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Log Sweep
In log sweep, the output frequency of the instrument varies in a logarithmic
fashion, that is, the output frequency changes in the way of ‘decade per
Second’. Choose Sweep → Page 1/2 → Type → Log, there is an exponential
function curve displayed on the waveform on the screen, indicating that the
output frequency changes in a logarithmic mode.
Figure 2-37 Log Sweep Interface
The formula below shows the relationship between frequency (f) and time (t)
in a logarithmic mode:
Where
f
start
is the Start Frequency,
f
stop
is the Stop Frequency and
t
sweep
is the
Sweep Time.
Sweep Trigger Source
The sweep trigger source can be internal, external or manual. The generator
will generate a sweep output when a trigger signal is received and then wait
for the next trigger source.