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Chapter 4 Features and Functions
General Measurement Configuration
• The specified resolution is used for all measurements on the selected
channel. If you have applied Mx+B scaling or have assigned alarms to
the selected channel, those measurements are also made using the
specified resolution. Measurements taken during the Monitor
function also use the specified resolution.
• Changing the number of digits does more than just change the
resolution of the instrument. It also changes the integration time,
which is the period the instrument’s analog-to-digital (A/D) converter
samples the input signal for a measurement. See Custom A/D
Integration Time, on page 120 for more information.
•The MEASure? and CONFigure commands contain an optional
resolution parameter which allows you to specify the resolution.
• The instrument returns to 5½ digits when the measurement function
is changed and after a Factory Reset (*RST command). An
Instrument Preset (SYSTem:PRESet command) or Card Reset
(SYSTem:CPON command) does not change the resolution setting.
• Front-Panel Operation: First, select the measurement function on the
active channel. You are automatically guided to the next level of the
menu where you can select the number of digits. The default is 5½
digits.
6 1/2 DIGITS
For temperature measurements, go to the menu and select the
number of digits displayed past the decimal point on the selected
channel.
DISPLAY 1 °C
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