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2 Agilent Signal Generators Programming Guide
Getting Started with Remote Operation
Programming and Software/Hardware Layers
Programming and Software/Hardware Layers
Agilent MXG, ESG, PSG signal generators support the following
interfaces:
Use these interfaces, in combination with IO libraries and programming languages, to remotely
control a signal generator. Figure 1- 1 uses GPIB as an example of the relationships between the
interface, IO libraries, programming language, and signal generator.
Figure 1-1 Software/Hardware Layers
Instrument Interfaces Supported
Agilent MXG GPIB, LAN, and USB 2.0
Agilent PSG
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a.The PSG’s AUXILIARY INTERFACE connector is compatible with ANSI/EIA232 (RS-232) serial
connection but GPIB and LAN are recommended for making faster measurements and when
downloading files. Refer to “Using RS–232 (ESG and PSG Only)” on page 61 and the User’s Guide.
GPIB, LAN, and ANSI/EIA232 (RS- 232) serial connection
Agilent ESG GPIB, LAN, and ANSI/EIA232 (RS- 232) serial connection