Copyright and Declaration
This section provides copyright and trademark information for the SIGLENT SDS1000X/SDS1000X+ Series Digital Oscilloscope, noting that SIGLENT reserves the right to modify specifications and prohibits unauthorized copying or translation of the manual.
Safety Information
General Safety Summary: Users should follow safety precautions to prevent injury or damage, including using the correct power line, grounding the instrument, and ensuring proper ventilation.
Safety Terms and Symbols: The manual explains safety terms and symbols, such as warnings and cautions, indicating potential hazards.
Measurement Category: The oscilloscope is suitable for measurement category I, involving circuits not directly connected to mains.
Working Environment
The oscilloscope should be operated within specified temperature and humidity ranges and is designed for use at altitudes below 3 km.
Ventilation Requirement
Proper ventilation is necessary to prevent overheating, with a recommended clearance of at least 10 cm around the device.
General Care and Cleaning
Instructions for cleaning the instrument and probe emphasize avoiding corrosive liquids.
Document Overview
This section introduces the manual's content, including quick start instructions, system settings, and troubleshooting.
Content Conventions
The manual uses the SDS1202X+ model as an example to describe functions applicable to other models in the series.
Vertical System Adjustments
Instructions on adjusting the vertical scale and position, specifying channel coupling, bandwidth limit, probe attenuation factor, and channel input impedance are provided for accurate waveform representation.
Horizontal System Settings
Guidelines for setting the horizontal system include adjusting the horizontal scale, trigger delay, and using the zoom function for detailed waveform analysis.
Sampling System Overview
The document explains sampling theory, sample rate, and the relationship between oscilloscope bandwidth and sample rate, covering memory depth selection, sampling mode, waveform interpolation, and acquisition modes.
Triggering the Oscilloscope
Details on setting trigger source, mode, level, coupling, holdoff, and noise rejection are included, with explanations of various trigger types.
Serial Trigger and Decode
Instructions for setting up and triggering IIC, SPI, UART/RS232, CAN, and LIN signals are provided, along with serial decode procedures for each protocol.
Digital Channels
Guidance on connecting digital probes, acquiring waveforms, changing display types, and managing digital channels is included.
Math Operations
Details on performing math operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, FFT, differentiation, integration, and square root calculations are included.
Measurements
Instructions for making cursor and automatic measurements, including voltage, time, and delay measurements, are provided.
Display Settings
Guidelines for setting display type, color, persistence, grid type, waveform intensity, and transparency are included.
Save and Recall
Instructions for saving and recalling data internally and externally, managing disk files, and creating, deleting, or renaming files and folders are provided.
Specifications and SetupThe manual begins with a quick start guide, detailing initial preparations for using the oscilloscope, including diagrams of the front and rear panels and instructions for connecting to a
power supply.
Operational Procedures
Key procedures include self-calibration, enabling/disabling sound, language specification, and performing pass/fail tests.
Testing and Calibration
Detailed instructions are provided for conducting self-tests and performing quick calibration and firmware updates.
Waveform Generation
The manual includes a section on using the arbitrary waveform generator, setting wave types and parameters, and outputting waveforms.
Troubleshooting
A troubleshooting section is included to help diagnose and resolve common issues.
Figures and Diagrams
Numerous figures illustrate various functions and settings, such as trigger menus, waveform displays, and measurement parameters.
Key Features
The manual highlights features like the history function, option management, and the ability to save and recall test masks.
General Inspection
Inspect the shipping container for damage and verify the contents. Check the instrument for any damage or defects and notify the sales representative if issues are found.
Appearance and Dimensions
The document provides figures showing the front and top views of the oscilloscope, with dimensions specified.
Preparing the Oscilloscope for Use
Instructions for adjusting the supporting legs, connecting to a power supply, and performing a power-on inspection are provided.
Connecting the Probe
Instructions for connecting the probe to the oscilloscope and test circuit are provided, with a reference to the probe user guide for detailed technical information.
Function Inspection
Instructions for restoring the instrument to its default configuration and using the Auto Setup function to observe waveforms are provided.
Probe Compensation
Instructions for compensating the probes to match the oscilloscope's input channels are provided.
Front Panel Overview
The front panel includes an LCD display, universal knob, function menus, and various control buttons for triggering, vertical and horizontal adjustments, and more.
Rear Panel Overview
The rear panel features a handle, LAN and USB interfaces, a pass/fail or trigger out BNC port, AWG output terminal, safety lock hole, and AC power socket.
Front Panel Function Overview
Details the functions of horizontal and vertical controls, including position and scale adjustments, and the use of MATH and REF functions for waveform operations.
Trigger Functions
Explains the trigger function menu, modes, and the trigger level knob for adjusting the trigger level.
Run Control
Describes the auto setting function, run/stop button, decode function menu, and wave generation function.
Universal Knob
Used for adjusting waveform intensity, selecting submenus, modifying parameters, and navigating files or directories.
Menu Functions
Includes cursor, display, utility, clear, history, measure, acquire, save/recall, and default setup functions.
User Interface
Features product logo, channel labels, trigger status, horizontal time base, trigger position, frequency counter, sampling rate/memory depth, trigger setup, and channel setup information.
Nyquist Sampling Theorem
The Nyquist sampling theorem states that for a band-limited signal with a maximum frequency, the sampling frequency must be greater than twice the maximum frequency to avoid aliasing.
Oscilloscope Sample Rate
The maximum sample rate of the oscilloscope is 2GSa/s, adjustable via the horizontal scale.
Oscilloscope Bandwidth and Sample Rate
Bandwidth is the lowest frequency at which input signals are attenuated by 3 dB. The sample rate should be four times the bandwidth to reduce aliasing.
Memory Depth
Memory depth is the number of waveform points stored in a single trigger sample, with a maximum of 14 Mpts.
Sampling Mode
The oscilloscope supports real-time sampling with a maximum rate of 1GSa/s. Interpolation methods like Sinx/X are used to improve waveform visibility.
Acquisition Modes
Modes include Normal, Peak Detect, Average, and High Resolution, each offering different benefits for waveform clarity and noise reduction.
Horizontal Format
Two modes are available: YT for time-based display and XY for voltage-based display, useful for comparing frequency and phase relationships.
Sequence Mode
This mode improves waveform capture rate, allowing effective capture of small probability events by filling memory segments for each trigger event.
Triggering the Oscilloscope
Trigger settings ensure stable waveform display by synchronizing acquisition with user-defined conditions. Various trigger types are available.
Trigger Level and AC Line
The document explains the trigger level settings on an oscilloscope, which can be adjusted within a range of -8 to +8 divisions.
Trigger Modes
The oscilloscope offers three trigger modes: Auto, Normal, and Single.
Trigger Level and Slope
The trigger level can be adjusted using a knob, and the slope defines the trigger point.
Trigger Coupling
Four coupling modes are available: DC, AC, LF Reject, and HF Reject.
Trigger Holdoff
This feature stabilizes complex waveforms by setting a holdoff time.
Noise Rejection
Noise Reject adds hysteresis to reduce noise-triggering.
Trigger Types
The oscilloscope supports various advanced triggers, including Edge, Slope, Pulse, Video, Window, Interval, DropOut, Runt, and Pattern triggers.
Video Trigger
This function captures waveforms of standard analog video signals.
Video Triggering
Video triggering involves setting a trigger on a specific line and field of a video signal.
Custom Video Trigger
This section explains how to use a custom video trigger.
Window Trigger
The window trigger section describes how to set up triggers based on signal levels.
Interval Trigger
This section covers interval triggers, which activate based on the time difference between signal edges.
DropOut Trigger
DropOut triggers are explained with two types: edge and state.
Runt Trigger
The runt trigger section describes how to trigger on pulses that cross one threshold but not another.
Pattern Trigger
This section explains pattern triggers, which identify trigger conditions based on specified patterns.
Serial Trigger and Decode
The document introduces serial trigger and decode capabilities for protocols like IIC, SPI, UART/RS232, CAN, and LIN.
IIC Triggering and Serial Decode
Instructions for setting up and using IIC trigger and decode features are provided.
SPI Triggering and Serial Decode
Instructions for setting up and using SPI trigger and decode features are provided.
UART/RS232 Triggering and Serial Decode
Instructions for setting up and using UART/RS232 trigger and decode features are provided.
CAN Setup and Configuration
Instructions for setting up and using CAN trigger and decode features are provided.
LIN Setup and Configuration
Instructions for setting up and using LIN trigger and decode features are provided.
Digital Channels
This section describes the use of digital channels in a Mixed-Signal Oscilloscope (MSO).
Connecting Digital Probes
Instructions for connecting digital probes to a device under test are provided.
Acquiring Waveforms
Instructions for acquiring waveforms using digital channels are provided.
Display and Control of Digital Channels
Instructions for changing display types and managing digital channels are provided.
Logic Threshold Adjustment
Instructions for adjusting the logic threshold for digital channels are provided.
Displaying Digital Channels as a Bus
Instructions for configuring digital channels as a bus are provided.
Saving and Displaying Reference Waveforms
Instructions for saving and displaying reference waveforms are provided.
Math Operations
The oscilloscope supports various math operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, differential, integral, and square root.
FFT Operation
FFT transforms time-domain data to the frequency domain, useful for measuring harmonic components, noise characteristics, and vibration analysis.
Vertical Axis Display Modes
The vertical axis can be displayed in dB or Vrms, using logarithmic and linear modes respectively.
Display Modes
Users can choose between Split and Full Screen display modes.
FFT Waveform Measurement
Cursors can be used to measure frequency and amplitude differences.
Math Function Operations
The oscilloscope supports differentiation, integration, and square root operations.
Cursors Measurements
Cursors are used for custom voltage and time measurements.
Automatic Measurements
The oscilloscope provides 36 waveform parameter measurements.
Display Settings
Users can adjust display type, color, persistence, grid type, waveform intensity, grid brightness, and transparency.
Infinite Persistence
Infinite persistence mode allows for continuous accumulation of waveform data.
Display Settings
The oscilloscope offers various display settings including grid type selection, waveform intensity adjustment, and grid brightness control.
Transparency Adjustment
Transparency settings allow users to adjust the visibility of message boxes and menus.
Save and Recall
The oscilloscope supports saving setups, waveforms, pictures, and CSV files to internal memory or USB devices.
System Function Settings
This section covers system-related functions such as viewing system status, performing self-calibration, enabling/disabling sound, specifying language, and conducting pass/fail tests.
Pass/Fail Testing
This section describes the process of verifying a waveform's compliance with specific parameters using pass/fail testing.
Setting and Performing Pass/Fail Test
The procedure involves accessing the UTILITY function menu, enabling the test, selecting the source channel, setting mask parameters, and creating the mask.
Saving and Recalling Test Masks
Test masks can be saved to internal or external memory.
IO Settings
The oscilloscope supports USB and LAN connections.
Quick Calibration (Quick-Cal)
Quick-Cal adjusts measurement deviations due to temperature changes.
Firmware and Configuration Updates
Updates are performed via USB flash drives.
Self Tests
Self tests include screen, keyboard, and LED tests.
LED Test Program
The LED test program is initiated by pressing the Run/Stop button.
Screen Saver Configuration
To set the screen saver time, access the UTILITY function menu.
Option Management
The oscilloscope supports various options for measurement needs.
History Function
This function records waveforms before pressing the Run/Stop button.
Arbitrary Waveform Generator (AWG)
The oscilloscope includes a built-in AWG supporting various waveforms.
Default Setup
The Default button resets the oscilloscope to factory settings.
Troubleshooting
Common issues include a dark screen after power on and no waveform display despite signal sampling.
Troubleshooting Guide for Oscilloscope Issues
1. Signal Testing Issues: Connect the probe compensation signal to the problematic channel and resample the signal if necessary.
2. Voltage Amplitude Discrepancies: Verify that the channel's attenuation coefficient matches the probe's attenuation ratio.
3. Unstable Waveform Display: Ensure the trigger signal source matches the actual signal channel used.
4. No Display After Run/Stop: Check if the trigger mode is set to 'Normal' or 'Single'.
5. Ladder-like Waveform Display: Increase the horizontal time base to improve resolution.
6. USB Connection Issues: Verify IO settings in Utility.
7. USB Storage Device Recognition Issues: Ensure the USB storage device and interface are functioning properly.