Fluke 6100B User manual

PN 3499347
September 2009, Rev. 1, 6/10
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6100B/6105A
Electrical Power Standards
Getting Started

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Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction........................................................................................................ 1
Contacting Fluke................................................................................................ 2
General Safety Summary ................................................................................... 2
Explanation of Safety-Related Symbols and Terms...................................... 3
Protective Earth (Grounding) ........................................................................ 3
Power Cord and Power Supply Disconnection.............................................. 3
Signal Connection ......................................................................................... 4
Safe Operating Conditions ............................................................................ 4
Fuse Requirements ........................................................................................ 5
Measurement Category I ............................................................................... 5
Maintenance and Repair ................................................................................ 5
Cleaning......................................................................................................... 5
Ventilation and Dust...................................................................................... 5
Features.............................................................................................................. 6
General Specifications ....................................................................................... 6
Input Power ................................................................................................... 6
Dimensions.................................................................................................... 6
Environment .................................................................................................. 7
Safety............................................................................................................. 7
EMC .............................................................................................................. 7
Unpacking and Inspection.................................................................................. 7
Reshipping the Instrument ................................................................................. 7
Placement and Rack Mounting .......................................................................... 7
Cooling Considerations...................................................................................... 8
Line Voltage ...................................................................................................... 8
Connecting to Line Power ................................................................................. 8
Connecting Auxiliary Units ............................................................................... 9
Allocation of Phases .......................................................................................... 10
Connection and Power-Up Sequence................................................................. 10
Front-Panel Features .......................................................................................... 11
The Main User Interface Areas.......................................................................... 14
Data Entry from the Front Panel.................................................................... 15
Direct/Indirect Mode ..................................................................................... 16
Using an External Keyboard and Mouse....................................................... 16
Sample Reference Signal and F10................................................................. 17
6100B Set Up Exercise ...................................................................................... 17
Switch to the Current Output......................................................................... 18
Enable the Current Channel........................................................................... 18

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The Current Channel is Enabled but not Operating....................................... 19
Set Up the L1 Current Channel ..................................................................... 19
Over Compliance Warning Message............................................................. 20
Complete the Current Circuit and Turn the Output On ................................. 21
Turn the Output Off....................................................................................... 21
Two-wire / Four-wire Voltage Settings ............................................................. 21
Four-wire Sense............................................................................................. 22
Two-wire / Four-wire Configuration Settings ............................................... 22
Rear-Panel Features ........................................................................................... 24

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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1. Symbols.................................................................................................................. 3
2. Line Cords by Country........................................................................................... 9
3. Front-Panel Features .............................................................................................. 12
4. Rear-Panel Features ............................................................................................... 24

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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1. Auxiliary Unit Connectors on the 6100B Rear Panel ............................................ 10
2. 6100B Front Panel.................................................................................................. 11
3. Graphical User Interface ........................................................................................ 14
4. The Output Menu (L1 Voltage Selected)............................................................... 17
5. The Output Menu (L1 Current Selected) ............................................................... 18
6. The Output Menu Softkeys .................................................................................... 18
7. The Output Menu (L1 Current Selected) ............................................................... 19
8. Waveform Menu, Fundamental.............................................................................. 19
9. Over Compliance Warning Message...................................................................... 20
10. Waveform Menu, Current Output .......................................................................... 21
11. Four-wire Sense Configuration .............................................................................. 22
12. Global Settings Menu Top-level Softkeys ............................................................. 22
13. Front-panel Terminal Configuration ...................................................................... 23
14. Rear-Panel Features ............................................................................................... 24

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1
Introduction
The Fluke 6100B and 6105A Electrical Power Standards, “the Instruments”, are precise
instruments for the calibration of measuring devices used to determine the magnitude and
quality of power and electrical energy. With these Instruments, you can synthesize
sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal pseudo power with harmonics, interharmonics, fluctuating
harmonics, flicker, dips and swells. The 6100B power quality accuracy meets the
requirements of commercial power quality devices. The 6105A produces the same
flexibility of signals but with the accuracy required to type test and calibrate the most
accurate energy meters and energy calibration secondary standards.
The optional Fluke 6101B and 6106A Electrical Power Standards extend functionality to
build two, three, or four-phase (three-phase plus neutral) systems. 6101B and 6106A are
functionally interchangeable but only the 6106A delivers accuracy to match the 6105A.
Both 6100B and 6105A standards can be configured to act as auxiliary units (6101B or
the 6106A).
A 6100B or 6105A three-phase system can be connected to test three-phase four-wire
WYE, three-phase three wire Delta or three-phase four-wire Delta systems. Three-phase
unbalance conditions can be easily simulated.
It is safe to parallel current outputs to obtain higher currents than available from a single
6100B or 6105A. For example, four units with 50 A options can deliver up to 200 A with
the same accuracy as a single 50 A output.
Throughout this manual, 6100B is used generically. All operations and performance
statements apply to 6105A, 6106A, 6100B and 6101B unless specifically stated. General
specifications are provided later in this manual.
This manual contains all of the information necessary for a user to unpack, connect,
power on, and operate the 6100B, 6105A, 6101B and 6106A at a basic level.

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Contacting Fluke
To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers:
•Technical Support USA: 1-800-44-FLUKE (1-800-993-5853)
•Calibration/Repair USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)
•Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
•Europe: [phone]
•Japan: [phone]
•Singapore: [phone]
•Anywhere in the world: [phone]
Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com.
To register your product, visit http://register.fluke.com.
To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement, visit
http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals.
General Safety Summary
This Instrument has been designed and type tested in accordance with the following
standard publications:
•EN61010-1: 2001
•UL 61010-1 (2nd Edition)
•CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
This manual contains information and warnings that must be observed to ensure safe
operation and keep the Instrument in a safe condition. Operation or service in conditions
or in a manner other than specified could compromise safety. For the correct and safe use
of this Instrument, it is essential that both operating and service personnel follow
accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions specified.
In this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazard(s) to the
user; a Caution identifies conditions and actions that may damage the Meter or the test
instruments.
XWWarning
To avoid electrical shock, personal injury, or fire hazard:
•The Instrument must not be switched ON if it is damaged or
suspected to be faulty.
•Do not operate the Instrument in damp, wet, condensing,
dusty, or explosive gas conditions.
•Whenever it is likely that safety protection has been
impaired, the Instrument must be made inoperative and be
secured against any unintended operation. Inform qualified
maintenance or repair personnel.
•Safety protection is likely to be impaired if, for example, the
Instrument shows visible damage or fails to operate
normally.
•Be aware that the Instruments can supply lethal voltages to
the binding posts of master and auxiliary units.

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General Safety Summary
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Explanation of Safety-Related Symbols and Terms
The symbols in Table 1 are found the Instrument or in this manual.
Table 1. Symbols
Symbol Explanation
XHazardous voltage. Risk of electrical shock.
WRisk of danger. Important information. See manual.
JEarth ground.
)Conforms to relevant Canadian Standards Association directives.
PConforms to relevant European Union directives.
~Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for
recycling information.
Protective Earth (Grounding)
Protection Class 1 - The Instrument must be operated with a protective earth/ground
connection via the protective earth/grounding conductor of the ac line supply cable. The
protective earth/ground connects before the ac line and neutral connections when the
supply plug is inserted into the Instrument's rear panel ac line supply socket. If the final
connection to the ac line supply is made elsewhere, ensure that the protective
earth/ground connection is made before ac line and neutral.
If there is a possibility the protective earth/ground connection might not be made before
the ac line and neutral connections, or the output terminals are connected to a potentially
hazardous live circuit, the separate protective earth/ground connection stud on the rear
panel of the Instrument must be connected to a suitable protective earth/ground.
XWWarning
To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, do not intentionally
or unintentionally interrupt the protective ground conductor
inside or outside the Instrument. Interrupting the protective
ground conductor is likely to make the Instrument dangerous.
Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Power Cord and Power Supply Disconnection
The front-panel power switch is a remote on/off switch and does not directly disconnect
line power. The power supply disconnect device is the ON / OFF switch on the rear panel
of the Instrument. The ON / OFF switch should be readily accessible while the
Instrument is in operation. If this operating condition cannot be satisfied, it is essential
that either the power cord plug or a separate power disconnecting device be readily
reached and accessible to the operator.

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XWWarning
To avoid electrical shock, personal injury, or fire hazard, ensure
that the power cord is not damaged and is adequately rated.
If the power plug is to be the accessible disconnecting device, the cord must not be longer
than 3 meters.
Signal Connection
XWWarning
To avoid an electric shock hazard, injury, or death:
•Make signal connections to the Instrument after the
protective earth/ground connection is made and
disconnected before the protective earth/ground connection
is removed, for example, the ac line supply lead must be
connected whenever signal leads are connected.
•Do not connect or disconnect signal leads while they are
connected, or suspected of being connected, to any
hazardous voltage or current source.
•Safety protection is likely to be impaired if unauthorized
signal connector leads are used. Do not use signal
connector leads if they are damaged. Voltage and current
signal connector leads are provided with each Instrument
but they must only be used for the correct purpose. The
current signal connector lead must never be connected to
the Instrument voltage terminals.
•The Instrument must not be operated with covers removed.
Safe Operating Conditions
The unit must be operated only within the manufacturer's specified operating conditions.
Examples of specification that must be considered are:
•For indoor use only
•Ambient temperature
•Ambient humidity
•Power supply voltage and frequency
•Maximum terminal voltages or currents
•Altitude
•Ambient pollution level
•Exposure to shock and vibration
XWWarning
To avoid an electric shock hazard, injury, or death, do not apply
to or subject the Instrument to any condition that is outside
specified range. See detailed specifications of the Instrument
and its operating conditions in this manual.

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General Safety Summary
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WCaution
To avoid damage to the Instrument, take into account direct
sunlight, radiators and other heat sources when assessing the
ambient temperature.
Fuse Requirements
The Instruments require a special fuse with rated current of 15 A and rated breaking
capacity of 750 A. The fuse must be rated for a voltage of 250 V ac.
To access the fuse and ensure the line power is disconnected, follow the procedure
described in the Users Manual. The approved fuse is shown below.
Fluke part number and description: 1998159 T15AH 250 V 32 mm
Fuse manufacturer and part number: Bussmann MDA-15
Measurement Category I
Measurement terminals are designed for connection at Measurement (Overvoltage)
Category I.
XWWarning
To avoid electrical shock, personal injury, or fire hazard, do not
connect the Instrument's terminals directly to the ac line power
supply or any other source of voltage or current that might
temporarily exceed the peak ratings of the Instrument.
Maintenance and Repair
Always observe local or national safety regulations and rules for the prevention of
accidents and hazard while performing any work. Always disconnect the Instrument from
all signal sources and then the ac line power supply before removing any covers. Any
adjustment, parts replacement, maintenance or repair should be carried out only by Fluke
authorized technical personnel.
XWWarning
To avoid electrical shock, personal injury, or fire hazard, it is
essential that only manufacturer supplied parts be used to
replace parts relevant to safety. Safety tests must be performed
after the replacement of parts relevant to safety.
Cleaning
Ensure the Instrument signal and then power leads are disconnected prior to cleaning.
Use only a damp, lint-free cloth to clean fascia and case parts. See the Users Manual for
details of air filter cleaning.
Ventilation and Dust
The Instrument relies on forced-air cooling via ventilation slots in the sides of the
Instrument. Adequate ventilation can usually be achieved by positioning the Instrument
on a level surface and by leaving a 100 mm (4 in gap) around the Instrument. Care should
be taken to avoid restricting the airflow at the sides of the Instrument, as damage may
result from overheating. The Instrument is designed to IP4X and is specified for use in a
Pollution Category 2 environment, which is normally non–conductive with temporary
light condensation.
WCaution
To avoid damage to the Instrument, do not use in dusty, damp,
or wet conditions.

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Getting Started
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Features
The Instruments feature the following:
•Traceable power and energy signals
•Configurable from one to four independent phases
•Full independent control of voltage and current on each phase
•1 kV and 21 A available on each phase (50 A with the 50 A option, 80 A with the
80 A option) on each phase. By default, the N phase is limited to 33 V rms. This can
be overridden by the user. Setting up voltage and current waveforms are described in
later in this manual.
•Up to 100 harmonics on either or both voltage and current channels at any one time
•Fluctuating harmonics and interharmonics to IEC 61000-4-7 and 61000-4-13, 61000-
4-13 and 61000-4-14
•Dips and swells to IEC 61000-4-11
•Flicker to 61000-4-15
•Simultaneous power quality phenomena to IEC61000-4-30 and 61000-4-34
•Built-in IEC 61036 and IEC 62053 series current waveforms for static Watthour
meter testing
•User-definable waveforms
•User-selectable reactive power calculation method
•>13 V peak compliance on all current outputs up to 21 A
•Soft start options to handle inrush current taken by instruments that take power from
the voltage signal
•Complex Instrument configurations can be saved to internal memory or to a USB
memory device for transfer to other 6100B systems
•The optional Energy Comparator provides for calibration of energy meters
•10 MHz or 20 MHz reference clock output option
General Specifications
Full specifications are located in the Users Manual.
Input Power
Voltage 100 V - 240 V with up to ±10 % fluctuations
Transient overvoltages Impulse withstand (overvoltage) category II of IEC 60364-4-443
Frequency 47 Hz - 63 Hz
Max. Consumption 1000 VA max from 100 - 130 V, 1250 VA max from 130 V - 260 V
Dimensions
6100B, 6101B, 6105A, and 6106A With 50 A or 80 A Options
Height 233 mm (9.17 inches) 324 mm (12.8 inches)
Height (without feet) 219 mm (8.6 inches) 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Width 432 mm (17 inches) 432 mm (17 inches)
Depth 630 mm (24.8 inches) 630 mm (24.8 inches)
Weight 23 kg (51 lb) 30 kg (66 lb)

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Environment
Operating temperature 5 °C - 35 °C
Calibration temperature (tcal) range 16 °C - 30 °C
Storage temperature 0 °C - 50 °C
Transit temperature -20 °C - 60 °C <100 hours
Warm up time 1 hour
Safe operating max. relative humidity (non-condensing) <80 % 5 °C - 31 °C ramping linearly down to 50 % at 35 °C
Storage max. relative humidity (non-condensing) <95 % 0 °C - 50 °C
Operating altitude 0 m - 2,000 m
Non-operating altitude 0 m - 12,000 m
Shock MIL-PRF-28800F class 3
Vibration MIL-PRF-28800F class 3
Enclosure MIL-PRF-28800F class 3
Safety
•Meets CAN/CSA-C22.2 No 61010.1-04, UL Std. No. 61010-1 (2nd Edition), ISA-82.02.01
Reference Standard: IEC 61010-1:2001
•Indoor use only, pollution degree 2; installation category II
•CE marked and CSA listed
EMC
EN61326: 2006, CISPR 11 class A, FCC rules part 15, sub-part B, class A (Class A equipment is suitable for use in
establishments other than domestic, and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies
buildings used for domestic purposes).
Unpacking and Inspection
The Instruments are shipped in a container designed to prevent damage during shipping.
Inspect the Instrument carefully for damage, and immediately report any damage to the
shipper. Instructions for inspection and claims are included in the shipping container.
A packing list is included in the packaging. When you unpack the Instrument, check for
all the standard equipment listed and check the shipping order for any additional items
ordered. Report any shortage to the place of purchase or to the nearest Fluke Service
Center.
Reshipping the Instrument
A transit case can be purchased from Fluke. The Fluke part number is 1887580. This
container is suitable for most handling conditions but provides less shock protection than
the original cardboard packaging. It is recommended that the original container be used
when possible.
Placement and Rack Mounting
This Instrument is designed to operate in controlled electromagnetic environments such
as calibration and measurement laboratories i.e. where R.F. transmitters such as mobile
telephones are not be used in close proximity.
The Instrument is suitable for bench top use, as long as there is sufficient space on either
side to allow adequate ventilation.
The Instrument can be rack mounted using Fluke part number 1887571. Details of the
rack mounting kit and fitting instructions are provided with the kit. Note that the airflow
through the Instrument is from left to right as viewed from the front. If mounted in a rack,
the airflow must be in the same direction.

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Getting Started
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Cooling Considerations
WCaution
Damage caused by overheating may occur if the area around
the air intake is restricted, the intake air is too warm, or the air
filter becomes clogged.
The Instrument must be at least 4 inches from nearby walls or rack enclosures on both
sides. The inlet and exhaust perforations on the sides must be clear of obstruction.
The air entering the instrument must be between 5 °C and 35 °C. Make sure that exhaust
from another instrument is not directed into the fan inlet.
Clean the air filter every 30 days or more frequently if the Instrument is operated in a
dusty environment. Instructions for cleaning the air filter are in the Users Manual.
Line Voltage
The Instrument has automatic mains sensing in the range 100-240 V, so no user line
voltage selection is required. The fuse specified covers this voltage range. The Users
Manual describes fuse access.
Connecting to Line Power
XWWarning
To avoid electrical shock, personal injury, or fire hazard,
connect the factory-supplied three conductor line power cord to
a properly grounded power outlet.
Do not use a two conductor adapter or extension cord; this will
break the protective ground connection. If a two conductor
power cord must be used, a protective grounding wire must be
connected between the ground terminal on the rear panel and
ground before connecting the power cord or operating the
instrument.
The power outlets supplying the Instrument system should be
controlled by an emergency switch so that power can be
switched off if a hazard arises.
The line current requirement of the Instrument may exceed the capacity of standard 10 A
IEC connectors so the unit is fitted with a 16 A power receptacle at the rear.
A suitable supply lead is provided. Ensure that the room supply outlet is suited to
delivering the 1250 VA maximum power requirements and that the Instrument is
connected to a properly grounded three prong outlet.
Note
Typical maximum power requirement at 115 V is 1000 VA.
If a supply lead is provided WITHOUT a mains connector, please observe the following
color coding when wiring up your own mains connector - line = brown, neutral = blue,
earth = green/yellow.

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Table 2. Line Cords by Country
Country Fluke Line Cord Part Number
UK 1998167
Europe 1998171
Australia, New Zealand, China 1998198
USA, Japan 1998209
Other (no plug fitted) 1998211
Connecting Auxiliary Units
The 6100B and 6105A instruments are Masters capable of controlling any combination of
up to three Auxiliary units. The 6100B and 6105A Master units can be configured as
Master or Auxiliary but the 6101B or 6106A can only operate as Auxiliary units.
Each Auxiliary unit provides an additional phase of voltage and current. Control
connections are made by interconnection cable part number 2002080 supplied with each
instrument. Figure 1 shows the layout of connections on the rear of a Master instrument.
6101B and 6106A have one Auxiliary Control Input.
The older 6101A can also be added as Auxiliary units to 6100B and 6105A Master units.
When upgraded to firmware issue 4.10 or greater the older 6100A Master can control any
of 6105A, 6106A, 6100B, and 6101B as Auxiliary units.

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gdw01.eps
Figure 1. Auxiliary Unit Connectors on the 6100B Rear Panel
Allocation of Phases
The 6105A or 6100B is always L1 in a multiphase system. Auxiliary units are allocated
phase depending on which auxiliary control output they are connected to. The Auxiliary
unit connected to L2 Control Output becomes L2 etc. See the Users Manual for an
overview of instrument control and the user interface.
This section is a reference for the functions and locations of the 6100B front and rear
panel features, and provides brief descriptions of each feature for quick access.
Complete front-panel operating instructions and remote operating instructions for the
6100B are provided in the Users Manual.
Please read this information before operating the 6100B.
Connection and Power-Up Sequence
Power-Up
When working with poly-phase systems you should connect the control cables between
Auxiliary and Master units first. Then switch ON power to the Auxiliary units, then the
Master.

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Power-Down
Turn off the Master unit first when powering down. Damage will not occur if the
sequence is not followed but error messages may show on the User Interface.
Front-Panel Features
Front-panel features (including all controls, displays, indicators, and terminals) are shown
in Figure 2. Each front-panel feature is briefly described in Table 3.
VOLTAGE OUTPUT ON
CURRENT OUTPUT ON
1430V
Pk
MAX
30A Pk
15VPk
MAX
46VPk
MAX
VOLTAGE
CURRENT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
SENSE
1VPk
MAX
1VPk
MAX 46VPk
MAX
HI
LO
HI
LO
HI
LO
6105A ELECTRICAL POWER STANDARD MASTER
STBY
DIRECT
MODE
SELECT
MENU
OPER
ESC
ENTER
0
1
4
7
.
2
5
8
EBKSP SHIFT
3
6
9
NEXT
CHAR
ALPHA
LOCK
_ / ABC DEF
GHI JKL MNO
PQRS TUV WXYZ
ENERGY COUNTER
INPUTS
123456
0 - 28 V MAX
117
2 4 5
6
7 8
9
10
11
12
13
141516
18
3
gdw03.eps
Figure 2. 6100B Front Panel

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Table 3. Front-Panel Features
Number Meaning
A
Voltage Binding Posts - The HI and LO Output Voltage Binding Posts provide
connections for voltage outputs.
The HI and LO Sense Binding Posts provide External Sensing for best accuracy. Two-
wire sensing may be selected via the Global Settings Menu. See the Users Manual for
more information.
BCurrent Binding Posts - Output Currents
CSoftkeys - Provide direct access to setup functions. If an external keyboard is connected,
the keyboard function keys (F1-F8) provide the same navigation technique. See the
Users Manual for more information.
DKeyboard Connector - PS/2 connector for an external keyboard if preferred.
EMouse Connector - PS/2 connector for a mouse if preferred.
F
Navigation Keypad
switches between the three main menus: Output, Global Settings and Waveform.
(escape) changes the softkey level up through the control hierarchy. It also escapes
from pop-up screens.
moves focus from control to control within the selected menu area.
 and  allow selection of values in data entry and selection fields.
GH Two USB Ports - For saving and reloading of waveform configurations. Connect mouse
or keyboards or update firmware.
I
Power On/Off Switch -Turns the power ON and OFF. The switch remains locked inwards
when the power is on. Pushing the switch again unlocks it and turns the power off. Note:
this controls the power supply electronically and is not an isolation switch. The Main
Power On-Off switch is on the rear panel.
JDual action Spin Wheel - Provides quick data entry within a field. When rotated without
pushing, scrolls the value of the currently highlighted numeric character in an input field.
When rotated whilst pushed inwards, moves the cursor along the characters in the field.
K
- In Direct Mode, the key LED is lit and all waveform changes take immediate effect.
When Direct Mode is not active, the 6100B is in Deferred mode. In Deferred mode
changes to waveforms are stored but not applied. Stored changes can be applied
simultaneously or undone.
L(standby) - Turns the output OFF.
M(operate) - Turns the outputs of enabled channels ON. The LEDs above the
terminals indicate which outputs are ON.