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Interfacing to external devices
Interfacing to external devices
Remote control processor
The remote control processor on the HP-IB/MS control card synchronizes start-
run signals with GCs and other devices. The functions of the remote control pro-
cessor are extended to the remote start (
the MSD. The remote start cable connects the GC and the MSD.
Remote start signals
It is often necessary to communicate with external devices (for example, a purge-
and-trap) during a run. Typically, these communications are:
• Requests to send a system ready signal
• Receive a start run signal from an external device
• Program the timing of events during a run
MSD remote start
connector
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Electronics
Remote)
connector on the back panel of
Start
Ground
Ready
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