Tektronix YT-1S, YT-1 Service manual

Instruction Manual
YT-1 / YT-1S Chart Recorder
070-9947-00 ST905-AD-MMC-010
0910-LP-024-4850
NOTE: This manual is intended for YT-1/YT-1S Chart Recorders serial numbers B030500 and higher, or units that have been upgraded to that level (to identify upgrade, see page 8-5 and note frame cutout next to print head). For instruments with serial numbers B030499 and lower that have not been upgraded, please contact your local Tektronix Customer Service Representative for information regarding module exchange service.
First Printing: Oct. 1998

Copyright E Tektronix, Inc. 1998. All rights reserved. T ektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and

pending. Information in this publication supercedes that in all previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
Printed in the U.S.A. T ektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 1000, Wilsonville, OR 97070–1000 TEKTRONIX, TEK, and YT-1 / YT-1S are registered trademarks of
T ektronix, Inc.

WARRANTY

Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. If any such 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 T ektronix 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. T ektronix 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. 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; 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 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.

Table of Contents

General Safety Summary
Operator Safety Summary vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Safety Summary viii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation and Repacking
Unpacking and Initial Inspection ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Source and Power Requirements ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repacking for Shipment ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions
Instructions for Use 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paper Replacement 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information and Specifications
Product Description 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standards, Documents, and References Used 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Characteristics and Specifications 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operator Performance Checks
Head Alignment Chart Diagnostic and Chart Quality 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories and Options
Standard and Optional Accessories 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theory of Operations
Introduction 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Circuit Description 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Individual Write Command Operation 5-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Individual Read Command Operation 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protocol 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interface Information 5-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration
LCD Chart Diagnostic 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Check 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Maintenance
Required T ools 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventive Maintenance 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Part Removal/Replacement 7-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical 7-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shipping Instructions 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replaceable Parts
Parts Ordering Information 8-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Replaceable Parts 8-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Replaceable Parts 8-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exploded View Diagram 8-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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General Safety Summary

CAUTION. Do not operate this product without paper installed, or, if operating when the paper runs out, shut the power off immediately. Printing without paper might burn out the printhead.

Operator Safety Summary

Power Sources

This product is intended to operate from a power source supplied by the parent instrument. Do not attempt to power this module by any other means.

Grounding the Instrument

This product is grounded through the parent instrument. A protective ground connection is essential for safe operation.

Danger Arising From Loss of Ground

Upon loss of the protective-ground connection, all accessible conductive parts (including knobs and controls that appear to be insulating) can render an electric shock.
Refer to connector changes to qualified service personnel.

Do Not Operate in Explosive Atmospheres

T o avoid explosion, do not operate this product in an explosive atmosphere unless it has been specifically certified for such operation.
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General Safety Summary

Do Not Remove Covers or Panels

T o avoid personal injury, do not remove the product covers or panels. Do not operate the product without the covers and panels properly installed.

Service Safety Summary

CAUTION. For qualified service personnel only . Refer also to the preceding Operator Safety Summary.

Do Not Service Alone

Do not perform internal service adjustment of this product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is present.
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Use Care When Servicing With Power On

Dangerous voltages exist at several points in this product. To avoid personal injury, do not touch exposed connections and components while power is on.
Disconnect power before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.
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Installation and Repacking

Unpacking and Initial Inspection

Before unpacking the YT-1/YT-1S from its shipping container or carton, inspect for signs of external damage. If the carton is damaged, notify the carrier. The shipping carton contains the basic instrument and its standard accessories. Refer to the replaceable parts list for a complete listing.
If the contents of the shipping container are incomplete, if there is mechanical damage or defect, or if the instrument does not meet operational check requirements, contact your local T ektronix Field Office or representative. If the shipping container is damaged, notify the carrier as well as T ektronix.
The instrument was inspected both mechanically and electrically before shipment. It should be free of mechanical damage and meet or exceed all electrical specifications. Procedures to check operational performance are in the parent instruction service manual. Procedures to check electrical and mechanical specifications are in the Calibration section of this manual.

Power Source and Power Requirements

The YT-1/YT-1S is intended to be operated from the parent instruments power supply. A protective ground connection by way of proper installation in the parent instrument is essential for safe operation.
Further information on the YT-1/YT-1S power requirements can be found in the Operator Safety Summary and in the Operator section.

Repacking for Shipment

If the YT-1/YT-1S is to be shipped to a Tektronix Service Center for service or repair, attach a tag showing the name and address of the owner, name of the individual at your firm that can be contacted, complete serial number, and a description of the service required. If
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the original packaging is unfit for use or is not available, repackage the instrument per the instructions near the end of the Maintenance section in this manual.
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Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Instructions for Use

Making permanent records with the 1500-series is easy with the Tektronix YT-1/YT-1S Digital Chart Recorder.
CAUTION. Do not operate this product without paper installed, or, if operating when the paper runs out, shut the power off immediately. Printing without paper might burn out the printhead.
1. Make sure the desired waveform (or waveforms) is displayed on
the LCD.
2. Slide back the protective cover on the recorder. Push PRINT on
the front panel of the chart recorder.
3. When the chart recorder has finished, tear off the paper
recording, pulling the paper to the left. You may prefer to close the door prior to tearing off the chart to facilitate a cleaner tear.
Making chart recordings with the YT-1/YT-1S will reduce the charge of the battery pack (if so equipped) in the parent instrument. Read the appropriate battery information in the parent instrument Operator section.

Paper Replacement

1. Turn the knurled knob on the front panel of the chart recorder
counter-clockwise until it loosens. Pull the unit from the parent instrument. Set the YT-1/YT-1S with the front panel to the right.
2. With your thumbs, push the frame surrounding the motor pulley.
Push until the motor assembly latch locks the motor assembly to the side frame. This loosens the tension in the paper path, allowing any remaining paper to be removed.
3. Remove the paper retaining knob. Remove any paper and the
empty paper core.
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4. Following the diagram on the top of the recorder, place a fresh
roll of paper in the recorder so the paper unwinds off the right side of the roll into the paper path (looking down on the recorder, the paper unrolls clockwise). T earing the end of the paper roll on a slant will facilitate placing the paper in the slot.
5. Assure that the paper drops down into the paper path without
binding, and the paper protrudes through the slot in the front of the instrument. Release the keeper from the frame, and the paper drive mechanism will return to the operating position.
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General Information and
Specifications

General Information and Specifications

Product Description

The Tektronix YT-1/YT-1S Chart Recorder is an optional accessory for a parent instrument (e.g., the 1500B/C-series Metallic Time Domain Reflectometers). It is designed to plug into the instrument in the option port.
The YT-1/YT-1S has a water resistant door that covers the record paper slot.
A chart recording is a permanent record. It can be of great service in fault interpretation (e.g., a chart recording of a fault can be compared to that of an acceptable test).

Standards, Documents, and References Used

T erminology used in this manual is in accordance with industry practice. Abbreviations are in accordance with ANSI Y1.1-1972, with exceptions and additions explained in parentheses in the test. Graphic symbology is based on ANSI Y32.2-1975. Logic symbology is based on ANSI Y32.14-1973 and manufacturers data books or sheets. A copy of ANSI standards may be obtained from the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, 345 47th Street, New York, NY 10017.

Characteristics and Specifications

The tables on the following pages list the electrical characteristics and features that apply to the T ektronix YT-1/YT-1S Chart Recorder when it is installed in a T ektronix 1500B/C-series TDR instrument and after a 20 minute warm-up.
The Performance Requirement column describes the limits of the characteristic and Supplemental Information column describes features and typical values or information that might be helpful.
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Printing Specifications

Characteristic
Writing method Direct thermal
Chart paper Roll type, 50 mm. Outside
End-of-roll warn­ing
Print color Black
Print density Solid black print pattern
Background den­sity
Performance Required Supplemental Infor.
Example: See Tektronix dia. 50 mm max. Accept 15 mm spindle. Thermal coating facing inside roll. Will allow recorder to meet print density spec.
Shall be marked by a red line beginning 5 ft. from the end of the roll.
shall measure at 1.1D on Kodak Gray Scale.
Less than 0.2 D when
stored at 70°C for 24 hours.
part number in Accessories
section.
Pattern created by printing
40 element blocks three
times each until a 360 bit
wide by at least 200 bit long
(45 mm by 25 mm min.)
image is formed. Density
measurement made with an
appropriate Densitometer.
Patten print at 25°C ± 5°C.
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Print drop-outs No more than 1% of the
elements to be printed shall fail to print. Adjacent fail­ures shall number three or less.
Print element width
Addressable print elements
Print field width 48 mm
Alignment of print field
0.12 5mm
384 (48 8-bit bytes)
Entire print field must lie on paper.
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Printing Specifications (Cont.)

Characteristic Supplemental Infor.Performance Required
Orthogonality of print field
Paper movement per ADVANCE command
Record length 10.87 to 12.76 inches Algo-
Print time Typical 20 seconds Algo-
A line printed across the paper shall be perpendicu­lar to the edge of the paper within 1.0 degrees.
0.125 mm, ± 0.01 mm
rithm dependent
rithm dependent.

Power Specifications

Characteristic
+5 Volts +5 V ± 5%, 500 mW max Power is applied to recorder
+16 Volts +16 Volts ± 10%. Average

Mechanical Characteristics

YT-1/YT-1S plugs into the parent instrument Option Port.
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Performance Required Supplemental Infor.
only while it is operating.
Power = 12 W max. Peak current not to exceed 1.7 A.
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General Information and Specifications

Environmental Specifications Apply when chart recorder is properly installed in a 1500B/C-series TDR Option Port.

Characteristic
Temperature: Operating Non-operating
Humidity: Operating
Non-operating
Altitude Operating Non-operating
Vibration 5 to 15 Hz, 0.7 g
Shock 30 g, 11 ms 1/2 sine wave-
Salt atmosphere 48 hours, 20% solution. Per
Electromagnetic compatibility
Performance Required Supplemental Infor.
–10°C to +55°C –62°C to +85°C
0 to 100% RH, excluding condensing 0 to 100% RH, including condensation
To 15,000 ft above sea level To 40,000 ft above sea level
MIL-T-28800C 15 to 25 Hz, 1.3 g 25 to 55 Hz, 3.0 g
form three shocks in each direction on each axis.
MIL-T-28800C.
When operated in host instrument, unit meets the following requirements of MIL-STD-461A: CE02, CE04, CS02, CS06, RE02, RE02.1, RS03, RS03.1.
Prolonged exposure to
temperatures above 70°C
might cause thermal paper
to darken.
Shock or vibration greater
than1g may cause tempo-
rary trace discontinuity.
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Electrostatic dis­charge
Water resistance Splash-proof and drip-proof
3 kV to 20 kV, Tekronix standard 062–2862–XX
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