RIGOL 
XVIII  DS2000E User’s Guide 
Document Overview 
 
Main Topics of this Manual: 
Introduces the preparations before using the 
oscilloscope and provides a basic 
introduction of the instrument. 
Chapter 2 To Set the Vertical System 
Introduces the vertical system functions of 
the oscilloscope. 
Chapter 3 To Set the Horizontal 
System 
Introduces the horizontal system functions 
of the oscilloscope. 
Chapter 4 To Set the Sample System 
Introduces the sample system functions of 
the oscilloscope. 
Chapter 5 To Trigger the Oscilloscope 
Introduces the trigger mode, trigger 
coupling, trigger holdoff, trigger source, and 
various trigger types of the oscilloscope. 
Chapter 6 MATH and Measurements 
Introduces how to make math operation, 
cursor measurement, and auto 
Chapter 7 Protocol Decoding 
Introduces how to decode the input signal by 
using those common protocols. 
Chapter 8 Reference Waveform 
Introduces how to compare the input 
waveform with the reference waveform. 
Introduces how to monitor the input signal 
by using the Pass/Fail test. 
Chapter 10 Waveform Record  
Introduces how to record waveforms, play 
back, and analyze the recorded waveforms. 
Chapter 11 Display Control  
Introduces how to control the display of the 
oscilloscope. 
Chapter 12 Store and Recall 
Introduces how to store and recall the setup 
file, the waveform file, etc. 
Chapter 13 System Function Setting 
Introduces how to set the remote interfaces 
and system-related functions. 
Chapter 14 Remote Control  
Introduces how to control the oscilloscope 
remotely. 
Chapter 15 Troubleshooting 
Introduces how to deal with the common 
failures of the oscilloscope. 
Chapter 16 Specifications 
Provides the technical specifications and 
general specifications of the oscilloscope. 
Provides the basic information for the 
options and accessories.