Interface Operation
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Interface Operation
This chapter discusses the methods used to interface the 2000I and 2000M DC
power source instruments using the optional interface connectors RS-BAT and
IE-BAT. In general, operation of these instruments via an interface involves the
writing and reading of ASCII data to or from the instrument.
In both interfaces, the same characters are used for each command. The only dif-
ferences between these two interfaces are due to the physical characteristics and
the “built-in” commands; defined by the IEEE488 interface. In both instances, the
operation of the interface is completely disabled when the rear panel’s INTER-
FACE ENABLE
toggle switch is OFF or when a front panel operation, such as
baud rate or address selection, is not initiated.
Note:
Throughout this section, it is assumed that the user is fully conversant with
manual operation of the 2000 instrument.
RS232 Interface Option
The RS232 option enables the 2000 instruments to be controlled or interrogated
by any RS232 interfaced computer or terminal. A modem telephone link enables
control or interrogation to be performed remotely. Rates of 1200, 19,200 and
2400 baud may be selected. This interface is fully isolated from the analog circui-
try of the instruments for voltages of up to 500V.
When the RS-BAT interface is fitted in the instrument, an additional selection is
available when commanded by the MNU key.
Summary of Contents for Xitron 2000 Series
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