How To Use This Manual - Ametek 7280 Instruction Manual

Introduction

1.1 How to Use This Manual

This manual gives detailed instructions for setting up and operating the
SIGNAL RECOVERY Model 7280 Digital Signal Processing (DSP) dual phase,
wide bandwidth, lock-in amplifier. It is split into the following chapters:-
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Provides an introduction to the manual, briefly describes what a lock-in amplifier is
and the types of measurements it may be used for, and lists the major specifications
of the model 7280.
Chapter 2 - Installation and Initial Checks
Describes how to install the instrument and gives a simple test procedure which may
be used to check that the unit has arrived in full working order.
Chapter 3 - Technical Description
Provides an outline description of the design of the instrument and discusses the
effect of the various controls. A good understanding of the design will enable the
user to get the best possible performance from the unit.
Chapter 4 - Front and Rear Panels
Describes the instrument's connectors, controls and indicators as referred to in the
subsequent chapters.
Chapter 5 - Front Panel Operation
Describes the capabilities of the instrument when used as a manually operated unit,
and shows how to operate it using the front panel controls.
Chapter 6 - Computer Operation
This chapter provides detailed information on operating the instrument from a
computer over either the GPIB (IEEE-488) or RS232 interfaces. It includes
information on how to establish communications, the functions available, the
command syntax and a detailed command listing.
Appendix A
Gives the detailed specifications of the unit.
Appendix B
Details the pinouts of the multi-way connectors on the rear panel.
Appendix C
Lists three simple terminal programs which may be used as the basis for more
complex user-written programs.
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