The Rohde & Schwarz RT-ZS20 is a single-ended active voltage probe designed for ground-referenced measurements from DC to 1.5 GHz. It minimizes loading on the Device Under Test through high input impedance and delivers precise signal acquisition with low noise performance. Built-in probe correction—gain, delay, and offset—is stored in integrated data memory and automatically applied by compatible R&S oscilloscopes, eliminating manual calibration steps. A micro button enables direct oscilloscope control, while the integrated R&S ProbeMeter displays measured values on-screen. The probe ships with a comprehensive accessory set for reliable connection across diverse DUT configurations.
Technical Specifications
• Bandwidth: DC to 1.5 GHz
• Rise Time: 250 ps
• Input Impedance: 1 MΩ || 0.3 pF or 1 MΩ || 0.8 pF
• Input Capacitance: 0.3 pF or 0.8 pF
• Maximum Input Voltage: ±8 V (DC + peak AC), 30 V maximum
• Attenuation Factor: 10:1
• Attenuation Error: ±0.5%
• Propagation Delay: 5.5 ns
• Offset Compensation Range: ±0.6 V
• Cable Length: 1.1 m, 1.2 m, or 1.3 m
• Connector: SMA and BNC
• Probe Interface: Rohde & Schwarz standard with 7 mm BNC and six pogo pins
– Key Features
• Single-ended design simplifies measurement setup and oscilloscope integration
• Integrated offset compensation for stable baseline measurements
• Low-noise front end resolves small-signal details with high fidelity
• High input impedance minimizes circuit loading and signal distortion
• Automatic probe correction via stored calibration parameters
• R&S ProbeMeter for real-time voltage display on oscilloscope screen
• Micro button for convenient oscilloscope control
– Typical Applications
• Digital and analog circuit voltage measurements to 1.5 GHz
• Ground-referenced signal acquisition in high-speed designs
• Low-distortion measurements requiring minimal DUT loading
– Compatibility & Integration
Fully compatible with Rohde & Schwarz RTx Series, RTM/RTE/RTO 1 GHz Series, RT-ZA9 Series, TM3000, RTA4000, MXO 4, RTE, RTO6, and RTP Series oscilloscopes.
