Hantek HDG3000BC Series User manual

HDG3000B(C) Series
Functions and Arbitrary Waveform
Generator
User Manual
(V1.0.1)

Content
Copyright Declaration..........................................................................................................1
Summary of general safety matters.....................................................................................2
General Safety Summary.............................................................................................2
Safety Terms and Symbols...........................................................................................3
Product Scrapping........................................................................................................3
Brief Introduction..................................................................................................................4
Chapter 1 Quick Start ..........................................................................................................6
1.1 General Inspection.................................................................................................7
1.2 Front Panel.............................................................................................................7
1.3 Rear Panel..............................................................................................................9
1.4 Prepare Instrument for Use..................................................................................11
1.5 The User Interface................................................................................................12
1.6 Parameter Setting Method...................................................................................13
1.6.1 Numeric Keypad.........................................................................................13
1.6.2 Direction Keys and Knob ...........................................................................13
1.7 Help ......................................................................................................................14
Chapter 2 Basic Waveform Output....................................................................................15
2.1 Select the Channel...............................................................................................16
2.2 Set the Parameter................................................................................................16
2.2.1 Select the Basic Waveform........................................................................16
2.2.2 Set the Frequency......................................................................................16
2.2.3 Set the Amplitude.......................................................................................17
2.2.4 Set the DC Offset Voltage..........................................................................17
2.2.5 Set the Start Phase....................................................................................18
2.2.6 Set the Duty Cycle .....................................................................................19
2.2.7 Set the Symmetry.......................................................................................19
2.2.8 Set the Pulse Parameters..........................................................................20
2.2.9 Enable the Channel Output........................................................................21
2.3 Basic Waveform Output Example........................................................................22
Chapter 3 Arbitrary Waveform Output...............................................................................24
3.1 Enable Arbitrary Waveform ..................................................................................25
3.2 Select Arbitrary Waveform....................................................................................25
Chapter 4 Harmonic Output...............................................................................................30
4.1 Overview...............................................................................................................31
4.2 Set the Basic Waveform Parameters...................................................................31
4.3 Set the Harmonic Order .......................................................................................31
4.4 Set the Harmonic Type.........................................................................................32
4.5 Set the Harmonic Amplitude.................................................................................32
4.6 Set the Harmonic Phase ......................................................................................32
Chapter 5 Modulation ........................................................................................................33
5.1 AM Modulation......................................................................................................34
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5.1.1 SelectAM Modulation................................................................................34
5.1.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................34
5.1.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency.....................................................................34
5.1.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................34
5.1.5 Modulation Frequency ...............................................................................35
5.1.6 Modulation Depth.......................................................................................35
5.2 DSB-AM Modulation.............................................................................................35
5.2.1 Select DSB-AM Modulation .......................................................................36
5.2.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................36
5.2.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency.....................................................................36
5.2.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................36
5.2.5 Modulation Frequency ...............................................................................37
5.2.6 Modulation Depth.......................................................................................37
5.3 FM Modulation......................................................................................................37
5.3.1 Select FM Modulation................................................................................38
5.3.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................38
5.3.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency.....................................................................38
5.3.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................38
5.3.5 Modulation Frequency ...............................................................................39
5.3.6 Frequency Deviation..................................................................................39
5.4 PM Modulation......................................................................................................39
5.4.1 Select PM Modulation................................................................................40
5.4.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................40
5.4.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency.....................................................................40
5.4.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................40
5.4.5 Modulation Frequency ...............................................................................41
5.4.6 Phase Deviation.........................................................................................41
5.5 ASK Modulation....................................................................................................41
5.5.1 SelectASK modulation ..............................................................................41
5.5.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................42
5.5.3 Carrier Waveform Amplitude......................................................................42
5.5.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................42
5.5.5 ASK Rate....................................................................................................42
5.5.6 Modulation Amplitude.................................................................................43
5.6 FSK Modulation....................................................................................................43
5.6.1 Select FSK Modulation ..............................................................................43
5.6.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................43
5.6.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency.....................................................................43
5.6.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................43
5.6.5 FSK Rate....................................................................................................44
5.6.6 Hopping Frequency....................................................................................44
5.7 PSK Modulation....................................................................................................44
5.7.1 Select PSK Modulation..............................................................................44
5.7.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................45
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5.7.3 Carrier Waveform Phase............................................................................45
5.7.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................45
5.7.5 PSK Rate....................................................................................................45
5.7.6 Modulation Phase ......................................................................................45
5.8 BPSK Modulation.................................................................................................46
5.8.1 Select BPSK Modulation............................................................................46
5.8.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................46
5.8.3 Carrier Waveform Phase............................................................................46
5.8.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................46
5.8.5 BPSK Rate.................................................................................................46
5.8.6 Modulation Phase ......................................................................................47
5.9 QPSK Modulation.................................................................................................47
5.9.1 Select QPSK Modulation ...........................................................................47
5.9.2 Carrier Waveform Shape ...........................................................................47
5.9.3 Carrier Waveform Phase............................................................................47
5.9.4 Modulation Source.....................................................................................47
5.9.5 QPSK Rate.................................................................................................48
5.9.6 Modulation Phase ......................................................................................48
5.10 3FSK Modulation................................................................................................48
5.10.1 Select 3FSK Modulation ..........................................................................48
5.10.2 Carrier Waveform Shape .........................................................................48
5.10.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency...................................................................48
5.10.4 Modulation Source...................................................................................49
5.10.5 3FSK Rate................................................................................................49
5.10.6 Hopping Frequency..................................................................................49
5.11 4FSK Modulation................................................................................................49
5.11.1 Select 4FSK Modulation...........................................................................49
5.11.2 Carrier Waveform Shape..........................................................................49
5.11.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency...................................................................50
5.11.4 Modulation Source...................................................................................50
5.11.5 4FSK Rate................................................................................................50
5.11.6 Hopping Frequency..................................................................................50
5.12 OSK Modulation.................................................................................................50
5.12.1 Select OSK Modulation............................................................................51
5.12.2 Carrier Waveform Shape .........................................................................51
5.12.3 Carrier Waveform Frequency...................................................................51
5.12.4 Modulation Source...................................................................................51
5.12.5 OSK Rate.................................................................................................52
5.12.6 Oscillate Time...........................................................................................52
5.13 PWM Modulation................................................................................................52
5.13.1 Select PWM Modulation...........................................................................52
5.13.2 Carrier Waveform Shape .........................................................................52
5.13.3 Carrier Waveform Duty ............................................................................53
5.13.4 Modulation Source...................................................................................53
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5.13.5 Modulation Frequency .............................................................................53
5.13.6 Duty Deviation..........................................................................................54
Chapter 6 Sweep...............................................................................................................55
6.1 Select Sweep........................................................................................................56
6.2 Start Frequency and Stop Frequency...................................................................56
6.3 Center Frequency and Frequency Span..............................................................56
6.4 Linear Sweep........................................................................................................57
6.5 Sweep Time..........................................................................................................57
6.6 Return Time..........................................................................................................57
6.7 Hold Time .............................................................................................................58
6.8 Mark Frequency....................................................................................................58
6.9 Sweep Trigger Source..........................................................................................58
6.10 Trigger Output Edge...........................................................................................58
Chapter 7 Burst..................................................................................................................60
7.1 Select Burst..........................................................................................................61
7.2 Burst Type.............................................................................................................61
7.3 Burst Count...........................................................................................................63
7.4 Burst Period..........................................................................................................63
7.5 Burst Phase..........................................................................................................63
7.6 Trigger Source......................................................................................................63
7.7 Gate Polarity.........................................................................................................64
7.8 Trigger Output Edge.............................................................................................64
Chapter 8 Counter.............................................................................................................65
Chapter 9 Store..................................................................................................................66
9.1 Store System........................................................................................................66
9.2 File Operation.......................................................................................................66
Chapter 10 Utility...............................................................................................................69
10.1 Sync....................................................................................................................70
10.2 Impedance Settings............................................................................................71
10.3 System Settings..................................................................................................72
10.3.1 Language.................................................................................................72
10.3.2 Clock Source............................................................................................72
10.3.3 Power On Settings...................................................................................73
10.3.4 Intensity....................................................................................................73
10.3.5 System Information..................................................................................73
10.3.6 Unit...........................................................................................................73
10.3.7 Save Picture.............................................................................................73
10.4 Firmware Update................................................................................................74
Chapter 11 Remote Control...............................................................................................75
11.1 Install Keysight IO libraries suite........................................................................76
11.2 Remote Control via USB ....................................................................................80
Appendix ASpecifications..................................................................................................82
Appendix BAccessories....................................................................................................89
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Copyright Declaration
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Summary of general safety matters
General Safety Summary
Read the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any
products connected to it. To evade potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform maintenance.
Avoid fire or personal injury.
Use suitable power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the
country of use.
Connect and disconnect properly.Connect a probe with the oscilloscope before it is connected
to measured circuits; disconnect the probe from the oscilloscope after it is disconnected from
measured circuits.
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.
Connect the probe in a right way. The probe ground lead is at ground potential. Do not connect
the ground lead to an elevated voltage.
Check all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, check all ratings and markings on the
product. Refer to the product manual for detailed information about ratings before making
connections to the product.
Do not operate without covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is
present.
Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect there is damage to this product, have it
inspected by qualified service personnel.
Assure good ventilation.
Do not operate in wet/damp environments.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
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Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms on the product. The following terms may appear on the product:
Danger
It represents that harms may be caused to you at once if
you perform the operation.
Warning It represents that latent harms may be caused to you if
you perform the operation.
Notice
It represents the damage possibly caused to the product
or other properties if you perform the operation.
Characters on the product. The following characters may appear on the product:
Product Scrapping
Device Recycling
We need extract and utilize natural resources to produce this device. If you do not reclaim the
device in a proper way, some substances it contains may become harmful or poisonous to
environments or human bodies. To avoid them being released outside and to minimize the waste
of natural resources, we suggest you reasonably call back this device to ensure proper recovery
and recycling of most materials within it.
Notice
Please read
the manual
Protective
ground terminal Measuring
ground terminal Chassis
ground terminal
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Brief Introduction
HDG3000 series waveform generator is an economical, high performance, multi-functional dual
channel function/arbitrary waveform generator that does integrates functions of function generator,
arbitrary waveform generator, pulse generator, harmonic generator, analog/digital modulator,
counter, etc.
Features:
The six maximum output frequencies are 100MHz, 80MHz, 60MHz, 40MHz, 25MHz and
15MHz.
16-bit vertical resolution, 300MSa/s sampling rate for CH1 and CH2.
2 Mpts Max. arbitrary waveform Memory Depth.
Precisely adjust the phases of the two channels
160 waveforms or functions: Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Noise, Exponential Rise,
Exponential Fall, ECG, Gauss, Haversine, Lorentz, Dual Tones, Harmonics, Video Signal,
Radar Signal, DC etc.
Rise Time and Fall Time of the Pulse could be adjusted separately
Enable to output harmonic with specified order and amplitude, enable to output up to 16th
order of harmonic.
Various modulation types: AM, DSB-AM, FM, PM, ASK, FSK, PSK, BPSK, QPSK, 3FSK,
4FSK, OSK and PWM modulations.
Support frequency sweep and Burst output
Dual channels can perform internal /external /another channel modulation and
internal/external/manual trigger separately or at the same time.
Dual channels can output sync signal separately or at the same time
Provide 80MHz Counter; enable to measure various parameters of external signal such as
frequency, period, duty cycle, positive pulse width and negative pulse width.
Support waveform copy and state copy between channels.
Enable store and read instrument state file, and enable read arbitrary waveform data file from
external storage device.
Standard configuration interface: Front USB Host and RearUSB Device.
Abundant I/O: waveform output, sync signal output, modulation input, 10MHz clock
input/output and trigger input/output.
Support FAT32 formated USB storage device (flash type) storage
Provide Chinese and English help information, prompt message and interface display.
Equipped with powerful waveform editing PC software
Compatible with SCPI (Standard Command for Programmable Instruments).
4.3-inch color TFT LCD screen.
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Model
Model Channels Max.Frequency CH1/CH2
Sampling Rate
CH3
Sampling Rate
HDG3012B 2 15MHz 300MS/s -
HDG3022B 2 25MHz 300MS/s -
HDG3042B 2 40MHz 300MS/s -
HDG3062B 2 60MHz 300MS/s -
HDG3082B 2 80MHz 300MS/s -
HDG3102B 2 100MHz 300MS/s -
HDG3013C 3 15MHz 300MS/s 150MSa/s
HDG3023C 3 25MHz 300MS/s 150MSa/s
HDG3043C 3 40MHz 300MS/s 150MSa/s
HDG3063C 3 60MHz 300MS/s 150MSa/s
HDG3083C 3 80MHz 300MS/s 150MSa/s
HDG3083C 3 100MHz 300MS/s 150MSa/s
Format Conventions in this Manual
Keys
The keys on the front panel are usually denoted by the format of "Key Name (Bold) + Square
Brackets (Bold)". For example, [Utility].
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Chapter 1 Quick Start
This chapter introduces the front panel, rear panel, user interface and parameter setting method
as well as precautions when using the instrument for the first time.
General Inspection
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Prepare Instrument for Use
The User Interface
Parameter Setting Method
Help
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1.1 General Inspection
Please check the instrument as following steps after receiving an oscilloscope:
Check the shipping container for damage:
Keep the damaged shipping container or cushioning material until the contents of the
shipment have been checked for completeness and the instrument has been checked
mechanically and electrically.
Check the accessories:
Accessories supplied with the instrument are listed in "Accessories" in this manual. If the
contents are incomplete or damaged, please notify the franchiser.
Check the instrument:
In case there is any mechanical damage or defect, or the instrument does not operate properly or
fails performance tests, please notify the franchiser.
1.2 Front Panel
The content below simply describes and introduces the front panel of HDG3000B(C) so that you
can get familiar with it well within the shortest time.
1. On/Off Switch
2. Menu Softkey
Correspond to the left menus respectively. Press any softkey to activate the corresponding
menu.
3. Function Keys
Wave: Select the waveform that the current channel will output.
Setting: Set the parameters of the waveform that the current channel will output.
Utility: Auxiliary functions and system Settings.Used to set auxiliary function and system
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parameters.
Mod: Enablegenerate modulated waveforms.A variety of analog and digital modulation
methods are provided to generateAM, DSB-AM, FM, PM,ASK, FSK, PSK, BPSK, QPSK,
3FSK, 4FSK, OSK and PWM modulation signals.
Sweep: Enable generate sweep signals of "sine", "square", "ramp", "pulse", "harmonic" and
"arbitrary (except DC)".
Burst: Enablegenerateburst signals of "sine", "square", "ramp", "pulse", "harmonic" and
"arbitrary (except DC)".
Trigger: Manually triggered button.In sweep or burst mode, used to manually trigger CH1 or
CH2 to produce a sweep or burst signal (only when 1Output or 2Output is turned on).
CH1/2/3 or CH1/2: Channel switching.Press this button to switch menu setting channel.
After selectingCH1, users can set the waveforms, parameters, and configuration of CH1.
After selecting CH2, users can set the waveforms, parameters, and configuration of CH2.
After selecting CH3, users can set the waveform, parameters, and configuration of
CH3.Only HDG3000C supports CH3 output.
4. CH1/CH2 Output Connector
BNC connector with 50Ω nominal output impedance.
When 1Output or 2Outputis enabled (the backlight turns on), this connector output waveform
according to the current configuration of the channel.
5. Channel ON/OFF: Enable or disable the output of CH1 or CH2.
6. Direction Keys
When using the knob and direction keys to set parameters, the direction keys are used to
switch the digits of the parameter.
During file name input, they are used to move the cursor.
7. Knob
During parameter setting, it is used to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counterclockwise)
the current highlighted number. It is used to select file storage location or select the file to be
recalled when storing or recalling file. It is used to switch the character in the soft keyboard
when entering filename.
8. NumetricKeypad
It is used to input parameters and consists of numbers (0 to 9), decimal point (.), operators
(+/-).Note that if a negative is required, please input an operator "-" before the numbers. (For
the use method of the numeric keypad, refer to the introduction in "Parameter Setting
Method").
9. LCD
4.3-inch color TFT LCD screen, display the current function menu and parameter settings,
system stateas well as prompt messages.
10. Default
It is used to restore the instrument state to the factory default settings.
11. Help
To get the context help information about any front-panel key or menu softkey, press this key
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and then press the button you need to get the help information for.
12. USB HOST Interface
External storage device (USB disk) can be accessed for saving or loading settings files.The
file system format of the external storage device is FAT32 and the memory is no more than
32G.
1.3Rear Panel
1. CH1/CH2 Sync/ExtMod/TrigConnector
BNC connector with 50Ωnominal output impedance and 1KΩnominal input impedance.
Its function is determined by the current working mode.
Sync:
When 1Outputis enabled, this connector outputs the sync signal corresponding to the
current settings of CH1 (refer to the introduction in Sync).
ExtMod:
If modulation mode is enabled for CH1, and external modulation source is used, this
connector accepts an external modulation signal.
Trig:
If CH1 is in sweep or burst mode and external trigger source is used, this connector
accepts an external trigger signal (the polarity of the signal can be set).
2. CH3 SYNC Output Connector
BNC connector with 50Ω nominal output impedance.
When CH3 output is turned on, the connector outputs the sync signal corresponding to the
current settings of CH3 (refer to the introduction in Sync).
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3. CH3 Output Connector
BNC connector with 50Ω nominal output impedance.
When CH3 output is turned on (press [CH1/2/3] to select the CH3 window display, then press
CH3 softkey and switch to "ON"), the corresponding connector outputs the configured
waveform.
4. 10 MHz Reference In/Out (10MHz In/Out)
BNC connector with 50Ω nominal output impedance and 5KΩ nominal input impedance. The
function of this connector is determined by the type of clock used by the generator.
HDG3000B(C) can use internal or external clock (refer to the introduction in "Clock Source").
When internal clock source is used, the connector (used as 10MHz Out) can output
10MHz clock signal generated by the internal crystal oscillator of the generator.
When external clock source is used, the connector (used as 10MHz In) accepts a 10MHz
external clock signal.
This connector is usually used to synchronize multiple instruments (refer to the
introduction in "Clock Source").
5. Counter (0~3.3V, external signal input)
BNC connector with 500Ω nominal input impedance. It is used to accept an external signal to
be measured by the counter.
6. USB DEVICE Interface
7. Safety Lock Hole
8. AC Power Socket
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1.4 Prepare Instrument for Use
Adjust the Handle
To adjust the handle of the instrument, hold both sides of the handle and pull them outward, then
rotate the handle.
Connect to AC power cord
Connect the power cord as required.
This instrument can accept the power supply of 100-120VAC (±10%), 45-440 Hz or 120-240VAC
(±10%), 45-66Hz. Please use the power cord supplied with the accessories to connect the
instrument to the power supply.
Press the power switch on the front panel to turn on the instrument. If the instrument is not turned
on, make sure that the power cord is securely connected.Also make sure that the instrument is
connected to an energized power source.
Power Switch:
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To turn off the instrument, press the power switch.
1.5 The User Interface
Theuser interface is shown in the following figure.
1. Displays the selected channel.Only HDG3000C supports CH3 output.
2. Channel Parameters
Display the waveform parameters of the current channel.
Press the parameter softkey and use the numeric keypad or direction keys and knob to modify
the value. The parameters that can be modified will be highlighted, and the red background of
the number indicates the current cursor position.
3. Waveform
Display the selected waveform type of the current channel.
4. Channel Configuration
Displays the output configuration of the current channel, including waveform type, output
impedance, operating mode and output state.
Output Impedance: HighZ (High Impedance) or 50Ω.
Mode: Modulation, Sweep, Burst orContinuous output.
5. Menu
Displays the operation menu corresponding to the currently selected function. For example,
the function menu of the "Wave" button is displayed in the figure.
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1.6 Parameter Setting Method
Users can use the numeric keypad or knob and direction keys to set parameters.
1.6.1 Numeric Keypad
The numeric keypad consists of the following parts:
Number keys
The 0 to 9 number keys are used to directly input the desired parameter value.
Decimal point
Press this key to insert a decimal point "." at the current position of the cursor.
Operator Key
The operator key "+/-" is used to modify the operator of the parameter. Press this key to set the
parameter operator to "-".
1.6.2 DirectionKeys and Knob
Functions of the direction keys:
During parameter input, use the direction keys to move the cursor to select the digit to be
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edited.
During filename edit, use the direction keys to move the cursor.
Functions of the knob:
When the parameter is in editable state, turn the knob to increase (clockwise) or reduce
(counterclockwise) the parameter with specified step.
During filename edit, use the knob to select the characters in the soft keyboard.
In [Wave] >Arb >Type >User, use the knob to select arbitrary waveform.
In store and recall, use the knob to select the storage location of the file or to select the file to
be recalled.
1.7 Help
To get help information for any front panel keys or menu softkeys, press Helpbutton on the front
panel, and then press the button or softkey you need to get help information for.
If there are indexes for other topics in the content view, users can rotate the knob to choose a
different index and press the knob to enter the corresponding topic content.
PressHelpbutton again to exit.
Help Button:
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Chapter 2 Basic Waveform Output
HDG3000B(C) can output basic waveforms (including Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse and Noise)
from one of the channels separately or from the two channels at the same time.At start-up, the
channel is configured as a sine waveform with 1KHz frequency and 200mVpp amplitude by
default. This chapter introduces how to configure the instrument to output various basic
waveforms.
Select the Channel
Set theParameter
Basic Waveform Output Example
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