R&S SMB100A, Operating Manual

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Manual Operation
R&S
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SMB100A
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Chapter 4.4.2, "Selecting a Control Element" , on page 74
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Chapter 4.4.3, "Switching Parameters On/Off" , on page 75
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Chapter 4.4.4, "Entering a Value" , on page 75
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Chapter 4.4.5, "Working with Units " , on page 77
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Chapter 4.4.6, "Selecting a Value from a List" , on page 77
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Chapter 4.4.7, "Terminating Entries with Confirmation" , on page 78
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Chapter 4.4.8, "Restoring the Previous Value" , on page 78
4.4.1 Working with the Cursor
After the instrument is switched on, the cursor is always on the first function block of
the diagram (default setting).
Moving the cursor on the display
► To move the cursor, use one of the following alternative methods:
a) Use the rotary knob or the arrow keys.
b) Use the WINBAR key to toggle between the active dialogs.
c) Use the ESC key.
Tip: Be aware that the function of the ESC key depends on the current cursor posi-
tion.
The function of this key depends on the current cursor position.
● Calls the next higher selection level.
● Closes the open window without accepting new entries; the old value or param-
eter is retained.
● In dialog boxes that contain a "Cancel" button it activates that button.
● Closes all kinds of dialog boxes, if the edit mode is not active.
● Quits the edit mode, if the edit mode is active.
● Switches between different entry fields of a menu.
● Shifts the entry cursor from the header display to the previously active menu, or
to the previously highlighted block in the block diagram if no menu is active.
Moving the coursor to the heading area
► Press the FREQ (CTRL+F) or LEVEL (CTRL+L) key to move the cursor to the
header area.
4.4.2 Selecting a Control Element
Control elements are always selected in the same way no matter whether a function
block in the diagram, a menu in the menu tree, a parameter in the menu or an entry in
a list or table is concerned.
► To activate an element, put the cursor on it.
Setting Parameters