[Lowfer] Question on HP3586C

Fri, 08 Feb 2002 20:56:04 +0000

Barry,

Thanks for the tips. I'll try them this weekend.

Mike
> 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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