Entering And Changing Numbers; Decimal Values - HP 8920A User Manual

Entering and Changing Numbers

To Enter Numbers
Values for numeric entry fields can be entered and changed using various
methods, depending on your testing needs. The unit-of-measure for some of these
fields can also be changed (such as changing the RF Generator's
µ
units from dBm to V).
1. Position the cursor in front of the numeric entry field to be changed.
2. Use one of the following methods:
a. enter the number and unit-of-measure directly using the keypad,
or
b. press the Cursor Control knob or ENTER to highlight the field, and use the
knob,
or
c. use the down-arrow or the up-arrow keys to increment or decrement the present
value.

Decimal Values

Decimal values are used for most numeric entry fields, such as the
setting. The acceptable entries for decimal values are 0 through 9, ., +/-, and EEX.
The +/- key is used for entering negative numbers. For example; when entering
the RF Generator
Amplitude
−
47 dBm: +/- 4 7 dBm.
The EEX key can be used when entering exponential notation. For example; to
×
3
enter 1.25 10 kHz you could use the sequence: 1 . 2 5 EEX 3 kHz.
Entering and Changing Numbers
you can enter this sequence to set the value to
Chapter 3, Operating Overview
Amplitude
RF Gen Freq
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