Agilent Technologies U3606A User Manual

3 DC Power Supply Operation
Protection Functions
86 U3606A User’s and Service Guide
Overcurrent limit (OC)
The overcurrent limit prevents the output current flowing through the load
to change beyond the programmed overcurrent limit. If the load effect
exceeds the programmed overcurrent limit, the CV output will be lowered
to maintain the output power across the load. The combination of the OC
and OCP protection functions create a closed loop circuit protection for
sensitive load behaviors.
Setting the OC level
The OC level can be programmed when the output is enabled (OUT) or
disabled (SBY). Ensure that the U3606A is operating in constant voltage
mode. (The CV annunciator is illuminated.)
1 Press Shift > Limit to enter the OC edit menu.
2 Press or to select which digit position to be changed.
3 Press or to increase or decrease the value. The OC value is set
to the maximum protection limits by default.
• 1.0000 A when range S1 is selected, and
• 3.0000 A when range S2 is selected.
4 Press Shift > Save or Current (Limit) to save the changes. “donE” will be
briefly displayed in the upper secondary display. The display will then
return to normal.
5 Alternatively, press Shift > Exit or Shift > Limit to exit the edit mode
without saving.

Agilent Technologies U3606A Specifications

General

Brand	Agilent Technologies
Model	U3606A
Category	Multimeter
Language	English

Summary

2 Digital Multimeter Operation

Measurement Procedures

Step-by-step guide for performing various multimeter measurements like voltage, current, resistance, etc.

3 DC Power Supply Operation

Power Supply Modes

Details on Constant Voltage (CV) and Constant Current (CC) operating modes for power output.

Protection and Limit Settings

Configuration of Overvoltage (OVP/OV) and Overcurrent (OCP/OC) protection for safe operation.

Output Configuration and Sensing

5 Verification and Performance Tests

Performing Core Verification Tests

Detailed procedures for Zero Offset, Gain, and Output performance verification tests.

6 Calibration Procedures

Calibration Overview and Security

Performing Instrument Adjustments

Step-by-step guide for front panel adjustments including mode selection, value entry, and aborting.

8 Characteristics and Specifications

Product and Digital Multimeter Specs

Detailed specifications for the product, including environmental and digital multimeter performance.

DC Power Supply Specifications

Performance specifications, safety considerations, and assumptions for the DC power supply function.

9 List of Error Messages

Error Message Reference Guide