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3-48 Agilent E7501A Getting Started
Using SCPI Interfaces
Using the E7501A SCPI Interface
Enabling an RS-232 Connection
RS-232 is a serial COM port interface that uses a direct cable (a null-modem
cable) between the computer running the Agilent E7501A arbitrary analog
signal development system and the user’s programming environment.
To enable an RS-232 connection
1. After starting the E7501A SCPI interface and selecting either the
Agilent E7501A or Demo configuration, select the RS-232 Enable
checkbox.
(For details on starting the E7501A SCPI Interface and selecting either
the Agilent E7501A or Demo configuration, refer to “Making a
Connection” on page 3-28.)
2. Select a port number from the list of available ports (such as COM1 or
COM2); the first available port is used by default. The port settings can
be changed using the Windows Control Panel configuration utility.
3. Select the OK button.
4. The E7501A SCPI Interface Monitor opens and displays information
about the local machine you are using as well as the RS-232 connection
that has been enabled.
Machine Name
The machine name identifies your computer on your network, such as the
network in your company. (For more information about your machine name,
contact your network administrator.)