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Agilent Technologies 7000B Series User Manual

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4 Triggering
152 InfiniiVision 7000B Series Oscilloscopes User’s Guide

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Agilent Technologies 7000B Series Specifications

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BrandAgilent Technologies
Model7000B Series
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notices

CAUTION Notice

Denotes a hazard that could result in product damage or data loss if not followed.

WARNING Notice

Denotes a hazard that could result in personal injury or death if not followed.

Getting Started

Inspect the Package Contents

Verifies the integrity and completeness of the oscilloscope shipment upon arrival.

Tilt the Oscilloscope for Easy Viewing

Adjusts the oscilloscope's tilt angle for optimal viewing comfort.

Power-On and Initial Setup

Covers power requirements, ventilation, rack mounting, and initial power-on procedures.

Recall Default Oscilloscope Setup

Restores the oscilloscope to its factory default configuration settings.

Input a Waveform and AutoScale

Connects probes and uses AutoScale to automatically configure the display for input signals.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Details the front panel controls, including differences between 2- and 4-channel models.

Rear Panel Connectors Overview

Describes the purpose and location of connectors on the rear panel.

Using the Oscilloscope Softkey Menus

Explains the functionality and interaction of the softkeys below the display.

Understanding the Oscilloscope Display

Identifies and explains the different areas of the oscilloscope display interface.

Accessing Built-In Quick Help

Guides on how to access and use the oscilloscope's integrated help system.

Probing the Device Under Test

Analog Input Impedance (50 Ohm or 1 MOhm)

Explains the choice between 50 Ohm and 1 MOhm input impedance for analog channels.

AutoProbe Interface

Details the interface that automatically configures probe parameters.

Passive and Active Probes

Lists and describes supported passive and active probes for the oscilloscopes.

Connecting Probes to the Oscilloscope

Provides instructions for connecting probes to the oscilloscope channels correctly.

Probe Compensation and Calibration

Guides on compensating passive probes and calibrating active probes for accurate measurements.

Manually Setting Probe Attenuation

Describes how to manually set the probe attenuation factor when not automatically identified.

Digital Probes

Information on connecting and using digital probes for MSO models.

Displaying Waveforms

Using the Horizontal Controls

Explains how to adjust horizontal scale, position, time modes (Normal, XY, Roll), and zoom.

Using the Vertical Controls

Details how to adjust vertical scale, position, coupling, and bandwidth limiting.

Setting Analog Channel Probe Options

Configures probe options like units, attenuation, and skew for analog channels.

Changing Display Settings

Covers adjusting waveform intensity, persistence, clearing display, and grid brightness.

Using Labels

Defines and assigns labels to channels for easier identification of traces.

Triggering

Triggering - General Information

Explains the concept of triggered waveforms and acquisition memory.

Trigger Mode and Coupling

Details how to select trigger modes (Auto, Normal) and coupling (DC, AC, LF Reject).

Auto and Normal Trigger Modes

Compares Auto trigger for unstable signals vs. Normal trigger for specific events.

Trigger Level Adjustment

Explains how to set trigger levels for analog and digital channels.

Trigger Coupling Options

Describes DC, AC, and LF Reject coupling for the trigger path.

Trigger Noise Rejection

Methods to reduce noise in the trigger path and on the displayed waveform.

Trigger Holdoff

Explains how to use holdoff to stabilize complex waveform displays.

External Trigger Input

Details the external trigger input connector and its settings.

Trigger Types Overview

Lists and briefly describes various trigger types available on the oscilloscope.

Duration Trigger

Sets triggers based on pattern and specified time duration, including qualifier settings.

Edge Trigger

Defines triggers based on specified edge slope and voltage level on a waveform.

Glitch or Narrow Pulse Capture

Using Peak Detect mode to view and characterize glitches or narrow pulses.

Nth Edge Burst Trigger

Triggers on the Nth edge of a burst after an idle time.

Pattern Trigger

Identifies trigger conditions based on a specified pattern of channel states (0, 1, X).

Pulse Width Trigger

Triggers on positive or negative pulses of a specified width.

Sequence Trigger

Defines triggers based on a sequence of events (Find, Trigger on, Reset).

TV Trigger

Captures waveforms of standard and high-definition analog video signals.

USB Trigger

Triggers on specific USB packet events like SOP, EOP, Suspend/Resume.

Measurements and Math Functions

List of Automatic Measurements

Lists available automatic measurements for time, phase, delay, voltage, and other parameters.

Making Automatic Measurements

Guides on how to select sources and make automatic measurements on channels or math functions.

Measurement Definitions

Provides definitions and graphical illustrations for various time measurements like Rise Time and Period.

Cursor Measurements

Explains how to use horizontal and vertical cursors for custom measurements.

Math Functions Overview

Introduces performing arithmetic operations and functions (differentiate, integrate, FFT, sqrt) on waveforms.

Saving, Recalling, and Printing

Saving and Recalling Data

Explains how to save waveform traces and setup parameters to internal or USB memory.

File Formats for Display and Waveform Data

Details available formats for saving display images and waveform data.

Choosing Save Settings

Configures options like Setup Info, Graticule Colors, and Palette for saving.

Length Control

Sets the number of data points to output in CSV, ASCII XY, BIN, or ALB formats.

Save Segment

Configures saving segments from segmented memory acquisition.

Printing Screens

Instructions for printing the oscilloscope display to a USB printer.

Acquisition Modes

Starting, Stopping, and Single Acquisitions

Explains how to control acquisitions using Run/Stop and Single keys.

Making a Single Acquisition

Guides on performing single acquisitions for maximum sample rate and memory depth.

Auto Single Acquisition

Triggers automatically if no condition is found after pressing Single.

Acquisition Modes Overview

Describes Normal, Peak Detect, Averaging, and High Resolution acquisition modes.

Averaging Mode

Details averaging multiple acquisitions to reduce noise and increase vertical resolution.

Realtime Sampling Option

Explains realtime sampling and its effect on bandwidth and display.

Segmented Memory

Captures multiple infrequent trigger events by dividing memory into segments.

Web Interface

Setting up LAN Connection

Covers establishing LAN connections via DHCP or Manual mode for network access.

Accessing the Web Interface

Instructions on connecting to the oscilloscope via hostname or IP address in a web browser.

Browser Web Control

Provides access to Remote Front Panel and SCPI Command applet for remote operation.

Remote Programming with Agilent IO Libraries

Explains using Agilent IO Libraries for automated test and data acquisition.

Get Image

Saves or prints the oscilloscope's display from the web interface.

Instrument Utilities

Accesses installed options, firmware versions, and calibration status via the web interface.

Setting a Password

Configures a password to protect the oscilloscope from unauthorized remote access.

Serial Decode/Lister

Serial Decode Overview

Lists available serial decode options for various protocols like CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI.

Lister Tool

Explains using the Lister to view packet-level serial data, including time tags and decoded values.

Searching Lister Data

How to search for and mark specific protocol events within the Lister data.

CAN/LIN Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for CAN Signals

Guides on connecting to CAN signals and specifying source, baud rate, and sample point.

CAN Triggering

Details trigger types for CAN version 2.0A/2.0B, including frames, errors, and specific IDs.

CAN Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring CAN serial decode data.

Interpreting CAN Decode

Explains color-coded decoded CAN data like Frame ID, DLC, and CRC.

CAN Totalizer

Measures bus quality and efficiency via counters for frames, errors, and bus utilization.

Searching for CAN Data in the Lister

How to search for specific CAN data types (ID, Data, Errors) within the Lister.

Setup for LIN Signals

Guides on connecting to LIN signals and specifying source, baud rate, and sample point.

LIN Triggering

Details trigger types for LIN signals, focusing on Sync Break and Frame ID.

LIN Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring LIN serial decode data.

Interpreting LIN Lister Data

Explains columns in the LIN Lister like ID, Data, and Checksum.

Searching for LIN Data in the Lister

How to search for specific LIN data types (ID, Data, Errors) within the Lister.

I2C/SPI Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for I2C Signals

Guides on connecting to I2C signals (SDA, SCL) and setting trigger levels.

I2C Triggering

Details trigger conditions for I2C like Start/Stop, Missing Ack, EEPROM Read, and Frame types.

I2C Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring I2C serial decode data.

Interpreting I2C Decode

Explains color-coded I2C decoded data like Address, Data, and Ack status.

Searching for I2C Data in the Lister

How to search for specific I2C data types (Missing Ack, Address, Restart) within the Lister.

Setup for SPI Signals

Guides on connecting to SPI signals (Clock, Data, Frame) and setting parameters.

SPI Triggering

Sets triggers on SPI data patterns occurring at the start of a frame.

SPI Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring SPI serial decode data.

Interpreting SPI Lister Data

Explains the Data column in the SPI Lister.

Searching for SPI Data in the Lister

How to search for specific SPI data types (Words, Hex digits) within the Lister.

I2S Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for I2S Signals

Guides on connecting to I2S signals (SCLK, WS, SDATA) and configuring bus parameters.

I2S Triggering

Details trigger conditions for I2S based on audio channel events and data word values.

I2S Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring I2S serial decode data.

Interpreting I2S Decode

Explains decoded I2S data, including channel data and errors.

Searching for I2S Data in the Lister

How to search for specific I2S data types (Equal, Not Equal, Errors) within the Lister.

FlexRay Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for FlexRay Signals

Guides on connecting to FlexRay signals and setting up baud rate and bus type.

FlexRay Triggering

Details trigger conditions for FlexRay frames, errors (CRC), and events (Wake-up, TSS, BSS).

FlexRay Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring FlexRay serial decode data.

Interpreting FlexRay Frame Decode

Explains color-coded FlexRay frame data like Frame ID, Payload Length, and CRC.

FlexRay Totalizer

Provides bus quality metrics via counters for frames, null frames, and sync frames.

Searching for FlexRay Data in the Lister

How to search for specific FlexRay data types (Frame ID, Cycle Number, Errors) within the Lister.

MIL-STD 1553 Triggering and Serial Decode

Probing MIL-STD 1553 Signals

Recommends using a differential active probe for probing MIL-STD 1553 signals.

Setup for MIL-STD 1553 Signals

Guides on setting up the oscilloscope for MIL-STD 1553 signals and using Auto Setup.

MIL-STD 1553 Triggering

Details trigger conditions for MIL-STD 1553 like Data Word Start/Stop, Command/Status, and Remote Terminal Address.

MIL-STD 1553 Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring MIL-STD 1553 serial decode data.

Interpreting MIL-STD 1553 Decode

Explains color-coded MIL-STD 1553 decoded data, including Command/Status and Data words.

Viewing MIL-STD 1553 Data in the Lister

Explains columns in the MIL-STD 1553 Lister like RTA, Word Type, and Data.

Searching for MIL-STD 1553 Data in the Lister

How to search for specific MIL-STD 1553 data types (Data Word Start, Remote Terminal Address) within the Lister.

UART/RS232 Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for UART/RS232 Signals

Guides on connecting to UART/RS232 signals (Rx, Tx) and setting parameters like baud rate and parity.

UART/RS232 Triggering

Details trigger conditions for UART/RS232 based on Rx/Tx Start/Stop bits, Data, and Parity errors.

UART/RS232 Serial Decode

Instructions for setting up and acquiring UART/RS232 serial decode data.

Interpreting UART/RS232 Decode

Explains decoded UART/RS232 data, including mid-level blue lines for idle bus.

Searching for UART/RS232 Data in the Lister

How to search for specific UART/RS232 data types (Rx Data, Parity Error) within the Lister.

Analyzing Data

Performing Mask Tests

Verifies waveform compliance to parameters using mask testing.

Create Mask from Golden Waveform (Automask)

Guides on creating a mask from a reference waveform using the Automask function.

Setup Options for Mask Tests

Configures mask test termination conditions like Run Until, Minimum # of Tests, Time, and Sigma.

Mask Test Trigger Output

Configures the rear panel trigger output based on mask test results (Pass/Fail).

Mask Statistics

Displays statistics like # of Tests, Status, Failures, and Sigma for mask tests.

Manually Modifying a Mask File

Explains how to create and edit mask files using a text editor.

Enabling Precision Measurements and Math

Activates precision modes for measurements and math functions using a larger record length.

Digital Channels

Connecting Digital Probes

Guides on connecting digital probe cables, ground leads, and grabbers to the DUT.

Acquiring Waveforms with Digital Channels

Explains how the oscilloscope samples and stores digital channel data based on logic thresholds.

Displaying Digital Channels using AutoScale

Quickly configures and displays digital channels using the AutoScale function.

Interpreting the Digital Waveform Display

Identifies elements of the digital waveform display like identifiers, activity indicators, and thresholds.

Switching Digital Channels On/Off

Controls the display of individual channels, groups, or all digital channels.

Changing Logic Thresholds for Digital Channels

Sets logic family presets (TTL, CMOS, ECL) or user-defined thresholds for digital channels.

Displaying Digital Channels as a Bus

Groups and displays digital channels as a bus, showing values in hex or binary.

Digital Channel Signal Fidelity

Discusses probe impedance and grounding issues affecting digital signal fidelity.

Best Probing Practices

Provides guidelines for good probing practices, including ground lead usage and high-speed measurements.

Replacing Digital Probe Leads

Instructions on how to replace digital probe leads and lists replacement parts.

Oscilloscope Utility Settings

Configuring the [Quick Action] Key

Assigns repetitive actions like Print, Save, or Recall to the [Quick Action] key.

Setting Oscilloscope Preferences

Specifies preferences for vertical expansion, antialiasing, screen saver, and autoscale options.

Setting Rear Panel Options

Configures the 10 MHz REF connector function and the TRIG OUT signal source.

Setting the Oscilloscope’s Clock

Sets the current date and time of day for time/date stamps.

Entering Licenses and Displaying License Information

Guides on installing license strings and viewing installed options.

Licensed Options Available

Lists available licensed options and their model numbers for installation.

Upgrading to an MSO

Instructions on installing a license to activate digital channels for MSO functionality.

Secure Environment Mode Option

Explains the secure environment mode for data erasure upon power-off.

Performing Service Tasks

Covers performing user calibration, self-tests, and cleaning the oscilloscope.

Reference

Specifications and Characteristics

Provides information on where to find complete, up-to-date specifications and characteristics.

Accessories Available

Lists available accessories for the 7000B Series Oscilloscopes.

Software and Firmware Updates

Guides on searching for and installing software and firmware updates for the oscilloscope.

Measurement Category Definitions

Defines measurement categories I, II, III, and IV, and their applicable measurement environments.

Transient Withstand Capability

Details maximum input voltages for analog and digital channels, including derating information.

Environmental Conditions

Specifies operating environment requirements like temperature, humidity, and altitude.

Binary Data (.bin) Format

Explains the structure and content of binary (.bin) waveform data files.

CSV and ASCII XY files

Describes the structure and content of CSV and ASCII XY waveform data files.

Acknowledgements

Provides licensing information for RealVNC software used in the oscilloscope.

Index

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