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Rigol DG4000 Series User Manual

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RIGOL
User’s Guide
DG4000 Series Function/Arbitrary
Waveform Generator
Sept. 2011
RIGOL Technologies, Inc.

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Rigol DG4000 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRigol
ModelDG4000 Series
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Guaranty and Declaration

Copyright

Legal statement about content ownership.

Trademark Information

Information about RIGOL's registered trademark.

Publication Number

Identifier for the manual.

Notices

Legal disclaimers and usage restrictions.

Product Certification

Conformance to standards.

Contact Us

Information for customer support.

Safety Requirement

General Safety Summary

Key safety precautions before operation.

Use Proper Power Cord

Importance of using the correct power cord.

Ground The Instrument

Essential step for electrical safety.

Observe All Terminal Ratings

Adhering to device ratings to prevent hazards.

Use Proper Overvoltage Protection

Measures to protect against overvoltage.

Change The Power Fuse

Procedure for power fuse replacement.

Do Not Operate Without Covers

Warning against operating with panels removed.

Avoid Circuit or Wire Exposure

Precaution against touching exposed components.

Safety Requirement (Continued)

Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures

Procedure for handling suspected instrument failures.

Keep Well Ventilation

Importance of adequate ventilation for device health.

Do Not Operate In Wet Conditions

Warning against operating in humid environments.

Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere

Precaution for hazardous environments.

Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry

Maintaining surface cleanliness for device integrity.

Electrostatic Prevention

Measures to prevent electrostatic discharge damage.

Handling Safety

Care during transportation to prevent damage.

Safety Requirement (Continued)

Safety Terms and Symbols

Explanation of terms and symbols used for safety.

General Care and Cleaning

General Care

Advice on instrument storage and environmental conditions.

Cleaning

Steps for cleaning the instrument's exterior.

Environmental Considerations

Product End-of-Life Handling

Guidance on recycling and responsible disposal.

DG4000 Series Overview

Main Features

Key functionalities and capabilities of the DG4000 series.

Document Overview

Subjects in this Manual

Lists the main chapters and their topics.

Chapter 1 Quick Start

General Inspection

Checks for shipping damage, instrument condition, and accessories.

To Adjust the Supporting Legs

Instructions for unfolding or folding the instrument's support legs.

Dimensions

Graphical representation of the instrument's physical size.

Front Panel

Description of the instrument's front panel controls and indicators.

Rear Panel

Description of the instrument's rear panel connectors and inputs.

To Connect to Power

Procedure for connecting the instrument to AC power.

User Interface

Explanation of the instrument's display elements and status indicators.

Parameter Setting Method

How to input parameters using the numeric keyboard and knob.

Direction keys and Knob

Functionality of navigation keys and the rotary knob.

To Use the Built-In Help

Accessing context-sensitive help information.

To Use the Security Lock

Instructions for securing the instrument at a fixed location.

To Use the Rack Mount Kit

Procedures for installing the instrument in a 19-inch rack.

Chapter 2 Basic Waveform Output

To Select Output Channel

How to choose between CH1, CH2, or dual-channel output.

To Select Basic Waveform

Selecting Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, or Noise waveforms.

To Set Frequency

Adjusting the frequency parameter for output waveforms.

To Set Amplitude

Setting the amplitude of the output waveform.

To Set DC Offset Voltage

Adjusting the DC offset for the waveform.

To Set Start Phase

Setting the initial phase of the waveform.

Align Phase

Synchronizing the phase of two output channels.

To Set Duty Cycle

Adjusting the duty cycle for square waveforms.

To Set Symmetry

Adjusting the symmetry for ramp waveforms.

To Set Parameters for Pulse

Configuring pulse width, edge times, and delay.

To Enable Output

Activating the waveform output from the selected channel.

Basic Waveform Output Example

Step-by-step guide to generating a specific pulse waveform.

Chapter 3 Arbitrary Waveform Output

To Enable Arbitrary Waveform

Activating the arbitrary waveform generation function.

Step-By-Step Output Mode

Enabling sequential output of waveform points.

To Select Arbitrary Waveform

Choosing from built-in, stored, or volatile arbitrary waveforms.

To Create New Arbitrary Waveform

Defining custom waveforms using points or blocks.

To Edit Arbitrary Waveform

Modifying existing built-in or stored arbitrary waveforms.

Chapter 4 Harmonic Output

Overview

Understanding harmonic generation based on Fourier transform.

To Set Fundamental Waveform Parameters

Configuring base waveform settings for harmonic output.

To Set Harmonic Order

Specifying the highest order of harmonic to be generated.

To Select Harmonic Type

Choosing between even, odd, all, or user-defined harmonic orders.

To Set Harmonic Amplitude

Adjusting the amplitude for each harmonic order.

To Set Harmonic Phase

Setting the phase for each harmonic order.

Chapter 5 Modulated Waveform Output

AM

Amplitude Modulation configuration.

FM

Frequency Modulation configuration.

PM

Phase Modulation configuration.

ASK

Amplitude Shift Keying modulation setup.

FSK

Frequency Shift Keying modulation setup.

PSK

Phase Shift Keying modulation setup.

BPSK

Binary Phase Shift Keying modulation setup.

QPSK

Quadrature Phase Shift Keying modulation setup.

3FSK

3-Frequency Shift Keying modulation setup.

4FSK

4-Frequency Shift Keying modulation setup.

OSK

Oscillation Shift Keying modulation setup.

PWM

Pulse Width Modulation setup.

Chapter 6 Sweep

To Enable Frequency Sweep

Activating the frequency sweep function.

Start Frequency and End Frequency

Setting the start and end points for frequency sweep.

Center Frequency and Frequency Span

Defining sweep boundaries using center frequency and span.

Sweep Type

Selecting between Linear, Log, or Step sweep modes.

Sweep Time

Setting the duration for the frequency sweep.

Return Time

Time taken to return to start frequency after sweep completion.

Mark Frequency

Setting a specific frequency point for a mark signal.

Start Hold

Duration output stays at the start frequency after sweep begins.

End Hold

Duration output stays at the end frequency after sweep completes.

Sweep Trigger Source

Selecting internal, external, or manual trigger for sweep.

Trigger Output Edge

Configuring the edge type for trigger output signals.

Chapter 7 Burst

To Enable Burst Mode

Activating the burst output function.

Burst Type

Selecting N Cycle, Infinite, or Gated burst modes.

Burst Phase

Setting the starting phase of the burst waveform.

Burst Period

Time between consecutive bursts (N Cycle, internal trigger).

Gated Polarity

Polarity setting for gated burst mode.

Burst Delay

Time from trigger to burst start (N Cycle, Infinite).

Burst Trigger Source

Selecting internal, external, or manual trigger for burst.

Trigger Output Edge

Configuring the edge type for trigger output signals.

Chapter 8 Counter

To Enable the Counter

Activating the frequency counter function.

To Set the Counter

Configuring trigger sensitivity, level, impedance, and coupling.

Statistic

Enabling and configuring statistical analysis of measurements.

Chapter 9 Store and Recall

Storage System Overview

Understanding internal (C Disk) and external (D Disk) memory.

To Select File Type

Choosing between State, Arb, Txt, Csv, or All file types.

To Select Browser Type

Switching between directory and file browsing modes.

File Operation

Performing Save, Read, Copy, Paste, Delete, and New Directory operations.

Chapter 10 Utility and System Settings

Overview

Accessing the Utility menu for configuration.

Channel Setting

Configuring channel-specific parameters like Sync and Polarity.

To Configure the Remote Interface

Setting up USB and LAN parameters for remote control.

System Setting

Adjusting system-wide parameters like language and display format.

Print

Saving screen content to USB storage.

Channel Coupling

Linking parameters (frequency, phase, amplitude) between channels.

Channel Copy

Copying or swapping channel states or waveform data.

User-defined Waveform Key

Assigning a shortcut key to a frequently used waveform.

Restore Default

Resetting the instrument to factory or user-preset states.

Chapter 11 Remote Control

Remote Control Overview

Communicating with the instrument via USB or LAN using SCPI.

Remote Control Mode

Controlling the instrument via programming or PC software.

User-defined Programming

Using SCPI commands with NI-VISA for control.

To Use PC Software

Controlling the instrument using PC software like Ultra Sigma.

Chapter 12 Troubleshooting

Screen Issues

Solutions for a dark or blank screen after power-on.

No Waveform Generation

Troubleshooting when settings are correct but no output occurs.

USB Storage Device Recognition

Steps to resolve issues with USB device recognition.

Chapter 13 Specifications

Model and General Specs

Overview of channels, frequency, and sample rate.

Waveforms

List of standard and arbitrary waveform types supported.

Frequency Characteristics

Detailed frequency ranges for different waveform types.

Signal Characteristics

Specs for rise/fall time, overshoot, duty cycle, jitter for Square, Ramp, Pulse.

Arb

Specifications for arbitrary waveform length, resolution, and sample rate.

Harmonic

Harmonic order, type, amplitude, and phase settings.

Output Characteristics

Amplitude range, accuracy, and flatness into 50 Ω load.

Modulation Characteristics

Detailed parameters for AM, FM, PM, ASK, FSK, PSK, BPSK, QPSK, 3FSK, 4FSK, OSK, PWM.

Burst Characteristics

Specifications for burst count, phase, period, and trigger settings.

Sweep Characteristics

Parameters for sweep type, direction, frequency, and trigger.

Counter Specifications

Counter function, resolution, range, and measurement items.

Input Characteristics

Input range, bandwidth, impedance, and trigger sensitivity.

Trigger Characteristics

Trigger input and output signal specifications.

Clock Reference

Phase offset, external reference, and internal reference specs.

Sync Output

Specifications for sync signal output.

General Specifications

Power voltage, consumption, fuse, and display details.

Chapter 14 Appendix

Appendix A: Options and Accessories

List of available models, standard accessories, and optional items.

Appendix B: Warranty

RIGOL's warranty policy and service information.

Appendix C: Any Comment or Question?

Contact information for documentation feedback.

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