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1.2 Connecting the GP-IB Cable
1.2 Connecting the GP-IB Cable
GP-IB Cable
Connection Procedure
Precautions to Be Taken When Connecting Cables
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The GP-IB connector used on this instrument is a 24-pin connector that conforms to the
IEEE St'd 488-1978. Use a GP-IB cable that conforms to this standard.
Connect the cable as shown below.
GP-IB cable
• Firmly tighten the screws on the GP-IB cable connector.
• Multiple devices can be connected to a single GP-IB system. However, no more than
15 devices (including the controller) can be connected to a single system.
• When connecting multiple devices, each device must have its own unique address.
• Use a cable of length 2 m or less for connecting the devices.
• Make sure the total cable length does not exceed 20 m.
• When communicating, have at least two-thirds of the devices turned ON.
• When connecting multiple devices, connect them in a star or linear configuration (see
the figure below). Loop and parallel configurations are not allowed.
GP-IB connector
IM 704510-17E
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