GW Instek GDS-2000E Series - First Time Use

GETTING STARTED
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First Time Use
Background
This section describes how to connect a signal,
adjust the scale, and compensate the probe. Before
operating the GDS-2000E in a new environment,
run these steps to make sure the instrument
performs at its full potential.
1. Power On
Follow the procedures on the previous page.
2. Firmware
Update to the latest firmware.
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3. Set the Date
and Time
Set the date and time.
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4. Reset System
Reset the system by recalling the
factory settings. Press the Default key
on the front panel. For details, see
page 232.
Default
5. Connect Probe
Connect the probe to the Channel 1 input and to
the probe compensation output. This output
provides a 2Vp-p, 1kHz square wave for signal
compensation by default.
Set the probe attenuation to x10 if the probe has
adjustable attenuation.