2 Getting Started
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Operating the DC3100
The DC3100 can either be controlled via the front panel of the main unit (see chapter
Operation and Settings) or by a remote application (see chapter Remote
Application).
3.1
Operation and Settings
The following sub chapters contain the description about the operation of the
DC3100.
3.1.1
Navigating the Menus
The DC3100 is controlled by three buttons and the multi-control knob on the front
panel. The two buttons below the graphics display have an Enter and Escape
functionality. The button with LED indicator is used to switch the LED on or off. The
multi-control is used to select the desired menu or to change the settings.
After switching on the DC3100 a 'Welcome' screen appears for a few seconds.
Figure 5 Welcome Screen
In case no LED head is connected you will be prompted to switch off the main unit,
connect the LED head and switch on the device.
The display will show the screen of one of the 3 LED operation modes (Constant
Current, Internal Modulation or External Control Mode). The 'Main Menu' can be
accessed via the 'ESC' button.
Figure 6 Main Menu
To select an operation mode or a configuration display the multi-control knob is
used. Press the 'Ok' button to enter the selected item.