:TRIGger:FORCe

Command Syntax

:TRIGger:FORCe

Description

This command causes a trigger (on anything) and displays the acquisition.

This key is useful in the TRIGgered trigger sweep mode (see :TRIGger:SWEep) where acquisitions are made only when the trigger condition is met. In this mode, if no triggers are occurring (that is, the "Trig'd?" indicator is displayed), you can send this command to force a trigger and see what the input signals look like.

In the AUTO trigger sweep mode, when the trigger condition does not occur within a certain period of time, triggers are forced and the "Auto?" indicator is displayed.

This command is the same as pressing the oscilloscope's front panel Force key.