Tektronix 2 Series MSO Quick Start Guide

MSO24, MSO22 2 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes

Quick Start Manual

arning: The servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified

to do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to performing service.

Supports Product Firmware V1.28 and above

*P077176802*

077-1768-02

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ektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued

Contacting Tektronix

Tektronix, Inc.

14150 SW Karl Braun Drive

P.O. Box 500

Beaverton, OR 97077

USA

For product information, sales, service, and technical support:

• In North America, call 1-800-833-9200.

• Worldwide, visit to www.tek.com find contacts in your area.

Table of Contents

Important safety information..........................................................................................................................................................5

General safety summary........................................................................................................................................................5

To avoid fire or personal injury........................................................................................................................................ 5

Probes and test leads..................................................................................................................................................... 7

Service safety summary.........................................................................................................................................................8

Terms in this manual.............................................................................................................................................................. 8

Terms on the product............................................................................................................................................................. 8

Symbols on the product......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Operating safely with battery power............................................................................................................................................10

Compliance information...............................................................................................................................................................11

Safety compliance................................................................................................................................................................11

Environmental compliance...................................................................................................................................................12

Security disclaimer...................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Preface........................................................................................................................................................................................14

Documentation.....................................................................................................................................................................14

Install option upgrade licenses.............................................................................................................................................15

Check shipped accessories................................................................................................................................................. 16

Operating requirements....................................................................................................................................................... 16

Input signal requirements.....................................................................................................................................................17

Check that the instrument passes power-on self tests........................................................................................................ 17

Connecting probes to the instrument................................................................................................................................... 17

Rackmount option information............................................................................................................................................. 17

Getting acquainted with your instrument.....................................................................................................................................18

Front panel controls and connectors....................................................................................................................................18

Button and knob functions................................................................................................................................................... 19

Rear and side panel connections.........................................................................................................................................21

Instrument stand installation................................................................................................................................................ 23

User interface.......................................................................................................................................................................24

User interface elements....................................................................................................................................................... 26

Badges.................................................................................................................................................................................27

Configuration menus............................................................................................................................................................34

Zoom user interface............................................................................................................................................................. 35

Using the touch screen interface for common tasks............................................................................................................ 36

Configure the instrument.............................................................................................................................................................38

Download and install the latest instrument firmware............................................................................................................38

Set the time zone and clock readout format........................................................................................................................ 38

Run Signal Path Compensation (SPC)................................................................................................................................ 39

Compensate the probe........................................................................................................................................................ 39

Connect to a network (LAN).................................................................................................................................................40

Connect the oscilloscope to a PC using a USB cable......................................................................................................... 41

Connect a keyboard or mouse.............................................................................................................................................41

Operating basics......................................................................................................................................................................... 42

Add a channel waveform to the display............................................................................................................................... 42

Configure channel or waveform settings..............................................................................................................................43

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Autoset to quickly display a waveform................................................................................................................................. 43

How to trigger on a signal

.................................................................................................................................................... 44

Set the acquisition mode......................................................................................................................................................45

Set Horizontal parameters .................................................................................................................................................. 46

Add a math, reference, or bus waveform.............................................................................................................................46

Add a measurement.............................................................................................................................................................47

Configure a measurement................................................................................................................................................... 49

Add a Search....................................................................................................................................................................... 51

Delete a Measurement or Search badge............................................................................................................................. 52

Change waveform view settings.......................................................................................................................................... 52

Display and configure cursors..............................................................................................................................................53

Remote access from a Web browser...................................................................................................................................56

Connect the oscilloscope to a PC using a USB cable......................................................................................................... 56

ESD Prevention Guidelines................................................................................................................................................. 57

Maintenance................................................................................................................................................................................58

Inspection and cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 58

Exterior cleaning (other than display)........................................................................................................................... 58

Flat panel display cleaning........................................................................................................................................... 58

Check for common problems............................................................................................................................................... 59

Service the instrument......................................................................................................................................................... 59

Returning the instrument for service.................................................................................................................................... 59

Index........................................................................................................................................................................................... 60

Important safety information

This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition.

To safely perform service on this product, see the Service safety summary that follows the General safety summary.

General safety summary

Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it. Carefully read all instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.

This product shall be used in accordance with local and national codes.

For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions specified in this manual.

The product is designed to be used by trained personnel only.

Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove the cover for repair, maintenance, or adjustment.

Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it is operating correctly.

This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.

Use personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed.

While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system. Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.

When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that system is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.

To avoid fire or personal injury

Use proper power cord

Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use. Do not use the provided power cord for other products.

Ground the product

This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded. Do not disable the power cord grounding connection.

Power disconnect

The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. See instructions for the location. Do not position the equipment so that it is difficult to operate the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at all times to allow for quick disconnection if needed.

Use proper AC adapter

Use only the AC adapter specified for this product.

Connect and disconnect properly

Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source.

Use only insulated voltage probes, test leads, and adapters supplied with the product, or indicated by Tektronix to be suitable for the product.

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Important safety information

Connect the probe output to the measurement instrument before connecting the probe to the circuit under test. Connect the probe reference lead to the circuit under test before connecting the probe input. Disconnect the probe input and the probe reference lead from the circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.

De-energize the circuit under test before connecting or disconnecting the current probe.

Observe all terminal ratings

o avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all rating and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings information

T before making connections to the product.

Do not exceed the Measurement Category (CAT) rating and voltage or current rating of the lowest rated individual component of a product, probe, or accessory. Use caution when using 1:1 test leads because the probe tip voltage is directly transmitted to the product.

Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common terminal, that exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.

Do not float the common terminal above the rated voltage for that terminal.

The measurement terminals on this product are not rated for connection to Category III or IV circuits.

Do not connect a current probe to any wire that carries voltages above the current probe voltage rating.

Do not operate without covers

Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed, or with the case open. Hazardous voltage exposure is possible.

Avoid exposed circuitry

Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.

Do not operate with suspected failures

If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.

Disable the product if it is damaged. Do not use the product if it is damaged or operates incorrectly. If in doubt about safety of the product, turn it off and disconnect the power cord. Clearly mark the product to prevent its further operation.

Before use, inspect voltage probes, test leads, and accessories for mechanical damage and replace when damaged. Do not use probes or test leads if they are damaged, if there is exposed metal, or if a wear indicator shows.

Examine the exterior of the product before you use it. Look for cracks or missing pieces.

Use only specified replacement parts.

Replace batteries properly

Replace batteries only with the specified type and rating.

Recharge batteries for the recommended charge cycle only.

Wear eye protection

Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity rays or laser radiation exists.

Do not operate in wet/damp conditions

Be aware that condensation may occur if a unit is moved from a cold to a warm environment.

Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere

Keep product surfaces clean and dry

Remove the input signals before you clean the product.

Provide proper ventilation

Refer to the installation instructions in the manual for details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.

Important safety information

Slots and openings are provided for ventilation and should never be covered or otherwise obstructed. Do not push objects into any of the openings.

Provide a safe working environment

Always place the product in a location convenient for viewing the display and indicators.

void improper or prolonged use of keyboards, pointers, and button pads. Improper or prolonged keyboard or pointer use may result in

A serious injury.

Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult with an ergonomics professional to avoid stress injuries.

Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product.

Probes and test leads

Before connecting probes or test leads, connect the power cord from the power connector to a properly grounded power outlet.

Keep fingers behind the protective barrier, protective finger guard, or tactile indicator on the probes. Remove all probes, test leads and accessories that are not in use.

Use only correct Measurement Category (CAT), voltage, temperature, altitude, and amperage rated probes, test leads, and adapters for any measurement.

Beware of high voltages

Understand the voltage ratings for the probe you are using and do not exceed those ratings. Two ratings are important to know and understand:

• The maximum measurement voltage from the probe tip to the probe reference lead.

• The maximum floating voltage from the probe reference lead to earth ground.

These two voltage ratings depend on the probe and your application. Refer to the Specifications section of the manual for more information.

WARNING: T oscilloscope input BNC connector, probe tip, or probe reference lead.

o prevent electrical shock, do not exceed the maximum measurement or maximum floating voltage for the

Connect and disconnect properly.

Connect the probe output to the measurement product before connecting the probe to the circuit under test. Connect the probe reference lead to the circuit under test before connecting the probe input. Disconnect the probe input and the probe reference lead from the circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the measurement product.

De-energize the circuit under test before connecting or disconnecting the current probe.

Connect the probe reference lead to earth ground only

Do not connect a current probe to any wire that carries voltages or frequencies above the current probe voltage rating.

Inspect the probe and accessories

Before each use, inspect probe and accessories for damage (cuts, tears, or defects in the probe body, accessories, or cable jacket). Do not use if damaged.

Ground-referenced oscilloscope use

Do not float the reference lead of this probe when using with ground-referenced oscilloscopes. The reference lead must be connected to earth potential (0 V).

Floating measurement use

Do not float the reference lead of this probe above the rated float voltage.

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Important safety information

Service safety summary

The Service safety summary section contains additional information required to safely perform service on the product. Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service safety summary service procedures.

To avoid electric shock

Do not touch exposed connections.

Do not service alone

Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is present.

Disconnect power

To avoid electric shock, switch off the product power and disconnect the power cord from the mains power before removing any covers or panels, or opening the case for servicing.

Use care when servicing with power on

Dangerous voltages or currents may exist in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and disconnect test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.

and the General safety summary before performing any

Verify safety after repair

Always recheck ground continuity and mains dielectric strength after performing a repair.

Terms in this manual

These terms may appear in this manual:

WARNING: W

CAUTION: Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property

arning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.

Terms on the product

These terms may appear on the product:

DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.

•

• WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.

• CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.

Symbols on the product

When this symbol is marked on the product, be sure to consult the manual to find out the nature of the potential hazards and any actions which have to be taken to avoid them. (This symbol may also be used to refer the user to ratings in the manual.)

The following symbols(s) may appear on the product.

Important safety information

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Operating safely with battery power

For safe operation, the instrument chassis should always remain at earth ground potential.

WARNING: T battery power and not connected to the external power supply. The Tektronix-provided grounding cable is not for permanent usage.

Without a connection between the chassis and earth ground, you may receive a shock from exposed metal on the chassis if you connect an input to a hazardous voltage (>30 V

cable.

The grounding cable is necessary to provide protective bonding between the oscilloscope and a dedicated earthing terminal, in accordance with the NEC, CEC, and local codes. Consider having a qualified electrician to approve the installation.

The grounding cable shall be connected before powering on the oscilloscope and before attaching the probes to any circuit. Connect the grounding cable from the ground lug terminal on the side panel of the instrument to a dedicated earthing terminal. Make sure the teeth of the alligator clip makes good electrical contact and is secured against slipping.

The alligator clip on the grounding cable must be connected to a dedicated earthing terminal, an earthing terminal bar, or identified equipment grounding points (a rack cabinet for example). Make sure you have a good electrical connection to an appropriate grounding device that is identified with a Protective Earth symbol, or the word GROUND/GND, or the color green (green ground screw/conductor). If none of these are present, assume the connection is not earthed.

o avoid electric shock, always use the Tektronix-provided grounding cable when the oscilloscope is operating on

, >42 Vpk). To protect yourself against possible shock, attach the Tektronix-provided grounding

RMS

Always verify that the grounding cable is making good electrical contact by using an ohmmeter or continuity meter between the dedicated earthing terminal and the ground lug terminal on the side panel of the oscilloscope. V unattended.

Make sure the dedicated earthing terminal is located in close proximity to the circuit under test. Keep the grounding cable clear of heat sources and mechanical hazards such as; sharp edges, screw threads, moving parts, and closing doors/covers. Inspect the cable, insulation, and terminal ends for damage before use. Do not use a damaged grounding cable. Contact Tektronix for a replacement.

If you choose not to attach the grounding cable, you are not protected against electric shock if you connect the oscilloscope to a hazardous voltage. You can still use the oscilloscope if you do not connect a signal greater than 30 V

center, or the common lead. Make sure all probe common leads are connected to the same voltage.

WARNING: Hazardous voltages may exist in unexpected places due to faulty circuitry in the device under test.

CAUTION: When operating the instrument on battery power do not connect a grounded device, such as a printer or computer

the oscilloscope unless the instrument grounding cable is connected to the earth ground.

erify again anytime the oscilloscope has been left

(42 Vpk) to the probe tip, the BNC connector

RMS

, to

Compliance information

This section lists the safety and environmental standards with which the instrument complies. This product is intended for use by professionals and trained personnel only; it is not designed for use in households or by children.

Compliance questions may be directed to the following address:

Tektronix, Inc.

PO Box 500, MS 19-045

Beaverton, OR 97077, USA

tek.com

Safety compliance

This section lists other safety compliance information.

Equipment type

Test and measuring equipment.

Safety class

Class 1 – grounded product.

Safety certification of plug-in or VXI modules

The safety certification is valid only when installed in an appropriately approved (by a USA NRTL or a Canada Certified Organization) mainframe.

Pollution degree description

A measure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment around and within a product. Typically the internal environment inside a product is considered to be the same as the external. Products should be used only in the environment for which they are rated.

• Pollution Degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Products in this category are generally encapsulated, hermetically sealed, or located in clean rooms.

• Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is caused by condensation must be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment. Temporary condensation occurs only when the product is out of service.

• Pollution Degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive pollution that becomes conductive due to condensation. These are sheltered locations where neither temperature nor humidity is controlled. The area is protected from direct sunshine, rain, or direct wind.

• Pollution Degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity through conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical outdoor locations.

Pollution degree rating

Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1)

Measurement and overvoltage category descriptions

Measurement terminals on this product may be rated for measuring mains voltages from one or more of the following categories (see specific ratings marked on the product and in the manual).

• Measurement Category II. For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.

• Measurement Category III. For measurements performed in the building installation.

• Measurement Category IV. For measurements performed at the source of low-voltage installation.

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Compliance information

Note: Only mains power supply circuits have an overvoltage category rating. Only measurement circuits have a measurement category rating. Other circuits within the product do not have either rating.

Mains overvoltage category rating

Overvoltage Category I (as defined in IEC 61010-1)

Environmental compliance

This section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.

Product end-of-life handling

Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:

Equipment recycling Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources. The equipment may

contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’

s end of life. To avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused or recycled appropriately.

This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable European Union requirements according to Directives 2012/19/EU and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries. For information about recycling options, check the T

ektronix Web site (www.tek.com/productrecycling).

Battery recycling This product contains a small installed lithium metal button cell. Please properly dispose of or recycle the

cell at its end of life according to local government regulations. This product may also be packed with a lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack. Please dispose of or recycle

the battery pack at its end of life according to local government regulations.

• Rechargeable batteries are subject to disposal and recycling regulations that vary by country and region. Always check and follow your applicable regulations before disposing of any battery and Canada, or your local battery recycling organization.

• Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste batteries in standard waste receptacles.

• Place only discharged batteries in a battery collection container. Use electrical tape or other approved covering over the battery connection points to prevent short circuits.

Perchlorate materials This product contains one or more type CR lithium batteries. According to the state of California, CR

lithium batteries are classified as perchlorate materials and require special handling. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/

hazardouswaste/perchlorate for additional information.

. Contact Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (www.rbrc.org) for U.S.A.

Transporting batteries

The small lithium primary button cell contained in this equipment does not exceed 1 gram of lithium metal content per cell.

The small lithium-ion rechargeable battery that may also be packed with this equipment does not exceed a capacity of 100 Wh per battery or 20 Wh per component cell. Each battery type has been shown by the manufacturer to comply with the applicable requirements of the UN Manual of T requirements are applicable to your configuration, including to its re-packaging and re-labeling, prior to reshipment of the product by any mode of transport.

ests and Criteria Part III, Subsection 38.3. Consult your carrier to determine which lithium battery transportation

Security disclaimer

This Software and its associated Equipment are not designed or intended to be usedwith unsecure networks. You acknowledge that use of the Equipment may rely upon certain networks, systems, and data communication mediums that are not controlled by Tektronix and that may be vulnerable to data or security breaches, including, without limitation, internet networks used by Your internet providers and the databases and servers controlled by Your internet providers. Tektronix shall not be liable for any such breaches, including without limitation, damages and/or loss of data related to any security breach, and disclaims all warranties, including any implied or express warranties that any content will be secure or not otherwise lost or altered.

For the avoidance of doubt, if You choose to connect this Software or Equipment to a network, it is Your sole responsibility to provide and continuously ensure a secureconnection to that network. You agree to establish and maintain appropriate measures (e.g., firewalls, authentication measures, encryption, anti-virus applications, etc.) to protect the Software and Equipment and any associated data against security breaches including unauthorized access, destruction, use, modification, or disclosure.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, You shall not use any Products in a network with other products or services that are incompatible, insecure or not compliant with applicable laws.

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Preface

This manual provides product safety and compliance information, describes how to connect and power on the oscilloscope, and introduces the instrument features, controls and basic operations. See the product Help document for more detailed information. Go to www.tek.com/

warranty-status-search for warranty information.

MSO22 and MSO24 Key features and benefits

• Bandwidths from 70 MHz to 500 MHz

• 2- and 4- analog channel inputs

• 10.1" TFT color (1280 x 800 pixels) Capacitive multi-touch display

• User interface optimized for touch screen use

• 2.5 GS/s sample rate for half channels and 1.25 GS/s sample rate for all channels

• 10 M points record length on all channels

• Battery pack option includes 2 battery slots and hot-swap capability of the batteries within the battery pack module

• No set limit on the number of math, reference, and bus waveforms you can display (the number of waveforms depends on available system memory)

• Integrated options include 16 Channel MSO, 50 MHz Arbitrary Function Generator (AFG), 4 Bit Digital Pattern Generator, a Digital Voltmeter (DVM), and trigger frequency counter

• Advanced serial bus triggering and analysis option lets you decode and trigger on industry standard buses

• Industry standard VESA interface can be used with several accessories offered by Tektronix and it is also compatible with off the shelf VESA mounts

Documentation

Review the following user documents before installing and using your instrument. These documents provide important operating information.

Product documentation

The following table lists the primary product specific documentation available for your product. These and other user documents are available for download from www.tek.com. Other information, such as demonstration guides, technical briefs, and application notes, can also be found at www.tek.com.

Document Content

Help In-depth operating information for the product. Available from the

Help button in the product UI and as a downloadable PDF on

.tek.com/downloads.

www

Quick Start User Manual Introduction to product hardware and software, installation

instructions, turn on, and basic operating information.

Specifications and Performance Verification Technical Reference Instrument specifications and performance verification instructions

for testing instrument performance.

Programmer Manual Commands for remotely controlling the instrument.

Declassification and Security Instructions Information about the location of memory in the instrument.

Instructions for declassifying and sanitizing the instrument.

Service Manual Replaceable parts list, theory of operations, and repair and replace

procedures for servicing an instrument.

Upgrade Instructions Product upgrade installation information.

Table continued…

Preface

Document Content

Rackmount Kit Instructions Installation information for assembling and mounting an instrument

using a specific rackmount.

How to find your product documentation

1. Go to www

2. Click Download in the green sidebar on the right side of the screen.

3. Select Manuals as the Download Type, enter your product model, and click Search.

4. View and download your product manuals. You can also click the Product Support Center and Learning Center links on the page for

Install option upgrade licenses

Option license upgrades are field-installable licenses that you can purchase after receiving your instrument, to add features to your oscilloscope. You install option upgrades by installing license files on the oscilloscope. Each option requires a separate license file.

Before you begin

These instructions do not pertain to options that were purchased and pre-installed on your instrument when ordered.

A node-locked license is valid only for the specific model number and serial number of the instrument for which it was purchased; it will not work on any other instrument. The single license file does not affect options that were factory installed or any other upgrades that you may have already purchased and installed.

About this task

ou can only install a Node Locked option license one time. If you need to reinstall an uninstalled Node Locked license,

Note: Y contact Tektronix Customer Support.

Procedure

1. Follow the instructions you received to download the upgrade license file (<filename>.lic).

2. Copy the license file or files to a USB memory device.

3. Insert the USB drive into the powered-on oscilloscope for which the upgrade was purchased.

4. Select Help > About.

5. Select Install License to open the Browse License Files dialog box.

6. Find and select the upgrade license file to install.

7. Select Open. The oscilloscope installs the license and returns to the About screen. V

Installed Options list.

8. Repeat steps 5 through 7 for each upgrade license file that you purchased and downloaded.

9. Power cycle the oscilloscope to enable the installed upgrades.

10. If you installed a bandwidth upgrade, rerun signal path compensation (SPC). Then carefully remove the model/bandwidth label from

the lower-left corner of the front panel and install the new model/bandwidth label that was sent through normal mail channels as part of the upgrade purchase.

erify that the installed license was added to the

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Preface

Check shipped accessories

Make sure that you received everything you ordered. If anything is missing, contact T 1-800-833-9200. Worldwide, visit www.tek.com to find contacts in your area.

Check the packing list that came with your instrument to verify that you have received all standard accessories and ordered items. If you purchased factory installed options such as a Serial Bus and Triggering option, tap Help > About to confirm that the options are listed in the Installed Options table.

Item Quantity Tektronix part number

Installation and Safety Manual 1 071-3764-xx

TPP0200 200 MHz, 10x probe One per channel TPP0200

Instrument stand 1 N/A

Power cord 1 Depends on region

Calibration certificate 1 N/A

Report of factory installed licenses 1 N/A

ektronix Customer Support. In North America, call

Operating requirements

Use the instrument within the required operating temperature, power measurements and safe instrument operation.

Table 1: Environment requirements

Characteristic Description

Temperature Operating instrument: 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to 120°F), with 5 °C/minute maximum gradient, noncondensing (NC)

Operating with battery: 0 °C to 45 °C (+32 °F to 113 °F)

For proper cooling, keep the rear of the instrument clear of obstructions for 2 inches (51 mm).

Operating humidity

Operating altitude Up to 3000 meters (9842 feet)

Battery power Requires 2-BATPK battery pack with 2 slots for batteries to be ordered with instrument or 2-BP battery pack with 2

5% to 90% relative humidity at temperatures up to +30°C,

5% to 60% relative humidity at temperatures greater than +30°C and up to +50°C.

slots for batteries to be ordered post instrument purchase

Supports up to 2 TEKBAT-XX Li-Ion rechargeable batteries. Operating time; Up to 3 hours single battery and up to 6 hours dual batteries.

Tektronix recommends using the TEKCHG-XX external battery charger to charge the TEKBAT-XX batteries in ambient environments greater than +30°C.

, altitude, and signal input voltage ranges to provide the most accurate

Table 2: Power requirements

Characteristic Description

Power source voltage 24 V DC

Power source current 2.5 A

Input signal requirements

Keep the input signals within allowed limits to ensure the most accurate measurements and prevent damage to the analog and digital probes or instrument.

Make sure that input signals connected to the instrument are within the following requirements.

Input Description

Analog input channels and AUX In, 1 MΩ setting, maximum input voltage at BNC

Digital input channels, maximum input voltage range at digital inputs

300 V

RMS

Measurement Category II

Observe probe ratings

P6316 Digital Probe

Check that the instrument passes power-on self tests

Power-on self tests verify that all instrument modules are working correctly after power up.

Procedure

1. Power on the instrument and wait until the instrument screen appears.

2. Select Utility > Self T

3. Check that the status of all power-on self tests are Passed.

est from the top-edge Menu bar to open the Self Test configuration menu.

Preface

If one or more power-on self tests shows Failed:

1. Power cycle the instrument.

2. Select Utility > Self Test. If one or more power-on self tests still shows Failed, contact Tektronix Customer Support.

Connecting probes to the instrument

Probes connect the instrument to your device under test (DUT). Use a probe that best matches your signal measurement needs.

Connect a BNC passive probe or cable by pushing it onto a channel BNC bayonet connector and turn the lock mechanism clockwise until it locks.

Rackmount option information

An optional rackmount kit lets you install the oscilloscope in standard equipment racks.

Please refer to your product's datasheet at www

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.tek.com for more information on rackmount options.

Getting acquainted with your instrument

The following content provides a high-level description of the instrument controls and user interface. Refer to the instrument help for detailed information on using the controls and user interface to display waveforms and take measurements.

Front panel controls and connectors

The front panel controls provide direct access to key instrument settings such as vertical, horizontal, trigger, cursors, and zoom. The connectors are where you input signals with probes or cables.

Description

1 Use the Acquisition controls to start and stop waveform acquisition, enable making a single waveform acquisition, calculate the

average of all the samples for each acquisition interval, and delete the current acquisitions and measurement values from memory

2 Use the Multipurpose Knobs (A, B) to move cursors, adjust the zoom, and set parameter values in configuration menu input fields.

3 Use the Trigger controls to force a trigger event at a random point in the waveform and capture the acquisition, set the amplitude

level that the signal must pass through to be considered a valid transition, and set how the instrument behaves in the absence or presence of a trigger event.

4 Use the Horizontal controls to move the waveform from side to side on the screen, and set the time per major horizontal graticule

division and samples/second parameters for the oscilloscope.

5 Use the Vertical controls to move the selected waveform up or down on the screen, set the amplitude units per vertical graticule

division of the selected waveform, turn on (display) or select channels, and add or select a math, reference (saved), bus, and digital waveform on the Waveform view.

6 Use the Miscellaneous controls to turn touchscreen capability off, restore the oscilloscope settings to the default settings,

automatically display a stable waveform, and save files or settings (using the current File > Save As settings).

7 After connecting the supplied power cord, use the power button to power the instrument on and off. The power button color indicates

the following instrument states; amber is standby, blue is on, unlit is off.

When the batteries in the 2-BP battery pack on your instrument have a low battery charge and the power cord is not connected, the power button will blink twice and then your instrument will turn off.

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8 The AFG/AUX Out BNC connector is multiplexed. Y

AFG is the signal output for the optional Arbitrary Function Generator (AFG) feature. AUX Out generates a signal transition on a trigger event or outputs a synchronization signal from the AFG.

9 Pattern Generator (PG) is a signal output for four Digital signals.

10 Use Ground and probe compensation connectors to provide a ground connector to help reduce electrostatic damage (ESD) and

adjust the high-frequency response of a passive probe.

11 Auxiliary trigger input (Aux in) is a connector to which you can connect an external trigger input signal. Use the Aux In trigger signal

with the Edge trigger mode.

12 Use the Probe connectors to connect BNC passive probes and BNC cables.

ou must select either AFG or Aux Out to use this connector.

Button and knob functions

A description of the functionality of each button and knob on your instrument.

Button Description

Run/Stop Starts and stops waveform acquisition. The button color indicates the acquisition status (green

indicates running and acquiring; red indicates stopped). When stopped, the oscilloscope shows waveforms from the last completed acquisition. The Run/Stop button on the screen also shows the acquisition status.

Single/Seq Enables making a single waveform acquisition, or a specified number of acquisitions (as set in

the Acquisition configuration menu). Pushing Single/Seq turns of single acquisition. The button color indicates the acquisition status (quick green flash indicates single acquisition acquired; solid green indicates waiting for trigger event). Pushing Single/Seq again takes another single acquisition.

Clear Deletes the current acquisitions and measurement values from memory.

A and B knobs The multipurpose knobs A and B move cursors and set parameter values in configuration menu input

fields. Selecting an menu field that can use a multipurpose knob assigns the indicated knob to change the value in that input field. The ring around each knob lights when you can use that knob to do an action. Push a multipurpose knob to enable the Fine mode for making smaller increment changes. Push the knob again to close Fine mode.

Force Forces a trigger event at a random point in the waveform and captures the acquisition.

Level Sets the amplitude level that the signal must pass through to be considered a valid transition. The

color of the Level knob LED indicates the trigger source except for dual-level triggers. The Level knob is not available when the trigger type requires two level settings or other trigger qualifiers (set from the Trigger configuration menu). Push the knob to set the threshold level to 50% of the peak-to-peak amplitude range of the signal.

Mode Sets how the instrument behaves in the absence or presence of a trigger event.

Auto trigger mode enables the instrument to acquire and display a waveform whether or not a

trigger event occurs. If a trigger event occurs, the instrument displays a stable waveform. If a trigger event does not occur, the instrument forces a trigger event and acquisition and displays an unstable waveform.

Normal trigger mode sets the instrument to acquire and display a waveform only when there is a valid trigger event. If no trigger occurs, the last waveform record acquired remains on the display. If no last waveform exists, no waveform is displayed.

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Button Description

Horizontal Position Moves the waveform and graticule side to side on the screen (changing the trigger point position in the

waveform record). Push the knob to center the trigger event to the center graticule on the W view.

Horizontal Scale Sets the time per major horizontal graticule division and samples/second parameters for the

oscilloscope. Scale applies to all waveforms. Push the knob to enable the Fine mode for making smaller increment changes. Push the knob again to close Fine mode.

Vertical Position Moves the selected waveform (Channel, Math, Reference, Bus) and its graticule up or down on the

screen. The color of the knob indicates which waveform the knob is controlling. Push the knob to set the threshold level to 50% of the peak-to-peak amplitude range of the signal.

Vertical Scale Sets the amplitude units per vertical graticule division of the selected waveform. The scale values are

shown on the right edge of the horizontal graticule lines, and are specific to the selected waveform in both Stacked or Overlay modes (in other words, each waveform has its own unique vertical graticule settings regardless of display mode). The color of the knob indicates which waveform the knob is controlling.

Channel buttons Turn on (display), select, or turn off Channel, Math, Reference, or Bus waveforms. The number of

channel buttons depends on the instrument model. If the channel is not displayed, pushing a Channel button turns on that channel to the Waveform view. If the channel is on the screen and is not selected, pushing that channel's button selects that channel. If the channel is on the screen and is also selected, pushing that channel's button turns that channel off (removes it from Waveform view).

Math Adds or selects a Math waveform on the Waveform view. If no Math waveform exists, pushing the

Math button adds a Math waveform to the Waveform view and opens the Math configuration menu. If

only one Math waveform is displayed, pushing the button turns off the Math waveform (removes it from Waveform view). Push the button again to display the waveform. If two or more Math waveforms are displayed, pushing the button cycles through selecting each math waveform.

Ref Adds or selects a Reference (saved) waveform on the Waveform view. If no Reference waveform

exists, pushing the button opens the Browse Waveform Files configuration menu. Navigate to and select a waveform file (*.wfm) and tap Recall to load and display the reference waveform. If only one Reference waveform is displayed, pushing the button turns off the Reference waveform (removes it from the Waveform View). Push the button again to display the waveform. If two or more Reference waveforms are displayed, pushing the button cycles through selecting each Reference waveform.

Bus Adds or selects a bus waveform on the Waveform view. If no Bus waveform exists, pushing the button

adds a Bus waveform to the Waveform view and opens the Bus configuration menu. If only one Bus waveform is displayed, pushing the button turns off the Bus waveform (removes it from Waveform view). If two or more Bus waveforms are displayed, pushing the button cycles through selecting each Bus waveform.

Digital Adds or selects a digital waveform on the Waveform view. If no digital waveform exists, pushing the

button adds a digital waveform to the Waveform view and opens the digital configuration menu. If only one digital waveform is displayed, pushing the button turns off the digital waveform (removes it from Waveform view). If two or more digital waveforms are displayed, pushing the button cycles through selecting each digital waveform.

Autoset Automatically displays a stable waveform.

Default Setup Restores the oscilloscope settings (such as; horizontal, vertical, scale, position) to the factory default

settings.

Touch Off Turns touch screen capability off. The button is lighted when the touch screen is turned off.

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Button Description

Save Save is a one-push save operation that uses the current File > Save As settings to save screen-shots

(including open menus and dialog boxes), waveform files, instrument settings. If a File > Save or File > Save As operation has occurred since the last instrument start-up, pushing the button saves the file

types to the location last set in the Save As configuration menu. If no file save operation has occurred since the last instrument start-up, pushing the button opens the Save As configuration menu. Select a tab to choose the type of file to save (such as; Screen Capture and W parameters, and where to save it, and select OK. The specified file or files are saved. The next time you push the button, the same type files are saved. Screen Captures save the entire screen, including most displayed configuration menus and dialog boxes.

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Rear and side panel connections

The rear and side panel connections supply power to the instrument and provide connectors for network, USB devices, digital probes, battery pack, and instrument stand.

Description

1 Use the digital probe connector to connect the P6316 Logic Probe.

2 Use the USB Device port to connect to a PC to remotely control the oscilloscope using the USBTMC protocol.

3 Use the LAN connector (RJ-45) to connect the oscilloscope to a 10/100 Base-T local area network.

4 Use the two USB Host ports to connect a USB memory device, keyboard, or mouse

5 The ground lug external chassis ground point allows you to connect your instrument chassis to a ground reference. Use the ground

lug when the instrument is operating on power from the optional battery pack accessory ground lug to reduce electrostatic damage (ESD) while you handle or probe the DUT.

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6 To power the instrument, connect the supplied power cord to the power connector slot on the side of the instrument. Then connect

the power cord to the appropriate AC mains source and use the power button. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use.

o completely remove power from the instrument, disconnect the power cord. Use the power cord latch when removing the power

T cord from the power connector.

7 The power cord has a high force, latching connector to secure the power cord in place. Align the arrow on the latch with the arrow

next to the connector. Push the latch in until the connector is fully seated.

Hold onto the power cord latch and move it away from the power connector slot to disconnect the power cord.

8 Use the security lock connector to secure the oscilloscope to a work bench or other location with a standard PC/laptop lock cable.

9 Use the battery interface connector to connect the external battery pack to the instrument. See the instructions that come with the

battery pack for more information.

CAUTION: The battery interface connector is susceptible to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Use ESD precautions with installing or removing the battery pack.

10 Use the VESA mount (100mm x 100mm) screws to mount your instrument to the supplied stand or other compatible VESA

accessories.

Instrument stand installation

Mount your instrument to the provided stand in three configurations.

Before you begin

Align the stand with the four VESA screw mounts (closest to the label) on the back of the instrument.

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1. Hand tighten the bottom two screws on the stand to the bottom two VESA screw mounts. The instrument is now secured to the stand straight up and down.

2. Hand tighten the top two screws on the stand to the top two VESA screw mounts. The instrument is now secured to the stand at a fifteen degree angle.

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urn the instrument upside-down and hand tighten the top two screws on the stand to the bottom two VESA screw mounts.

The instrument is now secured to the stand at a seventy-five degree angle when the stand is laying flat.

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User interface

The touch screen user interface contains waveforms and plots, measurement readouts, and touch-based controls to access all oscilloscope functions.

Description

1 The menu bar provides menus for typical operations including:

Saving, loading, and accessing files

Undoing or redoing an action

Setting oscilloscope display and measurement preferences

Configuring network access

Running self tests

Erasing measurement and settings memory

Loading option licenses

Opening a Help viewer

2 The Waveform view area displays analog, digital, math, reference, bus, and trend waveforms. The waveforms include waveform

handles (identifiers), individual vertical graticule scale labels, and trigger position and level indicators. Y View to stack each waveform vertically in separate graticule, called slices (the default mode), or overlay all the waveforms on the screen (traditional waveform view). You can also add Measurement Results views (plots) for individual measurements. These plot views are separate view windows that you can move on the screen by dragging their title bar to a new position.

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3 The results bar contains controls for displaying cursors, adding callouts, plots, and result tables to the screen. You also are able

to add badges to the results bar controls are:

The Cursors button displays on-screen cursors in the selected view. Touch and drag, or use the multipurpose knobs, to move the cursors. Double-tap on a cursor, or on the cursor readouts, to open a configuration menu to set cursor types and related functions.

The Callout button adds a callout object to the selected view. Double-tap the callout text to open a configuration menu to change the type of callout, text and font characteristics. Drag any callout other than bookmark to any location on the oscilloscope screen view. Bookmarks callout can only be added to wave views and spectrum views.

The Measure button opens a configuration menu from which to select and add measurements to the results bar. Each measurement you add has a separate badge. Double-tap a measurement badge to open its configuration menu.

The Search button lets you detect and mark a waveform where specified events occur. Tap Search to open a configuration menu and set the search conditions for analog and digital channels. You can add any number of searches to the same waveform or to different waveforms. Search badges are added to the results bar.

The zoom icon button at lets you to draw a box on the screen to zoom in on an area of interest, drawing segments for mask testing, or drawing areas to define visual trigger conditions.

The More... button allows you to select Zoom and Mask.

4 The settings bar contains the following elements. Tap a channel or waveform button to add it to the screen and display a badge.

Double-tap a badge to open its configuration menu.

System badges for setting Horizontal, Trigger, and Date/Time parameters

Inactive Channel buttons to turn on channels

Add New Waveform buttons to add math, reference, and bus waveforms to the display

Channel and Waveform badges that let you configure the individual waveform parameters

5 Configuration menus let you quickly change the parameters of the selected user interface item. You can open configuration

menus by double-tapping on badges, screen objects, or screen areas.

. To remove a measurement, search or other badge from the results bar flick-it off screen. The

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User interface elements

Each area of the user interface has a specific function that helps manage information or controls.

1. The Waveform Record View is a graphical high-level view of the overall waveform record length, how much of the record is on the

screen (shown in brackets), the location of key time events including the trigger event, and the current position of waveforms cursors.

If you are displaying a Reference waveform that is shorter than the current acquisition record length, or you are changing the horizontal time scale while the oscilloscope acquisition is stopped, the brackets change position to show the part of the waveform record that is being viewed relative to the current acquisition total record length.

If cursors are active on a waveform, the Waveform Record View shows the relative cursor positions as small vertical dashed lines.

When in Zoom mode, the Waveform Record View is replaced with the Zoom Overview.

2. The Expansion Point icon on the waveform view shows the center point around which the waveform expands and compresses when

changing horizontal settings.

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4. The Zoom icon switches zoom on and off. The front panel Multipurpose knobs also turn on zoom mode and change the position and

5. The Trigger Level Indicator icon shows the trigger level on the trigger source waveform. Some trigger types require two trigger levels.

6. Measurement and Search badges show measurement and search results.

7. The Results Bar Handle opens or closes the results bar, to maximize waveform screen viewing when needed. To reopen the results

rigger Position Indicator shows where the trigger event occurred in the waveform record. The trigger icon is displayed in the

waveform slice that is the trigger source.

horizontal size of the Zoom Box.

bar, either tap the handle icon or swipe left from the right side of the display.

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8. The System badges show global instrument settings (Horizontal, T

9. The Inactive Channel buttons add channel waveforms to the Waveform view and add an associated Channel badge to the Settings

bar.

The optional AFG button opens the AFG configuration menu to set and enable the AFG output. This button is only present if the AFG option is installed.

The optional PG button opens the PG configuration menu to set and enable the PG output. This button is only present if the DPG option is installed.

The optional D15-D0 button opens the digital channel configuration menu to set and enable the digital channel. This button is only present if the 2-MSO option is installed.

10. Double-tap a badge to open its associated configuration menu. If you add more Channel or Waveform badges than can fit in the

waveform badge display area, tap the scroll buttons at each end of the waveform badge area to scroll and display hidden badges.

11. The Waveform Handles on each waveform identify the source of that waveform (Cx for channels, Mx for Math waveforms, Rx for

Reference waveforms, Bx for bus waveforms). The waveform handles are at the zero-volt level of the waveform by default. The currently selected waveform handle is a solid color; unselected waveform handles are outlined.

Double-tapping a waveform handle opens the configuration menu for that waveform.

For digital channels, the waveform handle shows the channel number. Each individual digital signal is labelled D0–D15 and is with a different color.

Double-tapping a digital waveform handle opens the digital channel configuration menu.

Dragging a digital signal handle over another handle swaps those two signals on the waveform.

rigger, Run/Stop status, and Date/Time).

Badges

Badges are rectangular icons that show waveform, measurement, and instrument settings or readouts. Badges also provide fast access to configuration menus. The badge types are Channel, W

Channel and Waveform badges

Channel and Waveform (Math, Ref, Bus) badges are shown in the settings bar, located along the bottom left of the screen. Each waveform has its own badge. The badges show high-level settings for each displayed channel or waveform. Double-tap a badge to open its configuration menu.

Most Channel and Waveform badges also have Scale buttons, shown by single-tapping the badge. Use the Scale buttons to increase or decrease the vertical scale setting for that waveform.

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You can drag Channel and Waveform badges to change their position in the Settings bar and open the badge right-click menu to access a quick-action menu.

There are two ways to delete Channel and W

• Right-click the badge and turn it off.

• Flick the badge off the bottom edge of the display to remove it from the Settings bar. Flicking upwards from the bottom edge of the Settings bar recovers the badge. Badge recovery is only possible within 10 seconds of removal.

Channel badges are listed in the channel order unless you have moved them. Channel badges may also display short error or warning messages. For more information double-tap the badge to open its configuration menu, or search the instrument Help.

Waveform badges (Math, Ref, Bus) are listed in the order created (unless they have been moved), and are grouped together by type. Deleting a Waveform badge does not change the order or names of the remaining badges.

aveform badges.

Measurement badges

Measurement badges are located in the Results bar. They show measurements or search results. The badge title also shows the measurement source or sources. To add a Measurement badge, tap the Measure button and select a measurement.

Double-tap a Measurement badge to open its configuration menu to change or refine settings. The default measurement badge readout shows the measurement's mean (

To add statistical readouts to individual measurement badges, double-tap a measurement badge to open its configuration menu and select Show Statistics in Badge. The measurement badge displays the standard deviation (σ) value. The standard deviation is zero, when the population is one.

μ) value.

Some Measurement badges also have Navigation buttons, shown by single-tapping the badge.

The < (Previous) and > (Next) buttons center the waveform in the display at the position of the previous or next measurement point in the record (for measurements that take more than one measurement per acquisition).

The Min' and Max' navigation buttons center the waveform in the display at the minimum or maximum value for that measurement in the current acquisition.

The prime symbol (') shown on measurement readings and Min/Max buttons indicates that the value shown (or moved to in the case of Min/Max buttons and waveforms) is from the current acquisition. Lack of a prime symbol means the value is from all acquisitions.

The Measurement badge displays Status and Failures information when pass/fail testing is enabled through the configuration menu. The Status line shows Pass (green) or Fail (red) according to the conditions defined in the Pass/Fail T are displayed when statistics are shown in the badge. The Pass/Fail status, number of Failures, and the Limit(s) set in the Pass/Fail Testing panel are available in the Measurement Results table.

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Measurement badges are listed in the order created, starting at the top of the Results bar. Deleting a Measurement badge does not change the order or names of the remaining badges.

ou can drag Measurement badges to change their position in the Results bar and open the badge right-click menu to access a

quick-action menu.

There are two ways to delete Channel and Waveform badges.

• Right-click the badge and turn it off.

• Flick the badge off the right edge of the display to remove it from the Results bar. Flicking left from the right edge of the Results bar recovers the badge. Badge recovery is only possible within 10 seconds of removal.

Pattern Generator badge

The pattern generator badge display in the Settings bar when pattern generator is set to Continuous or Burst mode.

The pattern generator badge lists the bit rate, amplitude, and pattern definition. If the Pattern Definition is set to Manual, the badge shows the Bits 3 to 0. If Pattern Definition is set to File, the badge shows the file name. The Burst button displays in the badge when pattern generator Output is set to Burst.

o delete the pattern generator badge, right-click the badge and select Output > Off.

Mask Test badge

The mask test results and measurement statistics are displayed in the Mask Test badge in the Results bar. The badge is created when the first segment of a mask is defined.

Badge readout Description

Label (optional readout) A label defined in the badge configuration menu.

Tested The total number of waveforms tested against the mask.

Passed The number of waveforms that contained no samples that violated the mask.

Failed The number of waveforms that contained one or more samples that violated the mask.

Displays in red if greater than or equal to the total failures threshold.

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Badge readout Description

Cons The highest number of consecutively failed waveforms in the test run. Displays in red if

greater than or equal to the consecutive failures threshold.

Status The status of the mask test. It can be On, Off, Passed/Passing (green) or Failed/Failing

(red).

Seg n (optional readout) The number of waveforms that contained one or more samples that violated mask segment

Double-tap a Mask Test badge to open its configuration menu to change or refine settings.

ou can drag the badge to change its position in the Results bar and open the badge right-click menu to access a quick-action menu.

There are two ways to delete Channel and Waveform badges.

• Right-click the badge and turn it off.

Waveform Histogram badges

The Waveform Histogram badges are located in the Results bar. The badge title shows the histogram source.

To add the Waveform Histogram badge to Results bar, set the Display to On from the Result Badge menu. Double-tap a Waveform Histogram badge to open its configuration menu to change settings.

The histogram badge displays the measurements which are checked in the Result Badge menu.

ou can drag the badge to change its position in the Results bar and open the badge right-click menu to access a quick-action menu.

There are two ways to delete Waveform Histogram badges.

• Right-click the badge and select Delete Histogram.

Cursor Badges

You can display the cursor readouts in a Cursors badge in the Results bar. The badge contents depend on the cursor in use.

To create a cursor readouts badge, turn on Cursors, double-tap a cursor readout to open its configuration menu, and set the Readouts mode to Badge.

Note: You can only view cursor readouts in one location at a time; either on the waveform or in a Cursors badge. You cannot move cursor readouts to a badge for Spectrum View cursors.

You can drag the badge to change its position in the Results bar and open the badge right-click menu to access a quick-action menu.

There are two ways to delete Channel and W

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• Right-click the badge and turn it off.

Flick the badge off the right edge of the display to remove it from the Results bar. Flicking left from the right edge of the Results bar

• recovers the badge. Badge recovery is only possible within 10 seconds of removal.

Search badges

Search badges are also shown in the Results bar, below the Measurement badges. A search badge lists the search source, search type,

and the number of search event occurrences in the current acquisition. The instrument marks the waveform where those events occur with small down-pointing triangles along the top of the waveform graticule. Double-tap a search badge to open its configuration menu to change or refine search settings.

Search badges are created by tapping the Search button. Use the displayed configuration menu to set the search criteria.

Search badges have < (Previous) and > (Next) Navigation buttons that open the Zoom mode and center the waveform in the display at the position of the previous or next search mark in the waveform record. Search badge Navigation buttons are only usable when the oscilloscope is in single acquisition mode. Single-tap a badge to close the Navigation buttons.

Some searches also provide Min and Max navigation buttons that open the Zoom mode and center the waveform in the display at the minimum or maximum value for that search event in the current acquisition.

Search badges are listed in the order created. Deleting a Search badge does not change the order or names of the remaining badges.

You can drag Search badges to change their position in the Results bar and open the badge right-click menu to access a quick-action menu.

There are two ways to delete Channel and Waveform badges.

• Right-click the badge and turn it off.

Deleting mass Measurements/Searches badges at Once

This badge helps you to delete/remove many number measurements or searches, which are in the Results bar.

1. Select and right click on the Measurement/Search badge in the Results bar, which displays the dialog box as shown:

Controls Description

Configure Measurement/Search Configure Measurement or Search badges

Delete Measurement/Search/Histogram Deletes the selected Measurement (standard, jitter, power, DDR, etc.)/Search/Histogram

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Controls Description

Delete All Measurement/Search/ Histograms

2. When Delete All Measurements is selected, the oscilloscope asks for the confirmation to delete all the measurements/search at a

time.

3. The dialog box provides you a checkbox that gives the choice to bypass remaining information dialogs.

• Don’t ask for remaining items: Default is unchecked. If you leave it unchecked and clear the information dialog, then the dialog

will appear again for the next measurement deletion.

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If the box is checked, it proceeds with deleting the rest of the items without bringing up the dialog box again. The dialog box appears for each set of measurements you want to delete.

Deletes all the Measurement (standard, jitter, power, DDR, etc.)/Search/Histogram badges in the Results bar

Signal Clipping and Badges

WARNING: Clipping is caused by excessive or dangerous voltage at the probe tip, and/or a vertical scale setting that is not

adequate to display the entire vertical range of the waveform. Excessive voltage at the probe tip can injure the operator and cause damage to the probe and/or instrument.

This instrument shows a warning triangle symbol and the words Clipping in a Channel badge when a vertical clipping condition exists. Any measurement badges associated with that channel also indicate a clipping condition by turning the measurement text red and listing the type of clipping (positive or negative).

To close the clipping message, change the vertical scale to show the entire waveform, disconnect the probe tip from the excessive voltage source, and check that you are probing the correct signal using the correct probe.

Clipping causes inaccurate amplitude-related measurement results. Clipping also causes inaccurate amplitude values in saved waveform files. If a math waveform is clipped, it will not af

fect amplitude measurements on that math waveform.

System badges

System badges (in the settings bar) display the main Horizontal and Trigger settings. You cannot delete System badges.

Double-tap a System badge to open its configuration menu.

The Horizontal badge also has Scale buttons, shown by single-tapping the badge. Use the Horizontal Scale buttons to increase or decrease the horizontal time setting.

Common badge actions

Action Result Example

Single tap Immediate access controls (Scale,

Navigation).

Double tap Configuration menu with access to all

settings for the badge.

Touch and hold Right-click menu with single tap

access to common actions. T actions include turning off a channel and deleting a measurement or search badge.

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Flick Flick the badge off the bottom edge of the display to remove it from the Settings bar

Flick the badge off the right edge of the display to remove it from the Results bar.

Flick from the right or bottom edge to recover a removed badge. This action is only possible within 10 seconds of badge removal.

Badge selection status

The appearance of a badge indicates its selection status (selected or unselected), or if a measurement needs to be deleted to close a channel or waveform badge.

Badge type Selected Unselected Turned off or in use

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Badge type Selected Unselected Turned off or in use

Measurement N/A

A dimmed Channel badge means the screen waveform is turned off (but not deleted). A dimmed Waveform badge means that the waveform display is turned of

f, or it is being used as a source by a measurement and cannot be deleted until the measurement is deleted.

Configuration menus

Configuration menus let you quickly set the parameters for channels, system settings (Horizontal, Trigger), measurements, cursor readouts, Waveform and Plot views, callout text, and so on.

Double-tap an item (badge, Waveform View or Plot View, cursor readouts, callout text, and so on) to open its configuration menu. For example, double-tap a Channel badge in the Settings Bar to open its configuration menu.

Selections or values that you enter take effect immediately. Menu contents are dynamic, and can change depending on your selections, instrument options, or attached probes.

Related settings are grouped into 'panels'. T and/or fields shown in that panel and other panels.

Tap anywhere outside a configuration menu to close it.

o open Help content for a configuration menu, tap the question mark icon in the upper right corner of the menu.

ap the panel name to show those settings. Changes to panel settings can change the values

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1. The Zoom Overview shows the entire waveform record. All waveforms are shown in Overlay mode in the Zoom Overview area. Using

pinch and expand gestures on the Zoom Overview waveforms changes the horizontal time base settings.

2. The Zoom Box shows the area of the Zoom Overview to display in the Zoom V

the area to view. Moving the Zoom Box, or changing its position, does not change the horizontal time base settings.

3. The Zoom icon (in the upper right corner of the Waveform View) switches zoom mode on and off.

4. A zoom box lets you quickly draw a box around an area of interest in the Waveform or Zoom Overview. Drawing a box immediately

puts the oscilloscope into zoom mode. To draw a zoom box, tap the DRAW-A-BOX button (while in Zoom mode), then touch and drag on the waveform to draw a box waveform. You can continue to draw zoom boxes until you single tap anywhere on the screen or open a menu.

To toggle between Zoom mode and Mask mode, double-tap the DRAW-A-BOX button and select one of the two options. Search for the Mask Testing topics in the oscilloscope Help for more information.

5. The Zoom View shows the zoomed waveforms, as marked by the Zoom Box, in the Zoom Waveform Record View. Use pinch and/or

drag options in the zoom view to change the zoomed area of interest. Pinch, expand, and drag gestures in the Zoom View only change zoom magnification settings and Zoom Box position.

6. Use the Zoom Title Bar controls to adjust the vertical and horizontal size of the zoom area. Click or tap the + or - buttons or use the A

and B multipurpose knobs.

In a waveform view, if both Cursor and Zoom are turned on, use the Zoom Box and Cursors button to change the multipurpose knob functionality cursors.

Double tap the Horizontal Zoom Position or Horizontal Zoom Scale fields to enter a value using a numerical keypad.

. Tap the Zoom Title Bar to assign the knobs to adjust the zoom or tap the Cursors button to assign knobs to adjust the

iew (see 5). You can touch and drag the box to move

To exit the zoom display mode, tap the Zoom icon in the corner of display or tap the X in the Zoom Title Bar.

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Math-FFT or XY plot view zoom

Use the A and B multipurpose knobs to adjust the zoom for Math-FFT or XY plot view

In a Math-FFT or XY plot view, if A and B multipurpose knobs are assigned to Zoom, the zoom box is highlighted and the multipurpose knobs within the Zoom Box are enabled.

If both Cursors and Zoom are turned on in Math-FFT or XY Plot view, use the Zoom Box and Cursors button to change the multipurpose knob functionality

. Tap the Zoom Box to assign the knobs to adjust zoom or tap the Cursors button to assign knobs to adjust the cursors .

To exit the zoom display mode, tap the Zoom icon in the corner of view or tap the X in the Math-FFT view or XY plot view.

Using the touch screen interface for common tasks

Use standard touch screen actions, similar to those found on smart phones and tablets, to interact with most screen objects. You can also use a mouse to interact with the UI. The equivalent mouse operation is shown for each touch operation.

The oscilloscope has a user interface tutorial. Tap Help > User Interface Tutorial to quickly learn the fundamental touch operations.

Table 3: Common touchscreen UI tasks with mouse equivalents

Task Touchscreen UI action Mouse action

Add a channel, math, reference, or bus waveform to the screen.

Select a channel, math, reference, or bus waveform to make it active

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Tap an inactive channel button, Add New Math, Add New Reference, or Add New Bus button.

Stacked or Overlay mode: Tap the Channel or

aveform badge.

Stacked mode: Tap the channel, math, reference, or bus waveform slice or handle.

Overlay mode: Tap the channel or waveform handle.

Click an inactive channel button, Add New Math, Add New Reference, or Add New Bus button.

Stacked or Overlay mode: Left-click the Channel or Waveform badge.

Stacked mode: Left-click the channel, math, reference, or bus waveform slice or handle.

Overlay mode: Left-click the channel or waveform handle.

Getting acquainted with your instrument

Task Touchscreen UI action Mouse action

Display scale or navigation buttons on a badge (waveform, measurement, search, horizontal). Not all measurement or search badges display navigation buttons.

Open a configuration menu on any item (all badges, views, cursor readouts, labels, and so on).

Open a right-click menu (badges, views).

Close a configuration menu. Some dialog boxes will not close until you click an OK, Close, or other button in the dialog.

Move a menu. Touch and hold the menu title bar or a blank area

Move a callout. Callouts are screen objects and are not associated with any particular waveform channel or slice.

Change horizontal or vertical settings directly on a waveform. Vertical changes only apply to the selected channel or waveform; horizontal changes apply to all channels and waveforms.

Increase or decrease the zoom area while in Zoom mode.

Quickly scroll or pan a waveform or list.

Close or open the Results Bar to increase the Waveform View area.

Change the position of badges in the Settings Bar or Results Bar.

Tap the badge. Click the badge.

Double-tap the badge, view, or other object. Double-click the badge, view, or other object.

Touch and hold on the badge, Waveform View, Plot view opens.

Tap anywhere outside the menu or dialog. Click anywhere outside the menu or dialog.

in the menu, then drag the menu to new position.

Touch and hold on a callout and quickly start to drag, then move to new position. Start to move the callout as soon as selected (highlighted), otherwise the UI opens the right-click menu.

Tap a badge and use the Scale buttons. Left-click a channel, waveform, or Horizontal

Touch and hold two fingertips on the waveform view, move them together or apart vertically or horizontally, lift from screen; repeat.

Touch and drag in the waveform or list. Click and drag in the waveform or list.

Tap on the Results Bar Handle (three vertical dots in border) or anywhere in the border between the Waveform View and the Results Bar.

Touch and drag the badge to a new position in the same bar.

, or other screen item until a menu

Right-click the object.

Click and hold the right mouse button on title or blank area, drag to new position.

Click and hold the right mouse button on the callout and quickly start to drag, then move to the new position.

badge and click on the Scale buttons.

Click the + or - buttons on the Zoom Title bar.

Click the Draw-a-Box button, draw a box around the waveform area of interest.

Click the Results Bar Handle (three vertical dots in border) or anywhere in the border between the Waveform View and the Results Bar.

Click and drag the Results Bar divider.

Click and drag the badge to a new position in the same bar.

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Configure the instrument

Configurations to help operate your instrument efficiently. Refer to the instrument help for additional configuration information.

Download and install the latest instrument firmware

Installing the latest firmware helps ensure that your instrument has the latest features and is taking the most accurate measurements.

Before you begin

Save any important on-instrument files such as waveforms, screen captures, and setups to a USB drive or network. The installation process does not remove user-created files, but it is recommended to back up important files before an update.

Determine the current version of firmware installed on the instrument using the Help > About menu.

Procedure

To download the instrument firmware and install onto an instrument:

1. Open up a Web browser on a PC and go to www.tek.com/product-support

2. Enter the instrument model number in the search field and click Go.

3. Scroll down the screen and click the Software tab.

4. If the listed available firmware version (Windows or non-Windows) is newer than what is on your instrument, select and download that

file to your PC.

5. Copy the downloaded firmware file to a USB drive.

6. Insert the USB drive with the firmware file into one of the USB ports on the instrument.

7. Power on the instrument.

For the battery operated instrument, connect the power cord and keep it connected during the upgrade of an instrument firmware.

8. Follow on-screen instructions.

The instrument will take a few minutes to install the new firmware. Do not remove the USB flash drive or power off the instrument during this time.

What to do next

To confirm the firmware update, locate the version number found in the About window under the Help menu. Confirm that the instrument firmware version number matches the firmware version number that you just installed.

Set the time zone and clock readout format

Set the time zone to your region so that saved files are marked with the correct date and time information. You can also set the time format (12 or 24 hour clock).

Procedure

1. Double-tap the Date/T

2. To turn off showing the date and time on the screen, tap Display button to Off.

ime badge (bottom-right of screen) to open the configuration menu.

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To turn on date/time display again, double-tap in the blank area where the date/time badge was displayed to open the configuration menu, and set the Display button to On.

3. Select a time format (12 Hour or 24 Hour).

ap the Time Zone field and select the time zone that applies to your location.

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5. Tap anywhere outside of the menu to close it.

Run Signal Path Compensation (SPC)

Run SPC when you first receive an instrument, and at regular intervals, for best measurement accuracy. You should run SPC whenever the ambient (room) temperature has changed by more than 5 °C (9 °F), or once a week if you use vertical scale settings of 5 mV per division or less.

About this task

Signal Path Compensation (SPC) corrects for DC level inaccuracies in the internal signal path, caused by temperature variations and/or long-term signal path drift. Failure to run SPC on a regular basis may result in the instrument not meeting warranted performance levels at low volts per division settings.

Before you begin

Disconnect all probes and cables from the front-panel channel inputs and rear-panel signal connectors.

Procedure

1. Power on and warm up the instrument for at least 20 minutes.

2. Tap Utility > Calibration.

3. Tap Run SPC. The SPC Status readout shows Running while SPC is running. SPC can take three minutes approximately per channel

to run, so wait until the SPC Status message changes to Pass before reconnecting probes and using the instrument.

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resulting in possible inaccurate measurements. If you do abort the SPC, make sure to run the SPC procedure completely before using the instrument to take measurements.

4. Close the Calibration configuration dialog when SPC has completed.

If the SPC fails, write down any error message text. Make sure that all probes and cables are disconnected and run the SPC again. If the SPC still fails, contact Tektronix Customer Support.

ou can abort the SPC calibration by tapping Abort SPC. This may leave some channels uncompensated,

Compensate the probe

Probe compensation adjusts the high frequency response of a probe for best waveform capture and measurement accuracy. Use this procedure to adjust probe compensation for probes with a manual adjustment.

The following procedure checks the probe compensation.

1. Connect a supported probe to Channel 1.

2. Connect the probe tip and ground lead of the probe to the PROBE COMP terminals. Connect only one probe at a time to the PROBE

COMP terminals.

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urn on the Channel 1 and turn off all other channels.

4. Tap File > Default Setup.

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5. Push the Autoset button on the front-panel or tap File > Autoset from the menu bar

the levels between approximately 0 V - 2.5 V and 1 kHz.

. The screen should display a square wave with

6. Check the shape of the displayed waveform to determine if the probe needs adjusted. If the waveform has a square leading edge and

a flat top and bottom, the probe does not need adjusted. If the waveform leading edge is rounded or has a spike, you need to adjust the probe compensation.

7. Use the probe adjustment tool provided with the probe to adjust the probe until the waveform has as flat a top and bottom as possible.

Remove the adjustment tool before looking at the waveform. Repeat until waveform top and bottom are flat. See your probe manual for adjustment location and instructions.

8. Repeat these steps for each probe connected to each channel. You must run this procedure every time you move a probe from one

channel to another.

Connect to a network (LAN)

Connecting to a network allows you to remotely access the instrument.

Work with your network administrator to obtain the required information to connect to your network (IP address, Gateway IP address, Subnet Mask, DNS IP address, and so on).

1. Connect a CAT5 cable from the instrument LAN connector to your network.

2. Select Utility > I/O on the menu bar to open the I/O configuration menu.

3. Obtain or enter the network address information:

Configure the instrument

• If your network is DHCP-enabled, and the IP address field does not already show an address, tap Auto to obtain the IP address

information from the network. DHCP mode is the default mode.

If your network is not DHCP-enabled, or you need a permanent (non-changing) IP address for this instrument, tap Manual and

• enter the IP address and other values provided by your IT or system administrator resource.

4. Tap Test Connection to verify that the network connection is working. The LAN Status icon turns green when the instrument

successfully connects to your network. If you have problems connecting to your network, contact your system administration resource for help.

Connect the oscilloscope to a PC using a USB cable

Use a USB cable to connect the oscilloscope directly to a PC for remote instrument control.

1. On the oscilloscope, select Utility > I/O from the menu bar.

2. Tap USB Device Port Settings.

3. Confirm that the USB Device Port control is On (default setting).

4. Connect a USB cable from the PC to the USB Device port on the instrument.

5. If using the USB connection to remotely control the oscilloscope using GPIB commands, set the GPIB Talk/Listen Address for your

configuration (0 - 30).

Connect a keyboard or mouse

The instrument supports most standard USB-connected keyboards and mice, and wireless-connected keyboards and mice (using a USB-connected dongle).

Connect a keyboard and/or mouse by connecting their USB cable, or USB dongle, into any available USB Host port. The keyboard or mouse should work immediately. If it does not, try the following:

1. Remove and reinsert the USB cable or dongle in the same port.

2. Insert the USB cable or dongle into a different USB port.

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These procedures are an introduction to using the interface to do common tasks. Refer to the instrument help for detailed information on menu and field settings.

Add a channel waveform to the display

Use this procedure to add a channel signal to the Waveform View.

1. Connect signal(s) to the channel input(s).

2. Tap an Inactive Channel button (in the Settings bar) of a connected channel.

The selected channel is added to the Waveform View and a Channel badge is added to the Settings bar.

3. Continue tapping Inactive Channel buttons to add more channels (digital or analog). Channels are displayed from lowest-numbered

channel at the top, to highest-numbered channel at the bottom of the view

4. Double-tap a channel badge to open that channel's configuration menu to check or change settings.

waveform settings on page 43.

, regardless of the order they were added (in stacked mode).

See Configure channel or

Configure channel or waveform settings

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Use the channel and waveform configuration menus to set parameters such as vertical scale and of settings, deskew values, external attenuation values, and other settings.

fset, coupling, bandwidth, probe

Before you begin

Prerequisite: There is a channel or waveform badge in the Settings bar.

Procedure

1. Double-tap a Channel or Waveform badge to open a configuration menu for that item.

For example, in a Channel menu, use the Vertical Settings panel to set basic probe parameters such as vertical scale and position, offset, coupling, termination, and bandwidth limit. Available settings depend on the probe.

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ap the Probe Setup panel to confirm probe settings and run configuration or compensation on supported probes.

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ap the Help icon on the menu title to open the help topic for more information.

4. Tap outside the menu to close the menu.

Autoset to quickly display a waveform

The Autoset function analyzes the signal characteristics and changes the instrument Horizontal, Vertical, and Trigger settings to automatically display a triggered waveform. You can then make further changes to trigger and horizontal settings to view the waveform point of interest.

1. Connect the probe with the signal of interest to an available channel.

2. Double-tap the Trigger badge and set the trigger source to that of the signal of interest.

3. Connect any other associated signal(s) to available channel input(s).

4. Add the channel waveforms to the Waveform view. See Add a channel waveform to the display on page 42.

5. Tap File > Autoset or push the front-panel Autoset button. When using the Stacked Display mode, the instrument analyzes the signal

characteristics of the trigger source channel (analog or digital) and adjusts the horizontal, vertical, and trigger settings accordingly to display a triggered waveform for that channel. The Vertical scale is adjusted in each waveform slice of all active waveforms to maximize ADC utilization.

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When using the Overlay Display mode, the instrument adjusts the horizontal and trigger settings of the trigger source channel to display a triggered waveform for that channel. Vertical scale and position adjustments for all active channels in Overlay Display mode are controlled by the Autoset in Overlay Display Mode Optimizes selection in the Autoset panel of the User Preferences menu. If the selection is Visibility, Autoset vertically scales and positions all active channel waveforms such that they are uniformly spaced on screen. If the selection is Resolution, Autoset vertically scales and positions all active channel waveforms such that they each use as much of the ADC's range as possible.

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ou can set which parameters the instrument can adjust when running an Autoset. Access the Autoset panel in Utility >

User Preferences > Autoset.

Autoset guidelines

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Autoset displays three or four cycles (depending on the detected signal) with the trigger level near the midlevel of the signal.

• The trigger is set to type Edge, rising slope, DC coupling.

• If no channels are displayed before pushing Autoset, the oscilloscope adds Ch 1 to the Waveform view whether it has a signal or not.

• Autoset ignores math, reference, and bus waveforms.

• A channel or waveform with a frequency less than 40 Hz is classified as no signal.

How to trigger on a signal

Use this procedure to open the Trigger menu to select and configure the trigger event type and conditions.

1. Double-tap the Trigger badge on the Settings bar to open the Trigger configuration menu.

2. Select a trigger from the Trigger Type list. The trigger type sets what fields are available in the menu and also updates the illustration

to show a graphic of the trigger type.

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To trigger on a bus, you must first add the bus to the Waveform view. See Add a math, reference, or bus waveform on page

riggering on buses other than Parallel requires purchasing and installing serial trigger and analysis options.

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3. Select the other fields and panels to refine the trigger conditions. The menu fields and trigger graphic updates as you make changes to

the trigger settings. Displayed fields depend on the selected trigger type. Selection changes take ef

4. Tap the Help icon on the menu title for more information on these settings.

5. Tap outside the menu to close the menu.

fect immediately.

Set the acquisition mode

Use this procedure to set the method the instrument uses to acquire and display the signal.

1. Double-tap the Acquisition badge on the Settings bar to open the Acquisition configuration menu.

2. Select the acquisition method from the Acquisition Mode list. Set any other parameters associated with the selected acquisition type.

ap the Help icon on the menu title for more information on these settings.

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4. Tap outside the menu to close the menu.

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Set Horizontal parameters

Use this procedure to set the horizontal time base parameters such as mode, minimum sample rate, horizontal scale, delay delay time (relative to the center of the waveform record.

1. Double-tap the Horizontal badge on the Settings bar to open the Horizontal configuration menu.

, and trigger

2. Use the menu selections to set horizontal parameters.

ap the Help icon on the menu title for more information on these settings.

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Add a math, reference, or bus waveform

Math waveforms let you create new waveforms based on operations between two or more waveforms or by applying equations to waveform data. A reference waveform is a static waveform record displayed for comparison. Bus waveforms let you view and analyze serial or parallel data.

There is no set limit to the number of Math, Reference, or Bus waveforms you can add to the Waveform View, other than system physical memory constraints.

1. Tap the Math Ref Bus > Add New Math, Add New Ref, or Add New Bus button in the Settings bar.

2. The instrument adds the waveform to the W

menu. This example shows adding a Math waveform.

aveform view, adds a Waveform badge to the Settings bar, and opens a configuration

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3. Use the configuration menus to refine the waveform parameters. Displayed fields depend on the waveform and selections made in the

menu. Selection changes take effect immediately.

This example shows adding a Math waveform, using the Math Source fields to select Ch 1 and Ch 2 as the waveform sources, set the math type to Basic math operation, and subtracting channel 2 from channel 1.

4. When adding a Reference waveform, the instrument displays a Recall configuration menu. Navigate to and select the reference waveform file (*.wfm) to recall, then tap the Recall button. The instrument displays the Reference waveform.

5. Double-tap a math, reference, or bus badge to check or change the waveform settings.

settings on page 43.

6. Tap the Help icon on a configuration menu title for more information on math, reference, and bus waveform settings.

7. Tap outside the menu to close the menu.

See Configure channel or waveform

Add a measurement

Use this procedure to select and add measurements.

1. Acquire the channel(s) and/or waveform(s) on which you want to take measurements.

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Note: W on the Settings bar and is acquiring the signal to measure.

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ap the Measure button to open the Add Measurements configuration menu or drag the Measure button onto a waveform in the

waveform display area to automatically set the source.

Note: If the menu shows tabs other than Standard, then optional measurement types have been installed on the instrument. Select a tab to show the measurements for that option.

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ap the Source field and select the measurement source. The list shows all available sources that are valid for the measurement.

aveforms do not need to be displayed to be used for measurements, as long as the channel or waveform badge is

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4. Select a measurement category panel, such as Amplitude Measurements or T

those categories.

5. Select a measurement and tap Add to add the measurement to the Results bar. You can also double-tap a measurement to add it to

the Results bar.

6. Select and add other measurements for the current source. T

measurements to add.

7. To add measurements for other sources, select a different source, select a measurement, and add the measurement.

ap the measurement category panels to display and select other

ime Measurements, to display measurements for

ap outside the Add Measurements menu to close the menu.

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9. To further adjust a measurement's settings, double-tap a measurement badge to open a configuration menu for that measurement.

See Configure a measurement on page 49.

10. Tap the Help icon on the menu title for more information on settings.

Configure a measurement

Use this procedure to add statistical readouts to the measurement badge, display plots for the measurement, and refine measurement parameters (configuration, global versus local scope of settings, gating, filtering, and so on).

1. Double-tap a measurement badge to open its Measurement configuration menu.

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ap Show Statistics in Badge to add statistical readouts to the measurement badge.

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ap available panel titles to make changes for those categories.

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4. Use the available fields to refine the measurement conditions. Displayed fields depend on the measurement. Selection changes take

fect immediately. Selection changes can also change fields in other panels.

5. Tap the Help button on the menu title for more information on this menu's settings.

6. Tap outside the menu to close the menu.

Add a Search

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Use this procedure to set search criteria and mark a waveform where those events occur

You can search on analog and digital signals, math waveforms, and reference waveforms. You can add searches to different waveforms and multiple searches to the same waveform.

Prerequisite: Display the channel or waveform signal on which to search. The waveform must be displayed to create a search for it.

1. Tap the Search button to open the Search configuration menu.

2. Use the configuration menu fields to set the search criteria in the same way that you would set for a trigger condition (select the Search T

3. The searched waveform is marked with one or more triangles as soon as the search criteria becomes true. Each search uses a

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o stop showing marks on a waveform, double-tap the Search badge and tap Display to Off.

5. To move the waveform to center marks on the display, push the Run/Stop front panel button to stop acquisition, single-tap a Search badge, and tap the < or > Navigation button.

ype, Source, and conditions on which to search).

ou cannot search for sequential events (there is no Sequence search type).

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ferent color for its markers. The example image shows search criteria set to find positive pulse widths that are less than 70 ns wide.

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Note: Navigation buttons are only functional when the oscilloscope acquisition mode is set to Stop.

This opens the Zoom mode and moves the waveform to the previous or next event mark on the waveform.

6. If available for a search, tap the Min or Max button to center the waveform in the display at the minimum or maximum value of the search events in the waveform record.

o return the instrument to normal acquisition mode, push the Run/Stop front-panel button to set it to Run mode.

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Delete a Measurement or Search badge

Use this procedure to remove a Measurement or Search badge from the Results bar.

1. Touch and hold the Measurement or Search badge that you want to delete. The instrument opens a right-click menu.

2. Select Delete Meas to delete that badge from the Results bar.

ou can undo a measurement delete.

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3. The second way to delete a Measurement or Search badge is by flicking it of

right edge of the display recovers the badge.

Note: Badge recovery is possible within 10 seconds only of removal.

f the right edge of the display. Flicking to the left from the

Change waveform view settings

Use this procedure to change the waveform display mode (Stacked or Overlay), waveform trace interpolation algorithm, waveform persistence, style and intensity

1. Double-tap on an open graticule area to open the Waveform View configuration menu.

, and graticule style and intensity.

ap the buttons in the Display Mode to toggle between Overlay and Stacked modes.

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3. Use the other controls to set the waveform interpolation algorithm, waveform point persistence, style, and intensity and intensity.

4. Tap the Help icon on the menu title to open the Waveform View menu help topic for more information on the waveform view parameters.

5. Tap outside the menu to close the menu.

, and graticule style

Display and configure cursors

Cursors are on-screen lines that you can move to take measurements on specific parts of a waveform or between two different waveforms. Cursor readouts show both current position values and the difference (delta) between cursors. Polar cursor readouts are available through the cursor configuration menu for XY plots.

1. Tap the waveform slice (in Stacked mode), or the channel or waveform badge (in Overlay mode) to which you want to add cursors.

2. Tap the Cursors button. The cursors are added to the display.

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3. Use Multipurpose Knobs A and B to move the cursors, or touch and drag a cursor. Cursors show readouts that show position and difference measurements between the cursors.

4. To move the cursors to a different channel or waveform, just tap in that waveform graticule.

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o further configure cursors, double-tap on either cursor line or the cursor readouts to open the Cursors configuration menu. For

example, tap the Cursor type to select the cursors to display, such as Waveform, V Bars, H Bars, and V&H Bars.

The cursor configuration menu in the waveform view.

The cursor configuration menu in an XY plot.

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o split the cursors between two waveforms, tap the Source field and select Split and select the source for each cursor. The cursors

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ap the Help icon on the menu title for more information on the menu settings.

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8. To stop showing cursors, open the Cursors configuration menu and set Display to Off.

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Remote access from a Web browser

ou can remotely access your network-connected standard instrument (not running Windows) from a Web browser to display the

Y instrument user interface on a PC.

This procedure describes how to remotely access the UI controls and screen for standard (non Windows 10) instruments. To remotely access the UI controls and screen for Windows 10 instruments, see the Remote access to a Windows 10 instrument topic in the Help.

Prerequisites:

• The instrument must be connected to, and accessible from, the network to which the PC is connected. See Connect to a network

(LAN) on page 40

• The IP address of the instrument that you want to access. To determine the instrument's IP address, select Utility > IO in the

instrument menu bar and view the network settings in the LAN panel.

• You are accessing a standard (instrument that does not have the Windows OS option installed).

Use below procedure to remotely access the UI controls and screen for standard (non Windows 10) instruments using e*Scope functionality.

1. Open a Web browser on a PC connected to the same network as the instrument.

2. Enter just the instrument IP address on the URL line of the browser and press Enter. For example: 135.62.88.157. The browser

searches for and opens the Web page for the instrument.

3. Select Instrument Control (e*Scope®). The browser displays the instrument screen.

4. Use a mouse to select and interact with the instrument controls shown in the Web browser. If your remote PC or laptop has a touch

screen monitor, you can use the remote touchscreen monitor to access the instrument controls.

When you access the instrument from an e*Scope browser, you cannot directly paste text (such as path, IP address information, and so on) from the PC to an instrument menu field. You must use an intermediate clipboard function that is available in the e*Scope application. Use the following steps to copy text from an e*Scope-connected PC to the instrument:

1. Open a connection to the instrument using e*Scope.

2. Select and copy the text on your PC.

3. In e*Scope, press Ctrl-Alt-Shift to open the Clipboard menu.

4. Paste the text into the Clipboard field.

5. Press Ctrl-Alt-Shift to close the browser Clipboard menu.

6. Use e*Scope to open the instrument menu to which to paste content, and position the cursor in the field where you want to paste the

text.

7. Press Ctrl-V (on real keyboard or from virtual keyboard) to paste the text from the e*Scope browser clipboard to the menu field.

8. Repeat steps 4.b on page 25 through 4.g on page 25 to copy and paste other text from the PC to the instrument

Connect the oscilloscope to a PC using a USB cable

Use a USB cable to connect the oscilloscope directly to a PC for remote instrument control.

1. On the oscilloscope, select Utility > I/O from the menu bar.

2. Tap USB Device Port Settings.

3. Confirm that the USB Device Port control is On (default setting).

4. Connect a USB cable from the PC to the USB Device port on the instrument.

5. If using the USB connection to remotely control the oscilloscope using GPIB commands, set the GPIB Talk/Listen Address for your

configuration (0 - 30).

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ESD Prevention Guidelines

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage oscilloscope and some probe inputs. This topic discusses how to avoid this type of damage.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a concern when handling any electronic equipment. The instrument is designed with robust ESD protection, however it is still possible that large discharges of static electricity directly into the signal input may damage the instrument. Use the following techniques to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging the instrument.

Discharge the static voltage from your body by wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap while connecting and disconnecting cables,

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probes, and adapters. The instrument provides a ground connection to which to attach a wrist strap (on the Probe Comp ground connector).

• A cable that is left unconnected on a bench can develop a large static charge. Discharge the static voltage from all cables before

connecting them to the instrument or device under test by momentarily grounding the center conductor of the cable, or by connecting a 50 Ω termination to one end, before attaching the cable to the instrument.

• Before you apply power, connect the instrument to an electrically-neutral reference point, such as earth ground. To do this, plug the

three-pronged power cord into an outlet grounded to earth ground. Grounding the oscilloscope is necessary to ensure safety and to take accurate measurements.

• If you are working with static sensitive components, ground yourself. Static electricity that builds up on your body can damage

static-sensitive components. Wear a wrist strap to safely send static charges on your body to earth ground.

• The oscilloscope must share the same ground as any circuits that you plan to test.

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Maintenance

Information for periodic and corrective maintenance on the instrument.

Inspection and cleaning

Inspection and Cleaning describes how to inspect for dirt and damage. It also describes how to clean the exterior and interior of the instrument. Inspection and cleaning are done as preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance, when done regularly, may prevent instrument malfunction and enhance its reliability.

Preventive maintenance consists of visually inspecting and cleaning the instrument and using general care when operating it.

How often to perform maintenance depends on the severity of the environment in which the instrument is used. A proper time to perform preventive maintenance is just before instrument adjustment.

Exterior cleaning (other than display)

Clean the exterior surfaces of the chassis with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If any dirt remains, use a cloth or swab dipped in a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution. Use a swab to clean narrow spaces around controls and connectors. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the chassis that may damage the chassis.

Clean the On/Standby switch using a cleaning towel dampened with deionized water. Do not spray or wet the switch itself.

CAUTION: A deionized water when cleaning the front-panel buttons. Use a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution as a cleaner for cabinet parts. Before using any other type of cleaner, consult your Tektronix Service Center or representative.

Inspection - Exterior. Inspect the outside of the instrument for damage, wear, and missing parts. Immediately repair defects that could cause personal injury or lead to further damage to the instrument.

void the use of chemical cleaning agents which might damage the plastics used in this instrument. Use only

Table 4: External inspection checklist

Item Inspect for Repair action

Cabinet, front panel, and cover Cracks, scratches, deformations, damaged

hardware

Front-panel knobs Missing, damaged, or loose knobs Repair or replace missing or defective knobs

Connectors Broken shells, cracked insulation, and

deformed contacts. Dirt in connectors

Carrying handle and cabinet feet Correct operation Repair or replace defective module

Accessories Missing items or parts of items, bent pins,

broken or frayed cables, and damaged connectors

Repair or replace defective module

Repair or replace defective modules. Clear or brush out dirt

Repair or replace damaged or missing items, frayed cables, and defective modules

Flat panel display cleaning

Clean the flat panel display surface by gently rubbing the display with a clean-room wipe (such as W available from Kimberly-Clark Corporation), or an abrasive-free cleaning cloth.

ypall Medium Duty Wipes, #05701,

If the display is very dirty, moisten the wipeor cloth with distilled water, a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution, or standard glass cleaner, and gently rub the display surface. Use only enough liquid to dampen the cloth or wipe. Avoid using excess force or you may damage the display surface.

CAUTION: Improper cleaning agents or methods can damage the flat panel display

• Do not use abrasive cleaners or surface cleaners to clean the display.

Do not spray liquids directly on the display surface.

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• Do not scrub the display with excessive force.

Maintenance

CAUTION: T onto the screen or instrument.

o prevent getting moisture inside the instrument during external cleaning, do not spray any cleaning solutions directly

Check for common problems

Use the following table to help isolate possible failures. The table lists problems and possible causes. The list is not exhaustive, but it may help you eliminate a problem that is quick to fix, such as a loose power cord.

Table 5: Failure symptoms and possible causes

Symptom Possible cause(s)

Instrument will not power on Power cord not plugged in.

Faulty power supply.

Defective micro-controller assembly.

Instrument powers on, but one or more fans will not operate Faulty fan power cable.

Fan power cable not connected to circuit board.

Defective fan .

Faulty power supply.

One or more defective point of load regulators.

Flat-panel display blank or has streaks in display Faulty LCD screen or video circuitry.

Service the instrument

For more information on troubleshooting, maintenance, and replacing parts on your instrument contact a T

ektronix Service Center.

Returning the instrument for service

When repacking the instrument for shipment, use the original packaging. If the packaging is unavailable or unfit for use, contact your local Tektronix representative to obtain new packaging.

Seal the shipping carton with an industrial stapler or strapping tape.

Before returning the instrument for service, contact the Service Center to get an RMA (return material authorization) number, and any return or shipping information you may need.

If the instrument is being shipped to a Tektronix Service Center, enclose the following information:

• The RMA number.

• The owner's address.

• Name and phone number of a contact person.

• Type and serial number of the instrument.

• Reason for returning.

• A complete description of the required service.

Mark the address of the Tektronix Service Center and the return address on the shipping carton in two prominent locations.

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Index

acquisition menu, open add

a channel to the display 42 a measurement badge a search badge 51 signal to the screen 42 waveform to the screen 42

Add New

Bus waveform button 26 Math waveform button 26

Ref waveform button 26 AFG option 26 Autoset 43

badge types 27 badges 27 bus waveforms 46 button descriptions 19

Callout button 24 change display settings 52 change measurement settings 49 channel badge 27 channel menu 43 channel settings 43 channel vertical parameters menu 43 clipping message 27 clock format (12/24 hr), how to set 38 common touchscreen UI tasks 36 configuration menus 34 configure a measurement 49 connect to a network 40 connecting probes 17 Cursors button (touchscreen) 24 cursors menu 53

delete a measurement badge 52 display a channel 42 display cursors 53 documentation 14 Draw-a-Box button (Zoom) 35 DVM option 26 dynamic range limit marker 26

e*Scope 56 electrostatic damage, preventing Environment requirements 16 ESD, preventing 57 Ethernet, connect to 40 expansion point, waveform 26

firmware, how to update 38

GPIB talk/listen address 41, 56 graticule intensity 52 graticule style 52

handles, analog and digital 26 horizontal menu, open 46 how to

add a measurement 47 Add bus waveform Add math waveform 46 Add reference waveform 46 add waveform to screen 42 change display settings 52 change graticule intensity 52 change graticule style 52 change measurement settings 49 change persistence 52 change waveform intensity 52 change waveform interpolation 52 check power-on self tests results 17 connect probes 17 connect to network 40 connect to PC using USB cable 41, 56 delete a measurement 52 display cursors 53 download, install firmware 38 open acquisition menu 45 open horizontal menu 46 quickly display waveform (Autoset) 43 remote access the instrument (from Web) 56 run signal path compensation (SPC) 39 search on an event 51 set acquisition parameters 45 set channel vertical parameters 43 set clock format (12/24 hr) 38 set GPIB talk/listen address 41, 56 set horizontal parameters 46 set probe deskew 43

how to (continued)

set probe parameters 43

set time zone 38

set trigger parameters 44

use Autoset 43

use mouse with the UI 36 How to

change display mode (stacked, Overlay) 52 how to compensate probes 39

inactive channel buttons 26 input signal level requirements 17 intensity, graticule 52 intensity, waveform 52

options (continued)

option license file 15

overlay mode (waveforms) 52

Pan 35 panels, menu persistence, waveform 52 Plot button 24 power requirements 16 power-on test results 17 preventing ESD 57 probe deskew, set 43 probe parameters, set 43 probes, connecting 17

keyboard, installing 41

LAN, connect to 40 license file (option) 15

manuals 14 marking waveform events (search) 51 math waveforms 46 Measure button 24 measurement badge 27 measurement badge, delete 52 Menu bar 24 menu panels 34 menus 34 More button 24 mouse touchscreen UI equivalents 36 mouse, installing 41 move cursors 53

navigation buttons, badges 27 network, connect to 40

open acquisition menu 45 open horizontal menu 46 operating

altitude range 16

humidity range

temperature range 16 operating power requirements 16 options

install an option 15

rack mount kit information 17 record view, waveform 26 reference waveforms 46 remote access (e*Scope) 56 remote access (Web-based) 56 requirements

altitude 16 environment humidity 16 power 16 signal inputs 17

temperature 16 Results bar 24 Results Table button 24 run signal path compensation 39

scale buttons, badge 27 search badge 27 Search button 24 searching for events 51 set

clock format (12/24 hr) 38

GPIB talk/listen address

probe deskew 43

probe parameters 43

time zone 38 Settings bar 24 show a measurement 47 signal input levels 17 SPC (signal path compensation) 39 stacked mode (waveforms) 52 Stand 23

41, 56

time zone, how to set 38 touchscreen UI tasks 36

trigger

level indicators 26

position indicator 26 trigger menu 44 trigger the oscilloscope 44

USB cable, connect to PC 41, 56 use cursors 53 user documentation 14 using mouse with the touchscreen 36

waveform

expansion point 26

intensity 52

persistence 52

record view 26 waveform badge 27

aveform Histogram badges 27

W Waveform View 24

Zoom box 35 zoom icon 26 Zoom overview 35 Zoom title bar 35

Tektronix 2 Series MSO Quick Start Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Important safety information

General safety summary

To avoid fire or personal injury

Probes and test leads

Service safety summary

Terms in this manual

Terms on the product

Symbols on the product

Operating safely with battery power

Compliance information

Safety compliance

Environmental compliance

Security disclaimer

Preface

Documentation

Install option upgrade licenses

Check shipped accessories

Operating requirements

Input signal requirements

Check that the instrument passes power-on self tests

Connecting probes to the instrument

Rackmount option information

Getting acquainted with your instrument

Front panel controls and connectors

Button and knob functions

Rear and side panel connections

Instrument stand installation

User interface

User interface elements

Badges

Configuration menus

Zoom user interface

Using the touch screen interface for common tasks

Configure the instrument

Download and install the latest instrument firmware

Set the time zone and clock readout format

Run Signal Path Compensation (SPC)

Compensate the probe

Connect to a network (LAN)

Connect the oscilloscope to a PC using a USB cable

Connect a keyboard or mouse

Operating basics

Add a channel waveform to the display

Configure channel or waveform settings

Autoset to quickly display a waveform

How to trigger on a signal

Set the acquisition mode

Set Horizontal parameters

Add a math, reference, or bus waveform

Add a measurement

Configure a measurement

Add a Search

Delete a Measurement or Search badge

Change waveform view settings

Display and configure cursors

Remote access from a Web browser

Connect the oscilloscope to a PC using a USB cable

ESD Prevention Guidelines

Maintenance

Inspection and cleaning

Exterior cleaning (other than display)

Flat panel display cleaning

Check for common problems

Service the instrument

Returning the instrument for service

Index