User Manual
    GDS-3000 Series User Manual 
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First Time Use 
Background 
This section describes how to connect a signal, 
adjust the scale, and compensate the probe. Before 
operating the GDS-3000 in a new environment, 
run these steps to make sure the instrument 
performs at its full potential. 
1. Power On 
Follow the procedures on the previous page. 
2. Set the date 
and time 
Set the date and time. 
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3. Reset system 
Reset the system by recalling the 
factory settings. Press the Default 
Setup key on the front panel. For 
details, see page 161. 
4. Install optional 
software 
The optional software packages 
(Power Analysis, Serial Bus Decode) 
can be activated. If the optional 
software has not been purchased, a 
time trial demonstration can be 
activated. 
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5. Connect probe 
Connect the probe to the Channel1 input terminal 
and probe compensation signal output (2Vp-p, 
1kHz square wave). 
Set the probe attenuation to x10 if the probe has 
adjustable attenuation. 










