Maintaining wavestation, Cleaning, Updating wavestation firmware – Teledyne LeCroy WaveStation 3000 Operators Manual User Manual

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Operator's Manual

Maintaining WaveStation

Cleaning

Clean only the exterior of the instrument using a soft cloth moistened with water or an alcohol solution. Do not
use harsh chemicals or abrasive elements. Under no circumstances submerge the instrument or allow
moisture to penetrate it. Avoid electric shock by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning.

CAUTION. Do not attempt to clean internal parts. Refer to qualified service personnel.

Updating WaveStation Firmware

WaveSation firmware updates are released periodically and are available for free. It is recommended to update
your WaveStation whenever there is a new firmware release to keep it performing optimally.

To check your current firmware version, press UtilityMoreEdit Infoto display the WaveStation details
screen.

Download the latest firmware for the WaveStation 3000 series Function/Arbitrary waveform generators from
teledynelecroy.com/support/softwaredownload/.

To install firmware updates:

1. Extract the firmware file, <filename>.ads, and save it to a USB drive.

2. Power on the WaveStation, and plug the USB drive into the Front Panel USB port.

3. Press the Utility function button, then press the More and Update softkeys.

4. You'll see the Browser display used to

Save/Recall files

. Press the Browser softkey to select Directory,

then turn the Adjust knob to select USB Drive. If the file is inside a sub-folder, press the Right Cursor but-
ton below the Adjust knob to open the folder.

5. Change Browser to File, and navigate to <filename>.ads.

6. Select the *.ads file and press Recall.

7. Follow the instructions on screen to begin the update.

NOTE: When the update starts, you will see the message “System updating… Please don’t shutdown your
WaveStation during the updating procedure.” Do not power off the WaveStation for any reason during this
process. Doing so can render the WaveStation inoperable.

8. When the update is complete, power off and restart the WaveStation.

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