B&K Precision 4084-4087 - Manual - Manual (Page 5)

4080 series Function & Arbitrary/Function Generators –Instruction Manual
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1. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description
The B&K Precision 4080 Series are laboratory grade synthesized function generators with a wide
frequency range of up to 120 MHz. Direct digital synthesis (DDS) techniques are used to create
stable, accurate output signals for clean, low distortion sine waves and an extensive selection of
built-in standard and arbitrary waveforms. The instrument supports AM, FM, FSK, PSK and pulse
modulation and linear and logarithmic sweep. Modulation parameters can be set precisely and are
adjustable over a wide range. The 4080 Series supports internal and external modulation sources as
well as internal, external and gated trigger sources.
All models are capable of generating complex, predefined arbitrary waveforms. Additionally,
models 4084AWG and 4086AWG provide the flexibility to create custom waveforms. The AWG
module includes an intuitive, graphical Windows based software tool for creating and editing
custom arbitrary waveforms and transferring the waveforms to the instrument’s non-volatile
memory. The software also provides a direct interface to Tektronix® TDS1000, TDS2000
TPS2000 and TDS3000 series digital storage oscilloscopes offering users a convenient means to
recreate waveforms originating from the DSO’s display or internal memory.
The 4080 Series front-panel operation is straightforward. Parameters can be entered using the knob
or directly via the numerical keypad and unit keys.
The instruments are fully programmable via the standard RS232 interface. The command set is
SCPI (standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) compatible.
The combination of classical function and arbitrary waveform generator makes this series a versatile
solution for many applications in Electronic Test and Design, Sensor Simulation, Education and
Training.
1.2 Features
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Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) architecture
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Wide frequency range of 1µHz ~ 120MHz (model 4087, sine wave only)
 Clean and stable output of very small signals down to 1mV (50Ω)
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27 build-in standard and complex waveforms.
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Eight downloadable 16000 point memories for custom arbitrary waveforms (models
4084AWG and 4086AWG only)
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Graphical Arbitrary Waveform Generation Software tool for Microsoft ® Windows TM
(models 4084AWG and 4086AWG only)
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Convenient data input via knob or numerical keypad.
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Bright, easy to read display using VFD (Visible Vacuum Fluorescent) technology
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Fully programmable via SCPI compatible command set
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100 MHz Universal Counter with frequency measurement and totalize function