Section 2: General operation Series 2280 Precision DC Power Supply Reference Manual
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To set the backlight timer from the front panel:
1. Press the MENU key.
2. Under System, select Settings.
3. Select the button next to Backlight Timer and press ENTER. The Backlight Timer dialog box
opens.
4. Select a timer setting and press ENTER.
To adjust the brightness using the SCPI remote interface:
Send the following command:
:DISPlay:BRIGhtness <brightness>
Where <brightness> is from 1 to 100. For example, 75 represents 75 percent brightness and 100
represents full brightness.
Installing the system
This section contains information on how to install your Series 2280 power supply.
Bumpers
The Series 2280 has front and rear bumpers for using the instrument on a benchtop.
Removing bumpers
You can remove the bumpers on the Series 2280 if you want to mount the instrument in a rack.
If you remove the bumpers, be sure to store them for future benchtop use.
To remove the bumpers:
1. Grasp the front bumper on each side of the Series 2280 and gently pull it toward you until the
bumper comes off of the instrument.