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Programming Examples
Using the Programming Examples
Using the Programming Examples
The programming examples for remote control of the signal generator use the GPIB, LAN, and RS-232
interfaces and demonstrate instrument control using different I/O libraries and programming languages.
Many of the example programs in this chapter are interactive; the user will be prompted to perform certain
actions or verify signal generator operation or functionality. Example programs are written in the following
languages:
• Agilent BASIC
•C/C++
•Java
•PERL
See Chapter 1 of this programming guide for information on interfaces, I/O libraries, and programming
languages.
The example programs are also available on the PSG Documentation CD-ROM, enabling you to cut and
paste the examples into a text editor.
NOTE The example programs set the signal generator into remote mode; front panel keys, except
the Local key, are disabled. Press the Local key to revert to manual operation.
NOTE To update the signal generator’s front panel display so that it reflects remote command
setups, enable the remote display: press
Utility > Display > Update in Remote Off On softkey
until On is highlighted or send the SCPI command :DISPlay:REMote ON. For faster test
execution, disable front panel updates.
Programming Examples Development Environment
The C/C++ examples in this guide were written using an IBM-compatible personal computer (PC) with the
following configuration:
• Pentium
®
processor
• Windows NT 4.0 operating system
• C/C++ programming language with the Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 IDE
Pentium is a U.S. registered trademark of Intel Corporation
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