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diff --git a/bin/kaxxxxp-viewer b/bin/korad-logger index 742d6af..84d9483 100755 --- a/bin/kaxxxxp-viewer +++ b/bin/korad-logger @@ -5,22 +5,27 @@ # # SPDX-License-Identifier: GPL-2.0-or-later -"""kaxxxxp-viewer - Data Logger and Viewer for KAxxxxP power supplies +"""korad-logger - Data Logger and Controller for Korad KAxxxxP power supplies DESCRIPTION -kaxxxxp-viewer logs voltage and current readings provided by a KAxxxxP power supply -with serial/USB interface, sold under brands such as Korad or RND Lab. -Measurements can be taken directly (by specifying <measurement duration> in seconds) -or loaded from a logfile using --load <file>. Data can be plotted or aggregated on stdout. +korad-logger logs voltage and current readings provided by a KAxxxxP power +supply with serial/USB interface, sold under brands such as Korad or RND Lab. +It is also capable of performing simple control tasks, such as stepping through +voltage/current slopes for automated I-V curve measurements. Measurements can +be taken directly (by specifying <measurement duration> in seconds) or loaded +from a logfile using --load <file>. Data can be plotted or aggregated on stdout. WARNING -The power supply's serial communication protocol is supports both read and write -operations. Communication errors or bugs may cause the power supply to set an -incompatible voltage or current limit, which may result in damaged equipment or -fire. By using this software, you acknowledge that you are aware of these risks -and the following disclaimer. +The KAxxxxP serial interface supports both reading current/voltage +data and writing current/voltage limits. korad-logger uses these to change +PSU attributes at runtime, if requested. The serial protocol does not use +checksums or similar mechanisms, so communication errors or bugs may cause the +power supply to receive a write command with an arbitrary voltage or current +value. This may result in damaged equipment, fire, or other harm. By using +this software, you acknowledge that you are aware of these risks and the +following disclaimer. This software is provided by the copyright holders and contributors "as is" and any express or implied warranties, including, but not limited to, the implied |