R&S SMC100A Display
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Block Diagram - Display
The block diagram shows provided options, signal configuration and the currently selected signal flow of
the generator with inputs and outputs used. Signal generation can be completely operated from the
b
lock diagram. A highlighted function block can be directly switched on and off with the toggle keys
MOD ON/OFF or RF ON/OFF . Clicking the rotary knob (= Enter) opens the associated settings menu.
Function Blocks in the Block Diagram
Each block represents a function of signal generation. The function is indicated in the headline of the
block, e.g. Modulation. In this block, the modulation signals are set, for instance.
In the check box , the respective function can be quickly activated/
deactivated with the
MOD ON/OFF key. After activation, the block is displayed in
blue.
Status information is displayed below the check box. It is different for the different
blocks. In the Mod block, for instance, the selected modulation is indicated.
Clicking the rotary knob (front panel) or the config... button (mouse) opens the associated setting
menu.
Signal Flow and Input/Output Symbols in the Block Diagram
The input/output symbols in the block diagram show the currently used inputs and outputs of the signal
generator. Unused inputs and outputs are not shown. The lines indicate the signal flow.
Symbols and labels refer to the corresponding inputs and outputs on the front and rear panel of the
signal generator. The direction - input or output - is indicated by an arrow.
Example:
The symbols indicate the input for the external pulse signal on the instrument
rear panel.