
26 Chapter 1
Signal Generator Overview
Rear Panel Overview
15. AC Power Receptacle
The power cord receptacle accepts a three-pronged cable that is shipped with the signal
generator. The line voltage is connected here.
16. GPIB Connector
The GPIB connector allows communications with compatible devices such as external
controllers. It is functionally equivalent to the LAN and RS 232 connectors.
17. RS 232 Connector
This male DB-9 connector is an RS-232 serial port that can be used for controlling the signal
generator remotely. It is functionally equivalent to the GPIB and LAN connectors. The
following table shows the description of the pinouts. Figure 1-7 on page 27 shows the pin
configuration.
Table 1-8 RS 232 Connector
Pin Number Signal Description Signal Name
1 No Connection
2 Receive Data RECV
3Transmit DataXMIT
4+5 V
5 Ground, 0 V
6 No Connection
7 Request to Send RTS
8Clear to SendCTS
9 No Connection
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