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User Manual
WFM 601A, WFM 601E & WFM 601M
Serial Digital Component Waveform Monitors
071-0103-01
This document supports firmware version 1.00
and above.
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that in all previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
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WARRANTY
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. If a 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.
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 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 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.
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Service Assurance
If you have not already purchased Service Assurance for this product, you may do so at any time during the product’s
warranty period. Service Assurance provides Repair Protection and Calibration Services to meet your needs.
Repair Protection extends priority repair services beyond the product’s warranty period; you may purchase up to three years
of Repair Protection.
Calibration Services provide annual calibration of your product, standards compliance and required audit documentation,
recall assurance, and reminder notification of scheduled calibration. Coverage begins upon registration; you may purchase up
to five years of Calibration Services.
Service Assurance Advantages
Priced well below the cost of a single repair or calibration
Avoid delays for service by eliminating the need for separate purchase authorizations from your company
Eliminates unexpected service expenses
For Information and Ordering
For more information or to order Service Assurance, contact your Tektronix representative and provide the information
below. Service Assurance may not be available in locations outside the United States of America.
Name VISA or Master Card number and expiration
Company date or purchase order number
Address Repair Protection (1,2, or 3 years)
City, State, Postal code Calibration Services (1,2,3,4, or 5 years)
Country Instrument model and serial number
Phone Instrument purchase date
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WFM 601A, WFM 601E & WFM 601M User Manual i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface xi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Getting Started 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Description 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Included Accessories 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hardware Installation 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Power 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Waveform Monitor in a Serial Video System 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Functional Check 1–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required Equipment 1–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Initial Equipment Connections 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Functional Check Procedure 1–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Basics
Functional Overview 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Panel Overview 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Menus 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Panel Connectors 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference
Reference 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio Display (WFM 601A Only) 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bowtie Display 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configure Menus 3–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CRT Settings 3–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cursors 3–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital List (WFM 601M Only) 3–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital Waveform (WFM 601M Only) 3–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Eye Display (WFM 601E and WFM 601M Only) 3–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filter Menu 3–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gain Menu 3–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gamut Displays 3–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graticule Measurements 3–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jitter Measurement Display (WFM 601M Only) 3–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Line Select 3–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multiple Display 3–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parade Display 3–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Picture Display 3–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Presets 3–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ref Mode 3–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Serial Status 3–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sweep 3–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vector Display Modes 3–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Video In 3–58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Waveform Display 3–58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendices
Appendix A: Specifications A–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix B: Remote Operation B–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RS–232 Connector B–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Connector B–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix C: Remote Command Set C–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cable Measurement Commands C–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SLM:CABle <B8281 | B1694 | B1505> (WFM 601E and WFM 601M Only) C–3.
SLM:SOURCE? (WFM 601E and WFM 601M Only) C–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SLM:RCVR? (WFM 601E and WFM 601M Only) C–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SLM:LEVEL? (WFM 601E and WFM 601M Only) C–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SLM:LENGTH? (WFM 601E and WFM 601M Only) C–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration Commands C–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REFErence: MODE <INT | EXT> C–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ARROWhead:LIMIT:PAL <MV_700 | MV_950> C–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ARROWhead:LIMIT:NTSC <IRE_100 | IRE_110 | IRE_120 | IRE_131> C–7. . . .
ARROWhead:FORMat <NTSC | PAL | AUTO> C–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAMut:GRATicule <ARROWhead | DIAmond> C–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAMut:ALarm:TRIGger <NONE | CMPST | RGB | BOTH> C–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAMut:ALarm:DISPlay <SCRN | PICT | BOTH> C–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STANDard <LINES_525 | LINES_625 | AUTO> C–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VECtor:BARS <B100 | B75> C–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VECtor:GRATicule <LTNG | VECtor> C–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERial:MENU <STATUS | FORM | CABLE> C–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERial:DISPlay <RGB | YPbPr> C–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERial:MONitor <GBR | YPbPr> C–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERial:EAVSAV <PASS | STRIP> C–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERial:ALarm:<error type> <alarm setting> C–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UIMENU:<command> <options> C–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cursor Commands C–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CURsor:SELect <VOLT | TIME | VOLT_TIME | MARK | NONE> C–16. . . . . . . . .
CURsor:CONTROL <VOLT | TIME> C–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MC:<ONE | TWO | THREE> <marker position> C–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
<VC | TC>:<ONE | TWO> <voltage level | timing range> C–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
<TC | VC>:TRACK <ON | OFF> C–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital Waveform and Digital List Commands C–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DGTL? (WFM 601M Only) C–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DGTL:REGion? (WFM 601M Only) C–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DGTL:DATA? (WFM 601M Only)
DGTL:DATA:V#? C–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DGTL:VDATA? (WFM 601M Only) C–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DGTL:VIDmode <VIDEO | DATA> (WFM 601M Only) C–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DGTL:FReeze <ON | OFF> (WFM 601M Only) C–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DGTL:BASE <HEX | DECIMAL | BINARY> (WFM 601M Only) C–24. . . . . . . . .
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Display Commands C–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:SINGLE <display mode> C–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:INTENSITY:<display mode>:<line select mode> <intensity> C–26. . . . . .
DISPlay:INTENSITY:READ <intensity> C–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:INTENSITY:AUDIO <intensity> (WFM 601A Only) C–28. . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:PIXC <contrast range> C–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:PIXB <blackness range> C–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:TRACEROT <tracerotate> C–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:SCALEillum <scale> C–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISPlay:FOCUS:<line select mode> <range> C–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Commands C–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ESR? C–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ALLEV? C–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Eye Pattern Commands C–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EYe:DISPlay < FLAT | EQEYE> (WFM 601M Only) C–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EYe:MODE <OVERLAY | EYE10> (WFM 601E and WFM 601M Only) C–33. . . .
EYe:CLOckhpf <E10HZ | E100HZ | E1000HZ> (WFM 601E and
WFM 601M Only) C–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gain Commands C–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAIN:AUDIO <DBU0 | DBU4 | DBU8 | DBU12> (WFM 601A Only) C–35. . . . .
GAIN:W_V_STATE <x1 | x5 | x10> C–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAIN:<WFM | VEC>:VAR:STATE <ON | OFF> C–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAIN:<WFM | VEC>:VAR:VALUE <gain> C–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAIN:LTNG:VAR:<VERT | HORZ>:STATE <ON | OFF> C–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAIN:LTNG:VAR:<VERT | HORZ>:VALUE <gain> C–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Input Commands C–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INput:SOUrce <SERIALA | SERIALB> C–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INput:CHANnel <CH1 | CH2 | CH3> C–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INput:PBPROFFSet <MV_0 | MV_350> C–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jitter Measurement Commands C–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
JITter:HPFILter <J10HZ | J1000HZ | J10KHZ | J100KHZ> (WFM 601M Only) C–40
JITter:UNITS <SEC | UI | OFF> (WFM 601M Only) C–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
JITter:<ALIGNMENT | TIMING >? (WFM 601M Only) C–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Line Select Commands C–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LINESelect:<command> <options> C–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Position Commands C–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
POSition:VERTical:<display mode> <range>
POSition:HORZ:<display mode> <range> C–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preset Commands C–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PREset:REcall <PRESETn | FACTORY > C–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PREset:STORE <PRESETn> C–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PREset:NAMES:<PRESETn> “any string” C–47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sweep Commands C–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SWEEP:TIMING <ONEL | TWOL | ONEF | TWOF> C–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SWEEP:TIMING <ONEL | ONEF> C–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SWEEP:MAG <OFF | ON> C–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Commands C–50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MENU <FILTer | CURsor | LINESelect | CONFIG | GAIN | CRT | CLear |
SERial> C–50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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FILTer <FLAT | DIFF | LP> C–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AFC <ON | OFF> C–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PORT:ECHO <ON | OFF> C–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ROTEST <ON | OFF> C–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SNID? C–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CALSignal:ENable <OFF | ON> C–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Command Processing Code C–55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix D: User Service D–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning or Replacing the Fan Filter D–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse Replacement D–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graticule Light Replacement D–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning D–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the CRT Filter D–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glossary
Index
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List of Figures
Figure 1–1: Dimensions of the 1700F00 plain cabinet 1–6. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–2: 1700F02 portable cabinet 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–3: Rear view of the waveform monitor in a 1700F02 cabinet 1–8
Figure 1–4: The 1700F05 rack cabinet holds two instruments 1–9. . . . . .
Figure 1–5: 1700F05 cabinet showing utility drawer and blank panel 1–10
Figure 1–6: Monitoring the video bit stream of a serial receiver 1–12. . . .
Figure 1–7: Monitoring serial digital signals around
a routing switcher 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–8: Eye Pattern display of a termination with good
return loss 1–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–9: Eye Pattern display of a termination with poor
return loss 1–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–10: Initial equipment connections 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–11: Initial display in the Waveform display mode 1–18. . . . . . . .
Figure 1–12: Channel 1 of Color bar with CRT adjustments visible 1–19.
Figure 1–13: Eye Pattern display mode 1–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–14: Jitter display mode 1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–15: Vector display for 100% Color bar signal 1–22. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–16: Lightning display for 100% Color bar signal 1–22. . . . . . . .
Figure 1–17:Arrowhead gamut display 1–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–18: Diamond gamut display 1–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–19: Video digital waveform 1–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–20: Data digital waveform 1–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–21: Typical Audio display with small phase error 1–26. . . . . . . .
Figure 2–1: WFM 601M front panel 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–2: WFM 601A and WFM 601E front panels 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–3: Elements of the waveform monitor menu controls 2–5. . . . .
Figure 2–4: Rear panel of the waveform monitor 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–1:A signal from one channel only 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–2: X and Y signal in phase with equal amplitudes 3–2. . . . . . . .
Figure 3–3: Signals out of phase with equal amplitudes 3–2. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–4: Signals out of phase with unequal amplitudes 3–3. . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–5: Signals with reverse polarity and equal amplitudes 3–3. . . .
Figure 3–6: Signals with a phase error of 90 degrees and
equal amplitudes 3–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–7: Typical Audio display pattern with small phase error 3–4. .
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Figure 3–8: Typical Bowtie display on the waveform monitor 3–5. . . . . .
Figure 3–9: Bowtie waveform showing a timing error in CH 3 3–6. . . . .
Figure 3–10: Bowtie waveform showing gain error in CH 3 3–6. . . . . . . .
Figure 3–11: Configure menu for WFM/VEC showing
the selection knob 3–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–12: Map of functions available in the Configure menu 3–9. . . .
Figure 3–13: Example of the Digital List display 3–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–14: Data List display mode in the Video mode 3–15. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–15: Digital Waveform display in the VIDEO mode 3–16. . . . . . .
Figure 3–16: Digital Waveform display in DATA mode 3–17. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–17: Digital Waveform display showing X5 gain on CH 1 (Y)
waveform 3–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–18: Overlay Eye display 3–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–19: 10-EYE triggered display 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–20: Connections for measuring a serial source 3–22. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–21: Timing Cursors alignment for measuring 20–80%
rise time 3–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–22: Construction of the Diamond display 3–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–23: Out-of-gamut signals on a Diamond display 3–30. . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–24: NTSC and PAL Arrowhead gamut displays 3–31. . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–25: Waveform measurement graticule 3–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–26: Graticule for K-factor measurements 3–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–27: Example of the Jitter display 3–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–28: Parade display of YPbPr shown in Line Select mode
(15H only) 3–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–29: Parade display of Y and Pb signals 3–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–30: Example of the Picture display 3–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–31: Serial STATUS display for firmware V2.X 3–45. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–32: Serial STATUS display for firmware V1.X 3–47. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–33: Serial format display showing the FORMAT screen 3–48. . .
Figure 3–34: Serial format display showing the Cable screen 3–49. . . . . .
Figure 3–35: Connection for point-to-point error measurements 3–50. . .
Figure 3–36: Vector display relationship of the Pr and Pb signals 3–53. . .
Figure 3–37: Vector display graticule 3–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–38: Construction of the Lightning display 3–55. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–39: Lightning graticule showing interchannel timing errors 3–56
Figure B–1: Pin assignments for the RS-232 connector B–1. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure B–2: Pin assignments for the REMOTE connector B–2. . . . . . . .
Figure D–1: Graticule light bulb replacement D–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of Tables
Table 3–1: List of measured and actual rise times for the
waveform monitor 3–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–1: Electrical specifications A–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–2: CRT display A–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–3: AC power source A–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–4: Environmental characteristics A–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–5: Physical characteristics A–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–6: Safety standards A–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–7: Safety certification compliance A–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–8: Certifications and compliances A–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B–1: Remote connector pin assignments and functions B–2. . . . . .
Table C–1: Symbols used in this section C–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–2: SERial:ALarm: commands and options C–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–3: UIMENU: commands and options C–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–4: Voltage and Timing Cursor positioning commands
and options C–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–5: Voltage and Timing Cursor tracking commands and
options C–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–6: DISPLay:SINGLE commands C–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–7: DISPlay:INTENSITY command options C–27. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–8: DISPLay:FOCUS command options C–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–9: Typical ALLEV? responses to detected system errors. C–32. .
Table C–10: LINESelect: commands and options C–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–11: POSition:VERTical commands and options C–45. . . . . . . . .
Table C–12: POSition:HORZ commands and options C–45. . . . . . . . . . . .
Table C–13: FILTer command options C–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Use Proper Power Cord. To avoid fire hazard, use only the power cord specified
for this product.
Avoid Electric Overload. To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not apply a
voltage to a terminal that is outside the range specified for that terminal.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not
operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Use Proper Fuse. To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse type and rating specified
for this product.
Do Not Operate in Wet/DampConditions. To avoid electric shock, do not operate
this product in wet or damp conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere. To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not
operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
Use Proper Power Source. Do not operate this product from a power source that
applies more than the voltage specified.
Provide Proper Ventilation. To prevent product overheating, provide proper
ventilation.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
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.
Injury Precautions
Product Damage
Precautions
Symbols and Terms
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CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
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.
Symbols on the Product. The following symbols may appear on the product:
ProtectiveGround
(Earth)Terminal ATTENTION Refer to Manual Double Insulated
DANGER
High Voltage
Refer to the specifications section for a listing of certifications and compliances
that apply to this product.
Certifications and
Compliances
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Preface
This manual describes the capabilities of the WFM 601A, WFM 601E, and
WFM 601M Serial Digital Component Waveform Monitors and their features
and specifications.
To get started, refer to the first section, Getting Started. This section shows you
how to install and configure the waveform monitor for use in your operating
environment. For detailed information about a feature, refer to the third section,
Reference.
About This Manual
This manual is composed of the following sections:
Getting Started provides a product description, installation instructions, and a
functional check procedure. Standard and optional accessories are also listed.
Operating Basics briefly describes the front panel controls and rear panel
connections.
Reference provides an alphabetized reference for all display modes and
configurable features of the waveform monitor.
Appendices provides additional information including the specifications,
remote control interfaces, and maintenance procedures.
Related Manuals
The following related document is also available.
The WFM 601A, WFM 601E, and WFM 601M Service Manual
(070–9836-XX) describes how to service the waveform monitors. This
optional manual may be ordered separately.
Complete and mail the Warranty Reply Card packaged with this manual to ensure
that you receive notifications of firmware or hardware upgrades.
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Contacting Tektronix
Product
Support For application-oriented questions about a Tektronix measure- ment product, 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 Contact your local Tektronix distributor or sales office. Or visit our web site for a listing of worldwide service locations.
http://www.tek.com
For other
information In North America: 1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433)
An operator will direct your call.
To write us Tektronix, Inc.
P.O. Box 1000
Wilsonville, OR 97070-1000
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Getting Started
This section presents information you need to set up your waveform monitor and
to check that it is functional. This section contains the following information:
Product Description gives an overview of the product capabilities.
Accessories lists the standard and optional accessories.
Installation describes how to set up the waveform monitor for use.
Functional Check gives a procedure to verify the primary functions of your
waveform monitor.
Product Description
The waveform monitors measure and display 4:2:2 component serial digital
signals. A waveform monitor displays serial digital signals as the familiar
component signals, as an Eye pattern, as digital data or in a variety of standard
measurement modes. Use the EDH (Error Detection and Handling) system and
the suite of automated checks of the serial digital format to verify data integrity.
Refer to Appendix A: Specifications for details of the waveform monitor
performance.
The waveform monitors offers the following features:
Two 270 Mbit serial component loop-through inputs
Digital video standards SMPTE 259M, ITU-R BT.656, and ITU–R BT.601
RGB and Y-PB-PRdisplay format for 525 and 625 line signals
Eye Pattern display with Timing and Voltage Cursors on the WFM 601E and
the WFM 601M
Jitter demodulator with numeric jitter readout and video correlated jitter
waveform display on the WFM 601M
Parade or Waveform display of Y, PB, and PRcomponent signals
Digital Waveform and Data displays with Data-cursor correlation between
display modes on the WFM 601M
RGB and composite Gamut checks with Diamond and Arrowhead displays
Field, line, and word (WFM 601M only) select with readout and bright up of
selected lines on Picture Monitor Out (Y or G Channel)
Features
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