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For the PCSGU250 unit, a complete USB-powered lab-in-a-box!
Feature-packed PCLab2000LT software for two channel oscilloscope, spectrum
analyzer, recorder, function generator and Bode plotter. Integrated signal wave
editor and automated sequence generator, using file or external input.
TTTThe hardware is not necessary to evaluate the software in Demo mode
readouts: True RMS, dBV, dBm, p to p, Duty
cycle, Frequency…
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record length: 4K samples / channel
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sampling frequency: 250Hz to 25MHz
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sample history and digital grab function
Bode plotter
Bode plotter
Bode plotterBode plotter
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Automated sync between oscilloscope and generator
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Frequency range: 1kHz , 10kHz, 100kHz, 1MHz
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Frequency start: 10Hz, 100Hz, 1kHz, 10kHz
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* NOTE: it is NOT recommended to use an USB
* NOTE: it is NOT recommended to use an USB ---- HUB device, this can cause the software to stop working.
* NOTE: it is NOT recommended to use an USB * NOTE: it is NOT recommended to use an USB
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HUB device, this can cause the software to stop working.
HUB device, this can cause the software to stop working. HUB device, this can cause the software to stop working.
Install
Install the software
the software
InstallInstall
the software the software
How
How to install Pc
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to install Pc to install Pc
Minimum system requirements :
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Windows™2000/XP/Vista (*).
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VGA display card (1024x768 recommended)
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10MB free hard disk space.
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Mouse or pointing device.
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CD or CD/DVD Rom player.
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Free USB port (1.1 or 2.0)
Insert the CD into your drive.
If the “setup” does not start automatically,
browse the CD and run the SETUP
program.
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SETUP.EXE
SETUPSETUP
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.EXE .EXE
Select “Install
An install wizard will guide you trough the
complete installation procedure. Shortcuts to
the
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are automatically generated.
(*)
(*) Note
Note:::: You will need local Administrator privileges to successfully complete the
(*) (*)
NoteNote
installation, contact your system administrator for assistance.
See also the “ReadME” file in the installed folder.
* Microsoft Windows™ 2000/XP/VISTA (*) are registered trademarks
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Hardware connection
Hardware connection
Hardware connectionHardware connection
Hardware Set
Hardware Set----up
Hardware SetHardware Set
USB driver install:
USB driver install:
USB driver install:USB driver install:
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Connect your PCSGU250 unit to a free USB port
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Follow the on screen driver installation procedure.
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If Windows asks for Windows Update, select “not at this time”
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Install the driver from a specific location, then browse on the CD and select the
folder D:\PCSGU250Driver
D:\PCSGU250Driver. (press “next”)
D:\PCSGU250DriverD:\PCSGU250Driver
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If Windows indicate “has not passed Windows logo testing…” select “Continue
Anyway”.
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After finishing, you can check the driver installation in the Device Manager list.
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It is possible that the PC asks to “restart” for proper installation
Note:
Note: In case of malfunction, remove the USB driver in the control panel and
Note: Note:
install the D:\PCSGU250Driver\PCSGU250Driver_WinUSB after reconnecting the
device.
up
(Close all programs before continuing)
(Close all programs before continuing)
up up
(Close all programs before continuing)(Close all programs before continuing)
Starting
Starting the software :
the software :
StartingStarting
the software : the software :
Locate the
Click the icon to start the main program. “loading, please wait
pear. Then the power LED goes ON on the unit. (*)
The main program automatically launches the Oscilloscope and generator
screen, which is shown on the next pages. Should you receive an error (ex. If no
unit is detected), disconnect and reconnect the USB cable and try again or, if you
want to access the demo mode (no unit is needed) :
- Click the Options menu, and select ‘Hardware Setup’ > demo mode
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Note
Note:::: ---- At first time power
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At first time power----up, the oscilloscope will calibrate itself automatically.
At first time powerAt first time power
The actual screen
The The
up, the oscilloscope will calibrate itself automatically.
actual screenssss can differ from the one shown in this manual
actual screen actual screen
up, the oscilloscope will calibrate itself automatically.up, the oscilloscope will calibrate itself automatically.
can differ from the one shown in this manual.
can differ from the one shown in this manual can differ from the one shown in this manual
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The
The Function generator
Function generator
TheThe
Function generator Function generator
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The
The Function Generator Module :
Function Generator Module :
TheThe
Function Generator Module : Function Generator Module :
What
What ? :
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WhatWhat
forms are accessible at the
touch of a button. A library
with special functions is
provided, as well as a Wave
Editor, to create virtually any
kind of waveform.
How
How ? :
HowHow
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The
The ‘
TheThe
The ‘More Functions’-button gives access to special
purpose waveforms such as arbitrary waveforms,
frequency sweeps and DC. It also gives access to the
waveform library.
Note: The Probe test button (8888) makes the generator output a signal,
suitable for your scope probe calibration at X10 setting.
Most common wave-
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? :
? : ? :
Click on the desired waveform (1111).
Select the desired frequency range (2222).
Set the exact frequency by sliding (3333) or click the frequency readout (4444) and
enter a value.
Adjust the offset (5555)
Adjust the amplitude (6666)
(values can be entered by clicking the offset and amplitude readout)
(7777) shows a simulated preview of the output waveform
‘More
More Functions’
Functions’---- button
‘ ‘
MoreMore
Functions’ Functions’
button :
buttonbutton
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8888
2222
5555
1111
4444
7777
6666
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The
The Oscilloscope
Oscilloscope
TheThe
Oscilloscope Oscilloscope
The Oscilloscope
The Oscilloscope module
The OscilloscopeThe Oscilloscope
module :
modulemodule
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: :
What
What ? :
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WhatWhat
Oscilloscope module
offers a feature-packed, easy
to use digital storage
oscilloscope.
How ? :
HowHow
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The
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How
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Connect the circuit under test to the scope input (observe the max. input rating
of the scope!) or connect to the generator output.
Start measuring with “trigger off” (6666)
Press ‘RUN’ (7777)
Choose the desired channel and volts/div setting or press “Auto-set” (2222)
Choose the appropriate time/div setting (8888)
To
To enable triggering :
enable triggering :
ToTo
enable triggering : enable triggering :
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Select trigger channel (5555)
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Select trigger edge (4444)
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Set trigger to ‘ON’ (6666)
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Set trigger level by sliding (3333). The trigger mark is displayed on the
left hand side of the signal display (1111)
events and log slow changing
processes automatically, e.g.
battery charge cycles,
temperature changes,... or track
intermittent faults in electronic
circuits. Automatic data storage
allows over one year of
continuous recording !
How
How ? :
HowHow
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Press RUN again , to stop the measurement, or use the “Single” button to
For continuous recording with auto-save to your HD, select ‘AutoSave Data’
from the ‘File’-menu.
Notes
Notes::::
NotesNotes
During recording the screen can differ from the actual measurement.
Events happening between two sample acquisitions will be missed if a too
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Record occasional
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? :
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Connect the scope input to the circuit under test. (or the internal generator at
a low frequency)
Select the appropriate channel and volts/div (or volt range) setting (1111).
Select the appropriate time/division setting (3333).
Press RUN (2222) to start recording.
make a single screen measurement.
slow time/div is set
1111
2222
3333
The
The Bode plotter
Bode plotter
TheThe
Bode plotterBode plotter
The
The Bode plotter
Bode plotter module
TheThe
Bode plotterBode plotter
What
What ? :
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WhatWhat
scope and generator combination, an automated Bode
plot function is possible. This
results in a powerful tool for
amplifier or filter measurements.
How
How ? :
HowHow
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Due to the unique
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Enable the Circuit Analyser window (1111)
Connect the scope CH1 input to the output of the circuit or unit under test.
Connect the generator output to the input of the circuit or unit.
Adjust the generator output (2222) to a suitable level.
Adjust the setting of the Bode plot module like Volt range (3333) Volt scale, fre-
quency start and stop range (4444)...
Press ‘Start’ (5555) and observe the screen and measurement window (6666)
If the signal is out of the screen range, adjust the Voltage range or generator
output level.
module :
modulemodule
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Extra’s
Extra’s
Extra’sExtra’s
Some useful extra’s
Some useful extra’s ::::
Some useful extra’s Some useful extra’s
In “Tools” Open the Wave editor to generate your own waveform. In this example:
level 10: 5 times, level 50: 20 times ...
Open the waveform parameters window to
see extended waveform parameters
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(see also the help file)
(see also the help file)
(see also the help file)(see also the help file)
In “Tools” Open the Wave Sequence panel to create
automated wave forms coming from file or serial port
data scripts.
First “Stop” the scope. Click the history button to open
the history scroll panel. This function will record up to
1000 signals. Save and open the history file, then use
your mouse scroll function to easy scroll through the
signal history. Now start (RUN) the scope.
It is possible to add
some text and wave
form parameters on
the signal screen.
Right click on the
signal screen to
open a window and
add your text.
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