5 - Front Panel Operation
Function keys
Refer to the examples later in this chapter for more details on the use of these keys.
Sense | FUNCTION | Step |
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Meter | Func |
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Channel | Current | Step |
Channel |
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Prot Clear |
| List |
Protect | Res | Tran |
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| Trigger |
Input | Voltage | Trigger |
on/off |
| Control |
Figure 5-3. Function Keys
Immediate Action Keys
Immediate action keys immediately execute their corresponding function when pressed. Other function keys have commands underneath them that are accessed when the key is pressed.
Input
On/Off
Q
Channel
Shift Trigger
Protect
Shift Prot Clear
This key toggles the input of the electronic load between the on and off states. It immediately executes its function as soon as you press it. When off, the electronic load input is disabled and the Dis annunciator is on.
Selects another channel.
Causes a trigger to occur. The trigger system must first be initiated by pressing Trigger Control and Enter. Triggers are used to generate transients or lists.
Displays any protection functions that are tripped.
Press this key to reset the protection circuit and allow the unit to return to its last programmed state. The condition that caused the protection circuit to become active must be removed prior to pressing this key, or the unit will shut down again and display the Prot annunciator again.
Meter | Takes the front panel back to the Metering mode from any other mode. |
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