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General Information
Introduction
The following Getting Started Map will help you find the information you need to complete the specific task that you want
to accomplish. Refer to the table of contents or index of each guide for a complete list of the information contained within.
Table 1-1. Getting Started Map
Task Where to find information
General information
Capabilities and characteristics
Chapter 1
Installing the unit
Location
Line connections
Chapter 2
Checking out the unit
Verifying proper operation
Using the front panel
Chapter 3
Making Connections
Load connections
Computer connections
Application Information
Chapter 4
Using the front panel
Front panel keys
Front panel examples
Chapter 5
Using the programming interface
GPIB interface
Chapter 6
Programming the unit using SCPI (and COMPatibility) commands
SCPI commands
SCPI programming examples
SCPI language dictionary
Chapters 7 and 8 for SCPI commands.
Appendix G for COMPatibility commands
Installing the Agilent VXI plug&play instrument driver
NOTE: The driver must be installed on your pc to access the on-line
information. Drivers are available on the web at www.ag.com/go/drivers.
Chapter 2
Safety Considerations
This power supply is a Safety Class 1 instrument, which means it has a protective earth terminal. That terminal must be
connected to earth ground through a power source equipped with a 3-wire ground receptacle. Refer to the Safety Summary
page at the beginning of this guide for general safety information. Before installation or operation, check the power supply
and review this guide for safety warnings and instructions. Safety warnings for specific procedures are located at
appropriate places in the guide.