User Manual 9250
Portrayal 1-9
Auxiliary Inputs
Channel 2
There are two Channel 2 auxiliary inputs on the rear panel marked
INPUT and OFFSET.
The INPUT connector can be used as summing input to the front
panel signal. It also can be used as the main input if connectors are
available on the back only. However, the output is always from the
front panel connectors. Observe the input limitations as specified in
Appendix A to avoid damage to the amplifier circuit.
The OFFSET connector is used for dc signals only. Use this input
to offset your signal to any direction, positive or negative however,
always observe the positive and negative rail limitations as
specified in Appendix A to avoid damaging the amplifier circuits.
With normal configuration, this input is used for driving the front
panel output for channel 2 only. When the 9250 is configured for
differential outputs, these inputs are disabled and only channel 1
signal is amplified.
Differential Outputs
Switch
The Differential Outputs switch has two actions. In normal mode, it
separates between the two channels so each channel can be used
separately. In Differential Mode, this switch disables channel 2 inputs
and converts the internal circuits to output differential signals.
Channel 1 is used for outputting the normal output and channel 2 is
used for outputting the inverted signal. When this switch is
depressed, the front panel led illuminates, designating that the
differential mode has been selected.
Grounding
Considerations
Understanding how to connect your ground path could be critical to
preserving the integrity of your output signal. If you are using a single-
ended output then it will probably be safe for you to connect the
circuit ground to case ground. Always bear in mind the following
warning:
WARNING
Input and output grounds are tied together to case
ground and therefore, it is absolutely forbidden to
connect the output ground to a different level than
the input ground. Failure to adhere to this
limitation may damage the 9250 and the
surrounding equipment connected to its I/O
connectors.