Contents

The front panel, at a glance

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The rear panel, at glance

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What the ac source can do

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How to use the front panel

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Some basic operations

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Measuring the output

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Programming output transients

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Programming trigger synchronization and delays

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The front panel menus, at a glance

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Agilent sales and Support Offices

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Safety Notice

The beginning of the User’s Guide has a Safety Summary page for this instrument. Familiarize yourself with the contents of that page. The following safety precautions must be observed.

WARNING: LETHAL VOLTAGES

Ac sources can supply 425 V peak at their output. DEATH on contact may result if the output terminals or circuits connected to the output are touched when power is applied.

BEFORE APPLYING POWER

Verify that the product is set to match the available line voltage, the correct fuse is installed, and all safety precautions are taken. Note the instrument’s external markings described under "Safety Symbols".

GROUND THE INSTRUMENT

To minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and cover must be connected to an electrical ground. The instrument must be connected to the ac power mains through a grounded power cable, with the ground wire firmly connected to an electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet. Any interruption of the protective (grounding) conductor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a potential shock hazard that could result in personal injury.

FUSES

Only fuses with the required rated current, voltage, and specified type (normal blow, time delay, etc.) should be used. Do not use repaired fuses or short-circuited fuseholders. To do so could cause a shock or fire hazard.

DO NOT REMOVE THE INSTRUMENT COVER

Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and internal adjustments must be made only by qualified service personnel.

DO NOT EXCEED INPUT RATINGS

This instrument may be equipped with a line filter to reduce electromagnetic interference and must be connected to a properly grounded receptacle to minimize electric shock hazard. Operation at line voltages or frequencies in excess of those stated on the line rating label may cause leakage current in excess of 5.0 mA

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Agilent Technologies 6843A, 6834B, 6814B, 6811B quick start Contents

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