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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
For your safety
Safety precautions for using the device.
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
EMC compliance information.
Warnings and their relevance
Explains warning symbols and their meaning.
Disposal instructions for electrical and electronic equipment
Guidelines for proper disposal.
Software upgrades and updates
Information on software updates.
Using this manual
Guidance on how to use the manual.
General description
Supplied and optional items
Lists items included and available as options.
Compatibility
Information on compatible sensors and converters.
CE Conformity
Statement of CE conformity.
Piezoelectric measurement concept
Basic concept of piezoelectric measurements.
The high impedance sensor
Explanation of high impedance sensors.
The low impedance sensor
Explanation of low impedance sensors.
Low impedance measuring system
Components of a low impedance system.
Technical information, functional description
Power supply
Description of the internal power conditioner.
Supply current
Information on the constant current source.
Rapid Zero
Function to reduce settling times.
Voltage amplifier
Description of the voltage amplifier stage.
Bias indicator
Explanation of the bias indicator circuit and LEDs.
Low Battery Indication
How low battery is indicated.
Assembly, installation and operation
Unpacking
Instructions for unpacking the instrument.
Connections
Information on connecting sensors and power.
Signal Connections
How to connect sensors to the input BNC.
Power Supply Connection
Details on connecting the power supply.
Battery operation
Information on operating the device using batteries.
Installation and operation
How to install and operate with batteries.
Battery back-up
How the automatic power switching works.
Front - rear panel controls and indicators
Overview of front and rear panel controls.
Power switch
Location and function of the power switch.
Bias indicator
Explanation of the bias indicator LEDs.
Unit gain
How to select the unit gain settings.
Highpass filter
Details on the highpass filter selection.
Rear panel
Description of rear panel connectors and controls.
Lowpass filters
General information
Information about lowpass filters.
Purpose of lowpass filtering
Explains why lowpass filters are used.
Installation
Procedure for installing or replacing lowpass filters.
Maintenance and calibration
Calibration
Procedure for annual calibration.
Bias test
Tests to confirm instrument operation.
Maintenance and repairs
Guidelines for maintenance and repairs.
Appendix A - Condensed operating instructions
Type 5118B1
Quick operating steps for Type 5118B1.
Type 5118B2
Quick operating steps for Type 5118B2.
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