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1-2 Quick Start Guide
Getting Started ESG Family Signal Generators
The Signal Generator at a Glance
The Signal Generator at a Glance
Refer to the figure and descriptions below as you use the procedures in this chapter. For
detailed front and rear panel information, refer to Chapter 2, “Exploring the User Interface.”
1. Active Entry Area. The current active function is
shown in this area.
2. Annunciators. These display annunciators show
the status of various signal generator functions.
3. Frequency Area. The current CW frequency is
shown in this portion of the display.
4. Amplitude Area. The current output power level is
shown in this portion of the display.
5 Softkey Labels. The softkey labels define the
functions of the corresponding softkeys immediately
to the right of the labels.
6. Softkeys. Pressing a softkey activates the function
indicated by the label on the display directly to the
left of the softkey.
7. Knob. The knob is used to increase or decrease a
numeric value.
8. Menu Keys. These hardkeys provide access to the
signal generator’s primary functionality.
9. RF Output Connector. This female Type-N
connector is the output connector for RF signals.
10. Numeric Keypad. The numeric keypad consists of
digit, decimal point, and backspace keys. The
backspace key can also be used to change the sign
of a numeric value.
11. Arrow Keys. The up and down arrow keys increase
or decrease numeric values. The left and right
arrow keys move the cursor.
12. Standby LED. This yellow LED lights when the
instrument is in standby mode.
13. Line Power LED. This green LED lights when
power is cycled on.
14. Power Switch. Pressing this hardkey toggles the
power between on and standby.
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