Agilent Technologies E3634A, E3633A Theory of Operation, Block Diagram Overview, starting on page

Theory of Operation

This chapter provides block diagram level descriptions of the power supply. The descriptions provide a basic understanding of circuit operation and are intended as an aid in troubleshooting. It is assumed in the following discussions that you are familiar with the operating and programming instructions presented in the E3633A and E3634A User’s Guide. Subjects covered include the following:

•Block Diagram Overview, starting on page 85

•AC Input and Bias Supplies, on page 87

•Floating Logic, starting on page 88

•D-to-A Converter, on page 90

•A-to-D Converter, on page 91

•Power Mesh and Control, starting on page 92

•Earth-Referenced Logic, on page 94

•Front Panel, on page 94

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