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To Configure the Remote Interface
In 3488 mode, the instrument can communicate with a computer over
the GPIB interface. When shipped from the factory, the GPIB interface is
selected and its address is set to "9".
Note
The RS-232 interface can be configured and used only in SCPI mode.
GPIB Interface
Each device on the GPIB interface must have a unique address.
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To set the GPIB interface:
1. Press the Menu key. The CONFIG annunciator lights up and the
2. Turn the knob to select "INTERFACE" in the menu.
3. Press Enter to show the second level menu The active interface is
When shipped from the factory, the GPIB interface is selected and its
address is set to "9". The GPIB address of the instrument can be set to
any value between 0 and 30.
The GPIB address is stored in non-volatile memory, and does not
change when the instrument is turned off or reset.
Switching between SCPI mode and 3488A mode causes the
3499A/B/C to select the GPIB interface and its address setting.
first level menu is shown.
CARD PAIR
INTERFACE
shown. If necessary, turn the knob until "GPIB/488" is displayed.
GPIB/488
Chapter 2 Front-Panel Operation
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