Teledyne LeCroy WaveSurfer 10 User manual

WaveSurfer 10
Oscilloscopes

Getting Started Guide

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WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes

Getting Started Guide

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September 2014

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 Getting Started
Guide is designed to cover important safety and installation information for your oscilloscope, along with some basic operating procedures so you’re quickly
working with waveforms.

Contents

Introduction

About the WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes 2
General Safety Information 4
Support 5

Set Up

The Front of Your Oscilloscope 8
The Side of Your Oscilloscope 10
The Back of Your Oscilloscope 10
Carrying 11
Powering On/Off 11
Connecting 11
Signal Inputs 12
Language Selection 12
Software Activation 13
Firmware Update 13

User Interface

Touch Screen Display 16
Changing the Display 18
Working With Traces 18
Entering/Selecting Data 20
Front Panel 21
Sharing Data 22

Basics

Vertical 24
Horizontal (Timebase) 25
Triggers 26
Cursors 27
Measurements & Statistics 28
Math 29
Zoom 30
Memories (Reference Waveforms) 31
LabNotebook 32
WaveScan 33
Software Options 34

Reference

Service 36
Teledyne LeCroy Service Centers 37
Certifications 38
Warranty 39
Windows License Agreement 40

WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

About the WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes

The WaveSurfer 10 combines the MAUI advanced user interface with
high performance 10 GS/s hardware, powerful waveform processing, and
advanced math, measurement and debug tools to quickly analyze and find
the root cause of problems. The large touch screen display and compact
form factor make accessing powerful analysis capabilities fast and easy.

MAUI - A New Wave of Thinking

MAUI is the most advanced oscilloscope user interface. MAUI is designed
for touch; all important oscilloscope controls are accessed through the
intuitive touch screen. MAUI is made for simplicity; time saving shortcuts
and intuitive dialogs simplify setup. MAUI is built to solve; deep set of
debug and analysis tools help identify problems and find solutions quickly.

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Specications

Detailed specifications are maintained in the Datasheet on the product
page at teledynelecroy.com.

Key Specications

Bandwidth 1 GHz
Channels 4
Sample Rate (per channel/interleaved) 5 GS/s / 10 GS/s
Memory (per channel/interleaved) 10 Mpts / 20 Mpts
Display 10.4” Touch
User Interface MAUI

WaveScan Search and Find

WaveScan® Search and Find allows you to search a single acquisition
using more than 20 different criteria. Or, set up a scan condition and scan
for an event over hours or even days.

LabNotebook

The LabNotebook feature of WaveSurfer 10 provides a report generation
tool to save and document all your work. Saving all displayed waveforms,
relevant settings, and screen images is all done through LabNotebook,
eliminating the need to navigate multiple menus to save all these files
independently.

Materials List

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

1 oscilloscope

•

4 passive probes (one for each channel)

•

1 AC power cord (rated for country)

•

1 protective front cover

•

1 Getting Started Guide

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1 Oscilloscope Security Certificate

•

1 Oscilloscope Registration Card

•

1 Calibration Document

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Advanced Debug Toolkit Option

With the addition of the Advanced Debug Toolkit, the WaveSurfer 10
becomes an unparalleled debug and analysis machine. The high sample
rate of 10 GS/s on all 4 channels, 20 Mpts of memory, sequence mode
segmented memory, history mode, 13 additional math functions, and
2 math traces, all included in this powerful debug package, enable the
WaveSurfer 10 to perform advanced analysis on long captures with 10x
oversampling.

Sequence Mode Acquisition

In Sequence Mode, the complete waveform consists of a user-defined
number of fixed-size segments. Sequence Mode is ideal when capturing
many fast pulses in quick succession or when capturing few events
separated by long time periods. The instrument can capture complicated
sequences of events over large time intervals in fine detail, while ignoring
the uninteresting periods between the events. You can also make time
measurements between events on selected segments using the full
precision of the acquisition timebase.

Enhanced Sample Rate and Memory

10 GS/s on all 4 channels
16 Mpts/ch interleaving to 32 Mpts

Enhanced Math and Measurements

Two single or dual operator math functions (instead of only one)
can be applied to any source waveform(s). Thirteen math operators
are available in addition to the standard selection. Functions can be
configured to graph a Trend plot of any measurement parameter.
Histicons allow the statistical distribution of measurements to be
observed.

History Mode

History Mode allows you to review any acquisition saved in the
oscilloscope’s history buffer, which automatically stores all acquisition
records until full. Not only can individual acquisitions be restored to the
grid, you can “scroll” backward and forward through the history at varying
speeds to capture details and changes in the waveforms over time.
Each record is indexed and time-stamped, and you can choose to view
the absolute time of acquisition or the time relative to where you are in
the history.

INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

General Safety Information

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 its
documentation to alert you to important safety considerations.

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. Risk of electric shock.

Measurement ground connection.

Alternating Current.

On/Standby power.

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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-
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 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. Inspect all parts regularly
and do not use the product if any part is damaged. Cease operation
immediately and sequester the instrument from inadvertent use.

Operational 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
Altitudes: up to 3,000 m (at < 25° C)

Power and Ground Connections

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

The AC inlet ground is connected directly to the frame of the instrument.
For adequate protection against 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.

Maximum power consumption with all accessories installed (e.g., active
probes, USB peripherals, digital leadsets) is 340 W (340 VA). Power
consumption in standby mode is 10 W.

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.

Support

Online Documentation

Online Help is available by selecting Support > Help from the oscilloscope
display menu bar.

Teledyne LeCroy publishes a free Technical Library on its website.
Manuals, tutorials, application notes, white papers, and videos are
available to help you get the most out of your Teledyne LeCroy products.

The WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes Operator’s Manual can be downloaded
from teledynelecroy.com/support/techlib. This .PDF document contains
more extensive procedures for operating your oscilloscope than are found
here. You can also download Oscilloscope System Recovery Tools and
Procedures, which contains instructions for using Acronis® True Image®
Home included with the oscilloscope.

The Datasheet published on the product page contains the detailed
product specifications.

Technical Support

Registered users can contact their local Teledyne LeCroy service center
at the number listed in this guide to make Technical Support requests by
phone or email. You can also submit Technical Support requests via the
website at teledynelecroy.com/support/techhelp.

INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

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WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes

SET UP

SET UP

The Front of Your Oscilloscope

A

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A

Touch Screen Display

Front Panel

B

B

Built-in Stylus Holder

C

USB Port

D

E

Power Button

BNC Inputs for C1-C4 and External Trigger

F

Ground and Calibration Output Terminals

G

C

Tilting Feet

H

D

E

F

G

H

The touch screen display is the principal viewing and control center
of the oscilloscope. See “Touch Screen Display” for an overview of its
components.

The front panel houses buttons and knobs that control different
oscilloscope settings. Operate the instrument using front panel hard
controls, display soft controls, or a mix of both that is convenient for you.

Many front panel knobs have multiple modes of
operation: pressing them invokes one action and
turning them another. The labels below the knob tell
you what happens when you “Push” instead of turn.

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

The built-in stylus holder stores
a stylus that can be used with the
touch screen display.

SET UP

The Power button turns on/off the oscilloscope. See “Powering On/Off” for
more information.

Channel inputs 1–4 are signal inputs to the oscilloscope; Ext is for
connecting an external trigger device.

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

The tilting feet enable easier bench top viewing.

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SET UP

The Side of Your Oscilloscope

Audio In/Out: Speaker, Mic, and

A

Line-In for external audio devices

Ethernet Port for LAN connection

B

Host USB Ports (4)

C

L-BUS connector

D

VGA connector for external monitor

E

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A

B

C

D

E

The Back of Your Oscilloscope

(not shown)

Built-in Carrying Handle

F

Aux Out connector to send pass/fail,

G

device trigger enabled or trigger out
signal to another device

AC Power Inlet for the AC line cord

H

Kensington Lock

I

Carrying

The oscilloscope’s case contains a built-in carrying handle. Always unplug
the instrument from the power source before lifting and carrying it.

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 and Ground Connections in “General Safety Information”).

The Power button on the front controls the operational state of the
oscilloscope. Press the button to switch on the instrument; press the button
again or use the File > Shutdown menu option to switch “off” (Standby).

CAUTION. Do not change the instrument’s Windows® Power
Options from the default. System Standby or System Hibernate
modes should never be used.

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

Pressing and holding the Power button executes a “hard” shutdown, same
as on a PC, but we do not recommend doing this as it does not allow the
Windows operating system to shut down properly.

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.

Connecting

After start up, configure the oscilloscope connections using the menu
options listed below. See the WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes Operator’s
Manual for more detailed instructions.

USB Peripherals

Connect the device to a USB port on the front or side of the instrument.

Printer

WaveSurfer 10 supports USB or network printers. Connect the printer to
any host USB port or place it on the same network as the oscilloscope. Go

to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Hardcopy to configure printer settings.

External Controller

Connect an Ethernet cable from a LAN port on the side of the instrument
to the controller. Go to Utilities > Preference Setup > Remote to configure

remote control using TCPIP or LXI.

External Monitor

WaveSurfer 10 supports external VGA monitors. Attach the monitor cable
to the VGA connector on the side of the instrument. Go to Display >
Display Setup > Open Monitor Control Panel to configure display settings

using the standard Windows control panel dialogs. If the second monitor
is capable of being used as a touch screen, you can configure it to
duplicate the controls seen on the oscilloscope screen.
Note: External monitors with Fujitsu drivers cannot be used as touch
screens, only as displays.

SET UP

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SET UP

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LAN

WaveSurfer 10 accepts DHCP network addressing. Connect a cable from
the Ethernet port on the side panel to a network access device. Go to
Utilities > Utilities Setup > Remote and select TCPIP to obtain a network
connection and IP address.

To assign the oscilloscope a static IP address, open Net Connections
from the Remote dialog and use the Windows networking dialogs to
configure the device address.

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

Other Auxiliary Device

Connect a BNC cable from Aux Out on the back of the instrument to the
other device. Go to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Aux Output to configure

the connection.

Signal Inputs

Mixed Signal Options

WaveSurfer 10 oscilloscopes are compatible with the Teledyne LeCroy
MS-250 and MS-500 mixed signal hardware options. Both offer 18
integrated digital channels and a set of tools designed to view, measure,
and analyze analog and digital signals, enabling fast debugging of mixed
signal designs. Flexible analog and digital cross-pattern triggering across
all 22 channels provides the ability to quickly identify and isolate problems
in an embedded system.

Probes

WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes are compatible with the included passive
probes and all Teledyne LeCroy ProBus active probes that are rated for
the oscilloscope’s bandwidth. Probe specifications and documentation
are available at teledynelecroy.com/probes.

Language Selection

To change the language that appears on the display, go to Utilities >
Preference Setup > Preferences and make your Language selection.

The oscilloscope software must be restarted after the language is selected.

If you wish to also change the language of the Windows operating system:

1. Choose File > Minimize to hide the oscilloscope display and show the
Windows Desktop.

2. From the Windows task bar, choose Start > Control Panel > Clock,
Language and Region.

3. Under Region and Language select Change Display Language.

4. Click the Install/Uninstall Languages button.

5. Select Install Language and Browse Computer or Network.

6. Click the Browse button, navigate to D:\Lang Packs\ and select the
language you want to install. The available languages are: German,
Spanish, French, Italian, and Japanese. Follow the installer prompts.

Note: Other language packs are available from Microsoft’s website.

7. After exiting the Control Panel, click the oscilloscope icon in the lower­right corner of the desktop to maximize the oscilloscope display.

Software Activation

The oscilloscope operating software (firmware and standard applications)
is active upon delivery.

Demonstration Software

The oscilloscope is delivered with a 30-day trial license of the available
option packages.

To try an option, go to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Options, choose the
option from the list, and touch Activate Demo Key.

Purchasing Software Options

To purchase an option, contact your Teledyne LeCroy sales representative at
the number listed in this guide. You will receive a license key via email that
activates the optional features on the oscilloscope. To install the key:

1. Go to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Options.

2. Touch Add Key.

3. Enter the new license key and click OK.

4. Reboot the oscilloscope.

Firmware Updates

Free firmware updates are available periodically from the Teledyne LeCroy
website at teledynelecroy.com/support/softwaredownload. Registered
users will receive email notification when a new update is released. To
download and install the update:

1. From the oscilloscope desktop (File > Exit) or a remote PC, launch the

browser and visit the software download page at the URL above.

2. Click the link to Oscilloscope Downloads > Firmware Upgrades.

3. Enter the required model information and account login. If you don’t

yet have an account, create one now.

4. Follow the instructions to download the installer and save it to a

location accessible to the oscilloscope (USB storage device, Network
location, etc.).

5. On the oscilloscope, use Windows Explorer to browse to the installer

file (xstreamdsoinstaller_x.x.x.x.exe) and double-click it to launch the
XStream Setup wizard.

6. Follow the wizard prompts.

7. When installation is complete, power cycle the instrument.

CAUTION. The installation may take several minutes, depending
on the length of time since your last upgrade. Do not power down
the oscilloscope at any point during the installation process.

SET UP

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SET UP

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WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes

USER INTERFACE

USER INTERFACE

Touch Screen Display

The entire display is a touch screen. Use your finger or the stylus to touch, double-touch, touch-and-drag, touch-and-hold (right click) and 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 for you.

A

Menu Bar

A

Grid Area

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

B

Trigger Level Indicator

C

Cursor Indicator

D

Channel Descriptor Box

E

Trigger Position Indicator

F

Timebase and Trigger

G

Descriptor Boxes

Dialog Tabs

H

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A menu bar of drop-down menus lets you access set up dialogs and
other functions. All functionality can be accessed through either the menu
bar or other shortcuts.

If an action can be “undone” (such as recalling a setup), a small Undo
button appears at the far right of the menu bar. Click this to return to the
previous oscilloscope display.

The grid area displays the waveform traces. You can adjust many grid
settings on the Display Setup dialog.

Trigger level and trigger position indicators appear on the grid when a
trigger is set, color-coded to match the input.

Cursors show where measurement points have been set. Touch-and­drag cursor indicators to quickly reposition the measurement point.

Channel (C1-C4), Zoom (Z1-Z4), Math, Memory (M1-M4), and Digital
(Digital1-Digital2, with mixed signal options) descriptor boxes appear
along the bottom of the grid area and summarize current settings for
each open trace. Touch the descriptor box to open the set up dialog.

Timebase and Trigger descriptor boxes appear at the right of the display.
Timebase and Trigger settings only apply to channel traces. Touch the
descriptor box to open the corresponding set up dialog.

Dialogs appear at the bottom of the display for entering set up data. The
top dialog will be the main entry point for the selected function.

For convenience, related dialogs appear as a series of tabs behind the
main dialog. Touch the tab to open the dialog.

A toolbar along the bottom of the Channel, Math, and Memory dialogs
applies common actions so that you don’t have to leave the underlying
dialog. They always apply to the active (highlighted) trace.

Apply up to six measurement parameters.

Display a zoom of the trace.

Apply a math function to the trace.

Open the Serial Decode dialog (when serial decoders
are installed).

Copy the active trace to the corresponding internal
memory (e.g., C2 to M2).

Scale the waveform to fit the grid.

USER INTERFACE

Apply a custom label to the trace.

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USER INTERFACE

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Changing the Display

To modify the grid style, choose Display > Display Setup from the menu bar
and make your selections from the Display dialog.

By default, the oscilloscope has Auto Grid enabled. Auto Grid adds a grid for
each new trace type (channels/memories, math, and zooms) as they open
and removes the grid when no longer needed. There are options to display all
traces on a single grid, an XY trace, or a single grid with an XY trace.

You can also choose to place the Grid on Top of traces so it remains visible,
or apply Axis Labels to show the value currently represented by the extreme
Vertical and Horizontal margins of the grid. Grid Intensity makes the grid
lines dimmer or brighter relative to the trace.

Working With Traces

The easiest way to turn on a trace is to use the front panel C1-C4, Math, and
Zoom buttons. A waveform appears on the grid, a new descriptor box opens

at the bottom of the grid area, and the corresponding setup dialog opens.
This is now the “active” trace.

To turn off a trace, press the front panel button again.

Active vs. Inactive Trace

A highlighted descriptor box indicates the active trace, and all display and
front panel actions will apply to that trace until another is selected. This is
true for all traces, regardless of the type. Although several traces may be
open and appear on the display, only one at a time is active.

Also, the front panel buttons will light to indicate the active trace.

Active. Controls will
work for this trace.

Inactive. Controls will not
work for this trace.

Line and Intensity

The trace style can be set to a series of separate sample Points or a
continuous vector Line. Go to Display > Display Setup.

When more data is available than can actually
be displayed, Trace Intensity helps to visualize
significant events by applying an algorithm that
dims less frequently occurring samples. Turn the
front panel Intensity knob to control the Trace
Intensity.

Using WaveStream

WaveStream provides a vibrant, intensity graded display with a
fast update rate to closely simulate the look and feel of an analog
oscilloscope. WaveStream is most helpful in viewing signals that have
signal jitter or signal anomalies, or for applying a visual check before
creating an advanced trigger or WaveScan setup to locate an unusual
event.

To apply WaveStream, push the front panel Intensity knob. The
WaveStream indicator will light to show it is on. Push the knob again to
exit WaveStream.

Trace with Intensity 100%

Trace in WaveStream Display Mode

Trace with Intensity 40%.

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Entering/Selecting Data

Touch & Type

Touching once
activates a control.
In some cases, you’ll
immediately see a
pop-up menu of
options. Touch one
to select it.

If you have a keyboard installed, you can type
your entry in the active field. Or, you can touch
again, then select your entry from the pop-up
menu or keypad.

You’ll see a pop-up keypad when you double­touch a numerical data entry field. Touch the soft
keys to use it exactly as you would a calculator.
When you touch OK, the calculated value is
entered in the field.

USER INTERFACE

In other cases, data
entry fields appear

highlighted on the
display. When a data entry field is
highlighted (as shown above), it is
active and can be modified by using
the front panel Adjust knob.

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Touch & Drag

Touch-and-drag waveforms, cursors and trigger indicators to reposition them
on the grid; this is the same as setting the values on the dialog.

To quickly zoom areas of the grid, touch & drag to draw a selection box
around a portion of the trace.

Use the stylus when you want a more precise selection tool than your finger.
It is especially helpful for zooming exact areas of the grid or selecting values
that lie close together on pop-up menus.

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 10 Oscilloscopes Operator’s Manual. Below are a few
useful front panel controls.

Auto Setup turns on and configures all channels with a signal attached.

A

An edge trigger is set to the signal mean level.

Clear Sweeps resets math and measurement counters.

B

The Print button captures the entire screen and handles it according to

C

your Hardcopy setting (print to file on USB drive, create LabNotebook
entry, etc.).

The Intensity knob controls the Trace Intensity. Pushing the knob

D

toggles between WaveStream display mode and regular intensity. In
WaveStream mode, the knob controls trace color saturation.

The Adjust knob changes the value in any highlighted data entry field

E

when turned. Pushing the Adjust knob toggles between coarse (large
increment) or fine (small increment) adjustments when the knob is
turned.

The Touch Screen button enables or disables touch screen functionality.

F

Most knobs on the front panel function one way if turned and another if
pushed like a button. The top label describes the knob’s principal “turn”
action, while the bottom label describes its “push” action.

Many front panel buttons light to indicate the function is active.

A

B C

D

E

F

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USER INTERFACE

Sharing Data

Print/Screen Capture

WaveSurfer 10 oscilloscopes offer several ways to preserve and share
data, any of which can be associated with the front panel Print button.

Pressing Print captures an image of the display, which will then be
handled according to your chosen Print method (sent to a printer, saved
to a file, etc.). Go to Utilities > Utilities Setup > Hardcopy to configure how
the oscilloscope handles the Print command.

Note: To make Print create a new Notebook Entry, go to File >
LabNotebook > Preferences and select Create Entry when Hardcopy
Pressed.

Sending Data

If the oscilloscope is networked, LabNotebook reports, waveform files,
setups, and other user data can be emailed directly from the instrument.

Files can also be transferred to a USB drive through any of the host USB
ports. Exit to the desktop (File > Exit) and use the Windows Explorer to
transfer files from oscilloscope folders to USB drives. Stored user data
files are located on the D: drive.

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BASICS

REFERENCE

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Vertical

These controls adjust the channel trace along the Y axis.

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From the Front Panel

A

B

C

Press to turn on/activate analog trace.

A

Turn to raise or lower Vertical Offset.

B

Push to return to zero.

Turn to raise or lower Vertical Scale

C

(V/div). Push to make fine
adjustments.

From the Display

Touch Channel descriptor box to activate the trace and again to open the
Channel dialog.

A

Touch any control to change the value.

A

Use the Up/Down buttons to change Vertical Scale or Offset.

B

Channel Descriptor Box

B

Pre-Processing Summary List
(changes from default state)

Coupling

Gain Setting

Offset Setting

Averaging Sweeps Count

Horizontal (Timebase)

These controls adjust the trace along the X axis.

From the Front Panel

A

B

A

B

Timebase Descriptor Box

Sampling Mode
(blank in real-time)

# Samples

Turn to raise or lower trigger Delay. Push to return
Delay to zero.

Turn to raise or lower Horizontal Scale (Time/div).
Push to adjust scale with more precision on math,
memory, or zoom traces.

Trigger Delay
(Position)

Time/div

Sample Rate

From the Display

Touch the Timebase descriptor box to open the Timebase dialog.

B

A

C

Touch button to select a Sampling Mode.

A

Use the Up/Down buttons to change Time/Division.

B

Enter a Delay time or use the button to Set To Zero.

C

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BASICS

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Triggers

Triggers tell the oscilloscope when to perform an acquisition.
Available trigger types are described at more length in the

WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes Operator’s Manual.

From the Front Panel

HG

F

C

D

E

Opens the Trigger dialog.

A

Stops the oscilloscope from acquiring data.

B

Triggers once (single-shot acquisition) when all conditions are met.

C

Triggers repeatedly whenever all conditions are met.

D

Same as Normal when there is a valid trigger; triggers after a preset

E

period when there is no valid trigger.

Turn to raise or lower Trigger Level (V). Push to automatically find

F

the level.

Lights up when a trigger is armed.

G

Lights up when a trigger has fired.

H

A

B

From the Display

Touch Trigger descriptor box to open the Trigger dialog.

A

B

C

Touch to choose trigger Type.

A

Touch to set Trigger Level (V).

B

Touch to let the software automatically set trigger level

C

based on the input signal.

Trigger Descriptor Box

Trigger Status

Trigger Type

Trigger Indicators

Level
Indicator

Position
Indicator

Pre/Post-Trigger Indicator appears at
the corner of the grid when a trigger
point is no-longer visible.

Trigger Source

Trigger Coupling
Trigger Level
Trigger Slope

Cursors

Cursors set measurement points on a trace. There are five preset cursor
types, each with a unique appearance on the display: Horizontal (Time),
Horizontal + Vertical, Vertical (Amplitude), Horizontal (Frequency), and
Horizontal (Event). These are described in more detail in the WaveSurfer

10 Oscilloscopes Operator’s Manual.

From the Front Panel

Press to apply cursor. Continue

A

B

A

pressing to cycle through all cursor
types.

Turn to adjust cursor position. Push

B

to reset the cursor to the default
position. When both Horizontal and
Vertical cursors are displayed, push
the knob to switch the cursor that
is being controlled.

From the Display

A

C

D

B

Choose Cursor > Cursor Setup to open the Cursor dialog.

A

Touch to choose Cursor Type.

B

Touch-and-drag cursor line to reposition cursor.

C

Vertical Cursor readout appears on descriptor boxes.

D

Horizontal Cursor readout appears below Timebase.

E

E

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Measurements & Statistics

Measurements are waveform parameters that can be expressed as numerical values, such as amplitude or frequency. You can set up to six simultaneous
measurements on one or more traces and view the active readout in a table. You can also gate measurements to limit them to a specific portion of the
trace, or add statistical measurements to the readout.

Press front panel Measure button or choose

A

A

B

Measure > Measure Setup to open the
Measure dialog.

Readout of parameter values. Touch any cell

B

to re-open Measure dialog if closed.

Check Show Table to show/hide

C

measurement readout.

Touch Px fields to select parameter and

D

source trace.

Set measurement gates on dialog, or drag

E

gate markers from edge of grid.

Add statistics to the measurement readout.

F

E

C

D

F

Math

Math traces display the result of applying a mathematical function (e.g., FFT) to one or more traces. One important distinction between math functions
and measurement parameters is that the result of math is always another waveform trace, whereas the result of measurement is a number.

Press front panel Math button or

A

D

E

F

C

A

choose Math > Math Setup or to open
Math dialog.

Choose Single or Dual math

B

operators.

Choose source waveform and

C

function(s).

D

Math trace opens in separate grid.

Math descriptor box shows math

E

scaling.

Touch Zoom tab to adjust scale of

F

Math trace.

B

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Zoom

Zooms display a magnification of another trace. You can create up to four
zooms (Z1-Z4) from any other type of trace.

From the Front Panel

Press the Zoom button.

Zoom trace opens for every open channel trace. The zoomed
portion of the original trace is highlighted.

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OR

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Draw a zoom box on a portion of a trace.

Repeat on another section to reposition the
zoom trace.

Use Vertical knobs to adjust V/div.

Use Horizontal knobs to adjust Time/div.

A

C

B

Touch Channel descriptor box to activate the trace.

A

Touch the Zoom shortcut button.

B

Touch Zoom descriptor to open the Zoom dialog and rescale the zoom.

C

Memories (Reference Waveforms)

Memories are traces stored for reference. They can be recalled to the
display for comparison with other traces. A memory can be zoomed or
measured for better analysis of historical data. You can store up to four
internal memories (M1-M4). After that, new memories will overwrite
previously stored data.

Internal memories only persist until the oscilloscope is rebooted. To store
memories indefinitely, save them to an external file by choosing File >
Save Waveform. The file can then be recalled into one of the four internal
memories for viewing by choosing File > Recall Waveform. Only memory
files saved with the extension .trc can be recalled.

Choose Math > Memory Setup to open the Memory dialog.

B

To turn on a stored memory, check On next to M1-M4.

A

To store a new memory, touch M1-M4 button or tab.

B

A

C

D

Select source trace in Copy From Waveform.

C

Touch to copy to internal memory.

D
E

Add notes or labels to stored waveform.

E

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LabNotebook

The integrated LabNotebook tool lets you build reports containing waveform images and custom annotations right on the oscilloscope. You create
individual Notebook Entries as you work, which are saved in a resident database. When you choose File > LabNotebook, the LabNotebook dialog opens
showing all your Notebook Entries, where they can be further annotated and exported into different report formats.

Create Notebook Entry from dialog, menu

A

bar, or Print button.

Notebook Entries appear in list. Select from

B

the list to edit or export.

Open tab of same name to add description

C

and annotations to an entry.

View screen capture associated with selected

D

entry.

Export selected entries to a report.

E

Use Flashback to restore all setups to same

F

C

A B

D
E

state as when selected entry was created.

F

WaveScan

WaveScan® Search and Find enables you to search for unusual events in a single capture, or to scan for a particular event in many acquisitions over a long
period of time. A predefined set of scan modes (similar to trigger setups), easily customized, enable a quick search for events of interest. The results are

time stamped, tabulated, and can be selected for individual viewing.

A

A

G

F

B

C

Choose Analysis > WaveScan to turn on
WaveScan.

B

Choose scan Mode (event to find) and
Source waveform to search.

C

Refine scan settings.

Select different views of the results: event

D

table with/without time stamps, zoom
overlay, zoom trace, or all.

Take action when an event is found, such

E

as sending a pulse or sounding an alarm.

Color overlays mark the found events on

F

the trace.

G

Result table lists found events. Touch an
event to zoom it on the grid.

D

E

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Software Options

The Advanced Debug Toolkit (WS10-ADT) enhances the acquisition, math and
measurement capabilities of a WaveSurfer 10 oscilloscope. Additionally, the
History Mode and Sequence Mode functions are also added.

Power Analysis Option (WS10-PWR) provides exceptional ability to measure
and analyze the operating characteristics of power conversion devices
and circuits. Measure critical device power switching, analyze control loop
modulation, and measure line power harmonics.

Spectrum Analyzer Option (WS10-SPECTRUM) simplifies setup and use
of the oscilloscope for analyzing frequency-dependent effects. It allows
users who are familiar with RF spectrum analyzers to start using the FFT
with little or no concern about the details of setting up an FFT.

Many Serial Trigger and Decode options are available (see table).
Decoders apply software algorithms to extract encoded serial data
information from physical layer waveforms measured on your
oscilloscope. The extracted information is displayed over the actual
physical layer waveforms, color-coded to provide fast, intuitive
understanding of the relationship between message frames and time
synchronous events. Serial triggers fire upon finding decoded data that
match complex, user-defined filters.

Part Number Description

WS10-1553 TD MIL-STD-1553 Trigger and Decoder

WS10-ARINC429bus Dsymbolic ARINC-429 Symbolic Decoder

WS10-Audiobus TD Audiobus Trigger and Decoder for I

WS10-CANbus TD CAN Trigger and Decoder

WS10-CAN FD TD CAN FD Trigger and Decoder

WS10-DigRF3Gbus D MIPI DigRF 3G Decoder

WS10-DigRFv4bus D MIPI DigRF v4 Decoder

WS10-DPHYbus D MIPI D-PHY Decoder

WS10-EMB I

WS10-ENETbus D 10M and 100M ENET Decoder

WS10-FlexRaybus TD FlexRay Trigger and Decoder

WS10-I2Cbus TD I

WS10-LINbus TD LIN Trigger and Decoder

WS10-Manchesterbus D Manchester Decoder

WS10-NRZbus D NRZ Decoder

WS10-SENTbus D SENT Decoder

WS10-SPIbus TD SPI Trigger and Decoder

WS10-UART-RS232bus TD UART and RS232 Trigger and Decoder

WS10-USB2bus D USB 2.0 Decoder

WS10-USB2-HSICbus D USB-HSIC Decoder

and TDM variants

2

C, SPI, UART/RS-232 Trigger and Decoder

2

C Trigger and Decoder

2

S, LJ, RJ

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WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes

Service

Contact your local Teledyne LeCroy service center for calibration or
other service.

Returning a Product

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.

Follow these steps for a smooth product return.

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:

• The RMA

• Name and address of the owner

• Product model and serial number

• 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:

• ATTN: <RMA code assigned by Teledyne LeCroy>

• FRAGILE

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6. If returning a product to a different country:

• Mark the shipment as a Return of US manufactured goods for

warranty repair/recalibration.

• If there is a cost for the service, list the cost in the Value column and
the original purchase price For insurance purposes only.

• Be very specific about the reason for shipment. Duties may have to
be paid on the value of the service.

Service Plans

Extended warranty, calibration, and upgrade plans are available for
purchase. Contact your Teledyne LeCroy sales representative or
[e-mail] to purchase a service plan.

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Teledyne LeCroy Service Centers

United States and Canada

World Wide Corporate Ofce

Teledyne LeCroy
700 Chestnut Ridge Road
Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977-6499
Ph: 800-553-2769 / 845-425-2000
Fax: [phone]
teledynelecroy.com

Support:
[e-mail]

Sales:
[e-mail]

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
[e-mail]

US Protocol Solutions Group

Teledyne LeCroy
3385 Scott Boulevard
Santa Clara, CA, 95054
teledynelecroy.com

Sales and Service:

Ph: 800-909-7211 / 408-727-6600
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

Support:
Ph: 800-909-7112/408-653-1260
[e-mail]

Singapore

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

Europe

Teledyne LeCroy SA
4, Rue Moïse Marcinhes
Case postale 341
1217 Meyrin 1
Geneva, Switzerland
Ph: [phone] / 2323 / 2277
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
teledynelecroy.com/europe

Protocol Analyzers:

Ph: [phone]

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

China

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

Service:
Rm. 2002
Ph: ++86 10 8280 0245

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

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Certications

This section certifies the instrument’s Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC), Safety and Environmental compliance.

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 listed in the Official Journal of the European
Communities:

EN 61326-1:2013, EN 61326-2-1:2013 EMC requirements for electrical
equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.

Electromagnetic Emissions:
EN 55011:2010, Radiated and Conducted Emissions Group 1, Class A

EN 61000-3-2/A2:2009 Harmonic Current Emissions, Class A

EN 61000-3-3:2008 Voltage Fluctuations and Flickers, Pst = 1

Electromagnetic Immunity:
EN 61000-4-2:2009 Electrostatic Discharge, 4 kV contact, 8 kV air, 4 kV
vertical/horizontal coupling planes

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EN 61000-4-3/A2:2010 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/A1:2010 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 61000-4-6:2009 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

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1

4

2 3

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.

European Contact:
Teledyne LeCroy Europe GmbH
Waldhofer Str 104
D-69123 Heidelberg
Germany
Tel: [phone]

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):

EN 55011:2010 Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A,
in accordance with EN61326-1:2013 and EN61326-2-1:2013.

Australia / New Zealand Contacts:

Vicom Australia Ltd. Vicom New Zealand Ltd.

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1064 Centre Road 60 Grafton Road
Oakleigh, South Victoria 3167 Auckland
Australia 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:

Mains Supply Connector: CAT II, local distribution level, equipment

•

connected to the mains supply (AC power source).

Measuring Terminals: CAT O, signal level, equipment measuring

•

terminals connected to source circuits where measures are taken to
limit transient voltages to an appropriately low level.

Unit: Pollution Degree 2, operating environment where normally only

•

dry, non-conductive pollution occurs. Conductivity caused by temporary
condensation should be expected.

Unit: 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.

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 instrument and its accessories conform to the 2011/65/EU RoHS2
Directive, as it has been 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).

ISO Certification

Manufactured under an ISO 9000 Registered Quality Management System.
Visit teledynelecroy.com to view the certificate.

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Warranty

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

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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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Windows License Agreement

The WaveSurfer 10 Series Oscilloscope software runs on the Windows
operating system. Teledyne LeCroy’s agreement with Microsoft prohibits
users from running software that is not relevant to measuring, analyzing,
or documenting waveforms on WaveSurfer 10 Oscilloscopes.

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September, 2014

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