Fluke 5800A User Manual

5800A

®

Oscilloscope Calibrator

Operators Manual

PN 686318
January 1998 Rev.1, 12/98

© 1998 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

LIMITED WARRANTY & LIMITATI O N OF LIABILITY

Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service. The warranty period is one year and begins on the date of shipment.
Parts, product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the
original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses,
disposable batteries or to any product which, in Fluke’s opinion, has been misused, altered,
neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Fluke
warrants that software will operate substantially in accordance with its functional specifications for
90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non-defective media. Fluke does not warrant
that software will be error free or operate without interruption.

Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user
customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke.
Warranty support is available if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or
Buyer has paid the applicable international price. Fluke reserves the right to invoice Buyer for
importation costs of repair/replacement parts when product purchased in one country is submitted
for repair in another country.

Fluke’s warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke’s option, to refund of the purchase price, free of
charge repair, or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke authorized
service center within the warranty period.

To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center or send the
product, with a description of the difficulty, postage and insurance prepaid (FOB Destination), to
the nearest Fluke authorized service center. Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit.
Following warranty repair, the product will be returned to Buyer, transportation prepaid (FOB
Destination). If Fluke determines that the failure was caused by misuse, alteration, accident or
abnormal condition of operation or handling, Fluke will provide an estimate of repair costs and
obtain authorization before commencing the work. Following repair, the product will be returned to
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ARISING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, RELIANCE OR
ANY OTHER THEORY.

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exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and exclusions of
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enforceability of any other provision.

Fluke Corporation Fluke Europe B.V.
P.O. Box 9090 P.O. Box 1186
Everett, WA 98206-9090 5602 BD Eindhoven
U.S.A. The Netherlands

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SAFETY TERMS IN THIS MANUAL

This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC publicat ion
1010-1 (1992-1), Safety Requirements for Electrical Measuring, Control and Labor atory
Equipment, and ANSI/ISA-S82.01-1994, and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-92. This User
Manual contains information, warning, and caut ions t hat must be followed to ensure
safe operation and to maintain the instrument in a safe condition. Use of this equipment
in a manner not specified herein may impair the pr ot ection provided by the equipment.

This instrument is designed for IEC 1010-1 Inst allation Category II use. It is not
designed for connection to circuits rated over 4800 VA.

WARNING statements identify condit ions or practices that could result in personal injury
or loss of life.

CAUTION statements identify conditions or pr act ices t hat could result in damage to
equipment.

SYMBOLS MARKED ON EQUIPMENT

WARNING Risk of electric shock. Refer to the manual (see the Index for

references).

GROUND Ground terminal to chassis (earth).

Attention Refer to the manual (s ee t he Index for references). This

symbol indicates that information about usage of a feature is contained in
the manual.

AC POWER SOURCE

The instrument is intended to operate from an ac power source that will not apply more
than 264V ac rms between the supply conductors or bet ween eit her supply conductor
and ground. A protective ground connection by way of the grounding conductor in the
power cord is required for safe operation.

USE THE PROPER FUSE

To avoid fire hazard, for fuse replacement use only t he specified unit: 100 or 120 V
operation, 2 ampere/250 volt time delay; 200 or 240 V oper ation, 1 ampere/250 volt time
delay.

GROUNDING THE INSTRUMENT

The instrument utilizes controlled overvoltage techniques that require the instrument to
be grounded whenever normal mode or common mode ac volt ages or t r ansient voltages
may occur. The enclosure must be grounded through t he gr ounding conductor of the
power cord, or through the rear panel gr ound binding post .

USE THE PROPER POWER CORD

Use only the power cord and connector appropriate for the voltage and plug
configuration in your country.

Use only a power cord that is in good condition.
Refer power cord and connector changes to qualified service personnel.

DO NOT OPERATE IN EXPLOSIVE ATM O SPHERES

To avoid explosion, do not operate the instrument in an atmosphere of explosive gas.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER DURING OPERATION

To avoid personal injury or death, do not remove the instrument cover without first
removing the power source connected to the rear panel. Do not operate the instrument
without the cover properly installed. Norm al calibration is accomplished with the cover
closed. Access procedures and the warnings for such procedures ar e cont ained both in
this manual and in the Service Manual. Service procedur es ar e f or qualified service
personnel only.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE IF PROTECTION MAY BE IMPAIRED

If the instrument appears damaged or operates abnormally, protection may be impair ed.
Do not attempt to operate t he inst r um ent under these conditions. Refer all questions of
proper instrument operation to qualif ied service personnel.

Table of Contents

Chapter Title Page

1 Introduction and Specifications........................................................ 1-1

1-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 1-3

1-2. Operation Overview............................................................................. 1-4

1-3. Local Operation ............................................................................... 1-4

1-4. Remote Operation (RS-232) ............................................................ 1-4

1-5. Remote Operation (IEEE-488)......................................................... 1-5

1-6. Where To Go from Here ...................................................................... 1-5

1-7. Instruction Manuals.............................................................................. 1-6

1-8. 5800A Operators Manual................................................................. 1-6

1-9. 5800A Service Manual..................................................................... 1-6

1-10. Specifications....................................................................................... 1-6

1-11. General Specifications..................................................................... 1-8

1-12. Voltage Output Specifications......................................................... 1-9

1-13. Edge Specifications.......................................................................... 1-10

1-14. Leveled Sine Wave Specifications................................................... 1-11

1-15. Time Marker Specifications............................................................. 1-12

1-16. Wave Generator Specifications........................................................ 1-13

1-17. Pulse Generator Specifications........................................................ 1-14

1-18. Trigger Signal Specifications (Pulse Function)............................... 1-14

1-19. Trigger Signal Specifications (Time Marker Function) .................. 1-15

1-20. Trigger Signal Specifications (Edge Function)................................ 1-15

1-21. Trigger Signal Specifications (Square Wave Voltage Function)..... 1-15

1-22. Trigger Signal Specifications........................................................... 1-15

1-23. Tunnel Diode Drive Capability........................................................ 1-15

1-24. Oscilloscope Input Resistance Measurement Specifications........... 1-15

1-25. Oscilloscope Input Capacitance Measurement Specifications........ 1-16

1-26. Overload Measurement Specifications............................................ 1-16

1-27. External Reference Input Specifications.......................................... 1-16

1-28. Auxiliary Input/Output Specifications............................................. 1-16

2 Preparing for Operation..................................................................... 2-1

2-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 2-3

2-2. Unpacking and Inspection.................................................................... 2-3

2-3. Replacing The Fuse.............................................................................. 2-3

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2-4. Selecting Line Voltage......................................................................... 2-4

2-5. Connecting To Line Power................................................................... 2-4

2-6. Service Information.............................................................................. 2-6

2-7. Placement and Rack Mounting............................................................. 2-7

2-8. Cooling Considerations........................................................................ 2-7

3 Features.............................................................................................. 3-1

3-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 3-3

3-2. Front Panel Features............................................................................. 3-3

3-3. Rear Panel Features.............................................................................. 3-3

3-4. Setup Softkey Menu Trees................................................................... 3-10

4 Front Panel Operation ....................................................................... 4-1

4-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 4-3

4-2. Turning on the Calibrator..................................................................... 4-3

4-3. Warming up the Calibrator................................................................... 4-4

4-4. Using the Softkeys................................................................................ 4-4

4-5. Using the Setup Menu.......................................................................... 4-4

4-6. Using the Instrument Setup Menu ................................................... 4-5

4-7. Utility Functions Menu.................................................................... 4-5

4-8. Using the Format EEPROM Menu.............................................. 4-6

4-9. Resetting the Calibrator........................................................................ 4-6

4-10. Using the Operate and Standby Modes................................................ 4-7

4-11. Connecting the Calibrator to the UUT................................................. 4-7

4-12. Starting the Calibrator.......................................................................... 4-7

4-13. The Output Signal............................................................................ 4-8

4-14. Editing and Error Output Settings........................................................ 4-8

4-15. Adjusting the Output Signal............................................................. 4-9

4-16. Keying in a Value........................................................................ 4-9

4-17. Adjusting Values with the Rotary Knob ..................................... 4-9

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4-18. Using

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4-19. Displaying the Output Error............................................................. 4-10

4-20. Resetting the Calibrator................................................................... 4-11

4-21. Calibrating the Voltage Amplitude on an Oscilloscope....................... 4-11

4-22. The VOLTAGE Function ................................................................ 4-11

4-23. The V/DIV Menu............................................................................. 4-12

4-24. Shortcuts for Setting the Voltage Amplitude................................... 4-12

4-25. The TRIG (Trigger) Menu............................................................... 4-13

4-26. Oscilloscope Amplitude Calibration Procedure .............................. 4-13

4-27. Calibrating the Pulse and Frequency Response on an Oscilloscope.... 4-14

4-28. The Edge Function........................................................................... 4-14

4-29. The TRIG (Trigger) Menu............................................................... 4-15

4-30. Oscilloscope Pulse Response Calibration Procedure....................... 4-16

4-31. Pulse Response Calibration Using a Tunnel Diode Pulser.............. 4-17

4-32. The Leveled Sine Wave Function.................................................... 4-18

4-33. Shortcuts for Setting the Frequency and Voltage............................ 4-19

4-34. The MORE OPTIONS Menu........................................................... 4-19

4-35. Sweeping Through a Frequency Range........................................... 4-20

4-36. Oscilloscope Frequency Response Calibration Procedure.............. 4-21

4-37. Calibrating the Time Base of an Oscilloscope..................................... 4-22

4-38. The Time Marker............................................................................. 4-23

4-39. The TRIG (Trigger) Menu............................................................... 4-24

4-40. Time Base Marker Calibration Procedure for an Osciloscope........ 4-24

4-41. Testing the Trigger............................................................................... 4-25

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4-42. Testing Video Triggers......................................................................... 4-26

4-43. Verifying Pulse Capture....................................................................... 4-27

4-44. The TRIG (Trigger) Menu............................................................... 4-29

4-45. Measuring Input Impedance and Capacitance...................................... 4-29

4-46. Input Impedance Measurement........................................................ 4-30

4-47. Input Capacitance Measurement...................................................... 4-30

4-48. Testing Overload Protection................................................................. 4-31

4-49. Using Auxiliary Input (AUXIN).......................................................... 4-32

4-50. Setting the Output Channel.................................................................. 4-33

4-51. Using an External Reference................................................................ 4-33

5 Remote Operation.............................................................................. 5-1

5-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 5-4

5-2. Setting up the IEEE-488 Port for Remote Control............................... 5-4

5-3. IEEE-488 Port Setup Procedure....................................................... 5-7

5-4. Testing the IEEE-488 Port............................................................... 5-8

5-5. Setting up the RS-232 Host Port for Remote Control.......................... 5-11

5-6. RS-232 Host Port Setup Procedure.................................................. 5-11

5-7. Testing the RS-232 Host Port.......................................................... 5-13

5-8. Testing RS-232 Host Port Operation using a Terminal............... 5-13

5-9. Testing RS-232 Host Port Operation using Visual Basic............ 5-15

5-10. Setting up the RS-232 UUT Port for Remote Control ......................... 5-16

5-11. RS-232 UUT Port Setup Procedure................................................. 5-16

5-12. Testing the RS-232 UUT Port via RS-232 Host Port ...................... 5-17

5-13. Testing RS−232 UUT Port Operation via a Terminal................. 5-19

5-14. Testing RS-232 UUT Port Operation using Visual Basic........... 5-20

5-15. Testing the RS-232 UUT Port via IEEE-488 Port........................... 5-21

5-16. Changing between Remote and Local Operation................................. 5-23

5-17. Local State ....................................................................................... 5-23

5-18. Local with Lockout State................................................................. 5-23

5-19. Remote State.................................................................................... 5-23

5-20. Remote with Lockout State.............................................................. 5-23

5-21. RS-232 Interface Overview.................................................................. 5-24

5-22. IEEE-488 Interface Overview.............................................................. 5-25

5-23. Using Commands................................................................................. 5-28

5-24. Types of Commands ........................................................................ 5-28

5-25. Device−Dependent Commands................................................... 5-28

5-26. Common Commands ................................................................... 5-29

5-27. Query Commands........................................................................ 5-29

5-28. Interface Messages (IEEE-488)................................................... 5-29

5-29. Compound Commands................................................................. 5-31

5-30. Coupled Commands..................................................................... 5-31

5-31. Overlapped Commands................................................................ 5-32

5-32. Sequential Commands................................................................. 5-32

5-33. Commands that Require the Calibration Switch to be Enabled.. 5-32

5-34. Commands for RS-232 Only....................................................... 5-32

5-35. Commands for IEEE-488 Only.................................................... 5-33

5-36. Command Syntax............................................................................. 5-34

5-37. Parameter Syntax Rules............................................................... 5-34

5-38. Extra Space or Tab Characters .................................................... 5-35

5-39. Terminators.................................................................................. 5-36

5-40. Incoming Character Processing................................................... 5-36

5-41. Response Message Syntax........................................................... 5-37

5-42. Checking 5800A Status........................................................................ 5-38

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5-43. Serial Poll Status Byte (STB) .......................................................... 5-38

5-44. Service Request (SRQ) Line........................................................ 5-40

5-45. Service Request Enable Register (SRE)...................................... 5-40

5-46. Programming the STB and SRE.................................................. 5-41

5-47. Event Status Register (ESR)............................................................ 5-41

5-48. Event Status Enable (ESE) Register............................................ 5-41

5-49. Bit Assignments for the ESR and ESE........................................ 5-41

5-50. Programming the ESR and ESE.................................................. 5-42

5-51. Instrument Status Register (ISR)..................................................... 5-43

5-52. Instrument Status Change Registers............................................ 5-43

5-53. Instrument Status Change Enable Registers................................ 5-43

5-54. Bit Assignments for the ISR, ISCR, and ISCE............................ 5-43

5-55. Programming the ISR, ISCR, and ISCE...................................... 5-45

5-56. Output Queue................................................................................... 5-45

5-57. Error Queue...................................................................................... 5-46

5-58. Remote Program Examples.................................................................. 5-46

5-59. Guidelines for Programming the Calibrator..................................... 5-46

5-60. Writing an SRQ and Error Handler ................................................. 5-47

5-61. Using *OPC?, *OPC, and *WAI..................................................... 5-48

5-62. Taking an Impedance Measurement................................................ 5-48

5-63. Using the RS-232 UUT Port to Control an instrument.................... 5-49

5-64. Input Buffer Operation..................................................................... 5-49

6 Remote Commands........................................................................... 6-1

6-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 6-3

6-2. Command Summary by Function......................................................... 6-3

6-3. Summary of Commands and Queries................................................... 6-8

7 Maintenance....................................................................................... 7-1

7-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 7-3

7-2. Replacing the Line Fuse....................................................................... 7-3

7-3. Cleaning the Air Filter.......................................................................... 7-4

7-4. General Cleaning.................................................................................. 7-6

7-5. Verification Tables............................................................................... 7-6

7-6. DC Voltage Verification.................................................................. 7-6

7-7. AC Voltage Amplitude Verification................................................ 7-7

7-8. AC Voltage Frequency Verification................................................ 7-8

7-9. Wave Generator Amplitude Verification: 1 MΩ Output Impedance 7-8
7-10. Wave Generator Amplitude Verification: 50Ω Output Impedance. 7-9
7-11. Wave Generator Frequency Verification: 1 MΩ Output Impedance 7-10

7-12. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Amplitude..................................... 7-10

7-13. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Frequency..................................... 7-10

7-14. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Harmonics.................................... 7-11

7-15. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Flatness ........................................ 7-12

7-16. Edge Verification: Amplitude.......................................................... 7-18

7-17. Edge Verification: Frequency.......................................................... 7-18

7-18. Edge Verification: Duty Cycle......................................................... 7-18

7-19. Edge Verification: Rise Time .......................................................... 7-19

7-20. Tunnel Diode Pulser Verification.................................................... 7-19

7-21. Marker Generator Verification ........................................................ 7-19

7-22. Pulse Generator Verification: Period............................................... 7-20

7-23. Pulse Generator Verification: Pulse Width...................................... 7-20

7-24. Input Impedance Verification: Resistance....................................... 7-20

7-25. Input Impedance Verification: Capacitance..................................... 7-20

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8 Options...............................................................................................8-1

8-1. Introduction..........................................................................................8-3

8-2. 5800A-5 Option....................................................................................8-3

9 Accessories........................................................................................9-1

9-1. Introduction .........................................................................................9-3

9-2. Rack Mount Kit ....................................................................................9-3

9-3. IEEE-488 Interface Cables ..................................................................9-4

9-4. RS-232 Null-Modem Cables ..............................................................9-4

9-5. RS-232 Modem Cables ........................................................................9-4

Appendices

AGlossary......................................................................................................A-1

BASCII and IEEE-488 Bus Codes................................................................B-1

CZiatech ZT-1444A Jumper and DIP Switch Positions................................C-1

DRS-232/IEEE-488 Cables and Connectors.................................................D-1

E Creating a Visual Basic Test Program........................................................E-1

F Error Message.............................................................................................F-1

Index

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List of Tables

Table Title Page

1-1. Voltage Output Specifications............................................................................... 1-9

1-2. Edge Specifications............................................................................................... 1-10

1-3. Leveled Sine Wave Specifications ........................................................................ 1-11

1-4. Time Marker Specifications.................................................................................. 1-12

1-5. Wave Generator Specifications............................................................................. 1-13

1-6. Pulse Generator Specifications.............................................................................. 1-14

1-7. Trigger Signal Specifications (Pulse Function)..................................................... 1-14

1-8. Trigger Signal Specifications (Time Marker Function)........................................ 1-15

1-9. Trigger Signal Specifications (Edge Function)..................................................... 1-15

1-10. Trigger Signal Specifications (Square Wave Voltage Function).......................... 1-15

1-11. TV Trigger Signal Specifications.......................................................................... 1-15

1-12. Tunnel Diode Drive Capability ............................................................................. 1-15

1-13. Oscilloscope Input Resistance Measurement Specifications................................. 1-15

1-14. Oscilloscope Input Capacitance Measurement Specifications.............................. 1-16

1-15. Overload Measurement Specifications.................................................................. 1-16

1-16. Auxiliary Input Performance................................................................................. 1-16

2-1. Standard Equipment............................................................................................... 2-3

2-2. Line Power Cord Types Available from Fluke...................................................... 2-6

3-1. Front Panel Features.............................................................................................. 3-4

3-2. Rear Panel Features............................................................................................... 3-9

3-3. Factory Default Settings for the SETUP Menus ................................................... 3-20

4-1. Factory Defaults for SETUP.................................................................................. 4-6

4-2. Keys That Exit Error Mode................................................................................... 4-8

5-1. Operating State Transitions................................................................................... 5-24

5-2. RS-232 Interface Wiring........................................................................................ 5-24

5-3. RS-232 Emulation of IEEE-488 Messages............................................................ 5-25

5-4. IEEE-488 Interface Messages (Receive ).............................................................. 5-30

5-5. Interface Messages (Send)..................................................................................... 5-31

5-6. Commands for RS-232 Only.................................................................................. 5-33

5-7. Commands for IEEE-488 Only.............................................................................. 5-33

5-8. Units Accepted in Parameters and Used in Responses.......................................... 5-34

5-9. Terminator Characters........................................................................................... 5-36

5-10. Response Data Types............................................................................................. 5-37

5-11. Status Register Summary....................................................................................... 5-38

6-1. Command Summary by Function .......................................................................... 6-3

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6-2. SCOPE Command Parameters............................................................................... 6-32

7-1. Replacement Fuses ................................................................................................ 7-3

7-2. DC Voltage Verification........................................................................................ 7-6

7-3. AC Voltage Amplitude Verification...................................................................... 7-7

7-4. AC Voltage Frequency Verification...................................................................... 7-8

7-5. Wave Generator Amplitude Verification (into 1 MΩ output impedance)............ 7-8

7-6. Wave Generator Amplitude Verification (into 50 Ω impedance)......................... 7-9

7-7. Wave Generator Frequency Verification (into 1 MΩ Impedance)........................ 7-10

7-8. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Amplitude .......................................................... 7-10

7-9. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Frequency........................................................... 7-10

7-10. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Harmonics.......................................................... 7-11

7-11. Leveled Sinewave Verification: Flatness.............................................................. 7-12

7-12. Edge Verification: Amplitude................................................................................ 7-18

7-13. Edge Verification: Frequency................................................................................ 7-18

7-14. Edge Verification: Duty Cycle.............................................................................. 7-18

7-15. Edge Verification: Rise Time................................................................................ 7-19

7-16. Tunnel Diode Pulser Verification.......................................................................... 7-19

7-17. Marker Generator Verification.............................................................................. 7-19

7-18. Pulse Generator Verification: Period..................................................................... 7-20

7-19. Pulse Generator Verification: Pulse Width ........................................................... 7-20

7-20. Input Impedance Verification: Resistance............................................................. 7-20

7-21. Input Impedance Verification: Capacitance .......................................................... 7-20

9-1. Options and Accessories........................................................................................ 9-3

D-1. IEEE-488 Connection Cables................................................................................ D-1

D-2. Serial Port Connection Cables............................................................................... D-2

F-1. Error Message Format ........................................................................................... F-1

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Figure Title Page

1-1. 5800A Multi-Product Calibrator............................................................................ 1-3

1-2. RS-232 Remote Connections................................................................................. 1-5

1-3. 5800A Calibrator Dimensional Outline................................................................. 1-7

2-1. Accessing the Fuse and Selecting Line Voltage.................................................... 2-5

2-2. Line Power Cord Types Available from Fluke...................................................... 2-6

3-1. Front Panel View................................................................................................... 3-4

3-2. Rear Panel View.................................................................................................... 3-9

3-3. SETUP Softkey Menu Tree................................................................................... 3-11

3-4. SETUP Softkey Menu Displays ............................................................................ 3-12

4-1. Oscilloscope connection: channel ......................................................................... 4-7

4-2. Tunnel Diode Pulser Connections......................................................................... 4-17

5-1. Typical IEEE-488 Remote Control Connections................................................... 5-5

5-2. Typical RS-232 Remote Control Connections...................................................... 5-6

5-3. Testing the IEEE-488 Port..................................................................................... 5-8

5-4. Testing the RS-232 Host Port................................................................................ 5-13

5-5. Testing the RS-232 UUT Port via the RS-232 Host Port...................................... 5-18

5-6. Testing the RS-232 UUT Port via IEEE-488 Port................................................. 5-21

5-7. IEEE-488 Remote Message Coding ...................................................................... 5-27

5-8. Status Register Overview....................................................................................... 5-39

5-9. Serial Poll Status Byte (STB) and Service Request Enable (SRE) ....................... 5-40

5-10. Event Status Register (ESR) and Event Status Enable (ESE)............................... 5-42

5-11. Bit Assignments for the ISR, ISCEs and ISCRs.................................................... 5-44

7-1. Accessing the Fuse ................................................................................................ 7-4

7-2. Accessing the Air Filter......................................................................................... 7-5

C-1. IEEE-488 Single-Board Configuration (non-MET/CAL) ..................................... C-2

C-2. IEEE-488 Dual-Board Configuration, Port 0, Electronic Key .............................. C-3

C-3. IEEE-488 Dual Board Configuration, Port 0, No Electronic Key......................... C-3

C-4. IEEE-488 Dual Board Configuration, Port 1, Electronic Key............................... C-4

C-5. IEEE-488 Dual Board Configuration, Port 1, No Electronic Key......................... C-4

D-1. IEEE-488 Connector Pinout (connection side)...................................................... D-1

D-2. SERIAL 1 FROM HOST Port Connector Pinout.................................................. D-2

D-3. SERIAL 2 TO UUT Port Connector Pinout (connection side) ............................. D-2

D-4. Serial Port Connections (DB-9/DB-9)................................................................... D-3

D-5. Serial Port Connections (DB-9/DB-25)................................................................. D-4

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Introduction and Specifications

Title Page

1-1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 1-3

1-2. Operation Overview............................................................................. 1-4

1-3. Local Operation ............................................................................... 1-4

1-4. Remote Operation (RS-232) ............................................................ 1-4

1-5. Remote Operation (IEEE-488)......................................................... 1-5

1-6. Where To Go from Here ...................................................................... 1-5

1-7. Instruction Manuals.............................................................................. 1-6

1-8. 5800A Operators Manual................................................................. 1-6

1-9. 5800A Service Manual..................................................................... 1-6

1-10. Specifications....................................................................................... 1-6

1-11. General Specifications..................................................................... 1-8

1-12. Voltage Output Specifications......................................................... 1-9

1-13. Edge Specifications.......................................................................... 1-10

1-14. Leveled Sine Wave Specifications................................................... 1-11

1-15. Time Marker Specifications............................................................. 1-12

1-16. Wave Generator Specifications........................................................ 1-13

1-17. Pulse Generator Specifications........................................................ 1-14

1-18. Trigger Signal Specifications (Pulse Function)............................... 1-14

1-19. Trigger Signal Specifications (Time Marker Function) .................. 1-15

1-20. Trigger Signal Specifications (Edge Function)................................ 1-15

1-21. Trigger Signal Specifications (Square Wave Voltage Function)..... 1-15

1-22. Trigger Signal Specifications........................................................... 1-15

1-23. Tunnel Diode Drive Capability........................................................ 1-15

1-24. Oscilloscope Input Resistance Measurement Specifications........... 1-15

1-25. Oscilloscope Input Capacitance Measurement Specifications........ 1-16

1-26. Overload Measurement Specifications............................................ 1-16

1-27. External Reference Input Specifications.......................................... 1-16

1-28. Auxiliary Input/Output Specifications............................................. 1-16

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1-1. Introduction

The Fluke Model 5800A Oscilloscope Calibrator (Figure 1-1) is a precise instrument that
calibrates analog and digital oscilloscopes. Specifications are provided in this chapter.

To prevent electric shock or other possible injuries, t he 5800A
Calibrator must be operated in the way specif ied by this manual
or other documentation provided by Fluke. To avoid personal
injury and equipment damage, do not apply signal s t o any
output terminal.

Features of the 5800A Calibrator include the following:

• Automatic meter error calculation.

• X and D keys that change the output value to pre-determined cardinal values

for various functions.

• Programmable entry limits that prevent invalid amounts from being entered.

• Edge, Leveled Sine, Pulse, Marker, and Wave Generation modes.

Warning

Introduction and Specifications

Introduction

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• Accurate oscilloscopic input impedance measurement.

• Tunnel Diode Pulse compatibility.

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OUTPUT

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20V PK

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AUX
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Figure 1-1. 5800A Oscilloscope Calibrator

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1-2. Operation Overview

• External reference.

• Auxiliary input.

• 5-channel output (5-channel option). The 5-channel option allows you to calibrate up

to five oscilloscope channels simultaneously without changing cables.

• Simultaneous output of a signal and a trigger signal.

• 600 MHz, Leveled Sine wave output.

• Standard IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface, complying with ANSI/IEEE Standards

488.1-1987 and 488.2-1987.

• EIA Standard RS-232-C serial data interface for printing, displaying, or transferring

internally stored calibration constants, and for remote control of the 5800A.

• Pass-through RS-232-C serial data interface for communicating with the Unit Under

Test (UUT).

• Extensive automatic internal self testing and diagnostics of analog and digital

functions.

The 5800A Calibrator may be operated at the front panel in the local mode, or remotely

using RS-232 or IEEE-488 ports. For remote operations, several software options are
available to integrate 5800A operation into a wide variety of calibration requirements.

1-3. Local Operation

Typical local operations include front panel connections to the Unit Under Test (UUT),

and then manual keystroke entries at the front panel to place the calibrator in the desired
output mode. The front panel layout facilitates hand movements from left to right, and
multiply and divide keys make it easy to step up or down at the press of a single key.
The backlit liquid crystal display is easy to read from many different viewing angles and
lighting conditions, and the large, easy-to-read keys are color-coded and provide tactile
feedback when they are pressed.

1-4. Remote Operation (RS-232)

The Calibrator has two rear-panel serial data RS-232 ports: SERIAL 1 FROM HOST,

and SERIAL 2 TO UUT (Figure 1-2). Each port is dedicated to serial data
communications for operating and controlling the 5800A during calibration procedures.
For complete information on remote operations, see Chapter 5.

The SERIAL 1 FROM HOST serial data port connects a host terminal or personal

computer to the 5800A. You have several choices for sending commands to the 5800A:
you can enter commands from a terminal (for example, using the Terminal accessory
from Windows using a PC), you can write your own programs using BASIC, or you can
run optional Windows-based software such as 5500/CAL or MET/CAL. The 5500/CAL
software includes more than 200 example procedures covering a wide range of test tools
the 5800A can calibrate. (See Chapter 6 for a discussion of the RS-232 commands.)

The SERIAL 2 TO UUT serial data port connects a UUT to a PC or terminal via the

5800A (see Figure 1-2). This “pass-through” configuration eliminates the requirement
for two COM ports at the PC or Terminal. A set of four commands control the operation
of the SERIAL 2 TO UUT serial port. See Chapter 6 for a discussion of the UUT_*
commands.

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Introduction and Specifications

Where To Go from Here

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SERIAL 1 FROM HOST port

5800A

SERIAL 2

TO UUT port

RS-232 Remote Operation using the

SERIAL 1 FROM HOST port

SERIAL 1 FROM HOST port

5800A

RS-232 Remote Operation using the

SERIAL 1 FROM HOST and

SERIAL 2 TO UUT ports

Figure 1-2. RS-232 Remote Connections

COM port

PC or Terminal

COM port

PC or Terminal

Unit Under Test

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1-5. Remote Operation (IEEE-488)

The 5800A rear panel IEEE-488 port is a fully programmable parallel interface bus

meeting standard IEEE-488.1 and supplemental standard IEEE-488.2. Under the remote
control of an instrument controller, the 5800A Calibrator operates exclusively as a

“talker/listener.” You can write your own programs using the IEEE-488 command set or
run the optional Windows-based MET/CAL software. (See Chapter 6 for a discussion of
the commands available for IEEE-488 operation.)

1-6. Where To Go from Here

To locate specific information concerning the installation and operation of the 5800A

calibrator, refer to the following list:

• Unpacking and setup: see Chapter 2

• Installation and rack mounting: see Chapter 2 and the rack mount kit instruction

sheet

• AC line power and interface cabling: see Chapter 2,

• Controls, indicators, and displays: see Chapter 3

• Front panel operation: see Chapter 4

• Cabling to a UUT (Unit Under Test): see Chapter 4

• Using the auxiliary amplifier: see Chapter 4

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1-7. Instruction Manuals

1-8. 5800A Operators Manual

• Remote operation (IEEE-488 or serial): see Chapter 5

• Accessories to the 5800A Calibrator: see Chapter 9

• Instrument specifications: see Chapter 1

The 5800A Manual Set provides complete information for operators and service or

maintenance technicians. The set includes:

• 5800A Operators Manual (PN 686318)

• 5800A Service Manual (PN 689411)

The operator manual ships with the instrument. The 5800A Service Manual is optional.

Order additional copies of the manuals separately using the part number provided. For
ordering instructions, refer to the Fluke Catalog, or ask a Fluke sales representative (see
Chapter 2 for more information).

This 5800A Operators Manual provides complete information for installing the 5800A

Oscilloscope Calibrator and operating it from the front panel keys and in remote
configurations. This manual also provides a glossary of calibration, specifications, and
error code information. The 5800A Operators Manual includes the following topics:

• Installation

• Operating controls and features, including front panel operation

• Remote operation (IEEE-488 bus or serial port remote control)

• Serial port operation (printing, displaying, or transferring data, and setting up for

serial port remote control)

• Operator maintenance, including verification procedures and calibration approach

for the 5800A

• Accessories

• Error Messages

1-9. 5800A Service Manual

The 5800A Service Manual can be ordered through your local Fluke Sales or Service

representative (see Chapter 2 for more information). The 5800A Service Manual
includes: appropriate theory of operation, performance testing, maintenance, calibration,
parts lists, and schematic diagrams.

1-10. Specifications

The following paragraphs describe the details for the 5800A specifications. All

specifications are valid after allowing a warm-up period of 30 minutes, or twice the time
the 5800A has been turned off. (For example, if the 5800A has been turned off for 5
minutes, the warm-up period is 10 minutes.)

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All specifications apply for the temperature and time period indicated. For temperatures

outside of tcal + 5 °C (tcal is the ambient temperature when the 5800A was calibrated),
the temperature coefficient is less than 0.1 times the 1-year specification per °C (limited
to 0 °C - 50 °C).

Introduction and Specifications

Specifications

If you ordered the GHz Option, the following specification tables are superseded by the
tables with the same headings in Chapter 8:

• Voltage Output Specifications

• Edge Specifications

• Leveled Sine Wave Specifications

• Pulse Generator Specifications

• Oscilloscope Input Capacitance Measurement Specifications

Refer to Figure 1-3 for the dimensional outline of the 5800A Calibrator.

43.2 cm (17 in)

CALIBRATOR

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1

CHAN 1

EXT TRIG

130V
PEAK
MAX

CHAN 1-5

CHAN 3

AUX
INPUT

OUTPUT

20V PK

MAX

20V PK

MAX

EXT TRIG

20V PK

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CHAN 4

CHAN 5

MAX

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17.8 cm
(7 in)

47.0 cm (18.5 in) 6.4 cm
(2.5 in)

For Cable

Access

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Figure 1-3. 5800A Calibrator Dimensional Outline

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1-11. General Specifications

Warmup Time Twice the time since last warmed up, to a maximum of 30 minutes
Settling Time 5 seconds or faster for all functions and ranges
Standard Interfaces IEEE-488 (GPIB), RS-232
Temperature Performance Operating: 0 °C to 50 °C

Calibration (tcal): 15 °C to 35 °C
Storage: -20 °C to 70 °C

Electromagnetic
Compatibility

Temperature Coefficient Temperature Coefficient for temperatures outside tcal +5 °C is 0.1X/°C of

Relative Humidity Operating: <80 % to 30 °C, <70 % to 40 °C,<40 % to 50 °C

Altitude Operating: 3,050 m (10,000 ft) maximum

Safety Designed to comply with IEC 1010-1 (1992-1); ANSI/ISA-S82.01-1994;

Analog Low Isolation 20 V
EMC Complies with EN 61326-1
Line Power Line Voltage (selectable): 100 V, 120 V, 220 V, 240 V

Power Consumption 250 VA

Designed to operate in Standard Laboratory environments where the
Electromagnetic environment is highly controlled. If used in areas with
Electromagnetic fields >1 V/m, there could be errors in output values.

1-year specification.

Storage: <95 %, noncondensing

Nonoperating: 12,200 m (40,000 ft) maximum

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-92

Line Frequency: 47 to 63 Hz
Line Voltage Variation: +10 % about line voltage setting

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Dimensions Height: 17.8 cm (7 inches), standard rack increment, plus 1.5 cm

(0.6 inch) for feet on bottom of unit;
Width: 43.2 cm (17 inches), standard rack width
Depth: 47.3 cm (18.6 inches) overall.

Weight 20 kg (44 pounds)

Introduction and Specifications

1-12. Voltage Output Specifications

Note

If you ordered the GHz Option, the following specification table is
superseded by the table with the same heading in Chapter 8.

Table 1-1. Voltage Output Specifications

Amplitude Characteristics

DC Signal Square Wave Signal [1]

50 Ω Load 1 MΩ Load 50 Ω Load 1 MΩ Load

Adjustment Range (continuous)

1-Year Absolute Uncertainty,
tcal ± 5 °C

Adjustment Sequence 1-2-5 (e.g., 10 mV, 20 mV, 50 mV)

0 V to ±6.6 V 0 V to ±130 V ±1 mV to

±6.6 V p-p

± (0.25 %

of output +
40 µV)

± (0.025 %
of output +
25 µV)

± (0.25 %
of output +
40 µV)

Specifications

±1 mV to
±130 V p-p

± (0.05 %

of output +
5 µV) [2]

1

Resolution

1 mV to 24.999 mV
25 mV to 109.99 mV
110 mV to 2.1999 V

2.2 V to 10.999 V

11 V to 130 V

Square Wave Frequency Characteristics

Range 10 Hz to 10 kHz
1-Year Absolute Uncertainty,

tcal ± 5 °C

Typical Aberration (from 50 %
of leading/trailing edge)

25 mV to 130 V: within 4 µs
10 mV to 25 mV: within 8 µs
1 mV to 10 mV: within 14 µs

[1] Positive or negative, zero-referenced square wave.
[2] Above 1 kHz, ± (0.25 % of output + 40 µV).

< (0.5 % of output + 100 µV)

1 µV

10 µV

100 µV

1 mV

10 mV

± (1 ppm of setting)

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1-13. Edge Specifications

Note

If you ordered the GHz Option, the following specification table is
superseded by the table with the same heading in Chapter 8.

Table 1-2. Edge Specifications

Edge Characteristics into 50 Ω Load

Rise Time 250 ps [1] ± 50 ps
Amplitude Range (p-p) 4.0 mV to 2.5 V ± (2 % of output + 200 µV)
Resolution 4 digits
Adjustment Range ± 10 % around each sequence

value (indicated below)

Sequence Values 5 mV, 10 mV, 25 mV, 50 mV,

60 mV, 80 mV, 100 mV, 200 mV,
250 mV, 300 mV, 500 mV, 600 mV,

1 V, 2.5 V
Frequency Range 1 kHz to 10 MHz ± (1 ppm of setting)
Typical Jitter, edge to trigger < 5 ps (p-p)
Leading Edge Aberrations[2] within 2 ns from 50 % of rising

edge

2 to 5 ns

5 to 15 ns < (1 % of output + 2 mV)

after 15 ns < (0.5 % of output + 2 mV)

1-Year Absolute

Uncertainty, tcal ± 5 °C

< (3 % of output + 2 mV)

< (2 % of output + 2 mV)

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Typical Duty Cycle 45 % to 55 %
[1] Frequency range above 2 MHz has rise time specification 300 ps typical.
[2] Below 250 mV, the leading edge aberrations are typical. All readings are referenced to a Tek

TDS820 8 GHz scope or a Tek 11801 mainframe with an SD26 or SD22 option.

1-14. Leveled Sine Wave Specifications

Note

If you ordered the GHz Option, the following specification table is
superseded by the table with the same heading in Chapter 8.

Table 1-3. Leveled Sine Wave Specifications

Introduction and Specifications

Specifications

1

Leveled Sine

Wave

Characteristics

into 50 Ω

Amplitude Characteristics

Range (p-p) 5 mV to 5.5 V
Resolution < 100 mV:3 digits

Adjustment
Range

1-Year Absolute
Uncertainty,
tcal ± 5 °C

Flatness [1]
(relative to
50 kHz)

Short-Term
Amplitude
Stability

50 kHz

(reference)

≥ 100 mV:4 digits
continuously adjustable

± (2 % of
output +
300 µV)

not applicable ± (1.5 % of

50 kHz to

100 MHz

± (3.5 % of
output +
300 µV)

output +
100 µV)

Frequency Range

100 MHz to

300 MHz

± (4 % of
output +
300 µV)

± (2 % of
output+
100 µV)

≤ 1 %[2]

300 MHz

to 500

MHz

± (5.5 % of
output +
300 µV)

± (3.5 % of
output +
100 µV)

500 MHz to

600 MHz

± (6 % of
output +
300 µV)

± (4 % of
output +
100 µV)

Frequency Characteristics

Resolution 10 kHz
1-Year Absolute

Uncertainty,
tcal ± 5 °C

Distortion Characteristics [3]

2nd Harmonic ≤ -33 dBc
3rd and Higher

Harmonics
[1] As measured near Oscilloscope bandwidth frequency.

[2] Within one hour after reference amplitude setting, provided temperature varies no more than ± 5 °C.
[3] Harmonics above 500 MHz are typical.

± 1 ppm

≤ -38 dBc

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1-15. Time Marker Specifications

Note

If you ordered the GHz Option, the following specification table is
superseded by the table with the same heading in Chapter 8.

Table 1-4. Time Marker Specifications

Time Marker into 50 Ω 5 s to

50 ms

Wave Shape spike or

square
Typical Output Level > 1 V pk [1] > 1 V pk [1] > 1 V pk [1] >1 V pk [1] > 1 V p-p
Typical Jitter (p-p) <10 ppm < 1 ppm < 1 ppm <1 ppm <1 ppm
Sequence 5-2-1 from 5 s to 2 ns (e.g., 500 ms, 200 ms, 100 ms )
Adjustment Range At least ± 10 % around each sequence value indicated above.
Amplitude Resolution 4 digits
1-Year Absolute

Uncertainty, tcal ± 5 °C [3]

[1] Typical rise time of square wave and 20%-pulse (20 % duty cycle pulse) is < 1.5 ns.
[2] With 10 MHz external reference selected, the uncertainty becomes that of the external clock plus

5 µHz.

[3] Time marker uncertainty is ±50 ppm when measured off of cardinal points:

5 s, 2 s, 1 s, 500 ms, 200 ms, 100 ms, 50 ms, 20 ms, 10 ms, 5 ms, 2 ms, 1 ms, 500 µs, 200 µs,
100 µs, 50 µs, 20 µs, 10 µs, 5 µs, 2 µs, 1 µs, 500 ns, 200 ns, 100 ns, 50 ns, 20 ns, 10 ns, 5 ns,
2 ns

± (2.5 ppm
+ 5 µHz) [2]

20 ms to

100 ns

spike, square,
or 20%-pulse

± 1 ppm ± 1 ppm ± 1 ppm ± 1 ppm

50 ns to

20 ns

spike or
square

10 ns 5 ns to

square or
sine

sine

2 ns

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1-16. Wave Generator Specifications

Table 1-5. Wave Generator Specifications

Introduction and Specifications

Specifications

1

Wave Generator

Characteristics

Amplitude

Range into 1 MΩ: 1.8 mV to 55 V p-p

1-Year Absolute Uncertainty,
tcal ± 5 °C, 10 Hz to 10 kHz

Sequence 1-2-5 (e.g., 10 mV, 20 mV, 50 mV) 1-2-5 (e.g., 10 mV, 20 mV, 50 mV)
Typical DC Offset Range 0 to ± (≥40 % of p-p amplitude) [1] 0 to ± (≥40 % of p-p amplitude) [1]
Ramp Linearity [2] better than 0.1 % 10 Hz to 10 kHz

Frequency

Range 0.01 Hz to 100 kHz 0.01 Hz to 100 kHz
Resolution 4 or 5 digits depending upon

1-Year Absolute Uncertainty,
tcal ± 5 °C [3]

[1] The DC offset plus the wave signal must not exceed 30 V rms.
[2] Applies to the 10 % to 90 % of the triangle waveform 500 mV p-p to 10 V p-p.
[3] Uncertainty below 10 Hz is typical.
[4] With 10 MHz external reference selected, the uncertainty becomes that of the external clock plus 5
µHz.

Square Wave and Sine Wave

into 50 Ω or 1 MΩ

into 1 MΩ: 1.8 mV to 55 V p-p

into 50 Ω: 1.8 mV to 2.5 V p-p

± (3 % of p-p output + 100 µV) ± (3 % of p-p output + 100 µV)

frequency
± (2.5 ppm + 5 µHz) [4] ± (2.5 ppm + 5 µHz) [4]

into 50 Ω: 1.8 mV to 2.5 V p-p

4 or 5 digits depending upon
frequency

Triangle Wave

into 50 Ω or 1 MΩ

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1-17. Pulse Generator Specifications

Pulse Generator Characteristics Positive pulse into 50 Ω

Rise Time 500 ps typical
Available Amplitudes (typical) 1.5 V, 600 mV, 150 mV, 60 mV, 15 mV

Pulse Width

Range [1] 1 ns to 500 ns
Uncertainty 5 % ±200 ps

Pulse Period

Pulse width  1 ns 20 ms to 200 ns

Note

If you ordered the GHz Option, the following specification table is
superseded by the table with the same heading in Chapter 8.

Table 1-6. Pulse Generator Specifications

1 ns = Pulse width = 9.9 ns 20 ms to 200 ns
10 ns = Pulse width = 79.9 ns 20 ms to 1 µs

80 ns = Pulse width = 500 ns 20 ms to 10 µs
Resolution 4 or 5 digits depending upon frequency and width
1-Year absolute Uncertainty, tcal ± 5°C ± 1 ppm

Pulse Skew with Trigger [3]

Range [2] +30 ns to -10 ns with 250 ps resolution
Uncertainty ± 500 ps
[1] May generate pulses below 1 ns but pulse width accuracy is not specified.

[2] Assumes that trigger used in divide by 1 mode. Other divide modes are not specified.
[3] Pulse skew measured from 30% of trigger signal amplitude to 30% of pulse amplitude range.

1-18. Trigger Signal Specifications (Pulse Funct ion)

Table 1-7. Trigger Signal Specifications (Pulse Function)

Pulse Period Division Ratio Amplitude into 50 Ω (p-p) Typical Rise Time

20 ms to 200 ns off/1/10/100 ≥ 1 V ≤ 2 ns

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1-19. Trigger Signal Specifications (Ti me Marker Function)

Table 1-8. Trigger Signal Specifications (Time Marker Function)

Time Marker Period Division Ratio Amplitude into 50 Ω (p-p) Typical Rise Time

5 s to 750 ns off/1 ≥ 1 V ≤ 2 ns

34.9 ms to 7.5 ns off/1/10 ≥ 1 V ≤ 2 ns

34.9 ms to 2 ns off/1/10/100 ≥ 1 V ≤ 2 ns

1-20. Trigger Signal Specifications (Edge Functi on)

Table 1-9. Trigger Signal Specifications (Edge Function)

Specifications

1

Edge Signal

Frequency

1 kHz to 10 MHz off/1 ≥ 1 V ≤ 2 ns 40 ns

Division

Ratio

Typical Amplitude

into 50 Ω (p-p)

Typical Rise Time Typical Lead Time

1-21. Trigger Signal Specifications (Square Wave Volt age Function)

Table 1-10. Trigger Signal Specifications (Square Wave Voltage Function)

AC Voltage

Frequency

10 Hz to 10 kHz off/1 ≥ 1 V ≤2 ns 1 µs

Division

Ratio

Typical Amplitude

into 50 Ω (p-p)

Typical Rise Time Typical Lead Time

1-22. Trigger Signal Specifications

Table 1-11. TV Trigger Signal Specifications

Trigger Signal Type Parameters

Frame Formats Selectable NTSC, SECAM, PAL, PAL-M
Polarity Positive or negative
Amplitude into 50 Ω (p-p) Adjustable 0 to 1.5 V p-p into 50 ohm load, (±7 % accuracy)
Line Marker Selectable Line Video Marker

1-23. Tunnel Diode Drive Capability

Table 1-12. Tunnel Diode Drive Capability

TD Pulse Drive Square wave at 100 Hz to 100 kHz with variable amplitude of 60 V to 100 V p-p

1-24. Oscilloscope Input Resistance Measurement Specifications

Table 1-13. Oscilloscope Input Resistance Measurement Specifications

Scope Input Selected 50 Ω 1 MΩ

Measurement Range 40 Ω to 60 Ω 500 kΩ to 1.5 MΩ
Uncertainty 0.1 % 0.1 %

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1-25. Oscilloscope Input Capacitance Measurement Specifications

Scope Input Selected 1 MΩ

Measurement Range 5 pF to 50 pF
Uncertainty ± (5 % of input + 0.5 pF) [1]
[1] Measurement made within 30 minutes of capacitance zero reference.

1-26. Overload Measurement Specifications

Note
If you ordered the GHz Option, the following specification table is
superseded by the table with the same heading in Chapter 8.

Table 1-14. Oscilloscope Input Capacitance Measurement Specifications

The Overload test function applies dc or ac (1 kHz square wave) power into the 50 Ω
oscilloscope input and monitors the current. A time measurement counter indicates the
time duration of the applied overload signal. When the input protection circuit reacts and
opens up the 50 Ω load, the calibrator indication is set to ‘off’ on the right hand display.

In order to prevent front end damage to the oscilloscope, a limited amount of energy is
applied by a user selectable time limit.

Table 1-15. Overload Measurement Specifications

Source

Voltage

5 V to 9 V 100 mA to 180 mA 10 mA setable 1 s to 60 s

Typical ‘On’ current

indication

Typical ‘Off’ current

indication

Maximum Time Limit DC or

(1 kHz)

1-27. External Reference Input Specifications

The External Reference Input selection allows the user to provide their own high
stability 10 MHz reference clock for the 5800A for all functions except the Wave
Generator function. For all other modes, the frequency stability is determined by the
external reference stability. The external reference input must be between 1 to 5 V p-p

1-28. Auxiliary Input/Output Specifications

Maximum input voltage into the auxiliary input is 40 V p-p.

Table 1-16. Auxiliary Input Performance

Channel

Configuration

1-Channel < 600 MHz ≤ 1.1 dB ≤ 1.2:1
1-Channel 600 MHz to 1 GHz ≤ 1.3 dB ≤ 1.4:1
1-Channel 1 GHz to 2.0 GHz ≤ 2.0 dB ≤1.7:1

Frequency Typical Loss Typical VSWR

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5-Channel < 600 MHz ≤ 1.1 dB ≤ 1.2:1
5-Channel 600 MHz to 1 GHz ≤ 1.3 dB ≤ 1.4:1
5-Channel 1 GHz to 2.0 GHz ≤ 2.0 dB ≤1.7:1