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Service Manual
AWG410, AWG420 & AWG430
200 MS/s Arbitrary Waveform Generator
070-A811-52
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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at its option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in
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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.
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This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
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Table of Contents
General Safety Summary xi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Safety Summary xiii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface xv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Structure xv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Conventions xvi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Finding Other Information xvi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting Tektronix xvii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Verification Procedures xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Strategy for Servicing xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tektronix Service Offerings xx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
Product Overview 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Description 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Specification 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certification and Compliances 1–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Information
Preparation for Use 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplying Operating Power 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Environment 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repackaging for Shipment 2–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Applying and Interrupting Power 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Basics 2–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls and Connectors 2–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu Operations 2–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shortcut Controls 2–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
File management 2–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Double Windows 2–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick View 2–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Overview 2–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theory of Operation
Theory of Operation 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signal Output Process 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Verification
Conventions 4–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Self Tests 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Tests 4–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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AWG400-Series Test Record 4–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Mode Tests 4–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal Clock Frequency Tests 4–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Amplitude and Offset Accuracy Tests (Normal Out) 4–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Amplitude, Offset Accuracy and Rise Time Tests (Direct DA Out) 4–46. . . . . . . . . .
Step Response Tests (normal out) 4–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal Trigger Tests 4–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger Input Tests 4–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Event Input and Enhanced Mode Tests 4–67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 MHz Reference Input Tests 4–74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Clock Input Tests 4–76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ADD Input Tests 4–78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Marker Output Tests 4–81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Channel Skew Tests (AWG420 and AWG430 only) 4–84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Clock Output Tests 4–87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 MHz Reference Output Tests 4–89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital Data Output Tests (Option 03 Only) 4–91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment Procedures
Overview 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Purpose 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Adjustments 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Providing Access 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling 5–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Check/Adjustment Files 5–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment Instructions 5–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance
Maintenance 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Maintenance Procedures 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Cleaning 6–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal and Installation Procedures 6–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation for Use 6–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Access Procedure 6–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedures for External Modules 6–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedures for Internal Modules (1) 6–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedures for Internal Modules (2) 6–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 6–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostics 6–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Messages and Codes 6–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Command Errors 6–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Execution Errors 6–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Device Specific Errors 6–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Query Errors 6–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power-On Events 6–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Request Events 6–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Request Control Events 6–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation Complete Events 6–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Device Errors 6–67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Options and Accessories
Options and Accessories 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Cord Options 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options 7–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories 7–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replaceable Electrical Parts
Electrical Parts List 8–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagrams
Diagrams 9–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replaceable Mechanical Parts
Parts Ordering Information 10–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Replaceable Parts List 10–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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List of Figures Figure 1–1: Connection method for Digital Data Out 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–2: Pin Assignment of Digital Data Out 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–3: Signal timing 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–4: Dimensions 1–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–1: Rear panel power switch, fuse holder, and power
connector 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–2: Location of the ON/STBY switch 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–3: Front panel controls 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–4: Front panel keypad area 2–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–5: Front panel keypad area 2–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–6: Rear panel signal and power connectors 2–17. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–7: Menu buttons, bezel menu buttons, and the CLEAR MENU
button 2–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–8: Bottom and side menus 2–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–9: Pop-up menu example 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–10: Dialog box example 2–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–11: Screen menu example 2–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–12: Knob icon displayed in Status Display area 2–23. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–13: Keypad buttons 2–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–14: Three types of Input text dialog boxes 2–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–15: Input Filename dialog box 2–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–16: Shortcut controls 2–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–17: Files and directories with read only attribute 2–33. . . . . . . .
Figure 2–18: Input Filename dialog box 2–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–19: Double Windows 2–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–20: Overwrite confirmation 2–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–21: File list window examples in which Quick View is
available 2–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–22: Viewing a file by Quick View function 2–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–23: Main Setup screen (AWG430) 2–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–24: Setup Waveform/Sequence menu 2–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–25: Viewing a file in the Setup screen 2–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–1:AWG400-Series block diagram 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–2: Clock oscillator configuration 3–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–3: Relationship between memory address control and waveform
memory 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure 4–1: Diagnostic menu 4–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–2: Calibration result message box 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–3: EVENT IN connector pins and signals and ground closure
connector 4–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–4: P4116 Pod Output pins and signals 4–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–5: Loading file; selecting storage drive 4–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–6: Continuous mode initial test hookup (Instrument other than
option 05) 4–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–7: Continuous mode initial test hookup (Instrument with
option 05) 4–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–8: Triggered mode initial test hookup (Instrument other than
option 05) 4–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–9: Relationship between trigger signal and waveform output
(Instrument other than option 05) 4–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–10: Triggered mode initial test hookup (Instrument with
option 05) 4–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–11: Relationship between trigger signal and waveform output
(Instrument with option 05) 4–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–12: Relationship between gate signal and waveform output
(Instrument other than option 05) 4–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–13: Relationship between gate signal and waveform output
(Instrument with option 05) 4–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–14: Clock frequency and 10 MHz reference input initial test
hookup 4–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–15:Amplitude accuracy initial test hookup 4–37. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–16:Amplitude accuracy initial test hookup 4–40. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–17: Direct DA output amplitude accuracy initial test
hookup 4–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–18: Direct DA output amplitude accuracy initial test
hookup 4–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–19: Direct DA output pulse rise time initial test hookup 4–50. . .
Figure 4–20: Direct DA output pulse rise time initial test hookup 4–52. . .
Figure 4–21: Step response initial test hookup 4–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–22: Step response initial test hookup 4–57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–23: Internal trigger initial test hookup 4–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–24: Trigger input initial test hookup 4–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–25: Trigger Signal (+5V check1) 4–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–26: Trigger Signal (+5V check2) 4–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–27: Trigger Signal (–5 V check1) 4–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–28: Trigger Signal (–5 V check2) 4–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure 4–29: Event input and enhanced mode initial test hookup 4–67. . .
Figure 4–30: Waveform while all ground disclosure switches are
open 4–69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–31: Waveform output when the SW1 is closed 4–69. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–32: Waveform output when SW2 is closed 4–70. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–33: Waveform output when the SW3 is closed 4–71. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–34: Waveform output when SW4 is closed 4–71. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–35: Initial waveform output 4–72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–36: DC waveform output when the SW5 is closed 4–73. . . . . . . .
Figure 4–37: 10 MHz reference input initial test hookup 4–74. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–38: Master Clock input initial test hookup 4–76. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–39:ADD IN input initial test hookup 4–78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–40: Marker output initial test hookup 4–81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–41: Marker output waveform 4–83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–42: Channel skew test hookup 4–84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–43: Master Clock output initial test hookup 4–87. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–44: 10MHz Reference output initial test hookup 4–89. . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–45: Digital data output level initial test hookup 4–91. . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–46: P4116 Output Connector 4–92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4–47: Clock output and data output 4–94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–1: Cooling the waveform generator during adjustment
procedures 5–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–2:Accessing the service switch 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–3:Adjustment location for the power supply unit 5–8. . . . . . . .
Figure 5–4: Hookup for the reference clock frequency adjustment 5–9. .
Figure 5–5: Continuous mode initial test hookup (Instrument with
option 05) 5–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–6:Adjustment location for the DAC output waveform 5–13. . . .
Figure 5–7: Channel skew test hookup 5–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–8: Channel skew test hookup for CH2 (1) 5–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–9: Channel skew test hookup for CH2 (2) 5–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–10: BitWeight table 5–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5–11: Channel skew test hookup for CH3 5–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–1: Instrument orientation 6–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–2: External modules 6–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–3: Internal modules (1) 6–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–4: Internal modules(1) 6–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–5: Internal modules(2) 6–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure 6–6: Knob removal 6–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–7: Line fuse and line cord removal 6–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–8: Cabinet removal 6–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–9: Trim ring and menu buttons removal 6–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–10:A20 Front-Panel assembly removal 6–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–11: Disassembly of Front-Panel assembly 6–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–12: Output assembly removal 6–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–13: Cabinet modules removal 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–14: Fan removal 6–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–15: Floppy disk drive removal 6–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–16: Display assembly removal 6–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–17: Power supply module removal 6–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–18:A10 Connector board removal 6–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–19: CPU unit removal 6–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–20: CPU, A40 PCI Interface, and GPIB boards removal 6–40. .
Figure 6–21: Hard disk and flash disk removal 6–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–22: Rear Chassis removal 6–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–23:A80, A70/A72, A52, A50 Boards removal 6–45. . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–24:A60 Memory board removal 6–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–25: Primary troubleshooting procedure 6–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–26: Troubleshooting procedure 1 — Power Supply module 6–53
Figure 6–27: Power Supply connectors 6–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–28: Troubleshooting procedure 2 — CPU or Front Panel
module 6–55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–29: Troubleshooting procedure 3 — LCD module 6–56. . . . . . .
Figure 6–30:A10 Connector board 6–57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 6–31: Troubleshooting procedure 4 — Module isolation 6–58. . . . .
Figure 10–1: Front and Display unit 10–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–2: Front panel 10–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–3: Front Output unit 10–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–4: Chassis 10–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–5: CPU unit 10–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–6: Board A50, A52, A72, A80 10–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–7: Rear Panel 10–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–8: Cabinet 10–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–9: Rack mount 10–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 10–10: P4116 10–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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List of Tables Table 1–1:AWG400–Series waveform editors 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–2: Operation modes 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–3:Arbitrary waveforms 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–4: Clock generator 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–5: Period jitter 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–6: Cycle to Cycle jitter 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–7: Internal trigger generator 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–8: Main output (Specified at the end of BNC cable,
Tektronix part number 012–0482–00) 1–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–9: Complementary Normal Out (Specified at the end of BNC
cable, Tektronix part number 012–0482–00) 1–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–10: Single Ended Normal Out (Option 05) (Specified at the end of
cable, Tektronix part number 012–0482–00) 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–11: Direct DA Out (Specified at the end of cable, Tektronix part
number 012–0482–00) 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–12:Auxiliary Outputs (Specified at the end of cable, Tektronix
part number 012–0057–01) 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–13: Digital Data Out (Option 03), specified at the P4116 output
connector 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–14: Pin Assignment of Digital Data Out (P4116 output
connector) 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–15:Auxiliary Inputs 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–16: Funcion Generator (FG) 1–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–17: Display 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–18: Power Supply 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–19: Timer 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–20: Interface connectors 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–21: Installation requirement 1–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–22: Environmental 1–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–23: Mechanical 1–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–24: Certifications and compliances 1–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1–25: Installation category and pollution degree descriptions 1–21
Table 2–1: Power-cord conductor identification 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–2: Power cord identification 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–3: Fuse part numbers 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–4: Fuse cap part numbers 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–5: Side menu elements 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Table 2–6: Text input button functions 2–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–7: Shortcut controls 2–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table2–8:AWG400-SeriesArbitraryWaveformGeneratorfiletypes 2–29
Table 2–9: Drive and Directory menus 2–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–10: Waveform record length adjustment messages 2–34. . . . . . .
Table 2–11: File operation in double windows 2–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table2–12:Confirmationselectionforcopy-allandmove-all
operations 2–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–13: Setup screen parameter icons 2–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–14: Setup bottom menu buttons 2–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–15: Setup output parameter operations 2–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–1: Run modes 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–2: Editors 3–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–1: Performance test items 4–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–2: Test equipment 4–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4–3: Waveforms and sequences in performance check disk 4–11. .
Table 4–4: P4116 Output Connector Pin Assignment 4–92. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–1:Adjustments required 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–2: Adjustments 5–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–3: Test equipment 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 5–4: File list for Performance Check/Adjustment disk 5–6. . . . . .
Table 6–1: Relative susceptibility to static-discharge damage 6–3. . . . . .
Table 6–2: External inspection check list 6–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–3: Internal inspection check list 6–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–4: Tools required for module removal 6–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–5: Definition of event codes 6–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–6: Command errors 6–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–7: Execution errors 6–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–8: Device specific errors 6–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–9: Query errors 6–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–10: Power-on events 6–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–11: User request events 6–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–12: Request control events 6–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–13: Operation complete events 6–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 6–14: Messages and Codes 6–67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Table 7–1: Power cord identification 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 7–2: Standard accessories 7–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 7–3: Optional accessories 7–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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General Safety Su ary
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.
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
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 Ter inal 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 common terminal is at ground potential. Do not connect the common
terminal to elevated voltages.
Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common terminal, that
exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Da p Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive At osphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
To Avoid Fire or
Personal Injury

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Terms in this Manual. These terms may appear in this manual:
 Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.
 Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
Terms on the Product. These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
Symbols on the Product. The following symbols may appear on the product:
! ##% ! $
!# !

! # $
 $
"$#

  #
Symbols and Terms

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Service Safety S mmary
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, disconnect the mains power by means
of the power cord or, if provided, the power switch.
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.
Calendar (date and time) Back p Battery. This product contains a Lithium:poly-
carbon monofluoride battery for calendar backup purposes. This battery is part of
the CPU unit and is not replaceable.

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Preface
This is the service manual for the AWG400-Series. The manual contains
information needed to service the waveform generator to the module level.
Manual Structure
This manual is divided into sections, such as Specifications and Theory of
Operation. Further, some sections are divided into subsections, such as Product
Description and Removal and Installation Procedures.
Sections containing procedures also contain introductions to those procedures.
Be sure to read these introductions because they provide information needed to
do the service correctly and efficiently. The following contains a brief description
of each manual section.
Specifications contains a description of the waveform generator and the
characteristics that apply to it.
Operating Information includes general information and operating
instructions.
Theory of Operation contains circuit descriptions that support service to the
module level.
Performance Verification contains procedures for confirming that the
waveform generator functions properly and meets warranted limits.
Adjustment Procedures contains information that you need to manually
adjust the waveform generator so that it meets specifications.
Maintenance contains information and procedures for performing preventive
and corrective maintenance of the waveform generator. These instructions
include cleaning, module removal and installation, and fault isolation to the
module.
Options contains information on servicing factory-installed options.
Replaceable Electrical Parts contains a statement referring you to Replace-
able Mechanical Parts, where both electrical and mechanical modules are
listed.
Diagrams contains block diagrams and an interconnection diagram.
Replaceable Mechanical Parts includes a table of all replaceable modules,
their descriptions, and their Tektronix part numbers.