Tektronix TDS3BATB Guide D'instructions page 2

TDS3BATB
Rechargeable Battery Pack
Instructions
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Safety Summary
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only
as specified.
To avoid fire or personal injury
Ground the product. For safe operation, the oscillo-
scope chassis must remain at earth ground poten-
tial even when operating from battery power. This
protection is provided when you attach the Tektro-
nix-supplied grounding wire from the terminal on
the rear panel of the oscilloscope to earth ground.
If you use a different grounding wire, it must be
18 gauge or larger.
Recharge battery properly. Recharge the battery
pack only for the recommended charge cycle at
the recommended temperature.
Use proper battery charger. Use only the
TDS3CHG or the TDS3000/TDS3000B series
oscilloscope to charge the TDS3BATB battery
pack.
Do not operate without covers. Do not operate this
product with covers or panels removed.
Do not operate with suspected failures.
suspect there is damage to this product, have it
inspected by qualified service personnel.
Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the installation
instructions in the TDS3000/TDS3000B Series
User Manual for details on installing the product
so it has proper ventilation.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
Safety terms in this manual
These statements identify
CAUTION.
conditions or practices that could result in
damage to the equipment or other property.
Safety symbols on the product
Double
CAUTION
Insulated
Refer to Manual
Battery recycling
This product contains lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
batteries which must be recycled or disposed of
properly at the end of product life. There may be
specific legal requirements for battery collection
and disposal in your community. Contact your
local electronics recycler, relevant legal authority,
or your Tektronix representative for assistance in
recycling of the battery pack.
Li-ion
Transportation and Lithium-Ion Batteries
Each TDS3BATB lithium-ion battery pack
contains less than 8 grams of lithium, with
individual cells each containing less than
1.5 grams of lithium, as measured by International
Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards.
Consult your air carrier for applicability and
determination of any special lithium-ion battery
transportation requirements.
Description
If you
The TDS3BATB is for use with
TDS3000/TDS3000B Series oscilloscopes. The
14.4 VDC battery pack consists of an array of
Lithium-ion battery cells with a built-in charger
and fuel or battery gauge.
Firmware Requirements
The firmware in your TDS3000/TDS3000B series
oscilloscope must be Version 3.26 or above for the
battery gauge to work properly.
For your convenience, the latest version of the
instrument firmware is included with the
TDS3BATB battery pack. If you need to update
your firmware, follow the installation instructions
that are included with the firmware.
You can also download the firmware from the
Tektronix Web site at www.tektronix.com.
Protective Ground
Removing the Battery Pack
(Earth) Terminal
To remove the battery pack, follow these steps:
1. Open the battery compartment door.
2. Raise the handles on each side of the battery
pack and use them to pull the battery pack out
of the oscilloscope.