SIGLENT SDG2042X User manual

SIGLENT
SDG2000X User Manual I
User Manual
SDG2000X Series Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator
UM0202X-E02A
2017 SIGLENT TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD

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Declaration
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Without permission, contents in this manual are not allowed to be copied,
extracted or translated.

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General Safety Summary
Carefully read the following safety precautions to avoid any personal injuries
or damages to the instrument and any product connected to it. To avoid
potential hazards, please use the instrument as specified.
Only qualified technical personnel should service this instrument.
Avoid fire or open flame.
Use properly rated power line connections.
Use only the specified power line which has been approved by your local
regulatory agency.
Ground the Instrument.
The instrument is grounded through the protective ground conductor of the
power line. To avoid electric shock, the ground conductor must be connected
to the earth ground. Make sure the instrument is grounded correctly before
connecting its input or output terminals.
Connect the signal wire correctly.
The potential of the signal wire ground is equal to the earth, therefore do not
connect the signal wire to a high voltage. Do not touch the exposed contacts
or components.
Observe all terminal ratings.
To avoid fire or electric shock, please observe all ratings and sign instructions
on the instrument. Before connecting the instrument, please read the manual
carefully to gain more information about the ratings.
Do not operate with suspected failures.
If you suspect that the product is damaged, please let only qualified service
personnel check it.
Avoid circuit or wire exposure.
Do not touch exposed contacts or components when the power is on.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep the surface of the instrument clean and dry.

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Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms used on the instrument. Terms may appear on the instrument:
DANGER: Indicates an injury or hazard that may immediately happen.
WARNING: Indicates an injury or hazard that may not immediately happen.
CAUTION: Indicates that a potential damage to the instrument or other
property might occur.
Symbols used on the instrument. Symbols may appear on the instrument:
Hazardous Protective Warning Chassis Power
Voltage Earth Ground Ground Switch

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Introduction of SDG2000X
The manual covers the following 3 models of SDG2000X Series
Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generators: SDG2042X, SDG2082X and
SDG2122X.
SIGLENT‘s SDG2000X is a series of dual-channel function/arbitrary waveform
generators with specifications of up to 120MHz maximum bandwidth,
1.2GSa/s sampling rate and 16-bit vertical resolution. The proprietary TrueArb
& EasyPulse techniques help to solve the weaknesses inherent in traditional
DDS generators when generating arbitrary, square and pulse waveforms.
Using these techniques the SDG2000X provides users with a variety of high
fidelity, low jitter signals in order to meet the growing requirements for a
multitude of complex applications.
Key Features
Dual-channel, 120MHz maximum bandwidth, 20Vpp maximum output
amplitude, output with 80dB dynamic range
High-performance sampling system with 1.2GSa/s sampling rate and
16-bit vertical resolution. No detail in your waveforms will be lost
Innovative TrueArb technology, based on a point-by-point architecture,
supports any 8pts~8Mpts Arb waveform with a sampling rate in range of
1μSa/s~75MSa/s
Innovative Easy Pulse technology, capable of generating lower jitter
Square or Pulse waveforms, brings a wide range and extremely high
precision in pulse width and rise/fall times adjustment
Avariety of analog and digital modulation types: AM、DSB-AM、FM、PM、
FSK、ASK 、PSK and PWM
Sweep and Burst functions

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Harmonic waveforms generating function
Waveforms combining function
High precision Frequency Counter
196 kinds of built-in arbitrary waveforms
Standard interfaces: USB Host, USB Device（USBTMC）, LAN（VXI-11）
Optional interface: GPIB
4.3‖ touch screen display for easier operation

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Catalog
General Safety Summary...............................................................................III
Introduction of SDG2000X ............................................................................. V
1Quick Start................................................................................................1
1.1 Handle Adjustment .......................................................................2
1.2 The Front/Rear Panel...................................................................3
1.3 To Select a Waveform...................................................................8
1.4 To Set Modulation/Sweep/Burst..................................................12
1.5 To Turn On/Off Output ................................................................14
1.6 To Use Numeric Input.................................................................15
1.7 To Use Common Function Keys.................................................16
2Front Panel Operations...........................................................................17
2.1 To Set Sine Waveform................................................................18
2.2 To Set Square Waveform............................................................23
2.3 To Set Ramp Waveform..............................................................26
2.4 To Set Pulse Waveform..............................................................28
2.5 To Set Noise Waveform..............................................................32
2.6 To Set DC Waveform..................................................................36
2.7 To Set Arbitrary Waveform..........................................................37
2.8 To Set Harmonic Function ..........................................................48
2.9 To Set Modulation Function........................................................51
2.9.1 AM........................................................................................52
2.9.2 DSB-AM...............................................................................55
2.9.3 FM........................................................................................57
2.9.4 PM........................................................................................59
2.9.5 FSK......................................................................................61
2.9.6 ASK......................................................................................63
2.9.7 PSK......................................................................................64
2.9.8 PWM ....................................................................................66
2.10 To Set Sweep Function...............................................................69
2.11 To Set Burst Function.................................................................74
2.12 To Store and Recall....................................................................80
2.12.1 Storage System .............................................................81

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2.12.2 File Type ........................................................................82
2.12.3 File Operation ................................................................84
2.13 To Set Utility Function.................................................................88
2.13.1 System Settings.............................................................90
2.13.2 Test/Cal..........................................................................98
2.13.3 Frequency Counter ......................................................103
2.13.4 Output..........................................................................106
2.13.5 CH Copy/Coupling .......................................................109
2.13.6 Remote Interface .........................................................114
2.13.7 Sync Output.................................................................120
2.13.8 Clock Source................................................................122
2.13.9 Mode............................................................................123
2.13.10 Overvoltage Protection.................................................125
3Examples..............................................................................................126
3.1 Example 1: Generate a Sine Waveform ...................................127
3.2 Example 2: Generate a Square Waveform...............................129
3.3 Example 3: Generate a Ramp Waveform.................................131
3.4 Example 4: Generate a Pulse Waveform..................................133
3.5 Example 5: Generate a Noise ..................................................135
3.6 Example 6: Generate a DC Waveform .....................................136
3.7 Example7: Generate a Linear Sweep Waveform......................137
3.8 Example 8: Generate a Burst Waveform..................................139
3.9 Example 9: Generate an AM Modulation Waveform.................141
3.10 Example 10: Generate a FM Modulation Waveform.................143
3.11 Example 11: Generate a PM Modulation Waveform...........145
3.12 Example 12: Generate a FSK Modulation Waveform.........147
3.13 Example 13: Generate an ASK Modulation Waveform.............149
3.14 Example 14: Generate a PSK Modulation Waveform...............151
3.15 Example 15: Generate a PWM Modulation Waveform .............153
3.16 Example 16: Generate a DSB-AM Modulation Waveform........155
4Troubleshooting ....................................................................................157
4.1 General Inspecting ...................................................................157
4.2 Troubleshooting........................................................................158
5Service and Support .............................................................................159

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5.1 Maintenance summary.............................................................159
5.2 Contact SIGLENT.....................................................................160
6Appendix...............................................................................................161
Appendix A: Accessories......................................................................161
Appendix B: Daily Maintenance and Cleaning .....................................162

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1 Quick Start
This chapter covers the following topics:
Handle Adjustment
The Front/Rear Panel
To Select a Waveform
To Set Modulation/Sweep/Burst
To Turn On/Off Output
To Use Numeric Input
To Use Common Function Keys

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1.1 Handle Adjustment
To adjust the handle position of SDG2000X, please grip the handle by the
sides and pull it outward. Then, make the handle rotate to the desired position.
Figure 1-1 Viewing Position and Carrying Position

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1.2 The Front/Rear Panel
This chapter will provide a brief introduction and description for the operation
and functions of the front/rear panel.
Front Panel
SDG2000X has a clear and simple front panel which includes 4.3 inch touch
screen, menu softkeys, numeric keyboard, knob, function keys, arrow keys,
and channel control area, etc.
Figure 1-2 Front Panel of SDG2000X
USB
Host
Numeric Keyboard
Knob
Power
Key
User Interface
Menu
Softkeys
Function
Keys
Channel
Control
Arrow
Keys

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Rear Panel
The rear panel provides multiple interfaces, including Counter, 10MHz In/Out,
Aux In/Out, LAN, USB Device, Earth Terminal and AC Power Supply Input.
Figure 1-3 Rear Panel of SDG2000X
Aux
In/Out
10 MHz Clock Input/Output
Earth Terminal
LAN Interface
USB Device
AC Power Supply
Input
Counter

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Touch Screen Display
SDG2000X can only display parameters and waveform of one channel at a
time. The picture below shows the interface when CH1 chooses AM
modulation of sine waveform. The information displayed may vary depending
on the function selected.
The entire screen of the SDG2000X is a touch screen. You can use your figure
or touch pen to control the instrument. Most functions and selections can be
chosen using the touch screen in a similar manner to the front panel keys and
knob.
Figure 1-4 Touch Screen Display
1. Waveform Display Area
Displays the currently selected waveform of each channel.
2. Channel Status Bar
Indicates the selected status and output configuration of the channels.
1 2
4
3
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3. Basic Waveform Parameters Area
Shows the current waveform‘s parameters of each channel. Press Parameter
and select the corresponding softkey to highlight the parameter to configure.
Then use number keys or knob to change the parameter value.
4. Channel Parameters Area
Displays the load and output settings of the currently selected channel.
Load ----Value of the output load, as selected by the user.
Press Utility → Output → Load, then use the softkeys, number keys or knob to
change the parameter value; or continue pressing the corresponding output
key for two second to switch between High Impedance and 50Ω.
High Impedance: display HiZ.
Load: display impedance value (the default is 50Ω and the range is 50Ω to
100kΩ).
Note: This setting does not actually change the instrument‘s output impedance
of 50Ω but rather is used to maintain amplitude accuracy into different load
values.
Output ----Channel output state.
After pressing corresponding channel output control port, the current channel
can be turned on/off.
5. LAN Status Icon
SDG2000X will show different prompt messages based on the current network
status.
This mark indicates LAN connection is successful.
This mark indicates there is no LAN connection or LAN connection is
unsuccessful.
6. Mode Icon
SDG2000X will show different prompt messages based on the current mode.
This mark indicates current mode is Phase-locked.

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This mark indicates current mode is Independent.
7. Menu
Shows the menu corresponding to the displayed function. For example, Figure
1-4 Touch Screen Display shows the parameters of ―AM modulation‖.
8. Modulation Parameters Area
Shows the parameters of the current modulation function. After selecting the
corresponding menu, use number keys or knob to change the parameter
value.

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1.3 To Select a Waveform
Press Waveforms to enter the menu as Figure 1-5 shows. The example below
will help familiarize with the waveform selection settings.
Figure 1-5 Waveform Selections
1. Press Waveforms key and then press Sine softkey. The SDG2000X can
generate sine waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 120MHz. By
setting Frequency/Period, Amplitude/High level, Offset/Low level and
Phase, a sine signal with different parameters can be generated.
Figure 1-6 Sine Display Interface
2. Press Waveforms key and then press Square softkey. The generator can
generate square waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 25MHz and
variable duty cycle. By setting Frequency/Period, Amplitude/High level,
Offset/Low level, Phase and DutyCycle, a square waveform with different
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Figure 1-7 Square Display Interface
3. Press Waveforms key and then press Ramp softkey. The generator can
generate ramp waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 1MHz and
variable symmetry. By setting Frequency/Period, Amplitude/High level,
Offset/Low level, Phase and Symmetry, a ramp waveform with different
parameters can be generated.
Figure 1-8 Ramp Display Interface
4. Press Waveforms key and then press Pulse softkey. The generator can
generate pulse waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 25 MHz and
variable pulse width and rise/fall times. By setting Frequency/Period,
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a pulse waveform with different parameters can be generated.
Figure 1-9 Pulse Display Interface
5. Press Waveforms key and then press Noise softkey. The generator can
generate noise with bandwidth from 20MHz to 120MHz. By setting Stdev
and Mean, noise with different parameters can be generated.
Figure 1-10 Noise Display Interface
6. Press Waveforms key and then press Page 1/2, last press the DC softkey.
The generator can generate a DC signal with a level up to ±10V into a
HighZ load or ±5V into a 50Ω load.