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20 V
pp
) HAMEG offers the external 50 Ω termination HZ22. For
probes, terminations are neither required nor allowed, they
would ruin the signal.
Probes feature very low loads at fairly low frequencies: 10 MΩ
in parallel to a few pF, valid up to several hundred kHz. How-
ever, the input impedance diminishes with rising frequency to
quite low values. This has to be borne in mind as probes are,
e.g., entirely unsuitable to measure signals across high impe-
dance high frequency circuits such as bandfi lters etc.! Here
only FET probes can be used. Use of a probe as a rule will also
protect the scope input due to the high probe series resistance
(9 MΩ). As probes cannot be calibrated precisely enough during
manufacturing individual calibration with the scope input used
is mandatory! (See Probe Calibration).
Passive probes will, as a rule, decrease the scope bandwidth and
increase the rise time. We recommend to use HZ200 probes in
order to make maximum use of the combined bandwidth. HZ200
features 2 additional hf compensation adjustments.
Whenever the DC content is
>
250 V
DC
coupling must be used in
order to prevent overstressing the scope input capacitor. This is
especially important if a 100:1 probe is used as this is specifi ed
for 1200 V
DC
+ peak AC.
AC coupling of low frequency signals may produce tilt.
If the DC content of a signal must be blocked, it is possible to
insert a capacitor of proper size and voltage rating in front of the
probe, a typical application would be a ripple measurement.
When measuring small voltages the selection of the ground
connection is of vital importance. It should be as close to voltage
take off point as possible, otherwise ground currents may de-
teriorate the measurement. The ground connections of probes
are especially critical, they should be as short as possible and
of large surface area (litz wire; skin effect).
STOP
If a probe is to be connected to a BNC connector,
use a probe tip to BNC adapter.
If ripple or other interference is visible, especially at high sen-
sitivity, one possible reason may be multiple grounding. The
scope itself and most other equipment are connected to safety
ground, so ground loops may exist. Also, most instruments will
have capacitors between line and safety ground installed, which
conduct current from the live wire into the safety ground.
First time operation and initial adjustments
Prior to fi rst time operation the connection between the instru-
ment and safety ground must be ensured, hence the plug must
be inserted fi rst.
Use the red POWER pushbutton to turn the scope on. Several
displays will light up. The scope will then assume the set up,
which was selected before it was turned off. If no trace and
no readout are visible after approximately 20 sec, push the
AUTOSET button.
As soon as the trace becomes visible select an average inten-
sity with INTENS, then select FOCUS and adjust it, then select
TRACE ROTATION and adjust for a horizontal trace.
With respect to crt life, use only as much intensity as necessary
and convenient under given ambient light conditions. When not
in use, turn the intensity fully off rather than switching the scope
on and off too much as this is detrimental to the life of the crt
heater. Do not allow a stationary point on the screen, it might
burn the crt phosphor.
With unknown signals start with the lowest sensitivity 5 V/cm,
connect the input cables to the scope, and then to the measuring
object which should be de energized beforehand. Then turn the
measuring object on. If the trace disappears, push AUTOSET.
Trace rotation TR
The crt has an internal graticule. In order to adjust the defl ected
beam with respect to this graticule the Trace Rotation control
is provided. Select the function Trace Rotation and adjust for a
trace which is exactly parallel to the graticule.
Probe adjustment and use
In order to ensure proper matching of the probe used to the
scope input impedance the oscilloscope contains a calibrator
with short rise time and an amplitude of 0.2 V
pp
±1 %, equivalent
to 4 cm at 5 mV/cm when using 10:1 probes.
The inner diameter of the calibrator connector is 4.9 mm and
standardized for series F probes. Using this special connec-
tor is the only way to connect a probe to a fast signal source
minimizing signal and ground lead lengths and to ensure true
displays of pulse signals.
1 kHz – adjustment
This basic adjustment will ensure that the capacitive attenuation
equals the resistive attenuation thus rendering the attenuation
of the probe independent of frequency. 1:1 probes can not be
adjusted and need no such adjustment anyway.
Prior to adjustment make sure that the trace rotation adjust-
ment has been performed.
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