Hp-54600010203101516-series PROGRAMMER – Manual (PDF)

The manual for the Agilent 54600-Series Oscilloscopes provides detailed guidance on programming the oscilloscopes using an instrument controller, covering initialization, data capture, and analysis processes. It also includes troubleshooting information, such as interface configuration and command syntax, to ensure effective communication and operation of the oscilloscope via GPIB or RS-232-C interfaces.

Brand: Hp-54600010203101516-series
Model: PROGRAMMER
Type: manual
File size: 623.6 KB

Manual Overview

The HP-54600010203101516-series Programmer’s Guide provides detailed instructions for programming Agilent 54600-Series Oscilloscopes using a controller via GPIB or RS-232-C interfaces. The guide emphasizes the importance of proper initialization to ensure consistent performance, detailing the setup of the program, controller, and oscilloscope. Data capture is managed using the DIGITIZE command, which clears waveform buffers and initiates acquisition until specified criteria are met. This ensures data integrity by stopping acquisition once complete, allowing for accurate measurements and analysis. The guide also covers transferring data to a controller for further analysis using WAVEFORM commands. Error codes and diagnostics are not explicitly detailed in the source, but the guide includes chapters on programming considerations for both GPIB and RS-232-C interfaces, command syntax, and oscilloscope status registers. Additionally, it provides instructions for installing and navigating the Programmer’s Reference help file, which offers further command and query details.

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1 Manual Overview

2 Overview

3 Specifications

4 Controls & Indicators

5 Installation / Setup

6 Operation

7 Troubleshooting & Error Codes

8 Safety & Warnings

9 Overview

10 Specifications

11 Controls & Indicators