User Manual

Putting into Operation
R&S
®
RT-ZHD07/15/16/60
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2 Putting into Operation
The R&S RT-ZHD high voltage differential probe has been designed to withstand a
moderate amount of physical and electrical stress. Treat the probe with care. It can be
damaged if excessive force is applied to it.
Shock hazard caused by high voltages
To avoid electric shock and personal injury, and to prevent damage to the probe or any
other products connected to it, make sure that the shell of the BNC output connector
(see Chapter 1.6.4, "Probe Box", on page 13) is safely connected to protective ground.
Usually, the osilloscope is connected to protective ground and ensures the grounding
of the instrument and the probe.
Never connect the probe to the DUT before grounding is ensured!
The probe cable and the probe control box should be kept away from hazardous vol-
tages.
Risk of device damage due to physical stress
Prevent the probe from receiving mechanical shock.
Always handle the probe by the probe tip module or probe box.
Avoid putting excessive strain on the probe cable or exposing it to sharp bends.
Store the probe in a shock-resistant case such as the foam-lined shipping case that
came with the probe.
Avoid spilling liquids on the probe.
Risk of device damage due to excess power
Voltages above the specified limits of the R&S RT-ZHD high voltage differential probe
may damage the probe. Do not exceed the specified limits.
During operation, the probe slightly heats up. This is normal behavior and not a sign of
malfunction.