Atec P7360 User Manual

Z-Active™Differential Probe Family

P7313 • P7380 • P7360

Z-Active™Probing Architecture Leads the Way for High-speed
Probing Applications

Tektronix has created a revolutionary
Z-Active probe architecture that sets
the industry benchmark for signal fidelity.
Tektronix active probe architecture pre­serves high bandwidth while providing
improved connectivity with low loading.
The Z-Active architecture is a hybrid
approach composed of a distributed
attenuator topology feeding an active
probe amplifier.
The Z-Active probes use a tiny passive
probe tip element that is separate from
the amplifier, extending the usable reach
of the probe. In traditional active probes,
adding this much length can introduce
signal fidelity problems. However, this
architecture maintains high DC input
resistance and presents a higher AC

impedance than previous probe architec­tures. It accomplishes this while providing
significant length between the probe body
and the probe attachment point to the
DUT. This architecture provides the best
of both worlds: high DC impedance like
existing active probes and the stable high
frequency loading of Z

probes.

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Signal Fidelity

You can be confident in the signal fidelity
of your measurements because the
Z-Active architecture provides:

High bandwidth

Excellent step response

Low loading

High CMRR

Features & Benefits

Signal Fidelity

– >12.5 GHz Bandwidth

(P7313 Only, Typical)

– >8.0 GHz Bandwidth

(P7380 Only, Typical)

– >6.0 GHz Bandwidth

(P7360 Only, Typical)

Low Probe Loading

– DC Input Resistance

– 100 kΩ Differential
– 50 kΩ Single-ended

– AC Loading

–Z

Versatility

– Make Differential or Single-

ended (Ground Referenced)

Measurements
– Solder Down Capability
– Handheld Probing with

Variable Spacing and

Compliance (>8 GHz)
– Fixtured Probing

Interchangeable Tip-Clip
Assemblies

– Connect to a Variety

of Devices
– Economical

TekConnect®Interface

>200 Ω Out to 10 GHz

min

*1

™

Applications

Examples Include, but Are Not
Limited to:

– PCI-Express I and II, Serial

ATA II, USB 2.0, DDRII,

Rambus, XAUI

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For details, please see application note 60W-18344-0,

“Making Single-ended Measurements with

Differential Probes.”

Z-Active™Differential Probe Family

P7313 • P7380 • P7360

Connectivity

This family of probes uses Tip-Clip

™

assemblies, an interchangeable probe
tip system that enables customers to
configure their probe with the optimal tip
for their application. These detachable
assemblies make it possible to replace
a tip for a fraction of the cost formerly
associated with such hardware changes.

The several lengths and variable spacing
of the assemblies provide flexibility for
adapting to vias and other test points
of differing sizes. With Tektronix Tip-Clip
assemblies, Monday’s solder-in probe
can become Tuesday’s handheld tool,
simply by switching tips. The Z-Active
probe design allows the probe to easily
switch between solder, handheld or

Value

The combination of the Z-Active architec­ture and the Tip-Clip assemblies provide
superior signal fidelity at a cost-effective
price. The inexpensive Tip-Clip assemblies
enable full performance solder connections
at a very low price per connection. Over
the life of a probe this can add up to
significant savings in the cost of operation.

fixtured applications.

Characteristics

P7360 P7380 P7313

Bandwidth (Typical) >6 GHz >8 GHz >12.5 GHz
Rise Time (10% to 90%) (Guaranteed) <70 ps <55 ps <40 ps
Rise Time (20% to 80%) (Typical) <50 ps <35 ps <25 ps
Attenuation 5X or 25X, user selectable
Differential Input Range ±0.625 V (5X)

±2.0 V (25X) P7380, P7313

±2.5 V (25X) P7360 only
Common Mode Input Range +4.0 V to –3.0 V
Offset Voltage Range +4.0 V to –3.0 V
DC Input Resistance 100 KΩ
AC Loading (Differential Z
Noise <30 nV/√Hz (5X)

CMRR >50 dB at 1 MHz >50 dB at 1 MHz >50 dB at 1 MHz

Non-destructive Input Range ±15 V
Interface TekConnect
Cable Length 1.5 m 1.2 m 1.2 m

) >290 Ω >290 Ω >200 Ω

min

<75 nV/√Hz (25X)

>35 dB at 1 GHz >35 dB at 1 GHz >35 dB at 1 GHz
>20 dB at 6 GHz >20 dB at 8 GHz >20 dB at 6 GHz

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>15 dB at 12.5 GHz

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Ordering Information

Z-Active™Differential Probe Family

P7313 • P7380 • P7360

P7313

>12.5 GHz Differential Probe for
TekConnect

®

Interface.

Includes: See Standard Accessories table.

P7380

>8.0 GHz Differential Probe for
TekConnect

®

Interface.

Includes: See Standard Accessories table.

P7360

>6.0 GHz Differential Probe for
TekConnect

®

Interface.

Includes: See Standard Accessories table.

Standard Accessories

Description P7360 P7380 P7313 Reorder Part Number

Pouch, Nylon Carrying Case 1 each 1 each 1 each 016-1952-xx Qty 1
with Inserts

Accessory Performance 1 each 1 each 1 each 001-1389-xx Qty 1
Summary and Reorder Sheet

User Manual – Printed. Includes 1 each 1 each 1 each 020-2640-xx Qty 1
Reply Card and CD

BNC (M)-to-Minigrabber Adapter 1 each 1 each 1 each 013-0342-xx Qty 1
Anti-static Wrist Strap 1 each 1 each 1 each 006-3415-xx Qty 1
Magnifying Glasses 1 each 1 each 1 each 378-0486-xx Qty 1
Calibration Data Report 1 each 1 each 1 each Opt. D1
Accessory Box and Contents 1 each 1 each P7360: 020-2690-xx

1 each P7380: 020-2557-xx

P7313: 020-2636-xx
Attachment Kit 1 each 1 each 1 each 016-1953-xx Qty 1
Color Band Kit 1 each 1 each 1 each 016-1948-xx Qty 1
Short Flex, Large Resistor — 3 each — 020-2601-xx Qty 10

1/8 W Tip-Clip Assembly
Short Flex, Small Resistor 2 each 3 each 3 each 020-2600-xx Qty 10

Tip-Clip Assembly
Medium Flex, Large Resistor 2 each 3 each — 020-2603-xx Qty 10

1/8 W Tip-Clip Assembly
Medium Flex, Small Resistor 2 each 3 each 3 each 020-2602-xx Qty 10

Tip-Clip Assembly
Long Flex, Large Resistor — 3 each — 020-2605-xx Qty 10

1/8 W Tip-Clip Assembly
Long Flex, Small Resistor 2 each 3 each 3 each 020-2604-xx Qty 10

Tip-Clip Assembly
Tip-Clip Ejector*1(Kit of 3) 1 each 1 each 1 each —
Adhesive Tip-Clip Tape

*1

3 each 3 each 3 each —

(Strip of 10)
HBW Straight Flex — — 3 each 020-2639-xx Qty 10

Tip-Clip Assembly 020-2657-xx Qty 5
HBW Right-Angle Flex — — 3 each 020-2638-xx Qty 10

Tip-Clip Assembly 020-2656-xx Qty 5
Wire Replacement Kit — — 1 each 020-2644-xx Qty 1

*1

Tip-Clip Ejectors and Tip-Clip Tape are shipped standard with the 020-xxxx-xx Tip-Clip Assembly Kits.

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Z-Active™Differential Probe Family

P7313 • P7380 • P7360

Balkan, Israel, South Africa and other ISE Countries [phone]

Recommended Accessories

Description P7360 P7380 P7313 Part Number

P7380HHA Hand- Yes (>6 GHz BW) Yes Yes (>8 GHz BW) P7380HHA
held Probe Adapter
(Includes Variable
Spacing Tip-Clip™Kit)

Variable Spacing Yes (>6 GHz BW) Yes Yes (>8 GHz BW) 020-2596-xx
Tip-Clip Kit (Kit of 3)

Optional Accessories

Description P7360 P7380 P7313 Part Number

Probe Positioner Yes Yes Yes PPM100
Probe Positioner Yes Yes Yes PPM203B
PPM203B, PPM100 Yes Yes Yes 013-0339-00

Adapter Fixture
Calibration Fixture Yes Yes Yes P7360: 067-0419-xx

P7380: 067-0419-xx
P7313: 067-1616-xx

CSA/TDS8200 Series Yes Yes Yes 80A03
TekConnect
Interface

Deskew Fixture Yes Yes Yes 067-1586-00
Real-Time Spectrum Yes Yes Yes RTPA2A

Analyzer TekConnect
Probe Adapter

®

Probe

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For other areas contact Tektronix, Inc. at: 1 [phone]

Updated 28 February 2006

Service Options

Opt. C3 – Calibration Service 3 years.

Opt. C5 – Calibration Service 5 years.

Opt. D3 – Calibration Data Report 3 years

(with Option C3).

Opt. D5 – Calibration Data Report 5 years
(with Option C5).

Opt. R3 – Repair Service 3 years.

Opt. R5 – Repair Service 5 years.

Language Options

Opt. L0 – English Manual.

Opt. L5 – Japanese Manual.

Opt. L7 – Simplified Chinese Manual.

Our most up-to-date product information is available at:

www.tektronix.com

Product(s) are manufactured in ISO registered facilities.
Product(s) complies with IEEE Standard 488.1-1987, RS-232-C, and with

Tektronix Standard Codes and Formats.

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