Teledyne T3AWG3K Series User manual

Operator’s Manual
T3AWG3K Series
Simple AFG
Rev. 1.7.2

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Summary
GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY .................................................................................................................................5
TO AVOID FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY.................................................................................................................................5
Use Proper Power Cord .........................................................................................................................................5
Ground the Product...............................................................................................................................................5
Observe All Terminal Ratings ................................................................................................................................5
Power Disconnect..................................................................................................................................................5
Do Not Operate Without Covers ...........................................................................................................................5
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures..............................................................................................................5
Avoid Exposed Circuitry.........................................................................................................................................5
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions. ...........................................................................................................5
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere........................................................................................................5
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry. ..................................................................................................................5
Provide Proper Ventilation ....................................................................................................................................5
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS...................................................................................................................................................6
Safety Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................6
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS.....................................................................................................................8
PRODUCT END-OF-LIFE HANDLING ....................................................................................................................................8
EQUIPMENT RECYCLING...................................................................................................................................................8
PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................................9
PACKAGECONTENTS.......................................................................................................................................................9
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES T3AWG3352/3252 ...........................................................................................................9
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES T3AWG3354/3254 ...........................................................................................................9
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES T3AWG3358/3258 .........................................................................................................10
MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS......................................................................................................................................10
KEY FEATURES..............................................................................................................................................................11
INSTALLING YOUR INSTRUMENT.......................................................................................................................... 11
OPERATING REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................................................................................11
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................................................................12
POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................................................12
CLEANING...................................................................................................................................................................13
CALIBRATION...............................................................................................................................................................13
ABNORMAL CONDITIONS ...............................................................................................................................................13
POWER THE INSTRUMENT ON AND OFF............................................................................................................................14
PROTECT YOUR INSTRUMENT FROM MISUSE .....................................................................................................................14
OBTAINING THE LATEST VERSION RELEASES.......................................................................................................................15
INSTALL SIMPLE AFG APPLICATION..................................................................................................................................15
INSTRUMENT OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................... 16
FRONT PANEL T3AWG3352/3252 ...............................................................................................................................16
FRONT PANEL T3AWG3354/3254 ...............................................................................................................................17

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FRONT PANEL T3AWG3358/3258 ...............................................................................................................................18
Analog Outputs ...................................................................................................................................................19
Marker Output ....................................................................................................................................................19
Trigger In.............................................................................................................................................................19
Soft keyboard and rotary knob ...........................................................................................................................20
Numeric Keypad ..................................................................................................................................................21
REAR PANEL T3AWG3352/T3AWG3252.....................................................................................................................23
REAR PANEL T3AWG3354/T3AWG3254 AND REAR PANELT3AWG3358/T3AWG3258 ..................................................24
External Modulation Input Connector.................................................................................................................24
Reference Clock Input Connector ........................................................................................................................25
Reference Clock Output Connector .....................................................................................................................25
Digital Output connector ....................................................................................................................................25
Sync In / Sync Out Connectors (T3AWG3358/3258 only)....................................................................................25
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 26
RUN MODE.................................................................................................................................................................26
SIMPLE AFG SOFTWARE .......................................................................................................................................27
SIMPLE AFG TOUCH UI.................................................................................................................................................27
USER INTERFACE DESCRIPTION........................................................................................................................................28
Waveform Parameters Area ...............................................................................................................................30
Graph Area..........................................................................................................................................................31
Channel Information ...........................................................................................................................................32
Command Bar Area.............................................................................................................................................33
INPUT / OUTPUT CHANNEL..................................................................................................................................36
ANALOG OUTPUT CHANNEL ...........................................................................................................................................36
Main Channel Vertical Parameters .....................................................................................................................36
Main Channels Horizontal parameter.................................................................................................................38
AUXILIARY CHANNELS ...................................................................................................................................................40
Marker Out..........................................................................................................................................................40
Trigger In.............................................................................................................................................................41
Reference Clock Input..........................................................................................................................................41
External Modulation Input ..................................................................................................................................41
Reference Clock Output.......................................................................................................................................42
PREDEFINED WAVEFORMS .................................................................................................................................. 43
List and parameters of predefined waveforms ...................................................................................................43
RUN MODE .......................................................................................................................................................... 47
CONTINUOUS ..............................................................................................................................................................47
Marker Out behaviour in Continuous Run Mode ................................................................................................47
MODULATION .............................................................................................................................................................48
Marker Out behaviour in Modulation Run Mode................................................................................................49
Modulation General Parameter..........................................................................................................................50
Modulation Types and associated parameters...................................................................................................50
SWEEP .......................................................................................................................................................................51

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Marker Out behaviour in Sweep Run Mode........................................................................................................52
Sweep Mode........................................................................................................................................................52
Parameters..........................................................................................................................................................52
Sweep Trigger Mode ...........................................................................................................................................53
BURST........................................................................................................................................................................53
Marker Out behaviour in Burst Run Mode..........................................................................................................54
Burst Mode..........................................................................................................................................................54
MAIN COMMAND BUTTON DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................ 56
SAVE SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................................................56
LOAD SETTINGS............................................................................................................................................................57
REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................................................................................................................57
CHANNELS AND DEVICE SETTING.....................................................................................................................................58
Channels Settings................................................................................................................................................58
Device Settings....................................................................................................................................................60
Trigger In Settings ...............................................................................................................................................62
Marker Out Settings............................................................................................................................................63
IMPORT FROM FILE.......................................................................................................................................................65
CHANNEL COUPLING.....................................................................................................................................................67
CERTIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................................................................69
EMC COMPLIANCE.......................................................................................................................................................69
SAFETY COMPLIANCE ....................................................................................................................................................70
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE.......................................................................................................................................70

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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any
products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
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.
Ground the Product
This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the
grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or
output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings
To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consult the product
manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.
Power Disconnect
The power cord provides Mains disconnect.
Do Not Operate Without Covers
Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures
If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry
Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation
Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for details on installing the product so it has proper
ventilation.

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Safety Requirements
This section contains information and warnings that must be observed to keep the instrument operating
in a correct and safe condition. You are required to follow generally accepted safety procedures in
addition to the safety precautions specified in this section.
Safety Symbols
Where the following symbols appear on the instrument’s front or rear panels, or in this manual, they
alert you to important safety considerations.
This symbol is used where caution is required. Refer to the accompanying information or
documents in order to protect against personal injury or damage to the instrument.
This symbol warns of a potential risk of shock hazard.
This symbol is used to denote the measurement ground connection.
This symbol is used to denote a frame or chassis connection.
This symbol is used to denote a safety ground connection.
On (Supply). This is the DC power connect/disconnect switch at the back of the
instrument.
Off (Supply). This is the DC power connect/disconnect switch at the back of the
instrument.
This symbol is used to denote Power. It is located on the front panel and denotes
Power On/Off status of the instrument.
This symbol is used to denote Direct Current.
This symbol is used to denote that the device connectors are sensitive to electrostatic
discharge

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CAUTION
The CAUTION sign indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice or condition
which, if not followed, could possibly cause damage to equipment. If a CAUTION is indicated, do not
proceed until its conditions are fully understood and met.
WARNING
The WARNING sign indicates a potential hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice or condition
which, if not followed, could possibly cause bodily injury or death. If a WARNING is indicated, do not
proceed until its conditions are fully understood and met.
CAT I
Installation (Overvoltage) Category rating per EN 61010-1 safety standard and is applicable for the
instrument front panel measuring terminals. CAT I rated terminals must only be connected to source
circuits in which measures are taken to limit transient voltages to an appropriately low level.

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Environmental considerations
Product End-of-life Handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component.
Equipment Recycling
Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources. The equipment may
contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at
the product’s end of life. In order to avoid release of such substances into the environment and to
reduce the use of natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system
that will ensure that most of the materials are reused or recycled appropriately.
The symbol shown to the left indicates that this product complies with the European
Union’s requirements according to Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).

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Preface
This manual describes the installation and operation of T3AWG-3K Series using the Simple AFG software.
Basic operations and concepts are presented in this manual.
The easiest touch screen display interface allows to create waveforms scenarios, only in few screen
touches.
T3AWG335X and T3AWG325X models offer premium signal integrity thanks to the 16 bit resolution DAC.
The output signal can reach up to 12 Volts pk-pk into 50 Ohm single ended. In addition it is possible to
move the offset voltage in a range of ±6 V thus providing an output voltage window of ±24 Volts into 50
Ohm load or 48 Volts into open load. The T3AWG335X can generate signals up to 350 MHz, while the
T3AWG325X up to 250 MHz. The software architecture provides the possibility to easily generate
predefined waveforms and modulated signals or to load an arbitrary waveform from a user defined file.
Package Contents
The standard T3AWG-3K Series package includes the following:
•T3AWG325X or T3AWG335X Arbitrary Waveform Generator equipment
•Power Cord
•Performance/Calibration Certificate
•Quick Start Guide
•CE certificate
Recommended Accessories T3AWG3352/3252
Description
T3AWG3-8DIG/T3AWG3-8DIG-UPGRADE
8 Bit digital outputs (requires LVDS cable)
T3AWG3-8DIG-TTL
LVDS to LVTTL digital adapter probe
T3AWG3-8DIG-SMA
LVDS to SMA digital adapter cable
T3AWG3-8DIG-MSCAB
Digital output LVDS cable
T3AWG3-RACKMOUNT
Rack Mount Kit
Recommended Accessories T3AWG3354/3254
Description
T3AWG3-16DIG-4CH/T3AWG3-16DIG-
UPGRADE-4CH
16 Bit digital outputs (requires 2 x LVDS
cables)
T3AWG3-8DIG-TTL
LVDS to LVTTL digital adapter probe
T3AWG3-8DIG-SMA
LVDS to SMA digital adapter cable
T3AWG3-8DIG-MSCAB
Digital output LVDS cable

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Recommended Accessories T3AWG3358/3258
Description
T3AWG3-16DIG-8CH/T3AWG3-16DIG-
UPGRADE-8CH
16 Bit digital outputs (requires 2 x LVDS
cables)
T3AWG3-32DIG-8CH/T3AWG3-32DIG-
UPGRADE-8CH
32 Bit digital outputs (requires 4 x LVDS
cables)
T3AWG3-8DIG-TTL
LVDS to LVTTL digital adapter probe
T3AWG3-8DIG-SMA
LVDS to SMA digital adapter cable
T3AWG3-8DIG-MSCAB
Digital output LVDS cable
T3AWG3-SYNC
SYNC accessories for T3AWG3K-8CH
Mechanical Characteristics
Model T3AWG3352-T3AWG3252
Net Weight
6.5kg
Net Weight with Package
7 kg
Overall Dimensions
Height: 143 mm
Width: 362 mm
Depth: 258 mm
Model T3AWG3354-T3AWG3254
Net Weight
10 kg
Net Weight with Package
10.5 kg
Overall Dimensions
Height: 160 mm
Width: 450 mm
Depth: 340 mm
Model T3AWG3358-T3AWG3258
Net Weight
10.8kg
Net Weight with Package
11.3 kg
Overall Dimensions
Height: 160 mm
Width: 450 mm
Depth: 340 mm

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Key features
The following list describes some of the key features of the T3AWG335X and T3AWG325X
•High resolution, high sampling rate: 16 Bits, 1.2GS/s
•Best output frequency vs amplitude trade off: 350Mhz, 48V voltage window
•3 operating modes in the same instruments: Function Generator, Arbitrary Waveform Generator
or Digital Pattern Generator
•Very long memory: up to 1 GSample per channel
•T3AWG3352/3252 Mixed signal generation: 2 analog output + 8 digital outputs (with T3AWG3-
8DIG option)
•T3AWG3354/3254 Mixed signal generation: 4 analog output + 16 digital outputs (with T3AWG3-
16DIG-4CH option)
•T3AWG3358/3258 Mixed signal generation: 8 analog output + 32 digital outputs (with T3AWG3-
32DIG-8CH option)
•The simple touch screen user interface to create complex waveforms scenarios just in few
screen touches
•Large 7 inch, 1024x600 capacitive touch LCD
•Touchscreen or Keypad data entering
•Windows 10 operating system
•USB and LAN interfaces
•Compact case size with the possibility of rack mounting in 3U
Installing your instrument
Unpack the instrument and check that you received all items listed in the Package Content paragraph.
NOTE. The instrument does not ship with a product software CD. To reinstall the product software
follow the instructions in the paragraph “Obtaining the latest version releases” to get the latest software
release and the instructions in the paragraph “Install Simple AFG Application” to install the application
Operating Requirements
CAUTION. To ensure proper cooling, keep sides of the instrument clear of obstructions.
Place the instrument on a cart or bench, observing clearance requirements:
•Top: 20 mm (0.8 in)
•Left and right side: 150 mm (5.9 in)
•Bottom: 20 mm (0.8 in)
•Rear: 75 mm (3 in)

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CAUTION. Ensure that the equipment is positioned in a way that the disconnecting device can be readily
accessible.
The instrument is intended for indoor use and should be operated in a clean, dry, nonconductive
environment. Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is caused by condensation must be expected.
This location is a typical office/home environment. Temporary condensation occurs only when the
product is out of service.
Environmental requirements
Before using this product, ensure that its operating environment is maintained within these parameters:
Temperature
Operating +5 °C to +40 °C (+41 °F to 104 °F)
Non-operating -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity
Operating 5% to 80% relative humidity with a maximum wet
bulk temperature of 29 °C at or below +40 °C, non-condensing.
Non-operating 5% to 95% relative humidity with a maximum wet
bulb temperature of 40 °C at or below +60 °C, non- condensing.
Altitude
Operating 3,000 m (9,843 feet)
Non-operating 12,000 m (39,370 feet)
Power supply requirements
WARNING. To reduce the risk of fire and shock, ensure that the mains supply voltage fluctuations do
not exceed 10% of the operating voltage range.
No manual voltage selection is required because the AC Adapter automatically adapts to line voltage.
Source Voltage and Frequency
100 to 240 VAC ±10% @ 45-66 Hz
Power Consumption
T3AWG3352/3252 Maximum: 100W
T3AWG3354/3254 Maximum: 130W
T3AWG3358/3258 Maximum: 150W
WARNING - Electrical Shock Hazard
Only use the power cord provided with your instrument

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Cleaning
WARNING. To avoid personal injury, power off the instrument and disconnect it from line voltage
before performing any other following procedures.
Inspect the arbitrary waveform generator as often as operating conditions require. To clean the exterior
surface, perform the following steps:
•Remove loose dust on the outside the instrument with a lint-free cloth. Use care to avoid
scratching the front panel display.
•Use a soft cloth dampened with water to clean the instrument. Use a 75% isopropyl alcohol
solution as a cleaner.
CAUTION. To avoid damage to the surface of the arbitrary waveform generator, do not use any
abrasive or chemical cleaning agents.
Calibration
The recommended calibration interval is one year. Calibration should be performed by qualified
personnel only.
Abnormal Conditions
Operate the instrument only as intended by the manufacturer.
If you suspect the instrument’s protection has been impaired, disconnect the power cord and secure the
instrument against any unintended operation.
The instrument’s protection is likely to be impaired if, for example, the instrument shows visible damage
or has been subjected to severe transport stresses.
Proper use of the instrument depends on careful reading of all instructions and labels.
WARNING. Any use of the instrument in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair the
instrument’s safety protection.

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Power the Instrument On and Off
Power On
•Insert the AC power cord into the power receptacle on the rear panel.
•Use the front-panel power button to power on the instrument.
•Wait until the system shows windows desktop.
•The Simple AFG software will start automatically
Power Off
•Close the application in use.
•Press the front-panel power button to power off the instrument.
Protect Your Instrument from Misuse
Check Input and Output Connectors
When connecting a cable, be sure to distinguish the input connector from the output connectors to avoid
making the wrong connection.
CAUTION. Do not short output pins or apply external voltages to Output connectors. The instrument
may be damaged.
CAUTION. Do not apply excessive inputs over ±15 Vpk to Trigger Input connector. The instrument may be
damaged.

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Obtaining the Latest Version Releases
The latest release of the software may not be installed on your instrument. The latest version could be
found on Teledyne LeCroy website (www.teledynelecroy.com) in the support area
Install Simple AFG Application
If your instrument has already installed another version of the Simple AFG application, you must first
uninstall it.
1. Download the Simple AFGTouchUI setup package from Teledyne LeCroy website and
decompress it to instrument’s local disk.
2. Double click on the “setup.exe” to start the installation.
3. Follow the steps and click next to continue the procedure.
4. When the application has been installed, press the “Close” button to continue.

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Instrument Overview
Front Panel T3AWG3352/3252
7” Capacitive
Touch Screen
Soft Keyboard and
Rotary Knob
Numeric
Keypad
Power on/off
button
Single ended
analog outputs
Trigger In and
Marker Output

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Front Panel T3AWG3354/3254
7” Capacitive
Touch Screen
Soft Keyboard and
Rotary Knob
Single ended analog outputs
Trigger In
and
Marker
Output
Numeric
Keypad
2 USB 3.0
ports

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Front Panel T3AWG3358/3258
The Touch screen functionalities and features are described in the Simple AFG Application paragraph.
7” Capacitive
Touch Screen
Soft Keyboard and
Rotary Knob
Single ended analog outputs
Trigger In
and
Marker
Output
Numeric
Keypad
2 USB 3.0
ports

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Analog Outputs
The T3AWG-3K Series instrument has 2/4/8 analog output channels, each one is single-ended and the
connector type is a standard BNC.
Marker Output
The Marker Out is a digital output channel that generates a pulse related to the analog waveform. Its
impedance is 50 Ohm and the output voltage amplitude ranges from 1 V to 2.5 V into 50 Ohm load.
The Marker Out generates a digital pulse synchronous with the waveform depending on the Run Mode.
To set the Marker Out parameters refer to the Marker Out Settings.
The connector type is a standard BNC.
Marker Out Specification
Value
Connector
1 BNC for each pair of channels on the Front Panel
Output impedance
50 Ω
Output level (into 50 Ω)
1 V to 2.5 V
Important Note:
the Marker Out 1 is linked to the Channel 1 and Channel 2, the Marker Out 2 is linked to the Channel
Out 3 and Channel Out 4, the Marker Out 3 is linked to the Channel Out 5 and Channel Out 6, the
Marker Out 4 is linked to the Channel Out 7 and Channel Out 8.
Model
Marker Out Connectors
T3AWG3352/3252
1 BNC on the Front Panel
T3AWG3354/3254
2 BNCs on the Front Panel
T3AWG3358/3258
4 BNCs on the Front Panel
Trigger In
The Trigger In (TRIG. IN connector on the front panel) allows to control the generation by an external
signal source. It has a selectable impedance of 1 kOhm or 50 Ohm. To know how to set the trigger
parameters or the Run Mode refer to the paragraph “Trigger In Settings”. In Continuous mode the
Trigger In doesn’t have any effect.
Trigger In Specification
Value
Connector
BNC on the Front Panel
Number of connectors
1
Input impedance
1 kΩ or 50 Ohm selectable
Slope/Polarity
Positive or negative selectable
Trigger In signal (blue, top) that starts a burst of sine waveform (red, bottom)

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Soft keyboard and rotary knob
Most of the buttons you use with Simple AFG application are virtual ones on the touchscreen, but a few
physical buttons control basic functions, such as the setting of amplitude, offset, frequency, etc.
A physical numeric keypad is available on the front-panel and it can be used instead of the virtual
numeric pad.
A useful central knob is available for fine-tuning and adjustments during the on the fly set up operation.
The rotary knob will change the value in continuous, analog fashion. The push button rotary knob lets
you to change the value increment between Coarse and Fine adjustment.
The →key will move the selected digit to the right and the key will move the selected digit to right.
You can keep pressed the rotating knob and rotate it on the right or on the left to change the Delta
increment.
Rotary Knob
Rotary Push Button
Digit Selection Arrows