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>**Legacy CLI Notice:** The PICA CLI (`pica-cli`) is retained to support legacy headless workflows. While fully functional forspecific protocols, this interface is **no longer actively maintained** and may not support recent features availablein the GUI.
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>**Legacy CLI Notice:** The PICA CLI (`pica-cli`) is retained to support legacy headless workflows. While fully functional forspecific protocols, this interface is **less frequently maintained** and may not support recent features availablein the GUI.
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> We **strongly recommend** new users utilize the PICA GUI for the most complete and supported experience.
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## Example Usage: Running a Measurement
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Upon launching PICA (`pica-gui`), selectyour desired measurement module from the main dashboard. Each module opens as a unified interface divided into two primary sections:
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1. **Configuration (Control Window - Left):**
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***Setup:** Enlarge this window first to view all experimental parameters.
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***Parameters:** Specify the `Sample Name`, selectthe`File Storage Location`, and choose the `Instrument Address` (GPIB/VISA) via the dropdown selection box.
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***Protocol:** Define measurement specific settings such as voltage/current limits, temperature step sizes, and delay times.
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***Console:** A scrollable log at the bottom provides a continuous, time-stamped stream of all operations and SCPI commands sent to the instruments.
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2. **Visualization (Plotter Window - Right):**
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***Real-Time Monitoring:** Displays up to three simultaneous plots (e.g., Resistance vs. Temperature, Voltage vs. Current) updated in real-time.
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***Data Analysis:** Includes options to switch axes to logarithmic scales for better visualization of wide-range data.
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***Utilities:** Two buttons above the plot area provide instant access to:
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***VISA Instrument Scanner:** To verify instrument connections and addresses.
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***PICA Plotter Utility:** For post-measurement comparison and detailed analysis.
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*The interface is designed to be minimalistic to reduce unnecessary user interaction during active high-precision measurements.*
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print("**Legacy CLI Notice:** The PICA CLI (`pica-cli`) is retained to support legacy headless workflows. While fully functional for specific protocols, this interface is **less frequently maintained** and may not support recent features available in the GUI. We **strongly recommend** new users utilize the PICA GUI for the most complete and supported experience.")
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