Tektronix TDS3TRG User manual

User Manual
TDS3TRG
Advanced Trigger
Application Module
071-0305-01
This document supports firmware version 2.00
and above.
User Manual
TDS3TRG
Advanced Trigger
Application Module
071-0305-01
This document supports firmware version 2.00
and above.

Copyright ©Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.
Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and
pending. Information in this publication supercedes that in all previously
published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
Printed in the U.S.A.
Tektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 1000, Wilsonville, OR 97070–1000
TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.
DPX is a trademark of Tektronix, Inc.
Copyright ©Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.
Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and
pending. Information in this publication supercedes that in all previously
published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
Printed in the U.S.A.
Tektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 1000, Wilsonville, OR 97070–1000
TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.
DPX is a trademark of Tektronix, Inc.

WARRANTY SUMMARY
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment
from an authorized Tektronix distributor. If a product proves defective within the
respective period, Tektronix will provide repair or replacement as described in the complete
warranty statement.
To arrange for service or obtain a copy of the complete warranty statement, please contact
your nearest Tektronix sales and service office.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS SUMMARY OR THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY
STATEMENT, TEKTRONIX MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO
EVENT SHALL TEKTRONIX BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
WARRANTY SUMMARY
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment
from an authorized Tektronix distributor. If a product proves defective within the
respective period, Tektronix will provide repair or replacement as described in the complete
warranty statement.
To arrange for service or obtain a copy of the complete warranty statement, please contact
your nearest Tektronix sales and service office.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS SUMMARY OR THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY
STATEMENT, TEKTRONIX MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO
EVENT SHALL TEKTRONIX BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting Tektronix vi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Installing Application Module and Firmware 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Module Installation 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Module Installation 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Basics
Advanced Trigger Features 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing Advanced Triggering 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Trigger Concepts 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference
Conventions 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pattern Triggering 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
State Triggering 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pulse Width Triggering 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Runt Pulse Triggering 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slew Rate Triggering 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix
Appendix A: Specifications 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting Tektronix vi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Installing Application Module and Firmware 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Module Installation 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Module Installation 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Basics
Advanced Trigger Features 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing Advanced Triggering 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Trigger Concepts 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference
Conventions 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pattern Triggering 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
State Triggering 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pulse Width Triggering 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Runt Pulse Triggering 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slew Rate Triggering 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix
Appendix A: Specifications 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual 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.
TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual 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.

General Safety Summary
iv TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual
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.
General Safety Summary
iv TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual
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.

TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual v
Preface
This User Manual describes the capabilities, operation, and
applications of the TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger application module.
The following table shows you where to find information in this
manual.
If you are looking for: Turn to:
Installation information Installing Application Module and
Firmware on page 1
Product overview Advanced Trigger Features on page 6
Basic operating instructions Accessing Advanced Triggering on
page 8
Understanding advanced triggering Advanced Trigger Concepts on page 9
Function details Reference section starting on page 15
Technical specifications Specifications appendix on page 38
TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual v
Preface
This User Manual describes the capabilities, operation, and
applications of the TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger application module.
The following table shows you where to find information in this
manual.
If you are looking for: Turn to:
Installation information Installing Application Module and
Firmware on page 1
Product overview Advanced Trigger Features on page 6
Basic operating instructions Accessing Advanced Triggering on
page 8
Understanding advanced triggering Advanced Trigger Concepts on page 9
Function details Reference section starting on page 15
Technical specifications Specifications appendix on page 38

Preface
vi TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual
Contacting Tektronix
Product
Support For questions about using Tektronix measurement products, call toll free in North America:
1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433 ext. 2400)
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific time
Or contact us by e-mail:
[email protected]
For product support outside of North America,
contact your local Tektronix distributor or sales
office.
Service
Support Tektronix offers extended warranty and calibration programs as options on many products. Contact
your local Tektronix distributor or sales office.
For a listing of worldwide service centers, visit our
web site.
For other
information In North America: 1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433)
An operator will direct your call.
To write us
Website
Tektronix, Inc.
P.O. Box 1000
Wilsonville, OR 97070-1000
USA
Tektronix.com
Preface
vi TDS3TRG Advanced Trigger User Manual
Contacting Tektronix
Product
Support For questions about using Tektronix measurement products, call toll free in North America:
1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433 ext. 2400)
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific time
Or contact us by e-mail:
[email protected]
For product support outside of North America,
contact your local Tektronix distributor or sales
office.
Service
Support Tektronix offers extended warranty and calibration programs as options on many products. Contact
your local Tektronix distributor or sales office.
For a listing of worldwide service centers, visit our
web site.
For other
information In North America: 1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433)
An operator will direct your call.
To write us
Website
Tektronix, Inc.
P.O. Box 1000
Wilsonville, OR 97070-1000
USA
Tektronix.com