TR501
The Tektronix TR501 is a tracking generator plug-in for the TM500 system.
The TR501 can work with the 7L12.
The TR501 and TR502 are essentially the same instrument except for the output attenuators and logic interface added in the TR502.
Key Specifications
| Frequency range | 100 kHz to 1.8 GHz |
|---|---|
| Maximum output level | 0 dBm ±0.5 dB |
| Level range | 0 to -11 dBm |
| Level flatness | ±1 dB up to 1.3 GHz and ±3 dB up to 1.8 GHz |
Links
- Tektronix TR501 @ barrytech.com
- TekScope Vol. 7 No. 5, 1975 p.11+: Fred Telewski, A high-stability 100 kHz to 1.8 GHz tracking generator
- TR501 repair @ Nederlands Transistorforum (Dutch) with photos
Prices
| Year | 1976 | 1980 |
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| Catalog price | $3,500 | $4,250 |
| In 2022 Dollars | $17,500 | $14,500 |
According to an internal memo, in 1979 annual sales were estimated at 154 units.
Pictures
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TR501 block diagram
