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Making Measurements
Measuring Frequency
Measuring Frequency
Description
The signal frequency and the amount of offset from the standard rate can be
measured to give an indication of probability of errors.
HOW TO:
1
Connect the signal to be measured to the IN port of the IN port of the Optical
Interface module.
2
Choose the required SIGNAL rate and LEVEL on the
display.
N O T E
1. Frequency measurement is always available even if test timing is off.
2. The result is only valid if a complete sweep of the highlighted bar has occurred
since the input was applied.
Test Period
Two counter gate periods, selected in the GATE field are provided simultaneously,
1s and 16s. For the 16s gate period a “Fuel Gauge” indicates progress towards the
next update.
RECEIVE
MAIN SETTINGS
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