Lambda Ltd. service facility for repairs or otherwarranty
service. For products returned to TDK-Lambda Ltd. for warranty service, the buyer shall prepay shipping charges to
TDK-Lambda Ltd. and TDK-Lambda Ltd. shall pay the shipping charges toreturn the product to the buyer. Refer to
section 3.11 for repackaging for shipment.

DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. TDK-Lambda Ltd. shall not be liable
for errors contained in this document or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing,
performance or use of this material. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced or translated into
another language without the prior written consent of TDK-Lambda Ltd..

TRADEMARK INFORMATION
Genesys™ power supply is a trademark of TDK-Lambda Ltd. & Lambda Americas Inc.
Microsoft™ and Windows™ are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
REGULATORY NOTICES

FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING: Modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC Rules.

CE Notice (European Union)

Marking by the CE Symbol indicates compliance to the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage
TM
Directive of the European Union. Such marking is indicative that the Genesys series
GEN1500/750W meets the following technical standards:

 EN 55022:2010 Information technology equipment - Radio disturbance characteristics -

Limits and methods of measurement.
 EN 55024:2010 Information thecnology equipment - Immunity characteristics - Limits and
methods of measurement.
 EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011 Information technology equipment -
Safety - Part 1: General requirements.

A “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with the preceding directives and standards has been
made and is on file at our EU representative TDK-Lambda Limited, located at Kingsley Avenue,
Ilfracombe, Devon EX34 8ES, UK.

WARNING: This is a Class A product. On a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case user may be required to take adequate measures.

SAFETY APPROVALS:
UL 60950-1 Second Edition, UL Listed, C-UL for Canada, IEC 60950-1 Second Edition, CE
marking, when applied to the GEN1500/750W product, indicates compliance with the Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/EC in that it complies with EN 60950-1 Second Edition.

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The GenesysTM power supply series safety approval applies to the following operating conditions:
o o
*Indoor use *Ambient temperature: 0 C to 50 C
*Maximum relative humidity: 90% (no condensation) *Altitude: up to 3000m
*Pollution degree 2

CAUTION Risk of Electrical Shock.

! Instruction manual symbol. The instrument will be marked with this symbol when it is
necessary for the user to refer to the instruction manual.

Indicates hazardous voltage.

Indicates ground terminal.

Protective Ground Conductor Terminal

Off (Supply)

On (Supply)

The WARNING sign denotes a hazard. An attention to a procedure is called.

WARNING Not following procedure correctly could result in personal injury.
A WARNING sign should not be skipped and all indicated conditions must be
fully understood and met.

CAUTION The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. An attention to a procedure is called. Not
following procedure correctly could result in damage to the equipment. Do not proceed
beyond a CAUTION sign until all indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE:

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 USER MANUAL CONTENT

This user’s manual contains the operating instructions, installation instructions and specifications of
the GenesysTM 1500W and 750W power supply series. The instructions refer to the standard power
supplies, including the built-in RS232/485 serial communication. For information related to
operation with the optional IEEE programming, refer to User Manual for Power Supply IEEE
Programming Interface.

1.2 INTRODUCTION

1.2.1 General description

GenesysTM power supplies are wide output range, high performance switching power supplies. The
GenesysTM series is power factor corrected and operates from worldwide AC voltage range
continuously . Output voltage and current are continuously displayed and LED indicators show the
complete operating status of the power supply. The Front panel controls allow the user to set the
output parameters, the protection levels (Over-Voltage protection, Under-Voltage limit and
Foldback) and preview the settings. The rear panel includes the necessary connectors to control
and monitor the power supply operation by remote analog signals or by the built-in serial
communication (RS232/485). GPIB programming and Isolated-Analog programming/monitoring
are optional.

1.2.2 Models covered by this manual

Model Voltage Current Model Voltage Current

range(V) range(A) range(V) range(A)
GEN6-100 0-6 0-100 GEN60-12.5 0-60 0-12.5
GEN6-200 0-6 0-200 GEN60-25 0-60 0-25
GEN8-90 0-8 0-90 GEN80-9.5 0-80 0-9.5
GEN8-180 0-8 0-180 GEN80-19 0-80 0-19
GEN12.5-60 0-12.5 0-60 GEN100-7.5 0-100 0-7.5
GEN12.5-120 0-12.5 0-120 GEN100-15 0-100 0-15
GEN20-38 0-20 0-38 GEN150-5 0-150 0-5
GEN20-76 0-20 0-76 GEN150-10 0-150 0-10
GEN30-25 0-30 0-25 GEN300-2.5 0-300 0-2.5
GEN30-50 0-30 0-50 GEN300-5 0-300 0-5
GEN40-19 0-40 0-19 GEN600-1.3 0-600 0-1.3
GEN40-38 0-40 0-38 GEN600-2.6 0-600 0-2.6
GEN50-30 0-50 0-30

Table1-1: Models covered by the manual

1.2.3 Features and options

* Constant Voltage / Constant Current with automatic crossover.
* Active Power Factor correction.
* Universal Input Voltage 85~265Vac, continuous operation.
* Embedded Microprocessor Controller.
* Built in RS232/485 Interface.
* Voltage & Current high resolution adjustment by digital encoders.
* High accuracy programming/readback-16 bit.
* Software Calibration (no internal trimmers / potentiometers).
* Last Setting Memory.
* Independent Remote ON/OFF (opto-isolated) and Remote Enable/Disable.
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* Parallel operation (Master/Slave) with Active current sharing.
* Remote sensing to compensate for voltage drop of power leads.
* External Analog Programming and Monitoring standard (0-5V or 0-10V, user selectable).
* Cooling fan speed control for low noise and extended fan life.
* Zero stacking- no ventillation holes at the top and bottom surface of the power supply.
* Optional GPIB interface (SCPI compatible).
* Optional Isolated Analog programming/monitoring (0-5V or 0-10V, user selectable
and 4-20mA).
1.2.4 Multiple output power system
The GenesysTM power supplies series can be configured into a programmable power
system of up to 31 units using the built-in RS232/RS485 communication port in the power
supply and the RS485 linking cable provided with each power supply.
In a GPIB system, each power supply can be controlled using the optional GPIB controller
(factory installed).
1.2.5 Control via the serial communication port
The following parameters can be programmed via the serial communication port:
1. Output voltage setting.
2. Output current setting.
3. Output voltage measurement.
4. Output on/off control.
5. Output current measurement.
6. Foldback protection setting.
7. Over-voltage protection setting and readback.
8. Under-Voltage limit setting and readback.
9. Power-supply start up mode (last setting or safe mode)
1.2.6 Analog voltage programming and monitoring
Analog inputs and outputs are provided at the rear panel for analog control of the power
supply. The output voltage and the current limit can be programmed by analog voltage or by
resistor, and can be monitored by analog voltage. The power supply output can be remotely
set to On or Off and analog signals monitor the proper operation of the power supply and the
mode of operation (CV/CC).
1.2.7 Parallel operation
GenesysTM power supplies of the same output voltage and current rating can be paralleled in
master-slave configuration with automatic current sharing to increase power available.

1.2.8 Output connections

Output connections are made to rear panel bus-bars for models up to 60V and to a 4-
terminal wire clamp connector for models above 60V rated output voltage. Either the
positive or negative terminal may be grounded or the output may be floated. Models up to
60VDC Rated Output shall not float outputs more than +/- 60VDC above/below chassis
ground. Models >60VDC Rated Output shall not float outputs more than +/-600VDC
above/below chassis ground. Contact factory for assistance with higher float voltage
applications.
Local or remote sense may be used. In remote sense, the voltage drop on the load wires
should be minimized. Refer to the specifications for the maximum voltage drop value.

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TM
The Genesys series is cooled by internal fans. At the installation, care must be taken to
allow free air flow into the power supply via the front panel and out of the power supply via
the rear panel. The GenesysTM power supplies have a compact and lightweight package
which allows easy installation and space saving in the application equipment.
CAUTION
Observe all torque guidelines within this manual. Over torqueing may damage
unit or accessories. Such damage is not covered under manufacturers warranty.

1.3 ACCESSORIES
1.3.1 General
Accessories are delivered with the power supply or separately upon ordering. The list below
shows the possible accessories and ordering numbers.
1.3.2 Serial link cable
Serial link cable, for linking power supplies by RS485 communication is provided with the
power supply.
Cable description: 0.5m length, shielded, RJ-45 type plugs, 8 contacts (P/N: GEN/RJ45).

1.3.3 Misc. hardware

* DB25 plug kit (AMP, 749809-9).
* Output terminal shield
1.3.4 AC cables
AC cables are not provided with the power supply. If an AC cable is required, it should be
ordered according to following:

Part no. Market Description

NC301 USA 13A 125V, unshielded, 2m typical length, with IEC320 connector on
(GEN/U) one end and NEMA -5-15P connector on the other end.

NC302 Europe 10A 250V, unshielded, 2m typical length, with IEC320 connector
(GEN/E) on one end and INT’L 7 standard VII, dual earthing.

NC303 General 10A 250V, unshielded, 2m typical length, with IEC320 connector
(GEN/O) on one end and unterminated stripped wires on the other end.
Use the cable only with plug approved by the national safety
standards of the country of usage.

NC305 Japan 13A 125V, unshielded, 2m typical length, with IEC320 connector
(GEN/J) on one end and Japan type plug on the other end.

NC306 UK 10A 250V unshielded, 2m typical length, with IEC320 connector

(GEN/GB) on one end and UK type plug on the other end.

For 1500W GenesysTM power supplies the recommended AC cable (customer supplied) is:

25A 250V, 3x12AWG, outer diameter: 9-11mm, rated 60O C min.,

3m max. length. Add a non-locking plug approved by the national
safety standards of the country of usage.

1.3.5 Serial Port Cables Refer to section 7.4

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2.1 OUTPUT RATING
MODEL GEN 6-200 8-180 12.5-120 20-76 30-50 40-38 50-30 60-25 80-19 100-15 150-10 300-5 600-2.6
1.Rated output voltage(1*) V 6 8 12.5 20 30 40 50 60 80 100 150 300 600
2.Rated output current 1500W (*2) A 200 180 120 76 50 38 30 25 19 15 10 5 2.6
3.Rated output power 1500W W 1200 1440 1500 1520 1500 1520 1500 1500 1520 1500 1500 1500 1560

MODEL GEN 6-100 8-90 12.5-60 20-38 30-25 40-19 - 60-12.5 80-9.5 100-7.5 150-5 300-2.5 600-1.3
1.Rated output voltage (1*) V 6 8 12.5 20 30 40 - 60 80 100 150 300 600
2.Rated output current 750W (*2) A 100 90 60 38 25 19 - 12.5 9.5 7.5 5 2.5 1.3
3.Rated output power 750W W 600 720 750 760 750 760 - 750 760 750 750 750 780

2.2 INPUT CHARACTERISTICS V 6 8 12.5 20 30 40 50 60 80 100 150 300 600

1.Input voltage/freq.(*3) --- 85~265Vac continuous , 47~63Hz,single phase.
2.Input current (at 100/200Vac) A 10.5/5 for 750W models, 21/11 for 1500W models.
3.Power Factor --- 0.99@100/200Vac , rated output power.
4.750W models Efficiency (*4) % 76/78 77/80 81/84 82/85 82/85 83/87 - 83/87 83/87 83/87 83/87 83/87 83/87
5.1500W models Efficiency (*4) % 77/79 78/81 82/85 83/86 83/86 84/88 84/88 84/88 84/88 84/88 84/88 84/88 84/88
6.Inrush current at 100/200V A Less than 25A for 750W models, 50A for 1500W models.

2.3 CONSTANT VOLTAGE MODE V 6 8 12.5 20 30 40 50 60 80 100 150 300 600

1.Max. Line regulation (*5) --- 0.01% of rated output voltage +2mV
2.Max Load regulation (*6) --- 0.01% of rated output voltage +2mV
3.Ripple and noise (p-p , 20MHz) (*10) mV 60 50 60 60 50 60 40 60 75 75 75 130 300
4.Ripple r.m.s., 5Hz~1MHz (*10) mV 8 6 7 7.5 6 7 5 7 7 8 8 20 60
5.Temperature coefficient PPM/C 50PPM/OC from rated output voltage, following 30 minutes warm-up.
6.Temperature drift --- 0.01% of rated Vout over 8hrs interval following 30 minutes warm-up. Constant line, load & temp.
7.Rem. sense compensation/wire V 1 1 1 1 1.5 2 2 3 4 5 5 5 5
8.Up-prog. response time, 0~Vomax(*9) mS 80 150 250
9.Down-prog. response time: Full load mS 10 50 80 150 250
No load 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1100 1200 1500 2000 2500 4000
10.Transient response time mS Time for the output voltage to recover within 0.5% of its rated output for a load change 10~90% of rated
output current.
Output set-point: 10~100%.
Less than 1mS, for models up to and including 100V. 2mS, for models above 100V.
11.Hold-up time mS More than 20mS, 100Vac, rated output power.

2.4 CONSTANT CURRENT MODE V 6 8 12.5 20 30 40 50 60 80 100 150 300 600

1.Max. Line regulation (*5) --- 0.01% of rated output current +2mA
2.Max. Load regulation (*7) --- 0.02% of rated output current +5mA
3.Ripple r.m.s. 5Hz~1MHz: 750W (*8) mA 190 160 110 50 45 30 - 15 10 10 8 6 4
1500W (*8) mA 350 300 210 120 60 65 60 60 40 20 15 15 7
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4.Temperature coefficient PPM/C 70PPM/ C from rated output current, following 30 minutes warm-up.
5.Temperature drift --- 0.01% of rated Iout over 8hrs interval following 30 minutes warm-up. Constant line, load & temp.
6. Warm up drift --- Less than 0.1% rated output current over 30 minutes following power on or output voltage change or load
current change.

2.5 ANALOG PROGRAMMING AND MONITORING

1.Vout voltage programming --- 0~100%, 0~5V or 0~10V, user select. Accuracy and linearity: +/-0.5% of rated Vout.
2.Iout voltage programming --- 0~100%, 0~5V or 0~10V, user select. Accuracy and linearity: +/-1% of rated Iout.
3.Vout resistor programming --- 0~100%, 0~5/10Kohm full scale, user select. Accuracy and linearity: +/-1% of rated Vout.
4.Iout resistor programming --- 0~100%, 0~5/10Kohm full scale, user select. Accuracy and linearity: +/-1.5% of rated Iout.
5.On/off control --- By electrical Voltage: 0~0.6V/2~15V or dry contact, user selectable logic.
6.Output current monitor --- 0~5V or 0~10V, user selectable. Accuracy: 1%.
7.Output voltage monitor --- 0~5V or 0~10V, user selectable. Accuracy : 1%.
8.Power supply OK signal --- 4~5V-OK, 0V-Fail. 500ohm series resistance.
9.Parallel operation --- Possible , up to 4 units in master/slave mode with single wire current balance connection.
10.Series operation --- Possible (with external diodes), up to 2 units.
11.CV/CC indicator --- Open collector. CC mode: On, CV mode: Off. Maximum voltage : 30V, maximum sink current: 10mA
12.Enable/Disable --- Dry contact. Open: off, Short: on. Max. voltage at Enable/Disable in: 6V.
13.Local/Remote analog control --- By electrical signal or Open/Short: 0~0.6V or short: Remote, 2-15V or open: Local.
14.Local/Remote analog indicator --- Open collector. Local: Open, Remote: On. Maximum voltage: 30V, maximum sink current: 5mA.

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V 6 8 12.5 20 30 40 50 60 80 100 150 300 600
1.Vout programming accuracy (*11) --- 0.05% of rated output voltage
2.Iout programming accuracy --- 0.1%+0.1% of rated output current
3.Vout programming resolution --- 0.002% of rated output voltage
4.Iout programming resolution --- 0.002% of rated output current
5.Vout readback accuracy --- 0.05% of rated output voltage
6.Iout readback accuracy --- 0.3% of rated output current
7.Vout readback resolution % of rated
output voltage 0.002% 0.002% 0.009% 0.006% 0.004% 0.003% 0.003% 0.002% 0.002% 0.011% 0.007% 0.004% 0.002%
750W % of rated 0.011% 0.002% 0.002% 0.003% 0.005% 0.006% -- 0.009% 0.002% 0.002% 0.003% 0.005% 0.009%
8. Iout readback resolution output current
1500W 0.006% 0.006% 0.009% 0.002% 0.003% 0.003% 0.004% 0.005% 0.006% 0.007% 0.011% 0.003% 0.004%
2.7 PROTECTIVE FUNCTIONS V 6 8 12.5 20 30 40 50 60 80 100 150 300 600
1.Foldback protection --- Output shut-down when power supply change from CV to CC User presetable.
2.Over-voltage protection --- Inverter shut-down, manual reset by AC input recycle or by OUT button or by communication port command.
3.Over-voltage trip point V 0.5~7.5 0.5~10 1~15 1~24 2~36 2~44 5~57 5~66 5~88 5~110 5~165 5~330 5~660
4.Output under voltage limit Preset by front panel or communication port. Prevents from adjusting Vout below limit. Does not affect analog
---
programming.
5.Over temperature protection --- User selectable, latched or non latched.
2.8 FRONT PANEL
1.Control functions --- Vout/Iout manual adjust by separate encoders (coarse and fine adjustment).
--- OVP/UVL manual adjust by Vout. Adjust encoder.
--- Address selection by Voltage Adjust encoder. No of addresses:31.
--- Go to local control.
--- Output on/off
--- AC on/off
--- Front panel Lock
--- Foldback control
--- Baud rate selection: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 and 19200.
--- Re-start modes (automatic restart, safe mode).
2.Display --- Vout: 4 digits, accuracy: 0.05%+/-1count.
--- Iout: 4 digits, accuracy: 0.2%+/-1count.
3.Indications --- VOLTAGE, CURRENT, ALARM, FINE, PREVIEW, FOLDBACK, LOCAL, OUTPUT ON.
2.9 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
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1.Operating temperature --- 0~50 C, 100% load.
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2.Storage temperature --- -20~70 C
3.Operating humidity % 30~90% RH (no condensation).
4.Storage humidity % 10~95% RH (no condensation).
5.Altitude --- Maximum 3000m. Derate output current by 2%/100m above 2000m. Alternatively, derate maximum
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ambient temperature by 1 C/100m above 2000m.
2.10 MECHANICAL
1.Cooling --- Forced air cooling by internal fans.
2.Weight Kg Less than 7Kg for 750W, 8.5Kg for 1500W.
3.Dimensions (WxHxD) mm W: 422.8, H: 43.6, D: 432.8 (Refer to Outline drawing).
4.Vibration --- MIL-810E, method 514.4, test condition I-3.3.1
5.Shock --- Less than 20G, half sine, 11mS. Unit is unpacked.
2.11 SAFETY/EMC
1.Applicable standards: Safety UL 60950-1, CSA22.2 No.60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1
--- EN55022, EN55024, EN61000-3-3, FCC part 15, VCCI.
EMC Conducted emmision - EN55022 class B, FCC part 15 class B, VCCI class B.
--- Radiated emmision - EN55022 class A, FCC part 15 class A, VCCI class A.
Immunity - EN55024
2.Interface classification --- Models with Vout50V: Output is SELV, all communication/control interfaces (RS232/485, IEEE, Isolated Analog,
LAN, Sense, Remote Programming and Monitoring) are SELV.
Models with 60VVout400V: Output is Hazardous, communication/control interfaces: RS232/485, IEEE,
Isolated Analog, LAN, Remote Programing and Monitoring (pins 1-3, pins14-16) are SELV, Sense, Remote
Programming and Monitoring (pins 8-13, pins 21-25) are Hazardous.
Models with 400V Vout600V: Output is Hazardous, all communication/control interfaces (RS232/485, IEEE,
Isolated Analog, LAN, Sense, Remote Programming and Monitoring) are Hazardous.
3.Withstand voltage --- Vout50V models : Input-Output (SELV): 4242VDC 1min, Input-communication/control (SELV): 4242VDC 1min,
Input-Ground: 2828VDC 1min,
60V Vout150V models: Input-Output (Hazardous): 3425VDC 1min, Input-communication/control (SELV):
4242VDC 1min, Output(Hazardous)-SELV: 2307VDC 1min, Output(Hazardous)-Ground: 1414VDC 1min,
Input-Ground: 2828VDC 1min.
300V Vout600V models: Input-Output(Hazardous): 3490VDC 1min, Input-communication/control (SELV):
4242VDC 1min, Hazardous. Output-communication/control(SELV): 4242VDC 1min,
Output(Hazardous)-Ground: 2738VDC 1min, Input-Ground: 2828VDC 1min.
4.Insulation resistance --- O
More than 100Mohm at 25 C, 70%RH.

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*1: Minimum voltage is guaranteed to maximum 0.2% of the rated output voltage.
*2: Minimum current is guaranteed to maximum 0.4% of the rated output current.
*3: For cases where conformance to various safety standards (UL, IEC etc.) is required, to be
described as 100-240Vac (50/60Hz).
*4: At 100/200V input voltage and maximum output power.
*5: From 85~132Vac or 170~265Vac, constant load.
*6: From No-load to Full-load, constant input voltage. Measured at the sensing point in Remote
Sense.
*7: For load voltage change, equal to the unit voltage rating, constant input voltage.
*8: For 6V models the ripple is measured at 2~6V output voltage and full output current. For
other models, the ripple is measured at 10~100% output voltage and full output current.
*9: With rated, resistive load.
*10: For 6V~300V models: Measured with JEITA RC-9131A (1:1) probe.
For 600V model: Measured with (10:1) probe.
*11: Measured at the sensing point in remote sense.

2.12 SUPPLEMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS

The supplemental characteristics give typical but non-warranted performance characteristics.
The supplemental characteristics are useful in assessing applications for the power supply.
Several kinds of supplemental characteristics are listed below.

1.Evaluation Data: Typical performance of the power supply.

2.Reliability Data: Reliability performance of the power supply.
3.IEC1000 Data: Performance of the power supply under IEC1000 test conditions.
4.EMI Data: Typical EMI (conducted and radiated) performance of the power supply.

The supplemental characteristics data is held in each Lambda sales and service facility. For further
details please contact the Lambda office nearest you.

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2.13 GENESYS 750W & 1500W POWER SUPPLIES
OUTLINE DRAWINGS Note 7
43.6+/-0.3mm

GEN8-300 0-8V 0-300A

24.5
TDI -Lambda

482.8+/-1.0mm

422.8+/-1.0mm

J1
J3 Note 4
J2 SW1 ON

OFF
OUT IN AC INPUT

Note 5 Note 1 Note 2 (80V~600V)

595.3+/-1.0mm
497.8+/-1.0mm

Note 3
A A A
21.0

57.8+/-0.5 92.0+/-0.5 92.0+/-0.5

432.8+/-1.0mm
Note 2
Bus-Bar Detail
NOTES: 6V to 60V Models
1.Mating plug supplied with power supply. 39.5
3.0mm +0.5
2.Bus-bars for 6V to 60V models. See detail. mm
Wire clamp connector for 80V to 600V models (shown).
3. AC cable strain relief for 1500W models only (supplied
with power supply).
22.0mm
4. IEC connector for 750W models. Wire clamp terminal for
1500W models (shown). .0m
m
5. Chassis slides, GENERAL DEVICES P/N: CC3001-00-S160 /-2
104
+
30.0mm 8.5mm
or equivalent, mounting holes #10-32 marked "A".
6. Bus Bars output connector enclosure for 60V to 600V.
7. Mounting holes for 19” rack. Uae M6x16 Note 6
screws to fix the unit to the rack.

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 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION

3.1 GENERAL
This chapter contains instructions for initial inspection, preparation for use and repackaging for
TM
shipment. Connection to PC, setting the communication port and linking Genesys power supplies
are described in Chapter 7.
NOTE
TM
Genesys power supplies generate magnetic fields which
might affect the operation of other instruments. If your
equipment is susceptible to magnetic fields, do not position
it adjacent to the power supply.

3.2 PREPARATION FOR USE

In order to be operational the power supply must be connected to an appropriate AC source. The
AC source voltage should be within the power supply specification. Do not apply power before
reading, Section 3.6 and 3.7.
Table 3-1 below, describes the basic setup procedure. Follow the instructions in Table 3-1 in the
sequence given to prepare the power supply for use.

Step no. Item Description Reference

1 Inspection Initial physical inspection of the power supply Section 3.3
Installing the power supply, Section 3.4
2 Installation Ensuring adequate ventillation. Section 3.5
AC source requirements Section 3.6
3 AC source
Connecting the power supply to the AC source. Section 3.7
4 Test Turn-on checkout procedure. Section 3.8

5 Load connection Wire size selection. Local /Remote sensing. Section 3.9
Single or multiple loads.
6 Default setting The power supply setting at shipment. Section 7.2.1
Table 3-1: Basic setup procedure
3.3 INITIAL INSPECTION
Prior to shipment this power supply was inspected and found free of mechanical or electrical
defects. Upon unpacking of the power supply, inspect for any damage which may have occured in
transit.
The inspection should confirm that there is no exterior damage to the power supply such as broken
knobs or connectors and that the front panel and meters face are not scratched or cracked. Keep all
packing material until the inspection has been completed. If damage is detected, file a claim with
carrier immediately and notify the Lambda sales or service facility nearest you.

3.4 RACK MOUNTING

The GenesysTM power supply series is designed to fit in a standard 19” equipment rack.

3.4.1 To install the Power Supply in a rack:

1. Use the front panel rack-mount brackets to install the power supply in the rack.
2. Use a support bar to provide adequate support for the rear of the power supply. Do not obstruct
the air exhaust at the rear panel of the unit.
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 WARNING
Some components inside the power supply are at AC voltage even when the On/Off switch is in the
“Off” position. To avoid electric shock hazard, disconnect the line cord and load and wait two minutes
before removing cover.
CAUTION
AC Input Wires No Conductor Pretreatment: Phoenix Contact clamping parts are designed so
that all kinds of copper conductors can be clamped without pretreatment.
It is forbidden to solder the conductors. The solder tin yields and fractures under high pressure. The
result is increased contact resistance and an excessive temperature rise. In addition, corrosion
caused by pickling or fluxes has been observed on soldered conductor ends. Notch fractures at the
transition point from the rigid to the flexible conductor area are also possible.

3.7.1 AC Input Connector, 1500W models

The AC input connector is a 3-Terminal wire clamp located on the rear panel:
Phoenix Contact P/N: FRONT4-H-7.62/3
Use suitable wires and tightening torque as follows:
1. Wire diameter: 12AWG or 10AWG.
2. Tightening torque: 4.4-5.3Lb-inch. (0.5-0.6Nm).

3.7.2 AC Input Connector, 750W models

An IEC connector is provided on the rear panel for connecting the unit to the AC power source with
an AC cord. The IEC connector also provides the safety ground connection while the AC cord is
plugged into an appropriate AC receptacle.

3.7.3 AC Input Cord

WARNING
The AC input cord is the disconnect device of the power
supply. The plug must be readily identifiable and accessible to
the user. The AC input cord must be no longer than 3m.
Refer to section 1.3.4 for details of the AC input cords recommended for the 750W and the 1500W
models.

3.7.4 AC Input Wire Connection, 1500W models

1.Strip the outside insulation of the AC cable approx. 10cm. Trim the wires so that the ground wire is
10mm longer than the other wires. Strip 14mm at the end of each of the wires.

2.Unscrew the base of the strain relief from the helix-shaped body. Insert the base through the
outside opening in the AC input cover and screw the locknut securely (11-14 Lb-inch.) into the
base, from the inside.

3.Slide the helix-shaped body onto the AC cable. Insert the stripped wires through the strain relief
base until the outer cable jacket is flush with the edge of the base. Tighten (16-18 Lb-inch.) the
body to the base while holding the cable in place. Now the cable is securely fastened inside the

Screw-on
Locknut

Fig.3-2: Stripped Wires installed in Strain Relief

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the terminal screw, insert the stripped wire into the terminal and tighten the screw securely
(4.4-5.3 Lb-inch.).

5.Route the wires inside the cover to prevent pinching. Fasten the cover to the unit using the
M3x8 Flat Head screws are provided. Strain relief cover could be opened for inspection.
Refer to Fig.3-3 for details.
Removable cover.
Remove only to inspect AC input
wires connection. Reinstall cover
after inspection.

M3x8
Flat Head screws
(2 places)

Assembled Strain Relief

Fig.3-3: AC input cover and strain relief, 1500W models

3.8 TURN-ON CHECKOUT PROCEDURE

3.8.1 General
The following procedure ensures that the power supply is operational and may be used as a basic
incoming inspection check. Refer to Fig.4-1 and Fig.4-2 for the location of the controls indicated in
the procedure.

3.8.2 Prior to Operation

1. Ensure that the power supply is configured to the default setting:

-AC On/Off switch at Off position.
-Dip switch : All positions at Down (”Off”) position.
-Sense connector : Configured to Local Sense as shown in Fig.3-4:

1 Remote (+) sense

2 Local (+) sense
Plug P/N: MC 1.5/5-ST-3.81
3 Not connected
(Phoenix)
4 Local (-) sense
5 Remote (-) sense
Fig.3-4: Sense connector default connection
-For units equipped with IEEE option, ensure that the IEEE_En switch is in Up (default) position
(Refer to Fig.4-2, item 8 for location), if checkout is to be done in IEEE mode.

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2. Connect the unit to an AC source as described in section 3.7.
3. Connect a DVM with appropriate cables for the rated voltage to the output terminals.
4. Turn the front panel AC power switch to On.

3.8.3 Constant Voltage Check

1. Turn on the output by pressing OUT pushbutton so the OUT LED illuminates.
2. Observe the power supply VOLT display and rotate the Voltage encoder. Ensure that the
output voltage varies while the VOLT encoder is rotated. The minimum control range is from
zero to the maximum rated output for the power supply model.
Compare the DVM reading with the front panel VOLT display to verify the accuracy of the
VOLT display. Ensure that the front panel VOLT LED is on.
3. Turn off the front panel AC power switch.

3.8.4 Constant Current Check

1. Ensure that the front panel AC power switch is at Off position and the DVM connected to the
output terminals shows zero voltage.
2. Connect a DC shunt across the output terminals. Ensure that the shunt and the wires' current
ratings are higher than the power supply rating. Connect a DVM to the shunt.
3. Turn the front panel AC power switch to On position.
4. Turn on the output by pressing OUT pushbutton so the OUT LED illuminates.
5. Observe the power supply CURRENT display and rotate the CURRENT encoder. Ensure that
the output current varies while the CURRENT encoder is rotated. The minimum control range
is from zero to the maximum rated output for the power supply model.
Compare the DVM reading with the front panel CURRENT display to verify the accuracy of
the CURRENT display. Ensure that the front panel CURRENT LED is on.
6. Turn off the front panel AC power switch.
7. Remove the shunt from the power supply output terminals.

3.8.5 OVP Check

Refer to Section 5.3 for explanation of the OVP function prior to performing the procedure below.

1. Turn the front panel AC power switch to On position and turn on the output by pressing OUT
pushbutton.
2. Using the VOLT encoder, adjust the output voltage to approx. 10% of the unit voltage rating.
3. Momentarily pressthe OVP/UVL button so that the CURRENT display shows “OUP”. The
VOLTAGE display will show the last setting of the OVP level.
4. Rotate the VOLT encoder CCW to adjust the OVP setting to 50% of the unit voltage rating.
5. Wait a few seconds until the VOLT display returns to show the output voltage.

6. Adjust the output voltage toward it’s maximum and check that the output voltage cannot be
increased more than the OVP setting.
7. Adjust OVP limit to the maximum by repeating step 3 and rotating the VOLT encoder CW.

3.8.6 UVL Check

Refer to Section 5.4 for explanation of the UVL function prior to performing the procedure below.
1. Press the OVP/UVL button TWICE so that the CURRENT display shows "UUL". The VOLTAGE
display will show the last setting of the UVL level.
2. Rotate the VOLT encoder to adjust the UVL level to approx. 10% of the unit voltage rating.
3. Wait a few seconds until the VOLT display returns to show the output voltage.
4. Adjust the output voltage toward it’s minimum and check that the output voltage cannot be
decreased below the UVL setting.
5. Adjust the UVL limit to the minimum by repeating step1 and rotating the VOLT encoder CCW.
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3.8.7 Foldback Check
WARNING
Shorting the output may expose the user to hazardous
voltages. Observe proper safety procedures.

Refer to Section 5.5 for explanation of the FOLD function prior to performing the procedure
below.
1. Ensure that the output voltage is set to approx. 10% of the unit rating.
2. Adjust the CURRENT encoder to set the current limit to approx. 10% of the unit rating.
3. Momentarily press the FOLD button. Ensure that the FOLD LED illuminates. The output
voltage remains unchanged.
4. Short the output terminals momentarily (approx. 0.5 sec.). Ensure that the output voltage falls
to zero, the VOLT display shows “Fb” and the ALARM LED blinks.
5. Press the FOLD button again to cancel the protection. The output voltage remains zero.
6. Press OUT button. Ensure that the output voltage returns to it’s last setting.
7. Turn the output off by pressing OUT button. Ensure that the VOLT display shows “OFF”.

3.8.8 Address Setting

1. Press and hold the REM/LOC button for approx. 3sec. The VOLT display will show the
communication port address.
2. Using the VOLT adjust encoder, check that the address can be set within the range of 0 to 30.

3.8.9 Baud Rate Setting

1. Press and hold the REM/LOC button for approx. 3sec. The CURRENT display will show the
communication port Baud Rate.
2. Using The CURRENT adjust encoder, check that the Baud Rate can be set to 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600 and 19200.

3.9 CONNECTING THE LOAD

WARNING
Turn off the AC input power before making or changing any
rear panel connection. Ensure that all connections are
securely tightened before applying power. There is a potential
shock hazard when using a power supply with a rated output
greater than 50V.

3.9.1 Load Wiring

The following considerations should be made to select wiring for connecting the load to the power
supply:
* Current carrying capacity of the wire (refer to 3.9.2)
* Insulation rating of the wire should be at least equivalent to the maximum output voltage of
the power supply.
* Maximum wire length and voltage drop (refer to 3.9.2)
* Noise and impedance effects of the load wiring (refer to 3.9.4).

3.9.2 Current Carrying Capacity

Two factors must be considered when selecting the wire size:

1. Wires should be at least heavy enough not to overheat while carrying the power supply load
current at the rated load, or the current that would flow in the event the load wires were
shorted, whichever is greater.
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2. Wire size should be selected to enable voltage drop per lead to be less than 1.0V at the rated
current. Although units will compensate for up to 5V in each load wire, it is recommended to
minimize the voltage drop (1V typical maximum) to prevent excessive output power consum-
ption from the power supply and poor dynamic response to load changes. Please refer to
Tables 3-2 and 3-3 for maximum wire length to limit voltage drop in American and European
dimensions respectively.

Maximum length in Feet to limit

Wire size Resistivity voltage drop to 1V or less
AWG Ohm/1000ft
5A 10A 20A 50A 150A
14 2.526 80 40 20 8 2
12 1.589 120 60 30 12 3.4
10 0.9994 200 100 50 20 6
8 0.6285 320 160 80 32 10
6 0.3953 500 250 125 50 16
4 0.2486 800 400 200 80 26
2 0.1564 1200 600 300 125 40
0 0.0983 2000 1000 500 200 68
Table 3-2: Maximum wire length for 1V drop on lead (in feet)

Cross sect. Maximum length in meters to limit

area Resistivity voltage drop to 1V or less
(mm )2 Ohm/Km
5A 10A 20A 50A 150A
2.5 8.21 24.0 12.0 6.0 2.4 0.8
4 5.09 39.2 18.6 9.8 4.0 1.4
6 3.39 59.0 29.4 14.8 5.8 2.0
10 1.95 102.6 51.2 25.6 10.2 3.4
16 1.24 160.0 80.0 40.0 16.0 5.4
25 0.795 250.0 125.0 62.0 25.2 8.4
35 0.565 354.0 177.0 88.0 35.4 11.8
Table 3-3: Maximum wire length for 1V drop on lead (in meters)

For currents not shown in Table 3-2 and 3-3, use the formula:
Maximum length=1000/(current x resistivity)
where current is expressed in Amperes and resistivity in ohms/km or ohms/1000ft.

3.9.3 Wire termination

The wires should be properly terminated with terminals securely attached. DO NOT use unter-
minated wires for load connection at the power supply.

CAUTION

When local sensing, a short from +LS or +S to -V or -S or -LS,

will cause damage to the power supply. Reversing the sense
wires might cause damage to the power supply in local and
remote sensing. (Do not connect -S to +V or +S to -V.)

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3.9.4 Noise and Impedance Effects
To minimize the noise pickup or radiation, the load wires and remote sense wires should be twisted-
pairs to the shortest possible length. Shielding of sense leads may be necessary in high noise
environments. Where shielding is used, connect the shield to the chassis via a rear panel Ground
screw. Even if noise is not a concern, the load and remote sense wires should be twisted-pairs to
reduce coupling, which might impact the stability of power supply. The sense leads should be
separated from the power leads.
Twisting the load wires reduces the parasitic inductance of the cable which could produce high
frequency voltage spikes at the load and the output of power supply, because of current variation in
the load itself.
The impedance introduced between the power supply output and the load could make the ripple
and noise at the load worse than the noise at the power supply rear panel output. Additional filtering
with bypass capacitors at the load terminals may be required to bypass the high frequency load
current.

3.9.5 Inductive loads

Inductive loads can produce voltage spikes that may be harmful to the power supply. A diode should
be connected across the output. The diode voltage and current rating should be greater than the
power supply maximum output voltage and current rating. Connect the cathode to the positive
output and the anode to the negative output of the power supply.
Where positive load transients such as back EMF from a motor may occur, connect a surge
suppressor across the output to protect the power supply. The breakdown voltage rating of the
suppressor must be approximately 10% higher than the maximum output voltage of the power
supply.

3.9.6 Making the load connections

W
WARNIN G
Hazardous voltages may exist at the outputs and the load connections
when using a power supply with a rated output greater than 50V.. T To
protect personnel against accidental contact with hazardous voltages,
ensure that the load and its connections have no accessible live parts.
Ensure that the load wiring insulation rating is greater than or equal to
the maximum output voltage of the power supply.

CAUTION
Ensure that the load wiring mounting hardware does not short the output
terminals. Heavy connecting cables must have some form of strain relief
to prevent loosening the connections or bending the bus-bars.

6V to 60V Models
Refer to Fig.3-5
5 ffor connection of the load wires to the power supply bus-bars and to Fig.3-6
for mounting the bus-bars enclosure to the chassis.

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The 80V to 600V models have a four terminal wire clamp output connector:
Phoenix Contact P/N: FRONT4-H-7.62/4.
The two left terminals are the positive outputs and the other two right terminals are the negative
outputs. Max. 30A per terminal.
The connector requirements are as follows:
1. Wires: AWG18 to AWG10.
2. Tightening torque: 4.4-5.3Lb-inch. (0.5-0.6Nm).

Follow the below instructions for connection of the load wires to the power supply:
1. Strip approx.10mm at the end of each of the load wires.
2. Loosen the connector terminal screws.
3. Loosen screw “B” from enclosure bottom cover to release the shutter.
4. Insert stripped wires into enclosure bottom cover opening and then to the terminals,
tighten the terminals screws securely (see fig.3-8)
5. Loosen the two chassis screws marked “A” halfway.
6. Assemble the enclosure top cover to the chassis and tighten screws “A” (tightening torque:
4.8 - 5.3 Lb-inch).

Enclosure top cover

A
A

Negative (-)
Output/Return

Shutter
Positive output (+) B

Enclosure bottom cover Load wires

Fig.3-8: Load wires connection to the output connector

7. Assemble the enclosure bottom cover to it’s place, as shown in Fig.3-9,using screw “C”,
(tightening torque 4.8-5.3 Lb-inch).
8. Slide down the shutter to secure load wires in place, and tighten screw “B”.

Fig.3-9: Enclosure assembly

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3.9.7 Connecting single loads, local sensing (default).
Fig.3-10 shows recommended load and sensing connections for a single load. The local sense lines
shown are default connections at the rear panel J2 sense connector. Local sensing is suitable for
applications where load regulation is less critical.

+V +
Load
Power -V -
Supply

- Rem.sense Load lines, twisted

-Local sense pair, shortest length
+Local sense possible.
+Rem.sense
Fig.3-10: Single load connection, local sensing

3.9.8 Connecting single loads, remote sensing

Fig.3-11 shows recommended remote sensing connection for single loads.
Remote sensing is used when, in Constant Voltage mode, the load regulation is important at the
load terminals. Use twisted or shielded wires to minimize noise pick-up. If shielded wires are used,
the shield should be connected to the ground at one point, either at the power supply chassis or the
load ground. The optimal point for the shield ground should be determined by experimentation.

Load lines. Twisted pair

shortest length possible.

+V +
Load
Power -V -
Supply

- Rem.sense
-Local sense
+Local sense
+Rem.sense
Sense lines. Twisted
pair or shielded.

Fig.3-11: Remote sensing, single load

3.9.9 Connecting multiple loads, radial distribution method

Fig.3-12 shows multiple loads connected to one supply. Each load should be connected to the
power supply’s output terminals using separate pairs of wires. It is recommended that each pair of
wires will be as short as possible and twisted or shielded to minimize noise pick-up and radiation.
The sense wires should be connected to the power supply output terminals or to the load with the
most critical load regulation requirement.

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 Load lines, twisted pair,
shortest length possible.

+V
+
Load#1
Power -
-V
Supply
+
Load#2
-
- Rem.sense
-Local sense +
+Local sense Load#3
-
+Rem.sense

Fig.3-12: Multiple loads connection, radial distribution, local sense

3.9.10 Multiple load connection with distribution terminals

If remotely located output distribution terminals are used, the power supply output terminals should
be connected to the distribution terminals by a pair of twisted and/or shielded wires. Each load
should be separately connected to the remote distribution terminals (see Fig.3-13).
If remote sensing is required, the sensing wires should be connected to the distribution terminals or
at the most critical load.

+V Distribution terminal
+
+V Load#1
Power -
-V
Supply
+
Load#2
-
- Rem.sense
-Local sense +
-V Load#3
+Local sense -
+Rem.sense

Fig.3-13: Multiple loads connection with distribution terminal

3.9.11 Grounding outputs

Either the positive or negative output terminals can be grounded. To avoid noise problems caused
by common-mode current flowing from the load to ground, it is recommended to ground the output
terminal as close as possible to the power supply chassis ground.
Always use two wires to connect the load to the power supply regardless of how the system is
grounded.

WARNING
Models up to 60VDC Rated Output shall not float outputs more
than +/-60VDC above/below chassis ground. Models > 60VDC
Rated Output shall not float outputs more than +/-600VDC
above/below chassis ground.
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 WARNING
OUTPUT TERMINAL GROUNDING
There is a potential shock hazard at the RS232/485 and the IEEE ports when
using power supplies with rated or combined voltage greater than 400V with the
Positive Output of the power supplies is grounded. Do not connect the Positive
Output to ground when using the RS232/485 or IEEE under the above conditions.

3.10 LOCAL AND REMOTE SENSING

The rear panel J2 sense connector is used to configure the power supply for local or remote
sensing of the output voltage. Refer to Fig.3-14 for sense connector location.

3.10.1 Sense wiring

WARNING
There is a potential shock hazard at the sense connector when using a power
supply with a rated output voltage greater than 50V. Local sense and remote
sense wires should have a minimum insulation rating equivalent or greater than
the maximum output voltage of the power supply. Ensure that the connections at
the load end are shielded to prevent accidental contact with hazardous voltages.

3.10.2 Local sensing

The power supply is shipped with the rear panel J2 sense connector wired for local sensing of the
output voltage. See Table 3-4 for J2 terminals assignment. With local sensing , the output voltage
regulation is made at the output terminals. This method does not compensate for voltage drop on
the load wires, therefore it is recommended only for low load current applications or where the load
regulation is less critical.

J2 SW1 ON

+S +LS NC -LS -S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 OFF

Fig.3-14: Sense connector location

Terminal Function
J2-1 Remote positive sense (+S).
J2-2 Local positive sense. Connected internally to the positive output terminal (+LS).
J2-3 Not connected (NC).
J2-4 Local negative sense. Connected internally to the negative output terminal (-LS).
J2-5 Remote negative sense (-S).
Table 3-4: J2 terminals
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3.10.3 Remote sensing

WARNING
There is a potential shock hazard at the sense point when using power supply
with a rated output voltage greater than 50V. Ensure that the connections at the
load end are shielded to prevent accidental contact with hazardous voltages.

CAUTION
When using shielded sense wires, ground the shield
in one place only. The location can be the power
supply chassis or one of the output terminals.

Use remote sense where the load regulation at the load end is critical. In remote sense, the power
supply will compensate for voltage drop on the load wires. Refer to the power supply specifications
for the maximum voltage drop on load wires. The voltage drop is subtracted from the total voltage
available at the output. Follow the instructions below to configure the power supply for remote
sensing:
1. Ensure that the AC On/Off is in the Off position.
2. Remove the local sense jumpers from J2.
3. Connect the negative sense lead to terminal J2-5 (-S) and the positive sense lead to terminal
J2-1(+S) of the J2 mating connector. Ensure that the J2 mating connector is plugged securely
into the rear panel sense connector, J2.
4. Turn On the power supply.

Notes:
1. If the power supply is operating in remote sense and either the positive or negative load
wire is not connected, an internal protection circuit will activate and shut down the power
supply. To resume operation, turn the AC On/Off to the Off position, connect the open load
wire, and turn On the power supply.
2. If the power supply is operated without the remote sense lines or local sense jumpers, it will
continue to work, but the output voltage regulation will be degraded. Also, the OVP circuit may
activate and shut down the power supply.

3.10.4 J2 sense connector technical information

- J2 connector type: MC 1.5/5-G-3.81, Phoenix.
- Plug type: MC 1.5/5-ST-3.81, Phoenix.
- Wire AWG; 28 up to 16.
- Stripping length: 7mm.
- Tightening torque:1.95-2.21Lb-Inch. (0.22- 0.25Nm)

3.11 REPACKAGING FOR SHIPMENT

To ensure safe transportation of the instrument, contact the Lambda sales or service facility near
you for Return Authorization and shipping information. Please attach a tag to the power supply
describing the problem and specifying the owner, model number and serial number of the power
supply. Refer to Warranty Information for further instructions.

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 CHAPTER 4 FRONT AND REAR PANEL CONTROLS
AND CONNECTORS

4.1 INTRODUCTION
TM
The Genesys Power Supply series has a full set of controls, indicators and connectors that allow
the user to easily setup and operate the unit. Before starting to operate the unit, please read the
following sections for explanation of the functions of the controls and connectors terminals.
- Section 4.2: Front panel controls and indicators.
- Section 4.3: Rear panel controls and connectors.

4.2 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

See Fig.4-1 to review the controls, indicators and meters located on the power supply front panel.

1 2 3 4 5 6

VOLTAGE DC VOLTS DC AMPS CURRENT

'
'
OVP
'
'

ALARM FINE PREV/ UVL FOLD REM/LOC OUT

POWER

19 16 14 13 11 9 7

18 17 15 12 10 8

Fig.4-1: Front panel controls and indicators

Table 4-1: Front Panel controls and indicators
Number Control/Indicator Description Section
5.2.1
High resolution rotary encoder for adjusting the Output 5.3.1
1 VOLTAGE control Voltage. Also adjusts the OVP/UVL levels and selects 5.4.1
the Address. 7.2.2
Green LED , lights for Constant-Voltage mode
2 VOLTAGE indicator operation.
4 digit, 7-segment LED display. Normally displays the
output voltage. When the PREV button is pressed, the
3 VOLTAGE display display indicates the programmed setting of the output
voltage. When the OVP/UVL button is pressed, the
Voltage display indicates the OVP/UVL setting.

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Number Control/Indicator Description Section
4 digit, 7-segment LED display. Normally displays the
output current. When the PREV button is pressed, the
4 CURRENT display
display indicates the programmed setting of output
current.
5 CURRENT indicator Green LED, lights for Constant-Current mode operation.
High resolution rotary encoder for adjusting the Output 5.2.2
6 CURRENT control Current. Also selects the Baud-Rate of the 7.2.4
communication port.
Main function: Output ON/OFF control. Press OUT to
set the output On or Off. Press to reset and turn On the 5.6
output after OVP or FOLD alarm events have occurred.
Auxiliary function: Selects between "Safe-Start" and
7 OUT button "Auto-Restart" modes. Press and hold OUT button to 5.11
toggle between "Safe-Start" and "Auto-Restart".The
VOLT display will cycle between "SAF" and "AU7”.
Releasing the OUT button while one of the modes is
displayed, selects that mode.
8 OUT indicator Green LED, lights when the DC output is enabled.
Main function: Go to local. Press REM/LOC to put the 7.2.5
unit into Local (REM/LOC button is disabled at Local
Lockout mode).
9 REM/LOC button Auxiliary function: Address and Baud Rate setting.
Press and hold REM/LOC for 3sec. to set the Address 7.2.2
with the VOLTAGE encoder and the Baud Rate with the 7.2.4
CURRENT encoder.
10 REM/LOC indicator Green LED, lights when the unit is in Remote mode.
Foldback protection control.
- Press FOLD to set Foldback protection to On.
11 FOLD button - To release Foldback alarm event, press OUT to 5.5
enable the output and re-arm the protection.
- Press FOLD again to cancel the Foldback protection.
12 FOLD indicator Green LED, lights when Foldback protection is On.
Over Voltage Protection and Under Voltage limit setting.
- Press once to set OVP using VOLTAGE encoder ( the 5.3
13 OVP/UVL button current display shows “OUP” )
- Press again to set the UVL using VOLTAGE encoder
( the current display shows “UUL” ). 5.4

Main function: Press PREV to display the output

voltage and current limit setting. For 5 sec. the display
will show the setting and then it will return to show the
actual output voltage and current.
14 PREV/ button Auxiliary function: Front Panel Lock. Press and hold 5.17
PREV button to toggle between “Locked front panel”
and “Unlocked front panel”. The display will cycle
between “LFP” and “UFP”. Releasing the PREV button
while one of the modes is displayed, selects that mode.

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Number Control/Indicator Description Section

15 PREV indicator Green LED, lights when PREV button is pressed.

Voltage and Current Fine/Coarse adjustment control.
Operates as a toggle switch. In Fine mode, the
16 FINE button VOLTAGE and CURRENT encoders operate with high
resolution and in Coarse mode with lower resolution
(approx. 6 turns).
Auxiliary function: Advanced Parallel Operation 5.15.2
Mode setting.
17 FINE indicator Green LED, lights when the unit is in Fine mode.
Red LED, blinks in case of fault detection. OVP, OTP
18 ALARM indicator Foldback, Enable and AC fail detection will cause the
ALARM LED to blink.
19 AC Power switch AC On/Off control.

4.3 REAR PANEL

See Fig.4-2 to review the connections and controls located on the power supply rear panel.
Refer to Table 4-2 for explanations about the rear panel connections and controls.
9 8 10

J3
J1
J2 SW1 ON

OFF
OUT IN AC INPUT
80~600V 750W
Models
2 1
7 6 5 4 3 6~60V
Models 1500W

Fig.4-2: Rear panel connections and controls

Table 4-2: Rear panel connections and controls
Number Item Description Section
AC input Wire clamp connector for 1500W units. 3.7.1
1 connector IEC connector for 750W units. 3.7.2
Bus-bars for 6V to 60V models. 3.9.6
2 DC output
Wire clamp connector for 80V to 600V models.
RJ-45 type connector, use for connecting power supplies to
Remote-In RS232 or RS485 port of computer for remote control purposes.
3
connector When using several power supplies in a power system, the first 7.3
unit Remote-In is connected to the computer and the remaining 7.4
units are chained, Remote-In to Remote-Out.

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Number Item Description Section

Remote Out RJ-45 type connector, used for chaining power supplies to form 7.3
4 connector a serial communication bus. 7.4
Programming Connector for remote analog interface. Includes output voltage and 4.5
and current limit programming and monitoring signals, Shut-off control
5 (electrical signal), Enable/Disable control (dry-contact), power
Monitoring
connector supply ok (PS_OK) signal and operation mode (CV/CC) signal.

SW1 Setup Nine position DIP switch for selecting remote programming and 4.4
6 switch monitoring modes for Output Voltage, Current Limit and other 4.4.1
control functions. 4.4.2
Remote Connector for making remote sensing connections to the load 3.8.2
7 sense for regulation of the load voltage and compensation of load 3.10.2
connector wire drop. 3.10.3
Blank sub-plate for standard units. Isolated Remote Analog
Blank programming connector for units equipped with Isolated
8 Sub-plate Analog control option. IEEE connector for units equipped with
IEEE programming option (shown).
9 IEEE Two position DIP switch for selecting IEEE mode or RS232/485
switch mode when IEEE option is installed.
10 Ground
M4x8 screw for chassis ground connection.
screw

4.4 REAR PANEL SW1 SETUP SWITCH

The SW1 Setup switch (see Fig.4-3) is a 9-position DIP switch that allows the user to choose the
following:
- Internal or remote programming for Output Voltage and Current Limit.
- Remote voltage or resistive programming of Output Voltage and Output Current limit.
- Select range of remote voltage and resistive programming.
- Select range of Output Voltage and Output Current monitoring.
- Select the Remote Shut-Off control logic.
- Select between RS232 or RS485 communication interface.
- Enable or disable the rear panel Enable/Disable control (dry contact).

9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Fig.4-3: SW1 setup DIP switch

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4.5 REAR PANEL J1 PROGRAMMING AND MONITORING CONNECTOR

The J1 Programming and Monitoring connector is a DB25 subminiature connector located on the
power supply rear panel. Refer to Table 4-4 for description of the connector functions. The power
supply default configuration is Local operation which does not require connections to J1. For remote
operation using J1 signals use the plug provided with power supply or equivalent type. It is essential
to use plastic body plug to conform with Safety Agency requirements. If a shield is required for J1
wires, connect the shield to a power supply chassis ground screw.

4.5.1 Making J1 connections

- J1 connector type: AMP, P/N: 5747461-3
- J1 plug description: AMP, P/N: 745211-7
- Wire dimension range: AWG26-22
- Extraction tool: AMP, 91232-1 or equivalent.
- Manual Pistol grip tool:
Handle: AMP, P/N: 58074-1
Head: AMP, P/N: 58063-2

Before making any connection, turn the AC On/Off switch to the Off position and wait until the front
panel display has turned Off.

CAUTION

Terminals 12, 22 and 23 of J1 are connected internally to the

negative sense(-S) potential of the power supply. Do not
attempt to bias any of these terminals relative to the
negative sense. Use the Isolated Programming interface
option to allow control from a programming source at a
different potential relative to the power supply negative

CAUTION

To prevent ground loops and to maintain the isolation of the

power supply when programming from J1, use an
ungrounded programming source.

WARNING
There is a potential shock hazard at the output when using a
power supply with rated output greater than 50V. Use wires
with minimum insulation rating equivalent to the maximum
output voltage of the power supply.

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Same ground
as P/S negative
sense (-S)
VMON IF_COM
COM IPGM IF_COM
CV/CC VPGM ENA_IN
LOC/
REM

13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14

P Isolated from ENA_OUT

IMON PS outputs, SO
IPGM_RTN same ground PS_OK
VPGM_RTN as RS232/485
LOC/REM SIGNAL

Table 4-4: J1 connector terminals and functions

J1 Signal Function
contact name Reference
J1-1 ENA_IN Enable /Disable the power supply output by dry-contact Sec. 5.8
(short/open) with ENA_OUT.
Isolated Interface Common. Return for the SO control,
J1-2 IF_COM PS_OK signal and communication interface RS232/485 Sec. 5.7, 5.10
J1-3 IEEE optional.
J1-4~7 N/C No Connection
J1-8 LOC/REM Input for selecting between Local or Remote analog Sec. 6.2
SELECT programming of output voltage and output current.
J1-9 VPGM Input for remote analog voltage/resistance programming Sec. 6.1~6.4
of the Output Voltage.
J1-10 IPGM Input for remote analog voltage/resistance programming Sec. 6.1~6.4
of the Output Current.
J1-11 VMON Output for monitoring the power supply Output Voltage. Sec. 6.6
J1-12 COM Control Common. Return for VMON, IMON, CV/CC, LOC/REM.
Connected internally to the negative sense potential (-S).
J1-13 CV/CC Output for Constant-Voltage / Constant-Current mode Sec. 5.9
indication.
J1-14 ENA_OUT Enable/Disable the power supply output by dry-contact Sec. 5.8
(short/open) with ENA_IN.
J1-15 SO Input for Shut-Off control of the power supply output. Sec. 5.7
J1-16 PS_OK Output for indication of the power supply status. Sec. 5.10
J1-17~20 N/C No Connection.
LOC/REM Output for indicating if the unit is in Local or Remote Sec. 6.3
J1-21 SIGNAL analog programming mode.
J1-22 VPGM_RTN Return for VPGM input. Connected internally to the " -S". Sec. 6.1, 6.4,
6.5
J1-23 IPGM_RTN Return for IPGM input. Connected internally to the " -S". Sec. 6.1, 6.4,
6.5
J1-24 IMON Output for monitoring the power supply Output Current. Sec. 6.6
J1-25 P Output for current balance in parallel operation. Sec. 5.15
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5.1 INTRODUCTION
This Chapter describes the operating modes that are not involved in programming and monitoring
the power supply via its serial communication port (RS232/RS485) or by remote analog signals.
Ensure that the REM/LOC LED on the front panel is Off, indicating Local mode. If the REM/LOC
LED is On, press the front panel REM/LOC button to change the operating mode to local.
- For information regarding remote analog programming refer to Chapter 6.
- For information regarding usage of the serial communication port refer to Chapter 7.

5.2 STANDARD OPERATION

The power supply has two basic operating modes: Constant Voltage Mode and Constant Current
Mode. The mode in which the power supply operates at any given time depends on the output
voltage setting, output current limit setting and the load resistance.

5.2.1 Constant Voltage Mode

1. In constant voltage mode, the power supply regulates the output voltage at the selected value,
while the load current varies as required by the load.
2. While the power supply operates in constant voltage mode, the VOLTAGE LED on the front panel
illuminates.
3. Adjustment of the output voltage can be made when the power supply output is enabled
(Output On) or disabled (Output Off). When the output is enabled, simply rotate the VOLTAGE
encoder knob to program the output voltage. When the output is disabled, press the PREV
button and then rotate the VOLTAGE encoder knob. The VOLTAGE meter will show the
programmed output voltage for 5 seconds after the adjustment has been completed. Then the
VOLTAGE meter will display "OFF".
4. Adjustment resolution can be set to coarse or fine resolution.
Press FINE button to select between the lower and higher resolution. The FINE LED turns On
when the resolution is set to FINE.
NOTE
If after completing the adjustment, the display shows a different value
than the setting, the power supply may be at current limit. Check the
load condition and the power supply current limit setting.

NOTE
The maximum and minimum setting values of the output voltage are
limited by the Over Voltage protection and Under Voltage limit setting.
Refer to Sec.5.3 and 5.4 for more details.

5.2.2 Constant Current Operation

1. In constant current mode, the power supply regulates the output current at the selected value,
while the voltage varies with the load requirement.
2. While the power supply is operating in constant current mode, the CURRENT LED on the front
panel illuminates.
3. Adjustment of the output current limit can be made when the power supply output is enabled
(Output On) or disabled (Output Off).
- Disabled output (Off): Press PREV button and then rotate the Current encoder knob. The
CURRENT meter will show the programmed current limit for 5 seconds after the adjustment
has been completed. Then the VOLTAGE meter will display "OFF".
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 - Enabled output, power supply in Constant Voltage mode: Press the PREV button and then
rotate the CURRENT encoder knob. The CURRENT meter will show the programmed
current limit for 5 seconds after the adjustment has been completed, and then will return to
show the actual load current.
- Enabled output, power supply in Constant Current mode: Rotate the CURRENT encoder
knob to adjust the current limit.
4. Adjustment resolution can be set to Coarse or Fine adjustment. Press the FINE button to
select between the Coarse and Fine resolution. The FINE LED turns On when the resolution
is set to FINE.

5.2.3 Automatic Crossover

If the power supply operates in Constant Voltage mode, while the load current is increased to greater
than the current limit setting, the power supply will automatically switch to Constant Current mode. If
the load is decreased to less than the current limit setting, the power supply will automatically switch
back to Constant Voltage mode.

5.3 OVER VOLTAGE PROTECTION (OVP)

The OVP circuit protects the load in the event of a remote or local programming error or a power
supply failure. The protection circuit monitors the voltage at the power supply sense points and thus
providing the protection level at the load. Upon detection of an Over Voltage condition, the power
supply output will shut down.

5.3.1 Setting the OVP level

The OVP can be set when the power supply output is Enabled (On) or Disabled (Off). To set the OVP
level, press the OVP/UVL button, so that the CURRENT meter shows "OUP".
The VOLTAGE meter shows the OVP setting level. Rotate the VOLTAGE encoder knob to adjust the
OVP level. The display will show "OUP" and the setting value for 5 seconds after the adjustment has
been completed and then will return to it's previous state.
The minimum setting level is approx. 105% of the set output voltage, or the value in Table 7-6,
whichever is higher. The maximum setting level is shown in Table 5-1.
Max. Max.
Model Model
OVP OVP
To preview the OVP setting, press OVP/UVL
6V 7.5V 60V 66.0V
pushbutton so that the CURRENT display will show 8V 10.0V 80V 88.0V
"OUP". At this time, the VOLTAGE display will show the 12.5V 15.0V 100V 110.0V
OVP setting. After 5 seconds, the display will return to 20V 24.0V 150V 165.0V
30V 36.0V 300V 330.0V
it's previous state. 40V 44.0V 600V 660.0V
50V 57.0V

Table 5-1: Maximum OVP setting levels

5.3.2 Activated OVP protection indications
When the OVP is activated the power supply output shuts down. The VOLTAGE display shows
"OUP" and the ALARM LED blinks.

5.3.3 Resetting the OVP circuit

To reset the OVP circuit after it activates:
1. Reduce the power supply Output Voltage setting below the OVP set level.
2. Ensure that the load and the sense wiring is connected properly.
3. There are four methods to reset the OVP circuit.
3.1 Press OUT button.
3.2 Turn the power supply Off using the AC On/Off switch, wait until the front panel display turns
Off, then turn the power supply On using the AC On/Off switch.
3.3 Turn the power supply output Off and then On using the SO control (refer to sect.5.7). In this
method the power supply should be set to Auto-Restart mode.
3.4 Send OUT1 command via the RS232/485 communication port.
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5.4 UNDER VOLTAGE LIMIT (UVL)
The UVL prevents adjustment of the output voltage below a certain limit.The combination of UVL
and OVP functions, allow the user to create a protection window for sensitive load circuitry.
5.4.1 Setting the UVL level
Setting the UVL can be made when the power supply output is Enabled (On) or Disabled (Off). To set
the UVL level, press the OVP/UVL button TWICE, so that the CURRENT meter shows “UUL”. The
VOLTAGE meter shows the UVL setting level. Rotate the VOLTAGE encoder knob to adjust the UVL
level. The display will show “UUL” and the setting value for 5 seconds after the adjustment has been
completed and then will return to it’s previous state.
UVL setting values are limited at the maximum level to approximately 95% of the Output Voltage
setting. Attempting to adjust the UVL above this limit will result in no response to the adjustment
attempt. The minimum UVL setting is zero.

5.5 FOLDBACK PROTECTION

Foldback protection will shut down the power supply output if the load current exceeds the current limit
setting level. This protection is useful when the load circuitry is sensitive to an over current condition.
5.5.1 Setting the Foldback protection
To arm the Foldback protection, the FOLD button should be pressed so that the FOLD LED illuminates.
In this condition, transition from Constant Voltage to Constant Current mode will activate the Foldback
protection. Activation of the Foldback protection disables the power supply output, causes the ALARM
LED to blink and display " Fb" on the VOLTAGE meter.
5.5.2 Resetting activated Foldback protection
There are four methods to reset an activated Foldback protection.
1. Press the OUT button. The power supply output is enabled and the Output Voltage and current
will return to their last setting. In this method, the Foldback protection remains armed, therefore if
the load current is higher than the current limit setting, the Foldback protection will be activated
again.
2. Press the FOLD button to cancel the Foldback protection. The power supply output will be disabled
and the VOLTAGE display will show “OFF”. Press the OUT button to enable the power supply output.
3. Turn the power supply output Off and then On using the SO control (refer to sect. 5.7). In this method
the foldback protection remains armed, therefore if the load current is higher than the current limit
setting the Foldback protection will be activated.
4. Turn the power supply Off using the AC On/Off switch, wait until the front panel display turns Off,
then turn the unit back ON again. The power supply output is enabled and the Output Voltage and
Current will return to their last setting. In this method, the Foldback protection remains armed,
therefore if the load current is higher than the current limit setting, the Foldback protection will be
activated again.

5.6 OUTPUT ON/OFF CONTROL

The Output On/Off enables or disables the power supply output. Use this function to make adjustments
to either the power supply or the load without shutting off the AC power. The Output On/Off can be
activated from the front panel using the OUT button or from the rear panel J1 connector.The OUT
button can be pressed at any time to enable or disable the power supply output. When the output is
disabled, the output voltage and current fall to zero and the VOLTAGE display shows “OFF”.

5.7 OUTPUT SHUT-OFF (SO) CONTROL VIA REAR PANEL J1 CONNECTOR

Contacts 2,3 and 15 of J1 (Fig.4-2, Item 5) serve as Output Shut-Off (SO) terminals. The SO terminals
accept a 2.5V to 15V signal or Open-Short contact to disable or enable the power supply output. The
SO function will be activated only when a transition from On to Off is detected after applying AC power
to unit. (Thus , in Auto-Restart mode, the output will be enabled after applying AC power, even if SO is in
Off level.). After On to Off transition is detected, the SO will enable or disable the power supply output
according to the signal level or the short/open applied to J1. This function is useful for connecting power
supplies in a “Daisy-chain” (refer to section 5.16). The SO control can be used also to reset the OVP
and Fold Protection. Refer to sect. 5.3 and 5.5 for details.
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When the unit is shut-off by J1 signal, the VOLTAGE display will show “SO” to indicate the unit state. J1
contact 15 is the SO signal input and contacts 2 and 3, IF_COM, are the signal return (connected
internally). Contacts 2,3 and 15 are optically isolated from the power supply output.
The SO control logic can be selected by the rear panel SW1 Setup switch. Refer to Table 5-2 for SW1
setting and SO control logic.
SW1-5 setting SO signal level Power supply Display
J1-2(3), 15 output
Down (default) 2-15V or Open On Voltage/Current
0-0.6V or Short Off “SO”
Up 2-15V or Open Off “SO”
0-0.6V or Short On Voltage/Current
Table 5-2: SO logic selection
5.8 ENABLE/DISABLE CONTROL VIA REAR PANEL J1 CONNECTOR
Contacts 1 and 14 of J1 (Fig.4-2, Item 5) serve as Output Enable/Disable terminals by switch or relay.
This function is enabled or disabled by the SW1 Setup switch position 9. Refer to Table 5-3 for
Enable/Disable function and SW1 setting.

SW1-9 setting Enable/Disable inputs Power supply output Display ALARM LED
Down (Default) Open or Short On Voltage/Current Off
Open Off “ENA” Blinking
Up
Short On Voltage/Current Off
Table 5-3: Enable/Disable function and SW1 setting
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the unit, do not connect any of the
Enable/Disable inputs to the positive or negative output potential.
NOTE
Safe Start mode-If the Enable/Disable fault condition clears when units in safe start mode
recovery is by pressing OUT button or by sending a ‘OUT 1’ serial command.
Auto Restart mode- The output will return back ON automatically when the Enable/Disable
fault conditions clears.
5.9 CV/CC SIGNAL
CV/CC signal indicates the operating mode of the power supply, Constant Voltage or Constant Current.
CV/CC signal is an open collector output with a 30V parallel zener, at J1-13, referenced to the COM
potential at J1-12 (connected internally to the negative sense potential). When the power supply
operates in Constant Voltage mode, CV/CC output is open. When the power supply operates in Constant
Current mode, CV/CC signal output is low(0-0.6), with maximum 10mA sink current.

CAUTION
Do not connect CV/CC signal to a voltage source higher than 30VDC.
Always connect CV/CC signal to the voltage source with a series resistor
to limit the sink current to less than 10mA.
5.10 PS_OK SIGNAL
PS_OK signal indicates fault condition in the power supply. PS_OK is a TTL signal output at J1-16,
referenced to IF_COM at J1-2,3 (Isolated Interface Common)). When a fault condition occurs, PS_OK
level is low, with maximum sink current of 1mA, when no fault condition occurs, PS_OK level is high with
maximum source current of 2mA. The following faults will set the PS_OK to Fault state:
*OTP *Enable/Disable open (Power supply is disabled)
*OVP *SO (Rear panel Shut-Off - Power supply is shut off))
*Foldback *IEEE failure (with optional IEEE interface)
*AC fail *Output Off
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5.11 SAFE START AND AUTO-RESTART MODES
When turning on the power supply AC On/Off, it can start to its last setting of Output Voltage and
Current limit with the output enabled (Auto-restart) or start with the output disabled (Safe mode).
Press and hold the OUT button to select between Safe start and Auto-restart modes. The VOLTAGE
display will continuously cycle between "SAF" and "AU7” every 3 seconds. Releasing OUT
pushbutton while one of the modes is displayed, selects that mode. The default setting at shipment
is Safe mode.

5.11.1 Automatic start mode (AU7)

In this mode, the power supply restores its last operation setting. Upon start-up, the output is
enabled or disabled according to its last setting.

5.11.2 Safe start mode (SAF)

In this mode, the power supply restores its last operation setting and sets the Output to Off state. At
start-up, the output is disabled and the output voltage and current are zero. To enable the output and
restore the last output voltage and current limit values, momentarily press OUT button.

5.12 OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION (OTP)

The OTP circuit shuts down the power supply before the internal components can exceed their safe
internal operating temperature. When an OTP shutdown occurs, the display shows "O7P" and the
ALARM LED blinks.
Resetting the OTP circuit can be automatic (non-latched) or manual (latched) depending on the
Safe or Automatic restart mode.

1. Safe start mode: In Safe start mode, the power supply stays off after the over temperature
condition has been removed. The display continue to shows "O7P" and the ALARM LED
continues to blink. To reset the OTP circuit, press OUT button (or send OUT ON command via the
serial port).
2. Auto-restart mode: In Auto-restart mode , the power supply recovers to it's last setting
automatically when the over temperature condition is removed.

5.13 LAST SETTING MEMORY

The power supply is equipped with Last Setting Memory, which stores power supply parameters at
each AC turn-off sequence.

STORED PARAMETERS:
1. OUT On or Off
2. Output voltage setting (PV setting)
3. Output current limit (PC setting)
4. OVP setting
5. UVL setting
6. FOLD setting
7. Start-up mode (Safe or Auto-restart)
8. Remote/Local:If the last setting was Local Lockout (latched mode), the supply will return to
Remote mode (non-latched).
9. Address setting
10. Baud rate
11. Locked /Unlocked front panel (LFP/UFP)
(Items 8, 9, 10 are related to Remote digital control operation and explained in chapter 7)
12. Master/Slave setting

5.14 SERIES OPERATION

Power supplies of the SAME MODEL can be connected in series to obtain increased output voltage.
Split connection of the power supplies gives positive and negative output voltage.
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 CAUTION
Do not connect power supplies from different
manufacturers in series or in parallel.

5.14.1 Series connection for increased output voltage

In this mode, two units are connected so that their outputs are summed. Set the current limit of
each power supply to the maximum that the load can handle without damage. It is
recommended that diodes be connected in parallel with each unit output to prevent reverse
voltage during start up sequence or in case one of the units shuts down. Each diode should be
rated to at least the power supply rated output voltage and output current. Refer to Fig.5-1 and
5-2 for series operation with local and remote sensing.

WARNING
When power supplies are connected in series, and
the load or one of the output terminals is grounded,
no point may be at a greater potential of +/-60VDC
from ground for models up to 60VDC Rated Output
and +/-600VDC from ground for models >60VDC
Rated Output. When using RS232/485 or IEEE, refer
to the OUTPUT TERMINALS GROUNDING
warning, section 3.9.11.

+LS +S +LS +S

POWER + POWER +
(*) (*)
SUPPLY - SUPPLY -
-LS -S -LS -S
+ +
LOAD LOAD
- -
+LS +S +LS +S

POWER + (*) Diodes are POWER +

(*) (*)
SUPPLY - user supplied. SUPPLY -
-LS -S -LS -S
Fig.5-1: Series connection, local sensing Fig.5-2: Series connection, remote sensing
Remote programming in series operation for increased output voltage:
1.Programming by external voltage: The analog programming circuits of this power supply
are referenced to the negative Sense (-S) potential.
Therefore, the circuits used to control each series
connected unit must be separated and floated from
each other.
2.Using the SO function and PS_OK signal: The Shut-Off and PS_OK circuits are referenced to the
isolated interface common, IF_COM (J1-2,3). The
IF_COM terminals of different units can be connected
to obtain a single control circuit for the power supplies
connected in series.
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3. Programming by external resistor: Programming by external resistor is possible . Refer to
section 6-5 for details.
4. Programming via the Serial The communication port is referenced to the IF_COM
Communication port (RS232/RS485): which is isolated from the power supply output
potential. Therefore power supplies connected in
series can be chained using the Remote-In and
Remote-Out connectors. Refer to chapter 7 for details.

5.14.2 Series connection for positive and negative output voltage

In this mode, two units are configured as a positive and negative output. Set the current limit of each
power supply to the maximum that the load can handle without damage. It is recommended that
diodes be connected in parallel with each unit output to prevent reverse voltage during start-up or in
case one of the units shuts down. Each diode should be rated to at least the power supply rated
output voltage and output current. Refer to Fig.5-3 for this operating mode.

+LS +S

POWER +
(*)
SUPPLY -
-LS -S
+ LOAD
COM.
-
+LS +S

POWER +
(*) (*) Diodes are user supplied.
SUPPLY -
-LS -S

Fig.5-3: Series connection for positive/negative output voltages

Remote programming in series operation for positive and negative output voltage

1. Programming by external voltage: The analog programming circuits of this power supply
are referenced to the negative Sense potential.
Therefore, the circuits used to control each series
connected unit must be separated and floated from
each other.
2. Using the SO function and PS_OK The Shut-Off and PS_OK circuits are referenced to the
signal : isolated interface common, IF_COM (J1-2,3). The
IF_COM terminals of the units can be connected to
obtain a single control circuit for the power supplies
connected in series.
3. Programming by external resistor : Programming by external resistor is possible. Refer
to section 6.5 for details.
4. Programming via the Serial The communication port is referenced to the IF_COM
Communication port (RS232/RS485): which is isolated from the power supply output
potential. Therefore power supplies connected in
series can be chained using the Remote-In and
Remote-Out connectors. Refer to chapter 7 for details.

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5.15 PARALLEL OPERATION
Up to four units of the same VOLTAGE and CURRENT rating can be connected in parallel to provide
up to four times the output current capability. One of the units operates as a master and the
remaining units are slaves. The slave units are analog programmed by the master unit.
In remote digital operation, only the master unit can be programmed by the computer while the slave
units may be connected to the computer for voltage, current and status readback only.
There are two methods, basic and advanced, to configure multiple supplies for parallel operation.
With both methods, Power Supplies, should be connected in a Daisy-Chain configuration.
Refer to Sec. 5.15.1 , to Sec. 5.15.2 and to Sec.5.16 for detailed explanation.
5.15.1 Basic parallel operation
In this method, setting the units as Master and Slaves is made by the rear panel J1 connections and
the setup switch SW1. Each unit displays its own output current and voltage. To program the load
current, the Master unit should be programmed to the total load current divided by the number of
units in the system. Refer to the following procedure to configure multiple supplies for simple parallel
operation.
1. Setting up the Master unit
Set the master unit output voltage to the desired voltage. Program the current limit to the
desired load current limit divided by the number of parallel units. During operation, the master
unit operates in CV mode, regulating the load voltage at the programmed output voltage.
Connect the sensing circuit to local or remote sensing as shown in Fig.5-4 or Fig.5-5.
2. Setting up the slave units
-1.The output voltage of the slave units should be programmed 2%~5% higher than the output
voltage of the master unit to prevent interference with the master unit's control.
The current limit of each unit should be programmed to the desired load current limit
divided by the number of parallel units.
-2.Set the rear panel setup switch SW1 position 2 to it's up position.
-3.Set the rear panel setup switch SW1 position 3 in the same position as
SW1 position 4 of the master.
-4.Connect short between J1-8 and J1-12 (refer to Table 4-4.)
-5. Connect J1 terminal 10(IPGM) of the slave unit to J1 terminal 25(P) of the master unit.
During operation the slave units operate as a controlled current source following the master
output current. It is recommended that the power system is designed so that each unit supplies
up to 95% of its current rating because of the imbalance which may be caused by cabling and
connections voltage drop.
3. Setting Over Voltage protection
The master unit OVP should be programmed to the desired OVP level. The OVP of the slave
units should be programmed to a higher value than the master OVP. When the master unit
shuts down, it programs the slave unit to zero output voltage. If a slave unit shuts down
(when its OVP is set lower than the master output voltage), only that unit would shut down
and the remaining slave units would supply all the load current.
4. Setting Foldback protection
Foldback protection if desired, may only be used with the master unit. When the master unit
shuts down it programs the slave units to zero output voltage.
5. Connection to the load
In parallel operation, power supplies can be connected in local or remote sensing. Refer to
Fig.5-4 and 5-5 for typical connections of parallel power supplies. The figures show
connection of two units, however the same connection method applies up to 4 units.
5.15.2 Advanced parallel operation
In this method, multiple supplies can be configured to parallel operation as a single power supply.
The total load current and output voltage are displayed by the Master unit and can be readback
from the Master unit. The Slave units display only their operating status (On, Off or Fault
condition).
Refer to the following procedure to configure multiple supplies for Advanced parallel operation.
1. Basic configuration
Repeat steps 1 to 5 in Sec. 5.15.1 (Basic parallel operation).
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a) Depress and hold the FINE button for 3 seconds. The Master/Slave configuration will be
displayed on the Current Display. Rotate the CURRENT encoder to obtain the desired mode.
Refer to Table 5-4 for the CURRENT display and modes of operation.
CURRENT Display Operating Mode
H1 Single supply (default)
H2 Master supply with 1 Slave supply
H3 Master supply with 2 Slave supplies
H4 Master supply with 3 Slave supplies
S Slave supply
Table 5-4: Setting mode of operation
b) When the desired configuration is obtained, depress and release the FINE button or wait
approx. 5 seconds.
3. Master and Slave units default operation
a) When a unit is programmed to Slave mode it enters the Remote mode with Local Lockout,
then all the front panel controls are disabled to prevent accidental setting change.
b) The Slave units parameters will automatically set the following:
*Output voltage to approximate. 102% of rated output voltage.
*Programmed Current to zero. *AST On
*UVL to zero volts *OUT On
*OVP to its maximum value *Foldback protection Off
c) The Master and Slave modes are stored in the power supply EEPROM when the AC power is
Turned off. The system will return to the Master/Slave mode upon re-application of AC power.
4. CURRENT display accuracy
In the advanced parallel mode, the total current is programmed and reported by the Master. In
this method, the CURRENT display accuracy is 2%+/- 1 count. In cases that higher accuracy is
required, it is recommended to use the basic parallel operation mode.
5. To release units from Slave mode
Slave units can be released using the following procedure:
a) Depress FINE button for 3 seconds. The Master/Slave configuration will be displayed on the
CURRENT display.
b) Select H1 mode using the CURRENT encoder.
c) Depress FINE button again or wait 5 seconds.
d) Turn the AC power Off to store the new setting.
e) After exiting from Slave operation the unit’s parameters will be set to:
*Programmed Voltage to zero *AST OFF
*Programmed Current to zero *OUT OFF
*UVL to zero volts *Foldback protection OFF
*OVP to its maximum value *Locked Front Panel

-S -LS +LS +S
+V As short as possible
MASTER
Twisted
POWER SUPPLY -V pair
J1-25 +
To J1-10 P
SLAVE#2 LOAD
POWER SUPPLY IPGM
J1-8 J1-12 J1-10 -
SLAVE#1 +V
POWER SUPPLY
-V
-S -LS +LS +S

Fig.5-4: Parallel connection with local sensing

CAUTION
Make sure that the connection between -Vo terminals is reliable to avoid disconnection during
operation. Disconnection may cause damage to the power supply.
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NOTE
With local sensing it is important to minimize the wire length and resistance. Also the
positive and negative wire resistance should be close as possible to each other to achieve
current balance between power supplies.
+S
-S
Twisted
pair CAUTION
-S +S
+V As short as possible Make sure that the
MASTER
Twisted
+S connection between -Vo
POWER SUPPLY -V pair terminals is reliable to
J1-25 + avoid disconnection
To J1-10 P
SLAVE#2 IPGM
LOAD during operation.
POWER SUPPLY J1-8 J1-12 J1-10 - Disconnection may cause
SLAVE#1 +V damage to the power
POWER SUPPLY -S supply.
-V
-S +S Twisted
pair

-S
+S

Fig.5-5: Parallel operation with Remote sensing

5.16 DAISY-CHAIN CONNECTION

It is possible to configure a multiple power supply system to shut down all the units when a fault
condition occurs in one of the units. When the fault is removed, the system recovers according to its
setting to Safe start mode or Automatic restart.
Setup switch SW1 position 5 should be set to its Down position to enable the Daisy-chain operation.
Other SW1 positions can be set according to the application requirements.
If a fault occurs in one of the units its PS_OK signal will be set to low level and the display will indicate
the fault. The other units will shut off and their display will indicate "SO”. When the fault condition is
removed, the units will recover to their last setting according to their Safe start or Auto-restart setting.
Fig.5-6 shows connection of three units, however the same connection method applies to systems
with a larger number of units.
POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY
#1 #2 #3
J1-2,3 J1-16 J1-15 J1-2,3 J1-16 J1-15 J1-2,3 J1-16 J1-15

IF_COM PS_OK SO IF_COM PS_OK SO IF_COM PS_OK SO

Fig.5-6: Daisy-chain connection

5.17 FRONT PANEL LOCKING
The front panel controls can be locked to protect from accidental power supply parameter change.
Press and hold PREV button to toggle between “Locked front panel” and “Unlocked front panel”.
The display will cycle between “LFP” and “UFP”. Releasing the PREV button while one of the
modes is displayed, selects that mode.
5.17.1 Unlocked front panel
In this mode, the front panel controls are enable to program and monitor the power supply
parameters.
5.17.2 Locked front panel
In this mode the following front panel controls are disabled:
- VOLTAGE and CURRENT encoders.
- FOLD button.
- OUT button.
The power supply will not respond to attempts to use these controls. The VOLT display will show
“LFP” to indicate that the front panel is locked.
OVP/UVL button is active to preview the OVP and UVL setting.
Use PREV button to preview the output voltage and current setting or to unlock the front panel.
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6.1 INTRODUCTION
The rear panel connector J1 allows the user to program the power supply output voltage and current
limit with an analog device. J1 also provides monitoring signals for output voltage and output current.
The programming range and monitoring signals range can be selected between 0-5V or 0-10V
using the setup switch SW1. When the power supply is in Remote Analog programming, the serial
communication port is active and can be used to read the power supply parameters.

CAUTION
COM (J1-12), VPGM_RTN (J1-22) and IPGM_ RTN (J1-23) terminals of J1
connect internally to the -Sense potential (-S). Do not connect these
terminals to any potential other than -Sense (-S), as it may damage the
power supply.

6.2 LOCAL /REMOTE ANALOG SELECTION

Contact 8 of J1 (Fig. 4-2, item 5) accepts TTL signal or Open-Short contact (referenced to J1-12) to
select between Local or Remote Analog programming of the output voltage and current limit.
In Local mode, the output voltage and current limit can be programmed via the front panel VOLTAGE
and CURRENT encoders or via the RS232/485 port. In Remote Analog mode, the output voltage
and current limit can be programmed by analog voltage or by programming resistors via J1 contacts
9 and 10 (refer to sec. 6.4 and 6.5). Refer to Table 6-1 for Local/Remote Analog control (J1-8)
function and Setup switch SW1-1, 2 setting.

Output voltage/
SW1-1,2 setting J1-8 function Current setting
Down (default) No effect Local
"0" or Short Remote Analog
Up
"1" or Open Local
Table 6-1: Local/Remote Analog control function

6.3 LOCAL/REMOTE ANALOG INDICATION

Contact 21 of J1 (Fig. 4-2, item 5) is an open collector output that indicates if the power supply is in
Local mode or in Remote Analog mode. To use this output, connect a pull-up resistor to a voltage
source of 30Vdc maximum. Choose the pull-up resistor so that the sink current will be less than 5mA
when the output is in low state. Refer to Table 6-2 for J1-21 function.

J1-8 SW1-1 SW1-2 J1-21 signal

TTL "0" or short Down Down Open
Down Up 0~0.6V
Up Down 0~0.6V
Up Up 0~0.6V
TTL "1" or open Down or Up Down or Up Open
Table 6-2: Local/Remote Analog indication

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CAUTION
To maintain the isolation of power supply and prevent ground loops, use an
isolated programming source when operating the power supply via remote
analog programming at J1 connector.

Perform the following procedure to set the power supply to Remote Voltage programming :
1. Turn the power supply AC On/Off switch to Off.
2. Set setup switch SW1-1 to its UP position for output voltage external programming and
SW1-2 to its UP position for Output Current limit external programming.
3. Set SW1 position 3 to select programming voltage range according to Table 6-3.
4. Ensure that SW1 positions 7 and 8 are at their Down (default) position.
5. Connect a short between J1-8 and J1-12 (refer to Table 4-4).
6. Connect the programming source to the mating plug of J1 as shown in Fig.6-1. Observe
correct polarity for the voltage source.
7. Set the programming sources to the desired levels and turn the power supply ON. Adjust the
programming sources to change the power supply output.

NOTES:
1. SW1 positions 4,5,6 and 9 are not required for remote programming. Their setting can be
determined according the application.
2. The control circuits allow the user to set the output voltage and current limit up to 5% over
the model-rated maximum value. The power supply will operate within the extended range,
however it is not recommended to operate the power supply over its voltage and current
rating and performance is not guaranteed.

SW1-3 setting Output Voltage programming Current limit programming

VPGM (J1-9) IPGM (J1-10)
UP 0-10V 0-10V
DOWN 0-5V 0-5V

Table 6-3: SW1-3 setting and programming range

J1 connector, rear panel view

CURRENT LIMIT OUTPUT VOLTAGE

PROGRAMMING PROGRAMMING
- + + -

12 10 9 8
13 1
25 14
23 22

Fig.6-1: Remote voltage programming connection

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6.5 RESISTIVE PROGRAMMING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT LIMIT
For resistive programming, internal current sources, for output voltage and/or output current control,
supply 1mA current through external programming resistors connected between J1-9 & 22 and J1-10
& 23. The voltage across the programming resistors is used as a programming voltage for the power
supply. Resistance of 0~5Kohm or 0~10Kohm can be selected to program the output voltage and
current limit from zero to full scale.
A variable resistor can control the output over its entire range, or a combination of variable resistor
and series/parallel resistors can control the output over restricted portion of its range.

Perform the following procedure to set the power supply to Resistive programming:
1. Turn the AC On/Off switch to Off.
2. Set setup switch SW1-1 to its UP position for output voltage external programming and
SW1-2 to its UP position for Output Current limit external programming.
3. Set SW1 position 3 to select programming resistor range according to Table 6-4.
4. Set SW1-7 to its UP position for output voltage resistive programming and
SW1-8 to its UP position for Output Current limit resistive programming.
5. Connect a short between J1-8 and J1-12 (refer to Table 4-4).
6. Connect the programming resistors to the mating plug of J1 as shown in Fig.6-2.
7. Set the programming resistors to the desired resistance and turn the power supply ON.
Adjust the resistors to change the power supply output.

NOTES:
1. SW1 positions 4, 5, 6 and 9 are not required for remote programming. Their setting can be
determined according to the application requirements.
2. The control circuits allow the user to set the output voltage and current limit up to 5% over
the model-rated maximum value. The power supply will operate within the extended range,
however it is not recommended to operate the power supply over its voltage and current
rating and performance is not guaranteed.
3. To maintain the temperature stability specification of the power supply, the resistors used for
programming should be stable and low noise resistors, with temperature coefficient of less
than 50ppm.
4. When resistive programming is used, front panel and computer control (via serial communication
port) of output voltage and current are disabled.
SW1-3 setting Output Voltage programming Current limit programming
VPGM (J1-9) IPGM (J1-10)
UP 0-10Kohm 0-10Kohm
DOWN 0-5Kohm 0-5Kohm

Table 6-4: SW1-3 setting and programming range

J1 connector, rear panel view

CURRENT LIMIT OUTPUT VOLTAGE
PROGRAMMING PROGRAMMING
PROGRAMMING PROGRAMMING
RESISTOR RESISTOR
12 10 9 8
13 1
25 14
OPTIONAL SETS OPTIONAL SETS
LOWER LIMIT 23 22 LOWER LIMIT

OPTIONAL SETS OPTIONAL SETS

UPPER LIMIT UPPER LIMIT
Fig.6-2: Remote resistive programming
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6.6 REMOTE MONITORING OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
The J1 connector, located on the rear panel provides analog signals for monitoring the output
voltage and output current. Selection of the voltage range between 0-5V or 0-10V is made by
setup switch SW1-4. The monitoring signals represent 0 to 100% of the power supply output
voltage and output current.The monitor outputs have 500 ohm series output resistance. Ensure
that the sensing circuit has an input resistance of greater than 500 Kohm or accuracy will be
reduced.
Refer to Table 6-5 for required J1 connection, SW1-4 setting and monitoring voltage range.

Signal Signal function J1 connection Range SW1-4

name Signal (+) Return (-)
VMON Vout monitor J1-11
J1-12 0-5V Down
IMON Iout monitor J1-24
VMON Vout monitor J1-11
J1-12 0-10V Up
IMON Iout monitor J1-24

Table 6-5 Monitoring signals setting

Notes:

1.Radiated emissions, FCC requirements: FCC requirements for radiated emissions, use
shielded cable for the analog control signals. In case of
using unshielded cable, attach an EMI ferrite
suppressor to the cable, as close as possible to the
power supply.
2. Front panel encoders operation: In Remote analog mode the output voltage and
current can’t be set by the VOLTAGE and CURRENT
encoders.

3. Front panel PREV button: Use PREV button to display the output voltage and
current setting defined by the encoders or
communication.
4. Communication: In Remote analog mode, power supply parameters
can be programmed and readback via the
communication port except output voltage and current
setting.

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CHAPTER 7 RS232 & RS485 REMOTE CONTROL
7.1 INTRODUCTION
TM
This chapter describes the operation of the Genesys 750W and 1500W power supplies via the
serial communication port. Details of the initial set-up, operation via RS232 or RS485, the command
set and the communication protocol are described in this chapter.

7.2 CONFIGURATION
7.2.1 Default setting
The power supply is shipped with the following setting:
-Address: 6 -Output: Off
-Baud-rate: 9600 -Start up mode: Safe start
-RS232/485: RS232 -OVP: Maximum
-Vout setting: 0 -UVL: 0
-Iout setting: Maximum -Foldback: Off
-Master/Slave H1(Master) -Front panel: Unlocked (UFP)
7.2.2 Address setting
The power supply address can be set to any address between 0 and 30. Follow the instructions
described below to set the address.
1. If the unit is in Remote mode (front panel REM/LOC LED illuminates), press REM/LOC
button to put the unit into Local mode.
2. Press and hold for approximately 3sec. the REM/LOC button. The VOLTAGE display will
indicate the communication port address.
3. Using the VOLTAGE adjust encoder, select the address.

To preview the address at any time, press and hold the REM/LOC button for approx. 3sec. The
VOLTAGE display will indicate the power supply address.

7.2.3 RS232 or RS485 selection

To select between RS232 or RS485 set the rear panel setup switch SW1-6 position to:
- Down for RS232
- Up for RS485

7.2.4 Baud rate setting

Five optional rates are possible: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 and 19200. To select the desired rate,
the following steps should be taken:
1. If the unit is in Remote mode (front panel REM/LOC LED illuminates), press REM/LOC
button to put the unit into Local mode.
2. Press and hold for approx. 3sec. the REM/LOC button. The CURRENT display will show
the communication port Baud Rate.
3. Using the CURRENT adjust encoder, select the desired Baud Rate.

7.2.5 Setting the unit into Remote or Local mode

1. The unit will be put into Remote mode only via serial communication command.
Commands that will put the unit into Remote mode are:

RST PV n
OUT n PC n
RMT n
(for n values see Tables 7-3, 7-4 and 7-5)
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2. There are two Remote modes:
1. Remote: In this mode, return to local can be made by the front panel REM/LOC or via
serial port command RMT 0. Set the unit into Remote mode via serial port
RMT 1 command.
2. Local Lockout: In this mode the unit can be returned to Remote mode via the serial port
RMT 1 command or by turning off the AC power until the display turns off
and then turn it to on again. In Local Lockout mode, the front panel
REM/LOC button is not active. Set the unit into Local Lockout mode via
serial port RMT 2 command.

7.2.6 RS232/485 port in Local mode

When the power supply is in local mode, it can receive queries or commands. If a query is received,
the power supply will reply and remain in Local mode. If a command that affects the output is
received, the power supply will perform the command and change to Remote mode.
Serial commands may be sent to set the status registers and read them while the unit is in Local
mode. If the Enable registers are set (refer to section 7.8) the power supply will transmit SRQ’s while
in Local.

7.2.7 Front panel in Remote mode

Front panel control in Remote mode is disabled except for:
1. PREV: use to preview the Voltage and Current limit setting.
2. OVP/UVL: use to preview the OVP/UVL setting.
3. LOC/REM: use to set the unit into Local mode.
In Local Lockout mode, only PREV and OVP/UVL are active.

7.3 REAR PANEL RS232/485 CONNECTOR

The RS232/485 interface is accessible through the rear panel RS232/485 IN and RS485 OUT
connectors. The connectors are 8 contact RJ-45. The IN and OUT connectors are used to connect
power supplies in a RS232 or RS485 chain to a controller. Refer to Fig.7-1 for IN/OUT connectors

SG RX
NC TX
TXD + RXD-
RXD+ TXD -
RXD- TXD +
TXD - RXD +
NC NC
NC SG
Shield
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 (connector enclosure)

OUT IN

Fig.7-1: J3 rear panel IN/OUT connectors pinout

NOTE
Tx and Rx are used for RS232 communication. Txd +/- and Rxd +/- are used for RS485
communication. Refer to RS232 and RS485 cables description for connection details.
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Daisy-chain up to 31 units can be connected to RS232 or RS485 bus. The first unit connects to the
controller via RS232 or RS485 and the other units are connected with RS485 bus.
1. First unit connection: Refer to section 7.4.1 for connecting the first unit to the controller.
2. Other units connection: The other units on the bus are connected via their RS485 interface.
Refer to fig.7-5 for typical connection.
- Set rear panel setup switch SW1-6 to it's UP position
- Using the Linking cable supplied with each unit (refer to Fig.7-6), connect each unit OUT
connector to the next unit IN connector.
* It is recommended when using ten or more power supplies in Daisy-chain system to connect a
120 ohm resistive termination at the last unit’s RS485 OUT connector.
120 W between TXD+ and TXD-
+ -
120 W between RXD and RXD
RS232/485 RS485 RS485 RS485 RS485

IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT RS485

120 OHM
POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY TERMINATION
#1 #2 #3 #31

Fig7-5: Multi power supplies RS232/485 connection

L=0.5m typ.
1 8

8 1
8 PIN CONNECTOR (IN) 8 PIN CONNECTOR (OUT)
PIN NO. NAME PIN NO. NAME
HOUSING SHIELD HOUSING SHIELD
1
6
SG
TXD- 1
6
SG
RXD-
3 TXD + 3 RXD +
5 RXD- 5 TXD-
4 RXD + 4 TXD +

Fig.7-6: Serial link cable with RJ-45 shielded connectors (P/N: GEN/RJ45)
7.5 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE PROTOCOL
NOTE
The address (ADR n) command must return an “OK” response before
any other commands are accepted.
7.5.1 Data format
Serial data format is 8 bit, one start bit and one stop bit. No parity bit.
7.5.2 Addressing
The Address is sent separately from the command.
It is recommended to add a 100 msec software delay between query or sent command to
next unit addressing.
Refer to section 7.7.3 for details.
7.5.3 End of Message
The end of message is the Carriage Return character (ASCII 13). The power supply ignores the Line
Feed (ASCII 10) character.
7.5.4 Command Repeat
The backslash character “\” will cause the last command to be repeated.
7.5.5 Checksum
The user may optionally add a checksum to the end of the command. The checksum is "$" followed by
two hex characters. If a command or a query has checksum, the response will also have one. There is no
CR between the command string and the "$" sign.
Example: STT?$3A
STAT?$7B
7.5.6 Acknowledge
The power supply acknowledges received commands by returning "OK" message. If an error is detected,
the power supply will return an error message. The rules of checksum apply also to the acknowledge.
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If an error is detected in a command or query, the power supply will respond with an error
message. Refer to section 7.6 for details.

7.5.8 Backspace
The backspace character (ASCII 8) clears the last character sent to the power supply.

7.6 ERROR MESSAGES

The power supply will return error messages for illegal commands and illegal programming
parameters. Refer to Table 7-1 for programming error messages and Table 7-2 for commands
error messages.

Table 7-1: Programming error messages

Error
Code Description
E01 Returned when program voltage (PV) is programmed above acceptable range.
Example: PV value is above '105% of supply rating' or 'PV above 95% of OVP setting'.
E02 Returned when programming output voltage below UVL setting.
E04 Returned when OVP is programmed below acceptable range.
Example:OVP value is less than '5% of supply voltage rating' plus 'voltage setting'.
E06 Returned when UVL value is programmed above the programmed output voltage.
E07 Returned when programming the Output to ON during a fault shut down.

Table 7-2: Commands error messages

Error
Code Description
C01 Illegal command or query
C02 Missing parameter
C03 Illegal parameter
C04 Checksum error
C05 Setting out of range

7.7 COMMAND SET DESCRIPTION

7.7.1 General guides
1. Any command or argument may be in capital letters or small letters.
2. In commands with an argument, a space must be between the command and the argument.
3. For any command that sets a numeric value, the value may be up to 12 characters long.
4. Carriage Return: If the CR character (ASCII 13) is received by itself, the power supply will
respond with "OK" and CR.
7.7.2 Command set categories
TM
The Genesys 750W and 1500W series command set is divided into four categories as follows:
1. Initialization control
2. ID control
3. Output control
4. Status control
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# Command Description
1 ADR n ADR is followed by address which can be 0 to 30 and is used to access the
power supply .
2 CLS Clear status. Sets FEVE and SEVE registers to zero (refer to section 7-8).
3 RST Reset command. Brings the power supply to a safe and known state:
Output voltage: zero, Remote: non-latched remote,
Output current: zero, Auto-start: Off,
Output: Off, OVP: maximum,
FOLD: Off, UVL: zero
The conditional registers (FLT and STAT) are updated, the other registers are
not changed.
4 RMT Sets the power supply to local or remote mode:
1. RMT 0 or RMT LOC, sets the power supply into Local mode.
2. RMT 1 or RMT REM, sets the unit into remote mode.
3. RMT 2 or RMT LLO, sets the unit into Local Lockout mode (latched remote mode).
5 RMT? Returns the Remote mode setting:
1. "LOC"- The unit is in Local mode.
2. "REM"- The unit is in Remote mode.
3. "LLO"- The unit is in Local Lockout (latched remote) mode.
6 Returns MD MODE OPTION Status. 1 indicates installed and 0 indicates not
MDAV?
installed.
7 \ Repeat last command. If \<CR> is received, the power supply will repeat the
last command.

7.7.4 ID control commands

# Command Description
1 IDN? Returns the power supply model identification as an ASCII string: LAMBDA, GENX-Y
2 REV? Returns the software version as an ASCII string.
3 SN? Returns the unit serial number. Up to 12 characters.
4 DATE? Returns date of last test. Date format: yyyy/mm/dd

7.7.5 Output control commands

# Command Description
1 PV n Sets the output voltage value in Volts. The range of voltage value is described in
Table7-3. The maximum number of characters is 12. See the following examples
for PV n format: PV 12, PV 012, PV 12.0, PV 012.00, etc...
2 PV? Reads the output voltage setting. Returns the string "n" where "n" is the exact
string sent in the PV n command. When in Local mode, returns the PREVIEW
(front panel) settings in a 5 digits string.
3 MV? Reads the actual output voltage. Return 5 digits string.
Example: 60V supply sends 01.150, 15.012, 50.000, etc...
4 PC n Sets the output current value in Amperes. The range of current values is
(See Note 1) described in Table 7-4 and 7-5. The maximum number of characters is 12. See
the following examples for PC n format: PC 10, PC 10.0, PC 010.00, etc...
5 PC? Reads the output current setting. Returns the string "n" where "n" is the exact
string sent in the PC n command. When in Local mode, returns the
PREVIEW (front panel) settings in a 5 digits string.
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# Command Description
6 MC? Reads the actual output current. Returns 5 digits string.
(See Note 2) Example: 200A supply sends 000.50, 110.12, 200.00, etc...
Display Voltage and Current data. Data will be returned as a string of ASCII characters. A
comma will separate the different fields. The fields, in order, are: Measured Voltage,
7 DVC? Programmed Voltage, Measured Current, Programmed Current, Over Voltage Set point
and Under Voltage Set Point.
Example: 5.9999, 6.0000, 010.02, 010.00, 7.500, 0.000
Turns the output to ON or OFF. Recover from Safe-Start, OVP or FLD fault.
8 OUT n OUT 1 (or OUT ON)-Turn On.
Returns the output On/Off status string.
9 OUT? ON- output on. OFF- output off.
Sets the Foldback protection to ON or OFF.
FLD 1 (or FOLD ON) - Arms the Foldback protection.
10 FLD n FLD 0 (or FOLD OFF)- Cancels the Foldback protection.
When the Foldback protection has been activated, OUT 1 command will release the
protection and re-arm it, while FLD 0 will cancel the protection.
Returns the Foldback protection status string:
11 FLD? “ON”- Foldback is armed, “OFF”- Foldback is canceled.
Add (nn x 0.1) seconds to the Fold Back Delay. This delay is in addition to the standard
12 FBD nn delay. The range of nn is 0 to 255. The value is stored in eprom at AC power down and
recovered at AC power up.
13 FBD? Supply returns the value of the added Fold Back Delay.
14 FBDRST Reset the added Fold Back Delay to zero.

Sets the OVP level. The OVP setting range is given in Table 7-6. The number of characters
after OVP is up to 12.
15 OVP n The minimum setting level is approx. 105% of the set output voltage, or the value in Table
7-6, whichever is higher. The maximum setting level is shown in Table 5-1. Attempting to
program the OVP below this level will result in execution error response (”E04”). The OVP
setting stays unchanged.
Returns the setting “n” where “n” is the exact string in the user’s “OVP n”. When in Local
16 OVP? mode, returns the last setting from the front panel in a 4 digit string.
17 OVM Sets OVP level to the maximum level. Refer to Table 7-6.
Sets Under Voltage Limit.The Max. setting level is approx. 95% of the set output voltage,
or the value in Table 7-7, whichever is higher. The maximum setting level is shown in
18 UVL n Table 7-6. Attempting to program the UVL equal or higher this level will result in execution
error response (”E06”). The UVL setting stays unchanged.
Returns the setting “n” where “n” is the exact string in the user’s “UVL n”. When in Local
19 UVL? mode, returns the last setting from the front panel in a 4 digit string.
Sets the auto-restart mode to ON or OFF.
20 AST n AST 1 (or AST ON)- Auto restart on.
AST 0 (or AST OFF)- Auto restart off.
21 AST? Returns the string auto-restart mode status.
Saves present settings. The settings are the same as power-down last settings.
22 SAV These settings are erased when the supply power is switched off and the new “last settings”
are saved.
Recalls last settings. Settings are from the last power-down or from the last “SAV”
23 RCL command.
Returns the power supply operation mode. When the power supply is On (OUT 1) it will
24 MODE? return “CV” or “CC”. When the power supply is OFF (OUT 0) it will return “OFF”.
25 MS? Returns the Master/Slave setting. Master: n = 1, 2, 3, or 4 Slave: n = 0

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1. In Advanced parallel mode (refer to Sec. 5.15.2), “n” is the total system current.
2. In Advanced parallel mode, “MC?” returns the Master unit current multiplied by the number of
slave units+1.
7.7.6 Global output commands

1. General
All supplies, even if not the currently addressed supply, receiving a global command will execute
the command. No response to the PC issuing the command will be returned to the PC. The PC
issuing the command will be responsible to delay and any other communications until the
command is execute. 200 Ms minimum is the suggested delay.
If the command contains an error, out of range values for example, no error report will be sent to
the issuing PC.

Reset. Brings the Power Supply to a safe and known state:

Output voltage: 0V, output current: 0A, OUT: Off, Remote: RMT 1’
1. GRST AST: Off OVP:Max, UVL:0.
The conditional register (FLT and STAT) are updated. Other registers are not changed.
Non-Latching faults (FB, OVP, SO) are cleared, OUT fault stays.
Sets the output voltage value in volts. The range of voltage values is shown in Table 7-3.
2. GPV n ‘n’ may be up to 12 char plus dec. pt

GPC n Program the output current value in amperes. The range of current values is shown in
3. Table 7-4. ‘n’ may be up to 12 char plus dec. pt
Turns the output to ON or OFF:
“OUT 1/ON” = turn on
4. GOUT “OUT 0/OFF”= turn off, clears CV and CC bits in the Status Condition (STAT)
OUT ON will respond with “E07’ if the output cannot be turned on because of a latching
fault (OTP< AC, ENA, SO) shutdown.
Save present settings. Same settings as power-down last settings listed in Error!
Reference source not found. Except the address and Baud rate are not saved
5. GSAV Saves to the RAM. These settings are erased when the supply power is switched off and
the new ‘last settings’ are saved.
Recall last settings. Settings are from last power-down or from last ‘SAV’ or ‘GSAV’
6. GRCL command. Address and Baud rate are not recalled so communication is not interruped.

Table 7-3: Voltage programming range

Model Minimum Maximum
Rated Output Voltage (V) (V) (V)
8 0.000 8.000
10 00.000 10.000
15 00.000 15.000
20 00.000 20.000
30 00.000 30.000
40 00.000 40.000
50 00.000 50.000 NOTE:
60 00.000 60.000 The power supply can accept values higher by 5% than
80 00.00 80.00
100 000.00 100.00
the table values, however it is not recommended to
150 000.00 150.00 program the power supply over the rated values.
300 000.00 300.00
600 000.00 600.00

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Table 7-4: Current programming range Table 7-5: Current programming range
Model Minimum Maximum Model Minimum Maximum
(A) (A) (A) (A)
GEN6-100 000.00 100.00 GEN6-200 000.00 200.00
GEN8-90 00.00 90.00 GEN8-180 000.00 180.00
GEN12.5-60 00.000 60.000 GEN12.5-120 000.00 120.00
GEN20-38 00.000 38.000 GEN20-76 00.00 76.00
GEN30-25 00.000 25.000 GEN30-50 00.000 50.000
GEN40-19 00.000 19.000 GEN40-38 00.000 38.000
GEN60-12.5 00.000 12.500 GEN50-30 00.000 30.000
GEN80-9.5 0.000 9.500 GEN60-25 00.000 25.000
GEN100-7.5 0.000 7.500 GEN80-19 00.000 19.000
GEN150-5 0.000 5.000 GEN100-15 00.000 15.000
GEN300-2.5 0.000 2.500 GEN150-10 00.000 10.000
GEN600-1.3 0.000 1.300 GEN300-5 0.000 5.000
GEN600-2.6 0.000 2.600

NOTE:
The power supply can accept values higher by 5% than the table values, however it
is not recommended to program the power supply over the rated values.
Table 7-6: OVP programming range Table 7-7: UVL programming range
Model Minimum Maximum Model Minimum Maximum
Rated Output Voltage (V) (V) (V) Rated Output Voltage (V) (V) (V)
6 0.5 7.50 6 0 5.70
8 0.5 10.0 8 0 7.60
12.5 1.0 15.0 12.5 0 11.9
20 1.0 24.0 20 0 19.0
30 2.0 36.0 30 0 28.5
40 2.0 44.0 40 0 38.0
50 5.0 57.0 50 0 47.5
60 5.0 66.0 60 0 57.0
80 5.0 88.0 80 0 76.0
100 5.0 110 100 0 95.0
150 5.0 165 150 0 142
300 5.0 330 300 0 285
600 5.0 660 600 0 570
7.7.7 Status control commands
Refer to section 7-8 for definition of the registers.
# Command Description
1 STT? Reads the complete power supply status.
Returns ASCII characters representing the following data, separated by commas:
MV<actual (measured) voltage> PC<programmed (set) current>
PV<programmed (set) voltage> SR<status register, 2-digit hex>
MC<actual (measured) current> FR<fault register, 2-digit hex>
Example response: MV(45.201),PV(45),MC(4.3257),PC(10),SR(30),FR(00)
2 FLT? Reads Fault Conditional Register. Return 2-digit hex.
3 FENA Set Fault Enable Register using 2-digit hex.
4 FENA? Reads Fault Enable Register. Returns 2-digit hex.
5 FEVE? Reads Fault Event Register. Returns 2-digit hex. Clears bits of Fault Event Register.
6 STAT? Reads Status Conditional Register. Returns 2-digit hex.
7 SENA Sets Status Enable Register using 2-digit hex.
8 SENA? Reads Status Enable Register. Returns 2-digit hex.
9 SEVE? Reads Status Event register. Returns 2-digit hex. Clears bits of Status Event register.

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7.8.1 General
This section describes the various status error and SRQ registers structure. The registers can be
read or set via the RS232/485 commands. When using the IEEE option, refer to the user manual
TM
for Genesys Power Supply IEEE Programming interface.
Refer to Fig.7-7 for the Status and Error Registers Diagram.

Command Error (”Cnn”) One response for every command

Execution Error (”Enn”) or query received.
Response
OR messages
Query Response (”message”)
Command Response (”OK”)

Status Registers Serial

OR
Condition Enable Event TXD
LSB 0
Constant Voltage CV CV
1
Constant Current CC CC SRQ = “!nn”,
2
No Fault NFLT NFLT nn = address
3
Fault FLT FLT SRQ
Auto Start 4
AST 0 0
OR Messages
5 0
Fold Enabled FDE 0 One SRQ when SEVE goes
6 0
Spare 0 0 Address from all zeroes to any bit set.
Local Mode MSB 7 LCL
LCL Changed
Setting more SEVE bits does
“STAT?” “SENA xx” “SEVE?” not cause more SRQs.
“SENA?”

Positive Logic:
0 = No Event
OR 1 = Event Occured

Fault Registers

Condition Enable Event

LSB 0
Spare 0 0
1
AC Fail AC AC
2
Over Temperature OTP OTP
3
Foldback (tripped) FLD FLD
Over Volt Prot 4
OVP OVP
OR
5
Shut Off (rear panel) SO SO
6
Output Off (front panel) OFF OFF
Enable Open MSB 7 ENA ENA
“FLT?” “FENA xx” “FEVE?”
“FENA?”

Fig.7-7: Status and Error Registers Diagram

7.8.2 Conditional registers

The fault Condition Register and the Status Condition Register are read only registers that the user
may read to see the condition of the supply. Refer to table 7-8 for description of the Fault Condition
Register bits and Table 7-9 for the Status Condition register bits.

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Table 7-8: Fault Condition Register
BIT Fault name Fault symbol Bit Set condition Bit Reset condition
0 (LSB) Spare bit SPARE Fixed to zero Fixed to zero
1 AC Fail AC AC fail has occurred. The AC input returns to normal.
2 Over OTP OTP shutdown has The power supply cools down.
temperature occurred.
3 Foldback FOLD Foldback shutdown The supply output is turned On by
has occurred. front panel button or OUT 1
command.
4 Over OVP OVP shutdown has The supply output is turned On by
voltage occurred. front panel button or OUT 1
command.
5 Shut Off SO Rear panel J "Shut Rear panel J1 "Shut Off" condition
Off" condition has removed.
occurred.
6 Output Off OFF Front panel OUT The supply output is turned On by
button pressed to Off. front panel button or OUT 1
command.
7(MSB) Enable ENA Rear panel J1 Enable Rear panel J1 Enable terminals closed.
terminals(J1-1&J1-14)
opened.
Table 7-9: Status Condition Register
BIT Status name Status symbol Bit Set condition Bit Reset condition
0 (LSB) Constant CV Output is On and the Output is ON and the supply is not in
Voltage supply in CV. CV.
1 Constant CC Output is ON and the Output is ON and the supply is not in
Current supply in CC. CC.
2 No Fault NFLT The power supply is One or more faults are active and
operating normally or fault reporting is enabled (using
fault reporting is not “FENA xx”).
enabled.
See “OUT n”
command in Section
7.7.5.

3 Fault FLT One or more faults are

active Fault Event Register cleared (FEVE?).
enabled and occur.
4 Auto- AST Supply is in Auto- Supply is in Safe-Start mode (from
Restart Restart mode (from Front Panel or serial command).
Front Panel or serial
Enabled command).
5 Fold FDE Fold protection Fold protection disabled (from Front
Enabled enabled (from Front Panel or serial command).
Panel or serial
command).
6 Spare bit SPARE Fixed to zero. Fixed to zero.
7 (MSB) Local Mode LCL Supply in Local mode. Supply in Remote mode or Local-
Lockout mode.
7.8.3 Service Request: Enable and Event Registers
The conditional Registers are continuously monitored. When a change is detected in a
register bit which is enabled, the power supply will generate an SRQ message.
The SRQ message is: "!nn" terminated by CR, where the nn is the power supply address.
The SRQ will be generated either in Local or Remote mode.
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1.Fault Enable Register

The Fault Enable Register is set to the enable faults SRQs.

Table 7-10: Fault Enable Register

BIT Enable Fault symbol Bit Set condition Bit reset condition
bit name
0 (LSB) Spare bit SPARE
1 AC Fail AC
User command: "FENA nn"
2 Over Temperature OTP User command: where nn is hexadecimal (if
"FENA nn" where nn="00", no fault SRQs will
3 Foldback FOLD nn is hexadecimal be generated).
4 Over Voltage OVP
5 Shut Off SO
6 Output Off OFF
7(MSB) Enable ENA

2.Fault Event Register

The Fault Event will set a bit if a condition occurs and it is enabled. The register is cleared when
FEVE?, CLS or RST commands are received.

Table 7-11: Fault Event Register

BIT Event Fault symbol Bit Set condition Bit reset condition
bit name
0 (LSB) Spare bit SPARE
Fault condition Entire Event Register is
1 AC Fail AC occurs and it is cleared when user sends
2 Over Temperature enabled. "FEVE?" command to read
OTP
The fault can set the register.
3 Foldback FOLD a bit, but when "CLS" and power-up also
the fault clears clear the Fault Event
4 Over Voltage OVP the bit remains Register. (The Fault Event
set. Register is not cleared by
5 Shut Off SO RST)
6 Output Off OFF
7(MSB) Enable ENA

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3.Status Enable register
The Status Enable Register is set by the user to enable SRQs from changes in power supply
status.

Table 7-12: Status Enable Register

BIT Status name Status symbol Bit Set condition Bit reset condition
0 (LSB) Constant Voltage CV User command: "SENA nn"
User command: is received, where nn is
1 Constant Current CC "SENA nn" is hexadecimal bits.
2 No Fault received, If "nn"=00, no SRQ is sent
NFLT
where nn is when there is a change in
3 Fault active FLT hexadecimal bits. Status Condition Register.

4 Auto-Restart enabled AST Always zero Always zero

5 Fold enabled FDE Always zero Always zero

6 Spare Spare Always zero Always zero

7(MSB) Local Mode LCL "SENA nn" "SENA nn"

command command

4.Status Event Register

The Status Event Register will set a bit if a change in the power supply status occurs and it is
enabled. The register is cleared when the "SEVE?" or "CLS" commands are received. A change
in this register will generate SRQ.

Table 7-13: Status Event Register

BIT Status Status Bit Set condition Bit reset condition

name symbol
0 (LSB) Constant Voltage CV Changes in status
occurs and it is
1 Constant Current CC enabled.
The change can
2 No Fault NFLT set a bit, but when
the change clears Entire Event Register is
3 Fault active the bit remains cleared when user sends
FLT set. "SEVE?" command to read
4 Not used 0 Always zero the register.
"CLS" and power-up also
5 Not used 0 Always zero clear the Status Event
Register. (The Fault Event
6 Not used 0 Always zero Register is not cleared by
7(MSB) Local Mode LCL Unit is set to Local RST)
by pressing front
panel REM/LOC
button.

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7.9 SERIAL COMMUNICATION TEST SET-UP
Use the following instructions as basic set-up to test the serial communication operation.
TM
1.Equipment: PC with Windows Hyper Terminal, private edition, software installed, Genesys
power supply, RS232 cable.

2.PC set-up: 2.1 Open Hyper Terminal.......................New Connection.

2.2 Enter a name
2.3 Connect to.......................................Direct to Com1 or Com 2
2.4 Configure port properties:

Bits per second .......9600

Data bits ..................8
Parity .......................None
Stop bits....................1
Flow control..............None

2.5 Open Properties in the program File...........................Properties

2.6 Setting: ASCII Set Up

Select Echo characters locally, select send line ends with line feed.
On some PC systems, pressing the number keypad "Enter" will
distort displayed messages. Use the alphabetic "Enter" instead.

3.Power supply set-up:

3.1 Connect the power supply to the PC using the RS232 cable.
3.2 Set via the front panel: Baud Rate: 9600, Address: 06.
3.3 Set via the rear panel: RS232/485 to RS232 (refer to section: 4-4).

4.Communication Test:
4.1 Model identification:
PC:write: ADR 06
Power supply response: "OK"

4.2 Command test:

PC write: OUT 1
Power supply response: "OK"
PC write: PV n
Power supply response: "OK"
PC write: PC n (for n values see Tables 7-3, 7-4 and 7-5 )
Power supply response: "OK"

The power supply should turn on and the display will indicate the output voltage
and the actual output current.

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 CHAPTER 8 ISOLATED ANALOG PROGRAMMING OPTION
8.1 INTRODUCTION
TM
Isolated Analog Programming is an internal option card for analog programming of the Genesys
power supply series. The option is factory installed and cannot be obtained with GPIB (IEEE)
Interface. Output Voltage and Current Limit can be programmed and readback through optically
isolated signals which are isolated from all other ground references in the power supply.
There are two types of Isolated Analog programming cards:
1. 0-5V/0-10V option (PN: IS510): Using 0-5V or 0-10V signals for programming and readback.
2. 4-20mA option (PN: IS420): Using current signals for programming and readback.

8.2 SPECIFICATIONS
8.2.1 0-5V/0-10V option (PN: IS510)
Programming Output voltage programming accuracy % +/-1
Inputs Output current programming accuracy % +/-1
Output voltage programming temperature coefficient o
PPM/ C +/-100
Output current programming temperature coefficient PPM/ C +/-100
o

Input impedance Ohm 1M

Absolute maximum voltage Vdc 0-15
Max. voltage between program inputs and supply outputs Vdc 600
Monitoring Output voltage monitoring accuracy % +/-1.5
Outputs Output current monitoring accuracy % +/-1.5
Output Impedance (see note) Ohm 100
Max. voltage between monitoring outputs and supply outputs Vdc 600

NOTE:
Use 100Kohm minimum input impedance for the monitoring circuits to minimize the readback error.
8.2.2 4-20mA option (PN: IS420)
Programming Output voltage programming accuracy % +/-1
Inputs Output current programming accuracy % +/-1
Output voltage programming temperature coefficient o
PPM/ C +/-200
Output current programming temperature coefficient PPM/ C +/-200
o

Input impedance Ohm 50

Absolute maximum input current mA 0-30
Max. voltage between program inputs and supply outputs Vdc 600
Monitoring Output voltage monitoring accuracy % +/-1.5
Outputs Output current monitoring accuracy % +/-1.5
Maximum load impedance Ohm 500
Max. voltage between monitoring outputs and supply outputs Vdc 600
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8.3 ISOLATED PROGRAMMING & MONITORING CONNECTOR
Refer to Table 8-1 for detailed description of the rear panel Isolated Programming & Monitoring
connector. To provide the lowest noise performance, it is recommended to use shielded-twisted
pair wiring.
Refer to Fig.8-1 for description of the connector.
Isolated programming plug P/N: MC1.5/8-ST-3.81, Phoenix.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Shield Shield
+VPROG_ISO +IMON_ISO
+IPROG_ISO +VMON_ISO
GND GND
Fig.8-1: Isolated Programming & Monitoring connector

Table 8-1: Detailed description of Isolated programming & Monitoring connector

Terminal Signal name Function Range 0-5/0-10V Range 4-20mA

IS510 option IS420 option
1 SHLD Shield, connected internally to Chassis ground
chassis of the supply.
2 +VPROG_ISO Output voltage programming input 0-5/0-10V 4-20mA

3 +IPROG_ISO Output current programming input 0-5/0-10V 4-20mA

4 GND Ground for programming Ground Ground

signals.

Ground for programming

5 GND Ground Ground
signals.

6 +VMON_ISO Output voltage monitoring output 0-5/0-10V 4-20mA

7 +IMON_ISO Output current monitoring output 0-5/0-10V 4-20mA

8 Shield, connected internally to Chassis ground

SHLD
chassis of the supply.

CAUTION
When the Isolated Analog Option is installed, do not apply any signals to the
non-isolated VPGM and IPGM (J1-9 and J1-10) pins. All other J1 features
may be used normally. Refer to Section 4.5 for a description of J1 features.
Parallel Operation: Optional Isolated Analog IS510 / IS420 must be
installed in both the Master and Slave unit.

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CAUTION
To prevent damage to the unit, do not program the output voltage and current
to higher then the power supply rating.

8.4.1 Setting up the power supply for 0-5/0-10V Isolated Programming and Monitoring
Perform the following procedure to configure the power supply:
1. Turn the power supply AC power switch to Off.
2. Connect a short between J1-8 and J1-12 (refer to Table 4-4).
3. Set Setup switch SW1-1 to its UP position for Output Voltage external programming
and SW1-2 to its UP position for Output Current limit external programming.
4. Set SW1 position 3 to select the programming voltage range: Down=0-5V, Up=0-10V.
5. Set SW1 position 4 to select the monitoring range: Down=0-5V, Up=0-10V.
6. Ensure that SW1 positions 7 and 8 are in the their down position.
7. Connect the programming sources to the mating plug of the Isolated Programming
connector. Observe for correct polarity of the voltage source.

NOTE
J1-8 and J1-12 must be shorted together with a jumper.
8. Set the programming sources to the desired levels and turn the power supply ON.

8.4.2 Setting up the power supply for 4-20mA Isolated Programming and Monitoring
Perform the following procedure to configure the power supply:
1. Turn the power supply AC power switch to Off.
2. Connect a short between J1-8 and J1-12 (refer to Table 4-4).
3.Set setup switch SW1-1 to its UP position for Output Voltage external programming and
SW1-2 to its UP position for Output Current limit external programming.
4. Set SW1 position 3 to it's Up position.
5. Set SW1 position 4 to it's Up position.
6. Ensure that SW1 positions 7 and 8 are in their Down position.
7. Connect the programming source to the mating plug of the Isolated Programming
connector. Observe for correct polarity of the voltage source.

NOTE
J1-8 and J1-12 must be shorted together with a jumper.

8. Set the programming sources to the desired levels and turn the power supply ON.

NOTE
SW1 position 3 and 4 must be in their Up position for operation
with 4-20mA Isolated Programming and Monitoring.

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CAUTION VORSICHT
To prevent damage to the unit, do not program Um das Gerät vor Schäden zu schützen, programmieren
the output voltage and current to higher then Sie keine Spannungs-oder Stromwerte, die über den
the power supply rating maximalen Nennwerten liegen.

Power supplies, should be connected in a daisy-chain configuration

8.5.1 Setting Up The Master Unit
Setting up the power supply for 0-5/0-10V Isolated Programming and Monitoring.
Perform the following procedure to configure the power supply:
1. Turn the power supply AC power switch to Off.
2. Connect a short between J1-8 and J1-12 (refer to Table 4-4).
3. Set Setup switch SW1-1 to its UP position for Output Voltage external programming
and SW1-2 to its UP position for Output Current limit external programming.
4. Set SW1 position 3 to select the programming voltage range: Down=0-5V, Up=0-10V.
5. Set SW1 position 4 to select the monitoring range: Down=0-5V, Up=0-10V.
6. Ensure thatSW1positions 7 and 8 are in the their down position.
7. Connect the programming sources to the mating plug of the Isolated Programming connector.
Observe for correct polarity of the voltage source.
8.5.2 Setting Up The Slave Unit
Setting up the power supply for 0-5/0-10V Isolated Programming and Monitoring.
Perform the following procedure to configure the power supply:
1. Turn the power supply AC power switch to Off.
2. Connect a short between J1-8 and J1-12 (refer to Table 4-4).
3. Set Setup switch SW1-1 to its DOWN position for Output Voltage programming by front panel
and SW1-2 to its UP position for Output Current limit external programming.
4. Set SW1 position 3 to select the programming voltage range: Down=0-5V, Up=0-10V.
5. Set SW1 position 4 to select the monitoring range: Down=0-5V, Up=0-10V.
6. Ensure that SW1 positions 7 and 8 are in the their down position.
7. Connect pin 7 (IMON_ISO) of Isolated Analog connector in Master Unit
To pin 3 (IPROG_ISO) of Isolated Analog connector in Slave unit.
8. Connect pin 4 (GND) of Isolated Analog connector in Master Unit
To pin 4 (GND) of Isolated Analog connector in Slave unit.
Daisy-chain connection:
9. Connect J1-2,3 of the Master unit to J1-2,3
of the Slave unit. J1 J1
10. Connect J1-15 of the Master unit to J1-16 +V -V J1-8
+V
LOAD
-V
J1-8 +V -V
MASTER SLAVE
of the Slave unit. POWER SUPPLY
J1-12 J1-12
POWER SUPPLY
11. Connect J1-16 of the Master unit to J1-15 J1-2,3
IF_COM IF_COM
J1-2,3 DIP switch
of the Slave unit. DIP switch
SW1:1,3,4 up SW1:2,3,4 up
SO SO
12. Set the programming sources to the SW1:2,7,8 down J1-15 J1-15 SW1:1,7,8 down

desired levels J1-16 PS_OK PS_OK

J1-16
and turn the Master and Slave units ON. Isolated Analog Isolated Analog
IS510 IS510
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
IMON_ISO IPROG_ISO
VPROG_ISO

GND

GND GND

Customer Voltage Source Fig.8-2: Parallel connection

0-10V
with Isolated Analog ISO510, 0-10V

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9.1 INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides information about maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.

9.2 UNITS UNDER WARRANTY

Units requiring repair during the warranty period should be returned to a Lambda authorized service
facility. Refer to the addresses listing on the back cover of this manual. Unauthorized repairs
performed by other than the authorized service facilities may void the warranty.

9.3 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

No routine maintenance of the power supply is required except for periodic cleaning. To clean,
disconnect the unit from the AC supply and allow 30sec. for discharging internal voltage. The front
panel and the metal surfaces should be cleaned using mild solution of detergent and water. The
solution should be applied onto a soft cloth, and not directly to the surface of the unit. Do not use
aromatic hydrocarbons or chlorinated solvents for cleaning. Use low pressure compressed air to
blow dust from the unit.

9.4 ADJUSTMENTS AND CALIBRATION

No internal adjustment or calibration is required. There is NO REASON to open the power supply
cover.

9.5 PARTS REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRS

As repairs are made only by the manufacturer or by authorized service facilities, no parts
replacement information is provided in the manual. In case of failure, unusual or erratic operation of
the unit, contact a Lambda sales or service facility nearest you. Please refer to the Lambda sales
offices addresses listing on the back cover of this user manual.

9.6 TROUBLESHOOTING
If the power supply appears to operating improperly, use the troubleshooting guide to determine
whether the power supply, load or external control circuit are the cause.
Configure the power supply for basic front panel operation and perform the tests of section 3.8 to
determine if the problem is with the supply.
Table 9-1 provides the basic checks that can be performed to diagnose problems, and references to
sections of this manual for further information.

Table 9-1: Troubleshooting guide

SYMPTOM CHECK ACTION REF.
Is the AC power cord Check continuity, replace 3.7
No output. All displays and defective? if necessary.
indicators are blank. Is the AC input voltage Check input AC voltage. 3.6
within range? Connect to appropriate 3.7
voltage source.
Output is present momentarily Does the AC source voltage Check input AC voltage. 3.6
but shuts off quickly. The display sag when load is applied? Connect to appropriate
indicates "AC". voltage source.

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A I T
ac cables 8, 15 ID control 52 TXD 49, 50
ac fail 29 initialization 53 TX(RS232) 49, 50
accessories 8 installation 13
acknowledge 51 isolated 62 U
address 18, 48 under voltage limit 17, 36
adjustment 66 J
auto-restart 38 J1 32, 45, 46 V
J2 16, 25 volts display 27
B J3 49
back space 52 W
baud rate 18, 48 L warranty 1, 66
bipolar voltage 40 last setting memory 28, 38 wire size 19
linking power supplies 51
C line feed 51
calibration 66 local operation 34
configuration 48 local sensing 25
checksum 51 lock front panel 43
communication 51, 61 M
constant current 17, 34 maintenance 66
constant voltage 17, 34 Master/Slave 41
cooling 8, 10 MD 51
cv indicator 27, 37
O
cc indicator 27, 37
otp 38
outline 12
D over voltage 27,35
daisy-chain 43, 51
display 27
P
parallel operation 41
E parity 61
enable 33 ps_ok 37, 43
error message 52 preview 28
external resistor 46
external voltage 45
R
rack mounting 13
F rear panel 29
fine 29 remote sensing 26
foldback 18, 36 remote/local 28
fuse 67 registers structure 57
front panel control 27 RS232 48, 49, 50
front panel locking 43 RS485 48, 49, 50
RXD 49, 50
G RX(RS232) 49, 50
grounding 24
global output command 55 S
safe start 38
H safety 3
humidity 10 series operation 38
hyper terminal 61 shield 49
specifications 9, 62
status control 56, 57
SRQ 57
shut-off 36
SW1 30, 31

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