LeCroy WaveJet 300A series Parts list manual

Getting Started
Manual
WaveJet®300A Series
Oscilloscopes

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LeCroy Corporation
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INTRODUCTION...............................................................................7
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS..............................................................8
Safety Symbols and Terms........................................................................................8
Operating Environment..............................................................................................9
Cooling Requirements.............................................................................................10
AC Power Source....................................................................................................10
Power and Ground Connections..............................................................................11
Calibration...............................................................................................................11
Cleaning..................................................................................................................11
Abnormal Conditions...............................................................................................12
WHEN YOUR SCOPE IS DELIVERED..........................................13
Check that You Have Everything.............................................................................13
Warranty..................................................................................................................13
Maintenance Agreements........................................................................................13
SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................15
Max Input Range:.................................................................................16
Horizontal System ...................................................................................................17
Acquisition System..................................................................................................17
Acquisition Processing ............................................................................................18
Trigger System........................................................................................................18
Basic Triggers .........................................................................................................18
SMART Triggers......................................................................................................18
Documentation and Connectivity .............................................................................18
Display....................................................................................................................19
Analog Persistence..................................................................................................19
Zoom.......................................................................................................................19
Internal Waveform Memory .....................................................................................19
Setup Storage.........................................................................................................19
Math Tools ..............................................................................................................19
Measure Tools.........................................................................................................20
General ...................................................................................................................20
POWER-UP AND INSTALLATION ................................................25
Power-Up................................................................................................................25
Software..................................................................................................................25
Updating the System Software........................................................................26
PROBES .........................................................................................27
Probe Compensation...............................................................................................27
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS .........................................................28
Front Panel Buttons and Knobs...............................................................................28

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Trigger Controls..............................................................................................29
Horizontal Controls.........................................................................................29
Vertical Controls.............................................................................................30
Zoom Control Knobs......................................................................................30
Special Features Controls ..............................................................................31
General Control Buttons.................................................................................32
UNDERSTANDING DISPLAY INFORMATION............................. 34
Grid Area.................................................................................................................34
Top Status Bar........................................................................................................35
Bottom Status Bar...................................................................................................36
Message Line..........................................................................................................36
Trace Descriptors....................................................................................................36
TURNING ON TRACES................................................................. 37
VERTICAL SETTINGS AND CHANNEL CONTROLS.................. 38
Choosing Coupling..................................................................................................38
Bandwidth Limiting..................................................................................................38
Probe Attenuation....................................................................................................38
Inverting Waveforms ...............................................................................................39
Adjusting Sensitivity ................................................................................................39
Adjusting the Waveform's Position...........................................................................40
SAMPLING MODES....................................................................... 41
TIMEBASE SETUP ........................................................................ 41
TRIGGERING................................................................................. 42
Trigger Types..........................................................................................................42
Pulse Width Triggering ................................................................................43
Period Triggering............................................................................................44
Pulse Count Triggering...................................................................................45
TV Triggering..................................................................................................46
Horizontal Trigger Setup..........................................................................................47
Vertical....................................................................................................................47
To Set Up an Edge Trigger.............................................................................48
WAVEFORM MEASUREMENTS................................................... 50
Measuring with Cursors...........................................................................................50
Cursor Measurement Selections.....................................................................50
Cursor Placement...........................................................................................51
PARAMETER MEASUREMENTS................................................. 52
Measure Modes ......................................................................................................52
Standard Vertical Parameters.........................................................................52
Standard Horizontal Parameters.....................................................................53

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Other Parameters...........................................................................................54
Statistics..................................................................................................................54
DISPLAY FORMATS......................................................................55
Display Setup..........................................................................................................55
Display Types..........................................................................................................56
Zooming Waveforms ...............................................................................................56
Replay Mode...........................................................................................................57
SAVE AND RECALL......................................................................58
Saving and Recalling Scope Settings ......................................................................58
Saving and Recalling Waveforms............................................................................59
WAVEFORM MATH .......................................................................60
UTILITIES .......................................................................................61
Print Screen ............................................................................................................61
Configuration -- Page 1/2.........................................................................................62
Configuration -- Page 2/2.........................................................................................63
Calibration...............................................................................................................64
Status & Update......................................................................................................65

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INTRODUCTION
This brief guide includes important safety and installation information for your WaveJet
Series oscilloscope, along with brief operating procedures to get you started capturing,
viewing, and analyzing your waveforms.

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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 and Terms
Where the following symbols or terms 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 safety ground connection.
This symbol shows that the switch is a On/Standby switch. When it is
pressed, the scope’s state toggles between Operating and Standby
state. This switch is not a disconnect device. To completely remove
power to the scope, the power cord must be unplugged from the AC
outlet after the scope is placed in Standby state.
This symbol is used to denote "Alternating 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.

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CAT I
Installation (Overvoltage) Category rating per EN 61010-1 safety
standard and is applicable for the oscilloscope 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.
Note: Direct sunlight, radiators, and other
heat sources should be taken into account
when assessing the ambient temperature.
WARNING
The scope must not be operated in
explosive, dusty, or wet/damp
atmospheres.
The design of the instrument has been
verified to conform to EN 61010-1 safety
standard per the following limits:
Installation (Overvoltage) Categories II
(Mains Supply Connector) & I (Measuring
Terminals)
Pollution Degree 2
Protection Class I
Note:
Installation (Overvoltage) Category II refers
to local distribution level, which is applicable
to equipment connected to the mains supply
(AC power source).
Installation (Overvoltage) Category I refers
to signal level, which is applicable to
equipment measuring terminals that are
connected to source circuits in which
measures are taken to limit transient
voltages to an appropriately low level.
Pollution Degree 2 refers to an operating
environment where normally only dry non-
conductive pollution occurs. Occasionally a
CAUTION
Protect the scope’s display touch
screen from excessive impacts with
foreign objects.
CAUTION
Do not exceed the maximum specified
front panel terminal (CH1, CH2, CH3,
CH4, EXT) voltage levels. Refer to
Specifications for more details.
CAUTION
Do not connect or disconnect probes or
test leads while they are connected to a
voltage source.

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temporary conductivity caused by
condensation must be expected.
Protection Class 1 refers to a grounded
equipment, in which protection against
electric shock is achieved by Basic
Insulation and by means of a connection to
the protective ground conductor in the
building wiring.
Cooling Requirements
The instrument relies on forced air cooling
with internal fans and ventilation openings.
Care must be taken to avoid restricting the
airflow around the apertures (fan holes) at
each side of the scope. To ensure adequate
ventilation it is required to leave a10 cm (4
inch) minimum gap around the sides of the
instrument.
CAUTION
Do not block the ventilation holes
located on both sides of the scope.
CAUTION
Do not allow any foreign matter to enter
the scope through the ventilation holes,
etc.
AC Power Source
The instrument operates from a single-
phase, 100 to 240 Vrms (+/-10%) AC power
source at 50/60 Hz (+/-5%), or single-phase
100 to 120 Vrms (+/-10%) AC power source at
400 Hz (+/-5%).
No manual voltage selection is required
because the instrument automatically adapts
to line voltage.
Depending on the accessories installed (PC
port plug-ins, Ethernet & GPIB options, etc.),
the instrument can draw up to 75 W (75 VA).
Note:
The instrument automatically adapts
itself to the AC line input within the
following ranges:
Voltage
Range:
90 to 264 Vrms
90 to 132 Vrms
Frequency
Range:
47 to 63 Hz
380 to 420 Hz

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Power and Ground Connections
The instrument is provided with a grounded
cord set containing a molded three-terminal
polarized plug and a standard IEC320 (Type
C13) connector for making line voltage and
safety ground connection. The AC inlet
ground terminal is connected directly to the
frame of the instrument. For adequate
protection against electrical shock hazard,
the power cord plug must be inserted into a
mating AC outlet containing a safety ground
contact. Use only the power cord specified
for this instrument and certified for the
country of use.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard!
Any interruption of the protective
conductor inside or outside of the
scope, or disconnection of the safety
ground terminal creates a hazardous
situation.
Intentional interruption is prohibited.
The scope should be positioned to allow
easy access to the socket-outlet. To
completely remove power to the scope,
unplug the instrument’s power cord from the
AC outlet.
It is recommended that the power cord be
unplugged from the AC outlet if the scope is
not to be used for an extended period of
time.
CAUTION
The outer shells of the front panel
terminals (CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, EXT)
are connected to the instrument’s
chassis and therefore to the safety
ground.
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. To avoid electrical shock,
unplug the power cord from the AC outlet
before cleaning.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard!
No operator serviceable parts inside.
Do not remove covers.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

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Abnormal Conditions
Operate the instrument only as intended by
the manufacturer.
If you suspect the scope’s protection has
been impaired, disconnect the power cord
and secure the instrument against any
unintended operation.
The scope’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 scope in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer may
impair the instrument’s safety
protection.

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WHENYOURSCOPEISDELIVERED
Check that You Have Everything
First, verify that all items on the packing list or invoice copy have been shipped to you.
Contact your nearest LeCroy customer service center or national distributor if anything
is missing or damaged. If there is something missing or damaged, and you do not
contact us immediately, we cannot be responsible for replacement.
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NO OT TE E: : THE WARRANTY BELOW REPLACES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS, OR ADEQUACY FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE. LECROY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER IN
CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE. THE CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE
TRANSPORTATION AND INSURANCE CHARGES FOR THE RETURN OF
PRODUCTS TO THE SERVICE FACILITY. LECROY WILL RETURN ALL
PRODUCTS UNDER WARRANTY WITH TRANSPORT PREPAID.
Warranty
The oscilloscope is warranted for normal use and operation, within specifications, for a
period of three years from shipment. LeCroy will either repair or, at our option, replace
any product returned to one of our authorized service centers within this period.
However, in order to do this we must first examine the product and find that it is
defective due to workmanship or materials and not due to misuse, neglect, accident, or
abnormal conditions or operation.
LeCroy shall not be responsible for any defect, damage, or failure caused by any of the
following: a) attempted repairs or installations by personnel other than LeCroy
representatives or b) improper connection to incompatible equipment, or c) for any
damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-LeCroy supplies. Furthermore,
LeCroy shall not be obligated to service a product that has been modified or integrated
where the modification or integration increases the task duration or difficulty of
servicing the oscilloscope. Spare and replacement parts, and repairs, all have a 90-day
warranty.
The oscilloscope’s firmware has been thoroughly tested and is presumed to be
functional. Nevertheless, it is supplied without warranty of any kind covering detailed
performance. Products not made by LeCroy are covered solely by the warranty of the
original equipment manufacturer.
Maintenance Agreements
We offer a variety of services under the heading of Maintenance Agreements. These
give extended warranty and allow you to budget maintenance costs after the initial
three-year warranty has expired. Installation, training, enhancements, and on-site

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repairs, among other services, are available through special supplemental support
agreements. Inquire at your LeCroy customer service center or national distributor.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Vertical System
Bandwidth (-3 dB @ 50 ohms):
WJ354A
500 MHz
WJ352A
WJ334A
350 MHz
WJ332A
WJ324A
200 MHz
WJ322A
WJ314A
100 MHz
WJ312A
Input Channels: 4 (WJ354A/334A/324A/314A); 2 (WJ352A/332A/322A/312A)
Rise Time (typical):
WJ354A
750 ps
WJ352A
WJ334A
1.00 ns
WJ332A
WJ324A
1.75 ns
WJ322A
WJ314A
3.50 ns
WJ312A
Bandwidth Limiters:
WJ354A
20 MHz/100 MHz
WJ352A
WJ334A
WJ332A
WJ324A
20 MHz
WJ322A
WJ314A
WJ312A

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Input Impedance:
WJ354A
1 Mohm+/-1.5 % || 16 pF, 50 ohm +/-1.5 %
WJ352A
WJ334A
WJ332A
WJ324A
1 Mohm+/-1.5 % || 20 pF
WJ322A
WJ314A
WJ312A
Input Coupling:
WJ354A
GND, DC1Mohm, AC1Mohm, DC50ohm
WJ352A
WJ334A
WJ332A
WJ324A
GND, DC1Mohm, AC1Mohm
WJ322A
WJ314A
WJ312A
Max Input Range:
WJ354A
+/-400 Vpk CAT I (1 Mohms), 5 Vrms (50 ohms)
WJ352A
WJ334A
WJ332A
WJ324A
+/-400 Vpk CAT I (1 Mohms)
WJ322A
WJ314A
WJ312A
Vertical Resolution: 8-bit

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Sensitivity:
WJ354A
2 mV/div~10 V/div (1 Mohms), 2 mV/div~2 V/div (50 ohms)
WJ352A
WJ334A
WJ332A
WJ324A
2 mV/div~10 V/div (1 Mohms)
WJ322A
WJ314A
WJ312A
DC Gain Accuracy: +/-(1.5 % + 0.5% of full scale)
Offset Range:
2 mV/div~50 mV/div
+/-1 V
50.2m V/div~500m V/div
+/-10 V
502 mV/div~10 V/div
+/-100 V
Offset Accuracy: +/-(1 % + 0.5% of full scale + 1 mV)
Horizontal System
Timebase Range:
WJ354A
500 ps/div - 50 s/div
WJ352A
WJ334A
1 ns/div - 50 s/div
WJ332A
WJ324A
2 ns/div - 50 s/div
WJ322A
WJ314A
5 ns/div - 50 s/div
WJ312A
Clock Accuracy: 10 ppm
Acquisition System
Single-shot Sampling Rate: 1 GS/s
Sampling Rate -- Equivalent Time Sampling (RIS): 100 GS/s
2 Channel Max.: 2 GS/s (WJ354A/352A/334A/332A/324A/322A); 1 GS/s
(WJ314A/312A)

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Standard Record Length: 500 kpts/Ch
Standard Capture Time: up to 250 µs at 2 GS/s
(WJ354A/352A/334A/332A/324A/322A); up to 500 µs at 1 GS/s (WJ314A/312A)
Acquisition Processing
Averaging: Up to 256 sweeps
Peak Detect: Period of 1 ns
Trigger System
Trigger Modes: Auto, Normal, Single, Stop
Trigger Types: Edge, Pulse Width, Period, Pulse Count, TV
Trigger Source: Any Channel, Ext (100 mV/div), Ext/10(1 V/div), Line
Trigger Slope: Positive, Negative
Trigger Coupling: AC, DC, LFRej, HFRej
Holdoff by Time: up to 50 s
External Trigger Range: EXT: +/-0.5 V, EXT10: +/-5.0 V
External Trigger Impedance: 1 Mohms +/-1.5% || 16 pF (WJ354A/352A/334A/332A)
1 Mohms +/-1.5% || 20 pF (WJ324A/322A/314A/312A)
Basic Triggers
Edge/Slope: Triggers when the signal meets the slope (positive, negative) and level
condition
SMART Triggers
Pulse Width: 15 ns to 50 s
Period (Interval): 40 ns to 50 s
Pulse Count: Edge trigger with Holdoff between 1 and 9999 events
TV Trigger: NTSC, PAL, Custom
Line: up to 3000
Field: (1, 2, 4, 8)
Documentation and Connectivity
Waveform File Data: Save waveform data to internal reference traces or USB memory
in binary, ASCII or Mathcad formats
Screen Images: Save screen images to USB memory in a variety of formats with white
or black background. Print screen images using the rear USB port and a PictBridge®
compatible printer.

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USB: 1 front panel mounted USB and 1 rear panel mounted USB 1.1 port.
Probes
1 PP006A probe per channel (WJ354A/352A/334A/332A); 1 PP010 probe per channel
(WJ324A/322A/314A/312A)
Scale Factors: Automatically or manually selected depending on probe used
Display
Type: Color, 7.5" Flat Panel TFT LCD
Resolution: VGA: 640 X 480 pixels
Real Time Clock: Date, Hours, Minutes, Seconds displayed with Waveforms
Grid Styles: YT, XY, XY Triggered
Waveform Display Styles: Sample dots joined or dots only
Analog Persistence
Analog and Color-graded Persistence: Variable saturation levels
Persistence Selections: Select Single or Spectrum.
Persistence Aging Time: 100 ms, 200 ms, 500 ms, 1 s, 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, Infinite
Zoom
Zoom Expansion Traces: Horizontal expansion of up to 4 zoom traces in a separate
grid
Internal Waveform Memory
REF Waveforms: Store up to 5 waveforms to the internal reference memory
Setup Storage
Front Panel and Instrument Status: Store up to 5 setups to the internal memory or
save to a USB memory device for recall later
Math Tools
1 math trace; choose between Sum, Difference, Product, FFT (up to 8 kpts with
Rectangular, VonHann, and Flat Top windows)