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Fluke 5530A Operator's Manual

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5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A
Calibrator
Operators Manual
August 2022 Rev. 3, 3/25
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  • Page 1 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Calibrator Operators Manual August 2022 Rev. 3, 3/25 © 2022-2025 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 2 Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable international price.
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Title Page Introduction............................1 Contact Fluke Calibration ....................... 2 Safety Information..........................2 Specifications............................3 Service Information........................... 3 Operation Overview .......................... 3 Local Operation........................... 3 Remote Operation (GPIB)......................3 Remote Operation (RS-232) ....................3 Remote Operation (USBTMC) ....................4 Remote Operation (Ethernet) ....................
  • Page 4 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Calibration Information Setup Menu > Calibration ....................17 Setup Menu > Instrument Setup..................18 Setup Menu > System Settings..................19 Remote Port Setup......................20 Setup Menu > Self Test and Diagnostics ..............21 Setup Menu > Languages....................22 Setup Menu > About......................22 Function Menu ..........................25 Function Menu >...
  • Page 5 LComp Softkey..........................45 Set Resistance Output......................45 Set Capacitance Output ......................45 Set Inductance Output (Not Available on 5540A and 5530A) ........46 Set Temperature Simulation (RTD) Source............... 46 Set TC Source..........................47 Dual Output Menu (Not available on 5540A)................47 Set DC Power Output........................
  • Page 6 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Calibration Information Adjustment Procedure ......................58 Calibrate a Fluke 51 Thermometer..................60 Verification Procedure ......................60 Calibrate the Thermometer .....................61 Maintenance............................62 Update Firmware.........................63 Clean the Product ........................63 Replace the Mains Power Fuse....................63 Options and Accessories........................65 Rack Mount Kit ..........................66 IEEE-488 Interface Cable......................66 RS-232 Null-Modem Cables ....................66...
  • Page 7 Introduction The 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Calibrators (the Product or the Calibrator) addresses a wide calibration workload that includes 6.5 digit bench Digital Multimeters (DMMs), and comes with internal and external features that protect it against damage and make it easier to transport for on-site or ®...
  • Page 8 Product or the equipment under test. General Safety Information is located in the printed 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Safety Information document that ships with the Product. It can also be found online at www.fluke.com. More specific safety information is listed in this manual where applicable.
  • Page 9 Service Information Contact an authorized Fluke Calibration Service Center if the Product needs calibration or repair during the warranty period. See Unpack and Inspect. Please have Product information such as the purchase date and serial number ready when you schedule a repair.
  • Page 10 Instructions for cable connections other than line power can be found here: DUT connections: See Front Panel Operation For remote operation, and these topics, see the 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Remote Programmers Manual at www.fluke.com: • IEEE-488 parallel interface connection • RS-232C serial interface connection •...
  • Page 11 Trigger Cable (Comes with Scope Option) 643640 52120A Volt/Current Lead Kit: 4044919 FUSE 2.5A 250V SLOW (FOR 240V) 851931 Transit Case 55XXA/CASE, TRANSIT CASE 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Safety Information 5037050 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual www.fluke.com 5560A Specifications www.fluke.com 5550A Specifications www.fluke.com 5540A/5530A Specifications...
  • Page 12 The Product comes with the appropriate line power plug for the country of purchase. If you need a different type, see Table For the line power plug types available from Fluke Calibration. After you verify that the correct fuse for that line voltage is installed, connect the Product to a properly...
  • Page 13 Calibrator Prepare the Product for Operation Table 3. Line Power Cord Types Available from Fluke Calibration Number Type Voltage/Current Fluke Option Number North America 120 V/15 A LC-1 North America 240 V/15 A LC-2 Universal Euro 220 V/15 A LC-3...
  • Page 14 This passcode replaces the hardware calibration switches found on older calibrators such as the Fluke 5522A. As with the 5522A, the passcode also protects the ability to set the date for the internal real-time clock.
  • Page 15 Front Panel Operation. Remote operating instructions are provided in the 5560A/ 5550A/5540A/5530A Remote Programmers Manual at www.fluke.com. The front panel features Visual Connection Management Terminals. When you push E, after entering a value, the appropriate terminals illuminate, whether in Standby mode (Standby) or Operate mode (Operate).
  • Page 16 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Table 4. Front-Panel Features (cont.) Number Description Volts/Impedance (VZ) SENSE HI terminal - In voltage functions, or 2-wire / 4-wire compensation in impedance functions, use the Volts/Impedance (VZ) SENSE terminals to sense at the DUT. Use external sensing in the voltage functions when the DUT draws enough current to produce a significant voltage drop in the cables, and in the impedance functions when the DUT has a four-wire input.
  • Page 17 Calibrator Features Table 4. Front-Panel Features (cont.) Number Description Push Eto load the output settings that were entered with the Numeric and Output Units keys. If you push Ewithout identifying the units for the entry, in Single Output functions the Product assumes the primary unit of the presently-displayed function. In Error (edit) mode, E restores the output to the value of the reference.
  • Page 18 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual The Display A sample display is shown in Table 5. Note that this is only an example for reference. The Display changes and allows access to different portions of the user interface, depending upon what function the Calibrator is in.
  • Page 19 Calibrator Features Table 5. Sample Display (cont.) Number Description See Softkeys. Function Menu. Multi-Unit Phase Synchronization button sends a sync pulse from the primary Calibrator in a system with 2 or more Calibrators. Adjust Phase - Aux to Output button. Push to open the Adjust Phase panel and adjust the phase between Voltage and Current for AC Power functions.
  • Page 20 Connect the Calibrator to a DUT for details. Transformer Cover For 52120A amplifier control. The 10 MHz OUT BNC connector passes the internal or external 10 MHz clock signal to another 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A to synchronize one or more secondary product to a primary product.
  • Page 21 The IEEE-488 connector is a standard parallel interface to operate the Calibrator in remote control as a Talker/Listener on the IEEE-488 bus. See the 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Remote Programmers Manual at www.fluke.com...
  • Page 22 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Turn on the Calibrator XW Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury, make sure that the Product is grounded before use. Prior to powering up the Calibrator, make sure that the rear mains power switch is in the I (ON) position and the Soft Power button is illuminated.
  • Page 23 • Restore Default Calibration (calibration constants are deleted and the Product requires a full calibration to meet specifications) • Restore Default Setup (resets setup defaults including Instrument Setup values, System Setting values and Language) • Save Reports to USB (Saves Calibration Reports to USB flash drive. See 5560A/5550A/5540A/ 5530A Service Manual for details.
  • Page 24 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Setup Menu > Instrument Setup The Instrument Setup menu (Setup Menu > Instrument Setup) is the second choice of the list of submenus shown on the left of the Setup Menu. Parameters are nonvolatile and remain set after you reset the Product or when the Product power is turned on.
  • Page 25 Calibrator Menus Table 7. Product Setup Choices (cont.) Parameter Setting Choices Scientific Notation, Percent, Parts Per Million (x 10-6): Error Unit when <10 PPM, <100 PPM, <1000 PPM Percent, Base Units, Parts Per Million (x 10-6): when Specification Unit <1000 PPM, <10000 PPM, Always -180.0 to 180.0 Reference Phase Default Scope Overload Time Limit Default...
  • Page 26 Use the Remote Port Setup menu (inside the System Settings menu) to enable or disable USBTMC, GPIB, Ethernet, and RS-232 ports by toggling a green/white switch. Tapping the individual port buttons provides additional options and information. See the 5560A/5550A/5540A/ 5530A Remote Programmers Manual at www.fluke.com. The menu is: •...
  • Page 27 Calibrator Menus Setup Menu > Self Test and Diagnostics The Self Test and Diagnostics menu (Setup Menu > Self Test and Diagnostics) is the fourth choice of the list of submenus on the left of the Setup Menu. The Self Test and Diagnostics menu includes: •...
  • Page 28 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Setup Menu > Languages The Languages menu (Setup Menu > Languages) is the fifth choice of the list of submenus on the left of the Setup Menu. This menu changes the Display menus and controls to different languages. A flag indicates the current language selection.
  • Page 29 Calibrator Menus Table 9. Product Default Values (cont.) Parameter Default Value Report String 5560 hello world Verification Date 1970-01-01,00:00:00 Zero Adjust Date 1970-01-01,00:00:00 Mains Adjust Date 1970-01-01,00:00:00 Scope Adjust Date 1970-01-01,00:00:00 Unsecured Date 1970-01-01,00:00:00 PUD String 5560A Verification Count Verification Interval 1 yr Confidence Level Current Max...
  • Page 30 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Table 9. Product Default Values (cont.) Parameter Default Value Temperature Source Function TC Default Telnet Enabled true Telnet Port 3490 Telnet EOL Char CR/LF Telnet Interface Terminal Temperature Scale Default ITS90 USBTMC Enabled true Voltage Max 1020.0 Voltage Min -1020.0...
  • Page 31 Set AC Current Output Resistance Set Resistance Output Capacitance Set Capacitance Output Inductance Set Inductance Output (Not Available on 5540A and 5530A) RTD Source Set Temperature Simulation (RTD) Source TC Source Set TC Source Function Menu > Dual Output (Not available on 5540A) The Dual Output menu (Function Menu >...
  • Page 32 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Function Menu > Measure The Measure menu (Function Menu > Measure) consists of just the TC Measure function. See Measure Thermocouple Temperatures. Function Menu > Scope The Scope menu (Function Menu > Scope) is active once you install the scope options. See Scope Options.
  • Page 33 (thermal emfs), use connectors and conductors made of copper or materials that generate small thermal emfs when joined to copper. Avoid using nickel-plated connectors. Optimum results can be obtained by using Fluke Model 5730A-7002 Low Thermal EMF Test Leads, which are constructed of well-insulated copper wire and tellurium copper connectors. See Access the Fuse.
  • Page 34 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual When to Use EARTH and GUARD Figure shows the internal connections made by the Guard setting. Chassis ground Internal guard shield GUARD OUTPUT LO signal ground Safety ground through ac line cord GUARD OUTPUT LO Chassis Ground...
  • Page 35 Output, Set Capacitance Output, Set Inductance Output (Not Available on 5540A and 5530A), and Temperature Simulation (RTD) Source. Note that compensated connections for capacitance and inductance are to compensate for lead and internal resistances, not for lead and internal capacitances or inductances.
  • Page 36 Figure Reference Impedance - four-wire compensated Resistance Impedance - two-wire compensated Capacitance Inductance (not available on 5540A or 5530A) Impedance - compensation off DC or AC Voltage DC Voltage/AC Voltage DC or AC Current <3 A DC Current/AC Current <3 A DC or AC Current ≤3 A...
  • Page 37 Calibrator Connect the Calibrator to a DUT TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX RANGE HOLD PEAK MIN MAX mA A Calibrator Figure 4. DUT Connection: Impedance (Two-Wire Compensation) TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX RANGE HOLD PEAK MIN MAX mA A Calibrator Figure 5.
  • Page 38 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual TRUE RMS MULTIMETER 5522A CALIBRATOR MIN MAX RANGE HOLD PEAK MIN MAX mA A Figure 6. DUT Connection: DC Voltage/AC Voltage TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX RANGE HOLD PEAK MIN MAX mA A Figure 7. DUT Connection: DC Current/AC Current <3.1 A...
  • Page 39 Calibrator Connect the Calibrator to a DUT TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX RANGE HOLD PEAK MIN MAX mA PA Figure 8. DUT Connection: DC Current /AC Current ≥ 3.1 A Chart Recorder Input Figure 9. DUT Connection: Temperature (RTD) (Three-Terminal Connection)
  • Page 40 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Figure 10. DUT Connection: Temperature (Thermocouple) For Figure 10, connection wiring must match the thermocouple type (for example, K, J). RMS Versus p-p Amplitude The Calibrator ranges for non-scope ac functions are specified in rms (root-mean-square; the effective value of the waveform).
  • Page 41 Calibrator Set an Output Note A useful feature of the user interface is that the Product can change from any single or dual output function to any other single or dual output function with the steps in this section. The exception to this are the scope functions and the temperature functions (TC Source, RTD Source, TC Measure).
  • Page 42 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual For all functions, except current, the terminals illuminate in green. For current functions, the terminals illuminate in blue. The sequence to enter an output is relatively the same for each function as in the previous example. In the sections below, the manual will not restate these entry steps but will detail where there are deviations from this procedure.
  • Page 43 Calibrator Function Menu Common Features and Functions Guard Softkey The Guard softkey is available for all function menus under the Single Output menu, Dual Output menu, and Measure menu functions. This softkey can be toggled between INTERNAL and EXTERNAL. For more information about guarding, see When to Use EARTH and GUARD.
  • Page 44 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Set Harmonic The Select Waveform slide-out menu provides a harmonic option in Dual AC Output functions when two sine waveforms are sourced.This feature allows the two outputs to be at different frequencies that are harmonically related. To set a harmonic: 1.
  • Page 45 Push E or tap x to exit the slide-out. Tapping x does not revert changes. Select Coils The Select Coil slide-out menu is available for ACI and DCI functions.This menu lets you select different Fluke coils. To select a coil: 1. Tap .
  • Page 46 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Sync Button The Sync button is available for Single Output and Dual Output ac functions. Because the button requires a longer explanation, see Synchronize the Calibrator Using 10 MHz IN/OUT. Comp Softkey The Comp softkey is available in Single Output menu Resistance, Capacitance, and Inductance functions.
  • Page 47 Calibrator Function Menu Common Features and Functions Lows Softkey The Lows (Low Potential Output Terminals) softkey is available in all Dual Output menu functions. The Lows of both channels must be tied together at a single point. This can be done internally, with the Lows TIED/OPEN toggle set to TIED (default), or externally at the DUT with the toggle set to OPEN.
  • Page 48 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Single Output Menu Set DC Voltage Output To set the dc voltage output (Function > Single Output > DCV), refer to Set an Output and the example shown in Table for output entry basics. Also see these sections: •...
  • Page 49 Calibrator Single Output Menu Set a Reference The Ref button is on the lower left of the ACV screen and opens a slide-out menu where you can set a new reference for accuracy of a new standard. 1. Tap the Ref button to open the Select Z slide-out menu.
  • Page 50 • Deliver proportional output current in ranges of 2 A, 20 A, or 120 A at frequencies to 10 kHz • Offer enhanced accuracy when used in closed-loop mode. See the 5560A, 5550A, or 5540A/5530A Product Specifications for specifications when used with the Product.
  • Page 51 Calibrator 52120A Softkey 52120A Softkey When ON, other related 52120A softkeys are enabled and the Calibrator communicates with the attached 52120A amplifiers to produce the requested current on the amplifier output terminals. Output Softkey The Output softkey is available for the DCI and ACI functions, under the Single Output menu when the 52120A amplifier is connected to the Product and the 52120A Softkey is set to ON.
  • Page 52 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Set Inductance Output (Not Available on 5540A and 5530A) Note Since this is a synthesized output, be sure the terminal connections from the Calibrator to the DUT are LO to LO and HI to HI. To set a synthesized inductance output at the front-panel OUTPUT terminals (Function > Single Output >...
  • Page 53 Calibrator Dual Output Menu (Not available on 5540A) 3. Tap the Apply button or push E. This closes the menu. The entry is copied to the RTD Type button. Tap x instead of Apply to close the menu without saving changes. Note that output values may automatically adjust according to the limits of the selected RTD type.
  • Page 54 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Set DC Power Output To set the dc power output (Function > Dual Output > DC Power), refer to Set an Output and the example shown in Table for output entry basics. The Calibrator produces a dc power output by sourcing a dc voltage on the OUTPUT HI and OUTPUT LO terminals and a dc current on the VI AUX or 30A and SENSE LO terminal outputs.
  • Page 55 Calibrator Measure Menu Set a Dual AC Voltage Output Note The VI AUX output is limited to 5 V rms for sine waves and 10 V p-p for square waves. To set a dual ac voltage output (Function > Dual Output > ACV ACV), refer to Set an Output and the example shown in Table...
  • Page 56 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Waveform Types AC voltage, ac current and ac power functions provide a waveform button to select between sine wave (sine) and square wave (square). Refer to Select Waveforms for additional information on waveforms available in Scope functions.
  • Page 57 Calibrator Editing and Error Output Settings Period Peak to Peak Increase Duty Cycle Decrease Duty Cycle Figure 12. Square Wave and Duty Cycle Editing and Error Output Settings All Calibrator outputs can be edited using the Edit knob and associated Selection keys. Using the knob in many cases opens an Error Mode slide out where the Error, Reference and Type (Error Reference, either Nominal Value or True Value), and sometimes Power is displayed.
  • Page 58 The Calibrator has two methods of displaying the DUT error. The first method, called the nominal method is used in the Fluke 57XXA and 55XXA Calibrators. The second method is called true value. Both methods are used in this Calibrator.
  • Page 59 Calibrator Set Output Limits The true value method is useful for large changes in output value. For example, if you apply 10.0000 V to an analog meter, and then adjust the Calibrator output to 11.0000 V such that the analog meter now reads exactly 10 V, the true value method will display: reference = +10.0000 V rel err = -9.0909 %...
  • Page 60 6. Tap Back to go to the prior Setup Menu screen or Exit to close the Setup Menu. Sample Applications See the subsequent sections for sample calibration examples for these models. • Fluke 77 Series IV Digital Multimeter (DMM) • Fluke 51 Digital Thermometer The Calibration process is made up of two procedures: •...
  • Page 61 This is an example procedure. The 77 Series IV Calibration Information Manual contains the authoritative verification and adjustment procedures for that product. This example uses the Fluke 55XXA/DMMCAL cable assembly and the Product to verify a Fluke 77 Series IV DMM.
  • Page 62 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Verification Procedure 1. Set the DUT function to the position called for in Table 16. 2. Apply the indicated Calibrator output to the DUT for each test. 3. To verify the performance of the DUT, make sure that the DUT reads within the limits shown in the Meter Response column.
  • Page 63 Calibrator Sample Applications Table 16. Performance Test - 77 Series IV DMM (cont.) Meter Response Test Steps Calibrator Output (Switch Position) Lower Limit Upper Limit 5 V 99 Hz 98.89 Hz 99.11 Hz 5 V 900 Hz 899 Hz 901 Hz AC Volts Frequency 5 V 50 kHz 49.94 kHz...
  • Page 64 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Adjustment Adjust the DUT if it fails the verification tests. The DMM buttons behave as follows when the calibration mode is enabled: Push and hold this button to test the present function. This measurement is uncalibrated and may be inaccurate.
  • Page 65 Calibrator Sample Applications Table 17. Adjustment- 77 Series IV DMM Function Input Value Adjustment Step (Switch Position) C-01 600.0 mV dc C-02 (DC Millivolts) 120.0 mV dc C-03 6.000 V dc C-04 60.00 V dc (DC Volts) C-05 600.0 V dc C-06 600.0 mV, 60 Hz C-07...
  • Page 66 Operators Manual Calibrate a Fluke 51 Thermometer The Fluke 51 Thermometer measures temperature using a type J or K thermocouple. The Calibrator simulates both thermocouples, simplifying testing and calibration. This section demonstrates how the Calibrator is used to calibrate this thermometer.
  • Page 67 [1] When changing thermocouple types, make sure to change the corresponding hookup wire. For example, K-type thermocouple wire changes to J-type thermocouple wire. Calibrate the Thermometer The procedure below refers to the Fluke 51 as the Device Under Test (DUT). Use copper hookup wire for all connections, except for steps 17 to 20. W Caution To prevent damage to the Fluke 51 Thermometer, use only the elastomeric switch pad supplied when directed to short the switch grid on the circuit board.
  • Page 68 This section explains how to perform the routine maintenance and calibration task required to keep a normally-operating Calibrator in service. Refer to the Service manual found on the Fluke Calibration website for intensive maintenance tasks such as troubleshooting, calibration or repair, and all procedures that require opening the cover of the instrument.
  • Page 69 Calibrator Maintenance Update Firmware To download and update the Product firmware, visit the Fluke website at www.fluke.com. Clean the Product Clean the case, front-panel keys, and Display with a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution that is not harmful to plastics.
  • Page 70 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Figure 15. Access the Fuse...
  • Page 71 RS-232 Null Modem Cable, 1.83 m (6 ft) (SERIAL 1 FROM HOST) to PC COM RS40 (DB-25) 5346298 5560A-2502, EAR, RACK, 7 in. Y5538 Rack Mount Kit for 5560A, 5550A, 5540A and 5530A 55XXA/DMMCAL Cable (See 55XXA/DMMCAL Cable) Y8021 Shielded IEEE-488 Cable 0.5 m (1.64 ft) Y8022 Shielded IEEE-488 Cable 2 m (6.56 ft)
  • Page 72 The PM8914/001 and RS40 null modem cables connect the Calibrator RS-232 Serial Port to a video display terminal, computer, or other serial device configured as DTE (Data Terminal Equipment). See the 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Remote Programmers Manual at www.fluke.com for the pinouts for the serial connectors.
  • Page 73 Calibrator Oscilloscope Calibration Options • The ability of the oscilloscope to trigger on and capture complex TV Trigger signals - Check with the Video function. • Oscilloscope input characteristics - Measure with the Measure Resistance and Measure Capacitance functions. • Oscilloscope input protection circuit- Test with the Overload DC and Overload AC functions. Oscilloscope Connections Use the cable supplied with the scope option to connect the SCOPE output on the Product to one of the channel connectors on the oscilloscope (see Figure 16).
  • Page 74 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Scope Menu The Scope menu offers the choices shown in Table 21. To use the Scope menu (Function Menu > Scope). Scope menu functions are explained in their respective sections. Table 21. Scope Menu Functions Menu Item...
  • Page 75 Calibrator Oscilloscope Calibration Options The Z button is available for DCV, ACV, and Waveform Generator Scope menu functions. When pushed, the button toggles the impedance between 1 MΩ and 50 Ω. Some scope functions show the static impedance value with a grayed-out button that indicates that it cannot be toggled. The V/DIV Slide Out Menu The V/DIV slide out menu, found in the scope dc and ac functions, sets the number of volts denoted by each division on the oscilloscope.
  • Page 76 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Set Scope AC Voltage Output To set the scope ac voltage (Function Menu > Scope > ACV), refer to Set an Output and the example shown in Table for output entry basics. The square wave button on this screen lets you invert the value between positive (...
  • Page 77 Calibrator Oscilloscope Calibration Options Set Scope Marker Output The Scope Marker function (Function Menu > Scope > Marker) sets an oscilloscope output and calibrates the timing response. Refer to Set an Output and the example shown in Table for output entry basics.
  • Page 78 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Set Scope Video Trigger Output To set the scope video trigger output (Function > Scope > Video), see Table for output entry basics. Note that for the scope video function, a field must be selected by tapping the screen so that a keyed in unitless value can be applied to the desired field.
  • Page 79 Calibrator Oscilloscope Calibration Options Measure Scope Resistance To use the Measure Scope Resistance function (Function > Scope > Resistance), select the desired DUT input impedance (50 Ω or 1 M Ω . See Connect the Calibrator to a DUT. Note The Product automatically goes to an Operate state when you engage the scope resistance function.
  • Page 80 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual W Caution To prevent damage to the oscilloscope, make sure that the power rating specifications of the oscilloscope match the voltages and currents that this test produces. To set the scope overload voltage output, refer to Set an Output and the example shown in Table for output entry basics.
  • Page 81 Calibrator Error Codes Error -192 result Too many dimensions to be returned Error -191 result Parameter type detection error Error -190 result Parameter is not a boolean type Error -157 result Unmatched bracket Error -154 result String size is beyond limit Error -153 result Parameter is not an unquoted string type Error -152 result Parameter is not an quoted string type Error -150 result Invalid string data...
  • Page 82 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Error 1504 result Cannot Store, Cal is Secured Error 1506 result Cannot Change the Date While Instrument is Secured Error 1507 result Continue command ignored Error 1508 result Backup command ignored Error 1509 result Cannot execute procedure backup request now...
  • Page 83 Calibrator Error Codes Error 4301 result Zero Cal convergence write failed Error 4302 result Zero Cal failed to take measurement Error 4303 result Zero Cal no starting value provided Error 4304 result Zero Cal pre-checkpoint sequence failed Error 4305 result Zero Cal failed to take checkpoint measurement. Error 4404 result UNKNOWN HARDWARE FAULT - USE THE POWER BUTTON TO TURN THE INSTRUMENT OFF AND BACK ON Error 4405 result Integrator limit exceeded...
  • Page 84 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Error 7006 result Not applicable Error 7007 result Cannot set Duty Cycle in this configuration Error 7008 result Cannot set Offset in this configuration Error 7009 result Range Lock disabled in this configuration Error 7010 result Compensation not available for this function...
  • Page 85 Calibrator Error Codes Error 7519 result Cannot have reference below [VALUE] in function [FUNCTION] Error 7520 result Cannot have reference above [VALUE] in function [FUNCTION] Error 7521 result Thermocouple offset is limited to +/- [VALUE] Error 7522 result Cannot use external sense on selected range Error 7523 result Function not available Error 7524 result Line Marker can range from 1 through [VALUE] with the selected frame format in function [FUNCTION]...
  • Page 86 5560A/5550A/5540A/5530A Operators Manual Error 8103 result Cannot read coefficients from the matrix Error 8104 result Missing required input for calculation Error 8106 result Failed to read matrix coefficients Error 8107 result TC Measurement is invalid Error 8108 result Lag bath input needs to be between -10 ° C and 70 ° C...

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