5730A
Operators Manual
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GPIB (IEEE-488) Interface
Use the IEEE-488 Port for Remote Control
The 5730A 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.
IEEE-488 Bus Restrictions
The subsequent 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 m
(6.56 ft) times the number of devices in the system, or 20 m (65.61 ft), whichever is
less.
Bus Setup Procedure
To set up the 5730A Calibrator on the IEEE-488 bus, only a choice of address and the
connection to a controller is necessary. To set up the bus:
1. With the Calibrator off, attach the IEEE-488 cable to the rear panel IEEE-488
connector. Fluke shielded cables Y8021 (1m), Y8022 (2m), or Y8023 (4m), are
recommended.
2. Push to turn on the Calibrator.
3. Touch Setup Menu>Instrument Setup>Remote Port.
4. The IEEE-488 bus address for the Calibrator is shown in the GPIB Setup region. To
change it, touch the editable field and enter a new address with the numerical keys.
5. If the Active Remote Port is not GPIB, touch Active Remote Port and then touch
GPIB.
6. Touch Exit to exit the Setup Menu.
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