Performance Tests
TDS5000B Series Specifications and Performance Verification
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2. Confirm that the time base is within limits for accuracies:
a. Measure the test signal:
H If using a time-mark generator, align the trigger T to the center
vertical graticule line by adjusting the Horizontal POSITION. See
Figure 2--17.
Check long-term
sample rates and
delay time accuracies
against limits.
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Align the trigger T
to the center
graticule line.
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Set horizontal mode.
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Set horizontal scale
and delayed time.
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Figure 2- 17: Measurement of accuracy - long-term and delay time
H If using a sine wave generator, align the rising edge of the sine wave
on the center graticule crosshairs by adjusting the Horizontal
POSITION.
H From the toolbar, click the Horiz button, and select the HORIZON-
TAL tab.
H Press the Horizontal DELAY Mode button to toggle it on. See
Figure 2--17 on page 2--41.
H Set the delay time to 10 ms. (Do this by clicking Horiz Delay and
on the keypad press 10, then m followed by ENTER.)