Specifications

20 Chapter 2
Overview of Remote Control
Setting Up a GPIB Remote Control System
Setting Up a GPIB Remote Control System
This section describes how to set up a GPIB remote control system.
What is GPIB?
GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus) is an interface standard for connecting a computer
with peripherals. It complies with these international standards: IEEE 488.1, IEC-625,
IEEE 488.2, and JIS-C1901. With the GPIB interface, you can set up a GPIB remote
control system in which an external computer remotely controls the Agilent 4287A by
sending commands to and receiving data from the unit through the GPIB bus.
How to set up a GPIB remote control system
Use GPIB cables to connect the 4287A to an external controller (computer) and any
necessary peripherals. Figure 2-1 shows a typical GPIB remote control system.
Figure 2-1 Setting up a GPIB remote control system
Required equipment
1. 4287A with accessories for measuring DUTs
2. External controller (computer)
The external controller can be any personal computer or workstation with a GPIB
interface card and the appropriate software (such as HP BASIC for Windows) for
controlling the instrument via the GPIB interface.
3. Other hardware as needed (extra instruments and/or peripherals)
4. GPIB cables for connecting the 4287A to the external controller and other hardware