Polarization Control Unit PCU-110
5-1
Basic Operation
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PCU-110 is controlled by software working on external computer. PCU-110 supports
GPIB, LAN and USB as means of communication. The setting method, characteristics,
and differences of each method are described below.
PCU-110 can be used with santec PDL Swept Test System. The system software is
provided with attached USB stick.
5-1 GPIB
A communication function based on standards specied in IEEE-488.2.
CAUTION
To prevent equipment failure, be sure to turn off the power before connecting or
disconnecting the communication cable connector.
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5-1-1 Connection
Connect the 24-pin GPIB cable to the GPIB connector on the rear panel.
The total extension of the connected cable shall be 20 m or less. The cable
length between each device must be 2 m or less. At most, 15 devices can be
connected.
The default address setting is “5”. GPIB address can be changed by command.
GPIB connector