Frequency Range And Accuracy Check; Connect The Test Equipment; Configure The Signal Generator; Configure The Frequency Counter - Agilent Technologies E4438C ESG Installation Manual

Frequency Range and Accuracy Check

The frequency range is tested by determining the frequency accuracy relative to the timebase at the
frequency limits of the signal generator.

Connect the Test Equipment

Figure 3-1

Configure the Signal Generator

1. Press .
Preset
2. Press . The MOD OFF annunciator is now displayed.
Mod On/Off
3. Press . Enter 0 using the numeric keypad and press the
Amplitude
4. Press . The RF ON annunciator is now displayed.
RF On/Off

Configure the Frequency Counter

1. Observe the display. Verify that the counter is frequency-locked to the 10 MHz external reference
(±1 Hz).
2. For frequencies < 150 MHz, use Channel 3. Press Freq Ratio until CH3: is displayed.
The input impedance of this channel is a persistent 50Ω.
Chapter 3
Frequency Range and Accuracy Equipment Setup
Operation Verification

Frequency Range and Accuracy Check

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