Section 3: Functions and features
Model DMM7510 7½ Digit Graphical Sampling Multimeter Reference Manual
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DMM7510-901-01 Rev. B / May 2015
Item Description
Notes
1
Controller
Optional. A computer is not needed for stand-
alone systems.
2
Communication connection
Optional. Connection from controller to the master
node through GPIB, LAN, or USB. Details about
these computer communication connections are
described in Remote communications interfaces.
3
Nodes
You can have up to 32 nodes on the TSP-Link
system. Each node must have a unique node
number from 1 to 64.
4
LAN crossover cable
Type 5e category or higher; 3 meters (9.8 feet)
maximum between nodes. Available from Keithley
Instruments (Model CA-180-3A).
5
TSP-Link connections
Each instrument has two TSP-Link connectors.
You can make the connection to either TSP-Link
connection.
TSP-Link nodes
Each instrument or enclosure attached to the TSP-Link expansion interface is called a node. Each
node must be identified with a unique node number. This identification is called a TSP-Link node
number.
An individual node is accessed as
node[
N
]
, where
N
is the node number assigned to the node. You
can access all TSP-accessible remote commands as elements of the specific node. The following
attributes are examples of items you can access:
•
node[
N
].model
: The product model number of the node.
•
node[
N
].version
: The product version of the node.
•
node[
N
].serialno
: The product serial number of the node.
Assigning node numbers
Each Model DMM7510 instrument is initially assigned as node 2. You can assign node numbers from
1 to 64. However, the system can only include 32 physical nodes.
The node number for each instrument is stored in its nonvolatile memory and remains in storage
when the instrument is turned off.
You can assign a node number to an instrument using the front panel or by using a remote command.
To assign a node number using the front panel:
1. Press the
MENU
key.
2. Under System, select
Communication
. The SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONS window opens.
3. Select the
TSP-Link
tab.
4. Next to Node, set the TSP-Link address for this instrument.
