Teledyne LeCroy Zi Oscilloscope Synchronization ProBus Module (Zi-8CH-SYNCH) - Manual

Instructions
918246‐00‐RevA 1
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a LeCroy Zi Oscilloscope Synchronization ProBus Module (Zi‐8CH‐SYNCH module).
The module is designed for use on 4‐30 GHz WaveMaster 8 Zi oscilloscopes to provide a common trigger
reference to synchronize acquisition and display of:
• 8 (4‐16 GHz) channels from two different WaveMaster 804 ‐ 830 Zi oscilloscopes.
OR
• 4 (20‐30 GHz) channels from two different WaveMaster 820, 825, or 830 Zi oscilloscopes (using DBI).
When the Zi‐8CH‐SYNCH module is connected to an oscilloscope, it identifies that oscilloscope as the Master
oscilloscope and allows connection to a Slave oscilloscope which then functions purely as a data acquisition
device sending its own data for synchronized display on the Master. The Zi‐8CH‐SYNCH module is self‐
recognized by the oscilloscope and does not require additional software options or keycodes to operate
properly – simply ensure the oscilloscopes are using identical firmware of version 6.1.07 with 6.1.0.7c software
patch, or any later version.
Service
If you are returning your accessory for service, please Contact LeCroy for Support.
Use the part tables at the end of these instructions for referencing LeCroy part numbers for missing parts or
ordering extras.
Theory of Operation
The Zi‐8CH‐SYNCH ProBus hardware module (Zi‐8CH‐SYNCH module) contains an EEPROM with identifying
information and electrical circuitry to providing time‐stamped synchronization, trigger, and other signals to a
Master and Slave oscilloscope. Plugging the Zi‐8CH‐SYNCH ProBus module into a WaveMaster 8 Zi oscilloscope
defines it as the Master and displays all acquired channels for easy viewing and analysis, while the other
oscilloscope operates as a Slave and acquires data for sending to the Master.