Service Manual
P5210
High Voltage Differential Probe
070-9895-03
Warning
The servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to
performing service.
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WARRANTY
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase from
an authorized Tektronix distributor. 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. Batteries are excluded from this warranty.
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, shipping charges prepaid,
and with a copy of customer proof of purchase. 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 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
LISTED PRODUCTS 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 EXCLUSIVE 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.
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary v............................
Service Safety Summary vii.............................
Contacting Tektronix viii...............................
Operating Basics 1...................................
Operating the Probe Safely 2............................
Minimizing Risk of RF Burn (probe leads) 2................
Maximum Input Limits 2...............................
Operating Characteristics and Probing Techniques 4.........
Operating Limits 4....................................
Overrange Detection 4.................................
Common-Mode Rejection 4.............................
Twisting the Input Leads 5..............................
Extension Leads 5.....................................
Probe Loading 6......................................
Specifications 7......................................
Warranted Characteristics 7.............................
Typical Characteristics 11...............................
Nominal Characteristics 14..............................
Maintenance 15.......................................
Cleaning 15...........................................
Replacing TEKPROBE Interface Pins 15...................
Removing and Replacing the TEKPROBE Interface Collar 16..
Removing the Compensation Box Covers 17................
Replacing the Compensation Box Covers 17.................
Performance Verification 19............................
Construction of Modified BNC Adapter 20..................
Setup 21.............................................
Differential Gain Accuracy 22............................
Bandwidth 24.........................................
DC CMRR 25.........................................
Replaceable Parts 27...................................
Parts Ordering Information 27............................
Using the Replaceable Parts List 27........................
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Abbreviations 28....................................
Mfr. Code to Manufacturer Cross Index 28...............
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List of Figures
Figure 1: Safety Limits (voltage between either input
and earth ground) 3.................................
Figure 2: Twisting the Input Leads 5......................
Figure 3: HF Transient Response with a nd without
extension leads 6..................................
Figure 4: Safety limits (voltage between either input
and earth ground) 9.................................
Figure 5: Typical common-mode rejection ratio
(100X attenuation) 12................................
Figure 6: Input impedance vs. frequency 13.................
Figure 7: Repl acing TEKPROBE interface pins 16............
Figure 8: Replacing the TEKPROBE collar 16...............
Figure 9: Removing the compensation box covers 17..........
Figure 10: Replacing the compensation box cover 18..........
Figure 11: BNC-male-to-dual binding post adapter 20.........
Figure 12: Removing plastic covers from binding posts 22.....
Figure 13: Slide probe leads onto the binding posts 23.........
Figure 14: P5210 probe and replaceable accessories 29........
Figure 15: Replaceable parts -- compensation box 31..........
Figure 16: P5210 probe optional accessories 32..............
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List of Tables
Table 1: Warranted electrical characteristics 8..............
Table 2: Certifications and compliances 10.................
Table 3: Typical electrical characteristics 11................
Table 4: Typical mechanica l characteristics 13...............
Table 5: Nominal electrical characteristics 14...............
Table 6: List of equipment required 19.....................
Table 7: Parts list column descriptions 28...................
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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety pre cautions to avoid injury and prevent
damage to this product or a ny products connected to it. To avoid
potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
Observe Maximum Working Voltage
Do not use the P5210 High Volt age Differential Probe above
1,000 V
input or
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Avoid RF Burns While Handling Probe. To avoid RF burns, do not handle
the probe while the input leads are connect ed to circuits above the
voltage and frequency limits specified in Figure 1 on page 3. Use
only probe accessories that are rated for the application.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Connect the probe output to the
measurement instrument before connecting the probe to the circuit
under test. Disconnect the probe input and the probe ground from the
circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.
CAT III (2,200 V
RMS
± 5,600 V (DC + peak AC) between the leads.
RMS
CAT II ) from ground on either
Ground the Product. This product is indirectly grounded through the
grounding conductor of the mai nframe power cord. To avoid e lectri c
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 properl y 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 connect ions to the product.
Use Proper AC Adapter. Use only the AC adapter specified for this
product.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with
covers or panels removed.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is present.
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Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage
to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms in This Manual. 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.
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.
Symbols on the Product. These symbols may appear on the product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
WARNING
High Voltage
Double
Insulated
Protective Ground
(Earth) Terminal
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Service Safety Summary
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read
this Service Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before
performing any service proce dures.
Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments
of this product unless another person capable of rendering first aid
and resuscitation is present.
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.
To avoid electric shock, do not touch exposed connections.
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Contacting Tektronix
Phone 1-800-833-9200*
Address Tektronix, Inc.
Web site www.tektronix.com
Sales support 1-800-833-9200, select option 1*
14200 SW Karl Braun Drive
P.O. Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
USA
Service support 1-800-833-9200, select option 2*
Technical support Email: techsupport@tektronix.com
1-800-833-9200, select option 3*
1-503-627-2400
6:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m. Pacific time
* This phone number is toll free in North America. After office
hours, please leave a voice mail message.
Outside North America, contact a Tektronix sales office or
distributor; see the Tektronix web site for a list of offices.
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Operating Basics
To help you use t he P5210 High Voltage Differential Probe safely
and effectively, this sec tion provides important information about
safety limits, operating characteristics, and probing techniques.
WARNING. Due to the inherent hazards associated with taking
high-voltage measurements, the product is i ntended for use by
qualified personnel who have had the training to make these types of
measurements. Read and follow the precautions specified in this
manual.
Before you make any oscilloscope measurement, observe all safety
precautions described in t he user and service manuals for the
equipment you are working on. Some general rules about using and
servicing electrical equipment are worth repeating here.
H Observe the safety instruction symbols for the equipment you are
working on.
H Consult the instruction or service manuals for the equipment you
are working on.
H Don’t operate or service an electric al devic e in an explosive
atmosphere.
H Avoid personal injury by never touching exposed connections or
components in the circuit-under-test when the power is on.
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Operating Basics
Operating the Probe Safely
Before connecting the inputs of the probe to a circuit, read the safety
information in this section, and attach the appropriate accessories to
the input connectors of the probe.
NOTE. To avoid shock or fire hazard, use only accessories that are
rated for the application.
Minimizing Risk of RF Burn (Probe Leads)
WARNING. To avoid personal injury, do not handle the probe leads
when the leads are connected to a source that is above the voltage
and frequency limits given in Figure 1 on page 3. The area above
these limits poses a risk of radio frequency (RF) burns.
If you need to use t he probe within the risk area for RF burn, turn
power off to the source before connecting or disconnecting the probe
leads. Do not handle the i nput leads while the circuit is active.
Maximum Input Limits
To prevent damage to the probe, you must observe both the peak and
RMS ratings. (The rating for DC voltage is the same as the rating for
RMS voltage.) You must also observe the ratings between the
differential inputs and between each input and earth ground.
CAUTION. To avoid damaging the input circuitry of the P5210, do not
apply voltage of more than 2,200 V
and earth ground or more than 4,400 V
CAT II between either input
RMS
CAT II between the
RMS
inputs. In addition, the peak voltage must be less than 5,600 V (DC +
peak AC) between the inputs.
Above 1.5 MHz, the voltage limit decreases as frequency increases.
See Figure 1. The input l imit applies to both the 100X and 1,000X
settings.
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Voltage
(RMS)
4000 V
1000 V
500 V
100 V
50 V
Category II maximum
voltage limit (2,200 V)
RF burn risk area
(shaded)
Voltage derating
with frequency
DC or 0 10 M1M
100 k 500 k
Frequency (Hz)
5M 50M
Figure 1: Safety Limits (voltage between either input and earth ground)
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Operating Basics
Operating Characteristics and Probing Techniques
This section explains the operating characteristics of the P5210 along
with techniques you can use to maximize the performance of the
probe.
Operating Limits
The P5210 has two operat ing ranges that you select wi th the
ATTENUATION button on the front panel: 1,000X and 100X. These
ranges set the maximum differential voltage that can be measured.
H In the 100X position, the probe can measure differential voltages
≤ 560 V (DC + peak AC).
H In the 1,000X position, the probe can measure differential
voltages ≤ 5,600 V (DC + peak AC).
Always insure that the input voltages never exceed 2,200 V
CAT II from either input to ground or 4,400 V
CAT II between
RMS
RMS
the inputs.
Overrange Detection
Differential voltage outside the operating range will overdrive the
circuitry of the probe a nd distort the output signal. When this
differential overrange occurs, the probe detects the condition and
lights the overrange indi cator. With the Audible Overrange ON, the
probe will also emit an audible alarm.
NOTE. Common-mode voltage greater than 2,200 V
CAT II can
RMS
distort the output signal, but the probe will not indicate an overrange
condition.
Common-Mode Rejection
The common-mode rejection ratio (CMRR) is the specified ability of
P5210 to reject signals that are common to both inputs. More
precisely, CMRR is the ratio of the differential gain to the commonmode gain. The higher the ratio, the greater the ability of probe to
reject common-mode signals. For detailed specifications, see pages 8
and11intheSpecification section.
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Operating Basics
Common mode rejection decrea ses as t h e input frequency increases.
Figure 5 on page 12 is a plot of typical CMRR of the probe versus
input frequency. For example, if you apply a 60 Hz line voltage of
500 V
by 80 dB (typical) and the signal appears as only a 50 mV
to both input leads of the probe, the probe rejects the signal
P-P
P-P
signal
on the oscilloscope screen.
Twisting the Input Leads
Twisting the input leads as shown in Figure 2 helps to cancel noise
that is induced into the input leads and to improve the high-frequency response of the inputs.
Figure 2: Twisting the Input Leads
Extension Leads
The extension leads allow you to reach widely spaced c onnection
points. Connect the extension leads to the input leads using the
adapters provided. Be sure to use both extension leads so that the
input leads are the sam e length.
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The extension leads, howeve r, do affect t he high-frequency
performance of the probe. With longer lead length, differential noise
induced into the input leads is greater. Also, because of the added
inductance of the leads, voltage measurements at frequencies above
approximately 10 MHz may not be as precise. Figure 3 shows the
affect on HF transient response.
The extension leads do not affect the performance of the probe when
bandwidth is set to 5 MHz.
With extension leads
250 mv/div
50 ns/div 50 ns/div
250 mv/div
Without extension leads
Figure 3: HF Transient Response with and without extension leads
Probe Loading
When you touch your probe tip to a circuit element, you introduce a
new resistance, capacitance, and inductance into the ci rcuit.
Frequency and impedance of the source determine how much the
probe loads the circuit you are measuring. As the frequency of the
source starts to increase beyond 1 kHz, the input impedance of the
probe begins to decrease. T he lower the impedance of the probe
relative to tha t of the source, the more the probe loads the circuit
under test. For a graph of frequency versus input impedance, refer to
Figure 6 on page 13 of the Specifications section.
The probe has virtually no loading effect on sources with relatively
low impedance and low frequency.
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Specifications
The specifications in Tables 1 through 5 apply to a P5210 probe
installed on a Tektronix TDS 460A oscilloscope. When the probe is
used with another oscilloscope, the oscilloscope must have:
H An input impedance of 1 MΩ
H An input capacitance range of between 15 and 20 pF
H A bandwidth greater than 200 MHz
The probe must have a warm-up period of at least 20 minutes and be
in an environment that does not exceed the limits described in
Table 1 on page 8.
Specifications for the P5210 probe fall into three categories:
warranted, typical, and nominal characteristics.
WARNING. Special fixtures are required to examine specifications at
the maximum frequency and voltage levels and should be conducted
only by qualified Service Personnel. See the Service section for more
details.
Warranted Characteristics
Warranted characteristics in Tables 1 and 2 describe guaranteed
performance within tolerance limits or certain type-tested requirements. Warranted characteristics that have checks in the Perfor-
mance Verification procedure appear in boldface type. The
Performance Verification procedure be g ins on page 19.
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Specifications
1kV
RMS
CategoryIII
Table 1: Warranted electrical characteristics
DC common-mode rejection ratio >3000:1 at 500 VDC, 20-30_ C, <70% RH
Bandwidth
Gain accuracy
DC to 50 MHz (-3dB)
± 3% at 20-30_ C, <70% RH
Maximum rated input voltage
(Refer to Figure 4 on page 9)
probe tip to probe tip
probe tip to earth
Temperature
4.4 kV
1kV
5.6 kV
2.2 kV
1kV
5.6 kV
4
Operating: 0 to 40_ C
1
, Category I & II
RMS
1
,CategoryIII
,
(DC + peak AC)
1
, Category I & II
RMS
1
, Category III
RMS
(DC + peak AC)
2
2
Nonoperating: --30 to +70_ C
Humidity
4
Operating: <85% RH at or below +35_ C
Nonoperating: <85% RH at or below
+60_ C
1
The rating for DC voltage is the same as the rating for RMS voltage.
2
The input voltage must not exceed this peak rating or the RMS rating.
3
3
The 2.2 kV
CAT II rating applies to high-voltage secondary circuits that
RMS
have a CAT III primary as described in IEC 664. This rating only applies
when using the probe head that is in the 020-2195-00 accessory kit. If you
use any other probe head, do not exceed the voltage-to-ground rating of
that probe head or this 2.2 kV
4
Tektronix Design Standard 062-2847-00
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CAT II rating.
RMS
Specifications
WARNING. To avoid personal injury, do not handle the probe leads
when the leads are connected to a source that is in the voltage and
frequency range indicated by the shaded area in Figure 4. This area
of operation poses a risk of radio f requency (RF) burns.
Voltage
(RMS)
4000 V
1000 V
500 V
100 V
50 V
Category II maximum
voltage limit (2,200 V)
RF burn risk area
(shaded)
Voltage derating
with frequency
DC or 0 10 M1M
100 k 500 k
Frequency (Hz)
5M 50M
Figure 4: Safety limits (voltage between either input and earth ground)
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Specifications
Table 2: Certifications and compliances
EC Declaration of
Conformity -- Low
Voltage
Approvals UL3111-1 -- Standard for electrical measuring and test equipment
Installation Category
Descriptions
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as
listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, as amended by 93/68/EEC:
EN 61010-1/A2:1995
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use
EN 61010-2-031:1994
Particular requirements for hand-held probe assemblies for
electrical measurement and test equipment
IEC 61010-2-031 -- Particular requirements for hand-held probe
assemblies for electrical measurement and test
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-92 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.
1010.2.031-94 -- Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use
Terminals on this product may have different installation category
designations. The installation categories are:
CAT III Distribution-level mains (usually permanently
connected). Equipment at this level is typically
in a fixed industrial location
CAT II Local-level mains (wall sockets). Equipment at
this level includes appliances, portable tools,
and similar products. Equipment is usually
cord-connected
CAT I Secondary (signal level) or battery operated
circuits of electronic equipment
Pollution Degree 2 Do not operate in environments where conductive pollutants may
be present.
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Typical Characteristics
Typical characteristics in Tables 3 and 4 describe typical but not
guaranteed performance.
Table 3: Typical electrical characteristics
Rise time 7ns
Bandwidth limit 5MHz
Specifications
AC common-mode rejection ratio
(20-30_C, <70% RH)
SeeFigure5
AC noise
(referenced to input)
Input impedance
Propagation delay 20 nS
Overdrive recovery < 50 ns to 10% of final value after 10X
DC offset adjust
(referenced to input)
60 Hz: > 10,000:1
100 kHz: > 300:1
1 MHz: > 300:1
100X: < 150 mV
1,000X: < 800 mV
16 MΩ, 3.5 pF between inputs
8MΩ, 7 pF between each input and ground
See Figure 6 on page 13
overdrive (100X range only)
100X: ± 1.0 V
1,000X: ± 10 V
RMS
RMS
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Specifications
40 dB
50 dB
60 dB
70 dB
80 dB
90 dB
1 Hz 100 Hz10 Hz
1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz 1 MHz
Frequency
Figure 5: Typical common-mode rejection ratio (100X attenuation)
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Table 4: Typical mechanical characteristics
Dimensions, case 185 mm × 66 mm × 32 mm
(7.2 in × 2.6 in × 1.3 in)
Dimensions, input leads 45.7 cm (18 in)
Dimensions, output cable 1.8 m (6 ft)
Unit weight (probe only) 315 g (11 oz)
Shipping weight (with accessories) 1.42 kg (3 lb, 2 oz)
10 M
1M
Specifications
100 k
Impedance (ohms)
10 k
1k
100
1 10 100 1 k 10 k 100 k 1 M 10 M 50 M
Frequency (Hz)
Figure 6: Input impedance vs. frequency
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Specifications
Nominal Characteristics
Nominal characteristics in Table 5 describe guaranteed traits, but the
traits do not have tolerance limits.
Table 5: Nominal electrical characteristics
Input type Balanced differential
Output type
Gain Switchable: 1/100 (100X) and 1/1,000
Overrange beeper Overrange sounds whenever ON , and over
Single-ended. Source impedance of 50 Ω
drives 1 MΩ oscilloscope input. Load
impedance must be greater than 50 kΩ for
stated accuracy
(1000X)
range LED is lit.
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Maintenance
Refer to this section for inform ation about maintaining and servicing
the P5210 High Voltage Differential Probe.
For a list of replaceable parts, refer to the Replaceable Parts section
on page 27. The replaceable parts of the TEKPROBE interface
include the interface pins, the probe collar, and the compensation
box covers.
Cleaning
Remove dirt with a soft cloth dampened in a mild detergent and
water solution, or isopropyl alcohol.
CAUTION. To avoid damaging the probe, use only a mild detergent
and water solution or isopropyl alcohol and wate r; do not use any
other solvents or abrasive cleaners. Do not immerse the probe.
Replacing TEKPROBE Interface Pins
1. Remove the interface pin with pliers (see Figure 7 on page 16).
2. Insert a new pin and press it into the socket against a hard
surface.
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Maintenance
Figure 7: Replacing TEKPROBE interface pins
Removing and Replacing the TEKPROBE Interface Collar
1. Firmly pull the collar off by hand.
2. Align the smaller group of pins with the smaller of the two holes
in the interface collar and align the tabs with the slots.
3. Gently press the two pieces together (see Figure 8 below).
Tab
16
Slot
Figure 8: Replacing the TEKPROBE collar
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Removing the Compensation Box Covers
1. Press the optional release tool pins into the cover catches.
2. Gently separate the each side of the compensation box. Refer to
Figure 9 below.
003-1383-00
Cover
catches
Maintenance
Figure 9: Removing the compensation box covers
Replacing the Compensation Box Covers
1. Carefully align the tab and cover catches. Refer to Figure 10 on
page 18.
2. Firmly press the pieces together until the cover catches snap into
place.
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Maintenance
Figure 10: Replacing the compensation box cover
Tab
Cover Catches
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Performance Verification
The following procedure verifies the warranted electrical characteristics of the P5210 High Voltage Differential Probe. Table 6 itemizes
the equipment required, provides an example or part number of the
equipment, and explains the purpose of the equipment.
Table 6: List of equipment required
Minimum
Description
Digitizing oscilloscope
Standard amplitude generator
Leveled sine wave
generator
DC voltage source
Plunger clamps
(2 required)
BNC adapter BNC female to dual
Coaxial cables
(2 required)
requirements
Bandwidth: ≥ 400 MHz
TekProbe interface
offset accuracy: ≤ 0.7%
Amplitude accuracy:
≤ 0.25%
Rise time (standard
amplitude): ≤ 3ns
Use clamps included in
accessory kit
banana
36 in (0.9144 m),
precision 50 Ω
Example or part
number Purpose
TDS460A
or TDS784A
Fluke/Wavetek
9100 with oscilloscope option 250
Accessory kit
020-2106-00
103-0090-00 Interconnection
012-0482-00 Interconnection
Display probe output
Check probe
attenuation, bandwidth,
common-mode rejection ratio
Connection to binding
post
between probe and
generator
between probe and
generator
Terminator
Modified BNC
adapter
50 Ω precision feed
through
BNC--male--to--dual
binding post
011-0049-01 Termination between
103-0035-00 Interconnection be
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probe and generator
during bandwidth measurements
tween probe and Generator. (See Figure 11
on page 20)
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Performance Verification
Construction of Modified BNC Adapter
Construct the modified BNC Adapter from a BNC-male-to-dual
binding post adapter, Tektronix part number 103
(see Figure 11).
Black and red plastic
post covers
-0035-00
Figure 11: BNC-male-to-dual binding post adapter
To expose the posts that you will connect the P5210 High Voltage
Differential probe leads to, remove the black and red plastic post
covers of the BNC
vise to remove the plastic covers, as shown in Figure 12 on page 22.
-male-to-dual adapter. Use a pair of pli ers and a
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Setup
Performance Verification
WARNING. These procedures require the application of high voltage
to the inputs of the P5210 probe. Because this adapter has exposed
metal surfaces, only qualified personnel should perform any testing
with voltage levels exceeding 30 V rms. All pertinent safety rules and
guidelines for elevated voltage measurements should be followe d and
adhered to.
Connect the output of the probe to the channel 3 of the test
oscilloscope. Let the probe warm up for 20 minutes.
NOTE. These procedures assume that you are using an oscilloscope
that automatically displays the correct volts/division scale factor for
the attenuation setting of the probe. If not, you must take the
attenuation setting of the probe into account when setting the
volts/division on the oscilloscope.
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Performance Verification
Modified BNC adapter
Pliers
Plastic cover removed
Figure 12: Removing plastic covers from binding posts
Differential Gain Accuracy
1. Set the volts/division on channel 2 of the oscilloscope to 2 V.
H Trigger on channel 2.
H Select 1 MΩ impedance (if option exists on oscilloscope).
H Connect coaxial cable between TRIG OUT of the generator
(rear of Wavetek 9100) and channel 2 of the oscilloscope.
2. Set the volts/division on channel 1 of the oscilloscope to 20 mV.
3. Set the seconds/div to 200 s and the acquisition mode to
average 32.
Vise
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4. Connect the coaxial cable from SIG OUT of the generator (rear
of Wavetek 9100) to channel 1 of the oscilloscope.
5. Set the generator to 0.1 V and 1 kHz (AUX, square wave, 1 MΩ
load). Enable the output.
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6. Select the amplitude measurement on the oscilloscope and record
the DC amplitude (∼ 100 mV) of the square wave. This
measurement is only the oscilloscope.
7. Disable the generator output. Disconnect the coaxial cable from
channel 1 of the oscilloscope and SIG OUT of the generator.
8. Connect the output of the probe to channel 1 of the oscilloscope.
9. Attach the Modified BNC adapter to the SIG OUT of the
generator.
10. Attach the differential probe input leads (without attachment
accessories) by sliding the banana plug of the leads onto the
binding posts of the Modified BNC adapter, as shown in
Figure 13 on page 23.
Modified BNC adapter
(+) Post
(-)Post
Banana plug of an input
probe lead
Figure 13: Slide probe leads onto the binding posts
WARNING. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure the generator
output is disabled before setting the voltage above 30Vrms.
11. Set the probe to 1000X (out). Set the generator for a 100 V and
1 kHz standard amplitude output (AUX, square wave, 1 MΩ
load).
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WARNING. Generator produces hazardous voltages. To avoid risk of
shock, do not touch exposed metal parts after the generator output is
enabled.
12. Enable the output of the generator.
13. Adjust the zero offset on the compensation box of the probe for
zero offset.
14. Record the DC amplitude of the square wave (∼100 V) and divide
th
1/1000
of this into just the amplitude of the oscilloscope (refer
to step 6). Verify that only the probe gain accuracy
is ᐔ3%.
15. Set the calibration generator for 10 V output. Set the attenuation
button on the probe to 100X (in).
16. Record the DC amplitude of the square wave (∼10V) and divide
17. Disable the generator output and leave the setup connected for
Bandwidth
1. Connect the Modified BNC adapter through a 50 Ω terminator to
WARNING. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure the generator
output is disabled before modifying/disconnecting test setup or
connections since exposed metal may at a hazardous potential. It is
recommended that the generator output amplitude be reduced to
minimum prior to disabling the output.
th
1/100
of this into only the amplitude of the oscilloscope (refer
to step 6). Verify that only the probe gain accuracy is ᐔ3%.
the next procedure.
the leveled sine wave output of the generator (AUX, Sine,
50 Ω load).
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2. Attach the differential probe input leads without attachment
accessories by sliding the banana plug of the leads onto the
binding posts metal sleeves on the Modified BNC adapter.
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3. Set the bandwidth on the probe to FULL and the attenuation
button to 100X.
4. Set the Volts/Division on channel 1 of the oscilloscope to
500 mV, and seconds/div to 10 s. Set the trace to the center of
the oscilloscope.
5. Reduce the amplitude on the generator to minimum then enable
the output.
6. Set the sine wave generator to 50 kHz, and adjust the amplitude
to 3.00 V as measured on the oscilloscope.
7. Set the generator to 50 MHz, and set the oscilloscope to
5 ns/division. Check for ≥ 2.1 V amplitude.
8. Disable the generator output and disconnect the probe input .
DC CMRR
1. Set the attenuation of the probe to 100X.
2. Set the oscilloscope input coupling to DC, the vertical to
3. Attach the BNC-female-to-dual-banana adapter to the DC output
4. Attach the plunger clamps on the differential probe input leads.
5. Twist the input leads together as shown i n Figure 2 on page 5,
6. Adjust the offset on the probe output to zero.
WARNING. Generator produces hazardous voltages. To avoid risk of
shock, do not touch exposed metal parts after the generator output is
enabled.
100 mV/div, and the seconds/div to 200 s. Center the trace on
the display. Set the acquisition mode to average 32.
of the generator (front of Wavetek 9100). Attach the modified
BNC adapter to the BNC-female-to-dual-banana adapter.
and connect both probe inputs to the positive terminal of the
modified BNC adapter.
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7. Set the output of the generator to 500 VDC.
8. Enable the output.
9. Check that the trace on the oscilloscope shifts less than
1.67 divisions (167 mV) from center.
10. Disable the generator output .
WARNING. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure the generator
output is disabled before modifying/disconnecting test setup or
connections since exposed metal may at a hazardous potential. It is
recommended that the generator output amplitude be reduced to
minimum prior to disabling the output.
11. Disconnect all test equipment.
This completes the performance verification procedure.
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Replaceable Parts
This section contains a list of the replaceable m odules for the P5210
probe. Use this list to identify and order replacement parts.
Parts Ordering Information
Replacement parts are available through your local Tektronix field
office or representative.
Changes to Tektronix instruments are sometimes made to accommodate improved components as they becom e available and to give you
the benefit of the latest circuit improvements. Therefore, when
ordering parts, it is important to include the following information in
your order:
H Part number
H Instrument type or model number
H Instrument serial number
H Instrument modification number, if applicable
If you order a part that has been replaced with a different or
improved part, your loca l Tektronix field office or re presentative will
contact you concerning any change in part number.
You may exchange your module for a remanufactured module. These
modules cost significantly less than new modules and meet the same
factory specifications. For more information about the module
exchange program, For more information about the module exchange
program, refer to Contacting Tektronix, on page viii.
Using the Replaceable Parts List
This section contains a list of the mechanical and/or electrical
components that are re placeable for the P5210 probe. Use this list to
identify and order replacement parts. Table 7 describes each column
in the parts list.
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Table 7: Parts list column descriptions
Column Column name Description
1 Figure & index number Items in this section are referenced by figure and
index numbers to the exploded view illustrations
that follow.
2 Tektronix part number Use this part number when ordering replacement
parts from Tektronix.
3 and 4 Serial number Column three indicates the serial number at
which the part was first effective. Column four
indicates the serial number at which the part was
discontinued. No entries indicates the part is good
for all serial numbers.
5 Qty This indicates the quantity of parts used.
6 Name & description An item name is separated from the description
by a colon (:). Because of space limitations, an
item name may sometimes appear as incomplete.
Use the U.S. Federal Catalog handbook H6-1 for
further item name identification.
7 Mfr. code This indicates the code of the actual manufacturer
of the part.
8 Mfr. part number This indicates the actual manufacturer or vendor
part number.
Abbreviations
Abbreviations conform to American National Standard ANSI
Y1.1--1972.
Mfr. Code to Manufacturer Cross Index
The table titled Manufacturers Cross Index shows codes, names, and
addresses of manufacturers or vendors of components listed in the
parts list.
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1
2
3
4
5
Figure 14: P5210 probe and replaceable accessories
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Replaceable Parts
TK2565 003--1433--00
PLASTIC,BLACK
TK6076 016--1461--00
TK2548 070--9841--XX
PROBE TO INSTRUMENT UNDER TEST, SECURES
ALL
4 LANGUAGES,P5210,DP
Qty Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number
Serial no.
discont’d
Serial no.
effective
Tektronix
P5210 probe and replaceable accessories
part number
Fig. &
index
number
14--1 1 PROBE, DIF ACT:TEK PROBE, P5210 80009
--2 003--1433--00 1 SCREWDRIVER:ADJUSTMENT TOOL,METAL TIP
--3 016--0633--00 1 MARKER SET,CA:2 EA VARIOUS COLORS 80009 016-- 0633--00
--4 020--2195--00 1 ACCESSORIES KIT:ACCESSORIES FOR P5210 80009 020--2195--00
--5 016--1461--00 1 STRAP:SOFT CASE FOR P5205, P5200, SECURES
070--9841--XX 1 MANUAL,TECH:INSTRUCTION,
070--9895--XX 1 MANUAL,TECH:SERVICE,P5210,DP TK2548 070--9895--XX
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NOTE: Parts illustrated
with dashed lines are not
Replaceable Parts
80009 334-- 9265--00
replaceable
5
LEXAN,P5210
Qty Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number
Serial no.
discont’d
4
Serial no.
3
2
1
Figure 15: Replaceable parts - compensation box
Replaceable parts - compensation box
effective
Tektronix
part number
--2 131--3627--01 1 CONTACT,ELEC:GOLD PLATED TIP 18359 P--6158--1
--3 206--0429--08 1 COMP BOX H ALF:P5205,COMP BOX HALF TK2565 206--0429--08
Fig. &
index
number
15--1 205--0191--00 1 SHELL,ELEC CONN:BNC,ABS,DOVE GRAY 80009 205--0191--00
--4 334--9265--00 1 MARKER,IDENT:COMP BOX ID LABEL,GE
--5 206--0430--00 1 COMP BOX:COVER,BOTTOM HALF 80009 206-- 0430--00
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2
Qty Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number
Serial no.
discont’d
Serial no.
effective
1
Tektronix
Figure 16: P5210 probe optional accessories
Optional accessories
part number
Fig. &
index
number
16--1 003--1383--00 1 RLSE TOOL,COVER:COMP BOX,POLYCARBONATE TK2565 003--1383--00
1103 1 TEKPROBE IF PS:W/OFFSET 2 CONN 80009 1103
--2 013--0290--01 1 HOOKTIP,SET:BLACK,LARGE AND SMALL TK2469 012--0290--01
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BEAVERTON, OR 97077--0001
Replaceable Parts
VANCOUVER, WA 98661
PO BOX 500
SUITE 2
Mfr.
code Manufacturer Address City, state, zip code
18359 PYLON CO. INC. 51 NEWCOMB ST ATTLEBORO, MA 02703--1403
80009 TEKTRONIX INC 14150 SW KARL BRAUN DR
Manufacturers cross index
TK2469 UNITREK CORPORATION 3000 LEWIS & CLARK HWY
TK2548 XEROX CORPORATION 14181 SW MILLIKAN WAY BEAVERTON, OR 97005
TK2565 VISION PLASTICS INC 26000 SW PARKWAY CENTER DRIVE WILSONVILLE, OR 97070
TK6076 FOARM INC 501 E GUTIERREZ ST SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103
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