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Aim-TTI 1908 Series - User Manual

Aim-TTI 1908 Series
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Distribution in the UK & Ireland
Lambda Photometrics Limited
Lambda House Batford Mill
Harpenden Herts AL5 5BZ
United Kingdom
E: info@lambdaphoto.co.uk
W: www.lambdaphoto.co.uk
T: +44 (0)1582 764334
F: +44 (0)1582 712084
Characterisation,
Measurement &
Analysis

Table of Contents

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Summary

Product Description

Safety Information

Safety Symbols

Explains the meaning of symbols used in the manual and on the instrument for warnings and cautions.

Installation Procedures

Mains Power and Physical Setup

Covers changing mains voltage, connecting the mains lead, mounting options, and handle/stand adjustments.

Getting Started

Manual Navigation and Initial Power-Up

Instructions on how to use the manual, and procedures for AC power and battery operation, including switching the instrument on and off.

Measurement Connections

Input and Rear Panel Connectors

Details the front panel input sockets and rear panel connectors for various interfaces like USB, LAN, RS232, and GPIB.

Making Basic Measurements

Measurement Setup and Parameters

Covers scale length, selecting measurement parameters, and choosing measurement ranges (auto/manual).

Standard Measurement Types

Details on performing voltage, current, resistance, continuity, frequency, and capacitance measurements.

Measurement Protection and Hold;Null

Explains over voltage protection, measurement hold, and null functions.

Additional Parameters and Functions

Combined AC+DC and Decibel Measurements

Methods for combining AC and DC measurements, and performing decibel (dB) measurements with reference impedance settings.

Test Lead Resistance Nulling

Procedure for removing the effect of test lead resistance on resistance measurements using the Ohms Null feature.

Temperature Measurement (°C;°F)

Instrument's capability for measuring temperature using PT100 or PT1000 RTD probes in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Touch and Hold (T Hold)

Freezes the displayed measurement until a new stable reading is detected, allowing for probe removal and reading.

Measurement Speed and Filter Settings

Options to adjust measurement speed and enable/disable an analogue filter for noise reduction.

Zero Re-Calibration Procedure

Procedure to recalibrate the DC measurement circuitry to ensure accuracy, especially after temperature acclimatization.

Dual Measurement Mode

Dual Measurement Combinations

Lists valid combinations of main and secondary measurements that can be displayed simultaneously.

Voltage and Current Dual Measurements

Procedure for measuring voltage and current simultaneously, including connection diagrams and potential errors.

Measurement Update Times

Details the time taken for readings to settle and update in dual measurement mode, depending on function combinations.

Triggered Operation

Trigger In Signal

Connects to an opto-isolator for external trigger input, used to hold measurements or log data.

Trigger Out Signal (Measurement Complete)

An opto-isolated open collector output signaling the completion of a triggered input action.

Advanced and Programmable Functions

Selecting and Cancelling Functions

How to access and use functions like Limits, Min/Max, Ax+b, Delta%, Watts, and VA via the Function menu.

Limits Function

Setting high and low limits for readings and how the display indicates PASS, HI, or LO status.

Ax + b Scaling Function

Applies a linear scaling (Ax + b) to readings, showing the scaled value in the secondary display.

Min-Max Function

Stores and displays the minimum and maximum values encountered during a measurement run.

Delta % Function

Calculates and displays the percentage deviation of a measurement from a user-defined reference value.

Watts Function

Calculates power (Watts) using V²/R, requiring Vdc or Vac measurements and a reference impedance.

VA Function

Calculates apparent power (VA) by multiplying voltage and current readings.

Data Logging

Data Logging Setup

Configures the logger interval timer, or manual/external trigger settings for data storage.

The Utilities Menu

Beep Sound and Measurement Speed

Configures audible alerts and selects measurement speed (4 or 20 readings/sec).

Measurement Filter and Trigger Options

Enables/disables the analogue filter and configures external trigger behavior (Hold, Log, Off).

Battery Status and dB Reference Impedance

Displays battery charge level and allows selection of reference impedance for dB measurements.

Temperature Probe Setup

Selects 2-wire or 4-wire connection for RTD temperature probes.

Set Factory Defaults

Resets the instrument to factory default settings, clearing stored data.

AC Power Disconnection Settings

Defines the instrument's behavior when AC power is disconnected (Normal, Auto, or Battery).

Measurement Update Symbol Control

Controls the display of the measurement update asterisk symbol.

Maintenance

Calibration and Hard Reset

Procedures for zero calibration, routine calibration, and performing a hard reset on the instrument.

Fuse Replacement

Instructions for replacing current range fuses and the internal AC power fuse.

Remote Operation

GPIB and RS232 Interfaces

Details on connecting and using the GPIB and RS232 interfaces for remote control.

USB Interface and Device Driver Installation

Steps for installing the USB driver and establishing communication via the virtual COM port.

LAN Interface Configuration

Information on using the LAN interface, including IP address, DHCP, Auto-IP, and web server access.

Status Reporting

Input Trip Registers and Event Status

Details on Input Trip Registers (ITR) for electrical conditions and Standard Event Status Registers (ESR) for errors.

Execution and Query Error Registers

Information on instrument-specific error registers like EER and QER, and their meanings.

Status Byte and Service Request Enable Registers

Explanation of the Status Byte Register (STB) and Service Request Enable Register (SRE) for status monitoring.

GPIB Parallel Poll and Error Handling

GPIB Parallel Poll (PRE) Capabilities

Describes the capabilities of GPIB Parallel Poll for status reporting.

Query Error Register Handling

Explains IEEE 488.2 error handling for query errors like UNTERMINATED, DEADLOCK, and INTERRUPTED.

Power on Settings

Lists the default instrument status values that are set at power on.

Remote Commands Overview

General Remote Operation

Covers remote and local operation modes, command handling, and format.

Command Timing and Response Formats

Details command timing, response formats, and units used in communication.

Command List Structure

Introduces the command list structure including general commands and main display commands.

Remote Command Details

General Commands

Lists and explains general commands like READ?, READ2?, and MODE? for instrument control.

Main Display Commands

Commands for setting the main display to various measurement functions (VDC, VAC, OHMS, etc.) and ranges.

Dual Measurement Mode Commands

Commands for setting the secondary display to different measurement modes like VDC2, VAC2, IDC2, IAC2, FREQ2.

First Level Modifier Commands

Commands that modify measurements, such as NULL, HOLD, DB, and DBOFF.

Second Level Modifier Commands

Advanced modifier commands for functions like DELTA%, LIMITS, MMON, AXB, WATTS, and VA.

Data Logging Commands

Commands for controlling the data logger, including LOGON, LOG?, TRIG, LOGCOUNT, CANCEL, LOGCLEAR.

Common Commands

Standard SCPI commands like *IDN?, *RST, *OPC, *TST? for instrument identification and reset.

Status Commands

Commands for querying and clearing status registers such as *CLS, ITR?, *STB?.

Interface Management Commands

Commands for managing interfaces like LOCAL, ADDRESS?, IPADDR?, NETMASK?.

Default Settings

Graphical Interface PC Software

Specifications: Accuracy

DC Voltage Accuracy

Details accuracy, resolution, and input impedance for DC voltage measurement ranges.

AC Volts (True RMS) Accuracy

Provides accuracy, resolution for AC voltage measurements across different frequency ranges.

AC + DC Voltage Accuracy

Specifies total measurement error for AC+DC voltage accuracy, considering separate AC and DC specifications.

Resistance Specifications

Details accuracy and resolution for 2-wire or 4-wire resistance measurements.

DC Current Specifications

Provides accuracy and resolution for DC current measurements across different ranges.

AC Current (True RMS) Specifications

Specifies accuracy and resolution for AC current measurements, including crest factor considerations.

Frequency Specifications

Lists accuracy and resolution for frequency measurements across different ranges.

Capacitance Specifications

Details accuracy and resolution for capacitance measurements across various ranges.

Temperature Specifications

Specifies accuracy and resolution for temperature measurements using PT100 or PT1000 RTD probes.

Continuity and Diode Test Specifications

Details specifications for continuity test (impedance, tone) and diode test (current, voltage).

TRIGGER Specifications

Information on external remote trigger connection, input, and output signal characteristics.

DISPLAY and FUNCTIONS

Display Type and Scale Length

Describes the LCD display type, main and secondary digit sizes, and scale length.

Measurement and Data Storage Functions

Covers Null, Hold, dB, AC+DC, % Deviation, Limits, Min/Max, Power, VA, and Data Logger capabilities.

INTERFACES and POWER

RS232, USB, LAN, and GPIB Interfaces

Details the capabilities and connections for remote control interfaces: RS232, USB, LAN, and GPIB.

AC Input and Battery Operation

Information on AC power input voltage, frequency, and internal rechargeable battery specifications.

GENERAL

Operating Range and Environmental

Specifies operating and storage temperature ranges, environmental conditions, and safety compliance.

Size and Weight

Provides the physical dimensions and weight of the instrument in bench-top and rack-mount configurations.

Summary

Product Description

Safety Information

Safety Symbols

Explains the meaning of symbols used in the manual and on the instrument for warnings and cautions.

Installation Procedures

Mains Power and Physical Setup

Covers changing mains voltage, connecting the mains lead, mounting options, and handle/stand adjustments.

Getting Started

Manual Navigation and Initial Power-Up

Instructions on how to use the manual, and procedures for AC power and battery operation, including switching the instrument on and off.

Measurement Connections

Input and Rear Panel Connectors

Details the front panel input sockets and rear panel connectors for various interfaces like USB, LAN, RS232, and GPIB.

Making Basic Measurements

Measurement Setup and Parameters

Covers scale length, selecting measurement parameters, and choosing measurement ranges (auto/manual).

Standard Measurement Types

Details on performing voltage, current, resistance, continuity, frequency, and capacitance measurements.

Measurement Protection and Hold;Null

Explains over voltage protection, measurement hold, and null functions.

Additional Parameters and Functions

Combined AC+DC and Decibel Measurements

Methods for combining AC and DC measurements, and performing decibel (dB) measurements with reference impedance settings.

Test Lead Resistance Nulling

Procedure for removing the effect of test lead resistance on resistance measurements using the Ohms Null feature.

Temperature Measurement (°C;°F)

Instrument's capability for measuring temperature using PT100 or PT1000 RTD probes in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Touch and Hold (T Hold)

Freezes the displayed measurement until a new stable reading is detected, allowing for probe removal and reading.

Measurement Speed and Filter Settings

Options to adjust measurement speed and enable/disable an analogue filter for noise reduction.

Zero Re-Calibration Procedure

Procedure to recalibrate the DC measurement circuitry to ensure accuracy, especially after temperature acclimatization.

Dual Measurement Mode

Dual Measurement Combinations

Lists valid combinations of main and secondary measurements that can be displayed simultaneously.

Voltage and Current Dual Measurements

Procedure for measuring voltage and current simultaneously, including connection diagrams and potential errors.

Measurement Update Times

Details the time taken for readings to settle and update in dual measurement mode, depending on function combinations.

Triggered Operation

Trigger In Signal

Connects to an opto-isolator for external trigger input, used to hold measurements or log data.

Trigger Out Signal (Measurement Complete)

An opto-isolated open collector output signaling the completion of a triggered input action.

Advanced and Programmable Functions

Selecting and Cancelling Functions

How to access and use functions like Limits, Min/Max, Ax+b, Delta%, Watts, and VA via the Function menu.

Limits Function

Setting high and low limits for readings and how the display indicates PASS, HI, or LO status.

Ax + b Scaling Function

Applies a linear scaling (Ax + b) to readings, showing the scaled value in the secondary display.

Min-Max Function

Stores and displays the minimum and maximum values encountered during a measurement run.

Delta % Function

Calculates and displays the percentage deviation of a measurement from a user-defined reference value.

Watts Function

Calculates power (Watts) using V²/R, requiring Vdc or Vac measurements and a reference impedance.

VA Function

Calculates apparent power (VA) by multiplying voltage and current readings.

Data Logging

Data Logging Setup

Configures the logger interval timer, or manual/external trigger settings for data storage.

The Utilities Menu

Beep Sound and Measurement Speed

Configures audible alerts and selects measurement speed (4 or 20 readings/sec).

Measurement Filter and Trigger Options

Enables/disables the analogue filter and configures external trigger behavior (Hold, Log, Off).

Battery Status and dB Reference Impedance

Displays battery charge level and allows selection of reference impedance for dB measurements.

Temperature Probe Setup

Selects 2-wire or 4-wire connection for RTD temperature probes.

Set Factory Defaults

Resets the instrument to factory default settings, clearing stored data.

AC Power Disconnection Settings

Defines the instrument's behavior when AC power is disconnected (Normal, Auto, or Battery).

Measurement Update Symbol Control

Controls the display of the measurement update asterisk symbol.

Maintenance

Calibration and Hard Reset

Procedures for zero calibration, routine calibration, and performing a hard reset on the instrument.

Fuse Replacement

Instructions for replacing current range fuses and the internal AC power fuse.

Remote Operation

GPIB and RS232 Interfaces

Details on connecting and using the GPIB and RS232 interfaces for remote control.

USB Interface and Device Driver Installation

Steps for installing the USB driver and establishing communication via the virtual COM port.

LAN Interface Configuration

Information on using the LAN interface, including IP address, DHCP, Auto-IP, and web server access.

Status Reporting

Input Trip Registers and Event Status

Details on Input Trip Registers (ITR) for electrical conditions and Standard Event Status Registers (ESR) for errors.

Execution and Query Error Registers

Information on instrument-specific error registers like EER and QER, and their meanings.

Status Byte and Service Request Enable Registers

Explanation of the Status Byte Register (STB) and Service Request Enable Register (SRE) for status monitoring.

GPIB Parallel Poll and Error Handling

GPIB Parallel Poll (PRE) Capabilities

Describes the capabilities of GPIB Parallel Poll for status reporting.

Query Error Register Handling

Explains IEEE 488.2 error handling for query errors like UNTERMINATED, DEADLOCK, and INTERRUPTED.

Power on Settings

Lists the default instrument status values that are set at power on.

Remote Commands Overview

General Remote Operation

Covers remote and local operation modes, command handling, and format.

Command Timing and Response Formats

Details command timing, response formats, and units used in communication.

Command List Structure

Introduces the command list structure including general commands and main display commands.

Remote Command Details

General Commands

Lists and explains general commands like READ?, READ2?, and MODE? for instrument control.

Main Display Commands

Commands for setting the main display to various measurement functions (VDC, VAC, OHMS, etc.) and ranges.

Dual Measurement Mode Commands

Commands for setting the secondary display to different measurement modes like VDC2, VAC2, IDC2, IAC2, FREQ2.

First Level Modifier Commands

Commands that modify measurements, such as NULL, HOLD, DB, and DBOFF.

Second Level Modifier Commands

Advanced modifier commands for functions like DELTA%, LIMITS, MMON, AXB, WATTS, and VA.

Data Logging Commands

Commands for controlling the data logger, including LOGON, LOG?, TRIG, LOGCOUNT, CANCEL, LOGCLEAR.

Common Commands

Standard SCPI commands like *IDN?, *RST, *OPC, *TST? for instrument identification and reset.

Status Commands

Commands for querying and clearing status registers such as *CLS, ITR?, *STB?.

Interface Management Commands

Commands for managing interfaces like LOCAL, ADDRESS?, IPADDR?, NETMASK?.

Default Settings

Graphical Interface PC Software

Specifications: Accuracy

DC Voltage Accuracy

Details accuracy, resolution, and input impedance for DC voltage measurement ranges.

AC Volts (True RMS) Accuracy

Provides accuracy, resolution for AC voltage measurements across different frequency ranges.

AC + DC Voltage Accuracy

Specifies total measurement error for AC+DC voltage accuracy, considering separate AC and DC specifications.

Resistance Specifications

Details accuracy and resolution for 2-wire or 4-wire resistance measurements.

DC Current Specifications

Provides accuracy and resolution for DC current measurements across different ranges.

AC Current (True RMS) Specifications

Specifies accuracy and resolution for AC current measurements, including crest factor considerations.

Frequency Specifications

Lists accuracy and resolution for frequency measurements across different ranges.

Capacitance Specifications

Details accuracy and resolution for capacitance measurements across various ranges.

Temperature Specifications

Specifies accuracy and resolution for temperature measurements using PT100 or PT1000 RTD probes.

Continuity and Diode Test Specifications

Details specifications for continuity test (impedance, tone) and diode test (current, voltage).

TRIGGER Specifications

Information on external remote trigger connection, input, and output signal characteristics.

DISPLAY and FUNCTIONS

Display Type and Scale Length

Describes the LCD display type, main and secondary digit sizes, and scale length.

Measurement and Data Storage Functions

Covers Null, Hold, dB, AC+DC, % Deviation, Limits, Min/Max, Power, VA, and Data Logger capabilities.

INTERFACES and POWER

RS232, USB, LAN, and GPIB Interfaces

Details the capabilities and connections for remote control interfaces: RS232, USB, LAN, and GPIB.

AC Input and Battery Operation

Information on AC power input voltage, frequency, and internal rechargeable battery specifications.

GENERAL

Operating Range and Environmental

Specifies operating and storage temperature ranges, environmental conditions, and safety compliance.

Size and Weight

Provides the physical dimensions and weight of the instrument in bench-top and rack-mount configurations.

Aim-TTI 1908 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model1908 Series
Continuity TestYes
Diode TestYes
Frequency MeasurementYes
Capacitance MeasurementYes
True RMSYes
CategoryDigital Multimeter
Max Voltage1000 V
Max Current10 A
Frequency Range10Hz to 100kHz
InterfaceUSB, RS-232

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