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7.3 Remote Control Capabilities
7.3.1 User-defined Programming
Users can use SCPI commands to program and control the analyzer. For details, refer to the
introductions in “
Programming Examples
”.
7.3.2 Send SCPI Commands via NI MAX
Users can control the analyzer remotely by sending SCPI commands via NI-MAX software. NI_MAX is
National Instruments Measurement and Automation Explorer. It is an executable program that enables
easy communication to troubleshoot issues with instrumentation.
7.3.2.1
Using USB
Run NI MAX software.
1.
Click “Device and interface” at the upper left corner of the software;
2.
Find the “USBTMC” device symbol
3.
Click “Open VISA Test Panel” option button, then the following interface will appear.
4.
Click the “Input/Output” option button and click the “Query” option button in order to view the
operation information.
Note:
The
“*IDN?” command (known as the Identification Query) returns the instrument manufacturer,
instrument model, serial number, and other identification information.