The Tektronix TDS2024 is a 4-channel, 200 MHz digital storage oscilloscope from the TDS2000 Series. It features a 2.0 GS/s real-time sample rate on all channels, a 1/4 VGA color LCD display, and multi-language support, combining excellent performance, portability, and ease of use.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | None standard; optional via TDS2CMA expansion module (GPIB, RS-232, Centronics parallel) or TDS2MEM module (USB device port, CompactFlash card slot) |
| Display | 5.7-inch (145 mm) active-matrix color TFT LCD, 320 x 240 pixels |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 323.6 mm × 151.4 mm × 124.5 mm |
| Weight | 2.0 kg |
| Security Slot | Kensington-style lock |
Vertical System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analog Bandwidth (-3 dB) | 200 MHz |
| Calculated Rise Time (10% to 90%) | 1.75 ns |
| Number of Input Channels | 4 |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ ±2% in parallel with 20 pF ±3 pF |
| Input Coupling | AC, DC, GND |
| Vertical Resolution (ADC) | 8 bits |
| DC Gain Accuracy | ±3% for 10 mV/div to 5 V/div; ±4% for 2 mV/div to 5 mV/div |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 300 V RMS CAT II, derated at 20 dB/decade above 100 kHz |
| Vertical Sensitivity Range | 2 mV/div to 5 V/div with calibrated fine adjustment |
| Hardware Bandwidth Limits | 20 MHz |
| Channel-to-Channel Isolation | >100:1 at 100 MHz |
Horizontal System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Real-Time Sampling Rate | 2.0 GS/s (on all channels simultaneously) |
| Maximum Record Length | 2.5k points per channel |
| Time Base Range | 2.5 ns/div to 50 s/div |
| Time Base Accuracy | ±50 ppm |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sources | CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, Ext, Ext/5, AC Line |
| Trigger Modes | Auto, Normal, Single Sequence |
| Trigger Coupling | AC, DC, HF Reject, LF Reject, Noise Reject |
| Edge Triggering | Rising or falling edge |
| Pulse Width Triggering | Trigger on pulse width <, >, or =; time limit selectable from 33 ns to 10 s |
| Video Triggering | NTSC, PAL, SECAM; triggers on field 1, field 2, or any line |
| External Trigger Input Impedance | 1 MΩ ±2% in parallel with 20 pF ±3 pF |
| Trigger Holdoff Range | Adjustable (500 ns to 10 s) |
| Trigger Sensitivity (Internal, DC Coupled) | 0.3 div (DC to 10 MHz), 1 div (10 MHz to 200 MHz) |
| External Trigger Sensitivity (DC Coupled) | 100 mV (DC to 100 MHz), 150 mV (100 MHz to 200 MHz) |
| External Trigger Maximum Input Voltage | 300 V RMS CAT II |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Acquisition Modes | Sample, Peak Detect, Average |
| Peak Detect Min Pulse Width | 12 ns |
| Averaging Factor Range | 4, 16, 64, 128 |
Waveform Measurements and Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic Measurements | 11 measurements (Period, Frequency, +Width, -Width, Rise Time, Fall Time, Max, Min, Peak-to-Peak, Mean, Cycle RMS) |
| Waveform Math | Addition (+), Subtraction (-), FFT |
| FFT Window Types | Hanning, Flat Top, Rectangular |
| FFT Vertical Scale Options | Linear, dBV RMS |
Display and User Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Multi-Language User Interface | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Russian |
Processor and Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Non-Volatile Storage | 4 reference waveforms and 10 setups |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +71 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | Up to 90% RH at or below +30 °C; up to 60% RH up to +50 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m |
Compliance and Standards
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Certifications | UL61010-1, CSA22.2 No. 1010.1, EN61010-1, IEC61010-1 |
Trigger
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Frequency Counter Resolution | 6 digits |
| Trigger Frequency Counter Range | 10 Hz to 200 MHz |
| Trigger Frequency Counter Accuracy | ±51 ppm (including all reference errors and ±1 count) |
| Video Trigger Formats | NTSC, PAL, SECAM |
| Pulse Width Trigger Conditions | <, >, =, ≠ |
| Pulse Width Range | 33 ns to 10 s |
| Trigger Level Range | ±8 divisions from screen center |
Measurements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cursor Measurements | Amplitude (Voltage), Time (Seconds, 1/Δt) |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Format | YT and XY |
| Display Persistence | Off, 1 s, 2 s, 5 s, Infinite |
Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Probe Compensator Output Voltage | 5 V (into ≥1 MΩ) |
| Probe Compensator Output Frequency | 1 kHz |
Safety
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage Category | CAT II 300 V |
Maintenance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Power & Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling System | Convection cooled (no cooling fan) |
| Pollution Degree Rating | Pollution Degree 2 |
Connectivity & Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optional Extension Modules | TDS2CMA (adds GPIB, RS-232, and Centronics ports) or TDS2MEM (adds CompactFlash slot, RS-232, and Centronics ports) |
Acquisition & Setup
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Autoset Function | Single-button automatic setup of all active channels with vertical, horizontal, and trigger systems, plus Undo Autoset feature |
Technology
Digital Storage Oscilloscope
Applications
Electronic Design and Debugging, Power Supply Design, Education, Manufacturing Test