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To Compensate Probes
Perform this function to match the characteristics of the probe and the channel input.
This should be performed whenever attaching a probe to any input channel at the
first time.
1.
From the Probe menu, select attenuation to 1:10. Set the switch to X10 on the
probe and connect it to CH 1 of the oscilloscope. When using the probe hook-tip,
insert the tip onto the probe firmly to ensure a proper connection.
Attach the probe tip to the Probe Compensator and the reference lead to the
ground connector, select CH 1, and then press the
2.
Check the shape of the displayed waveform.
Over compensated
3.
If necessary, use a non-metallic tool to adjust the trimmer capacitor of the probe
for the flattest square wave being displayed on the oscilloscope.
4.
Repeat if necessary.
WARNNING: To avoid electric shock while using the probe, be sure the
perfection of the insulated cable, and do not touch the metallic portions of
!
the probe head while it is connected with a voltage source.
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Correctly Compensated
Figure 1-9
Instruction Waveform of Probe Compensation
User's Guide for VS5000 Series
button.
Under Compensated
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