Quantum Data 801GC, 801GF, 801GX manual Programming Capabilities Overview

Programming Capabilities Overview

The 801G* video generators are powerful pieces of test equipment right out of the box. The factory default system settings give you immediate access to all of the built-in test images and built-in signal formats. However, you can program the operation of the 801G* to meet your special testing needs. The highlights of all of the 801G*’s programming fea- tures are presented in this section. Detailed infor- mation for most features will be found in following sections.

All models feature a Graphics User Interface (GUI) that can be used for many programming operations on the the 801G*. All you need is a video display that is compatible with any existing stored format that has at least 640 active pixels and 480 active lines. The knobs and buttons on the 801G* are then used to select and modify the information shown on the display.

Many programming functions can also be performed over the the RS-232 and IEEE-488 ports. A suitably equipped computer or terminal connected to one of these communications ports can be used for directly communicating with the 801G* as well as uploading and downloading data files.

Editing and adding signal formats

The GUI and the communications ports can be used for adding your own signal formats and editing any formats that are already stored in the 801G*.

Editing the format knob directory

The default operating mode of the 801G* uses the upper knob to select formats from an internal for- mat knob directory. The default knob directory in- cludes all of the standard built-in formats. The directory can be edited to include any combination of built-in and / or user defined formats.

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