User Manual

4.1.2 USBVCP:
The USBVCP is a virtual COM port that can be used for remote communication. There are no settings
in the menu system for USB configuration. To configure the USBVCP settings, refer to the RS232
settings below, as they are the same.
4.1.3 USBTMC:
When USB port select USBTMC-compliant ( refer to the USBVCP settings ) and can be used for
remote communication and control. There are no additional settings in the menu system for USB
configuration. The only requirement is that the USBTMC driver be installed. It is included when
installing VISA software on the computer. (We recommend using NI-VISA, which can be
downloaded at http://www.ni.com/visa/).
4.1.4 RS232
Follow the steps below to configure the power supply for RS232 operation:
1. From the menu, select Communication and press .
2. Press button four times until RS232 is select, press to configure the settings for RS232
remote communication. The following display will be shown:
3. Use keys to select between each serial settings and press to configure the
corresponding settings.
4. To change the baud rate or any of the parameter settings, use the rotary dial.
5. Press to save each setting and the display will return to the RS232 menu.
6. Below lists the options that can be changed for each setting:
Baud rates: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600
Note: The default is 9600, None/8 bits, 1.
* The RS232 interface does not have flow control mechanism. The programmer should be aware of
this limitation and notice the command process time of the power supply. If the remote commands