Common Commands (IEEE 488.2)

These commands are available on all device variants.

*IDN?

Query instrument identification.

Response:

Nine Fives,<controller_type>,<serial>,<version>

Where <controller_type> is Switch_Controller or Attenuator_Controller.

Example:

*IDN?
Nine Fives,Switch_Controller,0001,1.0.0

*RST

Reset instrument to default state.

• Programmable SPDT Switch: Sets switch to position A (state 0)
• Programmable Attenuator: Sets attenuation to 0 dB

Example:

*RST

*CLS

Clear status and error queue.

Example:

*CLS