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The '''Tektronix Type 111 Pretrigger Pulse Generator''' produces two pulse signals: one to trigger an oscilloscope sweep and a main output pulse to stimulate the device under test.  The trigger pulse comes between 30 and 250 nanoseconds before the output pulse; this is controlled by a knob on the 111.  This gives adequate time for the oscilloscope to start sweeping so that the leading edge of the input or output signals of the device under test can be viewed.  The alternative is to have a [[delay line]] in the signal path, after the trigger pickoff, but delay lines degrade transient performance.  Using a pretrigger eliminates the need for a delay line in the vertical signal path and therefore enables accurate high-speed measurements.   
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|manufacturer=Tektronix
|model=111
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|summary=Pretrigger Pulse Generator
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|caption=Front View
|introduced=1960
|discontinued=(?)
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|manuals=
* [[Media:070-252.pdf|Tektronix 111 Manual]] (PDF)
* [https://w140.com/tek_fcp/tek_type_111_factory_cal_proc.pdf Tektronix 111 Factory Calibration Procedure (PDF)]
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The '''Tektronix Type 111 Pretrigger Pulse Generator''' produces two pulse signals, one to trigger an oscilloscope sweep and a main output pulse to stimulate the device under test.   


The main output pulse of the Type 111 is produced by an avalanche transistorThe risetime is specified as "0.3 nanosecond" in the Auxiliary Equipment
The trigger pulse comes between 30 and 250 nanoseconds before the output pulse; this is controlled by a knob on the 111.  This gives adequate time for the oscilloscope to start sweeping so that the leading edge of the input or output signals of the device under test can be viewed.  The alternative is to have a [[delay line]] in the signal path, after the trigger pickoff, but delay lines degrade transient performance.  Using a pretrigger eliminates the need for a delay line in the vertical signal path and therefore enables accurate high-speed measurements.  For a stable display, low jitter of the delay between pretrigger and main pulse is essential.
section at the end of the Type [[N]] manual, and "equal to or less than 500 picoseconds" in the Characteristics section of the 111 manual.


For a stable display, it is essential for the delay between pretrigger and main pulse to be stable, free of jitter. The pretrigger-to-main pulse jitter of the Type 111 is specified as 100ps.  The repetition rate is 10/sec to 100,000/sec.  The main output pulse amplitude is specified to be at least 10 volts into 50 ohms.
{{BeginSpecs}}
{{Spec | Pulse repetition rate | 10 Hz to 100 kHz, or by external trigger }}
{{Spec | Rise time | <500 ps }}
{{Spec | Pre-trigger | 30−250 ns variable with additional calibrated "+1 ns" switch, jitter ≤100 ps }}
{{Spec | Output amplitude | ≥10 V (selectable polarity) into 50 Ω }}
{{EndSpecs}}


* [http://bama.edebris.com/download/tek/111/Tek%20111.pdf Tektronix 111 Manual (PDF)]
==Internals==
* [http://w140.com/tek_fcp/tek_type_111_factory_cal_proc.pdf Tektronix 111 Factory Calibration Procedure (PDF)]
The main output pulse of the Type 111 is produced by an avalanche transistor.


==Notes==
The Auxiliary Equipment section in the [[N|Type N]] manual says the rise time is 300 ps.  The 111 front panel and manual specify <500 ps.
==Pictures==
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<gallery>
File:Tek 111 front.jpg|Front View
Tek 111 front.jpg|Front View
File:Tek_111_left.jpg|Left Internal View
Tek_111-Front.jpg | Front
File:Tek 111 right.jpg|Right Internal View
Tek_111_left.jpg|Left Internal View
File:Tek_111_rear.jpg|Late serial number rear view
Tek 111 left internal.jpg|Left Internal View
Tek 111 rear2.jpg|Early serial number rear view
Tek 111 right.jpg|Right Internal View
Image:Tek 111 schem.gif|Schematic
Tek 111 right internal.jpg|Right Internal View
Tek_111_rear.jpg|Early serial number rear view
Tek_111-Rear.jpg | Rear
Tek 111 rear2.jpg|Late serial number rear view
Tek 111 schem.gif|Schematic
Tek 110 or 111 and type n diode measure.jpg
Tek 110 or 111 and type n diode measure.jpg
Tek type 111 two triggers per pulse 1.jpeg|111 with two triggers per pulse switch
Tek type 111 two triggers per pulse 2.jpeg|111 with two triggers per pulse switch
Tek type 111 two triggers per pulse 3.jpeg|111 with two triggers per pulse switch
</gallery>
</gallery>


[[Category:Pulse generators]]
[[Category:Pulse generators]]
[[Category:Introduced in 1960]]

Latest revision as of 09:20, 31 December 2023

Tektronix 111
Pretrigger Pulse Generator
Front View

Produced from 1960 to (?)

Manuals
(All manuals in PDF format unless noted otherwise)
Manuals – Specifications – Links – Pictures

The Tektronix Type 111 Pretrigger Pulse Generator produces two pulse signals, one to trigger an oscilloscope sweep and a main output pulse to stimulate the device under test.

The trigger pulse comes between 30 and 250 nanoseconds before the output pulse; this is controlled by a knob on the 111. This gives adequate time for the oscilloscope to start sweeping so that the leading edge of the input or output signals of the device under test can be viewed. The alternative is to have a delay line in the signal path, after the trigger pickoff, but delay lines degrade transient performance. Using a pretrigger eliminates the need for a delay line in the vertical signal path and therefore enables accurate high-speed measurements. For a stable display, low jitter of the delay between pretrigger and main pulse is essential.

Key Specifications

Pulse repetition rate 10 Hz to 100 kHz, or by external trigger
Rise time <500 ps
Pre-trigger 30−250 ns variable with additional calibrated "+1 ns" switch, jitter ≤100 ps
Output amplitude ≥10 V (selectable polarity) into 50 Ω

Internals

The main output pulse of the Type 111 is produced by an avalanche transistor.

Notes

The Auxiliary Equipment section in the Type N manual says the rise time is 300 ps. The 111 front panel and manual specify <500 ps.

Pictures