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SDS2000 X HD Ser vice Manual
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Safety Terms and Symbols
When the following symbols or terms appear on the front or rear panel of the instrument or in this
manual, they indicate special care in terms of safety.
This symbol is used where caution is required. Refer to the accompanying
information or documents to protect against personal injury or damage to the
instrument.
This symbol warns of a potential risk of shock hazard.
This symbol is used to denote the measurement ground connection.
This symbol is used to denote a safety ground connection.
This symbol shows that the switch is an On/Standby switch. When it is pressed,
the oscilloscope
’s state switches between Operation and Standby. This switch
does not disconnect the device's power supply. To completely power off the
oscilloscope, the power cord must be unplugged from the AC socket after the
oscilloscope is in the standby state.
This symbol is used to represent alternating current, or " AC ".
CAUTION
The " CAUTION " symbol indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a
procedure, practice, or condition which may be dangerous if not followed. Do not
proceed until its conditions are fully understood and met.
WARNING
The " WARNING " symbol indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a
procedure, practice, or condition which, if not followed, could cause bodily injury
or death. If a WARNING is indicated, do not proceed until the safety conditions
are fully understood and met.
