Chapter 1 Performance Tests

Test 3: Channel 1 Frequency Accuracy (HP 53181A Only)

Test 3: Channel 1 Frequency Accuracy (HP 53181A Only)

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This set of tests verifies the frequency accuracy specifications of the HP 53181A Frequency Counter.

Equipment

HP 8663A Synthesized Signal Generator

HP 8340B Sweep Oscillator

HP 1250-0780 Type N-to-BNC Connector

HP 10100C 50Ω Feedthrough

HP 10503A BNC Cables (2)

Counter Setup

1Cycle the POWER key to preset the Counter.

2Using the Gate & ExtArm key, set gate time to TIME 1.000 s.

3Set CHANNEL 1 input conditions to:

Trigger/Sensitivity, AUTO TRG: OFF

Trigger/Sensitivity, LEVEL: 0.000 V 50Ω/1MΩ, 50Ω

DC/AC, DC

X10 Attenuate, Off 100kHz Filter, Off

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