Performance Tests; Introduction; Equipment Required; Performance Test Record - HP 37718A Installation And Verification Manual

Performance Tests

3 Performance Tests

Introduction

The procedures given in this Section, test the HP37718A/19A
performance using the Specifications listed in Section 1, General
Information, as performance standards. Tests are intended to be
performed in the recommended order for a full instrument calibration
check. Tests can be run individually, however it will be assumed that any
preceding test would meet specifications.

Equipment Required

Equipment required for the Performance Tests is listed in Chapter 1,
General Information. Any equipment which meets or exceeds the critical
specification of the equipment listed, may be substituted.

Performance Test Record

The results of the Performance Tests may be recorded on the Test Record
at the end of this Section. The Performance Test Record lists all the
tested specifications and the acceptable limits. The results recorded at
incoming inspection may be used for comparison during periodic
maintenance, troubleshooting or after repair or adjustment.

Calibration Cycle

This instrument requires periodic verification of performance.
Depending on use and environmental conditions, the instrument should
be checked approximately once every 2 years, using these Performance
Tests.

Recall Default Settings

The Performance Tests require the HP37718A/19A to be set to a pre-
defined (default) state at the beginning of each test. The pre-defined
default settings are listed in Appendix A.
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