User manual TEKTRONIX TDSET3 DATASHEET TEST SOFTWARE

[. . . ] Tektronix provides a patented, cost-effective method using an arbitrary waveform generator and oscilloscope The TDSET3 provides automated compliance testing for 10/100/1000BASE-T PHY verification, including: Compliance and margin testing for accurate analysis and improved interoperability Time- and frequency-domain measurements made with a single analysis instrument Jitter and timing measurements with and without filters Amplitude, linearity, and droop testing for transmitter performance Frequency-domain measurements including return loss and power spectral density User-defined mode enables flexible parameter control for characterization and margin analysis Detailed test reports with margin and statistical information aid analysis 1000BASE-T Return Loss Measurements. 1000BASE-T in compliance with standards such as IEEE 802. 3-2000 and ANSI X3. 263-1995. The portfolio of tests includes core PMA and MDI tests like Template, Distortion, Return Loss, Jitter (including the proposed alternate jitter method), and Common Mode Voltage. Amplitude Domain Tests The industry standards require the signals to have amplitudes within specified ranges to assure interoperability between devices. The amplitude tests vary with the signal speeds, but include such parameters as peak or peak-to-peak amplitude, overshoot, common mode voltage, and positive/negative pulse symmetry. [. . . ] For example, the figure above shows the jitter measurement on a 100BASE-TX signal. TF-GBE-EE Test Fixture for Energy Efficient Ethernet measurements on 10BASE-Te. Template Tests Template mask tests are often used to quickly verify that the transmitted signal meets industry standard requirements. These template masks are defined so that signal distortions such as overshoot, jitter, incorrect rise and fall times, etc. , will cause the mask test to fail. An example of a 10BASE-T template mask test is shown above. Test Fixtures The TF-GBE Series of test fixtures supports many of the Ethernet compliance tests, providing convenient signal access, test points for accurate removal of disturbing signals, return loss calibration, and cross-connect circuits to connect to traffic generators and link partners. The TF-GBE-BTP is the basic test package for 10/100/1000BASE-T tests. The TF-GBE-ATP is the advanced test package which also includes a 1000BASE-T jitter test channel cable. The TF-GBE-EE is an additional test fixture which is required to perform the Energy Efficient Ethernet measurements. Simplified Pattern Generation Tektronix offers a complete solution for creating and managing "disturbing" signals for accurate stress testing. The Tektronix arbitrary waveform generators provide support for adding and removing the noise-related elements of the disturbing signal. Tektronix offers a complete set of instruments for Ethernet compliance tests and debug work, from oscilloscopes and probes, to compliance test software, test fixtures, and signal sources. Test Report Generation The unparalleled automation built into TDSET3 also enables faster validation including the tedious task of generating reports. The user can generate summary or detailed reports at a press of a button. www. tektronix. com 3 Data Sheet Characteristics General Characteristic Description Ordering Information TDSET3 Ethernet Compliance Test Software. Includes: Application CD and electronic documentation. Product New Instrument Orders Product Upgrades Floating License Mask Auto-fit, Waveform/Sample Count 10BASE-T / 10BASE-Te Tests Test Description Template MAU Template Scale Amplitude Harmonic Jitter Return Loss MAU Ext (and Inverted), MAU Int (and Inverted), Link Pulse, and TP_IDL 0. 9 and 1. 1 Differential Voltage, Common Mode Output Voltage Content of ones With and without cable 85, 100, 111 *1 DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Series DPO7000 Series Opt. ET3 DPOFL-ET3 DPOFL-ET3 Recommended Accessories For most Ethernet signal probing, use a 1-1. 5 GHz differential probe. For 1000BASE-T jitter testing, use two 1-1. 5 GHz active probes for slave jitter test, and one 1-1. 5 GHz active probe for master jitter test. Please refer to www. tek. com/probes for further information on the recommended models of probes and any necessary probe adapters. 100BASE-TX Tests Test Description Template Amplitude Time Domain Tests Jitter Return Loss Positive and negative polarity Signal Amplitude, Amplitude Symmetry, Differential Output Voltage, Waveform Overshoot Rise Time, Fall Time, Rise/Fall Time Symmetry Jitter and Duty-cycle Distortion 85, 100, 111 *1 Ethernet Test Fixture Product Description TF-GBE-BTP TF-GBE-ATP TF-GBE-EE 1000BASE-T Tests Test Description Basic Ethernet Test Package Advanced Ethernet Test Package, includes Jitter Channel Energy Efficient Ethernet Test Package (order directly from Crescent Heart Software http://www. c-h-s. com) Template Amplitude Disturber Options Jitter Return Loss Points A, B, C, D, F, H Peak Voltage (points A, B), Level Accuracy (points B, C, D), Droop (points G, J), Distortion (with and without TX_TCLK*2), Common Mode Output Voltage With and without disturber signal Master (filtered and unfiltered), Slave*3 (filtered and unfiltered) 85, 100, 111 *1 Signal Source (for Return Loss and Disturbing Signal Tests) AFG3102*4, AFG3252*4, AWG5000C, or AWG7000C*5 Series arbitrary waveform generator. Additional Information Tektronix offers a range of solutions for Ethernet testing, including 10GBASE-T and 40/100G Ethernet. To see a comprehensive listing, and download the latest resources, visit www. tek. com/ethernet. TDSET3 solution updates and up-to-date instrument software upgrades are available at www. tek. com/downloads. *4 Setup files and waveforms to be copied onto the instrument using a memory stick. [. . . ] Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material. Specification and price change privileges reserved. TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc. [. . . ]