Tektronix P5200A User manual

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P5200A Series
High Voltage Differential Probes
ZZZ
Instruction Manual
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P5200A Series
High Voltage Differential Probes
ZZZ
Instruction Manual
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Revision B
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077-0536-02

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Warranty
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 new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced
parts, modules and products become the property of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period
and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the
defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the
product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall
be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and
care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel
other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or
connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or
d) to service a product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.
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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.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
General safety summary .............................................................................................................. iii
Compliance Information............................................................................................................... v
EMC Compliance................................................................................................................. v
Safety Compliance............................................................................................................... vi
Environmental Considerations................................................................................................. viii
Preface................................................................................................................................. ix
Probe Operating Information.......................................................................................................... 1
Connecting to the Instrument.................................................................................................... 2
Probe Controls ...................................................................................................................5
Functional Check.................................................................................................................7
Accessories............................................................................................................................ 8
Connecting to the Circuit......................................................................................................... 8
Options................................................................................................................................ 23
Operating Basics ..................................................................................................................... 24
Operating Characteristics and Probing Techniques ........................................................................... 24
Specifications.........................................................................................................................28
Warranted Specifications ....................................................................................................... 28
Typical Specifications........................................................................................................... 29
Nominal Specifications.......................................................................................................... 31
Performance Graphs............................................................................................................ 32
Performance Verification ............................................................................................................. 36
Required Equipment ............................................................................................................ 36
Test Procedures................................................................................................................. 37
Adjustments........................................................................................................................... 41
Equipment Required ........................................................................................................... 43
Adjustment Procedures......................................................................................................... 44
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................... 55
Host Instrument Firmware ...................................................................................................... 55
Error Conditions................................................................................................................. 55
Cleaning......................................................................................................................... 56
Service........................................................................................................................... 56
Index
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General safety summary
General safety summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system. Read the safety sections of the other
component manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.
To avoid fire or personal injury
Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use.
Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connected
to a voltage source.
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.
Ground the product. This product is indirectly grounded through the grounding conductor of the mainframe power cord.
To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input
or output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid 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.
Power disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. Do not block the power cord; it
must remain accessible to the user at all times.
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.
Use proper AC adapter. Use only the AC adapter specified for this product.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
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General safety summary
Termsinthismanual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.
Symbols and terms on the product
These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
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Compliance Information
Compliance Information
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance), safety, and environmental standards with which the instrument
complies.
EMC Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC (Applies Only to the P5200A Probe)
Meets intent of 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. 123
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and conducted emissions, Group 1, Class A
IEC 61000-4-2:2001. Electrostatic discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic field immunity
IEC 61000-4-4:2004. Electrical fast transient/burst immunity
IEC 61000-4-5:2001. Power line surge immunity
IEC 61000-4-6:2003. Conducted RF immunity
IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity 4
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker
European contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
1This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas may cause electromagnetic interference.
2Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object.
3To ensure compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface cables should be used.
4Performance Criterion C applied at the 70%/25 cycle Voltage-Dip and the 0%/250 cycle Voltage-Interruption test levels
(IEC 61000-4-11).
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per the following standard, in accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN 61326-1:2006 and
EN 61326-2-1:2006.
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Compliance Information
Safety Compliance
Equipment Type
Differential Voltage Probe
EC Declaration of Conformity – Low Voltage
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EN 61010-031/A1:2008. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - Part
031: Safety requirements for handheld probe assemblies for electrical measurement and test.
Canadian Certification
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-031-07/A1:2010, 1st Edition. Safety requirements for handheld probe assemblies for electrical
measurement and test.
Additional Compliances
IEC 61010-031/A1:2008. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - Part
031: Safety requirements for handheld probe assemblies for electrical measurement and test.
Pollution Degree Description
A measure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment around and within a product. Typically the internal
environment inside a product is considered to be the same as the external. Products should be used only in the environment
for which they are rated.
Pollution Degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Products in this category are generally
encapsulated, hermetically sealed, or located in clean rooms.
Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is
caused by condensation must be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment. Temporary condensation
occurs only when the product is out of service.
Pollution Degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive pollution that becomes conductive due to condensation.
These are sheltered locations where neither temperature nor humidity is controlled. The area is protected from direct
sunshine, rain, or direct wind.
Pollution Degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity through conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical
outdoor locations.
Pollution Degree
Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor use only.
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Compliance Information
Installation & Measurement (Overvoltage) Category Descriptions
Terminals on this product may have different installation or measurement (overvoltage) category designations. The
installation and measurement categories are:
Measurement Category IV. For measurements performed at the source of low-voltage installation.
Measurement Category III. For measurements performed in the building installation.
Measurement Category II. For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.
Measurement Category I. For measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to MAINS.
Overvoltage Category (AC Adapter)
Overvoltage Category II (as defined in IEC 61010-1)
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Compliance Information
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. To avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, we
encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused
or recycled appropriately.
This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable European Union requirements according
to Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and
batteries. For information about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web
site (www.tek.com).
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.
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Preface
Preface
This document provides operating information and specifications for the Tektronix P5200A Series high voltage differential
probes. The probes share similar functions, properties, and operating procedures, and are discussed in the firstpartofthe
manual. The specifications and performance verification procedures for the probes follow.
WARNING. Only use the accessories that are designed for your probe and that are rated at or above the voltages you are
measuring. (See Table i on page x.) (See Table ii on page xiii.)
Name Bandwidth Attenuation Oscilloscope interface
P5200A 50 MHz 50X/500X BNC
P5202A 100 MHz 20X/200X TekProbe BNC-Level 2
P5205A 100 MHz 50X/500X TekProbe BNC-Level 2
P5210A 50 MHz 100X/1000X TekProbe BNC-Level 2
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Figure i: P5200A High Voltage Differential Probe with accessories
Table i: P5200A, P5202A & P5205A probe standard accessories derating table
Combined probe and accessory common-mode voltage
and input voltage-to-earth ratings
Accessory P5202A P5200A & P5205A P5210A 1
Extender leads 450 VCATI
300 V CAT II
1000VCATII
600 V CAT III
2300VCATI
1000 V CAT III
Hook clips (AC280-FL) 450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
1000 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
Pincer clips (AC283-FL) 450 V CAT I
300VCATII
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT III
1000 V CAT I
1000 V CAT III
Alligator clips (AC285-FL) 450VCATI
300 V CAT II
1000VCATII
600 V CAT III
1000VCATI
1000 V CAT III
1The P5200A, P5202A & P5205A standard accessories can also be used with the P5210A probe, but only at the reduced voltage levels listed here.
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Figure ii: P5202A High Voltage Differential Probe with accessories
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Preface
Figure iii: P5205A High Voltage Differential Probe with accessories
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Figure iv: P5210A High Voltage Differential Probe with accessories
Table ii: P5210A probe standard accessories derating table
Combined probe and accessory common-mode voltage
and input voltage-to-earth ratings
Accessory P5202A 1P5200A & P5205A 1P5210A
Extender leads 450 VCATI
300 V CAT II
1000VCATII
600 V CAT II
2300VCATI
1000 V CAT III
Test probe (TATP) 450 V CAT I
300 V CAT II
1000 V CAT II
600 V CAT II
1000 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
Small hook tip (TASH) 450 V CAT I
300VCATII
1000 V CAT II
600VCATII
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
Large hook tip (TALH) 450VCATI
300 V CAT II
1000VCATII
600 V CAT II
2300 V CAT I
1000 V CAT II
1The P5210A standard accessories can be used with these probes at the reduced voltage levels listed in this table.
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Probe Operating Information
Probe Operating Information
The P5200A Series probes share many common features, including connections to the circuit, compensation box buttons,
and operating basics. The probes connect to the host oscilloscope through one of two probe-to-oscilloscope interfaces:
BNC – this connection is a shielded 50 Ωcoaxial cable with an outer ground connection and center signal pin. The BNC
interface is used on the P5200A probe, which allows you to connect directly to most ground-referenced oscilloscopes.
TekProb e Level 2 – this interface adds probe communications with the oscilloscope to accomplish calibrated offset at
the probe tip. This interface is used on the P5202A, P5205A, and P5210A probes, and many Tektronix oscilloscopes.
These probes can also be used with Tektronix oscilloscopes that use the TekVPI-interface, by connecting through an
optional TPA-BNC Adapter.
TPA-BNC Adapter
The TPA-BNC Adapter is an optional accessory that enables you to use existing TekProbe-interface probes with oscilloscopes
that feature the TekVPI probe interface. The adapter recognizes TekProbe-interface probes and supplies the necessary
power, serial communication, and offset control as used by the connected TekProbe product accessory.
WARNING. To reduce risk of shock or fire, do not exceed the ratings of the TPA-BNC adapter; it is not intended to be
connected to voltages above 30 VAC, 42 Vpk, or 60 VDC. For BNC probes, connect the probe directly to the oscilloscope.
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