The Tektronix MSO46B is a 4 Series B Mixed Signal Oscilloscope featuring 6 FlexChannel inputs, a 13.3-inch Full HD capacitive touch display, and a highly responsive, modern user interface. Engineered for versatile, multi-channel embedded systems analysis, it combines analog and digital analysis with exceptional vertical resolution and performance.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 13.3-inch (338 mm) liquid-crystal TFT color display, Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, capacitive touch |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 V AC ±10% (50 to 60 Hz), 115 V AC ±10% (400 Hz); 400 W maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 450 mm x 249 mm x 155 mm |
| Weight | 7.3 |
Vertical System - Analog Channels
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Analog Channels | 6 FlexChannel inputs |
| Analog Bandwidth (-3 dB) | 200 MHz, 350 MHz, 500 MHz, 1 GHz, or 1.5 GHz (option dependent) |
| Hardware Bandwidth Limits | 20 MHz, 250 MHz (option dependent) |
| Vertical Resolution | 12 bits ADC (up to 16 bits in High Res mode) |
| Input Sensitivity Range (1 MΩ) | 500 μV/div to 10 V/div |
| Input Sensitivity Range (50 Ω) | 1 mV/div to 1 V/div |
| Maximum Input Voltage (1 MΩ) | 300 VRMS CAT II, with peaks ≤ ±425 V |
| Maximum Input Voltage (50 Ω) | 5 VRMS, with peaks ≤ ±20 V |
| Input Coupling | DC, AC |
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω ± 1%, 1 MΩ ± 1% with 13.0 pF ± 1.5 pF |
Vertical System - Digital Channels
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Digital Channels | Up to 48 (8 per FlexChannel using TLP058 probes) |
| Digital Threshold Grouping | Individual threshold per channel |
| Maximum Input Toggle Rate | 500 MHz |
| Input Impedance (Digital Probe) | 100 kΩ || 3.0 pF (with TLP058 probe) |
Horizontal System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Timebase Range | 200 ps/div to 1,000 s/div |
| Channel-to-Channel Deskew Range | ±125 ns |
| Waveform Interpolation | Sin(x)/x or Linear |
| Delay Range | -10 divisions to 5000 s |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Real-time Sample Rate | 6.25 GS/s on all channels (analog and digital) |
| Standard Record Length | 31.25 Mpoints |
| Optional Record Length | 62.5 Mpoints (option 4-RL-1) |
| Maximum Waveform Capture Rate | > 500,000 wfm/s (in FastAcq mode) |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Modes | Auto, Normal, Single |
| Trigger Coupling | DC, AC, HF Reject, LF Reject, Noise Reject |
| Trigger Level Range | ±5 divisions from center of screen |
Waveform Measurements and Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic Measurements | 36 standard measurements |
| Waveform Math Operators | Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide |
Integrated Instruments
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optional Arbitrary/Function Generator (AFG) Waveforms | 13 predefined waveforms plus arbitrary |
| Optional AFG Frequency Range | 0.1 Hz to 50 MHz |
| Optional AFG Sample Rate | 250 MS/s |
| Digital Voltmeter (DVM) Resolution | 4-digit AC RMS, DC, and AC+DC voltage |
| Trigger Frequency Counter Resolution | 8-digit |
Software, Security and Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Embedded Operating System | Closed Embedded OS (Linux-based) |
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount Interface | 100 mm x 100 mm VESA standard |
Power & Electrical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 400 W maximum |
| Input Voltage Range | 100 V to 240 V AC ±10% (50 Hz to 60 Hz), 115 V AC ±10% (400 Hz) |
Interfaces & Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN (Ethernet) Port | 1x RJ-45, 10/100/1000 Mb/s |
| External Video Output | 1x HDMI (Type A) on rear panel, up to 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz |
| Auxiliary Output | 1x BNC on rear panel (Trigger Out, AFG Sync Out, or Probe Compensation) |
| Security Lock | Kensington-style lock slot |
Vertical System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| A/D Converter Resolution | 12-bit |
Digital Voltmeter (DVM)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| DVM Measurement Types | AC RMS, DC, AC+DC RMS |
| DVM Input Channels | Any analog input channel |
Arbitrary/Function Generator (AFG)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AFG Sine Wave Frequency Range | 0.1 Hz to 50 MHz |
| AFG Square/Pulse Frequency Range | 0.1 Hz to 25 MHz |
| AFG Ramp/Triangle Frequency Range | 0.1 Hz to 500 kHz |
| AFG Noise Bandwidth | 25 MHz |
| AFG Amplitude Range | 10 mVp-p to 2.5 Vp-p (into 50 Ω), 20 mVp-p to 5 Vp-p (into 1 MΩ) |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 13.3 in (33.8 cm) |
| Display Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Display Type | TFT color capacitive touchscreen |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Certifications | UL 61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, EN 61010-1, IEC 61010-1 |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility | EC Council Directive 2014/30/EU, EN 61326-1, EN 61326-2-1 |
Technology
Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
Applications
Embedded Systems Debugging, Power Design and Analysis, Automotive ECU Testing, Multi-Channel Sensor Debugging