Specifications

150
• In-rack calibration for reduced
maintenance time
• DMM measurement accuracies
include the switch for simple
calculations
Make system connections easily
and quickly with simple, reliable
connection options:
• Built-in Ethernet, USB 2.0,
and GPIB connectivity
• Low-cost, standard 50- or 78-pin
Dsub connectors and cables
• Detachable terminal blocks
with strain relief
• Mass interconnect solutions
The 34980A also has easier signal
routing using four 2-wire internal
analog buses. You can route your
measurements directly to the inter-
nal DMM, or you can connect to
external instruments through the
analog bus connector on the rear of
the mainframe. And since you have
four 2-wire buses, you can dedicate
one bus for use with the internal
DMM and use the other three buses
for module extensions or additional
signal routing between modules,
reducing your wiring needs.
Measurements You Can Trust
Get proven performance from Agilent
instruments, with the resolution,
repeatability, speed, and accuracy
you’ve come to expect.
The 34980A offers built-in signal
conditioning and modular flexibility.
When you use it with the internal
DMM, you can configure each channel
independently for the measurements
you choose. It includes a variety of
features that give you confidence in
your measurements:
•6
1
/
2
digits of resolution with .004%
of accuracy with DC voltage
measurements
• Alarms per channel – high limit,
low limit, or both
• Math functions – use Mx+B for
custom linear conversions and
converting raw inputs
• Built-in thermocouple reference
for temperature measurements
(34921T)
• Time-stamped readings
The integrated DMM is mounted
inside the mainframe and does
not consume any of the eight user-
available slots and gives you the
flexibility to measure 11 types
of inputs:
• Temperature with thermo-
couples, RTDs, or thermistors
(with 34921A)
• DC and AC voltage
• 2- and 4-wire resistance
• Frequency and period
• DC and AC current
Standard Interfaces Take the
Hassle Out of Connecting to your PC
Standard Ethernet, USB and GPIB
Standard interfaces are included
in every mainframe. Use one of the
interfaces that is already available
in your computer, or if you prefer,
GPIB is still available.
Remote Access and Control
The built-in Web browser interface
provides remote access and control
of the instrument via a Java-enabled
browser such as Internet Explorer.
Using the Web interface, you can set
up, troubleshoot, and maintain your
system remotely.
• View and modify
instrument setup
• Open, close, or monitor switches
• Send SCPI commands
• Define and execute
switch sequences
• View error queue
• Get status reports on relay counts
Works With your Choice of Software
You can save time and preserve your
software and hardware investments.
Program directly with SCPI, or use
IVI or LabVIEW software drivers that
provide compatibility with the most
popular development environments
and tools.
Multifunction Switch/Measure
Mainframe and Modules 34980A (Continued)
More detailed specifications at www.agilent.com/find/34980A
Data Acquisition & Switching