Using IO Interfaces

Using GPIB

Connect a GPIB interface cable between the signal generator and the computer. (The following table lists cable part numbers.)

Model

10833A

10833B

10833C

10833D

10833F

10833G

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Length

1 meter

2 meters

4 meters

.5 meter

6 meters

8 meters

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Verify GPIB Functionality

To verify GPIB functionality, use the VISA Assistant, available with the Agilent IO Library or the Getting Started Wizard available with the National Instrument IO Library. These utility programs enable you to communicate with the signal generator and verify its operation over GPIB. For information and instructions on running these programs, refer to the Help menu available in each utility.

If You Have Problems

1.Verify that the signal generator’s address matches the address declared in the program (example programs in Chapter 2 use address 19).

2.Remove all other instruments connected via GPIB and rerun the program.

3.Verify that the GPIB card’s name or id number matches the GPIB name or id number configured for your PC.

GPIB Interface Terms

An instrument that is part of a GPIB network is categorized as a listener, talker, or controller, depending on its current function in the network.

listener

A listener is a device capable of receiving data or commands from other

 

instruments. Several instruments in the GPIB network can be listeners

 

simultaneously.

talker

A talker is a device capable of transmitting data. To avoid confusion, a GPIB

 

system allows only one device at a time to be an active talker.

controller

A controller, typically a computer, can specify the talker and listeners (including

 

itself) for an information transfer. Only one device at a time can be an active

 

controller.

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