Qservice eu electronic spare parts tektronix 211, 212. A common failure is that the mainframe pass transistors come unsoldered at the backplane board and become intermittent. The tm500 and tm5000 rack mount series was born featuring custom designed test instruments chosen by the buyer. Troubleshooting tips on tds300 series power supply documents i wrote based on my own experience working on these scopes for many years. Tektronix 7904 500 mhz oscilloscope with 7a, 7a26 and 2 7b53as.
Tektronix 7000 series another very nice tektronix 7k. The tm5000 series replaced the tm 500 series which added gpib capability to control intelligent plugins. Qservice electronics products and services catalog. These 5000s are not to be confused with the tm5000 series the second generation of tektronixs tm500 test and measurement mainframes, which take plugins like voltmeters, power supplies, function generators, miniature scopes confusingly, and the like which looks similar, but is completely incompatible. Tektronix tektronix 7904 500 mhz oscilloscope with 7a, 7a26 and 2 7b53as vertical system channels two lefthand plugin compartments. The tektronix 7a16 wideband plugin amplifier has calibrated deflection factors from 5 mvdiv to 5 vdiv. Tektronix tm500 series tm503, dm505, fg504, sc501 this is a demonstration of a tektronix tm503 plug in cabinet with dm505, fg504 and sc501 plug ins. Nov 08, 2012 for now, i am going to rule out the mainframe as all the other plug ins are working normally ps5011, ps5022, sg503. Repair and restoration partstektronix tm500 series equipment. Tektronix tm500 series tm503, dm505, fg504, sc501 youtube. The pictures below show the various bare extender pcbs. It was an ebay offering and came loaded with a 5a18n dual trace vertical amp, a 5a21n single trace differential vertical amp and a 5b12n dualdelayed timebase.
The 7l14 spectrum analyzer plugin is a vhfuhf spectrum analyzer module with digital storage capabilities designed for use in the 7000series oscilloscope mainframes. Up to three single width modules can be plugged into the tm503, or one single and one double width module can be accommodated. Fg507 schematic doesnt seem to be available, but almost any tm500. Tektronix tm5003 three slot power mainframe for tm500 series plugins. It includes 7000 series frames and plug ins, tm500 frames and plug ins, and both early and late tek portable scopes, an excellent resource, particularly for identifying equipment, it has some huge detailed equipment pics. The tektronix tm504 is a fourwide power module compatible with all tm500 series plug ins. Ics used in telktronix test equipment, analog, digital. Tektronix part number 070208804, 241pages in a 27mb pdf format file. The plugins are not compatible with other tektronix lines such as. Tektronix tm5003 three slot power mainframe for tm500 series plug ins.
Ive also found a virgin, blank plugin for diy construction. The dm505 is a 3 12 digit multimeter, the fg504 a 40mhz function sweep generator and the sc501. Julians collection of tektronix oscilloscopes, plug ins, and other. Later tektronix would add in plugins to have the scope operate as a. Tektronix tm503 for saledc power supply mainframesdc. This august 21, 1981 tekweek article features the introduction of the tm5000 series. Tektronix tm500 tm5000 series rear interface data book. Used tektronix tek tm502a dc power supply matsolutions. Johnsons tektronix tm500 series test equipment information. The tektronix 7000 series plug ins are used with 7000 series scopes. The tektronix tm502a power module accepts up to two single width tm 500 plugins.
This scope accepts all the tek letter and 1 series plug ins, making it a very versatile instrument. Tektronix introduced a family of modular test and measurement products. Qservice electronics tektronix test equipmentcustom and. I another question is a tektronix 5103n5111 osc any good. Be on the hamfest lookout for tektronix 7000 series mainframes and plugins.
Up to three single width modules can be plugged into the tm503. The main frames had a flexible power supply configuration to support the plugins. All the 530, 540 and 580 series scopes are equipped with more or less the same lt supply lt, i. Or one single and one double width module can be accommodated. The tm5006 power module accepts up to 6 single width tm500 or tm5000 series modules. While there were various mainframes, the 7000 series plug ins worked interchangeably with most all of the mainframes. Tektronix dc 508 1 ghz frequency counter with high stabilty time base option 01 tm500 tm5000 plugin for tm500 or tm5000 frames reconditioned price. Tektronix sg504 leveled sine wave generator with pulse head. One of the really great features of the tm500 tm5000 series is that by directly connecting the correct pins internally on the plugin back plane, many of the plugin modules can talk directly to each other. The tm5000 series replaced the tm500 series which added gpib capability to. These plugins fit in 500series scopes and in external power supply units such as the 127, 2, and 3. The tektronix tm504 is a fourwide power module compatible with all tm500series plugins. The tm500 series of plug ins includes oscilloscopes, function generators, scope calibration equipment, dmms, counters and power supplies. Some plugins run them hot, so the transistors themselves can become intermittent.
Tektronix tm500 mainframes provide power supplies and signal. The tm500 series of instruments are not oscilloscope plug ins, but instead are designed to be placed into power modules such as the tm501, tm503, tm504,tm515 or tm506. Used tektronix electronic test equipment, parts and. Qservice obsolete test equipment spares and manuals. Find great deals on ebay for tektronix tm500 and tektronix tm5000. Tektronix tm503 for saledc power supply mainframesdc power. Operates with a tektronix 7000series oscilloscope and a 7bseries time base unit. The tektronix 7000 series plugins are used with 7000series scopes. Welcome to qservice electronics this site is dedicated to all those who wish to repair or restore their old tektronix test equipment to a top working and cosmetic condition. As can be seen, there are a plethora of modules available.
Tektronix fg502 function generator plugin for tm500 series. Selection guides 1969 catalog supplement introducing the 7000 series parts replacement kits, mod kits, data sheets and other documents. The tektronix tm502a power module accepts up to two single width tm 500 plug ins. With no extender board, i dont think a service manual will help much. Furthermore, each module has rear connections that permit behind the scenes interconnections. Factory trained repair service for tektronix oscilloscopes and tm500, tm5000 test equipment. Tektronix 2445b, 2465b, 2467b series analog oscilloscopes tektronix 314 10 mhz storage oscilloscope tektronix 455 a2b2 465m anusm425 60 100 mhz analog oscilloscopes. You can use the 5a1x5b1x plugins in the 5400series but you cannot use the 5a4x5b4x plugins in the 5100series. Used tektronix electronic test equipment, parts and service.
This was the introduction of the plugin oscilloscope. Tektronix plugin interchangeability electronics forums. These are all i have on tek tm500 families, a tm503 3 slots power module, equipped with 2 mhz fg fg501a and 50 mhz pulsegen pg508. Started with the 530 and 540 series oscilloscopes, the operator could switch in different horizontal sweep or vertical input plugins. Measurements for rfiemi, fm, tv, avionics, navigation, twoway and other communications systems are made with accuracy and convenience.
Richard, the tek 5000series consisted of two divisions. Tektronix tm500series plugins i have cribbed most of these images from all around the internet. They can be configured as fixed or flexible extenders, and the big advantage is i can now extend multi bay plugins. The 7l14 spectrum analyzer plug in is a vhfuhf spectrum analyzer module with digital storage capabilities designed for use in the 7000 series oscilloscope mainframes.
This lightweight, portable, benchtop mainframe includes a tilt bail handle and rear panel power entry, switch, and line selector assembly. Troubleshooting tips on tds300series power supply documents i wrote based on my own experience working on these scopes for many years. Tektronix tm500 and tm5000 series modules and frames. Johnsons tektronix tm 500 series test equipment information. The tektronix tm503 is a threewide power module compatible with all tm500series plugins. Tds series oscilloscopes, 2400 series, 2200 series, 400 series oscilloscopes, tm500 tm5000 plugins and many more. Tek scope service is a tektronix factory trained precision test and measurement repair and restoration service facility for out of. These plugins fit in 500 series scopes and in external power supply units such as the 127, 2, and 3.
They can be configured as fixed or flexible extenders, and the big advantage is i can now extend multi bay plug ins. The breadth of plugins available became the strength of the product line. This scope accepts all the tek letter and 1 series plugins, making it a very versatile instrument. The tektronix tm503 is a threewide power module compatible with all tm500 series plug ins. Skip to vertical horizontal combined vh special purpose vertical plugins.
So far i can say is they are still spot on when i powered it on at the 1st time, the signal accuracy is amazing considering they are 30 years old. Tm500 series modules work in tm5000 series mainframes but not. Mov sg is for signal generator and fg is for function generator. The 7000 series oscilloscopes were produced from about 1970 to 1995. Additionally, tm500 plugins may be used in tm5000 power modules, although they will not be connected to the tm5000series gpib bus and run as if they were plugged into a tm500. Tds series oscilloscopes, 2400 series, 2200 series, 400 series oscilloscopes, tm500 tm5000 plug ins and many more. Tektronix 5000 series 19701990 era shenanigans page 1. Operating manual complete with diagrams for tektronix 212 portable mini analog oscilloscope, pdf file. See the introduction to the 5000 series oscilloscopes for more information, including details on compatibility issues of the 5000 series plugins. Additionally, tm500 plug ins may be used in tm5000 power modules, although they will not be connected to the tm5000 series gpib bus and run as if they were plugged into a tm500. Xyzs of oscilloscopes, windows help file version of the tek document with. Ics used in telktronix test equipment, analog, digital, custom. In the late 1950s 195758, tektronix set a new trend in oscilloscope applications that would continue into the 1980s.
The first one i got in the shack was a 5440, so, in the early parlance, a 5403 acquisition frame with a d40 display, in the rackmount configuration. Oct 09, 2004 interchangeability of various tektronix plug in series. Ive also found a virgin, blank plug in for diy construction. The tm500 series is a very versatile and useful addition to any test bench. For now, i am going to rule out the mainframe as all the other plugins are working normally ps5011, ps5022, sg503. The breadth of plug ins available became the strength of the product line. The tm500 series of plug ins includes oscilloscopes. The tektronix 7a16 wideband plug in amplifier has calibrated deflection factors from 5 mvdiv to 5 vdiv. These plug ins fit in 500 series scopes and in external power supply units such as the 127, 2, and 3.
Tektronix tm500 series tm503, dm505, fg504, sc501 this is a demonstration of a tektronix tm503 plugin cabinet with dm505, fg504 and sc501 plugins. Tektronix 5110 plugin module support tektronix and keithley. The hctek321 is a ruggedized transit case specifically designed to provide travel and storage protection for tds3000b, tps2000, tds2000, tds and tds200 series oscilloscopes. Tek made a number of different oscilloscope chassis and measurement plugins in the series from the early 70s until the mid 90s. If you see an image that is yours in some way, and would like it removed, please email me and i will do so immediately. Also choose from pulse generators, operational amplifiers, bandpass filters, and current probe amplifiers. Operates with a tektronix 7000 series oscilloscope and a 7b series time base unit. Tektronix fg503 plugin download repair parts list here. Tektronix 7000 series another very nice tektronix 7k illustrated index by mark kahrs, click here.
The case protects instruments from shock, vibration and moisture and provides room for associated accessories, such as probes, adapters and manuals. Tektronix pg506 oscilloscope calibration generator. The tm500series of plugins includes oscilloscopes, function generators, scope calibration equipment, dmms, counters and power supplies. I believe that all tm500 stuff of this era had linear regulated power supplies. Qservice eu electronic spare parts reprinted manuals demo. Tektronix tm500 tm5000 power modules 10 manual set ebay. Tektronix tm501 power module mainframe tm500 series 1. Looking to put a decent bench together on a budget.
The bottom left shows the tm500 card, the middle shows the tek7000 and the lower right shows the tek5000 card. This 1985 selection guide for the tm500 series shows the breadth of the product line. The tm500series of instruments are not oscilloscope plugins, but instead are designed to be placed into power modules such as the tm501, tm503, tm504,tm515 or tm506. It is a rack version with option 12 ieee interface. This is a demonstration of a tektronix tm503 plugin cabinet with dm505, fg504 and sc501 plugins.
The bandwidth is determined by the oscilloscope in which it is used. One of the really great features of the tm500tm5000 series is that by directly connecting the correct pins internally on the plugin back plane, many of the plugin modules can talk directly to each other. The tektronix 5000 series plugins are used with 5000 series scopes. Until late last year i had absolutely no idea what this series of gear was all about and its too good not to share. While there were various mainframes, the 7000 series plugins worked interchangeably with most all of the mainframes. Tektronix tm501 power module mainframe tm500 series 1 plug.
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