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Operating Instructions
User Interface
Display
Status Area
Date & Time Display
Error Display Area
Side Menu Label
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The AWG2021 performs internal calibration routines using the Diag/Cal item in
the UTILITY menu, which check internal circuit function and adjust calibration
constants. Run these calibration routines whenever the AWG2021 undergoes a
temperature change. For instance, run the calibration routines after the
AWG2021 warms up at power-on. This warmup period and subsequent
calibration assures AWG2021 operation at optimum performance levels.
The AWG2021 uses a combination of front-panel buttons, keys, a knob, and
on-screen menus to control generator functions. Some front-panel controls select
menus and manipulate menu items. Others enter values and units, allow manual
triggering, and turn on/off AWG2021 output. On-screen graphics show various
aspects of the current AWG2021 configuration.
On-screen menus set all AWG2021 functions except manual triggering and
output control. Main menus provide access to lower-level nested submenus.
Buttons in the center of the front panel select the main menus.
When you select a menu, the display shows the items controlled by that menu
and numeric values currently in effect. Buttons around the display select
lower-level menus, change menu selections, modify numeric values and units,
and execute functions.
Figure 2–2 contains two examples of AWG2021 displays. To see the first display
on the AWG2021, press Edit in the MENU column; then press New Waveform
in the side menu. The second display shows an example of the message area.
Text after the illustration describes each display feature.
The status of the AWG2021 always appears in the status line. Status information
includes the interface status (refer to programmer manual), operating mode
status, trigger status (refer to user manual), and busy icon (a clock) which
appears while loading or saving waveform or sequence files.
This area displays the date and time set in the UTILITY menu. The date and time
display can be set to on or off.
If an error occurs during operation, this area displays an error message.
This area displays a label that matches the bottom menu that was selected.
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