Atec Agilent-34972A - Manual (Page 12)

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Low-cost, high-quality switching for
automated test
If you don’t need the built-in measurement capability of
the 34970A
/34972A , save money by ordering it without the
DMM. What you end up with is the lowest cost switch unit
on the market. It’s an ideal solution for routing test signals
to and from your DUT and assorted instruments, including
external DMMs, scopes, counters, and power supplies.
Plus, you can add the DMM later if your needs change.
The functionality you need
We put a lot of thought into defining and designing the
modules for the 34970A
/34972A in order to cover a broad
spectrum of switching and signal routing requirements
with fewer modules. The result? Simplified ordering and
easier configuration. And while we were at it, we improved
performance
and density. The 34970A/34972A modules can
switch from microvolts to 300 volts, dc to 2 GHz, and with
densities as high as 120 single-ended channels or 96 matrix
crosspoints per frame. Plus, simple control capabilities like
analog outputs, open collector digital outputs, and isolated
Form-C relays for controlling higher-powered devices are
available.
Easy scanning
The 34970A/34972A can easily scan with external
instruments. It builds a scan list that includes all enabled
low frequency multiplexer inputs. Scans are controlled with
the external “channel advance” input, or with the front
panel “Step” key.
Connect to the company network
With the 34972A’s LAN interface, the instrument is easily
connected to the company network to collect measurement
data to a central database, remotely access the instrument’s
set up, or monitor measurement data from anywhere on
the network.
Low-cost switching system for automated testing