Automated test system and method for device having circuit and ground connections

摘要

An automated test system for testing a device having a circuit connection and a ground connection includes a processor, a test apparatus, and a discharge circuit. The processor is operable to generate a control signal that includes a set of test parameters, and is further operable to generate a discharge control signal upon completion of a test. The test apparatus includes a first connection operable to be connected to the circuit connection of the device and a second connection operable to be connected to the ground connection of the device. The test apparatus is also operably connected to receive the control signal including the set of test parameters from the processor. The test apparatus is operable to perform a first test based on the set of test parameters. The discharge circuit is external to the test apparatus and is coupled to the processor. The discharge circuit is operable to be coupled to the ground connection and the circuit connection of the device. The discharge circuit is operable to provide a discharge path between the ground connection and the circuit connection upon receipt of the discharge control signal from the processor.