Teledyne LeCroy WaveStation 3000 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 37)

Operator's Manual
Remote Control of WaveStation
WaveStation can be remote controlled using either a USB-GPIB or USBTMC connection. For a complete list of
remote control commands and their syntax, refer to the WaveStation SCPI (Standard Commands for
Programmable Instruments) Reference Manual available at:
teledynelecroy.com/wavestation.
NOTE: WaveStation remote commands must not contain termination characters of any kind. This includes Null
characters.
GPIB Remote Control
WaveStation conforms to the IEEE 488.2 GPIB standard. GPIB controls can be used to interface WaveStation
with other GPIB compatible devices, including Teledyne LeCroy oscilloscopes.
NOTE: The GPIB interface on the WaveStation supports Device mode only, not Controller.
GPIB remote control of WaveStation requires the use of the USB-GPIB converter cable included with the
product. The USB connection from the WaveStation provides all necessary power to the converter.
To utilize GPIB remote control:
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Prepare your control files according to the conventions documented in the WaveStation SCPI Command
Reference.
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Connect the USB-GPIB converter cable.
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Configure the WaveStation for GPIB communication.
Connecting the USB-GPIB Converter
Connect the USB-GPIB converter from the USB A port on the front of the WaveStation to the GPIBbus on the
controller.
The converter has two LED indicators on it showing when the device is powered on and Ready (red), and Active
(green) and transmitting data.
NOTE: Do not disconnect either end of the converter until all equipment is powered down.
Configuring WaveStation for GPIB
1. Check the GPIB address assigned to WaveStation on the controller. WaveStation uses 18 by default; if the
controller is using a different number, you will need to change it on either side to match.
2. Press the Utility function button.
3. Press the Interface softkey.
4. Press the GPIB softkey.
5. If necessary, use the number keypad to enter the correct GPIB address.
6. Press Done.
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