2DME1600
About the operation manuals
There are two operation manuals for the DME1600: the User’s
Manual and the Remote Interface Manual (this manual).
The manuals are intended for users of the DME1600 and their
instructors. These manuals assume that the reader has knowl-
edge about electrical aspects of measuring instruments.
• User’s Manual
This manual is intended for first-time users of the DME1600.
It gives an overview of the DME1600, connecting proce-
dures, safety precautions, etc. Please read through and
understand this manual before operating the product.
• Remote Interface Manual (this manual)
This manual explains how to control the DME1600 remotely
using SCPI commands.
The interface manual is written for readers with sufficient
basic knowledge of how to control measuring instruments
using a PC.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this
manual. However, if you have any questions or find any errors
or omissions, please contact your Kikusui agent or distributor.
After reading, always keep the manual nearby so that you may
refer to it as needed. When moving the product to another
location, be sure to bring the manual as well.
You can download the most recent version of the manuals
from the Kikusui Electronics Corporation website (http://
www.kikusui.co.jp/en/download/).
The product that this manual covers
This manual is for the DME1600.
When contacting us about the product, please provide us with:
The model (written on the front panel)
The serial number (written on the rear panel)
Before reading this manual
First read the User’s Manual, which includes information on
the product’s hardware, to avoid connecting or operating the
product incorrectly.
Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows, and Visual Basic are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
All other company and product names used in this manual are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective own-
ers.
Copyrights
The contents of this manual may not be reproduced, in whole
or in part, without the prior consent of the copyright holder.
The specifications of this product and the contents of this man-
ual are subject to change without prior notice.
©2011 Kikusui Electronics Corporation
• In this manual, the DME1600 6-1/2 Digit Multimeter is also
referred to as the “DME1600.”
• The term “PC” is used to refer generally to both personal
computers and workstations.
• The following markings are used in the explanations in the
text.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
ignored, may result in damage to the product or other
property.
Indicates information that you should know.
Indicates a reference to detailed information.
Notations used in this manual
CAUTION
