Rohde & Schwarz SMU200A - Remote Control over LAN Using VXI-11 Protocol

Remote Control Basics
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6.2.3.2 Remote Control over LAN using VXI-11 Protocol
Through the examples in this section, the program 'Measurement & Automation Explorer'
from National Instruments under Windows operating system is used for setting up a LAN
remote control link and starting a remote control session.
Configuring the controller
To enable the external controller to communicate with the software via TCP/IP protocol,
set up a remote control link as follow:
The instrument is preconfigured for networks using DHCP (dynamic host configuration
protocol). If this configuration is used, enter the computer name in the position of the IP
address.
1. Connect the controller and the instrument to the network (network cable) and switch
them on.
2. Start the 'Measurement & Automation Control' program on the controller.
3. Select "Devices and Interfaces > Create New".
4. Select "VISA TCP/IP Resource" and confirm with "Next".
5. Choose the type of TCP/IP resource you wish to add and select Next.
Starting a Remote Control Session