
Instructions
TDSXF05
TDS Series Digitizing Oscilloscopes
Video Trigger Upgrade Kit (Option 05)
070-9636-02
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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Kit Description
This kit includes parts and instructions to upgrade a standard TDS Series
instrument with Option 05, Video Trigger.
The TDSXF05 Video Trigger kit gives you a variety of tools for investigating
events that occur when a video signal generates a horizontal or vertical sync
pulse. The tools allow you to investigate a range of NTSC, PAL, SECAM and
high definition TV signals. To make one of these kits work, you must have the
Video Trigger hardware (provided in the kit) installed in a TDS Series oscilloscope.
Instruments
TDS500A and later, all serial numbers
TDS600A and later, all serial numbers
TDS700A and later, all serial numbers
Minimum Tools and Equipment List
Tool Part number
Torxdriv driver & T-15, T -20 tip n/a
Torque driver n/a
3/16 inch nut driver n/a
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Kit Description
Kit Parts List
Compt no. Quantity Part number Description
1 ea 01 1-0055-01 Term, coaxial:75 ,1 W, bnc (Video trigger accessory)
1 ea 013-0278-00
070-8762-xx
1 ea 070-8748-xx Manual tech: Instruction, TDS Option 05
1 ea 070-9636-xx Manual Tech: Instructions, TDSXF05, field kit
1 ea 174-0655-00 Cable assy, rf: Video trigger, 50 , coax, sma to petola, 22.4 length. 9-2
2 ea 174-2574-00 Ca assy , sp: Ribbon, 28 awg, 4.875 inches length
1 ea 174-3728-00 Ca assy , sp: Ribbon, 40-pin, 28 awg, 5.15 inches length
1 ea 174-3729-00 Ca assy , sp: Ribbon, 50-pin, 28 awg, 6.0 inches length
1 ea 174-3340-00 Ca assy , sp: Ribbon, 40-pin, 28 awg, 6.4 inches length
Video clamp: Display, back porch clamp (Video trigger accessory)
Manual tech: User,Video Clamp
(Cable for TDS 500A and TDS 600A series except the TDS 684A)
(Cable for the TDS 500B, TDS 600B, TDS 700A and later series and
TDS 684A)
(Cable for the TDS 500B, TDS 600B, TDS 700A and later series and
TDS 684A)
(Cable for the TDS 500A and TDS 600A series except the TDS 684A)
2 ea 214-2270-00 Contact, elec: Clip, attenuators to cabinet
2 ea 210-0409-00 Nut, plain, hex: 8-32 x 0.312 brass, cd plate
2 ea 21 1-0720-00 Screw, assembly, washer: 6-32 x 0.500, pnh, T-15
A27 1 ea 671-4095-00 Circuit board assy: Option connector
A29 1 ea 671-2476-04 Circuit board assy: TV trigger
A14 1 ea 671-2770-00 Circuit board assy: D1-BUS
(For TDS 500A and TDS 600A except TDS 684A)
A14 1 ea 671-2848-00 Circuit board assy: D1-BUS
(For TDS 500B, TDS 600B, TDS 700 and later series and the TDS 684A )
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Service Safety Summary
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 the General Safety Summary in the appropriate TDS Series
service manual before performing any service.
Kit Description
Do Not Service Alone
Avoid Exposed Circuitry
Use Care When Servicing
With Power On
Do not perform internal service on this product unless another person capable of
rendering first aid and resuscitation is present.
To avoid injury, remove jewelry such as rings, watches, and other metallic
objects. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is
present.
Dangerous voltages or currents may exist in this product. Disconnect the power,
remove the battery (if applicable), and disconnect test leads before removing
protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.
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Installation Instructions
These instructions assume a certain familiarity with the instrument. If further
details are required for disassembly or assembly, refer to the appropriate
TDS Series service manual. For assistance to install this kit, please call your
nearest Tektronix, Inc., Service Center or Tektronix Inc., Factory Service.
CAUTION. To prevent static discharge damage, service the instrument only in a
static-free environment. Observe standard handling precautions for static-sensitive devices while installing this kit. Always wear a grounded wrist and foot
strap while installing this kit.
Rear Cover and Cabinet Removal
Equipment required One screwdriver with a size T-20 Torx tip.
1. Install the front cover. Set the oscilloscope face down with the front cover on
the work surface and the bottom facing up (see Figure 1).
2. Unplug the power cord from its receptacle at the rear panel.
3. Using the screwdriver with size T-20 Torx
securing the rear cover to the oscilloscope. Lift off the rear cover.
4. Grasp the left and right edges of the cabinet at the rear. Pull upward to slide
the cabinet off the oscilloscope. Do not bind or snag the cabinet on the
oscilloscope internal cabling of the oscilloscope as you remove it.
tip, remove the four screws
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