American Magnetics 286 Multi-Sensor Liquid Level Instrument (CE-Marked) - Manual (Page 85)

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Remote Interface Reference
System-Related Commands
5.3.3 Device Clear
A device clear can be initiated through the serial interface by sending the
<Ctrl-C> (ASCII code 03) character. The status registers and the error
queue are left unchanged when the device clear character is received.
Device clear performs the following actions:
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The Model 286 serial output buffer is cleared.
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The Model 286 is prepared to accept a new command.
5.4 Command Reference
The following paragraphs present all instrument 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.
5.4.1 System-Related Commands
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*IDN?
Returns the instrument’s identification string. The identification string
contains the AMI model number and firmware revision code.
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*RST
Resets the instrument. All non-volatile calibration and instrument
settings are restored. Status is cleared.
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*TST?
Performs a self-test. Currently always returns “1” plus a diagnostic code
useful for troubleshooting by an Authorized AMI Technical Support
Representative.
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< Ctrl-C >
This command clears the output buffers of the instrument and prepares
the instrument for a new command. Status registers are unaffected. <
Ctrl-
C > corresponds to ASCII code 03.
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SYSTem:LOCal
Enables all front panel controls. All front panels controls are enabled by
default after a power-up or
*RST command.
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SYSTem:REMote
Disables all front panel controls.