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Service Manual
TDS1000 and TDS2000 Series
Digital Storage Oscilloscopes
071-1076-02
This document supports firmware version 1.00
and above.
Warning
The servicing instructions are for use by
qualified personnel only. To avoid personal
injury, do not perform any servicing unless you
are qualified to do so. Refer to all safety
summaries prior to performing service.
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Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supercedes
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Contacting Tektronix
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USA
For product information, sales, service, and technical support:
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Warranty 16
Tektronix warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three
(3) years from the date of original purchase from an authorized Tektronix distributor. If the product proves
defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defective product without
charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product. Batteries are
excluded from this warranty. Parts, modules and replacement products used by Tektronix for warranty work may
be new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced parts, modules and products become the property
of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration
of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be
responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix,
shipping charges prepaid, and with a copy of customer proof of purchase. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the
product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is
located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for
products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product;
b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any
damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a product that has been
modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time
or difficulty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS
ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.


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Table of Contents
General Safety Summary vii ...................................
Service Safety Summary ix ....................................
Environmental Considerations xi ...............................
Preface xiii ...................................................
Related Manuals xiii .................................................
Specifications
Certifications and Compliances 1--8 .....................................
Operating Information
General Features 2--2 .................................................
Installation 2--4 ......................................................
Power Cord 2--4 .................................................
Security Loop 2--4 ................................................
Extension Modules 2--5 ...............................................
Functional Check 2--6 ................................................
Self Calibration 2--7 ..................................................
Default Setup 2--7 ...................................................
Theory of Operation
Main Board 3--4 .....................................................
Acquisition System 3--4 ...........................................
Processing and Display System 3--5 ..................................
Input Signal Interface 3--5 ..........................................
Probe Compensation 3--5 ..........................................
External Trigger 3--5 ..............................................
Main Board Power 3--5 ............................................
Power Supply 3--6 ...................................................
Display Module 3--6 ..................................................
Front Panel 3--6 .....................................................
Two-Channel Oscilloscopes 3--6 .....................................
Four-Channel Oscilloscopes 3--7 ....................................
LEDs 3--7 ......................................................
Extension Modules 3--7 ...............................................
Performance Verification
Required Equipment 4--1 ..............................................
Test Record 4--2 .....................................................
Performance Verification Procedures 4--3 .................................

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Self Test 4--3 ....................................................
Self Calibration 4--3 ..............................................
Check DC Gain Accuracy 4--3 ......................................
Check Bandwidth 4--5 .............................................
Check Sample Rate and Delay Time Accuracy 4--6 ......................
Check Edge Trigger Sensitivity 4--7 ..................................
Check External Edge Trigger Sensitivity 4--9 ...........................
Adjustment Procedures
Required Equipment 5--1 ..............................................
Adjustment Procedure 5--3 .............................................
Enable the Service Menu 5--3 .......................................
Adjustment Procedure 5--5 .........................................
Maintenance
Preparation 6--1 .....................................................
Preventing ESD 6--1 ..................................................
Inspection and Cleaning 6--2 ...........................................
General Care 6--2 ................................................
Inspection and Cleaning Procedures 6--2 ..............................
Removal and Installation Procedures 6--5 .................................
Preparation 6--5 ..................................................
List of Modules 6--5 ..............................................
Summary of Procedures 6--6 ........................................
Required Tools 6--6 ...............................................
Rear Feet 6--7 ...................................................
Flip Feet 6--9 ....................................................
Front-Panel Knobs 6--10 ............................................
Power Button 6--10 ................................................
Rear Case 6--10 ...................................................
Front Feet 6--14 ...................................................
Power Supply Module 6--15 .........................................
Internal Assembly 6--17 ............................................
Display Cable 6--19 ................................................
Front-Panel Cable 6--21 ............................................
Main Board Module 6--22 ...........................................
Display Module 6--24 ..............................................
Front-Panel Module 6--26 ...........................................
Keypad 6--28 .....................................................
Front Case 6--30 ..................................................

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Troubleshooting 6--31 .................................................
Adjustment After Repair 6--31 .......................................
Required Tools and Equipment 6--31 ..................................
Troubleshooting Tree 6--31 ..........................................
PROBE COMP Output 6--35 ........................................
Troubleshooting the Power Supply 6--35 ...............................
Troubleshooting the Display 6--36 ....................................
Troubleshooting the Backlight 6--38 ...................................
Troubleshooting the Front Panel 6--40 .................................
Troubleshooting the Main Board 6--43 .................................
Running Diagnostics 6--43 ..........................................
Troubleshooting Input Connections 6--43 ...............................
Using the Error Log 6--44 ...........................................
Repackaging Instructions 6--46 ..........................................
Packaging 6--46 ...................................................
Storage 6--46 .....................................................
Diagrams
Replaceable Parts
Parts Ordering Information 8--1 .........................................
Module Servicing 8--1 .............................................
Using the Replaceable Parts List 8--2 .....................................
Abbreviations 8--2 ................................................
Mfr. Code to Manufacturer Cross Index 8--3 ...........................

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List of Figures
Figure 2--1: Routing the power cord and security cable 2--4 ..........
Figure 2--2: Installing and removing an extension module 2--5 ........
Figure 3--1: Module-level block diagram (two channel) 3--2 ..........
Figure 3--2: Module-level block diagram (four channel) 3--3 ..........
Figure 5--1:Adjustment setups 5--4 ...............................
Figure 6--1: Removing the rear feet 6--7 ...........................
Figure 6--2: Installing the rear feet 6--8 ............................
Figure 6--3: Removing and installing the flip feet 6--9 ................
Figure 6--4: Removing and installing the rear case 6--11 ..............
Figure 6--5:Aligning the oscilloscope rear case 6--13 .................
Figure 6--6: Removing and installing the front feet 6--14 ..............
Figure 6--7: Removing the power supply module 6--15 ................
Figure 6--8: Installing the power supply module 6--16 ................
Figure 6--9: Removing and installing the internal assembly 6--17 .......
Figure 6--10: Removing the display cable 6--19 ......................
Figure 6--11: Installing the display cable 6--20 .......................
Figure 6--12: Removing and installing the front-panel cable 6--21 .......
Figure 6--13: Main board removal 6--23 ............................
Figure 6--14: Removing the display module 6--24 ....................
Figure 6--15: Installing the display module 6--25 .....................
Figure 6--16: Removing the front-panel module 6--26 .................
Figure 6--17: Installing the front-panel module 6--27 .................
Figure 6--18: Removing and installing the keypad 6--28 ...............
Figure 6--19: Oscilloscope troubleshooting tree (1 of 3) 6--32 ...........
Figure 6--20: Oscilloscope troubleshooting tree (2 of 3) 6--33 ...........
Figure 6--21: Oscilloscope troubleshooting tree (3 of 3) 6--34 ...........
Figure 6--22: Measuring the backlight voltage 6--39 ..................
Figure 7--1: TDS1000 and TDS2000 series block diagram 7--2 ........
Figure 8--1: Exploded diagram 8--7 ...............................

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List of Tables
Table 1--1: Oscilloscope specifications 1--1 ........................
Table 1--2: Oscilloscope general specifications 1--7 ..................
Table 2--1: Default settings 2--7 ..................................
Table 5--1: Required equipment 5--1 .............................
Table 5--2:Adjustment steps 5--6 ................................
Table 6--1: Internal inspection check list 6--3 ......................
Table 6--2: List of procedures 6--6 ................................
Table 6--3: List of error codes 6--44 ...............................
Table 8--1: Parts list column descriptions 8--2 ......................
Table 8--2: Manufacturers cross index 8--3 ........................
Table 8--3: Replaceable parts list 8--4 .............................
Table 8--4: Replaceable standard accessories 8--8 ...................
Table 8--5: Replaceable optional accessories 8--8 ...................

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The Tektronix TDS1000 and TDS2000 Series Service Manual is an essential resource for professionals and DIY enthusiasts involved in the repair and maintenance of storage oscilloscopes. Whether you are troubleshooting technical issues or performing routine maintenance, this manual provides detailed insights into the inner workings of the TDS 1000 and 2000 series.
With comprehensive diagrams, schematics, and step-by-step instructions, this manual equips you with the knowledge needed to effectively diagnose and resolve issues with these oscilloscopes. It is an invaluable tool for ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of your equipment.