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Table of Contents
General Safety Summary ..........................................................................................v
Introduction
Using Online Help....................... ................................ ................................ ...........1
Related Documentation ............... ................................ .................................. ...........1
er Combinations............................ .................................. ......................93
Index
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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any
products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need t o 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.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Connect and disconnect properly. 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 c
under test before disconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.
onnecting the probe input. Disconnect the probe input and the probe reference lead from the circuit
General Safety Summary
Observ
Consult the product manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.
Do not
Do not operate with sus p ected failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected
by qu
Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
e all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product.
operate without covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
alified service personnel.
Terms in This Manual
ese terms may appear in this manual:
Th
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product
or other
property.
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IntroductionUsing Online Help
Using Online Help
Select Help from the menu to open the help file. An electronic copy of the help file is located in the
Documents directory on the 063-4068-XX DVD.
Tables of Contents (TOC) tab: Organizes the Help into book-like sections. Select a book icon to open a
section; select any of the topics listed under the book.
Index tab: Enables you to scroll a list of alphabetical keywords. Select the topic of interest display the
appropriate help page.
Search tab: Allows a text-based search.
Follow these steps:
1. Type the word or phrase you want to find in the search box. If the word or phrase is not found, try the
Index tab.
2. Choose a topic in the lower box, and then select the Display button.
General Help Functions
Select the Print button from the Help topics menu bar to print a topic.
To return to the previous window, select the Back button.
Use hyperlinks to jump from one topic to another.
e Back button is grayed out or a jump is not available, choose the Help Topics button to return to
If th
the originating help folder.
ated Documentation
Rel
e following documentation is included with the software:
Th
DPOJET SuperSpeed (USB 3.0) Setup Library Methods of Implementation (MOI) for Verification,
ebug and Characterization, Tektronix part number 077-0266-xx.
D
TekExpress USB Online Help (PDF version), Tektronix part number 077-0350-XX.
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IntroductionConventions
Conventions
The 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.
Table 1: Ico
IconMeaning
xxx
n descriptions
This icon i
This icon identifies conditions or practices that could result in loss of data.
This icon identifies additional information that will help you use the
application more efficiently.
dentifies important information.
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IntroductionTechnical 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 applicable instruments and applications.
ssible, save the application setup files, log.xml and status messages text file.
If po
If possible, save the waveform on which you are performing the measurement as a .wfm file.
Forward the information to technical support using one of these methods:
E-mail – techsupport@tektronix.com
FAX – (503) 627-5695
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IntroductionTechnical Support
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Getting StartedWhat Is New in This Release
What Is New in This Release
This version of TekExpress® USB provides the following feature enhancements:
Flexible user interface allows selecting individual filters for de-embedding, embedding, and
equalization
SSC Measurements controlled through a single UI control
Select or deselect individual tests when using the USB-IF test method
Automatically detect TriMode™ P7500 series probes
Acces
New Configu
DUT specificAFGconfiguration for pattern toggle
Automatically save channel waveforms (see page 99).
Support common mode measurements with TriMode P7500 series probes
Automatically recover oscilloscope settings when ‘CP0-CP1 Toggle using’ is set to ‘Do not use’
Extended probing configurations (Single Ended (Ch1-Ch3), Single Ended (Ch2–Ch4))
ration panel features:
sories
About the Test Fixture
For host testing. TF-USB3-A-P (for best signal quality) or for more mechanical flexibility use
TF-USB-B-R (with included 13 cm USB 3.0 Cable - Part n umber 174-5772-00). For precision De-Embed
F-USB3-A plug fixture, order TF-USB3-AB-KIT (includes Cal Kit).
of T
For device testing. TF-USB3-A-R (includes short USB 3.0 Cable).
Supported Probes
The following probes support TekExpress USB application:
P7313 SMA differential probe
P7500 Tri-Mode probe
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Getting StartedMinimum System Requirements
Minimum System Requirements
Table 2: System requirements
Processor
Pentium 4/M or equivalent processor.
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 7 or Windows 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.
DriveDVD drive
Display
Super VGA resolution or higher video adapter (800 x 600 minimum video
resolution for small fonts or 1024 x 768 minimum video resolution for large
fonts). The application is best viewed at 9 6 dpi display settings
SoftwareTekExpress Framework (version 2.0.0.190 or later) installed.
SigTest 3.1.34 or later installed.
DPOJET Jitter and Eye Analysis Tool (version 3.5.0.17 or later) with
Advanced Jitter and Eye analysis (DJA option) installed.
(Optional- required for USB3 testing) SuperSpeed USB DPOJET Module
(DPOJET option USB3)
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 or later.
Adobe Reader 6.0 or equivalent software for viewing portable document
format (PDF) files.
(Optional) Serial Data Link Analysis (SDLA) software for Channel
De-Embed, for custom filter development.
Other DevicesMicrosoft compatible mouse or compatible pointing device.
1
.
Two USB ports (four USB ports recommended).
PCI-GPIB or equivalent interface for instrument connectivity2.
xxx
1
If TekExpress is running on an instrument that has a video resolution lower than 800x600, it is recommended to connect and enable a secondary
monitor before launching the application.
2
If TekExpress is installed on a Tektronix oscillosc ope, TekExpress cannot use the virtual GPIB port to communicate with oscilloscope applications.
sing external devices for instrument connectivity (such as USB-G PIB adapters or equivalent), enable the Talker Listener utility in the GPIB
If u
menu of the Tektronix MSO/DPO/DSA oscilloscope.
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Getting StartedApplication Directories and Usage
Application Directories and Usage
TekExpress USB is installed the following directory path, depending on the Windows operating system.
For Windows 7:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Tektronix\TekExpress\TekExpress USB
For Windows XP and Windows XP-Embedded:
C:\Program
The application directory and associated files are organized as follows:
Files\Tektronix\TekExpress\TekExpress USB
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Getting StartedApplication Directories and Usage
The following table lists the default directory names and their usage:
Table 3: Default directory names and their usage
Directory namesUsage
InstallDir\TekExpressContains the TekExpress application and associated
files.
\TekExpress\TekExpress USBContains files specific to TekExpress USB.
\TekExpress USB\Compliance SuitesContains compliance specific sequence files. The
folders under this directory represent the devices
to be tested.
\TekExpress USB\Compliance Suites\USBIncludes the Device and Host Transmitter folders.
\TekExpress USB\Compliance Suites\USB\DeviceIncludes the “Device Connector” folder.
\TekExpress USB\Compliance Suites\USB\Device\Device
Connector
\TekExpress USB\Compliance Suites\USB\HostIncludes the “Host Connector” folder.
\TekExpress USB\Compliance Suites\USB\Host\Host ConnectorContains application specific files for Host.
\TekExpress US B\ACP
\TekExpress US B\SCP
\TekExpress USB\ICP
\TekExpress USB \Data Manager
\TekExpress USB \Data Storage
\TekExpress USB\Report Generator
\TekExpress USB\DocumentsIncludes the Method of Implementation documents
Includes the result management specific libraries of
TekExpress are present in these folders.
and technical documentation for the application.
Includes the miscellaneous libraries of TekExpress.
File Name Extensions (see page 9)
ow To Activate the License
H
(see page 9)
View Test Related Files (see page 37)
Saved Channel Waveform File Names (see page 99)
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Getting StartedFile Name Extensions
File Name Extensions
Thesoftwareusesthefollowingfile name extensions:
File name extensionDescription
.TekX
.seq
.xml
.mhtThe test report.
.PDF
.msk
.fltThefilter file.
.html
xxx
See Also:
The saved session information file.
The test sequence file.
The encrypted XML file that contains the test specificconfiguration information. The
log file extension i s also xml.
The PDF file that details the method of implementation for the test.
The mask file.
The htm l file.
Application Directories and Usage (see page 7)
Saved Channel Waveform File Names (see page 99)
How to Activate the License
Follow the steps below to activate the license:
NOTE. Check that your TekExpress USB dongle is installed on your host system before activating the
license.
1. Click Help > About to view the license information.
2. Click the View Version Details link to check the version numbers of the installed test suites.
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Getting StartedHow to Activate the License
3. Click the V
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 the
ous options with their status (active or inactive) with the current license key.
vari
5. If you are activating the license for the first time, the license key field is empty. To activate the license,
nect the USB dongle to your computer, enter the license key provided in the license key certificate,
con
iew End-User License Agreement link to open t he following Tektronix Software License
and click Activate. If the activation is successful, a
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sign is displayed next to the license key field.
Getting StartedBefore You Click Run
6. If you are reactivating the license, click Reactivate, enter the new license key and click Activate.
See Also:
Application Directories and Usage (see page 7)
File Name Extensions (see page 9)
Before You Click Run
After you first launch TekExpress, it creates the following folders on your computer:
\My Documents\My TekExpress
NOTE. Verify that the “My TekExpress” folder has read and write access permission.
NOTE. If a user with a different Windows login ID launches TekExpress, a new
created for that user in the
\My Documents\My TekExpress\USB.
\My Documents\My TekExpress\USB\Untitled Session. Every time the USB.exe is
launched an
is deleted when you exit TekExpress.
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.
Untitled Session folder is created under USB folder. The Untitled Session folder
My Documents
folder.
My TekExpress
folder is
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Getting StartedBefore You Click Run
The My TekExpress folder is created as a shared folder with share name as <domain><user
ID> My TekExpress
name><user ID
(or if the PC is not connected to domain then share name is <Computer
> My TekExpress
).
NOTE. If the X: drive is mapped as a Local Disk and you want to map X: to a shared network location
on a PC on which TekExpress is running, you need to manually unmap the Local Disk X: using the
command (subst x: /d) from the command prompt and then manually map X: on the oscilloscope to
desired network location.
The above s
hared folder is mapped as X: (X drive) on the PC where TekExpress is running.
NOTE. If X drive is mapped to any other shared folder, TekExpress will display a warning message window
asking you to disconnect the X: drive manually.
Do the following before you click Run:
NOTE. Check that the network connectivity is enabled on the PC running TekExpress.
1. Map the shared My TekExpress folder as X: (X drive) on all test setup instruments that are running
the Microsoft Windows operating system. The instruments save the waveform files or any other file
transfer operations to the share folder.
2. Right click the
My TekExpress folder and open the Properties dialog box.
3. Select the General tab and then Advanced.
4.In t
5. Ma
he Advanced Attributes window, ensure that the option Encrypt contents to secure d ata is
NOT selected. Click here
to view the picture.
ke sure that all the required instruments are properly warmed up, and that Signal Path Compensation
(SPC) is performed.
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Getting StartedBefore You Click Run
Mapping My TekExpress Folder
To map the My TekExpress folder on the instruments, follow the steps below:
1. Open Windows Explorer.
2. From the Windows Explorer menu, select To o ls > M ap N e tw o rk d ri v e.
3. Select the Drive letter as X: (if there is any previous connection on X:, disconnect it first t
hrough
Tools > Disconnect Network drive menu of Windows Explorer).
4. In the Folder field, enter remote
My TekExpress folder path (for example, \\192.158.97.65\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 My TekExpress folder exists.
Enter cmd and press Enter.
Enter ipconfig in the command prompt field and press Enter.
To find SPC, do the following:
1. On the oscilloscope main menu, click Utilities menu.
2. Click Instrument Calibration option.
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Getting StartedBefore You Click Run
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Operating BasicsTekExpress Application Overview
TekExpress Application Overview
TekExpress is the Tektronix Compliance Test Automation Framework, developed to support current and
future test automation needs of customers. It is a highly modular architecture that enables deploying
automated te
The TekExpress U SB application (Opt. USB-TX) is the automated version of USB3.0 measure ments from
DPOJET Timi
solution for verification, characterization, and debug.
Key Features
The following are the key features of TekExpress USB application:
Comprehensive test coverage
st solutions for various serial standards in a relatively short time.
ng and Analysis tool. With TekExpress USB, Tektronix provides Fully-Automated Tx
Precise
Accurate and reliable results
Integrated Signal Test Tool (Sigtest Tool software installation is required; available from the USB-IF.)
debugging and troubleshooting
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Operating BasicsStarting the Application
Starting the Application
To start the application, do one of the following:
Click Start > Programs > Tektronix > TekExpress > TekExpress USB. Other applications follow
similar pattern.
Double click the iconon the desktop.
If you want to restore a previously saved session, double-click the session file stored under My
TekExpress\USB
When the application is launched it displays the splash screen providing launch information. The
application also checks for the presence and validity of the USB dongle.
.
NOTE. If the application was not terminated properly during the last use, a dialog box prompts to recall
the previously unsaved session.
lso:
See A
Resizing the Application Window (see page 17)
ting the Application
Exi
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(see page 17)
Operating BasicsResizing the Application Window
Resizing the A pplication Window
To minimize the application, clickon the a pplication title bar. To restore the application to its
previous siz
To maximize the application, click. To restore it to previous size, clickon the application
title bar.
e, select
See Also:
Starting the Application (see page 16)
Exiting t
he Application
(see page 17)
Exiting the Application
To exit the application, do one of the following:
Click File > Exit.
Clickon the application title bar.
See Also:
in the Windows task bar.
Starting the Application (see page 16)
Resizing the Application Window (see page 17)
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Operating BasicsGlobal Controls
Global Controls
The menus and controls that appear outside the individual tabs are called “Global Controls”. These
controls specify the devices to be tested.
Table 4: Con
Control nameFunction
DUT ID
xxx
trols and functions
The device ID is specified at the global level and the
information is stored in the default location for all data
files. Thi
special characters (.,..,...,\,/:?”<>|*). The maximum number
of characters is 32.
Run, pause, resume and stop the tests.
s field cannot be empty and does not allow these
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Operating BasicsFile Menu
File Menu
See Also:
View Menu (see page 20)
Tool s Menu (s
ee page
Help Menu (see page 23)
Click File on the application menu bar.
20)
The File menu has the following selections:
MenuFunction
New SessionStarts a default session of TekExpress.
Open SessionOpens a saved session.
Save SessionSaves the session.
Save Session AsSaves a session in a different name.
Recently Recalled SetupLists all the recent and previously recalled setup files.
Save Report AsSaves the report in user specified location.
Print Preview Report
Print R eport
Exit
xxx
Previews the report before printing.
Opens the Windows “Print” dialog box.
Closes the application.
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Operating BasicsView Menu
See Also:
View Menu (see page 20)
Tools Menu (see page 20)
Help Menu (see page 23)
View Menu
Click View on the application menu bar.
The View menu has the following selections:
MenuFunction
Log
xxx
See Also:
Opens the log (log.xml) file in the default viewer.
File Menu (see page 19)
Tools Menu (see page 20)
Help Menu (see page 23)
Tools Menu
Click Too l s on the application menu bar.
The Tools menu has the following selections:
MenuFunction
Instrument Bench
Email Settings (see page 22)Opens a dialog box showing e-mail setting details.
xxx
Opens a dialog box showing the list of instruments attached to the test setup.
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