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Testing Data Lane HS-TX Static Common-Mode Voltage Mismatch (VCMTX(1,0))
Connections for Data Lane HS-TX Static Common-Mode Voltage Mismatch (VCMTX(1,0))78
Configure and Run Data Lane HS-TX Static Common-Mode Voltage Mismatch
Test 1.4.7 Clock Lane HS-TX Static Common-Mode Voltages (VCMTX(1), VCMTX(0)) ..201
Test 1.4.8 Clock Lane HS-TX Static Common-Mode Voltage Mismatch (ΔVCMTX(1,0)) . .202
Test 1.4.9 Clock Lane HS-TX Dynamic Common-Level Variations Between 50-450MHz
Introduction to the ApplicationRelated Documentation
Related Documentation
The following manuals are available as part of the TekExpress D-PHY Automated Solution documentation
set.
Table 1: Product documentation
ItemPurposeLocation
Online Help
In-depth op
eration and UI help.
PDF o f the Online Help
(077-0514-XX)
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Conventions
Online Help uses the following conventions:
The term “DUT” is an abbreviation for Device Under Test.
The term “select” is a generic term that applies to the two mechanical methods of choosing an option:
using a mouse or using the touch screen.
A Note identifies important information.
In-depth op
eration and UI help.
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Introduction to the ApplicationTechnical Support
Technical Support
Tektronix values your feedback on our products. To help us serve you better, please send us your
suggestions, ideas, or comments on your application or oscilloscope.
When you contact Tektronix Technical Support, please include the following information (be as specificas
possible):
General Information
All instru
Hardware options, if any.
Probes used.
Your name, company, mailing address, phone number, FAX number.
Please indicate if you would like to be contacted by Tektronix about your suggestion or comments.
ment model numbers.
Application Specific Information
Software version number.
Description of the problem such that technical support can duplicate the problem.
If possible, save the setup files for all the instruments used and the application.
ssible, save the TekExpress setup files, log.xml , *.TekX (session files and folders), and status
If po
messages text file.
ossible, save the waveform on which you are performing the measurement as a .wfm file.
If p
Forward the information to technical support using one of these methods:
E-mail – techsupport@tektronix.com
FAX – (503) 627-5695
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Getting StartedCompatibility
Compatibility
The TekExpress D-PHY application runs on the following Tektronix oscilloscopes:
MSO70404C, MSO70604C, MSO7
0804C, MSO71254C, MSO71604C, and MSO72004C Series
Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes
DPO/DSA70404C, DPO/DSA70604C, DPO/DSA70804C, DPO/DSA71254C, DPO/DSA71604C,
and DPO/DSA72004C Series Digital Oscilloscopes
MSO70404, MSO70604, MSO70804, MSO71254, MSO71604, and
MSO72004 Series Mixed
Signal Oscilloscopes
DPO/DSA70404B, DPO/DSA70604B, DPO/DSA70804B, DPO/DSA71254B, DPO/DSA71604B,
and DPO/DSA72004B Series Digital Oscilloscopes
DPO/DSA70404, DPO/DSA70604, DPO/DSA70804, DPO/DSA71254, DPO/DSA71604, and
DPO/DSA72004 Series Digital Oscilloscopes
DPO7254C1and DPO7354C Digital Oscilloscope
DPO72541and DPO7354 Digital Oscilloscope
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The DPO7254/C oscilloscope may not meet the Rise/Fall time specifications of D-PHY standards. If that is not critical, then you can use the
DPO7254/C oscilloscope for the D-PHY measurement.
The TekExpress D-PHY application supports the following Tektronix probes:
TAP1500
P7240
P6245
P7380A
P7508 (supports HS-tests only, with known limitations for DSI DUTs)
TDP3500
Minimum System Requirements
The minimum system requirements for a PC to run TekExpress are as follows:
ProcessorPentium 4/M or equivalent processor.
Operating SystemWindows XP Service Pack 2.
Memory
Hard Disk
512 MB of memory.
Approximately 2 GB of available hard-disk space for the recommended
installation, which includes full TekExpress installation and distributed
components.
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Getting StartedInstall the Software
DriveDVD drive.
Display
SoftwareMicrosoft Excel 2002 or above.
Other DevicesMicrosoft compatible mouse or compatible pointing device.
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1
If TekExpress is running on an instrument having a video resolution lower than 800x600 (for example, sampling oscilloscope), it is recommended
to connect a secondary monitor and this must be enabled before launching the application.
2
If TekExpress is installed on a Tektronix oscilloscope, the virtual GPIB port will be used by TekExpress for communicating with oscilloscope
applications. If external GPIB communication devices like USB-GPIB-HS or equivalent are used for instrument connectivity, ensure that the Talker
utility is enabled in the DPO/DSA oscilloscope's GPIB menu. For ease of use, connect to an external (secondary) monitor.
Listener
Super VGA resolution or higher video adapter (800x600 minimum video
resolution fo
The application is best viewed at 96 dpi display settings
r small fonts or 1024x768 minimum video resolution for large fonts).
1
.
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 or later.
Microsoft Photo Editor 3.0 or equivalent software for viewing image files.
Adobe Reader 6.0 or equivalent software for viewing portable document
format (PDF) files.
Four USB ports (two USB ports minimum).
PCI-GPIB or equivalent interface for instrument connectivity2.
Install the Software
1. Close all applications.
2. Download D-PHYWebinstaller_<version>.EXE.
3. Double-click the executable to extract the files. After extraction, the installer launches and the software
The application directory and associated files are organized as follows:
The following table lists the default directory names and their usage:
Directory namesUsage
InstallDir\TekExpress\TekExpress D-PHYContains the application and associated files.
TekExpress D-PHY\Compliance SuitesContains compliance specific files.
TekExpress D-PHY\Bin
TekExpress D-PHY\Lib
TekExpress D-PHY\Tools
TekExpress D-PHY\ACP
TekExpress D-PHY\SCP
TekExpress D-PHY\ICP
TekExpress D-PHY\DocumentsIncludes the technical documentation for the application.
TekExpress D-PHY\Data Manager
TekExpress D-PHY\Data Storage
TekExpress D-PHY\Report Generator
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Includes the Miscellaneous libraries of the D-PHY application.
Includes utility files specific to the D-PHY application.
Includes instrument application s pecific files for the D-PHY
application.
Includes instrument and application specific interface libraries of
the D-PHY application.
Includes the result management specific libraries of the D-PHY
application are present in these folders.
Includes Excel Active X interface Library for Report Generation.
Includes the filter files for the D-PHY application.
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Getting StartedFolder Structure
Folder Structure
After you install D-PHY, it creates the following folders on your computer:
D-PHY folder. The Untitled Session folder is deleted when you exit the D-PHY application.
TekExpress D-PHY.exe is launched, an Untitled Session folder is created under
CAUTION. Each session has multiple files associated with it. Do not modify any of the session files and/or
folders as this may result in loss of data or corrupted session files.
The My TekExpress folder is created as a shared folder with share name as <domain><user ID>My
TekExpress (or if the PC is not connected to domain, then share name is
ID> My TekExpress)
.
<Computer name><user
The above shared folder is mapped as X: (X drive) on to the instrument where D-PHY is running.
NOTE. If X drive is mapped to any other shared folder, the application will display a warning message
ow asking you to disconnect the X: drive manually.
wind
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Getting StartedFile Name Extensions
File Name Extensions
Thesoftwareusesthefollowingfile name extensions:
File name extensionDescription
.TekX
.seq
.xml
.wfmThe test wa
.mht
.fltThefilte
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The session file will be saved in this format.
The test sequence file.
The encrypted XML file that contains the test specificconfiguration
information.
The log file
The test r
extension is also xml.
veform file.
esult report will be saved in this format.
r files are in this format.
Activate the License
Follow the steps below to activate the license:
1. Click Help > Activate License or Help > About TekExpress > License Info to view the license
information and activate the application.
2. Click the View Version Details link to check the version numbers of the installed test suites.
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Getting StartedActivate the License
3. Click the View End-User License Agreement link to open the following Tektronix Software License
Agreement window. Click Print to print the License Agreement.
4. Click License Info to view the available software options. This window shows the license key and
supported options with their status (ac
tive or inactive) with the current license key.
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Getting StartedBefore You Click Run
5. If you are activating the license for the first time, the license key field will be empty. To activate the
license, connect the USB dongle to your computer, enter the license key provided in the license key
certificate, and click Activate. If the activation is successful, a sign is displayed next to the license
key field.
6. If you are reactivating the license, click Reactivate, enter the new license key and click Activate.
Before You Click Run
Do the following before you click Run:
NOTE. Ensure that the network connectivity is enabled on the instrument running the D-PHY application.
1. Map (see page 9) the shared My TekExpress folder as X: (X drive) on all the instruments used in test
setup running Microsoft Windows Operating System. This shared folder is used to save the waveform
files or
used during any other file transfer operations.
2. Right-click on the My TekExpress folder and open the Properties dialog box. Select the General tab
en Advanced.IntheAdvanced Attributes window, ensure that the option Encrypt contents to
and th
secure data is NOT selected. Click here
3. Ensu
re that all the required instruments are properly warmed up, Signal Path Compensation (SPC)
page 10) performed, followed by cable deskew.
(see page 10) to view the picture.
(see
Mapping My TekExpress Folder
To map the My TekExpress folder on the instruments, follow the steps below:
1. Open Windows Explorer.
om the Windows Explorer menu, select Tools > Map Network drive.
2. Fr
3. Select the Drive letter as X: (if there is any previous connection on X:, disconnect it first through
ools > Disconnect Network drive menu of Windows Explorer).
T
4. In the Folder field, enter the remote My TekExpress folder path (for example, \\192.158.97.65\
John’s My TekExpress)
5. To determine the IP address of the PC where “My TekExpress” folder exists, do the following:
Select Start > Run menu on the PC where the My TekExpress folder exists.
Enter cmd and press Enter.
At the command prompt, type ipconfig.
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Getting StartedBefore You Click Run
To find SPC, do the following:
1. On the
2. Click the Instr u ment Calibration option.
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oscilloscope main menu, select the Utilities menu.
Operating BasicsD-PHY Application Overview
D-PHY Application Overview
TekExpress is the Tektronix Test Automation Framework, developed to support your current and future
test automation needs. TekExpress uses a highly modular architecture that lets you deploy automated test
solutions fo
Key Features
The key features of the D-PHY application are:
r various standards in a relatively short time.
Allows con
Comprehensive test coverage performing all conformance tests to the latest CTS. (100% test coverage)
Fully-automated Multi-lane testing using an external RF switch
Automated testing:
Eliminates user intervention to conduct time-consuming testing
Reduces the time required to conduct testing
Enable
Automated temperature chamber testing p rovides automated setup to validate all High Speed tests
using
Customizing the setup:
Allows you to modify the test s etup as per the DUT configuration
Automatically calculates unit intervals based on the DUT data rates
Margin testing and characterization:
Allows custom-limits or limits-editing to perform Margin testing
Pe
formance testing to the latest Compliance Test Specification (CTS v1.0)
s you to test devices faster
XL cables, temperature tips and standard filter files
rforms characterization of your design
Flexible probing allows you to probe your Design Under Test (DUT) using either Differential or
ingle-ended probes.
S
Selective testing:
Performs fully-automated testing for transmitter measurements
Allows you to select individual tests or test groups in the tree-structure
Avoids repeated testing, through accurate and reliable results from a single run
Escape mode support allows you to perform both Escape Mode (ULPS Mode) and the Normal Mode
tests.
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Operating BasicsStarting the Application
Clock Continuous Mode support allows you to perform all tests in normal mode or selective tests
in Clock Continuous mode
Detailed test reporting:
Provides a Pass/Fail summary table
Provides margin details on each test
Provides a consolidated report for all tests
Starting t
The appli
instrument hosting the D-PHY application.
The appl
not found, instrument discovery is performed before launching D-PHY. The Resources.xml file contains
information regarding instruments available on network.
When the application starts, it checks for the appropriate license key. If the valid license key is not
present, the application switches to the “Evaluation” mode. If the application fails to detect the dongle, it
continues to run in Evaluation mode.
Start the application in one of the following ways:
If you have previously saved a session, double-click the session file stored under My
TekExpress\D-PHY.
he Application
cation uses a USB dongle that contains the license key. This dongle must be present on the
ication also checks for a fi le, called Resources.xml, located in My TekExpress folder. If this file is
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Operating BasicsResizing the Application Window
NOTE. If the application was not terminated properly during the last use, a dialog box asks to recall the
previously unsaved session.
Resizing the A pplication Window
To minimize the application, clickon the application title bar. To restore the application to its previous
size, selec
To maximize the application, click
application title bar.
t
Exiting the Application
To exit the application, do one of the following:
Click File > Exit.
Clickon the application title bar.
NOTE. Using other methods to exit the application results in abnormal termination of the application.
in the Windows task bar.
. To restore the application to its previous size, click on the
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Operating BasicsGlobal Controls
Global Controls
The menus and controls that appear outside the individual tabs are called “Global Controls”. These are
used to specify the devices to be tested.
Table 2: Global controls
Control nameFunction
DUT
The device ID is specified at the global level and the
information is stored in the default location for all data
files. This field cannot be empty and does not allow these
special characters (.,..,...,\,/:?”<>|*). The maximum length
of characters allowed is 32.
Displays the status of the disk space. When the disk space
is low, a warning dialog appears to perform the c leanup and
continue working on the application.
You will be able to run, pause, resume, and stop the tests.
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Menus
File Menu
Click File on the application menu bar.
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Operating BasicsMenus
The File menu has the following selections:
MenuFunction
New SessionStarts a default session of D-PHY.
Open SessionOpens a saved session.
Save SessionSaves the session.
Save Session AsSaves a session in a different name.
Recently Recalled Setup
Recalls the recently saved setup.
Save Report AsSaves the report in user specified location.
Print Preview Report
Print Report
Exit
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Previews the report before printing.
Opens the Windows “Print” dialog box.
Closes the application.
View Menu
Click View on the application menu bar.
The View menu has the following selections:
MenuFunction
Log
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Tools Menu
Click Tools on the application menu bar.
The Tools menu has the following selections:
MenuFunction
Instrument Bench (see page 16)Shows the list of instruments connected to the test setup.
E-mail Setting (see page 16)Allowsyoutoconfigure and set the e-mail options.
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Opens the log (log.xml) file in the default viewer.
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Operating BasicsMenus
Instrument Bench
The Instrument Bench window shows the list of VISA and Non-VISA resources found on different
interfaces/connections. It serves two purposes at the launch of TekExpress:
Discovers the connected instruments.
Confirms the instrument connection setup.
When you click Tools > Instrument Bench, the following dialog box is displayed:
E-mail Settings
-mail Settings utility allows you to configure and set the e-mail options. The following fields are
The E
mandatory for receiving e-mail notification from TekExpress:
1. Rec
2. Sender's Address
3. SMTP Server address of the Mail server configured at client location
ipient Email Addres ses. For example, User@domain.com
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Operating BasicsMenus
If any of the above mentioned fields are left blank, the settings will not get saved and e-mail notification
will not be sent.
Check the option “ E-mail Test Results When Complete or on Error” to receive the e-mail. The attachment
list depends on the choice which is made while configuring the email setup.
NOTE. The Analysis Screenshot option in the Add Email Attachments pane is not yet functional.
Help Menu
Click Help on the application menu bar.
The Help menu has the following selections:
MenuFunction
TekExpress Help
About TekExpressDisplays the TekExpress s creen with the application title.
Activate License (see page 7)Displays the details of activating the application.
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Displays TekExpress Help (F1).
Also displays the application details such as software name,
version number, and copyright.
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Operating BasicsMenus
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