Teledyne ZS4000 User Manual

Operator’s

Manual

ZS4000

High-Impedance Active Probe

ZS4000

High-Impedance Active Probe

Operator’s Manual

August 2013

ZS4000 High-Impedance Active Probe Operator’s Manual

© 2013 Teledyne LeCroy, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Warranty

Teledyne Lecroy warrants this oscilloscope accessory for normal use and
operation within specification for a period of one year from the date of shipment.
Spare parts, replacement parts and repairs are warranted for 90 days.

In exercising its warranty, Teledyne LeCroy, at its option, will either repair or
replace any assembly returned within its warranty period to the Customer Service
Department or an authorized service center. However, this will be done only if
the product is determined by Teledyne LeCroy’s examination to be defective due
to workmanship or materials, and the defect is not caused by misuse, neglect,
accident, abnormal conditions of operation, or damage resulting from attempted
repair or modifications by a non-authorized service facility.

The customer will be responsible for the transportation and insurance charges for
the return of products to the service facility. Teledyne LeCroy will return all
products under warranty with transportation charges prepaid.

This warranty replaces all other warranties, expressed or implied, including but
not limited to any implied warranty of merchantability, fitness or adequacy for
any particular purposes or use. Teledyne LeCroy shall not be liable for any special,
incidental, or consequential damages, whether in contract or otherwise.

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Table of Contents

Safety Instructions .................................................................................. 1

Introduction ............................................................................................. 2

Standard Accessories ............................................................................ 3

ZS4000 Impedance Chart ....................................................................... 8

Probe Operation ...................................................................................... 8

Handling the Probe ............................................................................. 8

Connecting the Probe to an Oscilloscope .......................................... 8

Operation with a Teledyne LeCroy Oscilloscope ............................... 9

Connecting the Probe to the Test Circuit............................................ 9

High Frequency Measurements ....................................................... 10

Care and Maintenance .......................................................................... 13

Cleaning ............................................................................................ 13

Calibration Interval ............................................................................ 13

Service Strategy ............................................................................... 13

Returning a Probe for Service .......................................................... 13

Replacement Parts ........................................................................... 14

Performance Verification ...................................................................... 15

Required Test Equipment ................................................................. 15

Preliminary Procedure ...................................................................... 16

Functional Check .............................................................................. 17

Verification Procedure ...................................................................... 17

Performance Verification Test Record.............................................. 19

Reference Material ................................................................................ 21

Specifications .................................................................................... 21

Certifications ..................................................................................... 21

Contact Teledyne LeCroy ................................................................. 23

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CAUTION of potential for damage to equipment, or WARNING of
potential for bodily injury. Attend to the information, and do not
proceed until conditions are fully understood and met.

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) HAZARD. The probe is susceptible to
damage if anti-static measures are not taken.

Safety Instructions

Observe generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions
listed here in order to maintain the probe in safe working condition. The overall

safety of any system incorporating this accessory is the responsibility of the
assembler of the system.

Symbols

These symbols appear on the probe body or in documentation to alert you to
important safety considerations.

Precautions

Connect and disconnect properly. Connect probe to the measurement
instrument before connecting the test leads to a circuit/signal being tested.

Use only within operational environment listed. Do not use in wet or explosive
atmospheres.

Use indoors only.

Keep product surfaces clean and dry.

Be careful with sharp tips. The tips may cause bodily injury if not handled

properly.

Use only accessories shipped with the product.

Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid electric shock or probe damage, do not use

the probe above the input limits shown on the probe.

Do not excessively bend cables.

Do not operate with suspected failures. Do not use the probe if any part is

damaged. Cease operation immediately and sequester the probe from
inadvertent use.

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Key Benefits

Features

 High frequency performance
 Low input capacitance
 Wide dynamic range
 ProBus interface

 Small, low mass probe head is

designed for ease of use and high
performance.

 Probe tip socket fits easily onto 0.025

inch square pins for direct access to
test points. Several available
adaptors connect directly to the
probe socket.

 Ground socket accepts several

different ground leads to provide a
short ground path for high frequency
performance.

Operating Environment

The accessory is intended for indoor use and should be operated in a clean, dry
environment. Before using this product, ensure that its operating environment is
maintained within these parameters:

Temperature: 0 to 40° C.

Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 80 % for temperatures up to 31 °C

decreasing linearly to 50 % relative humidity at 40° C.

Altitude: Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m).

Introduction

The ZS4000 is a small, high-impedance active probe designed to meet today’s
increasing demand for measurements on a variety of test points. With low input
capacitance and high input resistance, circuit loading is minimized.

The ZS4000 can be used with Teledyne LeCroy’s WaveSurfer, WaveRunner,
WavePro, and WaveMaster oscilloscopes with firmware version 7.1.1.2 or later.
With the ProBus interface, the probe becomes an integral part of the
oscilloscope, able to be controlled from the oscilloscope’s front panel. The
oscilloscope provides power to the probe, so there is no need for a separate
power supply or batteries.

See the product page at teledynelecroy.com for probe specifications.

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Standard Accessory

Shipped

QTY

Replacement Part

Number

Straight Tip

3

PK-ZS-001

Pogo Tip

3

PK-ZS-017

Bent Tip

1

PACC-PT003

IC Tip

1

PACC-PT005

Right Angle Socket

1

PK-ZS-006

2.54mm Square Pin Adaptor

1

PK-ZS-018

Offset Ground

2

PK-ZS-016

Ground Blade, Narrow

1

PK-ZS-021

Copper Tape Pad

2

PK-ZS-009

Ground Blade, Wide

2

PK-ZS-015

Pogo Ground Lead

1

PK-ZS-020

2.54 mm PCB Adaptor

5

PK-ZS-024

Straight Pin Lead – Short

1

PK-ZS-022

Straight Pin Lead – Long

1

PK-ZS-023

Right Angle Lead – Short

1

PACC-LD-003

Right Angle Lead – Long

1

PACC-LD-004

Y Lead Adaptor

1

PK-ZS-014

Channel ID Clips (set of 4)

1

PK-ZS-010

Micro-Grabbers (1 each)

2

PK-ZS-007R / PK-ZS-007B

QFPIC Clips (set of 2)

1

PK-ZS-025

Freehand Probe Holder

1

PK-ZS-019

Instruction Manual

1

N/A*

Certificate of Calibration

1

Standard Accessories

The ZS4000 probe is shipped with the following standard accessories:

* PDF copy of this manual available free at teledynelecroy.com.

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Straight Tip

The straight tip is rugged and designed for
general probing. Fits in either probe socket.

IC Lead Tip

The IC Lead Tip is covered in insulation on all
sides (except for a small edge), this tip was
designed to prevent shorting neighboring IC
leads. The gold part of the tip is not insulated
and should touch the IC lead to be tested. It is
one-size-fits-all and will work with any IC lead
pitch. Fits in either probe socket.

Bent Tip

The Bent Tip is made out of titanium, this tip is
ideal for situations that require you to hold the
probe parallel to the circuit board under test.
Also gives you more control when holding the
probe like a pencil. Fits in either probe socket.

Pogo Tip

The pogo tip provides z-axis compliance. The tip
can fit into a socket or onto an IC leg.

Right-Angle Socket

The Right Angle Socket allows the probe to be
connected to a pin on the board under test,
while keeping the probe parallel to the board.

Tips

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Grounds

2.54 mm Square Pin Adaptor

The 2.54 mm square pin adaptor fits into the
ground socket of the ZS4000 probe for easy
connection to standard 2.54 mm square pin
spacing on a circuit board.

Offset Ground

The Offset Ground is designed to be attached to
either socket of the probe head. The Offset
Ground connects to the ground socket and wraps
around the probe head, making it possible to
probe a signal and ground that are extremely close
together. The short length provides the highest
quality grounding for high frequency applications.

Narrow Ground Blade and
Copper Pad

The Narrow Ground Blade and Copper Pad
together are the best grounding solution for
probing an IC. The Narrow Ground Blade is
designed to provide a short, low inductance
ground path. The Copper Pad is adhesive backed
to stick to the top of an IC, and can then be
soldered to the IC ground.

Wide Ground Blade

The Wide Ground Blade is ideal for use when the
best quality ground is needed. The wide blade
offers the minimal inductance compared to the
narrow ground blade.

Pogo Ground Lead

The Pogo Ground Lead allows flexibility for
bending and positioning the ground lead onto
hard-to -reach test points, while maintaining z-axis
compliance.

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2.54 mm PCB Adaptor

The 2.54 mm PCB adaptor fits into the tip
socket of the ZS4000 probe for easy
connection to standard 2.54 mm square pin
spacing on a circuit board.

Short and Long
Straight Pin Lead

These leads have a socket on one end and a
square pin on the other to connect to the input
or ground socket of the probe body, and may be
used for general purpose probing.

Short and Long
Right Angle Pin Lead

These leads have a socket on one end with a
right angle and a square pin on the other to
connect to the input or ground socket of the
probe body, and may be used for general
purpose probing.

Y Lead

This lead is used for both ground and input lead
simultaneously. It has two sockets on one end
and two square pins on the other and may be
used for general purpose probing.

Leads

While longer leads provide greater flexibility when connecting the probe to a
circuit, the added inductance may degrade the fidelity of high frequency signals.

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Clips and Grabbers

Channel ID Clips

The Channel ID Clips can be attached to the
probe cable to quickly identify to which channel
the probe is currently connected: CH1 yellow,
CH2 red, CH3 green, and CH4 blue.

Micro-Grabbers

The micro-grabbers are ideal for connecting to
small IC legs or pins very tightly spaced.

QFPIC Clips

The QFPIC clips are ideal for connecting to the
legs or pins of Quad Flat Pack ICs.

Freehand Probe Holder

The FreeHand lets you focus on the

oscilloscope screen instead of on maintaining
contact to multiple test points. It allows you to
concentrate on what is really important – the
waveform.

It is designed to keep most of the weight on
the probe tip and will prevent lost contact
when a bump to the table shakes the circuit
under test.

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1

10

100

1000

10000

100000

1000000

10000000

1000Hz 10kHz 100kHz 1MHz 10MHz 100MHz 1000MHz10000MHz

ZS4000 Impedance Chart

Probe Operation

Handling the Probe

The ZS4000 probe is a precision test instrument. Exercise care when handling and
storing the probe. Always handle the probe by the probe body or compensation
box. Avoid putting excessive strain or exposing the probe cable to sharp bends.

Connecting the Probe to an Oscilloscope

ZS4000 probes are designed for use with Teledyne LeCroy’s WaveSurfer,
WaveRunner, WavePro, and WaveMaster platforms equipped with the ProBus

interface. When you attach the probe output connector to the oscilloscope’s

input connector, the oscilloscope recognizes the probe, provides proper
termination, and activates the probe control functions in the user interface.

ESD Sensitive: The tips of the probes are sensitive to Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD). Avoid causing damage to the probe by always
following anti-static procedures (wear wrist strap, etc.) when using or
handling the probe.

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Operation with a Teledyne LeCroy Oscilloscope

When the ZS4000 probe is connected to any compatible Teledyne LeCroy
oscilloscope, the displayed scale factor and measurement values are
automatically adjusted. A Probe dialog appears behind the corresponding
Channel dialog.

The probe can be controlled through the oscilloscope user interface:

 The Volts/Div knob controls the oscilloscope’s scale factor to give full

 The channel Offset knob controls the probe input offset circuit over its

Refer to your oscilloscope’s manual for specific operation instructions.

Connecting the Probe to the Test Circuit

To maintain the high performance capability of the probe in measurement
applications, care must be exercised in connecting the probe to the test circuit.
Increasing the parasitic capacitance or inductance in the input paths may

introduce a “ring” or slow the rise time of fast signals. Input leads which form a

large loop area will pick up any radiated electromagnetic field which passes
through the loop and may induce noise into the probe input.

Using one of the available accessories makes the ZS2500 probe with its small
profile and low mass head ideally suited for applications in dense circuitry.

available dynamic range up to 2 V/div (16 V peak to peak).

range of ±12 V.

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High Frequency Measurements

Probe Input Loading

When you touch a probe to the circuit under test, the probe will affect your

measurement because of the probe’s input impedance introduced into the

circuit. All probes present resistive, capacitive and inductive loading.

Inductive Loading (Lead Length)

A significant element in this circuit is the inductance shown in the input ground
leads of the oscilloscope probe.

Probe input equivalent circuit

The ground lead is the primary return path for the current resulting from the

input voltage acting on the probe’s input impedance. The ground lead and input
lead inductances act with the probe’s input capacitance to form series L-C

network. The impedance of a series LC network drops dramatically at its resonant
frequency. This is the cause of the "ring" we often see after the leading edge of
pulses in measured waveforms.

This effect is referred to as ground lead corruption. Because it is impossible to
eliminate either the L or C from this circuit, the method to improve waveform
fidelity is to raise the resonant frequency beyond the bandwidth of interest in the
measurement.

The resonant frequency of a simple LC circuit can be represented by:

The resonant frequency of a series LC circuit can be raised by decreasing the
inductance, capacitance or both. Since the input capacitance is already very low

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and cannot be reduced, you can only try to reduce the inductance. This can be
accomplished by using the shortest possible input lead as well as the shortest
possible ground lead.

For example, to obtain the shortest possible ground lead when measuring IC
related signals, attach a small piece of copper clad material to the top of the IC
package and connect this to the package grounding wires.

Using the shortest ground lead and input lead available makes probing signals on
the package easier and makes for the shortest lead length for the best signal
fidelity. To illustrate how dramatic this effect is, we will work a simple example.
Assuming an input capacitance of 0.6 pF and a total lead length (input and
ground) of 2 inches (inductance of ≈ 25 nH/inch) such a setup may cause ringing
with a resonant frequency (f0) of:

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This frequency is well within the passband of the probe and therefore shows up
as part of the measured signal at faster time/div settings.

To determine how fast a waveform to be measured can be without causing
ringing on a probe like this, divide the BW (ringing frequency) of the probe into

0.35:

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Any input signal with a rise time faster than 380 ps can cause ringing.

Capacitive Loading

Capacitive loading is usually the most troublesome of the three loading effects. It

can affect the rise time, bandwidth and delay time measurements. At higher
frequencies the capacitive loading can affect the amplitude as well as the
waveshape of the measured signal by introducing an exponential response to the
waveform.

For a simple RC network the time constant of this exponential response is:

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Where C

is the combined probe and circuit capacitance and R

total

is combined

total

circuit and probe resistance.

For a setup where Ct = 0.6 pF and a source resistance is 250 Ω, the measured rise
time will be 330 ps, which will correspond to a bandwidth of 909 MHz, assuming
no inductive loads.

t

= 2.2 x 0.6 x 10

rise

-12

x 250 Ω = 330 ps

Parallel combination of 250 Ω and 1 MΩ is still 250 Ω

Probe input equivalent circuit

To illustrate the effect of capacitive loading at higher frequencies:

At a frequency of 750 MHz the reactance of the 0.6 pF capacitance is 354 Ω, and

at 1.0 GHz the reactance has been lowered to 265 Ω.

If, at a given frequency, the source impedance is large with respect to the input
impedance, a measurable reduction in the output signal amplitude may occur.

where Z

is the probe’s input impedance and Z

probe

is the source impedance.

source

For example: At 750 MHz, where the probe input impedance has reduced to 354
Ω, and a source resistance of 250 Ω the probe output amplitude is reduced to:

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Care and Maintenance

Cleaning

The exterior of the probe and cable should be cleaned using a soft cloth
moistened with water. Abrasive agents, strong detergents, or other solvents may
damage the probe. Always ensure that input leads are free of debris.

CAUTION. The probe case is not sealed and should never be immersed in
any fluid.

Calibration Interval

The recommended calibration interval is one year from the time the probe is put
into service.

Service Strategy

The ZS4000 probes utilize fine pitch surface mount devices. It is therefore
impractical to attempt to repair in the field. Defective probes must be returned
to a Teledyne LeCroy service facility for diagnosis and exchange. Defective probes
under warranty are repaired or replaced. A probe that is not under warranty can
be exchanged for a factory refurbished probe for a modest fee. You must return
the defective probe in order to receive credit for the probe core.

Returning a Probe for Service

Contact your local Teledyne LeCroy office to return a probe for service or repair;
your representative will give you a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number
and tell you where to return the product.

All returned products should be identified by the RMA, and both model and serial
number. Provide your name and contact number, and a description of the defect
or failure (if possible).

NOTE: It is important that the RMA be clearly shown on the outside of the
shipping package for prompt redirection to the appropriate department.

Return shipment should be prepaid. Teledyne LeCroy cannot accept COD or
Collect Return shipments. We recommend air-freighting.

Follow these steps for a smooth product return.

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1. Contact your local Teledyne Lecroy sales or service representative to

obtain a Return Material Authorization.

2. Remove all accessories from the probe. Do not include the manual.

3. Pack the probe in its case, surrounded by the original packing material (or

equivalent) and box.

4. Label the case with a tag containing

 The RMA
 Name and address of the owner
 Probe model and serial number
 Description of failure

5. Package the probe case in a cardboard shipping box with adequate

padding to avoid damage in transit.

6. Mark the outside of the box with the shipping address given to you by

the Teledyne Lecroy representative; be sure to add the following:

 ATTN: <RMA assigned by the Teledyne Lecroy representative>
 FRAGILE

7. Insure the item for the replacement cost of the probe.

8. If returning a probe to a different country, also:

 Mark shipments returned for service as a “Return of US

manufactured goods for warranty repair/recalibration.”

 If there is a cost involved in the service, put the service cost in

the value column and the replacement value of the probe in the
body of the invoice marked “For insurance purposes only.”

 Be very specific as to the reason for shipment. Duties may have

to be paid on the value of the service.

Replacement Parts

The probe connection accessories and other common parts can be ordered
through the North America Customer Care Centers. Refer to the Standard
Accessories table (page 3).

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Description

Minimum Requirement

Test Equipment Examples

Digital Oscilloscope

ProBus Interface; 12-bit
vertical resolution

Teledyne LeCroy HDO6000
or HRO 6xZi series

Function Generator

Sine Wave output amplitude
adjustable to 14.14 Vp-p
(5 Vrms) into 1 MΩ at 70 Hz

Agilent Technologies 33120A
Stanford Research DS340

SMA Coaxial Cable

Male to Male, 50 Ω, 24" Cable

Pomona 4846-C-24
Pomona 4846-X-24
Pasternack PE3385LF-24

Adaptor SMA to BNC
(qty 2)

SMA (f) to BNC (m)

Pomona 4289
Pasternack PE9073

Calibration Fixture

50 Ω thru line with square pins

Teledyne LeCroy
PCF200

Performance Verification

This procedure can be used to verify the warranted characteristics of the ZS4000
High Impedance Active Probe.

The recommended calibration interval for ZS series probes is one year. The
complete performance verification procedure should be performed as the first
step of annual calibration. Test results can be recorded on a photocopy of the
Test Record provided in Appendix A at the end of the manual.

Performance verification can be completed without removing the probe covers
or exposing the user to hazardous voltages. Adjustment should only be
attempted if a parameter measured in the Performance Verification Procedure is
outside the specification limits.

NOTE: Adjustment should only be performed by qualified personnel

This procedure tests the following specifications:

 Output Zero Voltage
 LF Attenuation Accuracy

Required Test Equipment

This procedure has been developed to minimize the number of calibrated test
instruments required. Because the input and output connector types may vary on
different brands and models of test instruments, additional adaptors or cables
may be required.

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Preliminary Procedure

1. Connect the function generator to channel 1 of the oscilloscope through

the calibration fixture. Function Generator – BNC/SMA – SMA cable –
PCF200 – SMA/BNC – Scope C1

2. Connect the ZS4000 to channel 2 of the oscilloscope.

3. Turn on the oscilloscope and function generator and allow them to warm

up for the manufacturer’s recommended interval

4. While the instruments are reaching operating temperature, make a

photocopy of the Performance Verification Test Record (located in
Appendix A), and fill in the necessary data.

5. Select the channel to which the probe is connected. Set the oscilloscope

scale factor to 200 mV/div.

6. Disconnect the Probe from the oscilloscope. Verify that the scale factor

changes from 200 mV/div to 20 mV/div.

7. Reconnect the Probe to the oscilloscope.

The warranted characteristics of the probe are valid at any temperature within
the Environmental Characteristics listed in the Specifications. However, some of
the other test equipment used to verify the performance may have
environmental limitations required to meet the accuracy needed for the
procedure. Be sure that the ambient conditions meet the requirements of all the
test instruments used in his procedure.

NOTE: The correct operation of the ZS4000 controls requires software version

7.1.1.2 or higher. The software version in the test oscilloscope can be verified by
selecting Utilities > Utilities Setup > Status tab.

Contact your local Teledyne LeCroy representative or visit teledynelecroy.com if
the software in your oscilloscope requires updating.

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Functional Check

The functional check verifies the basic operation of the probe functions. It is
recommended that the Functional Check be performed prior to the Performance
Verification Procedure.

1. Return to the factory default settings:

 Choose File > Recall Setup from the menu bar.
 Touch the Recall Default button.

2. Touch the C2 trace label to open the C2 Channel dialog.

3. Verify that the probe model is sensed and displayed on the Probe tab.

Verification Procedure

A. Output Zero Voltage

1. Set the scope timebase to 5 ms/div.

2. On the oscilloscope, choose Measure > Measure Setup from the menu

3. Set the C2 vertical sensitivity to 10 mV/div.

4. Record the mean value of the mean(C2) as “Output Zero Voltage” on the

5. Check that the voltage recorded is between ±3 mV.

bar. Check the box to enable measurement Statistics. Enable a
measurement of the mean(C2).

test record.

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B. LF Attenuation Accuracy

1. Set the oscilloscope channel 1 to 1 MΩ input coupling. Set the vertical

scale on both C1 and C2 to 200 mV/div.

2. Set the function generator to Hi Z output termination and set the output

to a 100 Hz sine wave with 500 mVrms amplitude.

3. Turn on a measurement of the sdev(C1) and sdev(C2). The sdev function

measures the rms voltage of a waveform.

4. Record the mean of the sdev(C1) on the test record as “Generator Output

Voltage, mid range.”

5. Record the mean of the sdev(C2) on the test record as “Measured Output

Voltage, mid range.”

6. Calculate the accuracy by taking (Measured Output – Generator

Output)/(Generator Output). Record this value as a percentage on the
test record as “Gain Error, mid range.”

7. Verify that the accuracy is < ±2.0%.

8. Set the function generator amplitude to 5 Vrms.

9. Set the vertical scale on both C1 and C2 to 2 V/div.

10. Record the mean of the sdev(C1) on the test record as “Generator Output

Voltage, top range.”

11. Record the mean of the sdev(C2) on the test record as “Measured Output

Voltage, top range.”

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12. Calculate the accuracy by taking (Measured Output – Generator

Output)/(Generator Output). Record this value as a percentage on the
test record as “Gain Error, top range.”

13. Verify that the accuracy is < ±2.0%.

This completes the Performance Verification of the ZS4000. Complete and file the
Test Record, as required to support your internal calibration procedure.

Apply suitable calibration label to the probe housing as required.

NOTE: The function generator used in this Performance Verification Procedure is
used for making relative measurements. Because the output of the generator is
measured with an oscilloscope in this procedure, it is not required to calibrate
the generator.

Performance Verification Test Record

Permission is granted to photocopy the following page and use it to record the
results of measurements made during the performance verification.

Each table corresponds to a tested parameter. Each row corresponds to a step in
the procedure that requires the recording of data. File the completed record as
required by applicable internal quality procedures.

NOTE: Use a new Test Record for each tested probe, probe tip module, and lead
assembly.

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Item

Serial Number

Date

Technician

ZS4000 Probe

Instrument

Model

Serial Number

Calibration
Due Date

Oscilloscope

Function
Generator

Step

Description

Intermediate Data

A-4

Output Zero (Test limit ≤ ±3 mV)

Step

Description

Intermediate Data

B-4

Generator Output Voltage, mid range

V

B-5

Measured Output Voltage, mid range

V

B-6

Gain Error, mid range (Test Limit ≤ ± 2.0%)

%

B-10

Generator Output Voltage, top range

V

B-11

Measured Output Voltage, top range

V

B-12

Gain Error, top range (Test Limit ≤ ± 2.0%)

%

Items Tested

Equipment Used

Test Record

OUTPUT ZERO VOLTAGE

LF ATTENUATION ACCURACY

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Vicom Australia Ltd.
1064 Centre Road
Oakleigh, South Victoria 3167
Australia

Vicom New Zealand Ltd.
60 Grafton Road
Auckland
New Zealand

Reference Material

Specifications

Please refer to the product page at teledynelecroy.com for detailed specification
information.

Certifications

This section contains the instrument’s Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC),
Safety and Environmental certifications.

EMC Compliance

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY - EMC

The probe meets intent of EC Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic
Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as
listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:

EN 61326-1:2006, EN 61326-2-1:2006 EMC requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement, control, and laboratory use.

European Contact:

Teledyne LeCroy Europe GmbH
Waldhofer Str 104
D-69123 Heidelberg
Germany
Tel: [phone]

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY—EMC

Probe complies with the EMC provision of the Radio Communications Act per the
following standards, in accordance with requirements imposed by Australian
Communication and Media Authority (ACMA):

CISPR 11:2003 Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in
accordance with EN61326-1:2006 and EN61326-2-1:2006.

Australia / New Zealand Contacts:

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Safety Compliance

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY – LOW VOLTAGE

The probe meets intent of EC Directive 2006/95/EC for Product Safety.
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the
Official Journal of the European Communities:

EN 61010-1:2010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements

EN 61010-031/A1:2008 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use – Part 031: Safety requirements for
hand-held probe assemblies for electrical measurement and test.

Environmental Compliance

END-OF-LIFE HANDLING

The probe is marked with this symbol to indicate that it complies
with the applicable European Union requirements to Directives
2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) and Batteries.

The probe is subject to disposal and recycling regulations that vary by
country and region. Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste

electronic equipment in standard waste receptacles. For more
information about proper disposal and recycling of your Teledyne LeCroy
product, please visit teledynelecroy.com/recycle.

RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (ROHS)

The product and its accessories conform to the 2011/65/EU RoHS2 Directive, as it
has been classified as Industrial Monitoring and Control Equipment (per Article 3,
Paragraph 24) and is exempt from RoHS compliance until 22 July 2017 (per Article
4, Paragraph 3).

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Contact Teledyne LeCroy

Teledyne LeCroy Service Centers

United States and Canada -
World Wide Corporate Office

Teledyne LeCroy Corporation
700 Chestnut Ridge Road
Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977-6499, USA
Ph: 800-553-2769 / 845-425-2000
FAX: [phone]
teledynelecroy.com
Support:
[e-mail]
Sales:
[e-mail]

United States - Protocol Solutions Group

Teledyne LeCroy Corporation
3385 Scott Boulevard
Santa Clara, CA, 95054, USA
FAX: [phone]
teledynelecroy.com
Sales and Service:
Ph: 800-909-7211 / 408-727-6600
[e-mail]
Support:
Ph: 800-909-7112 / 408-653-1260
[e-mail]

European Headquarters

Teledyne LeCroy SA
4, Rue Moïse Marcinhes
Case postale 341
1217 Meyrin 1
Geneva, Switzerland
Ph: + 41 22 719 2228 / 2323 /2277
FAX:[phone]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
teledynelecroy.com/europe
Protocol Analyzers:
Ph: [phone]

Singapore, Oscillosocpes

Teledyne LeCroy Singapore Pte Ltd.
Blk 750C Chai Chee Road #02-08
Technopark @ Chai Chee
Singapore 469003
Ph: ++ 65 64424880
FAX: ++ 65 64427811
Singapore, Protocol Analyzers
Genetron Singapore Pte Ltd.
37 Kallang Pudding Road, #08-08
Tong Lee Building Block B
Singapore 349315
Ph: ++ 65 9760-4682

China
Teledyne LeCroy Corporation Beijing
Rm. 2001 - Office; Rm. 2002 - Service Center
Unit A, Horizon Plaza
No. 6, Zhichun Road, Haidian District
Beijing 100088, China
Ph: ++86 10 8280 0318 / 0319 / 0320
FAX:++86 10 8280 0316
Service:
Rm. 2002
Ph: ++86 10 8280 0245

Korea

Teledyne LeCroy Korea
10th fl.Ildong Bldg.
968-5 Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu
Seoul 135-280, Korea
Ph: ++ 82 2 3452 0400
FAX: ++ 82 2 3452 0490

Taiwan

LeColn Technology Co Ltd.
Far East Century Park, C3, 9F
No. 2, Chien-8th Road,
Chung-Ho Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan
Ph: ++ 886 2 8226 1366
FAX: ++ 886 2 8226 1368

Japan

Teledyne LeCroy Japan
Hobunsya Funchu Bldg, 3F
3-11-5, Midori-cho, Fuchu-Shi
Tokyo 183-0006, Japan
Ph: ++ 81 4 2402 9400
FAX: ++ 81 4 2402 9586
teledynelecroy.com/japan

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