Model 458-AWGN2 Dual Output AWGN Generator Line Module
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3.0 Control
The Model 458-AWGN2 can be controlled three ways: via RS-232 and IEEE488 Remote
Commands, our GUI interface or the LCD display on the front panel of our 458-3SLB or 458-
CM.
Only information specific to the 458-AWGN2 is provided in this section. Refer to the 458-
3SLB or 458-CC-16/458-CM manuals for additional control information.
3.1 Remote Commands
3.1.1 RS-232 (Serial Port) Remote Commands
Set Noise Mode/Level Command Values:
SL:M:NOISE:CPE:V or SL:M:NOISE:CO:V
Where,
SL = set length
M = module (slot) number 01 – 16 (458-CM) or 01-03 (458-3SLB)
NOISE = noise mode
CPE or CO = set noise for CPE or CO side of loop
V = AWGN values allowed – OFF or -90.00 to -145.00 (in 0.25 dBm/Hz steps)
Examples :
SL:02:NOISE:CPE:-123.75 =
Set
CPE
noise source -123.75 dBm/Hz
SL:02:NOISE:CO:-95.00
=
Set
CO
noise source to -95.00 dBm/Hz
SL:02:NOISE:CPE:OFF
=
Set CPE noise source to off
SL:02:NOISE:CO:OFF
=
Set CO noise source to off
Note: Upper or lower case text may be used
