For sale TDS7104 with options. - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: TxB
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 19, 2018, 01:52:03 pm
content: I have for sale my TDS7104 scope.I have rebuilt it and make it as fast as possible.It is fully refurbished and tested.It works very well.I have been using it for power electronics and magnetic property measurementsfor two years without any troubles.Jitter options and power measurements was very usefull.I did not use other options, but some of them are enabled and installed.I don't need this scope longer.Installed options:-----------------------3M: 16M aqusition memory max with 1 channel, 4MB for each of 4 channelsSM: Serial mask testingTDSUSB2: USB2.0 Test packageCP: Communication pulse measurements 2JE3: Jitter analysis essentialJA3: Jitter analysis advancedVNM: CAN and LIN timing and protocol decodeTDSPWR3: Power measurements 3Mainboard: SU810 GATEWAY version - it exactly same as Intel boardCPU: Celeron 1000 - I have upgraded itMemory 512MB - maximum memory for this kind of mainboardDVD multirecorder - I have upgraded itHDD: Transcend solid state disk 32GB - I have upgaded it also.installed windows 2000 english version (box), so it should be possible to install localized language pack.Included:----------TDS7104 scope, front cover, accesory bag, original windows 2000 disk with code ( box version ),CD with copy of scope software and short installation manual, PS2 mouse.I don't include probes.Important:---------------This scope have important improvement on Power PC board:I have developed an installed replacement board for battery powered RAM( dallas chip ) which is installed on Power PC board.I have built the board with ferroelectric FRAM memory,it no longer need battery replacement for DS1245 dallas chip.It is also much more reliable. Please see last two photos.Shipping to EU countries only. Local collect possible in Gdańsk, Poland.Shipping cost to be estimated, it is heavy item.Packed size: 70x50x40 cm, weight 24 kg.Shipping cost can vary depends on country.Payment: Paypal or bank transfer (prefered).Tomasz

author: Zucca
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 19, 2018, 04:43:07 pm
content: the only thing you are missing to reach perfection are pictures.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 19, 2018, 05:12:32 pm
content: Quote from: zucca on June 19, 2018, 04:43:07 pmAnd an asking price!

author: GreyWoolfe
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 19, 2018, 09:43:24 pm
content: Quote from: nctnico on June 19, 2018, 05:12:32 pmIf there is no price, doesn't that mean it's free?

author: max-bit
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 20, 2018, 05:01:05 am
content: Pictures and price

author: TopLoser
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 20, 2018, 08:13:50 am
content: Ebay:https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tektronix-TDS7104-with-options-Technically-perfect-working/292608985961

author: Jwalling
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 20, 2018, 11:33:16 am
content: Quote from: TopLoser on June 20, 2018, 08:13:50 amCondition:For parts or not working

author: MadTux
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 20, 2018, 11:39:32 am
content: Probably so that noone can swap-steal working ACQ-board or so and return the now broken instrument. Wise idea, I'd do the same.Unfortunately, TDS7104 and especially TDS7054 are the crippled versions of the TDS7000 series, good TDS7000s are 7154/7254/7404.

author: TxB
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 20, 2018, 11:09:03 pm
content: It is listed on ebay.co.uk with photosPrice to be negotiable.I agree, 7154 and higher models are better,but 7104 is the last one which don't need TCA adapter.Tom

author: PartialDischarge
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 24, 2018, 07:57:06 pm
content: Quote from: MadTux on June 20, 2018, 11:39:32 amI wouldn't call a 10Gs 4ch 1Ghz scope with digital phospor technology, SSD disk, and all those options, crippled at all. I'd buy this reputable scope from Tek anytime before the new rigol DS7000 which starts at $2500 even if it was hackable to 500Mhz.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 24, 2018, 08:25:29 pm
content: Quote from: MadTux on June 20, 2018, 11:39:32 amThat can be countered by noting and photographing all serial numbers. Also some good 'warranty void' stickers will help. I'd never sell a scope like this in 'for parts' condition. It takes too much away from the value. Buyers will want some kind of warranty especially from a seller with a low number of sales. What also doesn't help is that this oscilloscope is not original so it may not be possible to have it serviced by Tektronix if necessary.

author: Johnny10
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 24, 2018, 09:58:46 pm
content: It is reasonable price.I have two of these and if they weren't so slow to boot up I would have them on main bench.I upgraded CPU Board memory and it seemed quicker?Maybe.I like that FRAM idea.Did you upgrade the PowerPC board Ram?

author: TxB
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 26, 2018, 11:23:49 am
content: Hi,Selling on ebay is not my main buisness.The scope I'm selling was refurbished for my personal purposes,I was not intend to sell it.Now I have access to well equiped lab, so I don't need it longer.This is quite old scope, so Tektronix maintenace programme is closed for this model.Tektronix is no longer repairing this kind of scope, I think, so Tektronix service is worth nothing.I agree, SSD drive did not make a big difference in speed, it is similar to good HDD,but much faster then original old 6GB travelstar HDD, especially with Windows 2000.Anyway, it is faster then original, because of more RAM and faster CPU.I have added more memory to PPC board also, but I don't think the scope is using it.In Europe it is hard to find this scope in good condition for sale, in USA there are more offers.Now I have stopped the auction, because I have some measurements to doI can make with this scope only.Maybe I will relist it in few weeks.Tom