Teledyne Lecroy WaveRunner/MDA 8000HD Series User manual

Operator's Manual
WaveRunner/MDA 8000HD
Oscilloscopes

WaveRunner/MDA 8000HD Oscilloscopes Operator's Manual
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Contents
About This Manual iii
Safety 1
Symbols 1
Precautions 1
Operating Environment 2
Measuring Terminal Ratings (C1-C8 and Ext) 2
Cooling 2
Power 3
Oscilloscope Overview and Set Up 4
Front of Oscilloscope 4
Back and Side of Oscilloscope 5
Front Panel 6
Signal Interfaces 8
Powering On/Off 10
Software Activation 10
Connecting to Other Devices/Systems 11
OscilloSYNC Acquisition 13
Using MAUI 16
MAUI Application 16
Touch Screen 17
Controlling Traces 23
MAUI with OneTouch 28
Waveform Acquisition 34
Auto Setup 34
Vertical 34
Digital (Mixed-Signal) 39
Timebase 45
Trigger 54
Viewing Acquisition Status 66
Display 67
Display Set Up 67
Q-Scape Display 69
Persistence Display 71
Math and Measure 73
Zooming 73
Cursors 77
Measure 81
Math 111
Analysis Tools 127
WaveScan 127
PASS/FAIL Testing 133
CustomDSO Setups/Controls 137
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Memories 145
Saving Memories 145
Restoring Memories 146
Save/Recall Data (File Menu) 147
Save 147
Recall 157
LabNotebook 159
Report Generator 163
Print 164
File Sharing Dialog (send email) 165
Email & Report Settings 165
Using the File Browser 166
Utilities & Preferences 168
Utilities 168
Preferences 173
Disk Utilities 177
Maintenance 178
Cleaning 178
Restart/Reboot Instrument 178
Restore Default Setup 178
Changing Screen Settings 178
Touch Screen Calibration 179
Switching Windows Users 179
Windows 10 External Display Setup 179
Software and File Management 181
MAUI Firmware Update 182
Technical Support 184
Returning a Product for Service 185
Certifications 186
Index 189
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About This Manual
About This Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Teledyne LeCroy oscilloscope. We're certain you'll be pleased with the detailed features
unique to our instruments.
This manual covers the operation and maintenance of all instruments in the WaveRunner 8000HD and MDA 8000HD
series. The MDA is built on the 8-channel WaveRunner 8000HD platform and shares all operational specifications
and functionality with the WaveRunner. The only difference is the addition of the Motor Drive Analysis software,
which is only available on MDAs. Therefore, anywhere the term "WaveRunner" appears in the text, it can be assumed
to mean MDA 8000HD, as well.
Motor Drive Analyzer software functionality is described in the Motor Drive Analyzer Software Instruction Manual,
available from the technical library at the URL above.
Documentation for implementing COM Automation and remote control, and for using optional software packages
sold for Teledyne LeCroy instruments such as decoders and Serial Data Analysis software, can be downloaded from
our free technical library at: teledynelecroy.com/support/techlib
Our website maintains the most current product specifications and should be checked for updates. Detailed
specifications are listed on the product datasheet.
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Safety
Safety
Symbols
These symbols appear on the instrument or in documentation to alert you to important safety concerns:
Caution of potential damage to instrument or Warning of potential bodily injury. Refer to manual. Do not
proceed until the information is fully understood and conditions are met.
Warning, risk of electric shock or burn.
Caution, contains parts/assemblies susceptible to damage by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
Frame or chassis terminal (ground connection).
Alternating current.
Standby power (front of instrument).
Precautions
Observe generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions listed here. The overall safety of any
system incorporating this product is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord shipped with the instrument and certified for the country of use.
Maintain ground. The AC inlet ground is connected directly to the chassis of the instrument. To avoid electric shock,
connect only to a mating outlet with a safety ground contact.
Caution: Interrupting the protective conductor inside or outside the oscilloscope, or disconnecting the safety
ground terminal, creates a hazardous situation. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect/disconnect probes, test leads, or cables while they are connected
to a live 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 marking next to the terminals for maximum allowed values.
Use indoors only within the operational environment listed. Do not use in wet or explosive atmospheres.
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.
Exercise care when lifting and carrying. Unplug the instrument to move it.
Do not remove the covers or inside parts. Refer all maintenance to qualified service personnel.
Do not operate with suspected failures. Check body and cables regularly. If any part is damaged, cease operation
immediately and secure the instrumentfrom inadvertent use.
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Operating Environment
Temperature:5 °C to 40 °C
Humidity: Maximum relative humidity (RH) 90% up to 31 °C,
decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40 °C
Altitude: Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) at or below 30 °C
Measuring Terminal Ratings (C1-C8 and Ext)
Maximum Input Voltage:50 Ω coupling ≤ 5 Vrms
1 MΩ coupling ≤ 400 Vpk max. (Peak AC ≤ 10 kHz + DC)
derating at 18 dB/decade from 10 kHz to 1 MHz, 5 Vpk max.above 1 MHz
Caution: Measuring terminals have no rated measurement category per IEC/EN 61010-1:2010. Measuring
terminals are not intended to be connected directly to supply mains.
Cooling
The relies on forced air cooling with internal fans and vents. The internal fan control circuitry regulates the fan speed
based on the ambient temperature. This is performed automatically after start-up.
Caution: Do not block the cooling vents.
Take care to avoid restricting the airflow to any part. In a benchtop configuration, leave a minimum of 15 cm (6
inches) around the sides between the instrument and the nearest object. The feet provide adequate bottom
clearance. Follow rackmount instructions for proper rack spacing.
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Power
The instrument automatically adapts to the line voltage; manual voltage selection is not required.
AC Power Source:100-240 VAC (±10%) at 50/60 Hz (±10%) or
100-120 VAC (±10%) at 400 Hz (±5%)
Automatic AC voltage selection
Maximum Consumption:*
Maximum Consumption:* 500 W (500 VA)
Nominal Consumption:400 W (400 VA)
Standby Consumption:10 W
* All PC peripherals and active probes installed on four channels.
The provided power cords mate to a compatible power inlet on the instrument for making line voltage and safety
ground connections. The AC inlet ground is connected directly to the chassis of the instrument. For adequate
protection again electric shock, connect to a mating outlet with a safety ground contact.
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Oscilloscope Overview and Set Up
Front of Oscilloscope
A. Touch screen display
B. Front panel controls
C. Standby power button
D. Analog channel inputs (8)
E. Ground and Cal Out terminals
F. External trigger input
G. Mixed signal interface
H. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2)
I. Tilting feet
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