NARDA 8718B, User Manual

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1 Chapter 1 Introduction
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Introduction
About the Model 8718B
Your Model 8718B is a hand-held, battery-powered
meter designed to simplify the measurement of
electromagnetic fields. It can be used with any
Narda 8700 Series probe. The 8718B is an
upgraded version of the original Model 8718.
Although there are many enhancements, the
8718B is most easily distinguished from its
predecessor by the quick-release style probe
connector.
The meter enables you to perform both simple
measurements and more demanding ones that
require averaging and/or data logging. It can be
mounted on a tripod and used with an optional
fiber optic link for enhanced accuracy in certain
applications.
Getting Started with the Model 8718B
It is important to become familiar with the Model 8718B before
you use it. Chapter 2 explains the basic meter hardware.
Chapters 3 and 4 cover probe selection and basic operation.
The menu system, which is the gateway to all the meter’s
advanced features, is the subject of Chapter 5.
It is strongly recommended that, as a minimum, you read
Chapters 2-4, and preferably Chapter 5, thoroughly before you
attempt to use the Model 8718B. The advanced features in
Chapters 6 though 17 can then be referred to as required.
Chapter 18 covers the use of the User's Software .
Return the Owner
Registration Card for
updates and your
copy of the
Applications Booklet.
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