Teledyne Lecroy WaveSurfer 4034HD User manual

Operator's Manual
WaveSurfer 4000HD
Oscilloscopes
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WaveSurfer 4000HD Oscilloscopes Operator's Manual
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Contents
Oscilloscope Overview and Set Up 1
Safety 1
Overview 4
Powering On/Off 10
Software Activation 10
Language Selection 10
Connecting to Other Devices/Systems 11
Configuring the Save/User Button 12
Using MAUI 13
Touch Screen 13
MAUI with OneTouch 18
Controlling Traces 23
Zooming 26
Acquisition 31
Auto Setup 31
Vertical 32
Digital (Mixed Signal) 35
Timebase 39
Trigger 45
Display 53
Display Set Up 53
Persistence Display 54
Cursors 57
Cursor Types 57
Apply and Position Cursors 59
Standard Cursors Dialog 60
XY Cursors Dialog 60
Measure 61
Measure Table 61
Parameter Set Up 62
List of Standard Measurements 64
Using Trends 67
Math 69
Math Function Set Up 69
Math Dialog 70
List of Standard Math Operators 71
Average Function 73
ERes Function 74
FFT Function 76
Rescale Function 78
Memory 83
Saving Memories 83
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Restoring Memories 84
Analysis Tools 85
WaveScan 85
PASS/FAIL Testing 89
Saving Data (File Functions) 91
Save 91
Recall 97
LabNotebook 99
Share 102
Email & Report Settings 103
Print 104
Using the File Browser 105
Utilities 107
Utilities Dialogs 107
Disk Utilities 112
Preferences Dialogs 113
WaveSource Automatic Waveform Generator 117
Digital Voltmeter 119
Maintenance 121
Restore Default Setup 121
MAUI™ Firmware Update for Windows CE Oscilloscopes 121
Technical Support 122
Returning a Product for Service 123
Certifications 124
EMC Compliance 124
Safety Compliance 125
Environmental Compliance 126
Intellectual Property 126
Warranty 127
Index 129
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a Teledyne LeCroy WaveSurfer 4000HD 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.
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Oscilloscope Overview and Set Up
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.
Caution, high voltage; 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 indoors only .
Use only within the operational environment listed. Do not use in wet or explosive atmospheres.
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 body of the instrument for maximum input ratings.
Use only the power cord shipped with the 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. Cease operation
immediately and secure the instrumentfrom inadvertent use.
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Operating Environment
Temperature:0 °C to 50 °C
Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 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-C4 and Ext)
Maximum Input Voltage:50 Ω coupling ≤ 5 Vrms
1 MΩ coupling ≤ 400 Vpk max. (Peak AC ≤ 10 kHz + DC)
derating at 15 dB/decade from 10 kHz to 1.6 MHz,
10 Vpk max.above 1.6 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 instrument 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.
Cleaning
Clean only the exterior of the instrumentusing 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 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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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:* 150 W (150 VA)
Nominal Consumption:90 W (90 VA)
Standby Consumption:4 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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Overview
Front of Oscilloscope
A. Touch screen display
B. Front panel controls
C. Standby Power button
D. ProBus analog inputs (4)
E. Mixed Signal interface
F. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2)
G. Ground and Cal Out terminals
H. Tilting feet
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Back of Oscilloscope
A. Wave Source output
B. Kensington lock
C. Micro SD card (removable drive)
D. EXT trigger input
E. AUX output
F. HDMI out (to external monitor)
G. Ethernet (LAN) port
H. USBTMC port
I. USB 2.0 ports (2)
J. AC power inlet
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Front Panel
Front panel controls duplicate functionality available through the
touch screen and are described here only briefly.
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 front panel buttons light to indicate which functions and
traces are active. The labels for Trigger, Horizontal, Vertical and
Cursors/Adjust will light in the color of the trace that is currently
associated with these knobs. The Math, Zoom, and Mem
indicators between the Horizontal and Vertical knobs will light
when they are controlling a math function, zoom, or memory
trace (instead of a channel).
Miscellaneous Controls
Auto Setup performs an Auto Setup. After the first press, you will
be prompted for a confirmation. Press the button again or use the
touch screen to confirm.
Default Setup resets the oscilloscope to the factory default
configuration. After the first press, you will be prompted for a
confirmation. Press the button again or use the touch screen to
confirm.
Touch Screen toggles on/off touch screen functionality.
Save/User can be configured as you choose, for example: save a
screen capture using your current Screen Image Preferences;
save other file types; or clear sweeps and restart measurement
counters. See Configuring the Save/ User Button for instructions
on making the selection.
Trigger Controls
The front panel Level knob changes the trigger threshold level (V or A). The number is shown on the
Trigger descriptor box. Pushing the knob sets the trigger level to the 50% amplitude of the input signal.
The READY indicator lights when the trigger is armed. The TRIG'D indicator lights when a trigger occurs.
Setup opens the Trigger Setup dialog. Press it again to close the dialog.
Auto starts Auto trigger mode, which triggers the oscilloscope after a set time, even if the trigger
conditions are not met.
Normal starts Normal trigger mode, which triggers the oscilloscope each time the signal on the triggering
channel meets the trigger conditions.
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