Operator’s Manual AP031 Differential Probe
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AP031 Probe Safety Instructions This section contains instructions that must be observed to keep this oscilloscope accessory operating in a correct and safe condition. You are required to follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions specified in this section. The overall safety of any system incorporating this accessory is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
Operator’s Manual Precautions To avoid personal injury or damage to property, review and comply with the following safety precautions. Use product only as specified. The probe is designed to make differential voltage measurements. It is not to be used to insulate the circuit under test from the measuring instrument. Do not overload. To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not apply any potential that exceeds the maximum rating of the probe and/or the probe accessory (e.g.
AP031 Probe Avoid damage to cable through excessive bending. Handle with care. Tips of probe hooks are sharp. They puncture skin or cause other bodily injury if not handled properly. Keep fingers behind the finger guard of the probe hooks. Do not operate with suspected failures. Before each use, inspect the probe and probe hooks for any potential damage such as tears or other defects in the probe body, cable jacket, accessories, etc.
Operator’s Manual voltage is calculated within the probe, with only the resultant difference signal being passed to the oscilloscope, a large dynamic range can be achieved with excellent rejection of common mode signals.
AP031 Probe Specifications Electrical Characteristics Bandwidth 25 MHz Rise Time 14 ns Attenuation 1:10 / 1:100 Atten. Accuracy ±2 % Input Resistance 4 MΩ Input Capacitance Input Configuration Input Voltage 5.5 pF each side to ground Differential Max. Differential 1:100 Range ±700 V (DC + AC pk) and 700 V r.m.s. Max. Differential 1:10 Range ±70 V (DC + AC pk) and 70 V r.m.s. Max. Common Mode ±700 V ( DC + AC pk) and 700 V r.m.s. Max. Absolute ±1400 V ( DC + AC pk) and 1000 V r.m.s.
Operator’s Manual Electrical Ratings Maximum Input Voltage 1000 V rms (1400 V DC + peak AC) Installation (Overvoltage) Category III Pollution Degree 2 Measurement Category III (CAT III) is applicable for measurements performed in the building installation. Pollution Degree 2 is applicable to an operating environment where normally only dry non-conductive pollution occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected.
AP031 Probe Voltage vs. Frequency Derating NOTE: The voltage vs frequency derating curve provides the maximum voltage that can be applied to the probe inputs without risking damage to the probe or injury to the user from possible burns at higher frequencies. WARNING. To avoid risk of electric shock or fire, do not exceed either the voltage rating or category rating of the probe or the probe hook, whichever is the lesser of the two. WARNING.
Operator’s Manual Making Measurements Ensure the probe is fitted with four high-quality, AA cells. These should be cells that are protected from leakage which could damage the power supply contacts in the probes. Before making any measurements or connections refer to the safety information contained in this document. Connect the probe to one of the oscilloscope input channels ensuring the BNC connector is fully mated, and the safety ground lead to the oscilloscope CAL BNC connection.
AP031 Probe Maintenance Cleaning Clean the exterior of the probe only with a soft cloth moistened with either water or isopropyl alcohol. Service Strategy The AP031 series probes utilize fine-pitch surface mount devices. It is, therefore, impractical to attempt repair in the field. Defective probes must be returned to a Teledyne LeCroy service facility for diagnosis and exchange. A defective probe under warranty will be replaced with a factory refurbished probe.
Operator’s Manual Certifications This section certifies the AP031 probe’s Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Safety and Environmental compliances. EMC Compliance EC Declaration of Conformity - EMC The probe meets intent of EC Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility.
AP031 Probe European Contact: Teledyne LeCroy Europe GmbH Waldhofer Str 104 D-69123 Heidelberg Germany Tel: (49) 6221 82700 Australia & New Zealand Declaration of Conformity—EMC The Probe complies with the EMC provision of the Radio Communications Act per the following standards, in accordance with requirements imposed by Australian Communication and Media Authority (ACMA): CISPR 11:2003 Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN61326-1:2006 and EN61326-2-1:2006.
Operator’s Manual Safety Compliance EC Declaration of Conformity – Low Voltage The probe meets intent of EC Directive 2006/95/EC for Product Safety.
AP031 Probe Environmental Compliance End-Of-Life Handling The probe is marked with this symbol to indicate that it complies with the applicable European Union requirements to Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Batteries. The probe is subject to disposal and recycling regulations that vary by country and region. Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste electronic equipment in standard waste receptacles.
Operator’s Manual Contact Teledyne LeCroy Teledyne LeCroy Service Centers United States and Canada World Wide Corporate Office Teledyne LeCroy Corporation 700 Chestnut Ridge Road Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977-6499, USA Ph: 800-553-2769 / 845-425-2000 FAX: 845-578-5985 teledynelecroy.com Support: contact.corp@teledynelecroy.com Sales: customersupport@teledynelecroy.
AP031 Probe Teledyne LeCroy Service Centers China Teledyne LeCroy Corporation Beijing Rm. 2001 - Office; Rm. 2002 - Service Center Unit A, Horizon Plaza No. 6, Zhichun Road, Haidian District Beijing 100088, China Ph: ++86 10 8280 0318 / 0319 / 0320 FAX:++86 10 8280 0316 Service: Rm. 2002 Ph: ++86 10 8280 0245 Korea Teledyne LeCroy Korea 10th fl.Ildong Bldg. 968-5 Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu Seoul 135-280, Korea Ph: ++ 82 2 3452 0400 FAX: ++ 82 2 3452 0490 Taiwan LeColn Technology Co Ltd.
