Connection
Chapter 2
GPIB-140 User Manual
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a.
Remove the caps on the connectors.
b.
Align the notch on each cable connector to the slot on th e side panel connector.
c.
Firmly push in the cable connector and rotate clockwise until the sleeve locks on
to the side notch of the side panel connector.
GPIB-140 or
GPIB-140/2
GPIB-140 or
GPIB-140/2
Fiber Optic Cable
T
TRANS
RCVR
TRANS
RCVR
T
R
R
Figure 2-2. GPIB Extenders with Fiber Optic Cable Connected
3.
Connect a GPIB cable to each GPIB extender and tighten the thumb screws on the
connector. Connect the other end to your GPIB system. Be sure to follow all
IEEE 488.1 cabling restrictions. Refer to the Configuration Requirements section of
Appendix A, Operation of the GPIB, for typical restrictions.
4. Plug the utility power cord of each GPIB extender into an AC outlet of the correct
voltage. Then plug the other end of the power cord into the GPIB-140.
Step 2. Switch On Your GPIB Extender
Power on each GPIB extender. The POWER LED should come on immediately. The
LINK LED comes on only when both extenders are on and the fiber optic cable has been
properly connected between them.
If the POWER LED does not come on immediately, check to make sure that power is
supplied to the extender.