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ADCMT 6146 User Manual

ADCMT 6146
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MANUAL NUMBER
C
Printed in Japan
ADC CORPORATION
All rights reserved.
6146/6156
DC Voltage/Current Generators
Operation Manual
FOE-00000064C00
First printing November 26, 2010
Applicable Models
6146
6156
2010
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Table of Contents

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ADCMT 6146 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandADCMT
Model6146
CategoryPortable Generator
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Summary

Warning Labels

Details about warning labels applied to ADC products and their meanings.

Basic Precautions

Essential safety precautions to prevent fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

Caution Symbols Used Within this Manual

Explanation of caution symbols used in the manual and their associated meanings.

Safety Marks on the Product

Identification of safety marks found on ADC products and their references.

Replacing Parts with Limited Life

Information on main parts with limited life and replacement guidelines.

Hard Disk Mounted Products

Operational warnings specific to products equipped with hard disk drives.

Precautions when Disposing of this Instrument

Guidelines for the proper disposal of the instrument and its harmful substances.

Environmental Conditions

Environmental Conditions

Specifies the required ambient conditions for proper operation and storage.

Operating Position

Details on the correct operating position and ventilation requirements.

Storage Position

Guidelines for storing the instrument in a stable and secure horizontal position.

Preface

Product Overview

An introduction to the DC Voltage/Current Generator, highlighting its features.

Operating Environment

Environmental Conditions

Describes the necessary environmental conditions for the 6146/6156.

Power Specification

Operating Check

Operation

Panel Description

Detailed description of the instrument's panels and their components.

Front Panel

Description of the various sections and controls on the front panel.

Rear Panel

Details of connectors and controls located on the rear panel.

Basic Operation

Setting Source Value

Instructions for setting the desired voltage or current source values.

Setting Limit Values

Procedure for setting the voltage and current limit values.

Menu Operation

Guide to navigating and operating the instrument's menu system.

Program Mode

Memory Recall Mode

Details on saving and recalling memory data for programmed outputs.

Scan Mode

Explanation of Hold, Single, and Repeat scan modes for memory recall.

Sweep Source Mode

Setting Sweep Conditions

Parameters for setting start, stop, step, and bias values for sweep operations.

Sweep Mode

Description of Hold, Single, and Repeat sweep modes.

Technical References

Load Connection

Information on connecting the load to the instrument's output terminals.

Remote Sensing (2-Wire or 4-Wire Connection)

Guidelines for using 2-wire or 4-wire connections for accurate voltage sensing.

Functions in Detail

Operations in DC Source Mode

Details on outputting voltage/current and handling range changes.

Source Function

Restrictions and operations related to switching source functions.

Limiter

Limiter Setting Ranges

Specifies the settable ranges for voltage and current limiters.

Alarm Detection

Describes alarm conditions and their prevention mechanisms.

External Control Signals

TRIGGER IN

Function and usage of the external trigger input signal.

READY OUT/SYNC OUT

Details on external control signal outputs for synchronization.

Operating Multiple 6146/6156

Synchronous Operation

Methods for synchronizing multiple units for source timing.

Serial Connection

Diagram and guidelines for connecting two units in series.

Self Test

Remote Programming

Using Interface

Selection and setup of GPIB, USB, and BCD interfaces.

Compatibility

Information on compatibility with the former model 6144.

GPIB

Overview

Introduction to GPIB interface for external control and measurement.

Setting GPIB

Steps for configuring GPIB address and Listen Only mode.

USB

Overview

Introduction to USB interface and its capabilities.

Setting Up USB

Procedure for connecting to a PC and setting up USB interface and ID.

BCD (Option 04)

Setting BCD Interface

Configuration steps for the optional BCD parallel interface.

BCD Remote Status

Explanation of LOAD signal functions in BCD remote status.

Status Register Structure

Status Register

Overview of the hierarchical status register model.

Remote Commands

Command Syntax

Defines the syntax rules for constructing remote commands.

Remote Command List

An index of all available remote commands and their functions.

Sample Program

Program Example 1-DC Voltage Source and Voltage/Current Measurement

Sample program for DC voltage generation and DMM measurement via GPIB.

Program Example 2-Memory Setting, Scan Operation and Voltage/Source Measurement

Sample program for memory setting, scan, and voltage/source measurement.

Program Example 3-Sweep Operation and Voltage/Current Measurement

Sample program for sweep operation and DMM measurement.

Performance Test

Test Method

Procedures for testing instrument accuracy under specified conditions.

Safety Precautions

Safety guidelines to follow during the performance test procedure.

Calibration

Preparation for Calibration

Necessary instruments, cables, and conditions for calibration.

DAC Calibration Procedure (6156 Only)

Step-by-step procedure for DAC calibration using remote commands.

Calibration Using Remote Commands

Calibration procedures executed via remote commands.

Calibration by Manual Operation

Detailed manual procedure for calibrating the instrument.

Specifications

Voltage/Current Source

Detailed specifications for voltage and current source ranges and accuracy.

Appendix

When Problems Occur (Before Requesting Repairs)

Troubleshooting guide for common issues and their potential solutions.

Error Message List

List of error codes, descriptions, and corresponding ERR? command responses.

Execution Time

GPIB/USB Remote Execution Time (Typical Value)

Typical execution times for remote commands over GPIB and USB.

Internal Processing Time (Typical Value)

Typical internal processing times for various operations.

Dimensional Outline Drawing

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