9: Frequently asked questions (FAQs) Model 2450 Interactive SourceMeter® Instrument
9-8 2450-901-01 Rev. B/September 2013
How do I download measurements onto the USB drive?
From the front panel, you can download measurements from a reading buffer to a .csv file on a USB
flash drive.
Using the front panel to save or append buffer content to a file:
1. Insert a USB drive into the USB port.
2. Press the MENU key.
3. Under Measure, select Data Buffers. The MANAGE MEASURE BUFFERS window is displayed.
Figure 144: MANAGE MEASURE BUFFERS window
4. Select the reading buffer that you want to save.
Figure 145: MANAGE MEASURE BUFFERS
5. Select the Save To USB button.
6. Enter the name of the file in which to save the readings and select ENTER.
You only have to enter the name of the file you want to save. You do not need to enter the file
extension. All files are saved as .csv files.
When the MANAGE MEASURE BUFFERS window is displayed again, the file is saved.
7. Select Yes to confirm saving the file.