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Tektronix TSO820, TSO8C17, TSO8C18 Performance Verification

TSO820 Sampling Oscilloscope, TSO8C17 and TSO8C18 modules Specification and Performance Verification
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Important safety information..........................................................................................................................................................4
To avoid fire or personal injury........................................................................................................................................4
Preface .........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Specifications................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Vertical system................................................................................................................................................................8
Signal acquisition system................................................................................................................................................8
Timebase system............................................................................................................................................................8
Trigger system................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Clock prescale input trigger operation............................................................................................................................ 8
Controls and indicators................................................................................................................................................... 9
Input and Output communication ports...........................................................................................................................9
Physical characteristics.................................................................................................................................................10
Environmental performance..........................................................................................................................................10
Waveform measurement...............................................................................................................................................10
Optical inputs................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Optical channel inputs...................................................................................................................................................11
Physical characteristics ................................................................................................................................................12
Environmental performance..........................................................................................................................................12
Performance Verification.............................................................................................................................................................13
Clock prescale input trigger sensitivity test record........................................................................................................21
Frequency Response Test Record 12.6 GHz............................................................................................................... 23
Frequency Response Test Record 13.28125 GHz....................................................................................................... 24
Frequency Response Test Record 19.335 GHz........................................................................................................... 25
Frequency Response Test Record 21 GHz.................................................................................................................. 26
Frequency Response Test Record 22.5 GHz............................................................................................................... 27
Power monitor accuracy AOP Error test record............................................................................................................28
Power monitor accuracy AOP mean test record...........................................................................................................29
Vertical equivalent optical noise test record..................................................................................................................30
Output zero (dark level) test record.............................................................................................................................. 31
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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.
Important safety information
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.
Ground the product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To
Power disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. See instructions for
Observe all terminal ratings To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all rating and markings on the product.
Do not use the provided power cord for other products.
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.
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.
Consult the product manual for further ratings information before making connections 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 measuring terminals on this product are not rated for connection to mains or
Category II, III, or IV circuits.
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Important safety information
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.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the installation instructions in the manual for details on installing the product
Provide a safe working environment.
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.
Be aware that condensation may occur if a unit is moved from a cold to a warm environment.
Remove the input signals before you clean the product.
so it has proper ventilation. Slots and openings are provided for ventilation and should never be covered or
otherwise obstructed. Do not push objects into any of the openings.
Always place the product in a location convenient for viewing the display and indicators.
Avoid improper or prolonged use of keyboards, pointers, and button pads. Improper or prolonged keyboard or pointer use may result in serious injury.
Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult with an ergonomics professional to avoid stress injuries.
Use care when lifting and carrying the product. This product is provided with a handle or handles for lifting and carrying.
Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product. Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product.

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 and the General safety summary before performing any 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.
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Important safety information
Use care when servicing with power on
Verify safety after repair Always recheck ground continuity and mains dielectric strength after performing a

Terms in the manual

These terms may appear in this manual:
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.
repair.
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.

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

The following symbols(s) may appear 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.)
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Preface

This manual contains specifications, test record, and performance verification procedures for the following instruments:
• TSO820 sampling oscilloscope (mainframe)
• TSO8C17 one channel optical module
• TSO8C18 two channel optical module

Related documents

In addition to this Specifications and Performance Verification Technical Reference, the following documents are available for download. For the most recent versions these documents, visit the Tektronix Web site at www.tek.com/manuals. You can find manuals by searching on the product name and selecting the Manuals filter.
To learn about Use this document
How to install and turn on the instrument software and hardware; read safety and compliance information.
How to operate the instrument, take measurements, navigate the UI.
How to remotely control the instrument using programmatic commands. Syntax provided.
Mainframe and module specifications. Includes procedures to verify that the mainframe and modules meet warranted specifications.
Installing up to two mainframes, or a mainframe and a TCR801 clock recovery unit into a standard instrument rack using the rackmount kit.
How to declassify, sanitize, and clear memory devices in the instrument.
Preface
TSO8 Series Installation and Safety Instructions. Printed and shipped with the instrument. Also available online as a downloadable PDF. This document contains content in English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese.
TSO8 Series Help (a PDF of this Help is available as a downloadable PDF)
TSO8 Series Programming Manual
TSO8 Series Specifications and Performance Verification Technical Reference (this document)
TSO8 Series Rackmount Instructions
TSO8 Series Declassification and Security Instructions
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Specifications

TSO820 mainframe

Vertical system

Rise time / bandwidth Determined by the sampling modules used
Vertical resolution (nominal) 15.6 bits over the sampling modules’ dynamic range

Signal acquisition system

Number of input channels 4 user channels acquisition maximum
Number of slots 2 slots, 2 channels per slot, for 4 channels total
Vertical resolution 15.6 bits at Tek Probe-Sampling interface

Timebase system

Main time base / horizontal scale 1 ps / div to 1 ms / div in 1-2-5 sequence or 1 ps increments
Horizontal modes Supports Free Run Trigger and Clock Trigger mode
Clock trigger mode sampling rate 200 kHz – 300 kHz, dictated by sample resolution of Time Base setup
Horizontal position range
Specifications
• 19 ns minimum to 50 ms maximum; depends upon the reference clock frequency (refClkFreq) per the formula:
Horizontal position setting resolution
Record length
Horizontal sample resolution 10 fs minimum to 10 μs maximum
Time interval accuracy, Clock triggered mode (typical)

Trigger system

Trigger sources Supports the following for trigger source:

Clock prescale input trigger operation

Clock prescale input characteristics
Clock prescale input pattern lengths supported
• Horizontal position reference can change within the record, so the maximum horizontal position value depends upon the horizontal scale as well.
10 fs minimum
• Pattern Sync is Off: 1000 to 838,860,700
• Pattern Sync is On: 762 to 838,860,700
± (1 ps + 1.5 % of trigger clock period)
• Clock Prescale Input
• Free Run Trigger
50 Ω, AC coupled
127 to 223 -1 (8,388,607) inclusive
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Specifications
Clock prescale input absolute maximum input
Clock prescale input usable frequency range
Clock prescale input range 200 mVp-p to 1000 mVp-p over the range 500 MHz - 32 GHz
Clock prescale input jitter 500 MHz to 2 GHz: < 1530 fs RMS (sinusoidal trigger waveform; typical square-wave

Controls and indicators

Display type 61 mm (W) x 12 mm (H), 2 x 20 liquid crystal display (LCD)
Display resolution 5 (W) x 8 (H) pixels per alphanumeric character
Background color White
Move display curser Left, Right, Up, Down, Select
Power button Powers unit on/off. Blue LED indicates power is On. Amber LED indicates power is
Control interface IEEE 100BASE-T, 1000BASE-T; RJ45 connector
Device information Instrument serial number, software version, other available using TSOVu
2.0 Vp-p
500 MHz - 32 GHz
performance similar to below values) 2 to 3 GHz: < 600 fsRMS 3 to 9 GHz: < 580 fsRMS 9 to 32 GHz: < 500 fsRMS
Keypad buttons to move display cursor and select selections. Blue backlit keys.
Off (in standby mode). To completely power off, unplug unit from power source.

Input and Output communication ports

Gigabit ethernet IEEE 802.3™ 100BASE-T/1000BASE-T
USB 3.0 USB port used for software updates via USB Flash drives only.
Front panel
Anti-static protection connector Banana-jack connector, 1 MΩ to chassis ground
Rear panel
Ethernet port RJ45 connector; supports IEEE 802.3™ Ethernet 100/1000BASE-T
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Physical characteristics

Weight (with blank module)
Clearance requirements The clearance requirement for adequate cooling is 2.0 in (50.8 mm) on both sides
Overall dimensions TSO820 (with filler module, no functional modules) requirements that follow are

Environmental performance

Temperature
Specifications
• 12.0 lbs (5.4 kg) Stand-alone instrument, without front cover.
• 19.5 lbs (8.8 kg) Instrument with rackmount, without front cover.
and at the rear of the instrument. Cooling inlets on the bottom require that the instrument rests on a flat surface with feet providing sufficient clearance.
nominal and unboxed:
Height 132 mm (5.18 in.)
Width 217 mm (8.56 in.)
Depth 590 mm (23.22 in.)
• Operating: 5 °C to +45 °C, with 15 °C/hour maximum gradient, non-condensing, derated 1.0 °C per 300 meters above 1,500 meters altitude.
• Non-operating: -20 °C to +60 °C, with 30 °C/hour maximum gradient
Altitude
Humidity

Waveform measurement

System measurement rate Supports up to 32 simultaneous measurement with optional display of per-
Cursors Vertical bar, horizontal bar, vertical and horizontal bar, and waveform cursors
Waveform processing Bandwidth Enhancement/Impulse Response Correction (BWE)
Histograms Supports up to 30 histograms on multiple windows
Pulse measurements (built-in) High, Low, Amplitude, Max, Min, Mid, Mean, Peak-Peak, Period, Frequency, Rise,
PAM4 measurements (optional) RLM, Level, Level Deviation, Level Thickness, OMAouter, Extinction Ratio, ES
• Operating: Up to 3,000 meters, derate maximum operating temperature by 1 °C per 300 meters above 1,500 meters altitude.
• Non-operating: Up to 12,000 meters
• Operating: 5% to 95% RH (relative humidity) at up to +30 °C, 5% to 45% RH above +30 °C up to +45 °C, non-condensing
• Non-operating: 5% to 95% RH (relative humidity) at up to +30 °C, 5% to 45% RH above +30 °C up to +60 °C, non-condensing
measurement statistics (min, max, mean and standard deviation)
TDECQ equalized waveform
Fall, Positive Cross, Negative Cross, Positive Width, Negative Width, RMS Jitter, Pk­Pk Jitter, Delay
Levels, Eye Width, Eye Height, Transition Time, Overshoot, Undershoot, TDECQ
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