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ii Notice The material in this document is provided “as is,” and is subject to change without notice in future editions. Further, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Agilent disclaims all warranties, either express or implied with regard to this manual and to any of the Agilent produc...
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Contents iii 1. Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Instrument Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Contents iv 4. Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Statement of Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 ...
Page 5 - Safety Information; Instrument Markings
1 1 Safety Information Instrument Markings The following markings are used on the signal generator. Familiarize yourself with each marking and its meaning before operating the signal generator. The instruction manual symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to...
Page 6 - Chapter 1; General Safety Considerations; WARNING
2 Chapter 1 Safety Information Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings, Cautions, and Notes The following safety notations are used throughout this manual. Familiarize yourself with each notation and its meaning before operating the signal generator. WARNING Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attenti...
Page 7 - Getting Started
Page 8 - Chapter 2; Checking the Shipment; NOTE; Adapters Shipped by Option
4 Chapter 2 Getting Started Checking the Shipment Checking the Shipment 1. Inspect the shipping container for damage. Signs of damage may include a dented or torn shipping container or cushioning material that shows signs of unusual stress or compacting. 2. Carefully remove the contents from the shi...
Page 9 - Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements; Environment; CAUTION; CAUTION
Chapter 2 5 Getting Started Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements Environment The signal generator is designed for use in the following environmental conditions: • indoor use • < 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) altitude • 0 to 55 ° C temper...
Page 10 - Line Settings; Connecting the AC Power Cord
6 Chapter 2 Getting Started Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements Line Settings The signal generator has an autoranging line voltage input. The available ac power source must meet the following conditions: Voltage: 100/115 volts nominal (90-132 volts)230/240 volts nominal (198-254 volts)...
Page 11 - AC Power Cord Localization
Chapter 2 7 Getting Started Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements AC Power Cord Localization The ac power cord included with the signal generator is appropriate to its geographic location. However, you can order additional ac power cords for use in different areas. The following table li...
Page 12 - Configuring the Display; Contrast and Brightness
8 Chapter 2 Getting Started Configuring the Display Configuring the Display You can adjust the LCD display using features such as contrast, brightness, screen saver mode, and the screen saver delay. You can also toggle features such as inverse video, display updating in remote mode, and the screen s...
Page 13 - Updating the Display During Remote Operation
Chapter 2 9 Getting Started Configuring the Display input to the front panel. The display light turns on again when any front panel key is pressed or when a remote command is sent. The screen saver is set to off at the factory. Press Utility > Display > Screen Saver Mode . This toggles the scr...
Page 14 - Configuring for Remote Control; GPIB Interface Configuration; LAN Interface Configuration
10 Chapter 2 Getting Started Configuring for Remote Control Configuring for Remote Control GPIB Interface Configuration 1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > GPIB Address . 2. Use the numeric keypad to set the desired address and press Enter . The arrow keys or the front panel knob can be used ...
Page 15 - DHCP Configuration
Chapter 2 11 Getting Started Configuring for Remote Control 6. Press IP Address and enter a desired address. Use the left and right arrow keys to move the cursor. Use the up and down arrow keys, front panel knob, or numeric keypad to enter an IP address. To erase the current IP address, press the Cl...
Page 16 - RS-232 Interface Configuration
12 Chapter 2 Getting Started Configuring for Remote Control RS-232 Interface Configuration 1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > RS-232 Setup . 2. Press RS-232 Baud Rate . 3. Press the desired baud rate softkey. 4. Press RS-232 Echo Off On . This toggles the state of the SCPI echoing on the RS-...
Page 17 - Ordering Accessories; Front Handles and Rack Mount Flanges
Chapter 2 13 Getting Started Ordering Accessories Ordering Accessories The following accessories can be ordered when a signal generator is purchased, or at any time afterward. To order accessories, refer to “Contacting Agilent Sales and Service Offices” on page 16 . Front Handles and Rack Mount Flan...
Page 19 - Proper Usage and Cleaning; Cleaning Suggestions
Chapter 2 15 Getting Started Proper Usage and Cleaning Proper Usage and Cleaning The signal generator cover protects against physical contact with internal assemblies that contain hazardous voltages, but does not protect against the entrance of water. To avoid damage and personal injury, ensure that...
Page 20 - Contacting Agilent Sales and Service Offices
16 Chapter 2 Getting Started Contacting Agilent Sales and Service Offices Contacting Agilent Sales and Service Offices Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Agilent office are available on the Internet at:http://www.agilent.com/find/assist You can also purcha...
Page 21 - Returning a Signal Generator to Agilent Technologies
Chapter 2 17 Getting Started Returning a Signal Generator to Agilent Technologies Returning a Signal Generator to Agilent Technologies To return your signal generator to Agilent Technologies for servicing, follow these steps: 1. Gather as much information as possible regarding the signal generator’s...
Page 23 - Operation Verification
19 3 Operation Verification Operation verification is a series of tests that, when completed, will either ensure that the signal generator is operating correctly, or will assist in pointing to the problem area. Operation verification does not ensure performance to specifications, but should provide ...
Page 24 - Chapter 3; Performing a Self-Test
20 Chapter 3 Operation Verification Performing a Self-Test Performing a Self-Test The self-test is a series of internal tests that checks different signal generator functions. If this test fails, refer to “Self-Test Failure” on page 21 for further instructions. Perform the following procedure to run...
Page 26 - Checking the Maximum Leveled Power; Maximum Leveled Power Check Failure
22 Chapter 3 Operation Verification Checking the Maximum Leveled Power Checking the Maximum Leveled Power Perform the following procedure to check the maximum leveled power: 1. Press Preset . 2. Attach a 50 Ω load to the RF OUTPUT. A power sensor, attenuator, or 50 Ω termination is an example of a 5...
Page 27 - Frequency and Power Level Limits
Chapter 3 23 Operation Verification Checking the Maximum Leveled Power 3. Ensure that the RF OUTPUT connector is connected to a 50 Ω load. 4. Ensure that the power level entered corresponds to the value listed in Table 3-1 . 5. Refer to Table 3-2 for the recommended equipment and measure the output ...
Page 29 - Checking the Output Power
Chapter 3 25 Operation Verification Checking the Output Power Checking the Output Power This test verifies the CW output power from the signal generator. If this test fails, refer to “Problems with Output Power” on page 32 for further instructions. Table 3-2 shows the recommended equipment for use w...
Page 36 - Problems with Output Power
32 Chapter 3 Operation Verification Checking the Output Power Problems with Output Power If a problem occurs when verifying output power levels, perform the following procedure: 1. Verify the power sensor being used in this test is the appropriate sensor. 2. Verify the power sensor calibration facto...
Page 37 - Regulatory Information
Page 38 - Chapter 4; Statement of Compliance; Certification; German Noise Requirements
34 Chapter 4 Regulatory Information Statement of Compliance Statement of Compliance This product has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC Publication 61010, Safety Requirements for Electronic Measuring Apparatus, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The instruction documentation con...
Page 39 - Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements
Chapter 4 35 Regulatory Information Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements This is to declare that this ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. (Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB du Canada.)
Page 41 - Index
Index 37 Index A AC power cord, 6 , 7 AC symbol, 1 accessories, 13 address, GPIBaltitude requirements, 5 assistance, 34 Australian Communications Authority (C-tick) mark, 1 B brightness adjustment, 8 C Canadian EMC requirements, 35 Canadian Standards Association (CSA) mark, 1 CE mark, 1 cleaning, 15...
