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4002A

DiscontinuedProduced 1969–Tektronix 4002A family
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The Tektronix 4002A is a computer terminal introduced in 1971 as an updated version of the Tektronix 4002. The 4002A combines a storage tube with circuitry to decode instructions from a host computer and turn those into control inputs. The 4002A was supplanted by the 4010 series starting in 1972.[1]

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What it is

The Tektronix 4002A was introduced in 1971 as an updated version of the earlier 4002 model.[1]

What do the numbers mean?

Control & software1

Type
Computer terminal[1]
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Configuration & options2

Manufacturer
Tektronix[1]
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Display technology
Storage tube[1]
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Vintage & configurations

  1. 1969Production start[1]

    Introduced the original Tektronix 4002, of which the 4002A is an update.

  2. 1971Production start[1]

    Introduced the Tektronix 4002A.

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Frequently asked questions

Who manufactured the Tektronix 4002A?

The Tektronix 4002A was manufactured by Tektronix.[1]

When was the Tektronix 4002A introduced?

The Tektronix 4002A was introduced in 1971.[1]

What model preceded the Tektronix 4002A?

The Tektronix 4002A was preceded by the 4002, which was introduced in 1969.[1]

Did the Tektronix 4002A require a host adaptor?

Yes, the Tektronix 4002A required a separate host adaptor for connection to a computer.[1]

Not publicly documented

The following facts about the 4002A are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.

  • No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the 4002A are on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM product catalog or an engineer who ordered or specified the tool

  • The control-system platform and OS era of the 4002A are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the 4002A are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the 4002A is not on record.

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  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the 4002A are on record.

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Sources & citations

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  1. [1]en.wikipedia.org — en.wikipedia.orgen.wikipedia.org
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