Connecting the Probe to the DUT
R&S
®
RT
‑
ZM
25
User Manual 1419.3128.02 ─ 04
Risk of damaging the device
To avoid damage to the device, take the following precautions:
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Only connect the probe tip module to the probe amplifier if the probe
amplifier is connected to the oscilloscope channel. This ensures that the
amplifier is grounded.
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Always disconnect the probe tip module from the probe amplifier before
unsoldering or disconnecting it, moving it to a new position and resolder-
ing or reconnecting it.
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Be careful when handling the probe amplifier connection pins:
– When connecting a tip module to the probe amplifier, push it straight
in.
– When disconnecting a tip module from the probe amplifier, pull the
tip module connectors straight out of the sockets.
– Never bend the probe tip module to pop it loose from the amplifier.
– Do not wiggle the probe tip module up and down or twist it to remove
the connector from the probe amplifier.
Protect the probe amplifier against excess heat. When using the probe
amplifier with tip modules that can withstand extreme temperatures, do not
subject the probe amplifier to temperatures outside of its operating range of
0
°C to 40
°C.
Some solder-in accessories are very fine and sensitive. Stabilize the probe
using appropriate means (e.g. adhesive pads, probe positioner) in order to
protect the solder joint from excessive mechanical stress.
3.1
R&S
RT-ZMA10 Tip Cable Solder-In
The R&S
RT-ZMA10 tip cable solder-in is a semi-permanent solder-in connection
that supports the full bandwidth of the probe amplifier.
R&S
RT-ZMA10 Tip Cable Solder-In
