Video Signal Generator Owner's And Programmer's Manual

2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Operation
Model 801GC, 801GF & 801GX ¥ Rev. A
Introduction
This chapter gives you a basic overview of the
Quantum Data model 801G*’s front panel operating
modes and how the displays and controls function
in the normal operating mode. Other chapters in this
manual cover topics that you may need to know in
order to operate the unit. Please refer to the table of
contents or index to locate additional specific infor-
mation on how to use the 801G*.
Operating Modes
Front panel operation
The current firmware supports three main modes of
front panel operation:
• Normal signal format and test image selection.
All knobs and pushbuttons function as labeled.
The upper knob is used to select formats from
a list of formats stored in non-volatile memory.
The lower knob selects test images (patterns)
from a list of built-in and user created images.
This is the factory default setting for how the
generator will operate on normal power-up.
This mode is suitable for use by engineering
and service groups that need to be able to
quickly select any combination of format and
test image that they may need.
It is also possible to set the 801G* to continu-
ously cycle through the test image list using a
given format in this mode. This can be used
for burn-in testing or for running single mode
displays at trade shows.
Normal Format
and Images
Selection Mode