Edwards AGC Instruction Manual
Edwards AGC Instruction Manual

Edwards AGC Instruction Manual

Rs232 option

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Instruction Manual
Active Gauge Controller
RS232 Option
This is supplementary to the Active Gauge Controller Instructions D386-55-880
De scrip tion
AGC-SINGLE DISP, RS232, 3 HEAD
AGC-SINGLE DISP, RS232, 6 HEAD
AGC-SINGLE DISP, RS232, CM VER
AGC-TRIPLE DISP, RS232, 3 HEAD
AGC-TRIPLE DISP, RS232, 6 HEAD
AGC-TRIPLE DISP, RS232, CM VER
Manor Royal, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 2LW, UK
Telephone: +44 (0) 1293 528844 Fax: +44 (0) 1293 533453
http://www.bocedwards.com
Item Number
D386-52-000
D386-51-000
D386-50-000
D386-62-000
D386-61-000
D386-60-000
idealvac.com
(505)872-0037
idealvac.com
D386-52-880
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Summarization of Contents

INTRODUCTION
Scope of this manual
Provides installation and operation instructions for the Edwards Active Gauge Controller RS232 option.
General Introduction
Explains the AGC RS232 option's interface to micro-computers via serial link and menu tree structure.
INSTALLATION
General Installation Notes
States the RS232 option is factory fitted and refers to D386-55-880 for installation details.
RS232 Connectivity
Details connecting the AGC via the 9-way female D-type socket and the three-wire TX/RX/GND lead.
IBM Computer Interface and Hardware Signals
Covers IBM computer connection and hardware control signals (CTS/DTR) for reliable communication.
OPERATION
General Operation and RS232 Modes
Introduces RS232 capabilities, printer/query-command modes, and serial link setup.
Serial Communications Configuration
Details default settings, COMMS menu (Baud, Parity, Stop Bits) and Printer Mode Rate.
Printer Mode Operation
Explains automatic printout, data format, and command handling in printer mode (MODE 0).
Query-Command Mode and Interaction
Explains sending queries/commands, AGC responses, error messages, and user lockout.
Troubleshooting Serial Communications
Provides guidance on diagnosing and resolving serial communication problems and non-functional modes.
ACCESSORIES and SPARES
Cables
Lists available RS232 cable part numbers (D386-50-400, D386-50-500) and specifications.
Appendix C: RS232 Serial Port Errors
Printer Mode Errors (C1)
Lists error messages and their reasons encountered in printer mode (MODE 0), such as OFF, SRKING, AC ERR.
Query Command Errors (C2)
Lists error numbers and their reasons for query-command mode, covering invalid words, range errors, and format issues.
Appendix D: Queries
List of Queries (D1)
Provides a table of queries with mnemonic examples, syntax, and expected replies for various AGC functions.
Detailed Description of Queries (D2)
Explains specific queries like ?AC, ?AL, ?AP, ?AR, detailing their purpose, syntax, and return values.
Appendix E: Commands
List of Commands (E1)
Provides a table of commands with mnemonic examples, syntax, and parameters for controlling the AGC.
Detailed Description of Commands (E2)
Explains specific commands like !AC, !AP, !AR, !BA, detailing their syntax, parameters, and function.

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