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Keysight Infiniium MXR Series User Manual

Keysight Infiniium MXR Series
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Keysight Infiniium
MXR/EXR-Series Real-Time
Oscilloscopes
User's Guide

Table of Contents

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Keysight Infiniium MXR Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKeysight
ModelInfiniium MXR Series
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notices

Safety Notices

Important warnings and precautions for safe operation and product maintenance.

Warranty

Infiniium MXR/EXR-Series Real-Time Oscilloscopes—At a Glance

In This Guide

1 Setting Up

Inspecting Package Contents

Steps to verify received items and check for shipping damage.

Environmental Characteristics

Operating and non-operating conditions for temperature, humidity, and altitude.

Positioning for Proper Airflow

Guidelines for placing the oscilloscope to ensure adequate ventilation.

Tilting the Oscilloscope for Easier Viewing

How to adjust the oscilloscope's tilt for optimal visibility.

Connecting Accessories and a LAN Cable to the Oscilloscope

Instructions for connecting peripherals and network cables to the unit.

Connecting Power to the Oscilloscope

Procedure for safely connecting the oscilloscope to a power source.

Turning On the Oscilloscope

Steps to power on the oscilloscope and understand its initial startup.

Changing the Administrator Password

Guidance on securing the oscilloscope by changing the default password.

2 Getting Started

Front Panel Connectors

Description and location of input/output ports on the front of the oscilloscope.

Side Panel Connectors

Description and location of motherboard I/O and other connectors on the side panel.

Digital channels connector

Details about the connector for digital channels, including MSO option.

GEN OUT

Description of the General Purpose Output connector for waveform signals.

AUX OUT

Description of the Auxiliary Output connector for various signal types.

10 MHz REF IN (50Ω)

Function of the 10 MHz reference input for timebase synchronization.

10 MHz REF OUT (50Ω)

Function of the 10 MHz reference output for external synchronization.

AUX TRIG IN (50Ω)

Description of the Auxiliary Trigger Input connector for triggering on external signals.

TRIG OUT

Description of the Trigger Output connector for external trigger events.

Knobs and Keys on the Front Panel

Overview of the front panel controls, including knobs and function keys.

Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Explanation of the oscilloscope's on-screen display and user interface elements.

Connecting Oscilloscope Probes

Instructions on how to connect probes to the oscilloscope channels.

Verifying Basic Oscilloscope Operation

Step-by-step guide to confirm the oscilloscope is functioning correctly.

Default Setup and Autoscale

How to reset to default settings or automatically scale the display.

Starting and Stopping Waveform Acquisitions

Procedures for initiating, pausing, and stopping data acquisition.

Clearing the Waveform Display

How to clear the screen to prepare for new acquisitions.

Adjusting the Horizontal Settings

Controls for setting the timebase scale and position of waveforms.

Adjusting the horizontal trigger position (delay)

How to adjust the trigger point relative to the acquired waveform data.

Magnifying a part of the waveform using Zoom

Using the zoom function to view specific sections of the waveform.

Using the Navigate Controls

Features for navigating through acquisition history and segmented data.

Setting the scale, position, and timebase reference point

Adjusting horizontal parameters and defining the timebase reference.

Adjusting the Vertical Settings

Controls for setting the vertical scale and offset for analog channels.

Turning an analog channel on or off

How to enable or disable individual analog channel displays.

Adjusting an analog channel's vertical scale and offset

Fine-tuning the vertical display parameters for each analog channel.

Trigger Level and Other Controls

Controls related to trigger settings and other front panel functions.

Entry Knob

Description of the multi-function knob for adjusting values in dialog boxes.

[Multi Purpose] Key

Functionality of the configurable multi-purpose key for quick actions.

Setting Up Triggers

Configuration options for different types of trigger conditions.

Waveform Generator

Using the built-in generator to create various signal waveforms.

Saving and Printing

How to capture and save screen images or print measurement data.

Using the Touch Screen

Utilizing touch gestures for oscilloscope operation and parameter adjustment.

Using Markers

Displaying and adjusting markers for precise waveform measurements.

Making Measurements

Procedures for performing automated measurements on waveforms.

Using Quick Measurements

Utilizing preset measurements for rapid analysis.

Using Digital Channels and Protocol Decode

Operating digital channels and decoding serial communication protocols.

3 Demos and Online Help

Using the Demo Wizard

How to use the built-in demo wizard to explore oscilloscope features.

Accessing the Online Help

Methods for accessing the oscilloscope's integrated help system.

4 Other Oscilloscope Tasks

Changing Windows Operating System Settings

Guidance on modifying OS settings without affecting oscilloscope operation.

Installing Application Programs on Infiniium

Instructions for installing compatible third-party software on the oscilloscope.

Forcing a Default Setup

Steps to perform a full reset to factory default settings when issues arise.

Hard Drive Recovery

Procedures for recovering the oscilloscope's hard drive in case of failure.

Cleaning the Oscilloscope

Safe methods for cleaning the oscilloscope's external surfaces.

5 Calibrating the Oscilloscope

When to Perform a User Calibration

Criteria for determining when a user calibration is necessary.

Equipment Required

List of necessary equipment for performing calibration procedures.

Calibration Time

Estimated time required to complete the user calibration process.

Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for performing a user calibration.

6 Testing Performance

Performance Verification General Information

Overview of performance testing procedures and intervals.

Input Impedance Test

Procedure to verify the oscilloscope's input impedance accuracy.

Offset Accuracy Test

Test to measure the accuracy of the vertical offset setting.

DC Gain Accuracy Test

Procedure to verify the accuracy of the DC gain measurement.

Analog Bandwidth—Maximum Frequency Test

Test to measure the oscilloscope's analog bandwidth performance.

Time Scale Accuracy (TSA) Test

Procedure to verify the accuracy of the oscilloscope's timebase.

Performance Test Record

Template for recording test results and limits.

7 Troubleshooting

Verifying Basic Operation

Steps to confirm the oscilloscope is functioning correctly after startup.

Run the oscilloscope self tests

Performing internal diagnostic tests to check system functionality.

Run the keyboard, LED, and touch screen self tests

Specific self-tests for front panel components and touch screen.

To test the front panel LED indicators

Procedure to verify the functionality of all front panel LED indicators.

To verify correct touch screen operation

Steps to confirm the responsiveness and accuracy of the touch screen.

Run a user calibration

Instructions for performing a self-calibration to optimize performance.

Verify system performance

Procedures to ensure the oscilloscope meets all warranted specifications.

Before You Contact Keysight

Information to gather and save before contacting technical support.

Returning the Oscilloscope to Keysight for Service

Steps and information required for sending the oscilloscope for repair.

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