INSTRUCTION
+
BK PRECISION
®
MANUAL
MODEL 2190B
100 MHz DUAL-TRACE OSCILLOSCOPE
+
®
BK PRECISION
TEST INSTRUMENT SAFETY
WARNING
Normal use of test equipment exposes you to a certain amount of danger from electrical shock because
testing must often be performed where exposed high voltage is present. An electrical shock causing
10milliampsofcurrentto pass throughtheheart will stop most human heartbeats. Voltageas low as 35 volts
dc or ac rms should be considered dangerous and hazardous since it can produce a lethal current under
certain conditions. Higher voltage poses an even greater threat because such voltage can more easily
produce a lethal current. Your normal work habits should include all accepted practices that will prevent
contact with exposed high voltage, and that will steer current away from your heart in case of accidental
contactwitha high voltage.Youwillsignificantlyreducetherisk factorifyouknow and observethefollowing
safety precautions:
1. Don’t expose high voltage needlessly in the equipment under test. Remove housings and covers only when necessary.
Turn off equipment while making test connections in high-voltage circuits. Discharge high-voltage capacitors after
removing power.
2. If possible, familiarize yourself with the equipment being tested and the location of its high voltage points. However,
remember that high voltage may appear at unexpected points in defective equipment.
3. Use an insulated floor material or a large, insulated floor mat to stand on, and an insulated work surface on which to
place equipment; make certain such surfaces are not damp or wet.
4. Use the time-proven “one hand in the pocket” technique while handling an instrument probe. Be particularly careful to
avoid contacting a nearby metal object that could provide a good ground return path.
5. When using a probe, touch only the insulated portion. Never touch the exposed tip portion.
6. When testing ac powered equipment, remember that ac line voltage is usually present on some power input circuits such
as the on-off switch, fuses, power transformer, etc. any time the equipment is connected to an ac outlet, even if the
equipment is turned off.
7. Some equipment with a two-wire ac power cord, including some with polarized power plugs, is the “hot chassis” type.
This includes most recent television receivers and audio equipment. A plastic or wooden cabinet insulates the chassis
toprotect the customer. When the cabinet is removed for servicing, a serious shock hazard exists if the chassis is touched.
Not only does this present a dangerous shock hazard, but damage to test instruments or the equipment under test may
result from connecting the ground lead of most test instruments (including this oscilloscope) to a “hot chassis”. To make
measurements in “hot chassis” equipment, always connect an isolation transformer between the ac outlet and the
equipment under test. The B+K Precision Model TR-110 or 1604A Isolation Transformer, or Model 1653A or 1655A
AC Power Supply is suitable for most applications. To be on the safe side, treat all two wire ac powered equipment as
“hot chassis” unless you are sure it has an isolated chassis or an earth ground chassis.
8. Never work alone. Someone should be nearby to render aid if necessary. Training in CPR (cardio-pulmonary
resuscitation) first aid is highly recommended.
Instruction Manual
for
+
BK PRECISION
®
Model 2190B
100 MHz
Dual-Trace Oscilloscope
©2000 B+K Precision Corp.
This symbol on oscilloscope means “refer to instruction manual
for further precautionary information”. This symbol appears in the
manual where the corresponding information is given.
®
+
1031 Segovia Circle, Placentia, CA 92870
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page Page
TEST INSTRUMENT SAFETY . . . . . . inside front cover
FEATURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General Function Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Vertical Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Horizontal Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Triggering Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rear Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Equipment Protection Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Initial Starting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Single TraceDisplay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dual Trace Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Triggering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Magnified Sweep Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
X−Y Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Video Signal Observation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Delayed Sweep Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Applications Guidebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Line Voltage Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PeriodicAdjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Calibration Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Instrument Repair Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Important Considerations for Rise Time and
Fall Time Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
“Guidebook To Oscilloscopes”
Availability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside back cover
2
FEATURES
LOW COST ,HIGH PERFORMANCE
B+K Precision Model 2190B is one of the most economical 100 MHz analog oscilloscopes on the market, yet it has
all of the high performance features needed for most applications,including delayed time base, bandwidth limiter,and
Y axis output. This oscilloscope is built by and backed by
B+K Precision, a company that has been selling reliable,
durable, value priced test instruments for over 50 years.
CRT FEATURES
Rectangular CRT
Rectangular CRTwith large 8 x 10 centimeterviewing
area.
Convenience
Tracerotation electrically adjustable from front panel.
0%, 10%, 90%, and 100% markers for rise time measurements.
DUAL TRACE FEATURES
Dual Trace
Model 2190B has two vertical input channels for displaying two waveforms simultaneously. Selectable
single trace (either CH 1 or CH 2) or dual trace.
Alternate or chop sweep selectable at all sweep rates.
Sum and Difference Capability
Permits algebraic addition or subtraction of channel 1
and channel 2 waveforms, displayed as a single trace.
Useful for differentialvoltageand distortion measurements.
HIGH FREQUENCY FEATURES
Wide Bandwidth
Conservatively-rated −3dBbandwidthisdcto
100 MHz.
Fast Rise Time
Rise time is less than 3.5 ns.
Fast Sweep
Maximum sweep speed of 2 ns/div (with X10 MAG)
assures high frequencies and short-duration pulses are
displayed with high resolution.
VERTICAL FEATURES
High Sensitivity
5 mV/div sensitivityfor full bandwidth. High-sensitivity 1 mV/div and 2 mV/div using PULL X5 gain
control.
Calibrated VoltageMeasurements
Accurate voltage measurements (±3%) on 10 calibrated ranges from 5 mV/div to 5 V/ div. Vertical gain
fully adjustable between calibrated ranges.
SWEEP FEATURES
Calibrated Time Measurements
Accurate (±3%) time measurements. The main sweep
has 23 calibrated ranges from 0.5 S/div to 20 nS/div.
The delayed sweep also has 23 calibrated ranges from
0.5 S/div to 20 nS/div. Sweep time is fully adjustable
between calibrated ranges.
X10 Sweep Magnification
Allows closer examination of waveforms, increases
maximum sweep rate to 2 nS/div.
DUAL TIME BASE FEATURES
Dual Sweep Generators
Main sweep gives normal waveform display, delayed
sweepmaybe operated atfastersweep speedtoexpand
a portion of the waveform.
Four Sweep Modes
Choice of main sweep only, delayed sweep only,
main sweep and delayed sweep sharing the trace
(percentage of mai n/d elaye d sweep adjustable), or
X−Y.
Adjustable Start Of Delayed Sweep
DELAYTIME POSition control allows adjustment of
delayed sweep starting point.
TRIGGERING FEATURES
Two TriggerModes
Selectable normal (triggered) or automatic sweep
modes.
Triggered Sweep
Sweep remains at rest unless adequate trigger signal is
applied. Fully adjustable trigger level and (+) or (−)
slope.
3
FEATURES
AUTO Sweep
Selectable AUTO sweep provides sweep without trigger input, automatically reverts to triggered sweep
operation when adequate trigger is applied.
Five TriggerSources
Five trigger source selections, including CH 1, CH 2,
alternate, EXT, and LINE.
Video Sync
Frame(TV V) or Line (TV H) triggering selectablefor
observingcomposite video waveforms.TV-Hposition
can also be used as low frequency reject and TV-V
position can be used as high frequency reject.
Variable Holdoff
Trigger inhibit period after end of sweep adjustable.
Permits stable observation of complex pulse trains.
OTHER FEATURES
Bandwidth Limiter
Selectablefullbandwidthof100mHzorlimitedbandwidth of 20 MHz to filter high frequency noise from
low frequency waveforms.
X−Y Operation
Channel 1 can be applied as horizontal deflection
(X-axis) while channel 2 provides vertical deflection
(Y-axis).
Built-in Probe Adjust Square Wave
A 2 V p-p, 1 kHz square wave generator permits probe
compensation adjustment.
Channel 2 (Y) Output
A buffered 50Ω output of the channel 2 signal is
available at the rear panel for driving a frequency
counter or other instruments. The output is 50 mV/div
(nominal) into 50Ω.
Z-Axis Input
Rear panel Z-Axis input allows intensity modulation.
Supplied With TwoProbes
4
SPECIFICATIONS
CRT:
Type: 6-inch rectangular with integral graticule,
P31 phosphor.
DisplayArea:8 x 10 div (1 div = 1 cm).
AcceleratingVoltage:12 kV.
Phosphor:P31.
Trace Rotation: Electrical, front panel adjustable.
VERTICAL AMPLIFIERS (CH 1 and CH 2)
Sensitivity: 5 mV/div to 5 V/div, 1 mv/div to 1 V/div at
X5 MAG.
Attenuator:10 calibrated steps in 1-2-5 sequence.Vernier
control provides fully adjustable sensitivity between
steps; range 1/1 to at least 1/3.
Accuracy:±3%, 5 mV to 5 V/div; 5%, at X5 MAG.
Input Resistance:1MΩ±2%.
Input Capacitance: 25 pF ±10 pF.
Frequency Response:
5 mV/div to 5 V/div:
DC to 100 MHz (−3 dB).
X5 MAG:
DC to 25 MHz (−3 dB).
Rise Time:
3.5 nS.
Overshoot:Less than 5%.
Operating Modes:
CH 1: CH 1, single trace.
CH 2: CH 2, single trace.
DUAL: CH 1 and CH 2, dual trace.
Alternate or Chop selectable at
any sweep rate.
ADD: Algebraic sum of CH 1 + CH 2.
Chop Frequency:Approximately 500 kHz.
PolarityReversal:CH 2 invert.
MaximumInput Voltage:400 V (dc + ac peak).
HORIZONTAL AMPLIFIER
(Input through channel 1 input)
X−Y mode:
CH 1 = X axis.
CH 2 = Y axis.
Sensitivity: Same as verticalchannel 2.
Input Impedance: Same as vertical channel 2.
Frequency Response:
DC to 2 MHz (−3 dB).
X-Y Phase Difference: 3° or less at 100 kHz.
MaximumInputVoltage: Same as vertical channel 1.
SWEEP SYSTEM
Operating Modes:
Main, Mix (both main and delayed sweep displayed),
Delay (only delayed sweep displayed), X−Y.
Main Time Base: 20 nS/div to 0.5 S/div in 1-2-5
sequence,23 steps. Vernier control provides fully
adjustablesweep time between steps.
DelayedTimeBase: 20 nS/div to 0.5 S/div in 1-2-5
sequence,23 steps.
Accuracy:±3%.
Sweep Magnification: X10 ±10%.
Holdoff: Continuously adjustable for main time base from
NORM to 5 times normal.
Delay Time Position: Control sets percentage of display
that is devotedto main and delayed sweep.
Delay Jitter: 1/10,000 of full scale sweep time.
TRIGGERING
Trigger Modes:
AUTO (free run), NORM, TV-V, TV-H.
Trigger Source:
CH 1, CH 2, Alternate, EXT,LINE.
Slope:
(+) or (–).
5
SPECIFICATIONS
Trigger Coupling:
AUTO: Sweep free-runs in absence of
suitable trigger signal.
NORM: Sweep triggered only by adequate
trigger signal.
TV-V: Video vertical sync pulses are
selected. Also usable for high
frequency reject.
TV-H: Video horizontal sync pulses are
selected. Also usable for low
frequency reject.
Trigger Sensitivity:
AC: 1.5 div (internal)
≥0.5 Vp-p (external)
30 Hz – 110 MHz
TV-V: 1.0 div (internal)
≥0.5 Vp-p (external)
20 Hz – 30 kHz)
TV-H: 1.0 div (internal)
≥0.5 Vp-p (external)
3 kHz – 100 kHz
MaximumExternalTriggerVoltage: 300 V (dc + ac
peak).
Output Impedance: Approximately 50 ohms.
Frequency Response:20 Hz to 100 MHz, −3 dB.
IntensityModulation
Input Signal: TTL level, intensity increasing with
more positive levels, decreased intensity with more
negative levels.
Input Impedance: Approximately 50 kΩ.
Usable Frequency Range: DC to 5 MHz.
Maximum Input Voltage: 30 V (dc + ac peak).
Power Requirements: 100–130 VAC or 200–260 VAC,
50/60 Hz, 55 watts.
Dimensions (H 3 W3 D):
5.2″ 3 12.8″ 3 15.7″
(132 3 324 3 398 mm).
Weight: 18.8 lbs (8.5 kg).
Environment:
Within Specified Accuracy: +10° to +35° C, 10–80%
relative humidity.
Full Operation: 0° to +50° C, 10–80% relative
humidity.
Storage: −30° to +70° C, 10–90% relative humidity.
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Cal/ProbeCompensationVoltage:2 V p-p ±3% square
wave,1 kHz nominal.
CH 2 (Y) Output:
Output Voltage: 50 mV/div (nominal into 50 ohm
load).
ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED:
Two Switchable X1/X10 Probes.
Instruction Manual.
AC Line Cord.
6
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
15
29
28
27
26
8
6
9
16
14
5
1
10
4
2
3
11
12
13
7
17
18
25
19
24
23
22
21
30
20
Fig. 1. Model 2190A Controls and Indicators.
GENERAL FUNCTION CONTROLS
1. ON Indicator. Lights when oscilloscope is “on”.
2. POWER Pushbutton. Turns oscilloscope “on” and
“off”.
3. INTENSITY Control. Adjusts brightness of trace.
4. TRACE ROTATION Control. Adjusts to maintain
trace at a horizontal position.
5. FOCUS Control. Adjusts trace focus.
6. 20 MHz/100 MHz Pushbutton. When released,
selects 100 MHz bandwidth. When engaged, limits
bandwidth to 20 MHz.
7. GND Terminal. Oscilloscope chassis ground
jack, and earth ground via three-wire ac power cord.
8. CAL Terminal. Terminal provides 2 V p-p, 1 kHz
(nominal) square wave signal. This signal is useful for
checking probe compensation adjustment, as well as
providing a rough check of vertical calibration.
VERTICAL CONTROLS
9. VERTical MODE Switch. Selects vertical display
mode. Four-position lever switch with the following
positions:
CH1:
Displays the channel 1 signal by itself.
CH2/X-Y:
CH2: displays the channel 2 signal by itself.
X-Y: used in conjunction with the X-Y control and
Trigger SOURCE switch to enable X-Y display
mode.
DUAL:
Displays the channel 1 and channel 2 signals simultaneously. Dual-trace mode may be either alternate
or chopped sweep; see the description under CH1
POS/PULL CHOP control.
ADD:
The inputs from channel 1 and channel 2 are
summed and displayed as a single signal. If the
Channel 2 POSition/PULL INVert control is
pulled out, the input from channel 2 is subtracted
from channel 1 and the difference is displayed as a
single signal.
7
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
10. CH1 AC-GND-DC Switch. Three-position lever
switch with the following positions:
AC:
Channel 1 input signal is capacitively coupled; dc
component is blocked.
GND:
Opens signal path and grounds input to vertical
amplifier. This provides a zero-volt base line, the
position of which can be used as a reference when
performing dc measurements.
DC:
Direct coupling of channel 1 input signal; both ac
and dc components of signal produce vertical de-
flection.
11. CH1 (X) Input Jack. Vertical input for channel 1.
X-axis input for X-Y operation.
12. CH1 (X) VOLTS/DIV Control. Vertical attenuator
for channel 1. Provides step adjustment of vertical
sensitivity. When channel 1 VARiable control is set
to CAL, vertical sensitivity is calibrated in 10 steps
from 5 mV/div to 5 V/div in a 1-2-5 sequence. When
the X-Y mode of operation is selected, this control
provides step adjustment of X-axis sensitivity.
13. CH1 VARiable/PULL X5 MAG Control:
VARiable:
Rotation provides vernier adjustment of channel 1
vertical sensitivity. In the fully-clockwise (CAL)
position, the vertical attenuator is calibrated. Counterclockwise rotation decreases gain sensitivity. In
X-Y operation, this control becomes the vernier
X-axis sensitivity control.
PULL X5 MAG:
When pulled out, increases vertical sensitivity by a
factor of five. Effectivelyprovides two extra sensitivity settings: 2 mV/div and 1 mV/div. In X-Y
mode, increases X-sensitivity by a factor of five.
14. CH1 POSition/PULL CHOP Control:
POSition:
Rotationadjustsverticalposition of channel 1 trace.
PULL CHOP:
When this switch is pulled out in the dual-trace
mode, the channel 1 and channel 2 sweeps are
chopped and displayed simultaneously (normally
used at slower sweep speeds). When it is pushed in,
the two sweeps are alternately displayed, one after
the other (normally used at higher sweep speeds).
15. CH2 POSition/PULL INVert Control:
POSition:
Rotationadjustsverticalposition of channel 2 trace.
In X-Y operation, rotation adjusts vertical position
of X-Y display.
PULL INVert:
When pushed in, the polarity of the channel 2 signal
is normal. When pulled out, the polarity of the
channel 2 signal is reversed, thus inverting the
waveform.
16. CH2 VOLTS/DIV Control. Vertical attenuator for
channel 2. Provides step adjustment of vertical sensitivity. When channel 2 VARiable control is set to
CAL, vertical sensitivity is calibrated in 10 steps from
5 mV/div to 5 V/div in a 1-2-5 sequence. When the
X-Y mode of operation is selected, this control provides step adjustment of Y-axis sensitivity.
17. CH2 VARiable/PULL X5 MAG Control:
VARiable:
Rotation provides vernier adjustment of channel 2
vertical sensitivity. In the fully-clockwise (CAL)
position, the vertical attenuator is calibrated. Counterclockwise rotation decreases gain sensitivity. In
X-Y operation, this control becomes the vernier
Y-axis sensitivity control.
PULL X5 MAG:
When pulled out, increases vertical sensitivity by a
factor of five. Effectively provides two extra sensitivity settings: 2 mV/div and 1 mV/div. In X-Y
mode, increases Y-sensitivity bya factor of five.
18. CH2 (Y) Input Jack. Vertical input for channel 2.
Y-axis input for X-Y operation.
19. CH2 AC-GND-DC Switch. Three-position lever
switch with the following positions:
AC:
Channel 2 input signal is capacitively coupled; dc
component is blocked.
GND:
Opens signal path and grounds input to vertical
amplifier. This provides a zero-volt base line, the
position of which can be used as a reference when
performing dc measurements.
DC:
Direct coupling of channel 2 input signal; both ac
and dc components of signal produce vertical deflection.
8
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
HORIZONTAL CONTROLS
20. Main Time Base TIME/DIV Control. Provides step
selection of sweep rate for the main time base. When
theVARiableSweep control is settoCAL,sweeprate
is calibrated. This control has 23 steps, from 20 nS/div
to 0.5 S/div, in a 1-2-5 sequence.
21. DELAY Time Base TIME/DIV Control. Provides
step selection of sweep rate for delayed sweep time
base. This control has 23 steps, from 20 nS/div to
0.5 S/div, in a 1-2-5 sequence.
22. DELAY TIMEPOSitionControl.Setsstartingpoint
of delayed sweep. Clockwise rotation causes delayed
sweep to begin earlier.
23. VARiable Sweep Control. Rotation of control is ver-
nier adjustment for sweep rate. In fully clockwise
(CAL) position, sweep rate is calibrated. This control
isthevernieradjustmentfor both the main and delayed
time bases.
24. POSition/PULL X10 MAG Control.
POSition:
Horizontal (X) position control.
PULL X10 MAG:
Selects ten times sweep magnification when pulled
out, normal when pushed in. Increases maximum
sweep rate to 10 nS/div.
25. Sweep Mode Switch. Selects sweep (horizontal)
mode. Four-position rotary switch with the following
positions:
MAIN:
Only the main sweep operates, with the delayed
sweep inactive.
MIX:
The main and delayed sweep share a single trace;
main sweep occupies the left portion of the display;
delayed sweep occupies the right portion of the
display. The DELAY TIME POSition control de-
termines the percentage of display that is main
sweep and the percentage of display that is delayed
sweep (main sweep is usually brighter than the
delayed sweep). Delayed sweep speed cannot be
slower than main sweep speed.
DELAY:
Only delayed sweep operates, while main sweep
stays inactive. DELAY TIME POSition control
determines the starting point of the delayed sweep.
X-Y:
Used with the VERTical MODE switch and Trigger SOURCE switch to select X-Y operating
mode. The channel 1 input becomes the X-axis and
the channel 2 input becomes the Y-axis. Trigger
source and coupling are disabled in this mode.
TRIGGERING CONTROLS
26. HOLDOFF/PULL NORM TRIG Control.
HOLDOFF:
Rotation adjusts holdoff time (trigger inhibit period
beyond sweep duration). When control is rotated
fully counterclockwise, the holdoff period is MIN-
inum (normal). The holdoff period increases progressively with clockwise rotation.
PULL NORM TRIG:
Whenpushedin,selects automatic triggering mode.
Inthismode,theoscilloscopegeneratessweep (free
runs) in absence of an adequate trigger; it automatically reverts to triggered sweep operation when an
adequate trigger signal is present. Automatic triggering is applicable to both the main sweep and
delayed sweep. When pulled out, selects normal
triggered sweep operation. A sweep is generated
only when an adequate trigger signal is present.
27. Trigger SOURCE Switch. Selects source of sweep
trigger. Four-position lever switch with the following
positions:
CH1/X-Y
CH1:
Causes the channel 1 input signal to become the
sweep trigger, regardless of the VERTical
MODE switch setting.
X-Y:
Used with two other switches to enable the X-Y
mode — see the Operating Instructions under
“XY Operation”.
CH2:
The channel 2 signal becomes the sweep trigger,
regardless of the VERTicalMODE switch setting.
ALT:
Alternate triggering, used in dual-trace mode, permits each waveform viewed to become its own
trigger source.
EXT:
Signal from EXTernal TRIGger jack becomes
sweep trigger.
28. Trigger COUPLING Switch. Selects trigger cou-
pling. Four-position lever switch with the following
positions:
AC:
Trigger signal is capacitively coupled.
TV-V:
Used for triggering from television vertical sync
pulses. Also serves as lo-pass/dc (high frequency
reject) trigger coupling.
9
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
TV-H:
Used for triggering from television horizontal sync
pulses.Alsoservesas hi-pass(lowfrequency reject)
trigger coupling.
LINE:
Signal derived from input line voltage (50/60 Hz)
becomes trigger.
29. TRIGger LEVEL/PULL (–) SLOPE Control.
TRIGger LEVEL:
Trigger level adjustment; determines the point on
the triggering waveform where the sweep is triggered. Rotation in the (–) direction (counterclockwise) selects more negative triggering point;
rotation in the (+) direction (clockwise) selects
more positive triggering point.
PULL (—) SLOPE:
Two-position push-pull switch. The “in” position
selectsapositive-goingslope and the “out” position
selectsanegative-goingslopeas triggering pointfor
main sweep.
30. EXTernal TRIGger Jack. External trigger input for
single- and dual-trace operation.
REAR PANEL CONTROLS (not shown)
31. Fuse Holder/Line Voltage Selector. Contains fuse
and selects line voltage.
32. Power Cord Receptacle.
33. CH 2 (Y) SIGNAL OUTPUT Jack. Output terminal
where sample of channel 2 signal is available. Amplitude of output is nominally 50 mV per division of
vertical deflection seen on CRT when terminated into
50 Ω. Output impedance is 50 Ω.
34. Z-Axis Input Jack. Input jack for intensity modula-
tion of CRT electron beam. TTL compatible (5 V p-p
sensitivity). Positive levels increase intensity.
35. Handle/Tilt Stand.
36. Feet/Cord Wrap.
10
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
The following precautions must be observed to help prevent electric shock.
1. When the oscilloscope is used to make measurements
in equipment that contains high voltage, there is always acertainamountofdangerfromelectricalshock.
The person using the oscilloscope in such conditions
should be a qualified electronics technician or otherwise trained and qualified to work in such circumstances. Observe the TEST INSTRUMENT SAFETY
recommendations listed on the inside front cover of
this manual.
2. Donotoperatethisoscilloscopewith the case removed
unless you are a qualified service technician. High
voltage up to 12,000 volts is present when the unit is
operating with the case removed.
3. The ground wire of the 3-wire ac power plug places
the chassis and housing of the oscilloscope at earth
ground. Use only a 3-wire outlet, and do not attempt
to defeat the ground wire connection or float the oscilloscope; to do so may pose a great safety hazard.
4. Specialprecautionsarerequiredtomeasureorobserve
line voltage waveforms with any oscilloscope. Use the
following procedure:
a. Do not connect the ground clip of the probe to
either side of the line. The clip is already at earth
ground and touching it to the hot side of the line
may “weld” or “disintegrate” the probe tip and
cause possible injury, plus possible damage to the
scope or probe.
b. Insert the probe tip into one side of the line voltage
receptacle, then the other. One side of the receptacleshouldbe“hot” and produce thewaveform.The
other side of the receptacle is the ac return and no
waveform should result.
EQUIPMENT PROTECTION
PRECAUTIONS
Thefollowing precautionswillhelpavoid
damage to the oscilloscope.
1. Never allow a small spot of high brilliance to remain
stationary on the screen for more than a few seconds.
The screen may become permanently burned. A spot
will occur when the scope is set up for X−Y operation
and no signal is applied. Either reduce the intensity so
the spot is barely visible, apply signal, orswitch back
to normal sweep operation. It is also advisable to use
low intensity with AUTO triggering and no signal
applied for long periods. A high intensity trace at the
same position could cause a line to become permanently burned onto the screen.
2. Do not obstruct the ventilating holes in the case, as this
will increase the scope’s internal temperature.
3. Excessive voltage applied to the input jacks may damage the oscilloscope. The maximum ratings of the
inputs are as follows:
CH 1 and CH 2:
400 V dc + ac peak.
EXT TRIG:
300 V dc + ac peak.
Z-AXIS INPUT:
30 V ( dc and ac peak).
4. Always connect a cable from the ground terminal of
the oscilloscope to the chassis of the equipment under
test. Without this precaution, the entire current for the
equipment under test may be drawn through the probe
clip leads under certain circumstances. Such conditionscouldalsoposea safety hazard, which theground
cable will prevent.
5. The probe ground clips are at oscilloscope and earth
ground and should be connected only to the earth
ground or isolated common of the equipment under
test. To measure with respect to any point other than
the common, use CH 2 – CH 1 subtract operation
(ADD mode and INVert CHannel 2), with the channel 2 probe to the point of measurement and the
channel 1 probe to the point of reference. Use this
method even if the reference point is a dc voltage with
no signal.
11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING TIPS
The following recommendations will help obtain the best
performance from the oscilloscope.
1. Always use the probe ground clips for best results,
attached to a circuit ground point near the point of
measurement.Donotrelysolelyon an external ground
wire in lieu of the probe ground clips as undesired
signals may be introduced.
2. Avoid the following operating conditions:
a. Direct sunlight.
b. High temperature and humidity.
c. Mechanical vibration.
d. Electrical noiseand strong magnetic fields, such as
near large motors, power supplies, transformers,
etc.
3. Occasionally check trace rotation, probe compensation,andcalibrationaccuracy of theoscilloscopeusing
the procedures found in the MAINTENANCE section
of this manual.
4. Terminate the output of a signal generator into its
characteristic impedance to minimize ringing, especially if the signal has fast edges such as square waves
or pulses. For example, the typical 50 Ω output of a
square wave generator should be terminated into an
external 50 Ω terminating load and connected to the
oscilloscope with 50 Ω coaxial cable.
5. Probe compensation adjustment matches the probe to
the input of the scope. For best results, compensation
should be adjusted initially, then the same probe alwaysusedwiththesamechannel. Probe compensation
should be readjusted when a probe from a different
oscilloscope is used.
INITIAL STARTING PROCEDURE
Until you familiarize yourself with the use of all controls,
the settings given here can be used as a reference point to
obtain a trace on the CRT in preparation for waveform
observation.
1. Set these controls as follows:
VERTical MODE to CH1.
CH1AC/GND/DC to GND.
Select AUTO triggering, (HOLD OFF pushed in)
Trigger COUPLING to AC.
Trigger SOURCE to CH1.
All POSition controls and INTENSITY control centered (pointers facing up).
Main Time Base control to 1 mS/div.
Sweep Mode switch to MAIN.
2. Press the red POWER pushbutton.
3. A trace should appear on the CRT. Adjust the trace
brightness with the INTENSITY control, and the
trace sharpness with the FOCUS control.
NOTE
When viewing audio and low frequency
waveforms below 20 MHz, a better waveform may be obtained by engaging the
20 MHz/100 MHz pushbutton. This limits
the bandwidth to 20 MHz and filters out
high frequency noise and interference. For
waveforms above 20 MHz, the pushbutton
must be released to the 100 MHz position.
SINGLE TRACEDISPLAY
Either channel 1 or channel 2 maybe used for single-trace
operation. To observe a waveform on channel 1:
1. Perform the steps of the “Initial Starting Procedure”.
2. Connect the probe to the CH 1 (X) input jack.
3. Connect the probe ground clip to the chassis or common of the equipment under test. Connect the probe
tip to the point of measurement.
4. Move the CH1 AC/GND/DC switch out of the GND
position to either DC or AC.
5. If no waveforms appear, increase the sensitivity by
turning the CH 1 VOLTS/DIV control clockwise to a
position that gives 2 to 6 divisions vertical deflection.
6. Position the waveform vertically as desired using the
CH1 POSition control.
7. Thedisplayonthe CRT may be unsynchronized.Refer
to the “Triggering” paragraphs in this section for procedures on setting triggering and sweep time controls
to obtain a stable display showing the desired number
of waveforms.
DUAL TRACE DISPLAY
In observing simultaneous waveforms on channel 1 and
2, the waveforms are usually related in frequency, or one of
the waveforms is synchronized to the other, although the
basic frequencies are different. To observe two such related
waveforms simultaneously, perform the following:
1. Connect probes to both the CH 1 (X) and CH 2 (Y)
input jacks.
2. Connect the ground clips of the probes to the chassis
or common of the equipment under test. Connect the
tips of the probes to the two points in the circuit where
waveforms are to be measured.
12
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3. To view both waveforms simultaneously, set the
VERTical MODE switch to DUAL and select either
ALT (alternate) or CHOP with the PULL CHOP
switch.
4. In the ALT sweep mode (PULL CHOP switch
pushed in), one sweep displays the channel 1 signal
and the next sweep displays the channel 2 signal in an
alternating sequence. Alternate sweep is normally
used for viewing high-frequency or high-speed waveforms at sweep times of 1 ms/div and faster, but may
be selected at any sweep time.
5. In the CHOP sweep mode (PULL CHOP switch
pulled out), the sweep is chopped (switched) between
channel 1 and channel 2. Using CHOP, one channel
does not have to “wait” for a complete swept display
of the other channel. Therefore, portions of both channel’swaveformsaredisplayedwith the phase relationship between the two waveforms unaltered. Chop
sweep is normally used for low-frequency or lowspeed waveforms at sweep times of 1 ms/div and
slower; or where the phase relationship between channel 1 and channel 2 requires measurement.
If chop sweep is used at sweep times of 0.2 ms/div and
faster, the chop rate becomes a significant portion of
the sweep and may become visible in the displayed
waveform. However, you may select chop sweep at
any sweep time for special applications.
6. Adjust the channel 1 and 2
▲
POSition controls to
▼
place the channel 1 trace above the channel 2 trace.
7. Set the CH 1 and CH 2 VOLTS/DIV controls to a
position that gives 2 to 3 divisions of vertical deflection for each trace. If the display on the screen is
unsynchronized, refer to the “Triggering” paragraphs
in this section of the manual for procedures for setting
triggering and sweep time controls to obtain a stable
display showing the desired number of waveforms.
8. WhentheVERTicalMODEswitchissettoADD,the
algebraic sum of CH 1 + CH 2 is displayed as a single
trace. When the PULL INV switch is pulled out, the
algebraic difference of CH 1 – CH 2 is displayed.
9. Iftwowaveformshavenophaseorfrequencyrelationship, there is seldom reason to observe both waveforms simultaneously. However, these oscilloscopes
do permit the simultaneous viewing of two such unrelated waveforms, using alternate triggering. Refer to
the paragraphs on “Triggering - Trigger SOURCE
Switch”, for details on alternate triggering.
TRIGGERING
The Model 2190B Oscilloscope provides versatility in
sync triggering for ability to obtain a stable, jitter-free display in single-trace, or dual-trace operation. The proper
settings depend upon the type of waveforms being observed
and the type of measurement desired. An explanation of the
various controls which affect synchronization is given to
help you select the proper setting over a wide range of
conditions.
AUTO or NORM Triggering
1. In the AUTO triggering mode (PULL NORM TRIG
switch pushed in), automatic sweep operation is selected. In automatic sweep operation, the sweep generator free-runs to generate a sweep without a trigger
signal.However,it automatically switches totriggered
sweep operation if an acceptable trigger source signal
is present. The AUTO position is handy when first
settingupthescopeto observe a waveform; it provides
sweep for waveform observation until other controls
canbeproperly set.Oncethecontrols areset,operation
is often switched back to the normal triggering mode,
since it is more sensitive. Automatic sweep must be
used for dc measurements and signals of such low
amplitude that they will not trigger the sweep.
2. IntheNORMtriggering mode (PULL NORM TRIG
switch pulled out), normal triggered sweep operation
isselected.Thesweepremainsatrestuntiltheselected
trigger source signal crosses the threshold level set by
the TRIG LEVEL control. The trigger causes one
sweep to be generated, after which the sweep again
remainsat rest until triggered. In the normal triggering
mode, there will be no trace unless an adequate trigger
signal is present. In the ALT VERTICAL MODE of
dual-traceoperation with theSOURCEswitchalso set
to ALT, there will be no trace unless both channel 1
and channel 2 signals are adequate for triggering.
Typically, signals that produce even one division of
vertical deflection are adequate for normal triggered
sweep operation.
Trigger COUPLING Switch
1. The AC position is used for most waveforms except
video. The trigger signal is capacitvely coupled. Thus,
it blocks the dc component and references the “changing” portion of the waveform.
2. The TV H and TV V positions are primarily for
viewing composite video waveforms. Horizontal sync
pulses are selected as trigger when the trigger COU-
PLINGswitchissettothe TV H position, and vertical
sync pulses are selected as trigger when the trigger
COUPLING switch is set to the TV V position. The
TV H and TV V positions may also be used as low
frequency reject and high frequency reject coupling,
respectively. Additional procedures for observing video
waveforms are given later in this section of the manual.
13
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Trigger SOURCE Switch
The trigger SOURCE switch (CH 1, CH 2, etc.) selects
the signal to be used as the sync trigger.
1. If the SOURCE switch is set to CH 1 (or CH 2) the
channel 1 (or channel 2) signal becomes the trigger
source regardless of the VERTICAL MODE selection.CH 1,orCH2areoftenused as the triggersource
for phase or timing comparison measurements.
2. By setting the SOURCE switch to ALT, alternating
triggering mode is activated. In this mode, the trigger
source alternates between CH 1 and CH 2 with each
sweep. This is convenient for checking amplitudes,
waveshape, or waveform period measurements, and
even permits simultaneous observation of two waveforms which are not related in frequency or period.
However,thissetting is notsuitablefor phaseortiming
comparison measurements. For such measurements,
both traces must be triggered by the same sync signal.
Alternate triggering can only be used in dual-trace
mode (VERT MODE set to DUAL), and with alternate sweep only (PULL CHOP not engaged).
3. In the EXT position of the COUPLING switch, the
signal applied to the EXT TRIG jack becomes the
triggersource.Thissignalmusthaveatimingrelationship to the displayed waveforms for a synchronized
display.
4. In the LINE position of the COUPLING switch,
triggering is derived from the input line voltage
(50/60 Hz) and the trigger SOURCE switch is disabled. This is useful for measurements that are related
to line frequency.
TRIG LEVEL/PULL (–) SLOPE Control
(Refer to Fig. 2)
A sweep trigger is developed when the trigger source
signalcrossesapresetthreshold level. Rotation oftheTRIG
LEVEL control varies the threshold level. In the + direction
(clockwise), the triggering threshold shifts to a more positive value, and in the − direction (counterclockwise), the
triggering threshold shifts to a more negative value. When
the control is centered, the threshold level is set at the
approximate average of the signal used as the triggering
source. Proper adjustment of this control usually synchronizes the display.
The TRIG LEVEL control adjusts the start of the sweep
to almost any desired point on a waveform. On sine wave
signals, the phase at which sweep begins is variable. Note
that if the TRIG LEVEL control is rotated toward its
extreme + or − setting, no sweep will be developed in the
normal trigger mode because the triggering threshold exceeds the peak amplitude of the sync signal.
When the PULL (–) SLOPE control is set to the + (“in”)
position, the sweep is developed from the trigger source
waveform as it crosses a threshold level in a positive-going
direction. When the PULL (–) SLOPE control is set to the
− (“out”) position, a sweep trigger is developed from the
trigger source waveform as it crosses the threshold level in
a negative-going direction.
MAIN TIME BASE Control
Set the Main Time Base TIME/DIV control to display
the desired number of cycles of the waveform. If there are
too many cycles displayed for good resolution, switch to a
faster sweep time. If only a line is displayed, try a slower
sweep time. When the sweep time is faster than the waveform being observed,only part of it will be displayed, which
may appear as a straight line for a square wave or pulse
waveform.
HOLDOFF Control
(Refer to Fig. 3)
A “holdoff” period occurs immediately after the completion of each sweep, and is a period during which triggering
of the next sweep is inhibited. The normal holdoff period
varies with sweep rate, but is adequate to assure complete
retrace and stabilization before the next sweep trigger is
Slope “–” Range
Slope “+” Range
+
Level
–
Fig. 2. Function of Slope and Level Controls.
A. Holdoff not used
B. Holdoff used
Fig. 3. Use of HOLDOFF Control.
14
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
permitted. The HOLDOFF control allows this period to be
extended by a variable amount if desired.
This control is usually set to the MIN position (fully
counterclockwise) because no additional holdoff period is
necessary. The HOLDOFF control is useful when a complex series of pulses appear periodically such as in Fig. 4B.
Improper sync may produce a double image as in Fig. 4A.
Such a display could be synchronized with the VAR
SWEEP control, but this is impractical because time measurements are then uncalibrated. An alternate method of
synchronizing the display is with the HOLDOFF control.
The sweep speed remains the same, but the triggering of the
next sweep is “held off” for the duration selected by the
HOLDOFF control. Turn the HOLDOFF control clockwise from the MIN position until the sweep starts at the
same point of the waveform each time.
MAGNIFIED SWEEP OPERATION
Since merely shortening the sweep time to magnify a
portion of an observed waveform can result in the desired
portion disappearing off the screen, magnified display
should be performed using magnified sweep.
Using the POSition control, move the desired portion
of waveformto the center of the CRT.Pull out the PULL X10
knob to magnify the display ten times. For this type of display
the sweep time is the Main Time Base TIME/DIV control
setting divided by 10. Rotation of the POSition control can
then be used to select the desired portion of the waveforms.
3. Adjust the amount of vertical (Y axis) deflection with
the CH 2 VOLTS/DIV and VARIABLE controls.
4. Adjust the amount of horizontal (X axis) deflection
with the CH 1 VOLTS/DIV and VARIABLE controls.
VIDEO SIGNAL OBSERVATION
Setting the COUPLING switch to the TV-H or TV-V
position permits selection of horizontal or vertical sync
pulses for sweep triggering when viewing composite video
waveforms.
When the TV-H mode is selected, horizontal sync pulses
are selected as triggers to permit viewing of horizontal lines
of video. A sweep time of about 10 µs/div is appropriate for
displaying lines of video. The VAR SWEEP control can be
set to display the exact number of waveforms desired.
When the TV-Vmode is selected, verticalsync pulses are
selected as triggers to permit viewing of vertical fields and
frames of video. A sweep time of 2 ms/divis appropriate for
viewing fields of video and 5 ms/div for complete frames
(two interlaced fields) of video.
At most points of measurement, a composite video signal
is of the (−) polarity,that is, the sync pulses are negative and
the video is positive. In this case, use (− ) SLOPE. If the
waveform is taken at a circuit point where the video waveform is inverted, the sync pulses are positive and the video
is negative. In this case, use (+) SLOPE.
X−Y OPERATION
X−Y operation permits the oscilloscope to perform many
measurements not possible with conventional sweep operation. The CRT display becomes an electronic graph of two
instantaneous voltages. The display may be a direct comparison of the two voltages such as stereoscope display of
stereo signal outputs. However, theX−Y mode can be used
to graph almost any dynamic characteristic if a transducer is
used to change the characteristic (frequency, temperature,
velocity, etc.) into a voltage. One common application is frequencyresponse measurements, wheretheY axis correspondsto
signal amplitude and the X axis corresponds to frequency .
1. Set the SWEEP MODE switch to the X−Y position.
Set the Trigger Source and VERTical MODE
switches to X−Y.
2. In this mode, channel 1 becomes the X axis input and
channel 2 becomes the Y axis input. The X and Y
positionsarenowadjustedusingthe POSitionand
the channel 2 POSition controls, respectively.
DELAYED SWEEP OPERATION
(Refer to Fig. 4)
Delayed sweep operation is achieved by use of both the
main sweep and the delayed sweep and allows any portion
of a waveform to be magnified for observation. Unlike X10
magnification, delayed sweep allows selectable steps of
magnification.
1. SettheSweepMode switch to the MAIN position and
adjust the oscilloscope for a normal display.
2. Set the Sweep Mode switch to the MIX position. The
display will show the main sweep on the left portion
(representing the MAIN Time Base control setting)
and the delayed sweep on the right portion (representing the DELAY Time Base control setting). The
MAIN Time Base portion of the trace usually will be
brighter than the delayed time base portion. Fig. 4
shows a typical display for the MIX display mode.
15
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Delayed Sweep
100
90
3. Shift the percentage of the display that is occupied by
the main sweep by adjusting the DELAY TIME
POSition control. Counterclockwise rotation causes
more of the display to be occupied by the main sweep
and clockwise rotation causes more of the display to
be occupied by the delayed sweep.
4. Set the Sweep Mode switch to the DELAY position
to display only the magnified delayed sweep portion
of the display.
Main
10
0
Sweep
Fig. 4. MIX SWEEP MODE Display.
NOTE
In order to obtain meaningful results with
delayed sweep, the DELAY Time Base
control must set be set to a faster sweep
speed than the MAIN Time Base control.
Because of this, the oscilloscope automatically prevents (electrically) the DELAY
Time Base from being set to a slower
sweep speed than the MAIN Time Base.
Forexample,if the MAIN TimeBaseisset
to0.1ms/div,the slowestpossibleDELAY
TimeBasesweep speed is also 0.1ms/div,
even if the control is set slower.
APPLICATIONS GUIDEBOOK
B+K Precision offers a “Guidebook to Oscilloscopes”
which describes numerous applications for this instrument
and important considerations about probes. It includes a
glossary of oscilloscope terminology and an understanding
of how oscilloscopes operate. It may be downloaded free of
charge from our Web site,www.bkprecision.com.
16
MAINTENANCE
n
n
n
WARNING
The following instructions are for use by
qualifiedservicepersonnelonly. To avoid
electricalshock,donot perform any servicing other than contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified
to do so.
High voltage up to 12,000 V is present
when covers are removed and the unit is
operating. Remember that high voltage
may be retained indefinitely on high voltage capacitors. Also remember that ac
line voltage is present on line voltage
input circuits any time the instrument is
plugged into an ac outlet, even if turned
off. Unplug the oscilloscope and discharge high voltage capacitors before
performing service procedures.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
If the fuse blows, the “ON” indicator will not light and the
oscilloscope will not operate. The fuse should not normally
open unless a problem has developed in the unit. Try to
determine and correct the cause of the blown fuse, then
replace only with the correct value fuse. For 110/125 V line
voltage operation, use an 800 mA, 250 V fuse. For 220/240
Vlinevoltageoperation, use a 600 mA, 250 V fuse.Thefuse
is located on the rear panel adjacent to the power cord
receptacle.
Remove the fuseholder assembly as follows:
1. Unplug the power cord from rear of scope.
2. Insert a small screwdriver in fuseholder slot (located
between fuseholder and receptacle). Pry fuseholder
away from receptacle.
3. When reinstalling fuseholder, be sure that the fuse is
installed so that the correct line voltage is selected(see
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION).
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
To select the desired line voltage, simply insert the fuse
and fuse holder so that the appropriate voltage is pointed to
by the arrow. Be sure to use the proper value fuse (see label
on rear panel).
PERIODIC ADJUSTMENTS
Probe compensation and trace rotation adjustments
should be checked periodically and adjusted if required.
These procedures are given below.
Probe Compensation
1. Connectprobesto CH1andCH 2 input jacks.Perform
procedure for each probe, one probe at a time.
2. Set the probe to X10 (compensation adjustment is not
possible in the X1 position).
3. Touch tip of probe to CAL terminal.
4. Adjust oscilloscope controls to display 3 or 4 cyclesof
CAL square wave at 5 or 6 divisions amplitude.
5. Adjust compensation trimmer on probe for optimum
square wave (minimum overshoot, rounding off, and
tilt). Refer to Fig. 5.
Correct
Compensatio
Over
Compensatio
Insufficient
Compensatio
Fig. 5. Probe Compensation Adjustment.
Trace Rotation Adjustment
1. Set oscilloscope controls for a single trace display in
CH 1 mode, and with the channel 1 AC-GND-DC
switch set to GND.
2. Use the channel 1 POSition control to position the
trace over the center horizontal line on the graticule
scale. The trace should be exactly parallel with the
horizontal line.
3. UsetheTRACE ROTATION adjustmentonthefront
panel to eliminate any trace tilt.
17
MAINTENANCE
CALIBRATION CHECK
A general check of calibration accuracy may be made by
displaying the output of the CAL terminal on the screen.
Thisterminalprovidesasquarewave of 2 V p-p. This signal
should produce a displayed waveform amplitude of four
divisions at .5 V/div sensitivity for both channel 1 and 2
(with probes set for direct). With probes set for X10, there
should be four divisions amplitude at 50 mV/div sensitivity.
The VARIABLE controls must be set to CAL during this
check.
NOTE
The CAL signal should be used only as a
general check of calibration accuracy,not
as a signal source for performing recalibration adjustments; a voltage standard
calibrated at several steps and of 0.3% or
better accuracy is required for calibration
adjustments.
The CAL signal should not be used as a
time base standard.
INSTRUMENT REPAIR SERVICE
Because of the specialized skills and test equipment re-
quired for instrument repair and calibration, many customers prefer to rely upon B+K Precision for this service. To
use this service, even if the oscilloscope is no longer under
warranty, follow the instructions given in the SERVICE
INFORMATION portion of this manual. There is a flat rate
charge for instruments out of warranty.
18
APPENDIX
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR RISE TIME
AND FALL TIME MEASUREMENTS
Error in Observed Measurement
The observed rise time (or fall time) as seen on the CRT
is actually the cascaded rise time of the pulse being measured and the oscilloscope’sownrisetime.Thetwo rise times
are combined in square law addition as follows:
T
observed
=
2
(T ) +(T )
pulse
scope
2
The effect of the oscilloscope’s rise time is almost negligible when its rise time is at least 3 times as fast as that of
the pulse being measured. Thus, slower rise times may be
measured directly from the CRT. However, for faster rise
time pulses, an error is introduced that increases progressively as the pulse rise time approaches that of the oscilloscope. Accurate measurements can still be obtained by
calculation as described below.
Direct Measurements
The Model 2190B oscilloscope has a rated rise time of
3.5 ns. Thus, pulse rise times of about 11 ns or greater can
be measured directly. Most fast rise times are measured at
the fastest sweep speed and using X10 magnification. For
the Model 2190B, this sweep rate is 2 ns/div. A rise time of
less than about five divisions at this sweep speed should be
calculated.
Calculated Measurements
For observed rise times of less than 11 ns, the pulse rise
time should be caluclated to eliminate the error introduced
by the cascaded oscilloscope rise time. Calculate pulse rise
time as follows:
T
pulse
=
(T ) +(T )
observed
2
scope
2
Limits of Measurement
Measurements of pulse rise times that are faster than the
scope’srated rise time are not recommended because a very
small reading error introduces significant error into the
calculation. This limit is reached when the “observed” rise
time is about 1.3 times greater than the scope’s rated rise
time, about 4.5 ns minimum for the Model 2190B.
Probe Considerations
Forfastrise time measurementswhichapproachthelimits
of measurement, direct connection via 50 Ω coaxial cable
and 50 Ω termination is recommended where possible.
When a probe is used, its rise time is also cascaded in square
law addition. Thus the probe rating should be considerably
faster than the oscilloscope if it is to be disregarded in the
measurement.
19
LIMITED WARRANTY
B+K Precision Corp. warrants to the original purchaser that its product, and the component parts thereof, will be free from
defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
B+K Precision Corp. will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective product or component parts upon
delivery to an authorized B+K Precision service contractor or the factory service department, accompanied by proof of the
purchase date in the form of a sales receipt.
To obtain warranty coverage in the U.S.A., this productmust be registered by completing and mailing the enclosed warranty
registration card to B+K Precision, 1031 Segovia Circle, Placentia, CA 92870 within fifteen (15) days from the date of
purchase.
Exclusions: This warranty does not apply in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized
alterations or repairs. It is void if the serial number is altered, defaced or removed.
B+K Precision Corp. shall not be liable for any consequential damages, including without limitation damages resulting
from loss of use. Some states do not allow limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Warranty Service: Please return the product in the original packaging with dated proof of purchase to the address below.
Clearly state in writing the performance problem and return any leads, connectors, and accessories that you are using with the
device.
Non-Warranty Service: Return the product in the original packaging to the address below. Clearly state in writing the
performance problem and return any leads, connectors, and accessories that you are using with the device. Customers not on
open account must include payment in the form of a money order or credit card. For the most current flat-rate repair charges,
contact the factory before shipping the product.
Return all merchandise to B+K PrecisionCorp.withpre-paid shipping. The flat-rate repair chargeincludesreturn shipping
to locations in North America. For overnight shipments and non-North America shipping fees, contact B+K PrecisionCorp.
IMPORTANT
Includewiththe instrument your completereturnshipping address, contactname,phone number,and description ofproblem.
Service Department
B+K Precision Corp.
1031 Segovia Circle
Placentia, CA 92870
Phone (714) 237-9220
Fax (714) 237-9214
E-mail: service@bkprecision.com
20
INFORMATION
One of the best tutorials on oscilloscopes in the industry. Valuable to those with little knowledge
of oscilloscopes as well as the experienced technician or engineer who wishes
to refresh their memory or explore new uses for oscilloscopes.
Download your FREE copy
from our Web site
www.bkprecision.com
®
+
1031 Segovia Circle, Placentia, CA 92870
© 2000 B+K Precision Corp.
481-314-9-001 Printed in Taiwan
Loading...