Teledyne 9Zi-A User Manual

Getting Started Manual

LabMaster 9 Zi-A Oscilloscopes

Getting Started Manual

May, 2013

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Warranty

NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW REPLACES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS, OR ADEQUACY FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE. TELEDYNE LECROY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE. THE CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TRANSPORTATION AND INSURANCE CHARGES FOR THE RETURN OF PRODUCTS TO THE SERVICE FACILITY. TELEDYNE LECROY WILL RETURN ALL PRODUCTS UNDER WARRANTY WITH TRANSPORT PREPAID.

The oscilloscope is warranted for normal use and operation, within specifications, for a period of three years from shipment. Teledyne LeCroy will either repair or, at our option, replace any product returned to one of our authorized service centers within this period. However, in order to do this we must first examine the product and find that it is defective due to workmanship or materials and not due to misuse, neglect, accident, or abnormal conditions or operation.

Teledyne LeCroy shall not be responsible for any defect, damage, or failure caused by any of the following: a) attempted repairs or installations by personnel other than Teledyne LeCroy representatives or b) improper connection to incompatible equipment, or c) for any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Teledyne LeCroy supplies. Furthermore, Teledyne LeCroy shall not be obligated to service a product that has been modified or integrated where the modification or integration increases the task duration or difficulty of servicing the oscilloscope. Spare and replacement parts, and repairs, all have a 90-day warranty.

The oscilloscope's firmware has been thoroughly tested and is presumed to be functional. Nevertheless, it is supplied without warranty of any kind covering detailed performance. Products not made by Teledyne LeCroy are covered solely by the warranty of the original equipment manufacturer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome .............................................................................................................. 1

Safety Instructions................................................................................................ 2

LabMaster Overview ............................................................................................ 8

Master Control Module Configuration .............................................................. 9

Master Acquisition Module Configuration ...................................................... 10

Front of MCM-Zi Master Control Module ........................................................ 11

Back of MCM-Zi Master Control Module ......................................................... 12

Front of 9CZi-A Master Control Module .......................................................... 13

Back of 9CZi-A Master Control Module ........................................................... 14

Front of 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module ................................................ 16

Back of 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module ................................................. 17

Front of CPU Module ....................................................................................... 18

Back of CPU Module ........................................................................................ 19

Input/Output Panel .......................................................................................... 20

Front of 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Module .................................................... 22

Back of 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Module ..................................................... 23

ChannelSync Mainframe Hub .......................................................................... 24

LabMaster Hardware Set Up .............................................................................. 25

Overview .......................................................................................................... 25

LabMaster Setup Styles .................................................................................... 25

9CZi-A Master Control Module Configuration ................................................. 27

MCM-Zi Master Control Module Configuration ............................................... 38

9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module Configuration ...................................... 46

Removing and Attaching the Front Panel Control ........................................... 59

Touch Screen and External Displays ................................................................ 61

Signal Inputs ....................................................................................................... 64

Interfaces ......................................................................................................... 64

ProLink Interface Adapters .............................................................................. 67

ProLink Probe Adapters ................................................................................... 68

Probe Dialog ..................................................................................................... 69

Passive Probe Compensation ........................................................................... 71

Front Panel ......................................................................................................... 72

Miscellaneous Controls and WaveStream Indicator ........................................ 73

Trigger Controls ............................................................................................... 74

Horizontal Controls .......................................................................................... 75

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Vertical Controls .............................................................................................. 76

Zoom and Math Controls ................................................................................. 77

Display Dashboard .............................................................................................. 78

Screen Layout, Groupings, and Controls ......................................................... 78

Menu Bar ......................................................................................................... 79

Quick Access Toolbar ....................................................................................... 79

Signal Display Grid ........................................................................................... 81

Trace Descriptor Labels ................................................................................... 83

Shortcut Buttons .............................................................................................. 85

Annotating Traces ............................................................................................ 85

Dialog Area ...................................................................................................... 87

Shortcut Buttons .............................................................................................. 92

Message Bar .................................................................................................... 93

Turning on Channels and Traces ......................................................................... 94

Timebase ............................................................................................................ 95

Timebase Overview ......................................................................................... 95

Combining Channels ........................................................................................ 95

Timebase Setup and Control ........................................................................... 99

Sampling Modes ............................................................................................... 100

Sampling Modes Overview ............................................................................ 100

Selecting a Sampling Mode............................................................................ 100

Single-shot Sampling Mode ........................................................................... 100

Sequence Sampling Mode – Working with Segments ................................... 101

RIS Sampling Mode - For Higher Sampling Rates........................................... 108

Roll Mode ...................................................................................................... 110

Vertical ............................................................................................................. 111

Channel Controls ........................................................................................... 111

Shortcut Buttons ............................................................................................ 114

Pre-Processing Controls ................................................................................. 115

LabMaster 9 Zi-A Channel Setup ................................................................... 119

LabMaster De-Skew Calibration .................................................................... 120

Trigger .............................................................................................................. 127

Trigger Types ................................................................................................. 128

Trigger Settings .............................................................................................. 133

Trigger Setup ................................................................................................. 134

TriggerScan .................................................................................................... 141

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Viewing Waveforms ......................................................................................... 145

Display ............................................................................................................ 145

Persistence ..................................................................................................... 148

WaveStream Display Mode............................................................................ 150

Adjusting Trace Intensity ............................................................................... 151

Zooming Waveforms ........................................................................................ 153

Zooming Waveforms Overview ..................................................................... 153

Zooming a Single Channel .............................................................................. 154

Touch-and-Drag Zooming .............................................................................. 156

Quickly Zooming Waveforms ......................................................................... 156

Turning Off Zoom ........................................................................................... 156

Measuring with Cursors .................................................................................... 157

Quickly Displaying Cursors ............................................................................. 157

Cursor Setup .................................................................................................. 158

Cursors on Math Functions ............................................................................ 159

Measurement Parameters ................................................................................ 160

Turning On Parameters .................................................................................. 160

Quick Access to Parameter Setup Dialogs ..................................................... 160

Parameter Setup ............................................................................................ 161

Measure Modes ............................................................................................. 162

Help Markers.................................................................................................. 163

Analysis ............................................................................................................ 166

Histogram ....................................................................................................... 168

Creating and Viewing a Trend ........................................................................ 174

Creating a Track View .................................................................................... 175

Pass-Fail Parameter Testing ........................................................................... 176

Math ................................................................................................................ 185

Math Traces and Functions Overview............................................................ 185

Math Setup .................................................................................................... 186

Mask Testing .................................................................................................... 188

Creating a Mask ............................................................................................. 188

Quick Access to Pass/Fail Setup Dialogs ........................................................ 189

Removing a Mask from the Display ............................................................... 190

Right-Hand Dialogs ......................................................................................... 191

WaveScan Overview ......................................................................................... 192

Signal Views ................................................................................................... 193

Search Modes ................................................................................................ 193

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Parameter Measurements ............................................................................. 194

Sampling Mode .............................................................................................. 194

Customization Overview ................................................................................... 195

Documenting Your Work Using LabNotebook ................................................... 196

LabNotebook ................................................................................................. 197

Save/Recall ....................................................................................................... 201

Saving and Recalling Setups ........................................................................... 202

Saving and Recalling Waveforms ................................................................... 203

Utilities ............................................................................................................. 207

Utilities ........................................................................................................... 207

Status ............................................................................................................. 209

Remote Communication ................................................................................ 209

Printing and Hardcopy Functions .................................................................. 211

Aux Output .................................................................................................... 217

Date/Time ...................................................................................................... 219

Options .......................................................................................................... 220

Disk Utilities ................................................................................................... 220

Preferences .................................................................................................... 222

Acquisition ..................................................................................................... 223

Acquisition Status .......................................................................................... 224

E-Mail ............................................................................................................. 225

Color .............................................................................................................. 226

Miscellaneous ................................................................................................ 227

System Recovery Tool ....................................................................................... 228

Running the Acronis True Image Echo Workstation Recovery Application ... 229

Restarting the Application ............................................................................. 232

Restarting the Operating System ................................................................... 232

Reference ......................................................................................................... 233

Specifications ................................................................................................. 233

Certifications .................................................................................................. 233

Contact Teledyne LeCroy ............................................................................... 237

X-Stream® Software End-User License Agreement ........................................ 238

Windows® License Agreement ....................................................................... 248

Index ................................................................................................................. 249

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing a Teledyne LeCroy product. We're certain you'll be pleased with the detailed features so unique to our instruments.

This LabMaster 9 Zi-A Getting Started Manual is designed to cover important safety and installation information for your oscilloscope, along with standard procedures so you're quickly working on waveforms. The Teledyne LeCroy website at teledynelecroy.com maintains the most current specification information and the online help file on your instrument may be accessed for more comprehensive documentation. Sections of the online help residing on your oscilloscope may be printed and transferring the help file itself to a USB memory device is a fairly common procedure. Details on how to access your online help file can be found in a .pdf file on the desktop of your oscilloscope.

This manual is arranged in the following manner:

 Physical features such as hardware, basic controls, display  Core oscilloscope functions such as timebase and vertical setup  Special features such as customization, LabNotebook, Save/Recall

(File) functions, and Utilities

 Reference, including certifications and contact information

When your product is delivered, verify that you’ve received all items on the

packing list or invoice copy. Contact your nearest Teledyne LeCroy customer service center or national distributor if anything is missing or damaged. We can only be responsible for replacement if you contact us immediately.

We truly hope you enjoy using Teledyne LeCroy's fine products.

Sincerely,

David C. Graef

Teledyne LeCroy Corporation

Vice President and Chief Technology Officer

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CAUTION of damage to instrument, or WARNING of hazard to health. Attend to the accompanying information to protect against personal injury or damage. Do not proceed until conditions are fully understood and met.

WARNING. High Voltage. Risk of electric shock.

Measurement ground connection. Safety (protective) ground connection.

Alternating Current.

Standby Power (front of 9CZi-A, MCM-Zi, and 9xxMZi-A). Power On (back of 9xxMZi-A); connected to AC mains.

Power Off (back of 9xxMZi-A); disconnected from AC mains.

Safety Instructions

This section contains instructions that must be observed to keep the instrument operating in a correct and safe condition. You are required to follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions specified in this section. The overall safety of any system incorporating this instrument is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.

Symbols

These symbols appear on the instrument's front or rear panels and in documentation to alert you to important safety considerations.

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Precautions

Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord shipped with this instrument and certified for the country of use.

Maintain ground. This product is grounded through the power cord grounding conductor. To avoid electric shock, connect only to a grounded mating outlet.

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

Observe all terminal ratings. Do not apply a voltage to any input (C1, C2, C3, C4 or EXT) that exceeds the maximum rating of that input. Refer to the front of the oscilloscope for maximum input ratings.

Use only within operational environment listed. Do not use in wet or explosive atmospheres.

Use indoors only.

Keep product surfaces clean and dry.

Do not block the cooling vents. Leave a minimum six-inch (15 cm) gap

between the instrument and the nearest object. Keep the underside clear of papers and other objects.

Do not remove the covers or inside parts. Refer all maintenance to qualified service personnel.

Do not operate with suspected failures. Do not use the product if any part is damaged. Obviously incorrect measurement behaviors (such as failure to calibrate) might indicate impairment due to hazardous live electrical quantities. Cease operation immediately and sequester the instrument from inadvertent use.

Operating Environment

Temperature: 5 to 40 °C.

Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 80 % for temperatures up to 31 °C

decreasing linearly to 50 % relative humidity at 40 °C (or at the upper operational temperature limit).

Altitude: Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) at or below 25 °C.

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Cooling

The instrument relies on forced air cooling with internal fans and vents. Take care to avoid restricting the airflow to any part of the oscilloscope. Around the sides and rear, leave a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between the instrument and the nearest object. At the bottom, the oscilloscope feet (up or down) provide adequate clearance.

CAUTION. Do not block oscilloscope vents. Always keep the area beneath the oscilloscope clear of paper and other items.

The instrument also has internal fan control circuitry that regulates the fan speed based on the ambient temperature. This is performed automatically after start-up.

Cleaning

Clean only the exterior of the oscilloscope using a damp, soft cloth. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive elements. Under no circumstances submerge the instrument or allow moisture to penetrate it. Avoid electric shock by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning.

CAUTION. Do not attempt to clean internal parts. Refer to qualified service personnel.

Calibration

The oscilloscope is calibrated at the factory prior to being shipped. The recommended calibration interval is one year. Calibration should be performed by qualified personnel only.

The oscilloscope software includes automatic and user-initiated deskew calibration functions.

Schedule an annual factory calibration as part of your regular maintenance. Extended warranty, calibration, and upgrade plans are available for purchase. Contact your Teledyne LeCroy sales representative or customersupport@teledynelecroy.com to purchase a service plan.

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Power

AC Power Source

100 to 240 VAC (+/-10%) at 50/60 Hz (+/-10%)

Manual voltage selection is not required because the instrument automatically adapts to line voltage.

Power Consumption

9XXMZI-A MASTER ACQUISITION MODULE

13-20 GHz Models

Max Power Consumption (all accessories installed): ≤ 850 watts (850 VA) Power consumption in Standby Mode: 10 Watts.

30-45 GHz DBI Models

Max Power Consumption (all accessories installed): ≤ 900 watts (900 VA) Power consumption in Standby Mode: 10 Watts.

CPU MODULE - INCLUDED WITH LABMASTER 9XXMZI-A

Max Power Consumption (all accessories installed): ≤ 400 watts (400 VA) Power consumption in Standby Mode: 5 Watts.

9CZI-A MASTER CONTROL MODULE

Max Power Consumption (all accessories installed): ≤ 450 watts (450 VA) Power consumption in Standby Mode: 5 Watts.

MCM-ZI MASTER CONTROL MODULE

Max Power Consumption (all accessories installed): ≤ 450 watts (450 VA) Power consumption in Standby Mode: 5 Watts.

9XXSZI-A SLAVE ACQUISITION MODULE

13-20 GHz Models

Max Power Consumption (all accessories installed): ≤ 700 watts (700 VA) Power consumption in Standby Mode: 12 Watts.

30-45 GHz Models

Max Power Consumption (all accessories installed): ≤ 750 watts (750 VA) Power consumption in Standby Mode: 12 Watts.

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Power and Ground Connections

The 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module is provided with a 15A/250V 14AWG rated grounded cord set containing a molded three-terminal polarized plug and a specific IEC-60320 (Type C15) connector for making line voltage and safety ground connections.

The 9CZi-A and MCM-Zi Master Control Modules , 9xxSZi-A Acquisition Module, and the CPU Module are provided with standard 10A/250V 18AWG rated grounded cord sets with IEC320 right-angle Type C13 connectors.

The AC inlet ground is connected directly to the frame of the instrument. For adequate protection again electric shock, connect to a mating outlet with a safety ground contact.

WARNING. Interrupting the protective conductor inside or outside the

oscilloscope, or disconnecting the safety ground terminal, creates a hazardous situation. Intentional interruption is prohibited.

Standby Power

The Standby (Power) button controls the operational state of the Master Control Module (LabMaster 9CZi-A or MCM-Zi), the Master Acquisition Module (LabMaster 9xx-MZi-A), and the CPU Module.

 Press the button to switch the instrument into Standby mode

(reduced power); press it again to return to full operation.

 Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to power off the

instrument.

On the 9CZi-A Master Control Module, the color of the LED below the Standby button indicates the operational state of the oscilloscope:

 Steady green – fully powered and operational  Blinking green – computer subsystems on Standby (reduced

power); all other subsystems fully powered.

 Off – powered off except for some housekeeping circuits.

On the MCM-Zi Master Control Module, LED indicator will be either:

 Blue– fully powered and operational.  Off– powered off except for some housekeeping circuits.

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Always use the Standby button or the File > Shutdown menu option to execute a proper shut down process and preserve settings before powering down. Do not shut down by pulling the power cord from the socket or shutting off a connected power strip.

The Standby button does not disconnect the oscilloscope from the AC power supply. The only way to fully power down the instrument is to use the rear Power switch (if available), or unplug the AC power cord from the outlet.

We recommend unplugging the instrument if it will be unused for a long period of time.

CAUTION. Do not change the instrument’s Windows Power Options setting from the default Never to System Standby or System Hibernate. Doing so

can cause the system to fail.

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LabMaster Overview

LabMaster is a unique modular oscilloscope solution that allows a configuration of more channels at higher bandwidths than traditional four channel oscilloscopes. It is ideally suited for test situations where there are many lanes of serial data to be captured and analyzed simultaneously, where crosstalk analysis is performed, or for capturing four channels at the highest-possible bandwidths for optical coherent modulation applications. Each LabMaster consists of a single Master Acquisition Module or Master Control Module, and optional additional Slave Acquisition Modules. Slaves can be added at any time for easy channel upgrades. Bandwidth upgrades are available for both Master Acquisition Modules and Slave Acquisition Modules for future scalability.

Unique ChannelSync™ architecture ensures precise synchronization between all oscilloscope channels located in different acquisition modules. A single 10 GHz distributed clock signal is generated in the Master Acquisition Module or Master Control Module, and then used in or distributed to as many as five Master Acquisition Modules or Slave Acquisition Modules. The 10 GHz clock frequency - 1000 times faster than the 10 MHz reference clocks commonly used to synchronize lab equipment

- ensures precise synchronization and high-timebase accuracy between all acquisition modules. Additionally, a single trigger signal is used for all acquisition modules to completely eliminate trigger jitter between modules, such as would be found when two conventional oscilloscopes are synchronized with 10 MHz clocks and a common trigger signal. The system also ensures Acquisition Modules are automatically identified to the Master, and software de-skew calibration routines allow for fast calibration and correction for any static acquisition skew between all acquisition modules.

NOTE: Detailed steps explaining how to set up either configuration are covered in

Configuration Setups Overview (on page 25).

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Master Control Module Configuration

This configuration includes either a 9CZi-A Master Control Module or MCM-Zi Master Control Module with up to five Slave Acquisition Modules.

NOTE: If your LabMaster system runs multiple Slave Acquisition Modules, for

optimal channel access and convenience, we recommend stacking the modules on top of each other on your bench, inside Teledyne LeCroy's OC910 Oscilloscope Cart, or inside of your own rack (modules must be specifically ordered for rack mounting from the Teledyne LeCroy factory).

9CZi-A Master Control Module with up to five 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Modules

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Master Acquisition Module Configuration

This configuration includes a 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module with corresponding CPU Module, and up-to-four 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Modules.

9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module with CPU Module and

four 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Modules

NOTE: The 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Modules are available in a variety of

bandwidths and channel density configurations. Each example shown previously

contains a mix of 20 GHz and >20 GHz Slave Acquisition Modules. Each Slave Acquisition Module is compatible with either Master Module (Control or Acquisition). Refer to specifications on the datasheet maintained at teledynelecroy.com, or contact your Teledyne LeCroy representative for details.

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Number and Description

1. Power Button

2. Fast Edge Output

3. Host USB Ports

4. Detachable Front

Panel Control

5. Front Panel Control

Release Switch

Front of MCM-Zi Master Control Module

The MCM-Zi Master Control Module includes Controls, Display, CPU, and ChannelSync Clock Architecture. All acquisition capability is contained in

separate Acquisition Modules.

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Number and Description

1. ChannelSync Outputs

- SMA 10 GHz Clock and PCIe 1 Lane Control Connections (for corresponding Acquisition Modules)

2. 10 MHz Reference

Clock Output

3. 10 MHz Reference

Clock Input (Grounded EMI Shield required when port is not in use)

4. Removable Storage

Drive

5. AC Power Inlet

6. Input/Output Panel

7. DVI-D Video Output

8. PCIe 4 Lane Data

Inputs (from corresponding Acquisition Modules)

Back of MCM-Zi Master Control Module

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

 Cap-off unused ChannelSync SMA sockets (item 1) using the provided

chain-linked 50 Ω terminations (not shown).

 10 MHz Reference Clock Inputs are specifically intended for

synchronization with other instruments; not between Master Control Module and Acquisition Modules.

 DVI-D Video Output is for use with an additional external monitor for

Extended Desktop mode.

 The AUX IN connection is for 50 Ω input only.

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Number and Description

1. Power Button

2. Fast Edge Output

3. USB Ports

4. Detachable Front

Panel Control

5. Front Panel Control

Release Switch

 The PCIe 4 Lane Data Inputs (item 8) also accommodate PCIe Expansion

Slot options for GPIB and LSIB. Option cards must be specified when ordering and installed at the Teledyne LeCroy factory into any number of the same five slots used for the Acquisition Modules. The slot between the DVI-D Video Output connector and the PCIe 4 Lane Data Connection for Channels 1-4 is unavailable.

Front of 9CZi-A Master Control Module

The 9CZi-A Master Control Module includes Controls, Display, CPU, and ChannelSync Clock Architecture. All acquisition capability is contained in separate Slave Acquisition Modules.

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Number and Description

1. Channel Sync Outputs

- SMA 10 GHz Clock and PCIe 1 Lane Control Connections (for corresponding Slave Acquisition Modules)

2. AC Power Plug

3. Input/Output Panel

(on page 20)

4. DVI-D Video Output

5. Removable Hard

Drive

6. PCIe 4 Lane Data

Inputs (from corresponding Slave Acquisition Modules).

7. 10 MHz Reference

Clock Input (Grounded EMI Shield required when port is not in use)

8. DVI-D Video Input

(from DVI-D Video Output on CPU)

9. 10 MHz Reference

Clock Output

Back of 9CZi-A Master Control Module

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PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

 Cap-off unused ChannelSync SMA sockets (item 1) using the provided

chain-linked 50 Ω terminations (not shown).

 DVI-D Video Output and Input connectors (items 5 and 6) must be

connected with the supplied 1 foot cable for your touch-screen display to function.

 The PCIe 4 Lane Data Inputs (item 6) also accommodate PCIe Expansion

 The AUX IN connection for 50 Ω input only is provided on the back of the

9CZi-A Master Control Module.

 10 MHz Reference Clock Inputs are specifically intended for

synchronization with other instruments; not between Master and Slave modules.

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Number and Description

1. Power Button

2. Channel Row LED

Indicator

3. Channel Inputs

4. Auxiliary Input and

Output

5. Volume Control and

Mute Button

6. Ground Connector

7. Speaker

8. Fast Edge, Recovered

Clock, and Data Outputs

9. USB Ports

10. Detachable Front

Panel Control

11. Front Panel Control

Release Switch

Front of 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module

The 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module includes Controls, Display, ChannelSync Clock Architecture, and a single, internal acquisition system. The CPU is contained in the separate, physical CPU Module, but is included with the LabMaster 9xxMZi-A. Additional acquisition capability is contained in separate Slave Acquisition Modules.

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Number and Description

1. Channel Sync Outputs

- SMA 10 GHz Clock and PCIe 1 Lane Control Connections (for corresponding Slave Acquisition Modules)

2. Power Switch

3. AC Power Plug

4. PCIe 1 Lane DATA

Output (to CPU Module)

5. DVI-D Video Input (for

DVI-D Output Signal from CPU)

6. 10 MHz Reference

Clock Input (Grounded EMI Shield required when port is not in use)

7. LBUS Output

8. 10 MHz Reference

Clock Output

Back of 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module

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PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

 Cap off unused ChannelSync SMA sockets (item 1) using the provided

chain-linked 50 Ω terminations.

 VGA/WXGA Video Input connectors (item 5) must be connected with

the supplied 1 meter cable to the VGA/WXGA Video Output on the

CPU Module for your touch-screen display to function.

 10 MHz Reference Clock Inputs are specifically intended for

synchronization with other instruments; not between Master and Slave modules.

Front of CPU Module

In the Master Acquisition Module configuration, the 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module connects to a separate CPU Module, shown below.

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Number and Description

1. AC Power Plug

2. Removable Hard Drive

3. The I/O Panel

4. DVI-D Video Output

5. PCIe 4 Lane Data

Inputs (from corresponding Slave Acquisition Modules).

Back of CPU Module

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

 The PCIe 4 Lane Data Inputs (item 5) also accommodate PCIe Expansion

 The DVI-D Video Output connector (item 4) must be connected to the

DVI-D Video Input on the back of the 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module with the supplied 1 meter cable for your touch-screen display to function.

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Number and Description

1. Mouse

2. Keyboard

3. Ethernet Ports

4. USB Ports

5. 15-pin VGA/WXGA

Video Input

6. 15-pin VGA/WXGA

Video Output

7. DVI-D Video Output

Input/Output Panel

9CZi-A Master Control Module and 9xxMZi-AMaster Acquisition Module

The available connections are the same, only the location differs:

 I/O panel is on the back of the 9CZi-A Master Control Module unit

(on page 14).

 I/O panel is on the back of the CPU Module (on page 17)

corresponding to 9xxMZi-A Master Acquisition Module.

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Number and Description

1. Mouse

2. Keyboard

3. Host USB Ports

4. 9-pin Serial Port

(disabled)

5. 15-pin Video Output

(disabled)

6. Ethernet ports (LAN)

MCM-Zi Master Control Module

The I/O panel is located on the back of the MCM-Zi Master Control Module

(page 12).

NOTE: The MCM-Zi motherboard is a server-class motherboard with certain I/O capabilities (serial port, VGA/WXGA video output) that are not utilized by the MCM-Zi, even though the physical connectors remain on the I/O panel. The 9-pin serial port is used for communication to the server motherboard, and the 15-pin video connector only outputs text debug messages from the motherboard. Since these capabilities are not useful for the MCM-Zi, they are disabled in the BIOS and will not provide any I/O should you connect to them.

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Number and Description

1. ProLink Compatible

Inputs

2. 2.4/2.92 mm

Compatible Inputs (on >20 GHz Model Slave Acquisition Modules Only)

3. Channel ON/OFF

Buttons

4. Corresponding

Channel Number Indicators

Front of 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Module

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

 If your LabMaster system runs multiple Slave Acquisition Modules, for

optimal channel access and convenience, we recommend stacking the modules on top of each other on your bench, inside Teledyne LeCroy's available cart, or inside of your own rack (modules must be specifically ordered for rack mounting from the Teledyne LeCroy factory).

 The 9xxSZi-A Slave Acquisition Modules are available in a variety of

bandwidths and channel density configurations. Each example shown previously contains a mix of 20 GHz and >20 GHz Slave Acquisition Modules. Each Slave Acquisition Module is compatible with either Master Module (Control or Acquisition). Refer to specifications on the datasheet maintained at teledynelecroy.com.

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