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Products => Test Equipment => Topic started by: BTO on March 28, 2024, 12:40:59 pm
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Hi Guys,
The purpose of this post is....
After you have unlocked your Rigol MSO5000 You may want to learn how to use every feature of the scope.
I have received a lot of requests to help people
- Unlock their scope
- Help when unlocking goes wrong
- How to use the scope because they are beginners and are not sure how to use their scopes
This Post hopes to achieve 3 Goals
Goal 1 - To Explain to you how to upgrade the scope and confirm that you've actually done it correctly
Goal 2 - To show you what to do after you upgrade the scope and how to set things up
Goal 3 - To walk you through your scope (Every Feature) and teach you how to really take advantage of your scope.
(This will mainly benefit the beginner)
FIRST OF ALL, CREDIT WHERE IT'S DUE
Here is the original Post
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/)
Here is a post i created later that was shorter
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/solutions-and-troubleshooting-hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/solutions-and-troubleshooting-hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/)
Moving forward
1. I have created a few videos for you guys so i don't need to keep explaining things over and over.
2. The videos are also there for the beginners because you're not going to absorb everything straight away, so, Keep them as reference, Learn from the knowledge and expand upon it and explore for yourselves
HERE IS A LINK TO THE CLOUD (it's safe and virus free)
https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg (https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg)
(Save this link so you can get the future video uploads)
There are several things on this cloud
- The Rigol MSO5000 User Manual (RTFM) You should read it
- All the Upgrade files "Upgrading to 350MHz"
NOTE : This set of files takes you from Version FW:01_03_00_03 to FW:01_03_03_00
YOUR SCOPE MUST START ON FW:01_03_00_03 for this to work, if it is on a lower version, Message me and i'll give you another .GEL File.
UPDATE : the above method is the "Patching Method", The Patched method DOES NOT survive
firmware upgardes, The better way to do it is to use the Dr Mefist0 LICENSING METHOD using the python script. This method
will survive all future upgrades which means you never need to patch your scope again and you'll be free to just download legitimate
Rigol update files from the website and install them.
The link to the detailed information on how to perform the Licensing Method is here
https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg (https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg)
Now even though the purpose of this post is not primarily to help you upgrade, i have included the files for convenience because everyone keeps asking "where are the files" so here they ALL are in one place, Just download the file, Unzip it
and follow the instructions in each folder
Then i have 2 spreadsheets there so far.
- Capacitor Inventory and Test List
(For Accurately Testing E.S.R. on a capacitor) This is covered in the videos
- Inductance Value Calculator
(For establishing the value of an unknown inductor. This is a spreadsheet that Automates the math)
You're going to need to build a tank circuit to test the inductor
The formulae in this spreadsheet are password protected so you don't accidentally erase them
the password for the spreadsheet is abc123 (go to REVIEW then UNPROTECT SHEET)
This is just for reference
NOW THE VIDEOS
CAUTION : This is not a quick video list, These video's take several hours to go through, As a result i have broken them up into subjects. I don't want to hear TLDR. You either want to learn how use your scope or you're happy to always stay on a basic level in which case this was not the scope for you, you should have paid $100 for a USB Cheapy scope.
THESE VIDEOS ARE TO BENEFIT THOSE PEOPLE THAT WANT TO LEARN EVERYTHING ABOUT THEIR SCOPE AND TAKE FULL ADVANTAGE OF WHAT THEY HAVE PAID FOR. Expect to watch at least 5 Hours.
That aside, the videos are...
1. Intro - 17:57 54.7MB
(as the name states, it's an introduction , overview video)
2.Firmware Upgrade - 1hr: 3:05 182.4 MB
(In this video, before getting into the fun stuff i confirm that you've done everything problem. i run through the Firmware upgrade process and patching process, If you are having problems upgrading then this is the video you want to watch),
Use the Upgrade zip file with this video as a step by step walk through.
3. The Basics of DSO 1hr:19:28 311.0 MB
(In this video we start walking through the basics of using your scope by only covering basic concepts)
NOTE : For experienced users there will be features here that you are not aware of, so it's worth watching.
4. All the Settings 1hr 52:57 410.1 MB
(In this video we go through all the settings in MSO5000, A Step by Step walk through of everything)
5. ESR Spreadsheet 14:37 46.8 MB
(in this video i explain how to use the ESR Spreadsheet when testing capacitors)
6. Inductance Spreadsheet 5:54 18.4 MB
(In this video i explain how to use the spreadsheet to calculate the inductance of an unknown inductor)
7. Using Your Waveform Generator 1hr 17:57 - 262.5 MB
(This video goes into depth on how to use your Waveform Generator as well as practical examples of how to test components
while doing so )
8. Using a Crap AWG 15:27 90.4MB
(A Quick video to show the negative affects and reality of buying a cheap Signal Generator vs a better one
and spending more on it. Essentially proving it's not worth buying a cheap one if it doesn't give you what was promised)
9 How to Use Cursors on a Scope 2hrs 00:33 451.6 MB
(In this video i go into depth on how to user Cursors on an Oscilloscope and give several practical examples of where
they are useful )
10. Math and FFT 39:53 185.4 MB
(In this video i explain Math Functions on the scope and go into depth with F.F.T. )
THAT'S IT, THOSE 10 VIDEOS , I FEEL SHOULD BE ENOUGH TO GET ANYONE UP AND RUNNING WITH THEIR SCOPE
UPDATE - 2 Additional Videos have been added
11. MSO5000 vs DS2000A 14:23 97.5MB
(in this video i look at how a recent number of updates to the DS2000A has caused it to perform better vs the MSO5000)
12 . HELP Menu 197.5 1hr 11:21
(in this video we explore the internal Help Menu in full)
13. MSO REFERENCE Menu
(In this video we look at creating Reference Wave forms for analysis)
Any Questions, Let me know
BE COOL
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This is beyond EPIC.
Much appreciated.
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This is beyond EPIC.
uch appreciated.
Thanks man i really appreciate that.
There's more videos to come but go through that now, bit by bit.
I've got around another 4 or 5 videos to record and edit and then it'll be done
The idea here
- Get everyone upgraded correctly
- Set the meter up properly , Post Upgrade
- Then , considering that it's a bloody expensive scope, LEARN HOW TO BLOODY USE IT LOL
I've included Practical examples in the video of how to test components that beginners normally wouldn't know to do
such as Inductors and Xtal's , I've got stuff there where i contrast the features of the digital scope with an Analog CRO
so you guys can see the evolution of it and how it becomes easier.
I've then also integrated some spectrum analyzer stuff in there to make things clearer when it comes to thinking outside the box. this also helps when understanding FFT
I'm making a point of putting focus on cursor measurements and understanding how all that works
and some basic math functions
The idea here is that i give everyone a push in the right direction beyond the basics and give you some in depth knowledge
and after that the idea is that you guys will be able to troubleshoot further and learn more on your own and understand what you're looking at in your scope
so again, Thanks for the comment , Reallly appreciate it, wasn't sure how many people would actually go for listening to around 10 hours of tutorial on their scope
but hey.. it's got a lot of features, it can't be a 10min video
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Massive thanks for this Martin!
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Massive thanks for this Martin!
You're Welcome, I appreciate it,
I have around 2 more videos to do and then it'll be complete.
So far there are 7 Uploaded and ready
Also, Let me know if you guys have any ideas, Any questions about the scope that i missed.
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I had the scope a few years ago and am no longer quite up to date:
Is it still the case that you have to renew the hack as soon as you load new firmware onto the scope?
If so, then nothing has changed in the last 5 years...
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I had the scope a few years ago and am no longer quite up to date:
Is it still the case that you have to renew the hack as soon as you load new firmware onto the scope?
If so, then nothing has changed in the last 5 years...
Not sure what you mean by "renew the hack"
Simply stated...
Your MSO5000 is likely going to come with Firmware version 01.03.00.03
it may also come with 01.03.02.02
so you have a firmware version that you will start on, In my case, i also got mine ages ago and i started on 01.03.00.03
if i recall.
From this version you can upgrade to the current version 01.03.03.00
All you have to do is (as per the video)
1. do 2 Backup
2. Do the upgrade to 350MHz and unlocking all the other options
3. Patch the firmware
that's it,
So... What's your deal
1. What Firmware version is your scope currently on ?
2. Do you want to upgrade it to the current version ?
If yes, I can help you, If no, then all good
But i don't know what you mean by , Renewing the hack. Maybe it's better we don't use the word "Hack" but instead say
"Firmware Update" Now.. a firmware update is just software in the onboard chip.
once it's in there and it's the correct one, it's there and you don't need to do anything
The "Software Options" that are available are in the firmware and unlocakble.
The .GEL file combined with the patch unlocks them for you.
and once it's unlocked, (Unless you do something or the unit is badly faulty) it's in there permanently
Does that help ?
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I had the scope a few years ago and am no longer quite up to date:
Is it still the case that you have to renew the hack as soon as you load new firmware onto the scope?
If so, then nothing has changed in the last 5 years...
Simply put, if you are on version 1.3.0.3 and you want upgrade You just need to
1. Go to the link in the first message
2. Download the zip file called Upgrading to 350MHz
3. Download only the 2nd video and watch it
it explains everything step by step
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Just and FYI to Everyone,
All the videos are now edited and Uploaded, Hope you guys enjoy them.
These video's won't be available permanently as they take up a huge chunk of my online storage.
I imagine i'll keep them there for at least 1 month and then after that i'll decided what i want to do.
I will always keep the videos regardless, and perhaps after i remove them from the cloud, if people request it,
i can still upload it and give them access to it, But as it stands these videos are consuming approx 50GB of my Cloud storage.
Anyway, for now.... ENJOY
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I had the scope a few years ago and am no longer quite up to date:
Is it still the case that you have to renew the hack as soon as you load new firmware onto the scope?
If so, then nothing has changed in the last 5 years...
Hey Martin,
yes, you still have to use the patch after every update.
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Letw get this straight. You need to re patch after each update or you lose the options you added?
If so , them we should expect that the hack will be fixed at some point.
Finally I guess you can just return the scope to it's older self with the back and re hack it, keeping it in an older FW version.
Am I correct in my assumption?
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You need to keep up Martin72, things have changed.
That said, applying the original update following a firmware update is very straightforward; not at all a bind and keeps the MSO5000 fully featured.
Back on topic - Martin, thanks for the additional videos man, will work through them.
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You need to keep up Martin72, things have changed.
That said, applying the original update following a firmware update is very straightforward; not at all a bind and keeps the MSO5000 fully featured.
Back on topic - Martin, thanks for the additional videos man, will work through them.
His question was not how easy it was.
With Rigol DS1000Z you applied the licenses and after that scope was unlocked and you didn't have to patch anything ever again, even if you loaded new firmware.
So his question was very on the topic, and he asked it because he wanted to keep up...
So answer to his question is : Yes, every time you load new firmware you need to patch up again, but process was made to be very easy, so it is not a problem. But you need to patch up every time, it is not one time job as it was on a Z machine..
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No, you have no relevance here.
Although hacking is mentioned in the title the purpose here is to share skills and information on how to use the very capable modified MSO5000 to its full potential.
For hacking (as you well know) you need to read the other thread and I'd recommend paying attention to posts from DrMefistO, especially Reply #2739. From those you will learn that the situation has changed and the scope can now be modified either way. Easily.
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2725/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2725/)
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So answer to his question is : Yes, every time you load new firmware you need to patch up again, but process was made to be very easy, so it is not a problem. But you need to patch up every time, it is not one time job as it was on a Z machine..
[edit: lots more information from reply #2672 onward in the above linked thread]
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No, you have no relevance here.
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For hacking (as you well know) you need to read the other thread and I'd recommend paying attention to posts from DrMefistO, especially Reply #2739. From those you will learn that the situation has changed and the scope can now be modified either way. Easily.
What has no relevance here is this type of comment.
As you say, the title refers "post hacking" so a very reasonable question was made. And a very easy answer could have been posted. Patched or licensed, only that.
Some are already aware of DrMefistO licensing method BUT a few are also aware that writing with fixed offsets in the FRAM, as DrMefistO does, AFAIR, can lead to bad results. Not all MSO5000's FRAM structure are equal.
When someone posts the correct way to insert licenses into the FRAM then ALL will finally have the "easy" way for sure.
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I have tried to use the script and it failed for me deleting the add-ons o had form the bundle i had.
As I mentioned in
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2750/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2750/)
I followed other instructions and everything when great having a fully powered mso5354 now. The question is which patch do I need to run to keep the scope supercharged and what is your assessment of the possibility of the patch being disabled in future fw updates
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Letw get this straight. You need to re patch after each update or you lose the options you added?
If so , them we should expect that the hack will be fixed at some point.
Finally I guess you can just return the scope to it's older self with the back and re hack it, keeping it in an older FW version.
Am I correct in my assumption?
Here's my 2 cents
Re the patch after every update, Right .... but how often do we update them ?
I've got a DS2000A , i think i've had it for 10 Years now, Did the original update and unlocked all the options, Now, there is a current newer
version, do i need it... No not really
So on one hand it may be the case that we may need to, On the other (at least speaking for myself) who cares.
and another point, if we are going to talk about inconvenience.... THIS IS WHAT WE DO , We put effort into out scopes so we can have
these unlocked options and if that means say every 3 or 4 years having to do it again, why is that an issue. and even if we decide now
that it has to be done, things may change in a few years anyway and it may or may not need it.
for me, i don't think we need to but even if we do, i don't see the big deal with it anyway.
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It's bo big deal that's for sure. I'm merely thinking about IF one should be careful.and maybe even get a backup pre upgrading just in case they decide to undo our hacking.
Tbh I don't think updating is needed unless some glaring issue arises.
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You need to keep up Martin72, things have changed.
That said, applying the original update following a firmware update is very straightforward; not at all a bind and keeps the MSO5000 fully featured.
Back on topic - Martin, thanks for the additional videos man, will work through them.
1. RE "You need to keep up Martin72"
WHO IS MARTIN 72?
2. What things do i need to keep up with ?
I help people with these upgrades all the time, the last one was yesterday , then 2 days before that, i would assume that if i wasn't up
to date with something then the updates wouldn't have worked properly, But.. by all means tell me what i'm not up to date with or at
least point me to a post that shows where i left off and what i need to brush up on.
3. RE "That said, applying the original update following a firmware update is very straightforward; not at all a bind and keeps the MSO5000 fully featured."
True, but keep in mind My original post was not focussed on the actual update, the focus was on the fact that i noticed a lot of people
upgrade their scope then don't know what to do with the scope :-DD
or... They kinda do but they don't really and they only end up with basic skills like , feeding in a signal, Looking at it , Changing vertical and
Horizonal controls and maybe putting the probes on an L.E.D. and not knowing much beyond that.
All the benefits of the scope seem to go out the window the math functions the reference features , FFT , deep nested offset features that
trick the person into something is wrong, phase adjustments, time saving features like loading a setup file, capturing waveforms for reference,
understanding decode, understanding L.A. etc etc
I have seen this behaviour with techs that i have trained in the past, in this example i refer to TV antenna and Satellite techs, whereby they have a spectrum analyzer, usually a RoverSAT and all they know how to do is to use the pre loaded profiles, then.. the carrier changes frequency but the profile holds the old transponder settings and they sit their scratching their head.
They have this beast of a machine but don't know how to use it
so that was the focus of the 10 video's, Not so much the upgrade but how do we have fun after the upgrade and use it to it's fullest potential
and through the video tutorial process my hope is that it would open a lot of doors and open their minds to what is actually possible and do able.
and lastly
YOU'RE VERY WELCOME FOR THE VIDEO'S
In truth i'm happy that you guys are actually enjoying it, I wasn't sure to be honest, I thought to myself... Who the fuck is going to watch10 Hours of tutorial , I mean.. I would , but i do understand most people are not like me So i do GENUINELY appreciate that you guys are appreciating the videos and actually getting use out of it and as far as i'm concerned if no one else other than you guys and a few in the backround i think a total of around 15 now get use out of these videos and no one ever looks at them again, it'll still be worth my time.
it's cool that you guys like the video's........... THANK YOU SINCERELY
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No, you have no relevance here.
Although hacking is mentioned in the title the purpose here is to share skills and information on how to use the very capable modified MSO5000 to its full potential.
For hacking (as you well know) you need to read the other thread and I'd recommend paying attention to posts from DrMefistO, especially Reply #2739. From those you will learn that the situation has changed and the scope can now be modified either way. Easily.
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2725/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2725/)
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So answer to his question is : Yes, every time you load new firmware you need to patch up again, but process was made to be very easy, so it is not a problem. But you need to patch up every time, it is not one time job as it was on a Z machine..
[edit: lots more information from reply #2672 onward in the above linked thread]
RE "No, you have no relevance here."
Who has not relevance here ?
RE "Although hacking is mentioned in the title the purpose here is to share skills and information on how to use the very capable modified MSO5000 to its full potential."
EXACTLY !!! YOU GOT IT
The entire purpose here is to use the scope to it's fullest potential, Because sinced we forked out a pretty penny for it and it will very likely
be a scope that we'll have pretty much for the rest of our lives , Why not learn it in and out ?
and it's about knowledge and contrasting CRO's against DSO's and MSO's which i have purposely included in the video's for the benefit of those
that don't have a CRO and don't understand them. and i have purposely included some practical examples and tests that people can use
to think outside the box a little and i have included unusual tests that beginners would not think to do such as ...
How to test inductors (instead of throwing them away)
How to test a XTAL (so you can pull them out of circuit and test and use them)
and a few other things, pretty much just to get people to think outside of the box and understand the features of the scope and what is possible
I MENTIONED HACKING IN THE TITLE so that when a search is done to upgrade the scope , that the person will stumble upon this.
I INCLUDED THE UPGRADE PROCESS HERE so that just in case they didn't go to the hacking thread first, they could get it here as well
I INCLUDED THE LINKS TO THE ORIGINAL THREAD so that they could go there and know what it's all about
the hacking title was merely included for search indexing reasons.
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No, you have no relevance here.
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For hacking (as you well know) you need to read the other thread and I'd recommend paying attention to posts from DrMefistO, especially Reply #2739. From those you will learn that the situation has changed and the scope can now be modified either way. Easily.
What has no relevance here is this type of comment.
As you say, the title refers "post hacking" so a very reasonable question was made. And a very easy answer could have been posted. Patched or licensed, only that.
Some are already aware of DrMefistO licensing method BUT a few are also aware that writing with fixed offsets in the FRAM, as DrMefistO does, AFAIR, can lead to bad results. Not all MSO5000's FRAM structure are equal.
When someone posts the correct way to insert licenses into the FRAM then ALL will finally have the "easy" way for sure.
Fair comment , but let's put emphasis in the title on the word POST Hacking.
Meaning, what you do with your scope AFTER you've hacked it
the idea of this post was
- Not actually how to hack the scope
- but have you applied the patch
- Do you know about VNC Viewer
- In which case do you have all the quick menu items
- Have you done a Self Cal
- Have you done a Self Check
- Have you setup your scope settings properly
- Have you saved those settings in a setup file
- Do you know the new features of the scope (the deeper nested features)
- Do you know how to use the scope in depth
The operative word here was " POST " Hacking (what to do AFTER sorting the hacking out)
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I have tried to use the script and it failed for me deleting the add-ons o had form the bundle i had.
As I mentioned in
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2750/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/2750/)
I followed other instructions and everything when great having a fully powered mso5354 now. The question is which patch do I need to run to keep the scope supercharged and what is your assessment of the possibility of the patch being disabled in future fw updates
Go to the MEGA cloud link i provided in the first post
In that drive you will see a folder called UPGRADING TO 350MHZ
In Step 3 You can apply the path
Copy those 3 files to a 4GB min USB stick and run Local Update
you just need to download that zip file and go to step 3 and do that, that's it
yes afterwards you can revert to an older version if you like.
Also FYI, i have had Absolutely NOT 1 PERSON fail with this process, If anything , people that have failed to upgrade their scopes have
succeeded with the method i provided.
let me know how it goes, The zip file isn't large either, i'ts the video's that are huge
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Maybe i didn't phrase it correctly. Now the scope is full. Everything is as it should be. Calibrated etc too. All options activated. It's just that the script didn't work for me, the layered version you provide works fine
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It's bo big deal that's for sure. I'm merely thinking about IF one should be careful.and maybe even get a backup pre upgrading just in case they decide to undo our hacking.
Tbh I don't think updating is needed unless some glaring issue arises.
I Agree, it's not a big deal, but in that zip file i told you to download you are also making a backup in step 1
Step 1is the backup part
Step 2 is the upgrade to unlock options and full bandwidth
Step 3 is the patch that gives you a few other options, Specifically the additional quick menu options so you can actually use your scope
using VNC Viewer remote software, without having to touch the scope at all.
the original quick menu has 15 or 16 items but doesn't have buttons like Acquire , Measure and so on.
the upgraded menu has 25 items
but as i said before, i have a DSO2000A that has been upgraded 10 years ago, HAVEN'T HAD TO DO A SINGLE UPDATE.
there is now a newer version and i'm asking myself, Why do i need to upgrade, I'd be interested to know what's in the new version
because my 2000A is running like a champ
As far as i'm concerned with my DSO2000A i made the right choice, it out performed the DS1052E, it out performed the DS1054Z
(Granted it had 4 channels and built in Sig Gen) but seriously on a spec perspective, Mem depth , front end bandwidth and what not, what matters) my scope still outperformed that, over the years it has been a champ.
Only thing that went wrong (Prepare yourself, put down your coffee if you have one) it was once a few years ago on my table in the lounge.
my wife went to grab a bill where one part was under the scope (OH YES INDEED PROGRAMS) My wife pulled the bill out and the scope
went crashing to the floor (i know , i know, it broke my heart as well)
the rear left corner where that plastic vent mesh was smashed, but not the front panel part,
I called John South at Emona and GOOD TO KNOW, he ordered me a new back cover complete with stickers and new serial sticker.
other than that, never had a problem with it. This thing fell from a hip high coffee table and still stayed in spec and kept kicking.
so as far as i'm concerned when we upgrade these scopes you don't really need to update it again UNLESS YOU NEED TO
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Maybe i didn't phrase it correctly. Now the scope is full. Everything is as it should be. Calibrated etc too. All options activated. It's just that the script didn't work for me, the layered version you provide works fine
Fair enough, Understood.
All i did was take the original process and just put it in 3 folders for each stage, and at the backup stage i just made folders to put the backups in,
and included a text file in each folder for each step to explain what to do . Not really a big deal. the process itself and the files are actually the originals though
I think most of the confusion came into play because most of the files are called .GEL files , even the backups and people thought they could use... one file to rule them all, so to speak .
but, i'm glad it worked, Now.. You can progress through the videos :P
Also don't forget
1. Do a self check (There are 3 tests to go through, Video Test, Button Test, Touch Digitizer test and calibration)
2. Do a self Cal
3. Restart the Scope
As for the setup configuration, You'll have to watch the video for that (it's too long to state here)
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Done all of those already :) as for the videos the new link has been emailed to you.
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Done all of those already :) as for the videos the new link has been emailed to you.
YOU ARE A CHAMPION MATE
Thanks a lot for this, i really appreciate it. The link has been changed.
FYI to anyone reading this and wondering "but if i'm downloading it and you just changed the link will i have to start over"
ANSWER : No, i will keep the files up for another week to allow downloads to complete. But as of now the new link is in effect.
thank you Thor, (God of Thunder and Rock n Roll \m/ \m/)
EDIT : to answer your email. Yes all the files are loaded correctly. Thanks
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Glad to be of service to the community.
The new link will never be stopped.
"Heavy metal is the law"
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Glad to be of service to the community.
The new link will never be stopped.
"Heavy metal is the law"
They can't stop us....LET EM TRY
FOR HEAVY METAL...WE WILL DIE !!! \m/ \m/
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Manowar kick ass.. have met them here after a show. Eric Adams is a great guy. \m/.
I'm twice as happy to help a fellow metalhead..
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Btw BTO I'm watching the vids and am not sure if you say something later but help buffled me too. So I found out how it works by trying it out. When you are in "content" you just press a button and it goes to that button reference on help so you go on from there
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Manowar kick ass.. have met them here after a show. Eric Adams is a great guy. \m/.
I'm twice as happy to help a fellow metalhead..
and i appreciate that and i feel the same .
METAL FOR LIFE DUDE
Now... Holy shit.. You met Eric, wow
gotta say, i've met a lot of celebrities in my time (as it was part of my job) now most of them are just... yeah whatever
and every now and then you meet some good one's, . I've never met eric although he is one of the one's that i would be honoured to meet.
then again, How often do they come to Australia , You know.
but yeah, that's cool
As they say....
I was listening to Manowar and my scope unlocked itself to 500MHz :-DD
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Btw BTO I'm watching the vids and am not sure if you say something later but help buffled me too. So I found out how it works by trying it out. When you are in "content" you just press a button and it goes to that button reference on help so you go on from there
1. What video are you watching , Which Number ?
2. Do you mean the contents of the HELP button, is that what your'e talking about ?
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Yeah he was cool he came to me with 2 beers and we chatted for some time.
I used to work as a sound engineer and had the honor to meet lots of the metal gods I wanted to meet. Sadly I didn't get to meet the ultimate god namely DIO. That would have been epic.
I'm watching the "all settings" video number 4.
Help option is weird to use imobit when you get the hang of it its fine
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Yeah he was cool he came to me with 2 beers and we chatted for some time.
I used to work as a sound engineer and had the honor to meet lots of the metal gods I wanted to meet. Sadly I didn't get to meet the ultimate god namely DIO. That would have been epic.
I'm watching the "all settings" video number 4.
Help option is weird to use imobit when you get the hang of it its fine
so let me get this straight....
The guy beside you GAVE YOU A BEER.
and when he was talking to you did he also say MY FRIENDS ARE OVER THERE? :-DD
that's cool man. and Yes i would have also loved to meet DIO, that would've been cool
as for the help option, i'll have a look at it and possibly re record that part and have it re uploaded
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Yeah I was the last guy around , it was 4am and I would take the first train out to my uni at 8am so I stayed and watched the crew dismantle the stage etc. I guess the guy thought I was the biggest fan around hahaha.i did shock him though when I gave him a kings of metal cassette to sign.hahaha. he didn't even think those existed anymore. Oh the good old days.
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Yeah I was the last guy around , it was 4am and I would take the first train out to my uni at 8am so I stayed and watched the crew dismantle the stage etc. I guess the guy thought I was the biggest fan around hahaha.i did shock him though when I gave him a kings of metal cassette to sign.hahaha. he didn't even think those existed anymore. Oh the good old days.
LOL... Kings of Metal huh ?....... RESPECT !!
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Great work BTO.
I just re-encoded your videos to h265 which reduced the size by more than 90%
The settings video went from 9.3G to 258M, same size, no loss of quality really.
If you can, maybe do the same to reduce the file sizes.
Or I'm happy to upload my conversion if needed.
As a side note, tomtektest on youtube did a 33 part overview of the MSO5000 and functions.
Definately have a look and give him a like on the videos.
Here's the playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FsNNReNJ1I&list=PL2u6aYAXZ0Z--44LbndFq-S7Sn--N9-Pe&pp=iAQB (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FsNNReNJ1I&list=PL2u6aYAXZ0Z--44LbndFq-S7Sn--N9-Pe&pp=iAQB)
His channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tomtektest8042 (https://www.youtube.com/@tomtektest8042)
(Don't know the guy, just saw the videos 3 years ago when they were released).
Again, thanks BTO.
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Tomtektest is very good and he is a follower if the forum but he is against hacking the scope.
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Any chance you have a OneDrive or GDrive link to the re-encoded videos?
I tried to download from Mega - but got bitten in the butt by a Mega-download limit and now I can't download anything from them :wtf:
And thanks to @thorstormlord for making the videos :) :clap:
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I'm just the host my friend, making them credit goes to BTO.
I'll recode them and make the download smaller then depending the size I may be able to host them on other clouds as well.
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Great work BTO.
I just re-encoded your videos to h265 which reduced the size by more than 90%
The settings video went from 9.3G to 258M, same size, no loss of quality really.
If you can, maybe do the same to reduce the file sizes.
Or I'm happy to upload my conversion if needed.
As a side note, tomtektest on youtube did a 33 part overview of the MSO5000 and functions.
Definately have a look and give him a like on the videos.
Here's the playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FsNNReNJ1I&list=PL2u6aYAXZ0Z--44LbndFq-S7Sn--N9-Pe&pp=iAQB (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FsNNReNJ1I&list=PL2u6aYAXZ0Z--44LbndFq-S7Sn--N9-Pe&pp=iAQB)
His channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tomtektest8042 (https://www.youtube.com/@tomtektest8042)
(Don't know the guy, just saw the videos 3 years ago when they were released).
Again, thanks BTO.
thanks mate, that's awesome, Yeah if you could go ahead and upload the encoded smaller one so long as it doesn't reduce the quality because there are
zoomed in parts in the video and i would like people see the detail, but if it doesn't have loss then... that's great
also, What program did you use to encode that like that ?
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@bto don't worry about it mate the vids are being recoded as we speak
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Any chance you have a OneDrive or GDrive link to the re-encoded videos?
I tried to download from Mega - but got bitten in the butt by a Mega-download limit and now I can't download anything from them :wtf:
And thanks to @thorstormlord for making the videos :) :clap:
1. @thorstormlord didn't make the video.. I MADE THE VIDEO'S (LOL i mean it's in the first comment)
2. @thorstormlord Did us all the courtesy of hosting it on his MEGA Cloud server since my MEGA Cloud server was very close to full capacity.
He has been generous enough to permanently host the video's there so that they are available for all to download, something that i could not have done
as i need my cloud for my business. in my case, i may have kept it there for a month, but then they would have needed to come down to make room
for my business needs. He has more storage than i do and has been kind enough to (So to speak) Donate his storage space to the community.
So that wasn't a small thing that he did, and he didn't have to do it, BUT.. HE DID IT FOR A FELLOW METALHEAD, WHICH IS ALSO HIGHLY RESPECTED.
3. RE "I tried to download from Mega - but got bitten in the butt by a Mega-download limit and now I can't download anything from them :wtf:"
that's really weird, in over 20 years i've never heard of that, but.. if it did happen, Download it from another computer.
I also wasn't aware that MEGA had a download limit, One would think that the limit would be the limit of the account.
But, do i have another cloud... No i don't . This is what we have made available to the forum and for most people (actually all so far) it has worked.
Are you able to jump onto another computer to do the downloads ?
As another possible solution. you could email me directly ([email protected]) and with a bit of trust.
You could
1. Pick the cloud of your choice
2. Change the login password to something like abc123 and give me the username
3. and i could directly upload the files to your cloud then you can download them at your convenience
but other than that , I don't see another way to do it,
Except, You could post me a hard drive and i could place the files on the hard drive and post it back to you (The postage would be at your cost obviously)
what are your thoughts
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Man,
1stly the vids are being recoded.
2ndly I never really thought about it but yeah mega has a download limit for non users.but anyone can easily make a free account and enjoy.
3rdly after vids are recoded I'll find another cloud to host them for the people.
Until then a different IP computer will solve the download issue
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@bto don't worry about it mate the vids are being recoded as we speak
1. I Never worry
2. thanks a lot , Appreciate it heaps
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Massive thanks for this Martin!
Not a problem You're all welcome
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I'm just the host my friend, making them credit goes to BTO.
I'll recode them and make the download smaller then depending the size I may be able to host them on other clouds as well.
I use OpenShot Video Editor, I'll have a look at doing this as well, and if it works and if i have enough room, i mean if it's 90% smaller, well, i reckon
i'll be able to host them then. I'll run a few through the oven and see how they come out.
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I use handbrake, it's open source and quite powerful.
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Videos updated check them out
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Sorry for my misunderstandin friend :) Thank YOU for making them, thank @thorstormlord for reencoding them
Thank you all for your efforts :)
I hope I didn't rub anyone the wrong way - This is one community I have the utmost respect for :)
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I use handbrake, it's open source and quite powerful.
I've never used handbrake, i'll give it a go.
i've just gone through all the video's very quickly
1. i can notice a decrease in quality, so.. i'ts not Lossless. HOWEVER...
Given that you reduced like 9.5GB to like 2.25GB i think it was. that's bloody awesome and it's good enough to be still
watchable at the times when i'm showing scopes directly through the webcam so.. WELL DONE MATE, Good job
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Tbh I did encode them on a pretty powerless machine (Microsoft surface) but I can do them on a more powerful gaming pc if your find anything too inappropriate about them.
I'll watch them throughout and see if I find anything bad.i may recode that single one.
Anyways I don't mind hosting them indefinitely man.
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Sorry for my misunderstandin friend :) Thank YOU for making them, thank @thorstormlord for reencoding them
Thank you all for your efforts :)
I hope I didn't rub anyone the wrong way - This is one community I have the utmost respect for :)
Not at all, All good mate.
Now, he reduced almost 10GB to 2GB
Are you able to download them now ?
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Man,
1stly the vids are being recoded.
2ndly I never really thought about it but yeah mega has a download limit for non users.but anyone can easily make a free account and enjoy.
3rdly after vids are recoded I'll find another cloud to host them for the people.
Until then a different IP computer will solve the download issue
1 i saw that... Cool
2. yeah neither did it, Who would think huh ?
3. Ok sounds cool, send me the link when you're ready and i'll edit the URL
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Tbh I did encode them on a pretty powerless machine (Microsoft surface) but I can do them on a more powerful gaming pc if your find anything too inappropriate about them.
I'll watch them throughout and see if I find anything bad.i may recode that single one.
Anyways I don't mind hosting them indefinitely man.
No man, from what i can tell they're fine. They are absolutely watchable, Most of the context takes place on VNC Viewer anyway and what needs to be explained gets explained anyway.
as for the rest of it that isn't VNC Based, it's not that bad. JUST LEAVE IT AS IS, Unless someone complains or whatever . But i think it'll be fine
Ultimately this is about explaining how to use a person's scope to it's full potential, it's not about 4k Video resolution. I think the video's are good enough.
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Tomtektest is very good and he is a follower if the forum but he is against hacking the scope.
I watched his video, it's a very good video and shows the evolution of how the functions came about
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Hello,
I was just wondering if there was a published 'hack'/upgrade for a Rigol MSO5072 with Firmware 01.03.02.02. I was just about to follow the guide for 01.03.00.03 and then realized - I should stop!
Many thanks
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Hello,
I was just wondering if there was a published 'hack'/upgrade for a Rigol MSO5072 with Firmware 01.03.02.02. I was just about to follow the guide for 01.03.00.03 and then realized - I should stop!
Many thanks
NO YOU SHOULDN'T STOP, You are incorrect.
Keep going
This is the publsihed upgrade for 1.3.2.2
What i mean is , This post is a post upgrade tutorial but it does include a link to the formal upgrade procedure.
As for your problem
if you are on 1.3.2.2 just download the file in the link ,which is the file to upgrade to 1.3.3.0 and you'll be fine,
There was no reason for you to stop.
if you want the file for 1.3.2.2 i can provide that if you like but.. i don't really see the point unless you are on a lower version
and want to upgrade only to 1.3.2.2 and then stay at that version. why would someone do that though, why wouldn't you just upgrade to 1.3.3.0 ?
if you want the upgrade file for 1.3.2.2 here it is
https://mega.nz/folder/A8cEgQRI#5FSoMrCurJi71T7VkRPgYQ
You will actually find both upgrade files at this location.
But Just understand that you can upgrade from 1.3.2.2 to 1.3.3.0 Using the file that is already provided.
Give it a crack . let me know how you go or if you have any issues
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Hello,
I was just wondering if there was a published 'hack'/upgrade for a Rigol MSO5072 with Firmware 01.03.02.02. I was just about to follow the guide for 01.03.00.03 and then realized - I should stop!
Many thanks
CONGRATULATIONS on Upgrading your scope.
Now, Watch the video series that has been uploaded her to learn how to fully use your scope.
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Yes, I was able to download it - and am watching as I am able to find time :)
Thanks again - I'm always excited to learn something new or somthing old better :-+
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Yes, I was able to download it - and am watching as I am able to find time :)
Thanks again - I'm always excited to learn something new or somthing old better :-+
That's great and you're welcome.
By all means GO THROUGH IT SLOWLY and in our own time.
it's More important that you digest the information fully as opposed to going through it all in one day.
one of the reasons the video's were created is because i understand no newbie is going to digest this on 1 zoom call.
You need to watch it and re watch it and keep it as reference, it takes time to sink in.
you need to do a few experiments along the way so it sets solid in your mind.
so yes, Take your time , But learn it well.
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Hi,
@BTO
I have some questions about using the MSO5000, which I ask you and other colleagues to repeat the test and help with the solution:
1. Measure SlewRate of a Square Wave Signal.
Connect the MSO5000 GI to CH-1, with Square Wave and f=1MHz, and Amplitude = 1Vpp.
See the IMG, notice that the SlewRate Measurement is in the unit of (Mv/s).
It turns out that the SlewRate unit is (V/us) and the MSO5000 displays (Mv/s).
Besides (v) is in lowercase and should be capitalized (V). The (Mv) means (Mega Volt) which is a very large number, and at the bottom it shows (s) which means (seconds) and should be (us).
I was unable to change the Unit of SlewRate in the MSO5000 menu.
Check how to resolve this.
2. Using the (Ref) function to store IMG of signals and compare
We will use the MSO5000 GI on CH-1, to generate several signals, to be stored in the (Ref) table and in Drive (C). Press the buttons in the sequence:
2.1 Generate a Sinosoidal Signal and place it in Memory (Ref1) and save it on Drive (C):
(Generate a sinusoidal signal of f = 100KHz and Amplitude = 1Vpp) -> (Ref) => (Ref1) -> (Current = Ref1) -> (SaveToRef) -> (More) -> (Color -> ORANGE) - > (Export) -> (File Type -> *.ref) -> (File Name -> RigolDS0) -> (Save) -> (Close (C) -> x) -> (Menu off)
Verify -> Move -> (CH-1 -> V-Position) -> (Verify Signal Yellow and Orange) ->
(Press -> CLEAR).
2.2 Generate a Square Wave and place it in Memory (Ref5) and save it in Drive (C):
(Generate a Square Wave signal of f = 100KHz and Amplitude = 1Vpp) -> (Ref) => (Ref1) -> (Current -> Ref5) -> (SaveToRef) -> (More) -> (Color -> GREEN) -> (Export) -> (File Type -> *.ref) -> (File Name -> RigolDS1) -> (Save) -> (Close (C) -> x) -> (Menu off).
Verify -> Move -> (CH-1 -> V-Position) -> (Verify Signal Yellow and Green) ->
(Press -> CLEAR).
2.3 Generate a Ramp Wave Signal and place it in Memory (Ref10) and save it in Drive (C):
(Generate a Ramp Wave signal of f = 100KHz and Amplitude = 1Vpp) -> (Ref) -> (Current -> Ref10) -> (SaveToRef) -> (More) -> (Color -> RED) -> (Export ) -> (File Type -> *.ref) -> (File Name -> RigolDS2) -> (Save) -> (Close (C) -> x) -> (Menu off)
Verify -> Move -> (CH-1 -> V-Position) -> (Verify Signal Yellow and Red)
-> (Press -> CLEAR).
3. Read the Memoirs (Ref):
(Power off -> GI)
We save different Signals in Memories (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10).
And we save the IMGs in Drive (C), in positions (RigolDS0), (RigolDS1) and (RigolDS2).
The objective is to place the Memory Signals (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10) on the screen to use to compare with a signal of interest:
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Details) -> (See table -> (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10))
Dear @BTO, I can't bring the signals saved in (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10) to the screen.
Check how to do this.
4. Read the IMGs saved in Drive (C), place them in the (Ref) table and execute:
(Press -> Default -> OK)
(Press -> Ref -> Ref1) -> (More) -> (Details) -> (See the table -> is Reset) -> (Close Table -> x) ->
(Press -> Import) -> (Local Disk (C)) -> (Select -> RigolDS0.ref) -> (Load)
->
(Verify -> Saved -> Ref1)
-> (Press -> CLEAR) -> (Menu off)
(Press -> Ref -> Ref2) -> (More) -> (Import) -> (Local Disk (C)) -> (Select -> RigolDS1.ref) -> (Load) ->
(Verify -> Saved -> Ref2)
(Press -> Ref -> Ref10) -> (More) -> (Import) -> (Local Disk (C)) -> (Select -> RigolDS2.ref) -> (Load) ->
(Verify -> Saved -> Ref10)
Dear @BTO, I can't bring the signals saved in (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10) to the screen. I can only run the most recent IMG brought from Drive (C), and if I press (CLEAR) the IMGs become inaccessible.
Check how to resolve this.
Any colleague can comment on my question.
Translation with Google Translate.
modify: "item #2.2" from "sinusoidal signal" to "Square Wave".
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Hi,
@BTO
I have some questions about using the MSO5000, which I ask you and other colleagues to repeat the test and help with the solution:
3. Read the Memoirs (Ref):
(Power off -> GI)
We save different Signals in Memories (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10).
And we save the IMGs in Drive (C), in positions (RigolDS0), (RigolDS1) and (RigolDS2).
The objective is to place the Memory Signals (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10) on the screen to use to compare with a signal of interest:
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Details) -> (See table -> (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10))
Dear @BTO, I can't bring the signals saved in (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10) to the screen.
Check how to do this.
Hi mate,
RE Problem 1 - I'm looking into it.
Re Problem 2 and 3 - IS NOT A PROBLEM, ALTHOUGH I CAN SEE HOW IT WOULD BE CONFUSING.
1. I'm going to make a video on this as i can see a lot of people asking this question
For now , i'll give you a text response as well.
As you stated
Go to GI - Let's just say
WAVE 1 - SINE - 1Khz - 1Vpp
Go to REF1 / MORE / COLOUR (Assign unique colour)
back to MORE / LABEL / DISPLAY = ON
back to LABEL / Label = REF 1
BACK / BACK to REF
SAVE TO REF
(THIS SAVES THE FILE TO THE SCREEN)
REF /MORE / EXPORT
File Type .ref
File Name RigolDS1
SAVE
(THIS EXPORTS THE FILE TO BE STORED ON THE C: DRIVE) for later use
Now repeat this process for 2 other waves
Assign a unique colour
Assign a Unique Label
Assign a Unique REF#
SAVE IT
EXPORT THEM and before Export GIVE THE FILES UNIQUE EXPORT NAMES
If you do that...
HERE IS HOW YOU GET THEM ALL ON SCREEN
You can clear the screen, it makes no difference
1. Select REF
2. Select CURRENT (Ref of choice) say Ref 1
3. MORE / IMPORT
THIS WILL BRING THE FILE BACK
Now go to
4. Select REF
5. Select CURRENT (Ref of choice) say Ref 2
6. MORE / IMPORT
THIS WILL BRING THE FILE 2 BACK
7. Select REF
8. Select CURRENT (Ref of choice) say Ref 1
9. MORE / IMPORT
THIS WILL BRING THE FILE 3 BACK
You will now have them all on screen
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Hi,
@BTO
I have some questions about using the MSO5000, which I ask you and other colleagues to repeat the test and help with the solution:
Dear @BTO, I can't bring the signals saved in (Ref1) and (Ref5) and (Ref10) to the screen. I can only run the most recent IMG brought from Drive (C), and if I press (CLEAR) the IMGs become inaccessible.
Check how to resolve this.
Any colleague can comment on my question.
Translation with Google Translate.
Hi mate, the files are accessible,
Follow the instructions in the last post, I've also made a video that i will shortly post after i edit it.
In short
SAVE TO REF : Only saves the file to the screen
EXPORT : Save the file to the C Drive
IMPORT : Brings it back from the C Drive to the Screen
You can select any one of the 10 Reference Slots and Select any of the sources CH 1 - CH 4 + L.A. and In L.A. you can select any of the channels
from D0 - D15 for digital comparison
Anyway, it all works, i think you just didn't use the IMPORT option
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Hi,
@BTO
I have some questions about using the MSO5000, which I ask you and other colleagues to repeat the test and help with the solution:
1. Measure SlewRate of a Square Wave Signal.
Connect the MSO5000 GI to CH-1, with Square Wave and f=1MHz, and Amplitude = 1Vpp.
See the IMG, notice that the SlewRate Measurement is in the unit of (Mv/s).
It turns out that the SlewRate unit is (V/us) and the MSO5000 displays (Mv/s).
Besides (v) is in lowercase and should be capitalized (V). The (Mv) means (Mega Volt) which is a very large number, and at the bottom it shows (s) which means (seconds) and should be (us).
I was unable to change the Unit of SlewRate in the MSO5000 menu.
Check how to resolve this.
THIS IS A VERY VALID POINT
k = Kilo = LowerCase "k" (According to S.I. Units) and it follows that
V = Volts = Uppercase "V"
s = Seconds = LowerCase "s"
m = milli = LowerCase "m"
M == Mega = UpperCase "M"
and even by comparison the Vpp and Vavg are measuring in uppercase V, YOU ARE CORRECT
there is no setting for this,
I have forwarded this onto a senior Engineer at Rigol who is currently taking all this very seriously, and IT WILL BE ADDRESSED, don't worry.
I just don't have a date as to when it will be,
I know they are going to look at it tomorrow, but this needs to be fixed in a new firmware update and given that now we have 125 issues to fix.
i don't know exactly when it'll be, but i'm happy to keep you updated.
so that's all the problems sorted.
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Hi,
Dear @BTO,
Thank you for commenting on my doubts.
I put my questions here, because luckily you have good contact with a Rigol Engineer, who can answer the technical FW and UI questions raised by MSO5000 consumers.
Yes, I agree with you that:
“Re Problem 2 and 3 - IS NOT A PROBLEM, ALTHOUGH I CAN SEE HOW IT WOULD BE CONFUSING.”
See that I put the entire procedure here, so you and other colleagues can reproduce the test.
I suggest that the Memories (Ref1 -> Ref10) are numbered in the UI as (Ref0 -> Ref9), This will maintain the logic of all files saved in Drive (C).
I saw that you were able to place (ALL) the IMGs saved in Drive (C) on the screen at the same time, and also in the (Ref) Table.
@BTO, but in practice this is not necessary.
For example, see that you can make a sequence of Waveform Measurements of many signals in one (Radio #1). And save in the Table (Ref) and in the Drive (C). To then compare with other Radios identical to (Radio #1), to adjust, for example, IF Coils, RF Filters, etc...
See that you have in Drive (C) the IMGs of interest to adjust everything you need, and you can transfer them to the table (Ref), to use (ONE AT A TIME), and not all at the same time. You only need (1 IMG at a time) to make the comparative adjustment.
And then you do one (Press -> Default) and delete the entire Table (Ref), and do other things of your interest.
On another day, you take a different model (Radio #2) and do the same procedure. And you don't have to worry about numbering, as the MSO5000 does automatic and sequential numbering, starting from (RigolDS0 -> RigolDS1). You just need to have external control of what was saved in each position of the (RigolDS x)... Or change the name of each one, in each operation.
But imagine that you have 200 or more IMGs saved in Drive (C) of many Radios and other Equipment, I think it is better to leave the automatic numbering of the MSO5000.
And one fine day, you have a model of (Radio #2) to adjust.
It's simple, you can load 10 IMG at a time, in Memories (Ref1 -> Ref10) and you are ready to adjust (EACH ONE) of the adjoints, step by step, and the screen has to have (1 IMG at a time), and not the ones (10 IMGs at the same time).
See that if you (Press -> CLEAR) you clear the screen of all IMGs, and what I want is to sequentially select the IMGs from (Ref1 -> Ref10), (ONE AT A TIME), and do a comparative test, and adjust your copy of (Radio #x) as it is in the IMG of Ref.
But the MSO5000 UI does not allow you to load just one IMG, for example (Ref3) on the screen. Check.
Another idea, imagine that you are in a small artisanal factory, where you have (10 Adjustment Stations), with different people or operators. And each (Adjustment Station) has an MSO5000 loaded with a single Reference IMG (Refx), each operator makes an adjustment, and see that productivity will increase a lot, as well as the quality of the adjustments.
@BTO, notice on your MSO5000 that the UI does not give you the option to load (1 IMG) saved in the (Ref) Table. You load (10 IMGs), and have (10 IMGs) at the same time, but you can't load just (1 IMG). Some (BUTTON) is missing from the UI. Check out.
In the hypothetical (Adjustment Station), it is impractical to have (10 IMGs) on the screen at the same time for the Operator to choose (One), and compare with a signal of interest on a board.
To be continued.
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Hi,
Dear @BTO,
To explain better, and you understand:
You stated that:
“Anyway, it all works, I think you just didn't use the IMPORT option”
Check my msg #62, in (item #4) that I used the (IMPORT) function to bring the IMGs saved in Drive (C) to a position in the Table (Refx).
The central issue is that you can IMPORT (10 IMGs) saved in Drive (C), and load them into Memory positions (Ref1 -> Ref10). But you can't use it (ONE AT A TIME). Check out:
(Press -> CLEAR) and try running just one IMG saved in the (Ref Table).
As for your message #65, you understood my question regarding SlewRate measurement, and forwarded it to the solution. It's great that you were able to open this solution channel with the Rigol Engineer.
I have other similar UI questions, in the Bode Plote and FFT functions. I will produce a coherent text, and post it here for you and other colleagues, to see if there is any viable solution.
Much obliged.
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Hi,
Dear @BTO,
Thank you for commenting on my doubts.
I put my questions here, because luckily you have good contact with a Rigol Engineer, who can answer the technical FW and UI questions raised by MSO5000 consumers.
Yes, I agree with you that:
“Re Problem 2 and 3 - IS NOT A PROBLEM, ALTHOUGH I CAN SEE HOW IT WOULD BE CONFUSING.”
See that I put the entire procedure here, so you and other colleagues can reproduce the test.
I suggest that the Memories (Ref1 -> Ref10) are numbered in the UI as (Ref0 -> Ref9), This will maintain the logic of all files saved in Drive (C).
I saw that you were able to place (ALL) the IMGs saved in Drive (C) on the screen at the same time, and also in the (Ref) Table.
@BTO, but in practice this is not necessary.
For example, see that you can make a sequence of Waveform Measurements of many signals in one (Radio #1). And save in the Table (Ref) and in the Drive (C). To then compare with other Radios identical to (Radio #1), to adjust, for example, IF Coils, RF Filters, etc...
See that you have in Drive (C) the IMGs of interest to adjust everything you need, and you can transfer them to the table (Ref), to use (ONE AT A TIME), and not all at the same time. You only need (1 IMG at a time) to make the comparative adjustment.
And then you do one (Press -> Default) and delete the entire Table (Ref), and do other things of your interest.
On another day, you take a different model (Radio #2) and do the same procedure. And you don't have to worry about numbering, as the MSO5000 does automatic and sequential numbering, starting from (RigolDS0 -> RigolDS1). You just need to have external control of what was saved in each position of the (RigolDS x)... Or change the name of each one, in each operation.
But imagine that you have 200 or more IMGs saved in Drive (C) of many Radios and other Equipment, I think it is better to leave the automatic numbering of the MSO5000.
And one fine day, you have a model of (Radio #2) to adjust.
It's simple, you can load 10 IMG at a time, in Memories (Ref1 -> Ref10) and you are ready to adjust (EACH ONE) of the adjoints, step by step, and the screen has to have (1 IMG at a time), and not the ones (10IMGs at the same time).
See that if you (Press -> CLEAR) you clear the screen of all IMGs, and what I want is to sequentially select the IMGs from (Ref1 -> Ref10), (ONE AT A TIME), and do a comparative test, and adjust your copy of (Radio #x) as it is in the IMG of Ref.
But the MSO5000 UI does not allow you to load just one IMG, for example (Ref3) on the screen. Check.
Another idea, imagine that you are in a small artisanal factory, where you have (10 Adjustment Stations), with different people or operators. And each (Adjustment Station) has an MSO5000 loaded with a single Reference IMG (Refx), each operator makes an adjustment, and see that productivity will increase a lot, as well as the quality of the adjustments.
@BTO, notice on your MSO5000 that the UI does not give you the option to load (1 IMG) saved in the (Ref) Table. You load (10 IMGs), and have (10 IMGs) at the same time, but you can't load just (1 IMG). Some (BUTTON) is missing from the UI. Check out.
In the hypothetical (Adjustment Station), it is impractical to have (10 IMGs) on the screen at the same time for the Operator to choose (One), and compare with a signal of interest on a board.
To be continued.
Thank you for commenting on my doubts.
I put my questions here, because luckily you have good contact with a Rigol Engineer, who can answer the technical FW and UI questions raised by MSO5000 consumers.
- No problem
See that I put the entire procedure here
- Yes i saw that, Thank you
@BTO, but in practice this is not necessary.
- of course not, i was just finding a solution for you
And then you do one (Press -> Default) and delete the entire Table (Ref), and do other things of your interest.
- The other thing you could do that would be better would be to create a .stp (Setup File), You customize your scope, then you create
the setup file and then just reload the setup when you're ready, Or.. You could hit Default then setup.
what I want is to sequentially select the IMGs from (Ref1 -> Ref10), (ONE AT A TIME), and do a comparative test
- YOU CAN.. i've got a video coming, don't worry
But the MSO5000 UI does not allow you to load just one IMG, for example (Ref3) on the screen. Check.
- YES IT DOES
@BTO, notice on your MSO5000 that the UI does not give you the option to load (1 IMG) saved in the (Ref) Table
- NO.. it does allow me to load only 1 image
You load (10 IMGs), and have (10 IMGs) at the same time, but you can't load just (1 IMG).
- NO, i chose to load that many images, But i can load 1 or 3 or 10 as i choose, Just use the IMPORT selection
Some (BUTTON) is missing from the UI. Check out.
- Which Button is Missing ?
In the hypothetical (Adjustment Station), it is impractical to have (10 IMGs) on the screen at the same time for the Operator to choose (One), and compare with a signal of interest on a board.
- I Agree, but in that scenario each operator CAN have ONLY 1 Reference waveform loaded.
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Hi,
Dear @BTO,
To explain better, and you understand:
You stated that:
“Anyway, it all works, I think you just didn't use the IMPORT option”
Check my msg #62, in (item #4) that I used the (IMPORT) function to bring the IMGs saved in Drive (C) to a position in the Table (Refx).
The central issue is that you can IMPORT (10 IMGs) saved in Drive (C), and load them into Memory positions (Ref1 -> Ref10). But you can't use it (ONE AT A TIME). Check out:
(Press -> CLEAR) and try running just one IMG saved in the (Ref Table).
As for your message #65, you understood my question regarding SlewRate measurement, and forwarded it to the solution. It's great that you were able to open this solution channel with the Rigol Engineer.
I have other similar UI questions, in the Bode Plote and FFT functions. I will produce a coherent text, and post it here for you and other colleagues, to see if there is any viable solution.
Much obliged.
Check my msg #62, in (item #4)
OK, i missed that, i stand corrected..
(Press -> CLEAR) and try running just one IMG saved in the (Ref Table).
i did, Look at the attachment
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Hi,
Dear @BTO,
1. TKS, you are making a video clarifying the subject.
“Quote
what I want is to sequentially select the IMGs from (Ref1 -> Ref10), (ONE AT A TIME), and do a comparative test
- YOU CAN.. i've got a video coming, don't worry”
2. You asked:
“Quote
Some (BUTTON) is missing from the UI. Check out.
- Which Button is Missing ?”
Response:
Carry the first IMG:
(Clear All Memories) -> (Press -> Default) ->
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Detalis) -> (Verify -> all Memories (REF1 -> REF10) are Clean) -> (Close REF Table -> x) -> (Back) ->
(Select -> Current -> Ref1) -> (More) ->
(Press -> Import) -> (Local Disk (C) -> (Select -> RigolDS0.ref) -> (Load)
-> (More) (Details) -> (Verify -> Only (REF1) is with IMG saved) -> (Close REF Table -> x) -> (CLEAR) -> (Menu off).
Carry others IMG:
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Select -> Current -> Ref2) -> (More) ->
(Press -> Import) -> (Local Disk (C) -> (Select -> RigolDS1.ref) -> (Load)
-> (More) (Details) -> (Verify -> (REF1 and REF2) are with IMGs saved) -> (Close REF Table -> x) -> (CLEAR) -> (Menu off).
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Select -> Current -> Ref3) -> (More) ->
(Press -> Import) -> (Local Disk (C) -> (Select -> RigolDS2.ref) -> (Load)
-> (More) (Details) -> (Verify -> (REF1 and REF2 and REF3) are with IMGs saved) -> (Close REF Table -> x) -> (CLEAR) -> (Menu off).
CARRY ONLY ONE Ref Table IMG:
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Details) -> (See the REF1 -> Table) ->
(It is MISSING Button) -> (Touch one REFx IMG -> May be: REF1, REF2 or REF3) -> (OK) -> (Carry on the Screen the Signal IMG)
@BTO this is as far as I managed to get. I'm waiting for your video on how to load just one IMG from the REF Table on the Screen.
Enter the sequence of buttons you have to press to load just ONE IMG from the REF Table.
TKS.
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Hi,
Dear @BTO,
1. TKS, você está fazendo um vídeo esclarecendo o assunto:
“Quote
what I want is to sequentially select the IMGs from (Ref1 -> Ref10), (ONE AT A TIME), and do a comparative test
- YOU CAN.. i've got a video coming, don't worry”
2. Você perguntou:
“Quote
Some (BUTTON) is missing from the UI. Check out.
- Which Button is Missing ?”
Response:
Carry the first IMG:
(Clear All Memories) -> (Press -> Default) ->
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Detalis) -> (Verify -> all Memories (REF1 -> REF10) are Clean) -> (Close REF Table -> x) -> (Back) ->
(Select -> Current -> Ref1) -> (More) ->
(Press -> Import) -> (Local Disk (C) -> (Select -> RigolDS0.ref) -> (Load)
-> (More) (Details) -> (Verify -> Only (REF1) is with IMG saved) -> (Close REF Table -> x) (CLEAR) -> (Menu off).
Carry others IMG:
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Select -> Current -> Ref2) -> (More) ->
(Press -> Import) -> (Local Disk (C) -> (Select -> RigolDS1.ref) -> (Load)
-> (More) (Details) -> (Verify -> (REF1 and REF2) are with IMGs saved) -> (Close REF Table -> x) (CLEAR) -> (Menu off).
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Select -> Current -> Ref3) -> (More) ->
(Press -> Import) -> (Local Disk (C) -> (Select -> RigolDS2.ref) -> (Load)
-> (More) (Details) -> (Verify -> (REF1 and REF2 and REF3) are with IMGs saved) -> (Close REF Table -> x) (CLEAR) -> (Menu off).
CARRY ONLY ONE Ref Table IMG:
(Press -> Ref) -> (More) -> (Details) -> (See the REF1 -> Table) ->
(It is MISSING Button) -> (Touch one REFx IMG -> May be: REF1, REF2 or REF3) -> (OK) -> (Carry on the Screen the Signal IMG)
@BTO this is as far as I managed to get. I'm waiting for your video on how to load just one IMG from the REF Table on the Screen.
Enter the sequence of buttons you have to press to load just ONE IMG from the REF Table.
TKS.
Regarding the Video.. it's rendering Now, should be around 30mins or so
Regarding the Missing buttons, OK, i'll pass that on to the Senior Engineer
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Hi,
Dear @BTO,
To explain better, and you understand:
You stated that:
“Anyway, it all works, I think you just didn't use the IMPORT option”
Check my msg #62, in (item #4) that I used the (IMPORT) function to bring the IMGs saved in Drive (C) to a position in the Table (Refx).
The central issue is that you can IMPORT (10 IMGs) saved in Drive (C), and load them into Memory positions (Ref1 -> Ref10). But you can't use it (ONE AT A TIME). Check out:
(Press -> CLEAR) and try running just one IMG saved in the (Ref Table).
As for your message #65, you understood my question regarding SlewRate measurement, and forwarded it to the solution. It's great that you were able to open this solution channel with the Rigol Engineer.
I have other similar UI questions, in the Bode Plote and FFT functions. I will produce a coherent text, and post it here for you and other colleagues, to see if there is any viable solution.
Much obliged.
HERE IS THE VIDEO
https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg (https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg)
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Dear @BTO,
I'm grateful for the video. I watched it in its entirety.
I realized that you understood my difficulty, of selecting from (Ref Table) just (ONE IMG), and loading it on the Screen.
And also sent the suggestion to the Rigol Engineer.
One thing we didn't tell the rest of the list is that you can change the signal period, and the Amplitude, and place the Original Signal in any position on the screen.
For example, the two squares at the bottom of the Screen. And when you save it in the (Ref Table) and in the Drive (C), the Vertical Position of the signal on the screen is also recorded, and you cannot change it, when you load the signal from the Drive (C), to the (Ref Table).
When you load the Signal on the Screen, from (Table Ref), you can change the Period (time) of the signal, but the Amplitude (Volt) remains fixed.
And when you, for example, input an external signal for analysis, on the CH-1, you can decrease the Amplitude (Vertical) and Adjust V-Position, and adjust the Period (Horizontal), so that it matches the Signal Period, and you make the necessary adjustments so that the Signal of interest has exactly the same Shape, Amplitude and Period as the Signal (Ref Table) loaded on the Screen.
TKS. 73.
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Dear @BTO,
I'm grateful for the video. I watched it in its entirety.
I realized that you understood my difficulty, of selecting from (Ref Table) just (ONE IMG), and loading it on the Screen.
And also sent the suggestion to the Rigol Engineer.
One thing we didn't tell the rest of the list is that you can change the signal period, and the Amplitude, and place the Original Signal in any position on the screen.
For example, the two squares at the bottom of the Screen. And when you save it in the (Ref Table) and in the Drive (C), the Vertical Position of the signal on the screen is also recorded, and you cannot change it, when you load the signal from the Drive (C), to the (Ref Table).
When you load the Signal on the Screen, from (Table Ref), you can change the Period (time) of the signal, but the Amplitude (Volt) remains fixed.
And when you, for example, input an external signal for analysis, on the CH-1, you can decrease the Amplitude (Vertical) and Adjust V-Position, and adjust the Period (Horizontal), so that it matches the Signal Period, and you make the necessary adjustments so that the Signal of interest has exactly the same Shape, Amplitude and Period as the Signal (Ref Table) loaded on the Screen.
TKS. 73.
I AGREE, i saw that as well , 2 things i picked up on
- You can't adjust vertical position of the reference signal
- When you enable cursors you can't set REF1 or whatever reference as the source
Now.. here are a few work arounds
Re the Vertical Position.
If you're going to have a REF 1 let's say and then have CH 1 as the source signal you are overlaying it with.
You can just adjust the CH 1 to be in the position of the REF 1 signal
Re Cursors, Same thing, You can set the cursors to have a SOURCE of CH 1, which TECHNICALLY means the cursors are MEASURING CH 1
and not the REF 1, HOWEVER... You can still derive the readings you need by doing it this way.
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I had the scope a few years ago and am no longer quite up to date:
Is it still the case that you have to renew the hack as soon as you load new firmware onto the scope?
If so, then nothing has changed in the last 5 years...
HI mate,
Not sure if you know yet, but now YOU CAN UPGRADE THE SCOPE AND HAVE ALL THE OPTIONS AND IT'S PERMANENT.
Go to the links in the first post to the Cloud and you'll find the files there and the PDF that explains it all, it's not hard
and many people have done it, You just need to know which model you have and that will determined which script you use to upgrade.
if you have 70MHz Model you use
rigol_kg2.py
if you have 100MHz Model you use
rigol_kg2_3_000.py
we've worked out a lot of the problems and it seems like it full steam ahead now
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I had the scope a few years ago and am no longer quite up to date:
Is it still the case that you have to renew the hack as soon as you load new firmware onto the scope?
If so, then nothing has changed in the last 5 years...
Hey Martin,
yes, you still have to use the patch after every update.
UDPATE : NO NOT ANYMORE
We now have a PERMANENT SOLUTION, we are not using the Dr Mefist0 Patch method, but instead
the DrMefist0 FULLY LICENSED Method, It totally works
Initially we had some problems with the 1 script where some people who had Models that WERE NOT
MSO5072
MSO5074
were having issues and the script wasn't completing.
WE'VE FIXED THAT. there are now 2 scripts 1 for the 70MHz and 1 for the 100MHz Models Including MSO5000BND Bundle options.
after you do this, You won't have to patch again... EVER !!!
Just upgrade as new official firmware files become available, Nothing to worry about.
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You need to keep up Martin72, things have changed.
That said, applying the original update following a firmware update is very straightforward; not at all a bind and keeps the MSO5000 fully featured.
Back on topic - Martin, thanks for the additional videos man, will work through them.
His question was not how easy it was.
With Rigol DS1000Z you applied the licenses and after that scope was unlocked and you didn't have to patch anything ever again, even if you loaded new firmware.
So his question was very on the topic, and he asked it because he wanted to keep up...
So answer to his question is : Yes, every time you load new firmware you need to patch up again, but process was made to be very easy, so it is not a problem. But you need to patch up every time, it is not one time job as it was on a Z machine..
Hi Mate, Just touching base
Have you upgraded to the FULLY LICENSED METHOD YET ?
if you're still on the patch method. Revist the URL in post 1 for the Cloud, there is a PDF that explains everything.
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Hello,
I was just wondering if there was a published 'hack'/upgrade for a Rigol MSO5072 with Firmware 01.03.02.02. I was just about to follow the guide for 01.03.00.03 and then realized - I should stop!
Many thanks
Hi mate Just touching base with you,
WE HAVE A NEW PERMANENT LICENSING METHOD FOR THE MSO5000's
Have you done this yet, or are you still on the patch ?
if you're still on patch, go to the link in Post 1 download the PDF and follow the instructions, it's easy, Lots of people have done it
and it's proven to be working
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Hello,
I was just wondering if there was a published 'hack'/upgrade for a Rigol MSO5072 with Firmware 01.03.02.02. I was just about to follow the guide for 01.03.00.03 and then realized - I should stop!
Many thanks
Hi mate
Just in case you were still wondering, We've had a few advancements
1. THE UPGRADE for the MSO5000 Now works beautifully
2. Not only MSO5000 but MSO5100 and MSO5200
3. Many people have upgraded with success
4. There was only a small number of people that got an Assertion Error.
BUT I RECENTLY FIXED THAT AS WELL.
NEW UPDATE : MSO8000 Is now also do-able and very possibly MSO7000.
Also, 2 new scripts have been created for MSO5000 to cater for various scenario's
it's full steam ahead now.
Go to this link (on the unlock method by DrMefisto)
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-dr-mefisto-licensing-method (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-dr-mefisto-licensing-method)
Go to page 1
Go the MEGA Download link
DOWNLOAD THE PDF and read it and go from there
it will tell you what you need to download
and everything you need will be at the same link that is on that page.
Also,Since this thread is just about the videos. Let's not do a discussion about unlocking here.
Instead go to the other link and discuss it over there.
I just wanted to put it here for the sake of awareness.
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JUST CHECKING IN WITH EVERYONE
How are the video's going ? Does anyone have any questions, How's everyone going with their newly licensed Scopes ?
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IF ANYONE IS STILL GETTING ASSERTION ERROR
ASSERTION ERROR IS SOLVED
WE HAVE A NEW SCRIPT
EDIT : This Post has been edited to include the latest script
- it's Faster
- Easier to use
- No need for you to know when to restart
1. The script has been Re-Written
2. There is a new Script
Same location
https://mega.nz/folder/A8cEgQRI#5FSoMrCurJi71T7VkRPgYQ (https://mega.nz/folder/A8cEgQRI#5FSoMrCurJi71T7VkRPgYQ)
it's called
Rigol_MSO_LicensingUtility_2.10b.pyGrab it
NOTE : It's Based on the 2.10b script by asp, I've made a few changes so it's easier to read and understand what's happening at each stage.
But all in all asp did the heavy lifting.
NOW READ THIS CAREFULLY
(SOME COMMANDS HAVE BEEN CHANGED)
1. it doesn't really matter what version your scope is on
2. Delete and discard of all other scripts that you have and use this one moving forward
(it will work for ANY MSO5000, MSO7000 and MSO8000)
3. Ensure your working directory has the script copied into it
and delete all Priv.pem files from it
4. Assume your I.P. Address is 10.1.1.666
RUN -h HELP and CREDITS and to familiarize yourself with the commands you will be using.
Rigol_MSO_LicensingUtility_2.10b.py -h 10.1.1.666
5. Assume your I.P. Address is 10.1.1.666
RUN -i INFORMATION
Rigol_MSO_LicensingUtility_2.10b.py -i 10.1.1.666
6. RUN -r REGENERATE PRIV.PEM
Rigol_MSO_LicensingUtility_2.10b.py -r 10.1.1.666
NOTE : RESTART WILL HAPPEN AUTOMATICALLY
NOTE : ACTIVATION AND LICENSING WILL HAPPEN AUTOMATICALLY
NOTE : RESTART WILL HAPPEN AUTOMATICALLY
NOTE : YOU WILL BE ADVISED WHEN YOUR SCOPE IS RESTARTED AND READY AGAIN
NEW FEATURE ADDED ... REBOOT (From Command Line) - No Need to press the button
Rigol_MSO_LicensingUtility_2.10b.py --reboot 10.1.1.666
ALSO, The Script runs much faster now, Approx 1min for activation (not 15mins)
Now your scope will be activated and No Assertion Errors
After this
- Upgrade your scope to the latest version 1.3.3.0 if not already on it
- Do a Self Test
- Do a Self Cal
ENJOY
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Hi. This is my MSO 5072. (firmware 00.01.03.00.01) Can I use the instructions from the first page of this thread? Will the DS5000Update.GEL file work?
Please, can you help me? Write a manual with backup and update options...
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Hi. This is my MSO 5072. (firmware 00.01.03.00.01) Can I use the instructions from the first page of this thread? Will the DS5000Update.GEL file work?
Please, can you help me? Write a manual with backup and update options...
Hi. This is my MSO 5072. (firmware 00.01.03.00.01)
OK, so it's a little old.... NO PROBLEM
Can I use the instructions from the first page of this thread?
YES YOU CAN
This specific thread was created (Not for Licensing and Hacking) but for scope understanding and it's features.
But i have however done you guys the courtesy of including and updating the hacking progress
Here is what you need to do
On the first page of this thread there is a link.
HERE IT IS
https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg (https://mega.nz/folder/OsJyFY5A#8uS0fmepgBdNrXqvnxmFfg)
This is the link to the videos and everything else
TO UPGRADE, YOU ONLY NEED THESE 3 FILES
MSO5000 DrMefistoLicensing Method.pdf THE INSTRUCTIONS
MSO_Rigol_LicensingUtility_2.10b.py THE PYTHON SCRIPT
UPGRADING TO 350MHZ (1.3.3.0) THE GEL FILE
Now, Just briefly the 1.3.2.2 file is still there JUST IN CASE anyone needs it, But you don't really need it anymore
YOU WANT TO DO THIS
- You are on 1.3.0.1 YOU WANT TO IMMEDIATELY (Before any hacking) Upgrade legitamtely to 1.3.3.0
so Use the GEL file, put it on USB, go into your scope, Select LOCAL UPGRADE and let it run and restart
- After that, it'd be a good idea if you did a SELF CAL
- Then Crack out the instructions and read them, Do your backups as instructed
- And finally you're gonna install python as instructed and then you're gonna License your scope and see FOREVER,
it'll be easy , don't worry
if you have any problem, don't hesitate to reach out and if it's still hard, and we need to do a 1 on 1 session, that's no problem.
The script has come a long way since it started, it's now really easy to do and you don't need to really worry about restarts or hanging
or starting on a certain version or if you are on a version that is too low or whatever.
the only thing is, that VNC Viewer isn't supported until version 1.3.2.2 so you should upgrade to 1.3.3.0 to get all the supported versions.
You see, when the script looks at your scope (at the time is tries to license it) it gives you ALL AVAILABLE options,
Now if your version is lower there are some stuff that won't be available because of that. so STEP 1 - Upgrade to the latest version
Do that, Tell me how you go with it
Now, i didn't really want to make this post about Activating, but i'll make an exception this one time so that others can briefly read it.
but all future stuff like this, I'm going to redirect to here
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/solutions-and-troubleshooting-hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/solutions-and-troubleshooting-hacking-the-rigol-mso5000-series-oscilloscopes/)
Which is also why i haven't given you detailed information here and i just put it in bullet point form.
but feel free to PM me if you like or email me
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I did everything according to the instructions in the files. Folder - UPGRADING TO 350MHz (1.3.3.0)
The step-by-step instructions are very detailed.
The update was successful! Thank you very much!
I'll drink to your health!!!
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I did everything according to the instructions in the files. Folder - UPGRADING TO 350MHz (1.3.3.0)
The step-by-step instructions are very detailed.
The update was successful! Thank you very much!
I'll drink to your health!!!
WELL DONE, Congratulations, Glad to hear it
Now
Do Self CAL
Do Self Test
then watch the videos and have fun with that
Enjoy your scope
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Yes, of course.
I will follow your advice.
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Hi to @BTO and other guys.
@BTO, do you have any news from RIGOL regarding the FW changes you sent?
Did they send you any Beta version of the new FW?
Tell us about your experience with the new FW?
thanks. 73.
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BUMP'
For all of the EEV forum who now have HotRodded MSO, do your self a favour and go this YOUTUBE site and watch this video.
Do each video as an exercise and you will get so much more satisfaction out of your new tool and learn so much in a short time..
The author Tom has not posted for aver 2 years and I fear he may not be well, or even still physically here, so make his legacy live on and his work not lost to a lack of storage.
Great work BTO.
As a side note, tomtektest on youtube did a 33 part overview of the MSO5000 and functions.
Definately have a look and give him a like on the videos.
Here's the playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FsNNReNJ1I&list=PL2u6aYAXZ0Z--44LbndFq-S7Sn--N9-Pe&pp=iAQB (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FsNNReNJ1I&list=PL2u6aYAXZ0Z--44LbndFq-S7Sn--N9-Pe&pp=iAQB)
His channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tomtektest8042 (https://www.youtube.com/@tomtektest8042)
(Don't know the guy, just saw the videos 3 years ago when they were released).
Again, thanks BTO.
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Just a thank-you to you BTO and all involved for rolling out the how-to and necessary files. Process was easy and painless. Got my new scope in Yesterday morning, unpacked it and an hour later, it was done. Much obliged, as someone involved in the sim-racing community, I know how much effort these type of activities can take.
Thanx again.
Beano
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Just a thank-you to you BTO and all involved for rolling out the how-to and necessary files. Process was easy and painless. Got my new scope in Yesterday morning, unpacked it and an hour later, it was done. Much obliged, as someone involved in the sim-racing community, I know how much effort these type of activities can take.
Thanx again.
Beano
You're Very Welcome , and remember on page 1 of this topic you have the deep dive video series that you can use to learn all about your scope.
ENJOY