Tektronix TDS3012C User manual

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TDS3000C Series
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
ZZZ
User Manual
*P071230807*
071-2308-07

TDS3000C Series
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
ZZZ
User Manual
xx
Last Published: May 7, 2015
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Warranty
Tektronix warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of three (3) years from the date of original purchase from an authorized
Tektronix distributor. If the 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. 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, 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
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
Important safety information ........................................... iv
General safety summary........................................... iv
Service safety summary.......................................... viii
Terms in this manual............................................... ix
Symbols and terms on the product................................ ix
Compliance information ................................................ xi
EMC compliance................................................... xi
Safety compliance................................................ xiii
Environmental considerations................................... xvi
Preface.................................................................. xix
Getting Started............................................................ 1
Initial Setup.......................................................... 1
Product and Feature Description................................... 5
Operating Positions ................................................. 9
Connecting Power................................................. 10
Installing an Application Module................................ 15
Installing the Communication Module .......................... 15
Front-Panel Menus and Controls................................. 16
Front-Panel Connectors........................................... 28
Rear-Panel Connectors............................................ 29
Communication Module Connectors ............................ 30
Application Examples.................................................. 31
Taking Simple Measurements.................................... 32
Analyzing Signal Detail .......................................... 38
Taking FFT Measurements ....................................... 45
Triggering on a Video Signal..................................... 48
Capturing a Single-Shot Signal .................................. 51
Saving Data to a USB Flash Drive............................... 54
Reference................................................................ 59
Acquisition Controls .............................................. 59
Cursor .............................................................. 70
Display ............................................................. 75
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Hard Copy ......................................................... 78
Horizontal Controls ............................................... 81
Math and FFT...................................................... 87
Measure ............................................................ 96
QuickMenu ....................................................... 101
Save/Recall ....................................................... 102
Trigger Controls.................................................. 109
Utility.............................................................. 133
Vertical Controls.................................................. 140
e*Scope Web-Based Remote Control .......................... 144
Appendix A: Specifications........................................... 149
Appendix B: Factory Setup........................................... 161
Appendix C: Accessories . . ...... . ...... . ...... . ....... . ...... . ....... 165
Appendix D: Probe Basics............................................ 169
Probe Descriptions ............................................... 169
Probe Compensation ............................................. 170
TekProbe Interface ............................................... 171
Probe Guard ...................................................... 171
Ground Leads..................................................... 172
P3010 High-Frequency Compensation......................... 173
P3010 Replaceable Parts and Accessories .... . ..... . ...... .... 174
P6139A Replaceable Parts and Accessories ..... . ....... . ..... 175
Using Other Probes .............................................. 177
Supported Active Probes and Adapters......................... 177
Unsupported Probes.............................................. 178
Appendix E: General Care and Cleaning............................ 179
Appendix F: Ethernet Setup .......................................... 181
Your Ethernet Network Information............................ 181
Entering the Ethernet Network Settings........................ 182
Entering the Network Printer Settings.......................... 183
Testing Your Ethernet Connection.............................. 184
Troubleshooting Your Ethernet Connection.................... 185
The Instrument Setup Screen.................................... 187
The Printer Configuration Screen............................... 188
The Add Printer Screen.......................................... 189
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Ethernet Error Messages......................................... 191
Ethernet Settings Form........................................... 192
Index
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Important safety information
Important safety information
This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed
by the user for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition.
To safely perform service on this product, additional information
is provided at the end of this section. (See page viii, Service safety
summary.)
General safety summary
Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety
precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any
products connected to it. Carefully read all instructions. Retain these
instructions for future reference.
Comply with local and national safety codes.
For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you
follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety
precautions specified in this manual.
The product is designed to be used by trained personnel only.
Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should
remove the cover for repair, maintenance, or adjustment.
Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it
is operating correctly.
This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.
Use personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury
where hazardous live conductors are exposed.
When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that
system is the responsibility of the assembler of 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.
Do not use the provided power cord for other products.
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