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GPIB-140 User Manual
Chapter 2
Connection
This chapter describes how to connect the GPIB extender and verify that it is operating
properly.
Configure the DIP Switch
The 3-bit DIP switch selects the operation mode of the GPIB extender. Each GPIB
extender is shipped from the factory with the DIP switch set for unbuffered transfer
mode, latched parallel poll (PPR) response, and HS488 disabled mode. Figure 2-1 shows
the factory default setting of the DIP switch. Refer to Chapter 3, Configuration and
Operation, for information on setting the operating mode for your application.
OFF
ON
PARALLEL POLL IMMEDIATE
HS488 ENABLE
BUFFERED TRANSFER
Figure 2-1. DIP Switch Default Setting
Connect the Hardware
Step 1. Connect the Cables
Follow these steps to connect the cables to both GPIB extenders:
1. Make sure that the power switch on each GPIB extender is in the OFF position.
2.
Connect the fiber optic cable to both GPIB extenders. The fiber optic cable has two
connectors on each end. Connect the connector marked T (transmit) to the connector
marked TRANS on the side panel of the GPIB extender. Connect the connector
marked R (receive) to the connector marked RCVR on the side panel of the GPIB
extender.