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Table 3-2: Function keys
Function key
Assigned functions
[Freq]
Activates frequency entry.
[Level]
Activates level entry.
[Mod on/off]
Switches the modulation on and off.
[RF on/off]
Switches the RF output on and off.
3.2.1.5
Keypad
The keypad enables you to enter alphanumeric parameters, including the correspond-
ing units. It contains the following keys:
Table 3-3: Keys on the keypad
Type of key
Description
Alphanumeric keys
Enter numbers and (special) characters in edit dialog boxes.
Decimal point
Inserts a decimal point "." at the cursor position.
Sign key
Changes the sign of a numeric parameter. In the case of an alphanu-
meric parameter, inserts a "-" at the cursor position.
Unit keys
(G/n dB
μ
V, M/
μ
μ
V, k/m mV and
x1 dB(m))
These keys add the selected unit to the entered numeric value and com-
plete the entry.
In the case of level entries (e.g. in dB) or dimensionless values, all units
have the value "1" as multiplying factor. Thus, they have the same func-
tion as an [Enter] key.
3.2.1.6
Navigation Controls
The navigation controls include a rotary knob, navigation keys, and the display keys.
They allow you to navigate within the display or within dialog boxes.
Rotary Knob
The rotary knob has several functions:
●
Increments (clockwise direction) or decrements (counterclockwise direction) the
instrument parameter at a defined step width in the case of a numeric entry.
●
Moves the selection, e.g. to a function block in the block diagram
●
Shifts the selection bar within focused areas (e.g. lists).
●
Acts like the [Enter] key, when it is pressed.
Editing Keys
Editing keys enable you to confirm an entry, delete individual characters, or exit the
current operation.
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