Tektronix TDS3FFT User Manual

User Manual

TDS3FFT
FFT Application Module

071-0349-01

*P071034901*

071034901

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Copyright © Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.

WARRANTY SUMMARY

Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and
sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment from an
authorized Tektronix distributor. If a product proves defective
within the respective period, Tektronix will provide repair or
replacement as described in the complete warranty statement.

To arrange for service or obtain a copy of the complete
warranty statement, please contact your nearest Tektronix sales
and service office.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS SUMMARY OR THE
APPLICABLE WARRANTY STATEMENT, TEKTRONIX
MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT
SHALL TEKTRONIX BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT,
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents,
issued and pending. Information in this publication supercedes
that in all previously published material. Specifications and
price change privileges reserved.

Tektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 500, Beaverton, OR 97077
TEKTRONIX, TEK, TEKPROBE, and Tek Secure are

registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.
DPX, WaveAlert, and e*Scope are trademarks of

Tektronix, Inc.

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Contents

Safety Summary 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the TDS3FFT Application Module 5. . . . . . . .

Introduction 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FFT Features 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Displaying an FFT Waveform 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FFT Math Menu 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FFT Windows 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aliasing 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FFT Examples 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Contacting Tektronix

Product
Support

For questions about using Tektronix measurement
products, call toll free in North America:
1-800-833-9200
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific time

Or contact us by e-mail:
[e-mail]

Service
Support

Toll-free
Number

Postal
Address

Web Site

For product support outside of North America,
contact your local Tektronix distributor or sales
office.

T ektronix offers a range of services, including
Extended Warranty Repair and Calibration
services. Contact your local Tektronix distributor or
sales office for details.

For a listing of worldwide service centers, visit our
web site.

In North America:
1-800-833-9200
An operator can direct your call.

Tektronix, Inc.
Department or name (if known)
P.O. Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
USA

www.tektronix.com

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Handle Components Carefully. Do not slide sensitive

components over any surface. Do not touch exposed
connector pins. Handle sensitive components as little as
possible.

Transport and Store Carefully . Transport and store sensitive

components in a static-protected bag or container.

Manual Storage

The oscilloscope front cover has a convenient place to
store this manual.

Safety Summary

To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as
specified. While using this product, you may need to
access other parts of the system. Read the General Safety
Summary in other system manuals for warnings and
cautions related to operating the system.

Preventing Electrostatic Damage

CAUTION. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can

damage components in the oscilloscope and its
accessories. To prevent ESD, observe these
precautions when directed to do so.

Use a Ground Strap. W ear a grounded antistatic wrist strap

to discharge the static voltage from your body while
installing or removing sensitive components.

Use a Safe Work Area. Do not use any devices capable of

generating or holding a static charge in the work area
where you install or remove sensitive components.
Avoid handling sensitive components in areas that have a
floor or benchtop surface capable of generating a static
charge.

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