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Sweep
The sweep capability allows the comprehensive testing of systems, since measurements at single
points will not necessarily give an overall indication of the performance. The sweep function is
specified by the following parameters:
• Start frequency
• Stop frequency
• Size of step
• Time per step
The sweep can be operated in single shot or continuous modes with the start command triggered
by a key press, an external pulse or GPIB control. Once started, the sweep can be stopped at any
time when the display will indicate the current parameter value.
Sweep operation
(1) Press the [SWEEP] key which causes the Sweep Control screen to be displayed. In fixed,
non-sweep, mode the screen is similar to that shown in Fig. 3-18 below. In sweep mode the
screen changes similar to that shown in Fig. 3-20.
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Fig. 3-18 Sweep control screen in fixed mode
(2) Press [Sweep Mode] to display the Carrier Sweep Mode menu shown in Fig. 3-19 below.
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Fig. 3-19 Carrier sweep mode menu