Siglent SDS & SDG Hack Script

[Zigortxu]

Hi,

Thanks very much, I connected by telnet but dont changed the port number to 5024, so I havent connect, after read your post changed the port and connected fine.  Thanks very much

[azaaxx]

Has anyone tested this method for SDG1025 ?
I`ve tried and it is not working for me.
I have tested it with old firmware (with possibility to activate BW license from scope UI) and with newest (BW License removed from UI)

[ton4eff]

No problems with SDG2042X to SDG2122X. Thank you!

[H.O]

On the SDS 2k+ there's the option to install license for ARINC (ARINC 429 I suppose).
I can't find it mentioned in any manual and it does not seem to be an option for sale for the 2k+ (I do see it for the 7k, 5k, and 3kHD).

I've tried generating keys for various keywords ('ARINC', 'ARIN', 'ARC', 'ARINC4', 'ARINC429') to no avail.

I don't need it, I'm just curious since it does not seem to be mentioned anywhere. Yet it's there and available as a selectable decoder and my trial counter is now at 29.

Has anyone been able to get it going?

EDIT: From another thread, on the same subject - apparerently the keyword is 'A429'.

[Mahagam]

I`ve tried 'ARNC' also, without success.

[james38]

Use this: A429

[aronake]

From what I have read in other threads this seems to work with SDS800X HD series.

But does it work with SDS1000X HD series? I can not find any information about this.

It seems it do not work for SDS2000X HD and SDS3000X HD.

[mcconkeyb]

From what I have read in other threads this seems to work with SDS800X HD series.

But does it work with SDS1000X HD series? I can not find any information about this.

It seems it do not work for SDS2000X HD and SDS3000X HD.

I am also looking for the answer to this question. It would be nice to hear from someone who has 1 of these latest HD models and has tried this "procedure". 

[hansibull]

I can confirm the script works on the 1000X HD series. Just follow the steps provided in the first post.

[jayk]

Thanks for the script... worked great on my SDG6022X (purchased within the last 6 months and running latest FW).  Sine wave amplitude is within a few % of setpoint all the way up to 500MHz.

One thing - despite the advice in the thread, I couldn't figure out how to send SCPI command in EasyWaveX (I just installed the latest version).  The software can see the instrument (over TCP/IP), but I don't see anyplace in the menus to read/write raw SCPI.  Also my Keysight Connection Expert software hasn't been happy since I switched to Windows 11, so couldn't get that to work either.  But I found this and it works great: https://github.com/lxi-tools/lxi-tools.  I only used it under Linux, but looks like it work on other OS's.

[redbull]

It does not work for the SDS3000X-HD. The BW codes are BW3T5 and BW3TA. Not 500M or 1000M.

[KEY_HAT]

Hi Martin 72. Thanks for posting an in depth review of the SDS804. It helped with my decision for buying my first oscilloscope and its arriving tomorrow. Unfortunately I cant find the script or video for the hack. Would you happen to have this? Much appreciated!! 

[HANG]

Please give me a tutorial, thanks

[Martin72]

Hi,
It's actually quite simple.
At least it's so simple that even I managed it.
It wasn't served to me on a plate, so a little work is required. After all, it gives you expensive options for free.
I think it's worth making a little effort for that.

Here are a few basic instructions, the rest you can then look up yourself.
Use the appropriate script for the respective product group (Scope, Generator).
- In this script, replace the placeholder for the serial number with the actual serial number.
- If a scope is the candidate, also add the scope ID
- The model is entered according to the device. Please note that only the model group is meant, e.g. if you have an SDG6022X, it is sufficient to enter SDG6000X as the model.
- Copy the modified script into a Python Online Compiler and start the compiler.
- The corresponding license keys will then be issued, which you should save.
- To verify that the keys fit, you can do a simple test.
- You establish a Telnet connection with the device and then use the MCBD? command to query its current bandwidth.
- If you then find this key in the previously generated keys, the other generated keys are also correct.
- At least the bandwidth can be increased via the currently active telnet connection, using MCBD plus the desired (bandwidth) key.
- Other options are entered directly on the device.

This description is not complete, but it should suffice as a pointer.

It seems it do not work for SDS2000X HD and SDS3000X HD

Correct.
The known scripts do not work on these models, nor on newer SDS5000X.
And no, I don't know how to do it differently.
I just know that it's not that easy, nothing more.

[KungFuJosh]

The scripts work on License Ver 1.0 only. The higher-end devices use License Ver 2.0.

[coromonadalix]

It does not work for the SDS3000X-HD. The BW codes are BW3T5 and BW3TA. Not 500M or 1000M.

add theses in the online script and try the given numbers / answers,  sometimes it's a matter of adding the right options  or their abbreviations / codes     leaves the 500 1000  etc ...

sure it is messy   but some machines have their quircks in the unlock code,  some needs an direct touchscreen insert not thru telnet or usb interface / visa installed drivers ....

and yes  you have the V1  and V2 licences

[ignilux]

Bandwidth upgrade worked on my SDS1000X HD, thanks!

Has anyone figured out any software options for these scopes? The power analyzer is called 'PA' in the Software Options menu, but that didn't work.

[watchmaker]

Worked great on my new SDG2042x which is now a SDG2122X.

[Azirithdorr]

Hey all,

Got my 804x 'upgraded' but I'm still a bit fuzzy on the optional codes:

When you say 'enter them directly on the device', is that through the 'Software options' menu on the actual screen of the scope, or through the SCPI interface on my PC?

If it's on the scope itself, do you just enter the provided code and the press 'install'? - That doesn't seem to work for me, but I do know that some codes aren't applicable.

Also, after the 'upgrade' should the PA code I have not be 'permanent' instead of 'Temporary' ?

Thank you very much

[Martin72]

Hi,

When you say 'enter them directly on the device', is that through the 'Software options' menu on the actual screen of the scope, or through the SCPI interface on my PC?

Bandwith via SCPI, rest via direct entry on the device and yes, this means you enter the keys in the software options menu.

[tautech]

Hi,

When you say 'enter them directly on the device', is that through the 'Software options' menu on the actual screen of the scope, or through the SCPI interface on my PC?

Bandwidth via SCPI, rest via direct entry on the device and yes, this means you enter the keys in the software options menu.

Well you can do direct/manual entry however with the correct SCPI command webserver entry of option licenses is a simple Copy/Paste.
This makes for much faster option license entry when several are required to be installed.

[famalex]

Another one SDG6022X generator got (easily) the opportunity to show its power to the fullest thanks to the script, which was kindly provided by the author of this topic. Now it bears the name of SDG6052X and pleases me with its capabilities. An excellent device even though it was developed more than 7 years ago.

[bte]

Does the script also work for SDG3000X series Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generators?

[coromonadalix]

i think it should

nothing to loose trying,  and you have the universal siglent keygen too to try ..

[TruongNguyen]

Hi, sorry to bother you.
I recently got a used Siglent SDS2104X (non-Plus), and I’ve been searching the forums for a way to unlock the options. However, this particular model doesn’t seem to be mentioned very often. Has anyone done this before? I’d really appreciate any help. Thanks!