Teledyne Lecroy WaveSurfer 3000 User manual

Operator's Manual
WaveSurfer 3000/3000z
Oscilloscopes

WaveSurfer 3000/3000z Oscilloscopes Operator's Manual
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
923648 Rev C
April, 2018

Contents
Safety 1
Symbols 1
Precautions 1
Operating Environment 2
Cooling 2
Cleaning 2
Power 3
Oscilloscope Overview 5
Front Input/Output Panel 5
Back Input/Output Panel 5
Front Panel 6
Signal Interfaces 8
Micro SD Card 10
Oscilloscope Set Up 11
Powering On/Off 11
Software Activation 11
Positioning the Feet 11
Connecting to Other Devices/Systems 12
Language Selection 13
Auto Setup 13
Recall Default Setup 13
Using MAUI 15
Touch Screen 15
Touch Actions 21
Working With Traces 22
Zooming 25
Print/Screen Capture 28
Acquisition 29
Vertical 29
Digital (Mixed Signal) 32
Timebase 37
Trigger 44
Viewing Status 53
Display 55
Display Set Up 55
Persistence Display 57
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Math and Measure 59
Cursors 59
Measure 62
Math 70
Memory 83
Analysis Tools 85
WaveScan 85
Pass/Fail Testing 89
Save / Recall 91
Save Setups 91
Recall Setups 92
Save Waveforms 93
Recall Waveforms 95
Save Table Data 96
Auto Save 97
LabNotebook 98
Utilities 101
Utilities Dialogs 101
Disk Utilities 108
Preferences Dialogs 110
WaveSource Automatic Waveform Generator 115
Digital Voltmeter 117
Maintenance 119
Fuse Replacement 119
Touch Screen Calibration 119
Restart/Reboot Instrument 119
WaveSurfer 3000 Firmware Update 120
Technical Support 121
Returning a Product for Service 122
Certifications 123
EMC Compliance 123
Safety Compliance 124
Environmental Compliance 125
ISO Certification 125
Warranty 126
Intellectual Property 126
Index 127
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a Teledyne LeCroy WaveSurfer oscilloscope. We're certain you'll be pleased with
the detailed features unique to our instruments.
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 General Manager, Oscilloscopes
Teledyne LeCroy
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Safety
Safety
To maintain the instrument in a correct and safe condition, observe generally accepted safety procedures
in addition to the precautions specified in this section. The overall safety of any system incorporating this
product is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
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. Do not proceed until
the information is fully understood and conditions are met.
Caution, high voltage; risk of electric shock or burn.
Frame or chassis terminal (ground connection).
Alternating current.
Standby power (front of instrument).
Precautions
Caution: Comply with the following to avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment.
Use indoors only within the operational environment listed. Do not use in wet or explosive atmospheres.
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, 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 body of the instrument for maximum input ratings.
Use only power cord shipped with this instrument and certified for the country of use.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry. See Cleaning.
Do not remove the covers or inside parts. Refer all maintenance to qualified service personnel.
Exercise care when lifting. Use the built-in carrying handle.
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 hazardous live electrical quantities.
Cease operation immediately and secure the instrument from inadvertent use.
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Operating Environment
Temperature: 0 to 50° 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. 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.
Caution: Do not block the cooling vents.
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.
Cleaning
Clean only the exterior of the instrument using a soft cloth moistened with water or an isopropyl alcohol
solution. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive elements. Under no circumstances submerge the
instrument or allow moisture to penetrate it. Dry the instrument thoroughly before connecting a live
voltage source.
Caution: Unplug the power cord before cleaning. Do not attempt to clean internal parts.
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Safety
Power
The instrument operates from a single-phase, 100 to 240 Vrms (± 10%) AC power source at 50/60 Hz (±
5%), or a 100 to 120 Vrms (± 10%) AC power source at 400 Hz (± 5%). The instrument automatically
adapts to the line voltage. Manual voltage selection is not required.
Power Consumption
Power Consumption WaveSurfer 3000z WaveSurfer 3000
4-channel 4-channel 2-channel
Nominal 80 W (80 VA) 80 W (80 VA) 65 W (65 VA)
Maximum* 150 W (150 VA) 150 W (150 VA) 100 W (100 VA)
Standby 4 W 4 W 4 W
* Maximum consumption represents power accessories installed on all inputs/outputs (e.g., active probes, USB peripherals,
digital leadset, etc.).
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.
Caution: Only use the power cord provided with your instrument. Interrupting the protective
conductor inside or outside the oscilloscope, or disconnecting the safety ground terminal, creates
a hazardous situation. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
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