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20 U8480 Series Programming Guide
Using “*” commands
Commands starting with a “*” are called common commands. They are required
to perform the identical function for all instruments that are compliant with the
IEEE-488.2 interface standard. The “*” commands are used to control reset,
self-test, and status operations in the U8480 Series.
Syntax conventions
Throughout this guide, the following conventions are used for the SCPI command
syntax.
– Square brackets ([]) indicate optional keywords or parameters.
– Braces ({}) enclose one or more parameters that may be included zero or more
times.
– Triangle brackets (<>) indicate that you must substitute a value for the
enclosed parameter.
– Bars (|) can be read as “or” and are used to separate alternative parameter
options.
Syntax diagram conventions
– Solid lines represent the recommended path.
– Ovals enclose command mnemonics. The command mnemonic must be
entered exactly as shown.
– Dotted lines indicate an optional path for bypassing secondary keywords.
– Arrows and curved intersections indicate command path direction.
SCPI data types
The SCPI language defines different data formats for use in program messages
and response messages. Instruments are flexible listeners and can accept
commands and parameters in various formats. However, SCPI instruments are
precise talkers. This means that SCPI instruments always respond to a particular
query in a predefined, rigid format.
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