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IM 701510-01E
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the YOKOGAWA DL1520/DL1520L/DL1540/DL1540L Digital
Oscilloscope.
This User’s Manual contains useful information about the functions and operating
procedures of the instrument, mainly DL1540. It also contains precautions that should be
observed during use. Main differences in the specifications between DL1540 and DL1520/
DL1520L/DL1540L are that DL1520 has two input channels, DL1520L has two input
channels and allows record length of up to 1M words, and DL1540L allows record length of
up to 2M words. Due to these differences, functions and operations differ slightly among
these models. For a detailed description, refer to the relevant sections of this manual. To
ensure correct use of the instrument, please read this manual thoroughly before operating it.
Keep the manual in a safe place for quick reference whenever a question arises.
Two manuals are provided with the instrument in addition to this manual.
Manual Name
Manual No.
Description
DL 1540/1540L/1520/1520L
IM701510-02E
Describes basic operations only.
Operation Guide
DL 1540/1540L/1520/1520L
IM701510-11E
Describes the communications functions
Communication Interface
for the GP-IB/RS-232-C interface.
User’s Manual
Notes
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of
improvements in the instrument’s performance and functions. Display contents illustrated
in this manual may differ slightly from what actually appears on your screen.
• Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy of its
contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please contact your
nearest YOKOGAWA representative as listed on the back cover of this manual.
• Copying or reproduction of all or any part of the contents of this manual without
YOKOGAWA’s permission is strictly prohibited.
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Revisions
1st Edition : June 1995
2ndEdition : October 1995
3rd Edition : February 1996
4th Edition : May 1996
5th Edition : September 1996
6th Edition : March 1997
7th Edition : May 1997
Disk No. DL16
7th Edition: May 1997 (YG)
All Rights Reserved, Copyright © 1995 Yokogawa Electric Corporation