The Tektronix TDS3012C is a 100 MHz, 2-channel Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope (DPO) from the popular TDS3000C series. Known for its compact design, optional battery capability, and rapid 3,600 wfms/s continuous waveform capture rate, it provides reliable performance for engineering, manufacturing, and service environments.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB Host (front panel), USB Device (rear panel), LAN (10Base-T); GPIB, RS-232, VGA video output (optional TDS3GV module) |
| Display | 6.5-inch (165.1 mm) active-matrix color TFT, 640 × 480 pixels |
| Standard Warranty | 3 years (excluding probes) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC ±10%, 47 Hz to 440 Hz (100 V to 120 V), 47 Hz to 63 Hz (115 V to 240 V), 75 W maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 375 mm × 176 mm × 149 mm |
| Weight | 3.2 kg |
Vertical System (Analog Channels)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Analog Bandwidth (-3 dB) | 100 MHz |
| Calculated Rise Time | 3.5 ns |
| Hardware Bandwidth Limits | 20 MHz |
| Input Coupling | AC, DC, GND |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ ±1% in parallel with 13 pF ±2 pF, or 50 Ω ±1% |
| Input Sensitivity Range (1 MΩ) | 1 mV/div to 10 V/div |
| Input Sensitivity Range (50 Ω) | 1 mV/div to 1 V/div |
| Vertical Resolution | 9 bits |
| Maximum Input Voltage (1 MΩ) | 150 V RMS CAT I |
| Maximum Input Voltage (50 Ω) | 5 V RMS |
| Channel-to-Channel Isolation | ≥100:1 at 100 MHz |
Horizontal System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Time Base Range | 4 ns/div to 10 s/div |
| Time Base Accuracy | ±20 ppm |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Real-Time Sample Rate | 1.25 GS/s |
| Record Length (Max Points) | 10 k points |
| Acquisition Modes | Sample, Peak Detect, Envelope, Average, Single Sequence |
| Peak Detect Resolution | 9.3 ns |
| Continuous Waveform Capture Rate | 3,600 wfms/s |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Modes | Auto, Normal, Single |
| Trigger Source | CH1, CH2, AC Line, External, External/10 |
| Trigger Coupling | AC, DC, Noise Reject, HF Reject, LF Reject |
Waveform Measurements & Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic Measurements | 25 |
| Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) | Standard |
| Waveform Math Operations | Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide, FFT |
| Waveform Anomaly Detection | WaveAlert® |
| Optional Analysis Modules | Advanced Analysis, Limit Testing, Telecom Mask Testing, Extended Video, 601 Serial Digital Video |
Display System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Type | VGA Active Matrix Color TFT |
| Display Size | 6.5 in (165.1 mm) diagonal |
| Display Resolution | 640 × 480 pixels |
| Graticule Types | Full, Grid, Crosshair, Frame |
| Display Formats | YT, XY, Zoom |
| Waveform Display Styles | Vectors, Dots, Variable Persistence, Infinite Persistence |
Input/Output Ports
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| USB Host Port | 1x USB 2.0 (front panel) |
| Ethernet Port (LAN) | 1x RJ-45 (10Base-T) |
| VGA Video Output | 1x DB-15 female (requires optional TDS3GV module) |
| External Trigger Input | BNC, 1 MΩ |
| Probe Compensator Output | 5 V into ≥1 MΩ, 1 kHz |
Power and Battery System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Line Voltage Range | 100 V to 240 V AC ±10% |
| Line Frequency Range | 47 Hz to 440 Hz (100–120 V), 47 Hz to 63 Hz (115–240 V) |
| Power Consumption | 75 W maximum |
| Optional Battery Operation | TDS3BATC lithium-ion battery pack |
| Battery Life (Typical) | Up to 3 hours |
Environmental and Safety
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Operating Temperature | -20 °C to +60 °C |
| Operating Humidity | Up to 95% RH at or below +30 °C, up to 45% RH up to +50 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m |
| Non-Operating Altitude | Up to 15,000 m |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 375 mm |
| Height | 176 mm |
| Depth | 149 mm |
| Weight (Instrument Only) | 3.2 kg |
| Weight (with Battery) | 4.5 kg |
Trigger
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Level Range | Internal: ±8 divisions from screen center; External: ±1.2 V; External /10: ±12 V |
| Trigger Holdoff Range | 250 ns to 8 s |
| External Trigger Input Impedance | 1 MΩ in parallel with 17 pF |
| Internal Edge Trigger Sensitivity | 0.35 div from DC to 50 MHz, increasing to 1 div at 100 MHz |
| External Edge Trigger Sensitivity | 150 mV from DC to 50 MHz, increasing to 500 mV at 100 MHz |
| External /10 Edge Trigger Sensitivity | 1.5 V from DC to 50 MHz, increasing to 5 V at 100 MHz |
Vertical System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Channel-to-Channel Deskew Range | ±10 ns |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio | 100:1 at 60 Hz, 10:1 at 50 MHz (with equal Volts/div settings) |
| Input Capacitance (1 MΩ) | 13 pF ±2 pF |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | UL61010B-1, CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1, EN61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | EN61326 Class A, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A, AS/NZS 2064 |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Shock | 30 g, 11 ms half-sine |
| Non-Operating Shock | 50 g, 11 ms half-sine |
| Operating Vibration | 0.31 g RMS from 5 Hz to 500 Hz |
| Non-Operating Vibration | 2.46 g RMS from 5 Hz to 500 Hz |
| Cooling Clearance Requirement | At least 51 mm (2 in.) on left side and rear of instrument |
Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Probes Shipped | Two P3010 100 MHz 10X passive probes |
Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Setup Storage | 10 setups |
| Internal Waveform Storage | 4 waveforms |
User Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Autoset Function | Single-button automatic setup of vertical, horizontal, and trigger systems |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPIB Interface | Supported via optional TEK-USB-488 Adapter connected to USB device port |
Technology
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope (DPO)
Applications
Electronic Design, Debugging, Manufacturing Test, Service and Repair, Education