TDS3000C Series Oscilloscopes
TDS3012C • TDS3014C • TDS3032C • TDS3034C • TDS3052C • TDS3054C
Features & Benefits
Key Performance Specifications
- 100 MHz, 300 MHz, and 500 MHz Bandwidth Models
- 2 or 4 Channels
- Sample Rates up to 5 GS/s Real-time on All Channels
- 10 k Standard Record Length on All Channels
- 3,600 wfms/s Continuous Waveform Capture Rate
- Suite of Advanced Triggers
Ease of Use Features
- Front Panel USB Host Port for Easy Storage and Transfer of Measurement Data
- 25 Automatic Measurements
- FFT Standard
- Multiple Language User Interface
- WaveAlert® Automatic Waveform Anomaly Detection
- TekProbe® Interface Supports Active, Differential and Current Probes for Automatic Scaling and Units
Portable Design
- Lightweight Design (only 7 lbs / 3.2 kg) for Easy Transport
- Optional Internal Battery Operation Provides Up to Three Hours Without Line Power
Application Modules for Specialized Analysis
- Advanced Analysis Module
- Limit Testing Module
- Telecommunications Mask Testing Module
- Extended Video Module
- 601 Serial Digital Video Module
Applications
- Digital Design and Debug
- Video Installation and Service
- Power Supply Design
- Education and Training
- Telecommunications Mask Testing
- Manufacturing Test
- General Bench Testing
Performance You Need at a Price You Can Afford
Performance in an Affordable Package
The TDS3000C Series digital phosphor oscilloscopes (DPO) provide you with the performance you need at a price you can afford. Bandwidths range from 100 MHz to 500 MHz, with up to 5 GS/s sample rates for accurate representation of your signal.
DPOs Provide a Greater Level of Insight into Complex Signals
To solve a problem, first you need to see it. The TDS3000C Series combines 3,600 wfms/s continuous waveform capture rate and real-time intensity grading so you can see the problem and solve it.
Fast waveform capture rates on a continuous basis save time by quickly revealing the nature of faults so advanced triggers can be applied to isolate them.
Real-time intensity grading highlights the details about the history of a signal’s activity, making it easier to understand the characteristics of the waveforms you’ve captured. Unlike other comparable oscilloscopes, the history remains even after the acquisition is stopped.
Quickly Debug and Characterize Signals with DRT Sampling Technology and sin(x)/x Interpolation
The TDS3000C Series combines unique digital real-time (DRT) sampling technology with sin(x)/x interpolation to allow you to accurately characterize a wide range of signal types on all channels simultaneously. With the TDS3000C Series there is no change in sampling rate when additional channels are turned on, unlike other comparable oscilloscopes. This sampling technology makes it possible to capture high-frequency information, such as glitches and edge anomalies, that elude other oscilloscopes in its class, while sin(x)/x interpolation ensures precise reconstruction of each waveform.
Easy Set-Up and Use
When working under tight deadlines, you need your oscilloscope to be intuitive; you want to minimize time spent learning and re-learning how to use it. The TDS3000C Series oscilloscopes help reduce your learning curve. Simple navigation and dedicated front panel controls get you to where you want to be quickly, so that you spend less time learning and more time on the task at hand.
Simple Documentation and Analysis
The TDS3000C Series comes equipped with a USB host port so you can easily store and transfer measurement information to your PC.
OpenChoice® PC Communication Software allows you to simply pull screen images and waveform data into a stand-alone desktop application or directly into Microsoft Word and Excel.
To complement OpenChoice, National Instruments LabVIEW SignalExpress™ Tektronix Edition Software provides you with extended capabilities including advanced analysis, data logging, remote instrument control and live waveform analysis.
If you prefer not to use a PC for analysis, the TDS3000C Series comes standard with 25automatic measurements, waveform add, subtract, divide, and multiply math functions, and Fast Fourier Transform (FFT). Unlike other comparable oscilloscopes, the TDS3000C Series math and measurement allows you to use the full acquisition record length or isolate a specific occurrence within an acquisition.
Instrument Control
Utilizing the built-in Ethernet port, e*Scope web-based remote control allows you to a control TDS3000C Series oscilloscope from anywhere, using the Internet and your PC.
Work Where you Need to
The TDS3000C Series packs the power of a DPO in a compact design that is only 5.9 in. (149 mm) deep, freeing up valuable bench-top space. And when you need to move your oscilloscope to another lab, its portable 7 lbs (3.2 kg) design makes for easy transport.
If your work demands even more mobility, then the optional battery pack will give you up to three hours of operation without line power.
Characteristics
TDS3000C Series Electrical Characteristics
|
TDS3012C |
TDS3014C |
TDS3032C |
TDS3034C |
TDS3052C |
TDS3054C |
Bandwidth |
100 MHz |
100 MHz |
300 MHz |
300 MHz |
500 MHz |
500 MHz |
Calculated Rise Time (typical) |
3.5 ns |
3.5 ns |
1.2 ns |
1.2 ns |
0.7 ns |
0.7 ns |
Input Channels |
2 |
4 |
2 |
4 |
2 |
4 |
External Trigger Input |
Included on all models |
Sample Rate on each channel |
1.25 GS/s |
1.25 GS/s |
2.5 GS/s |
2.5 GS/s |
5 GS/s |
5 GS/s |
Record Length |
10 k points |
Vertical Resolution |
9 bits |
Vertical Sensitivity, 1MΩ |
1 mV/div to 10 V/div |
Vertical Sensitivity, 50Ω |
1 mV/div to 1 V/div |
Input Coupling |
AC, DC, GND |
Input Impedance |
1 MΩ in parallel with 13 pF or 50 Ω |
DC Gain Accuracy |
+2% |
Maximum Input Voltage, 1MΩ |
150 VRMS with peaks at < 400 V |
Maximum Input Voltage, 50Ω |
5 VRMS with peaks at < 30 V |
Position Range |
+ 5 div |
Bandwidth Limit |
20 MHz |
20 MHz |
20 MHz, 150 MHz |
20 MHz, 150 MHz |
20 MHz, 150 MHz |
20 MHz, 150 MHz |
Time Base Range |
4 ns to 10 s |
4 ns to 10 s |
2 ns to 10 s |
2 ns to 10 s |
1 ns to 10 s |
1 ns to 10 s |
Time Base Accuracy |
+20 ppm over any 1 ms time interval |
Input/Output Interfaces |
Ethernet Port |
RJ-45 connector, supports 10Base-T LAN |
USB Port |
Front-panel USB 2.0 host port
Supports USB flash drive |
GPIB Port |
Full talk/listen modes, setting and measurements
(Optional with TDS3GV Communications Module) |
RS-232-C Port |
DB-9 male connector, full talk/listen modes; control of all modes, settings and measurements
Baud rates up to 38,400
(Optional with TDS3GV Communications Module) |
VGA Video Port |
DB-15 female connector, monitor output for direct display on large VGA-equipped monitors
(Optional with TDS3GV Communications Module) |
External Trigger Input |
BNC connector, input impedence > 1 MΩ in parallel with 17 pF; max input voltage is 150 VRMS |
Acquisition Modes |
DPO |
Captures and displays complex waveforms, random events and subtle patterns in actual signal behavior. DPOs provide 3 dimensions of signal information in real time: Amplitude, time and the distribution of amplitude over time. |
Peak Detect |
High frequency and random glitch capture. Captures glitches as narrow as 1 ns (typical) using acquisition hardware at all time base settings. |
WaveAlert® |
Monitors the incoming signals on all channels and alerts the user to any waveform that deviates from the normal waveform being acquired. |
Sample |
Sample data only |
Average |
Waveform averaged, selectable from 2 to 512 |
Envelope |
Min-max values acquired over one or more acquisitions |
Single Sequence |
Use the Single Sequence button to capture a single triggered acquisition sequence at a time |
Trigger System |
Main Trigger Modes |
Auto (supports Roll Mode for 40 ms/div and slower), Normal, Single Sequence |
B Trigger |
Trigger after time or events |
Trigger After Time Range |
13.2 ns to 50 s |
Trigger After Events Range |
1 to 9,999,999 events |
Trigger Types |
|
Edge |
Conventional level-driven trigger. Positive or negative slope on any channel. Coupling selections: AC, DC, Noise Reject, HF Reject, LF Reject. |
Video |
Trigger on all lines or individual lines, odd/even or all fields on NTSC, PAL, SECAM |
Extended Video |
Trigger on specific lines in broadcast and non-broadcast (custom) standards and on analog HDTV formats (1080i, 1080p, 720p, 480p). Requires TDS3VID or TDS3SDI application module. |
Pulse Width
(or Glitch) |
Trigger on a pulse width <, >, =, ≠ to a selectable time limit ranging from 39.6 ns to 50 s |
Runt |
Trigger on a pulse that crosses one threshold but fails to cross a second threshold before crossing the first again |
Slew Rate |
Trigger on pulse edge rates that are either faster or slower than a set rate. Edges can be rising, falling or either. |
Pattern |
Specifies AND, OR, NAND, NOR when true or false for a specific time |
State |
Any logic state. Triggerable on rising or falling edge of a clock. Logic triggers can be used on combinations of 2 inputs (not 4). |
Comm |
Provides isolated pulse triggering required to perform DS1/DS3 telecommunications mask testing per ANSI T1.102 standard. Requires TDS3TMT application module. |
Alternate |
Sequentially uses each active channel as a trigger source |
Waveform Measurements |
Cursors |
Amplitude, Time |
Automatic Measurements |
Display any four measurements from any combination of waveforms. Or display all measurements with measurement snapshot feature. Measurements include Period, Frequency, +Width, -Width, Rise time, Fall time, +Duty cycle, -Duty cycle, +Overshoot, High, Low, Max, Min, Peak-to-peak, Amplitude, Mean, Cycle mean, RMS, Cycle RMS, Burst width, Delay, Phase, Area*1, Cycle Area*1 |
Measurement Statistics |
Mean, Min, Max, Standard deviation. Requires TDS3AAM application module. |
Thresholds |
User-definable thresholds for automatic measurements; settable in percent or voltage |
Gating |
Isolate a specific occurrence within an acquisition to take measurements, using either the screen or cursors |
Waveform Math |
Arithmetic |
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide waveforms |
FFT |
Spectral magnitude. Set FFT vertical scale to Linear RMS or dBV RMS, and FFT window to Rectangular, Hamming, Hanning, or Blackman-Harris. |
Advanced Math*1 |
Integrate, Differentiate, Define extensive algebraic expressions including analog waveforms, math functions, scalars, up to two user-adjustable variables and results of parametric measurements. For example: (Intg (Ch1-Mean(Ch1)) x 1.414 x VAR1).
Note: Requires TDS3AAM application module. |
Waveform Processing |
Autoset |
Single-button, automatic setup of all channels for vertical, horizontal and trigger systems, with undo autoset |
Deskew |
Channel-to-channel deskew +10 ns may be manually entered for better timing measurements and more accurate math waveforms |
Display Characteristics |
Display Type |
6.5 in. (165.1 mm) liquid crystal TFT color display |
Display Resolution |
640 horizontal x 480 vertical pixels (VGA) |
Interpolation |
Sin(x)/x |
Waveform styles |
Dots, vectors, variable persistence, infinite persistence |
Graticules |
Full, grid, cross-hair and frame. NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and vectorscope (100% and 75% color bars) with optional TDS3VID or TDS3SDI application modules |
Format |
YT, XY, and Gated XYZ (XY with Z-axis blanking available on 4-channel instruments only) |
Power Source |
AC line power |
|
Source voltage |
100 VRMS to 240 VRMS +10% |
Source frequency |
45 Hz to 440 Hz from 100 V to 120 V
45 Hz to 66 Hz from 120 V to 240V |
Power consumption |
75 W maximum |
Battery power |
Requires TDS3BATC, rechargeable lithium ion battery pack |
Operating time, typical |
3 hours |
Environmental and Safety |
|
Operating |
Non-operating |
Temperature |
0 ºC to +50 ºC |
-40 ºC to +71 ºC |
Humidity |
Operating and Non-operating: up to 95% RH at or below +30 ºC
Operating and Non-operating: up to 45% RH +30 ºC up to +50 ºC |
Altitude |
To 3,000 m |
15,000 m |
Electromagnetic Compatibility |
Meets or exceeds EN61326 Class A, Annex D radiated and conducted emissions and immunity; EN6100-3-2 AC Powerline Harmonic Emissions; EN6100-3-3 Voltage Changes, Fluctuation, and Flicker; FCC 47 CFR, Part 15, Subpart B, Class A; Australian EMC framework. |
Safety |
UL61010B-1, CSA1010.1, IEC61010-1, EN61010-1 |
Physical Characteristics |
Instrument |
Dimensions |
mm |
in. |
Width |
375.0 |
14.8 |
Height |
176.0 |
6.9 |
Depth |
149.0 |
5.9 |
Weight |
kg |
lbs. |
Instrument only |
3.2 |
7.0 |
with accessories |
4.5 |
9.8 |
Instrument Shipping |
Package Dimensions |
mm |
in. |
Width |
502.0 |
19.8 |
Height |
375.0 |
14.8 |
Depth |
369.0 |
14.5 |
Rackmount (RM3000) |
Dimension |
mm |
in. |
Width |
484.0 |
19.0 |
Height |
178.0 |
7.0 |
Depth |
152.0 |
6.0 |
*1 Requires TDS3AAM application module
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