Manual

Remote Interface Reference

System-Related Commands

5.3.3 Device Clear

A device clear can be initiated through the serial interface by sending the

<Ctrl-C> (ASCII code 03) character. The status registers and the error

queue are left unchanged when the device clear character is received.

Device clear performs the following actions:

The Model 286 serial output buffer is cleared.

The Model 286 is prepared to accept a new command.

5.4 Command Reference

The following paragraphs present all instrument commands and queries

in related groups and a detailed description of the function of each

command or query is provided. Examples are also provided where

appropriate. Return strings may be up to 80 characters

in length.

5.4.1 System-Related Commands

*IDN?

Returns the instrument’s identification string. The identification string

contains the AMI model number and firmware revision code.

*RST

Resets the instrument. All non-volatile calibration and instrument

settings are restored. Status is cleared.

*TST?

Performs a self-test. Currently always returns “1” plus a diagnostic code

useful for troubleshooting by an Authorized AMI Technical Support

Representative.

<Ctrl-C>

This command clears the output buffers of the instrument and prepares

the instrument for a new command. Status registers are unaffected. <

Ctrl-

> corresponds to ASCII code 03.

SYSTem:LOCal

Enables all front panel controls. All front panels controls are enabled by

default after a power-up or *RST command.

SYSTem:REMote

Disables all front panel controls.