Operating Basics
AFG3000 Series Arbitrary/Function Generators Service Manual 2-9
Rear Panel
The following illustration shows the rear-panel connectors for the instrument.
Figure 2-6: Rear panel
EXT REF INPUT. This input is used when synchronizing multiple arbitrary/function
generators or an arbitrary/function generator and another device.
EXT REF OUTPUT. When you want to synchronize multiple AFG3000 series
arbitrary/function generators, or synchronize your arbitrary/function generator and
another instrument, use the external reference output connector. (Except
AFG3021B and AFG3022B)
ADD INPUT. The ADD INPUT connector is provided with AFG3101/AFG3102 and
AFG3251/AFG3252. This connector lets you add an external signal to the CH1
output signal.
EXT MODULATION INPUT (CH1 and CH2). The CH1 INPUT and CH2 INPUT
are independent. The signal input level of these connectors controls modula-
tion depth.
USB. Used to connect a USB controller. (Type B)
LAN. Used to connect the instrument to a network. Connect a 10BASE-T or
100BASE-T cable here.
GPIB. Used to control the instrument through GPIB commands.
Security Slot. Use a standard laptop computer security cable to secure your
instrument to your location.
Chassis Ground Screw. The chassis ground screw is used to ground the instrument.
Use a unified coarse screw (#6-32, 6.35 mm length or less).
Chassis ground
screw
Security slot