Scientific SMG1011F - User Manual

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Overview

This document describes the SMG1011F Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator, a multi-function generator that combines Arbitrary Waveform Generation and Function Generation. It utilizes Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) technology to produce stable, precise, pure, and low-distortion signals. The device is designed with a user-friendly interface and panel layout for an exceptional user experience, offering various solutions for users.

Key Features:

Display: 4-inch high-resolution TFT LCD display (480 × 320 pixels).
Technology: Advanced DDS technology.
Sample Rate: Maximum 125 MSa/s.
Frequency Resolution: 1 μHz.
Vertical Resolution: 14 bits, with an 8192 waveform record length.
Waveform Output: Offers 5 basic waveforms and 45 built-in arbitrary waveforms.
Built-in Waveforms: Includes Exponential rise, Exponential fall, Sin(x)/x, Staircase, and 45 other built-in waveforms, as well as user-defined arbitrary waveforms.
Modulation Functions: Provides abundant modulation functions, along with linear/logarithm sweep and pulse string waveform output.
Interface: Standard USB (type B) connector.

Important Technical Specifications:

Waveforms:

Standard Waveforms: Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Noise.
Arbitrary Waveforms: Exponential rise, Exponential fall, Sin(x)/x, Staircase, etc. (45 built-in waveforms), User-Definable Waveform.

Frequency Characteristic:

Max Sampling Rate: 125 MSa/s.
Frequency Resolution: 1 μHz.
Sine: 1 μHz – 10 MHz.
Square: 1 μHz – 5 MHz.
Ramp: 1 μHz – 1 MHz.
Pulse: 1 μHz – 5 MHz.
White Noise: 5 MHz bandwidth (-3 dB) (typical).
Arbitrary: 1 μHz – 5 MHz.

Amplitude Characteristic:

Output Amplitude:
- High Z: 1 mVPP – 25 VPP.
- 50 Ω: 1 mVPP – 12.5 VPP.
Amplitude Resolution: 0.1 mVpp or 4 digits.
Amplitude Accuracy: ±(1% of setting + 1 mVpp) (Typical value 1kHz Sine, 0V offset).
DC Offset Range (AC+DC):
- ±6.25 V (50 Ω).
- ±12.5 V (High Z).
DC Offset Resolution: 1 mV or 4 digits.
DC Offset Accuracy: ±(1% of setting| + 1 mV + amplitude Vpp *0.5%).
Output Impedance: 50 Ω (typical).

Waveform Characteristic:

Sine Flatness (1.0 Vp-p, +4 dBm, relative to 1 kHz): 1 μHz to 5 MHz: 0.2 dB.
Harmonic Distortion (1.0 Vp-p): <-40 dBc.
Total Harmonic Distortion (1 Vp-p): 10 Hz to 20 kHz: <0.2%.
Phase Noise: -110 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz frequency, 10 kHz offset, 1 Vp-p, typical.
Residue Clock Noise: -57 dBm (typical).
Square Rise/Fall Time: <25 ns (10% - 90%) (typical, 1 kHz, 1 Vp-p).
Jitter (rms): < 1 ns.
Non-symmetry (below 50% Duty Cycle): 1% of period + 5 ns.
Overshoot: < 5%.
Ramp Duty Cycle: 50% fixed.
Ramp Linearity: < 0.1% of peak output (typical, 1 kHz, 1 Vp-p, Symmetry 50%).
Ramp Symmetry: 0% to 100%.
Pulse Width: 100 ns to 1000 ks.
Pulse Accuracy: 10 ns.
Pulse Rising/Falling Edge Time: < 25 ns.
Pulse Overshoot: < 5%.
Pulse Jitter: < 1 ns.
Arbitrary Waveform Length: 2 – 8k points.
Arbitrary Sample Rate: 125 MSa/s.
Arbitrary Amplitude Accuracy: 14 bits.
Arbitrary Minimum Rise/Fall Time: 35 ns (typical).
Arbitrary Jitter (RMS): 6 ns + 30 ppm.

Modulated Waveform:

AM Carrier Waveforms: Sine.
AM Source: Internal/External.
AM Internal Modulating Waveforms: Sine, Square, Ramp, White Noise, Arbitrary.
AM Internal AM Frequency: 2 mHz - 20 kHz.
AM Depth: 0.0% - 100.0%.
FM Carrier Waveforms: Sine.
FM Source: Internal/External.
FM Internal Modulating Waveforms: Sine, Square, Ramp, White Noise, Arbitrary.
FM Internal Modulating Frequency: 2 mHz - 20 kHz.
FM Frequency Deviation: 2 mHz - 1 kHz.
PM Carrier Waveforms: Sine.
PM Source: Internal/External.
PM Internal Modulating Waveforms: Sine, Square, Ramp, White Noise, Arbitrary.
PM Internal PM Frequency: 2 mHz - 20 kHz.
PM Phase Deviation: 0° - 180°.
FSK Carrier Waveforms: Sine.
FSK Source: Internal/External.
FSK Internal Modulating Waveforms: 50% duty cycle square.
FSK Rate: 2 mHz - 100 kHz.
Sweep Type: Linear, Logarithmic.
Sweep Carrier Waveforms: Sine, Square, Ramp.
Sweep Direction: Up / Down.
Sweep Time: 1 ms to 500 s ± 0.1%.
Sweep Trigger Source: External or Manual.
Burst Waveforms: Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Arbitrary.
Burst Types: Count (1 to 50,000 periods), Infinite, Gated.
Burst Start Phase: -360° - +360°.
Burst Internal Period: (10 ms - 500 s) ± 1%.
Burst Gated Source: External Trigger.
Burst Trigger Sources: Source, External or Manual.

Counter Specification:

Function: Frequency, period, positive Pulse width, Duty cycle.
Frequency Range: Single channel: 100 mHz - 200 MHz.
Frequency Resolution: 6 digits.
Voltage Range and Sensitivity (non-modulation signal):
- DC offset range: ±1.5 VDC.
- DC coupled:
  - 100 mHz - 100 MHz: 250 mVp-p - 5 Vp-p (AC+DC).
  - 100 MHz - 200 MHz: 450 mVp-p - 3 Vp-p (AC+DC).
- AC coupled:
  - 1 Hz - 100 MHz: 250 mVp-p - 5 Vp-p.
  - 100 MHz - 200 MHz: 450 mVp-p - 4 Vp-p.
- Pulse width and Duty cycle Measure: 1 Hz - 10 kHz (100 m Vp-p - 10 Vp-p).
- Input adjust:
  - Input impedance: 1 MΩ.
  - Coupling mode: AC, DC.
  - High frequency restrain: (HFR) On or Off.
  - Sensitivity: Low, Middle, High.
- Trigger level range: ±2 V.

Input/Output:

Front Panel Output terminal: Output main signal.
Sync terminal: Output sync TTL signal.
Sync Rise time: < 50 ns.
Rear Panel Interfaces: USB (type B) connector.
External Modulation Input:
- Input Frequency Range: DC-20 kHz.
- Input Voltage Range: ± 1 Vpk.
- Input Impedance: 10 kΩ (typical).
External Trigger Input:
- Level: TTL-compatible.
- Slope: Rising or falling (selectable).
- Pulse Width: >100 ns.
External Reference Clock Input:
- Impedance: 1 kΩ, AC coupled.
- Requested input voltage: 100 mVp-p to 5 Vp-p.
- Locking range: 10 MHz ± 35 kHz.
Counter Input:
- DC offset range: ±1.5 VDC.
- DC coupled:
  - 100 mHz - 100 MHz: 250 mVp-p - 5 Vp-p (AC+DC).
  - 100 MHz - 200 MHz: 450 mVp-p - 3 Vp-p (AC+DC).
- AC coupled:
  - 1 Hz - 100 MHz: 250 mVp-p - 5 Vp-p.
  - 100 MHz - 200 MHz: 450 mVp-p - 4 Vp-p.

Power Amplifier Specification (Optional):

Input Impedance: 50 KΩ.
Output Impedance: < 2 Ω.
Gain: X 10.
Max Input Voltage: 2.2 Vp-p.
Max Output Power: 10 W.
Max Output Voltage: 22 Vp-p.
Full Power Bandwidth: DC - 100 kHz.
Slew Rate: 10 V/us.
Overshoot: <7%.

Display:

Display Type: 4 inch colored LCD (Liquid Crystal Display).
Display Resolution: 480 (Horizontal) × 320 (Vertical) Pixels.
Display Colors: 65536 colors, 16 bits, TFT screen.

Power:

Supply: 220 - 240 VAC, 100 - 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, CAT II.
Consumption: < 18 W (For the model with Power Amplifier, < 35 W).
Fuse:
- 100 - 120 V: 250 V, F1AL.
- 220 - 240 V: 250 V, F0.5AL.

Environment:

Working temperature: 0°C - 40°C.
Storage temperature: -20°C - 60°C.
Relative Humidity: ≤ 90%.
Height:
- Operating: 3,000 m.
- Non-operating: 15,000 m.
Cooling Method: Natural cooling.

Mechanical Specifications:

Dimension: 235 mm x 110 mm × 295 mm (WHD).
Weight: 3 kg.
Standard Accessories: Power Cord, USB Cable, CD, Output Cable.
Calibration Interval: One year is recommended for the calibration interval period.

Usage Features:

The SMG1011F offers a comprehensive set of functions accessible via its front panel and user interface.

Front Panel Operation:

LCD: Displays the user interface.
Menu Selection Buttons (F1-F5): Activate corresponding menus.
Number Keys: Input parameters (numbers, points, plus/minus signs).
Knob: Changes highlighted numbers, selects file locations, or switches characters in the soft keyboard for file naming. In Sweep and N-Cycle Burst modes, if "Manual" source is selected, pressing the knob triggers the generator once.
Direction Key: Moves the cursor for focused parameters or selects file locations.
Save Button: Manages waveform files in the file system.
Utility Button: Sets auxiliary system functions.
Help Button: Views built-in help information.
Output Key: Activates or deactivates the output signal (lit when On).
Main Output Terminal: Outputs the main signal.
Foot Stool: Tilts the instrument for ease of operation.
Trigger Key: Activates or deactivates the sync signal output (lit when On).
Sync Output Terminal: Outputs sync signal.
Modulation (Mod) Button: Generates modulated waveforms.
Burst Button: Generates burst for Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, and Arbitrary waveforms.
Sweep Button: Sweeps Sine, Square, or Ramp waveforms.
Waveform Selection Buttons: Selects Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Noise, and Arbitrary waveforms (backlight turns on when selected).
Power Button: Turns the generator on/off.

User Interface:

Parameter Display: Shows and allows editing of focused parameters.
Signal Type/Mode: Displays current signal type or mode.
Setting Menu: Provides the setting menu for the current signal or mode.
Waveform Display: Shows the current waveform.
Offset/Low Level: Displays and allows adjustment of offset/low level based on the highlighted menu item.
Amplitude/High Level: Displays and allows adjustment of amplitude/high level based on the highlighted menu item.
Frequency/Period: Displays and allows adjustment of frequency/period based on the highlighted menu item.
Load: Indicates load impedance (High Z for high impedance).

Quick Start Procedures:

General Inspection: Check for transportation damage, verify accessories, and inspect the instrument's overall condition upon receipt.
Foot Stool Adjustment: Unfold the foot stools for tilting the generator.
Power-On Check:
- Set the Power Switch voltage scale according to local standards.
- Connect the instrument to AC supply using the provided power cord.
- Press the power button; the boot screen should appear.

Front Panel Operation Details:

Signal Output: Turn on/off output signal using the Output button.
Sine Signals: Set frequency/period, amplitude, offset, high level, and low level.
Square Signals: Set frequency/period, amplitude, offset, high level, low level, and duty cycle. TTL output is also available.
Ramp Signals: Set frequency/period, amplitude, offset, high level, low level, and symmetry.
Pulse Signals: Set frequency/period, amplitude, offset, high level, low level, pulse width, and duty cycle.
Noise Signals: Set amplitude, offset, high level, and low level.
Arbitrary Signals:
- Select from 45 built-in waveforms (ExpRise, ExpFall, Sin(x)/x, Staircase, etc.).
- Create and manage user-definable waveforms (set points, interpolation, edit points, store, select, delete).
- Output DC signals.
Modulated Waveforms:
- AM (Amplitude Modulation): Modulate carrier waveform (Sine only) with a modulating waveform (Sine, Square, Ramp, White Noise, Arbitrary). Set AM frequency, mod depth, and source (Internal/External).
- FM (Frequency Modulation): Modulate carrier waveform (Sine only) with a modulating waveform. Set FM frequency, frequency deviation, mod shape, and source.
- PM (Phase Modulation): Modulate carrier waveform (Sine only) with a modulating waveform. Set PM frequency, phase deviation, mod shape, and source.
- FSK (Frequency Shift Keying): Switch output frequency between carrier and hop frequency. Set FSK rate, hop frequency, and source.
Sweep: Generate frequency sweeps for Sine, Square, or Ramp waveforms. Set sweep time, type (Linear/Log), start/stop frequency or center frequency/span.
Burst: Generate bursts for Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, and Arbitrary waveforms. Set N-Cycle Burst (period, start phase, cycles/infinite, source) or Gated Burst (start phase, polarity, source).
File Management: Save, select, edit, and delete waveform files in the file system (internal FLASH or USB device).
Utility Functions:
- Display Parameters: Set brightness, separator, and screen saver time.
- Counter: Measure frequency, period, positive width, or duty cycle. Set coupling mode, sensitivity, high frequency restrain, and trig level.
- Output Parameters: Set output load (High Z or specific Ω value).
- System Settings: Set language, power-on behavior (Default/Last), return to default settings, set beep (On/Off), view system information (version, serial number), and set clock source (Internal/External).
Sync Output: Activate/deactivate sync signal output. Sync signal behavior varies based on the output waveform (Square for Sine/Square/Ramp/Pulse, Square for Arbitrary, Square for Modulated signals, Square for FSK, Square for Sweep, Level High for Burst start).
Power Amplifier (Optional): Connect input signal to P-Input and amplified signal outputs from P-Output. Features X10 gain, 10W sine output, 50 kΩ input impedance, output protection, and DC – 100 kHz bandwidth.
Built-in Help: Access help topics, view details, and navigate through the catalog.

Communication with PC:

USB Connection: Connects to a PC via USB (type B) connector.
Software: Uses ultrawave communication software (provided on CD) for parameter setting and control.
Driver Installation: Guides users to install USB driver from the "USBDRV" folder.
Port Settings: Configure software to connect using "USB".
SCPI Support: Supports SCPI commands for device operation and control via USB.

Maintenance Features:

No User Serviceable Parts: The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts.
Cleaning:
- Regularly clean the exterior with a dusting brush.
- For stubborn dirt on casing and plastic parts, use a moist cloth (99% water, 1% mild detergent), spirit, or washing benzene (petroleum ether).
- Clean the display with water or washing benzene (avoid alcohol solvents), then wipe with a dry, lint-free cloth.
- Avoid cleaning fluid entering the instrument.
- Cleaning agents can damage plastic and paint surfaces.
Dispatch Procedure for Service:
- Contact the service department with full details (model number, serial number, fault, contact information).
- Wait for advice on whether repair at the factory is necessary or if adjustment can be done on-site.
- If advised, securely pack the instrument in original packaging, ensure it is insured, and freight paid. Include accessories and a copy of fault details.

Warranty Conditions:

Duration: 12 months from the date of purchase from Scientific or authorized dealers.
Service: Warranty service is rendered on a return-to-factory/service center basis.
Limitations: Warranty is limited to repair or replacement for defects in material and workmanship under normal operating conditions. It does not cover damage due to accident, negligence, misapplication, alteration, or attempts to repair, service, or modify.
Exclusions: Warranty does not include display, fuses, batteries, or accessories.
Proof of Purchase: Warranty is valid only with the original purchaser who has properly registered the product within 15 days of purchase.
Return for Service: For factory service, pack carefully in original carton or equivalent, and ship duly insured, transportation charges prepaid.
Expert Service: Scientific instruments are complex electronic devices, and service should be performed by technicians familiar with its service and calibration procedures.

Scientific SMG1011F Specifications

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Brand	Scientific
Model	SMG1011F
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English

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