Getting Started
AFG3000 Series Quick Start User Manual
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Connect to a Network
The AFG3000 series arbitrary/function generator communication interface allows you to communicate with or remotely
control your instrument. The following table lists the interfaces with which the arbitrary/function generator is equipped.
USB Interface
The USB connector on the rear panel is a standard feature for all the AFG3000 Series Arbitrary/Function Generators. The
USB interface requires no front panel or bezel menu operations to set up. Use a USB cable to connect your instrument to
a PC.
Ethernet Setup
To connect your instrument to a network, you must first obtain information from your network administrator. The procedure
for entering the Ethernet network parameters depends on your network configuration. If your network supports DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), follow these steps:
Interface AFG3021/AFG3022 AFG3101/AFG3102
AFG3251/AFG3252
USB √√
Ethernet √
GPIB √
1. Connect a LAN cable to the LAN port
on the rear panel.
2. Push the front-panel Utility button.
3. Push the I/O Interface > Ethernet
bezel buttons.
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