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2400 Series Operation Manual, 33237 Revision A, May 2004 A i
Preface
This publication describes an overview, specification, the local (front panel) operation, remote opera-
tion, and performance verification of Giga-tronics 2400 Series Microwave Synthesizer. The 2400 Series
includes a 2400A family of models (2400AL and 2400AM), 2400L family, and a 2400M family. The fol-
lowing Preface contains chapter descriptions, a record of changes made to the publication since its
production, and a description of the Special configurations. Changes that occur after production of
this publication, and Special Configuration data will be inserted as loose bound pages in the publica-
tion binder. Please insert and/or replace the indicated pages as detailed in the Technical Publication
Instructions included with new and/or replacement pages.
Chapters:
1- Overview and General Information
This chapter contains information basic information on the instrument and its performance parame-
ters.
2 - 2400 Operation
This chapter contains user information about the front panel operation. All controls and features are
described in this section.
3- Remote Operation
Describes how to operate the instrument from a remote location over General Purpose Interface Bus
(GPIB) or RS-232.
4- Specification & Performance Verification
This chapter contains 2400 specifications and step-by-step procedures to verify 2400 Series Micro-
wave Synthesizer performance.
Appendices:
A- Accessories and Options
Describes the accessories and options that are available for the 2400 Series Microwave Synthesizers.
Each accessory and option is described under its respective heading.
B - Remote Error Messaging
Provides a description of the remote error messages associated with remote operation of the 2400.
C- Remote Programming Examples
Provides a list of sample SCPI scripts used for remote operation of the 2400 Series. All programming
codes are presented in this chapter with various applications to aid you in understanding the opera-
tion.
Index
A subject listing of contents.
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