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Demonstrator Trainer
ST2001E
Operating Manual
Ver 1.1
Introduction
Even though a large amount of developments have taken place in electronics, the
Oscilloscope is still a widely used instrument for testing of analog and digital circuits.
The dynamic performances of the circuits like instantaneous values, fast responses
and many other parameters are easily analyzed on Oscilloscope. Full understanding of
the working of Oscilloscope and operation of various controls thus has become very
important in education.
SCIENTECH Oscilloscope Demonstrator-cum-Trainer ST2001E specifically
designed for the study of working of Oscilloscope. It is a user friendly, fully working
Oscilloscope in an open form. The controls are placed actually at the places as they
are in the circuit schematic. And thus trainee can look at it any sections, components
of the section and can study it thoroughly. The function controls are adjustment
controls, fully adjustable to the trainee and to verify their effect on the working of the
scope.
A new concept has been evolved, fault simulation, to train on actual fault-finding, by
simulating faults in the instruments. The faults created in the instrument no way
affects or damage the instrument. The Instructor can introduce faults of his/her choice
from the standard 15 faults and ask trainee/student to probe into it and to find out the
cause of the fault. This way trainee gets complete insight of training of faults in the
electronic circuits.
An illustrated block and circuit schematic and the adjustment plan right in front of
trainee's eye helps him/her to correlate each operation during the demonstration.
We hope our attempt will help the user to understand the working of the Oscilloscope
and shall further help to achieve the best from any Oscilloscope used by them.
RoHS Compliance
RoHS Directive concerns with the restrictive use of Hazardous substances (Pb,
Cd, Cr, Hg, Br compounds) in electric and electronic equipments.
It is mandatory that service engineers use lead free solder wire and use the
soldering irons upto (25 W) that reach a temperature of 450°C at the tip as the
melting temperature of the unleaded solder is higher than the leaded solder.
Technical Specifications
Operating Modes :
Horizontal Deflection :
CH 1, CH 2, CH 1&11 Alt / Chopped,
Bandwidth : DC- 2 MHz (-3dB)
(approx. 350 KHz), X-Y operation: 1:1
XY mode : Phase shift < 5° 60 KHz
Vertical Deflection : Deflection coefficients : 12 calibrated
(Both Channels) steps 5 mV /cm-20V /cm
Bandwidth : DC 20 MHz (-3dB) Input Impedance: 1M Ω || 30 pF
Rise time: 17.5 ns (approximately) Component Tester :
Deflection Coefficients :12 steps
5mV/cm - 20V/cm (1-2-5 sequence) Test Voltage : Max. 8.6 Vrms
Test Current : Max. 8 mArms
Accuracy : ± 3%
Test Frequency : 50 HZ Test circuit
Input Impedance : 1MΩ || 30pF
ground to chassis
Input coupling : DC-AC Gnd
Max. input : 350V (DC+ peak AC) Miscellaneous :
Time Base : Fault Simulation : Total of 15 faults
can be simulated. Detailed Trouble
Time coefficients : 18 steps, 0.5µs/
shooting Procedure included.
cm0.2s/ cm(1-2-5 sequence) with Mag Cathode ray tube : 140 mm Rectangular
X5 to 100 ns/cm. with variable to 40
Tube with internal graticule,(P-31)
ns/cm phosphor
Accuracy : ±3 % (In cal position)
Accelerating potential : 2000 VDC
Sweep Output : Approximately 5V Display : 8x10 cm
(peak to peak)
Trace rotation : Adjustable
Trigger System : Calibrator : Square wave 1KHz
Modes : Auto or variable (approx.) 0.2V +1%
Source : CH 1 or CH 2, external Z Modulation : TTL level
Mains Voltage : 230V ±10% 50Hz
Slope : Positive or Negative
Coupling : AC, TV frame Power Consumption : 36 VA
(approximately)
Sensitivity : Internal 0.5cm External
0.8V Weight : 7.3 Kg (Approximately)
Dimensions (mm) : W450 x H145 x D420
Trigger Bandwidth : 40 MHz
Subject to change
(1) Power ‘On/Off’ : Turns ‘On’ & ‘Off’ (on in open cover condition
only.) LED indicates power ‘On’. Use position
& Int/Focus controls to get the beam. All push
buttons.
(2) Time / Div : Rotary Switch for TB speed control.
(3) Trigger Input : For feeding External trigger signal.
(4) Volts/Div : For sensitivity selection of CH 1 & CH 2.
(5) DC-AC-Gnd : Switch provided for Input coupling. BNC inputs
provided for connecting the Input signal.
(6) Component Tester : Switch when pressed converts scope into
Component Tester mode.
(7) CT : Input & Gnd terminals to be used for CT.
Controls on PCB
}
48. TP49 Blue -do - 169 V AC (approx.)
49. TP50 Blue
50. TP5l Red -do - 265 V DC (approx.)
51. TP52 Red -do - + 145 V DC (approx.)
}
52. TP53 Blue
53. TP54 Blue -do - 16 V AC (approx.)
54. TP55 Red -do - - 12 V DC
55.
56.
TP56 Blue
TP57 Blue
} -do - 9 V AC (approx.)
Sr. No. Test Point No. Location Signal Contents on TP & Waveform
57. TP58 Red -do - + 5 V DC
58.
59.
TP59 Blue
TP60 Blue
} -do - 26 V AC (approx.)
60. TP61 Red -do - +24 V DC
}
61. TP62 Blue
62. TP63 Blue -do - 8 V AC (approx.)
63. TP64 Blue -do - 35 V AC w.r.t. -1900V (approx.)
Caution! High voltage
64. TP65 Blue - do- 6.3 VAC w.r.t.-1900 V (approx.)
Caution! High voltage
}
65. TP66 Blue - do - 530 V AC (approx.)
Caution! High voltage
66. TP67 Blue
67. TP68 Blue - do- Z modulation input
(2mm Black sockets)
68. TP69 Red - do- -1900 V DC
Caution! High voltage
69. TP70 Red - do- -2000 V DC
Caution! High voltage
70. TP71 Red - do- Unblanking input IC CNY 17
71. TP72 Red - do- + 12 V DC
72. TP73 Red - do- + 12 V DC
should be in the 'Gnd' position. Thus, the inputs of the Y-amplifiers are shorted
preventing the introduction of unwanted signals.
Trace Rotation (TR) :
In spite of Mu metal-shielding of the CRT, effects of the earth's magnetic field on the
horizontal trace position cannot be completely avoided. This is dependent upon the
orientation of the Oscilloscope on the place of work. A centered trace may not align
exactly with the horizontal centre line of the graticule. A few degree of misalignment
can be corrected by a potentiometer in the trace rotation section.
Type of the Signal Voltage :
All types of signals whose frequency spectrum is below 20 MHz can be displayed on
the ST2001E. The display of simple electrical processes such as sinusoidal RF and
AF signal or 50Hz ripple voltages poses no problems. However, when square or pulse
shaped signals are displayed it must be remembered that their harmonic content must
also be transmitted. The bandwidth of the vertical amplifier must therefore, be
considerably higher than the repetition frequency of the signal. Greater problems
occur when composite signals are to be displayed, especially if they do not contain
any suitable level components at the repetition frequency which can be used for
triggering. To obtain a well triggered display in this case, it may be necessary to use
the time base 'Var' control. Television video signals are relatively easy to trigger.
However, when investigating signals at Name frequency, the 'TV' pushbutton must be
in this way, the more rapid line pulses can be attenuated so that, with appropriate level
adjustment, triggering can easily be carried out on the leading or trailing edge of the
frame synchronizing pulse.
For optional operation as an AC or DC voltage amplifier, each channel is provided
with an 'AC-DC' switch. The DC range should only be used if the acquisition of the
DC voltage content of the signal is absolutely necessary. However, when
investigating very low frequency pulses, disturbing ramp offset may occur with AC
coupling. In this case DC coupling must be used. DC voltages are always measured in
the 'DC' position. DC operation is to be recommended even for the representation of
logic and pulse signals, particularly if the duty cycle permanently changes during
operation. Otherwise, the display will move up and down with any change.
Amplitude Measurements :
In general electrical engineering, alternating voltage data normally refers to effective
values (rms = root-mean-square value). However, for signal magnitudes and voltage
designations in Oscilloscope measurements, the peak-to-peak voltage (Vpp) value is
applied. The latter corresponds to the real potential difference between the most
positive and most negative points of a signal waveform.
If a sinusoidal waveform, displayed on the Oscilloscope screen, is to be converted
into an effective (rms) value, the resulting peak-to-peak value must be divided by 2 x
√2 = 2.83. Conversely, it should be observed that sinusoidal voltages indicated in
Vrms (Veff) have 2.83 times the potential. Different voltage magnitudes can be seen
from the following figure 1.
Figure 1
Vrms = effective value
Vp = simple peak or crest value
Vpp = peak-to-peak value
Vmom = momentary value.
The maximum signal voltage required at the vertical amplifier input for a display of 1
cm is approximately 5mVpp. This is achieved with the attenuator control set at
5mV/cm, however smaller signals than this may also be displayed. The deflection
coefficients on the input attenuators are indicated in mV/cm or V/cm (peak-to-peak
value).
The magnitude of the applied voltage is ascertained by multiplying the selected
deflection coefficient by the vertical display height in cm. If an attenuator probe X10
is used, a further multiplication by a factor of 10 is required to ascertain the correct
voltage value.
With direct connection to the vertical input, signals upto 160 Vpp may be displayed.
With the designations:
H = display height in cm
U = signal voltage in Vpp at the vertical input.
D = deflection coefficient in V/cm at attenuator switch,
The required quantity can be calculated from the two given quantities:
U=D.H. H=U/D D=U/H
However, these three values are not freely selectable. They have to be within the
following limits (trigger threshold, accuracy of reading).
H between 0.5 and 8 cm. if possible 3.2 to 8 cm.
U between 2.5 mVpp and 160 Vpp,
D between 5mV/cm and 20V/cm in 1-2-5 sequence.
Examples :
Set deflection coefficient D = 50 mV /cm = 0.05 V /cm,
Observed display height H = 4.6 cm.
Required voltage U = 0.05 x 4.6 = 0.23 Vpp
Input voltage U = 5 Vpp
Set deflection coefficient D = 1 V /cm
Required display height H = 5/1 = 5 cm
If the applied signal is superimposed on a DC (direct voltage) level the total value
(DC + peak value of the alternating voltage) of the signal across the Y-input must not
exceed + 350 V.
Reference Line :
With Y-Pos control (input coupling to Gnd) it is possible to see a horizontal graticule
line as reference line for ground potential before the measurement. It can lie below or
above the horizontal central line according to whether positive and/or negative
deviations from the ground potential are to be measured. Certain switchable X10 / X1
attenuator probes also have a built-in-ground reference switch position.
Time Measurements :
As a rule, most signals to be displayed are periodically repeating processes, also
called periods. The number of periods per second is the repetition frequency
Depending on the time base setting of the Time/Div. switch, one or several signal
periods or only a part of a period can be displayed. The time coefficients are stated in
s/cm, ms/cm and µs/cm on three fields. There are 18 time coefficient ranges of the
ST2001E, from 0.5s/cm to 0.2s/cm.
The duration of a signal period or a part of it is determined by multiplying the relevant
time (horizontal distance in cm) by the time coefficient set on the Time/Div. switch.
The variable time control (identified with an arrow knob cap) must be in its calibrated
position Cal. (arrow pointing horizontally to the left).
With the designations
L = displayed wave length in cm of one period.
T = time in seconds for one period
F = recurrence frequency in Hz of the signals,
Tc = time coefficient in s/cm on time base switch and the relation
F = 1/T,
The following equations can be stated:
T = Tc x L, L = T/Tc Tc = T/L
F = 1/L.Tc L = 1/F.Tc Tc = 1/L.F.
With pressed X-MAG. X5 pushbutton the Tc value must be divided by 5. However,
these four values are not freely selectable. They have to be within the following
limits:
L between 0.2 and 10 cm, if possible 4 to 10 cm,
T between 0.05s and 2s,
F between 0.5 Hz and 20 MHz,
Tc between 0.5 s/cm and 0.2 s/cm in 1-2-5 sequence (with XMAG X5 in out position)
Examples :
1. Displayed wavelength L = 7 cm,
Set time coefficient Tc = 0.5µs/cm.
Required period T = 7 x 0.5 x 10 -6 = 3.5µs
Required Freq. F = 1: (3.5 x 10 -6) = 286 KHz
2. Displayed ripple wavelength L = 1 cm,
Set time coefficient Tc = 10 ms/cm,
Required ripple freq. F = 1: (1 x 10 x 10-3) = 100 Hz.
3. TV-line frequency F = 15,625 Hz
Set time coefficient Tc = 10µs/cm
Required wavelength L = 1: (15625 x 10-5) = 6.4 cm.
4. Sine wavelength L = min. 4 cm, max. 10 cm,
Frequency F = 1 KHz.
Max. Time coefficient Tc = 1: (4 x 103) = 0.25 ms/cm,
Min. Time coefficient Tc = 1: (10x 103) = 0.1 ms/cm.
Set Time coefficient T = 0.2 ms/cm,
Required wavelength L = 1: (10 x 0.2 x 10-3) = 5 cm.
5. Displayed wavelength L = 0.8 cm.
Set time coefficient T = 0.5 µs/cm.
Pressed X-Mag X5 button: T = 0.1µs/cm,
Required. Frequency F = 1: (0.8 x 0.1 x 10 -6) = 12.5 MHz
Required period t = 1: (12.5 x 106) = 80 ns.
If the time is relatively short as compared to the complete signal period, an expanded
time scale should always be applied (X-Mag X5 button pressed). In this case, the
ascertained time values have to be divided by 5. The time interval of interest can be
shifted to the screen center using the X-Pos. control.
When investigating pulse of square waveforms, the critical feature is the rise time of
the voltage step. To ensure that transients, ramp offset, and bandwidth limits do not
unduly influence the measuring accuracy, the rise time is generally measured between
10% and 90% of the vertical pulse height. For peak-to-peak signal amplitude of 5 cm
height, which are symmetrically adjusted to the horizontal center line, the internal
graticule of the CRT has two horizontal dotted lines ± 2.5 cm from the center line.
Adjust the Y attenuator switch together with the Y Pos. Control so that the pulse
height is precisely aligned with these 0 and 100% lines. The 10% and 90% points of
the signal will now coincide with the two lines, which have a distance of ± 2 cm from
the horizontal center line and an additional subdivision of 0.2 cm. The rise time is
given by the product of the horizontal distance in cm between these two coincidence
points and the time coefficient setting. If magnification is used, this product must be
divided by 5. The fall time of a pulse can also be measured by using this method.
With a time coefficient of 0.5µs/cm and pushed X-Mag X5 button the example shown
in the figure No.2 results in a measured total rise time of
Ttot = 1.6 cm x 0.5µs/cm : 5 = 160ns
Figure 2
When very fast rise time is being measured, the rise time of the Oscilloscope
amplifier and of the attenuator probe has to be deducted from the measured time
value. The measurement applies.
tr = 350 / B or B = 350 / tr
Connection of the Test Signal :
Caution !
When connecting unknown signals to the Oscilloscope input, always use automatic
Triggering and set the DC-AC input coupling switch to AC. The attenuator switch
should initially be set to 20 V/cm.
The signal to be displayed should be fed to the Y input of the Oscilloscope by means
of a shielded test cable or by an X10 attenuator probe. The use of these cables with
high impedance circuits is only recommended for relatively low frequencies (upto
approximately 50 KHz). For higher frequencies and when the signal source is of low
impedance, a cable of matched characteristic impedance (usually 50 Ω) is
recommended. When investigating square or pulse waveforms with fast rise time,
transient phenomenon on both the edges and top of the signal may become visible, if
the correct termination is not used. It must be remembered that the 50 Ω through-
termination will dissipate a maximum of 2 watts. If an X10 attenuator probe is used,
no termination is necessary. In this case, the connecting cable is matched directly to
the high impedance input of the Oscilloscope. With attenuator probe, even high-
internal impedance sources are only slightly loaded. Therefore, when the voltage loss
due to the attenuation of the probe can be compensated by a higher sensitivity setting
on the ST2001E, the probe should always be used.
Additionally, it provides the series protection for the input of the Oscilloscope
amplifier. Note that all attenuator probes must be compensated in conjunction with
the Oscilloscope.
It is important to remember that for the display of small signal voltages the position of
the ground point on the test circuit can be critical. It should always be located as
close as possible to the measuring point. If this is not done serious signal deformation
may result from any invalidated currents through ground leads or chassis parts. This
also applies to the ground leads of the attenuator probes. These should ideally be as
short and thick as possible.
If after connecting the test signal, the trace disappears suddenly, the signal amplitude
may well be too large, i.e. the amplifier is over scanned. In this case, the attenuator
switch should be turned anti-clockwise, until the vertical deflection is only 3-7 cm.
For signal amplitudes greater than 160Vpp a X10 probe should always be used. If
after connecting the signal the intensity of the trace is low, it is possible that the
period of the test signal is substantially slower than the value set of the 'Timebase'
switch. This control should then be turned anti-clockwise to a corresponding slower
time coefficient.
Probe Compensation :
For the undistorted display of signals, the X10 attenuator probe must be compensated
to match the input impedance of the vertical amplifier. This can be easily achieved as
ST2001E has a built-in Square Wave Generator with a repetition frequency of
approximately 1 KHz and an output voltage of 0.2Vpp. The method employed is as
follows : The probe tips are connected to the test-point TP40 marked with a cal Out,
and adjusted by using the trimmer tool supplied with the probe. The correct display is
shown in figure 3.
Figure 3
The 'Timebase' switch should be in the '0.2 ms/cm' position. The signal has amplitude
of 0.2Vpp ± 1 %. If the attenuator switch is set to 50 m V /cm, the display will have a
height of 4cms (1:1 probe). Since an attenuator probe is constantly subjected to
considerable stresses, the compensation should be frequently checked.
Operating Modes :
The required operating modes are selected with push buttons in the vertical amplifier
section. For 'Mono' operation with channel I only, all push buttons should be out. For
'Mono' operation with channel 2, only, the 'Alt/Chop' button must be pressed. For
internal triggering with the signal from channel 2, the Trig 1/2 button has to be
pressed in addition. On pressing the button marked 'Mono/Dual', dual trace operation
is selected. In this condition both traces are displayed consecutively (alternate sweep).
This mode is not suitable for the display of very low frequency signals as the display
will flicker or appear to jump. This can be overcome by pressing the 'Alt/Chop'
button. Both channels then share the trace during each sweep period (chopped mode).
For display with a higher repetition rate, the type of channel switching is less
important but the alternate mode is normally suggested.
For XY operation the XY button must be pressed. The X signal is connected via the
input of channel 2. The sensitivity of the horizontal amplifier during X-Y operation is
selected by the CH II attenuator switch. The sensitivity and input impedance for both
the X & Y axes are equal. Note that the frequency limit of the X axis is approximately
2 MHz (-3 dB). Therefore, an increase in phase difference is noticeable at higher
frequencies. The phase shift is 3° approximately at 60 KHz.
Lissajous figures can be displayed in the X- Y mode for certain measuring tasks.
• Comparing two signals of different frequency or bringing one frequency upto
the frequency of the other signal. This also applies for whole number multiples
or fractions of the one signal frequency.
• Phase comparison between two signals of the same frequency.
Phase Comparison with Lissajous figure :
The figure 4 shows two sine signals of the same frequency and amplitude with
different phase angles.
Calculation of the phase angle or the phase shift between the X and Y input voltages
(after measuring the distances a and b on the screen) is quite simple with the
following formula and a pocket calculator with trigonometric functions and besides
independent of both deflecting amplitudes on the screen.
Sin θ = a/b
2
a
Cos θ = 1 −
b
a
θ = Sin -1
b
Figure 4
Figure 5
In-Circuit Tests :
Caution !
During in-circuit tests make sure the circuit is dead. No power from mains/line or
battery and no signal inputs are permitted. Remove all ground connections inclusive
safety earth (pull out power plug from outlet). Remove all measuring cables inclusive
probes between Oscilloscope and circuit under test.
Block Description
In this section of manual, we will be studying the block diagram of a basic 20 MHz,
dual channel Oscilloscope demonstrator followed by detailed description of each
major circuit.
On the next page a block diagram is illustrated from the block diagram, we find that
the Oscilloscope consists of the following basic circuits,
1. Y input for CH 1 & CH 2
2. Input attenuator for CH 1 & CH 2
3. EY / ATT preamplifier CH 1 & CH 2
4. Y Intermediate amplifier for CH 1 & CH 2
5. Y Final amplifier
6. Channel selector and chopper generator
7. Trigger Amplifier
8. Trigger amplifier & comparator
9. Time Base Circuit
10. X Final Amplifier
11. EHT & Unblanking circuit
12. Component Tester
13. Calibrator Output
14. Power Supply
15. Trace Rotation circuit
The connection of these circuits is as shown in the block diagram figure no. 6.
Theory of Operation
General Description :
The basic objective of an Oscilloscope is to read an unknown signal & display it on
the screen for observation and measurements.
These signals are applied on the input of either channel or simultaneously on both
channel inputs. The input attenuator then attenuates the signal with appropriate
attenuation and displays on the screen. The selection of input may be AC component
of DC + AC components. The disconnection of signal from source is to be done with
input switch to Gnd position.
The output signal of attenuator is then applied to preamplifier stage, where a high
input, high gain bandwidth FET input is applied. Here, signal is isolated from input,
applied to preamplifier for further amplification and converting the input to two line
outputs.
In Y intermediate amplifier, two channels are selected, either CH I or Chin or both in
alternate or chop mode. This is done with the help of diodes switching amplifier.
The selected output form Y intermediate amplifier is applied for Y final amplifier.
This circuit amplifies sufficient output signal level necessary to drive the Y plates of
CRT, for appropriate deflection of electron beam. The Y amplifier is designed in such
a way so that it gives good extended Guassian roll-off with minimum noise level.
The time base circuits adjust the sweep / ramp signal so that Y input signal can be
resolved in time direction / X direction for measurement of waveform or a portion of
waveform. This is a calibrated ramp and hence time measurements are made with the
help of this circuit.
The signal applied is to be synchronized with sweep output. This is known as
triggering of signal. In auto mode as and when signal is applied to the input of scope,
it gets triggered/synchronized with ramp at almost at zero crossing of signal.
Whenever, a trigger level is to be adjusted, a level control is used to set the desired
trigger level. While triggering, one can select the different available coupling like AC,
DC internal, external, CH I or CH II.
AC trigger is used over a wide range of signals from 10 Hz to 20 MHz. While
triggering, low frequency signals like few Hertz, the trigger point may shift. For stable
DC trigger coupling is used. It works from DC to 20 MHz signals.
A TV sync circuit is provided for stable triggering on television vertical sync pulses.
This can select H and V frame as required.
The ramp output , synchronized with input signal is given at preamplifier input, where
X position on the screen is given at preamplifier input, where X position on screen
can be adjusted as X-Pos and in the circuit X1-X5 magnification is provided.
The preamplifier output is then applied to X final amplifier for appropriate
magnification, to be applied to X plates of the CRT.
In the X-Y mode of operation, the X input signal is applied on CH II and Y input
signal to CH I. The X signal applied on CH II is passes through attenuator
preamplifier, CH II trigger selector, trigger amplifier and then to X plate via X final
amplifier.
In the CRT circuit, a negative potential is applied at Cathode to accelerate the electron
beam. The astigmatism, an unblanking circuit along with Z modulation, intensity,
focus control etc. are been arranged in the circuit.
The power supply circuit provides the necessary operating voltages for the instrument.
The operating potentials are obtained from the voltage regulator circuit and HV power
supplies.
In calibrator circuit, a probe compensation output is provided for compensating X10,
X100 and other attenuator or probes, to adjust with input capacitance of Oscilloscope
input. The potential is 0.2 V square waves 1 KHz approximately.
Channel 2 Selection :
In this case when CH I / CH II switch pressed, it causes Q to be high and Q to be low,
and similar action will be take place, as discussed above , diode D201 and D204
doesn't conduct and D208 and D205 conducts, hence CH II is selected.
Dual CH I and CH II, Alternate :
When dual channel to be selected, by pressing Dual push button, irrespective of CH I
/ CH II position. When pressed dual switch S252, diode D251 and D252, gets -12V
through switch S252 and the circuit appearing on base of T254 is transformed to D
input pin no. 11 of IC 4013 flip-flop. This causes Q and Q to switch to '1' and ‘0’, i.e.
toggle, and thus CH I and CH II is selected alternatively.
Dual Channel Chopped :
The other flip-flop in IC 4013 is used for making chopper generator. This is nothing
but an astable multi-vibrator whose output is at approximately 500 KHz. When switch
8251 and 8252, dual and chop is pressed, transistor T153 gets -12V through R268 and
thus chopped circuit functions. The chopper output is applied on D input of other flip-
flop and CH I and CH II are now chopped while alternating the sweep.
Y Final Amplifier :
The pre-amplified signal emerging out of Y intermediate amplifier is fed to Y final
amplifier input buffer transistor T551 and T552.
The final amplifier transistors are BF 458 (selected for HFE) matched on curve tracer.
This transistor converts the emitter current signal to proportional output voltages,
which in turn fed to CRT plates, which deflects electron beam accordingly. The
inductor L551 and L552 are provided to filter out RF signal going to power supply.
The RC circuit formed by C553 + R569, R570 + C 554 and VR 552 + VC 551 does,
high frequency compensation. (See adjustment procedure).
Sweep Generator (Time Base or Ramp Generator) :
The circuit produces a linear voltage ramp to provide horizontal deflection of CRT
beam at X plates. The sweep generators also produce signals that are used to generate
correct timing of CRT unblanking for viewing the signal display. The sweep logic
circuitry controls the hold-off. Time (natural hold-off time), starts the sweep upon
reception of trigger signal and terminates the sweep at proper voltage level, or
discharges the timing capacitors. Even, with no signal connected to input, it will keep
the sweep to run freely.
The basics of this type of highly calibrated sweep lies with a Miller theory, which
produces a linear voltage sweep that drives horizontal amplifier. It produces sweep by
maintaining a constant current through a timing capacitor, to obtain a linearity
increasing voltage.
The time base circuit, has hold-off circuit for natural hold-off required by sweep
generation, constant current source, timing capacitors; discharges circuit and sweep
logic circuit.
The hold-off, constant current source and timing capacitors are circuit changing
component, with respect to time base switch position. These three circuits are build on
an around the time base rotary switch. The contact wafer S405 W1 has hold-off
charging capacitors, S405 W2 has constant current source resistors and S405 W3 has
timing capacitors.
Transistors T405 and T406, along with selected resistors from R431, R432, R436
from a constant current source. This current charges a timing capacitor depending
upon time base speed setting position. The timing capacitors are C417, VC401, C418
and C419. The charging of these capacitors is a linear voltage increase. This voltage is
sensed by transistor T405, and is being pre-amplified and the output is available at
XY switch S351.
The sweep is charged upto 5 Vpp, to discharge the capacitors, once it is reached
5Vpp, is done by sweep logic circuit.
To do this, the rising sweep is sensed by transistor T403 along with associated circuit.
When the sweep output reaches, T403 gives a pulse at pin 10 preset point of flip-flop
IC402
Since discharging of capacitor is done through transistor namely T404, it requires, a
little bit time, so that complete discharge of timing capacitor occurs. This timing is
known as hold-off time and it is being generated by R429 mounted on S405 W1
wafer. This current charges one on the hold-off capacitors C414 or C415. The sensing
of this charging time is conveyed to clear point of flip-flop IC 402, after desired
voltage height, the hold-off voltages get discharged through transistor T404 through
D405 and D420, at the same time appears on clear. When the two pulses namely-
preset and clear pulse reaches to the flip-flop, changes Q and Q accordingly. This flip-
flop is known as hold-off flip-flop.
There is another flip-flop is used, named as sweep flip-flop IC 402a. Here, preset state
is derived from At/Level function. When, in auto mode, the preset point is kept on by
transistor T40 I and the clear pulse derived from Q output of hold-off flip-flop. Since
pin no. 2 is tied to a high state, through +Vcc and hence if any trigger pulse available
then a synchronous output Q and Q are developed on sweep flip-flop. Otherwise a
free run Q and Q appears. Thus, triggering is said to be in function.
The output of sweep flip-flop is given to discharge transistor T404, thus in turn
discharges. This discharge pulse is hold for certain time, i.e. hold-off time of circuit.
The Q output of sweep flip-flop serves two purposes; it is used for unblanking the
CRT and also for dual alternate operation.
X Final Amplifier :
The horizontal output amplifier provides amplification of the horizontal signal to
drive the horizontal CRT deflection plates.
The signal coming to X-Final amplifier may be external X signal in XY mode or
sweep output of time base circuit or component tester horizontal output. The input
signal (sweep or else) to transistor base of T502 while the X position control is done
on T501 transistor. This output is then reaches to final amplifier transistor T503,
where the amplified signal is proportionally converted to deflection voltages, which
drives X plates.
CRT Circuit :
The high frequency unblanking pulse reaches to T952 directly from coupling
capacitors C953, C954 and C955. This gives almost same response from very low
time base speed to highest speed.
Z modulation input (TTL level) is applied to the base of T953, which is also mixed
with main unblanking pulse at emitter of T954. The astigmatism is adjusted with
VR851, applied on grid G2 and G4 of CRT. The geometry voltage is adjusted with
VR852, applied on grid G5 of CRT.
Component Tester :
The Component Tester circuit functions for test of active and passive components.
Basically, this circuit functions like lissajous figures in XY mode.
For, this purpose, 10V AC input is taken from mains power transformer. The X input
is voltage scale and Y input is current scale. The X output is applied through R1 0 to
X final amplifier. The potential is approximately 8.6Vrms, which appears at CT
terminal open circuit. When a component active or passive is connected to CT
terminal a load current flows through component, which develops a potential signal
proportional to current through component under test. The potential signal is then fed
to Y preamplifier via preamp FET 101.
The voltage v/s current characteristic is drawn on CRT screen. The samples of
patterns are enclosed earlier in figure 5.
Calibrator Output :
The calibrator output is mainly used for compensating the probe capacitance to that of
Oscilloscope. Here, four Nand gates from IC701 are used to make astable multi-
vibrator. The output of multi-vibrator is then adjusted for required output of 0.2 V
with the help of VR 701 The astable frequency is approximately 1 KHz.
Power Supply :
The electrical power required by different circuits is being made available thru power
supply circuit, which draws power from mains through power transformer. Primarily,
the different voltages needed by circuits are as follows:
1. -1900 V
2. +260 V
3. +145 V
4. 33 V
5. +24 V
6. 12 V
7. +12 V
8. +5 V
9. 6.3 V
10. 10 VAC
Calibration Procedure
The calibration procedure is a set of logically sequenced instruction to return the
instrument to conformance with performance/specification.
Warning !
The instrument must be disconnected from the mains power supply whenever you
open the bottom case, repair or exchange the parts.
High Voltage Warning :
Hazardous high voltage of up to -2000 V is inside this instrument. The transparent
protective cover over the EHT circuit should not be opened, refer service to
authorized service personnel only.
Service and Adjustment :
Of this instrument should only be performed in accordance and in conjunction with
operating manual and the warranty contained there in, particularly section service
instruction and operating instruction should only be performed under guidance of
qualified and experienced personnel. This is particularly important in adjustments in
the High voltage section of the instrument.
Test Instruments required :
1. Amplitude Calibrator or Scope Tester Hz 60.
2. Constant Amplitude Sine Wave Generator 20 Hz to 20 MHz
3. Time mark generator from 0.5 µs/Div to 0.2s Div.
4. Pre-attenuator 2: 1.
5. 50 Ohm BNC through Termination.
6. 2 BNC to BNC cables.
7. Oscilloscope probe 10:1
8. 4 ½ Digital Multimeter.
9. Oscilloscope 20 MHz
10. Trimming & Adjusting Tools.
11. Variable output insulation transformer.
The procedure covers all calibration and the most important performance checks. The
current sequence of all calibration steps must be strictly followed.
Adjustment Steps
1. Trace Rotation Check: Potentiometer 751
a. Locate & identify potentiometer 751 on Trace Rotation section. Using Y
Pos and X pos controls move base.
b. Line to the centre of the graticule.
c. When turning P951, check that the range of inclination of the base line is at
least 2mm at both horizontal limits of the graticule.
d. Readjust base line exactly parallel to the horizontal centre line of the
graticule.
2. Power Supply :
+24 V : Locate and identify check point no. TP61. Check and verify +24V.
+5 V : Locate and identify check point no. TP58. Check and verify +5V.
+12 V : Locate and identify check point no. TP72 & TP73 Check and verify
+12 volts.
-12 V : Locate and identify checkpoint No TP55, Check and verify -12V.
+145 V : Locate and identify check point No TP52, and preset VR 801. Adjust
VR 801 for +145V
+260 V : Locate and identify check point No.TP51 Check and verify + 260
volts approximately
-1900 V : Locate and identify check point No TP69 Check and verify -1900
Volts approximately
Caution! High voltage present here !
3. Max. & Min. Intensity of CRT : VR 901 & VR 902
a. Locate and identify VR 902.
b. Set base line in centre.
c. Set intensity control to fully clockwise position.
d. Push Auto/Norm - Push button, a dot appears.
e. Adjust VR901 (max.) so that the dot just disappears.
f. Release 'Auto/Norm' Push button.
g. Set intensity control to fully counter clockwise position.
h. Push X-Y button, a dot appears.
i. Set VR902 (Min) so that a dot just disappears. Release X-Y button.
j. Repeat the procedure.
4. Astigmatism: VR 851
a. Set baseline in centre.
b. Push X-Y push button, a dot appears.
c. Set intensity control to optimum sharpness of the dot .
d. Adjust VR 851 so that while varying focus control left and right, dot must
be round and sharp at middle position of the focus control.
e. Release X-Y push button.
5. Geometry: VR 852
a. Connect 8 Div sine wave input, adjust Y-Pos control so that the display is
equal to 8 division graticule line.
b. Now adjust VR852 , such that first and last sine wave shape is maintained,
also the top and bottom
c. Peak over 10cm remains same.
6. Un-blanking : VR 951
a. Set the Oscilloscope to CH I mode and input to AC coupling.
b. Feed 50 KHz sine wave input to CH I.
c. Adjust VR 951 so that when rotating time base switch, retrace should not
be seen with sine wave signal.
d. Set intensity to medium.
7. Symmetry: VR 101
a. Set the Oscilloscope to CH I mode, and Input to AC coupling.
b. Feed sine wave signal of sufficient amplitude and adjust VR101 so that
when Y position is changed to up or down, the trace becomes symmetrical
with respect to centre.
c. Repeat the procedure for CH II symmetry.
8. Trigger Symmetry And Threshold :
a. Set the Oscilloscope to CH I mode and Input coupling CH I to AC.
b. Feed 5 KHz sine wave signal and take 4mm height.
c. Adjust VR 401 so that when +/-switch is operated the triggering remains
stable. Check the same in CH ll.
9. Sweep Length: VR 402
a. Set base line in centre.
b. Adjust VR 402 for trace length 10 Div. AC.
c. Shift trace 1 Div. towards left.
d. Again adjust VR 402, so that trace length increased to 10.8 cm.
g. Adjust preset 207 so that the distance between the two points on the screen
is 5 Div.
h. Release X-Y push button.
15. Attenuator Compensation Ch-I VC 101,102,103,104 …….110 :
a. Locate and identify the above mentioned trimmers on CH I attenuator for
this, refer to adjusting plan.
b. Release all push button out.
c. Set Input coupling switch CH I to DC.
d. Set Input attenuator to CH I to 5mV/Div.
e. Set amplitude calibrator to 5 KHz (approx) with good flat top and feed it to
input of CH I.
f. Keep 4 Div display height on each range.
g. Adjust respective trimmers as mentioned below for flat top square wave.
Range Trimmer
5 mV No adjustment
10 mV VC 108
20 mV VC 110
50 mV VC 102
100 mV VC 107
200 mV VC 109
500 mV VC 104
1V No adjustment
2V No adjustment
5V VC 106
10 V No adjustment
20 V No adjustment
Recheck compensation in all attenuator positions.
• Set again input attenuator CH I to 5mv/Div.
• Connect the output of the calibrator via BNC to BNC and 2:1 pre-attenuator to
the input of CH I
• Adjust trimmer in 2:1 pre-attenuator for flat top square wave.
• Keep 4 Div. display height on each range.
• Adjust compensation as below :
Range Trimmer
50 mV/Div VC 101
0.5 V/Div VC 103
5 V/ Div VC 105
Attention !
The setting of the trimmer in the 2:1 pre-attenuator must not be changed during the
compensation, adjustments of the same channel.
Repeat the compensation procedure for CH II as under CH I.
16. Time Base Speed Adjustment : VR 403, VC 401 :
a.
i. Locate and identify VR 403 on Timebase circuit.
ii. Set time base switch to 50µs/ Div and time base variable control to Cal
position.
iii. Set time mark generator to 50 µs/ Div and connect signal to CH I input
via 50 Ω through termination
iv. Move the trace with X position control so that the first time mark
coincides with first left graticule line of the screen.
v. Adjust VR 403 so that the 11th time mark coincides with the last right
graticule line.
vi. Rotate time base variable control to fully clockwise position, signal
should be magnified 2.5 times.
b.
i. Locate and identify VC 401 in time base circuit.
ii. Set time base switch to 0.5 µs & time base variable to Cal position.
iii. Set time mark generator to 0.5 µs/ Div
iv. Move trace with X position control so that the 1st time mark coincides
with the first left graticule line of the screen.
v. Adjust VC 401 so that the 11th mark coincides with the last right
graticule line.
c.
i. Set time base switch to 5 ms/cm and time base variable to Cal position.
ii. Set time mark generator to 5 ms/cm.
iii. Move trace with X-Position control so that the first time mark coincides
with the first left graticule line of the screen.
iv. Add capacitor in parallel, with C419 so that, the 11th mark coincides
with the last graticule line.
v. Check accuracy on all ranges by moving time mark generator switch and
time base switch simultaneously. All ranges should be with in 3%.
17. Y Response And Square Wave Adjustments VR 251, VR 252, & VC 551
and VC 101 :
a. Locate and identify VR 251, VR 252, VC 551 on Y final circuit.
b. Set Input attenuator to 5mV/ Div.
c. Connect a 1 MHz square wave signal of 25 mV amplitude via 50 Ω cable &
50 Ω through termination from scope tester to input CH I.
d. Adjust VR 551, VR 552 and VC 551 for steep leading edge and minimum
overshoot.
e. Repeat until optimum is obtained.
f. Push CH I / CH II and Trig 1/Trig 2.
g. Set input attenuator CH II to 5mV/ Div.
h. Connect 1 MHz square wave signal of 25mV amplitude via 50 Ω cable &.
50 Ω through termination from scope tester to input CH II.
i. Check square. wave response for steep leading edge and minimum
overshoot. Otherwise adjust with above mentioned preset and trimmer.
j. Square wave response of both channels should be same. For that, if
required, adjust the overshoot with VC 101 on Y pre amp of each channel.
Otherwise keep VC101 in max position.
18. Component Tester Y Position Adjustment: VR 1 :
a. Locate & identify VR1 in component tester circuit.
b. Keep the instrument in CH I mode.
c. Using Y Pos. and X Pos. controls move baseline to the centre of the
graticule.
d. Push CT push button.
e. A horizontal line of approximately 6 to 7 Div. length will appear on the
screen. Align this trace to the centre graticule line with VR 1.
f. Short the CT terminal with ground.
g. A vertical line of 4 to 5 Div. height should be visible.
e. Connect 50 KHz sine wave signal from constant amplitude generator to the
input of CH I, via 50 Ω BNC to BNC cable and 50 Ω through termination.
f. Push XY pushbuttons, a horizontal line will be visible.
g. Adjust the length of the line to 6 Div.
h. Change the frequency of input to 2 MHz
i. The displayed length of line should be more than 4.2 Div.
j. Than band width of X is said to be more than 2 MHz.
24. Check The Trigger Bandwidth:
a. Set the Oscilloscope to CH I mode and input to AC coupling.
b. Connect 30 MHz sine wave signal from constant amplitude generator to the
input of CH I via 50 Ω through termination.
c. Adjust the height of the display to 1 Div height.
d. At one Div. height, signal should be triggered.
e. Then the bandwidth is to be said as more than 30 MHz.
Service Instructions
General :
The following instructions are intended as an aid for the electronic technician, who is
carrying out readjustment on the ST2001E, if the nominal values do not meet the
specifications. These instructions primarily refer to those faults, which were found
after using the test instructions. However, this work should only be carried out by
properly qualified personnel.
For any further technical information call or write to Scientech Technologies Pvt.
Ltd., addresses are provided at the back of the manual. It is recommended to use only
the original packing material, should the instrument be shipped to us for service or
repair (see also warranty and dispatch procedure).
Instrument Case Removal :
The bottom cover can be taken off after unplugging the power cord's triple-connector
and after eight counters sunk screws and two bottom screws have been removed.
Caution !
During opening or closing of the bottom case, the instrument must be disconnected
from all power sources for maintenance work or a change of parts or components. If
a measurement, trouble-shooting or an adjustment is unavoidable, this work must be
done by a specialist, who is familiar with the risk involved.
When the instrument is set into operation after the case has been removed, attention
must be paid to the acceleration voltage for the CRT-2000 V and to the operating
voltages for both final amplifier stages -145 and 260V. Potentials of these voltages are
on the CRT socket and on the main board. Such potentials are moreover on the check
points. They are highly dangerous and therefore precautions must be taken. It should
be noted furthermore that short occurring on different points of the CRT high voltage
and unblanking circuitry will definitely damage some semiconductors and the opto-
coupler. For the same reason it is very risky to connect capacitors to these points
while the instrument is on.
Capacitors in the instrument may still be charged, even when the instrument is
disconnected from all voltage sources. Normally, the capacitors are discharged 6
seconds after switching off. However, with a defective instrument an interruption of
the load is not impossible. Therefore, after switching off, it is recommended to
connect one by one all terminals of the check points on the PCB across 1KOhm to
ground (chassis) for a period of 1 second.
Handling of the CRT needs utmost caution. The glass bulb must not be allowed-under
any circumstances to come into contact with hardened tools, nor should it undergo
local superheating (e.g. by soldering iron) or local under cooling (e.g. by cryogenic-
spray). We recommend the wearing of safety goggles (implosion danger).
Operating Voltages :
Besides the two AC voltages for the CRT heating (6.3 V) and component Tester
(12V) there are ten electronically regulated DC operating voltages generated (+12 V,
+24 V, +5V,-12 V,+260 V,+145 V and 33 V for the unblanking circuit). These
different operating voltages are fixed voltages, except the +145 V which can be
adjusted.-1900 Volts is dependent on the accuracy of +12 V and -12 V supply (and
also from some resistors with close tolerances). 33 V in the unblanking circuit is
stabilized with Z-diode. The variation of the fixed voltages greater than ±5% from the
nominal value indicates a fault. Except 33 V, +145 V, and -1900 V, the other DC
Voltages have no more than ± 2% variation on the average. These voltages are
measured on the checkpoint with reference to ground. Measurements of the high
voltage may only be accomplished by the use of a sufficiently high resistive voltmeter
(>10M Ω). You must make absolutely sure that the electric strength of the voltmeter
is sufficiently high. The 33 V for the unblinking circuit can be measured as the
difference between two high voltages with reference to ground. It is recommended to
check the ripple and also the interaction from other possible sources. Excessive values
might be very often the reason for incomprehensible faults.
Maximum and Minimum Brightness :
Two variable resistors of 500 K Ω each, located on the EHT socket are used for these
adjustment procedures (see Adjusting Plan). They may only be touched by a properly
insulating screwdriver (Caution! High voltage). The adjustments may possibly have
to be repeated, because the functions of both variable resistors are dependent on each
other. Correct adjustment is achieved, when the trace can be blanked while X-Y
pushbutton is pressed and in addition, when the requirement described in the Test
Instructions are met.
Astigmatism control :
The ratio of vertical and horizontal sharpness can be adjusted by the variable resistor
of 50K Ohm located on the Astig circuit section (see Adjusting Plan). As a precaution
however, the voltage for the vertical deflecting plates (approximately +100V) should
firstly be checked because this voltage will affect the astigmatism correction. The
correction should be repeated several times in this sequence. The adjustment is
finished, when the Focus knob excessively brings no improvement of the sharpness in
both directions.
Trigger Threshold :
The internal trigger threshold should be in the range of 5 to 6 mm display height. It is
strongly dependent on the 529 CN comparator IC If there are compelling reasons to
replace this comparator, it may be that triggering becomes too sensitive or too
insensitive caused by the IC gain tolerances (please refer calibration procedure).
Trouble-shooting the Instrument :
For this job at least an isolating variable mains-line transformer (protection class II), a
signal generator, an adequate precise multi meter, and if possible Oscilloscope are
needed. This last item is required for complex faults, which can be traced by the
display of signal or ripple voltages. As noted before, the regulated high voltage and
the supply voltage for the final stages are highly dangerous. Therefore it is
recommended to use totally insulated extended probe tips, when trouble shooting the
instrument. Accidental contact with dangerous voltage potentials is then unlikely. Of
course, these instructions cannot thoroughly cover all kinds of faults. Some common
sense will certainly be required, when a complex fault has to be investigated.
If trouble is suspected, visually inspect the instrument thoroughly after removal of the
case. Look for loose or badly contacted or discolored components (caused by
overheating). Check to see that all circuit board connection are making good contact
and are not shorting to an adjacent circuit. Especially inspect the connections of the
power transformer to main PCB, to CRT socket, and to trace rotation coil (inside of
CRTs shielding). Further more the soldering connections of the transistors and fixed
three terminal regulators respectively on the rear chassis. This visual inspection can
lead to success much more quickly than a systematic fault location using measuring
instruments. Prior to any extensive troubleshooting, also check the external power
source.
If the instrument fails completely, the first and most important step-after checking the
mains/line voltage and power fuse will be to measure and deflecting plate voltages of
the CRT.
While the measurement takes place, the position controls of both deflection devices
must be in mid position. When the deflection devices are operating properly, the
separate voltage of each plate pair are almost equal. If the separate voltages of a plate
pair are very different, the associated circuit must be faulty. An absent trace in spite of
correct plate voltages means a fault in the CRT circuit. Missing deflection plate
voltages is probably caused by a defect in the power supply.
Part List
Circuit Descrip PCB Circuit Circuit Description PCB Circuit
Part tion Loc- Schematic Part Loc- Schematic
Ref. ation Location Ref. ation Location
Resistors R205 470R G3 E9
R206 150R H2 D9
R001 51R 1/4W N4 E2 R207 390R H2 D9
2 % CFR R211 820R H4 E8
R003 68K P8 J2 R212 51 R H4 E8
R004 470R N7 J1 R213 820R H4 F8
R005 100K P10 K1 R214 150R H4 F9
R006 470R M10 N14 R215 470R G4 F9
R1 1K5 N1 N2 R216 150R G4 F9
R2 10K P1 N2 R217 390R G4 F9
R3 150K N1 N2 R251 51 R G2 E10
R4 150K N1 N2 R252 51 R G2 F10
R5 1M P1 N2 R253 2K2 G1 F10
R6 6R8 M2 N2 R254 2K2 G1 F10
R7 680R N3 N2 R255 8K2 H1 E11
R8 390R N3 N2 R256 8K2 H1 F11
R9 680K P2 M2 R257 12K H1 F11
R10 100K P1 M2 R258 12K H1 F11
R11 47K F1 N3 R259 6R8 K1 G11
R101 33R F1 F3 R260 22K K1 F12
R102 898K F1 F2 R261 15K K2 F13
R103 111K F1 G2 R262 22K M2 F13
R04 988K F1 G2 R263 15K M1 F13
R105 10K1 F1 G2 R264 15K M2 F13
R106 1M F1 G2 R265 2K2 M3 G13
R107 10K1 F1 H2 R266 22K K2 E12
R108 499K F1 G4" R267 10K K2 F13
R109 1M F1 G4 R268 1K M1 F13
R110 750K F1 G4 R269 100R K2 F13
8. Time base :
This circuit generates time varying signal which is applied to the horizontal deflection
plates of the CRT. The sweep speed is selected on the time base control which is
marked in s/ Div., in 1-2-5 sequence. This sequence has been selected because it gives
a very good degree of overlap between ranges and thus a test signal can normally
displayed on more than one sweep speed. A variable control is also incorporated
which increases the sweep speed on any setting and enables the wave form to be
expanded.
8. Display modes :
The display mode refers to the different possibilities of the signals displaying on
screen. In CH I or CH II mode, only signals fed into the CH I or CH II input will be
displayed on the screen. In the Alternate mode, the signals from the two channels are
displayed alternatively on the screen. In the Chop mode, signals are displayed
simultaneously at a chopped frequency (100 KHz in ST2001E). In the X-Y mode, the
Oscilloscope is used as a X-Y monitor. Here CH I is Y axis & CH II is X axis.
9. Input coupling :
The input switch has three positions, to select either DC or AC coupling or ground. In
DC coupling, the input signal is fed directly in to the amplifier while AC coupling
enables blocking of the DC components of the input signal and passes only the AC
components of the signal to the Y amplifier. In the Gnd position, the input of the Y
amplifier is grounded.
Circuit Diagrams
Results :
Due to the open track between R 116 and R 119, signal was not reaching the input of
IC101. By placing the jumper between pin 1 and 2 of J4, the two points get connected
and the fault is removed.
Fault 5 : Signal gets distorted as Y Pos’s are moved in both
channels, also gain is low.
Symptoms : Signal gets distorted on top and bottom when moved up
and down.
Oscilloscope Settings : Connect sinewave signal, of 1Vpp at 5 KHz, to either
input at Ch I or CH II, set the attenuator to 0.2 V / Div
and input coupling to AC.
Fault Section : Y final amplifier.
Procedure :
1. Check the waveform at TP43 and TP44, it should be approximately 30 Vpp
if not then,
2. Check the waveform at R564 and R565 , it should be 1Vpp , if not then, (If
the waveform at R564 and T565 is correct, but at TP43 and TP44 is not, then
either transistor 555 or T556 is faulty or it is not getting proper biasing voltage)
3. Check the waveform at base ofT553 and T554 , it should 1Vpp if not
then, (If the waveform at base of T553 and T554 , is correct, but at R564 and
R565 it is not, then either T553 or T554 is faulty or it is not getting proper
biasing voltage).
4. Check the waveform at TP24 and TP25, it should be 150mVpp approximately,
if not then, (If waveform at TP24 and TP25 is correct, but at bases of T553 and
T554, it is not, then either T551 or T552 is faulty or not getting correct bias
voltage).
5. Check the voltage at R554, end common to R555, R556 and R553, it should be
12V DC.
6. Check the voltage at R553, end common to R554, R556 and R553, it should be
+12V DC.
7. If the voltage at R554 is correct, but at R553 it is not, then the track between
R553 and R554 is open.
8. Turn Off the instrument.
9. Remove the shorting shunt from 1 and 2, of Jumper J5 and place it on pin 2 & 3.
10. Turn On the instrument, and check, now signal is not distorted.
Results :
Due to open circuit between, R553 and R554, T551 and T552 were not getting proper
bias voltage and hence the trace signal was distorted.
Procedure :
1. Turn On instrument.
2. Keep instrument in CH I mode.
3. Check voltage at TP13, if not then, instead of 8 VDC, we get 24 VDC,
4. Check voltage at base of T252, it should be 10V, if not, instead of 10 V we get
24V, (If the voltage at base of T252 is correct, but at TP13 is not, then either
T252 is faulty or it is not getting connected to power supply.)
5. Turn Off the instrument.
6. Check the resistance between base and collector of T252, if it shows zero Ω,
then it shows that the base and collector are either shorted or damaged.
7. Remove the shorting shunt from pin 1 and 2 of jumper J7, and place it on pin 2
and 3.
8. Turn On the instrument, now Y shift should work in both up and down
directions.
Results :
Due to short circuit between base and collector of T252 Y position of CH I was not
working.
Fault 8 : No chop operation in Dual-Chop mode.
Symptoms : In Dual Alternate mode the both traces comes one after
each other, but when Dual-Chop is selected only one of
the trace is visible.
Oscilloscope Settings : Scope is in Dual-Chop mode.
Fault Section : Chopper circuit.
Procedure :
1. Turn On the instrument.
2. Check the waveform at TP13 and TP12, it should be same given on this manual
in Dual Chop mode, if not then,
3. Check wave at pin 13 and pin 12 of IC4013, it should be 12 Vpp, if not
then,
4. Check the waveform at pin 11 of IC 251, 4013, it should be 12 Vpp, if
not then,
5. Check the waveform at collector of T253, BC237, it should be 5 Vpp, if
not then,
6. If the waveform at the collector of T253 is not correct, then either T253 is faulty
or it is not getting proper bias voltage.
7. Turn Off the instrument, check transistor T253 , BC237 , if the emitter base
shows zero resistance or very low resistance , then the transistor base emitter
has damaged.
8. Remove the shorting shunt from the pin 1 and 2, and place it on 2 and 3 of
jumper J8.
9. Turn On the instrument and check the Dual-Chop function, it should work.
Results :
Due shorting between base and emitter of transistor T253 chop frequency astable
multi-vibrator was not working.
Fault 9 : No alternate operation in Dual-Alt mode.
Oscilloscope Settings : Dual-Alt mode, set time base switch to 50 µs/Div
Fault Section : Chopper circuit.
Symptoms : In Dual-Alt mode CH I trace is visible, but CH II is not
Procedure :
1. Turn ON the instrument.
2. Check the waveform at TP12 and TP13 , if not then,
3. Check the waveform at pin 12 and 13 of IC251, IC 4013, it should be 12Vpp, if
not then, (If the waveform at pin 12 and 13 is not correct , but at TP12 and TP13
it is not correct, then the transistor T251 or T252 is faulty, or they are not
getting +24 V power supply).
4. Check the power supply voltage of IC251, 4013, pin 7 should be at -12 V and
pin 14 at 0V.
5. Check the waveform at pin 11 of IC251 IC4013 , it should be .12 Vpp, if
not then,
6. Check the waveform at collector of transistor T254 , BC557 , it should be
12V pp, if not then,
7. Check the waveform at base of T254, BC557, it should be 12Vpp, if not
then, (If the waveform at base of T254 is correct , but at collector it is not
correct , then the transistor T254 may not getting power supply or the transistor
is faulty).
8. Check the waveform at TP31 blue color, alternate pulse it should 3.5 V
pp, if not then, 9. Check waveform at TP31 red color in Timebase circuit. 10. If
the waveform at TP31 (red) is correct, but at TP31 (blue), it is not correct, them
the track between them may be open.
9. Turn Off the instrument. Remove shorting shunt from 1 and 2 of jumper J9, and
place it on pin 2 and 3.
10. Turn On the instrument. 13. Check the waveform at TP12 and TP13, Dual
mode, Alternate should now work properly.
Results :
Due to open circuit between TP31 (red) and TP31 (blue) alternate pulse was not
reaching at T254. By placing jumper shorting shunt, two points got connected.
Fault 10 : No trigger from internal source.
Symptoms : Fast moving or unstable display of signal applied.
Oscilloscope Settings : Connect sine wave signal, of 1Vpp at 5 KHz, to either
input at CH I or CH II, set the attenuator to 0.2 V/Div
and input coupling to AC.
Fault Section : Trigger circuit.
Procedure :
1. Turn On the instrument.
2. Check the waveform at TP30, it should be 4 V pp if not then,
3. Check the waveform at TP23 and TP29, it should be same as waveform shown
in Test point details on page 7, if not then,
(If the waveform at TP28 and TP29 is correct, but at TP30, it is not correct then
either IC401, IC529 is faulty or it is not getting proper supply voltages).
4. Check the waveform at R004 , 470R ,it should be 3.0 Vpp, if not then,
5. Check the waveform at TPI5 , Red colour in trigger amplifier, it should be
3.0V pp, if not then,
6. Check at TP15, Blue colour, it should be 3.0 Vpp, if not then,
7. Check DC voltage at TP15 (red) and TPI5 (blue).
8. If the waveform at TP15 (Blue) is different from, but at TP15 (Red), then track
is open between the two.
9. Turn Off the instrument. Remove the shorting shunt from 1 and 2 of jumper J10
and place it on pin 2 and 3.
10. Turn On the instrument, now the signal should be triggered.
Results :
Due to open circuit, the signal was unable to reach to the trigger circuit, by making
the connections, signal got triggered.
Fault 11 : Time Base dead
Symptoms : No trace, or signal displayed on the screen at any time
base speed.
But speed is visible on left most point. Keep the
intensity to lowest to avoid CRT phosphors burning.
Oscilloscope Settings : Set all push buttons out, and all potentiometer controls
in the centre.
Fault Section : Time base circuit.
Procedure :
1. Turn on the instrument.
2. Check the waveform at TP34, it should be a sawtooth, if not then,
3. 3. Check +24 V power supply at common end of R431……..R436.
4. Check the voltage at pin 14 of IC 402; it should be +5 V.
5. Check the waveform at pin 6 of IC 402, 74LS74, it should be pulse train, if not
then,
6. Check the voltage at R420, 51R, it should be similar to the voltage at pin 6.
7. If the voltage at pin 6 is not same, then the track between the two is open.
8. Turn Off the instrument, remove the shorting shunt from pin 2 and 3 of jumper
J11 and place it on 1 and 2
9. Turn On the instrument, now check the Timebase display on the screen, i.e. the
trace now should be visible.
Results :
Due to open circuit between R420 and the pin 6 of IC 402, the IC was not in function.
Hence the Timebase was not generated.
Fault 12 : No timebase on speeds 0.5 µs/cm 50µs/cm and 5 ms/cm
Symptoms : The timebase at this speed is not visible and hence the
signal is also not displayed, a spot will be visible, keep
the intensity to lowest, to avoid the burning of CRT
phosphor.
Oscilloscope Settings : All pushbuttons out, all potentiometer controls in the
centre.
Fault Section : Time base circuit.
Procedure :
1. Turn On the instrument.
2. Keep the time base switch at 50 µs/cm position.
3. Check voltage at emitter of T405 , BC557 , it should be 24 V , if not then,
4. Check voltage at R431, 10K, at the end, which is connected to the timebase
wafer. It should be 24 V, if not then, (If the voltage at R431 is correct, but at
emitter it is not, it means that the time base switch wafer is faulty).
5. Check voltage at R431, end common to R432……R436, it should be +24 V, if
not then,
6. Check voltage at R432, end common to R431 R436, it should be + 24 V.
7. If the voltage is correct at R432, but not at R431, then the track between two is
open.
8. Turn Off the instrument, remove the shorting shunt form pin 1 and 2 of jumper
J12 and place it on 2 and 3.
9. Turn On the instrument, the trace at all these three speeds should be visible.
Results :
Due to open track the constant current source resistors at these speed was not
connected and, thus the constant current was not available for charging the timing
capacitors.
Fault 13 : No CT, only spot appears on the screen
Symptoms : Timebase is working, but a spot appears when CT is
selected.
Oscilloscope Settings : Press the pushbutton CT and keep all other pushbuttons
out, set all potentiometer controls in the centre.
Fault Section : Component Tester circuit.
Procedure :
1. Turn On the instrument select the CT mode.
2. Check the voltage at CT input terminals, it should be approximately 8 Vrms, if
not then,
3. Check the voltage at base of T406 or TP405 in timebase, it should sine 2.6
Vrms , if not then
4. Check the voltage at TP08, if not then,
5. Check the voltage at R9, end common to R10 in component tester circuit, it
should be 2.6 Vrms sine, if not then,
(If the voltage at R9 is correct, but at base of T406 is not correct, then CT
switch may be faulty).
6. Check voltage across at TP63 and TP62 in component tester circuit, it should be
8.6Vrms sine, if not then,
7. Check voltage at secondary of transformer, it should be 8.6 Vrms sinewave.
8. If voltage is correct, then track between the two is open.
9. Turn Off the instrument.
10. Remove shorting shunt from 2 and 3 of jumper J13, and place it on pin 1 and 2.
11. Turn On the instrument and check the CT operation.
Results :
Due to open circuit CT circuit was not getting 8.6 Vrms and CT was not working.
Fault 14 : No trace but, time base is present.
Oscilloscope Settings : Time base at 50µs/cm all push buttons out all
potentiometers in the centre
Fault Section : x - Final amplifier
Symptoms : Sawtooth is generated, but no trace is visible, no CT
works.
Procedure :
1. Turn On the instrument.
2. Check the voltage at R504, it should be-2 V to +6 V, by varying the X Pos
potentiometer, if not then,
3. Check the variation at TP37, it should be 0 to 9 V.
4. If the voltage at TP37 is correct, but at R504 it is not, then T505 is faulty.
5. Turn Off the instrument, check the resistance between base and emitter of T505,
if it shows zero, then base and emitter are getting shorted.
6. Remove the shorting shunt from pin 1 and 2 of jumper J14 and place it on pin 2
and 3.
7. Turn On the instrument, and check the trace, it should be visible and should
move left and right by moving X Pos control.
Results :
Due to short circuit at base and emitter of transistor T505, the biasing of forward
transistor was disturbed, and hence the time base was actually single sided.
Fault 15 : Limited, X position, one sided trace
Symptoms : Trace is on only one side and X-position potentiometer
is not working properly.
Oscilloscope Settings : Timebase at 50 µs/cm all push buttons out, all
potentiometers in the centre
Fault Section : X-Final amplifier.
Procedure :
1. Turn On the instrument.
2. Check the voltage at TP37, if not then,
3. Check the voltage at R517, 12 K end common to potentiometer P501, 10 K, it
should be 9V, if not then, (If the voltage at R51 7 is correct, but at TP37 it is
not, then P501 may be faulty).
4. Check the voltage at R517 , end common to R518 , it should be +24 V, if not
then,
5. Check the voltage at R518 , it should be +24 V, if not then,
6. If the voltage at R518 is correct, but at R517 it is not, then track between the
two is open.
7. Turn Off the instrument, remove the shorting shunt from pin 2 and 3 of jumper
J15 and place it on pin 1 and 2.
8. Turn On the instrument and check the X Pos control, it should work.
Results :
Due to opening between the R517 and R518, X positioning was not working
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1. We guarantee the product against all manufacturing defects for 36 months from
the date of sale by us or through our dealers. Consumables like dry cell etc. are
not covered under warranty.
2. The guarantee will become void, if
a) The product is not operated as per the instruction given in the operating
manual.
b) The agreed payment terms and other conditions of sale are not followed.
c) The customer resells the instrument to another party.
d) Any attempt is made to service and modify the instrument.
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full details of the complaints and defects noticed specifically mentioning the
type, serial number of the product and date of purchase etc.
4. The repair work will be carried out, provided the product is dispatched securely
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