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Automating Measurements
Configuring your Test System
Stand-Alone Analyzers
In this configuration, the measurement is controlled by an program
Running
running inside the analyzer. With the measurement setup and control
can be highly automated, reducing the burden on the operator. Since the
measurement is under programmatic control, statistics can be collected in
order to monitor your process and quality.
keystroke recording lets
you construct programs quickly, without needing to refer to the programming
documentation. Using AUTOST
the analyzer will load and run your
program when power is turned on.
Since no external computer is required, there are fewer system components
to purchase, maintain, connect, and synchronize.
Configure your system as a stand-alone instrument with (Option
if you would like to:
Simplify test system
Allow for future expansion
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Minimize the space required for a system
Simplify progr
with keystroke recording
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Use key macros
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Automate measurement setup and control
Simplify measurements
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Collect data
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Run application programs on the analyzer
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