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Understanding and Configuring the 5DX Selftest and Black/White Level Tests
This paper discusses the theory and practice of 5DX automatic compensation tools, Selftest and gray level correction.
Application Note 2004-12-01 |
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Understanding the Effects of Racking & System Interconnections (AN 1465-6)
Application Note 2004-12-21 |
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Understanding the PCAP Polarity Reject Signal
This paper describes the algorithm used to determine if polarized capacitors are properly oriented.
Application Note 2004-12-02 |
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UNIX vs. Windows Differences for 3070 Users
This documentation serves as a PC transition guide to help existing 3070 customers migrate from the Unix platform to the PC platform.
Application Note 2002-09-19 |
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Up-and-Down Programming DUT Power Supplies
There seems to be some confusion on what the current limits are when using the DUT supplies in the Agilent 3070 system. While this article is not meant to be an exhaustive treatise on the subject, a little clarification might help.
Application Note 2001-05-17 |
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Use of the Test Results Command Processor
TRCMDPRO processes the results from the Agilent 5DX in a way that is specified by a command file. This file is TRCMDPRO.CMD. In addition to the software revisions named, the document applies to all 5DX software versions.
Application Note 1998-01-12 |
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Use of Wrong Thickness Technique Gives Bad Test Results
Beginning with release 6.0, there are two techniques for measurement of solder thickness on the Agilent 5DX, each based on use of a different Confirmation & Adjustment panel.
Application Note 2000-12-31 |
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Using .NET Methods to Add Functionality to IVI-COM Drivers
This application note discusses the use of .NET methods to add functionality to IVI-COM drivers to access a deeper set of instrument functionality with minimal programming.
Application Note 2012-03-01 |
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Using Boundary Scan to Link Design and Manufacturing Test
By leveraging boundary-scan tests generated in Design and re-using them at Manufacturing Test, manufacturers can produce long-term benefits in terms of lower costs, greater efficiencies and higher quality products.
Application Note 2003-03-01 |
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Using IVI For Your Instrument Driver
This application note describes the use of IVI drivers in your test system to determine when IVI is the right choice
Application Note 2008-11-14 |
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Using LAN in Test Systems - Network Configuration (AN 1465-10) - Application Note
The decision to use LAN in a test system delivers important benefits to your company and your team.
From a business perspective, intense competition among equipment vendors has produced a wide selection of high quality, low-cost solutions for local area networking
Application Note 2004-09-14 |
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Using LAN in Test Systems - The Basics (AN 1465-9) - Application Note
The basic purpose of any test system is to characterize and validate the performance of electronic components, assemblies or products. The complexity of this task depends on variables such as the physical nature of the device under test (DUT), the number of tests to be performed, the number of signals to be measured and the desired time per test.
Application Note 2004-07-29 |
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Using LAN in Test Systems: Applications (1465-14) - Application Note and Example Programs
Topics include balancing cost,
convenience and security in three
common LAN scenarios: sharing
instruments, remote monitoring and
data acquisition, and functional test
systems. Includes downloadable example programs.
Application Note 2005-04-01 |
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Using Lead-Free PCB Finishes at Manufacturing In-circuit Test Stage
The purpose of this document is to share experiences and educate engineers regarding different PCB surface finishes and the specific changes required in the PCB build process to allow for ICT.
Application Note 2004-08-08 |
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Using Linux in Your Test Systems: Linux Basics (AN 1465-27)
If you haven’t used Linux in test applications, this document will provide a detailed overview. Topics include: A brief Linux history, why use Linux, free tools available for application development and an instrument control overview.
Application Note 2007-05-08 |
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Using Linux To Control LXI Instruments Through TCP (AN 1465-29)
TCP is one of two alternative protocols used by most LAN-based instruments. It is the more elegant from a programming standpoint. This application note explains how instrument control works through TCP.
Application Note 2007-06-13 |
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Using Linux to Control LXI Instruments Through VXI-11 (AN 1465-28)
VXI-11 is one of two alternative protocols used by most LAN-based instruments. It is based on RPC (Remote Procedure Calls). This application note explains how VXI-11 works and discusses a number of programming examples.
Application Note 2007-07-08 |
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Using Linux to Control USB Instruments (AN 1465-30)
Agilent’s USB instruments are compatible with USBTMC, a vendor-independent device class for test and measurement resources. This application note explains how USBTMC works and how you can use the generic services to control your USB instruments.
Application Note 2007-11-07 |
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Using LXI to Boost Throughput in Semiconductor Manufacturing
This document is a case study that discusses the successful customer implementation of an Agilent LXI solution for a multinational semiconductor manufacturer
Application Note 2007-04-25 |
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Using LXI to go beyond GPIB, PXI and VXI (AN 1465-20)
This application note focuses on the key attributes of the LXI standard, the major challenges in system development, the ways in which LXI addresses the key challenges, and the new possibilities in testing enabled by LXI devices.
Application Note 2006-01-17 |
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Using NDFCOL.EXE, the NDF "Line Up the Columns" Utility
NDFCOL.EXE is a handy little utility that will form neat columns of data in NDF files.
Application Note 2002-06-06 |
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Using Pop-up Windows
There are occasions where the use of a pop-up window would be advantageous while testing boards on the Agilent 3070. This article is meant to highlight one method that can be used to obtain that end.
Application Note 1996-01-01 |
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Using SCPI and Direct I/O vs. Drivers (AN 1465-13) - Application Note
Using SCPI and Direct I/O vs. Drivers,
the fifth note in the series, outlines
the relationship between input/output (I/O) software, application software and the ability to maximize instrument interchange and software reuse in present and future systems
Application Note 2004-12-13 |
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Using Synthetic Instruments in Your Test System (AN 1465-24)
This note represents a brief history of SI, compares a rack-and-stack system to an SI-based system, descibes the initial applications of SIs, and illustrates the emulation of conventional instruments with SIs.
Application Note 2006-08-28 |
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Using the VISA COM I/O API in .NET - Application Note
The Microsoft .NET architecture has many features that make it an excellent environment for
Test & Measurement programmers. VISA COM
I/O is an update of the older VISA C API to work in and with COM technology.
Application Note 2007-03-16 |
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