WavePro 7 Zi and Zi-A Oscilloscopes
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WP7Zi-GSM-E RevB
Another universal probe interface advantage is the ability to switch
between two probe setups. This function is remotely programmable
allowing the interface to operate like a switch.
The ability to select four out of eight inputs provides unheard of
connection flexibility and eliminates the need for costly, easy-to-lose
adapters.
The characteristics of the universal ProBus/ProLink Interface are shown in
the following table. Each of the interfaces provides power to the probe. An
I
2
C interface allows communication with the probe which permits probe
recognition and interaction. This adds to the flexibility of the system as the
oscilloscope can sense and control each probe.
Probe Interface
ProBus
(Bandwidth)
ProLink
(Bandwidth)
50 Ω
3.5 GHz
4-6 GHz
1 MΩ
500 MHz
NA
Table 4-1.Probe interface characteristics
Note
: The WavePro 740Zi, Zi-A and 760 Zi, Zi-A oscilloscopes offer both
ProBus and ProLink probe interfaces which allows dual inputs in the DC
to 3.5 GHz range and a dedicated high-bandwidth interface in the range
of 4 through 20 GHz.
ProLink Interface Adapters
For some instruments, LeCroy's ProLink Adapters (LPA) provides the ability
to connect your signal in the following ways:
Using a BMA connector.
SMA, using the BMA-to-SMA adapter (4 are sent standard on 4 - 6
GHz units).
BNC, using BMA-to-BNC adapter (optional).
K-Type (2.92 mm), using the BMA-to-2.92 mm adapter .
