7451A/7461A/7461P Digital Multimeter Operation Manual
6.3 USB
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6.3 USB
6.3.1 Overview
A USB (Universal Serial Bus), which is compliant with the USB2.0 Full Speed, is included in this instru-
ment as standard.
By connecting multiple instruments to the USB ports on a personal computer, the functions of the instru-
ments can be set, measurement data can be read from the personal computer, and the automatic measure-
ment system can be set up easily.
NOTE: This instrument may not operate with all personal computers, hubs, etc.
6.3.2 USB Specifications
• Command language: ADC commands only
• Standard: Compliance with USB2.0 Full Speed
• Connector: USB B type (female)
• ID: Any number from 1 to 127 can be set as USBid.
• Remote/Local: Function is available.
• Input command: ASCII strings command which sets functions and the query command
• Output format ASCII strings which describe measurement data and query reply output
• Driver: The USB driver for ADC instruments is used.
6.3.3 Setting Up the USB Port
6.3.3.1 Connecting to a Personal Computer
Connect the connection cable to the USB connector (B type) on the rear panel of this instrument and the
USB connector on the personal computer.
Insert the connector completely when connecting.
Use the USB hub when connecting several instruments to a personal computer.
When the 7461P is connected to a personal computer, the ADC Instruments USB Driver recognizes it as
the 7461A. It does not affect the operation.