PEAKTECH 1370, 1355, 1356, 1362, 1340 Instructions

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User Manual 2 CH & 4 CH

Digital Storage Oscilloscopes

Table of Contents

1. General Safety Requirements .......................................................................................... 1

2. Safety Terms and Symbols ............................................................................................... 2

3. Quick User Guidebook ................................................................................................... 4

Introduction to the Structure of the Oscilloscope ..................................................................... 5

Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................... 5

Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................................ 6

Control Area ............................................................................................................................................. 7

User Interface Introduction ........................................................................................................ 8

How to Implement the General Inspection ............................................................................. 10

How to Implement the Function Inspection ............................................................................ 10

How to Implement the Probe Compensation .......................................................................... 11

How to Set the Probe Attenuation Coefficient ........................................................................ 12

How to Use the Probe Safely..................................................................................................... 13

How to Implement Self-calibration .......................................................................................... 14

Introduction to the Vertical System ......................................................................................... 14

Introduction to the Horizontal System .................................................................................... 15

Introduction to the Trigger System ......................................................................................... 16

Touchscreen Controls (Touchscreen is optional) ................................................................... 17

Magnifier Function (Only for specific models with touchscreen) ......................................... 21

4. Advanced User Guidebook ............................................................................................ 24

How to Set the Vertical System ................................................................................................ 25

Use Mathematical Manipulation Function ............................................................................. 27

Waveform math .................................................................................................................................... 28

User defined function ............................................................................................................................. 29

Digital Filter ........................................................................................................................................... 29

Using FFT function ................................................................................................................................ 30

Use Vertical Position and Scale Knobs .................................................................................... 32

How to Set the Horizontal System ........................................................................................... 33

Zoom the Waveform .............................................................................................................................. 33

How to Set the Trigger/Decoding System ................................................................................ 34

Single Trigger ......................................................................................................................................... 34

Logic Trigger.......................................................................................................................................... 43

Bus Trigger ............................................................................................................................................. 44

Bus Decoding (Optional)........................................................................................................................ 50

How to Operate the Function Menu ........................................................................................ 55

How to Implement Sampling Setup ....................................................................................................... 55

How to Set the Display System .............................................................................................................. 56

How to Save and Recall a Waveform ..................................................................................................... 59

How to Record/Playback Waveforms .................................................................................................... 66

How to Clone and Recall a waveform .................................................................................................... 70

How to Implement the Auxiliary System Function Setting .................................................................... 74

How to Update your Instrument Firmware............................................................................................. 78

How to Measure Automatically.............................................................................................................. 80

How to Measure with Cursors ................................................................................................................ 84

How to Use Autoscale ............................................................................................................................ 87

How to Use Built-in Help ....................................................................................................................... 88

How to Use Executive Buttons............................................................................................................... 89

How to Print the Screen Image ............................................................................................................... 91

5. Use the Arbitrary Function Generator (Optional to specific models) ............................... 92

Output Connection .................................................................................................................... 92

To Set Channels ......................................................................................................................... 92

To Set Signals ............................................................................................................................. 93

To Output Sine Signals........................................................................................................................... 93

To Set the Frequency ........................................................................................................................................... 93

To Set the Period .................................................................................................................................................. 94

To Set the Start Phase .......................................................................................................................................... 94

To Set the Amplitude ........................................................................................................................................... 94

To Set the Offset .................................................................................................................................................. 95

To Set the High Level .......................................................................................................................................... 95

To Set the Low Level ........................................................................................................................................... 95

To Output Square Signals ....................................................................................................................... 95

To Output Ramp Signals ........................................................................................................................ 95

To Set the Symmetry of Ramp ............................................................................................................................. 95

To Output Pulse Signals ......................................................................................................................... 95

To Set the Pulse Width of Pulse ........................................................................................................................... 95

To Set the Duty Cycle of Pulse ............................................................................................................................ 95

To Output Arbitrary Signals ................................................................................................................... 95

Create a New Waveform ...................................................................................................................................... 96

File Browse .......................................................................................................................................................... 97

Built-in Waveform ............................................................................................................................................... 97

6. Use the Multimeter (Optional) .................................................................................... 100

Input Terminals ....................................................................................................................... 100

DMM Menu .............................................................................................................................. 100

DMM Information Window ................................................................................................... 101

Making Multimeter Measurements ....................................................................................... 102

Measuring AC or DC Current .............................................................................................................. 102

Measuring AC or DC Voltage .............................................................................................................. 102

Measuring Resistance ........................................................................................................................... 103

Testing Diodes...................................................................................................................................... 103

Testing for Continuity .......................................................................................................................... 103

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Measuring Capacitance ........................................................................................................................ 103

Multimeter Features ................................................................................................................ 103

Data Hold Mode ................................................................................................................................... 103

Making Relative Measurements ........................................................................................................... 104

Information Display ............................................................................................................................. 104

Auto or Manual Range ......................................................................................................................... 104

Multimeter Recorder............................................................................................................... 104

7. Communication with PC ............................................................................................. 107

Using USB Port ........................................................................................................................ 107

Using LAN Port ....................................................................................................................... 108

Connect directly ................................................................................................................................... 108

Connect through a router ...................................................................................................................... 109

Using Wi-Fi to Connect with PC (Optional) ......................................................................... 111

Connect with PC as Wi-Fi Access Point .............................................................................................. 111

Connect with PC as Wi-Fi Station........................................................................................................ 112

8. Communication wit h Andr oid Device via Wi-Fi (Optional) ...................................................... 115

How to Connect ....................................................................................................................... 115

Connect with APP as Wi-Fi Access Point ............................................................................................ 115

Connect with APP as Wi-Fi Station ..................................................................................................... 117

User Interface ....................................................................................................................................... 119

Gestures Control ................................................................................................................................... 121

9. Demonstration ............................................................................................................. 123

Example 1: Measurement a Simple Signal ............................................................................ 123

Example 2: Gain of a Amplifier in a Metering Circuit ........................................................ 124

Example 3: Capturing a Single Signal ................................................................................... 125

Example 4: Analyze the Details of a Signal ........................................................................... 126

Example 5: Application of X-Y Function .............................................................................. 128

Example 6: Video Signal Trigger ........................................................................................... 129

10. Tr oubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 131

1 1. Technical Specifications ............................................................................................ 132

Oscilloscope .............................................................................................................................. 132

Trigger .................................................................................................................................................. 137

Waveform Generator .............................................................................................................. 139

Multimeter ............................................................................................................................... 139

General Technical Specifications ........................................................................................... 140

12. Appendix .................................................................................................................... 141

Appendix A: Enclosure ........................................................................................................... 141

Appendix B: General Care and Cleaning ............................................................................. 141

Appendix C: Battery Using Guide ......................................................................................... 142

NOTE :

This series of oscilloscopes of

fers a variety of models with many different features and specifications. This manual also describes these functions for models that may not match the features of your model. For detailed information on the builtin features of each model, see the technical specifications.

1.General Safety Requirements

. Satefy precautions

 This product complies with the requirements of the following European Community

Directives: 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage) as amended by 2004/22/EG (CE-Marking). Overvoltage category II; pollution degree 2.

 To ensure safe operation of the equipment and eliminate the danger of serious injury due

to short-circuits (arcing), the following safety precautions must be observed. Damages resulting from failure to observe these safety precautions are exempt from any legal claims whatever.

 Do not use this instrument for high-energy industrial installation measurement.  Do not place the equipment on damp or wet surfaces.  Do not exceed the maximum permissible input ratings (danger of serious injury and/or

destruction of the equipment).

 The meter is designed to withstand the stated max voltages. If it is not possible to exclude

without that impulses, transients, disturbance or for other reasons, these voltages are exceeded a suitable presale (10:1) must be used.

 Disconnect test leads or probe from the measuring circuit before switching modes or

functions.

 Check test leads and probes for faulty insulation or bare wires before connection to the

equipment.

 To avoid electric shock, do not operate this product in wet or damp conditions.  Conduct measuring works only in dry clothing and rubber shoes, i. e. on isolating mats.  Never touch the tips of the test leads or probe.  Comply with the warning labels and other info on the equipment.  The measurement instrument is not to be to operated unattended.  Do not subject the equipment to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, humidity or

dampness.

 Do not subject the equipment to shocks or strong vibrations.  Do not operate the equipment near strong magnetic fields (motors, transformers etc.).  Keep hot soldering irons or guns away from the equipment.  Allow the equipment to stabilize at room temperature before taking up measurement

(important for exact measurements).

 Do not input values over the maximum range of each measurement to avoid damages of

the instrument.

 Periodically wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth and mid detergent. Do not use abrasives

solvents.

 The meter is suitable for indoor use only  Warning:  To avoid fire or electrical shock, when the oscilloscope input signal connected is more

than 42V peak (30Vrms) or on circuits of more than 4800VA, please take note of below items:

-Only use accessory insulated voltage probes and test lead.Check the accessories such as probe before use and replace it if there are any damages.Remove probes, test leads and other accessories immediately after use.

-Remove USB cable which connects oscilloscope and computer.

-Do not apply input voltages above the rating of the instrument because the probe tip

voltage will directly transmit to the oscilloscope. Use with caution when the probe is set as 1:1.

 Do not use exposed metal BNC or banana plug connectors.  Do not insert metal objects into connectors.

2.Safety Terms and Symbols

2. Safety Terms and Symbols

Safety Terms

Terms in this manual. The following terms may appear in this manual:

Warning: Warning indicates the conditions or practices that could result in

injury or loss of life.

Caution: Caution indicates the conditions or practices that could result in

damage to this product or other property.

Terms on the product. The following terms may appear on this product:

Danger: It indicates an injury or hazard may immediately happen.

Warning: It indicates an injury or hazard may be accessible potentially.

Caution: It indicates a potential damage to the instrument or other property might occur.

Safety Symbols

Symbols on the product. The following symbol may appear on the product:

Hazardous Voltage Refer to Manual

Protective Earth Terminal Chassis Ground

Test Ground

To avoid body damage and prevent product and connected equipment damage, carefully read the following safety information before using the test tool. This product can only be used in the specified applications.

Warning:

The four channels of the oscilloscope are not electrically isolated. The channels should adopt a common ground during measuring. To prevent short circuits, the 2 probe grounds must not be connected to 2 different non-isolated DC levels.

2.Safety Terms and Symbols

Ground Clip

Signal Input

Oscilloscope

Electrical Outlet

Probe

Power Cord

Ground Clip

Signal Input

Oscilloscope

(Battery-power)

PC Electrical OutletProbe

USB/VGA/COM/

LAN Cable

Warning:

To avoid fire or electrical shock connected

42V peak (30Vrms) or on circuits of more than

4800VA

Do not apply input voltages above the rating of the instrument

tage will directly transmit to the

The diagram of the oscilloscope ground wire connection:

The diagram of the ground wire connection when the battery-powered oscilloscope is connected to the AC-powered PC through the ports:

It is not allowed to measure AC power when the oscilloscope is AC powered, or when the battery-powered oscilloscope is connected to the AC-powered PC through the ports.

is more than

, please take note of below items:

 Only use accessory insulated voltage probes and test lead.

 Check the accessories such as probe before use and replace it if

there are any damages.

 Remove probes, test leads and other accessories immediately after

use.

 Remove USB cable which connects oscilloscope and computer.



because the probe tip vol oscilloscope. Use with caution when the probe is set as 1:1.

 Do not use exposed metal BNC or banana plug connectors.

 Do not insert metal objects into connectors.

, when the oscilloscope input signal

3.Quick User Guidebook

3. Quick User Guidebook

This chapter deals with the following topics mainly:

Introduction to the structure of the oscilloscope

Introduction to the user interface

How to implement the general inspection

How to implement the function inspection

How to make a probe compensation

How to set the probe attenuation coefficient

How to use the probe safely

How to implement an self-calibration

Introduction to the vertical system

Introduction to the horizontal system

Introduction to the trigger system

Touchscreen Controls (Touchscreen is optional)

Magnifier Function (Only for specific models with touchscreen)

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Introduction to the Structure of the Oscilloscope

This chapter makes a simple description of the operation and function of the front panel of the oscilloscope, enabling you to be familiar with the use of the oscilloscope in the shortest time.

Front Panel

The front panel has knobs and function buttons. The 5 buttons in the column on the right side of the display screen or in the row under the display screen are menu selection buttons, through which, you can set the different options for the current menu. The other buttons are function buttons, through which, you can enter different function menus or obtain a specific function application directly.

1. Display area

2. Select the right menu item

3. Control (button and knob) area

4. Probe Compensation: Measurement signal (3.3V/1kHz) output.

5. Input connectors of four channels

6. Remove the left and right menu

7. Select the bottom menu item

8. Copy button: You can save the waveform by just pressing this button in any user

Figure 3-1 Front panel

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1 2

4 5

interface.

9. USB Host port: It is used to transfer data when external USB equipment connects to the oscilloscope regarded as "host device". For example: Saving the waveform to USB flash disk needs to use this port.

10. Power on/off

Rear Panel

Figure 3-2 Rear Panel

1. Handle

2. Air vents

3. Input terminals of multimeter (optional)

4. AC power input jack

5. Fuse

6. Foot stool: Adjust the tilt angle of the oscilloscope.

7. VGA port: To connect the oscilloscope with a monitor or a projector as VGA output

(optional).

8. LAN port: the network port which can be used to connect with PC.

9. USB Device port: It is used to transfer data when external USB equipment connects to

the oscilloscope regarded as "slave device". For example: to use this port when connect PC to the oscilloscope by USB.

10. Lock Hole: You can lock the oscilloscope to a fixed location using the security lock

(please buy it yourself) to secure the oscilloscope.

11. Trig Out(P/F) port: Trigger signal output & Pass/Fail output, also can be used as the

port of CH2 Output of dual-channel waveform generator (optional). The output type can be set on the menu (Utility menu→Output→Output).

12. Out 1 port: Output (single-channel) or CH1 Output (dual-channel) of waveform

generator (optional).

Control Area 2 CH

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Figure 3-4 Control Area Overview

1. Function button area: Total 11 buttons

2. Waveform generator controls (depending on model)

DAQ: Data Acquire, P/F: Pass/Fail, W.REC: Waveform Record

3. Trigger control area with 2 buttons and 1 knob.

The Trigger Level knob is to adjust trigger voltage. Other 2 buttons refer to trigger system setting.

4. Horizontal control area with 1 button and 2 knobs.

"HOR" button refer to horizontal system setting menu, "Horizontal Position" knob control trigger position, " Horizontal Scale" control time base.

5. Vertical control area with 3 buttons and 4 knobs.

"CH1" and "CH2 " correspond to setting menu in CH1 and CH2, "Math" button refer to math menu, the math menu consists of six kinds of operations, including CH1-CH2, CH2-CH1, CH1+CH2, CH1*CH2, CH1/CH2 and FFT. Two "Vertical Position" knob control the vertical position of CH1/CH2, and two "Scale" knob control voltage scale of CH1, CH2.

6. Default: Call out the factory settings.

7. Print

8. Counter: Turn on/off the Counter.

9. DMM (optional) or Snapshot

10. Direction key: Move the cursor of the focused parameter.

11.M knob(Multipurpose knob): when a symbol appears in the menu, it indicates

you can turn the M knob to select the menu or set the value. You can push it to close

the menu on the left and right.

Control Area 4 CH

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Figure 3-3 Control Area Overview

1. Function button area: Total 11 buttons

2. Waveform generator controls (optional)

DAQ: Multimeter Recorder (see "Multimeter Recorder" on P104) P/F: Pass/Fail (see "Pass/Fail" on P76) W.R EC : Waveform Record (see "How to Record/Playback Waveforms" on P66)

3. Trigger control area with 2 buttons and 1 knob.

The Trigger Level knob is to adjust trigger voltage. Other 2 buttons refer to trigger system setting.

4. Horizontal control area with 1 button and 2 knobs.

"HOR" button refer to horizontal system setting menu, "Horizontal Position" knob control trigger position, "Horizontal Scale" control time base.

5. Vertical control area with 5 buttons and 2 knobs.

CH1 - CH4 buttons correspond to setting menu in CH1 - CH4. "Math" button provides access to math waveform functions (+, -, ×, /, FFT, user function, digital filter). The "Vertical Position" knob control the vertical position of current channel, and the "Scale" knob control voltage scale of current channel.

6. Default: Call out the factory settings.

Print: Print an image of what appears on the oscilloscope screen.

Decode(optional): Turn on/off Decode function.

DMM (Multimeter, optional) or Snap (Shortcut button for measurement snapshot)

7. Direction key: Move the cursor of the focused parameter.

8. M knob (Multipurpose knob): when a symbol appears on the menu, it indicates

you can turn the M knob to select the menu or set the value. You can push it to close

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the menu on the left and right.

User Interface Introduction

Figure 3-4 I

1. Waveform Display Area.

2. Run/Stop (touchable on touchscreen) (see "How to Use Executive Buttons" on

P89)

3. The state of trigger, including:

Auto: Automatic mode and acquire waveform without triggering.

Trig: Trigger detected and acquire waveform.

Ready: Pre-triggered data captured and ready for a trigger.

Scan: Capture and display the waveform continuously.

Stop: Data acquisition stopped.

4. Click to auto set (only for touchscreen).

5. Turn on/off the magnifier function (Only for specific models with touchscreen).

6. The two blue dotted lines indicates the vertical position of cursor measurement.

7. The pointer indicates the trigger position in the record length.

8. The T pointer indicates the horizontal position for the trigger.

9. It shows present triggering value and displays the site of present window in

internal memory.

llustrative Drawing of Display Interfaces

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10. Touchable icon is to enable ( ) or disable ( ) the touchscreen controls

(only for touchscreen).

11. It shows setting time (see "Config" on P74).

12. WI-FI is activated.

13. It indicates that there is a USB disk connecting with the oscilloscope.

14. Indicating battery power status (see "Display" on P75).

15. Multimeter window.

16. The waveform of CH1.

17. The pointer shows the trigger level position of the source in trigger menu.

18. The two blue dotted lines indicate the horizontal position of cursor measurement.

19. The waveform of CH2.

20. The waveform of CH3.

21. The waveform of CH4.

22. The frequency of the trigger signal.

23. The icon shows the selected trigger type, e.g. represents triggering on the

rising edge for an Edge trigger. The reading shows the trigger level value of the corresponding channel.

24. Click to show/hide the touchable shortcut menu (only for touchscreen).

25. It indicates the measured type and value of the corresponding channel. "T" means

period, "F" means frequency, "V" means the average value, "Vp" the peak-peak value, "Vr" the root-mean-square value, "Ma" the maximum amplitude value, "Mi" the minimum amplitude value, "Vt" the Voltage value of the waveform's flat top value, "Vb" the Voltage value of the waveform's flat base, "Va" the amplitude value, "Os" the overshoot value, "Ps" the Preshoot value, "RT" the rise time value, "FT" the fall time value, "PW" the +width value, "NW" the -Width value, "+D" the +Duty value, "-D" the -Duty value, "PD" the Delay A->B value, "ND" the Delay A->B value, "TR" the Cycle RMS, "CR" the Cursor RMS, "WP" the Screen Duty, "RP" the Phase A->B , "FP" the Phase A->B , "+PC" the +Pulse count, "-PC" the - Pulse count, "+E" the Rise edge count, "-E" the Fall edge count, "AR" the Area, "CA" the Cycle area.

26. The readings show the record length.

27. The readings show current sample rate.

28. The readings indicate the corresponding Voltage Division of the channels.

"BW" indicates bandwidth limit.

The icon shows the coupling mode of the channel.

"—" indicates direct current coupling

"～" indicates AC coupling

" " indicates GND coupling

29. The reading shows the setting of main time base.

30. The green pointer indicates the grounding datum point (zero point position) of the

waveform of the CH1 channel.

31. The orange pointer indicates the grounding datum point (zero point position) of

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the waveform of the CH1 channel.

32. It is cursor measure window, showing the absolute values and the readings of the

cursors.

33. The blue pointer indicates the grounding datum point (zero point position) of the

waveform of the CH1 channel.

34. The yellow pointer indicates the grounding datum point (zero point position) of

the waveform of the CH1 channel.

How to Implement the General Inspection

After you get a new oscilloscope, it is recommended that you should make a check on the instrument according to the following steps:

1. Check whether there is any damage caused by transportation.

If it is found that the packaging carton or the foamed plastic protection cushion has

suffered serious damage, do not throw it away first till the complete device and its

accessories succeed in the electrical and mechanical property tests.

2. Check the Accessories

The supplied accessories have been already described in the "Appendix A: Enclosure" of

this Manual. You can check whether there is any loss of accessories with reference to

this description. If it is found that there is any accessory lost or damaged, please get in

touch with the distributor of PeakTech responsible for this service or the PeakTech

local offices.

3. Check the Complete Instrument

If it is found that there is damage to the appearance of the instrument, or the instrument can not work normally, or fails in the performance test, please get in touch with the PeakTech distributor responsible for this business or the PeakTech local offices. If there is damage to the instrument caused by the transportation, please keep the package. With the transportation department or the PeakTech distributor responsible for this business informed about it, a repairing or replacement of the instrument will be arranged by the PeakTech.

How to Implement the Function Inspection

Make a fast function check to verify the normal operation of the instrument, according to the following steps:

1. Connect the power cord to a power source. Long press the

bottom left of the instrument.

The instrument carries out all self-check items and shows the Boot Logo. Push the

Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu. Select Adjust in the left menu,

button on the

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select Default in the bottom menu. The default attenuation coefficient set value of the probe on the menu is 10X.

2. Set the Switch in the Oscilloscope Probe as 10X and Connect the Oscilloscope

with CH1 Channel.

Align the slot in the probe with the plug in the CH1 connector BNC, and then tighten the probe with rotating it to the right side.

Connect the probe tip and the ground clamp to the connector of the probe compensator.

3. Push the Autoset Button on the front panel.

The square wave of 1 KHz frequency and 3.3V peak-peak value will be displayed in

several seconds (see Figure 3-5).

Figure 3-5 Auto set

Check CH2, CH3 and CH4 by repeating Step 2 and Step 3.

How to Implement the Probe Compensation

When connect the probe with any input channel for the first time, make this adjustment to match the probe with the input channel. The probe which is not compensated or presents a compensation deviation will result in the measuring error or mistake. For adjusting the probe compensation, please carry out the following steps:

1. Set the attenuation coefficient of the probe on the menu as 10X and that of the

switch in the probe as 10X (see "How to Set the Probe Attenuation Coefficient"

on P12), and connect the probe with the CH1 channel. If a probe hook tip is used, ensure that it keeps in close touch with the probe. Connect the probe tip with the signal connector of the probe compensator and connect the reference wire clamp with the ground wire connector of the probe connector, and then push the

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Caution:

the probe attenuation coefficient in the

Autoset button on the front panel.

2. Check the displayed waveforms and regulate the probe till a correct

compensation is achieved (see Figure 3-6 and Figure 3-7).

Overcompensated Compensated correctly Under compensated

Figure 3-6 Displayed Waveforms of the Probe Compensation

3. Repeat the steps mentioned if needed.

Figure 3-7 Adjust Probe

How to Set the Probe Attenuation Coefficient

The probe has several attenuation coefficients, which will influence the vertical scale factor of the oscilloscope.

To change or check the probe attenuation coefficient on the menu of oscilloscope:

(1) Push the function menu button of the used channels (CH1 - CH4 button).

(2) Select Probe in the bottom menu; select Attenu in the right menu, turn the M

knob to select the proper value corresponding to the probe.

This setting will be valid all the time before it is changed again.

The default attenuation coefficient of the probe on the instrument is preset to 10X. Make sure that the set value of the attenuation switch in the probe is the same as the menu selection of oscilloscope.

The set values of the probe switch are 1X and 10X (see Figure 3-8).

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Caution:

the attenuation switch is set to 1X, the probe will limit the bandwidth

connect the probe to the

Figure 3-8 Attenuation Switch

When of the oscilloscope in 5MHz. To use the full bandwidth of the oscilloscope, the switch must be set to 10X.

Identify the Probe Attenuation Coefficient Automatically

The oscilloscope can identify the probe attenuation coefficient of the 100:1 (impedance 5K±20%) or 10:1 (impedance 10K±20%) probe with the identifying pin. When you attach the probe, the oscilloscope set the attenuation automatically on the oscilloscope vertical menu for the channel to match the probe.

For example, if you attach a 10:1 probe with the identifying pin, the screen will prompt "The probe attenuation factor is X10", and set the attenuation to 10X automatically on the oscilloscope vertical menu for the channel.

How to Use the Probe Safely

The safety guard ring around the probe body protects your finger against any electric

shock, shown as Figure 3-9.

Figure 3-9 Finger Guard

Warning:

To avoid electric shock, always keep your finger behind the safety guard ring of the probe during the operation.

To protect you from suffering from the electric shock, do not touch any metal part of the probe tip when it is connected to the power supply.

Before making any measurements, always instrument and connect the ground terminal to the earth.

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How to Implement Self-calibration

The self-calibration application can make the oscilloscope reach the optimum condition rapidly to obtain the most accurate measurement value. You can carry out this application program at any time. This program must be executed whenever the change of ambient temperature is 5℃ or over.

Before performing a self-calibration, disconnect all probes or wires from the input connector. Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Adjust. in the left menu, select Self Cal in the bottom menu; run the program after everything is ready.

Introduction to the Vertical System

As shown in Figure 3-10, there are a few of buttons and knobs in Vertical Controls.

The 4 channels are marked by different colors which are also used to mark both the corresponding waveforms on the screen and the channel input connectors. Press one of the channel buttons to open the corresponding channel menu, and press again to turn off the channel. Press the Math button to display the math menu in the bottom. The pink M waveform appears on the screen. Press again to turn off the math waveform.

The 4 channels use the same Vertical Position and Vertical Scale knobs. If you want to set the vertical scale and vertical position of a channel, please press CH1, CH2, CH3 or CH4 at first to select the desired channel. Then turn the Vertical Position and Vertical Scale knobs to set the values.

Figure 3-10 Vertical Control Zone

The following practices will gradually direct you to be familiar with the using of the vertical setting.

1. Press CH1, CH2, CH3 or CH4 to select the desired channel.

2. Use the Vertical Position knob to show the selected channel waveform in the center of the waveform window. The Vertical Position knob functions the regulating of the

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vertical display position of the selected channel waveform. Thus, when the Vertical Position knob is rotated, the pointer of the earth datum point of the selected channel is directed to move up and down following the waveform, and the position message at the center of the screen would change accordingly.

Measuring Skill

If the channel is under the DC coupling mode, you can rapidly measure the DC component of the signal through the observation of the difference between the wave form and the signal ground.

If the channel is under the AC mode, the DC component would be filtered out. This mode helps you display the AC component of the signal with a higher sensitivity.

Vertical offset back to 0 shortcut key

Turn the Vertical Position knob to change the vertical display position of the selected channel, and push the position knob to set the vertical display position back to 0 as a shortcut key, this is especially helpful when the trace position is far out of the screen and want it to get back to the screen center immediately.

3. Change the Vertical Setting and Observe the Consequent State Information Change.

With the information displayed in the status bar at the bottom of the waveform window, you can determine any changes in the channel vertical scale factor.

Turn the Vertical Scale knob and change the "Vertical Scale Factor (Voltage Division)" of the selected channel, it can be found that the scale factor of the selected channel in the status bar has been changed accordingly.

Introduction to the Horizontal System

Shown as Figure 3-11, there are a button and two knobs in the Horizontal Controls.

The following practices will gradually direct you to be familiar with the setting of horizontal time base.

Figure 3-11 Horizontal Control Zone

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1. Turn the Horizontal Scale knob to change the horizontal time base setting and

observe the consequent status information change. Turn the Horizontal Scale knob to change the horizontal time base, and it can be found that the Horizontal Time Base displayed in the status bar changes accordingly.

2. Use the Horizontal Position knob to adjust the horizontal position of the signal

in the waveform window. The Horizontal Position knob is used to control the triggering displacement of the signal or for other special applications. If it is applied to triggering the displacement, it can be observed that the waveform moves horizontally with the knob when you rotate the Horizontal Position knob.

Triggering displacement back to 0 shortcut key

Turn the Horizontal Position knob to change the horizontal position of channel and push the Horizontal Position knob to set the triggering displacement back to 0 as a shortcut key.

3. Push the Horizontal HOR button to switch between the normal mode and the

wave zoom mode.

Introduction to the Trigger System

As shown in Figure 3-12, there are one knob and three buttons make up Trigger

Controls. The following practices will direct you to be familiar with the setting of the

trigger system gradually.

Figure 3-12 Trigger Control Zone

1. Push the Trigger Menu button and call out the trigger menu. With the operations

of the menu selection buttons, the trigger setting can be changed.

2. Use the Trigger Level knob to change the trigger level setting.

By turning the Trigger Level knob, the trigger indicator in the screen will move up and down. With the movement of the trigger indicator, it can be observed that the trigger level value displayed in the screen changes accordingly.

Note: Turning the Trigger Level knob can change trigger level value and it is also the hotkey to set trigger level as the vertical mid point values of the amplitude of the trigger signal.

3. Push the Force button to force a trigger signal, which is mainly applied to the

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Press repeatedly to

switch the options

Introduction to the Touchscreen Controls (Depending on

Model) If the LCD is touchscreen, you can control the oscilloscope by different gestures.

The touchable icon at the top right of the screen is used to enable ( (

) the touchscreen controls. The instruction of touchscreen controls is as below. You can also use the buttons / knobs enclosed in brackets to do the same thing.

Operate the Menu through Touchscreen

 Select a menu item: Touch the menu items in the bottom menu, or in the right menu,

or in the left menu.

 Switch menu items: If there are options that can be switched in the menu, you can

repeatedly touch the area of the menu item to switch, or push the corresponding button to switch. See figure below:

) or disable

 Scroll the list: If there is a scroll bar in the left menu or in the file system window,

you can swipe up and down to scroll the list.

 Touchable menu pane: Click the

pane will be shown. Clicking the menu item is same as pushing the corresponding button.

icon on the left top of the display area, a menu

Gestures in Normal Mode

 Select a channel (CH1 or CH2 button): Touch the pointer on the left side of

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Touch to select the channel

Selected

Unselected

Control the vertical position

of the selected channel

Control the trigger level of

the source in trigger menu

corresponding channel to make it in selected state.

 Set the vertical position of the selected channel (Vertical Position knob): Swipe up

or down on the screen.

 Set the trigger level of the source in trigger menu (Trigger Level knob): Swipe up or

 Set the horizontal position (Horizontal Position knob): Swipe left or right on the

display area.

down on the area nearby the trigger pointer on the right.

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Control the horizontal position

Double Zoom and Single Zoom

In touchable menu pane, if DoubleZoom is selected, in the display area, pinch and spread horizontally to change the time base; pinch and spread vertically to change the voltage division of current channel.

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Pinch and spread vertically

to change the voltage

division of current channel

Pinch and spread

horizontally to change

the time base

Click to increase

the voltage

division of CH1

Click to decrease

the voltage

division of CH1

Click to

decrease

the time base

Click to

increase

the time base

Click to increase

the voltage

division of CH2

Click to decrease

the voltage

division of CH2

In touchable menu pane, if SingleZoom is selected, click anywhere on the Display area to show the touching control panel.

 Set the voltage division (Vertical Scale knob): Click on the left upper area to increase

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Control the vertical position

of the selected channel

Main Window

Zoom Window

Control the trigger level of the source in trigger menu

the voltage division of CH1; click on the left lower area to decrease the voltage division of CH1. Click on the right upper area to increase the voltage division of CH2; click on the right lower area to decrease the voltage division of CH2.

 Set the horizontal time base (Horizontal Scale knob): Click on the left area to

increase the voltage division; click on the right area to decrease the voltage division.

Gestures in Wave Zoom Mode

Push the Horizontal HOR button to enter into zoom mode. The top half of the display shows the Main window and the bottom half displays the Zoom window. The Zoom window is a magnified portion of the Main window.

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Control the horizontal position

of Zoom Window

Pinch and spread vertically

to change the voltage

division of current channel

Pinch and spread

horizontally to change

the time base

of Zoom Window

(Double Zoom)

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Click to increase

the voltage division of CH1

Click to decrease

the voltage division of CH

Click to decrease

the time base of

Zoom Window

Click to increase

the time base of

Zoom Window

Click to increase

the voltage division of CH2

Click to decrease

the voltage division of CH2

Press nearby any cursor line until both lines are selected, drag them up and down simultaneously.

Switch horizontal or vertical lines

If vertical lines are selected, drag left and right.

Press nearby a cursor line to make it selected, drag it up and down.

Selected

Unselected

Other Operations Using Touchscreen

(Single Zoom)

 Measure with Cursors:

 Run/Stop: Double tap on the display area, or click the or on the left top of

the display area to run or stop the waveform sampling.

 Touch keyboard: Click to input.

 Adjust value in the menu item: .

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Click to increase the

value of cursor position

Move the cursor

Click to decrease the

value of cursor position

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Up till now, you have already been familiar with the basic operations of the function areas, buttons and knobs in the front panel of the oscilloscope. Based the introduction of the previous Chapter, the user should have an initial knowledge of the determination of the change of the oscilloscope setting through observing the status bar. If you have not been familiar with the above-mentioned operations and methods yet, we advise you to read the section of Chapter 3 "Quick User Guidebook".

This chapter will deal with the following topics mainly:

 How to Set the Vertical System

 How to Set the Horizontal System

 How to Set the Trigger/Decoding System

 How to Implement the Sampling Setup

 How to Set the Display System

 How to Save and Recall Waveform

 How to Record/Playback Waveforms

 How to Clone and Recall a waveform

 How to Implement the Auxiliary System Function Setting

 How to Update your Instrument Firmware

 How to Measure Automatically

 How to Measure with Cursors

 How to Use Autoscale

 How to Use Built-in Help

 How to Use Executive Buttons

 How to Print the Screen Image

It is recommended that you read this chapter carefully to get acquainted the various measurement functions and other operation methods of the oscilloscope.

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Function Menu

Setting

Description

GROUND

Pass both AC and DC components of the input signal.

Disconnect the input signal.

ON OFF

Display inverted waveform. Display original waveform.

Turn the M knob to set the Amps/Volts ratio. The

Volts/Amp ratio is automatically calculated.

Full band

Get full bandwidth.

How to Set the Vertical System

The VERTICAL CONTROLS includes three menu buttons such as CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4 and Math, and two knobs such as Vertical Position, Vertical Scale.

Setting of CH1 - CH4

Each channel has an independent vertical menu and each item is set respectively based on the channel.

To turn waveforms on or off (channel, math)

Pushing the CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, or Math buttons have the following effect:

• If the waveform is off, the waveform is turned on and its menu is displayed.

• If the waveform is on and its menu is not displayed, its menu will be displayed.

• If the waveform is on and its menu is displayed, the waveform is turned off and its menu goes away.

The description of the Channel Menu is shown as the following list:

Coupling

Inverted

Probe

Limit

1. To set channel coupling

Attenu

MeasCurr

A/V (mA/V) V/A (mV/A)

20M

0.001X to 1000X

YES NO

Block the DC component of the input signal.

Step by 1 – 2 – 5. Match this to the probe attenuation factor to have an accurate reading of vertical scale.

If you are measuring current by probing the voltage drop across a resistor, choose YES.

range is 100 mA/V - 1 KA/V. Amps/Volts ratio = 1/Resistor value

Limit the channel bandwidth to 20MHz to reduce display noise.

Taking the Channel 1 for example, the measured signal is a square wave signal containing the direct current bias. The operation steps are shown as below:

(1) Push the CH1 button to show the CH1 SETUP menu. (2) Select Coupling in the bottom menu.

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(3) Select DC in the right menu. Both DC and AC components of the signal are passed. (4) Select AC in the right menu. The direct current component of the signal is blocked.

2. To adjust the probe attenuation

For correct measurements, the attenuation coefficient settings in the operating menu of

the Channel should always match what is on the probe (see "How to Set the Probe Attenuation Coefficient" on P12). If the attenuation coefficient of the probe is 1:1, the

menu setting of the input channel should be set to X1.

Take the Channel 1 as an example, the attenuation coefficient of the probe is 10:1, the operation steps are shown as follows:

(1) Push the CH1 button to show the CH1 SETUP menu. (2) Select Probe in the bottom menu. Select Attenu in the right menu, turn the M knob

to set it as 10×.

3. To measure current by probing the voltage drop across a resistor

Take the Channel 1 as an example, if you are measuring current by probing the voltage drop across a 1Ω resistor, the operation steps are shown as follows:

(1) Push the CH1 button to show CH1 SETUP menu. (2) Select Probe in the bottom menu. In the right menu, set MeasCurr as YES, the

A/V radio menu will appear below. Select it; turn the M knob to set the Amps/Volts ratio. Amps/Volts ratio = 1/Resistor value. Here the A/V radio should be set to 1.

4. To invert a waveform

Waveform inverted: the displayed signal is turned 180 degrees against the phase of the earth potential.

Taking the Channel 1 for example, the operation steps are shown as follows:

(1) Push the CH1 button to show the CH1 SETUP menu. (2) Select Inverted in the bottom menu, switch to ON. the waveform is inverted. Push

again to switch to OFF, the waveform goes back to its original one.

5. To set bandwidth limit

When high frequency components of a waveform are not important to its analysis, the bandwidth limit control can be used to reject frequencies above 20 MHz.

Taking the Channel 1 for example, the operation steps are shown as below:

(1) Push the CH1 button to show CH1 SETUP menu. (2) Select Limit in the bottom menu. (3) Select Full band in the right menu. The high frequency of the signal will be

allowed to pass.

(4) Select 20M in the right menu. The bandwidth is limited to 20 MHz. The

frequencies above 20MHz will be rejected.

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Function Menu

Setting

Description

CH1

CH4

Select the sign of mathematical

CH1

CH4

Vertical

(V/div)

Turn the M knob to adjust the vertical division of the Math waveform

CH1

CH4

Hamming

Switch to select the horizontal position or

M knob to adjust it

Use Mathematical Manipulation Function

The Mathematical Manipulation function is used to show the results of the addition, multiplication, division and subtraction operations between two channels, the FFT operation for a channel, advanced math feature including Intg, Diff, Sqrt, user defined function, and digital filter. Press the Math button to display the menu on the bottom.

The Waveform Calculation menu:

Waveform

Math

Factor1

Sign + - * /

Factor2

Vertical

(div)

Source

Turn the M knob to adjust the vertical position of the Math waveform

CH2 CH3

Select the signal source of the factor1

manipulation

Select the signal source of the factor2

Select the FFT source.

Rectangle

Blackman

Window

FFT

Format

Hori (Hz)

Hanning

Kaiser

Bartlett

Vrms

Position value

Time base value/

Select window for FFT.

Select Vrms for Format.

Select dB for Format.

time base of the FFT waveform, turn the

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Switch to select the vertical position or voltage division of the FFT waveform, turn the M knob to adjust it

User

Function

CH1 CH2

Only the signals whose frequencies are

off frequency

can pass the filter.

Only the signals whose frequencies are greater than the current cutoff frequency can pass the filter.

Only the signals whose frequencies are

ower than the current cutoff

frequency upper can pass the filter.

Only the signals whose frequencies are lower than the current cutoff frequency

or greater than the current cutoff

frequency upper can pass the filter.

Retangular

Blackman

cut-off

upper down

Vertical

(div)

Turn the M knob to adjust the vertical position of Math waveform

Position value

Vertical

Intg, Diff, Sqrt, and user defined function

Division value/

DIR

channel

type

window

low-pass

high-pass

band-pass

band-reject

Tapered

Triangular

Hanning

Hamming

Select channel

lower than the current cut-

greater than the cutoff frequency down and l

down

Select window for digital filter

fre

Waveform math

Taking the additive operation between Channel 1 and Channels 2 for example, the operation steps are as follows:

1. Press the Math button to display the math menu in the bottom. The pink M waveform appears on the screen.

2. Select Waveform Math in the bottom menu.

3. In the right menu, select Factor1 as CH1.

4. Select Sign as + in the right menu.

5. In the right menu, select Factor2 as CH2.

Turn the M knob to set cut-off frequency

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Channel

Confirm

Clear

Operators

Integral

Differential Square root

Expression

6. Select Vertical (div) in the right menu, turn the M knob to adjust the vertical position of Math waveform.

7. Select Vertical (V/div) in the right menu, turn the M knob to adjust the vertical division of Math waveform.

User defined function

1. Press the Math button to display the math menu in the bottom.

2. Select User Function in the bottom menu, an expression input keyboard pops up.

3. Create an expression. When done, choose

in the keyboard to confirm

. The

division of Math waveform is displayed at the left bottom of screen.

Digital Filter

Digital filter provides 4 types of filters (low pass, high pass, band pass and band reject). The specified frequencies can be filtered by setting the cut-off frequency. Digital filter can only apply to CH1 or CH2.

1. Press the Math button to display the math menu in the bottom.

2. Select DIR in the bottom menu.

3. In the right menu, select channel as CH1 or CH2.

4. In the right menu, select type, select the desired filter type.

5. In the right menu, select window, select the desired window.

6. When low-pass or high-pass type is selected, select cut-off fre in the right menu.

When band-pass or band-reject type is selected, select upper or down in the right menu. Turn M knob to adjust the frequency.

7. In the right menu, select Vertical (div), turn M knob to adjust the vertical position of

Math waveform. The voltage division of Math waveform is the same as the selected channel.

Note: On the Scan format, digital filter is disabled.

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Type

Characteristics

Window

It has slightly better

nsients or bursts where the signal levels

before and after the event are significantly

Using FFT function

The FFT (fast Fourier transform) math function mathematically converts a time-domain waveform into its frequency components. It is very useful for analyzing the input signal on Oscilloscope. You can match these frequencies with known system frequencies, such as system clocks, oscillators, or power supplies.

FFT function in this oscilloscope transforms 8192 data points of the time-domain signal into its frequency components mathematically (the record length should be 10K or above). The final frequency contains 4096 points ranging from 0Hz to Nyquist frequency.

Taking the FFT operation for example, the operation steps are as follows:

1. Press the Math button to display the math menu in the bottom.

2. Select FFT in the bottom menu.

3. In the right menu, select Source as CH1.

4. Select Window in the right menu; select the proper window type in the left menu.

5. Select Format as Vrms or dB in the right menu.

6. Select Hori in the right menu; select repeatedly to make the symbol in front of Hz,

turn the M knob to adjust the horizontal position of FFT waveform; then select to make the symbol in front of the Hz/div below, turn the M knob to adjust the time base of FFT waveform.

7. Select Vertical in the right menu; do the same operations as above to set the vertical

position and voltage division.

To select the FFT window

■ There are 6 FFT windows. Each one has trade-offs between frequency resolution and

magnitude accuracy. What you want to measure and your source signal characteristics help you to determine which window to use. Use the following guidelines to select the best window.

Better solution for magnitude than Rectangle, and good for frequency as well. frequency resolution than Hanning.

Recommend to use for:

Hamming

 Sine, periodic and narrow band random noise.  Tra

different.

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Transients or bursts where the signal levels before and after the event are significantly

The frequency resolution when using the Kaiser

The Bartlett window is a slightly narrower variant

Best solution for frequency, worst for magnitude.

Best type for measuring the frequency spectrum of nonrepetitive signals and measuring frequency components near DC.

Recommend to use for:

Rectangle

Blackman

Hanning

 Transients or bursts, the signal level before and

after the event are nearly equal.

 Equal-amplitude sine waves with frequencies

those are very close.

 Broadband random noise with a relatively slow

varying spectrum.

Best solution for magnitude, worst for frequency.

Recommend to use for:

 Single frequency waveforms, to find higher

order harmonics.

Good for magnitude, but poorer frequency resolution than Hamming.

Recommend to use for:

 Sine, periodic and narrow band random noise. 

different.

window is fair; the spectral leakage and amplitude accuracy are both good.

Kaiser

The Kaiser window is best used when frequencies are very close to the same value but have widely differing amplitudes (the side lobe level and shape factor are closest to the traditional Gaussian RBW). This window is also good for random signals.

Bartlett

of the triangular window, with zero weight at both ends.

Notes for using FFT

 Use the default dB scale for details of multiple frequencies, even if they have very

different amplitudes. Use the Vrms scale to compare frequencies.

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 DC component or offset can cause incorrect magnitude values of FFT waveform. To

minimize the DC component, choose AC Coupling on the source signal.

 To reduce random noise and aliased components in repetitive or single-shot events, set

the oscilloscope acquisition mode to average.

What is Nyquist frequency?

The Nyquist frequency is the highest frequency that any real-time digitizing oscilloscope can acquire without aliasing. This frequency is half of the sample rate. Frequencies above the Nyquist frequency will be under sampled, which causes aliasing. So pay more attention to the relation between the frequency being sampled and measured.

Use Vertical Position and Scale Knobs

The 4 channels use the same Vertical Position and Vertical Scale knobs. If you want to set the vertical scale and vertical position of a channel, press CH1, CH2, CH3 or CH4 at first to select the desired channel. Then turn the Vertical Position and Vertical Scale knobs to set the values.

1. The Vertical Position knob is used to adjust the vertical positions of the selected

waveforms. The analytic resolution of this control knob changes with the vertical division. When the Vertical Position knob is rotated, the pointer of the earth datum point of the selected channel is directed to move up and down following the waveform, and the

position message at the center of the screen would change accordingly (see Figure 4-1).

2. The Vertical Scale knob is used to regulate the vertical resolution of the selected

wave forms. The sensitivity of the vertical division steps as 1-2-5. The vertical scale is displayed at

the left bottom corner of the screen (see Figure 4-1).

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Figure 4-1 Information about Vertical Scale

How to Set the Horizontal System

The HORIZONTAL CONTROLS includes the Horizontal HOR button and such knobs as Horizontal Position and Horizontal Scale.

1. Horizontal Position knob: this knob is used to adjust the horizontal positions of all channels (include those obtained from the mathematical manipulation), the analytic resolution of which changes with the time base.

2. Horizontal Scale knob: it is used to set the horizontal scale factor for setting the main time base or the window.

3. Horizontal HOR button: push it to switch between the normal mode and the wave zoom mode. For more detailed operations, see the introductions below.

Zoom the Waveform

Push the Horizontal HOR button to enter wave zoom mode. The top half of the display shows the Main window and the bottom half displays the Zoom window. The Zoom window is a magnified portion of the Main window.

Figure 4-2 Wave Zoom Mode

In normal mode, the Horizontal Position and Horizontal Scale knobs are used to adjust the horizontal position and time base of the Main window. In wave zoom mode, the Horizontal Position and Horizontal Scale knobs are used to adjust the horizontal position and time base of the Zoom window.

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How to Set the Trigger/Decoding System

Trigger determines when DSO starts to acquire data and display waveform. Once trigger is set correctly, it can convert the unstable display to meaningful waveform. When DSO starts to acquire data, it will collect enough data to draw waveform on left of trigger point. DSO continues to acquire data while waiting for trigger condition to occur. Once it detects a trigger it will acquire enough data continuously to draw the waveform on right of trigger point. Trigger control area consists of 1 knob and 2 menu buttons. Trigger Level: The knob that set the trigger level; push the knob and the level

will be set as the vertical mid point values of the amplitude of the trigger signal.

Force: Force to create a trigger signal and the function is mainly used in

"Normal" and "Single" mode.

Trigger Menu: The button that activates the trigger control menu.

Trigger Control

The oscilloscope provides three trigger types: single trigger, logic trigger and bus trigger. Each type of trigger has different sub menus.

Press Trigger Menu panel button, then bottom menu Trigger Type, select Single, Logic or Bus Trigger on the popup right menus, turn the M knob to choose different trigger types.

Single trigger: Use a trigger level to capture stable waveforms in two channels

simultaneously.

Logic trigger: Trigger the signal according to the condition of logic relationship.

Bus trigger: Set bus timing trigger.

The Single Trigger, Logic Trigger and Bus Trigger menus are described respectively as follows:

Single Trigger

Single trigger has eight types: edge trigger, video trigger, pulse trigger, slope trigger, runt trigger, windows trigger, timeout trigger and Nth edge trigger.

Edge Trigger: It occurs when the trigger input passes through a specified voltage

level with the specified slope.

Video Trigger: Trigger on fields or lines for standard video signal.

Pulse Trigger: Find pulses with certain widths. Slope Trigger: The oscilloscope begins to trigger according to the signal rising or

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Settings

Instruction

Single Mode

Edge

Set vertical channel trigger type as edge trigger.

CH1

AC Line

Channel 1 as trigger signal.

AC power line as trigger signal.

Block the direct current component.

component pass. (LF menu is only for specific models)

Trigger on rising edge Trigger on falling edge

Auto

falling speed.

Runt Trigger: Trigger pulses that pass through one trigger level but fail to pass

through the other trigger level.

Windows Trigger: Provide a high trigger level and low trigger level, the oscilloscope

triggers when the input signal passes through the high trigger level or the low trigger level.

Timeout Trigger: The oscilloscope triggers when the time interval from when the

rising edge (or the falling edge) passes through the trigger level to when the neighbouring falling edge (or the rising edge) passes through the trigger level is greater than the timeout time set.

Nth Edge Trigger: The oscilloscope triggers on the Nth edge that appears on the

specified idle time.

The eight trigger modes in Single Trigger are described respectively as follows:

1. Edge Trigger

An edge trigger occurs on trigger level value of the specified edge of input signal. Select Edge trigger mode to trigger on rising edge or falling edge. In Edge Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right of

the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type is edge,

trigger source is CH1, coupling is DC, and trigger level is 0.00mV.

Edge menu list:

Source

Coupling

Slope

CH2 CH3 CH4

DC HF

Channel 2 as trigger signal. Channel 3 as trigger signal. Channel 4 as trigger signal.

Allow all component pass. Block the high-frequency signal, only low-frequency component pass. Block the low-frequency signal, only high-frequency

Mode

Holdoff

Normal Single

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurs Acquire waveform when trigger occurs When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

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Holdoff

to move cursor to

Set Holdoff time as default value (100 ns).

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Single Mode

Video

Set vertical channel trigger type as video trigger

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source

Select CH4 as the trigger source

NTSC

SECAM

Line

Synchronic trigger in video line

Mode

Holdoff

100 ns - 10 s, turn the M knob or click to set time

interval before another trigger occur, press

Reset

Trigger Level: trigger level indicates vertical trig position of the channel, turn the trig level knob or slide on the touch screen upward and downward to move trigger level, during setting, an orange red dotted line displays to show trig position, and the value of trigger level changes at the right corner, after setting, dotted line disappears.

panel button or click

choose which digit to be set.

2. Video Trigger

Choose video trigger to trigger on fields or lines of NTSC, PAL or SECAM standard video signals. In Video Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right of

the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type is Video, trigger

source is CH1, and Sync type is Even.

Video Trigger menu list:

Source

Modu

Sync

3. Pulse Width Trigger

CH2 CH3

PAL

Field

Odd

Even

Line NO.

Auto Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Select CH2 as the trigger source Select CH3 as the trigger source

Select video modulation

Synchronic trigger in video field Synchronic trigger in video odd filed Synchronic trigger in video even field Synchronic trigger in designed video line, turn the M

knob or click to set the line number

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SETTING

INSTRUCTION

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source

Select CH4 as the trigger source

AC DC

Not allow DC portion to pass. Allow all portion pass.

Polarity

Select pulse width condition and adjust the M knob

to move cursor to choose

which digit to be set.

Auto

Reset

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Set Holdoff time as 100 ns

Pulse trigger occurs according to the width of pulse. The abnormal signals can be detected through setting up the pulse width condition.

In Pulse Width Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom

right of the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type

is pulse width, trigger source is CH1, coupling is DC, polarity is positive, and trigger level is 0.00mV.

Pulse Width Trigger menu list:

Single Mode Pulse Set vertical channel trigger type as pulse trigger.

Source

Coupling

when

CH2 CH3

Normal

Single

Select CH2 as the trigger source Select CH3 as the trigger source

Choose the polarity

or click to set time, press panel

button or click

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

Mode

Holdoff

4. Slope Trigger

Slope trigger sets the oscilloscope as the positive/negative slope trigger within the specified time. In Slope Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right of

100 ns - 10 s, adjust M knob or click to set time

interval before another trigger occur, press

panel button or click to move cursor to

choose which digit to be set.

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SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Single

Mode

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source

Select CH4 as the trigger source

slope

panel button or click

to move cursor to choose which digit to be

set.

High level

Slew rate

Adjust M knob to set the High level upper limit.

Slew rate = (High level - Low level) / Settings

Auto

Reset

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Set Holdoff time as 100 ns

the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type is slope,

trigger source is CH1, slope is rising, 0.00mV is the differential between up level and low level threshold.

Slope trigger menu list:

Slope Set vertical channel trigger type as slope trigger.

Source

When

Threshold

&SlewRate

CH2 CH3

Low level

Normal

Single

Select CH2 as the trigger source Select CH3 as the trigger source

Slope selecting

Set slope condition; turn the M knob or click to

set slope time, press

Adjust M knob to set Low level lower limit.

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

Mode

Holdoff

5.Runt Trigger

Trigger pulses that pass through one trigger level but fail to pass through the other trigger level. Shown as below figure, In Runt Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right of

the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type is runt,

100 ns – 10 s, turn the M knob or click to set

time interval before another trigger occur, press

panel button or click to move cursor to

choose which digit to be set.

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SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Single

Mode

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source

Select CH4 as the trigger source

threshold.

Positive Polarity, the oscilloscope triggers on the

negative runt pulse.

width.

trigger source is CH1, polarity is positive, 0.00mV is the differential between up level and low level threshold.

Runt Trigger

Runt Trigger menu list:

Runt Set vertical channel trigger type as runt trigger.

Source

Threshold

Condition

CH2 CH3

Up Level

Low Level

Polarity

Select CH2 as the trigger source Select CH3 as the trigger source

Adjust the M knob or click to set the up level

threshold.

Adjust the M knob or click to set the low level

positive runt pulse. Negative Polarity, the oscilloscope triggers on the

Adjust the M knob or click to set pulse width,

press panel button or click to

move cursor to choose which digit to be set. Trigger when runt pulse is greater than the set pulse width. Trigger when runt pulse equals to the set pulse width. Trigger when runt pulse is lower than the set pulse

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Auto

Reset

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Set Holdoff time as 100 ns

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Single

Mode

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source

Select CH4 as the trigger source

threshold.

Positive Polarity, the oscilloscope triggers on the

negative Windows pulse.

Mode

Holdoff

Normal

Single

Holdoff

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

100 ns - 10 s, adjust M knob or click to set time

interval before another trigger occur， press

panel button or click to move cursor to choose

which digit to be set.

6.Windows Trigger

Provide a high trigger level and low trigger level, the oscilloscope triggers when the input signal passes through the high trigger level or the low trigger level. In Windows Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right

of the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type is

windows, trigger source is CH1, polarity is positive, 0.00mV the differential between up level and low level threshold.

Windows Trigger menu list:

Windows Set vertical channel trigger type as Windows trigger.

Source

Threshold

CH2 CH3

Up Level

Low Level

Select CH2 as the trigger source Select CH3 as the trigger source

Adjust the M knob or click to set the up level

threshold.

Adjust the M knob or click to set the low level

Polarity

Condition

positive Windows pulse. Negative Polarity, the oscilloscope triggers on the

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nal enters the

Exit: Triggers when the trigger signal exits the

Time: Specify the hold time of the input signal after entering the specified trigger level. The oscilloscope

Auto

Reset

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Set Holdoff time as 100 ns

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Single

Mode

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source

Select CH4 as the trigger source

Enter: Triggers when the trigger sig specified trigger level range.

specified trigger level range.

triggers when the accumulated hold time is greater than the windows time. Available range is 30ns-10s, default 100ns.

Normal

Single

Mode

Holdoff

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

100 ns - 10 s, adjust M knob or click to set time

interval before another trigger occur, press

panel button or click to move cursor to choose

which digit to be set.

7.Timeout Trigger

The oscilloscope triggers when the time interval from when the rising edge (or the falling edge) passes through the trigger level to when the neighbouring falling edge (or the rising edge) passes through the trigger level is greater than the timeout time set. In Timeout Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right

of the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type is Timeout,

trigger source is CH1, edge is positive, 0.00mV is up level or low level threshold.

Timeout Trigger menu list:

Timeout Set vertical channel trigger type as Timeout trigger.

Source

CH2 CH3

Select CH2 as the trigger source Select CH3 as the trigger source

Edge

Start timing when the rising edge of the input signal

passes through the trigger level.

Set idle time. Idle time means the minimum time of idle clock before searching data that can meet trigger conditions. Available range is 30ns-10s, default 100ns.

Auto

Reset

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Set Holdoff time as 100 ns

Edge

Configure Idle Time

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passes through the trigger level. Start timing when the falling edge of the input signal

Normal

Single

Mode

Holdoff

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

100 ns - 10 s, adjust M knob or click to set time

interval before another trigger occur, press

panel button or click move cursor to choose

which digit to be set.

8.Nth Edge trigger

The oscilloscope triggers on the Nth edge that appears on the specified idle time. As figure shown below, the oscilloscope should trigger on the second falling edge after the specified idle time and the idle time should be set to P1/P2/P3/P4 < Idle Time < M. Wherein, M, P1, P2, P3 and P4 are positive or negative pulse width participating in the counting.

In Nth Edge Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right

of the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type is Nth

Edge, trigger source is CH1, -150V is up level or low level threshold.

Nth Edge Trigger menu list:

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Single

Mode

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source

Select CH4 as the trigger source

Edge

Trigger on the rising edge of the input signal when

voltage level meets the specified trigger level.

Set idle time before the edge counting in Nth Edge

range is 30ns-10s, default 100ns.

Auto

Reset

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Set Holdoff time as 100 ns

Nth Edge Set vertical channel trigger type as Nth Edge trigger.

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Nth Edge Trigger

Source

Edge

Configure

CH2 CH3

Idle Time

Edge Num

Normal

Single

Select CH2 as the trigger source Select CH3 as the trigger source

voltage level meets the specified trigger level. Trigger on the falling edge of the input signal when

Trigger. Adjust M knob or click to set idle time

press panel button or click to

move cursor to choose which digit to be set. Available

Set the edge number value of “N” in Nth Edge trigger.

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

Mode

Holdoff

Logic Trigger

Trigger according to logic relation.

In Logic Trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right of the screen, for example, trigger type is Logic, logic mode is AND, CH1 high level and trigger level is 0.00mV.

Logic Trigger menu list:

100 ns - 10 s, adjust M knob or click to set time

interval before another trigger occur, press

panel button or click move cursor to choose

which digit to be set.

，indicates that

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SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Mode

Logic

Set vertical channel trigger type as Logic trigger.

AND

XOR

Set logic mode as AND.

Set logic mode as XOR.

CH1

Set CH1 as High Level, Low level, high or low level,

：

at the same time.

Goes True

Trigger when condition turns True from False.

Goes False

Trigger when condition turns False from True.

Trigger when the time of true condition is greater than the set time

Trigger when the time of true condition is equal to the set time

Trigger when the time of true condition is lower than the set time

Auto

Reset

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

Set Holdoff time as 100 ns

Logic Mode

Input Mode

Out Mod

XNOR

CH2

CH3

CH4

Is True >

Is True =

Set logic mode as OR. Set logic mode as XNOR.

Rise and Fall. Set CH2 as High Level, Low level, high or low level, Rise and Fall. Set CH3 as High Level, Low level, high or low level, Rise and Fall. Set CH4 as High Level, Low level, high or low level, Rise and Fall.

Note

Fall, the other channel could not be set as Rise and Fall

When input mode of one channel is set as Rise or

Is True <

Normal

Single

Mode

Holdoff

Bus Trigger

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

100 ns - 10 s, adjust M knob or click to set time

interval before another trigger occur, press

panel button or click move cursor to choose

which digit to be set.

1. RS232 Trigger

RS232 is a serial communication mode used in the data transmission between PCs or between PC and Terminal. A character is transmitted as a frame of data which consist of 1bit start bit, 5-8bits data bits, 1bit check bit and 1-2 stop bits.

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SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Sour

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source.

Select CH4 as the trigger source.

Pola

Nor mal

Select polarity of data transmission as Normal. Select

Inve

rted

Trigger on the start frame of position. After choosing this condition, press Configure to enter detailed settings.

Trigger when error frame is detected. After choosing this condition, press Configure to enter detailed settings.

Trigger when Chk Error is detected. After choosing this condition, press Configure to enter detailed settings.

Trigger on the last bit of the preset data. After choosing this condition, press Configure to enter detailed settings.

Common Baud: adjust M knob to choose common

from 50 to 10,000,000.

Stop Bit：Select “1”or ”2”.

baud.

In RS232 bus trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom

right of the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger type

is RS232, CH1 trigger level is 0.00mV. Format as shown in the figure below,

RS232 Trigger

RS232 Trigger menu list:

Bus Type RS232 Set vertical channel bus type as RS232 trigger.

Input

When

CH2 CH3

rity

Start

Error

Chk Error

Data

Select CH2 as the trigger source. Select CH3 as the trigger source.

polarity of data transmission as Inverted.

Start

Configure

Error

baud. Custom Baud: adjust M knob to choose baud, ranges

Parity: “NO””EVEN””ODD” Common Baud: adjust M knob to choose common

Custom Baud: adjust M knob to choose baud, ranges from 50 to 10,000,000.

Chk Error

Even-Odd：Select Even or Odd.

from 50 to 10,000,000.

Data Bits：Set as 5、6、7、8 bits.

0-63, 0-127 or 0-255.

Mode

Holdoff

Auto

Single

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

SCL

SDA

Set SCL. Set SDA.

Trigger when SDA data transitions from high to low while SCL is high.

Restart

When another start condition occurs before a stop

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Common Baud: adjust M knob to choose common baud. Custom Baud: adjust M knob to choose baud, ranges

Data

Normal

Data：Set data according to data bits, ranges from 0-31,

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred

2. I2C Trigger

The I2C serial bus consists of SCL and SDA. The transmission rate is determined by SCL, and the transmission data is determined by SDA. As shown in below figure, oscilloscope can trigger on the start, restart, stop, ack lost, specific device address or data value, also device address and data value at the same time.

In I2C bus trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right

of the screen, for example, ，indicates that

trigger type is I2C, CH1 trigger level is 0.00mV, CH2 trigger level is 0.00mV.

I2C Trigger menu list:

Bus Type

Source

When

I2C Set vertical channel bus type as I2C trigger.

Start

condition.

Stop

Trigger when SDA data transitions from low to high while SCL is high.

Trigger when SDA data is high during any acknowledgement of SCL clock position.

Trigger on the read or write bit when the preset address is met.

Addr

Bits

Set address according to the preset address bits,

Note: The set is not available when Address bits is set to “8”.

Addr

Dire

ction

Search for the preset data value on SDA and trigger on the dump edge of SCL of the last bit of the data area.

Byte

Curr

Data

All Bits

Trigger when Address and Data conditions are met at the same time .

Mode

Holdoff

Auto

Single

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Ack Lost

Address

Adr

For

mat

ess

Data

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Set Address Bits to be “7”、“8”or“10”.

address range is 0-127, 0-255, 0-1023 respectively. Set Data Direction to be Read or Write.

lengt

DatF orma

Addr / Data

entB

Normal

Set data byte length, available range 1-5 bytes. Adjust

M knob or click to set byte length.

Select the data bit, ranges from 0 to (byte length*8 -1). Set data to be H, L or X (H or L)

Set all the data bits to be the specified value in Data

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred

3. SPI Trigger

Trigger on the specified data when the timeout condition is meet. When using SPI trigger, you need to specify the SCL and SDA data sources. In SPI bus trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom right

of the screen, for example, ，indicates that

trigger type is SPI, CH1 trigger level is 0.00mV, CH2 trigger level is 0.00mV.

SPI Trigger menu list:

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SCL

SDA

Set SCL. Set SDA.

Set the minimum time that SCL must be idle, that is a

Set Edge Clock as Rising edge or Falling edge. Means

Set all the data bits to be the specified value in Data.

Current Bit

Data

All Bits

Mode

Holdoff

Auto

Single

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

Bus Type

Source

Time Out Time out

SPI Set vertical channel bus type as SPI trigger.

Clock Edge

Data Bits

period of SCL, available range 100ns-10s. Time out means SCL keeps idle for a specified time before oscilloscope starts to search for the data(SDA) on

which to trigger. adjust M knob or click to set

time out, press panel button or click

move cursor to choose which digit to be set.

sample the SDA data on the rising edge or falling edge of the clock. Set the number of bits of the serial data character string. It can be set to any integer between 4-32. adjust

ClockEdg

e&Data

Normal

M knob or click to set Data Bits.

Set the number of the data bits, ranges from 0-31,

adjust M knob or click to set Current Bit.

Set the value of the current data bit as H,L or X (H or

L).

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred

4. CAN Trigger

CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication protocol of the ISO international standardization.

By using the CAN bus trigger, you can trigger on Start of Frame, Type of Frame, Identifier, Data, ID & Data, End of Frame, Missing Ack, or Bit Stuffing Error. You need to specify the signal source, trigger signal type, sample point, and signal rate of the CAN signal.

In CAN bus trigger mode, the trigger setting information is displayed on bottom

right of the screen, for example, ，indicates that trigger

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SETTING

INSTRUCTION

CH1

CH4

Select CH1 as the trigger source.

Select CH4 as the trigger source.

CAN_H

Actual CAN_H bus signal.

Received signal on the CAN signal line.

oscilloscope samples the bit level at this point. “Sample

“bit’s time”. The range is 5% to 95%.

Common

Baud

and then adjust it in this menu.

Start

Trigger on the start frame of the data frame.

Data

Remote

Error

Configure

Format

Select Standard or Extended.

Use the M knob and Direction key on the front panel to set.

Byte Length

Set the number of bytes with the M knob. The range is 1 to 8.

Set the data with the M knob

panel.

type is CAN, CH1 trigger level is -126 mV.

CAN Trigger menu list:

Bus Type CAN Set vertical channel bus type as CAN trigger.

Input

Source

Type

Sample

Point

CH2 CH3

CAN_L TX

Select CH2 as the trigger source. Select CH3 as the trigger source.

Actual CAN_L bus signal. Transmission signal on the CAN signal line.

Turn the M knob (or tap on in touchscreen) to set

the Sample point, which is a point within a bit’s time. The

point” is represented by the percentage of “the time from the start of the bit’s time to the sample point time” in the

Turn the M knob to select from the Baud list on the left.

Condition

Custom

Baud

Type

Data

Turn the M knob (or tap on in touchscreen) to set

the Baud. The range is 10,000 to 1,000,000.

Tip: You can select the nearest value in Common Baud,

Type

(Bottom

menu)

Trigger on the selected frame.

Overload

(Bottom

menu)

Configure

(Bottom

menu)

Data

and Direction key on the front

ID&Data

Format

Select Standard or Extended.

Use the M knob and Direction key on the front panel to set.

Byte Length

Set the number of bytes with the M knob. The range is 1 to 8.

Set the data with the M knob

panel.

End

Trigger on the end frame of the data frame.

Missing

Ack

Bit

Stuffing

Mode

Holdoff

Auto

Single

Acquire waveform even no trigger occurred

When trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

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Configure

(Bottom

menu)

Normal

Data

Trigger on Missing Ack.

Trigger on Bit Stuffing Error.

Acquire waveform when trigger occurred

and Direction key on the front

Bus Decoding

1. RS232 Decoding

To decode RS232 signal:

(1) Connect the RS232 signal to the Signal Input Channel of the oscilloscope. (2) Adjust to the proper time base and voltage division. (3) In trigger menu, select Bus trigger, and select bus type as RS232, set parameters

based on the characteristics of the signal, trigger the signal correctly and obtain

stable display. Refer to "RS232 Trigger" on page 44.

(4) Push the Decode button on the front panel. Select bus type as RS232. set

parameters based on the characteristics of the signal. When the parameters are set correctly, the information carried by the signal will be displayed.

Tip: If there are repetitive menu items in both trigger menu and decoding menu, you can set anyone of them, the other will be changed synchronously.

Note:  Use the Trigger Level knob to adjust the thresholds of bus trigger and bus

decoding.

 When decoding, if "Parity" is not set to "None", and the check bit error is

detected, two red error marks will be displayed in the corresponding position in the waveform.

RS232 Decoding menu list:

Bus Type RS232 Set bus type of decoding as RS232.

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Common

Baud

and then adjust it in this menu.

Set the data width of each frame to match the signal. It

set the even-odd check mode to match the polarity used

Binary

If a USB storage device is currently connected to the

in a .csv

Turn the M knob to select from the Baud list on the left.

Configure

Display

Custom

Baud

Data Bits

Parity

Format

EventTable

Save

EventTable

Turn the M knob (or tap on in touchscreen) to set

the Baud. The range is 50 to 10,000,000.

Tip: You can select the nearest value in Common Baud,

can be set to 5, 6, 7 or 8.

by the signal.

Decimal

Set the display format of the bus.

Hex

ASCII

Select "ON" to display the event table.

OFF

instrument, save the event table data (spreadsheet) formatted file on the external USB storage device.

ASCII

Table

OFF

Select "ON" to display the ASCII table.

2. I2C Decoding

To decode I2C signal:

(1) Connect the clock line (SCLK) and the data line (SDA) of the I2C signal to the

Signal Input Channels of the oscilloscope.

(2) Adjust to the proper time base and voltage division. (3) In trigger menu, select Bus trigger, and select bus type as I2C, set parameters

based on the characteristics of the signal, trigger the signal correctly and obtain

stable display. Refer to "I2C Trigger" on page 46.

(4) Push the Decode button on the front panel. Select bus type as I2C. set parameters

based on the characteristics of the signal. When the parameters are set correctly, the information carried by the signal will be displayed.

Tip: If there are repetitive menu items in both trigger menu and decoding menu, you can set anyone of them, the other will be changed synchronousl y.

Decoded information interpretation:

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Information

Abbreviation

Background

Read Address

R, Read, or do n ot di splay

Green

Write Address

W, Write, or do not display

Green

Data

D, Data, or do not display

Black

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Binary

If a USB storage device is currently connected to the

in a .csv

Note:  Use the Trigger Level knob to adjust the thresholds of bus trigger and bus

decoding.

 When the ACK (ACKnowledge Character) is not met, two red error marks will be

displayed in the corresponding position in the waveform.

I2C Decoding menu list:

Bus Type I2C Set bus type of decoding as I2C.

Display

Format

EventTable

Save

EventTable

ASCII

Table

Decimal

Hex

ASCII

OFF

instrument, save the event table data (spreadsheet) formatted file on the external USB storage device.

OFF

Set the display format of the bus.

Select "ON" to display the event table.

Select "ON" to display the ASCII table.

3. SPI Decoding

To decode SPI signal:

(1) Connect the clock line (SCLK) and the data line (SDA) of the SPI signal to the

Signal Input Channels of the oscilloscope.

(2) Adjust to the proper time base and voltage division. (3) In trigger menu, select Bus trigger, and select bus type as SPI, set parameters

based on the characteristics of the signal, trigger the signal correctly and obtain

stable display. Refer to "SPI Trigger" on page 47.

(4) Push the Decode button on the front panel. Select bus type as SPI. set parameters

based on the characteristics of the signal. When the parameters are set correctly, the information carried by the signal will be displayed.

Tip: If there are repetitive menu items in both trigger menu and decoding menu, you can set anyone of them, the other will be changed synchronousl y.

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SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Select the clock edge to match the signal, sample the

Set the minimum time that the clock (SCL) signal must Set the data width of each frame to match the signal. It

Bit Order

Select LS First or MS First to match the signal.

Binary

If a USB storage device is currently connected to the

in a .csv

Note:  Use the Trigger Level knob to adjust the thresholds of bus trigger and bus

decoding.

 LS First in Bit Order menu item (Least Significant Bit First) means that the least

significant bit will arrive first: hence e.g. the hexadecimal number 0x12, will arrive as the sequence 01001000 in binary representation, will be decoded as the reversed sequence 00010010.

SPI Decoding menu list:

Bus Type SPI Set bus type of decoding as SPI.

Configure

Display

SCLK

Time Out

Data Bits

Format

EventTable

Save

EventTable

SDA data on the rising or falling edge of the clock.

be idle before the oscilloscope starts to search for the data (SDA) on which to trigger. The range is 30 ns to 10 s.

can be set to any integer between 4 and 32.

Decimal

Set the display format of the bus.

Hex

ASCII

Select "ON" to display the event table.

OFF

instrument, save the event table data (spreadsheet) formatted file on the external USB storage device.

ASCII

Table

OFF

4. CAN Decoding

To decode CAN signal:

(1) Connect the CAN signal to the Signal Input Channel of the oscilloscope. (2) Adjust to the proper time base and voltage division. (3) In trigger menu, select Bus trigger, and select bus type as CAN, set parameters

based on the characteristics of the signal, trigger the signal correctly and obtain

stable display. Refer to "CAN Trigger" on page 48.

Select "ON" to display the ASCII table.

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Information

Abbreviation

Background

Identifier

I, ID, or do not display

Green

Overload Frame

Green

Error Frame

Green

Data Length code

L, DLC, or d o not display

Blue

Data

D, Data, or do not display

Black

Error: Red

SETTING

INSTRUCTION

Binary

If a USB storage device is currently connected to the

in a .csv

(4) Push the Decode button on the front panel. Select bus type as CAN. set

parameters based on the characteristics of the signal. When the parameters are set correctly, the information carried by the signal will be displayed.

Tip: If there are repetitive menu items in both trigger menu and decoding menu, you can set anyone of them, the other will be changed synchronousl y.

Decoded information interpretation:

Cyclic Redundancy Check C, CRC, or do not display

Note:

 Use the Trigger Level knob to adjust the thresholds of bus trigger and bus

decoding.

 When the ACK (ACKnowledge Character) of Data Frame or Remote Frame is

not met, two red error marks will be displayed in the corresponding position in the waveform.

 Error Frame, Remote Frame, and Overload Frame will be identified in the "Data"

column in the event table (Data Frame will not be identified).

CAN Decoding menu list:

Bus Type CAN Set bus type of decoding as CAN.

Format

Decimal

Hex

Set the display format of the bus.

Valid: Purple

ASCII

EventTable

Display

Save

EventTable

ASCII

Table

OFF

instrument, save the event table data (spreadsheet) formatted file on the external USB storage device.

OFF

Select "ON" to display the event table.

Select "ON" to display the ASCII table.

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Function Menu

Setting

Description

Sample

Normal sampling mode.

Use to capture maximal and minimal samples. Finding highest and lowest points

It is used for the

d the

possibility of reducing the confusion.

Function Menu

Setting

Description

1000

10K

100K

10M

20M

40M

Function Menu

Setting

Description

8-bit

12-bit

14-bit

Function Menu

Setting

Description

Sinx/x

Use sine(x)/x interpolation

Use linear interpolation

How to Operate the Function Menu

The function menu control zone includes 8 function menu buttons: Measure, Acquire, Utility, Cursor, Autoscale, Save, Display, Help and 3 immediate-execution buttons: Autoset, Run/Stop, Single.

How to Implement Sampling Setup

Push the Acquire button, Acqu Mode, Length, PERF Mode (only for the oscilloscope with A in the model name) and Intrpl is shown in the bottom menu.

The description of the Acqu Mode menu is shown as follows:

Acqu

Peak Detect

Mode

Average 4, 16, 64, 128

The description of the Record Length menu is shown as follows:

Length

The description of PERF Mode menu (only for the oscilloscope with A in the model name) is shown as follows:

over adjacent intervals. detection of the jamming burr an

It is used to reduce the random and don't-care noises, with the optional number of averages.

Choose the record length

Note: When four channels are turned on, the

max record length is 10M; and max 20M for two channels; max 40M for one channel.

PERF Mode

The description of the Intrpl menu is shown as follows:

Intrpl

Set the vertical resolution (A/D)

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Interpolation method is a processing method to connect the sampled points, using some points to calculate the whole appearance of the waveform. Select the appropriate interpolation method according to the actual signal.

Sine(x)/x interpolation: Connect the sampled points with curved lines.

Linear interpolation: Connect the sampled points with straight lines. This method is

suitable to rebuild the straight-edged signals, such as square or pulse wave.

Figure 4-3 Sine(x)/x interpolation

Figure 4-4 Linear interpolation

How to Set the Display System

Push the Display button and the Display menu is shown as follows:

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Function Menu

Setting

Description

Dots

Only the sampling points are displayed.

in the display is filled with the vector form.

OFF

Infinity

OFF

Full

Screen

OFF

Erase the results of previous acquisitions from the display. The oscilloscope will start to accumulate acquisitions again.

Type

Persist

&Color

XY Mode

Counter

Clear

Persist

Color

Enable

Vect

1 Second 2 Seconds 5 Seconds

The space between the adjacent sampling points

Set the persistence time

Turn on/off the color temperature function

Turn on/off XY display function

Turn on/off the full screen view in XY mode

Turn on/off counter

Persist

When the Persist function is used, the persistence display effect of the picture tube oscilloscope can be simulated. The reserved original data is displayed in fade color and the new data is in bright color.

(1) Push the Display button. (2) Select Persist or Persist&Color in the bottom menu. (3) For the model without A, select Persist in the right menu. (4) In the Time menu, select the persist time, including OFF, 1 Second, 2 Seconds,

5 Seconds and Infinity. When the "Infinity" option is set for Persist Time, the measuring points will be stored till the controlling value is changed. Select OFF to turn off persistence and clear the display.

(5) Select Clear in the bottom menu to erase the results of previous acquisitions from

the display. The oscilloscope will start to accumulate acquisitions again.

Color

Color temperature function uses color-grading to indicate frequency of occurrence. The hot colors like red/yellow indicate frequently occurring events, and the colder colors like blue/green indicate rarely occurring events.

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Cold Hot

(1) Push the Display button. (2) Select Persist&Color in the bottom menu. (3) Select Color in the right menu, choose between ON/OFF.

Figure 4-5 The col or temperature function is on

XY Format

This format is only applicable to Channel 1 and Channel 2. After the XY display format is selected, Channel 1 is displayed in the horizontal axis and Channel 2 in the vertical axis; the oscilloscope is set in the un-triggered sample mode: the data are displayed as bright spots.

The operations of all control knobs are as follows:

 The Horizontal Scale and the Horizontal Position knobs are used to set the

horizontal scale and position.

 The Vertical Scale and the Vertical Position knobs are used to set the vertical

scale and position.

The following functions can not work in the XY Format:

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Function Menu

Setting

Description

Wave

Clone

Choose the saving type.

and Recall a waveform” on P70.

When the type is Wave, the menu shows as following:

Format

For internal storage, only BIN can be

can be BIN, TXT or CSV.

 Reference or digital wave form

 Cursor

 Trigger control

 FFT

Operation steps:

1. Push the Display button.

2. Select XY Mode in the bottom menu. Select Enable as ON in the right menu.

3. To make the XY view full screen, select Full Screen as ON in the right menu.

Counter

It is a 6-digit single-channel counter. The counter can only measure the frequency of the triggering channel. The frequency range is from 2Hz to the full bandwidth. Only if the measured channel is in Edge mode of Single trigger type, the counter can be enabled. The counter is displayed at the right bottom of the screen.

Operation steps:

1. Push Trigger Menu button, set the trigger type to Single, set the trigger mode to Edge, select the signal source.

2. Push the Display button.

3. Select Counter as ON or OFF in the bottom menu.

How to Save and Recall a Waveform

Push the Save button, you can save the waveforms, configures, screen images, record or clone the waveform.

The description of the Save Function Menu is shown as the following table:

Type

Configure

Image

Record

About the Record type, see "How to Record/Playback Waveforms" on P66. About the Clone type, see “How to Clone

Type

Wave

(Right menu)

selected. For external storage, the format

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CH1

(or MathFFT)

certain channel is off, the corresponding

Wave0 to

Wave99

Choose the address which the waveform is saved to or recall from.

Recall or close the waveform stored in the

When the show is

the address number and relevant

will prompt "None is saved".

Close all the waveforms stored in the object address.

Save the waveform of the source to the

s set, you can save the

in the

menu, you can select the

storage format.

When the type is Configure, the menu shows as following:

Setting1

Save the current oscilloscope configure to the internal storage

Recall the configure from the selected address

When the type is Image, the menu shows as following:

Source

Object & Show

Save

Object

Show

CH2 CH3 CH4

Math

OFF

Close All

Check the waveform to be saved. (If

menu item will be disabled.)

current object address. ON, if the current object address has been used, the stored waveform will be shown,

information will be displayed at the top left of the screen; if the address is empty, it

selected address. Whatever the Type of save menu i waveform by just pressing the Copy panel button in any user interface. Select Type in the bottom menu, right Format

Storage

Configure

Save

Load

Internal

External

…..

Setting8

Save to internal storage or USB storage. When External is selected, save the waveform according to the current record length (see "Record Length menu" on P55); the file name is editable. The BIN waveform file could be open by PeakTech waveform analysis software (on the supplied CD).

The setting address

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Save the current display screen. The file

file name is editable. The file is stored in BMP format.

can be only stored in a USB storage, so a

Save

USB storage must be connected first. The

Save and Recall the Waveform

The oscilloscope can store 100 waveforms, which can be displayed with the current waveform at the same time. The stored waveform called out can not be adjusted.

In order to save the waveform of CH1, CH2 and Math into the address 1, the operation steps should be followed:

1. Turn on CH1, CH2 and Math channels.

2. Push the Save button.

3. Saving: Select Type in the bottom menu, select Wave in the left menu.

4. Select Storage in the bottom menu, select Internal in the right menu.

5. Select Source in the bottom menu, check CH1, CH2, Math in the right menu for

Source.

6. Select Object & Show in the bottom menu, select Wave1 as object address in the

left menu.

7. Select Save in the bottom menu to save the waveform.

8. Recalling: Select Object & Show in the bottom menu, select Wave1 in the left

menu. In the right menu, select Show as ON, the waveform stored in the address will be shown, the address number and relevant information will be displayed at the top left of the screen.

In order to save the waveform of CH1 and CH2 into the USB storage as a BIN file, the operation steps should be followed:

1. Turn on CH1 and CH2 channels.

2. Push the Save button.

3. Saving: Select Type in the bottom menu, select Wave in the left menu.

4. Select Storage in the bottom menu, select External in the right menu.

5. Select Type in the bottom menu, select BIN in the right menu as the storage

format.

6. Select Source in the bottom menu, check CH1, CH2 in the right menu for

Source.

7. Select Save in the bottom menu, an input keyboard used to edit the file name will

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pop up. The default name is current system date and time. Select the key in the keyboard to confirm.

8. Recalling: The BIN waveform file could be open by PeakTech waveform analysis

software (on the supplied CD).

Tip:

Whatever the Type of save menu is set, you can save the waveform by just pressing the Copy panel button in any user interface. If the Storage of the save menu is set as "External", you should install the USB disk. Please refer to the contents below to install the USB disk and name the file to be saved.

Save the current screen image:

The screen image can only be stored in USB disk, so you should connect a USB disk with the instrument.

1. Install the USB disk: Insert the USB disk into the "USB Host port" of "Figure

3-1 Front panel". If an icon appears on the top right of the screen, the USB

disk is installed successfully. If the USB disk cannot be recognized, format the

USB disk according to the methods in "USB disk Requirements" on P62.

2. After the USB disk is installed, push the Save panel button, the save menu is

displayed at the bottom of the screen.

3. Select Type in the bottom menu, select Image in the left menu.

4. Select Save in the bottom menu, an input keyboard used to edit the file name will

pop up. The default name is current system date and time. Select the key in the keyboard to confirm.

USB disk Requirements

The supported format of the USB disk: FAT32 file system, the allocation unit size cannot exceed 4K, mass storage USB disk is also supported. If the USB disk doesn't work properly, format it into the supported format and try again. Follow any of the following two methods to format the USB disk: using system-provided function and using the formatting tools. (The USB disk of 8 G or 8 G above can only be formatted using the second method – using the formatting tools.)

Use system-provided function to format the USB disk

1. Connect the USB disk to the computer.

2. Right click Computer- Manage to enter Computer Management interface.

3. Click Disk Management menu, and information about the USB disk will display

on the right side with red mark 1 and 2.

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Figure 4-6: Disk Management of computer

4. Right click 1 or 2 red mark area, choose Format. And system will pop up a

warning message, click Yes .

Figure 4-7: Format the USB disk warning

5. Set File System as FAT32, Allocation unit size 4096. Check "Perform a quick

format" to execute a quick format. Click OK, and then click Yes on the warning

message.

Figure 4-8: Formatting the USB disk setting

6. Formatting process.

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Figure 4-9: Formatting the USB disk

7. Check whether the USB disk is FAT32 with allocation unit size 4096 after

formatting.

Use Minitool Partition Wizard to format

Download URL: http://www.partitionwizard.com/free-partition-manager.html Tip: There are many tools for the USB disk formatting on the market, just take

Minitool Partition Wizard for example here.

1. Connect the USB disk to the computer.

2. Open the software Minitool Partition Wizard.

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3. Click Reload Disk on the pull-down menu at the top left or push keyboard F5,

and information about the USB disk will display on the right side with red mark 1 and 2.

Figure 4-10: Reload Disk

4. Right click 1 or 2 red mark area, choose Format.

Figure 4-11: Choose format

5. Set File System FAT32, Cluster size 4096. Click OK.

Figure 4-12: Format setting

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6. Click Apply at the top left of the menu. Then click Ye s on the pop-up warning to

begin formatting.

Figure 4-13: Apply setting

7. Formatting process

Figure 4-14: Format process

8. Format the USB disk successfully

Figure 4-15: Format successfully

How to Record/Playback Waveforms

Push Save button. Select Type in the bottom menu, in the left menu, turn the M knob to select Record.

Wave Record function can record the input current wave. You can set the interval between recorded frames in the range of 10 ms - 10 s. The max frame number reaches 1000, and you can get better analysis effect with playback and storage function. The

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Setting

Instruction

OFF

Storage

Close wave record function

Set storage menu

Turn the M knob to select the number of frames to record (1 - 1000)

Turn the M knob to select the interval between recorded frames (10ms - 10s)

OFF

Refresh wave during recording Stop refreshing

Play

Stop

Begin to record Stop recording

Setting

Instruction

Start frame

Turn the M knob to select the number of start frame

played back frames (10ms - 10s)

Loop Once

Play back the wave continuously Play back the wave just one time

Play Stop

Begin to record Stop recording

storage medium contains two kinds: Internal and External. When the storage medium is Internal, Wave Record contains four modes: OFF, Record, Playback and Storage. When storage medium is External, Wave Record contains two modes: O FF, Record.

Record: To record wave according to the interval until it reaches the end frame set. Record menu (Internal Storage) shows as follows:

Mode

Record mode

FrameSet

Refresh

Operate

Note: Both of the waveforms of Channel 1 and Channel 2 will be recorded. If a Channel is turned off while recording, the waveform of the channel is invalid in the playback mode.

Playback: Play back the wave recorded or saved. Playback menu shows as follows:

Record

Playback

End frame

Interval

Set record menu Set playback menu

to playback (1 - 1000)

End frame

Playback Mode

FrameSet

Play mode

Operate

Storage: Save the current wave according to the start frame and end frame set. Storage menu shows as follows:

Cur frame

Interval

Turn the M knob to select the number of end frame to playback (1 - 1000) Turn the M knob to select the number of current frame to playback (1 - 1000) Turn the M knob to select the interval between

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Setting

Instruction

Turn the M knob to select the number of start frame to store (1 - 1000)

Turn the M knob to select the number of end frame to store (1 - 1000)

Save

Save the waveform record file to the internal memory

Load

Load the waveform record file from the memory

Setting

Instruction

OFF

Record

Close wave record function Set record menu

Turn the M knob to select the number of frames to record (1 – 900,000)

Turn the M knob to select the interval between recorded frames (10ms - 10s)

Infinity

Record infinitely until the storage medium is full

OFF

Refresh wave during recording Stop refreshing

Storage

Mode

Frame Set

To use wave record function, do as follows: (1) Push Save button. (2) Select Type in the bottom menu, in the left menu, turn the M knob to select

Record. (3) Select Mode in the bottom menu, select OFF in the right menu. (4) In the bottom menu, select Storage as Internal. (5) Select Mode in the bottom menu, select Record in the right menu. (6) Select FrameSet in the bottom menu, set End frame and Interval in the right

menu. (7) In the bottom menu, set Refresh. (8) In the bottom menu, select Operate as Play. (9) Select Mode in the bottom menu, select Playback in the right menu. Set

FrameSet and Playmode, select Operate as Play.

(10) To save the wave recorded, select Mode in the bottom menu, select Storage in

the right menu. Select FrameSet in the bottom menu to set the range of frames to

store, select Save in the bottom menu.

(11) To load the waveform from the internal memory, select Load in the bottom menu,

then enter the Playback of the Mode to analyze the wave. Note: When playbacking the waveform, the sampling, trigger, or display function is not available.

Start frame

End frame

When storage medium is External, Wave Record contains two modes: O F F, Record.

Record menu (External Storage) shows as follows:

Mode

End frame

Record mode

FrameSet

Refresh

Interval

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Play

Stop

Begin to record Stop recording

Operate

Note: Both of the waveforms of Channel 1 and Channel 2 will be recorded. If a Channel is turned off while recording, the waveform of the channel is invalid in the playback mode. To use wave record to external, do as follows:

1. Push Save button.

2. Select Type in the bottom menu, in the left menu, turn the M knob to select

Record.

3. Select Mode in the bottom menu, select OFF in the right menu.

4. In the bottom menu, select Storage as External.

5. Select Mode in the bottom menu, select Record in the right menu.

6. Select FrameSet in the bottom menu, set End frame and Interval in the right

menu. If you want to record wave to external infinitely, select Infinity in the right

menu, the End frame will display “-”.

7. In the bottom menu, set Refresh.

8. In the bottom menu, select Operate as Play.

Connect external device to the computer, and wave_record_0.bin is the recorded

file. Open the software, and do as follows to play back the waveform.

1. Choose Communications Auto Player.

2. Transform recording waveform from machine.

3. Add the well transformed files.

4. Set play mode and time delay.

5. Click the green button on the left corner to begin playing back the waveform.

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Setting

Instruction

Type

Clone

Select the clone function.

Mode

Select the source mode. The cloned waveform includes one waveform, which

The cloned waveform includes one waveform, which

The cloned waveform includes two waveforms, which will be used for AG Out1 and AG Out2

AG Output

CH3 CH4

AG Output

CH3 CH4

Figure 4-16: Play back waveform by software

How to Clone and Recall a waveform

Push Save button. Select Type in the bottom menu, in the left menu, turn the M knob to select Clone.

You can clone one or two channel waveforms between two cursors, and save it as a cloned waveform into the internal memory or a USB memory device. You can save four cloned waveforms in the instrument internal memory. The cloned waveform files saved to a USB memory device are saved with the extension "ota".

If the optional Arbitrary Function Generator is available in your instrument, you can output the stored waveform from a file in the internal memory or in a USB memory device; and the waveform between two cursors can be output directly without save operation.

You can also use PeakTech 4125 or 4165 signal generator to read *.ota files and recall the cloned waveforms.

Clone Wave menu shows as follows:

Source

Out1

Out2

Out1&Out2

Out1

CH1 CH2

Out2

CH1 CH2

will be used for AG Out1

will be used for AG Out2

Select the source, which will be used for AG Out1

Select the source, which will be used for AG Out2

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Turn the M knob to move line a.

the

is displayed at the left bottom

Length

Frequency

Time

When the

in the bottom

menu, and set the record length to a smaller value.

Clone

available)

, and output it

Save

Save the waveform between two cursors

You can select one of the four objects in the

. When selecting a object, a message

center, show the

output,

no waveform is

"Current object: Out1 have output, Out2

ne waveform is

output,

rm is

"Current object: Out1 have output, Out2

wo waveforms are stored

in this object, its source mode is Out1&Out2.

Line

(When the

generator is

Clone

Turn the M knob to move line b. Two cursors are linked. Turn the M knob to move pair of cursors. Set the cursors to select the entire screen automatically.

The waveform information corner of the screen.

Note: If "Out Of Limits" appears in the information or message "Waveform points beyond the limit." appears on the screen, that means the length of the cloned waveform exceeds the limit. When the source mode Out1 or Out2, the maximum length is 2M; source mode is Out1&Out2, the maximum length is 1M Push the Acquire button, select Length

Clone the waveform between two cursors through the built-in generator.

Save

Storage Internal

left list will appear in the screen information of the selected object.

"Current object: Out1 have no Out2 have no output" means

stored in this object.

have no output" means o stored in this object, its source mode is Out1.

"Current object: Out1 have no Out2 have output" means one wavefo

stored in this object, its source mode is Out2.

have output" means t

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Save the waveform onto a USB memory

ory device into the port on

appears on the

top right of the screen, the USB memory

. If the USB memory device cannot be recognized, format the USB memory device according to the

onto

the USB memory device as a OTA file.

(Generator is available and internal storage is selected)

Output the waveform stored in the selected object.

device Insert a USB mem the front panel. If the icon

External

device is installed successfully

methods in "USB disk Requirements" on P62

The name is default as current system date and time. The cloned waveform will be saved

Output

The following steps take oscilloscope with dual-channel AG for instance. To

save the CH1 waveform and save to the internal/USB memory:

(1) Push Save button. (2) Select Type in the bottom menu, turn the M knob to select Clone in the left

menu.

(3) Select Source in the bottom menu, select Mode as Out1. in the right menu.

(4) Select AG Output Out1 as CH1. in the right menu.

(5) Select Line in the bottom menu. If a or b is selected, turn the M knob to move the

cursor. If ab is selected, turn the M knob to move the pair of cursors. If x is selected, the entire screen will be selected automatically.

(6) Select Save in the bottom menu.

 To save the waveform to internal memory, select Storage in the right menu

as Internal. Turn the M knob to select an object in the left menu, select Save in the right menu.

 To save the waveform onto a USB memory device, select Storage in the

right menu as External. Select Save in the right menu. An input keyboard used to edit the file name will pop up. Turn the M knob to select the keys, push the knob to input. Select the key in the keyboard to confirm. The cloned waveform will be saved onto the USB memory device as a OTA file.

To output the waveform stored in the internal memory through the generator:

(The generator is optional.)

(1) Push Save button. (2) Select Type in the bottom menu, turn the M knob to select Clone in the left

menu. (3) Select Save in the bottom menu, select Storage as Internal in the right menu. (4) Turn the M knob to select an object in the left menu.

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(5) Select Output in the right menu.

To output the waveform stored in the USB memory device through the generator:

(The generator is optional.)

(1) Push button to set the output channel of the generator.

(2) Select Arb in the bottom menu, select Others in the right menu, and select File

Browse.

(3) select Memory in the right menu as USB. The instrument lists a directory of the

folders and files on the USB memory device. Select a folder or file using the M

knob to scroll up and down the list. To enter the current folder, select Change Dir

in the right menu, select it again to return to the upper directory.

(4) Select the desired ota file, select Read in the right menu.

To output the CH1 and CH2 waveforms through the generator directly:

(The generator is optional.)

(1) Push Save button. (2) Select Type in the bottom menu, turn the M knob to select Clone in the left

menu. (3) Select Source in the bottom menu, select Mode as Out1&Out2 in the right

menu.

(4) In the right menu, select AG Output Out1 as CH1; select AG Output Out2 as

CH2.

(5) Select Line in the bottom menu. Select the cursor and move it to select the

desired waveform.

(6) Select Clone in the bottom menu. The generator will output the waveform

between two cursors.

Data format description of OTA waveform file

If the source mode is set to Out1 or Out2, OTA file consists of two parts: the file header and the

channel data. If the source mode is set to Out1&Out2, OTA file consists of three parts: file header,

the first channel data, and the second channel data. The file header represents the parameter of file

data, which is expressed in "parameter name + value". Each parameter name is a case-sensitive

string of 4 bytes. The parameter value is at least 4 bytes.

1.Format description of the file header:

1) HEAD

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

HEAD Header size 4 bytes int

2) TYPE

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

TYPE Model 12 bytes char

3) BYTE

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Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

BYTE Data length in bit 4 bytes int

4) SIZE

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

SIZE File size 4 bytes int Used to check the file

integrity

5) VOLT

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

VOLT Voltage division,

divided by 400 is

ADC resolution.

(When the source

mode is Out1&Out2,

it is the first channel

voltage division.)

6) SAMP

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

SAMP Sample rate 4 bytes float The unit is Sa/s.

7) ADCB

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

ADCB ADC bit, ADC

resolution

8) CHAN

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

CHAN Number of channels 4 bytes int 1 or 2

9) VOL2

Parameter name Meaning Value Comment

VOL2 Voltage division,

divided by 400 is

ADC resolution.

(When the source

mode is Out1&Out2,

it is the second

channel voltage

division.)

4 bytes float The value indicates voltage

(the unit is mV), such as 200

mV.

4 bytes int 8-bit or 12-bit

4 bytes float The value indicates voltage

(the unit is mV), such as 200

mV.

2.Data

The data type is signed integer. You can determine the data type (char, short int or int) based on

the BYTE parameter. The valid range is determined by the ADCB parameter, e.g. the valid range

for 8-bit ADC is -127 to +127.

How to Implement the Auxiliary System Function Setting

●Config

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Function Menu

Description

Self Cal

Carry out the self-calibration procedure.

Function Menu

Setting

Description

Chinese

Others

OFF

Hour Min

Setting Hour/Minute

Day Month

Setting Date/Month

Year

Setting Year

Lock all keys. Unlock method: push Trigger

Force button, repeat 3 times.

About

Version number and serial number showing

Function Menu

Setting

Description

BackLight

0% - 100%

Turn the M knob to adjust the backlight.

OFF

Menu Time

OFF, 5s - 30s

Set the disappear time of menu

Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Configure in the left menu. The description of Configure Menu is shown as the follows:

Language

English

Display

Choose the display language of the operating system.

On/Off the date display

Set Time

KeyLock

Menu button in trigger control area, then push

●Display

Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Display in the left menu. The description of Display Menu is shown as the follows:

Graticule

Select the grid type

Battery

Turn on or off the battery display

●Adjust

Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Adjust in the left menu. The description of Adjust Menu is shown as the follows:

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Default

Call out the factory settings.

ProbeCh.

Check whether probe attenuation is good.

Do Self Cal (Self-Calibration)

The self-calibration procedure can improve the accuracy of the oscilloscope under the ambient temperature to the greatest extent. If the change of the ambient temperature is up to or exceeds 5℃, the self-calibration procedure should be executed to obtain the highest level of accuracy.

Before executing the self-calibration procedure, disconnect all probes or wires from the input connector. Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, the function menu will display at the left, select Adjust. If everything is ready, select Self Cal in the bottom menu to enter the self-calibration procedure of the instrument.

Probe checking

To check whether probe attenuation is good. The results contain three circumstances: Overflow compensation, Good compensation, Inadequate compensation. According to the checking result, users can adjust probe attenuation to the best. Operation steps are as follows:

1. Connect the probe to CH1, adjust the probe attenuation to the maximum.

2. Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Adjust in the

left menu.

3. Select ProbeCh. in the bottom menu, tips about probe checking shows on the

screen.

4. Select ProbeCh. again to begin probe checking and the checking result will occur

after 3s; push any other key to quit.

● Pass/Fail

The Pass/Fail function monitors changes of signals and output pass or fail signals by comparing the input signal that is within the pre-defined mask.

Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Pass/fail in the left menu.

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Function Menu

Setting

Description

Enable

Operate

Control enable switch Control operate switch

Pass

Info

Signal tested corresponds with the rule

Control the display status of info frame

Source

Create

Select the source as CH1, CH2, CH3 or CH4

Use the rule set as testing rule

Number

Load

Select any one from Rule1 - Rule8 as your rule name

Load some rule as the testing rule

The description of Pass/fail Menu is shown as the follows:

operate

Fail

Output

Beep

Stop

Horizontal

Rule

Vertical

SaveRule

Save

Pass/Fail test:

Detect whether the input signal is within the limits of the rule, if it exceeds limits of the rule, it is "Fail"; otherwise it is "Pass". Also it can output fail or pass signal by built-in and configurable output port. To run the test, read the following steps:

1. Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Pass/fail in the

left menu.

2. Enable switch on: Select Operate in the bottom menu, select Enable in the right

menu as ON.

3. Create rule: Select Rule in the bottom menu. Select Source in the right menu,

select the source in the left menu. Set Horizontal tolerance and Vertical tolerance in the right menu. Select Create in the right menu to create the rule.

4. Set output type: Select Output in the bottom menu to enter output option setting.

Choose any one or two of the options "Pass", "Fail" or "Beep". "Pass" and "Fail" are mutually exclusive options, which could not be chosen simultaneously. "Stop" means stop once the condition satisfies your setting.

5. Begin to test: Select Operate in the bottom menu, select Operate in the right

menu as Start, the test will begin.

6. Save rule: Select SaveRule in the bottom menu. Select the save location in the

left menu, and then select Save in the right menu to save the rules, which could be called up at once when need. Select Load to call up the rule saved.

Note:

1. When Pass/Fail is ON, if XY or FFT is ready to run, then Pass/Fail will be closed;

under the mode of XY or FFT, Pass/Fail is unable.

2. Under the mode of Factory, Auto Scale and Auto Set, Pass/Fail will be closed.

3. When no save setting left in the rule save, tip will be given to show "NO RULE

S AV E D ".

Signal tested not correspond with the rule Beep when it satisfies the rule Stop once satisfying the rule

Change the Horizontal tolerance value by turning the M knob Change the Vertical tolerance value by turning the M knob

Select Save to save the rule

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Function

Trig level

Output trig signal synchronously

Pass/fail

Output High Level when Pass , and Low Level when Fail

CH2 Output of dual-channel waveform generator (optional)

4. Under the status of stop, data comparing will stop, and when it goes on running,

the number of Pass/Fail will increase from the former number, not from zero.

5. When the waveform playback mode is on, Pass/Fail is used to test the

played-back waveform speciall y.

● Output

Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Output in the left menu.

Output menu item in the bottom menu sets the output type of Trig Out(P/F) port on

Rear Panel. In the bottom menu, select Output. The description of Output menu is

shown as the follows:

Setting Description

Type

Output

VGA menu item in the bottom menu sets the output of VGA port. Connect the VGA port to an external monitor or projector. Turn on the VGA port in this menu, the oscilloscope display can be shown on an external monitor or projector.

Device and Print Setup menu items set the print output, refer to "How to Print the Screen Image" on page 91.

● LAN Set

Using the LAN port or Wi-Fi, the oscilloscope can be connected with a computer. The oscilloscope also supports communications with Android based smart device via

Wi-Fi. Refer to "Communication with PC" on page 107 and "Communication with Android Device via Wi-Fi (Optional)" on page 115 for the operation steps.

● Update

Use the front-panel USB port to update your instrument firmware using a USB

memory device. Refer to "How to Update your Instrument Firmware" on page 78.

● DAQ

You can use the multimeter data recorder to record the measurements when

measuring current/voltage by multimeter. Refer to "Multimeter Recorder" on page

104.

How to Update your Instrument Firmware

Use the front-panel USB port to update your instrument firmware using a USB

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memory device.

USB memory device requirements: Insert a USB memory device into the USB port

on the front panel. If the icon appears on the top right of the screen, the USB

memory device is installed successfully. If the USB memory device cannot be

detected, format the USB memory device according to the methods in "USB disk Requirements" on P62.

Caution: Updating your instrument firmware is a sensitive operation, to prevent damage to the instrument, do not power off the instrument or remove the USB memory device during the update process.

To update your instrument firmware, do the following:

1. Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Configure in

the left menu, select About in the bottom menu. View the model and the currently installed firmware version.

2. From a PC, visit www.PeakTech.de and check if the website offers a newer

firmware version. Download the firmware file. The file name must be Scope.update. Copy the firmware file onto the root directory of your USB memory device.

3. Insert the USB memory device into the front-panel USB port on your instrument.

4. Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Update in the

left menu.

5. In the bottom menu, select Start, the messages below will be shown.

In the bottom menu, select Start again, the interfaces below will be displayed in

sequence. The update process will take up to three minutes. After completion, the instrument will be shut down automatically.

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Function Menu

Description

Meas Type (left menu)

Source

CH3 CH4

Add the selected measure types (shown at the left bottom, you could only add 8 types at most)

Select the types need to be deleted.

Remove menu on the right.

Remove All

Remove all the measures

OFF

Show all the measures of the snapshot source Turn off the snapshot

CH1

CH4

Long press the

button to power on the instrument.

How to Measure Automatically

Push the Measure button to display the menu for the settings of the Automatic Measurements. At most 8 types of measurements could be displayed on the bottom left of the screen.

The oscilloscopes provide 31 parameters for auto measurement, including Period, Frequency, Mean, PK-PK, RMS, Max, Min, Top, Base, Amplitude, Overshoot, Preshoot, Rise Time, Fall Time, +PulseWidth, -PulseWidth, +Duty Cycle, -Duty Cycle, Delay A→B , Delay A→B, Cycle RMS, Cursor RMS, Screen Duty, Phase A→B , Phase A→B , +PulseCount, -PulseCount, RiseEdgeCnt, FallEdgeCnt, Area, and Cycle Area.

The "Automatic Measurements" menu is described as the following table:

Select the measure types

Add

CH1 CH2

Select the source

Add

Meas Type (left menu)

The selected type and source are shown in the

Remove

Remove Remove the selected measure type

Snapshot

Source

CH2 CH3

Select the snapshot source

Measure

Only if the waveform channel is in the ON state, the measurement can be performed.

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The automatic measurement can not be performed in the following situation: 1) On the saved waveform. 2) On Waveform Math waveform. 3) On the Video trigger mode. On the Scan format, period and frequency can not be measured.

Measure the period, the frequency of the CH1, following the steps below:

1. Push the Measure front panel button to show the Measure menu.

2. Select Add in the bottom menu.

3. In the left Type menu, turn the M knob to select Period.

4. In the right menu, select CH1 in the Source menu item.

5. In the right menu, select Add. The period type is added.

6. In the left Type menu, turn the M knob to select Frequency.

7. In the right menu, select CH1 in the Source menu item.

8. In the right menu, select Add. The frequency type is added.

The measured value will be displayed at the bottom left of the screen automatically

(see Figure 4-17).

Figure 4-17 Automatic measurement

The automatic measurement of voltage parameters

The oscilloscopes provide automatic voltage measurements including Mean, PK-PK, RMS, Max, Min, Vtop, Vbase, Vamp, OverShoot, PreShoot, Cycle RMS, and

Cursor RMS. Figure 4-18 below shows a pulse with some of the voltage

measurement points.

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Figure 4-18

Mean: The arithmetic mean over the entire waveform. PK-PK: Peak-to-Peak Voltage. RMS: The true Root Mean Square voltage over the entire waveform. Max: The maximum amplitude. The most positive peak voltage measured over the

entire waveform.

Min: The minimum amplitude. The most negative peak voltage measured over the

entire waveform.

Vtop: Voltage of the waveform's flat top, useful for square/pulse waveforms. Vbase: Voltage of the waveform's flat base, useful for square/pulse waveforms. Vamp: Voltage between Vtop and Vbase of a waveform. OverShoot: Defined as (Vmax-Vtop)/Vamp, useful for square and pulse

waveforms.

PreShoot: Defined as (Vmin-Vbase)/Vamp, useful for square and pulse

waveforms.

Cycle RMS: The true Root Mean Square voltage over the first entire period of the

waveform.

Cursor RMS: The true Root Mean Square voltage over the range of two cursors.

The automatic measurement of time parameters

The oscilloscopes provide time parameters auto-measurements include Period,

Frequency, Rise Time, Fall Time, +D width, -D width, +Duty, -Duty, Delay

A→B , Delay A→B , Screen Duty , Phase A→B, and Phase A→B .

Figure 4-19 shows a pulse with some of the time measurement points.

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Figure 4-19

Rise Time: Time that the leading edge of the first pulse in the waveform takes to

rise from 10% to 90% of its amplitude.

Fall Time: Time that the falling edge of the first pulse in the waveform takes to

fall from 90% to 10% of its amplitude.

+D width: The width of the first positive pulse in 50% amplitude points.

-D width: The width of the first negative pulse in the 50% amplitude points.

+Duty: +Duty Cycle, defined as +Width/Period.

-Duty:-Duty Cycle, defined as -Width/Period.

Delay A→B : The delay between the two channels at the rising edge.

Delay A→B : The delay between the two channels at the falling edge.

Screen Duty: Defines as (the width of the positive pulse)/(Entire period)

Phase A→B : Phase difference calculated according to " Delay A→B " and

the period of source A, expressed in degree. The calculation formula is as shown

below:

Phase A→B = (Delay A→B ÷ Period of source A) × 360°

Phase A→B : Phase difference calculated according to " Delay A→B " and

the period of source A, expressed in degree. The calculation formula is as shown

below:

Phase A→B = (Delay A→B ÷ Period of source A) × 360°

Other measurements

+PulseCount : The number of positive pulses that rise above the mid

reference crossing in the waveform.

-PulseCount

: The number of negative pulses that fall below the mid

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Function

Voltage

Display the voltage measurement cursor and menu.

the vertical cursors and the waveform

Line Type

tage type)

Window

mode)

Turn the M knob to move line a.

the pair of cursors.

reference crossing in the waveform.

RiseEdgeCnt

: The number of positive transitions from the low reference

value to the high reference value in the waveform.

FallEdgeCnt

reference value to the low reference value in the waveform.

: The number of negative transitions from the high

Area : The area of the whole waveform within the screen and the unit is

voltage-second. The area measured above the zero reference (namely the vertical

offset) is positive; the area measured below the zero reference is negative. The

area measured is the algebraic sum of the area of the whole waveform within the

screen.

Cycle Area : The area of the first period of waveform on the screen and

the unit is voltage-second. The area above the zero reference (namely the vertical

offset) is positive and the area below the zero reference is negative. The area

measured is the algebraic sum of the area of the whole period waveform.

Note: When the waveform on the screen is less than a period, the period area

measured is 0.

How to Measure with Cursors

Push the Cursor button to turn cursors on and display the cursor menu. Push it again to turn cursors off.

The Cursor Measurement for normal mode:

The description of the cursor menu is shown as the following table:

Setting Description

Type

(Time&Vol

(Wave

zoom

Time

Time&Voltage

AutoCursr

Time

Voltage

Main

Extension

Display the time measurement cursor and menu. Display the time and voltage measurement cursor and menu. The horizontal cursors are set as the intersections of

Makes the vertical cursors active. Makes the horizontal cursors active.

Measure in the main window. Measure in the extension window.

Line

Turn the M knob to move line b. Two cursors are linked. Turn the M knob to move

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Display the channel to which the cursor measurement will be applied.

Source CH1 to CH4

Perform the following operation steps for the time and voltage cursor measurement of the channel CH1:

1. Push Cursor to display the cursor menu.

2. Select Source in the bottom menu, select CH1 in the right menu.

3. Select the first menu item in the bottom menu, the Type menu will display at the right of the screen. In the right menu, select Time&Voltage for Type, two blue dotted lines displayed along the horizontal direction of the screen, two blue dotted lines displayed along the vertical direction of the screen. Cursor measure window at the left bottom of the screen shows the cursor readout.

4. In the bottom menu, select Line Type as Time to make the vertical cursors active. If the Line in the bottom menu is select as a, turn the M knob to move line a to the right or left. If b is selected, turn the M knob to move line b.

5. In the bottom menu, select Line Type as Voltage to make the horizontal cursors active. Select Line in the bottom menu as a or b, turn the M knob to move it.

6. Push the Horizontal HOR button to enter wave zoom mode. In the bottom cursor menu, select Window as Main or Extension to make the cursors shown in the main window or zoom window.

Figure 4-20 Time&Voltage Cursor Measurement

Auto Cursor

For the AutoCursr type, the horizontal cursors are set as the intersections of the vertical cursors and the waveform.

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Auto Cursor

Function

Vamp

Display the Vamp measurement cursor and menu.

measurement cursor

the vertical cursors and the waveform

Line Type

type)

Window

mode)

Turn the M knob to move line a.

the pair of cursors.

Display the channel to which the cursor measurement will be applied.

Figure 4-21 Auto Cursor

The Cursor Measurement for FFT mode

In FFT mode, push the Cursor button to turn cursors on and display the cursor menu.

The description of the cursor menu in FFT mode is shown as the following table:

Setting Description

Type

(Freq&Vamp

(Wave zoom

Line

Freq

Freq&Vamp

AutoCursr

Freq

Vamp

Main

Extension

Display the Freq measurement cursor and menu. Display the Freq and Vamp and menu. The horizontal cursors are set as the intersections of

Makes the vertical cursors active. Makes the horizontal cursors active.

Measure in the main window. Measure in the FFT extension window.

Turn the M knob to move line b. Two cursors are linked. Turn the M knob to move

Source Math FFT

Perform the following operation steps for the amplitude and frequency cursor measurement of math FFT:

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Turn on

Follow-up and adjust both vertical and horizontal

1. Press the Math button to display the math menu in the bottom. Select FFT.

2. Push Cursor to display the cursor menu.

3. In the bottom menu, select Window as Extension.

4. Select the first menu item in the bottom menu, the Type menu will display at the right of the screen. In the right menu, select Freq&Vamp for Type, two blue dotted lines displayed along the horizontal direction of the screen, two blue dotted lines displayed along the vertical direction of the screen. Cursor measure window at the left bottom of the screen shows the cursor readout.

5. In the bottom menu, select Line Type as Freq to make the vertical cursors active. If the Line in the bottom menu is select as a, turn the M knob to move line a to the right or left. If b is selected, turn the M knob to move line b.

6. In the bottom menu, select Line Type as Vamp to make the horizontal cursors active. Select Line in the bottom menu as a or b, turn the M knob to move it.

7. In the bottom cursor menu, you can select Window as Main to make the cursors shown in the main window.

How to Use Autoscale

This is a very useful function for first time users to carry out a simple and quick test on the input signal. The function is applied to follow-up signals automatically even if the signals change at any time. Autoscale enables the instrument to set up trigger mode, voltage division and time scale automatically according to the type, amplitude and frequency of the signals. The menu is as follows:

Function Menu Setting Instruction

Autoscale.

Autoscale

Mode

OFF

Turn off Autoscale.

settings.

Follow-up and only adjust horizontal scale.

Follow-up and only adjust vertical scale.

Wave

To measure the signal using autoscale, you can do as the follows:

1. Push the Autoscale button, the function menu will appear.

Show Multi-period waveforms.

Only show one or two periods.

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2. In the bottom menu, select ON in the Autoscale menu item.

3. In the bottom menu, Select Mode. In the right menu, select

4. In the bottom menu, Select Wave. In the right menu, select

Then the wave is displayed in the screen, shown as Figure 4-22.

Figure 4-22 Autoscal e H or izontal-Vertical multi-period waveforms

Note:

1. When entering into Autoscale function, a autoscale indicator will be flickering on the top left of the screen.

2. In the mode of Autoscale, the oscilloscope can self-estimate Trigger Mode (Edge, Video). At this point, the trigger menu is not available.

3. When the input signal contains the DC component, the coupling will be set to AC, the amplitude of the input signal should be greater than 5mV, and the frequency should be greater than 20Hz.

4. At the mode of Autoscale, DSO is always set as DC coupling with AUTO triggering, the holdoff is set to 100ns.

5. At the mode of Autoscale, if adjust the vertical position, voltage division, trigger level or time scale, the oscilloscope will pause the Autoscale function. To resume Autoscale, push the Autoset front panel button.

6. When video triggering, the horizontal time scale is 50us.

7. While the Autoscale is working, the settings below will be made forcibly: The DSO will switch from the wave zoom mode to the normal mode. In the decoding, pass/fail or XY mode, when entering into Autoscale, these modes will be turned off. In the STOP status, when entering into Autoscale, the status will be set to RUN.

How to Use Built-in Help

1. Push Help button, the catalog will display in the screen.

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Function Items

Setting

Channel Coupling

Vertical Scale

Adjust to the proper division.

Vertical Position

Adjust to the proper position.

Bandwidth

Full

Horizontal Level

Middle

Horizontal Sale

Adjust to the proper division

Trigger Type

Slope or Video

The previous source before autoseting.

which has input

will be set to CH1.

Trigger Coupling

Trigger Slope

Rising edge

Trigger Level

3/5 of the Vpk-pk

Trigger Mode

Auto

Display Format

Force

Stop

Help

Exit

Pass/Fail

Off

Inverted

Off

Zoom Mode

Exit

Record Length

If greater than 10M, it will be set to 10M

Waveform Math or FFT

Waveform Record

Off

Slow-scan

Off

Persist

Off

2. In the bottom menu, press Prev Page or Next Page to choose help topic, or just turn the M knob to choose.

3. Press OK to view the details about the topic, or just push the M knob.

4. Press Quit to exit the help, or just do other operations.

How to Use Executive Buttons

Executive Buttons include Autoset, Run/Stop, Single, Copy.

Autoset

It's a very useful and quick way to apply a set of pre-set functions to the incoming signal, and display the best possible viewing waveform of the signal.

The details of functions applied to the signal when using Autoset are shown as the following table:

Trigger Source

When the previous source has no input signal, the source will be set to the minimum channel signal. When all the channels have no input signal, the source

Off

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Note: When the autoscale is turned on and running, the Autoset button is invalid.

Judge waveform type by Autoset

Five kinds of types: Sine, Square, video signal, DC level, Unknown signal.

Menu as follow:

Sine: (Multi-period, Single-period, FFT, Cancel Autoset)

Square: (Multi-period, Single-period, Rising Edge, Falling Edge, Cancel Autoset)

Video signal:

DC level, Unknown signal:

Description for some icons:

Multi-period： To display multiple periods Single-period： To display single period FFT： Switch to FFT mode Rising Edge： Display the rising edge of square waveform Falling Edge： Display the falling edge of square waveform Cancel Autoset：Go back to display the upper menu and waveform information

Note: The Autoset function requires that the frequency of signal should be no lower

than 20Hz, and the amplitude should be no less than 5mv. Otherwise, the Autoset

function may be invalid.

Run/Stop: Enable or disable sampling on input signals.

Notice: When there is no sampling at STOP state, the vertical division and the horizontal time base of the waveform still can be adjusted within a certain range, in other words, the signal can be expanded in the horizontal or vertical direction. When the horizontal time base is ≤50ms, the horizontal time base can be expanded for 4 divisions downwards.

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Single: Push this button you can set the trigger mode as single directly, so when

trigger occurs, acquire one waveform then stop.

Copy: You can save the waveform by just pushing the Copy panel button in any

user interface. The source wave and the storage location are according to the settings of the Save function menu when the Type is Wave. For more

details, please see "Save Function Menu" on P59.

How to Print the Screen Image

To print an image of what appears on the oscilloscope screen, do as the follows:

(1) Connect the printer to the USB Device port on the rear panel of the oscilloscope.

Note: The USB Device port supports PictBridge compatible printers.

(2) Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Output in the

left menu.

(3) In the bottom menu, select Device as PICT. (When PC is selected, you can get

an image by Oscilloscope software.)

(4) In the bottom menu, select Print Setup. In the right menu, set up print parameters.

The On selection of Ink Saver will print out a copy with a white background.

(5) Once you have connected a printer to your oscilloscope and set up print

parameters, you can print current screen images with a single push of the Print button on the front panel.

5.Use the Arbitrary Function Generator (Optional to specific models)

5. Use the Arbitrary Function Generator

(Optional to specific models)

The function generator provides 4 basic waveforms (sine, square, ramp, and pulse) and 46 built-in arbitrary waveforms (Noise, Exponential rise, Exponential fall, Sin(x)/x, Staircase, etc.). You can create a user-definable waveform and save it to internal storage or USB device.

Output Connection

Push the Utility button, select Function in the bottom menu, select Output in the left menu. In the bottom menu, select Output, in the right menu, select AG Output.

Single-channel: Connect the BNC cable to the port marked Out in the back of the oscilloscope.

Dual-channel: Connect the BNC cable to the port marked Out 1or Out 2 in the back of the oscilloscope. Out 1 is the output of CH1, Out 2 is the output of CH2, also can be used as the port of

trigger signal output & Pass/Fail output.

Figure 5-1 Generator Outp ut Ports (Dual-channel)

To see the output of the generator, connect the other end of the BNC cable to one of the input channels on the front of the oscilloscope.

To Set Channels

Single-channel:

Push to turn on/off the channel output. The indicator will be lighted when the

corresponding channel is tuned on.

Dual-channel:

 To Switch Channels in Menu Settings

5.Use the Arbitrary Function Generator (Optional to specific models)

Push button to switch between CH1 menu, CH2 menu, and Channel Copy menu.

 To Turn On/Off Output of Channels

Push or to turn on/off output of the corresponding channel. The indicator

will be lighted when the corresponding channel is tuned on.

 Channel Copy menu

Push button to switch to Channel Copy menu.

Copy Channel

Select CH2 To CH1 in the bottom menu to copy parameters of CH2 to CH1. Select CH1 To CH2 in the bottom menu to copy parameters of CH1 to CH2.

Frequency Lock

Select Freq Lock in the bottom menu as On, the frequency of the two channels can be adjusted synchronously.

Amplitude Lock

Select Ampl Lock in the bottom menu as On, the amplitude of the two channels can be adjusted synchronously.

Align Phase

Select Align Phase in the bottom menu to align the initial phase of two channel signals.

To Set Signals

(1) Push (single-channel) or (dual-channel) button to show the bottom

menu of generator.

(2) Select the desired waveform in the bottom menu, the corresponding menu is displayed

on the right.

(3) The parameters can be set in the right menu.

To Output Sine Signals

The parameters of Sine waveform in the right menu are: Frequency/Period, Start Phase, Amplitude/High Level, Offset/Low Level.

To Set the Frequency

Select Frequency in the right menu (if Frequency is not displayed, select Period and push it again to switch to Frequency). Set the parameter in the right menu, see below.

PEAKTECH 1370, 1355, 1356, 1362, 1340 Instructions

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1.General Safety Requirements

2.Safety Terms and Symbols

3. Quick User Guidebook

Introduction to the Structure of the Oscilloscope

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Control Area 4 CH

User Interface Introduction

How to Implement the General Inspection

How to Implement the Function Inspection

How to Implement the Probe Compensation

How to Set the Probe Attenuation Coefficient

How to Use the Probe Safely

How to Implement Self-calibration

Introduction to the Vertical System

Introduction to the Horizontal System

Introduction to the Trigger System

4.Advanced User Guidebook

How to Set the Vertical System

Use Mathematical Manipulation Function

Waveform math

User defined function

Digital Filter

Using FFT function

Use Vertical Position and Scale Knobs

How to Set the Horizontal System

Zoom the Waveform

How to Set the Trigger/Decoding System

Single Trigger

Logic Trigger

Bus Trigger

How to Operate the Function Menu

How to Implement Sampling Setup

How to Set the Display System

How to Save and Recall a Waveform

How to Record/Playback Waveforms

How to Clone and Recall a waveform

How to Implement the Auxiliary System Function Setting

How to Update your Instrument Firmware

How to Measure Automatically

How to Measure with Cursors

How to Use Autoscale

How to Use Built-in Help

How to Use Executive Buttons

How to Print the Screen Image

5.Use the Arbitrary Function Generator (Optional to specific models)

Output Connection

To Set Channels

To Set Signals

To Output Sine Signals

To Set the Frequency