Tektronix 80E07 User manual

User Manual
80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10
Electrical Sampling Remote Modules
071-2038-01
This document applies to firmware version 2.5X
and above.
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Warranty 2
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of 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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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.

80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10 User Manual i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary v...................................
Environmental Considerations vii...............................
Preface ix...................................................
Manual Structure ix................................................
Related Manuals x.................................................
Getting Started 1............................................
Product Description 2..............................................
Accessories and Options 4...........................................
Standard Accessories 4..........................................
Optional Accessories 4..........................................
Options 5.....................................................
Installation 6.....................................................
Electrostatic Discharge 8........................................
Static Controlled Workstation 9...................................
Compensation 9...............................................
Operating Basics 11..........................................
Usage 11.........................................................
Controls 12........................................................
Signal Connector 12.............................................
Channel Selection 13............................................
TekProbe Connector 13..........................................
TDR On Indicator 13............................................
System Interaction 13...............................................
Commands From the Main Instrument Front Panel 14......................
Programmer Interface Commands 15...................................
User Adjustments 15................................................
Cleaning 16.......................................................
Reference 17.................................................
Taking TDR Measurements 17........................................
TDR Measurements Background 28....................................
Finding the Velocity of Propagation and Locating Mismatches 31.........
TDR Measurement Units 31.......................................
Making Accurate TDR Measurements 33............................
Taking Differential and Common-Mode TDR Measurements 33.............
Connector and Adapter Care Requirements 41...........................
Visual Inspection 41.............................................
Cleaning Connectors 42..........................................
Assembly and Torquing 44........................................
Detecting Damaged Inputs 46.........................................
EOS (Electrical Overstress) Prevention 46...............................
Specifications 49.............................................
Glossary 55.................................................
Index 57....................................................

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List of Figures
Figure 1: Sampling main module and remote module,
80E10 shown 2..........................................
Figure 2: Sampling module block diagram 3.....................
Figure 3: Sampling module compartments 6.....................
Figure 4: Guide rails 7.......................................
Figure 5: Sampling module, 80E10 shown 12.....................
Figure 6: Vertical Setup dialog box 14...........................
Figure 7: TDR Setup dialog box 15..............................
Figure 8: Simplified schematic diagram of step
generator - positive polarity 18..............................
Figure 9: Step generator with a shorted output 19.................
Figure 10: Step generation with a 50 Ωload 19....................
Figure 11: Step generation with an open circuit 19.................
Figure 12: TDR displays for typical loads 21......................
Figure 13: Microstrip discontinuities 28..........................
Figure 14: TDR waveform of microstrip in Figure 13 29............
Figure 15: TDR step and reflection (short) 30.....................
Figure 16: TDR step and reflection (50 Ωline terminated
in 75 Ω)32...............................................
Figure 17: TDR step of undamaged sampling module 46............
Figure 18: First example of EOS error 48........................
Figure 19: Second example of EOS error showing
cumulative effect 48.......................................

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List of Tables
Table 1: Sampling module features 3...........................
Table 2: Standard accessories 4...............................
Table 3: Optional accessories 4................................
Table 4: Torque wrench information 45.........................
Table 5: Electrical sampling modules -- Signal acquisition 49.......
Table 6: Electrical sampling module -- TDR system
(80E08 and 80E10) 52.....................................
Table 7: Electrical sampling modules -- Timebase system 53........
Table 8: Electrical sampling modules -- Mechanical 53.............

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80E07, 80E08, 80E09, and 80E10 User Manual v
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.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Ground the Product. This product is indirectly grounded through the grounding
conductor of the mainframe power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding
conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the
input or output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly
grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid 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 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.
Wear Eye Protection. Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity rays or
laser radiation exists.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
ToAvoidFireor
Personal Injury

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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.
These terms may appear on the product:
HDANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
HWARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you
read the marking.
HCAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
WARNING
High Voltage
Protective Ground
(Earth) Terminal
Terms in this Manual
Symbols and Terms
on the Product