Tektronix TDS3SDI Use and care manual

Technical Reference
TDS3SDI
601 Digital Video
Application Module
071-0689-00
This document supports firmware version 2.20
and above.
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TDS3SDI 601 Digital Video Technical Reference i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting Tektronix vi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Installing the Application Module Firmware 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Application Module 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Module Installation 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Module Installation 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Basics
The 601 Digital Video Module 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
601 Digital Video Feature Overview 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing 601 Video Functions 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference
601 Digital Video Application Module Conventions 15. . . . . . . .
Video QuickMenu 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alternating Trigger Source Function 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Functions in the Video Trigger Menu 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Apps > 601 Module Menu 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Functions in the Display Graticule Menu 28. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changes to the Acquire Menu 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Examples 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix
Appendix A: Specifications 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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TDS3SDI 601 Digital Video Technical Reference iii
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.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of the
system. Read the General Safety Summary in other system manuals
for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage
to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms in This Manual. The following term appears in this manual:
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in damage to this product or other property.

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Preventing Electrostatic Damage
CAUTION. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components in
the oscilloscope and its accessories. To prevent ESD, observe these
precautions when directed to do so.
Use a Ground Strap. Wear a grounded antistatic wrist strap to
discharge the static voltage from your body while installing or
removing sensitive components.
Use a Safe Work Area. Do not use any devices capable of generating or
holding a static charge in the work area where you install or remove
sensitive components. Avoid handling sensitive components in areas
that have a floor or benchtop surface capable of generating a static
charge.
Handle Components Carefully. Do not slide sensitive components over
any surface. Do not touch exposed connector pins. Handle sensitive
components as little as possible.
Transport and Store Carefully. Transport and store sensitive components
in a static-protected bag or container.

TDS3SDI 601 Digital Video Technical Reference v
Preface
The TDS3SDI 601 Digital Video application module provides
additional functions to the TDS3000 series Digital Phosphor
Oscilloscope. These new functions make it easier to capture, display,
and measure video waveforms from both broadcast and non-broad-
cast equipment.
This Technical Reference describes the capabilities, operation, and
applications of the 601 Digital Video module. The following table
shows where to find information in this manual.
If you are looking for: Turn to:
Installation information Installing the Application Module
Firmware on page 1
Product overview The 601 Digital Video Module on
page 9
Basic operating instructions Accessing 601 Video Functions on
page 12
Function details Reference section starting on page 15
Application examples Examples section starting on page 32

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