Xantrex RS232-XHR, Operating Manual

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Section 1. Features and Specifications
Description
The RS-232 Interface is a microprocessor-controlled option card for all models of
the XHR series and XFR series of DC output power supply. Installed internally, the
RS-232 interface card gives you remote digital control of simple test systems. It
features fast, 16-bit resolution for programming and readback and uses bit serial
protocol for sending data between the computer and the interface. The RS-232
interface has an extensive command set and uses most of the user-programmable
features employed by all of our interfaces.
In addition to the RS-232 port and its interface, this remote control application
requires a computer-based communications software package such as PROCOMM,
XTALK, Windows Terminal Program, equivalent communications software, or low
level or high level language programs. The RS-232 interface is an ideal tool for
reliable, remote power supply control of both research and development
applications.
Figure 1.1 Sample Configuration using RS232 Interface
(1200 Watt DC Power Supplies Shown)