Introduction
This user manual provides comprehensive instructions for using the SDS1000X-E Series Digital Oscilloscope by SIGLENT TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. It includes safety information, operational guidelines, and maintenance tips.
Copyright and Declaration
The document is copyrighted by SIGLENT TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. and prohibits reproduction or translation without permission.
Safety Information- General Safety Summary: Follow safety precautions to prevent injury or damage. Ensure proper grounding and connection of signal wires.
- Use Proper Power Line: Use only authorized power cords.
- Ground the Instrument: Correct grounding is essential to avoid electric shock.
- Overvoltage Protection: Protect the device from overvoltage, especially during thunderstorms.
- Electrostatic Prevention: Operate in an electrostatic discharge protective area.
- Ventilation: Ensure adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.
Safety Terms and Symbols
Warnings and cautions are provided to prevent injury or damage. Symbols indicate hazardous voltage, protective earth, and other warnings.
Measurement Category
The oscilloscope is suitable for measurement category I, involving circuits not directly connected to mains.
Working Environment
Operating temperature ranges from 10℃ to +40℃, with specific humidity and altitude conditions outlined.
Ventilation Requirement
Ensure the oscilloscope has at least 10 cm clearance for proper ventilation.
General Care and Cleaning
Instructions for cleaning the instrument and probe are provided, emphasizing the avoidance of corrosive liquids.
Document Overview
The manual covers various aspects of using the oscilloscope, including setup, system settings, and troubleshooting.
Specifications and Settings- Bandwidth Limit: Instructions on setting bandwidth limits to optimize signal analysis.
- Probe Attenuation Factor: Guidelines for specifying the attenuation factor to ensure accurate measurements.
- Channel Input Impedance: Details on setting input impedance for different measurement scenarios.
- Amplitude Unit: Procedures for specifying amplitude units for waveform analysis.
- Deskew and Waveform Inversion: Steps to adjust deskew settings and invert waveforms for better signal interpretation.
Horizontal and Sampling System- Horizontal System: Instructions on setting and adjusting the horizontal scale and trigger delay.
- Sampling System: Overview of sampling theory, sample rate, and memory depth selection.
- Acquisition Modes: Descriptions of normal, peak detect, average, and high-resolution modes.
Triggering and Decoding- Trigger Types: Detailed explanations of various trigger types including edge, slope, pulse, video, and more.
- Serial Trigger and Decode: Procedures for setting up and decoding I2C, SPI, UART/RS232, CAN, and LIN signals.
Waveform Operations- Math Operations: Instructions for performing addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and FFT operations on waveforms.
- Cursor Measurements: Guidelines for making X and Y cursor measurements.
- Automatic Measurements: Steps for conducting automatic voltage, time, and delay measurements.
Display and Save Options- Display Settings: Options for setting display type, color, persistence, and grid type.
- Save and Recall: Procedures for saving and recalling data internally and externally, including disk management.
System Functions- System Status and Calibration: Instructions for viewing system status and performing self-calibration.
- Pass/Fail Tests: Steps for setting and performing pass/fail tests and managing test masks.
- IO Settings: Configuration of USB, LAN, and auxiliary outputs.
Quick Start
This section provides an introduction to using the oscilloscope for the first time, including preparations, front and rear panel overviews, and user interface details.
General Inspection
Inspect the shipping container and instrument for damage. Retain the container until the instrument is verified for completeness and functionality.
Appearance and Dimensions
Figures provide front and top views of the oscilloscope.
Preparation for UseAdjust the supporting legs for stability and connect the oscilloscope to a
power supply using the provided power cord.
Power-on Inspection
Upon powering on, the oscilloscope performs self-tests and displays a welcome screen.
Function Inspection
Restore the instrument to default settings and connect the probe to test the channels.
Probe Compensation
Compensate the probes to match the oscilloscope's input channels to ensure measurement accuracy.
Front Panel Overview
Figures provide an overview of the front panel, detailing the location and function of various components.
Front Panel Functions
The front panel includes various controls such as vertical and horizontal knobs for adjusting waveform positions and scales, trigger controls for setting trigger modes and levels, and a universal knob for modifying parameters and selecting submenus.
Rear Panel Overview
The rear panel features a handle for carrying, a safety lock hole for securing the device, LAN and USB ports for network connectivity and remote control, and a BNC port for outputting signals.
Vertical System Settings
The manual explains how to enable channels, adjust vertical scales and positions, specify channel coupling, bandwidth limits, probe attenuation factors, input impedance, amplitude units, and waveform inversion.
Trigger System
The oscilloscope offers advanced trigger functions with modes such as Auto, Normal, and Single.
User Interface
The interface displays channel labels, trigger status, horizontal time base, trigger position, frequency counter, sampling rate, memory depth, and I/O status.
Security and Help
The manual includes instructions for using a security lock to secure the oscilloscope and accessing the online help function.
Bandwidth and Attenuation
The document discusses the bandwidth settings of the SDS1000X-E oscilloscope, which can be set to Full or 20M.
Probe Attenuation
Users must set the probe attenuation factor to match the probe type for accurate vertical readouts.
Channel Input Impedance
The input impedance can be set to 1MΩ, suitable for passive probes and general measurements.
Amplitude Unit
The amplitude display unit can be set to volts (V) or amperes (A).
Deskew and Inversion
Deskew adjusts the phase difference between channels, and waveform inversion flips the voltage values of the displayed waveform.
Horizontal System Settings
The horizontal scale can be adjusted using the Horizontal Scale Knob, with a range from 1ns/div to 100s/div.
Roll Mode
In Roll mode, waveforms move slowly across the screen, suitable for low-frequency waveforms.
Zoom Function
The Zoom function allows detailed analysis by expanding part of the normal display.
Sampling System
The document explains run control, sampling theory, and the importance of sample rate.
Memory Depth
Memory depth, up to 14 Mpts, determines the number of waveform points stored.
Sampling Mode and Interpolation
The oscilloscope supports real-time sampling with a maximum rate of 1GSa/s.
Acquisition Modes
The document outlines various acquisition modes available in the SIGLENT oscilloscope, including Normal, Peak Detect, Average, and High Resolution.
Horizontal Format
The oscilloscope can display signals in YT (time-based) or XY (voltage-based) modes.
Sequence Mode
Sequence mode enhances waveform capture rate, allowing the oscilloscope to capture small probability events effectively.
Triggering the Oscilloscope
The document details the trigger system, which captures waveforms based on user-defined conditions.
Trigger Modes
Trigger modes include Auto, Normal, and Single.
Trigger Level and Coupling
Trigger level defines the point at which the oscilloscope triggers, adjustable via a knob.
Trigger Holdoff
Trigger holdoff is used to stabilize complex waveforms by setting a time interval before the oscilloscope re-arms the trigger circuitry.
Specifications and Procedures
1. Setting Holdoff Time: Use the Stop button, Horizontal Position Knob, and Horizontal Scale Knob to locate waveform repetition.
Noise Rejection
Noise Reject function adds hysteresis to reduce noise-triggering but decreases sensitivity.
Trigger Types
The oscilloscope supports various triggers including Edge, Slope, Pulse, Video, and Window triggers.
Edge Trigger Setup
1. Enter TRIGGER menu via Setup button.
Slope Trigger Setup
1. Enter TRIGGER menu and select Slope.
Pulse Trigger Setup
1. Enter TRIGGER menu and select Pulse.
Video Trigger Setup
1. Enter TRIGGER menu and select Video.
Window Trigger Setup
1. Enter TRIGGER menu and select Window.
Key Recommendations
- Use Noise Reject to stabilize noisy signals.
Interval Trigger Setup
To set an interval trigger, access the TRIGGER system function menu and select 'Interval' as the trigger type.
DropOut Trigger Setup
DropOut triggers can be set for edge or state conditions.
Runt Trigger Setup
The Runt trigger detects pulses that cross one threshold but not another.
Pattern Trigger Setup
Pattern triggers identify conditions based on specified patterns across channels.
Serial Trigger and Decode
The oscilloscope supports serial trigger and decode for I2C, SPI, UART/RS232, CAN, and LIN protocols.
SPI Setup and Triggering- Configure the oscilloscope to sample at the clock signal's rising or falling edge.
SPI Serial Decode- After setup, decode SPI signals by selecting the decode option and displaying results.
UART/RS232 Setup and Triggering- Configure RX and TX channels with threshold voltage levels for decoding.
UART/RS232 Serial Decode- Decode UART signals by selecting decode options and displaying results.
CAN Setup and Triggering- Configure CAN-H and CAN-L channels with threshold voltage levels.
CAN Serial Decode- Decode CAN signals by selecting decode options and displaying results.
LIN Setup and Triggering- Configure LIN signal channels and set threshold voltage levels.
Trigger Setup and Data Error Detection
The document outlines the procedure for setting up triggers on an oscilloscope, specifically for serial protocols like I2C.
LIN Serial Decode
After setting up the SPI signal and trigger, the document explains how to decode SPI signals.
Saving and Displaying Reference Waveforms
The oscilloscope can save analog or math waveforms to reference locations for comparison.
Math Operations
The oscilloscope supports various math operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, FFT, differentiation, integration, and square root.
FFT Operation
The FFT operation transforms time-domain signals into the frequency domain, allowing for the analysis of harmonic components, noise characteristics, and vibration.
Math Function Operations
The document covers advanced math functions like differentiation and integration.
Cursor Measurements
The manual explains how to use cursors for measuring time and voltage on waveforms.
Waveform Measurements
The oscilloscope can measure 36 waveform parameters, including voltage, time, and delay parameters.
Automatic Measurements
Users can perform automatic measurements by selecting desired parameters through the MEASURE function menu.
Display Settings
The manual provides instructions for setting display types (vectors or dots), color displays, persistence, grid types, waveform intensity, and grid brightness.
Data Saving and Recalling
Users can save oscilloscope setups, waveforms, pictures, and CSV files to internal memory or a USB device.
External Save and Recall
The oscilloscope supports saving various types of data including setups, waveforms, images, and CSV files.
Internal Save and Recall
Internal memory supports saving and recalling setups.
External Save and Recall
External storage requires a USB flash device.
Disk Management
Disk management involves creating, deleting, and renaming files or folders on an external USB device.
System Function Setting
This section covers system-related functions such as viewing system status, performing self-calibration, enabling/disabling sound, specifying language, conducting pass/fail tests, using history functions, printing screen images, updating firmware, and setting screen saver time.
To View the System Status
Users can view system status details like startup times, software version, FPGA version, hardware version, product type, serial number, and scope ID.
To Do Self Calibration
Self-calibration ensures precise measurements and should be performed when environmental temperature changes significantly.
To Enable or Disable the Sound
Sound can be toggled on or off via the utility menu.
To Specify the Language
The oscilloscope supports multiple languages including Chinese, English, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian, and Portuguese.
To Do Pass/Fail Test
Pass/fail testing verifies waveform compliance with set parameters.
To Save and Recall Test Mask
Test masks can be saved to internal memory or an external USB device in "*.RGU" format.
Pass/Fail Test Configuration
To enable the pass/fail test, navigate to the UTILITY function menu, select the Pass/Fail option, and enable the test.
IO Settings
The oscilloscope supports USB and LAN connections.
Firmware and Configuration Updates
Updates can be performed via USB.
Self Tests
Self tests include screen, keyboard, and LED tests to ensure functionality.
Screen Saver Configuration
Set the screen saver time through the UTILITY function menu.
History Function
This function records waveforms and allows replay.
Factory Setup
Restore factory settings via the Save/Recall function.
Math Functions
Various mathematical operations can be performed on input channels.
Troubleshooting Guide Summary
1. Screen Display Issues:- Ensure power connection and switch are on.
2. Signal Sampling Issues:- Verify probe and signal wire connections.
3. Voltage Amplitude Discrepancies:- Ensure channel attenuation matches probe ratio.
4. Unstable Waveform Display:- Check trigger signal source and type.
5. No Display After Run/Stop:- Verify trigger mode and level settings.
6. Ladder-like Waveform Display:- Increase horizontal time base for better resolution.
7. USB Connection Issues:- Check IO settings and restart the oscilloscope if needed.
8. USB Storage Device Recognition Issues:- Ensure USB device and interface are functioning.