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Agilent Technologies InfiniiVision 3000 X-Series User Manual

Agilent Technologies InfiniiVision 3000 X-Series
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Agilent InfiniiVision
3000 X-Series
Oscilloscopes
User's Guide

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Agilent Technologies InfiniiVision 3000 X-Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Vertical Resolution8 bits
Operating Temperature0 °C to 50 °C
Channels2 or 4
Display8.5-inch WVGA (800 x 480)
Input Impedance1 MΩ ± 1%
Trigger ModesEdge, Pulse Width
FFTYes
Weight5.5 lbs
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Summary

Notices

Warranty

Details Agilent's warranty terms for the manual content.

Technology Licenses

Outlines terms for using software and hardware under license.

Restricted Rights Legend

Specifies US Government use, duplication, and disclosure rights.

Safety Notices

Highlights hazards and precautions for safe operation.

Oscilloscopes at a Glance

Key Features and Models

Overview of 3000 X-Series oscilloscope models, bandwidths, and sample rates.

Getting Started

Inspect Package Contents

Guide to verifying all items are present and undamaged in the shipment.

Install Optional LAN/VGA or GPIB Module

Instructions for installing communication modules in the rear panel.

Power On Oscilloscope

Steps for connecting power and turning on the instrument.

Connect Probes to Oscilloscope

Procedures for connecting probes to input channels.

Compensate Passive Probes

Steps to ensure accurate measurements by calibrating probe compensation.

Learn Front Panel Controls and Connectors

Identifies and explains the function of front panel keys and ports.

Learn Rear Panel Connectors

Identifies and explains the function of rear panel ports and connectors.

Learn Oscilloscope Display

Explains the different areas and indicators of the oscilloscope's display.

Access Built-In Quick Help

How to use the oscilloscope's context-sensitive help system.

Horizontal Controls

Adjust Horizontal Scale (Time/div)

How to set the time base for viewing waveforms.

Adjust Horizontal Delay (Position)

How to set the horizontal position of the trigger point.

Panning and Zooming Acquisitions

Techniques for moving and magnifying waveforms after acquisition.

Change Horizontal Time Mode

How to select Normal, XY, or Roll display modes.

Searching for Events

How to find specific events within acquired data using search criteria.

Vertical Controls

Adjust Vertical Scale

Steps to set the vertical sensitivity (volts/division) for analog channels.

Adjust Vertical Position

How to move waveforms up or down on the display.

Specify Channel Coupling

How to set input coupling to AC or DC for analog channels.

Specify Channel Input Impedance

How to set analog channel impedance to 50 Ohm or 1 MOhm.

Setting Analog Channel Probe Options

How to configure probe parameters like attenuation and units.

Math Waveforms

Display Math Waveforms

How to enable and view math functions on analog channels.

Perform Transforms or Filters on Arithmetic Operation

How to apply operations like FFT, integrate, or filters to waveforms.

Adjust Math Waveform Scale and Offset

How to manually adjust the display of math waveform results.

Reference Waveforms

Save Waveform to Reference Location

Procedures for saving waveforms to the oscilloscope's internal reference memory.

Display Reference Waveform

How to view saved reference waveforms for comparison.

Save/Recall Reference Waveform Files to/from USB Storage

Managing reference waveforms using USB devices.

Digital Channels

Connect Digital Probes to Device Under Test

Steps for physically connecting digital probes to the DUT.

Acquiring Waveforms Using Digital Channels

How to capture data from digital channels.

Display Digital Channels Using AutoScale

Automatic setup for optimal display of digital channel data.

Change Logic Threshold for Digital Channels

How to set the voltage threshold for digital signal interpretation.

Display Digital Channels as a Bus

How to group digital channels for bus display in hex or binary.

Digital Channel Signal Fidelity: Probe Impedance and Grounding

Factors affecting signal accuracy and proper probing techniques.

Serial Decode

Serial Decode Options

Overview of available serial protocol decoding licenses and capabilities.

Lister

Using the Lister tool to investigate protocol failures in a tabular format.

Searching Lister Data

How to find specific events or data within serial decode logs.

Display Settings

Adjust Waveform Intensity

How to control the brightness of waveforms for better visibility of details.

Set or Clear Persistence

Configuring display persistence modes (Off, Infinite, Variable) to view waveform behavior.

Freeze the Display

How to capture a static image of the current waveform without stopping acquisition.

Labels

Turn Label Display On or Off

How to show or hide channel labels on the oscilloscope display.

Assign Predefined Label to Channel

Assigning standard labels from a library to specific channels.

Define a New Label

Creating custom labels for channels using the oscilloscope interface.

Reset Label Library to Factory Default

Restoring the label library to its original factory configuration.

Triggers

Adjusting the Trigger Level

How to set the voltage level for analog and digital signal triggers.

Edge Trigger

Configuring triggers based on signal edge slope and level.

Pulse Width Trigger

Setting up triggers to capture pulses of a specific width.

Pattern Trigger

Triggering based on a specific sequence of channel states or bus values.

Video Trigger

Setting up triggers for standard analog video signals.

USB Trigger

Configuring triggers for USB protocol events like Start/End of Packet.

Serial Trigger

Setting up triggers for various serial communication protocols.

Trigger Mode/Coupling

Select Auto or Normal Trigger Mode

Choosing between automatic triggering or waiting for specific conditions.

Select Trigger Coupling

Setting the input coupling for the trigger path (DC, AC, LF Reject, TV).

Set Trigger Holdoff

Configuring the time delay before re-arming the trigger circuit.

External Trigger Input

Using the rear panel EXT TRIG IN connector as a trigger source.

Acquisition Control

Running, Stopping, and Making Single Acquisitions (Run Control)

Managing the oscilloscope's acquisition process using Run/Stop and Single keys.

Selecting the Acquisition Mode

Choosing between Normal, Peak Detect, Averaging, and High Resolution modes.

Acquiring to Segmented Memory

Capturing infrequent or burst signals efficiently by dividing memory into segments.

Cursors

Make Cursor Measurements

Procedures for placing and adjusting cursors for custom measurements.

Cursor Examples

Demonstrations of using cursors for various measurement tasks.

Measurements

Make Automatic Measurements

Steps to initiate automatic measurements on waveforms.

Voltage Measurements

Details on performing measurements like Amplitude, Peak-Peak, and RMS.

Time Measurements

Details on performing measurements like Period, Rise Time, and Pulse Width.

Measurement Thresholds

How to define vertical levels for accurate measurement calculations.

Measurement Statistics

Viewing statistical data (mean, std dev, count) for measurements.

Mask Testing

Create Mask from "Golden" Waveform (Automask)

Automatically generating a mask based on a reference waveform.

Mask Test Setup Options

Configuring parameters for mask testing, like run conditions and error actions.

Mask Statistics

Displaying and analyzing the results of mask tests.

Manually Modify a Mask File

Editing mask definition files on a PC and loading them onto the oscilloscope.

Digital Voltmeter

Use the Digital Voltmeter

Steps to enable and configure the DVM analysis feature for voltage and frequency.

Waveform Generator

Select Generated Waveform Types and Settings

Choosing and configuring standard waveform types like Sine, Square, and Ramp.

Edit Arbitrary Waveforms

Creating and defining custom waveforms by setting points and levels.

Use Waveform Generator Logic Presets

Applying predefined voltage levels for common logic families (TTL, CMOS, ECL).

Add Modulation to Waveform Generator Output

Configuring AM, FM, and FSK modulation for the carrier signal.

Save/Recall (Setups, Screens, Data)

Saving Setups, Screen Images, or Data

Procedures for saving oscilloscope configurations, images, and waveform data.

Recalling Setups, Masks, or Data

Procedures for loading previously saved configurations, masks, or waveform data.

Recalling Default Setups

Restoring the oscilloscope to its factory or default settings.

Performing a Secure Erase

Securely clearing all non-volatile memory and rebooting the instrument.

Print (Screens)

Print the Oscilloscope's Display

How to connect a printer and print the current screen image.

Set Up Network Printer Connections

Configuring the oscilloscope to print to a network printer.

Specify the Print Options

Customizing print output, including setup information and graticule inversion.

Utility Settings

I/O Interface Settings

Configuring USB, LAN, and GPIB interfaces for remote control and data transfer.

Set Up Oscilloscope's LAN Connection

Steps to connect the oscilloscope to a network via LAN.

File Explorer

Navigating and managing files on internal storage and USB devices.

Set Oscilloscope Preferences

Customizing general oscilloscope behavior like display, screen saver, and AutoScale.

Performing Service Tasks

Accessing self-tests, calibration, and cleaning procedures.

Add Annotation

Adding text notes to the oscilloscope display for documentation.

Web Interface

Accessing the Web Interface

How to connect to the oscilloscope's web server using a browser.

Browser Web Control

Navigating and using the web interface's remote control features.

Save/Recall via Web Interface

Saving and recalling oscilloscope files through the web interface.

Get Image

Capturing and saving oscilloscope screen images via the web interface.

Setting a Password

Securing the oscilloscope's network access by setting a password.

Reference

Specifications and Characteristics

Detailed technical specifications and performance characteristics of the oscilloscope.

Measurement Category

Defining safety categories (I, II, III, IV) for oscilloscope measurements.

Environmental Conditions

Operating and non-operating temperature, humidity, and altitude limits.

Probes and Accessories

Information on compatible probes, accessories, and their specifications.

Loading Licenses and Displaying License Information

Procedures for installing and viewing software licenses.

Software and Firmware Updates

How to update the oscilloscope's software and firmware.

Binary Data (.bin) Format

Structure and details of binary waveform data files for export.

Binary Data in MATLAB

How to import binary data into MATLAB for analysis.

Binary Header Format

Explanation of the structure and fields within binary file headers.

CAN/LIN Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for CAN Signals

Steps to configure the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding CAN bus signals.

CAN Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions specific to CAN protocol messages.

CAN Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded CAN bus data on the display.

Setup for LIN Signals

Steps to configure the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding LIN bus signals.

LIN Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions specific to LIN protocol messages.

LIN Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded LIN bus data on the display.

FlexRay Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for FlexRay Signals

Configuring the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding FlexRay bus signals.

FlexRay Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions specific to FlexRay protocol frames, errors, or events.

FlexRay Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded FlexRay bus data on the display.

I2C/SPI Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for I2C Signals

Configuring the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding I2C bus signals.

I2C Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions specific to I2C protocol events like Start/Stop conditions.

I2C Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded I2C bus data on the display.

Setup for SPI Signals

Configuring the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding SPI bus signals.

SPI Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions specific to SPI protocol data patterns.

SPI Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded SPI bus data on the display.

I2S Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for I2S Signals

Configuring the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding I2S bus signals.

I2S Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions specific to I2S protocol data values or errors.

I2S Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded I2S bus data on the display.

MIL-STD-1553/ARINC 429 Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for MIL-STD-1553 Signals

Configuring the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding MIL-STD-1553 signals.

MIL-STD-1553 Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions for MIL-STD-1553 protocol data words or errors.

MIL-STD-1553 Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded MIL-STD-1553 data on the display.

Setup for ARINC 429 Signals

Configuring the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding ARINC 429 signals.

ARINC 429 Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions specific to ARINC 429 protocol labels or errors.

ARINC 429 Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded ARINC 429 data on the display.

UART/RS232 Triggering and Serial Decode

Setup for UART/RS232 Signals

Configuring the oscilloscope for capturing and decoding UART/RS232 serial signals.

UART/RS232 Triggering

Setting up trigger conditions for UART/RS232 serial data, stop bits, or parity errors.

UART/RS232 Serial Decode

Enabling and interpreting decoded UART/RS232 serial data on the display.

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