National Instruments VirtualBench Computer Accessories User Manual


 
Chapter 6 VirtualBench-DMM
Getting Started with VirtualBench 6-2
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Current AC—measures the AC component of a current
source.
Ohms—measures resistance.
Temperature—measures temperature.
Diode—measures the voltage drop across a diode.
Note: Diode mode is only available when you are using the DAQCard-4050.
Range Selector—determines the measurement range. This range is
different for each measurement mode. AutoRange mode selects the
best range to fit the input signal.
Main Control Buttons
Run—starts or stops the DMM acquisition.
Single—acquires a single measurement.
Log—enables logging.
Math Control Buttons
Null—selects Relative mode. When you select this button, all
subsequent measurements are made relative to the
measurement made when this button was pressed.
Max/Min—displays the maximum and minimum values since
the button was first pressed.
dB—displays the decibel value of your signal.
dBm—displays the decibel power level with respect to
one mW.
mX+B—manipulates normal display readings (X) according
to the calculation mX+B.
%—displays the current value as a percentage of a reference.
Note: Please refer to the VirtualBench-DMM Online Help for additional help on
the front panel items.
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