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Summarization of Contents
About this manual
Intended audience
Describes the target users of the manual for AM/FM Signal Generators.
Structure
Outlines the organization of the manual, detailing chapters and annexes.
Document conventions
Explains the typographical conventions used throughout the manual.
Associated publications
Lists related documents for maintenance and service.
Preface
Patent protection
Lists patents protecting the signal generators.
Precautions
Hazard symbols
Explains the meaning of hazard symbols used in the documentation and on the equipment.
General conditions of use
Details environmental and operational conditions for safe and proper use.
Electrical hazards (AC supply voltage)
Highlights risks associated with AC power supply and grounding.
Fuses
Notes on internal supply fuse and potential hazards.
Fire hazard
Warns about fire risks related to fuse replacement and usage.
Toxic hazards
Warns about toxic fumes from materials during incineration.
Beryllia
Addresses hazards associated with Beryllia (beryllium oxide) components.
Beryllium copper
Details precautions for handling and disposal of Beryllium copper components.
Static sensitive components
Advises on handling static sensitive components to prevent damage.
Suitability for use
Defines the intended use and limitations of the equipment.
Symboles signalant un risque
Explains hazard symbols and required actions.
Conditions générales d’utilisation
Details general conditions for operating the equipment.
Sécurité électrique (tension d’alimentation alternative)
Highlights electrical safety measures for AC power supply.
Risque lie au feu
Warns about fire hazards associated with fuse replacement.
Danger produits toxiques
Warns about toxic fumes from materials during incineration.
Le Beryllia
Addresses hazards of Beryllia components and proper disposal.
Bronze au béryllium
Details precautions for handling and disposal of Beryllium copper.
Position inclinée
Advises against stacking equipment when tilted for stability.
Utilisation
Defines the intended use and limitations of the equipment.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction
Provides an overview of the signal generators and their capabilities.
Main features
Highlights key features and operational aspects of the generators.
Operation
Describes how to operate the instrument using its controls and menus.
Display
Details the dot matrix display, contrast adjustment, and graphical tests.
Frequency selection
Explains how to select carrier frequencies via keyboard or interfaces.
Output
Describes RF output specifications, including level, protection, and offsets.
Calibration
Recommends a calibration interval and return for recalibration.
Modulation
Details available modulation types: AM, FM, PM, Pulse, FSK.
Incrementing
Explains parameter increment/decrement using keyboard or rotary control.
Frequency sweep
Describes sweep capabilities for system testing.
SINAD measurement (Option 12)
Details the SINAD measurement function and its capabilities.
Memory
Explains instrument settings storage in non-volatile and volatile memory.
Programming
Covers GPIB and RS-232 interfaces for remote control and cloning.
Calibration data
Describes digital alignment and realignment procedures.
Performance data
Provides detailed technical specifications for various parameters.
Versions, options and accessories
Lists product versions, available options, and accessories.
Spectral purity
Details SSB phase noise, harmonics, and non-harmonics performance.
Frequency modulation (and FSK)
Specifies FM deviation, bandwidth, group delay, accuracy, and distortion.
FSK
Describes FSK modes, data sources, frequency shift, accuracy, and jitter.
Phase modulation
Details phase modulation range, resolution, accuracy, and distortion.
Amplitude modulation
Specifies AM range, resolution, accuracy, bandwidth, and distortion.
Memory sequencing
Explains creating sequences of stored instrument settings.
Memory protection
Describes how to prevent accidental changes to stored memories.
Internal pulse generator (Option 9)
Details Option 9 for internal pulse generation.
Remote control
Covers GPIB and RS-232 interfaces for remote operation.
Electromagnetic compatibility
States compliance with EMC directives and standards.
Safety
Confirms compliance with EEC safety directives and standards.
Rated range of use (over which full specification is met)
Specifies operating conditions for meeting full performance requirements.
Conditions of storage and transport
Provides environmental conditions for storage and transport.
Power requirements
Details AC power supply voltage and frequency requirements.
Calibration interval
States the recommended two-year calibration interval.
Dimensions and weight (over projections but excluding front panel handles)
Provides physical dimensions and weight of the instrument.
Options
Lists available options and their specifications.
Option 1: No attenuator
Details Option 1, which omits the internal step attenuator.
Option 2: DC operation
Describes Option 2 for DC power source operation.
Option 3: High power
Details Option 3, increasing RF output power.
Option 4: High stability frequency standard
Describes Option 4, replacing TCXO with OCXO for stability.
Option 5: Rear panel connectors
Details Option 5, relocating connectors to the rear panel.
Option 7: See Annex A.
Refers to Annex A for details on Option 7.
Option 9: Internal pulse generator
Details Option 9 for internal pulse generation.
Option 11: See Annex B.
Refers to Annex B for details on Option 11.
Option 12: SINAD measurement
Details Option 12 for SINAD measurement.
EC Declaration of Conformity
States product conformity with EC directives and applied standards.
INSTALLATION
Initial visual inspection
Inspects the instrument and packaging for signs of damage.
Installation requirements
Details requirements for mounting and ventilation.
Power cords
Describes Class I power cords and general connection requirements.
Goods-in checks
Verifies basic instrument functionality after receipt.
Instrument operating position
Specifies the correct operating position for stability and ventilation.
AC operation
Covers connecting to AC supply, fuses, and disconnecting devices.
DC operation (Option 2)
Details connecting to DC supply, fuses, and cable for Option 2.
General purpose interface bus (GPIB)
Explains GPIB interface for remote control and memory cloning.
IEEE to IEC conversion
Describes the optional IEEE to IEC adapter for interfacing.
Interface bus connection
Details cable connections and system length restrictions for interface buses.
RS-232 interface
Covers RS-232 interface for remote control and cloning.
Rack mounting
Explains how to mount the instrument in a standard 19-inch rack.
Routine maintenance
Covers safety testing, inspection, and recommended maintenance procedures.
Cleaning
Provides instructions for cleaning the instrument exterior and LCD window.
Putting into storage
Details conditions for storing the instrument.
Software driver and soft front panel
Guides on downloading and installing drivers for instrument control.
Operation
Explains how to change instrument settings via the keyboard.
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
Introduction
Provides an overview of instrument operation for experienced users.
Main screen operation
Describes interaction with the main screen and function keys.
Utility menu operation
Explains navigation and usage of the instrument's utility menus.
Memory operation
Details saving and recalling instrument settings using memory stores.
LOCAL OPERATION
Introduction
Overview of operations via front-panel keyboard and utility menus.
Front-panel controls and connectors
Describes front-panel keys, numerical keypad, and rotary control.
Rear-panel connectors
Details the rear-panel connectors for various functions.
FIRST-TIME USE
Guides new users through initial setup and basic operations.
DETAILED OPERATION
Provides in-depth instructions for operating specific functions.
MEMORY
Explains memory storage, recall, and management functions.
Frequency standard selection
Covers selection of internal or external 10 MHz standards.
50 Ω/75 Ω impedance selection
Details selecting impedance for 75 Ω adapter operation.
RF level limit
Allows setting a maximum output power limit to protect devices.
RF level offsets
Explains offsetting RF output level for cable losses or standardization.
DCFM nulling
Describes using DCFM nulling to reduce frequency offsets in DC-coupled FM.
Keyboard locking and display blanking
Features for locking the keyboard and blanking the display.
Protection locking and unlocking
Covers instrument protection levels and password management.
ERROR MESSAGES
Details error handling, message types, and priority.
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS
Keyboard
Describes the color-coded front-panel keyboard and key functions.
Rear-panel connectors
Details the rear-panel connectors and their functions.
REMOTE OPERATION
Preparing the instrument for remote operation
Covers remote control via RS-232 or GPIB and interface features.
RS-232 operation
Details RS-232 control port, handshaking, and control characters.
Setting RS-232 parameters
Guides on configuring RS-232 data bits, stop bits, baud rate, and parity.
GPIB operation
Explains GPIB interface for remote control and its capabilities.
Setting GPIB address
Describes how to set a unique GPIB address for the instrument.
Device listening elements
Lists IEEE 488.2 standard device listening elements used.
Device talking elements
Lists IEEE 488.2 standard device talking elements used.
Programming
Details program message structure, units, and compound headers.
Common commands and queries (IEEE 488.2)
Lists common SCPI commands for system functions.
Device-dependent commands
Explains device-specific mnemonics with examples.
Default settings
Specifies default instrument settings applied at power-up or reset.
Carrier frequency
Details commands for setting carrier frequency and sweep parameters.
RF level
Covers commands for setting RF output level, units, limits, and offsets.
Output control
Provides commands for controlling output state without changing settings.
Modulation mode
Details commands for setting modulation modes and combinations.
Modulation control
Covers commands to globally enable or disable modulation.
Frequency modulation (and FSK)
Details commands for FM deviation, source, and oscillator frequency.
Phase modulation
Explains commands for PM deviation, source, and oscillator frequency.
Amplitude modulation
Covers commands for AM depth, source, and oscillator frequency.
Pulse modulation
Details commands for controlling pulse modulation (ON/OFF, INT/EXT).
Pulse generation
Explains commands for pulse generator source, state, trigger, rate, width, and delay.
LF generator
Details commands for enabling the LF generator and setting frequency/level.
Memory − store
Describes commands for storing instrument settings in memory.
Memory − recall
Explains commands for recalling stored memory settings.
Memory − erase
Provides commands for erasing memory stores.
Memory − sequencing
Details commands for setting up and controlling memory sequences.
Memory − triggering
Explains commands for enabling memory recall triggering.
Memory − protection
Covers commands for protecting memory blocks from overwriting.
Sweep operation
Details commands for enabling and configuring sweep operations.
Sweep mode
Explains commands for setting sweep mode, type, and trigger.
Sweep control
Describes commands for controlling sweep execution (GO, HALT, CONT).
SINAD mode
Details commands for SINAD measurement setup and auto mode.
Miscellaneous commands
Covers various commands like ERROR?, GPIB, RPP, FSTD.
Status byte
Explains the status byte and its role in reporting instrument events.
Status data structure − register model
Illustrates the register model for status reporting.
Standard event registers
Defines bits and commands related to standard event registers.
Hardware event registers
Details bits and meanings for hardware-dependent event registers.
Coupling event registers
Explains bits and meanings for coupling event registers.
Instrument event registers
Details bits and meanings for instrument event registers.
Queue flag details
Explains queue status bits and data flow.
Status byte when read by *STB?
Describes reading the status byte using *STB? query.
Status byte when read by serial poll
Explains status byte reading via serial poll.
Summary of status reporting commands and queries
Lists status reporting commands and their query responses.
BRIEF TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Introduction
Overview of signal generators covering frequency range and output levels.
Modulation
Describes carrier modulation capabilities from internal/external sources.
Frequency generation
Explains frequency generation using VCO, synthesizer, and BFO.
Display
Details the high-definition dot matrix LCD display.
Control
Describes instrument control via function keys, microprocessor, and interfaces.
ACCEPTANCE TESTING
Introduction
Explains how to verify electrical performance against Chapter 1 data.
Test precautions
Lists precautions to ensure measurement accuracy and minimize errors.
Recommended test equipment
Lists recommended equipment for acceptance testing.
TEST PROCEDURES
Provides tables for acceptance test results.
RF output
Specifies RF output level range and accuracy requirements.
RF level frequency response
Describes the test procedure for RF output frequency response.
ALC linearity
Details the test procedure for ALC linearity.
Attenuator accuracy
Confirms attenuator performance against specification.
Carrier frequency accuracy
Checks frequency locking circuitry and phase locked loops.
Spectral purity
Details harmonic, sub-harmonic, residual FM, phase noise, and RF leakage tests.
Internal FM
Specifies FM deviation, bandwidth, accuracy, and distortion.
FM deviation and distortion
Describes the test procedure for FM deviation and distortion.
FM scale shape
Details the test procedure for FM scale shape.
Carrier error
Describes the test procedure for carrier error measurement.
External FM frequency response (ALC off, DC coupled)
Covers test procedure for external FM response without ALC.
External FM frequency response (ALC on)
Details test procedure for external FM response with ALC.
Phase modulation
Specifies phase modulation range, accuracy, and distortion.
Phase modulation flatness
Describes the test procedure for phase modulation flatness.
Amplitude modulation
Specifies AM range, accuracy, bandwidth, and distortion.
AM depth and distortion
Details the test procedure for AM depth and distortion.
AM scale shape
Describes the test procedure for AM scale shape.
External AM frequency response (ALC off, DC coupled)
Covers test procedure for external AM response without ALC.
Pulse modulation (not Option 7 or 11)
Specifies pulse modulation range, level, accuracy, and ratios.
Pulse modulation RF level frequency response
Details the test procedure for pulse modulation RF level response.
Pulse modulation on/off ratio
Describes the test procedure for pulse modulation on/off ratio.
Pulse modulation rise and fall time
Details the test procedure for pulse modulation rise and fall time.
Modulation oscillator
Specifies modulation oscillator frequency range, resolution, and distortion.
Modulation oscillator frequencies
Describes the test procedure for modulation oscillator frequencies.
Modulation oscillator distortion and LF output flatness
Details the test procedure for modulation oscillator distortion.
Function generator
Specifies function generator level range, resolution, and accuracy.
Frequency response
Describes the test procedure for function generator frequency response.
Level accuracy
Details the test procedure for function generator level accuracy.
External frequency standard input
Specifies input levels and frequencies for external frequency standards.
TEST PROCEDURES FOR INSTRUMENTS FITTED WITH OPTION 3
Specific test procedures for instruments with Option 3 (high power).
RF output
Specifies RF output parameters for Option 3 instruments.
RF level frequency response
Details RF output frequency response tests for Option 3.
ALC linearity
Covers ALC linearity tests for Option 3 instruments.
Carrier harmonics
Specifies harmonic levels for Option 3 instruments.
TEST PROCEDURES FOR INSTRUMENTS FITTED WITH OPTION 12
Specific test procedures for instruments with Option 12 (SINAD).
SINAD
Specifies SINAD measurement resolution, range, and filters.
Measurement accuracy
Details the test procedure for SINAD measurement accuracy.
Annex A
General description
Describes Option 7 for fast pulse modulation capabilities.
Performance data
Provides specification superseding Chapter 7 for pulse modulation.
Controls and connectors
Details front and rear panel connectors for Option 7.
Operation
Explains how to select pulse modulation for Option 7.
Brief technical description
Shows block diagram replacing Chapter 6 for Option 7.
Acceptance testing
Lists acceptance tests superseding Chapter 7 for Option 7.
Pulse modulation
Specifies pulse modulation range, level accuracy, and ratios.
Annex B
General description
Describes Option 11 for fast pulse and high power output.
Performance data
Specifies RF output and pulse modulation parameters for Option 11.
Controls and connectors
Details front and rear panel connectors for Option 11.
Operation
Explains pulse modulation selection and remote operation for Option 11.
Brief technical description
Shows block diagram replacing Chapter 6 for Option 11.
Acceptance testing
Lists acceptance tests superseding Chapter 7 for Option 11.
RF output
Specifies RF output level range and accuracy for Option 11.
RF level frequency response
Details RF output frequency response tests for Option 11.
ALC linearity
Covers ALC linearity tests for Option 11 instruments.
Carrier harmonics
Specifies harmonic levels for Option 11 instruments.
Pulse modulation
Specifies pulse modulation range, level accuracy, and ratios.
Annex C
General description
Describes Option 100 for internal fixed pulse generation.
Performance data
Provides pulse specifications additional to the standard model.
Operation
Explains pulse modulation selection for internal generation.
Remote operation
Details remote operation commands for pulse modulation.
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