Tektronix TDS5000B Series Read This First

Troubleshooting
TDS5000B Series Se r vi c e Manual
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The oscilloscope has two level s of internal diagnostics that focus on verifying,
adjusting, and if need be, isolating faulty modules.
Both levels of internal dia gnost i c s report any bad modules. If a bad module is
found, replace the module.
The two level s of diagnostics are the short confidence set and the extended se t
that tests the oscilloscope circuitry in depth and take s more time. At power on,
the oscilloscope automatically executes the short set. The extended set i s optional
and is execute d by using the following procedure:
1. Display the Syst e m diagnostics menu:
a. From the menu bar, click Utilities and then select Instr ume nt Diagnos-
tics.
Firmware Updates
Firmware updates are easy to do. Simply install the firmware CD in your
oscilloscope and follow the displ a ye d instructions or the instructi ons that
accompany the CD.
If you want to order a firmware update, contact your Tektronix servic e center.
After Repair
After removal and replacement of a module due to electrical fail ure , you must
perform the c a l i br a t ion or software update as indicated i n Table 6--8.
Table 6 -- 8: Action required for module replaced
Module replaced
Calibration
required
Software update required
Front panel assembly No None
Acquisition board Yes Boot ROM and authorization code
PC Interface board No Boot ROM and authorization code
PC motherboard assembly No
Windows, oscilloscope application
Display panel or display system No None
Power supply
No
None
Interconnect boards No None
Fans No None
Diagnostics

Tektronix TDS5000B Series Specifications

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Brand	Tektronix
Model	TDS5000B Series
Category	Test Equipment
Language	English