Hioki 3174 - Communication Methods

9.3 Communication Methods
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Various messages are supported for controlling the instrument through the inter-
faces.
Messages can be either program messages, sent from a PC to the instrument,
or response messages, sent from the instrument to a PC.
"RMT" lights up on the screen during communication, the instrument switch to
the remote state.
In the remote state, operations besides LOCAL key are not possible. However,
the following operations can be performed.
• Forced termination, HOLD release, complete the setting value, and saving
and loading cancellation with the STOP key.
• Confirmation of optional functions with the SHIFT key + STOP key.
To cancel the remote condition (Communications) and restore the local condi-
tion, press the LOCK (LOCAL) key during the REMOTE condition.
Message types are further categorized as follows:
9.3 Communication Methods
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PC
Response Messages
Program Messages
Program Messages
Response Messages
Messages
Command Message
Query Message