
5-2
Source-Measure Concepts
Model 2520 User’s Manual
Pulse concepts
Overview
The Model 2520 laser diode current source can output either DC or pulse waveforms.
Maximum current is as follows:
•
DC: 1A
•
Pulse mode: 5A
In addition, the current source can be operated in either the fixed or sweep mode. In the
fixed mode, the source simply outputs the programmed DC level (DC mode), or pulses at
a fixed amplitude (pulse mode). In the sweep mode, the source DC or pulse amplitude can
be swept across a series of steps at given increments. In addition, you can design your own
sweep waveforms by using the custom (list) sweep mode. See
Delay-pulse cycle
Model 2520 laser diode current source and voltage measurements consist of a series of
delay-pulse cycles (
). During each cycle, the following occurs:
1.
Wait for the programmed delay period.
2.
Output the programmed current pulse.
3.
During the current pulse, the 10MHz A/D converter processes a number of raw
voltage and current samples.
4.
After the pulse, the raw samples are processed by a DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
into one set of laser diode voltage and detector current readings.
5.
Repeat the cycle.
Figure 5-1
Delay-pulse cycle
Trigger
Delay
10MHz A/D
Conversions
Pulse
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