SDG6000X Series
Pulse/Arbitrary Waveform Generator
Service Manual
SM0206X-E01B
06X-E01A

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performance of this manual as well as any information contained.

Product Certification
SIGLENT guarantees this product conforms to the national and industrial
standards in China as well as the ISO9001: 2008 standard and the ISO14001:
2004 standard. Other international standard conformance certification is inprogress.

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General Safety Summary
Carefully read the following safety precautions to avoid person injury andprevent damage to the instrument or any products connected to it. To avoid
potential hazards, please use the instrument as specified.
Only qualified technician should perform service procedures
Use Proper Power LineUse only the special power line of the instrument that approved by local state.
Ground the Instrument
The instrument grounds through the protective earth conductor of the powerline. To avoid electric shock, the ground conductor must be connected to theearth. Make sure the instrument is grounded correctly before connect its input
or output terminals.
Connect the Signal Wire correctly
The potential of the signal wire is equal to the earth, do not connect the signal
wire to a high voltage. Do not touch the exposed contacts or components.
Look Over All Terminals’ Ratings
To avoid fire or electric shock, please observe all ratings and sign instructionsof the instrument. Before connecting the instrument, please read the manual
carefully to gain more information about the ratings.
Not Operate with Suspected Failures
If you suspect that there is a damage of the instrument, please have a qualified
service personnel check it.
Avoid Circuit or Components Exposed
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 a potential damage to the instrument or other property
that might occur.
Symbols used on the instrument. Symbols may appear on the instrument:

Hazardous

Protective

Voltage

Earth Ground

Warning

Earth GroundPower
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Catalog
General Safety Summary .............................................................................................................. 2
Safety Terms and Symbols ........................................................................................................... 3
The SDG6000X Series Generator at a Glance.......................................................................... 8
The Front Panel at a Glance....................................................................................................... 10
The Rear Panel at a Glance ....................................................................................................... 14
Chapter 1 Specifications ............................................................................................................. 15
Chapter 2 Quick Start .................................................................................................................. 25
To Prepare the Generator for Use ..................................................................................... 26
To Adjust the Carrying Handle ............................................................................................ 27
To Set the Output Frequency.............................................................................................. 28
To Set the Output Amplitude ............................................................................................... 30
To Set the DC offset ............................................................................................................. 32
To Set the Duty Cycle of a Square Waveform.................................................................. 34
To Set the Symmetry of a Ramp Waveform ..................................................................... 36
To Generate a Pulse Waveform ......................................................................................... 38
To Generate a Noise Waveform ......................................................................................... 41
To Set the DC Voltage ......................................................................................................... 43
To Output a Built-In Arbitrary Waveform ........................................................................... 45
To Use the Built-In Help System ........................................................................................ 47
Chapter 3 Performance Verification .......................................................................................... 48
Performance Verification Test ............................................................................................. 48
DC Output Verification ................................................................................................. 49
AC Amplitude Verification ............................................................................................ 50
Frequency Response Verification .............................................................................. 51
Chapter 4 Assembly Procedures ............................................................................................... 53
Security Consideration......................................................................................................... 53
List of Modules ...................................................................................................................... 54
Required Tools ...................................................................................................................... 54
Disassembly Procedures..................................................................................................... 55
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 61
ESD Precautions .................................................................................................................. 61
Required Equipments .......................................................................................................... 61
Channel Board Drawing ...................................................................................................... 62
Main Board Drawing ............................................................................................................ 64
Check the Power Supply ..................................................................................................... 65
Check the Channel Board ................................................................................................... 67
Voltage Checking ................................................................................................ 67
10 MHz Clock Source Checking ......................................................................... 68
FPGA Checking ................................................................................................... 68
Connector Checking ............................................................................................ 68
Check the Main Board ......................................................................................................... 69
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Voltage Checking.......................................................................................................... 69
ARM CPU System Checking ...................................................................................... 69
Quick Guide for General Failures ...................................................................................... 70
Chapter 6 Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 71
Maintain Summary ............................................................................................................... 71
Repackaging for Shipment .................................................................................................. 71

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Overview of this Document
This document is for the SDG6000X series arbitrary waveform generator,
which will be mostly referred to as “the generator” for short in the following text.
The main contents described in this manual are:
The SDG6000X Series Generator at a GlanceThis section introduces the main technology characteristics for the SDG6000X
generator.
The Front Panel at a GlanceThis section introduces briefly all of the buttons and the knob on the front
panel.
The Rear Panel at a GlanceThis section introduces the ports for easy communication on the rear panel.
Specification
Chapter 1 lists the generator’s specifications.
Quick Start
Chapter 2 describes how to prepare the generator for use and helps tofamiliarize you with a few of its front-panel features.
Calibration
Chapter 3 provides calibration, verification and adjustment procedures for thegenerator.
Assembly Procedures
Chapter 4 provides disassembly procedures to help in gaining an
understanding of the structure of the generator in preparing to install or replace
any needed modules or troubleshoot faults that might be encountered during
operation.
Troubleshooting
Chapter 5 provides troubleshooting procedures for the internal circuit boards,
as well a quick guide for solving general problems. Before any operation,please read the ESD Precautions to avoid personal injuries or damage to thegenerator.
Maintenance
Chapter 6 provides information on maintenance, daily care and inspection of
the instrument. The contact information is included at the end of the chapter in
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The Different SDG6000X Models Addressed by this Manual
All the description for function and performance in this document are according
to the SDG6052X series generator, and apply to all generators in this series.
The SDG6000X series contains the following types:
Type

Analog Bandwidth

Channels

SDG6022X

200 MHz2

SDG6032X

350 MHz2

SDG6052X

500 MHz

2

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The SDG6000X Series Generator at a Glance
SIGLENT’s SDG6000X is a series of dual-channel Pulse/Arbitrary Waveform
Generators that feature up to 500 MHz maximum bandwidth, maximum
sample rate of 2.4 GSa/s and 16-bit vertical resolution. They also include
proprietary TrueArb and EasyPulse technology that helps to solve theweaknesses inherent in traditional DDS generators when generating arbitrary,square and pulse waveforms. In addition, the SDG6000X is a multi-function
device which can generate Noise, IQ signals and PRBS patterns. Thesefeatures enable the SDG6000X to provide a variety of high fidelity and low jitter
signals, meeting the growing requirements of complex waveform synthesis.

Characteristics
The powerful feature set for the SDG6000X generator family includes:
Dual-Channel, 500 MHz maximum bandwidth, 20 Vpp maximum output
amplitude, high fidelity output with 80 dB dynamic range
High-performance sampling system with 2.4 GSa/s maximum sampling
rate and 16-bit vertical resolution.
Multi-function signal generator that delivers:
Continuous
Generator

Wave

Up to 500 MHz sine wave, supporting sweep anduser-defined harmonics.
Low cost replacement of RF signal generators
below 500 MHz.

Pulse Generator

Up to 150 MHz Pulse, with adjustable width, risingedge and falling edge; 3.3 ns minimum width and 1
ns minimum edge across the full frequency range

Function/Arbitrary
Waveform Generator

Basic Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator withmodulation, sweep, burst and waveform
combining functions.

IQ Signal Generator(optional)

Base Band and IF IQ signal generation withsymbol rates between 250 Symb/s ~ 37.5
MSymb/s

Noise Generator

Up to 500 MHz bandwidth White Gaussian Noise
with adjustable bandwidth

PRBS Generator

Up to 300 Mbps PRBS3 ~ PRBS32 with bit rateand edge adjustments

Sweep and Burst function
Harmonic function
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Waveforms Combining function
Channel Coupling, Copy and Tracking function
High precision Frequency Counter
196 kinds of built-in arbitrary waveforms
Standard interfaces: USB Host, USB Device (USBTMC), LAN (VXI-11,
Socket, Telnet).
Optional interface: GPIB
4.3” touch screen display for easier operation

Note: All the specifications described in this manual refer to the SDG6052X.

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The Front Panel at a Glance
User Interface

Numeric Keyboard

Knob

USB
Host

Arrow KeysPower
SwitchMenu
keys

Function
Keys

10

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The User Interface at a Glance
The SDG6000X displays parameter and waveform information of one channel
at a time. The picture below shows the interface when CH1 is selected. In thisexample, the waveform is an AM modulated sine wave. The information
displayed may vary depending on the function selected.
The entire screen of the SDG6000X is a touch screen. You can use your finger
or a touch pen to control the instrument. Most functions and selections can bechosen using the touch screen in a similar manner to the front panel keys and
knob.
1

2

3

4

9

8

7

6

5

1. Waveform Display Area
Displays the currently selected waveform of each channel. Click on the screen
here, then the "Waveforms" button will be highlighted.
2. Channel Status Bar
Indicates the selected status and output configuration of the channels. Click on
the screen here to switch to the corresponding channel. Click here again,
shortcut menu of front panel's function keys will be shown: Mod, Sweep, Burst,
Parameter, Utility and Store/Recall.

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3. Basic Waveform Parameters Area
Shows the current waveform parameters of each channel. Click theparameters to be set, and the parameters will be selected and highlighted.
Then use number keys or knob to change the parameter value.
4. 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.
Select the corresponding parameter to highlight it, and then use the softkeys,
number keys or knob to change the parameter value; or press thecorresponding output key for two seconds to switch between High Impedance
and 50Ω.
High Impedance: Displays HiZ, and assumes a load impedance of 1 MΩ.
Load: Displays the set impedance value. The default is 50 Ω and the range isfrom 50 Ω to 100 kΩ.
Note: This setting does not actually change the instrument’s output impedanceof 50 Ω but rather is used to maintain amplitude accuracy when fed into
different load values.
Output ----Channel output state.
Click on the screen here or pressing corresponding channel output control
button, the current channel can be turned on/off.
5. LAN Status Icon
SDG6000X 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
The display will show different prompt messages based on the current phase
mode.
This icon indicates current phase mode is Phase-locked.
This icon indicates current phase mode is Independent.
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7. Clock Source Icon
The display will show different prompt messages based on the current clock
source.
This mark indicates the current clock source is from the internal TCXO.
This mark indicates the current clock source is from an external clock
source.
8. Menu
Shows the menu corresponding to the selected function. Click menu options
on the screen to select and set the corresponding parameters.
9. Modulation Parameters Area
Shows the parameters of the current modulation function. Click on the screen
here or select the corresponding menu, and use number keys or knob tochange the parameter value.

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The Rear Panel at a Glance

10 MHz Clock Input
Counter

Aux In/Out

Earth Terminal

10 MHz Clock Output
LANInterface

AC Power Supply Input

USB
DeviceWARNING: For protection from electric shock, the grounding power cord mustnot be defeated. If only a two-contact electrical outlet is available, connect the
instrument’s chassis ground screw (see above) to a good earth ground.

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Chapter 1 Specifications
All specifications apply to both channels. Unless otherwise stated, allspecifications are not guaranteed unless the following conditions are met:⚫
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The generator has been working continuously for at least 30 minutes in a
specified temperature range (18 ℃ ~ 28 ℃ )The generator is within the valid calibration period.

Frequency Characteristics
Parameter

Min.

Typ.

Max.

1μ

Resolution

Unit

Condition&Note

Hz

-1

+1

ppm

25 ℃

-2

+2

ppm

0~40℃

1st-year aging

-1

+1

ppm

25 ℃

10-year aging

-3.5

+3.5

ppm

25 ℃

Initialaccuracy

Sine Characteristics
Parameter
Frequency

Min.

Max.

Unit

1μ

500M

Hz

SDG6052x

1μ

350M

Hz

SDG6032x

1μ

200M

Hz

SDG6022x-65

dBc

0 dBm, 0~1 MHz (Included)

-60

dBc

0 dBm, 1~60 MHz (Included)

-50

dBc

0 dBm, 60~100 MHz (Included)

-40

dBc

0 dBm, 100~200 MHz (Included)

-30

dBc

0 dBm, 200~300 MHz (Included)

-28

dBc

0 dBm, above 300 MHz

0.075

%

0 dBm, 10 Hz ~ 20 kHz

-60

dBc

0 dBm, ≤350 MHz

-55

dBc

0 dBm, >350 MHz

2m

20

Vpp

≤ 40 MHz, HiZ load

2m

10

Vpp

40 MHz ~ 120 MHz ( included ),HiZ load

2m

5

Vpp

120 MHz ~ 160 MHz ( included ),HiZ load

2m

3

Vpp

160 MHz ~ 350 MHz ( included ),HiZ loadHarmonic
distortion

Total Harmonic
Distortion
Non-harmonic
spurious

Output Range
Note

Typ.

15

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Sine Characteristics
2m

1.28

Order
Type

Vpp

above 350 MHz, HiZ load

10
Even, Odd, All

Note :The specification will be divided by 2 while applied to a 50Ω load.

Pulse
Parameter
Frequency
Pulse Width
Pulse
width
resolution

Min.
1μ
1μ
3.3

Typ.

Max.
150 M
80 M

Unit
Hz
Hz
ns

100

ps
±(0.01
%+0.3
ns)

Pulse
width
accuracy
Rise time(setting
range )

1n

s

2n

s

Fall time(setting
range )

1n

s

2n

s

2n

s

2n

s

100

ps

Rise time(specified
range)
Fall time(specified
range)
Rise/fall times
resolution
OvershootDuty cycle
Duty
cycle
resolution
Jitter(rms)
cycle to cycle

Condition & Note
SDG6052X, SDG6032X
SDG6022X

0.001

3

%

99.999%0.001

SDG6052X, SDG6032X
10% ~ 90%
SDG6022X
10% ~ 90%
SDG6052X, SDG6032X
90% ~ 10%
SDG6022X
90% ~ 10%
10% ~ 90%. Overshoot, jitter,
output range and pulse width
accuracy specifications are only
guaranteed in specified rise/falltimes range

100 kHz, 1 Vpp, 50 Ω load ,2 ns edge
Limited by frequency setting

%
100

ps

1 Vpp, 50 Ω load

≤ 20 MHz, HiZ load , 2 ns edge ,≥ 10 ns width
20 MHz ~ 120 MHz ( included ),Output Range 2 m
10Vpp
HiZ load , 2 ns edge ,Note≥ 10 ns width
120 MHz above , HiZ load ,2m
5Vpp
2 ns edge , ≥ 10 ns width
Note :The specification will be divided by 2 while applied to a 50 Ω load.
2m

20

Vpp

SquareParameter

Min.

Typ.

Max.

Unit
16

Condition & Note
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1μ1μFrequency

Rise /fall times
OvershootDuty cycle
102

Jitter(rms)
cycle to cycle

120 M
80M
2.4
3
90

Hz
Hz
ns
%
%

SDG6052X, SDG6032X
SDG6022X
10% ~ 90%, 1 Vpp, 50 Ω load
100 kHz, 1 Vpp, 50 Ω load
Limited by frequency setting

100

ps

1 Vpp, 50 Ω load

2m
20
Vpp
≤ 20 MHz, HiZ load
10
Vpp
Above 20 MHz , HiZ load
Output Range 2 m
Note
Note :The specification will be divided by 2 while applied to a 50 Ω load.

Ramp
Parameter
Frequency
Symmetry
Linearity

Min.
1μ
0

Typ.

Output Range 2 m
Note

Max.
5
100
M
1

Unit
Hz
%
%

20

Vpp

Condition & Note

Percentage of peak output, 1 kHz,
1 Vpp, 50% symmetry

Note :The specification will be divided by 2 while applied to a 50 Ω load.

Noise
Parameter

Min.

Bandwidth（-3dB）

Typ.

Max.

Unit

Condition & Note

500

MHz

SDG6052X

350

MHz

SDG6032X

200

MHz

SDG6022X

Bandwidth
80
BWMHz
BW is the max. frequency
setting range
Output Range 2 m
1.084
Vrms
Mean = 0
Note
Bandwidth limit = OFF
Note :The specification will be divided by 2 while applied to a 50 Ω load.

Arbitrary Wave
Parameter
Min.
Frequency
1μsetting range
Waveform2
lengthSampling rate 1 u

Typ.

Max.
50 M

Unit
Hz

20 M

pts

300 M

Sa/s

17

Condition & Note

TrueArb mode

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Arbitrary Wave
Verticalresolution
Rise/fall times

1.2 G
16

Sa/s
bit

DDS mode

2.6

ns

10% ~ 90%, 1Vpp step signal , DDS
mode

100

ps

1 Vpp, 50 Ω load , TrueArb mode

20
10

Vpp
Vpp

≤ 20 MHz, HiZ load
Above 20 MHz , HiZ load

Jitter(rms)
cycle to cycle
Output Range 2 m2m
Note

Note :The specification will be divided by 2 while applied to a 50 Ω load.

DC
Parameter

Min.
Typ.
-10
Output Range -5
Accuracy±(1%+2 mV)

Max.
10
5

Unit
V
V

Condition & Note
HiZ load
50 Ω load
HiZ load

Max.
37.5M

Unit
Condition & Note
Symb/s Limited by the oversampling factorbit

IQ (optional)
Parameter
Symbol rate
Verticalresolution

Modulation
type

Pattern

Min.
250

Typ.
16

2ASK, 4ASK, 8ASK, BPSK, QPSK,
8PSK, DBPSK, DQPSK, D8PSK,
8QAM, 16QAM, 32QAM, 64QAM, Supported by EasyIQ software
12 8QAM, 256QAM, 2FSK, 4FSK,
8FSK, 16FSK, MSK, Multi-Tone,
custom
PN7, PN9, PN15, PN23, User file, Supported by EasyIQ software
CustomOutput Range 1m

0.5

Vrms

Carrierfrequency

500 M
350 M
200 M

Hz
Hz
Hz

SDG6052X
SDG6032X
SDG6022X

Max.
300 M

Unit
bps

Condition & Note
SDG6052X, SDG6032X, 50 Ω load

PRBS
Parameter
Bit rate

Min.
1u

Typ.

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PRBS
1u
160 M
2m-1, m = 3, 4, ... , 32

bps

SDG6022X

1n

1u

s

SDG6052X, SDG6032X.
10% ~ 90%, 1 Vpp, 50 Ω load

2n

1u

s

2m
Output Range 2 m
Note
2m

20
10

Vpp
Vpp

SDG6022X. 10% ~ 90%,
1 Vpp, 50 Ω load
≤ 40 Mbps, HiZ load ,40 ~ 240 Mbps ( included ),HiZ load5

Vpp

Sequence
lengthRise/fall times

Above 240 Mbps , HiZ loadNote :The specification will be divided by 2 while applied to a 50 Ω load.

OutputParameter
AccuracyMin.
Typ.
±(1%+1mVpp)

Max.

Unit

Condition & Note
10 kHz sine, 0 V offset

Amplitude
flatness
Outputimpedance

-0.3

+0.3

dB

50.5

Ω

50Ω load, 0.5 Vpp, compare
to 1 MHz Sine
100 kHz sine

Output current -200
200
Crosstalk-60
Protection
Current limiting,Over voltage protection

mA
dBc

CH1=CH2=0 dBm, Sine, 50 Ω load

Current-limit
thresholdmA

Overvoltage
protection
threshold

49.5

50

±200
±3.5

±4

±4.5

V

The amplitude of the generator <3.2
Vpp and the DC offset <|2 VDC|

±10.5

±11

±11.5

V

The amplitude of the generator ≥3.2 Vpp or the DC offset ≥|2 VDC|

Modulation
AM
Parameter
CarrierModulation
sourceModulation
wave

Min.
Typ.
Max.
Sine, Square, Ramp, Arb
Internal/External

Unit

Condition & NoteSine, Square, Ramp, Noise, Arb

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Modulation
Modulation
depth
Modulation
frequency
FM
Parameter
CarrierModulation
sourceModulationwave
Frequency
deviation
Modulation
frequency
PM
Parameter
CarrierModulation
sourceModulation
wave
Phase
deviation
Modulation
frequency

0

120

%

1m

1M

Hz

While modulation sourceis “Internal”

Min.
Typ.
Max.
Sine, Square, Ramp, Arb
Internal/External

Unit

Condition & NoteSine, Square, Ramp, Noise, Arb
00.5*BW

1m

1M

Min.
Typ.
Max.
Sine, Square, Ramp, Arb
Internal/External

BW is the max. frequency. Limitedby frequency setting
Hz

While modulation sourceis “Internal”

Unit

Condition & NoteSine, Square, Ramp, Noise, Arb
0

360

°

1m

1M

Hz

Parameter
Carrier

Min.
Typ.
Max.
Sine, Square, Ramp, Arb

Unit

Condition & Note

Modulation
sourceInternal/External

Modulation
wave
Keyingfrequency
FSK
Parameter

Square with 50% duty cycle
1M

Hz

While modulation sourceis “Internal”

Max.

Unit

Condition & Note

CarrierModulation
sourceModulation
wave

Sine, Square, Ramp, Arb
Internal/External

While modulation sourceis “Internal”

ASK

1m

Min.

Typ.

Square with 50% duty cycle

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Modulation
Keyingfrequency
PSK

1m

Parameter

Min.

CarrierSine, Square, Ramp, Arb

Modulation
sourceModulation
wave

Internal/ExternalKeyingfrequency

1m

PWM
Parameter

Typ.

1M

Hz

While modulation sourceis “Internal”

Max.

Unit

Condition & Note

1M

Hz

While modulation sourceis “Internal”

Max.

Unit

Condition & Note

Square with 50% duty cycle

Min.

Typ.

CarrierModulation
source

Pulse
Internal/External

Modulation
wave
Modulation

Sine, Square, Ramp, Noise, Arb
1m

1M

Hz

frequency
Pulse
width 3.3
deviation
resolution

Burst
Parameter
CarrierType
Carrierfrequency

Direction

ns

Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition & NoteSine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Noise, Arb
Count (1-1000000 periods), Infinite, Gated2m
BWHz
BW is the max. output frequency

Start/Stop
0
360
phase
Internal period 1 μ
1000
Trigger source Internal, External, Manual
Gated source Internal/External
Trigger delay
100
Sweep
Parameter
CarrierType

While modulation sourceis “Internal”

Min.
Typ.
Max.
Sine, Square, Ramp, Arb
Linear, Logarithmic

°
s

s

Unit

Condition & Note

Linear: Up, Down, Up & Down
Logarithmic: Up, Down
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Carrier
1μBWfrequency
Sweep time
1m
500
Trigger source Internal, External, ManualHz

BW is the max. output frequencysFrequency Counter
Parameter
Function
Coupling
Frequency
mode
range

Input
amplitude

Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition & Note
Frequency, Period, Positive/Negative Pulse Width, Duty Cycle
AC, DC, HF REJ
100 m
400 M HzDC coupling
1
100mVrms
200mVrms
500mVrms
100mVrms
200mVrms
500mVrms

Input
impedance

2

Typ.
10 M

Typ.
10 M

Hz

AC coupling
DC coupling , < 100 MHz
DC coupling , 100 MHz ~ 200 MHz
DC coupling , Above 200 MHz
AC coupling , < 100 MHz
AC coupling , 100 MHz ~ 200MHz
AC coupling , Above 200 MHzΩ

1M

Reference Clock
10 MHz Input
Parameter
Min.
Frequency
Amplitude
1.4
Input
5
impedance
10MHz Output
Parameter
Min.
Frequency
Amplitude
Outputimpedance

400 M±2.5 V±2.5 V±2.5 V
5 Vpp
5 Vpp
5 Vpp

Max.

Max.

3.3
50

Unit
Hz
Vpp
kΩ

Condition & Note

Unit
Hz

Condition & Note
Synchronized to internal referenceclock
HiZ loadVppΩ

AC coupling

Auxiliary In/Out
Trigger Input
Parameter
Min.
VIH
2
VIL
-0.5

Typ.

Max.
5.5
0.8

Unit
V
V

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Auxiliary In/Out
100kΩ

Pulse width 100
Response
time
Trigger Output
Parameter
Min.
VOH
3.8
VOL
Outputimpedance
Frequency
Sync OutParameter
Min.
VOH
3.8
VOL
Outputimpedance

ns
ns
ns

Input
impedance

100
600
Typ.

Max.
0.44

100

Typ.

Unit
V
V
Ω

1

MHz

Max.

Unit
V
V
Ω

0.44
100

Pulse width
JitterFrequency
Modulation Input
Parameter
Min.
Frequency
0
Input
10
impedance

26.7
3.3

Typ.

Max.
50

Unit
kHz
kΩ

Amplitude@100%
modulation
depth

12

13

Vpp

11

10

ns
ns
MHz

Sweep
Burst
Condition & Note
IOH = –8 mA
IOL = 8 mA

Condition & Note
IOH = –8 mA
IOL = 8 mA

Peak to peak

Condition & Note

GeneralPower
Parameter
Voltage

Min
Typ
Max
Unit
100 - 240 Vrms (± 10%), 50 / 60 Hz
100 - 120 Vrms (± 10%), 400 Hz

Power
consumption
Display
Parameter
Color depth

Min.

Condition

32.5

50

W

Dual channels, Sine, 1 kHz, 10
Vpp, 50 Ω load

Typ.
24

Max.

Unit
bit

Condition & Note

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GeneralContrast Ratio
Luminance
Touch Screen
Type

350:1
300
Resistive

cd/m2

Typ.

Max.
40

Unit

-20

60

℃

5

90

%

≤ 30 ℃

5

50

%

40 ℃

Non-operating 5
humidity95%

Environment
Parameter
Operatingtemperature
Storagetemperature
OperatinghumidityMin.
0

Condition & Note℃

Operating3048
m≤ 30 ℃
altitudeNon–operating
15000 maltitudeCalibration
Parameter
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition & Note
Calibration
1
year
interval
MechanicalParameter
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition & Note
Dimensions
W×H×D = 260.3 mm×107.2 mm×295.7 mm
Net weight
3.5
kg
Gross weight
4.6
kg
Compliance
LVD
IEC 61010-1:2010
EMC
EN61326-1:2013

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Chapter 2 Quick Start
One of the first things you will want to do with your new generator is to becomeacquainted with the front panel. We have written the exercises in this chapter
to prepare the instrument for use and to help you get familiar with some of its
front-panel operations. This chapter is divided into the following sections:⚫

To Prepare the Generator for Use⚫

To Adjust the Carrying Handle⚫

To Set the Output Frequency⚫

To Set the Output Amplitude⚫

To Set a DC Offset Voltage⚫

To Set the Duty-Cycle of a Square Waveform⚫

To Set the Symmetry of a Ramp Waveform⚫

To Configure a Pulse Waveform⚫

To Configure a Noise Waveform⚫

To Set the DC Voltage⚫

To Output a Built-In Arbitrary Waveform⚫

To Use the Built-In Help System

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To Prepare the Generator for Use
1. Check the list of accessories
Accessories supplied with the instrument are listed below. If anything is
missing or damaged, please contact your nearest SIGLENT Sales Office.
⚫

A Quick Start Guide⚫

A Certification of Calibration⚫

A Warranty Card⚫

A power cord designed for use in the destination country⚫

A USB cable⚫

A BNC cable

2. Connect the power cord and turn on the generator
The instrument will run a short power-on self-test, which takes several
seconds.
The generator powers up in the sine wave function at 1 kHz with an amplitudeof 4 V peak-to-peak (CH1). At power-on, the Output connector is disabled. To
enable the Output connector, press the Output key.
If the generator does not turn on, verify that the power cord is firmly connectedto the power socket on the rear panel. Also, make sure that the generator isconnected to a power source that is energized.
Then, verify that whether the generator is turned on.

Note: If the power-on self-test fails, the generator may stop and display a black
screen. For solutions, please contact the nearest SIGLENT sales office orreturn the generator to SIGLENT for service.

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To Adjust the Carrying Handle
To adjust the handle position of SDG6000X, please grip the handle by thesides and pull it outward. Then, rotate to the desired position.

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To Set the Output Frequency
The following steps show how to change the frequency to 20 kHz.
1.Press the Parameter softkey
Press the Parameter softkey to enter the parameter setting interface. The
waveform parameters including Frequency/Period, Amplitude/HighLevel,
Offset/LowLevel and Phase are ready to modify using the numeric keypad.
2. Press the Frequency/Period softkey
The displayed frequency is either the power-on value or the frequency
previously selected. When changing the waveform type, the same frequency isused if the current value is valid for the new waveform. To set the period, press
the softkey again to switch to the period parameter.

3. Input the desired frequency
Use the digital keypad to input the value directly. Enter the value “20”, thenpress the corresponding softkey to select the desired unit. For example, press
kHz.

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Note: The desired numerical value can be modified using the knob anddirection keys.

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To Set the Output Amplitude
The following steps describe how to change the amplitude to 8 Vpp.
1. Press the Amplitude/HighLevel softkey
The displayed amplitude is either the power-on value or the amplitudepreviously selected. When changing the waveform type, the same amplitude isused if the current value is valid for the new waveform. To set the HighLevel for
the waveform, press the softkey again to switch to the HighLevel parameter.
2. Input the desired amplitude
Use the digital keypad to input the value directly, enter the value “8”.

Then press the corresponding softkey to select the desired unit. For example,
press Vpp.

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To Set the DC offset
The following steps describe how to change offset to 1 Vdc.
1. Press the Offset/LowLevel softkey
The displayed offset is either the power-on value or the offset previously
selected. When changing the function, the same offset is used if the current
value is valid for the new waveform. To set the LowLevel for the waveform,press the softkey again to switch to the LowLevel parameter.
2. Input the desired offset
Use the digital keypad to input the value directly, enter the value “1”.

Then press the corresponding softkey to select the desired unit. For example,
press Vdc.

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Note: The desired numerical value can be modified using the knob anddirection keys.

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To Set the Duty Cycle of a Square Waveform
At power-on, the default duty cycle for square wave is 50%. The duty cycle
setting range is limited by the “Frequency/Period” setting. The following steps
show how to change the duty cycle to 80%.
1. Select the square wave function
Press Waveforms → Square to select the square function and then select thedesired output frequency to 1 kHz.
2. Press the DutyCycle softkey
The displayed duty is either the power-on value or the percentage previously
selected.

3. Input the desired duty
Use digital keypad to input the value directly, enter the value “80”, then press
the corresponding softkey to select the desired unit “%”.

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To Set the Symmetry of a Ramp Waveform
At power-on, the Symmetry for Ramp wave is 50%. The symmetry can be
adjusted between 0% and 100%. The following steps describe the procedure
to set the symmetry to 60%.
1. Select the Ramp wave function
Press Waveforms → Ramp to select the pulse function and then select thedesired output frequency to 1 MHz.
2. Press the Symmetry softkey
The displayed symmetry is either the power-on value or the percentage
previously selected.

3. Input the desired symmetryUse digital keypad to input the value directly, enter the value “60”, then press
the corresponding softkey to select the desired unit “%”.

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To Generate a Pulse Waveform
The generator can be set to output a pulse waveform with variable width, edge
time and delay time. The following steps show you how to generate a 500 µs
period pulse waveform with a pulse width of 100 µs, rise time of 8 ns and delay
time of 50 ns.
1. Select the pulse function
Press Waveforms → Pulse to select the pulse function and output a pulse
waveform with the default parameters.
2. Set the Pulse period
Press the Frequency/Period softkey twice and then set the period to 500 µs.

3. Set the Pulse Width
Press the PulWidth/Duty softkey and then set the pulse width to 100 µs. The
pulse width represents the time from the 50% threshold of the rising edge tothe 50% threshold of the next falling edge.

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4. Set the Edge Time
Press the Rise/Fall softkey and then set the rising edge to 10ns.

5. Set the Pulse Delay
Press the Delay softkey and then set the delay time to 50 ns.

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To Generate a Noise Waveform
The generator can be set to output a noise waveform with an adjustable Stdev
and Mean. The following steps show you how to generate a noise waveformwith 500mV Stdev and 1mV Mean.
1. Select the Noise function
Press Waveforms→ Noise to select the noise function and output a noise
waveform with the default parameters.

2. Set the Stdev
Press the Stdev softkey and then set the Stdev to 500 mV.

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3. Set the Mean
Press the Mean softkey and then set the mean to 1 mV.

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To Set the DC Voltage
The following steps show how to set a dc voltage with +1 Vdc.
1. Select the DC function
Press Waveforms → Page 1/2 → DC to select the DC function.

2. Set the DC Offset
Use the digital keypad to input the value directly, enter the value “1”.

Then press the corresponding softkey to select the desired unit. For example,
press Vdc.

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To Output a Built-In Arbitrary Waveform
There are approximately 200 built-in arbitrary waveforms stored in non-volatilememory. The following steps show how to output the built-in “exponential fall”
waveform from the front panel.
1.Set the arbitrary waveform function
Press Waveforms →Page 1/2→Arb Type → Built-In to enter the arbitrary
waveform setting interface.

2.Set the Math waveform
Press the Math softkey to display the mathematic waveforms as below.

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3. Output the exponential fall waveform
Rotate the knob to select the ExpFall waveform and press the knob. The
waveform is output with the present settings unless they are changed.

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To Use the Built-In Help System
The built-in help system is designed to provide context-sensitive assistance ofsome functions. A list of help topics is also available to assist you with several
operations.
1.Read the help information
Press Utility → System → Page 1/2 → Help to enter the following interface.
You will see a list of help topics as below. Use Up and Down keys, then press
Select to choose a Help topic.

2. Press “Cancel” or any function button to exit the help system

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Chapter 3 Performance Verification
Performance Verification Test
The performance verification tests are recommended as acceptance tests
upon receipt of the instrument. The acceptance test results should becompared to the specifications given in chapter 1. After acceptance, repeat theperformance verification tests within every calibration interval.
If the instrument fails performance verification, adjustment or repair is required.

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DC Output Verification
This test checks if the DC offset listed in the table below is within the spec
range using a DMM.
1. Set the DMM to measure DC voltage. Connect the DMM to the CH1 outputof the generator as shown below.

2. Turn on CH1 and select the DC waveform.
3. Set the instrument to each output value described in the table below andmeasure the output voltage with the DMM. Be sure the generator output load
is set to High–Z and the output is enabled.
DC Offset

CH1

CH2

0 mV
10 mV
100 mV
1V
3V
10 V-10 mV-100 mV
-1 V
-3 V
-10 V

Spec Range± (1%+2 mV)-2 mV ~ 2 mV
7.9 mV ~ 12.1 mV
97 mV ~ 103 mV
0.988 V ~ 1.012 V
2.968 V ~ 3.032 V
9.898 V ~ 10.102 V-12.1 mV ~ - 7.9 mV-103 mV ~ -97 mV-1.012 V ~ -0.988 V-3.032 V ~ -2.968 V
10.102 V ~ -9.898 V

4. Remove the BNC cable to CH2 output and perform the same verification as
CH1.
5. Compare the measured voltage to the spec range shown in the table above.

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AC Amplitude Verification
This test checks the ac amplitude output accuracy at the frequency of 10 kHz
using a DMM.
1. Turn on the generator and choose CH1 as the operating channel.
2. Connect the DMM and generator as shown below.

3. Select a 10 kHz Sine waveform of the generator and set the amplitude to thevalues listed below in sequence.
Amplitude(Vpp)

CH1 (Vpp)

CH2 (Vpp)

Spec Range± (1% +1 mVpp)

11

10.889~11.111

5.6

5.543~5.657

2

1.979~2.021

0.9

0.89~0.91

0.4

0.395~0.405

0.142

0.13958~0.14442

0.064

0.06236~0.06564

0.022

0.02078~0.02322

0.01

0.0089~0.0111

0.004

0.00296~0.00504

4. Remove the BNC cable to CH2 output and perform the same verification as
CH1.
5. Compare the value measured from the DMM to the spec range shown in thetable above.

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SDG6000X Service ManualFrequency Response Verification
This test checks if the amplitude flatness is within the spec range using aPower Meter.
1. Turn on the generator and choose CH1 as the operating channel. Set the
Load to 50 Ω.
2. Connect the Power Meter, PC and generator as shown below.

3. Select Sine waveform of the generator and set the amplitude to 0.5 Vpp
and frequency to the values listed below in sequence.
Frequency

CH1 (dBm) CH2 (dBm)

Spec Range (dBm)

1 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

5 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

10 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

50 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

100 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

150 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

200 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

250 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

300 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

350 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

400 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

450 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

500 MHz-2.3412~-1.7412

4. Remove the BNC cable to CH2 output and perform the same verification as
CH1.
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5. Compare the value measured from Power Meter to the spec range shown in
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Chapter 4 Assembly ProceduresThis chapter describes how to remove the major modules from the SDG6000X
series generator. To install the removed modules or replace new modules,
please follow corresponding operating steps in reverse order.
The following subjects are addressed in this chapter:⚫

Security Consideration which describes security information needed toconsider while operating.

⚫

List of Modules in which the modules to remove are listed.

⚫

Required Tools which describes the tools needed to perform theprocedures.

⚫

Disassembly Procedures which describes in detail how to remove andinstall the modules.

Security Consideration
Only qualified personnel should perform the disassembly procedures.
Whenever possible, disconnect the power supply before removing or replacing
modules. Otherwise, personal injuries or damages to the components may
occur.
Avoid Electric Shock Hazardous voltages exist on the LCD module andpower supply module. To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the power cordfrom the generator, and then wait at least three minutes for the capacitors in
the generator to discharge before beginning the disassembly.
Preventing ESD Almost all electrical components can be damaged byelectrostatic discharge (ESD) during handling. Component damages can occur
at electrostatic discharge voltages as low as 50 volts. The following guidelines
will help preventing ESD damage when servicing the instrument or any
electronic device.
◆ Disassemble instruments only in a static-free work area.
◆ Use a conductive work area to reduce static charges.
◆ Use a conductive wrist strap to reduce static charge accumulation.
◆ Minimize handling.

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SDG6000X Service Manual◆ Keep replacement parts in original static-free packaging.
◆ Remove all plastic, foam, vinyl, paper and other static-generating materials
from the immediate work area.
◆ Use only anti-static solder suckers.

List of Modules
The following removable modules are listed in the order of performing
disassembly procedures.

Number of Module

Module1Handle2

Metal Shell and Rear Cabinet

3

Front Cabinet

4

Display Module

5

Main Body

Required Tools
Use these tools to remove or replace the modules in the generator:⚫

T10 and T15 Torx screwdriver

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Disassembly ProceduresThis section describes how to remove and install the generator’s modules
listed above in detail. Complete disassembly will be best achieved through thefollowing operating steps.
1. Pull out the handle firmly from the two sides of the generator.

2. After removing 4PCS screws of the pad and 1PCS screw at the bottom of
the generator’s case, remove the metal shell carefully from the main bodyto avoid being scratched.

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3. Open the cable clamp as ①② shows and pull out the cable as ③④⑤⑥
shows, and then remove the 5PCS screws as shown in the following figure.

6

5
2

1
4
3

4. Separate the front panel from the main body of the generator.

5. Pull out the knob and then remove the screws attaching the hardware
partition plate and the front cabinet screws.

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6. Remove the keypad circuit board assembly.

7. Remove the 3PCS screws holding the screen bracket and remove themetal front panel.

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8. Pull out the connecting cable according to the index number as shown in
the following figure and remove the keyboard.

1

2
3

4

9. Remove all the 9 screws affixed to the power supply board using the T10
Torx screwdriver. Separate the power supply board carefully from the main
body of the generator in order to avoid being scratched by the sharp metal
edge.

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10. Pull out the connecting cable as shown in the following figure and thenremove the fan, rear interface board, channel board and main board.

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Note:
To assemble the generator, please follow these same steps in reverse order.

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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
The internal structure of the generator consists of the main board, channelboard, power supply board, key and LCD board, and two interface boards.
They are linked through cables or connectors. This chapter explains the main
troubleshooting procedures for these boards (mainly main board and channelboard) by measuring the corresponding test points and checking the signals ofconnectors on them, thus to help in determining the cause of the failure thathas been encountered while operating the SDG6000X.

ESD Precautions
While performing any internal test of the generator, please refer to the following
precautions to avoid damages to its internal modules or components resulting
from ESD.
⚫

Handle circuit boards by their edges as much as possible.

⚫

Avoid handling of static-sensitive modules if not necessary.

⚫

Wear a grounded antistatic wrist strap to drain the static voltage from yourbody while touching these modules.

⚫

Operate static-sensitive modules only in static-free areas. Avoid handling
modules in areas that allow anything capable of generating or holding astatic charge.

Required Equipments
The equipment listed in the table below is required to troubleshoot thegenerator.
Table 5-1 Required Equipments
Equipment

Critical Specifications

ExampleDigital Multimeter

DC Accuracy ±0.015%

SDM3055

Oscilloscope

300 MHz Bandwidth

SDS2304X

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Channel Board Drawing
The channel board is a signal conditioning board for generating analog signal.
It mainly deals with the adjusting of signal parameters such as frequency,
amplitude, and so on. Please refer to the following drawing to quickly locate
the test points on the channel board for easy resolution of any problems
encountered.

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Main Board Drawing
The main board is the control center of the generator that contains an ARM
CPU system. It completes the GUI function, controlling and configuration
function of the channel board as well as the user interface. Please refer to thefollowing drawing to quickly locate the test points on the main board for easy
resolution of any problems encountered.

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Check the Power Supply
Before performing the power supply testing procedure, please make sure thatthe generator is grounded correctly through the protective lead of the power
cord. Take care not to touch or even disassemble the power supply module
without any safety precautions to avoid electric shock. Here are procedures fortesting the power supply:
1. Disconnect the power cord of the generator and then check whether thefuse is good.
2. Connect the power cord and then turn on the generator. Focus on the Power
Connector (J13) on channel board, which contains 6 pins, from Pin 1 to Pin 6.
Since two of the six pins are ground wires, test the other four pins that aremarked respectively with blue, yellow, red and white, using a digital
multimeter, to check whether the voltage value is within the corresponding
specified range. The voltage parameters to be tested are listed in the tablebelow:
Table 5-2 Test Voltages of Power Connector
Voltage value

Pins

Error limit

20 V

VH+(red)

±10%

-20 V

VH-(white)

±10%

6.5 V

VL+(yellow)±10%-6.5 V

VL-(blue)±10%

3. If each tested voltage value is within the corresponding specified range
listed in the table above, then the power supply is working normally. Otherwise,
please go to step 4.
4. Disconnect the power connector and redo step 3. Because of the removal of
the load, each voltage value error limit increases by approximately 20
percent.
Table 5-3 Test Voltages of the Connector After Disconnected
Voltage value

Pins

Error limit

20 V

VH+(red)

±30%

-20 V

VH-(white)

±30%

6.5 V

VL+(yellow)±30%-6.5 V

VL-(blue)±30%
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If each tested voltage value is within the specified range listed in the table
above, then some abnormality of the load is most likely causing the power
supply problem. Continuous checking or even replacing the channel/mainboard is required for further test.
If there is at least one voltage value that is out of the specified range, then the
power supply module appears to be problematic and a replacement will be
required. For safety, please use qualified technical personnel to disassemble
the power supply module.

Note: The main power supply provides an input fuse to protect against thedanger of fire in the event of a failure of the power supply circuitry. However,this fuse will not fail ("open" or "blow") in normal power supply operation except
when a significant overload occurs. Replace the entire main power supply if
the input fuse fails.

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Check the Channel Board
If it is desired to remove the channel board from the metal shelf inside thegenerator, please place it on a clean, insulated mat. Here are the proceduresfor testing the channel board:
1. Several types of connectors are used on the channel board. make certainthat all of these connectors are connected properly.
2. After checking these connectors, then connect the generator to AC power
and power it on. Check if the voltage values at all test points are within thespecified range using a digital multimeter. The voltage parameters to betested are listed in table 5-4:

Voltage Checking
Test the voltage points on the channel board in the table below. To locate thetest points, please refer to the drawing of the channel board. If each tested
voltage value is not within the corresponding spec range referring to table 5-4,
the channel board is defective. Please return it to the factory for repair orcontact SIGLENT.
Table 5-4 Test Voltages of the Channel Board
Test point

Voltage value

Error limit

AVEE-15V

-15 V

±5%

AVCC15V

15 V±5%

VCC16V

16 V±5%

AVEE-6V-6 V±5%

AVCC6V

6V±5%

AVEE-5V-5 V±5%

AVCC0.9V

0.9 V

±5%

AVCC1.2V

1.2 V

±5%

VCC0.9V

0.9 V

±5%

AVCC3.3V

3.3 V

±5%

AVCC1.8V

1.8 V

±5%

AVCC5V

5V±5%

AVCC1V

1V±5%

VCC1.8V

1.8 V

±5%
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VCC1V

1V

±5%

VCC1.5V

1.5 V

±5%

VCC2.5V

2.5 V

±5%

VCC5V

5V

±5%

VCC3.3V

3.3 V

±5%

10 MHz Clock Source Checking
There is a TXCO generating a 10 MHz 3.3 V LVCOMS clock source to theentire channel board. Please check it referring to the marked point on thechannel board drawing.

FPGA Checking
To check if the FPGA is working properly, please observe the test point marked
with FPGA_LED on the channel board drawing. The LED light blinks at a 2 Hz
rate in normal operation. If it does not light cannot be lighted or blinks at anincorrect frequency, then the FPGA may be fault.

Connector Checking
Table 5-5 Connectors of the Channel Board
Connector
CON_J4
CON_J5Function
Communication between the main board and thechannel board.
Communication between the channel board and theinterface board.

CON_J13Power supply of the channel board.

CON_J2

USB HOSTCON_J8Communication between the channel board and the Key
and LCD board.

CON_J12Power supply of the fan.

Table 5-5 explains the function of all the connectors on the channel board. It is
important to ensure that all the connections are tight.

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Check the Main Board
The main board is the control center of the generator where an Arm CPU islocated. Please refer to chapter 4 if you wish to separate it from the channelboard.

Voltage Checking
Test the voltage test points on the main board and compare to the table below.
If each tested voltage value is within the corresponding specified range, thenthe main board is working normally. If the voltages are out of the specified
range, please return it to the factory for repair or contact SIGLENT.
Table 5-6 Test Voltages of the Main Board
Test point

Voltage value

Error limit

VCC1V

1V

±5%

VCC1V8

1.8 V±5%VCC1V5

1.5 V±5%VCC3V3

3.3 V±5%ARM CPU System Checking
Observe the LED lights on the main board, which indicate the working state of
the ARM CPU system. If the LED lights blink at a regular rate, then thecorresponding codes have been loaded successfully and the chip is in an
operating state. Otherwise, there may be a problem.

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Quick Guide for General Failures
The general hardware failures are described in the following. This information
may help in determining the cause of some general hardware failures:
1. No start-up after pressing the power button:(1) Check if the power cord is correctly connected.
(2) Check if the power button is operating correctly.
(3) Check whether the fuse has burned out. If the fuse is blown, please
replace with a fuse of the same rating.
(4) Check if the connection between the power supply and the channel board
is tight.
(5) If the instrument still does not work normally, please contact SIGLENT.
2. Starts up with a dark screen:(1) Check the connection between the power supply and the channel board.
(2) Check the connection between the keypad circuit board and the channelboard.
(3) If the instrument still does not work normally, please contact SIGLENT.
3. No response after pressing any button, or abnormal display of thescreen:(1) Check the connection between the keypad circuit board and the channelboard.
(2) If the instrument still does not work normally, please contact SIGLENT.
4. The output voltage amplitude measured is higher or lower than
expected:(1) Check the connection between the generator and the load.
(2) Check if the impedance set in generator matches the input impedance ofthe load.
(3) If the instrument still does not work normally, please contact SIGLENT.

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Chapter 6 Maintenance
Maintain Summary
SIGLENT warrants that the products it manufactures and sells are free fromdefects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the dateof shipment from an authorized SIGLENT distributor. If a product provesdefective within the respective period, SIGLENT will provide repair or
replacement as described in the complete warranty statement.
To arrange for service or obtain a copy of the complete warranty statement,
please contact your nearest SIGLENT sales and service office.
Except that as provided in this summary or the applicable warranty Statement,
SIGLENT makes no warranty of any kind, express or implied, including without
limitation the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particularpurpose. In no case shall SIGLENT be liable for indirect, special orconsequential damages.

Repackaging for Shipment
If the unit must be returned to SIGLENT for service or repair, be sure to:
1. Attach a tag to the unit identifying the owner and indicating the required
service or repair.
2. Place the unit in its original container with appropriate packaging material
for shipping.
3. Secure the container with strong tape or metal bands.
If the original shipping container is not available, place your unit in a container
which will ensure at least 4 inches of compressible packaging material aroundall sides for the instrument. Use static-free packaging materials to avoid
additional damage to your unit.

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Contact SIGLENT
Headquarters
SIGLENT TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Blog No.4 & No.5, Antongda Industrial Zone, 3rd Liuxian Road, Bao’an District, Shenzhen,
518101, China.
Tel:+ 86 755 3688 7876
Fax:+ 86 755 3359 1582
sales@siglent.com
www.int.siglent.com/

North America
SIGLENT Technologies America, Inc
6557 Cochran Rd Solon, Ohio 44139
Tel: 440-398-5800
Toll Free:877-515-5551
Fax: 440-399-1211
info@siglent.com
www.siglentamerica.com

EuropeSiglent Technologies Germany GmbH
Staetzlinger Str. 70, 86165 Augsburg, Germany
Tel: +49(0)-821-666 0 111 0
Fax: +49(0)-821-666 0 111 22
E-mail: info-eu@siglent.com
Web: https://www.siglenteu.com

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