The Keysight (Agilent/HP) 54502A is a classic 400 MHz digitizing oscilloscope designed for both repetitive and single-shot waveform analysis. Featuring two channels, a 400 MSa/s real-time sample rate, and comprehensive HP-IB programmability, it delivers robust and reliable signal analysis for legacy electronic design, manufacturing test, and maintenance environments.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
Display9-inch monochrome CRT (raster scan)

Physical

ParameterValue
Operating Temperature0 to +55 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)425.4 mm W × 194.3 mm H × 355.6 mm D
Weight10.0 kg

Vertical System

ParameterValue
Number of Channels2
Analog Bandwidth (-3 dB)400 MHz (repetitive), 100 MHz (single-shot)
Calculated Rise Time875 ps
Vertical Resolution8 bits (up to 12 bits with averaging)
Input CouplingAC, DC
Input Impedance1 MΩ (±1%) or 50 Ω (±1%)
Input Capacitance~7 pF
Maximum Input Voltage (1 MΩ)±250 V (DC + peak AC)
Maximum Input Voltage (50 Ω)5 V rms
DC Gain Accuracy±1.25% of full scale
DC Offset Range±2 V to ±250 V (sensitivity-dependent)

Acquisition System

ParameterValue
Maximum Real-Time Sample Rate400 MSa/s
Maximum Record Length501 points per channel
Single-shot Bandwidth100 MHz
Waveform Storage4 non-volatile memories, 2 volatile pixel memories

Trigger System

ParameterValue
Trigger SourcesChannel 1, Channel 2, External, Line
Trigger ModesAuto, Triggered, Single
Trigger CouplingAC, DC, LF Reject, HF Reject, Noise Reject
Trigger Level Range (External)±2 V or ±20 V (range dependent)
External Trigger Input Impedance1 MΩ (±1%) or 50 Ω (±1%)

Measurements & Analysis

ParameterValue
Automated Voltage MeasurementsVpp, Vmax, Vmin, Vtop, Vbase, Vamp, Vavg, Vrms
Automated Time MeasurementsFrequency, Period, Width (+/-), Rise Time, Fall Time, Duty Cycle, Delay
Cursor Measurement TypesVoltage, Time

Physical Characteristics

ParameterValue
Form FactorBenchtop with tilt stand

Technology

Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO)

Applications

Electronic circuit design, general-purpose laboratory testing, component characterization, and legacy system maintenance