Agilent Technologies 6050A, 6051A manual Using The Function Keys, Selecting the Channel

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Selecting the Channel

You can select a channel in either of two ways:

1.You can use the Channel key in conjunction with the ENTRY keys to select a channel. For example, to select channel 1 press:

2.You can use the and keys to increment () and decrement () the channel number. The new channel number is selected immediately-

Identifying the Selected Channel

The Ident key is used to identify which module is installed in the selected channel. For example, with channel 1 selected,

press and observe the display. Assuming that the Agilent 60502A 300 Watt Module is installed in channel 1, the display will indicate:

"l 60V 60A"

Assume that the Agilent 60501A 150 Watt Module is installed in channel 2. Select channel 2 by pressing

. Now, press

and observe that the display indicates:

"2 60V 30A"

 

Using The Function Keys

Most of an Electronic Load Module’s functions can be programmed using these keys. Figure 4-2 is a flow chart that shows a recommended programming sequence. Note that the sequence includes selecting a channel and turning the module’s input off before you program any values. This is a good practice because it insures that there is no input current while you are setting up your test program.

Programming is then accomplished by selecting a mode of operation (CC, CR, or CV) and setting the desired values for range (if applicable), the main operating level, and the slew rate. If transient operation is desired, set the transient level, make the desired frequency and duty cycle settings, and turn transient operation on. The settings you make will take effect at the selected channel’s input as soon as you turn the input on.

The programming ranges and the factory default values for a particular module are given in the applicable module-specific pages. If you program a value outside of the valid range, it will be ignored and the display will read "OUT OF RANGE". A few programming examples are given in subsequent paragraphs.

Note

In the programming examples that follow, it is assumed that channel 1 is selected and that a dc source is

 

connected to the associated module’s INPUT binding posts.

 

 

Turning the Input On/Off

The input can be toggled on and off by pressing . When the input is turned off, the message "INPUT OFF" will be displayed. The input on/off change does not use any slew setting, so the input will change at the maximum rate. Turning the input off does not change the programmed settings.

Turning the input on again restores the input to the programmed values and returns the display to the metering mode.

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Contents Operating Manual Certification Safety Summary Herstellerbescheinigung Safety SummarySymbol Description Manufacturer’s DeclarationPrinting History Page Table of Contents Installation Local OperationConsiderations for Operating in Constant Resistance Mode Remote OperationCalibration Page What’s In This Manual OptionsGeneral Information Safety Requirements SpecificationsDimensions Page Introduction Operation OverviewLocal/Remote Control Front Panel DescriptionRemote Programming Extended Power Operation Programmable FeaturesModes of Operation Constant Current CC Mode Immediate Current LevelTriggered Current Level Software Current Limit Constant Resistance CR ModeTransient Current Level Slew RateTriggered Resistance Level Constant Voltage CV ModeImmediate Resistance Level Transient Resistance LevelTriggered Voltage Level Transient Voltage LevelTransient Operation Hpsl Command Description Continuous Transient OperationPulsed Transient Operation Selects the external trigger input Selects pulsed transient operationSets pulse width to 1 millisecond Selects toggled operation Triggering a preset levelSelects the external trigger input source Triggering a transient pulseSlew Rate And Minimum Transition Time Risetime Transition LimitationInput Current, Voltage, and Power Measurement Transition Times and Slew Rates Short On/OffSaving and Recalling Settings Reading Remote Programming ErrorsInput On/Off Protection Features Resetting Latched ProtectionStatus Reporting Overpower OvervoltageOvercurrent Reverse Voltage Control ConnectorOvertemperature Remote SensingFault External Programming InputPage Installing The Modules InspectionPower Cord Configurations Procedure Installing The Mainframes Channel NumberTurn-On Checkout CoolingRack Mounting Line Voltage Switches Changing Line VoltageTurn-On/Selftest Gpib ErrorsChannel Errors Description Display DescriptionPower Test Controller ConnectionGpib Address Rear Panel Connectors and SwitchesWire Size Strip back AWGInput Binding Post Control Connector Sense SwitchIM and VM Pins Al and A2+Sand -S Com pin A3Trigger Connector Wiring ConsiderationsApplication Connections Local Sense Connections Stranded Copper Wire Ampere Capacity Wire SizeAmpacity Remote Sense ConnectionsMaximum Wire Lengths to Limit Voltage Drops Zero-Volt Loading Connections12. Local Sensing 14. Parallel Operation Page Local Operation Local OperationControls and Indicators Description Chan Keys Function Keys Local Control Overview Using The Chan Keys Identifying the Selected Channel Using The Function KeysSelecting the Channel Turning the Input On/OffRecommended Programming Sequence Programming Ranges Setting the Mode of OperationSetting CC Values ExamplesSetting CR Values Examples Setting CV Values Programming RangeTransient Operation Shorting The Input Using The System Keys Setting The Gpib AddressDisplaying Error Codes Changing Wake-up Settings Recalling the Factory Default ValuesPage Output Enter/Output StatementsGpib Address EnterGetting Data Back Sending a Remote CommandSelecting a Channel Output 705 MeascurrRemote Programming Commands Output 705INPUT on Output 705MEASCURR? CC Mode ExampleCV Mode Example Output 705 Chan 2INPUT OFF Output 705MODEVOLTRemote Programming Flowchart Sheet Remote Programming Flowchart Sheet Continuous Transient Operation Example CR Mode ExampleOutput 705INPUT on Output 705MEASPOW? Output 705CHAN 2INPUT OFF Output 705MODECURRPulsed Transient Operation Example Synchronous Toggled Transient Operation ExampleOutput 705CHAN 1INPUT OFF Output 705MODEVOLT Output 705 Trigsour TIM Page Equipment Required CalibrationEquipment Required for Calibration Calibration CommandsCharacteristics Recommended ModelCalibration Flowcharts Example ProgramsCalibration Flowchart for a Modules Calibration Flowchart for a Modules Calibration Flowchart for a Modules Program Listing for a Modules PausePause Subend Print Voltage Calibration Else END ifLine 610 Set low calibration point Calibration Flowchart for B Modules Calibration Flowchart for B Modules Calibration Flowchart for B Modules Program Listing for B Modules Clear Screen Print TABXY10,10CALIBRATION DoneWait 1260 If Flag then 1270 Output @LdRESReshipt 1280 Considerations For Operating In Constant Resistance Mode Considerations For Operating In Constant Resistance ModeConsiderations For Operating In Constant Resistance Mode Index IndexIndex Index 19, 20, 21 Agilent Sales and Support Offices Agilent Sales and Support OfficesManual Updates

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