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Selecting a language
Choose one of three languages to program the Model 2000 multimeter:
• SCPI (Signal Oriented Measurement Commands)
• Keithley Models 196/199 Digital Multimeter
• Fluke Model 8840A/8842A Digital Multimeter
The factory sets the language selection as SCPI.
You only can select a programming language from the front panel. The language selection is
stored in non-volatile memory, which means it does not change when power has been off or after
a remote interface reset.
Table 4-1 shows the languages supported by the two available interfaces:
As you make your language selection, keep in mind that the language you select determines
the remote operations allowed.
To select a programming language, follow these steps:
1. Access the GPIB configuration options by pressing SHIFT then GPIB.
You see
GPIB:ON
with GPIB blinking.
2. Select the language configuration option by pressing the ENTER key twice.
You see:
LANG:<name>
3. Move to the language selection field by pressing the key.
4. Select the programming language you want by pressing the
▼
or
▲
key until you see the
appropriate language.
The menu scrolls through these choices: SCPI, 199 (Keithley Models 196/199), and
8842 (Fluke Model 8840A/8842A).
5. Confirm your selection by pressing ENTER. The multimeter returns to the measurement
mode.
Table 4-1
Language support
Language GPIB RS-232
SCPI
Keithley Models 196/199
Fluke Model 8840A/8842A Yes
Yes
Yes Yes
No
No
4-4 Remote Operation