Measurement Computing Serial488A User Manual
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If the front panel indicators do not flash and the POWER indicator does not
remain lit there may not be any power supplied to the interface. In this event, check
the AC line and the rear panel connection of the power supply for proper installation.
If the problem is unresolved, refer to the Service Information section of this manual.
If proper operation is obtained, connect an interface cable to the rear of the
Serial488A [ 25-Pin Sub-D ]. Connect the other end to the host's serial port. Except
for connecting IEEE bus instruments, the Serial488A is installed and ready to use.
WARNING
The Serial488A makes its earth ground
connection through the serial interface cable. It
should only be connected to IEEE bus devices
after being first connected to the host. Failure to
do so may allow the Serial488A to float to a bus
device test voltage. This could result in damage
to the interface, personal injury or death.