I thought I'd mention, do use caution when fixing pulse generators. The output
transistors are often mounted an a beryllium ceramic. Even the dust from these is quite
toxic. These usually have warning stickers but stickers can get lots.
Dwight
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Subject: Re: Tek 500 pulser modules
Hi
I thought I'd mention that when troubleshooting a computer, if you can't takeover
the execution of the processor, such as a diagnostic ROM, a pulse generator can be a
useful tool. For most all TTL, except some bus drivers, one can use a pulse generator to
override a 1 value to inject a signal in a circuit path. Most don't realize that these
have many uses.
Dwight
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Subject: Re: Tek 500 pulser modules
On 10/01/2019 08:02 AM, Al Kossow via cctalk wrote:
Wow, good find! Thanks,
Jon