Tektronix TDS3000C Series Use and care manual

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TDS3000C Series
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
Specifications and Performance Verification
Technical Reference
*P071250802*
071-2508-02

Technical Reference
TDS3000C Series
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
Specifications and Performance Verification
071-2508-02
Issued: September 2009
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This document applies to firmware version 4.00
and above.
Warning
The servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to
performing service.
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TDS3000C Specifications and Performance Verification i
Table of Contents
List of Figures ii............................................
List of Tables iii.............................................
General Safety Summary v...................................
Specifications 1--1.............................................
Performance Verification 2--1...................................
Test Record 2--2.....................................................
Performance Verification Procedures 2--5.................................

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ii TDS3000C Specifications and Performance Verification
List of Figures
Figure 1--1: Ethernet pinout 1--9.................................
Figure 1--2: USB Host pinout 1--10................................

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TDS3000C Specifications and Performance Verification iii
List of Tables
Table 1--1: Acquisition characteristics 1--1........................
Table 1--2: Input characteristics 1--1.............................
Table 1--3: Vertical characteristics 1--2...........................
Table 1--4: Horizontal characteristics 1--4........................
Table 1--5: Trigger characteristics 1--5...........................
Table 1--6: Display characteristics 1--8............................
Table 1--7: I/O Port characteristics 1--8...........................
Table 1--8: Miscellaneous characteristics 1--10......................
Table 1--9: Power sources 1--10...................................
Table 1--10: Environmental characteristics 1--11....................
Table 1--11: Mechanical characteristics 1--11.......................

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iv TDS3000C Specifications and Performance Verification

TDS3000C Specifications and Performance Verification 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.
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
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 and the probe ground from the circuit under test before disconnecting
the probe from the measurement instrument.
Ground the Product. When operating with AC power, this product is grounded
through the grounding conductor of the 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.
When operating with battery power, this product must still be grounded. To
prevent electric shock, always connect a grounding wire between the ground
terminal on the rear panel and earth ground.
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.
Connect the ground lead of the probe to earth ground only.
To Avoid Fire or Personal
Injury

General Safety Summary
vi TDS3000C Specifications and Performance Verification
Replace Batteries Properly. Replace batteries only with the proper type and rating
specified.
Recharge Batteries Properly. Recharge batteries for the recommended charge
cycle only.
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.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
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.
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.
Safety Terms and Symbols