Tektronix P7380 User manual

User Manual
P7313 12.5 GHz,
P7380 8 GHz, and P7360 6 GHz
5X/25X Differential Probes
071-1703-02
www.tektronix.com

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This warranty is for the probe:
WARRANTY 2
Tektronix warrants that the 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.
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.

This warranty is for the probe accessories:
WARRANTY 14
Tektronix warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of three (3) months from the date of original purchase from an authorized
Tektronix distributor. If the 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. Batteries are
excluded from this warranty. 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, shipping charges prepaid,
and with a copy of customer proof of purchase. 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.
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.

P7313, P7380, and P7360 Differential Probe User Manual i
Table of Contents
General Safety Summary v............................
Preface vii............................................
Conventions Used in this Manual vii.......................
Documentation vii......................................
Environmental Considerations viii.......................
Product End-of-Life Handling viii.......................
Restriction of Hazardous Substances viii..................
Getting Started 1.....................................
Key Features 1.......................................
Handling the Probe 2..................................
Cleaning 2.......................................
Operation Basics 3...................................
Connecting to the Host Instrument 3......................
Selecting the Probe Attenuation (Scaling) 4.............
Connecting a Tip-Clip assembly 4.....................
Functional Check 5....................................
Test Procedure 6...................................
Probe Calibration 10....................................
Test Procedure 10...................................
Tip-Clip Ejector 12.....................................
Removing a Tip-Clip assembly 12......................
Tip-Clip Ejector Installation 13........................
Connecting to a Circuit Board 14..........................
Soldered Tip-Clip assembly 15.........................
Handheld Adapter 20................................
Square-Pin Tip-Clip assembly 24.......................
Fixtured Probing 25....................................
Reinstalling the Flex Strip 26.............................
Wire Replacement (P7313 Only) 27.......................
Accessories 29........................................
Standard Accessories 29.................................
Optional Accessories 38................................
Options 41............................................

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Probe Applications 43..................................
Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM) Testing 43............
P7000 Probe with a TDS8000 Sampling Oscilloscope 44......
Measuring an RF Signal with a P7000 Series Probe 46.........
Measuring a PCI Express signal with a P7000 probe 47........

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Tables
Table 1: Standard accessories 29........................
Table 2: Optional accessories 38.........................
Figures
Figure 1: Connect TekConnect to instrument 3............
Figure 2: Probe (front) 4..............................
Figure 3: Equipment used for the functional check 5.......
Figure 4: Connect to the probe for functional check 6......
Figure 5: Installing a Tip-Clip assembly 7................
Figure 6: Short resistor leads 9.........................
Figure 7: Connect the probe for probe calibration
(TDS6000B/C shown) 11............................
Figure 8: Removing a Tip-Clip assembly 12...............
Figure 9: Attaching a Tip-Clip Ejector 13.................
Figure 10: Soldered Tip-Clip assemblies 14................
Figure 11: Connect to a circuit board 15..................
Figure 12: TDS/CSA8X00 Series Sampling oscilloscope 17...
Figure 13: Wire-lead length for HBW Tip-Clip assemblies 18
Figure 14: Variable Spacing Tip-Clip assembly 20..........
Figure 15: Assembling the handheld adapter 21............
Figure 16: Lock the handheld adapter 22.................
Figure 17: Square Pin Tip-Clip assembly 24...............
Figure 18: Fixtured probe 25............................
Figure 19: Reinstalling the flex strip 26...................
Figure 20: Circuit board with Tip-Clip assemblies 43.......
Figure 21: TDS8000 sampling oscilloscope 44..............
Figure 22: RTPA2A Probe adapter setup 46...............
Figure 23: RT-Eye application 47........................

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P7313, P7380, and P7360 Differential Probe 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.
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. Disconnect the probe input 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.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry.Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is present.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures.If you suspect there is
damage to this product, have it inspected by qualified service
personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.

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Symbols and Terms
Terms in this Manual.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 on the Product.The following symbol may appear on the
product:
CAUTION
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