Service Manual
TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D & TDS 714L
Digitizing Oscilloscopes
071-0627-02
Warning
The servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to
performing service.
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WARRANTY
T ektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years
from the date of shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, T ektronix, 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 T ektronix, 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 T ektronix
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. T ektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from attempts
by personnel other than T ektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from
improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; or c) 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 WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED 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 CUST OMER 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.
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Specifications
General Safety Summary xi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Safety Summary xiii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface xv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Structure xv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Conventions xvi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Manuals xvii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting T ektronix xviii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Strategy xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Offerings xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before You Begin xxi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Description 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Interface 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signal Acquisition System 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horizontal System 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger System 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Acquisition Control 1–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On-Board User Assistance 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measurement Assistance 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I/O 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nominal Traits 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranted Characteristics 1–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Typical Characteristics 1–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Information
Installation 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplying Operating Power 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Environment 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Applying and Interrupting Power 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repackaging Instructions 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installed Options 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Screen Layout 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Procedures 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Theory of Operation
Theory of Operation 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Logic Conventions 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Module Overview 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance V erification Procedures
Input Channels versus Model 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conventions 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brief Procedures 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Self Tests 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Functional T ests 4–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Tests 4–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prerequisites 4–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equipment Required 4–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TDS 600C T est Record 4–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TDS 500D/700D/714L T est Record 4–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TDS 694C T est Record 4–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TDS 794D T est Record 4–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signal Acquisition System Checks 4–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time Base System Checks 4–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger System Checks 4–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Output Signal Checks 4–68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Option 05 Video Trigger Checks
(Not Available on TDS 694C or TDS 794D) 4–77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sine Wave Generator Leveling Procedure 4–94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optical Filter Checks (Options 2C, 3C & 4C Only) 4–97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment Procedures
Maintenance
Adjustment Procedures 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Performance 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Usage 5–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equipment Required 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment Instructions 5–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probe Adjustment for the P6139A Probe 5–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display Assembly Adjustment 5–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Maintenance Procedures 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Cleaning 6–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal and Installation Procedures 6–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation — Please Read 6–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Access Procedure 6–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedures for External Modules 6–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedures for Outer-Chassis Modules 6–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedures for Inner-Chassis Modules, 6–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly for Cleaning 6–55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Electrical Parts List
Diagrams
Mechanical Parts List
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Troubleshooting 6–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostics 6–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firmware Updates 6–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hard Disk Drive Maintenance 6–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options and Accessories 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard Accessories 7–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Accessories 7–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Parts List 8–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagrams 9–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols 9–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Parts List 10–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Ordering Information 10–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Replaceable Parts List 10–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of Figures
Figure 2–1: Map of display functions 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–1: Map of display functions 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–2: Verifying adjustments and signal-path compensation 4–6. .
Figure 4–3: Universal test hookup for functional
tests – TDS 600C shown 4–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–4: Measurement of DC offset accuracy at zero
setting – TDS 684C shown 4–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–5: Initial test hookup 4–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–6: Measurement of DC accuracy at maximum offset
and position 4–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–7: Initial test hookup 4–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–8: Optional initial test hookup 4–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–9: Measurement of analog bandwidth 4–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–10: Initial test hookup 4–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–11: Measurement of channel delay – TDS 684C shown 4–51. . . .
Figure 4–12: Initial test hookup 4–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–13: Measurement of accuracy – long-term and delay time 4–55.
Figure 4–14: Delta time accuracy test hookup 4–56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–15: Initial test hookup 4–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–16: Measurement of time accuracy for pulse
and glitch triggering 4–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–17: Initial test hookup 4–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–18: Measurement of trigger sensitivity – 50 MHz results
shown on a TDS 684C screen 4–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–19: Initial test hookup 4–68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–20: Measurement of main trigger out limits 4–70. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–21: Initial test hookup 4–73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–22: Measurement of probe compensator frequency 4–74. . . . . . .
Figure 4–23: Subsequent test hookup 4–75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–24: Measurement of probe compensator amplitude 4–76. . . . . .
Figure 4–25: Jitter test hookup 4–78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–26: Jitter test displayed waveform – TDS 754D shown 4–79. . . .
Figure 4–27: Jitter test when completed – TDS 754D shown 4–80. . . . . . .
Figure 4–28: Triggered signal range test – 300 mV 4–81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–29: Triggered signal range test – 75 mV 4–82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figure 4–30: 60 Hz Rejection test hookup 4–83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–31: 60 Hz Rejection test setup signal 4–83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–32: Subsequent 60 Hz Rejection test hookup 4–84. . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–33: 60 Hz Rejection test result – TDS 684C shown 4–85. . . . . . .
Figure 4–34: Line count accuracy test hookup 4–86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–35: Line count accuracy test setup
waveform – TDS 684C shown 4–87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–36: Line count accuracy correct result waveform 4–88. . . . . . . .
Figure 4–37: Setup for sync duty cycle test 4–90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–38: Sync duty cycle test: one-div neg pulse waveform 4–91. . . . .
Figure 4–39: Sync duty cycle test: critically adjusted pulse 4–92. . . . . . . .
Figure 4–40: Sine wave generator leveling equipment setup 4–94. . . . . . .
Figure 4–41: Equipment setup for maximum amplitude 4–96. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–42: Reference-receiver performance-verification set up 4–99. . .
Figure 4–43: Optical impulse of Ch1 input from OA5022 Optical
Attenuator (OIG501 / OIG502 fed into optical attenuator
in Step 1) 4–101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–44: Optical impulse response for OC–12 SONET Reference
Receiver 4–104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–45: Optical impulse response for OC–12 SONET Reference
Receiver 4–105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–1: Accessing the protection switch 5–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–2: Hookup for probe compensation 5–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–3: Performing probe compensation 5–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–4: Proper and improper probe compensation 5–12. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–5: Exposing the inner probe tip 5–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–6: Initial test hookup 5–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–7: Exposing the probe body 5–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–8: Initial test hookup 5–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–9: Locations of P6139A probe adjustments 5–19. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–10: Adjustments versus front-corner response 5–20. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–11: Five and ten percent luminance patches 5–22. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–1: External modules 6–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–2: Outer-chassis modules 6–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–3: Inner-chassis modules 6–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–4: Knob removal 6–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–5: Line fuse and line cord removal 6–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–6: Cabinet identification 6–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figure 6–7: Rear cover and cabinet removal 6–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–8: Front cover, trim ring, menu buttons, and attenuator panel
removal (front cover not shown) 6–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–9: A12 Front-panel assembly removal 6–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–10: Cabinet modules removal 6–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–11: A14 D1 bus and analog-power and digital-power cables
removal 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–12: Remove circuit board assembly from oscilloscope 6–30. . . .
Figure 6–13: Remove circuit board from assembly 6–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–14: Circuit board installed 6–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–15: Circuit board removal 6–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–16: A1 1 Processor/display removal 6–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–17: Hard disk removal 6–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–18: Board bracket removal 6–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–19: A10 Acquisition board removal 6–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–20: TDS 694C, A10 Acquisition board removal 6–43. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–21: Floppy disk drive removal 6–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–22: Rear chassis removal 6–47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–23: A16 Low voltage power supply removal 6–49. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–24: Display assembly removal 6–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–25: Display driver board removal 6–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–26: Front subpanel removal 6–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–27: Accessing the protection switch 6–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–28: Primary troubleshooting procedure 6–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–29: Module isolation troubleshooting procedure 6–64. . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–30: A16 Low voltage power supply module isolation
troubleshooting procedure 6–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–31: Power supply voltage measurement locations 6–66. . . . . . . .
Figure 6–32: Color display troubleshooting procedure 6–67. . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–33: Horizontal and vertical sync signals – color display 6–68. . .
Figure 6–34: A video signal with white, black, and blanking levels –
color display 6–68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–35: Processor/acquisition troubleshooting procedure 6–69. . . . .
Figure 6–36: Processor/front panel troubleshooting procedure 6–70. . . . .
Figure 6–37: Attenuator/acquisition troubleshooting procedure 6–71. . . .
Figure 6–38: A11 DRAM Processor/Display module 6–72. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–39: A10 Acquisition module (test points) 6–73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 9–1: Interconnections 9–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 9–2: Block diagram 9–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figure 10–1: External modules 10–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–2: Outer-chassis modules 10–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–3: Inner-chassis modules 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–4: Cables, bottom view 10–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–5: Cables, top view 10–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–6: Floppy disk drive 10–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–7: Accessories 10–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of Tables
Table 1–1: Key features of TDS 500D, 600C, 700D and 714L
oscilloscopes 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–2: Record length and divisions per record versus TDS
model 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–3: Nominal traits — Signal acquisition system 1–11. . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–4: Nominal traits — Time base system 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–5: Nominal traits — Triggering system 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–6: Nominal traits — Display system 1–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–7: Nominal traits — GPIB interface, output ports, and
power fuse 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–8: Nominal traits — Data handling and reliability 1–16. . . . . . . .
Table 1–9: Nominal traits — Mechanical 1–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–10: Warranted characteristics — Signal acquisition system 1–20
Table 1–11: Warranted characteristics — Time base system 1–22. . . . . . .
Table 1–12: Warranted characteristics — Triggering system 1–23. . . . . .
Table 1–13: Warranted characteristics — Output ports, probe
compensator, and power requirements 1–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–14: Warranted characteristics — Environmental 1–25. . . . . . . . .
Table 1–15: Certifications and compliances 1–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–16: T ypical characteristics — Signal acquisition system 1–29. . .
Table 1–17: T ypical characteristics — Time base system 1–32. . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–18: T ypical characteristics — Triggering system 1–33. . . . . . . . .
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Table 2–1: Power cord conductor identification 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–2: Power cord identification 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–3: Effects of corrupted data 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–1: Test equipment 4–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–2: DC offset accuracy (zero setting) 4–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–3: DC Voltage measurement accuracy 4–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–4: Analog bandwidth 4–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–5: Delay between channels worksheet 4–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–6: Delta time measurement 4–58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–7: A vailable filters 4–97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–8: Reference receiver filter options 4–97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–9: Option 3C and 4C specifications 4–98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table 4–10: A vailable receivers 4–98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–11: Bessel Thompson frequency response and reference receiver
limits 4–106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–1: Calibration tests 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–2: Adjustments and dependencies 5–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–3: Adjustments required for module replaced 5–4. . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–4: Test equipment, fixtures, and supplies 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–5: GPIB board configuration1 5–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–1: Relative susceptibility to static-discharge damage 6–3. . . . . .
Table 6–2: External inspection check list 6–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–3: Internal inspection check list 6–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–4: Tools required for module removal 6–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–5: Normal supply voltages (measured on J26 and J27 on
the A11 DRAM Processor/Display module) 6–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–6: No-load supply voltages (measured on J5 and J6 on
the A17 Main LV Power Supply module) 6–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 7–1: Options 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 7–2: Standard accessories 7–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 7–3: Optional accessories 7–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 7–4: Recommended probe cross reference 7–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 7–5: Accessory software 7–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it. To 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.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To 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.
Connect and Disconnect Properly . Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
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.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
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General Safety Summary
Symbols and Terms
T erms 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.
T erms 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. The following symbols may appear on the product:
WARNING
High Voltage
Protective Ground
(Earth) T erminal
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
Double
Insulated
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Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service
Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service
procedures.
Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.
Disconnect Power. To avoid electric shock, disconnect the mains power by means
of the power cord or, if provided, the power switch.
Use Caution When Servicing the CRT. To avoid electric shock or injury, use
extreme caution when handling the CRT. Only qualified personnel familiar with
CRT servicing procedures and precautions should remove or install the CRT.
CRTs retain hazardous voltages for long periods of time after power is turned off.
Before attempting any servicing, discharge the CRT by shorting the anode to
chassis ground. When discharging the CRT, connect the discharge path to ground
and then the anode. Rough handling may cause the CRT to implode. Do not nick
or scratch the glass or subject it to undue pressure when removing or installing it.
When handling the CRT, wear safety goggles and heavy gloves for protection.
Use Care When Servicing With Power On. Dangerous voltages or currents may
exist in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and
disconnect test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing
components.
To avoid electric shock, do not touch exposed connections.
X-Radiation. To avoid x-radiation exposure, do not modify or otherwise alter the
high-voltage circuitry or the CRT enclosure. X-ray emissions generated within
this product have been sufficiently shielded.
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Preface
Manual Structure
This preface contains information needed to properly use this manual to service
the TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and TDS 714L Oscilloscopes, as well as
general information critical to safe and effective servicing of this oscilloscope.
The following models are covered:
TDS 500: TDS 520D, TDS 540D, and TDS 580D
TDS 600: TDS 654C, TDS 680C, TDS 684C, and TDS 694C
TDS 700: TDS 714L, TDS 724D, TDS 754D, TDS 784D, and
TDS 794D
This manual is divided into sections, such as Specifications and Theory of
Operation. Further, it is divided into subsections, such as Product Description
and Removal and Installation Procedures.
Sections containing procedures also contain introductions to those procedures. Be
sure to read these introductions because they provide information needed to do
the service correctly and efficiently. The following is a brief description of each
manual section.
H Specifications contains a product description of the TDS 500D, TDS 600C,
TDS 700D and TDS 714L Oscilloscopes and tables of the characteristics and
descriptions that apply to it.
H Operating Information includes general information and operating instruc-
tions at the level needed to safely power on and service this oscilloscope. A
statement of the service strategy that this manual supports, and instructions
for shipment of the oscilloscopes are found in this section.
H Theory of Operation contains circuit descriptions that support general service
and fault isolation.
H Performance Verification contains a collection of procedures for confirming
that these oscilloscopes function properly and meet warranted limits.
H Adjustment Procedures contains a collection of procedures for adjusting
these oscilloscopes to meet warranted limits.
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Manual Conventions
H Maintenance contains information and procedures for doing preventive and
corrective maintenance of these oscilloscopes. Instructions for cleaning, for
module removal and installation, and for fault isolation to a module are
found here.
H Options contains information on servicing any of the factory-installed
options that may be present in your oscilloscope.
H Electrical Parts List contains a statement referring you to Mechanical
Replaceable Parts, where both electrical and mechanical modules are listed.
H Diagrams contains a block diagram and an interconnection diagram useful
for isolating failed modules.
H Mechanical Parts List includes a table of all replaceable modules, their
descriptions, and their Tektronix part numbers.
Modules
Channels
Safety
Symbols
This manual uses certain conventions which you should become familiar with
before doing service.
Throughout this manual, any replaceable component, assembly, or part of these
oscilloscopes is referred to generically as a module. In general, a module is an
assembly, like a circuit board, rather than a component, like a resistor or an
integrated circuit. Sometimes a single component is a module; for example, each
chassis part of the oscilloscope is a module.
Some TDS models have two auxiliary channels called AUX 1 and AUX 2,
instead of CH 3 and CH 4. References to these channels default to CH 3 and
CH 4. If your oscilloscope is one of models TDS 520D, TDS 680C, or
TDS 724D, read AUX 1 and AUX 2 respectively for all references to CH 3 and
CH 4 in this manual.
Symbols and terms related to safety appear in the Safety Summary found at the
beginning of this manual.
Besides the symbols related to safety, this manual uses the following symbols:
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STOP. The stop labels information which must be read in order to correctly do
service and to avoid incorrectly using or applying service procedures.
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Related Manuals
Preface
The clock icon labels procedure steps which require a pause to wait for
the oscilloscope to complete some operation before you can continue.
Various icons such as the example icon at the left are used in procedures
to help identify certain readouts and menu functions on screen.
The TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and TDS 714L Oscilloscopes come with
the following manuals (see the Options and Accessories section for part
numbers):
TDS 500D, TDS 600B & TDS 700D User Manual contains a tutorial to quickly
show you how to operate the TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and
TDS 714L Oscilloscopes and an in depth discussion of how to more completely
use their features. Applications are also discussed.
TDS 500D, TDS 600B & TDS 700D Reference contains a brief overview of
oscilloscope operation.
TDS Family Programmer Manual (diskette, part of the User Manual) contains
information for programmed operation via the GPIB interface. Included are the
complete command set, setup information, and programming examples.
TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D & TDS 714L Technical Reference contains
performance verification procedures and specifications.
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Preface
Contacting Tektronix
Phone 1-800-833-9200*
Address T ektronix, Inc.
Department or name (if known)
14200 SW Karl Braun Drive
P.O. Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
USA
Web site www.tektronix.com
Sales support 1-800-833-9200, select option 1*
Service support 1-800-833-9200, select option 2*
Technical support Email: techsupport@tektronix.com
1-800-833-9200, select option 3*
1-503-627-2400
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific time
* This phone number is toll free in North America. After office hours, please leave a
voice mail message.
Outside North America, contact a Tektronix sales office or distributor; see the
Tektronix web site for a list of offices.
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Introduction
Service Strategy
STOP. Throughout this manual, any field-replaceable component, assembly, or
part of this oscilloscope is referred to generically as a module.
This manual contains all the information needed for periodic maintenance of the
TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and TDS 714L Oscilloscopes. (Examples of
such information are procedures for checking performance and for readjustment.)
Further, it contains all information for corrective maintenance down to the
module level. This means that the procedures, diagrams, and other troubleshooting aids help isolate failures to a specific module, rather than to components of
that module. Once a failure is isolated, replace the module with a fresh unit
obtained from the factory.
All modules are listed in Mechanical Parts List. To isolate a failure to a module,
use the fault isolation procedures found in Section 6, Maintenance Information.
To remove and replace any failed module, follow the instructions in Removal and
Installation Procedures, also found in Section 6.
Service Offerings
Warranty Repair Service
Tektronix provides service to cover repair under warranty as well as other
services that may provide a cost-effective answer to your service needs.
Whether providing warranty repair service or any of the other services listed
below, Tektronix service technicians, trained on Tektronix products, are best
equipped to service your TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and
TDS 714L Oscilloscopes. Tektronix technicians are appraised of the latest
information on improvements to the product as well as the latest new options to
the product.
Tektronix warrants this product for three years from date of purchase, excluding
probes for which the warranty is one year. (The warranty appears after the title
page and copyright page in this manual.) Tektronix technicians provide warranty
service at most Tektronix service locations worldwide. Your Tektronix product
catalog lists all service locations worldwide.
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Introduction
Repair or Calibration
Service
The following services may be purchased to tailor repair and/or calibration of
your TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and TDS 714L Oscilloscopes to fit your
requirements.
At-Depot Service. Tektronix offers several standard-priced adjustment (calibration) and repair services:
H A single repair and/or adjustment.
H Calibrations using equipment and procedures that meet the traceability
standards specific to the local area.
H Annual maintenance agreements that provide for either calibration and repair
or calibration only of the oscilloscope.
Of these services, the annual maintenance agreement offers a particularly
cost-effective approach to service for many owners of the TDS 500D,
TDS 600C, TDS 700D and TDS 714L Oscilloscopes. Such agreements can be
purchased to span several years.
On-Site Service. The annual maintenance agreement can be purchased with
on-site service, with repair and calibration done at your facility. This service
reduces the time your oscilloscope is out of service when calibration or repair is
required.
Self Service
Tektronix supports repair to the module level by providing Module Exchange and
Module Repair and Return.
Module Exchange. This service reduces down time for repair by allowing you to
exchange most modules for remanufactured ones. Tektronix ships you an updated
and tested exchange module from the Beaverton, Oregon service center, typically
within 24 hours. Each module comes with a 90-day service warranty.
Module Repair and Return. This service returns to you within 10 days the same
module that you shipped to Tektronix. The module shipped is repaired, tested,
and returned to you from the Beaverton, Oregon service center. It is not updated
to match current modules of the same type. Again, each module comes with a
90-day service warranty.
For More Information. Contact your local Tektronix service center or sales
engineer for more information on any of the repair or adjustment services just
described.
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Before You Begin
Introduction
This manual is for servicing the TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and
TDS 714L Oscilloscopes. To prevent injury to yourself or damage to the
oscilloscope, do the following tasks before you attempt service:
H Read the Safety Summary found at the beginning of this manual.
H Read Service Strategy in this section and Supplying Operating Power in
section 2.
When using this manual for servicing, be sure to read and follow all warnings,
cautions, and notes.
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Specifications
Product Description
This section begins with a general description of the traits of the TDS 500D,
TDS 600C, TDS 700D and TDS 714L oscilloscopes. Three sections follow, one
for each of three classes of traits: nominal traits, warranted characteristics, and
typical characteristics.
The TDS 500D, TDS 600C, TDS 700D and TDS 714L oscilloscopes are
portable, four-channel instruments suitable for use in a variety of test and
measurement applications and systems. Table 1–1 lists key features.
T able 1–1: Key features of TDS 500D, 600C, 700D and 714L oscilloscopes
Feature TDS 600C TDS 500D, TDS 700D & TDS 714L
Digitizing rate,
maximum
TDS 684C: 5 GS/s on ea. of 4 ch
TDS 680C: 5 GS/s on ea. of 2 ch
TDS 654C: 5 GS/s on ea. of 4 ch
TDS 694C: 10 GS/s on ea. of 4 ch
TDS 580D, TDS 784D, TDS 794D:
4 GS/s
TDS 540D, 754D: 2 GS/s
TDS 520D, 724D: 1 GS/s
TDS 714L: 500 MS/s
Analog bandwidth TDS 694C: 3 GHz
TDS 794D: 2 GHz
TDS 580D, TDS 680C, 684C, and 784D: 1 GHz
TDS 520D, 540D, 654C, 714L, 724D and 754D: 500 MHz
No. of Channels TDS 654C, 684C & 694C: 4
TDS 680C: 2 + 2
Record lengths,
maximum
Acquisition modes Sample, envelope, peak detect
15,000 samples
TDS 694C: 30,000 samples
(120,000 with option 1M)
and average
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TDS 540D, 580D,
TDS 714L, 754D, 784D & 794D: 4
TDS 520D & 724D: 2 + 2
50,000 (250,000 on TDS 714L)
samples
(500,000 with option 1M, not available on TDS 714L)
(8,000,000 with option 2M)
Sample, envelope, average, highresolution, and
peak-detect
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Specifications
T able 1–1: Key features of TDS 500D, 600C, 700D and 714L oscilloscopes (cont.)
Feature TDS 500D, TDS 700D & TDS 714LTDS 600C
Trigger modes Modes include:
Edge, logic, and pulse.
Video trigger , with option 05, modes include:
NTSC, SECAM, PAL, HDTV, and FlexFormat.
(Not available on TDS 694C/794D)
Communications Trigger with option 2C (not available on TDS 600C and
TDS 714L), modes include: AMI, CMI, and NRZ
Display TDS 520D, 540D, 580D, 680C: Monochrome
TDS 645C, 684C, 694C, 714L, 724D, 754D, 784D, 794D: Color
Storage Floppy disk drive:
1.44 Mbyte, 3.5 inch, DOS 3.3-or-later floppy disk drive
Internal hard disk drive (optional)
Iomega Zip drive compatible
User Interface
Menus
NVRAM storage for saving waveforms, hardcopies, and setups
I/O Full GPIB programmability.
Hardcopy output using GPIB, RS-232, or Centronics ports
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Two plus Two channel operation allows up to two of the four channels to be
displayed simultaneously. Channels not displayed can be used to couple a triggering
signal to the oscilloscope.
Use a combination of front-panel buttons, knobs, and on-screen menus to control
the many functions of the oscilloscope. The front-panel controls are grouped
according to function: vertical, horizontal, trigger, and special. Set a function you
adjust often, such as vertical positioning or the time base setting, directly by its
own front-panel knob. Set a function you change less often, such as vertical
coupling or horizontal mode, indirectly using a selected menu.
Pressing one (sometimes two) front-panel button(s), such as vertical menu,
displays a main menu of related functions, such as coupling and bandwidth, at
the bottom of the screen. Pressing a main-menu button, such as coupling,
displays a side menu of settings for that function, such as AC, DC, or GND
(ground) coupling, at the right side of the screen. Pressing a side-menu button
selects a setting such as DC.
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Indicators
General Purpose Knob
GUI
On-screen readouts help you keep track of the settings for various functions,
such as vertical and horizontal scale and trigger level. Some readouts use the
cursors or the automatic parameter extraction feature (called measure) to display
the results of measurements made or the status of the instrument.
Assign the general purpose knob to adjust a selected parameter function. More
quickly change parameters by toggling the SHIFT button. Use the same method
as for selecting a function, except the final side-menu selection assigns the
general purpose knob to adjust some function, such as the position of measurement cursors on screen, or the setting for a channel fine gain.
The user interface also makes use of a GUI, or Graphical User Interface, to make
setting functions and interpreting the display more intuitive. Some menus and
status are displayed using iconic representations of function settings, such as
those shown here for full, 250 MHz and 20 MHz bandwidth. Such icons allow
you to more readily determine status or the available settings.
Signal Acquisition System
Horizontal System
The signal acquisition system provides up to four, full-featured vertical channels
with calibrated vertical scale factors from 1 mV to 10 V per division, depending
on TDS model. All channels can be acquired simultaneously.
Each of the full-featured channels can be displayed, vertically positioned, and
offset, and their vertical coupling specified. Some models can have their
bandwidth limited (250 MHz or 20 MHz). Fine gain can also be adjusted.
Besides these channels, up to three math waveforms and four reference waveforms are available for display. (A math waveform results when you specify dual
waveform operations, such as add, on any two channels. A reference waveform
results when you save a waveform in a reference memory).
There are three horizontal display modes: main only, main intensified, and
delayed only. You can select among various horizontal record length settings.
A feature called “Fit to Screen” allows you to view entire waveform records
within the 10 division screen area. Waveforms are compressed to fit on the
screen. See Table 1–2.
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Specifications
Both the delayed only display and the intensified zone on the main intensified
display may be delayed by time with respect to the main trigger. Both can be set
to display immediately after the delay (delayed runs after main mode). The
delayed display can also be set to display at the first valid trigger after the delay
(delayed-triggerable modes).
The delayed display (or the intensified zone) may also be delayed by a selected
number of events. In this case, the events source is the delayed-trigger source.
The delayed trigger can also be set to occur after a number of events plus an
amount of time.
T able 1–2: Record length and divisions per record versus TDS model
Divisions per record
Standard Models Record length
All TDS 500D, TDS600C, TDS 694C,
TDS 700D, & TDS 714L, all channels
500 10 div 10 div
4
1,000 20 div 10 div
FTS1 Off
2
FTS1 On3
2,500 50 div 10 div
5,000 100 div 10 div
15,000 300 div 10 div
TDS 694C, all channels 30,000 600 div 15 div
TDS 500D, TDS 700D, & TDS 714L,
all channels
Models with Option 1M
TDS 694C, all channels 50,000 1,000 div 10 div
TDS 500D, TDS 694C, TDS 700D, &
TDS 714L, all channels
TDS 500D, TDS 694C, TDS 700D, &
TDS 714L, all channels
TDS 694C, all channels 120,000 2,400 div 13 div
TDS 500D, TDS 700D, TDS 714L,
all channels
TDS 520D, one channel only
TDS 540D, TDS 580D, all TDS 700D, &
TDS 714L, one or two channels
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50,000 1,000 div 15 div
Divisions per record
Record length
75,000 1,500 div 15 div
100,000 2,000 div 12 div
130,000 2,600 div 10 div
250,000 5,000 div 10 div
FTS1 Off
2
FTS1 On
3
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TDS 540D, TDS 580D, & all TDS 700D,
one channel only
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500,000 10,000 div 10 div
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