Instrument Overview 2-3 Front Panel Overview
MS20xxB UG PN: 10580-00301 Rev. D 2-7
Number Keypad
The Number keypad has two functions: The primary function is number entry. The
secondary function is to list various menus. Refer to “Keypad Menu Keys (1 to 9)” on page 2-7.
Rotary Knob
Turning the rotary knob changes numerical values, scrolls through selectable items from a
list, and moves markers. Values or items may be within a dialog box or an edit window.
Touch Screen Keys
Main Menu Touch Screen Keys
These five main menu keys (also called hard keys or function hard keys) are horizontally
arranged along the lower edge of the touch screen. The main menu key (hard key) functions
change to match specific instrument Mode settings. The hard keys generate function-specific
submenus. The various measurement modes are selected by pressing the Shift key and then
the Mode (9) key. Descriptions of the various measurement modes can be found in the
applicable Measurement Guides listed in Appendix A.
Touch Screen Submenu (Soft) Keys
These submenu keys (also called soft keys) are arranged along the right-hand edge of the
touch screen. The soft key labels change as instrument measurement settings change. The
current submenu title is shown at the top of the submenu key block.
Keypad Menu Keys (1 to 9)
Pressing the Shift key followed by pressing a number key selects the menu function that is
printed in blue characters above the number key. Refer to Figure 2-1 on page 2-2.
Not all Secondary Function Menus are active in various measurement modes. If any one of
these menus is available in a specific instrument mode of operation, then it can be called from
the number keypad. It may also be available from a hard key or a soft key.
The Preset Menu (1) and System Menu (8) are described in Chapter 5, “System Operations ”.
The Sweep Menu (3), Measure Menu (4), Trace Menu (5), and Limit Menu (6) vary depending
on measurement mode, refer to the Measurement Guides listed in Appendix A for
information. The File Menu (7) is described in Chapter 4, “File Management”. The Mode
Menu (9) is described in “Mode Selector Menu” on page 2-21.
Touch Points
Touch Points on the display screen provide additional functionality and convenience. These
points are described in the measurement guides for specific measurement modes. The
measurement guides are listed in Appendix A.
Touch Screen Calibration
Press Shift then 0 (zero) to open the Calibrate Touch Screen display. Press Enter to start the
calibration or Esc to cancel.
Note
Available measurement modes are based on the model and the options that are
purchased. Refer to Table 1-1 on page 1-2 for additional information.
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