4601 I-V Meter Operation Manual
5.6 Operating Multiple 4601
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5.6
Operating Multiple 4601
This section describes synchronous operation, series connection, and parallel connection using more than one
4601.
5.6.1
Synchronous Operation
The synchronous operation of multiple 4601 units allows synchronization of measurement timing in the
DC source mode, and both source and measurement timings in the sweep source mode.
The timing control for the synchronization is performed by the external control signals; TRIGGER IN,
SYNC OUT and OPERATE IN/OUT, and by setting the time parameters such as measurement delay and
source delay.
1. Three unit synchronous operation using SYNC OUT
The Operate or Suspend status and the source and measurement timings are synchronized.
The following shows the setting and connection for the synchronous operation.
The following connection requires BNC cables and BNC T junction connectors for junction between
SYNC OUT and TRIGGER IN and between OPERATE IN and OPERATE OUT.
Figure 5-11 Connection for Three Unit Synchronous Operation Using SYNC OUT
Table 5-11 Setting for Three Unit Synchronous Operation Using SYNC OUT
Parameter
No.1
No.2
No.3
SYNC OUT control signal
SYNC OUT
-
-
OPERATE IN/OUT control signal
OPERATE OUT
OPR/SUS IN
OPR/SUS IN
Sampling
AUTO
HOLD
HOLD
(Master)
(Slave)
(Slave)
