Hioki SM7860 Series, Instruction Manual

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Changing the Interface
The mark 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
: GP-IB interface only
RS-232C
: RS-232C interface only
Before communicating
When connecting a GP-IB or RS-232 cable, be sure to secure the connector in place with screws or other
appropriate hardware.
When issuing commands that contain data, make sure that the data is provided in the specified format.
1
Connect the cable. (p. 26)
Connect the device and controller (PC etc.) with a GP-IB connection cable or RS-232C interface
cable.
2
Set the communications protocol.
GP-IB Enter a GP-IB address. (p. 27)
RS-232C Set the device to the same communications protocol as the controller (PC etc.).
(p. 28)
3
Set the transmission format.
3.1 Overview and Features of the Interfaces
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.
GP-IB
This device is designed with reference to the following standard:
Reference standard IEEE 488.1-1987
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