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Teledyne LeCroy shall not be responsible for any defect, damage, or failure caused by any of the following: a) attempted repairs or installations by personnel other than Teledyne LeCroy representatives or b) improper connection to incompatible equipment, or c) for any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Teledyne LeCroy supplies.
Power ..................... 5 Adjusting the Handle ................7 Front Panel .................... 8 Back Panel ....................9 Getting Started with WaveStation ............10 The WaveStation Interface ..............10 Navigating Interfaces, Adjusting Parameters, and Making Selections 11 Waveform Types and Default Parameters .......... 15 Initial Function Settings ...............
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Overview ....................65 Installing Drivers and Software ............66 Making the WaveStation-PC Software Connection ......67 Modifying Waveform Files from WaveStation to PC Software ... 67 Modifying Waveform Files from PC Software to WaveStation ... 70 Reference ....................74 Certifications ..................74 Contact Teledyne LeCroy ..............
You can control WaveStation through USB-GPIB and/or USBTMC interfaces, and even transfer waveforms to and from your WaveStation using the WaveStation PC Software. This WaveStation Operator's Manual covers how to use WaveStation models 2012 10 MHz, 2022 25 MHz, and 2052 50 MHz.
WaveStation Package Contents The standard WaveStation package includes the following: WaveStation Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator Power Cord Standard USB 2.0 Type A to Type B Cable, 1 m USB to GPIB Converter Cable WaveStation Operator's Manual ...
Operator’s Manual Safety Instructions This section contains instructions that must be observed to keep the instrument operating in a correct and safe condition. You are required to follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions specified in this section. The overall safety of any system incorporating this instrument is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
Altitude: Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) at or below 30° C. Cooling The WaveStation relies on forced air cooling with internal fans and vents. Take care to avoid restricting the airflow to any part of the instrument. Around the sides and rear, leave a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between the instrument and the nearest object.
CAUTION. It is required that all inputs be removed from the WaveStation prior to performing a manual calibration. Schedule an annual factory calibration as part of your regular maintenance. Extended warranty, calibration, and upgrade plans are available for purchase.
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WaveStation WARNING. Interrupting the protective conductor inside or outside the instrument, or disconnecting the safety ground terminal, creates a hazardous situation. Intentional interruption is prohibited. Powering On/Off Power button controls the operational state of the instrument. Press the button to switch the instrument AC power On or Off.
Operator’s Manual Hardware and I/O Adjusting the Handle The construction of the handle on your WaveStation can be adjusted to bridge the front panel and fully-support the weight of the generator during transport. NOTE: Adjust the handle while gently pulling outward on the two arms where they attach to the sides of your WaveStation.
Waveform Signal Conditioning buttons and apply Mod, Sweep, or Burst functions to the waveform you've selected. Meanwhile, the lower three, Save/Recall, Utility, and Help, are for various WaveStation tools and configurations along with some Help information. 8. BNC Channel Outputs and Corresponding Control Buttons - The buttons above the BNC connectors control the activation/deactivation of corresponding channel outputs.
MHz In, Modulation In, Synch Out, Ext Trig/Gate/Fsk/Burst Out. 2. USB Connector - USB 2.0 connector which is used for making USBRAW or USBTMC connections as explained in WaveStation PC Software Overview (on page 64) and Controlling WaveStation with USB-GPIB and/or USBTMC (on page 62), respectively.
WaveStation Getting Started with WaveStation The WaveStation Interface NOTE: The default signal is a Sine wave as each channel tab and in the upper-right corner of the display show. 1. Channel Tabs - The channel tabs display the currently chosen Waveform or Function type and, when selected, show their corresponding Display and Detail dialog.
This particular topic covers some common navigation, parameter adjustments, and making selections when using the WaveStation interfaces. 1. Typically, the first step when using interfaces is to make specific Waveform or Function button selections on the Front Panel in order to make specific parameter adjustments or other selections.
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WaveStation While navigating, you'll come across the following interfaces and button type combinations. First/Second Press Shared Buttons - A good portion of the operation buttons control two separate parameters. Operation buttons controlling two parameters have additional, lighter shaded control labels on them;...
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Operator’s Manual 3. Making the actual parameter adjustments or other selection is made a few different ways. Most are done by selecting a specific parameter using a corresponding operation menu button, changing the value or selection using the Digital Input Front Panel Controls, and then pressing the same corresponding operation menu button again to preserve the adjustment/selection.
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WaveStation On the Display Dialog - Some adjustment/selection choices are shown right on the Display dialog. On the Detail Dialog - Some adjustment/selection choices are shown right on the Detail dialog. On the Browser Display Dialog - Some interfaces are provided using file explorer-like screens for saving and recalling a variety of folders and file types.
Front Panel. Sine - The default Sine waveform is set to 1 kHz frequency, 4.0 Vpp amplitude and a 0V dc offset. The WaveStation can produce 1 μHz up to 50 MHz (WaveStation 2052) Sine waves. Square - The default Square waveform is set to 1 kHz frequency, 4.0 Vpp amplitude, 0V dc offset with a 50% duty cycle.
NOTE: Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb waveforms may be modulated, while Pulse, Noise, and DC cannot. Sweep - Press the Sweep button and the WaveStation produces a signal with variable frequencies. NOTE: Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb waveforms may be swept, while Pulse, Noise, and DC cannot.
Utility - Press the Utility button to set Auxiliary System Functions, Output Parameters, Interface Settings, and to View System Setting Information. Help - Press the Help button and the WaveStation help system is pertaining to the current function or operation is shown. Combined Use of Waveform, Function, and...
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WaveStation The menu behavior/relationship looks like the following: Save/Recall, Utility, and Help Function Buttons Also mentioned in Initial Function Settings (on page 16), while the waveform type and an optional signal conditioning function is (or is not) applied to your signal, you can also use one of the Save/Recall, Utility, or Help function buttons.
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Operator’s Manual The menu behavior/relationship looks like the following: 922700-00 Rev A...
WaveStation Digital Input Front Panel Controls Three sets of buttons - The Number Buttons, The Direction Buttons, and the Adjustment Control Knob - all provide unique means to provide digital input from the Front Panel in the following ways: ...
Adjusting Parameters, and Making Selections (on page 11). Creating a Sine Wave When first pressing this waveform button on the Front Panel, the WaveStation shows the Sine Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices.
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WaveStation PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Press the Frequency/Period operation button a second time to select and adjust the Period parameter in the same manner. When using the Number Buttons to edit certain parameters, applicable unit(s) are shown on the adjacent Units menu. Press a Unit menu button to select the desired unit for your entry.
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Operator’s Manual PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Press the Amplitude/HLevel operation button a second time to select and adjust the HLevel (High Level) parameter in the same manner. Second operation button press parameters are shown in reverse color on the waveform detail dialog to provide a visual indication as to which parameter is being adjusted.
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WaveStation PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Press the Offset/LLevel operation button a second time to select and adjust the LLevel (Low Level) parameter in the same manner. Second operation button press parameters are shown in reverse color on the waveform detail dialog to provide a visual indication as to which parameter is being adjusted.
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Operator’s Manual Phase/EqPhase With the Sine waveform and the Phase/EqPhase operation button pressed once to select Frequency, a Sine waveform is shown on the Waveform Display and the Phase is shown on the Waveform Detail dialog. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: ...
When first pressing this waveform button on the Front Panel, the WaveStation shows the Square Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices. For more information on getting to this point, see Navigating Interfaces, Adjusting Parameters, and Making Selections (on page 11).
Operator’s Manual Creating a Ramp Wave When first pressing this waveform button on the Front Panel, the WaveStation shows the Ramp Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices.
WaveStation Creating a Pulse Wave When first pressing this waveform button on the Front Panel, the WaveStation shows the Pulse Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices. For more information on getting to this point, see Navigating Interfaces, Adjusting Parameters, and Making Selections (on page 11).
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Operator’s Manual Delay With the Pulse waveform and the Delay operation button pressed once, a Pulse waveform is shown on the Waveform Display and the Delay is shown on the Waveform Detail dialog. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Press an adjacent Operation button to select a desired Unit (unit interval) for your entry.
WaveStation Creating a Noise Wave When first pressing this waveform button on the Front Panel, the WaveStation shows the Noise Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices. For more information on getting to this point, see Navigating Interfaces, Adjusting Parameters, and Making Selections (on page 11).
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Press the 1/2 ↓ button to access the additional Arb Operation menu. Now, press the Load Wform button. An Arb menu showing Built-In and Stored Waveform options is shown. NOTE: There are 40+ Built-In Arbitrary Waveforms available in the WaveStation. 922700-00 Rev A...
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WaveStation Built-In Arbitrary Waveforms After selecting Arb → Load Wform → Built-In, a menu is shown categorizing the Built-In Arbitrary Waveforms as follows: NOTE: When you select one of the following categories using the Operation button, the built-in waveforms are shown on the Waveform Display dialog and may be selected using the Digital Input Front Panel Controls, specifically the Direction Buttons or the Control Knob.
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Operator’s Manual Stored Waveforms After selecting Arb → Load Wform → Stored Wforms, the Stored Waveforms are shown on the Waveform Display dialog as follows: NOTE: Select the stored waveforms showing on the Waveform Display dialog using the Digital Input Front Panel Controls - specifically, the Direction Buttons or the Control Knob.
Overview Specific waveform types may be modulated (as carrier waveforms) using the WaveStation. Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb waveforms may be modulated, while Pulse, Noise, and DC cannot. The first step in creating your modulated waveform is to press the Mod Function button on the Front Panel.
Operator’s Manual Generating an AM Modulated Waveform After selecting the Mod → AM (Amplitude Modulation) operator button, the WaveStation shows the AM Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices.
WaveStation Generating an FM Modulated Waveform After selecting the Mod → FM (Frequency Modulation) operator button, the WaveStation shows the FM Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices.
Operator’s Manual Generating an ASK Modulated Waveform After selecting the Mod → ASK (Amplitude Shift Keying) operator button, WaveStation shows the ASK Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices.
WaveStation Generating an FSK Modulated Waveform After selecting the Mod → FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) operator button, WaveStation shows the FSK Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices.
Operator’s Manual Generating a PM Modulated Waveform After selecting the Mod → PM (Phase Modulation) operator button, WaveStation shows the PM Operation menu and corresponding Display and Detail dialogs. Press adjacent Operation buttons and use the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to make specific adjustment/selection parameter choices.
Generating Sweep Waveforms Specific waveform types may be swept (as carrier waveforms) using the WaveStation. Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb waveforms may be swept, while Pulse, Noise, and DC cannot. Frequency sweep mode uses the WaveStation to sweep from the start frequency to the stop frequency at a specified sweep rate.
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2/X ↑ first selection. Press the adjacent button to navigate additional menu(s) and parameter(s) as desired. Frequency sweep mode uses the WaveStation to sweep from the start frequency to the stop frequency at a specified sweep rate.
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WaveStation Sweep Operation menu selections and parameters include SwpTime, StopFreq, FreqSpan, StartFreq, MidFreq, Source, TrigOut, Linear/Log, and Direction as follows: SwpTime - This parameter sets the overall sweep time span in which the frequency changes from specified start frequency to stop frequency values.
Operator’s Manual Generating Burst Waveforms Specific waveform types may be burst using WaveStation. Sine, Square, Ramp, or Arb waveforms may be set to an N-Cycle Burst, while Noise is the only waveform type available for a Gated Burst. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: ...
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WaveStation Operation menus containing more parameters than the ones showing on the first menu have a 1/X ↓ final selection. The additional menu(s) therefore have a 2/X ↑ first selection. Press the adjacent button to navigate additional menu(s) and parameter(s) as desired.
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Operator’s Manual NCycle/Gated - Press this operation button to select either NCycle or Gated for your burst waveform(s). Many controls on the Burst operation menu change based on the selection made on this control. When NCycle is selected, you can press the Period operation button and provide a specific value for the Pulse Period control using the detail dialog.
WaveStation Save/Recall Overview The first step when using the Save/Recall is to press the corresponding Save/Recall function button on the Front Panel. The following interface is shown with the Store Operation menu on the right side of the screen. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: ...
Operator’s Manual While details around saving and recalling different folders and file types are covered here, the following section covers some menu control considerations. For more information on getting to this point, see Navigating Interfaces, Adjusting Parameters, and Making Selections (on page 11). Save/Recall Menu Controls and Considerations After pressing the Save/Recall button on the Front Panel, the Display Menu Operation buttons are used to select applicable parameters and...
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NOTE: When saving State (Setup) or Data (Arbitrary Waveforms) onto your WaveStation, 10 specific Memory Banks are provided for each type on the File section of the Browser. When a Save is completed, the name you provide is shown to the right of the specific bank.
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Save your file. If you're saving State (Setup) or Data (Arbitrary Waveforms) onto your WaveStation, onto one of their 10 specific Memory Banks, and select a Bank/File location already containing previously stored information, your new information always overwrites the old.
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A status message should then be shown on the bottom of the Folder display area indicating the read completed successfully. NOTE: Refer to the WaveStation PC Software Overview (on page 64) to learn how to transfer waveform files between the WaveStation and your PC.
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Operator’s Manual Delete You can delete stored Setups or Data by navigating to the desired file stored on either WaveStation itself or from a USB device. Use the Browser controls to navigate to the desired file for deletion. ...
WaveStation Utility NOTE: See Combined Use of Waveform, Function, and Configuration Buttons (on page 17). Main Utility Operations The first step when using Utility is to press the corresponding Utility function button on the Front Panel. After pressing the Utility button on the Front Panel, select the desired function using the corresponding Display Menu Operation buttons.
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USB connector on the Back Panel of your WaveStation. NOTE: Be sure to make the USBRAW setting before connecting to WaveStation from a PC using the WaveStation PC Software. For more detailed installation instructions, see Installing the 922700-00 Rev A...
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WaveStation WaveStation PC Drivers and Software (on page 66). Be sure to make the USBTMC setting before connecting to WaveStation from a PC using VISA. Download the latest copy of NI-VISA at www.ni.com/visa/. Press the GPIB option button and use the Adjustment Control Knob from the Digital Input Front Panel Controls to provide a specific GPIB Address value.
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Operator’s Manual Sync - Press this option button and an additional menu is provided where you can turn the State of your synchronization On/Off and use the Channel option button to send the synchronized signal to CH1 or CH2. All standard output functions (except DC and Noise) have a corresponding Sync signal sent through the Sync Out connector on the Back Panel.
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WaveStation. NOTE: The menus don't appear on the WaveStation in this manner; they are shown here side-by-side for convenience. When corresponding option buttons are pressed and the item is selected...
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Operator’s Manual NOTE: When selecting the Set to Default option button, your WaveStation is restored to various factory settings as described in Restoring the Default Settings (on page 59). Make selections as desired and press the Done (to commit) option button and the System menu is shown.
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The Cancel option button may also be pressed and returns you to the 2/2 main Util menu. EditInfo - Press this option button and a WaveStation firmware version details screen is shown and contains details for Boot-Strap Number, Software Version, Hardware Version, Model Number, and Serial Number.
Exit the screen by pressing any Option, Waveform, or Function button on the Front Panel. Update - Firmware updates are made available for the WaveStation function/arbitrary waveform generator and may be downloaded from teledynelecroy.com. Follow the procedure on page 64 to download and install the update.
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WaveStation Sweep Default Value Start/Stop Frequency 100 Hz/1.9 kHz Sweep Time Trig Out Mode Linear ↑ Direction Burst Default Value Period 10 ms Phase 0° Count 1 Cycle Trig Trigger Default Value Source Internal 922700-00 Rev A...
Otherwise, pressing Cancel from the main listing of topics takes you out of the Help system. The information in this manual is supplemented by a WaveStation SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) Command Reference Manual available on teledynelecroy.com.
WaveStation Controlling WaveStation with USB-GPIB and/or USBTMC WaveStation can be controlled using either USB-GPIB (for GPIB) or USBTMC (for VISA) protocols. To set the WaveStation to receive the desired protocol, choose either: Utility → IO Setup → GPIB. Utility → IO Setup → USB Setup → USBTMC.
Operator’s Manual Connecting the USB-GPIB Adapter First, make sure you've set your WaveStation to receive the USB-GPIB connection. This is described in Controlling WaveStation with USB-GPIB and/or USBTMC (on page 62) and in Main Utility Operations (on page 52). The default address for the adapter is 18.
2. Extract the firmware file, <filename>.ads and save it to a USB drive. 3. Power up the WaveStation 2000 and plug the USB drive into the front-panel USB port. 4. Press Utility and go to page 2/2 of the Util menu.
WaveStation PC Software Overview You can use the WaveStation Software to send and receive waveforms files over a PC connection with your WaveStation. You can make modifications to Waveform files using the software, save the files, and then see your changes on your WaveStation.
WaveStation Installing Drivers and Software In order to use WaveStation with your PC, you must install the drivers and software in the following order: 1. Download latest version of WaveStation PC Software from www.teledynelecroy.com/wavestation. 2. Turn on your WaveStation and configure the rear USB connector for USBRAW as explained in Main Utility Operations (on page 52).
Making the WaveStation-PC Software Connection To share waveform data between your WaveStation and a PC: 1. Install the WaveStation PC Software on your the PC you plan to use with your WaveStation. 2. Enable the USB connector on the Back Panel for a USBRAW connection by choosing: Utility →...
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The Read wave pop-up is then shown and provides a Wave list control showing all the waveforms (Data - Arbitrary Waveform and Stored Waveforms) stored on your connected WaveStation. Select the desired waveform from the Wave list drop-down on the Read wave pop-up and click the Read wave button to pull the waveform from your WaveStation onto your PC.
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Operator’s Manual NOTE: A scalar representation of the waveform data is sent. Adjust the amplitude, frequency, and offset as desired. 922700-00 Rev A...
Modifying Waveform Files from PC Software to WaveStation With your WaveStation - PC Software connection completed as explained in Making the WaveStation - PC Software Connection (on page 67), you now need to create and save Data (Arbitrary Waveform) using the WaveStation PC Software.
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Operator’s Manual Provide a Name for your waveform and, if desired, provide details for Samples, VPP, Quantify, Frequency, and Period. Click the Ok button when finished and your new Waveform is shown. Modify your waveform as desired by either selecting one of the Waveform Type buttons or using various Waveform Drawing Tools.
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The Send wave pop-up is then shown. Select one of the 10 ARB waveform bank locations for saving your waveform (from the Store location control) and exactly which waveform for saving to WaveStation (from the Name control) and click the Send button.
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Operator’s Manual Retrieve the sent ARB sent to your WaveStation as explained in Main Save/Recall Operations (on page 46), by pressing the Save/Recall Front Panel button, selecting Data using the FileType operation button, selecting your waveform on the File display area on the Browser, pressing the Recall control button.
WaveStation Reference Certifications This section certifies the instrument’s Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Safety and Environmental compliances. EMC Compliance EC D - EMC ECLARATION ONFORMITY The instrument meets intent of EC Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European...
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5 Performance Criteria “C” applied for 70%/25 cycle voltage dips and for 0%/250 cycle voltage interruption test levels per EN61000-4-11. European Contact: Teledyne LeCroy Europe GmbH Waldhofer Str 104 D-69123 Heidelberg Germany Tel: (49) 6221 82700 –...
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WaveStation The design of the instrument has been verified to conform to the following limits put forth by these standards: Overvoltage Category II: this refers to equipment intended to be supplied from the building wiring with a nominal supply voltage up to 300V.
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Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste electronic equipment in standard waste receptacles. For more information about proper disposal and recycling of your Teledyne LeCroy product, please visit teledynelecroy.com/recycle. ESTRICTION AZARDOUS UBSTANCES...
Creating a Noise Wave, 30 Creating a Pulse Wave, 28 Initial Function Settings, 16 Creating a Ramp Wave, 27 Installing the WaveStation PC Drivers Creating a Sine Wave, 21 and Software, 66 Creating a Square Wave, 26 Creating an Arbitrary Waveform, 30...
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Modifying Waveform Files from PC Software to WaveStation, 70 Save/Recall Overview, 46 Modifying Waveform Files from Save/Recall, Utility, and Help WaveStation to PC Software, 67 Buttons, 17 Navigating Interfaces, Adjusting The USB-GPIB Adapter, 62 Parameters, and Making Selections, The WaveStation Interface, 10...
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