Agilent Technologies 66319B User manual

USER’S GUIDE
Agilent Technologies
Model 66319B/D, 66321B/D
Mobile Communications DC Source
Featuring programmable output resistance
(Refer to page 18 for a brief description of the model differences.)
Agilent Part No. 5964-8184
Microfiche No. 5964-8185
Printed in Malaysia: February, 2005

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Warranty Information
CERTIFICATION
Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its published specifications at time of shipment from the factory.
Agilent Technologies further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National
Bureau of Standards, to the extent allowed by the Bureau's calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other
International Standards Organization members.
WARRANTY
This Agilent Technologies hardware product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period
of one year from date of delivery. Agilent Technologies software and firmware products, which are designated by
Agilent Technologies for use with a hardware product and when properly installed on that hardware product, are
warranted not to fail to execute their programming instructions due to defects in material and workmanship for a
period of 90 days from date of delivery. During the warranty period Agilent Technologies will, at its option, either
repair or replace products which prove to be defective. Agilent does not warrant that the operation for the software
firmware, or hardware shall be uninterrupted or error free.
For warranty service, with the exception of warranty options, this product must be returned to a service facility
designated by Agilent Technologies. Customer shall prepay shipping charges by (and shall pay all duty and taxes)
for products returned to Agilent Technologies for warranty service. Except for products returned to Customer from
another country, Agilent Technologies shall pay for return of products to Customer.
Warranty services outside the country of initial purchase are included in Agilent Technologies' product price, only if
Customer pays Agilent Technologies international prices (defined as destination local currency price, or U.S. or
Geneva Export price).
If Agilent is unable, within a reasonable time to repair or replace any product to condition as warranted, the
Customer shall be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon return of the product to Agilent Technologies.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by the
Customer, Customer-supplied software or interfacing, unauthorized modification or misuse, operation outside of the
environmental specifications for the product, or improper site preparation and maintenance. NO OTHER
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.
ASSISTANCE
The above statements apply only to the standard product warranty. Warranty options, extended support contacts,
product maintenance agreements and customer assistance agreements are also available. Contact your nearest
Agilent Technologies Sales and Service office for further information on Agilent Technologies' full line of Support
Programs.

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Safety Summary
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation of this instrument.
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety
standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability
for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
GENERAL
This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal). The protective features of
this product may be impaired if it is used in a manner not specified in the operation instructions.
Any LEDs used in this product are Class 1 LEDs as per IEC 825-1.
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This instrument is intended for indoor use in an installation category II, pollution degree 2 environment. It is
designed to operate at a maximum relative humidity of 95% and at altitudes of up to 2000 meters. Refer to the
specifications tables for the ac mains voltage requirements and ambient operating temperature range.
BEFORE APPLYING POWER
Verify that the product is set to match the available line voltage, the correct fuse is installed, and all safety
precautions are taken. Note the instrument's external markings described under "Safety Symbols".
GROUND THE INSTRUMENT
To minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and cover must be connected to an electrical ground. The
instrument must be connected to the ac power mains through a grounded power cable, with the ground wire firmly
connected to an electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet. Any interruption of the protective (grounding)
conductor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a potential shock hazard that could result in
personal injury.
ATTENTION: Un circuit de terre continu est essentiel en vue du fonctionnement sécuritaire de l'appareil.
Ne jamais mettre l'appareil en marche lorsque le conducteur de mise … la terre est d‚branch‚.
FUSES
Only fuses with the required rated current, voltage, and specified type (normal blow, time delay, etc.) should be
used. Do not use repaired fuses or short-circuited fuseholders. To do so could cause a shock or fire hazard.
Vous devrez impérativement utiliser des fusibles calibrés aux spécifications de courant, tension et type
(coupure, délai de coupure, etc ...). N'utilisez jamais de fusibles réparés et ne court-circuitez pas les supports
de fusibles. Sinon, vous risquez de provoquer un choc électrique ou un incendie.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
DO NOT REMOVE THE INSTRUMENT COVER
Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and internal adjustments must be
made only by qualified service personnel.
Instruments that appear damaged or defective should be made inoperative and secured against unintended
operation until they can be repaired by qualified service personnel.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Direct current
Alternating current
Both direct and alternating current
Three-phase alternating current
Earth (ground) terminal
Protective earth (ground) terminal
Frame or chassis terminal
Terminal is at earth potential. Used for measurement and control circuits designed to be
operated with one terminal at earth potential.
Terminal for Neutral conductor on permanently installed equipment
Terminal for Line conductor on permanently installed equipment
On (supply)
Off (supply)
Standby (supply). Units with this symbol are not completely disconnected from ac mains when
this switch is off. To completely disconnect the unit from ac mains, either disconnect the power
cord or have a qualified electrician install an external switch.
In position of a bi-stable push control
Out position of a bi-stable push control
Caution, risk of electric shock
Caution, hot surface
Caution (refer to accompanying documents)
WARNING The WARNING sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, or the like,
which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do not proceed
beyond a WARNING sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Caution The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, or the like,
which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part
or all of the product. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION sign until the indicated conditions
are fully understood and met.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and CEN/CENELEC EN 45014
Manufacturer’s Name and Address
Responsible Party Alternate Manufacturing Site
Agilent Technologies, Inc. Agilent Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd
550 Clark Drive, Suite 101
Budd Lake, New Jersey 07828
USA
Malaysia Manufacturing
Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, PH III
11900 Penang,
Malaysia
Declares under sole responsibility that the product as originally delivered
Product Names a) Mobile Communications DC Source
b) System DC Power Supply
Model Numbers a) 66332A, 66312A, 66311B, 66311D
66309B, 66309D, 66319B, 66319D, 66321B, 66321D
b) 6631B, 6632B, 6633B, 6634B 6611C
6612C, 6613C, 6614C
Product Options This declaration covers all options and customized products based on
the above products.
Complies with the essential requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC
Directive 89/336/EEC (including 93/68/EEC) and carries the CE Marking accordingly.
EMC Information ISM Group 1 Class A Emissions
As detailed in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Certificate of Conformance Number
CC/TCF/00/030 based on Technical Construction File (TCF) HPNJ8, dated
Apr. 25, 2000
Assessed by: Celestica Ltd, Appointed Competent Body
Westfields House, West Avenue
Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent
Straffordshire, ST7 1TL
United Kingdom
Safety Information and Conforms to the following safety standards.
IEC 61010-1:2001 / EN 61010-1:2001
Canada: CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1:1992
UL 61010B-1: 2003
This DoC applies to above-listed products placed on the EU market after:
January 1, 2004
Date Bill Darcy/ Regulations Manager
For further information, please contact your local Agilent Technologies sales office, agent or distributor, or
Agilent Technologies Deutschland GmbH, Herrenberger Stra
β e 130, D71034 Böblingen, Germany
Revision: B.00.00 Issue Date: Created on 11/24/2003 3:14
PM Document No. Eagle.11.24.doc
To obtain the latest Declaration of Conformity, go to http://regulations.corporate.agilent.com and click on “Declarations of
Conformity.”

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Acoustic Noise Information
Herstellerbescheinigung
Diese Information steht im Zusammenhang mit den Anforderungen der
Maschinenläminformationsverordnung vom 18 Januar 1991.
* Schalldruckpegel Lp <70 dB(A)
* Am Arbeitsplatz
* Normaler Betrieb
* Nach EN 27779 (Typprüfung).
Manufacturer's Declaration
This statement is provided to comply with the requirements of the German Sound Emission Directive,
from 18 January 1991.
* Sound Pressure Lp <70 dB(A)
* At Operator Position
* Normal Operation
* According to EN 27779 (Type Test).
Printing History
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minor corrections and updates may have the same printing date. Revised editions are identified by a new
printing date. A revised edition incorporates all new or corrected material since the previous printing
date.
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notice.
©Copyright 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2008 Agilent Technologies, Inc. Edition 1 ____May, 2000
Update 1 ____January, 2001
Update 2 ____May, 2003
Update 3 ____February, 2005
Update 4 ____September, 2008

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Table of Contents
Warranty Information 2
Safety Summary 3
Declaration Page 5
Acoustic Noise Information 6
Printing History 6
Table of Contents 7
1 - QUICK REFERENCE 9
The Front Panel - At a Glance 9
The Rear Panel - At a Glance 10
Instrument Configuration 10
Front Panel Number Entry 11
Front Panel Annunciators 12
Immediate Action Keys 12
Front Panel Menus - At a Glance 13
SCPI Programming Commands - At a Glance 14
2 - GENERAL INFORMATION 15
Document Orientation 15
Safety Considerations 16
Options and Accessories 16
Description and Model Differences 17
Option 521 Description (Agilent 66319B/D only) 21
3 - INSTALLATION 23
Installation and Operation Checklist 23
Inspection 24
Location 25
Input Connections 26
Output Connections 26
DVM Connections 34
External Protection and Trigger Input Connections 36
Digital I/O Connections 38
Computer Connections 38
4 - TURN-ON CHECKOUT 39
Checkout Procedure 39
In Case of Trouble 41
5 - FRONT PANEL OPERATION 43
Introduction 43
Front Panel Description 43
System Keys 45
Function Keys 46
Entry Keys 49
Examples of Front Panel Programming 50
6 - INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING 59
External References 59
VXIplug&play Power Products Instrument Drivers 60
GPIB Capabilities of the DC Source 61
Introduction to SCPI 61
Types of SCPI Commands 62

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Types of SCPI Messages 63
SCPI Data Formats 65
SCPI Command Completion 66
Using Device Clear 66
SCPI Conformance Information 67
7 - PROGRAMMING THE DC SOURCE 69
Introduction 69
Programming the Output 69
Triggering Output Changes 71
Making Basic Measurements 73
Making Enhanced Measurements 74
Making DVM Measurements 77
Triggered Measurements 78
Programming the Status Registers 82
Inhibit/Fault Indicator 87
8 - LANGUAGE DICTIONARY 89
Introduction 89
Calibration Commands 94
Display Commands 97
Measurement Commands 98
Output Commands 108
Status Commands 117
System Commands 121
Trigger Commands 122
Common Commands 130
A - SPECIFICATIONS 137
Specifications 137
Supplemental Characteristics 138
B - PERFORMANCE, CALIBRATION, AND CONFIGURATION 141
Introduction 141
Equipment Required 141
Measurement Techniques 142
Performance Tests 143
Constant Voltage (CV) Tests 144
Constant Current (CC) Tests 146
Resistance Tests 150
DVM Tests 151
Performance Test Equipment Form 151
Performance Test Record Form 152
Performing the Calibration Procedure 154
Performing the Configuration Procedure 159
C - ERROR MESSAGES 161
Error Number List 161
D - EXAMPLE PROGRAMS 165
Pulse Measurements 165
E - LINE VOLTAGE CONVERSION 171

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Quick Reference
The Front Panel - At a Glance
1A 14-character display
shows output measurements
and programmed values.
2Annunciators indicate
operating modes and status
conditions.
3Rotary control sets voltage,
current, and menu parameters.
Use and
to set the resolution; then adjust
the value with the knob.
66319D DUAL OUTPUT
Mobile Communications DC Source
LINE
Off
On
Local Address
Recall
Meter
Protect
Voltage
Current
Output
Output
On/Off
Enter
Number
Enter
Cir Entry
OV
CalOCPProt Cir
Save
Error
12345
67890
.
-
SYSTEM FUNCTION ENTRY
CV CC Unr Dis OCP Prot Cal Shift Rmt Addr Err SRQ
Input
Backspace
1 2 3
4 5 6 7
Channel Res
4Turns the dc
source on and off.
5System keys:
♦return to Local mode
♦select output channel
♦set GPIB address
♦display SCPI error
codes
♦save and recall
instrument states
♦display firmware
revision and serial
number.
6Function keys:
♦enable/disable the
output
♦select metering
functions
♦program voltage and
current
♦set and clear protection
functions
♦and
scroll through the front
panel menu commands.
7Entry keys:
♦enter values
♦increment or
decrement values
♦and
select front panel
menu parameters.
♦and
select a digit in
the numeric entry
field.
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1 - Quick Reference
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The Rear Panel - At a Glance
1DVM inputs.
Connector plug is
removable.
2GPIB (IEEE-488)
interface connector. 3INH/FLT connector. Can be configured for Digital I/O
and Trigger input. Connector
plug is removable.
WARNING: NO OPERATOR SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO SERVICE TRAINED PERSONNEL.
WARNING: FOR CONTINUED FIRE PROTECTION, USE SPECIFIED LINE FUSE
-++S
INH FLT
+-+
2 3
4 5
1
6
-S
OUTPUT 2
0 - 12V / 0 - 1.5A OUTPUT 1 0 - 15V / 0 - 3A
-S
+S
+-
!
DVM
+-
4Output 2 connector
(Agilent 66319B/D only).
Connector plug is removable.
5Output 1 connector.
Connector plug is removable.
IMPORTANT: Install this connector with
its supplied sense jumpers before applying
power to the unit.
6Power cord
connector (IEC 320)
Instrument Configuration
Use the front panel Address key to configure the interface
Refer to “Front Panel Menus - At a Glance”
♦Enter the GPIB bus address.
♦Display the firmware revision and serial number.