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2.6
USING THE CONFIGURATION PROGRAM
This section describes how to use the niconf_w.exe configuration program
but the directions apply to the other configuration programs.
1.
First copy the configuration program to a directory on your hard
drive as directed in 2.5.
2.
Connect the 4863 to the GPIB controller card in the PC as shown
in Figure 2-1. Plug the AC adapter plug into the DC jack in the
4863’s rear panel. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
or
Connect the 2363 to the COM port in the PC with a Serial Cable
(See Section 2.7). Plug the AC adapter plug into teh DC jack in the
4863’s rear panel. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
GPIB Bus Cable
AC Adapter
4863
GPIB Port
PC Computer
Figure 2-1 4863 Configuration Setup
3.
Turn the 4863/2363 Power switch on.. The PWR LED will come
on while the unit performs its self test. When the test is done, the
unit will blink its current address setting before turning on the RDY
LED.
4.
Double click on the niconf_w.exe or use the RUN command to start
the configuration program. The Main form or menu will appear.
5.
In the Model window, select the model you wish to configure. DOS
programs will display a list of model numbers. Enter the number