US4070615A
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Compensation indicator for attenuation probe
Assignee: Tektronix Inc
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Filing: 1976-05-12
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Granted: 1978-01-24
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Expires: 1996-05-12
Abstract
Abstract A circuit is provided for generating signals proportional to distortion of a square-wave reference signal caused by the impedance mismatch of an attenuator probe and the input impedance of an electronic instrument. The generated signals are utilized to control an indicator device and thereby provide an indication of the mismatch as well as proper compensation of the probe.
Inventors
- 👤 Roland Emil Crop
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 05:34
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01R; G01R29/00; G01R29/02; G01R17/00; G01R17/02; G01R19/00; G01R19/145; G01R27/00; G01R27/28; G01R35/00; G01R35/005
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
101 words
A circuit for indicating adjustment of a frequency compensation network; comprising; a source of square-wave signals, said frequency compensation network being coupled to the output of said signal source; differential amplifier means having a first input coupled to the output of said frequency compensation network and a second input coupled to the output of said signal source; the output signal of said differential amplifier being proportional to distortion caused by said frequency compensation network; means for converting said output signal to a control voltage; and indication means responsive to said control voltage for providing an indication of said compensation network adjustment.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
101 words
A circuit for indicating adjustment of a frequency compensation network; comprising; a source of square-wave signals, said frequency compensation network being coupled to the output of said signal source; differential amplifier means having a first input coupled to the output of said frequency compensation network and a second input coupled to the output of said signal source; the output signal of said differential amplifier being proportional to distortion caused by said frequency compensation network; means for converting said output signal to a control voltage; and indication means responsive to said control voltage for providing an indication of said compensation network adjustment.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
46 words
A circuit according to claim 1 wherein said differential amplifier comprises an operational amplifier wherein said first input is an inverting input and said second input is a non-inverting input, said operational amplifier including a feedback network connected between the output thereof and said first input.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
A circuit according to claim 1 wherein said converting means comprises a rectifier and filter.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
A circuit according to claim 1 wherein said indication means comprises illumination means whose illuminance is inversely proportional to said control voltage.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
102 words
A circuit for indicating the adjustment of a frequency-compensated attenuator probe coupled to the input circuit of an electronic instrument, comprising: a square-wave generator; a differential amplifier for producing a difference signal; a first signal path from said square-wave generator through said probe and input circuit to a first input of said differential amplifier; a second signal path from said square-wave generator to a second input of said differential amplifier; and an output circuit including an indicating device connected to said differential amplifier, said output circuit developing a control voltage porportional to said difference signal to be applied to said indicating device.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
102 words
A circuit for indicating the adjustment of a frequency-compensated attenuator probe coupled to the input circuit of an electronic instrument, comprising: a square-wave generator; a differential amplifier for producing a difference signal; a first signal path from said square-wave generator through said probe and input circuit to a first input of said differential amplifier; a second signal path from said square-wave generator to a second input of said differential amplifier; and an output circuit including an indicating device connected to said differential amplifier, said output circuit developing a control voltage porportional to said difference signal to be applied to said indicating device.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
A circuit according to claim 5 wherein said second signal path includes an attenuator to match the attenuation of said probe.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
19 words
A circuit according to claim 5 wherein said output circuit includes a rectifier filter to produce said control voltage.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-01-23 | 1981-07-25 | 1982-01-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-01-23 | 1985-07-25 | 1986-01-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-01-23 | 1989-07-25 | 1990-01-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |