
In this section:
How do I find the serial number? .............................................. 9-1
How do I optimize performance? .............................................. 9-1
How do I upgrade the firmware? .............................................. 9-2
How do I use the digital I/O port? ............................................. 9-2
How do I trigger other instruments? ......................................... 9-2
How do I store measurements in nonvolatile memory? ............ 9-4
When should I change the output-off state? ............................. 9-4
How do I make contact check measurements? ........................ 9-5
How can I change the line frequency or voltage? ..................... 9-5
Where can I get the LabVIEW driver? ...................................... 9-5
Why is the reading value 9.91e37? .......................................... 9-5
How do I find the serial number?
Each 2606B has three serial numbers, one for the instrument and one for each module.
The instrument serial number is on a label on the front panel. This serial number is not available
through a remote interface.
The serial numbers for the modules are on labels on the rear panel. The serial number for a specific
module can be accessed through the virtual front panel or by using the
(on page 7-
145) command over a remote interface.
To access the serial number from the virtual front panel:
1. If the 2606B is in remote operation, press the
EXIT (LOCAL)
key once to place the instrument in
local operation.
2. Select the
MENU
key.
3. Use the navigation wheel to scroll to the SYSTEM-INFO menu item.
4. Press the
ENTER
key. The SYSTEM INFORMATION menu is displayed.
5. Scroll to the
SERIAL#
menu item.
6. Press the
ENTER
key. The serial number for the module is displayed.
How do I optimize performance?
The primary factors that affect measurement accuracy and speed are:
•
Warm-up:
For rated measurement accuracy, allow the 2606B to warm up for at least two hours
before use.
•
Speed setting:
The speed setting affects both speed and accuracy (for more information, see
(on page 2-76)).
•
Autozero:
Autozero can be disabled to increase speed at the expense of accuracy (for more
information, see
Disabling autozero to increase speed
(on page 9-2)).
Section 9
Frequently asked questions