Agilent Technologies 6843A, 6834B, 6814B manual Capabilities, Model Description

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Description

The ac source combines three instruments in one unit as shown in the following figure. The function generator produces waveforms with programmable amplitude, frequency, and shape. The power amplifier amplifies the function generator signal to produce the ac power for your application. The measurement functions range from a simple readback of rms voltage and current, to sophisticated capabilities such as waveform analysis.

DAC SOURCE

shunt

WAVEFORM

BIPOLAR

MEASUREMENT

GENERATOR

AMPLIFIER

BLOCK

POWERMETER

FFT ANALYZER

Figure 1-1. AC Source Functional Elements

The following model ac power sources are described in this User’s Guide:

Model

Description

Agilent 6814B

3000 VA single –phase operation

Agilent 6834B

1500 VA/ phase for three-phase operation

 

(4500 VA for single-phase operation)

Agilent 6843A

4500 VA single-phase operation

Capabilities

♦Programmable ac voltage, dc voltage, frequency, phase, and current limit.

♦Sine, square, clipped sine, and user-definable waveforms.

♦Voltage and frequency slew control.

♦Synthesized waveform generation for high resolution and accuracy in frequency, low waveform distortion, and glitch-free phase transitions.

♦Step and pulse output transients for generating surge, sag, dropout, and other line disturbance simulations.

♦Nonvolatile list programming for generating complex output transients or test sequences.

♦Three-phase/single-phase output capability (Agilent 6834B only)

♦Extensive measurement capability:

∙Ac rms, dc, ac+dc voltage and current and peak current.

∙Real, reactive, and apparent power.

∙Harmonic analysis of voltage and current waveforms gives amplitude, phase, and total harmonic distortion results up to the 50th harmonic.

∙Triggered acquisition of digitized voltage and current with extensive post-acquisition calculations.

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Contents User’s Guide AC Power Solutions Agilent Models 6814B, 6834B, and 6843ACertification Warranty InformationGeneral Safety SummarySafety Symbols EMC DeclarationPrinting History Acoustic Noise InformationTable of Contents Entry Keys Examples of Front Panel Programming Specifications Supplemental CharacteristicsPerforming the Calibration Procedure Error Number ListLocation Document OrientationTopic Agilent Part Number Safety ConsiderationsOptions, Accessories, and User Replaceable Parts Option DescriptionModel Description DescriptionCapabilities Ranges Output CharacteristicFront Panel/Remote Operation Output VA Capability AC Source Output Characteristic in real-time modePage Items Supplied CleaningInspection Damage Packaging MaterialNot block the fan exhaust at the rear of the unit LocationBench Operation Rack MountingInput Source and Line Fuse Installing the Power CordInput Connections Output Connections Output ConnectionsAmpacity and Resistance of Stranded Copper Conductors Wire ConsiderationsVoltage Drops Current RatingsRemote Sense Connections Remote Sense ConnectionsOutput Rating Trigger ConnectionsDigital Connections OVP ConsiderationsController Connections Gpib ConnectorRS-232 Data Format Interface CommandsRS-232 Connector RS-232 InterfaceNull Modem Interface Lines Response Data Terminator Hardware HandshakePreliminary Checkout IntroductionCheckout Procedure Using the KeypadProtclear Procedure Display ExplanationVolt Currprot OFF VoltprotCurrlev CurrprotLine Fuse Error MessagesCase of Trouble Page Front Panel, Overall View Front Panel DescriptionAC+DC System Keys Display Command FunctionImmediate Action Keys Annunciator On Phase SelectedFunction Keys KBESSEL, Rect Scrolling KeysMeter Display Keys Display MeasurementDisplay Output Control KeysRST CLS Protection and Status Control KeysAbort Trigger and List Control KeysInitimmed IMMThrough Are used for entering numeric values Is the decimal Entry KeysSet the output to 120 V rms as follows Setting the Output Voltage AmplitudeProcedure for Single-Phase AC Sources Examples of Front Panel ProgrammingTo verify the output, you can measure it as follows Procedure for Three-Phase AC SourcesPhase 3 to 235 Vrms Action DisplayOvercurrent protection feature as follows Setting the Output FrequencySetting a Protection Feature Voltm Step Using Transient Voltage ModesStep Transient VolttDcycle Pulse TransientVoltm Pulse WidthVoltm Fixed Voltm List Count List TransientAction Volt EOL Step Auto Trigger Delays and Phase SynchronizationSyncphas Initimmed Syncsour PhaseExample Display Example Voltm Step Syncsour Phase Syncphas InitimmedProgramming Slew Rates Using Slew Rates to Generate WaveformsSlewt Voltm FixedSlew Step SlewmCurrpeak Syncsour Phase SyncphasMeasuring Peak Inrush Current RangeAction Display To set the Gpib address, proceed as follows Setting the Gpib Address and RS-232 ParametersTo configure the RS-232 interface, proceed as follows Saving and Recalling Operating StatesAddress Noutputs Agilent 6814B Agilent 6834B Agilent 6843A SpecificationsTable A-1. Performance Specifications1 Table A-2. Supplemental Characteristics Supplemental CharacteristicsSpecifications a Page Recommended Model CharacteristicsEquipment Required Performing the Verification Tests Test SetupTurn-On Checkout Procedure Action Normal Result Voltage Programming and Measurement AccuracyRMS Current Readback Accuracy Agilent 6843A Current Measurement Accuracy Performing the Calibration ProcedureAgilent 6814B Current Measurement Accuracy Agilent 6834B Current Measurement AccuracyFront Panel Calibration Menu Enable Calibration ModeFront Panel Calibration Calibrating the OVP trip point Calibrating and Entering Voltage Calibration ValuesCalibrating and Entering Current Calibration Values Calpass Changing the Calibration PasswordCalibrating the Output Impedance Agilent 6843A only Saving the Calibration ConstantsAgilent Calibration Program Listing Calibration Error MessagesTable B-3. Gpib Calibration Error Messages Calibration Over the GpibFigure B-2. Calibration Program Listing Sheet 1 Figure B-2. Calibration Program Listing Sheet 2 Page Table C-1. Error Numbers Error Number ListError Messages Error Messages C Page Index Index Index Japan United States Latin AmericaCanada Australia/New Zealand Europe Asia PacificManual Updates
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6834B, 6843A, 6814B specifications

Agilent Technologies, a leader in electronic test and measurement equipment, offers a range of powerful signal sources including the 6843A, 6834B, 6814B, 6813B, and 6811B models. These instruments are designed to support various applications in research, development, and manufacturing, providing precise signal generation capabilities.

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Overall, Agilent Technologies' 6843A, 6834B, 6814B, 6813B, and 6811B signal generators offer an array of features and technologies that cater to various application needs. Their precision, reliability, and user-oriented designs position them as invaluable assets in any testing environment, ensuring engineers can carry out their work with confidence and accuracy.
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