Rigol DG1022, DG1012 User guide

User’s Guide RIGOL

Publication Number UGB06111-1210 Jan. 2009

Dual-Channel Function/Arbitrary

Waveform Generator

DG1022, DG1012

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Safety Notices

Review the following safety precautions carefully before operating the instrument to avoid any personal injury or damage to the instrument or products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use the instrument in the manner specified in this user’s guide.

The instrument should be serviced only by qualified personnel.

Avoid Fire or Personal Injury.

Use Proper Power Line. Only the special power line of the products approved by

the State should be used.

Insert or Draw Properly. Do not insert draw when the probe and the testing lead are connected with the power.

Ground the Instrument. This generator is grounded through the protective terra conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be connected to the earth ground. Make sure that the instrument is properly grounded before connecting the input or output terminals.

Observe All the Ratings of the Terminal. To avoid fire or shock, observe all the ratings and symbols that marked on the instrument. Read the user’s guide carefully before making connections to the instrument.

Do not Operate without Covers. Do not operate your generator without covers or panels.

Use Proper Fuse. Only use the fuse type and rating specified for this product.

Avoid Circuit or Wire exposed. Do not touch the exposed connections or

components when the power is turn-on.

Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect there is damage with this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel authorized by RIGOL before further operations.

Provide Proper Ventilation.

Do not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.

Do not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.

Keep the Product’s Surfaces Clean and Dry.

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Hazardous

Voltage

Refer to the

Instructions

Protective

earth terminal

Test

Grounding

Terminal

Grounding

Terminal

of Chassis

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Safety Terms and Symbols

Terms in This Guide. These terms may appear in this manual:

WARNING: Warning statements indicate the conditions or practices that

could result in injury or loss of life.

CAUTION: Caution statements indicate the conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.

Terms on the Product. These terms may appear on the product:

DANGER indicates an injury or hazard that may be immediately happen.

WARNING indicates an injury or hazard that may be not immediately happen.

CAUTION indicates that a potential damage to the instrument or other property

might occur.

Symbols on the Product. These symbols may appear on the Instrument:

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Instrument at a Glance

This guide covers the following two types of DG10× 2 Series Dual-Channel Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generators: DG1022、DG1012

RIGOL DG10× 2 Series Dual-Channel Function/ Arbitrary Waveform Generator adopt the DDS technology, which can provide stable, high-precision, pure and low distortion sine signal. It can also provide 5MHz square waveform with fast rising and falling edges. Its combination of excellent system features, easiness in usage and versatile functions makes this generator a perfect solution for your job now and in the future.

DG10× 2 Series Dual-Channel Function/ Arbitrary Waveform Generator have clear and simple Front-Panel. The user-friendly panel layout and instructions, versatile terminals, direct graph interface, built-in instructions and help system have greatly simplified the operation process, thus, users do not have to spend a great deal of time learning and familiarizing the operation of the generator before they can use it proficiently. The built-in AM, FM, PM and FSK modulating functions generate modulated waveform at ease, without the help of a separate modulating source. The USB I/O is the standard accessory.

Characteristics and Specifications：

 DDS technology provides precise, stable and low distortion output signal.  2-Channel Output.  Support channel coupling, channel copy.  5 basic waveforms and 48 built-In arbitrary waveforms output.  Counter supports frequency measurement: 100mHz ~ 200MHz (single channel).  100MSa/s sampling rate, enable to edit arbitrary waveform with 14-bit, 4K points.  Frequency characteristics (DG1022):

Sine: 1µHz to 20 MHz Square: 1µHz to 5 MHz Ramp: 1µHz to 150 kHz Pulse: 500µHz to 3MHz White Noise：5MHz bandwidth (-3dB) Arbitrary waveform：1μHz to 5MHz

 Amplitude range (CH1)：

2mVPP to 10VPP (50) 4mVPP to 20VPP (High Z)

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 Abundant modulation function, various modulated waveform: AM, FM, PM and

FSK.

 Linear, logarithm Sweep and Burst mode.  Abundant I/O: External Modulation Source, External 10 MHz Reference Input,

External trigger source, waveform output, synchronous signal output.

 Support USB flash drive. Could store and read waveform configure parameters or

the edited arbitrary waveform with USB flash drive, System Updating could also be performed by using USB flash drive.

 Standard interface: USB Host & Device.  Graph interface which shows the signal setting directly.  Multilanguage user interface.  Embedded Chinese/English Help System.  Support Chinese/English Input.

NOTE:

All the descriptions in this guide are according to DG1022, if you need to know the particular specifications about DG1012, please look over “

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Content

Safety Notices ............................................................................................. II

Instrument at a Glance ............................................................................... IV

Chapter 1 Quick Start ............................................................................ 1-1

General Inspection .................................................................................... 1-2

Handle Adjustment .................................................................................... 1-3

The Front/Rear Panel ................................................................................ 1-4

User Interface ........................................................................................... 1-6

To Set a Waveform ................................................................................... 1-7

To Set the Output ................................................................................... 1-11

To Set Modulate/Sweep/Burst .................................................................. 1-12

To Use Digital Input ................................................................................ 1-14

To Use Store/Utility/Help Function ............................................................ 1-15

Chapter 2 Operating Your Generator .................................................... 2-1

To Set Basic Waveforms ............................................................................ 2-2

To Set Sine Waveform ......................................................................... 2-2

To Set Square Waveform ..................................................................... 2-7

To Set Ramp Waveform ..................................................................... 2-10

To Set Pulse Waveform ..................................................................... 2-12

To Set Noise Waveform ..................................................................... 2-15

To Set Arbitrary Waveforms ..................................................................... 2-16

To Select Arbitrary Waveform ............................................................ 2-17

To Edit Arbitrary Waveform ................................................................ 2-21

To Set Modulated Waveforms .................................................................. 2-27

To Set AM Waveform ......................................................................... 2-28

To Set FM Waveform ......................................................................... 2-30

To Set FSK Waveform ........................................................................ 2-32

To Set PM Waveform ......................................................................... 2-34

To Generate Sweep Signal ....................................................................... 2-36

To Generate Burst Signal ......................................................................... 2-38

To Store and Recall ................................................................................. 2-42

To Set the Utility Function ........................................................................ 2-49

To Set the Sync Output ..................................................................... 2-52

Basic Setting of the Two Channels ...................................................... 2-54

Channel Coupling Settings ................................................................. 2-57

To Set the Counter ............................................................................ 2-59

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System Settings ............................................................................... 2-64

I/O Settings ..................................................................................... 2-71

Test/Cal Settings .............................................................................. 2-72

To Use the Help System .......................................................................... 2-74

Chapter 3 Examples .............................................................................. 3-1

Output from Single Channel ....................................................................... 3-2

Example 1: Output a Sine Waveform ................................................... 3-2

Example 2: Output a Square Waveform ............................................... 3-3

Example 3: Output a Ramp Waveform ................................................. 3-4

Example 4: Output a Pulse Waveform .................................................. 3-5

Example 5: Output a Noise Waveform .................................................. 3-6

Example 6: Output a Stored Arbitrary Waveform ................................... 3-7

Example 7: Create an Arbitrary Waveform ............................................ 3-8

Example 8: To Generate a AM Waveform............................................ 3-10

Example 9: To Generate a FSK Waveform ........................................... 3-12

Example 10: To Generate a Linear Sweep Waveform ........................... 3-13

Example 11: To Generate a Burst Waveform ....................................... 3-15

Output from Double Channels .................................................................. 3-17

Example for Channel Coupling ................................................................. 3-20

Example for Channel Copy ....................................................................... 3-22

To Measure with the Counter ................................................................... 3-23

Chapter 4 Prompt Messages & Troubleshooting ................................... 4-1

Prompting Messages ................................................................................. 4-2

Common Messages ............................................................................. 4-2

Error Messages .................................................................................. 4-4

Data Overflow .................................................................................... 4-5

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 4-14

Chapter 5 Specifications ....................................................................... 5-1

Characteristics .......................................................................................... 5-2

General Specifications ............................................................................... 5-8

Chapter 6 Appendix ............................................................................... 6-1

Appendix A: Accessories ............................................................................ 6-1

Appendix B: Warranty ............................................................................... 6-2

Appendix C: General Care and Cleaning ...................................................... 6-3

Appendix D: Contact RIGOL ..................................................................... 6-4

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Chapter 1 Quick Start

This chapter covers the following topics:

General Inspection 1-2

Handle Adjustment 1-3

The Front/Rear Panel 1-4

User Interface 1-6

To Set a Waveform 1-7

To Set the Output 1-11

To Set Modulation/Sweep/Burst 1-12

To Use Digital Input 1-14

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To Use Store/Utility/Help Function 1-15

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General Inspection

When you get a new DG10× 2 Series Dual-Channel Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator, you are suggested to take the following steps to inspect the instrument.

1. Inspect the shipping container for damage.

If there are damages in the packing or foam, keep them until he whole machine and the accessories passing the electric and mechanical testing.

2. Check the accessories.

Accessories supplied with the instrument are listed in “ If the contents are incomplete or damaged, please contract the local selling representative of RIGOL.

3. Inspect the instrument.

In case any mechanical damage or defect, or if the instrument does not operate properly or pass performance tests, notify your RIGOL Sales Representative. If the shipping container is damaged, or the cushioning materials show signs of stress, notify the carrier of your RIGOL sales office. Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection. RIGOL offices will arrange for repair or replacement at RIGOL’s option without waiting for claim settlement.

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Handle Adjustment

To adjust the handle position of the Generator, please grip the handle by the sides and pull it outward. Then, make the handle rotate to the desired position. The operating methods are shown below in Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-2.

Figure 1-1 Handle Adjusting

Figure 1-2 Adjustable Positions

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Power Menu Keys CH1 Output CH1 Output

Button Connector

Display Mode Waveform Channel Keypad CH2 Output CH2 Output/

Switch Keys Switch Button Counter Input

Mode/ Direction USB Host LCD Screen Functions Key Knob

The Front/Rear Panel

When you get a new DG10× 2 Series Dual-Channel Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator, first you need to know how to operate the front/ Rear panel correctly. This chapter will make a brief introduction and description for the operation and functions of the Front/ Rear Panel.

The Front Panel at a Glance

DG10× 2 Generator has clear and simple front panel. The Front Panel has a knob, functional keys and menu buttons. The 6 grey buttons below the screen are menu buttons, by using which you can choose different options on the current menu. The rests are the functional keys, with which you can enter different function menus or obtain specific functional applications directly.

Figure 1-3

Front Panel for DG10× 2 Series

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The Rear Panel at a Glance

10MHz Synchronous

Reference Input Output Power Socket

Modulation External USB Device Main Power

Input Trig/FSK/Burst Switch

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Rear Panel for DG10× 2 Series

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State

Parameters

Display Menu

Button

Waveform

Display

Current Channel Parameter Display

Waveform

State

Menu

Parameter Display Current Channel Sign

Output Impedance

Current Channel Output Impedance

Output Sate

Waveform in

Selected Channel

Menu

User Interface

The Generator provides three display modes: Menu Mode (Single or Double Channel) and Graph Mode (Single Channel). To switch the display mode, press the View button.

To select Channels, press the button.

Figure 1-5

User Interface in Menu Mode (Single Channel)

Figure 1-6

User Interface in Graph Mode (Single Channel)

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User Interface in Menu Mode (Double Channel)

NOTE:

The buttons on the front panel of the instrument are represented by words in a pane, such as Sine which represents the functional key with “Sine” on it on the front panel, while the menu buttons are represented by shadow words such as Freq, which means the “Frequency” option in the Sine menu.

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To Set a Waveform

At the left of the operation panel, there are several buttons with waveform icon and two buttons which are used commonly. The following exercises will help you to be familiar with the waveform selection settings. The instructions of the waveform settings are all carried out in the Menu Display Mode.

Waveform Selection

Channel Switch Display Mode Switch

Figure 1-8

Function Buttons Selection

1. Press the Sine button, a “Sine” typeface will display in the state area. The

instrument can generate Sine signal with frequency from 1μHz to 20MHz. By setting signal with different parameters can be generated.

Frequency/Period, Amplitude/High Level, Offset/Low level and Phase,

Sine

Figure 1-9

Sine Signal in the Menu Display Mode

As shown in Figure 1-9, the default signal parameters are: 1kHz Frequency,

5.0VPP Amplitude, 0 VDC Offset and 0° initial phase.

2. Press the Square button, a “Square” typeface will display in the state area. The

instrument can generate Square signal with frequency from 1μHz to 5MHz and variable duty cycle. By setting

Low level, Duty Cycle and Phase

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Frequency/Period, Amplitude/ High Level, Offset/

, Square signal with different parameters can be

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generated.

Figure 1-10

Square Signal in the Menu Display Mode

As shown in Figure 1-10, the default signal parameters are: 1kHz Frequency,

5.0VPP Amplitude, 0 VDC Offset, 50% Duty Cycle and 0° initial phase.

3. Press the Ramp button, a “Ramp” typeface will display in the state area. The

instrument can generate Ramp signal with frequency from 1μHz to 150 kHz and variable Symmetry. By setting

Low level, Symmetry and Phase

Frequency/Period, Amplitude/ High Level, Offset/

, Ramp signal with different parameters can be

generated.

Figure 1-11

Ramp Signal in the Menu Display Mode

As shown in Figure 1-11, the default signal parameters are: 1kHz Frequency, 5.0 VPP Amplitude, 0 VDC Offset, 50% Symmetry and 0° initial phase.

4. Press the Pulse button, a “Pulse” typeface will display in the state area. The

instrument can generate Pulse signal with frequency from 500μHz to 3MHz and variable Pulse Width. By setting

Low level, Pulse Width/Duty Cycle and Delay

Frequency/Period, Amplitude/ High Level, Offset/

, Pulse signal with different

parameters can be generated.

Figure 1-12

Pulse Signal in the Menu Display Mode

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As shown in Figure 1-12, the default signal parameters are: 1kHz Frequency,

5.0VPP Amplitude, 0 VDC Offset, 50% Duty Cycle, 500μs Pulse Width and 0s Delay.

5. Press the Noise button, a “Noise” typeface will display in the state area. The

instrument can generate Noise signal with Band Width up to 5MHz. By setting

Amplitude/High Level, Offset/Low level

, Noise signal with different parameters can

be generated.

Figure 1-13

Noise Signal in the Menu Display Mode

As shown in Figure 1-13, the default signal parameters are: 5.0 VPP Amplitude and 0 VDC Offset.

6. Press the Arb button, an “Arb” typeface will display in the state area. The

instrument can generate repeatable arbitrary waveform signals with at most 4K points and 5MHz frequency. By setting

Offset/ Low level and Phase

, arbitrary waveform signals with different parameters

Frequency/Period, Amplitude/ High Level,

can be generated.

Figure 1-14

Arbitrary waveform Signal in the Menu Display Mode

As shown in Figure 1-14, the default Exponential Rise Signal parameters are: 1kHz Frequency, 5.0 VPP Amplitude, 0 VDC Offset and 0° initial phase.

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7. Press the button, the channel will switch between CH1 and CH2. Users can

edit parameters of the current selected channel.

8. Press the View button, the display modes will switch between Menu Mode in single

channel, Graph Mode in single channel and Menu Mode in double channel. If the instrument is in remote mode, press this button it will return to local mode.

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CH1: Output Enable CH2: Output Disable

To Set the Output

As shown in Figure 1-15, there are two Output buttons on the right side of the front panel, which are used to set the Output Control. The instruction below will help you to be familiar with these functions.

Figure 1-15

Channel Output/Counter Input

Figure 1-16

Channel Output Control

1. Channel Output Control

Press the Output button to enable/disable the signal output of CH1 or CH2.

2. Counter Input

In the Counter mode, the output connector of CH2 is used as the signal input terminal. At the same time, the output of CH2 will be disabled automatically.

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To Set Modulate/Sweep/Burst

As shown in the following figure, there are three buttons on the front panel, which are used for Modulation, Sweep and Burst settings. The instructions below will help you to be familiar with the settings of these functions.

Figure 1-17

Modulate/ Sweep/ Burst button

NOTE: Mod, Sweep and Burst functions are only used for CH1.

1. Press the Mod button, and a Modulated waveforms will be generated.

Parameters are set by using the menu buttons. The modulated waveform can be changed by changing the parameters such as Type, Internal/external Modulation, Depth, Frequency, Waveform, etc.

DG10× 2 Series can modulate waveform using AM, FM, PM and FSK. Sine, Square, Ramp or Arbitrary waveforms can be modulated (Pulse, Noise and DC cannot be modulated).

Figure 1-18

Modulated Waveform Signal in the Menu Display Mode

2. Press the Sweep button, Sine, Square, Ramp or Arbitrary waveform can be swept

(Pulse, Noise and DC can not be swept).

In the Sweep Mode, DG10× 2 Series generate signal with variable frequencies.

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Term Explanation

Burst：Output Waveforms with the set cycle times

Burst can last for certain times of waveform cycle (N-Cycle Burst) or be controlled by external gated signals (Gated Burst). Burst applies to all kinds of waveforms, but noise can only be used in gated burst.

Figure 1-19

Sweep Waveform Signal in the Menu Display Mode

3. Press the Burst button, Burst for Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse or Arbitrary waveform

can be generated (Noise can only be used in the gated Burst).

Figure 1-20

Burst Waveform Signal in the Menu Display Mode

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To Use Digital Input

As shown in Figure 1-21, there are two groups of buttons on the operation panel, which are direction button, the knob and the keypad. The instruction below will help you to be familiar with the Digital Input Function.

(1) Direction Key and the Knob (2) Keyboard

Figure 1-21

Front Panel Digital Input

1. Use the Direction keys to move the cursor left or right. Rotate the knob to change

a digit (clockwise to increase).

2. Use the Keypad to set the parameters values of the waveforms, which can change

its value directly.

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Operation Instructions

To get help：

Press the key and last 2~3 second, then the help message will appear.

To Use Store/Utility/Help Function

As shown in Figure 1-22, there are three buttons on the operation panel, which are used to call the store/recall, utility and help function. The instruction below will help you to be familiar with these Functions.

Figure 1-22

Store/Recall, Utility and Help Button

1. The Store/Recall Button is used to store waveform data and configure

information.

2. The Utility Button is used to set the auxiliary system function, change the output

configure parameters, interface setting, system setting information or perform the instrument self-test and read the calibration information, etc.

3. The Help Button is used to read the help information.

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Chapter 2 Operating Your Generator

By now you have got a brief understanding of DG10× 2 series with the front/rear panel, every function control area and keys.

This chapter covers the following topics:

To Set Basic Waveforms 2-2

To Set Sine Waveform 2-2 To Set Square Waveform 2-7 To Set Ramp Waveform 2-10 To Set Pulse Waveform 2-12 To Set Noise Waveform 2-15

To Set Arbitrary Waveforms 2-16 To Select Arbitrary Waveform 2-17

To Edit Arbitrary Waveform 2-21

To Set Modulated Waveforms 2-27

To Set AM Waveform 2-28 To Set FM Waveform 2-30 To Set FSK Waveform 2-32 To Set PM Waveform 2-34

To Generate Sweep Signal 2-36 To Generate Burst Signal 2-38 To Store and Recall 2-42

To Set the Utility Function 2-49

To Set the Sync Output 2-52 Basic Setting of the Two Channels 2-54 Channel Coupling Settings 2-57 To Set the Counter 2-59 System Settings 2-64 I/O Settings 2-71 Test/Cal Settings 2-72

To Use the Help System 2-74

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Menu

Settings

Explanation

Frequency/

Period

Setting the signal’s frequency or period; the

current parameter will switch at a second press.

Amplitude/

High Level

Setting the signal’s Amplitude or High Level; the

current parameter will switch at a second press.

Offset/

Low Level

Setting the signal’s Offset or Low Level; the

current parameter will switch at a second press

Phase

Setting the initial phase of the signal

To Set Basic Waveforms

To Set Sine Waveform

In the Menu Mode, press the Sine button to call the Sine operation. The top left corner of the screen will show the name of the current waveform. The output Sine waveform parameters are set using the Sine operation menu.

The parameters for Sine waveforms are:

Offset/ Low Level and Phase

parameters. As shown in Figure 2-1, select Freq in the operation menu and the frequency parameter will be shown in the parameter area. Users then can change the frequency by using the direction button and the knob or the keypad.

. Different Sine Signals are generated by using these

Frequency/ Period, Amplitude/ High Level,

Figure 2-1

Sine Signal Parameter Setting Interface

Table 2-1 Operation Menu for Sine Signal

NOTE:

Waveforms in single channel needn’t to set the Aligpha parameter. It is always used to align the phases of the two channels’ output signals.

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When using the keypad to enter the digit, you can use the Left direction button to move the cursor backward and delete or change the value of the previous digit.

 When using the knob to input, use the direction buttons to select the digit

you want to edit and rotate the knob to change its value.

Current Parameter:

Frequency

To Set the Output Frequency/Period

1. Press Sine  Freq/Period  Freq, to set the frequency parameter.

The frequency shown on the screen is the default value when the instrument is powered or the set value beforehand. When setting the function, if the current value is valid for the new waveform, it will be used sequentially. If you want to set the period for the waveform, press Freq/Period button again, switch to the Period parameter (The current operation is displayed in inverse color).

2. Input the desired frequency.

Use the keypad to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding button to select the parameter unit. Or you can use the direction button to select the digit you want to edit, and then use the knob to change its value.

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Setting the Frequency

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Current Parameter:

Amplitude

To Set the Output Amplitude

1. Press Sine  Ampl/HiLev  Ampl, to set the amplitude.

The amplitude shown on the screen is the default value when the instrument is powered or the set value beforehand. When changing the function, if the current value is valid for the new waveform, it will be used sequentially. If you want to set the waveform by high Level or Low Level, press Ampl/HiLev or Offset/Lolev again, switch to HiLev or LoLev parameter (The current operation is displayed in inverse color).

2. Input the desired Amplitude

Use the keypad or the knob to input the desired value, choose the unit, and press the corresponding button.

Figure 2-3

Setting the Amplitude

NOTE:

The “dBm” option will appear only when the output impedance is set to “50”.

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