Agilent Technologies 34970A, Service Manual, Page: 3 / 273

The Agilent Technologies 34970A 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, RTD s, 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 ® included
Flexible Data Acquisition / Switching Features
•
6
1
⁄
2
-digit multimeter accuracy, stability, and noise rejection
•
Up to 60 channels per instrument (120 single-ended channels)
• Reading rates up to 600 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
•
SCPI (
Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments
) compatibility
Warning
The procedures in this manual are intended for use by qualified,
service-trained personnel only.
Agilent 34970A
Data Acquisition / Switch Unit
Note:
Unless otherwise indicated, this manual applies to all serial numbers.
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