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The Hewlett-Packard Company certifies that this instrument was

thoroughly tested and inspected and found to meet its published
specifications when it was shipped from the factory. The Hewlett-
Packard Company further certifies that its calibration measure-
ments are traceable to the U.S. National Bureau of Standards to
the extent allowed by the Bureau's calibration facility,
WARRANTY AND ASSISTANCE
This Hewlett-Packard product is warranted against defects I

in materials and workmanship. This warranty applies for
one year from the date of delivery, or, in the case of certain
major components listed in the operating manual, for the
specified period. We will repair or replace products which
prove to be defective during the warranty period provided
they are returned to Hewlett-Packard. No other warranty
is expressed or implied. We are not liable for consequential
damages.
Service contracts or customer assistance agreements are

available for Hewlett-Packard products that require main-
tenance and repair on-site.
For any assistance, contact your nearest Hewlett-Packard

Sales and Service Office. Addresses are provided at the
back of this manual.
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OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL
MODEL 2118
SQUARE WAVE GENERATOR
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Manual Part Number 00211-90901.

I Microfiche Part Number 00211-90801.
PRII\lTED: MAR 1971

Table of Contents Model 211 B
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page Section Page
GENERAL INFORMATION . .. 1-1 V PERFORMANCE CHECK AND

1-1. Description............. .. 1-1 ADJUSTMENTS 5-1
1-4. I nstrument Application . .1-2 5-1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
1-6. Equipment Available 5-3. Required Test Equipment 5-1
~ut Not Supplied ... .1-2 5-5. Performa nce Check . .5-1
1-8. I nstrurnent and Manual 5-6. Procedure 5-1
Identification . .1-2 5-8. Frequency Check 5-1
1-12. Inquiries. . . .. .1-2 5-9. Symmetry Control Check 5-3
5-10. Synchronization Check 5-3
II INSTALLATION 2-1 5-11. 600-0hm Output Check 5-4
2-1. Initial Inspection 2-1 5-12. Risetime and Falltime 5-4
2-4. Preparation For Use 2-1 5-13. 50-Ohm Output Check . . . . . . . . . .5-4
2-5. Three-Conductor Power Cord 2-1 5-15. Symmetry (10 MHz) 5-5
2-7. Power Requ irements . . . . . .. 2-1 5-16. Trigger Output Check 5-5
2-11. Claims. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-1 5-18. Adjustments 5-5
2-13. Repackaging For Shipment. . . .. 2-1 5-21. Power Supply Adjustment 5-7
5-22. Frequency Adjustment 5-7
III OPERATION 3-1 5-23. Synchronization Adjustment 5-8
3-1. Introduction . . . . . . . . 3-1 5-24. Pulse Amplitude 600-0hm
3-3. Controls and Connectors .. . 3-1 Output Adjustment 5-8
3-8. Operating Considerations .. . 3-1
3-9. External Synchronization 3-1
3-11. Trigger Output . 3-1 VI REPLACEABLE PARTS 6-1
3-13. 0 perating Procedures . . . . . . . . . .3-1 6-1. Introduction 6-1
6-4. Ordering Information 6-1
IV PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION . · .. 4-1
4-1. Introduction . · . .4-1
4-3. Block Diagram Description .. · . .4-1 VII MANUAL CHANGES AND OPTIONS 7-1
4-5. Fine-Frequency Control .. · 4-1 7-1. Manual Changes 7-1
4- 7. Cu rrent Sou rces . . . . . . · 4-1 7-3. Older Instruments 7-1
4-9. Coarse-Frequency Control . · 4-1 7-5. Options........ . 7-1
4-11. Schmitt Trigger . · . .4-1 7-7. Special Instruments 7-1
4-13. Switching Circuitry . · . .4-1
4-15. Output Circu its . · .. 4-1
4-17. Synchron ization Circu it .. · . .4-1 VIII SCHEMATICS AND
4-19. Circuit Details . .4-1 TROUBLESHOOTING 8-1
4-21. Coarse-Frequency Control. · .. 4-1 8-1. Introduction . . . . . . . 8-1
4-25. Fine-Frequency Control .. · .. 4-3 8-3. Reference Designations 8-1
4-28. Schmitt Trigger Circuit " · .. 4-3 8-7. Component Identification 8-1
4-30. Switching Circuit . · .. 4-3 8-9. Repair and Replacement 8-1
4-32. Output Circu its . · .. 4-3 8-11. Servicing Etched Circuit
4-39. Synchronization . .4-4 Boards 8-1
4-43. Power Supplies . · 4-4 8-14. Troubleshooting 8-1
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Model 211B List of Illustrations
List of Tables
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Title Page Figure Title Page
1-1. Model 211 B Square Wave Generator . . . 1-0 8-1. Pulse Generator Troubleshooting Tree · .. 8-3
8-2. -70-Volts Supply Troubleshooting Tree · .. 8-3
3-1. Front-Panel Controls and Connectors 3-0 8-3. -20-Volts Supply Troubleshooting Tree . · .. 8-3
8-4. 50 Ohms-600 Ohms Output
Troubleshooting Tree 8-4
4-1. Model 211B Block Diagram .4-0 8-5. Chassis Component Identification -
4-2. Schmitt Trigger Operation . . . . . . . . .4-2 Top View 8-4
8-6. Chassis Component Identification -
5-1. Typical Waveform Characteristics 5-1 Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4
5-2. Frequency Check Test Setup 5-3 8-7. Attenuator Assembly A 1 Schematic 8·5
5-3. Synchronization Test Setup 5-3 8-8. Power Supply Schematic 8-5
5-4. 600-0hm Output Test Setup 5-4 8-9. Assembly A2 Component Identification 8-6
5-5. 50-Ohm Output Test Setup 5-4 8-10. Test Point Waveforms 8-7
5-6. Trigger Output Test Setup 5-5 8-11. Frequency Control Schematic 8-7/8-8
5-7. Component Adjustment Location 5-7 8-12. Output Circuitry Schematic 8-9
LIST OF TABLES
Table Title Page
1-1. Specifications .1-1
2-1. Shipping Carton Test Strength ... .2-1
5-1. Required Test Equipment 5-0

5-2. Frequency Check 5-2
5-3. Selected Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Performance Check Record 5-8a/b
6-1. Reference Designators and

Abbreviations. .6-1
6-2. Replaceable Parts . .6-2
7-1. Manual Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
8-1. Schematic Notes .8-0

8-2. Voltages with Schmitt Trigger
Locked in one State . . . . . .8-6
8-3. DC Voltage and Waveform
Test Conditions 8-6
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Section I Model 2118
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1-0
Model 2118 Section I
Paragraphs 1-1 to 1-3
I SECTION I
GENERAL INFORMATION
1-1. DESCRIPTION. terminated in a 600-ohm load, the frequency range is from

1 Hz to 1 MHz with a variable amplitude from 0 volt to
1-2. The Hewlett-Packard Model 2118 Square Wave -30 volts. The adjustable pulse width is the same as for
Generator (Figure 1-1) is a fully-transistorized, the 50-ohm termination. The risetime or falltime of the
general-purpose instrument that provides negative 60o-ohm output pulse is less than 70 nanoseconds.
square-wave output signals of variable frequency, width, Complete performance specifications are given in Table
and amplitude. I n addition, trigger output signals of 1-1.
reversible polarity are provided for synchronizing external
circuits or instruments. The Model 2118 Square Wave 1-3. A separate facility for trigger output pulses is also
Generator (hereafter referred to as the Model 2118) is a provided. The trigger output pulses are coincidental with
free-running instrument. It may be synchronized with an the leading edge of the output pulses at the 50-ohm
external sjgnal. The frequency range of the Model 2118 is connector. The trigger output circuit is used for
from 1 Hz to 10 MHz when terminated in a 50-ohm load. synchronizing external circuits or instruments. Polarity of
The amplitude of the signal is variable from 0 volt to -5 the trigger pulses is selective (either positive or negative)
volts with an adjustable pulse width of 25% to 75% of the and their amplitude is greater than 2 volts. The pulse
period. The risetime or falltime of the output pulse is less width is less than 10 nanoseconds when terminated in a
than 5 nanoseconds. When the output of the instrument is 50-ohm load.
Table 1-1. Specifications
REPETITION RATE AND TRIGGERING 50-OHM SOURCE
INTERNAL Pulse Shape: (measured at 5V into 50 ohms).

Risetime and Falltime:< 5 ns.
50-ohm output: 1 Hz to 10 MHz, 7 ranges. Amplitude: peak 5V into 50 ohms, 10V into an
600-ohm output: 1 Hz to 1 MHz, 6 ranges. open circuit; output circuit protected, cannot be
Period Jitter: < 0.2% at any duty cycle and damaged by shorting.
repetition rate setting. Attenuator: 0.05V to 5V, in a 1,2.5,5 sequence.
Vernier: provides continuous adjustment between
EXTERNAL ranges.
Sync I nput: sine waves or positive pulses from 1 Hz

GOO-OHM SOURCE
to 10 MHz; frequency of synchronizing signal
must be from 105% to 140% of frequency dial
Risetime and Falltime:< 70 ns into 600 ohms;< 140
setting.
ns into an open circuit; decreased amplitude will
Sensitivity: dc coupled, positive pulses, 2V pk; sine
improve risetime.
waves, 4V pk-to-pk.
Amplitude: at least 30V peak into 600 ohms; at
Input Resistance: approximately 500 ohms.
least 60V into an open circuit.
Attenuator: provides continuous adjustment from
TRIGGER OUTPUT
full output to less then 0.3V into 600 ohms.
Width: 10 (±5) ns at 50% point.
Amplitude: at least 2V into 50 ohms. GENERAL
Timing: coincident with leading edge of 50-ohm
pulse. Power: 115V or 230V (+10%-15%). 50 to 400 Hz,
Polarity: positive or negative. 23W.
OUTPUT Dimensions: 7-3/4 in. wide 6-1/8 in. high, 11 in.

deep overall (190 by 155 by 279 mm).
Symmetry: variable from 25% to 75% duty cycle.
Polarity: negative. Weight: net 9 Ibs (4 kg); shipping 11 Ibs (5 kg).
1-1
Section I Model 2118
'-4. INSTRUMENT APPLICATION. The serial prefix is the first four digits of the serial number
(OOOO-A-OOOOO) used to identify each HP instrument.
1-5. With its variable pulse amplitude and width
characteristics, the Model 2118 is useful as a
general-purpose laboratory or production-line instrument. 1-10. As changes or refinements are made in the Model
Due to its compact size and ease of operation, it is an ideal 2118, newer instruments may have higher serial prefixes
s ingle-unit instrument for test applications where assigned. Check the serial prefix of the instrument (serial
synchronization triggering and pulse generator facilities are tag usually located on the rear of chassis). If the serial
desired simultaneously. prefix of the instrument is a number higher than listed on
the title page, a MANUAL CHANGES sheet will be
provided to update the manual to correspond with the
1-6. EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE BUT NOT newer instrument. If the serial prefix of the instrument is a
SUPPLIED. number lower than listed, refer to Section VII for
backdating information.
1-7. A complete line of electronic test equipment is
available from Hewlett-Packard Company for use in 1-11. Any known corrections to the manual due to errors
making test measurements with or maintaining the Model that existed when it was printed are called errata. These
2118. Also available are cables, connectors, adapters, and corrections (if any) will also appear on a MANUAL
other accessory items for use in various test or CHANGES sheet.
measurement applications. For information on specific
items consult the Hewlett-Packard catalog or the nearest 1-12. INQUIRIES.
Hewlett-Packard Sales/Service Office.
1-13. Refer any questions regarding MANUAL CHANGES
sheets, the manual, or the instrument in general to the
1-8. II\lSTRUMENT AND MANUAL nearest HP Sales/Service Office. Always identify the
IDENTI FICATION. instrument by both model number and complete serial
number (nine digits) in all correspondence. Refer to the
1-9. This manual applies directly to Model 2118 inside rear cover of the manual for a world-wide listing of
instruments with a serial prefix as listed on the title page. HP Sales/Service Offices.
The warranty may be void for instru-

ments having a mutilated serial number
tag.
1-2
Model 2118 Section II
SECTION II
INSTALLATIOI\l
2-1. INITIAL INSPECTION. 2-10. 230-VOLT AC OPERATION. Ensure that the slide
switch on the rear panel of the Model 2118 indicates
2-2. MECHANICAL CHECK. Inspect the Model 2118 230V. Operating the Model 2118 from a power source of
upon receipt for any damage which may have occurred in 230-Volt ac when the slide switch is in the 115V position
transit. Check for external damage such as broken knobs, will result in severe damage to the instrument, Fuse the
bent or broken connectors, and dents or scratches on the Model 2118 with a 0.25A slo-blo fuse when operating on
panel surface. If damage is found, refer to Paragraph 2-11 230- Volts ac.
for recommended claim procedure. Retain packing
material for possible future use. 2-11. CLAIMS.
2-3. ELECTRICAL CHECK. Check the electrical 2-12. The warranty statement applicable to all
performance of the Model 2118 as soon as possible after Hewlett-Packard Company instruments and products is
receipt (refer to Section V for recommended performance provided inside the front cover of this manual. If physical
checks). These checks verify that the Model 2118 is damage is found or if operation is not as specified when
operating within the specifications listed in Table 1-1. The the instrument is first received, notify the carrier and the
performance check is a good test procedure for incoming nearest Hewlett-Packard Sales/Service Office immediately
quality-control inspection. Initial performance and (refer to list in back of manual for addresses). The HP
accuracy of the instrument are certified as stated on the Sales/Service Office will arrange for repair or replacement
inside front cover of this manual. If the Model 2118 does without waiting for settlement of the claim with the
not operate as specified, refer to Paragraph 2-11 for claim carrier.
procedure.
2-13. REPACKAGING FOR SHIPMENT.
2-4. PREPARATION FOR USE.
2-14. If the Model 2118 is to be shipped to a
2-5. THREE-CONDUCTOR POWER CORD. Hewlett-Packard Sales/Service Office for service or repair,
attach a tag showing owner (with address), instrument
2·6. The National Electrical Manufacturers Association serial number (all nine digits), and a description of the
(NEMA) recommends the instrument panel and case be service or repair required.
grounded to protect operati ng personnel. The Model 2118
is equipped with a detachable three-conductor power cord 2-15. The original shipping carton and packaging material
which grounds the instrument panel and case when may be reusable. The HP Sales/Service Office will provide
connected to the appropriate three-conductor outlet. information and recommendations on materials to be used
When operating the Model 21'18 from a two-conductor if the original packaging material is not available. Materials
outlet, a three-conductor to two-conductor adapter must used for shipping an instrument should include the
be used. Grounding the adapter at the electrical outlet will following:
preserve the safety feature,
a. a double-walled carton; refer to Table 2-1 for test
2-7. POWER REQUIREMENTS. strength required.
2-8. The Model 2118 requires either 115 or 230 Vac b. heavy paper or sheets of cardboard to protect all
+10%-15%, single-phase, 50 to 400 Hz power source instrument surfaces; use a nonabrasive material such as
capable of delivering 23 watts. polyurethane or cushioned paper such as Kimpak
around all projecting parts.
c. a mimumum of 4 inches of tightly-packed,
industry-approved, shock-absorbing material such as
extra-firm polyurethane foam.
Table 2-1. Shipping Carton Test Strength
8efore applying power. ensure that the
rear panel power switch is in the proper Gross Weight (Ibs) Carton Test Strength (Ibs)
position.
up to 10 200
2-9. 115-VOLT AC OPERATION. Ensure that the slide 10 to 30 275
I switch on the rear panel of the Model 2118 indicates

115V. The proper fuse (0.5A) for 115-Volt ac operation is
30
120
140
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to
to
120
140
160
350
500
600
factory installed.
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1. LINE. Applies ac power to the instrument. voltage for the range selected by the
Indicator lamp lights when power is applied. AMPLITUDE switch.
2. FREQUENCY (Hz). Selects the output 7. OUTPUT 50-ohm. Supplies 50-ohm output
frequency within the range determined by the pulse.
MULTIPLIER setting.
8. AMPLITUDE. Controls voltage amplitude of
3. MULTIPLI ER. Selects the operating range for the 60o-ohm output pulse.
the FREQUENCY (Hz) dial.
9. OUTPUT 600-ohm. Supplies 600-ohm output
pulse.
4. SYMMETRY. Varies the duty cycle of the
pulse period.
10. TRIGGER POLARITY. Selects either negative
or positive trigger output pu Ise.
5. AMPLITUDE. Selects the voltage range of the
50-ohm output pulse. 11. TRIGGER OUTPUT. Supplies trigger output
pulse.
6. VERNIER. Provides continuous adjustment
for the voltage range of the 50-ohm output 12. SYNC INPUT. Input connector for external
pulse. Maximum cw pOSition gives maximum synch ron ization signa Is.
Figure 3-1. Front-Panel Controls and Connectors
3-0
Model 211B Section III
SECTION III
OPERATION
3-1. INTRODUCTION. 3-10. The Model 211 B may be synchronized by either a

+2-volt minimum pulse or a 4-volt minimum peak sine
3-2. This section includes explanation of front-panel wave applied to the SYNC I NPUT connector. The
controls and adjustments, available modes of operation, frequency of the synchronization signal must be between
triggering considerations and step-by-step operati ng 105% and 140% of the internal frequency setting. If
instructions for most applications. difficulty is encountered when synchronizing with an
external source, recheck the dial frequency setting, the
3-3. CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS. synchronization frequency, and the amplitude of the
synchronization signal.
3-4. Although the functions described in Figure 3-1 are
brief, they provide a ready reference for the operator. A 3-11. TRIGGER OUTPUT.
more detailed description of some of the controls and
connectors is given in the following paragraphs. 3-12_ The positive or negative trigger pulses which are
available at the TRIGGER OUTPUT connector have an
3-5. SYMMETRY CONTROL. The SYMMETRY amplitude greater than 2 volts (across a 50-ohm load),
control on the front panel of the Model 211 B varies the approximately 10 nanoseconds in width, and are
duty cycle of the output pulse without affecting the coincidental with the leading edge of the 5Q.ohm output
frequency. The duty cycle is variable between 25% and pulse.
75% of the pulse period and is unaffected by external
triggering and repetition rate. 3-13. OPERATING PROCEDURES.
3-6. 5O-0HM AMPLITUDE CONTROL. The amplitude 3-14. The Model 211 B is capable of generating any
I of the 50-ohm output pulses is controlled by an

AMPLITUDE switch and a VERNIER control. The
AMPLITUDE control is a seven-position attenuator switch
frequency from 1 Hz to 10 MHz (maximum of 1 MHz at
the 60o-ohm connector). The frequency is established by
setting the MULTIPLIER switch to any of seven ranges
covering an output voltage range from -0.05 volt to -5 and adjusting the FREQUENCY (Hz) control to the
volts. The voltage range selected by the attenuator setting specific frequency desired. The Model 211 B is free-running
is variable by the VERNIER control (from near zero volt at the frequency indicated by the front-panel frequency
to maximum output for the particular range selected). controls. To operate the instrument, proceed as follows:
3-7. 600-0HM AMP L1TUDE CONTRO L. The a. To apply power, press the LINE switch. The power
amplitude of the 60o-ohm output pulse is controlled by lamp should light.
the AMPLITUDE control located directly above the
60o-ohm output connector. The amplitude is continuously b. Set the MULTIPLIER switch to the correct frequency
variable from zero volt to -30 volts when terminated in a range and adjust the FREQUENCY (Hz) control to the
60o-ohm load. desired frequency.
3-8. OPERATING CONSIDERATIONS. c. Adjust the SYMMETRY control for the required pulse
width as observed on an oscilloscope.
3-9. EXTERNAL SYCHRONIZATION.
d. When using the 50-ohm output circuit, select the
proper voltage attenuator range with the AMPLITUDE
selector switch. Adjust the VERNIER control for the
exact voltage required. Refer to Table 1-1 for output
termination characteristics.
Input synchronization signal must not e. When using the 60o-ohm output circuit, adjust the
exceed 20 volts peak and power must be AMPLITUDE control for the required voltage amplitude.
less than 0.25 watt. Refer to Table 1-1 for termination characteristics.
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4-0
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I SECTION IV
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
4-1. INTRODUCTION. output at a repetition rate established by the coarse and

fine frequency control circuits. The Schmitt-trigger output
4-2. This section presents the theory of operation for the is applied to the output amplifiers.
Model 211 B Square Wave Generator. The first portion
contains a general description of circuit functions using a 4-13. SWITCHING CIRCUITRY.
block diagram (Figure 4-1) to supplement the written
description. The second portion provides a detailed 4-14. The switching circuit is controlled by a signal fed
description of the operational theory written for use with back from the Schmitt trigger. It regulates the charge or
the schematics which are located in Section VIII of this discharge state of the selected ramp capacitor.
manual.
4-15. OUTPUT CIRCUITS.
4-3. BLOCK DIAGRAM DESCRIPTION.
4-16. The square-wave signal from the Schmitt trigger is
amplified and shaped by the 50-ohm and 600-ohm output
4-4. The Model 211 B consists of a fine-frequency
circuits. The trigger circuit differentiates the output of the
control, two current sources, a coarse-frequency control,
Schmitt trigger and reshapes the pulses. Polarity of the
and a Schmitt trigger circuit. The output of the Schmitt
trigger pulses is selectable by switch action.
trigger is applied to three amplifier circuits. The amplifier
circuits produce symetrical output pulses which are
4-17. SYNCHRONIZATION CIRCUIT.
present at the 50-ohm, 60o-ohm, and TRIGGER OUTPUT
con nectors.
4-18. The Model 211 B may be synchronized from an
external source. The synchronization signal is
4-5. FINE-FREQUENCY CONTROL.
I 4-6. The front-panel control, FREQUENCY (Hz),
differentiated and applied to the Schmitt trigger circu it.
4-19. CIRCUIT DETAILS.

establishes the pulse repetition rate of the square-wave
generator by adjusting the bias applied to the two current
sources. 4-20. Refer to the timing sequence in Figure 4-2 and the
schematics located in Section VIII of this manual when
using the detailed theory of operation.
4-7. CURRENT SOURCES.
4-8. The current sources (referred to as the upper and 4-21. COARSE-FREQUENCY CONTROL.
lower current sources in the block diagram) operate as
current regulators for the coarse-frequency control circuit. 4-22. The coarse-frequency circuit is controlled by the
The upper current source provides the current for charging seven-position MULTIPLIER switch S5. Each position of
the selected ramp capacitor in the coarse-frequency the MULTIPLIER switch selects the appropriate ramp
control circuit and the lower current source establishes the capacitor (A2C11 through A2C16) for the designated
rate of discharge. frequency range. When the 1M frequency range is selected,
a network consisting of A2C8, A2C9, A2C10 and A2R31
is used to develop the higher frequency involved.
4-9. COARSE-FREQUENCY CONTROL.
4-23. The selected ramp capacitor will charge and
4-10. The MULTIPLI ER switch, located on the front discharge at a rate determined by current-source
panel of the Model 211 B, selects various transistors A2Q6 and A2Q7. Transistor A2Q6 functions as
resistance-capacitance networks which determine the slope a series regulator in the current path that charges the
of the ramp waveform. The various sawtooth waveforms selected capacitor. The charging rate of the ramp capacitor
developed by the ramp capacitance networks establish the forms the negative slope of the sawtooth waveform. The
repetition rate for the Schmitt trigger circu it. output current of A2Q6 is directed to the ramp capacitor
by diode A2CR 11. Transistor A2Q7 functions as a series
4-11. SCHMITT TRIGGER. regulator in the discharge path of the selected ramp
capacitor. The discharging rate of the ramp capacitor
4-12. The sawtooth waveform from the ramp capacitance forms the positive slope of the sawtooth waveform. Diode
network alternately crosses the upper and lower hystersis A2CR 12 directs the discharge current from the ramp
limits of the Schmitt trigger. This results in a square-wave capacitor through A2Q7 to ground.
4-1
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r SOURCE
(01 SCHARGING)
f--
OUTPUT
016
OV
UPPER
SCHMITT -5V
TRIGGER
SW ITCH ING"'" OUTPUT
LEVEL _ "'" 014
INVERTER OUTPUT - - - - - - - - - - - - -
013
S~~~f:T / - - - - - - - - - -
TRIGGER /
SWITCHING
LEVEL
CHARGI NG RAMP 0 I SCHARGI NG RAMP

CAPACITOR CAPACITOR
ZIIB -c -2
Figure 4-2. Schmitt Trigger Operation
4-2
Model 211B Section IV
4-24. Dual potentiometer R3 determines the duty cycle A2Q9 are complementary (npn-pnp). Depending on the
for each period of the pulse repetition rate. It controls the polarity of the output pulse, one transistor will conduct
I current in the emitter circuits of A2Q6 and A2Q7.
Potentiometer R3 is adjusted by the SYMMETRY control
while the other is cut off. When A2Q8 is conducting
(positive transition of the signal from A2Q 16), diode
knob on the front panel of the instrument. Varying the A2CR 11 is back biased and the charging circuit between
SYMMETRY control changes the rate at which the upper A2Q6 and the ramp capacitor is blocked. During the same
and lower hysteresis limits of the Schmitt trigger are positive transition of the signal from A2Q16, transistor
crossed per repetition pulse. This establishes the duty A2Q9 is cut off. The discharge path from the ramp
cycle for each period. capacitor through A2CR 12 and A2Q7 to ground is
operational. When A2Q8 is not conducting (negative
4-25. FINE-FREQUENCY CONTROL. transition of the signal from A2Q16) the charge path from
the ramp capacitor through A2CR 11 and A2Q6 to the
4-26. The fine-frequency circuit of the Model 21'IB -2o-volt source is operational. During the same negative
consists of potentiometer R2, A2R24, A2R25 and A2Q5. transition of the signal from A2Q 16, transistor A2Q9 is
Potentiometer R2 is a 10: 1 vernier controlled by the conducting. With A2Q9 conducting, diode A2CR 12 is
FREQUENCY (Hz) dial on the front panel of the back biased and the discharge path of the ramp capacitor
instrument. The FREQUENCY (Hz) dial establishes the is blocked.
bias applied to current-control transistor A2Q5. The bias
on A2Q5 controls the voltage developed across resistors 4-32. OUTPUT CIRCUITS.
A2R24 and A2R25. The voltages developed at A2R24 and
A2R 25 form the bias for charge and discharge transistors 4-33. TRIGGER OUTPUT. The output signal from
A2Q6 and A2Q7. The rate at which A2Q6 permits the Impedance Converter A2Q16 is applied to a differentiating
ramp capacitor to charge and the rate at which A2Q7 circuit A2C18 and A2R45 in the trigger output circuit.
permits it to discharge determine the repetition rate for The positive spike developed by the differentiator is
the instrument. applied to trigger amplifier A2Q17. The signal is shaped
into a negative pulse having a 10-nanosecond width and
4-27. On the three lower frequency ranges (controlled by greater than 2 volts in amplitude (when terminated in a
A2Cll, A2C12 and A2C13), a degenerative feedback 50-ohm load). The output of A2Q17 is connected to one
network consisting of A2Qll and A2Q12 is used to side of trigger-polarity switch S4 and transistor A2Q18.
compensate for the slower charge and discharge rate Transistor A2Q18 inverts the negative pulse and applies it
I required. Transistor A2Q12 inverts the emitter signal of

A2Q13 and applies it to the base of A2Qll. The collector
to the other side of S4. The position of S4 determines the
polarity of the trigger output pulse.
circu it of A2Q 11 controls the bias on transistor A2Q 10.
Transistor A2Ql0 forms a low-impedance ground circuit 4-34. 50-OHM OUTPUT CIRCUIT. The signal from
for the three lowest frequency capcitors. Variable resistors transistor A2Q16 is also applied to transistor A2Q23.
A2R33, A2R34 and A2R35 control the amplitude of the Transistor A2Q23 and A2Q25 are used to amplify and
degenerative feedback signal. Refer to Section V of this shape the square-wave pulse. The output of A2Q25 is
manual for proper adjustments. applied to a cascode amplifier stage consisting of A2Q29,
A2Q30. A2Q32 and A2Q33. The output of the cascode
4-28. SCHMITT TRIGGER CIRCUIT. amplifier is connected to attenuator A 1.
4-35. The amplitude of the 50-ohm signal is controlled by

4-29. Charging of the selected ramp capacitor produces
AMPLITUDE switch A1Sl and the VERNIER control on
the negative slope of the sawtooth waveform (Figure 4-2).
the front panel of the instrument. The VERNIER control
This signal is applied to the base of transistor A2Q13. The
varies the bias on amplitude-control transitor A2Q27. An
inverted signal developed in the collector circu it of A2Q 13
in-phase voltage at the emitter of A2Q27 is applied as bias
is applied to the base of transistor A2Q 14. Transistors
to the output cascode transistors A2Q32 and A2Q33. By
A2Q14 and A2Q15 function as a Schmitt trigger circuit.
adjusting the bias on the output transistors, the amplitude
When the upper hysteresis limit of A2Q14 is reached, it
of the output signal is varied from near zero to -5 volts.
conducts heavily and A2Q15 is cut off. When the lower
Diode A2CR20 functions as a protective device against
hysteresis limit of A2Q14 is reached, it is biased off and
any inductive overloads.
A2Q15 conducts. The square-wave signal developed by
A2Q15 is inverted by transistor A2Q16 and applied to the 4-36. An attenuator network is used to limit the
output circuits. amplitude of the output signal to from -0.05 volt to -5
volts. Attenuator A 1 has three pi-type resistance networks.
4-30. SWITCHING CIRCUIT. These networks divide the signal from the cascode
amplifiers by factors of two, five and ten. Amplitude
4-31. Synchronization of the charge and discharge switch A 1S1 selects the desired voltage range by
functions of the current sources is accomplished by connecting the cascode ampl ifier output to selected
transistors A2Q8 and A2Q9. The output signal from the combinations of the pi-networks. The output of the
Schmitt trigger is coupled through diode A2VR5 to the pi-networks is connected to the OUTPUT 50n connector
base circuits of A2Q8 and A2Q9. Transistors A2Q8 and on the front panel of the instrument.
4-3
Section IV Model 211B
4-37. 60D-OHM OUTPUT. The signal from transistor 4-42. When either A2021 or A2022 conducts (with
A2016 is also applied to amplifier A2024 in the 600-ohm application of a synchronization pulse) a negative
amplifier circuit. Transistors A2024 and A2026 amplify 20-nanosecond pulse is produced. The negative pulse is
and shape the square-wave pulses before applying them to connected to the base of either A2014 or A2015 in the
driver amplifier A2031. When the 1M frequency range is Schmitt trigger circuit. Since the pulse is applied to the
selected, A2024 is reverse biased by the addition of Schmitt trigger transistor which is conducting, the Schmitt
resistor R5 in its emitter circu it. There is no output from trigger switches operating states, thus synchronizing the
the 60D-ohm circuit on the 1M frequency range. Variable sawtooth waveform from the frequency control circuit to
resistor A2R88, is adjusted for a signal amplitude which the synchronization signal.
results in no distortion of the output waveform.
4-43. POWER SUPPLI ES.
4-38. The signal from A2026 is amplified by
driver-amplifier A2031 and applied to transistors 03 and 4-44. The regulated power supply operates from 115 or
04 operating in cascode. (Transistors 03 and 04 are 230 volts ac. The voltage is rectified to provide the dc
located on the instrument chassis). Transistors 03 and 04 outputs of -20 volts, -70 volts, and +6.8 volts. The two
amplify and further shape the output signal. The primary windings of transformer T 1 are connected either
ampIitude of the output signal is continuously variable in series (230 volts ac operation) or in parallel (115 volts
from zero to -30 volts by resistor R6 (AMPLITUDE). ac operation) by switch S2.
Diode A2CR21 functions as a protective device against
any inductive overload. 4-45. -20-VOLT POWER SUPPLY. Diodes A2CR1 and
A2CR2 comprise a full-wave rectifer which furnishes the
4-39. SYNCHRONIZATION. negative voltage for the -2D-volt power supply. The
unregulated voltage is filtered by capacitor C1 and applied
4-40. An external synchronization signal may be applied to series regulator 01. Resistor A2R7, A2R8, and A2R9
to the instrument at the SYNC I NPUT connector J2. The form a voltage-divider network between ground and the
synchronization signal must have an amplitude of at least -2D-volt output. The base of error-amplifier A202 is
+2 volts peak and a frequency of 105% to 140% of the connected to the voltage-divider network and senses any
frequency dial setting of the Model 211 B. The change in output voltage. The change in output voltage is
synchronizing signal is applied to a divider bridge amplified and inverted by A202 and applied to
consisting of diodes A2CR13-A2CR16. The diode bridge regulator-driver A201. Transistor A201 functions as an
configuration limits the amplitude of the input signal to emitter follower and is connected to the base circuit of
+4 volts. series regulator 01. This regulates the bias on 01 and
maintains the output of the power supply at -20 volts.
4-41. When the synchron izi ng signal produces a posItive
voltage at the junction of A2CR14 and A2CR16, 4-46. -7D-VOLT POWER SUPPLY. The -7D-volt power
tra nsistor A2019 conducts. The negative voltage supply functions in the same manner as the -20-volt
developed by A2019 is applied to A2020 through diode power supply with the exception of the rectifier circuit.
A2VR9. Normally, A2020 is forward biased and The secondary winding of transformer T1 used by the
conducting. When the negative voltage from A2019 is -2D-volt power supply is center-tapped to ground. This
appl ied, A2020 is cut off. The magnetic field produced by enables the use of the two-diode rectifier system. The
A2L 1 when A2020 is conducting collapses and produces a two-diode rectifier arrangement cannot be employed for
2D-nanosecond positive pulse. Depending on the position the -7D-volt power supply. The secondary winding of
of the SYMMETRY control, the 2D-nanosecond pulse is transformer T 1 used for the -7D-volt power supply is not
applied to either A2021 or A2022 by switch S3. The center-tapped. The bridge network consisting of A2CR 5
synchronization pulses are appl ied to the Schmitt trigger through A2CR8 is used for full-wave rectification.
circu it during the longer slope of the ramp waveform.
When the duty cycle is below 50% of the pulse period, S3 4-47. +6.8-VOLT POWER SUPPLY. Diodes A2CR3 and
connects the synchronizing pulses to A2022. When the A2CR4 form a full-wave rectifier which supplies the
duty cycle is greater than 50% of the pulse period, the +6.8-volt power for the instrument. Capacitor A2C5 filters
synchronizing pulses are connected to A2021. the rectified voltage. Resistor A2R 10 reduces the voltage
Synchronization is not possible at exactly 50% of the duty to the proper level and breakdown diode A2VR 1 regulates
cycle. the output.
I
4-4
Section V Model 211B
Table 5-1
Table 5-1. Required Test Equipment
Recommended Instrument
Required
Type Model Characteristics Requ ired for
..
Sampling HP 140A 1 GHz Bandwidth Performance Check

Oscilloscope with 1410A & 1425A
High-frequency HP 180Awith SO MHz Bandwidth Performance Check

Oscilloscope 1801A & 1820A 50 mV/cm Sensitivity Adjustments
Frequency 5245L Period Meter Performance Check

Counter Frequency Counter Adjustments
50-ohm Tee HP 10221A 1 GHz Bandwidth Perform nace Check
20 dB·So-ohm Weinschel Use Recommended Performance Check

Attenuator Model S0-20-S Equipment
SO-ohm Load HP 11048B Feed-through Load Performance Check

Adjustments
50-ohm GR 874-WSO 1 GHz Bandwidth Performance Check

Termination
600-ohm Load 600-ohm ±S% 2W Performance Check
BNC Adapter HP 10110A BNC male to Performance Check

Binding Post
Test HP 651B 10 Hz to 10 MHz Performance Check

Oscillator 3V Output Range
AC Voltmeter HP 403B 0.003V to 0.03V Adjustments

Voltage Range Troubleshooting
DC Voltmeter HP 412A 1 mV to 100V Adjustments

Voltage Range Troubleshooting
Digital 3440A ±O.OS% accuracy Adjustments

Voltmeter 3441A Plug-in 4 digit display
Variable line 100 - 128V

Voltage Supply 200 - 2SSV 2SVA Adjustments
5-0
I
I
Model 211 B Section V
SECTION V
PERFORMANCE CHECK AND ADJUSTMENTS
5-1. INTRODUCTION. warm-up. Perform the checks and adjustments in the same
sequence as they are listed. Figure 5-1 is a typical
5-2. This section provides adjustment procedures and a waveform which illustrates points that are described in this
performance check for the Model 211 B. The performance section.
check may be used as an incoming inspection, or after
repairs or adjustments have been made to certify that the
5-8. FREQUENCY CHECK.
in,strument meets the specifications listed in Table 1-1.
When the initial performance check is made, record the
indications on the Performance Check Record. These a. See Figure 5-2. Connect the required equipment as
indications may be used for comparisons with equipment indicated.
performance at a later date. Refer to paragraph 5-18 for
adjustment procedu res.
b. Set the controls of the Model 211 B as follows:
5-3. REQUIRED TEST EQUIPMENT.
MULTiPLIER .
FREQUENCY (Hz) 1
5-4. Test equipment recommended for both the
SYMMETRY approximately 50%
performance check and adjustments is listed in Table 5-1.
AMPLITUDE (switch) 5
Similar equipment may be substituted provided it has the
VERNIER cw
required characteristics listed in the table.
5-5. PERFORMANCE CHECK. c. Set the Electronic Counter controls as follows:
5-6. PROCEDURE. SIGNAL INPUT AC

SEI\JSITIVITY (VOLTS RMS) 1V
5-7. Connect the Model 211 B to an external power TIME BASE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .1 us
source. Turn on the equipment and allow 10 minutes for FUNCTION. . . . . . . . . .. 1 PERIOD AVERAGE
RISE TIME
I I
I :
: : PRESHOOT OVERSHOOT,
:---~t -'- --
Ig~:- -- '--~r- -------~-:A-S~:I~: -------r-,I-'\~-. .-~= 90~:
: 1
100 01
ROUNDING
I
I I
I I
50% - - - - -~-'-:- - - - - - PULSE WI DTH - - - - - - - . , - ~ - - - - - - 50%
I I
I I
I I
I I
I ROUNDI NG :
90%-------- ---:--"1--- 10%
i- - i--f
100%----'-- -
-t- - L _ _ -'- _ _ '-- _ 0%
OVERSHOOT : : PRESHOOT
I I
FALL TIME ZIIB-A-6
Figure 5-1. Typical Waveform Characteristics
5-1
Section V Model 211B
Table 5-2
Table 5-2. Frequency Check
Set MULTIPLIER Set FREQUENCY (Hz) Electron ic Counter

switch to dial to indication
microseconds
1 1 850000 - 1 150000
1 5 186000 - 214000
1 10 94000 - 106000
10 1 85000 - 115000
10 5 18600 - 21 000
10 10 9400- 10600
100 1 8500- 11 500

100 5 1860- 2140
100 10 940- 1 060
Set Electronic Counter FUNCTION to FREQUENCY and TIME BASE to 1 sec
hertz
lK 1 850 - 1 150
lK 5 4650- 5350
lK 10 9.4K - 10.6K
10K 1 8.5K - 11.5K

10K 5 46.5K - 53.5K
10K 10 94K - 106K
lOOK 1 85K - 115K

lOOK 5 465K - 535K
lOOK 10 0.95M - 1.06M
1M 1 0.85M - 1.15M
1M 5 4.65M - 5.35M
1M 10 9AM - 10.6M
5-2
Model 2118 Section V
d. Accomplish the check by setting the Model 2118 5-10. SYNCHRONIZATION CHECK.
MULTIPLI ER switch and FREQUENCY (Hz) dial as
t, shown in Table 5-2, columns one and two. The Electronic
Counter indication should be as shown in column three.
a. Th is procedure checks the ability of the Model 211 B
to synchronize on an external trigger source.
Note
b. Connect the equipment as indicated in Figure 5-3.
When the MULTIPLIER switch is
advanced from 100 to 1K, the
Electronic Counter control settings must ISOA
be changed.
211 B i Ii
5-9. SYMMETRY CONTROL CHECK.

ISOlA IS20A
SYNC 50n
a. With the Model 211 B connected as shown in Figure EXT
1- A B INPUT
5-2, set the controls as follows:
0
MULTIPLlER 10K Lt 50n

1-
LOAD
FREQUENCY (Hz) 1
SYMM ETRY cw
AMPLITUDE (switch) 5
VERNIER cw 50n 600n
651B
b. Set the high-frequency oscilloscope as follows:
TI ME/DIV 10
- -
TRIGGER INT
2J1B-A-2
MODE NORM
VOLTS/DIV 2
Figure 5-3. Synchronization Test Setup
c. Adjust the high-frequency oscilloscope for a stable
display. c. Set the controls of the Model 211 B as follows:
d. The pulse width should be greater than 75% of the MULTIPLlER 100K
period. FREQUENCY (Hz) 10
SYMMETRY ccw
e. Turn the SYMMETRY control of the Model 2118 AMPLITUDE (Switch) " 5
fully ccw. The pulse width should be less than 25% of the VERNIER cw
period.
d. Set the high-frequency oscilloscope as follows:
IBOA
TtME/DIV 5 usec
TRIGGER EXT
MODE NORM
I I VOLTS/DIV 2
211 B
IBOI A IB20A e. Set the test oscillator controls as follows:
TRIG 50 OHM
A B FREQUENCY 110K
500H~
AMPLITUDE 4V pk-to-pk
LOAD
f. Adjust the high-frequency oscilloscope until one
10003B
£ pulse period occupies 8 divisions on the CRT.
PRO BE
5245L g. Turn the FREQUENCY dial of the test oscillator
)l slowly until one pulse period occupies 4 divisions on the
oscilloscope CRT.
J
10120B
2.IIB-A-'5 h. Turn the Model 211 B SYMMETRY control slowly
cwo Observe the phase shift reversal at 50% duty-cycle
Figure 5-2. Frequency Check Test Setup point.
5-3
Section V Model2118
i. Repeat the procedure with the SYMM ETRY control 5-12. RISETIME AND FALLTIME
in the cw position.
a. Set the high-frequency oscilloscope TIME/DI V dial
5-11. 60~OHM OUTPUT CHECK. to .2 USEC and the VOLT/DIV dial to 1. Adjust the
60o-ohm AMPLITUD E control on the Model 2118 for 6
a. See Figure 5-1 for definition of pulse characteristics. divisions deflection.
b. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 5-4. b. Move the leading edge of the pulse to the center of
the CRT. Set the oscilloscope MAGNIFIER to Xl0. Check
180Ac= the risetime between 10% and 90% amplitude points. It

should be less than 7 divisions (140 ns).
c. Change the oscilloscope SLOPE to (+) and move the

trailing edge of the pulse to the center of the CRT. Check
IBOIA 1820A fall time between the 10% and 90% amplitude points. It
2118
shou Id be less than 7 divisions (140 ns).
600n
A
d. Connect the Model 2118 output to a 600-ohm load.
10110A (ADAPTER)
e. Set the oscilloscope VOLT /DI V dial to .5. Check the
fall time between 10% and 90% ampl itude points. It
should be less than 3.5 divisions (70 ns).
100038
211B-A-7
f. Change the oscilloscope SLOPE to (-) and move the
leading edge of the pulse to the center of the CRT. Check
Figure 5-4. 600-0hm Output Test Setup
risetime between 10% and 90% amplitude points. It should
c. Set the Model 2118 controls as follows: be less than 3.5 divisions (70 ns). Remove the 60o-ohm
load.
MULTIPLlER 10K
FREQUEI\JCY (Hz) 10 r
SYMMETRY approximately 50%
AMPLITUDE. (60o-0hm control) cw
140A 1410A
A ~
d. Set the high-frequency osci 1I0scope contro Is as
follows:
0 1425A
TRIG
INPUT
/1
500 HM
TEE
TIME/DIV 2 usec
2118
TRIGGER +,INT
MODE NORM TRIG 500HM
SLOPE (-)
VOLTS/DIV 10 1WEIN.
l~ATTEN.
~
e. Adjust the AMPLITUDE control of the Model 2118
for a pulse amplitude of 60 volts (6 divisions). The \.. 10120A ~
overshoot should be less than 3 minor divisions (5%).
21113 -A- 4
f. Connect a 600-ohm load across the 60o-ohm output Figure 5-5. 50-Ohm Output Test Setup
connector of the Model 2118. The pulse amplitude should
5-13. 5~OHM OUTPUT CHECK.
be 30 volts (3 divisions) ±5%.
a. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 5-5.

g. Turn the AMPLITUDE 1600-ohm) control of the
Model 2118 fully ccw. b. Set the controls of the Model 2118 as follows:
MULTIPLlER 1M
h. Set the oscilloscope VOLTS/DI V dial to .1 and FREQUENCY (Hz) 5
adjust the AMPLITUDE control of the Model 2118 for SYMMETRY 50% duty cycle
0.3 volt (3 divisions) as indicated on the oscilloscope. The AMPLITUDE (Switch) 5
overshoot should be less than 1.5 minor divisions. VERNIER cw
Disconnect the 600-ohm load. TRIGGER POLARITY (-)
5-4
Model 2118 Section V
c. Set the sampling oscilloscope controls as follows:
TIME/DIV 20 nSEC son TERMINATION

MAIN SWEEP MAGNIFIER 20 r---...,--------.:---....
MAIN SWEEP TRIGGER NORM 140A 1410A I F
MAIN SWEEP TRIGGER SLOPE (-) A@-~
MILLIVOLTS/DIV
SMOOTHING NORM
50
d. Adjust the pulse amplitude to 5 volts (10 divisions)

211 B
o 1425A
TRIG
r-
TRIG son INPUT
with the Model 2118 VERNIER.
e. Move the leading edge of the pulse to the center of

the CRT. The risetime shall be less than 5 ns.
f. Move the trailing edge of the pulse to the center of

~"
1 WEIN
I
.....- - - - - - - -...
ATTENUATOR
J-
the CRT. The falltime shall be less than 5 ns.
21IB-A-3
5-14. With the Model 2118 controls set as in paragraph

Figure 5-6. Trigger Output Test Setup
5-13b, set the sampling oscilloscope controls and plug-in
units as follows: a. Set the Model 2118 controls as follows:
TIME/DIV 50 nSEC MULTIPLlER 1M

MAIN SWEEP MAGNIFIER 2 FREQUENCY (Hz) 5
MAIN SWEEP TRIGGER NORM AMPLITUDE (Switch) 5
MAIN SWEEP TRIGGER SLOPE (.) VERNIER cw
MILLIVOLTS/DIV 50 TRIGGER POLARITY (-)
SMOOTHING NORM
b. Set the sampling oscilloscope controls as follows:
a. Adjust the pulse amplitude to 5 volts (10 divisions)
T1ME/DIV 20 nSEC
with the Model 2118 ampl itude VE RNIE R.
MAIN SWEEP MAGNIFIER 2
MILLIVOLTS/DIV 50
b. Move the leading edge of the pulse to the center of
the CRT. The preshoot and the overshoot of the leading c. Move the trigger pulse to the center of the CRT. The
edge shall be no more than 5 minor divisions (5%). pulse amplitude should be 2 volts or more (4 divisions).
c. Move the trailing edge of the pu lse to the center of d. Adjust the sampling oscilloscope plug-in unit
the CRT. The preshoot and the overshoot of the trailing VERNIER for full-screen display (10 divisions). Observe
edge of the pulse shall be no more than 5 minor divisions the pulse width at 50% amplitude points. The pulse width
(5%). should be approximately 10 ns (1 division).
5-15. SYMMETRY (10 MHz). e. Change the Model 2118 TRIGGER POLARITY
switch to (+). The pulse should be positive with the same
a. Set the FREQUENCY (Hz) dial of the Model 2118 specifications as in steps c and d above.
to 10 and the SYMMETRY control fully ccw. All other
control settings to remain as in paragraph 5-14. 5-18. ADJUSTM ENTS.
5-19. The Model 2118 Square Wave Generator contains a

b. The pulse width of the period displayed should be
less than 30%. number of selected components which are factory
installed. Selected components are indicated in the Parts
List (refer to Section VI) and on the schematics by (*).
c. Turn the SYMMETRY control of the Model 2118 Table 5-3 lists the selected components, description,
fully cwo The pulse width of the period shall be more than ranges and the reason and method of selection. If a unit
70%. cannot be adjusted to meet the performance tests after
repair and/or component replacement, check Table 5-3 for
&16. TRIGGER OUTPUT CHECK. possi ble replacement of a select component.
5-1 7. This procedure verifies the trigger output 5-20. The following are factory adjustments and do not
characteristics of the Model 2118. Connect the equipment normally need readjusting. After instrument repair and/or
as shown in Figure 5-6. component replacement, accomplish the performance
5-5
Section V Model 2118
Table 5-3
Table 5-3. Factory Selected Components
Ref. Description Reason and Method of

Desig. Selection
A2C29 C: fxd.22pF Typical 22 pF. Selected to optimize output

C: fxd.24pF pulse shape. Selected with A2R84 (see
C: fxd.27pF elsewhere in this Table).
C: fxd.30pF
C: fxd.33pF
C: fxd.36pF
C: fxd.39pF
A2R9 R: fxd. 1300 ohms Typical 1300 ohms: -20 V adjust is critical
because of high Temp coef of R8, and
its resistance must be kept low. R9 is
also selectable because of VR2.
A2R18 & R: fxd. 2400 ohms R18 typical 2400 ohms: -70 V adjust is critical
A2R48 R: fxd. 2700 ohms because of high Temp coef of R17, and
R: fxd. 3000 ohms its resistance must be kept low. R18 is
R: fxd. 3300 ohms also selected because of V R4.
R: fxd. 3600 ohms R48 typical 3300 ohms: Selected for small freq.
change with Symmetry. Set Freq to 10 MHz.
Turn Symmetry control cw to ccw. Monitor
freq with counter. Freq should change
less than ±5%.
A2R19 R: fxd. 560 ohms Typical 560 ohms: Adjusts the mechanical
potentiometer path of R2 to correspond with
frequency dial.
A2R31 R: fxd. 46 ohms Typical 56 ohms: Adjust for correct freq. Set
R: fxd. 51 ohms Mult. Sw. to 1 MHz. Set Freq dial to 1.
R: fxd. 56 ohms Adjust C9 for 1 MHz. Set Freq dial to
R: fxd. 62 ohms 10. Select R31 for 10 MHz. Recheck C9
setting.
A2R32 R: fxd. 12 ohms Typical 12 ohms: Selected to meet freq specs

Range 6 ohms to on the lOOK range.
18 ohms
A2R41 R: fxd. 91 kilohms Typical 200 kilohms: Selected for small freq
R: fxd. 120 kilohms change with Symmetry. Set Mult. sw. to
R: fxd. 150 kilohms 10K. Set Freq dial to 1. Turn Symmetry
R: fxd. 180 kilohms control cw to ccw. Monitor freq with
R: fxd. 200 kilohms counter. Change should be less than ±3%.
R: fxd. 220 kilohms
A2R84 R: fxd. 22 ohms Typical 82 ohms: Selected to optimize output

R: fxd. 27 ohms pulse shape. Selected with A2C29.
R: fxd. 30 ohms
R: fxd. 39 ohms
R: fxd. 47 ohms
R: fxd. 82 ohms
R: fxd. 160 ohms
5-6
Model211B Section V
Paragraphs 5-21 and 5-22
checks as outlined in Paragraphs 5-5 through 5-17. If an 5-22. FREQUENCY ADJUSTMENT.

instrument does not meet the performance checks,
proceed with the following adjustments. These a. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 5-2.
adjustments must be performed in the sequence given
below. See Figure 5-7 for locations of adjustments. b. Set the Model 211 B controls as follows:
5-21. POWER SUPPLY ADJUSTMENT. MULTIPLIER 10K

FREQUENCY (Hz) 1
a. Use a digital voltmeter to make the following SYMMETRY approximately 50%
measurements and adjustments. AMPLITUDE (switch) 5
VERNIER cw
b. -20V SUPPLY. Measure from test point TP-20V c. Set the high-frequency oscilloscope controls as
on board assembly A2 to chassis. Adjust potentiometer follows:
A2R8 to obtain -20 volts. Vary the line voltage ±10%
about the nominal input voltage. The -20 volts should not TIME/DIV .1MSEC
change more than ±200 millivolts. TRIGGER INT
MODE NORM
c. -70V SUPPLY. Measure from test point TP-70V on VO LTS/D I V (channel A) 2
board assembly A2 to chassis. Adjust potentiometer POLARITY (+) UP
A2R17 to obtain -70 volts. Vary the line voltage ±10% COUPLING DC
about the nominal input voltage. The -70 volts should not VOLTS/DIV (channel B) .05
change more than ±700 millivolts. COUPLING AC
TP3 R5? RBB TP2 TP-20V
TPI
TP-?OV
C9
R43
R35 R33 R34 R23 R20 RB RI?

21IB-A-12
I Figure 5-7. Component Adjustment Location
5-7
Section V Model 2118
Paragraphs 5-23 and 5-24
d. Measure the amplitude of the triangular waveform

with the oscilloscope test probe at test point TP1 (located
WARI\JING I
on board assembly A2). Adjust the amplitude of the
waveform with A2R43 for 1.8 volts. Remove the probe. Potentiometers A2R33, A2R34, and
A2R35 are directly beneath the AC
Power Switch (S1). Extreme care should
e. Set the electronic counter controls as follows: be taken when adjusting these resistors
to avoid shock.
SIGNAL INPUT AC
SENSITIVITY (VOLTS RMS) 1V I. Adjust A2R35 for 983 usec as indicated on the
TIME 8ASE 1 sec electronic counter.
FUNCTION FREQUENCY
m. Set the Model 2118 MULTIPLIER switch to 10
and adjust A2R34 for 9830 usec as indicated on the
f. Set the FREQUENCY (Hz) dial of the Model 2118
electronic counter.
to 10 and adjust A2R23 for 100 KHz ±1% as indicated on
the electronic counter.
n. Set the Model 2118 MULTIPLIER switch to 1 and
adjust A2R33 for 98300 usec as indicated on the
g. Set the FREQUENCY (Hz) dial of the Model 2118 electronic counter.
to 1 and adjust A2R20 for 10 KHz ±1% as indicated on
the electronic counter. o. Set the Model 2118 FREQUENCY (Hz) dial to 1
and check the 1, 10 and 100 MULTIPLIER ranges. The
time change shall be less than ±5% on each range.
h. Repeat steps (f) and (g) above if necessary, until
both requirements are met.
5-23. SYNCHRONIZATION ADJUSTMENT.
i. Set FREQUENCY (Hz) dial of the Model 2118 to 1 a. Measure the voltage at test point TP3 on the board
and the MULTIPLIER switch to 1M. Adjust capacitor assembly A2 with the dc voltmeter on the 0.1-volt range.
A2C9 for 1 MHz ±1% as indicated on the electronic Adjust A2R57 for an indication of 0 volt.
counter.
5-24. PULSE AMPLITUDE 60o-0HM OUTPUT
ADJUSTMENT.
j. Set the FREQUENCY (Hz) dial of the Model 2118
to 10 and check the frequency. The frequency should be
a. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 5-4.
10 MHz ±4%. If difficulty is encountered, check A2R31
(refer to Table 5-3).
b. Set the Model 2118 MULTIPLIER switch to 10K,
the FREQUENCY (Hz) dial to 10, the SYMMETRY
k. Set the electronic counter controls as indicated in control to 50% duty cycle, and the AMPLITUDE control
Paragraph 5-&. Set the Model 2118 MULTIPLIER switch (60o.ohm) fully clockwise. Adjust A2R88 for greatest
to 100and the FREQUENCY (Hz) dial to 10. amplitude without distortion on the falltime.
5-8
Model 211B Section V
Performance Check Record
PERFORMANCE CHECK RECORD
Serial Number
Paragraph Reference Standard
Reference Check Required Actual
5-8 Frequ ency Check See Table 5-2 -~ -_.-

................
5-9 Symmetry Control Check
Duty Cycle Symmetry - CW ~75%
Duty Cycle Symmetry - CCW ~25% -_._..._.. ~--
5-10 Synchronization Check

0
180 Phase shift - CW 50% duty cycle _ •....., •..,•.• ,....,---•.,.,,=--......-.
w 0
2 180 Phase shift - CCW 50% duty cycle
..J
o 5-11 600-ohm Output
,
w
l-
I- 600-ohm output ~60V
e Voltage - no load
o
t.7 600-ohm output
2 Voltage - load ~30V
e..J
'd: 5-12 Risetime and Falltime
I- 600-ohm output
:J
(.)
Risetime (no load) < 140 ns -------
Falltime (no load) < 140 ns
Risetime (load) < 70 ns
Falltime (load) < 70 ns
5-13 50-Ohm Output Check
Risetime (load) < 5 ns

Falltime (load) < 5 ns
Preshoot (leading edge) ~5%
Overshoot (leading edge) ~5%
Preshoot (trailing edge) ~5%
Overshoot (trailing edge) ~5%
5-8a
Section V Model 211 B
Performance Check Record
Paragraph Reference Standard
Reference Check Required Actual
5-14 Symmetry -10 MHz
Symmetry Control - ccw Duty Cycle < 30%

Symmetry Control - cw Duty Cycle> 70%
5-15 Trigger Output Check
Amplitude (-) pulse > 2 volts
Pulse width -50% amplitude 10 ns
Amplitude (+) pulse > 2 volts
Pulse width - 50% amplitude 10 ns Ref. -~._-
n
c:
-t
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o
Comments: Z
C)
o
o
-t
-t
m
o
r-
Z
m
5-8b
Model 211 B Section VI
SECTION VI
REPLACEABLE PARTS
6-1. INTRODUCTIOI\l. specifications more rigid than the manufacturer's standard

specifications. These parts must be ordered directly from
6-2. This section contains information for ordering Hewlett-Packard Company. Information concerning
replacement parts. Table 6-2 lists the parts in standard replaceable parts will be supplied upon request to
a I phanu meric order by reference designation. All allow procurement directly from the manufacturers.
chassis-mounted parts (assemblies and parts not mounted Contact the local HP Sales/Service Office for details.
on assemblies) appear first, followed by each assembly
with sub-assemblies (if any) and components mounted on 6-6. To obtain replacement parts from HP, address order
that assembly. Reference designations for groups of or inquiry to the nearest Hewlett-Packard Sales/Service
identical items may be shown as TP1 - TP9 followed by a Office (names and addresses in rear of manual), and supply
single part number and description indicating that TP1 the following information:
through TP9 are separate but identical parts. a. HP Part number of item(s).
6-3. Parts consisting of several smaller, yet separately b. Model number and nine-digit serial number of
replaceable parts such as jacks or relays have all sub-parts instrument.
listed so that partial replacement of these items can be c. Quantity of part(s) desired.
accomplished. Miscellaneous parts which are not assigned
reference designations appear at the end of the chassis 6-7. To order a part not listed in the table",provide the
parts listing and at the end of each assembly listing. following information:
a. Model number and nine-digit serial number of the
6-4. ORDERING INFORMATION.
instrument.
6-5. Many parts used in Hewlett-Packard equipment are b. Description of the part including function and
manufactured by HP or are selected by HP under location in the instrument.
Table 6-1. Reference Designators and Abbreviations
REFERENCE DESIGNATORS
A = assembly E :. misc. electronic part M ::: meter TB ::: terminal board
AT ::: attenuatar, F = [use MP ::: mechanical part TP ::: test point
resistive termination FL = fillct' I' ::: plug U ::: microcircuit{non-repairable)
B = motor, fun H ::: hardware PS ::: power supply V ::: vacuum tube, neon bulb,
C ::: capacitor Ie ::: integrated circuit Q ::: transistor photocell, etc.
CP = coupling .1 = jack R ::: resistor VR = voltage regulator (diode)
CR = diodc K = rclay RT ::: thermistor W = cable
DL = delay line L ::: inductor S ::: switch X ::: socket
DS = dcvice signaling (lamp) LS = speakcr T ::: transformer Y = crystal
ABBREVIATIONS
A = ampere(s) Gc ::: gcrnlal11~m minat ::: miniature s-b ::: slow-blow

ampl = amplifier(s) G = l'il'a (10 ) mom. ::: momentary Se = selenium
assy = assembly gl = gla,s mtg = mounting sect = section(s)
grd = ground(ed) my. = mylar semicon = semiconductor(s)
bd ~ board(s) Si = silicon
9
bp = bandpass H = hcnry(ics) n = nano (10- ) sil = silver
Hg = mercu ry n/c = normally closed sl = slide
c = centi (10- 2) hI' = hOllr(s) Nc = neon sp = single pole
car. = carbon HI' = Hewlell- Packa rd nlo = normally open spl = special
ccw = counterclockwise Hz = hertz npo = negative positive zero st = single throw
cer = ceramic (zero temperature std = standard
coax. = coaxial if. = intermediate freCj coefficicnt)
coef = coeffic ient impp; = impregnated nsr = not separately Ta = tantalum
com = common ined = incandescent replac eable td = time delay
comp = composition = tunnel diode(s)
conn = connector(s) incl = inciude(s) TD
CRT = cathode- ray tu be lns ~ in,ulation(eci) Clbd = order by description tgl = togglc
cw = clockwise int = internal ox = oxide Ti = titanium
3
tol = tolerance
12
d = deci (10- 1) k = kito (10 ) P = pico (10- ) trim. = trimmer
dcpc = deposited carbon pc = printed (etched) circuit(s) 6
dp = dou ble pole Ib = pound(s) PGM = program u = micro (10- )
dt = double throw lev = lever piv =peak inverse voltage(s)
lin = linear taper plo = part of V = voll(s)
elect. ~ electrolytic log. = logarithmic taper poly = polysty rcne val' = variable
encap = encapsulated Ipf ~ low-pass filler(s) pore = porcelain
ext = external pos = position(s) W = wall(s)
m ~
milli (10 ~3) pot. = potentiometer(s) wi = with
F = farad(s) M = mega (10 ) pk-pk = peak-to-peak wlo = wiUlOut
fet = field-effect transistor(s) metfim = metal film rect = rectifier(s) wVdc = dc working voll(s)
fxd ~ fixed metox = metal oxide rf = radio frequency ww = wirewound
6-1
Section VI Model 21'IB
Table 6-2
Table 6-2. Replaceable Parts
Ref Description
HP Part No. TQ
Desig (See Table 6-1.)
CHASSIS
C1 018Q.0047 1 C: fxd elect. 500 uF 75 wVdc

C2 018Q.0214 1 C: fxd elect, 275 uF -10% +50% 200 wVdc
C3 015Q.0093 7 C: fxd cer 0,01 uF +80% -20% 100 wVdc
DS1 1 DS: p/o S1
E1 120Q.0081 4 E: Bushing, transistor

E2 120Q.0043 2 E: Insulator 0
E3 1200-0077 2 E: Insulator 0
F1 211Q.0008 1 F: Cart, sob 1/2A 125V

211Q.0018 1 F: Cart, sob 1/2A (230V operation)
H1 504Q.0700 2 H: Hinge
H2 0360-0037 2 H: lug, solder
J1 1251-0148 1 J: Conn ac pwr

J2 125Q.0083 3 J: Conn BNC
J3 125Q.0083 J: Conn BNC
J4 125Q.0140 1 J: Conn BNC
J5 125Q.0083 J: Conn BNC
MP1 120Q.0063 2 MP: clip, transistor 03 and 04

MP2 5000-0717 1 MP: cover, bottom
MP3 500Q.0567 2 MP: cover, side, perforated
MP4 506Q.0718 1 MP: cover top
MP5 7100-0389 1 MP: cover, transformer T1
MP6 3130-0038 1 MP: coupler, switch, .045 diam

MP7 1205-0008 2 MP: Dissipator, Heat, 03 and 04
MP8 00211-64001 1 MP: Knob assy
MP9 0370-0077 1 MP: Knob, blk w/arrow (Ampl 50-ohm)
MP10 037Q.0084 2 MP: Knob, blk w/arrow (Ampl 600-ohm; Vernier)
MP11 037Q.0099 1 MP: Knob, round (Multiplier)

MP12 037Q.0134 1 MP: Knob, red (Symmetry)
MP13 1205-0007 2 MP: Nut, dissipator, heat, 03 and 04
MP14 090Q.0016 1 MP: 0 ring, rubber
MP15 1490-0032 1 MP: Stand, tilt
01 185Q.0098 2 0: Ge pnp
02 1850-0098 0: Ge pnp
03 1854-0090 2 0: Si npn
04 1854-0090 0: Si npn
R1 0757-0092 1 R: fxd metox 33 kilohms 2% 1/2W

R2 2100-0535 1 R: var 10 kilohms 10% 2W
R3 210Q.0519 1 R: var 2 x 1000 ohms 3%
R4 2100-0036 1 R: var 1000 ohms 20% 1/2W
R5 0683-2035 1 R: fxd comp 20 kilohms 5% 1/4W
R6 210Q.0075 1 R: var 2 x 1200 ohms 10%
6-2
Model 2118 Section VI
Table 6-2
Table 6-2. Replaceable Parts (Cont'd)
Ref Description
HP Part No. TQ
Dcsig (See Table 6-1.)
CHASSIS (CONT'D)
S1 3101·0100 1 'S: push, SPDT 5A, 125V

S2 3100-0033 1 S: slide, DPDT, non-shocking, .5A, 125V
S3 1 S: p/o S5
S4 3101-0011 1 S: slide, non-shorting, .5A, 125V
S5 3100-0507 1 S: rotary
T1 9100-0517 1 T: transformer, power
W1 8120-0078 1 W: Cable assy, input power
XF1 1400-0084 1 XF: extractor, post-type
A1
A1 00211-63401 1 A: Attenuator assy
A1R1 0757-0172 1 R: fxd metflm 37.4 ohms 1% 1/2W

A1R2 0757-0801 2 R: fxd metflm 150 ohms 1% 1/2W
A1R3 0757-0801 R: fxd metflm 150 ohms 1% 1/2W
A1R6 0757-0795 R: fxd metflm75 ohms 1% 1/2W

A1R7 0757-0071 1 R: fxd metflm 247.5 ohms 1% 1/2W
A1R8 0757-1005 2 R: fxd metflm 61.11 ohms 1/4% 1/2W
A1R9 0757-1005 R: fxd metflm 61.11 ohms 1/4% 1/2W
A1S1 1 S: Switch NSR Part of A 1 assembly
A1W1 00211-61606 1 W: Cable assembly input

A1W2 00211-61607 1 W: Cable assembly output
A2
A2 00211·66501 1 A: Printed Circuit Board
A2C1 0180-0049 3 C: fxd Alum 20 uF -10+75% 50 wVdc

A2C2 0180-0049 C: fxd Alum 20 uF -10+75% 50 wVdc
A2C3 0180-0291 9 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc
A2C4 0150-0121 1 C: fxd cer 0.1 uF ·20% +80% 50 wVdc
A2C6 0150·0096 1 C: fxd cer 0.05 uF 20% 100 wVdc

A2C7 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc
A2C8 0140-0194 1 C: fxd mica 110 pF 5% 300 wVdc
A2C9 0121·0046 1 C: var cer 9-35 pF
I
6·3
Section VI Model 2118
Table 6-2
Table 6·2. Replaceable Parts (Cont'd)
Ref Description
HP Part No. TQ (See Table 6-1.)
Desig
A2 (CONT'D)
NOTE: (*) indicates selected value.
A2C11 0180-0137 1 C: fxd Ta 100 uF 20% 10 wVdc

A2C12 0180-0374 1 C: fxd Ta 10 uF 10% 20 wVdc
A2C13 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc
A2C14 0160-0503 1 C: fxd polycarb 0.22 uF 2% 160 wVdc
A2C15 0160-0504 1 C: fxd polycarb 22 n~ 1% 400 wVdc
A2C16 0140·0180 1 C: fxd mica 2000 pF 2% 300 wVdc

A2C17 0150-0093 C: fxd cer 0.01 uF -20% +80% 100 wVdc
A2C18 0180-0094 3 C: fxd Alum. 100 uF -10+75% 25 wVdc
A2C19 0150-0071 1 C: fxd cer 400 pF 5% 500 wVdc
A2C20 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc
A2C21 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc

A2C25 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc

A2C27 0150-0064 1 C: fxd cer 15 pF 5% 500 wVdc
A2C29* 0140-0145 1 C: fxd mica 22 pF 5% 500 wVdc
A2C30 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc
A2C31 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc

A2C32 0180-0291 C: fxd Ta 1 uF 10% 35 wVdc
A2C35 0180-0091 1 C: fxd Alum 10 uF -10+50% 100 wVdc
A2C36 0150-0079 2 C: fxd cer 3.3 nF 10% 500 wVdc

A2C37 0150-0079 C: fxd cer 3.3 nF 10% 500 wVdc
A2CR1 1901-0158 4 CR: Si

A2CR2 1901-0158 CR: Si
A2CR3 1901-0158 CR: Si
A2CR4 1901-0158 CR: Si
A2CR5 1901-0029 4 CR: Si
A2CR6 1901-0029 CR: Si

A2CR7 1901·0029 CR: Si
A2CR8 1901-0029 CR: Si
A2CR9 1901-0025 2 CR: Si
A2CR10 1901-0025 CR: Si
A2CR11 1901·0040 6 CR: Si

A2CR12 1901-0040 CR: Si
A2CR13 1910-0016 4 CR:Ge
A2CR14 1910-0016 CR:Ge
A2CR15 1910-0016 CR:Ge
6-4
Model 211 B Section VI
Table 6-2
Ref Description
HP Part No. TQ
A2 (CONT'D)
A2CR16 1910-0016 CR:Ge

A2CR17 1901-0040 CR: Si
A2CR18 1901-0040 CR: Si
A2CR19 1901-0040 CR: Si
A2CR20 1901-0040 CR: Si
A2CR21 1901-0050 1 CR: Si
A2L1 9140-0111 1 L: fxd rf 3.3 uH

A2L2 9170-0016 7 L: Bead, ferrite
A2L3 9140-0096 1 L: fxd rf 1 uH
A2L4 9170-0016 L: Bead, ferrite

A2Q1 1853-0029 4 Q: Si pnp

A2Q2 1853-0029 Q: Si pnp
A2Q3 1853-0001 2 Q: Si pnp
A2Q4 1853-0029 Q: Si pnp
A2Q5 1854-0071 3 Q: Si npn
A2Q6 1854-0019 8 Q: Si npn

A2Q7 1853-0009 5 Q: Si pnp
A2Q8 1854-0019 Q: Si npn
A2Q9 1853-0009 Q: Si pnp
A2Q10 1853-0029 Q: Si pnp
A2Q11 1854-0071 Q: Si npn

A2Q12 1854-0019 Q: Si npn
A2Q13 1854-0019 Q: Si npn
A2Q14 1854-0009 2 Q: Si npn 2N709
A2Q15 1854·0009 Q: Si npn 2N709
A2Q16 1854-0005 4 Q: Si npn 2N708

A2Q17 1854-0005 Q: Si npn 2N708
A2Q18 1853-0009 Q: Si pnp
A2Q19 1854-0005 Q: Si npn 2N708
A2Q20 1854-0005 Q: Si npn 2N708
A2Q21 1854-0019 Q: Si npn

A2Q22 1854-0019 Q: Si npn
A2Q23 1853-0009 Q: Si pnp
A2Q24 1853-0009 Q: Si pnp
A2Q25 1854-0019 Q: Si npn
I
6-5
Section VI Model 2118
Table 6-2
Ref Description
HP Part No. TQ
Dcsig (See Table 6-1.)
A2 (CONT'D)
A2Q26 1853-0012 1 Q: Si pnp 2N2904A

A2Q27 1854-0071 Q: Si npn
A2Q28 1853-0001 Q: Si pnp
A2Q29 1854-0267 2 Q: Si npn
A2Q30 1854-0267 Q: Si npn
A2Q31 1854-0019 Q: Si npn ,

A2Q32 1854-0091 2 Q: Si npn
A2Q33 1854-0091 Q: Si npn
A2R1 0758-0003 8 R: fxd metox 1000 ohms 5% l/2W

A2R2 0757-0080 3 R: fxd metox 4700 ohms 5% 1/2W
A2R3 0758-0003 R: fxd metox 1000 ohms 5% 1/2W
A2R4 0813-0050 2 R: fxd ww 100 ohms 5% 3W
A2R5 0813-0050 R: fxd ww 100 ohms 5% 3W
A2R6 0758-0004 1 R: fxd metox 2700 ohms 5% 1/2w

ALR8 2100-0520 5 R: var 250 ohms 20% 1/8W
A2R9* 0758-0042 1 R: fxd metox 1300 ohms 5% 1/2W
A2Rl0 0761-0005 1 R: fxd metox 2200 ohms 5% lW
A2Rll 0812-0012 1 R: fxd ww 18 ohms 5% 3W

A2R13 0758·0008 3 R: fxd metox 390 ohms 5% 1/2W
A2R14 0758-0028 6 R: fxd metox 270 ohms 5% l/2W
A2R15 0758-0006 3 R: fxd metox 10 kilohms 5% 1/2W

A2R17 2100-0520 R: var 250 ohms 20% 1/8W
A2R18* 0758-0034 R: fxd metox 2400 ohms 5% l/2W
A2R19* 0758-0028 R: fxd metox 270 ohms 5% 1/2W
A2R20 2100-0520 R: var 250 ohms 20% 1/8W

A2R23 2100-0521 5 R: var 5000 ohms 30% 1/8W
A2R25 0757·0159 R: fxd metox 1000 ohms 1% 1/2W

A2R31* 0758·0093 1 R: fxd metox 56 ohms 5% 1/2W

A2R32 0683-1205 1 R: fxd comp 12 ohms 5% 1/4W
A2R33 2100-0521 R: var 5000 ohms 30% 1/8W
A2R34 2100-0521 R: var 5000 ohms 30% 1/8W
A2R35 2100-0521 R: var 5000 ohms 30% 1/8W
6-6
Model 211B Section VI
Table 6-2
Table 6·2. Replaceable Parts (Cont'd)
Ref Description
HP Part No. TQ
A2 (CONT'D)
A2R38 0761-0057 1 R: fxd metox 560 ohm 5% 1W
A2R41 * 0758-0129 1 R: fxd metox 200 kilohms 5% 1/2W

A2R43 2100-0520 R: var 250 ohms 20% 1/8W


A2R56 0758-0006 R: fxd metox 10 kilohms 5% 1/2W

A2R57 2100-0521 R: var 5000 ohms 30% 1/8W


A2R68 0758-0003 R: fxd metox 1000 ohms 5% 1!2W


6-7
Section VI Model 211B
Table 6-2
Ref Description
HP Part No. TQ
A2 (CONT'D)

A2R82 0761-0041 2 R: fxd metox 56 ohms 5% 1W
A2R83 0761-0041 R: fxd metox 56 ohms 5% 1W

A2R88 2100-0520 R: var 250 ohms 20% 1/8W
A2R91 0758-0006 R: fxd metox 10 kilohms 5% 1/2W


A2RT1 0837-0502 1 RT: Thermistor 130 ohms 20% 1/2W

A2RT2 0837-0501 1 RT: Thermistor 50 ohms 20% 1W
A2VR1 1902-0048 3 CR: Brkdwn 6.81V 5% 400 mW

A2VR2 1902-0048 CR: Brkdwn 6.81V 5% 400 mW
A2VR3 1902-3256 2 CR: Brkdwn 23.7V 5% 400 mW
A2VR4 1902-3256 CR:B~dwn23~V5%400mW
A2VR5 1902-0074 1 CR: Brkdwn 7.15V 5% 400 mW
A2VR6 1902-0048 CR: Brkdwn 6.81V 5% 400 mW

A2VR7 1902-0188 1 CR: Brkdwn 4.12V 5% 400 mW
A2VR8 1902-3125 1 CR: Brkdwn 6.98V 2% 400 mW
A2VR9 1902-3105 1 CR: Brkdwn 5.62V 2% 400 mW
A2VR10 1902-0173 1 CR: Brkdwn 9.53V 5% 400 mW
6-8
Model 2118 Section VII
SECTION VII
MANUAL CHANGES AND OPTIONS
7-1. MANUAL CHANGES. 7-7. SPECIAL INSTRUMENTS.
7-2. This manual applies directly to the standard Model 7-8. Modified versions (per customer's specifications) of
2118 having a serial prefix as listed on the title page of any HP instrument are available on special order. The
this manual. The following paragraphs provide instructions manual for these special instruments (having electrical
for modify ing the manual to cover older instruments. modifications) will include a separate insert sheet that
Refer to the separate MANUAL CHANGES sheet supplied describes the modification and any special manual changes
with this manual for newer instruments and errata. in addition to the MANUAL CHANGES sheet (if
applicable). Contact the nearest HP Sales/Service Office if
7-3. OLDER INSTRUMENTS. either of these sheets is missing from the manual of a
special instrument by its full specification name and
7-4. Table 7-1 lists the changes required to adapt this number.
manual to an older instrument. Check Table 7-1 for the
proper instrument serial prefix and make the changes Table 7-1 Manual Changes
indicated. Note that these changes adapt the manual to
cover a particular instrument as manufactured and do not
apply to an instrument subsequently modified in the field. Serial Prefix Make Changes
7-5. OPTIONS.
7-6. Options for an HP instrument are standard

modifications installed at the factory. At the present time,
no options are offered for the Model 2118.
7-1
Model 2118
Section V III
Table 8-1 Table 8-1. Schematic Notes
Refer to MIL-STD-15-1A for schematic symbols not listed in this table.
Etched circuit board

Field effect transistor
(N -channel)
Front panel marking
~---..,
Breakdown diode
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~ I
-t Rear panel marking
0--- Front panel control Tunnel diode
Screwdriver adjustment Step recovery diode
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PIC Part of .\
Circuits or components drawn
;: with dashed lines (phantom) show
-.a.,
cw Clockwise end of vari- fJo'
--n- J
function only and are not intended
N C
able resistor
No connection
'-'"I
...~
to be complete. The circuit or
component. is shown in detail on
another schematic.
Unless otherwise indicated:
resistance in ohms
Waveform test point capacitance in picofarads
(with number) inductance in microhenries
Common electrical point Wire colors are given by
(with letter) not necessarily numbers in parentheses
ground using the resistor color code
[ (925) is wht-red-grn ].
Single pin connector on board o - Black 5 - Green
1 - Brown 6 - Blue
2 - Red 7 - Violet
3 - Orange 8 - Gray
>- Pin of a plug-in board

(with letter or number)
4 - Yellow 9 - White
Switch wafers are identified
as follows:
Main signal path
IR
Primary feedback path
Secondary feedback path

Optimum value selected
* at factory, average
value shown; part may
have been omitted. 2R 2R
8-0
Model 211B Section VIII
Paragra phs 8-1 to 8-16
SECTION VIII
SCHEMATICS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
8-1. INTRODUCTION. replacement parts. If satisfactory repair cannot be made,

contact the nearest Hewlett-Packard Sales/Service Office
8-2. This section contains schematics, repair and (address at rear of manual). If shipment for repair is
re p Iace ment information, component identification recommended, refer to Section II for repackaging and
illustrations and troubleshooting tips. Figures 8-1 through shipping instructions.
8-4 provide a guide to locating common problems. Table
8-1 defines symbols and conventions used on the 8-11. SERVICING ETCHED CIRCUIT BOARDS.
schematics.
8-12. The Model 211 B has the plated-through type etched
8-3. REFERENCE DESIGNATIONS. circuit boards. When servicing this type of board,
components may be removed or replaced by unsoldering
8-4. The unit system of reference designations used in from either side of the board. When removing large
this manual is in accordance with the provisions of the components such as potentiometers, rotate the soldering
USA Standard document USAS Y32.16, dated March, iron tip from lead to lead while applying pressure to the
1968. Minor variations due to design and manufacturing part to lift it from the board. HP Service Note M-20D
practices not specifically covered by the standard may be contains additional information on the repair of etched
noted. circuit boards. The important considerations are as
follows:
8-5. Each electrical component is identified by a class
letter and number. This letter-number combination is the a. Do not apply excessive heat.
basic designation for each component. Components which
are separately replaceable and are part of an assembly b. Apply heat to component lead and remove lead with
have, in addition to the basic designation, a prefix a straight pull away from the board.
designation indicating the assembly on which the
component is physically located. Components not located c. Use a toothpick or wooden splinter to clean hole.
on an assembly will have only the basic designation and
are listed in the replaceable parts list (Section VI) under d. Do not force leads of replacement components into
Chassis Parts. holes.
8-6. All components within the shaded areas on the 8-13. If the plated metal surface (conductor) lifts from
schematics are physically located on etched circuit boards the board, it may be cemented back with a quick-drying
and should be prefixed with the assembly number assigned acetate-base cement (used sparingly) having good
to the particular board (e.g., resistor R23 on assembly A2 insulating properties. An alternate method of repair is to
is referred to as A2R23). There may also be an R23 on solder a good conducting wire along the damaged area.
several other assemblies but the assembly designation will
always be different (A3R23, A9R23, etc). 8-14. TROUBLESHOOTING.
8-7. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION. 8-15. The most important prerequisite for successful
troubleshooting is an understanding of how the instrument
8-& Locations of components on etched circuit boards is designed to operate and correct usage of front-panel
are illustrated in photographs adjacent to the schematics. controls. Often suspected malfunctions are caused by
Since the schematics are drawn to show function, a improper control settings. Operation Section 'II which
particular etched circuit board assembly may be shown on provides an explanation of controls and connectors and
several schematics. The component-identification general operating considerations, and Principles of
photograph is located next to the schematic that shows Operation Section IV which explains circuit theory are
most of the circuitry. Components located on the chassis intended to satisfy this information requirement.
are identified in Figure 8-5 and Figure 8-6.
8-16. After ensuring that the malfunction is not the result
8-9. REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT. of improper control settings,proceed as follows:
8-10. Most electrical components are accessible from the a. Visually inspect the instrument for loose or broken
component side of the etched circuit board. Section VI wires, charred or discolored components and any other
provides a detailed parts list for use in ordering indications of physical damage.
8-1
Section VIII Model 2118
b. Use the troubleshooting trees and waveform chart in from one circuit to another, always check the specific
conjunction with schematics to isolate the malfunctioning conditions listed adjacent to the schematic.
component.
8-19. WAVEFOR MS. Typical waveform measurement
8-17. FREQUENCY CONTROL NETWORK. When the points ("V with a number enclosed) are placed on the
frequency control network fails to free-run, there are no schematics along main signal paths. The numbers inside
waveforms to monitor. and the oscilloscope cannot be the measurement point symbols ("V) are keyed to
used as a troubleshooting instrument. The most effective corresponding waveforms adjacent to each schematic.
method of troubleshooting the frequency control network
in this condition is to determine which of the two states Note
the Schmitt trigger is in and measure the dc voltages
around the circu its. Table 8-2 lists the voltages of the Test points are also shown on the
frequency control circuits with the Schmitt trigger locked schematics with this symbol (TP @).
in one condition (either Q14 or Q15 emitter opened). Test points correspond to pins
When an erroneous voltage is located. basic protruding from the etched circuit board
troubleshooting procedures should be used to determine and do not necessarily correspond to
the exact cause. waveform measurement points.
8-18. D.C. VOLTAGES. DC voltages are indicated on
some of the schematics for active components (transistors. 8-20. Conditions for making the waveform measurements
etc). Control test conditions for making the voltage are also listed adjacent to each schematic and like the dc
measurements are listed adjacent to each schematic. Since voltage measurement conditions may vary slightly from
the conditions for making these measurements may differ one circuit to another.
8-2
Model 2118
TROUBLESHOOTING PULSE GENERATOR
I
NO OR IMPROPER 600n NO OR I MPROPER son FAULTY TRIGGER PULSE NO OR I MPROPER son
OUTPUT (Son OK) AND 600n OUTPUTS OUTPUT-CHECK son OUTPUT(600n OK)
(SEE FIGURE 8-4) AND 600n OUTPUTS (SEE FIGURE 8-4)
Ir-----I-I
POWER LIGHT ON
CHECK ALL OTHER
POWER LIGHT OFF
CHECK FUSE.
MULTIPLIER RINGS CORD, PWR SOURCE,
POWER LIGHT
I I
BAD OK
(NO OUTPUTS) (ONE OR BOTH)
CHECK 016 CHECK 20NS
PULSE COLLECTOR
OF 0 17
I 1 - -- - 1 1
NO OR IMPROPER OK(ANY RANGE) BAD OK
I OUTPUT (ALL RANGES)

CHECK PWR SUPPLY
VOLTAGES.
CHECK MULTIPLIER
SWITCH RAMP CAP.,
WIRING,R33,R34ANDR3S
CHECK 20NS
BASE OF 017
I
CHECK 20NS
COLLECTOR OF 018
...------1------,
I I
.-
I
--,I
BAD OK BAD OK
SEE POWER SUPPLY CHECK SCHMITT CHECK C18, R4S CHECK 017
TROUBLESHOOTING TREE TRIGGER WAVEFORMS EMITTER CIRCUIT
a PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
IN SECT. IV OF MANUAL
I I.
I
BAD OK NOTE:
SEE PARA. 4-24 CHECK 016 IF LOWEST THREE FREOUENCY RANGES ONLY
PRINCIPLE OF OPERe ARE FAULTY CHECK FEEDBACK CIRCUITS
I N SECT. IV OF 6
010,011 AND 12.
MANUAL AND FIG. 8-S
2118-C -4
Figure 8- 1. Pulse Generator Troubleshooting Tree

- 70V SUPPLY
-70V ADJUST (- 70 VOLTS )-70 VOLTS

HAS NOT CHEC K
INSUFFICIENT REGULATING BI AS
RANGE CHECK DC Q2
REGULAT ION VOLTAGE
OK ON
CHECK C OF Q 2
VOLTAGE
DIVIDER
RI6,RI7,Rla,VR3,
REVERSE FORWARD
VR4.A2Q4
BIASED BIASED
CHECK CHECK
(- 9aV DC )- 9aV DC Q2 B I AS
CHECK SHORT A2Q3
RECTIFIER; VERY BRIEFLY
CHECK E TO C
RJI, C2 OF A2Q3
WH I LE
MONITORING
-70V
REVERSE FORWARD
OUTPUT
BIASE.D BIAS
CHECK CHECK
A2Q3 BIAS
A2Q4
(-70 VOLTS )-70 VOLTS

CHECK CHECK
Q2 BIAS ON REVE.RSE FORWARD
A2Q3 BIASED BIASED
CHECK CHECK
V R4 VR3,
DIVIDER A2 Q4
REVERSE FORWARD
BI ASED BlASE D
CHECK CHECK
A2Q4 A2Q3
VR3, VR4,
DIVIDER
TYPICAL - 70V SUPPLY IMPEDANCE

WITH 412A -Q2 EMITTER - 3K
TYPICAL RIPPLE - 30MV RMS
21IB-C-6
Figure 8-2. -70-Volts Supply Troubleshooting Tree

Section VIII
Figures 8·1, 8·2, and 8·3
- 20V SUPPLY
-20V ADJUST (- 20 VOLTS )-20 VOLTS

HAS NOT CHECK
INSUFFICIENT REGULATI NG BIAS
RANGE CHECK DC 01
CHECK VOL TAGE
R7.R8.R9.VR2. COLLECTOR
A2C2 QI
REVERSE FORWARD
BIASED BIASED
CH EC K CHECK
(-25V DC )-25V DC 01 B I AS
CHECK SHORT A201
CRI.CR2. BRIEFLY
CI E TO C
OF A2Q\
WH I L E
MONITO RING
-20V
REVE RSE FORWARD
OUTPUT
BIASED BIASED
CHECK CHECK
A201 A202
(-20VOLTS )- 20 VOLTS
CHECK CHECK
01 BIAS ON REVERSE FORWARD
A20 I BI AS ED BIASED
CHECK CHECK
DIVIDER A202
VR2
REVERSE FORWARD
BIASED BIASED
CHECK CHECK
A2Q2 A2QI
DIVI DER
VR2.A2C2
TYPICAL - 20V SUPPLY IMPEDANCE

WITH 412A - 01 EMITTER 150 OHMS
TYPICAL RIPPLE - 5 MV RMS
2118- C - 5
Figure 8·3. -20- Volts Supply Troubleshooting Tree
8·3
IMPROPER 50 OHM OUTPUT
(600 OHM OUTPUT OK)
CHECK FOR DEFECTIVE RANGE

ON AMPLIFIER SWITCH S6
NO OR IMPROPER OUTPUT (ALL RANGES) HAVE OUTPUT (ANY RANGE)

CHECK DC VOLTS SWING ON BASES OF CHECK FOR BROKEN WIRES,
032 a
033 BAD CONTACTS, BAD RESISTORS
WHEN GAIN VERNIER IS ROTATED ON S6
-12V TO-17V
WRONG VOLTAGE OK
CHECK CHECK WAVEFORM ON
027,028 C OF 025
I
BAD OK
CHECK WAVEFORM ON CHECK WAVEFORM ON
C OF 023 C'S OF 029 a
030
BAD OK BAD OK
CHECK CHECK CHECK CHECK
023,CR19 025 029 a
030 032a 033
NO OR IMPROPER 600 OHM OUTPUT

(50 OHM OUTPUT OK)
CHECK WAVEFORM ON
C OF 026
BAD OK
CHECK WAVEFORM ON CHECK WAVEFORM ON
C OF 024 AMPLIFIER C OF 031
APPROXIMETLY 1.6V P TO P
I r - - - - I- - - - - ,
BAD OK BAD OK
CHECK 024,R88 CHECK CHECK CHECK
MULTIPLIER SWITCH 026,VRI0,RT2 031 03,04,R6A aB
55
2118-C-3
Figure 8-4.50 Ohms-6000hms Output Troubleshooting Tree

R2
53
55
R3
AI Q4
21IB-A-11
Figure 8-5. Chassis Component Identification - Top View

Section V III Model 211B
Figures 8-4,8-5 and 8-6
R4
(UNDER) A2
S2
21IB-A-IO
Figure 8-6. Chassis Component Identification· Bottom View
8-4
ASSEMBLY
AISI f\ AMPLITUDE
/'
AJ (V ACROSS SOn>
/'
//
r------------\--~--r-----------l-----r-----------I
I I I I I I
FROM
COLLECTO~
PI J61 I CI:J I I I I I I J4
tt l~
OF - 7
A2029
(SEE FIG. 8- 6)
I~
rO o)--~----o 0)-------0 I
I I
I c::::c:J 0------0
I
I ~
I
I
I 10.25
r-o
I
[Q;IJ
I ~
I
I ~
~
I AIRI
37.4
AI R4
121
AIR7
247.5
I AIR2
150
AI R3
15o
AIR5
75
AIR6
75
AIR8
61.11
AI R9
61.11
I -
I
L
21IB-AllEN CKT-BI1
REFERENCE DESIGNATIONS
AI CHASSIS
RI-9 J4.6 Reference designations within assemblies
SI PI
are abbreviated. Add assembly designation
as prefix to form com~lete designation
[e.g .. RI on assemby A2 is A2RI).
DELETED:
Figure 8-7. Attenuator Assembly A1 Schematic

Table 8-2. Voltages with Schmitt Trigger Locked in One State
Transistor Emitter of Emitter of

014 opened 015 opened
014 Emitter open Emitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - 7. 1V

Base -3.1V Base -6.3V
Collector -0.3V Collector -2.3V
015 Emitter -4.6V Emitter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. open

Collector -4.0V Collector OV
016 Emitter -4.6V Emitter -0.7V

Base -4.0V Base OV
Collector OV Collector OV

Collector -3.1 V Collector -6.3V

Col/ector -0.8V Collector -0.8V

Collector -12.5V Collector -8AV
Q7 Emitter -0.1 V Em itter -0.1 V

Col/ector -11.5V Collector -7AV
08 Emitter -12.5V Emitter -8AV

Collector OV Collector OV
09 Emitter -11.7V Emitter -7AV


Collector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -0.2V Collector -4.8V
011 Emitter -O.8V Emitter -5.3V

010 Emitter OV Emitter OV

Base 0.7V Base 0.6V
Collector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. O.8V Collector -5.3V
Table 8-3. DC Voltage and Waveform Test Conditions
1. Set the model 211 B controls as follows:
MULTIPLIER 1K
SYMMETRY Approx 50%
FREQUENCY (Hz) __ _ 10
AMPLITUDE (sw) _ 5
VERNIER cw
AMPLITUDE (dial) _ _ cw
2. Voltages and waveforms may vary slightly from one instrument to
another. Unless otherwise indicated, all voltages are dc, taken with a
20,000 ohm-per-volt meter and measured to chassis ground.

Section VIII
Figures 8-7 and 8-8
rt1~i''""
~ ..
JI
I
S2 I
I
9 I
I
I
I I
I
2 I
I
I
I
I
I
3 I
I
I
I
I
I
I
4 I
I
~
(9)~
Referente dUllnations within assemblies

are abbreviated Add assembly deSlination
as prefu to form complete deSllinallon
Ie I: , Rl on assembly A2 IS A2RI)
A2 CHASSIS
CI-6 CI,2
CRI-8 DSI
01-4 FI
RI-18 JI
VRI-4 01,2
RI
SI,2
TI
WI
DELETED:
I 21IB-PWR SUPPLy-al?
Figure 8-8. Power Supply Schematic

8-5
Section VIII
Tables 8-2, 8-3 and Figure 8-9 Model 211 B
A B c o E F
1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
REF GRID
DESIG LaC
C1 0-4 C27 0-2 CR15 A-2 011 B-5 R4 E-4 R30 C-4 R56 A-2 R83 0-2
C2 0-4 C28 E-2 CR16 A-2 012 B-5 R5 E-4 R31 A-4 R57 B-2 R84 0-1
C3 F-4 C29 E-l CR17 B-3 013 B-4 R6 0-4 R32 A-4 R58 A-1 R85 E-2
C4 0-5 C30 0-2 CR18 B-3 014 B-4 R7 0-5 R33 B-5 R59 A-2 R86 E-2
C5 E-3 C31 0-1 CR19 C-2 015 B-4 R8 0-5 R34 B-5 R60 A-2 R87 C-3
C6 E-4 C32 E-2 CR20 E-1 016 C-3 R9 0-5 R35 B-5 R61 B-2 R88 C-3
C7 C-4 C33 E-2 CR21 F-2 017 B-2 R10 E-3 R36 C-5 R62 B-2 R89 0-4
C8 A-4 C34 E-2 L1 B-2 018 B-2 R11 E-4 R37 B-4 R63 B-2 R90 0-3
C9 A-4 C35 0-3 L2 B-3 019 B-2 R12 E-4 R38 C-5 R64 B-2 R91 0-4
Cl0 A-4 C36 E-3 L3 0-2 020 B-3 R13 E-5 R39 B-5 R65 B-3 R92 0-3
C11 A-3 C37 E-3 L4 E-2 021 B-4 R14 E-4 R40 C-5 R66 C-3 R93 0-3
C12 A-3 C38 0-3 L5 E-2 022 B-3 R15 E-4 R41 A-4 R67 C-3 R94 E-3
C13 A-3 CRl F-4 L6 0-2 023 0-2 R16 E-5 R42 B-4 R68 C-3 R95 E-3
C14 A-3 CR2 F-4 L7 0-2 024 0-4 R17 E-5 R43 B-4 R69 C-3 R96 E-2
C15 A-4 CR3 F-4 L8 E-2 025 0-2 R18 E-5 R44 C-4 R70 C-2 R97 0-3
C16 A-4 CR4 F-4 L9 E-2 026 0-3 R19 0-5 R45 C-2 R71 C-2 VR1 F-4
C17 C-5 CR5 F-5 01 0-5 027 0-1 R20 0-5 R46 C-2 R72 0-2 VR2 0-5
C18 C-2 CR6 F-5 02 0-5 028 0-2 R21 C-5 R47 C-4 R73 0-2 VR3 E-5
C19 C-2 CR7 F-5 03 E-5 029 E-2 R22 C-5 R48 C-4 R74 C-2 VR4 E-5
C20 C-2 CR8 F-5 04 E-5 030 E-1 R23 C-5 R49 C-4 R75 C-2 VR5 C-4
C21 C-4 CR9 0-5 05 C-5 031 0-3 R24 C-5 R50 C-4 R76 C-2 VR6 B-4
C22 C-2 CR10 C-4 06 C-5 032 E-2 R25 C-5 R51 C-4 Rn C-2 VR7 C-4
C23 B-1 CR11 C-5 07 C-4 033 E-1 R26 C-4 R52 C-3 R78 0-1 VR8 B-2
C24 B-3 CR12 C-4 08 C-4 R1 0-4 R27 C-4 R53 C-3 R79 C-l VR9 B-2
C25 C-3 CR13 A-2 09 C-4 R2 0-5 R28 C-4 R54 C-3 R80 C-2 VR10 0-3
C26 0-2 CR14 A-2 010 B-5 R3 0-5 R29 C-4 R55 C-4 R81 0-2 RT1 B-5
R82 0-2 RT2 0-3
2118-A-13
Figure 8-9. Assembly A2 Component Identification
8-6
p C£PLA~E'Me.J( Pf\§.~
F" Section V III
Igures 8-7 and 8-8
WI
POWER
m
CABLE
Figure 8-8. Power Su pp Iy Schematic

8-5
Model 211 B
O.IV/DIV IVI DIV WOUTPUT"TOP: 5V/DIV

PK:-IOV PK:-4.BV 'V EXT INPUT BOTTOM: O.5V/DIV
O.5V/DIV ZV/DIV IV/DIV

PK:-13V PK:-65V
2118 - 8-1
Figure 8-10. Test Point Waveforms
I
. Section VIII
Figures 8-10 and 8-11
l
MULTIPLIER I ~ (904)
I~
I SYMMETRY I ,------- ~~~~~~
o --,
I
I
R3A I R54
IG
/
1000 / XI GA;;'l
~
/
ADJ TRIGGER 51 J3
-2~V:;- C3~
/
cw I S5A (956 ) >(934) INVERTER
(901 )
-- _..../ + 0- AMPLIFIER
_ _ _ _ _ _ (9~7 ) XIO GAIN QI8
~i?~\-::::--:-:----.,..--1---_-:::.
CII 017 :
ADJ
100UF
I>(956) ~ :'
PIO ~
R24
2000
1 0(924)
CI2
)+
10UF
cw I ~
0
r--1~--_"":~:""LJ
fcig
7~g
-20V
CI9
400
C20
IUF
_,.-,--If-........--'~'="
R53
'=' 51
I (901)
I
6'
'
.01 U F
S4
-=
I
....-12.4V -L---1 CHARGE DIODE 0(903) )+

,,-(904)
-0
~oEJil ~.- t~ ~C~R~II_

R4G
R35 XIOOGAIN
r ........t---"--4J;;.:.j
-9.4V
...._ _....._ _ J CI3
IUF
-= 5000 ADJ
~ t
27
I w CB
* 0(904)
-j~
- -20V
r-------~
-<..J
110 R31 - 20V
I
56
L ~
t SWITCHING 0(935) -v IMDEDANCE ;r---"--
TO
BASE OF
(905) -20V C9 A2Q231
CIRCUIT 9- 35 CONVERTER
R32 * A2Q24
08 109
III ,,(923) 12
QI6
R50
HIGH -2V
" "!:- 150
"'" j
FREO CI6 C 22
YR7
-12.4V .", ADJ 2000 4.12V 100UF
C7
R2
CW (96B) IUF o
~
,, --~
10K
'0 CURRENT .. INVERTER
R'39
CONTROL 4300 QI3
VR5
Q5 7.15V
~ t5K CW R44
- BV -IOV CRI2 430
(965) 07 T RT!
I R2'3 '=" DISCHARGE 130
5000 DIODE
I FREQ R25
, ADJ
.g:JF ..L
1000
R27 t
L '=' R36
270 150 - 20V
-0.7V - 16.6V
I SYMMETRY I '="
R37
2200
VR6
6.81V
cw//
o I
.",
R3B
1000 t
- 20V
, t
-20Y
+6.ay ISYMMETRY I I
A2
C7 25
CHASSIS
C3
~ S3 0
I (6) -20Y
CR9 - I B I 021
J2,3 I
L 1,2 BIAS I
R 2,3 I
AOJ R66
I
as - 22 S3-5 1000
,
I
, RS1
R 19 - 69
+6.ay 30
RTI t
V R5 - 9 ~ -20V C25
DELETED' R60
t ;;J; IUF
1800 -20Y -20Y

I
J2
, L2
BEAD L ~6j R6S
~""'<
1000
VR8 R64
-=
I R5S
I 10K
6.98V R61
3900
tOOO t
RS3
560
-20V
t
-20Y
C2'3 t
~ 100UF
t -20Y
t -20Y
-20V
t
21IS-FREQ CQNT6 TRIG OUT-Sll
- 20V
Figure 8-11. Frequency Control Schematic

8-7/8-8
----------------------------------
Section VIII
Figure 8-12
50 OHM
DRIVER OUTPUT
AMPLIFIER 032/033
029/Q30 -12.4V -5V
TO ATTENUATOR
~----.-..---p~l~SWITCH
L4
BEAD 032 AISI (SEE
FIG.B-7)
r
L6
BEAD
C27
--20V 15
L7 C33 L8 R85 R86
C26 BEAD .0IUF BEAD 100 100
~
12
AMPLIFIER
...........""'"~--.....- - - 2 0 V
t
Q23 C34 L9
-15V RB3
56 R84* .0IUF BEAD
RBI
FROM
+ __+-1
EMITTER _ _
OF QI6 R72
2200 22
~
390 C29*
t
r
-17V C31
22 IUF
-20V
L3
I
t
-20V L5
030
-...:..~'-----------___+--I(
0 33 ~ •
t BEAD
-12.4V -5V
- -20V R80 CR20
120
-20V_ - ....-_-----.JV\",..._-----4.....,~-
R77
- ...
------------~-~------- ..
* 1000 C32
R75
I IUF
-Il
470
l
~ -(90-" ~~ AMPLITUDE
CONTROL
I-l
Q27/ Q28
?---JIIV'v---......,~
" :1
R4 . /
1000 ~C"'"W----(9-6-8-<) I . I I I
(956)
---'
I~i&
DRIVER QI AMPLITUDE
J5
AMPLIFIER
-Q31 R94 I
AMPLIFIER AMPLIFIER -61V 39 -30V (0) I-- CW
Q24
Q26 I' R6A
-67V I 1200
I
I
R89 R96 R97
1000
C36 150 12K
l , R6B
3300
CW 1200
VRIO C38
9.53V .0IUF
R91 C37
GAIN
AOJ
R90
24K
10K t 3300
-70V
t
-70V
R95
39
OUTPUT I
(4) I
CR21 ,
'--------- ---
(945)
--- - - ---- (906)
.J
AMPLIFIER L ----- 2118-500/6000 OUTPUT CKTS-817
_ J
PIO S5 03/04
Q rlM-U-L-T-I-PL-I--E-R---'
I
I
CCJ A2 CHASSIS
S5C C 26 - 38 J5
Reference desiinations within assemblies CR19-21 03,4
are abbreviated. Add assembly designation L3-9 R4-6
as prefix to form complete designation 023 - 33 S5
I'-R., Rl on assembly A2 is A2Rll· R70-97
RT2
VR 10
DELETED:
R5
20K
Figure 8-12. Output Circuitry Schematic

8-9
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E 8-72
• MANUAL:CHANGES
MODEL 211B
SOUAREWAVEGENERATOR
Manual Serials Prefixed:' 0817A

Manual Printed: March 1971
Make all changes listed below a~ Er:rata.;Check .the following table for your instrument serial prefi~ and/or serial number
and make listed change(s) to the rminu.al: '
Serial Prefix or Number Mak~ Changes Serial !=,refix or Number Make Changes
1210A
1218A 1,2
ERRATA
Page 5-1, Table 6-2 (Cont'd'J, .

Delete Paragraph 5-8. A2R19: Change to HPPart No. 0758-0076; TO 1;
Page 5-2, R: fxdflm560 ohm:'2% 1/4W. .
Delete Table 5-2, A2R31: Change to HP Part No. 0758-0094; TO 1;
Page 5,3, Paragraph 5-9 step b, R: fxd metox 62 ohm 5% 1/2W.
Change TIME/DIV setting to 10 usec. A2R32: Add asterisk. (*) to indicate factory selected
Add: TRIGGER SLOPE (-) value.
Page 5-3, Paragraph 5-10, A2R41: Change to HP Part No. 0758·0101; TO 1;
Change c to read as follows: R: fxd metox 150K ohm 5% 1/2W.
c. Set controls for Model 211 B as follows: A2R48: Change to HP Part No. 0758-0035; TO 1;
MULTIPLIER .............•....... 100K R: fxd metox 3K ohm 5% 1/2W.
FREOUENCY (Hz) . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1 A2R75: Change to HP Part No. 0758-0066; TO 1;
SYMMETRY ccw . R: fxd metox 620 ohm 5% 1/4. ,
AMPLITUDE (switch) ......•.......... 5 DS 1: Change to HP Part No. 2140,0244; TO 1;
VERNIER ........•......•......... cw . DS: neon p/o S1.
Change f to read as follows: A2R84: Change to HP Part No. 0698-5884; TO 1; R:
f. AdjusHhe high-frequency oscilloscope SWEEP fxd flm 22 ohm,.5% 1/2W.
VERNIER until one pulse period occupies 8· MP5: Change to HP Part No. 01701-04109; TO 1;
divisions on the CRT.. MP: Cover, transformer T1.
Delete step g. Add: MP16; HP Part No. 00211-00207; TO 1; MP:
Page 5-4, Figure 5-5. Panel, rear.
Reverse the position of the 1410A and 1425A. S2: Change to HP Part No. 3101-1234; TO 1;
Page 5-5, Figure 5-6. S: slide DPDT.
Reverse the 'position of the 1410A and 1425A.
Page 5-8a, Performance Check Record •. Page 8-6, Figure 8-9,
Replace Figurtl 8-9. with the attached Figure 8-9.
Delete the following items from Paragraph 5-13:
Page 8-7/8-8, Figure 8-11,
Preshoot (leading edge) ~5% A2R 19: Change value to 560 ohms.
Overshoot (leading edge) ~ 5% A2R24: Change value to 1000 ohms.
Preshoot (trailing edge) ~ 5% A2R31: Change value to 62 ohms.
Overshoot (trailing edge) ~ 5% A2R41:Change value to 151k ohms.
Table 6-2, A2R48: Change value to 3000 ohms.
A2C18: Change to HPPart No. 0150·0073; VR6: Move 01:l base connection from cathode
TO 1; C: fxd cer 100 pF 10%1000 wVdc. of VR6 to anode of VR6.
A2C27: Change to HP Part No. 0160-2261; TO 1; Page 8:9, Figure 8~ 12,
C: fxd15 pF 5% 500wVdc. A2R75: Change value to 620 ohms.
. 7 June 1972 . Supplement A for

l:i = Latest additions to this change sheet. 00211 -90901
This change sheet supersedes all prior change sheets for this manual.
Model 211 B Page 2/4
•
CHANGE 1
Table 6-2, Tabl~, 6·2 (Cont:d),

MP2: Change to HP Part No. 5000-8583; TO 1; MP~:. Change to HP Part No. 5060-8573; TO 1;
MP: Cover, bottom, olive-gray.. . ', ... . MP: Cover top, olive-gray.
MP3: Change to HP Part No. 5000·8479; TO 2;' MP16:Change to HP Part No. 00211-10202; TO 1;
MP: Cover, side, olive-gray. MP: Panel, rear, mintllray.
\Add: MPH; HP Part No; 00211·10201; TO 1; MP:
. Panel, front; mint-gray,
A CHANGE 2
Table 6·2,
S1: Change to HP Part No. 3101·1248; T01; S:
push, SPOT, illuminated.
Revision C
Model 211B Page3/4
:;. Page 7-1, Paragraph ]-6,

Change paragraph 7-6 to read as follows:
OPTIONS
Page 7-1 (Cont'd),

7-6. Options for an HP instrument are standard modi-
fication installed at the factory, and are available on
request.
OPTION X95
Table 7~2; Replacement Parts for Option X95 Modification

I'
Ref
. Desig HP Part No . TQ Description
MP2 5000-0717 1 MP: Cover, bottom, blueilray
MP3 5000-0567 2 MP: Cover, side, blueilray
MP4 5060-0718 1 MP: Cover, top, blue-gray
MP16 00211-00207 1 MP: Panel, rear, light gray
MP17 00211-00201 1 MP: Panel, front, light gray
Revision B
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WARRANTY AND ASSISTANCE

This Hewlett-Packard product is warranted against defects I

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For any assistance, contact your nearest Hewlett-Packard

OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL

SERIALS PREFIXED: 0817 A-

Refer to Section VII for instruments with other Serial Prefixes.

HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY/COLORADO SPRINGS DIVISION

Manual Part Number 00211-90901.

PRII\lTED: MAR 1971

Section Page Section Page

GENERAL INFORMATION . .. 1-1 V PERFORMANCE CHECK AND

Figure Title Page Figure Title Page

Table Title Page

1-1. Specifications .1-1

2-1. Shipping Carton Test Strength ... .2-1

5-1. Required Test Equipment 5-0

6-1. Reference Designators and

7-1. Manual Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1

8-1. Schematic Notes .8-0

211B SQUARE WAVE GENERATOR

Figure 1-1. Model 211 B Square Wave Generator

1-1. DESCRIPTION. terminated in a 600-ohm load, the frequency range is from

Table 1-1. Specifications

REPETITION RATE AND TRIGGERING 50-OHM SOURCE

INTERNAL Pulse Shape: (measured at 5V into 50 ohms).

Sync I nput: sine waves or positive pulses from 1 Hz

OUTPUT Dimensions: 7-3/4 in. wide 6-1/8 in. high, 11 in.

The warranty may be void for instru-

I switch on the rear panel of the Model 2118 indicates

Figure 3-1. Front-Panel Controls and Connectors

3-1. INTRODUCTION. 3-10. The Model 211 B may be synchronized by either a

I of the 50-ohm output pulses is controlled by an

RAMP CAPACITOR : LOWEST THREE

(COARSE FREQ ;*: FREQUENCIES

Figure 4-1. Model 211B Block Diagram

4-1. INTRODUCTION. output at a repetition rate established by the coarse and

4-19. CIRCUIT DETAILS.

LEVEL _ "'" 014

CHARGI NG RAMP 0 I SCHARGI NG RAMP

Figure 4-2. Schmitt Trigger Operation

I required. Transistor A2Q12 inverts the emitter signal of

4-35. The amplitude of the 50-ohm signal is controlled by

Table 5-1. Required Test Equipment

Sampling HP 140A 1 GHz Bandwidth Performance Check

High-frequency HP 180Awith SO MHz Bandwidth Performance Check

Frequency 5245L Period Meter Performance Check

50-ohm Tee HP 10221A 1 GHz Bandwidth Perform nace Check

20 dB·So-ohm Weinschel Use Recommended Performance Check

SO-ohm Load HP 11048B Feed-through Load Performance Check

50-ohm GR 874-WSO 1 GHz Bandwidth Performance Check

600-ohm Load 600-ohm ±S% 2W Performance Check

BNC Adapter HP 10110A BNC male to Performance Check