EXTERNAL CAVITY TUNABLE LD LIGHT SOURCE ECL-210
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Communication Interfaces
CAUTION
The ECL-210 supports both GPIB and RS-232C communication protocols. This enables remote
operation of the device, and integration in automated test and measurement systems. Although the two
protocols are fundamentally different the core control commands are the same.
8-1. GPIB Control
A standard GPIB delta connector is used. Connections should be made using IEEE-488 compatible
cables.
The GPIB protocol requires each device connected to the data bus to have a unique address. The ECL-210
allows addresses to be set in the range 00 to 30. The factory default setting is 01.
To enter the GPIB Address Setting Mode or to check the address that has been set press the SHIFT key
followed by the Local key. The current GPIB Address will be displayed. To exit the Address Setting
Mode without changing the address press the Local key twice in succession. To change the GPIB
Address type in the required value using the number keypad. The address is saved by pressing the Local
key twice in succession.
When GPIB remote control is active the 'Remote LED' on the front panel will be lit. Control is returned
to the front panel by pressing the Local key on the front panel. The GPIB Local Lockout command
(LLO) can be issued to prevent operation of the front panel Local key. In Visual Basic this command is
issued using the 'Call SendLLO(0)' code. When the Local Lockout command has been issued control
can only be returned to the front panel using the GPIB Interface Clear command (IFC). In Visual Basic
this is issued as 'Call SendIFC(0)' where '0' is the GPIB interface number.
Please ensure the power to the unit is turned off before connecting or disconnecting either the GPIB
or RS-232C interfaces.
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