Tektronix TDSXF13 Reference manual

Instructions

TDSXF13
RS-232/Centronics Upgrade Kit

070-9634-02

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

The TDSXF13 kit includes parts and instructions for installing Option 13:
RS-232/Centronics Interface into the oscilloscopes listed under Instruments.

Instruments

TDS500A and later All serial numbers
TDS620A/B All serial numbers
TDS640A All serial numbers
TDS680B All serial numbers

Minimum Tools and Equipment List

Tool Part number

One screwdriver with a size T-20 Torx tip n/a
One screwdriver with a size T-15 Torx tip n/a
Torque driver capable of 16 inch-pounds

(1.81 newton-meters)

n/a

Kit Parts List

RS-232/Centronics Upgrade Kit

The following table and Figure 1 identify the parts list for this kit.

Qty Part number Name & description

1 ea 070-9634-xx Manual, tech instructions;TDSXF13
1 ea 070-8567-xx Manual tech: Option 13 RS-232/Centronics
1 ea 672-1397-00 Circuit board assy: ECB/Brkt Assy consisting of the

following: (see Figure 1):
1 ea 671-2437-00 Circuit board assy: RS-232/Centronics
2 ea 407-3825-00 Bracket, ckt bd: plastic, rear
1 ea 386-6182-00 Plate, rear: aluminum, RS-232/Centronics
4 ea 131-0890-01 Lock, connector: 4-40 X 0.312 L, hex hd, stl
2 ea 348-1300-00 Shield, gasket, clip on

1

TDSXF13

Rear plate

Figure 1: RS-232/Centronics hardcopy interface replaceable parts

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 service
manual before performing any service.

RS-232/Centronics

circuit board

Bracket

Connector lock

Do Not Service Alone

Avoid Exposed Circuitry

Use Care When Servicing

With Power On

2

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 the test leads before removing
protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.

RS-232/Centronics Upgrade Kit