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Fixing TEK 465 Oscilloscopes
I'm having TeKnical difficulties. My beloved Tek 465 'scope quit on me. I'd been running it continuously for a day or so, watching the output on my BITX VFO. Then, suddenly, it blew the 1.5 amp fuse. I replaced the fuse, but afterwards the trace was gone and the "Low Line" light was acting weird -- on when it should have been off, then flickering. I consulted with Alan Wolke. He happened to be out at TEX HQ in Beaverton, Ore. He provided some good suggestions, but before I had a chance to try them, the trace came back. I attributed this good luck to the Radio Gods being pleased with Alan's presence in Beaverton... but my reprieve was short-lived. Trace went out again today.
I found this video of the legendary Jim Williams (RIP) fixing a Tek 465. (Check out Jim's junk box!)
I'll start by checking the Tantalums. I may get lucky.
If anyone has any other suggestions, send them this way. The Tek scope may be old, but it is a COMPLICATED piece of gear...
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