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WARRANTY
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment. If a
product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its option, either will
repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a
replacement in exchange for the defective product.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the
defect before the expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the
performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the
defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping charges
prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to
a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer
shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for
products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or
improper or inadequate maintenance and care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish
service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel other
than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage
resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any
damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a
product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such
modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS
DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY
TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF
THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR
HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Contacting Tektronix
Product
Support
Service
Support
For other
information
To write usTektronix, Inc.
WebsiteT ektronix.com
For questions about using T ektronix measurement
products, call toll free in North America:
1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433 ext. 2400)
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific time
Or contact us by e-mail:
tm_app_supp@tek.com
For product support outside of North America,
contact your local T ektronix distributor or sales
office.
T ektronix offers extended warranty and calibration
programs as options on many products. Contact
your local T ektronix distributor or sales office.
For a listing of worldwide service centers, visit our
web site.
In North America:
1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433)
An operator will direct your call.
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent
damage to this product or any products connected to it. T o avoid
potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
To Avoid Fire or Personal Injury
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this
product and certified for the country of use.
Use Proper Voltage Setting. Before applying power, ensure that the line
selector is in the proper position for the power source being used.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes
or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding
conductor of the power cord. T o avoid electric shock, the grounding
conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making
connections to the input or output terminals of the product, ensure
that the product is properly grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all
ratings and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for
further ratings information before making connections to the product.
Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common
terminal, that exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with
covers or panels removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this
product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is present.
Wear Eye Protection. Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity
rays or laser radiation exists.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage
to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
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Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation.
Refer to the manual’s installation
instructions for details on installing the product so it has proper
ventilation.
Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms in This Manual. These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in damage to this product or other property.
Terms on the Product. These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you
read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as
you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
Symbols on the Product. These symbols may appear on the product:
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CAUTION
Refer to Manual
Not suitable for
connection to
the public telecom-
munications network
WARNING
High Voltage
Double
Insulated
Protective Ground
(Earth) Terminal
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Getting Started
Documentation Overview
This operator’s manual is one of a set of two manuals that document
the Tektronix 1780R-Series Video Measurement Set. To purchase a
service manual, please refer to the “Contacting T ektronix” page
located near the front of this manual for address and phone number
information.
The topics covered in the two manuals are as follows:
Operator’s Manual
Section 1Document Overview
Product Overview
Installation
Section 2Connectors, Controls, Indicators
(including front- and rear-panel illustrations)
Section 3Operating Instructions (including menus)
Section 4Measurements
Section 5Specifications
Section 6Options and Accessories
Service Manual
Installation
Theory of Operation
Performance Check and Adjustment Procedure
Maintenance
Options
Replaceable Electrical and Mechanical Parts Lists
(with accessory part numbers)
Schematic Diagrams and Circuit Board Illustrations
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Documentation Conventions
Within this manual, front-panel push-button names are shown all in
capitals, such as the PRESET menu button. T ouch screen words are
represented in brackets, such as <DEF AULT>. CRT instructional
labels, such as SELECT MEASUREMENT, are represented in italics
in the manual and on the instrument CRT.
In menu operation, most selections are made by actually touching
the desired area on the CRT screen. This is indicated in the manual
instructions by the use of the word ‘touch’ (as opposed to ‘push’ for
front-panel push buttons).
Who Should Use This Operator’s Manual:
This operator’s manual contains information necessary for daily use,
and is appropriate for use by anyone who operates the 1780R-Series
Video Measurement Set. (The service manual is intended for use by
qualified service personnel only.)
1780R-Series Product Overview
The 1780R-Series Video Measurement Set is a wide bandwidth,
multi-input, waveform/vector/SCH measurement package.
The advantages of separate waveform and vector instruments are
provided in a single package. Specific measurements take advantage
of the 1780R-Series’ shared waveform monitor and vectorscope
internal processing.
Separate waveform and vectorscope CRTs allow simultaneous
monitoring of several video parameters.
Four video inputs may be individually displayed or selected in
various combinations on the waveform monitor. Vector presentations
may be individually displayed, overlaid for comparison, or compared
to an external reference. A fifth video signal may be selected for
individual display via the high-impedance front-panel probe input.
Internal video filters provide specialized measurements, with dual or
triple filter modes available for simultaneous display.
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A selection of internal and external graticules and electronic cursors
permit measurements specific to many studio and transmission
system applications. An external horizontal input facilitates ICPM
measurements.
External staircase from a camera control unit may be selected
remotely .
Slow sweep is standard on the 1780R-Series.
New Capabilities
A precision phase control, with on-screen digital phase readout,
allows precision phase angle measurements. Differential display
resolution is within .05_, with an absolute accuracy of 0.1_ around
the full 360_ vector range.
The Tektronix double-trace differential phase measurement
technique has been enhanced with a digital recursive vertical filter to
permit accurate on-screen readouts in the presence of noise.
The F
Time Marks feature (NTSC ONLY) allows the operator to
SC
verify the accuracy of SCH Phase measurements.
Voltage cursors or Timing cursors can be set to any point, providing
accurate on-screen measurement readouts, and are fully operational
and accurate at all Gain and Magnifier settings.
In addition to the standard remote interface provided on 1700 Series
products, the 1780R-Series provides a serial remote interface,
compatible with RS232 and RS422 standards.
Touch Screen
The 1780R-Series has four main menu modes that provide on-screen
measurement and calibration selections. Through the Preset menu,
the operator can define, name, save, and recall up to 12 front-panel
setups.
Many instrument settings can be easily changed through the
1780R-Series touch screen menus. For example, the Configure menu
allows the choice of internal or external graticule illumination, and
the Calibrate menu allows trace rotation and readout intensity
adjustments. The Measurement menu provides entry into specific
measurement modes.
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1780R-Series Package
The 1780R-Series is supplied as a single 5 1/4-inch high package,
ready for rack-mounting. A portable cabinet is available, providing
handle, feet, and front and rear covers. The instrument is equipped
with a high reliability cooling fan so that no clearance is required
above or below the 1780R-Series.
Mechanical Installation
All qualification testing for the 1780R-Series was performed with
the rack-mount cabinet installed. T o guarantee compliance with
specifications, the instrument should be operated in a cabinet, either
the rack-mount cabinet or the portable case (1780F02). The 1780F02
case has a handle and front and back covers. The front and back
covers provide protection for the instrument during transportation
and storage.
NOTE. Cabinet drawings are provided for installation information
only, and are not to scale. All dimensions are in inches.
The rack-mounting cabinet is a standard accessory; all instruments
are factory shipped in this cabinet. Rack-mounting hardware is
included and listed in T able 1–1. The portable case (1780F02) is
available from T ektronix as an Optional Accessory. It, as does the
rack-mounting cabinet, provides the proper electrical environment
for the instrument, supplies adequate shielding, minimizes handling
damage, and reduces dust collection within the instrument.
Rack-Mounting
The 1780R-Series rack-mounting cabinet is designed for permanent
mounting. The instrument slides in and out of the cabinet with
relative ease. The instrument is secured in the cabinet with four 6–32
TORXR drive screws. See Figure 1–1.
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Figure 1–1: Location of the four screws that secure the instrument to
rack-mounting cabinet or portable case
WARNING. Do not attempt to carry a cabinetized instrument without
installing the rear -panel mounting screws. There is nothing to hold
the instrument in the cabinet if it is tipped forward.
Table 1–1: Rack-Mounting Hardware Included
QtyDescriptionPart Number
2Bracket, Extension: 2.5 X 8.06 X 0.06, Steel407-3752-00
2Nut Bar: (3) 10-32 X 3.0 X 0.375 X 0.125, Aluminum381-0251-00
12Screw, Machine: 10-32 X 0.625, Steel212-0577-00
4Washer, Flat: 0.203 ID X 0.625 OD X 0.062, Steel210-1061-00
A front clearance of at least 18 inches is required for removing the
instrument from the rack. BNC connectors on the rear panel extend
approximately 0.6 inches, making it necessary to have 1 inch or
more of rear clearance to have enough room to cable the instrument.
See Figure 1–2 for rack-mounting dimensions.
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Figure 1–2: Dimensions used for rack-mounting the 1780R-Series Video
Measurement Set
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Figure 1–3: Dimensions of the adjustable rear rack-mounting bracket
To install the instrument in the rack: First remove the four securing
screws and take the instrument out of the rack-mounting cabinet.
(All 1780R-Series instruments are shipped in the rack-mounting
cabinet to provide extra shipping protection.) Once the instrument is
out of the cabinet, mount the front of the cabinet in the rack, using
four 10–32 TORXR screws. Cabinet front slots are spaced, and wide
enough, to accommodate standard racks. Next, mount the adjustable
brackets to the rear rack section. See Figure 1–3 for bracket
dimensions. Then mount the adjustable brackets to the rack-mount
cabinet using four 10–32 TORXR screws, four number 10 flat
washers, and the nut bars. See Figure 1–4 for more assembly detail.
Finally , re-install the four 6–32 screws that secure the instrument to
the rack-mounting cabinet. See Figure 1–1.
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Figure 1–4: Installing rear rack-mounting brackets for rack applications
of depths from 18 to 24 inches
NOTE. For ease of installation, place the nut bars to the outside of
the adjustable brackets and drive the screws from the center into the
nut bars.
For applications where it is necessary to rack-mount the instrument,
but have it removable with the instrument case, order the 1780F05
Rack-Mount Shelf.
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Options
The 1780R-Series is shipped with a standard U.S. plug, or can be
ordered with one of the following options.
Option A1 (220 V, European plug)
Option A2 (240 V, United Kingdom plug)
Option A3 (240 V, Australian plug)
These are the only options currently available for the 1780R-Series.
Part numbers are listed in Section 6.
Standard Accessories
The following accessories are shipped with the 1780R-Series. Part
numbers are listed in Section 6.
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1Cable, Power (Standard, Opt A1, A2, or A3)