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Product Software
The instrument includes the following software:
 System Software. The product software runs on a specially configured version of Windows
2000. Windows 2000 is preinstalled and enables you to install other compatible applications.
To reinstall Windows 2000, use the Operating System Restore CD-ROM, a standard
accessory with your instrument. Do not attempt to substitute any version of Windows that is
not specifically provided by Tektronix for use with your instrument.
 TDS5000B Product Software. This preinstalled software is the instrument application and
runs on Windows 2000. It provides the user interface (UI) and all other instrument control
functions. You can minimize or even exit/restart the instrument application as your needs
dictate. However, it is recommended that you exit the instrument application only when
installing new software.
 Support Software. The TDS5000B Series Product Software CD-ROM, included with the
instrument, contains additional software and files that may be useful to you.
 Readme file. This text file contains release notes and updates that are not included in other
product documentation.
 GPIB Programmer Online Help software. This software is available as WinHelp or as a
PDF file. It contains the information you need to program the instrument through its GPIB
interface.
 Specifications Performance Verification Procedures. The product CD-ROM contains
instrument specifications and instructions to perform a manual performance verification.
See the instructions for the TDS5000B Series Product Software CD-ROM for information about
installing the support software.
Occasionally new versions of software for your instrument may become available at our Web site,
see Support Information.
Firmware Upgrade
Tektronix may offer firmware upgrade kits for the instrument. Contact your Tektronix service
representative for more information.
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