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6146/6156 DC Voltage/Current Generators Operation Manual

5.5 BCD (Option 04)

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5.5 BCD (Option 04)

5.5.1 Overview

The BCD parallel interface can be installed optionally on the 6146/6156.

This interface allows the 6146/6156 to connect with the parallel port of a general-purpose computer or a

sequencer.

NOTE: The BCD remote cannot control thermal electromotive force source.

When using the BCD remote, do NOT connect any cables to the external control signals; TRIGGER IN,

INTERLOCK and OPERATE IN/OUT. It may cause malfunction.

Turn OFF all the connected devices before connecting or disconnecting any cables. Check that the chas-

sis of the devices are connected to each other and to the ground before connecting or disconnecting any

cables.

5.5.2 Setting BCD Interface

These settings are enabled when the BCD interface is selected.

When the BCD interface is selected, the RMT indicator on the left side of the display goes ON. To release

the BCD interface, press the LOCAL key. When it is released, the RMT indicator goes OFF.

NOTE: When the BCD interface is released, the interface selected previously before the BCD interface is

restored. To select the BCD interface again, perform the procedure above.

Operation Character display area

1. 6146

Press MENU and select ..7..I/F with , or .

..7.. I/F

6156

Press MENU and select ..8..I/F with , or .

..8.. I/F

Enter the Select level with .

(Currently set I/F)

I/F

GPIB BUS

Enter the Input/Run level with .

BUS

GPIB

Select BCD with , or .

BUS

BCD

5. Press ENTER to confirm the setting.

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