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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Version 1.9 October 2015...
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The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Chroma ATE INC. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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Any recommendations made by Chroma for use of its products are based upon tests believed to be reliable, but Chroma makes no warranty of the results to be obtained. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and no representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for Chroma any liability in connection with the sale of our products other than set forth herein.
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Material Contents Declaration The recycling label shown on the product indicates the Hazardous Substances contained in the product as the table listed below. : See <Table 1>. : See <Table 2>. <Table 1> Hazardous Substances Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybromodiphenyl Part Name Chromium...
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“” indicates that the level of the specified chemical substance exceeds the threshold level specified in the standards of SJ/T-11363-2006 and EU 2005/618/EC. Chroma is not fully transitioned to lead-free solder assembly at this moment; however, most of the components used are RoHS compliant.
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Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment : Programmable AC Source (Product Name/ Trade Name) 61501, 61502, 61503, 61504, 61505, 61601, 61602, 61603, 61604, 61605 (Model Designation) Chroma ATE INC. (Manufacturer Name) 66, Hwaya 1 Rd., Kueishan Hwaya Technology Park, Taoyuan County 33383, Taiwan...
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Failure to comply with these precautions or specific WARNINGS given elsewhere in this manual will violate safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Chroma assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
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Safety Symbols DANGER – High voltage. Explanation: To avoid injury, death of personnel, or damage to the instrument, the operator must refer to an explanation in the instruction manual. High temperature: This symbol indicates the temperature is now higher than the acceptable range of human. Do not touch it to avoid any personal injury.
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Protection Plates In order to protect the terminals of the Chroma 61500/61600 AC power source from damage during shift or transportation, users can choose to install the enclosed rear panel protection plates (2 pieces) as an option. Installation Instruction: Remove the 4 screws from both sides of the rear panel (Figure 1).
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“COUPLE Mode of Output (AC+DC, AC, DC) “THREE PHASE MODE” “PARALLEL MODE” “The GPIB Capability of the AC Source” May 2005 Change the address and phone no. of Chroma Aug. 2005 Modify “The Rear Panel” “Input Connection” “Remote Sense Connection”...
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− “Rear Panel (with USB and Ethernet)” in the chapter of “General Information” − “USB and Ethernet Setting” in the chapter of “Local Operation” Modify the following sections: − “I/O Connectors (Option)” in the chapter of “Installation” − “CONF Functional List” in the chapter of “Local Operation”...
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Table of Contents General Information ....................1-1 Introduction ......................1-1 Key Features ......................1-1 Specifications ......................1-1 Names of Parts ...................... 1-3 1.4.1 Front Panel ....................1-3 1.4.2 Rear Panel (with GPIB) ................1-5 1.4.3...
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 3.7.2 OUTPUT DEGREE................... 3-17 3.7.3 Slew Rate of Output Transient ..............3-17 3.7.4 HIGH VOLTAGE OPTION ................ 3-18 3.7.5 THREE PHASE MODE ................3-19 Save and Recall ....................3-21 3.8.1 Save and Recall Output Setting ..............3-21 3.8.2...
General Information 1.1 Introduction The series of Chroma AC source 61601/61602/61603/61604 are high efficiency AC source which provide sine wave output with low distortion, and accurate measurement of power. The DSP microprocessor generates accurate, stable output voltage and frequency. The PWM design of power stage allows for full volt-ampere into loads.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Model 61601 61602 61603 61604 AC OUTPUT RATING Max. power 500 VA 1K VA 1.5K VA 2K VA Voltage Range 150V / 300V / Auto Accuracy 0.2%+0.2%F.S. 0.2%+0.2%F.S. 0.2%+0.2%F.S. 0.2%+0.2%F.S. Resolution 0.1 V 0.1 V 0.1 V...
General Information (300V RANGE) with maximum current to linear load. *2: Load regulation is tested with sinewave and remote sense. *3: Efficiency is tested on input voltage 110V. 1.4 Names of Parts 1.4.1 Front Panel Figure 1-1 Front Panel Table 1-1 Description of the Front Panel Item Symbol Description...
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 3.8.1). If pressing the key on CHOICE PAGE, the user can save system data (see 3.8.2). Backspace and Minus command key: Pressing this key / - will erase the keyin number. Or it may show " - ", if no number is in front of cursor.
General Information 1.4.2 Rear Panel (with GPIB) Figure 1-2 Rear Panel Table 1-2 Description of the Rear Panel Item Name Description The label includes model number, series number of the AC Label source. The BNC connector inputs control waveform amplitude from Ext.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 1.4.3 Rear Panel (with USB and Ethernet) Figure 1-3 Rear Panel (With USB & Ethernet) Table 1-3 Description of the Rear Panel Item Name Description Ext. Ref. A BNC connector to control waveform amplitude via external analog (simulated).
Save all packing materials in case the instrument has to be returned one day. If any damage is found, please file a claim with the carrier immediately. Do not return the instrument to the factory without obtaining the prior RMA acceptance from Chroma. 2.2 Preparation for Use In the beginning, the instrument must be connected with an appropriate AC line input.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual To protect the operators, the wire connected to the GND terminal must WARNING be connected to the earth ground. Under no circumstances shall this AC source be operated without an adequate ground connection. Installation of the power cord must be done by a professional and in accordance with local electrical codes.
Installation 2.4 Output Connection The output terminal block is located in the rear of the AC source. Load connecting to the "N" and "L" is done at the output terminals. To meet the safety requirements, the safety cover must be fastened. The wires to the load must be sufficiently large gauges, so they will not overheat while carrying the output current.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 2.6 Power-on Procedure WARNING Before turning on the instrument, all protective earth terminals, extension cords, and devices connected to the instrument must be connected to a protective earth ground. Any interruption of the protective earth grounding will cause a potential shock hazard that could result in personal injury.
Installation The inner digital circuit of AC source maybe not reset if turn off power then turn on immediately. Waiting more than 3 seconds is suggested to turn on power after turning off. 2.7 I/O Connectors (Option) Figure 2-4 Option Board Figure 2-5 Option Board (with USB and Ethernet)
Local Operation Local Operation 3.1 Introduction The AC source can be configured to operate in local or remote mode. The operation in remote mode through a remote GPIB controller or RS-232C will be described in Chapter Seven. In this section the operation in local mode through the keypad on the front panel for data entry and test is going to be described.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Figure 3-1...
Local Operation 3.3 MAIN PAGE (Output Setting & Measurement) When the user turns on the AC source, after self testing steps, the display shows the MAIN PAGE. The upper line of display shows the output settings. The state of default output settings can be set on POWER ON STATUS in CONF functional list (see 3.6.3).
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual : It is the DC composition measurement readings of Voltage in Volts. : It is the DC composition measurement readings of Current in Amperes. : It is the peak current measurement in Amperes. : It is I surge, and only measured from the occurrence of output transition as defined in 3.5.8.
Local Operation BUZZER = ON OUTPUT RELAY = ON [ SETUP ] DATALOCK = OFF Is START = 0.0 Is INTERVAL= 50.0 ms 3.5.1 RANGE The AC source supplies full range of output voltage with three options of 150 V, 300 V, or AUTO.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual MAIN PAGE is restricted by RANGE. For example, in 150V RANGE, although Vac LIMIT=200V, the largest value of Vac setting is 150V. 3.5.3 Vdc LIMIT (+), Vdc LIMIT (-) Vdc LIMIT (+) and Vdc LIMIT (-) limit the setting value of Vdc on MAIN PAGE. The user can set both on SETUP functional list (see 3.5).
Local Operation 2. Press , then press to change ENTER the value to “4.00”. I LIMIT(A) = 4_ DELAY(S) = 0.0 3. The cursor moves to the command line of “DELAY(S) = ” automatically. I LIMIT(A) = 4.00 DELAY(S) = 0.0_ 4.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 2. Turn RPG to change the option from ON to OFF, then press Buzzer = OFF ENTER 3.5.7 DATALOCK The AC source allows the user to lock data entries, so the pre-defined parameters can be protected from being modified by an unauthorized person.
Local Operation 3.6 CONF Functional List On CHOICE PAGE (see 3.4), press then , choose the CONF functional list. ENTER PAGE CHOICE = 2_ 1. SETUP 2.CONF 3.OUTPUT 4. MANUAL CALI REMOTE INHIBIT = OFF [ CONF ] EXT. V =OFF COUPLE = AC-AMPLIFIER ...
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual POWER ON STATUS : Output = OFF [ CONF ] Vac = 0.0 F = 60.00 Vdc = 0.0 3.6.1 REMOTE INHIBIT The output of the AC source can be inhibited by the external control or by manual trigger.
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Local Operation Vout (ac) = Vref (ac) / 7.072 Vac × 300 Vac (300V RANGE) Vout (ac) = Vref (ac) / 7.072 Vac × 150 Vac (150V RANGE) Example (1): set Vout to 100Vdc: Select RANGE = 300V in SETUP functional list, apply external V= 2.357Vdc, the Vout = 100Vdc.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual the formula if F>1000Hz : Vref (pk-pk, V) × F (Vref, Hz) < 10000 VHz Because of the bandwidth limitation of AC source, the output may distortion. Especially when external V reference consists of high frequency composition.
Local Operation protocol is set as follows: To set parity=ODD, baud rate=19200. 1. Move the cursor to the command line of PARITY. PARITY= NONE_ BAUD=9600 2. Turn RPG to select ODD, then press PARITY=ODD BAUD=9600_ ENTER 3. The cursor moves automatically to the setting position of “BAUD”.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Move the cursor to Gateway line. Gateway =0_ .0 .0 .0 Press 5,0,ENTER, 1,0,0 ENTER, 1,5,0,ENTER 2,5,5,ENTER Gateway =50 .100 .150 .255_ to set Gateway address. The range of IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway settings is from 0 CAUTION to 255.
DC source. But it can supply positive and negative DC voltage without changing output connector. Chroma 61600 AC source have AC/DC/AC+DC output function, at DC WARNING output part, it’s still different from really DC source, the reason as below: 1.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 61500 AC SOURCE DC OUTPUT Fixture Board 150uH / 8uH Capacitor Discharge Output 1uF/630V Ω / 10W / 20W 470uF/450V Ω Resistor of Bridge Discharger Diode Illustration for fixture: Bridge diode: Because of internal control circuit of AC source, if users connect more than 20uF capacitor at output side, it may cause output unstable.
Local Operation 3.7.2 OUTPUT DEGREE The AC source can control the transition angle of the waveform when it out or quit. The user set DEG ON and OFF to achieve it in OUTPUT functional list (see 3.7) The procedures for setting output phase angle DEGREE ON=90 and OFF=180, are described as below: 1.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Press , then press ENTER Vs (V/ms) = 0.200 to change the value to “0.2”. The cursor moves to the command line Fs (Hz/ms) = 0.100 of “Fs (Hz/ms)=” automatically. Press , then press...
Local Operation 3.7.5 THREE PHASE MODE When users need a three-phase AC power, it's allowed to assemble three AC sources to be a three-phase AC power. Users can set 3-PHASE MODE on OUTPUT functional list (see 3.7). The AC source setting as MASTER sends SYNchronized signal to SLAVEs to position phase angle.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual The DEGREE of MASTER is 0, and the DEGREE of SLAVE is 120, it means the SLAVE is 120 degree lead of MASTER. The first cycle of SLAVE waveform will be distorted if the DEG ON (output on degree, see 3.7.2) doesn’t be set correctly.
Local Operation example, if the MASTER DEG ON = 90, the DEG ON of SLAVE must be 210 (120 + 90 = 210). Another SLAVE must DEG ON = 330 (240 + 90 = 330). If the DEG OFF (quit degree, see 3.7.2) of MASTER and SLAVE are IMMED, the MASTER phase angle will quit on zero degree, and the SLAVE will quit on 120 or 240 degree.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual CHOICE 1 - 9, PRESS (ENTER) TO SAVE MAIN PAGE 1. Vac = 0.0 F = 60.00 Vdc = 0.0 2. Vac = 120.0 F = 60.00 Vdc = 0.0 3. Vac = 0.0 F = 60.00...
Local Operation The cursor stays in channel 1. The user can press to select channel or use , or press then to change page to the destination. The cursor stays SHIFT in channel 2. after pressing . The display is shown as below. CHOICE 1 - 9, PRESS (ENTER) TO RECALL 1.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual PAGE CHOICE = 1_ 1. SETUP 2.CONF 3.OUTPUT 4. MANUAL CALI Save all parameters to Group ( 1 - 3 ) : 1_ Press to choose one group to save, then press to confirm. The display ENTER will show the saving status sentence about three seconds as below.
Local Operation 3.9 Protection The AC source provides protection for software and hardware. When protection is happened, the AC source will quit the output and turn off the output relays, then show the condition of protection in display. If any protection is triggered to hold normal output, please remove the errors, then press to unlock the protection so as to resume the normal ENTER...
Calibration Calibration 4.1 Introduction The ac source built a simple way to calibrate the output and measurement accuracy without opening cover. Users can do it just follow the procedures step by step. A voltage meter, current meter, suitable load and +5V dc source are needed for while calibration procedure. Connections for these instruments please refer to Figure 4-1.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual PAGE CHOICE = 4_ 1. SETUP 2.CONF 3.OUTPUT 4. MANUAL CALI Enter Password : _ ( You can get password in user's manual ! ) Enter Password : * * * * ( You can get password in user's manual ! ) The Password of entering calibration procedure is "...
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Calibration CALIBRATION CHOICE = 1 1. V OUT AND MEAS. 2. I MEAS. 3. EXT V. Please Remove Load Before Calibrating Press <ENTER> to start 1. V OUT AND MEAS. ACCURACY CALI 150V RNG A. KEYIN THE MEASURED Vdc Vdc offset = _ ...
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Then press , then to change to next step. SHIFT 1. V OUT AND MEAS. ACCURACY CALI 150V RNG C. ( ENTER ) THEN CHECK OUTPUT IS 15VAC D. ( ENTER ) THEN KEYIN DVM MEAS. 150VAC ...
B, 16A. Key in the exact value of current measured by current meter. The output current of step B. and step C. are shown as below: Model Step B. Step C. 61601 (500 VA) 0.4 A 61602 (1000 VA) 0.8 A 61603 (1500 VA) 1.2 A...
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Press ( ENTER ) to save . Press ( PAGE/EXIT ) not to save . The resistance of applied load must be constant, so that the load current is proportional to output voltage. If not, the step B of CURRENT MEAS.
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Calibration 3. EXTERNAL Vref CALI 150V RANGE B. INPUT EXT. V 5VDC - WAIT TWO SECOND KEYIN EXT. V DVM MEAS. 0.000_ (ENTER) In above step B of EXTERNAL Vref CALI., the user apply +5Vdc to Vref BNC connector from outer DC source.
Theory of Operation Theory of Operation 5.1 General The AC source consists of 9 print circuit boards and other components. Each of the PCBs has its specific function that will be described in the following subsection. 5.2 Description of Overall System Figure 5-1 shows the overall system.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Output Power Relay V and I Measure Filter Control Stage I Board G Board Input Power Filter Power Power Power Stage Stage Stage System Power Board Connector Signal Board Board B Board Board Control...
Self Test & Troubleshooting Self Test & Troubleshooting 6.1 General This section describes the self test steps and suggested troubleshooting procedures when AC source does not function normally. If the problem cannot be solved using the information given here, consult the distributor whom you purchased the unit. 6.2 Self-test When power-on the AC source, it performs a series of self-test.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Press to ignore the NG. ENTER If no PROTECTION, press to change to MAIN PAGE. PAGE/EXIT Program a small voltage as 10Vac then press , see the measurement from OUT/QUIT LCD display if V is about 10V or not.
Remote Operation Remote Operation 7.1 General Information The AC source can be controlled remotely through the GPIB or the RS-232C port. The GPIB port is mostly used, but the RS-232C port is helpful too. Technically speaking, the GPIB interface is quite different from the RS-232C interface. The GPIB interface is an 8-bit parallel data bus owning a host of bus commands for synchronization, and up to one Megabyte transfer rate.
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual IBM PC AC Source No Connection No Connection No Connection No Connection No Connection No Connection 7.2 The GPIB Capability of the AC Source GPIB Description Interface Capability Functions Talker/Listener Commands and response messages can be sent and AH1, SH1, T6, L4 received over the GPIB bus.
Remote Operation 7.3 Introduction to Programming All commands and response messages are transferred in form of ASCII codes. The response messages must be read completely before a new command is sent, otherwise the remaining response messages will be lost, and a query interrupt error will occur. 7.3.1 Conventions Angle brackets <...
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 7.3.5 Basic Definition Command Tree Table: The commands of the AC source are based on a hierarchical structure, also known as a tree system. In order to obtain a particular command, the full path to that command must be specified.
Remote Operation Program Message Terminator (<PMT>): A program message terminator represents the end of a program message. Three permitted terminators are: (1) <END>: end or identify (EOI) (2) <NL>: new line which is a single ASCII-encoded byte 0A (10 decimals). (3) <NL>...
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual are sent, data out of range error will be produced. Such kind of error can be avoided by reversing the order, or sending the commands in one program message. For the above example, the program message VOLTage : AC 220 ;...
Remote Operation *IDN? Return the AC source identification string Return Parameter Chroma ATE 61600,123456,1.00,1.01,1.02 Chroma ATE : Company name 61600 : Model name 123456 : Serial number 1.00, 1.01,1.02 : Firmware version of display, waveform and remote *RCL<n> Restore the values of the specific group which is previously stored in memory.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 7.6.2.1 FETCH & MEASURE Sub-system FETCh | MEASure [ : SCALar] : CURRent : AC? Query the rms current : DC? Query the DC current level : AMPLitude : MAXimum? Query the peak current...
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Remote Operation MEASure : FREQuency? Return Parameters : <NR2> FETCh [ : SCALar] : POWer : AC [ : REAL] ? MEASure [ : SCALar] : POWer : AC [ : REAL] ? Description : These queries return the true power which is being output at output terminals in watts.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 7.6.2.2 OUTPUT Sub-system OUTPut [: STATe] : RELay : SLEW : VOLTage : AC : DC :FREQuency :COUPle :PROTection :CLEar OUTPut [: STATe] Description : This command enables or disables the output of the AC source.
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Remote Operation Description : This command clears the latch that disables the output when an overcurrent (OC), overtemperature (OT), overpower (OP) or remote inhibit (RI) is detected. All conditions which have generated the fault must be removed before the latch is cleared. Query Syntax : None Parameters...
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual [SOURce :] CURRent : INRUsh : INTerval Description : This command sets the measuring interval of the inrush current measurement. Query Syntax : [SOURce :] CURRent : INRUsh : INTerval? Parameters : <NR2>, valid range: 0.0 ~ 999.9 (unit: ms) Return Parameters : <NR2>...
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Remote Operation Query Syntax : [SOURce :] VOLTage : RANGe? Parameters : LOW | HIGH | AUTO Return Parameters : LOW | HIGH | AUTO 7.6.2.4 CONFIGURE Sub-system [SOURce :] CONFigure : INHibit : EXTernal : COUPling [SOURce :] CONFigure : INHibit? Description : This command sets REMOTE INHIBIT state.
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual Query Syntax : [SOURce :] PHASe : OFF? Parameters : <NR2>, valid range: 0.0 ~ 360.0, 360.0: mean is IMMED. Return Parameters : <NR2> 7.6.2.6 STATUS Sub-system STATus : OPERation [: EVENt]? : ENABle...
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Remote Operation bits from the Questionable Event register to set the questionable summary (QUES) bit of the Status Byte register. Query Syntax : STATus : QUEStionable : ENABle? Parameters : <NR1>, valid range: 0 ~ 65535 Return Parameters : <NR1> STATus : QUEStionable : NTRansition Description : These commands make the values of the Questionable NTR register set...
Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual 7.6.2.7 SYSTEM Sub-system SYSTem : ERRor? : VERSion? : LOCal : REMote SYSTem : ERRor? Description : This command queries the error string of the command parser. Query Syntax : SYSTem : ERRor? Parameters...
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Remote Operation * SAV<n> Save the AC source status * SRE Set request enable register * STB? Return status byte * TST? Return the self-test result of the AC source Instrument Commands FETCh | MEASure [ : SCALar] : CURRent : AC? : DC? : AMPLitude : MAXimum?
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Programmable AC Source 61601/61602/61603/61604 User’s Manual : PLUS : MINus : RANGe [SOURce :] PHASe : ON : OFF [SOURce :] CONFigure : INHibit : EXTernal : COUPling STATus : OPERation [: EVENt]? : ENABle : QUEStionable : CONDition : ENABle...
Appendix A Pin Assignment of TTL Signal Appendix A Pin Assignment of TTL Signal 9-Pin D-Type Male Connector: Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal / Remote-Inhibit / FAULT-OUT AC-ON / Remote-Inhibit: When voltage level of this pin becomes LOW, it can inhibit the output of AC source (See 3.6.1).
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how many device we can connect through this source???
The Chroma 61601 AC source has one output connector, so it is designed to connect to one device at a time.
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