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This text indicates product compliance with the ICES/ Canadian Interference- NMB Causing Equipment -001 Standard (ICES-001). User’s Guide Publication Number 33520-90001 (order as 33520-90000 manual set) Edition 2, September 2010 Copyright © 2010 Agilent Technologies, Inc. Agilent 33500 Series 30 MHz Function / Arbitrary Waveform Generator Agilent 33500 Series at a Glance The Agilent Technologies 33500 Series is a 30 MHz synthesized waveform generator with built-in arbitrary waveform and pulse capabilities. Its combination of bench-top and system features makes this waveform generator a versatile solution for your testing requirements now and in the future. Convenient bench-top features • 16 standard waveforms • Built-in 16-bit 250 MSa/s arbitrary waveform capability • Precise pulse waveform capabilities with adjustable edge time • LCD display provides numeric and graphical views • Easy-to-use knob and numeric keypad • Instrument state storage with user-defined names • Portable, ruggedized case with non-skid feet Flexible system features • Downloadable 1M-point or optional 16M-point arbitrary waveform memories. For details, see: www.agilent.com/find/33521U www.agilent.com/find/33522U • Optional