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LeCroy WaveSurfer 400 Series

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LeCroy Color Digital Oscilloscopes
WaveSurfer 400 Series
Service Manual
Version A- September 2004
WAVESURFER-SM-E ECO 1

Table of Contents

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LeCroy WaveSurfer 400 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels2 or 4
Input CouplingAC, DC, GND
Input Impedance1 MΩ
Trigger TypesEdge, Pulse Width, State, Interval, Dropout, Runt
Display TypeColor LCD
Vertical Resolution8-bit
InterfaceUSB
Display10.4" touchscreen

Summary

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1. Warranty and Product Support

Details warranty, product support, and assistance.

2. General Information

Covers installation, operation, and safety guidelines.

3. Specifications

Outlines technical specifications for the oscilloscope models.

4. Theory of Operation

4.1 System Block Diagram

Provides a high-level block diagram of the oscilloscope system.

4.2 Main Board

Details the components and functions of the main circuit board.

4.2.1 Front End

Explains the analog signal processing front-end circuitry.

4.2.2 Analog to Digital Converter

Describes the ADC system based on HAM631.

4.2.3 Trigger

Details the trigger system components (HTR420, MST429A).

4.2.4 Time Base

Explains the time base circuits (MCG426, MTB411A, TDC, MST429A).

4.2.5 Calibrator

Describes the functions of the calibrator circuit.

4.2.6 SCAN DAC

Outlines functions of the SCAN DAC.

4.2.7 MAIN BOARD CONTROL

Details functions of the main board control system.

4.3 Computer

Describes the oscilloscope's processor, OS, memory, and interfaces.

4.4 PCI Card

Explains the PCI card's interface and functions.

4.4.2 Local bus for acquisition

Details the local buses for acquisition data and control.

4.4.3 Dallas OneWire Interface

Describes the Dallas OneWire interface for scope ID.

4.4.4 Audio amplifire

Explains the audio amplifier for the internal speaker.

4.5 Front Panel

Describes the front panel assemblies (panel board, keyboard).

4.5.1 Key board

Details the front panel keyboard assembly components.

4.5.2 Panel Board

Explains the panel board functions (encoders, touchscreen).

4.6 Display and Touchscreen

Covers the LCD module, backlight inverter, and touchscreen.

4.7 Power Supply

Details the oscilloscope's power supply unit.

4.7.1 Input Voltages

Specifies the supported AC input voltage ranges.

4.7.2 Output Voltages

Lists the various output voltages provided by the power supply.

4.7.3 Basic Operation

Explains the basic operation of the power supply converters.

4.7.3.5 +5 VANA and 2.5 V DCDC (Daughter Board)

Describes the DC/DC converters for +5VANA and 2.5V.

4.7.3.6 +9 and 12 V DCDC (Daughter Board)

Details DC/DC converters for +9V and +12V.

4.7.3.7 -5 V and -12 V Forward converter

Explains the forward converter for -5V and -12V.

4.7.3.8 Filter Circuits (Daughter Boards)

Describes filter circuits for analog outputs.

4.7.4 Connector Assignments

Lists power supply connector assignments.

4.7.5 Output Voltage Adjustment Range

Explains how to adjust output voltage ranges.

4.7.6 +5 VSB Standby Supply Rail

Details the +5VSB standby supply rail.

4.7.7 Control

Lists the required control signals for the power supply.

4.7.8 Over-Current Protection

Describes the over-current protection mechanisms.

4.7.9 Over-Temperature Protection

Explains the over-temperature protection features.

4.7.10 Over-Voltage Protection

Details the over-voltage protection features.

5. Performance Verification

5.1 Introduction

Introduces procedures for verifying oscilloscope performance.

5.1.1 List of Tested Characteristics

Lists quantifiable performance limits to be tested.

5.1.2 Calibration Cycle

Specifies the recommended calibration cycle.

5.2 Test Equipment Required

Lists necessary external test equipment for verification.

5.4 Input Impedance

Details input impedance characteristics.

5.4.1 Channel Input Impedance

Details procedures for measuring channel input impedance.

5.4.2 External Trigger Input Impedance

Outlines procedures for measuring external trigger input impedance.

5.5 Leakage Current

Details leakage current specifications.

5.5.1 Channel Leakage Current

Details procedures for measuring channel leakage current.

5.5.2 External Trigger Leakage Current

Outlines procedures for measuring external trigger leakage current.

5.6 Peak-Peak Noise Level

Details specifications and procedures for peak-peak noise.

5.7 DC Accuracy

Details DC accuracy specifications.

5.7.1 Positive DC Accuracy

Details the procedure for measuring positive DC accuracy.

5.7.2 Negative DC Accuracy

Details the procedure for measuring negative DC accuracy.

5.8 Offset Accuracy

Details offset accuracy specifications.

5.8.1 Positive Offset Accuracy

Details the procedure for measuring positive offset accuracy.

5.8.2 Negative Offset Accuracy

Details the procedure for measuring negative offset accuracy.

5.9 Bandwidth

Details bandwidth specifications.

5.9.1 Description

Explains the purpose and method for testing bandwidth.

5.10 Trigger Level

Details trigger level specifications.

5.10.1 Description

Describes tested trigger capabilities.

5.10.2 Channel Trigger at 0 Division Threshold

Details trigger level testing at 0 division threshold.

5.10.3 Channel Trigger at +2.5 Divisions Threshold

Details trigger level testing at +2.5 division threshold.

5.10.4 Channel Trigger at 2.5 Divisions Threshold

Details trigger level testing at -2.5 division threshold.

5.11 Time Base Accuracy

Details time base accuracy specifications.

5.11.1 Description

Explains the time base accuracy test setup.

5.11.2 Clock Verification Procedure

Details the procedure for verifying clock accuracy.

6. Maintenance

6.1 Introduction

Outlines information for disassembly, assembly, and maintenance.

6.1.1 Safety Precautions

Details safety measures to avoid injury and instrument damage.

6.1.2 Anti-static Precautions

Advises on precautions against static electricity for component handling.

6.3 Software Update Procedure

Describes steps for updating the oscilloscope's software.

6.3.2 Software End User License Agreement

Presents the EULA for the X-Stream software.

6.3.3 Installing Device Drivers

Guides on installing necessary device drivers.

6.3.4 Restoring the Operating System

Provides steps to restore the oscilloscope's operating system.

6.4 Board Exchange Procedure

Covers procedures for replacing circuit boards.

6.4.2.4 Creating a network-ready startup disk

Details how to create a startup disk for network operations.

6.4.2.5 Updating the hard disk (through a network)

Guides on updating the hard disk via network.

6.4.2.6 Setup at the first startup

Outlines steps for initial setup after hard disk update.

6.4.2.7 Validating the software

Describes how to validate the installed software.

6.4.2.8 Initialization of panel setup

Guides on initializing the panel setup.

6.4.2.9 BIOS setting

Details the necessary BIOS settings for system operation.

6.5 Battery Exchange Procedure

Provides steps for exchanging the system battery.

6.6 Update BIOS

Guides on updating the system BIOS.

6.7 Equipment and Spare Parts Recommended for Service

Lists recommended test equipment and spare parts.

6.8 Service Menu

Details how to access and use the service menu.

6.8.1 Accessing Service Menu

Explains how to access the service menu.

6.8.2 Mainframe Tests

Describes mainframe tests to perform.

6.9 Calibration Procedures

Details calibration procedures for the system.

6.9.1 System Power Supply Calibration Procedure

Details the procedure for calibrating the system's power supply.

6.9.2 Touch Screen Calibration Procedure

Guides on calibrating the touch screen interface.

6.9.3 FrontACQ System Adjustments

Covers front/ACQ system adjustments.

6.9.3.2 Front end adjustment

Details front-end adjustments like channel offset and gain.

6.9.3.2.3 Attenuator phase adjustment

Explains attenuator phase adjustment procedures.

6.9.3.2.4 Input capacitance adjustment

Details input capacitance adjustment steps.

6.9.3.2.5 EXT10 phase adjustment

Covers EXT10 phase adjustment.

6.9.3.2.6 High-speed waveform adjustment

Outlines adjustments for high-speed waveform characteristics.

6.9.3.3 TDC adjustment

Details TDC adjustment procedures.

6.9.3.4 Trigger delay adjustment

Explains trigger delay adjustment steps.

6.9.3.5 Trigger hysteresis adjustment

Details trigger hysteresis adjustment.

6.9.3.6 Event trigger delay adjustment

Explains event trigger delay adjustment.

6.9.3.7 Odd path adjustment

Details odd path adjustment for signal integrity.

6.9.3.8 Trigger analog time adjustment

Guides on adjusting trigger analog time.

6.9.3.9 Adjustment of time difference between channels

Explains how to adjust time difference between channels.

6.9.3.10 Speaker volume adjustment

Details how to adjust speaker volume.

6.10 Troubleshooting and Flow Charts

Provides troubleshooting information and flow charts.

6.10.1 Introduction

Introduces troubleshooting information for qualified personnel.

6.10.2 Repair Level

Defines repair levels and board exchange policies.

6.10.3 Initial Troubleshooting

Provides a flowchart for initial troubleshooting steps.

6.10.4 Power Supply Problem

Offers troubleshooting steps for power supply issues.

6.10.5 No Display (Internal or External)

Provides troubleshooting for display issues.

6.10.6 Internal Display Problem

Details troubleshooting steps for internal display malfunctions.

6.10.7 Boot Up Sequence

Outlines the oscilloscope's boot-up sequence and troubleshooting.

6.10.8 Front Panel Controls or Touch Screen Does not Operate

Guides troubleshooting for unresponsive front panel controls or touch screen.

6.10.9 Timebase Problem

Offers troubleshooting steps for timebase issues.

6.10.10 Remote Control Problem

Guides troubleshooting for remote control communication issues.

6.10.11 Vertical Accuracy Problem

Provides troubleshooting steps for vertical accuracy issues.

6.10.12 Bandwidth Problem

Offers troubleshooting steps for bandwidth related problems.

6.10.13 Line Trigger Problem

Guides troubleshooting for line trigger issues.

7 Mechanical Parts & Removal

7.1 Over All Replaceable Parts

Lists all replaceable parts with part numbers and descriptions.

7.2 Over All Block Diagram

Shows a block diagram of the oscilloscope's main components.

7.3 Disassembly Flow Charts

Provides flowcharts for disassembling the instrument.

7.4 OUTER Replaceable Parts

Lists replaceable parts located on the outer casing.

7.5 REAR & SIDE Replaceable Parts

Lists replaceable parts on the rear and side panels.

7.6 FRONT PANEL ASSEMBLY

Details the components and parts of the front panel assembly.

D. Removal of the Front Panel Assembly

Guides on how to remove the front panel assembly.

E. Removal of the Front Panel Assembly Parts

Details removal of individual parts from the front panel assembly.

7.7 FRONT PANEL ASSY

Lists parts related to the front panel assembly.

7.8 FRAME Replaceable Parts (MAIN BOARD, POWER BOARD, CPU BOARD)

Lists replaceable parts for the main frame assemblies.

F. Removal & Parts of the HDD

Guides on removing and replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD).

G. Removal & Parts of the PCI BOARD

Details removing and replacing the PCI Board.

H. Removal of the Power Supply Assembly

Provides steps for removing the power supply assembly.

I. Removal of the MAIN Board

Guides on removing the main board.

J. Removal of the CPU Board

Details the procedure for removing the CPU board.

K Remove of the PFC CIRCUIT

Explains how to remove the PFC circuit.

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