Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it. Carefully read all instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.

This product shall be used in accordance with local and national codes.

For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions specified in this manual.

The product is designed to be used by trained personnel only.

Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove the cover for repair, maintenance, or adjustment.

Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it is operating correctly.

This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.

Use personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed.

While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system. Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.

When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that system is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.

These terms may appear in this manual:

WARNING:Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.

CAUTION:Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.

These terms may appear on the product:

• DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.
• WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.
• CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.

When this symbol is marked on the product, be sure to consult the manual to find out the nature of the potential hazards and any actions which have to be taken to avoid them. (This symbol may also be used to refer the user to ratings in the manual.)

The following symbols(s) may appear on the product.

CAUTION: Refer to Manual	Protective Ground (Earth) Terminal	Earth Terminal
WARNING: High Voltage	Connection and disconnection to hazardous bare wire permitted.	Do not connect to or remove from an uninsulated conductor that is HAZARDOUS LIVE.
WARNING: Hot Surface

The unique common mode voltage range of the measurement system allows it to be used in the presence of high frequency/high voltage common mode signals. It is important to observe all precautions while using this product.

WARNING:Electrical shock can occur while using this measurement system. The system is intended to isolate the operator from hazardous input voltages (common mode voltages); the plastic case of the probe head and the shield on the probe tip do not supply safe isolation. Maintain the safe clearance from the probe head and probe tip while the measurement system is connected to the energized circuit as recommended in this document. Do not access the RF Burn Hazard Zone while taking measurements on a live circuit.

The following figure shows the components of the measurement system and the potential RF burn area when working with hazardous voltages. The RF burn area of 1 m (40 in.) is indicated by the dashed lines surrounding the probe head.

WARNING: Risk of RF burns. Refer to the following derating curve to identify the danger areas. To avoid RF burns, do not operate the probe within limits of the gray shaded area in the graph.

WARNING: There is a risk of burn from elevated temperatures on the tip when continuous wave or high duty cycle burst common mode signals are between about 10 MHz and 50 MHz. This causes the tip ferrites to dissipate significant power at voltages lower than found on the following graph. To avoid the burn risk, keep the tip temperature at 85°C (185°F) or lower by limiting the applied common mode voltage and/or duty cycle, lowering the ambient temperature, and/or applying forced convection airflow.

This section lists the safety standards with which the product complies and other safety compliance information.

This section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.

Product end-of-life handling

Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:

Equipment recycling

Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources. The equipment may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s end of life. To avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused or recycled appropriately.

This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable European Union requirements according to Directives 2012/19/EU and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries. For information about recycling options, check the Tektronix Web site (http://www.tek.com/productrecycling).

• Galvanic isolation between probe tip and the oscilloscope
• Available in three bandwidths: 1 GHz, 500 MHz, and 250 MHz
• Wide current measurement range determined by the shunt used with 1X, 10X or 100X probe tips
• Noise <4.70 nV / √Hz (<21 μV_RMS at 20 MHz)
• Up to 90 dB CMRR at 1 MHz
• Maximum common mode voltage: 1.8 kV; For use in a Pollution Degree 1 environment; transient level not to exceed 5 kV_pk
• 1.5% DC gain accuracy
• Compatible with the 4, 5, and 6 Series MSO instruments, including the latest B models
• TekVPI™ interface enables control and probe configuration from the oscilloscope front panel or programming interface

The following table lists the accessories that are shipped with the probe.

Accessory	Description	Part number
	1X probe tip cable with MMCX connector	TICPMM1
	10X probe tip cable with MMCX connector	TICPMM10
	SMA tip adapter	TICPSMA
	Clamp-on ferrite common mode choke	276-0905-XX
	Bipod is used to hold the probe.	020-3210-XX
	Tripod adapter for ¼ in - 20 UNC thread accessories.	103-0508-XX
	Probe tip adapter. Adapts an MMCX IsoVu tip to standard 0.100" spaced, 0.025" square pins.	131-9717-XX
	Soft carrying case with foam insert.	016-2147-XX

The following table lists optional accessories.

Accessory	Description	Part number
	100X probe tip with MMCX connector	TICPMM100
	Square pin to MMCX adapter, 0.062" spacing	131-9677-XX
	MMCX to IC grabber lead	196-3546-XX
	Square pin to IC grabber lead	196-3547-XX
	MicroCKT grabbers	206-0569-XX

The following figure shows a block diagram of the Tektronix Active Isolated Current Shunt Probe.

The common-mode resistance and capacitance to earth ground is shown in the figure. The common-mode resistance is shown as infinite with the probe since it is galvanically isolated and can be ignored. The common-mode coupling capacitance to earth ground and the surrounding circuit is shown as the bridging capacitance. This capacitance will be approximately 20 pF when the probe head is placed 6 inches (15.25 cm) above a ground plane.

The measurement system consists of quality parts and should be treated with care to avoid damage or degrading the performance due to mishandling. Consider the following precautions when handling the probe and tips.

• Do not crush, crimp, or sharply bend the probe cable..
• Do not twist the cable.
• Do not allow kinks or knots to develop in the probe cable.
• Avoid putting tension on the probe cable.
• Do not pull or jerk the cable, especially when kinks or knots are present.
• Do not drop the probe head or comp box assembly. This can result in damage and misalignment of the internal components.
• Avoid over-bending the probe tips; do not exceed the minimum bend radius of 2.0 inches (5.1 cm).
• Avoid crushing the cables by accidentally running over the cable with a chair wheel or by dropping a heavy object onto the cable.
• Store the measurement system in the supplied carrying case when not in use.

A description of the controls and indicators on the compensation box.

1. Latch release button. To disconnect the compensation (comp) box from the oscilloscope, press the latch release button and pull away from the instrument.
2. STATUS indicators. LED lights that indicates the status of the probe. There is a status indicator on the top and back of the comp box. For more information on the state of the LED, see Table 1

The flag on the cable provide a potential RF burn hazards warning.

Each probe tip has a label that provides the maximum dynamic range and displays the attenuation factor.

Use the probe setup menu to see probe information, perform self-calibration (SelfCal), perform AutoZero, change the range mode, and configure the range.

To access the Probe Setup menu on the oscilloscope, double-tap the corresponding analog channel badge on the settings bar and tap Probe Setup.

You will receive a warning message if you connect the probe to the oscilloscope without a probe tip attached. The following images display the menu with and without the tip warning.

CAUTION:Avoid over-voltage conditions that can damage or degrade the probe head input termination by selecting the correct probe tip. Selecting the correct probe tip attenuation factor is crucial to ensure that the probe head input termination is not degraded or damaged by an over-voltage condition. Select the probe tip that will provide the lowest attenuation possible for the signal being measured.

When selecting a probe tip for a particular application, consider the following questions:

• What is the maximum RMS/Peak Voltage at the test point being measured (for example, under a fault condition)?
• What is the minimum single-ended input resistance that my circuit can tolerate?
• How large of a signal do I want to display at one time on the oscilloscope?
• What sensitivity do I need (for example, the minimum V/div setting)?

The following table will help you select the correct probe tip. Start at the top of the table and work down. Choose the first tip that meets all of your criteria.

For maximum non-destruct voltage refer to the Maximum differential input voltage vs frequency derating graphs.

Each probe comes loaded with nominal propagation delay values that can be automatically applied through the Vertical menu on the oscilloscope. Deskew accuracy can be improved using a known signal and a deskew fixture. When the timing relationships between waveforms is critical, always deskew your test system with known equipment.

The measurement system provides an adjustable input referred offset voltage.

This enables viewing a portion of the signal that is off-screen or examining sensitive behavior riding on a larger differential voltage. For example, a 0 V to 0.6 V step would normally exceed a ±0.5 V input range. By applying 250 mV of offset, the 600 mV step is brought into the dynamic range of the probe and can be viewed accurately. Offset is applied by the probe.

The probe is designed to enable characterization of high frequency circuits with a wide range of differential voltages in the presence of common mode voltages. Understanding the limits and differences between the voltage ratings as discussed in this section is essential to optimize signal fidelity and measurement accuracy.

Although the common mode voltage range of the probe is very large (1000 V CATII), the differential input range is limited and depends on the tip attenuation, the gain range selected, and the applied offset.

The input voltage conditions are divided into several different input ranges.

Analog bandwidth

Probe tip	Bandwidth
TICPSMA	>1 GHz
TICPMM1	>1 GHz
TICMM10	>1 GHz
TICPMM100	>1 GHz

Linearity

Deviation of from best line is < ±2% of peak FS

Maximum deviation from linear regression expressed as a percentage of the specified dynamic range.

Input impedance

Probe tip	Input resistance	Input capacitance
TICPMM1	50 ±0.5%, 49.75 to 50.25
TICMM10	500 ±2%, 490 to 510	<3 pF
TICPMM100	5000 ±2%, 4900 to 5100	<3 pF

Isolated guard line impedance (to earth ground)

>120 MΩ, ~17 pF

Offset gain accuracy

±0.5%

Offset linearity

±0.1%

Operating voltage input range

±0.65 V maximum differential

Input coupling

DC

DC balance

< 0.1 divs

Operating random vibration

0.31 GRMS, 5‑500 Hz, 10 minutes per axis, 3 axes (30 minutes total)

Frequency response graph

The following graph shows the frequency response for each probe.

EMC

Conforms to European Union EMC Directive (CE-marked)

Safety

Conforms to European Union Low Voltage Directive (CE-marked)

Conforms to ANSI/UL61010-1 (CSA-marked)

Conforms to ANSI/UL61010-2-030 (CSA-marked)

Certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No.61010-1 (CSA-marked)

Certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No.61010-2-030 (CSA-marked)

RoHS

Conforms to European Union Restrictions on Hazardous Substances (CE-marked)

The equipment required to perform the performance verification procedures are shown in the following table.

Tektronix provides service to cover repair under warranty and other services that are designed to meet your specific service needs.

Tektronix service technicians are well equipped to service your probe. Services are provided at Tektronix Service Centers and on-site at your facility, depending on your location. Visit tek.com/service to view all available services. Check the status of your warranty at tek.com/warranty-status-search.

CAUTION:To prevent damage to the measurement system, do not expose it to sprays, liquids, or solvents. Avoid getting moisture inside the comp box or sensor head when cleaning the exterior.

Clean the exterior surfaces with a dry, lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If dirt remains, use a soft cloth or swab dampened with a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution. Use only enough solution to dampen the cloth or swab. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the instrument.

Maintain the integrity of the connectors by keeping them free of contamination. Remove any debris from the connectors using low-pressure, clean, dry, compressed air.

The following describes the state of each LED and possible problems that you might encounter when taking measurements with the probe. Use this as a quick troubleshooting reference before contacting Tektronix for service.

Table 1. STATUS LED descriptions

LED		Status	Action
	Green (Solid)	Normal operation	-
	Green (Blinking)	Bulk power failure	Try unplugging and plugging back in. Inspect probe/oscilloscope interface. Service of probe may be required.
	Red (Solid)	Probe application failure	Try unplugging and plugging back in. Service of probe may be required.
	Red (Blinking)	Probe application failure and bulk power failure	Try unplugging and plugging back in. Inspect probe/oscilloscope interface. Service of probe and/or oscilloscope may be required.
	Red (Blinking • • – )	No power to the isolated side of the probe	Try unplugging and plugging back in. Service of probe may be required.

If you need to return the measurement system to Tektronix for repair, use the original packaging. If this is unavailable or not fit for use, contact your Tektronix representative to obtain new packaging.

When you return the measurement system to Tektronix, attach a tag showing the following information:

• Name of the product owner

• Address of the owner

• Instrument serial number

• A description of problems encountered and/or service required