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Section 1 : Introduction Series 3700 System Switch/Multimeter Quick Start Guide
1-2 Document Number: 3700S-903-01 Rev. A / August 2007
Measure and switching capabilities
The basic measurement capabilities of Series 3700 systems are summarized in the following
figure.
Figure 1-1: DMM measurement capabilities
Introduction
This Quick Start Guide is intended to get a new user familiar with the operation of the
instrument. It summarizes operation for basic measurement functions and most features of the
Series 3700 instruments as well as provides answers to frequently asked questions.
NOTE In this guide, front panel controls are described. Your specific Series 3700 model may
or may not be equipped with all front panel controls and indicators shown.
User manual content
Refer to the Series 3700 User’s Manual for Series 3700 operations including a listing of
applicable Instrument Control Library (ICL) commands. The User's Manual includes important
additional information on topics covered in the Quick Start Guide, and full details on topics not
covered in this guide.
Details on the switching modules are covered in the Section 9 of the User’s Manual.