Preface

This is the User Manual for the AWG2021 250 MHz Arbitrary Waveform

Generator.

Getting Started covers the features of the AWG2021, initial inspection, and start up. In particular, the start up section covers the procedures required prior to turning on the unit and points that require special care or caution.

Operating Basics first describes the components of the AWG2021 and their functions. Then it describes the operating procedures used to output waveforms from the AWG2021 by presenting a few simple examples.

Reference explains the specific functions and execution method details for each menu.

Appendices describe options and accessories, product specifications, performance verification instructions, sample waveform library, functional operation, and other information.

Related Manuals

Other documentation for the instrument includes:

￿The AWG2021 Programmer Manual (Tektronix part number 070-8657-50) explains how to control the AWG2021 with a computer through the GPIB or RS-232-C interface. This manual is a standard accessory.

￿The AWG2021 Service Manual (Tektronix part number 070-9098-50) provides information to maintain and service AWG2021, and provides a complete board-level description of the instrument's operation. This manual is an optional accessory.

Conventions

In sections 2 through 4, you will find various procedures that contain steps of instructions for you to perform. To keep those instructions clear and consistent, this manual uses the following conventions:

￿Names of front panel controls and menu item names are printed in the manual in bold with the same case (e.g., initial capitals, all upper case) as they appear on the unit itself.

￿Instruction steps are numbered. When the number is omitted there is only one step.

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