A" Model Software Does Not Run On "B" Models; Matrix Ready And External Trigger Lines; Switch Matrix Does Not Recognize My Card - Keithley 707B User Manual

Models 707B and 708B Switching Matrix User's Manual

"A" model software does not run on "B" models

Software that I used with my Model 707A or 708A does not run on the Model 707B or 708B.
What do I do?
Verify that DDC compatibility mode is enabled.
You can select one of two options when enabling Model 707A or 708A DDC compatibility mode:
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70xA-VERSION: This option most closely matches Model 707A or 708A operation. Use this
version if you are transferring applications directly from a Model 707A or 708A with few changes.
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70xB-VERSION: This options provides enhanced operation, including error checking and more
robust settling time operation. Use this version if you are updating existing applications.
To enable Model 707A or 708A DDC compatibility mode:
1. From the front panel, select MENU.
2. Select DDC.
3. Select ENABLE.
4. Select the version.
5. Press ENTER.
Cycle instrument power.
Review "Using Model 707A and 708A compatibility mode" in the Models 707B and 708B Reference
Manual for additional information. Also see "Migrating from Models 707A and 708A."

Matrix Ready and External Trigger lines

Does this model have Matrix Ready and External Trigger lines?
Yes, these signals appear on the digital I/O connector. For information on the digital I/O capabilities,
refer to "Controlling digital I/O lines" in the Model 707B or 708B Reference Manual. If you wish to use
a Model 707B or 708B in an existing Model 707A or 708A application, please refer to "Using Model
707A or 708A compatibility mode" in the Model 707B or 708B Reference Manual.

Switch matrix does not recognize my card

The Model 707B or 708B does not recognize my switch card. What do I do?
707B-900-01 Rev. A / August 2010
Section 7: Troubleshooting FAQs
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