OVERVIEW Included with the MSO-3M cable shipment are the following: * Qty 1 - 18 channel 3M connector cable * Qty 1 - MSO-3M Instruction sheet (this document) OPERATING ENVIRONMENT Before using the MSO-3M cable, ensure that its operating environment will be maintained within these parameters: Temperature: 5 to 40 oC Humidity: < 80% RH (non-condensing) SAFETY REQUIREMENTS CAUTION To avoid personal injury or damage to the MSO-3M or any equipment connected to it, review and comply with the following safety precautions. * * Use only as intended. The MSO-3M cable is intended to be used only with LeCroy MS-250, MS-500 or MS-500-36 Mixed Signal Oscilloscope options. Use of the MSO-3M and/or the equipment it is connected to in a manner other than specified may impair the protection mechanisms. Connect and disconnect properly. Avoid damage to cables thru excessive bending. When disconnecting the MSO-3M cable from the MS-250, MS-500, MS-500-36 or Device Under Test NEVER pull on the blue wires, pull only the black plastic housing. * Do not use in wet/damp or explosive atmospheres. * For indoor use only. The MSO-3M cable and associated test equipment is intended for indoor use and should be operated in a clean, dry, environment. * Do not operate with suspected failures. Do not use the product if any part is damaged. All maintenance should be referred to qualified service personnel. BASIC OPERATION Connecting the MSO-3M to the MS-250 or MS-500 * Connect the end of the cable labeled D0 - D17 to the corresponding input of the MS-250 or MS-500 labeled D0 - D17 and fasten thumb screws Note: MS-500 can be operated in 36 channel mode by using two MS-3M cables however both MSO-3M cables will be labeled D0-D17. 915681-00 Rev A MSO-3M Instruction Sheet Page 1 of 2 Connecting the MSO-3M to the Device Under Test * The MSO-3M cable mates with the following 3M Through-Hole 2500 series connectors 2520-6002 (straight) 2520-5002 (right-angle) Looking into the 3M Connector: Connector Pin # 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 NC D16 D14 D12 D10 D8 D6 D4 D2 D0 D17 D15 D13 D11 D9 D7 D5 D3 D1 Gnd Connector Pin # 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 SPECIFICATIONS Input Impedance Attenuation Maximum Input Voltage 100 k 10:1 < 30 Vpk All specifications are for the MSO-3M cable used with the MS-250, MS-500 or MS-500-36 Max. VIN versus Frequency Note: Max VIN < 30V (DC + Peak AC) 35 30 25 20 VIN (Vrms) 15 10 5 0 1M 10 M 100 M 1000 M Frequency (Hz) 915681-00 Rev A MSO-3M Instruction Sheet Page 2 of 2