Knowledge Base DM3000 Series

How do I convert Anysensor (*.xsda) DMM Data to CSV?

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
The attached software and instructions can be used to convert Anysensor (*xsda) data to CSV. Software has been tested on Win XP, Win 7 32 and 64 bit Operating Systems. Download it from here....

DMM RS-232 Communication

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
RIGOL DMMs require a Null Modem Cable connection.Each line should terminate in a carriage return followed by a line feed ("/r/n")These settings should enable you to connect to the DMM in Serial mode....

How do I find the serial number and firmware revision of my DM3058 or DM3068?

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
Here are the steps for determining the serial number and firmware revision of your DM3000 series of DMM. 1. Press the Utility button2. Press the T/C softkey3. Press the Info softkeyNOTE: You can use the Range Up and Down arrows to move through ...

How do I view the full version information for the DM3068?

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
Follow the steps below:1. Press 'Utility'2. Select 'T/C'3. Hold the fifth key for 3s to show the ex version4. Hold the same key for 3s to hide the ex version...

DM3068 LabVIEW example code for maximum data rate

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
The DM3068 is capable of a reading rate of 2000 readings/sec when controlled via USB, Ethernet, or serial bus. This article provides the sequence of commands to enable DCV measurements at the fastest rate. The LabVIEW 2010 VI ...

DM3068 LabVIEW 2010 example of basic function measurements

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
We created DM3068Basic.VI to allow users  to remotely program Rigol DM3068 Digital Multimeters. It is built using LabVIEW 2010 and utilizes National Instruments VISA for communication over USB.The program allows users to select from a number of basic instrument functions, like DC Volts, AC Current, and resistance. It also allows the user to define a number...

UltraView Data Trend

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
Data Trend will not initialize with the default folder selected:C:\Program Files (x86)\RIGOL\Ultra Sigma\Changing the folder will fix this issue. For example changing the folder to "D:\Rigol" will allow D...

External USB Data Acquisition with the Rigol DM3068

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
1.    Insert USB stick (FAT32 format)  2.    Change the trigger source to single. This mode allows you manual control of the start of the data acquisition as well as allowing you to control the number of samples acquired.   Press TRIG...

Measuring Temperature with an RTD on a DM3068

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
These steps will allow you to use your Rigol DM3068 to take temperature measurements with and RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector). You will need to know the R0 of your RTD, which is the resistance at 0 degrees Celsius, and the Alpha value, which is the rate at which the resistance scales over temperature. Note: The pr...

Rigol PC Software Versions

Posted on: December 14th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
14/12/2020
The table below lists the versions of Rigol PC software applications that are currently available for download from this Rigol-UK website. To find a download for your instrument... Go to the webpage for your instrument > Click on the 'DOCUMENTS, SOFTWARE & VIDEOS' tab (beneath the images). The downloads will be found in the 'PC Software' section. ...

What about RIGOL battery and portable use? Can you run RIGOL Scopes and Spectrum Analysers from Battery or portable UPS Power Supplies?

Posted on: December 14th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
14/12/2020
Running the DSA815 from a battery (see also comment about other instruments) Although the size and weight of the DSA800's make it attractive for use in locations where there is no power, it suffers from the lack of an internal battery. A Google search uncovers a raft of battery backed up power supplies but the recommendation is that the DSA800's run from a supply that has a sine output. For thi...

USB stick / flash drive / memory sticks must fully compliant with USB2.0* standard compliant w/Win7 – Info on good sticks, esp. earlier models:

Posted on: December 14th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
14/12/2020
We have found many instruments to be fussy about USB sticks (more common on instruments of slightly longer-standing design). Like PictBridge standard, USB memory specs can be quite open to interpretation and may vary between manufacturers. Please try the following guidelines if you are having difficulty - it is especially important you can rely on the stick you have chosen, if you decide to do ...