TDS5000 Series User Manual
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Preface
This is the user manual for the TDS5000 Series oscilloscope. It covers the
following information:
H Describes the capabilities of the oscilloscope and how to get started using the
instrument
H Explains how to operate the oscilloscope: how to control acquisition of,
processing of, and input/output of data and information
H Lists specifications and accessories of the oscilloscope
About This Manual
This manual is composed of the following chapters:
H Getting Started shows you how to configure and install your oscilloscope
and provides an incoming inspection procedure.
H Operating Basics uses maps to describe the various interfaces for controlling
the oscilloscope, including the front panel and the software user interface.
These maps provide overviews of the product and its functions from several
viewpoints.
H Reference comprises an encyclopedia of topics (see Overview on page 3--1)
that describe the oscilloscope interface and features, and gives background
and basic information on how to use them. (The online help onboard the
oscilloscope application describes the interface, features, and their usage;
detailed descriptions of all programming commands are found in the
TDS5000 Series Oscilloscope Online Programmer Guide.)
H Appendices provides additional information including instrument specifica-
tions, measurement and menu descriptions, cleaning information, and
calibration instructions.