The Tektronix TDS3034B is a 4-channel Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope (DPO) from the TDS3000B series, featuring a 300 MHz bandwidth, a real-time sample rate up to 2.5 GS/s, and a 9-bit vertical resolution. It combines standard digital oscilloscope functionality with DPO capabilities to capture, store, and analyze complex signal behaviors in real-time.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | LAN (10Base-T Ethernet RJ-45, standard); GPIB, RS-232, VGA video output (via optional TDS3GV module) |
| Display | 6.4 in (162.6 mm) Color Active-Matrix TFT LCD, 640 × 480 VGA resolution |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 V AC ±10%, 47 to 440 Hz (at 100 to 120 V), 47 to 63 Hz (at 115 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 |
Key Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 300 MHz |
| Calculated Rise Time | 1.2 ns |
| Number of Channels | 4 |
| Maximum Real-time Sample Rate | 2.5 GS/s |
| Maximum Record Length | 10k points per channel |
| Vertical Resolution | 9-bit |
| Waveform Capture Rate | Up to 3,600 wfms/s |
Vertical System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| 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 mV/div to 10 V/div (1 MΩ); 1 mV/div to 1 V/div (50 Ω) |
| Vertical Gain Accuracy | ±2% |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 150 V RMS CAT I (1 MΩ); 5 V RMS (50 Ω) |
| Bandwidth Limiters | 20 MHz, 150 MHz |
| Input Capacitance | 13 pF |
| Intermediate Bandwidth Limit | 150 MHz |
| Low-Frequency Bandwidth Limit | 20 MHz |
Horizontal System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Time Base Range | 2 ns/div to 10 s/div |
| Time Base Accuracy | ±20 ppm |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Modes | Auto, Normal, Single Sequence |
| Trigger Coupling | DC, HF Reject, LF Reject, Noise Reject, AC |
| Trigger Source | CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, Line |
| Trigger Level Range | ±8 divisions from center of screen |
| Trigger Holdoff Range | 250 ns to 8 s |
| Edge Triggering | Positive or negative slope on any channel; conventional level-driven trigger |
| Video Triggering | Triggers on all lines, individual lines, odd/even fields, or all fields on NTSC, PAL, and SECAM video systems |
| Runt Triggering | Trigger on a pulse that crosses one threshold but fails to cross a second threshold |
| Slew Rate Triggering | Trigger on pulse edge rates that are faster or slower than a specified rate |
| Trigger Sensitivity (Internal, DC Coupled) | 0.35 div from DC to 50 MHz, increasing to 1 div at 300 MHz |
Acquisition Modes
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sample Mode | Acquire sampled values only |
| Envelope Mode | Max/min values accumulated over one or more acquisitions |
| Average Mode | Waveform average selectable from 2 to 512 |
| Single Sequence Mode | Acquires a single sequence of triggered waveforms |
Waveform Measurements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Gating | Gated by full screen or cursor boundaries |
Display and UI
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Graticule | Full, Grid, Crosshair, Frame |
| Waveform Display Styles | Vectors, Dots, Variable Persistence, Infinite Persistence |
Connectivity & Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Removable Storage Media Type | 3.5-inch 1.44 MB floppy disk drive |
| External Trigger Input | Not applicable (no external trigger input on 4-channel models) |
Power System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Option Operating Time | Up to 3 hours with optional TDS3BATB rechargeable battery pack |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight (with Optional Battery) | 4.1 kg |
Environmental & Safety
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 meters |
| Safety Certifications | UL61010B-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1, EN61010-1 |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility | EN61326 Class A, Annex A; FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A |
Application Modules & Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Probes | P6139A 10X Passive Probes (one per channel) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 75 W maximum |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling Clearance Requirement | 50 mm (2 in) required on left side and rear |
| Operating Vibration | 0.31 g RMS, 5 Hz to 500 Hz |
| Non-operating Vibration | 2.46 g RMS, 5 Hz to 500 Hz |
| Operating Shock | 50 g, half-sine, 11 ms |
Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Waveform Storage | 4 reference waveforms |
| Internal Setup Storage | 10 front-panel setups |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 640 x 480 pixels |
Technology
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope (DPO)
Applications
Electronic design, debug, manufacturing test, and educational labs