Rigol MSO8000 Series User manual

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RIGOL
Quick Guide
MSO8000 Series Digital
Oscilloscope
Jul. 2019
RIGOL (SUZHOU) TECHNOLOGIES INC.

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manual, please contact RIGOL.
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General Safety Summary
1. Only the exclusive power cord
designed for the instrument
and authorized for use within
the local country could be
used.
2. Ensure that the instrument is
safely grounded.
3. Observe all terminal ratings.
4. Use proper overvoltage
protection.
5. Do not operate without covers.
6. Do not insert objects into the
air outlet.
7. Use the proper fuse.
8. Avoid circuit or wire exposure.
9. Do not operate the instrument
with suspected failures.
10. Provide adequate ventilation.
11. Do not operate in wet conditions.
12. Do not operate in an explosive
atmosphere.
13. Keep instrument surfaces clean
and dry.
14. Prevent electrostatic impact.
15. Handle with caution.
Safety Notices and Symbols
Safety Notices in this Manual:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not
avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not
avoided, could result in damage to the product or loss of
important data.
Safety Terms on the Product:
DANGER
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed,
could result in injury or hazard immediately.
WARNING
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed,
could result in potential injury or hazard.
CAUTION
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed,
could result in damage to the product or other devices
connected to the product.

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Safety Symbols on the Product:
Hazardous
Voltage
Safety
Warning
Protective Earth
Terminal
Chassis Ground
Test Ground
Care and Cleaning
Care
Do not store or leave the instrument where it may be exposed to direct sunlight
for long periods of time.
Cleaning
Clean the instrument regularly according to its operating conditions.
1. Disconnect the instrument from all power sources.
2. Clean the external surfaces of the instrument with a soft cloth dampened
with mild detergent or water. When cleaning the LCD, take care to avoid
scarifying it.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the instrument, do not expose it to caustic
liquids.
WARNING
To avoid short-circuit resulting from moisture or personal injuries,
ensure that the instrument is completely dry before connecting it
to the power supply.
Document Overview
This manual gives you a quick review about the front and rear panel of
MSO8000 series, the user interface, and the basic operation method.
Tip
For the latest version of this manual, download it from the official website
of RIGOL (www.rigol.com).

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Format Conventions in this Manual
1. Key
The key on the front panel is denoted by the format of "Key Name (Bold)
+ Text Box" in the manual. For example, Utility denotes the "Utility" key.
2. Menu
The menu items are denoted by the format of "Menu Word (Bold) +
Character Shading". For example, System denotes the "System" menu
item under Utility.
3. Operation Procedures
denotes the next step of operation. For example, Utility System
denotes that first press Utility, and then press the System softkey.
4. Knob
Label
Knob
Label
Knob
Horizontal
SCALE
Horizontal Time
Base Knob
Vertical
SCALE
Vertical Scale
Knob
Horizontal
POSITION
Horizontal
Position Knob
Vertical
OFFSET
Vertical Offset
Knob
Wave Vertical
SCALE
Waveform Vertical
Scale Knob
Trigger
LEVEL
Trigger Level
Knob
Wave Vertical
POSITION
Waveform Vertical
Position Knob
Multifunction
Knob
Content Conventions in this Manual
MSO8000 series includes the following models. Unless otherwise specified, this
manual takes MSO8204 as an example to illustrate the functions and operation
methods of MSO8000 series digital oscilloscope.
Model
Max.
Analog
Bandwidth
No. of
Analog
Channels
No. of Function/Arbitrary
Waveform Generator
Channels
No. of
Digital
Channels
MSO8064
600 MHz
4
2 (Opt.)
16 (Required
to purchase
the probe)
MSO8104
1 GHz
4
2 (Opt.)
16 (Required
to purchase
the probe)
MSO8204
2 GHz
4
2 (Opt.)
16 (Required
to purchase
the probe)

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General Inspection
1．Inspect the packaging
If the packaging has been damaged, do not dispose the damaged
packaging or cushioning materials until the shipment has been checked
for completeness and has passed both electrical and mechanical tests.
The consigner or carrier shall be liable for the damage to the instrument
resulting from shipment. RIGOL would not be responsible for free
maintenance/rework or replacement of the instrument.
2．Inspect the instrument
In case of any mechanical damage, missing parts, or failure in passing the
electrical and mechanical tests, contact your RIGOL sales
representative.
3．Check the accessories
Please check the accessories according to the packing lists. If the
accessories are damaged or incomplete, please contact your RIGOL
sales representative.
Product Overview
MSO8000 series is a medium and high-end mixed signal digital oscilloscope
designed on the basis of the ASIC chip (RIGOL self-owns its intellectual
property right) and UltraVision II technical platform developed by RIGOL.
Integrating 7 independent instruments into one, the MSO8000 series is
equipped with the analog bandwidth of up to 2 GHz, extremely high memory
depth of 500 Mpts, sound waveform display effects, excellent waveform
capture rate, and powerful data analysis functions. Many of its specifications
have reached the top level in the industry. Meanwhile, it supports the real-time
eye diagram measurement and jitter analysis. Its cost-effective features and
high performance make it prominent as the 2 GHz mixed signal digital
oscilloscope.
For descriptions of the front panel, refer to Figure 1 and Table 1; for
descriptions of the rear panel, refer to Figure 2 and Table 2; and for
descriptions of the main interface (display screen), refer to Figure 3 and Table
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Figure 1 Front Panel
Table 1 Front Panel Description
No.
Description
No.
Description
1
Capacitive Touch Screen
11
RUN/STOP Key
2
Function Menu Operation Keys
12
Single Trigger Control Key
3
Quick Key (Shortcut Key)
13
Trigger Control System
4
Multifunction Knob
14
Vertical Control System
5
Common Operation Keys
15
Analog Channel Input Terminals
6
Touch Lock Key
16
Probe Compensation Signal Output
Terminal/Ground Terminal
7
Horizontal Control System
17
Digital Channel Input Interface
8
CLEAR Key
18
Dual-channel Function/Arbitrary
Waveform Generator Output
Terminals[1]
9
Auto Waveform Display Key
19
USB HOST Interface
10
Waveform Control System
20
Power Key
Note:[1] This port function needs to be activated by purchasing the MSO8000-AWG option.
1 2 345 6 7 8 910 11 12 13
20 19 18 17 16 15 14

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Figure 2 Rear Panel
Table 2 Rear Panel Description
No.
Description
1
Handle
2
LAN Interface
3
USB DEVICE Interface
4
USB HOST Interface
5
HDMI Video Output
6
Reference Clock Input/Output
7
EXT Trigger Input
8
Trigger Output Interface
9
Kensington Security Lock Hole
10
Fuse
11
AC Power Cord Connector
1 2 3 4 5
11 10 98 7 6

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Figure 3 User Interface
Table 3 User Interface Icons
No.
Description
No.
Description
1
Analog Channel Label and Waveform
13
Operation Menu
2
Operating Status
14
Notification Area
3
Horizontal Time Base
15
Arbitrary Waveform Generator 2
Waveform Label
4
Sample Rate and Memory Depth
16
Arbitrary Waveform Generator 1
Waveform Label
5
Auto Measurement Label
17
Digital Channel Status Area
6
Waveform Memory
18
CH4 Status Label
7
Trigger Position
19
Message Box
8
RUN/STOP Label
20
CH3 Status Label
9
Horizontal Position
21
CH2 Status Label
10
Trigger Type
22
CH1 Status Label
11
Trigger Source
23
Digital Channel Label and Waveform
12
Trigger Level/Threshold Level
24
Function Navigation
24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13
1 23 45 67 8 9 10 11 12

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To Prepare for Use
To Adjust the Supporting Legs
Adjust the supporting legs properly to use them as stands to tilt the oscilloscope
upwards for stable placement of the oscilloscope as well as better operation
and observation, as shown in Figure 4.
(a) To unfold the supporting legs
(b) To fold the supporting legs
Figure 4 To Adjust the Supporting Legs
To Connect to AC Power
The input AC power requirements of the oscilloscope are 100~240 V, 45~440
Hz. Please use the power cord provided in the accessories to connect the
oscilloscope to the AC power source via the power cord connector, as shown in
Figure 5.
Figure 5 To Connect to AC Power
Power Cord Connector
Supporting Legs

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Turn-on Checkout
When the oscilloscope is connected to power, press the Power key at the
lower-left corner of the front panel to start the oscilloscope. (You can also press
Utility System Power status, and select "Switch On". After the
instrument is connected to power source, it will start directly.) During the
start-up process, the oscilloscope performs a series of self-tests. After the
self-test, the welcome screen is displayed.
To Set the System Language
MSO8000 series oscilloscope supports multiple system languages. You can
press Utility Language to set the system language.
To Connect the Probe
RIGOL provides the passive probe, the active probe, and the logic probe for
MSO8000 series. For specific probe models, please refer to MSO8000 Series
Datasheet . For detailed technical information of the probes, please refer to the
specified Probe User’s Guide.
Connect the passive probe:
1. Connect the BNC terminal of the probe to an analog channel input
terminal of the oscilloscope on the front panel, as shown in Figure 6.
2. Connect the ground alligator clip or spring of the probe to the circuit
ground terminal, and then connect the probe tip to the circuit point to be
tested.
Figure 6 To Connect the Passive Probe
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compensation adjustment before making measurements. For detailed
procedures, refer to "Function Inspection" and the "Probe
Compensation" sections introduced in this manual.
Connect the active probe:
Take RP7150 (the active differential probe) as an example.
1. Connect the probe head to the preamp of the active probe, as shown in
Figure 7.
Figure 7 To Connect the Probe Head to the Preamp of the Active Probe
2. Connect the other end of the preamp to an analog channel input terminal
of the oscilloscope on the front panel, as shown in Figure 8. Note that you
should push the probe to the end to ensure that it is tightly connected.
Figure 8 To Connect the Active Probe
3. Use the probe auxiliary equipment to connect the probe front to the circuit
under test. For details about the probes, refer to RP7000 Series Active
Probe User's Guide .
After connecting the active probe, you can perform probe calibration and offset
voltage adjustment if necessary. For detailed procedures, refer to the
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Connect the logic probe:
1. Connect the output terminal of the logic probe to the digital channel input
terminal on the front panel of the oscilloscope in the correct direction, as
shown in Figure 9.
2. Connect the other terminal of the logic probe to the signal terminal under
test. RIGOL's MSO8000 series has a configuration of a logic probe
RPL2316. To apply to different application scenarios, RPL2316 provides
three connection methods to connect the signal under test. For details,
refer to RPL2316 Logic Probe User’s Guide .
Figure 9 To Connect the Logic Probe
Note:
Before you connect the logic probe to the signal under test, connect logic
probe's adapter provided in the accessories to its corresponding channel
group.
The digital channel input terminal does not support hot plugging. Please
do not insert or pull out the logic probe when the instrument is in
power-on state.
Function Inspection
1. Press Default on the front panel, and then a prompt message "Restore
default?" is displayed. Press or tap OK to restore the oscilloscope to its
factory default settings.
2. Connect the ground alligator clip of the probe to the "Ground Terminal" as
shown in Figure 10 below.
3. Use the probe to connect the input terminal of CH1 of the oscilloscope and
the "Compensation Signal Output Terminal" of the probe, as shown in
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Figure 10 To Use the Compensation Signal
4. Set the probe attenuation to 10X, and then press AUTO.
5. Observe the waveform on the display. In normal condition, the square
waveform as shown in Figure 11 should be displayed.
Figure 11 Square Waveform Signal
6. Use the same method to test the other channels. If the square waveforms
actually shown do not match that in the figure above, please perform
"Probe Compensation" introduced in this manual.
WARNING
To avoid electric shock when using the probe, please make sure
that the insulated wire of the probe is in good condition. Do not
touch the metallic part of the probe when the probe is connected
to high voltage source.
Compensation Signal
Output Terminal
Ground Terminal

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Probe Compensation
When the probes are used for the first time, you should compensate the probes
to make them match the input channels of the oscilloscope. Non-compensated
or poorly compensated probes may cause measurement inaccuracy or errors.
The probe compensation procedures are as follows:
1. Perform Step 1, 2, 3 and 4 specified in "Function Inspection".
2. Check the displayed waveforms and compare them with Figure 12.
Figure 12 Probe Compensation
3. Use a nonmetallic screwdriver to adjust the low-frequency compensation
adjustment hole on the probe until the waveform is displayed as "Perfectly
compensated" in the figure above.
Touch Screen Operation
MSO8000 series provides a 10.1-inch super large capacitive touch screen,
which supports multi-touch and gesture operation. It has strong waveform
display capability and excellent user experience. It features great convenience,
high flexibility, and great sensitivity. The actions supported by the touch screen
controls include tapping, pinching&stretching, dragging as well as rectangle
drawing.
Tap
Use one finger to touch the symbol or characters on the screen slightly, as
shown in Figure 13. The actions supported by the tap action include:
Tap and operate the menus on the menu.
Tap the function navigation icon at the lower-left corner of the touch
screen to enable the function navigation.
Tap the displayed numeric keypad to set the parameters.
Tap the virtual keypad to set the label name and the filename.
Tap close button at the upper-right corner of the message box to close it.
Tap and operate the windows on the screen.
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Figure 13 Tap Gesture
Pinch&Stretch
Pinch or stretch two points on the screen with two fingers to zoom in or out the
waveform. To zoom in the waveform, first pinch the two fingers and then
stretch the fingers; to zoom out the waveform, first stretch the two fingers, and
then pinch the fingers together, as shown in Figure 14. The actions supported
by the pinch action include:
Pinching&stretching in the horizontal direction can adjust the horizontal
time base of the waveform.
Pinching&stretching in the vertical direction can adjust the vertical scale of
the waveform.
Figure 14 Pinch&Stretch Gesture
Drag
Use one finger to select the object, and then drag the object to a destination
place, as shown in Figure 15. The actions supported by the drag action include:
Drag the waveform to change its position or offset.
Drag the window controls to change the positions of the controls (e.g.
numeric keypad).
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Figure 15 Drag Gesture
Rectangle Drawing
Enable the function navigation, and then tap the "Draw rect" icon to switch to
the rectangle drawing mode. Drag to draw a rectangle on the screen, as shown
in Figure 16. The actions supported by the rectangle drawing include:
Select "Trigger zone A":
Draw the region for Trigger zone A;
Open Trigger zone A;
Open the "Zone trig" menu.
Select "Trigger zone B":
Draw the area for Trigger zone B;
Open Trigger zone B;
Open the "Zone trig" menu.
Select "Histogram":
Draw the region for the histogram;
Open the "Histogram" menu.
Select "Horizontal zoom": expands the waveforms in the horizontal
direction.
Select "Vertical zoom": expands the waveforms in the vertical direction.
Select "waveform zoom": expands the waveforms both in the horizontal
and vertical direction.
Figure 16 Rectangle Drawing Gesture

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To Use the Built-in Help System
The help system of this oscilloscope provides instructions for all the function
keys on the front panel and their corresponding menu keys. The steps for
opening the built-in help system are as follows:
1. Press Utility System Help, and then the "Help" menu is displayed
on the screen. You can also use the touch screen function, tap the
function navigation icon at the lower-left corner of the touch screen to
enable the function navigation. Tap the "Help" icon, and then the "Help"
menu is displayed on the screen.
2. Press Help, and then the help information is displayed on the screen, as
shown in Figure 17. The help interface mainly consists of two sections.
The left section lists "Help Options", and the right section is the "Help
Display Area".
Figure 17 Help Information
After opening the help interface, you can get its help information in the "Help
Display Area" through the following three methods:
Method 1:
For the keys, you can directly press the front-panel keys (except the Power key
, the Menu Off key and Back key) to obtain the help information. For the
buttons, you can rotate the knob or press down the knob to get the help
information (except the multifunction knob ). As the function of rotating the
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knob is different from that of pressing down the knob, these two operations will
give you different help information.
Method 2:
In the "Help Options", rotate the multifunction knob to switch among the
help options to get the corresponding help information.
Method 3:
Enable the touch screen and tap the desired help option to get the
corresponding help information.
Tip
Help information for other keys and buttons:
Power key : powers on/off the instrument.
Menu Off key: displays or hides menus. By default, menus are
displayed. If menus are hidden, pressing this key can display
the menus again.
Back key: returns to the previous menu or the last set function
menu.
Multifunction knob : In non-menu-operation mode, rotate
this knob to adjust the brightness of waveform display. When
you operate on the menu, this knob is illuminated. For the
menu item that has multiple parameters under it, when you
press the menu softkey, rotate the knob to select the parameter
item, then press down the knob to select it (sometimes, the
specified parameter item can be selected by rotating the knob).
It can also be used to modify parameters, input a filename, etc.
If the menu item is grayed out, you cannot press the corresponding
front-panel menu key to obtain the help information. What you can
do is only to follow the above Method 2 or 3 to get the help
information.