User Manual
80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10
Electrical Sampling Remote Modules
071-2038-01
This document applies to firmware version 2.5X
and above.
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Warranty 2
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in mat erials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of shipment. If any such product proves defective duri ng this warranty period, Tektronix, at its
option, either will repair the defect ive product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in
exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and replacement products used by Tektronix for warranty work
may be new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced parts, modules and products become the
property of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration
of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be
responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service cente r designated by Tektronix, with
shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a
location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for
paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product;
b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incom patible equipment; c) to repair any
damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a product that has been
modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time
or difficulty of servicing the product.
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IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND
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OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS
ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary v...................................
Environmental Considerations vii...............................
Preface ix...................................................
Manual Structure ix................................................
Related Manuals x.................................................
Getting Started 1............................................
Product Description 2..............................................
Accessories and Options 4...........................................
Standard Accessories 4..........................................
Optional Accessories 4..........................................
Options 5.....................................................
Installation 6.....................................................
Electrostatic Discharge 8........................................
Static Controlled Workstation 9...................................
Compensation 9...............................................
Operating Basics 11..........................................
Usage 11.........................................................
Controls 12........................................................
Signal Connector 12.............................................
Channel Selection 13............................................
TekProbe Connector 13..........................................
TDR On Indicator 13............................................
System Interaction 13...............................................
Commands From the Main Instrument Front Panel 14......................
Programmer Interface Commands 15...................................
User Adjustments 15................................................
Cleaning 16.......................................................
Reference 17.................................................
Taking TDR Measurements 17........................................
TDR Measurements Background 28....................................
Finding the Velocity of Propagation and Locating Mismatches 31.........
TDR Measurement Units 31.......................................
Making Accurate TDR Measurements 33............................
Taking Differential and Common-Mode TDR Measurements 33.............
Connector and Adapter Care Requirements 41...........................
V isual Inspection 41.............................................
Cleaning Connectors 42..........................................
Assembly and Torquing 44........................................
Detecting Damaged Inputs 46.........................................
EOS (Electrical Overstress) Prevention 46...............................
Specifications 49.............................................
Glossary 55.................................................
Index 57....................................................
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List of Figures
Figure 1: Sampling main module and remote module,
80E10 shown 2..........................................
Figure 2: Sampling module block diagram 3.....................
Figure 3: Sampling module compartments 6.....................
Figure 4: Guide rails 7.......................................
Figure 5: Sampling module, 80E10 shown 12.....................
Figure 6: Vertical Setup dialog box 14...........................
Figure 7: TDR Setup dialog box 15..............................
Figure 8: Simplified schematic diagram of step
generator - positive polarity 18..............................
Figure 9: Step generator with a shorted output 19.................
Figure 10: Step generation with a 50 Ω load 19....................
Figure 11: Step generation with an open circuit 19.................
Figure 12: TDR displays for typical loads 21......................
Figure 13: Microstrip discontinuities 28..........................
Figure 14: TDR waveform of microstrip in Figure 13 29............
Figure 15: TDR step and reflection (short) 30.....................
Figure 16: TDR step and reflection (50 Ω line terminated
in 75 Ω)32...............................................
Figure 17: TDR step of undamaged sampling module 46............
Figure 18: First example of EOS error 48........................
Figure 19: Second example of EOS error showing
cumulative effect 48.......................................
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List of Tables
Table of Contents
Table 1: Sampling module features 3...........................
T able 2: Standard accessories 4...............................
T able 3: Optional accessories 4................................
T able 4: Torque wrench information 45.........................
Table 5: Electrical sampling modules -- Signal acquisition 49.......
T able 6: Electrical sampling module -- TDR system
(80E08 and 80E10) 52.....................................
T able 7: Electrical sampling modules -- Timebase system 53........
T able 8: Electrical sampling modules -- Mechanical 53.............
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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system.
Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and
cautions related to operating the system.
ToAvoidFireor
Personal Injury
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Ground the Product. This product is indirectly grounded through the grounding
conductor of the mainframe power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding
conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the
input or output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly
grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common terminal, that
exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Wear Eye Protection. Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity rays or
laser radiation exists.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
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Terms in this Manual
Symbols and Terms
on the Product
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
These terms may appear on the product:
H DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
H WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you
read the marking.
H CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
WARNING
High Voltage
Protective Ground
(Earth) Terminal
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Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of the
product.
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:
Equipment Recycling. Production of this equipment required the extraction and
use of natural resources. The equipment may contain substances that could be
harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the
product’s end of life. In order to avoid release of such substances into the
environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, we encourage you to
recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the
materials are reused or recycled appropriately.
The symbol shown to the left indicates that this product
complies with the European Union’s requirements
according to Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). For information about
recycling options, check the Support/Service section of the
Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com).
Restriction of Hazardous
Substances
This product has been classified as Monitoring and Control equipment, and is
outside the scope of the 2002/95/EC RoHS Directive. This product is known to
contain lead, cadmium, and hexavalent chromium.
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Preface
This is the user manual for the 80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10 remote
sampling modules. It covers the following information:
H Description of the capabilities of the sampling modules and how to install
them
H Explanation of how to operate the sampling modules: how to control
acquisition, processing, and input/output of information
H List of the specifications of the sampling modules
You may want to visit the Tektronix Website at http://www.tektronix.com for the
latest revision of the user documentation. Select the Manuals link, then enter the
part number or product name to locate the document.
A printed version of this manual is also orderable (see Optional Accessories on
page 4).
NOTE. Using the 80E07, 80E08, 80E09, or 80E10 modules in a main instrument
that is not using product software version 2.5 or greater may cause the applicationtofailtostart.
Manual Structure
To display the version installed, select About from the Help menu of the main
instrument.
This manual is composed of the following chapters:
H Getting Started shows you how to configure and install your sampling
module.
H Operating Basics describes controlling the sampling module using the front
panel and the instrument user interface.
H Reference provides additional TDR information.
H Specifications provide a list of guaranteed and typical specifications.
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Related Manuals
For information of the main instrument in which the sampling module is used,
refer to the documents and online help provided with your main instrument. The
programming commands for these modules are listed in the programmer guide
for the main instrument.
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The Tektronix 80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10 remote sampling modules are
high-performance sampling modules that can be installed in the following
instruments:
H DSA8200 Digital Serial Analyzer
H CSA8000, CSA800B, and CSA8200 Communications Signal Analyzers
H TDS8000, TDS8000B, and TDS8200 Digital Sampling Oscilloscopes
Proper operation of the electrical sampling modules requires that product
software version 2.5 or greater be installed on the main instrument.
NOTE. The main instrument may not boot properly if an 80E07, 80E08, 80E09,
or 80E10 module is installed into a main instrument that is using product
software version 2.4 or earlier.
To display the version installed, select About from the Help menu of the main
instrument.
CAUTION. To prevent electrostatic damage to the instrument and sampling
modules, follow the precautions described in this manual and the manuals
accompanying your instrument. (See Electrostatic Discharge on page 8. )
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Product Description
The electrical sampling modules are high-bandwidth sampling acquisition
modules or sampling TDR modules suitable for use in a variety of test and
measurement applications and systems.
Key features include:
H Two channels of mid-to-high bandwidth sampling acquisition.
H Remote channel modules are attached to the main unit through cables,
allowing placement of the sampler or sampler/TDR closer to the unit under
test.
H User-selectable bandwidth.
H Independent channel delay.
H Differential and common-mode TDR with independently controllable
polarity and step deskew on each channel (80E08 and 80E10 modules only).
H Fast TDR step speeds (80E08 and 80E10 modules only).
Channel indicator
SELECT channel button
TDR on indicator
light
(80E08, 80E10)
Hold-down screw
Cable to remote
module
Left channel
light
TekProbe connector
Right channel
SELECT channel button
Figure 1: Sampling main module and remote module, 80E10 shown
+
TDR
on indicator
(80E08, 80E10)
Channel indicator
light
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The sampling modules provide the features shown in Table 1.
Table 1: Sampling module features
Feature 80E07 80E08 80E09 80E10
Number of independent channels 2 2 2 2
Number of TDR channels N.A. 2 N.A. 2
Bandwidth
Selectable bandwidths 20 GHz, 30 GHz 20 GHz, 30 GHz 40 GHz, 30 GHz,
Vertical sensitivity, full scale 1 mV per div (min)
1
30 GHz 30 GHz 60 GHz 50 GHz
40 GHz, 30 GHz,
100 mV per div (max)
1 mV per div (min)
100 mV per div (max)
60 GHz
1 mV per div (min)
100 mV per div (max)
50 GHz
1 mV per div (min)
100 mV per div (max)
Signal connectors 2.92 mm (K) female 2.92 mm (K) female 1.85 mm (V) female 1.85 mm (V) female
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Refer to the specification section for complete details on risetime, bandwidth, and noise.
The 80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10 remote sampling modules have two
independent channels, each with its own acquisition circuitry.
The strobe drive signal from the instrument controls the timing of the strobe
assertion to each acquisition system. This guarantees sampling coincidence
between the two channels of a sampling module.
Sampler
Strobe
Generator
Sampler
50 Ω
Strobe drive
50 Ω
To main instrument
From main instrument
To main instrument
Figure 2: Sampling module block diagram
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Accessories and Options
This section lists the standard and optional accessories available for the sampling
modules, as well as the product options.
Standard Accessories
Optional Accessories
The accessories in Table 2 are shipped with the module. Visit the Tektronix web
site or a current Tektronix catalog for additions, changes, and details.
Table 2: Standard accessories
Item Part number
Certificate of Traceable Calibration for product at initial shipment Not Orderable
SMA male 50 Ω termination with beaded chain (2, one per channel) 011-0176-xx
Guide rail kit (2 guide rails, 4 flathead 4--40 screws) 650-4986-xx
2.4 mm/1.85 mm S male to 2.92 mm K female adapters (2)
(80E09 and 80E10 only)
Transit case with anti-static foam 024-0053-xx
Product documentation CD-ROM (includes cd, instructions, cable
markers)
011-0157-xx
(MaxTek part number)
020-2543-xx
The accessories in Table 3 are orderable for use with the sampling module at the
time this manual was originally published. Visit the Tektronix Web site or a
current Tektronix catalog for additions, changes, and details.
Table 3: Optional accessories
Item Part number
2X attenuator (SMA male-to-female) 015-1001-xx
5X attenuator (male-to-female) 015-1002-xx
Power divider 015-0565-xx
SMA accessory kit 020-1693-xx
3.5maleto3.5femaleSMA 015-0552-xx
Slip-on SMA connector 015-0553-xx
3.5 mm 50 Ω connector (SMA male-to-female) 015-0549-xx
BNC female 75 Ω to 50 Ω type N minimum loss attenuator 131-0112-xx
Terminator, ECL 015-0558-xx
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Table 3: Optional accessories (cont.)
Item Part number
Connector saver, 3.5 mm SMA 015-0549-xx
Options
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Manual (printed)
The following options can be ordered for the module:
H Option C3: Three years of calibration services
H Option C5: Five years of calibration services
H Option D3: Test Data for calibration services in Option C3
H Option D5: Test Data for calibration services in Option C5
H Option R3: Repair warranty extended to cover three years
H Option R5: Repair warranty extended to cover five years
071-2038-xx
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Installation
The sampling modules fit into the front panel of any of the main instruments
listed Getting Started on page 1.
To install a module, first turn off the instrument using the front-panel On/Standby switch. Then place the module in a compartment and slowly push it in with
firm pressure. Once seated, turn the hold-down screw to tighten the module into
place. See Figure 3.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the module or instrument, never install or
remove a module when the instrument is on or when input connectors are
unprotected.
NOTE. When removing your sampling module, first loosen the hold-down screw,
and then use the module ejector on the main instrument to eject the module.
Large modules
Small modules
Hold-down screw
Module ejectors
Figure 3: Sampling module compartments
At least one sampling module must be installed in an instrument to sample
signals.
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NOTE. Refer to the Quick Start User manual for your instrument about the
interaction between large and small module compartments.
Using the Guide Rails
UsingtheEndPlate
Mounting Holes
The guide rails allows you to create a stable environment for the remote
modules. One guide rail is provided for each remote module.
Attach the guide rail to a fixture (or desktop) using the two mounting screws
(provided). The holes in the fixture must have 4--40 threaded holes spaced
1.25 inches (31.8 mm) apart (measured from center of hole).
Once you’ve secured the guide rail to a surface, slide the remote module onto the
rail, engaging the tracks on the bottom of the remote module.
NOTE. The tracks on the remote module and guide rails must be properly mated
to ensure a firm attachment. One track on the module is larger than the other.
The larger track must engage the ball plungers on the guide rail. See the detail
in Figure 4.
The end plate mounting holes also allow you to create a stable environment for
the remote modules. There is one hole in each module end plate: one in the front
end plate and one in the rear end plate. You will need to provide the mounting
apparatus to use with these mounting holes.
The front and rear end plate spacing is 2.95 inches (75.0 mm) and the mounting
holes are located co-axially in line as shown in Figure 4. Each mounting hole is
threaded for a 4-40 machine screw to a depth of 0.38 inches (9.5 mm). The
bottom of the mounting holes are closed in order to prevent accidental damage to
the internal circuits of the remote module from the machine screws.
CAUTION. Do not use machine screws in the end plate mounting holes that can
protrude deeper than 0.38 inches (9.5 mm). Such screws may bottom out in the
closed mounting holes and damage the screw threads or break off.
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End plate mounting hole (one
on rear and one on front panel)
Electrostatic Discharge
Ball plunger to engage
the larger rail on the
bottom cover
Secure the guide rail to a
fixture (or solid surface)
Fixture or desktop
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Figure 4: Guide rail and mounting holes
To prevent electrostatic damage to your mainframe and sampling modules,
follow the precautions described in this manual.
Slide the remote module
onto the guide rail
Circuitry in the sampling module is very susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge or from overdrive signals. Be sure to only operate the sampling
module in a static-controlled environment. Be sure to discharge to ground any
electrostatic charge that may be present on the center and outer connectors of
cables before attaching the cable to the sampling module.
Know your signal source. If it is capable of delivering overvoltages, it is safer to
not depend on the signal source settings for protection, but instead use an
external attenuator that protects the input from the worst-case conditions. For
example, for a 20 V maximum source connected to a 3 V maximum sampling
module, use a 10X attenuator. Where possible, connect your cables to the signal
source first, and to the sampling module second.
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CAUTION. To prevent damage from electrostatic discharge, install 50 Ω
terminations on the sampling-module connectors before removing the sampling
modules from an instrument or when it is not in use. Store the sampling module
in a static-free container, such as the shipping container . Whenever you move the
sampling module from one instrument to another, use a static-free container to
transport the sampling module.
T o prevent damage to the sampling module, discharge to ground any electrostatic charge that may be present on the center and outer conductors of cables
before attaching the cable to the sampling module.
T o prevent damage to the sampling module, do not create an ESD antenna by
leaving cables attached to the sampling-module input with the other end of the
cable open.
T o prevent damage to the sampling module or instrument, never install or
remove a sampling module when the instrument is on.
Always use a wrist strap (provided with your instrument) when handling
sampling modules or making signal connections. Wear anti-static clothing and
work in a static-free workstation when using sampling modules.
Static Controlled
Workstation
Compensation
Use a Tektronix 80A02 EOS/ESD Protection Module if doing TDR work.
T o prevent damage to the sampling module or instrument, do not apply a voltage
greater than the Maximum Input Voltage (see page 49) for your sampling
module.
For information on creating a static-controlled workstation, consult the Electronic Industries Association document EIA-625; Requirements for Handling
Electrostatic-Discharge-Sensitive (ESDS) Devices.
You can use a Tektronix 80A02 EOS/ESD Protection Module to protect the
sampling module from damage due to static discharge from circuit boards and
cables. Use the 80A02 in applications where large static charges can be stored on
the device under test, such as when testing TDR circuit boards or cables.
Refer to the documentation supplied with the 80A02 module for proper
installation and use.
After installing a sampling module or after moving a sampling module from one
compartment to another, you should run Compensation from the Utilities menu
to ensure the instrument and modules meets their specifications.
For instructions on running a compensation, see Optimizing Measurement
Accuracy in your main instrument Quick Start User manual or the online help.
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Usage
This chapter makes you familiar with the operation of your sampling module. It
describes the controls and connectors, interaction of the sampling module with
your instrument, programming the sampling module, and user adjustments.
Figure 5 shows the sampling module and remote modules and identifies the
buttons, lights, and connectors.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to your sampling module or instrument, do not
apply a voltage greater than the Maximum Input Voltage (see page 49) for your
sampling module.
T o prevent electrostatic damage to the instrument and sampling modules, follow
the precautions described in this manual and the manuals accompanying your
instrument. (See Electrostatic Discharge starting on page 8.)
Always use a wrist strap (provided with your instrument) when handling
sampling modules or making signal connections.
The input circuitry in your sampling module is very susceptible to damage from
overdrive signals and electrostatic discharge. Never apply a DC or peak voltage
greater than the Maximum Input Voltage (see page 49) of your sampling module.
Only operate the instrument and sampling module in a static-controlled
environment.
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Controls
SELECT channel button
TDR on indicator
light
(80E08, 80E10)
Hold-down screw
Cable to remote
module
Each sampling module contains two identical remote modules. This section
describes module channel controls, connectors, and indicators.
Channel indicator
light
TekProbe connector
+
TDR
on indicator
(80E08, 80E10)
Left channel
Figure 5: Sampling module, 80E10 shown
Signal Connector
The input signal connectors for each channel let you connect signals that you
want to sample. To acquire a signal, connect the signal to the remote sampling
module through the Signal Connector input. Signal connectors used on your
sampling module are described in Table 1 on page 3.
Connector Care. Never attach a cable to a sampling-module connector if the cable
has a worn or damaged connector because you may damage the sampling-module connector. Use extra care when attaching or removing a cable from the
connectors. Turn only the nut, not the cable. When attaching a cable to a
sampling-module connector, align the connectors carefully before turning the
nut. Use light finger pressure to make this initial connection. Then tighten the
nut lightly with a wrench. For more information, see C onnector and Adapter
Care Requirements on page 41. For the specific torque settings, see Table 4 on
page 45.
Right channel
SELECT channel button
Channel indicator
light
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If the sampling-module connectors will receive heavy use, such as in a production environment, you should install adapters (such as a Tektronix part number
015-0549-xx for 3.5 mm connectors) on the sampling module to make connections to the device under test.
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Channel Selection
TekProbe Connector
TDR On Indicator
Each channel has two locations to control the channel. The module (installed
into the instrument) has a SELECT ON/OFF button and a channel light for each
channel. This same function and indicator light is available on each remote
module. The buttons and lights operates as follows:
H If the yellow channel light is on, the channel is acquiring a waveform.
H If you press the button and the channel is not currently being acquired (for
any channel or math waveform), then the instrument activates (turns on) the
channel.
H If you press the button and the channel is currently active as a channel
waveform, then the instrument selects the channel waveform.
H If the channel waveform is already selected when you press the channel
button, the instrument turns the channel off.
A TekProbe connector is provided at the module for accessories requiring
TekProbe SMA support at levels 1 and 2. The connector provides power and
control to attached accessories, by the main instrument.
On modules with TDR capability, a TDR ON light is included on the main
module and remote modules to indicate whether the step generator is sending out
a step through the signal connector. The main instrument turns this on or off.
System Interaction
Your sampling module is a part of a larger instrument system. Most of the
sampling-module functions, such as vertical and horizontal scale, are controlled
automatically by the main instrument. You do not directly control these
parameters; they are controlled for you as you perform tasks on the main
instrument.
You also control external channel attenuation from the main instrument. External
attenuation enables you to enter a number representing external attenuation you
have added to a channel.
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Commands From the Main Instrument Front Panel
Vertical Setup
The Vertical Setup dialog box accesses the sampling module controls. This
dialog box is shown in Figure 6.
You first select the channel in the Waveform section of the dialog box. Then you
select the Setup Scale, Position, Channel Offset, Deskew, Delay, Bandwidth,
Units, or External Attenuation boxes to change those settings.
Detailed information on this dialog box can be found in the online help accessed
from the main instrument.
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TDR Setup
Figure 6: Vertical Setup dialog box
The TDR Setup dialog box accesses the controls for a TDR capable sampling
module. This dialog box is shown in Figure 7.
The channels with TDR capability are active. Use the channel Preset to
automatically display the incident step. Once a TDR step is active (and the
channel selected), use TDR autoset to automatically find and display the first
reflected edge.
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Detailed information on this dialog box can be found in the online help accessed
from the main instrument.
Figure 7: TDR Setup dialog box
Programmer Interface Commands
The remote-programming commands for all modules are documented in the
online programmer guide.
User Adjustments
All sampling module setups, parameters, and adjustments are controlled by the
main instrument. To save, recall, or change any module settings, use the
instrument menus or front-panel controls or consult the online help accessed
from the main instrument.
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Cleaning
The module case keeps dust out and should not be opened. Cleaning the exterior
of the main module is usually confined to the front panel. If you need to clean
the case, remove the module from the main instrument but first read the entire
Installation procedure starting on page 6 for proper handling of the module.
WARNING. To prevent injury , power down the instrument and disconnect it from
line voltage before performing any cleaning.
Clean the exterior surfaces of the modules or cables with a dry lint-free cloth or
a soft-bristle brush. If any dirt remains, use a damp cloth or swab dipped in a
75% isopropyl alcohol solution. Use a swab to clean narrow spaces around
controls and connectors. Do not allow moisture inside the modules. Do not use
abrasive compounds on any part of the cases or cables that may damage them.
CAUTION. To prevent damage, avoid the use of chemical cleaning agents which
might damage the plastics used in this instrument. Use a 75% isopropyl alcohol
solution as a cleaner, and rinse with deionized water. Use only deionized water
when cleaning the menu buttons or front-panel buttons. Before using any other
type of cleaner, consult your Tektronix Service Center or representative.
Do not open the case of the module or the remote modules. There are no user
serviceable components and cleaning the interior is not required.
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This chapter contains the following sections:
H Taking TDR Measurements describes how to use the 80E08 and 80E10 to
perform time-domain-reflectometry (TDR) measurements.
H TDR Measurements Background contains information that describes the
cause of reflections, measurement range, the velocity of propagation and
measuring mismatches, measurement units, and considerations for making
accurate measurements.
H Taking Differential and Common-Mode TDR Measurements describes how to
use the TDR capable sampling module to perform differential and common-
mode TDR measurements.
H Connector and Adapter Care Requirements describes proper care and use of
the connectors and adapters, including protection against electrostatic
discharge (ESD), cleaning connectors, and the assembly and torquing of
connectors.
H Detecting Blown Inputs describes how to check for damage on a sampling
module.
H EOS (Electrical Overstress) Prevention describes the causes and prevention
Taking TDR Measurements
This section describes how to use the 80E08 and 80E10 sampling modules to
perform TDR measurements.
Why Use?
What’s Special?
Keys to Using
To take TDR measurements on transmission lines. Using TDR you can measure
the impedance along a transmission line and determine the distance to an
impedance change.
Vertical can be scaled in volts, rho, or ohms units.
Read the following topics; they provide details that can help you set up and take
effective TDR measurements.
TDR Step Generation. Both channels in the 80E08 or 80E10 TDR/sampling
module have a selectable polarity step generator which gives both channels
of EOS, and how to check for EOS damage.
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individual measurement capabilities. You can use the outputs of both generators
to perform differential and common-mode TDR measurements.
The step generator circuitry fundamentally consists of a polarity-selectable
current source and a diode switch. Initially, before the step, the diode switch is
biased to conduct current to the output. When the diode switch opens, the step
occurs. A DC current source assures that the baseline level stays close to zero
volts. Figure 8, a simplified diagram, shows the switch and the current source.
10 mA
Acquisition point to
main instrument
DUT
50 Ω
10 mA
Figure 8: Simplified schematic diagram of step generator - positive polarity
The following sections and figures 9--11 describe the operation with a short
circuit, an open circuit, and a 50 Ω load, with a positive step source.
Operation Into a Short. Initially, the diode switch is conducting --10 mA. Since
the step-generator output is initially shorted, the resistance to ground is 0 Ω.
When the diode switch opens (reverse-biased), apparent resistance to ground at
the acquisition point (and at the channel connector) is 25 Ω because the internal
termination resistance is 50 Ω in parallel with the connector impedance of 50 Ω.
The voltage at the acquisition point rises to +250 mV, the incident amplitude E
The transition propagates to the short in the Device Under Test (DUT) and is
negatively reflected back to the acquisition point, E
= --250 mV reflected,
r
causing the voltage at the acquisition point to drop back to 0 V. The time
displayed from the first transition to the second transition is the round trip
propagation time from the acquisition point to the short in the device under test
and back. See Figure 9.
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0V
E
i
E
r
Figure 9: Step generator with a shorted output
Operation Into a 50 Ω Load. Initially, the diode switch is conducting --10 mA.
Since the step-generator output is connected to a 50 Ω load, the resistance to
ground at the acquisition point is 25 Ω (because of the internal 50 Ω impedance).
+250 mV
0V
E
i
E
r
Figure 10: Step generation with a 50 Ω load
When the diode switch opens (reverse-biased), apparent resistance to ground at
the acquisition point (and at the channel connector) is 25 Ω because the internal
termination resistance is 50 Ω in parallel with the connector impedance of 50 Ω.
The voltage at the acquisition point rises to +250 mV.
The transition propagates to the 50 Ω load and no reflection occurs.
Operation Into an Open. Initially, the diode switch is conducting --10 mA. Since
the step-generator output is open, the resistance to ground at the acquisition point
is 50 Ω (because of the internal 50 Ω impedance).
+500 mV
E
r
+250 mV
E
i
0V
Figure 11: Step generation with an open circuit
When the diode switch opens (reverse-biased), apparent resistance to ground at
the acquisition point (and at the channel connector) is 25 Ω because the internal
termination resistance is 50 Ω in parallel with the connector impedance of 50 Ω.
The voltage at the acquisition point rises to +250 mV.
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The transition propagates to the open in the DUT and is positively reflected back
to the acquisition point, causing the voltage at the acquisition point to rise to
+500 mV. At the acquisition point, the time displayed from the first step to the
second step is the round trip propagation time from the acquisition point to the
open in the DUT and back. See Figure 11.
Baseline Correction. The baseline of a current-source based step generator
normally shifts its DC level with loading. The use of a DC current source to
cancel the step source current maintains the baseline level close to 0 V (see
Figure 8 on page 18).
Shape of Reflections. The shape of a reflection reveals the nature and magnitude
of the load impedance, mismatch, or fault, even when the load impedance is not
a short, 50 Ω, or open. Figure 12 shows typical TDR displays and the load that
generated the reflection.
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E
i
E
i
E
i
Open circuit termination, ZL= 1,Er=E
2Z
E
o
i
1
/
E
3
i
Line terminated in ZL=2Zo,Er=
Z
0
E
i
i
1
/
E
3
i
Line terminated in characteristic Zo,ZL= Zo, Er=0
Zo/2
1
—
/3E
i
E
i
Line terminated in ZL=Zo/2, Er= —1/3E
E
i
Short circuit termination, Z
—E
=0,Er=—E
L
i
i
i
Line terminated in a series R-L
E
i
Line terminated in a shunt R-C
E
i
Line terminated in a shunt R-L
E
i
Line terminated in a series R-C
Figure 12: TDR displays for typical loads
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To Take a TDR
Measurement
This example demonstrates the TDR feature of the 80E08 and 80E10 sampling
modules. TDR is a method of examining and measuring a network or transmission line by sending a step signal into the network and monitoring the reflections.
Overview To take a TDR measurement Control elements & resources
Prerequisites
1. Connect your wrist strap to the antistatic connector on
the front of your instrument. See Caution on page 9.
2. An 80E08 or 80E10 sampling module m ust be instal led
in the main instrument.
The Acquisition system should be set to Run, and the
vertical and horizontal controls should be set appropriately for the signal to be acquired.
Input 3. Connect the transmission line to the sampling m odule
using proper probing/connecting techniques for your
application (for example: connect an SMA cable of
<5 ns length).
Connect
wrist strap
See the main instrument online help for scaling
and acquisition setup
Remote
modules
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Preset TDR 4. Initialize the instrument (press DEFAULT SETUP).
5. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button and select the TDR
tab.
6. Press TDR Preset for the appropriate channel.
TDR Preset sets the Trigger Source to Internal Clock in
the Trigger menu, turns on the TDR Step in the TDR
Setups menu, turns on the channel and selects the
acquisition Units in the TDR Setups menu, and sets the
horizontal scale, position, and reference.
The sampling module turns on a red light on the remote
module, indicating that TDR is activated for that
channel. You can use TDR on each channel independently.
7. Press TDR Autoset Properties to display the Autoset
Properties dialog box to prepare the TDR autoset.
Reference
TDR tab
Enable
TDR
TDR
preset
Set
units
A TDR autoset automatically changes the instrument
settings such that the reflected edge is displayed on
screen.
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Overview Control elements & resourcesTo take a TDR measurement (cont.)
Set other TDR
parameters
8. Adjust the VERTICAL SCALE (500 mp/div in this
example) and HORIZONTAL SCALE (2 ns/div in this
example) to show a trace similar to that shown. Leave at
least one division of baseline trace to the left of the
first rise.
The first rise of this waveform is the incident TDR step
leaving the sampling module; the second rise is the
reflection of the step returning from the end of the cable.
For your device under test (DUT), you may need to
adjust the Horizontal SCALE, POSITION, and
Reference to display the reflections from your DUT near
the left of the graticule.
To locate reflections from your DUT, disconnect your
probe or cable at the DUT and look for the reflection
from the open end of the probe or cable.
Assuming the line to be tested is an open-end microstrip
on a circuit board and that you probe or cable is now
connected to the line, you will see the new open
reflection to the right according to the length of the line.
There may be a visible disturbance where the
connections is made to the board (for example see
Figure 13 on page 28). The area between the entry to
the board and the open reflection at the end of the board
is the target area for your TDR measurements. Adjust
Vertical SCALE, Vertical POSITION, Horizontal SCALE,
and Horizontal POSITION as necessary for a good
quality display of the measurement area.
Incident
TDR step
Reflection from
open end of cable
Changing TDR
graticule units
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9. The units of measure commonly used in TDR are units
of rho (ρ), measured on the vertical axis. You can
change the measurement units by using the ACQ Units
selector in the TDR Setups dialog box.
10. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button, and select the TDR
tab.
11. Select either V for Volts, p f or rho, or Ω for ohms.
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Enable
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Specifying horizontal timebase
un
12. Select the HORIZONTAL tab.
s
13. Select the Distance radio button. Use this control to
specify the type of units to use for the horizontal axis for
all timebases. You can select from seconds, bits, or
distance. The timebase scale and position controls
adopt the units you select.
14. If your application requires it, you can also set either of
the following controls (they interact, so set one or the
other):
Enter a Dielectric Const (eps) value to match that
of the device under test.
Enter a Prop Velocity value to match that of the
device under test.
15. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button.
16. Continue with the automatic measurement process on
the following page.
Distance
button
Type of
units
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Overview Control elements & resourcesTo take a TDR measurement (cont.)
Take automatic
measurements
17. Use the Vertical buttons to select the TDR waveform to be
measured.
18. Select one of the measurement tool bars.
19. Click the measurement you want (such as mean) in the
measurement tool bar.
20. Read the results in the measurements readout.
21. To take your measurement over a portion of the
waveform, select the region tab to display the gate
controls. Click the check box as indicated at the right to
turn gating on and to display the gates on screen.
Measurement tool bar selection
Measurement s
Access to virtual keyboard
Measurement
readout
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22. Use the G1 (Gate1) and G2 spin controls (or click and
type in values, use the keypad or multipurpose knobs, or
touch and drag the gate) to adjust the gates on screen
such that the area to measure is between the gates.
If necessary to provide a good view of this portion of the
waveform, adjust the Vertical SCALE and POSITION
and the Horizontal SCALE, POSITION, and Reference.
To see the difference scale and position can make in
your waveform display, compare the waveforms in
Figure 16 and also compare the waveforms in
Figures 13 and 14.
Vary to
position gates
Check to
display gates
Gate G1 Gate G2
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Take cursor
measurements
23. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button and select the
Cursor tab.
24. Select the Waveform cursor type.
25. From the pop-up list for each of Cursor 1 and Cursor 2,
select your TDR source.
26. Press the SELECT button to toggle selection between
the two cursors. The active cursor is the solid cursor.
27. Turn the Adjust knob to position each cursor on the
math waveform to measure the feature that interests
you.
Select
source from
pop-up list
SELECT
button
Click to access sources
Adjust knob
28. Read the results in the cursor readout.
In this figure, waveform cursors are used to measure Δv
and Δt of the waveform, which could be used to
compute its slope (dv/dt).
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TDR Measurements Background
TDR is based on a simple concept: Whenever energy transmitted through any
medium encounters a change in impedance, some of the energy is reflected back
toward the source. The amount of energy reflected is a function of the transmitted energy and the magnitude of the impedance change. The time lapse
between energy transmission and the reflection returning is a function of the
distance from the source to the impedance discontinuity, and the propagation
velocity.
An example of this concept is the echo you hear when sound encounters a wall
and bounces back. In electrical systems, a similar phenomenon occurs when
electrical energy traveling in a transmission line encounters a change in
impedance. Any change in the impedance of the transmission line, such as a
variation in the width of a circuit board trace, causes a reflection with an
amplitude that is related to the magnitude of the impedance change.
A Time Domain Reflectometer sends out a step signal on the cable, circuit board,
or integrated circuit under test. The reflection (or echo) received by the TDR is
measured to find events along the path of the step.
Reflections are caused both by events that are expected, such as width changes
and components, and by those that shouldn’t be there, such as bridges, shorts,
and opens. The strength of a TDR measurement is that it not only tells you there
is a fault, but it also tells you the magnitude and the distance to that fault.
TDR can note any change in the characteristic impedance of the device-undertest (DUT). Any change in the impedance is shown on the TDR display as an
upward bump or downward dip in the waveform, depending on the type of event
(see Figure 13 for example discontinuities in a microstrip).
Conductor
Volts or ρ
Connector
Capacitive
discontinuity
Incident step
Inductive
discontinuity
Round trip time
Open
circuit
Figure 13: Microstrip discontinuities
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Cause of Reflections
The reflections that a TDR displays and measures are caused by changes in the
impedance of the path of the step (circuit board, cable, or integrated circuit). Any
significant change in impedance will cause a reflection. As an example, if an
open solder connection exists on a circuit board, you can see that change with
TDR. TDR also displays changes in the conductor resistance. For example, if
there is corrosion in a joint and there is high resistance at that point, this is seen
by a TDR. TDR also displays changes in capacitance.
If you think of the TDR display in terms of bumps and dips, it tends to make
interpretation a lot easier. A bump (upward deflection) indicates a higher-impedance event, such as an open (see Figure 14) or a reduction in line width (see
Figure 13). A dip (downward deflection) indicates a lower-impedance event,
such as a short (see Figure 15) or an increase in conductor width (see Figure 13).
The time location of the high-impedance event or low-impedance event as well
as the delta times is displayed on screen.
Open
Inductive
discontinuity
Connector
Capacitive
discontinuity
Figure 14: TDR waveform of microstrip in Figure 13
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Short
Figure 15: TDR step and reflection (short )
TDR Measurement Range
What is the range of your TDR? is a common question asked by people looking
to purchase a TDR. This is a very important question that cannot be answered
simply. Another important consideration is how close together the TDR can
resolve features. This section discusses TDR range and the factors affecting it.
There are a number of factors that can affect the distance over which a TDR can
locate features. The most important parameters that are TDR-related are step
amplitude, step risetime, and step width.
Step amplitude is the amount of voltage produced by the TDR step. It is fixed for
the 80E08 and 80E10 at 250 mV. In general, the higher the amplitude, the farther
the TDR can see. Generally, this type of step is optimized for short range TDR.
Overall step width also affects range. It follows the setting of the Internal Clock
Rate (25 kHz - 200 kHz). Step width is measured in time, but can also be
thought of as distance when using a TDR. The longer the step width, the greater
the range of the TDR. At 200 kHz, the step “on” time is 2.5 us - enough to see in
air (one way transit) 375 meters (about 1,250 feet). To see events at greater
distances, set the Internal Clock of the TDR to a lower frequency.
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Finding the Velocity of
Propagation and Locating
Mismatches
The time between the incident edge and the reflected edge is valuable in
determining the length of the transmission line from the TDR to a mismatch, or
between two mismatches. The formula is:
v
T
䴍
D = v䴍×
where:
Velocity of Propagation (v
T
=
2
2
D = distance to the fault
v䴍= velocity of propagation
the time from the TDR to the mismatch and back again,
T =
as measured on the instrument
) is a measure of how fast a signal travels in that
ρ
transmission line.
NOTE. The factor of 2 in the denominator is present because TDR systems
display round-trip time (incident and reflected edges), whereas with distance it is
usually desirable to display one-way distance. It is important to note that the
distance scale does not inject this factor of two, and, therefore, the distance
displayed is round-trip. See the main instrument user documentaion and online
help for more information about distance scale operation.
TDR Measurement Units
All TDR impedance measurements are based on the ratio of transmitted voltage
to reflected voltage. As a result, measurements are not generally taken in
absolute units, such as volts. Instead, TDR measurements are made on a relative
scale, called reflection coefficient and abbreviated as ρ. The definition of ρ is the
reflected signal amplitude divided by the incident signal amplitude. For example,
if a 100-millivolt reflection results from a 1-volt incident step, the reflection is
called a 100 millirho reflection: ρ =E
reflected/Eincident
= 100 mρ = 100 mV/1 V.
Given a known impedance and a measured reflection coefficient, the unknown
impedance that caused the reflection can be calculated from the following
equation:
=
E
E
reflected
incident
=
–Z
Z
L
ZL+ Z
o
o
where Zois the known impedance, ρ is the measured reflection coefficient, and
Z
is the unknown impedance. An alternate form of the equation is:
L
1 +
ZL= Z
Ꮛ
O
1 −
Ꮠ
Figure 16 shows a typical waveform from a Tektronix TDS oscilloscope or CSA
analyzer equipped with an 80E08 or 80E10 TDR/sampling module. In this case,
the instrument is connected through a 50 Ω coaxial cable to a 75 Ω device under
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test. The incident step is about 2 divisions in amplitude, and the reflection from
the device under test is about 0.4 division high. These numbers equate to a
reflection coefficient of 0.2ρ (0. 4 divisions divided by 2 divisions). Inserting the
known 50 Ω level and the reflection coefficient into the above equation yields
the 75 Ω value:
1 +
ZL= Z
ZL= 50
Notice that the instrument automatically performs this calculation and displays
the impedance (Ω) or reflection coefficient (ρ) for each cursor and the difference
between the two cursors.
Ꮛ
O
Ꮛ
1 −
1 + 0.2
1–0.2
Ꮠ
Ꮠ
= 75 Ω
75 Ω line50 Ω line
Figure 16: TDR step and reflection (50 Ω line terminated in 75 Ω)
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Making Accurate TDR
Measurements
A number of issues must be considered to make accurate TDR measurements. In
general, it is relatively easy to make impedance measurements near the reference
impedance (usually 50 Ω). Higher accuracy or measurements farther from the
reference impedance requires more care. The following list covers a few key
considerations in making accurate and repeatable impedance measurements.
Resolution. Resolution determines the shortest impedance discontinuity that a
TDR instrument can measure. Because of round trip effects, Resolution =
1/2(System Reflected Rise Time). If a discontinuity, such as a variation in the
width of a trace, is small with respect to the system rise time, the reflection will
not accurately represent the impedance of the discontinuity. In extreme cases, the
discontinuity may effectively disappear. System rise time is the combined rise
time of the step generator (TDR), the instrument, and the interconnect between
the TDR and the circuit under test. In general, the most significant limitation in
impedance testing is the probe. Close attention to probe geometry and probing
techniques can greatly enhance resolution.
Reference Impedance. All TDR measurements are relative; they compare an
unknown impedance to a known impedance. The accuracy of the results depends
directly on the accuracy of the reference impedance. Any error in the reference
impedance translates to error in the measured impedance. It is also a good idea to
use a reference impedance close to the expected measured impedance because a
smaller difference between the reference and unknown impedance reduces
uncertainty in the measurement.
Cable Losses. Always use the shortest high-quality cable possible to connect to
the test fixture. The cable that connects the TDR unit to the circuit board not
only degrades the system rise time, but can cause other aberrations in the system
response that add to measurement error.
Taking Differential and Common-Mode TDR Measurements
This section describes how to use the 80E08 or 80E10 to take differential and
common-mode time-domain reflectometry (TDR) measurements.
Why Use?
What’s Special?
What’s Excluded?
To take TDR measurements on coupled transmission lines. Using common-mode
and differential TDR, you can characterize coupled transmission lines.
The Tektronix 80E08 or 80E10 sampling modules are true differential sampling
modules for more accurate differential TDR measurements.
This feature only works with an 80E08 or 80E10 sampling module.
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Keys to Using
Read the following topics; they provide details that can help set up to take
effective differential and common mode TDR measurements.
The 80E08 or 80E10 TDR/sampling modules are able to perform differential and
common-mode TDR measurements. As described earlier, the sampling module
has two input channels and two independent step generators.
The step-generator output for each channel is selectable for positive or negative
polarity and amplitude. This section will show you how to use the two channels
and step generators of the 80E08 or 80E10 to perform differential and commonmode TDR measurements.
To Take a Common-Mode
or Differential TDR
This example demonstrates the common-mode and differential TDR features of
the 80E08 or 80E10 sampling modules.
Measurement
To take a common mode or differential TDR
Overview
Prerequisites 1. Connect your wrist strap to the antistatic connector on
measurement
the front of your instrument.
Control elements & resources
Connect
wrist strap
2. An 80E08 or 80E10 sampling module m ust be instal led
in the main instrument. The acquisi tion system should
be set to Run.
Input 3. Connect transmission lines to the sampling module
using proper probing/connecting techniques for your
application (for example: two SMA cables, preferably of
matched length). Connect the device under test to the
transmission lines. (Connect the conductors of a
differential line to the center conductors. Connect the
shields together.)
See the main instrument online help for scaling
and acquisition setup
Remote
modules
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Overview Control elements & resources
measurement (cont.)
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Preset TDR
4. Initialize the instrument (press DEFAULT SETUP).
5. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button and select the TDR
tab.
6. Press TDR Preset for both channels (for the sampling
module connected to the cables) to turn them on.
Pressing Preset performs the following:
H Turns on the channel.
H Turnsonastep.
H Sets trigger source to Internal Clock.
H Sets acquisition to Averaging.
H Changes display style to Show Vectors.
The sampling module will turn on the red TDR indicator
lights, indicating that TDR is activate for the channels.
7. Select the polarity desired for both channels.
8. Set the units to p.
9. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button to dismiss the
dialog box.
TDR
preset
TDR tab
Set
polarity
Set
units
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To take a common mode or differential TDR
Overview Control elements & resources
measurement (cont.)
Set Other TDR
parameters
10. The Step Deskew is adjustable for both channels. Adjust
the step deskew to set the time at which the step
generator for the right channel asserts the TDR step
relative to the left channel and vice-versa. Notice that
the edges moves horizontally, relative to each other.
Adjust the step generator steps to divide the mismatch
between channels equally between the incident step and
the reflections.
11. After dividing the mismatch equally between channels
using Step Deskew, adjust Channel Delay to align the
front edge of the reflections. If needed, next adjust the
Channel Deskew. (For more information see Adjusting
TDR Step Deskew on page 39).
12. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button.
13. Adjust the VERTICAL (2.5 p in this example) and
HORIZONTAL SCALE (2 ns in this example) to show a
trace similar to that shown. Leave at least one division
of baseline trace to the left of the first rise.
The first rise of this trace is the incident TDR step
leaving the sampling module; the second rise is the
reflection of the step returning from the end of the cable.
Incident TDR steps
Front edge of reflections
Common mode
TDR
Take a
measurement
14. Notice that both channels assert a positive TDR step for
common-mode TDR.
15. When the TDR steps on the two channels are the same
polarity (both positive or negative), you can define a
math waveform that represents the average commonmode signal by pressing the VERTICAL MENU button,
selecting the Vert tab, selecting Waveform M 1, On, and
then selecting Define, C1, +, C2, Math Waveform On,
and OK.
16. Take your measurement. For more information see Take
automatic measurements on page 26, or Take cursor
measurements on page 27.
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Overview Control elements & resources
measurement (cont.)
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Enable
differential TDR
17. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button, and select the TDR
tab.
measurements
18. Click the TDR STEP Polarity box for one channel to
invert the polarity of one of the step generators.
Note: Although you have inverted a TDR step, the step
is only displayed inverted when the acquisition units are
Volts.
19. Press the SETUP DIALOGS button.
Differential TDR 20. One channel is asserting a positive step and the other
channel is asserting a negative TDR step. These
conditions set up differential TDR.
TDR tab
Step
polarity
21. When the TDR steps on the two channels are opposite
(one positive and one negative), you can define a math
waveform that represents the difference signal by
pressing the VERTICAL MENU button, selecting the
Vert tab, selecting Waveform M1, On, and then
selecting Define, C1, +, C2, Math Waveform On, and
OK. Set the scale to ρ. (If using volts, subtract the
waveforms.)
Take a
measurement
22. Take your measurement. For more information see Take
automatic measurements on page 26, or Take cursor
measurements on page 27.
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To take a common mode or differential TDR
Overview Control elements & resources
measurements
measurement (cont.)
TDT
23. You can make forward and reverse Time Domain
Transmission (TDT) measurements using the 80E08 or
80E10. To perform a TDT measurement: connect one
sampling module channel to the input of the device
under test and the other sampling module channel to the
output of the device under test.
24. Then alternately enable the step generators on one
channel while sampling the transmitted signal on the
other channel to perform forward and reverse TDT
measurements. You measure the step transmitted
through the device, rather than reflections from the
device (as in TDR).
Note: If the second channel is not connected to the same
device as the first channel, crosstalk is displayed, as
opposed to the step transmitted through the device.
Remote
modules
Device under
test
Take a
measurement
25. Take your measurement. For more information see Take
automatic measurements on page 26, or Take cursor
measurements on page 27.
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Adjusting TDR Step
Deskew
When making differential or common-mode TDR measurements, the two steps
must arrive at the same time at the reference plane (usually the connection point
to the device under test). To adjust the TDR step deskew perform the following
steps:
Overview Adjusting TDR step deskew Control elements & resources
Prerequisites 1. Either disconnect the transmission cabl es from the
device under test (DUT) at the point where the cables
connect to the device, or short both lines to ground at
the DUT.
Remote
modules
2. Set channel deskew and channel delay to zero.
Adjust TDR step
deskew
3. Then, from the TDR setup window, adjust the TDR Step
Deskew so that the propagation delay (T0) between the
incident edges is equal to the propagation delay
between the reflected edges, as shown in the figure.
Device under
test
Both channels have adjustable TDR Step Deskew. First,
select one channel and adjust the step deskew. Next, if
needed, select the second channel and adjust i ts step
deskew to obtain the correct propagation delay.
If using a math function, do not adjust the step more,
instead adjust channel deskew and channel delay as
shown in the following step.
Step arrival at DUT
+T0
-- T 0
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Overview Control elements & resourcesAdjusting TDR step deskew (cont.)
Adjust channel
deskew
For some measurements, math summing, and comparisons,
you may want to visually line up the reflection edges of both
TDR steps, even though you have delayed the step assertion
time for one channel in the preceding step.
4. To do this, first deskew the TDR steps as shown in
step 3, then, from the Vertical setup window, deskew the
channels.
The 80E08 and 80E10 modules have channel delay
capabilities. When deskewing channels, set the Channel
Deskew to zero, then use the Channel Delay control to
align the reflected edges. If needed, then use the
Channel Deskew control.
NOTE. For further information about deskew and an alternate TDR deskew
method, refer to the Quick Start User Manual for the main instrument.
0V
0V
Align using
channel deskew
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Connector and Adapter Care Requirements
This section describes proper care and use of the connector and adapter for
electrical modules, including protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD),
cleaning connectors, and the assembly and torquing of connectors.
Reference
Electrostatic Discharge
Protection against ESD is essential while connecting, inspecting, or cleaning
connectors attached to a static-sensitive circuit. Static discharges too small to be
felt can cause permanent damage, and devices under test can carry an electrostatic charge. To prevent damage to devices and components, use the procedures that
follow.
Overview To protect against ESD Control elements & resources
ESD prevention 1. Always use a grounded antistatic mat in front of your
test equipment.
2. Always wear a heel strap when working in an area with
a conductive floor, even if you are uncertain about its
conductivity.
3. Always wear a grounded wrist strap havinga1MΩ
resistor in series when handling components and
devices or when making connections to the test set.
ESD procedures 1. Connect your wrist strap to the antistatic connector on
the front of your instrument. Refer to the illustration at
right.
Connect
wrist strap
2. When cleaning, ground the hose nozzle to prevent ESD.
3. Set the pressure correctly. See Cleaning Connectors on
page 42.
Visual Inspection
Visual inspection, and, if necessary, cleaning should be done every time a
connection is made. Making a connection with a damaged or dirty connector can
damage connectors beyond repair. In some cases, magnification is necessary to
see damage to a connector. However, defects visible only under magnification
are not the only thing to look for. Use the following guidelines when checking
connectors:
H Examine connectors first for obvious damage and defects such as worn
plating on the interface; broken, bent, or misaligned center conductors; and
deformed threads.
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H Reduce connector wear by keeping connectors clean and by connecting them
properly.
H Replace calibration devices with worn connectors, and use an adapter on the
input connector, when applicable, to minimize wear.
H Inspect connector mating-plane surfaces for dents, scratches, and for dirt and
particles. Check for damage due to uneven or excessive misalignment or
wear.
H Carefully inspect the contact fingers in the female center conductor when
using slotted connectors. Damage, which is not always easy to see, can result
in poor electrical contact. When mating precision to nonprecision devices,
this is especially important.
Cleaning Connectors
Clean connectors are essential for ensuring the integrity of RF and coaxial
connections. This section covers precautions, cleaning connector threads,
cleaning the mating plane surfaces, and inspecting the connector.
Overview To follow proper cleaning procedures Control elements & resources
Cleaning
precautions
1. Ground the hose nozzle to prevent ESD. See
Electrostatic Discharge on page 41.
2. Air or nitrogen source should have an effective oil-vapor
filter and liquid condensation trap just before the outlet
hose.
3. Always use protective eyewear when using compressed
air or nitrogen.
4. Set the pressure to less than 414 kPa (60 psi) to control
the velocity of the air stream. Compressed air can cause
ESD when directed into a connector.
5. Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and
flame. Store properly, and in case of fire, use alcohol
foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide, since water may
not work.
6. Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and
avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
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wrist strap
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7. In case of a spill, soak up with sand or earth, and flush
spill area.
8. Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with the
applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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Reference
Cleaning the
connector
threads
Cleaning the
mating plane
surfaces
Inspecting the
connector
1. Use compressed air or nitrogen to loosen particles on
the connector mating plane surfaces. See the preceding
Precautions.
2. To remove dirt or stubborn contaminants on a connector
that cannot be cleaned with compressed air or nitrogen,
apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a lint-free
cleaning swap. A standard foam-tipped swap is
recommended.
3. Clean the connector threads.
4. After the alcohol evaporates, blow the threads dry using
low-pressure compressed air or nitrogen. Make sure the
threads are completely dry before using.
1. Using a small amount of isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free
cleaning swap, clean the mating surfaces of the center
and outer conductors.
2. After the alcohol evaporates, blow the mating surfaces
dry using low-pressure compressed air or nitrogen.
Make sure the connector is completely dry before using.
1. Inspect the connectors to make sure they are clean and
undamaged. Refer to Visual Inspection on page 41.
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Assembly and Torquing
To properly perform assembly and torquing of
Overview
Prerequisites
and precautions
connectors
1. Ground yourself and all devices. Wear a grounded wrist
strap and work on a grounded, conductive table mat.
Also see Electrostatic Discharge on page 41.
2. Inspect connectors. See Visual Inspection on page 41.
3. If necessary, clean the connectors. See Cleaning
Connectors on page 42.
4. Use a connector gage to verify that all center conductors
are within the observed pin depth values.
5. For multiple connections, always put the fixed wrench
on the inside (stationary) half of a connection and apply
torque to the outside movable half.
6. Always torque a single connection, never multiple
connections.
The most common cause of measurement errors are bad connections. The
procedures in this section describe how to make good connections.
Control elements & resources
Connect
wrist strap
Torquing an
inline connector
to a stationary
connector
Torquing multi-
ple inline
connectors
1. Carefully align connectors. Male connector pin must slip
concentrically into the contact finger of the female
connector.
2. Push the connectors straight together and tighten the
connector nut finger tight. Do not turn the device body.
There is usually a slight resistance as the center
conductors mate. Uniform, light contact is sufficient for
the preliminary connection; do not overtighten.
3. Ensure that the connectors are properly supported. As
needed, relieve any side pressure on the connection
from long or heavy devices or cables.
1. If starting from a fully disassembled state, order the
connections so that they are assembled from the outside
moveable portions toward the inward (stationary)
portions. Disassemble from the inside outward.
2. If starting from a partially disassembled state, such as
with a protective coupler, leave subassemblies i ntact.
3. Maximize protection and minimize disturbance for the
connection that is intended to be preserved by the
protective coupler.
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Overview Control elements & resources
connectors (cont.)
Reference
Joining two
stationary
connectors with
a semi-rigid
coaxial cable
Final
connection
1. Position the cable and order the connections to
minimize the side and end loading on the last
connection.
2. If available, use a protective connector to prevent or
reduce damage to a connector.
1. Use a torque wrench to make the final connection. See
Table 4 on page 45 for torque wrench information.
2. Rotate only the connector nut that you are tightening. If
necessary, use an open-end wrench to keep the body of
the device from turning.
3. Position both wrenches within 90 degrees of each other
before applying force. Refer to the illustration at right.
4. Hold the torque wrench lightly at the end of the handle.
5. Apply downward force perpendicular to wrench handle;
this applies torque to connection through the wrench.
6. Tighten the connection just to the point that the wrench
breaks over. Do not overtighten the connection.
Connector
Keep
wrench
stationary
Torgue wrench
90 _
Press until
handle yields
Table 4: Torque wrench Information
Connector type
SMA 56 N-cm (5 in-lb)
1.85 mm
2.4 mm
2.92 mm
3.5 mm
Torque setting
90 N-cm (8 in-lb)
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5.6 N-cm (0.5 in-lb)
9.0 N-cm (0.8 in-lb)
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Detecting Damaged Inputs
Checking For Damage
Because of their technology, high-bandwidth sampling modules are vulnerable to
damage through static discharge and overvoltages (EOS) to their inputs. Damage
can occur instantaneously. Under most conditions when EOS damage occurs, the
trace will be flat. It typically involves short-period, high-current discharge. The
damages can be blown diodes as indicated by a large offset or no response to
input.
To check for damage, use one of the following procedures:
H If checking a TDR capable sampling module, attach a 50 Ω termination to
the channel input and perform a TDR measurement of the attached fitting.
Adjust the HORIZONTAL SCALE to 500 ns per division. This should
display the entire TDR step from edge to edge. Display the step top at 40 mρ
per division and check for flatness. If the top is bowed, sagged, hooked, or
tilted, assume static has damaged the module and service is required. See
Figure 17.
H If checking a non-TDR sampling module, use a similar procedure as just
described, but use an external step source.
Figure 17: TDR step of undamaged sampling module
EOS (Electrical Overstress) Prevention
EOS occurs when an electronic device is subjected to an input voltage higher
than its designed maximum tolerable level. Similar to ESD (Electrical Static
Damage), EOS usually is also related to static charges generated by moving
elements. However, unlike ESD that typically deals with thousands of volts,
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EOS can occur at a low voltage level. For Tektronix 80E00-series modules, EOS
damage could occur at levels as low as 10 V. EOS can have a cumulative effect;
repetitive EOS causes incremental damage over time and results in sampling
function deterioration.
Prevention
Checking For Damage
Standard ESD precautions are not very effective for EOS damage prevention.
This is particularly true when the DUT (Device Under Test) is isolated from any
reference voltage levels, including the ground level. To prevent EOS damage of
80E00-series modules, strictly follow these EOS-prevention requirements:
H Observe all ESD prevention procedures.
H Before letting the probe tip touch the device under test, use a
ground-conducting element to discharge any residual charge at the test point.
H While measuring the DUT, make sure that no nearby personnel or objects are
moving, since this can induce spurious charges on the probe head. Such
charges can easily reach levels of several hundred volts.
H For non-critical applications, proper usage of a static-isolation unit, such as
the Tektronix 80A02 EOS/ESD Protection Module, can safely discharge the
residual charges and protect the modules from EOS damages.
If the waveform top is bowed, sagged, hooked, or tilted, assume static has
damaged the module and service is required. Figure 18 on page 48 shows a
typical waveform signature indicating EOS damage.
Since EOS can be cumulative, EOS damage can accumulate until there is even
greater damage as shown in Figure 19 on page 48. In this example, the percentage of overshoot is increased.
To check for damage, use one of the following procedures:
If checking an 80E08 or 80E10 sampling module and your instrument has TDR
capability, attach a 50 Ω termination to the channel input and perform a TDR
measurement of the attached fitting:
1. Select the TDR channel to turn it on.
2. Press the TDR preset.
3. Adjust the HORIZONTAL SCALE to 2 µs per division. The vertical setting
should be 200 mρ as shown in the illustrations. This should display the
entire TDR step from edge to edge. Display the step top at 40 mρ per
division and check for flatness. The top of the waveform should be flat.
If checking a non-TDR sampling module, use a similar procedure as just
described, but use an external step source.
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1.995 p
200 mp
/div
trig’d
EOS signature
T
T
--2.005 p
261.7 ns
2 s/div
Figure 18: First example of EOS error
1.995 p
EOS signature
200 mp
/div
trig’d
T
--2.005 p
261.7 ns
2 s/div 20.26 s/div
20.26 s/div
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Figure 19: Second example of EOS error showing cumulative effect
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Specifications
This section contains specifications for the 80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10
remote sampling modules. All specifications are guaranteed unless noted as
“typical.” Typical specifications are provided for your convenience but are not
guaranteed. Specifications that are marked with the n symbol are checked in
Performance Verification procedures provided in the Specifications and
Performance Verification manual for your main instrument.
All specifications apply to all models of sampling module unless noted
otherwise. To meet specifications, these conditions must first be met:
H The instrument must have been calibrated/adjusted at an ambient tempera-
ture between +20 _C and +30 _C.
H The instrument must have been operating continuously for 20 minutes within
the operating temperature range specified.
H The instrument must be in an environment with temperature, altitude,
humidity, and vibration within the operating limits described in these
specifications
H A compensation must have been performed. Recompensation is required if a
module is moved to another compartment.
Table 5: Electrical sampling m odules - Signal acquisition
Specifications Characteristics
Real time accessory interface Tekprobe--SMA interface is provided through the electrical
sampling-module interface, one per vertical channel.
Extender accommodation Module extenders (015-1568-xx, 015-1569-xx, 80N01, and
80A03) are not permitted and are mechanically blocked from
being used in front of the main module.
Number of input channels 2
Input connector
80E07 and 80E08 2.92 mm (K) female SMA-compatible connector
80E09 and 80E10 1.85 mm (V) female connector
n Input impedance
Vertical dynamic range,
non-clipping
Vertical operating range1,
maximum
Vertical nondestruct range2,
maximum input voltage
Vertical number of digitized bits 14 bits full scale
50 Ω ±1 Ω
1Vpp(offset ±500 mV)
±1.1 V
±2.0 V (DC+peak AC)
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Table 5: Electrical sampling m odules - Signal acquisition (cont.)
Specifications Characteristics
Vertical sensitivity range
Maximum 1 mV per division (10 mV full screen)
Minimum 100 mV per division (1 V full screen)
Vertical offset range
Compensation
temperature range
n DC voltage
accuracy, single point,
compensated
3
1
The range of available full scale input settings.
±1.1 V
±5 _C about temperature where compensation was
performed.
If the module is moved to another compartment on the
mainframe, the channel(s) must be recompensated.
The sampling module and mainframe toget her as a system
shall meet or exceed the following DC accuracy requirements
after compensation has taken place. For operation over
10--40 _C, a temperature tolerance of ±2 _C guaranteed
(±5 _C typical) relative to the compensation temperature, is
permitted. If sampling module is moved to a different
compartment or mainframe, re-compensation must be done.
±2 mV <system offset offset>
±0.007 * (assigned offset) <system offset gain>
±0.02 * (vertical value -- assigned offset) <system
gain/offset>
System deviation from linear least squares fit, at the
maximum bandwidth setting: ±10 mV
n Analog bandwidth, maximum
frequency setting
80E07
80E08
80E09
80E10
DC to 30 GHz, better than ±3dB
DC to 30 GHz, better than ±3dB
DC to 60 GHz, better than ±3dB
DC to 50 GHz, better than ±3dB
Analog bandwidth, reduced
frequency set points, typical
80E07, 80E08 20 GHz
80E09, 80E10 40 GHz, 30 GHz
Rise time, typical Estimated based upon assumed 0.35 calculated product of
typical bandwidth and risetime
60 / 50 GHz 40 GHz 30 GHz 20 GHz
80E07 -- -- -- -- 11.67 p s 17.5 ps
80E08 -- -- -- -- 11.67 p s 17.5 ps
80E09 5.83 ps 8.75 ps 11. 6 7 ps -- --
80E10 7ps 8.75 ps 11.67 ps -- --
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Table 5: Electrical sampling m odules - Signal acquisition (cont.)
Specifications Characteristics
Step response
aberrations, typical
n Random noise, displayed
80E07 ---- -- -- <410 V
80E08 -- -- -- -- <410 V
80E09 <600 V
80E10 <700 V
Random noise, displayed,
typical
80E07 ---- -- -- <300 V
80E08 -- -- -- -- <300 V
80E09 <450 V
80E10 <600 V
Acquisition delay adjust range,
typical
Acquisition delay adjust
resolution
1
Offset range and / or sensitivities may be constrained where the Maximum Operating
Range could be exceeded.
2
Vertical nondestruct range defines the maximum range over which offset plus peak
input signal can operate without irreversible damage to the instrument. Operation to
instrument specification is not guarantied outside of the vertical operating range.
3
The base sensitivity ranges from 10 mV to 1 V full scale in a 1-2-5 sequence of
coarse settings. Between coarse settings, the sensitivity can be finely adjusted with
a resolution equal to 1 mV.
±1% or less over the zone 10 ns to 20 ps before step
transition
+6%, --10% or less over the first 400 ps following step
transition
+0%, --4% or less over the zone 400 ps to 3 ns following step
transition
+1%, --2% or less over the zone 3 ns to 100 ns following step
transition
±1% or less after 100 ns following step transition
60 / 50 GHz 40 GHz 30 GHz 20 GHz
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
<480 V
<480 V
RMS
RMS
<410 V
<410 V
RMS
RMS
60 / 50 GHz 40 GHz 30 GHz 20 GHz
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
<330 V
<370 V
RMS
RMS
<300 V
<300 V
RMS
RMS
±250 ps, each channel
135 fs
<380 V
<380 V
-- --
-- --
<280 V
<280 V
-- --
-- --
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
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Table 6: Electrical sampling m odule - TDR system (80E08 and 80E10)
Specifications Characteristics
Number of TDR channels 2
TDR operation modes Step output with positive edge polarity, negative edge
polarity, and off, independently selectable each channel.
TDR maximum input voltage Specifications are not guaranteed with any DUT applying
signal. Do not apply external signal during TDR operation.
n TDR reflected edge rise
1
time
80E08 22 ps or less, each polarity
80E10 16 ps or less, each polarity
TDR reflected edge rise time1,
typical
80E08 20 ps or less, each polarity
80E10 15 ps or less, each polarity
TDR incident edge rise time,
typical
80E08 18 ps or less, each polarity
80E10 12 ps or less, each polarity
TDR incident edge amplitude
n TDR aberrations, incident
2
edge
±250 mV step into 50 Ω
At maximum sampler bandwidth setting, both polarities of
TDR:
±1% or less over the zone 10 ns to 20 ps before step
transition
+12% --2% or less over the zone 14 ps to 400 ps following
step transition
±2% or less over the zone 400 ps to 5 ns following step
transition
+1% --2% or less over the zone 5 ns to 100 ns following step
transition
±1% after 100 ns following step transition
TDR incident edge delay adjust
±250 ps, each channel and each plarity
range, typical
TDR incident edge delay adjust
135 fs
resolution, typical
TDR maximum repetition rate 200 kHz
1
IEEE std 1057, section 4.8.2, transition duration of step response.
2
IEEE std 1057, section 4.8.4, overshoot and precursors.
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Table 7: Electrical sampling m odules - Timebase system
Specifications Characteristics
Horizontal position
range
Minimum horizontal position setting is 29 ns, external direct trigger
operation.
Table 8: Electrical sampling m odules - Mechanical
Specifications Characteristics
Construction material Main and remote chassis parts constructed of aluminum
alloy; front panels constructed of plastic laminate; circuit
boards constructed of glass-laminate. Cabinet sleeves and
end covers are aluminum.
Weight (unpackaged)
80E07, 80E08 861 gm (29.11 oz)
80E09, 80E10 868 gm (29.35 oz) including two 2.4 mm to 2.92 mm
adapters
Overall dimensions Does not include connectors, connector savers, connector
covers, push buttons, cables, strain reliefs, or lock-down
hardware protruding from the front or rear panels.
Main module Height: 25 mm (1.0 in)
Width: 79mm(3.1in)
Depth: 135 mm (5.3 in)
Remote module Height: 25 mm (1.0 in)
Width: 55mm(2.2in)
Depth: 75 mm (3.0 in)
Remote cable length 2 meters
NOTE. For System -- Environmental specifications, refer to the Specifications and
Performance Verification manual for the main instrument.
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Glossary
Accuracy
The closeness of the indicated value to the true value.
Analog-to-Digital Converter
A device that converts an analog signal to a digital signal.
Attenuation
A decrease in magnitude of current, voltage, or power of a signal.
Attenuator
An electronic transducer that reduces the amplitude of a signal.
Autoset
A means of letting the instrument set itself to provide a stable and meaningful display of a given trace.
Bandwidth
The range of frequencies handled by a device or system. Bandwidth is a
measure of network capacity. Analog bandwidth is measured in cycles per
second. Digital bandwidth is measured in bits of information per second.
Channel
A place to connect a signal or attach a network or transmission line to
sampling modules.
Common Mode
A circumstance where a signal is induced in phase on both sides of a
differential network.
dB
Decibel: a method of expressing power or voltage ratios. The decibel scale is
logarithmic. The formula for decibels is:
dB = 20 log (V
where Vi is the voltage of the incident pulse, V
and log is the decimal-based logarithmic function.
Dialog Box
A displayed box in which you enter instrument commands.
Differential Mode
A circumstance where the true signal and its logical compliment are
transmitted over a pair of conductors.
Digital Signal
A signal made up of a series of on and off pulses.
i/Vref
)
is the voltage reference,
ref
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Glossary
Electrical Overstress (EOS)
Electrical overstress occurs when an electronic device is subjected to an
input voltage higher than the designed maximum tolerable level.
External Attenuation
Attenuation that is outside the sampling module.
Impedance
The opposition to an AC signal in the wire. Impedance is very much like
resistance to a DC signal in a DC circuit. Impedance is made up of resistance
and inductive and capacitive reactance.
Incident Step
The electrical energy transmitted by the TDR step generator. An acquired
waveform shows this step and all reflections on the signal conductor.
Initialize
Setting the main instrument to a completely known, default condition.
Internal Clock
A trigger source generated internally within the instrument and used to
synchronize TDR step generators. Also available at the front panel Internal
Clock Output connector.
Rho (ρ)
When making TDR measurements, the ratio of the incident step to the
reflected step. A value of one (1) indicates complete reflection.
Setting
The state of the front panel and system at a given time.
TDR
Time-Domain Reflectometer: an instrument that sends out steps of energy
and measures the amplitude and time interval of the reflections. If the
velocity of the energy through the cable is known, distances to features can
be computed and displayed. Conversely, the speed that energy travels
through a cable of known length can also be computed. The way in which
the energy is reflected and the amount of the energy reflected indicate the
condition of the cable.
Time Domain Transmission (TDT)
A method of characterizing a transmission line or network by transmitting a
signal through the network and monitoring the output.
Trigger
An electrical event that initiates acquisition of a sample as specified by the
time base.
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Waveform
The visible representation of an input signal or combination of signals.
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Index
A
Accessories, 4
list, 4
optional, 4
standard, 4
Accuracy, 57
Adjustments, 15
Analog-to-digital converter, 57
Assembly and torquing
procedure, 44
tips, 44
Attenuation, 57
Attenuator, 57
Automatic measurements, 26
Autoset, 57
B
Bandwidth, 57
Baseline correction, 20
C
Channel, 57
Channel selection, 13
Checking for damage, 46
Circuitry, 3
Cleaning, exterior, 16
Cleaning connectors
precautions, 42
procedures, 43
Commands
main instrument front panel, 14
programmer interface, 15
Common mode, 57
TDR, 34
Common mode TDR measurements, 18, 34, 36
Compensation, 9
when installing/moving sampling modules, 9
Connector and adapter care, 41
Connectors, 12
Controls, 12
Cursor measurements, 27
D
Damaged inputs, detecting, 46
dB, 57
Decibel, 57
Detecting damaged inputs, 46
Dialog box, 57
Differential mode, 57
Differential TDR measurements, 18, 34
Digital signal, 57
E
Electrical overstress prevention, causes, 46
Electrostatic discharge, 8
procedures, 41
protection against, 41
EOS, 58
checking for damage, 47
example of EOS, 48
prevention, 47
second example of EOS, 48
EOS prevention, 46
External attenuation, 58
G
Getting started, 1
Glossary, 57
H
Horizontal units, selecting, 25
I
Impedance, 58
Incident step, 58
Initialize, 58
Input voltage, maximum, 11
Installation, 6
Internal clock, 58
M
Manuals, part numbers, 4
Measurements
automatic, 26
cursor, 27
Measurements, TDR, 17, 33
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Index
O
Operating basics, 11
Optional accessories list, 4
Options, list, 4
P
Product description, 2
Programmer commands, 15
Propagation delay adjustment, TDR, 39
R
Reference, 17
Reference plane, 39
Recycling, vii
Rho units, selecting, 24
S
Safety summary, v
SELECT CHANNEL button, 13
Setting, 58
Signal connector, 12
Specifications, 49
Standard accessories, 4
Static controlled workstation, 9
Step deskew, TDR, 39
Step generation, TDR, 17
Step generator, operation, 18, 19, 20
System interaction, 13
common mode, 33, 36
common mode measurements, 34
differential and common mode measurements, 37
differential measurements, 34
differential mode, 33
enable differential measurements, 36
example measurements, 22, 34
finding velocity of propagation, 31
locating mismatches, 31
measurement range, 30
measurement units, 31
measurements, 17, 33
Measurements background, 28
on indicator, 13
propagation delay adjustment, 39
step deskew, 39
step generation, 17
taking accurate measurements, 33
taking horizontal measurements, 25
taking measurements, 34, 36, 37, 39
to take a measurement, 22
undamaged sampling module, 46
TDR measurements, 17
TEKPROBE connector, 13
Time-domain reflectometer, 58
Torque wrench information, 45
Trigger, 58
U
Usage, 11
V
T
TDR, 58
adjust channel deskew, 40
cause of reflections, 29
changing graticule units, 24
58
Visual inspection, 41
W
Waveform, 58
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