Tektronix BERTScope User manual
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Tektronix BERTScope
Bit Error Ratio Analyzers & Pattern Generators
BSA85C, BSA125C, BSA175C, BSA260C
BSA85CPG, BSA125CPG, BSA175CPG, BSA260CPG
ZZZ
Quick Start User Manual
*P071286901*
071-2869-01
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Tektronix BERTScope
Bit Error Ratio Analyzers & Pattern Generators
BSA85C, BSA125C, BSA175C, BSA260C
BSA85CPG, BSA125CPG, BSA175CPG, BSA260CPG
ZZZ
Quick Start User Manual
www.tektronix.com
071-2869-01
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TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.
ducts are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supersedes that in all
Contacting Tektronix
Tektronix, Inc.
14150 SW Karl Braun Drive
P.O. Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
USA
For product information, sales, service, and technical support:
In North America, call 1-800-833-9200.
Worldwide, visit www.tektronix.com to find contacts in your area.
Warranty
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of
shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defective
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 center 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 m aintenance 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 incompatible 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.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX' RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
IS THE SOLE AND E XCLU S IVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX
AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.
[W2 – 15AUG04]
General Safety Summary
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.
NOTE: 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.
Maintain Proper Grounding to avoid electrical shock.
No operator serviceable parts inside.
WARNING
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the
country of use.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they
are connected to a voltage source.
Do not remove cover.
Refer to qualified service personnel.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the 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.
Power Disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. Do not block
the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at all times.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect that 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.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
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
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual's installation instructions for details on installing
the product so it has proper ventilation.
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General Safety Summary
Terms in this Manual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING
injury or loss of life.
CAUTION
damage to this product or other property.
NOTE
operating modes, incorrect measurement results, or require resetting the instrument
or personal computers operating software interacting with it.
. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
. A notice statement identifies conditions which may result in unintended
Symbols and Terms on the Product
These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product. The following symbols may appear
on the product:
The coin cell battery on the instrument computer motherboard is not a userreplaceable part.
WARNING
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The coin cell battery is not rechargeable. Under no circumstances attempt to
recharge the battery.
Compliance Information
Compliance Information
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance) safety, and environmental standards with
which the instrument complies.
EMC Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance was
demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the Official Journal of European
Communities:
EN 61326-1 2006. EMC requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use.
1, 2, 3
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and conducted emissions, Group 1, Class A
IEC 61000-4-2:2001. Electrostatic discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic field immunity
IEC 61000-4-4:2004. Electrical fast transient / burst immunity
IEC 61000-4-5:2001. Power line surge immunity
IEC 61000-4-6:2003. Conducted RF immunity
IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker
European Contact
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity–EMC
Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per the following standard, in
accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with
EN 61326-1:2006.
1
This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas may cause electromagnetic interference.
2
Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object.
3
To ensure compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface cables should be used.
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