Teledyne Lecroy PP006D User manual

Operator’s Manual
PP006
D
Passive Probe

700 Chestnut Ridge Road
Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977-6499
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
teledynelecroy.com
PP006D Passive Probe Operator’s Manual
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Information in this publication supersedes all earlier versions. Specifications are
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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
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929702-00 Rev A
May, 2018

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Terms and Symbols
The following symbols appear on the product or in its documentation:
WARNING
High Voltage. Risk of electric shock or burn.
WARNING or
CAUTION
Condition or practice could result in injury or loss
of life, or damage to equipment.
DOUBLE INSULATION
PROTECTIVE (EARTH) TERMINAL
Introduction
The Teledyne LeCroy PP006D 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.
To avoid electric shock, keep fingers behind the probe’s finger
guard during use.
The cable has an interior wear indicator that becomes visible when
the wire jacket is excessively worn. If the wear indicator is visible,
do not use the probe.
Rated for indoor use only. Do not operate where conductive
pollutants may be present.

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Specifications
System
Attenuation
Input
Impedance
B/W
Probe
Length
Compensation
Range
R (MΩ) C (pF) (MHz) (m) (pF)
10x 10 ±2% 12.5 ±10% 500
(-3 dB)
1.514 - 25
Attenuation Ratio ......... 10:1 ± 2% (excepting characteristics of oscilloscope)
Max. Input Voltage....... Circuits not directly connected to Mains: 350 Vrms,
.........................................1400 V transient overvoltage
.........................................Measurement Category II*: 300 Vrms
To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not exceed the voltage or
category ratings of the probe. See voltage derating curve on p.4.
Pollution Degree* ......... 2
Operating Altitude ........ Up to 3000 meters (9843 ft)
Max. Operating Temp.. 5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
Humidity......................... Up to 80% RH (5 °C to 31 °C)
.........................................Decreasing linearly to 50% RH at 40°C
*As defined in IEC/EN 61010-031. See definitions below.
Definitions:
Measurement Category II (CAT II) refers to measurements performed on circuits directly connected to
utilization points (socket outlets and similar) of the low-voltage mains installation.
Pollution Degree 2 refers to an operating environment where normally only dry, non-conductive
pollution occurs. Temporary conductivity caused by condensation is to be expected.

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Input Impedance Profile

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Voltage vs. Frequency Derating Curve
Not directly connected to Mains
CAT II
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.

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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/disconnect probes that are attached to a live 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.
Do not excessively bend cables.
If the cable wear indicator is visible, do not use the probe.
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.
Do not operate with suspected failures. Before each use, inspect the probe
and accessories for 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.

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EC Declaration of Conformity
The probe conforms to the applicable European Union
requirements per Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU.
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in
the Official Journal of the European Communities:
IEC/EN 61010-031:2015 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 accessories conform to the 2011/65/EU RoHS2 Directive.
Disposal
The probe complies with the applicable European Union
requirements to Directives 2012/19/EU and 2013/56/EU on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Batteries.

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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]
contact.cor[email protected]
For the most complete and up-to-date list of sales and service centers by
country, visit teledynelecroy.com/support/contact.