User Manual
P7313 12.5 GHz
P7380A 8 GHz
P7360A 6 GHz
P7340A 4 GHz
Z--Activet Differential
Probe Family
071-1703-03
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This warranty is for the probe:
WARRANTY 2
Tektronix warrants that the 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 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
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 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.
This warranty is for the probe accessories:
WARRANTY 14
Tektronix warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of three (3) months from the date of original purchase from an authorized
Tektronix distributor. If the 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. 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, 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
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 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............................
Preface vii............................................
Conventions Used in this Manual vii.......................
Documentation vii......................................
Environmental Conside rations viii.......................
Product End-of-Life Handling viii.......................
Restriction of Hazardous Substances viii..................
Getting Started 1.....................................
Key Features 1.......................................
Handling the Probe 2..................................
Cleaning 2.......................................
Operation Basics 3...................................
Connecting to the Host Instrument 3......................
Selecting the Probe Attenuation (Scaling) 4.............
Connecting a Tip-Clip Assembly 5....................
Functional Check 5....................................
Test Procedure 6...................................
Installing a Tip-Clip Assembly 7......................
Probe Calibration 10....................................
Test Procedure 10...................................
Tip-Clip Ejector 12.....................................
Removing a Tip-Clip Assembly 12.....................
Tip-Clip Ejector Installation 13........................
Connecting to a Circuit Board 14..........................
Soldered Tip-Clip Assembly 15........................
Handheld Adapter 20................................
Square Pin Tip-Clip Assembly. 24......................
Fixtured Probing 25....................................
Reinstalling the Flex Strip 26.............................
Wire Replacement (P7313 Only) 27.......................
Typical Characteristic 27................................
Accessories 29........................................
Standard Accessories 29.................................
Optional Accessories 39................................
Options 41............................................
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Probe Applications 43..................................
Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM) Testing 43............
P7000 Probe with a TDS8000 Sampling Oscilloscope 44......
Measuring an RF Signal with a P7000 Series Probe 46.........
Measuring a PCI Express signal with a P7000 probe 47........
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Tables
Figures
Table of Contents
Table 1: Typical electrical characteristics 27..............
Table 2: Typical environmental characteristics 28..........
Table 3: Standard accessories 29........................
Table 4: Optional accessories 39.........................
Figure 1: Connect TekConnect to instrument 3............
Figure 2: Probe (front) 4..............................
Figure 3: Equipment used for the functional check 5.......
Figure 4: Connect to the probe for functional check 6......
Figure 5: Installing a Tip-Clip assembly 7................
Figure 6: Short resistor leads 9.........................
Figure 7: Connect the probe for probe calibration
(TDS6000B/C shown) 11.............................
Figure 8: Removing a Tip-Clip assembly 12...............
Figure 9: Attaching a Tip-Clip Ejector 13.................
Figure 10: Soldered Tip-Clip assemblies 14................
Figure 11: Connect to a circuit board 15..................
Figure 12: TDS/CSA8X00 Series Sampling oscilloscope 17...
Figure 13: Wire-lead length for HBW Tip-Clip assemblies 18
Figure 14: Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly 20..........
Figure 15: Assembling the handheld adapter 21............
Figure 16: Lock the handheld adapter 22.................
Figure 17: Square Pin Tip-Clip assembly 24...............
Figure 18: Fixtured probe 25............................
Figure 19: Reinstalling the flex strip 26...................
Figure 20: Circuit board with Tip-Clip assemblies 43.......
Figure 21: TDS8000 sampling oscilloscope 44..............
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Figure 22: RTPA2A Probe adapter setup 46...............
Figure 23: RT-Eye application 47........................
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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.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
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 from the circuit under test
before disconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Connect the probe output to the
measurement instrument before connecting the probe to the circuit
under test. Connect the probe reference lead to the circuit under test
before connecting the probe input. Disconnect the probe input and
the probe reference lead from the circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.
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.
Connect the probe reference lead to earth ground only.
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 wit h
covers or panels removed.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed conne ctions and
components when power is present.
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.
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Symbols and Terms
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.
Symbols on the Product. The following symbol may appear on the
product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
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Preface
This manual describes the installation and operation of the P7313,
P7380A, P7360A, and P7340A Z-Active Differential Probe Family.
Basic probe operations and concepts are presented in this manua l.
All documents listed below are l ocated on the Documentation CD
that came with your product and the Tektronix Web site. To access
the Tektronix Web site, refer to Contacting Tektronix on the
copyright page of this manual.
Conventions Used in this Manual
The following icon is used throughout this manual to indicate a
step sequence.
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Documentation
To read about Use these documents
Installation and Operation (overviews)
Read the user manual for general information about
how to use your probe.
In-Depth Operation Use the technical reference manual (located on your
documentation CD--ROM) along with the user
manual.
Performance Verification
and Specifications
Applications Read the Application Examples in the user manual.
Reordering Tip-Clip
Assemblies and Tip-Clip
Performance
Use the technical reference manual.
Use the Probe Accessory Reorder sheet (located on
your documentation CD--ROM) when reordering
Tip-Clip accessories and checking Tip-Clip
performance. This sheet is located in a pocket of the
probe soft case.
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Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of
the product.
Product End-of-Life Handling
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 t o the envi ronment 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 a bout recycling
options, check the Support/Service section of the
Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.c om).
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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, mercury,
and hexavalent chromium.
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Key Features
H Rise time <40 ps (guaranteed) P7313
10--90% <55 ps (guaranteed) P7380A
H Differential ±1 V (5X) P7380A, P7360A, & P7340A
Signal ±2.5 V (25X) P7380A, P7360A, & P7340A
Range ±0.625 V (5X) P7313
(DC Coupled) ±2.0 V (5X) P7313
The Z-Active Differential Probe Family can help
you probe in tight places while preserving high
bandwidth and improving connectivity with low
loading. Key features include:
H Bandwidth >12.5 GHz (typical) P7313
>8.0 GHz (typical) P7380A
>6.0 GHz (typical) P7360A
>4.0 GHz (typical) P7340A
<70 ps (guaranteed) P7360A
<100 ps (guaranteed) P7340A
H Input resistance
H 100 KΩ differential
H 50 KΩ per side
H AC loading (see Technical Reference)
H Interchangeable probe Tip-Clip assemblies
H Solder down and square pin capability
H Handheld adapter with variable spacing Tip-Clip assembly
H Fixturing with an adapter
H Small probe head for easy probing of SMDs
H TekConnect Interface
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Handling the Probe
This probe is a precision high-frequency device; exercise care when
you use and store the probe. The probe and cable are susceptible to
damage caused by careless use. Always handle the probe at the
compensation box and probe head, to avoid undue physical strain to
the probe cable, such as kinking, excessive bending, or pulling.
Visible dents in the cable will increase signal aberrations. Do not
drop the probe or subject it to physical shock. Damage to the probe
may result.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the probe, always use an anti--static
wrist strap connected to a static-controlled workstation when you
handle the probe. The probe input contains electronic components
that can be damaged by contact with high voltages, inc luding static
discharge.
Cleaning
Protect the probe from adverse weather conditions. The probe is not
waterproof.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the probe, do not expose it to sprays,
liquids, or solvents. Avoid getting moisture inside the probe during
exterior cleaning.
Do not use chemical cleaning agents; they may damage the probe.
Avoid using chemicals that contain benzine, benzene, toluene, xylene,
acetone, or similar solvents.
Clean the exterior surfaces of the probe with a dry, lint-free cloth or a
soft-bristle brush. If dirt remains, use a soft cloth or swab dampened
with a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution. A swab is useful to clean
narrow spaces on the probe, use only enough solution to dampen the
swab or cloth. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the
probe.
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Connecting to the Host Instrument
CAUTION. To avoid ESD damage to the probe, always use
an antistatic wrist strap (provided with your probe), and
work at a static-approved workstation when you handle
the probe.
The TekConnect interface features a spring-loaded latch that
provides audible and tactile confirmation that a reliable connection
has been made to the host instrument.
Follow these steps to connect the TekConnect interface and set the
probe to 5X or 25X probe attenuation.
1. Slide the probe into the TekConnect receptacle on the host
instrument. The probe snaps into the receptacle when fully
engaged.
Latch button
Figure 1: Connect TekConnect to instrument
When the probe is connected, the host instrument reads information
from the probe, identifies the device, and powers on the appropriate
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power supplies. The preamp inputs on the host instrument are ESD
protected by remaining grounded until a valid TekConnect device is
detected.
NOTE. DC typical characteristics are located on page 27. For
detailed electrical performance information, see your technical
reference manual located on the CD.
Selecting the Probe Attenuation (Scaling)
When powered on, the indicator LEDs light briefly, and indicate that
the attenuation is selected.
2. Press the Dynamic Range Select button to choose between 5X
and 25X probe attenuation settings. Note that the dynamic range
changes when the attenuation setting is changed. See Figure 2.
3XX
x.xxxv
x.xv
Indicator
1
lights
Quick Tip. Flashing indicator lights
during or after the probe power on
indicates that an internal probe
diagnostic fault exists. Disconnect
and reconnect the probe to restart the
power-on diagnostic sequence. If the
LEDs continue to flash, the probe is
defective, and must be returned to
Tektronix for repair.
Dynamic Range
Select button
Quick Tip. For the best noise
performance, choose the 5X attenuator setting if it meets the dynamic
range requirements for the signal.
Figure 2: Probe (front)
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Connecting a Tip-Clip Assembly
To connect a Tip-Clip assembly to your probe, refer to Installing a
Tip-Clip assembly on page 7, Connecting to a Circuit Board on
page 14, and the Accessory section on page 33 for more information
about Tip-Clip assemblies.
Functional Check
After installing the probe on the oscilloscope, you can perform a
functional check using the PROBE COMPENSATION or FAST
EDGE connection on the front panel of the oscilloscope, depending
on the model of oscilloscope used.
For more information about accessories, see the Accessories section
startingonpage29.
Oscilloscopes with
a TekConnect Interface
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Long Flex, Small Resistor,
Tip-Clip assembly
Probe
SMA (M)-to-BNC (F) adapter. Other
oscilloscopes with BNC connectors do
not need this adapter.
(Tektronix part number 015-0554-XX)
Figure 3: Equipment used for the functional check
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Test Procedure
Following is a method for connecting the probe to a typical
compensation connector.
1. Connect the probe to any channel of the oscilloscope.
2. Set the oscilloscope to display the probe channel.
3. Set the probe gain to 25X.
4. Connect the BNC (M)-to-Minigrabbers (with an SMA (M)-to-BNC
(F) adapter) to the oscilloscope Probe Compensation connector.
SeeFigure4.
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Optional: Use a Velcro strap
to stabilize the probe when
taking measurements.
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Figure 4: Connect to the probe for functional check
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Installing a Tip-Clip Assembly
Retrieve a Long Flex, Small Resistor, Tip-Clip assembly from the
Accessory Kit that came with your probe. For a list of Tip-Clip
assemblies, refer to the Accessory sectiononpage33.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the Tip-Clip, use care when you
handle any of the Tip-Clip assemblies.
5. Attach the Long Flex, Small Resistor, Tip-Clip assembly to the
probe tip.
a. Grasp the sides of the Tip-Clip assembly and slide it
toward the back of the probe tip. You will feel the
Tip-Clip assembly click past a ridge on the probe tip when
it is properly seated. See Figure 5.
b. Check that the Tip-Clip housing seats flush against the
probe-tip contacts.
Probe-tip
b
contacts
a
Figure 5: Installing a Tip-Clip assembly
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6. Connect the BNC-to-Minigrabbers to the Long Flex, Small
Resistor, Tip-Clip assembly on the probe.
H Connect the probe + input to the BNC red (+) terminal.
H Connect the probe -- input to the adapter -- or ground.
Quick Tip: The PPM203B Articulat ing Arm (used with the Probe
Arm Adapter) and PPM100 Positioner Arm are not required, but
may be used to support the probe. This relieves strain on the
Tip-Clip assembly and provides a stable waveform measurement.
See the Accessories section of this manual on page 40.
7. Adjust the oscilloscope to display a stable waveform (we
recommend that you use the Autoset function). When you see a
stable square wave, check the amplitude.
The probe compensation signal amplitude and common mode
voltage is dependent on oscilloscope model. Check that the signal
amplitude on the oscilloscope and the common mode voltage
approximate those in the table:
P7313, P7380A, P7360A,
or P7340A probe set at
25X Attenuation
Signal amplitude 400 mV p-p 1.0 V p-p
V
CM
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TDS6604 TDS7704
1.8 V --500 mV
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8. Use the (--) Minigrabber to short the resistor leads together and
connect to a ground potential. See Figure 6.
6
0 V (Ground potential)
Figure 6: Short resistor leads
With the probe offset set to 0.0 V, the oscilloscope display will be at
the ground reference.
9. Set the oscilloscope volts/division to 2 V.
10. Adjust the PROBE OFFSET between +4 V and --3 V. The
displayed waveform will vary between approximately +3 V and
-- 4 V .
11. Disconnect the shorting (--) Minigrabber.
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Probe Calibration
After you perform a functional check of the probe, run a probe
calibration routine. Probe calibration minimizes measurement errors
by optimizing the gain and offset of the probe and oscilloscope
combination. We recommend that you repeat the probe calibration on
each channel that you use. Individual calibration constants are stored
for each probe on each channel.
After you calibrate and then disconnect the probe, there may be a
slight offset displaye d on the screen. This slight offset occurs if you
leave the probe inputs open. The normal measurement configuration
is to calibrate the probe offset with a low source impedance. To
check offset calibration, short the probe tips together. When the
offset returns to zero, you have completed a successful probe
calibration.
CAUTION. To avoid ESD damage to the probe, always use an
antistatic wrist strap (provided with your probe), and work at a
static-approved workstati on when you handle the probe.
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You can use the equipment shown in the Functional Check in
Figure 3 on page 5 t o perform the probe calibration.
Test Procedure
The Calibration Status of the instrument Signal Path Compensation
test must be pass for the probe calibration routine to run:
1. From the Utilities menu, select Instrument Calibration.
2. In the Calibration box, check that the Status field is pass. If it is
not, disconnect all probes and signal sources from the oscilloscope, and run the Signal Path Compensation routine.
When the Signal Path compensation test status is pass, run the
following probe calibration routine:
3. Connect the probe to one of the oscilloscope channels, and set the
oscilloscope to display the channel. Allow the probe to warm up
for 20 minutes.
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NOTE. Connect the + probe input to the positive Minigrabber,
connect the -- probe input to the ground Minigrabber.
4. Connect the BNC-to-Minigrabbers to the oscilloscope PROBE
CAL connector as shown in Figure 7.
If a PROBE CAL connector is not available on your oscilloscope,
you may be able to use the PROBE COMPENSATION connector
for the probe calibration procedure. Check your oscilloscope
manual or online Help for specific direction on probe calibration.
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Figure 7: Connect the probe for probe calibration (TDS6000B/C shown)
5. In the menu bar, select Vertical and then select Probe Cal.
6. When the Probe Cal dialog box appears, select Clear Probe Cal,
and then select Calibrate Probe.
The probe calibration routine runs, optimizing the probe to the
oscilloscope for both probe attenuation settings.
7. After a successful Probe Cal, the screen displays pass.
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Tip-Clip Ejector
A Tip-Clip Ejector is shipped installed on the probe tip and is used to
remove the Tip-Clip assembly.
CAUTION. To prevent wear to the Tip-Clip housing, it is recommended that you use the Tip-Clip Ejector to remove the Tip-Clip
assembly from the probe tip.
Removing a Tip-Cli p Assembly
Follow these steps to remove the Tip-Clip assembly by using the
Tip-Clip Ejector:
1. Grasp the sides of the Tip-Clip Ejector and slide the Tip-Clip
Ejector towards the front of the probe tip. You will feel the
Tip-Clip Ejector click past a ridge on the probe tip and the
Tip-Clip assembly will loosen. See Figure 8.
2. Remove the Tip-Clip assembly.
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Tip-Clip Ejector
2
1
Tip-Clip
assembly
Figure 8: Removing a Tip-Clip assembly
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Tip-Clip Ejector Installation
If you find that a Tip-Clip Ejector is missing from the probe tip,
follow these steps to reattach the Tip-Clip Ejector:
We recommend that you use the Magni-Spec magnifiers when you
attach the Tip-Clip Ejector to the probe tip.
1. Remove any Tip-Clip assemblies from the probe tip, if necessary.
2. Turn the probe tip over with the back of the probe tip facing you.
SeeFigure9.
3. Position the Tip-Clip Ejector with the angled faces pointing
towards the probe tip.
4. Place the Tip-Clip Ejector into the slot on the back of the probe
tip. The Tip-Clip Ejector slides easily in this slot when placed
correctly.
Tip-Clip Ejector
4
3
2
Figure 9: Attaching a Tip-Clip Ej ector
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Connecting to a Circuit Board
When connecting to a circuit, you can use the probe in three modes:
H Use one or several Tip-Clip assemblies soldered to a circuit board
for measurements in tight spaces. See Figure 10.
H Use the Handheld Adapter with the Variable Spacing Adapter
where probe clearance is less of an issue.
H Use a fixtured adapter for hands-free probing.
H Use the Square Pin Ti p-Clip assembly to probe a pair of square
pins.
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Figure 10: Soldered Tip-Clip assemblies
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Soldered Tip-Clip Assembly
Follow these steps to solder a Tip-Clip assembly to a circuit board,
except for the HBW Tip-Clip assemblies; then see page 18.
NOTE. For the choice of Tip-Clip assemblies and Tip-Clip performance information, see page 33 in the Accessories section.
Identify a location near the circuit under test where the Tip-Clip ca n
be placed and soldered to a circuit with the recommended Tip-Clip
damping resistor lead length (see step 4).
1. Attach the Tip-Clip Tape to the circuit board, then press the
Tip-Clip assembly to the tape. See Figure 11. Wait a moment for
the adhesive to set.
Oscilloscopes with
a TekConnect Interface
Tip-Clip Tape
Velcro strap
and dot
Circuit under test
Figure 11: Connect to a circuit board
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Connect the probe to any oscilloscope that features the TekConnect
interface.
2. Attach the probe to the Tip-Clip assembly.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the circuit board or circuit board
connections due to accidental movement of the probe and soldered
leads, it is recommended that the Tip-Clip assembly and probe be
secured to the circuit board using the provided Velcro fastening strap
and dots, and the Tip-Clip Tape.
3. Attach the Velcro fastening strap and dots to the probe and circuit
board.
CAUTION. To avoid damage to the Tip-Clip or the circuit under test,
avoid applying excessive heat from the soldering iron. Use a low
wattage, temperature-controlled soldering iron and appropriately
sized soldering iron tip.
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4. Solder the Tip-Clip leads to test points on your circuit board. See
Quick Tips.
Quick Tips
H For optimum performance and signal integrity, keep the lead
length between the DUT (Device Under Test) and the Tip-Clip
resistor short, less than 0.050-in if possible, and the lead lengths
the same length.
H Since the Tip-Clip loading is relatively light at about 0.1 pF, you
may be able to leave several Tip-Clip assemblies attached to your
circuit while you take measurements, depending on the
sensitivity of your circuit to loading. Tip-Clip loading of t he
circuit under test is minimum when the probe is attached to the
Tip-Clip.
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You can connect TekConnect probes to some nonTekConnect
instruments using special probe adapters. The 80A03 TekConnect
Probe Interface adapts any TekConnect probe to the TDS8X00 and
CSA8X00 Series oscilloscopes. The RTPA2A TekConnect Probe
Interface adapts any TekConnect probe to the RTSA Real-Time
Spectrum Analyzers. See page 44 for alternate setups.
TDS/CSA8X00 Series Oscilloscope
Trigger
signal
Data
signal
SMA
cable
Circuit
under test
80E0X
module
Trigger input
Velcro strap
and dot
Tip-Clip Tape
80A03 TekConnect
Probe Interface
80A03
Figure 12: TDS/CSA8X00 Series Sampling oscilloscope
NOTE. For proper operation, the 80A03 firmware must be version 2.0
or above. The firmware version label is on the rear panel of the
80A03 instrument.
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Soldered HBW Tip-Clip Assemblies (P7313 Only).
The HBW solder-in Tip-Clips are required for full bandwidth
measurements using the P7313 probe. The HBW Tip-Clips are
designed with damping resistors mounted on a flex circuit and circuit
attachment wires soldered to the ends of the damping resistors (see
Figure 13).
HBW Right--Angle, Flex
Tip-Clips
HBW Straight Flex
Tip-Clips
Trim length
≈1.27 mm
(≈0.050 in)
Trim length
≈1.27 mm
(≈0.050 in)
0.254 mm
(0.010 in)
3.048 mm
(0.120 in)
Figure 13: Wire-lead length for HBW Tip-Clip assemblies
The attachment wires can be bent symmetrically to vary the
interconnect spacing. Care must be used when soldering a HBW
Tip-Clip to a circuit under test to avoid inadvertently desoldering
either the attachment wires or the damping resistor.
0.254 mm
(0.010 in)
3.048 mm
(0.120 in)
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Use the following precautions when soldering HBW Tip-Clips:
H Avoidstrainontheattachmentwires.Toavoidstrainonthe
attachment wires, the HBW Tip-Clip should be attached to the
circuit board with the Tip-Clip tape as shown in Figure 11 on
page 15. The use of Velcro fastening straps and dots to anchor the
probe body is also recommended.
H Use the high-temperature solder supplied with the wire
replacement kit when replacing wires on the HBW Tip-Clip
damping resistor. The relatively large thermal mass of the
damping resistor and the use of a high-temperature solder to
attach the wire to the damping resistor helps to reduce the risk of
accidentally desoldering the attachment wire from the damping
resistor. However, avoid applying too much heat from a soldering
iron when attaching the HBW Tip-Clip wires to the circuit under
test.
H Use a low-temperature solder to attach the HBW Tip-Clip wires
to the circuit under test.
H Use a low-wattage, temperature-controlled soldering iron and a
small mass soldering iron tip. The solde ring iron temperature
should be set as low as possible, while still providing a reliable
solder joint.
H The circuit interconnect on the circuit board should be pre-
trimmed, if possible, to minimize the wire attachment dwell time.
Carefully pre-trimming the Tip-Clip wire may also help reduce
the required soldering iron dwell time for the wire attachment to
the circuit.
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Handheld Adapter
Before probing with the Handheld Adapter, you must follow these
steps to attach the handheld adapter housings and Variable Spacing
Tip-Clip assembly to the probe:
1. Attach the Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly to the probe tip
(see Figure 14 on page 20). Although the Tip-Clip is insensitive
to mechanical attachment polarity, the probe measurement
polarity will be affected by the polarity of the probe input
contacts connected to the Variable Spacing Tip-Clip.
1
Lever arm (rotate the lever
arms to adjust the pin spacing)
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Figure 14: Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly
NOTE. The Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly is a small precision
part and careful handling will extend the life of this part. Use care
when applying pressure to the probe Tip-Clip assembly during
probing and handling.
To loosen the action of the lever arms on the Variable Spacing
Tip-Clip assembly, rotate the lever arms three or four times.
For Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly specifications, refer to the
technical reference on your documentation CD or Tektronix Web
site.
You can store the Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly in the plastic
accessory box.
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2. Separate the Handheld Adapter housings, if necessary (see
Figure 16 on page 22 for latch location), and place the probe in
the lower housing. See Figure 15.
a. Check that the plastic pins on the lower housing are keyed
in the slots on the probe (either side). When seated
correctly, the probe will not move in the lower housing.
b. Dress the wires around the post in the lower housing. For
consistent polarity, do not cross the wires.
c. Seat the probe tip on the metal pin in the nose of the lower
housing.
Slots
(two pins per slot, use either
side of the probe)
2
2b
2c
Elastomeric pads
Figure 15: Assembling the handheld adapter
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Lower
housing
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3. While holding the lower housing and probe still, hook the nose of
the upper housing into the nose of the lower housing.
4. Bring the two housings together.
5. Slide the latch forward on the upper housing to lock the housings
in place. See Figure 16.
4
22
5
3
Figure 16: Lock the handheld adapter
NOTE. When the Handheld Adapter is properly assembled, the
elastomeric pads seated in the nose of the Handheld Adapter (see
Figure 15) provide a balanced cushioning for the probe tip, unless
too much pressure is applied to the probe tip. This balanced
cushioning of the probe tip helps make the connections to the two
interconnect points of a differential measurement easier.
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How to Remove the Handheld Adapter Housing.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the Handheld Adapter when
removing it from the probe, slide the latch on the upper housing first
before attempting to separate the housings.
To remove the Handheld Adapter housings from the probe:
1. Slide the latch to the unlock position.
2. Slide the top housing back from the probe tip, and then separate
and remove the probe housing halves.
You can store the Handheld Adapter in the probe case that shipped
with the probe.
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Square Pin Tip-Clip Assembly.
Use the Square Pin Tip-Clip assembly for probing 0.025-in diameter
square pins spaced 0.1-in on center. Square pins are not an ideal
transmission path for high speed electrical signals. Square pins are
not recommended for signals faster than 100 ps or 3 GHz.
Oscilloscopes with
a TekConnect Interface
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Velcro strap
and dot
Circuit under test
Figure 17: Square Pin Tip-Clip assembly
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Fixtured Probing
Fixtured probing can be used to make hands-free connections to a
circuit under test. The probe arm adapter is used to attach the probe
body or Handheld Adapter to a PPM203B Articulating or PPM100
Probe Fastener. Figure 18 shows a fixtured probe (PPM203B with a
Probe Arm Adapter).
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Probe Arm
Adapter
PPM203B
Articulated Arm
Probe
Figure 18: Fixtured probe
Fixtured probing can be used with the Handheld Adapter and
Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly to make non-soldered,
hands-free connections to a circuit under test. Fixtured probing can
also be used to reduce the strain on the probe with solder-in probing
connections.
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Reinstalling the Flex Strip
If the flex strip separates from the Tip-Clip housing, follow these
instructions to reinstall the flex strip.
1. Ensure that the two elastomeric backing buttons are in place in
the Tip-Clip housing. Position the flex strip and Tip-Clip housing
as shown in 1 of Figure 19.
2. Reinstall the flex strip as shown in 2 of Figure 19. Check that the
flex strip is seated evenly against t he Tip-Cl ip housing.
1
Notched
edge (key)
Gold contacts
face upwards
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2
Pin notch
(key)
Push down and pull
back on the flex strip
Figure 19: Reinstalling the flex strip
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Notched
edge
(key)
Flex strip
Tip-Clip
housing
Elastomeric
backing buttons
Wire Replacement (P7313 Only)
If you need to resolder a HBW Tip-Clip wire lead, refer to the
instructions in the Wire Replacement Kit. This kit is located inside
the Accessory Kit box that came with the probe. The Wire
Replacement Kit includes the high temperature solder recommended
for use in replacing wire leads on the HBW Tip-Clips. The kit also
includes both replacement 8 mil wire and 4 mil wire, which is used
with smaller circuit board traces and vias.
Typical Characteristic
Typical characteristic s (Tables 1 and 2) describe t ypical but not
guaranteed performance
Table 1: Typical electrical characteristics
Characteristic Description
Differential Signal Range
(DC Coupled)
Operating Voltage Window P7380A, P7360A, & P7340A
.
P7380A, P7360A, & P7340A
±1V(5X)
±2.5 V (25X)
P7313
±0.625 V (5X)
±2.0 V (25X)
--3.0 V to +5.0 V (5X and 25X)
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P7313
--3.0 V to +4.0 V (5X and 25X)
Differential offset range --3.0 V to +4.0 V
Maximum nondestructive
input voltage
1
1
See the caution that follows.
±15 V
(DC + peak AC)
between either probe inputs and ground.
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CAUTION. To prevent permanent damage to the probe, do not exceed
15V pk on either differential input relative to ground.
Table 2: Typical environmental characteristics
Characteristic Description
Temperature
Humidity
(Noncondensing)
Altitude Operating: 3,000 m (≈10,000 ft)
Pollution Degree 2, Indoor Use only
1
Operating: 0 to +40 °C(+32to+104_F)
Nonoperating: --55 to +75 °C (--131 to +167 _F)
Operating: 0--90%RH, up to +30 °C(+32to+86_ F),
0--75%RH up to 40 °C(+86to+104_F)
Nonoperating: 0--90%RH, up to +30 °C(+32to+86_ F),
0--75%RH up to 75 °C(+86to+167_F)
Nonoperating: 15,000 m (≈50,000 ft)
See the warning that follows.
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WARNING.
stored at high ambient temperatures above +55
To avoid a burn hazard when the probe has been
°C (+131 °F),
allow sufficient time for the probe to cool before handling.
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Accessories
You can reorder the following parts separately if a part number is
listed, but in many cases the quantities differ from those originally
shipped.
Tip-Clip performance and application information is in this section
starting on page 33. For more detailed Tip-Clip information
(dimensions and waveforms), see the Specification section in your
technical reference manual on the probe documentation CD--ROM.
Standard Accessories
The following standard accessories are shipped with the probes as
noted below. In the reorder column, the number inside the parenthesis indicates the reorder quantity.
Table 3: Standard accessories
Accessory Shipped with Reorder (Tektronix part number)
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1
Pouch, nylon carrying case with inserts.
This carrying case has several compart-
1
ments to hold the probe and accessories.
1
1
016-1952-XX (1)
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1
BNC (M)-to-Minigrabber adapter. This
1
adapter connects the probe to the oscillo-
1
scope during the functional test.
1
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1
Magni-Spec Magnifier. A hands-free
1
magnifier that can be worn alone or over
1
eyeglasses to assist you when attaching
1
the Tip-Clip leads to your circuit board or
attaching the Tip-Clip Ejector. When not
needed, you can flip the magnifier lenses
up.
378-0486-XX (1)
Certificate
of
Calibration
Data
Calibration
Report
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1
Antistatic Wrist Strap. When using the
1
probe, always work at an antistatic work
1
station and wear the antistatic wrist strap.
1
006-3415-XX (1)
1
Calibration Certificate. A certificate of
1
traceable calibration is provided with every
1
probe.
1
Option D1 Data Calibration Report. The Data
Calibration Report lists the manufacturing
test results of your probe at the time of
shipment and is included with every probe.
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1
Accessory Reorder and Tip-Clip Data
1
Sheet. Use the accessory reorder sheet as
1
a quick guide for ordering probe accesso-
1
ries. An illustration of each Tip-Clip
assembly is on the reorder sheet. This
sheet is located in the probe case.
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
theboxoverforaccesstothesecondlid
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
(each language
option ordered)
Accessories
User Manual and CD-ROM. The user
manual provides instructions for operating
and maintaining the P7313, P7380A,
P7360A, and P7340A differential probes.
The documentation CD-ROM contains
PDFs of primers, basic probe and measurement literature, and the probe manuals
(the user manual and a probe specific
technical reference).
020-2640-XX English
020-2648-XX Japanese
020-2649-XX Simplified Chinese
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1 pair
HHA Housing. One pair of Handheld
1 pair
Adapter housings.
1 pair
015-0717--XX (1 pair)
1 pair
1kit
Accessory Kits. The kits include an
1kit
Attachment kit, a Color Band kit, Adhesive
1kit
Tip-Clip Tape, Keying labels, a Tip-Clip
1kit
Ejector kit, and an assortment of Tip-Clip
assemblies. Keying labels come attached
to the inside of the accessory kit lid. Turn
the boxoverforaccess to the second lid.
The Wire Replacement kit comes with the
P7313 Accessory Kit only.
020-2636-XX P7313 (kit of 1)
020-2557-XX P7380A (kit of 1)
020-2690-XX P7360A & P7340A (kit of 1)
.
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
Note. The following standard accessories are included
in the Accessory Kits, unless noted otherwise.
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1kit
Attachment kit. This kit includes two
1kit
Velcro fastening straps and ten Velcro dots
1kit
that are used to stabilize the probe body
1kit
when taking measurements.
016-1953-XX (Kit of 1 )
1kit
Color Band Kit. This kit includes two sets
1kit
of five colored pairs. When you are using
1kit
more than one probe, the bands enable
1kit
you to quickly match the probes to the
channels that they are connected to. To
use the marker bands, attach a band to the
indent on the end of the molded strain
relief of the probe cable and on the end of
the probe compensation box. Use the color
band that matches the color of the channel
that the probe is connected to.
016-1948-XX (Kit of 1 )
1kit
Wire Replacement Kit. (P7313 Accessory
--
kit only). This kit Includes three bobbins;
--
solder, 4 mil wire, and 8 mil wire plus an
--
instruction sheet. Use this kit to replace
wire leads on HBW Tip-Clip assemblies.
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313
P7380A
Blue
P7360A
P7340A
3
HBW Straight Flex, 8 mil wire, Tip-Clip
--
Assembly.
--
--
Bandwidth: >12.5 GHz (P7313)
TR: 10/90 <40 ps, 20/80 <25 ps
Loading: Z
>200 Ω to 10 GHz
MIN
Highest bandwidth and best probe loading
for HBW Tip-Clip assemblies. Using the
Wire Replacement Kit allows you the
flexibility to solder 8 mil or 4 mil wires to
small vias.
020-2639-XX (kit of 10)
020-2657-XX (kit of 5)
Accessories
Blue
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
3
HBW Right-Angle Flex, 8 mil wire,
--
Tip-Clip Assembly.
--
--
Bandwidth: >12 GHz (P7313)
TR: 10/90 <42 ps, 20/80 <27 ps
Loading: Z
MIN
Provides an alternative connection
orientation. Using the Wire Replacement
Kit allows you the flexibility to solder 8 mil
or 4 mil wires to small vias.
020-2638-XX (kit of 10)
020-2656-XX (kit of 5)
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313
Blue
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
3
Short Flex, Small Resistor, Tip-Clip
3
Assembly.
2
2
Bandwidth: >8.0 GHz (P7313 & P7380A)
TR:10/90 <55 ps*,20/80<35 ps
Loading: Z
290 Ω to8GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >6.0 GHz (P7360A)
TR: 10/90 <70 ps*, 20/80 <50 ps
Loading: Z
290 Ω to6GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >4.0 GHz (P7340A)
TR: 10/90 <100 ps*, 20/80 <75 ps
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290 Ω to4GHz
MIN
Best overall signal fidelity. The small
resistors are ideal for connecting to small
vias and fine pitch circuitry.*Guaranteed
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Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313
Blue
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
3
Medium Flex, Small Resistor, Tip-Clip
3
Assembly.
2
2
Bandwidth: >7.0 GHz (P7313 & P7380A)
TR: 10/90 <55 ps, 20/80 <35 ps
Loading: Z
290 Ω to8GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >5.0 GHz (P7360A & P7340A)
TR: 10/90 <70 ps, 20/80 <50 ps
Loading: Z
290 Ω to6GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >4.0 GHz (P7340A)
TR: 10/90 <100 ps, 20/80 <75 ps
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MIN
Good compromise between ease-of-use
and maximum performance when attaching to smaller devices or circuit board vias.
020-2602-XX (kit of 10)
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313
Blue
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
3
Long Flex, Small Resistor, Tip-Clip
3
Assembly.
2
2
Bandwidth: >6.0 GHz (P7313 & P7380A)
TR: 10/90 <130 ps, 20/80 <40 ps
Loading: Z
360 Ω to8GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >4.0 GHz (P7360A)
TR: 10/90 <130 ps, 20/80 <60 ps
Loading: Z
360 Ω to6GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >4.0 GHz (P7360A)
TR: 10/90 <100 ps, 20/80 <75 ps
Loading: Z
360 Ω to4GHz
MIN
Extended reach with good step response.
Useful for connecting to hard--to-reach
small vias and fine pitch circuitry. Conveniently sized to fit between DIMM modules.
Not recommended for signals faster than
4GHz.
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Red
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
--
Short Flex, Large Resistor, 1/8 W,
3
Tip-Clip Assembly.
--
--
Bandwidth: >8.0 GHz (P7380A)
TR: 10/90 <55 ps, 20/80 <35 ps
Loading: Z
290 Ω to8GHz
MIN
High bandwidth and good signal fidelity,
ideal for connecting to large features.
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Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313
Red
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
--
Medium Flex, Large Resistor, 1/8 W,
3
Tip-Clip Assembly.
2
2
Bandwidth: >8.0 GHz (P7380A)
TR: 10/90 <55 ps, 20/80 <35 ps
Loading: Z
260 Ω to8GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >5.0 GHz (P7360A)
TR: 10/90 <70 ps, 20/80 <50 ps
Loading: Z
260 Ω to6GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >4.0 GHz (P7340A)
TR: 10/90 <100 ps, 20/80 <75 ps
Loading: Z
260 Ω to4GHz
MIN
Good compromise between ease-of-use
and maximum performance when attaching to larger devices.
Accessories
020-2603-XX (kit of 10)
Red
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
--
Long Flex, Large Resistor, 1/8 W,
3
Tip-Clip Assembly.
--
Bandwidth: >7.0 GHz (P7380A)
--
TR: 10/90 <75 ps, 20/80 <40 ps
Loading: Z
MIN
Extended reach with good step response.
Useful for connecting to hard--to-reach
circuitry with large features. Conveniently
sized to fit between DIMM modules. Not
recommended for signals faster than
4GHz.
020-2605-XX (kit of 10)
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
1
Square Pin, Tip-Clip Assembly.
1
Bandwidth: >6.0 GHz (All probes)
1
TR: 10/90 <70 ps, 20/80 <50 ps
1
Use the Square Pin Tip-Clip assembly for
probing 0.025-in diameter square pins
spaced 0.1-in on center. Square pins are
not an ideal transmission path for high
speed electrical signals. Square pins are
not recommended for signals faster than
100 ps or 3 GHz.
020-2701--XX (3)
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Table 3: Standard accessories (Cont.)
Accessory Reorder (Tektronix part number)Shipped with
P7313 3 ea
P7380A 3 ea
P7360A 3 ea
P7340A 3 ea
Accessories
These parts cannot be ordered separately,
but both parts are included when reordering any Tip-Clip assembly.
Adhesive Tip-Clip Tape. (three strips of
10) Use the Tip-Clip Tape to secure the
Tip-Clip assembly to your circuit board.
Tip-Clip Ejector. (3) The Tip-Clip Ejector
assists in the removal of the Tip-Clip
assemblies from the probe tip.
P7313
P7380A
P7360A
P7340A
3
Variable Spacing Tip-Clip.
3
Bandwidth: >8 GHz (P7313 & P7380A)
3
TR: 10/90 <55 ps, 20/80 <35 ps
3
Loading: Z
220 Ω to8GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >6 GHz (P7360A)
TR: 10/90 <70 ps, 20/80 <50 ps
Loading: Z
220 Ω to6GHz
MIN
Bandwidth: >4 GHz (P7340A)
TR:10/90 <100 ps, 20/80 <75 ps
Loading: Z
220 Ω to4GHz
MIN
Use the Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly for probing test points spaced from
0.020-in to 0.180-in apart. Exercise care
when handling the articulated pins.
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Optional Accessories
Table 4: Optional accessories
Optional accessory Part number Description
PPM203B PPM203B Articulating Arm. This high
precision articulating arm has fine adjustment
controls for all three axes. It is designed for
probing PC boards, hybrids and MCMs that
employ fine-pitch devices and interconnects.
Use the Articulating Arm to provide stability
and support for the probes when taking
measurements. Use the Probe Arm Adapter
to attach a probe to the PPM203B Articulating Arm.
013-0339-XX Probe Arm Adapter. This adapter is used to
attach a probe to the end of the PPM203B
Articulating Arm or the PPM100 Probe
Positioner.
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PPM100 PPM100 Probe Positioner. A general
purpose bench top probe holder with flexible
arm, designed for hands-free probing and
fine positioning adjustments. The heavy duty
base can be replaced with the clamp for
securing the probe arm in a variety of
situations.
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Table 4: Optional accessories (Cont.)
Optional accessory DescriptionPart number
80A03
80A03 80A03 TekConnect Probe Interface
Accessories
Module. This module allows you to adapt the
TekConnect probes with a CSA8200 and
TDS8200 Series Sampling Oscilloscopes
and a 80E0X Sampling Modules.
The interface is comprised of an enclosure
that houses a compartment for one 80E0X
Electrical Sampling Module and two
TekConnect probe inputs. The interface
routes the probe signal outputs through SMA
connectors on the front panel. Semi-rigid
SMA cables link the probe outputs to the
80E0X module inputs. P7313, P7360A, and
P7340A Probes require firmware version 2.0
and above. The P7380A Probe requires
firmware version 1.2 and above.
The 80A03 Interface Module is required to
complete a performance verification of the
probe. For the performance verification
procedure, refer to the technical reference on
the documentation CD that came with your
probe.
RTPA2A RTPA2A TekConnect Probe Adapter. This
adapter allows you to connect a TekConnect
probe to a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer.
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Options
Option C3. Calibration Service 3 years
Option C5. Calibration Service 5 years
Option D3. Calibration Data Report, 3 years (with Option C3)
Option D5. Calibration Data Report, 5 years (with Option C5)
Option R3. Repair Service 3 years
Option R5. Repair Service 5 years
Option L0. English
Option L5. Japanese
Option L7. Simplified Chinese
Option CA1. Single calibration or functional verification event
limited by the recommended product calibration.
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Probe Applications
The following are representative applications where the Z-Active
Differential Probe Family characteristics enable measurements with
good signal fidelity. Refer to Z-Active: A New High Performance
Probe Architecture document (2FW--17826--X, at www.tektronix.com) or the CD for an in-depth discussion of these applications.
Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM) Testing
H Solder a group of Tip-Clip assemblies to the c ircuit board and
leave them in place on critical signal measurement locations.
(The DIMMs are then inserted into the motherboard sockets).
H Attach one or more probes to the Tip-Clip assemblies and probe
the critical measurement nodes. See Figure 20.
Figure 20: Circuit board with Tip-Clip assemblies
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P7000 Probe with a TDS8000 Sampling Oscilloscope
H Connect one channel of the 80A03 to probe a clock that is source
synchronous to the signal to be measured, to provide a trigger
signal. See Figure 21.
H Connect a cable between the TekConnect socket output connector
of the probed trigger signal and the sampling oscilloscope
External Trigger input.
H Probe the synchronous data signal you want to measure on the
other 80A03 channel.
TDS/CSA8000 Series Oscilloscope
80A03 TekConnect
Probe Interface
80A03
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Trigger input
Clock
signal
Circuit under test
Data
signal
SMA cable
Tip-Clip
Tape
Figure 21: TDS8000 sampling oscilloscope
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module
Probe Applications
This TekConnect measurement signal should be connected between
the TekConnect socket output and the embedded electrical sampling
module in the 80A03 interface using t he sta ndard short semi-rigid
cable.
If a synchronous clock signal source is not available, then use a
80A05 Module to recover a clean trigger signal that is synchronous
to the input signal.
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Measuring an RF Signal with a P7000 Series Probe
When the RTPA2A TekConnect probe adapter is used with a
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer and TekConnect probe, specific RF
components can be measured with greater ease. See Figure 22.
Real--Time
Spectrum Analyzer
USB*
Power cord
DC power
supply
Signal in*
(RF input)
RTPA2A
TekConnect Probe
P7000 Series
TekConnect
probe
*For USB and RF connector locations
on the spectrum analyzer, see your
spectrum analyzer user manual.
Adapter
Figure 22: RTPA2A Probe adapter setup
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cable
50 Ω SMA-to-N
cable
Circuit
under test
Probe Applications
Measuring a PCI Express signal with a P7000 probe
RT-Eye Application Software. W hen the P7000 probe is used with a
TDS6000 or TDS7000 real-time oscilloscope configured with
RT-Eye application software, physical layer testing on PCI Express
signals is performed with greater ease and accuracy. See Figure 23.
As shown in Figure 23, the RT-Eye software separates the acquired
transition and nontransition bits. The RT-Eye software also provides
an extensive collection of measurements and statistics on the
analyzed waveform record.
Transition bits
Measurements and statistics
Figure 23: RT-Eye application
Nontransition bits
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