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DP800 Programming Guide  V 
Document Overview 
 
This manual introduces how to program the power supply over remote interfaces in details. 
 
Main Topics in this Manual: 
 
Chapter 1 Programming Overview   
This chapter introduces how to build the remote communication between the power supply and PC and how 
to control the power supply remotely. Besides, it also provides a brief introduction of the SCPI commands.  
 
Chapter 2 Command System   
This chapter introduces the syntax, function, parameter and using instruction of each DP800 command in 
A-Z order.  
 
Chapter 3 Application Examples   
This chapter provides the application examples of the main functions of the power supply. In the application 
examples, a series of commands are combined to realize the basic functions of the power supply.  
 
Chapter 4 Programming Demos   
This chapter introduces how to program and control DP800 using various development tools, such as Visual 
C++, Visual Basic and LabVIEW.  
 
Chapter 5 Appendix   
This chapter provides various information, such as the command list and factory setting list.   
 
 
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Format Conventions in this Manual: 
 
1  Button 
The function key at the front panel is denoted by the format of “Button Name (Bold) + Text Box” in the 
manual, for example, Utility denotes the “System Auxiliary Function Setting” key.  
 
2  Menu 
The menu item is denoted by the format of “Menu Word (Bold) + Character Shading” in the manual, 
for example, SysInfo denotes the “System Information” item under Utility.   
 
3  Operation Step 
The next step of the operation is denoted by an arrow “” in the manual. For example, Utility  
System denotes pressing Utility at the front panel and then pressing System.