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Overview of the front-panel options
The front panel of the Series 2281S allows you to set up 
most instrument functions and features and perform sourcing 
and measuring operations. The front panel includes:
•  A high-resolution color display that allows you to access 
instrument settings and measurement readings
•  Keys that select menu options and start measurement 
operations
•  A navigation control that can be used to select screen 
options
•  An OUTPUT switch turns the source output on or o
•  Front-panel binding posts for output connections
ENTER and EXIT keys
The ENTER key selects a highlighted option. In most cases, 
it opens the menu or dialog box that allows you to change 
settings for that option.
The EXIT key returns to the previous menu or closes a 
dialog box. For example, if you are on the menu screen, 
pressing EXIT returns you to the Home screen.
TRIGGER key
The action of the TRIGGER key depends on the trigger 
method that is selected and the state of the trigger model:
•  If manual triggering is selected, pressing TRIGGER 
causes the instrument to make a measurement.
•  If the trigger model is in idle, pressing TRIGGER initiates 
the trigger model.