Rohde & Schwarz R&S RTB2000 User manual

R&S®RTB2000
Oscilloscope
User Manual
1333161102
Version 11
(=Q@;2)

This manual describes the following R&S®RTB2000 models with firmware version 2.4xx:
●R&S®RTB2002 (1333.1005K02)
●R&S®RTB2004 (1333.1005K04)
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1333.1611.02 | Version 11 | R&S®RTB2000
Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol, e.g. R&S®RTB is indicated as
R&S RTB2000.

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Contents
1 Preface.................................................................................................. 19
1.1 Safety and regulatory information.............................................................................19
1.1.1 Safety instructions.........................................................................................................19
1.1.2 Labels on the product....................................................................................................24
1.1.3 Warning messages in the documentation..................................................................... 24
1.1.4 CE declaration of conformity......................................................................................... 25
1.1.5 UKCA declaration of conformity.................................................................................... 26
1.1.6 Korea certification class A.............................................................................................27
1.2 Documentation overview............................................................................................27
1.2.1 Manuals and instrument help........................................................................................ 27
1.2.2 Data sheet and brochure...............................................................................................28
1.2.3 Calibration certificate.....................................................................................................28
1.2.4 Release notes and open source acknowledgment....................................................... 28
1.3 Conventions used in the documentation..................................................................28
1.3.1 Typographical conventions............................................................................................28
1.3.2 Conventions for procedure descriptions........................................................................29
1.3.3 Notes on screenshots................................................................................................... 29
2 Getting started......................................................................................30
2.1 Preparing for use........................................................................................................ 30
2.1.1 Lifting and carrying........................................................................................................30
2.1.2 Unpacking and checking............................................................................................... 30
2.1.3 Choosing the operating site.......................................................................................... 30
2.1.4 Setting up the product................................................................................................... 31
2.1.4.1 Placing the product on a bench top...............................................................................31
2.1.4.2 Mounting the product in a rack......................................................................................32
2.1.5 Considerations for test setup........................................................................................ 32
2.1.6 Connecting to power..................................................................................................... 33
2.1.7 Switching on or off.........................................................................................................34
2.2 Instrument tour............................................................................................................35
2.2.1 Front panel.................................................................................................................... 35
2.2.1.1 Input connectors............................................................................................................36

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2.2.1.2 Other connectors on the front panel..............................................................................36
2.2.2 Rear panel.....................................................................................................................37
3 Operating basics..................................................................................39
3.1 Display overview......................................................................................................... 39
3.2 Selecting the application............................................................................................40
3.3 Using the touchscreen............................................................................................... 40
3.3.1 Accessing functionality using the main menu............................................................... 40
3.3.2 Accessing functionality using shortcuts.........................................................................42
3.3.3 Entering data.................................................................................................................42
3.3.4 Using gestures.............................................................................................................. 43
3.4 Front panel keys..........................................................................................................44
3.4.1 Action controls...............................................................................................................44
3.4.2 Analysis controls........................................................................................................... 45
3.5 Using the toolbar.........................................................................................................46
3.6 Quick access............................................................................................................... 47
3.7 Menu history................................................................................................................48
3.8 Getting help................................................................................................................. 49
4 Waveform setup................................................................................... 50
4.1 Connecting probes and displaying a signal.............................................................50
4.2 Horizontal setup.......................................................................................................... 51
4.2.1 HORIZONTAL controls..................................................................................................53
4.2.2 Shortcuts for horizontal settings....................................................................................54
4.2.3 Horizontal settings.........................................................................................................54
4.3 Vertical setup...............................................................................................................55
4.3.1 VERTICAL controls....................................................................................................... 56
4.3.2 Short menu for analog channels................................................................................... 58
4.3.3 Vertical settings.............................................................................................................58
4.3.4 Threshold settings.........................................................................................................62
4.3.5 Label settings................................................................................................................ 63
4.4 Probes.......................................................................................................................... 64
4.4.1 Adjusting passive probes.............................................................................................. 64
4.4.2 Probe settings............................................................................................................... 65
4.5 Acquisition setup........................................................................................................ 66

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4.5.1 Shortcuts for acquisition settings.................................................................................. 67
4.5.2 Acquisition settings....................................................................................................... 67
5 Trigger...................................................................................................71
5.1 Trigger controls...........................................................................................................72
5.2 Shortcuts for trigger settings.................................................................................... 73
5.3 General trigger settings..............................................................................................74
5.4 Edge trigger................................................................................................................. 76
5.5 Width trigger................................................................................................................78
5.6 Video trigger................................................................................................................ 80
5.7 Pattern trigger............................................................................................................. 82
5.8 Timeout trigger............................................................................................................85
5.9 Actions on trigger....................................................................................................... 86
6 Waveform analysis...............................................................................89
6.1 Zoom............................................................................................................................ 89
6.1.1 Zooming in.................................................................................................................... 89
6.1.2 Modifying the zoom....................................................................................................... 91
6.1.3 Zoom settings................................................................................................................92
6.2 Mathematics................................................................................................................ 93
6.2.1 Short menu for math waveforms................................................................................... 93
6.2.2 Configuring math waveforms........................................................................................ 94
6.2.3 Settings for math waveforms.........................................................................................94
6.2.4 Mathematic functions.................................................................................................... 95
6.2.4.1 Derivative...................................................................................................................... 97
6.2.5 Filters............................................................................................................................ 98
6.2.6 Tracks............................................................................................................................98
6.2.6.1 Settings for tracks....................................................................................................... 100
6.2.6.2 Demo for tracks...........................................................................................................101
6.2.6.3 Example signals for tracks.......................................................................................... 101
6.2.7 Saving and loading formularies...................................................................................101
6.3 Reference waveforms............................................................................................... 102
6.3.1 Using references......................................................................................................... 103
6.3.2 Settings for reference waveforms............................................................................... 104
6.4 History and segmented memory (option R&S RTB-K15)...................................... 107

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6.4.1 Segmented memory....................................................................................................107
6.4.2 Activating the history................................................................................................... 108
6.4.3 History settings............................................................................................................108
6.4.4 Segment table and history player................................................................................110
6.4.5 Exporting history data..................................................................................................113
6.4.5.1 Saving history to file.................................................................................................... 113
6.4.5.2 File organization and content...................................................................................... 114
6.5 Search........................................................................................................................ 115
6.5.1 Search conditions and results..................................................................................... 115
6.5.2 General search settings...............................................................................................118
6.5.3 Edge search................................................................................................................ 119
6.5.4 Width search............................................................................................................... 120
6.5.5 Peak search................................................................................................................ 122
6.5.6 Rise/fall time search....................................................................................................122
6.5.7 Runt setup...................................................................................................................124
6.5.8 Data2Clock..................................................................................................................125
6.5.9 Pattern search.............................................................................................................127
7 Measurements....................................................................................130
7.1 Quick measurements................................................................................................130
7.2 Automatic measurements........................................................................................ 131
7.2.1 Measurement results...................................................................................................131
7.2.1.1 Statistics......................................................................................................................132
7.2.2 Measurement types.....................................................................................................134
7.2.2.1 Horizontal measurements (Time)................................................................................ 135
7.2.2.2 Vertical measurements (Amplitude)............................................................................ 136
7.2.2.3 Counting......................................................................................................................138
7.2.3 Settings for automatic measurements.........................................................................138
7.2.4 Delay setup................................................................................................................. 141
7.3 Cursor measurements.............................................................................................. 141
7.3.1 Cursor settings............................................................................................................ 143
8 Applications........................................................................................147
8.1 Mask testing.............................................................................................................. 147
8.1.1 About masks and mask testing................................................................................... 147

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8.1.2 Using masks................................................................................................................148
8.1.3 Mask window...............................................................................................................151
8.1.4 Mask menu..................................................................................................................152
8.2 FFT analysis.............................................................................................................. 155
8.2.1 FFT display................................................................................................................. 155
8.2.2 Performing FFT analysis............................................................................................. 157
8.2.3 FFT setup....................................................................................................................157
8.2.3.1 Short menu for FFT.....................................................................................................157
8.2.3.2 Settings in the FFT window.........................................................................................158
8.2.3.3 FFT menu....................................................................................................................159
8.3 XY-Diagram................................................................................................................ 163
8.4 Digital voltmeter........................................................................................................ 164
8.4.1 Using the meter...........................................................................................................165
8.4.2 Meter settings..............................................................................................................166
8.5 Trigger counter..........................................................................................................167
8.6 Bode plot (option R&S RTB-K36).............................................................................168
8.6.1 About the bode plot..................................................................................................... 168
8.6.2 Using a bode plot........................................................................................................ 169
8.6.3 Bode plot window controls.......................................................................................... 171
8.6.4 Bode plot settings........................................................................................................173
9 Documenting results......................................................................... 176
9.1 Saving and loading instrument settings.................................................................177
9.2 Saving waveform data.............................................................................................. 178
9.2.1 Waveform export settings............................................................................................179
9.2.2 Waveform file formats................................................................................................. 180
9.2.2.1 CSV format..................................................................................................................180
9.2.2.2 TXT format.................................................................................................................. 181
9.2.2.3 BIN format................................................................................................................... 182
9.2.2.4 FLT format...................................................................................................................182
9.2.2.5 TRF format.................................................................................................................. 182
9.3 Annotations............................................................................................................... 182
9.4 Screenshots...............................................................................................................183
9.4.1 Screenshot settings.....................................................................................................184

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9.5 Quick save with onetouch........................................................................................185
9.6 Export and import..................................................................................................... 186
10 General instrument setup..................................................................189
10.1 Instrument settings...................................................................................................189
10.2 Display settings.........................................................................................................192
10.3 Reset.......................................................................................................................... 195
10.4 Locking the touchscreen..........................................................................................196
10.5 Performing a self-alignment.....................................................................................196
10.6 Setting the date, time and language........................................................................197
10.7 Options.......................................................................................................................199
10.7.1 Activating options........................................................................................................ 199
10.8 Updating the firmware.............................................................................................. 200
11 Network connections and remote operation...................................201
11.1 LAN connection.........................................................................................................201
11.1.1 LAN settings................................................................................................................201
11.2 USB connection........................................................................................................ 204
11.2.1 USB TMC.................................................................................................................... 204
11.2.2 USB VCP.................................................................................................................... 205
11.2.3 USB MTP.................................................................................................................... 205
11.3 Remote access using a web browser..................................................................... 205
11.3.1 Accessing the instrument using a web browser.......................................................... 205
11.3.2 Instrument home......................................................................................................... 206
11.3.3 Screenshot.................................................................................................................. 206
11.3.4 SCPI device control.....................................................................................................207
11.3.5 Save/load.................................................................................................................... 208
11.3.6 Network settings..........................................................................................................209
11.3.7 Change password....................................................................................................... 210
11.3.8 Livescreen...................................................................................................................210
11.3.9 Remote front panel......................................................................................................210
12 Serial bus analysis.............................................................................211
12.1 Basics of protocol analysis......................................................................................211
12.1.1 Protocol - common settings.........................................................................................212

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12.1.2 Displaying decode results........................................................................................... 214
12.1.3 Bus table: decode results............................................................................................215
12.1.4 Bus labels....................................................................................................................217
12.1.5 Label list...................................................................................................................... 218
12.1.5.1 Using label lists........................................................................................................... 218
12.1.5.2 Content and format of the PTT file.............................................................................. 219
12.2 SPI bus (option R&S RTB-K1)..................................................................................221
12.2.1 The SPI protocol......................................................................................................... 221
12.2.2 SPI configuration.........................................................................................................222
12.2.3 SPI trigger................................................................................................................... 225
12.2.4 SPI decode results...................................................................................................... 228
12.3 I²C (option R&S RTB-K1).......................................................................................... 229
12.3.1 The I²C protocol.......................................................................................................... 229
12.3.2 I²C configuration..........................................................................................................231
12.3.3 I²C trigger.................................................................................................................... 232
12.3.4 I²C decode results....................................................................................................... 235
12.3.5 I²C label list................................................................................................................. 236
12.4 UART / RS232 (option R&S RTB-K2)....................................................................... 238
12.4.1 The UART / RS232 interface.......................................................................................238
12.4.2 UART configuration.....................................................................................................238
12.4.3 UART trigger............................................................................................................... 241
12.4.4 UART decode results.................................................................................................. 243
12.5 CAN (option R&S RTB-K3)....................................................................................... 244
12.5.1 The CAN protocol........................................................................................................245
12.5.2 CAN configuration....................................................................................................... 246
12.5.3 CAN trigger................................................................................................................. 248
12.5.4 CAN decode results.................................................................................................... 252
12.5.5 Search on decoded CAN data.................................................................................... 254
12.5.6 CAN label list...............................................................................................................256
12.6 LIN (option R&S RTB-K3)......................................................................................... 258
12.6.1 The LIN protocol..........................................................................................................258
12.6.2 LIN configuration......................................................................................................... 260
12.6.3 LIN trigger................................................................................................................... 262

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12.6.4 LIN decode results...................................................................................................... 265
12.6.5 Search on decoded LIN data...................................................................................... 266
12.6.6 LIN label list.................................................................................................................269
13 Logic analyzer (option R&S RTB-B1, MSO).....................................272
13.1 Short menu for logic channels................................................................................ 272
13.2 Logic analyzer settings............................................................................................ 274
13.3 Triggering on logic channels................................................................................... 276
13.4 Analyzing logic channels......................................................................................... 276
13.5 Parallel buses............................................................................................................ 276
13.5.1 Parallel bus configuration............................................................................................277
13.5.2 Decode results............................................................................................................ 279
14 Signal generation (option R&S RTB-B6)..........................................281
14.1 Function generator................................................................................................... 281
14.1.1 Using the function generator....................................................................................... 281
14.1.2 Basic settings of the function generator...................................................................... 284
14.1.3 Sweep settings............................................................................................................287
14.1.4 Modulation settings..................................................................................................... 288
14.1.5 Burst settings.............................................................................................................. 290
14.1.6 Arbitrary setup settings............................................................................................... 291
14.2 Pattern generator...................................................................................................... 294
14.2.1 Pattern selection......................................................................................................... 294
14.2.2 Settings for square wave pattern................................................................................ 295
14.2.3 Settings for counter pattern.........................................................................................296
14.2.4 Settings for arbitrary pattern........................................................................................296
14.2.4.1 General settings.......................................................................................................... 297
14.2.4.2 Pattern setup...............................................................................................................298
14.2.4.3 Timing setup................................................................................................................299
14.2.5 Settings for manual pattern......................................................................................... 300
14.2.6 Settings for serial buses..............................................................................................300
15 Remote control commands...............................................................302
15.1 Conventions used in command description.......................................................... 302
15.2 Programming examples........................................................................................... 303

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15.2.1 Documenting results................................................................................................... 303
15.2.1.1 Saving screenshots to file........................................................................................... 303
15.2.1.2 Saving, copying, and loading setup data.................................................................... 304
15.2.1.3 Reading waveform data in real format........................................................................ 305
15.2.1.4 Reading waveform data in unsigned integer format....................................................305
Data conversion.......................................................................................................... 306
15.2.2 Firmware update......................................................................................................... 307
15.2.2.1 Using MMEM:DATA + DIAGnostic:UPDate:LOAD......................................................307
15.2.2.2 Using DIAGnostic:UPDdate:TRANsfer....................................................................... 307
15.2.3 Search.........................................................................................................................308
15.2.3.1 Searching for a pulse of specified width......................................................................308
15.2.4 Function generator...................................................................................................... 309
15.3 Common commands.................................................................................................309
15.4 Waveform setup........................................................................................................ 312
15.4.1 Automatic setup.......................................................................................................... 313
15.4.2 Starting and stopping acquisition................................................................................ 313
15.4.3 Vertical settings...........................................................................................................314
15.4.4 Passive probes............................................................................................................321
15.4.5 Horizontal settings.......................................................................................................322
15.4.6 Acquisition settings..................................................................................................... 324
15.4.7 Waveform data............................................................................................................330
15.5 Trigger........................................................................................................................ 330
15.5.1 General trigger settings...............................................................................................331
15.5.2 Edge trigger.................................................................................................................333
15.5.3 Width trigger................................................................................................................335
15.5.4 Video/TV trigger.......................................................................................................... 337
15.5.5 Pattern trigger............................................................................................................. 338
15.5.5.1 Pattern definition......................................................................................................... 338
15.5.5.2 Time limitation............................................................................................................. 339
15.5.6 Timeout trigger............................................................................................................ 341
15.5.7 Serial bus.................................................................................................................... 342
15.5.8 Actions on trigger........................................................................................................ 342
15.6 Waveform analysis....................................................................................................345

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15.6.1 Zoom........................................................................................................................... 345
15.6.2 Mathematics................................................................................................................346
15.6.3 Reference waveforms................................................................................................. 350
15.6.4 Search.........................................................................................................................355
15.6.4.1 General search settings.............................................................................................. 355
15.6.4.2 Edge search configuration.......................................................................................... 357
15.6.4.3 Width search configuration..........................................................................................357
15.6.4.4 Peak search configuration...........................................................................................359
15.6.4.5 Rise/fall time search configuration.............................................................................. 360
15.6.4.6 Runt search configuration........................................................................................... 362
15.6.4.7 Data2Clock search configuration................................................................................ 363
15.6.4.8 Pattern search configuration....................................................................................... 365
15.6.4.9 Search results............................................................................................................. 368
15.6.5 History (option R&S RTB-K15)....................................................................................370
15.6.5.1 History settings............................................................................................................370
15.6.5.2 Displaying history segments....................................................................................... 373
15.6.5.3 Timestamps.................................................................................................................376
15.6.5.4 Export of history data.................................................................................................. 380
15.7 Measurements........................................................................................................... 381
15.7.1 Quick measurements.................................................................................................. 381
15.7.2 Automatic measurements........................................................................................... 382
15.7.2.1 Measurement settings.................................................................................................382
15.7.2.2 Measurements results.................................................................................................386
15.7.2.3 Reference levels......................................................................................................... 392
15.7.3 Cursor measurements.................................................................................................394
15.7.3.1 Cursor settings............................................................................................................ 394
15.7.3.2 Cursor measurement results.......................................................................................398
15.8 Applications...............................................................................................................400
15.8.1 General....................................................................................................................... 400
15.8.2 Mask testing................................................................................................................ 400
15.8.2.1 Mask setup..................................................................................................................400
15.8.2.2 Actions on violation..................................................................................................... 402
15.8.2.3 Mask test.....................................................................................................................405

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15.8.2.4 Mask data....................................................................................................................406
15.8.3 FFT analysis................................................................................................................407
15.8.3.1 General settings.......................................................................................................... 407
15.8.3.2 Frequency settings......................................................................................................409
15.8.3.3 Time settings............................................................................................................... 411
15.8.3.4 Waveform settings.......................................................................................................411
15.8.3.5 Waveform data............................................................................................................412
15.8.4 XY-Waveforms.............................................................................................................415
15.8.5 Digital voltmeter.......................................................................................................... 416
15.8.6 Trigger counter............................................................................................................418
15.8.7 Bode plot (option R&S RTB-K36)................................................................................419
15.8.7.1 Bode plot setup........................................................................................................... 419
15.8.7.2 Bode plot diagram settings..........................................................................................423
15.8.7.3 Marker table................................................................................................................ 425
15.9 Documenting results................................................................................................ 427
15.9.1 Transfer of waveform data.......................................................................................... 427
15.9.1.1 Format settings........................................................................................................... 427
15.9.1.2 Analog channels..........................................................................................................429
15.9.1.3 Math waveforms..........................................................................................................433
15.9.1.4 Reference waveforms................................................................................................. 434
15.9.1.5 Masks..........................................................................................................................435
15.9.1.6 Logic channels............................................................................................................ 436
15.9.1.7 Parameters for data evaluation................................................................................... 436
15.9.2 Waveform data export to file....................................................................................... 439
15.9.3 Screenshots................................................................................................................ 440
15.9.4 Instrument settings: mass MEMomory subsystem......................................................443
15.10 General instrument setup.........................................................................................449
15.10.1 Display settings........................................................................................................... 449
15.10.2 System settings...........................................................................................................454
15.10.3 LAN settings................................................................................................................458
15.10.4 USB settings............................................................................................................... 460
15.10.5 Trigger out...................................................................................................................461
15.10.6 Firmware update......................................................................................................... 462

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15.11 Serial bus analysis....................................................................................................463
15.11.1 General....................................................................................................................... 463
15.11.2 SPI (option R&S RTB-K1)........................................................................................... 466
15.11.2.1 SPI (with CS)- configuration........................................................................................466
15.11.2.2 SPI (no CS) - configuration......................................................................................... 469
15.11.2.3 SPI - trigger.................................................................................................................473
15.11.2.4 SPI - decode results....................................................................................................475
15.11.3 I²C (option R&S RTB-K1)............................................................................................ 479
15.11.3.1 I²C - configuration........................................................................................................479
15.11.3.2 I²C - trigger..................................................................................................................480
15.11.3.3 I²C - decode results.....................................................................................................483
15.11.4 UART (option R&S RTB-K2)....................................................................................... 490
15.11.4.1 UART - configuration...................................................................................................490
15.11.4.2 UART - trigger............................................................................................................. 493
15.11.4.3 UART - decode results................................................................................................495
15.11.5 CAN (option R&S RTB-K3)......................................................................................... 499
15.11.5.1 CAN - configuration.....................................................................................................500
15.11.5.2 CAN - trigger............................................................................................................... 501
15.11.5.3 CAN - decode results..................................................................................................505
15.11.5.4 CAN - search...............................................................................................................511
15.11.6 LIN (option R&S RTB-K3)........................................................................................... 516
15.11.6.1 LIN - configuration.......................................................................................................516
15.11.6.2 LIN - trigger................................................................................................................. 517
15.11.6.3 LIN - decode results....................................................................................................520
15.11.6.4 LIN - search.................................................................................................................526
15.12 Mixed signal option (option R&S RTB-B1)..............................................................529
15.12.1 Logic channels............................................................................................................ 529
15.12.1.1 Logic channels - activity display..................................................................................529
15.12.1.2 Logic analyzer configuration....................................................................................... 530
15.12.1.3 Logic channels - waveform data................................................................................. 534
15.12.2 Parallel buses..............................................................................................................537
15.12.2.1 Parallel bus - line configuration................................................................................... 537
15.12.2.2 Parallel clocked bus configuration...............................................................................538

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15.12.2.3 Parallel buses - decode results................................................................................... 539
15.13 Signal generation (option R&S RTB-B6).................................................................541
15.13.1 Function generator...................................................................................................... 541
15.13.1.1 Basic settings of the function generator...................................................................... 541
15.13.1.2 Arbitrary waveform setup............................................................................................ 544
15.13.1.3 Burst settings.............................................................................................................. 546
15.13.1.4 Modulation settings..................................................................................................... 547
15.13.1.5 Sweep settings............................................................................................................550
15.13.2 Pattern generator........................................................................................................ 551
15.13.2.1 General settings.......................................................................................................... 551
15.13.2.2 Square wave............................................................................................................... 553
15.13.2.3 Counter pattern........................................................................................................... 554
15.13.2.4 Arbitrary pattern.......................................................................................................... 555
15.13.2.5 Manual pattern............................................................................................................ 558
15.14 Status reporting........................................................................................................ 558
15.14.1 STATus:OPERation register........................................................................................558
15.14.2 STATus:QUEStionable registers................................................................................. 559
16 Maintenance and support..................................................................564
16.1 Cleaning..................................................................................................................... 564
16.2 Changing fuses......................................................................................................... 564
16.3 Contacting customer support..................................................................................564
16.4 Data security..............................................................................................................565
16.5 Storage.......................................................................................................................565
16.6 Disposal..................................................................................................................... 565
Annex.................................................................................................. 567
A Remote control basics.......................................................................567
A.1 SCPI command structure......................................................................................... 567
A.1.1 Syntax for common commands...................................................................................567
A.1.2 Syntax for instrument-specific commands.................................................................. 568
A.1.2.1 Long and short form.................................................................................................... 568
A.1.2.2 Numeric suffixes..........................................................................................................568
A.1.2.3 Optional mnemonics................................................................................................... 569

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A.1.3 SCPI parameters.........................................................................................................569
A.1.3.1 Numeric values........................................................................................................... 570
A.1.3.2 Special numeric values............................................................................................... 570
A.1.3.3 Boolean parameters....................................................................................................571
A.1.3.4 Text parameters.......................................................................................................... 571
A.1.3.5 Character strings.........................................................................................................571
A.1.3.6 Block data................................................................................................................... 572
A.1.4 Overview of syntax elements...................................................................................... 572
A.1.5 Structure of a command line....................................................................................... 573
A.1.6 Responses to queries................................................................................................. 574
A.2 Command sequence and synchronization............................................................. 575
A.2.1 Preventing overlapping execution............................................................................... 575
A.3 Messages................................................................................................................... 577
A.3.1 Instrument messages..................................................................................................577
A.3.2 LAN interface messages............................................................................................. 578
B Remote control - status reporting system.......................................579
B.1 Structure of a SCPI status register..........................................................................579
B.2 Hierarchy of status registers................................................................................... 580
B.3 Contents of the status registers.............................................................................. 582
B.3.1 Status byte (STB) and service request enable register (SRE)....................................582
B.3.2 Event status register (ESR) and event status enable register (ESE)..........................583
B.3.3 STATus:OPERation register........................................................................................584
B.3.4 STATus:QUEStionable register................................................................................... 584
B.3.4.1 STATus:QUEStionable:COVerload register.................................................................586
B.3.4.2 STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature register.............................................................586
B.3.4.3 STATus:QUEStionable:ADCState register.................................................................. 587
B.3.4.4 STATus:QUEStionable:LIMit register.......................................................................... 587
B.3.4.5 STATus:QUEStionable:MASK register........................................................................587
B.4 Application of the status reporting system............................................................ 588
B.4.1 Service request........................................................................................................... 588
B.4.2 Serial poll.................................................................................................................... 588
B.4.3 Query of an instrument status..................................................................................... 588
B.4.3.1 Decimal representation of a bit pattern....................................................................... 589

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B.4.4 Error queue................................................................................................................. 589
B.5 Reset values of the status reporting system..........................................................589
List of commands.............................................................................. 591

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Preface
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1 Preface
1.1 Safety and regulatory information
The product documentation helps you to use the product safely and efficiently. Follow
the instructions provided here and in the Chapter 1.1.1, "Safety instructions",
on page 19.
Intended use
The R&S RTB2000 oscilloscope is designed for measurements on circuits that are only
indirectly connected to the mains or not connected at all. It is not rated for any mea-
surement category.
The product is intended for the development, production and verification of electronic
components and devices in industrial, administrative, and laboratory environments.
Use the product only for its designated purpose. Observe the operating conditions and
performance limits stated in the data sheet.
Where do I find safety information?
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you of potential dan-
gers and gives instructions on how to prevent personal injury or damage caused by
dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
●In Chapter 1.1.1, "Safety instructions", on page 19. The same information is provi-
ded in many languages as printed "Safety Instructions". The printed "Safety
Instructions" are delivered with the product.
●Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to
take care during setup or operation.
1.1.1 Safety instructions
Products from the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies are manufactured according
to the highest technical standards. To use the products safely, follow the instructions
provided here and in the product documentation. Keep the product documentation
nearby and offer it to other users.
Use the product only for its intended use and within its performance limits. Intended
use and limits are described in the product documentation such as the data sheet,
manuals and the printed "Safety Instructions". If you are unsure about the appropriate
use, contact Rohde & Schwarz customer service.
Using the product requires specialists or specially trained personnel. These users also
need sound knowledge of at least one of the languages in which the user interfaces
and the product documentation are available.
Never open the casing of the product. Only service personnel authorized by
Rohde & Schwarz are allowed to repair the product. If any part of the product is dam-
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aged or broken, stop using the product. Contact Rohde & Schwarz customer service at
http://www.customersupport.rohde-schwarz.com.
In these safety instructions, the term "product" covers instruments (oscilloscopes),
probes and their accessories.
Lifting and carrying the instrument
Check the data sheet for the maximum weight of the instrument. A single person can
only carry a maximum of 18 kg safely depending on age, gender and physical condi-
tion. If your instrument is heavier than 18 kg, do not move or carry it by yourself.
Use the instrument handles to move or carry the instrument. Do not use the mounted
accessories instead of the handles. Accessories are not designed to carry the weight
of the instrument.
To move the instrument safely, you can use lifting or transporting equipment such as lift
trucks and forklifts. Follow the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer.
Choosing the operating site
Only use the product indoors. The product casing is not waterproof. Water that enters
can electrically connect the casing with live parts, which can lead to electric shock,
serious personal injury or death if you touch the casing. If Rohde & Schwarz provides
accessories designed for your product, e.g. a carrying bag, you can use the product
outdoors.
You can operate the product up to the altitude specified in the data sheet. The lowest
specified altitude for a product of the measurement setup defines the altitude for the
complete setup.
The product is suitable for pollution degree 2 environments where nonconductive con-
tamination can occur. For more information on environmental conditions such as ambi-
ent temperature and humidity, see the data sheet.
Setting up the product
Always place the product on a stable, flat and level surface with the bottom of the prod-
uct facing down. If the product is designed for different positions, secure the product so
that it cannot fall over.
If the product has foldable feet, always fold the feet completely in or out to ensure sta-
bility. The feet can collapse if they are not folded out completely or if the product is
moved without lifting it. The foldable feet are designed to carry the weight of the prod-
uct, but not an extra load.
If stacking is possible, keep in mind that a stack of products can fall over and cause
injury.
If you mount products in a rack, ensure that the rack has sufficient load capacity and
stability. Observe the specifications of the rack manufacturer. Always install the prod-
ucts from the bottom shelf to the top shelf so that the rack stands securely. Secure the
product so that it cannot fall off the rack.
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