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- Page 1 ® R&S RT‑ZM Modular Probe System User Manual (>COL2) 1419312802...
- Page 2 ® This manual describes the following R&S RT-ZM models: ● R&S ® RT-ZM15 (1800.4700K02) ● R&S ® RT-ZM30 (1419.3005K02) ● R&S ® RT-ZM60 (1419.3105K02) ● R&S ® RT-ZM90 (1419.3205K02) ● R&S ® RT-ZM130 (1800.4500K02) ● R&S ® RT-ZM160 (1800.4600K02) © 2019 Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG Mühldorfstr.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
® Contents R&S RT‑ZM Contents 1 Product Description.............. 5 1.1 Key Features and Key Characteristics..........5 1.1.1 Key Characteristics................. 5 1.1.2 Key Features...................6 1.2 Unpacking....................7 1.2.1 Inspecting the Contents................7 1.3 Description of the Probe..............8 1.3.1 Probe Amplifier..................8 1.3.2 Probe Box.................... - Page 4 ® Contents R&S RT‑ZM 3.2 R&S RT-ZMA12 Tip Cable Square Pin..........27 3.3 R&S RT-ZMA14 Tip Cable Flex Connect........... 28 3.4 R&S RT-ZMA15 Tip Cable Quick Connect........29 3.5 R&S RT-ZMA30 Browser Module............30 3.6 R&S RT-ZMA40 SMA Module............. 32 3.7 R&S RT-ZMA50 Extreme Temperature Kit........33 4 Maintenance and Service............35 4.1 Cleaning....................35 4.2 Contacting Customer Support............35...
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Page 5: Product Description
® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Key Features and Key Characteristics Product Description Key Features and Key Characteristics The R&S RT-ZM is a modular probe consisting of a probe amplifier and various probe tip modules for different applications. The R&S RT-ZM probe family features the MultiMode function which allows you to switch between single-ended, differential and common mode measurements without reconnecting or re-soldering the probe. -
Page 6: Key Features
® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Key Features and Key Characteristics Operating voltage window ±7.0 V with ±16 V offset capability, DC to 100 kHz (each pin to GND) ±5.0 V with ±16 V offset capability, > 100 kHz Maximum non-destructive input voltage ±30 V Input resistance Differential: 400 kΩ... -
Page 7: Unpacking
® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Unpacking the probe offers a very high degree of DC accuracy so that additional calibration procedures are not required. Probe frequency correction The R&S RT-ZM probe amplifier includes an integrated data memory with individ- ually measured S-parameters. These correction parameters are read out and pro- cessed by the Rohde &... -
Page 8: Description Of The Probe
® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Description of the Probe If there is any damage or defect, or if the R&S RT-ZM modular probe does not operate properly, notify your Rohde & Schwarz service center. ● Inspect the accessories. If the contents are incomplete or damaged, notify your Rohde & Schwarz ser- vice center. -
Page 9: Probe Box
® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Description of the Probe (1) Positive coaxial input (2) Negative coaxial input (3) Ground socket (4) Termination voltage socket (5) Micro button Signal and Termination voltage sockets are compatible with 0.64 mm (25 mil) square pins and 0.6 mm to 0.8 mm (24 mil to 35mil) round pins. -
Page 10: Accessories And Items
® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Description of the Probe Figure 1-2: R&S RT-ZM probing system compatibility chart 1.3.4 Accessories and Items 1.3.4.1 Accessories Supplied Table 1-1 shows the accessories that are supplied with the R&S RT-ZM modular probe. Table 1-1: Accessories supplied Item Quantity Description Lead, 15 cm / 5.9 in... - Page 11 ® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Description of the Probe Item Quantity Description Solder wire 0.2mm, Ag plated, 10 m Solder wire, lead free, 5 m Adhesive pads Solder in resistor (270 Ω) for R&S RT-ZMA15 Solder lead for R&S RT-ZMA12/15 For a list of spare parts, see Chapter 4.5, "Spare Parts ",...
- Page 12 ® Product Description R&S RT‑ZM Description of the Probe Accessory set Items Quantity R&S RT-ZA6 lead set Lead, 6 cm / 2.4 in Lead, 15 cm / 5.9 in R&S RT-ZA9 probe box to The adapter connects the R&S RT-ZM modular N/USB adapter probe to any other oscilloscope or any other measurement instrument (e.g.
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Page 13: Putting Into Operation
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Putting into Operation The probe is designed for usage with oscilloscopes that have a Rohde & Schwarz probe interface. Supported Rohde & Schwarz oscilloscopes are listed in the pro- be's data sheet. Read and observe the printed "Basic Safety Instructions" that are delivered with the probe. -
Page 14: Connecting The Probe To The Oscilloscope
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Connecting the Probe to the Oscilloscope During usage, the probe slightly heats up. Warming is normal behavior and not a sign of malfunction. Connecting the Probe to the Oscilloscope 1. If your DUT is floating and not grounded, connect the DUT ground to the oscil- loscope ground before connecting any probe tip module to your DUT. -
Page 15: Identification Of The Probe
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM MultiMode Identification of the Probe When the probe is connected to the oscilloscope, the oscilloscope recognizes the probe and reads out the probe-specific parameters. The complete probe information is shown in the probe settings dialog. For more information, refer to the user manual of your oscilloscope. - Page 16 ® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM MultiMode Figure 2-2: Input voltage at probe tip The R&S RT-ZM probes have three input terminals: the positive signal input (+), the negative signal input (-), and ground. Figure 2-3: Displayed voltage on oscilloscope screen The setting of the probe mode is part of the probe settings of the channel to which the probe is connected.
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Page 17: Dynamic Range And Operating Voltage Window
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Dynamic Range and Operating Voltage Window Dynamic Range and Operating Voltage Window Two separate specifications are necessary to characterize the permissible input voltage range of a R&S RT-ZM MultiMode probe. Measurement mode Single-Ended P, Single-Ended N, or Common Mode Dynamic Range ±2.50 V at 10:1 attenuation ±0.50 V at 2:1 attenuation... -
Page 18: Micro Button
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Offset Compensation Figure 2-4: Operating voltage window for differential measurement mode DM at 10:1 attenuation for all offset settings at 0 V Micro Button The micro button provides easy and quick access to important functions of the Rohde &... - Page 19 ® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Offset Compensation MultiMode Offset compensation Offset com- Application setting pensation range DM-Mode Differential DC voltage ±16 V Probing single-ended signals with the R&S RT-ZMA30 browser module, e.g. power rails with high DC component and small AC signal. CM-Mode Common mode DC ±16 V...
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Page 20: Differential Offset
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Offset Compensation 2.6.1 Differential Offset The differential offset function can compensate a DC voltage applied between the positive (V ) and the negative (V ) input terminal at the probe tip. Setting a differ- ential offset compensation in DM measurement mode is directly visible on the oscilloscope screen as a voltage offset of the measured waveform. -
Page 21: Positive Input Single-Ended Offset
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Offset Compensation Figure 2-6: Common mode (CM) offset compensation for a differential measurement 2.6.3 Positive Input Single-Ended Offset The P offset function can compensate a DC voltage applied to the positive input terminal (V ) at the probe tip (referenced to ground). -
Page 22: Negative Input Single-Ended Offset
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM Offset Compensation Figure 2-7: P offset compensation for a single-ended measurement at the positive input terminal 2.6.4 Negative Input Single-Ended Offset The N offset function can compensate a DC voltage applied to the negative input terminal (V ) at the probe tip (referenced to ground). -
Page 23: R&S Probemeter
® Putting into Operation R&S RT‑ZM R&S ProbeMeter R&S ProbeMeter The R&S ProbeMeter is an integrated voltmeter that measures DC voltages with higher precision compared to the oscilloscope's DC accuracy. The DC measure- ment is performed continuously and in parallel to the time domain measurement of the oscilloscope. -
Page 24: Connecting The Probe To The Dut
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM Connecting the Probe to the DUT This chapter describes how to connect the probe to the DUT using different R&S RT-ZMA tip modules offered for the R&S RT-ZM probe family. The various tip modules are described and their use is explained. -
Page 25: R&S Rt-Zma10 Tip Cable Solder-In
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA10 Tip Cable Solder-In Risk of damaging the device To avoid damage to the device, take the following precautions: ● Only connect the probe tip module to the probe amplifier if the probe amplifier is connected to the oscilloscope channel. - Page 26 ® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA10 Tip Cable Solder-In The R&S RT-ZMA10 tip cable solder-in is well suited for creating solid contact with test points that are hard to reach (e.g. IC pins). Bandwidth: up to 16 GHz MultiMode compatible Length: 15 cm Variable span range of the leads: 0 mm to...
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Page 27: R&S Rt-Zma12 Tip Cable Square Pin
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA12 Tip Cable Square Pin R&S RT-ZMA12 Tip Cable Square Pin The R&S RT-ZMA12 tip cable square pin is used to plug onto pins and make a connection to the DUT that is easy to plug and remove. The R&S RT-ZMA12 tip cable square pin is well suited for creating contact with soldered in test leads. -
Page 28: R&S Rt-Zma14 Tip Cable Flex Connect
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA14 Tip Cable Flex Connect R&S RT-ZMA14 Tip Cable Flex Connect The R&S RT-ZMA14 tip cable flex connect makes an easy to clamp and remove connection onto solder-in flex tips soldered directly to the DUT, and supports the full bandwidth of the probe amplifier. -
Page 29: R&S Rt-Zma15 Tip Cable Quick Connect
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA15 Tip Cable Quick Connect Risk of damaging the accessories Always mechanically strain-relieve the flex tip using adhesive pads or low- temperature hot glue to protect your probe accessories and DUT from dam- age. -
Page 30: R&S Rt-Zma30 Browser Module
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA30 Browser Module The R&S RT-ZMA15 tip cable quick connect is suited for creating contact with soldered-in 270 Ω resistors, and easily reconnecting dif- ferent test points. Only use the 270 Ω resistors from the R&S RT-ZMA accessories set for optimal flat- ness and bandwidth Bandwidth: up to 12 GHz... - Page 31 ® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA30 Browser Module Risk of injuries The included browser pins are exceptionally sharp and must be handled with extreme care. To prevent injuries, always use tweezers when inserting or removing pins. The R&S RT-ZMA30 browser module has spring-loaded pins with damping resistors close to the test point.
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Page 32: R&S Rt-Zma40 Sma Module
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA40 SMA Module Replaceable parts, spring-loaded resistor tips Risk of damage due to excess force To avoid damaging the browser’s pins, do not apply a side load to the browser. Do not apply too much force when browsing. -
Page 33: R&S Rt-Zma50 Extreme Temperature Kit
® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA50 Extreme Temperature Kit Bandwidth: up to 16 GHz MultiMode compatible Termination voltage range: ±4V with a maxi- mum current of ±40 mA Distance range: up to 65 mm (2560 mil) The R&S RT-ZMA40 SMA module applies a termination voltage (±4 V) to the DUT to enable measurements against a common... - Page 34 ® Connecting the Probe to the DUT R&S RT‑ZM R&S RT-ZMA50 Extreme Temperature Kit The R&S RT-ZMA50 extreme temperature kit is well suited for creating solid contact with test points in extreme temperature areas, e.g. tem- perature chambers. Note: The R&S RT-ZM probe amplifier always remains outside the temperature chamber and has a specified operating temperature range from 0°C to 40°C.
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Page 35: Maintenance And Service
® Maintenance and Service R&S RT‑ZM Contacting Customer Support Maintenance and Service Like all Rohde & Schwarz products, Rohde & Schwarz probes and adapters are of high quality and require only minimum service and repair. However, if service or calibration is needed, contact your Rohde & Schwarz service center. Return a defective product to the Rohde &... -
Page 36: Returning For Servicing
® Maintenance and Service R&S RT‑ZM Returning for Servicing North America Phone 1-888-TEST-RSA (1-888-837-8772) customer.support@rsa.rohde-schwarz.com Latin America Phone +1-410-910-7988 customersupport.la@rohde-schwarz.com Asia/Pacific Phone +65 65 13 04 88 customersupport.asia@rohde-schwarz.com China Phone +86-800-810-8228 / +86-400-650-5896 customersupport.china@rohde-schwarz.com Returning for Servicing Use the original packaging to return your R&S RT-ZM to your Rohde & Schwarz service center. -
Page 37: Calibration Interval
® Maintenance and Service R&S RT‑ZM Spare Parts Calibration Interval The recommended calibration interval for R&S RT-ZM modular probe is two years. For servicing, send the probe to your nearest Rohde & Schwarz service center (see Chapter 4.3, "Returning for Servicing", on page 36). - Page 38 ® Maintenance and Service R&S RT‑ZM Spare Parts Pos Item Description Material number Spool solder wire 1800.4097.00 Solder in resistor 270 Ω 3623.2791.00 Solder lead 3623.2791.00 SMP bullet 1419.3386.00 SMP bullet removal tool 1800.4451.00 Pogo pin Pogo pin connector, 6 pins 3584.6396.00 R&S RT-ZK3 R&S RT-ZK3 service kit...
- Page 39 ® Maintenance and Service R&S RT‑ZM Spare Parts Table 4-3: Accessories for R&S RT-ZMA30 Pos Item Description Material number Browser pins 1800.4416.00 1800.4422.00 Table 4-4: Accessories for R&S RT-ZMA40 Pos Item Description Material number Semi rigid cable 1419.4276.00 Lead wire red (termination 1800.4239.00 voltage) Table 4-5: Parts for ESD prevention...
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