Quick Teardown: HP 5334b Universal Counter

[@CraigPetersen12f36b]

I have this counter. Mine has the 1.3GHz option and the high stability option. If you upgrade to the high stability option you will need to install the HP10811 oscillator and do a few minor component swaps. If you have one that has the 1.3GHz option that channel will work from 10MHz to 2GHz. If you add a GPIB/HPIB card to your computer and install the drivers, you can download the demo version of HTBasic and actually run the code samples in the users manual. Also download the KE5FX GPIB tools software package that will let you send and receive commands to and from your counter. If you go further and download TimeLab, you can use this counter to produce Allen Deviation plots, however having the 10811 oven oscillator installed is a must.

[@VintageElectronicsGeek]

You can find all the service / manuals here: bit.ly/2Hy2vIY ~Jack, VEG

[@valentinashappyfunshow3279]

How do I change the address?

[@bobweiss8682]

The 5334A uses a completely different main board assembly, with the optional features (1.3 GHz C channel, DVM) on plug-in modules. The 5334B was a "cost reduced" version, that will have some sections of the board left unpopulated if various options are not installed. Your unit is also lacking the high stability timebase (OCXO) option, which installs into the edge connector you point out at 6:55.

[@VintageElectronicsGeek]

Wow, very nice counter! ~Jack, VEG

[@Phil8sheo]

I subbed to your channel and will be checking out your videos. I have the opportunity to get this exact counter and an HP 651B Oscillator all for $100. Is it worth it even if I don't necessarily have an immediate need for such vintage electronics? I am into psu repair and other small projects. Thanks Jack.

[@Phil8sheo]

A guy in my city is selling one of these exact models and also an HP 651B Oscillator for $100 total. I am into electronics and enjoy power supply repairing, but unsure what I would even use these for. Is it a good deal that I should probably take?

[@DaveElectronics]

Hi, for 100$ I would take them (if they work).. here in Europe hewlett packard test equipment is usually very expensive, so for me 100$ is a good deal even just for the counter or just for the oscillator! :) Anyway i suggest you to invest money on things that you are sure you’ll use.. like a good oscilloscope, multimeter, esr meter (very useful), etc.. Dave