Tektronix TDS3000 Series User manual

User Manual
TDS3000 Series
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
071-0274-01
This document supports firmware version 2.00
and above.

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OSCILLOSCOPE 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 purchase
from an authorized Tektronix distributor. 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. Batteries are excluded from this warranty.
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, shipping charges prepaid,
and with a copy of customer proof of purchase. 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
LISTED PRODUCTS 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.

PROBE WARRANTY
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase from
an authorized Tektronix distributor. 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. Batteries are excluded from this warranty.
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, shipping charges prepaid,
and with a copy of customer proof of purchase. 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
LISTED PRODUCTS 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
General Safety Summary iv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface viii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting Tektronix ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Initial Setup 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Functional Check 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Compensation 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signal Path Compensation (SPC) 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product and Feature Description 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Acquisition Features 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signal Processing Features 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display Features 1–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measurement Features 1–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger Features 1–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Convenience Features 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Features 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting the Oscilloscope 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Positions 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Power 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Battery Power 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Safely with Battery Power 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Battery 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximizing Operating Time 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging the Battery 1–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing an Application Module 1–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing a Communication Module 1–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front-Panel Menus and Controls 1–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Menu System 1–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Menu Buttons 1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Dedicated Controls 1–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identifying Items in the Display 1–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using QuickMenus 1–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front-Panel Connectors 1–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear-Panel Connectors 1–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Application Examples
Taking Simple Measurements 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Autoset 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Automatic Measurements 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measuring Two Signals 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customizing Your Measurements 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analyzing Signal Detail 2–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Looking at a Noisy Signal 2–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Separating the Signal from Noise 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taking Cursor Measurements 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Delay 2–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measuring Jitter 2–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Triggering on a Video Signal 2–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capturing a Single-Shot Signal 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optimizing the Acquisition 2–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Horizontal Zoom Function 2–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Disk Drive 2–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving Screen Images 2–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving Waveform Data 2–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference
Introduction to Reference 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Acquisition Controls 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cursor 3–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display 3–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hard Copy 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horizontal Controls 3–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measure 3–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
QuickMenu 3–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Save/Recall 3–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger Controls 3–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Utility 3–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vertical Controls 3–70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Appendices
Appendix A: Specifications A–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix B: Factory Setup B–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix C:Accessories C–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix D: Probe Basics D–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Descriptions D–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Compensation D–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TekProbe Interface D–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Guard D–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ground Leads D–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P3010 High-Frequency Compensation D–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P3010 Replaceable Parts and Accessories D–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P6139A Replaceable Parts and Accessories D–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Other Probes D–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supported Active Probes D–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unsupported Probes D–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix E: Performance Verification E–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Test Record E–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Verification Procedures E–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix F: General Care and Cleaning F–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Care F–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning F–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glossary
Index

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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. To avoid
potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
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. Connect the probe output to the
measurement instrument before connecting the probe to the circuit
under test. Disconnect the probe input and the probe ground from the
circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the measure-
ment instrument.
Ground the Product. When operating with AC power, 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.
When operating with battery power, this product must still be
grounded. To prevent electric shock, always connect a grounding
wire between the ground terminal on the rear panel and earth ground.
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.
Connect the ground lead of the probe to earth ground only.

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Replace Batteries Properly. Replace batteries only with the proper type
and rating specified.
Recharge Batteries Properly. Recharge batteries for the recommended
charge cycle only.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with
covers or panels removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this
product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is present.
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.
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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Safety Terms and Symbols
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.
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. These symbols may appear on the product:
ProtectiveGround
(Earth)Terminal CAUTION Refer to Manual
WARNING
High Voltage Battery Information

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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.
Battery Recycling
This product may contain an optional Nickel Cadmium (NiCad)
battery, which must be recycled or disposed of properly. For the
location of a local battery recycler in the U.S. or Canada, please
contact:
RBRC (800) BATTERY
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. [phone]
P.O. Box 141870 www.rbrc.com
Gainesville, Florida 32614

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Preface
This User Manual describes the capabilities, operation, and
applications of the TDS3000 Series Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes.
The following table shows you where to find information in this
manual.
If you are looking for: Turn to:
Product overview Product and Feature Description on
page 1–4
Installation information Connect Power on page 1–10
Basic operating instructions Front Panel Controls on page 1–18
Details about a product feature Reference on page 3–1
Look up the front-panel button for the
feature
Application examples Application Examples on page 2–1
Information about selecting a
language Configure System on page 3–61
Information about battery operation Using Battery Power on page 1–10
Information about making a hard copy Hard Copy on page 3–21
Information about probes and probe-
power limitations Probe Basics on page D–1
Technical specifications Specifications on page A–1
Recommended accessories Accessories on page C–1

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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

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Getting Started

TDS3000 Series User Manual 1–1
Getting Started
In addition to a product and feature description, this chapter covers
the following topics:
HHow to perform a quick functional check, install and compensate
passive probes, and compensate the signal path
HHow to install the power cord, battery pack, and operate the
oscilloscope safely with battery power
HHow to install application modules and communication modules
HHow to use the menu system
HHow to identify the oscilloscope controls and connectors
Initial Setup
The following procedures describe how to quickly verify that the
oscilloscope is powering up and functioning correctly, compensate
passive probes using the built-in compensation signal, and run the
signal path compensation (SPC) routine for maximum signal
accuracy.
HYou should perform all initial setup procedures the first time you
use the oscilloscope.
HYou should perform the probe compensation procedure whenever
you attach a passive probe for the first time to any input channel.
HYou should run the signal path compensation routine whenever
the ambient temperature changes by 10_C or more.

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FunctionalCheck
Perform this quick functional check to verify that your oscilloscope
is operating correctly.
1. Connect the oscilloscope power
cable (refer to page 1–9).
2. Turn on the oscilloscope.
Wait for the confirmation that
all self tests have passed.
PASSED
On/Standby
button
3. Connect the oscilloscope probe
to channel 1. Attach the probe
tip and reference lead to the
PROBE COMP connectors.
CH 1
PROBE COMP
4. Push the AUTOSET button.
You should see a square wave in
the display (approximately 5 V
at 1 kHz).

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ProbeCompensation
Perform this adjustment to match your probe to the input channel.
This should be done whenever you attach a passive probe for the first
time to any input channel.
1. Connect the oscilloscope probe
to channel 1. Attach the probe
tip and reference lead to the
PROBE COMP connectors,
then push AUTOSET.
If using the probe hook-tip,
ensure a proper connection by
firmly twisting the tip onto the
probe.
CH 1
PROBE COMP
AU
T
OS
ET
button
2. Check the shape of the displayed
waveform. Overcompensated
Compensated correctly
Undercompensated
3. If necessary, adjust your probe.
Repeat as necessary. L
NOTE. See Appendix D: Probe Basics for more information about the
probes provided with your oscilloscope.

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Signal Path Compensation (SPC)
The signal path compensation (SPC) routine optimizes the
oscilloscope signal path for maximum measurement accuracy. You
can run the routine anytime but you should always run the routine if
the ambient temperature changes by 10C or more.
To compensate the signal path, do the following steps:
1. Disconnect any probes or cables from the channel input
connectors.
2. Push the UTILITY button.
3. Push the System screen button to select Cal.
4. Push the Signal Path screen button.
5. Push OK Compensate Signal Path. This procedure takes several
minutes to complete.
NOTE. The signal path compensation does not include calibration to
the probe tip.
Product and Feature Description
The TDS3000 Series Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope family consists
of the models in the table below.
Model Bandwidth Maximum
sample rate
TDS3012 (2 Ch), TDS3014 (4 Ch) 100 MHz 1.25 GS/s
TDS3032 (2 Ch), TDS3034 (4 Ch) 300 MHz 2.5 GS/s
TDS3052 (2 Ch), TDS3054 (4 Ch) 500 MHz 5 GS/s