SDG1000X Series
Function / Arbitrary
Waveform Generator
User Manual
UM0201X-E01H

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Declaration

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Without permission, contents in this manual are not allowed to be copied, extracted or translated.

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General Safety Summary
Carefully read the following safety precautions to avoid any personal injuries or damages to the
instrument and any product connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, please use the instrument as
specified.

Only qualified technical personnel should service this instrument.
Avoid fire or open flame.
Use properly rated power line connections.
Use only the specified power line which has been approved by your local regulatory agency.
Ground the Instrument.
The instrument is grounded through the protective ground conductor of the power line. To avoid
electric shock, the ground conductor must be connected to the earth ground. Make sure theinstrument is grounded correctly before connecting its input or output terminals.
Connect the signal wire correctly.
The potential of the signal wire ground is equal to the earth, therefore do not connect the signal wire toa high voltage. Do not touch the exposed contacts or components.
Observe all terminal ratings.
To avoid fire or electric shock, please observe all ratings and sign instructions on the instrument.
Before connecting the instrument, please read the manual carefully to gain more information about the
ratings.
Do not operate with suspected failures.
If you suspect that the product is damaged, please let only qualified service personnel check it.
Avoid circuit or wire exposure.
Do not touch exposed contacts or components when the power is on.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep the surface of the instrument clean and dry.

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Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms used on the instrument. Terms may appear on the instrument:
DANGER: Indicates an injury or hazard that may immediately happen.
WARNING: Indicates an injury or hazard that may not immediately happen.
CAUTION: Indicates that a potential damage to the instrument or other property might occur.

Symbols used on the instrument. Symbols may appear on the instrument:

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Earth Ground

Warning

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Introduction to SDG1000X
The manual covers the following 2 models of SDG1000X Series Function/Arbitrary Waveform
Generators: SDG1032X and SDG1062X.
SIGLENT’s SDG1000X is a series of dual-channel function/arbitrary waveform generators withspecifications of up to 60MHz maximum bandwidth, 150MSa/s sampling rate and 14-bit verticalresolution. The proprietary EasyPulse technology helps to solve the weaknesses inherent intraditional DDS generators when generating pulse waveforms, and the special square wave generator
is capable of generating square waveforms with up to 60MHz frequency and low jitter. With theseadvantages, the SDG1000X can provide users with a variety of high fidelity and low jitter signals andcan meet the growing requirements of complex and extensive applications.

Key Features⚫

Dual-channel, with bandwidth up to 60MHz and amplitude up to 20Vpp⚫

150MSa/s sampling rate, 14-bit vertical resolution, and 16kpts waveform length⚫

Innovative Easy Pulse technology, capable of generating lower jitter Pulse waveforms, brings awide range and extremely high precision in pulse width and rise/fall times adjustment⚫

Special circuit for Square waves, which can generate Square wave with frequencies up to 60MHz
and jitter less than 300ps+0.05ppm of period⚫

A variety of analog and digital modulation types: AM , DSB-AM , FM , PM , FSK , ASK , PSK and
PWM⚫

Sweep and Burst functions⚫

Harmonic waveforms generating function⚫

Waveforms combining function⚫

High precision Frequency Counter⚫

196 kinds of built-in arbitrary waveforms⚫

Standard interfaces: USB Host , USB Device (USBTMC) , LAN (VXI-11)⚫

Optional interface: GPIB⚫

4.3” display

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Catalog
Declaration .............................................................................................................................................. IGeneral Safety Summary ....................................................................................................................... II
Safety Terms and Symbols.................................................................................................................... III
Introduction to SDG1000X .................................................................................................................... IV
Catalog ................................................................................................................................................... V
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2

Quick Start....................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1

Handle Adjustment ........................................................................................................... 2

1.2

The Front/Rear Panel ....................................................................................................... 3

1.3

To Select a Waveform ...................................................................................................... 8

1.4

To Set Modulation/Sweep/Burst ..................................................................................... 12

1.5

To Turn On/Off Output .................................................................................................... 14

1.6

To Use Numeric Input ..................................................................................................... 15

1.7

To Use Common Function Keys ..................................................................................... 16

Front Panel Operations ................................................................................................................. 17
2.1

To Set Sine Waveform .................................................................................................... 18

2.2

To Set Square Waveform ............................................................................................... 23

2.3

To Set Ramp Waveform ................................................................................................. 25

2.4

To Set Pulse Waveform .................................................................................................. 27

2.5

To Set Noise Waveform .................................................................................................. 31

2.6

To Set DC Waveform ...................................................................................................... 33

2.7

To Set Arbitrary Waveform.............................................................................................. 34

2.8

To Set Harmonic Function .............................................................................................. 45

2.9

To Set Modulation Function ............................................................................................ 47
2.9.1

AM ........................................................................................................................... 48

2.9.2

DSB-AM................................................................................................................... 51

2.9.3

FM ........................................................................................................................... 52

2.9.4

PM ........................................................................................................................... 54

2.9.5

FSK.......................................................................................................................... 56

2.9.6

ASK ......................................................................................................................... 58

2.9.7

PSK ......................................................................................................................... 59

2.9.8

PWM ........................................................................................................................ 60

2.10

To Set Sweep Function .................................................................................................. 63

2.11

To Set Burst Function ..................................................................................................... 67

2.12

To Store and Recall ........................................................................................................ 72
2.12.1

Storage System ....................................................................................................... 73

2.12.2File Type .................................................................................................................. 74

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2.13

3

4

5

6

File Operation .......................................................................................................... 75

To Set Utility Function ..................................................................................................... 78
2.13.1

System Settings ...................................................................................................... 80

2.13.2

Test/Cal.................................................................................................................... 88

2.13.3Frequency Counter ................................................................................................. 91

2.13.4

Output ...................................................................................................................... 93

2.13.5CH Copy/Coupling .................................................................................................. 97

2.13.6

Remote Interface ................................................................................................... 100

2.13.7

Sync Output........................................................................................................... 106

2.13.8Clock Source ......................................................................................................... 107

2.13.9Mode...................................................................................................................... 108

2.13.10

Overvoltage Protection .................................................................................. 109

Examples...................................................................................................................................... 111
3.1

Example 1: Generate a Sine Waveform ........................................................................112

3.2

Example 2: Generate a Square Waveform ...................................................................113

3.3

Example 3: Generate a Ramp Waveform .....................................................................114

3.4

Example 4: Generate a Pulse Waveform ......................................................................116

3.5

Example 5: Generate a Noise .......................................................................................118

3.6

Example 6: Generate a DC Waveform ..........................................................................119

3.7

Example 7: Generate a Linear Sweep Waveform ........................................................ 120

3.8

Example 8: Generate a Burst Waveform ..................................................................... 122

3.9

Example 9: Generate an AM Modulation Waveform .................................................... 124

3.10

Example 10: Generate a FM Modulation Waveform .................................................... 125

3.11

Example 11: Generate a PM Modulation Waveform .................................................... 126

3.12

Example 12: Generate a FSK Modulation Waveform .................................................. 127

3.13

Example 13: Generate an ASK Modulation

3.14

Example 14: Generate a PSK Modulation Waveform .................................................. 129

3.15

Example 15: Generate a PWM Modulation Waveform ................................................ 130

3.16

Example 16: Generate a DSB-AM Modulation Waveform ........................................... 131

Waveform .......................................... 128

Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................... 132
4.1

General Inspecting ....................................................................................................... 132

4.2

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 133

Service and Support.................................................................................................................... 134
5.1

Maintenance summary ................................................................................................. 134

5.2

Contact SIGLENT ......................................................................................................... 134

Appendix ..................................................................................................................................... 135
Appendix A: Accessories ............................................................................................................. 135
Appendix B: Daily Maintenance and Cleaning ........................................................................... 136

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Quick Start

This chapter covers the following topics:⚫

Handle Adjustment⚫

The Front/Rear Panel⚫

To Select a Waveform⚫

To Set Modulation/Sweep/Burst⚫

To Turn On/Off Output⚫

To Use Numeric Input⚫

To Use Common Function Keys

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Handle Adjustment

To adjust the handle position of the SDG1000X, please grip the handle by the sides and pull it outward.
Then, make the handle rotate to the desired position.

Figure 1-1 Viewing Position and Carrying Position2

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The Front/Rear Panel

This chapter will provide a brief introduction and description for the operation and functions of thefront/rear panel.

Front Panel
SDG1000X has a clear and simple front panel which includes a 4.3 inch screen, menu softkeys,
numeric keyboard, knob, function keys, arrow keys, and channel control area.

User Interface

Numeric Keyboard

Knob

USB Host

Arrow
Keys

Power key

Menu

Function

ChannelSoftkeys

Keys

Control

Figure 1-2 Front Panel of SDG1000X

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Rear Panel
The rear panel provides multiple interfaces, including Counter, 10MHz In/Out, Aux In/Out, LAN, USB
Device, Earth Terminal and AC Power Supply Input.

Aux

10MHz Clock
Input / Output

In / OutCounterEarthTerminal

USB Device

LAN
Interface

AC Power
Supply Input

Figure 1-3 Rear Panel of SDG1000X

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User Interface
The SDG1000X can only display parameters and waveform information for one channel at a time. The
picture below shows the interface when CH1 chooses AM modulation of a sine waveform. The
information displayed may vary depending on the function selected.

Figure 1-4 User Interface

1.

Waveform Display Area
Displays the currently selected waveform of each channel.

2.

Channel Status Bar
Indicates the selected status and output configuration of the channels.

3.

Basic Waveform Parameters Area
Shows the current waveform’s parameters of each channel. Press Parameter and select thecorresponding softkey to highlight the parameter to configure. Then use number keys or knob tochange the parameter value.

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Channel Parameters Area
Displays the load and output settings of the currently selected channel.
Load ----Value of the output load, as selected by the user.
Press

Utility→ Output → Load , then use the softkeys, number keys or knob to change

the parameter value; or continue pressing the corresponding output key for two second to switch
between High Impedance and 50Ω.
High Impedance: display HiZ.
Load: display impedance value (the default is 50Ω and the range is 50Ω to 100kΩ).
Note: This setting does not actually change the instrument’s output impedance of 50Ω but rather
is used to maintain amplitude accuracy into different load values.

Output ----Channel output state.
After pressing corresponding channel output control port, the current channel can be turned
on/off.

5.

LAN Status Icon
SDG1000X will show different prompt messages based on the current network status.
This mark indicates LAN connection is successful.
This mark indicates there is no LAN connection or LAN connection is unsuccessful.

6.

Mode Icon
SDG1000X will show different prompt messages based on the current mode.
This mark indicates current mode is Phase-locked.
This mark indicates current mode is Independent.

7.

Menu
Shows the menu corresponding to the displayed function. For example, Figure 1-4 shows theparameters of “AM modulation”.

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Modulation Parameters Area
Shows the parameters of the current modulation function. After selecting the corresponding menu,
use number keys or knob to change the parameter value.

9.

Clock Source Icon
This mark indicates current clock source is internal source.
This mark indicates that the current clock source is not available as an external sourceThis mark indicates current clock source is external source.

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To Select a Waveform

Press

Waveforms

to enter the menu as Figure 1-5 shows. The example below will help familiarize

with the waveform selection settings.

Figure 1-5 Waveform Selections

1.

Press

Waveforms

key and then press Sine softkey. The SDG1000X can generate sine

waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 60MHz. By setting Frequency/Period, Amplitude/Highlevel, Offset/Low level and Phase, a sine waveform with different parameters can be generated.

Figure 1-6 Sine Display Interface

2.

Press

Waveforms

key and then press Square softkey. The generator can generate square

waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 60MHz and variable duty cycle. By setting
Frequency/Period, Amplitude/High level, Offset/Low level, Phase and DutyCycle, a square
waveform with different parameters can be generated.

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Figure 1-7 Square Display Interface

3.

Press

Waveforms

key and then press Ramp softkey. The generator can generate ramp

waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 500kHz and variable symmetry. By setting
Frequency/Period, Amplitude/High level, Offset/Low level, Phase and Symmetry, a ramp
waveform with different parameters can be generated.

Figure 1-8 Ramp Display Interface

4.

Press

Waveforms

key and then press Pulse softkey. The generator can generate pulse

waveforms with frequencies from 1μHz to 12.5 MHz and variable pulse width and rise/fall times.
By setting Frequency/Period, Amplitude/High level, Offset/Low level, PulWidth / Duty, Rise/Falland Delay, a pulse waveform with different parameters can be generated.

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Figure 1-9 Pulse Display Interface

5.

Press

Waveforms

key and then press Noise softkey. The generator can generate noisewith a 60MHz bandwidth. By setting Stdev and Mean, noise with different parameters can begenerated.

Figure 1-10 Noise Display Interface

6.

Press

Waveforms

key and then press

Page 1/2, last press theDCsoftkey. The

generator can generate a DC signal with a level up to ±10V into a HighZ load or ±5V into a 50Ω
load.

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Figure 1-11 DC Display Interface

7.

Press

Waveforms

key and then press

Page 1/2, last press theArbsoftkey. The

generator can generate repeatable arbitrary waveforms with 16K points and frequencies up to
6MHz. By setting Frequency/Period, Amplitude / High level, Offset/Low level and Phase, anarbitrary waveform with different parameters can be generated.

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To Set Modulation/Sweep/Burst

As shown in Figure 1-13, there are three keys on the front panel which are used for modulation,
sweep and burst settings. The instructions below will help to explain these functions.

Figure 1-13 Modulate/Sweep/Burst Key

1.

Press

Mod

, the Modulation function will be enabled.

The modulated waveform can be changed by modifying the parameters such as Type, Source,
AM Depth, AM Freq, Shape, etc. The SDG1000X can modulate waveforms using AM , FM , PM ,ASK , FSK , PSK , PWM and DSB-AM , etc. Pulse waveforms can only be modulated using PWM.
Noise and DC waveforms cannot be modulated.

Figure 1-14 Modulation Display Interface

2.

Press

Sweep

, the Sweep function will be enabled.

Sine, square, ramp and arbitrary waveforms support the sweep function. In sweep mode, theSDG1000X can generate signals with variable frequency. The available range of sweep time isfrom 1ms to 500s. The trigger source can be “Internal”, “External” or “Manual”.

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Figure 1-15 Sweep Waveform Display Interface

3.

Press

Burst

, the Burst function will be enabled.

Burst signals for sine, square, ramp, pulse or arbitrary waveforms may be generated. Start Phase
ranges from 0°to 360°and Burst Period ranges from 1μs to 1000s.

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To Turn On/Off Output

As shown in Figure 1-17, there are two keys on the right side of the operation panel which are used toenable / disable the output of the two channels. Choose a channel and press the corresponding
Outputkey, the key backlight will be lighted and the output will be enabled. Press the

Outputkey again, the key backlight will be extinguished and the output will be disabled.

Keep pressing the corresponding output key for two second to switch between High Impedance and50Ω load.

Figure 1-17 Output Keys

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To Use Numeric Input

As shown in Figure 1-18, there are three sets of keys on the front panel, which are arrow keys, knob
and numeric keyboard. The instructions below will help to familiarize you with the digital input
selection.

Figure 1-18 Front Panel Digital Input

1.

The numeric keyboard is used to enter the parameter’s value.

2.

The knob is used to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counterclockwise) the current digit whensetting parameters

3.

When using knob to set parameters, the arrow keys are used to select the digit to be modified;
When using numeric keyboard to set parameters, the left arrow key is used as a Backspacefunction.

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To Use Common Function Keys

As shown in Figure 1-19, there are five keys on the operation panel which are labeled Parameter,
Utility, Store/Recall, Waveforms, and Ch1/Ch2. The instructions below will help to familiarize you withthese functions.

Figure 1-19 Waveforms Utility and Parameter Key

1.

The

Parameter

key makes it convenient for the operator to set the parameters of basic

waveforms directly.
2.

The

Utility

key is used to set the auxiliary system function, such as output configurations,interface setting, system setting information, performing the instrument self-test and reading thecalibration information, etc.
3.

The

Store/Recall

key is used to store and recall waveform data and configuration information.

4.

The

Waveforms

key is used to select basic waveforms.

5.

The

Ch1/Ch2

key is used to switch the currently selected channel between CH1 and CH2.

After start-up, CH1 is selected as default. At this point, press the key to select CH2.

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Front Panel Operations

Up until this point we have briefly described the SDG1000X front panel controls. If the user still has
any questions on these topics at this point, it is suggested that you review Quick Start (Chapter 1)
once more.

This chapter covers the following topics:⚫

To Set Sine Waveform⚫

To Set Square Waveform⚫

To Set Ramp Waveform⚫

To Set Pulse Waveform⚫

To Set Noise Waveform⚫

To Set DC Waveform⚫

To Set Arbitrary Waveform⚫

To Set Harmonic Function⚫

To Set Modulation Function⚫

To Set Sweep Function⚫

To Set Burst Function⚫

To Store and Recall⚫

To Set Utility Function

It is recommended that you read this chapter carefully so as to understand the SDG1000X’s versatile
waveform setting functions and additional operation methods.

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2.1
Press

To Set Sine Waveform
Waveforms

key to select the waveform function and then press the Sine softkey. The

sine waveform parameters are set by using the sine operation menu.

The parameters available for sine waveforms include frequency/period, amplitude/high level,
offset/low level and phase. Different sine signals can be generated by setting these parameters. As
shown in Figure 2-1, in the soft key menu, select Frequency . The frequency parameter area ishighlighted in the parameter display window, and users can set the frequency value here.

Figure 2-1 Sine Parameters Display Interface

Table2-1 Menu Explanations of Sine Waveform
Functionmenu

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Settings

Explanations

Frequency/
PeriodSet the signal frequency or period;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Amplitude/
HighLevel

Set the signal amplitude or high level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Offset/LowLevel

Set the signal offset or low level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Phase

Set the phase of the signal.

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To Set the Frequency / Period
Frequency is one of the most important parameters of basic waveforms. For different instrument
models and waveforms, the available ranges of frequency are different. For detailed information,please refer to “SDG1000X Datasheet”. The default frequency is 1kHz.

1.

Press

Waveforms→ Sine → Frequency , to set the frequency parameter.

The frequency shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or theset value of last power down. If Period (rather than Frequency) is the desired parameter, press
Frequency/Period again to enter the Period mode. The current value for the waveform’s period is
now displayed in inverse color. Press the Frequency/Period key once again to return to theFrequency entry mode.

2.

Input the desired frequency.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value.

Figure 2-2 Setting the Frequency

Note:
When using the numeric keyboard to enter the value, the left arrow key can be used to move thecursor backward and delete the value of the previous digit.

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To Set the Amplitude
The amplitude setting range is limited by the “Load” and “Frequency/Period” settings. For detailed
information, please refer to “SDG1000X Datasheet”.

1.

Press

Waveforms→ Sine → Amplitude , to set the amplitude.

The amplitude shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or theset value of last power down. If setting the waveform’s high level is desired, press the
Amplitude / HighLevel key again to switch into the high level parameter (the current operation isdisplayed in inverse color).

2.

Input the desired amplitude.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value.

Figure 2-3 Setting the Amplitude20

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To Set the Offset
The offset setting range is limited by the “Load” and “Amplitude/HighLevel” settings. For detailed
information, please refer to “SDG1000X Datasheet”. The default value is 0Vdc.

1.

Press

Waveforms→ Sine → Offset , to set the offset.

The offset shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or the set
value of last power down. If you want to set the waveform by low level, press theOffset /LowLevel key again, to switch into the low level parameter (the current operation is displayed ininverse color).

2.

Input the desired offset.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value.

Figure 2-4 Setting the Offset

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To Set the Phase
1.

Press

Waveforms→ Sine → Phase , to set the phase.

The Phase shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or the set
value of last power down.

2.

Input the desired phase.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value.

Figure 2-5 Setting the Phase

Note:
When the independent mode is enabled, the phase parameter cannot be modified

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Press

To Set Square Waveform
Waveforms

key to select the waveform function, and press the

Squaresoftkey. The

square waveform parameters are set by using the Square operation menu.

The parameters of square waveforms include frequency / period, amplitude / high level, offset / lowlevel, phase and duty. As shown in Figure 2-6, select DutyCycle . The duty cycle parameter area ishighlighted in the parameter display window, and users can set the duty cycle value here.

Figure 2-6 Square Parameters Display Interface

Table2-2 Menu Explanations of Square Waveform
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Frequency/
PeriodSet the signal frequency or period;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Amplitude/
HighLevel

Set the signal amplitude or high level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Offset/LowLevel

Set the signal offset or low level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Phase

Set the phase of the signal.

DutyCycle

Set the duty cycle for square waveform.

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To Set the Duty Cycle
Duty Cycle: The ratio of the amount of time the pulse is in the high state and the waveform’s period.

The duty cycle setting range is limited by the “Frequency/Period” setting. For detailed information,please refer to “SDG1000X Datasheet”. The default value is 50%.

1.

Press

Waveforms→ Square → DutyCycle , to set the duty cycle.

The duty cycle shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or theset value of last power down.

2.

Input the desired Duty Cycle.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value. The generator will change the waveform immediately.

Figure 2-7 Setting the Duty Cycle

Note:
The methods of setting other parameters of square signal are similar to sine waveform function.
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2.3
Press

To Set Ramp Waveform
Waveforms

key to select the waveform function, and press the Ramp softkey. The ramp

waveform parameters are set by using the ramp operation menu.

The parameters for ramp waveforms include frequency/period, amplitude/high level, offset/low level,
phase and symmetry. As shown in Figure 2-8, in the soft key menu, selectSymmetry. Thesymmetry parameter area is highlighted in the parameter display window, and users can set thesymmetry value here.

Figure 2-8 Ramp Parameters Display Interface

Table2-3 Menu Explanations of Ramp Waveform
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Frequency/
PeriodSet the signal frequency or period;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Amplitude/
HighLevel

Set the signal amplitude or high level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Offset/LowLevel

Set the signal offset or low level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Phase

Set the phase of the signal.

Symmetry

Set the symmetry for ramp waveform.

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To Set the Symmetry
Symmetry: The percentage that the rising period takes up the whole Period.
Input Range: 0~100%
Default Value: 50%

1.

Press

Waveforms→ Ramp → Symmetry , to set the symmetry.

The symmetry shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or theset value of last power down.

2.

Input the desired Symmetry.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value. The generator will change the waveform immediately.

Figure 2-9 Setting the Symmetry

Note:
The methods of setting other parameters of ramp signal are similar to sine waveform function.

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2.4
Press

To Set Pulse Waveform
Waveforms

key to select the waveform function, and press the Pulse softkey. The pulse

waveform parameters are set by using the pulse operation menu.

The parameters for pulse waveforms include frequency/period, amplitude/high level, offset/low level,width, rise/fall and delay. As shown in Figure 2-10, in the soft key menu, select PulWidt . The pulse
width parameter area is highlighted in the parameter display window, and users can set the pulse
width value here.

Figure 2-10 Pulse Parameters Display Interface

Table 2-4 Menu Explanations of Pulse Waveform
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Frequency/
PeriodSet the signal frequency or period;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Amplitude/
HighLevel

Set the signal amplitude or high level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Offset/LowLevel

Set the signal offset or low level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

PulWidth/
DutyCycle

Set the signal pulse width or duty cycle;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Rise/
Fall

Setting the rise edge or fall edge for pulse waveform.
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Delay

Setting the delay for pulse waveform.

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To Set the Pulse Width/DutyCycle
Pulse width is defined as the time from the 50% threshold of a rising edge amplitude to the 50%
threshold of the next falling edge amplitude (as shown in the figure below). The pulse width setting
range is limited by the “Minimum Pulse Width” and “Pulse Period” setting. For detailed information,please refer to “SDG1000X Datasheet”. The default value is 200μs.
Pulse duty cycle is defined as the percentage that the pulse width takes up in the whole period. Pulse
duty cycle and pulse width are correlative. Once a parameter is changed, the other will be
automatically changed.

1.

Press

Waveforms→ Pulse → PulWidth , to set the pulse width.

The pulse width shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or
the set value of last power down. If you want to set the waveform by duty, press the PulWidth /DutyCycle key again, to switch into the duty parameter (the current operation is displayed ininverse color).

2.

Input the desired Pulse Width.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value. The generator will change the waveform immediately.

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Figure 2-11 Setting the Pulse Width

To Set the Rise/Fall Edge
Rise edge time is defined as the duration of the pulse amplitude rising from 10% to 90% threshold,while fall edge time is defined as duration of the pulse amplitude moving down from 90% to 10%
threshold. The setting of rise/fall edge time is limited by the currently specified pulse width limit. Users
can set rise edge and fall edge independently.

1.

Press

Waveforms→ Pulse → Rise to set the rise edge.

The rise edge shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or theset value of last power down. If you want to set the waveform by fall edge, press the Rise / Fall
key again, to switch into the fall edge parameter (the current operation is displayed in inverse
color).

2.

Input the desired rise edge.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value. The generator will change the waveform immediately.

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Figure 2-12 Setting the Rise Edge

Note:
The methods of setting other parameters of pulse signal are similar to sine waveform function.

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To Set Noise Waveform

Press

Waveforms

key to select the waveform function, and press the Noise softkey. The noise

parameters are set by using the noise operation menu.
The parameters for noise include stdev, mean and bandwidth. As shown in Figure 2-13, in the soft key
menu, select Stdev , The stdev parameter area is highlighted in the parameter display window, andusers can set the stdev value here. Noise is non-periodic signal which has no frequency or period.

Figure 2-13 Noise Parameters Display Interface

Table 2-5 Menu Explanations of Noise
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Stdev

Setting the stdev for noise waveform.

Mean

Setting the mean for noise waveform.

To Set the Stdev
1.

Press Waveforms → Noise → Stdev, to set the stdev.
The stdev shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or the set
value of last power down.

2.

Input the desired stdev.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value.

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Figure 2-14 Setting the Stdev

To Set the Mean
1.

Press

Waveforms→ Noise → Mean , to set the mean.

The mean shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or the set
value of last power down.

2.

Input the desired mean.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or use the arrow keys to select the digit to edit, and then use theknob to change its value.

Figure 2-15 Setting the Mean32

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2.6
Press

To Set DC Waveform
Waveforms→ Page 1/2 → DC

, to enter the following interface. Please note that

there is a ‘DC offset’ parameter at the middle of the screen.

Figure 2-16 DC Setting Interface

Note:
The method of setting offset of DC signal is similar to sine waveform function.

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To Set Arbitrary Waveform

The Arb signal consists of two types: the system’s built-in waveforms and the user-defined waveforms.
Built-in waveforms are stored in the internal non-volatile memory. SDG1000X allows users to edit any
waveform, and the number of waveform points is 16kpts.

DDS
ChooseWaveforms→ Page 1/2 → Arb → Arb Mode and select the “DDS” output mode.

The parameters include frequency/period, amplitude/high level, offset/low level and phase.

Figure 2-17 Arb Parameters Display Interface (DDS)

Table 2-6 Menu Explanations of Arb Waveform (Page 1/2)
Functionmenu

Settings

Explanations

Frequency/
PeriodSet the signal frequency or period;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Amplitude/
HighLevel

Set the signal amplitude or high level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Offset/LowLevel

Set the signal offset or low level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Phase

Set the phase of the signal.

In DDS output mode, users can set the frequency or period of the arbitrary waveform. The instrument
outputs an arbitrary waveform which is made up of certain points according to the current frequency

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TrueArb
ChooseWaveforms→

Page 1/2

→

Arb

→

Arb Modeand select the “TrueArb” output

mode. The parameters include sampling rate/frequency, amplitude/high level, offset/ low level andphase.

Figure 2-18 Arb Parameters Display Interface (TrueArb)

Table 2-7 Menu Explanations of Arb Waveform (Page 1/2)
Functionmenu

Settings

Explanations

SRate/
Frequency

Set the signal sampling rate or frequency;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Amplitude/
HighLevel

Set the signal amplitude or high level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Offset/LowLevel

Set the signal offset or low level;
The current parameter will be switched at a second press.

Phase

Set the phase of the signal.

In TrueArb output mode, users can set the sampling rate (the output points per second) or frequencyof the arbitrary waveform. The instrument outputs an arbitrary waveform point by point according to
the current sampling rate.

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To Set the Sampling Rate
⚫

Press

Waveforms→ Page 1/2 → Arb →TureArb → Srate , to set the sampling

rate parameter.
The sampling rate shown on the screen when the instrument is powered on is the default value or
the set value of last power on. When setting the function, if the current value is valid for the new
waveform, it will be used sequentially. If you want to set the frequency for the waveform, press
SRate / Frequency key again, to switch to the frequency parameter (the current operation isdisplayed in inverse color).
⚫

Input the desired sampling rate.
Use the numeric keyboard to input the parameter value directly, and press the corresponding key
to select the parameter unit. Or you can use the arrow keys to select the digit you want to edit,
and then use the knob to change its value.

Figure 2-19 Setting the Sampling Rate

Note:
The methods of setting the parameters of arbitrary signal are similar to sine waveform function.

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To select the built-in Arbitrary Waveform
There are plenty of built-in Arbitrary Waveforms and user-defined Arbitrary Waveforms inside thegenerator. To select one of them, follow the instructions below.

1.

To Select the Built-in Waveform
ChooseWaveforms→

Page 1/2

→

Arb

→

Arb Type→

Built-In

to enter thefollowing interface, as shown in Figure 2-20.

Figure 2-20 Built-in Arbitrary Waveforms

Press Common , Math , Engine , Window , Trigo or other menus to switch to thedesired category (the selected category in the menu bar is highlighted), then rotate the knob tochoose the desired waveform (the selected waveform is highlighted). Select Accept or press
the knob to recall the corresponding waveform.

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Explanation

StairUp

Stair-up waveform

StairDn

Stair-down waveform

StairUD

Stair-up and down waveform

Trapezia

Trapezia waveform

PpulsePositive pulse

NpulseNegative pulse

UpRamp

UpRamp waveform

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DnRampDnRamp waveform

SineTraSine-Tra waveform

SineVerSine-Ver waveform

ExpFall

ExpFall function

ExpRise

ExpRise function

LogFall

LogFall function

LogRise

LogRise function

Sqrt

Sqrt function

Root3

Root3 function

X^2

X2 function

X^3

X3 function

Airy

Airy function

Besselj

Bessel I function

Bessely

Bessel II function

Dirichlet

Dirichlet function

Erf

Error function

Erfc

Complementary error function

ErfcInv

Inverted complementary error function

ErfInv

Inverted error function

Laguerre

4-times Laguerre polynomial

Legend5-times Legend polynomial

Versiera

Versiera

Sinc

Sinc function

Gaussian

Gaussian function

Dlorentz

Dlorentz function

Haversine

Haversine function

Lorentz

Lorentz function

Gauspuls

Gauspuls signal

Gmonopuls

Gmonopuls signal

Tripuls

Tripuls signal

Weibull

Weibull distribution

LogNormal

LogNormal Gaussian distribution

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Rayleigh

Rayleigh distribution

CauchyCauchy distribution

Cardiac

Cardiac signal

Quake

Analog quake waveform

Chirp

Chirp signal

TwoTone

TwoTone signal

SNR

SNR signal

AmpALT

Gain oscillation curve

AttALT

Attenuation oscillation curve

RoundHalfRoundHalf Waveform

RoundsPM

RoundsPM Waveform

BlaseiWave

Time-velocity curve of explosive oscillation

DampedOsc

Time-displacement curve of damped oscillation

SwingOsc

Kinetic energy – time curve of swing oscillation

Discharge

Discharge curve of NI-MH battery

PahcurCurrent waveform of DC brushless motor

CombinCombination function

SCR

SCR firing profileTV

TV signal

Voice

Voice signal

Surge

Surge signal

RippleRipple wave of battery

Gamma

Gamma signal

StepResp

Step-response signal

BandLimited

Bandwidth-limited signal

CPulse

C-PulseCWPulseCW pulse

GateVibr

Gate self-oscillation signal

LFMPulse

Linear FM pulse

MCNoise

Mechanical construction noise

Hamming

Hamming window

HanningHanning window

KaiserKaiser window

BlackmanBlackman window

EngineWindow

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GaussiWin

GaussiWin window

Triangle

Triangle window (Fejer window)

BlackmanH

BlackmanH window

Bartlett-Hann

Bartlett-Hann window

Bartlett

Bartlett window

BarthannWin

Modified Bartlett-Hann window

BohmanWin

BohmanWin window

ChebWin

ChebWin window

FlattopWin

Flat top weighted window

ParzenWin

ParzenWin window

TaylorWin

TaylorWin window

TukeyWin

TukeyWin (tapered cosine) window

Tan

Tangent

Cot

CotangentSec

SecantCsc

Cosecant

Asin

Arc sine

Acos

Arc cosine

Atan

Arc tangent

ACot

Arc cotangent

CosH

Hyperbolic cosine

CosIntIntegral cosine

CothHyperbolic cotangent

Csch

Hyperbolic cosecant

SecH

Hyperbolic secant

SinH

Hyperbolic sine

SinIntIntegral sine

TanH

Hyperbolic tangent

ACosH

Arc hyperbolic cosine

ASecH

Arc hyperbolic secant

ASinH

Arc hyperbolic sine

ATanH

Arc hyperbolic tangent

ACsch

Arc hyperbolic cosecant

ACoth

Arc hyperbolic cotangent

Trigo

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SquareDuty01

Square waveform with 1% duty

SquareDuty02

Square waveform with 2% duty

SquareDuty04

Square waveform with 4% duty

SquareDuty06

Square waveform with 6% duty

SquareDuty08

Square waveform with 8% duty

SquareDuty10

Square waveform with 10% duty

SquareDuty12

Square waveform with 12% duty

SquareDuty14

Square waveform with 14% duty

SquareDuty16

Square waveform with 16% duty

SquareDuty18

Square waveform with 18% duty

SquareDuty20

Square waveform with 20% duty

SquareDuty22

Square waveform with 22% duty

SquareDuty24

Square waveform with 24% duty

SquareDuty26

Square waveform with 26% duty

SquareDuty28

Square waveform with 28% duty

SquareDuty30

Square waveform with 30% duty

SquareDuty32

Square waveform with 32% duty

SquareDuty34

Square waveform with 34% duty

SquareDuty36

Square waveform with 36% duty

SquareDuty38

Square waveform with 38% duty

SquareDuty40

Square waveform with 40% duty

SquareDuty42

Square waveform with 42% duty

SquareDuty44

Square waveform with 44% duty

SquareDuty46

Square waveform with 46% duty

SquareDuty48

Square waveform with 48% duty

SquareDuty50

Square waveform with 50% duty

SquareDuty52

Square waveform with 52% duty

SquareDuty54

Square waveform with 54% duty

SquareDuty56

Square waveform with 56% duty

SquareDuty58

Square waveform with 58% duty

SquareDuty60

Square waveform with 60% duty

SquareDuty62

Square waveform with 62% duty

SquareDuty64

Square waveform with 64% duty

SquareDuty66

Square waveform with 66% duty

Square 1

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SquareDuty68

Square waveform with 68% duty

SquareDuty70

Square waveform with 70% duty

SquareDuty72

Square waveform with 72% duty

SquareDuty74

Square waveform with 74% duty

SquareDuty76

Square waveform with 76% duty

SquareDuty78

Square waveform with 78% duty

SquareDuty80

Square waveform with 80% duty

SquareDuty82

Square waveform with 82% duty

SquareDuty84

Square waveform with 84% duty

SquareDuty86

Square waveform with 86% duty

SquareDuty88

Square waveform with 88% duty

SquareDuty90

Square waveform with 90% duty

SquareDuty92

Square waveform with 92% duty

SquareDuty94

Square waveform with 94% duty

SquareDuty96

Square waveform with 96% duty

SquareDuty98

Square waveform with 98% duty

SquareDuty99

Square waveform with 99% duty

EOG

Electro-Oculogram

EEG

Electroencephalogram

EMG

Electromyogram

Pulseilogram

Pulseilogram

ResSpeed

Speed curve of the respiration

ECG1

Electrocardiogram 1

ECG2

Electrocardiogram 2

ECG3

Electrocardiogram 3

ECG4

Electrocardiogram 4

ECG5

Electrocardiogram 5

ECG6

Electrocardiogram 6

ECG7

Electrocardiogram 7

ECG8Electrocardiogram 8

ECG9Electrocardiogram 9

ECG10Electrocardiogram 10

ECG11

Electrocardiogram 11

ECG12

Electrocardiogram 12

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ECG13

Electrocardiogram 13

ECG14

Electrocardiogram 14

ECG15

Electrocardiogram 15

LFPulseWaveform of the low frequency pulse electrotherapy

Tens1

Waveform 1 of the nerve stimulation electrotherapy

Tens2

Waveform 2 of the nerve stimulation electrotherapy

Tens3

Waveform 3 of the nerve stimulation electrotherapy

AMSectional sine AM signal

FM

Sectional sine FM signal

PFM

Sectional pulse FM signal

PM

Sectional sine PM signal l

PWM

Sectional PWM signal

Butterworth

Butterworth filter

Chebyshev1

Chebyshev1 filter

Chebyshev2

Chebyshev2 filter

demo1_375pts

TureArb waveform 1（375 pts）

demo1_16kpts

TureArb waveform 1（16384 pts）

demo2_3kpts

TureArb waveform 2（3000 pts）

demo2_16kpts

TureArb waveform 2（16384 pts）

Demo

2.

To Select the Stored Waveform
ChooseWaveforms→

Page 1/2

→

Arb

→

Arb Type→

Stored Waveforms

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Rotate the knob to choose the desired waveform. Then select Recall or press the knob to recall thecorresponding waveform.

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To Set Harmonic Function

The SDG1000X can be used as a harmonic generator to output harmonics with specified order,
amplitude and phase. According to the Fourier transform, a periodic time domain waveform is thesuperposition of a series of sine waveforms as shown in the equation below:

Generally, the component with f1 frequency is called fundamental waveform, f1 is fundamental
waveform frequency, A1 is fundamental waveform amplitude, and φ1 is fundamental waveform phase.
The frequencies of the other components (called harmonics) are all integral multiples of thefundamental waveform. Components whose frequencies are odd multiples of the fundamental
waveform frequency are called odd harmonics and components whose frequencies are even multiplesof the fundamental waveform frequency are called even harmonics.

Press

Waveforms→

Sine → Harmonic and choose “On”, then press Harmonic Parameterto enter the following interface.

Figure 2-22 Harmonic Interface

Table 2-9 Menu Explanations of Harmonic
Function
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Type
Order
Harmonic
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Explanations
Set the harmonic type to “odd”, “ever” or “all”.
Set the order of the harmonic.
Set the amplitude of the harmonic.
Set the phase of the harmonic.
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To Select the Harmonic TypeThe SDG1000X can output odd harmonics, ever harmonics and user-defined orders of harmonics.
After entering the harmonic setting menu, press Type to select the desired harmonic type.
1.

Press Even , the instrument will output fundamental waveform and even harmonics.

2.

Press Odd , the instrument will output fundamental waveform and odd harmonics.

3.

Press

All

, the instrument will output fundamental waveform and all the user-definedorders of harmonics.

To Set the Harmonic Order
After entering the harmonic setting menu, press Order , the use the numeric keyboard or knob to
input the desired value.
⚫

The range is limited by the maximum output frequency of the instrument and current
fundamental waveform frequency.

⚫

Range: 2 to maximum output frequency of the instrument ÷ current fundamental waveform
frequency⚫

The maximum is 16.

To Select the Harmonic Amplitude
After entering the harmonic setting menu, press Harmonic Ampl to set the harmonic amplitude ofeach order.
1.

Press Order to select the sequence number of the harmonic to be set.

2.

Press Harmonic Ampl to set the amplitude of the harmonic selected. Use the arrow keys
and knob to change the value. Or use the numeric keyboard to input the amplitude value andthen select the desired unit from the pop-up menu. The units available are Vpp, mVpp anddBc.

To Select the Harmonic Phase
After entering the harmonic setting menu, press Harmonic Phase to set the harmonic phase ofeach order.
1.

Press Order to select the sequence number of the harmonic to be set.

2.

Press Harmonic Phase to set the phase of the harmonic selected. Use the arrow keys
and knob to change the value. Or use the numeric keyboard to input the phase value andthen select the unit °.

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2.9

To Set Modulation Function

Use theMod

key to generate modulated waveforms. The SDG1000X can generate AM, FM, ASK,

FSK, PSK, PM, PWM and DSB-AM modulated waveforms. Modulating parameters vary with the typesof the modulation. In AM, users can set the source (internal/external), depth, modulating frequency,
modulating waveform and carrier. In DSB-AM, users can set the source (internal/external), modulating
frequency, modulating waveform and carrier. In FM, users can set the source (internal/external),
modulating frequency, frequency deviation, modulating waveform and carrier. In PM, users can set thesource (internal/external), phase deviation, modulating frequency, modulating waveform and carrier.
In ASK, users can set the source (internal/external), key frequency and carrier. In FSK, users can set
the source (internal/external), key frequency, hop frequency and carrier. In PSK, users can set thesource (internal/external), key frequency, polarity and carrier. In PWM, users can set the source(internal/external), modulating frequency, width/duty cycle deviation, modulating waveform and carrier.

We will introduce how to set these parameters in details according to the modulation types.

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2.9.1

AM

The modulated waveform consists of two parts: the carrier and the modulating waveform. In AM, theamplitude of the carrier varies with the instantaneous voltage of the modulating waveform.

Press

Mod

→ Type → AM , the parameters of AM modulation are shown in Figure 2-23.

Figure 2-23 Setting Interface of AM Modulation

Table 2-10 Menu Explanations of the AM Parameters
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Type

AM

Amplitude modulation

Internal

The source is internal

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel.

SourceAM Depth

Set the modulation depth.
Sine
SquareTriangle

Shape

UpRampChoose the modulating waveform.

DnRampNoise
Arb
AM Freq48

Set the modulating waveform frequency. Frequency range:
1mHz~20kHz (internal source only).

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The SDG1000X can accept modulating signal from an internal or external modulation source. PressMod→ AM → Source to select “Internal” or “External” modulation source. The default is“Internal”.

1.

Internal Source
When internal AM modulation source is selected, press

Shape

to select Sine, Square,

Triangle, UpRamp, DnRamp, Noise or Arb as modulating waveform.
⚫

Square: 50% duty cycle⚫

Triangle: 50% symmetry⚫

UpRamp: 100% symmetry⚫

DnRamp: 0% symmetry⚫

Arb: the arbitrary waveform selected of the current channel

Note:
Noise can be used as modulating waveform but cannot be used as the carrier.

2.

External Source
When external AM modulation source is selected, the generator accepts external modulating
signal from the [Aux In/Out] connector at the rear panel. At this time, the amplitude of themodulated waveform is controlled by the signal level applied to the connector. For example, if themodulation depth is set to 100%, the output amplitude will be the maximum when the modulating
signal is +6V and the minimum when the modulating signal is -6V.

Key Points:
The SDG1000X can use one channel as a modulating source for the other channel. The following
example takes the output signal of CH2 as the modulating waveform.
1.

Connect the CH2 output terminal to [Aux In/Out] connector on the rear panel using a dual
BNC cable.

2.

Select CH1 and pressMod

to select the desired modulation type as well as set thecorresponding parameters, and then select external modulation source.
3.

Select CH2 and select the desired modulating waveform and set the corresponding
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To Set Modulation Depth
Modulation depth expressed as a percentage indicates the amplitude variation degree. AM
modulation depth varies from 1% to 120%. Press AM Depth to set the parameter.
⚫

In the 0% modulation, the output amplitude is the half of the carrier’s amplitude.

⚫

In the 120％ modulation, the output amplitude is the same with the carrier’s amplitude.

⚫

For an external source, the depth of AM is controlled by the voltage level on the connector
connected to the [Aux In/Out]. ±6V correspond to 100% depth.

⚫

When external modulation source is selected, this menu is hidden.

To Set Modulation Frequency
When internal modulation source is selected, press AM Freq to highlight the parameter, then use
the numeric keyboard or arrow keys and knob to input the desired value.

50⚫

The modulation frequency ranges from 1mHz to 20kHz.

⚫

When external modulation source is selected, this menu is hidden.

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DSB-AM

DSB-AM is an abbreviation for Double-Sideband Suppressed Carrier – Amplitude Modulation. PressMod→ Type→DSB-AM . The parameters of DSB-AM modulation are shown in Figure

2-24.

Figure 2-24 Setting Interface of DSB-AM Modulation

Table 2-11 Menu Explanations of the DSB-AM Parameters
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Type

DSB-AMDSB Amplitude modulation.

Internal

The source is internal.

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel.

SourceSet the modulating waveform frequency. Frequency range:
1mHz~ 20kHz (internal source only).

DSB Freq
Sine
SquareTriangle
Shape

UpRampChoose the modulating waveform.

DnRamp
Noise
Arb

Note:
The methods of setting the parameters of DSB-AM are similar to AM.

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FM

The modulated waveform consists of two parts: the carrier and the modulating waveform. In FM, thefrequency of the carrier varies with the instantaneous voltage of the modulating waveform.
Press

Mod

→ Type → FM , the parameters of FM modulation are shown in Figure 2-25.

Figure 2-25 Setting Interface of FM Modulation

Table 2-12 Menu Explanations of the FM Parameters
Function
Menu
Type

Settings

Explanation

FM

Frequency modulation

Internal

The source is internal

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel.

SourceFreq Dev

Set the frequency deviation
Sine
SquareTriangle

Shape

UpRampChoose the modulating waveform.

DnRampNoise
Arb
FM Freq52

Set the modulating waveform frequency.
Frequency range 1mHz~ 20kHz (internal source).

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Press FM Dev to highlight the parameter, and then use the numeric keyboard or arrow keys and knob
to input the desired value.
⚫

The deviation should be equal to or less than the carrier frequency.

⚫

The sum of the deviation and the carrier frequency should be equal to or less than maximum
frequency of the selected carrier waveform .

Note:
The methods of setting other parameters of FM are similar to AM.

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2.9.4

PM

The modulated waveform consists of two parts: the carrier and the modulating waveform. In PM, thephase of the carrier varies with the instantaneous voltage level of the modulating waveform.
Press

Mod

→ Type → PM , the parameters of PM modulation are shown in Figure 2-26.

Figure 2-26 Setting Interface of PM Modulation

Table 2-13 Menu Explanations of the PM Parameters
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Type

PM

Phase modulation

Internal

The source is internal

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector
at the rear panel.

SourcePhase Dev

Phase deviation ranges from 0°~ 360°.
Sine
SquareTriangle

Shape

UpRampChoose the modulating waveform.

DnRampNoise
Arb
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Set the modulating waveform frequency. Frequency
range: 1mHz~ 20kHz.

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To Set Phase Deviation
Press Phase Dev to highlight the parameter, and then use the numeric keyboard or arrow keys andknob to input the desired value.
⚫

Use the numeric keyboard or arrow keys and knob to input the desired value.

⚫

The range of phase deviation is from 0°to 360°and the default value is 100°.

Note:
The methods of setting other parameters of PM are similar to AM.

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FSK

The FSK is Frequency Shift Keying, the output frequency of which switches between two preset
frequencies (carrier frequency and the hop frequency or sometimes known as mark frequency (1) andspace frequency (0)).

Press

Mod

→ Type → FSK , the parameters of FSK modulation are shown in Figure 2-27.

Figure 2-27 Setting Interface of FSK Modulation

Table 2-14 Menu Explanations of the FSK Parameters
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Type

FSK

Frequency shift keying modulation.

Internal

The source is internal.

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel.

SourceKey Freq

Set the frequency at which the output frequency shifts
between the carrier frequency and the hop frequency(internal modulation only): 1mHz~ 50kHz.

Hop Freq

Set the hop frequency.

To Set Key Frequency
When internal modulation source is selected, press Key Freq to set the rate at which the output
frequency shifts between “carrier frequency” and “hop frequency”.

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Use the numeric keyboard or arrow keys and knob to input the desired value.

⚫

The key frequency ranges from 1mHz to 50kHz.

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When external modulation source is selected, this menu is hidden.

To Set Hop Frequency
The range of the hop frequency depends on the carrier frequency currently selected. Press Hop Freq
to highlight the parameter, and then use the numeric keyboard or arrow keys and knob to input thedesired value.
⚫

Sine: 1uHz~60MHz⚫

Square: 1uHz~25MHz⚫

Ramp: 1uHz~500kHz⚫

Arb: 1uHz~6MHz

Note:
The methods of setting other parameters of FSK are similar to AM. In addition, the external
modulating signal of FSK must be Square which complies with the CMOS level specification.

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ASK

When using ASK (Amplitude Shift Keying), the carrier frequency and key frequency will need to be set.
The key frequency is the shift rate of modulated waveform amplitude.

Press

Mod

→ Type → ASK , the parameters of ASK modulation are shown in Figure 2-28

Figure 2-28 Setting Interface of ASK Modulation

Table 2-15 Menu Explanations of the ASK Parameters
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Type

ASK

Amplitude shift keying modulation.

Internal

The source is internal.

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel.

SourceKey Freq

Set the frequency at which the output amplitude shifts
between the carrier amplitude and zero (internal
modulation only): 1mHz~ 50kHz.

Note:
The methods for setting the parameters of ASK are similar to AM. In addition, the external modulating
signal of ASK must be Square which complies with the CMOS level specification.

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PSK

When using PSK (Phase Shift Keying), configure the generator to “shift” its output phase between two
preset phase values (carrier phase and modulating phase). The default modulating phase is 180°.

Press

Mod

→ Type → PSK , the parameters of PSK modulation are shown in Figure 2-29.

Figure 2-29 Setting Interface of PSK Modulation

Table 2-16 Menu Explanations of the PSK Parameters
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Type

PSK

Phase shift keying modulation.

Internal

The source is internal.

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel.

SourceSet the frequency at which the output phase shifts between
the carrier phase and 180° (internal modulation only):
1mHz~ 20kHz.

Key Freq
Positive
Polarity

Set the modulating polarity.
Negative

Note:
The methods of setting the parameters of PSK are similar to AM. In addition, the external modulating
signal of PSK must be Square which complies with the CMOS level specification.

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PWM

In PWM (Pulse Width Modulation), the pulse width of the pulse varies with the instantaneous voltageof the modulating waveform. The carrier can only be pulse.

Press

Waveforms

→

Pulse

→

Mod

, the parameters of PWM modulation are shown in

Figure 2-30.

Figure 2-30 Setting Interface of PWM Modulation

Table 2-17 Menu Explanations of the PWM Parameters
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Type

PWM

Pulse width modulation. The carrier is pulse.

Internal

The source is internal.

External

The source is external. Use the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel.

SourceWidth Dev

Set the width deviation.

Duty Dev

Set the duty deviation.
Sine
SquareTriangle

Shape

UpRampChoose the modulating waveform.

DnRampNoise
Arb
PWM Freq60

Set the modulating waveform frequency. Frequency range:
1mHz~ 20kHz (internal source only).

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Width Deviation represents the variation of the modulated waveform pulse width relative to the original
pulse width. Press Width Dev to highlight the parameter, and use the numeric keyboard or arrow
keys and knob to input the desired value, as shown in the Figure 2-31.

Figure 2-31 Width Deviation Setting Interface⚫

The width deviation cannot exceed the current pulse width.

⚫

The width deviation is limited by the minimum pulse width and current edge time setting.

Duty Deviation represents the variation (%) of the modulated waveform duty relative to the original
duty. Press Duty Dev to highlight the parameter, and then use the numeric keyboard or arrow keys
and knob to input the desired value, as shown in the Figure 2-32.

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The duty deviation cannot exceed the current pulse duty cycle.

⚫

The duty deviation is limited by the minimum duty cycle and current edge time setting.

⚫

Duty deviation and width deviation are correlative. Once a parameter is changed, the otherwill be automatically changed.

Note:
The methods of setting other parameters of PWM are similar to AM.

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To Set Sweep Function

In the sweep mode, the generator steps from the start frequency to the stop frequency in the sweep
time specified by the user. The waveforms that support sweep include sine, square, ramp andarbitrary.
Press

Sweep

key to enter the following menu. Set the waveform parameters by using theoperation menu.

Figure 2-33 Setting Interface of Sweep (Page 1/2)

Table 2-18 Menu Explanations of Sweep (Page 1/2)
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Sweep time

Set the time span of the sweep in which the frequencychanges from the start frequency to stop frequency.

Start Freq
Mid Freq

Set the start frequency of the sweep;
Set the center frequency of the sweep.

Stop Freq
Freq Span

Set the stop frequency of the sweep;
Set the frequency span of the sweep.

SourceInternal

Choose internal source as a trigger.

External

Choose external source as a trigger. Use the [Aux In/Out]connector at the rear panel.

ManualTrigger a sweep by manual.

Off

Disable trigger out.

On

Enable trigger out.

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Figure 2-34 Setting Interface of Sweep (Page 2/2)

Table 2-19 Menu Explanations of Sweep (Page 2/2)
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Linear

Set the sweep with linear profile.

Log

Set the sweep with logarithmic profile.

Up

Sweep upward.

Down

Sweep downward.

Type

Direction
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Sweep Frequency
Use start freq and stop freq or center freq and freq span to set the range of the frequency sweep.
Press the key again to switch between the two sweep range modes.

Start Frequency and Stop Frequency
Start Frequency and Stop Frequency are the lower and upper limits of the frequency for sweep. Start
Frequency ≤ Stop Frequency.
⚫

Choose Direction →⚫

ChooseDirection→

Up , the generator will sweep from Start frequency to Stop frequency.
Down, the generator will sweep from Stop frequency to Start

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Center Frequency = (|Start Frequency + Stop Frequency|)/2
Frequency Span = Stop Frequency – Start Frequency

Sweep TypeSDG1000X provides “Linear” and “Log” sweep profiles and the default is “Linear”.

Linear Sweep
In linear sweep, the output frequency of the instrument varies linearly in the way of “a number of Hertz
per second”. Choose

Sweep

→

Page 1/2

→

Type

→

Linear, there is a straight line

displayed on the waveform on the screen, indicating that the output frequency varies linearly.

Figure 2-35 Linear Sweep Interface

Log Sweep
In log sweep, the output frequency of the instrument varies in a logarithmic fashion, that is, the output
frequency changes in the way of “decade per second”. Choose

Sweep→ Page 1/2 → Type→ Log , there is an exponential function curve displayed on the waveform on the screen, indicatingthat the output frequency changes in a logarithmic mode.

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Figure 2-36 Log Sweep Interface

Sweep Trigger Source
The sweep trigger source can be internal, external or manual. The generator will generate a sweep
output when a trigger signal is received and then wait for the next trigger source.

1.

Internal Trigger
ChooseSource→Internal, the generator outputs continuous sweep waveform wheninternal trigger is selected. The default is “Internal”. Choose Trig Out → On

, the [Aux

In/Out] connector at the rear panel will output the trigger signal.

2.

External Trigger
Choose Source → External , the generator accepts the trigger signal inputted from the[Aux In/Out] connector at the rear panel when external trigger is selected. A sweep will be
generated once the connector receives a CMOS pulse with specified polarity. To set the CMOS
pulse polarity, choose Edge to select “Up” or “Down”.

3.

Manual Trigger
Choose Source → Manual, a sweep will be generated from the corresponding channel when
the Trigger softkey is pressed when manual trigger is selected. Choose Trig Out → On ,the [Aux In/Out] connector at the rear panel will output the trigger signal.

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To Set Burst Function

The Burst function can generate versatile waveforms in n this mode. Burst times can last a specificnumber of waveform cycles (N-Cycle mode), or when an external gated signals (Gated mode) is
applied. Any waveform (except DC) may be used as the carrier, but noise can only be used in Gated
mode.

Burst TypeSDG1000X provides three burst types including N-Cycle, Infinite and Gated. The default is N-Cycle.
Table 2-20 Relations among burst type, trigger source and carrier
Burst Type

Trigger Source
Internal/
External/
ManualExternal/
ManualInternal/
External

N-CycleInfinite
Gated

CarrierSine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Arbitrary.
Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Arbitrary.
Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Noise, Arbitrary.

N-CycleIn N-Cycle mode, the generator will output waveform with a specified number of cycles after receiving
the trigger signal. Waveforms that support N-Cycle burst include sine, square, ramp, pulse andarbitrary.
Press

Burst

→ NCycle → Cycles , and use the numeric keyboard or arrow keys and knob to

input the desired cycles. Set the waveform parameters by using the operation menu, as shown in
Figure 2-37 and Figure 2-38.

Figure 2-37 N-Cycle Burst Interface (Page 1/2)

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Table 2-21 Menu Explanations of the N-Cycle Burst (Page 1/2)
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

NCycleUse the N-Cycle mode.

CyclesInfiniteSet the number of the bursts in N-Cycle.
Set the number of the bursts in N-Cycle to be infinite.

Start PhaseSet the start phase of the burst.

Burst Period

Set the burst period.

SourceInternal

Choose internal source as a trigger.

External

Choose external source as a trigger. Use the [Aux In/Out]connector at the rear panel.

ManualTrigger a burst by manual.

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Enter the next page.

Figure 2-38 N-Cycle Burst Interface (Page 2/2)

Table 2-22 Menu Explanations of the N-Cycle Burst (Page2/2)
Function
Menu

Settings

Delay

Explanation
Set the delay time before the burst starts.

Off

Disable trigger out.

On

Enable trigger out.

Trig Out
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Infinite
In infinite mode, the cycle number of the waveform is set as an infinite value. The generator outputs acontinuous waveform after receiving the trigger signal. Waveforms that support infinite mode include
sine, square, ramp, pulse and arbitrary.
Press

Burst

→ NCycle → Infinite , and set the trigger source to “external” or “manual”. The

screen will display an infinite cycle burst, as shown in Figure 2-39.

Figure 2-39 Infinite Burst Interface

Gated
In gated mode, the generator controls the waveform output according to the gate signal level. Whenthe gated signal is “true”, the generator outputs a continuous waveform. When the gated signal is“false”, the generator first completes the output of the current period and then stops. Waveforms that
support gated burst include sine, square, ramp, pulse, noise and arbitrary.
Press

Burst

→ Gated , to enter the following interface.

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Table 2-23 Menu Explanations of the Gated Burst
Function
Menu

Settings

Gated

Explanation
Use the gated mode.

Positive
Polarity

Set the polarity for the gated signal.
Negative

Start PhaseSet the start phase of the burst.

Burst Period

Set the burst Period.
Internal

Choose internal source as a trigger.

External

Choose external source as a trigger. Use the [Aux In/Out]connector at the rear panel.

SourceStart Phase
Define the start point in a waveform. The phase varies from 0°to 360°, and the default setting is 0°.
For an Arbitrary Waveform, 0°is the first waveform point.

Burst Period
Burst Period is only available when the trigger source is internal. It is defined as the time from the startof a burst to the start of the next one. Choose Burst Period and use the numeric keyboard or arrow
keys and knob to input the desired value.
⚫

Burst Period ≥ 0.99μs + carrier period × burst number⚫

If the current burst period set is too short, the generator will increase this value automaticallyto allow outputting the specified number of cycles.

Cycles/Infinite
Set the number of waveform cycle in an N-Cycle (1 to 50,000 or Infinite).
If Infinite is chosen, then a continuous waveform will be generated once a trigger occurs.

Delay
Set the time delay between the trigger input and the start of the N-Cycle burst.

Burst Trigger Source
The burst trigger source can be internal, external or manual. The generator will generate a burst
output when a trigger signal is received and then wait for the next trigger source.

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ChooseSource→Internal, the generator outputs continuous burst waveform wheninternal trigger is selected. Choose Trig Out as “Up” or “Down”, the [Aux In/Out] connector at
the rear panel will output a trigger signal with specified edge.

2.

External Trigger
Choose Source → External , the generator accepts the trigger signal inputted from the[Aux In/Out] connector at the rear panel when external trigger is selected. A burst will be
generated once the connector gets a CMOS pulse with specified polarity. To set the CMOS pulse
polarity, choose Edge to select “Up” or “Down”.

3.

Manual Trigger
ChooseSource→Manual, a burst will be generated from the corresponding channel

when the Trigger softkey is pressed when manual trigger is selected.

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2.12

To Store and Recall

SDG1000X can store the current instrument state and user-defined arbitrary waveform data in internalor external memory and recall them when needed. Press

Store/Recall

to enter the followinginterface.

Figure 2-41 Store/Recall Interface (Page 1/2)

Table 2-24 Menu Explanations of Save and Recall
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

State

The setting of the generator;

Data

Arbitrary waveform file

File Type72

BrowseView the current directory.

Save

Save the waveform to the specified path.

RecallRecall the waveform or setting information in the specificposition of the memory.

DeleteDelete the selected file.

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Figure 2-42 Store/Recall Interface (Page 2/2)

Table 2-25 Menu Explanations of Save and Recall
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Copy

Copy the selected file.

Paste

Paste the selected file.

CancelExit the Store/Recall interface.

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2.12.1

Storage System

The SDG1000X provides an internal non-volatile memory (C Disk) and a USB Host interface forexternal memory.

1.

Local (C:)
Users can store instrument states and arbitrary waveform files to C Disk.

2.

USB Device (0:)
There is a USB Host interface located on the left side of the front panel which permits users tostore/recall waveforms or update the firmware version by U-Disk. When the generator detects a
USB storage device, the screen will show the drive letter “USB Device (0:)” and display a prompt
message “USB device connected.”, as shown in Figure 2-43. After removing the U-Disk, thescreen will display a prompt message “USB device removed.” And “USB Device (0:)” in thestorage menu will disappear.

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Figure 2-43 Storage System

Note:
The SDG1000X can only identify files of which filenames consist of English letters, number andunderscore. If other characters are used, the name may be displayed in the store and recall interface
abnormally.

Browse⚫

Use the knob to shift between the directories to choose Local (C:) or USB Device (0:).
Choose Browse , press the knob to open the current directory.

⚫

Use the knob to switch between folder and files under the current directory. Choose
Browse , press the knob to open the subdirectory. Choose <up> , then choose Brower
or press the knob to return to the upper level directory.

2.12.2File TypeChooseStore/Recall→ File Type to select the desired file type. Available file types are State

File and Data File.

State FileStore the instrument state in internal or external memory in “*.xml” format. The state file stored
includes waveform parameters and modulation, sweep, burst parameters of two channels and utility
parameters.

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will enter the arbitrary waveform interface automatically.
In addition, users can edit arbitrary waveforms with PC software — EasyWave, download them to theinternal memory through remote interface and store them (in “*.bin” format) in the internal memory.

2.12.3File Operation

To Save the Instrument State
Users can store the current instrument state in internal and external memories. The storage will savethe selected function (including the basic waveform parameters, modulation parameters and otherutility settings used.)To save the instrument state, the procedures are given as followed:

1.

Choose the file type to store.
Press

2.

Store/Recall→ File Type → State , and choose state as the storage type.

Choose the location of the file.
Choose a desired location by rotating the knob.

3.

Name the file.
Press Save, to enter the following interface.

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Table 2-26 Menu Explanation of File Storage
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Up

Cursor upward to select.

Down

Cursor downward to select.

SelectSelect the current character.

DeleteDelete the current character.

Save

Store the file with the current name.

CancelReturn to the store/Recall interface.

Select the character
Users can select the desired character from the virtual soft keyboard by using the knob or Up
and Down menus. Then choose Select to display the character selected in the filename
area.

Delete the character
Use the left and right arrow keys to move the cursor in the file name. Then choose Delete todelete the corresponding character.

4.

Save the file.
After finishing inputting filename, press

Save. The generator will save the file under thecurrently selected directory with the specified filename.

To Recall State File or Data FileTo recall the instrument state or arbitrary waveform data, the procedures are as follows:1.

Choose the file type.
Press

2.

Store/Recall→ File Type , and choose state or data as the storage type.

Choose the file to be recalled.
Rotate the knob to select the file you want to recall.

3.

Recall the file.
ChooseRecall, press the knob, the generator will recall the selected file and display

corresponding prompt message when the file is read successfully.

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To Delete FileTo delete the instrument state or arbitrary waveform data, the procedures are as follows:1.

Choose the file.
Rotate the knob to select the file you want to delete.

2.

Delete the file.
Choose Delete , the generator will display prompt message ‘Delete the file?’ Then press
Accept , the generator will delete the currently selected file.

To Copy and Paste File
SDG1000X supports the internal and external storage to copy files from each other. For example,
copy an arbitrary wave file in the U-disk to the instrument, the procedure is as follows:1.

Choose the file type.
Press

2.

Store/Recall→ File Type , and choose “Data” as the storage type.

Choose the file to be copied.
Rotate the knob to select USB Device (0:) and press the knob to open its directory. Then rotate
the knob to select the file you want to copy and press Page 1/2 → Copy .

3.

Paste the file.
Rotate the knob to select Local (C:) and press the knob to open its directory. Then press Paste.

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To Set Utility Function

With the Utility function, the user can set the parameters of the generator such as Sync, Interface,
System Setting, Self Test and Frequency Counter, etc. Press

Utility

to enter the utility menu, asshown in Figure 2-45 and Figure 2-46.

Figure 2-45 Utility Setup Interface (Page 1/2)

Table 2-27 Menu Explanations of Utility (Page1/2)
Function
Menu

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Settings

Explanation

System

Set the system configuration.

Test/Cal

Test and calibrate the instrument.

CounterFrequency counter setting.

Output Setup

Set the output parameters of CH1 and CH2.

CH Copy
Coupling

Set the track, channel coupling or channel copy function.

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Figure 2-46 Utility Setup Interface (Page 2/2)

Table 2-28 Menu Explanations of Utility (Page2/2)
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

Interface

Set the parameters of remote interfaces.

Sync

Set the sync output.
Internal

Clock

Choose the system clock source.
External

Mode

Choose Phase-locked or independent mode.

OverVoltage
Protection

Turn on/off the overvoltage protection function.

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2.13.1
Press

System Settings
Utility→ System , to enter the following interface.

Figure 2-47 System Setup Interface (Page 1/2)

Table 2-29 Menu Explanations of System Setup (Page 1/2)
Function
Menu

Settings

Number format

Explanation
Set the number format.

EnglishLanguage

Set the language.
ChineseDefault

All the settings return to default when power on;

Last

All the settings return to the setting of last power on.

PowerOn
Set toDefault

Set all the settings to default.
On

Open the beeper.

Off

Close the beeper.

Beeper
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Figure 2-48 System Setup Interface (Page 2/2)

Table 2-30 Menu Explanations of System Setup (Page 2/2)
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation

1min

Enable or disable the screen saver.

5min
15min
30min
ScrnSvr
1hour
2hour
5hour
Off

Disable the screen saver.

System Info

View the system information

FirmwareUpdateUpdate the firmware by the U-disk.

Help

View the help information.
Classical

shown in Figure 2-49

Normalshown in Figure 2-50

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Figure 2-51 Classical UI Style

Figure 2-52 Normal UI Style

1.

Number Format
Press Utility → System → Number Format , to enter the following interface.

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Figure 2-53 Set the Number Format

Table 2-31 Menu Explanations of Setting the Number Format
Function
Menu

Settings

Explanation.

Use dot to represent decimal point;,

Use comma to represent decimal point.

On

Enable the Separator;

Off

Close the Separator;

Space

Use Space as the separator.

Point

Separator

AcceptSave the current settings and return to the
System menu.

According to the different choices of the decimal point and the separator, the format can havevarious forms.

2.

Language Setup
The generator offers two languages (English and Simplified Chinese). Press

Utility→

System → Language , to select the desired language. This setting is stored in non-volatilememory and will not be influenced by the Set To Default operation.

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English Interface

Figure 2-54 English Interface

Chinese Interface

Figure 2-55 Chinese Interface

3.

Power On
Choose the SDG1000X’s setting when the generator is powered on. Two choices are available:
the default setting and the last settings set when the unit was last powered down. Once selected,
the setting will be applied when the instrument is powered on. This setting is stored in non-volatilememory and will not be influenced by the Set To Default operation.

4.
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Last: includes all system parameters and states, except channel output state.

⚫

Default: denotes the factory defaults except certain parameters (such as Language).

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Utility→ System → Set To Default , to set the system to the default setting. The

default settings of the system are as followed:

Table 2-32 Factory Default Setting

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OutputDefault

Function

Sine Wave

Frequency

1kHz

Amplitude/Offset

4Vpp/0Vdc

Phase

0°

Load

High Z

Modulation

Default

Carrier

1kHz Sine Wave

Modulating

100Hz Sine Wave

AM Depth100％

FM Deviation

100Hz

ASK Key Frequency

100Hz

FSK Key Frequency

100Hz

FSK Hop Frequency

1MHz

PSK Key Frequency

100Hz

PM Phase Deviation

100°

PWM Width Dev

190μs

Sweep

Default

Start/Stop Frequency

500Hz/1.5kHz

Sweep Time

1s

Trig Out

Off

Mode

LinearDirection

↑

Burst

Default

Burst Period

10ms

Start Phase0°

Cycles1CycleTrig Out

Off

Delay

521ns

Trigger

Default

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BeeperEnable or disable the beeper. Press

Utility→ System → Beeper to select “On” or “Off”

and the default is “On”.

6.

Screen Saver
Enable or disable screen saver. Press

Utility→

System → Page 1/2 → ScrnSvr toselect “On” or “Off” and the default is “Off”. Screen saver will be on if no action is taken within thetime that you have selected. Press any key to resume.

7.

System Info
Select the System Info option of the utility menu to view the generator’s system information,
including startup times, software version, hardware version, model and serial number.

Figure 2-56 System Information Interface

8.

UpdateThe software version and configuration file of the generator can be updated directly via U-disk.
Follow the steps below:
1.

Insert U-disk with firmware update file (*.ADS) and configuration file (*.CFG) to USB hostinterface on the front panel of the generator.

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2.

Press Utility → Page 1/2 → Firmware Update . Or press Store/Recall directly.

3.

Select the firmware file (*.ADS) and choose Recall to update the system software.

4.

After the updating is finished, the generator will restart automatically.

5.

Press Utility → Page 1/2 → Firmware Update . Or press Store/Recall directly.

6.

Select the configuration file (*.CFG) and choose Recall to update the configuration file.

7.

After the updating is finished, the generator will restart automatically.

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Note:
1.

Don’t cut off the power during the generator is being updated！

2.

A configuration file (*.CFG) may or may not be included with a given firmware update. If a
CFG file is not included with a firmware update then it will not be required for that update.

9.

Built-in Help System
The SDG1000X provides a built-in help system, by which users can view the help information at
any time when operating the instrument. Press

Utility→ System → Page 1/2 → Help

to enter the following interface.

Figure 2-57 Help Menu

Table 2-33 Help Menu Explanations

UP

Cursor upward to select.

Down

Cursor downward to select.

SelectRead the currently selected help information.

CancelExit the built-in help system.

There are 10 topics in the help list. You can use the knob and/or operation menus to select the help
information that you want to read.

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2.13.2

Test/Cal

ChooseUtility→ Test/Cal , to enter the following interface.

Figure 2-58 Test/Cal function Menu

Table 2-34 Menu Explanations of Test/Cal Setting
SelfTest

Perform a system self-test.

ReturnReturn to the Utility menu.

Self Test
Press

Utility→ Test/Cal → SelfTest , to enter the following menu.

Figure 2-59 Self Test Interface

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Table 2-35 Menu Explanations of Self Test

1.

ScrTestRun screen test program.

KeyTestRun keyboard test program.

LEDTestRun key indicator lights test program.

BoardTest

Run hardware circuit self-test program.

ReturnReturn to the Test/Cal menu.

ScrTestSelect ScrTest to enter the screen test interface. The prompt message ‘Please press ‘7’ key tocontinue, press ‘8’ key to exit.’ is displayed. Press the ‘7’ key for test and observe if there is any
serious color deviation, bad pixel or display error.

Figure 2-60 Screen Test Interface

2.

Key Test
Select KeyTest to enter the keyboard test interface, the on-screen white rectangle shapes
represent the front panel keys. The circle between two arrows represents the knob. Test all keys
and knob and also verify that all the backlight keys illuminate correctly.

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Figure 2-61 Key Test Interface

The corresponding area of tested keys or knob would display in blue color.
The top of the screen displays ‘Please press ‘8’ key three times to exit.’

3.

LED Test
Select

LEDTestto enter the LED test interface, the on-screen white rectangle shapes

represent the front panel keys. The prompt message ‘Please press ‘7’ Key to continue, press ‘8’
Key to exit.’ is displayed. Press the ‘7’ key continuously for testing and when a key is lighted, thecorresponding area on the screen will display in blue color.

Figure 2-62 LED Test Interface

4.

Board Test
Select BoardTest to enter the following interface.

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Figure 2-63 Board Test Interface

2.13.3Frequency Counter

The SDG1000X provides a frequency counter which could measure frequencies between 100mHz to
200MHz. The dual channels can still output normally when the counter is enabled. Press

Utility→Counter to enter the following interface.

Figure 2-64 Frequency Counter Interface

Table 2-36 Menu Explanations of Frequency Counter
OffOpen the counter.

On

Close the counter.

State
Frequency

Measured frequency.

PeriodMeasured period.

PWidthMeasured positive width.

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NWidthMeasured negative width.

RefFreq

Set the reference frequency. System will calculate thedeviation between the measured frequency and thereference frequency automatically.

TrigLev

Set the trigger level voltage.

Duty

Measured duty.

Setup

Set the counter configuration.

Clear

Clear the statistic data.

Figure 2-65 Counter Setup Interface

Table 2-37 Menu Explanations of SetupDC

Set the coupling mode to DC

AC

Set the coupling mode to AC

On

Open the high frequency rejection filter.

Off

Close the high frequency rejection filter.

Mode

HFR

1.

Default

Set the frequency counter settings to default.

AcceptSave the current settings and return to the previous menu.

To Select the Parameters to be measured
The frequency counter on the SDG1000X can measure parameters including frequency, period,
duty, positive pulse width and negative pulse width.

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System will calculate the deviation between the measured frequency and the reference frequency
automatically.

3.

Trigger Level
Sets the trigger level of the measurement system. The system triggers and obtains themeasurement readings when the input signal reaches the specified trigger level. The default is 0V
and the available range is from -3V to 1.5V. Choose TrigLev and use the numeric keyboard to
input the desired value and select the unit (V or mV) from the pop-up menu. Or use the knob andarrow keys to change the parameter value.

4.

Coupling Mode
Sets the coupling model of the input signal to “AC” or “DC”. The default is “AC”.

5.

HFR
High Frequency Rejection can be used to filter out the high-frequency components of a measured
signal and improve the measurement accuracy in low-frequency signal measurement. Press
HFR to enable or disable this function. The default is “Off”.
⚫

Enable High Frequency Rejection when low-frequency signal with lower than a 250kHz
frequency is measured to filter out the high-frequency noise interference.

⚫

Disable High Frequency Rejection when a signal with a frequency higher than 250 KHz is
measured. The maximum frequency that can be counted is 200 MHz.

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Figure 2-67 Output Setup Interface

Load
For the [CH1] and [CH2] connectors on the front panel, the generator has an output impedance of 50Ω.
If the actual load does not match the source impedance, the displayed voltage will not be the same as
the output voltage setting on the generator. This function is used to match the displayed voltage withthe expected one. This setting does not actually change the output impedance to any other value.

Steps for setting the load:
Press

Utility→ Output Setup → Load , to set the output load. The load parameter shown on

the down bottom is the default setting when the power is on or the pre-set load value.
High Impedance: displayed as HiZ;
Load: the default is 50Ω and the range is 50Ω to 100kΩ.

Note:Continue pressing the corresponding output key for two second to switch between High
Impedance and 50Ω.

Polarity
Press

Utility→ Output Setup → Polarity to set the output signal as normal or inverted. The

waveform’s inversion is relative to the 0v offset voltage, as shown in the following figure.

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Note:
The Sync signal related to the waveform is not inverted when the waveform is inverted.

EqPhasePress

Utility→ Output Setup → EqPhase to align the phases of CH1 and CH2. Choosing

the menu will re-configure two channels and enable the generator to output with specified frequency
and start phase. For two signals whose frequencies are the same or a multiple thereof, this operation
will align their phases.

Waveforms Combining
The CH1 output port of the SDG1000X outputs the waveform of CH1 in the general mode, while thewaveform of CH1+CH2 can be output in the combined mode. Similarly, the CH2 output port of
SDG1000X outputs the waveform of CH2 in the general mode while the waveform of CH1+CH2 canbe output in the combined mode.
Press

Utility→ Output Setup → Wave Combine to enter the waveforms combining interface,

as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 2-68 Waveforms Combining Interface

Table 2-38 Menu Explanations of Wave Combine

CH1

Output the waveform of CH1.

CH1+CH2

Output the waveform of CH1+CH2.

CH2

Output the waveform of CH2.

CH1+CH2

Output the waveform of CH1+CH2.

CH1 Switch

CH2 Switch
ReturnSave the current operation and exit the current interface.

Note:
1.

The square waveform function of the SDG1000X can only serve as an independent channel.
Combining with a Square waveform is not possible.

2.

When the waveforms combining function is enabled, the load of two channels will be set tothe same automatically, default using the load value of the currently operated channel.

Amplitude
In some application scenarios, users need to limit the amplitude of channel output to ensure that
amplitude sensitive signal receiving equipment will not be damaged. Press
Setup

→

current page1/2→

amplitude

Utility→

Outputto enter the amplitude setting page and limit the

maximum output amplitude. The default maximum amplitude is the maximum amplitude that thedevice can provide. It takes effect on both channels immediately after setting.

Power on output status
In some application scenarios, the user needs to turn on the power on channel output as soon as thepower on channel is turned on. Press

Utility→

Output Setup → current page1/2 → poweron output status → status setting "on". This function needs to set the power on to the last or
user-defined mode. Refer to section 2.13.1 for specific settings

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2.13.5CH Copy/Coupling

Channel Copy
The SDG1000X supports state and waveform copy function between its two channels. That is to say,it copies all parameters and states (including the channel output state) and arbitrary waveform data of
one channel to the other one.
Press

Utility→ CH Copy Coupling → Channel Copy , to enter the following interface.

Figure 2-69 Channel Copy Interface

Table 2-39 Menu Explanations of Channel Copy
CH1=>CH2

Copy all parameters and states of CH1 to CH2.

CH2=>CH1

Copy all parameters and states of CH2 to CH1.

AcceptPerform the current selection and return to the Utility
menu.

ReturnGive up the current selection and return to the Utility menu.

Note:
Channel coupling or track function and channel copy function are mutually exclusive. When channel
coupling or track function is enabled, the menu Channel Copy is hidden.

Channel Coupling
The SDG1000X supports frequency, amplitude and phase coupling. Users can set the frequency
deviation/ratio, amplitude deviation/ratio or phase deviation /ratio of the two channels. When couplingis enabled, CH1 and CH2 can be modified simultaneously. When the frequency, amplitude or phase of
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deviation/ratio or phase deviation /ratio relative to the base channel.

Press

Utility→ CH Copy Coupling → Channel Coupling , to enter the following interface.

Figure 2-70 Channel Coupling Interface

Frequency Coupling
1.

To Enable Frequency Coupling Function
Press FreqCoup to turn frequency coupling “On” or “Off”. The default is “Off”.

2.

To Select Frequency Coupling Mode
Press FreqMode to choose “Deviation” or “Ratio”, and then use the numeric keyboard or knob
and arrow keys to input the desired value.
⚫

Deviation: the frequency deviation between CH1 and CH2. The resulting signal isrepresented by: FreqCH2-FreqCH1=FreqDev.

⚫

Ratio: the frequency ratio of CH1 and CH2. The resulting signal is represented by:
FreqCH2/FreqCH1=FreqRatio.

Amplitude Coupling
1.

To Enable Amplitude Coupling Function
Press AmplCoup to turn amplitude coupling “On” or “Off”. The default is “Off”.

2.

To Select Amplitude Coupling Mode
Press AmplMode to choose “Deviation” or “Ratio”, and then use the numeric keyboard or knob
and arrow keys to input the desired value.
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represented by: AmplCH2-AmplCH1=AmplDev.
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Ratio: the amplitude ratio of CH1 and CH2. The resulting signal is represented by:
AmplCH2/AmplCH1=AmplRatio.

Phase Coupling
1.

To Enable Phase Coupling Function
Press PhaseCoup to turn phase coupling “On” or “Off”. The default is “Off”.

2.

To Select Phase Coupling Mode
Press PhaseMode to choose “Deviation” or “Ratio”, and then use the numeric keyboard or
knob and arrow keys to input the desired value.
⚫

Deviation: the phase deviation between CH1 and CH2. The resulting signal is represented by:
PhaseCH2-PhaseCH1=PhaseDev.

⚫

Ratio: the phase ratio of CH1 and CH2. The resulting signal is represented by:
PhaseCH2/PhaseCH1=PhaseRatio.

Key Points:
1.

Channel coupling is only available when both the waveforms of the two channels are basic
waveforms including Sine, Square, Ramp and Arbitrary.

2.

When the Phase Coupling function is enabled, if the phase of one channel is changed, thephase of the other channel will be changed accordingly. At this point, aligning phase between
the two channels can be achieved without executing the Eqphase operation.

3.

Channel coupling and channel function are mutually exclusive. When channel coupling isenabled, the menu Channel Copy is hidden.

Channel Track
When the track function is enabled, by changing the parameters or states of CH1, the corresponding
parameters or states of CH2 will be adjusted to the same values or states automatically. At this point,
the dual channels can output the same signal.
ChooseUtility→ CH Copy Coupling → Track to enable or disable the track function. Whenthe track function is enabled, channel copy and coupling functions are disabled; the user interface isswitched to CH1 and cannot be switched to CH2, as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 2-71 Track Interface⚫

Press PhaseDev to enter the following interface. Then use the numeric keyboard or knob
and arrow keys to input the desired value for the phase deviation between CH1 and CH2.
The resulting signal is represented by: PhaseCH2-PhaseCH1=PhaseDev.

Figure 2-72 Phase Deviation Interface

2.13.6

Remote Interface

The SDG1000X can be controlled remotely via USB, LAN and GPIB (option) interfaces. Users can set
the corresponding interface according to their needs.

Press

Utility→ Page 1/2 → Interface to open the following menu. The user can set LAN

parameters or GPIB address.

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Figure 2-73 Interface Settings

Table 2-40 Menu Explanations of Interface
GPIB

Set the GPIB address.
On

Turn on LAN.

Off

Turn off LAN.

LAN State
LAN Setup

Set the IP address, subnet mask and gateway.

AcceptSave the current settings and return to the Utility menu.

The SDG1000X can be controlled remotely via the following two methods:

1.

User-defined programming
Users can program and control the instrument by using the SCPI commands (Standard
Commands for Programmable Instruments). For more information about the commands andprogramming, please refer to “Remote Control Manual”.

2.

PC software
Users can use the PC software Measurement & Automation Explorer of NI (National Instruments
Corporation) to send commands to control the instrument remotely.

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Remote Control via USB
The SDG1000X can communicate with a PC through the USBTMC protocol. You are suggested to do
as the following steps.

1.

Connect the device.
Connect the USB Device interface at the rear panel of SDG1000X with the PC via a USB cable.

2.

Install the USB driver.
NI Visa is recommended.

3.

Communicate with a remote PC
Open Measurement & Automation Explorer of NI and choose the corresponding resource name.
Then click “Open VISA Test Panel” to turn on the remote command control panel through which
you can send commands and read data.

Remote Control via GPIB
Each device connected to GPIB interface must have a unique address. The default value is 18 andvalues range from 1 to 30. The selected address is stored in non-volatile memory.

1.

Connect the device.
Connect the generator to the computer using a USB to GPIB adapter (option).
Note:
Please make sure that the PC has a GPIB interface card installed.

Connect the USB terminal of the USB to GPIB adapter to the USB Host interface at the front
panel of the generator and the GPIB terminal to the GPIB card terminal of the PC.

2.

Install the driver of GPIB card.
Please install the driver for the GPIB card which has been connected to your PC.

3.

Set the GPIB address.
ChooseUtility→

Page 1/2→

Interface→

GPIB

to enter the following interface.

Users can use the knob, arrow keys or numeric keyboard to change the value and press Accept
to save the current setting.

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Figure 2-74 GPIB Setting Interface

4.

Communicate with PC remotelyOpen Measurement & Automation Explorer of NI. After adding the GPIB device successfully,
choose the corresponding resource name. Then click “Open VISA Test Panel” to turn on the
remote command control panel through which you can send commands and read data.

Remote Control via LAN
The SDG1000X can communicate with a PC through LAN interface. Users can view and modify the
LAN parameters.
1.

Connect the device.
Connect the generator to your PC or the LAN of your PC using a network cable.

2.

Configure network parameters.
ChooseUtility→ Page 1/2 → Interface → LAN State to turn on LAN. Then choose

LAN Setup to enter the following interface.

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Figure 2-75 LAN Settings Interface

1) To Set IP Address
The format of IP address is nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn. The first nnn ranges from 1 to 223 and the others
range from 0 to 255. You are recommended to acquire an available IP address from your network
administrator.

Press IP Address and use the arrow keys and numeric keyboard or knob to enter your desired
IP address. The setting is stored in non-volatile memory and will be loaded automatically when
the generator is powered on at the next time.

2) To Set Subnet Mask
The format of subnet mask is nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn and each nnn ranges from 0 to 255. You arerecommended to acquire an available subnet mask from your network administrator.

Press Subnet Mask and use the arrow keys and numeric keyboard or knob to enter yourdesired subnet mask. The setting is stored in non-volatile memory and will be loaded
automatically when the generator is powered on at the next time.

3) To Set Gateway
The format of gateway is nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn and each nnn ranges from 0 to 255. It is
recommended to acquire an available gateway from your network administrator.
Press Gateway and use the arrow keys and numeric keyboard or knob to enter your desired
gateway. The setting is stored in non-volatile memory and will be loaded automatically when thegenerator is powered on at the next time.
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Note:
⚫

If the generator is connected to the PC directly, set the IP addresses, subnet masks andgateways for both of the PC and generator. The subnet masks and gateways of PC andgenerator must be the same and the IP addresses of them must be within the same network
segment.

⚫

If the generator is connected to the LAN of your PC, please contact with your network
administrator to get an available IP address. For details, refer to the TCP/IP protocol.

4) DHCP Configuration Mode
In DHCP mode, the DHCP server in the current network assigns LAN parameters, e.g. IP address,
for the generator. Press DHCP to select “On” or “Off” to turn DHCP mode on or off. The default
is “Off”.

3.

Communicate with PC remotelyOpen Measurement & Automation Explorer of NI. After adding the LAN device (VISA TCP/IP
Resource…) successfully, choose the corresponding resource name. Then click “Open VISA Test
Panel” to turn on the remote command control panel through which you can send commands andread data.

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2.13.7

Sync Output

The generator provides Sync output through the [Aux In/Out] connector on the rear panel. When thesynchronization is on, the port can output a CMOS signal with the same frequency as basic
waveforms (except Noise and DC), arbitrary waveforms, and modulated waveforms (except external
modulation).

Figure 2-76 Sync Output Interface

Table 2-41 Menu Explanations of Sync Output
Off

Close the sync output

On

Open the sync output

CH1

Set the sync signal of CH1.

CH2

Set the sync signal of CH2.

State

ChannelAcceptSave the current settings and return to the Utility menu.

CancelGive up the current settings and return to the Utility menu.

Sync Signals of Different Waveforms:⚫

Basic Waveform and Arbitrary Waveform1)

When the frequency of the waveform is less than or equal to 10MHz, the sync signal is a
Pulse with about 50ns pulse width and the same frequency as the waveform.

⚫

2)

When the frequency of the waveform is greater than 10MHz, there is no sync signal output.

3)

Noise and DC: there is no sync signal output.

Modulated Waveform
1)106When internal modulation is selected, the sync signal is a Pulse with about 50ns pulse width.
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For AM, FM, PM and PWM, the frequency of the sync signal is the modulating frequency.
For ASK, FSK and PSK, the frequency of the sync signal is the key frequency.
2)

When external modulation is selected, there is no sync signal output, for the [Aux In/Out]connector on the rear panel is used to input external modulating signal.

⚫

Sweep and Burst Waveform
When Sweep or Burst function is turned on, there is no sync signal output and the Sync menu ishidden.

2.13.8Clock Source

The SDG1000X provides an internal 10MHz clock source. It also can accept external clock source
form the [10 MHz In/Out] connector at the rear panel. It can also output the clock source from the [10MHz In/Out] connector for other devices.

Press

Utility→ Page 1/2 → Clock → Source to select “Internal” or “External” and select“Enable” or “Disable” 10MOut . If “External” is selected, the 10MOut will be set to “Disable” andthe instrument will detect whether a valid external clock signal is input from the [10MHz In/Out]connector at the rear panel. If not, the prompt message “No external clock source!” would be
displayed and the clock source would be switched to “Internal”.

Sync methods for two or more instruments:⚫ Synchronization between two instruments
Connect the [10MHz In/Out] connector of generator A (using internal clock) to the [10MHz In/Out]connector of generator B (using external clock) and set the output frequencies of A and B as asame value to achieve synchronization.
⚫ Synchronization among multiple instruments
Divide the 10MHz clock source of a generator (using internal clock) into multiple channels, andthen connect them to the [10MHz In/Out] connectors of other generators (using External clock),and finally set the output frequencies of all the generators as a same value to achieve
synchronization.

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2.13.9Press

Mode
Utility→ Page 1/2 → Mode to enter the mode setup Interface, as shown in Figure

2-77 Mode Setup Interface.

Figure 2-77 Mode Setup Interface

Phase-locked Mode
When changing the frequency, the DDSs of both channels reset, and the phase deviation between
CH1 and CH2 is maintained.

Figure 2-78 Phase-locked Mode

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Independent Mode
When changing the frequency, neither channels’ DDS resets and the phase deviation between CH1
and CH2 changes at random. When the independent mode is enabled, the phase parameter cannot
be modified and the menu Phase is hidden, as shown in Figure 2-79.

Figure 2-79 Independent Mode

2.13.10 Overvoltage Protection
ChooseUtility→

Page 1/2→

OverVoltage Protection

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If the state is set to ON, overvoltage protection of CH1 and CH2 will take effect once any of thefollowing conditions is met. When overvoltage protection occurs, a message will be displayed and theoutput is disabled.
⚫

The absolute value of input voltage is higher than 11V±0.5V when the amplitude of the generator
is higher than or equal to 2Vpp or the DC offset is higher than or equal to |3VDC|.

⚫

The absolute value of input voltage is higher than 4V±0.5V when the amplitude of the generator islower than 2Vpp or the DC offset is lower than |3VDC|.

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ExamplesTo help the user master how to use the SDG1000X more efficiently, we provide some examples indetail. All the examples below use the default setting of the instrument except in special cases.

This chapter includes the following topics:⚫

Example 1: Generate a Sine Waveform⚫

Example 2: Generate a Square Waveform⚫

Example 3: Generate a Ramp Waveform⚫

Example 4: Generate a Pulse Waveform⚫

Example 5: Generate a Noise⚫

Example 6: Generate a DC Waveform⚫

Example 7: Generate a Linear Sweep Waveform⚫

Example 8: Generate a Burst Waveform⚫

Example 9: Generate an AM Modulation Waveform⚫

Example 10: Generate a FM Modulation Waveform⚫

Example 11: Generate a PM Modulation Waveform⚫

Example 12: Generate a FSK Modulation Waveform⚫

Example 13: Generate an ASK Modulation Waveform⚫

Example 14: Generate a PSK Modulation Waveform⚫

Example 15: Generate a PWM Modulation Waveform⚫

Example 16: Generate a DSB-AM Modulation Waveform

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Example 1: Generate a Sine Waveform

Generate a sine waveform with 1MHz frequency, 5Vpp amplitude and 1Vdc offset.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency.
1.

Press

Waveforms

→

Sine

→

Frequency/Period

and choose

Frequency

whichwill display in blue color.
2.

⚫

⚫

Input ‘1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘MHz’. The frequency is set to 1MHz.

Set the Amplitude.
1.

Press Amplitude/HighLevel to choose Amplitude which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’. The amplitude is set to 5Vpp.

Set the Offset.
1.

Press Offset/LowLevel to choose Offset which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’. The offset is set to 1Vdc.

When the frequency, amplitude and offset are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-1.

Figure 3-1 Generate a Sine Waveform

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3.2

Example 2: Generate a Square Waveform

Generate a square waveform with 5kHz frequency, 2Vpp amplitude, 1Vdc offset and 30% duty cycle.
➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency.
1.

Press

Waveforms→ Square → Frequency/Period and choose Frequency

which will display in blue color.
2.
⚫

⚫

⚫

Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’. The frequency is set to 5kHz.

Set the Amplitude.
1.

Press Amplitude/HighLevel to choose Amplitude which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘2’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’. The amplitude is set to 2Vpp.

Set the Offset.
1.

Press Offset/LowLevel to choose Offset which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’. The offset is set to 1Vdc.

Set the DutyCycle.
1.

Press DutyCycle to choose DutyCycle which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘30’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘%’. The duty is set to 30%.

When the frequency, amplitude, offset and duty cycle are set, the waveform generated is shown in
Figure 3-2.

Figure 3-2 Generate a Square Waveform

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Example 3: Generate a Ramp Waveform

Generate a ramp waveform with 10μs period, 100mVpp amplitude, 20mVdc offset, 45° phase and 30%
symmetry.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the Period.
1.

Press

Waveforms→ Ramp → Frequency/Period and choose Period which will

display in blue color.
2.
⚫

⚫

⚫

⚫

Input ‘10’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘μs’. The period is set to 10μs.

Set the Amplitude.
1.

Press Amplitude/HighLevel to choose Amplitude which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘100’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘mVpp’. The amplitude is set to 100mVpp.

Set the Offset.
1.

Press Offset/LowLevel to choose Offset which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘20’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘mVdc’. The offset is set to 20mVdc.

Set the Phase.
1.

Press Phase to choose Phase which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘45’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘°’. The phase is set to 45°.

Set the Symmetry.
1.

Press Symmetry to choose Symmetry which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘30’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘30%’. The symmetry is set to 30%.

When the period, amplitude, offset, phase and symmetry are set, the waveform generated is shown in
Figure 3-3.

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Figure 3-3 Generate a Ramp Waveform

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Example 4: Generate a Pulse Waveform

Generate a pulse waveform with 5kHz frequency, 5V high level, -1V low level, 40μs pulse width and20ns delay.
➢

Steps:⚫

Set the Frequency.
1.

Press

Waveforms

→

Pulse

→

Frequency/Period

and choose

Frequency,

which will display in blue color.
2.
⚫

⚫

⚫

⚫

Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’. The frequency is set to 5 kHz.

Set the HighLevel.
1.

Press Amplitude/HighLevel and choose the HighLevel which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘V’. The high level is set to 5V.

Set the LowLevel.
1.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose the LowLevel which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘-1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘V’. The low level is set to -1V.

Set the PulWidth.
1.

Press PulWidth/DutyCycle and choose PulWidth which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘40’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘μs’. The pulse width is set to 40μs.

Set the Delay.
1.

Press Delay to choose Delay which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘20’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘ns’. The delay is set to 20ns.

When the frequency, high level, low level, pulse width and delay are set, the waveform generated isshown in Figure 3-4.

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Example 5: Generate a Noise

Generate a noise with 0.5V stdev and 1 V mean.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the Stdev.
1.

Press

Waveforms→ Noise → Stdev to choose Stdev which will display in blue

color.
2.

⚫

Input ‘0.5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘V’. The stdev is set to 0.5 V.

Set the Mean.
1.

Press Mean to choose Mean which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘1’. The mean is set to 1V.

When the stdev and mean are set, the noise generated is shown in Figure 3-5.

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Example 6: Generate a DC Waveform

Generate a DC waveform with 3Vdc offset,➢

Steps:⚫

Choose the DC waveform.
Press

⚫

Waveforms→ Page 1/2 → DC , to choose the DC waveform.

Set the Offset.
1.

Press Offset and choose Offset which will display in blue color.

2.

Input ‘3’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’. The DC offset is set to 3Vdc.

When the DC offset is set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-6 Generate a DC Waveform

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Example 7: Generate a Linear Sweep Waveform

Generate a sine sweep waveform whose frequency starts at 100Hz and sweeps to a frequency of
10KHz. Use internal trigger mode, linear sweep, and a sweep time of 2s.
➢

Steps:⚫

Set the sweep function.
Press

Waveforms

and choose the sine waveform as the sweep function.

The default setting of the source is internal.
⚫

Set the amplitude and offset.
1.

Press Amplitude/HighLevel to choose Amplitude which will display in blue color. Input‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 5Vpp.

2.

Press Offset/LowLevel to choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ‘0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc⚫

Set the sweep time.
Press

Sweep

→ Page 1/2 → Sweep Time , input ‘1’ from the keyboard and choose theunit ‘s’ to set the sweep time to 1s.
⚫

Set the start frequency.
Press StartFreq , input ‘100’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the start freq to100Hz.

⚫

Set the stop frequency.
Press StopFreq , input ‘10’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the stop freq to10kHz.

⚫

Set the sweep profiles.
Press Type and choose Linear .

When all parameters above are set, the linear sweep waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-7.

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Example 8: Generate a Burst Waveform

Generate a burst waveform with 5 cycles. The burst period is 3ms. Use internal trigger and 0°startphase.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the burst function.
Press

⚫

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the burst function.

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset.
1.

Press Frequency/Period and choose Frequency which will display in blue color. Input‘10’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 10kHz.

2.

Press Amplitude/HighLevel to choose Amplitude which will display in blue color. Input‘4’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 4Vpp.

3.

Press Offset/LowLevel to choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ‘0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc⚫

Set the burst mode.
Press

Burst

→

NCycle, choose N-Cycle Mode. The default setting of the source isinternal.
⚫

Set the burst period.
Press Burst Period , input ‘3’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘ms’ to set the burst
period to 3ms.

⚫

Set the start phase.
Press Start Phase , input ‘0’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘°’ to set the start phase to0°.

⚫

Set the burst cycle.
Press Cycle , Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Cycle’ to set the burst cycle
count to 5.

⚫

Set the delay.
Press Page 1/2 to choose Delay , and input ‘100’ from the keyboard and choose the unit

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When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-8.

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Example 9: Generate an AM Modulation Waveform

Generate an AM modulation waveform with 80% depth. The carrier is a sine wave with 10kHz
frequency, and the modulating wave is a sine wave with 200Hz frequency.
➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the carrier wave

2.

Press

Frequency/Period

and choose

Frequency

which will display in blue color.

Input’10’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 10kHz
3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input’1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 1Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ’0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

⚫

Set the modulation type AM and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

→ Type → AM , choose AM. Please notice that the message shown on

the middle left side of the screen is ‘AM’.
2.

Press AM Freq , input ’200’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the AM Freq
to 200Hz.

3.

Press AM Depth , input ’80’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘%’ to set the AM
depth to 80%.

4.

Press Shape → Sine , to choose sine wave as the modulating waveform.

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-9.

Figure 3-9 Generate an AM Modulation Waveform

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Example 10: Generate a FM Modulation Waveform

Generate a FM modulation waveform, the carrier is a sine wave with 10kHz frequency, and themodulating wave is a sine wave with 1Hz frequency and 2kHz frequency deviation.
➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the carrier wave.

2.

Press

Frequency/Period

and choose

Frequency

which will display in blue color.

Input’10’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 10kHz
3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input’1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 1Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input’0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

⚫

Set the modulation type FM and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

→ Type → FM , choose FM. Please notice that the message shown on

the middle left side of the screen is ‘FM’.
2.

Press FM Freq , input ‘1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the FM Freq to
1Hz.

3.

Press FM Dev , input ‘2’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the FM
deviation to 2kHz.

4.

Press Shape → Sine , to choose sine wave as the modulating waveform.

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-10.

Figure 3-10 Generate a FM Modulation Waveform

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Example 11: Generate a PM Modulation Waveform

Generate a PM modulation waveform, the carrier is a sine wave with 10kHz frequency, and themodulating wave is a sine wave with 2kHz frequency and 90°phase deviation.
➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the carrier wave.

2.

Press

Frequency/Period

and choose

Frequency

which will display in blue color.

Input ’10’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 10kHz
3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input ’5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 5Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input’0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

⚫

Set the modulation type PM and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

→ Type → PM , choose PM. Please notice that the message shown on

the middle left side of the screen is ‘PM’.
2.

Press PM Freq , input ‘2’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the PM Freq
to 2kHz.

3.

Press Phase Dev , input ‘90’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘ °’ to set the phasedeviation to 90°.

4.

Press Shape → Sine , to choose sine wave as the modulating waveform.

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-11.

Figure 3-11 Generate a PM Modulation Waveform

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Example 12: Generate a FSK Modulation Waveform

Generate a FSK modulation waveform with 200Hz key frequency. The carrier is a sine wave with
10kHz frequency, and the hop frequency is 500Hz.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the carrier wave

2.

Press

Frequency/Period

and choose

Frequency

which will display in blue color.

Input ’10’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 10kHz.
3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input’5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 5Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ’0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

⚫

Set the modulation type FSK and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

→ Type → FSK , choose FSK. Please notice that the message shownon the middle left side of the screen is ‘FSK’.
2.

Press Key Freq , input ’200’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the key
frequency to 200 Hz.

3.

Press Hop Freq , input ‘500’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the hop
frequency to 500Hz.

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-12.

Figure 3-12 Generate a FSK Modulation Waveform

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Example 13: Generate an ASK Modulation Waveform

Generate an ASK modulation waveform with 500Hz key frequency. The carrier is a sine wave with
5kHz frequency.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the carrier wave

2.

Press Frequency/Period and choose Frequency which will display in blue color. Input‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 5kHz

3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 5Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ‘0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

⚫

Set the modulation type ASK and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

→ Type → ASK , choose ASK. Please notice that the message shownon the middle left side of the screen is ‘ASK’.
2.

Press Key Freq , input ‘500’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the key
frequency to 500 Hz.

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-13.

Figure 3-13 Generate an ASK Modulation Waveform

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Example 14: Generate a PSK Modulation Waveform

Generate a PSK modulation waveform with 200Hz key frequency. The carrier is a sine wave with
1kHz frequency.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the carrier wave

2.

Press Frequency/Period and choose Frequency which will display in blue color. Input‘1’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 1kHz

3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 5Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ‘0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

⚫

Set the modulation type PSK and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

→ Type → Page 1/2 → PSK , choose PSK. Please notice that themessage shown on the middle left side of the screen is ‘PSK’.
2.

Press Key Freq , input ‘200’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the key
frequency to 200 Hz.

3.

Press Polarity → Positive .

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-14.

Figure 3-14 Generate a PSK Modulation Waveform

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Example 15: Generate a PWM Modulation Waveform

Generate a PWM modulation waveform with 200Hz key frequency. The carrier is a pulse wave with
5kHz frequency.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the Pulse waveform as the carrier wave

2.

Press Frequency/Period and choose Frequency which will display in blue color. Input‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 5kHz

3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input ‘5’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 5Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ‘0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

5.

Press PulWidth/DutyCycle and choose PulWidth which will display in blue color. Input ‘40’
from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘us’ to set the PulWidth to 40us⚫

Set the modulation type PWM and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

, Please notice that the message shown on the middle left side of the screen

is ‘PWM ’.
2.

Press PWM Freq , input ‘200’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the PWM
Freq to 200Hz.

3.

Press Width Dev , input ‘20’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘us’ to set the width
deviation to 20us

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-15.

Figure 3-15 Generate a PWM Modulation Waveform

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Example 16: Generate a DSB-AM Modulation Waveform

Generate a DSB-AM modulation waveform with 100Hz modulating frequency. The carrier is a sine
wave with 2kHz frequency.

➢

Steps:⚫

Set the frequency, amplitude and offset of the carrier wave.
1.

Press

Waveforms, and choose the sine waveform as the carrier wave.

2.

Press Frequency/Period and choose Frequency which will display in blue color. Input‘2’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘kHz’ to set the frequency to 2kHz

3.

Press

Amplitude/HighLeveland choose

Amplitude

which will display in blue color.

Input ‘4’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vpp’ to set the amplitude to 4Vpp.
4.

Press Offset/LowLevel and choose Offset which will display in blue color. Input ‘0’ fromthe keyboard and choose the unit ‘Vdc’ to set the offset to 0Vdc.

⚫

Set the modulation type DSB-AM and parameters.
1.

Press

Mod

→

Type

→

DSB-AM, choose DSB-AM. Please notice that themessage shown on the middle left side of the screen is ‘DSB-AM ’.
2.

Press DSB Freq , input ‘100’ from the keyboard and choose the unit ‘Hz’ to set the DSB
Freq to 100Hz.

When all parameters above are set, the waveform generated is shown in Figure 3-16.

Figure 3-16 Generate a DSB-AM Modulation Waveform

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4.1

Troubleshooting
General Inspecting

After receiving a new SDG1000X Series Function/Arbitrary Generator please inspect the instrument
as followed:

1.

Inspect the shipping container for damage.
Keep the damaged shipping container or cushioning material until the contents of the shipment
have been checked for completeness and the instrument has been checked mechanically andelectrically.

2.

Inspect the entire instrument.
In case there is any mechanical damage or defect, or the instrument does not operate properly or
fails in the performance tests, notify the SIGLENT sales representative.
If the shipping container is damaged, or the cushioning materials show signs of stress, notify the
carrier as well as the SIGLENT sales department. Keep the shipping materials for carrier’s
inspection.

3.

Check the accessories.
Accessories supplied with the instrument are listed in “Appendix A”. If the contents areincomplete or damaged, notify the SIGLENT sales representative.

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1.

Troubleshooting
After the generator is powered on, if the screen remains dark please do as the following
steps:

2.

1)

Check the power cable’s connection.

2)

Ensure the power switch is turned on.

3)

After the inspections above, restart the generator.

4)

If the generator still doesn’t work after checking, please contact SIGLENT.

If there is no waveform output after setting the parameters, please do as the following
steps:
1)

Check whether the BNC cable has a good connection to the output port.

2)

Check whether the output keys have been turned on.

3)

If the generator still doesn’t work after checking, please contact SIGLENT.

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55.1

Service and Support
Maintenance summary

SIGLENT warrants that the products it manufactures and sells will be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for three years from the date of shipment from an authorized SIGLENT distributor. If
a product is proved to be defective within the warranty period, SIGLENT will provide repair or replace
the unit as described in the complete warranty statement.

To arrange for service or obtain a copy of the complete warranty statement, please contact yournearest SIGLENT sales and service office. Except as provided in this summary or the applicablewarranty statement, SIGLENT makes no warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but notlimited to the implied warranties of merchantability and special applicability. In no event shall
SIGLENT be liable for indirect, special or consequential damages.

5.2

Contact SIGLENTSIGLENT TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD
Address: 3/F, NO.4 building, Antongda Industrial Zone, 3rd Liuxian Road, 68th District,
Baoan District, Shenzhen, P.R. China
Tel: 400-878-0807
E-mail: sales@siglent.com
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Appendix

Appendix A: Accessories
SDG1000X Series Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator Accessories:

Standard Accessories:⚫

Quick Start Guide⚫

A Calibration Report⚫

A Power Line that fits the standard of the destination country⚫

A USB Cable

Optional Accessories:⚫

USB-GPIB adapter (IEEE 488.2)⚫

SPA1010 Power Amplifier⚫

20dB Attenuator

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Appendix B: Daily Maintenance and Cleaning
Daily MaintenanceDo not store or leave the instrument in where the display screen will be exposed to direct sunlight for along period of time.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the instrument, do not expose it to spray, liquid, or solvent.

Cleaning
If the instrument requires cleaning, disconnect it from all power sources and clean it with a mild
detergent and water. Make sure the instrument is completely dry before reconnecting it to a powersource.
To clean the exterior surface, perform the following steps:
1.

Remove loose dust on the outside of the instrument with a lint-free cloth. When cleaning thescreen, be careful to avoid scratching the transparent plastic protective screen.

2.

Use a soft cloth dampened with water to clean the instrument.

WARNING: To avoid any damage to the surface of the instrument, do not use any abrasiveor chemical cleaning agents.

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About SIGLENTSIGLENT is an international high-tech company, concentrating on R&D,
sales, production and services of electronic test & measurement instruments.

SIGLENT first began developing digital oscilloscopes independently in 2002.
After more than a decade of continuous development, SIGLENT has
extended its product line to include digital oscilloscopes, isolated handheld
oscilloscopes,
generators,

function/arbitrary
spectrumwaveform

analyzers,

vectorgenerators,
network

RF/MWsignalanalyzers,

digitalmultimeters, DC power supplies, electronic loads and other general purpose
test instrumentation. Since its first oscilloscope was launched in 2005,
SIGLENT has become the fastest growing manufacturer of digital
oscilloscopes. We firmly believe that today SIGLENT is the best value inelectronic test & measurement.

Headquarters:
SIGLENT Technologies Co., Ltd
Add: Bldg No.4 & No.5, Antongda Industrial
Zone, 3rd Liuxian Road, Bao'an District,
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Tel: + 86 755 3688 7876
Fax: + 86 755 3359 1582
Email: sales@siglent.com
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