Re: Used Analog vs New Digital Scope

DaveC <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in
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> On Fri, 28 Nov 2003 15:02:31 -0800, Walter Harley wrote
> (in message <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>):
> 
>> I've got a used Tek 2465A.  Best scope I've owned or used.  Can't
>> imagine a PC-based scope coming close.  So much of the functionality
>> has to do with having really good analog design - you can't make up
>> for it with software. 
> 
> If you decide on the 2465, know that they are a ticking time bomb (I
> think the 244x series is also effected). The custom IC U400 (I think
> it is) in the vertical circuit 

No,it's the Horizontal output IC that has a high failure rate.

is the first thing to go, and Tektronix
> is no longer repairing this. Somebody on the 'net advertises replacing
> this IC for $500-plus. 
> 
> I have a 2465 and it is great, but I know when that IC goes...
> 
> Good luck,



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