METRIX OX 7042, OX7046, OX7102, OX7104, OX7202 User Guide

SCOPIX III

Portable Oscilloscopes 40MHz 2-channel OX 7042 60MHz 2-channel OX 7062 100MHz 2-channel OX 7102 100MHz 4-channel OX 7104 200MHz 2-channel OX 7202 200MHz 4-channel OX 7204

User’s Manual

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	General Instructions
Contents
General instructions	Chapter I
General ...................................................................................................	4
Software updating.................................................................................	7
Description of the instrument	Chapter II
Presentation .........................................................................................	9
Views ....................................................................................................	10
Terminal Boards..................................................................................	11
Activation .............................................................................................	16
Battery ..................................................................................................	17
Using the menus .................................................................................	19
Network ................................................................................................	19
Micro SD Card .....................................................................................	23
Description of Accessories	Chapter III
HX0061 ...............................................................................................	28
HX0063 ...............................................................................................	28
PROBIX ...............................................................................................	29
HX0030 ..................................................................................	30
HX0031 ..................................................................................	31
HX0032 ..................................................................................	32
HX0033 ..................................................................................	33
HX0034 ..................................................................................	34
HX0035 ..................................................................................	35
HX0036 ..................................................................................	36
HX0072 ..................................................................................	37
HX0073 ..................................................................................	38
Recommendations for use .................................................................	40
Oscilloscope Mode	Chapter IV
Keys......................................................................................................	42
Display..................................................................................................	47
Menus
"Vertical" menu .................................	54
"Trigger" menu .................................	66
"Horizontal" menu .................................	77
"Display" menu .................................	82
"Measurement" menu .................................	84
"Memory" menu .................................	89
"Utilities" menu .................................	92
"Help" menu .................................	99
Multimeter Mode	Chapter V
Keys....................................................................................................	102
Display................................................................................................	104
Menus.................................................................................................	107
"Vertical" menu ...............................	108
"Trigger" menu ...............................	110
"Horizontal" menu ...............................	111
"Display" menu ...............................	111
"Measurement" menu ...............................	113
"Memory" menu ...............................	116
"Utilities" menu ...............................	116
"Help" menu ...............................	116

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Harmonic Analysis Mode	Chapter VI
Display................................................................................................	118
Menus
"Vertical" menu ...............................	122
"Horizontal" menu ...............................	124
"Display" menu ...............................	125
"Measure" menu ...............................	125
"Memory" menu ...............................	126
"Utilities" menu ...............................	126
"Help" menu ...............................	126
Recorder Mode	Chapter VII
Keys....................................................................................................	128
Display................................................................................................	131
Menus
"Vertical" menu ...............................	139
"Trigger" menu ...............................	140
"Horizontal" menu ...............................	145
"Display" menu ...............................	146
"Measurement" menu ...............................	147
"Memory" menu ...............................	149
" Utilities" menu ...............................	152
"Help" menu ...............................	154
HTTP and FTP Server	Chapitre VIII
General ...............................................................................................	156
ScopeNet............................................................................................	157
ScopeAdmin ......................................................................................	167
PolicyTool ..........................................................................................	169
FTP Server .........................................................................................	170
Applications	Chapter IX
Display of the calibration signal...........................................................	171
Automatic measurements ...................................................................	173
Cursor measurements ........................................................................	174
Phase offset measurement with cursor...............................................	174
Automatic phase measurement ..........................................................	174
Manual phase measurement...............................................................	175
Videosignal display..............................................................................	175
Examination of a specific TV line ........................................................	177
Automatic measurement in “Harmonic Analysis” Mode ......................	178
“ROLL” Mode display of slow phenomena ..........................................	180
Min/Max Acquisition ............................................................................	181
Measurement in “Multimeter” Mode....................................................	183
Measurement in “Recorder” Mode......................................................	184
ETHERNET network application examples ........................................	188
File transfer .........................................................................................	188
Hard copy on network printer ..............................................................	189
Installation of a FTP server .................................................................	190
”Virtual Printers” ..................................................................................	194
Technical Characteristics	Chapter X
Specifications.........................................................................	200 to 217
General & Mechanical Specifications	Chapter XI
Specifications ...................................................................................	218
Supply	Chapter XII
Supply ...............................................................................................	219
Index
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General Instructions

General Instructions

Introduction

Precautions and safety measures

Congratulations ! You have just purchased a portable digital oscilloscope. Thank you for your trust in the quality of our products.

Here is the family of instruments to which it belongs:

SCOPIX II OX 7042

monochrom

2-channel

40 MHz

2,5 GS/s sample

or color

SCOPIX II OX 7062

monochrom

2-channel

60 MHz

2,5 GS/s sample

or color

SCOPIX II OX 7102

color

2-channel

100 MHz

2,5 GS/s sample

SCOPIX II OX 7104

color

4-channel

100 MHz

2,5 GS/s sample

SCOPIX II OX 7202

color

2-channel

200 MHz

2,5 GS/s sample

SCOPIX II OX 7204

color

4-channel

200 MHz

2,5 GS/s sample

All instruments in this range are equipped with Micro SD card.

This oscilloscope also offers the following modes:

∙Multimeter mode

∙Harmonic Analyser mode (option)

∙Recorder mode (option)

∙Other possible options, see p. 7 Check our website regularly.

It complies with safety standard NF EN 61010-1 (2001), double insulation, relative to electronic measuring instruments.

For optimum service, read this manual carefully and comply with the operating precautions.

Non-compliance with the warnings and/or operating instructions might damage the instrument and/or its components and could prove dangerous for the user.

∙This instrument has been designed for use:

-indoors

-in an environment with pollution level 2,

-at an altitude of less than 2000 m,

-at a temperature between 0°C and 40°C

-with relative humidity of less than 80% up to 31°C.

∙The safety of any system integrating the apparatus concerns the responsibility of the assembler of the system.

∙It can be used for measurements on circuits 600V CAT III, 1000V CAT II in relation to earth and can be powered by a 98 to 264V mains network, with an external power supply. However, some accessories can lead you to use this instrument on circuits of lower voltage and category.

Conform the given values when connecting the accessory.

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General Instructions (cont’d)

Precautions and safety measures (cont’d)

before use

during use

Definition of measurement categories

Symbols used on the instrument

∙Comply with environmental and storage conditions.

∙External power supply : it must be connected to the instrument and to the mains network (from 98 to 264 VAC). Make sure that it is in good working conditions.

∙Read carefully all the notes preceded by the symbol .

∙The instrument power supply is equipped with an electronic protection system which is reset automatically when the fault is eliminated.

∙Be sure not to obstruct the ventilation holes.

∙As a safety measure, use only suitable cords and accessories supplied with the instrument or approved by the manufacturer.

CAT I : CAT I circuits are circuits protected by low level transient overvoltage limiters

Example: protected electronic circuits

CAT II : CAT II circuits are household or similar appliance power circuits, which may carry medium-level transient over-voltage.

Example: household appliance and portable tool power supplies

CAT III : CAT III circuits are high-power appliance power circuits, which may carry high-level transient over-voltage.

Example: industrial machinery or instrument power supplies

CAT IV : CAT IV circuits are circuits which can carry very substantial transient over-voltage.

Example: power feeders

Warning: Risk of danger.

Refer to the operating manual to find out the nature of the potential hazards and the action necessary to avoid such hazards.

Earth

Dual insulation

Selective sorting of waste for recycling electric and electronic materials.

In accordance with the WEEE 2002/96/EC directive: must not be treated as household waste.

Application or withdrawal not authorized for non-insulated conductors carrying

dangerous voltage levels

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General Instructions (cont'd)

Warranty

Maintenance and metrological verification

Unpacking -

Repacking

Repair

This equipment is guaranteed for 3 years against any defect in materials or workmanship, in accordance with the general terms and conditions of sale.

It can only be repaired by the manufacturer. The manufacturer reserves the right to carry out repair or replacement of all or part of the equipment. If the equipment is returned to the manufacturer, initial transport costs shall be borne by the customer.

The warranty does not apply following:

∙unsuitable use of the equipment or use with other incompatible equipment

∙modification of the equipment without explicit authorization from the manufacturer’s technical services

∙repair carried out by a person not certified by the manufacturer

∙adaptation to a specific application, not provided for in the definition of the equipment or by the operating manual

∙an impact, a fall or a flooding.

Before the equipment is opened, it must be disconnected from the mains supply and the measurement circuits, and the operator must not become charged with any static electricity. This could cause the destruction of internal parts.

Any adjustment, servicing or repair of the unit under power must be undertaken only by qualified personnel, after reading the instructions in this manual.

A qualified person is a person who is familiar with the installation, its construction, its use and the hazards that exist. They are authorized to activate and deactivate the installation and equipment, in compliance with the safety instructions.

As for all surveying equipment, yearly metrological checks are necessary. These checks can also be done as part of preventative maintenance.

Information and contact details : contact your nearest distributor.

All the equipment was verified mechanically and electrically before shipping.

When you receive it, carry out a quick check to detect any damage that may have occurred during transport. If necessary, contact our sales department immediately and register any legal reservations with the carrier.

In the event of reshipping, it is preferable to use the original package. Indicate the reasons for the return as clearly as possible in a note attached to the equipment.

For all repairs before or after expiry of warranty, please return the device to your distributor.

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General instructions (cont'd)

Cleaning	∙	Turn the instrument off.
	∙	Clean it with a damp cloth and soap.
	∙	Never use abrasive products or solvents.
	∙	Allow to dry before any further use.

Update the instrument's internal software

∙Log on to the www.chauvin-arnoux.com website.

∙In the "Support" section, select "Download Center".

∙Download the "firmware" corresponding to your instrument model.

∙Also download the installation instructions for this firmware.

∙Refer to these instructions to update your instrument.

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument

	This manual describes the operation of an OX 7204 oscilloscope.
	OX 7xx4 : the adjustment of the 4 channels is accessible by the opposite keys.
	OX7xx2 : the adjustment of the 2 channels is accessible by the opposite keys.
	This instrument is part of our range of portable oscilloscopes.
Presentation
	Its special feature is that it groups 4 instruments into one:

FFT	Digital
function	Oscilloscope

Harmonic

Analyzer

	Multimeter	∙ DC voltage measurement
		∙ AC voltage measurement
	OX 7042
		(RMS)
	OX 7062
		∙ Current measurement for
	OX 7102
		clamps
	OX 7104
		∙ Resistance measurement
	OX 7202
		∙ Condenser measurement
	OX 7204
		∙ Diode test
	Recorder

∙ Continuity test

∙ Temperature measurement PT100 or TCK

∙a digital oscilloscope for laboratory use, intended for the analysis of the signals encountered in electronics and electrical engineering

∙an 8,000-count multimeter

∙a "harmonic" analyzer, for breaking down 4 signals (or 2) (option)

∙a recorder, designed to capture single or slow signals (option)

All the channels are insulated from one another for measurements on 600V CAT III, 1000V CAT II installations with appropriated PROBIX accessories while complying with the standard IEC 61010-1 (2001).

The instrument works with a constant acquisition depth of 2500 counts.

Memory management is organized using a "Windows®"-type file system.

A large LCD screen is used to view the signals applied, along with all the settings.

The main control functions are directly accessible using the keys on the front panel and can be modified using a touch-sensitive pad with the stylus supplied.

A graphical interface similar to a PC's is used to:

∙select the advanced functions by means of drop-down menus and the touch-sensitive pad

∙act directly on the objects (curves, cursors, etc.) displayed on the screen.

This means that the settings can be modified.

This instrument is completed by :

USB via HX0084 adapter

ETHERNET

CENTRONICS (option)

RS232 via HX0042 cable (option)

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

OX 7202

Front Panel

Rear Panel

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

OX 7204

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Stylus

Strap

Fans

Stand

Cover of the battery pack

Using the stand The oscilloscope is equipped with a tilt-stand, allowing easy viewing while placed on a benchtop.

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Markings on rear panel

TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DISCONNECT LEADS, PROBES AND

POWER SUPPLY BEFORE REMOVING COVER

ONLY REPLACE WITH

9.6V NiMH CUSTOM PACK

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Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Side view

Marking

Communication

Interfaces

« Wallplug » power supply input

« Micro SD-Card »		Calibration
location		probe

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Measurement terminal block

OX 7202

Marking

1

4

OX 7204

Marking

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Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Front (description)

1 On/Standby/Off

key

1touch-sensitive pad and stylus

The main functions of the instrument are accessible on the front panel and can be modified using the touch-sensitive pad (with its stylus) or the menu bar.

∙power on by a short press

∙switch the instrument to standby (yellow LED flashing inside the key) by one short press. A second press on the key reactivates the instrument.

∙power off by a long press (> 3 s):

-the recording time of the files and configuration is < 15 s.

-In certain cases, the standby of the instrument is effective 45 s. after a long press on this key.

If the instrument is not equipped with a battery, never disconnect the instrument from the mains while the message "System shut down : Please wait before switch off power" is displayed on the screen. Otherwise, the current file and all the files previously saved will be lost.

These can be used for:

selection of menus, validation of functions,

movement of symbols appearing on the LCD screen.

∙The menus at the top of the screen and the submenus selected by the pointer open and are validated with the stylus.

∙The menus in the curve display area,

the command area the status area

can be opened with the stylus.

∙ The stylus can move the symbols displayed in:

1. the main display area: trigger position position of cursors

reference of the traces displayed

2. the bargraph:

trigger position position of cursors

position of zoomed area in the acquisition memory

4 "operating mode" keys

Place the pointer on the symbol to be moved and keep the stylus pressing down while you move it to the required position.

∙It is possible to use the stylus to zoom in the display area: drag to create a rectangle.

You can select the operating mode of the instrument by pressing one of these 4 keys:

"oscilloscope" "multimeter"

"harmonic analyser" (option) "recorder" (option)

28 keys only active	Shortcut access to the most common functions: see chapter on "The Keys" for
when pressed	the "Oscilloscope", "Multimeter", “Harmonic Analyser” and “Recorder” modes.

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Initial operation of the oscilloscope

Fuse

Starting up

The portable oscilloscopes in this range are designed to operate on a power source delivering 98 to 264 V (ACrms) or in stand-alone mode with a battery.

The instruments are delivered with a mains adapter, an external power supply (battery charger) and an Ni-MH battery (9.6 V ; 4 A/h).

Type: time delay, 2.5 A, 250 V, 5 x 20 mm

The external power supply is equipped with a protection fuse that must only be replaced with an identical model.

Replacement must only be performed by qualified personnel.

Contact your nearest service centre.

∙Connect the 4-point lead of the external power supply to the "'DC-Input" socket located on the side of the oscilloscope.

Do not insert any metal objects into this lead.

∙Connect the mains lead from the external power supply to the external power supply.

The POWER LED on the adapter lights up, indicating that it is live. The CHARGE LED flashes, indicating:

∙the absence of the battery or

∙slow charging of the battery, if it is present in the oscilloscope.

Press the instrument's ON switch: it lights on and then a clock is displayed on the screen during the start-up sequence.

The message "Instrument start-up" is displayed.

The oscilloscope is then ready for use.

By default, the "Advanced" mode is not active (see page 98).

external power supply

The symbol

in the display area for the current value means that

the instrument is connected to the mains supply.

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Description of the instrument (cont'd)

To prevent any electric shocks, remove the Probix adapters and the external power supply lead before installing or replacing the battery.

∙ Using a coin or a screwdriver, turn by a quarter turn (anticlockwise) the 2 plastic screws located on the cover of the battery compartment located at the rear of the instrument

∙ Lift the cover of the battery compartment by inserting the coin under the slot at the top of the cover.

∙ Then connect the 4-point battery connector to the connector located inside the battery compartment of the oscilloscope, taking care to respect the failsafe systems.

∙ Position the battery inside the oscilloscope compartment (battery wires at the bottom of the oscilloscope's battery compartment).

∙ Close the cover of the battery compartment and lock it by turning the 2 plastic screws by one quarter turn (clockwise).

			Screw
			Cover
			Battery
			Battery
			compartment
			Lower
			casing
Changing the			Follow the same procedure and make sure that the replacement battery
batterie			model is identical to the original one.
			The oscilloscope contains a Ni-MH battery. The flat battery must be
			handed over to a recycling firm or a company specialized in the treatment
			of dangerous waste materials. Never dispose of the battery with other
			solid waste.
			For further information, contact your nearest service centre.
			When the oscilloscope is delivered, the battery may be discharged and
			require a complete recharge. Full charging of the battery will then take
			about two and a half hours, with the oscilloscope switched off.

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Charging the battery

Once the battery is located in its compartment, follow the external power supply start-up instructions.

∙To speed up recharging of the battery, switch off the power to the oscilloscope by a long press on the ON/OFF button.

∙Battery fully discharged: during the first 10 minutes, the CHARGE LED of the external power supply flashes, indicating that the battery is slow-charging. The CHARGE LED then lights up when it switches to fast-charging.

During the loading of the battery (after 15 min), the startup of the oscilloscope causes the premature stop of the load. It is possible to restart the loading while disconnecting, then reconnecting the charger.

The LED goes out when the battery is fully charged (approx. 2h30).

	Charging the	When the oscilloscope is connected to the mains via the external power supply,
	battery while	it is possible to perform slow-charging of the battery.
	using the	The CHARGE LED of the external power supply lights up. Full recharging of a
	oscilloscope
		totally discharged battery then takes approx. five hours and a half. The LED
		goes out when the battery is fully charged.

Frequently recharging a battery when it is not fully discharged reduces its life span.

Powering the

When the oscilloscope is powered by a battery, an charge status indicator is

instrument with

included in the display area of the current value:

the battery

the battery is 100 % charged

the battery is 80 % charged

the battery is 60 % charged, etc.

this symbol indicates that there are only a few minutes more,

so you are advised to recharge it or switch to the mains supply.

The battery is totally flat and the screen is about to be

deactivated. You must either recharge the battery or connect the

instrument to the external power supply.

If you change battery, a complete battery charge and discharge cycle (until the

instrument is automatically deactivated when discharging has finished) is

essential to calibrate this indicator.

To maintain the battery in good condition, use the oscilloscope at least

until the level					before recharging.

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Using the menus

Network

The various instrument parameters can be accessed via menus.

The rules for using, selecting and modifying an option are identical to those defined by Microsoft Windows.

To input a numerical value (time base, alignment, etc.), a double click on the numerical field brings up a virtual keyboard:

		The window title indicates the adjustment
		in process and the measurement unit
		Numerical value being input
Erase		Pressing on one of these keys initialises
		the input field with the min. or max. value
key		of the parameter
		Use the E key followed by an exponent
		to indicate a power of 10
	Exit the window, validating
	(or cancelling) the value
	entered

Configuration of the "Network" interface (ETHERNET).

This interface uses the same connector (USB/RS232/ETHERNET), located on the right-hand side of the instrument, and requires a specific ETHERNET / RJ 45 cable.

General principles of the ETHERNET network

Addressing

ETHERNET physical addresses

ETHERNET and TCP/IP (Transmission Protocol/Internet Protocol) are used to communicate on a company's network.

Each piece of equipment under TCP/IP has a physical address (ETHERNET) and an Internet address (IP).

A physical or ETHERNET address, stored in ROM or PAL, identifies each item of equipment on the network. The physical address enables the equipment to determine the source of data "packet" transmission.

The physical address is a number coded over 6 bytes represented in hexadecimal form. Hardware manufacturers procure physical addresses and allocate them incrementally when the product is manufactured. The physical addresses cannot be modified.

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

IP addresses An IP address is coded over 4 bytes, displayed in decimal format.

( Example: 132.147.250.10). Each field may be coded between 0 and 255 and is separated by a decimal point.

Unlike the physical address, the IP address can be modified by the user.

You must ensure that the IP address is unique on your network. If an address is duplicated, network operation becomes random.

The IP address is made up of two parts:

∙the network identifier (Network ID) identifying a given physical network

∙the host identifier (Host ID) identifying a specific item of equipment on the same network.

There are 5 addressing classes. Only classes A, B and C are used to identify the equipment.

See below:

	Class A
		0XXXXXXX		XXXXXXXX	XXXXXXXX		XXXXXXXX
		Network ID			Host ID
	Class B
		10XXXXXX		XXXXXXXX	XXXXXXXX		XXXXXXXX
		Network ID				Host ID
	Class C
		010XXXXX		XXXXXXXX	XXXXXXXX		XXXXXXXX
				Network ID			Host ID

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Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument (cont'd)

SUBNET mask and GATEWAY

DHCP protocol

FTP protocol

HTTP protocol

LPD protocol

If the result of the operation ' ET LOGIQUE' between IP address of the recipient of the message and the value of subnet mask is different from the address of the recipient of the message, this message is sent to the gateway which will be given the responsibility to forward it to destination.

The programming of the mask and the address of the gateway is possible on the instrument, in the Advanced mode.

This protocol is used to automatically assign an IP address to the instrument when it connects up to the network.

A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration protocol) server must be accessible on this network (contact your network administrator to make sure that this server is present).

A file can be transferred quickly between a PC and the instrument using FTP (File Transfer Protocol).

To use the "FTP Server" function, open your favourite browser on the PC (Firefox, Explorer 7, Chrome, ...) and type in the URL field: "ftp://192.168.3.1/RAM:" to access the internal file system of instrument IP address 192.168.3.1

"ftp://192.168.3.1/CARD:" to access the file system of instrument SDCARD IP address 192.168.3.1

The oscilloscope can also be used as an FTP client.

See §. Applications p. 190.

The instrument integrating the 'HTTP server' protocol functions like a WEB server and can be accessed from a PC using a standard browser (EXPLORER, NETSCAPE, FIREBOX …). You can then reach the most current adjustments and visualize traces on your PC.

To use it, open the browser on the PC and, in the URL field, type the IP address of the instrument, preceded by "http:"

Example: http://192.168.3.1

See §. Applications p. 156.

To be able to display the traces, you must install on your PC the Java Virtual Machine JVM SUN 1.4.1 (or higher). This JVM can be dowloaded from the site http://java.sun.com

This protocol (Line Printer Daemon) is used by most of the printers connected to an ETHERNET network, but also by the printing server units which handle conversion between ETHERNET and CENTRONICS.

( Example: Jet Admin) and UNIX and LINUX workstations.

An LPD server can also be installed on a PC (available as an option with WINDOWS 2000 or XP).

In all cases, the instrument is an LPD client which has to be configured to indicate to it the IP address of the LPD server (the workstation PC or directly the printer) and the logical name of the printer managed by the server. ”Virtual Printers” can also be used for this purpose.

See §. Applications p. 189.

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Description of the instrument

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Micro SD Memory Card

Micro SD Memory Card

Introduction	The internal memory of the oscilloscope (2 MB) may be extended by using
	an SD Card (128 MB - 2 GB).
	The oscilloscope accepts the Micro-SD format (but not Micro-SDHC).
	FAT32 format is not compatible with the oscilloscope.
Installation
Location	The SD Card compartment is located on the right-hand side of the
	oscilloscope near the communications interface connector.

Insertion/Extraction - Insert the SD Card, in the card compartment, printed surface facing up.

-Push to the click the card is in position.

-To remove the card, press slightly on the card itself and support it while removing.

Operation

Recording

a file

∙The filename is limited to a maximum of 20 characters + extension.

If this rule is not observed, the message: 'Filename too long’ is displayed.

∙If the name already exists or is incompatible, an error message ‘Impossible! File already exists' will be displayed.

∙By moving the pointer onto the names of the files, you will see their characteristics displayed (date and time saved and size).

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Micro SD Memory Card

Micro SD Memory Card (cont’d)

Special folder

"Hot Plugging"

Formatting the

SD Card

A specific folder on the SD Card, called "metrix", is used for recording files by the oscilloscope.

From within the oscilloscope, the user can only act in this folder:

∙File creation,

∙File saving,

∙File deletion.

If, at the moment of file saving, the "metrix" folder does not exist, it is automatically created.

It is possible to insert or remove an SD Card from its compartment, even when the oscilloscope is running. Never remove a card while a file is being written on it. Doing so can cause the file save operation to fail, and even damage the memory card.

If a window displaying the memory was open during card insertion/removal, it is recommended to close it, then to open it again to update the display.

The SD Card is formatted using a PC. It cannot be formatted via the oscilloscope.

Two options:

-either using Windows software directly

-or using a specialised software application.

See next page.

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Micro SD Memory Card

Micro SD Memory Card (cont’d)

Formatting

with Windows (French Windows XP example shown)

1.Insert the SD Card into the SD Card slot of your PC, or using the special USB adapter.

2.Access the workstation window by clicking on:

Here, the SD Card is represented by disk "E:"

3.By a right click on the disk, representing the SD Card, select the option "Format..."

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Micro SD Memory Card

Micro SD Memory Card (cont’d)

The "Format disk…" window appears:

4.In the "File System" block, select option FAT (not FAT32, which is not compatible with the oscilloscope).

Click on: "Start".

5.

Formatting using specialised software

A message appears, warning that the formatting will delete all data memorised on the SD Card.

If you really wish to continue, click on "OK". Formatting will begin.

It is possible to download a free software called "SDFormatter" on this website: www.sdcard.org.

This software is specifically designed to format SD Cards.

Its use is very simple.

FAT16 format, compatible with the oscilloscope, is selected by default.

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Description of Accessories

Description of Accessories

HX0061

Powering from a This accessory comes as an option and has to be connected to the standard vehicle battery power supply of SCOPIX.

It is used by itinerant technicians to recharge the SCOPIX battery in a vehicle during the journey between two measuring sites.

It is also possible to use (and supply) the SCOPIX in the vehicle.

1.Connect the SCOPIX to the external power supply.

2.Connect the external power supply to the HX0061.

3.Connect the HX0061 to the cigarette lighter socket of the vehicle.

Cigarette lighter socket

Ext.

Vehicle HX0061 Power SCOPIX

supply

The HX0061 module comes with a 12 VDC / 24 VDC cigar lighter socket of the type normally used in vehicles.

The HX0061 can only be used with the instruments explicitly listed in its operating guide.

HX0063

Charging the instrument's battery externally

Use this accessory, which comes as an option, to charge the battery when disconnected from the instrument.

By using two batteries (one in the instrument and the other being charged), long measuring campaigns are then possible.

The HX0063 can be used with the HX0061 (powering from a vehicle battery).

Ext.				Battery
Power		HX0063
				in charge
supply

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Description of Accessories

Description of Accessories (cont’d)

Concept The portable oscilloscopes in this range use Probix intelligent probes and adapters, offering users active safety.

When connected to an oscilloscope input, a safety message in English concerning the probe or adapter used indicates:

∙its maximum input voltage according to the category

∙its maximum voltage in relation to the earth, according to the category

∙its maximum voltage between channels, according to the category

∙its type

∙its basic specifications

∙the use of suitable safety leads.

For user and instrument safety, this information must be respected.

Some probes are equipped with buttons whose assignment can be programmed.

The colour of the signal measured with a particular accessory is parameterised in the "Green" "chX" "Probix" menu. An interchangeable elastic band or plastic collar can be used to match the probe colour to the curve colour.

The scaling and the units are managed automatically by the Probix system, thus allowing fast measurements and without risk of error.

The oscilloscope provides the power supply for the probes and adapters.

Recommendations for use: see p. 40.

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Description of Accessories

Description of Accessories (cont’d)

HX0030

and development

Probix 1/10 probe

o

A

B

HF

Offset

The HX0030 accessory is a 1/10 probe equipped with a LED and pushbuttons (A and B), the action of which can be programmed via the menu: "Green" "chX" "PROBIX".

This adapter is a PLUG and PLAY element. Its internal electronics are powered by the oscilloscope.

The measurement output is totally insulated.

When the HX0030 probe is connected to the SCOPIX, the following information is displayed.

This information may be different if other PROBIX probes are connected.

The positive input is indicated by a + sign.

The " o " button controls the lighting of the area measured.

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