[Lowfer] Question on HP3586C

Tue, 5 Feb 2002 19:52:33 -0600

In my opinion, it works out much better to turn the auto calibrate off when
using it as a receiver. At the same time, it is usually adequete to leave
the full scale switch on "auto", switching it to "entry" only for extremely
weak signals. The ave (average) switch can help smooth things out when the
range is fluctuating wildly.

-Barry

----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael St. Angelo" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2002 6:30 PM
Subject: [Lowfer] Question on HP3586C

> Folks,
>
> I just received a HP3568C and intend to
> use it as a low frequency receiver.
>
> I don't have a manual, so I am still
> learning how to operate the set.
>
> So far, I have one question...
> When using the set in the AUTO CAL
> mode, I noticed the level display goes
> into a calibration mode and then
> reads the level usually in the -100dbm
> level with no input. This occurs as I vary
> the frequency. I am assuming the set
> recalibrates itself as the frequency
> is varied.
>
> On certain frequencies, however, it
> seems to attempt to cal but displays
> a level reading of E 3.4. When I tune
> past this frequency, it retries the CAL
> function and again reads the level in dbm.
>
> This is repeatable, and occurs on certain
> frequencies. Would someone know
> what this e 3.4 reading indicates?
> Is it an error message, or an overload
> condition. Any help would be appreciated.
>
> Finally, I guess I should get a manual
> for this set. Where could I purchase
> a manual?
>
> Regard's
>
> Mike N2MS
>
>
>
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