Teledyne LeCroy Lecroy WAVESURFER 3014Z Quickstart

WaveSurfer 3000z

Oscilloscopes
Getting Started Guide

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WaveSurfer 3000z Oscilloscopes

Getting Started Guide

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Welcome

Thank you for buying a Teledyne LeCroy product. We’re certain you’ll be pleased with the detailed features unique to our instruments. This guide is
intended to help you set up a WaveSurfer 3000z oscilloscope and learn some basic operating procedures, so you're quickly working with waveforms.

• See the MAUI Oscilloscopes Remote Control and Automation Manual for comprehensive information on remote control of WaveSurfer 3000z.

• See the WaveSurfer 3000z Oscilloscopes Operator’s Manual for detailed information on the operational features of the WaveSurfer 3000z.

Both manuals can be downloaded from the Oscilloscope Manuals page on our website at: teledynelecroy.com/support/techlib

Introduction

Introducing WaveSurfer 3000z Oscillosocopes 2
Key Specifications 2
Materials List 2
Safety 4

Overview

Front of Oscilloscope 4
Powering On/Off 5
Back of Oscilloscope 6
Connecting to External Devices/Systems 7
Front Panel 9
Touch Screen Display 10

Basics

Changing the Display 12
Working With Traces 14
Vertical 16
Digital 18
Horizontal (Timebase) 20
Triggers 22
Zoom 24
Cursors 26
Measurements & Statistics 27

Math 28
Memories (Reference Waveforms) 29
WaveSource 30
Saving and Sharing Data 31

Maintenance

Cleaning 32
Fuse Replacement 32
Calibration 32
Firmware Updates 33
Language Selection 33
Activating Software Options 33
Service 34

Reference

Software Options 35
Warranty 35
Certifications 36

WaveSurfer 3000z Getting Started Guide

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INTRODUCTION

Introducing WaveSurfer 3000z

The WaveSurfer 3000z accentuates the Most Advanced User Interface
(MAUI) through a 10.1” capacitive touch screen. It promotes true
versatility with 20 Mpts of memory, multi-instrument capabilities, a
powerful, deep toolbox, and 100 MHz - 1 GHz of bandwidth.

Superior User Experience

MAUI is designed for touch, built for simplicity, and made to solve.
Operate the oscilloscope just like a phone or tablet with the most unique
touch screen features on any oscilloscope. Time saving shortcuts and
intuitive dialogs simplify setup and shorten debug time. A deep set of
integrated debug and analysis tools help identify problems and find
solutions quickly.

Advanced Anomaly Detection

A fast waveform update rate used in conjunction with history mode,
WaveScan, sequence sampling mode, and mask testing facilitates
outstanding waveform anomaly detection.

Biggest Touch Screen Display

A large capacitive touch screen enables accessible and responsive touch
operation. The 10.1” display is 30% larger than competitive offerings,
providing more waveform viewing area.

Powerful, Deep Toolbox

The standard collection of math, measurement, debug, and
documentation tools provides unsurpassed analysis capabilities.

Key Specifications

Detailed specifications are maintained on the product page at

teledynelecroy.com.

Bandwidth 100 MHz 200 MHz - 1 GHz

Analog Channels 4 standard 2 interleaved 4 standard 2 interleaved

Memory (per channel) 10 Mpts/ch 20 Mpts/ch 10 Mpts/ch 20 Mpts/ch

Sample Rate (all channels) 1 GS/s 2 GS/s 2 GS/s 4 GS/s

Vertical Resolution 8-bit 8-bit

Digital Channels (optional) 16 16

Digital Sample Rate 500 MS/s 500 MS/s

Min. Digital Pulse Width 4 ns 4 ns

Max. Digital Input Frequency 125 MHz 125 MHz

Materials List

Check that you have all the parts listed here. Contact Teledyne LeCroy
immediately if any part is missing.

1 oscilloscope

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1 AC power cord rated for the region

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1 Micro SD card (installed)

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1 protective front cover

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4 passive probes

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1 Getting Started Guide

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1 Oscilloscope Registration Card

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1 Calibration Certificate

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1 Declaration of Conformity (CE Certificate)

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SAFETY

Safety

Observe generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the
precautions listed here.

Operating Environment

Temperature 0 °C to 50 °C

Humidity Maximum RH 90% (non-condensing) up to 31 °C

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

Power

AC Power 100-240 VAC (±10%) at 50/60 Hz (±10%) or

Consumption
Nominal 80 W / 80 VA

Maximum* 150 W / 150 VA

Standby 4 W

* All active probes and peripherals installed.

Symbols

decreasing linearly to RH 50% at 50 °C

100-120 VAC (±10%) at 400 Hz (±5%)
Automatic AC Voltage Selection

CAUTION of potential damage to equipment, or WARNING of potential bodily injury.
Do not proceed until the information is fully understood and conditions are met.

WARNING. Risk of electric shock or burn.

Measurement ground connection.

Alternating current

Power On/Standby (Off).

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 live voltage source.

Observe all terminal ratings. Do not apply a voltage to any input that
exceeds the maximum rating of that input. Refer to the markings next to
the BNC terminals for maximum allowed values.

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

Exercise care when lifting and carrying. Unplug and use the built-in
carrying handle to move the instrument.

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. Check body and cables
regularly. If any part is damaged, cease operation immediately and
sequester the instrument from inadvertent use.

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OVERVIEW

Front of Oscilloscope

A. Touch Screen Display

B. Front Panel

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C. Ground and Calibration Terminals

D. USB 2.0 Ports

E. Mixed Signal Interface

F. Channel Inputs

G. Rotating / Tilting Feet

H. Power On/Off Button

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The touch screen display is the principal viewing and control center of
the oscilloscope. See p.10 for an overview of its components.

The front panel houses buttons and knobs that control different
oscilloscope settings. Operate the instrument using front panel controls,
touch screen controls, or a mix that is convenient for you.

Front mounted host USB 2.0 ports can be used for transferring data or
connecting peripherals such as a mouse or keyboard.

The mixed signal intereface connects the digital leadset to input up-to-16
digital lines (with a Mixed Signal probe).

Ground and calibration output terminals are used to compensate
passive probes.

Channels 1–4 are used to input analog signal.

The rotating, tilting feet
enable four different
viewing positions.

OVERVIEW

Powering On/Off

Connect the line cord rated for your country to the AC power inlet on the
back of the instrument, then plug it into a grounded AC power outlet. (See
Power in “Safety”).

The Power button controls the operational state of the oscilloscope.
Press Power to switch on the instrument and load the oscilloscope software.
The LED on the button lights to show the oscilloscope is on. Press it again to
switch “off” (Standby power).

CAUTION. Do not power on or calibrate the oscilloscope with a
signal attached.

Always use the Power button or the File > Shutdown menu option to
execute a proper shut down process and preserve settings.

The Power button does not disconnect the oscilloscope from the AC
power supply; some “housekeeping” circuitry continues to draw power.
The only way to fully power down the instrument is unplug the AC line
cord from the outlet.

CAUTION. Do not place the instrument so that it is difficult to reach
the power cord in case you need to disconnect from power.

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

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OVERVIEW

Back of Oscilloscope

A. Built-in Carrying Handle

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B. WaveSource Output

C. Kensington Lock

D. Micro SD Card (removable drive)

E. EXT Trigger Input

F. AUX Output

G. VGA Video Output to external monitors

H. Ethernet Port

I. USBTMC Port for remote control

B

J. USB 2.0 Ports

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K. AC Power Inlet

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L. Fuse Holder

Connecting to External Devices/Systems

After start up, configure external connections using the menu options
listed below. See the WaveSurfer 3000z Oscilloscopes Operator’s Manual
for more detailed instructions.

USB Peripherals

Connect the device to one of the host USB 2.0 ports on the front or back
of the instrument. Most USB connections are "plug-and-play".

Printer

WaveSurfer 3000z supports PictBridge-compliant printers. Connect
to any USB 2.0 port. Go to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Hardcopy to

configure printer settings.

External Monitor

WaveSurfer 3000z supports external monitors with 1024 x 600
resolution. Connect the monitor cable to the VGA video output on the
back of the instrument. The connection is “plug-and-play” and does not
require any further configuration on the oscilloscope.

OVERVIEW

LAN

WaveSurfer 3000z is preset to accept DHCP network addressing over a
TCPIP connection. Just connect a cable from the Ethernet port on the
back panel to a network access device. Go to Utilities > Utilities Setup >
Remote to find the IP address.

To configure a Static IP address, touch Net Connections on the Remote
dialog and enter the IP address.

Go to Utilities > Preference Setup > Email to configure email settings.

Remote Control

You can control the instrument using the IP address. Be sure the
instrument is on the same subnet as the controller.

To switch to USBTMC control, connect a USB-A/B cable from the
USBTMC port on the back of the instrument to the controller. Go to
Utilities > Utilities Setup > Remote to change the remote control setting

to USBTMC.

WaveSource Waveform Generator

Connect a BNC cable from the WaveSource output on the back of the
instrument to the signal input device. Go to Utilities > WaveSource or

touch the front panel WaveSource button to configure the output signal.

Note: WaveSource is optional and requires an activated license key.

Trigger Out

To send a trigger pulse to another device, connect a BNC cable from the

AUX output on the back of the instrument to the other device.

Micro SD Card

The Micro SD card acts as the oscilloscope’s removable hard drive. Use it
to store and easily share setup files, waveform trace files, LabNotebooks,
and other data.

To remove the card, push in and release. The card should partially pop out,
at which point it can be pulled out fully.

To replace the card, push it into the slot until you hear it click.

Note: When using the oscilloscope Disk Utilities, the Micro SD Card is
labeled Storage Card, while a connected USB drive is labeled USB Disk.

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Probes

WaveSurfer 3000z oscilloscopes are compatible with the included passive
probes and most Teledyne LeCroy ProBus active probes that are rated for
the oscilloscope’s bandwidth. Probe specifications and documentation
are available at teledynelecroy.com/probes.

Digital Leadset

Delivered with the purchase of the Mixed Signal probe option, the
digital leadset enables input of up-to-16 lines of digital data. Lines can
be organized into two logical groups representing different buses and
renamed appropriately.

The digital leadset features two digital banks with separate threshold
controls, making it possible to simultaneously view data from different
logic families.

Each flying lead has a signal and a ground connection. A variety of ground
extenders and flying ground leads are available for different probing
needs. To achieve optimal signal integrity, connect the ground at the tip
of the flying lead for each channel used in measurements. Use either the
provided ground extenders or ground flying leads to make the ground
connection.

To connect the leadset to the oscilloscope, push the connector into the
mixed signal interface below the front panel until you hear a click.

To remove the leadset, press in and hold the buttons on each side of the
connector, then pull out to release it.

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Front Panel

Most of the front panel controls duplicate functionality available through the
touch screen display. They are covered in more detail in the Basics section
and in the WaveSurfer 3000z Oscilloscopes Operator’s Manual.

Shortcut buttons arranged across the top of the front panel give quick
access to commonly used functions. Other shortcut buttons arranged
across the bottom (Decode, WaveScan, etc.) open special applications.

The Print button captures the entire screen and handles it according to your
Hardcopy settings (e.g., print, email, or save to file), or creates a Notebook
Entry in LabNotebook if configured for it.

The Touch Screen button enables or disables touch screen functionality.

The Adjust knob changes the value in any highlighted data entry field when
turned. Pushing the Adjust knob toggles between coarse (large increment) or
fine (small increment) adjustments. Adjust is also used to control the trace
intensity value when the Intensity button is turned on (lit).

All the knobs on the front panel function one way if
turned and another if pushed like a button. The first
label describes the knob’s principal “turn” action; the
second label describes its “push” action.

Front panel buttons light to indicate which functions
and traces are active.

OVERVIEW

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Touch Screen Display

The entire display is a capacitive touch screen. Use your finger or a capacitive stylus (not included) to touch, double-touch, touch-and-drag, or draw
a selection box. Many controls that display information also work as “buttons” to access other functions. If you have a mouse installed, you can click
anywhere you can touch to activate a control; in fact, you can alternate between clicking and touching, whichever is convenient.

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A. Menu Bar

B. Grid Area

C. Trigger Level Indicator

D. Channel Descriptor Box

C

E. Trigger Time Indicator

F. Cursor

G. Timebase and Trigger

Descriptor Boxes

H. Cursor Readout

I. Setup Dialogs

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