AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light (APM21 Light)

AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light (APM21 Light)
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Brand: AKTAKOM
Compatible with: 
APS-1602LS DC Power Supply 60V / 2A 1 Channel
APS-1721L DC Power Supply 120V / 1A 1 Channel
APS-1721LS DC Power Supply 120V / 1A 1 Channel
APS-3103L DC Power Supply Remote Controlled 120V / 3A 1 channel programmable
APS-3320L DC Power Supply Remote Controlled 30V / 20A 1 Channel programmable
APS-3320LS DC Power Supply Remote Controlled 30V / 20A 1 Channel programmable
APS-7303L DC Power Supply Remote controlled from your iPad or Android 90W 30V / 3A 1 channel programmable
APS-7305L DC Power Supply Remote controlled from your iPad or Android 150W 30V / 5A 1 channel programmable
APS-7306L DC Programmable Power Supply
APS-7306LS DC Programmable Power Supply

For Windows®
Supported OS: Windows XP x32, Windows XP x64, Windows 7 x32, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8 x32, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1 x32, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 x32, Windows 10 x64
Version: 1.0.1.2

Free for registered users 

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AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light software is designed to remotely control compatible AKTAKOM power supplies with USB or LAN interface.

AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light software provides control of output voltage and current in arbitrary (manual) mode as well as external trigger function (synchronization for APS-xxxxLS models). This version of the software does not require license keys and starts immediately after installation.

Software Specification

Connection, communication USB, LAN
Load voltage indication Yes
Load current indication Yes
Load power indication No
Indication of operation under load No
Operating mode indication CV / CC
Digital input of voltage and current values Yes
Regulator for entering voltage and current values Horizontal - Sliding
Output on/off button Yes
Preset fixed voltage values No
Preset fixed current values No
Voice guide No
Activate remote control mode Any first command sent from a PC to a power supply using USB or LAN
Switch to manual control mode "Res" command sent from a software or turn the power supply off and on
Displaying the history of load voltage and current values No
Work according to a given schedule of current and voltage values No
Saving and importing current and voltage schedules No
Current time clock On / Off
Button names On / Off
Help Yes
Language support EN, ES
News On / Off

Standard package

The software in the standard package of the device has no physical media (CD) and can be downloaded at www.tmatlantic.com after the purchasing and registering the equipment with a serial number. This software is not free however its cost is included into device value.

Control via PC using Aktakom Power Manager 21 Light

Controlling AKTAKOM power supplies via USB is convenient if the devices are at a short distance, for example, on the same table as the operator. If the distance is greater (in another room, laboratory, or even further away), it is convenient to use control via the LAN interface.

Upon first turning on the AKTAKOM Power Supplies, it is recommended to use USB interface control. This will allow you to set up network settings (used in your laboratory) for LAN interface application (see below).

Main program window view:

APM21 Light
Pic 1 Main program window view

You need to turn on the device and connect it to the computer using a USB cable (see Pic 2).

USB connection
Pic 2 USB connection

When the application is running the Power Supply connection window will open (see Pic 3).


Pic 3 Connection window

In the connection window, simply click OK (with the interface switch set to USB), and the device will be automatically detected and connected. The device's name and serial number will be visible in the connection block. USB connection is complete, and you can now control the device. Manual control of the device (from the front panel) will be disabled. To return to manual control (from the front panel), you need to turn off the device using the power switch on the front panel (see Pic 4).


Pic 4 Connection block

After connecting the AKTAKOM power supply, the LED (on the top frame of the indicator) will blink red (this indicates USB remote control mode) (see Pic 5).


Pic 5 USB remote control mode

The voltage indicator shows a zero value (corresponding to the voltage at the output of the power supply), and this value will not change when entering or setting the output voltage value in the 'Control' block.

The voltage indicator will display the set output voltage value after pressing the 'Output' button.

The current indicator shows the set current value. This value will change when modifying or setting the output current value in the 'Control' block. This set value represents the current limit at which the AKTAKOM power supply will switch from CV (constant voltage) mode to CC (current limiting) mode. After pressing the 'Output' button, the current indicator will display the actual output current of the AKTAKOM Power Supply.

If you need to disable advertisements, you can click the AKTAKOM icon (see Pic 6).


Pic 6 Advertisements disabled

To configure the AKTAKOM power supply for LAN interface connection, you first need to set up the network parameters for the future LAN connection using a USB connection. To do this, in the 'Power supply connect' window (opened by clicking the 'Connect' button) (see Pic 7), you need to:

  1. Select the interface type as LAN (the background color of the window will change to green),
  2. Enter the network connection parameters used in your subnet (IP address (IPv4), Subnet mask, Gateway).

It is not recommended to change the Port parameter value.

The parameters visible in this window (including Login and Password) at the initial power-on of the device are the factory default settings. The network settings entered in the 'Power supply connect' window need to be saved to the AKTAKOM power supply by pressing the 'Write LAN option to Power supply' button. If you continue working via USB, there is no need to press the OK button.


Pic 7 LAN remote control mode

To connect the AKTAKOM power supply via the LAN interface (after entering the network settings as described earlier), you need to connect the LAN cable to the AKTAKOM power supply (Pic 8) and disconnect the USB cable from the PC.

LAN connection
Pic 8 LAN connection

After connecting the AKTAKOM power supply to the LAN, you need to open the 'Power supply connect' window, check the correctness of the network settings (including Login and Password), and press the OK button. The connection status will be displayed in the main program window, in the 'Connection Status' block (Pic 9).


Pic 9 Main program window when connecting the AKTAKOM power supply via the LAN interface

Select the necessary interface type (USB or LAN), enter the settings for the network connection (IP address (IPv4), Subnet mask, Gateway) and press OK button to connect to the power supply. You will see the connection state in the main program window, "Connection state" block.


Pic 10 LAN remote control mode

In case of successful connection the program will remember the settings and next time it will try to use them to reconnect to the device.

To restore the connection break in the program operation click "Connect" button in the main window. Also use this window to record the network settings to the power supply memory. To do this open "Connection" window after the device connection via USB, enter the necessary settings in IP, port, login fields and click "Write LAN options to power supply." When recording you will need to enter a password (see Pic 11).


Pic 11 Password box

To change the password check box "Replace password to new".

After the device connection its current state will be displayed in Measurements block.

Constant voltage and current mode is controlled by the elements of Control block. To switch on/off the output use Exit key.

Synchronization function allows you to trigger power supply output on and off using an external signal (for AKTAKOM APS-XXXXLS power supplies only).

This software allows to use different trigger types:

  • No. Synchronization is not used.
  • Rise. The device outputs switch their state when there is a transition detected from the lower state of the synchronization line to the upper one.
  • Fall. The device outputs switch their state when there is a transition detected from the upper state of the synchronization line to the lower one.
  • Any. The device outputs switch their state when there is any transition detected on the synchronization line – from the lower state to the upper one and vice versa.

Restart:

  • Continue. Multiple mode. After processing the detected synchronization event the startup system returns to the start waiting state.
  • Single mode. After processing the detected synchronization event the startup system stops operating. To switch it to the start waiting state press the restart key.

Counter:

It is used in multiple mode ("Continue"). If set to zero the synchronization is restarted an unlimited number of times. If set to the number greater than zero the synchronization is restarted the specified number of times and thereafter it turns off as in a single mode.

Synchronization state indicator:

  • Grey color. The synchronization system is off.
  • Yellow color. The synchronization system is in the start waiting state
  • Green color. The synchronization system has detected a start event and sent a start command.
  • Red color. The synchronization system is stopped and requires the user’s command to process the next start event.

Note:

Disable outputs key (see below) has priority over the synchronization settings. When the output is allowed (the key is pressed), the synchronization will control the outputs state, but if it is disabled (the key is released, off), the outputs will be always disabled regardless of the synchronization state.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is a license key needed to work with this program
  • What are the advantages of APM21 Pro vs Light?
  • How to install AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light software?
  • Can I get my software on a CD?

  • Is a license key needed to work with this program

    License key is not needed to work with this program
    And the program does not ask for it.
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    What are the advantages of APM21 Pro vs Light?

    We have added a number of new features to AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Pro, trying to keep it simple and easy to use.

    Template management

    AKTAKOM laboratory power supplies can supply current with arbitrary parameters precisely set by the user, but in practice a number of parameters with fixed values are most often used - 1.5 Volts, 3.3, 9, 12 ... In APM21 Pro, you can make a list of your "favorite" values in advance voltage and current and then set them to the device with one click.

    Command list management

    Another important property of our power supplies is the ability to dynamically change the current output parameters. APM21 Pro can do this automatically. Set a list of commands to the device in advance, specifying the necessary parameters and time, save the list to a file and run it for automatic execution when you need it.

    Customizable user interface

    In addition to additional ways to control the device, the main window of the program also has a graph displaying the history of measurements received from the device. All this may seem redundant and cluttering for someone who plans to use the source for simple standard tasks. In this case, you can customize the user interface in a way that is convenient for you: hide and collapse all the blocks you don’t need with special buttons and leave only the ones you need.

    Saving data

    If your lab's power supply is used for research, you may need to review instrument operation later. Therefore, we saved the history of events (displayed in the Protocol window) and measurement data (displayed on the graph in the main window) to a file.


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    How to install AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light software?

    To install AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light run APM21Lt_Setup.exe and follow the installer instructions:

    Click "Install", the installation process will be launched.


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    Can I get my software on a CD?

    The software can be delivered on physical media (CD-ROM). You can buy this service in our on-line store. The cost of writing your software on CD is $10 + tax (if you located in Florida) + shipping. It will be mailed to you after payment is received. The $10 charge is not for the software but the labor of writing on the CD and mailing it to you.

    Please note: this service is available only for purchased and registered instruments and software.

    Recording your Software on CD


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    Las fuentes de alimentación controladas de la serie AKTAKOM APS-XXXX están diseñadas para suministrar a los dispositivos inalámbricos voltaje o corriente estabilizada durante los procesos de depuración, reparación e investigación de laboratorio en términos de clima templado.

    El programa AKTAKOM Power Manager 21 Light está diseñado para trabajar con uno de los siguientes modelos de fuente de alimentación controlada:

    • Fuente de alimentación APS-7303L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-1721 con opción LS
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-3610L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-3103L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-3310L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-3605L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-1721L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-1602L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-1503L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-7305L
    • Fuente de alimentación de control remoto APS-7612L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-3320L
    • Fuente de alimentación con control remoto APS-3605L con opción de sincronización externa (S)
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-3310L con opción de sincronización externa (S)
    • Fuente de alimentación con control remoto APS-3320L con opción de sincronización externa (S)
    • Fuente de alimentación con control remoto APS-3103L con opción de sincronización externa (S)
    • Fuente de alimentación con control remoto APS-3610L con opción de sincronización externa (S)
    • Fuente de alimentación de control remoto APS-7306L
    • Fuente de alimentación APS-7306LS con control remoto y sincronización externa

    Requisitos del PC

    La computadora utilizada para operar el instrumento debe cumplir con los siguientes requisitos mínimos:

    • 1 puerto USB libre;
    • sistema operativo instalado Windows XP o superior;
    • .NET Framework 4.0 o superior instalado.

    Instalación de hardware

    Para instalar el dispositivo primeramente apáguelo, conecte el conector USB del ordenador al conector correspondiente de la fuente de alimentación controlada mediante un cable USB A-B (Dibujo 1).

    Dibujo 1

    Busque y ejecute el instalador y siga sus instrucciones.

    Al final del proceso de instalación, se creará un grupo de programas con accesos directos para el programa y para el sistema de ayuda. Puede iniciarlos usando el menú de inicio. El controlador USB debe estar instalado antes de usar el instrumento. Al instalar el software, los archivos necesarios para esto se colocarán en la carpeta de trabajo del programa en la subcarpeta Driver, luego de lo cual el instalador ofrecerá instalar el controlador automáticamente (Dibujo 2a).

    Dibujo 2a

    Nota: Si anteriormente había estado instalado el programa y por consiguiente el Driver, entonces no es necesario instalarlo de nuevo, no marcar la casilla (Dibujo 2b).

    Dibujo 2b

    Si se negó a instalar automáticamente el controlador o falló por algún motivo, puede instalarlo más tarde manualmente.

    Descripción del trabajo con el programa

    Ventana principal del programa (Dibujo 3):

    Dibujo 3

    APM21 Light

    Cuando se inicia la aplicación, se abre el cuadro de diálogo de conexión de la fuente de alimentación (Dibujo 4):

    Dibujo 4

    Seleccione el tipo de interfaz requerido (USB o LAN), ingrese la configuración para la conexión de red (IP, puerto, inicio de sesión) y presione el botón OK para conectarse a la fuente de alimentación.

    Verá el resultado de la conexión en la ventana principal del programa, en el bloque "Estado de la conexión".

    Si la conexión es exitosa, el programa recordará la configuración y la próxima vez que se inicie intentará usarla para volver a conectarse automáticamente al dispositivo.

    Para restaurar la conexión después de una interrupción mientras el programa se está ejecutando, haga clic en el botón "Conectar" en la ventana principal. Utilice también este cuadro de diálogo para escribir la configuración de red en la memoria de la fuente de alimentación. Para hacer esto, después de conectarse al dispositivo a través de USB, abra el cuadro de diálogo "Conexión", ingrese la configuración requerida en los campos IP, puerto, inicio de sesión y haga clic en el botón "Escribir configuración LAN en la fuente de alimentación". Al grabar, deberá ingresar una contraseña (Dibujo 5).

    Dibujo 5

    Utilice ANC Aktakom Net Configurator para cambiar la contraseña y registrar configuraciones de red adicionales.

    Después de conectarse al dispositivo, su estado actual se mostrará en el bloque de Medidas.

    La tensión y la corriente de estabilización están controladas por los elementos de la Unidad de control. Encendido y apagado de la salida mediante el botón Salir.

    El bloque de Sincronización le permite utilizar las capacidades de entrada de sincronización para los modelos de instrumentos equipados con él.

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