5700A/5720A Series II
Operators Manual
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5-2. Using the IEEE-488 Port for Remote Control
The calibrator is fully programmable for use on the IEEE Standard 488.1 interface bus
(IEEE-488 bus). The interface is also designed in compliance with supplemental standard
IEEE-488.2. Devices connected to the bus in a system are designated as talkers, listeners,
talker/listeners, or controllers. Under the remote control of an instrument controller, the
calibrator operates exclusively as a talker/listener on the IEEE-488 bus.
This manual assumes you know the basics of the IEEE-488 interface bus. For an
introduction to the bus, request Fluke Application Bulletin AB-36, “IEEE Standard 488-
1978 Digital Interface for Programmable Instrumentation.”
5-3. IEEE-488 Bus Restrictions
The following restrictions apply to all IEEE-488 systems:
1. A maximum of 15 devices can be connected in a single IEEE-488 bus system.
2. The maximum length of IEEE-488 cable used in one IEEE-488 system is either: 2
meters times the number of devices in the system, or 20 meters, whichever is less.
5-4. Bus Setup Procedure
Setting up the calibrator on the IEEE-488 bus requires only a choice of address and the
connection to a controller. Once you have these items, proceed as follows to set up the
calibrator for remote operation.
1. Turn the calibrator’s power off
2. Attach the IEEE-488 cable to the rear panel IEEE-488 connector. Fluke shielded
cables Y8021 (1m), Y8022 (2m), or Y8023 (4m), are recommended.
3. Turn the calibrator’s power on.
4. Press the “Setup Menus” softkey.
5. Press the “Instmt Setup” softkey to open the Instrument Setup Menu, as shown:
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