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Tektronix MDO32 Quick Start Manual

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3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope
MDO32 and MDO34
Quick Start Manual
Warning: The servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified
to do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to performing service.
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  • Page 1 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual Warning: The servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to performing service.
  • Page 2 Copyright © Tektronix. All rights reserved. Licensed software products are owned by Tektronix or its subsidiaries or suppliers, and are protected by national copyright laws and international treaty provisions. Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Set the date and time................................33 Download and install the latest firmware..........................33 Run Signal Path Compensation (SPC)..........................34 Compensate TPP0250, TPP0500B, or TPP1000 probes....................34 Connect to a network (LAN)..............................36 Index......................................37 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source. Use only insulated voltage probes, test leads, and adapters supplied with the product, or indicated by Tektronix to be suitable for the product.
  • Page 5 Before connecting probes or test leads, connect the power cord from the power connector to a properly grounded power outlet. Keep fingers behind the protective barrier, protective finger guard, or tactile indicator on the probes. Remove all probes, test leads and accessories that are not in use. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 6: Service Safety Summary

    Important safety information Use only correct Measurement Category (CAT), voltage, temperature, altitude, and amperage rated probes, test leads, and adapters for any measurement. Beware of high voltages Understand the voltage ratings for the probe you are using and do not exceed those ratings. Two ratings are important to know and understand: •...

  • Page 7: Terms In This Manual

    (This symbol may also be used to refer the user to ratings in the manual.) The following symbols(s) may appear on the product. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 8: Compliance Information

    This section lists the safety and environmental standards with which the instrument complies. This product is intended for use by professionals and trained personnel only; it is not designed for use in households or by children. Questions about compliance information may be directed to the following address: Tektronix, Inc. PO Box 500, MS 19-045 Beaverton, OR 97077, USA tek.com...

  • Page 9: Environmental Compliance

    Part III, Sub-section 38.3. Consult your carrier to determine which lithium battery transportation requirements are applicable to your configuration, including to its re-packaging and re-labeling, prior to reshipment of the product by any mode of transport. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    User interface optimized for touchscreen use • Sample rates of 2.5 GS/s on all analog channels (5 GS/s on 1 or 2 channels for the MDO34 or MDO32 with the 1 GHz option) • 10 M points record length on all channels •...

  • Page 11: Check Shipped Accessories

    Check shipped accessories Make sure that you received everything you ordered. If anything is missing, contact Tektronix Customer Support. In North America, call 1-800-833-9200. Worldwide, visit www.tek.com to find contacts in your area. Check the packing list that came with your instrument to verify that you have received all standard accessories and ordered items. If you purchased factory options, tap Help >...

  • Page 12: Operating Requirements

    Getting started Operating requirements Use the oscilloscope within the required operating temperature, power, altitude, and signal input voltage ranges to provide the most accurate measurements and safe instrument operation. Environment requirements Characteristic Description Operating temperature -10 °C to +55 °C (+14 °F to +131 °F) For proper cooling, keep the sides and rear of the instrument clear of obstructions for 2 inches (51 mm).

  • Page 13: Input Signal Requirements

    +30 V to -20 V Minimum signal swing 500 mV peak-to-peak Input resistance 101 kΩ Input capacitance 8.0 pF typical Pollution Degree 2, indoor use only Humidity 5% to 95% relative humidity 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 14: Lock The Oscilloscope

    Getting started Lock the oscilloscope Lock an oscilloscope to a test bench or equipment rack to prevent property loss. Attach a standard laptop security lock to the rear panel of the oscilloscope, to secure the oscilloscope to a workbench, rack, or other location. Powering the instrument Always connect the oscilloscope to AC power using the power cord that shipped with the instrument.

  • Page 15: Check That The Oscilloscope Passes Power-On Self Tests

    If one or more power-on self tests shows Failed: a. Power cycle the oscilloscope. b. Tap Utility > Self Test. If one or more power-on self tests still shows Failed, contact Tektronix Customer Support. Connecting probes Probes and cables connect the oscilloscope to your device under test (DUT). Use a probe that best matches your signal measurement needs.

  • Page 16: Rackmount Information

    The optional RM3 Rackmount Kit lets you install the oscilloscope in standard equipment racks. The rack mount requires six rack units (6U) of space to install. Contact Tektronix Customer Support to purchase the rackmount kit option RM3. Follow the instructions that come with the rackmount kit (RM3 Rackmount Kit Instructions).

  • Page 17: Connect The Oscilloscope To A Pc Using A Usb Cable

    Use a swab to clean narrow spaces around controls and connectors. Do not use any liquid cleaning agents or chemicals that could damage the touchscreen, case, controls, markings or labels, or possibly infiltrate the case. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 18: Getting Acquainted With Your Instrument

    Getting acquainted with your instrument Getting acquainted with your instrument The following content provides a high-level description of the instrument controls and user interface. Refer to the instrument help for detailed information on using the controls and user interface to display waveforms and take measurements. Front panel controls and connectors The front panel controls provide direct access to key instrument settings such as vertical, horizontal, trigger, and cursors.

  • Page 19: Rear Panel Connections

    7. HDMI output lets you connect an external monitor or projector to show the oscilloscope screen. 8. Security lock connector lets you use a standard PC/laptop lock cable to secure the oscilloscope to a work bench or other location. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 20: User Interface

    Getting acquainted with your instrument User interface The touchscreen user interface contains waveforms, measurement readouts, and touch-based controls to access all oscilloscope functions. 1. The Menu bar provides menus for typical operations including: • Saving, loading, and accessing files • Undoing or redoing an UI action •...

  • Page 21: Identifying Items In The Time Domain Display

    The Expansion Point icon on the waveform view shows the center point around which the waveform expands and compresses when changing horizontal settings. The Trigger Position Indicator shows where the trigger event occurred in the waveform record. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...
  • Page 22 Getting acquainted with your instrument The Zoom icon (in upper right corner of Waveform and Plot views) toggles zoom on and off. The Trigger Level Indicator icon(s) shows the trigger level(s) on the trigger source waveform. Some trigger types require two trigger levels.

  • Page 23: Identifying Items In The Frequency Domain Display

    To activate the frequency domain display, press the front panel RF button or tap the RF button in the display. Each area of the user interface has a specific function that helps manage information or controls. Vertical graticule labels Start frequency Reference level Vertical scale Center frequency Span and resolution bandwidth Stop frequency 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...
  • Page 24 Getting acquainted with your instrument Reference marker Displayed trace indicators a. An RF trace indicator is placed at the Reference Level. b. A capital M appears if the maximum trace is turned on. c. A capital A appears if the average trace is turned on. d.

  • Page 25: Badges

    Double-tap a Measurement badge to open its configuration menu to change or refine settings. Some measurements and their badges are only available as options. For example, Power measurements are only listed in the Add Measurement menu if the PWR option is installed. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...
  • Page 26 Getting acquainted with your instrument To add statistical readouts to individual measurement badges, double-tap a measurement badge to open its configuration menu and select Show Statistics in Badge. You can drag or flick Measurement badges off to the right of the display to delete them. You can bring the badge back by swiping in from the right.
  • Page 27 To close the clipping message, change the vertical scale to show the entire waveform, disconnect the probe tip from the excessive voltage source, and check that you are probing the correct signal using the correct probe. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...
  • Page 28 Getting acquainted with your instrument Error messages and badges This instrument shows a warning triangle symbol and an error message abbreviation in a Channel badge when an error occurs. To remove the message from the badge, clear the error. System badges System badges (in the Settings bar) display the main Horizontal, Trigger, and Acquisition settings.

  • Page 29: Configuration Menus

    Double-tap an item (badge, Waveform View, cursor readouts, and so on) to open its configuration menu. For example, double-tap a Channel badge in the Settings Bar to open its configuration menu. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...
  • Page 30 Getting acquainted with your instrument Selections or values that you enter take effect immediately. Menu contents are dynamic and can change depending on your selections, instrument options, or attached probes. Related settings are grouped into 'panels.' Tap the panel name to show those settings. Changes to panel settings can change the values and/or fields shown in that panel and other panels.

  • Page 31: Zoom User Interface

    A and B multipurpose knobs. Double tap the zoom scale and position fields to enter a value using a numerical keypad. Touch the Zoom Position or Horizontal Zoom Scale fields before using the multipurpose knobs to adjust the zoom. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 32: Using The Touchscreen Interface For Common Tasks

    Getting acquainted with your instrument Using the touchscreen interface for common tasks Use standard touchscreen actions, similar to those found on smart phones and tablets, to interact with most screen objects. You can also use a mouse to interact with the UI. The equivalent mouse operation is shown for each touch operation. Table 3: Common touchscreen UI tasks (with mouse equivalents) Task Touchscreen UI action...

  • Page 33: Configure The Instrument

    Determine the current version of firmware installed on the oscilloscope. The version number is found in the About window under the Help menu on most instruments. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 34: Run Signal Path Compensation (Spc)

    4. Close the Calibration configuration dialog when SPC has completed. 5. If SPC fails, write down any error message text. Make sure that all probes and cables are disconnected and run SPC again. If SPC still fails, contact Tektronix Customer Support. Compensate TPP0250, TPP0500B, or TPP1000 probes Probe compensation adjusts the high frequency response of a probe for best waveform capture and measurement accuracy.
  • Page 35 1 or connect a different probe to this channel and start from step 1. If the Probe Compensation Status says Default, continue with this procedure. 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope MDO32 and MDO34 Quick Start Manual...

  • Page 36: Connect To A Network (Lan)

    Configure the instrument Tap Compensate Probe to open the Probe Compensation dialog. Tap Compensate Probe to run the probe compensation. 10. The probe compensation is finished when the Probe Compensation Status displays Pass. Disconnect the probe tip and ground from the PROBE COMP terminals.

  • Page 37: Index

    Index Ethernet port (rear panel) Ethernet, connect to A knob expansion point, waveform Acquisition controls Bus waveform button Math waveform button Fast Acq button Ref waveform button firmware, how to update add measurement statistical readouts to badge Force button frequency domain display option front panel AFG Out (rear panel)
  • Page 38 how to (continued) check power-on self tests results compensate TPP250, TPP0500B, TPP1000 probes panels, menu connect probes pinching and handle rotate connect to network position knob connect to PC using USB cable download, install firmware knob (horizontal) remote access the oscilloscope (from Web) power cord connector (rear panel) run signal path compensation (SPC) power requirements...
  • Page 39 Scale knob (horizontal) search badge Search button security cable lock GPIB talk/listen address time Settings bar signal input levels Single/Seq button Slope button (front panel) SPC (signal path compensation) standard accessories TekVPI input connectors time, how to set Touch Off button touchscreen UI tasks trigger level indicators...

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