Getting Ready; Serial Number; Firmware Revision - Stanford Research Systems DS360 Operating Manual And Programming Reference

Getting Ready

Parameters are set in the DS360 using the front panel keypad or the spin knob. Most parameters can be set
directly from the keypad, although it is often more convenient to use the spin knob. Keys are referenced
by brackets like this [KEY].
Keypad
Use the up and down arrow keys [∧], [∨] to change between functions. To set a parameter, press
the the key with the desired parameter on it, ([FREQ] for example, to set the frequency). The
current value will be displayed. Most major parameters are labeled on the key itself; minor
parameters are labeled above the key in grey. To display these values first press the [SHIFT] key,
then the desired key ([SHIFT] [TRIG SRC] to set the trigger source). To change the value, press
the appropriate numeric keys, followed by the correct units key. If the value has no particular
units, any of the entry keys may be used. If an error is made, press the [CLR] key to return to the
current value. If the value entered is outside the allowable limits the DS360 will beep and display
an error message.
Knob
The spin knob can be used to modify most parameters. Display the current value as discribed for
the keypad and turn the knob to increment or decrement the parameter. The decade that is being
incremented (or decremented) will flash. To change the decade that is being modified, use the left
and right cursor keys [< ], [ >].
Reset
Throughout this section, it will be necessary to reset the DS360 into a known state. To do this,
turn the power off, wait briefly and turn the power back on while holding down the [CLR] key.
The unit will perform its power-on self-tests and then assume the default settings. Each test
generally starts with a reset.

Serial Number

If you need to contact Stanford Research Systems, please have the serial number of your unit
available. The serial number is printed on a label affixed to the rear panel. It also appears on the
display when the unit is first powered on.

Firmware Revision.

The firmware revision code is displayed on the screen when the unit is first powered on.
Necessary Equipment
The following equipment is necessary to complete the tests. The suggested equipment or its
equivalent may be used.
Performance Tests
DS360 Ultra Low Distortion Function Generator
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