Tektronix DPO7000 Series Manual

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DPO7000 Series, DPO70000/B, and DSA70000/B Series
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
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Quick Start User Manual
*P071259700*
071-2597-00

DPO7000 Series, DPO70000/B, and DSA70000/B Series
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
ZZZ
Quick Start User Manual
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www.tektronix.com
071-2597-00

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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 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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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary ............................................................................................................. v
Compliance Information .............................................................................................................. vii
EMC Compliance................................................................................................................ vii
Safety Compliance............................................................................................................... ix
Environmental Considerations................................................................................................... xi
Preface................................................................................................................................ xii
Key Features .................................................................................................................... xii
Documentation ................................................................................................................. xiii
Conventions Used in this Manual ............................................................................................. xiv
Install Your Instrument................................................................................................................. 1
Standard Accessories............................................................................................................ 1
Operating Requirements......................................................................................................... 2
Preventing ESD .................................................................................................................. 4
Powering On the Instrument..................................................................................................... 5
Powering Off the Instrument..................................................................................................... 7
Removing the Power............................................................................................................. 7
Connecting to a Network......................................................................................................... 8
Adding a Second Monitor........................................................................................................ 9
Creating Operating System Restore CD-ROMs ............................................................................... 12
Getting Acquainted with Your Instrument ...... ......................................... ...... .... .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .... .. .... ..... 13
Front Panel......................................................................................................................13
Side and Rear Panels........................................................................................................... 14
Interface and Display ........................................................................................................... 16
Control Panel....................................................................................................................18
Accessing Online Help.......................................................................................................... 19
Accessing Menus and Control Windows .... ....................... .... .. .. .. .. .... ....................... .... .. .. .. ........... 20
Inspect Your Instrument .............................................................................................................. 21
Verify Internal Diagnostics Pass...... ..................................... ...... .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .... .. ...... ............... 21
Acquisition ............................................................................................................................ 23
Signal Path Compensation ..................................................................................................... 23
Setting Up Signal Input ......................................................................................................... 25
Using Default Setup............................................................................................................. 26
Using Autoset ................................................................................................................... 27
Probe Compensation, Calibration, and Deskew............................................................................... 28
Acquisition Concepts............................................................................................................ 28
How the Acquisition Modes Work .............................................................................................. 31
Changing the Acquisition Mode ................................................................................................ 32
Starting and Stopping an Acquisition..... ...... ................................................................. ...... ...... ... 33
Selecting the Horizontal Mode.................................................................................................. 33
Using FastAcq................................................................................................................... 35
Using DSP Enhanced Bandwidth .............................................................................................. 36
Using Roll Mode................................................................................................................. 38
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Using FastFrame Mode......................................................................................................... 39
Using FastFrame Frame Finder ................................................................................................ 42
Using TekLink and MultiScope Trigger ...... ................................................................. ...... ...... .... .. 43
Pinpoint Triggers...................................................................................................................... 47
Triggering Concepts............................................................................................................. 47
Choosing a Trigger Type........................................................................................................ 49
Pinpoint Trigger Selections ..................................................................................................... 50
Checking Trigger Status ........................................................................................................ 52
Using A (Main) and B (Delayed) Triggers ... ............................. ...... .... .. .. .. .. .... .. .... .......................... 53
Sending E-mail on Trigger...................................................................................................... 56
Using Horizontal Delay.......................................................................................................... 57
Display a Waveform .................................................................................................................. 58
Setting the Display Style........................................................................................................ 58
Setting the Display Persistence ................................................................................................ 59
Setting the Display Format...................................................................................................... 60
Selecting the Waveform Interpolation .......................................................................................... 61
Adding Screen Text ............................................................................................................. 61
Setting the Graticule Style...................................................................................................... 63
Setting the Trigger Level Marker .................... .... .. .. .. .. .... ....................... .. .. .. .... ....................... ... 64
Displaying the Date and Time .................................................................................................. 64
Using the Color Palettes........................................................................................................ 65
Setting the Reference Colors................................................................................................... 66
Setting Math Colors............................................................................................................. 66
Using MultiView Zoom .......................................................................................................... 66
Zooming in Multiple Areas...................................................................................................... 68
Lock and Scroll Zoomed Waveforms........................................................................................... 69
Hide Waveforms in the Zoomed Window ...... .. .. .. ............... .. .... ........... .... .. ............... .. .. ............... .. 71
Searching and Marking Waveforms ........... .... .. .. .. .. .... ................. .... .. .. .. ....................... .... .. .... ..... 72
Analyzing Waveforms ................................................................................................................ 80
Taking Automatic Measurements............................................................................................... 80
Automated Measurement Selections........................................................................................... 82
Customizing an Automatic Measurement...................................................................................... 84
Taking Cursor Measurements .................................................................................................. 88
Setting Up a Histogram ......................................................................................................... 91
Using Math Waveforms ......................................................................................................... 92
Using Spectral Analysis......................................................................................................... 95
Using Mask Testing ............................................................................................................. 98
Using Limit Testing............................................................................................................ 102
MyScope............................................................................................................................ 104
Creating a New MyScope Control Window . .. .... ...... ......................................... ...... .... .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. 104
Using MyScope Control Windows............................................................................................ 108
Saving and Recalling Information.................................................................................................. 110
Saving Screen Captures...................................................................................................... 110
Saving Waveforms............................................................................................................. 111
Recalling Waveforms ......................................................................................................... 113
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Saving Instrument Setups .................................................................................................... 114
Recalling Instrument Setups.................................................................................................. 115
Saving Measurements........................................................................................................ 116
Copying Your Results to the Clipboard.................... .... .. .... ................. .... .. .. .. .. .... ................. .... .. . 117
Printing a Hard Copy.......................................................................................................... 119
Run Application Software ..........................................................................................................121
Application Examples............................................................................................................... 123
Capturing Intermittent Anomalies............................................................................................. 123
Using the Extended Desktop and OpenChoice Architecture for Efficient Documentation ................................. 126
Triggering on Buses........................................................................................................... 128
Triggering on a Video Signal.................................................................................................. 129
Setting Up E-mail on Event................................................................................................... 131
Correlating Data Between a Tektronix Oscilloscope and Logic Analyzer................................................... 133
Verifying Performance Using Limit Test...................................................................................... 134
Cleaning....................................................................................................................... 137
Index
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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.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system. Read the safety sections of the other
component manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.
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.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connected
to a voltage source.
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.
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.
The inputs are not rated for connection to mains or Category II, III, or IV circuits.
Connect the probe reference lead to earth ground only.
Power Disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. Do not block the power cord; it
must remain accessible to the user at all times.
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.
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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TermsinthisManual
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), safety, 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, EN 61326-2-1:2006. EMC requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratoryuse.1,2,3
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 4
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 4
IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity 5
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker
European Contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
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.
3If interconnect cables are used, they must be low–EMI shielded cables such as the following Tektronix part numbers or their
equivalents: 012-0991-01, 012-0991-02 or 012-0991-03 GPIB Cable; 012-1213-00 (or CA part number 0294-9) RS-232 Cable;
012-1214–00 Centronics Cable; or LCOM part number CTL3VGAMM-5 VGA Cable. Use an 012-0482-00 cable for the Ref Out connector.
4The performance criterion for when the oscilloscope is subjected to the continuously present electromagnetic phenomenon:
10 mV/division to 1 V/division: ≤0.4 division waveform displacement or ≤0.8 division increase in peak–to–peak noise Performance
criterion for when the oscilloscope is subjected to transient electromagnetic phenomenon: Temporary, self–recoverable degradation
or loss of performance is allowed, but no change of actual operating state or loss of stored data is allowed.
5Performance Criterion C applied at the 70%/25 cycle Voltage-Dip and the 0%/250 cycle Voltage-Interruption test levels
(IEC 61000-4-11). If the instrument powers down upon a voltage dip or interruption it will take longer than ten seconds to reboot.
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Compliance Information
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per the following standard:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN 61326-1:2006 and
EN 61326-2-1:2006.
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Compliance Information
Safety Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – Low Voltage
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EN 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use.
U.S. Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Listing
UL 61010-1:2004, 2nd Edition. Standard for electrical measuring and test equipment.
Canadian Certification
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use. Part 1.
Additional Compliances
IEC 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.
Equipment Type
Test and measuring equipment.
Safety Class
Class 1 – grounded product.
Pollution Degree Description
Ame
asure 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.
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.
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Pollution Degree
Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor use only.
Installation (Overvoltage) Category Descriptions
Terminals on this product may have different installation (overvoltage) category designations. The installation categories are:
Measurement Category IV. For measurements performed at the source of low-voltage installation.
Measurement Category III. For measurements performed in the building installation.
Measurement Category II. For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.
Measurement Category I. For measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to MAINS.
Overvoltage Category
Mains: Overvoltage Category II
Measurement inputs: Overvoltage Category I
(As defined in IEC 61010-1)
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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 Web
site (www.tektronix.com).
Mercury Notification. This product uses an LCD backlight lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated due
to environmental considerations. Please contact your local authorities or, within the United States, refer to the E-cycling
Central Web page (www.eiae.org) for disposal or recycling information.
Perchlorate Materials. This product contains one or more type CR lithium batteries. According to the state
of California, CR lithium batteries are classified as perchlorate materials and require special handling. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for additional information.
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 DPO7000 Series, DSA70000/B Series and DPO70000/B Series
Instruments. Basic operations and concepts are presented in this manual. For more detailed information see the online help
on your instrument. The following instruments are supported by this manual:
DPO72004/B and DSA72004/B
DPO71604/B and DSA71604/B
DPO71254/B and DSA71254/B
DPO70804/B and DSA70804/B
DPO70604/B and DSA70604/B
DPO70404/B and DSA70404/B
DPO7354
DPO7254
DPO7104
DPO7054
Key Features
DPO7000, DSA70000/B and DPO70000/B Series Instruments can help you verify, debug, and characterize electronic
designs. Key features include:
20 GHz bandwidth and 50 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, DPO72004/B and DSA72004/B
16 GHz bandwidth and 50 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, DPO71604/B and DSA71604/B
12.5 GHz bandwidth and 50 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, DPO71254/B and DSA71254/B
8 GHz bandwidth and 25 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, DPO70804/B and DSA70804/B
6 GHz bandwidth and 25 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, DPO70604/B and DSA70604/B
4 GHz bandwidth and 25 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, DPO70404/B and DSA70404/B
3.5 GHz bandwidth and 10 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, 40 GS/s on 1 channel, DPO7354
2.5 GHz bandwidth and 10 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, 40 GS/s on 1 channel, DPO7254
1 GHz bandwidth and 5 GS/s (10 GS/s optional) real time sampling rate on all channels, 20 GS/s (40 GS/s optional)
on 1 channel, DPO7104
500 MHz bandwidth and 2.5 GS/s (5 GS/s optional) real time sampling rate on all channels, 10 GS/s (20 GS/s optional)
on 1 channel, DPO7054
Enhanced Bandwidth capability that, when enabled, applies Digital Signal Process (DSP) filters that can extend the
bandwidth and flatten the passband. Enhanced Bandwidth provides a matched response across enabled channels
when they are at maximum sample rate. You can limit the bandwidth in 1 GHz increments down to 500 MHz for
maximum bandwidth to optimize the signal to noise ratio. Enhanced bandwidth is extended to the probe tip for some
high performance probes and tips.
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Record lengths up to 500,000,000 samples, depending on model and option
Up to 1.0% DC vertical gain accuracy, depending on model
Four input channels (each with 8-bit resolution when not in Hi-Res mode), auxiliary trigger input and output
Sample, envelope, peak-detect, high-resolution, waveform database, average, and FastAcq acquisition modes
Full programmability, with an extensive GPIB-command set and a message-based interface
Trigger types include edge, logic, pulse (may be logic qualified), selectable for both A and B trigger events. Window
trigger mode triggers as the trigger source passes into or out of a defined window. Triggers can be logic qualified. Setup
and hold trigger mode triggers when a logic input changes state inside of the setup and hold times relative to the clock.
Trigger jitter is less than 1 ps RMS (typical), depending on model. You can typically trigger on a glitch or pulse of less
than 200 ps in width. Low speed serial triggering, serial pattern triggering, and pattern lock triggering are available on
some models or options. Selectable trigger position correction to more accurately place the trigger and reduce jitter.
Powerful built-in measurement capability, including histograms, automatic measurements, eye pattern measurements
and measurement statistics
Mathematically combine waveforms to create waveforms that support your data-analysis task. Use arbitrary filters in
math equations. Use spectral analysis to analyze waveforms in the frequency domain.
A large 12.1 inch (307.3 mm) high resolution XGA color display that supports color grading of waveform data to show
sample density. Display 10 divisions both horizontally and vertically.
MultiView Zoom to view and compare up to four zoom areas at a time. Lock and manually or automatically scroll up to
four zoom areas. You can control the visibility of waveforms inside the zoom window
Automatic event search and user marking to automatically find and refer to desired points of interest on your waveforms
Automatic DDR analysis using the DDR Memory Technology Analysis option
Customizable MyScope control windows
Ability to control sample rate and record length separately from time per division
An intuitive, graphical user interface (UI), with online help that is built in and available on screen
Internal, removable disk storage
Wide array of probing solutions
Documentation
Review the following for the location of different types of information available for this product.
To read about Use these documents
Installation and Operation (overviews) Quick Start User Manual. Provides general operating information.
In-Depth Operation and User Interface Help Online Help. Provides detailed instructions for using instrument functions.
Access online help from the Help button or Help menu for information on
controls and elements on screen. (See page 19, Accessing Online Help.)
Programmer Commands Programmer guide (on the product software DVD). Includes the syntax of
the GPIB commands.
Service Information Service manual (on the product software DVD and the documentation
browser).
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To read about Use these documents
Analysis and Connectivity Tools Getting Started with OpenChoice Solutions Manual. Provides information
about various connectivity and analysis tools available on your instrument.
Conventions Used in this Manual
The following icons are used throughout this manual.
Sequence
Step
Front panel
power
Connect
power
Network PS2 SVGA USB
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