Rigol VS5000 Series User manual

User’s Guide RIGOL
Publication Number UGA05109-1110
Oct. 2008
VS5000 Series Digital Oscilloscope
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zInformation in this publication replaces all previous corresponding material.
zRIGOL reserves the right to modify or change part of or all the specif ications and
pricing policies at company’s sole decision.
NOTE: RIGOL is registered trademark of RIGOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

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System Requirement
To operate the VS5000 software, the needs of computer configuration are as follows:
Hardware Configuration:
zUpwards of 1G processor
z200M hardware space
z800x600 display resolution
z256RAM
zUSB
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 2000、2003、XP.
Recommended Configuration:
zWindows XP System
z1024*768 or 1280*1024 resolution
zDPI setting: Normal Size (96DPI)
zNon- Unicode program language: English.

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Safety Notices
Review the following safety precautions carefully before operate the instrument to
avoid any personal injuries or damages to the instrument and any products
connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards use the instrument as specified by this user’s guide only.
The instrument should be serviced by qualified personnel only.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury.
Use Proper Power Cord. Use the power cord designed for the instrument and
authorized in your country only.
Ground The Instrument. The oscilloscope is grounded through the grounding
conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric shock the instrument grounding
conductor(s) must be grounded properly, before making connections to the input or
output terminals of the instrument.
Connect The Probe. The probes’ ground terminals are at the same voltage level of
the instrument ground. Do not connect the ground terminals to a high voltage.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and marks on the instrument. Follow the user’s guide for further ratings information
before making connections to the instrument.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate the instrument with covers or
panels removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use the fuse of the type, voltage and current ratings as specified
for the instrument.
Avoid Circuit or Wire Exposure. Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is on.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If suspected damage occurs with the
instrument, have it inspected by qualified service personnel before further
operations.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the installation instructions for proper
ventilation of the instrument.
Do not operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.

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Do not operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
The disturbance test of all the models meet the limit values of A in the
standard of EN 61326: 1997+A1+A2+A3, but can’t meet the limit values
of B.

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Measurement Category
The VS5000 series Digital Oscilloscope is intended to be used for measurements in
Measurement Category I.
Measurement Category Definitions
Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly
connected to MAINS. Examples are measurements on circuits not derived from MAINS,
and specially protected (internal) MAINS derived circuits. In the latter case, transient
stresses are variable; for that reason, the transient withstand capability of the equipment
is made known to the user.
WARNING
IEC Measurement Category I. The HI and LO input terminals may be connected to
circuit terminal in IEC Category I installations for voltages up to 300 VAC. To avoid
the danger of electric shock, do not connect the inputs to circuit’s voltages above 300
VAC.
Transient overvoltage is also present on circuits that are isolated from mains. The
VS5000 series Digital Oscilloscopes is designed to safely withstand occasional
transient overvoltage up to 500 Vpk. Do not use this equipment to measure circuits
where transient overvoltage could exceed this level.

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Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms in this manual. These terms may appear in this guide:
WARNING: Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION: Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in damage to this product or other property.
Terms on the Product: These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard may be immediately accessible.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard may be not immediately accessible.
CAUTION indicates that a potential damage to the instrument or other property
might occur.
Symbols on the Product: These symbols may appear on the Instrument:
!
Hazardous
Voltage Refer to Instructions Protective
Earth
Terminal
Test
Grounding
Terminal
Grounding
Terminal
of Chassis
!
!

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VS5000 Oscilloscopes at a Glance
RIGOL VS5000 Series Digital Oscilloscopes offer good waveform view and
measurements in a compact, lightweight package. VS5000 series are ideal for
production test, field service, research and design and all of the applications
involving analog circuits test and troubleshooting, as well as education and training.
Product features:
zDual Channel, Bandwidth:
200MHz (VS5202, VS5202D)
100MHz (VS5102, VS5102D)
60MHz (VS5062, VS5062D)
40MHz (VS5042, VS5042D)
25MHz (VS5022, VS5022D)
z400 MSa/s maximum real-time sample rate and 25 GSa/s maximum equivalent
sample rate
zA true Mixed Signal Oscilloscope with 16 channels Logic Analyzer (for some
models)
zMemory depth: 1M points (Single Channel), 512k points (Dual Channels), 512k
points (Logic Analyzer)
zAdjustable waveform intensity, more effective waveform view
zOne-touch automatic setup for ease of use (AUTO)
z20 Automatic measurements
zAutomatic cursor tracking measurements
zWaveform recorder, record and replay dynamic waveforms
zUser selectable fast offset calibration
zBuilt-in FFT function, Frequency Counter
zDigital filters, includes LPF, HPF, BPF, BRF
zAdd, Subtract and Multiply Mathematic Functions
zAdvanced trigger types include: Edge, Video, Pulse width, Slope, Alternative,
Pattern and Duration
zAdjustable trigger sensitivity

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Construction of This Document
zChpter1 Quick Start
To introduce the panls and menus to help user to realize the base operations.
zChapter 2 Operating Your Oscilloscope
More details to help users to understand the functions and measurements of
instrument deeply.
zChapter 3 Application Examples
To show the measurement functions directly by application examples.
zChapter 4 Troubleshooting
Provide you general troubleshooting to solve the problems during operating.
zChpter 5 Specifications
List common specifications and characteristics of VS5000 series oscilloscope.
zChapter 6 Appendix
Information about accessories, warranties, services and supports and the like.

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Content
Safety Notices............................................................................................III
VS5000 Oscilloscopes at a Glance............................................................... VII
Chapter 1 Quick Start............................................................................1-1
General Inspection ....................................................................................1-2
Front and Rear panels At a Glance..............................................................1-3
Software Setting and Equipment Connecting ...............................................1-4
To Understand the User’s Interface ............................................................1-7
Functional Check .......................................................................................1-9
To Compensate Probes ............................................................................ 1-11
To Use Digital Leads (for VS5000D only)...................................................1-12
To Display a Signal Automatically .............................................................1-14
To Understand the Vertical Window..........................................................1-15
To Understand the Horizontal System ....................................................... 1-17
To Understand the Trigger the Oscilloscope .............................................. 1-19
Chapter 2 Operating Your Oscilloscope.................................................2-1
To Set the Vertical system .........................................................................2-2
To Set the Horizontal System ...................................................................2-26
To Set the Trigger System ....................................................................... 2-33
To Set the Sampling System ....................................................................2-48
To Save/Load and Print Setup .................................................................. 2-53
To Set the Measurement Function ............................................................ 2-59
To Set the Utility Function........................................................................2-73
To Use Run Control Buttons .....................................................................2-81
Chapter 3 Application Examples............................................................3-1
Example 1: Do Simple Measurement...........................................................3-1
Example 2: View a Signal Delay Caused by a Circuit.....................................3-3
Example 3: Capture a Single-Shot Signal.....................................................3-1
Example 4: To reduce the Random Noise on a signal ...................................3-2
Example 5: Making Cursor Measurements ...................................................3-4
Example 6: The Application of the X-Y Operation.........................................3-6
Example 7: Triggering on a Video Signal .....................................................3-8
Example 8: FFT Cursor Measurement........................................................3-10
Example 9: Pass/Fall Test ........................................................................ 3-12
Example 10: Triggering on a Digital Signal ................................................ 3-14

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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ...................................................................4-1
Chapter 5 Specifications .......................................................................5-1
Chapter 6 Appendix............................................................................... 6-1
Appendix A: Accessories ............................................................................6-1
Appendix B: Warranty................................................................................6-2
Appendix C: Maintenance ..........................................................................6-3
Appendix D: Contact RIGOL .......................................................................6-4
Index ...........................................................................................................I

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Chapter 1 Quick Start
This chapter covers the following topics:
zGeneral Inspection
zFront and Rear Panels At a Glance
zSoftware Setting and Equipment Connecting
zTo Understand the User Interface
zTo perform a functional check
zTo compensate probes
zHow to use digital probes (VS5000D)
zTo display a signal automatically
zTo Understand the Vertical System
zTo Understand the Horizontal System
zTo Understand the Trigger System

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General Inspection
After receiving a new VS5000 series oscilloscope, please inspect the instrument as
following steps:
1. Inspect 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.
2. Check the accessories.
Accessories supplied with the instrument are listed in "Accessories" in this guide.
If the contents are incomplete or damaged，please notify the RIGOL Sales
Representative.
3. Inspect the instrument.
In case there is any mechanical damage or defect, or the instrument does not
operate properly or fails performance tests, notify the RIGOL Sales
Representative.
If the shipping container is damaged, or the cushioning materials show signs of
stress, notify the carrier as well as the RIGOL sales office. Keep the shipping
materials for the carrier’s inspection.
RIGOL offices will arrange repair or replacement at option of RIGOL without
waiting for claim settlement.

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Front and Rear panels At a Glance
The first thing to do with a new oscilloscope is to become acquainted with its front
panel. This chapter will help to be familiar with the layout of the connectors,
graphical representations, interfaces, and how to use them. Read the chapter
carefully before further operations.
Figure 1-1
Front panel of VS5000 Series Oscilloscope
Figure 1-2
Rear panel of VS5000 Series Oscilloscope
VS5000 series oscilloscopes provide an easy-to-use user interface. In the main menu,
access the function options from the menu and the drop-down menu to operate
VS5000 series oscilloscope. There’re shortcuts for some common functions.

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Software Setting and Equipment Connecting
You are suggested to install the software of VS5000 and connect the equipment
when you get a new RIGOL VS5000 Oscilloscope. For more details please refer to
the following text:
Software Setting
Please insert and drive the disk accessory of the RIGOL VS5000 oscilloscope. Then,
double click the file named” VS5000_SETUP _CHS.exe” to install the software
according to the hints.
Note: If you have already installed VS5000 software before, please uninstall the old
one and then start.

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Equipment Connection
Power Supply
Make sure the power supply was connected correctly before using the instrument.
First, please insert power cord into the faucet of its adapter. Then connect the
adapter with oscilloscope and power on.
USB Connection
When the software setting and power supply connecting are finished, you can
connect the instrument to PC by USB cable. After connecting, a dialog about setup
will pop up to clew users to finish USB connection.
LAN Connection
A LAN port is offered at the rear panel in order to realize Remote Control which acts
a same role with USB. Besides, two steps are required to connect LAN: network
setting and connection setting.
1.Network Setting: There are two ways to config Network Protocol Property:
Obtain an IP automatically、obtain an IP manually.
(1)Obtain an IP automatically:
Please set network according to the following steps:
zConnecting: On condition that the USB cable was being connected, you can
configure l Property of Network protocol. First, connect oscilloscope to PC via
USB, and then, connect oscilloscope to LAN.
zOpen control->Network Setting, then it will pop up a dialog about configuration.
Click “obtain an IP automatically” option and press Apply to finish. .
zRestart oscilloscope and software, you can view the Property of Network
protocol in Configuration dialog box if USB communication is active.
(2)Obtain an IP manually:
zConnecting: On condition that the USB cable has being connected, you could
configure l Property of Network protocol. First, connect oscilloscope to PC via
USB, and then, connect oscilloscope to LAN.
zOpen control->Network Setting, it will pop up a dialog about configuration. Click
“obtain an IP automatically” option again to cancel Automatic setting. Then
Setting IP address、IP mask、Gateway by manual . Finally, click Apply to
configure Network protocol Property.

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zRestart oscilloscope and software, you can view the Property of Network
protocol in Configuration dialog box if USB communication is active.
NOTES:
zMake sure that the oscilloscope has been connected with network through
Router in” Obtain an IP automatically”.
zMake sure the validity of IP address in ‘Obtain an IP manually’.
zRestart the oscilloscope and PC after finishing configuration.
zThe function of Configure Network is invalidation in Network Communication.
2. Connection Setting:
zConnect software and oscilloscope in Network Communications.
zSelect Network Communication. Open Control->Connection menu, it will pop up
a dialog, click check option LAN and select Network Communication, then set
IP address and port value to be the oscilloscope’s. Finally, click Apply to finish
connecting.
zIf communication has been found, System will clew that network connection is
successful. If failed, please check hardware connection and settings of Network
Protocol property.
NOTES:
zPlease pay attention to check the settings of Safety level of firewall when using
Network Communication.
zIn network communication, you are suggested to use “Resume default setting”
carefulness as Default connection is USB connection. Meanwhile, related result
may be brought if you cancel all the settings about Network Protocol Property.

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To Understand the User’s Interface
Click the VS5000 software icon after you finished the software setting and equipment
connecting. Then a user interface will be popped up as follows:
Figure 1-3
VS5000 Operation Interface

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Figure 1-4
Display Interface (Analog and Digital channels)
Channel 1
Channel 2
Digital
Channels
Trigger
level
Trigger point,
Time reference