Tektronix THDP0100 User manual

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THDP0100/0200 & TMDP0200
High Voltage Differential Probes
ZZZ
Instruction Manual
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THDP0100/0200 & TMDP0200
High Voltage Differential Probes
ZZZ
Instruction Manual
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Revision C
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077-0540-01

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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
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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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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.................................................................................................... 1
Connecting to the Circuit......................................................................................................... 2
Probe Controls and Indicators................................................................................................... 3
Accessories............................................................................................................................ 6
THDP0100 Probe Standard Accessories . .... .... ... ..... ... .... .... .... .... ... ..... ... .... ... . .... ... . ... .... .... .... ... ..... . 6
THDP0200 & TMDP0200 Probe Standard Accessories... ... . .... .... ..... ... .... ..... .... .... .... .... ..... .... ... ..... .... .. 10
THDP & TMDP Series Probes Optional Accessories .. ... ..... ... .... ..... ... .... .... . ... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ... ..... 17
Options................................................................................................................................ 18
Functional Check ..................................................................................................................... 19
Operating Basics ..................................................................................................................... 22
Operating Characteristics and Probing Techniques ........................................................................... 22
Specifications.........................................................................................................................26
Warranted Specifications ....................................................................................................... 26
Typical Characteristics..........................................................................................................27
Mechanical Characteristics ..................................................................................................... 28
Nominal Characteristics......................................................................................................... 29
Performance Graphs............................................................................................................ 29
Performance Verification ............................................................................................................. 33
Required Equipment ............................................................................................................ 33
Test Procedures................................................................................................................. 35
Adjustments........................................................................................................................... 39
Equipment Required ........................................................................................................... 41
Adjustment Procedures......................................................................................................... 42
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................... 53
Host Instrument Firmware ...................................................................................................... 53
Error Conditions ................................................................................................................ 53
Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 54
Service........................................................................................................................... 54
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
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.
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.
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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
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.
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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 THDP0100/0200 & TMDP0200 high voltage
differential probes. The probes share similar functions, properties, and operating procedures, and are discussed first, followed
by the specifications, which differ by probe model. Service procedures include performance verification and adjustments.
WARNING. Only use the accessories that are designed for your probe and that are rated at or above the voltages you
are measuring.
Name Bandwidth Peak voltage range Oscilloscope interface
THDP0100 100 MHz 600 V/6000 V TekVPI
THDP0200 200 MHz 150 V/1500 V TekVPI
TMDP0200 200 MHz 75 V/750 V TekVPI
Figure i: THDP0100 probe with accessories
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Figure ii: THDP0200 probe with accessories
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Figure iii: TMDP0200 probe with accessories
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Probe Operating Information
Probe Operating Information
This section of the manual describes how to make connections to the instrument and to your circuit, followed by descriptions
of the probe controls and indicators.
Connecting to the Instrument
1. Connect the probe to the input of the oscilloscope.
All of the LEDs on the probe body briefly light, and then indicate the settings from the previous session.
The Status LED on the probe control box lights amber as the probe completes a self-test.
The Status LED goes off briefly and then lights green to indicate the probe is ready to use.
2. Adjust the vertical offset (or position) of the oscilloscope input.
3. Select the proper range setting.
For example, when using the THDP0200 probe, to achieve higher resolution and less noise when measuring signals
below 150 Vpk, switch the RANGE to 150 V. If the OVERRANGE indicator lights or flashes, the output signal may
not be accurate. Use the 1500 V range setting instead.
WARNING. To avoid electrical shock, observe proper safety precautions when working with voltages above 60 VDC or
30 VACRMS. These voltage levels pose a shock hazard. Use only the accessories specified with the probe that you are using.
Make sure that the accessories are fully mated before connecting or disconnecting.
WARNING. To avoid electrical shock or fire, make sure the test leads are in good condition. The input leads and extender
leads have a jacket wear indicator which becomes visible if the wire jacket becomes excessively worn. If the wear indicator is
visible, do not use the probe. Contact Tektronix Service for repair or replacement.
4. Use the probe accessories to connect the probe inputs to the circuit points to be measured. (See page 6, Accessories.)
WARNING. To avoid electrical shock or fire, keep the probe body and output cable of the probe away from the circuits being
measured. The probe body and output cable are not intended to be in contact with the circuits being measured.
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Connecting to the Circuit
Make the connections to your circuit using the integral input leads or the accessories that best fit your application. The
integral input leads extend 10 in (25 cm) from the probe body. Connect the leads directly to your circuit, or use the extender
leads and the accessories that are included with the probe. (See page 6, Accessories.)
WARNING. To avoid electrical shock or fire, always make the connections from the test leads to the probe accessory that
you intend to use before you make any connections to a voltage source. Always ensure that the connections between the
test leads and the probe accessories are secure before you connect them to a voltage source. Do not connect or disconnect
accessories or extended test leads to a voltage source unless they are first connected to the probe.
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Probe Controls and Indicators
The probes have several features that make probing and measurement a simpler task. Familiarize yourself with the controls
and indicators shown on the following pages. Some features differ from those illustrated, such as probe input voltage
limit and voltage range, depending on the probe model.
The probe release button, Status LED, and MENU buttons are located on the probe control box.
Probe Release Button
Press the release button to unlatch the probe
from the instrument, and then pull the probe
straight out.
WARNING. To avoid electrical shock,
disconnect the probe inputs from the circuit
before disconnecting the probe from the
instrument.
Status LED
When the probe is connected to the
instrument, the Status LED lights amber as
the probe completes a self-test. Then, the
Status LED goes off briefly and then lights
green to indicate the probe is ready to use.
The Status LED lights amber or red if the
power-on test failed, or any time an error
occurs. If the Status LED light does not light
green after the self-test, first disconnect the
probe from the circuit under test, and then
disconnect the probe from the oscilloscope.
Reconnect the probe to the oscilloscope and
check that the Status LED lights amber, and
then green. If the Status LED continues
to light amber or red, there may be other
remedies. (See page 53, Error Conditions .)
Menu Button
Press the MENU button to display on-screen
probe controls on the oscilloscope. Many
probe functions are available, such as
AutoZero and range selection.
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