RIGOL User’s Guide DL3000 Series Programmable DC Electronic Load Aug. 2017 RIGOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
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RIGOL Safety Requirement General Safety Summary Please review the following safety precautions carefully before putting the instrument into operation so as to avoid any personal injury or damage to the instrument and any product connected to it. To prevent potential hazards, please follow the instructions specified in this manual to use the instrument properly. Use Proper Power Cord. Only the exclusive power cord designed for the instrument and authorized for use within the local country could be used.
RIGOL Avoid Circuit or Wire Exposure. Do not touch exposed junctions and components when the unit is powered on. Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect that any damage may occur to the instrument, have it inspected by RIGOL authorized personnel before further operations. Any maintenance, adjustment or replacement especially to circuits or accessories must be performed by RIGOL authorized personnel. Provide Adequate Ventilation.
RIGOL Safety Notices and Symbols Safety Notices in this Manual: WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not avoided, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data. Safety Terms on the Product: DANGER WARNING CAUTION It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could result in injury or hazard immediately.
RIGOL Care and Cleaning Care Do not store or leave the instrument where it may be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Cleaning Clean the instrument regularly according to its operating conditions. 1. Disconnect the instrument from all power sources. 2. Clean the external surfaces of the instrument with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent or water. When cleaning the LCD, take care to avoid scarifying it. CAUTION To avoid damage to the instrument, do not expose it to caustic liquids.
RIGOL DL3000 Series Overview DL3000 is a cost-effective programmable DC electronic load with high performance. With a user-friendly interface and superb performance specifications, DL3000 series provides various interfaces for remote communication to meet your diversified test requirements. It can be widely used in various industries, such as automotive electronics, aerospace, and fuel cells.
RIGOL Document Overview Chapter 1 Quick Start This chapter introduces some basic information that you should know when you use the DL3000 series electronic load for the first time.
RIGOL 2. Menu Softkey The menu softkey is denoted by the format of “Menu Word (Bold) + Character Shading”. For example, Interface denotes the “Interface” menu softkey under Utility. Content Conventions in this Manual The number of channels and the rated values of input parameters for the DL3000 series are listed in the following table. Unless otherwise specified, this manual takes DL3031A as an example to illustrate the functions and operation methods of the DL3000 series.
Contents RIGOL Contents Guaranty and Declaration .........................................................................I Safety Requirement ................................................................................ II General Safety Summary ........................................................................... II Safety Notices and Symbols ...................................................................... IV Care and Cleaning ..............................................................
RIGOL Contents Waveform Display Function ................................................................... 2-72 Input Control ....................................................................................... 2-76 Turn On/Off the Input .................................................................... 2-76 Von Latch Function ........................................................................ 2-76 Short-circuit Operation ...................................................................
Chapter 1 Quick Start RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start Contents in this chapter: General Inspection Appearance and Dimensions Front Panel Rear Panel Turn-on Checkout Fuse Replacement User Interface To Use the Built-in Help System Parameter Setting Method DL3000 User’s Guide 1-1
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start General Inspection 1． Inspect the packaging If the packaging has been damaged, do not dispose the damaged packaging or cushioning materials until the shipment has been checked for completeness and has passed both electrical and mechanical tests. The consigner or carrier shall be liable for the damage to the instrument resulting from shipment. RIGOL would not be responsible for free maintenance/rework or replacement of the instrument.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start Appearance and Dimensions Figure 1-1 Front View Figure 1-2 Side View DL3000 User’s Guide Unit: mm Unit: mm 1-3
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 12 11 10 9 8 Figure 1-3 Front Panel 1. LCD 4.3-inch TFT LCD, used to display the system status, input parameters, menu setting, prompt message, etc. 2. Waveform Display Key Pressing this key can enter the waveform display interface. You can observe the changes of parameters from the dynamic waveform. 3. Function Keys Provide four static operating modes and three dynamic test functions.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start (3) CR key (4) CP key (5) Con key (6) Pul key (7) Tog key (8) List key 4. Pressing this key can enter the constant resistance (CR) mode. You can set parameters for the mode, such as resistance and range. Pressing this key can enter the constant power (CP) mode. You can set parameters for the mode, such as power and upper limit of the voltage. Pressing this key can enter the continuous (Con) mode.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start System Info Displays the manufacturer, device model, software and hardware versions, FPGA version, boot version, system boot times, calibration date, and product serial number. Reset Restores the instrument settings to its factory default settings, For default settings, refer to Table 2-3. (3) Advanced function key Provides advanced functions. Currently, the factory test function and CC+CV function are supported.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start 7. Control Keys Control keys include the arrow keys, numeric keys, and confirmation key. Pressing the control keys in different interfaces can produce different operation results. Note: Here introduces their common usage. For their other specific usages and operation methods, refer to details in relevant chapters. (1) Arrow keys (Up/Down/Left/Right arrow key) Switch the parameter focus. Move the cursor. Switch the parameters or parameter values.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start Sense Terminals Channel Input Terminals Figure 1-4 Channel Terminals (1) Channel input terminal: Connects with the device under test (DUT, such as battery and power supply), which is used for inputting voltage and current. Note: Connect the positive polarity of the load to the (+) terminal of the channel output, and the negative polarity of the load to the (-) terminal of the channel output.
Chapter 1 Quick Start RIGOL 10. Menu Keys You can press the specified menu key to execute the corresponding operation displayed at the bottom of the interface on the screen. 11. USB Host (1) The instrument is regarded as the "master device". You can use the data line to connect it to the USB storage device (e.g. U-disk) to realize external storage or recalling.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 11 5 6 10 7 8 9 Figure 1-6 Rear Panel 1. Air Outlet Decrease the temperature inside the instrument to ensure its performance. When you place the instrument on the workbench or install it into the rack, keep the air outlet from a distance of 10 cm to ensure adequate ventilation. 2. Digital I/O A digital I/O interface, supporting trigger input and trigger output. 3. LAN Interface LAN interface is of the Non-Auto-MDIX type.
Chapter 1 Quick Start RIGOL When the switch lever is located at a different position, it indicates that a different voltage rating is selected. When the switch lever is at the left, it indicates that 230 V is selected. When the switch lever is at the right, it indicates that 115 V is selected. 5. AC Power Cord Connector AC power input interface. Plug the specified power cord available in the accessories into the AC power cord connector of the instrument, and then connect the instrument to the AC power.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start Turn-on Checkout To Connect to Power Supply Two kinds of AC power inputs are supported by the DL3000 series. When it is connected to different power sources, the AC selector setting on its rear panel is different, as shown in Table 1-1.
Chapter 1 Quick Start RIGOL To Power On the Instrument at After the instrument is connected to the power source, press the Power key the left bottom of the front panel to power on the instrument. When the instrument is turned on, it will undergo a self-test. If the instrument passes the self-test, the welcome interface is displayed; otherwise, self-test failure information will be displayed. At this time, please contact RIGOL distributors.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start Fuse Replacement The fuse specification is related to the actual input voltage, as shown in Table 1-2. Table 1-2 Fuse Rating Input Voltage 115 Vac 230 Vac Fuse Rating T0.315 A/250 V T0.20 A/250 V When leaving the factory, the instrument has installed a fuse that conforms to the local standard. If the fuse is required to be replaced, select a fuse that matches the actual input voltage and perform the following steps. 1.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start User Interface The user interface of the DL3000 series consists of main interface, guide interface, and function interface. In the main interface, you can set and view the information about the channel input; in the guide interface, you can directly set the parameters according to the guide diagram and view the parameter information; in the function interface (including the waveform interface), you can set and view the information about the functions.
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start To Use the Built-in Help System The built-in help system provides help information for any key on the front panel (except parameter input area) and menu keys, which are convenient for you to get the descriptions of the function keys or menus, as shown in Figure 1-9. Figure 1-9 Help Information Interface 1. Get the built-in help information Press Help, and then "Help" will be displayed at the top of the interface, being highlighted.
Chapter 1 Quick Start RIGOL Parameter Setting Method Most parameters can be set by operating the keys on the front panel. The common setting methods are listed below. The setting method for certain parameters is different from the methods below, refer to the relevant chapters of this manual for the further explanation. Method 1: Use the numeric keys 1.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Contents in this chapter: Local/Remote Operation Mode Static Operation Mode Transient Test Function List Operation Function (List) Application Function Advanced Function Waveform Display Function Input Control Protection Function Sense Working Mode Function of Terminals on the Rear Panel Store and Recall System Utility Function DL3000 User’s Guide 2-1
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Local/Remote Operation Mode The load provides two operation modes: local and remote. Local Operation Mode After you power on the instrument, it enters the local operation mode by default. In the local operation mode, all the keys on the front panel are available for you to use. Remote Operation Mode In the remote operation mode, you can send the programming commands from the PC via any one of the interfaces (GPIB, USB, RS232, or LAN).
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Static Operation Mode The static operation modes include the following 4 modes: Constant Constant Constant Constant Current (CC) Mode Voltage (CV) Mode Resistance (CR) Mode Power (CP) Mode Constant Current (CC) Mode In CC mode, the electronic load will sink a current in accordance with the programmed value regardless of the input voltage, as shown in Figure 2-1.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations 2. Power on the instrument After the instrument is connected to the power source, press the Power key on the front panel to power on the instrument. 3. Set channel parameters Press CC to enter the main interface of CC mode, as shown in Figure 2-3. At the top of the main interface, "CC" and "STATIC" are active. Of which, "STATIC" is highlighted.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Note: The low range provides better resolution and accuracy at low current settings. If the set current value is greater than the maximum value of the low range, you must select a high range. CAUTION Before switching the current range, please disable the channel input to avoid causing damage to the instrument or the DUT. Set Slew The current slew rate for the positive transitions in CC mode.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations "C_Limit". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". 4. Turn on the channel input Press On/Off to turn on the channel input. At this time, the actual input voltage, current, resistance, and power will be displayed in the main interface.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Constant Voltage (CV) Mode In CV mode, the load will sink enough current to control the input voltage to the set value. The load acts as a shunt voltage regulator when operating in CV mode, as shown in Figure 2-5. V Set Voltage Input Voltage Load Current I Figure 2-5 Constant Voltage (CV) Mode Operation Procedures: 1.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-6 Main Interface of CV Mode In CV mode, you need to set the following parameters: Voltage, Range, V_Limit, C_Limit. Set Voltage The constant voltage value in CV mode. The default unit for the voltage is V. (1) In the main interface, press Voltage to switch the parameter focus to "Voltage". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set V_Limit The upper limit of the voltage working in CV mode. The default unit for V_Limit is V, and it ranges from 0 V to 180 V. (1) In the main interface, press V_Limit to switch the parameter focus to "V_Limit". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For the setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the built-in help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-7 Waveform Display Interface of CV Mode 6. 2-10 Exit CV mode Press any key on the front panel of the load to exit CV mode.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Constant Resistance (CR) Mode In CR mode, the load is regarded as a constant resistance, and changes the current linearly proportional to the input voltage, as shown in Figure 2-8. I Load Current Set Resistance (R=V/I) Input Voltage V Figure 2-8 Constant Resistance (CR) Mode Operation Procedures: 1.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-9 Main Interface of CR Mode In CR mode, you need to set the following parameters: RES, Range, V_Limit, C_Limit. Set RES The constant resistance value in CR mode. The resistance unit is: Ω or kΩ. (1) In the main interface, press RES to switch the parameter focus to "RES". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set C_Limit The upper limit of the current working in CR mode. The default unit for C_Limit is A, and it ranges from 0 A to 70 A. (1) In the main interface, press C_Limit to switch the parameter focus to "C_Limit". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". 4.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Constant Power (CP) Mode The load sinks a constant power in CP mode. The load current will change linearly proportional to the input voltage to keep sinking a constant power (P = V x I), as shown in Figure 2-11. V Input Voltage V1 Set Power V2 I1 I2 Load Current I Figure 2-11 Constant Power (CP) Mode Operation Procedures: 1.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Figure 2-12 Main Interface of CP Mode In CP mode, you need to set the following parameters: Power, V_Limit, C_Limit. Set Power The constant power value in CP mode. The default unit for power is W. (1) In the main interface, press Power to switch the parameter focus to "Power". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations WARNING To avoid electric shock, ensure that the DUT is connected to the input terminals of the load properly before you turn on the channel input. CAUTION When the fan stops working, the channel is disabled. Then, a message is displayed, "Fan stops running!" 5. View waveform display to enter the waveform display interface, Press the waveform display key as shown in Figure 2-13. When you select "P" under "Data", you can view the power waveform.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Transient Test Function Transient test function enables the load to periodically switch between two set levels (Level A and Level B). It can be used to test the transient characteristics of the DUT.
RIGOL 3. Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set channel parameters in the guide interface Press Con to enter the Con guide interface, as shown in Figure 2-15. In the guide interface, you can configure parameters in the parameter configuration list and view the configuration diagram at the left of the configuration list in the real-time manner.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Note: The input value of A_Level should be within the set range. Set B_Level The sink current toggles between a high value and a low value in Con mode. B_Level indicates a low value. The default unit for B_Level is Ampere (A). (1) In the guide interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "B_Level".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations (1) In the guide interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "Width/Duty". Then, press the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to select Width or Duty. (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set TRIG_SRC Three triggers are available in Con mode: BUS trigger, TRAN trigger, and DIGIO trigger.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set Range (1) In the main interface, press Range to switch the parameter focus to "Range". (2) Press Range to switch the current working range. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to switch it. Set A_Level (1) In the main interface, press A_Level to switch the parameter focus to "A_Level". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set TRIG_SRC (1) In the guide interface, press TRIG_SRC to switch the parameter focus to "TRIG_SRC". (2) Press TRIG_SRC to select the type of the trigger source. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to select it.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations 6. RIGOL View waveform display After you enter the main interface, press the waveform display key to enter the waveform display interface, as shown in Figure 2-17. By default, the waveform is displayed in Fast mode. You can observe that the load current toggles continuously between Level A and Level B. For detailed operations, refer to the descriptions in "Waveform Display Function" section.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations CC Pulsed Mode (Pul) In the Pul mode, when you enable the transient test operation, the load current will switch from Level B to Level A once the load receives a trigger signal. After maintaining Level A for a specified pulse width, it will switch to Level B, as shown in Figure 2-18. A B TWD TRIG TWD TRIG Figure 2-18 CC Pulsed Mode (Pul) Operation Procedures: 1.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Figure 2-19 Guide Interface of Pul Operation The parameters for the pulsed operation mode include range, Level A, Level B, rising slew rate, falling slew rate, width, and trigger source. Set Range The current working range in Pul mode.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set B_Level The sink current toggles between a high value and a low value in Pul mode. B_Level indicates a low value. The default unit for B_Level is Ampere (A). (1) In the guide interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "B_Level". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys. For the setting methods, refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL successfully configured. "CC" and "Pulse" are active at the top of the main interface. Of which, "Pulse" is highlighted. In the guide interface, if you give up configuring parameters, you can press Cancel to exit the guide interface and enter the main interface. Figure 2-20 Main Interface of Pul Operation The menus of the main interface are displayed in two pages. Menu items on Page 1: Range, A_Level, B_Level, Slew_RIS, Slew_FAL, and Next.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set Slew_RIS (1) In the main interface, press Slew_RIS to switch the parameter focus to "Slew_RIS". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set Slew_FAL (1) In the main interface, press Slew_FAL to switch the parameter focus to "Slew_FAL". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL WARNING To avoid electric shock, ensure that the DUT is connected to the input terminals of the load properly before you enable the trigger. CAUTION When the fan stops working, the channel is disabled. Then, a message is displayed, "Fan stops running!" 6. View waveform display to After you enter the main interface, press the waveform display key enter the waveform display interface, as shown in Figure 2-21.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations operation, refer to the descriptions in "Store and Recall". 8. 2-30 Exit Pul mode Press any key on the front panel of the load to exit Pul mode.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations CC Toggled Mode (Tog) In Tog mode, when you enable the transient test, the load current will toggle for one time between Level A and Level B once the load receives a trigger signal, as shown in Figure 2-22. A B TRIG TRIG Figure 2-22 CC Toggled Mode (Tog) Operation Procedures: 1.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-23 Guide Interface of Tog Operation The parameters for the toggled operation mode include range, Level A, Level B, rising slew rate, falling slew rate, and trigger source. Set Range The current working range in Tog mode.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set B_Level The sink current toggles between a high value and a low value in Tog mode. B_Level indicates a low value. The default unit for B_Level is Ampere (A). (1) In the guide interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "B_Level". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys. For the setting methods, refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-24 Main Interface of Tog Operation The menus of the main interface are displayed in two pages. Menu items on Page 1: Range, A_Level, B_Level, Slew_RIS, Slew_FAL, and Next. Menu items on Page 2: TRIG_SRC, Guide, Read, Save, and Back. To go to the next page, press Next; to exit the current page and go back to the previous page, press Back; to go back to the guide interface from the main interface, press Guide.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set Slew_FAL (1) In the main interface, press Slew_FAL to switch the parameter focus to "Slew_FAL". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
RIGOL 6. Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations View waveform display After you enter the main interface, press the waveform display key to enter the waveform display interface, as shown in Figure 2-25. The load current will always stay at Level A and it will not switch to Level B unless you disable the trigger manually. For detailed operations, refer to the descriptions in "Waveform Display Function" section.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations List Operation Function (List) In list operation mode, you can perform the complex current/voltage/resistance/power modes accurately and rapidly, which may be synchronized with internal or external signals. In this way, you can complete the sophisticated test. In this mode, when receiving a trigger signal, the load will operate according to the set execution mode and sequence.
RIGOL 3. Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set channel parameters Press List to enter the list function interface, as shown in Figure 2-27. Parameter Preview Diagram Actual Input Values Parameter List Figure 2-27 List Function Interface The menus of the list function interface are displayed in two pages. Menu items on Page 1: Mode, Range, Cycles, Steps, EndState, and Next. Menu items on Page 2: TRIG_SRC, Save, Read, Record, and Back.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL (2) Press Range to switch the working range for different modes. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to switch it. Note: The low range provides better resolution and accuracy at low settings. If the set value is greater than the maximum value of the low range, you must select a high range. CAUTION Before switching the range, please disable the channel input to avoid causing damage to the instrument or the DUT.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations (2) Press EndState to switch the last working state. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to switch it. Tip When the number of execution times (Circle) is set to "Infinite", "EndState" is disabled and grayed out. Set TRIG_SRC Three triggers are available in List mode: BUS trigger, TRAN trigger, and DIGIO trigger. (1) In the main interface, press TRIG_SRC to switch the parameter focus to "TRIG_SRC".
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL (2) Enter Value In CC mode, the set value is for current, and its default unit is A. In CV mode, the set value is for voltage, and its default unit is V. In CR mode, the set value is for resistance, and its default unit is Ω. In CP mode, the set value is for power, and its default unit is W. a) In the main interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to the "Value" line. b) Enter a value by using the numeric keys.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations will input based on the current settings. If the trigger is turned off during the list operation, the next time you turn on the trigger, the load will continue inputting the last parameter where you stop the list operation. The actual input voltage, current, resistance, and power of the load will be displayed in the main interface in a real-time manner. In the parameter preview area, you can view the dynamic changes of the parameters in the parameter list.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL and recall interface. The file is saved in ".LST" format. For detailed saving operation, refer to the descriptions in "Save". (2) Read Press Read to enter the storage and recall interface. Recall and read the files in ".LST" format or the ".RSF" files beginning with "LST_". For detailed reading operation, refer to descriptions in "Read". The files to be recalled and read are allowed to be edited.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Application Function The load supports the following three application functions. Press APP to switch among the three functions. OCP test function OPP test function Battery test function OCP Test Function OCP test principle (as shown in Figure 2-28) When the OCP test starts, after the input voltage reaches Von, the load will delay for a period, then starts to sink the current, increasing with incrementing steps at a certain interval.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL CAUTION While making a connection, the positive polarity of the load should be connected to the (+) terminal of the channel output, and the negative polarity of the load to the (-) terminal of the channel output. A misconnection with the terminals may cause damage to the instrument or the DUT. 2. Power on the instrument After the instrument is connected to the power source, press the Power key on the front panel to power on the instrument. 3.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Note: The low range provides better resolution and accuracy at low current settings. If the set current value is greater than the maximum value of the low range, you must select a high range. Set Von When the input voltage is greater than the set starting voltage (Von), the load starts to sink the current. The default unit for Von is V, and it ranges from 0 V to 150 V. The default Von is 0.01 V.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set OCP_V The protection voltage in the OCP test mode. The default unit for the value is V. (1) In the guide interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "OCP_V". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set C_Max The maximum value of the protection current in the OCP test mode. The default unit for the value is A.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-30 Main Interface of OCP Test Function The menus of the main interface are displayed in three pages. Menu items on Page 1: Range, Von, Delay_Von, C_Start, C_Step, and Next. Menu items on Page 2: Delay_Step, OCP_V, C_Max, C_Min, Back, and Next. Menu items on Page 3: T_Limit, Guide, Read, Save, and Back.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set C_Step (1) In the main interface, press C_Step to switch the parameter focus to "C_Step". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For the setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the built-in help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set Delay_Step (1) In the main interface, press Delay_Step to switch the parameter focus to "Delay_Step".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Tip In the guide interface, you can only use the numeric keys to input the value for the parameter; in the main interface, you can use the numeric keys, the arrow keys, or the knob to input the value for the parameter. 5. Turn on the channel input Press On/Off to turn on the channel input. At this time, the actual input voltage, current, resistance, and power will be displayed in the main interface.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations 7. RIGOL Save and read files In the guide interface and main interface of OCP test mode, you can press Save to save the parameters for the OCP test mode to the internal or external memory, and you can read and recall it if necessary by pressing Read. (1) Save After you complete the parameter setting, press Save to enter the storage and recall interface. The file is saved in ".OCP" format. For detailed saving operation, refer to the descriptions in "Save".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations OPP Test Function OPP test principle (as shown in Figure 2-32): When the OPP test starts, after the input voltage reaches Von, the load will delay for a period, then the DUT starts to work according to the starting power. The power increases with increasing with incrementing steps at a certain interval. Meanwhile, the load will compare the detected voltage value with the protection voltage value of the OPP test.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL 2. Power on the instrument After the instrument is connected to the power source, press the Power key on the front panel to power on the instrument. 3. Set channel parameters in the guide interface Press APP to switch to the guide interface of the OPP test function, as shown in Figure 2-33.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set P_Start The power value when the load starts in OPP test mode. The default unit for the value is W. (1) In the guide interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "P_Start". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set P_Step The step power in OPP test mode. The default unit for the value is W.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set T_Limit The maximum overpower protection time in OPP mode. If no action is performed during the protection time, the load will automatically stop sinking the current. The default unit for the value is μs. (1) In the guide interface, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "T_Limit". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". 4.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set Delay_Von (1) In the main interface, press Delay_Von to switch the parameter focus to "Delay_Von". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set P_Start (1) In the main interface, press P_Start to switch the parameter focus to "P_Start". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method". Set T_Limit (1) In the main interface, press T_Limit to switch the parameter focus to "T_Limit". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-35 OPP Waveform Display Interface 7. Save and read files In the guide interface and main interface of OPP test mode, you can press Save to save the parameters for the OPP test mode to the internal or external memory, and you can read and recall it if necessary by pressing Read. (1) Save After you complete the parameter setting, press Save to enter the storage and recall interface. The file is saved in ".OPP" format.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Battery Test Function Battery test principle (as shown in Figure 2-36): A test for discharging the battery in CC mode. You can set the termination conditions: cut-off voltage value, battery capacity value, and discharge time. When any one of the three conditions is met, the discharge stops. Then the load automatically stops sinking.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Figure 2-37 Main Interface of Battery Test Function The parameters for the battery test function include current, range, cut-off voltage, battery capacity, discharge time, and starting voltage. Set Current The discharge current. Its default unit is A. (1) In the main interface, press Current to switch the parameter focus to "Current". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL (1) In the main interface, press V_Stop to switch the parameter focus to "V_Stop". (2) Press V_Stop to switch to "ON", and select the cut-off voltage to be the termination condition. (3) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations "T_Stop". (2) Press T_Stop to switch to "ON", and select the discharge time to be the termination condition. (3) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For the setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the built-in help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Figure 2-38 Battery Waveform Display Interface 6. Exit the battery test function Press any key on the front panel of the load to exit the battery test function.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Advanced Function The advanced functions include factory test function and CC+CV function. Press Option to enter the advanced function interface, as shown in Figure 2-39. Figure 2-39 Option Interface Factory Test Function In CC/CV mode, the load supports the factory test function, which is used to test the stability of the current and voltage of the DUT. Operation Procedures: 1.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Figure 2-40 Main Interface of Factory Test Function The menus of the main interface are displayed in two pages. Menu items on Page 1: Mode, Current, Range, Max, Min, and Next. Menu items on Page 2: Pass_Tip, Fail_Tip, Pass_Sound, Fail_Sound, and Back. To go to the next page, press Next; to exit the current page and go back to the previous page, press Back. Set Mode Factory test function supports CC/CV mode.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations (1) In the main interface, press Range to switch the parameter focus to "Range". (2) Press Range to switch the current working range. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to switch it. If you select "CV" mode: (1) In the main interface, press Range to switch the parameter focus to "Range". (2) Press Range to switch the voltage working range. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to switch it.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set Fail_Tip If the test is failed, you can determine whether to display the prompt message that indicates the test failure. (1) In the main interface, press Fail_Tip to switch the parameter focus to "Fail_Tip". (2) Press Fail_Tip to enable or disable the display of the prompt message. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to switch the on/off state. Set Pass_Sound If the test is passed, you can determine whether to sound the alarm for test pass.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations CC+CV Function The load supports CC+CV function that simulates two stages of charging: The load is set to be in CC mode and simulates constant current (CC) charging. When the readback voltage is detected and the detected value reaches the preset voltage, the load switches to the CV mode to simulate constant voltage (CV) charging. This function is used to test the charger and similar devices. Operation Procedures: 1.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Set Current The constant current in CC+CV mode. The default unit for the current is A. (1) In the main interface, press Current to switch the parameter focus to "Current". (2) Enter a value by using the numeric keys, arrow keys, or the knob. For setting methods, refer to the descriptions of the help information or refer to the descriptions in "Parameter Setting Method".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations (0-15 V) and high range (0-150 V). (1) In the main interface, press V_Range to switch the parameter focus to "V_Range". (2) Press V_Range to switch the voltage working range. You can also use the Left/Right arrow key or the knob to switch it. Note: The low range provides better resolution and accuracy at low voltage settings. If the set current value is greater than the maximum value of the low range, you must select a high range.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL 5. View waveform display Press the waveform display key to enter the waveform display interface, as shown in Figure 2-42. For detailed operations, refer to the descriptions in "Waveform Display Function" section. Press the waveform display key again to exit the waveform display interface and return to the main interface of CC+CV function. Figure 2-42 CC+CV Waveform Display Interface 6. Exit CC+CV mode Press any key on the front panel of the load to exit CC+CV mode.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Waveform Display Function The electronic load provides the waveform display function and supports the following operations for the waveform, such as pausing the waveform, recording the waveform, and capturing the waveform. Therefore, you can dynamically observe the trend of parameters changes. The waveform display function is applicable to CC/CV/CR/CP/Con/Pul/Tog/Battery/OCP/OPP/CC+CV modes.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Tip For the Con/Pul/Tog/OCP/OPP modes, in the guide interface, when you press the waveform display key , you cannot enter the waveform display interface. Only when you enter the main interface, can you press waveform display key to enter the waveform display interface. Operation Methods: 1.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations In CC/CV/CR/CP/Pul/Tog/Battery/OCP/OPP/CC+CV modes, menu items under "Data" include I, U, R, and P. In Con mode, only I and U are included under "Data". (1) If "I" is selected to be the menu item under "Data", then the vertical axis indicates the current, and the current waveform is displayed in the interface. (2) If "U" is selected to be the menu item under "Data", then the vertical axis indicates the voltage, and the voltage waveform is displayed in the interface.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL and then "Record" is not displayed at the top of the interface. Tip During recording, the filename of the data file is generated automatically. 8. Play Back After you insert the USB storage device, press Play Back to play back the recorded data files. During playing back, "Play Back" is displayed at the top of the interface. Press Play Back again to stop playing back, and then "Play Back" is not displayed at the top of the interface.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Input Control Turn On/Off the Input Once you power on the load, it will not sink the current immediately, and you need to press the ON/OFF key to control the input of the load. When the input of the load is enabled, the ON/OFF key is illuminated. At this time, when the load reaches the starting voltage (Von), the load starts to sink the current. Then, "LOAD" at the top of the main interface is highlighted and active.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Disable the Von Latch Function When the input voltage is greater than the set starting voltage (Von), the load starts to sink the current. When the input voltage decreases and reaches below the set starting voltage (Von), the load will stop sinking the current. As shown in Figure 2-45. V Von t I Load sink current t Figure 2-45 Disable the Von Latched Function Tip If the load cannot sink the current, please check whether the starting voltage (Von) has been set.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Tip Turning the short circuit on does not affect the set values of the current parameters, and the load will return to the previously set state when the short circuit is turned off. Trigger Operation Trigger operation is commonly used in transient test function (Con, Pul, and Tog) and List function. The load supports three triggering modes to allow synchronization with other DUT. They are Tran trigger, Bus trigger, and DIGIO trigger.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Slew Rate I 100% 90% 10% Expected Time Actual Time t Figure 2-46 Slew Rate and Transition Time Note: In case where the transition from one setting to another is large, the minimum transition time can be calculated by dividing the current transition by the slew rate. In case where the transition from one setting to another is small, the small signal bandwidth of the load limits the minimum transition time.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Protection Function The load includes the following protection features: overcurrent protection (OCP), overvoltage protection (OVP), overpower protection (OPP), overtemperature protection (OTP), as well as local/remote reverse voltage (LRV/RRV) protection. Once any of the above conditions is detected, the load will take the corresponding protection measures and enter its self-protection mode.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL the output terminals of the DUT are in wrong connection, the load's input will be automatically turned off and the load will stop sinking the current. At this time, the beeper sounds, and a prompt message is displayed, "Reverse connection!" You can press OK to exit the prompt message. Note: If the reverse current exceeds the rated current, the load may be damaged.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Sense Working Mode When the DUT outputs great currents, the voltage drop on the load leads cannot be ignored. To ensure an accurate measurement for the output voltage of the DUT, the load provides Sense (remote sense) working mode. In this mode, the Sense terminals are directly connected to the output terminals of the DUT.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Tip In case where the DUT outputs great currents, the load leads should be as short as possible. You'd better twisted the leads to get optimum output. Twisted-pair wires are recommended for Sense leads, but you'd better not twist the Sense leads with the load leads.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Function of Terminals on the Rear Panel External Trigger Function If you select the trigger signal over the digital I/O interface on the rear panel of the load, first select "DIGIO" to be the trigger source of the load. For details, refer to descriptions in "Trigger Operation". Current/Voltage Monitoring Function The load provides voltage monitoring output connector (Vmon OUT) and current monitoring output connector (Imon OUT) on the rear panel of the load.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Store and Recall The load allows you to save different types of files to the internal and external memories. You can recall and read them when necessary. The load provides an internal non-volatile memory (Disk C) and an external memory (Disk D). Disk D is only available when a USB storage device is detected over the USB HOST interface on the front panel. Note: The load only supports FAT32 USB flash drives. 1.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Cursor Operation Procedures: 1. Press Store on the front panel of the load to enter the storage and recall interface. 2. Press Cursor to switch between the directory and the file. 3. Use the knob or press the Up/Down arrow key to select the desired directory or file. Save Operation Procedures: 1. Press Store on the front panel of the load to enter the storage and recall interface. Then, press Cursor to select a desired directory.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations as an example, therefore, the filename takes "CC_" as the prefix.) After you input Pinyin for a Chinese character, use the numerical key on the front panel to select the number that corresponds to the desired Chinese character in the "Chinese Character Selection Area", and then the selected Chinese character will be displayed in the "Filename Input Area". (Note: If not all characters are not fully displayed in the "Pinyin Input Area", press Cursor.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations The length of the filename is limited to 30 characters. While inputting the filename, you can continuously press Delete or the Backspace key to delete the unnecessary letters that have been input in the "Filename Input Area". Figure 2-51 Filename Input Interface (uppercase English letters) Note: The numeric input is supported for the above three input methods (Pinyin, Uppercase English letter, Lowercase English letter).
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL the load will enter its corresponding interface. (Note: The load will enter the guide interface (if any) first.) Delete You can delete the files in Disk C and D, as well as the empty folders in Disk D. Operation Procedures: 1. Press Store on the front panel of the load to enter the storage and recall interface. 2.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations System Utility Function Press Utility to enter the system utility function interface, as shown in Figure 2-52. Tabs Figure 2-52 System Utility Function Interface The following table lists names of different tabs and their descriptions. You can view the information contained in each tab and the parameters that can be set. Table 2-1 Tab Descriptions No. Name Description System setting tab.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL System Press Utility to enter the system utility function interface. By default, the system setting tab is selected. As shown in Figure 2-52, if the scrollbar is shown at the right side of the interface, it indicates that not all system settings are displayed in the current interface. At this time, press the Up/Down arrow key to go to the next page.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set Digital Input/Output A digital I/O interface on the rear panel of the load, supporting digital trigger input and trigger output. Digital input The data line of the Digital I/O interface can receive the external trigger signal. Once the pre-set trigger conditions are met, the input channel is turned on or off (ON/OFF), enabling or disabling the trigger function (TRAN).
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Turn On/Off Current Monitoring Output Terminal The terminal outputs the 0-to-+10 V voltage signal, which indicates the zero-to-full scale real-time input current. In the system setting tab, press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "Imon_EXT", and then press the Left/Right arrow key or use the knob to enable or disable the current monitoring function. Set the Short Circuit The load can serve as a short-circuit system at the input terminal.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Set the Screen Brightness You can set the screen brightness by using the brightness slider label. Moving left decreases the brightness; and moving right increases the brightness. The setting is stored in the non-volatile memory, which will not be affected even if you restore the load to its factory defaults.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Communication Interface Setting Press Utility to enter the system utility function interface, and then press Interface to enter the interface tab. By default, "GPIB" is selected, as shown in Figure 2-53. Figure 2-53 "GPIB" Tab Interface The load supports GPIB (extended from the USB-GPIB interface converter), USB, RS232, and LAN. Remote control can be realized via these interfaces.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations View USB ID Use the USB cable to connect the load to the PC via the USB DEVICE interface. Then, the load can be controlled remotely. Press Interface to enter the communication interface tab, and then press the USB key to select the "USB" tab, as shown in Figure 2-54. Figure 2-54 "USB" Tab Interface In the "USB" interface, the contents of USB ID is read-only. You can only view the ID of the USB, but you are not allowed to edit it.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations 4 5 6 7 8 9 NC SGND NC CTS (Clear To Send) RTS (Request To Send) NC Not connected Signal ground Not connected Clear to send Request to send Not connected Press Interface to enter the communication interface tab, and then press the RS232 key to select the "RS232" tab, as shown in Figure 2-56. Figure 2-56 RS232 Tab Interface In the RS232 interface tab, you can set and view the RS232 interface parameters.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations mode. 4. Stop Bits The available stop bits include 1 or 2. Press the Up/Down arrow key to switch the parameter focus to "Stop Bits", and then press the Left/Right arrow key or use the knob to select the desired stop bits. 5. Flow The load adopts RTS/CTS hardware flow control mode, and monitors the state of CTS pin. If the state is true, the load sends data; if false, the load stops sending data.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations 1. RIGOL Connection status The status of the load will be displayed based on the current network connection status. 2. Connected: indicates that the network has been successfully connected. Disconnected: indicates that the network is disconnected or network connection has failed. Configuring Network...: indicates that the network is being configured. IP Assignment Failed: indicates being failed to obtain the IP address.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations (3) ManualIP (manual configuration) In this mode, you can self-define the network parameters (such as the IP address) of the instrument. Press ManualIP to enable or disable the manual IP configuration mode. By default, it is "OFF". If you enable this mode, "IP Address", "SubMask", "Gateway", and "DNS" at the right section of the interface can be editable.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL Tip If the input subnet mask is invalid, a prompt message "Invalid subnet mask. The subnet mask must be contiguous." will be displayed. Set the default gateway In the manual IP mode, you need to acquire an available gateway address from the administrator, and then configure the default gateway manually. The format of the default gateway is "nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn".
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations to be modified. It can be used to identify the instrument when you assign the IP address to the instrument. A physical address is a 48-bit (6-byte) addressing scheme, usually represented in Hex. For example, 00-2A-A0-A5-E0-56. 4. VISA VISA (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture), developed by NI (National Instrument), provides an advanced programming interface to communicate with various instruments through their bus lines.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL System Info Press Utility to enter the system utility function interface. Then, press System Info to enter the system information tab, as shown in Figure 2-58. Figure 2-58 System Information Tab Interface In the interface, you can view the system information of the instrument, including manufacturer, device model, software and hardware versions, FPGA version, boot version, system boot times, calibration date, and product serial number.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Starting Voltage (Von) 0V V_Limit 180 V C_Limit 70 A CV Voltage 0V Range 150 V V_Limit 180 V C_Limit 70 A CR Resistance 2Ω Range 15 kΩ V_Limit 180 V C_Limit 70 A CP Power 0W V_Limit 180 V C_Limit 70 A Con Range 60 A A_Level 4A B_Level 1A Rising Slew Rate 0.1 A/μs Falling Slew Rate 0.1 A/μs Period 1 kHz Duty 50% Trigger Source TRAN Pul Range 60 A A_Level 4A B_Level 1A Rising Slew Rate 0.1 A/μs Falling Slew Rate 0.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Trigger Source RIGOL TRAN List Mode CC Range 60 A Circles 1 Steps 2 End State Off Trigger Source TRAN Step Value 2A Step Duration 1s Step Slew 0.1 A/μs Battery Current 0A Range 60 A Cut-off Voltage OFF, 0 V Battery Capacity OFF, 0 mAh Discharge Time OFF, 0 s Starting Voltage (Von) 0.5 V OCP Range 60 A Starting Voltage (Von) 0.01 V Delay Time 500 ms Original Current 0A Step Current 1A Step Delay 500 ms Protection Voltage 0.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Factory Mode CC Current 0A Range 60 A Maximum Value 10 A Minimum Value 9A Pass_Tip ON Fail_Tip OFF Pass_Sound ON Fail_Sound OFF CC+CV Current 0A Current Range 60 A Voltage 0V Voltage Range 150 V V_Limit 180 V C_Limit 70 A System Setting Language* 简体中文 Power-on Default Beeper ON Digital Input Disable Digital Output Disable Brightness* 50% Sense OFF Log OFF Vmon_EXT OFF Imon_EXT OFF SHORT HOLD Von Latch ON Communica
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations RIGOL LAN* DHCP ON AutoIP ON ManualIP OFF Store Cursor Contents Contents C:\ File First File Note*: These parameters will not be affected by the default setting operations. (Press Utility System Power-on to select "Default", and then when you power on the instrument the next time, it will restore to its factory default settings.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Option Configuration DL3000 series electronic load provides the following options: LAN: Connect the load to the PC or the local area network (LAN) where the PC resides to realize remote control. Digital I/O: provides the trigger input and output function. High Readback Resolution: improves the resolution of the instrument. High Frequency: provides the high frequency option. High SlewRate: provides the high slew rate option.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations serial number of the instrument), and verification code. Then click Generate to obtain the option license. Note: The hyphens in the option license should be omitted. 2. Install the option Method 1: Front Panel Operations (1) Click the "Option" tab to enter the option interface, press Install to enter the License Input interface, as shown in the following figure.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operations Filename Suffix Product Serial Number Option License Empty Line The filename suffix must be ".lic". Contents requirement: Line 1: product serial number (Press Utility System to obtain the product serial number); Line 2: option license code; Line 3: empty line (cannot be omitted) Note: The hyphens in the option license should be omitted.
Chapter 3 Remote Control RIGOL Chapter 3 Remote Control You can adopt the following two ways to remotely control the electronic load. User-defined programming Users can program and control the instrument by using the SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) commands. For details about the SCPI commands and programming, refer to DL3000 Programming Guide. Operation Procedures: (1) Set up communication between the instrument and PC. (2) Send commands by programming in LabVIEW, MATLAB, etc.
RIGOL Chapter 3 Remote Control Remote Control via USB 1. Connect the load to the PC Use the USB cable to connect the load to the PC via the USB DEVICE interface on the rear panel of the load. 2. Install the USB driver This load is a USB-TMC device. After you connect the load to the PC properly and power it on for the first time (the load will be automatically configured with the USB interface). In this case, "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog box appears on the PC.
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RIGOL 3. Chapter 3 Remote Control Search for the device resource Start up Ultra Sigma and the software will automatically search for the resource currently connected to the PC. You can also click resource. to search for the 4. View the device resource The searched instrument resource will be under the directory of "RIGOL Online Resource", with the model of the instrument and the USB information being displayed. 5.
RIGOL Chapter 3 Remote Control Remote Control via LAN 1. Connect the load to the PC Use the network cable to connect the load to the PC or the local area network (LAN) where the PC resides. 2. Configure network parameters 1) DHCP mode: If the network supports DHCP, the DHCP server in the network assigns network parameters (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway and DNS) for the load automatically.
RIGOL Chapter 3 Remote Control resource found is displayed at the right of the window as shown in Figure (b). Click to add it. (a) (b) Note: If you want to remove the resource, select the resource and then click to remove it. 4. 3-6 View the device resource The searched instrument resource will be under the directory of "RIGOL Online Resource", as shown in the following figure.
Chapter 3 Remote Control RIGOL 5. Control the instrument remotely Right-click the resource name "DL3031A (TCPIP::172.16.3.93::INSTR)", and select "SCPI Panel Control" to open the remote command control panel, as shown in the following figure. Then you can send commands and read data through the panel. 6. Load LXI webpage The load conforms to LXI Core 2011 Device standard.
RIGOL Chapter 3 Remote Control Remote Control via GPIB 1. Connect the load to the PC Use the USB-GPIB interface converter to extend the GPIB interface for the load, and then use the GPIB cable to connect the load to the PC to realize remote control. 2. Install the driver of GPIB card Correctly install the driver of the GPIB card which has been connected to the PC. 3. Set the GPIB address Set the GPIB address of the load according to the description in "Set the GPIB address". 4.
Chapter 3 Remote Control RIGOL Note: If you want to remove the resource, select the resource and then click to remove it. If the resource cannot be searched automatically: Select the GPIB card address of the PC from the drop-down box of "GPIB0::" and select the GPIB address set in the load from the drop-down box of "0::INSTR". to check whether the GPIB communication works Click normally; if not, please follow the corresponding prompt messages to handle it. 5.
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Chapter 3 Remote Control RIGOL Remote Control via RS232 1. Connect the load to the PC Use the 9-pin RS232 cable (female-to-female, cross-over) to connect the load with the PC via the RS232 interface on the rear panel of the load. 2. Set the parameters for the RS232 interface Set the parameters of the RS232 interface according to the descriptions in "Set the parameters for the RS232 interface". 3. Add the device resource Start Ultra Sigma, and then click Figure (a). .
RIGOL Chapter 3 Remote Control Sigma software match those of the RS232 interface of the instrument. In the dialog box shown in Figure (b), click OK. Then the "Add" button in the "RS232 Setting" tab will be enabled. Click Add, and then the currently selected instrument resource will be displayed at the right section of the window, as shown in Figure (c). Then, click OK to add the instrument resource. (c) 4.
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting RIGOL Chapter 4 Troubleshooting WARNING Do not disassemble the instrument by yourself. Otherwise, you might be exposed to the danger of electric shock. Any maintenance, adjustment or replacement especially to circuits or accessories must be performed by RIGOL authorized personnel. WARNING Only the exclusive power cord designed for the instrument and authorized for use within the local country could be used. For replacement of the power cord, please contact RIGOL.
RIGOL Chapter 4 Troubleshooting (4) If the problem still persists, contact RIGOL. 4. An exception occurs to the input in CR mode. (1) Check whether the output of the DUT is normal, e.g. check whether an oscillation occurs to the DUT. (2) Check whether the range for the resistance is properly set. (3) If the problem still persists, contact RIGOL. 5. An exception occurs to the input in CP mode.
RIGOL Chapter 5 Specifications Chapter 5 Specifications All the technical specifications are guaranteed when the instrument has been working for more than 30 minutes under the specified operating temperature. DC Input (0℃~ 4 0 ℃) Model DL3021 DL3021A DL3031 DL3031A Voltage Current Maximum Power Minimum Operating Voltage (DC) 0 ~ 150 V 0 ~ 40 A 200 W 40 A@1 V 0 ~ 150 V 0 ~ 60 A 350 W 60 A@1.
RIGOL Chapter 5 Specifications CP Mode Model Range Resolution 0 ~ 200 W 100 mW 0 ~ 350 W 100 mW Model Frequency Range Frequency Resolution Frequency Accuracy Duty Cycle Range DL3021 0.001 Hz~15 kHz DL3021A 0.001 Hz~30 kHz DL3031 0.001 Hz~15 kHz 0.8% ±0.5% 5%~95%, 1% DL3031A 0.001 Hz~30 kHz DL3021 DL3021A DL3031 DL3031A Con Mode Current Slew Rate[5] Model DL3021 DL3021A DL3031 DL3031A Range 0.001 A/μs~0.25 A/μs 0.001 A/μs~2.5 A/μs (>5 V)[6] 0.001 A/μs~0.3 A/μs 0.
RIGOL Chapter 5 Specifications Readback Resistance Model Range Resolution DL3021 0.08 Ω~15 kΩ (0.0667 S~0.5 S) 2 mA/Vsense 0.08 Ω~15 kΩ (0.0667 S~0.5 S) 2 mA/Vsense DL3021A DL3031 DL3031A Readback Power Model DL3021 DL3021A DL3031 DL3031A Range Resolution 0 ~ 200 W 100 mW 0 ~ 350 W 100 mW Protection Function Overcurrent protection (OCP), overvoltage protection (OVP), overpower protection (OPP), overtemperature protection (OTP), as well as local/remote reverse voltage (LRV/RRV) protection.
RIGOL Chapter 5 Specifications Digital I/O 1 (optional) GPIB 1 (optional, USB-GPIB interface converter) Environment Cooling Method Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Fan Cooled Humidity 5%~80% RH (without condensation) Altitude Below 2,000 m 0℃~40℃ -40℃~70℃ Certification Information Complies with the requirements of the following directive and standards: EMC Directive 2014/30/EU EN 61326-1 EN 61000-3-2 EMC EN 61000-3-3 Under following condition: The maximum length of all connecting cable
RIGOL Chapter 6 Appendix Chapter 6 Appendix Appendix A: Order Information Model Standard Accessories Software Options[1] Accessories Description Programmable DC Electronic Load (single channel, DC 150 V/40 A 200 W 15 kHz 2.5 A/μs) Programmable DC Electronic Load (single channel, DC 150 V/40 A 200 W 30 kHz 3.0 A/μs) Programmable DC Electronic Load (single channel, DC 150 V/60 A 350 W 15 kHz 2.5 A/μs) Programmable DC Electronic Load (single channel, DC 150 V/60 A 350 W 30 kHz 5.
RIGOL (3) Chapter 6 Appendix those models without A (DL3021/DL3031) are different. For all the accessories and options, please contact the local office of RIGOL. Accessories Description 20 A/40 A/60 A Test Lead Model Maximum Current Maximum Voltage Terminal Wire Gauge Length Exterior Design 20 A Test Lead 20 A 150 V M8/M8 AWG14 780 mm Sense Cable 40 A Test Lead 40 A 150 V M8/M8 AWG14×2 780 mm 60 A Test Lead 60 A 150 V M8/M8 AWG14×3 780 mm USB-GPIB Interface Converter Enable the Sense function.
RIGOL Chapter 6 Appendix Rack Mount Kit for a single instrument It is used for installing a single instrument. DL3000 User’s Guide Rack Mount Kit for two instruments It is used for installing two instruments.
RIGOL Chapter 6 Appendix Appendix B: Warranty RIGOL warrants that the product mainframe and product accessories will be free from defects in materials and workmanship within the warranty period. If a product proves defective within the warranty period, RIGOL guarantees free replacement or repair for the defective product. To get repair service, please contact with your nearest RIGOL sales or service office.
Index RIGOL Index AC Selector ...................... 1-10, 1-12 Air Outlet ................................. 1-10 Appearance and Dimensions ........ 1-3 Battery .................................... 2-59 Beeper..................................... 2-91 Built-in Help System .................. 1-16 Bus Trigger .............................. 2-78 CC ............................................. 2-3 Channel Input ............................ 2-6 Con ......................................... 2-17 CP ...........
