3 Using the HP E1432A
Introduction
What is VXIplug&play? 3-3
Overview
VXIplug&play drivers
Manufacturer and model codes
The Soft Front Panel (SFP)
Header and Library Files 3-6
Channels and groups 3-7
Channel Groups
Initialization
Creating a Channel Group
Input, Source, and Tach Channels
Multiple-module/mainframe Measurements 3-9
Grouping of Channels/Modules
Possible Trigger Line Conflict
Managing
Synchronization in
Module Features 3-15
Data Flow Diagram and FIFO Architecture
Base Sample Rates
Measurement Process 3-20
Measurement Setup and Control
Parameter Settings
Measurement Initiation
Measurement Loop
Arm and Trigger
HP E1432A Triggering.
Trigger Level
Data Transfer Modes
HP E1432A Interrupt Behavior 3-29
Data Gating
HP E1432A Parameters
New features of the HP E1432A/HP E1433A software 3-33 Auto range 3-33
Averaging
Continuous
Fast span or range change
Time arming
Weighting filters (HP E1433A only)
Zoom (HP E1432A only)
Zoom (for the Arbitrary Source, option 1D4)
Where to get more information 3-35
The Function Reference for VXIplug&play
The Function Reference for the Host Interface Library
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