The Tektronix P7506 is a 6 GHz TriMode™ differential probe designed for high-speed signaling measurements. It features TriMode technology, allowing users to seamlessly switch between differential, single-ended, and common-mode measurements without moving the probe connection, enhancing measurement efficiency and accuracy.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | TekConnect |
| Calibration Data Storage | Internal EEPROM stores factory calibration and DSP filter coefficients |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered by host oscilloscope via TekConnect interface |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +40 °C |
General Classifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Probe Type | TriMode™ Differential Probe |
| Signal Type | Differential, Single-Ended, Common Mode |
| Compatible Host Instruments | Tektronix oscilloscopes with TekConnect interface |
| Compatible Probe Heads & Tips | P7500 Series TriMode probe tips (e.g., P75A18, P75TLR, P75TC) |
Electrical Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth (-3 dB) | ≥ 6.0 GHz |
| Rise Time (10% to 90%) | ≤ 75 ps |
| Rise Time (20% to 80%) | ≤ 50 ps |
| Attenuation Settings | 5x, 12.5x |
| DC Input Resistance (Differential) | 100 kΩ |
| DC Input Resistance (Single-Ended) | 50 kΩ |
| Input Capacitance (Differential) | < 0.22 pF (with P75A18 tip) |
| Input Capacitance (Single-Ended) | < 0.33 pF (with P75A18 tip) |
| Dynamic Range (5x setting) | 0.75 Vp-p |
| Dynamic Range (12.5x setting) | 2.5 Vp-p |
| DC Voltage Offset Range | +2.5 V to -2.5 V |
| Operating Common Mode Voltage Range | +2.5 V to -2.5 V |
| Non-destructive Max Voltage (DC + peak AC) | ±15 V |
| CMRR at DC | > 60 dB |
| CMRR at 50 Hz | > 60 dB |
Physical and Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Connector / Host Interface | TekConnect® |
| Cable Length | 1.3 m |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -56 °C to +75 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 0% to 90% RH (at up to +30 °C), 0% to 75% RH (+30 °C to +40 °C) |
| Storage Humidity | 0% to 90% RH (at up to +30 °C), 0% to 75% RH (+30 °C to +75 °C) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3000 m |
| Storage Altitude | Up to 15240 m |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| DC Gain Accuracy | ±2% |
| DC Offset Accuracy (5x) | ±(2.0% of setting + 10 mV) |
| DC Offset Accuracy (12.5x) | ±(2.0% of setting + 25 mV) |
| CMRR at 1 GHz | >34 dB |
Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| TriMode Acquisition Modes | Differential (A-B), Single-Ended A (A-GND), Single-Ended B (B-GND), Common Mode ((A+B)/2) |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
Control & Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| TriMode Control | Probe control button or host oscilloscope software interface |
Technology
TriMode Active Differential
Applications
High-speed serial bus design, debugging, and characterization