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6000 Series Oscilloscope User’s Guide
In This User’s Guide…
1Getting Started
2Front-Panel Controls
3Viewing and Measuring Digital Signals
4Triggering the Oscilloscope
5Making Measurements
6Displaying Data
This guide shows you how to use the Agilent InfiniiVision
6000 Series oscilloscopes. It contains the following chapters and
topics:
Unpacking and setting up your oscilloscope, using Quick Help.
A quick overview of the front-panel controls.
How to connect and use the digital channels of a mixed-signal
oscilloscope (MSO).
Trigger modes, coupling, noise rejection, holdoff, external
trigger and more. Edge, pulse width, and pattern triggering.
CAN, duration, I
TV/video, and USB triggering modes.
XY mode, FFTs, math functions, using cursors, automatic
measurements.
Using pan and zoom; normal, average, peak detect, and high
resolution (smoothing) modes; noise rejection modes, glitch
capture, and more.
2
C, Nth Edge Burst, LIN, sequence, SPI,
7Saving and Printing Data
Printing waveforms, saving setups and data, and using the file
explorer.
8Reference
Upgrading a DSO to an MSO, adding memory, software updates,
I/O, synchronizing instruments with the 10 MHz reference
clock, warranty status, digital signal probing, and more.
9Power and Environmental Conditions
Specifications and characteristics of the oscilloscope.
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The Agilent InfiniiVision 6000 Series oscilloscopes deliver
powerful features and high performance:
The following options can be easily installed without returning
the oscilloscope to a Service Center. These upgrades are
licensed.
Tab l e 4Upgrade Options
Licensed OptionOrder
Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
(MSO)
I2C/SPI serial decode
option (for 4 channel or
4+16 channel models only)
Order N2914A or N2915A (see data sheet). You
can easily install this option yourself. The logic
cable kit is supplied with the MSO license.
Order N5423A after purchase (Option LSS at time
of purchase). You can easily install this option
yourself.
CAN/LIN automotive
triggering and decode (for 4
channel or 4+16 channel
models only)
N5406A FPGA dynamic
probe for Xilinx
N5434A FPGA dynamic
probe for Altera
Order N5424A after purchase (Option AMS at
time of purchase). You can easily install this
option yourself.
N5406A with Option 001 (Oscilloscope-locked
license) or Option 002 (PC-locked license).
N5434A with Option 001 (Oscilloscope-locked
license) or Option 002 (PC-locked license).
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The following option cannot be installed after time of purchase.
Tab l e 5Order-Only Options
Licensed OptionOrder
Battery Operation (Option BAT)Available at time of purchase. Option
can not be added after purchase.
Visit www.agilent.com/find/mso6000 to view the 6000A Series and 6000L Series
data sheets.
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Built-in Quick Help
A Quick Help system is built into the oscilloscope. Instructions for using the
quick help system are given on page 58.
Digital Channels
Because all of the oscilloscopes in the Agilent 6000 Series have analog channels,
the analog channel topics in this book apply to all instruments. Whenever a topic
discusses the digital channels, that information applies only to Mixed-Signal
Oscilloscope (MSO) models or DSO models that have been upgraded to an MSO.
Using this book with the 6000L Series oscilloscopes
The 6000L Series oscilloscopes do not have a built-in display or front panel
control keys. If you are using a 6000L Series oscilloscope, and this book refers to
using front panel controls, you can use the built-in Web control feature described
on page 44 to complete the instructions.
Abbreviated instructions for pressing a series of keys
Instructions for pressing a series of keys are written in an abbreviated manner.
Instructions for pressing Key1, then pressing Key2, then pressing Key3 are
abbreviated as follows:
Press Key1 & Key2 & Key3.
The keys may be front panel keys, or softkeys, which are located directly below
the oscilloscope display.
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Contents
1Getting Started19
To inspect package contents22
To adjust the 6000A Series handle 28
To mount the oscilloscope in a rack29
To mount the 6000A Series oscilloscope in a rack29
To mount the 6000L Series oscilloscope in a rack29
To establish a LAN connection (6000A Series)39
To establish a LAN connection (6000L Series)40
To establish a point-to-point LAN connection42
To use the Web interface43
Controlling the oscilloscope using a Web browser44
Setting a password46
Scrolling and Monitor Resolution49
Identify Function49
Printing the oscilloscope’s display from a web browser50
To connect the oscilloscope probes51
Maximum input voltage in 50 Ω mode 51
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Maximum input voltage for analog inputs 52
To verify basic oscilloscope operation52
To compensate the oscilloscope probes54
To calibrate the probes55
Passive Probes Supported55
Active Probes Supported56
By 300 MHz, 500 MHz, and 1 GHz Bandwidth Models56
By 100 MHz Bandwidth Models57
Using Quick Help58
Quick Help Languages59
2Front-Panel Controls61
6000L Series Oscilloscope Controls62
Front and Rear Panel Controls and Connectors63
6000A Series Oscilloscope Front-Panel Controls66
Conventions67
Graphic Symbols in Softkey Menus67
4-Channel 6000A Series Oscilloscope Front Panel68
Front Panel Controls69
2-Channel 6000A Series Oscilloscope Front Panel (differences
only)74
Interpreting the display75
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6000A Series Front-Panel Operation76
To adjust the waveform intensity76
To adjust the display grid (graticule) intensity76
To start and stop an acquisition77
To make a single acquisition78
To pan and zoom79
Choosing Auto trigger mode or Normal trigger mode80
Using AutoScale80
To set the probe attenuation factor81
Using the analog channels83
To set up the Horizontal time base88
To make cursor measurements95
To make automatic measurements96
Using Labels97
To print the display101
To s et the cl oc k102
To set up the screen saver103
To set the waveform expansion reference point104
To perform service functions105
User Calibration105
Self Test108
About Oscilloscope108
To restore the oscilloscope to its default configuration110
Contents
3Viewing and Measuring Digital Signals111
To connect the digital probes to the circuit under test112
Use only Agilent digital probe cable 112
Acquiring waveforms using the digital channels115
To display digital channels using AutoScale116
Example116
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Interpreting the digital waveform display118
To switch all digital channels on or off119
To switch groups of channels on or off119
To switch a single channel on or off119
To change the displayed size of the digital channels120
To reposition a digital channel120
To change the logic threshold for digital channels121
To display digital channels as a bus122
4Triggering the Oscilloscope127
Selecting Trigger Modes and Conditions130
To select the Mode and Coupling menu130
Trigger modes: Normal and Auto131
To select trigger Coupling133
To select trigger Noise Rejection and HF rejection133
To set Holdoff134
The External Trigger input136
2-Channel oscilloscope External Trigger input136
Maximum input voltage for external trigger (2-channel oscilloscopes) 137
4-Channel oscilloscope External Trigger input138
Maximum input voltage for external trigger (4-channel oscilloscopes) 138
Trig ge r Typ es139
To use Edge triggering140
Trigger level adjustment141
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To use Pulse Width triggering142
< qualifier time set softkey144
> qualifier time set softkey144
To use Pattern triggering145
Hex Bus Pattern Triggering147
To use CAN triggering148
To use Duration triggering152
< qualifier time set softkey154
> qualifier time set softkey154
To use FlexRay triggering155
Modes of VPT1000 Control/Operation155
Setting Up the Oscilloscope and the VPT1000156
Triggering on FlexRay Frames, Times, or Errors160
To use I2C triggering164
To use Nth Edge Burst triggering170
Contents
To use LIN triggering172
To use Sequence triggering175
Define the Find: stage177
Define the Trigger on: stage178
Define the optional Reset on: stage180
Adjust the trigger level181
To use SPI triggering182
Assign source channels to the clock, data, and frame
signals184
Set up the number of bits in the serial data string and set values
for those data bits187
Resetting all bits in the serial data string to one value187
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To use TV triggering187
Example exercises191
To trigger on a specific line of video191
To trigger on all sync pulses193
To trigger on a specific field of the video signal194
To trigger on all fields of the video signal195
To trigger on odd or even fields196
To use UART/RS232 triggering199
To use USB triggering204
The Trigger Out connector206
Tr ig g er s206
Source frequency206
Source frequency/8206
5Making Measurements207
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To use the XY horizontal mode208
Math Functions213
Math scale and offset214
Multiply215
Subtract217
Differentiate219
Integrate221
FFT Measurement223
FFT Operation225
Square Root230
Cursor Measurements232
To make cursor measurements232
Cursor Examples236
Automatic Measurements239
To make an automatic measurement240
To set measurement thresholds241
Time Measurements243
Delay and Phase Measurements247
Voltage Measurements249
Overshoot and Preshoot Measurements255
6Displaying Data257
Pan and Zoom258
To pan and zoom a waveform259
To set the waveform expansion reference point259
Antialiasing260
Using the XGA video output260
Display Settings261
Infinite persistence261
Grid intensity262
Vectors (connect the dots)262
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Varying the intensity to view signal detail263
Acquisition Modes265
At Slower Sweep Speeds265
Selecting the Acquisition mode265
Normal Mode266
Peak Detect Mode266
High Resolution Mode266
Averaging Mode267
Realtime Sampling Option269
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Using Serial Decode271
To d ec ode I
To decode SPI data276
To decode CAN data281
CAN Totalizer286
To decode LIN data288
To decode FlexRay data294
FlexRay Totalizer298
To decode UART/RS232 data300
UART/RS232 Totalizer306
To reduce the random noise on a signal307
HF Reject307
LF Reject308
Noise rejection308
To capture glitches or narrow pulses with peak detect and infinite
persistence309
Using peak detect mode to find a glitch310
2
C data272
How AutoScale Works312
Undo AutoScale312
Specifying the Channels Displayed After AutoScale313
Preserving the Acquisition Mode During AutoScale313
Selecting a file name322
Waveform Trace and Oscilloscope Setup324
Display Image and Waveform Data Files324
Choosing save settings325
To save a waveform and/or setup to a USB device327
To save a waveform and/or setup to the oscilloscope’s internal
memory327
To recall waveform trace and/or oscilloscope setup328
File explorer328
To use the file explorer330
Software and firmware updates334
To set up the I/O port335
Using the 10 MHz reference clock336
Sample clock and frequency counter accuracy336
Supplying an external timebase reference336
To supply a sample clock to the oscilloscope336
To synchronize the timebase of two or more instruments338
To check warranty and extended services status338
To return the instrument339
To clean the oscilloscope339
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Contents
Digital channel signal fidelity: Probe impedance and
grounding340
Input Impedance340
Probe Grounding342
Best Probing Practices344
To replace digital probe leads345
Binary Data (.bin)346
Binary Data in MATLAB346
Binary Header Format346
Example Program for Reading Binary Data350
Examples of Binary Files351
To inspect package contents 22
To adjust the 6000A Series handle 28
To mount the oscilloscope in a rack 29
To power-on the oscilloscope 33
Ventilation requirements 32
The remote interface 38
To establish a LAN connection (6000A Series) 39
To establish a LAN connection (6000L Series) 40
To establish a point-to-point LAN connection 42
To use the Web interface 43
Printing the oscilloscope’s display from a web browser 50
To connect the oscilloscope probes 51
To verify basic oscilloscope operation 52
To compensate the oscilloscope probes 54
To calibrate the probes 55
Passive Probes Supported 55
Active Probes Supported 56
Using Quick Help 58
To get started using the oscilloscope:
✔ Unpack the oscilloscope and verify the contents.
✔ Adjust the 6000A Series oscilloscope’s handle position.
✔ Apply power to the oscilloscope.
✔ Connect the probes to the oscilloscope.
A
19
1Getting Started
✔ Verify basic oscilloscope operation and compensate the
probes.
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Getting Started1
Built-in Quick Help
A Quick Help system is built into the oscilloscope. Instructions for using the
quick help system are given on page 58.
Digital Channels
Because all of the oscilloscopes in the Agilent 6000 Series have analog channels,
the analog channel topics in this book apply to all instruments. Whenever a topic
discusses the digital channels, that information applies only to Mixed-Signal
Oscilloscope (MSO) models or DSO models that have been upgraded to an MSO.
Using this book with the 6000L Series oscilloscopes
The 6000L Series oscilloscopes do not have a built-in display or front panel
control keys. If you are using a 6000L Series oscilloscope, and this book refers to
using front panel controls, you can use the built-in Web control feature described
on page 44 to complete the instructions.
Abbreviated instructions for pressing a series of keys
Instructions for pressing a series of keys are written in an abbreviated manner.
Instructions for pressing Key1, then pressing Key2, then pressing Key3 are
abbreviated as follows:
Press Key1 & Key2 & Key3.
The keys may be front panel keys, or softkeys, which are located directly below
the oscilloscope display.
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1Getting Started
To inspect package contents
✔ Inspect the shipping container for damage.
If your shipping container appears to be damaged, keep the
shipping container or cushioning material until you have
inspected the contents of the shipment for completeness and
have checked the oscilloscope mechanically and electrically.
✔ Verify that you received the following items and any optional
accessories you may have ordered:
• InfiniiVision 6000 Series Oscilloscope
• Front-panel cover (6000A Series only)
• Power cord (see Table 8 on page 37)
• Models with Option BAT only: Power Supply (P/N
0950-4866)
• LAN Crossover Cable 5061-0701 (6000L Series only)
• GPIB cable extender P/N 5183-0803 (6000L Series only)
Figure 3Package contents for 6000L Series oscilloscopes
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1Getting Started
Tab l e 6Accessories available
ModelDescription
N2918A6000 Series Oscilloscope Evaluation Kit
1180CZTestmobile oscilloscope cart (requires N2919A adapter kit)
N2919ATestmobile Adapter Kit
N2916A6000A Rackmount Kit
54684-44101Front-panel cover
N2605A-097USB cable
10833AGPIB cable, 1 m long
10073CPassive probe, 10:1, 500 MHz, 1.5 m
10074CPassive probe, 10:1, 100 MHz, 1.5 m
54620-68701Digital probe kit
54684-42301Digital probe cable guide (cable tray)
0960-030150-Ohm Feedthrough
01650-6160716:16 logic cable and terminator (use with header on target sys.)
54620-6870116:2 x 8 logic input probe assembly (standard with MSO models)
10070CPassive probe, 1:1 20 MHz, 1.5 m
10074CPassive probe, 10:1, 150 MHz, 1.5 m
10073CPassive probe, 10:1, 500 MHz, 1.5 m
1165APassive probe, 10:1, 600 MHz, 1.5 m
10076APassive probe, 100:1, 4 kV, 250 MHz
N2771APassive probe, 1000:1, 30 kV, 50 MHz
1156AActive probe, 1.5 GHz AutoProbe interface
1144AActive probe, 800 MHz (requires 1142A – power supply)
†
1145A
†
1130A
N2772AActive differential probe, 20 MHz, 1.2 kVDC + peak AC max
1141AActive differential probe, 200 MHz, 200 VDC + peak AC max
1146ACurrent probe, 100 kHz, 100 A, AC/DC
†
1147A
N2780ACurrent probe, 2 MHz, 500 A, AC/DC (use with N2779A power
N2781ACurrent probe, 10 MHz, 150 A, AC/DC (use with N2779A power
Active probe, 750 MHz 2-ch (requires 1142A – power supply)
For active differential probes: 1.5 GHz InfiniiMax amplifier with
AutoProbe interface (requires one or more InfiniiMax probe head
– E2675A, E2668A, E2669A).
(requires N2773A power supply)
(requires 1142A power supply)
Current probe, 50 MHz, 30 A, AC/DC with AutoProbe interface
supply)
supply)
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ModelDescription
N2782ACurrent probe, 50 MHz, 30 A, AC/DC (use with N2779A power
supply)
N2783ACurrent probe, 100 MHz, 30 A, AC/DC (use with N2779A power
supply)
10072AFine-pitch probe kit
10075A0.5 mm IC clip kit
10076A100:1, 4 kV 250 MHz probe
E2613B0.5 mm Wedge probe adapter, 3-signal, qty 2
E2614A0.5 mm Wedge probe adapter, 8-signal, qty 1
E2615B0.65 mm Wedge probe adapter, 3-signal, qty 2
E2616A0.65 mm Wedge probe adapter, 8-signal, qty 1
E2643A0.5 mm Wedge probe adapter, 16-signal, qty 1
E2644A0.65 mm Wedge probe adapter, 16-signal, qty 1
†
Indicates a maximum of two of this model probe can be connected to each
oscilloscope due to AutoProbe interface current supply limitation. See also
“Passive Probes Supported” on page 55 and
“Active Probes Supported” on page 56.
You can find these items at www.agilent.com or at www.parts.agilent.com.
For information on more probes and accessories see
“5989-6162EN Probes and Accessories Selection Guide” and
“5968-8153EN 5000 and 6000 Series Oscilloscope Probes and
Accessories data sheet, available at www.agilent.com.
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1Getting Started
To adjust the 6000A Series handle
You can use the oscilloscope’s handle for carrying the
instrument, or you can use it as a stand to tilt the instrument up
for easier viewing of its display.
1 Grasp the handle hubs on each side of the instrument and
pull the hubs out until they stop.
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2 Without releasing the hubs, rotate the handle to the desired
position. Then release the hubs. Continue rotating the handle
until it clicks into a set position.
To mount the oscilloscope in a rack
The InfiniiVision 6000 Series oscilloscopes can be mounted into
Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard 19-inch
(487-mm) rack cabinets.
To mount the 6000A Series oscilloscope in a rack
Purchase and install the N2916A rack mount kit. Instructions
are included in the kit.
To mount the 6000L Series oscilloscope in a rack
The 6000L Series oscilloscope is supplied with all necessary
hardware for installation into a standard EIA 19-inch rack.
Tab l e 7Rack Mount Hardware Supplied
Getting Started1
Quantity DescriptionAgilent Part
2Front Extender SupportD6104-01201
2Rear Extender SupportD6104-01202
4Rear Extender Screw (M3 x 6 mm)0515-0430
4Dress Screw (10-32 x 0.0625)0570-1577
8Rail Screw (10-32 x 0.375)2680-0281
12Clip-nut (10-32)0590-0804
Number
Tools required (not supplied)
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• T20 Torx driver
• T10 Torx driver
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1Getting Started
Step 4
If needed
Step 1,
step 5
Step 3
If needed
1 Loosely attach the Front Extender Supports to the Rear
Extender Supports with four (4) clip-nuts and four (4) of the
10-32 x 0.375 Rail Screws. (The screws require a Torx T20
driver.) Choose the correct set of slots in the supports such
that their overall length is approximately correct for the
depth of your cabinet.
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