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The Tektronix Type Z is a comparator plug-in for [[500-series scopes]].
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Its maximum sensitivity is 50mV/div, and it achieves 40,000 to 1 common-mode
title=Tektronix Type Z|
summary=Comparator preamp plug-in|
image=Tek z front.jpg |
caption=Type Z front view|
introduced=1960 |
discontinued=1969 |
series=[[500-series scopes]]|
manuals=
* [http://w140.com/mmm/tek-z.pdf Tektronix Type Z Manual (PDF)]
* [http://bama.edebris.com/manuals/tek/z/ Tektronix Type Z Manual (BAMA, offline?)]
<!-- * [http://w140.com/tek_fcp/tek_type_z_factory_cal_proc.pdf Tektronix Type Z Factory Calibration Procedure (PDF)] -->
* [[Media:070-251.pdf|Tektronix Type Z Manual (PDF, OCR, bad-OCR)]]
* [[Media:tek_type_z_bama_manual.pdf|Tektronix Type Z Manual (BAMA, PDF, OCR, bad-OCR)]]
* [[Media:tek_type_z_fcp.pdf|Tektronix Type Z Factory Calibration Procedure (PDF, OCR)]]
}}
The '''Tektronix Type Z''' is a comparator plug-in for [[500-series scopes]].
Its two main subsystems are a differential amplifier and a precision variable
DC voltage source, which can be used as one of the amplifier inputs.
This allows DC-coupled measurements of small signals with large DC offsets. 
Its maximum sensitivity is 50 mV/div, and it achieves 40,000 to 1 common-mode
rejection at DC and low frequencies.  Its risetime as a general-purpose
rejection at DC and low frequencies.  Its risetime as a general-purpose
amplifier is 27ns (13MHz bandwidth), but it can track a common-mode risetime of 7ns.
amplifier is 27 ns (13 MHz bandwidth), but it can track a common-mode risetime of 7 ns.


The Type Z has two inputs, A and B, plus a precision comparison voltage, Vc, that is
The Type Z has two inputs, A and B, plus a precision comparison voltage, V<sub>C</sub>, that is
adjustable from 0 to +/-1V, 10V, or 100V via a ten-turn pot.  It's possible to
adjustable from 0 to +/-1 V, 10 V, or 100 V via a ten-turn pot.  It's possible to
view A, -B, A-B, A-Vc, or Vc-B.
view V<sub>A</sub>, -V<sub>B</sub>, V<sub>A</sub>-V<sub>B</sub>,
V<sub>A</sub>-V<sub>C</sub>, or V<sub>C</sub>-V<sub>B</sub>.


Unlike later comparators, it has a separate step attenuator for each input,
Unlike later comparators, it has a separate step attenuator for each input,
permitting you to view the difference between signals of widely differing amplitudes.
permitting the user to view the difference between signals of widely differing amplitudes.
It is also the only comparator that can handle +/- 100V common mode at full sensitivity.
It is also the only comparator that can handle +/- 100 V common mode at full sensitivity.
The Type Z uses two [[turret attenuators]].


With a pair of "Disconnect Signal" buttons, the Type Z was the first of the movement toward a "Gnd"
With a pair of "Disconnect Signal" buttons, the Type Z was the first of the  
position on the input switches.
movement toward a "GND" position on the input switches.


The Type Z was [[introduced in 1960]] and uses both tubes and transistors,
The Type Z was [[introduced in 1960]] and uses both tubes and transistors,
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was specifically designed for the Type Z but also marketed for the Type [[G]].
was specifically designed for the Type Z but also marketed for the Type [[G]].


* [http://bama.edebris.com/manuals/tek/z/ Tektronix Type Z Manual (BAMA)]
==Specifications==
* [http://w140.com/tek_fcp/tek_type_z_factory_cal_proc.pdf Tektronix Type Z Factory Calibration Procedure (PDF)]
[[Category:Specifications needed]] ''please add''
 
==Links==
* [http://www.amplifier.cd/Test_Equipment/Tektronix/Tektronix_other/Z.html Type Z @ amplifier.cd]
 
==Pictures==
 
<gallery>
Tek z front.jpg|Front View
Tek z left.jpg|Left Side
Tek_z_schem.png|Schematic
Tek_z_turret.png|Attenuators
Tek z 1.jpg
Tek z 2.jpg
Tek z 3.jpg
Tek z 4.jpg
Tek z 5.jpg
Tek z 6.jpg
Tek z 7.jpg
Tek type z pre-prod.jpg|Pre-production Type Z with different knob color.
</gallery>
 
[[Category:500 series plugins]]
[[Category:Differential amplifiers]]

Revision as of 16:17, 14 October 2018

Template:Plugin Sidebar 2 The Tektronix Type Z is a comparator plug-in for 500-series scopes. Its two main subsystems are a differential amplifier and a precision variable DC voltage source, which can be used as one of the amplifier inputs. This allows DC-coupled measurements of small signals with large DC offsets. Its maximum sensitivity is 50 mV/div, and it achieves 40,000 to 1 common-mode rejection at DC and low frequencies. Its risetime as a general-purpose amplifier is 27 ns (13 MHz bandwidth), but it can track a common-mode risetime of 7 ns.

The Type Z has two inputs, A and B, plus a precision comparison voltage, VC, that is adjustable from 0 to +/-1 V, 10 V, or 100 V via a ten-turn pot. It's possible to view VA, -VB, VA-VB, VA-VC, or VC-VB.

Unlike later comparators, it has a separate step attenuator for each input, permitting the user to view the difference between signals of widely differing amplitudes. It is also the only comparator that can handle +/- 100 V common mode at full sensitivity. The Type Z uses two turret attenuators.

With a pair of "Disconnect Signal" buttons, the Type Z was the first of the movement toward a "GND" position on the input switches.

The Type Z was introduced in 1960 and uses both tubes and transistors, capitalizing on the strengths of each. It was dropped after 1968.

The Type P6023 probe, introduced in 1962 with R and C compensation, was specifically designed for the Type Z but also marketed for the Type G.

Specifications

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Links

Pictures