Tektronix TEK-USB-488 User manual

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TEK-USB-488
GPIB to USB Adapter
ZZZ
User Manual
*P071183902*
071-1839-02

TEK-USB-488
GPIB to USB Adapter
ZZZ
User Manual
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www.tektronix.com
071-1839-02

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Table of Contents
Warranty................................................................... 1
General Safety Summary ................................................ 3
Compliance Information................................................. 5
EMC Compliance ................................................... 5
Safety Compliance .................................................. 6
Environmental Considerations ..................................... 8
Preface..................................................................... 9
Key Features......................................................... 9
Installation .............................................................. 10
Standard Accessories ............................................. 10
Optional Accessories.............................................. 10
Controls and Connectors.......................................... 11
Connecting Power................................................. 12
Connecting Cables ................................................ 14
Setting the GPIB Address ........................................ 15
Updating Firmware................................................ 17
Mounting the Adapter............................................. 19
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 20
Specifications ........................................................... 23
保証................................................................ 25
安全にご使用いただくために .................................... 27
適合性に関する情報 ............................................. 29
EMC ................................................................ 29
安全性 ........................................................ 30
環境条件について ........................................... 32
まえがき............................................................ 33
主な特長 ...................................................... 33
設置󲴝 ..................................................................... 34
スタンダード・アクセサリ ...................................... 34
オプショナル・アクセサリ ..................................... 34
コントロールおよびコネクタ .................................. 35
電源の接続 ................................................... 36
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ケーブルの接続 .............................................. 38
GPIB アドレスの設定 ......................................... 39
ファームウェアの更新 ........................................ 41
アダプタの設置 ............................................... 43
トラブルシューティング ............................................ 44
仕様................................................................ 49
保修................................................................ 51
常规安全概要 ..................................................... 52
符合性信息........................................................ 54
EMC 符合性 ................................................... 54
安全符合性 ................................................... 55
环境注意事项 ................................................ 56
前言................................................................ 57
主要功能...................................................... 57
安装................................................................ 58
标准附件...................................................... 58
可选附件...................................................... 58
控件和连接器 ................................................ 59
连接电源...................................................... 59
连接电缆...................................................... 62
设置 GPIB 地址 .............................................. 63
更新固件...................................................... 64
安装适配器 ................................................... 66
故障排除 .......................................................... 67
技术指标 .......................................................... 70
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Warranty
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date
of shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty
period, Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defective product
without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in
exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and replacement
products used by Tektronix for warranty work may be new or
reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced parts, modules and
products become the property of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify
Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period and
make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer
shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product
to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping charges
prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if
the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix
service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all
shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products
returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused
by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and care.
Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty
a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel other than
Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product;
b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to
incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction caused
by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a product that has
been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such
modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing
the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH
RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND
ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR
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OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER
FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX AND ITS
VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR
HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.
[W2–15AUG04]
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General Safety Summary
General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent
damage to this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this
product and certified for the country of use.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all
ratings and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for
further ratings information before making connections to the product.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers
or panels removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect that there is
damage to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is present.
Use Proper AC Adapter. Use only the AC adapter specified for this
product.
Wear Eye Protection. Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity
rays or laser radiation exists.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions
for details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
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General Safety Summary
Terms in this Manual
These terms may appear in this manual:
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.
Symbols and Terms on the Product
These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you
read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible
as you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
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Compliance Information
Compliance Information
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance) and
environmental standards with which the instrument complies.
EMC Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic
Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following
specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European
Communities:
EN 61326-1 2006. EMC requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use. 123
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and conducted emissions, Group 1,
Class A
IEC 61000-4-2:2001. Electrostatic discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic field immunity
IEC 61000-4-4:2004. Electrical fast transient / burst immunity
IEC 61000-4-5:2001. Power line surge immunity
IEC 61000-4-6:2003. Conducted RF immunity
IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker
1This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas
may cause electromagnetic interference.
2Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this
equipment is connected to a test object.
3To ensure compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface
cables should be used.
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Compliance Information
European Contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per
the following standard, in accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1,
Class A, in accordance with EN 61326-1:2006.
Safety Compliance
Equipment Type
Test and measuring equipment.
Pollution Degree Description
A measure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment
around and within a product. Typically the internal environment inside
a product is considered to be the same as the external. Products should
be used only in the environment for which they are rated.
Pollution Degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive
pollution occurs. Products in this category are generally
encapsulated, hermetically sealed, or located in clean rooms.
Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution
occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is caused
by condensation must be expected. This location is a typical
office/home environment. Temporary condensation occurs only
when the product is out of service.
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Compliance Information
Pollution Degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive
pollution that becomes conductive due to condensation. These
are sheltered locations where neither temperature nor humidity
is controlled. The area is protected from direct sunshine, rain, or
direct wind.
Pollution Degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity
through conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical outdoor locations.
Pollution Degree
Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor
use only.
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Compliance Information
Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of
the product.
Product End-of-Life Handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or
component:
Equipment Recycling. Production of this equipment required the
extraction and use of natural resources. The equipment may contain
substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health
if improperly handled at the product’s end of life. In order to avoid
release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use
of natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an
appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused
or recycled appropriately.
This symbol indicates that this product complies with the
applicable European Union requirements according to
Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries. For information
about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of
the Tektronix Website(www.tektronix.com).
Restriction of Hazardous Substances
This product has been classified as Monitoring and Control equipment,
and is outside the scope of the 2002/95/EC RoHS Directive.
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Preface
Preface
This manual describes the installation and operation of the
TEK-USB-488 GPIB to USB Adapter. The adapter allows you to
connect a USB device port on your USBTMC-USB488 compliant
instrument, such as a DPO4000 Series oscilloscope, to a GPIB
(IEEE488) controller.
Controller GPIB Adapter USB Instrument
Key Features
Key features include:
GPIB control of USBTMC-USB488 compliant Tektronix
instruments through the USB port. The USBTMC protocol enables
USB devices to communicate using IEEE488 style messages. This
lets you run your GPIB software applications on USB hardware.
Fast data transfer rates
Power from either the USB host or an optional external power
supply
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Installation
Installation
Unpack the adapter and check that you received all the items
listed as standard accessories. Check the Tektronix Web site
(www.tektronix.com) for the most current information.
Standard Accessories
Description Part number
User Manual 071-1839-XX
USB cable (2 each, 1 meter) 174-4401-XX
Optional Accessories
Description Part number
GPIB cable (1 meter) 012-0991-XX
GPIB cable (2 meter) 012-0991-XX
External power supply (order power
cord separately)
119-8724-XX
United States power cord 161-0066-XX
Universal European power cord 161-0066-XX
United Kingdom power cord 161-0066-XX
Australia power cord 161-0066-XX
Switzerland power cord 161-0154-XX
Japan power cord 161-0342-XX
China power cord 161-0304-XX
India/South Africa power cord 161-0400-XX
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Installation
Controls and Connectors
1. GPIB Connector
2. Adapter Status indicator (See Table 1 on page 22.)
3. USB Status indicator (See Table 2 on page 22.)
4. USB Host port for connection to the USB Device port on the
controlled instrument.
5. USB Device port. A USB host can provide power to the adapter via
this port. This port is for power only. No USB device functionality
is provided.
6. Power Connector. For use with the optional external power supply,
Tektronix part number 119-8724-XX.
7. Power indicator. Lighted when power is applied.
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Installation
Connecting Power
You can connect power to the adapter in one of two ways:
From a USB host port
From the optional external power supply
Connecting USB Power
To apply power to your adapter from a USB host port, do the following
procedure:
1. Connect the device end of a USB cable to the USB Device port
on the rear panel of the adapter.
2. Connect the host end of the USB cable to a USB Host port on the
equipment that is to provide power (typically the instrument being
controlled or a PC).
3. Verify that the Power LED lights and that the USB and Adapter
Status LEDs turn on and then off. This indicates that the adapter
is initializing correctly.
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Connecting the External Power Supply
To apply power to your adapter from the optional AC power unit, do
the following procedure:
1. Connect the output power cable from the power unit to the 5 VDC
connector on the rear panel of the adapter.
2. Connect one end of the optional power cord to the external power
supply.
3. Connect the other end of the power cord to the wall power outlet.
4. Verify that the Power LED lights and that the USB and Adapter
Status LEDs turn on and then off. This indicates that the adapter
is initializing correctly.
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Installation
Connecting Cables
NOTE. The following cables can be connected while the instruments are
powered on.
To connect the TEK-USB-488 GPIB to USB Adapter to USB and GPIB
cables, do the following procedure:
1. Connect a GPIB cable from the GPIB controller to the GPIB port
on the adapter.
2. Connect a USB cable from the Device port on the instrument to the
Host port on the adapter.
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