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GPIB Remote Interface
Configuration
To use GPIB, the optional GPIB option (GW Instek part number:
Option 1) must be installed. This is a factory installed option and
cannot be installed by the end-user. Only one GPIB address can be
used at a time.
Configure GPIB
1.
Ensure the PPX is off before proceeding.
2.
Connect the GPIB cable (GW Instek part
number: GTL-258) from a GPIB controller to the
GPIB port on the PPX.
3.
Turn the PPX on.
4.
Set the GPIB Address setting per
application.
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5.
The indicator will be shown when a remote
connection has been established.
Remote
Control
indicator
GPIB constraints
Maximum 15 devices altogether, 20m cable
length, 2m between each device
Unique address assigned to each device
At least 2/3 of the devices turned On
No loop or parallel connection