Rs-232 Interface Commands - Agilent Technologies 34420A User Manual

Chapter 4 Remote Interface Reference

RS-232 Interface Commands

RS-232 Interface Commands
SYSTem:LOCal
This command places the meter in the local mode during
RS-232
operation. All keys on the front panel are fully functional.
SYSTem:REMote
This command places the meter in the remote mode during RS-232
operation. All keys on the front panel except the LOCAL key are
disabled. You MUST send this command before any other RS-232
command can be received.
SYSTem:RWLock
This command places the meter in the remote mode during RS-232
operation. All keys on the front panel are disabled, including the LOCAL
key.
Sending or receiving data over the RS-232 interface when not configured
C a u t i o n
for REMOTE operation can cause unpredictable results. Always make
sure the meter is configured for remote operation when using the RS-232
interface.
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