User Manual

13.5 Using an Interface Card
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The instrument can be controlled using an interface card (Model 9558 GP-IB
Card). To prepare for communications, insert the interface card and configure
the interface settings on the Communications Settings screen.
See "13.6 Controlling the Instrument with Command Communications" (⇒ p. 381)
Refer to the Instruction Manual for the Model 9558 GP-IB Card for details.
Interface Card Insertion & Removal
After the interface card is automatically recognized, the settings can be made.
GP-IB
Configure the communications settings on the [Command] page before estab-
lishing communications.
See "13.6.1 Making Settings on the Instrument" (⇒ p. 381)
13.5 Using an Interface Card
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage or disruption to the
connections of the interface card and the instrument’s card slot.
• Do not insert or remove the interface card by holding the connection cable, and
avoid pulling the cable forcefully.
• Do not attempt to force the card into the slot when it is upside down or not fac-
ing in the proper insertion direction.
• Do not move the instrument while the cable is connected to the interface card.
Mode Addressable / Disable
Address 0 to 30
1
2
Right Side of Instrument
PC CARD Slots (two)
Eject Button
Inserting an Interface Card
1 Align the S marks on the plug of the interface con
-
nection cable with the socket on the interface card
as shown in the drawing, and insert the plug.
2 With the S mark on the interface card facing
toward the front and pointing in the insertion direc
-
tion (arrow), insert it into the PC CARD slot as fa
r
as it will go.
Removing an Interface Card
Press the Eject button. When the button pops out
,
press it again to eject the Interface Card.
Interface Con-
nection Cable
The interface card is
keyed to prevent improp-
er insertion, so forcing it
in the wrong way may
damage the PC CARD slot
or the card.
Socket