YOKOGAWA SL1000 User manual

User’s
Manual
IM 720320-17E
3rd Edition
SL1000 High-Speed
Data Acquisition Unit
Communication Interface

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Thank you for purchasing the SL1000 API Control. This Communication Interface
User’s Manual describes the functions and commands of the following communication
interfaces.
•USB Interface
• Ethernet Interface (Optional)
To ensure correct use, please read this manual thoroughly before beginning operation.
After reading the manual, keep it in a convenient location for quick reference whenever a
question arises during operation.
The following manuals are provided for the SL1000. Please read all of them.
Manual Title Manual No. Description
SL1000
High-Speed Data Acquisition Unit
User’s Manual
IM 720120-01E Explains how to install the SL1000 and its
input modules, and explains features related to
the hardware, such as the display, and how to
operate them.
SL1000 Acquisition Software
User’s Manual
IM 720120-61E Explains all functions and procedures of the
Acquisition Software used to configure and
control the SL1000.
SL1000 Input Module
User’s Manual
IM 720120-51E Explains the specifications of the input
modules that can be installed in the SL1000.
701992/701994
Xviewer User’s Manual
IM 701992-01E Explains all functions and procedures of the
Xviewer software used to display the measured
data as waveforms on a PC.
This manual is not included with the /XV0
option.
SL1000 Control API User’s
Manual
IM 720320-01E It explains the functions for controlling the
SL1000 (the SL1000 control API).
SL1000 High-Speed Data
Acquisition Unit
Communication Interface User’s
Manual
IM 720320-17E This manual. Explains the communication
interface functions of the SL1000
Notes
• This manual, IM 720320-17E, applies to SL1000 High-Speed Data Acquisition Unit
with firmware version 2.03 or later.
If the most recent firmware version is not running on your SL1000 not all of the
features described in this manual can be used.
You can check the firmware version of your SL1000 on the overview screen. For
instructions on how to open the overview screen, see section 9.5 in the User’s Manual
IM 720120-61E. For instructions on how to update the firmware and for information
about firmware versions, see the following Webpage.
http://www.yokogawa.com/tm/
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of
continuing improvements to the instrument’s performance and functions.
• Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy
of its contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please
contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer.
• Copying or reproducing all or any part of the contents of this manual without the
permission of Yokogawa Electric Corporation is strictly prohibited.
3rd Edition: September 2013 (YMI)
All Rights Reserved, Copyright © 2008 Yokogawa Electric Corporation
All Rights Reserved, Copyright © 2013 Yokogawa Meters & Instruments Corporation

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countries.
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• For purposes of this manual, the TM and ® symbols do not accompany their
respective trademark names or registered trademark names.
• Other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
Revisions
1st Edition: December 2008
2nd Edition: December 2009
3rd Edition: September 2013

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How to Use This Manual
Structure of This Manual
This user’s manual consists of the following sections.
Chapter 1 Connecting to the PC
Describes the procedure for connecting to the PC using the USB and
Ethernet interfaces.
Chapter 2 Before Programming
Describes the syntax used to transmit commands.
Chapter 3 Command
Describes all the commands one by one.
Chapter 4 Status Reports
Describes the status byte, various registers, and queues.
Appendix
Describes reference material such as an ASCII character code table.

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Symbols and Notations Used in This Manual
Safety Markings
The following markings are used in this manual.
CAUTION Calls attentions to actions or conditions that could cause light injury
to the user or damage to the instrument or the user’s data, and
precautions that can be taken to prevent such occurrences.
Note Calls attention to information that is important for proper operation of
the instrument.
Notation Used in the Procedural Explanations
On pages that describe the operating procedures in chapters 1 through 3, the following
notations are used to distinguish the procedures from their explanations.
Procedure Carry out the procedure according to the step numbers. All
procedures are written with inexperienced users in mind; experienced
users may not need to carry out all the steps.
Explanation This section describes the setup items and the limitations regarding
the procedures.
Notation of User Controls
Operation/Soft Key Names and Menu Items Set in Boldface
Boldface type indicates the names of user-controlled operation keys on the instrument panel,
and soft key items and menu items displayed on screen.
SHIFT+Panel Key
The SHIFT+Panel key means you will press the SHIFT key to turn ON the indicator of SHIFT
keyand then press the panel key. The menu marked in purple above the pressed key appears
on the screen.
Unit
k: Denotes “1000.” Example: 100 kS/s (sample rate)
K: Denotes “1024.” Example: 720 KB (file data size)
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Symbols Used in the Syntax
The following table indicates symbols that are used in the syntax mainly in chapters 2
and 3. These symbols are referred to as BNF (Backus-Naur Form) symbols.
Symbol Meaning Example Example of Input
< > Defined value CHANnel<x> <x> = 1 to 4 CHANNEL2
{} Select from values given in { } COUPling {AC|DC|DC50|GND} COUPLING AC
|Exclusive OR
[] Can be omitted TRIGger [:SIMPle]:SLOPe TRIGger:SLOPe
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Contents
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Chapter 1 Connecting to a PC
1.1 Connecting via USB................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Connecting via Ethernet (Optional)......................................................................................... 1-2
Chapter 2 Before Programming
2.1 Messages ......................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Commands ....................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.3 Response ......................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.4 Data.................................................................................................................................. 2-6
2.5 Synchronization with the Controller.................................................................................. 2-8
Chapter 3 Commands
3.1 Notes on Use of Communication Commands .................................................................. 3-1
3.2 A List of Commands ......................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 ACQuire Group............................................................................................................... 3-12
3.4 ALARm Group ................................................................................................................ 3-14
3.5 ASETup Group ............................................................................................................... 3-17
3.6 CALibrate Group ............................................................................................................ 3-18
3.7 CHANnel Group ............................................................................................................. 3-19
3.8 COMMunicate Group ..................................................................................................... 3-33
3.9 CONTrol Group .............................................................................................................. 3-35
3.10 DATa Group .................................................................................................................... 3-36
3.11 ETHernet Group ............................................................................................................. 3-37
3.12 FILE Group..................................................................................................................... 3-38
3.13 GONogo Group .............................................................................................................. 3-40
3.14 HISTory Group................................................................................................................ 3-42
3.15 INITialize Group.............................................................................................................. 3-43
3.16 MEASure Group ............................................................................................................. 3-44
3.17 MONitor Group ............................................................................................................... 3-47
3.18 MRECord Group............................................................................................................. 3-49
3.19 MTRigger Group............................................................................................................. 3-51
3.20 SELFtest Group.............................................................................................................. 3-52
3.21 SSTart Group.................................................................................................................. 3-53
3.22 STARt Group .................................................................................................................. 3-54
3.23 STATus Group ................................................................................................................ 3-55
3.24 STOP Group................................................................................................................... 3-56
3.25 SYSTem Group .............................................................................................................. 3-57
3.26 TIMebase Group ............................................................................................................ 3-59
3.27 TRIGger Group............................................................................................................... 3-60
3.28 WAVeform Group............................................................................................................ 3-64
3.29 Common Command Group ............................................................................................ 3-67

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Contents
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2
3
4
App
Index
Chapter 4 Status Reports
4.1 Overview of the Status Report ......................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Status Byte ....................................................................................................................... 4-3
4.3 Standard Event Register .................................................................................................. 4-4
4.4 Extended Event Register.................................................................................................. 4-5
4.5 Output Queue and Error Queue ....................................................................................... 4-6
Appendix
Appendix 1 ASCII Character Codes...................................................................................... App-1
Appendix 2 Error Messages..................................................................................................App-2

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Chapter 1 Connecting to a PC
1.1 Connecting via USB
Procedure
Use the following procedure to connect the SL1000 High-Speed Data Acquisition Unit
(hereinafter, the SL1000 unit) to the PC.
Installing the Acquisition Software
Install the acquisition software that came with the SL1000 unit on the PC. For
instructions, see section 2.2, “Installing or Uninstalling the Acquisition Software” in the
SL1000 Acquisition Software User’s Manual (IM720120-61E).
Connecting via USB Cable
Connect the SL1000 unit to the PC by following the procedure in section 4.1, “Connecting
to a PC” in the SL1000 High-Speed Data Acquisition Unit User’s Manual (IM720120-01E).
Installing the USB Driver
Install the USB driver on the PC by following the procedure in section 2.3, “Installing the
USB Driver” in the SL1000 Acquisition Software Unit User’s Manual (IM720120-61E).
This is only necessary the first time the SL1000 unit is connected to the PC.
Note
The USB and Ethernet interfaces cannot be used at the same.

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1.2 Connecting via Ethernet (Optional)
Procedure
Use the following procedure to connect the SL1000 unit to the PC.
Note
Because communications settings are also entered on the SL1000 unit when connecting via
Ethernet, at first it is necessary to connect via USB.
Installing the Acquisition Software (First Time Only)
Install the acquisition software that came with the SL1000 unit on the PC. For
instructions, see section 2.2, “Installing or Uninstalling the Acquisition Software” in the
SL1000 Acquisition Software User’s Manual (IM720120-61E).
Connecting via USB Cable
Connect the SL1000 unit to the PC by following the procedure in section 4.1, “Connecting
to a PC” in the SL1000 High-Speed Data Acquisition Unit User’s Manual (IM720120-01E).
Installing the USB Driver (First Time Only)
Install the USB driver on the PC by following the procedure in section 2.3, “Installing the
USB Driver” in the SL1000 Acquisition Software Unit User’s Manual (IM720120-61E).
This is only necessary the first time the SL1000 unit is connected to the PC.
Entering Communication Settings (TCP/IP Settings)
Start the acquisition software, then enter communication settings for the SL1000 unit.
For instructions, see section 3.2, “Specifying Communication Settings (When Using
the Optional Ethernet Interface)” in the SL1000 Acquisition Software User’s Manual
(IM720120-61E).
Connecting via Ethernet Cable
Close the acquisition software, then turn OFF the power to the SL1000 unit. Connect the
SL1000 unit to the PC via Ethernet by following the procedure in section 4.1, “Connecting
to a PC” in the SL1000 High-Speed Data Acquisition Unit User’s Manual (IM720120-01E).