R&S RT-Z1M, Manual

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Contents
R&S
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RT
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Z1M
3 Manual 1801.3142.02 ─ 05
Contents
1 Safety information..................................................................................5
2 Product description............................................................................... 7
2.1 Key features and key characteristics..........................................................................7
2.2 Unpacking the product................................................................................................. 7
2.2.1 Inspecting the contents................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Description of the buffer amplifier.............................................................................. 8
2.3.1 Buffer amplifier box......................................................................................................... 9
2.3.2 Probe interface................................................................................................................9
2.3.3 Dimensions of buffer amplifier and probe......................................................................10
2.4 Accessories................................................................................................................. 10
2.4.1 Supplied accessories.................................................................................................... 10
2.4.2 Service accessories...................................................................................................... 10
3 Putting into operation.......................................................................... 11
3.1 Connecting the buffer amplifier to the oscilloscope............................................... 11
3.2 Identification of buffer amplifier and probe..............................................................12
3.3 Connecting the buffer amplifier to the DUT..............................................................12
3.4 Disconnecting the buffer amplifier from the DUT.................................................... 12
3.5 Using the buffer amplifier...........................................................................................13
3.5.1 Offset compensation..................................................................................................... 13
3.5.2 AC/DC switching........................................................................................................... 13
3.5.3 Analog bandwidth..........................................................................................................14
3.5.4 Self-alignment............................................................................................................... 14
3.5.5 R&S ProbeMeter........................................................................................................... 14
4 Typical characteristics.........................................................................15
4.1 Bandwidth....................................................................................................................15
4.2 Step response............................................................................................................. 15
5 Maintenance and service.....................................................................17
5.1 Cleaning....................................................................................................................... 17
5.2 Contacting customer support....................................................................................17
5.3 Returning for servicing...............................................................................................18