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American Magnetics 286 Multi-Sensor Liquid Level Instrument (CE-Marked) User Manual

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Remote Interface Reference

System-Related Commands

5.3.3

Device Clear

A device clear can be initiated through the serial interface by sending the
(ASCII code 03) character. The status registers and the error
queue are left unchanged when the device clear character is received.
Device clear performs the following actions:

The Model 286 serial output buffer is cleared.

The Model 286 is prepared to accept a new command.

5.4 Command Reference

The following paragraphs present all instrument commands and queries
in related groups and a detailed description of the function of each
command or query is provided. Examples are also provided where
appropriate. Return strings may be up to 80 characters in length.

5.4.1

System-Related Commands

*IDN?

Returns the instrument’s identification string. The identification string
contains the AMI model number and firmware revision code.

*RST

Resets the instrument. All non-volatile calibration and instrument
settings are restored. Status is cleared.

*TST?

Performs a self-test. Currently always returns “1” plus a diagnostic code
useful for troubleshooting by an Authorized AMI Technical Support
Representative.

<

Ctrl-C

>

This command clears the output buffers of the instrument and prepares
the instrument for a new command. Status registers are unaffected. <

Ctrl-

C

> corresponds to ASCII code 03.

SYSTem:LOCal

Enables all front panel controls. All front panels controls are enabled by
default after a power-up or

*RST

command.

SYSTem:REMote

Disables all front panel controls.