SDM Dual Measurement Display Updated Text Size
February 1, 2021
The SIGLENT SDM3000 series of multimeters feature a dual measurement display that can show two measured values at the same time. The dual-display size was optimized in the following firmware revisions: Model | Version | Date SDM3045X 5.01.01.05 04/23/2019 SDM3055 1.01.01.20R1 05/31/2019 SDM3065X 3.01.01.0701/18/2020
SDM measurement categories
January 13, 2021
The voltage categories of SDM3045X, SDM3055, and SDM3065X DMMs is CATI 1000V and CATII 300V. The indication is located on the front panel label:
Can EasyDMM support multiple instrument connections?
September 10, 2019
Yes. EasyDMM can support multiple instruments, but it can only actively measure on one instrument at-a-time. Simply add instruments using the Add Instruments interface. Here, we show 3 active SDMs connected via LAN: NOTE: Mode must be switched to Measure or Scan before data can be collected on the selected instrument.
EasyDMM First Use
August 27, 2019
SIGLENTs EasyDMM software provides easy instrument control and data collection. In this note, we will show how to configure EasyDMM for the first time. Download and install EasyDMM. You can find the download instructions and files here: DMM Software 2. Connect the SDM to the controlling computer or network. The SDMs have USB and LAN connections. … Continued
SDM Power On Last Settings
August 8, 2019
The SIGLENT SDM series of multimeters has a Power On Last function that recalls the last instrument configuration settings used previous to a power cycle. For example, if you have the meter in ACV mode with fixed range, and power cycle the instrument, it will power on in ACV mode with fixed range. The instrument … Continued
Currently supported instruments for use with the SIGLENT USB-GPIB adapter
August 8, 2019
The SIGLENT USB-GPIB adaptor currently works with the following SIGLENT instruments: Multimeters – SDM3065X/SDM3065X-SC SDM3055/SDM3055-SC SDM3045X Function/Arbitrary waveform generators – SDG6000X Series SDG5000 Series SDG2000X Series SDG1000X Series SDG1000 Series RF Generators – SSG3000X/-IQE Series SSG5000X/-V Series Spectrum & vector network analyzers – SSA3000X Series SSA3000X Plus Series SVA1000X Series Oscilloscopes … Continued
USB host connector power limits for instrumentation
June 14, 2019
SIGLENT instruments with USB ports can supply 500mA steady current at 5 V.
Where do I find environmental, EMC, and other compliance information for your products?
January 10, 2019
Information regarding product compliance is available on the datasheet for each product. Contact your local Siglent office for more details if you have trouble finding what you need. You can also write support@siglentna.com
Are your instruments FCC compliant?
December 14, 2018
Test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC emissions limits per CFR 47, Part 15, para 15.103(c): https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2002-title47-vol1/pdf/CFR-2002-title47-vol1-sec15-103.pdf Specifically: “(c) A digital device used exclusively as industrial, commercial, or medical test equipment.”
SDM ranging in current measurement modes
December 12, 2018
The SDM series of multimeters have autorange capabilities that allow the meter to automatically select the range appropriate for a given input signal level. To prevent damage to the meter, current (ACI and DCI measurement modes) ranges will be automatically up-ranged if the input signal exceeds the maximum value for the selected manual range. In … Continued