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User Manual VM700T Video Measurement Set Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements 070-9656-00...
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User Manual VM700T Video Measurement Set Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements 070-9656-00...
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Preface This manual describes configuring and using the audio measurement options, Option 40, Option 41, and Option 42, for the VM700T Video Measurement Set. Contents of This Manual This manual consists of the following sections: Getting Started introduces the VM700T audio options by briefly describing the capabilities of each.
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37 connector. A female DB 37 connector is provided with Option 41 to use for fabricating the interconnecting cable that applies the signals to be measured to the triple input of the VM700T. Either Option 40 or Option 41 may be installed in the VM700T, not both.
Configuring the Audio Option The approach to configuring the VM700T Audio option is similar to that used for its video functions. Refer to the VM700T Option 01 (NTSC) & Option 11 (PAL) User Manual if you need additional information on configuring the VM700T.
If a default audio limits file is acceptable, the VM700T uses it (if it is the selected file) for making measurements on the input audio signals. If you must modify the audio limits from the system defaults, use the procedures given in the following text.
Both the character keys and the soft key “lock” when selected. are unlocked by touching the same key again or touching the unselected key of the pair. is unlocked by touching again. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 1–4...
The VM700T now displays the new file containing the audio limits from the file you selected as the template. You can modify the parameters in this file.
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That way, if you make a mistake and must exit the file, your earlier work will be retained while the most recent change (or mistake) is eliminated. Editing an Audio Limit Graphic Element. The VM700T audio limit files contain graphical displays whose limits can be configured. These include the following graphical displays:...
You can select and press a soft key to display the parameters in a file, but the parameters in the system files can not be modified. To modify file parameters, you must do the following tasks: VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 1–7...
If the system default audio source file is acceptable, the VM700T will use this file as it performs audio measurements (if it is the selected file). If you must modify the audio source file, read the following paragraphs.
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1–4. 4. Press the soft key. The VM700T now displays the contents of the new file containing the audio source data from the file you selected as the template. You can modify the parameters in this file.
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Audio Printout Title text. Similar to the Tektronix 760 meter face, but with its –8 dB tick mark labeled “TEST.” The lineup level is at the TEST, or –8 dB tick on this meter. Ballistics are the same as for the DIN 45406 meter.
(source A, B, or C). NOTE. The audio channel can be associated with one of three video inputs (Source A, B, or C). However, switching the VM700T from one video input to another during an audio measurement sequence can cause the most recent audio test data to be lost.
Refer to Option 41 and Option 42 beginning on page 2–29 for connecting Option 41 inputs to a signal source. The VM700T Audio option is supplied with two male mini-XLR to female XLR adapter cables wired as shown in Figure 1–7. The mini-XLR ends of these cables connect the Audio option to an appropriate audio signal source.
Audio signal input limits may be selected at configuration and enabled or disabled in the main Audio Analyzer menu (Limits: ON/OFF). When enabled, the selected limits are shown in the displays. Figure 2–1: The Audio Analyzer display (O.33 test sequence) VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–1...
Plot ON/OFF enables or disables the plotting of an input signal. ON/OFF When the plot is disabled (OFF), the display retains any information previously plotted. Erase Plot clears the plot in preparation for new data. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–2...
The View Diff softkey is displayed only for the Graph Levels selection; it disappears when Graph THD + N or Graph Ch. Sep. are selected. Figure 2–2: The Audio Analyzer menu tree VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–3...
View L & R permits viewing both channel is the same display. The vertical scale of each channel is reduced to fit the two channels into the display area. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–4...
The VM700T digitizes an audio signal measured in a selectable 92 dB window over a total range of 132 dB. The input ranges of the left and right channels may be configured independently with the soft keys.
For information on configuring the phase display, see Configuring the Audio Option beginning on page 1–1. The VM700T Configuration directory allows you to configure these Audio Monitor functions: Level meter scales: DIN 45406 or Nordic ppm dB or VU...
The Audio Monitor time display (see Figure 2–4) plots the left and right channel Display signal voltage levels on the y-axis and time on the x-axis. Figure 2–4: The Audio Monitor time display VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–7...
Figure 2–5 shows the Audio Spectrum display. Note that this illustration is a screen capture of the third acquisition in a 10 acquisition average display. Figure 2–5: The Audio Spectrum display VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–8...
A: –62 to +30 dBu range B: –72 to +20 dBu range C: –82 to +10 dBu range D: –92 to 0 dBu range E: –102 to –10 dBu Figure 2–6: The Audio Spectrum menu tree VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–9...
NOTE. The VM700T can display distorted or incorrect signal information if the input range window is not matched to the input signal. When the input range window and the input signal are not matched, the VM700T clips the input signal to the range of the window and displays the clipped signal.
The Harmonic Analyzer is a useful tool for locating frequency contamination caused by signals with fundamental frequencies in the 35 Hz to 10 kHz range. Rescale returns the display scaling to its default values. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–11...
Range most closely matches the amplitude range of the input signal. The VM700T digitizes an audio signal measured in a selectable 92 dB window over a total range of 132 dB. The input ranges of the left and right channels may be configured independently with the soft keys.
You can view seven levels of harmonics from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. Harmonics selects the 50 Hz fundamental frequen- of 50 Hz cies for display. These selection and the Harmonics of 60 Hz choice can help you locate power source frequency contamina- tion. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–13...
This means that audio measurements may be captured for later display even while video capture and display operations are in progress. However, when the VM700T is running an Audio option application, it cannot simultaneously monitor the automatic test sequences.
The Show Text display of the View Audio Auto Test shows the results of the current test. Figure 2–10 shows the View Audio Auto Test screen display for Tektronix Program 93 received from a Tektronix ASG100 or ASG140 Audio Signal Generator. The display is different for each Auto Test as different measurements are made.
The information in the show text display changes to show the actual measurements made on received automatic test sequences. The following measurements are those included in Tektronix Program 93. Other test programs will display the measurements done during their sequences.
THD at TEST Level + 15 dB sweep portion +15 dB) of the test sequence. Max. Crosstalk Measures the maximum channel-to-channel crosstalk (in dB) during sweep during the crosstalk portion of the test sequence. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–17...
TEK TEST: 95 The Tek:95 sequence provides a signal to measure ANSI Crosstalk. The View Audio Test results for Tektronix Program 95 reports the following measure- ments: Insertion Gain Error (dB) Sweep Max. Gain (dB) Sweep Min.
(in Tek sequences). The default lower test limit is a mirror of the upper test limits. You may configure the elements of the View Audio Auto Test function in the VM700T Configure Files directory. For information on configuring View Audio Auto Test, refer to Configuring the Audio Option beginning on page 1–1.
+10 dB Level portion of a test sequence containing a THD sweep test signal. THD at TEST graphs the results of the THD at TEST +15 dB +15 dB Level portion of a test sequence containing a THD sweep test signal. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–20...
View plots the crosstalk from the left channel into the right channel for test sequences that include a crosstalk test sweep signal. Rescale restores the default scaling for the display. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–21...
The VM700T Audio option Multitone Analyzer addresses this problem. Instead of measuring a single-frequency sine wave, the Multitone Analyzer measures a test signal consisting of sine waves at several frequencies.
(in dBu) of the reference signal used reference signal frequency left- and right-channel input range selected name of the multitone input signal The menu hierarchy of Multitone Analyzer is shown in Figure 2–13. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–23...
A: –62 to +30 dBu range B: –72 to +20 dBu range C: –82 to +10 dBu range D: –92 to 0 dBu range E: –102 to –10 dBu Figure 2–13: The Multitone Analyzer menu tree VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–24...
Range most closely matches the amplitude range of the input signal. The VM700T digitizes an audio signal measured in a selectable 92 dB window over a total range of 132 dB. The input ranges of the left and right channels may be configured independently with the soft keys.
Left Channel and Right Channel Distortion + Noise Submenu The following soft key choices are accessed by pressing the Menu button with the Left or Right Channel Distortion + Noise displays active. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–26...
Peak peak while showing the frequency and signal level of the peak on the numerical display. The cursors does not go to the highest peak. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–27...
Operating Basics Figure 2–15: The Multitone Analyzer cursor display with both cursors active VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–28...
Option 42. Triple channel input (option 41) Option 41 of the VM700T was introduced to provide an added audio input channel to fill the need for a customer. The extra channel input was found to be useful enough that it was released as a standard option for the VM700 family of Video Measurement Sets.
Source Selection Audio directory and cancel any changes by asking you to touch the soft key again. Back Panel Audio The VM700T with Option 41 includes a 37-pin connector located on the Connector Pin instrument back panel. Pin assignments for the connector are listed in Table 2–1. Assignments Table 2–1: Audio Option 41 Connector Pin Assignments...
Option 41 and Option 42 Audio Signal Tektronix supplies a DB-37 mating connector kit with Option 41 to assemble the Interconnection Cable signal interconnection cabling. The supplied kit, provides several sizes of cable adapter collars. Select the one fits your cable, and put it on the cable before assembling the wiring to the connector as shown in Figure 2–16.
Tighten the tie wrap on the cable and trim off the excess end. Figure 2–18: Ferrite forms installed on the signal interconnection cable VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–32...
(audio and video) to arrive, or that one or the other has arrived and it is waiting for the other. Upon receiving both triggers, the VM700T makes the measurement and provides a delay time numerical readout and a graphical display.
The selected channel (A, B, or C) on the VM700T is the source for the video part of the measurement, but audio signal selection is not automatic. With Option 40 you must externally switch the correct audio signal when switching the video measurement source between channels.
0.5 seconds. The signal transitions from high to low at line 262 field 3. The audio output is turned ON at this time, but the text inserted by the VITS 200 does not appear until field 1 line 11. The VM700T Audio/Video Timing measurement removes this delay time before presenting the measured time difference.
ON at this time, but the text inserted by the VITS 200 does not appear until the active video. This means that the audio leads the video change. The VM700T Audio Video Timing measurement removes this delay time before presenting the measured time difference.
2. Open S11 switch 4 and switch 10. 3. Press the Function button six times (until a C appears). Enter some text in the vertical interval like “AV TIME.” Only one character is needed. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–37...
ON, but the text inserted by the VITS 201 does not become visible until line 10. This delay time is subtracted out of the VM700T A/V Timing measurement. Placing the Signal Text in the Active Video. This procedure is used to place the signal text in the active video.
1 field 1. When the TTL signal is high, the audio output is ON, but the text inserted by the VITS 201 does not become visible until active video. This delay time is subtracted out of the VM700T A/V Timing measure- ment.
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Option 41 and Option 42 VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 2–40...
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RS-232 interface requires that you connect a terminal or computer to the VM700T through one of the RS-232C ports (Port 0 or Port 1) with a correctly wired interconnect cable. If you use a computer, you will also need a suitable VM700T terminal program such as the Tektronix VMT application.
Optional arguments are enclosed with [ ]. A discussion of command usage and arguments follows the command header. Note that, for serial remote control, VM700> is a prompt from the VM700T (which you can change), not an input. With Option 48, any prompt you see depends on the GPIB controller programming, it is not a return from the VM700T.
Example: Front panel button names are listed in Table 3–1. Table 3–1: Front Panel Button Names Display Picture Auto Freeze SelectLine Average Graticule Vector Help Waveform Menu XY (Arrow selector) Copy MoveExpand VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 3–3...
_ (underscore). For example, the softkey_name for the soft key is Noise_dB, and for it is H_Display. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual 3–4...
Group A Keywords Group A keywords report on or set the values of Audio option Configuration parameters. These keywords can be used only on a VM700T equipped with either the Option 40 or the Option 41 Audio Option. commands used with the Group A keywords have the following form:...
The value for other test levels can be calculated from the formula (–60 – Test Level). Measured with Quasi–Peak response as per CCIR 468-4 recommendation. The measurement range can be determined from the formula (70 + Test Level). Weighting filter as per CCIR 468-4 recommendation. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
Appendix A: Audio Option Specifications Table A-2: Tektronix Automatic Audio Test Measurement Specifications Measurement Range Accuracy (Includes Flatness) Insertion Gain Error 6 dB 0.2 dB Sweep Gain (Min and Max) 12 dB 0.1 dB THD + N 0.03% to 70%...
–20 dBu 0.2 dB 0.1 dB –20 dBu to –50 dBu 0.3 dB 0.1 dB –50 dBu to –60 dBu 0.5 dB 0.1 dB –60 dBu to –70 dBu 1.0 dB 0.1 dB VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
Table A-10: Audio/Video Timing Measurement Specifications Characteristic Performance Requirement Audio Amplitude Window 92 dB Audio Amplitude Range –102 dB to +30 dB in five ranges Timing Range 65 ms Timing Accuracy 1 ms VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
Before performing these procedures we recommend that you run the audio option diagnostics to ensure that the Audio Processor and Audio Analog boards are working properly. Refer to the VM700T Option 01 (NTSC) & Option 11 (PAL) User Manual or the VM700T Video Measurement Set Service Manual for information on how to select and run the Audio Option diagnostics.
HP 3458A Digital Voltmeter. You may also use an AC voltage calibrator such as a Fluke 5700A for this measurement. Verify that the sine-wave generator can meet the amplitude accuracy specifications listed in Table B-1. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
0.4 dB Level difference between channels is 0.2 dB at levels of –50 dBu and greater. Option 40 Level 1. Power on the VM700T and associated test equipment and let them warm up Accuracy and Flatness for 20 minutes. 2. Connect the sine-wave generator to the VM700T audio option left and right mini-XLR input connectors.
NOTE. For this connection, you may want to use the two female XLR to male mini XLR adapter cables supplied with the VM700T. If you do, you will need to furnish or fabricate an adapter on the signal generator end.
Measurement Accuracy a. Apply a signal (between –20 dBu and +30 dBu in amplitude) from a sine-wave generator to the VM700T Audio Option 40. See Figure B-2 for a cabling diagram. The generator should be set at 50 Ω output resistance.
Phase Difference 2. Set the sine-wave generator for a frequency and amplitude in the specified frequency and amplitude range of the Audio option (20 Hz to 20 kHz, amplitude of –60 dBu or greater). VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
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3. Check that the measured frequency is accurate to the limits shown in Table B-2 for the applied test signal frequency and level and that the phase difference between channels meets the phase difference specification. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
7. When you have specified the audio inputs and source files, touch the soft key. 8. If the change is correct, touch the soft key, otherwise, touch soft key. VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
0.4 dB Level difference between channels is 0.2 dB at levels of –50 dBu and greater. Option 41 Level 1. Power on the VM700T and associated test equipment and let them warm up Accuracy and Flatness for 20 minutes. 2. Connect the sine-wave generator to the Option 41 audio input connector as in Figure B-3.
1. Check residual THD+N. Measurement Accuracy a. Apply a signal (between –20 dBu and +30 dBu) from a sine-wave generator to the VM700T Audio Option. See to Figure B-4 for connections. b. Run the Audio Analyzer measurement and verify that residual THD+N is 0.03% or less.
3. Check that the measured frequency is accurate to the limits shown in Table B-4 for the applied test signal frequency and level, and that the phase difference between channels meets the phase difference specification. B-13 VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual...
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2–5 set input range, 2–12 Display Time, 2–8 Auto in set input range, 2–25 displaying test signals, View Audio Auto Test, 2–19 Automatic Audio Test Specifications, A-1 Average Num, 2–10, 2–27 VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual Index–1...
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Multitone Analyzer, purpose, 2–22 Harmonic Analyzer, purpose, 2–13 Multitone Analyzer Main Menu, 2–25 harmonics, frequency selection, 2–13 Multitone Analyzer Specifications, A-5 Harmonics of 50 Hz, 2–13 Harmonics of 60 Hz, 2–14 High Res OFF/ON, 2–10 VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual Index–2...
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(VM700T Command), 3–4 VITS200, 2–35 Show Text, 2–20 VITS201, 2–37 show text display, 2–16 View Audio Auto Test, 2–14 SNR (weighted) (dB), 2–17 View Diff, 2–4, 2–26 soft key (VM700T Command), 3–4 VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual Index–3...
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View Levels, 2–26 soft key, 3–4 View R L, 2–21 VMT, for remote applications, 3–1 View Right, 2–4 View Spectrum, 2–14 Views, LOCKED/UNLOCKED, 2–5 Views LOCKED/UNLOCKED, 2–5 W group keywords, 3–7 VITS200 Checkout, 2–36 VM700T Option 40/41/42 Audio Measurements User Manual Index–4...
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