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Re: Parallel resistance spreadsheet

 

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As I have learned so many times the hard way, there are several apps on the web that do this automatically.

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One I found to be particularly helpful is this one that will calculate to any precision you desire down to 1% with any values you might find in your junk drawer and it tells you the deviation from your desired percentage and which of the values will give the closest match.

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Dennis

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From: TekScopes@... [mailto:TekScopes@...] On Behalf Of Reed Dickinson
Sent: Monday, March 11, 2013 12:58 PM
To: TekScopes@...
Subject: [TekScopes] Parallel resistance spreadsheet

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Nothing works, back to the drawing bored!

On 3/11/2013 12:54 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:

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Well gang, maybe the third time will bear fruit.? I shortened the file name.? If this does not work then save the files PAR.* in a folder and open with your spreadsheet program.? I did not test it in Access but it works in Lotus.

Reed

On 3/11/2013 12:48 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:

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I just tried to read the file PARALLEL.WK1 that came back form Tekscopes and it was corrupted.? I will re-attach another copy.? Lets see how this one works.

On 3/11/2013 12:28 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:

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There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance
calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select
a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value
desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of
5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a
copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...

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Parallel resistance spreadsheet

 

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Well gang, sending in Lotus 123 apparently did not work so I will try sending as an OpenOffice file.

Reed

There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance
calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select
a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value
desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of
5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a
copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...


Re: Parallel resistance spreadsheet

 

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Thanks David.? I will re-send it using Open Office files.
On 3/11/2013 1:07 PM, David Holland wrote:

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Worked for me.....


Very useful, IMO. ? ?Loads ok with OpenOffice,

Thanks!

David


On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 3:58 PM, Reed Dickinson <reed714@...> wrote:


Nothing works, back to the drawing bored!

On 3/11/2013 12:54 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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Well gang, maybe the third time will bear fruit.? I shortened the file name.? If this does not work then save the files PAR.* in a folder and open with your spreadsheet program.? I did not test it in Access but it works in Lotus.

Reed


On 3/11/2013 12:48 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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I just tried to read the file PARALLEL.WK1 that came back form Tekscopes and it was corrupted.? I will re-attach another copy.? Lets see how this one works.


On 3/11/2013 12:28 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance
calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select
a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value
desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of
5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a
copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...









Re: Parallel resistance spreadsheet

 

Worked for me.....

Very useful, IMO. ? ?Loads ok with OpenOffice,

Thanks!

David


On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 3:58 PM, Reed Dickinson <reed714@...> wrote:


Nothing works, back to the drawing bored!

On 3/11/2013 12:54 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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Well gang, maybe the third time will bear fruit.? I shortened the file name.? If this does not work then save the files PAR.* in a folder and open with your spreadsheet program.? I did not test it in Access but it works in Lotus.

Reed


On 3/11/2013 12:48 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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I just tried to read the file PARALLEL.WK1 that came back form Tekscopes and it was corrupted.? I will re-attach another copy.? Lets see how this one works.


On 3/11/2013 12:28 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance
calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select
a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value
desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of
5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a
copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...








Parallel resistance spreadsheet [2 Attachments]

 

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Nothing works, back to the drawing bored!

On 3/11/2013 12:54 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:

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Well gang, maybe the third time will bear fruit.? I shortened the file name.? If this does not work then save the files PAR.* in a folder and open with your spreadsheet program.? I did not test it in Access but it works in Lotus.

Reed


On 3/11/2013 12:48 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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I just tried to read the file PARALLEL.WK1 that came back form Tekscopes and it was corrupted.? I will re-attach another copy.? Lets see how this one works.


On 3/11/2013 12:28 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance
calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select
a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value
desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of
5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a
copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...





Parallel resistance spreadsheet [2 Attachments]

 

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Well gang, maybe the third time will bear fruit.? I shortened the file name.? If this does not work then save the files PAR.* in a folder and open with your spreadsheet program.? I did not test it in Access but it works in Lotus.

Reed


On 3/11/2013 12:48 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:

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I just tried to read the file PARALLEL.WK1 that came back form Tekscopes and it was corrupted.? I will re-attach another copy.? Lets see how this one works.


On 3/11/2013 12:28 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:
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There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance
calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select
a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value
desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of
5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a
copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...




Parallel resistance spreadsheet [1 Attachment]

 

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I just tried to read the file PARALLEL.WK1 that came back form Tekscopes and it was corrupted.? I will re-attach another copy.? Lets see how this one works.


On 3/11/2013 12:28 PM, Reed Dickinson wrote:

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There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance
calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select
a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value
desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of
5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a
copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...



Parallel resistance spreadsheet

 

There was a thread a few weeks ago about a parallel resistance calculator. I created a spreadsheet that allows you to instantly select a pair of 5% resistors to yield just about any resistance value desired. I used the @VLOOKUP function in Lotus 123 and every value of 5% resistor from 10 Ohms up to 36MOhms is included. I will attach a copy to this note. Please reply if any improvements can be incorporated.

Reed Dickinson
reed714@...


Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up

Dave C
 

See my U800 heat sink:


Dave


On Mar 10, 2013, at 11:05 AM, machineguy59 wrote:

Second, I built a heat sink for U800 by modifying an old heat sonk from a computer video board. ?It was messsy to cut notches for adjacent parts but it was worth it. ?I have a heat sink that fits well and seems to work well. ?It screws to the same screws that hold the U800 but I was careful to no overtighten. ?I can post or mail pictures if anyone is interested.
Mac


Re: 7L13 'Center Frequency' display issue

Michael
 

Oops, wrong post reference, my last post, 89603 was in ref. to post 88852, not 7360. (Goodness knows where THAT came from.)
~Michael

--- In TekScopes@..., "Michael" <af7u@...> wrote:



Hello everyone,
This post is a follow up from post #7360, and my 7L13 with center frequency LED readout all zeros. I am a bit further along with my investigation. I now understand the operation 'somewhat' more. I have looked over the diagrams and taken some voltage readings, I also understand the basic DVM logic and readout operation which sends data to the LCD and the CRT. I have an article from a Jan, 1975 '73' magazine which talks about the Fairchild 3814 digital voltmeter. I must admit I am not too clear on the 'Analog' section of the meter. On board 'A2100', diagram 12, the input to pin 2 of U2110 comes from plug P2540 pin 4. Looking over the A2500 board shows that pin 4 goes to chassis ground. Why would pin 2 from U2110 go all the way back to A2500 to reach chassis ground.

Anyway, the A2000 board seems to be working, albeit the frequency of the clock oscillator is not 200kHz as the diagram shows, it is running at 153.7kHz, though amplitude is good at 5 volts, I would think that would affect calibration but not operation. Back on A2100, the tuning control voltage at R2104 is good, it swings from + - 9.6 volts. The output of U2110 swings + - 10.7 volts. The DCPL Supply rails 15, -15, and 5 volts are all good. The reference voltage at the cathode of VR2115 (Zener) is 3.1, not the 3.3 volts is shows. Voltage at TP 2100, (output of U2130) is 11.65, a bit higher than the listed 11.3 volts. The voltages around the N-channel FET (Q2120) is Drain = 3.37 volts, Source = -3.1 volts, and Gate = -3.5 volts, are those in the ball park?

Needless to say there is NO signals present, waveform, 1, 2, 3, and 4 are all missing. Lines 'E' and 'F' are both quiet, the voltages on 'E' are 7.08 volts, on 'F' the voltage is 5.12 volts which swings a bit higher when I adjust center frequency, up to 5.44 volts. Of course 'E' has no signal as would be expected without drive from U2145 there is nothing to trigger the multivibrator U2030 on board A2000 sending a signal back up line 'F'. I keep thinking of this in terms of a frequency counter, I keep thinking there should be a driving input signal. I try to keep in mind it's a voltmeter, and keep in mind the circuit description given in the manual. It describes a ramp signal coming from the output of U2110, I don't understand that statement. The 'Tune' voltage is just a DC voltage, plus to minus. The minus input of U2120 goes to chassis ground??? What 'RAMP' are they speaking about?

Lastly the manual's circuit description on page 5-10 talks about a positive going ramp from U2110, aren't these just DC levels, what 'Ramp' are they talking about?

Okay, I see there are a lot of questions here. I had better post this and hope for the best. It's a great 7L13, it works well, but without a 'Center' frequency display, it's pretty much just a toy. Also, I do appreciate the feedback~!~ I am not accustom to working on test equipment, my experience has been mostly all in Hi-Fi, but this has been very interesting.

Thanks again VERY MUCH...
~Michael - AF7U







--- In TekScopes@..., "Michael" <af7u@> wrote:

I sure appreciate the input, I will give everything a go once I get it on my bench. Should be this weekend or first of next week. Thanks again,
~Michael



--- In TekScopes@..., "Christopher Hilton-Johnson" <chj@> wrote:

Also make sure that the 2 boards, A2100 DVM analog board and A2000, DVM
logic & readout board are only connected/touching where they should.
There needs to be a small space (say 1mm or less) between each - a piece
of thin card between the two will suffice. If the boards touch the
display can freeze, you can lose the units digit on the SA (although the
7Kxx readout still works). OP is spot on - also remove clean & reseat
the A2000 board actives.

Beyond that you need to start looking at the A2100 board & follow the
volts! The manual gives an excellent description of what should happen.
On the basis that neither readout works, it is more likely the A2100,
analog board you need to look at.

Chris HJ



My 7L13 display was cured by pulling and reseating the DIPs on the RO
board. IC pins were visibly tarnished. Symptoms not as complete as
yours, but AFAIR the display would intermittently 'freeze' while tuning
continued.

--- In TekScopes@... <mailto:TekScopes%40yahoogroups.com> ,
"Michael" wrote:

Hi all,
I have a 7L13 Spectrum Analyzer out in the field, it's not in front of
me right now but I will pick it up later this week. I've seen the unit
and the 'Center Frequency' LED read-out is stuck, and reads '0000', also
the same value is being sent to the CRT display. The analyzer is sitting
in a 7000 series mainframe and the mainframe works fine in every other
way. In fact, the spectrum analyzer works fine, just the 'Center
Frequency' display stays on zeros. The 'Tuning' works and adjusts
correctly. It is used with a TR-502 and that combination also works, you
just don't know where you are frequency wise. You can place a frequency
counter on the AUX out of the TR-502 and manually scan the bandwidth and
read the frequency on the counter. It appears everything is fine, just
the readout is non-functional, or at least stuck on zeros. I thought it
was curious the display in the 7000 is also reading zeros too. I will
have it in front of me next week but I thought I would see if anyone had
any thoughts before I open it up.


Thanks in advance,
~Michael - AF7U

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Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up

Dave C
 

Can you please give the link?

Thanks,
Dave


The spead sheet posted at Tekarc was very helpful and still relevant.
...Mac


Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up

Dave C
 

Please post photos & drawings of your heat sink to the Photos area & Files area on the group's page on the Yahoo Groups web site.

Thanks,
Dave



Second, I built a heat sink for U800 by modifying an old heat sonk from a computer video board. It was messsy to cut notches for adjacent parts but it was worth it. I have a heat sink that fits well and seems to work well. It screws to the same screws that hold the U800 but I was careful to no overtighten. I can post or mail pictures if anyone is interested.


Re: calibration help for my TDS544A

Dan Fish
 

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Yes, it is possible with an HP8640B, but probably not with 8656B because of lower maximum amplitude. ? I have done it with a 8640 before I got my SG503/504 (and made the SG-504 leveling head from the kit described in many messages in this forum).? The HP signal generator is not "leveled" with the output cable included, so the signal delivered at the end of the cable is less than the signal level at the meter by the amount of cable loss.? At low frequency (6MHz "reference") the loss is insignificant, but increases to about 1dB at hundreds of MHz.? So you have to adjust amplitude each time you change a higher frequency in the procedure.? I had a Booton RF millivoltmeter that allowed me to get through the procedure, but this makes it even more tedious.? You can save money by buying an SG-504 without the head and then building the kit (if you can deal with tiny parts like 0402).? Note that a "good" SG-504 will show no output signal unless it is connected to a head.

Dan


On 3/7/2013 10:00 AM, bddicch wrote:

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hi night walker is it not possible to do with HP 8656B signal generator...and not with the sg503 +sg504 that is much to expensive indead.. the comp. part i knew..



How to clean old scopes is explained in the archives in great detail

 

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To Cliff and others,

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Cleaning out old scopes is a topic that has been answered in great detail several times over.

I scanned and published the original TekScopes article on how Tek does it. It is in the archives.

Please take the time to search our archives before resurrecting this topic yet again.

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Dennis

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From: TekScopes@... [mailto:TekScopes@...] On Behalf Of Cliff White
Sent: Sunday, March 10, 2013 1:43 PM

I've heard that Tek would wash out all the scopes they got back for repair to remove dust/smoke, etc from the inside of the unit. Is this still doable with 60+ year old components? I'm kinda hesitant to have at it with the water hose, but I don't really see how it would hurt either... Ideas?

--
Respectfully,
Cliff White, W5CNW
w5cnw@...




Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up

 

Hi,

Great report.


Jerry Massengale



-----Original Message-----
From: machineguy59
To: TekScopes
Sent: Sun, Mar 10, 2013 1:05 pm
Subject: [TekScopes] Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up

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You guys are super. Thanks you again for the warm welcome and helpful advice. I finally got some time to apply some of it and want to give you a status update.

First, I dismantled the front control panel and cleaned everything. There was a minor amount of residue from an old spill (I feared it would be worse) but overall the inside is remarkably clean. I did find that someone had previously glued some knob covers to their inserts and they broke during tear down. I plan to order replacements but I CAN glue them back if necessary.

Second, I built a heat sink for U800 by modifying an old heat sonk from a computer video board. It was messsy to cut notches for adjacent parts but it was worth it. I have a heat sink that fits well and seems to work well. It screws to the same screws that hold the U800 but I was careful to no overtighten. I can post or mail pictures if anyone is interested.

Third, Patrick, your advice to measure voltages on J119 (the test point for regulated low voltage on the mainboard) is spot on. The -8 volt supply is only at -6.4 volts (a 20% error). Also, several voltages have ripple that is far out of spec (I didnt record actual values but will before repairs are started). My review of the schematics shows that -8 supply only feeds the two vertical pre-amps (U100 and U200) and the op amp that sets paramters for VAR gain and DC ballance (U160). My conclusion is that you were right, the -8 volt supply is failing (probably the output filter cap) and this drooping voltage causes the vertical pre-amp gains to be off and variable. Alternatively, one of the preamps or the op amp is overloading the supply but this seems unlikely since other preamp functions are working.

Fourth, I ordered new caps for the entire LVPS (both boards). The spead sheet posted at Tekarc was very helpful and still relevant. All parts are still available at Mouser. I verified this list with the service manual for the 2465 and found I need two additional caps (C1112, and C1050). I also chose to order replacements for the ceramic caps but will probably not change them out since ceramics seem to have a long life expectancy. I apprecaiate any advice on this decision.

Fifth, I found that the case fan is not running. The shaft turns freely and feels to run smoothly but the fan does not turn. If I give it a spin by hand it just stops with no apparent self motivation. So I have a fan to repair. Its one of the "original" designs with a separate transistorized drive board. These were very quiet fans so I will try to restore this one.

So work continues in my spare time. I expect a complete restoration will be possible. I will post updates of my progress along the way. But I wanted to post this thank you for the excellent help I have received from this group. I would not take on this project without your advice.

Mac


--- In TekScopes@..., "Patrick Wong" wrote:
>
> Hi Mac,
>
> I recommend that you add qservice.tv as a favorite in your browser because you can get lots of useful information about Tektronix scopes there.
>
> For example, you will see that the part number for the 2465 low voltage power supply has a slightly different suffix compared to the LVPS for the 2465A and 2465B. Therefore I would not assume that a parts list compiled for a 2465B will work 100% for your unit. It might be 95% correct, or might be further off.
>
> When I worked on the LVPS for my 2465A and 2467 I found small differences between the capacitors. There were a few non-polarized electrolytics in the 2465A power supply. Both scopes were built in mid-1988. Therefore, even within the 2465A/2467 generation, you cannot count on the LV power supplies being identical with regards to capacitor content.
>
> I also recommend you replace the two AC X2 line filtering capacitors as you will probably see the yellow transparent plastic body has lots of cracking. This is a potential failure area especially in Europe where the AC line voltage is 220V or more.
>
> With regards to the CH1 and CH2 gain problem, I doubt the preamp hybrids are the problem. Assuming the 2465 has similar circuitry as 2465A in this area, I suggest you look at U160, a quad op-amp which controls the gain and DC balance for U100 and U200 (see schematic #4 which shows the vertical attenuators and preamp section.) U160 is powered by the +15V and -8V power supplies (see the power distribution diagram) so a problem with either of those two may help explain the gain problem you noticed.
>
> Meanwhile the CH3/CH4 hybrid is powered by the +5V and -5V supplies.
>
> Does your A5 board have a lithium battery soldered to one end? If so, that maintains calibration constants.
>
> Assuming the battery is original, I suggest you add a replacement battery to your parts ordering form. You will need to maintain voltage with a lab power supply while unsoldering and replacing the battery (using a non-grounded soldering iron.)
>
> Good luck,
>
> Patrick Wong AK6C
>
> --- In TekScopes@..., "machineguy59" wrote:
> >
> > ...That parts list is for a 2365B but it looks to me that it will also work for a 2465. Does anyone know if there are differences?
> >
> > Then, with the heat sink on U800 and the knowledge the glue is cleaned out, I will resume the quest to find why the gain is messed up on Ch 1 and Ch 2. This gain on Ch ! and Ch 2 is my only serious concer for the scope.
>


Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up

 

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Most likely C1101 and C1102 on the low voltage power supply are bad resulting in the unregulated -8 volts being out of spec. These two capacitors are on the A3 board.
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----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, March 11, 2013 1:24 AM
Subject: [TekScopes] Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up

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Yes, I followed the service manual directions, loosened the nut on the collet, held my breath and pulled twice at 90 degrees rotations. The second pull let go and the fan came off clean. Guess I was living right today. I cna take pics if it will help anyone. I would try to make impression molds if someone wants to model this for a 3D printer.

I also got a chance to measure voltages and rough measures of ripple on J119, the test point for the main board. All values are almost in spec except for pin 11 the -8 volt supply to the channel 1 and 2 inputs. There I found the voltage at -6.4 volts (as I reported before) with a triangle waveform riding on top of over 150 millivolts. I am convinced this is the same waveform that corrupts the Ch1 and Ch2 traces. Now I have to separate cause from effect (is the power corrupt because its overloaded or is the regulator faulty). I also measured the voltage supply at U160 and found this tringle wave on the DC power. Overall, good progress for today.

I think my next step will be to tear down the LVPS to repair the fan and inspect the -8 volt regulator while its apart. My goal is to correct the power supply before replacing all the electrolytic and film caps.

--- In TekScopes@..., "Tom Miller" wrote:
>
> There are no brushes in that motor.
>
> There is an end play adjustment on the rear bearing but it requires removal of the pc board to get to.
> Did the fan just pull off the shaft?
>
> T
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: machineguy59
> To: TekScopes@...
> Sent: Sunday, March 10, 2013 6:14 PM
> Subject: [TekScopes] Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up
>
>
>
> I will post my experience repairing the fan when I have it completed. But for now, the fan and squirrel cage appear to be intact. The collet is functional although I have not taken the jaws out of the sleeve yet. I was careful removing them and it all looks good to me.
>
> I suspect either the motor windings (not likley I think), the motor "brushes" (more likely), or the drive transistors (what I am hoping for). I will keep my fingers crossed.
>
> --- In TekScopes@..., "Tom Miller" wrote:
> >
> > We will be interested in how you resolve the fan problem.
> >
> > it is a well known issue. Most likely the plastic fan collet has broken.
> > Hey, I wonder if this part (or something similar) could be made with the 3D printer?
> >
> >
> > Tom
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: machineguy59
> > To: TekScopes@...
> > Sent: Sunday, March 10, 2013 2:05 PM
> > Subject: [TekScopes] Re: New here with a 2465 to clean up
> >
> >
> >
> > You guys are super. Thanks you again for the warm welcome and helpful advice. I finally got some time to apply some of it and want to give you a status update.
> >
> > First, I dismantled the front control panel and cleaned everything. There was a minor amount of residue from an old spill (I feared it would be worse) but overall the inside is remarkably clean. I did find that someone had previously glued some knob covers to their inserts and they broke during tear down. I plan to order replacements but I CAN glue them back if necessary.
> >
> > Second, I built a heat sink for U800 by modifying an old heat sonk from a computer video board. It was messsy to cut notches for adjacent parts but it was worth it. I have a heat sink that fits well and seems to work well. It screws to the same screws that hold the U800 but I was careful to no overtighten. I can post or mail pictures if anyone is interested.
> >
> > Third, Patrick, your advice to measure voltages on J119 (the test point for regulated low voltage on the mainboard) is spot on. The -8 volt supply is only at -6.4 volts (a 20% error). Also, several voltages have ripple that is far out of spec (I didnt record actual values but will before repairs are started). My review of the schematics shows that -8 supply only feeds the two vertical pre-amps (U100 and U200) and the op amp that sets paramters for VAR gain and DC ballance (U160). My conclusion is that you were right, the -8 volt supply is failing (probably the output filter cap) and this drooping voltage causes the vertical pre-amp gains to be off and variable. Alternatively, one of the preamps or the op amp is overloading the supply but this seems unlikely since other preamp functions are working.
> >
> > Fourth, I ordered new caps for the entire LVPS (both boards). The spead sheet posted at Tekarc was very helpful and still relevant. All parts are still available at Mouser. I verified this list with the service manual for the 2465 and found I need two additional caps (C1112, and C1050). I also chose to order replacements for the ceramic caps but will probably not change them out since ceramics seem to have a long life expectancy. I apprecaiate any advice on this decision.
> >
> > Fifth, I found that the case fan is not running. The shaft turns freely and feels to run smoothly but the fan does not turn. If I give it a spin by hand it just stops with no apparent self motivation. So I have a fan to repair. Its one of the "original" designs with a separate transistorized drive board. These were very quiet fans so I will try to restore this one.
> >
> > So work continues in my spare time. I expect a complete restoration will be possible. I will post updates of my progress along the way. But I wanted to post this thank you for the excellent help I have received from this group. I would not take on this project without your advice.
> >
> > Mac
> >
> >
> > --- In TekScopes@..., "Patrick Wong" wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi Mac,
> > >
> > > I recommend that you add qservice.tv as a favorite in your browser because you can get lots of useful information about Tektronix scopes there.
> > >
> > > For example, you will see that the part number for the 2465 low voltage power supply has a slightly different suffix compared to the LVPS for the 2465A and 2465B. Therefore I would not assume that a parts list compiled for a 2465B will work 100% for your unit. It might be 95% correct, or might be further off.
> > >
> > > When I worked on the LVPS for my 2465A and 2467 I found small differences between the capacitors. There were a few non-polarized electrolytics in the 2465A power supply. Both scopes were built in mid-1988. Therefore, even within the 2465A/2467 generation, you cannot count on the LV power supplies being identical with regards to capacitor content.
> > >
> > > I also recommend you replace the two AC X2 line filtering capacitors as you will probably see the yellow transparent plastic body has lots of cracking. This is a potential failure area especially in Europe where the AC line voltage is 220V or more.
> > >
> > > With regards to the CH1 and CH2 gain problem, I doubt the preamp hybrids are the problem. Assuming the 2465 has similar circuitry as 2465A in this area, I suggest you look at U160, a quad op-amp which controls the gain and DC balance for U100 and U200 (see schematic #4 which shows the vertical attenuators and preamp section.) U160 is powered by the +15V and -8V power supplies (see the power distribution diagram) so a problem with either of those two may help explain the gain problem you noticed.
> > >
> > > Meanwhile the CH3/CH4 hybrid is powered by the +5V and -5V supplies.
> > >
> > > Does your A5 board have a lithium battery soldered to one end? If so, that maintains calibration constants.
> > >
> > > Assuming the battery is original, I suggest you add a replacement battery to your parts ordering form. You will need to maintain voltage with a lab power supply while unsoldering and replacing the battery (using a non-grounded soldering iron.)
> > >
> > > Good luck,
> > >
> > > Patrick Wong AK6C
> > >
> > > --- In TekScopes@..., "machineguy59" wrote:
> > > >
> > > > ...That parts list is for a 2365B but it looks to me that it will also work for a 2465. Does anyone know if there are differences?
> > > >
> > > > Then, with the heat sink on U800 and the knowledge the glue is cleaned out, I will resume the quest to find why the gain is messed up on Ch 1 and Ch 2. This gain on Ch ! and Ch 2 is my only serious concer for the scope.
> > >
> >
>


Re: 475 Issues

Mark Wendt
 

On 03/10/2013 05:19 PM, anson_williams@... wrote:
Also looking at old messages about the 475 I found this.

"There's also a bluish 1% resistor (with the scope upside-down as you
look on the main board with the front panel facing you, it's along
the left edge maybe 2 or 3 inches from the front) that overheats,
turns brownish and changes value, goofing up the timebases. If
there's a black resistor in that spot, the mod has already been
made. Otherwise, it needs replaced with a higher-power resistor."

I have that resistor it's bluish green is is browning in the middle. Should I replace it with one of the same value but higher wattage? Not sure what he is saying but taht would make the most sense. I don't know its current wattage as I don't know the number but it looks to be at least a watt.
Anson,

Just curious. Do you have the operator/service manual for the 475? The parts listing in the manual should have a description of all the components and their ratings. The Tek Semiconductors Common Design Parts Catalog (Cross-Reference) manual is also good to have handy when you need to find what transistor, IC, diode or other semiconductor really is, and if needed, ratings so you can determine a suitable substitute.

Mark


Re: Cleaning Out Dust

Craig Sawyers
 

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Some places I worked on before used a product called Arklone,
?but I believe that was a cancer risk ? and withdrawn after some years
Gear? came out like new afterwards, though
====================

Not cancer risk - ozone depletion. Well I guess high UV exposure as a
result of ozone depletion is a cancer risk.

Arklone was CFC113, of which 160,000 tons was used in 1988 alone mainly for
electronics cleaning (I was rather surprised by that statistic!)

Phased out totally by 2010

Craig


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Re: Cleaning Out Dust

 

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Cliff Said

Sun Mar?10,?2013 1:43?pm (PDT) . Posted by:

"Cliff White" kf5iyl

I've heard that Tek would wash out all the scopes they got back for
repair to remove dust/smoke, etc from the inside of the unit. Is this
still doable with 60+ year old components? I'm kinda hesitant to have at
it with the water hose, but I don't really see how it would hurt
either... Ideas?

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Make sure your water supply has preferably? a zero salt content first!
Our local water here isn't salt free by a long way

Ive tried quality car wash products in the past and had reasonable results
brushing it in then? rinsing from a bucket on an old? and very dirty TEk scope

Its likely Tek used a dryer cabinet on the scope after washing
With tubed gear water can stay inside the tube sockets for
a long time

Whatever way you go make sure the scope is dried out very well
before switching it on.
Some places I worked on before used a product called Arklone,
?but I believe that was a cancer risk ? and withdrawn after some years
Gear? came out like new afterwards, though

John B