Test 2-2: DC Accuracy

Description

The purpose of this test is to verify that the AFG meets its specifications for

DC accuracy.

Equipment Setup

•Connect equipment as shown in Figure 2-5

•Set DMM to DCV, autorange

Test Procedure

1.Reset the AFG:

*RST;*CLS

Reset AFG and clear

 

status registers

2.Set up the AFG to output a DC signal:

FUNC DC;

Select DC waveform

:OUTP:LOAD INF;

Infinite load

:VOLT MAX

Set amplitude

Perform steps 3 - 5 for each amplitude listed in Table 2-2:

3.Set up the AFG output filter as specified in Table 2-2. Use the appropriate command(s) below:

OUTP:FILT OFF

Disable filter

or

 

OUTP:FILT:FREQ 250KHZ

Select 250 kHz filter

OUTP:FILT ON

Enable filter

or

 

OUTP:FILT:FREQ 10MHZ

Select 10 MHz filter

OUTP:FILT ON

Enable filter

4.Set the AFG output amplitude:

VOLT <amplitude>

Set amplitude

where <amplitude> is the value specified in Table 2-2.

5.Trigger the DMM and record the reading.

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