Introduction
External Power
This instrumen
t can also be powered externally with an AC power adapter
(Tektronix part number 119-7900-00). This instrument can only be safely operated
using this particular AC power adapter.
Use the supplied power cord with the adapter. For a list of available power cords,
see the THS3000 Series Oscilloscopes Installation and Safety Instructions that
shipped with your instrument. It can be also be found on the Tektronix Web site at
www.tektronix.com/manuals.
Refer to the Specifications section of this manual for additional information on
electrical specifications. (See page 81.)
WARNING. Fire can cause personal injury and/or property damage. To prevent
risk of fir
e, do not use any AC adapter with this product other than the AC adapter
provided by Tektronix with this instrument.
Power-On
1. If you a
re using a battery pack, go to step 2. If you are using an external
power source, check that the AC power adapter is connected to the instrument
and that the adapter is connected to a power cord that is plugged into a
properly grounded power outlet.
2. Press the power button on the instrument front panel and the instrument will
turn on. A power plug icon should appear in the upper right portion of the
display showing that the instrument is powered from the AC adapter.
Power-Off
1. Press the power button on the instrument front panel to turn the instrument off.
2. To remove power completely, disconnect the AC adapter from the side panel
of the instrument (or remove the battery).
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