HP 1GSa/s Digitizing Oscilloscope 16532A manual Test Record, Performance Test Interval

HP 16532A - Performance Tests

3-1. Introduction

The procedures in this section test the oscilloscope module’s electrical performance using the specifications listed in Section I as the performance standards. All tests can be performed without access to the interior of the instrument. At the end of this section is a form that can be used as a record of performance test results.

3-2. Recommended Test Equipment

Equipment recommended for performance tests is listed in table 1-3. Any equipment that satisfies the critical specifications given in the table may be substituted for the recommended models.

3-3. Test Record

Results of performance tests may be tabulated on the Performance Test Record (table 3-1) at the end of the procedures. The test record lists all of the tested specifications and their acceptable limits.

SECTION III

Performance Tests

The results recorded on the test record may be used for comparison in periodic maintenance and troubleshooting or after repairs and adjustments have been made.

3-4. Performance Test Interval

Periodic performance verification of the

HP 16532A Oscilloscope Module is required at one-year intervals. The instrument’s performance should be verified after it has been serviced, or if improper operation is suspected. Calibration should be performed before any performance verification checks.

3-5. Performance Test Procedures

All performance tests should be performed at the environmental operating temperature of the instrument, after a 30-minute warmup period.

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