14 Chapter 1 Getting Started
The common test applications can be accomplished through the physical controls or
through the command line interface. The generator supports an ASCII command and
query language that allows you to control the generator interactively or through batch
processing of command files. All generator functions are supported through this interface.
The command interface is available through two physical interfaces: the RS-232 interface
and the optional IEEE-488 GPIB interface.
The GPIB interface supports programmatic control in an automated test environment,
which is discussed in more detail in Chapter 7, “Using GPIB Interface.” This interface also
supports user interactive command sessions.
The procedures for using the RS-232 interface are explained in this section.
Setting up a terminal connection with the generator
The following procedures describe how to setup a terminal session with the generator
using the RS-232 interface.
To setup a terminal connection with the generator:
Whenever the generator is powered on, the baud rate returns to 2400 bps, no parity, 8
data bits, 1 stop bit, and no handshake.
1. Connect the RS-232 cable between your computer or terminal and the serial connector
on the generator.
2. Using a terminal emulator, such as HyperTerminal, establish a terminal connection with
the generator. Configure the terminal emulator to use the following parameters:
• 2400 baud rate
• 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit
• no parity
• no handshaking
• full duplex
3. Press the Enter key until the R:> prompt appears.