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Communication/configuration check – AMETEK ReFlex User Manual

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ReFlex Power™

ReFlex Power™ Controller

M380056-01 Rev J

3-21

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OMMUNICATION

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HECK

After all modules have completed their Power-On Self Test, the ReFlex
Power™ is ready for initial communication and configuration check. It is
recommended that the system be checked prior to connecting any loads
or power to the Power modules.

1. Install a LAN interface cable between the host controller and the

RFPC module front panel RJ-45 connector.

2. Configure the RFPC for communications with the host

controller. (Refer to either the Quick Reference Guide or to the
programming manual for set-up instructions)..

3. The modules will first execute a power-on self-test. Also at

power on, the internal fans are run at maximum speed for
several seconds, and then revert to a speed dictated by the
internal module temperature. Wait until all of the modules have
finished initializing before continuing.

4. Verify communications with the RFPC by issuing the SCPI

command, *IDN?

The RFPC should respond with its identification string.

5. Verify that all of the modules have completed their initialization

by issuing the SCPI command, EIB:CONF:DNUM?.

This will return the total number of modules including the RFPC
that have been initialized in the system.

6. Verify each module type and location by issuing the SCPI

command, *IDN[n]?, where n is a channel number that
corresponds to the module address.

The module should respond with its identification string.

All modules respond to the SCPI identification query, *IDN[n]? where n
is the module address.

To obtain the RFPC’s identification information, issue either of the
following:

1. Enter the SCPI command, *IDN?

2. Enter *IDN[n]? where n is the RFPC’s module address.

The responses are identical.

Repeat the *IDN[n]? command for each power module in the system
using their correct channel address [n]. The response provides
information in four fields: Company name, Model number, Serial number
and Firmware version.

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