The Keysight (Agilent) 54624A is a 4-channel, 100 MHz digital storage oscilloscope from the popular 54600 Series. Offering a cost-effective, deep-memory troubleshooting solution, it features 2 MB of patented MegaZoom memory per channel and a 200 MSa/s sampling rate. It includes serial triggering capabilities for I2C, SPI, CAN, and USB, an integrated 5-digit frequency counter, and a high-definition monochrome display with 1000 levels of intensity for superior waveform visualization.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | RS-232, Parallel printer port (standard); GPIB (optional via module) |
| Display | 7-inch monochrome raster-scan CRT with 32 levels of intensity |
| Command Language | SCPI |
| Real-Time Clock | Built-in (tracks time and date for file saving) |
| Calibration Interval | 1 year |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 - 240 V AC (±10%), 47 - 440 Hz, 100 VA max |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 322 mm × 172 mm × 317 mm |
| Weight | 4.9 kg |
Vertical System (Analog Channels)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analog Bandwidth | 100 MHz |
| Number of Channels | 4 |
| Calculated Rise Time | ~3.5 ns |
| Input Coupling | AC, DC, Ground |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ ±1% || ~14 pF |
| Vertical Resolution | 8 bits |
| Sensitivity Range | 2 mV/div to 5 V/div |
| DC Gain Accuracy | ±2% |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 400 V (DC + peak AC) |
| Channel-to-Channel Isolation | >= 40 dB at 100 MHz |
| Offset Range | ±2 V to ±200 V (range dependent) |
Horizontal System (Timebase)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Timebase Range | 5 ns/div to 50 s/div |
| Timebase Accuracy | ±0.005% (50 ppm) |
| Horizontal Delay Range | Pre-trigger: 1 million points or 500 s, whichever is smaller; Post-trigger: 500 s |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Real-Time Sample Rate | 200 MSa/s |
| Maximum Memory Depth | 2 MB per channel |
| MegaZoom Technology | Ensures responsive deep memory acquisition with instant horizontal pan and zoom |
| Acquisition Modes | Normal, Peak Detect, Averaging |
| Peak Detection | Glitch capture down to 5 ns |
| Averaging | Selectable from 2 to 16384 |
| Waveform Update Rate | Up to 25 million vectors/sec |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sources | Ch 1, 2, 3, 4, Line |
| Trigger Modes | Auto, Normal, Single |
| Trigger Coupling | AC, DC, LF Reject, HF Reject, Noise Reject |
| Trigger Holdoff Range | 60 ns to 10 s |
| Trigger Sensitivity | 0.35 div or 3.5 mV (DC to 100 MHz) |
| Pulse Width Triggering | Trigger on pulse width <, >, or = to specified time (20 ns to 10 s) |
| Pattern/State Triggering | Standard pattern trigger across channels |
| Video/TV Triggering | NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and generic video |
| Serial Triggering | I²C, SPI, CAN, USB |
| Integrated Frequency Counter | 5-digit, up to 100 MHz |
| Trigger Level Range | ±8 divisions from screen center |
Waveform Measurements and Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic Voltage Measurements | Vpp, Vmax, Vmin, Vtop, Vbase, Vamp, Vavg, Vrms |
| Automatic Time Measurements | Frequency, Period, +Width, -Width, Duty Cycle, Rise time, Fall time |
| Waveform Math Functions | Addition, subtraction, multiplication, FFT |
| FFT Window Types | Hanning, Flat Top, Rectangular |
| Cursor Measurements | Manual, Track, Auto-measurements (dV, dt, 1/dt) |
Display and User Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Type | 7-inch monochrome raster-scan CRT with MegaZoom high-definition technology |
| Display Resolution | 500 × 240 pixels |
| Graticule | 8 × 10 divisions |
| Waveform Persistence | Off, infinite |
Storage and File Systems
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Removable Media Support | 3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive (1.44 MB) |
| Supported File Formats | CSV, TIF, BMP, Setup (.stp), Waveform (.wfm) |
| Setup Storage Registers | 3 setups |
| Waveform Storage Registers | 3 waveforms |
Power and Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Line Voltage Range | 100 V to 240 V AC (±10%) |
| Line Frequency Range | 47 Hz to 440 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 100 VA max |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +70 °C |
| Operating Humidity | Up to 95% RH at 40 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4,600 m (15,000 ft) |
Compliance and Standards
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Certifications | CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1, EN 61010-1 / IEC 1010-1 |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) | EN 55011 Group 1 Class A, EN 50082-1 |
Vertical System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth Limit | 20 MHz (selectable) |
| Common Mode Rejection | 20 dB at 50 MHz (using 10:1 probe) |
Horizontal System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Timebase Modes | Main, Delayed, Roll, XY |
| XY Phase Difference | ±3 degrees at 100 kHz |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Parallel Printer Port | Standard, Centronics female (25-pin) |
| RS-232 Serial Port | Standard, 9-pin D-sub male, up to 57.6 kbps |
| GPIB Interface Option | Available via N2757A GPIB module |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Non-Operating Altitude | 15,240 m (50,000 ft) |
Measurements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Simultaneous Auto-Measurements | Up to 4 measurements displayed |
| Frequency Counter Resolution | 5 digits |