Ametek Sorensen Asterion DC ASM, Programming Manual

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Asterion DC Multioutput Series
Programming Manual
M330517-01 Rev C 7-37
Remote Programming Via IEEE 488.2 GPIB
connector
7.2.1
Address Selection
GPIB address for unit can be (1-30). SCPI reserves channel 0 as the global channel to
address all channels.
Asterion DC Multioutput power supply
’s GPIB address can be configured by using the
front panel menu, Refer to Figure 7-2. To navigate to GPIB screen, go to Home
→
Control
Interface
→
GPIB.
Figure 7-2: GPIB Screen
7.2.2
Power-On GPIB Service Request (PON SRQ) Selection
PON SRQ can be enable using the front panel menu, see Figure 7-2. When PON SRQ is
enabled, a GPIB service request will be sent by the power supply to the computer
controller on Power ON.
7.2.3
Shield Ground
Connects GPIB cable shield to chassis ground.
7.2.4
IEEE 488.2 GPIB Setup Procedure
1. Set the GPIB address via the front panel menu, see Figure 7-2.
2. Connect GPIB cable from the controlling computer to the Asterion DC Multioutput
Series power supply.
NOTE: If operating in an inherently noisy environment, e.g., high RF or other
radiated emissions, a double-shielded GPIB cable is recommended.
3. Connect power to the unit and turn on the unit.
4. Using a GPIB communication software, test the communication interface by issuing
the *IDN? Command. This returns the supply’s model, serial numbers, and software
version(s). This command does not affect the output of the supply.