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  • Page 1 2553A Precision DC Calibrator IM 2553A-01EN 3rd Edition...
  • Page 2 Product Registration Thank you for purchasing YOKOGAWA products. YOKOGAWA provides registered users with a variety of information and services. Please allow us to serve you best by completing the product registration form accessible from our website. http://tmi.yokogawa.com/ PIM 103-04E...

  • Page 3: List Of Manuals

    Thank you for purchasing the 2553A Precision DC Calibrator. The 2553A is a DC calibrator that sources DC voltage, DC current, and resistance. It also sources thermoelectromotive force and resistance that simulate those of a temperature sensor. DC voltage ±100 nV to ±32 V DC current ±10 nA to ±120 mA...

  • Page 4: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Unpack the box and check the contents before operating the instrument. If the wrong items have been delivered, if items are missing, or if there is a problem with the appearance of the items, contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer. 2553A Check that the product that you received is what you ordered by referring to the model name and suffix code given on the name plate on the rear panel.
  • Page 5 If the suffix code is -Y, a power cord is not included. Optional Accessories (Sold separately) The following optional accessories are available for purchase separately. For information about ordering accessories, contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer. Item Model/Part No.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Store this manual in a safe place close to the instrument so that you can refer to it immediately. Keep this manual until you dispose of the instrument. YOKOGAWA assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
  • Page 7 WARNING Use the Instrument Only for Its Intended Purpose The 2553A is a DC calibrator that sources DC voltage, DC current, and resistance. It also sources thermoelectromotive force and resistance that simulate those of a temperature sensor. Use the 2553A only for these purposes.
  • Page 8 Safety Precautions Measurement Category The measurement category of the 2553A terminals is Other (O). Do not use it for main power supply circuits or circuits that fall under Measurement Categories II, III, and IV. Install or Use the Instrument in Appropriate Locations •...
  • Page 9 Utiliser l'instrument aux seules fins pour lesquelles il est prévu Le 2553A est un calibreur c.c. qui émet de la tension c.c., du courant c.c. et de la résistance. Il émet également une force thermo-électromotive et une résistance qui stimulent celles des capteurs de température.
  • Page 10 Safety Precautions Catégorie de mesure La catégorie de mesure des bornes 2553A est O (Other, Autre). Ne l'utilisez pas pour les circuits d'alimentation principale ou ceux correspondant aux catégories de mesure II, III et IV. Installer et utiliser l'instrument aux emplacements appropriés •...

  • Page 11: Regulations And Sales In Each Country Or Region

    Authorized Representative in the EEA Yokogawa Europe B. V. is the authorized representative of Yokogawa Test & Measurement Corporation in the EEA for this product. To contact Yokogawa Europe B. V., see the separate list of worldwide contacts, PIM 113-01Z2.

  • Page 12: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Note Calls attention to information that is important for the proper operation of the instrument. IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 13 Indicates a communication command that corresponds to some of the features described on the procedural explanation page. Characters and Terminology Used in Procedural Explanations Dial and Switches Bold characters used in the procedural explanations indicate dials and switches on the panel. IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Setting Reference Junction Compensation ..............6-11 Selecting the Temperature Unit ..................6-15 Chapter 7 GP-IB Interface GP-IB Interface Features and Specifications ..............7-1 Connecting through the GP-IB Interface ................7-3 Configuring the 2553A GP-IB Settings ................7-5 Responses to Interface Messages ................... 7-8 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 15 Chapter 8 Ethernet Interface Ethernet Interface Features and Specifications ............... 8-1 Connecting to the Ethernet Interface ................8-2 Configuring the 2553A Ethernet Settings ................. 8-3 Chapter 9 USB Interface USB Interface Features and Specifications ..............9-1 Connecting through the USB Interface ................9-2 Configuring the 2553A USB Interface ................
  • Page 16 User Definitions of Thermocouples and RTDs ........... App-5 Appendix 5 List of Default Settings and Settings That Are Saved ........App-9 Appendix 6 About the IEEE 488.2-1992 Standard .............. App-10 Appendix 7 ASCII Character Codes ..................App-11 Index IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 17 SETUP menu when available → sec. 4.2 RJC indicators Indicates the current RJC mode. → sec. 6.5 REMOTE indicator Illuminates when the 2553A is in remote mode (controlled through communications) → sec. 7.1, 8.1, 9.1 ON indicator Illuminates when voltage,...
  • Page 18 Used when writing user-defined files for thermocouple and RTD temperature output from a PC to the 2553A (USB mass storage) → sec. 6.4 Used when controlling the 2553A remotely from a PC through the USB interface (USB-TMC) → ch. 9 Top and Bottom Panels...

  • Page 19: Digital Numbers And Characters

    Because this instrument uses a 7-segment LED display to show output settings, special characters are used to display numbers, letters, and mathematical symbols as shown below. Some of the characters shown below are not used by this instrument. ^(power) Lowercase c Lowercase h Index IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Features

    Sink − 1 By absorbing the current from a voltage source such as a distributor, the 2553A can simulate a load, like a two-wire transmitter. 2 Excludes the 10 mV range. When using the 10 mV range, do not apply external voltage or current.
  • Page 21 2.1 DC Voltage, DC Current, and Resistance Sourcing DC Current Sourcing The source range and output voltage for each current range are shown below. The 2553A outputs the specified DC current, within the range limited by the maximum output voltage, to the load circuit connected to the output terminals.
  • Page 22 2553A using an RJ sensor and source thermoelectromotive force that is corrected using the measured temperature. • If an RJ sensor is not connected to the 2553A or is not detected, the 2553A applies its internal RJC.
  • Page 23 The data that you create are written to the 2553A in the following manner. • Write the user-defined data saved in a file to the 2553A using the USB mass storage feature. • Transmit the user-defined data for each temperature range using communication commands. The transmitted data is written to the 2553A.

  • Page 24: Other Features

    Error Log Display The error log keeps a record of error codes that occur in communication and self-tests while the 2553A is on. You use the SETUP menu to display the error log. The error log is cleared when the power is turned off.
  • Page 25 Handling Precautions Safety Precautions If you are using the 2553A for the first time, make sure to read “Safety Precautions,” on pages iv and Do Not Remove the Case Do not remove the case from the instrument. Some parts of the instrument use high voltages and are extremely dangerous.
  • Page 26 Never place objects such as other instruments or objects that contain water on top of the instrument. Doing so may damage the instrument. For details on stacking the 2553A, see section 3.2. Keep Electrically Charged Objects Away from the Instrument Keep electrically charged objects away from the input and output terminals.

  • Page 27: Installing The 2553A

    Installing the 2553A WARNING • Do not install the instrument outdoors or in locations subject to rain or water. • Install the instrument so that you can immediately remove the power cord if an abnormal or dangerous condition occurs. CAUTION If you block the vent holes on the top and bottom of the instrument, the instrument will become hot and may break down.
  • Page 28 • Seul un instrument peut être empilé sur un autre instrument. Ne pas empiler plusieurs instruments les uns sur les autres. Rubber leg cap A9088ZM Rear bottom leg Note If you attach the front rubber leg cap, you will not be able to stack the 2553A. IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 29 Model 751533-J3 Rack mount kit (for mounting one 2553A on a JIS standard rack) 751533-J3 Model 751534-E3 Rack mount kit (for mounting one 2553A on an EIA dual mount rack) 751534-E3 Model 751534-J3 Rack mount kit (for mounting one 2553A on an JIS dual mount rack) 751534-J3 An outline of the mounting procedure is given below.

  • Page 30: Connecting To The Power Supply

    • Toujours utiliser une rallonge avec broche de mise à la terre, à défaut de quoi l’instrument ne serait pas relié à la terre. • Si une sortie CA conforme au câble d’alimentation fourni n’est pas disponible et que vous ne pouvez pas relier l’instrument à la terre, ne l’utilisez pas. IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 31 Check that the voltage supplied to the instrument is less than or equal to the maximum rated voltage of the power cord that you will be using before use. Three-prong outlet 2553A Index IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 32: Turning On And Off The Power Switch

    • Initialize the 2553A settings → section 13.8, “Initializing the Settings.” If the 2553A still does not work properly after checking these items, contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer for repairs. If an error code is displayed, check the information in section 13.3, and take the appropriate actions.
  • Page 33 The same is true when the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. The next time the power is turned on, the instrument powers up using the stored settings (for the settings that are stored, see appendix 5). Index IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 34: Wiring Precautions

    • Use twisted-pair lead wires to prevent oscillation. • When using the 10 mV range or any of the thermocouple ranges, do not apply external voltage or current. Doing so may damage the voltage divider inside the 2553A. 3-10 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 35 • Utiliser une paire torsadée de câbles pour éviter l’oscillation. • Avec une gamme de mesure de 10 mV ou toute autre valeur de gammes de thermocouples, ne pas alimenter en tension externe, ni courant. Cela pourrait endommager le diviseur de tension à l’intérieur du 2553A. Index 3-11...

  • Page 36: Connecting Wires

    RJ externe. Vérifier l’orientation de la fiche avant de la brancher. Wire the lead wires from the target device to the output terminals of the 2553A. The output terminals are binding posts with 4 mm banana jacks (female). Wire them in the following manner.
  • Page 37 Current sinking (absorption) is possible in any of the voltage or current ranges. For example, by absorbing the current from a voltage source such as a distributor, the 2553A can simulate a load, like a two-wire transmitter. For the maximum sink current, see “DC Voltage Sourcing” or “DC Current Sourcing” in section 2.1.
  • Page 38 Wiring to the External RJ Sensor Input Terminal To wire an external reference junction (RJ) sensor to the external RJ sensor input terminal on the rear panel of the 2553A, follow the procedure below. Wiring an RJ Sensor to the Terminal Plug Loosen the screws on the top of the terminal plug (these screws are used to fix lead wires in place), and insert stripped lead wires into the lead wire connection terminals.

  • Page 39: Chapter 4 Setup Menu

    Value: 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 Example: 255.(1) 255.(2) 255.(3) 0(4) Displays the MAC address Displayed characters: 12 characters, each character ranging from a to f and 0 to 9 Example: 00.00.(1) 12.34.(2) 56.78(3) To USB on the next page Index IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 40 Displays or clears the error log. See section 13.5. Displays the error log CLEAR Clears the error log INIT Initializes the 2553A to its factory default settings. See section 13.8. INFO Displays the product information. See section 13.9. FIRM Displays the firmware version...

  • Page 41: Using The Setup Menu

    • When a value is being set, each dial sets the value of the digit immediately above it. Carrying over and borrowing occur automatically within the selectable range. • At the menu level for switching the auxiliary information display, the right-most output setting dial is used to switch the display. Index IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 42 The setting returns to the original value. Note If you clear the error log, initialize the settings, and so forth, you cannot undo it. Confirm that it is okay to perform such operation before execution. IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 43 1 mA, 10 mA, 30 mA, 100 mA Resistance Range 400 Ω. Note The 2553A does not have an auto range feature that automatically switches the range according to the output setting. <<Command Mnemonic>> :SOURce:FUNCtion {VOLTage|CURRent|RESistance} :SOURce:RANGe {< Voltage >|< Current >|< Resistance >}...

  • Page 44: Specifying The Output Setting And Polarity

    ±1.20000 mA 10 nA 10 mA ±12.0000 mA 100 nA 30 mA ± 32.000 mA 1 µA 100 mA ±120.000 mA 1 µA Resistance Ranges Range Selectable Range Resolution 400 Ω 18.00 Ω to 400.00 Ω 0.01 Ω IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 45 <<Command Mnemonic>> :OUTPut:POLarity {NORMal|INVerted} :SOURce:FUNCtion {VOLTage|CURRent|RESistance} :SOURce:LEVel {< Voltage >|< Current |< Resistance >|MINimum|MAXimum} :SOURce:SLEVel {< Voltage >|< Current |< Resistance >|MINimum|MAXimum} Index IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 46: Turning The Output On And Off

    Explanation Turning the Output On and Off When the output is turned on, the 2553A will source the specified voltage, current, or resistance from the output terminals. • If you change the range setting, the output automatically turns off.

  • Page 47: Chapter 6 Temperature-Sensor-Simulation Thermoelectromotive-Force And Resistance Sourcing

    French ATTENTION Avec des gammes de thermocouples, ne pas alimenter en tension externe, ni courant. Cela pourrait endommager le diviseur de tension à l’intérieur du 2553A. Procedure Turn the RANGE dial to select TEMP. The TEMP indicator illuminates, and the TEMPERATURE dial is enabled.
  • Page 48 R, S, B, J, T, E, K, N, C, A, TC USER* * If you select TC USER, the thermoelectromotive force of a user-defined thermocouple can be sourced. For details how to write user-defined data to the 2553A, see section 6.4. For the data definition specifications, see appendix 4.
  • Page 49 RTD USER -9999.9°C to +9999.9°C 0.1°C * If you select RTD USER, the resistance corresponding to the user-defined temperature can be sourced. For a detailed procedure, see section 6.4. For details on definition expressions, see appendix 4. Index IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 50 <<Command Mnemonic>> :OUTPut:POLarity {NORMal|INVerted} :SOURce:FUNCtion {TCouple|RTD} :SOURce:LEVel {< Temperature >|MINimum|MAXimum} :SOURce:SLEVel {< Temperature >|MINimum|MAXimum} IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 51: Turning The Output On And Off

    In such situations, wait until the output stabilizes. Also while the 2553A is generating output, keep the output terminal temperature from changing due to the effects air conditioning, other heat sources, and the like.

  • Page 52: Writing User-Defined Data

    2553A. If you find out that the PC connected to the 2553A is infected with a computer virus, turn off the 2553A. Computer viruses in the 2553A will be erased.
  • Page 53 Connecting the 2553A to the PC through USB Using a USB cable, connect the USB port (type B) on the rear panel of the 2553A to the PC. See the USB interface specifications in section 9.1 and the connection diagram in section 9.2.
  • Page 54 • The user-defined data file name is fixed. When placing the file in the 2553A IN folder, an error will not occur even if a different file name is used. However, make sure to rename the file to TCUSER.TXT or RTDUSER.TXT before performing step 10 on the next page.
  • Page 55 Connecting the 2553A to the PC through USB The USB port on the rear panel of the 2553A is type B. The USB port on the PC is type A. Connect the 2553A to the PC using a USB cable with a type B connector on one end and type A connector on the other.
  • Page 56 In the factory default condition or when user-defined data is deleted with a communication command, the 2553A will not have data written in its internal memory. If you select to source a user- defined thermoelectromotive force or resistance, the 2553A will respond in the following manner.

  • Page 57: Setting Reference Junction Compensation

    Internal RJC is applied. After several seconds Right-most output setting dial Internal When an external RJ sensor is connected and the 2553A has detected it : On : Blinking : Off Manual input When the setting is not When the setting is 0.00°C...
  • Page 58 The SETUP indicator turns on. RANGE dial Turn an output setting dial to select RJC. Flip the POLARITY switch down. The RJC menu appears. POLARITY switch Output setting dials (use any) 3. Displays the RJC menu 2. Select RJC. 6-12 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 59 RJ sensor. • When an External RJ Sensor Is Not Detected If an RJ sensor is not connected to the 2553A or is not detected, the 2553A applies its internal RJC. RJ sensors 257875 are sold separately as accessories. An RTD Pt100 can also be used as an RJ sensor.
  • Page 60 6.5 Setting Reference Junction Compensation Manual Input You can set the reference junction temperature with the output setting dials. The 2553A sources thermoelectromotive force that is corrected using the specified temperature. If you do not want to apply correction (not use the RJC function), set the temperature to 0.00°C.
  • Page 61 4. Select CEL or FAR. Explanation On models with the -UF suffix code, you can select the temperature unit. You can set the temperature using the selected unit. CEL: °C FAR: °F <<Command Mnemonic>> :SYSTem:UNIT {C|CEL|F|FAR} Index 6-15 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 62: Chapter 7 Gp-Ib Interface

    • With the exception of turning the power switch on and off, you can use the reception feature to specify the same settings that you specify by using the front panel keys. • The 2553A can receive panel setup parameters, error codes, and other output requests from a controller.
  • Page 63 Switching between Remote and Local Modes When Switching from Local to Remote Mode The 2553A switches to remote mode when it is in local mode and receives a REN (Remote Enable) message from the PC. • The REMOTE indicator turns on.
  • Page 64 • On the PC end, use a GP-IB board (or card) made by National Instruments. For details, see section 7.1. • The 2553A may not operate properly if the 2553A is connected to the PC through converters (such as a GP-IB to USB converter). For more details, contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer.
  • Page 65 7.2 Connecting through the GP-IB Interface CAUTION Be sure to turn off the PC and the 2553A before you connect or remove communication cables. Otherwise, erroneous operation may result, or the internal circuitry may break. French ATTENTION Toujours mettre le PC et le 2553A hors tension avant de brancher ou de débrancher des câbles de communication, pour éviter tout dysfonctionnement ou panne du circuit interne.

  • Page 66: Configuring The 2553A Gp-Ib Settings

    Configuring the 2553A GP-IB Settings Procedure Turn the RANGE dial to select SETUP. The SETUP menu appears. 1. Select SETUP. The SETUP indicator turns on. RANGE dial Selecting the GP-IB Interface Turn an output setting dial to select GPIB. Flip the POLARITY switch down.
  • Page 67 7.3 Configuring the 2553A GP-IB Settings Turn the two output setting dials on the right to set the GP-IB address. Flip the POLARITY switch down. The GP-IB address is confirmed. Flip the POLARITY switch up. The menu returns to the previous level.
  • Page 68 PC or other device. • The command type setting takes effect when you turn the 2553A off and then back on. If you select COMP, the 2553A will not accept standard commands nor communicate using the USB or LAN interface.

  • Page 69: Responses To Interface Messages

    They are classified as follows: Uni-line Messages A single control line is used to transmit uni-line messages. The following three types are available. • IFC(Interface Clear) • REN(Remote Enable) • IDY(Identify) IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 70 Secondary address address command The 2553A supports interface messages marked with a «. Note Difference between SDC and DCL In multi-line messages, SDC messages are those that require talker or listener designation and DCL messages are those that do not require a designation. Therefore, SDC messages are directed at a particular instrument while DCL messages are directed at all instruments on the bus.

  • Page 71: Chapter 8 Ethernet Interface

    When Switching from Remote to Local Mode When the 2553A is in remote mode and you flip the OUTPUT switch to the LOCAL side, the 2553A switches to local mode. However, this does not work if the 2553A has received a :COMMunicate:LOCKout ON command from the PC.

  • Page 72: Connecting To The Ethernet Interface

    RJ-45 modular jack Notes on Connection • To connect the 2553A to a PC through a hub or router, use straight cables. To directly connect the 2553A to a PC (one-to-one connection), use a crossover cable. • Use a network cable that supports the data rate of your network.
  • Page 73 Configuring the 2553A Ethernet Settings Procedure Turn the RANGE dial to select SETUP. The SETUP menu appears. 1. Select SETUP. The SETUP indicator turns on. RANGE dial Selecting the Ethernet Interface Turn an output setting dial to select LAN. Flip the POLARITY switch down.
  • Page 74 8.3 Configuring the 2553A Ethernet Settings Setting the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway Turn an output setting dial to select IP (IP address), MASK (subnet mask), or GATE (default gateway). Flip the POLARITY switch down. Of the four octets of the IP, MASK, or GATE, the first octet appears.
  • Page 75 8.3 Configuring the 2553A Ethernet Settings Displaying the MAC address Turn an output setting dial to select MAC. Flip the POLARITY switch down. Of the six octets of the MAC address, the first and second octets appear. POLARITY switch Output setting dials (use any) 5.
  • Page 76 Internet. If you are connecting the 2553A to a network with a DHCP server, you can turn on the DHCP setting. If you do, the IP address will be automatically assigned to the 2553A when it is connected to the network, so you do not have to set the address.
  • Page 77 When Switching from Remote to Local Mode When the 2553A is in remote mode and you flip the OUTPUT switch to the LOCAL side, the 2553A switches to local mode. However, this does not work if the 2553A has received a :COMMunicate:LOCKout ON command from the PC.

  • Page 78: Connecting Through The Usb Interface

    • Be sure to insert the USB cable connector firmly into the USB port. • Do not connect or remove the USB cable from the time when the 2553A is turned on until operation becomes available (approximately 20 to 30 seconds). Doing so may damage the 2553A.

  • Page 79: Configuring The 2553A Usb Interface

    Configuring the 2553A USB Interface Procedure Turn the RANGE dial to select SETUP. The SETUP menu appears. 1. Select SETUP. The SETUP indicator turns on. RANGE dial Selecting the USB Interface Turn an output setting dial to select USB. Flip the POLARITY switch down.
  • Page 80 Install the YOKOGAWA USB TMC (Test and Measurement Class) driver on your PC. For information about how to obtain the YOKOGAWA USB TMC driver, contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer. You can also access the YOKOGAWA USB driver download web page and download the driver.

  • Page 81: Chapter 10 Programming Overview

    Messages are used to exchange information between The program message unit syntax is shown below. the controller and the 2553A. Messages that are sent from the controller to the 2553A are called program messages, and messages that are sent from the 2553A <Program header>...
  • Page 82 Separate the data from the header with a space. Deadlock For details, see section 10.3. The 2553A can store at least 1024 bytes of messages in its transmit and receive buffers (the number of <Response Data> available bytes varies depending on the operating Response data contains the content of the response.

  • Page 83: Commands

    • When Concatenating Commands of the Same There are three types of commands (program Group headers) that a controller may send to the 2553A. The The 2553A stores the hierarchical level of the commands differ in their program header formats.
  • Page 84 Some upper-level queries of a group, which may be comprised of more than three hierarchical levels, can cause the 2553A to transmit all the lower level settings. The response to an upper-level query can be sent back to the 2553A as a program message. This enables the settings that were present when the upper-level query was made to be reproduced later on.
  • Page 85 The 2553A normally returns response headers with the lower-case section removed. You can configure the 2553A so that full headers are returned. Use the COMMunicate:VERBose command for this purpose. The sections enclosed in square brackets ( [] ) are also omitted in the abbreviated form.
  • Page 86 Any of the forms <NR1> to <NR3> Celsius Temperature °C Fahrenheit Temperature °F (only on models • The 2553A can receive decimal values that are sent with the -UF suffix code) from the controller in any of the forms <NR1> to Second Time <NR3>.
  • Page 87 #B<Binary value made up of the digits 0 and 1> <Block Data> <Block data> contains 8-bit values. It is only used in • <Register> is not case sensitive. response messages on the 2553A. The syntax is as • Response messages are always expressed in the follows: <NR1> form.

  • Page 88: Synchronization With The Controller

    (see section 12.4). You can determine whether approximately 500 ms • Using the COMMunicate:WAIT Command (response time of the 2553A) has elapsed after The COMMunicate:WAIT command is used to wait the output value is changed by reading bit 3 of the for a specific event to occur.

  • Page 89: List Of Commands

    11-3 :COMMunicate:LOCKout Sets/clears local lockout. 11-3 :COMMunicate:REMote Sets the 2553A to remote or local mode. On is remote mode. 11-3 :COMMunicate:VERBose Sets or queries whether the response to a query is returned fully spelled out 11-3 or in its abbreviated form.
  • Page 90 11-12 :SYSTem:COMMunicate:USB:FUNCti Sets or queries the USB feature (USB-TMC/storage). 11-12 :SYSTem:REBoot Restarts the 2553A when the specified time elapses. 11-12 :SYSTem:RJC:RESister Sets or queries the resistance of the sensor to be used for the external 11-12 reference junction for 0°C.
  • Page 91 Description For details on the extended event register, see :COMMunicate:LOCKout? section 12.4. :COMMUNICATE:LOCKOUT ON Example :COMMUNICATE:LOCKOUT? -> :COMMUNICATE:LOCKOUT 1 :COMMunicate:REMote Function Sets the 2553A to remote or local mode. On is remote mode. :COMMunicate:REMote <Boolean> Syntax :COMMunicate:REMote? ON|1: Remote OFF|0: Local :COMMUNICATE:REMOTE ON Example :COMMUNICATE:REMOTE? ->...

  • Page 92: Output Group

    :SOURce:FUNCtion command. • If the output setting goes outside the selectable range of the source function when you change the polarity, the output will turn off. In this condition, the output cannot be turned on. 11-4 11-4 IM 2553A-01EN IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 93: Source Group

    :SOURce:FUNCtion command to set the • To set the value with the sign, use the source function to RESistance. :SOURce:SLEVel command. If you set range of a different source function, a “131: Invalid suffix” error will occur. Index 11-5 11-5 IM 2553A-01EN IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 94 RJ sensor. :SOURCE:RJC:TEMPERATURE? Example Otherwise, a correction is performed using -> :SOURCE:RJC:TEMPERATURE:MANUAL 0.0 the temperature of the 2553A output terminals Description The manual-input reference junction temperature (internal). is returned. • INTernal A correction is performed using the temperature :SOURce:RJC:TEMPerature:AUTO of the 2553A output terminals (internal).
  • Page 95 RTD, execute the commands :SOURCE:RJC:TEMPerature:EXTernal? Syntax in the following table. :SOURCE:RJC:TEMPERATURE:EXTernal? :SOURCE:RTD:WRITE Example Writes the user definitions to the 2553A’s -> :SOURCE:RJC:TEMPERATURE: internal memory. The user definitions take EXTERNAL 0.0 effect. Description If the reference junction temperature is outside :SOURCE:FUNCTION RTD the measurement range, 9.9E+37 or –9.9E+37 is...
  • Page 96 F is displayed in place of C. You can set to positive. change the temperature unit from the 2553A front • Before setting <Voltage>, use the panel (see section 6.6). You can also use the :SOURce:FUNCtion command to set the :SYSTem:UNIT command.
  • Page 97 The user definitions take suffix code, F is displayed in place of C. You can effect. change the temperature unit from the 2553A front :SOURCE:FUNCTION TCOUPLE panel (see section 6.6). You can also use the Sets the source function to TCouple.

  • Page 98: Status Group

    :STATus:ERRor? :STATUS:QMESSAGE OFF Example :STATUS:QMESSAGE? Function Queries the error code and message of the last -> :STATUS:QMESSAGE 0 error that has occurred (top of the error queue). :STATus:ERRor? Syntax :STATUS:ERROR? Example -> 113,"Undefined header" 11-10 11-10 IM 2553A-01EN IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 99: System Group

    <String> = "x.x.x.x": x = 0 to 255 :SYSTEM:COMMUNICATE:ETHERNET: Example <String> = "x.x.x.x": x = 0 to 255 GATEWAY "192.168.0.1" :SYSTEM:COMMUNICATE:ETHERNET: Example :SYSTEM:COMMUNICATE:ETHERNET: MASK "255.255.255.0" GATEWAY? :SYSTEM:COMMUNICATE:ETHERNET:MASK? -> :SYSTEM:COMMUNICATE:ETHERNET: -> :SYSTEM:COMMUNICATE:ETHERNET: GATEWAY "192.168.0.1" MASK "255.255.255.0" Index 11-11 11-11 IM 2553A-01EN IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 100 11.6 SYSTem Group :SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB? :SYSTem:REBoot Function Queries all the GP-IB communication settings. Function Restarts the 2553A when the specified time :SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB? Syntax elapses. :SYSTem:REBoot < Time > Syntax :SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB:ADDRess <Time> = 0 (S) to 60 (S) :SYSTEM:REBOOT 3 Function Sets or queries the GP-IB address.
  • Page 101 In this case, bit 2 of the standard event register Example is disabled. This means that bit 5 (ESB) of the Description The 2553A does not have overlap commands. 1 status byte register is not set to 1, even if a is always returned.
  • Page 102 When receiving a response from Description • Specify the value as a sum of the values of the 2553A, set the timeout to a relatively large each bit in decimal format. value. • For example, specifying *SRE 239 will cause...

  • Page 103: Chapter 12 Status Reports

    & & & & & & Standard event register Extended event enable register & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & Extended event register Transition filter Condition register Index 12-1 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 104 For example, use the *ESE command to set the standard event enable register bits to 1 and 0. You can use the *ESE? command to query whether the standard event enable register bits are ones or zeros. For details on these commands, see chapter 11. 12-2 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 105: Status Byte

    1 when an error occurs. of the service request enable register is 1, bit 6 (MSS) See section 12.5. is set to 1, and the 2553A requests service from the • Bit 3 EES (Extend Event Summary Bit) controller.

  • Page 106: Standard Event Register

    Command names are misspelled, or character You can also check what type of event occurred in the data that is not one of the available options has 2553A by reading the contents of the standard event been received. register. • Bit 4 EXE (Execution Error)
  • Page 107 The specified extended event register bit is set to 1 when the corresponding condition register bit changes from 1 to 0. BOTH The specified extended event register bit is set to 1 when the corresponding condition register bit changes from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0. NEVer Always zero. Index 12-5 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 108: Output And Error Queues

    • When a deadlock occurs (see section 10.1). • When a device clear command (DCL or SDC) is received. • When the 2553A is restarted. The *CLS command does not clear the output queue. You can determine whether or not the output queue is empty by checking bit 4 (MAV) in the status byte.

  • Page 109: Chapter 13 Troubleshooting, Maintenance, And Inspection

    Refer To Nothing appears on the 7-segment LED display when the power is turned on. Securely connect the power cord to the 2553A and to the power outlet. Set the supply voltage and frequency to within the permitted range. The output does not turn on.

  • Page 110: Error Indication

    13.2 Error Indication The polarity or output setting display on the 2553A blinks or turns off if a setting is outside the selectable range or if a setting inconsistent with other settings is specified. This section explains the indications, possible causes, and their corrective actions.
  • Page 111 For example, this will occur if the thermocouple type is B and the reference junction temperature is –20°C. * Even if it goes outside the defined range, the 2553A will expand the definition up to the reference junction temperature setting or the measured reference junction temperature and output thermoelectromotive force after applying reference junction compensation.
  • Page 112 Check the connection conditions or load. 3.5, 3.6 E.035 An overcurrent load was detected. Check the connection conditions or load. 3.5, 3.6 E.040 An error was detected in the user definition file. Check the syntax. Appendix 4 13-4 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 113: Communication Error Messages

    — Invalid expression. Mathematical operations cannot be used. ch. 11 Expression data not allowed. Mathematical operations cannot be used. ch. 11 Invalid outside macro definition. The 2553A does not support the IEEE 488.2 macro — specifications. Index 13-5 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 114 Check that the specified options are all installed. — Expression error. Mathematical operations cannot be used. — Macro error. The 2553A does not support the IEEE 488.2 macro — specifications. Macro execution error. The 2553A does not support the IEEE 488.2 macro —...
  • Page 115 Communication commands cannot be executed because — the RANGE dial is set to SETUP. System Errors (900/999) Code Message Corrective Action Page 911 to CPU board error. For details about the message and corrective action, 13-4 see section 13.3. Index 13-7 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 116: Displaying The Error Log

    If there are, an error code and log number are displayed. If there are multiple logged errors, turn the output setting dial to select a log number. The error code corresponding to the log number will be displayed. POLARITY switch Output setting dials (use any) 5. Display the error log. 4. Select LOG. 13-8 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 117 • Log numbers range from 1 to 64. Up to 64 errors can be logged. If more than 64 errors occur, communication error code 350 will occur. Check by connecting the 2553A to a PC through a communication interface. Clearing the Error Log You can clear the error log.

  • Page 118: Instrument Error Detection And Clearance

    For details on warning codes, see section 13.3. Clearing the Warning If a warning is detected and the 2553A trips, eliminate the cause, and then clear the warning display. • Flip the OUTPUT switch down (OFF) to clear the warning display.
  • Page 119 • When a self-test completes successfully, “DONE” will be displayed. • If an error is detected, an error code will be displayed. Error code Note • For details on error codes, see section 13.3. • If multiple errors occur, the error codes are displayed alternately. Index 13-11 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 120: Initializing The Settings

    Turn an output setting dial to select INIT. Flip the POLARITY switch down. EXEC appears. Flip the POLARITY switch down again. The 2553A settings are initialized. POLARITY switch Output setting dials (use any) 3. 4. Execute initialization. 2. Select INIT.
  • Page 121 If You Selected FIRM, LOGIC1, LOGIC2, or BOOT in Step 4 Flip the POLARITY switch down. The selected product information is displayed. Display Example Selected LOGIC1 in step 4 Displays the LOGIC1 version Flip the POLARITY switch down. Proceed to step 8. Index 13-13 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 122 Explanation Firmware (FIRM), Logic (LOGIC1 and LOGIC2) and Boot (BOOT) Information The version of each program for controlling the 2553A system is displayed. You may need to check these when you update or repair the system. Serial Number (SER.NO) You can view the 2553A serial number (instrument number).

  • Page 123: Calibration And Adjustment

    13.10 Calibration and Adjustment Calibration We recommend that you calibrate the 2553A once a year to maintain its accuracy (1 year accuracy). Contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer to have your 2553A calibrated. Adjustment Contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer to have your 2553A adjusted. You can also adjust the 2553A by yourself.

  • Page 124: Chapter 14 Specifications

    2 Specifications under standard operating conditions. If the ambient temperature is between 5°C to 18°C or 28°C to 40°C, add the temperature coefficient compensation to the accuracy. Immediately after sinking current that exceeds 30 mA, errors exceeding the accuracy specifications may occur due to the increased temperature inside the 2553A. Output Noise Range 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz...
  • Page 125 2 Specifications under standard operating conditions. If the ambient temperature is between 5°C to 18°C or 28°C to 40°C, add the temperature coefficient compensation to the accuracy. Thermocouple Thermoelectromotive Force Source The 2553A sources thermoelectromotive force that corresponds to the specified temperature. Type Source Range...
  • Page 126 ±0.3°C of reference junction temperature measurement error. • The 2553A’s internal reference junction temperature measurement accuracy is ±0.3°C. • The external reference junction temperature measurement accuracy when the RJ sensor 257875 (sold separately) is used with the 2553A is ±0.3°C (typical value).
  • Page 127 14.1 Source Section RTD Resistance Source The 2553A sources resistance that corresponds to the specified temperature. Type Source Range Resolution Excitation Current Pt100 -200.0°C to +850.0°C 0.1°C 0.5 mA to 2 mA RTD USER -9999.9°C to +9999.9°C 0.1°C 0.5 mA to 2 mA...

  • Page 128: Functions

    The next time the power is turned on, the 2553A starts with those settings. Error log Logs the error codes of the errors that the 2553A detects. The error log can also be displayed. Self-test Performs a self-test on its condition.

  • Page 129: External Input

    HS (High Speed; 480 Mbps) and FS (Full Speed; 12 Mbps) Supported protocols USBTMC-USB488 (USB Test and Measurement Class Ver.1.0) GP-IB commands can be used through USB. Mass Storage Class Ver. 1.1 The 2553A can be accessed from a PC. 14-6 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 130 After warm-up time has passed Warm-up time Approx. 30 minutes (after acclimatizing the 2553A to the operating environment for at least an hour) If the instrument has been stored in a hot-temperature, high-humidity environment, warm up the instrument for at least a day.
  • Page 131 Pollution degree 2 applies to normal indoor atmospheres (with only non-conductive pollution). 3 The measurement category of the 2553A terminals is Other (O). Do not use it to measure the main power supply or for Measurement Categories II, III, and IV.

  • Page 132: Rj Sensor 257875 Specifications

    Approx. 1 mA Withstand voltage 100 VAC for 1 minute between the 257875 measurement section and the 2553A case (Withstand voltage when the sensor is connected to the 2553A’s external RJ sensor input terminal) Cord length Approx. 1.95 m •...

  • Page 133: External Dimensions

    14.7 External Dimensions Unit: mm Rear view (24.5) 28.5 Unless otherwise specified, tolerances are ±3% (however, tolerances are ±0.3 mm when below 10 mm). 14-10 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 134: Appendix

    The 2553A does not use relays to invert the polarity, so glitches due to polarity switching do not occur. The isolated side is surrounded by a guard potential to suppress the effects of common-mode noise.

  • Page 135: Appendix 2 Thermocouple Calibration Wiring Examples

    0°C reference junction (ice bath, 0°C reference temperature device, etc.) Configuring the 2553A Set the reference junction compensation mode to manual input (MAN) and the reference junction temperature to 0.00°C. For details on the configuration procedure, see section 6.5.
  • Page 136 In such a situation, use a relay terminal block that is at the same temperature as the ambient temperature. However, you will need a thermocouple or compensating lead wire. Configuring the 2553A Connect an external reference junction (RJ) sensor to the external RJ sensor input terminal on the rear panel.

  • Page 137: Appendix 3 Rtd Calibration Wiring Examples

    Red (B) Red, white, A, and B are defined in IEC 60751: 2008 and JIS C 1604: 2013. Configuring the 2553A Set the RTD, temperature, and the like, and calibrate. For details on the configuration procedure, see sections 6.1 to 6.3.
  • Page 138 Lower limit of Lower limit of Lower limit of temperature temperature temperature range 1 range 2 range k The 2553A calculates resistance Ru [Ω] at temperature t [°C] using the polynomial and outputs the resultant value. Index App-5 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 139: Appendix 4 User Definitions Of Thermocouples And Rtds

    Write the user-defined data from a definition file to the 2553A using the USB mass storage feature. Before the data is written , the 2553A checks for errors in the data. If there are no errors, the data will be written to the 2553A’s internal memory. If data is already written, it is updated. If there is an error, the contents in the internal memory will not be updated.
  • Page 140 Can be set using a fixed-point number or floating-point number. If omitted, 0 is set. Up to 21 coefficients can be set. Use a comma to delimit the coefficients. Set the coefficients so that the thermoelectromotive force or resistance do not exceed the maximum output. Index App-7 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 141 (') or double quotation marks ("). • You can assign a character to identify among different types of user definitions. • You can delete the user-defined data written in the 2553A’s internal memory. User-Definition Error Messages Error Message There is no TYPE description.

  • Page 142: Appendix 5 List Of Default Settings And Settings That Are Saved

    Resistance (R0) of the 100.00Ω external RJ sensor (Pt100) Temperature unit °C User definitions Thermocouple None None GP-IB Address interface Command type (TYPE) NORMAL Ethernet DHCP interface (LAN) IP address 192.168.0.1 Subnet mask 255.255.255.255 Default gateway 0.0.0.0 USB interface Index App-9 IM 2553A-01EN...

  • Page 143: Appendix 6 About The Ieee 488.2-1992 Standard

    Appendix 6 About the IEEE 488.2-1992 Standard The 2553A’s GP-IB interface conforms to the IEEE 488.2-1992 standard. This standard specifies that the following 23 items be stated in the document. This section describes these items. (8) A list of program data elements that can be used (1) Of the IEEE 488.1 interface functions, the...
  • Page 144 Appendix 7 ASCII Character Codes This section provides a table of ASCII character codes. ‘ ” & ’ < > (RUBOUT) Address Universal Listener Talker Secondary commands commands addresses addresses commands Example Octal GP-IB code ASCII character code Hexadecimal Decimal Index App-11 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 145 .............. 14-7 GP-IB address ............. 7-5, 11-12 power cord ................. iii GP-IB port................1-2 power switch ................1-1 GTL (Go To Local) ..............7-8 precautions .................v program data ................ 10-1 program header ..............10-1 Index Index-1 IM 2553A-01EN...
  • Page 146 ..............10-6, 14-7 TEMPERATURE dial .............. 1-1 terminal plug ................iii thermocouple ................6-2 top panel ................. 1-2 type B connector..............1-2 Page unit ..................10-6 unit display................1-1 USB driver ................9-4 USB port ................. 1-2 Index-2 IM 2553A-01EN...

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