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R&S® RT-ZD active differential probes
Active differential probe series (1 GHz to 4.5 GHz, high CMRR)
- Category: Oscilloscope probe
- Manufacturer: Rohde & Schwarz
- Bandwidth range: 1 GHz to 4.5 GHz (by model)
- Attenuation ratio: 10:1
- Input impedance: 1 MΩ ∥ 0.4 pF to 0.6 pF (by model)
- Maximum input voltage (between the two signal inputs): ±5 V (including ±5 V of offset compensation)
- Maximum input voltage (each input to ground): ±8 V (including ±8 V of offset compensation)
- Input capacitance: < 1 pF
- DC voltmeter (ProbeMeter): High-precision integrating type, standard on every model
- Probe micro button: Controls oscilloscope functions directly
- Probe interface: Rohde & Schwarz probe interface (automatic detection)
- Accessory (supplied with the RT-ZD10): R&S® RT-ZA15 external attenuator (10:1, 2.0 GHz)
- Data sheet: Download PDF
- Product brochure: Download PDF
- External link: Official product page
Overview
Differential signals are used especially at high clock rates, where they suppress common mode interference and keep wideband signals intact. The R&S® RT-ZD series of active differential probes covers 1 GHz to 4.5 GHz and pairs high input impedance with high common mode rejection (CMRR) and very low added noise, which is what fast differential signals ask for. Every model integrates the R&S® ProbeMeter high-precision DC voltmeter and a micro button that drives the oscilloscope from the probe head, and the Rohde & Schwarz probe interface identifies and configures the probe as soon as it is plugged in.
Key features
- Bandwidths from 1 GHz to 4.5 GHz across four models
- High input impedance (1 MΩ) reduces loading on the circuit under test
- Input capacitance below 1 pF for a faithful measurement of high-frequency signals
- Very low added noise, so small differential signals are captured accurately
- High common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) rejects common mode interference
- Integrated R&S® ProbeMeter high-precision DC voltmeter measures the DC bias without swapping instruments
- Micro button on the probe head controls oscilloscope functions for convenience
- Rohde & Schwarz probe interface identifies the probe and configures the oscilloscope automatically
- The RT-ZD10 ships with the R&S® RT-ZA15 external attenuator (10:1, 2.0 GHz) to widen the measurable voltage range
Typical applications
- Differential signal measurement on high-speed digital buses (USB, PCIe, SATA, HDMI, DisplayPort)
- Power integrity and differential power rail noise analysis
- Characterising differential pairs in RF and microwave circuits
- Debugging high-speed serial interfaces on embedded systems and SoCs
- High-voltage differential measurement on EV inverters and motor drives
- Wideband differential signal verification in aerospace and defence
Configure your R&S® RT-ZD Active Differential Probes
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Accessories
9 optionsAvailable models / variants
The series comprises the 4 variants below. Click "Request a quote" for full specifications and pricing on a given model from KanTek.
| Model | Differences | |
|---|---|---|
| R&S® RT-ZD10 (1410.4715.02) | Request a quote → | |
| R&S® RT-ZD20 (1410.4409.02) | Request a quote → | |
| R&S® RT-ZD30 (1410.4609.02) | Request a quote → | |
| R&S® RT-ZD40 (1410.5205.02) | Request a quote → |
Frequently asked questions
Yes. KanTek Technology is the authorized Taiwan distributor for Rohde & Schwarz, supplying new R&S® RT-ZD Active Differential Probes instruments with factory quotations and technical advice.
Instrument rental is launching soon. R&S® RT-ZD Active Differential Probes is part of the line-up being prepared, and advance enquiries are welcome.
Yes. KanTek provides calibration and repair for R&S® RT-ZD Active Differential Probes, with calibration performed by a partner laboratory, to keep the instrument accurate and available.
Use Request a quote on this page, or call +886-2-2999-7719. KanTek replies within 24 hours with pricing, lead time and the options that suit your application.
R&S® RT-ZD Active Differential Probes is a Rohde & Schwarz product: Active differential probe family (1 GHz to 4.5 GHz, high CMRR). Contact KanTek for selection or application advice.
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