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General| Channels | 2 |
|---|---|
| Current Range (CH1/DC Output) | 0 to 5 A |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Load Regulation | ≤0.01% + 2 mV |
| Line Regulation | ≤0.01% + 2 mV |
| Over Voltage Protection | Yes, settable |
| Over Current Protection | Yes, settable |
| Interface | GPIB, RS-232 |
Details exclusions and limitations of the warranty.
Details precautions for handling lethal voltages and identifying shock hazards.
Emphasizes grounding for safety and inspecting cables for wear before use.
Defines requirements for service personnel performing installations and repairs.
Provides general info including warranty, contact, safety symbols, inspection, and accessories.
Details the procedure for checking the power supply for physical damage after unpacking.
Lists available optional accessories for the power supply.
Summarizes the capabilities of the dual-channel battery/charger simulator.
Explains the use of the optional remote display module for extended operation.
Covers line power connection and the instrument's power-up sequence and self-tests.
Describes the four display modes for voltage and current readings.
Details factory default conditions and user-saved setup options.
Explains how to navigate the instrument's menu structure and access settings.
Provides information on SCPI commands for remote operation and programming syntax.
Explains how to connect the DUT to the power supply and DVM input.
Describes connecting with local sense leads for 2-wire operation.
Details how to set and output voltage and current values.
Explains how to select the appropriate current range for measurements.
Describes LIM and TRIP modes for handling current limit conditions.
Provides steps to adjust output voltage and current limit values.
Covers the actual V and I display mode for measuring delivered voltage and current.
Explains using the power supply as a constant current load for dissipating power.
Provides an overview of the pulse current measurement process and built-in measurements.
Sets the minimum pulse level for accurate pulse detection and avoids false triggers.
Covers manual and automatic setting of integration periods for pulse measurements.
Step-by-step guide to perform pulse current measurements from the front panel.
Procedures to find an appropriate trigger level for accurate pulse detection.
Documents SCPI commands for programming pulse current measurements.
Explains average current measurement over extended periods up to 60 seconds.
Specifies the minimum pulse level required for detection and measurement.
Affects trigger level resolution for measurements on the 5A current range.
Step-by-step guide for performing long integration current measurements.
Lists SCPI commands for long integration measurements.
Summarizes how the power supply can control external relays.
Explains how to connect an external relay circuit to the power supply via the 9-pin D-SUB.
Details how to control the external relay circuit using front panel menus.
Lists SCPI commands for controlling the output relays.
Describes additional triggering and voltage step capabilities specific to Model 2306-VS.
Lists key features including BNC connectors for triggering and handshaking.
Explains the use of rear panel BNC connectors for trigger signals.
Details specific commands for Model 2306-VS external trigger operation.
Describes IEEE-488 (GPIB) standards, SCPI, and protocol differences.
Shows how to connect the power supply to the GPIB bus using IEEE-488 cables.
Documents commands to set the GPIB timeout for instrument responses.
Documents common bus commands like REN, IFC, LLO, GTL, DCL, SDC, GET, SPE, SPD.
Covers syntax for common commands and SCPI commands, including parameter types.
Provides an overview of the status registers and queues for monitoring instrument events.
Explains how the status byte register and SRQ generation work.
Lists commands to reset event/enable registers and clear queues.
Explains how to program and read enable registers and other status registers.
Lists commands for programming and reading status byte and SRQ enable registers.
Introduces device commands common to all bus devices, defined by IEEE-488.2.
Provides notes on common commands like *IDN?, *OPC, *RCL, *RST, *SAV, *SRE, *STB?, *TRG, *TST?, *WAI.
Summarizes high-level instructions for acquiring readings and controlling measurements.
Provides notes on commands like :FETCh?, :READ?, and :MEASure?.
Covers SCPI commands for controlling the power supply's display functionality.
Covers SCPI commands for configuring data format for readings transferred over the bus.
Covers miscellaneous SCPI commands related to system settings.
Lists SCPI command summaries for various subsystems with page numbers.
Explains verification procedures for checking Model 2306 accuracy against specifications.
Outlines necessary conditions for performing verification tests: environment, warm-up, line voltage, etc.
Lists recommended equipment and specifications for performing verification.
Explains how verification limits are calculated and the need for recalculation with test equipment uncertainty.
Outlines the steps and tests for verifying performance accuracy.
Details the procedure to verify the accuracy of the Model 2306 output voltage.
Details the procedure to verify the accuracy of Model 2306 voltage readback readings.
Details the procedure to verify compliance current accuracy using a resistor and DMM.
Details the procedure to verify Model 2306 current readback accuracy.
Details the procedure to verify the accuracy of the Model 2306 digital voltmeter input.
Introduces calibration procedures using SCPI commands or front panel.
Specifies conditions for calibration: temperature, humidity, warm-up, and line power.
Outlines critical steps and warnings for performing calibration procedures.
Lists recommended equipment and specifications for calibration procedures.
Provides a step-by-step procedure for calibrating the Model 2306 from the front panel.
Outlines the procedure for performing calibration remotely via SCPI commands.
Explains how to change the calibration code via front panel or remote commands.
Provides instructions for unlocking calibration and resetting the code if forgotten.
Explains how to handle, clean, and disassemble the Model 2306.
Precautions for handling PC boards to avoid contamination and damage.
Details precautions for handling static-sensitive devices like CMOS.
Step-by-step instructions for disassembling the instrument's main components.
Reassembly instructions, emphasizing proper seating and grounding for safety.
Details information required when ordering replacement parts.
Outlines procedures for returning the instrument for repair or service.
Refers to tables and drawings for parts lists and component layouts.
Lists common error and status messages with their event types.
Lists specific error and status messages relevant to the Model 2306-VS.
Introduces remote calibration commands, error messages, and calibration step detection.
Summarizes calibration commands detailed in the appendix.
Covers commands for saving constants, locking calibration, and programming dates.
Discusses methods to detect calibration errors via error queue and status byte.
Discusses methods (*OPC, *OPC?) to detect the completion of calibration steps.
Introduces a BASIC calibration program for Model 2306.
Lists required hardware for running calibration programs (PC, interface cards, cables).
Lists required computer software for calibration programs (QBasic, MS-DOS, ULD).
Lists essential calibration equipment: DMM and resistors.
Provides instructions for using the example calibration program.
