Tektronix RSA6100A Series User manual

Service
RSA6100A Series
Real-time Spectrum Analyzer
Serial Numbers B020000 and Above
071-1914-02
This document applies to softwware
version 1.3.1043 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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Warranty 2
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of shipment. If any such 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. 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, with
shipping charges prepaid. 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 v...................................
Service Safety Summary vii....................................
Preface ix...................................................
Manual Content ix.................................................
Manual Conventions ix..............................................
Related User Documents x..........................................
Operating Information
Operating Information 1--1.....................................
Theory of Operation
Theory of Operation 2--1.......................................
General 2--1........................................................
Signal Path and Processing 2--1.........................................
Display Panel 2--2...................................................
Front Panel 2--2.....................................................
Rear Panel 2--2......................................................
Power Supply 2--3...................................................
Fans 2--3...........................................................
Adjustment Procedures
Adjustment Procedure 3--1......................................
Running Alignments 3--1..............................................
Maintenance
Maintenance 4--1..............................................
Preventing ESD 4--1.................................................
Inspection and Cleaning 4--2...........................................
General Care 4--2................................................
Interior Cleaning 4--2.............................................
Exterior Cleaning 4--2............................................
Flat Panel Display Cleaning 4--3....................................
Restoring the Operating System 4--7..............................
Creating a Disk Backup Image 4--7......................................
Restoring the Instrument Operating System 4--9...........................
Formatting the Drive in Option 06/08 Instruments 4--9......................
Restoring the Operating System from the Instrument Hard Disk
(Options 06/07) 4--10..............................................
Restoring the Hard Disk from a Backup Image 4--11.........................
Removal and Installation Procedures 4--13.........................
Preparation 4--13.....................................................
Trim, Cabinet, and Module Removal 4--14.................................
Removal Procedures 4--17..............................................

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Troubleshooting 4--23...........................................
Service Level 4--23...................................................
Check for Common Problems 4--24......................................
Diagnostics 4--27.....................................................
Replaceable Parts
Replaceable Parts 5--1..........................................
Parts Ordering Information 5--1.........................................
Using the Replaceable Parts List 5--2....................................

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List of Figures
Figure 2--1: RSA6100A Series block diagram 2--5...................
Figure 4--1: Primary customer replaceable module locations 4--16......
Figure 4--2: Status indicator locations 4--25.........................
Figure 4--3: Diagnostics Power On Self Test results view 4--27.........
Figure 4--4: Diagnostics Failure Info tab 4--28.......................
Figure 4--5: Event viewer initial display 4--29.......................
Figure 4--6: Event viewer applications error view 4--30...............
Figure 4--7: Event Properties window, showing error log information 4--30
Figure 4--8: Starting Extended Diagnostics 4--31.....................
Figure 4--9: Embedded Diagnostics Interface 4--32...................
Figure 4--10: Diagnostics test iteration control 4--32..................
Figure 5--1: External parts 5--5..................................
Figure 5--2: Display, front panel, DVD, and removeable hard drive 5--7
Figure 5--3: Detail 1 of cabling shown in Figure 5--2 5--8.............
Figure 5--4: Detail 2 of cabling shown in Figure 5--2 5--9.............
Figure 5--5: Detail 3 of cabling shown in Figure 5--2 5--10.............
Figure 5--6: Modules 5--12.......................................
Figure 5--7: Detail 1 of Slot PC Cabling shown in Figure 5--6 5--13......
Figure 5--8: Detail 2 of Slot PC Cabling shown in Figure 5--6 5--14......
Figure 5--9: Detail of cabling shown in Figure 5--6 (cont.) 5--15.........
Figure 5--10: Power supply and internal hard drive 5--17.............
Figure 5--11: Detail 1 of cabling shown in Figure 5--10 5--18...........
Figure 5--12: Detail 2 of cabling shown in Figure 5--10 5--19...........
Figure 5--13: Upper and lower deck fans 5--21.......................
Figure 5--14: Detail of cabling shown in Figure 5--13 5--22.............
Figure 5--15: RF interface board and cables 5--24....................

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List of Tables
Table 2--1: Rear panel connectors 2--3............................
Table 4--1: External inspection check list 4--3......................
Table 4--2: Internal inspection check list 4--4......................
Table 4--3: Tools required for module removal 4--14.................
Table 4--4: Legend for Table 4--5 4--15.............................
Table 4--5: Accessing modules 4--15...............................
Table 4--6: Power conversion board connectors 4--20................
Table 4--7: Failure symptoms and possible causes 4--24...............
Table 4--8: Power converter board status indicators 4--26.............
Table 4--9: Digital interface board status indicators 4--26.............
Table 4--10: Diagnostic error messages 4--33........................

RSA6100A Series Service Manual Serial Numbers B020000 and Above v
General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system.
Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and
cautions related to operating the system.
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
The inputs are not rated for connection to mains or Category II, III, or IV
circuits.
Power Disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power
source. Do not block the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at all
times.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Replace Batteries Properly. Replace batteries only with the specified type and
rating.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
ToAvoidFireor
Personal Injury

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Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
These terms may appear on the product:
HDANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
HWARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you
read the marking.
HCAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
Protective Ground
(Earth) Terminal Chassis Ground Standby
Terms in this Manual
Symbols and Terms
on the Product

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Service Safety Summary
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service
Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service
procedures.
Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.
Disconnect Power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the instrument power, then
disconnect the power cord from the mains power.
Use Care When Servicing With Power On. Dangerous voltages or currents may
exist in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and
disconnect test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing
components.
To avoid electric shock, do not touch exposed connections.

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RSA6100A Series Service Manual Serial Numbers B020000 and Above ix
Preface
This is the service manual for the RSA6100A Series Real-time Spectrum
Analyzers.
Read this preface to learn how this manual is structured, what conventions it
uses, and where you can find other information related to servicing this product.
Manual Content
This manual contains only information related to servicing an RSA6100A Series
Real-time Spectrum Analyzer. For information related to installing and operating
the instrument or for a list of instrument specifications, refer to the appropriate
user document as described in Related User Documents on the following page.
Be sure to read the introductions to all procedures. These introductions provide
important information needed to perform the service correctly, safely, and
efficiently.
Manual Conventions
This manual uses certain conventions that you should become familiar with
before attempting service.
The term module refers to a collection of items that are replaceable as a unit. A
module may contain electrical and mechanical assemblies, circuit boards, and
interconnecting cables.
The term Plug--in Module refers to the units that plug into the Main Digital
Interface board.
This manual refers to any field-replaceable assembly or mechanical part by its
name or generically as a replaceable part. In general, a replaceable part is any
circuit board or assembly that is listed in the Replaceable Parts section.
Symbols and terms related to safety appear in the General Safety Summary
found at the beginning of this manual. Be sure to read both the General Safety
Summary and Service Safety Summary before performing any service to this
instrument.
Module
Plug-in Module
Replaceable Parts
Safety

Preface
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Related User Documents
The following related English user documents are available if you need more
information about operating the instrument. These documents are located on the
RSA6100A Series Real-time Spectrum Analyzer User Documentation CD-ROM
or can be downloaded from the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com).
HRSA6100A Series Real-time Spectrum Analyzer Quick Start User Manual.
This document provides the basic information you need to install and operate
the instrument. Included is a listing of the options and accesories available
for the instrument.
HRSA6100A Series Real-time Spectrum Analyzer Series Specifications and
Performance Verification Technical Reference (English). Contains the
following technical information about the instrument:
HElectrical and physical specifications, including a list of certifications
and compliances.
HA performance verification procedure to check instrument performance
against guaranteed specifications.
HRSA6100A Series Real-time Spectrum Analyzer Programmer Manual
(English). Describes the GPIB instrument programming commands and
interface.
HRSA6100A Series Real-time Spectrum Analyzer Security and Declassifica-
tion Instructions (English). Provides instruction on how customers with data
security concerns can sanitize or remove memory devices from the instru-
ment.

Operating Information

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Operating Information
For information on installing and operating your RSA6100A Series Real-time
Spectrum Analyzer, refer to the Quick Start User Manual.

Operating Information
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Theory of Operation