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> -**PyVISA-py:** A backend written in pure Python that is installed automatically with PICA. It can be used as a fallback but may have limitations compared to vendor-specific drivers like NI-VISA.
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> **Before proceeding, verify your VISA installation.**
*Note: Ensure you have the NI-VISA drivers installed on your host machine to allow `PyVISA` to communicate with the hardware.*
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```bash
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python run_pica.py
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### 3.3 Running the Software
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1. **Graphical Launcher (Recommended)**
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The central dashboard for accessing all modules, the plotter, and the scanner.
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```bash
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pica-gui
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```
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2. **Command Line Interface (CLI)**
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For headless operation (e.g., Raspberry Pi).
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```bash
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pica-cli
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```
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> [!WARNING]
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>**CLI Deprecation Notice:** The PICA CLI is comprised of old, deprecated scripts from the early stages of development. It is **strongly recommended to use the PICA GUI**for all interactions. The CLI scripts are considered legacy code, contain minimal functionality for performing set protocols, and are not recommended for general use.
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pip install -r requirements-dev.txt
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## Safety Precautions
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## 4. Safety Precautions
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> [!WARNING]
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>**Safety Instructions:** Always switch off the instrument and verify that the output current, voltage, and any other relevant parameters are set to zero before modifying the connections to the Device Under Test (DUT). Failure to follow appropriate safety procedures may result in electric shock or other hazards. Adopt a safety-first approach at all times, and ensure that all instrument parameters remain within the specified safe operating limits defined either by the instrument manufacturer or by your measurement setup.
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