Section I; General Information; Introduction; Manual Description - HP 3457A Service Manual

SECTION I
GENERAL INFORMATION
1-1. INTRODUCTION
1-2. This manual contains information relating t o the installation, operation, performance testing, calibration, a n d
service of the HP 3457A Multimeter. T h e information is designed f o r the use of service trained personnel. Other
users should refer t o the HP 3457A Operating Manual.
1-3. MANUAL DESCRIPTION
1-4. T h e following paragraphs provide a general description of the manual layout and content:
Section I. General Information
Section
I contains a brief description of the manual, and a general description o f the instrument. This
section also contains the instrument specifications and information concerning options a n d accessories.
Section II. Installation Procedures
Section 11 contains information t o prepare the HP 3457A f o r use. Included in this section is power
requirements, line voltage selection, and interfacing information.
Section Ill. Operating Instructions
Section I11 contains operating instructions necessary t o service the H P 3457A. These operating instruc-
tions are a condensed version of those contained in the Operating, Programming and Configuration
Manual.
Section IV. Performance Tests
Section I V contains information and procedures required t o test the HP 3457A t o its rated specifica-
tions. Also included in this section is a condensed version of the performance test (operational verifica-
tion test) which will provide a more rapid test and give a 90% confidence that the instrument will meet
its specifications.
Section V. Calibration
Section V contains procedures required t o calibrate the HP 3457A t o its rated specifications.