P7500 Series TriMode™ Probes Quick Start User Manual
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1. oo Al ESTO m7 L P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Functional Check and Calibration 9 Cycle the Input Mode button through the remaining selections and compare the NN o o displayed waveforms to the waveform that wie o you measured in step 8 Probing m A B the waveform from step 8 O FLT m A GND same amplitude and polarity e 0 as measured in step 8 2 0 l m B GND the B input is grounded no signal is measured m A B 2 GND half amplitude but the same polarity as measured in step 8 Input Mode 10 Set the probe attenuation to 5X and the Input Mode to A B 11 Repeat steps 7 through 9 for the 5X attenuation setting 2158 061 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 13 Functional Check and Calibration TriMode Probe Calibration After you perform a functional check of the probe run a probe calibration routine We recommend that you repeat the probe calibration for all four of the TriMode settings and do this on each channel that you use The probe calibration operation minimizes measurement errors by optimizing the gain and offset of both probe attenuation settings on each channel Individual calibration constants are stored for each calibrated TriMode setting on each probe on each channel CAUTION To avoid ESD damage to the probe always u2. The Probe Setup dialog box appears Some oscilloscopes support an automated TriMode calibration routine and switch automatically between input modes as shown below Vertical Setup Zoom Controls Display On O Position Scale Label Offset Termination 8 Select Clear ProbeCal and then select Calibrate Probe The probe calibration routine runs optimizing the probe to the oscilloscope for both probe attenuation settings The displayed results differ between oscilloscope models Coupling Bandwidth Limit 9 Oscilloscopes that do not support the automated TriMode calibration routine display Pass in the Probe Status box Repeat steps 5 through 8 for the remaining input mode settings NOTE If the Probe Cal routine fails check the connection at the probe body See page 5 Connecting Accessories to the Probe Body 2158 021 18 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 10 Oscilloscopes that support the automated TriMode calibration routine will display an on screen prompt to toggle the Calibration Fixture SIG GND switch Follow the instructions to complete the calibration for the remaining input modes After a successful Probe Cal Pass appears in the Probe Status box NOTE If the Probe Cal routine fails check the connection at the probe body See page 5 Connecting Accessories to the Probe Body P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Fu
3. 2754 XX Wire Replacement Kit This kit includes three bobbins Package of 3 bobbins SAC305 lead free solder RoHS compliant 4 mil wire and 2158 044 8 mil wire Use this kit to add wire leads on the solder tips 42 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Reorder part number Accessories and Options Accessory and quantity Description 013 0359 XX Replacement Bullet Contacts To maintain the best signal Package of 4 integrity replace the bullets in the probe body after 200 2158 050 6 insertion cycles Y PA 003 1896 XX SS 4 fF E f nau 2158 084 Bullet Removal Tool This tool allows you to safely remove and install the bullet contacts P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 43 Accessories and Options Optional Accessories Optional accessory Part number Description 020 2936 XX TriMode Resistor Solder Tip Kit This tip provides solder connection points at 100 Q resistors that extend about 0 2 in 5 mm from the solder tip board The resistors can withstand more solder cycles than the standard P75TLRST solder tip and can be replaced if they break This tip can measure rise times down to lt 29 ps L A kit of replacement resistors is available see below 020 2944 XX TriMode Extended Resistor Solder Tip Kit A 2158 078 This tip provides solder connection points at 100 Q resistors that extend about 0 6 in 15 mm from the solder tip board The re
4. Quick Start User Manual Functional Check and Calibration Test Setup cGe X 2 gt 1 Connect the probe to any channel 1 4 of the oscilloscope 00 O 0000 2 Set the oscilloscope to display the channel 3 Connect an SMA cable from the Probe Compensation or FAST EDGE output connector on the oscilloscope to the SMA connector on the TriMode DC Calibration board 4 Set the two output switches on the TriMode DC Calibration board to the FAST RISE position 5 Connect the probe to the cable on the TriMode DC Calibration board note correct connector polarity P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 11 Functional Check and Calibration Test Procedure 6 Set the probe attenuation to 12 5X and the Input Mode to A B 7 Adjust the oscilloscope to display a stable waveform or press the Autoset button NOTE If you do not see a waveform check the connection at the probe body See page 5 Connecting Accessories to the Probe Body 8 When you see a stable square wave check the amplitude Use the horizontal cursors Signal output levels for some oscilloscope models are listed below m TDS6154C 440 mV p p m DPO72004 440 mV p p O s 00 0 00 i a Olo w Ojo Ou e 12 5X
5. bullet contacts Replaceable bullets are included in the accessory kit The bullet contacts protect the input sockets by absorbing the wear from repeated connect disconnect cycles of the accessory 2188000 tips A bullet tool is shipped with the probe and is used to replace the bullet contacts from the probe body assembly CAUTION To prevent wear to the probe housing use only the Bullet tool provided to remove and install the bullets from the probe body assembly To prevent damage to the probe before you connect accessories to the probe body always check that the contacts are located in the probe body only P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Removing the Bullets Follow these steps to remove the bullets by using the removal tool 1 5 Squeeze the tool plunger to extend the holder tangs Insert the tool into the probe body so that the holder tangs surround one of the bullets Release the plunger to secure the holder tangs on the bullet Gently pull the tool outward to remove the bullet Repeat for the other bullet NOTE Discard the used bullets to prevent accidental reuse P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 2158 017 Maintenance 57 Maintenance Inspecting the Bullets and Connectors Use a microscope to closely examine the bullets and connectors Use the illustrations to determine if the contacts appear worn or broken and always replace them
6. channels are guides P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 2158 082 Basic Operation 33 Basic Operation 34 Adjustments 1 Adjust the tip angle by loosening the setscrew and pivoting the tip Tighten the setscrew to secure the tip Adjust the tip spacing by turning the adjustment wheel The probing module is shipped with a ground spring installed between the tips The spring is necessary to pass the highest fidelity signal to your instrument The two available spring sizes are shown in steps 3 and 4 The large spring is pre installed on the probe and allows a tip to tip span from 0 050 to 0 180 inches 1 27 to 4 57 mm The small spring allows a tip to tip span from 0 030 to 0 090 inches 0 76 to 2 28 mm NOTE Spring replacement requires a special tool See the technical reference manual for spring replacement procedures P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Mounting Features You can mount the probing module to a variety of fixtures and custom probing arms using the features described below 1 The barrel at the rear of the P75PDPM fits into the end of the PPM203B probe holder 2 The threads inside the barrel are metric M6 x 1 and attach to the EZ Probe Positioner from Cascade MicroTech 3 The slot below the barrel slides onto the tab of the PPM100 Probe Positioner Secure the module to the tab with the thumbscrew 4 Use these threaded holes 6 3
7. free probing that requires adjustable fine positioning The heavy duty base can be replaced with the clamp for securing the probe arm in a variety of situations 50 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Optional accessory Part number Accessories and Options Description 80A03 hot Tg a gt O In 2158 045 80A03 TekConnect Probe Interface Module Use this module with 80E0X Sampling Modules to adapt TekConnect probes to CSA8200 and TDS8200 Series Sampling Oscilloscopes NOTE The 80A03 interface is limited to 12 GHz pass through bandwidth The interface is composed 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 NOTE The 80A03 adapter firmware must be version 2 3 or above to ensure full functionality with P7500 Series Probes RTPA2A RTPA2A TekConnect Probe Adapter This adapter allows you to connect a TekConnect probe to a Real Time Spectrum Analyzer NOTE The RTPA2A interface is limited to 12 GHz pass through bandwidth The RTPA2A adapter firmware must be version 2 3 or above to ensure full functionality with P7500 Series Probes P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 51 Accessories and Options Options Option CAT A s
8. include a ground reference The A B Mode can also be used for making single ended measurements with the P75PDPM probe tip by connecting the B input to the local circuit ground A GND Mode The A GND mode is used for making probe A input single ended measurements with TriMode probe tips such as the P75TLRST The P75TLRST probe tip includes a solder connection for the local circuit ground In the A GND Mode the P7500 probe input switch is configured to measure the A input relative to this local circuit ground reference The A input signal measurement in A GND Mode is designed for minimal coupling from any signal present on the B input within the A input isolation performance of the probe The A GND Mode is not recommended for measurement use with the P75PDPM probe tip because of the lack of a local circuit ground connection and some oscilloscope models do not allow the A GND Mode to be selected with the P75PDPM P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 21 Basic Operation B GND Mode The B GND mode is used for making probe B input single ended measurements with TriMode probe tips such as the P75TLRST The P75TLRST probe tip includes a solder connection for the local circuit ground In the B GND Mode the P7500 probe input switch is configured to measure the B input relative to this local circuit ground reference The B input signal measurement in B GND Mode is designed for minimal coupling from any signal present on the A input within the B i
9. 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 Table of Contents CERA A il Environmental Considerations LLL eect cent eects eee ee eens eee eeee eee ee eens ee eeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeetesestenaes V O A vil Documental a iii ei edita E vii Key Fall i sisa a tt 1 Operating Considerations LLLLL LAKE EM ron EEEE KA ron MET NTN MENETI DENE TITTI NENEEZNINEEZETEEETETETEETEEEE RI 2 installation hes aa a 3 Connecting to the Host Instrument 000 Lee nanna A KANA MA KANA NE EN EE NEE TE r rn nro NENIETEENEEZEZETETEZETITE ET 3 Connecting Accessories to the Probe Body ccccccecee eect cece aeni MARITA TEEN EE NE NE ra ra nr n rr ADEE ADEE EEE EES 5 Control Box Controls and Indicators L nanna nE nn nri nnrnzrranz nr nr nannti 7 Functional Check and Calibration LAKE EEA KAE KE DEI rAnEnEDrAnE ni rr EEEE ni nznz inn 10 Functional C
10. 12 5X The corresponding LED lights to indicate the selected attenuation Basic Operation includes more information on selecting the Attenuation and Input Mode See page 20 Attenuation and Input Mode Settings 2158 004 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 7 Installation Input Mode Button and LEDs TriMode Press the Input Mode button to select one of Probing the four TriMode measurements The modes 0 0 cycle in the following sequence A B for differential signal measurement A GND for A input single ended measurement m B GND for B input single ended measurement m A B 2 GND for common mode measurement NOTE Some oscilloscope models only allow the A B Input Mode to be selected depending on which input tip is selected in the oscilloscope Probe Setup screen See page 55 Input Mode Selection The following pages discuss characteristics of the TriMode measurements 2158 006 8 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Installation TriMode Probing L pe The TriMode feature allows you to view Q 3 3V two single ended signals and the resultant II a B X X X X 2 8V differential waveform and common mode j lt voltage without moving the probe connection 40 5 V Press the Input Mode button to cycle through IV the waveform views TriMode NN 2 05V This example shows a typical HDMI signal one Prob
11. 2 8 32 and 10 32 for custom mount applications P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 2158 027 Basic Operation 35 Basic Operation Connecting the Probe to Instruments without a TekConnect Interface The 80A03 TekConnect Probe Interface adapts any TekConnect probe to the TDS8X00 CSA8X00 and DSA8200 Series oscilloscopes The RTPA2A TekConnect Probe Interface adapts any TekConnect probe to Tektronix Real Time Spectrum Analyzers NOTE The 80A03 and RTPA2A interfaces are limited to a pass through bandwidth of 12 GHz For proper probe operation the Probe Interface firmware must be compatible with the probe See page 53 Host Instrument Firmware The firmware version label is on the rear panel of the 80A03 instrument The host instrument may also require a firmware and or operating system upgrade See your instrument manual for more information 2158 014 36 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Probe Applications Probe Applications The following applications show how the P7500 Series probe characteristics enable measurements with good signal fidelity Measuring a PCI Express Signal Transition bits Nontransition bits with a P7500 Series Probe and T Eye Plot Summa RT Eye Application Software When the P7500 Series probe is used with a TDS6000 or TDS70000 real time oscilloscope configured with RT Eye application so
12. P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual www tektronix com 071 2158 01 Tektronix 7 Copyright O Tektronix All rights reserved Licensed software products are owned by Tektronix or its subsidiaries or suppliers and are protected by national copyright laws and international treaty provisions Tektronix products are covered by U S and foreign patents issued and pending Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material Specifications and price change privileges reserved TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix Inc EZ Probe is a registered trademark of Cascade Microtech Inc TriMode is a trademark of Tektronix Inc Contacting Tektronix Tektronix Inc 14200 SW Karl Braun Drive P O Box 500 Beaverton OR 97077 USA For product information sales service and technical support n North America call 1 800 833 9200 Worldwide visit www tektronix com to find contacts in your area 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 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
13. RH Nonoperating 30 C to 46 C 86 F to 115 F 0 90 RH Pollution 2 Indoor use only Degree 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 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Installation Installation Connecting to the Host Instrument NOTE Your TekConnect instrument may require a firmware upgrade to support full functionality of the P7500 Series probes Before you connect the probe check the version requirements See page 53 Host Instrument Firmware 1 Slide the probe into the TekConnect receptacle The probe clicks into place when fully engaged 2 Turn the thumbscrew clockwise finger tight only to secure the probe to the instrument 3 To disconnect turn the thumbscrew counter clockwise 4 Press the latch release button and pull the probe away from the instrument P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 3 Installation Probe Power On When the probe is powered on all LEDs briefly flash as the self test routine runs and then the following LEDs remain lit m 5X Attenuation m A B TriMode Differential This indicates that the probe is in normal operating mode 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 instrume
14. 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 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 Do not apply a potential to any terminal including the common terminal that exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal Do Not Operate Without Covers Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures If you suspect that there is damage to this product have it inspected by qualified service personnel 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 P7500 Series TriM
15. and the B signal and a ground reference from your circuit to the TriMode probe The internal electronic switching control of the TriMode probe allows any one of the four probe Input Modes to be selected at a time P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 2158 016 23 Basic Operation 24 TriMode Resistor Solder Tips These are optional accessory tips that you can order for your probe The tips provide solder connection points for the A and B probe input signals at the resistor leads instead of on the solder tip board 1 020 2936 XX TriMode Resistor Solder Tip measures lt 29 ps rise times 2 020 2944 XX TriMode Extended Resistor Solder Tip measures 32 ps rise times The tip resistors can tolerate more solder cycles than the P75TLRST tip board and can be replaced when necessary These tips provide full TriMode capabilities when you use the soldered ground connection on the tip board CAUTION The TriMode solder tips are very small and must be handled carefully to avoid damaging them The following pages describe the proper techniques for using the tips 2158 079 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual The dimensions of the solder tip connections are provided here for reference You can also design the tip footprint into your circuit board layout for easier test connections To connect the probe tip to your circuit use the wire and solder
16. de LEDs 54 signal display 54 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Index F Firmware 53 Functional check 10 H Handling the probe 62 Host instrument firmware 53 Input Mode 8 21 55 Input tips 23 25 Installation 3 Maintenance 53 O Operating considerations 2 Optional accessories 44 Options 52 65 Index P Probe applications 37 calibrating 16 cleaning 63 handling 62 Probe controls 66 Atten button and LEDs 7 20 Input Mode button and LEDs 8 9 21 TriMode measurements 9 R Related documentation vii Replaceable parts bullet contacts 56 solder tip resistors 60 Returning the probe 64 S Safety Summary iii Solder Tip connecting 26 See also Demo video on CD Solder Tip Resistors 45 Standard accessories 38 T TriMode Solder Tip Extended Resistor 24 44 replacing resistors 60 Resistor 24 44 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual
17. erformance The probe Offset control can also be used with some signals to compensate for a DC bias and bring the displayed signal within the specified dynamic range Although it is possible to measure signals that exceed the dynamic range of the probe the measured signal performance becomes increasingly non linear and eventually reaches a limiting level Although probe signal limiting does not damage the probe as long as the maximum input voltage is not exceeded the measured response no longer accurately represents the input signal P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Basic Operation Input Mode Selection The Input Mode button toggles the internal probe input selector switches between the four input mode selections This TriMode feature allows full characterization of a differential signal from a single soldered connection A B Mode The A B Mode is used for making differential signal measurements and represents the traditional differential probe functionality Since the A B Mode measures the difference between the A and B input signals it eliminates any common mode voltage such as a DC bias common to both inputs within the CMRR performance capability of the probe For P7500 probe tips such as the P75PDPM which do not provide a TriMode ground reference the A B Mode is the only useful mode for making low noise measurements In fact some oscilloscope models only allow the A B Mode to be selected when the connected tip does not
18. firmware for some of the instruments that currently support the P7500 Series probes Instrument Firmware Version TDS6000B series oscilloscopes V 5 1 3 or higher TDS6000C series oscilloscopes V 5 1 7 or higher TDS7000B series oscilloscopes 1 V 5 1 3 or higher DPO DSA72000 series oscilloscopes V 3 0 or higher 80A03 TekConnect Probe Adapter V 2 3 or higher RTPA2A TekConnect Probe Adapter V 2 3 or higher 1 P7500 Series probes are functional on the TDS7000B Series oscilloscopes but probe calibration is not supported To check the firmware 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 firmware go to www tektronix com software to download the latest firmware P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 53 Maintenance Error Conditions LED Indicators If one of the Range or TriMode LEDs does not remain lit after you connect the probe 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 Signal Display If the probe is connected to an active signal source and you do not see the signal displayed on the oscilloscope 54 Check the probe tip connection on your circuit See page 23 Connecting to a Circui
19. ftware physical layer testing on PCI Express signals is performed with greater ease and accuracy The RT Eye software separates the acquired aie agi A A Serial Analysis transition and nontransition bits The software i me Snes also provides an extensive collection of ew lea measurements and statistics on the analyzed ENE z Clear Resuits waveform record E cna Jn Time Units x Hint You can see the Summary of the results No i y 2158 085 Y Measurements and statistics P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 37 Accessories and Options Accessories and Options You can reorder the following replacement parts and accessories Note that in some cases the reorder quantities may differ from those that ship with the probe Standard Accessories The following accessories are shipped with the P7500 Series probes If no quantity is listed only one of that item is shipped Reorder part number Accessory and quantity Description 016 1997 XX Pouch nylon carrying case with inserts This carrying case has several compartments to hold the probe and accessories 006 3415 XX Antistatic Wrist Strap When you use the probe always work at an antistatic work station and wear the antistatic wrist strap 38 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Reorder part number Accessories and Options Accessory and quantity Description ae Calibration Certificate A certifica
20. heck GMO 10 TriMode Probe Calibration cccccececeec eee eee eects eect eect PESEE eset eats ee eeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeenees 14 Basic 0115 1 0 g A 20 Attenuation and Input Mode SettidgS ooooocococococcoconnoncocnonononono cnn r EEEE rrn nara n rra rana n rr rr nr nr SHEE EERE EES 20 Connecting toa Circuit Board 0 le rain 23 Connecting the Probe to Instruments without a TekConnect Interface ccccsecceeee eee ee seeeeeeeeseseneeeeeeaeeenenenes 36 Probe Applications iii i ii e rr E E 37 Measuring a PCI Express Signal with a P7500 Series Probe and RT Eye Application Software o oo oooooo m o 37 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual i Table of Contents Accessories and Options xa st sa a dd fa e 38 Standard Accessories iia l aq ted 38 Optional Accessories cire irwie na A vies nadie a 44 A aa edd E E aaa 52 Maintenance 2 i bed add our il anced she Qube bel ee da bub k na A 53 Hostinstrument Firmwares 2 da Sindee dde 53 EOI e o e o als ot 54 User Replaceable Parts is is ie es p ee a cha B A weeds 56 Handling the Proben ineeie a niga en A a a e a Fdal Sebel 62 Cleanirig the Probe i T A EERE E RE R E E ai a 63 Returning the Probe for ServicinQ ooocoocooococococnoncncnoconconcnrno nan ene EEE rro nro NE DENE TI NE rana r a rara rara DEE NETT TELA 64 Index ji P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual General Safety Summary General Safety Summary
21. iMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Basic Operation 4 Attach tip tape to the bottom of the tip 5 Clean out the tip vias with a solder wicking material if you are reusing the tip Thread the wires through the tip 6 Press the tip to the circuit board and quickly solder the wires to the tip Keep all finished wire lengths as short as possible 7 Clip off the excess wire from all of the solder joints 8 Attach the probe to the tip Note polarity 9 Fora secure mechanical connection use tape or hot glue to secure the tip and probe to your circuit See page 30 Secure the Tip SS 2158 028 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 27 Basic Operation 28 Connect the TriMode Resistor Solder Tips Use this procedure to connect both styles of resistor tips to your circuit 1 Choose a location where the solder tip resistor leads can reach your test points If you are using a ground connection note which solder tip ground via is closest to your circuit ground 2 Apply solder to the test points on your circuit 3 If you are not using the ground solder the resistor leads to your circuit clip off any excess and go to step 11 4 Ifyou are using a ground wire apply solder to the solder tip ground via that you chose 5 Position a length of wire about 1 inch long under the solder tip via 2158 070 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 6 Heat the solder tip v
22. ia and insert the wire 7 Cut the excess wire on the other side of the solder tip flush with the board 8 Cut the ground wire to the length required to reach your circuit ground Keep the ground wire as short as possible to ensure good performance 9 Solder the ground wire to the circuit and clip off any excess wire 10 Solder the resistor leads to the test points on your circuit and clip off any excess leads P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Basic Operation 2158 071 29 Basic Operation 30 Secure the Tip 11 Push the end of the tip into the probe head until it seats in the probe head 12 For a secure mechanical connection use tape or hot glue to secure the tip to your circuit 13 Secure the probe to the circuit board with tape or hook and loop strips 2158 076 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Basic Operation Notes on Using the Tips Use the following precautions when you solder the tips m Use a low wattage temperature controlled soldering iron and a small mass soldering iron tip The soldering iron temperature should be set as low as possible while still providing a reliable solder joint m Use SAC305 solder included with the wire replacement kit to attach the tip wires to the circuit under test The attachment wires should be bent symmetrically to vary the interconnect spacing Use care when you solder a tip to a circuit under test to avoid i
23. in pairs 1 2 58 Good Chipped or bent ground contacts outer conductor Chipped or bent signal contacts inner conductor Inner contacts misaligned to outer conductor 2158 019 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Installing the Bullets 1 Squeeze the tool plunger to extend the holder tangs Insert a new bullet into the tool so that the holder tangs surround the bullet Release the plunger to secure the holder tangs on the bullet Insert the tool into the probe body and seat the bullet in the recess Squeeze the tool plunger to release the bullet Gently pull the tool out of the probe body Repeat for the other bullet Connect and remove a probe tip on the probe body Verify that the bullets are retained in the probe body P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual JK 2158 025 Maintenance 59 Maintenance 60 Replacing the TriMode Solder Tip Resistors The resistors that are presoldered to the tips can break off during normal use A kit of replacement resistors is available See page 44 Optional Accessories To replace the resistors do the following 1 Carefully apply a soldering iron to the via on the tip board and remove the resistor lead Work quickly with a low heat soldering iron If a small piece of wire is in the via heat the solder and use another piece of wire to push the wire fragment from the via 2 Add fresh solde
24. ing half lane on the A and B inputs The resultant o o 433V differential waveform and common mode l voltage are shown a EN AAA A 42 8 V gt t 4 05 V Ns NS ov 2458 011 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 9 Functional Check and Calibration Functional Check and Calibration A After you connect the probe to the oscilloscope perform a functional check using the calibration board included with the probe 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 Functional Check This procedure checks the four TriMode settings on the probe using the PROBE COMPENSATION or FAST EDGE connection on the front panel of the oscilloscope The A B differential mode is set up and verified first and then the remaining input modes are checked and compared to the differential mode measurement Table 2 Required Equipment Item Description Performance Requirement Recommended Example Oscilloscope TekConnect Interface Tektronix DPO72004 TDS6154C Test board TriMode DC Calibration board 067 1821 XX 2 Coaxial cable SMA 500 male to male 174 1120 XX 2 Coaxial cable BNC 50Q male to male 012 0208 XX 2 1 Nine digit part numbers xxx xxxx xx are Tektronix part numbers 2 Standard accessory included with probe P7500 Series TriMode Probes
25. ingle calibration event or coverage for the designated calibration interval whichever comes first 52 Option C3 Option C5 Option D1 Option D3 Option D5 Option R3 Option R5 Option LO Option L5 Option L7 Calibration Service 3 years Calibration Service 5 years Calibration Data Report ships standard with probe Calibration Data Report 3 years with Option C3 Calibration Data Report 5 years with Option C5 Repair Service 3 years Repair Service 5 years English User Manual Japanese User Manual Simplified Chinese User Manual R1PW Repair service coverage 1 year post warranty R2PW Repair service coverage 2 year post warranty R3PW Repair service coverage 3 years includes product warranty period 3 year period starts at time of purchase R5PW Repair service coverage 5 years includes product warranty period 5 year period starts at time of purchase P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Maintenance Maintenance This section contains maintenance and support information for your probe Host Instrument Firmware Some instruments may require a firmware upgrade to support full functionality of the P7500 Series probes Instruments with lower versions of firmware may not display all probe controls and indicators on screen and in some cases may require you to power cycle the instrument to restore normal instrument operation The following table lists the required versions of instrument
26. ment 40 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Reorder part number Accessory and quantity Accessories and Options Description 020 2729 XX Accessory Kit The kit includes an assortment of accessories that are described below A reference sheet is included as a quick guide for using and reordering the probe accessories in the kit The foam insert includes slots for the optional P75PDPM accessories that you can order P75TLRST 2158 037 P7500 TriMode Long Reach Solder Tip This tip provides a soldered multi point connection that supports full TriMode measurement capabilities at full probe bandwidth Two tips are included with the probe P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 41 Accessories and Options Reorder part number Accessory and quantity Description 006 8237 XX Adhesive Tip Tape Use the double sided adhesive tip tape Strip of 10 to secure the solder tip assembly to your circuit board 016 0633 XX Color Band Kit This kit includes two sets of five colored Package of five colored pairs When you are using more than one probe the bands pairs enable you to visually match the probes to the channels that they are connected to To use the marker bands attach one band to the indent on the molded strain relief on the probe cable Use the matching color band on the other end of the probe at the control box Maintenance accessories listed below 020
27. nadvertently desoldering either the attachment wires or the damping resistor For optimum performance and signal integrity keep the lead length between the DUT Device Under Test and the tip as short as possible and the lead lengths the same length CAUTION To prevent damage to the circuit board or circuit board connections due to accidental movement of the probe and soldered leads we recommend that you secure the tip to the circuit board using the adhesive tip tape provided in your accessory kit You can also use other materials such as Kapton tape or hot glue To avoid damage to the tip 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 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 31 Basic Operation P75PDPM Precision Differential Probing Module Handheld This is an optional accessory See page 44 Optional Accessories Assemble the Module 1 Position the module housing as shown 2 Slide the probing module handle adapter into the module housing 3 Secure the handle adapter with the thumbscrew 2158 013 32 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 4 Insert the probe in the handle adapter 5 Attach the cable to the probe body Match the red band to the A input 6 You can dress the cable in the channels as shown The front channels are captive and the rear
28. nctional Check and Calibration amp Please switch probe calibration fixture to SIG setting and press OK to continue probe calibration OK 2158 080 Basic Operation Basic Operation This section includes more information about using the probe controls on the control box and procedures for connecting the probe to your circuit Attenuation and Input Mode Settings 20 Atten Selection The ATTEN button toggles the probe between the two nominal attenuation settings of 5X and 12 5X The choice of attenuation setting is a tradeoff between probe dynamic range and noise The probe dynamic range represents the operating range over which the probe is linear to within some specified percentage such as 1 The probe noise is usually specified as a noise spectral density and is significant because of the wide probe bandwidth The 5X attenuation setting provides the lowest noise performance The 12 5X attenuation setting provides the largest dynamic range The actual probe attenuation factor is automatically accounted for by the attached oscilloscope using the intelligent TekConnect probe interface The attached oscilloscope also indicates the probe dynamic range with momentarily displayed arrows when the vertical channel controls are changed at larger vertical scale factor settings The usual choice for attenuation setting should be 5X if the measured signal fits within the specified dynamic range since that provides the best noise p
29. 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
30. nput isolation performance of the probe Like the A GND Mode the B GND Mode is also not recommended for measurement use with the P75PDPM probe tip because of the lack of a local circuit ground connection A B 2 Mode The A B 2 Mode is used for making common mode measurements on a differential signal and represents a new probe feature that previously could only be made using oscilloscope math on multiple channels For a differential signal the common mode measurement indicates the DC bias level and also shows the degree of asymmetry between the A and B inputs Since the A B 2 Mode measures the average between the A and B input signals it eliminates any complementary differential signal voltage within the DMRR performance capability of the probe 22 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Connecting to a Circuit Board Basic Operation Use the P75TLRST Long Reach Solder Tip to connect the probe to your circuit The P75TLRST tip is shipped with the probe and is described below Other TriMode solder tips are available as optional accessories as well as a handheld probing module and are described on the following pages P75TLRST TriMode Long Reach Solder Tip The Long Reach Solder tip enables you to make full signal characterizations from a multi point soldered connection This tip provides full bandwidth measurements for your TriMode probe The soldered connection passes the two complementary signals the A signal
31. nt may have detected an error condition Disconnect and reconnect the probe to clear the error 4 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Installation Connecting Accessories to the Probe Body CAUTION The probe has replaceable contacts inside the probe body connector that may stick to the accessory connector when it is disconnected To prevent damage to the probe before you connect accessories to the probe body always check that the contacts are located in the probe body only The probe body and tip cable ends are keyed to ensure correct installation Connect them as follows 1 Orient the probe body with the A and B inputs on top as shown 2 Align the tip cable lead with the red band to the A input 2158 008 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 5 Installation 3 Grasp the cable connector by hand and push the cable into the probe body until you feel a click The cable housing is fully seated when it is flush with the edge of the probe body 4 To remove the tip pull the cable tab straight out from the probe body CAUTION Pull only on the cable tab when removing the tip You may damage the tip or probe if you pull on the cables 2158 064 6 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Installation Control Box Controls and Indicators Atten Button and LEDs Press the Atten button to toggle the 5X 12 5X attenuation setting between 5X and
32. o the probe always use an antistatic 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 including static discharge Observe the following precautions when using the probe Do not do any of the following m Drop the probe or subject it to physical shock Subject the probe to adverse weather conditions Kink or fold the probe cable tighter than a 2 inch radius Solder the tips with excessive heat or duration Injure yourself with the sharp tips 62 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Maintenance Cleaning the Probe 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 and rinse with deionized water 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 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 63 Maintenance Returning the Pr
33. obe 1 Connect the probe to any channel 1 4 of the oscilloscope Allow the probe to warm up for 20 minutes 2 Set the oscilloscope to display the channel 3 Connect a BNC cable from the Probe Calibration output connector on the oscilloscope to the BNC connector on the TriMode DC Calibration board NOTE You may be able to use the PROBE COMPENSATION output connector Check your oscilloscope manual or online Help for more information TriMode Probing 0 0 Q 20 4 Connect the probe to the cable on the TriMode DC Calibration board 5 Set the Input Mode to A B on the probe 2158 020 16 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 6 Set the switches on the TriMode DC Calibration board to the positions shown for the selected input mode See Table 3 Functional Check and Calibration lima Table 3 TriMode DC Calibration board switch settings 2158 022 Probe input mode Fast rise probe cal Gnd Sig A B Probe Cal Gnd A Probe Cal Sig B Probe Cal Sig A B 2 Probe Cal Sig P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Functional Check and Calibration 7 Inthe menu bar select Vertical and then select Probe Cal
34. obe for Servicing If your probe requires servicing you must return it to Tektronix If the original packaging is unfit 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 2158 002 64 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Index A Accessories optional 44 standard 38 Adjustments 34 B Bullet Contacts 56 inspecting 58 installing 59 removing 57 C Calibration checking the instrument status 15 probe 14 running on the instrument 19 TriMode 14 Cleaning the probe 63 Connecting tip cables to the probe body 5 Connecting to circuit with handheld module 32 33 solder tip 23 Connecting to instruments with a TekConnect interface 3 without a TekConnect interface 36 Controls and indicators Atten button and LEDs 7 Input Mode button and LEDs 8 Power on sequence 4 TriMode 9 D Documentation vii CD 39 E Error conditions Input Mode 55 Range amp TriMo
35. ode Probes Quick Start User Manual il General Safety Summary Terms in this Manual These terms may appear in this manual A WARNING Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life A 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 m DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking m WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking m CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product The following symbol s may appear on the product A CAUTION Refer to Manual iv P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Environmental Considerations 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 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 pr
36. oduct 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 requirements according to Directive 2002 96 EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE For information about recycling options check the Support Service section of the Tektronix Web site www tektronix com P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual v Environmental Considerations 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 vi P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Preface Preface This manual describes the installation and operation of the P7500 Series TriMode Probes Basic probe operations and concepts are presented in this manual All documents listed below are located on the Documentation CD that came with your product You can also access the Tektronix Web site for these documents www tektronix com manuals Documentation To read about Use these documents Installation and Operation overviews In Depth Operation Read the user manual for general information about how to use your probe Use the technical reference manual located on your documentation CD ROM along with the user manual Specifications Applications Use the technical reference manual Read the A
37. ol W392 GAUGE SET GROUND TABS GAP T This tool simplifies spring removal and installation The ends of 2158086 the tool match the two springs that mount between the probe tips A tab in the center of the tool is used to set the span of the tips to the optimum width for spring replacement 003 1897 XX Connector Separator Tool 2158 057 Use this tool to disconnect the P7500 Tip Cable from the Probing Module Tips The tool protects the connectors and tips from damage by gently spreading them apart 48 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Accessories and Options Optional accessory Part number Description 067 1586 XX Deskew Fixture Use this fixture to time align the probe to other probes connected to your measurement system 2158 055 PPM203B PPM203B Articulating Arm This high precision articulating arm has fine adjustment controls for all three axes It is designed for probing circuit boards hybrids and multi chip modules 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 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 49 Accessories and Options Optional accessory Part number Description PPM100 PPM100 Probe Positioner This general purpose benchtop probe holder with flexible arm is designed for hands
38. placement Tips pair 2158 049 When the Probing Module kit is ordered two sets of Probing Module tip boards are shipped one set is pre installed on the Probing Module The replacement tips one each left and right are built in pairs and must be separated before installation To order the replacement tips separately order P75PMT 46 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Accessories and Options P75PDPM kit contents Part number Description 367 0545 XX Probing Module Handle Adapter The Handle Adapter connects the probe body to the handheld probing module 016 1998 XX Ground Spring Kit Large Package of 4 The handheld probing module requires a spring to make a ground connection between the ends of the two input tips Use the large ground spring for general purpose browsing when PQ the required span between tips is from 0 050 in to 0 180 in N N 1 27 to 4 57 mm 016 1999 XX Ground Spring Kit Small ka Package of 4 Use the small ground spring when vou are probing dense 2158 041 circuits and where you may have multiple probes in a confined area The distance between the tips with the small spring installed is from 0 030 in to 0 090 in 0 76 to 2 28 mm P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 47 Accessories and Options P75PDPM kit contents Part number Description 2 003 1900 XX Ground Spring To
39. pplication Examples in the user manual Reordering accessories Use the Accessories and Options section or refer to the insert in your accessory kit when reordering accessories P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual vii Preface viii P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Key Features The P7500 Series TriMode Probes allow you to take differential single ended and common mode measurements with one probe connection Key features include Revolutionary TriMode operation TekConnect Interface Bandwidth typical gt 13 GHz P7513 gt 16 GHz P7516 gt 20 GHz P7520 A B Mode only gt 18 GHz in other modes Rise time 10 90 lt 40 ps P7513 lt 32 ps P7516 lt 27 ps P7520 A B Mode only lt 29 ps in other modes 100 kQ differential input resistance 50 kQ per side P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Key Features Operating Considerations Operating Considerations Table 1 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Characteristic Description Specification Input Voltage Dynamic Range P7513 P7516 0 750 V 5X P7520 0 625 V 5X 1 75 V 12 5X 1 60 V 12 5X Input Voltage Range P7513 P7516 4 0 V 2 0 V P7520 3 7 V 2 0 V DC peak AC Both ranges input referenced to ground Temperature Operating 0 to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Nonoperating 20 C to 71 C 4 F to 160 F Humidity Operating Up to 40 C 104 F 20 80
40. r to the via if necessary 3 Cut one lead of the replacement resistor to approximately 0 6 15 mm for the long tip or 0 2 5 mm for the short tip 15 24 mm 0 600 in 5 08 mm 0 200 in 2158 081 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 4 If you are replacing the resistor on the extended resistor tip slide a piece of tubing included with the resistor kit over the lead This will insulate the resistor lead Heat the solder in the via and insert the resistor lead into the via until the insulating tube comes into contact with the tip board if you are replacing the resistor on the extended resistor tip until the resistor body almost touches the tip board if you are replacing the resistor on the short resistor tip Cut the excess lead on the bottom of the board Cut the remaining resistor lead to 0 1 2 5 mm P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 2158 082 Maintenance 61 Maintenance 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 control box and probe body 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 CAUTION To prevent damage t
41. se an antistatic wrist strap provided with your probe and work at a static approved workstation when you handle the probe You can use the equipment shown in the Functional Check to perform the probe calibration See Table 2 on page 10 14 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Functional Check and Calibration Check the Instrument Calibration lyscope Utilities Help Status Tek Secure Erase The Calibration Status of the instrument Signal Set Time amp Date Path Compensation test must be Pass for the GPIB Configuration probe calibration routine to run LAN Server Status External Signals 1 From the Utilities menu select Instrument Calibration Touch Screen b 2 In the Calibration box check that the Status field is Pass 3 If the status is not pass disconnect all probes and signal sources from the l oscilloscope and run the Signal Path temperature vai lons o lance crit Allow he oscloscope ta wam Compensation routine mites before running SPC Run SPC whenever the ambient temperature A A oscilloscope has changed by more than 5 C or once a week if the three When the Signal Path compensation test status master is Pass calibrate the probe See page 16 SPC will be adversely affected by input signals with AC components Calibrate the Probe 1974 027 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 15 Functional Check and Calibration Calibrate the Pr
42. sistors can withstand more solder cycles than the standard P75TLRST solder tip and can be replaced if they break This tip can measure rise times down to lt 32 ps A kit of replacement resistors is available see below 44 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Accessories and Options Optional accessory Part number Description 020 2937 XX Replacement Resistor Kit for TriMode Solder Tips Ba This kit includes c m 100 Q leaded resistors quantity 50 B m 750 surface mount 0402 resistors quantitv 50 m Nonconductive tubing quantity 50 P75PDPM 2158 031 Probing Module Kit This kit allows you to browse multiple test points in your circuit without using a soldered connection The kit includes the parts listed under P75PDPM kit contents below some are also orderable separately P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 45 Accessories and Options P75PDPM kit contents Part number Description Order P75PDPM kit Probing Module The Probing Module includes the P7500 Tip Cable and a large ground spring pre attached to the tip pair ready to connect to your probe To order the Probing Module order the P75PDPM kit P75TC P7500 Tip Cable This cable connects the probe to the Probing Module Tip When the Probing Module kit is ordered the cable is shipped pre installed on the Probing Module To order the cable separately order P75TC P75PMT Probing Module Re
43. t Board Check the probe tip connection at the probe body See page 5 Connecting Accessories to the Probe Body Perform a functional check using the TriMode calibration board included with the probe See page 10 Functional Check Check that the bullet contacts are present and intact in the probe body See page 58 Inspecting the Bullets and Connectors P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual Maintenance Input Mode Selection If you cannot select an Input Mode other than A B and you are using a TriMode tip that does not provide a circuit ground connection such as the P75PDPM handheld module this is normal operation The other input modes refer to circuit ground and are only valid when a TriMode tip that provides a circuit ground connection is selected If you are using a TriMode tip that provides a circuit ground connection such as the P75TLRST and you cannot select an Input Mode other than A B check the Probe Setup screen on the oscilloscope An incorrect Probe Tip might be selected To access the Probe Setup screen select Vertical Probe Cal from the menu bar Chan 1 ve P7516 Chan 2 Hopeni Chan 3 Chan 4 hux 2158 083 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 55 Maintenance User Replaceable Parts 56 This section describes the probe components that are replaceable due to normal wear Bullet Contacts The input sockets in the probe body assembly are protected by replaceable
44. te of traceable calibration Certificate is provided with every probe of Calibration se Data Calibration Report The Data Calibration Report lists Data the manufacturing test results of your probe at the time of Calibration shipment and is included with every probe Report 020 2962 XX English 020 2963 XX Japanese 020 2964 XX Simplified Chinese Quick Start User Manual and CD ROM The user manual provides instructions for operating the P7500 Series TriMode 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 P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 39 Accessories and Options Reorder part number Accessory and quantity Description Ud 067 1821 XX E CR L gi b amp a Cor 2158 054 TriMode DC Calibration Fixture Use this fixture to perform a functional check and a DC calibration with the host instrument 174 1120 XX 50 Q SMA M to SMA M cable assembly 8 5 in To perform a functional check use this cable to connect the DC Calibration fixture to the Fast Rise Time output connector on the host instrument 012 0208 XX 50 Q BNC M to BNC M cable assembly 10 in Sy Sy 2158 047 To perform a probe calibration use this cable to connect the DC Calibration fixture to the DC Probe Cal output connector on the host instru
45. that are provided in the wire replacement kit The kit includes 0 004 in 0 10 mm wire 0 008 in 0 20 mm wire mM SAC305 solder RoHS compliant You will also need tweezers a low wattage soldering iron and a pair of sharp wire cutters Separate procedures follow for soldering the different tips to your circuit and a demonstration video is included on the documentation CD ROM P7500 Series TriMode Probes Quick Start User Manual 0 20 mm 0 008 in 3 05 mm P75TLRST 0 120 in 1 02 mm L 0 040 in 7 1 66 mm 2 54 mm BE 0 100 in L III si 020 2936 XX 4 96 mm 0 195 in Basic Operation gt 2 54 mm 0 100 in 020 2944 XX 15 63 mm lt 0 615 im I 2158 072 25 Basic Operation 26 Connect the P75TLRST Solder Tip 1 Identify a location where the tip can be placed soldered and secured to your circuit NOTE You can work with long wires 1 inch but keep the finished wire lengths of the signal and ground connections as short as possible 2 Lay the wires against a circuit board pad trace or other conductive feature If vias or through holes are very close you can thread the wires through them 3 Solder the wires to your circuit NOTE For best results use a flux pen to clean your connections before soldering 2158 012 P7500 Series Tr
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