This manual provides information for remote operation of the VectorStar MS4640A Series VNAs using commands sent from an external controller via the IEEE 488 General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB), USB, and Ethernet. It includes the following:
• A general description of the GPIB and the bus data transfer and control functions
• A listing of the IEEE 488 Interface Function Messages recognized by the VNA
• A brief description of the Ethernet and USB program interface to the VNA
• A complete listing and description of all the Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI) commands that can be used to control VNA operation with examples of command usage
• See the companion document, Programming Manual Supplement – 10410-0000308 for a complete listing of all Anritsu legacy Lightning (37xxxD/E) commands and all Agilent/HP legacy 8510 commands that can be used to control MS4640A Series VNAs.
• This manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the VectorStar MS4640A Series Microwave VNA Operation Manual – 10410-00266. Refer to that manual for general information about the VectorStar Series VNAs including equipment set up and front panel (manual mode) operating instructions.
Note
Many of the images in this document are used as typical representations of the product or of the product features. Your instrument and instrument displays may vary slightly from these images.
This manual covers the IEEE 488.2, System and Troubleshooting, and SCPI commands. See the Programming Manual - Supplement, 10410-00308 for descriptions of the Anritsu 37xxxX and HP8510 commands.