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Configure for gpib operation, Change remote control source, Set gpib address – Xantrex Technology GPIB-M-XT User Manual

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Installation and Configuration
Configure for GPIB Operation

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Operating Manual for Multichannel Functionality (GPIB-M)

Configure for GPIB Operation

The power supply is ready for GPIB communication when it leaves the factory, but
you may change any of the control settings. The default remote control setting is
GPIB, address 2.

Change
Remote

Control

Source

Select an interface for remote control.

SYST:REM:SOUR [GPIB|MCHannel]

where

GPIB:

control via GPIB interface

MCHannel:

multichannel operation using the CANbus interface

Set GPIB

Address

Change the GPIB address.

SYST:COMM:GPIB:ADDR

where

may be a value from 1 to 30.

Be sure to make a note of the GPIB address. If the address is unknown, use a feature
such as “Scan for Instruments” on National Instruments’ Measurement and
Automation Explorer.

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