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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
MODEL
132
VCG/NOISE
GENERATOR

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Summary

Warranty Information

Warranty Terms

Covers Wavetek's commitment to repair or replace defective instruments within one year of manufacture.

Section 1 Specifications - Core

Versatility Specifications

Details signal types (sine, square, triangle) and noise outputs, frequency range, and output impedance.

Horizontal Precision Specifications

Specifies dial accuracy, frequency vernier accuracy, and time symmetry for waveforms.

Vertical Precision Specifications

Outlines sine wave frequency response and purity, including distortion and rise/fall times.

Noise Characteristics Specifications

Covers noise output specifications, including amplitude, sequence lengths, and clock frequencies.

Section 1 Specifications - Environmental and Mechanical

Environmental Conditions

Details operating temperature ranges and their effect on specifications.

Mechanical Specifications

Lists physical dimensions (width, height, depth) and weight of the instrument.

Section 2 Operation - Initial Steps

Instrument Inspection Procedures

Procedures for visually and electrically checking the instrument upon arrival.

Section 2 Operation - Controls

Front Panel Controls

Explains each control on the front panel, like FREQ HZ/PWR OFF, FREQ VERNIER, FUNC, MODE selectors.

Section 2 Operation - Controls Continued

Sequence Length Controls

Description of push buttons for selecting digital or analog noise sequence lengths.

Rear Panel Connections

Details rear panel connectors like DC OFFSET, FUNCTION SYNC, NOISE SYNC, NOISE CLOCK.

Section 2 Operation - Modes

Function Generator Operation

Steps for using the instrument to generate waveforms like sine, triangle, and square.

Voltage Controlled Generator Operation

How to use an external voltage source to control the generator's frequency.

Section 2 Operation - Signal and Noise Modes

Calibrated Signal-to-Noise Source

Procedure for mixing a signal with calibrated analog noise.

Calibrated Noise-to-Signal Source

Procedure for mixing calibrated noise with a signal.

Section 2 Operation - Advanced Modes

Random FM Source Operation

Using random analog noise to modulate the generator's frequency.

Digital or Analog Noise Source Operation

How to use the instrument as a pure noise generator.

Grounding and Impedance Connections

Instructions for establishing common ground and converting output impedance.

Section 2 Operation - Power Conversion

Converting to 230-Volt Line Power

Steps to modify the instrument for 230V operation from 115V.

Section 3 Circuit Description

General Circuit Description

Overview of the instrument's functional blocks and signal paths.

Section 4 Maintenance

Maintenance Introduction

Overview of maintenance procedures for experienced technicians.

Recommended Test Equipment

Lists essential test equipment for instrument maintenance and calibration.

Checkout and Calibration Procedures

Detailed steps for checking and calibrating the instrument's functions.

Troubleshooting - Initial Steps

Basic Troubleshooting Techniques

Fundamental tips for isolating faults in electronic instruments.

Troubleshooting Chart and Hints

Guides for identifying symptoms, causes, and remedies, plus general hints.

Troubleshooting - Procedures

Panel and Cover Removal

Procedures for safely removing covers and panels for access.

Component Replacement Procedures

Instructions for replacing switch wafers, potentiometers, and sine converters.

Section 5 Data Package

Data Package Introduction

Explains the purpose of data packages for component-level maintenance.

Recommended Spare Parts List

A list of recommended spare parts with manufacturer and part numbers.

Wavetek 132 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeFunction Generator
Frequency Range2 MHz
WaveformsSine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Pulse
Output Impedance50 Ohms
Power OutputNot applicable (Function Generator)
Battery LifeNot applicable (AC Powered)

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