3.1 Overview and Features
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The symbol shown below indicates that the following instructions are specific to
the RS-232C or the GP-IB interface. Instructions without these symbols are for
both the RS-232C and the GP-IB interface.
: GP-IB only
: RS-232C only
Before Use
• Always make use of the connector screws to affix the GP-IB or RS-232C con-
nectors.
• When issuing commands that contain data, make certain that the data is pro-
vided in the specified format.
The device provides standard communication functionality in the form of GP-IB
and RS-232C interfaces, both of which can be used to control the device
remotely and to transfer data.
• This device is designed with reference to the following standard:
Reference standard IEEE 488.1-1987
Communication
(GP-IB/RS-232C Interface)
Chapter 3
Wiring Diagram (
Connect the device and Control-
ler with a GP-IB or RS-232C
Interface Cable
Communications Protocol Settings
Enter a GP-IB address.
Set the device to the same
communications protocol as
the controller
Set the transmission format.
3.1
Overview and Features
