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Envision X14 C-Phy/D-Phy for
CSI/DSI Analyzer/Generator
Quick Start Guide
Rev: A1
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Table of Contents
1 Scope of this Quick Start Guide 3
1.1 Introducing the Envision X14 3
1.2 Topics Covered in this Quick Start Guide 3
1.3 About the Envision X14 3
2 About the VPS GUI Application 4
3 Getting Started 6
3.1 What is in the Envision X14 Shipping Box? 6
3.2 Connectors and Controls 6
3.3 Getting the Envision X14 Up and Running 7
4 Managing the Envision X14 with VPS GUI from a PC 11
4.1 Install the External Envision X14 Video Protocol Suite
(VPS) GUI Application 11
4.2 Setting the Instrument Date and Time 18
4.3 Viewing the Instrument Information 20
5 Running a D-Phy Self-Test 21
5.1 Connecting for a D-Phy Self-Test 21
6 Connecting a D-Phy Source Device with the
Solder-Down Probes 23
6.1 Connecting a MIPI D-Phy Source Device Under Test
using the Envision X14 Solder-Down Probes 23
7 Connecting a D-Phy Source Device without the
Solder-Down Probes 25
7.1 Connecting a MIPI D-Phy Source Device Under Test
using the Envision X14 25
8 Analyzing MIPI D-Phy CSI-2 or DSI-2 Sources 26
9 Upgrading the VPS GUI Application and System Software 40
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1 Scope of this Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide provides basic setup and configuration of the
Envision X14 C-Phy/D-Phy CSI/DSI Analyzer/Generator with Probe
Assembly and the Video Protocol Suite (VPS) GUI application used to
manage it.
1.1 Introducing the Envision X14
The following features and functions are supported on the Envision X14.
1.2 Topics Covered in this Quick Start Guide
The following high level tasks are described in this Quick Start Guide:
Set up procedures.
Provisioning the IP address of the Envision X14.
Installing the Envision X14 VPS GUI on a PC.
Establishing an IP session between an Envision X14 and the
host PC running the VPS GUI.
Connecting the MIPI D-Phy CSI-2 or DSI-2 device under test to
the Envision X14 either through the solder-down probes or via
connectors.
This Quick Start Guide includes descriptive or procedural information for
any of the video test functions of the Envision X14 applications
themselves. Procedures for the functional applications are covered in
the Envision X14 User Guide. The User Guide is available from the
product page on the Teledyne Lecroy website: Teledyne LeCroy -
quantumdata Envision X14 Video Analyzer/Generator.
Note: Please be sure to check the Teledyne LeCroy website (Teledyne
LeCroy - quantumdata Envision X14 Video Analyzer/Generator) for
updates to this Quick Start Guide & User Guides.
1.3 About the Envision X14
The Envision X14 is a compact feature-rich test instrument for testing D-
PHY CSI-2, DSI-2 sources for analysis. (Support for C-Phy and the
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ability to generate CSI-2 traffic and DSI-2 traffic are features that will be
available in the future).
Envision X14 CSI/DSI Analyzer/Generator
Envision X14 Probe Amplifier and Solder-Down Probe(s)
2 About the VPS GUI Application
The Envision X14 can be operated either through the embedded GUI
running on the Envision X14 or through an external GUI hosted on a PC.
The GUI is the Video Protocol Suite (VPS). When using the embedded
VPS GUI you will need an external display connected to an HDMI port
on the rear of the unit. When using the external VPS GUI, the external
VPS application has to be installed on the PC and there is an Ethernet
connection either directly to the Envsion X14 or through a corporate
network. These operational scenarios are shown in the following images.
Alternatively you can use VNC from your PC to connect the embedded
VPS application (not depicted below).
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Embedded VPS GUI Running on External Display
External VPS GUI Running on Host PC
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3 Getting Started
This chapter explains what is involved in getting your Envision X14 up
and operating.
3.1 What is in the Envision X14 Shipping Box?
The Teledyne LeCroy Envision X14 is shipped with the following items:
• AC Power Line Cord
• CE Declaration of Conformity
• SMP cables (4) for D-Phy/C-Phy connections
• SMA cable (1) for Trigger In/Out
• Ethernet cable for connecting host PC running VPS GUI
• Mouse for control with an external display connected to the HDMI
port.
• This Quick Start Guide
3.2 Connectors and Controls
The table below describes the Envision X14 connectors and controls.
Envision X14 Front & Rear Panels
Information / Function
Envision X14 Front Panel
Envision X14 Rear Panel
Front panel features:
▪ A – Power button; press and
release (with LED color modes,
set).
▪ B – LCD display for status and
control.
▪ C – LCD display configuration
controller (not currently used).
▪ D – USB ports (2) used for
connecting a mouse and
keyboard.
▪ E – I2C port for CSI-2 CCI control.
▪ F – SMP connecors for C-Phy
and D-Phy connections to DUT.
▪ G – D-Phy clock.
▪ H – Auxiliary port for future use.
Rear panel features:
F
E
H
A
G
B
C
D
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Envision X14 Front & Rear Panels
Information / Function
▪ I – Audio RCA – Not used.
▪ J - RS-232 (2) – (Future).
▪ M - HDMI – Admin port for
connecting external monitor for
VPS GUI.
▪ N – SMA TRIG IN/OUT.
▪ O - RJ45 - E1 Network for
connecting host PC running VPS.
▪ P – Power (110-220VAC
50/60Hz).
3.2.1 Front Panel LCD
The Teledyne LeCroy Envision X14 front panel has a 4 line by 16
character LCD display. Currently the LCD displays only the IP address
and the release version. In the future the LCD will display operational
status, error conditions and will allow configuration the IP address.
3.3 Getting the Envision X14 Up and Running
Use the following procedure to get your Envision X14 up and running.
1. Remove the Envision X14 from the shipping box and lay it flat or
upright on your desktop or benchtop.
2. Connect the Envision X14 power cable (provided) to a suitable
outlet (110-240V 50/60Hz).
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3. Connect an external HDMI cable and monitor to the HDMI
connector on the Envision X14 rear panel at the location indicated
below.
The setup is depicted below.
To Ext
Display
Power
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4. Connect a mouse and keyboard (optional) to the USB ports on the
front (or rear) panel of the Envision X14 as shown below.
Note: Using a connected mouse, you can also utilize the virtual
keyboards that present themselves in the VPS GUI.
5. Power up the Envision X14 via the power button on the front of the
Envision X14.
Notes: Regarding Power Button and LED colors:
Power Button:
▪ Solid Red = Powered down/standby
▪ Solid Green = Booted without network connectivity
▪ Solid Blue = Booted with network connectivity
▪ Solid Yellow = The front button is being actively pressed in
▪ Flashing Yellow = Instrument is powering up
▪ Flashing Green = Instrument is nearly done powering up
(FPGA is ready, firmware still loading)
▪ Flashing Red = Error
The VPS GUI will appear on the external display as shown below.
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3.3.1 Changing the VPS GUI Display Resolution
You can change the resolution of the connected monitor that the VPS
GUI is being displayed using the Mint Linux utilities. Follow these steps:
1. Minimize the VPS GUI using the minimize button at the top right of
the window.
2. Once the VPS GUI is minimized, click on the Mint icon (green M)
on the lower left corner of the monitor to access the Mint Linux
Controls.
3. Select the Settings primary menu on the left and on the right select
Display Configuration secondary menu. The Display Configuration
menu appears.
4. Set the resolution using the Resolution pull-down menu. The
resolution should change and persist through a reboot.
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4 Managing the Envision X14 with VPS GUI
from a PC
The Envision X14 can be operated from the VPS GUI application
installed on a host Windows PC. The VPS GUI application will have to
be downloaded and installed on your Windows PC and you will need to
connect your PC to the Envision X14 over an Ethernet IP connection.
This chapter provides instruction for installing the VPS GUI, followed by
how to set the time and date.
4.1 Install the External Envision X14 Video Protocol
Suite (VPS) GUI Application
This procedure describes how to install the VPS GUI application on your
host PC.
1. On your PC, download the VPS Remote GUI Application from the
Teledyne Lecroy downloads page: Teledyne LeCroy - quantumdata
Envision X14 Video Analyzer/Generator.
2. Once the download is complete, click on the Video Protocol Suite
(VPS) GUI link and follow the installation prompts.
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3. After installation completes, run the new VPS application. It should
be available in the Start Menu under All Programs
→
VideoProtocolSuite, and from an icon on your PC desktop.
Note: Verify that the version number in the title bar matches the
version on the website.
4. Connect your PC to the Envision X14 using an Ethernet cable. The
connection is made to the Rj45 port on the rear panel of the
Envision X14 labeled E1 to Network as shown below.
The Ethernet IP connection from the host PC to the Envision X14
can be accomplished by connecting directly or through your
corporate network. If you are connected through the network you
can use DHCP and the Envision X14 will be assigned a suitable IP
address. If you are making a direction connection, you will have to
ensure that the Envision X14 has an IP address compatible with
your PC. Both scenarios are depicted in the following images.
VPS GUI Running on PC Host Connected Directly
E1 to Network
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VPS GUI Running on PC Host Connected thru Corporate LAN
5. Set the IP address of the Envision X14 Instrument Network Settings
of the embedded VPS GUI from the Tester screen by clicking the
three horizontal bar menu icon at the top right corner of the
Dashboard.
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6. Select System Settings and select Instrument Network Settings.
A dialog box appears enabling you to set DHCP or specify an IP
address. Ensure the Netmask and Gateway are properly configured.
Sample screen shots are shown below.
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Note: Be sure to use an IP address that is compatible with your
corporate LAN or your PC if you are connecting directly.
7. The instrument will automatically power cycle upon applying
changes to the Network Settings.
Note: If using DHCP for IP address assignment, check for the resulting
IP address at the bottom left of the embedded GUI after rebooting, as
shown below.
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8. To add your Envision X14 to the VPS Application, begin by clicking
Device Selection on the system menu as shown below.
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The Select instrument window appears, as shown below.
9. Click the ADD INSTRUMENT button in the top right corner.
10. You will be prompted to enter a name (any suitable name) and IP
address (obtained in Step 6) of the Envision X14 that you want to
connect to in the ADD INSTRUMENT dialog box and click on the
ADD DEVICE activation button.
11. You should be taken to the Instrument Dashboard of the VPS GUI.
(If not, select the CONNECT button at the bottom right of the
Select instrument screen). Select the Envision X14 that you want
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to connect to. Typically you will only have one Envision X14 in your
lab, the example below is not typical.
4.2 Setting the Instrument Date and Time
This procedure describes how to set a Envision X14’s date and time.
The procedure assumes that you have connected to an Envision X14
through the external VPS GUI application.
1. Within your profile main screen (e.g. Tester) System Settings
menu, select Set Instrument Date and Time.
The Set Instrument Date and Time window appears as shown below:
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2. Set the date (month: MM, day: DD, year: YYYY) and choose a
DATE FORMAT.
3. Set the time (hours: Hrs, minutes: Min) and choose a TIME
FORMAT.
4. Select the correct Time Zone.
5. Click APPLY (see below).
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4.3 Viewing the Instrument Information
This procedure describes how to view the Envision X14’s software
release information.
1. Within your profile main screen (e.g. Tester) About menu, select
Instrument Information.
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