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P5200A Series
High Voltage Differential Probes
Installation and Safety Instructions
ZZZ
*P071288904*
071-2889-04
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USA
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Important Safety Information
This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user
for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition.
To safely perform service on this product, additional information is provided at
the end of this section. (See page 5, Service Safety Summary.)
General Safety Summary
Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety precautions to
avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.
Carefully read all instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.
This product shall be used in accordance with local and national codes.
For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you follow
generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions
specified in this manual.
The product is designed to be used by trained personnel only.
Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove
the cover for repair, maintenance, or adjustment.
Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it is
operating correctly.
This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.
Use personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where
hazardous live conductors are exposed.
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Important Safety Information
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.
When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that system is the
responsibility of the assembler of the system.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Use Proper Power Cord.
Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Do not use the provided power cord for other products.
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, make sure that the product is properly
grounded.
Do not disable the power cord grounding connection.
Power Disconnect.
The power cord disconnects the product from the power
source. See instructions for the location. Do not position the equipment so that
it is difficult to operate the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at
all times to allow for quick disconnection if needed.
Use Proper AC Adapter.
Use only the AC adapter specified for this product.
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Important Safety Information
Connect and Disconnect Properly.
Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Use only insulated voltage probes, test leads, and adapters supplied with the
product, or indicated by Tektronix to be suitable for the product.
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 exceed the
Measurement Category (CAT) rating and voltage or current rating of the lowest
rated individual component of a product, probe, or accessory.
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, or with the case open. Hazardous voltage exposure is possible.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry.
Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Do Not Operate with Suspected Failures.
If you suspect that there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Disable the product if it is damaged. Do not use the product if it is damaged
or operates incorrectly. If in doubt about safety of the product, turn it off and
disconnect the power cord. Clearly mark the product to prevent its further
operation.
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Important Safety Information
Before use, inspect voltage probes, test leads, and accessories for mechanical
damage and replace when damaged. Do not use probes or test leads if they are
damaged, if there is exposed metal, or if a wear indicator shows.
Examine the exterior of the product before you use it. Look for cracks or missing
pieces.
Use only specified replacement parts.
Do Not Operate in Wet/damp Conditions.
Be aware that condensation may occur if
a unit is moved from a cold to a warm environment.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Remove the input signals before you clean
the product.
Probes and Test Leads
Before connecting probes or test leads, connect the power cord from the power
connector to a properly grounded power outlet.
Keep fingers behind the protective barrier, protective finger guard, or tactile
indicator on the probes.
Remove all probes, test leads and accessories that are not in use.
Use only correct Measurement Category (CAT), voltage, temperature, altitude,
and amperage rated probes, test leads, and adapters for any measurement.
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Important Safety Information
Beware of High Voltages.
Understand the voltage ratings for the probe you are
using and do not exceed those ratings. The following rating is important to
know and understand:
The maximum measurement voltage for probe tip.
The voltage rating depends on the probe and your application. Refer to the
Specifications section of the manual for more information.
WARNING.
maximum floating voltage for the oscilloscope input BNC connector, probe tip.
To prevent damage to the alligator clip insulation, do not use in high A/m magnetic
fields at high frequencies, which can cause induction heating of the jaws.
Connect and Disconnect Properly.
To prevent electrical shock, do not exceed the maximum measurement or
Connect the probe output to the measurement
product before connecting the probe to the circuit under test. Disconnect the
probe input from the circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the
measurement product.
Inspect the Probe and Accessories.
Before each use, inspect probe and accessories
for damage (cuts, tears, or defects in the probe body, accessories, or cable jacket).
Do not use if damaged.
ServiceSafetySummary
The Service safety summary section contains additional information required to
safely perform service on the product. Only qualified personnel should perform
service procedures. Read this Service safety summary and the General safety
summary before performing any service procedures.
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Important Safety Information
To Avoid Electric Shock.
Do Not Service Alone.
Do not touch exposed connections.
Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.
Disconnect Power.
To avoid electric shock, switch off the product power and
disconnect the power cord from the mains power before removing any covers or
panels, or opening the case for servicing.
Use Care When Servicing with Power On.
Dangerous voltages or currents may exist
in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and disconnect
test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.
Verify Safety After Repair.
Always recheck ground continuity and mains dielectric
strength after performing a repair.
Terms in this Manual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING.
in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION.
damage to this product or other property.
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Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
Important Safety Information
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.
When this symbol is marked on the product, be sure to consult the
manual to find out the nature of the potential hazards and any actions
which have to be taken to avoid them. (This symbol may also be used to
refer the user to ratings in the manual.)
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
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Compliance Information
Compliance Information
This section lists the safety and environmental standards with which the
instrument complies. This product is intended for use by professionals and trained
personnel only; it is not designed for use in households or by children.
Questions about the following compliance information may be directed to the
following address:
Tektronix, Inc.
PO Box 500, MS 19-045
Beaverton, OR 97077, USA
www.tek.com
Safety Compliance
This section lists the safety standards with which the product complies and other
safety compliance information.
EU Low Voltage Directive
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the
Official Journal of the European Union:
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU.
EN 61010-031. Particular requirements for handheld probe assemblies for
electrical measurement and test equipment.
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Compliance Information
U.S. Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Listing
UL 61010-031. Particular requirements for handheld probe assemblies for
electrical measurement and test equipment.
Canadian Certification
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-031. Particular requirements for handheld probe
assemblies for electrical measurement and test equipment.
Additional Compliances
IEC 61010-031. Particular requirements for handheld probe assemblies for
electrical measurement and test equipment.
Equipment Type
Test and measuring equipment.
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Compliance Information
Pollution Degree Descriptions
A measure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment around
and within a product. Typically the internal environment inside a product is
considered to be the same as the external. Products should be used only in the
environment for which they are rated.
Pollution degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs.
Products in this category are generally encapsulated, hermetically sealed, or
located in clean rooms.
Pollution degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs.
Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is caused by condensation must
be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment. Te mporary
condensation occurs only when the product is out of service.
Pollution degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive pollution that
becomes conductive due to condensation. These are sheltered locations where
neither temperature nor humidity is controlled. The area is protected from
direct sunshine, rain, or direct wind.
Pollution degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity through
conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical outdoor locations.
Pollution Degree Rating
Pollution degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Rated for indoor, dry location
use only.
IP Rating
IP20 (as defined in IEC 60529).
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Compliance Information
Measurement and Overvoltage Category Descriptions
Measurement terminals on this product may be rated for measuring mains
voltages from one or more of the following categories (see specific ratings marked
on the product and in the m anual).
Category II. Circuits directly connected to the building wiring at utilization
points (socket outlets and similar points).
Category III. In the building wiring and distribution system.
Category IV. At the source of the electrical supply to the building.
Only mains power supply circuits have an overvoltage category rating. Only
NOTE.
measurement circuits have a measurement category rating. Other circuits within the product
do not have either rating.
Mains Overvoltage Category Rating
Overvoltage category II (as defined in IEC 61010-1).
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Compliance Information
Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.
Restriction of Hazardous Substances
Complies with RoHS2 Directive 2011/65/EU.
Product End-of-Life Handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:
Equipment Recycling.
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. 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.
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Production of this equipment required the extraction and
This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable
European Union requirements according to Directives 2012/19/EU and
2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and
batteries. For information about recycling options, check the Tektronix
Web site (www.tek.com/productrecycling).
Operating Considerations
Operating Considerations
Specification P5200A P5202A
Bandwidth 50 MHz 100 MHz
Maximum measurable
differential voltage (V
Maximum common mode
voltage (V
2
)
pk
Maximum input
voltage-to-earth (V
)
pk
2
)
rms
CAT I Maximum Rated
Over-Voltage Transient
(OVT) (V
1
2
3
)
pk
Beyond these limits, the output could be clipped. (See Figure 1 on page 14.)
The Common Mode and input voltage-to-earth ratings are the maximum ratings of each
input lead (+/-) to ground. (See Figure 1 on page 14.)
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Applies to CAT I ratings only. The OVT peak is measured on top of the Peak Working
Voltage.
50X: ±130 V
1
500X: ±1300 V
20X: ±64 V
200X: ±640 V
±1300 V ±640 V
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
—
300 V CAT II
450 V CAT III
1760 V
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Operating Considerations
Figure 1: Specification table footnotes referring to the probe input limits on the
P5200A and P5202A probes
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Operating Considerations
Specification P5205A P5210A
Bandwidth 100 MHz 50 MHz
Maximum measurable
differential voltage
Maximum common
mode voltage (V
)
pk
Maximum input
voltage-to-earth
3
(V
)
rms
CAT I Maximum
Rated Over-Voltage
Transient (OVT) (V
1
Beyond these limits, the output could be clipped. (See Figure 2 on page 16.)
2
Maximum rms voltage is limited by safety requirements. This rating assumes that the
50X: ±130 V
1
500X: ±1300 V
±1300 V ±3200 V
3
pk
pk
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
—
4
)
pk
100X: ±560 V
pk
1000X: ±5600 Vpk, 2650 V
1000 V CAT III
2300 V CAT I
2250 V
common mode voltage ratings are not exceeded. (See Figure 2 on page 16.)
3
The Common Mode and input voltage-to-earth ratings are the maximum ratings of each
input lead (+/-) to ground. (See Figure 2 on page 16.)
4
Applies to CAT I ratings only. The OVT peak is measured on top of the Peak Working
Voltage.
2
rms
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Operating Considerations
Figure 2: Specification table footnotes referring to the probe input limits on the
P5205A and P5210A probes
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Operating Considerations
Characteristic Specification
Temperature
Operating 0°Cto+40°C(+32°Fto+104°F)
Nonoperating
Humidity
Operating 5 to 85% R.H. 0 °C to +40 °C (+32 °F to +104 °F)
Nonoperating
Altitude
Operating Up to 3000 m (10,000 ft.)
Nonoperating
Pollution degree 2, Indoor use only
-30 °C to +70 °C (-22 °F to +158 °F)
5 to 85% R.H. 0 °C to +40 °C (+32 °F to +104 °F)
5 to 45% R.H. above 40 °C to +70 °C (+104 °F to
+158 °F)
Up to 15,240 m (50,000 ft.)
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Installation
Installation
To connect the P5202A, P5205A, and P5210A probes to oscilloscopes that feature
the VPI interface, you must use a Tektronix TPA-BNC Adapter.
To disconnect the probes, first disconnect the probe from the circuit. Next, turn
the collar counterclockwise to release the probe, and then pull out the connector.
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Installation
Probe Power (P5200A Probe Only)
The P5200A probe requires DC power that is provided by an external power
supply. The supply is a standard accessory for the probe.
WARNING.
Damage to the probe may result if a different power supply is used.
Use only the power supply that is included with the P5200A probe.
WARNING.
the probe away from the circuits being measured. The probe body and output cable
are not intended to be in contact with the circuits being measured.
To avoid electrical shock or fire, keep the probe body and output cable of
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Installation
Connecting the Probe to the Circuit
WARNING.
the probe. Do not exceed either the voltage rating or category ratings (for example,
CAT I, II, III, IV) of the probe or the probe accessory, whichever is the lesser of the
two. Refer to the tables below and on the following pages for the correct accessory
to use with your probe. When using multiple accessories (for example, the extender
leads & hook clips), the lowest a ccessory/probe ratings apply to all.
To avoid electric shock, keep your fingers behind the finger guard of the probe
accessory and away from the shaded area shown in the accessory illustrations below.
P5200A, P5202A & P5205A Probe standard accessory derating table
Accessory P5202A P5200A & P5205A P5210A
Extender leads
Hook clips
(AC280-FL)
Pincer clips
(AC283-FL)
Alligator clips
(AC285-FL)
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The P5210A probe can be used with these accessories at the reduced voltage levels listed.
To reduce risk of shock or fire, use only the accessories provided with
Combined probe and accessory common-mode voltage
and input voltage-to-earth ratings
1
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
1000 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
1000 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
1000 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
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Standard Accessories
P5200A, P5202A & P5205A Probe standard accessories
Item Description
Extender leads (196-3523-xx)
The female banana connectors on each
end of the leads fit into the probe input
jacks. Use the extender leads to connect
the probe to your circuit, either directly or
through any of the standard accessories
described below.
WARNING.
or fire, make sure the test leads are in
good condition. The input leads and
extender leads have a jacket wear
indicator which becomes visible if the
wire jacket become excessively worn.
If the wear indicator is visible, do not
use the probe. Contact Tektronix
Service for repair or replacement.
Maximum ratings:
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
To avoid electrical shock
Standard Accessories
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Standard Accessories
P5200A, P5202A & P5205A Probe standard accessories, (cont.)
Item Description
Hook clips (AC280-FL)
Use these clips to make connections to
component leads.
Maximum ratings:
1000 V CAT III
600 V CAT IV
Pincer clips (AC283-FL)
Theseclipshaveapairoffiner contacts
that close around leads on smaller
components.
Maximum ratings:
1000 V CAT III
600 V CAT IV
Alligator clips (AC285-FL)
The large insulated clips connect easily to
large bolts or bus bars. The connectors
are double insulated for safety.
Maximum ratings:
1000 V CAT III
600 V CAT IV
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Standard Accessories
WARNING.
hook tip accessories on CAT III or CAT IV circuits. R efer to the derating table below.
To avoid risk of electric shock or fire, when using the P 5210A test probe or hook tip
accessories with the P5200A, P5202A and P5205A probes, do not use on circuits
above 1000 V.
To avoid risk of electric shock or fire, do not use the P5210A test probe or
P5210A Probe standard accessory derating table
Combined probe and accessory common-mode voltage
and input voltage-to-earth ratings
Accessory P5202A
Extender leads
Test probes
(TATP)
Small hook tips
(TASH)
Large hook tips
(TALH)
1
The P5200A, P5202A & P5205A probes can also be used with the P5210A accessories,
1
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
P5200A & P5205A
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT II
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT II
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT II
1
P5210A
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
but only at the reduced voltage levels listed in this table.
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Standard Accessories
P5210A Probe standard accessories
Item Description
Extender leads (196-3523-xx)
The female banana connectors on one
end of the leads fit into the probe input
leads. Use the extender leads to connect
the probe to the test probes below. The
test probes accept the hook tips in the
P5210A Probe accessory kit.
Maximum ratings: 2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
Test probes (TATP) (020-3070-xx kit)
Use these test probes to browse multiple
test points or to connect the extender
leads to the hook tips.
WARNING.
caution when probing circuits with
raised components. Avoid getting
the metal shell between components
of different potentials. Use TASH for
probing in hard-to-reach areas.
Maximum ratings: 2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
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To prevent arc flash, use
P5210A Probe standard accessories, (cont.)
Item Description
Small hook tips (TASH) (020-3070-xx kit)
Use these tips to access test points in
tight spaces. Screw the hook tips onto
the TATP test probes and then clamp the
hooks onto the circuit.
WARNING.
shock when measuring voltages
above 1000 V, always keep your
fingers behind the tactile indicator on
the TASH and TALH hook tips.
Maximum ratings:
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
Large hook tips (TALH) (020-3070-xx kit)
Screw the hook tips onto the TATP test
probes and then clamp the hooks onto
the circuit.
Maximum ratings:
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
Standard Accessories
To reduce the risk of
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Controls and Features
Controls and Features
Controls and features
Item Description
Differential inputs
The differential and common-mode input
voltage ratings for the P5200A series
probes differ between models.
The highest ratings are for the P5210A
probe and are rated for a maximum peak
voltage of 5,600 V between the inputs.
The inputs are CAT I rated to a maximum
of 2,300 V
earth ground.
The maximum Over-Voltage Transient
(OVT) rating and other ratings for the
all of the probe models are listed in
this booklet. (See page 13,
Considerations
For complete specifications, refer
to the
Differential Probes Instruction Manual
All documentation is available at
tek.com/downloads.
RMS
P5200A Series High Voltage
between either input and
Operating
.)
.
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Controls and features, (cont.)
Item Description
Attenuation selector button and
indicators
Press the button to select between the
voltage range (attenuation) settings of the
probe. The range and units are indicated
on the probe and may be displayed on
the oscilloscope screen, depending on
the oscilloscope model.
The Overrange LED lights if the applied
voltage exceeds the selected range. To
extinguish the LED, select a higher range.
If a higher range is not available, do not
attempt to take the measurement with the
probe. (See warning below.)
Controls and Features
WARNING.
common mode voltages or voltage-to-earth potential at the probe inputs. The
Overrange indicator only detects differentially between the + and – inputs, not
relative to ground. Do not exceed the common mode voltage or voltage-to-earth
probe ratings when taking measurements. If you are not sure, first take a
single-ended measurement of each point that you intend to measure differentially.
Take a single-ended measurement by tying one input lead to ground (for example,
the – input) and then connecting the other lead (for example, the + input) to the
points of interest, one at a time.
The Overrange indicator does not detect an overrange condition of
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Controls and Features
Controls and features
Item Description
Bandwidth limit button and indicators
Press the button to limit the probe
bandwidth to 5 MHz. The 5 MHz filter
assists in the characterization and
testing of power supplies in switch
mode by removing all high frequency
content, noise and harmonics from the
measurement. 5 MHz is close to the
switching frequency of most switching
transistors (FETs) in switch-mode power
supplies.
Press the button again to return to
the Full position, which selects the full
specified bandwidth of the probe.
Audible Overrange On/Off button and
indicators
Press the button to enable the audible
alarm (the ON LED lights). The audible
alarm indicates that the measured signal
exceeds the selected range.
Press the button again to disable the
audible feature (the OFF LED lights).
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