8.5Clear, Reset
The Clear and Reset modes can be controlled by using the commands. The followings describe the reply for the clear and reset operations.
(1) IFC (Interface clear)
Reply of the universal command (IFC) is listed below.
•Cancels specified talker and listener.
•GPIB buffer and waiting command remain as is.
•Remote control conditions remain as is.
•Front panel control settings remain as is.
(2)DCL, SDC (Device clear)
Reply of the universal command (DCL) and address command (SDC) are listed below.
•Clears the GPIB buffer and waiting command.
•Interface conditions (specified talker and listener conditions) is remained.
•Enables the remote control mode.
•Front panel control settings remain as is.
(3)Returning power on
When the power is turned on again, the following operation is performed.
•Cancels specified talker and listener.
•Clears the GPIB buffer and waiting command.
•Enables the local control mode.
•Displays the top screen regardless of the display before turning power off.
8.6REMOTE/LOCAL
The remote or local control mode can be selected by using the system controller and REMOTE key. Either remote or local control mode is always selected. Each status is described below.
(1)Local control mode
The local control mode is selected under the following conditions:
(a) Power is turned on. (Immediately after the instrument starts.)
(b) The REMOTE LED is turned off by pressing the REMOTE key.
(c) When GTL command is received.
(d) Remote control mode is canceled.
(2)Remote control mode
The remote control mode is enabled when the REN is in the truth state and this instrument is set to the listener. The REMOTE LED lights. In remote control mode, all front panel keys except the POWER switch and REMOTE key are disabled.
The instrument can be controlled via the ETHER connector. The REMOTE CONTROL connector can also be used to control this instrument. When the GPIB capability is enabled, do not connect the equipment (e.g., personal computer) to the ETHER or REMOTE CONTROL connector.