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3.5.4
Accessing the functionality
All functionalities are provided in dialog boxes as known from computer programs. You
can control the instrument intuitively with the touchscreen. This section provides an
overview of the accessing methods.
The instrument's functions and settings can be accessed by selecting one of the follow-
ing elements:
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System and function keys on the front panel of the instrument
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Taskbar/softkeys on the touchscreen
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Context-sensitive menus for specific elements on the touchscreen
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Elements on the status bar in the touchscreen
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Displayed setting on the touchscreen, that means block diagram and all settings
available in dialogs.
To open a dialog box
► Perform one of the following actions:
● Tap the required block, and then the menu entry.
● Tap the minimized view (thumbnail) on the taskbar.
Some of the utility keys access a dedicated dialog, too.
To minimize a dialog box
► Tap the "Minimize" icon in the upper right corner.
To close a dialog box
To close a dialog box, you have the same controls as you know from computers or
devices with touchscreen.
► Perform one of the following actions:
● Tap the "Close" icon in the upper right corner.
● Press the [Esc] key on the front panel.
● Drag and drop a minimized dialog from the taskbar to the block diagram.
To select an option in a dialog box
► Tap the required option.
To select an option in a list
If many options are available - for example, for the trigger mode - the options are provi-
ded in a list. The current selection is shown on the list button.
1. Tap in the list.
2. To navigate through the list, try out the following:
● Using a mouse, scroll in the list, tap the required option.
● Use the rotary knob.
● Use [On/Off Toggle] key to select the succeeding option
Instrument control
