GW Instek GFG-8217A User Manual

EC Declaration of Conformity
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GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD.
No.7-1, Jhongsing Rd, Tucheng City, Taipei County 236, Taiwan
GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT (SUZHOU) CO., LTD.
No.69 Lushan Road, Suzhou New District Jiangsu, China.
declares that the below mentioned product
GFG-8215A, GFG-8216A,GFG-8217A, GFG-8219A, GFG-8250A,GFG-8255A
are herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive
on the Approximation of the Law of Member States relating to Electromagnetic
Compatibility (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC) and Low Voltage Equipment
Directive (73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC).
For the evaluation regarding the Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage
Equipment Directive, the following standards were applied:
EN 61326-1: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use ––
EMC requirements (1997+A1: 1998)
Conducted and Radiated Emissions
EN 55011 Group I class A: 1991
Electrostatic Discharge
EN 61000-4-2: 1994
Current Harmonic
EN 61000-3-2: 1995
Radiated Immunity
ENV 50140: 1993
Voltage Fluctuation
EN 61000-3-3: 1995
Electrical Fast Transients
EN 61000-4-4: 1995
Surge Immunity
EN 61000-4-5: 1995
Conducted Susceptibility
EN 61000-4-6: 1996
Power Frequency Magnetic field
EN 61000-4-8: 1993
Voltage Dips/ Interrupts
EN 61000-4-11: 1994
Low Voltage Equipment Directive 73/23/EEC & amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety Requirements
IEC/EN 61010-1:2001
FUNCTION GENERATOR-SERIES
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY SUMMARY………………………………………. 1
2. INTRODUCTION…………………………………………… 5
3. SPECIFICATION……………………………………………. 7
4. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION.………………………………. 13
5. USAGE DESCRIPTION……………………………………. 17
6. APPLICATION NOTE……………………………………… 23
7. MAINTENANCE…………………………………………… 33
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GW Instek GFG-8217A Specifications

General

Output Impedance	50 Ω
Display	LED
Weight	2.5 kg
Output Waveform	Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Pulse
Modulation	AM, FM
Power Supply	AC 100V to 240V
DC Offset	±5 V
External Voltage Control (VCF)	0 to 10V
Sweep Mode	Linear, Logarithmic
Duty Cycle Range	20% to 80% variable

Summary

Safety Terms and Symbols

Introduction

Additional Features

Lists additional capabilities and technical specifications of the function generator series.

Specification

Main and Waveform Specifications

Details primary electrical, sine, triangle, and square wave parameters.

Output and Modulation Features

Covers CMOS/TTL outputs, VCF, sweep, AM/FM, and modulation controls.

Frequency Counter and General Details

Specifies frequency counter functions, general operating conditions, and power sources.

Function Description

Power and Basic Controls

Covers power switch, gate time, frequency indicators, and range selection.

Waveform and Output Controls

Details function selection, duty control, TTL/CMOS, DC offset, and amplitude/attenuation.

Advanced Signal and Modulation Controls

Explains 20dB attenuation, sweep/frequency adjustment, modulation, and INT/EXT selectors.

Input/Output Terminals and Power

Identifies external terminals, output types, and power selection.

Usage Description

First-step Check

Guides through initial checks, power connection, and control adjustments before operation.

Waveform Generation Procedures

Details generating sine, triangle, square, pulse, and ramp waveforms with adjustments.

Specific Operational Modes

Explains external voltage control, auto sweep, and AM/FM modulation operations.

Operational Precautions

Lists important precautions for DC offset, impedance, and duty control.

Application Note

Troubleshooting and Bias Applications

Describes signal tracing for troubleshooting and using the generator as a bias source.

Amplifier and Logic Circuit Testing

Covers testing amplifier circuits with square waves and logic circuits with pulse/square waves.

Speaker and Impedance Network Testing

Details testing speaker frequency characteristics and impedance networks.

Maintenance

Fuse Rating and Replacement

Lists fuse types/ratings and provides procedures for safe fuse replacement.

Cleaning and Care

Offers guidance on cleaning the instrument case properly.