Tektronix MDO3000 Passive Probe

Product Specifications

• Model: TPP1000
• Bandwidth: 1 GHz
• Attenuation: 10X
• Compatibility: Tektronix MDO3000, MDO/MSO/DPO4000B & MSO/DPO5000 series oscilloscopes
• Rating: 300 V CAT II

Product Usage Instructions

For MSO/DPO5000 instruments

1. Select Vertical > Probe Cal…
2. Select the tab of the channel for the connected probe.
3. In the Calibration section, click Calibrate Probe.

For MDO3000 and MDO/MSO/DPO4000B instruments:
Follow the specific calibration instructions provided for these models.

Changing Probe Tips
To change probe tips, follow these steps:

1. Unscrew the insulator sleeve to replace the probe tips.
2. Choose from the available Tektronix part numbers for different tip options.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How do I prevent electric shock when using the probe?
A: To avoid electric shock, ensure that fingers are kept behind the finger guard of the probe body and accessories at all times.

Operating Information

The TPP1000 10X Passive Probe is a high impedance probe with 10X attenuation that is designed for use with Tektronix MDO3000, MDO/MSO/DPO4000B & MSO/DPO5000 series ground-referenced oscilloscopes.
Connect the probe as shown inthe illustrations below.

Compensating the Probe
You should compensate the probe after you attach it to an oscilloscope for the first time, or after you have changed the probe tip cartridge.

1. Connect the probe to an oscilloscope channel.
2. Connect the probe tip and ground to the probe compensation terminals on the oscilloscope.
3. On MSO/DPO5000 instruments:
   • Select Vertical > Probe Cal….
   • Select the tab of the channel for the connected probe.
   • In the Calibration section, click Calibrate Probe.
4. On MDO3000 and MDO/MSO/DPO4000B instruments:
   Press the Channel Menu front panel button for the channel that you connected the probe to.
   Push the More button until Probe Setup is selected.
   Push the Calibrate Probe button and follow the on-screen instructions.

If the probe compensation fails, verify that the signal and ground connections are secure at the Probe Comp connections. Also check that the ground connection is secure at the probe head, the rigid or pogo tip is secured tightly in the probe head, and the hook tip is securely connected to the tip.

Standard Accessories

WARNING. To avoid electric shock when using the probe or accessories, keep fingers behind the finger guard of probe body and accessories. Optional Accessories
The accessories shown below are available for the probes and are rated ≤30 V unless indicated otherwise.

Interchanging the Probe Tip
WARNING. To reduce the risk of shock, disconnect the probe before changing the probe tips. For optimal performance, doa probe compensation after the tip has been replaced.

Specifications

Table1: Electricaland mechanical specifications

Performance Graphs

Table 2: Environmental specifications 

Table 3: Certifications and compliances

Characteristics Description

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. Using the probe or accessories in a manner not specified could result in a shock or fire hazard.

To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Ground-Referenced Oscilloscope Use. Do not float the reference lead of this probe when using with ground referenced oscilloscopes (for example, MDO, MSO, and DPO series oscilloscopes). The reference lead must be connected to earth potential (0 V).
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 reference lead from the circuit under test before disconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.

• Avoid Electric Shock. To avoid injury or loss of life, do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
• 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.
• Avoid Electric Shock. When using probe accessories ,never exceed the lowest rating of the probe or its accessory, whichever is less, including the measurement category and voltage rating.
• Avoid Electric Overload. To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not apply potential to any input, including the reference inputs, that varies from ground by more than the maximum rating for that input.
• Avoid Exposed Circuitry and Do not Operate Without Covers. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
• Inspect The Probe And Accessories. Before each use, inspect probe and accessories for damage (cuts, tears, defects in the probe body, accessories, cable jacket, etc.). Do not use if damaged.
• Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
• Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
• Keep Product Surfaces Cleanand Dry.
• Safety Terms and Symbols Terms in This Manual.

These terms may appear in this manual

WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result ininjury orloss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.

Symbols on the Product. These symbols may appear on the product

Contacting Tektronix

• Web site: www.tektronix.com
• Phone: 1-800-833-9200
• Address: Tektronix, Inc.
• Department or name (if known)
• 14200 SW Karl Braun Drive
• P.O. Box 500
• Beaverton, OR 97077 USA
• Email: techsupport@tektronix.com

Warranty Information

For warranty information, go to www.tektronix.com/warranty

Documents / Resources

Tektronix MDO3000 Passive Probe [pdf] Instruction Manual MDO3000, MDO-MSO-DPO4000B, MSO-DPO5000, MDO3000 Passive Probe, MDO3000, Passive Probe, Probe

References

• User Manual