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General| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
|---|---|
| Sweep Modes | Linear, Logarithmic |
| Channels | 1 |
| Output Waveforms | Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Noise, Arbitrary |
| Modulation Types | AM, FM, PM, PWM, FSK |
| Interface | GPIB |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 µHz |
| Amplitude Accuracy | ±1% of setting ±1 mV |
| Phase Adjustment | 0 to 360 degrees |
Explains the keys, functions, inputs/outputs, and controls on the front panel.
Provides access to the instrument's integrated help system for operational assistance.
Details the Menu and Graph modes displayed on the front panel interface.
Describes methods for entering and modifying numerical values using front-panel controls.
Identifies and explains the connectors and ports available on the instrument's rear panel.
Provides steps for initial setup, including checking supplied items and connecting power.
Explains how to access context-sensitive help for keys and menu softkeys.
Details the operational modes, including coupling between channels, trigger mode, and advanced modes.
Explains how to configure trigger modes (Continuous, Triggered, Gated) and select trigger sources.
Describes how to select standard and arbitrary waveforms, and their characteristics.
Details advanced operational modes: Modulation, Burst, and Sweep.
Provides instructions on how to set the output frequency for various waveform functions.
Guides on how to set the output amplitude and convert between different units.
Explains how to set the delay parameter for waveform generation.
Describes how to select DC Volts mode from the Utility menu.
Details the procedure for setting the DC offset voltage for the output signal.
Explains how to set the duty cycle for square waveforms.
Describes setting signal limits for digital applications, useful for high and low level values.
Guides on configuring pulse waveforms with variable pulse width and edge time.
Explains how to access and set up pattern generation functionality from the pulse screen.
Details how to view a graphical representation of current waveform parameters.
Describes how to output built-in or user-defined arbitrary waveforms from memory.
Explains how to set the selectable series output impedance (50 or 5 ohms).
Guides on configuring and outputting Amplitude Modulation (AM) waveforms.
Details how to configure and output Frequency-Shift Keying (FSK) modulated waveforms.
Explains how to configure and output Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) waveforms.
Guides on configuring and outputting frequency sweep waveforms.
Details how to configure and output waveforms with a specified number of cycles (burst).
Explains how to trigger or gate sweeps and bursts using various sources.
Describes how to store instrument states in non-volatile memory for later recall.
Provides information on setting up GPIB, USB, and LAN interfaces for remote communication.
Explains how to reset the instrument to its factory default state using Set to Defaults or SECURE ALL.
Details the different trigger modes: Continuous, Triggered, and Gated.
Covers parameters for configuring the instrument's output signals.
Describes parameters for configuring external inputs, including threshold and impedance.
Defines parameters related to pulse generation, including period, width, and edges.
Explains pattern generation features, including modes, sources, and bitshapes.
Details the noise generation capabilities, including parameters and restrictions.
Explains Amplitude Modulation (AM) implementation and configuration.
Describes Frequency Modulation (FM) implementation and configuration.
Explains Phase Modulation (PM) implementation and configuration.
Details Frequency-Shift Keying (FSK) modulation implementation and settings.
Explains Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) implementation for pulse waveforms.
Covers the functionality of generating frequency sweeps with linear or logarithmic spacing.
Details how to configure and output waveforms with a specified number of cycles (burst).
Describes creating, storing, and managing arbitrary waveforms.
Covers instrument state storage, power-down recall, error conditions, and self-test.
Explains configuration of GPIB, USB, and LAN interfaces for remote control.
Provides information on updating the instrument's firmware using a USB memory device.
Guides on installing additional software licenses to enable features.
Details the instrument's self-calibration functionality and diagnostic tests.
Explains security features like Secure All, Web Server, and Web Password.
Summarizes the instrument's factory default settings for various configurations.
Provides general information on operating the instrument remotely via GPIB, USB, or LAN.
Lists SCPI commands, parameters, and corresponding page numbers for reference.
Provides a summary of common SCPI commands and their descriptions.
Explains the format of SCPI commands, including long and short forms, parameters, and suffixes.
Lists SCPI elements and their expanded names, used for referring to units.
Explains the DDS technique used for signal generation, excluding noise.
Guides on creating arbitrary waveforms from the front panel or using software.
Describes the modified DDS scheme for pulse, square, and ramp waveform generation.
Explains pattern functionality as an extension of Pulse Mode, including NRZ and arbitrary bit shapes.
Details the digital noise source, its blocks, and limitations.
Explains the instrument's trigger modes: Continuous, Triggered, and Gated.
Describes the constant timing between External In and Trigger Out signals.
Discusses signal imperfections like harmonic distortion, phase noise, and quantization errors.
Explains how the instrument controls signal amplitude and DC offset.
Defines attributes of AC signals like peak voltage, RMS voltage, and crest factor.
Describes common modulation types: AM, FM, PM, FSK, and PWM.
Explains frequency sweep generation, including linear and logarithmic spacing.
Details how to configure the function generator to output a waveform with a specified number of cycles (burst).
Describes how to add the output signal of both channels internally.
Explains frequency and phase coupling between the instrument's two channels.
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