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ABCs of Probes Primer ABCs of Probes Primer Precision Measurements Start at Safety Summary the Probe Tip When making measurements on electrical or electronic systems As you'll learn in this primer, precision measurements start at the or circuitry, personal safety is of paramount importance. Be sure probe tip. The right probes matched to your oscilloscope are vital to that you understand the capabilities and limitations of the measuring achieving the greatest signal fidelity and measurement accuracy. equipment that you're using. Also, before making any measurements, become thoroughly familiar with the system or circuitry that you will be measuring. Review all documentation and schematics for the system being measured, paying particular attention to the levels and locations of voltages in the circuit and heeding any and all cautionary notations. Additionally, be sure to review the following safety precautions to avoid personal injury and to prevent damage to the measuring equipment or the systems to which it is attached. For additional explanation of any of the following precautions, please refer to To select the right probe for your specific application, please request Safety Precautions. the probe selection CD from your local Tektronix representative, or visit www.tektronix.com/accessories. -- Observe All Terminal Ratings -- Use Proper Grounding Procedures -- Connect and Disconnect Probes Properly -- Avoid Exposed Circuitry -- Avoid RF Burns While Handling Probes -- Do Not Operate Without Covers -- Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions