Operator’s Manual
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Adjust Signal Pre-Processing
These Pre-processing settings on the Channel setup dialog affect pre-acquisition processes that will
affect the waveform, such as noise filtering and interpolation.
Channel Pre-processing settings
Interpolation
The LabMaster takes discrete signal samples which are then joined to show a continuous waveform
trace. The oscilloscope offers various interpolation profiles to suit different signal characteristics.
Interpolation can be set for each channel individually.
Linear, which inserts a straight line between sample points, is best used to reconstruct straight-edged
signals such as square waves.
Sinx/x is suitable for reconstructing curved or irregular waves, especially when the sampling rate is 3 to 5
times the system bandwidth. Use Sinx/x interpolation to achieve the best results for high baud rate
signals where the transitions in the data stream are smooth and curved.
TIP: You can also turn off linear interpolation and display only discrete samples. Go to Display > Setup.
Response Optimization Mode
The frequency response and group delay of the oscilloscope contribute to the pulse response
characteristics of the instrument. The characteristic response of the oscilloscope can be optimized for
your specific application by adjusting the Optimize setting on the Channel (Vertical) setup dialog.
Pulse Response compensates group delay by minimizing preshoot. This selection most resembles the
response of analog oscilloscopes by controlling the delay to be slightly non-zero at the highest
frequencies.
Eye Diagram is a flat group delay compensation resulting in equalized preshoot and overshoot. This
selection improves the symmetry of serial eye diagrams.
Flatness is a flat group delay compensation with a brick-wall frequency response. While this provides the
fastest rise time, there is also a slight penalty of more preshoot and overshoot compared to Eye Diagram
mode. Use Flatness mode to achieve the best results for high baud rate signals where the instrument
filters out high frequency components.
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