Chapter 2 Operating Your Frequency Counter
Introduction
2-2 Operating Guide
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Introduction
This is the operator’s reference chapter which contains information and procedures
for the front-panel keys, operating functions, and menus of the Agilent 53181A 225
MHz Frequency Counter.
Chapter Summary
• How this Counter Works for You page 2-4
• Summary of the Measurement Sequence page 2-5
• Using the Measurement Control Keys (Run and Stop/Single) page 2-6
• Using Entry/Select (Arrow) Keys page 2-9
• Using the MEASURE Menu Keys page 2-11
• Using the Gate & External Arm Menu Key page 2-15
• Using the MATH Menu Keys page 2-21
• Using the LIMITS Menu Keys page 2-31
• Using the DISPLAY Digits Keys page 2-39
• Using CHANNEL 1 Input Conditioning Keys page 2-41
• Using the Save and Recall Menus page 2-48
• Using the Print Menu page 2-52
• Using the Utility Menu page 2-53
• Front Panel Display Messages page 2-63
• Preset Values After Power-up and *RST page 2-68
• Common Questions page 2-74