Step 13. Calibrate The Modules - Agilent Technologies 86100C Quick Start Manual

• Instrument power has been cycled
• A module has been removed and then reinserted
• A change in the temperature of the mainframe exceeds 5°C compared to the
• The time since the last calibration has exceeded 10 hours
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1 Click Calibrate > All Calibrations.
2 Click the Modules tab.

Step 13. Calibrate the modules

This is the last step required for installing the 86100C and preparing it for use.
Additional procedures in this section are provided, if needed. To learn about
using your 86100C, be sure to read Chapter 2, "Using the 86100C" and the
instrument's built-in Help system.
A module calibration establishes calibration factors for all installed modules.
The calibration factors compensate for imperfections in the measurement sys-
tem (for example, variations due to ambient temperature), resulting in the
best instrument precision. It is recommended that you perform this calibration
routinely for best measurement accuracy.
The module calibration is recommended whenever the following occurs:
temperature of the last vertical (amplitude) calibration (ΔT > 5°C)
Refer to the Help for more information about instrument calibrations.
Allow the instrument, with modules installed, to warm up for a period of at least
one hour before performing a vertical calibration. This ensures that the module
reaches its equilibrium temperature.
Electrical channel input circuits and the trigger input circuit can be damaged by electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Therefore, avoid applying static discharges to the front-panel input
connectors. Prior to connecting any coaxial cable to the connectors, momentarily short the
center and outer conductors of the cable together. Avoid touching the front-panel input
connectors without first touching the frame of the instrument. Be sure that the instrument is
properly earth-grounded to prevent buildup of static charge. Wear a wrist-strap or heel-strap.
To perform a module calibration
The All Calibrations dialog box opens. This dialog box allows you to view the
calibration status of modules and initiate the calibration.
Installing the 86100C
Step 13. Calibrate the modules
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