Preparing For Use; Front Panel Tour; Utility Keys - R&S SMB100A Operating Manual

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R&S SMB100A

2 Preparing for Use

The following topics help you to get familiar with the instrument and perform the first
steps:
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Front Panel Tour

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Rear Panel Tour
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Putting into Operation
This section explains the control elements and connectors of the Signal Generator
R&S SMB with the aid of the front and rear views and describes how to put the instru-
ment into operation. It also describes the connection of peripherals such as printer,
keyboard or mouse. Specifications of interfaces can be found in the data sheet.
The
the generator functions and introduces the operating concept. Detailed operating
instructions and an overview of menus follow in
on page 64.
For all reference information concerning manual and remote control of the instrument,
refer to the online help system or its printed/printable version. A more detailed descrip-
tion of the hardware connectors and interfaces is also part of the help system.
2.1 Front Panel Tour
The front panel of the R&S SMB consists of the VGA display, some utility keys (left
side) and the hardkey area with connectors and control interfaces (right side). The sub-
sequent sections provide brief explanations on the controls and connectors, the hard-
key area and the front panel.
Figure 2-1: Front panel view

2.1.1 Utility Keys

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Chapter 3, "Getting Started", on page 54 of this manual provides an overview of
Chapter 4, "Manual
Preparing for Use
Front Panel Tour
Operation",
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