Boonton 4240 RF Power Meter - Manual (Page 11)

Boonton 4240 Series RF Power Meter
1. General Information
This instruction manual provides you with the information you need to install, operate and maintain the
Boonton 4240 Series RF Power Meter. Section 1 is an introduction to the manual and the instrument.
Throughout this manual, the designation “4240” will be used to mean the 4240 Series RF Power Meter,
which includes both the single-channel Model 4241 and the dual-channel Model 4242.
1.1 Organization
The manual is organized into seven sections and three Appendices, as follows:
Section 1 - General Information presents summary descriptions of the instrument and its principal
features, accessories and options. Also included are specifications for the instrument.
Section 2 - Installation provides instructions for unpacking the instrument, setting it up for operation,
connecting power and signal cables, and initial power-up.
Section 3 - Getting Started describes the controls and indicators and the initialization of operating
parameters. Several practice exercises are provided to familiarize you with essential setup and control
procedures.
Section 4 - Operation describes the display menus and procedures for operating the instrument locally
from the front panel.
Section 5 - Remote Operation explains the command set and procedures for operating the instrument
remotely over GPIB bus.
Section 6 - Application Notes describes automatic measurement procedures and presents an analysis of
measurement accuracy. Definitions are provided for key terms used in this manual and on the screen
displays.
Section 7 - Maintenance includes procedures for installing software and verifying fault-free operation.
Section 8 - Appendix A - Error Messages defines the messages that are displayed when errors occur.
Section 9 - Appendix B - Warranty and Repair Policy states the policies governing the return and
replacement of modules and instruments during and after the warranty period.
General Information
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