Tektronix 1502 TDR Maintenance Manual
Tektronix 1502 TDR Maintenance Manual
TECHNICAL MANUAL
OPERATOR, ORGANIZATIONAL,
AND
DS/GS MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FOR
TEKTRONIX
1502 TIME DOMAIN
REFLECTOMETER
WARNING
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
DEATH ON CONTACT
Never work on electronic equipment unless there is someone nearby who is familiar with the operation and
hazards of the equipment and is able to give first aid. When the technician is aided by operators, he must warn
them about dangerous areas.
When possible, shut off power to equipment before beginning work on equipment. Ground every capacitor
likely to hold a dangerous potential. When working inside equipment, after the power has been turned off,
always ground every part before touching it.
Be careful not to contact high-voltage connections when installing or operating this equipment.
When possible, keep one hand away from equipment to reduce the hazard of current flowing through the vital
organs of the body.
Read FM 21-11, First Aid for Soldiers, and learn how to administer artificial respiration.
WARNING
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You can help improve this manual. If you find any mistakes, or if you find a way
to improve the procedures, please let us know. Mail your letter, DA Form 2028
(Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms), or DA Form 2028-2
direct to: Commander, U.S. Army Missile Command, ATTN: AMSMI-LC-ME-
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Section 0. GENERAL
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Figure
No. Page No. Page
1502 Time Domain Reflectometer vi 5-8 Front Panel, Identification of Parts for
2-1 1502 TDR with Cover 2-1 Assembly Steps 8 through 26 5-9
2-2 Battery Connector Polarity 2-2 5-9 Detail of Plug-in Compartment Seal 5-10
2-3 1502 Front Panel Controls 2-3 5-10 Detail of BNC Connector and Washer 5-10
2-4 Incident and Reflected Pulses 2-4 5-11 Detail of Pushbuttons and Their Shafts 5-10
2-5 CRT Display of Pulse 2-6 5-12 Detail of Subpanel Screwhole Sealing 5-11
2-6 TDR Display of R, versus Z 2-7 5-13 Detail of Fuseholder Installation 5-11
2-7 Impedance Nomogram 2-7 5-14 Detail of Fuseholder Caps 5-12
2-8 Open Cable 2-8 5-15 Application of Sealant to Battery Meter 5-12
2-9 Shorted Cable 2-8 5-16 Alignment of Battery Meter 5-12
2-10 Crimped Cable 2-9 5-17 Application of Sealant to FOCUS and
2-11 Frayed Cable 2-9 INTENSITY Controls 5-12
2-12 X-Y Output Module Strap 2-9 5-18 Application of Sealant to FINE Control
3-1 Simplified Block Diagram 3-1 Bushing 5-13
3-2 Sampling Diagram 3-2 5-19 Application of Sealant to FINE Control
3-3 Program Logic Cycle 3-3 Nut 5-13
3-4 Tunnel Diode Voltage-Current Curve 3-5 5-20 Installation of Distance Meter 5-13
3-5 Functional Block Diagram of Slow Ramp 5-21 Application of Sealant to ZERO
Generator 3-7 REFERENCE Control Bushing 5-14
3-6 Block Diagram of 1502 Power Supply 3-10 5-22 Application of Sealant to ZERO
3-7 Chart Recorder Logic 3-12 REFERENCE Control Nut 5-14
3-8 X-Y Output Module Strap 3-13 5-23 Application of Sealant to RECORD
4-1 Pulse Display 4-2 Toggle-switch Bushing 5-14
4-2 Jitter Check 4-4 5-24 Application of Sealant to RECORD
4-3 Aberration Check 4-4 Toggle-switch Nut 5-15
4-4 Fall Time 4-5 5-25 Installation of Rubber Cap-seal on
4-5 Power Supply Test Points and RECORD Toggle-switch 5-15
Adjustments 4-8 5-26 Application of Sealant to the GAIN or the
4-6 Main Board Test Points 4-9 0 dB DET Control Bushing 5-15
4-7 Pulse Generator Output 4-10 5-27 Detail Showing Lubrication and Sealing
4-8 Time Marks Aligned (Standard) 4-8 for the Variable Resistor 5-15
4-9 Time Marks Aligned (Metric) 4-13 5-28 Lubrication of the O-rings and Sealing for
4-10 Pulse Display 4-15 the Cam-switches 5-16
4-11 Loop Gain Adjustment 4-16 5-29 Installation of the POWER SWITCH 5-16
4-12 Reflected-fall Time Check 4-16 5-30 Lubrication of POSITION Control Knobs 5-17
4-13 Vertical Amp/Slow Ramp Board 4-17 5-31 Installation of Knob on Shaft 5-17
4-14 X-Y Output Module Connection Link 4-17 5-32 Lubrication of ZERO REFERENCE Knob 5-17
5-1 DC Fuse Location 5-3 5-33 Installation of Knob on ZERO
5-2 Transistor and Integrated Circuit Lead REFERENCE Control 5-17
Configuration 5-4 5-34 Lubrication of FOCUS and INTENSITY
5-3 Rear View of the HV Board 5-5 Control Knobs 5-18
5-4 230 Vac Transformer Wiring 5-6 5-35 Sealing of Battery Pack Screwholes 5-18
5-5 Subpanel, Identification of Parts 5-7 5-36 Application of Dielectric Type Compound 5-18
5-6 Rubber Seals, Edge Sealing for Subpanel 5-8 5-37 Detail of Front Panel Jacks 5-19
5-7 Detail of Implosion Shield Sealing 5-8 5-38 Detail of X-Y Module Thumbscrews 5-19
5-39 Sealing of Latch Assembly Screwholes 5-20
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OPERATORS SAFETY SUMMARY
The general safety information in this part of the summary is for both operating and servicing personnel.
Specific warnings and cautions will be found throughout the manual where they apply, but may not appear in
this summary.
TERMS
In This Manual
CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the equipment or other
property.
WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life.
As Marked on Equipment
CAUTION indicates a personal injury hazard not immediately accessible as one reads the marking, or a hazard
to property including the equipment itself.
DANGER indicates a personal injury hazard immediately accessible as one reads the marking.
SYMBOLS
In This Manual
This symbol indicates where applicable cautionary or other information is to be found.
As Marked on Equipment
Power Source
This product is intended to operate from a power source that will not apply more than 250 volts rms between
the supply conductors or between either supply conductor and ground. A protective ground connection by way
of the grounding conductor in the power cord is essential for safe operation.
Power Source
This product is intended to operate from a power source that will not apply more than 250 volts rms between
the supply conductors or between either supply conductor and ground. A protective ground connection by way
of the grounding conductor in the power cord is essential for safe operation.
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SECTION 0.
GENERAL
Department of the Army forms and procedures used for equipment maintenance will be those prescribed by TM
38-750, The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS).
If your PATRIOT system needs improvement, let us know. Send us an EIR. You, the user, are the only one
who can tell us what you do not like about your equipment. Let us know why you do not like the design. EIRs
will be prepared using SF 368, Quality Deficiency Report (QDR). Mail the QDRs to Commander, U.S. Army
Missile Command, ATTN: AMSMI-LC-ME-PMH, Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5238. A reply will be furnished to
you.
To prepare this unit for placement into and removal from administrative storage, refer to section 3, chapter 4,
of AR 750-1, Maintenance Equipment and Supplies. Temporary storage should be accomplished in
accordance with TB 750-25-1, section 2, Maintenance of Supplies and Equipment.
For procedures for destruction of Army material to prevent enemy use, see section XI of TM 9-4935-393-14-1.
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SPECIFICATION
General Information
The Tektronix 1502 is a portable Time Domain Reflectometer that uses pulses to test cables and provides a
visual display of cable faults. The test pulses are transmitted via the CABLE output jack. Reflections are
received at the same jack and displayed on the Cathode-Ray Tube (crt).
NOTE
All distances are shown in feet followed by metres in parenthesis. Metric units
are not direct conversions from the measurements shown in feet, but represent
the calibrated ranges of the metric option 1502.
Calibrated distance controls allow an operator to examine up to 100 feet (25 metres) of cable with segments as
small as 1 foot (25 cm) displayed horizontally across the 10-division crt screen. Low-loss cables as long as
2000 feet (500 metres) may be examined at 100 feet (25 metres) per division or 200 feet (50 metres) per
division. The horizontal crt scale is calibrated directly in distance units from 0.1 foot (2.5 cm) per division to
200 feet (50 metres) per division in a 1-2-5 sequence (1-2.5-5 sequence).
A 3-digit, direct reading dial indicates the distance to any cable discontinuity when the dial is used to
horizontally position the discontinuity's reflection to a crt reference line.
Vertical (Y-axis) deflection of the crt beam is proportional to the amplitude of the reflected signal plus the
incident step. The vertical scale is calibrated in units of rho (p) of the transmitted pulse amplitude. For a
definition of rho, refer to section 2 of this manual. The sensitivity scale can be selected in 7 calibrated steps
from 5 mp/div to 500 mp/div.
The transmitted pulse is a step-signal having an amplitude of approximately 225 mV. The risetime of the pulse
generator and the equivalent bandwidth of the deflection circuits provide a system reflected risetime of 140 ps
or less.
The 1502 plug-in compartment will accept either the X-Y OUTPUT MODULE or the TEKTRONIX Y-T Chart
Recorder. The X-Y OUTPUT MODULE is a standard accessory for the 1502 and provides an interface for an
X-Y recorder. The TEKTRONIX Y-T Chart Recorder is an optional accessory. This recorder uses a heated
stylus to record on 4 cm wide, heat-sensitive chart paper. The chart recording length represents the entire crt
screen and is controlled by the 1502.
The 1502 is a ruggedized portable instrument that can be used in the field as well as in the laboratory. The
requirements for a Type III, Class 3, Style A instrument as specified in MIL-T-28800 were used as a guideline
for the environmental specifications. The 1502 has a ruggedized case that provides protection when the
instrument is stored in exposed areas. When the instrument is not being used, the accessories, including the
Operators manual, may be packed in the instrument cover and latched tightly on the front of the instrument.
Table 1-1 indicates which accessories may be placed in the cover of the 1502.
The characteristics given in Table 1-2 apply over an ambient temperature range from -15°C to +55°C after the
instrument has been calibrated at +25°C, ±5°C. Under these conditions, the 1502 will perform to the
requirements given in the Performance Check section of this manual.
Table 1-1.
1502 ACCESSORIES
Accessories stored in the 1502 cover
Accessory Tektronix Part Number
1 50 Ω BNC Terminator 011-0123-00
1 Precision 50 Ω Cable 012-0482-00
1 Viewing Hood 016-0297-00
1 Operators Manual 070-1790-00
1 BNC Connector, Female-to-
Female 103-0028-00
2 Replacement Fuses (for
front panel)
For 115 V ac
Operation 159-0113-00
or
For 230 V ac
Operation (Option 6) 159-0029-00
1 Power Cord 161-0066-00
1 Filter, Mesh (crt) 378-0055-00
SPECIFICATION
The performance limits in this specification are valid with the following conditions:
The instrument must have been calibrated at an ambient temperature between +20°C and +30°C.
Table 1-2.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This section of the manual contains the basic information required for the operation of the 1502 Time
Domain Reflectometer. Included is a brief description of the purpose of each front panel control, general
operating information, care of the instrument, and basic applications.
The cover is released from the unit by pulling forward on the side latches. To secure the cover over the
front panel, place the cover into the grooved portion of the front panel and push the latches backwards toward
the instrument. If the unit is accidentally left on, it will be turned off when the cover is secured over the front
panel.
The handle is a friction disc design and will rotate 325°. When the handle is turned so that it is beneath
the unit, it will serve as a stand (see Fig. 2-1).
CAUTION
Do not operate or charge the battery in the 1502 from an inverter that produces a square
wave output. It can damage the instrument.
For confirmation that the socket-outlet ground contact is securely grounded, refer to qualified service
personnel.
CAUTION
When the Anti-Deep-Discharge circuit is operating, the voltage circuits are turned off, but
there is still a small amount of current drawn from the batteries. This will further
discharge the batteries (at a slower rate) if the POWER switch is not turned off.
A 12 V dc power supply may be substituted for the 1502 battery pack by removing the pack from the unit
and connecting the power supply to the terminals inside the battery pack compartment.
CAUTION
When substituting a dc power supply or external battery for the battery pack, be sure the
polarity is correct. See Fig. 2-2.
7. GAIN Screwdriver adjust to set the gain 13. DISTANCE Indicates the distance from the
of the vertical amplifier. 1502 to the point on the cable
where the display window begins.
Two ranges: 100 feet (25 m) at X.1
8. NOISE FILTER Reduces displayed noise. Display or 1000 feet (250 m) at X1.
rate is reduced by a factor of 10. Disabled when the FEET/DIV
(METRES/DIV) is at 200 (FIND)
(50).
9. BATTERY Meter to indicate the relative
charge of the power pack.
OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT
To check the operation of the 1502, follow these step-by-step procedures:
FOCUS Midrange
INTENSITY Midrange
ZERO REF Fully cw
POSITION Midrange
mp/DIV 500
DISTANCE 000
FEET/DIV 1
(METRES/DIV) (.25)
X1 - X.1 X1
CABLE DIELECTRIC SOLID POLY
3. Adjust the POSITION controls to set the trace 2 divisions Figure 2-4. Incident and Reflected Pulses.
below the horizontal centerline.
5. Turn the ZERO REF SET button ccw until the incident pulse edge is located on a vertical reference line.
The incident pulse edge is the initial rise of the step pulse. The vertical reference line may be any line you
choose from the center line to the left side of the crt graticule. We have added an arrow in the second vertical
line to indicate a commonly used reference line.
The reflected pulse from the open end of the 50 Ω cable should appear 3 horizontal divisions to the right
of the reference line in the non-metric version only. The open end of the cable is indicated by the start of a
second rise in the trace (see Fig. 2-4).
6. Turn the ZERO REF SET control throughout its range to see the incident pulse edge can be set on any
vertical graticule line. Set the incident pulse edge on the vertical reference line.
7. Set the DISTANCE dial to 050 and check that the top of the step (open cable reflection) is displayed.
8. Press the ZERO REF CHECK button and check that the incident pulse edge returns to the vertical
reference line of the graticule. Reset the DISTANCE dial to 000.
When testing antennas, be sure that you are not close to transmitters that can be keyed at the
antennas receiving frequency. Keying of transmitters in close proximity can cause damage to the
1502.
Connect cables to be tested by the 1502 to the BNC connector (CABLE) on the front panel. Table
2-1 lists optional connectors/adapters that can be used with the 1502.
Table 2-1.
OPTIONAL CONNECTORS/ADAPTERS
FOR THE 1502
Tektronix Part
Type Number
Terminator, 75 Ω BNC 011-0102-00
Adapter, 50 to 125 Ω 017-0090-00
Adapter, 50 to 75 Ω 017-0091-00
Adapter, 50 to 93 Ω 017-0092-00
BNC Connector, Female to Clip Leads 013-0076-00
BNC Connector, Female to GR 017-0063-00
BNC Connector, Male to GR 017-0064-00
BNC Connector, Female to UHF Male 103-0015-00
BNC Connector, Male to UHF Female 103-0032-00
BNC Connector, Male to Dual Binding Post 103-0035-00
BNC Connector, Female to N Male 103-0045-00
BNC Connector, Male to N Female 103-0058-00
BNC Connector, Female to Dual Banana Jack 103-0090-00
BNC Connector, Male to Male 103-0029-00
LOCATING A DISCONTINUITY IN A CABLE
The DISTANCE dial and the FEET/DIV (METRES/DIV) control make it possible to evaluate cables as
long as 2000 feet (500 metres). The entire length can be displayed directly on the crt if desired. If a chart
recorder is used, only that portion of the trace seen on the crt will be recorded on the graph.
To check cables using only the crt display, the FEET/DIV (METRES/DIV) control and the X1/X.1 control
must be set so that the crt display window is longer than the cable. For example, if the cable is 150 feet (46 m)
long, set the FEET/DIV (METRES/DIV) to 200 (50) and the multiplier at X.1.
NOTE
Use the X.1 multiplier whenever possible to lessen the effects of jitter.
Now turn the DISTANCE dial clockwise until the reflected pulse is located on the reference graticule line.
The reading on the DISTANCE dial times the multiplier gives the length from the CABLE connector to the end
of the cable (or to the discontinuity).
NOTE
When checking cables longer than 1000 feet (250 metres), adjust the DISTANCE dial until the
reflected pulse reaches the right-hand edge of the graticule, then add the graticule display
distance to that on the DISTANCE dial for the total length. The reading of the DISTANCE dial,
plus the number of divisions (from the reference line) across the graticule times the FEET/DIV
(METRES/DIV) setting gives the total length of the cable. Remember that in the 200 FEET/DIV
(50 METRES/DIV) setting the DISTANCE dial is inoperative.
The CABLE DIELECTRIC pushbuttons allow the 1502 to accurately locate discontinuities in cables of
various relative propagation velocity constant (Vp). The SOLID POLY button is calibrated to check solid
polyethylene dielectrics, which have a Vp of 0.66. the SOLID PTFE button is calibrated to check solid
polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon), which has a Vp of 0.70. The OTHER button is variable from 0.55 to 1.00 and
is controlled by the screwdriver adjustment control VAR. When this screwdriver control is turned to the fully
clockwise position, it is calibrated for air dielectrics, which have a Vp of 1.00. If all three of the CABLE
DIELECTRIC buttons are released, a default condition leaves the instrument calibrated for air dielectric (Vp =
1.00).
EVALUATING A DISCONTINUITY
The mp/DIV control determines the vertical deflection that can be seen on the crt or recorded on a graph
if a chart recorder is used. This control is calibrated to measure the ratio of the reflected signal amplitude to
the incident signal amplitude in rho (p), which is called the voltage reflection coefficient. Rho (p) is the
measurement of reflected signal amplitude and can be used to determine the impedance of a discontinuity.
Note that no reflection is obtained from a cable that has no discontinuities if the cable is terminated with its
characteristic impedance. If a cable has an open, i.e., a break (infinite impedance), the reflected step
amplitude is +1 p; and if a cable has a short (zero impedance), the reflected step amplitude is -1 p.
Fig. 2-6 shows the two parts of a TDR display labeled to identify the incident and reflected voltage signals.
When p=0, the transmission line is terminated by a resistance equal to its characteristic impedance (Zo) which,
in this case, is 50 Ω. (When p equals +1, the transmission line load is an open circuit. When p equals -1, the
transmission line load is a short. If the line is terminated by RL > 50 Ω, p is positive and if the line is terminated
by RL < 50 Ω, p is negative.
p= R L - Zo
R L + Zo
This relationship was used to develop the chart shown in Fig. 2-7.
A few of the cable problems that can be analyzed with the 1502 include opens, shorts, pin-holes in the
cable shield, opens in the shield, kinks in the cable, mismatched connectors, and corroded connectors. Figs. 2-
8 through 2-11 show typical examples of these problems.
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Cables with a characteristic impedance other than 50 Ω can be evaluated by adjusting the GAIN control
(screwdriver adjust) to correct the reflected pulse for +1p at the open end of a cable. When the GAIN is
changed, the incident pulse will no longer be 1p.
To reset the GAIN for an impedance other than 50 Ω, either connect an impedance-matching adapter (50
to 75 Ω, 50 to 93 Ω, 50 to 125 Ω, etc) to the CABLE connector and connect a short length of cable (with
impedance the same as the adapter, i.e., 75 Ω, 93 Ω, 125 Ω, etc.) to the adapter or connect the cable to be
tested to the CABLE connector. With the mp/DIV control set at 500, position the trace on the graticule so that
the display of the cable appears in the display. Now adjust the GAIN control so that the open end display
(reflected pulse) is set 2 divisions above the cable display (horizontal centerline). This sets the reflected pulse
to +1p from the characteristic impedance.
NOTE
1502 ACCESSORIES
Plug-Ins
The 1502 plug-in compartment will accept the X-Y OUTPUT MODULE (provided as a standard accessory) or
the TEKTRONIX Y-T Chart Recorder (part number 016-0506-03).
An X-Y recorder can be used with the 1502 by connecting it to the X-Y OUTPUT MODULE when this
module is plugged into the 1502. Connect the X, Y, and PEN LIFT inputs of the recorder to the corresponding
jacks of the X-Y OUTPUT MODULE. See the information or manual provided with the recorder for further
information on its use.
Viewing Hood
The viewing hood provides shading for the crt and can be installed over the crt by sliding it down over the
crt bezel sides. The mesh filter must be removed before the viewing hood will connect it to the crt bezel.
INSTRUMENT STORAGE
The 1502 has been made with a ruggedized case that will provide protection when stored in exposed
areas. When the instrument is not being used, the accessories (including the Operators manual) should be
packed in the instrument cover and the cover latched on the front of the instrument.
The 1502 can be stored In temperatures between -620 C and +850 C, but if the temperature is below -400
C or exceeds +550C, the batteries must be removed and stored in a location where the temperature is between
-400C and +55°C.
THEORY OF OPERATION
This section describes the circuits of the 1502 using a combination of block and circuit diagrams on pull-
outs from the back of this manual.
Block Diagrams
There are two block diagrams that show the overall functions of the 1502; Fig. 3-1, a simplified version,
and the main block diagram located on a pull-out.
Circuit Operation
The 1502 uses pulses to check cable conditions. The Pulser circuits transmit the pulses down the cable
under test, and the Sampler circuits sample the reflections and provide the vertical signal for display on the crt.
The Pulser is basically a tunnel diode in a 50 Ω strip line (cavity). It contains all biasing and timing
circuits required for operation of tunnel diode, CR1703.
Sequential equivalent-time sampling is used to develop a display. Two ramps are generated, a fast ramp
and a slow ramp. The fast ramp is compared to the slow ramp or a fixed reference to generate trigger pulses
for the Sampler and the Pulser respectively. These comparisons are made by the Pulser and Sampler
Comparators.
A short time after the Pulser transmits the step pulse into the cable under test, depending on the
amplitude of the slow and fast ramps, a sampling trigger from the Sampler Comparator causes the Sampler to
sample-and-hold the voltage level appearing at that time. This voltage is taken at the point where the Sampler
is connected to the 50 Ω strip line. This voltage sample is amplified and sent through the vertical amplifiers to
the crt.
The Slow Ramp Generator provides the horizontal sweep for the crt and, combined with the vertical
sample, provides a display of the sampled value. Sampling triggers, taken later during the next fast ramp time,
cause additional samples to be displayed next to the first one, until a line of very short dashes are formed
across the crt, appearing as a solid line (Fig. 3-2).
The amplified vertical and ramp signals are also sent to X-Y Interface connectors. These signals, along
with a pen lift control signal, provide the information for driving external X-Y recorders.
If the TEKTRONIX Y-T Chart Recorder is used, the amplified vertical signals from the Sampler are
applied to the writing stylus drive circuits. The speed of the chart paper is derived by the holes along the edge
of the chart paper passing between a phototransistor and a light-emitting diode providing digital information to
the Control Logic. The Control Logic uses this information to control the slope of the slow ramp so as to match
the speed of the chart paper. Thus, the trace and grid on the chart recording correlates to the trace and
graticule displayed on the crt.
When the horizontal scan of the crt has been completed, the vertical input is automatically disconnected
and the slow ramp is released to scan at its own speed. The chart paper continues to run until the entire
recorded data is outside the chart recorder.
Time Slot 3. A current ramp is added to the bias current until the tunnel diode fires. After firing, the
tunnel diode current is reduced to a predetermined amount where it remains for the rest of time slot 3.
Time Slot 4. All current is removed to reset the tunnel diode to the low state. This completes the first
pulse and the firing level of the tunnel diode is now just above the voltage stored in capacitor C1596.
Time Slot 5. This is a waiting period where currents are allowed to stabilize.
Time Slot 6. The tunnel diode is fired by TD TRIGGER from the Pulse Comparator. The fast ramp
makes its sweep and the Sampler takes its sample during this time.
Clock Generator. The Clock Generator consists of two inverters, U1575A and U1575B, which act as an
astable multivibrator. The output signal is a square wave about 60 kHz, as determined by C1572 and R1574.
R1577 protects the input to U1575B. The square wave is applied to a divide-by-six counter in the Logic
Programmer.
Logic Programmer. The Logic Programmer provides the needed logic sequence to allow automatic
tunnel diode biasing and sampler synchronization. It consists of a divide-by-six counter, U1569, and gates
U1575C, U1575D, and U1671. A cycle is completed after every six clock inputs (Fig. 3-3). Q1 starts going
high at the start of the clock pulse train and remains high for three clock pulses, then goes low for the next
three clock pulses.
The outputs (Q1 through Q5) of the counter go to gates U1575C, U1575D, and U1671. The output of
U1575C is called FAST RAMP START and controls the duration of the fast ramp generator. It is in the low
state for the first five clock cycles and in the high state for the sixth clock cycle (see Fig. 3-3b).
The output of U1575D, MEMORY RESET, is used to reset the biasing level of tunnel diode CR1703. By
turning Q1597 on, the charging current to C1596 is shunted to ground, and any voltage on this capacitor is
removed. This occurs during the first 2 time slots (see Fig. 3-3c).
The output of gate U1671D resets the tunnel diode during time slots 1 and 4, accomplished by diverting
the current for the tunnel diode to ground through Q1602. This causes the tunnel diode to turn off. The reset
action occurs each time after the tunnel diode is fired (shown in Fig. 3-3d).
The output of U1671C is used to enable a comparator, Q1688 and Q1695, which senses when tunnel
diode CR1703 goes into the high state during time slot 3 (see Fig. 3-3e).
Pulse Generator. The Pulse Generator consists of the high speed, 20 milliamp tunnel diode, CR1703,
and the tunnel diode bias control circuits. It generates the test output pulses to the CABLE connector.
The voltage pulse across CR1703 is 400 mV with a risetime of about 50 ps. The low impedance of
CR1703, combined with R1701, form a source impedance of 50 Ω. This circuit provides a 200 mV step pulse
to the CABLE connector.
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Bias current for tunnel diode CR1703 is provided by R1601 and R1693. Transistors Q1602 and Q1603
serve as a switch to direct the current through the tunnel diode via Q1603 or to divert the current to ground via
Q1602. TUNNEL DIODE RESET (U1671D output), which is high during time slots 1 and 4, is used to switch
between Q1602 and Q1603. When the base of Q1583 goes high, its output to Q1589 goes low. The emitter of
Q1589 goes low, turning Q1595 on, which turns Q1602 on (through Q1502) and Q1603 off (through Q1504).
CR1703 is then off.
During time slots 1 and 2,Q1597 is saturated, discharging memory capacitor C1596. At the start of time
slot 3, Q1597 is cut off, allowing the current through CR1691 and R1691 to charge C1596 via R1692 and
R1594. (C1596, R1692, and R1594 compose the memory circuit). This causes the gate voltage of Q1693 to
be stepped up to a value determined by voltage divider R1691, R1692, and R1594 and then increase with a
time constant rate determined by R1691, R1692, R1594, and C1596 (see Fig. 3-3g).
A current with a waveform similar to the voltage waveform at the gate of Q1693 will flow through R1693
and is added to the idle current from R1601. This current flows through Q1603 to output tunnel diode CR1703,
and continues to increase until the tunnel diode goes into the high voltage state. At this point, comparator
Q1695 and Q1688 cause Q1683 to remove the memory charge current. Thus, current stops flowing into
C1596, causing the voltage ramp at the gate of Q1693 to stop and step-down. Similarly, the current ramp into
the tunnel diode will stop and step-down.
The comparator consists of Q1695 and Q1688. Its reference is set at
a negative level, except during time slot 3 when it is set at a positive 300
mV. The reference input voltage (the voltage at the base of Q1695) equals
the tunnel diode voltage (which is always above ground level). These
conditions cause Q1683 to saturate and remove the memory charging
current. At the beginning of time slot 3, when the tunnel diode is still at its
low voltage state, the comparison voltage is set at 300 mV. At this level
Q1683 is not conducting, therefore, the memory charge current flows to the
memory capacitor. When the tunnel diode fires, the comparator input
voltage goes above the 300 mV comparison level. Q1683 becomes
saturated again and the memory charge current is removed. The
comparison reference levels are set by R1682, R1683, R1681, and Q1675.
Factory selectable resistors R1702 and R1707, along with capacitors C1701
and C1706, are used to compensate for tunnel diode thermal time
constants.
Figure 3-4. Tunnel Diode Voltage-
Current Curve.
A tunnel diode, CR1609, is used to reduce jitter on the output step pulse. Q1608 conducts when TD
TRIGGER is received from the pulser comparator during time slot 6. The current through Q1608 causes tunnel
diode CR1609 to go to the high voltage state, producing a fast spike pulse through C1609 and R1701 to tunnel
diode CR1703. This fires CR1703, sending the test pulse to the CABLE connector. Dc balance network,
R1753, R1659, and C1655 provides an output of "zero" level when no test pulse is being generated, and if the
CABLE terminations are not too extreme.
Sampler
The Sampler circuitry provides positive and negative strobes to strobe the sampling diodes, so that
during a short time period (100 ps), a sample of the incident pulse or reflected signals can be taken. The
sampling preamplifier amplifies these signals for display on the crt. The sampler consists of a Sampling Gate,
Sampling Preamplifier, Strobe Generator, and Blowby Compensation.
Sampling Gate. Dual-diode Sampling Gate, CR1732, allows signals from the output terminal to appear
at the preamplifier input for a short period of time. The bandwidth (or risetime) of the sampler is proportional to
the conduction time of the diodes, which are controlled by the strobe width of the strobe generator.
Sampling Preamplifier. The Sampling Preamplifier consists of Q1648, Q1556, and Q1643. While
strobing is occurring, a signal sample is taken from the transmission line and stored in capacitors C1635,
C1636, C1637, C1638, C1646, and C1647. The preamplifier amplifies the charge stored in the capacitors. A
positive feedback is provided by C1646 and C1647 to bring the sampling efficiency to unity. The sampling
efficiency is adjustable by R1543.
The preamplifier has a gain of approximately 2 times, which is controlled by R1549 and R1651. R1639
and R1630 are needed to bleed off some of the reverse self-charge of C1637 and C1638. This allows the
sampling gate to conduct during the peak amplitude of the strobes and thus determines the sampling aperature.
Strobe Generator. The Strobe Generator consists of preamplifier Q1553; signal-shaping amplifier
Q1544 and Q1535; avalanche circuit Q1537; snap-off diode circuitry and strobe shaper, CR1632; and shorted
strip lines.
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A negative-going signal from the sampler comparator is amplified by Q1553 and the collector output is
fed to a fast-rise one-shot multivibrator. A positive-going signal to Q1544 produces a negative-going signal on
the base of Q1535, which results in a more positive-going signal on the base of Q1544. This action continues
until both transistors are completely saturated, at which point TP1534 (violet test point) is at ground level. It will
stay in this state as long as a charge remains on C1543. When this charge is depleted, the circuit resets and
TP1534 returns to -5 volts. The fast positive edge at TP1534 is fed through C1534 into transformer T1538,
which drives the avalanche circuit. Avalanche transistor Q1537 goes into its avalanche mode and the voltage
across the transistor collapses very rapidly (300 ps). The collector voltage drops and the emitter voltage rises.
These opposite signals are fed to the SNAP-OFF circuit by way of C1631 and C1632. The SNAP-OFF diode
CR1632 is normally forward biased by a current from R1625 and R1633. This current is established by the
emitter voltage of Q1539. The emitter voltage is controlled by R1538 (SNAP-OFF CURRENT). The negative-
going signal of the avalanche circuit is applied to the anode of the SNAP-OFF diode and the positive-going
signal is applied to the cathode to reverse bias this diode. After a small delay, the SNAP-OFF diode will
become reverse biased. The reverse biasing occurs in less than 50 nanoseconds. The fast rising step from
CR1632 is applied to the shorted strip lines. The width of the strobes is determined by the physical length of
the shorted strip lines. The generated strobe is differentiated by capacitors C1635 and C1636 and then strobes
the sampling diodes.
The avalanche voltage amplitude is controlled by R1525 with Q1529 acting as an emitter follower.
Blowby Compensation. The Blowby compensation network, Q1656, R1657, R1752, and R1656,
cancels any signal component passing the gate due to diode shunt capacitance. This is accomplished by
inverting the transmission line signal and adding it to the input of the preamplifier through C1648. The amount
of compensation is set by R1657 and R1659 (LO FREQ COMP).
Comparators
There are two comparators; the Pulser Comparator and the Sampling Comparator. The Pulser
Comparator provides the TD trigger signal to the Pulse Generator and the Sampler Comparator provides the
Sampling Trigger signal to the Strobe Generator. Each comparator consists of a differential amplifier; Q1336
and Q1325 in the Sampler Comparator; and Q1347, Q1348 in the Pulser Comparator. The two comparators
operate the same, therefore only the Sampler Comparator component numbers will be used in this description
(see circuit diagram 1B).
The two inputs for the Sampler Comparator are the bases of Q1336 and Q1325. Depending on which
input is higher, the voltage at TP1324 (green test point) will be +5 V or negative. If the base of Q1336 is high,
Q1336 conducts and Q1325 is turned off. The current for Q1336 comes from Q1329 which turns Q1328 on.
This puts the voltage at TP1324 high (+5 V). When the base of Q1336 is below that of Q1325, Q1336, Q1329
and Q1328 are turned off. Q1325 is conducting. The output voltage drops to the level of a conducting diode
junction.
Q1425 and Q1431 form a temperature-compensated current source for the differential amplifier. The
collector current of Q1431 is determined by the value of R1431 and R1422. It is approximately equal to the
current of Q1425.
The second input of the Sampler Comparator is connected to the attenuated and inverted slow ramp
signal. (The second input for the Pulser Comparator is a dc voltage that is controlled by the ZERO REF SET,
R0151. The X.1 POSITION CAL control, R1132, compensates for unequal delays in the comparator when the
speed of the Fast Ramp is changed (X1 to X.1).)
Ramp Generators
There are two ramp generators, the Fast Ramp Generator and the Slow Ramp Generator. The Fast
Ramp is used for setting the X1 and X.1 distance timing. The Slow Ramp is used for the crt sweep and, when
combined with the Fast Ramp, to create slewed strobes for the sampler.
Fast Ramp. The Fast Ramp Generator consists of amplifier Q1357 and Q1358; fast ramp clamp Q1338;
current source Q1337 and Q1339; and timing capacitors C1325, C1237, and C1332.
Q1337 provides a constant current source for the timing capacitors to develop a linear voltage ramp
across them. The magnitude of current can be precisely set with the FEET/DIV CAL, R1435. Q1339 is needed
for thermal tracking. The timing capacitors are reset, at the end of time slot 6, by high speed ramp clamp
Q1338. The ramp clamp is controlled by the pulse generator programmer through 01338 and Q1357. C1332 is
a timing adjustment for the X.1 ramp. The Fast Ramp signal is supplied to the Sampler and Pulser
Comparator.
Slow Ramp (Schematic 3). The Slow Ramp Generator consists of an integrator, a bi-level comparator,
a positive current source, a negative current source, a retrace switch, and a retrace signal amplifier. A
functional block diagram of the Slow Ramp Generator is shown in Fig. 3-5.
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Integrator. An inverting amplifier circuit with an FET input is used as an integrator. Integrator capacitor
C2356 is connected between the collector of Q2345 and the inverting input (gate of Q2246A). A minus current
applied to the inverting input through R2353 results in a linear rising voltage on the output (see the waveform
shown in Fig. 3-5). This output voltage will continue to rise until it reaches the internal comparison level of 4.1
volts. The bi-level comparator output then switches to a higher output level to close FET switch Q2257. It also
changes its comparison level to -.1 V. This allows a positive current to be applied to the input of the integrator.
The positive current is several times larger than the negative current and causes the output voltage of the
integrator to decrease linearly. After a short period of time, the integrator output voltage approaches this
comparison voltage of -0.1 V and causes the positive current into the integrator to be turned off. At this time
the comparator level is switched back to the 4.1 V level and the cycle starts over.
The rise and fall time of the slow ramp can be varied by changing the integrating capacitance values. In
the normal 40 Hz scan frequency, a value of 0.0013 µF is used. When NOISE FILTER switch S2254 is
activated, the scan frequency is reduced by approximately 7 times by paralleling a capacitance value of 0.01
µF to the original 0.0013 µF. For recording (X-Y or chart) purposes, a value of 1 µF is used. (Q2248 acts as a
FET switch and is controlled by the Record Logic.)
Bi-Level Comparator. During the positive going sequence of the Slow Ramp Generator, Q2261 is
saturated and Q2262 is off. The emitter voltage of Q2261 and Q2262 is 4.1 volts. This voltage is controlled by
a resistor divider, R2267 and R2158. The collector (output of the comparator) of Q2262 is at a -5 V level
because the transistor is not conducting. The anode of CR2161 has to rise to 4.1 volts in order to turn off
Q2261.
When Q2261 turns off, its collector level will decrease, which causes Q2262 to be turned on and saturated.
The emitter voltage output switches to -0.1 volt. 02261 remains off until the anode voltage of CR2161 goes to -
0.1 volt, which restarts the cycle.
The comparator can be forced into the scan cycle when the Recorder Logic turns on CR2262.
Retrace Signal Amplifier. The retrace signal amplifier uses an input FET (Q2258) to drive amplifier
Q2259. The output voltage is +5 V during retrace and -5 V during the scan cycle. The output is used for Chart
Recorder Logic and Record Logic.
Current Sources. The positive and negative currents for the retrace sweep are generated by applying +5
V and -5 V to the high value resistors R2251 and R2353 respectively.
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Gain Amplifier. The Gain Amplifier consists of U2143 with variable gain provided by R0263. The
incoming voltage is attenuated approximately 20% by R2228 and R2144. The output voltage is approximately
200 mp per division. The variable gain control has a range of approximately 5 times and is set by the values of
R0263 and R2142. The output goes through the Retrace Logic to the Vertical Output Amplifier.
Retrace Logic (Schematic 4). The Retrace Logic consists of gate U3123C, inverter Q3137, oscillator
U3123A and U3123D, and analog switches U3223C and U3223D.
The only time the vertical signal is applied to the vertical output amplifier is during the forward scanning
cycle. During the retrace cycle, an offset voltage is applied to the vertical output amplifier.
During the slow ramp forward scan cycle, the retrace signal is negative, as is pin 2 of U3123A. This causes
the output of U3123D to be low. Pin 6 of U3223C is also high and the vertical signal is passed through the
analog gate to the output amplifier.
During the retrace cycle, the output of U3123D is high, but pin 6 of U3223C is low and pin 12 of U3223D is
high. This allows the output of U3123D to be passed to the vertical output amplifier, which causes the beam to
be deflected below the crt viewing area.
Vertical Output Amplifier. The Vertical Output amplifier consists of Q3236, Q3232, Q3139, and Q3235.
The mode of operation is identical to that of the Horizontal Output Amplifier. In the Vertical Output Amplifier,
the amplifier gain is approximately 80. Capacitor C3233 is added to increase high frequency response.
CAUTION
If the instrument is wired for 220 V operation, be sure that the two front panel
fuses are changed. See the electrical parts list for proper fuse size.
Battery Charger. Line transformer T0389 provides battery charge current. The battery charge current is
regulated for an average current of 150 mA (independent of battery load).
A reference voltage of approximately 50 mV is created across reference resistor R6132. This voltage is
created by R6135 and VR6134. The battery load and charge current are always fed through R6131 and the
charger will try to maintain an average current of 150 mA into the battery. This is done by comparing the
voltages across two reference resistors (R6132 and R6131) using operational amplifier U6138. Depending
upon the battery charge current, the output of the operational amplifier will provide more or less current into the
current source input Q6244. With every new cycle, a current (of the same magnitude as the input current) will
be released by Q6241 to charge capacitor C6147. Full wave rectification is provided by CR6157. The voltage
across C6147 builds up every cycle until it reaches the firing threshold level of the programmable unijunction
transistor (PUT) Q6143. At this moment, a triggered pulse occurs at the cathode of the PUT, which in turn fires
SCR Q6155. When this occurs, a portion of the full-wave rectifier output provides a charge current for the
battery during the remainder of the cycle. During this same period, C6147 gets discharged through the anode
of the PUT. The point at which the triggering occurs is determined by how fast C6147 becomes charged to the
reference voltage of about 4.5 V and the charging speed is determined by the average current to the battery.
Because the charge current and load currents are in the form of pulses, averaging (integration) is
performed at the output of operational amplifier U6138 by a 15 µF capacitor C6233. Zener diode VR6134
provides protection in case the battery pack is removed and the line cord is plugged into a line-voltage source.
Battery pack BT0369 consists of nine nickel-cadmium C cells.
NOTE
For proper operation, the battery pack must be in place at all
times during operation of the instrument.
DC Voltage Converter. The controllable oscillator is an astable multivibrator (Q6458 and Q6445). Its
output voltage is high for 8 us and low during the remainder of the period. The 8 µs period is set by C6551 and
R6545 in parallel with R6449 and R6457. The low voltage duration at the output is controlled by the primary
regulation voltage of Q6552, R6454, and C6451. Diode CR6452, R6451, and R6453 protect against base-
emitter reverse breakdown voltage.
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The output of the astable multivibrator is connected to the fly-back switching circuitry consisting of Q6349
(an emitter follower) and Q6435 (a high current switch). Q6435 conducts when the output of the multivibrator is
high, so a magnetic field builds up in fly-back transformer T6535 by way of windings 5-6 during the 8p s period.
When Q6435 turns off, the field collapses and the stored energy is transferred to the secondary windings.
Diodes CR6347, CR6441 and CR6442 prevent Q6435 from saturating, causing the switch-off time to be faster.
To reduce the base drive energy, a voltage source that is lower than the battery pack is used. This is supplied
from terminal 3 of T6535.
The +25 V (pre-regulated) supply is used to control the primary regulation. (It is also used for the high
voltage circuitry.) A voltage tap is provided by way of R6358 and Q6357 to create 9.7 V as a reference voltage
for the primary regulator network. This voltage is compared against the combined voltage of 9.1 V zener diode
VR6459 and the base-emitter junction of Q6557. Depending on the voltage level of the 25 volt supply, Q6557
increases or decreases conduction. The amplified collector voltage is fed to astable multivibrator Q6458 and
Q6445 by way of emitter-follower Q6552. This controls the low voltage output duration of the astable
multivibrator.
Anti-Deep-Discharge Circuit. The Anti-Deep Discharge circuit prevents the battery pack from going into
deep discharge, which could permanently damage the batteries. Q6549 and Q6547 are connected as an SCR
network. When fired, both transistors fully conduct, which forces the collector of Q6557 to ground. This
removes all the input voltage to the input of the astable multivibrator, which turns it off and disables the dc
voltage converter.
The SCR network can be triggered when Q6548 conducts. This happens when the battery voltage drops
below 10 volts. The +25 V and +10 V power supplies are used as reference voltages by way of R6549,
CR6546, and R6539. To reset this SCR network, the battery voltage must be removed by turning off the front
panel POWER switch. The batteries must be charged or replaced (unless ac power is to be used) before
further operation of the instrument.
Voltage Regulators. The +165 V, +100 V, +8 V, and -8 V supplies are not individually adjustable. R6358
is used to adjust the +25 V supply to the correct output voltage. The +10 V regulator provides a 10 volt
reference for the +5 V and -5 V regulators.
The 5.1 V zener diode, VR7417, is used in a bridge configuration to provide a reference voltage for the +10
V supply. R6518, R6513, R6413, and R6514 are part of this bridge network. The bridge outputs are fed into
operational amplifier U6515, which drives series regulator Q6427. Zener diode VR6419 is used as a start-up
circuit. Capacitor C6416 provides additional power supply filtering. In order to reduce the energy or power
losses, Q6427 has only a 2 volt collector-to-emitter drop.
Q6331 is the series regulator for the +5 V power supply. The +5 V is referenced against the +10 V with
operational amplifier U6236. The output of U6326 drives the series regulator in an emitter-follower mode.
The -5 V power supply uses Q6227 as a series regulator. U6222 is used as a controlled current source and
the minus voltage connection (VEE) is connected to the base of the series regulator. The standing amplifier
current is shunted by R6222 and only the load fluctuations are used to control Q6227. R6223 is a current
limiter.
Control Logic (Schematic 5)
The Logic board is only used with the TEKTRONIX Y-T Chart Recorder. This board can be removed
without affecting the operation of the 1502. However, if this board is removed, the RECORD switch would
have to be connected to the Vertical board by connecting the cable from the RECORD switch to P28 on the
Vertical board.
The Logic board consists of pulse shaper, U5166A, U5166B, U5166C, and U5166D; binary counter U5147;
a horizontal correction network; Chart Recorder Logic for controlling the paper drive motor; sytlus heat; a Chart
Recorder power switch; and an anti-bounce record circuit. See Fig. 3-7 on Chart Recorder Logic.
Pulse Shaper. The Pulse Shaper is made up of U5166A, U5166B, U5166C and U5166D. When the paper
is moving, a square wave signal (CHART SPEED SENS) is generated by the holes in the paper passing
between a light-emitting diode and a photo-sensitive transistor. The resultant pulses are shaped to a clean
square wave by a Schmitt trigger circuit, U5166B and U5166C. The output signal is capacitor-coupled by
C5167 to one-shot multivibrator U5166A and U5166D. This one-shot produces an output signal at TP5145
(violet test point) which is a positive going pulse approximately 10 ms wide. This (clock) pulse is connected to
binary counter U5147; and to the end of the paper-sensitizer network, R5148.
Counter. The 7-stage binary counter is integrated circuit U5147. The binary outputs are connected to a
resistor ladder network, which forms a digital-to-analog converter. Outputs Q1 and Q7 are connected to AND
gate U5252B so that it recognizes the count number 65. Q2 clocks multivibrator U5127B at count 2. (The
signal from U5127B starts the slow ramp.)
Horizontal Correction Network. The Horizontal Correction network compares the output of the digital-to-
analog converter U5147 with the inverted slow ramp signal. U5227 inverts the slow ramp signal. The digital-to-
analog output and inverted slow ramp signal are connected to inverting amplifier U5117, which performs
summation and amplification simultaneously. This signal is fed to the Slow Ramp Generator by way of R5118
and will speed up or slow down the Slow Ramp Generator to synchronize it with the paper speed of the Strip
Chart Recorder.
Chart Recorder Logic. The logic control signal that is received through pin 2 of P53 is shaped into a
narrow impulse (negative going) by U5156B and U5156C. This impulse occurs at the trailing edge of the logic
control signal and latches bi-stable multivibrator U5252A and U5252C. Pin 9 of U5252A goes positive and
turns on Q5266, which pulls the motor control line to ground, causing the paper drive motor to start rotating.
The paper drive motor turns off at count 65 by U5252B. A second signal is capable of turning the motor off.
This occurs when the end of the paper is reached and the output from the pulse shaper is stopped. This causes
C5249 to discharge and unlatch the multivibrator.
The multivibrator is initally latched when the inverted control signal from pin 4 of U5156B charges C5249.
The impulse from pulse shaper U5166A and U5166D keeps C5249 charged. The multivibrator latch (output of
pin 10) disables the reset of the counter and turns Q5144 on. This locks out the logic control input line.
Stylus heat control comes from Q5239, which is turned on by flip-flop U5127A. This flip-flop is energized
by PEN LIFT signal from the Vertical board. The RETRACE signal turns the stylus heat off. This signal brings
the flip-flop back to its original state (where pin 1 is low). The "Q" output also controls the chart pen motor
power switch as well as providing the "J" input to flip-flop U5127B.
U5127 controls the start of the Slow Ramp Generator and controls the horizontal correction signal disable
network (Q5112). The Slow Ramp Generator starts when Q2 of the Counter goes high. The output "Q" of
U5127A resets U5127B to allow the Slow Ramp Generator to return to its original mode. The horizontal
correction disable network Q5112 is controlled by the signal from pin 14 of U5127B, through Q5114.
Q5226 will conduct only when the Strip Chart Recorder is plugged in. Q5237 and Q5229 act as a dc level
shift amplifier between flip-flop U5127B and the Slow Ramp Generator, which is on the Vertical board.
Chart Recorder Power Switch. The plus or minus 8 volts to drive the stylus movement is applied to the
Strip Chart Recorder through two electronic switches, Q5273 and Q5277. Q5179 parallels Q5273 to provide
more current in the +8 V line, These switches are driven by the same signal that is used to control stylus heat
switch Q5239. This signal is passed through Q5173 and. Q5279 to the switches.
Anti-Bounce Record. This circuit, consisting of U5156A and Q5156D, removes switching transients from
the RECORD switch. The output of this circuit goes to the Vertical board to control the X-Y Record Logic. The
Record Logic in turn provides the logic control signal that is received through pin 2 of P53 on the Logic board.
If the Logic board is removed from the TDR unit, the harmonica connector from the RECORD switch should be
connected to P28 on the Vertical board.
The X-Y Output Module provides an electrical interface between the 1502 and an external X-Y Chart
Recorder. Three signals, PEN LIFT, X Output, and Y Output are provided for use by the external Chart
Recorder. The switching mechanisms for the outputs are solid state devices, therefore care should be taken
when connecting loads to them. See the specification listed in the Specification section of this manual.
Pen Lift. The Pen Lift signal level changes when the RECORD switch is activated. The normal level is
either 0.0 V ±0.5 V or 5 V +0 or -1 V, depending on how the terminal link of the X-Y Output Module board is
connected (positive or negative slope, see Fig. 3-8). When the RECORD switch is activated, the level will
change from 0 V to 5 V or from 5 V to 0 V. The driving capability of this signal source is given in the
Specification section of this manual.
Diode CR7247 is used to clamp the negative voltage swing to -0.6 V. Q7242 provides the capabilities for
the operation of units with a positive pen lift or a ground return path.
X Output. The X output is directly proportional to the horizontal position of the crt beam along the crt face.
This signal is a ramp of approximately 20 seconds duration and raises at a rate of 0.1 V for each division of
horizontal travel across the crt. This 0.1 V per division scale factor is set by a voltage divider network
comprised of R7138, R7129 and R7122. C7132 is used to reduce noise. Source impedance is less than 13 K
(9.4 K minimum).
Y Output. The Y output is directly proportional to the vertical deflection on the crt. The scale factor (volts
output per division of crt deflection) is adjustable, from 0.09 V per division to 0.13 V per division (factory set for
0.1 V/div), by variable resistor R7225. The source impedance of this signal is less than 11 kΩ (8 kΩ minimum)
and is determined by R7234, R7224 and R7225. C7232 is used to reduce noise.
CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
The first part of this procedure checks the electrical characteristics of the 1502 that appear in the
Specification section of this manual. This procedure can also be used by an incoming inspection facility to
determine acceptability of performance. The second part of this section contains a detailed adjustment
procedure.
It is recommended that these elementary checks be performed before those in the DETAILED CHECKS
AND ADJUSTMENTS section; these checks will identify most conditions calling for troubleshooting and repair.
To aid in troubleshooting, the probable problem area(s) are given after each applicable step. Refer to the Block
Diagram and Schematics in Section 8 as an aid in locating components, test points and circuits.
Table 4-1.
TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Performance
Description Requirement Application Example
Precision 50 Ω Cable (2) Known length and Timing Tektronix part
impedance number 012-0482-00
Precision 50 Ω Known impedance Gain and impedance Tektronix part
Terminator checks number 011-0123-00
BNC female-to-female Calibration Tektronix part
adapter number 103-0028-00
BNC male-to-probe Calibration Tektronix part
adapter number 013-0130-00
BNC-to-GR adapter Known impedance Calibration/Performance Tektronix part
Check number 017-0064-00
GR short Low inductance Calibration/Performance Tektronix part
Check number 017-0087-00
Power Module Calibration TEKTRONIX TM 503
Power Module
Digital Multimeter 0-200 V dc Calibration TEKTRONIX DM 501
Time Mark Generator 5 µs to 10 µs markers Calibration TEKTRONIX TG 501
Pulse Generator 50 µs period Calibration TEKTRONIX PG 502
2.5 µs pulse
Var dc level
5 V pulse
1 X Probe Calibration TEKTRONIX P6101
4. Connect the probe adapter to the CABLE connector if the connector is the grounding type (grounded
CABLE connector used SN B040616 and up). Preset the POSITION and GAIN controls so the trace is on
screen and the amplitude is approximately 4 divisions. Adjust the FOCUS AND INTENSITY controls for a
clear, bright trace.
5. Adjust the GAIN control so that the total amplitude of the display is exactly 4 divisions. (If unable to
adjust the GAIN control properly, check the Gain Amplifier or Vertical Amplifier Circuits.)
6. Change the FEET/DIV control to 2 and the MULTIPLIER to X.1.
7. Turn the ZERO REF SET control counterclockwise to locate the pulse at center screen. Check for
correct waveform as shown in Fig. 4-1a. (If the display is not correct, check the sampling circuitry, avalanche
and Snap-off adjustments.) See adjustment procedure for case removal instructions.
8. Remove the probe adapter and connect the precision 50 Ω terminator (Tektronix Part No. 011-0123-
00) to the CABLE connector. Turn the GAIN control fully counterclockwise and note the amplitude of the pulse.
Turn the GAIN control fully clockwise. The amplitude should be 3.5 times greater than the amplitude with the
GAIN control fully counterclockwise. (Adjust the POSITION control as necessary.)
9. Set the mp/DIV control to200, the FEET/DIV control to 20 and the MULTIPLIER control to X1.
10. Adjust the ZERO REF SET control so that the pulse is at the center of the screen. Adjust the GAIN
control for exactly 5 divisions of amplitude.
11. Remove the 50 Ω terminator and connect the probe adapter to the CABLE connector (SN B040616 and
up). Change the mp/DIV control to 500. The amplitude of the pulse must be 4 divisions ± 0.12 division. If not,
the Vertical Amplifier circuit or Sampling circuit should be checked.
12. Set the FEET/DIV control to 1 and adjust the ZERO REF SET control so the leading edge of the
incident pulse is set on the vertical centerline.
13. Change the MULTIPLIER control to X.1. The leading edge of the incident pulse must be within 1
division of the vertical centerline. (If not, check the X.1 Position calibration (R1132), the Sampler Comparator,
or the Pulser Comparator.)
14. Attach the precision 50 Ω cable (Tektronix Part No. 012-0482-00) to the CABLE connector and change
the FEET/DIV control to 5. Adjust the ZERO REF SET control to locate the incident pulse on the graticule
reference line (as indicated by the arrow on the graticule line). The reflected pulse should be 6.3 divisions to
the right of the incident pulse ( 1 minor division).
15. Adjust the DISTANCE dial until the reflected pulse is located on the graticule reference line. The
DISTANCE dial should read 031.5 1 digit.
NOTE
When using the more sensitive ranges of the FEET/DIV control, the 0.3 foot
between the CABLE connector and the Sampler must be taken into
consideration or measurements will appear to be 0.3 feet too long.
Push the ZERO REF CHECK button; the incident pulse should return to the graticule reference line. If the
incident pulse does not return to the graticule reference line, adjust the ZERO REF SET control so that the
incident pulse is located on the graticule reference line. Release the ZERO, REF CHECK control and check
that the reflected pulse is located on the graticule reference line. Adjust the DISTANCE dial if necessary; it
must remain at 031.5 1 digit. (If the DISTANCE dial reading is incorrect or the ZERO REF CHECK control
does not work properly, check the Distance Offset, Fast Ramp, and Pulse Comparator circuitry.) Return the
DISTANCE dial to 000.
NOTE
To more accurately check the DISTANCE dial, a known length of Solid
Polyethylene (Vp = 0.66) cable (1000 to 1600 feet) should be used.
16. Change the FEET/DIV control to 20, the MULTIPLIER control to X1, and the mp/DIV control to 200.
Adjust the ZERO REF SET control so that the reflected pulse is located exactly on the 8th graticule line from
the left-hand edge of the graticule.
17. Adjust the DISTANCE dial to locate the reflected pulse on each graticule line. The DISTANCE dial
should read as follows: (If not, check the Distance Offset, Fast Ramp circuitry, and Sweep Inverter.)
Graticule Line Distance Dial Reading
8 000
7 020 0.9
6 040 1.3
5 060 1.7
4 080 2.1
3 100 2.5
2 120 2.9
1 140 3.3
0 160 3.7
18. Return the DISTANCE dial to 000, change the MULTIPLIER control to X.1 and repeat the above step.
19. Push the SOLID PTFE button in, do not readjust the ZERO REF SET control and adjust the DISTANCE
dial so that the reflected pulse is located on the 0 graticule line. The DISTANCE dial should read between
164.1 and 171.9. Push in the OTHER button (VAR control must be fully cw) and locate the reflected pulse on
the 0 graticule line with the DISTANCE dial. The DISTANCE dial should read between 234.7 and 245.3. (If
not, check the Sweep Inverter circuit.) Return the DISTANCE dial - to 000 when this step is completed.
20. Change the FEET/DIV control to 1, the MULTI PLIER control to X1, disconnect the precision 50 Ω
cable from the CABLE connector, and connect the precision 50 Ω terminator to the CABLE connector. Adjust
the ZERO REF SET control to locate the pulse on the graticule center. Adjust the POSITION control to center
the pulse on the graticule.
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21. Check that the jitter is not greater than 0.1 division (200 ps). See Fig. 4-2.
22. Change the MULTIPLIER control to X.1 and adjust the ZERO REF SET control to locate the pulse on
the graticule center. Check that the jitter is not greater than 0.2 division (40 ps). (If jitter is not correct, the
tunnel diode, CR1703, or Pulse Generator circuitry may be faulty, or the problem could be due to noise from
the Sweep Inverter or the Fast Ramp.)
23. Change the mp/DIV control to 50, and turn the POSITION control counterclockwise to display the top of
the trace on the graticule, then with the DISTANCE control set to 000 adjust the ZERO REF SET control to
locate the pulse on the reference graticule line.
24. Set the DISTANCE control to 500 and adjust the POSITION controls to center the trace on the
graticule, then return the DISTANCE dial to 000.
25. While viewing the trace, adjust the DISTANCE dial from 000 to 100. The trace aberrations must
remain within 1 division of the centerline ( 5% peak aberrations for the first 10 feet). See Fig. 4-3.
26. Change the mp/DIV control to 5, set the DISTANCE dial to 500, recenter the trace, then return the
DISTANCE dial to 100.
27. While viewing the trace, adjust the DISTANCE dial from 100 to 999. The trace aberrations must
remain within 1 division of the centerline ( 0.5% peak beyond 10 feet).
28. Return the DISTANCE dial to 100 and push the NOISE FILTER button in. While viewing the trace,
adjust the DISTANCE dial from 100 to 999. The trace aberrations will typically be less than was observed in
the previous step. If there is a problem with aberrations or noise, Sampling Gate diode CR1732, tunnel diode
CR1703, or Lo Freq Comp R1657 are likely causes.
29. Release the NOISE FILTER button, return the DISTANCE dial to 000, and set the mp/DIV control to
200.
30. Remove the 50 Ω terminator from the CABLE connector. Install the GR to bnc adapter and the GR
short. Check that the reflected rise time of the pulse (fall time) is <0.7 divisions. (140 ps.)
The bnc shorted input is inductive and is not adequate for the reflected rise time (fall time) measurement.
Performance Checks-Option 5, Metric Version (Continue with Stop 59 for Standard Version)
31. Set the front panel controls as follows:
INTENSITY Fully cw
ZERO REF Fully cw
POSITION Midrange
mp/DIV 500
DISTANCE 000
NOISE FILTER Out
METRES/DIV 50
X1/X.1 X1
CABLE DIELECTRIC
SOLID POLY In
SOLID PTFE Out
Other Out
VAR Fully cw
NOTE
To more accurately check the DISTANCE dial, a known length of Solid
Polyethylene (VP = 0.66) cable (up to 1500 feet) should be used.
44. Change the METRES/DIV control to 5, the MULTIPLIER control to X1 and the mp/DIV control to 200.
Adjust the ZERO REF SET control so that the reflected pulse is located exactly on the 8th graticule line from
the left-hand edge of the graticule.
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45. Adjust the DISTANCE dial to locate the reflected pulse on each graticule line. The DISTANCE dial
should read as follows: (If not, check the Distance Offset, Fast Ramp circuitry, and Sweep Inverter.)
Graticule Line Distance Dial Reading
8 000
7 005 0.6
6 010 0.7
5 015 ± 0.8
4 020 0.9
3 025 1.0
2 030 1.1
1 035 1.2
0 040 1.3
46. Return the DISTANCE dial to 000, change the MULTIPLIER control to X.1 and repeat the above step.
47. Push the SOLID PTFE button in and adjust the DISTANCE dial so that the reflected pulse is located on
the 0 graticule line. The DISTANCE should read between 40.7 and 43.3. Push in the OTHER button (VAR
control must be fully cw) and locate the reflected pulse on the 0 graticule line with the DISTANCE dial. The dial
should read between 58.3 and 61.7. (If not, check the Sweep Inverter circuit.) Return the DISTANCE dial to
000 when this step is completed.
48. Change the METRES/DIV control to .25, the MUTLIPLIER control to X1, disconnect the precision 50 Ω
cable from the CABLE connector, and connect the precision 50 Ω terminator to the CABLE connector. Adjust
the ZERO REF SET control to locate the pulse at the graticule center. Adjust the POSITION control to center
the pulse on the graticule.
49. Check that the jitter is not greater than 0.1 division (200 ps). See Fig. 4-2.
50. Change the MULTIPLIER control to X.1 and adjust the ZERO REF SET control to locate the pulse at
the graticule center. Check that the jitter is not greater than 0.2 division (40 ps). (If jitter is not correct, the
tunnel diode, CR1703, or Pulse Generator circuitry may be faulty or the problem could be due to noise from the
Sweep Inverter or the Fast Ramp.)
51. Change the mp/DIV control to 50 and turn the POSITION control counterclockwise to bring the top of
the trace on the graticule, then adjust the ZERO REF SET control to locate the pulse on the reference graticule
line.
52. Set the DISTANCE control to 250 and adjust the POSITION controls to center the trace on the
graticule; then return the DISTANCE dial to 000.
53. While viewing the trace, adjust the DISTANCE dial from 000 to 050. The trace aberrations must
remain within 1 division of the centerline (± 5% peak aberrations for first 3 metres.) See Fig. 4-3.
54. Change the mp/DIV control to 5, set the DISTANCE dial to 250, and recenter the trace; then return the
DISTANCE dial to 050.
55. While viewing the trace, adjust the DISTANCE dial from 050 to 250. The trace aberrations must
remain within 1 division of the centerline ( 0.5% peak beyond 10 feet).
56. Return the DISTANCE dial to 050 and push the NOISE FILTER button in. While viewing the trace,
adjust the DISTANCE dial from 050 to 250. The trace aberrations will typically be less than was observed in
the previous step. If there is a problem with aberrations or noise, Sampling Gate diode CR1732, tunnel diode
CR1703, or Lo Freq Comp R1657 are likely causes.
57. Release the NOISE FILTER button, return the DISTANCE dial to 000, and set the mp/DIV control to
200.
58. Remove the 50 Ω terminator from the CABLE connector. Install the GR to bnc adapter and the GR
short. Check that the reflected rise time of the pulse (fall time) is 40.875 divisions. See Fig. 4-4.
Trace Rotation
28. Set the mp/DIV control to 200.
29. Turn the ZERO REF SET fully clockwise and adjust the POSITION controls so that the trace is located
on the horizontal centerline.
30. Check-that the trace aligns with the horizontal centerline.
31. Adjust-R3143 (ROT) located on the OUTPUT AMPS board, so that the trace aligns with the horizontal
centerline.
Trace Geometry
32. Move the trace with the POSITION control so that it is located 3 divisions below the horizontal
centerline.
33. Check-that the trace aligns with the graticule line within 0.1 division.
34. Move the trace with the POSITION controls so that it is located 3 divisions above the horizontal
centerline.
35. Check-that the trace aligns with the graticule line within 0.1 division.
36. Adjust-R3248 (GEO) located on the OUTPUT AMPS board, for the least bow in the two positions; 3
divisions above and 3 divisions below the horizontal centerline.
37. Recheck the trace rotation and focus.
NOTE
If the unit is only being checked and not calibrated, or if the unit is to be used
with the optional chart recorder, do not perform the following Horizontal Gain
Presets procedure. Instead, turn to the standard version Timing procedure
beginning with step 43.
NOTE
Once the horizontal gain has been set, do not change it (Timing, standard
version; for metric version Timing, proceed to step 62).
Timing
43. Connect the Marker Out of the TG 501 through a coaxial cable and a 10X attenuator to the CABLE
connector of the 1502; also, connect a coaxial cable from the TG 501 + Trigger Out to the PG 502
Trig/Duration Input.
(e). Set the FEET/DIV to 5, set the TG 501 to 10 ns and check that when the first time mark is aligned
with the first graticule line, the eleventh time mark is 0 to 0.4 division to the left of the eleventh graticule line.
(f). Set the FEET/DIV to 2 and check that when the first time mark is aligned with the first graticule
line, the fifth time mark is 0 to 0.4 division to the left of the eleventh graticule line.
NOTE
The timing gets difficult to read because of noise at these sensitivities.
Try pressing the NOISE FILTER button to aid resolution.
(g). Set the FEET/DIV to 1 and check that when the first time mark is aligned with the first graticule
line, the third time mark is 0 to 0.4 division to the left of the eleventh graticule line.
(h). Release the NOISE FILTER button if it is pushed in.
(i). Set the FEET/DIV to 100, set the FEET/DIV multiplier to X.1, and set the TG 501 to 20 ns. Check
that when the first time mark is aligned with the first graticule line, the eleventh time mark is 0 to 0.4 division to
the left of the eleventh graticule line.
49. Adjust-C1332 (X.1 CAL) located on the MAIN board, so the eleventh time mark is 0.2 division to the left
of the eleventh graticule line when the first time mark is aligned with the first graticule line.
50. (a). Set the FEET/DIV to 200, set the TG 501 to 50 ns and check that when the first time mark is
aligned with the first graticule line, the ninth time mark is O to 0.4 division to the left of the eleventh graticule
line. Move the time marks by slight adjustment of the PG 502 Output (Volts).
(b). Set the FEET/DIV to 100 and set the TG 501 to .1 µs. Turn the DISTANCE dial fully
counterclockwise. Use the PG 502 Output (Volts) knob to set a time mark directly on a graticule line. Turn the
DISTANCE dial clockwise until the second time mark lines up with the same graticule line.
(c). Check-that the DISTANCE dial reads between 48.0 to 50.0 (480 to 500 X 0.1 ft). Alternately push
and release the ZERO REF CHECK button to make sure that the time marks are lined up on each other.
51. (a). Set the DISTANCE dial to 49.0 (490 X 0.1 ft).
(b). Adjust-R1315 (DISTANCE CAL) located on the MAIN board, for no movement of one time mark
while alternately pressing and releasing the ZERO REF CHECK button.
52. (a). Set the FEET/DIV multiplier to X1, set the TG 501 to 2,µs and set CABLE DIELECTRIC to SOLID
POLY.
(b). Check-for 6.33 to 6.61 divisions between markers (turn the DISTANCE dial as necessary to see
two markers).
(c). Set CABLE DIELECTRIC to SOLID PTFE.
(d). Check-for 6.72 to 7.0 divisions between markers (turn the DISTANCE dial as necessary to see two
markers).
53. Set CABLE DIELECTRIC to OTHER and turn CABLE DIELECTRIC VAR fully clockwise.
54. (a). Check-for 9.7 to 10 divisions between markers (turn the DISTANCE dial as necessary to see two
markers).
(b). Turn CABLE DIELECTRIC VAR fully counterclockwise.
(c). Check-for <5.5 divisions between markers.
(d). Return the CABLE DIELECTRIC VAR to fully clockwise position.
55. Turn off the 1502, remove all test equipment and reinstall U1575. Install the shield over the
pulser/sampler circuitry (install 12 screws). Return the instrument to normal viewing position.
56. Turn on the 1502 and set mp/DIV to 200, set the FEET/DIV to 1, set CABLE DIELECTRIC to AIR (all
buttons out), and adjust the DISTANCE dial to 000.
X.1 Positioning
57. Connect the precision 50 Ω terminator to the CABLE connector.
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58. Set the FEET/DIV multiplier to X1.
59. Set the incident pulse to a graticule reference line with the ZERO REF control, then set the FEET/DIV
multiplier to X.1.
60. Check-that the leading edge of the incident pulse is located within 1 division of the selected graticule
reference line.
61. Adjust-R1132 (X.1 POS CAL) located on the MAIN board, so that the leading edge of the incident pulse
is located on the selected graticule reference line. Repeat steps 58 through 60.
HORIZONTAL CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS-OPTION 5, METRIC VERSION
(See Step 38 for Standard Version)
Horizontal Gain Presets
NOTE
If the unit is only being checked and not calibrated, or if the unit is to be used
with the optional chart recorder, do not perform the following Horizontal Gain
Presets procedure. Instead, turn to the metric version Timing procedure
beginning with step 67.
62. Set the mp/DIV to 500.
63. Use the POSITION controls to center the trace on the graticule.
64. Set R3217 (HORIZ) located on the OUTPUT AMPS board, to the counterclockwise stop.
65. Adjust-R3213 (H POS) located on the OUTPUT AMPS board, to center the trace on the graticule.
66. Adjust-R3217 (HORIZ) so that the retrace at the start of the sweep is just off the graticule area and the
trace covers all 10 divisions of the graticule.
NOTE
Once the horizontal gain has been set, do not change it.
Timing
67. Connect the Marker Out of the TG 501 through a coaxial cable and a 10X attenuator to the CABLE
connector of the 1502; also connect the TG 501 Trigger Out to the Trig/Duration Input of the PG 502.
Turn the instrument POWER off. Turn the instrument upside down and remove the shield that covers the
pulser/sampler circuitry (remove 12 screws). Remove U1575 from its socket. In the following steps,
instructions are given on how to provide an external trigger to the 1502 (see Fig. 4-6).
68. Set the 1502 controls as follows:
mp/DIV 200
METRES/DIV 25 @ X1
DIELECTRIC AIR (all buttons out)
DISTANCE 000
69. Set the controls of the PG 502 Pulse Generator as follows:
Duration 50 µs
Variable Duration Fully ccw
Period Ext Trig
Low Level -1.5
High Level 2.5
Back Term Pull Out
All pushbuttons Out
70. Set the TG 501 Time Mark Generator for 0.5 us time marks. Connect a coaxial cable from the TG 501
+ Trigger Out to PG 502 Trig/Duration Input. Connect a 1X probe from the PG 502 Output to the Red test point
located near U1575. Connect a coaxial cable and a 10X attenuator from the TG 501 Marker Out to the CABLE
connector. Turn the instrument POWER on.
NOTE
The time marks must not exceed 0.85 V to keep the tunnel diode in the low
state.
71. (a). Obtain the waveform on the 1502 crt as shown in Fig. 4-9. Use the variable pulse amplitude
control of the PG 502 and the DISTANCE control of the 1502 to align the time marks with the crt graticule lines.
NOTE
If the instrument is to be used with the optional chart recorder, continue with the
remainder of this step. If the instrument is not to be used with a chart recorder,
proceed with step 72, part a.
Loop Gain
90. Set the FEET/DIV (METRES/DIV) to 20 (5), MULTIPLIER to X1, and mp/DIV to 200.
91. Connect the precision 50 Ω terminator (Tektronix Part No. 011-0123-00) to the CABLE connector.
92. Use the ZERO REF SET control to locate the pulse on the graticule. Use the POSITION controls as
necessary to locate the entire pulse step on the graticule.
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93. Adjust-the front-panel GAIN screwdriver control for a pulse amplitude of 5 divisions. (Adjust the
POSITION controls as necessary.)
94. (a). Set the FEET/DIV (METRES/DIV) to 200 (50).
(b). Check-that the rise of the pulse occurs within 0.1 division horizontally and there is a spike of ap-
proximately 0.2 division at the top corner of the pulse. See Fig. 4-11 for correct and incorrect displays.
95. (a). Adjust-R1543 (LOOP GAIN) located on the MAIN board so that the pulse is as described in the
previous step. See Fig. 4-11 for photos of correct and incorrect displays.
(b). Set the FEET/DIV (METRES/DIV) to 1 (.25), set the MULTIPLIER to.1, and set the CABLE DI
ELECTRIC to OTHER (VAR-fully cw). Use the ZERO REF and POSITION controls as necessary to locate the
pulse at graticule center.
(c). Remove the 50 Ω terminator from the CABLE connector. Install the GR to bnc adapter and the GR
short. Check that the reflected risetime of the pulse (fall time) is 0.7 division ( 0.875 division). See Fig. 4-12.
Noise
96. Set the mp/DIV to 5, turn the ZERO REF fully counterclockwise and adjust the POSITION controls so
the top of the trace is located on the horizontal centerline.
97. Check-that the peak-to-peak noise is not greater than 10 mp (2 divisions).
98. Push the NOISE FILTER button in and check that the peak-to-peak noise is less than 4 mp (0.8
division).
99. Change the FEET/DIV (METRES/DIV) control to 20 (5). Turn ZERO REF fully clockwise.
100. Use the POSITION controls to set the bottom of the pulse at the horizontal centerline.
101. Check-that the peak-to-peak noise is less than 4 mp.
102. Release the NOISE FILTER button and check that the peak-to-peak noise is less than 10 mp.
103. Adjust--R1657 (LF COMP) located on the MAIN board, for the lowest possible peak-to-peak noise, then
repeat steps 96 through 102 above.
DC Balance
104. Set the mp/DIV to 100.
105. Connect the precision cable from the CABLE connector, to the female adapter, to the 50 Ω terminator.
Use the POSITION controls to locate the base of the pulse at the horizontal centerline.
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114. Move the test lead from R2229 to X-Y OUTPUT MODULE CHECKS AND
R2326 (see Fig. 4-13). The DVM should read ADJUSTMENTS
0.400 0.008 volt.
Pen Lift Signal
115. Move the test lead from R2326 to
R2325 (see Fig. 4-13). The DVM should read 1. Set the Digital Multimeter
0.199 0.004 volt. RANGE/FUNCTION control to 20 on the DC
VOLTS scale.
116. Move the test lead from R2325 to
R2323 (see Fig. 4-13). The DVM should read 2. Turn the 1502 upright.
0.0991 ±0.002 volt.
3. Place the terminal connection link of the
117. Move the test lead from R2323 to OUTPUT MODULE board on the negative slope
R2322 (see Fig. 4-13). The DVM should read terminals (see Fig. 4-14).
0.0405 0.0008 volt.
4. Connect the lead from the DVM HI terminal
118. Move the test lead from R2322 to to the X- Y OUTPUT MODULE PEN LIFT red
R2321 (see Fig. 4-13). The DVM should read terminal and the lead from the DVM LO terminal to
0.0200 ±0.0004 volt. the X-Y OUTPUT MODULE PEN LIFT black
terminal.
119. Move the test lead from R2321 to
R2228 (see Fig. 4-13). The DVM should read 5. Check-that the DVM shows approximately
0.0100 ±0.0002 volt. 5 volts.
120. Remove the test leads from the 1502 6. Momentarily push the RECORD switch to
and turn the ZERO REF control fully RECORD, then release the switch. Check that the
counterclockwise. If R1659 (DC BAL) was adjusted voltage goes to +0.5 volt or less and returns to
during step 113, repeat steps 104 through 107. approximately 5 volts at the end of the sweep.
7. Move the terminal connection link to the
positive slope terminals on the X-Y OUTPUT
MODULE board.
8. Check-that the DVM reads approximately
0.5 V. volt.
9. Push the RECORD switch to RECORD and
check that the DVM reads 4 volts or greater, then
returns to approximately 0.5 volt at the end of the
sweep.
X OUTPUT
15. Move the test leads to the X terminals.
16. Press the RECORD switch.
17. Check-that the voltage reads from 0 to 1 V (100 mV/div) as the dot moves across the screen.
NOTE
If the screws are tightened more than 8 inch-pounds, the case may crack. If the
screws are not tightened equally to the required torque, the watertight integrity of
the case may be compromised.
8. Place the battery pack in its compartment and tighten the 2 screws (finger tight is sufficient).
9. Place the power cord and the rest of the accessories in the front cover storage compartment and latch
it closed.
10. Place the front cover over the front cover panel and close the latches.
NOTE
For detailed sealing instructions, see the Maintenance instructions in Section 5.
NOTE
It is recommended that the 1502 be serviced at a Tektronix Service Center. The
instrument should be serviced by a technician skilled in sampling and pulse
techniques.
This section of the manual provides information used for preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance,
and troubleshooting the 1502. The physical location of all circuit components on the circuit boards are shown
on the circuit diagram pullouts.
Preventive Maintenance
Preventive maintenance consists of cleaning, visual inspection, lubrication, etc. Preventive maintenance
performed on a regular basis will help improve the reliability of the instrument. The severity of the environment
to which the 1502 is subjected determines the frequency of needed maintenance. A convenient time to
perform preventive maintenance is preceding recalibration of the instrument.
Cleaning
Accumulation of dirt in the instrument can cause overheating and component breakdown. Dirt on
components acts as an insulating blanket and prevents efficient heat dissipation. It also provides an electrical
conduction path.
Interior. The 1502 construction protects the interior of the instrument from dust.
The interior of the 1502 should not normally require cleaning unless the unit has been left with the front
cover removed and the plug-in compartment empty. The best way to clean the interior is to blow off the
accumulated dust with low-pressure air. Remove any dirt that remains with a soft brush or a cloth dampened
with a mild detergent and water solution. A cotton-tipped applicator is useful for cleaning in narrow spaces on
circuit boards.
NOTE
To remove the instrument cabinet, see Preliminary Procedure at the beginning of
the Calibration procedure. When the cabinet is removed, the watertight feature
may be compromised when the case is reinstalled. See the instructions at the
end of the Calibration procedure on replacing the case on the 1502. Detailed
parts replacement instructions are contained at the end of this section.
CAUTION
Avoid the use of chemical cleaning agents which might damage the plastics used
in this instrument. Avoid chemicals which contain benzene, toluene, xylene,
acetone or similar solvents.
Exterior. The cabinet exterior can be washed with soap and water and rinsed with clear water. Loose dust
accumulated on the front panel is best removed with a small brush or a soft cloth dampened with a mild
detergent and water solution. Abrasive cleaners should not be used on the front panel.
CRT Implosion Shield. The face of the crt can be cleaned by using ISOPROPHYL ALCOHOL applied
and wiped very gently dry with KENDALL"NEBRIL" non-woven wipes.
Lubrication
The reliability of potentiometers, switches and other moving parts can be maintained if they are kept
properly lubricated. However, too much lubricant is as detrimental as too little lubricant. A lubrication kit
containing the necessary lubricants and instructions is available from Tektronix, Inc.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following information is provided to help in troubleshooting the 1502. Information contained in other
sections of this manual should be used along with the following information to aid in locating the defective
component(s). An understanding of the circuit operation is helpful in locating troubles. See the Circuit
Description section for information.
Troubleshooting Aids
Diagrams. Circuit diagrams and corresponding circuit board layouts are located on foldout pages at the
rear of the manual. Section 7 contains the Electrical Parts List. From these schematics and parts lists, the
component number, location, electrical characteristics and Tektronix, Inc. part number can be cross-
referenced. The components that are located on the front panel are shown on the circuit diagrams with their
front-panel titles enclosed in a block. Additional aids for troubleshooting can be found in the Calibration section
of this manual.
NOTE
All screw fasteners used on circuit boards, on or near a cam switch, should be
tightened to no more than 3 inch-pounds using a torque-limiting screwdriver.
Power Supply Boards
1. Remove the four screws.
2. Remove the pin connectors to P1, P2, and P3 near the rear edge of the board.
3. Carefully lift the rear of the board until the pin connectors underneath come into view.
4. Remove the pin connectors from the bottom of the board and lift it out of the chassis.
HV Board
1. Remove the Power Supply board following the previous procedure.
WARNING
2. Discharge the possible 2 kV potential by placing a short between point A, Fig. 5-3 and ground. This
point is accessible by removing the Battery Pack and turning the 1502 upside down.
3. Remove the pin connectors.
4. Remove the four screws holding the board in the chassis.
5. Lift the HV board out of the chassis.
Power Transformer
1. Remove the Power Supply and the HV boards from the chassis using the previous procedures.
2. Unsolder the two leads on the bottom of the Power Transformer.
3. Remove the four bolts holding the transformer in place. The ground wire and lug on the bottom will
come off when the bolt and nut are removed.
4 Lift the Power Transformer out of the chassis.
Power Cord Conductor Identification
Conductor Color Alternate Color
Ungrounded (Line) Brown Black
Grounded (Neutral) Blue White
Grounding (Earthing) Green-Yellow Green-Yellow
Output Amplifier Board
1. Remove the four pin connectors from the top of the Output Amps board.
2. Remove the four screws holding the board in the chassis.
3. Lift the board out of the hole in the side of the chassis.
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WARNING
Use care when handling a crt. Protective clothing and safety glasses should be worn. Avoid striking it on
any object which might cause it to crack or implode. When storing a crt, place it in a protective carton or set it
face down in a protected location on a smooth surface with a soft mat under the faceplate to protect it from
scratches.
CAUTION
When the 1502 is wired for 230 V ac, be sure that the plug is installed on the ac
cable and that the proper fuses are installed. Refer to the Electrical Parts list.
REPACKAGING FOR SHIPMENT
If the Tektronix instrument is to be shipped to a Tektronix Service Center for service or repair, attach a tag
showing: owner (with address) and the name of an individual at your firm that can be contacted. Include
complete instrument serial number and a description of the service required.
Save and re-use the package in which your instrument was shipped. If the original packaging is unfit for
use or not available, repackage the instrument as follows:
Surround the instrument with polyethylene sheeting to protect the finish of the instrument. Obtain a carton
of corrugated cardboard of the correct carton strength and having inside dimensions of no less than six
inches more than the instrument dimensions. Cushion the instrument by tightly packing three inches of
dunnage or urethane foam between carton and instrument, on all sides. Seal carton with shipping tape or
industrial stapler.
SEALING PROCEDURES
NOTE
In the following assembly steps, the part being discussed is identified by its location in the Mechanical Parts List
(MPL) of the Instruction Manual for the 1502. Example, in Step 1 the Front Subpanel is being discussed. In the
1502 manual, the part is listed in the MPL under Fig. & Index No. 3-26.
2. Install the Holder for the Battery Level Indicator in the Subpanel
6. Installation of rubber seals in two grooves located on the outer (see Figs. 5-5 and 5-6) edges of the
front and rear sides of the Subpanel
7. Install the implosion shield and its retainer on the Subpanel (see Figs. 5-5 and 5-7)
1. Clean the retainer and the implosion shield mounting area of the Subpanel with acetone.
2. Remove the protective paper from the implosion shield.
3. Position the shield on the Subpanel and form a continuous bead of No. 3144 sealant, approximately
.090 inch in diameter, around the shield/Subpanel interface.
4. Position the retainer over the bead of sealant and press into place.
Figure 5-6. Rubber Seals, edge sealing for subpanel. Figure 5-7. Detail of implosion shield sealing.
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NOTE
1. Pressing the retainer should cause some of the sealant to appear outside the retainer area, see Fig. 5-7.
Failure of the sealant to appear at any point around the retainer is an indication of inadequate sealing.
2. When performing this step, assure that the shield makes flush contact with the subpanel, see Fig. 5-7.
5. After a curing time of approximately 4 hours, use a small wooden dowel, such as a Q-tip handle, and
remove the excess sealant that is visible between the shield and retainer.
b. Procedure
2. Coat mating surface of panel with No. 1204 primer. Allow 2 hours curing time.
b. Procedure
Figure 5-8. Front Panel, Identification of Parts For Assembly Step 8 Through 26.
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Figure 5-9. Detail of Plug-In Compartment seal. Figure 5-10. Detail of BNC Connector and Washer.
Be sure seal is bonded securely to edge of panel as well as rear surface of panel.
10. Bonding of washer to BNC type connector that is located on the Main Circuit Board Assembly (see Fig. 5-
10)
a. CONNECTOR, RECEPTACLE MPL Item 2-125.
b. WASHER, FLAT SPONGE. MPL Item 2-111
c. Procedure
1. Clean mating surfaces of BNC Connector and Washer with acetone. Allow to dry.
2. Apply No. 1204 Primer to mating surface of BNC connector. Allow 2 hour curing time.
3. Coat mating surface of washer with No. 3144 sealant.
4. Assemble washer on BNC connector.
11. Install pushbuttons and their shaft assemblies (see Fig. 5-11)
a. PUSHBUTTONS MPL Item 2-8; MPL Item 2-9; MPL Item 2-10; MPL Item 2-11.
b. EXTENSION SHAFT MPL 2-1114, (4 ea.).,
c. Procedure
1. Clean the mating surfaces of each shaft with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Insert the shafts into the pushbutton seals. See Fig. 5-11.
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Do not overtighten.
15. Install Fuseholder Caps (see Fig. 5-14)
a. WASHERS MPL Item 2-25.
b. Procedure
1. Clean washers and Fuseholder Caps with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Apply No.3144 sealant to one surface of a washer and place the washer in one of the Fuseholder
Caps. Repeat for the other washer and cap.
Figure 5-12. Detail of Subpanel screwhole sealing. Figure 5-13. Detail of Fuseholder installation.
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Figure 5-14. Detail of Fuseholder Caps. Figure 5-16. Alignment of Battery Meter
3. Insert the caps is the Fuseholders and press to ensure the washers are fully seated.
4. Remove the caps, inspect, and remove any excess sealant.
5. Apply a film of G-661 lubricant to exposed surface of washer.
6. Insert fuse (see Electrical Parts list for correct value) into cap and install cap with fuse in the
Fuseholder.
16. Install Battery Meter (see Figs. 5-15 and 5-16)
a. METER MPL Item 2-53.
Figure 5-15. Application of sealant to Battery Meter. Figure 5-17. Application of sealant to FOCUS
and INTENSITY controls.
b. Procedure
1. Apply a thin bead of No. 3144 sealant to the junction of the bezel and meter canister (see Fig. 5-15).
2. Install Meter in Front Panel with markings aligned as shown in Fig. 5-16.
17. Install the FOCUS and INTENSITY controls (see Fig. 5-17)
a. RESISTOR, VARIABLE (2 ea.). MPL Item 2-38 and Item 2-41
These two variable resistors are used for FOCUS and INTENSITY control and are listed in the Electrical Parts
list.
b. Procedure
1. Unscrew the bushing part of the resistor assembly and pack the barrel/shaft interface with G-661
lubricant.
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20. Install the ZERO REFERENCE control in the Front Panel (see Figs. 5-21 and 5-22)
a. RESISTOR, VARIABLE MPL Item 2-27.
This variable resistor is listed in the Electrical Parts list.
b. Procedure
1. Form a bead of No. 3144 sealant around the threads of the bushing as shown in Fig. 5-21.
2. Flatten or remove the anti-rotation lug on the resistor housing.
3. Install nut as shown in Fig. 5-22.
4. Form a bead of No. 3144 sealant around the nut/bushing interface.
5. Use attaching hardware and install resistor in Front Panel.
21. Install the Record control (see Figs. 5-23, 5-24, and 5-25)
a. SWITCH, TOGGLE MPL Item 2-20.
b. CAP, TOGGLE SWITCH, SEAL MPL Item 2-21.
c. Procedure
1. Form a bead of No. 3144 sealant around the bushing/switch body interface as shown in Fig. 5-23.
2. Install nut that was supplied with the switch, as shown in Fig. 5-24.
3. Form a bead of No. 3144 sealant around the bushing/nut interface as shown in Fig. 5-24.
4. Use attaching hardware and install the toggle switch in the Front Panel.
5. Install the cap-seal on the toggle switch (see Fig. 5-25).
22. Install the VAR control and the GAIN control (see Figs. 5-26 and 5-27)
a. RESISTOR, VARIABLE
MPL Item 2-16 (VAR control; MPL Item 2-33 (GAIN control).
Figure 5-22. Application of sealant to ZERO Figure 5-23. Application of sealant to RECORD
REFERENCE control bushing. toggle-switch bushing.
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Figure 5-24. Application of sealant to RECORD Figure 5-.25. Installation of rubber Cap-Seal on
toggle-switch nut. RECORD togle-switch.
Figure 5-26. Application of sealant to the GAIN or Figure 5-27. Application of sealant to the GAIN
the 0-dB SET control bushing. or the 0-dB SET control bushing.
b. Procedure
1. Partially unscrew Hex spacer nut and form a bead of No. 3144 sealant around the bushing threads as
shown in Fig. 5-26.
2. Re-tighten the Hex spacer nut.
3. Pack the Shaft/Threaded Bushing interface with G-661 lubricant as shown in Fig. 5-27.
4. Form a bead of No. 3144 sealant on the end of the Hex spacer nut as shown in Fig. 5-27.
5. Install the resistor in the Front Panel.
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1. Install washer and nut on BNC connector. Tighten nut to a torque reading of 20 ± 3 inch-pounds.
2. Install Main Circuit Board holding screws.
26. Install Power Switch Shaft Into Front Panel (see Fig. 5-29)
a. EXTENSION-SHAFT MPL Item 2-14.
b. BUSHING MPL Item 2-15.
c. Procedure
1. Insert the bushing into the Power Switch Seal that was previously installed in the Front Panel.
2. Apply G-661 lubricant to the detent area of the Power Switch Shaft.
3. Install as shown in Fig. 5-29.
27. Installation of the POSITION knob and the FINE POSITION knob (see Figs. 5-30 and 5-31)
a. KNOB, POSITION MPL Item 2-4.
b. KNOB, FINE POSITION MPL Item 2-2.
c. Procedure
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Figure 5-30. Lubrication of POSITION control knob. Figure 5-31. Installation of knob on shaft..
Figure 5-32. Lubrication of ZERO REFERENCE Figure 5-33. Installation of knob on ZERO
knob. REFERENCE control.
2. Assembly the POSITION knob and the FINE POSITION knob on the control shafts as shown in Fig.
5-31.
28. Installation of the ZERO REFERENCE knob and the zero reference CHECK pushbutton (see Figs.5-
32 and 5-33)
a. KNOB, ZERO REFERENCE MPL Item 2-4 (same as FINE POSITION knob).
b. PUSHBUTTON MPL Item 2-3.
c. Procedure
1. Apply G-661 lubricant to the ZERO REFERENCE knob as shown in Fig. 5-32.
2. Assemble the knob and pushbutton on the control shafts as shown in Fig. 5-33.
3. Actuate the pushbutton several times. Remove any excess lubricant.
29. Install the FOCUS and INTENSITY knobs (see Fig. 5-34)
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2. Install the knobs on the shafts of the FOCUS and INTENSITY controls.
30. Watertight sealing procedures for the Battery Pack (see Figs. 5-35 and 5-36)
31. Watertight sealing procedures for the Front Panel jacks of the X-Y Output Module, 016-0606-00 (see
Fig. 5-37)
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Figure 5-37. Detail of front panel jacks. Figure 5-38. Detail of X-Y Module thumbscrews
32. Preparation of the Thumbscrews that are used for securing the X-Y Output Module (see Fig. 5-38)
1. Insert one of the Pins (shaft) through the Front Panel and Subpanel.
2. Apply G-661 lubricant to the O-ring.
3. Position the O-ring on the shaft as shown in Fig. 5-38.
4. Place the knob on the shaft and tighten the setscrew.
5. Repeat procedure for the second thumbscrew.
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33. Attach Latch Assemblies (2 ea.) to the Front Cover (See Fig. 5-39)
1. Clean mating surfaces of Front Cover and Latch Assembly with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Apply No. 3144 sealant to the two screw-holes in each Latch Assembly as shown in Fig. 5-39.
3. Attach the two Latch Assemblies to the Front Cover.
REMINDER: Don't forget to lubricate surfaces of rubber seals around edge of subpanel with G-661 lubricant
before installing instrument in cabinet and attaching front cover.
MATERIALS
252-0199-00 Dow Corning No. 3140 This RTV agent is used where the
Coating application requires a sealant more
fluid than the No. 3144 sealant.
(Allow 24 hours curing time.)
006-0315-00
Dow Corning No. 4 Sili- This compound is used in the
cone Dielectric Compound Battery Pack assembly.
006-2475-00 Dow Corning No. 1204 Primer Used as a primer for No. 3144 sealant
applications.
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OPTIONS
Option 76 P7 Phosphor
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REPLACEABLE
ELECTRICAL PARTS
Replacement parts are available from or through your local Tektronix, Inc. Field Office or representative.
Changes to Tektronix instruments are sometimes made to accommodate improved components as they
become available, and to give you the benefit of the latest circuit improvements developed in our engineering
department. It is therefore important, when ordering parts, to include the following information in your order:
Part number, instrument type or number, serial number, and modification number if applicable.
If a part you have ordered has been replaced with a new or improved part, your local Tektronix, Inc. Field
Office or representative will contact you concerning any change in part number.
ITEM NAME
In the Parts List, an Item Name is separated from the description by a colon (:). Because of space
limitations, an Item Name may sometimes appear as incomplete. For further Item Name identification, the
U.S. Federal Cataloging Handbook H6-1 can be utilized where possible.
ABBREVIATIONS
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0000M SONY/TEKTRONIX CORPORATION P O BOX 14, HANEDA AIRPORT TOKYO 149, JAPAN
00853 SANGAMO ELECTRIC CO., S. CAROLINA DIV. P.O. BOX 128 PICKENS, SC 29671
01121 ALLEN-BRADLEY COMPANY 1201 2ND STREET SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53204
01295 TEXAS INSTRUMENTS, INC.
SEMICONDUCTOR GROUP P.O. BOX 5012 DALLAS, TX 75222
02735 RCA CORPORATION, SOLID STATE DIVISION ROUTE 202 SOMERVILLE, NY 08876
03508 GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, SEMI-CONDUCTOR
PRODUCTS DEPARTMENT ELECTRONICS PARK SYRACUSE, NY 13201
03888 KDI PYROFILM CORPORATION 60 S JEFFERSON ROAD WHIPPANY, NJ 07981
04222 AVX CERAMICS, DIVISION OF AVX CORP. P O BOX 867 MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29577
04713 MOTOROLA, INC., SEMICONDUCTOR PROD. DIV. 5005 E MCDOWELL RD,PO BOX 20923 PHOENIX, AZ 85036
07263 FAIRCHILD SEMICONDUCTOR, A DIV. OF
FAIRCHILD CAMERA AND INSTRUMENT CORP. 464 ELLIS STREET MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94042
07716 TRW ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS, IRC FIXED
RESISTORS, BURLINGTON DIV. 2850 MT. PLEASANT BURLINGTON, IA 52601
09353 C AND K COMPONENTS, INC. 103 MORSE STREET WATERTOWN, MA 02172
12697 CLAROSTAT MFG. CO., INC. LOWER WASHINGTON STREET DOVER, NH 03820
14099 SEMTECH CORP. 652 MITCHELL RD. NEWBURY PARK, CA 91320
14552 MICRO SEMICONDUCTOR CORP. 2830 E FAIRVIEW ST. SANTA ANA, CA 92704
14752 ELECTRO CUBE INC. 1710 S. DEL MAR AVE. SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
14936 GENERAL INSTRUMENT CORP., SEMICONDUCTOR
PRODUCTS GROUP P.O. BOX 600,600 W. JOHN ST. HICKSVILLE, NY 11802
15238 ITT SEMICONDUCTORS, A DIVISION OF INTER
NATIONAL TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH CORP. P.O. BOX 168, 500 BROADWAY LAWRENCE, MA 01841
17856 SILICONIX, INC. 2201 LAURELWOOD DRIVE SANTA CLARA, CA 95054
19396 ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS, INC. PAKTRON DIV. 900 FOLLIN LANE, SE VIENNA, VA 22180
22229 SOLITRON DEVICES, INC.,
SEMICONDUCTOR GROUP 8808 BALBOA AVENUE SAN DIEGO OPERS, CA
92123
24138 INTERNATIONAL ELECTRONIC CORP. 316 S SERVICE RD,HUNTINGTON STA MELVILLE, L.I., NY 11746
24546 CORNING GLASS WORKS, ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS DIVISION 550 HIGH STREET BRADFORD, PA 16701
24931 SPECIALITY CONNECTOR CO., INC. 2620 ENDRESS PLACE GREENWOOD, IN 46142
27014 NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR CORP. 2900 SEMICONDUCTOR DR. SANTA CLARA, CA 95051
32997 BOURNS, INC., TRIMPOT PRODUCTS DIV. 1200 COLUMBIA AVE. RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
50101 GHZ DEVICES, INC. 16 MAPLE ROAD SOUTH CHELMSFORD,MA
01824
51642 CENTRE ENGINEERING INC. 2820 E COLLEGE AVENUE STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
55112 PLESSEY CAPACITORS, DIV. OF PLESSEY INC. 5334 STERLING CENTER DR. WEST LAKE VILLAGE, CA
91361
56289 SPRAGUE ELECTRIC CO. 87 MARSHALL ST. NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247
59660 TUSONIX INC. 2155 N FORBES BLVD TUCSON, AZ 85705
59821 CENTRALAB INC 7158 MERCHANT AVE EL PASO, TX 79915
SUB NORTH AMERICAN PHILIPS CORP
71400 BUSSMAN MFG., DIVISION OF MCGRAW-
EDISON CO. 2536 W. UNIVERSITY ST. ST. LOUIS, MO 63107
71590 CENTRALAB ELECTRONICS, DIV. OF
GLOBE-UNION, INC. P O BOX 858 FORT DODGE, IA 50501
72982 ERIE TECHNOLOGICAL PRODUCTS, INC. 644 W. 12TH ST. ERIE, PA 16512
73138 BECKMAN INSTRUMENTS, INC., HELIPOT DIV. 2500 HARBOR BLVD. FULLERTON, CA 92634
75915 LITTELFUSE, INC. 800 E. NORTHWEST HWY DES PLAINES, IL 60016
80009 TEKTRONIX, INC. P O BOX 500 BEAVERTON, OR 97077
80031 ELECTRA-MIDLAND CORP., MEPCO DIV. 22 COLUMBIA ROAD MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960
90201 MALLORY CAPACITOR CO., DIV. OF 3029 E. WASHINGTON STREET
P.R. MALLORY AND CO., INC. P. O. BOX 372 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46206
91637 DALE ELECTRONICS, INC. P. O. BOX 609 COLUMBUS, NE 68601
93958 REPUBLIC ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 176 E 7TH STREET PATERSON, NJ 07524
95275 VITRAMON, INC. P O BOX 544 BRIDGEPORT, CT 06601
96733 SAN FERNANDO ELECTRIC MFG CO 1501 FIRST ST SAN FERNANDO, CA 91341
S3629 PANEL COMPONENTS CORP. 2015 SECOND ST. BERKELEY, CA 94170
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Tektronix Serial/Model No. Mfr
Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
A2 670-3009-01 B050000 B102647 CKT BOARD ASSY:VERTICAL AMPLUSLOW RAMP 80009 670-3009-01
A2 670-3009-02 B102648 B114112 CKT BOARD [Link] AMPUSLOW RAMP 80009 670-3009-02
A2 670-3009-03 B114113 CKT BOARD ASSY:VERTICAL AMPUSLOW RAMP 80009 670-3009-03
A3 670-3130-00 B010100 B099999 CKT BOARD ASSY:OUTPUT AMPLIFIER 80009 670-3130-00
A3 670-3130-02 B100000 B102647. CKT BOARD ASSY:OUTPUT AMPLIFIER 80009 670-3130-02
A3 670-3130-03 B102648 B113809 CKT BOARD ASSY:OUTPUT AMPLIFIER 80009 6703130-03
A1 (OPTION 5 ONLY)
A1 670-4338-01 B102648 CKT BOARD ASSY:MAIN 80009 670-4338-01
A1 (OPTION 5 ONLY)
A1 670-3008-00 B010100 B020394 CKT BOARD ASSY:MAIN 80009 670-3008-00
A1 670-3008-01 B020395 B029999 CKT BOARD ASSY:MAIN 80009 670-3008-01
A1 670-3008-02 B030000 B069999 CKT BOARD ASSY:MAIN 80009 670-3008-02
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Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
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Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
A2 6703009-00 B010100 B049999 CKT BOARD ASSY:VERTICAL AMPLISLOW RAMP 80009 6703009-00
A2 6703009-01 B050000 B102647 CKT BOARD ASSY:VERTICAL AMPUSLOW RAMP 80009 6703009-01
A2 6704009-02 B102648 CKT BOARD ASSY:VERTICAL AMPUSLOW RAMP 80009 670-3009-02
C2137 2O3-0000-00 CAP.,FXD,CER DI:0.001UF,+100-0%,500V 59660 831610YSU0102P
C2138 290-0530-0 CAP.,FXD,ELCTLT:68UF,20%,6V 90201 TDC686M006NLF
C2146 283-0111-00 CAP.,FXD,CER DI:0.1UF,20%,50V 56289 273C11
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Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
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Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
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Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
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Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
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Ckt No. Part No. Eff Dscont Name & Description Code Mfr Part Number
A5 6703513-00 B010100 B029999 CKT BOARD ASSY:CHART RECORDER LOGIC 80009 670-3513-00
A5 670-3513-01 B030000 B102647 CKT BOARD ASSY:CHART RECORDER LOGIC 80009 6703513-01
A5 670-3513-02 B102648 CKT BOARD ASSY:CHART RECORDER LOGIC 80009 670-3513-02
C5116 283-0198-00 CAP.,FXD,CER DI:0.22UF,20%,50V 56289 1C10Z5U223M050B
C5117 283-0054-00 CAP.,FXD,CER DI:150PF,5%,200V 59660 855-535U2J0 151J
C5131 290-0524-00 B010100 B029999 CAP.,FXD,ELCTLT:4.7UF,20%,10V 90201 TDC475M010EL
Logic symbology is based on ANSI Y32.14-1973 in terms of positive logic. Logic symbols depict the logic function performed and may differ
from the manufacturer's data.
The overline on a signal name indicates that the signal performs its intended function when it is in the low state.
Other ANSI standards that are used in the preparation of diagrams by Tektronix, Inc. are:
Y14.15, 1966 Drafting Practices.
Y14.2, 1973 Line Conventions and Lettering.
Y10.5, 1968 Letter Symbols for Quantities Used in Electrical Science and Electrical Engineering.
Component Values
Electrical components shown on the diagrams are in the following units unless noted otherwise:
Capacitors = Values one or greater are in picofarads (pF).
Values less than one are in microfarads (µF).
Resistors = Ohms (Ω).
The information and special symbols below may appear in this manual.
Each assembly in the instrument is assigned an assembly number (e.g., A20). The assembly number appears on the circuit board outline on
the diagram, in the title for the circuit board component location illustration, and in the lookup table for the schematic diagram and corresponding
component locator illustration. The Replaceable Electrical Parts list is arranged by assemblies in numerical sequence; the components are listed
by component number *(see following illustration for constructing a component number).
The schematic diagram and circuit board component location illustration have grids. A lookup table with the grid coordinates is provided for
ease of locating the component. Only the components illustrated on the facing diagram are listed in the lookup table. When more than one
schematic diagram is used to illustrate the circuitry on a circuit board, the circuit board illustration may only appear opposite the first diagram on
which it was illustrated; the lookup table will list the diagram number of other diagrams that the circuitry of the circuit board appears on.
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REPLACEABLE
MECHANICAL PARTS
Replacement parts are available from or through your local Tektronix, Inc. Field Office or representative.
Changes to Tektronix instruments are sometimes made to accommodate improved components as they become available, and to give you the
benefit of the latest circuit improvements developed in our engineering department. It is therefore important, when ordering parts, to include the
following information in your order: Part number, instrument type or number, serial number, and modification number if applicable.
If a part you have ordered has been replaced with a new or improved part, your local Tektronix, Inc. Field Office or representative will contact
you concerning any change in part number.
Items in this section are referenced by figure and index numbers to the illustrations.
INDENTATION SYSTEM
This mechanical parts list is indented to indicate item relationships. Following is an example of the indentation system used in the description
column.
Attaching Parts always appear in the same indentation as the item it mounts, while the detail parts are indented to the right. Indented items
are part of, and included with, the next higher indentation. The separation symbol - - - ' - - - indicates the end of attaching parts.
ITEM NAME
In the Parts List, an Item Name is separated from the description by a colon (:). Because of space limitations, an Item Name may sometimes
appear as incomplete. For further Item Name identification, the U.S. Federal Cataloging Handbook H6-1 can be utilized where possible.
ABBREVIATIONS
INCH ELCTRN ELECTRON IN INCH SE SINGLE END
# NUMBER SIZE ELEC ELECTRICAL INCAND INCANDESCENT SECT SECTION
ACTR ACTUATOR ELCTLT ELECTROLYTIC INSUL INSULATOR SEMICOND SEMICONDUCTOR
ADPTR ADAPTER ELEM ELEMENT INTL INTERNAL SHLD SHIELD
ALIGN ALIGNMENT EPL ELECTRICAL PARTS LISTLPHLDR LAMPHOLDER SHLDR SHOULDERED
AL ALUMINUM EQPT EQUIPMENT MACH MACHINE SKT SOCKET
ASSEM ASSEMBLED EXT EXTERNAL MECH MECHANICAL SL SLIDE
ASSY ASSEMBLY FIL FILLISTER HEAD MTG MOUNTING SLFLKG SELF-LOCKING
ATTEN ATTENUATOR FLEX FLEXIBLE NIP NIPPLE SLVG SLEEVING
AWG AMERICAN WIRE GAGE FLH FLAT HEAD NON WIRE NOT WIRE WOUND SPR SPRING
BD BOARD FLTR FILTER OBD ORDER BY DESCRIPTIONSQ SQUARE
BRKT BRACKET FR FRAME or FRONT OD OUTSIDE DIAMETER SST STAINLESS STEEL
BRS BRASS FSTNR FASTENER OVH OVAL HEAD STL STEEL
BRZ BRONZE FT FOOT PH BRZ PHOSPHOR BRONZE SW SWITCH
BSHG BUSHING FXD FIXED PL PLAIN or PLATE T TUBE
CAB CABINET GSKT GASKET PLSTC PLASTIC TERM TERMINAL
CAP CAPACITOR HDL HANDLE PN PART NUMBER THD THREAD
CER CERAMIC HEX HEXAGON PNH PAN HEAD THK THICK
CHAS CHASSIS HEX HD HEXAGONAL HEAD PWR POWER TNSN TENSION
CKT CIRCUIT HEX SOC HEXAGONAL SOCKET RCPT RECEPTACLE TPG TAPPING
COMP COMPOSITION HLCPS HELICAL COMPRESSIONRES RESISTOR TRH TRUSS HEAD
CONN CONNECTOR HLEXT HELICAL EXTENSION RGD RIGID V VOLTAGE
COV COVER HV HIGH VOLTAGE RLF RELIEF VAR VARIABLE
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CRT CATHODE RAY TUBE ID INSIDE DIAMETER SCH SOCKET HEAD WSHR WASHER
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DWR DRAWER IMPLR IMPELLER SCR SCREW XSTR TRANSISTOR
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0000M SONY/TEKTRONIX CORPORATION P O BOX 14, HANEDA AIRPORT TOKYO 149, JAPAN
000AZ AIR OIL PROD. CORPORATION 2400 E BURNSIDE PORTLAND, OR 97214
000BK STAUFFER SUPPLY 105 SE TAYLOR PORTLAND, OR 97214
000CY NORTHWEST FASTENER SALES, INC.7923 SW CIRRUS DRIVE BEAVERTON, OR 97005
000EX O'HARA METAL PRODUCT COMPANY 542 BRANNAN STREET SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
000FW WESTERN SINTERING CO INC. 2620 STEVENS DRIVE RICHLAND, WA 99352
00779 AMP, INC. P.O. BOX 3608 HARRISBURG, PA 17105
05276 ITT, POMONA ELECTRONICS DIVISION P O BOX 2767, 1500 E 9TH ST. POMONA, CA 91766
05574 VIKING INDUSTRIES, INC. 21001 NORDHOFF STREET CHATSWORTH, CA 91311
06090 RAYCHEM CORPORATION 300 CONSTITUTION DRIVE MENLO PARK, CA 94025
06540 AMATOM ELECTRONIC HARDWARE, DIV. OF
MITE CORP. 446 BLAKE ST. NEW HAVEN, CT 06515
07322 MINNESOTA RUBBER CO. 3630 WOODDALE AVENUE MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416
07707 USM CORP., USM FASTENER DIV. 510 RIVER RD. SHELTON, CT 06484
08261 SPECTRA-STRIP CORP 7100 LAMPSON AVE. GARDEN GROVE, CA 92642
08530 RELIANCE MICA CORP. 342-39TH ST. BROOKLYN, NY 11232
09353 C AND K COMPONENTS, INC. 103 MORSE STREET WATERTOWN, MA 02172
12327 FREEWAY CORPORATION 9301 ALLEN DRIVE CLEVELAND, OH 44125
19209 GENERAL ELECTRIC CO., ELECTRONIC
CAPACITOR AND BATTERY PRODUCTS DEPT.
BATTERY PRODUCTS SEC. P.O. BOX 114 GAINESVILLE, FL 32601
22526 BERG ELECTRONICS, INC. YOUK EXPRESSWAY NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
22599 ESNA, DIV. OF AMERACE CORPORATION 16150 STAGG STREET VAN NUYS, CA 91409
22670 G.M. NAMEPLATE, INC. 2040 15TH AVENUE WEST SEATTLE, WA 98119
24655 GENERAL RADIO CO. 300 BAKER AVE. CONCORD, MA 01742
24931 SPECIALITY CONNECTOR CO., INC. 2620 ENDRESS PLACE GREENWOOD, IN 46142
52152 MINNESOTA MINING AND MFG CO. INDUSTRIAL SPECIALTIES DIV.
3M CENTER ST. PAUL, MN 55144
59730 THOMAS AND BETTS COMPANY 36 BUTLER ST. ELIZABETH, NJ 07207
70903 BELDEN CORP. 2000 S BATAVIA AVENUE GENEVA, IL 60134
71126 BRONSON, HOMER D., CO. 250 MAIN ST., P. O. BOX 98 BEACON FALLS, CT 06403
71400 BUSSMAN MFG., DIVISION OF MCGRAW-
EDISON CO. 2536 W. UNIVERSITY ST. ST. LOUIS, MO 63107
71468 ITT CANNON ELECTRIC 666 E. DYER RD. SANTA ANA, CA 92702
71785 TRW, CINCH CONNECTORS 1501 MORSE AVENUE ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
72228 CONTINENTAL SCREW CO., DIV. OF
AMTEL, INC. 459 MT. PLEASANT NEW BEDFORD, MA 02742
73743 FISCHER SPECIAL MFG. CO. 446 MORGAN ST. CINCINNATI, OH 45206
73803 TEXAS INSTRUMENTS, INC., METALLURGICAL
MATERIALS DIV. 34 FOREST STREET ATTLEBORO, MA 02703
74445 HOLO-KROME CO. 31 BROOK ST. WEST HARTFORD, CT 06110
74970 JOHNSON, E. F., CO. 299 10TH AVE. S. W. WASECA, MN 56093
75915 LITTELFUSE, INC. 800 E. NORTHWEST HWY DES PLAINES, IL 60016
77250 PHEOLL MANUFACTURING CO., DIVISION
OF ALLIED PRODUCTS CORP. 5700 W. ROOSEVELT RD. CHICAGO, IL 60650
78189 ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS, INC.
SHAKEPROOF DIVISION ST. CHARLES ROAD ELGIN, IL 60120
78584 STEWART STAMPING CORP. 630 CENTRAL PARK AVE. YONKERS, NY 10704
79136 WALDES, KOHINOOR, INC. 47-16 AUSTEL PLACE LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
79807 WROUGHT WASHER MFG. CO. 2100 S. O BAY ST. MILWAUKEE, WI 53207
80009 TEKTRONIX, INC. P O BOX 500 BEAVERTON, OR 97077
83309 ELECTRICAL SPECIALITY CO., SUBSIDIARY OF
BELDEN CORP. 213 E. HARRIS AVE. SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
83330 SMITH, HERMAN H., INC. 812 SNEDIKER AVE. BROOKLYN, NY 11207
83385 CENTRAL SCREW CO. 2530 CRESCENT DR. BROADVIEW, IL 60153
83553 ASSOCIATED SPRING CORP., SEABOARD DIV.15001 S BROADWAY, P O BOX 231 GARDENA, CA 90248
85471 BOYD, A. B., CO. 2527 GRANT AVENUE SAN LEANDRO, CA 94579
86928 SEASTROM MFG. COMPANY, INC. 701 SONORA AVENUE GLENDALE, CA 91201
87308 N. L. INDUSTRIES, INC., SOUTHERN SCREW
DIV. P. O. BOX 1360 STATESVILLE, NC 28677
89663 REESE, J. RAMSEY, INC. 71 MURRAY STREET NEW YORK, NY 10007
91737 ITT CANNON GREMAR, INC. 922 S. LYON ST. SANTA ANA, CA 92705
91836 KINGS ELECTRONICS CO., INC. 40 MARBLEDALE ROAD TUCKAHOE, NY 10707
93410 ESSEX INTERNATIONAL, INC., CONTROLS DIV.
LEXINGTON PLANT P. O. BOX 1007 MANSFIELD, OH 44903
97464 INDUSTRIAL RETAINING RING CO. 57 CORDIER ST. IRVINGTON, NJ 07111
97539 APM-HEXSEAL CORP. 44 HONECK ST. ENGLEWOOD, NJ 07631
S3109 C/O PANEL COMPONENTS CORP. P.O. BOX 6626 SANTA ROSA, CA 95406
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Information pertaining to Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC) will be furnished at a later date.
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By Order of the Secretary of the Army:
R. L. DILWORTH
Brigadier General, United States Army
The Adjutant General
Distribution:
To be distributed in accordance with DA Form 12-32, Operator, Organizational, Direct Support and General
Support Maintenance requirements for the PATRIOT Air Defense Guided Missile System.
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