LeCroy WaveMaster 8 Zi Parts list manual

Getting Started
Manual
WaveMaster 8Zi and Zi-A
Oscilloscopes

WaveMaster 8 Zi and Zi-A
Oscilloscopes
October, 2010

LeCroy Corporation
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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.
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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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome ................................................................... 12
Contact LeCroy for Support ......................................12
Thank You .................................................................13
Safety Requirements ................................................13
Safety Symbols..........................................................13
Operating Environment ............................................15
Safety Certification ...................................................16
Cooling ......................................................................17
AC Power Source.......................................................17
Power Consumption .................................................18
Power and Ground Connections...............................18
Calibration.................................................................20
Cleaning ....................................................................20
Abnormal Conditions................................................20
Hardware .................................................................. 22
Front Panel................................................................22
Detaching and Attaching the Front Panel.................23
I/O Panel ...................................................................25
Back Panel.................................................................27
External Display ........................................................27
Basic Controls ............................................................ 30
Hardware and Software Controls .............................30
Front Panel Controls .................................................30
Front Panel Groupings ..............................................31
Miscellaneous Setup Controls ..................................31
Trigger Front Panel Controls.....................................32
Horizontal Front Panel Controls ...............................33

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Vertical Front Panel Controls ................................... 34
Cursors Front Panel Controls ................................... 35
WaveScan Front Panel Controls............................... 36
General Controls Front Panel Controls .................... 36
Zoom and Math Front Panel Controls...................... 37
Connecting ................................................................ 38
Probe Interfaces....................................................... 38
ProLink Interface Adapters....................................... 43
Connecting the Adapters ......................................... 44
Auxiliary Output Signals ........................................... 44
Auxiliary Output Setup............................................. 45
Probes ....................................................................... 46
Passive Probe Compensation................................... 47
Display Dashboard ..................................................... 48
Screen Layout, Groupings, and Controls.................. 48
Menu Bar.................................................................. 48
The Quick Access Toolbar......................................... 49
The Signal Display Grid............................................. 50
Signal Display Grid Pop-Up Menu ............................ 52
Trace Descriptor Labels............................................ 52
Display Pop-Up Menu .............................................. 54
Annotating Traces .................................................... 54
Dialog Area............................................................... 56
Tool Bar Buttons....................................................... 57
Message Bar............................................................. 58
Turning on Channels and Traces ................................. 58
Timebase................................................................... 59
Timebase Setup and Control.................................... 59

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Setting up additional timebase setup and controls..59
Combining Channels .................................................60
Sampling Modes ........................................................ 64
Selecting a Sampling Mode.......................................64
Single-shot Sampling Mode ......................................65
Basic Capture Technique ..........................................65
Sequence Display Modes..........................................67
Sequence Mode Setup..............................................69
Zooming Segments in Sequence Mode ....................71
Displaying an Individual Segment.............................72
Viewing Time Stamps................................................73
RIS Sampling Mode - For Higher Sampling Rates .....74
Roll Mode..................................................................75
Vertical...................................................................... 76
Adjusting Sensitivity and Position.............................76
Adjusting Sensitivity..................................................76
Adjusting the Waveform's Position ..........................76
Coupling ....................................................................77
Overload Protection .................................................77
Setting Coupling........................................................77
Probe Attenuation ....................................................77
Setting up Probe Attenuation...................................77
Bandwidth Limits ......................................................78
Setting Bandwidth Limits..........................................78
Linear and (SinX)/X Interpolation .............................78
Interpolation Setup...................................................78
Inverting Waveforms ................................................79
Finding Scale .............................................................79

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Using Find Scale........................................................ 79
Variable Gain............................................................ 79
Enabling Variable Gain ............................................. 79
Channel Deskew....................................................... 80
Channel Deskew Setup............................................. 80
Response Optimization Modes ................................ 80
Trigger....................................................................... 82
Trigger Overview ...................................................... 82
Trigger Types............................................................ 82
Edge.......................................................................... 83
Width........................................................................ 83
Qualified A-B ............................................................ 83
Smart........................................................................ 84
Pattern (Logic).......................................................... 85
TV ............................................................................. 85
Qualified First........................................................... 86
Cascade .................................................................... 86
Serial Trigger ............................................................ 86
Trigger Settings ........................................................ 87
Simple Triggers......................................................... 88
Edge Trigger ............................................................. 88
Trigger Setup ............................................................ 88
Trigger Setup ............................................................ 88
TriggerScan............................................................... 95
Training TriggerScan................................................. 96
Starting TriggerScan ................................................. 97
Saving TriggerScan Setups........................................ 98
Viewing Waveforms................................................... 98

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Display Setup ............................................................98
Moving Traces from Grid to Grid............................100
XY Display................................................................101
Display Grids ...........................................................101
Zooming Waveforms ..............................................102
Zooming a Single Channel.......................................103
Touch-and-Drag Zooming .......................................105
Quickly Zooming Multiple Waveforms ...................106
Persistence..............................................................106
Persistence Setup ...................................................106
WaveStream Display Mode ....................................109
Adjusting Trace Intensity ........................................109
Analyzing Waveforms ...............................................110
Measure..................................................................110
Measuring with Cursors..........................................110
Cursors Setup..........................................................112
Overview of Parameters .........................................113
Parameter Setup.....................................................115
Measure Modes......................................................117
Help Markers ..........................................................118
Histograms..............................................................121
Creating and Viewing a Histogram .........................121
Math .......................................................................125
Math Traces and Functions Overview ....................125
Math Made Easy .....................................................125
FFT...........................................................................129
Analysis ...................................................................131
WaveScan ...............................................................131

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Parameter Analysis................................................. 134
Pass/Fail Testing..................................................... 136
Customization ........................................................ 143
Customization Overview ........................................ 143
Documenting Your Work Using LabNotebook ............145
Introduction to LabNotebook ................................ 145
Creating a Notebook Entry..................................... 146
Saving and Recalling Setups.......................................151
Saving Oscilloscope Setup(s) .................................. 151
Recalling Oscilloscope Setup(s).............................. 152
Recalling Default Settings....................................... 152
Saving and Recalling Waveforms ........................... 153
Saving Waveforms.................................................. 153
Recalling Waveforms.............................................. 157
Disk Utilities............................................................ 158
Deleting a Single File .............................................. 158
Deleting All Files in a Folder ................................... 159
Creating a Folder.................................................... 159
Utilities.....................................................................160
Status...................................................................... 160
Adding Software Options ....................................... 160
Remote Communication ........................................ 161
Remote Communication Setup .............................. 161
Printing and Hardcopy Functions........................... 162
Printer Setup .......................................................... 163
Adding Printers and Drivers ................................... 164
Printing a Screen Image ......................................... 164
Printing................................................................... 165

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Clipboard.................................................................165
File...........................................................................167
E-mail ......................................................................168
Auxiliary Output Signals..........................................170
Auxiliary Output Setup............................................170
Date and Time.........................................................171
Setting the Date and Time Manually ......................171
Setting the Date and Time from the Internet.........171
Setting the Date and Time from Windows .............172
Options ...................................................................173
Preferences.............................................................173
Enabling Audible Feedback.....................................173
Enabling Auto-calibration .......................................173
Optimizing Performance.........................................173
Setting an Offset Control ........................................174
Setting a Delay Control ...........................................174
Configuring E-mail Settings.....................................175
Acquisition Status ...................................................176
Service.....................................................................176
Show Windows Desktop .........................................177
Touch Screen Calibration........................................177
Managing Files..........................................................177
Hard Disk Partitions ................................................178
System Recovery Tool ...............................................178
Recovery Procedure Instructions............................178
Restarting the Application ......................................178
Restarting the Operating System............................178
Reference .................................................................179

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WaveMaster 8 Zi and Zi-A Specifications............... 179
CERTIFICATIONS ..................................................... 179
CE Declaration of Conformity................................. 179
EMC Directive......................................................... 179
Low-Voltage Directive ............................................ 180
UL and cUL.............................................................. 181
Contact LeCroy for Support.................................... 181
Windows®License Agreement ............................... 194
Index ........................................................................195

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a LeCroy product. We're certain you'll be pleased with the
detailed features so unique to our instruments.
This WaveMaster 8 Zi and Zi-A Getting Started Manual is designed to cover important
safety and installation information for your WaveMaster 8 Zi and Zi-A Series oscilloscope,
along with operating procedures so you're quickly working on waveforms. The LeCroy
website at www.lecroy.com maintains the most current specification information.
Information is covered in the following manner:
Get acquainted with your new instrument by reviewing topics covering hardware
(explaining the physical features of your new instrument), Basic Controls
(demonstrating the relationship between some front panel and screen layout
controls), to a section called Turning on Channels and Traces.
The next sections provide information on timebase settings, sampling modes, and
vertical settings.
Viewing Waveforms includes instructions on setting up your display, zooming
waveforms, and setting up persistence.
Analyzing Waveforms includes measuring with cursors, setting up parameter
measurements, an overview of math functions, and an introduction to WaveScan.
Remaining sections cover Documenting your Work Using LabNotebook, Saving and
Recalling Setups (also provides information on saving screen images and disk
utilities), the Utilities oscilloscope functions, Managing Files, the System Recovery
tool, and a Reference section including certification and contact information.
Contact LeCroy for Support
When your WaveMaster 8 Zi and Zi-A Series Oscilloscope is delivered, 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 you do
not contact us immediately, we cannot be responsible for replacement. If you have any
problems with your product, please Contact LeCroy for Support (on page 181). You can also
refer to additional support materials at www.lecroy.com, or the Online Help (located in the
Help menu on your instrument).
Depending on the specific Zi model you ordered, the rich feature set of the product series
offers fast data analysis, extensive triggering, a 15.3" in. 16:9 aspect ratio touch screen, and
a removable control panel. Other available options include expanded acquisition/analysis
memory, computer hardware (CPU, RAM, and hard drive), GPIB port, serial-triggers, Eye
Doctor II advanced signal integrity tools, QualiPHY compliance software, and superior data
analysis tools for numerous high-speed serial buses. Other software options include
spectral analysis and EMC measurements. Your local LeCroy support department is also
available to answer all your questions regarding options or upgrades for your instrument.

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Thank You
We truly hope these materials provide increased comprehension when using LeCroy's fine
products.
Sincerely,
David C. Graef
LeCroy Corporation
Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
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.

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This symbol is used to denote the measurement ground connection.
This symbol is used to denote a safety ground connection.
On (Supply). This is the AC mains connect/disconnect switch at the back of
the instrument.
Off (Supply). This is the AC mains connect/disconnect switch at the back of
the instrument.
This symbol shows that the switch is a Standby (power) switch located on
the front of the oscilloscope. Pressing this button toggles the oscilloscope’s
state between operating and Standby mode. This switch is not a
disconnect device. The instrument can only be placed in a complete Power
Off state by flipping the main power switch to the off (Zero) position or by
removing the power cord.
This symbol is used to denote Alternating Current.

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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 oscilloscope front panel measuring terminals. CAT
Irated 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: 510 to 40 °C.
Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 80 % for temperatures up to 31 °C
decreasing linearly to 50 % relative humidity at 40 °C.
Altitude: Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) at or below 25 °C.
Note: Direct sunlight, radiators, and other heat sources should be taken
into account when assessing the ambient temperature.

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WARNING
The oscilloscope must not be operated in explosive, dusty, or wet
atmospheres.
CAUTION
Protect the oscilloscope’s display touch screen from excessive impacts with
foreign objects.
CAUTION
Do not exceed the maximum specified front panel terminal (CH1, CH2,
CH3, CH4, AUX IN, and AUX OUT) voltage levels. Refer to Specifications for
more details.
Safety Certification
The design of the instrument has been verified to conform to applicable EN
61010-1, UL 61010-1 2nd Edition and CSA C22·2 No·61010-1-04 safety
standards for the following limits:
Installation (Overvoltage) Categories II (Mains Supply Connector) & I
(Measuring Terminals).
Pollution Degree 2.
Protection Class I.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
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.

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Pollution Degree 2 refers to an operating environment where
normally only dry non-conductive pollution occurs. Conductivity
caused by temporary condensation should be expected.
Protection Class 1 refers to 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
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 the sides, rear, and bottom of the
oscilloscope. For sides and rear apertures, ensure adequate ventilation by
leaving the required 10 cm (4 inch) minimum gap around the sides and
rear of the instrument. For bottom apertures, the oscilloscope feet (up or
down) provide adequate clearance as paper or light objects can be drawn
to and obstruct the opening.
CAUTION
Do not block the ventilation holes located on both sides and rear of the
oscilloscope. For bottom apertures, always keep items like sheets of paper
clear of the oscilloscope bottom.
The instrument also has internal fan control circuitry that regulates the fan
speed based on the ambient temperature. This is performed automatically
after start-up with no manual intervention required.
CAUTION
Do not allow any foreign matter to enter the oscilloscope through the
ventilation holes, etc.
AC Power Source
100 to 240 VAC (+/-10%) at 45/66 Hz; 100-120 VAC at 400 Hz (+/-5%);
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No manual voltage selection is required because the instrument
automatically adapts to line voltage.
Power Consumption
</= 975 watts (975 VA) for 4 - 16 GHz 8 Zi series models and for 4 –20 GHz
8 Zi-A series models. </= 1025 watts (1025 VA) for 20 - 30 GHz 8 Zi series
models and 25 –45 GHz for 8 Zi-A series models (depending on accessories
installed - probes, PC port plug-ins, etc.).
Power consumption in Standby Mode: 22 Watts.
Power and Ground Connections
The instrument is provided with a 15A/250V 14AWG rated grounded cord
set containing a molded three-terminal polarized plug and a specific IEC-
60320 (Type C15) connector for making line voltage and safety ground
connections. 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.
WARNING - Electrical Shock Hazard
Only use the power cord provided with your instrument.
Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the
oscilloscope, or disconnection of the safety ground terminal creates a
hazardous situation. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
In Standby mode, the oscilloscope is still connected to the AC supply. The
instrument can only be placed in a complete Power Off state by physically
disconnecting the power cord from the AC supply or by flipping the main
power switch on the back of the oscilloscope to the off (Zero) position.
CAUTION
The outer shells of the front panel terminals (CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, AUX IN,
AUX OUT) are connected to the instrument’s chassis and therefore to the
safety ground.

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Standby (Power) Switch and Oscilloscope Operational
States
The front Standby (Power) switch controls the operational state of the
oscilloscope. This toggle switch is activated by momentarily pressing and
releasing it. The color of the LED below the switch indicates the status of
the oscilloscope as follows:
On (LED Green)* –oscilloscope is fully powered and operational
Standby (LED off)* –oscilloscope is powered off (except for some
housekeeping circuits)
Standby (LED Blinks Green) –oscilloscope’s computer subsystems
(hard drive, etc.) are in Standby (reduced Power mode). All other
oscilloscope subsystems are fully powered.
* Factory Settings
The oscilloscope’s factory settings result in only two basic oscilloscope
states: On (LED Green) or Standby (LED Off). In this case of Standby (LED
Off), the oscilloscope is powered off with the exception of some
housekeeping circuitry (approximately 22 watts dissipation). The
oscilloscope can only be placed in a complete power off state by flipping
the main power switch at the back of the oscilloscope to the Off (zero)
position, or by unplugging the instrument’s power cord from the primary
power source (AC outlet). It is recommended that the power cord be
unplugged from the AC outlet if the oscilloscope is not being used for an
extended period of time.
Although changes can be made to the oscilloscope's original factory
settings via the Power Options Properties menu in Windows under
Control Panel → Power Options, it is important to note that the Windows
Power Option named Standby provides control of only the oscilloscope’s
computer subsystems (CPU, hard drive, etc.) and does not affect the other
subsystems within the oscilloscope. In general, these other subsystems
remain fully powered. For additional information on setting these Power
Options, see the Windows Help menu or other related technical
documentation. In terms of control buttons, this oscilloscope uses only a
power button/switch and therefore references to a sleep button are not
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The oscilloscope can always be placed in the Standby state (LED Off) –
Power Off (except for some housekeeping circuits) by pressing and holding
in the Standby toggle switch for approximately 5 seconds.
CAUTION
Hibernate mode is not supported by the Power button. Therefore,
Windows® Power Options must not be changed from the default Never
setting to System Standby or System Hibernate modes.
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.
Avoid electrical shock hazard by unplugging 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.
Abnormal Conditions
Operate the instrument only as intended by the manufacturer.
If you suspect the oscilloscope’s protection has been impaired, disconnect
the power cord and secure the instrument against any unintended
operation.
The oscilloscope’s protection is likely to be impaired if, for example, the
instrument shows visible damage or has been subjected to severe
transport stresses.