The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 2610 is a microprocessor-controlled True RMS voltmeter engineered for precision AC and DC voltage measurements across 5 Hz to 25 MHz. It employs closed-loop thermal conversion to accurately measure signals of any waveform complexity, delivering measurement flexibility across seven voltage ranges from 2 mV to 700 V full scale.
Technical Specifications
Measurement Range and Accuracy:
• Frequency range: 5 Hz to 25 MHz for AC voltage
• Voltage ranges: 2 mV to 700 V full scale (seven ranges)
• Accuracy: ±(0.7% of reading + 18 counts) to ±(0.5% of reading + 6 counts) depending on range and frequency
• Display resolution: 0.05% of range (2 mV–200 V), 0.14% of range (700 V)
• DC voltage measurement supported
• dBV and dBm measurements available with user-configurable impedance reference (default 50 Ω)
• Decibel mode: 130 dB range with 4-digit display
Operating Characteristics:
• Low-frequency damping required below 45 Hz
• 2 mV range: AC coupling only
• Autoranging: Available with threshold at 2200 counts (increase) and 180 counts (decrease)
• Manual range selection supported
• 30-second recovery time recommended after signals exceeding 2200 counts
• Maximum frequency limitation: 1 × 10⁸ Hz on any range
– Key Features
• Microprocessor-based design with high input impedance
• AC/DC coupling with user-definable offset voltage for relative measurements
• Optional GPIB interface for remote programming and control
• Optional battery supply unit for field operation or external DC supply
• BNC isolated input connector
• Power consumption: Approximately 15 VA
• Compact, portable construction
• Supply protection: Dual-wire fuses; external supply fuse ≤ 6 A recommended
– Typical Applications
Signal measurement across audio, RF, and baseband frequencies; AC/DC voltage characterization; impedance-referenced power measurements in 50 Ω systems; automated test with GPIB control.
– Compatibility & Integration
Optional GPIB interface enables integration into automated measurement systems. Battery operation option supports portable field measurements.
