How to Measure Circuit Output with SRS830 Lock-in Amplifier Using Labview?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around measuring the output of a circuit using a SRS830 lock-in amplifier in conjunction with Labview. Participants are exploring the setup process and the creation of a .vi file for this purpose.

Discussion Character

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  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks assistance on how to measure circuit output using a SRS830 lock-in amplifier with Labview, indicating a lack of resources found online.
  • Another participant suggests checking if Labview drivers from SRS have been downloaded, mentioning that the drivers include examples.
  • A participant clarifies that the issue is not with the drivers but rather with setting up the measurement and creating a .vi file.
  • One participant questions whether the original poster can run the example files provided with the driver, emphasizing the ease of programming the SRS830.
  • There is a query regarding the original poster's familiarity with controlling other instruments from Labview, implying a need for clarity on the specific nature of the problem.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the specific nature of the original poster's issue, with some focusing on driver-related concerns while others emphasize the setup and programming aspects.

Contextual Notes

There is uncertainty regarding the original poster's experience with Labview and instrument control, which may affect the clarity of the discussion.

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Hi to all,
For a project I need to measure output (as Volts) of a circuit. I want to do this with a SRS830 lock-in by using Labview application. Google search gave me nothing. If anyone knows how to set this up, please help. Thanks
 
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I am not sure what you are asking. Have you downloaded the Labview drivers from SRS?
Btw, the address is -for some unknown reason- www.thinksrs.com
The drivers include some examples.

The 830 is easy to program so you shouldn't run into any major problems.
 
Problem isn't drivers. I have the necessary drivers. The problem is how I can make a setup and make a .vi file.
 
I still don't understand what the problem is.
Are you able to run the examples that came with the driver? The 830 is -I wrote above- a "well behaved" instrument so controlling it is fairly easy.

Do you know how to control other instruments from Labview (I am assuming you are using GPIB to connect the computer to the 830)?

I am basically trying to understand if you are having problems communicating with/controlling the 830, or if you don't know how to use Labview.
 

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