The oscilloscope model 310a well illustrates the low end tektronix production. The tas 455 and tas 465 oscilloscopes have two types of cursors for. Some 517 modification kits are listed on page 181 of the 1959 catalog. Lacking a probe, if you have a patch cord with banana plugs at both ends you should be able to connect the calibrator output to the input of whatever plugin you have the type ca is very often found with these scopes. Figure 1 front panel layout of tds2012 digital storage oscilloscope. May 06, 2011 the tektronix type 546 is less common than the 545 or 547. Tds and tds2000 series digital storage oscilloscope. The 547 has a very stable trigger circuit and is useful well beyond its rated 50 mhz bandwidth. Tektronix1a5differentialamplifieroscilloscopeplugin1967ww. The tektronix type 453 oscilloscope is a transistorized portable.
Oscilloscope restoration project repair tektronix 2465b 400mhz this applies to all similar type models 2445, 2445a, 2445b, 2465, 2465a, 2465b, 2467, 2467a, 2467b and others which share common circuit boards. Probably the greatest of the classic tek scopes, the 547 has dual timebases with delayed sweep and a unique alternate function. In the 1960s tektronix introduced the relatively compact 450 series, starting with the 50 mhz 453. See also appendix, evaluating oscilloscope overdrive performance, for indepth discussion. The 310a can be dated around the late fifties as replacement for the model 310, introduced in 1955. Tektronix hereby grants permission and license for others to reproduce and distribute copies of any tektronix measurement product manual, including user manuals, operators manuals, service manuals, and the like, that a have a tektronix part number and b are for a measurement product that is no longer supported by tektronix. When released, this machine was wayhot high tech, crammed with a mix of vacuum tubes and discrete semiconductors, and. Instruction manual type ca plug in tektonix manfa cathode. Htf excellent vintage tektronix type 547 oscilloscope. Vintage tektronix instruction manual type 545 cathoderay oscilloscope. Tektronix 547 oscilloscopegetting an old soldier back in the fight. Tektronix types 547 and 556 type 1a1 or 1a4 plugin and types 453, 454, 453a and 454a.
Recap all electrolytic and micpaper based on needconditiontype. Power rail resistance again from the service manual. With our online resources, you can find tektronix 561a user guide or just about any. The servicing instructions are for use by qualified. With a little practice, you will be able to measure dc, ac voltages accurately. You will be glad to know that right now tektronix 561a user guide pdf is available on our online library. Click on a datetime to view the file as it appeared at that time. The servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. Aug 23, 2015 the 547 uses a 6au5 with a plate rating of 10w and a gm of 5. Tek sold the 108 pulse generator as a tool for maintaining the 517, since a fast scope requires a fast pulse generator to test it the p170cf cathodefollower probe was designed for use with the 517 links. On the front panel, there are three bnc f connectors for this purpose labeled ch1, ch2, and ext trig. Working state unknown not yet up to lifting the monster up the stairs to the lab.
In the late 60s, a lucky engineer would have probably had a tektronix 547 dcto 50 mhz oscilloscope on their bench. Those old tektronix 500 series scopes were true works of art. Title function recommended use 1 intensity adjusts trace brightness. Tektronix type 575 transistorcurve of this wideband test oscilloscope is as low as 5 mvcm, tracer to test transistors and diodes used in the type 1a1. Final report on tektronix milspec high speed scope pdf, cleaned up and ocr. View and download tektronix 524ad instruction manual online. Richard sears, vintage electronics vintage electronic test. Aug 16, 2016 tektronix hereby grants permission and license for others to reproduce and distribute copies of any tektronix measurement product manual, including user manuals, operators manuals, service manuals, and the like, that a have a tektronix part number and b are for a measurement product that is no longer supported by tektronix. Tektronix digital phosphor oscilloscopes printable help. Compensate for ambient lighting, trace speed, trigger frequency. It was originally made for inhouse use, then word got out, it was cleaned up for production and remained in the catalogue for 21 years. Tektronix 547 service manual download, schematics, eeprom. Summary of controls, connectors, and indicators no. Where can i find manuals for old tektronix oscilloscopes.
Obsolete technology tellye oscilloscope tektronix type 546. Oscilloscopes, selecting and restoring a classic tektronix by stan griffiths, w7ni, winning with people. At the time it was a compact portable instrument, measuring only. Its a tektronix manual, therefor its as thick as a telephone directory and is going to take a while to scan.
You can use the help system to display several kinds of information. Throughout this manual, tektronix oscilloscope, model 212 is referred to as the 212. If you have a better copy of any of these manuals or a manual which is not listed, and wish to share, you can upload the manual. Type 453r453 oscilloscope above sn 20000 instruction.
Tektronix service and user manuals free download search engine. Iirc the 545 has has the older uhf style connectors not bnc. Notes by chuck miller for the tektronix 547 oscilloscope. Tektronix 547 manual with 547 notes pdf, 128mb tektronix. Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a. Tds and tds2000 series digital storage oscilloscope user. This unit had limited testing by just plugging it in and turning it on. Obsolete technology tellye oscilloscope tektronix type. Lee, my years at tektronix by miles tippery, tube testers and classic electronic test gear by alan douglas and, website associated with the oregon tektronix museum.
Tektronix1a7highgaindifferentialamplifieroscilloscopeplugin1965ww. The method described below did not hold up over time sadly, so what is written below is purely for interest. Tds2000series digital oscilloscope user manual ix help system the oscilloscope has a help system with topics that cover all the features of the oscilloscope. If you cant find yours, chances are it was a printedonly copy and isnt available for download on our site. Pullouts are both single 11 x 17 pages and split into 2 8. Tektronix 2225 oscilloscope california state university. In 1965, following the introduction of the 50 mhz 547, the 517 was discontinued. Tektronix scopes for all of us who love tektronix equipment.
Typically, either a bncbnc cable or an oscilloscope probe with a. Tektronix diagrams, schematics and service manuals download for free. Specifications and price change privileges reserved. Tds 200series digital realtime oscilloscope user manual.
The 2465 series is regarded as one of the mostreliable analog oscilloscopes ever made, and proper. Free tektronix diagrams, schematics, service manuals. Tektronix 453a r453a oscilloscope instruction manual. Tektronix oscilloscope type 547, w type 1a2 dualtrace plug in unit read full ad i have other teltronix equipment for sale used tektronix type 547 oscilloscope with a type 1a2 dual trace plug in unit. If you get stuck in repairing a defective appliance. Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians. Refer to the latest issue of da pam 3104 to determine whether there are new editions, changes, or additional publications pertaining to tektronix oscilloscope, model 212. Tektronix 547 tek 547 oscilloscope restoration lazy electrons. See your tektronix catalog for more information on ony of these plugin unlit. Richard sears, vintage electronics vintage electronic. Jul 06, 2018 tektronix 547 tek 547 oscilloscope restoration july 6, 2018 april 12, 2020 lazyelectrons this was the most challenging project i ever undertook as i never thought this guy would come back to life. Should you need additional assistance, or have any comments or questions about the material in this primer, simply contact your tektronix representative, or visit. Tektronix up click on the thumbnail images to enlarge adobe pdf document document. In the late 60s, a lucky engineer would have probably had a tektronix 547 dcto50 mhz oscilloscope on their bench.
In november 2007, tektronix became a subsidiary of danaher corporation. These manuals are available for download and free of charge. Tektronix1a44channelamplifieroscilloscopeplugin1967ww. Tds 200series digital oscilloscope user manual vii contacting tektronix product support for questions about using tektronix measurement products, call toll free in north america. Jmf i urge you to down load this tektronix trouble shooting manual, you will find it extremely useful.
Radiotron designers handbook 3rd 4th edition rca pdf on cd. In order to make measurements, the oscilloscope must be connected to the componentsdevices being measured. Description description 20mhz 2 channels digital storage. Tektronix tds 2012 digital storage oscilloscope users guide authorscontributors.
Indicates that a pdf scan of the manual for that item is available from. Tektronix 214 service manual pdf, ocr manuals specifications links pictures the tektronix 214 is a small portable dualtrace analog crt storage scope with a bandwidth of 500 khz. Afg3000 series reference manual mouser electronics. This is the model to look for if youre buying a 500series instrument. While were happy to talk tech with you all day long, we know youre in a hurry.
View and download tektronix 516 instruction manual online. I had to switch focus for restoration to the second 545a scope. My manual has a nice little pocket in the back with a sheet entitled calibration record. Test equipment tektronix 547 instruction manual 183 pages test equipment tektronix 533 instruction manual. Of all the 500 series modular scopes made by tektronix, the 547 is one of the most desirable due to its 50 mhz bandwidth and innovative dual timebases. Tektronix type 531a 541a cathode ray oscilloscope ham radio vintage manual orig.
Let me know if you have any stories about the tektronix 7704a oscilloscope system, or are interested in buying mine at a reasonable offer. Tektronix has over 60 years of experience designing test and measurement equipment. Were so glad you still love and use your vintage tek equipment. While most of our preinternetage models have been discontinued, we do have some manuals, data sheets and software for 1990s and older products on our tektronix product support page. Filled out by hand and signed by a frank glass calibration engineer and ralph sawyer quality control engineer in april, 1959. Tektronix type561a oscilloscope instruction sch service. Antique radio forums view topic tektronix 545 oscilloscope.
Tektronix 547 tek 547 oscilloscope restoration july 6, 2018 april 12, 2020 lazyelectrons this was the most challenging project i ever undertook as i never thought this guy would come back to life. I got this type 180a timemark generator in my first batch of tektronix stuff that i bought from an old retired engineer in town. These were quickly followed by the 460 series, the 470. A tektronix 465 portable analog oscilloscope is a typical instrument of the late 1970s.
Tektronix type 547 oscilloscope instruction manual book. I dried and vacuum sealed the hv transformers in beeswax at the end of august. Tektronix tds 2012 digital storage oscilloscope users guide. So weve made it easy for you to download manuals, datasheets and software for all our current products, and many discontinued products as well. The type 547 oscilloscope features two independent time base circuits.
This scope will be very useful, even as old as it is. You say that the 556 uses a 6gf5 and that has a plate rating of 17. Service manual tds 510a digitizing oscilloscope 070970402 upc. Learn about our industryleading test and measurement tools. Indicates that a pdf scan of the manual for that item is available by request. The oscilloscope has a help system with topics that cover all the features of the oscilloscope. Tektronix 547 oscilloscopegetting an old soldier back in the fight of all the 500 series modular scopes made by tektronix, the 547 is one of the most desirable due to its 50 mhz bandwidth and innovative dual timebases. Tektronix original factory manuals for test equipment. As is common in many tektronix scopes, all regulated voltages are. Warranty 16 tektronix warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three 3 years from the date of original purchase from an authorized tektronix distributor. The tektronix type 546 is less common than the 545 or 547. This site helps you to save the earth from electronic waste. General information about understanding and using the oscilloscope, such as using the menu system.
The 547 uses a nondistributed solidstate vertical amplifier, tunnel diode triggering, and a 6. Tektronix 547 tek 547 oscilloscope restoration lazy. I am now accepting new manuals for inclusion in this archive. Tektronix instruction manual type 503 oscilloscope ebay. Since then we have have 4 months of high humidity before the onset of winter.
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