User`s guide

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Tutorial
The Agilent E3631A is a high performance instrument capable of delivering clean dc
power. But to take full advantage of the performance characteristics designed into the
power supply, certain basic precautions must be observed when connecting it for use
on the lab bench or as a controlled power supply. This chapter describes basic
operation of linear power supplies and gives specific details on the operation and use
of the Agilent E3631A DC power supply:
• Overview of Agilent E3631A Operation, page 143
• Output Characteristics, page 145
• Connecting the Load, page 149
• Extending the Voltage Range, page 152
• Remote Programming, page 153
• Reliability, page 155