Prism
Operation Manual Issue 2.00
Page 2.1
2.
Getting started with the DSA-1
First, unpack your DSA-1 and check that you have all the items listed in the inventory
in section 1.2. Check that the packaging and its contents are undamaged; if not
contact your distributor or Prism Media Products Limited immediately.
The DSA-1 may be operated from its internal rechargeable battery or from the external
DC power adapter supplied. The type of DC adapter may vary according to the country
in which the product is sold, in order to achieve compliance with local regulations
concerning equipment safety. Check that the DC adapter supplied is suitable for use
with your mains voltage.
The DSA-1 may be supplied from the factory with the battery uncharged, in which case
the DC adapter must be used in order to operate the brand-new unit. You may either
operate from the DC supply and charge the battery later, or charge the battery
immediately as described below.
2.1. Equipment overview
The layout of the DSA-1 controls and connections is designed for maximum ease of use
in both 'hand-held' and 'desk-top' situations.
In the centre of the front panel are located 'CARRIER' and 'DATA' display panels,
wherein a number of LED indicators normally provide constant monitoring of the basic
properties of the signal-under-test.
Below these panels are a row of four keys for control of the monitoring D/A converter
(DAC) and the red [ON] key. At the bottom of the front panel are a row of I/O selection
controls which affect the operating modes of the DSA-1's connectors.
The upper part of the front-panel contains an LCD display and its associated keys
which provide a menu system for making detailed measurements, running Test
Sequences, and controlling all additional functions of the DSA-1.
The main test I/O connectors are situated along the right-hand edge of the DSA-1, and
the auxiliary-function connectors are along the front edge. All these connectors are
legended around the edge of the front panel. The headphone socket is at the near
right-hand corner of the DSA-1.