Options

The PS-1 currently has two options available, a RS-232 interface and a USB interface.

Both interfaces appear to the PC as a serial comm port. The comm port settings are:

Baud rate: 115200
Data bits: 8
Stop bits: 1
Parity: none
Handshake: none

The RS-232 interface is via a standard DB-9 connector on the rear panel of the PS-1.

The USB interface is via a standard USB type B connector on the rear panel of the PS-1. With the USB interface, you will need to download the appropriate virtual comm port drivers.

Currently, these interfaces can be used to read the PS-1 settings, read/monitor the PS-1 measurements (such as output voltage and output current), set the output voltage and current limit, and to upgrade the PS-1 firmware. The latest firmware version will always be available on this website.