Faulty Tektronix TDS684A scope
"Angus Thomson" wrote in message ... Hi I recently aquired an old(ish) Tektronix digital scope which is faulty and does not start up; instead, the power turns on for 1/2 of a second then off for 1/2 a second and a 'clicking' noise comes from the unit (this process repeats). I take it this is a faulty power supply, possibly tripping out due to excessive current being drawn. I have heard this problem has occured on other Tektronix scopes; has anyone had any experince of this fault, and if so, where exactly does the problem lie?! Thanks! Angus Thomson In general, anywhere. Look for shorted tantalum caps. If possible, disconnect subassemblies. |
Faulty Tektronix TDS684A scope
"Angus Thomson" wrote in
: Hi I recently aquired an old(ish) Tektronix digital scope which is faulty and does not start up; instead, the power turns on for 1/2 of a second then off for 1/2 a second and a 'clicking' noise comes from the unit (this process repeats). I take it this is a faulty power supply, possibly tripping out due to excessive current being drawn. I have heard this problem has occured on other Tektronix scopes; has anyone had any experince of this fault, and if so, where exactly does the problem lie?! Thanks! Angus Thomson Bad news here;TEK did not make service manuals with real schematics and component parts lists for the TDS series scopes,and the PS were purchased units.The TDS scopes are intended to be module-exchange service only,and you will have to check the LTPS( long term product support) list at www.tek.com to see if your particular scope model is still supported.But TEK support will be expensive. I would begin by using a DMM to check the rectifier diodes in the PS,and an ESR meter to check electrolytic caps. -- Jim Yanik,NRA member |
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