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Operator's Manual

WaveStation 3000 Function & Arbitrary Waveform Generator

WaveStation 3000 Function and Arbitrary Waveform Generator Operator's Manual

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Contents

Welcome iii Introduction to WaveStation 1

Package Contents 2 Front Panel 3 Back Panel 4 Adjusting the Viewing Position 4 Safety 5

Working with WaveStation 7

Function Buttons 7 Understanding the Display 8 Navigating Menus and Making Selections 8 Adjusting Parameters 10 Using WaveStation Help 11

Generating Basic Waveforms 12 Generating a DC Waveform 14 Generating an Arbitrary Waveform 15 Generating Modulated Waveforms 16

Generating an AM Modulated Waveform 16 Generating an FM Modulated Waveform 17 Generating a PM Modulated Waveform 17 Generating an FSK Modulated Waveform 18 Generating an ASK Modulated Waveform 18 Generating a DSB-AM Modulated Waveform 19 Generating a PWM Modulated Waveform 19

Generating Sweep Waveforms 20 Generating Burst Waveforms 21

N-Cycle Burst 21 Gated Burst 22

Using External Trigger 23 Using Sync Out 24 Save/Recall 25

Save/Recall Setups 26 Save/Recall Waveforms 27 Delete Setup or Waveform File 27 Copy Channel Settings 27

Changing System Settings 28

Output 28 USB Output 28 Number Format 28 Power On Setting 29 Sound 29 Screen Saver 29

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Clock Source 29 Restoring the Default Settings 30

Remote Control of WaveStation 31

GPIB Remote Control 31 USBTMC Remote Control 32 Using LabView Software 32

Using WaveStation PC Software 33

Installing WaveStation PC Drivers and Software 33 Connecting WaveStation to the PC 34 Reading Files from WaveStation on a PC 34 Sending Waveform Files from a PC to WaveStation 37 Save Waveform to .CSV File 40

Maintaining WaveStation 41

Cleaning 41 Updating WaveStation Firmware 41 Self Tests 42 Self Calibration 43 Returning a Product for Service 44

Reference 45

Specifications 45 Certifications 45 Warranty 48 Contact Teledyne LeCroy 49

Index 50

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing a LeCroy WaveStation 3000 Series Function and Arbitrary Waveform Generator. We’re certain you’ll be pleased with the detailed features so unique to our instruments.

This manual documents how to use the following WaveStation models:

l WaveStation 3082 80 MHz

l WaveStation 3122 120 MHz

l WaveStation 3162 160 MHz

The manual contains sections addressing:

l Product overview and safety information

l Working with WaveStation

l Generating basic, arbitrary, modulated, sweep, and burst waveforms

l Remote control

l Using WaveStation PC Software

l Changing system settings and other maintenance

l Reference, including product certifications and Teledyne LeCroy contact information

WaveStation can be controlled remotely by an automation device or by a person using the WaveStation PC Software. The information in this manual is supplemented by a SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) Command Reference Manual available at teledynelecroy.com.

Additional supplemental information in the form of Application Notes and LabBriefs are also available from our website.

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

Sincerely,

David C. Graef

Teledyne LeCroy

Vice President and Chief Technology Officer

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Introduction to WaveStation

With five basic signal types and over 30 built-in arbitrary waveforms, the WaveStation is a versatile waveform generator. A variety of modulation schemes, large color display, simple user interface, and remote control capabilities make it easy to generate waveforms up to160 MHz.

High Performance and Signal Fidelity

High performance hardware enables WaveStation to create accurate, stable waveforms. High sample rate and resolution combined with low jitter and harmonic distortion means the waveforms seen on the display match the waveforms output by the hardware.

Graphical Waveform Creation

Use WaveStation PC Software to easily create and edit waveforms on your computer using mathematical operations, filters and point-by-point editing—or draw a waveform with a mouse. Transfer waveforms from the PC to WaveStation over USB, then view them on the large display. Connect a WaveAce® oscilloscope to the same PC to enable seamless transfer of captured signals from the oscilloscope to the WaveStation.

Key Specifications

Bandwidth 80 MHz – 160 MHz Channels

Memory 512 kpts Sample Rate 500 MS/s Vertical Resolution 14 bits

Detailed specifications are maintained on the product page at: teledynelecroy.com/wavestation.

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Package Contents

When your WaveStation is delivered, verify that all items on the packing list or invoice copy have shipped correctly. 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.

The standard WaveStation 3000 package includes the following:

l WaveStation unit

l Power Cord

l Standard USB 2.0 Type A to Type B Cable, 1 m

l USB-GPIB Converter Cable

l WaveStation 3000 Getting Started Guide

l Performance/Calibration Certificate

l Product Registration Card

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A. USB A Connector enables you to attach a storage drive.

B. Power Button turns on/off the WaveStation.

C. LCD Display shows an annotated waveform shape, the Parameter Value List, and the various option

menus.

D. Softkey Buttons enable you to select the corresponding option from the changing menus.

E. Numeric Keypad allows you to adjust parameter values and change units.

F. Function Buttons open corresponding option menus. The top, three Signal Conditioning buttons apply

Modulation, Sweep, or Burst to the active waveform. Parameter, Utility, and Help open their respective menus.

G. Waveform Button opens the menu of waveform shapes.

H. Ch1/Ch2 Button selects the output channel and activates the corresponding tab on the display.

I. Adjustment Knob and Left/Right Cursor Buttonshelp with making selections and modifying values.

J. Output Buttons control the activation/deactivation of corresponding BNC Channel Outputs.

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Back Panel

A. Input and Output BNC Connectors - provide 10 MHz In, 10 MHz Out,Modulation In, Synch Out, Ext

Trig/Gate/Fsk/Burst Out.

B. USB Connector - USB 2.0 Type B, used for making USBRAW or USBTMC connections.

C. Ground Connector

D. AC Power Connector

Adjusting the Viewing Position

The built-in carrying handle can be used to support the weight of the product and adjust the viewing position.

Gently pull both arms away from the sides of the WaveStation to unlock the mechanism, then rotate the entire handle toward you until it snaps into the upright position.

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Safety

Observe these instructions to keep the oscilloscope operating in a correct and safe condition. You are required to follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions listed here. The overall

safety of any system incorporating this instrument is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.

Symbols

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

CAUTION of potential damage to instrument, or WARNING of potential bodily injury. Do not proceed until the information is fully understood and conditions are met. High voltage. Risk of electric shock or burn.

Measurement ground connection.

Safety (protective) ground connection.

Frame or chassis connection.

Power On/Off (front of instrument)

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. See Cleaning in the Maintenance section.

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: 0 to 40° C.

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Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31° C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40° C.

Altitude: Up to 3,048 m (10,000 ft) at or below 30° C.

Cooling

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

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

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

Calibration

The recommended factory calibration interval is one year. Calibration should be performed by qualified personnel only.

Extended warranty, calibration, and upgrade plans are available for purchase. To purchase a service plan, contact your Teledyne LeCroy sales representative or: cutomersupport@teledynelecroy.com

Power

AC POWER

The instrument operates from a single-phase, 100 to 240 Vrms (± 10%) AC power source at 50/60 Hz (± 10%) and 100 to 120 Vrms (± 10%) AC power source at 400 Hz (± 5%). Manual voltage selection is not required because the instrument automatically adapts to the line voltage.

POWER CONSUMPTION

50 VA (50 W) maximum power consumption when operating with all accessories installed.

GROUND

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. Only use the power cord provided with your instrument. Interrupting the protective conductor inside or outside the oscilloscope, or disconnecting the safety ground terminal, creates a

hazardous situation. Intentional interruption is prohibited.

APPLYING POWER

The Power button on the front of the WaveStation controls the operational state of the instrument. Press the button to switch the instrument AC power On or Off. Always use the Power button to execute a proper shut down process and preserve settings before powering down. Do not power off by pulling the power cord from the socket or shutting down a connected power strip.

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Working with WaveStation

Function Buttons

These Front Panel buttons control major functional areas of the software. They appear white when inactive, unlike the navigation and selection controls, which are black.

Function buttons are lit blue when they are active. You can perform a Self

Test to check that the LED is working properly.

Channel and Waveform Buttons

The Ch1/Ch2 button is the starting point in waveform configuration. Press it to select the output channel and activate the corresponding tab on the display.

The Waveform button opens the menu of basic and arbitrary waveform shapes. Whatever you select is immediately assigned to the active channel.

Signal Conditioning Buttons

The top three function buttons are waveform signal conditioning buttons and apply Modulation, Sweep, or Burst functions to the active waveform.

The first press of a Signal Conditioning button applies that functionality to the active waveform and opens a menu of corresponding parameters. You'll see the name (e.g., "Mod" for Modulation) appear next to the carrier waveform on the Channel tab. The second press removes the functionality from the waveform and closes the menu.

Other Function Buttons

The next three function buttons, Parameter, Utility, and Help, open menus of functionality other than waveform configuration.

l Parameter restores the menu of waveform parameters to the display for quick re-adjusting. This can be

useful if you've moved onto one of the other functional menus.

l Many output and system settings can be made through Utilities; see the topics in that section of this

manual.

l Help opens a menu of Help topics.

Output Buttons

These buttons, both labeled Output, each correspond to one of the output channels. They enable and disable output on that channel. Connect a BNC cable to the output before activating the button.

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Understanding the Display

Each area of the display serves a unique function.

A. Channel Tabs display the currently selected waveform, plus any additional signal conditioning, such as

Modulation. The tab changes to match the channel color when it is active.

B. Waveform Display shows an annotated diagram of the waveform. The diagram shows how the selected

parameters relate to the wave shape.

C. Option Menu changes based on the chosen Waveform and Function.

D. Parameter Value List shows parameter settings. Use this area to adjust parameters.

Navigating Menus and Making Selections

Pressing any Function button opens a corresponding menu of options on the display. These menus are navigated using the softkey buttons below them.

Option Menus and Softkey Buttons

The softkey buttons correlate with the menu options directly above them, which change based on functionality. The softkeys behave a bit differently depending on the option. They may:

l Select a numeric parameter for editing on the Parameter Value List

l Toggle a set of non-numeric selections

l Open a second menu, etc.

Continue pressing the softkey button until your desired selection is highlighted in blue. Then, either adjust the value on the Parameter List, or press the softkey for the next menu option you wish to select.

DUAL PARAMETER OPTIONS

A good portion of the menu options show two separate parameters.This indicates an either/or selection: you can choose to configure one parameter or the other, but not both. For example, you can configure either

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Frequency or Period, but not both.The first press of the softkey button selects the top parameter, which is then highlighted in blue; the second press selects the bottom.

These dual parameter options have two different colored backgrounds, one lighter and one darker, to keep them distinct. Selected parameters will show the lighter shading (when they are not active and blue), and you'll notice that these are the parameters you see in the Parameter Value List. You may sometimes notice that when you select one dual parameter, the shading changes over other dual parameters. This indicates parameters that must be configured together. For example, Amplitude and Offset, or HighLevel and LowLevel.

LABELED MENU OPTIONS

Some menu options appear to be dual parameters, but actually the top part of the option is a label, while the bottom shows the selected value. When configuring waveforms, this usually indicates the selection was made on a previous menu, but is made available again in case you decide to change it. For example, when you display Modulation parameters, the Type option shows the selection made on the previous Modulation type menu. You need only press the softkey for these menu options if you now wish to change the selection.

ADDITIONAL MENUS

Menus that have a More at the end have additional pages of options. Press the softkey button to go to the next or previous page.

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DONE AND CANCEL

Some option menus, such as Utilities, go several levels deep. In this case, you may see a Done or Cancel option at the end of the menu. The procedures in this manual explain their use in specific situations, which may vary slightly menu to menu.

Parameter Value List

The right side of the display is a detailed list of numeric parameter values. This area is used to adjust the parameter.

Adjusting Parameters

Once a numeric parameter has been selected from an option menu, it is activated for editing on the Parameter Value list. You can adjust the value using either the front panel Adjustment knob or the numeric keypad.

Using the Adjustment Knob

This is perhaps the easiest way to both select and adjust parameters when configuring waveforms.

1. Select the first parameter from the menu using the softkey button.The parameter will appear blue on the option menu and white on the Parameter Value list.

2. Use the Left/Right Cursor buttons to select the digit to change. The selected digit is highlighted blue.

3. Turn the Adjustment knob to raise or lower the value of the digit.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until all digits are adjusted.

5. Press the Adjustment knob to save the setting and activate the next parameter on the list.

The Adjustment knob is also used to navigate and select from the Built-in Arbitrary waveform menus. In general, if a selection is highlighted white on the display, it can be controlled using the Adjustment knob.

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Using the Keypad

This method is required to change the unit of measure associated with the parameter value.

1. Select the parameter from the option menu using the softkey button. The parameter will appear blue on the Parameter menu and white on the Parameter Value list.

2. Press the keypad buttons to enter the new value. The display will change to show a menu of unit s of measure.

3. If desired, press the softkey to select a new unit of measure.You will return to the parameter menu.

4. Use the softkeys to select the next parameter to edit.

The Keypad is also used during Self Calibration and Self Test functions.

Using WaveStation Help

Onboard Help provides brief topics to guide you while using the system. To use the Help:

1. Press the Help function button on the Front Panel to open the Help menu. A list of topics appears on the display.

2. Press the Up or Down softkey buttons to navigate the list.

3. When the desired topic is highlighted on the display, press the Select softkey to view it.

4. Press Done to return to the menu of Help topics, or Cancel to exit the Help menu.

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Generating Basic Waveforms

Follow this procedure to generate one of the five basic waveform types.

1. Choose your output channel by pressing the Ch1/Ch2function button until the correct tab is active on the display.

NOTE: WaveStation defaults to the Channel 1 tab and Waveform menu whenever you power on, although you can change this setting on the Utility menu. If Channel 1 is correct, skip to Step 2.

2. Press the Waveform function button to open the Waveform menu, then select the desired shape using the softkey.The options are: Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, and Noise.

NOTE: The default and min/max settings for each waveform depend on your WaveStation model. See the specifications maintained on the product datasheet at teledynelecroy.com.

You should see your waveform selection appear on the active Channel tab, along with the parameter option menu and Parameter Value list.

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3. Adjust parameters as necessary using either the Adjustment knob or the numeric keypad.

For all waveforms except Noise, adjust the values for:

l Frequency or Period.

l Amplitude and Offset, or absolute HighLevel and LowLevel of voltage.

For Sine waves, also adjust Phase.

For Square waves, also adjust:

l Phase

l DutyCycle, entered as the percentage of the High Level taking up the whole period.

For Ramp waves, also adjust Symmetry.

For Pulse waves, also adjust:

l Width or Duty Cycle

l Rise(ing Edge) or Fall(ing Edge)

l Delay

For Noise waves, adjust:

l Stdev

l Mean

4. When all parameters are configured, press the appropriate Output button to output the waveform, or go on to apply Modulation, Sweep, or Burst signal conditioning before outputting.

NOTE: Noise waves cannot be modulated or swept. Pulse waves cannot be swept.

SEE ALSO:

Generating DC Waveforms

Generating Arbitrary Waveforms

Recalling Stored Waveforms

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Generating a DC Waveform

DC waveforms cannot be conditioned using Mod(ulate), Sweep, or Burst.

1. Choose your output channel by pressing the Ch1/Ch2 function button until the correct tab is active on the display.

NOTE: WaveStation defaults to the Channel 1 tab and Waveform menu whenever you power on, although you can change this settingon the Utility menu. If Channel 1 is correct, skip to Step 2.

2. Press the Waveform function button to open the Waveform menu, then press the More 1 of 2 softkey.

3. Press the DC softkey.

4. Enter the DC Offset value.

5. Press the appropriate Output button to output the waveform.

SEE ALSO:

Generating Basic Waveforms

Generating Arbitrary Waveforms

Recalling Stored Waveforms

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Generating an Arbitrary Waveform

WaveStation offers several built-in Arbitrary waveforms for selection, all of which can be further adjusted to your needs.

1. Choose your output channel by pressing the Ch1/Ch2 function button until the correct tab is active on the display.

NOTE: WaveStation defaults to the Channel 1 tab and Waveform menu whenever you power on, although you can change this settingon the Utility menu. If Channel 1 is correct, skip to Step 2.

2. Press the Waveform function button to open the Waveform menu, then press the More 1 of 2 softkey.

3. Press the Arb softkey, then press the Built-in softkey. The display changes to show the first group of builtin arbitrary waveforms.

4. Press the softkeys to select different groups until you find the desired waveform, then turn the Adjust knob until the waveform is highlighted white on the LCD.

5. Press Done to complete the selection. The LCD returns to the regular waveform display, where you should see a diagram of the selected wave shape.

6. Adjust parameters as necessary using either the knob or the keypad.

7. When all parameters are set, press the appropriate Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

SEE ALSO:

Generating Basic Waveforms

Generating DC Waveforms

Recalling Stored Waveforms

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Generating Modulated Waveforms

Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse and Arb(itrary) waveforms all may be modulated using WaveStation. You can apply

Amplitude Modulation (AM), Frequency Modulation (FM), Amplitude Shift Keying Modulation (ASK), Frequency Shift Keying Modulation (FSK), Phase Modulation (PM), Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM), or Double-Side Band Amplitude Modulation (DSB-AM) depending on the type of carrier wave used.

Noise and DC waveforms cannot be modulated.

Also see:

Adjusting Parameters

Navigating Menus and Making Selections

Understanding the Display

Generating an AM Modulated Waveform

1. Generate a carrier wave of type Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb(itrary).

2. Before outputting, press the Front Panel Mod function button. You should see "Mod" appear next to the carrier wave type on the Channel tab, and the modulation parameter menu and value list on the display.

3. Press the Type softkey, then press the AM softkey.

4. Set the following AM parameters:

l Modulation Source - Internal or External. If External is selected, attach the modulation source to

the Modulation In connector on the Back Panel. You do not need to set any other parameters.

l AM Freq - modulating waveform frequency. The internal source frequency range is 2 MHz to 20

kHz.

l AM Depth - also referred to as Amplitude Range or percentage modulation. It's a percentage value

that varies from 1 to 120% . When set to 0%, the output amplitude is approximately half of the user set amplitude value. When set to 100%, the output amplitude matches the amplitude set. When using an external source, the AM depth is controlled by the voltage level of the connector attached to Modulation In on the Back Panel. ±10 V corresponds to 100% of your current depth setting.

5. Press the appropriate channel Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

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Generating an FM Modulated Waveform

1. Generate a carrier wave of type Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb(itrary).

3. Press the Type softkey, then press the FM softkey.

4. Set the following FM parameters:

l Modulation Source - Internal or External. If External is selected, attach the modulation source to the

Modulation In connector on the Back Panel.

l FM Freq - modulating waveform frequency. The internal source frequency range is 2 MHz to 20 kHz.

You do not need to set FM Freq if using an external modulation source.

l FM Dev - maximum frequency deviation. The frequency deviation value should be ≤ the carrier wave-

form frequency. The sum of the deviation and the carrier waveform frequency should be ≤ the maximum frequency of the selected waveform. When using an external source, the deviation is controlled by the voltage level of the connector attached to Modulation In on the Back Panel: +10 V corresponds to the selected deviation, and -10 V to the negative selected deviation. So, a ±10 V input results in an output FM deviation equal to the preset FM deviation.

5. Press the appropriate channel Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

Generating a PM Modulated Waveform

Modulated waveforms are one part carrier waveform; the other modulated. In Phase Modulation, the phase of the carrier waveform varies with the instantaneous voltage level of the modulated waveform.

1. Generate a carrier wave of type Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb(itrary).

3. Press the Type softkey, then press the PM softkey.

4. Set the following PM parameters:

l Modulation Source - Internal or External. If External is selected, attach the modulation source to the

Modulation In connector on the Back Panel.

l PM Freq - sets the frequency at which the output amplitude shifts between the carrier amplitude and

0. The internal source frequency range is 1 MHz to 50 kHz.You do not need to set PM Freq if using an external modulation source.

l Phase Dev - sets the maximum phase deviation. Values range from 0° to 360°.

5. Press the appropriate channel Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

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Generating an FSK Modulated Waveform

Frequency Shift Keying modulation is an output frequency that switches from the carrier waveform and hop preset frequencies at a specific point. The specific frequency point where the output switches is the Key Frequency. The Key Frequency is determined by the internal frequency generator or the signal voltage level from the Trig/Gate/Fsk/Burst connector on the Back Panel.

1. Generate a carrier wave of type Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb(itrary).

3. Press the Type softkey, then press the FSK softkey.

4. Set the following FSK parameters:

l Modulation Source - Internal or External. If External is selected, attach the modulation source to

theModulation In connector on the Back Panel.

l Key Freq - the frequency at which the output frequency shifts between the carrier amplitude and

the hop frequency. The internal source frequency range is 1 mHz to 1 MHz. You do not need to set Key Freq if using an external modulation source.

l Hop Freq - the desired hop frequency level (for variation from the set carrier waveform frequency).

5. Press the appropriate channel Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

Generating an ASK Modulated Waveform

Amplitude Shift Keying modulation represents digital data as variations in the amplitude of a carrier wave. The amplitude of an analog carrier signal varies in accordance with the bit stream (modulating signal), keeping frequency and phase constant.

1. Generate a carrier wave of type Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb(itrary).

3. Press the Type softkey, then press the ASK softkey.

4. Set the following ASK parameters:

l Modulation Source - Internal or External. If External is selected, attach the modulation source to

the Trig/Gate/FSK/Burst connector on the Back Panel. You do not need to set any other parameters.

l Key Freq - the frequency at which the output amplitude shifts between the carrier amplitude and 0.

The internal source frequency range is 2 MHz to 50 kHz.

5. Press the appropriate channel Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

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Generating a DSB-AM Modulated Waveform

1. Generate a carrier wave of type Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb(itrary).

3. Press the Type softkey, then press the DSB-AM softkey.

4. Set the following DSB-AM parameters:

l Modulation Source - Internal or External. If External is selected, attach the modulation source to the

Modulation In connector on the Back Panel. You do not need to set any other parameters.

l DSB Frequency - If using Internal source, set a DSB frequency of up to 50 KHz.

5. Press the appropriate channel Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

Generating a PWM Modulated Waveform

Pulse-Width Modulation is used exclusively with Pulse type waves.

1. Generate a carrier wave of type Pulse.

3. Set the following PWM parameters:

l Modulation Source - Internal or External. If External is selected, attach the modulation source to the

Modulation In connector on the Back Panel. You do not need to set any other parameters.

l PWMFreq(uency) - the rate at which the pulse is modulated.

l Width Dev(iation) -modulating pulse width.

4. Press the appropriate channel Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

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Generating Sweep Waveforms

Sine, Square, Ramp, and Arb(itrary) waveforms may be swept using a Frequency function, which sweeps either from an absolute start frequency to stop frequency or across a frequency span at a specified sweep rate.

Pulse, Noise, and DC waveforms cannot be swept.

1. Set up a basic wave of type SIne, Square, Ramp, or Arb.

2. Before outputting, press the Front Panel Sweep function button.

3. Set the following sweep parameters:

l Sweep Time - sets the overall sweep rate.

l StartFreq and StopFreq - the specific frequencies where the sweep begins and ends. If you choose

to set StartFreq and StopFreq, you do not set MidFreq and FreqSpan.

l MidFreq and FreqSpan - the frequency that must remain at the center of the sweep, and the overall

span or range that it may deviate from the MidFreq in either a positive or negative direction.

l Source - choose Internal, External, or Manual to manually start and stop the sweep. If External is

selected, connect the sweep trigger source to the Trig/Gate/Fsk/Burst connector on the Back Panel.

l TrigOut - choose Off or Open. Open sends a trigger pulse on the rising edge of the waveform;

connect from the Trig/Gate/Fsk/Burst connector on the Back Panel.

l Linear or Log - choose either Linear or Logarithmic spacing.

l Direction - choose to sweep in either an Up or Down direction.

4. When all sweep parameters are set, press the appropriate Output button to begin outputting the wave- form.

SEE ALSO:

Adjusting Parameters

Navigating Menus and Making Selections

Understanding the Display

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Generating Burst Waveforms

Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, and Arb waveforms may utilize an N-Cycle Burst or a Gated Burst. Noise waveforms utilize only a Gated Burst.

N-Cycle Burst

In this method, you either specify a number of cycles after which to begin the burst and its duration (period), or set an infinite cycle and trigger the burst manually or upon an external event.

1. Generate a basic waveform of type Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, or Arb. Before outputting, press the Burst function button.

2. Press the NCycle softkey until it is selected.

3. Set the following Burst parameters:

l Source - Choose Internal, External, or Manual. If you select External, connect the trigger source to the

Trig/Gate/Fsk/Burst connector on the Back Panel.

l Start Phase - Enter a specific phase value (in °) to define the starting point of the burst. The phase

varies from 0° to 360°; the default setting is 0°. For an Arbitrary waveform, 0° is the first waveform point.

l Burst Period - If using Internal Source, enter the length of the burst period.

NOTE: The period time increases if necessary to allow the specified number of cycles in a burst. The following formula is applied: Burst Period > Carrier Period × Burst Number.

l TrigOut (Internal and Manual Sources) or Edge (External Source) - Choose Up (rising edge), Down

(falling edge), or Off.

l Delay - Press the More softkey to display this option. Specify a span of time between the trigger

input and the start of the burst. The minimum delay amount is 240 ns.

l Cycles or Infinite - Press the More softkey to display these options. If Cycles is selected, enter the

desired number of repetitions (from 1 to 1,000,000). Infinite generates a continuous waveform that only stops upon a trigger event. Choose External or Manual Source to use Infinite.

4. When all parameters are set, press the appropriate Output button.

5. If you selected Manual source, a red Trigger option appears on the Burst menu. Press the Trigger softkey to manually start and stop the burst as the waveform is output.

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Gated Burst

This method sets a gate on the waveform to mark the burst period.

1. Generate a basic waveform.

2. Before outputting, press the Burst function button.

3. Press the Gated softkey until it is selected.

4. Enter the Start Phase value (in °) to define the starting point of the burst. The phase varies from 0° to 360°; the default setting is 0°. For an Arbitrary waveform, 0° is the first waveform point.

5. Choose either Positive or NegativePolarity.

6. Press the appropriate Output button to begin outputting the waveform.

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Using External Trigger

The back-panel Ext Trig/Gate/FSK/Burst connector is a multi-purpose input used to accept the External Source for several modes.

Triggered Sweep Mode

If using External Source to trigger a Sweep wave, the instrument outputs a single sweep when an edge of the correct polarity is received on the Ext Trig connector.

Triggered N-Cycle Burst Mode

If using External Source to trigger a Burst wave, the instrument outputs a waveform with specified number of cycles (burst count) each time a trigger is received on the Ext Trig connector.

Externally Gated Burst Mode

If using External Source for a Gated Burst wave, the instrument outputs a continuous waveform when the Gate signal is true. When the external Gate signal goes false, the current waveform cycle completes, then the instrument stops while remaining at a voltage level corresponding to the starting burst phase. For Noise waveforms, output stops as soon as the Gate signal goes false.

Externally Modulated FSK Mode

If using External Source for an FSK modulated wave, the carrier frequency is output when a logic low level is present on the FSK connector. When a logic high level is present, hop frequency is output. Maximum external FSK rate is 100 kHz.

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Using Sync Out

All standard output functions (except DC and Noise) have a corresponding Sync signal that can be sent through the Sync Out connector on the back panel. This is useful for synchronizing different devices to the occurrence of a particular waveform event.

Waveform Type Sync Signal Reference

Non-modulated carrier signal

AM, FM, and PM Modulated (internal modulation source)

ASK and FSK Modulated keying frequency

Sweep TTL level high (at start), then at a frequency equal to the sweep time

Burst level high (at start)

External Gated Burst external gated signal

Pulse pulse signal with a fixed positive pulse width more than 50 ns

modulated signal

NOTE: If an output waveform is inverted, the corresponding Sync signal does not also invert.

To enable/disable the Sync signal output:

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the Sync softkey.

3. Press the State softkey until On or Off appears.

4. Select the Channel to use as the Sync reference.

5. Press Done.

When the Sync signal is disabled, the output voltage of the [Sync] connector is set to low level.

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Save/Recall

The WaveStation offers onboard storage of setup (state) files. Ten internal memory banks are provided for you to quickly save work and recall it to the instrument when needed. Setup files can also be saved to and from external drives for quick transfer of state data between devices.

You may also save waveform (data) files created on Teledyne LeCroy oscilloscopes or in the WaveStation PC software to the WaveStation for recall and output at a future time. WaveStation 3000 has two banks to accommodate waveform files up to 16K and 512K, allowing you to make and store longer acquisitions.

Save/Recall Browser

You'll see a different LCD screen when performing Save/Recall than when generating waveforms. The screen is divided into three principal sections:

l File name at the top of the display

l Drive/folder list at the left of the display

l File list at the right of the display

Switch between the folder and file sections of the display by pressing the Browsersoftkey on the Save/Recall option menu. Scroll each list using the Adjustknob.

Keyboard

The default name for internal setup files is SET<number>. This is appended to the STATE to create the full setup name that appears at the top of the Browser display (e.g., STATE1:SET01). The number increments each time a new setup is saved. Similarly, setup files created on an external drive are by default named WST3000, WST3001, etc. These autogenerated file names can be changed to something more descriptive using the keyboard display.

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When you first press the Save softkey during the Save procedure, the keyboard is displayed with the default File Name shown at the top. To change the name:

1. Press the Delete softkey to clear characters from the File Name field.

2. Use the Adjust knob and the Up and Down softkeys to navigate to characters on the keyboard.

3. When the desired character is selected, press the Select softkey to insert it in the File Name field.

4. Repeat until you have entered the desired File Name, then press the Save softkey.

Save/Recall Setups

1. If saving to (or recalling from) a USB drive, insert the drive into the USB host port on the front of the WaveStation.

2. Press the Utility function button, then press the Store/Recall softkey.

3. Press the FileType softkey until State is selected.

4. WaveStation defaults to the Local (C:) folder. If using an external drive, press the Browser softkey until Directory is selected, then turn the Adjust knob until USB Device is selected. Otherwise, skip this step.

5. Press the Browser softkey to select File. The cursor switches to the file list at the right side of the display.

6. If using internal storage, turn the Adjust knob to select the desired STATE memory bank (1-10).

NOTE: Any prior data stored in an internal memory will be overwritten when you save. If possible, select a State that does not already have a setup file associated with it.

7. To save the current setup:

l Press the Save softkey.

l If desired, use the keyboard to change the default File Name.

To restore the WaveStation to the selected setup, press Recall.

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Save/Recall Waveforms

Waveforms files created outside the WaveStation can be saved to and recalled from a memory bank on the WaveStation.

1. Insert the drive into the USB host port on the front of the WaveStation.

2. Press the Utility function button, then press the Store/Recall softkey.

3. Press the FileType softkey until Data is selected.

4. Press the Browser softkey until Directory is selected, then turn the Adjust knob until USB Device is selected.

5. Press the Browser softkey to select File. The cursor switches to the file list at the right side of the display.

6. Turn the Adjust knob to select the desired memory bank, ARB(16k) or ARB(512k), then press Select.The dis- play changes to show a table of waveform files.

7. Turn the Adjust knob until the desired cell/file is selected.

NOTE: If possible, choose an empty cell when saving a file. Any prior data saved in that location will be overwritten.

8. Press Save to store the file, or Recall to output it using WaveStation.

NOTE: 512K files must be output via Channel 2.

9. When saving data files, use the keyboard to change the File Name.

Delete Setup or Waveform File

Follow the Save/Recall procedures to navigate to the setup or data file. With the file selected from the File List at the right side of the Browser, press the Delete softkey.

Copy Channel Settings

The setups from either WaveStation channel can be quickly copied to the other. Complete your waveform configuration on the source channel, then:

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the Channel Copy softkey.

3. Press either CH1=>CH2 or CH2=>CH1, depending on the direction you wish to copy.

4. Press Done.

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Changing System Settings

Many default WaveStation settings can be modified through the Utility menu. Follow the procedures below to change Output and System settings.

See the Using Sync Out, Remote Control, and Maintenance sections for instructions on using other Utility menu options.

Also see Restoring Default Settings.

Output

This setting changes the output Voltage and Polarity on the generated waveform. For output over 10 V pk-pk, use the HighZ setting.

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the Output Setup softkey.

3. Press the Load softkey until either 50Ω or HighZ is selected.

4. Press Polarity to select either Normal or Invert.

5. Press Done.

USB Output

The USB Type B port on the back of the WaveStation can be configured to output either:

l USBRAW

l USBTMC, used for remote control and WaveStation PC software

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the Interface softkey.

3. Press the USB Setup softkey.

4. Press either USBRAW or USBTMC.

5. Press Done.

Number Format

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press System and Number Format.

3. Choose a Point style of either period (.) or comma (,). This character is placed after the first thousand.

4. Choose a Separator of:

l On - places the other Point character (period or comma) between whole units and decimals.

l Space - uses a space rather than a character to separate whole units and decimals.

l Off- no separator.

5. Press Done.

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Power On Setting

The WaveStation default is to revert to the factory settings after power down. To retain the last saved settings and restore them at power on:

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press System.

3. Press PowerOn until Last is selected.

4. Press More, then press Done.

Sound

The WaveStation default is to emit a low beep whenever a control is pressed. To turn off the sound:

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press System.

3. Press the Beep softkey until Off is selected.

4. Press More, then press Done.

Screen Saver

The WaveStation is set to turn off the LCD if there is no activity for 15 minutes. To change this setting:

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press System.

3. Press More, then press ScrnSvr.

4. Choose another time out value from the menu, or Off to disable this feature.

5. Press Cancel to return to the previous menu, then press Done.

NOTE: Only the LCD is disabled after the time out to preserve the display. The WaveStation continues to run and generate waveforms.

Clock Source

By default, WaveStation utilizes an internal 10 MHz reference clock. You can choose to instead input an external reference clock. To change the reference clock:

1. Connect the clock to the 10 MHz Input connector on the Back Panel.

2. Press the Utility function button.

3. Press the More softkey, then press System.

4. Press More, then press CLKSourceuntil External is selected.

5. Press Done.

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Restoring the Default Settings

To restore the WaveStation to the factory default settings (shown in the table below):

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press System.

3. Press Set to Default. After a moment, the screen will blink and reset to the CH1:Sine wave parameter menu.

SubSystem & Parameter Default Values

Output

Function Sine Wave

Frequency 1 kHz

Amplitude/Offset 100 mVpp/0 V DC

Phase 0°

Terminals High Z

Modulation

Carrier 1 kHz Sine Wave

Modulating 100 Hz Sine Wave

AM Depth 100％

FM Deviation 500 Hz

Key Freq 100 Hz

FSK Hop Frequency 1 MHz

Phase Deviation 180°

Sweep

Start/Stop Frequency 100 Hz/1.9 kHz

Sweep Time 1 S

Trig Out Off

Mode Linear

Direction Up

Burst

Period 10 ms

Phase 0°

Count 1 Cycle

Trig Off

Trigger

Source Internal

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Remote Control of WaveStation

WaveStation can be remote controlled using either a USB-GPIB or USBTMC connection. For a complete list of remote control commands and their syntax, refer to the WaveStation SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) Reference Manual available at:

teledynelecroy.com/wavestation.

NOTE: WaveStation remote commands must not contain termination characters of any kind. This includes Null

characters.

GPIB Remote Control

WaveStation conforms to the IEEE 488.2 GPIB standard. GPIB controls can be used to interface WaveStation with other GPIB compatible devices, including Teledyne LeCroy oscilloscopes.

NOTE:The GPIB interface on the WaveStation supports Device mode only, not Controller.

GPIB remote control of WaveStation requires the use of the USB-GPIB converter cable included with the product. The USB connection from the WaveStation provides all necessary power to the converter.

To utilize GPIBremote control:

l Prepare your control files according to the conventions documented in the WaveStation SCPI Command

Reference.

l Connect the USB-GPIB converter cable.

l Configure the WaveStation for GPIB communication.

Connecting the USB-GPIB Converter

Connect the USB-GPIB converter from the USB A port on the front of the WaveStation to the GPIBbus on the controller.

The converter has two LED indicators on it showing when the device is powered on and Ready (red), and Active (green) and transmitting data.

NOTE: Do not disconnect either end of the converter until all equipment is powered down.

Configuring WaveStation for GPIB

1. Check the GPIB address assigned to WaveStation on the controller. WaveStation uses 18 by default; if the controller is using a different number, you will need to change it on either side to match.

2. Press the Utility function button.

3. Press the Interface softkey.

4. Press the GPIB softkey.

5. If necessary, use the number keypad to enter the correct GPIB address.

6. Press Done.

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USBTMC Remote Control

To utilize a USBTMC connection:

l Install NI-VISA on the controller. See the WaveStation SCPI Command Reference for configuration

details.

l Prepare your control files according to the conventions documented in the WaveStation SCPI Com-

mand Reference.

l Connect a USB 2.0 Type A-B cable from the USB B port on the back of the WaveStation to a USB A port

on the controller.

l Configure WaveStation for USBTMC output.

Using LabView Software

Either the USB or GPIB interface can be utilized with the free LabView Driver to remote control the WaveStation using LabView projects.

The download includes three sample LabView projects that you can use to set up your own LabView workflow.

Waveform files saved in the WaveStation PC Software must be saved in SendWave CSV format to be exchanged with LabView.

See the WaveStation SCPI for instructions on installing the LabView driver.

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Using WaveStation PC Software

The WaveStation PC Software allows you to exchange waveform files between the WaveStation and your PC. The software includes tools to help you modify or generate new files on the PC, then save them to one of WaveStation's internal memory banks for future output.

NOTE: Waveform files are a scalar representation of the waveform data. Adjust the amplitude, frequency, and offset as desired on the WaveStation.

Minimum System Requirements

l Operating system Windows® Vista 32-Bit Version, Windows® 7 32-Bit Version, Windows 8

l Pentium® IV processor

l 1 Gb RAM

l 150 Mb hard disk available space for software set‐up

l Video resolution 800 X 600

l USB 2.0 connections

Updates

Teledyne LeCroy periodically releases updates of the WaveStation PC Software providing new features, enhancements, and software corrections. These updates are available free from:

teledynelecroy.com/support/softwaredownload/

Installing WaveStation PC Drivers and Software

Follow these steps in this exact order to install the WaveStation PC drivers and software:

1. Download the latest version of WaveStation PC Software compatible with your WaveStation model from teledynelecroy.com. Unzip the installer archive on the PC where you will install the software.

2. With both the WaveStation and the PC turned on, connect the 1 m USB 2.0 Type A- B Cable from the USB B port on the back of the WaveStation to a USB A port on your PC. If shown, you can close pop-ups on the PC resulting from the connection of the USB cable.

3. Install the drivers:

l On the PC, navigate to the location for Universal Serial Bus controllers (usually under Device Man-

ager).

l Right-click on LeCroy Series Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator and select Update Driver Soft-

ware (depending on your OS, you may have to navigate through the Properties dialog to this selec-

tion).

l Choose to Browse my computer for driver softwareand navigate to the WaveStation PC Software

→USB Driver folder. Select the drivers for either 32 or 64-Bit installation.

l If alerted by Windows Security, choose to Install this driver software anyway.

4. After the driver installation is complete, navigate to the WaveStation PC Software → Setup folder and run WaveStation_setup.exe. Follow the prompts on the installer dialogs.

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Connecting WaveStation to the PC

To re-establish the link between the WaveStation and your PC after the initial software installation:

1. Power on WaveStation.

2. With the PC turned on, connect the USB Type B-A cable from the rear USB B port on the WaveStation to a USB A port on the PC.

3. Launch the WaveStation PC software.

Reading Files from WaveStation on a PC

You can retrieve any stored or arbitrary waveform file from the WaveStation and send it to the WaveStation PC software for modification.

Complete the preliminary steps to:

l Install WaveStation PC drivers and software.

l Make the connection from WaveStation to the PC.

Starting from WaveStation

1. Follow the steps to generate an arbitrary waveform, choosing either one of the Built-In or Stored Wforms.

2. In the WaveStation PC Software, choose Communication → Read wave from the menu bar.

3. Select the device you want to read the wave from the Device List. The software detects multiple devices.

4. Select the stored or built-in waveform from the Wave List. You will see all the wave files stored on the device.

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Starting from the PC

1. Click the Read wave button on the lower part of the screen

2. On theRead wave pop-up, select the desired waveform from the Wave List. This list will include the names of all the built-in arbitrary and saved waveforms.

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3. Use the PC software tools to modify the file as desired.

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Sending Waveform Files from a PC to WaveStation

New waveform files generated in the WaveStation PC Software can be sent and stored on the WaveStatation for future use.

Complete the preliminary steps to:

l Install WaveStation PC drivers and software.

l Make the connection from WaveStation to the PC.

1. Launch the WaveStation PC Software and select File → New from the menu bar. The Property setting pop- up is shown.

2. Provide a name for you Wave and details for:

l Samples - choose either 16k or 512k; the file will be stored in the respective bank.

l VPP - defaults to 20 Vpp.

l Quantify - defaults to 14.

l Frequencyor Period of the waveform.

Click the Ok button when finished.

NOTE: Vpp can be changed in the next step using the Type buttons after the default waveform appears on

the WaveStation PC software screen.

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3. The resulting waveform appears on screen. Use the Waveform Type buttons or using various Waveform Drawing Tools to modify it as desired.

4. With your waveform setup as desired, click Save.

5. Choose Communication → Send wave from the menu bar, or click the Send wave button at the bottom of the window.

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6. On the Send Wave pop-up, choose the:

l Target WaveStation from the Device List. All connected devices will appear for selection.

l Store locationArb 1 or Arb2 (depending on the size of the file you're saving).

l Name of the file.

l Transfer channel. 512k files can only be sent over CH2.

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A status message should appear indicating the read completed successfully.

NOTE: When you save a data file to a location already containing previously stored information, your new information always overwrites the old. If you choose the wrong bank or transfer channel for the size of the

file, you'll see the following error message.

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Save Waveform to .CSV File

Waveform data can be saved in two different formats using the WaveStation PC software:

l Comma-Separated Values (*.CSV), - includes all usual waveform parameters such as frequency, ampli-

tude, etc. in a comma-delimited file. The file header shows the saved data.

l SendWave .CSV - includes just the amplitude data in a format that can be exchanged with LabView

software.

To save a waveform:

1. Choose File > Save.

2. Browse to the folder where you wish to save the file.

3. Enter a File Name.

4. Chose to Save as Type *.CSV or SendWave CSV.

5. Click Save.

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Maintaining WaveStation

Cleaning

Clean only the exterior of the instrument using a soft cloth moistened with water or an alcohol solution. 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.

Updating WaveStation Firmware

WaveSation firmware updates are released periodically and are available for free. It is recommended to update your WaveStation whenever there is a new firmware release to keep it performing optimally.

To check your current firmware version, press Utility→ More→ Edit Infoto display the WaveStation details screen.

Download the latest firmware for the WaveStation 3000 series Function/Arbitrary waveform generators from teledynelecroy.com/support/softwaredownload/.

To install firmware updates:

1. Extract the firmware file, <filename>.ads, and save it to a USB drive.

2. Power on the WaveStation, and plug the USB drive into the Front Panel USB port.

3. Press the Utility function button, then press the More and Update softkeys.

4. You'll see the Browser display used to Save/Recall files. Press the Browser softkey to select Directory, then turn the Adjust knob to select USB Drive. If the file is inside a sub-folder, press the Right Cursor button below the Adjust knob to open the folder.

5. Change Browser to File, and navigate to <filename>.ads.

6. Select the *.ads file and press Recall.

7. Follow the instructions on screen to begin the update.

NOTE: When the update starts, you will see the message “System updating… Please don’t shutdown your WaveStation during the updating procedure.” Do not power off the WaveStation for any reason during this process. Doing so can render the WaveStation inoperable.

8. When the update is complete, power off and restart the WaveStation.

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Self Tests

These tests enable you to determine if the WaveStation controls are functioning properly. It is recommended to perform them periodically. If you discover a malfunction during a test, contact your nearest Teledyne

LeCroy service center for instructions. You may or may not need to return the product for repair.

Screen Test

This test enables you to check the color registration of the LCD.

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press Test/Cal.

3. Press SelfTest, then ScrTest. You will see the display change to red.

4. Following the directions on the display, continue to press the number 7 on the keypad to cycle through red, green, and blue. Press the number 8 on the keypad to exit the test.

Key Test

This test determines if the WaveStation CPU is receiving proper input from the Front Panel controls.

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press Test/Cal.

3. Press SelfTest, then KeyTest. The display changes to show a simulation of the Front Panel.

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4. Press each button and knob on the Front Panel in turn. As you press them, you should see the corresponding block on the simulation turn blue, indicating proper functioning. If any block fails to change, the control is malfunctioning.

5. Press the number 8 on the keypad three times to exit the test.

LED Test

This test determines whether the LEDs that light the Function buttons on the Front Panel buttons are working properly.

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press Test/Cal.

3. Press SelfTest, then LEDTest. The display changes to show a simulation of the Front Panel exactly like the one in the Key Test.

4. Continue to press the number 7 on the keypad. Each block on the simulation that corresponds to a Function button turns blue, while the button itself lights up, indicating proper functioning. If any block or button fails to light, the control is malfunctioning.

5. Press the number 8 on the keypad three times to exit the test.

Self Calibration

WaveStation includes a self-calibration routine that makes gain and phase adjustments. Run the self calibration on an as needed basis.

Contact your nearest Teledyne LeCroy service center to schedule a factory calibration once per year.

1. Press the Utility function button.

2. Press the More softkey, then press Test/Cal.

3. Press SelfAdjust. You will see a progress bar appear over the display. Wait until the calibration completes, then press any Function button to exit.

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Returning a Product for Service

Contact your local Teledyne LeCroy service center for calibration or other service. If the product cannot be serviced on location, the service center will give you a Return Material Authorization (RMA) code and instruct you where to ship the product. All products returned to the factory must have an RMA.

Return shipments must be prepaid. Teledyne LeCroy cannot accept COD or Collect shipments. We recommend air-freighting. Insure the item you’re returning for at least the replacement cost.

1. Remove all accessories from the device. Do not include the manual.

2. Pack the product in its case, surrounded by the original packing material (or equivalent).

3. Label the case with a tag containing:

l The RMA

l Name and address of the owner

l Product model and serial number

l Description of failure or requisite service

4. Pack the product case in a cardboard shipping box with adequate padding to avoid damage in transit.

5. Mark the outside of the box with the shipping address given to you by Teledyne LeCroy; be sure to add the following:

l ATTN: <RMA code assigned by Teledyne LeCroy>

l FRAGILE

6. If returning a product to a different country:

l Mark the shipment as a "Return of US manufactured goods for warranty repair/recalibration."

l If there is a cost for the service, list the cost in the Value column and the original purchase price

"For insurance purposes only."

l Be very specific about the reason for shipment. Duties may have to be paid on the value of the serv-

ice.

Extended warranty, calibration, and upgrade plans are available for purchase. Contact your Teledyne LeCroy sales representative to purchase a service plan.

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Reference

Specifications

The most current specification information regarding your product are maintained on the Teledyne LeCroy website atteledynelecroy.com. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Certifications

EMC Compliance

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY- EMC

The oscilloscope meets intent of EC Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:

EN 61326-1:2006, EN 61326-2-1:2006 EMC requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.

Electromagnetic Emissions:

CISPR 11:2003, Radiated and Conducted Emissions Group 1, Class A

EN 61000-3-2:2006 Harmonic Current Emissions, Class A

EN 61000-3-3/A2:2005 Voltage Fluctuations and Flickers, Pst = 1

Electromagnetic Immunity:

EN 61000-4-2:2001 Electrostatic Discharge, 4 kV contact, 8 kV air, 4 kV vertical/horizontal coupling planes

EN 61000-4-3:2006 RF Radiated Electromagnetic Field, 3 V/m, 80-1000 MHz; 3 V/m, 1400 MHz - 2 GHz; 1 V/m, 2 GHz - 2.7 GHz

EN 61000-4-4:2004 Electrical Fast Transient/Burst, 1 kV on power supply lines, 0.5 kV on I/O signal data and control lines

EN 61000-4-5:2006 Power line Surge, 1 kV AC Mains, L-N, L-PE, N-PE

EN 61000-4-6:2007 RF Conducted Electromagnetic Field, 3 Vrms, 0.15 MHz - 80 MHz

EN 61000-4-11:2004 Mains Dips and Interruptions, 0%/1 cycle, 70%/25 cycles, 0%/250 cycles

1 To ensure compliance with all applicable EMC standards, high quality shielded interface cables should be used. 2 Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when the oscilloscope is connected to a test object. 3 This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas may cause electromagnetic interference. 4 Meets Performance Criteria “B” limits of the respective standard: during the disturbance, product undergoes a temporary degradation

or loss of function or performance which is self-recoverable. 5 Performance Criteria “C” applied for 70%/25 cycle voltage dips and for 0%/250 cycle voltage interruption test levels per EN61000-4-

11.

2 3

4 5

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European Contact:

Teledyne LeCroy Europe GmbH Waldhofer Str 104 D-69123 Heidelberg Germany Tel: (49) 6221 82700

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY– EMC

Oscilloscope complies with the EMC provision of the Radio Communications Act per the following standards, in accordance with requirements imposed by Australian Communication and Media Authority (ACMA):

CISPR 11:2003 Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN61326-1:2006 and EN61326-2-1:2006.

Australia / New Zealand Contacts:

Vicom Australia Ltd. 1064 Centre Road Oakleigh, South Victoria 3167 Australia

Australia Vicom New Zealand Ltd. 60 Grafton Road Auckland New Zealand

Safety Compliance

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY– LOW VOLTAGE

The oscilloscope meets intent of EC Directive 2006/95/EC for Product Safety. Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:

EN 61010-1:2010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements

EN 61010-2:030:2010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – Part 2-030: Particular requirements for testing and measuring circuits

The design of the instrument has been verified to conform to the following limits put forth by these standards:

l Overvoltage Category II: equipment intended to be supplied from the building wiring with a nominal

supply voltage up to 300V.

l Measurement Category 0: measurement terminals that are not intended to be directly connected to the

MAINS supply.

l Pollution Degree 2: operating environment where normally only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs.

Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is caused by condensation must be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment.

l Protection Class I: grounded equipment in which protection against electric shock is achieved by basic

insulation and a connection to the protective ground conductor in the building wiring.

U.S. NATIONALLYRECOGNIZED AGENCY CERTIFICATION

The oscilloscope has been certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to conform to the following safety standard and bears UL Listing Mark:

UL 61010-1 Third Edition – Safety standard for electrical measuring and test equipment.

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CANADIAN CERTIFICATION

The oscilloscope has been certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to conform to the following safety standard and bears cUL Listing Mark:

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-12. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.

Environmental Compliance

END-OF-LIFE HANDLING

The instrument is marked with this symbol to indicate that it complies with the applicable European Union requirements to Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Batteries.

The instrument is subject to disposal and recycling regulations that vary by country and region. Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste electronic equipment in standard waste receptacles. For more information about proper disposal and recycling of your Teledyne LeCroy product, please visit teledynelecroy.com/recycle.

RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (ROHS)

This product and its accessories conform to the 2011/65/EU RoHS2 Directive, as it is classified as Industrial Monitoring and Control Equipment (per Article 3, Paragraph 24) and is exempt from RoHS compliance until 22 July 2017 (per Article 4, Paragraph 3).

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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 product 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 nonTeledyne 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.

Products not made by Teledyne LeCroy are covered solely by the warranty of the original equipment manufacturer.

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Contact Teledyne LeCroy

United States and Canada

- World Wide Corporate Office

Teledyne LeCroy Corporation 700 Chestnut Ridge Road Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977-6499, USA Ph: 800-553-2769 / 845-425-2000 FAX: 845-578-5985 teledynelecroy.com

Support:

contact.corp@teledynelecroy.com

Sales:

customersupport@teledynelecroy.com

United States Protocol Solutions Group

Teledyne LeCroy Corporation 3385 Scott Boulevard Santa Clara, CA, 95054, USA FAX: 408-727-0800 teledynelecroy.com

Sales and Service:

Ph: 800-909-7211 / 408-727-6600 contact.corp@teledynelecroy.com

Support:

Ph: 800-909-7112 / 408-653-1260 psgsupport@teledynelecroy.com

European Headquarters

Teledyne LeCroy SA 4, Rue Moïse Marcinhes Case postale 341 1217 Meyrin 1 Geneva, Switzerland Ph: + 41 22 719 2228 / 2323 / 2277 FAX: +41 22 719 2233 contact.sa@teledynelecroy.com applications.indirect@teledynelecroy.com teledynelecroy.com/europe

Protocol Analyzers:

Ph: +44 12 765 03971

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Singapore, Protocol Analyzers

Genetron Singapore Pte Ltd. 37 Kallang Pudding Road, #08-08 Tong Lee Building Block B Singapore 349315 Ph: ++ 65 9760-4682

China

Teledyne LeCroy Corporation Beijing Rm. 2001 Unit A, Horizon Plaza No. 6, Zhichun Road, Haidian District Beijing 100088, China Ph: ++86 10 8280 0318 / 0319 / 0320 FAX:++86 10 8280 0316

Service:

Rm. 2002 Ph: ++86 10 8280 0245

Taiwan

LeColn Technology Co Ltd. Far East Century Park, C3, 9F No. 2, Chien-8th Road, Chung-Ho Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan Ph: ++ 886 2 8226 1366 FAX: ++ 886 2 8226 1368

Korea

Teledyne LeCroy Korea 10th fl.Ildong Bldg. 968-5 Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu Seoul 135-280, Korea Ph: ++ 82 2 3452 0400 FAX: ++ 82 2 3452 0490

Japan

Teledyne LeCroy Japan Hobunsya Funchu Bldg, 3F 3-11-5, Midori-cho, Fuchu-Shi Tokyo 183-0006, Japan Ph: ++ 81 4 2402 9400 FAX: ++ 81 4 2402 9586 teledynelecroy.com/japan

Singapore, Oscilloscopes

Teledyne LeCroy Singapore Pte Ltd. Blk 750C Chai Chee Road #02-08 Technopark @ Chai Chee Singapore 469003 Ph: ++ 65 64424880 FAX: ++ 65 64427811

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Index

arbitrary wave 15, 34

back panel 4

burst wave 21, 23

calibration 6, 43

certifications 45

cleaning 41

clock source 29

compliance 45

controls 3-4

adjust knob 10

function buttons 7

key test 42

keypad 11

LED test 43

softkeys 8

sync signal 24

cooling 6

firmware 41

front panel 3

function buttons 7

gated burst 22-23

GPIB 31

handle

adjusting 4

help 11

inputs/outputs 3-4, 23-24

modulation

AM 16

ASK 18

DSB-AM 19

FM 17

FSK 18, 23

PM 17

PWM 19

DC wave 14

display 8

keyboard 25

number format 28

screen test 42

store list 25

external trigger 23

N-cycle burst 21, 23

navigation 8

noise wave 12

operating environment 5

output

GPIB 31

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USB 28, 32

voltage 28

parameters

adjusting 8, 10

parts list 2

power 6

applying 6

consumption 6

ground 6

pulse wave 12

ramp wave 12

remote control 31

GPIB 31

USB 32

utilities 28

sine wave 12

sound 29

specifications 1, 45

square wave 12

support

help 11

sweep wave 20, 23

sync signal 24

USB 28, 32

viewing position 4

voltage 28

warranty 48

safety 5

precautions 5

symbols 5

save/recall 25

setups 26-27

waveform file 27, 33-34, 37

screen saver 29

self tests 42

key test 42

LED test 43

screen test 42

setups 26

copy 27

default 30

waveform

arbitrary 15

burst 21

DC 14

noise 12

pulse 12

ramp 12

save/recall 27, 34, 37

sine 12

square 12

sweep 20

WaveStation PC Software 33-34, 37

power on setting 29

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