Tektronix Oscilloscope TPS2000 Series Manual
Tektronix Oscilloscope TPS2000 Series Manual
Tektronix Oscilloscope TPS2000 Series Manual
TPS2000 Series
ZZZ
Digital Storage Oscilloscope
User Manual
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071-1441-04
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TPS2000 Series
ZZZ
Digital Storage Oscilloscope
User Manual
www.tektronix.com
071-1441-04
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Acquiring Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Scaling and Positioning Waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Taking Measurements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Application Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Taking Simple Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Using Autorange to Examine a Series of Test Points. . . . . . . . . . . 50
Using an Isolated Channel to Analyze a Differential Communication
Signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Viewing a Math Instantaneous Power Waveform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Taking Cursor Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Analyzing Signal Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Capturing a Single-Shot Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Measuring Propagation Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Triggering on a Specific Pulse Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Triggering on a Video Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Viewing Impedance Changes in a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Math FFT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Setting Up the Time-Domain Waveform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Displaying the FFT Spectrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Selecting an FFT Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Magnifying and Positioning an FFT Spectrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Measuring an FFT Spectrum Using Cursors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Communications (RS-232 and Centronics) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Sending a Screen Image to an External Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Setting Up and Testing the RS-232 Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Command Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Removable Mass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Installing and Removing a CompactFlash (CF) Card . . . . . . . . . . 95
File Management Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Using the Save function of the PRINT Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Managing TPSBAT Battery Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Maintaining Battery Packs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
General Charging Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Checking the Charge and Calibration Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Charging TPSBAT Battery Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Replace Batteries Properly. Replace batteries only with the specified type
and rating.
Recharge Batteries Properly. Recharge batteries for the recommended
charge cycle only.
Use Proper AC Adapter. Use only the AC adapter specified for this
product.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions
for details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
EMC Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic
Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following
specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European
Communities:
European Contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
1 This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas
may cause electromagnetic interference.
2 Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this
equipment is connected to a test object.
3 To ensure compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface
cables should be used.
4 The increase in trace noise while subjected to the test field (3 V/m over the frequency
ranges of 80 MHz to 1 GHz and 1.4 GHz to 2.0 GHz, with 80% amplitude modulation at
1 kHz) and (1 V/m over the frequency range of 2.0 GHz to 2.7 GHz, with 80% amplitude
modulation at 1 kHz) is not to exceed two major divisions peak-to-peak. Ambient
conducted fields may induce triggering when the trigger threshold is offset less than
one major division from channel reference.
5 The increase in trace noise while subjected to the test field (3 V rms over the frequency
range of 150 kHz to 80 MHz, with 80% amplitude modulation at 1 kHz) is not to exceed
one major division peak-to-peak. Ambient conducted fields may induce triggering when
the trigger threshold is offset less than 0.5 major divisions from channel reference.
6 Performance Criterion C applied at the 70%/25 cycle Voltage-Dip and the 0%/250 cycle
Voltage-Interruption test levels (IEC 61000-4-11).
Safety Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – Low Voltage
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in
the Official Journal of the European Communities:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EN 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement control and laboratory use.
Canadian Certification
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1-92 - Safety Requirements for
Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory
Use.
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1B 97 - Amendment 2 to CAN/CSA
C22.2 No. 1010.1-92 - Safety Requirements for Electrical
Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use.
Additional Compliances
IEC 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement, control, and laboratory use.
Equipment Type
Test and measuring equipment.
Pollution Degree
Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor
use only.
Overvoltage Category
Overvoltage Category II (as defined in IEC 61010-1)
Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of
the product.
Transporting Batteries
The capacity of the lithium ion rechargeable battery pack in this product
is under 100 Wh. The lithium-equivalent content, as defined by the
UN Manual of Tests and Criteria Part III Section 38.3, is under 8 g per
pack and 1.5 g per individual cell.
Always check all applicable local, national, and international
regulations before transporting a Lithium-Ion battery.
Transporting an end-of-life, damaged, or recalled battery may, in
certain cases, be specifically limited or prohibited.
Preface
This manual contains operating information for the TPS2000 Series
Digital Storage Oscilloscopes. The manual consists of the following
chapters:
The Getting Started chapter briefly describes features of the
oscilloscope and provides installation instructions.
The Operating Basics chapter covers operating principles of the
oscilloscopes.
The Understanding Oscilloscope Functions chapter describes
basic operations and functions of an oscilloscope: setting up the
oscilloscope, triggering, acquiring data, scaling and positioning
waveforms, and taking measurements.
The Application Examples chapter provides examples on how to
solve a variety of measurement problems.
The Math FFT chapter describes how to use the Math Fast Fourier
Transform function to convert a time-domain signal into its
frequency components (spectrum).
The Communications chapter describes how to set up the RS-232
and Centronics ports to use the oscilloscope with external devices,
such as printers and computers.
The Removable Mass Storage chapter describes how to use a
CompactFlash card and oscilloscope functions available when a
card is in use.
The Managing TPSBAT Battery Packs chapter describes how to
use, charge, calibrate, and replace battery packs.
The Reference chapter describes the selections or available range of
values for each option.
The Appendix A: Specifications chapter includes electrical,
environmental, and physical specifications for the oscilloscope and
the P2220 probe.
The Appendix B: Accessories chapter briefly describes standard
and optional accessories.
Help System
The oscilloscope has a Help system with topics that cover all the
features of the oscilloscope. You can use the Help system to display
several kinds of information:
General information about understanding and using the
oscilloscope, such as Using the Menu System.
Information about specific menus and controls, such as the Vertical
Position Control.
Advice about problems you may face while using an oscilloscope,
such as Reducing Noise.
The Help system provides several ways to find the information you
need: context-sensitive help, hyperlinks, and an index.
Context-Sensitive Help
The oscilloscope displays information about the last menu displayed on
the screen when you push the HELP front-panel button. When viewing
help topics, an LED lights next to the multipurpose knob to indicate
that the knob is active. If the topic uses more than one page, turn the
multipurpose knob to move from page to page within the topic.
Hyperlinks
Most of the help topics contain phrases marked with angle brackets, such
as <Autoset>. These are links to other topics. Turn the multipurpose
knob to move the highlight from one link to another. Push the Show
Topic option button to display the topic corresponding to the highlighted
link. Push the Back option button to return to the previous topic.
Index
Push the front-panel HELP button, then push the Index option button.
Push the Page Up or Page Down option buttons until you find the index
page that contains the topic you want to view. Turn the multipurpose
knob to highlight a help topic. Push the Show Topic option button to
display the topic.
NOTE. Push the Exit option button or any menu button to remove the Help
text from the screen and return to displaying waveforms.
Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Front-panel buttons, knobs and connectors appear in all uppercase
letters. For example: HELP, PRINT.
Menu options appear with the first letter of each word in upper case.
For example: Peak Detect, Window Zone.
NOTE. You can select a language to display on the screen when you power
on the oscilloscope. At any time, you can also access the UTILITY ►
Language option to select a language.
General Features
The next table and list describe the general features.
Probe Connection
Understand the voltage ratings for the probes you are using and do
not exceed those ratings. The following voltage ratings are important
to know and understand:
The maximum measurement voltage from the probe tip and BNC
signal to the probe reference lead
The maximum measurement voltage from the probe tip and BNC
shell to earth ground
The maximum floating voltage from the probe reference lead to
earth ground
WARNING. Do not float the P2220 probe reference lead to > 30 VRMS. Use
the P5120 probe (floatable to 600 VRMS CAT II or 300 VRMS CAT III) or
similarly rated, passive, high voltage probe (not the ground referenced
P5100 probe), or an appropriately rated, high voltage, differential probe
when floating the reference lead above 30 VRMS, subject to the ratings of
such high voltage probe.
To avoid electric shock when using probes with exposed metal parts, do not
connect the reference lead to voltages above 30 VRMS.
These voltage ratings depend on the probe and your application. (See
page 151, Specifications.)
This manual contains more information on probe safety. (See page 12,
Probe Safety.)
BNC Connectors
The oscilloscope BNC reference connection is made on the inside of
the BNC connector. The black bayonet on the outside of the BNC
connectors does not provide electrical contact. For a good connection,
make sure your probe or cable connector is pushed on and twist locked.
Replace cables or probes that have worn connectors.
Installation
You can use the oscilloscope AC adapter to power the oscilloscope or to
charge battery packs when installed. To use the oscilloscope AC adapter
as the power source, follow these steps:
1. Insert the DC connector end of the adapter into the DC INPUT
connector on the back of the oscilloscope.
2. Connect the appropriate power cord between the oscilloscope AC
adapter and an electrical outlet.
Battery Packs
The oscilloscope can accommodate two TPSBAT battery packs. The
product includes one battery pack that is not installed when shipped.
The amount of time you can operate the oscilloscope with battery packs
depends on the oscilloscope model.
Power Cord
Use only power cords designed for the AC adapter for the oscilloscope
or external charger. The AC adapter for the oscilloscope and external
charger requires 90 to 264 VACRMS, 45 to 66 Hz. Optional power cords
are available. (See Table 12 on page 166.)
Versatile Hanger
Use the versatile hanger to securely suspend the oscilloscope when you
cannot place it on a stable surface, such as on a bench top.
To attach the hanger, follow these steps:
1. Position a hanger clip over one of the feet on the rear case so the
clip is flat against the case. Orient the slot at the top of the clip.
2. Push the clip up towards the top of the case to snap it in place.
NOTE. You can route the nylon strap through the handle on the oscilloscope
to provide a more stable center of gravity.
Security Lock
Use a standard laptop computer security cable to secure your
oscilloscope to your location.
Probes
TPS2000 series oscilloscopes ship with P2220 passive voltage probes.
(See page 12, Probe Safety.) (See page 151, Specifications.)
You can use many Tektronix voltage probes and current probes with
these oscilloscopes. Refer to Appendix B or the www.Tektronix.com
Web site for a list of compatible probes.
Functional Check
Perform this functional check to verify that your oscilloscope is
operating correctly.
ON/STANDBY DEFAULT
button SETUP button
PROBE COMP
2. Set the switch to 10X on the P2220 probe
and connect the probe to channel 1 on the
oscilloscope. To do this, align the slot in the
probe connector with the key on the CH 1
BNC, push to connect, and twist to the right
to lock the probe in place.
Connect the probe tip and reference lead to
the PROBE COMP terminals.
Probe Safety
Check and observe probe ratings before using probes.
A guard around the P2220 probe body provides a finger barrier for
protection from electric shock.
Finger guard
WARNING. To avoid electric shock when using the probe, keep fingers
behind the guard on the probe body.
To avoid electric shock while using the probe, do not touch metallic portions
of the probe head while it is connected to a voltage source.
Connect the probe to the oscilloscope, and connect the ground terminal
to ground before you take any measurements.
Any probe or cable used to apply more than 30 VACRMS (42 V peak) to
the oscilloscope BNC input connector must be third-party certified for
the voltage to be applied, including rating the probe reference lead or
cable shield to float to 600 VRMS CAT II.
This manual contains important information on isolated channels,
floating measurements, and high voltages. (See page 3, Taking Floating
Measurements.)
WARNING. Do not float the P2220 probe reference lead to > 30 VRMS. Use
the P5120 probe (floatable to 600 VRMS CAT II or 300 VRMS CAT III) or
similarly rated, passive, high voltage probe (not the ground referenced
P5100 probe), or an appropriately rated, high voltage, differential probe
when floating the reference lead above 30 VRMS, subject to the ratings of
such high voltage probe.
To avoid electric shock when using probes with exposed metal parts, do not
connect the reference lead to voltages above 30 VRMS.
NOTE. The Probe Check Wizard is useful for 1X, 10X, 20X, 50X, and 100X
probes. It is not useful for 500X or 1000X probes, or for probes connected
to the EXT TRIG BNC.
NOTE. When the process is complete, the Probe Check Wizard restores the
oscilloscope settings (other than the Probe option) to what they were before
you pushed the PROBE CHECK button.
To compensate a probe that you plan to use with the EXT TRIG input,
follow these steps:
1. Connect the probe to any input channel BNC, such as to CH 1.
2. Push the PROBE CHECK button and follow the directions on
the screen.
3. After you verify that the probe functions and is compensated
properly, connect the probe to the EXT TRIG BNC.
NOTE. Be sure to properly connect the voltage probe reference lead to the
PROBE COMP reference terminal because the oscilloscope channels are
isolated from the PROBE COMP terminals.
PROBE AUTOSET
COMP button
1. Push the CH 1 MENU ► Probe ►
Voltage ► Attenuation option and
select 10X. Set the switch to 10X on the
P2220 probe and connect the probe to
channel 1 on the oscilloscope. If you
use the probe hook-tip, ensure a proper
connection by firmly inserting the tip
onto the probe.
2. Attach the probe tip to the PROBE
COMP ~5V@1kHz terminal and the
reference lead to the PROBE COMP
chassis terminal. Display the channel,
and then push the AUTOSET button.
Undercompensated
Compensated correctly
4. If necessary, adjust your probe. The
P2220 probe is shown.
Repeat as necessary.
If you change the Attenuation switch on the P2220 probe, you also
need to change the oscilloscope Attenuation option to match. Switch
settings are 1X and 10X.
Attenuation switch
NOTE. When the Attenuation switch is set to 1X, the P2220 probe limits the
bandwidth of the oscilloscope to 6 MHz. To use the full bandwidth of the
oscilloscope, be sure to set the switch to 10X.
Self Calibration
The self calibration routine lets you optimize the oscilloscope signal path
for maximum measurement accuracy. You can run the routine at any
time but you should always run the routine if the ambient temperature
changes by 5 °C (9 °F) or more. The routine takes about two minutes.
For accurate calibration, power on the oscilloscope and wait twenty
minutes to ensure it is warmed up.
To compensate the signal path, disconnect any probes or cables from the
input connectors. Then, access the UTILITY ► Do Self Cal option,
and follow the directions on the screen.
2-channel model
4-channel model
The front panel buttons can be illuminated (through the Utilities menu).
This illumination does not significantly affect the duration of the charge
of the battery packs when you operate the oscilloscope from battery
packs only.
Display Area
In addition to displaying waveforms, the display is filled with many
details about the waveform and the oscilloscope control settings.
NOTE. Refer to Displaying the FFT Spectrum for details on displaying the
FFT function, (See page 77, Displaying the FFT Spectrum.)
Average mode
Message Area
The oscilloscope displays a message area (item number 15 in the
previous figure) at the bottom of the screen that conveys the following
types of helpful information:
Directions to access another menu, such as when you push the
TRIG MENU button:
For TRIGGER HOLDOFF, go to HORIZONTAL MENU
Vertical Controls
All models
MATH MENU. Displays waveform math operations menu and toggles the
display of the math waveform on and off.
Horizontal Controls
SEC/DIV. Selects the horizontal time/div (scale factor) for the main or
the window time base. When Window Zone is enabled, it changes the
width of the window zone by changing the window time base. (See
page 127, Window Zone.)
Trigger Controls
4-channel model
2-channel model
LEVEL. When you use an Edge or Pulse trigger, the TRIGGER LEVEL
knob sets the amplitude level that the signal must cross to acquire a
waveform.
SET TO 50%. The trigger level is set to the vertical midpoint between
the peaks of the trigger signal.
Active menu or
option Knob function Description
Cursor Cursor 1 or Positions the selected cursor
Cursor 2
Display Contrast Changes the contrast of the
display
Brightness Changes the brightness of the
display
Help Scroll Selects entries in the Index;
selects links in a topic; displays
the next or previous page for a
topic
Horizontal Set Trigger Sets the amount of time before
Holdoff another trigger event can be
accepted; (See page 144,
Trigger Holdoff.)
Active menu or
option Knob function Description
Math Position Positions the Math waveform
Vertical Scale Changes the scale of the Math
waveform
Measure Type Selects the type of automatic
measurement for each source
Save/Recall Action Sets the transaction as save or
recall for setup files, waveform
files, or screen images. Use
also to display or remove Ref
waveforms from the display.
File selection Selects setup, waveform or
image files to save, or selects
setup or waveform files to recall
Trigger Video line Sets the oscilloscope to a
number specific line number when the
Trigger Type option is set to
Video and the Sync option is
set to Line Number
Pulse width Sets the width of the pulse
when the Trigger Type option is
set to Pulse
Utility ► File File selection Selects files to rename or
Utilities delete; (See page 146, File
Utilities.)
Name entry Renames the file or folder;
(See page 147, Rename File or
Folder.)
Utility ► Options Value entry Sets the value for the date and
► Set Date and time; (See page 146, Setting
Time the Date and Time.)
Input Connectors
2-channel model
4-channel model
EXT TRIG. Input connector for an external trigger source. Use the
Trigger Menu to select the Ext, or Ext/5 trigger source. Push and hold
the TRIG VIEW button to see how the trigger settings affect the trigger
signal, such as trigger coupling.
Using Autoset
Each time you push the AUTOSET button, the Autoset function obtains
a stable waveform display for you. It automatically adjusts the vertical
scale, horizontal scale and trigger settings. Autoset also displays several
automatic measurements in the graticule area, depending on the signal
type.
Using Autorange
Autorange is a continuous function that you can enable or disable. The
function adjusts setup values to track a signal when the signal exhibits
large changes or when you physically move the probe to a different
point.
Saving a Setup
The oscilloscope saves the current setup if you wait five seconds after
the last change before you power off the oscilloscope. The oscilloscope
recalls this setup the next time you apply power.
You can use the SAVE/RECALL Menu to save up to ten different setups.
You can also save setups to the CompactFlash card. The oscilloscope
accommodates a Type 1 CompactFlash card for removable mass
storage. (See page 95, Removable Mass Storage.)
Recalling a Setup
The oscilloscope can recall the last setup before the oscilloscope was
powered off, any saved setups, or the default setup. (See page 131,
Save/Recall.)
Default Setup
The oscilloscope is set up for normal operation when it is shipped from
the factory. Push the DEFAULT SETUP button to recall most of the
factory option and control settings, but not all. Appendix D lists the
default settings that will be recalled.
Triggering
The trigger determines when the oscilloscope starts to acquire data
and to display a waveform. When a trigger is set up properly, the
oscilloscope converts unstable displays or blank screens into meaningful
waveforms.
NOTE. For Edge and Pulse triggers, the oscilloscope counts the rate at
which trigger events occur to determine trigger frequency. The oscilloscope
displays the frequency in the lower right corner of the screen.
Source
You can use the Trigger Source options to select the signal that the
oscilloscope uses as a trigger. The source can be any signal connected
to a channel BNC, or to the EXT TRIG BNC.
Types
The oscilloscope provides three types of triggers: Edge, Video, and
Pulse Width.
Modes
You can select the Auto or the Normal trigger mode to define how the
oscilloscope acquires data when it does not detect a trigger condition.
(See page 138, Mode Options.)
To perform a single sequence acquisition, push the SINGLE SEQ button.
Coupling
You can use the Trigger Coupling option to determine which part of the
signal will pass to the trigger circuit. This can help you attain a stable
display of the waveform.
To use trigger coupling, push the TRIG MENU button, select an Edge
or Pulse trigger, and select a Coupling option.
NOTE. Trigger coupling affects only the signal passed to the trigger system.
It does not affect the bandwidth or coupling of the signal displayed on the
screen.
To view the conditioned signal being passed to the trigger circuit, push
and hold down the TRIG VIEW button.
Position
The horizontal position control establishes the time between the
trigger and the screen center. Refer to Horizontal Scale and Position;
Pretrigger Information for information on how to use this control to
position the trigger. (See page 36, Horizontal Scale and Position;
Pretrigger Information.)
Acquiring Signals
When you acquire a signal, the oscilloscope converts it into a digital
form and displays a waveform. The acquisition mode defines how the
signal is digitized, and the time base setting affects the time span and
level of detail in the acquisition.
Acquisition Modes
There are three acquisition modes: Sample, Peak Detect, and Average.
Peak Detect. In this acquisition mode, the oscilloscope finds the highest
and lowest values of the input signal over each sample interval and uses
these values to display the waveform. In this way, the oscilloscope can
acquire and display narrow pulses, which may have otherwise been
missed in Sample mode. Noise will appear to be higher in this mode.
Time Base
The oscilloscope digitizes waveforms by acquiring the value of an input
signal at discrete points. The time base allows you to control how often
the values are digitized.
To adjust the time base to a horizontal scale that suits your purpose, use
the SEC/DIV knob.
For example, if you want to find the cause of a glitch in your test circuit,
you might trigger on the glitch and make the pretrigger period large
enough to capture data before the glitch. You can then analyze the
pretrigger data and perhaps find the cause of the glitch.
You change the horizontal scale of all the waveforms by turning the
SEC/DIV knob. For example, you might want to see just one cycle of a
waveform to measure the overshoot on its rising edge.
The oscilloscope shows the horizontal scale as time per division in the
scale readout. Since all active waveforms use the same time base, the
oscilloscope only displays one value for all the active channels, except
when you use Window Zone. Refer to Window Zone for information on
how to use the window function. (See page 127, Window Zone.)
For oscilloscope-specific descriptions, refer to the Operating Basics
chapter. (See page 24, POSITION.) Refer also to the Reference chapter.
(See page 125, Horizontal.)
Sample points
2 GS/s. In both cases, these maximum sample rates are at least ten times
the bandwidth. These high sample rates help reduce the possibility of
aliasing.
There are several ways to check for aliasing:
Turn the SEC/DIV knob to change the horizontal scale. If the shape
of the waveform changes drastically, you may have aliasing.
Select the Peak Detect acquisition mode. (See page 35, Peak
Detect.) This mode samples the highest and lowest values so
that the oscilloscope can detect faster signals. If the shape of the
waveform changes drastically, you may have aliasing.
If the trigger frequency is faster than the display information, you
may have aliasing or a waveform that crosses the trigger level
multiple times. Examining the waveform allows you to identify
whether the shape of the signal is going to allow a single trigger
crossing per cycle at the selected trigger level.
If multiple triggers are likely to occur, select a trigger level that will
generate only a single trigger per cycle. If the trigger frequency is
still faster than the display indicates, you may have aliasing.
If the trigger frequency is slower, this test is not useful.
If the signal you are viewing is also the trigger source, use the
graticule or the cursors to estimate the frequency of the displayed
waveform. Compare this to the Trigger Frequency readout in the
lower right corner of the screen. If they differ by a large amount,
you may have aliasing.
The next table lists the time base settings that you can use to avoid
aliasing at various frequencies and the respective sample rate. At
the fastest SEC/DIV setting, aliasing is not likely to occur due to the
bandwidth limitations of the oscilloscope input amplifiers.
Taking Measurements
The oscilloscope displays graphs of voltage versus time and can help
you to measure the displayed waveform.
There are several ways to take measurements. You can use the graticule,
the cursors, or an automated measurement.
Graticule
This method allows you to make a quick, visual estimate. For example,
you might look at a waveform amplitude and determine that it is a little
more than 100 mV.
You can take simple measurements by counting the major and minor
graticule divisions involved and multiplying by the scale factor.
For example, if you counted five major vertical graticule divisions
between the minimum and maximum values of a waveform and knew
you had a scale factor of 100 mV/division, then you could calculate
your peak-to-peak voltage as follows:
5 divisions x 100 mV/division = 500 mV
Cursor
Cursors
This method allows you to take measurements by moving the cursors,
which always appear in pairs, and reading their numeric values from the
display readouts. There are two types of cursors: Amplitude and Time.
When you use cursors, be sure to set the Source to the waveform on the
display that you want to measure.
Time Cursors. Time cursors appear as vertical lines on the display and
measure both horizontal and vertical parameters. Times are referenced
to the trigger point. For the Math FFT function, these cursors measure
frequency.
Time cursors also include a readout of the waveform amplitude at the
point the waveform crosses the cursor.
Automatic
The MEASURE Menu can take up to five automatic measurements.
When you take automatic measurements, the oscilloscope does all
the calculating for you. Because the measurements use the waveform
record points, they are more accurate than the graticule or cursor
measurements.
Automatic measurements use readouts to show measurement results.
These readouts are updated periodically as the oscilloscope acquires
new data.
For measurement descriptions, refer to the Reference chapter. (See
page 129, Taking Measurements.)
Using Autoset
To quickly display a signal, follow these steps:
1. Push the CH 1 MENU button.
2. Push Probe ► Voltage ►Attenuation ► 10X.
3. Set the switch to 10X on the P2220 probe.
4. Connect the channel 1 probe tip to the signal. Connect the reference
lead to the circuit reference point.
5. Push the AUTOSET button.
The oscilloscope sets the vertical, horizontal, and trigger controls
automatically. If you want to optimize the display of the waveform, you
can manually adjust these controls.
NOTE. If a question mark (?) appears in the Value readout, the signal
is outside the measurement range. Adjust the VOLTS/DIV knob of the
appropriate channel to decrease the sensitivity or change the SEC/DIV
setting.
CH1
Freq
1.000kHz
CH1
Period
1.000ms
CH1
Pk-Pk
5.04V
CH1
Rise Time
2.611µs?
CH1
Pos Width
500.0µs
CH1
Pk-Pk
2.04V
CH2
Pk-Pk
206mV
CH1
None
CH1
None
CH1
None
NOTE. When Autorange is active, each time you move the probe to another
test point, the oscilloscope readjusts the horizontal scale, the vertical scale,
and the trigger level, to give you a useful display.
WARNING. Do not float the P2220 probe reference lead to > 30 VRMS. Use
the P5120 probe (floatable to 600 VRMS CAT II or 300 VRMS CAT III) or
similarly rated, passive, high voltage probe (not the ground referenced
P5100 probe), or an appropriately rated, high voltage, differential probe
when floating the reference lead above 30 VRMS, subject to the ratings of
such high voltage probe.
To avoid electric shock when using probes with exposed metal parts, do not
connect the reference lead to voltages above 30 VRMS.
NOTE. Be sure to understand the rating of the voltage or current probes you
are using. Do not exceed the probe rating. (See page 4, Probe Connection.)
WARNING. Do not float the P2220 probe reference lead to > 30 VRMS. Use
the P5120 probe (floatable to 600 VRMS CAT II or 300 VRMS CAT III) or
similarly rated, passive, high voltage probe (not the ground referenced
P5100 probe), or an appropriately rated, high voltage, differential probe
when floating the reference lead above 30 VRMS, subject to the ratings of
such high voltage probe.
To avoid electric shock when using probes with exposed metal parts, do not
connect the reference lead to voltages above 30 VRMS.
NOTE. The vertical units of the instantaneous power waveform are VA.
Type
Time
Source
CH1
Δt 540.0ns
1/Δt 1.852MHz
ΔV 0.44V
Cursor1
180ns
1.40V
Cursor2
720ns
0.96V
Source
CH1
ΔV 640mV
Cursor 1
1.46V
Cursor 2
820mV
Type
Time
Source
CH1
Δt 500.0µs
1/Δt 2.000kHz
ΔV 1.38V
Cursor 1
0.00s
0.98V
Cursor 2
500µs
-1.00V
NOTE. The Positive Width measurement also displays when you select the
Single-Cycle Square option in the AUTOSET Menu. (See page 119, Square
Wave or Pulse.)
5 divisions
Type
Time
Source
CH1
Δt 140.0ns
1/Δt 7.143MHz
ΔV 2.08V
Cursor 1
-80.0ns
-1.02V
Cursor 2
60.0ns
1.06V
NOTE. The Rise Time measurement also displays when you select the Rising
Edge option in the AUTOSET Menu. (See page 119, Square Wave or Pulse.)
Type
Time
Source
CH1
Δt 20.00ns
1/Δt 50.00MHz
ΔV 0.28V
Cursor 1
50.0ns
-0.20V
Cursor 2
70.0ns
0.08V
NOTE. The trigger frequency readout shows the frequency of events that
the oscilloscope might consider to be a trigger, and may be less than the
frequency of the input signal in Pulse Width trigger mode.
The oscilloscope sets the Standard option when you use the Autoset
function.
2. Push the Odd Field or Even Field option buttons from the
AUTOSET Menu to sync on odd or even fields only.
Automatic. You can also look at the video lines in the field. To trigger
on the video lines, follow these steps:
1. Push the AUTOSET button.
2. Push the top option button to select Line to sync on all lines. (The
AUTOSET Menu includes All Lines and Line Number options.)
NOTE. For viewing the harmonics of power systems, the harmonics feature
available with the optional TPS2PWR1 Power Analysis application is
optimized for power measurements.
Nyquist Frequency
The highest frequency that any real-time digitizing oscilloscope can
measure without errors is one-half the sample rate. This frequency is
called the Nyquist frequency. Frequency information above the Nyquist
frequency is undersampled, which causes FFT aliasing. (See page 81,
FFT Aliasing.)
The math function transforms the center 2048 points of the time-domain
waveform into an FFT spectrum. The resulting FFT spectrum contains
1024 points that go from DC (0 Hz) to the Nyquist frequency.
Normally, the display compresses the FFT spectrum horizontally into
250 points, but you can use the FFT Zoom function to expand the FFT
spectrum to more clearly see the frequency components at each of the
1024 data points in the FFT spectrum.
NOTE. The oscilloscope vertical response rolls off slowly above its
bandwidth (100 MHz or 200 MHz, depending on the model, or 20 MHz when
the Bandwidth Limit option is set to ON). Therefore, the FFT spectrum can
show valid frequency information higher than the oscilloscope bandwidth.
However, the magnitude information near or above the bandwidth will
not be accurate.
Fundamental
frequency
component
Frequency
component
The Math FFT function includes three FFT Window options. There is
a trade-off between frequency resolution and amplitude accuracy with
each type of window. What you want to measure and your source signal
characteristics will help you to determine which window to use.
FFT Aliasing
Problems occur when the oscilloscope acquires a time-domain
waveform containing frequency components that are greater than the
Nyquist frequency. (See page 77, Nyquist Frequency.) The frequency
components that are above the Nyquist frequency are undersampled,
appearing as lower frequency components that "fold back" around the
Nyquist frequency. These incorrect components are called aliases.
Eliminating Aliases
To eliminate aliases, try the following remedies:
Turn the SEC/DIV knob to set the sample rate to a faster setting.
Since you increase the Nyquist frequency as you increase the
sample rate, the aliased frequency components appear at their
proper frequency. If too many frequency components are shown
on the screen, you can use the FFT Zoom option to magnify the
FFT spectrum.
If you do not need to view frequency components above 20 MHz,
set the Bandwidth Limit option to On.
Put an external filter on the source signal to bandwidth limit
the source waveform to frequencies below that of the Nyquist
frequency.
Recognize and ignore the aliased frequencies.
Use zoom controls and the cursors to magnify and measure the
FFT spectrum.
You can also take a frequency measurement without using the cursors.
To do so, turn the Horizontal Position knob to position a frequency
component on the center graticule line and read the frequency at the top
right of the display.
WARNING. Do not float the P2220 probe reference lead to > 30 VRMS. Use
the P5120 probe (floatable to 600 VRMS CAT II or 300 VRMS CAT III) or
similarly rated, passive, high voltage probe (not the ground referenced
P5100 probe), or an appropriately rated, high voltage, differential probe
when floating the reference lead above 30 VRMS, subject to the ratings of
such high voltage probe.
To avoid electric shock when using probes with exposed metal parts, do not
connect the reference lead to voltages above 30 VRMS.
Printer Setup
To set up a printer, follow these steps:
1. Power on the oscilloscope.
2. Push UTILITY ► Options ► Printer Setup.
3. Push the option buttons to change the settings to match those of
your printer. The next table lists the settings you can change.
NOTE. The oscilloscope stores these settings until you change them, even if
you push the DEFAULT SETUP button.
If you use the RS-232 port, you also need to set up the parameters for the
port appropriately for your printer.
NOTE. You can use the oscilloscope while the printer prints.
RS-232 Settings
To set up the oscilloscope RS-232 interface, follow these steps:
1. Push the UTILITY button to see the Utility Menu.
2. Push Options ► RS232 Setup.
3. Push the option buttons to match the settings of your external
device. The next table lists the settings you can change.
NOTE. The oscilloscope stores these settings until you change them, even if
you push the DEFAULT SETUP button.
NOTE. When you set the Parity option to None, the oscilloscope uses 8 data
bits and 1 stop bit. When you set the Parity option to Even or to Odd, the
oscilloscope uses 7 data bits and 1 stop bit.
You can use the OpenChoice Desktop software included with the
oscilloscope to begin transferring information from the oscilloscope
to your PC. If the software does not work, then try testing the
RS-232 interface.
Function Setting
Baud rate 9600
Data flow control Hardflagging
Parity None
NOTE. This manual contains brief information about command entry. (See
page 94, Command Entry.)
For complete command information, refer to the TDS200, TDS1000/2000,
TDS1000B/2000B, and TPS2000 Series Digital Oscilloscopes Programmer
Manual.
RS-232 Troubleshooting
If the oscilloscope and the external device (computer or printer) have
trouble communicating, follow these steps:
1. Check that you are using the correct RS-232 cable. Determine
whether your external device requires a null-modem or a
straight-through connection. (See page 89, Selecting an RS-232
Cable.)
2. Check that the RS-232 cable is firmly connected to both the
oscilloscope and the correct port on the external device.
3. Check that the printer or the program on the personal computer is
using the same port to which you connected the RS-232 cable. Try
your program or printer again.
4. Check that the oscilloscope RS-232 settings match the settings used
by the external device:
a. Determine the RS-232 settings for the external device.
b. Push the UTILITY button to see the Utility Menu.
c. Push ► Options ► RS232 Setup.
d. Set the oscilloscope to match the settings of the external device.
e. Try the free Open Choice Desktop software again.
f. Try your terminal-emulator program or printer again.
5. Try setting both the oscilloscope and the external device to a slower
baud rate.
6. If you receive only part of the printer file, try these remedies:
a. Lengthen the timeout for the external device.
b. Make sure the printer is set to receive a binary file, not a text
file.
Command Entry
When you enter oscilloscope commands over the RS-232 bus, follow
these general rules:
You can enter commands in upper or lower case.
You can abbreviate many oscilloscope commands. These
abbreviations are shown in uppercase letters. For example,
the command ACQuire:NUMAVg can be entered simply as
ACQ:NUMAV or acq:numav.
You can precede any command with white space characters. White
space characters include any combination of the ASCII control
characters 00 through 09 and 0B through 20 hexadecimal (0
through 9 and 11 through 32 decimal).
The oscilloscope ignores commands that consist of just a
combination of white space characters and line feeds.
Refer to the TDS200, TDS1000/2000, TDS1000B/2000B, and TPS2000
Series Digital Oscilloscopes Programmer Manual (071-1075-XX) for
more information.
Formatting a CF Card
The Format function deletes all data on the CF card. To format a CF
card, follow these steps:
1. Insert a CF card into the CF card slot.
2. Push the UTILITY button to see the Utility Menu.
3. Push File Utilities ► More ► Format.
4. Select Yes to format the CF card.
CF Card Capacities
The oscilloscope can store the following types and number of files per
1 MB of CF card memory:
5 Save All operations. (See page 131, Save All.)
16 screen image files (capacity depends on the image format). (See
page 132, Save Image.)
250 oscilloscope setting (.SET) files. (See page 133, Save Setup.)
18 waveform (.CSV) files. (See page 134, Save Waveform.)
NOTE. An LED by the PRINT button lights to indicate the alternative SAVE
function that writes data to the CF card.
Charging Temperature
Charge the battery packs within an ambient temperature range of 0 °C
to +40 °C (+32 °F to +104 °F). Charging battery packs outside of this
range can damage cells or cause them to leak. Charging efficiency is
best between 0 °C and +30 °C (+32 °F and +86 °F) with less than 80%
relative humidity.
Discharging Temperature
The battery packs are rated to discharge between -10 °C and +50 °C
(-14 °F and +122 °F) with less than 80% relative humidity. Discharging
outside of this range can cause damage. Battery discharge capacity
drops significantly at temperatures below 0 °C (+32 °F) and above
+40 °C (+104 °F).
Cold temperatures adversely affect the normal electrochemical reactions
within a battery pack, reducing the available capacity. Although Li-Ion
battery packs can discharge down to -10 °C (-14 °F) without damage,
the available capacity is significantly reduced below 0 °C (+32 °F).
You can minimize this loss by keeping the battery packs above 0 °C
(+32 °F) prior to and during use.
Internal Charge
The oscilloscope has a built-in charge system that can charge internal
battery packs while the AC adapter is connected. A fully discharged
battery pack requires approximately 4.5 hours to fully charge if the
oscilloscope is powered down. If the oscilloscope is operating, a battery
pack can take up to 7 hours to fully charge.
If the oscilloscope has two battery packs installed, it will charge the
battery pack with the highest available capacity first, until fully charged.
It will then charge the second battery pack.
Likewise, if the oscilloscope has two battery packs installed, it will
operate from the battery pack with the lowest available capacity until
it reaches full discharge. The oscilloscope will then operate from the
second battery pack until it reaches full discharge.
To charge a battery pack in the oscilloscope, follow these steps:
1. Place the battery pack in the battery compartment. (See page 6,
Battery Packs.)
2. Apply external power from the oscilloscope AC adapter. The green,
BATTERY CHARGING indicator on the front panel lights and the
battery pack begins to charge immediately.
External Charge
You can use the optional TPSCHG battery charger to externally charge
battery packs. Appendix B includes information on optional accessories.
(See Table 12 on page 166.)
To use the external charger, follow these steps:
1. Place up to two battery packs in the charger slots. Battery packs are
keyed, so you can insert them only one way.
2. The battery packs begin to charge immediately.
LEDs indicate which battery pack is being charged, the status of the
charge, and when the charge is complete.
External Calibration
You can use the optional TPSCHG battery charger to calibrate battery
packs. Appendix B includes information on optional accessories. (See
Table 12 on page 166.) For complete information, refer to the manual
for the battery charger.
To calibrate battery packs, follow these steps:
1. Place the battery pack in the left-hand slot of the charger.
2. Push the blue and red symbol between the Push to Recalibrate
Battery in Left Bay label and the Energy Access Incorporated
label.
3. After at least 3 minutes, check the LED status of the charger for
errors.
The charger will charge, discharge, and then fully recharge the battery
pack returning it to a fully calibrated state. The calibration process can
Internal Calibration
If you do not have a TPSCHG battery charger, you can still calibrate a
battery pack inside the oscilloscope. To do so, follow these steps:
1. Power down the oscilloscope to allow a faster charge rate.
2. Apply external power from the oscilloscope AC adapter for
approximately 5 hours per battery pack.
3. Remove the oscilloscope AC adapter.
4. Push the front panel power switch to power on the oscilloscope.
5. Operate the oscilloscope until it powers off, indicating the battery
pack is fully discharged (approximately 5.5 hours for 2-channel
models and 4.5 hours for 4-channel models for each battery pack).
6. Again, apply external power from the oscilloscope AC adapter for
approximately 5 hours for each battery pack. During this time, do
not power on the oscilloscope.
If the battery pack is not fully charged and calibrated, attempt to
calibrate the battery pack again. If the second attempt fails, replace
the battery pack.
Transportation Information
The Environmental Considerations section contains information on
Transporting Batteries. (See page xii, Transporting Batteries.)
NOTE. Replace the Li-Ion battery packs only with TPSBAT battery packs.
The Environmental Considerations section contains information on how to
properly dispose of a Li-Ion battery pack. (See page xi, Environmental
Considerations.)
Acquire
Push the ACQUIRE button to set acquisition parameters.
Key Points
If you probe a noisy square wave signal that contains intermittent,
narrow glitches, the waveform displayed will vary depending on the
acquisition mode you choose.
• Sample points
Sample mode acquires a single sample point in each interval.
NOTE. If you set the SEC/DIV setting to 2.5 μs/div or faster, the acquisition
mode changes to Sample because the sample rate is fast enough that Peak
Detect is not necessary. The oscilloscope does not display a message to tell
you that the mode was changed to Sample.
RUN/STOP Button. Push the RUN/STOP button when you want the
oscilloscope to continuously acquire waveforms. Push the button again
to stop the acquisition.
SINGLE SEQ Button. Push the SINGLE SEQ button when you want the
oscilloscope to acquire a single waveform and then stop. Each time
you push the SINGLE SEQ button, the oscilloscope begins to acquire
another waveform. After the oscilloscope detects a trigger it completes
the acquisition and stops.
Scan Mode Display. You can use the Horizontal Scan acquisition mode
(also called Roll mode) to continuously monitor signals that change
slowly. The oscilloscope displays waveform updates from the left to
the right of the screen and erases old points as it displays new points.
A moving, one-division-wide blank section of the screen separates the
new waveform points from the old.
The oscilloscope changes to the Scan acquisition mode when you turn
the SEC/DIV knob to 100 ms/div or slower, and select the Auto Mode
option in the TRIGGER Menu.
To disable Scan mode, push the TRIG MENU button and set the Mode
option to Normal.
Application
You can use the APPLICATION button when an Application Key is
inserted in the front of the oscilloscope, such as for power analysis. For
more information, refer to the user manual for the application.
Autorange
When you push the AUTORANGE button, the oscilloscope activates or
deactivates the Autorange function. An LED light turns on adjacent to
the AUTORANGE button that indicates when the function is active.
This function automatically adjusts setup values to track a signal. If the
signal changes, the setup continues to track the signal. When you power
on the oscilloscope, autoranging is always inactive.
Options Comment
Autoranging Activates or deactivates the Autorange function;
when activated the adjacent LED light turns on
Vertical and Tracks and adjusts both axes
Horizontal
Vertical Only Tracks and adjusts the Vertical scale; does not
change the horizontal settings
Horizontal Only Tracks and adjusts the Horizontal scale; does not
change the vertical settings
Function Setting
Acquire mode Sample
Display format YT
Display persist Off
Horizontal position Adjusted
Horizontal view Main
RUN/STOP RUN
SEC/DIV Adjusted
Trigger coupling DC
Trigger holdoff Minimum
Trigger level Adjusted
Trigger mode Edge
Vertical bandwidth Full
Vertical BW limit Off
Vertical coupling DC
Vertical invert Off
VOLTS/DIV Adjusted
Autoset
When you push the AUTOSET button, the oscilloscope identifies the
type of waveform and adjusts controls to produce a usable display of
the input signal.
Function Setting
Acquire mode Adjusted to Sample or Peak Detect
Cursors Off
Display format Set to YT
Display type Set to Dots for a video signal, set to Vectors for
an FFT spectrum; otherwise, unchanged
Horizontal position Adjusted
SEC/DIV Adjusted
Trigger coupling Adjusted to DC, Noise Reject, or HF Reject
Trigger holdoff Minimum
Trigger level Set to 50%
Trigger mode Auto
Trigger source Adjusted; refer to the information after this table;
cannot use Autoset on the EXT TRIG signal
Trigger slope Adjusted
Trigger type Edge or Video
Trigger Video Polarity Normal
Trigger Video Sync Adjusted
Trigger Video Standard Adjusted
Vertical bandwidth Full
Vertical coupling DC (if Ground was previously selected); AC for a
video signal; otherwise, unchanged
VOLTS/DIV Adjusted
The Autoset function examines all channels for signals and displays
corresponding waveforms. Autoset also determines the trigger source
based on the following conditions:
If multiple channels have signals, the oscilloscope displays the
channel with the lowest frequency signal.
If no signals are found, then the oscilloscope displays the
lowest-numbered channel when Autoset was invoked.
If no signals are found and no channels are displayed, then the
oscilloscope displays and uses channel 1.
When you use Autoset and the oscilloscope cannot determine the signal
type, the oscilloscope adjusts the horizontal and the vertical scales, then
takes the Mean and Pk-to-Pk automatic measurements.
The Autoset function is usually more useful than Autorange in the
following situations:
Troubleshooting one stable signal
Automatically seeing measurements of your signal
Easily changing how the signal is presented. For example, viewing
only one cycle of the waveform, or the rising edge of the waveform
Viewing video signals or FFT signals
Sine Wave
When you use the Autoset function and the oscilloscope determines
that the signal is similar to a sine wave, the oscilloscope displays the
following options:
Video Signal
When you use the Autoset function and the oscilloscope determines
that the signal is a video signal, the oscilloscope displays the following
options:
Video signal options Details
Displays several fields and the oscilloscope
triggers on any field
Fields ►All Fields
Displays one complete line with parts of the
previous and next line; the oscilloscope triggers
Lines ►All Lines on any line
Displays one complete line with parts of the
previous and next line; use the multipurpose
Lines ►Number knob to select a specific line number for the
oscilloscope to use as a trigger
NOTE. Video autoset sets the Display Type option to Dots mode.
Cursor
Push the CURSOR button to display the measurement cursors and
Cursor Menu, and then use the multipurpose knob to change the position
of a cursor.
NOTE. The oscilloscope must display a waveform for the cursors and
cursor readouts to appear.
NOTE. The oscilloscope displays the time and amplitude values for each
waveform when you use Time cursors.
Key Points
Default Setup
Push the DEFAULT SETUP button to recall most of the factory option
and control settings, but not all. Appendix D lists the default settings
that will be recalled.
Display
Push the DISPLAY button to choose how waveforms are presented and
to change the appearance of the entire display.
Key Points
Option Comments
Off Removes default or old waveforms whenever new
waveforms display
Option Comments
Time limit Displays new waveforms at normal intensity and old
waveforms at a lower intensity; erases old waveforms
when they reach the time limit
Infinite Older waveforms become less bright but always
remain visible; use Infinite persistence to look
for infrequent events and to measure long term
peak-to-peak noise
Help
Push the HELP button to display the Help menu. The topics cover all
the menu options and controls of the oscilloscope. (See page xiv, Help
System.)
Horizontal
You can use the horizontal controls to set up two views of a waveform,
each with their own horizontal scale and position. The horizontal
position readout shows the time represented by the center of the screen,
using the time of the trigger as zero. When you change the horizontal
scale, the waveform will expand or contract around the screen center.
Options Comments
Main The main horizontal time base setting is used to
display the waveform
Window Zone Two cursors define a window zone
Adjust the Window Zone with the Horizontal Position
and SEC/DIV controls
Options Comments
Window Changes the display to show the waveform segment
(expanded to screen width) within the window zone
Set Trigger Holdoff Displays the holdoff value; push the option button
and use the multipurpose knob to adjust
NOTE. You can push the horizontal option buttons to switch between an
entire waveform display and a zoomed part of it.
A readout near the top right of the screen displays the current horizontal
position in seconds. An M indicates the Main time base and a W
indicates the Window time base. The oscilloscope also indicates
horizontal position with an arrow icon at the top of the graticule.
SEC/DIV Knob (Horizontal Scale). Use to change the horizontal time scale
to magnify or compress the waveform.
Key Points
Scan Mode Display (Roll Mode). When the SEC/DIV control is set
to 100 ms/div or slower and the trigger mode is set to Auto, the
oscilloscope enters the Scan acquisition mode. In this mode, the
waveform display updates from left to right. There is no trigger or
Window. Expands the Window Zone to cover the entire screen. Use to
change between two time bases.
NOTE. When you change between the Main, Window Zone, and Window
views, the oscilloscope erases any waveform saved on the screen through
persistence. Persistence is erased with Horizontal menu changes.
Set Trigger Holdoff. Use holdoff to help stabilize the display of complex
waveforms. (See page 144, Trigger Holdoff.)
Math
Push the MATH MENU button to display waveform math operations.
Push the MATH MENU button again to remove math waveforms. (See
page 148, Vertical Controls.)
Options Comments
+, -, ×, FFT Math operations; see the next table
Sources Sources used for the operations; see the next table
Options Comments
Position Use the multipurpose knob to set the vertical position
of the resultant Math waveform
Vertical Scale Use the multipurpose knob to set the vertical scale of
the resultant Math waveform
Key Points
Waveform Waveform
unit unit Operation Resulting Math unit
V V + or - V
A A + or - A
V A + or - ?
V V × VV
A A × AA
V A × VA
Measure
Push the MEASURE button to access automatic measurements. There
are eleven types of measurements available. You can display up to five
at a time.
Push the top option button to display the Measure 1 Menu. You can
choose the channel on which to take a measurement in the Source
option. You can choose the type of measurement to take in the Type
option. Push the Back option button to return to the MEASURE Menu
and display the selected measurements.
Key Points
Measurement
type Definition
Freq Calculates the frequency of the waveform by measuring the
first cycle
Period Calculates the time of the first cycle
Mean Calculates the arithmetic mean amplitude over the entire record
Measurement
type Definition
Pk-Pk Calculates the absolute difference between the maximum and
minimum peaks of the entire waveform
Cyc RMS Calculates a true RMS measurement of the first complete cycle
of the waveform
Min Examines the entire 2500 point waveform record and displays
the minimum value
Max Examines the entire 2500 point waveform record and displays
the maximum value
Rise Time Measures the time between 10% and 90% of the first rising edge
of the waveform
Fall Time Measures the time between 90% and 10% of the first falling edge
of the waveform
Pos Width Measures the time between the first rising edge and the next
falling edge at the waveform 50% level
Neg Width Measures the time between the first falling edge and the next
rising edge at the waveform 50% level
None Does not take any measurement
Print
When the Save/Recall ► Save All ► PRINT Button option is set to
Prints, you can push the PRINT button to send the screen image to a
printer or computer.
You can set up the oscilloscope to send a screen image to your printer
through the UTILITY ► Options ► Printer Setup menu. (See
page 86, Printer Setup.)
The alternative function of the PRINT button is to save data to the
CompactFlash removable mass storage. (See page 95, Removable Mass
Storage.)
Probe Check
You can use the Probe Check Wizard to quickly verify that your voltage
probe is operating properly. (See page 13, Voltage Probe Check Wizard.)
Save/Recall
Push the SAVE/RECALL button to save oscilloscope setups, screen
images, or waveforms, or to recall oscilloscope setups or waveforms.
The Save/Recall menu is made up of many submenus which you can
access through an Action option. Each Action option displays a menu
that allows you to further define the save or recall function.
Save All
The Save All action configures the PRINT button to save data to a CF
card, or to send data to a printer.
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
PRINT Button Saves All to Files 1 (See page 98.)
Saves Image to (See page 99.)
File 1
Prints (See page 85.)
Select Folder Lists the contents of the current
CF card folder
Change Folder (See page 97, File Management
New Folder Conventions.) (See page 146,
File Utilities.)
Back Returns to the Save All menu
About Save All Displays the help topic
1 An LED lights adjacent to the PRINT button to indicate the alternative SAVE function that
sends data to a CF card.
Save Image
The Save Image action saves a screen image to a file in a specified
format.
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
File Format BMP, PCX, TIFF, Sets the screen image graphics
RLE, EPSIMAGE, file format
JPEG
Select Folder Lists the contents of the current
CF card folder and displays the
folder options
Change Folder (See page 97, File Management
New Folder Conventions.) (See page 146,
File Utilities.)
Layout 1 , Portrait, Select portrait or landscape
Landscape image layout
Ink Saver 1, On, Off Activates or deactivates Ink
Saver mode
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
Save filename (such as Saves the screen image to the
TEK0000.TIF) automatically generated file
name in the current CF card
folder
About Saving Displays the help topic
Images
1 (See page 86, Printer Setup.)
When the PRINT Button option is set to Saves Image to File, the
oscilloscope saves screen images to the CF card when you push the
SAVE button. (See page 99, Saves Image to File.)
Save Setup
The Save Setup action saves the current oscilloscope settings to a file
named TEKnnnn.SET in a specified folder, or in nonvolatile setup
memory. A setup file contains an ASCII text string that lists the
oscilloscope settings.
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
Save To Setup Saves the current oscilloscope
settings to a location in the
nonvolatile setup memory
File Saves the current oscilloscope
settings to a file on the CF card
Setup 1 to 10 Specifies which nonvolatile
setup memory location to save
to
Select Folder Lists the contents of the current
CF card folder
Change Folder (See page 97, File Management
New Folder Conventions.) (See page 146,
File Utilities.)
Save filename (such as Saves the settings to the
TEK0000.SET) automatically generated file
name in the current CF card
folder
When the PRINT Button option is set to Saves All to Files, the
oscilloscope saves oscilloscope setup files to the CF card when you
push the SAVE button. (See page 98, Saves All to Files.)
Save Waveform
The Save Waveform action saves the specified waveform to a file
named TEKnnnn.CSV, or to reference memory. The oscilloscope saves
waveform data to files as "comma separated values" (.CSV format),
which are ASCII text strings that list the time (relative to the trigger) and
amplitude values for each of the 2500 waveform data points. You can
import .CSV files into many spreadsheet and math analysis applications.
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
Save To File Specifies to save the source
waveformdata to a file on the
CF card
Ref Specifies to save the source
waveform data in reference
memory
Source 1 CH(x), Ref(x), Specifies which source
MATH waveform to save
To Ref(x) Specifies the reference memory
location in which to save the
source waveform
Select Folder Lists the contents of the current
CF card folder
Change Folder (See page 97, File Management
New Folder Conventions.) (See page 146,
File Utilities.)
Save filename (such as Saves the settings to the
TEK0000.CSV) automatically generated file
name in the current CF card
folder
1 Waveform must be displayed to save it as a reference waveform.
Recall Setup
The Recall Setup action recalls an oscilloscope setup file from a CF card
or from a location in nonvolatile setup memory.
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
Recall From Setup Specifies to recall a setup from
the nonvolatile memory
File Specifies to recall a setup file
from the CF card
Setup 1 to 10 Specifies which setup location
in nonvolatile setup memory to
recall
Select File Lists the contents of the current
CF card folder to select a file
from
Change Folder (See page 97, File Management
Conventions.) (See page 146,
File Utilities.)
Recall Recalls the settings from the
specified nonvolatile memory
location
filename (such as Recalls the oscilloscope settings
TEK0000.SET) from the specified CF card file
Recall Waveform
The Recall Waveform action recalls a waveform file from a CF card to
a location in reference memory.
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
To Ref(x) Specifies the reference memory
location to load the waveform to
Settings or
Options submenus Comments
Select File Lists the contents of the current
CF card folder and displays the
next folder option
Change Folder (See page 97, File Management
Conventions.) (See page 146,
File Utilities.)
To Specifies the reference memory
location to recall the waveform to
Recall filename (such as Loads the waveform from the
TEK0000.CSV) specified file to the location in
reference memory and displays
the waveform
Display Refs
The Display Refs action displays or removes reference memory
waveforms from the screen of the oscilloscope.
Options Settings Comments
RefA, RefB, RefC 1, On, Off Displays or removes
RefD 1 reference memory
waveforms from the
screen
1 Available only on a 4-channel oscilloscope.
Key Points
Recalling the Default Setup. You can push the DEFAULT SETUP button
to initialize the oscilloscope to a known setup. To view option and
control settings that the oscilloscope recalls when you push this button,
refer to Appendix D: Default Setup.
Trigger Controls
You can define the trigger through the Trigger Menu and front-panel
controls.
Trigger Types
Three types of triggering are available: Edge, Video, and Pulse Width.
A different set of options display for each type of trigger.
Option Details
Edge (default) Triggers the oscilloscope on the rising or falling edge
of the input signal when it crosses the trigger level
(threshold)
Video Displays NTSC or PAL/SECAM standard composite
video waveforms; you trigger on fields or lines of video
signals. (See page 140, Video Trigger.)
Pulse Triggers on aberrant pulses. (See page 141, Pulse
Width Trigger.)
Edge Trigger
Use Edge triggering to trigger on the edge of the oscilloscope input
signal at the trigger threshold.
NOTE. The trigger frequency readout shows the frequency of events the
oscilloscope might consider to be a trigger, and may be less than the
frequency of the input signal in Pulse Width trigger mode.
Key Points
Use the Normal mode when you want to see only valid triggered
waveforms. When you use this mode, the oscilloscope does not display
a waveform until after the first trigger.
To perform a Single Sequence acquisition, push the SINGLE SEQ
button.
Source Options.
NOTE. To view an Ext, Ext/5, or Ext/10 trigger signal, push and hold down
the TRIG VIEW button.
Coupling. Coupling allows you to filter the trigger signal used to trigger
an acquisition.
Option Details
DC Passes all components of the signal
Noise Reject Adds hysteresis to the trigger circuitry; this reduces
sensitivity which reduces the chance of falsely
triggering on noise
HF Reject Attenuates the high-frequency components above
80 kHz
Option Details
LF Reject Blocks the DC component and attenuates the
low-frequency components below 300 kHz
AC Blocks DC components and attenuates signals below
10 Hz
NOTE. Trigger coupling affects only the signal passed to the trigger system.
It does not affect the bandwidth or coupling of the signal displayed on the
screen.
Video Trigger
Key Points
Sync Pulses. When you choose Normal Polarity, the trigger always
occurs on negative-going sync pulses. If your video signal has
positive-going sync pulses, use the Inverted Polarity selection.
Key Points
Trigger When. The pulse width of the source must be ≥5 ns for the
oscilloscope to detect the pulse.
SET TO 50% Button. Use the SET TO 50% button to quickly stabilize
a waveform. The oscilloscope automatically sets the Trigger Level to
be about halfway between the minimum and maximum voltage levels.
This is useful when you connect a signal to the EXT TRIG BNC and
set the trigger source to Ext, Ext/5, or Ext/10.
FORCE TRIG Button. Use the FORCE TRIG button to complete the
current waveform acquisition whether or not the oscilloscope detects a
trigger. This is useful for SINGLE SEQ acquisitions and Normal trigger
mode. (In Auto trigger mode, the oscilloscope automatically forces
triggers periodically if it does not detect a trigger.)
TRIG VIEW Button. Use the Trigger View mode to display the
conditioned trigger signal on the oscilloscope. You can use this mode to
see the following types of information:
Effects of the Trigger Coupling option
Signal connected to the EXT TRIG BNC
NOTE. This is the only button that you must hold down to use. When you
hold down the TRIG VIEW button, the only other button you can use is the
PRINT button. The oscilloscope disables all other front-panel buttons. The
knobs continue to be active.
Trigger Holdoff. You can use the Trigger Holdoff function to produce a
stable display of complex waveforms, such as pulse trains. Holdoff is
the time between when the oscilloscope detects one trigger and when it
is ready to detect another. The oscilloscope will not trigger during the
holdoff time. For a pulse train, you can adjust the holdoff time so the
oscilloscope triggers only on the first pulse in the train.
Utility
Push the UTILITY button to display the Utility Menu.
Key Points
System Status. Selecting System Status from the Utility Menu displays
the menus available for obtaining a list of control settings for each
group of oscilloscope controls.
Push any front-panel menu button to remove the status screen.
Options Comments
Horizontal Lists horizontal parameters
Vertical Lists vertical parameters of channels
Trigger Lists trigger parameters
Misc Lists the model of the oscilloscope, the version number
of the software, and the serial number
Lists the charge status of the battery packs
Lists values of the communications parameters
Setting the Date and Time. You can use the Set Date and Time menu to set
the clock date and time. The oscilloscope displays this information, and
also uses it to time stamp files written to the CF card. The oscilloscope
contains a built-in nonreplaceable battery to maintain the clock settings.
The clock does not automatically adjust for seasonal time changes. The
calendar does adjust for Leap years.
Options Comments
↑ Moves the field selection highlight up or down through
↓ the list. Use the multipurpose knob to change the value
of the selected field
Set Date and Updates the oscilloscope with the specified date and time
Time
Cancel Closes the menu and returns to the previous menu
without saving any changes
File Utilities
You can use the File Utilities menu to do the following tasks:
List the contents of the current folder
Select a file or folder
Navigate to other folders
Create, rename, and delete files and folders
Format the CF card
Options Comments
Change Folder Navigates to the selected CF card folder. Use the
multipurpose knob to select a file or folder, then select
the Change Folder menu option to navigate to the
selected folder.
To return to the previous folder, select the ↑Up folder
item and then select the Change Folder menu option.
New Folder Creates a new folder in the current folder location,
named NEW_FOL, and displays the Rename menu
for changing the default folder name.
Rename (filename Displays the Rename screen to rename a folder or
or folder) file, described next.
Delete (filename or Deletes the selected file name or folder; a folder must
folder) be empty before you can delete it.
Confirm Delete Displays after pressing Delete, to confirm a file delete
action. Pressing any button or knob other than
Confirm Delete cancels the file delete action.
Format Formats the CF card; this deletes all data on the CF
card
Update Firmware Follow the on-screen directions to set up and push
the Update Firmware option button to start updating
firmware.
Rename (filen or Displays the Rename screen to rename a file or
folder) folder; see the next topic
Rename File or Folder. You can change the names of files and folders
on the CF card.
Vertical Controls
You can use the vertical controls to display and remove waveforms,
adjust vertical scale and position, set input parameters, and for vertical
math operations. (See page 127, Math.)
Knobs
Key Points
Fine Resolution. The vertical scale readout displays the actual Volts/Div
setting while in the fine resolution setting. Changing the setting to
coarse does not change the vertical scale until the VOLTS/DIV control
is adjusted.
NOTE. You must display a channel waveform to take measurements from it,
use cursors on it, or to save it as a Reference waveform or to a file.
Oscilloscope Specifications
Table 1: Acquisition Specifications
Characteristics Description
Acquisition Modes Sample, Peak Detect, and Average
Acquisition Rate, Up to 180 waveforms per second, per channel (Sample
typical acquisition mode, no measurements)
Single Sequence Acquisition Mode Acquisition Stops After
Sample, Peak Detect Single acquisition, all channels
simultaneously
Average N acquisitions, all channels
simultaneously, N is selectable from
4, 16, 64, and 128
General Care
Do not store or leave the oscilloscope where the LCD display will be
exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Cleaning
Inspect the oscilloscope and probes as often as operating conditions
require. To clean the exterior surface, perform the following steps:
1. Remove loose dust on the outside of the oscilloscope and probes
with a lint-free cloth. Use care to avoid scratching the clear glass
display filter.
2. Use a soft cloth dampened with water to clean the oscilloscope. Use
an aqueous solution of 75% isopropyl alcohol for more efficient
cleaning.
NOTE. When you push the DEFAULT SETUP button, the oscilloscope
displays the CH1 waveform and removes all other waveforms.
Option, button or
Menu or system knob Default setting
ACQUIRE (three mode Sample
options)
Averages 16
RUN/STOP RUN
AUTORANGE Autorange Off
Mode Vertical and Horizontal
CURSOR Type Off
Source CH1
Horizontal ± 3.2 divs
(amplitude)
Vertical (time) ± 4 divs
DISPLAY Type Vectors
Persist Off
Format YT
HORIZONTAL Window Main
Trig Knob Level
POSITION 0.00 s
SEC/DIV 500 μs
Window Zone 50 μs
Option, button or
Menu or system knob Default setting
MATH Operation -
Sources CH1 - CH2
Position 0 divs
Vertical Scale 2V
FFT operation:
Source CH1
Window Hanning
FFT Zoom X1
MEASURE (all) Source CH1
Type None
TRIGGER Type Edge
(common) Source CH1
TRIGGER (Edge) Slope Rising
Mode Auto
Coupling DC
LEVEL 0.00 V
TRIGGER (Video) Polarity Normal
Sync All Lines
Standard NTSC
TRIGGER (Pulse) When =
Set Pulse Width 1.00 ms
Polarity Positive
Mode Auto
Coupling DC
Option, button or
Menu or system knob Default setting
Vertical system, all Coupling DC
channels BW Limit Off
Volts/Div Coarse
Probe Voltage
Voltage Probe 10X
Attenuation
Current Probe 10 A/V
Scale
Invert Off
POSITION 0.00 divs (0.00 V)
VOLTS/DIV 1.00 V
The DEFAULT SETUP button does not reset the following settings:
Language option
Saved setups
Saved reference waveforms
Front panel backlight
Display contrast and brightness
Calibration data
Printer setup
RS-232 setup
Date and time
Current folder on the CompactFlash card
Differential Probes
P5205 with 1103
Attenuation Gain Setting 50X 500X
Maximum Linear 130 V (DC + PK AC) CAT I 1,300 V (DC + PK AC)
Differential Mode Input 100 VRMS CAT II or 100 V CAT I 1,000 VRMS CAT II
Voltage 1 (between Probe DC CAT II or 1,000 V DC CAT II
Tips) 600 VRMS CAT III or 600 V
DC CAT III
Maximum Linear Common 1,000 VRMS CAT II or 1,000 VRMS CAT II or
Mode Input Voltage 1 1,000 V DC CAT II 1,000 V DC CAT II
(between either + or - 600 VRMS CAT III or 600 V 600 VRMS CAT III or 600 V
Probe Tip and Earth CAT III DC CAT III
Ground)
1 The float voltage must be subtracted from the tip to earth ground voltage. For example, if the
reference lead is floated to 30 V RMS, the tip voltage to the reference lead is limited to 270 V RMS.
Differential Probes
P5210 with 1103
Attenuation Gain Setting 100X 1000X
Maximum Linear 560 V (DC + PK AC) 5,600 V (DC + PK AC)
Differential Mode Input 440 VRMS CAT I or 440 V 4,400 VRMS CAT I or
Voltage 1 (between Probe DC CAT I 4,400 V DC CAT I
Tips)
440 VRMS CAT II or 440 V 4,400 VRMS CAT II or
DC CAT II 4,400 V DC CAT II
100 VRMS CAT III or 100 V 1,000 VRMS CAT III or
DC CAT III 1,000 V DC CAT III
Maximum Linear Common 2,200 VRMS CAT I or 2,200 VRMS CAT I or
Mode Input Voltage 1 2,200 V DC CAT I 2,200 V DC CAT I
(between either + or - 2,200 VRMS CAT II or 2,200 VRMS CAT II or
Probe Tip and Earth 2,200 V DC CAT II 2,200 V DC CAT II
Ground)
1,000 VRMS CAT III or 1,000 VRMS CAT III or
1,000 V DC CAT III 1,000 V DC CAT III
1 The float voltage must be subtracted from the tip to earth ground voltage. For example, if the
reference lead is floated to 30 V RMS, the tip voltage to the reference lead is limited to 270 V RMS.
Differential Preamplifier
ADA400A with 1103
Attenuation Gain Setting 0.1X 1X
Maximum Linear ±80 V (DC + PK AC) ±10 V (DC + PK AC)
Differential Mode Input
Voltage 1 (between Probe
Tips)
Maximum Linear Common ±40 V (DC + PK AC) ±40 V (DC + PK AC)
Mode Input Voltage 1
(between either + or -
Probe Tip and Earth
Ground)
ADA400A with 1103
Attenuation Gain Setting 10X 100X
Cursors, Directories,
adjusting, 120 deleting, 143, 147
Amplitude, 41, 120 DISPLAY button, 28, 121
basic concepts, 40 Display Refs menu, 136
Frequency for FFT, 120 Display,
Magnitude for FFT, 120 contrast, 121
measurement examples, 54 intensity, 121
measuring an FFT spectrum, 83 menu, 121
Time, 41, 120 persistence, 122
using, 120 readouts, 18
Cycle RMS measurements, 130 style (Invert), 149
style of waveforms, 122
type: vectors or dots, 122
D XY format, 122
Data transfer, YT format, 122
RS-232 interface, 88 Displaying waveforms, 148
Date and time readout, 20 reference, 136
Date, 146 Do Self Cal option, 16
DC coupling, Dots display type, 121
trigger, 138 Dual time base, 24, 126
vertical, 148
DEFAULT SETUP button,
option and control settings, 173 E
retained option settings, 175 Edge trigger, 137
Default setup, EPSIMAGE file format, 87
Edge trigger, 174 Error Log, 145
Pulse trigger, 174 EXT TRIG connector, 29
recalling, 136 probe compensation, 14
Video trigger, 174
Delayed sweep, 126
Deleting files or folders, 143
F
Deleting, Factory calibration, 146
files or folders, 147 Factory setup, 173
reference waveforms, 136 recalling, 136
Delta readouts in Cursor menu, 121 Fall time measurements, 130
Description, Features,
general, 1 overview, 1
Diagonal lines in waveform, FFT aliasing, 81
peak detect, 113 remedies, 82
O Polarity,
OpenChoice software, 165 Pulse Width trigger, 141
RS-232 interface, 90 Video trigger sync, 140
Operating temperature, Ports,
battery packs, 103 communications, 85
Operating time, POSITION control,
battery packs, 6 horizontal, 24
remaining, 106 vertical, 23
Option buttons, xv Position,
Option types, horizontal, 36, 125
Action, 22 trigger, 140
Circular List, 22 vertical, 148
Page Selection, 22 Positive width measurements, 130
Radio, 22 Power analysis application,
Oscilloscope, ordering, 166
front panels, 17 Power cords, 8
power through AC adapter, 5 ordering, 168
set date and time, 146 Power Cycle count, 145
specifications, 151 Power,
understanding functions, 31 manage battery packs, 101
oscilloscope AC adapter, 5
specifications, 160
P Pretrigger view, 140
P2220 probe specifications, 162 Pretrigger, 33
PAL video standard, 140 PRINT Button option, 132
Panning, saving to a CF card, 98
horizontal, 36 PRINT button, 28, 130
vertical, 36 Printer,
PC, RS-232 interface, 88
communications software, 165 setup, 86
PCX file format, 87 Printing,
Peak Detect acquisition mode, 35, abort, 87
112 screen data, 88, 130
Peak Detect mode, 111 testing the port, 88
icon, 19 PROBE CHECK button, 13
Peak-to-Peak measurements, 130 Probe Check Wizard,
Peak-to-peak noise, 124 voltage probes, 13
Period measurements, 129 PROBE COMP connections, 30
Persistence, 122–123
Phase differences, 124
S Service,
Safety Summary, iv battery packs, 102
Sample acquisition mode, 35, 111 error log as a reference, 145
Sample mode, Set date and time, 146
icon, 19 SET TO 50% button, 25
Sample rate, SET TO ZERO button, 24
maximum, 112 Setups,
Save All menu, 131 basic concepts, 31
Save Image menu, 132 saving and recalling, 131
Save Setup menu, 133 Side-menu buttons, xv
Save Waveform menu, 134 Sine waves,
Save, Autoset function, 118
setups, 32 SINGLE SEQ button, 113
SAVE/RECALL button, 27 steps taken by the oscilloscope
Save/Recall menu, 131 when pushed, 33
Saving, Single-shot signal,
All files to a CF card, 98 application example, 62
image files to a CF card, 99 Slope, 34
setups, 136 Soft case ordering, 167
waveforms, 136 Soft keys, xv
Scale, Software,
current probe, 16, 149 OpenChoice, 165
horizontal, 36 TPS2PWR1 power analysis, 166
vertical, 36 WaveStar, 166
Scaling waveforms, Source,
basic concepts, 36 AC Line, 140
Scan mode, 113, 126 Ext, 139
Scanning waveforms, 126 Ext/10, 139
Screen buttons, xv Ext/5, 139
Screen data, trigger, 33, 138, 140–141
saving to a file, 99 Specifications,
sending to a printer, 88 oscilloscope, 151
sending to an external device, 88 P2220 probe, 162
SEC/DIV control, 24, 126 Square wave,
SECAM video standard, 140 Autoset function, 119
Security lock, 10 Status,
Self calibration, 16 miscellaneous, 145
Service manual, 169 system, 144
Store battery packs, 108