Tektronix 071-0590-00 Using the RS-232 Interface Option, RS-232 Interface Device Settings

Using GPIB, RS-232

Using the RS-232 Interface Option

The GB1400 supports remote control through the RS-232C connector on the rear panel The unit can be operated from the front panel and over the remote interface simultaneously. Any unit changes made remotely are displayed on the front panel. All of the front panel functions can be controlled over the RS-232C interface, except “POWER.”

The remote commands sent to the GB1400 differ from front panel - the current operating mode is entered directly rather than through sub-menus.

Commands are provided to read back stored data memory contents. Memory contents can be read back and printed out for hardcopy archiving.

RS-232 Interface Device Settings

The RS-232C interface device settings are programmable through the front panel. The following RS-232C parameters are programmable, along with the default setting and other values.

Parameter	Default	Values
Baud, BPS rate	9600	4800, 2400, 1200, 600, 300
Parity	Even	None, Odd
Data Size	8	7
Echo	OFF	ON
XON/XOFF	ON	OFF
EOL	CR/LF	LF/CR, CR, LF

To change an RS-232C setting through the front panel.

Step 1: Press F1 to select menu mode.

Step 2: Select the RS232C menu choice.

Step 3: Select the desired setting type.

Step 4: Select the desired setting.

Step 5: Press F4 to set the selection

Step 6: Press F1 to EXIT.

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