Tektronix TDP0500, TDP1000 User Manual

TDP0500 & TDP1000 500 MHz & 1 GHz High Voltage Differential Probes Quick Start User Manual
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Warranty 2

Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipmen t. 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 s hall 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 c ountry in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall be responsib le for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned t o any other locations.
This warra nty 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 modied or integrated with other products when the effect of such modication or integration increases the time or difculty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WIT H 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 Safe ty Summary . .. ............................................................................................................... iii
EnvironmentalConsiderations ............................................................................................................. vi
Preface..................................................................................................................................... viii
Documentation....................................................................................................................... viii
Conventions Used in this Manual ................................................................................................... viii
Returningthe Probe for Servicing .................................................................................................... ix
Key Features ............................................................................................................................... 1
Operating Considerations.................................................................................................................. 2
Installation .................................................................................................................................. 4
Connecting to the Host Instrument ................................................................................................... 4
Probe Controls and Indicators........................................................................................................ 5
Functional Check ........................................................................................................................... 9
Required Equipment.................................................................................................................. 9
Calibration ................................................................................................................................. 11
Prerequisites......................................................................................................................... 11
Required Equipment................................................................................................................. 11
Test Procedure....................................................................................................................... 12
Table of Contents
Basic Operation............................................................................................................................ 15
Probe Head Assembly ...............................................................................................................15
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Table of Co ntents
Applications................................................................................................................................ 23
Accessories and Options.................................................................................................................. 27
Probing Principles ......................................................................................................................... 43
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................... 45
Index
Probe Input........................................................................................................................... 16
Probe Offset and AutoZero..........................................................................................................19
Using Standard Accessories . ....................................................................................................... 27
Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................ 37
Options............................................................................................................................... 42
Probe Grounding. . ................................................................................................................... 43
Input Impedance and Probe Loading. .. ............................................................................................. 44
Host Instrument Firmware ........................................................................................................... 45
Error Condition....................................................................................................................... 45
Replacement Parts .................................................................................................................. 46
Cleaning.............................................................................................................................. 46
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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 specied.
Only qualied personnel should pe rform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system. Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or t est leads while they are connected to a voltage
source.
Ground the Product. This product is indirectly grounded through the grounding conductor of the mainframe power cord. To avoid
electric shock, the grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid re or shock hazard, observe all rating s a nd 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 t erminal, including the common terminal, that exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
General Safety Summary
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by qualied
service personnel.
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General Safety Summary
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
TermsinthisManual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements ide ntify conditions or practices th at 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 and Terms on the Product
These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
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The following symbols may appear on the product:
General Safety Summary
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Environmental Considerations

Environmental Considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of the prod uct.
Product End-of-Life Handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or compo nent:
Equipment Recycling. Production of this equipment required the extraction and use o f natural resources. The equipment may
contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s end of life. In order to avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused or recycled appropriately.
The symbol shown below indicates that this product complies with the European Union’s r equirements according to Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (W EEE). For information about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com).
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Environmental Considerations
Restriction of Hazardous Substances
This product has been classied 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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Preface

Preface
This manual describes the installation and operation of the TDP0500 and TDP1000 High Voltage Differential probes. Basic probe operations and concepts are presented in this manual. You can also check the Tektronix Web site for this document and other related information.

Documentation

To read about Read these documents
First Time Operation, Functional Check, Operating Basics
Specications, Performance Verication The Technical Reference Manual.
In-depth oscilloscope op eration, user interfa ce, GPIB co mmands The online help (from the Help menu on the
*
To access the documentation that is installed on your instrument, click Start in t he taskbar and select Programs > TekApplications.
This Manual.
host instrument).
*

Conventions Used in this Manual

The following icon is used throughout this manual to indicate a step sequence.
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Returning the Probe for Servicing

If your probe requires servicing, yo u must return the probe to Tektronix. If the original packaging is unt for use or not available, use the following packaging guidelines:
Preparation for Shipment
1. Use a corrugated cardboard shipping
carton having inside dimensions at least one inch greater than the probe dimensions. The box should have a carton test strength of at least 200 pounds.
2. Put the probe into an antistatic bag or wrap it to protect it from dampness.
3. Place the probe into the box and stabilize it with light packing material.
4. Seal the carton with shipping tape.
5. Refer to Contacting Tektronix at the
beginning of this manual for the shipping address.
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Key Features

The T DP0500 and TDP1000 High Voltage Differential probes enable you to make accurate differential me asurements from DC to 500 MHz (TDP0500), or 1 GHz (TDP1000), using oscilloscopes featuring the new Tektronix TekVPI oscilloscope interface. Key features include:
DC to 500 MHz bandwidth (TDP0500) or
1 GHz (TDP1000)
Selectable±42Vor±4.25V(DC+
peak AC) differential input voltage ranges
±42 V DC offset range
100 Hz, 10 kHz, 1 MHz, and Full bandwidth
limiting lters
1MΩ differential input resistance
<1 pF differential input capacitance
>18 dB CMRR @ 250 MHz (42 V range)
Provides automatic units scaling on the
oscilloscope display
Large-signal performance verication
capability
Key Features
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Operating Considerations

Operating Considerations
Table 1: TDP0500 & TDP1000
Characteristic Description
Input Voltage
Temperature
Humidity
Altitude
Pollution Degree 2, Indoor use only
Differential:
±4.25 V (DC + peak AC), 3 V RMS ±42 V (DC + peak AC), 30 V RMS
Common Mode: ±35 V (DC + peak AC), 25 V RMS (Both ranges; input referenced to ground)
Operating: 0 to +40 °C (+32 °F to +104 °F) Nonoperating: -55 °C to +75 °C (-67 °F to +167 °F)
Operating: +30 °C to +40 °C (+86 °F to +104 °F) 0-90% RH
Nonoperating: +30 °C to +60 °C (+86 °F to +140 °F) 0-90% RH
Operating: Up to 3000 meters (10,000 feet) Nonoperating: Up to 12192 meters (40,000 feet)
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Figure 1: Voltage versus freque ncy derating curve
Operating Considerations
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Installation

Installation

Connecting to the Host Instrument

WARNING. Your TekVPI instrument may
require a rmware upgrade to support full functionality of the TDP0500 and TDP1000 probes. Before you connect the probe, check the version re quirements. (See page 45, Host Instrument Firmware.)
1. Slide the probe into the TekVPI receptacle. The probe snaps when fully engaged.
When you connect the probe, the host instrument reads information from the probe and identies the probe type.
2. To disconnect, press the latch release button and pull away from the instrument.
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Probe Controls and Indicators

Range Button and LEDs
When the probe is powered on, all LEDs briefly light d uring the power-on self test routine, and then one of the Range LEDs remains lit. This indicates that the probe is in normal operating mode.
Press the Range button to toggle the range selection. The corresponding LED lights to indicate the selected range.
NOTE. The host instrument sets all probe
settings to the last known state for the probe/channel combination. If none of the Range LEDs are lit, the instrument may have detected an error condition. Disconnect and reconnect th e probe to clear the error.
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Bandwidth Limit Button and LEDs
Press the Bandwidth Limit button to select one of four limit values. The corresponding LED lights to indicate the selected bandwidth limit.
When no LED is lit, the probe is operating at full bandwidth.
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DC Reject Button
Press the DC Reject but ton to eliminate the DC component of the measured signal from the output of the probe. The LED lights to indicate that the DC Reject is enabled.
DC reject is useful when you are measuring small amplitude signals superimp osed on a large differential offset component. DC reject generates an internal offset that cancels the DC component of the signal.
Because the input is always directly coupled, the DC reject mode does not increase the common and differential mode dynamic ranges for DC components. The DC reject mode also disables any capability of external offset adjustment.
Press the button again to disable DC Reject and return to DC coupling.
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Installation
Menu Button
1. Press the probe Menu button to display the
Probe Control screen on the oscilloscope.
NOTE. Probe menu screens vary slightly
between oscilloscope series; DPO7000 Series screens are shown here.
This screen includes controls for probe functions that are not accessible on the probe, such as AutoZero and Offset. Other functions, such as Bandwidth Limit, can be controlled from both locations.
2. Use the touch-screen buttons on the instrument to set the probe parameters.
3. Press the probe Menu buttonagainto close the Probe C ontrol screen.
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Functional Check

Use the following procedure to check that your probe is functioning properly. If you want to verify that your probe meets the warranted specications, refer to the Performance Verication procedures in the TDP0500 & TDP1000 Probes Technical Reference Manual.

Required Equipment

Functional Check
Description and quantity Performance requirement Recommended example
1
Oscilloscope Te kVPI Interface Tektronix DPO7000 Series
Y-lead adapter
0.25-in square pins for probe tip
196-3434-XX
2
connections
SMT KlipChip adapters (2)
1
Nine-digit part numbers (xxx-xxxx-xx) are Tektronix part numbers.
2
Standard probe accessory
0.25-in square pins-to-mini clips 206-0364-XX
2
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Functional Check
Signal
1. Connect the probe to any channel of the
oscilloscope and set the oscilloscope to display that channel.
2. Use the Y-lead Adapter and two SMT KlipChips to connect the probe tip to the PROBE COMP terminals on the oscilloscope.
3. Press AUTOSET (or adjust the oscilloscope) to display the calibration waveform. A stable waveform indicates that your probe is functioning properly.
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Calibration

The probe calibration routine minimizes your 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 th at you use. Individual calibration constants are stored for each probe on each channel.
NOTE. Probe calibration functions are not available on all oscilloscope mode ls.

Prerequisites

The e quipment must be warmed up for 20 minutes, and the calibration sta tus of the host instrument must be pass.

Required Equipment

The r equired equipment for calibration is the same as for the functional check. (See page 9, Required Equipment.)
Calibration
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Calibration

Test Procedure

Check the Calibration Status of the instrument:
1. From the Utilities menu, select Instrument Calibration.
2. In the Sta tus box, check that pass is displayed.
3. If the Instrument Calibration Status is not pass, run the Signal Path Compensation routine: Disconnect all probes and signal sources from the oscilloscope, and select Calibrate. When pass displays in the status bo x, proceed to the next step.
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4. Connect the probe to the oscilloscope
PROBE COMP connector.
5. From the Vertical menu, select Probe Cal.
Calibration
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Calibration
6. When the Probe Setup screen appears, select Clear ProbeCal, and then select Calibrate Probe.
The probe calibration routine begins. When the ro utine completes, a notier appears. Close the notier and begin using your probe.
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Basic Operation

Follow these operating guidelines to get optimum performa nce from your probe.

Probe Head Assembly

The probe head is de signed for ease of use andhighperformance. Itssmallsizemakesit easy to handle in tight areas.
1. The probe tip sockets are sized to press
onto two 0.025 inch pins spaced 0.100 inch apart.
2. The ground socket provides a short
ground path for ground connection s. Most differential measurements do not require a ground connection, however.
More information on the ground connection is available. (See page 43, Probe Grounding.)
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Basic Operation

Probe Input

The prob e is electrically protected against static voltage. However, if you apply voltages above its design limits you may damage the probe tip amplier. The limits are shown in the 4.25 V and 42 V range graphs on the following pages. (See Figu re 2 on page 17.) (See Figure 3 on page 18.)
Common-Mode Signal Range
The common-mode signal range is the maximum volta ge that you can apply to each input, with respect to earth ground, without saturating the input circuitry of the probe. A common-mode voltage that exceeds the common-mode signal range may produce an erroneous output waveform even when the differential-mode specication is met.
To verify the common-mode signal is within specication, set the probe to the 42 V range, temporarily connect one of the probe inputs to ground, and connect the o ther probe input to one output of the differential signal. Repeat the procedure to test the other output of t he differential signal.
Differential-Mode Signal Range
The differential-mode sign al range is the maximum voltage difference between the (+) and (-) inputs that the probe can accept without disto rting the signal. The distortion from a voltage that is too large can result in an invalid measurement.
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Figure 2: Dynam ic and Offset Limitations, 4.25 V Range
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Figure 3: Dynamic and Offset Limitations, 42 V Range
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Probe Offset and AutoZero

The prob e offset is adjustable to permit operation within the linear range of the probe and to increase the sen sitivity of the probe at higher DC measurement voltages. The AutoZero routine eliminates DC offset errors (drift) in the probe signal path, and aligns the offset value of the probe to the oscilloscope. We recommend that you perform the AutoZero routine rst (accessible through the probe Menu button), and then adjust the offset to achieve optimal probe performance.
AutoZero
NOTE. For best accuracy, set the Volts/Div
that you intend to use before you execute the AutoZero routine.
1. Press the Menu button on the probe to
display the Probe Control screen on the oscilloscope.
2. Short the probe tips to ground.
3. Press the AutoZero buttononthe
instrument to execute the AutoZero routine.
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Basic Operation
Offset
To set the probe offset, follow these steps:
NOTE. See your oscilloscope manual for
specic instructions on using the offset control.
1. Use the vertical position control to set a
2. Verify that the DC Reject LED on the probe
zero reference level on the oscilloscope display.
is not lit (the oscilloscope coupling is set to DC).
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Basic Operation
3. Attach the probe to the circuit.
4. Adjust the offset to bring the trace to the
oscilloscope zero reference.
5. If you change the volts/division setting,
adjusttheoffsettokeepthetraceonthe zero reference level.
NOTE. The probe has two linear operating ranges: ±4.25 V and ±42 V. The offset rang e is ±42 V for both operating ranges.
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Applications

The following example shows a simplied AC/DC circuit diagram that uses the TDP0500 or TDP1000 probe and a DPO7000 oscilloscope. The oscilloscope is loaded with the DPOPWR power measurement software app lication to solve a typical test problem.
Measure Switching Loss
In this example, you want to minimize the power loss at the switching device to improve the efciency of the power supply.
1. Connect the differential probe across t he switching device, and a current probe in series with the device. (See Figure 4.)
Applications
Figure 4: Power supply test points
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Applications
2. Run the DPOPWR application.
3. Select the Power Device tab.
4. Select Switching Loss option and press the Congure button.
5. In the Source Conguration Panel, set the appropriate I-Probe Settings.
6. Select the Deskew button to deskew probes and channels.
7. Select Switching Loss measurement.
8. Select Run to acquire data and display the results.
(See Figure 5 on page 25.)
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Figure 5: Switching loss result s display
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Applications
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Accessories and Options

This section lists the standard accessories and provides informa tion on how to use the accessories. Specications are provided where appropriate so that you can choose the accessory that best ts your needs. In some cases, reorder kit quantities differ from the actual number of accessories included with the probe.

Using Standard Accessories

Tip Saver
Use the Tip Saver to prolong the life of your probe tip contacts. The Tip Saver bears the wear of repeated connections rather than the probe tips.
1. Connect the Tip Saver to the probe.
2. Connect the probe tip accessory that y ou
want to use.
Two Tip Savers are included with the probe.
Reorder Tektronix part number:
016-1781-XX qty. 2
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Accessories and Options
Straight Pin Probe Tips
Use the straight pin probe tips for probing 100 mil-spaced components by hand. You can also use the tips with the other socketed leads and adapters.
WARNING. The tips have sharp points. To
prevent injury, use care when you handle the tips.
1. Push the tip into the socket until it is seated. You can use either end of the tip. Do not force the tip.
2. Probe your circuit.
Eight probe tips are included with th e probe.
Reorder Tektronix part number:
016-1890-XX qty. 8
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Longhorn Adapter
This accessory has ne pins for probing circuit board through-holes (vias). The pin spacing adjusts from 0 to 0.35 in.
WARNING. The pins have sharp points. To
prevent injury, use care when you handle the adapter.
1. Push the adapter into the probe until it is
seated. Do not force the tip.
2. Adjust the spacing between the pins to suit
your needs.
3. Probe your circuit.
Two adapters are included with the probe.
Reorder Tektronix part number:
016-1780-XX qty. 5
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Accessories and Options
Solder-Down Adapter
Use the Solder-Down adapter to probe common test points in your circuit. The adapter is available in two lengths: 1 inch and 3 inches. One of each length is provided with the probe.
The adapters include integral resistors for best signal delity. The 1 inch adapter can span up to 1.5 inches betwee n test points, and the 3 inch adapter can span up to 5.5 inches.
NOTE. The 3 inch adapter performance is
best below 500 MHz.
1. Solder the leads to the two test points.
2. Connect the adapter to the probe.
Reorder Tektronix part n umbers:
1 inch: 196-3504-XX qty. 1
3 inch: 196-3505-XX qty. 1
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Y-Lead Adapter
Use the Y-lead adapter to extend the reach of the probe and to connect to 0.025 inch squa re pins spaced as far as 1.5 inches apart.
NOTE. This adapter performance is best
below 250 MHz. We recommend that you use the 250 MHz bandwidth lter with this adapter.
The Y-lead adapter accepts any of the probe tips or adapters.
1. Push the adapter into the probe until it is
seated.
2. Connect the adapter to your circuit or
to another adapter, such as the SMT KlipChip.
Two adapters are included with the probe .
Reorder Tektronix part number:
196-3434-XX qty. 1
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Accessories and Options
SMT KlipChip
Use the SMT KlipChip test clips to access dense circuitry and IC leads spaced down to 10 mil-centers.
NOTE. This adapter performance is best
below 100 MHz. We recommend that you use the 250 MHz bandwidth lter with this adapter.
1. Press the Y-lead into the handle of the KlipChip test clip.
2. Turn the KlipChip body to allow better probe orientation.
3. If necessary, bend the exible sleeve of the KlipChip up to a 35 ° angle to reduce stress on the connection.
Three adapte rs are included with the probe.
Reorder Tektronix part numbers:
206-0364-XX qty. 1
SMG50 qty. 20
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3” Ground Lead
Use the ground lead for general, lower-frequency probing.
1. Connect the male end of the lead to the
ground socket on the probe.
2. Connect the socketed end of the lead to
any of the probe tips or adapters. You can also connect to 0.025 inch square pins in your circuit.
When selecting th e grounding connection, maintain as short a ground path as possible. (See page 43, Probe Grounding.)
Two ground leads are included with the probe.
Reorder Tektronix part number:
196-3437-10 qty. 2
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Accessories and Options
Color Band Kit
Use the color bands to help identify probes in a multi-probe application.
1. Attach one band to the probe cable and another one of the same color near the probe compensation box.
2. Connect the probe to the channel that matches the color of the band.
Five colored pairs are included w ith the probe.
Reorder Tektronix part number:
016-1315-XX qty. 5 colored pairs
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Pouch, Nylon Carrying Case with Inserts
Use the carrying case to hold the probe, the accessories, and the manual.
1. Place the probe, accessories, and manual
in the carrying case.
2. Close th e carrying case to transport the
accessories to another location or for storage.
Reorder Tektronix part number:
016-1952-XX
Accessories and Options
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Accessories and Options
Quick Start User Manual and Documentation CD-ROM
The Quick Start User Manual provides instructions for operating the TDP0500 and TDP1000 p robes. Printed copies are available in the languages listed below, and are also included on the CD. Store the manual and CD in the probe case for easy reference.
The documentation CD-ROM includes the TDP0500 and TDP1000 Technical Reference Manual, which provide s probing principles, specications, and performance verication procedures for the probes. This manual is provided in English language, PDF only.
Reorder Tektronix part numbers:
020-2722-XX (English)
020-2723-XX (Japanese)
020-2724-XX (S. Chinese)
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Optional Accessories

This section lists the optional accessories that you can purchase to help you with your probing tasks.
IC Micro-Grabber
Use the IC Micro-Grabber to probe the leads on integrated circuits that are surface-mounted. The IC Micro-Grabbers are easiest to use with the Y-Lead Adapter or Ground wires.
1. Push the IC M icro -Grabb er onto the wire
lead.
2. Press the lever to open the contacts.
3. Attach the IC Micro-Grabber to your circuit.
Order Tektronix part number:
SMK4 qty. 4
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Accessories and Options
TwinTip Adapter
This accessory provides two adjustable tips for probing con nections that are close to each other. The pin spacing adjusts from 0 to 0.31 in.
1. Push the ada pter into the probe tip until it is seated. Do not force the adapter. Also, be careful not to injure yourself on the sharp points.
2. Adjust the spacing between the pins to suit your needs.
3. Probe your circuit.
Order Tektronix part number:
016-1786-XX qty. 4
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TwinFoot Adapter
Use the TwinFoot adapter to probe two adjacent leads on a surface-mount integrated circuit. The exible ngers adapt to a range of lead spacings.
1. Push the adapt er int o the probe tips until
it is seated.
2. Touch the adapter to your integrated circuit
leads. One side of the adapter pins are insulated to prevent short-circuiting to adjacent pins.
Order Tektronix part number:
016-1785-XX qty. 4
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Accessories and Options
Spring-Loaded Ground Pin
Use the spring-loaded ground pin when you probe components that have a ne arby ground point.
1. Connect the pin to the ground socket on the probe.
2. Probe your circuit.
Order Tektronix part number:
016-1782-XX qty. 6
BNC-to-Probe Tip Adapter
Use this adapter for the performance verication tests. The adapter provides connections for signal sources, terminations, and probe test points. Instructions for use are included in the performance verication procedures.
Order Tektronix part number:
067-1734-XX
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TekVPI Calibration Fixture
The calibration xtureisrequiredtodoa performance verication on the probe. It provides an SMA con nector in the probe signal path for internal probe measurements. Instructions fo r use are included in the performance v erication procedu res.
Order Tektronix part number:
067-1701-XX
Accessories and Options
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Accessories and Options

Options

Service Options
Option CA1. Provides coverage for a single calibration event
Option C3. Calibration service 3 years
Option C5. Calibration service 5 years
Option D1. Calibration data r eport
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
Manual Options
Option L0. English language instruction manual
Option L5. Japanese language instruction manual
Option L7. Simplied Chinese language instruction manual
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Probing Principles

Read the helpful hints on the following pages to make probing easier and noise free.

Probe Grounding

In addition to the (+) and (-) inputs on the probe head, there is also a ground (common) input. You can use the probe to take a differential measurement regardless of whether the ground is connected.
CAUTION. To avoid damaging the circu itry
under test, connect the probe ground (common) to a ground-reference point only.
See the technical reference manual on the CD for more information.
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Probing Principles

Input Impedance and Probe Loading

When yo u connect the probe inputs to a circuit, you are introducing new resistance, capacitance, and inductance into the circuit. Each input of the differential probe has a characteristic input impedance of 500 kto ground in parallel with less than 2 pF.
For signals with low source impedance and frequency, the 500 kinput impedance on each input is large enough to prevent the inputs from loading the signal sources. The greater the source impedances and the higher the signal frequencies, the more you should take these factors into account.
The more the impedance of the signal source on an input increases, the more the probe loads the source and reduces the signal amplitude.
The frequen cy of the signal also affects signal measurement. As the frequency of the signal increases, the input impedance of th e probe decreases. The lower the impedance of the probe relative to that of the source, the more the probe loa ds the circuit under test and reduces the signal amplitude.
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Maintenance

This section contains maintenance and support inform ation for your probe.

Host Instrument Firmware

Some instruments may require a rmware upgrade to support full functionality of the TDP0500 and TDP1000 probes. Instruments with lower version rmware may not display all probe controls and indicators on screen, and in some cases may require you to power-cycle t he instrument to restore normal instrument operation. The following table lists the required versions of instrument rmware.
Instrument Firmware Version
DPO7000 series
To check the rmware version on Windows-based instruments, from the menu bar, click Help/About TekScope. On Linux-based instruments, press the Utilities button on the front panel. If you need to upgrade your instrument rmware, go to www.tektronix.com/software to download the latest rmware.

Error Condition

If one of the Range LEDs does not remain lit after you connect the pro be, an internal probe diagnostic fault exists. Disconnect and reconnect the probe to restart the power-on diagnostic sequence. If the symptoms continue, the probe is defective, and must be returned to Tektronix for repair.
Maintenance
V2.0.0 or higher
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Maintenance

Replacement Parts

There are no user-replaceable parts within the probe. Refer to the accessory list for replaceable accessories for your probe.

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 surf aces of the probe with a d ry, 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 for cleaning 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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Index

Index
A
Accessories
optional, 37 standard, 27
Adapter, xed
BNC-to-probe tip, 40 straight pin tips, 28 tip saver, 27 TwinFoot, 39
Adapter, test
PV, 41
Adapter, variable
IC micro-grabber, 37 Longhorn, 29 SMT KlipChip, 32 solder-down, 30 TwinTip, 38
Y-lead, 31 Applications, 23 AutoZero, 19
C
Calibration, 11
Cleaning the probe, 46 Connecting the probe, 4
D
Documentation, viii, 36, 42
E
Environmental considerations, vi Error condition, 45
F
Features, 1 Frequency derating graph, 3 Functional check, 9
G
Ground lead
3” lead, 33 inductance, 44 selecting length, 43 spring-loaded pin, 40
I
Input limitations, 16 Instrument Firmware, 45
M
Maintenance, 45
O
Offset, 19 Operating considerations, 2 Options, 42
P
Probe controls
Bandwidth limit, 6 DC Reject, 7 Menu, 8
Range, 5 Probe controls a nd indicators, 5 Probe head, 15
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Index
R
Range LED, 45 Related documentation, viii Replacement parts, 46 Returning the probe, ix
S
Safety Summary, iii Signal p ath comp ensation, 12
T
TekVP I , 4
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