User`s guide

3 Operating the DC Power Analyzer
42 Model N6705A User’s Guide
Output Grouping
Up to four identical outputs can be configured or “grouped” to create
a single output with higher current and power capability. This
capability is available with firmware revision A.02.00 or later. The
following conditions apply for grouped outputs:
 Only identical outputs can be grouped. Outputs without identical
model numbers and options will be unavailable for grouping.
 Grouped outputs must be connected in parallel (see chapter 5).
 On Agilent N676xA power modules, low current measurement
ranges cannot be used with grouped outputs. Low current output
ranges, however, can be used.
 Current-level triggering is unavailable for grouped outputs.
 Over-current protection delay has a slightly slower response time
(~10 ms) and slightly less resolution than an ungrouped output.
 The power limit setting for Agilent N673xB, N674xB, and N677xA
power modules must be set to its maximum value.
To group outputs, press the Menu key. Select Source Settings, then
Output Grouping. Check the outputs that you wish to group.
Grouped outputs are controlled using the output number of the
lowest output in the group. As shown in the figures, output 1 is
grouped with output 2 and output 3 is grouped with output 4.
To return grouped outputs back to an ungrouped state, remove the
parallel connections between outputs. Then uncheck the check boxes.
Cycle AC power to the unit for the grouping or ungrouping changes
to take effect. Grouped settings are saved in non-volatile memory.