BNC 765 Series User manual

Model 765 Rev.B
Fast Rise Time Pulse Generator
User's Manual
Rev 2.3 June 2020
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Summary
Model 765 REV.B USER Manual Cover..........................................................................................................................................1
GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY .....................................................................................................................................................4
TO AVOID FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
Use Proper Power Cord................................................................................................................................................................4
Ground the Product .....................................................................................................................................................................4
Observe All Terminal Ratings.......................................................................................................................................................4
Power Disconnect ........................................................................................................................................................................4
Do Not Operate Without Covers..................................................................................................................................................4
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures ....................................................................................................................................4
Avoid Exposed Circuitry ...............................................................................................................................................................4
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions...................................................................................................................................4
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere. .............................................................................................................................4
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry..........................................................................................................................................4
Provide Proper Ventilation ..........................................................................................................................................................5
SAFETY SYMBOLS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
AC POWER SOURCE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
POWER CONSUMPTION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
CALIBRATION ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
CLEANING ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
ABNORMAL CONDITIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS...........................................................................................................................................9
PRODUCT END-OF-LIFE HANDLING ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
EQUIPMENT RECYCLING ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
OPERATING REQUIREMENTS .....................................................................................................................................................10
POWER SUPPLY .................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS ....................................................................................................................................................... 10
PREFACE ....................................................................................................................................................................................11
PACKAGE CONTENTS..................................................................................................................................................................11
2-4 CHANNELS ................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
TRIGGER, VIEW, GENERATE AND SYNC ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY AND SOFT KEYBOARD ......................................................................................................................................... 12
SIMPLERIDER PULSE TOUCH USER INTERFACE .......................................................................................................................................... 12
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................................................... 13
POWER THE INSTRUMENT ON AND OFF .................................................................................................................................................. 13
PROTECT YOUR INSTRUMENT FROM MISUSE ............................................................................................................................................ 13
OBTAINING THE LATEST VERSION RELEASES ............................................................................................................................................. 15
INSTALL PULSE GENERATOR Model 765 APPLICATION ................................................................................................................................. 16
REMOTE CONTROL ....................................................................................................................................................................18
PREREQUISITE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
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AT INSTRUMENT COMMUNICATOR ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
INSTRUMENT OVERVIEW...........................................................................................................................................................25
FRONT PANEL .................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
REAR PANEL ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
GETTINGSTARTEDWITHModel 765...........................................................................................................................................27
INSTRUMENT CONTROL ....................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Front Panel Buttons................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Front Panel Numeric Keypad..................................................................................................................................................... 30
OUTPUT AND PULSE DEFINITION...............................................................................................................................................32
OUTPUT CHANNEL PARAMETERS ........................................................................................................................................................... 33
Vertical Parameters .................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Period / Frequency .................................................................................................................................................................... 34
PULSE PARAMETERS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 35
Width / Duty Cycle .................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Delay / Phase ............................................................................................................................................................................ 35
PARAMETER CONFLICTS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 37
PARAMETER LIMITS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 37
MULTIPLE PULSES OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................................. 37
Hint: how to generate a clock ................................................................................................................................................... 40
TRIGGER CONTROLS ..................................................................................................................................................................42
TRIGGER OUTPUT ............................................................................................................................................................................... 42
TRIGGER INPUT .................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Trigger Modes ........................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Multiple Pulse Interactions........................................................................................................................................................ 51
QUICK START.............................................................................................................................................................................53
SINGLE PULSE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
DOUBLE PULSE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Model 765 SOFTWARE...............................................................................................................................................................57
USER INTERFACE DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................................................................. 57
Parameters Area ....................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Graph Area................................................................................................................................................................................ 61
Command Bar Area ................................................................................................................................................................... 62
CONFIGURATIONS .....................................................................................................................................................................65
SAVE AS... ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 65
EXPORT CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 65
LOAD FROM… ................................................................................................................................................................................... 66
SETTINGS...................................................................................................................................................................................67
TRIGGER SETUP .................................................................................................................................................................................. 67
OUTPUT SETTINGS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 69
CLOCK SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 73
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REMOTE / LOCALE MODE ..........................................................................................................................................................74
Remote Desktop Connection .....................................................................................................................................................75
Self Calibration and Diagnostic .................................................................................................................................................75
Self Calibration ..........................................................................................................................................................................76
Self Diagnostic ...........................................................................................................................................................................76
Quick tips ...................................................................................................................................................................................77
General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products
connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Use Proper Power Cord
Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use.
Ground the Product
This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding
conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output terminals of the
product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings
To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for
further ratings information before making connections to the product.
Power Disconnect
The power cord provides Mains disconnect.
Do Not Operate Without Covers
Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures
If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry
Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
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Provide Proper Ventilation
Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
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Safety Requirements
This section contains information and warnings that must be observed to keep the instrument operating in a correct
and safe condition. You are required to follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety
precautions specified in this section.
Safety Symbols
Where the following symbols appear on the instrument’s front or rear panels, or in this manual, they alert you to
important safety considerations.
This symbol is used where caution is required. Refer to the accompanying information or documents
in order 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 frame or chassis connection.
This symbol is used to denote a safety ground connection.
On (Supply). This is the DC power connect/disconnect switch at the back of the instrument.
Off (Supply). This is the DC power connect/disconnect switch at the back of the instrument.
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This symbol is used to denote Power. It is located on the front panel and denotes
Power On/Off status of the instrument.
This symbol is used to denote Direct Current.
CAUTION
The CAUTION sign indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice or condition which, if not
followed, could possibly cause damage to equipment. If a CAUTION is indicated, do not proceed until its conditions
are fully understood and met.
WARNING
The WARNING sign indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice or condition which, if not
followed, could possibly cause bodily injury or death. If a WARNING is indicated, do not proceed until its conditions
are fully understood and met.
CAT I
Installation (Overvoltage) Category rating per EN 61010-1 safety standard and is applicable for the instrument front
panel measuring terminals. CAT I rated terminals must only be connected to source circuits in which measures are
taken to limit transient voltages to an appropriately low level.
Operating Environment
The instrument is intended for indoor use and should be operated in a clean, dry environment. Before using this
product, ensure that its operating environment is maintained within these parameters:
Temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C.
Humidity (operating): 5 % to 80 % relative humidity with a maximum wet bulb temperature of 29 °C at or below +40
°C, (upper limit de-rates to 20.6 % relative humidity at +40 °C . Non-condensing.
Humidity (non-operating): 5 % to 95 % relative humidity with a maximum wet bulb temperature of 40 °C at or below
+60 °C, (upper limit de-rates to 29.8 % relative humidity at +60 °C. Non-condensing.
Altitude (operating): Up to 3,000 meters (9,842 feet) at or below 25 °C.
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AC Power Source
For External AC Adapter: 100 to 240 VAC (+/-10%) at 45-66 Hz; Automatic AC voltage selection; Installation Category:
300V CAT II
No manual voltage selection is required because the external AC Adapter automatically adapts to line voltage.
Power Consumption
</= 150 watts
WARNING - Electrical Shock Hazard
Only use the power cord provided with your instrument.
Calibration
The recommended calibration interval is one year. Calibration should be performed by qualified personnel only.
Cleaning
Clean only the exterior of the instrument, using a damp, soft cloth. Do not use chemicals or abrasive elements. Under
no circumstances allow moisture to penetrate the instrument.
Abnormal Conditions
Operate the instrument only as intended by the manufacturer.
If you suspect the instrument’s protection has been impaired, disconnect the power cord and secure the instrument
against any unintended operation.
The instrument’s protection is likely to be impaired if, for example, the instrument shows visible damage or has been
subjected to severe transport stresses.
Proper use of the instrument depends on careful reading of all instructions and labels.
WARNING
Any use of the instrument in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair the instrument’s safety
protection.
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Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.
Product End-of-life Handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component.
Equipment Recycling.Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources.
The equipment may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly
handled at the product’s end of life. In order to avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce
the use of natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that
most of the materials are reused or recycled appropriately.
The symbol shown to the left indicates that this product complies with the European Union’s
requirements according to Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
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Operating Requirements
Power Supply
Source Voltage and Frequency
100 to 240 V RMS@ 50-60Hz
115VRMS@400Hz
Characteristic
condition
Min.
Nom.
Max.
Units
Voltage
Amplitude
45-66Hertz
85
100-240
264
VRMS
360-440 Hertz
100
115
132
VRMS
Voltage Wave
shape
All
Sine
Power Consumption
Maximum: 150W Measured: 125W
Surge Current
30 A peak (25°C) for 5 line cycles, after product has been turned
off for at least 30 s.
Mechanical Characteristics
Net Weight
10.5 kg
Net Weight with Package
11.5 kg
Overall Dimensions
Height: 160 mm
Width: 450 mm
Depth: 340 mm
Dimensions with Package
Height: 210 mm
Width: 500 mm
Depth: 400 mm
Environmental Characteristics
Temperature
Operating +5 °C to +50 °C (+41 °F to 122 °F)
Non-operating -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity
Operating 8% to 90% relative humidity with a maximum wet
bulb temperature of 29 °C at or below +50 °C, non-condensing
Non-operating 5% to 98% relative humidity with a maximum wet
bulb temperature of 40 °C at or below +60 °C, non- condensing
Altitude
Operating 3,000 m (9,843 feet)
Non-operating 12,000 m (39,370 feet)
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