FREQUENCY COUNTER

Presented by :
Allan Cahya G.
Amsy Hasmi S.
Frequency Counter

Frequency counter is an electronic instrument, that is used for

measuring frequency of an input signal. Frequency counters are
commonly used in laboratories, factories, and field environments to
provide direct frequency measurements of various devices.
Frequency Counter

In the early 1950s, the frequency counter was developed. The

device could measure and accurately indicate frequencies up to 10
MHz. Present-day frequency counters can accurately read frequencies
as high as 40 GHz. In addition to direct frequency measurement
indication, some types of frequency counters can measure the WAVE
PERIOD; RATIO; and TIME INTERVAL.
Frequency Counter

CLASSIC

MODERN
HP 5315A Frequency Counter
 HP 5315A Frequency Counter

Features :
The 5315A Universal Frequency Counter is an unique frecuency counter with 3
channel input.
Exceptional resolution at both low and high frequencies
Frequency range 0,1 Hz - 100 MHz for A and B input channels, Optional 1 GHz
for input channel C.
Flexible Signal Conditioning.
 8-digits resolution display.
Selectable gate time from 60 ms to 10 s.
 Choose AC or DC coupling.
Sensitivity control (variable attenuator)
Both channels have trigger level controls with easy setting.
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11. DELAY CHECK

1. DISPLAY
12. INPUT CH. A
2. ON/OFF SWITCH
13. INPUT CH. C
3. RESET
14. INPUT CH. B
4. SELECTOR CH. A
15. TRIGGER/SENS. CONTROL A
5. SELECTOR CH. B
16. TRIGGER/SENS. CONTROL B
6. DELAY SWITCH
17. AC/DC COUPLING A
7. RATIO SWITCH
18. AC/DC COUPLING B
8. GATE SWITCH AND SELECTOR C
19. RESOLUTION SWITCH A
9. REST SWITCH
20. RESOLUTION SWITCH B
10. SELECTOR FUNCTION
21. SELECTOR TRIGGER/SENS. A
22. SELECTOR TRIGGER/SENS. B
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How to Use Frequency Counter
 First Step

• Connect oscillator to frequency counter using

the BNC cable

oscillator
 Second Step

• Turn oscillator and frequency counter power

on
 Third Step

• Select a pure, unmodulated waveform from

the oscillator: sine, triangle, or pulse.
 Fourth Step

• Set the oscillator's amplitude (output level) about

halfway. Set its frequency to about 1000 Hz.
 Fifth Step

• Set the frequency counter to the lowest frequency

range. Set its gate to one per second. If it has a
frequency/period mode, set it to frequency.
 Sixth Step

• If the frequency counter has a "Hold" button,

press it. The display should hold the same count.
Press "Hold" again to resume normal operation.
 Seventh Step

• If you want to get new frequency from

Oscillator, change the oscillator frequency. The
counter should show the new frequency
momentarily.
 Eighth Step

• Change the "Gate" setting. The display should

update less often but with higher resolution.
 conclusion

A frequency counter is one of the easiest to use.

Their main purpose, measuring frequency, is
done by setting a few front panel switches.
 Tips

For best performance, give the frequency counter a

few minutes of power-on time to stabilize before
use.
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