The Tektronix CSA8000B is a high-performance Communications Signal Analyzer, designed for equivalent-time sampling, signal integrity analysis, and optical/electrical transmitter compliance testing. It features a modular architecture that accepts up to four acquisition modules, providing up to eight channels, making it a standard platform for high-speed network and telecom testing.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | LAN (10/100 Base-T), GPIB (IEEE-488.2), 2x USB Host, RS-232-C Serial (DB-9), Centronics Parallel (DB-25), VGA Video Out, PS/2 Keyboard, PS/2 Mouse, PCMCIA Type II Slot |
| Display | 10.4-inch (264 mm) color active-matrix TFT LCD, 640 x 480 resolution, with resistive touchscreen |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 10 to 40 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 457 mm × 343 mm × 419 mm |
| Weight | 21 kg (without modules) |
Vertical System (Module Dependent)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Module Slots | 4 slots for acquisition modules (optical or electrical) |
| Maximum Acquisition Channels | 8 channels (using dual-channel electrical modules) |
| Vertical Resolution | 14 bits |
Horizontal System (Timebase)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Timebase Range | 2 ps/div to 5 ms/div |
| Timebase Resolution | 10 fs |
| Record Lengths | 50, 100, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, 4000 samples |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 200 kS/s |
| Timebase Jitter (Typical) | < 1.2 ps RMS (standard timebase) |
| Timebase Jitter (with Phase Reference Module) | < 200 fs RMS (using 82A04 module) |
| Sweep Modes | Continuous, Single Sequence |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sources | External Direct, External Prescaled, Internal Clock |
| External Direct Trigger Frequency Range | DC to 3.0 GHz |
| External Prescaled Trigger Frequency Range | 2.0 GHz to 12.5 GHz |
| Trigger Direct Input Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Trigger Direct Connector Type | SMA Female |
| Trigger Direct Input Range | -1.0 V to +1.0 V |
| Trigger Direct Damage Level | ±2.0 V |
| Trigger Direct Sensitivity (DC to 3 GHz) | 100 mV p-p |
| Trigger Prescaler Sensitivity (2 to 12.5 GHz) | 200 mV p-p to 800 mV p-p |
| Trigger Jitter (Direct, Typical) | < 1.3 ps RMS |
| Trigger Jitter (Prescaled, Typical) | < 2.0 ps RMS |
| Direct Trigger Level Range | -1.0 V to +1.0 V |
| Gated Trigger Input Level | Disable: TTL high (2.0 to 5.0 V); Enable: TTL low (0.0 to 0.8 V) |
| Gated Trigger Connector Type | BNC female |
| Gated Trigger Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Trigger Prescaler Connector Type | SMA female |
Reference Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Reference Clock Output | 10 MHz |
| Internal Reference Clock Output Amplitude | 1 V p-p into 50 ohms |
| External Reference Clock Input | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Input Amplitude Range | 100 mV p-p to 5 V p-p |
| External Reference Input Impedance | 50 ohms |
System Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional |
| Processor Class | Intel Pentium IV |
| Removable Media | 3.5-inch 1.44 MB Floppy Drive |
Measurement & Analysis Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical Standards Supported | OC-3/STM-1, OC-12/STM-4, OC-48/STM-16, OC-192/STM-64, 10G Base-W/R, Fibre Channel, InfiniBand |
| Mask Testing | Standard ITU-T, ANSI T1.102, IEEE 802.3, Fibre Channel, InfiniBand masks with margin testing |
| Vertical Histograms | Yes (with database depth > 2^31 samples) |
| Horizontal Histograms | Yes (with database depth > 2^31 samples) |
| Automatic Parametric Measurements | 28 standard measurements including Jitter, Noise, Rise/Fall Time, Amplitude, Period, RMS |
| Math Functions | Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, FFT, User-defined equations |
Physical & Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity Range | 20% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20 to +60 °C |
| Operating Altitude | 3,000 m (9,843 ft) |
| Non-operating Altitude | 12,000 m (39,370 ft) |
Standards & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | UL 3111-1, CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1, EN 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | 89/336/EEC, FCC Part 15 Class A, EN 61326-1 |
System Compatibility
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Modules | Tektronix 80C00 Series Optical, 80E00 Series Electrical, and 80A00 Series Application modules |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Acquisition Modes | Sample, Average, Envelope |
| Waveform Database Depth | 32-bit (up to 4 Gsamples) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Random Vibration (Operating) | 0.22 G RMS, 5 to 500 Hz |
| Random Vibration (Non-Operating) | 2.28 G RMS, 5 to 500 Hz |
| Mechanical Shock (Non-Operating) | 30 G, half-sine, 11 ms duration |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Display Port | DB-15 (VGA) |
| Parallel Port | DB-25 (Centronics) |
| Serial Ports | One DB-9 (RS-232-C) |
| Keyboard and Mouse Ports | Two PS/2 (6-pin mini-DIN) |
| Audio Ports | Line-in, Line-out, and Mic-in (3.5 mm jacks) |
Technology
Digital Sampling Oscilloscope / Communications Signal Analyzer
Applications
High-Speed Optical and Electrical Serial Compliance Testing, Signal Integrity, Jitter and Noise Analysis
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