A&D Omniace RA2000 series, Instruction Manual

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2. Overview of Communication Control
Communication for RA2000 series (1WMPD4003507)
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2.4. Escape Sequence
► The [ESC]+1 character is used as a command. By using this
command the RA2000 operation/error information can be obtained.
This command cannot control settings and operation of the RA2000.
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Character code of [ESC] is 1Bh.
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Example of basic program
PRINT#MAD,CHR$(&H1B)+"Z"; (MAD= Line number)
In the Escape Sequence Command, a parameter or delimiter is not used.
[ESC]+’Z’ Go to Local
[ESC]+’R’ Communication buffer clear
[ESC]+’C’ Status output
Function Returns to the local state. The key control on the panel becomes valid.
Input Format [ESC]+’Z’ <1Bh> <5Ah>
Output Format None
Description Note that, if a delimiter is added (CR, LF, or others), the mode returns to the
remote again after going back to the local because of the delimiter detection.
Function Clears buffer for interface transmission/reception
Input Format [ESC]+’R’
Output Format None
Description When command transmission/reception becomes abnormal during
communication, or unnecessary data accumulates in the transmit/receive
buffer, it is possible to recover normal communication by initializing the
interface.
Function Outputs status (present status of the RA2000)
Input Format [ESC]+’C’
Output Format A1 (Delimiter)
A1 Outputs status (present status of the RA1000)
0 The RA1000 is not operating.
1 Recording or measurement is in progress. (includes real-time
filing)
2 Memory copy is in progress. (includes file save and load)
3 Paper feed is in progress.
4 List print is in progress.
5 Test print is in progress.
6 Other operation is in progress. (includes amp auto balance,
etc.)
Description