Teledyne Lecroy HDO8000 User manual

Operator's
Manual
Motor Drive Analyzer/
HDO8000 8-Channel
High Definition Oscilloscope

Motor Drive Analyzer/HDO8000 High-Definition Oscilloscope Operator's Manual
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Contents
Safety Instructions 1
Operating Environment 2
Cooling 2
Power 2
Start Up 3
Carrying and Placing 3
Positioning the Feet 3
Powering On/Off 3
Software Activation 4
X-Stream Application Window 4
Screen Saver 4
Front Input/Output Panel 5
Analog Inputs 6
Probes 6
Digital Inputs 7
Back Input/Output Panel 8
Connecting to Other Devices/Systems 9
User Interface 10
Front Panel 10
Touch Screen 12
Turning On/Off Traces 19
Moving Traces 20
Annotating Traces 21
Zooming Traces 22
Vertical 26
Channel Settings 27
Probe Dialog Settings 29
Viewing Status 30
Digital (Mixed Signal) 31
Digital Traces 31
Activity Indicators 31
Digital Group Set Up 32
Digital Display Set Up 33
Renaming Digital Lines 34
Timebase 35
Timebase Settings 35
Sampling Modes 36
Clock Source Settings 40
Auto Setup 41
Restore Default Setup 41
History Mode 42
Trigger 44
Trigger Modes 44
Trigger Holdoff 44
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Setting UpTriggers 46
Software Assisted Trigger 64
TriggerScan 65
Display 67
Display Mode vs. Grid Mode 67
Multi-Grid Displays 67
Display Settings 68
Persistence 72
Cursors 74
Cursor Types 75
Cursors on Math Functions 75
Cursor Settings 75
Measure 77
Quick Measurements 78
Setting Up Custom Measurements 78
Math on Parameters 81
Using Web Edit 82
List of Standard Measurements 86
Graphing Measurements 90
Calculating Measurements 95
Math 98
Single vs. Dual Operator Functions 98
Setting Up Math Functions 99
List of Standard Operators 101
Interpolate Function 103
Sparse Function 103
Copy Function 104
Rescaling and Assigning Units 104
Enhanced Resolution 106
Averaging Waveforms 109
FFT 111
Memory 113
Save Waveform to Memory 113
Save Waveform Files to Memory 113
Restore Memory 113
Analysis 114
WaveScan 114
Pass/Fail Testing 120
Spectrum Analyzer 125
Utilities 131
Utilities 131
System Status 131
Remote Control Settings 132
Hardcopy (Print) Settings 134
Auxiliary Output Settings 137
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Date/Time Settings 138
Options 138
Disk Utilities 139
Preferences Settings 140
Acquisition Settings 141
E-Mail 142
Color Settings 143
Miscellaneous Settings 144
Save/Recall 145
Save Setups 145
Recall Setups 146
Save Waveforms 147
Recall Waveforms 149
Save Table Data 150
LabNotebook 151
Create Notebook Entry 151
LabNotebook Drawing Toolbar 152
Manage Notebook Entries 153
Manage Notebooks 155
Print to Notebook Entry 156
Flashback Recall 156
Customize Reports 157
Configure LabNotebook Preferences 158
Maintenance 159
Cleaning 159
Calibration 159
Touch Screen Calibration 159
Restart/Reboot 160
Removable Hard Drive 160
Adding an Option Key 161
X-Stream Firmware Update 162
System Recovery from USB Key 163
Technical Support 166
Returning a Product for Service 167
Certifications 168
EMC Compliance 168
Safety Compliance 169
Environmental Compliance 170
ISO Certification 170
Warranty 171
Windows License Agreement 171
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a Teledyne LeCroy Motor Drive Analyzer (MDA) or HDO8000 oscilloscope. We're
certain you'll be pleased with the detailed features unique to our instruments.
The manual is arranged in the following manner:
lSafety contains important precautions and information relating to power and cooling.
lStart Up through Maintenance cover everything you need to know about the operation and care of
the instrument.
Instructions for using the MDA application software are documented in the Motor Drive Analyzer Software
Instruction Manual available from our website.
Documentation for using other software options is available from the Teledyne LeCroy website at
teledynelecroy.com. Our website maintains the most current product specifications and should be
checked for frequent updates.
Take a moment to verify that all items on the packing list or invoice copy have been shipped to you.
Contact your nearest Teledyne LeCroy customer service center or national distributor if anything is
missing or damaged. We can only be responsible for replacement if you contact us immediately.
We truly hope you enjoy using Teledyne LeCroy's fine products.
Sincerely,
David C. Graef
Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Teledyne LeCroy
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Safety Instructions
Observe these instructions to keep the instrument operating in a correct and safe condition. You are
required to follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions specified in this
section. The overall safety of any system incorporating this instrument is the responsibility of the
assembler of the system.
Symbols
These symbols appear on the instrument's front and rear panels or in its documentation to alert you to
important safety considerations:
CAUTION of potential damage to instrument, or WARNING of potential bodily injury. Do not
proceed until the information is fully understood and conditions are met.
High voltage. Risk of electric shock or burn.
Frame or chassis terminal (ground connection).
Alternating current.
Standby power (front of instrument).
Precautions
Use only the proper power cord shipped with this instrument and certified for the country of use.
Maintain ground. This product is grounded through the power cord grounding conductor. To avoid electric
shock, connect only to a grounded mating outlet.
Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect/disconnect probes or test leads while they are
connected to a voltage source.
Observe all terminal ratings. Do not apply a voltage to any input that exceeds the maximum rating of that
input. Refer to the front of the instrument for maximum input ratings.
Use only within operational environment listed. Do not use in wet or explosive atmospheres.
Use indoors only.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry. See Cleaning.
Do not block the cooling vents. Leave a minimum six-inch (15 cm) gap between the instrument and the
nearest object. Keep the underside clear of papers and other objects.
Do not remove the covers or inside parts. Refer all maintenance to qualified service personnel.
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Do not operate with suspected failures. Do not use the product if any part is damaged. Obviously
incorrect measurement behaviors (such as failure to calibrate) might indicate impairment due to
hazardous live electrical quantities. Cease operation immediately and sequester the instrument from
inadvertent use.
Operating Environment
Temperature: 5 to 40° C.
Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 90 % for temperatures up to 31° C, decreasing linearly to 50%
relative humidity at 40° C.
Altitude: Up to 3,000 m at or below 30° C.
Cooling
The instrument relies on forced air cooling with internal fans and vents. Take care to avoid restricting the
airflow to any part. Around the sides and rear, leave a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between the
instrument and the nearest object. The feet provide adequate bottom clearance.
CAUTION. Do not block cooling vents. Always keep the area beneath the instrument clear of
paper and other items.
The instrument also has internal fan control circuitry that regulates the fan speed based on the ambient
temperature. This is performed automatically after start-up.
Power
AC Power
The instrument operates from a single-phase, 100-240 Vrms (± 10%) AC power source at 50/60 Hz (± 5%)
or a 100-120 Vrms (± 10%) AC power source at 400 Hz (± 5%). Manual voltage selection is not required
because the instrument automatically adapts to the line voltage.
Power Consumption
Maximum power consumption with all accessories installed (e.g., active probes, USB peripherals, digital
leadset) is 550 W (550 VA). Power consumption in standby mode is 10 W.
Ground
The AC inlet ground is connected directly to the frame of the instrument. For adequate protection again
electric shock, connect to a mating outlet with a safety ground contact.
WARNING. Only use the power cord provided with your instrument. Interrupting the protective
conductor (inside or outside the case), or disconnecting the safety ground terminal, creates a
hazardous situation. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
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Start Up
Carrying and Placing
The instrument’s case contains a built-in carrying handle. Lift the handle away from the body, grasp
firmly and lift the instrument. Always unplug the instrument from the power source before moving it.
Place the instrument where it will have a minimum 15 cm (6 inch) clearance from the nearest object. Be
sure there are no papers or other debris underneath or blocking the cooling vents.
CAUTION. Do not place the instrument so that it is difficult to reach the power cord in case you
need to quickly disconnect from power.
Positioning the Feet
To tilt the body back slightly for easier bench top viewing, pull the small
flaps on the bottom of the feet away from the body of the instrument.
Powering On/Off
Press the Standby button to turn on the instrument; press it again to turn "off" (reduced power
mode). The X-Stream application loads automatically when you use the Standby button.
CAUTION. Do not change the instrument’s Windows® Power Options setting from the default
Never to System Standby or System Hibernate. Doing so can cause the system to fail.
CAUTION. Do not power on or calibrate with a signal attached.
Always use the Standby button or the File > Shutdown menu option to execute a proper shut down
process and preserve settings before powering down. Do not power off by pulling the power cord from the
socket or shutting off a connected power strip without first shutting down properly.
The Standby button does not disconnect the instrument from the AC power supply. The only way to fully
power down the instrument is to unplug the AC power cord.
We recommend unplugging the instrument if it will remain unused for a long period of time.
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Software Activation
The operating software (firmware and standard applications) is active upon delivery. At power-up, the
instrument loads the software automatically.
Firmware
Free firmware updates are available periodically from the Teledyne LeCroy website at:
teledynelecroy.com/support/softwaredownload
Registered users can receive an email notification when a new update is released. Follow the
instructions on the website to download and install the software.
Purchased Options
If you decide to purchase an option, you will receive a license key via email that activates the optional
features. See Adding an Option Key for instructions on activating optional software packages.
X-Stream Application Window
X-Stream (base application) runs on a Windows operating system and functions exactly as do other
Windows applications.
To minimize the application window and show the Windows desktop, choose File > Minimize. To restore
the window after minimizing, touch the display icon in the lower right corner of the desktop.
To exit the application window, choose File > Exit. When you exit the application, the operating system
continues to run. To reload the application after exiting, touch the Start DSO desktop shortcut.
Screen Saver
As on any Windows PC, a screen saver can be enabled to begin after a preset idle time, or disabled:
1. Minimize the X-Stream application by choosing File > Minimize from the menu bar.
2. Open the Windows ControlPanel to change Appearance and Personalization settings.
3. Touch the display icon at the bottom right of the desktop to restore the instrument display.
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Front Input/Output Panel
HDO8000
Motor Drive Analyzer
A. Shortcut buttons to quickly access functions. Note the options differ between HDO8000 and MDA
models.
B. Power button.
C. Channel inputs 1-8 for analog signals, and EXT to input an external trigger.
D. Mixed signal interface for digital inputs (HDO8K-MSO required).
E. Ground and calibration output terminals used to compensate passive probes.
F. Front-mounted host USB ports for transferring data or connecting peripherals such as a mouse or
keyboard.
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Analog Inputs
A series of connectors arranged on the front of the instrument are used to input analog signals on
channels 1-8, or an external trigger pulse on EXT.
Channel connectors use the ProBus interface. The ProBus interface contains a 6-pin power and
communication connection and a BNC signal connection to the probe. It includes sense rings for
detecting passive probes and accepts a BNC cable connected directly to it. ProBus offers 50 Ω and 1 MΩ
input impedance and control for a wide range of probes.
The interfaces power probes and completely integrate the probe with the channel. Upon connection, the
probe type is recognized and some setup information, such as input coupling and attenuation, is
performed automatically. This information is displayed on the Probe Dialog, behind the Channel (Cx)
dialog. System (probe plus instrument) gain settings are automatically calculated and displayed based
on the probe attenuation.
Probes
The MDA/HDO8000 is compatible with the included passive probes and all Teledyne LeCroy ProBus
active probes that are rated for the instrument’s bandwidth. Probe specifications and documentation are
available at teledynelecroy.com/probes.
The passive probes supplied are matched to the input impedance of the instrument but may need further
compensation. If using other passive probes, be sure to perform a low frequency calibration using the Cal
signal available from the front panel before using them to measure signal. Follow the directions in the
probe instruction manual to compensate the frequency response of the probes.
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Digital Inputs
Delivered with the HDO8K-MSO
option, the digital leadset enables
input of up-to-16 lines of digital data.
Lines can be organized into four
logical groups and renamed
appropriately.
The digital leadset features two
digital banks with separate Threshold
controls, making it possible to
simultaneously view data from
different logic families.
Connecting/Disconnecting the Leadset
To connect the leadset to the instrument, push the connector into the mixed signal interface below the
front panel until you hear a click.
To remove the leadset, press and hold the buttons on each side of the connector, then pull out to release.
Grounding Leads
Each flying lead has a signal and a ground connection. A variety of ground extenders and flying ground
leads are available for different probing needs.
To achieve optimal signal integrity, connect the ground at the tip of the flying lead for each input used in
your measurements. Use either the provided ground extenders or ground flying leads to make the ground
connection.
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Back Input/Output Panel
A. Ref In/Out connector allows you to input an external Reference Clock, or to output a Reference Clock
to another instrument.
B. Aux Out connector sends device trigger enabled, trigger out, or pass/fail output to another device.
C. USBTMC Port for remote control.
D. Ethernet ports for remote control or LAN connection.
E. Host USB ports for printer, external storage drive, or other USB peripherals.
F. DisplayPort for second monitor.
G. Audio In/Out (connections for speakers, mic, and auxilliary).
H. AC Power Inlet.
I. Kensington Lock.
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Connecting to Other Devices/Systems
Make all desired cable connections. After start up, configure the connections using the menu options
listed below. More detailed instructions are provided later in this manual.
LAN
The instrument accepts DHCP network addressing. Connect a cable from an Ethernet port on the back
panel to a network access device.
To assign a static IP address, go to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Remote and choose Net Connections from
the Remote dialog. Use the standard Windows networking dialogs to configure the device address.
Go to Utilities > Preference Setup > Email to configure email settings.
USB PERIPHERALS
Connect the device to a USB port on the front or back of the instrument.
PRINTER
The MDA/HDO8000 supports USB printers compatible with the instrument's Windows OS. Go to Utilities
> Utilities Setup > Hardcopy to configure printer settings.
EXTERNAL MONITOR
You may operate the instrument using the built-in touch screen or attach an external monitor for
extended desktop operation. A properly configured external touch-screen monitor will take on all the
touch-screen capabilities of the internal display.
NOTE: External monitors with Fujitsu touch-screen drivers can not be used to control the system, as this
driver will conflict with the instrument's main display driver. These monitors may be used for display
only.
The MDA/HDO8000 supports Ultra-High Definition (UHD) monitors with 3280x2160 resolution.
Connect the monitor cable to the DisplayPort connector on the back of the instrument (you can use an
adaptor if the monitor cable has a different interface). Minimize the X-Stream application and use the
Windows controls to configure the display. Configure the instrument as the primary monitor and be sure
to extend, not duplicate, the display.
EXTERNAL CONTROLLER
Connect both devices to the same network using Ethernet. Go to Utilities > Preference Setup > Remote to
configure remote control.
OTHER INSTRUMENT (FOR REFERENCE CLOCK)
Connect a BNC cable from Ref In/Out to the other instrument. Go to Timebase > Horizontal Setup >
Reference Clock to configure the clock.
OTHER AUXILIARY DEVICE
Connect a BNC cable from Aux Out to the other device. Go to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Aux Output to
configure the output.
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User Interface
Front Panel
Most front panel controls duplicate functionality available
through the touch screen display and are described here only
briefly.
All the knobs on the front panel function one way if turned and
another if pushed like a button. The first label describes the
knob’s “turn” action, the second label its “push” action. Actions
performed from the front panel always apply to the active trace.
Many buttons light to show the active traces and functions.
Miscellaneous Controls
Auto Setup performs an Auto Setup.
Default Setup restores the factory default configuration.
Print captures the entire screen and outputs it according to your
Hardcopy settings. It can also be configured to output a
LabNotebook entry.
Touch Screen enables/disables touch screen functionalilty.
Clear Sweeps resets the acquisition counter and any cumulative
measurements.
Trigger Controls
Level knob changes the trigger threshold level (V). The level is
shown on the Trigger descriptor box. Pushing the knob sets the
trigger level to the 50% point of the input signal.
READY indicator lights when the trigger is armed. TRIG'D indicator is lit momentarily when a trigger
occurs. A fast trigger rate causes the light to remain lit.
Setup opens/closes the Trigger Setup dialog.
Auto sweeps after a preset time, even if the trigger conditions are not met.
Normal sweeps each time the trigger signal meets the trigger conditions.
Single arms the instrument to trigger once (single-shot acquisition) when the trigger signal meets the
trigger conditions. If the trigger is already armed (READY), it will force a trigger.
Stop pauses acquisition. If you boot up the instrument with the trigger in Stop mode, a "No trace
available" message is shown. Press the Auto button to display a trace.
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Horizontal Controls
The Delay knob changes the Trigger Delay value (S) when turned. Push the knob to return Delay to zero.
The Horizontal Adjust knob sets the Time/division (S) of the acquisition system when the trace source is
an input channel. The Time/div value is shown on the Timebase descriptor box. When using this control,
the instrument allocates memory as needed to maintain the highest sample rate possible for the
timebase setting. When the trace is a zoom, memory or math function, turn the knob to change the
horizontal scale of the trace, effectively "zooming" in or out. By default, values adjust in 1, 2, 5 step
increments. Push the knob to change to fine increments; push it again to return to stepped increments.
Vertical Controls
Offset knob adjusts the zero level of the trace (making it appear to move up/down relative to the center
axis). The voltage value appears on the trace descriptor box. Push the knob to return Offset to zero.
Gain knob sets vertical scale (V/div). The voltage value appears on the trace descriptor box. By default,
values adjust in 1, 2, 5 step increments. Push the knob to change to fine increments; push it again to
return to stepped increments.
Math, Zoom, and Mem(ory) Buttons
The Zoom button creates a quick zoom for each open channel trace. Touch the zoom trace descriptor
box to display the zoom controls.
The Math and Mem(ory) buttons open the corresponding setup dialogs.
If a Zoom, Math or Memory trace is active, the button illuminates to indicate that the Vertical and
Horizontal knobs will now control that trace.
Input Controls
Dig button enables digital input through the Digital Leadset on instruments with the Mixed Signal option.
Channel (number) buttons turn on a channel that is off, or activate a channel that is already on. When the
channel is active, pushing its channel button turns it off. A lit button shows the active channel.
Cursor Controls
Cursors identify specific voltage and time values on a waveform. The white cursor markers help make
these points more visible. A readout of the values appears on the trace descriptor box. There are five
preset cursor types, each with a unique appearance on the display. These are described in more detail in
the Cursors section.
Type selects the cursor type. Continue pressing to cycle through all cursor until the desired type is found.
The type "Off" turns off the cursor display.
Cursor knob repositions the selected cursor when turned. Push it to select a different cursor to adjust.
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Adjust and Intensity Controls
The Adjust knob changes the value in any highlighted data entry field when turned. Pushing the Adjust
knob toggles between coarse (large increment) or fine (small increment) adjustments.
When more data is available than can actually be displayed, the Intensity button helps to visualize
significant events by applying an algorithm that dims less frequently occurring samples. This feature can
also be accessed from the Display Setup dialog.
Touch Screen
The touch screen is the principal viewing and control center. The entire display area is active: use your
finger or the stylus to touch, double-touch, touch-and-drag, touch-and-hold (right click) or draw a selection
box. Many controls that display information also work as “buttons” to access other functions.
If you have a mouse installed, you can click anywhere you can touch to activate a control; in fact, you can
alternate between clicking and touching, whichever is convenient for you.
The touch screen is divided into the following major control groups:
Menu Bar
The top of the window contains a complete menu of functions. Making a selection here changes the
dialogs displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Many common operations can also be performed from the front panel or launched via the Descriptor
Boxes. However, the menu bar is the best way to access dialogs for Save/Recall (File) functions, Display
functions, Status, LabNotebook, Pass/Fail setup, and Utilities/Preferences setup.
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If an action can be “undone”, a small Undo button appears at the far right of the menu bar. Click this
to return to the previous display.
Q-Scape Display Tabs
When in Q-Scape Multi-tab Display mode, Tabs 1-4 appear on the screen. Each tab contains a separate
grid area. See Display for more information.
Grid Area
The grid area displays the waveform traces. Every grid is 8 Vertical divisions representing 4096 Vertical
levels and 10 Horizontal divisions. The value represented by Vertical and Horizontal divisions depends on
the Vertical and Horizontal scale of the traces that appear on the grid.
The grid area can be divided into multiple grids showing different types and numbers of traces (by
default, it will divide automatically as needed up to 16 times). Regardless of the number and orientation
of grids, every grid always shows the same number of Vertical levels. Therefore, absolute Vertical
measurement precision is maintained.
Different types of traces opening in a multi-grid display.
In addition, the touch screen can be configured for Q-Scape multi-tab display, each tab with a different
multi-grid configuration. See Display for more information about grid and trace configuration.
ADJUSTING GRID BRIGHTNESS
You can adjust the brightness of the grid lines. Go to Display > Display Setup and enter a new Grid
Intensity percentage. The higher the number, the brighter and bolder the grid lines.
GRID INDICATORS
These indicators appear around or on the grid to mark important points on the display. They are matched
to the color of the trace to which they apply.
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Trigger Position, a small triangle along the bottom (horizontal) edge of the grid, shows the
time of the trigger. Unless Delay is set, this indicator is at the zero (center) point of the grid.
Trigger Delay is shown at the top right of the Timebase descriptor box.
Pre/Post-trigger Delay, a small arrow to the bottom left or right of the grid, indicates that a
pre- or post-trigger Delay has shifted the Trigger Position indicator to a point in time not
displayed on the grid. All trigger Delay values are shown on the Timebase Descriptor Box.
Trigger Level at the right edge of the grid tracks the trigger voltage level. If you change the
trigger level when in Stop trigger mode, or in Normal or Single mode without a valid trigger, a
hollow triangle of the same color appears at the new trigger level. The trigger level indicator is
not shown if the triggering channel is not displayed.
Zero Volts Level is located at the left edge of the grid. One appears for each open trace on the
grid, sharing the number and color of the trace.
Various Cursor lines appear over the grid to indicate specific voltage and time values on the
waveform. Touch-and-drag cursor indicators to quickly reposition them.
GRID CONTEXT MENU
Quickly touch a trace, or touch-and-hold the trace descriptor box, to open a pop-up menu
with various actions such as turning on/off the trace, placing a label, or applying math
and measurements.
Descriptor Boxes
Trace descriptor boxes appear just beneath the grid whenever a trace is turned on. They function to:
lInform—descriptors summarize the current trace settings and its activity status.
lNavigate—touch the descriptor box once to activate the trace; the box will be highlighted. Touch it
a second time to open the trace setup dialog.
lArrange—drag-and-drop descriptor boxes to move traces among grids.
Besides trace descriptor boxes, there are also Timebase and Trigger descriptor boxes summarizing the
acquisition settings shared by all channels, which also open the corresponding setup dialogs.
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