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Tektronix WFM7200 LPS122 Power Supply Failure and Replacement Part

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LPS 122 POWER SUPPLY TEKTRONIX WFM7200

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Direct answer to the question

If by “LPS 122 power supply Tektronix WFM7200” you mean the internal PSU used in the WFM7200, the safest identification is:

  • Original WFM7200 power supply: Tektronix part 119-7522-00. Official service information describes it as a 130 W open-frame AC-DC supply with 90–264 VAC input and outputs of +5 V at 26 A, +12 V at 0.5 A, and +5 V standby at 0.5 A. (telestream.net)
  • The generic Astec/Artesyn LPS122 belongs to the LPS120 series and is fundamentally a 5 V main-output supply family with 12 V fan output, 5 V standby, and control pins such as remote inhibit and power fail. (docs.rs-online.com)
  • Do not assume any generic “LPS122” is a drop-in replacement for the WFM7200. The monitor uses specific line/load/load-control cabling, and Telestream’s later replacement instructions specify a different replacement kit and even note a reversed AC line connector orientation on the newer supply. (telestream.net)

Detailed problem analysis

The key technical point is that the WFM7200 main PSU is not just a generic single-output board swap. The instrument’s service documentation shows that the monitor’s primary supply architecture includes:

This matters because some sample answers incorrectly suggest rails such as -12 V coming directly from the main PSU. For the WFM7200, that is not how the instrument is documented. The service manual states that the main supply provides the three rails above, while the other required voltages are created downstream on the boards. It explicitly lists secondary rails on the main board such as 3.3 V, 2.5 V, 1.5 V, 1.0 V, +5 VA, -5 VA, and 1.2 V, and additional rails on audio-related boards. (manualzilla.com)

From a power-system perspective, this is a typical broadcast-instrument architecture:

  • The PSU delivers a high-current 5 V backbone rail.
  • Local converters/regulators on the main board generate the lower digital rails.
  • Standby logic remains alive from +5 V standby.
  • The +12 V rail supports auxiliary functions such as fan or related support circuitry. (manualzilla.com)

The Astec/Artesyn LPS120 family strongly resembles the original Tek supply electrically. The LPS120 datasheet shows:

  • 85–264 VAC input
  • 80 W convection / 130 W with 30 CFM forced air
  • 5 V standby at 500 mA
  • 12 V fan output at 500 mA
  • remote inhibit
  • power fail
  • For the LPS122 variant, 5 V main output, 16 A convection, 26 A forced-air, and 29 A peak. (docs.rs-online.com)

That aligns closely with the Tektronix part description for 119-7522-00, which is why repair houses often associate the WFM7200 supply with an Astec LPS122-type unit. However, official Tek/Telestream documentation identifies the part by the Tektronix part number, not by the generic family number alone. (telestream.net)

A second important point is that Telestream later issued updated power-supply replacement instructions for the WFM/WVR 7200/8200/8300 family. In that document, the replacement kit contains:

  • P00010704 power supply
  • P00010671 load cable
  • P00010573 load-control cable (telestream.net)

The same instructions state that the new supply’s line connector is reversed, so line and neutral must be swapped at the AC line filter during installation. That is a strong indicator that replacement is not merely a matter of matching nominal voltage. Connector orientation, control wiring, and mechanical installation all matter. (telestream.net)

So, engineering-wise, the correct conclusion is:

  1. The original WFM7200 PSU is a Tek-specific assembly, officially 119-7522-00. (telestream.net)
  2. It is electrically related to the Astec LPS122/LPS120 family, but the instrument integration details are critical. (docs.rs-online.com)
  3. For a reliable repair, you should source by Tek/Telestream part number or approved replacement kit, not by the generic “LPS122” label alone. (telestream.net)

Current information and trends

As of April 21, 2026, Telestream is still publishing a current WFM/WVR 7200/8200/8300 power-supply replacement instruction document, and that document points to a replacement kit approach rather than field-level redesign. (telestream.net)

The currently documented replacement path includes:

  • P00010704 replacement power supply
  • new load and load-control cables
  • installation precautions regarding connector orientation and chassis isolation. (telestream.net)

From an engineering maintenance standpoint, this suggests that the supported service model for these legacy broadcast instruments has shifted toward module replacement rather than component-level board repair, even though capacitor-level repair is still feasible in a qualified bench environment. This is an inference based on the published replacement-kit documentation and standard service practice for aging open-frame SMPS units. (telestream.net)

Supporting explanations and details

If your WFM7200 is dead or not starting, the official troubleshooting flow is very useful:

  • The main +5 V output should measure 4.80 V to 5.25 V at J22. (manualzilla.com)
  • If the main output is zero, check the AC path, then check +5 V standby at J25 pin 2. (manualzilla.com)
  • If standby is present but the unit still will not start, check the power-supply inhibit line at J25 pin 5 and then the front-panel power-control path. (manualzilla.com)

Board indicators also help narrow the fault:

  • DS19 green LED: some 5 V is present.
  • DS5 red LED: fused +5 V low.
  • DS6 red LED: +3.3 V low.
  • DS7 red LED: +1.5 V low. (manualzilla.com)

This means the power fault may be in one of three places:

  1. Primary PSU failure
    No +5 V main and possibly no +5 V standby. (manualzilla.com)

  2. Distribution/fuse failure on the main board
    PSU output is correct, but one of the downstream fused paths is open. The manual specifically says to check the eight 5 V fuses near the main board power connector if the main PSU voltage is correct. (manualzilla.com)

  3. Power-control/front-panel logic failure
    Standby is present, but the inhibit/start logic does not enable the main outputs. (manualzilla.com)

Ethical and legal aspects

This repair has real safety implications:

  • The WFM7200 service manual says servicing instructions are intended for qualified personnel. (manualzilla.com)
  • Telestream’s replacement instructions warn that dangerous voltages may be present and require disconnecting the AC cord before work. (telestream.net)
  • The same instructions require ESD precautions and specifically warn not to remove the plastic insulation sheet under the power supply, because it is needed to keep the PSU electrically isolated from the chassis. (telestream.net)
  • The replacement instructions also call for proper disposal according to local regulations. (telestream.net)

So from a compliance and safety standpoint, a generic bench substitution that ignores insulation, creepage, grounding, or line/neutral orientation is not acceptable.

Practical guidelines

If your goal is repair or replacement, I recommend this sequence:

  • Step 1: Identify the installed part number on the PSU label.
    If it says 119-7522-00, that is the official original Tek part reference. (telestream.net)

  • Step 2: Measure standby first.
    Check J25 pin 2 for +5 V standby before assuming the entire instrument is dead. (manualzilla.com)

  • Step 3: Measure the main rail at J22.
    If J22 is in the 4.80–5.25 V range, the PSU may be fine and the fault may be downstream. (manualzilla.com)

  • Step 4: Check the 5 V fuse bank and status LEDs.
    This can distinguish PSU failure from main-board distribution failure. (manualzilla.com)

  • Step 5: If replacing the PSU, prefer the documented Tek/Telestream replacement path.
    The newer kit includes the correct cables and installation instructions, including the line/neutral reversal note. (telestream.net)

  • Step 6: Do not buy a plain LPS122 board only on voltage/current similarity.
    You must verify:

    • physical footprint
    • connector types
    • control-pin functions
    • standby behavior
    • remote inhibit logic
    • chassis insulation requirements. (docs.rs-online.com)

Possible disclaimers or additional notes

There is some naming ambiguity here:

  • “LPS122” by itself usually refers to the Astec/Artesyn/Emerson LPS120-series 5 V model. (docs.rs-online.com)
  • In WFM7200 service documentation, the supply is identified officially as Tektronix 119-7522-00. (telestream.net)
  • Some third-party repair vendors explicitly map LPS122 to Tek 119-7522-00, which supports the practical association, but that is not the same as an official universal interchange statement. (unidec.com)

Therefore, if you are ordering parts, the phrase “LPS122 for WFM7200” is useful for searching, but the Tek/Telestream part number is the safer procurement reference. (telestream.net)

Suggestions for further research

If you want to continue this properly, the next high-value checks are:

  • photograph the PSU label and connector side
  • identify whether your unit has the original 119-7522-00 or a later replacement
  • measure:
    • J22 main +5 V
    • J25 standby +5 V
    • J25 inhibit line
  • inspect whether the instrument already has the later replacement cabling described in the Telestream instructions. (manualzilla.com)

If needed, I can help you with a pin-by-pin compatibility check between the installed WFM7200 PSU and an Astec/Artesyn LPS122-family board.

Brief summary

The Tektronix WFM7200 uses an internal PSU officially documented as Tek part 119-7522-00, not merely “an LPS122.” It is a 90–264 VAC, 130 W open-frame supply with +5 V main, +12 V auxiliary, and +5 V standby outputs. The generic Astec/Artesyn LPS122 is closely related electrically, but mechanical fit, standby/control wiring, and safety isolation make interchange nontrivial. Telestream’s later documented solution is a replacement kit using P00010704 plus new cables, not a blind generic PSU swap. (telestream.net)

If you want, send me a photo of the PSU label or the exact failure symptom, and I will give you a targeted repair/replacement decision tree for your specific WFM7200.

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