The Tektronix MSO58 is an 8-channel Mixed Signal Oscilloscope from the 5 Series MSO family. It features industry-first FlexChannel technology, where each of its 8 inputs can function as either one analog channel or eight digital logic channels (yielding up to 64 digital channels). It incorporates a 12-bit ADC for high-resolution acquisition, a large 15.6-inch high-definition capacitive multi-touch display, and highly flexible configurations for complex embedded systems and power electronics.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 15.6-inch (396 mm) TFT color, High Definition (1920 x 1080), capacitive multi-touch |
| Operating System | Closed Embedded Linux (Standard) / Windows 10 (Option 5-WIN) |
| Internal Storage | Removable Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Enhanced Security | Password-protected enable/disable of communication ports and firmware upgrades (Option 5-SEC) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 V ±10% at 50/60 Hz; 115 V ±10% at 400 Hz; 400 W maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 454 × 309 × 204 |
| Weight | 11.4 |
| Rackmount Height | 7U (with Option 5-RM) |
Vertical System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Channels | 8 FlexChannel inputs (each configurable as 1 analog or 8 digital channels) |
| Bandwidth | 350 MHz / 500 MHz / 1 GHz / 2 GHz (option dependent) |
| Vertical Resolution | 12-bit ADC (up to 16-bits in High Res mode) |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ ± 1%, 50 Ω ± 1% |
| Input Coupling | AC, DC |
| Vertical Sensitivity (1 MΩ) | 500 μV/div to 10 V/div |
| Vertical Sensitivity (50 Ω) | 1 mV/div to 1 V/div |
| Maximum Input Voltage (1 MΩ) | 300 VRMS, CAT II |
| Maximum Input Voltage (50 Ω) | 5 VRMS, with peaks ≤ ±20 V |
| Hardware Bandwidth Limits | 20 MHz, 250 MHz |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sample Rate (Real-Time) | 6.25 GS/s (all analog and digital channels) |
| Sample Rate (Interpolated) | 500 GS/s |
| Record Length (Standard) | 62.5 Mpoints (all channels) |
| Maximum Waveform Capture Rate | >500,000 waveforms/s |
| Acquisition Modes | Sample, Peak Detect, Averaging, Envelope, High Res, FastAcq, FastFrame, Roll mode |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Types (Standard) | Edge, Pulse Width, Runt, Timeout, Window, Logic, Setup & Hold, Rise/Fall Time, Parallel Bus, Sequence |
Digital System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Digital Channels | Up to 64 (8 per FlexChannel utilizing optional TLP058 logic probes) |
Arbitrary/Function Generator
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sine Frequency Range | 50 MHz |
| Waveforms Supported | Arbitrary, Sine, Square, Pulse, Ramp, Triangle, DC Level, Gaussian, Lorentz, Exponential Rise/Fall, Sin(x)/x, Random Noise, Haversine, Cardiac |
Digital Voltmeter and Counter
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| DVM Resolution | 4-digit |
| DVM Functions | AC RMS, DC, DC+AC RMS |
| Counter Resolution | 8-digit |
Waveform Measurements and Math
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cursors | Waveform, V Bars, H Bars, V&H Bars |
| Automatic Measurements | 36 |
| Math Functions | Basic waveform arithmetic, FFT, advanced equation editor |
| Advanced Jitter Analysis (Optional) | Advanced Jitter and Eye Diagram Analysis |
Display System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 15.6-inch (396 mm) |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Display Type | TFT color |
| Touchscreen Capability | Capacitive (multi-touch) |
Connectivity and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN Port | 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet (LXI Compliant) |
Software
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control Software | e*Scope (web browser interface) |
Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Probes | One 10 MΩ passive voltage probe (< 4 pF capacitive loading) per channel |
Horizontal System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Timebase Range | 200 ps/div to 1,000 s/div |
| Timebase Accuracy | ±2.5 ppm + ±1.0 ppm/year aging |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 90% RH (up to +40 °C), 5% to 55% RH (+40 °C to +50 °C) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 meters (9,842 ft) |
| Non-operating Altitude | Up to 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Probe Interface | TekVPI |
| Auxiliary Output | Trigger out / signal output (BNC) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Line Voltage Range | 100 to 240 V ±10% (50/60 Hz); 115 V ±10% (400 Hz) |
| Power Consumption | 400 W maximum |
Analysis Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Spectrum View | Independent control of center frequency, span, and RBW per channel |
| Advanced Power Analysis | Supported (Option 5-PWR) |
Arbitrary/Function Generator (Optional)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AFG Output Impedance | 50 Ω (Option 5-AFG) |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| LXI Compatibility | LXI Core 2011 |
| Safety Standards | UL 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, EN 61010-1, IEC 61010-1 |
Technology
Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
Applications
Embedded systems, three-phase power electronics, automotive electronics, power supply design, DC-to-DC power converters