
SSG5000A Programming Guide 9
Build Communication Using Sockets
LAN communication using Sockets uses the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) layer that is included with many operating systems. A socket is a fundamental technology
used for computer networking and allows applications to communicate using standard mechanisms
built into network hardware and operating systems. The method accesses a port on the signal
generator from which bidirectional communication with a network computer can be established.
Unlike VISA, this technique uses currently available resources and doesn’t require additional
software/ hardware to run.
Before you can use sockets, you must select the signal generator socket port number to use:
⚫
Standard mode. Available on port 5025. Use this port for simple programming.
⚫
Telnet mode. The telnet SCPI service is available on port 5024.
Connecting the signal generator via the USB Host port
Refer to the following steps to finish the connection via USB:
1.
Install NI-VISA on your PC for GPIB driver.
2.
Connect the signal generator USB Host port to a PC’s GPIB card port, with SIGLENT USB-
GPIB adaptor.
3.
Switch on the signal generator.
4.
Press button on the front panel
System
→ Interface → GPIB to enter the GPIB number.
The signal generator will be detected automatically as a new GPIB point.
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