Step 2: Open And Name The File - HP 3563A Operating Manual

2:
Step Open and Name the File
When CREATE THRUPT is pressed, the HP 3563A opens a throughput file, shifts into the alpha
mode, and allows you to enter the name for the file. When a file is opened, its size is set to the
current value of THRUPT SIZE. The default name for the file (explained later in this chapter) is
"THRUPUT". If the file name is not critical, opening a file called "TH RUPUT" saves you some
keystrokes hecause this is the default active file name. In the alpha mode, front panel keys are
converted to their blue labels, and the following menu is displayed:
ENTER
SPACE
FORWRD
SPACE
BACKWD
INSERT
ON OFF
DELETE
CHAR
CLEAR
UNE
CANCEL
ALPHA
Saves the current alpha entry, exits the alpha mode, and opens the file
on disc. The TALK and LISTEN indicators in the HP-IB group
alternately flash as data is put in the file.
Moves the cursor one space forward for editing. Use the ARROW keys
(in the ENTRY group) or the "BL" key to add blanks.
Moves the cursor one space backward without erasing any characters.
BACK SPACE.
To erase, use
When this is pressed ON, characters are inserted at the cursor position.
When it is OFF, new characters are written over existing ones.
Deletes the character at the cursor position.
Clears the entry from the cursor to the end of the line. This does not
exit the alpha mode.
Clears the current entry and exits the alpha mode. The file cannot be
opened until a valid name is entered.
Time Throughput
Opening a Throughput File
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