10 Keysight 34970A/34972A Service Guide
The Keysight Technologies 34970A/34972A combines precision measurement
capability with flexible signal connections for your production and development
test systems. Three module slots are built into the rear of the instrument to accept
any combination of data acquisition or switching modules. The combination of
data logging and data acquisition features makes this instrument a versatile
solution for your testing requirements now and in the future.
Convenient Data Logging Features
– Direct measurement of thermocouples, RTDs, thermistors, DC voltage, AC
voltage, resistance, DC current, AC current, frequency, and period
– Interval scanning with storage of up to 50,000 time-stamped readings
– Independent channel configuration with function, Mx+B scaling, and alarm
limits available on a per-channel basis
– Intuitive user interface with knob for quick channel selection, menu navigation,
and data entry from the front panel
– Portable, ruggedized case with non-skid feet
– BenchLink Data Logger 3 Software for Microsoft
®
Windows
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included
Flexible Data Acquisition/Switching Features
– 6½-digit multimeter accuracy, stability, and noise rejection
– Up to 60 channels per instrument (120 single-ended channels)
– Reading rates up to 500 readings per second on a single channel and scan
rates up to 250 channels per second
– Choice of multiplexing, matrix, general-purpose Form C switching, RF
switching, digital I/O, totalize, and 16-bit analog output functions
– GPIB (IEEE-488) interface and RS-232 interface are standard on the 34970A.
Local Area Network (LAN) and Universal Serial Bus (USB) are standard on the
34972A.
–SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) compatibility
Unless otherwise indicated, this manual applies to all serial numbers.