Gpib Remote Control System; What Is Gpib; System Configuration - Agilent Technologies E5052A Programmer's Manual

GPIB Remote Control System

What is GPIB?

GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus) is an interface standard for connecting computers
and peripherals, and it supports the following international standards: IEEE 488.1,
IEC-625, IEEE 488.2, and JIS-C1901. The GPIB interface allows you to control the
Agilent E5052A from an external computer. The computer sends commands and
instructions to the E5052A and receives data sent from the E5052A via GPIB.

System configuration

Use GPIB cables to connect the E5052A to the external controller (computer) and
peripherals. Figure 2-1 shows an overview of the system configuration of the GPIB remote
control system.
Figure 2-1 Configuration of GPIB remote control system
NOTE
When the power of the E5052A is turned off, the SRQ signal of the built-in GPIB remains
active. With the power turned off, disconnect the GPIB remote control system and the
E5052A to prevent malfunction.
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Overview of Remote Control
GPIB Remote Control System
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