pico Technology PicoScope 9400 Series User manual

QUICK START GUIDE
PicoScope®9400 Series
Sampler-extended real-time oscilloscopes

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Quick Start Guide PicoScope 9400 Series Oscilloscopes
Contents
Introduction ................................................................................... 1
Step 1: Installing the PicoSample 4 software.............................. 1
Step 2: Safety information............................................................ 1
Step 3: Connecting your PicoScope SXRTO ................................ 3
Input and output connections ...................................................... 3
Front-panel indicators ................................................................... 4
LAN connection instructions........................................................ 4
Additional information .................................................................. 4

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a PicoScope 9400 Series sampler-extended real-time oscilloscope.
The instruments are two- or four-channel, high-bandwidth 5 GHz or 16 GHz oscilloscopes with
up to 1 or 2.5 TS/s random equivalent-time sampling rate. This guide explains how to install
the PicoSample 4 software and connect your PicoScope. It also contains important safety
information and advice on accessing user manuals and technical support.
We recommend that you follow Steps 1 to 3 in order:
Step 1: Install the PicoSample 4 software
Step 2: Read the PicoScope 9400 Series safety information
Step 3: Connect the PicoScope
Step 1: Installing the PicoSample 4 software
1.1 System requirements
To ensure that PicoSample 4 operates correctly, you must use a computer with the system
requirements shown in the table below.
Item Specications
Operating system Microsoft Windows 8 or 10, 32-bit and 64-bit versions
Processor, memory,
free disk space As required by the operating system
Ports USB 2 or 3
1.2 Installing the software
1. Run the PicoSample-4_Setup.exe le directly from the ash drive provided with your
PicoScope.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Do not connect the PicoScope
until the installation is complete.
3. You can try out the software by clicking the new PicoSample 4 icon on your desktop and
then selecting the demo device.
For more information on the software, please refer to the built-in help.
Step 2: Safety information
To prevent possible electrical shock, re, personal injury, or damage to the product, carefully
read this safety information before attempting to install or use the product. In addition, follow all
generally accepted safety practices and procedures for working with and near electricity.
The product has been designed and tested in accordance with the European standard
publication EN 61010-1: 2010 (Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement,
Control and Laboratory Use) and and EN 61010-2-30: 2010 (Requirements for Testing and
Measuring Circuits). The product left the factory in a safe condition.
The following safety descriptions are found throughout this guide:
A WARNING identies conditions or practices that could result in injury or death.
A CAUTION identies conditions or practices that could result in damage to the product or
equipment to which it is connected.
2.1 Symbols
These safety and electrical symbols may appear on the product or in this guide.
Symbol Description
Chassis terminal
Possibility of electric shock
Caution Appearance on the product indicates a need to
read these safety and operation instructions.
Do not dispose of this product
as unsorted municipal waste
WARNING
This product and accessories are for professional use by trained and qualied technicians
only. To prevent injury or death use the product only as instructed and use only accessories
that have been supplied or recommended. Protection provided by the products may be
impaired if used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer.
2.2 Maximum terminal ratings
Observe all terminal ratings and warnings marked on the product.
The table below and/or markings on the product indicate the full-scale measurement range and
overvoltage protection range. The full-scale measurement ranges are the maximum voltages
that can be accurately measured by the instrument and the overvoltage protection ranges are
the maximum voltages that will not damage the instrument.
WARNING
To prevent electric shock, do not attempt to measure voltages outside of the specied full-
scale measurement range and do not attempt to connect voltages outside the overvoltage
protection range.

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Model Input/output Overvoltage protection Full-scale range
All Channels CH1 to CH2/CH4 ±1.4 V (DC + peak AC) ±800 mV
PicoScope 9402 DIRECT trigger input ±3 V (DC + peak AC) ±1 V
PicoScope 9404-16 PRESCALE trigger input ±2 V (DC + peak AC) 2 V p-p
PicoScope 9402-16 3 V p-p
PicoScope 9404 CAL output
±2 V (DC + peak AC)
±1 V pk
PicoScope 9404 TRIGGER output ±750 mV pk
All Clock recovery DATA and
CLK outputs (optional) ±150 mV pk typ.
WARNING
Signals exceeding the voltage limits in the table below are dened as “hazardous live” by
EN61010. To prevent electric shock, take all necessary safety precautions when working on
equipment where hazardous live voltages may be present.
Signal voltage limits of EN 61010-1:2010
±70 V DC 33 V AC RMS ±46.7 V pk max.
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not directly connect the PicoScope to the mains (line power).
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not use the product if it appears to be damaged in any way, and
stop use immediately if you are concerned by any abnormal operations.
CAUTION
To avoid causing permanent damage to the oscilloscope and other connected equipment, do
not exceed the overvoltage protection range on any cable, connector or accessory.
2.3 Grounding
WARNING
The PicoScope’s ground connection through the USB cable is for measurement purposes only.
The PicoScope does not have a protective safety ground.
Never connect the ground input (chassis) to any electrical power source. To prevent personal
injury or death, use a voltmeter to check that there is no signicant AC or DC voltage between
the PicoScope ground and the point to which you intend to connect it.
CAUTION
To avoid causing permanent damage to the PicoScope, the attached computer, and other
equipment, do not apply a voltage to the ground input.
To prevent measurement errors caused by poor grounding, always use the high-quality blue
USB cable supplied with the oscilloscope.
2.4 External connections
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, only use the power cord and adaptor supplied with the product.
These are approved for the voltage and plug conguration in your country.
Model External DC power supply
Voltage Current (no accessories) Current (with accessories)
PicoScope 9404-05
PicoScope 9404-16 12 V DC ± 5%
2.7 A max. 3.3 A max.
PicoScope 9402-05
PicoScope 9402-16 1.8 A max. –
CAUTION
Take care to avoid mechanical stress or tight bend radii for all connected leads, including
all coaxial leads and connectors. Mishandling will cause deformation of sidewalls, and will
degrade performance and accuracy.
2.5 Environment
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not use in wet or damp conditions, or near explosive gas or
vapor.
CAUTION
To prevent damage, always use and store your oscilloscope in appropriate environments.
Storage Operating Quoted accuracy
Temperature −20 °C to +50 °C +5 °C to +40 °C +15 °C to +25 °C
Humidity Up to 95 %RH (non-condensing) Up to 85 %RH (non-condensing) at +25 °C
Altitude Up to 2000m
Pollution degree 2

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Step 3: Connecting your PicoScope SXRTO
1. Make sure that you have installed the PicoSample 4 software. This is necessary to allow
you to operate the PicoScope.
2. If the software is running in demo mode, close it before you connect the PicoScope.
3. Connect the PicoScope to your PC using the USB cable supplied. See the diagram below.
e
a
l
a. PC
b. PC USB port
c. Pico USB cable
d. Clock recovery CLK and
DATA outputs (optional)
e. PicoScope USB and LAN
ports
f. DC power cable
g. PicoScope device
h. Trigger output
j. Prescaled trigger input[1]
k. Calibration signal output
l. Input channels[2] 1–4
m. Power and status LEDs
[1] 16 GHz model only
[2] 50Ω input impedance.
With power and control
interfaces for future
accessories.
h
j
m
bcd
f
g
k
b. PC USB port
c. Pico USB cable
d. Clock recovery CLK and DATA
outputs (optional)
e. PicoScope USB port
f. DC power cable
g. PicoScope device
i. Direct trigger input
j. Prescaled trigger input[1]
l. Input channels[2] 1–2
m. Power and status LED
e
m
bcd
f
g
j
l
i
4. Wait for your computer to install the device. While doing so it will display a message or
icon in the taskbar telling you it has found the device.
5. Run the software by clicking the new PicoSample 4 icon on your desktop. PicoSample 4
will automatically detect and identify your PicoScope.
6. In the Connect Device dialog that appears, select the PicoScope and click Connect Device.
Once the device is connected, you can use the oscilloscope.
For more detailed instructions on setting up your PicoScope device, download the User’s Guide
and Data Sheet.
2.6 Care of the product
The product contains no user-serviceable parts. Repair, servicing and adjustment require
specialized test equipment and must only be performed by Pico Technology or an approved
service provider. There may be a charge for these services unless covered by the Pico ve-year
warranty.
Inspect the instrument and all probes, connectors, cables and accessories before use for signs
of damage.
WARNING
To prevent electric shock do not tamper with or disassemble the oscilloscope, case parts,
connectors or accessories.
When cleaning the PicoScope, use a soft cloth, moistened if necessary with a solution of mild
soap or detergent in water. To prevent electric shock, do not allow water to enter the casing, as
this will compromise the electronics or insulation inside.
CAUTION
Do not block the air vents at the back of the PicoScope as overheating will damage the
instrument.
Do not insert any objects through the air vents as internal interference will cause damage to
the instrument.
To prevent dirt ingress, t dust caps to all unmated connectors and remove them only during
connection.

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Writing your own software
A software development kit with all the drivers and other les you will need to develop your own
custom programs is installed with the PicoSample 4 software. Pico also maintains repositories
of examples in various programming languages on GitHub, at github.com/picotech.
Technical support
Regularly updated technical support information can be found on the Pico Technology technical
support web page and users’ forum at www.picotech.com/tech-support.
Warranty and returns
Your oscilloscope is supplied with a ve-year return-to-manufacturer warranty.
Accessories are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase. You may also
return your PicoScope for any reason within 14 days of purchase for a refund. For
terms and conditions, visit www.picotech.com/about.
YEAR
YEAR WARRANTY
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launches, software upgrades and application notes as well as hints and advice. We keep
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General statement of conformity
The enclosed instrument has been calibrated in accordance with the manufacturer’s
verication procedure using standards that are traceable to UK national standards. The test
location’s quality management system complies with, and its calibration process is controlled
under, ISO 9001:2015. The calibration processes are designed to certify that the instrument
was within its published specication at the time of calibration. The measurements were
made in a monitored environment.
Input and output connections
The PicoScope 9400 Series User’s Guide contains a detailed description of input and output
connections.
Front-panel indicator (PicoScope 9402 models)
Flashing green while intializing. Steady green when connected to USB port. Steady amber while
waiting for trigger. Flashing amber while triggering.
Front-panel indicators (PicoScope 9404 models)
Upper LED: Red when oscilloscope uninitialized. Flashing green while intializing. Steady green
when correctly set up.
Lower LED: Flashing green while searching for USB connection. Flashing red while searching for
LAN connection. Flashing amber indicates triggering.
LAN connection instructions (PicoScope 9404 models only)
Default IP address: 192.168.0.221
To change the IP address:
1. Connect the oscilloscope’s USB port to the PC.
2. Click Help > About... > TCP/IP Properties. The TCP/IP Properties dialog opens.
3. If changes are required, click Set New TCP / IP Properties and in the Conrm dialog click
OK. Enter the desired address in the second TCP/IP Properties dialog.
To switch to the LAN interface:
1. Make any necessary adjustments to the LAN settings under the System menu.
2. Make sure that there is no USB connection.
3. Turn off the scope.
4. Connect the LAN connector to your Local Area Network (LAN).
5. Turn on the scope.
Additional information
Documentation
The Data Sheet contains the latest specications for your PicoScope device. We recommend
that you download a copy and keep it for easy reference. For detailed information on operating
and installing your product, you should consult its User’s Guide. You can download PDF copies
of all documentation relevant to your oscilloscope, including the Programmer’s Guide, from
www.picotech.com/downloads.
Software updates and replacement
You can download the latest versions of the PicoSample 4 software free of charge from
www.picotech.com/downloads.