Teledyne Lecroy PP006C User manual

PP006C
Passive Probe
Operator’s
Manual

700 Chestnut Ridge Road
Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977-6499
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
teledynelecroy.com
PP006C Passive Probe Operator’s Manual
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Operator’s Manual
Introduction
The Teledyne LeCroy PP006C is a passive probe with a wide range of probing
accessories. It is designed to give high-impedance probing capability to a circuit
when attached to a Teledyne LeCroy oscilloscope.
Specifications
System
Attenuation
Input
Impedance
B/W
Cable
Length
Compensation
Range
R (MΩ)
C (pF)
(MHz)
(m)
(pF)
10x ±2%
10
12
500
1.2
13 - 23
Attenuation Ratio .....................10:1 ± 2%
Max. Rated Input Voltage (1)
Measurement Category I: 350 Vrms
1400 V transient overvoltage
Measurement Category II: 300 Vrms
Pollution Degree (1) ...................2
Operating Altitude ....................Up to 3000 meters
Max. Operating Temp ...............5° C to 40° C (41° F to 104° F)
Humidity ...................................< 80% non-condensing
RH not controlled below 10° C
(1) As defined in IEC/EN 61010-031. Also see definitions below.
Definitions:
Measurement Category I (CAT I): measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to mains.
Measurement Category II (CAT II): measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the
low-voltage installation.
Pollution Degree 2: operating environment where normally only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs.
Temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected.
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Input Impedance Profile
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Voltage vs. Frequency Derating Curve
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General Safety Information
Observe generally accepted safety procedures in addition to those listed
here to avoid personal injury or damage to equipment. The overall safety
of any system incorporating this accessory is the responsibility of the
assembler of the system.
Connect only to grounded instruments. Use only with compatible Teledyne LeCroy
oscilloscopes that have their BNC input connected to an earth ground. Do not
connect the probe reference lead to any point which is at a potential other than
earth ground.
Connect and disconnect properly. Connect probe to the oscilloscope before
connecting it to the test circuit. Disconnect the probe input and reference lead
from the test circuit before disconnecting from the oscilloscope. Do not connect
or disconnect probes while they are connected to a voltage source.
Do not overload. Do not apply any potential to the probe leads that exceeds the
maximum rating of the probe.
Always comply with the Voltage vs. Frequency Derating Curve.
Observe all terminal ratings. Observe all markings on the oscilloscope before
connecting. Consult the oscilloscope product manual for further ratings
information.
Do not remove probe casing. Touching exposed connections may result in
electric shock.
Do not excessively bend cables.
Use indoors only within operational environment listed. Do not use in wet or
explosive atmospheres. Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
Handle with care. Probe tips are extremely sharp and may puncture skin or
cause other bodily injury if not handled properly.
Keep fingers behind the finger guard of probe body and accessories.
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Do not operate with suspected failures. Before each use, inspect the probe and
accessories for any potential damage such as tears or other defects in the probe
body, cable jacket, accessories, etc. If any part is damaged, cease operation
immediately and sequester the probe from inadvertent use.
EC Declaration of Conformity
The product is marked with this symbol to indicate that it conforms to
the applicable European Union requirements per Low Voltage
Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC. Compliance was demonstrated to the
following specification as listed in the Official Journal of the European
Communities:
IEC/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.
EU RoHS Compliance
The probe and its accessories conform to the 2011/65/EU RoHS2 Directive, as
they have been classified as Industrial Monitoring and Control Equipment (per
Article 3, Paragraph 24) and are exempt from RoHS compliance until 22 July 2017
(per Article 4, Paragraph 3).
Disposal
The probe is marked with this symbol to indicate that it complies
with the applicable European Union requirements to Directives
2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) and Batteries.
This electronic product is subject to disposal and recycling
regulations that vary by country and region. Many countries
prohibit the disposal of waste electronic equipment in standard
waste receptacles. For more information about proper disposal and recycling of
your Teledyne LeCroy product, visit teledynelecroy.com/recycle.
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Probe Compensation
Proper compensation of the probe is required to assure amplitude accuracy of
the waveform being measured by matching the probe to the oscilloscope’s input
capacitance. Compensation should be adjusted whenever the probe is connected
to or transferred between oscilloscopes.
1. Connect the sprung hook to the oscilloscope’s CAL OUT terminal and the
ground lead to the GND terminal. Connect the cable to any input channel.
2. Turn on the input channel and press AUTO SETUP.
3. Adjust the time base and channel Volts/div settings until the signal contains
two cycles as shown below.
4. Use the trimmer tool to adjust the low-frequency trimmer located on the
BNC Compensation Box until you achieve a flat-topped square wave like the
center illustration in the figure below.
CAUTION: Do not apply excessive pressure. The tip of the trimmer
is made of plastic and can break easily.
Over-compensated, correct, and under-compensated waveforms
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Cleaning
•Clean only the exterior of the probe, cables, and accessories. Use a soft
cotton cloth moistened with a mild detergent and water solution. Do not
allow any portion of the probe to be submerged at any time.
•Dry the probe and accessory thoroughly before attempting to make any
voltage measurement.
•Do not subject the probe to solvents or solvent fumes as these can cause
deterioration of the probe body, cables, and accessories.
Service
Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Contact Teledyne LeCroy at the
following address to arrange to return the probe for service:
Teledyne LeCroy, Inc.
700 Chestnut Ridge Road
Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977-6499
Ph: 800-553-2769 or 845-425-2000
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
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Replaceable Parts
Item Description Quantity
1
Sprung Hook
1
2
Ground Lead, 11 cm
1
3
Ground Lead on probe tip
1
4
IC Insulating Tip
1
5
Color Bands (yellow, red, blue, green)
4 x 2
6
Trimmer Tool
1
All replacement parts contained in Standard Accessory Replacement Kit PK116.
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