RIGOL DP832A - Manual (Page 4)

RIGOL
II DP800 Programming Guide
Document Overview
This manual introduces how to program the power supply over remote interfaces in details.
Main Topics in this Manual:
Chapter 1 Programming Overview
This chapter introduces how to build the remote communication between the power supply and PC and how
to control the power supply remotely. Besides, it also provides a brief introduction of the syntax, symbols,
parameter types and abbreviation rules of the SCPI commands as well as the SCPI status system.
Chapter 2 Command System
This chapter introduces the syntax, function, parameters and using instruction of each DP800 command in
A-Z order.
Chapter 3 Application Examples
This chapter provides the application examples of the main functions of the power supply. In the application
example, a series of commands are combined to realize the corresponding basic function of the power
supply.
Chapter 4 Programming Demos
This chapter introduces how to program and control DP800 using various development tools, such as Visual
C++, Visual Basic and LabVIEW.
Chapter 5 Appendix
This chapter provides various information, such as the command list and factory setting list.
Tip
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Format Conventions in this Manual:
1 Key
The function key at the front panel is denoted by the format of "Key Name (Bold) + Text Box" in the
manual. For example, Utility denotes the "Utility" key.
2 Menu
The menu item is denoted by the format of "Menu Word (Bold) + Character Shading" in the manual.
For example, SysInfo denotes the "SysInfo" item under Utility.
3 Operation Step
The next step of the operation is denoted by an arrow "" in the manual. For example, Utility 
System denotes pressing Utility at the front panel and then pressing System.