Using The Automatic Output Functions; Sourcing Ma - Martel PSC4010 Reference Manual

4.2 Using the Automatic Output Functions

There are two automatic output functions, step and ramp. The selected function can be
turned on and off using the Output Home Menu. The Automatic Output Function parameters
can be set in the Auto Function Menu.
Parameters include:
1. Which auto function will be available (Step or Ramp).
2. The Auto Function Time, time between steps for step and time to get from over one limit
to the next for ramp.
3. Step Size, the step size can be set to either 10% or 25%
The limits for the ramp and step functions are set to the 0% and 100% values. See Section
4.1 Setting 0% and 100% Output Parameters. Steps are in either 10% or 25% increments from
the 0% value to the 100% value.

4.3 Sourcing mA

To source a current, follow these steps:
1. Select the [CONFIG] option from the main menu. Choose [mA] from the primary
parameters.
2. Switch to input/output control, and select output [OUT].
3. Connect the leads to the mA terminals, as shown in Figure 8.
4. Enter the desired current using the keypad.
1000 ohms max.
+
–
12
UUT
Figure 8. Connections for Sourcing Current
mA OUT
0.000 mA
MENU
MEASURE / SOURCE
3W
+
mA+
V
Ω
Hz
4W
–
mA–
-25.00 %
LIGHT