Getting Started - Agilent Technologies 34980A User Manual

Agilent 34980A Multifunction Switch/Measure Unit
Mainframe User's Guide
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Getting Started

This chapter provides an overview of the 34980A's controls,
displays and connections; module assembly, wiring and
installation instructions; and some basics of operation with
examples. It is designed to allow you to gain quick
familiarity with the instrument and start using it.
Front Panel at a Glance
Rear Panel at a Glance
Rear Panel Connector Pinouts
Annunciator Display Indicators
Installing and Connecting Modules
Installing a Module 27
Wiring and Installing a Terminal Block
Instrument Rack Mounting
Operating the 34980A from the Front Panel Keyboard
Front Panel Menu Reference
Menu Example 1: Setting the Time and Date
Menu Example 2: Opening and Closing Channel Relays
Using the Measure Keys
Menu Example 3: Configuring the DMM for a Measurement
Menu Example 4: Configuring a Channel for a Measurement
Connecting the 34980A to Your Computer
Connecting Over LAN
Connecting Over GPIB
Connecting Over USB
Communicating with the 34980A
Operating the 34980A using the Integrated Web Browser Interface
Launching the Web Interface
Displaying the Browser Web Control Page
Selecting the "Allow Full Control" Mode
Setting a Web Browser Password
Closing and Opening Channel Relays
Modifying the Channel Configuration
Sending SCPI Commands Via the Web Interface
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