FS: Replacement LCD Display for Tektronix TDS500/600/700 Color Oscilloscope - Page 1
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author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: May 28, 2025, 05:21:48 pm
content: Replacement Kit for Tektronix color CRT display for many oscilloscope models in the TDS500/600/700 family (see below)- Is the CRT display on your TDS display barely readable, has a blurry focus, or has unwanted color spots?In that case, converting to this LCD display with little effort (no soldering or major mechanical work) can be the solution.- Because this conversion uses a VGA video splitter, the rear VGA out jack can still be used for an external connection (projector, monitor, etc.).- Upon request, I also offer to convert your TDS oscilloscope to this LCD display. Additional charge: $30 (excluding delivery and return of the device).- Installation instructions (in English or German ) are included. These instructions can also be sent in advance as a PDF if requested.- A 30-day return period with a money-back guarantee is also accepted. The buyer pays the return shipping costs.- This LCD display Kit is made by me and consists of 3 parts (see photos):A) LCD display with control unit in aluminum frameB) VGA splitter and auxiliary power unitC) Remote control- Shipping within EU is from Waldshut-Tiengen, Germany.- Shipping costs for Germany only for the approximately 1.5 kg package is $7 (includes my transport from Switzerland to Germany)For other countries, please inquire.Free pickup would have to be arranged at my address in Switzerland (5622 Waltenschwil, Oberdorfstrasse 4).Selling price: USD195.-165.-Note: A similar product from the USA costs approximately USD 350. Link:https://www.ebay.com/itm/134939823819?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=6Omt1o8XS1K&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=TZxzyoTeT1C&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=SMS------------------------------This LCD display Kit is compatible with the following Color-Tektronix TDSxxx models:TDS 794C, TDS 794DTDS 784A, TDS 784C, TDS 784DTDS 754A, TDS 754C, TDS 754DTDS 724A, TDS 724C, TDS 724DTDS 744, TDS 744ATDS 694CTDS 684A, TDS 684B, TDS 684CTDS 654CTDS 644A, TDS 644BTDS 544ATDS 524A--------------------------If you have any questions or would like more pictures, please feel free to contact me.Thank you for your interest.Martin

author: voltsandjolts
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 28, 2025, 05:32:21 pm
content: Hello,Are you a registered company or a private individual?Thanks,

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: May 28, 2025, 05:52:33 pm
content: Hello voltsandjolz,I am a retired private electronic technican.Tank you and best regards,Martin

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 04, 2025, 07:08:54 pm
content: Hello everyone,To those interested:The selling price is negotiable within certain limits.Please inquire, thank you.Martin

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 20, 2025, 07:59:19 am
content: Hello everyone,One more note regarding the included remote control:It is not necessary to operate the display function with the remote control. The display starts as usual when the TDS Oscilloscope is turned on.The remote control can only be used to readjust the display if necessary.Martin

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 28, 2025, 04:03:12 pm
content: Hello everyone,I just read in this forum that sales on this platform by newbies are often suspected of being made by scammers. Such transactions are therefore discouraged.I am one such newbie, but not a scammer. Therefore, I am making the following offer:Anyone interested in my DIY LCD display kit and who has more than 50 posts can purchase my kit without any upfront payment. This means you can view it and pay later.Best regards,Martin

author: coromonadalix
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 28, 2025, 05:30:24 pm
content: Quote from: emart5 on June 28, 2025, 04:03:12 pmnot necessarily, but you do have a low post count, and sometimes even if a sold thing can or could be very practical, the pricing could be a deterrent, or other factors like interests, timing etc ... and maybe be patient, seeing a thread change(s) or some added pressure can be seen badly too, or rapidly loose traction ... or other things and factors, it's a general ideathings to consider when creating a sale threadnormally scammers and or power sellers ... are rapidly put out of eevblog

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 28, 2025, 08:29:39 pm
content: Hi coromonadalix,Thanks for the tip.Everything's OK. Nevertheless, I'm happy to send the LCD kit to anyone interested for viewing/testing without any upfront payment.Having already successfully sold ten of these LCDs on eBay and Germans "Kleinanzeigen", I'm interested in hearing more about my experiences.Best regards,Martin

author: tunk
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 28, 2025, 08:43:56 pm
content: A link to your eBay store may help.You also say you have installation instructions - maybe post it here?

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 28, 2025, 09:25:02 pm
content: Quote from: tunk on June 28, 2025, 08:43:56 pmHi tunk,Thank you.Here is my "remodeling instructions"Remodeling instructions_lcd display_v4.pdf(5741.26 kB - downloaded 42 times.)Best regards,Martin

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 29, 2025, 08:37:46 am
content: Quote from: tunk on June 28, 2025, 08:43:56 pm... and here a link to one of my last sold LCD-Kit on Ebay:https://ebay.us/m/lS7T6R

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: July 12, 2025, 08:38:41 am
content: Hi,My newest Ebay offer for such a LCD-Kit you can see under:https://www.ebay.com/itm/136097725120Thank you for the interess.Martin

author: dxl
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 27, 2025, 02:12:02 pm
content: I bought such a TFT conversion kit from emart5. I ordered it via email, and it arrived two days later. Conversion was quick and smooth - it took me about 45 minutes to convert my TDS784D to LCD with the kit. Picture quality is very good and the dimensions of the LCD are perfect - almost no unused borders, and the softkey labels are well aligned to the buttons.It also contains a VGA splitter, so you can stil use the VGA output on the back of the scope.

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 08, 2025, 09:35:37 am
content: Hello everyone,I was able to reduce the cost of more than one of these LCD kits somewhat through more efficient manufacturing.Therefore, I can now also reduce the selling price by 15% to USD 165.Martin

author: mbrando
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 31, 2025, 11:46:54 am
content: Hello,Will you be listing any additional kits on your ebay account anytime soon?Is this the correct link to watch for your listings?https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?sid=emart500&_pgn=1&isRefine=true&_trksid=p4429486.m2548.l2567

author: emart5
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2025, 08:55:59 am
content: Hello mbrando,Thank you for your inquiry.At this time I have listed this LCD Kit only at "Kleinanzeigen" in Germany. Mostly for European byers. Pls see link:https://www.kleinanzeigen.de/s-bestandsliste.html?userId=60444347&utm_source=sharesheet&utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_medium=social_profil&utm_content=app_androidIf you are interested, we can do further communication on my emailmstoeckli50 at bluewin.chBest regards,Martin