Operating the Meter Using the Computer Interface

5

Computer Interface Command Set

RS-232 Remote/Local Configurations

The commands in Table 5-18are used with the RS-232 interface to set up the Remote/ Local configuration of the meter. These commands are valid only when the RS-232 interface is enabled.

Command

REMS

RWLS

LOCS

LWLS

Table 5-18. Remote/Local Configuration Commands

Description

Puts the meter into the IEEE-488 REMS state, i.e., IEEE-488 remote operating mode without front panel lockout. "REMOTE" is shown on the display.

When in the IEEE-488 REMS state (remote): pressing S (LOCAL) returns the meter to local (i.e., front panel) control; pressing Ttriggers a measurement if external triggering is enabled. All other front panel buttons are disabled.

Puts the meter in the IEEE-488 RWLS state, i.e., IEEE-488 remote operating mode with front panel lockout. "REMOTE" is shown on the display. When in RWLS, all front panel buttons are disabled.

Puts the meter in the IEEE-488 LOOS state, i.e., local operating mode without lockout. All front panel buttons are enabled.

Puts the meter in the IEEE-488 LWLS state, i.e., local operating mode lockout. All front panel buttons are disabled.

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