316 Agilent InfiniiVision 3000 X-Series Oscilloscopes User's Guide
21 Reference
 
Oscilloscope Measurement Category
The InfiniiVision oscilloscopes are intended to be used for measurements 
in Measurement Category I.
Measurement Category Definitions
Measurement category I is for measurements performed on circuits not 
directly connected to MAINS. Examples are measurements on circuits not 
derived from MAINS, and specially protected (internal) MAINS derived 
circuits. In the latter case, transient stresses are variable; for that reason, 
the transient withstand capability of the equipment is made known to the 
user.
Measurement category II is for measurements performed on circuits 
directly connected to the low voltage installation. Examples are 
measurements on household appliances, portable tools and similar 
equipment.
Measurement category III is for measurements performed in the building 
installation. Examples are measurements on distribution boards, 
circuit-breakers, wiring, including cables, bus- bars, junction boxes, 
switches, socket- outlets in the fixed installation, and equipment for 
industrial use and some other equipment, for example, stationary motors 
with permanent connection to the fixed installation.
Measurement category IV is for measurements performed at the source of 
the low-voltage installation. Examples are electricity meters and 
measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices and ripple 
control units.
Use this instrument only for measurements within its specified measurement 
category.