American Magnetics 4Q1010PS-430 Integrated Power Supply System - Manual (Page 126)

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Remote Interface Reference
System-Related Commands
4.5 Command Reference
The following paragraphs present all Model 430 Programmer commands
and queries in related groups and a detailed description of the function of
each command or query is provided. Examples are also provided where
appropriate. Return strings may be up to 80 characters in length.
4.5.1 System-Related Commands
•
*IDN?
Return the identification string of the Model 430 Programmer. The
identification string contains the AMI model number and firmware
revision code.
•
*RST
Resets the Model 430 Programmer. This is equivalent to cycling the power
to the Model 430 Programmer using the power switch. All non-volatile
calibration data and battery-backed memory is restored. Status is cleared
according to the
*PSC
setting.
•
*TST?
Performs a self-test. Currently always returns “1”.
• < Ctrl-C >
This clears the output buffers of the Model 430 Programmer and prepares
the instrument for a new command. Status registers are unaffected. < Ctrl-
C > corresponds to ASCII code 03.
•
SYSTem:LOCal
Enables all front panel controls. All front panels controls are enabled by
default after a power-up or
*RST
command.
•
SYSTem:REMote
Note
The SYSTem:REMote command only disables the front panel
controls for purposes of preventing accidental operation of a front
panel feature. It is not necessary for this command to be sent prior
to using a remote interface. Send the SYSTem:LOCal command,
send the *RST command, press SHIFT followed by MENU , or cycle
Model 430 Programmer power to re-enable the front panel controls.
Disables all front panel controls. If the Model 430 Programmer is in the
remote mode, an asterisk ( * ) will appear in the front panel display in the
position just below the ramping character as shown below.