HP 4155A/4156A SCPI Programming
Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI) is a universal
programming language for electronic test and measurement instruments, and
based on IEEE 488.1 and IEEE488.2.
This chapter describes how to create programs that contain SCPI commands
to control the HP 4155A/56A. These programs can be run from an external
computer or from the built-in HP Instrument BASIC (IBASIC) controller.
This chapter explains the following programming tasks along with
programming examples:
SCPI Programming Basics
Measurement Setup
Measurement Execution
File Operation
Data Transfer
Print/Plot Operation
Other Programming Tips
Example for HP 4145 Users
If you are not familiar with HP 4155A/4156A programming, Chapter 3
provides step-by-step tutorials for programming and helps you to understand
quickly.
In addition to this chapter, \Example Application Setup for Vth
Measurement" in Chapter 3 provides some application examples which are
helpful to increase your understanding.
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