User`s guide

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SCPI Command Reference
E5061A/E5062A commands
:SOUR{1-4}:POW:ATT
Syntax :SOURce{[1]|2|3|4}:POWer:ATTenuation[:DATA] <numeric>
:SOURce{[1]|2|3|4}:POWer:ATTenuation[:DATA]?
Description Sets the power range of channel 1 (:SOUR1) to channel 4 (:SOUR4).
The power range is selected depending on the setting of the attenuator. The following table
shows the relationship between the attenuator value and the power range.
If you execute this command when the power range extension function is not installed, an
error occurs and the command is ignored.
Parameters
If the specified parameter is out of the allowable setup range, the minimum value (if the
lower limit of the range is not reached) or the maximum value (if the upper limit of the
range is exceeded) is set.
Query response {numeric}<newline><^END>
Example of use
10 OUTPUT 717;":SOUR1:POW:ATT 10"
20 OUTPUT 717;":SOUR1:POW:ATT?"
30 ENTER 717;A
Related commands :SOUR{1-4}:POW on page 431
Equivalent key
[Sweep Setup] - Power - Power Ranges
Attenuator Power range Attenuator Power range
0 dB -5 to +10 dBm 30 dB -35 to -20 dBm
10 dB -15 to 0 dBm 40 dB -45 to -30 dBm
20 dB -25 to -10 dBm
<numeric>
Description Attenuator value
Range 0 to 40
Preset value 0
Unit dB
Resolution 10