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Agilent 34410A/11A/L4411A Programmer's Reference Introduction to SCPI Language Syntax Conventions Command Separators Using the MIN, MAX, and DEF

Frequency and Period Configuration Commands Measurement Configuration Commands Triggering Commands Measurement Statistics Commands Reading Memory Comm

DescriptionThis command sets the upper limit for the present measurement function(used in limit testing).

ExamplesThe following command selects the slow filter (3 Hz).FREQ:RANG:LOW 3The following query returns the timeout setting.FREQ:RANG:LOW?Typical Resp

See AlsoCONFigure:FREQuency

[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables voltage autoranging for frequencymeasurements. Autoranging is convenient because the instrumentautomatical

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE} Autorange ON

RemarksAutorange thresholds:Down range at: <10% of range (ac voltage)Up range at: >120% of range (ac voltage)With autoranging enabled, the instr

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.FREQ:VOLT:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging setting.FREQ:VOLT:RANG:AUTO?Typi

See AlsoCONFigure:FREQuency[SENSe:]FREQuency[:VOLTage]:RANGe[:UPPer]

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest (maximum) range for the currently selected function The

[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]{<voltage_range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the voltage range for frequency measurements.The maximum range parameter is 1000 V, which is set byMAX. However, the S

ParametersName TypeRange ofValuesDefaultValue<voltage_range> DiscreteDesired rangein volts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V (DEF)100 V1000 V (MAX)This is are

RemarksSelecting a discrete range will disable autoranging.If the input signal is greater than can be measured on the selected range(manual ranging),

Return FormatThe query command returns the voltage range in the form"+1.00000000E+01".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 10 volt range for frequencymeasurements.FREQ:VOLT:RANG 10The following query returns the voltage range selec

See AlsoCONFigure:FREQuency[SENSe:]FREQuency[:VOLTage]:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]PERiod:APERtureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]PERiod:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]PERiod:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}]

RemarksYou must select the limit math function (CALC:FUNC LIM) and turn onmath operations (CALC:STAT ON) before you set a limit value.You can assign a

DescriptionThis command selects the aperture time (also called gate time) for periodmeasurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<seconds> DiscreteDesired aperture inseconds:1 ms (MIN) 10 ms 100 ms (DEF)1 second (MAX)This is

RemarksThis command sets the aperture for both frequency and periodmeasurements.The frequency measurement does not autorange. For frequencymeasurement

Return FormatThe query command returns the aperture time in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets the aperture to 10 ms.PER:APER 10E-03The following query returns the aperture selected.PER:APER?Typical Response:

See AlsoCONFigure:PERiod

[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for period measurements.

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]PERiod:NULL:VALue command to set the null value.The CONFigure:PERiod and MEASure:PERiod? commands turn off the nullstate.A Fact

Return FormatThe query command returns the upper limit in the form "+1.00000000E+03".

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.PER:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.PER:NULL:STAT?Typical Response:

See Also[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL:VALueCONFigure:PERiodMEASure:PERiod?

[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for period measurements. The null valueis subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command, it is

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.PER:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.PER:NULL:VAL?Typical Response:

ExamplesThe following command sets the upper limit to 10.25.CALC:LIM:UPP 10.25The following query returns the limit settings.CALC:LIM:UPP?Typical Resp

See Also[SENSe:]PERiod:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]PERiod:RANGe:LOWerSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]PERiod:RANGe:LOWer {<filter>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]PERiod:RANGe:LOWer? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the ac bandwidth used to detect the signal during periodand frequency measurements. The instrument uses three different a

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<filter> Discrete{3|20|200}MIN = 3 Hz (slow), MAX = 200 Hz (fast)This is arequiredparameter.DEF s

RemarksApplies to period and frequency measurements, and to voltagemeasurements made as the second display function during frequency orperiod measurem

Return FormatThe query command returns "3.0000000" (slow), "2.0000000E+1"(medium), or "2.0000000E+2" (fast).

ExamplesThe following command selects the slow filter (3 Hz).PER:RANG:LOW 3The following query returns the timeout setting.PER:RANG:LOW?Typical Respon

See AlsoCONFigure:PERiod

[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

See AlsoCALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:LIMit:LOWerCALCulate:STATeSTATus Subsystem Introduction

Syntax[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables voltage autoranging for periodmeasurements. Autoranging is convenient because the instrumentautomatically

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE} Autorange ON

RemarksAutorange thresholds:Down range at: <10% of range (ac voltage)Up range at: >120% of range (ac voltage)With autoranging enabled, the instr

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.PER:VOLT:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging setting.PER:VOLT:RANG:AUTO?Typica

See AlsoCONFigure:PERiod[SENSe:]PERiod[:VOLTage]:RANGe[:UPPer]

[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]{<voltage_range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the voltage range for period measurements.The maximum range parameter is 1000 V, which is set byMAX. However, the SAFE

CALCulate:DB:REFerenceSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

ParametersName TypeRange ofValuesDefaultValue<voltage_range> DiscreteDesired rangein volts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V (DEF)100 V1000 V (MAX)This is are

RemarksSelecting a discrete range will disable autoranging.If the input signal is greater than can be measured on the selected range(manual ranging),

Return FormatThe query command returns the voltage range in the form"+1.00000000E+01".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 10 volt range for period measurements.PER:VOLT:RANG 10The following query returns the voltage range selected

See AlsoCONFigure:PERiod[SENSe:]PERiod[:VOLTage]:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERtureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the integration time in seconds (called aperture time)for resistance measurements.You should use this command only whe

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<seconds> NumericDesired aperture timein seconds:34410A: ~100 µs to~1 s (with ~20 µsresolution)

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

SyntaxCALCulate:DB:REFerence {<value> | MINimum | MAXimum}CALCulate:DB:REFerence? {MINimum | MAXimum}

Return FormatThe query command returns the aperture time in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets the aperture time to 300 ms.FRES:APER 300E-03The following query returns the aperture time selected.FRES:APER?Typic

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistance[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERture:ENABled

[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERture:ENABledSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERture:ENABled {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERture:ENABled?

DescriptionThis command queries whether an aperture time is enabled or disabled forresistance measurements.

RemarksThis query determines whether the aperture used for both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements is enabled.The CONFigure:FRESistance, MEASur

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" if the aperture time mode is disabled or "1"if the aperture time mode is enabled.

ExampleThe following command returns the state of the aperture time mode.FRES:APER:ENAB?Typical Response: 1

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistance[SENSe:]FRESistance:APERture

DescriptionThis command stores a relative value in the meter's dB Relative Register,which is used for the dB function in the CALCulate:FUNCtion c

[SENSe:]FRESistance:NPLCSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:NPLC {<PLCs>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]FRESistance:NPLC? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the integration time in number of power line cycles(PLCs) for resistance measurements. Integration time affects themeasur

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<PLCs> Discrete34410A: {0.006|0.02|0.06|0.2|1|2|10|100}MIN = 0.006 PLC, MAX = 100 PLC34411A/L4

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

100 PLC 0.03 ppm x RangeThe instrument sets the integration time to 1 PLC (and turns off aperturemode) after a Factory Reset (*RST command) or an Inst

Return FormatThe query command returns the integration time in the form"+1.00000000E+00".

ExamplesThe following command set the integration time to 0.2 PLCs.FRES:NPLC 0.2The following query returns the integration time settings.FRES:NPLC?Ty

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistance

[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

ParametersThe <value> (relative value) parameter can take any value in the range±200 dBm. MIN = -200.00 dBm. MAX = +200.00 dBm. The default valu

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for resistance measurements.

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.FRES:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.FRES:NULL:STAT?Typical Response

See Also[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL:VALueCONFigure:FRESistanceMEASure:FRESistance?

[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for resistance measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

Agilent 34410A/11A/L4411A 6½ DigitMultimeterProgrammer's Reference This Help file contains reference information to help you program theAgilent 3

RemarksYou must select (CALCulate:FUNCtion) and turn on (CALCulate:STATe)math operations before writing to the dB Relative Register.The dB relative va

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.FRES:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.FRES:NULL:VAL?Typical Respons

See Also[SENSe:]FRESistance:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]FRESistance:OCOMpensatedSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:OCOMpensated <mode>[SENSe:]FRESistance:OCOMpensated?

DescriptionThis command enables or disables offset compensation for resistancemeasurements. Offset compensation removes the effects of small dcvoltage

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1} OFF|0

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

Return FormatThe query command returns the relative value in the form"+1.00000000E+02".

ExamplesThe following command enables offset compensation.FRES:OCOM ONThe following query returns the offset compensation setting.FRES:OCOM?Typical Re

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistance

[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables autoranging for resistance measurements.Autoranging is convenient because the instrument automatically sel

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE} Autorange ON

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.FRES:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging settings.FRES:RANG:AUTO?Typical Respo

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistance[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe

ExamplesThe following command sets the dB relative value to -10.0 dBm.CALC:DB:REF -10.0The following query returns the dB relative value.CALC:DB:REF?T

[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe[:UPPer] {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement range for resistance measurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> DiscreteDesired range inohms:100 Ω (MIN)1 kΩ10 kΩ100 kΩ1 MΩ10 MΩ100 MΩ1 GΩ (MAX)This is

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the range in the form "+1.00000000E+03".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 10 kΩ range.FRES:RANG 10E+3The following query returns the range selected.FRES:RANG?Typical Response: +1.00

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistance[SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]FRESistance:RESolutionSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FRESistance:RESolution {<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]FRESistance:RESolution? [{MIN|MAX}]

See AlsoCALCulate:DBM:REFerenceCALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement resolution for resistancemeasurements. Specify the resolution in the same units as the selectedmeasure

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<resolution> NumericDesired resolutionin ohms (see ResolutionTable).0.3 ppm xRange (1 PLC)

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the resolution in the form "+1.00000000E+02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the measurement resolution to 100 Ω.FRES:RES 100The following query returns the resolution selected.FRES:RES?Typica

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistance

[SENSe:]RESistance:APERtureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]RESistance:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the integration time in seconds (called aperture time)for resistance measurements.You should use this command only whe

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<seconds> NumericDesired aperture timein seconds:34410A: ~100 µs to~1 s (with ~20 µsresolution)

CALCulate:DBM:REFerenceSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the aperture time in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets the aperture time to 300 ms.RES:APER 300E-03The following query returns the aperture time selected.RES:APER?Typical

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance[SENSe:]RESistance:APERture:ENABled

[SENSe:]RESistance:APERture:ENABledSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:APERture:ENABled {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]RESistance:APERture:ENABled?

DescriptionThis command queries whether an aperture time is enabled or disabled forresistance measurements.

RemarksThis query determines whether the aperture used for both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements is enabled.The CONFigure:RESistance, MEASure

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" if the aperture time mode is disabled, or "1"if the aperture time mode is enabled.

ExampleThe following command returns the state of the aperture time mode.RES:APER:ENAB?Typical Response: 1

SyntaxCALCulate:DBM:REFerence {<value> | MINimum | MAXimum}CALCulate:DBM:REFerence? {MINimum | MAXimum}

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance[SENSe:]RESistance:APERture

[SENSe:]RESistance:NPLCSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:NPLC {<PLCs>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]RESistance:NPLC? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the integration time in number of power line cycles(PLCs) for resistance measurements. Integration time affects themeasur

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<PLCs> Discrete34410A: {0.006|0.02|0.06|0.2|1|2|10|100}MIN = 0.006 PLC, MAX = 100 PLC34411A/L4

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

100 PLC 0.03 ppm x RangeThe instrument sets the integration time to 1 PLC (and turns off aperturemode) after a Factory Reset (*RST command) or an Inst

Return FormatThe query command returns the integration time in the form"+1.00000000E+00".

ExamplesThe following command set the integration time to 0.2 PLCs.RES:NPLC 0.2The following query returns the integration time setting.RES:NPLC?Typic

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance

DescriptionThis command selects the dBm reference resistance. The default is 600ohms. This reference value affects both the dBm and dB functions in th

[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for resistance measurements.

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.RES:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.RES:NULL:STAT?Typical Response:

See Also[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL:VALueCONFigure:RESistanceMEASure:RESistance?

[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for resistance measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> (dBm reference value) parameter can only take on certaindiscrete values. Choose from: 50, 75, 93, 110, 124, 125, 135, 150,

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.RES:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.RES:NULL:VAL?Typical Response:

See Also[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]RESistance:OCOMpensatedSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:OCOMpensated <mode>[SENSe:]RESistance:OCOMpensated?

DescriptionThis command enables or disables offset compensation for resistancemeasurements. Offset compensation removes the effects of small dcvoltage

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1} OFF|0

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

RemarksThe dBm reference resistance is not reset when math functions areenabled by the CALCulate:STATe command, nor when aCALCulate:FUNCtion command i

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command enables offset compensation.RES:OCOM ONThe following query returns the offset compensation setting.RES:OCOM?Typical Resp

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance

[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables autoranging for resistance measurements.Autoranging is convenient because the instrument automatically sel

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}AutorangeON

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.RES:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging setting.RES:RANG:AUTO?Typical Response

Return FormatThe query command returns the dBm reference resistance.

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe

[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe[:UPPer] {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement range for resistance measurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> DiscreteDesired range inohms:100 Ω (MIN)1 kΩ10 kΩ100 kΩ1 MΩ10 MΩ100 MΩ1 GΩ (MAX)This is

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the range in the form "+1.00000000E+03".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 10 kΩ range.RES:RANG 10E+3The following query returns the range selected.RES:RANG?Typical Response: +1.0000

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance[SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]RESistance:RESolutionSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

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ExamplesThe following command sets the dBm reference resistance to 300 ohms.CALC:DBM:REF 300The following query returns the dBm reference resistance.C

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:RESolution {<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]RESistance:RESolution? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement resolution for resistancemeasurements. Specify the resolution in the same units as the selectedmeasure

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<resolution> NumericDesired resolutionin ohms (see ResolutionTable).0.3 ppm xRange (1 PLC)

RemarksThis command affects both 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements. AllFRES and RES commands affect the equivalent settings for all resistance

Return FormatThe query command returns the resolution in the form "+1.00000000E+02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the measurement resolution to 100Ω.RES:RES 100The following query returns the resolution selected.RES:RES?Typical R

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance

[SENSe:]RESistance:ZERO:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]RESistance:ZERO:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]RESistance:ZERO:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the autozero mode for resistancemeasurements.When autozero is ON (default), the instrument internally disc

See AlsoCALCulate:DB:REFerenceCALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Discrete {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}AutozeroON

RemarksThis command does not affect 4-wire resistance measurements. All 4-wiremeasurements are made with autozero ON, regardless of the state set orre

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF or ONCE) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autozero. With autozero disabled, a newzero measurement is not issued until the next configuration change(funct

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistance

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERtureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the integration time in seconds (called aperture time)for temperature measurements.You should use this command only wh

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<seconds> NumericDesired aperture timein seconds:34410A: ~100 µs to~1 s (with ~20 µsresolution)

RemarksDue to internal quantization, the actual aperture that you set may beslightly different than your specified value. The increment is approximate

CALCulate:NULL:OFFSetSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Return FormatThe query command returns the aperture time in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets the aperture time to 300 ms.TEMP:APER 300E-03The following query returns the aperture time selected.TEMP:APER?Typic

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture:ENABledSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture:ENABled {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture:ENABled?

DescriptionThis command queries whether an aperture time is enabled or disabled fortemperature measurements.

RemarksThe CONFigure:TEMPerature, MEASure:TEMPerature?,[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NPLC, and [SENSe:]TEMPerature:RESolutioncommands disable the aperture time

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" is the aperture time mode is disabled or "1"if the aperture time mode is enabled.

ExampleThe following command returns the state of the aperture time mode.TEMP:APER:ENAB?Typical Response: 1

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NPLCSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALCulate:NULL:OFFSet {<value> | MINimum | MAXimum}CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet? {MINimum | MAXimum}

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NPLC {<PLCs>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NPLC? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the integration time in number of power line cycles(PLCs) for temperature measurements. Integration time affects themeasu

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<PLCs> Discrete34410A: {0.006|0.02|0.06|0.2|1|2|10|100}MIN = 0.006 PLC, MAX = 100 PLC34411A/L4

RemarksSelecting an integration time with this command changes any aperture setwith the [SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture command.Only those integration ti

(*RST command) or an Instrument Preset (SYSTem:PRESet command).

Return FormatThe query command returns the integration time in the form"+1.00000000E+00".

ExamplesThe following command set the integration time to 0.2 PLCs.TEMP:NPLC 0.2The following query returns the integration time setting.TEMP:NPLC?Typ

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command stores a null value in the multimeter's Null Register.This command is provided for compatibility with the 34401A 6½Digit

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for temperaturemeasurements.

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALue command to set the null value.The CONFigure:TEMPerature and MEASure:TEMPerature? commands turnoff the nu

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.FRES:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.FRES:NULL:STAT?Typical Response

See Also[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALueCONFigure:TEMPeratureMEASure:TEMPerature?

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for temperature measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -1.0E+15 and+1.0E+15. MIN = -1.0E+15 and MAX = +1.0E+15. The default value is 0.

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command, i

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present measurement function. MIN = -120%

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.FRES:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.FRES:NULL:VAL?Typical Respons

See Also[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:TYPESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:TYPE <probe_type>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:TYPE?

DescriptionThis command selects the transducer probe type to use for temperaturemeasurements.

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<probe_type> Discrete{FRTD|RTD|FTHermistor|THERmistor}FRTD

RemarksThe instrument selects "FRTD" (4-wire RTD) as the probe type after aFactory Reset (*RST command) or an Instrument Preset (SYSTem:PRES

Return FormatThe query command returns "FRTD", "RTD", "FTH", or "THER".

ExamplesThe following command selects the RTD probe type.TEMP:TRAN:TYPE RTDThe following query returns the probe selection.TEMP:TRAN:TYPE?Typical Resp

RemarksIf you use the individual (null per function) null commands found in the[SENSe:] subsystem, it is recommended that you not use this function,an

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPeratureMEASure:TEMPerature?

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:ZERO:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:ZERO:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:ZERO:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the autozero mode for temperaturemeasurements.When autozero is ON (default), the instrument internally dis

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Discrete {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}AutozeroON

RemarksAutozero ONCE issues an immediate zero measurement, and then setsautozero to OFF.The autozero mode is set indirectly when you set the resolutio

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF or ONCE) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autozero. With autozero disabled, a newzero measurement is not issued until the next configuration change(funct

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:OCOMpensatedSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:OCOMpensated <mode>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:OCOMpensated?

DescriptionThis command enables or disables offset compensation for temperaturemeasurements. Offset compensation removes the effects of small dcvoltag

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1} OFF|0

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.The instrument disables offset compensation after a Factory Reset (*RSTcommand) or an Instrumen

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command enables offset compensation.TEMP:TRAN:FRTD:OCOM ONThe following query returns the offset compensation setting.TEMP:TRAN:

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:RESistance[:REFerence]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:RESistance[:REFerence]{<reference>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:RESistance[:REFeren

DescriptionThe resistance of an RTD is nominal at 0 °C and is referred to as Ro. Thiscommand selects the nominal resistance (Ro) for 4-wire RTD measur

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.CALC:NULL:OFFS -0.25The following query returns the null value.CALC:NULL:OFFS?Typical Respo

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<reference> NumericAny value between49Ω and 2.1 kΩ.MIN = 49Ω,MAX = 2.1 kΩThis is arequiredparamet

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.The instrument sets the nominal resistance to 100Ω after a Factory Reset(*RST command) or an In

Return FormatThe query command returns the nominal resistance setting in ohms.

ExamplesThe following command sets Ro to 1000Ω.TEMP:TRAN:FRTD:RES 1000The following query returns the Ro setting.TEMP:TRAN:FRTD:RES?Typical Response:

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:TYPE

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:TYPESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:TYPE <type>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:TYPE?

DescriptionThis command selects the RTD type for temperature measurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<type> Discrete {85} 85

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.Only Type 85 RTDs are suppported for RTD temperature measurements.The instrument supports RTDs

See AlsoCALCulate:STATe

Return FormatThe query command returns "+85" (the only type supported).

ExamplesThe following command selects a Type 85 RTD.TEMP:TRAN:FRTD:TYPE 85The following query returns the RTD type selection.TEMP:TRAN:FRTD:TYPE?Typic

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPeratureMEASure:TEMPerature?[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:RESistance

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:OCOMpensatedSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:OCOMpensated <mode>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:OCOMpensated?

DescriptionThis command enables or disables offset compensation for temperaturemeasurements. Offset compensation removes the effects of small dcvoltag

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1} OFF|0

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.The instrument disables offset compensation after a Factory Reset (*RSTcommand) or an Instrumen

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command enables offset compensation.TEMP:TRAN:RTD:OCOM ONThe following query returns the offset compensation setting.TEMP:TRAN:R

Introduction to the SCPI LanguageSCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) is an ASCII-basedinstrument command language designed for test

CALCulate:AVERage:AVERage?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:RESistance[:REFerence]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:RESistance[:REFerence]{<reference>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:RESistance[:REFerence

DescriptionThe resistance of an RTD is nominal at 0 °C and is referred to as Ro. Thiscommand selects the nominal resistance (Ro) for 2-wire RTD measur

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<reference> NumericAny value between49Ω and 2.1 kΩ.MIN = 49Ω,MAX = 2.1 kΩThis is arequiredparamet

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.The instrument sets the nominal resistance to 100Ω after a Factory Reset(*RST command) or an In

Return FormatThe query command returns the nominal resistance setting in ohms.

ExamplesThe following command sets Ro to 1000Ω.TEMP:TRAN:RTD:RES 1000The following query returns the Ro setting.TEMP:TRAN:RTD:RES?Typical Response: +

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPeratureMEASure:TEMPerature?

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:TYPESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALCulate:AVERage:AVERage?

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:TYPE <type>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:TYPE?

DescriptionThis command selects the RTD type for temperature measurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<type> Discrete {85} 85

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.Only Type 85 RTDs are suppported for RTD temperature measurements.The instrument supports RTDs

Return FormatThe query command returns "+85" (the only type supported).

ExamplesThe following command selects a Type 85 RTD.TEMP:TRAN:RTD:TYPE 85The following query returns the RTD type selection.TEMP:TRAN:RTD:TYPE?Typical

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:TYPE[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:RTD:RESistance

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:THERmistor:TYPESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:THERmistor:TYPE <type>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:THERmistor:TYPE?

DescriptionThis command selects the thermistor type for 2-wire temperaturemeasurements.

DescriptionThis command returns the mathematical average (mean) of all readingstaken since statistics were enabled.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<type> Discrete {2252|5000|10000} 5000

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.The instrument supports standard 2252 Ω, 5 kΩ, and 10 kΩ thermistors.The instrument sets the th

Return FormatThe query command returns "+2252", "+5000", or "+10000".

ExamplesThe following command selects a 10 kΩ thermistor.TEMP:TRAN:THER:TYPE 10000The following query returns the thermistor type selection.TEMP:TRAN:

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FTHermistor:TYPESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FTHermistor:TYPE <type>[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FTHermistor:TYPE?

DescriptionThis command selects the thermistor type for 4-wire temperaturemeasurements.

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<type> Discrete {2252|5000|10000|MIN|MAX} 5000

RemarksAffects both 2-wire and 4-wire RTD measurements.The instrument supports standard 2252 Ω, 5 kΩ, and 10 kΩ thermistors.The instrument sets the th

RemarksYou can read the statistical values at any time.The instrument clears the stored statistical data when statistics areenabled, when the CALCulat

Return FormatThe query command returns "+2252", "+5000", or "+10000".

ExamplesThe following command selects a 10 kΩ thermistor.TEMP:TRAN:FTH:TYPE 10000The following query returns the thermistor type selection.TEMP:TRAN:F

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPerature

[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:BANDwidthSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:BANDwidth {<filter>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:BANDwidth? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the bandwidth for ac voltage measurements. Theinstrument uses three different ac filters for ac voltage measurements. The

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<filter> Discrete{3|20|200}MIN = 3 Hz (slow), MAX = 200 Hz(fast)This is a requiredparameterDEF

RemarksThe <filter> parameter takes on one of three discrete values: 3, 20, or200. However, you can enter the lowest expected frequency that you

Return FormatThe query command returns "3.0000000" (slow), "2.0000000E+1"(medium), or "2.0000000E+2" (fast).

ExamplesThe following command selects the slow filter (3 Hz).VOLT:AC:BAND 3The following query returns the ac filter setting.VOLT:AC:BAND?Typical Resp

Return FormatThe command returns the average of the readings taken, or "0" if no data isavailable.

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage]:AC

[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for ac voltage measurements.

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL:VALue command to set the null value.The CONFigure[:VOLTage]:AC and MEASure[:VOLTage]:AC? commandsturn off the n

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.VOLT:AC:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.VOLT:AC:NULL:STAT?Typical Re

See Also[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL:VALueCONFigure[:VOLTage]:ACMEASure[:VOLTage]:AC?

[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

ExampleThe following query returns the average of the readings taken.CALC:AVER:AVER?Typical Response: +2.61920000E+01

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for ac voltage measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command, it

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.VOLT:AC:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.VOLT:AC:NULL:VAL?Typical R

See Also[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:PEAK:STATeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:PEAK:STATe {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:PEAK:STATe?

DescriptionThis command (when STATe= ON) configures the ac voltage measurementfunction to also produce peak-to-peak measurements, which may beretrieve

RemarksUse the FETCh:VOLTage:AC:PTPeak? command to retrieve the peakvoltage data.A Factory Reset (*RST command) or an Instrument Preset(SYSTem:PRESet

See AlsoCALCulate:AVERage:CLEarCALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?CALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

Return FormatThe query command returns the state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the peak voltage function on.VOLT:AC:PEAK:STAT ONThe following query returns the state.VOLT:AC:PEAK:STAT?Typical R

See AlsoFETCh:VOLTage:AC:PTPeak?

[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables autoranging for ac voltagemeasurements. Autoranging is convenient because the instrumentautomatically sele

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE} AutorangeON

RemarksAutorange thresholds:Downrange at:<10% of rangeUp rangeat:>120% of rangeWith autoranging enabled, the instrument selects the appropriate

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.VOLT:AC:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging setting.VOLT:AC:RANG:AUTO?Typical

CALCulate:AVERage:CLEarSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage]:AC[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe

[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe[:UPPer] {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement range for ac voltage measurements.The maximum range parameter is 1000 V, which is set byMAX. However,

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> DiscreteDesired range involts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V100 V1000 V (MAX)This is arequiredpara

RemarksSelecting a discrete range will disable autoranging.If the input signal is greater than can be measured on the selected range(manual ranging),

Return FormatThe query command returns the range in the form "+1.00000000E+01".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 10 volt range.VOLT:AC:RANG 10The following query returns the range selected.VOLT:AC:RANG?Typical Response:

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage]:AC[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERtureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALCulate:AVERage:CLEar

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the integration time in seconds (called aperture time)for dc voltage measurements.You should use this command only whe

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<seconds> NumericDesired aperture timein seconds:34410A: ~100 µs to~1 s (with ~20 µsresolution)

RemarksDue to internal quantization, the actual aperture that you set may beslightly different than your specified value. The increment is approximate

Return FormatThe query command returns the aperture time in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets the aperture time to 300 ms.VOLT:DC:APER 300E-03The following query returns the aperture time selected.VOLT:DC:APER

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC][SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture:ENABled

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture:ENABledSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture:ENABled {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture:ENABled?

DescriptionThis command queries whether an aperture time is enabled or disabled fordc voltage measurements.

DescriptionThis command clears all values from the statistics register.

RemarksThe CONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC], MEASure[:VOLTage][:DC]?,[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NPLC, and [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RESolutioncommands disable the apertu

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" if the aperture time mode is disabled or "1"if the aperture time mode is enabled.

ExampleThe following command returns the state of the aperture time mode.VOLT:DC:APER:ENAB?Typical Response: 1

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC][SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:IMPedance:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:IMPedance:AUTO {OFF|0|ON|1}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:IMPedance:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the automatic input impedance mode fordc voltage measurements. Normally, the instrument's input resis

RemarksThis command affects dc voltage measurements only.With "AUTO OFF" (default), the input impedance for dc voltagemeasurements is fixed

Return FormatThe query returns the current state of the automatic input impedance mode:"0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExampleThe following command disables the automatic input impedance mode. All dcvoltage measurements are made with a fixed, 10 MΩ input impedance.VOLT

Syntax ConventionsThe format used to show commands is illustrated below:VOLTage:DC:RANGe {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}The command syntax shows most comm

RemarksThis command clears the minimum, maximum, average, count, andstandard deviation values (but no readings are cleared from memory).The instrument

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC]

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NPLCSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NPLC {<PLCs>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NPLC? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the integration time in number of power line cycles(PLCs) for dc voltage measurements. Integration time affects themeasur

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<PLCs> Discrete34410A: {0.006|0.02|0.06|0.2|1|2|10|100}MIN = 0.006 PLC, MAX = 100 PLC34411A/L4

RemarksSelecting an integration time with this command changes any aperture setwith the [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture command.Only those integration t

(*RST command) or an Instrument Preset (SYSTem:PRESet command).

Return FormatThe query command returns the integration time in the form"+1.00000000E+00".

ExamplesThe following command set the integration time to 0.2 PLCs.VOLT:DC:NPLC 0.2The following query returns the integration time setting.VOLT:DC:NP

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC]

Return FormatThis command has no query form.

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for dc voltage measurements.

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALue command to set the nullvalue.The CONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC] and MEASure[:VOLTage][:DC]?commands turn off

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.VOLT:DC:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.VOLT:DC:NULL:STAT?Typical Re

See Also[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALueCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC]MEASure[:VOLTage][:DC]?

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for dc voltage measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ExampleThe following command clears the stored statistical data.CALC:AVER:CLE

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command,

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.VOLT:DC:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.VOLT:DC:NULL:VAL?Typical R

See Also[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATe {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATe?

DescriptionThis command (when STATe= ON) configures the dc voltage measurementfunction to also produce peak measurements, which may be retrievedsepara

RemarksUse the FETCh:VOLTage:AC:PTPeak? command to retrieve the peakvoltage data.A Factory Reset (*RST command) or an Instrument Preset(SYSTem:PRESet

Return FormatThe query command returns the state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

See AlsoCALCulate:AVERage:AVERage?CALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?CALCulate:AVERage:MAXimum?CALCulate:AVERage:MINimum?CALCulate:AVERage:PTPeak?CALCulate:AVERa

ExamplesThe following command turns the peak voltage function on.VOLT:DC:PEAK:STAT ONThe following query returns the state.VOLT:DC:PEAK:STAT?Typical R

See AlsoFETCh:VOLTage:AC:PTPeak?

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables autoranging for dc voltagemeasurements. Autoranging is convenient because the instrumentautomatically sele

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE} Autorange ON

RemarksAutorange thresholds:Downrange at:<10% of rangeUp rangeat:>120% of rangeWith autoranging enabled, the instrument selects the appropriate

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.VOLT:DC:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging setting.VOLT:DC:RANG:AUTO?Typical

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC][SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe

CALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe[:UPPer] {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement range for dc voltage measurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> DiscreteDesired range involts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V100 V1000 V (MAX)This is arequiredpara

RemarksSelecting a discrete range will disable autoranging.If the input signal is greater than can be measured on the selected range(manual ranging),

Return FormatThe query command returns the range in the form "+1.00000000E+01".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 10 volt range.VOLT:DC:RANG 10The following query returns the range selected.VOLT:DC:RANG?Typical Response:

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC][SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RESolutionSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RESolution {<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RESolution? [{MIN|MAX}]

SyntaxCALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement resolution for dc voltagemeasurements. Specify the resolution in the same units as the selectedmeasure

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<resolution> NumericDesired resolutionin volts (see ResolutionTable).0.3 ppm xRange (1 PLC)

RemarksSetting the resolution with this command changes any aperture set withthe [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:APERture command.For the <resolution> para

Return FormatThe query command returns the resolution in the form "+1.00000000E-03".

ExamplesThe following command sets the measurement resolution to 1 mV.VOLT:DC:RES 1E-03The following query returns the resolution selected.VOLT:DC:RES

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC]

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:ZERO:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the autozero mode for dc voltagemeasurements.When autozero is ON (default), the instrument internally disc

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Discrete {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}This is arequiredparameter

DescriptionThis command returns the number of readings taken since statistics wereenabled.

RemarksAutozero ONCE issues an immediate zero measurement, and then setsautozero to OFF.The autozero mode is set indirectly when you set the resolutio

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF or ONCE) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autozero. With autozero disabled, a newzero measurement is not issued until the next configuration change(funct

See AlsoCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC]

STATus Subsystem IntroductionAgilent 34410A/11A/L4411A Status System Diagram Printable PDF Version

Command Summary *ESE*ESE?*ESR?*PSC*PSC?*SRE*SRE?*STB?STATus:OPERation:CONDition?STATus:OPERation:ENABleSTATus:OPERation:ENABle?STATus:OPERation[:EVEN

STATus:OPERation:CONDition?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSTATus:OPERation:CONDition?

DescriptionThis command queries the condition register for the Standard OperationRegister group. This is a read-only register and the bits are not cle

RemarksThe condition register bits reflect the current condition. If a condition goesaway, the corresponding bit is cleared in the condition register.

RemarksYou can read the statistical values at any time.The instrument clears the stored statistical data when statistics areenabled, when an INITiate

11-15Not Used Not Used "0" is returned.

Return FormatThe command reads the condition register and returns a decimal valuewhich corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in the r

ExampleThe following command reads the condition register (bit 5 is set).STAT:OPER:COND?Typical Response: +32

See AlsoSTATus:OPERation:ENABleSTATus:OPERation[:EVENt]?

STATus:OPERation:ENABleSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSTATus:OPERation:ENABle <enable_value>STATus:OPERation:ENABle?

DescriptionThis command enables bits in the enable register for the Standard OperationRegister group. The selected bits are then reported to the Statu

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<enable_value> NumericA decimal valuewhich correspondsto the binary-weighted sum ofthe bits in

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Standard OperationRegister. Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0Calibration inProg

Use the <enable_value> parameter to specify which bits will be reportedto the Status Byte. The decimal value specified corresponds to the binary

Return FormatThe command returns the count since statistics were enabled. If no data isavailable , "0" is returned.

Return FormatThe query command reads the enable register and returns a decimal valuewhich corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in th

ExamplesThe following command enables bit 5 (decimal value = 32) in the enableregister.STAT:OPER:ENAB 32The following query returns which bits are ena

See AlsoSTATus:OPERation:CONDition?STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]?STATus:PRESet

STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSTATus:OPERation[:EVENt]?

DescriptionThis command queries the event register for the Standard OperationRegister group. This is a read-only register and the bits are cleared whe

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Standard OperationRegister. Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0Calibration inProg

Once a bit is set, it remains set until cleared by reading the event registeror the *CLS (clear status) command.The *RST, SYSTem:PRESet, STATus:PRESet

Return FormatThe command reads the event register and returns a decimal value whichcorresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in the regis

ExampleThe following command reads the event register (bit 9 is set).STAT:OPER?Typical Response: +512

ExampleThe following query returns the number of readings taken since statisticswere enabled.CALC:AVER:COUN?Typical Response: +2.0000000E+01

See AlsoSTATus:OPERation:ENABle

STATus:PRESetSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSTATus:PRESet

DescriptionThis command clears all bits in the Questionable Data enable register andthe Standard Operation enable register.

RemarksSee STATus Subsystem Introduction for an overview of the status system.

ExampleThe following command clears the enable register bits.STAT:PRES

See AlsoSTATus Subsystem Introduction

STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSTATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?

DescriptionThis command queries the condition register for the Questionable DataRegister group. This is a read-only register and the bits are not clea

Command SeparatorsA colon ( : ) is used to separate a command keyword from a lower-levelkeyword. You must insert a blank space to separate a parameter

See AlsoCALCulate:AVERage:CLEarCALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

RemarksThe condition register bits reflect the current condition. If a condition goesaway, the corresponding bit is cleared in the condition register.

9 Overload 512 Read the EventRegister.10CapacitanceOverload/Underflow1024Only reported as event.Returns "0".Read the EventRegister.11 Lower

Return FormatThe command reads the condition register and returns a decimal valuewhich corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in the r

ExampleThe following command reads the condition register (bit 12 is set).STAT:QUES:COND?Typical Response: +4096

See AlsoSTATus:QUEStionable:ENABleSTATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]?

STATus:QUEStionable:ENABleSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSTATus:QUEStionable:ENABle <enable_value>STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle?

DescriptionThis command enables bits in the enable register for the Questionable DataRegister group. The selected bits are then reported to the Status

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<enable_value> NumericA decimal valuewhich correspondsto the binary-weighted sum ofthe bits in

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Questionable DataRegister. Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0 Voltage Overload 1

CALCulate:AVERage:MAXimum?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

12 Upper Limit Failed 4096 upper limit in limit test.13 Not Used Not Used "0" is returned.14 Memory Overflow 16384Reading memory is full.One

Return FormatThe query command reads the enable register and returns a decimal valuewhich corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in th

ExamplesThe following command enables bit 9 (decimal value = 512) in the enableregister.STAT:QUES:ENAB 512The following query returns which bits are e

See AlsoSTATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?STATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]?STATus:PRESet

STATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSTATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]?

DescriptionThis command queries the event register for the Questionable Data Registergroup. This is a read-only register and the bits are cleared when

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Questionable DataRegister. Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0 Voltage Overload 1

12 Upper Limit Failed 4096 upper limit in limit test.13 Not Used Not Used "0" is returned.14 Memory Overflow 16384Reading memory is full.One

Return FormatThe command reads the event register and returns a decimal value whichcorresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in the regis

SyntaxCALCulate:AVERage:MAXimum?

ExampleThe following command reads the event register (bit 10 is set).STAT:QUES?Typical Response: +1024

See AlsoSTATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle?

SYSTem Subsystem IntroductionCommand Summary General Commands SYStem:BEEPer:STATe SYStem:BEEPer:STATe? SYSTem:BEEPer[:IMMediate] SYSTe

Remote Interface Configuration Commands SYSTem:COMMunicate:ENABle SYSTem:COMMunicate:ENABle? SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB[:SELF]:ADDRess SY

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:MEDiasense? SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:NETBios SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:NETBios? SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:SMASk SY

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:AUTOip[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:AUTOip[:STATe] <mode>SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:AUTOip[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables use of the Auto-IP standard toautomatically assign an IP address to the 34410A/11A/L4411A when on anetwork

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is arequiredparameter

RemarksAuto-IP allocates IP addresses from the link-local address range(169.254.xxx.xxx).From the factory, the Auto-IP setting is enabled (ON).The Aut

DescriptionThis command returns the maximum value found since statistics wereenabled.

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables Auto-IP.SYST:COMM:LAN:AUTOIP OFFThe following query returns the current Auto-IP setting.SYST:COMM:LAN:AUTOIP?Ty

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:BSTatus?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:BSTatus?

DescriptionThis command returns the instrument's LAN boot status.

RemarksThis command is used primarily as a troubleshooting tool to determinewhether the LAN interface started, and if so how.If the LAN interface is d

Return FormatThe command reads the instrument's LAN boot status and returns one of thefollowing strings.String Returned DescriptionLAN_NO_LINKNo

ExampleThe following query returns the instrument's LAN boot status. SYST:COMM:LAN:BST?Typical Response: LAN_DHCP

RemarksYou can read the statistical values at any time.The instrument clears the stored statistical data when statistics areenabled, when the CALCulat

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:CONTrol?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:CONTrol?

DescriptionThis command reads the initial Control connection port number for Socketscommunications. The initial connection is used to send and receive

RemarksThe Control socket connection is used to send a Device Clear to theinstrument or to detect pending Service Request (SRQ) events.Always returns

Return FormatThe command returns the Control connection port number. If "0" isreturned, the interface does not support a Socket Control con

ExampleThe following query returns the Control connection port number. SYST:COMM:LAN:CONT?Typical Response: 5000

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DDNSSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DDNS <mode>SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DDNS?

Return FormatThe command returns the maximum of the readings taken, or "0" if no datais available.

DescriptionThis command turns Dynamic DNS on or off. Dynamic DNS registers theinstrument host name with the DNS server. Contact your networkadministra

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1} DDNS ON

RemarksThe DNS address is stored in non-volatile memory, and does not changewhen power has been off, after a Factory Reset (*RST command), or afteran

Return FormatThe query command returns the current DDNS state: "0" or "1".

ExamplesThe following command turns on DDNS.SYST:COMM:LAN:DDNS ONThe following query returns the current DDNS state.SYST:COMM:LAN:DDNS?Typical Respons

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HOSTname

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCPSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP <mode>SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables use of the Dynamic Host ConfigurationProtocol (DHCP) for the 34410A/11A/L4411A.When DHCP is enabled (facto

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is arequiredparameter

ExampleThe following query returns the maximum value found.CALC:AVER:MAX?Typical Response: +1.37370000E+03

RemarksMost corporate LANs have a DHCP server.If a DHCP LAN address is not assigned by a DHCP server, then a static IPwill be assumed after approximat

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables DHCP.SYST:COMM:LAN:DHCP OFFThe following query returns the current DHCP setting.SYST:COMM:LAN:DHCP?Typical Resp

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:BSTatus?SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:GATEwaySYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:IPADdressSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:SMASk

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DNSSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DNS "<address>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DNS? [{CURRent|STATic}]

DescriptionThis command assigns the static DNS address (the IP address of the DomainName System server). Contact your network administrator to determi

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<address>QuotedStringSpecified in four-bytedot notation("nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn"), where "

RemarksThe assigned DNS address is used for the DNS server if DHCP is disabled orunavailable. Otherwise, the DNS server address is auto-assigned by DH

Return FormatThe query command returns the current DNS address in the form"nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn".Note that the query command has two optional par

See AlsoCALCulate:AVERage:CLEarCALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?CALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

ExamplesThe following command sets the static DNS address.SYST:COMM:LAN:DNS "198.105.232.4"The following query returns the DNS address curre

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HOSTname

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DOMainSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DOMain "<name>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DOMain? [{CURRent|STATic}]

DescriptionThis command assigns a Domain Name to the 34410A/11A/L4411A. TheDomain Name is translated into an IP address.If you change the Domain Name,

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<name>QuotedASCIIStringA string of up to 63characters. The firstcharacter must be aletter (A-Z),

RemarksIf Dynamic Domain Name System (DNS) is available on your network andyour instrument uses DHCP, the Domain Name is registered with theDynamic DN

Return FormatThe query command reads the Domain Name and returns an ASCII stringenclosed in double quotes. If a Domain Name has not been assigned, a n

ExamplesThe following command defines a Domain Name.SYST:COMM:LAN:DOM "example.com"The following query returns the Domain Name currently bei

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCPSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HOSTname

CALCulate:AVERage:MINimum?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:GATEwaySyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:GATEway "<address>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:GATEway? [{CURRent|STATic}]

DescriptionThis command assigns a Default Gateway for the 34410A/11A/L4411A. Thespecified IP Address sets the Default Gateway which allows the instrum

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<address>QuotedStringSpecified in four-bytedot notation("nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn"),where "

RemarksIf DHCP is enabled (see SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP command), thespecified Default Gateway is not used. However, if the DHCP server fails toass

Return FormatThe query command returns the Default Gateway address in the form"nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn".Note that the query command has two optional

ExamplesThe following command sets the Default Gateway address.SYST:COMM:LAN:GATEWAY "255.255.20.11"The following query returns the Default

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCPSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:IPADdressSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:SMASk

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory?

SyntaxCALCulate:AVERage:MINimum?

DescriptionThis command returns a record of all LAN session connections anddisconnections.

RemarksTo clear the LAN connection history queue, use theSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory:CLEar command.

Return FormatThe command returns the LAN connection history in Definite-Length Blockformat. The syntax is a pound sign (#) followed by a non-zero digi

ExampleThe following query returns the LAN connection history. SYST:COMM:LAN:HIST?Typical Response: #3135"169.254.149.35-1 VXI11 Connect"

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory:CLEar

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory:CLEarSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory:CLEar

DescriptionThis command clears the LAN connection history queue.

RemarksUse this command to clear the LAN connection history queue after readingit with the SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory? command.

ExampleThe following command clears the LAN connection history queue. SYST:COMM:LAN:HIST:CLE

Using the MIN, MAX, and DEF ParametersFor many commands, you can substitute "MIN" or "MAX" in place of aparameter. In some cases y

DescriptionThis command returns the minimum value found since statistics wereenabled.

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory?

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HOSTnameSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HOSTname "<name>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HOSTname? [{CURRent|STATic}]

DescriptionThis command assigns a Host Name to the 34410A/11A/L4411A. The HostName is the host portion of the domain name, which is translated into an

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<name>QuotedASCIIStringA string of up to 15characters. The firstcharacter must be aletter (A-Z)

RemarksIf Dynamic Domain Name System (DNS) is available on your network andyour instrument uses DHCP, the Host Name is registered with the DynamicDNS

Return FormatThe query command reads the Host Name and returns an ASCII stringenclosed in double quotes. If a Host Name has not been assigned, a nulls

ExamplesThe following command defines a Host Name.SYST:COMM:LAN:HOST "LAB1-34410A"The following query returns the Host Name currently being

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCPSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DOMain

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:IPADdressSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

RemarksYou can read the statistical values at any time.The instrument clears the stored statistical data when statistics areenabled, when the CALCulat

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:IPADdress "<address>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:IPADdress? [{CURRent|STATic}]

DescriptionThis command assigns a static Internet Protocol (IP) Address for the34410A/11A/L4411A. Contact your network administrator for a valid IPadd

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<address>QuotedStringSpecified in four-bytedot notation("nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn"), where &qu

RemarksIf DHCP is enabled (see SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP command), thespecified static IP address is not used. However, if the DHCP server fails toa

Return FormatThe query command returns the IP address in the form "nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn".Note that the query command has two optional parameters.

ExamplesThe following command sets the IP address.SYST:COMM:LAN:IPAD "255.255.25.14"The following query returns the IP address currently bei

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCPSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:GATEwaySYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:SMASk

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:KEEPaliveSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:KEEPalive {<seconds>|MIN|MAX}SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:KEEPalive? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the LAN keepalive timeout which specifies a number ofseconds to keep a LAN socket active. If there has been no activity o

Return FormatThe command returns the minimum value found, or "0" if no data isavailable.

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<seconds> NumericDesired timeout inseconds between600 seconds and32,000,000seconds, or 0 (notimeo

RemarksIf you specify a value of "0", no timeout is set; the instrument will waitindefinitely and will not send any keepalive probes to the

Return FormatThe query command returns the current timeout in seconds.

ExamplesThe following command sets the timeout to 2,700 seconds (45 minutes).SYST:COMM:LAN:KEEP 2.7E+03The following query returns the timeout current

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:LIPaddress?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:LIPaddress?

DescriptionThis query returns the "last valid Auto IP address used."

Return FormatThe query returns the last valid Auto IP address in the form"nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn" (the quotes are also returned).

ExamplesThe following query returns the last valid Auto IP address used.SYST:COMM:LAN:LIP?Typical Response: "169.254.20.11"

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:AUTOip[:STATe]

ExampleThe following query returns the minimum value found.CALC:AVER:MIN?Typical Response: +4.27150000E-03

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:MAC?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:MAC?

DescriptionThis command reads the 34410A/11A/L4411A's Media Access Control (MAC)address, also known as the link-layer address, the Ethernet (stat

RemarksThe instrument's MAC address is set at the factory and cannot be changed.The MAC address is stored in non-volatile memory, and does not ch

Return FormatThe command reads the MAC address and returns an ASCII string enclosedin double quotes. The MAC address is represented as 12 hexadecimalc

ExampleThe following query returns the MAC address (the quotes are also returned). SYST:COMM:LAN:MAC?Typical Response: "00-30-D3-00-10-41"

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:MEDiasenseSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:MEDiasense <mode>SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:MEDiasense?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the mediasense feature.If you change the mediasense setting, you must cycle power on theinstrument to acti

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}MEDiasenseON

See AlsoCALCulate:AVERage:CLEarCALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?CALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

RemarksWhen MEDiasense is enabled, this feature detects a loss of LANconnectivity of greater than 20 seconds, and then, on sensing areconnection, re-s

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables MEDiasense.SYST:COMM:LAN:MED OFFThe following query returns the current MEDiasense setting.SYST:COMM:LAN:MED?Ty

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:NETBiosSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:NETBios <mode>SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:NETBios?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the use of NETBios to automaticallyassign an IP address to the 34410A/11A/L4411A for peer-to-peer naming o

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1} NETBios ON

RemarksNETBios allocates IP addresses from the private networks naming list.From the factory, the NETBios setting is enabled (ON).The NETBios setting

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables NETBios.SYST:COMM:LAN:NETB OFFThe following query returns the current NETBios setting.SYST:COMM:LAN:NETB?Typica

CALCulate:AVERage:PTPeak?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:SMASkSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:SMASk "<mask>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:SMASk? [{CURRent|STATic}]

DescriptionThis command assigns a Subnet Mask for the 34410A/11A/L4411A. Theinstrument uses the Subnet Mask to determine if a client IP address is ont

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mask>QuotedStringSpecified in four-bytedot notation("nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn"), where "nn

RemarksIf DHCP is enabled (see SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCP command), thespecified Subnet Mask is not used. However, if the DHCP server fails toassign

Return FormatThe query command returns the Subnet Mask in the form"nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn".Note that the query command has two optional parameters.

ExamplesThe following command sets the Subnet Mask.SYST:COMM:LAN:SMAS "255.255.20.11"The following query returns the Subnet Mask currently b

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DHCPSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:GATEwaySYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:IPADdress

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:PROMptSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALCulate:AVERage:PTPeak?

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:PROMpt "<string>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:PROMpt?

DescriptionThis command sets the command prompt seen when using a Telnet sessionto communicate with the 34410A/11A.

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<string>QuotedASCIIStringA string of up to 15characters."3441xA>"

RemarksThe 34410A/11A/L4411A uses LAN port 5024 for SCPI Telnet sessions (but5025 for SCPI Socket sessions).Telnet session can typically be stared as

Return FormatThe query command reads the command prompt and returns an ASCII stringenclosed in double quotes.

ExamplesThe following command defines the command prompt.SYST:COMM:LAN:TELN:PROM "Command> " The following query returns the command prom

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:WMESsage

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:WMESsageSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:WMESsage "<string>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:WMESsage?

DescriptionThis command sets the welcome message seen when using a Telnet sessionto communicate with the 34410A/11A.

DescriptionThis command returns the peak-to-peak value of all readings taken sincestatistics were enabled.

ParametersName TypeRange ofValuesDefault Value<string>QuotedASCIIStringA string of up to63 characters."Welcome to Agilent's3441xA 6-1/

RemarksThe 34410A/11A/L4411A uses LAN port 5024 for SCPI Telnet sessions (but5025 for SCPI Socket sessions).The welcome message is stored in non-volat

Return FormatThe query command reads the welcome message and returns an ASCIIstring enclosed in double quotes.

ExamplesThe following command defines the welcome message.SYST:COMM:LAN:TELN:WMES "Welcome to 3441xA Telnet Session" The following query ret

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:TELNet:PROMpt

SYSTem:BEEPer:STATeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:BEEPer:STATe <mode>SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the beeper tone. The factory default isON. The beeper tone is only available with the 34410A/11A.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is arequiredparameter

RemarksTurning off the beeper does not disable the key click generated when youpress a front-panel key.A beep tone is always emitted (even with the be

RemarksYou can read the statistical values at any time.This function returns the statistical peak-to-peak value for a collection ofreadings (since sta

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables the beeper state.SYST:BEEP:STAT OFFThe following query returns the beeper state.SYST:BEEP:STAT?Typical Response

See AlsoSYSTem:BEEPer[:IMMediate]

SYSTem:BEEPer[:IMMediate]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:BEEPer[:IMMediate]

DescriptionThis command issues a single beep immediately from the instrument. Thismay be useful for program development and troubleshooting. The beepe

RemarksThis command overrides the current beeper state (see theSYSTem:BEEPer:STATe command). This means that you can issue a singlebeep even if the be

ExampleThe following command issues a single beep from the instrument.SYST:BEEP

See AlsoSYSTem:BEEPer:STATe

SYSTem:COMMunicate:ENABleSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Return FormatThe command returns the peak-to-peak value of all readings taken sincestatistics were enabled. If no data is available, "0" is

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:ENABle <mode>, <interface>SYSTem:COMMunicate:ENABle? <interface>

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the GPIB, USB, or LAN remote interface.In addition, this command disables or enables the available remote

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is arequiredparameter<interface> Discrete{GPIB|USB|LAN|SOCK

RemarksAll interfaces are enabled by default as shipped from the factory.If you disable the LAN interface, all associated LAN services will not bestar

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON) for the specifiedinterface.

ExamplesThe following command disables the USB interface.SYST:COMM:ENAB OFF,USBThe following query returns the state of the USB interface.SYST:COMM:EN

See AlsoRemote Interface Configuration Commands

SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB[:SELF]:ADDRessSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB[:SELF]:ADDRess {<address>}SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB[:SELF]:ADDRess?

DescriptionThis command assigns the instrument's GPIB (IEEE-488) address. Eachdevice on the GPIB interface must have a unique address. The instru

Querying Parameter SettingsYou can query the current value of most parameters by adding aquestion mark ( ? ) to the command. For example, the followin

ExampleThe following query returns the peak-to-peak value of the readings taken.CALC:AVER:PTP?Typical Response: +1.34560000E+00

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<address> NumericAn integral valuebetween 0 and 30. Requiredparameter

RemarksFactory GPIB address setting is 22.Your computer's GPIB interface card has its own address. Be sure to avoidusing the computer's addr

Return FormatThe query command returns the GPIB address in the form "+22".

ExamplesThe following command sets the GPIB address.SYST:COMM:GPIB:ADDR 15The following query returns the GPIB address currently being used by theinst

See AlsoSYSTem:COMMunicate:ENABle

SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]?

DescriptionThis command reads and clears one error from the instrument's error queue.A record of up to 20 errors can be stored in the instrument&

RemarksThe instrument beeps once each time a command syntax or hardwareerror is generated. The front-panel ERROR annunciator turns on when oneor more

Return FormatThe command reads and clears one error string from the error queue. Theerror string may contain up to 255 characters and consists of an e

See AlsoCALCulate:AVERage:CLEarCALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?CALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

ExampleThe following query reads and clears one error.SYST:ERR?Typical Response: -101,"Invalid character"

See Also*CLS*SRE

SYSTem:HELP?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:HELP?

DescriptionThis command returns a complete list of the SCPI commands for the Agilent34410A, 34411A, or L4411A.

Return FormatThis command returns the complete list of SCPI commands as DefiniteLength Block Data, delimited with New Line characters. The first line

ExampleThe following query returns the list of SCPI commands. SYST:HELP?Typical Response: In the list of commands:/nquery/ indicates a command with

See AlsoCommands A-ZCommand Quick Reference

SYSTem:LANGuageSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSYSTem:LANGuage "<compatibility>"SYSTem:LANGuage?

CALCulate:AVERage:SDEViation?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

DescriptionThe Agilent 34410A/11A/L4411A Multimeter provides a SCPI command setthat is enhanced, but highly backward-compatible with the Agilent 34401

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<compatibility>QuotedASCIIString"34401A""34410A" (34410Aonly)"34411A&q

RemarksSpecify "34401A" for <compatibility> to select 34401A maximumcompatibility mode. In this mode, the 34410A, 34411A, or L4411Ain

Return FormatThe query command reads the current <compatibility> mode, and returns anASCII string enclosed in double quotes: "34401A",

ExamplesThe following command selects the 34401A compatibility mode:SYST:LANG "34401A"The following query returns the compatibility mode cur

See AlsoAgilent 34401A Compatibility Mode

SYSTem:LFRequencySyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:LFRequency?

DescriptionThis command returns the current power-line reference frequency used bythe 34410A/11A/L4411A analog-to-digital converter. You can set thisr

RemarksIf the detected power line frequency is 400 Hz, the 50 Hz reference valueis actually used (a subharmonic of 400 Hz).The instrument multiplies t

SyntaxCALCulate:AVERage:SDEViation?

Return FormatThe command returns "50" (for 50 Hz or 400 Hz) or "60" indicating thepresent reference frequency setting.

ExampleThe following command sets the reference frequency setting to 50 Hz.SYST:LFR 50The following command returns the reference frequency setting.SY

See AlsoCALibration:LFRequencySYSTem:LFRequency:ACTual?

SYSTem:LFRequency:ACTualSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:LFRequency:ACTual?

DescriptionThis command returns the actual power-line frequency.

RemarksThe reference frequency used by the 34410A/11A/L4411A analog-to-digital converter is based on the power line frequency measured at poweron. But

Return FormatThe command returns the actual power line frequency measured at powerup in the format "+5.99982241E+01".

ExampleThe following command returns the reference frequency setting.SYST:LFR:ACT?Typical Response: +5.99982241E+01

See AlsoSYSTem:LFRequency?

DescriptionThis command returns the standard deviation of all readings taken sincestatistics were enabled.

SYSTem:LOCK:NAME?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:LOCK:NAME?

DescriptionThis command returns the current I/O interface (the I/O interface in use bythe querying computer).

RemarksUse this command to determine the interface that you are using. Then usethe SYSTem:LOCK:OWNer? command to determine which interface, if any,has

Return FormatThe command returns "GPIB", "USB", "VXI11", or "LAN <IP Address>"indicating the I/O interfa

ExampleThe following command queries which I/O interface is in use.SYST:LOCK:NAME?Typical Response: "LAN169.254.149.35"

See AlsoSYSTem:LOCK:OWNer?SYSTem:LOCK:RELeaseSYSTem:LOCK:REQuest?

SYSTem:LOCK:OWNer?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:LOCK:OWNer?

DescriptionThis command returns the I/O interface that currently has a lock.

RemarksYou can read the statistical values at any time.The instrument clears the stored statistical data when statistics areenabled, when the CALCulat

RemarksWhen a lock is active, Bit 10 in the Standard Operation Register will be set(see STATus:OPERation:CONDition? command). When the lock is release

Return FormatThe command returns "GPIB", "USB", "VXI11", or "LAN <IP Address>"indicating the I/O interfa

ExampleThe following command queries which I/O interface currently has a lock.SYST:LOCK:OWN?Typical Response: "LAN169.254.149.35"

See AlsoSYSTem:LOCK:NAME?SYSTem:LOCK:RELeaseSYSTem:LOCK:REQuest?

SYSTem:LOCK:RELeaseSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:LOCK:RELease

DescriptionThis command decrements the lock count by one and may release the I/Ointerface from which the command is executed.

RemarksWhen a lock is active, Bit 10 in the Standard Operation Register will be set(see STATus:OPERation:CONDition? command). When the lock is release

ExampleThe following command decreases the lock count by one.SYST:LOCK:RELThe following series of commands illustrates usage.Initial State = unlocked,

See AlsoSYSTem:LOCK:NAME?SYSTem:LOCK:OWNer?SYSTem:LOCK:REQuest?

Return FormatThe command returns the standard deviation of the readings taken, or "0" ifno data is available.

SYSTem:LOCK:REQuest?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:LOCK:REQuest?

DescriptionThis command requests a lock of the current I/O interface. This provides amechanism by which you can lock the instrument's configurati

RemarksLock requests can be nested and each request will increase the lock countby 1. For every request, you will need a release from the same I/Ointe

Return FormatThe command returns "+1" if the lock request is granted or "+0" if denied.

ExampleThe following command requests a lock of the current I/O interface.SYST:LOCK:REQ?Typical Response: +1

See AlsoSYSTem:LOCK:NAME?SYSTem:LOCK:OWNer?SYSTem:LOCK:RELease

SYSTem:PRESetSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:PRESet

DescriptionThis command presets the 34410A/11A/L4411A to a known configuration.See Instrument Preset State for a complete listing of the instrument&ap

ExampleThe following query returns the standard deviation of the readings taken.CALC:AVER:SDEV?Typical Response: +2.61920000E+01

RemarksThis command is identical in effect to the *RST command.

ExampleThe following command presets the instrument. SYST:PRES

See Also*RST

SYSTem:SECurity:IMMediateSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxSYSTem:SECurity:IMMediate

DescriptionThis command sanitizes all user-accessible instrument memory. Thiscomplies with requirements in chapter 8 of the National Instrument Securi

RemarksThis command initializes all instrument settings to their Factory Reset(*RST command) values.This command destroys all user-defined state infor

ExampleThe following command sanitizes all user-accessible instrument memory.SYST:SEC:IMM

See Also*SAV*RCL*RST

SYSTem:VERSion?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

See AlsoCALCulate:AVERage:CLEarCALCulate:AVERage:COUNt?CALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:STATe

SyntaxSYSTem:VERSion?

DescriptionThis command returns the version of the SCPI (Standard Commands forProgrammable Instruments) standard with which the instrument is incompli

Return FormatThe command returns a string in the form "YYYY.V", where "YYYY"represents the year of the version and "V" r

ExampleThe following query returns the SCPI version.SYST:VERS?Typical Response: 1994.0

See AlsoIntroduction to SCPI Language

TRIGger Subsystem Introduction It is recommended that all triggered measurements be made usingan appropriate fixed manual range. That is, turn autoran

Command Summary TRIGger:COUNtTRIGger:COUNt?TRIGger:DELayTRIGger:DELay?TRIGger:DELay:AUTOTRIGger:DELay:AUTO?TRIGger:LEVelTRIGger:LEVel?TRIGger:SLOPeTRI

TRIGger:COUNtSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxTRIGger:COUNt {<count>|MIN|MAX|DEF|INFinity}TRIGger:COUNt? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the number of triggers that will be accepted by themeter before returning to the "idle" trigger state.It is

CALibration Subsystem IntroductionThe CALibration commands are used to calibrate the Agilent 34410A, 34411A,and L4411A. Please note that the use of th

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<count> Numeric34410A: 1 to 50,000triggers, or continuous(INFinity).MIN = 1 triggerMAX = 50,000 t

RemarksThe selected trigger count applies to the trigger source set by theTRIGger:SOURce command.a. For the BUS source, the trigger count sets the nu

Return FormatThe query command returns the trigger count in the form"+1.00000000E+00". For a continuous trigger (INFinity), the querycomman

ExamplesThe following command sets the trigger count to 10. TRIG:COUN 10The following query returns the current trigger count.TRIG:COUN?Typical Respo

See AlsoSAMPle:COUNtTRIGger:SOURce

TRIGger:DELaySyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxTRIGger:DELay {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}TRIGger:DELay? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the delay between the trigger signal and the firstmeasurement. This may be useful in applications where you want to allow

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<seconds> Numeric0 to ~3600 seconds(~20 µs incrementfor dcmeasurements).MIN = 0 seconds, MAX = ~

RemarksThe CONTinuity and DIODe test functions ignore the trigger delay setting.Due to internal quantization, the actual delay that you set may be sli

SCPI Command TerminatorsA command string sent to the instrument must terminate with a <new line>(<NL>) character. The IEEE-488 EOI (End-Or

Command Summary CALibration[:ALL]?CALibration:ADC?CALibration:COUNt?CALibration:LFRequencyCALibration:LFRequency?CALibration:LFRequency:ACTual?CALibra

Return FormatThe query command returns the delay in seconds.

ExamplesThe following command sets a 2-second trigger delay.TRIG:DEL 2The following query returns the trigger delay selected.TRIG:DEL?Typical Response

See AlsoAutomatic Trigger DelaysSAMPle:COUNtSAMPle:SOURceTRIGger:DELay:AUTOTRIGger:SOURce

TRIGger:DELay:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxTRIGger:DELay:AUTO <mode>TRIGger:DELay:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables an automatic trigger delay. If enabled,the instrument determines the delay based on function, range, andin

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is arequiredparameter.

RemarksSelecting a specific trigger delay using the TRIGger:DELay commanddisables the automatic trigger delay.The CONFigure and MEASure? commands set

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command enables an automatic trigger delay.TRIG:DEL:AUTO ONThe following query returns the automatic trigger delay setting.TRIG:

CALibration:ADC?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

See AlsoTRIGger:DELay

TRIGger:LEVel (34411A/L4411A)Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxTRIGger:LEVel {<level>|MIN|MAX|DEF}TRIGger:LEVel? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThe 34411A and L4411A (but not the 34410A) allow you to trigger on adefined level of the input signal. This command sets the level on which

ParametersIf autoranging is off, the <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% of the present range for the currently selecte

RemarksThis command is supported by the 34411A and L4411A.This command is supported only for ac and dc voltage, ac and dc current,and 2-wire and 4-wir

Return FormatThe query command returns the current trigger level.

ExamplesThe following commands set up the 34411A for level triggering. TheCONFigure command configures the instrument for dc voltagemeasurements. The

See AlsoTRIGger:DELayTRIGger:SOURce

TRIGger:SLOPeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALibration:ADC?

SyntaxTRIGger:SLOPe <slope>TRIGger:SLOPe?

DescriptionThis command selects whether the instrument uses the rising edge or thefalling edge of the trigger signal on the rear-panel Ext Trig BNC co

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<slope> Discrete {POSitive|NEGative} NEG

RemarksThe actual trigger event occurs on either the rising edge (if POS isselected) or the falling edge (if NEG is selected) of the trigger signal. S

Return FormatThe query command returns either "POS" or "NEG".

ExamplesThe following command sets the trigger slope to negative (falling edge).TRIG:SLOP NEGThe following query returns currently selected trigger sl

See AlsoExt Trig InputTRIGger:LEVelTRIGger:SOURce

TRIGger:SOURceSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxTRIGger:SOURce <source>TRIGger:SOURce?

DescriptionThis command selects the trigger source for measurements. The instrumentwill accept a software (bus) command, an immediate (continuous) tri

DescriptionThis command performs a low-level calibration of the ADC (analog-to-digitalconverter) circuitry.For a more detailed discussion of the calib

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<source> Discrete34410A:{IMMediate|EXTernal|BUS}34411A/L4411A: {IMMediate|EXTernal|BUS|INTernal}T

RemarksAfter selecting the trigger source, you must place the instrument in the"wait-for-trigger" state using the INITiate or READ? command.

Return FormatThe query command returns the present trigger source: "IMM", "EXT","BUS", or "INT" (34411A/L4411A

ExamplesThe following command selects the external trigger source. In thisconfiguration, the instrument is triggered once each time a low-true TTLpuls

See Also*TRGTRIGger:LEVelTRIGger:SLOPe

Commands A-ZA – E | F – L | M – O | P – S | T – Z

AABORt

C*CLSCALibration:ADC?CALibration[:ALL]?CALibration:COUNt?CALibration:LFRequencyCALibration:LFRequency?CALibration:LFRequency:ACTual?CALibration:SECure

CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer?CALCulate:LIMit:UPPerCALCulate:LIMit:UPPer?CALCulate:NULL:OFFSetCALCulate:NULL:OFFSet?CALCulate:STATeCALCulate:STATe?CONFigure?C

CURRent:AC:NULL[:STATe]CURRent:AC:NULL[:STATe]?CURRent:AC:NULL:VALueCURRent:AC:NULL:VALue?CURRent:AC:PEAK:STATeCURRent:AC:PEAK:STATe?CURRent:AC:RANGe:

RemarksThis is the first step in a re-calibration sequence, and must be done beforedoing the offset calibration.

DDATA:COPYDATA:DATA?DATA:DELeteDATA:LAST?DATA:POINts?DATA:POINts:EVENt:THResholdDATA:POINts:EVENt:THReshold?DATA:REMove?DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]]D

E*ESE*ESE?*ESR?

FFETCh?FETCh:CURRent:AC:PTPeak?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PTPeak?FETCh:VOLTage:AC:PTPeak?FETCh:

FRESistance:NPLCFRESistance:NPLC?FRESistance:NULL[:STATe]FRESistance:NULL[:STATe]?FRESistance:NULL:VALueFRESistance:NULL:VALue?FRESistance:OCOMpensate

I*IDN?INITiate[:IMMediate]

L*LRN?

MMEASure:CAPacitance?MEASure:CONTinuity?MEASure:CURRent:AC?MEASure:CURRent[:DC]?MEASure:DIODe?MEASure:FREQuency?MEASure:FRESistance?MEASure:PERiod?MEA

O*OPC*OPC?OUTPut:TRIGger:SLOPe

P*PSC*PSC?PERiod:APERturePERiod:APERture?PERiod:NULL[:STATe]PERiod:NULL[:STATe]?PERiod:NULL:VALuePERiod:NULL:VALue?PERiod:RANGe:LOWerPERiod:RANGe:LOWe

R*RCL*RSTR?READ?RESistance:APERtureRESistance:APERture?RESistance:APERture:ENABled?RESistance:NPLCRESistance:NPLC?RESistance:NULL[:STATe]RESistance:NU

Return FormatThe command returns "0" if successful, "1" if not successful.

S*SAV*SRE*SRE?*STB?SAMPle:COUNtSAMPle:COUNt?SAMPle:COUNt:PRETriggerSAMPle:COUNt:PRETrigger?SAMPle:SOURceSAMPle:SOURce?SAMPle:TIMerSAMPle:TIMer?[SENSe:

[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe:AUTO?[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe[:UPPer][SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe[:UPPer]?[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERt

[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO?[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer][SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer

[SENSe:]PERiod:RANGe:LOWer?[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO?[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer][SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTa

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe]?[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALue[SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALue?[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FTHermistor:TYPE[SENSe:]T

[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:PEAK:STATe?[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe:AUTO[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe:AUTO?[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe[:UPPer][SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:RANGe[:UPP

STATus:OPERation:CONDition?STATus:OPERation:ENABleSTATus:OPERation:ENABle?STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]?STATus:PRESetSTATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?STATus:

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:GATEway?SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory?SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HISTory:CLEarSYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:HOSTnameSYSTem:COMMunicate:LA

SYSTem:LOCK:REQuest?SYSTem:PRESetSYSTem:SECurity:IMMediateSYSTem:VERSion?

T*TRG*TST?TEMPerature:APERtureTEMPerature:APERture?TEMPerature:APERture:ENABled?TEMPerature:NPLCTEMPerature:NPLC?TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe]TEMPerature:N

ExampleThe following command calibrates the ADC.CAL:ADC?Typical Response: 0

TEMPerature:ZERO:AUTO?TRIGger:COUNtTRIGger:COUNt?TRIGger:DELayTRIGger:DELay?TRIGger:DELay:AUTOTRIGger:DELay:AUTO?TRIGger:SLOPeTRIGger:SLOPe?TRIGger:SO

UUNIT:TEMPeratureUNIT:TEMPerature?

VVOLTage:AC:BANDwidthVOLTage:AC:BANDwidth?VOLTage:AC:NULL[:STATe]VOLTage:AC:NULL[:STATe]?VOLTage:AC:NULL:VALueVOLTage:AC:NULL:VALue?VOLTage:AC:PEAK:ST

VOLTage[:DC]:RESolutionVOLTage[:DC]:RESolution?VOLTage[:DC]:ZERO:AUTOVOLTage[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO?

W*WAI

Agilent 34410A/11A/L4411A Command QuickReference Printable PDF Version Syntax ConventionsBraces ( { } ) enclose the parameter choices for a given co

{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}] ]MEASure:PERiod? [{<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}] ]MEASure:RESistance? [{<range&g

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:RESistance[:REFerence]{<reference>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:FRTD:RESistance[:REFerence]?[

See AlsoCALibration?CALibration:SECure:STATe

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL[:STATe]?[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX} [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}][SENSe:]VOLTag

{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}] ] CONFigure? [SENSe:]RESistance:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [SENSe:]RESistance:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}][

[SENSe:]FRESistance:OCOMpensated {OFF|0|ON|1} [SENSe:]FRESistance:OCOMpensated? [SENSe:]FRESistance:RANGe:AUTO {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE} [SENSe:]FRESist

AC Current ConfigurationCONFigure:CURRent:AC [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}] ] CONFigure? [SENSe:]CURRent:AC:

Frequency and Period Configuration Commands Frequency ConfigurationCONFigure:FREQuency [{<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}

{<voltage_range>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}] Measurement Configuration CommandsABORtINITiate[:IMMediate]FORM

Triggering Commands*TRGINITiate[:IMMediate]OUTPut:TRIGger:SLOPe {POSitive|NEGative} OUTPut:TRIGger:SLOPe?READ?TRIGger:COUNt {<count>|MIN|MAX|D

CALCulate:FUNCtion?CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer {<value> | MIN | MAX} CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer? {MIN | MAX}CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer {<value> | MIN | MA

CALibration:ADC?CALibration[:ALL]?CALibration:COUNt?CALibration:LFRequency {50|60} CALibration:LFRequency?CALibration:LFRequency:ACTual?CALibration:SE

*ESE <enable_value>*ESE?*ESR?*IDN?*LRN?*OPC*OPC?*PSC {0|1}*PSC?*RCL {0|1|2|3|4}*RST*SAV {0|1|2|3|4}*SRE <enable_value>*SRE?*STB?*TRG*TST?*

CALibration[:ALL]?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe {OFF|0|ON|1}SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe?SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]?SYSTem:HELP?SYSTem:LANGuage "{34401A|34410A|34411A}" SYSTem:LANGuage

SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DNS <address>SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DNS?SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DOMain "<name>"SYSTem:COMMunicate:LAN:DOMa

*SRE <enable_value>*SRE?*STB?STATus:OPERation:CONDition?STATus:OPERation:ENABle <enable_value>STATus:OPERation:ENABle?STATus:OPERation[:EV

SCPI Error MessagesExecution Errors (-101...) | Instrument Errors (200...) | Self-TestErrors (600...) | Calibration Errors (700...) | Firmware Update

command and when power is cycled. All errors are cleared when you readthe error queue. The error queue is not cleared by a Factory Reset (*RSTcommand)

Execution Errors-101, "Invalid character"-102, "Syntax error"-103, "Invalid separator"-113, "Undefined header"

Instrument Errors201, "Memory lost: stored state"202, "Memory lost: power-on state"203, "Memory lost: stored readings"22

Self-Test ErrorsThe 34410A/11A/L4411A self-test (see the *TST? command) performs a seriesof tests on the instrument hardware. Any failure of these tes

608 Input Amplifier x1 Zero Test609 Input Leakage Test610 Input Amplifier x10 Gain Test611 Input Amplifier x1 Gain Test612 Ohms 500nA Current Source61

Calibration ErrorsThe following errors indicate failures that may occur during a calibration. Referto the Agilent 34410A/11A/L4411A Service Guide for

SyntaxCALibration[:ALL]?

Firmware Update Errors791, "Firmware update error; unable to begin download"792, "Firmware update error; programming operation failed&q

Power-On and Reset StateThe following tables show the factory defaults for various instrument settings.The parameters marked with a bullet (•) are sto

AC Input Filter(bandwidth) 20 Hz (medium filter) Nulls (individualfunctions) Off, 0 (for all measurementfunctions) Second Display Off* F

Sample Count 1 Sample Source Auto Sample Timer 1 second System-RelatedOperationsFactory Setting• Beeper Mode(34410A/11A)• On• Radix Ch

power on. However, it is notcleared by a *RST orSYSTem:PRESet command, nor bya front panel Reset (Shift + 2ndDisp). Input/OutputConfigurationFactory S

• Host Name• A-34410A-nnnnn (for34410A) 3 • A-34411A-nnnnn (for34411A)• A-L4411A-nnnnn (forL4411A)• LAN Services1• Enable All (VISA LAN, Sockets,

Automatic Trigger DelaysIf you do not specify a trigger delay in the TRIGger:DELay command, theinstrument selects a delay for you. The delay is determ

≤0.02 PLC 1.0 msResistance (2-wire):RangeTrigger Delay≤0.02PLC0.06PLC or0.2PLC≥1 PLC100 Ω 80 µs 100 µs 130 µs1 kΩ 110 µs 130 µs 160 µs10 kΩ 130 µs 160

autoranging. The range in use cannot be predicted, nor can thedelay. For temperature measurements, use TRIGger:DELay? todetermine the current delay.Re

measurements, but all temperature measurements useautoranging. The range in use cannot be predicted, nor can thedelay. For temperature measurements, u

IEEE-488.2 Common CommandsThe IEEE-488.2 standard defines a set of common commands that performfunctions such as reset, self-test, and status operatio

DescriptionThis command performs a calibration of the multimeter using the specifiedcalibration value (CALibration:VALue command). Before you can cali

Slow (3 Hz) 1.66 sMedium (20Hz)0.25 sFast (200Hz)0.025 sFrequency, Period: TriggerDelay1 s The continuity and diode test functions ignore the trigger

Agilent 34401A Compatibility Mode Your Agilent 34410A, 34411A, or L4411A multimeter provides a SCPIcommand set that is enhanced, but highly backward-c

sensitivity setting for the touch-hold feature.4. The 34410A/11A/L4411A hardware does not provide an RS-232 serialinterface.5. Compatibility is prov

Range,Resolution, and NPLCThe following table can be used to determine the integration time (in NPLCs)based on the specified range and resolution.NPLC

1E7 23E-11 2 3 7 15 30 60 15E+11E81E9330101E+2202E+2303E+2707E+215015E+23E+23E+36E+26E+315E+215E+3To determine the NPLCs for a specified range and res

Volatile MemoryInformation in memory is lost when power is turned off.

Non-Volatile MemoryInformation in memory is not lost when power is turned off.

DHCPShort for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, a protocol for assigningdynamic IP addresses to devices on a network. With dynamic addressing, adev

RemarksIf a calibration fails, "+1" is returned and an error is stored in the errorqueue. For a complete listing of the error messages relat

Return FormatThe command returns "+0" (calibration passed) or "+1" (calibration failed).

ExampleThe following command performs a calibration and returns a pass/failindication.CAL?Typical Response: +0

See AlsoCALibration:SECure:STATeCALibration:VALue

CALibration:COUNt?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxCALibration:COUNt?

DescriptionThis command queries the instrument to determine how many calibrationshave been performed. Note that your instrument was calibrated before

RemarksThe calibration counts increment up to a maximum of over four billion(232 - 1) after which they roll over to "0". Since the value inc

Return FormatThe command returns the calibration count indicating how many calibrationshave been performed.

CALCulate:AVERage:AVERage? CALCulate:AVERage:CLEar CALCulate:AVERage:COUNt? CALCulate:AVERage:MAXimum? CALCulate:AVERage:MINimum? CALCulate:AVERage:PT

SCPI Parameter TypesThe SCPI language defines several data formats to be used in programmessages and response messages.Numeric ParametersCommands that

ExampleThe following command returns the calibration count.CAL:COUN?Typical Response: +739

See AlsoCALibration?CALibration:SECure:STATe

CALibration:LFRequencySyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxCALibration:LFRequency <line_freq>CALibration:LFRequency?

DescriptionThe query returns the power-line reference frequency currently used by the34410A/11A/L4411A analog-to-digital converter (50 or 60 Hz). When

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<line_freq> Numeric50 (50 Hz or 400Hz) 60 (60 Hz)Defaults tosensed linefrequency

RemarksThe instrument multiplies the period of the reference frequency by thespecified number of power line cycles ([SENSe:]<function>:NPLCcomma

Return FormatThe query returns "+50" (for 50 Hz or 400 Hz) or "+60" (for 60 Hz)indicating the present reference frequency setting.

ExampleThe following command sets the reference frequency to 60 Hz (overridingautomatic detection).CAL:LFR 60The following command returns the referen

See Also[SENSe:]<function>:NPLC

condition, the instrument will accept "ON" or "1". When you query a booleansetting, the instrument will always return "0"

CALibration:LFRequency:ACTualSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxCALibration:LFRequency:ACTual?

DescriptionThis command returns the actual power-line frequency.For a more detailed discussion of the calibrationprocedures, see the Agilent 34410A/11

RemarksThe reference frequency used by the 34410A/11A/L4411A analog-to-digital converter is based on the power line frequency measured at poweron. But

Return FormatThe command returns the actual power line frequency measured at powerup in the format "+5.99982241E+01".

ExampleThe following command returns the reference frequency setting.CAL:LFR:ACT?Typical Response: +5.99982241E+01

See AlsoCALibration:LFRequencySYSTem:LFRequency:ACTual?

CALibration:SECure:CODESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxCALibration:SECure:CODE <new_code>

DescriptionThis command allows you to enter a new security code to prevent accidentalor unauthorized calibrations. The specified code is used to unsec

Using Device ClearDevice Clear is an IEEE-488 low-level bus message that you can use to returnthe instrument to a responsive state. Different programm

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<new_code>UnquotedASCIIStringA string of up to 12characters. You do nothave to use all 12charac

RemarksThe security codes for the 34410A/11A/L4411A are set to "AT34410","AT34411", and "ATL4411" respectively when the

ExampleThe following command sets a new calibration security code (calibrationmemory must be unsecured).CAL:SEC:CODE T3ST_DUT165

See AlsoCALibration:SECure:STATe

CALibration:SECure:STATeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALibration:SECure:STATe <mode>, <code>CALibration:SECure:STATe?

DescriptionThis command unsecures or secures the instrument for calibration. Tounsecure the instrument, you must provide a security code to preventacc

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is a requiredparameter.<code>UnquotedASCIIStringA string

RemarksWhen you first receive your instrument, it is secured. The security code isset to "AT34410", "AT34411", or "ATL4411&qu

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON) indicating the currentcalibration security setting.

Commands by Subsystem Other CommandsCALCulate SubsystemCALibration SubsystemCONFigure SubsystemDATA SubsystemDISPlay SubsystemFETCh SubsystemFORMat Su

ExamplesThe following command unsecures the instrument using the factory defaultsecurity code.CAL:SEC:STAT OFF,AT34410The following query returns the

See AlsoCALibration:SECure:CODE

CALibration:STRingSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALibration:STRing "<string>"CALibration:STRing?

DescriptionThis command allows you to store one message in calibration memory. Forexample, you can store such information as the date when the lastcal

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<string> QuotedASCIIString A string of up to 40characters enclosed inquotes. You can useletters

RemarksYou can record a calibration message only from the remote interface andonly when the instrument is unsecured (seeCALibration:SECure:STATe OFF c

Return FormatThe query command returns an ASCII string enclosed in double quotes. If nocalibration message has been specified, an empty quoted string

ExamplesThe following commands store a message in calibration memory.CAL:STR "CAL: 21 Nov 2005" or CAL:STR 'CAL: 21 Nov 2005'T

See AlsoCALibration:SECure:STATe

ABORtSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

CALibration:STOReSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALibration:STORe

DescriptionThis command stores the calibration constants in non-volatile memory.For a more detailed discussion of the calibration procedures, seethe A

RemarksThe CALibration:ADC? and CALibration[:ALL]? commands modify thevolatile versions of the calibration constants. You must use theCALibration:STOR

ExamplesThe following command stores the calibration constants in non-volatilecalibration memory.CAL:STOR

See AlsoCALibration:ADC?CALibration[:ALL]?CALibration:SECure:STATe

CALibration:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALibration:VALue <value>CALibration:VALue?

DescriptionThis command specifies the value of the known calibration signal as outlinedin the calibration procedures in the Agilent 34410A/11A/L4411A

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<value> NumericDesired calibrationsignal in the unitsspecified by thepresent measurementfunctio

SyntaxABORt

RemarksRefer to the Agilent 34410A/11A/L4411A Service Guide for detailedprocedures, including how to connect a calibration source, recommendedequipme

Return FormatThe query command returns the calibration value in the form"+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets calibration value to +10.001010 volts. CAL:VAL 10.001010The following query returns the present calibration value.

See AlsoCALibration[:ALL]?

CONFigure Subsystem IntroductionThe CONFigure command provides the most concise way to program theinstrument for measurements. When you execute this c

Command Summary CONFigure:CAPacitanceCONFigure:CONTinuityCONFigure:CURRent:ACCONFigure:CURRent[:DC]CONFigure:DIODeCONFigure:FREQuencyCONFigure:FRESist

Default Settings for the CONFigure CommandWith the CONFigure command, you can select the function, range, andresolution all in one command. All other

The AC Filter, Autozero, and Null State parameters can be setindividually for each applicable measurement function. However, ineach case, the default

Using the CONFigure CommandThe following program segment shows how to use the CONFigure commandwith the READ? command to make an externally-triggered

The following program segment configures the instrument for 2-wire resistancemeasurements, triggers the meter to make one measurement using theINITiat

DescriptionThis command aborts a measurement in progress.

CONFigure:CAPacitanceSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:CAPacitance [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all capacitance measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the m

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range in F(farads):1 nF (MIN)10 nF100 nF1 µF10 µF (MAX)AUTO (autorange)(

RemarksThe <resolution> parameter is optional, and is in fact ignored. Theresolution is actually fixed at 4½ digits.You can allow the instrument

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for capacitancemeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?

CONFigure:CONTinuitySyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:CONTinuity

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all continuity measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

RemarksThis command may be useful to abort a measurement when theinstrument is waiting for a trigger, for a long measurement (for example,100 plc), or

RemarksThe range and resolution are fixed for continuity tests. The range is 1 kΩ(a 2-wire resistance measurement).The meter beeps (even if beep is di

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for continuitymeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?

CONFigure:CURRent:ACSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:CURRent:AC [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all ac current measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericDesired range inamps:100 µA (MIN)1 mA10 mA100 mA1 A3 A (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUTO

RemarksThe <resolution> parameter is optional, and is in fact ignored. Theresolution is actually fixed at 6½ digits.You can allow the instrument

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for ac currentmeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:BANDwidth

ExampleThe following command aborts the measurement in progress.ABOR

CONFigure:CURRent[:DC]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:CURRent[:DC] [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all dc current measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericDesired range inamps:100 µA (MIN)1 mA10 mA100 mA1 A 3 A (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUT

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for dc currentmeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO

CONFigure:DIODeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:DIODe

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all diode test parameters and trigger parametersto their default values. Then it configures the meter for diode

See Also*RSTSYSTem:PRESet

RemarksThe range and resolution are fixed for diode tests: The range is 1 Vdc (witha 1 mA current source output).The voltage is displayed on the front

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for diode tests.The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-for-trigger&

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?

CONFigure:FREQuencySyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:FREQuency [{<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all frequency measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the mete

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericApproximatefrequency of theinput signalin hertz, between3 Hz and 300 kHz.MIN = 3

RemarksFrequency is measured on ac voltage signals. Thus, the proper ac voltagerange should be set first using the[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPP

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for frequencymeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-f

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]FREQuency:RANGe:LOWer[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]

CONFigure? DATA Subsystem DATA:COPY DATA:DATA? DATA:DELete DATA:LAST? DATA:POINts:EVENt:THReshold DATA:POINts? DATA:REMove? DISPlay Subsystem DISPlay[

INITiate[:IMMediate]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

CONFigure:FRESistanceSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:FRESistance [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all resistance measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range inohms:100Ω (MIN)1 kΩ10 kΩ100 kΩ1 MΩ10 MΩ100 MΩ 1 GΩ (MAX)AUTO (auto

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the meter for a 4-wire resistancemeasurement. The READ? command places the meter in the "wait-fo

See AlsoCONFigure:RESistanceCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]FRESistance:OCOMpensated

CONFigure:PERiodSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:PERiod [{<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all period measurement parameters and triggerparameters to their default values. Then, it configures the meter f

SyntaxINITiate[:IMMediate]

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericApproximate periodof the input signalin seconds, between3.336 µs and333.33 ms.MI

RemarksPeriod is measured on ac voltage signals. Thus, the proper ac voltagerange should be set first using the[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer] co

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for periodmeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-for-

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]

CONFigure:RESistanceSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:RESistance [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all resistance measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range inohms:100Ω (MIN)1 kΩ10 kΩ100 kΩ1 MΩ10 MΩ100 MΩ 1 GΩ (MAX)AUTO (auto

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for 2-wireresistance measurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the"

DescriptionThis command changes the state of the triggering system from the "idle"state to the "wait-for-trigger" state. Measureme

See AlsoCONFigure:FRESistanceCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]RESistance:OCOMpensated[SENSe:]RESistance:ZERO:AUTO

CONFigure:TEMPeratureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure:TEMPerature [{<probe_type>|DEF}[,{<type>|DEF} [,1 [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all temperature measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the me

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<probe_type> Discrete {FRTD|RTD|FTHermistor|THERmistor}Requiredparameter:DEF setsFRTD<type>

RemarksFor temperature measurements, the instrument internally selects therange−you cannot select the range to be used. The range ("1" is th

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for 5 kΩ, 2-wirethermistor measurements. The INITiate command places the instrument in

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRANsducer:TYPE[SENSe:]TEMPerature:ZERO:AUTOUNIT:TEMPerature

CONFigure[:VOLTage]:ACSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure[:VOLTage]:AC [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

RemarksStoring readings in memory using the INITiate command is faster thansending readings to the output buffer using the READ? command. TheINITiate

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all ac voltage measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range involts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V100 V1000 V (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUTO(aut

RemarksThe <resolution> parameter is optional, and is in fact ignored. Theresolution is actually fixed at 6½ digits.All ranges use the digital a

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for ac voltagemeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:BANDwidth

CONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCONFigure[:VOLTage][:DC] [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all dc voltage measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range involts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V100 V1000 V (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUTO(aut

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

ExampleThe following program segment shows how to use the INITiate commandwith the CONFigure and FETCh? commands. The INITiate command placesthe instr

ExamplesThe following program segment configures the instrument for dc voltagemeasurements. The READ? command places the instrument in the "wait-

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?INITiate[:IMMediate]READ?[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO

CONFigure?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxCONFigure?

DescriptionThis command returns the present instrument configuration as a quotedstring.

RemarksEither the *RST command or the Instrument Preset (the SYSTem:PRESetcommand) will set all measurement parameters to their factory settings, clea

Return FormatThe command returns a series of comma-separated fields indicating thepresent function, range, and resolution. The short form of the funct

ExampleThe following query returns the present configuration of the meter (thequotes are also returned). CONF?Typical Response: "VOLT +1.000000

See AlsoCONFigure

DATA Subsystem IntroductionThe DATA commands allow you to access data points in reading memory, todetermine how many points are stored, and to remove

See AlsoFETCh?READ?ABORt

Command Summary DATA:COPYDATA:DATA?DATA:DELeteDATA:LAST?DATA:POINts:EVENt:THResholdDATA:POINts:EVENt:THReshold?DATA:POINts?DATA:REMove?

DATA:COPYSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxDATA:COPY NVMEM, RDG_STORE

DescriptionThis command copies the readings in reading memory (RDG_STORE) intonon-volatile memory (NVMEM). Non-volatile memory is not erased by apower

RemarksRDG_STORE is volatile, and the readings are lost on power-down unlessthe readings have been copied into non-volatile memory.For the 34410A, RDG

ExamplesThe following command copies all readings (up to the first 50,000 for the34411A/L4411A) from RDG_STORE into non-volatile memory.DATA:COPY NVME

See AlsoDATA:DATA?DATA:DELete

DATA:DATA?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxDATA:DATA? NVMEM

DescriptionThis command returns all readings in non-volatle memory (NVMEM).

OUTPut:TRIGger:SLOPeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

RemarksThe 34410A, 34411A, and L4411A non-volatile memory can store up to50,000 readings.All readings are retrieved from non-volatile memory and sent

ExamplesThe following command returns all readings from non-volatile memory(NVMEM).DATA:DATA? NVMEM

See AlsoDATA:COPYDATA:DELete

DATA:DELeteSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxDATA:DELete NVMEM

DescriptionThis command deletes all readings from non-volatile memory (NVMEM).

RemarksNon-volatile memory is not erased by a power-down cycle. If data hasbeen copied into non-volatile memory (using the DATA:COPY command),use DATA

ExamplesThe following command deletes all readings from non-volatile memory.DATA:DEL NVMEM

See AlsoDATA:COPYDATA:DATA?

DATA:LAST?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxOUTPut:TRIGger:SLOPe <slope>OUTPut:TRIGger:SLOPe?

SyntaxDATA:LAST?

DescriptionThis command returns the last measurement taken. You can execute thiscommand at any time, even during a series of measurements.

RemarksThe instrument clears all readings from memory after a Factory Reset(*RST command), after an Instrument Preset (SYSTem:PRESet command),or when

Return FormatThe command returns one reading with units. If no data is available,"9.91000000E+37" is returned.

ExamplesThe following query returns the last reading taken by the meter.DATA:LAST?Typical Response: +1.73730000E-03 VDC

See AlsoDATA:POINts?DATA:REMove?

DATA:POINts:EVENt:THResholdSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxDATA:POINts:EVENt:THReshold <num_readings>DATA:POINts:EVENt:THReshold?

DescriptionThis command sets a bit in the Standard Operation Register group eventregister when the specified number of readings have been stored in re

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<num_readings> NumericAny value between1 reading and50,000 readingsfor the 34410A(1,000,000readin

DescriptionThis command selects the slope of the voltmeter complete output signal onthe rear-panel VM Comp BNC connector. The default is NEG.

RemarksTo report any subsequent events, the reading count must first drop belowthe programmed threshold before reaching the threshold again.To enable

Return FormatThe query command returns the number of readings currently specified asthe memory threshold.

ExamplesThe following command sets the memory threshold to 125 readings.DATA:POIN:EVEN:THR 125The following query reads the memory threshold setting.

See AlsoDATA:POINts?

DATA:POINts?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxDATA:POINts? [{RDG_STORE|NVMEM}]

DescriptionThis command returns the total number of readings currently stored inreading memory (RDG_STORE, the default) or non-volatile memory(NVMEM).

RemarksYou can read the count at any time, even during a series ofmeasurements.Reading memory (RDG_STORE) can store up to 50,000 readings for the34410

Return FormatIf "RDG_STORE" (the default) is queried, a value is returned between 0 and50,000 readings for the 34410A, or between 0 and 1,00

ExampleThe following query returns the number of readings in reading memory.DATA:POIN?Typical Response: +215

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<slope> Discrete {POSitive|NEGative} NEG

See AlsoDATA:POINts:EVENt:THReshold

DATA:REMove?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxDATA:REMove? <num_readings>

DescriptionThis command reads and erases the specified number of readings frommemory. The readings are erased from memory starting with the oldestread

ParametersName TypeRange ofValuesDefaultValue<num_readings> NumericSpecific numberof readings tobe read anderased frommemory.This is arequiredpa

RemarksYou can erase readings from memory at any time, even during a series ofmeasurementsYou can store up to 50,000 readings in memory for the 34410A

Return FormatThe command returns the specified number of readings and then erasesthem from memory. The format of the readings is affected by the FORMa

ExampleThe following query returns 3 readings (starting with the oldest readingfirst) and erases them from memory. DATA:REM? 3Typical Response: +4.2

See AlsoDATA:POINts?FORMat[:DATA]R?

DISPlay Subsystem IntroductionThe DISPlay subsystem commands apply to the 34410A and 34411A only.

*IDN? *LRN? *OPC *OPC? *PSC *RCL *RST *SAV *SRE *STB? *TRG *TST? *WAI MEASure Subsystem MEASure:CAPacitance? MEASure:CONTinuity? MEASure:CURRent:AC? M

RemarksSee VM Comp Output for further information.The instrument selects a negative slope after a Factory Reset (*RSTcommand) or an Instrument Preset

Command Summary DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]]DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]]?DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT:CLEarDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT[:DATA]DISPlay[:W

DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]] <mode>DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]]?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the instrument's front-panel display. Forsecurity reasons or for a slight increase in measurement rat

ParametersName TypeRange ofValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is arequiredparameter

RemarksYou can disable the front-panel display from the remote interface only.Although you can specify "WINDow1" or "WINDow2" in t

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables the front-panel display.DISP OFFThe following query returns the front-panel display setting. DISP?Typical Resp

See AlsoDISPlay:WINDow2:TEXT:FEEDDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT:CLEarDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT[:DATA]

DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT:CLEarSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Return FormatThe query command returns either "POS" or "NEG".

SyntaxDISPlay[:WINDow[{1|2}]]:TEXT:CLEar

DescriptionThis command clears the text message displayed on the top line("WINDow1", the default) or bottom line ("WINDow2") of th

RemarksClearing the text message does not override the display state (seeDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]] command); if the display was disabledprior to c

ExampleThe following command clears the text message on the top line (the default)of the front panel.DISP:TEXT:CLEarThe following command clears the t

See AlsoDISPlay:WINDow2:TEXT:FEEDDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT[:DATA]DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]]

DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT[:DATA]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxDISPlay[:WINDow[{1|2}]]:TEXT[:DATA] "<string>"DISPlay[:WINDow[{1|2}]]:TEXT[:DATA]?

DescriptionThis command displays a text message on the top line ("WINDow1") orbottom line ("WINDow2") of the instrument's fro

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<string>QuotedASCIIStringA string of up to 12(top line) or 18(bottom line)characters enclosedin

RemarksCommas, periods, and semicolons share a display space with the precedingcharacter (unless it is also a comma, period, or semicolon), and are no

ExamplesThe following command sets the VM Comp slope to negative.OUTP:TRIG:SLOP NEGThe following query returns currently selected slope.OUTP:TRIG:SLOP

Return FormatThe query command reads the message currently displayed on the frontpanel in the specified window, and returns an ASCII string enclosed i

ExamplesThe following commands display a message on the top line ("WINDow1", thedefault) of the front panel (the quotes are not displayed).D

See AlsoDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT:CLEarDISPlay:WINDow2:TEXT:FEED

DISPlay:WINDow2:TEXT:FEEDSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxDISPlay:WINDow2:TEXT:FEED "<feed>"DISPlay:WINDow2:TEXT:FEED?

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement or math function to be displayed onthe second display line ("WINDow2"). The <feed> par

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<feed>QuotedASCIIStringCALCulate:AVERage[:AVERage]CALCulate:AVERage:MINimumCALCulate:AVERage:MAXi

RemarksThis command applies only to "WINDow2" (or "WIND2"), the seconddisplay line, not "WINDow1".This command determine

"CURR:DC"CURRent:AC:PTPeakFUNC"CURR:AC"CURR:AC:PEAK:STATONVOLTage:ACFUNC"FREQ" or FUNC"PER" RESistanceFUNC&quo

Return FormatThe query returns the currently selected <feed> parameter as a quotedASCII string.

See AlsoVM Comp Output

ExamplesThe following command displays ac voltage on the second display("WINDow2"), provided either frequency or period is the current prima

See AlsoDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT[:DATA]DISPlay[:WINDow[1|2]]:TEXT:CLEarDISPlay[:WINDow[1|2][:STATe]]

FETCh Subsystem IntroductionCommand Summary FETCh?FETCh:CURRent:AC:PTPeak?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?FETCh:CURRent

FETCh?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh?

DescriptionThis command transfers readings to the instrument's output buffer whereyou can read them into your computer. The readings are not eras

RemarksThe FETCh? command will wait until the measurement is complete toterminate.The 34410A provides volatile reading memory for up to 50,000 reading

Return FormatThe command transfers all readings from memory but does not erase them.The readings are returned in ASCII format.

ExampleThe following program segment shows how to use the FETCh? command withthe CONFigure and INITiate commands. The INITiate command places theinstr

See AlsoINITiate[:IMMediate]

R?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

FETCh:CURRent:AC:PTPeak?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh:CURRent:AC:PTPeak?

DescriptionThis command returns the difference between the highest and lowesttransient current levels detected in the most recent ac currentmeasuremen

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable ac current measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the peak-to-peak current level detected in the form:+4.27150000E-03.

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the peak-to-peak value:CURR:AC:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:CURR:

See Also[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:PEAK:STATe

FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?

DescriptionThis command returns the highest transient current level detected in themost recent dc current measurement.

SyntaxR? [<max_count>]

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable dc current measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the maximum transient current level detected in theform: +4.27150000E-03.

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the maximum:CURR[:DC]:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:CURR:DC:PEAK:M

See AlsoFETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PTPeak?[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:STATe

FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINimum?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINimum?

DescriptionThis command returns the lowest transient current level detected in themost recent dc current measurement.

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable dc current measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the minimum transient current level detected in theform: +4.27150000E-03.

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the minimum:CURR[:DC]:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:CURR:DC:PEAK:M

DescriptionThis command reads and erases readings from volatile memory up to thespecified <max_count>. The readings are erased from memory start

See AlsoFETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PTPeak?[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:STATe

FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PTPeak?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PTPeak?

DescriptionThis command returns the difference between the highest and lowesttransient current levels detected in the most recent dc currentmeasuremen

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable dc current measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the peak-to-peak current level detected in the form:+4.27150000E-03.

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the peak-to-peak value:CURR[:DC]:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:CUR

See AlsoFETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:STATe

FETCh:VOLTage:AC:PTPeak?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh:VOLTage:AC:PTPeak?

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<max_count> NumericMaximum numberof readings to beread and erasedfrom memory.Read anderase allsto

DescriptionThis command returns the difference between the highest and lowesttransient voltage levels detected in the most recent ac voltagemeasuremen

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable ac voltage measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the peak-to-peak voltage level detected in the form:+4.27150000E-03.

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the peak-to-peak value:VOLT:AC:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:VOLT:

See Also[SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:PEAK:STATe

FETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?

DescriptionThis command returns the highest transient voltage level detected in themost recent dc voltage measurement.

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable dc voltage measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the maximum transient voltage level detected in theform: +4.27150000E-03.

RemarksThis command differs from the DATA:REMove? command in that R? willread and erase whatever readings are available in memory, up to thespecified

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the maximum:VOLT:DC]:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:VOLT:DC:PEAK:MA

See AlsoFETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?FETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PTPeak?[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATe

FETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MINimum?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxFETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MINimum?

DescriptionThis command returns the lowest transient voltage level detected in themost recent dc voltage measurement.

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable dc voltage measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the minimum transient voltage level detected in theform: +4.27150000E-03.

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the minimum:VOLT[:DC]:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:VOLT:DC:PEAK:M

See AlsoFETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?FETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PTPeak?[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATe

FETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PTPeak?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Return FormatThe command returns a series of readings in Definite-Length Block format.The syntax is a pound sign (#) followed by a non-zero digit repr

SyntaxFETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PTPeak?

DescriptionThis command returns the difference between the highest and lowesttransient voltage levels detected in the most recent dc voltagemeasuremen

RemarksTo obtain a stable measurement, send the FETCh? command first to ensurethe measurement is complete.You must enable dc voltage measurements befo

Return FormatThe command returns the peak-to-peak voltage level detected in the form:+4.27150000E-03.

ExampleIn the example below, the first command enables peak measurements, andthe second returns the peak-to-peak value:VOLT[:DC]:PEAK:STAT ON FETC:VOL

See AlsoFETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?FETCh:VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATe

FORMat Subsystem IntroductionCommand Summary FORMat:BORDerFORMat:BORDer?FORMat[:DATA]FORMat[:DATA]?

FORMat:BORDerSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxFORMat:BORDer {NORMal|SWAPped}FORMat:BORDer?

DescriptionUsed for binary block transfers only. This command selects the byte order forbinary block transfers using the DATA:REMove? and R? commands.

MEMory:STATe:RECall:AUTO MEMory:STATe:RECall:SELect MEMory:STATe:VALid? SAMPle Subsystem SAMPle:COUNt SAMPle:COUNt:PRETrigger (34411A only) SAMPle:SOU

ExampleThis command reads the two oldest readings and erases them from memory. R? 2Typical Response: #231+2.87536000E-04,+3.18131400E-03

RemarksIn the NORMal byte order (default) the most-significant byte (MSB) of eachdata point is assumed first.In the SWAPped byte order the least-signi

Return FormatThe query command returns "NORM" or "SWAP".

ExamplesThe following command enables the "swapped" byte order mode.FORM:BORD SWAPThe following query returns the current byte order setting

See AlsoDATA:REMove?R?

FORMat[:DATA]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxFORMat[:DATA] {ASCii | REAL} [, <length>]FORMat[:DATA]?

DescriptionSpecifies the data format to be either ASCII or REAL. This command onlyaffects the data format of the DATA:REMove? and R? commands.

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<length> NumericASCii: "9"REAL: "32" or "64"ASCii: "9"REA

RemarksIf ASCii is specified, numeric data is transferred as ASCii characters. Thenumbers are separated by commas as specified in IEEE 488.2. The<l

Return FormatThe query command returns "ASC,9", "REAL,32", or "REAL,64".

See AlsoDATA:REMove?FETCh?FORMat:BORDerFORMat[:DATA]

ExamplesEither of the following commands specifies the data format to be 64-bitREAL.FORM:DATA REAL,64orFORM:DATA REALThe following query returns the d

See AlsoDATA:REMove?FORMat:BORDerR?

IEEE-488 Common Commands IntroductionCommand Summary *CLS*ESE*ESE?*ESR?*IDN?*LRN?*OPC*OPC?*PSC*PSC?*RCL*RST*SAV*SRE*SRE?*STB?*TRG*TST?*WAI

*CLSSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*CLS

DescriptionThis command clears the event registers in all register groups. Thiscommand also clears the Error queue.

ExampleThe following command clears the event register bits.*CLS

See Also*ESR?

*ESESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax*ESE <enable_value>*ESE?

READ?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

DescriptionThis command enables bits in the enable register for the Standard EventRegister group. The selected bits are then reported to bit 5 of the

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<enable_value> NumericA decimal valuewhich correspondsto the binary-weighted sum ofthe bits in

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Standard Event Register.Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0 OperationComplete1All commands

Use the <enable_value> parameter to specify which bits will be enabled.The decimal value specified corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of the

Return FormatThe query command reads the enable register and returns a decimal valuewhich corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in th

ExamplesThe following command enables bit 4 (decimal value = 16) in the enableregister. If an Execution Error occurs, this condition will be reported

See Also*ESR?*PSC

*ESR?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*ESR?

DescriptionThis command queries the event register for the Standard Event Registergroup. This is a read-only register and the bits are not cleared whe

SyntaxREAD?

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Standard Event Register.Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0 OperationComplete1All commands

In order to be reported to the Standard Event Register, the correspondingbits in the event register must be enabled using the *ESE command.Once a bit

Return FormatThe command reads the event register and returns a decimal value whichcorresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in the regis

ExampleThe following command reads the event register (bits 3 and 4 are set).*ESR?Typical Response: +24

See Also*ESE*CLS

*IDN?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*IDN?

DescriptionThis command reads the instrument's (mainframe) identification stringwhich contains four comma-separated fields. The first field is th

Return FormatThe command returns a string with the following format:AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES,34410A,<Serial Number>,f.ff-b.bb-aa-pAGILENT TECHNOLOGI

ExampleThe following query returns the instrument's identification string.*IDN?Typical Response: AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES,34410A,MY12345678,1.00-1.0

DescriptionThis command changes the instrument's triggering system from the "idle"state to the "wait-for-trigger" state. Meas

See Also*TST?

*LRN?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*LRN?

DescriptionThis command returns the learn string, which is an ASCII string of SCPIcommands. This string includes all of the commands required to put t

Return FormatThe command returns an ASCII string of SCPI commands, delimited withsemicolons (";") between the commands.

ExampleThe following query returns the learn string.*LRN?Typical Response: A very long string of SCPI commands.

See Also*RCL*SAV

*OPCSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*OPC

DescriptionThis command sets the "Operation Complete" bit (bit 0) in the StandardEvent register at the completion of the current operation.F

RemarksSending the READ? command is similar to sending the INITiate commandfollowed immediately by the FETCh? command.The 34410A provides volatile rea

RemarksThe purpose of this command is to synchronize your application with theinstrument.Note the difference between the *OPC command and the *OPC? qu

ExampleThe following command sets the "Operation Complete" bit. *OPC

See Also*OPC?

*OPC?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*OPC?

DescriptionThis command returns "1" to the output buffer at the completion of thecurrent operation.For more information on the SCPI Status S

RemarksThe purpose of this command is to synchronize your application with theinstrument.Note the difference between the *OPC? command and the *OPC co

Return FormatThe command returns "1" to the output buffer.

ExampleThe following command sends "1" to the output buffer.*OPC?

See Also*OPC

Return FormatThe command sends readings directly to reading memory and theinstrument's output buffer. The readings are returned in ASCII format.

*PSCSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax*PSC {0|1}*PSC?

DescriptionPower-On Status Clear. This command enables or disables the clearing ofcertain enable registers at power on. With *PSC 0 specified, these r

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (do not clear at power on) or "1" (clear atpower on).

ExamplesThe following command disables the power-on clearing of the affectedregisters.*PSC 0The following query returns the power-on status clear sett

See Also*SRE*STB?

*RCLSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*RCL {0|1|2|3|4}

DescriptionThis command recalls the instrument state stored in the specified storagelocation. You cannot recall the instrument state from a storage lo

RemarksThe instrument has five storage locations in non-volatile memory to storeinstrument states. The instrument uses location 0 to automatically hol

ExamplesThe following program segment shows how to use the READ? command withthe CONFigure command. The READ? command places the instrument in the&quo

ExampleThe following command recalls the instrument state previously stored inlocation 1.*RCL 1

See Also*SAVMEMory:STATe:DELete

*RSTSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*RST

DescriptionThis command resets the multimeter to the Factory configuration. SeeFactory Reset State for a complete listing of the instrument's Fac

RemarksThis command does not affect any previously-stored instrument states (see*SAV command).

ExampleThe following command resets the instrument. *RST

See AlsoSYSTem:PRESet

*SAVSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*SAV {0|1|2|3|4}

See AlsoFETCh?FORMat:BORDerFORMat[:DATA]INITiate[:IMMediate]

DescriptionThis command stores (saves) the current instrument state in the specifiedstorage location. Any state previously stored in the same location

RemarksThe instrument has five storage locations in non-volatile memory to storeinstrument states. The instrument uses location 0 to automatically hol

ExampleThe following command stores the current instrument state in location 1.*SAV 1

See Also*RCLMEMory:STATe:DELete

*SRESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax*SRE <enable_value>*SRE?

DescriptionThis command enables bits in the enable register for the Status ByteRegister group. Once enabled, the corresponding bits may generate aRequ

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<enable_value> NumericA decimal valuewhich correspondsto the binary-weighted sum ofthe bits in

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Status Byte Register.Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0 Not Used 1 Always zero.1 Not Use

Use the <enable_value> parameter to specify which bits will be enabled.The decimal value specified corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of the

ROUTe:TERMinals?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Return FormatThe query command reads the enable register and returns a decimal valuewhich corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in th

ExamplesThe following command enables bit 4 (decimal value = 16) in the enableregister.*SRE 16The following query returns which bits are enabled in th

See Also*STB?

*STB?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*STB?

DescriptionThis command queries the condition register for the Status Byte Registergroup. This command is similar to a Serial Poll but it is processed

RemarksThe following table lists the bit definitions for the Status Byte Register.Bit NumberDecimalValueDefinition0 Not used 1 Always zero.1 Not Use

This command returns the same results as a Serial Poll but the "MasterSummary" bit (bit 6) is not cleared if a Serial Poll has occurred.A Fa

Return FormatThe command reads the condition register and returns a decimal valuewhich corresponds to the binary-weighted sum of all bits set in the r

ExampleThe following command reads the condition register (bits 3 and 5 are set).*STB?Typical Response: +40

[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL[:STATe] [SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL:VALue [SENSe:]FREQuency:RANGe:LOWer [SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe:AUTO [SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTa

SyntaxROUTe:TERMinals?

See Also*PSC*SRE

*TRGSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*TRG

DescriptionThis command is used in conjunction with the TRIGger:SOURce command totrigger the instrument from the remote interface.

RemarksUse the TRIGger:SOURce command to select the BUS (software) triggersource.After setting the trigger source, you must place the multimeter in th

ExampleThe following command triggers the instrument.TRIG:SOUR BUS INIT*TRG

See AlsoTRIGger:SOURce

*TST?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*TST?

DescriptionThis command performs a complete self-test of the instrument and returns apass/fail indication. The self-test runs a series of tests and wi

DescriptionThis command queries the 34410A/34411A multimeter to determinewhether the front or rear input terminals are selected (via the front/rearswi

RemarksThe 34410A/11A/L4411A self-test takes over five seconds to complete.When sending the *TST? command from the Agilent Connection Expert'Inte

Return FormatThe command returns "+0" (all tests passed) or "+1" (one or more testsfailed).

ExampleThe following command performs a self-test and returns a pass/failindication.*TST?Typical Response: +0

See Also*IDN?

*WAISyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax*WAI

DescriptionThis command configures the instrument's output buffer to wait for allpending operations to complete before executing any additional c

RemarksFunction and range changes are considered pending operations. Therefore,*WAI will cause these changes to occur and complete.

ExampleThe following command waits until all pending operations complete. *WAI

See Also*OPC

RemarksThe front/rear switch is not programmable. This query reports the positionof the switch, but cannot change it.

MEASure Subsystem IntroductionThe MEASure? command provides the easiest way to program the instrumentfor measurements. However, this command does not

Command Summary MEASure:CAPacitance?MEASure:CONTinuity?MEASure:CURRent:AC?MEASure:CURRent[:DC]?MEASure:DIODe?MEASure:FREQuency?MEASure:FRESistance?MEA

Default Settings for the MEASure? CommandWith the MEASure? command, you can select the function, range, andresolution all in one command. All other me

Using the MEASure? CommandThe following command shows how to use the MEASure? command to make ameasurement. This example configures the instrument for

MEASure:CAPacitance?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:CAPacitance? [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all capacitance measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the me

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range in F(farads):1 nF (MIN)10 nF100 nF1 µF10 µF (MAX)AUTO (autorange)A

RemarksThe <resolution> parameter is optional, and is in fact ignored. Theresolution is actually fixed at 4½ digits.You can allow the instrument

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

Return FormatThe query returns the current state of the front/rear switch: "FRON" or"REAR", indicating which set of terminals are

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for capacitancemeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers thereadi

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure:CONTinuity?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:CONTinuity?

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all continuity measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then it configures the mete

RemarksThe range and resolution are fixed for continuity tests. The range is 1 kΩ(a 2-wire resistance measurement).The meter beeps (even if beep is di

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for continuitymeasurements, places the instrument in the "wait-for-trigger" state, t

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure:CURRent:AC?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

ExampleThe following query returns the current state of the 34410A/34411Afront/rear switch (the set of input terminals selected).ROUT:TERM?Typical Res

SyntaxMEASure:CURRent:AC? [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all ac current measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range inamps:100 µA (MIN)1 mA10 mA100 mA1 A 3 A (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUTO(

RemarksThe <resolution> parameter is optional, and is in fact ignored. Theresolution is actually fixed at 6½ digits.You can allow the instrument

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for ac currentmeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers thereadin

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure:CURRent[:DC]?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:CURRent[:DC]? [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all dc current measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

UNIT:TEMPeratureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericDesired range inamps:100 µA (MIN)1 mA10 mA100 mA1 A 3 A (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUT

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for dc currentmeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers thereadin

See Also[CONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure:DIODe?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:DIODe?

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all diode test parameters and trigger parametersto their default values. Then it configures the meter for diode

RemarksThe range and resolution are fixed for diode tests: The range is 1 Vdc (witha 1 mA current source output).The voltage is displayed on the front

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

SyntaxUNIT:TEMPerature <units>UNIT:TEMPerature?

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for diode tests, placesthe instrument in the "wait-for-trigger" state, triggers a t

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure:FREQuency?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:FREQuency? [{<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all frequency measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the mete

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericApproximatefrequency of theinput signalin hertz, between3 Hz and 300 kHz.MIN = 3

RemarksFrequency is measured on ac voltage signals. Thus, the proper ac voltagerange should be set first using the[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPP

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for frequencymeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers thereading

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?[SENSe:]FREQuency:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]

DescriptionThis command selects the units (°C, °F, or Kelvins) to be used fortemperature measurements. The 34410A/11A/L4411A uses the selectedunit for

MEASure:FRESistance?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:FRESistance? [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all resistance measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range inohms:100 Ω (MIN)1 kΩ10 kΩ100 kΩ1 MΩ10 MΩ100 MΩ 1 GΩ (MAX)AUTO (aut

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for 4-wire measurements,triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers the reading t

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure:PERiod?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:PERiod? [{<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<units> Discrete {C|F|K}Requiredparameter.

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all period measurement parameters and triggerparameters to their default values. Then, it configures the meter f

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericApproximate periodof the input signalin seconds, between3.336 µs and333.33 ms.MI

RemarksPeriod is measured on ac voltage signals. Thus, the proper ac voltagerange should be set first using the[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer] co

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for period measurements,triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers the reading t

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]

MEASure:RESistance?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:RESistance? [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all resistance measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range inohms:100 Ω (MIN)1 kΩ10 kΩ100 kΩ1 MΩ10 MΩ100 MΩ 1 GΩ (MAX)AUTO (aut

RemarksThe command also accepts "CEL" or "FAR" for the units parameter, but thequery returns "C" or "F".The te

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for 2-wire resistancemeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers th

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure:TEMPerature?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure:TEMPerature? [{<probe_type>|DEF}[,{<type>|DEF} [,1 [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all temperature measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the me

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<probe_type> Discrete {FRTD|RTD|FTHermistor|THERmistor}Requiredparameter:DEF setsFRTD<type>

RemarksFor temperature measurements, the instrument internally selects therange−you cannot select the range to be used. The range ("1" is th

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture:ENABled [SENSe:]TEMPerature:NPLC [SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL[:STATe] [SENSe:]TEMPerature:NULL:VALue [SENSe:]TEMPerature:TRAN

Return FormatThe query command returns "C", "F", or "K".

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for 5 kΩ thermistormeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers the

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEASure[:VOLTage]:AC?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure[:VOLTage]:AC? [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all ac voltage measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range involts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V100 V1000 V (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUTO(aut

RemarksThe <resolution> parameter is optional, and is in fact ignored. Theresolution is actually fixed at 6½ digits.You can allow the instrument

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for ac voltagemeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers thereadin

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

ExamplesThe following command sets the temperature units to °F.UNIT:TEMP FThe following query returns the temperature unit selected.UNIT:TEMP?Typical

MEASure[:VOLTage][:DC]?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEASure[:VOLTage][:DC]? [{<range>|AUTO|MIN|MAX|DEF} [,{<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}]]

DescriptionFirst, this command resets all dc voltage measurement parameters andtrigger parameters to their default values. Then, it configures the met

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<range> NumericDesired range involts:100 mV (MIN)1 V10 V100 V1000 V (MAX)AUTO (autorange)AUTO(aut

RemarksYou can allow the instrument to automatically select the measurementrange using autoranging or you can select a fixed range using manualranging

Return FormatThe command returns a single reading.

ExamplesThe following command configures the instrument for dc voltagemeasurements, triggers the meter to take a reading, and then transfers thereadin

See AlsoCONFigure?FETCh?READ?

MEMory Subsystem IntroductionCommand Summary MEMory:NSTates?MEMory:STATe:CATalog?MEMory:STATe:DELeteMEMory:STATe:DELete:ALLMEMory:STATe:NAMEMEMory:STA

MEMory:NSTates?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

See AlsoCONFigure:TEMPeratureMEASure:TEMPerature?

SyntaxMEMory:NSTates?

DescriptionThis command returns the total number of memory locations available forstate storage. For the 34410A/11A/L4411A, this command always return

MEMory:STATe:CATalog?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxMEMory:STATe:CATalog?

DescriptionThis command returns the names assigned to storage locations 0 through 4.When shipped from the factory, default names are assigned to stora

RemarksThis command returns the factory default name for location 0("POWER_DOWN") unless a new name has been defined. Although youcan defin

Return FormatThis command returns a comma-separated list representing the namesassigned to the storage locations.

ExampleThe following command returns the names assigned to storage locations 0through 4 (the quotes are also returned for each name).MEM:STAT:CAT?Typi

See AlsoMEMory:STATe:NAME

MEMory:STATe:DELeteSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

CALCulate Subsystem IntroductionThe Agilent 34410A, 34411A, and L4411A can store readings in memory andperform several mathematical, statistical, and

SyntaxMEMory:STATe:DELete {0|1|2|3|4}MEMory:STATe:DELete:ALL

DescriptionThis command deletes the contents of the specified storage location.

RemarksIf you have named a storage location (see MEMory:STATe:NAMEcommand), deleting the contents of a storage location will reset theassociated name

ExamplesThe following command deletes the contents of storage location 1. MEM:STAT:DEL 1The following command deletes the contents of storage locatio

See Also*SAV*RCL

MEMory:STATe:NAMESyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEMory:STATe:NAME {0|1|2|3|4} [,<name>]MEMory:STATe:NAME? {0|1|2|3|4}

DescriptionThis command assigns a name to the specified storage location. You canname a location from the front panel or over the remote interface. Th

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<name>ASCIIStringA string of up to 12characters. The firstcharacter must be aletter (A-Z), but

RemarksAlthough you can assign a name to location 0, the name will beoverwritten when the power is cycled and a new power-down state isstored in this

Command Summary Select and Enable Functions CALCulate:FUNCtion CALCulate:FUNCtion)" href="Limits/CALCulate_LIMit_LOWer.htm">

Return FormatThe query command reads the name assigned to the specified storagelocation and returns an ASCII string. If the specified location has no

ExamplesThe following command assigns a name to storage location 1. MEM:STAT:NAME 1,TEST_RACK_1The following query returns the name assigned to stora

See AlsoMEMory:STATe:CATalog?*SAV*RCL

MEMory:STATe:RECall:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEMory:STATe:RECall:AUTO <mode>MEMory:STATe:RECall:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the automatic recall of a specific storedinstrument state when power is turned on. Select "ON" t

ParametersName TypeRange ofValuesDefault Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1}This is arequiredparameter

RemarksWith the *SAV command, you can use location 0 to store a fifth instrumentstate. However, keep in mind that location 0 is automatically overwrit

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables automatic recall of the power-down state. MEM:STAT:REC:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the automatic recal

CALCulate:AVERage:SDEViation?

See AlsoMEMory:STATe:RECall:SELect*SAV

MEMory:STATe:RECall:SELectSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxMEMory:STATe:RECall:SELect {0|1|2|3|4}MEMory:STATe:RECall:SELect?

DescriptionThis command selects which instrument state will be used at power on if theautomatic recall mode is enabled (see MEMory:STATe:RECall:AUTO O

RemarksRegardless of which instrument state is specified, the power-down state isautomatically stored in location 0.When shipped from the factory, sto

Return FormatThe query command returns "0", "1", "2", "3", or "4" indicating whichinstrument state w

ExamplesThe following command selects instrument state 2 to be used at power-on. MEM:STAT:REC:SEL 2The following query returns the instrument state s

See AlsoMEMory:STATe:RECall:AUTO*SAV

MEMory:STATe:VALid?Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

SyntaxMEMory:STATe:VALid? {0|1|2|3|4}

CALCulate:FUNCtionSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

DescriptionThis command queries the specified storage location to determine if a validstate is currently stored in this location.

RemarksYou can use this command before sending the *RCL command todetermine if a state has been previously stored in this location.

Return FormatThe command returns "0" if no state has been stored or if it has beendeleted. It returns "1" if a valid state is stor

ExampleThe following command returns the state of storage location 3.MEM:STAT:VAL? 3Typical Response: 0

See Also*RCL*SAV

SAMPle Subsystem IntroductionThe SAMPle commands are used with the TRIGger commands to set up thetriggering parameters. Use the SAMPle commands to set

It is recommended that all triggered measurements be made usingan appropriate fixed manual range. That is, turn autorange off(SENSe:<function>:

Command Summary SAMPle:COUNtSAMPle:COUNt?SAMPle:COUNt:PRETriggerSAMPle:COUNt:PRETrigger?SAMPle:SOURceSAMPle:SOURce?SAMPle:TIMerSAMPle:TIMer?

SAMPle:COUNtSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSAMPle:COUNt {<count>|MIN|MAX|DEF}SAMPle:COUNt? [{MIN|MAX}]

SyntaxCALCulate:FUNCtion {NULL | DB | DBM | AVERage | LIMit}CALCulate:FUNCtion?

DescriptionThis command selects the number of readings (samples) the meter will takeper trigger.It is recommended that all triggered measurements be m

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<count> Numeric1 to 50,000 samples(34410A) 1 to 1,000,000 samples(34411A/L4411A)MIN = 1 sampleM

RemarksThe front-panel sample annunciator ( "*" ) turns on during eachmeasurement at slower rates. However, the annunciator toggles at a fix

Return FormatThe query command returns the sample count in the form "+1".

ExamplesThe following command sets the meter's sample count to 10. When atrigger is received from the selected trigger source, the meter will ma

See AlsoSAMPle:COUNt:PRETriggerSAMPle:SOURceSAMPle:TIMerTRIGger:COUNtTRIGger:SOURce

SAMPle:COUNt:PRETrigger (34411A/L4411A)Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSAMPle:COUNt:PRETrigger {<PTcount>|MIN|MAX|DEF}SAMPle:COUNt:PRETrigger? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThe Agilent 34411A/L4411A provides a pretrigger feature that allowscollection of the data being digitized before the trigger. This commandr

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<PTcount> Numeric0 to 999,999 samplesMIN = 0 sampleMAX = 999,999 samples(MAX = 10,000 samplesif

DescriptionThis command selects the calculation function to be used. The defaultfunction is NULL.The null function provided in this command is for com

RemarksThis command is supported by the 34411A and L4411A, but not the34410A.The 34411A/L4411A provides the pre-trigger feature for all measurementfun

trigger sample):Pretrigger Sample Count ≤ Sample Count - 1If any of the calculation functions are on (CALC:STAT ON), the pretriggercount is further li

Return FormatThe query command returns the pretrigger sample count in the form "+1".

ExamplesThe following commands set the sample count to 10,000 and the pretriggersample count to 5000 (so that 5000 samples will be taken before thetri

See AlsoSAMPle:COUNt

SAMPle:SOURceSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSAMPle:SOURce {IMMediate|TIMer}SAMPle:SOURce?

DescriptionThis command works in conjunction with the TRIGger:DELay command andthe SAMPle:TIMer command to determine sample timing when the samplecoun

(SENSe:<function>:RANGe:AUTO OFF), or set a fixed range usingthe SENSe:<function>:RANGe, CONFigure, or MEASure command.

RemarksThis command has no effect if the sample count is 1 (see SAMPle:COUNt).After setting the sample count, sample source, and the sample interval o

RemarksSend CALCulate:FUNCtion AVERage to enable statistics. When statisticsare enabled, the average (mean), minimum, maximum, peak-to-peak,count, and

Return FormatThe query command returns "IMM" or "TIM".

ExamplesThe following example sets the meter's sample source to "TIM". The INITcommand sets the meter to the "wait-for-trigger&quo

See AlsoTRIGger:COUNtTRIGger:DELayTRIGger:SOURceSAMPle:COUNtSAMPle:TIMer

SAMPle:TIMerSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxSAMPle:TIMer {<interval>|MIN|MAX}SAMPle:TIMer? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets a sample interval for timed sampling when the samplecount is greater than one. Use the SAMPle:SOURce command to set theTI

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<interval> NumericMIN to ~3600 seconds(~20 µs steps).*MIN = measurementdependent,MAX = ~3600 s.T

RemarksThe value of MIN is measurement dependent. It depends on the integrationtime (resolution), whether autozero is on, whether autorange is on, and

Return FormatThe query command returns the sample interval in seconds. If you includeMIN or MAX in the query, the returned value is the minimum or max

ExamplesThe following example sets the meter's sample interval to 0.1 seconds. TheINIT command sets the meter to the "wait-for-trigger"

STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:CONDition? STATus:OPERation:ENABle STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]? STATus:PRESet STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition? STATus:QUE

Return FormatThe query returns the currently selected function: NULL, DB, DBM, AVER, orLIM.

See AlsoTRIGger:COUNtTRIGger:DELayTRIGger:SOURceSAMPle:COUNtSAMPle:SOURce

SENSe Subsystem IntroductionCommand Summary AC Voltage [SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:BANDwidth [SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:BANDwidth? [SENSe:]VOLTage:AC:NULL[

[SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:NULL:VALue? [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATe [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:PEAK:STATe? [SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture:ENABled [SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture:ENABled? [SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NPLC [SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NPLC?

[SENSe:]RESistance:NULL:VALue? [SENSe:]RESistance:OCOMpensated [SENSe:]RESistance:OCOMpensated? [SENSe:]RESistance:RANGe:AUTO [SE

[SENSe:]FRESistance:RESolution [SENSe:]FRESistance:RESolution? Frequency [SENSe:]FREQuency:APERture [SENSe:]FREQuency:APERture?

[SENSe:]PERiod:VOLTage:RANGe[:UPPer]? Temperature [SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture [SENSe:]TEMPerature:APERture? [SENSe:]TEMPerature:

[SENSe:]TEMPerature:ZERO:AUTO [SENSe:]TEMPerature:ZERO:AUTO? Capacitance [SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL[:STATe] [SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL[:S

[SENSe:]FUNCtion[:ON]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FUNCtion[:ON] "<function>"[SENSe:]FUNCtion[:ON]?

ExamplesThe following command sets the function to be calculated to DBM.CALC:FUNC DBMThe following query returns the currently enabled calculation fun

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement function (all function-relatedmeasurement attributes are retained).

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<function> DiscreteDesired functionenclosed in quotes:CAPacitanceCONTinuityCURRent:ACCURRent[:DC]

RemarksIf you change the measurement function, all measurement attributes ofthe previous function (range, resolution, etc.) are remembered. If youretu

Return FormatThe query command returns an ASCII string enclosed in double quotes. Theshort form of the function name is always returned (e.g., "C

ExamplesThe following commands select the ac voltage function (double or singlequotes are allowed).FUNC "VOLT:AC" or FUNC 'VOLT:A

See AlsoCONFigure Commands

[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for capacitancemeasurements.

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL:VALue command to set the null value.The CONFigure:CAPacitance and MEASure:CAPacitance? commands turnoff the nu

See AlsoCALCulate:STATe

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.CAP:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.CAP:NULL:STAT?Typical Response:

See Also[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL:VALueCONFigure:CAPacitanceMEASure:CAPacitance?

[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for capacitance measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command, i

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.CAP:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.CAP:NULL:VAL?Typical Response:

CALCulate:STATeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

See Also[SENSe:]CAPacitance:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables autoranging for capacitancemeasurements. Autoranging is convenient because the instrumentautomatically sel

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}This is arequiredparameter

RemarksAutorange thresholds:Down range at: <10% of rangeUp range at: >120% of rangeWith autoranging enabled, the instrument selects the appropri

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.CAP:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging settings.CAP:RANG:AUTO?Typical Respons

See AlsoCONFigure:CAPacitance[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe[:UPPer]

[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

SyntaxCALCulate[:STATe] {OFF | ON}CALCulate:STATe?

Syntax[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe[:UPPer] {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement range for capacitancemeasurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> NumericDesired range in F(farads):1 nF (MIN)10 nF100 nF1 µF (DEF)10 µF (MAX)This is a

RemarksSelecting a discrete range will disable autoranging.If the input signal is greater than can be measured on the selected range(manual ranging),

Return FormatThe query command returns the range in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 1 nF range.CAP:RANG 1 nF or CAP:RANG 0.000000001 or CAP:RANG1.0E-9The following query returns

See AlsoCONFigure:CAPacitance[SENSe:]CAPacitance:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:BANDwidthSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:BANDwidth {<filter>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:BANDwidth? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the bandwidth for ac current measurements. Theinstrument uses three different ac filters for ac current measurements. The

DescriptionThis command turns the CALCulate subsystem, and thus the selectedcalculation function, on or off.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<filter> Discrete{3|20|200}MIN = 3 Hz (slow), MAX = 200 Hz(fast)This is a requiredparameterDEF

RemarksThe <filter> parameter takes on one of three discrete values: 3, 20, or200. However, you can enter the lowest expected frequency that you

Return FormatThe query command returns "3.0000000" (slow), "2.0000000E+1"(medium), or "2.0000000E+2" (fast).

ExamplesEither of the following commands selects the slow filter (3 Hz).CURR:AC:BAND 3Either of the following queries returns the current ac filter se

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent:AC

[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for ac current measurements.

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL:VALue command to set the null value.The CONFigure:CURRent:AC and MEASure:CURRent:AC? commands turnoff the null

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

RemarksThe calculation function to be used is selected using theCALCulate:FUNCtion command.CALCulate:STATe is set to OFF when the measurement function

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.CURR:AC:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.CURR:AC:NULL:STAT?Typical Re

See Also[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL:VALueCONFigure:CURRent:ACMEASure:CURRent:AC?

[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for ac current measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command, it

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.CURR:AC:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.CURR:AC:NULL:VAL?Typical R

See Also[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:NULL[:STATe]

Return FormatThe query returns the current calculation state: "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:PEAK:STATeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:PEAK:STATe {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:PEAK:STATe?

DescriptionThis command (when STATe= ON) configures the ac current measurementfunction to also produce peak-to-peak measurements, which may beretrieve

RemarksUse the FETCh:CURRent:AC:PTPeak? commands to retrieve the peakcurrent data.A Factory Reset (*RST command) or an Instrument Preset(SYSTem:PRESet

Return FormatThe query command returns the state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the peak current function on.CURR:AC:PEAK:STAT ONThe following query returns the state.CURR:AC:PEAK:STAT?Typical R

See AlsoFETCh:CURRent:AC:PTPeak?

[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables autoranging for ac currentmeasurements. Autoranging is convenient because the instrumentautomatically sele

ExampleThe following command sets the calculation state to "ON".CALC:STAT ONThe following query returns the current calculation state.CALC:S

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}AutorangeON

RemarksAutorange thresholds:Down range at: <10% of rangeUp range at: >120% of rangeWith autoranging enabled, the instrument selects the appropri

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.CURR:AC:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging settings.CURR:AC:RANG:AUTO?Typical

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent:AC[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe

[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe[:UPPer] {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement range for ac current measurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> DiscreteDesired range inamps:100 µA (MIN)1 mA10 mA100 mA1 A3 A (MAX)This is arequiredpa

RemarksSelecting a discrete range will disable autoranging.If the input signal is greater than can be measured on the selected range(manual ranging),

See AlsoCALCulate:FUNCtion

Return FormatThe query command returns the range in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 100 mA range.CURR:AC:RANG 0.1The following query returns the selected range.CURR:AC:RANG?Typical Response:

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent:AC[SENSe:]CURRent:AC:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERtureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the integration time in seconds (called aperture time)for dc current measurements.You should use this command only whe

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<seconds> NumericDesired aperture timein seconds:34410A: ~100 µs to~1 s (with ~20 µsresolution)

RemarksDue to internal quantization, the actual aperture that you set may beslightly different than your specified value. The increment is approximate

Return FormatThe query command returns the aperture time in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets the aperture time to 300 ms.CURR:DC:APER 300E-03The following query returns the aperture time selected.CURR:DC:APER

SYSTem:COMMunicate:ENABle SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB[:SELF]:ADDRess SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]? SYSTem:HELP? SYSTem:LANGuage SYSTem:LFRequency? SYSTem:LFRequenc

CALCulate:LIMit:LOWerSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent[:DC][SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture:ENABled

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture:ENABledSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Example

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture:ENABled {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture:ENABled?

DescriptionThis command queries whether the aperture time mode is enabled ordisabled for dc current measurements. If aperture time mode is disabled, t

RemarksThe CONFigure:CURRent[:DC], MEASure:CURRent[:DC]?,[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NPLC, and [SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RESolutioncommands disable the aperture t

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" if the aperture time mode is disabled or "1"if the aperture time mode is enabled.

ExampleThe following command returns the state of the aperture time mode.CURR:DC:APER:ENAB?Typical Response: 1

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent[:DC][SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NPLCSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NPLC {<PLCs>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NPLC? [{MIN|MAX}]

SyntaxCALCulate:LIMit:LOWer {<value> | MINimum | MAXimum}CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer? {MINimum | MAXimum}

DescriptionThis command sets the integration time in number of power line cycles(PLCs) for dc current measurements. Integration time affects themeasur

ParametersName Type Range of Values*DefaultValue<PLCs> Discrete34410A: {0.006|0.02|0.06|0.2|1|2|10|100}MIN = 0.006 PLC, MAX = 100 PLC34411A/L4

RemarksSelecting an integration time with this command changes any aperture setwith the [SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture command.Only those integration

(*RST command) or an Instrument Preset (SYSTem:PRESet command).

Return FormatThe query command returns the integration time in the form"+1.00000000E+00".

ExamplesThe following command set the integration time to 0.2 PLCs.CURR:DC:NPLC 0.2The following query returns the integration time settings.CURR:DC:N

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent[:DC][SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RESolution

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for dc current measurements.

DescriptionThis command sets the lower limit for the present measurement function(used in limit testing).

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL:VALue command to set the nullvalue.The CONFigure:CURRent[:DC] and MEASure:CURRent[:DC]? commandsturn off the

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.CURR:DC:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.CURR:DC:NULL:STAT?Typical Re

See Also[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL:VALueCONFigure:CURRent[:DC]MEASure:CURRent[:DC]?

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for dc current measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]CURRent:DC:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command, it

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest (maximum) range for the currently selected function The

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.CURR:DC:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.CURR:DC:NULL:VAL?Typical R

See Also[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:STATeSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:STATe {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:STATe?

DescriptionThis command (when STATe= ON) configures the dc current measurementfunction to also produce peak measurements, which may be retrievedsepara

RemarksUse the FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?,FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?, and FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PTPeak?commands to retrieve the peak current d

Return FormatThe query command returns the state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the peak current function on.CURR:DC:PEAK:STAT ONThe following query returns the state.CURR:DC:PEAK:STAT?Typical R

See AlsoFETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MAXimum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PEAK:MINmum?FETCh:CURRent[:DC]:PTPeak?

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

RemarksYou must select the limit math function (CALC:FUNC LIM) and turn onmath operations (CALC:STAT ON) before you set a limit value.You can assign a

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables autoranging for dc currentmeasurements. Autoranging is convenient because the instrumentautomatically sele

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Boolean {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}AutorangeON

RemarksAutorange thresholds:Downrange at:<10% of rangeUp rangeat:>120% of rangeWith autoranging enabled, the instrument selects the appropriate

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autoranging.CURR:DC:RANG:AUTO OFFThe following query returns the autoranging state.CURR:DC:RANG:AUTO?Typical Re

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent[:DC][SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe[:UPPer]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe[:UPPer] {<range>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe[:UPPer]? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement range for dc current measurements.

Return FormatThe query command returns the lower limit in the form "-1.00000000E+03".

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<range> DiscreteDesired range inamps:100 µA (MIN)1 mA10 mA100 mA1 A3 A (MAX)This is arequiredpa

RemarksSelecting a discrete range will disable autoranging.If the input signal is greater than can be measured on the selected range(manual ranging),

Return FormatThe query command returns the range in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command selects the 100 mA range.CURR:DC:RANG 0.1The following query returns the range selected.CURR:DC:RANG?Typical Response:

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent[:DC][SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RANGe:AUTO

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RESolutionSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RESolution {<resolution>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:RESolution? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the measurement resolution for dc currentmeasurements. Specify the resolution in the same units as the selectedmeasure

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<resolution> NumericDesired resolutionin amps (see ResolutionTable).0.3 ppm xRange (1 PLC)

RemarksSetting the resolution with this command changes any aperture set withthe [SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:APERture command.For the <resolution> par

ExamplesThe following command sets the lower limit to -0.25.CALC:LIM:LOW -0.25The following query returns the lower limit setting.CALC:LIM:LOW?Typical

Return FormatThe query command returns the resolution in the form "+1.00000000E-04".

ExamplesThe following command sets the measurement resolution to 100 mA.CURR:DC:RES 0.1The following query returns the resolution selected.CURR:DC:RES

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent[:DC]

[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:ZERO:AUTOSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO <mode>[SENSe:]CURRent[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO?

DescriptionThis command disables or enables the autozero mode for dc currentmeasurements.When autozero is ON (default), the instrument internally disc

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<mode> Discrete {OFF|0|ON|1|ONCE}AutozeroON

RemarksAutozero ONCE issues an immediate zero measurement, and then setsautozero to OFF.The autozero mode is set indirectly when you set the resolutio

Return FormatThe query command returns "0" (OFF or ONCE) or "1" (ON).

ExamplesThe following command disables autozero. With autozero disabled, a newzero measurement is not issued until the next configuration change(funct

See AlsoCALCulate:FUNCtionCALCulate:LIMit:UPPerCALCulate:STATeSTATus Subsystem Introduction

See AlsoCONFigure:CURRent[:DC][SENSe:]VOLTage[:DC]:ZERO:AUTO

[SENSe:]FREQuency:APERtureSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FREQuency:APERture {<seconds>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]FREQuency:APERture? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command selects the aperture time (also called gate time) for frequencymeasurements.

ParametersName Type Range of Values Default Value<seconds> DiscreteDesired aperture inseconds:1 ms (MIN) 10 ms 100 ms (DEF) 1 second (MAX)This i

RemarksThis command sets the aperture for both frequency and periodmeasurements.The frequency measurement does not autorange. For frequencymeasurement

Return FormatThe query command returns the aperture time in the form "+1.00000000E-01".

ExamplesThe following command sets the aperture to 10 ms.FREQ:APER 10E-03The following query returns the aperture selected.FREQ:APER?Typical Response:

See AlsoCONFigure:FREQuency

[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL[:STATe]Syntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

CALCulate:LIMit:UPPerSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL[:STATe] {ON|OFF}[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL[:STATe]?

DescriptionThis command turns the null function on or off for frequency measurements.

RemarksUse the [SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL:VALue command to set the null value.The CONFigure:FREQuency and MEASure:FREQuency? commands turn offthe null sta

Return FormatThe query command returns the null state, either "1" (ON), or "0" (OFF).

ExamplesThe following command turns the null function off.FREQ:NULL:STAT OFFThe following query returns the null state.FREQ:NULL:STAT?Typical Response

See Also[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL:VALueCONFigure:FREQuencyMEASure:FREQuency?

[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL:VALueSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL:VALue {<value>|MIN|MAX}[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL:VALue? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command stores a null value for frequency measurements. The nullvalue is subtracted from each sample if the null state is turned on.

ParametersThe <value> parameter can take any value between -120% and +120% ofthe highest range for the present function. MIN = -120% of the high

SyntaxCALCulate:LIMit:UPPer {<value> | MINimum | MAXimum}CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer? {MINimum | MAXimum}

RemarksTo use the null value, you will also need to turn on the null state with the[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL[:STATe] command.When using this command, it

Return FormatThe query command returns the null value in the form "+1.00000000E-02".

ExamplesThe following command sets the null value to -0.25.FREQ:NULL:VAL -0.25The following query returns the null value.FREQ:NULL:VAL?Typical Respons

See Also[SENSe:]FREQuency:NULL[:STATe]

[SENSe:]FREQuency:RANGe:LOWerSyntax | Description | Parameters | Remarks | Return Format | Examples

Syntax[SENSe:]FREQuency:RANGe:LOWer {<filter>|MIN|MAX|DEF}[SENSe:]FREQuency:RANGe:LOWer? [{MIN|MAX}]

DescriptionThis command sets the ac bandwidth used to detect the signal duringfrequency and period measurements. The instrument uses three different a

ParametersName Type Range of ValuesDefaultValue<filter> Discrete{3|20|200}MIN = 3 Hz (slow), MAX = 200 Hz (fast)This is arequiredparameter.DEF s

RemarksApplies to frequency and period measurements, and to voltagemeasurements made as the second display function during frequency orperiod measurem

Return FormatThe query command returns "3.0000000" (slow), "2.0000000E+1"(medium), or "2.0000000E+2" (fast).