Be the first to rate this file! 10 Downloads (last 30 days) File Size: 2.17 KB File ID: #41402
image thumbnail

Capture a Screenshot of an Agilent X-Series Signal Analyzer and Transfer it to MATLAB

by Adarsh Narasimhamurthy

 

24 Apr 2013 (Updated 24 Apr 2013)

MATLAB example to capture a screenshot of an Agilent X-Series Signal Analyzer using VISA interface.

| Watch this File

File Information
Description

MATLAB is a software environment and programming language with over 1,000,000 users. MATLAB extends the functionality of Agilent signal analyzers by enabling you to analyze and visualize live or acquired signals, make application-specific measurements, create and apply your own filters and equalization methods, and automate tests.

This example shows how you can use MATLAB to grab a screenshot on the instrument display. Note that this example does not change the settings of the X-Series Signal Analyzer. For more information on the SCPI commands used to control the instrument, refer to your instrument's programmer's guide.

To execute this example, type ‘TransferScreenShot’ in the MATLAB command window. NOTE: Remember to change the VISA resource string in the TransferScreenShot.m file to the VISA address of your instrument.

This MATLAB example should work on most Agilent X-Series Signal Analyzers. It has been tested on an Agilent CXA and PXA signal analyzer. If any commands produce an error with your instrument model or firmware revision, please refer to your instrument's programmer's manual for the complete list of SCPI commands and make the appropriate changes.

To learn more about using or purchasing MATLAB with Agilent Signal Analyzers, visit:
http://www.agilent.com/find/matlab
To request your free trial of MATLAB and/or Instrument Control Toolbox, visit http://www.mathworks.com/agilent/instrument/tryit.html

Required Products Instrument Control Toolbox
MATLAB
MATLAB release MATLAB 8.1 (R2013a)
Other requirements Agilent IO Libraries Suite
Tags for This File  
Everyone's Tags
agilent signal analyzer, data import, instrument control toolbox, measurement, screenshot, visa
Tags I've Applied
Add New Tags Please login to tag files.
Please login to add a comment or rating.
Updates
24 Apr 2013

Added a screenshot, and fixed a typo.

Contact us