Remote Interface Setup | Preparation for Use |
2-8 Remote Interface Setup
Most of the MS278XB functions (except power on/off and initialization of the hard disk) can be controlled remotely by an external computer/controller via the
GPIB Setup
The MS278XB GPIB operates with any IBM® PC compatible computer/controller equipped with a National Instruments®
GPIB Interface Connection
Connect your external controller to the IEEE 488.2 GPIB interface connector on the rear panel as shown in Figure
Figure 2-11. GPIB Interface Connection
The GPIB system can accommodate up to 15 devices at any one time. To achieve maximum performance on the bus, proper timing and voltage level relationships must be maintained. If either the cable length between separate instruments or the accumulated cable length between all instruments is too long, the data and control lines cannot be driven properly and the system may fail to perform. The following guidelines should be observed:
•No more than 15 instruments may be installed on the bus (including the controller).
•Total accumulative cable length (in meters) may not exceed two times the number of bus instruments or 20
•Individual cable length should not exceed 4 meters.
•2/3 of the devices must be powered on.
•Devices should not be powered on while the bus is in operation (that is; actively sending or receiving messages, data, etc.).
•Minimize cable lengths to achieve maximum data transfer rates.
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