User Manual EM Test ISMIEC

ISMIECManual for ISMIEC Software(Version 4.01 )

Version: 4.04 / 13.09.2006emc test equipment Replaces: 4.03 / 18.01.2005

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This manual describes the software tool for the standard EM TEST generators. Further information about the technical dataand the pulse parameters can be found in the respective manuals of the test generators.

Generators offering customized features are not explained in this manual. The parameter windows for special pulses arebasically the same as for the standard pulses.

For supplementary information about the referred standards, the technical data and the pulse parameters can be found inthe manual for the customized generators of EM TEST.

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Table of Contents1 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................51.1 Preliminary Remarks...................................................................................................................................................51.2 User Requirements .....................................................................................................................................................51.3 Upgrade from previous versions .................................................................................................................................51.4 Technical Requirements..............................................................................................................................................61.5 Supported IEEE boards by the EM Test software .......................................................................................................61.6 Directory Structure of the Software ISMIEC................................................................................................................71.7 Structure of the Test System.......................................................................................................................................7

2 Setting up the Test System ......................................................................................................................................82.1 Installation of the Program ISMIEC on the Computer .................................................................................................82.1.1 Start-up and Communication Check......................................................................................................................82.1.2 Desktop and Operating Areas ...............................................................................................................................92.1.3 Selecting the EM TEST Devices to be controlled ..................................................................................................92.1.4 Settings for Test Mode and Interfaces.................................................................................................................102.1.5 Power Setup ........................................................................................................................................................102.2 Structure of the menus..............................................................................................................................................112.3 Config menu..............................................................................................................................................................132.3.1 Standards ............................................................................................................................................................132.3.2 Miscellaneous......................................................................................................................................................132.3.3 Interface ..............................................................................................................................................................142.3.4 Init RS232............................................................................................................................................................142.3.5 Device Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................152.3.6 Power Setup ........................................................................................................................................................162.3.7 Report Configurations..........................................................................................................................................172.3.8 Additional Accessories used in the Test Set-up...................................................................................................172.3.9 Changing the Password.......................................................................................................................................182.4 Menu Mode ...............................................................................................................................................................192.4.1 Change to Standard Area / Device Area..............................................................................................................192.4.2 Change Standard Levels .....................................................................................................................................192.4.3 Reset all Pulses to Factory Settings ....................................................................................................................192.4.4 Device local control .............................................................................................................................................192.4.5 Enable / Disable Measuring instrument ...............................................................................................................192.5 Info Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................202.5.1 Info about ISMIEC ...............................................................................................................................................202.5.2 Monitor ................................................................................................................................................................202.6 Menu Favorites .........................................................................................................................................................20

3 ISM IEC, Concept ....................................................................................................................................................213.1 Menu board and Desktop..........................................................................................................................................223.1.1 Recognized Devices............................................................................................................................................223.1.2 Standard Area .....................................................................................................................................................223.1.3 The actual used standard ....................................................................................................................................223.1.4 The actual available pulses .................................................................................................................................223.1.5 The actual available pulses .................................................................................................................................223.1.6 Load existing test file ...........................................................................................................................................223.1.7 Load existing test report ......................................................................................................................................223.1.8 Operation mode...................................................................................................................................................223.1.9 Select the standard..............................................................................................................................................233.1.10 Selection of the Test Pulses ................................................................................................................................243.2 The Pulse Window Surface .......................................................................................................................................253.2.1 The Pulse Window...............................................................................................................................................253.2.2 Test Level Window ..............................................................................................................................................253.2.3 Test Level............................................................................................................................................................263.2.4 Expert Mode ........................................................................................................................................................263.2.5 Ramp...................................................................................................................................................................263.2.6 Number of pulses ................................................................................................................................................263.2.7 Coupling ..............................................................................................................................................................273.2.8 Source (Battery supply) .......................................................................................................................................273.3 Lower Menu bar ........................................................................................................................................................283.3.1 Save ....................................................................................................................................................................283.3.2 Start.....................................................................................................................................................................283.3.3 Stop .....................................................................................................................................................................283.3.4 Pause ..................................................................................................................................................................283.3.5 Reset ...................................................................................................................................................................283.3.6 Source .................................................................................................................................................................283.3.7 End ......................................................................................................................................................................283.4 Start the Test Procedure ...........................................................................................................................................293.4.1 Actual Parameter Display ....................................................................................................................................293.4.2 Running Test Time ..............................................................................................................................................29

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3.4.3 Pause ..................................................................................................................................................................293.4.4 Fail 1 and Fail 2 ...................................................................................................................................................303.4.5 Step .....................................................................................................................................................................303.4.6 Stop .....................................................................................................................................................................303.4.7 End of Test ..........................................................................................................................................................303.4.8 Test Result Window.............................................................................................................................................303.4.9 Save a Test Report..............................................................................................................................................313.4.10 Test Report comment ..........................................................................................................................................313.5 Input Protection .........................................................................................................................................................323.6 Enable/disable of Change Standard Levels ..............................................................................................................323.6.1 Enable Change Standard Levels .........................................................................................................................323.6.2 Disable Change Standard Levels ........................................................................................................................333.6.3 Reset all Pulses to Factory Settings ....................................................................................................................343.7 Customized Pulse Specifications ..............................................................................................................................35

4 Device Area..............................................................................................................................................................364.1 Desktop.....................................................................................................................................................................364.1.1 Recognised Devices............................................................................................................................................364.1.2 Device Area.........................................................................................................................................................364.1.3 Display of the Selected Test Generator ...............................................................................................................364.1.4 Available Test Pulses ..........................................................................................................................................364.1.5 Menu Device........................................................................................................................................................36

5 Test Files .................................................................................................................................................................375.1 Save a Test File ........................................................................................................................................................375.2 Load a test file...........................................................................................................................................................37

6 Link File ...................................................................................................................................................................396.1 Generation of a Link File ...........................................................................................................................................396.1.1 Start of the Link File Generator............................................................................................................................396.1.2 Creation of a Link File..........................................................................................................................................406.1.3 Link Message ......................................................................................................................................................416.2 Working with Link File ...............................................................................................................................................416.2.1 Load a Link File ...................................................................................................................................................416.2.2 Link File Test Window .........................................................................................................................................426.2.3 Start a Linkfile......................................................................................................................................................43

7 Reports ....................................................................................................................................................................467.1 General .....................................................................................................................................................................467.2 View and Print ...........................................................................................................................................................477.2.1 Load data file .......................................................................................................................................................477.2.2 View a Report File ...............................................................................................................................................477.3 Generation of a Mask File .........................................................................................................................................49

8 Measuring instrument.............................................................................................................................................508.1 Configuration.............................................................................................................................................................508.1.1 General................................................................................................................................................................508.1.2 Function...............................................................................................................................................................508.1.3 Receive ...............................................................................................................................................................518.1.4 Send ....................................................................................................................................................................518.1.5 IEEE ....................................................................................................................................................................518.1.6 Measure ..............................................................................................................................................................528.1.7 Measuring process ..............................................................................................................................................528.1.8 Alarm ...................................................................................................................................................................528.1.9 Plot file.................................................................................................................................................................528.1.10 Setup ...................................................................................................................................................................528.2 Activation of measuring instrument ...........................................................................................................................538.3 Display of measured value ........................................................................................................................................538.4 Measuring instrument in the report............................................................................................................................548.5 Example ....................................................................................................................................................................558.5.1 Example 1............................................................................................................................................................558.5.2 Example 2............................................................................................................................................................568.5.3 Example 3............................................................................................................................................................57

9 Standard Reference Guide .....................................................................................................................................589.1 Limitations.................................................................................................................................................................609.1.1 Test level with Burst as per IEC 61000-4-4 Ed.2. ................................................................................................60

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1 Introduction

1.1 Preliminary RemarksThe software ISMIEC is operated under MS-Windows. It the remote control tool for EM TEST test generators of the IECseries. The capabilities of the software are (without licence codes): remote control of all EM TEST generators of the IEC series. saving all parameter settings of a test as a test file (generate test files). running a test with pre-selected parameters. combining various test files in one test sequence (generate link files).With an additional license code for each connected device the following features are accessible: creating a test report into a RTF-file which allows further procurement with other word processing tools recognising RTF-

file format.

using the comprehensive standard library. running standard tests at different standard test levels.The manual describes as detailed as possible all the applications of the program that are available for the user.Due to the extensive variety, however, not all possibilities and options can be addressed in this manual.The program is subject to change.

1.2 User RequirementsThe user must have basic knowledge about EMC. Within the frame of this instruction manual no information is provided withregard to standard testing. Please refer to the relevant standard documents for detailed information.

1.3 Upgrade from previous versionsWith the upgrade of the software to version 4.0x the formerly used test- and linkfiles can no longer be used. This has to dowith some control commands being extended compared to former versions.

Therefore the most test- and linkfiles from ISMIEC versions < 4.00 are not running and the user have to generate themagain.

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1.4 Technical RequirementsThe ISM program for Windows has to be installed on an IBM compatible AT computer.The recommended minimum graphic display is: SVGA 600x800 16 Mio. colors.

For the communication with the connected test generators an IEEE interface or for a single testgenerator a serial RS232 interface (COM1 .. COM4) is required.

Operating System ISMIEC ISMISO ISMDPA ICD ditoControlWindows 3.11 X X (up to Version 3.9.4)Windows 95 X X X X XWindows 98 X X X X XWindows Me X X X X XWindows NT X X X X XWindows 2000 X X X (from Version 2.1) X XWindows XP X (from Version 3.6.3) X (from Version 3.7.2) X (from Version 2.1) X (from Version 2.3.5) X (from Version 1.1)

1.5 Supported IEEE boards by the EM Test software Single devices are usually operated via the serial interface whereas in configurations of several devices the parallel IEEEinterface is used. Therefore the computer has to be equipped with the corresponding interface board.

The following IEEE boards are supported by ISM for Windows to control the EM TEST equipment:

Manufacturer Device ISMIEC ISMISO ICD

National Instruments GPIB-PCII/IIA X X XAT-GPIB X X XAT-GPIB/TNT X X XAT-GPIB/TNT (plug and play) X X XPCI-GPIB X X XPCMCIA-GPIB X X XGPIB-USB-A X2) X2) X1)

GPIB-USB-B X2) X2) X1)

1) CWC 500C with PM250 is not supported.2) only Windows 2000 and Windows XP with driver version 2.0 and higher.

This list doesnt claim to be complete.

As a standard we highly recommend to use the following hardware:

IEEE Interface Type PCI-GPIB of NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS

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1.6 Directory Structure of the Software ISMIECThe software shows the following directory structure:

\ ISMIECDEVICESLINKMEASURE

DEVICESPLOT

REPORTHEADER

STANDARDTEST

The different directories have the following meaning:DEVICES: This directory is only used within the program itself. This directory may not be deleted nor shall any files be

changed or deleted.LINK: The directory LINKFILE is used to store your own created link files.MEASURE\DEVICES

This is the directory where you store your own created measuring instrument definition filesMEASURE\PLOT This directory contains the created plot-filesREPORT: This directory contains the created report documents as RFT-files.REPORT\HEADER:

The mask files to create the RTF-files for the test report documents are stored in this directory.STANDARD: This directory is only used within the program itself. This directory may not be deleted nor shall any files be

changed or deleted.TEST: This is the directory where you store your own created test files.

1.7 Structure of the Test SystemThe set-up consists of the computer with the ISM program for Windows, a connected printer and the IEEE bus connectingthe EM TEST generators. The program offers only the features for the devices that have been properly initialized.When the set-up includes only one EM TEST generator communication via a serial interface RS232 is possible. Use a 9 pinSub-D connection cable with direct wiring (no crossed wires).

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2 Setting up the Test System

2.1 Installation of the Program ISMIEC on the ComputerThis paragraph covers the installation of the software and all the different settings which are necessary to allow the properoperation with the connected test generators. Further and more detailed information is given in the corresponding para-graphs of this manual.To start the installation select the routine Setup.exe from the delivered program disk.The installation routine guides you with an easy dialogue through the installation procedure. During the installation the rele-vant data will be expanded, copied and the user program will be installed either in a new or in an existing program group. Atthe same time the Uninstall routine will be added to allow an easy and proper delete of ISMIEC later on.

Figure 2-1 : Icons of ISMIEC created after the installation ofthe program by setup.exe.

ISMIEC is started with a mouse click on the icon ISMIEC. For proper operation of your system it is necessary to match theprogram with the devices in use. The following points must be observed for proper matching: Select the desired operation mode Insert or check the license codes of the devices in use Configure the interface and insert the devices addresses Set the EUT voltage2.1.1 Start-up and Communication Check

Start-up Window of ISMIEC Upon start-up ISMIEC recognizes all registered and opera-tional test generators.

At the first start-up no generators are registered and ISMIECis in simulation mode.

Figure 2-2: Window during start-up

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2.1.2 Desktop and Operating AreasThe following figure shows the desktop of ISMIEC.

Figure 2-3: Desktop of ISMIEC in the simulation modeThe software ISMIEC distinguishes two different operating areas: Standard Area Device AreaIn the Standard Area the selected test standard and test application forms the basis for all tests. Based on the standard therequired test pulses and parameters are automatically loaded by ISMIEC. Depending on the selected pulse ISMIEC initial-izes the necessary test generator.Further information about this operating area is provided in paragraph 3.In the Device Area the test generator forms the basis for all tests. Based on the selected test generator ISMIEC automati-cally loads and provides all possible test pulses on the desktop. In this area the access to the standard library is disabled.Further information about this operating mode is provided in paragraph 4.The functionality of the two operating areas is quite similar.

2.1.3 Selecting the EM TEST Devices to be controlledAfter the first start-up of ISMIEC you need to register the test generators to be controlled. This is done in the menu ConfigDevice.

Figure 2-4: Device Set-up

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In a first step you need to specify the test generators to be controlled via software. All EM TEST devices that can be con-trolled via ISMIEC are offered in the pull-down menus. To control special test generators that are not offered in the pull-downmenus the general description shall be selected for this device.

Software licenses (if ordered) will be provided on a separatepaper along with ISMIEC (Figure 2-5) for test generators thesoftware has been ordered.

Figure 2-5 : Software licences

For each device the software license code, the serial number and the device's address are entered. When entering the device's address please make sure that the address entered to the software is identical with the one ofthe device. Furthermore each address can only be used once. When completed please confirm all entries with OK.

2.1.4 Settings for Test Mode and InterfacesIn the next set-up menu the test mode and the interface configurations are selected. Therefore the dialogue Config Interface needs to be opened

Field Mode Change the switch in the field Mode to OperationField CommunicationSelect in the field Communication your interface and thecard type or COM port.

Figure 2-6: Settings for Test Mode and InterfaceIf you need to adjust the settings for the serial RS232 interface select InitRS232 (refer to paragraph 2.3.4).

2.1.5 Power SetupIn the menu Config / Power Setup you can change the power supply (see paragraph 2.3.6).

Figure 2-7 : Power Setup Configuration

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2.2 Structure of the menus

Menu ConfigStandards Select standards

- Basic- Generic- Product

Miscellaneous Selection of- Language- Reaction to Fail 1 event - Color of the pulse window- Setup Beep

Interface Selection of- Operation mode- Communication ( IEEE, RS 232)

Devices Selection of Devices to be controlled License code Serial numbers Device address Enable/disable of devicesDisplay of Software number Firmware version or actual device status

Power Setup Selection of- default channel- max variac voltage- max supply voltage

Magnetic Field Setup Selection of- Antenna Type- Antenna Factor- Transformator Factor- Impedance Factor

Report Entry of information (name, test object, temperature etc.) which will be included in thedata file for reporting.

Accessories Entry of additional devices used during a test which will be included in the data file forreporting.

Password Change password to change standard settings.RTF Selection of word processing program and mask file. Choose of report file formatPrinter Selection of the printerMeasuring Instrument Settings and selection of measuring deviceExit Close the program

Menu PulseIn the menu New the user can select the required test pulses based on the actual selected standard, e.g. IEC 7637

ESDBurst1.2/50 usDipsVariat.H PowerH SurgeRingwave

The pulses are also shown on the desktop and can be selected by clicking on the related button.

Menu Function These functions are also shown on the desktop and can be selected by clicking on the related button.

Link Generator Create automatic test routines based on single test routines

Menu File These functions are also shown on the desktop and can be selected by clicking on the related button.

Testfile Load and run existing Test FilesLinkfile Load and run existing Link FilesReport File View and print of report files.

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Menu Mode Change to .... Switch from Standard Area to Device Area and vice versa.Enable / Disable Change .... Activation / Deactivation of the password protected area to change standard settings.Enable / Disable Input Protec-tion

Activation / Deactivation of the input protection

Reset all pulses to factory set-tings

All pulse parameters will be set back to factory settings.

Measuring Instrument Enable / disable Measuring Instrument.Local device control Set device from remote to local mode.

Menu FavoritesIn the menu Favorites the last standards plus applications are stored. This menu is accessible in the operating area "Stan-dard Area" only.

Menu DeviceIn the menu Device the required test generator is selected. When selected the desktop will automatically show the avail-able test pulses.

UCS500 M2 Select the device UCS500 M2EFT803 Select the device EFT803VCS500 Select the device VCS500etc. etc.

This menu is accessible in the operating area "Device Area" only.Menu Info

About ISMIEC Software versionMonitor Interface monitor On / Off

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2.3 Config menu2.3.1 StandardsWithin this menu the operator can select the actual standard according to which the tests shall be conducted. An extendedlibrary of basic, generic and product standards is available. An overview is available in the related scroll window (Figure 2-8).

See more information about the standards in paragraph 3

Figure 2-8: Select a standard in the library

2.3.2 MiscellaneousIn the menu Config / Miscellaneous according to ( Figure 2-9 )you can select the language, the background color of the testwindow, the Fail 1 reaction of the software, the trigger selection, the report and the beep setup.

Figure 2-9 : Windows miscellaneous

LanguageYou may choose from German and English. The test report will be created in the selected language.Color of the Pulse WindowsYou can select the background color of the pulse windows in this section. The following settings are possible:Option Background color of the test windowsBlack Color BlackYellow Color Yellow

Fail 1 reactionThe Fail 1 input of the generators can be used for DUT monitoring; see also the related manual of the individual generators.Option Fail 1 reactionStop The test procedure is stopped immediatelyPause The test procedure is paused and can be continued.

End of TestWhen a test is completed the software can deliver an acoustic signal. This function can be selected in this section.Option End of testBeep on At the end of a test the software delivers an acoustic signal.Beep off At the end of a test the software doesnt deliver an acoustic signal.

ReportIn this section you may select some setting for the report generation.

Option ReportNo report generation When an asterisk is set in this box at test end no report is generated.Start external word program When an asterisk is set in this box the word processor is launched directly after the con-

version has been successfully competed showing the converted file.Use header file When an asterisk is set in this box ISMISO will use the selected header file as an addi-

tional source file. Insert the name of the header file to be used by the converter to generate the RTF-basetest report file including your header data (see paragraph 6.3).

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2.3.3 InterfaceIn the menu Config / Interface according to Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. you can select theoperation mode and configure the settings of the interface to the devices. The operation mode and the interface configurations will become active upon leaving the dialogue box with OK.If you quit the dialogue box with Cancel then all changes will be ignored.

Figure 2-10 : Dialogue box Config / Interface

ModeTwo different settings are offered to select program mode. The actual mode is indicated vertically along the left windowframe of the desktop. The two modes are as follows:Option ModeOperation(System Testing)

ISMIEC operates all registered and enabled devices via the selected interface. In theright part of the desktop in the bottom line the operator can see the symbol for the recog-nized units.

Simulation(Software only)

ISMIEC simulates all test pulses of the standard library and of the selected hardware.

CommunicationYou can select the type of communication. The following settings are possible:Option CommunicationIEEE 488 Communication via the IEEE 488 interfaceRS232 Communication via the RS232 interface

IEEE 488 - BoardYou can select the type of IEEE board. The following settings are possible:Option BoardKeithley IEEE board is from type KeithleyNational IEEE board is from type National

RS232 - PortYou can select the RS232 port. The following settings are possible:Option PortCOM 1 Connect the cable to RS232 port 1COM 2 Connect the cable to RS232 port 2COM 3 Connect the cable to RS232 port 3COM 4 Connect the cable to RS232 port 4

2.3.4 Init RS232

With Init RS232 you can open the dialogue box to configureand initialize the serial interface.The selected baud rate in this dialogue box Figure 2-11 andin the set-up of the test generator must be identical.The RS 232 interface connection cable must be wired di-rectly and the pins must be identical on both ends of thecable.

Figure 2-11: Setting of the baud rate

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2.3.5 Device ConfigurationIn the menu Config / Device the set-up dialog for the device configuration is offered (Figure 2-12). In this dialog the devicesto be controlled via ISMIEC are specified. For each device the software license code, its serial number and the device ad-dress are entered. Furthermore single devices can be enabled or disabled. When the initialization of a devices was successful its software number and the device status or firmware version will bedisplayed.

Figure 2-12: Dialogue Config / Device

When the dialogue box is left with OK ISMIEC initializes the communication with the specified devices and checks the en-tered license codes. After a successful initializations all enabled test generators can be controlled.DeviceThe selection of the desired test generators is done from the pull-down menu offered for each device field in the row Device.Each list contains all test generators that can be controlled via ISMIEC. If special devices shall be controlled via ISMIEC the general description of the device is selected from the pull-down menu.ISMIEC supports a maximum of seven devices. A coupling network used in a complete set-up will be recognized automati-cally. In the simulation mode, however, the coupling network is available.In the simulation mode all selectable test devices can be simulated within ISMIEC. When specifying the devices please observe that the order of entering the devices is very important. If the same test pulse isgenerated by several devices ISMIEC will always work with the first device in the list providing the required test pulse. LicenseIn the License field the license code of the related test generator is entered. The license code is obtained along with thesoftware. Without a valid license code ISMIEC only allows to control the specified test generators. Having a valid license code it ispossible to create test reports and to convert them into RTF files for further procurement in any other word processing pro-gram recognizing the RTF file. The standard library is only accessible with a valid license code.Serial NumberAn entry in this row isn't mandatory. If the serial number is entered it will appear in the test report. For traceability reasons,however, it is advisable to enter the serial number.AddressIn the row Address the IEEE488 device address needs to be entered. The same address as shown in the display of therelated test generator must be entered here. This is the address ISMIEC will search at for the connected test generator.The addresses given in Figure 2-12 show the factory settings. When changing any of these addresses check the related test generator for equal setting of the IEEE address.EnableAny of the specified test generators can be enabled or disabled by marking or unmarking this box.Devices being disabled will not be initialized and controlled by ISMIEC.Software NumberWhen a device is successfully initialized its software number will be displayed in this row. No license entry or the entry of a wrong license will cause "False" to be displayed in place of the software number. If theentered license code is valid the related symbol will show up in the desktop in the bottom right corner.StatusIn this row the firmware version will appear upon the successful initialization of a device. Using older device versions in theset-up that are unable to communicate their firmware version to ISMIEC the status message Found will be displayed.

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2.3.6 Power SetupWithin this menu the operator can specify the actual supply voltage used for testing. (see Figure 2-13).

Figure 2-13: Dialogue box Config / Power Setup

Default Channel SelectionYou can select from the following types of supply. The following settings are possible:

Option DescriptionPF1 Mains supply.PF2 External or tapped supply.

Setting of Voltage Range : Configure the supply connection : L-N ( Star) resp. L-L ( Delta)Voltage inputs for delta connections have to be divided by a factor 1.73. ( 230Vx 1.73 corresponds 400V L-L)

Option DescriptionMax. variac voltage [V] Maximum output voltage of the dc supply used for external supply controlled by PFS200.

The selected voltage represents 10.0V DC of Analog output 0..10V.Mains supply voltage [V] Nominal voltage of the test supply

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2.3.7 Report ConfigurationsIn the dialogue as shown in Figure 2-14 the entries of the report header information can be specified. This header informa-tion will be saved along with the test data in the data file of a test.

The following information may be altered prior to saving thedata file at the end of a test: Report number Company/Department Tester Standard used Customer Device under test Comment Ambient temperature Pressure Rel. humidityThe entry for "Standard used is automatically adapted byISMIEC when the standard has been changed. However,manual adjustment is possible at any time.

Figure 2-14 : Report configuration With the dialogue "D.U.T Setup" the input of D.U.T data is

possible. The following information may be altered prior tosaving the data file at the end of a test:

Name Serial Number Operation Mode Connection Description

Figure 2-15: D.U.T Setup

2.3.8 Additional Accessories used in the Test Set-upISMIEC allows the entry of accessories used in a test to be included in the test report to complete the information about thetest set-up. Therefore a dedicated dialogue box (Figure 2-16) is offered.

A maximum of 10 accessories (measuring devices, EMCtest accessories etc.) can be specified with their descrip-tion and their serial number. Each entered accessory mustbe enabled to show up in the test report. This requires amark in the related box in the row Enable. This information can be altered prior to the data file is savedat the end of a test.

Figure 2-16 : Used accessories

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2.3.9 Changing the PasswordWith the dialogue Change Password it is possible to protect the dialogue Change Standard Levels (refer to paragraph 3.5)from unwanted access with a password. To change the password please enter the password as required in the dialogue boxas shown in Figure 2-17.By default no password is specified.

Figure 2-17 : Dialog box Config / Change Password

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2.4 Menu Mode

2.4.1 Change to Standard Area / Device AreaIn this menu you select between the two operating areas Standard Area and Device Area. These two operating areas aredescribed more detailed in paragraphs 3 and 4.

2.4.2 Change Standard LevelsEnable or disable the mode Change Standard Levels is done within this menu. For detailed information about how tochange the standard levels please refer to paragraph 3.5.

2.4.3 Reset all Pulses to Factory SettingsWhen Change Standard Levels is activated it is possible to reset all pulse parameters to the factory settings using thismenu (refer to paragraph 3.6.3).

2.4.4 Device local controlWhen working with the software the connected test generators will be remote-controlled. A local operation of the generatorsfrom the frontpanel is not possible in this case.If you select Go Local in the Mode menu all the test generators will be reset and set temporarily to the local mode. Everygenerator can then be operated from the frontpanel.

Click here to set all devices in Local Mode

Figure 2-18: Dialogbox local ModeWhen pressing the OK-button all the test generators will be set back to remote control again.

Figure 2-19 : Dialogbox remote Mode

2.4.5 Enable / Disable Measuring instrumentEnable or disable the Measuring instrument

Figure 2-20: enable/disable measuring instrument

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2.5 Info Menu

2.5.1 Info about ISMIEC

The actual version number of the software is indicated in thewindow Figure 2-21

. Figure 2-21: Dialogue box Info about IEC

2.5.2 MonitorThe communication on the interfaces can be controlled during a running test. This function shall only be used for diagnostics.

The log file monitor.txt will be created in the directory\ISMIEC. By starting the monitor the old log file monitor.txtwill be overwritten

Note: In case of short repetition time the monitor programcan delay the communication to the equipment.Therefore a timeout can occur and the test stops.

Figure 2-22 : Communication monitor

2.6 Menu Favorites

In the standard area it is possible to select the last used standardplus application via the menu favorites.The software stores the last six standards and application.

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3 ISM IEC, ConceptISM IEC includes a very extended library of standards in which the most important International Standards as IEC, EN andET SI as well as a large number of Manufacturer Standards are included, see also the reference list in the annex of thismanual.The starting point for pulse testing is always the standard libraryWhich type of testing the operator shall be able to do ?

Task ??

Tests as perstandard XX

Tests as per??

Standard Library

Selection of existing standard test routines

Expert mode: Generation of new test routines

Figure 3-1 : Concept

To get access to the standard library you need to select the operating area Standard Area first.

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3.1 Menu board and DesktopGeneral explanations for the menu board please read in paragraph 2.2.

The fastest and easiest way to navi-gate through the software is viadesktop.What is shown in the desktop ?

Figure 3-2 : Desktop

3.1.1 Recognized DevicesIn the bottom right corner of the desktop the recognized test generators are shown and represented by the relevant symbols.All devices being shown can be controlled by ISMIEC. If there are no devices shown in this place you first need to specify the devices to be controlled via ISMIEC in the menuConfig / Device License (refer to paragraph 2.3.5). Based on the list of recognized devices the related test pulses will become available.

3.1.2 Standard AreaIn the center of the bottom info line the operator is informed about the current operating area. According to Fehler! Ver-weisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. the Standard Area is selected. Only with this setting the standard library isaccessible. Switching between the two operating areas is possible by means of a double click with the left mouse key on thisbutton.

3.1.3 The actual used standardIn the lowest line of the desktop the actual used standard is shown in the left part. Just beside of this the information is indi-cated to which lines of the DUT the test is applied to.

3.1.4 The actual available pulsesIn the right part of the desktop the actual available pulses are listed under Pulses . These pulses are part of the basicstandard selected.

3.1.5 The actual available pulsesThe button Linkfile offers to create new link files or to change existing link files. The link file-generator is started here.

3.1.6 Load existing test fileTestFile enables the operator to reload individual saved test files to the monitor and start the test immediately.

3.1.7 Load existing test reportReportFile enables the operator to reload individual saved data files to the monitor. The operator can take a look to them,change them or print them out.

3.1.8 Operation modeIn the left part of the desktop the actual operation mode of the software is displayed. The mode is displayed in a vertical way.The following modes are available:

Test System The program controls all units. On the right part of the desktop the operator can see thesymbol of the recognized instrument. A coupling network will automatically recognized ifconnected.

Simulation (only software) ISMIEC simulates all test pulses which are available for the chosen standard.

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3.1.9 Select the standardThe required standard can be selected either from the menu board under New or easier by a double click on the actualstandard in the lowest line of the desktop.The standard and the application can be changed at the same time.The same can be realized by a double click on the application in the lowest line of the desktop.Select the required standard:The standards are listed into three categories. A list of all available standard is available in paragraph 7.1 Standard refer-ence. The operator can select between the following categories: Basic standards Generic standards Product standards

The Product standard are separated in different categoriesas following listed Industrial Components Medical Residential Isolation Telecom Traffic

Figure 3-3 : Window with the international standards

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Decide which lines of the DUT shall be tested:Only these functions are enabled which are really specified within the selected standard.

Figure 3-4 : Window with the application

Confirm your selection:After click on OK the desktop will show the actual parameters: The actual selected standard and its application will be displayed. The actual available pulses which are specified in this standard are displayed.

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3.1.10 Selection of the Test PulsesThe operator has decided to use a specific standard and the related application. After that you can decide which type ofpulse you want to use for your actual test. Click on the individual pulse buttons on the desktop or select via the menu boardunder Pulses.

Figure 3-5: Pulse buttons on the desktop with all test im-pulses of the selected standard

After the selection the so called Pulse Window is displayed on the monitor.It is possible to get an error message which shows:

No generator connected for selected pulse !

This means that there is no contact to the device ( wrong interface connection or device is not switched on ). An other possi-bility is, that the device needs a special hardware option for generate this standard test impulse.

In the annex you see a list with all pulses and generators options for testing all standards.

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3.2 The Pulse Window SurfaceThe Pulse Window (Figure 3-6) is the main part of the software. The test can be started, the test levels can be specified or acomplete new set of parameters can be selected and saved.

The pulse window of the Pulse 5according to IEC 61000-4 is usedas an example to explain the useof it. Of course, the pulse win-dows adopts itself to the differentpulses. However, the basic struc-ture and the functions remain thesame.

Figure 3-6 : Pulse Window for pulse 5 acc IEC 61000-4In the upper line of the monitor the actual selected type of standard is shown.

3.2.1 The Pulse WindowThis window ( Figure 3-7) shows the waveform of the selected pulse. Also the pulse parameters and its short terms are dis-played.

Figure 3-7 : Pulse waveform

Just on the right hand of the Pulse Window those parame-ters are shown which are fix and can not be changed. Nor-mally these values are related to rise time and duration ofthe individual pulses.

Figure 3-8 : Pulse typeAll these parameters including the graphic are listed in the data report which is available after testing.

3.2.2 Test Level WindowOn the right part of the Pulse Window the Test Level Window is shown.

In this section the operator can select the test procedure asfollow ..Testlevel Modus

The operator selects one of the proposed test levelsand performs the test according to the selectedstandard.

Expert ModusThe operator selects Expert and may then adjustseveral pulse parameters according to his specificrequirements (refer to paragraph 3.2.4).

Figure 3-9 : Test Level

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3.2.3 Test LevelFor easy and fast standard test routines click on the specified test level and start immediately with the test. All test levelswhich are specified in the related standard are shown. In case that the standard only specifies one level, only this level isavailable.In the Test Level mode you select exact the parameters who are described in the standard. All these parameters are dis-played grey and can not be changed.The following test parameters which are displayed black and active can be adjusted: The repetition rate of the pulses The phase angle Synchronization and polarity Current limit The coupling Number of test pulsesIn case that the operator wants to specify complete new test routines he can do this under Expert. Click on the Expertbutton.

3.2.4 Expert ModeAs soon as the Expert Mode is selected all parameters are shown in black and active. All these parameters can be changedin Expert Mode. All the parameters that have appeared in grey and have been inactive so far now change to black and areactive. The listed parameters may now be set to any value within the range according to the test generator connected. The pulse voltage (the test level)These parameters can be changed in their individual windows or easier and faster directly in the Pulse Window directly in thegraphic:Select the related parameter with the mouse and click on the left mouse button to count upwards. the right mouse button to count downwards.Just underneath the Pulse Window a comment line will be inserted. Before starting the test the operator may insert a com-ment or description that will be included in the test report.In this mode the menu button Save will be added to allow the operator to store the actually set pulse parameters as a userdefined test file.These stored test files are used to create linkfiles.

3.2.5 RampThe Ramp mode is another function which is available in Expert mode.

Ramp will enable an automatically change of the test levelduring the running test. The operator can specify a startlevel an end level and a certain step width for the pulse peakvoltage.

Figure 3-10 : Window at enabled ramp function

Start

Stop StepThe software controls this function automatically and cantherefore be used for a fast detection of the threshold levelof the DUT.

Figure 3-11 : Test voltages at a ramp function

When the Ramp mode is switched off the parameters will no longer be displayed.

3.2.6 Number of pulsesThe operator can select the number of pulses which are required for this test.

The actual test time will be shown. In case that the numberof pulses or the repetition rate is changed the test time isautomatically set to the actual value.

Figure 3-12 : Setting of the number of pulses

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3.2.7 CouplingIt is possible to select individually coupling structure of the different lines of a power supply system. This parameter is savedand restore next time.

Figure 3-13 : Coupling selection

3.2.8 Source (Battery supply)On the lower right part all parameters of the actual needed supply voltage is indicated.

The operator can click on Source if a changed battery sup-ply shall be used for testing. The program switches directlyinto the Config menu where all parameters can bechanged.

Figure 3-14 : Setting of the power supply

The exchanged parameters will be indicated immediately in the source window and will also be listed in the test report.

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3.3 Lower Menu bar

Figure 3-15 : Menubar in the pulse window

3.3.1 SaveClick on Save will save the actual test file to the hard disk. This function is only available in the Expert mode. In Test levelmode the test parameters can not be changed and saving the test file is not useful.

3.3.2 StartAfter click on Start the test is started immediately.(Read also paragraph 3.4)

3.3.3 StopThis function is only available during a running test. Click on Stop will stop the running test immediately. (Read also para-graph 3.4)

3.3.4 PauseThis function is only available during a running test. Click on Pause will interrupt a running test immediately. (Read alsoparagraph 3.4)

3.3.5 ResetThis button is used to set back a test level to the original settings after they have changed (factory settings according to thestandards).This could be required as all the changes that have been made in the parameter settings in the actual test level will be auto-matically stored. If the saved setting are different from those required by the standard the user can reset them by the Resetbutton and reload the factory settings for the selected standard.The Reset button is active only when the standard settings have been changed.

3.3.6 SourceBy means of this button the configuration dialogue to set the supply voltage for the EUT (refer to paragraph 2.3.6).

3.3.7 EndClick on End will bring the operator back to the desktop.

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3.4 Start the Test ProcedureThe test routine can be started by a mouse click on the Start button.The pulse window is changed as follows:

Figure 3-16 : Pulse window during a test

3.4.1 Actual Parameter DisplayOn the left side the actual parameters of the running test are displayed in Figure 3-17,

the actual test voltage in black if the level is fix in blue if the level is changed in

the Ramp modethe actual repetition rate of thepulses

Figure 3-17 : Actual parameters display

3.4.2 Running Test TimeUnder the Pulse Window the running test time is indicated in a bar graph.

Figure 3-18 : Bar display during a test runAdditionally the absolute test time is shown and for longer test routines the pulse release is indicated by blinking lamps:Red blinking ==> the test routine is runningYellow blinking ==> a pulse is released

3.4.3 PauseAfter Pause click the test is interrupted and the Pause window is shown. The operator can enter any comment which mayexplain why the test was paused.The operator use Continue to continue the test or Stop to stop the test completely.

Figure 3-19 : Comment window

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3.4.4 Fail 1 and Fail 2If a Fail1 or Fail2 event occurs during the test this will be indicated as shown in Figure 3-20.In case of a Fail2 the test will not be interrupted but it will only be indicated for the time the Fail2 signal is present.After the Fail 1 event it appears the pause dialogue (see 3.4.3) or the test result window. Depending on the Fail 1 reactionsetting (see paragraph 2.3.2)

Figure 3-20 : Window in case of fail 1 or fail 2

3.4.5 StepIf a manual Trigger is needed, the Step button will appear after having started the test. A green indication right from the barindication shows you that the equipment is expecting a manual release of the pulse (see Figure 3-21).

Figure 3-21 : Window with step

When pressing the button Step the pulse will be released. To release several pulses the Step button needs to be pressedfor every pulse to be released.

3.4.6 StopClick on Stop and the test is stopped immediately. The Test Result Window is displayed. setting (see paragraph 3.4.8)

3.4.7 End of TestAfter the last impulse the test will be finished and the Test Result Window is displayed.If the option End of Test - Beeper on has been selected in the Config menu General an acoustic signal will be delivered toindicate that the test is completed.

3.4.8 Test Result WindowThe operator can enter a comment concerning to the Test Stop or to the complete test run. This comment is included in thefinal test report.After a Stop the test will be indicated as Not successful . The operator may change this into Successful if necessary. Theresult will also be listed in the final test report.

Figure 3-22 : Test Result Window

Cancel (no test report)By click on Cancel the test routine is interrupted completely and no test report is generated.Save (with test report)The operator can enter a file name and the path for the data file. A mouse click on OK saves the file and a test report can begenerated.

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3.4.9 Save a Test ReportIn the dialogue (Figure 3-23) you enter the name of the datafile in the desired root.The datas are directly saved in RTF format. The extension of the RTF files is defined as *.rft OK Button will save the file and the report header will appear. Cancel will exit without saving a report.

Figure 3-23 : Save window

3.4.10 Test Report commentIn the report comment windows (Figure 2-14) you can check the header of the report. Paragraph 2.3.7

The OK button includes the altered entries in the report header. The Cancel button ignores all alterations.

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3.5 Input ProtectionWith the functionality "input protection" you have the possibility to protect the whole. Enable "Input Protection"

The enable of the input protection is done over the menuMode Enable "Input Protection".If the input protection is active, some inputs are locked forthe users. The user can't change any pulse values, save notest file and can't create link files.

Figure 3-24: Menu Enable "Input Protection"

Disable "Input Protection"

Figure 3-25: Menu Disable "Input Protection"

After selection the user must input a password to disable theinput protection.The password is changeable (see paragraph 2.3.9).

Figure 3-26: Dialog Disable Input Protection

3.6 Enable/disable of Change Standard LevelsISMIEC offers the opportunity to change the test parameters of the various test levels of the pre-programmed standard testpulses. Please note that the factory settings for the standard test pulses should not be changed unless necessary3.6.1 Enable Change Standard Levels

Figure 3-27 : Change Standard Level from the mode menuTo enable the mode Change Standard Levels the corresponding menu is selected from the Mode menu. When selected the password dialogue will show up requesting the input of a valid password. If no password is specified justquit via Enter.The password can be changed (refer to paragraph 2.3.9).

Figure 3-28 : Password dialog to enable Change StandardLevels

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When enabled all factory settings of the parameters of the various standard test pulses can be changed (refer to figure Fig-ure 3-29).

Figure 3-29 : Changing of the factory settings Figure 3-30 :Changing of the levels

3.6.2 Disable Change Standard LevelsThe mode Change Standard Levels remains active as long as this mode is not disabled again (see Figure 3-31) or until theoperating area is changed to Device Area or until ISMIEC has been restarted.

Figure 3-31 : Menu to disable Change Standard Levels

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3.6.3 Reset all Pulses to Factory SettingsOnce standard test levels have been changed ISMIEC offers a simple menu to reset all pulse parameters to the originalfactory settings.Open the menu Mode and select Reset all pulses to factory settings.

Figure 3-32 : Menu to reset all pulses to factory settingsBefore the parameters are actually set back the following dialogue will be shown.

Figure 3-33 : Dialogue before reset of pulses to factory set-tings

All individually changed parameters of the pulses in the standard library will be set back to the factory settings.

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3.7 Customized Pulse SpecificationsOf course the user of ISMIEC is also able to generate specific test routine which are not related to the standards which arepart of this software. All parameters can be changed and are only restricted by the hardware limitations of the pulse genera-tors itself.The starting point to define special test routines is again the desktop, see also paragraph 3.1In the annex of this manual the user can find a table where all kind of pulses and functions are listed which are supported bythis software and the related generators.

For the specification of special pulses, e.g. with different internal resistor or with different test level the user may select anexisting pulse and change the desired parameters as described for the Expert mode.The basic standard for most of all special requirements is the IEC 6100-4. Most of the manufacturers standards are relatedto this paper and are changing only some specific parameters. This generally is valid for the European and US manufactur-ers but not for the Asian companies.Asian standards mostly require special test generators.

For new pulse specifications the following questions shall be answered:

1. Which type of pulses shall be tested? (rise time, pulse duration) Which of the standard pulses can be used for this ap-plication ? (See annex)

2. What is the difference to the existing pulses ?3. In which way standard pulses can be matched ?4. Which parameters can be changed within the standard pulses ?

Select a standard pulse or the required function within the related standard change into the Expert mode and change thedesired parameters. The new test procedure can now be saved under a specific name which the operator has to define.

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4 Device AreaIn the operating mode Device Area the test generators and their pulse generation capabilities form the basis for the tests.Depending on the registered and initialised test generators ISMIEC provides all possible test pulses on the desktop. In thisoperating mode the user has no access to the standard library.The operating mode Device Area is almost identical with the operating mode Standard Area. Therefore we will only showthe differences between these two areas within this paragraph. All other information is already provided in paragraph 3.

4.1 DesktopPlease refer to paragraph 2.2 for a detailed description of the menu bar.The desktop presents the easiest and fastest way to navigate through the software (Figure 4-1).

Figure 4-1 : Desktop in the operating mode Device Area

4.1.1 Recognised DevicesIn the bottom right corner of the desktop the recognised test generators are shown and represented by the relevant symbols.All devices being shown can be controlled by ISMIEC. If there are no devices shown in this place you first need to specify the devices to be controlled via ISMIEC in the menuConfig / Device Licence (refer to paragraph 2.3.5).Based on the list of recognised devices the related test pulses will become available.By means of a double click with the left mouse key on the relevant device symbol ISMIEC shown all available test pulses ofthe selected device.

4.1.2 Device AreaIn the center of the bottom info line the operator is informed about the current operating area. The current operating modeneeds to be set to Device Area. Switching between the two operating areas is possible by means of a double click with theleft mouse key on this button.

4.1.3 Display of the Selected Test GeneratorIn the bottom info line the selected test generator is shown on the left. By means of this indication the operator is informedabout the test generator and the related test pulses.

4.1.4 Available Test Pulses"New" in the top right section of the desktop lists all available test pulses of the selected test generator.When selecting the desired test pulse the pulse window will be shown (refer to paragraph 3.2). As a difference from theStandard Area in this operating mode only the Expert mode is enabled.

4.1.5 Menu DeviceIn the menu Device all test generators are listed to which ISMIEC could establish communication.When a device is selected from this list the available test pulses will be displayed on the desktop.

Figure 4-2 : Available generators

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5 Test Files

5.1 Save a Test FileThe operator can store the actually set pulse parameters as a user defined test file.These stored test files can also be used to create linkfiles.

Figure 5-1 : Save a test fileIn the dialogue (Figure 5-2) you enter the name of the testfile in the desired root.The extension of the test files is defined as *.tst and needs to be retained.

Figure 5-2 shows the dialogue box tosave a test file Save Button will save the file. Cancel will exit without saving.

Figure 5-2 : Save window

5.2 Load a test fileAlready saved and stored test files can be loaded by a mouse click on the test file button or by selecting one with File / TestFile in the menu list.

Figure 5-3 : Loading of Testfiles

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Figure 5-4 shows the dialogue box toopen a test file. The list shows allstored test files. When selecting anyof these test files the ISMIEC informsyou at the bottom about the contentof the selected file.Not only the kind of test routine butalso the estimated test time and acomment about this file is shown. Aclick on Open opens the file. Toreturn to the desktop use the buttonCancel.

Figure 5-4 : Open test fileAn opened test file can be changed and saved with another file name.A loaded test file is always used in the Expert mode. This means that test files are executed independently from the standardsettings.

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6 Link File

6.1 Generation of a Link FileLink files are a set of combined test files with a defined order for execution. With this tool you are able to create complex testprocedures using one or several test generators. A test can be conducted fully automatically using a link file.

6.1.1 Start of the Link File GeneratorWith the link file generator you create a test routine consisting of several different test files. Figure 6-1shows the handling ofthe link file generator.

To generate a link file you first haveto create a library of distinct test files.The test files are created as de-scribed earlier and saved. From thistest file library you select the files youwant to use in your link file. For eachdevice under test you have you cangenerate a specific link file.

Figure 6-1 : Start the Linkfile Generator

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6.1.2 Creation of a Link FileBy means of the linkfile generator a linkfile can be created that consists of different testfiles. Already existing linkfiles can bechecked and changed.

Figure 6-2 : Linkfile Generator, Dialogue box

New deletes all files in the list except from start and stop.

Insert Test a selected test file is added to the file list at the position after the last highlighted bitmap.The new bitmap is recognized and highlighted. The estimated test time is calculated andthe display will be updated accordingly.

Delete Test the highlighted bitmap and the related test routine is deleted from the file list.

Save saves the created link file under the file name specified under Link file Name. The for-mat xxxxxxxx.lik shall be used for the file name whereas xxxxxxxx represent 1 .. 8 alpha-numeric characters. An appropriate comment can be inserted to make a later identifica-tion of the link file easier.

Action Insert a Wait time with information.

OK You will be asked to save the link file. Afterwards you will return to the desktop.

Cancel Return to the desktop.

With a double click on the test files or on the bitmaps representing a testfile further information about the testfile are dis-played (refer to Figure 6-3).

Figure 6-3 : Test informations

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6.1.3 Link MessageBetween two tests, during Link Progress, the use could define an Action. Wait time in second with displayed Message Information with displayed Message (Test is stopped).

The user selects an Action and in-serts a Message.By pressing Insert the Action islinked in the file list.It is possible to delete the Actionfrom the file list by selecting thehighlighted bitmap and press delete.

Figure 6-4 : Linkfile Action

6.2 Working with Link File

6.2.1 Load a Link FileStored linkfiles are loaded with a click to one of the two areas shown in Figure 6-5.

Figure 6-5 : Load a Linkfile

Figure 6-6 shows the dialog box toopen a linkfile. All existing linkfilesare listed. When a linkfile is selectedthe software shows some informationabout the selected linkfile at thebottom of the dialog box.The test duration is indicated alongwith other comments about this link-file if inserted any. Press OK to openthe selected linkfile.Press Cancel to return to the desk-top.

Figure 6-6 : Linkfile save dialog

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6.2.2 Link File Test WindowAfter having selected and opened the desired linkfile the program opens the linkfile test window (refer to Figure 6-7). Thelinkfile test window shows all linked testfiles of the selected linkfile.

Figure 6-7 : Link file test windowWith Forward and Back you may select the test file to start the test sequence with.With a double click on a testfile icon the corresponding testfile is loaded.

ISMIEC provides the following functions:Start Start a test with Start. The pulse window for the first test pulse X appears and shows the

actual values. The info box showing the time information and the flash light is alsoshown.

End By means of the End button the linkfile window is left and you return to the desktop.

Forward Select the next test file in the sequence. The sequence will then start with the new high-lighted test file.

Back Step on test file back in the sequence and start the sequence with the new highlightedtest file.

Test file Icon Single click : Changes to the selected test file which will be highlighted. The se-quence is then started with this test file. Double click: The pulse window of the selected test file is opened to run a single testwith this test file only.

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6.2.3 Start a LinkfileWhen the linkfile is started with Start it is executed step by step following the linked testfiles. The corresponding pulse win-dows are shown (refer to Figure 6-8).The button Pause allows to interrupt the test procedure. The dialog box to enter a comment automatically appears.When the test is completed another dialog box appears to enter a final comment about the test. Every linkfile test creates adatafile containing the test data with the name of the linkfile and the extension .dfl.ISMIEC provides the following functions:

Stop By means of this button a test is immediately stopped. The Stop button is only activewhen the linkfile test is in progress.

Break By means of this button a test is immediately interrupted. The Pause button is only activewhen the linkfile test is in progress.

Forward Selects the next test file in the list and starts the link file automatically.

Back Steps one test file back (refer to paragraph 6.2.3.1).

Figure 6-8 : Active link file test window

6.2.3.1 Back to the Link File SequenceWhen Back has been pressed during a link file sequence the following dialogue "Continuation of Test" (see Figure 6-9)appears. The user continue the test with the previous test file or with the actual test file to repeat the same test.

Figure 6-9 : Link BackThe following functions are available:Prev Previous test in the list will be started.

Actual Actual test in the list will be repeated.

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6.2.3.2 Pause a Link File in ProgressWhen a test is interrupted with Pause the opportunity to enter a comment is given (figure 5.11). There are three opportuni-ties to continue the test hereafter:

Figure 6-10 : Link PauseThe following functions are available:

Continue The comment is saved in the data file and the link file will be continued at the same testfile.

Next Test The comment is saved in the data file and the link file will be continued with the next testfile within the link file.

Stop The data file will registered the interruption but no comment will be saved. The link filewill be continued at the same test file.

6.2.3.3 Wait Time during Link ProgressIf the user has select an action during Link progress, it is stopped during the selected time.At the end of wait time the progress automatically continues.

Figure 6-11 Wait TimeFollowing functions are available:Stop By means of this button a test is immediately stopped.

Break By means of this button a test is immediately interrupted (refer to paragraph 6.2.3.2).

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6.2.3.4 Display of Information during Link ProgressAn Information is displayed, to start next test the user has to press Next button.

Figure 6-12 InformationFollowing functions are available:Stop By means of this button a test is immediately stopped.

Break By means of this button a test is immediately interrupted (refer to paragraph 6.2.3.2).

Next Selects the next test file in the list and starts the link file automatically.


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7 Reports

7.1 GeneralThe generation of a RTF-file for your word processing software is very.The results of the tests are written into a RTF-file (Rich Text Format). The RTF-files can be used with by any word process-ing program such as Microsoft Word or Wordpad that is able to recognize the RTF-format.The generated RTF-test report file can then be changed according to your own specific needs and requirements. You mayinsert e.g. your company logo or you may change the layout of the test report.Further to this you may create so-called mask files that are saved in the rtf-format. If this feature is selected the converterautomatically transferred the test report file into the selected mask. This mask file offers you all the opportunity of your wordprocessing system to configure headlines and foot lines and to design your individual front page of the test report. Insert your company logo. Insert your complete company address and references. Insert any other individual information.

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7.2 View and Print7.2.1 Load data fileA created report file can be loaded and displayed by means of a click on one of the two areas as shown in Figure 7-1.

Figure 7-1 : Load and Display of Reports from the Desktop

Figure 7-2 shows the dialog box to load and display of areport. All available report files are listed.With OK the selected report file will be loaded and displayed(see Figure 7-3). Cancel will take you back to the desktop.

Figure 7-2 : load report file

7.2.2 View a Report FileThe test report is shown in the Report File window (Figure 7-3). You can move through the document with help of the scrollbar on the right-hand side.

Figure 7-3 : Report file windowThe following functions are provided:

Enlarges / Reduces the displayed test report. This could be required due to the resolutionof your monitor.

Opens the Document in the default RTF Word Processor.

Prints out the test report.

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X To return to the desktop.

Two examples are shown below. In one case a mask file had been used (see Figure 7-5) and in the second case the con-version had been carried out without this option (see Figure 7-4).

Figure 7-4 : Example of a RTF-Test Report without Mask File

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Figure 7-5 : Example of a RTF-Test Report with Mask File

7.3 Generation of a Mask FileTo generate a mask file you have to use a word processing program that allows you to save a document as a *.rtf file, forexample Microsoft Word or Wordpad.The following paragraph describes the generation of a mask file and shows an example (see Figure 7-6).

Start your word processor and design the page and maskfile according to your needs and requirements.You may use head lines and foot lines and include companylogo and address information on the front page as well asinsert individual information.Before you save the file please make sure that you havedefined the location where ISMIEC shall start to insert thedata from the original test report file.This mark requires the express-ion 0xFF at the beginningof the line where the test report data shall be inserted. Allother text below this mark (excluding foot lines) will be cutoff.In the directory HEADER an example is saved with thename header_us.rtf.

Figure 7-6 : Example of an RTF-Mask File

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8 Measuring instrumentA measuring instrument could be inserted in the process.The measuring instrument can communicate with ISMIEC and release a measure. The ISMIEC will get information if athreshold level was reached and will react on that as predefined. The measure values are stored in the report or in a file atthe end of the test.The IEEE commands for the measuring instrument are stored in a configuration file (*.mdf).The actual measuring data are displayed in the test window.The measuring data are stored in the report file (see 3.4.9)

The instrument can be controlled via IEEE interface and : can be set into a specified operation mode. information about the status of the equipment and measuring values can be acquired. The returned measuring value is in exponential format.8.1 ConfigurationIn the menu Setup / Measuring Instrument the set-up dialog for the measuring instrument configuration is offered

In this dialog the measuring device tobe controlled via ISMIEC is specified.For the device the function, the iden-tification, the send commands andthe IEEE address are entered. De-pending of selected function it is aswell necessary to enter the measur-ing process, the alarm and measureparameters or the file in which theplot datas would be saved.

Figure 8-1 : Measuring Instrument Selection

8.1.1 General

Measuring instrumentThe required measuring instrument can be selected here.CommentThe comment is saved in the configuration file and insertedin the Report.

Figure 8-2 : File selection

8.1.2 FunctionThe operator can select between the following functions:

MeasuringThe measuring datas are read depending on measuringprocess.PlotAt the end of the test the datas are read and saved in a plotfile. This function is principally used for oscilloscope to exe-cute a screen dump in a file.

Figure 8-3 : Function selection

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8.1.3 Receive

IdentificationDuring the initialisation of the measuring instrument an iden-tification command is sent. The instruments answers bysending back the identification code which is compared withthe Receive Identification string. It is possible to enter theidentification in the field automatically by executing a singleidentification command with instrument connected.

Figure 8-4 : Measuring instrument identification

8.1.4 SendEach measuring instrument with integrated interface uses a certain set of commands to communicate with other instruments.The instrument can be controlled via IEEE interface and can be set into a specified operating mode. Status informations andmeasuring values can be requested. Search and identify the instrument at the specified IEEE address (Identification). Initialize the measuring instrument (Initialisation). Trigger a measuring event and wait until the data has been received (Measure). Reconfigure the instrument in an other mode (Close).

IdentificationThis command is used to identify the measuring device. An instrument which receives this command changes intoremote operation and sends back its identification code.During the initialisation the identification code is comparedwith Receive/Identification string.InitialisationThe measuring instrument must be configured ( Measuringrange, unit, ... ). More than one command is sometimesnecessary. The commands are sent before each test tochange the measuring instrument in required operationmode.MeasureThis is the read of measure command. The measuring in-strument performs a measurement and sends the resultback.CloseThis command is send at the end of the test. It is possible toreconfigure the instrument in an other mode if necessary.

Figure 8-5: Send commandsSending the commandsThe different commands can be sent individually. In themonitor window the sent commands and the responses

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