The Tektronix TDS3054C is a 500 MHz, 4-channel Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope (DPO) belonging to the popular TDS3000C Series. Combining a continuous waveform capture rate of 3,600 wfms/s with a real-time sample rate of 5 GS/s on all channels, it easily exposes elusive transients and signal anomalies. The instrument is designed for portability and ease of use, featuring front-panel USB storage, PC connectivity via Ethernet and USB device ports, and an optional internal lithium-ion battery for up to three hours of cordless operation.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB 2.0 Host (Front), USB 2.0 Device (Rear), 10/100Base-T Ethernet (GPIB, RS-232, and VGA available via optional TDS3GV module) |
| Display | 6.5-inch (165.1 mm) active-matrix TFT color LCD, 640 x 480 (VGA) resolution |
| Supported Languages | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese |
| Included Probes | 4 x P5050 500 MHz 10X passive probes |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 VRMS, 50/60 Hz; 115 VRMS, 400 Hz (75 W maximum) |
| Operating Temperature | +5 °C to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 375 × 176 × 149 |
| Weight | 3.2 |
Vertical System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 500 MHz |
| Analog Channels | 4 |
| Calculated Rise Time | 700 ps |
| Vertical Resolution | 9 bits (typical) |
| DC Gain Accuracy | ±2% |
| Input Coupling | AC, DC, GND |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ in parallel with 13 pF, or 50 Ω |
| Vertical Sensitivity Range (1 MΩ) | 1 mV/div to 10 V/div |
| Vertical Sensitivity Range (50 Ω) | 1 mV/div to 1 V/div |
| Maximum Input Voltage (1 MΩ) | 150 VRMS CAT I (300 V CAT II with standard 10X probe) |
| Maximum Input Voltage (50 Ω) | 5 VRMS, with peaks ≤ ±30 V |
| Hardware Bandwidth Limits | 20 MHz, 150 MHz |
| Channel-to-Channel Isolation | ≥100:1 at 100 MHz; ≥30:1 at rated bandwidth |
Horizontal System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Sample Rate | 5 GS/s Real-time on all channels |
| Record Length | 10,000 points on all channels |
| Time Base Range | 1 ns/div to 10 s/div |
| Time Base Accuracy | ±20 ppm |
Acquisition System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Waveform Capture Rate | 3,600 wfms/s (Continuous DPO) |
| Acquisition Modes | Sample, Peak Detect, Averaging, Envelope |
| Peak Detect Mode | Captures high frequency and random glitches down to 1 ns |
Trigger System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Source | CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, EXT, EXT/10, AC Line |
| Trigger Types | Edge, Video, Logic, Pulse (additional available via optional modules) |
| Trigger Coupling | DC, AC, HF Reject, LF Reject, Noise Reject |
| Video Trigger Standards | NTSC, PAL, SECAM |
Waveform Measurements and Math
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Automatic Measurements | 25 |
| Math Functions | Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide |
| FFT Functions | Standard |
| Waveform Anomaly Detection | WaveAlert® |
Connectivity and Input/Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Probe Interface | TekProbe® Level II Interface (supports active, differential, and current probes for automatic scaling and units) |
Power Source
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Power Options | Optional Internal Battery (TDS3BATC Lithium-ion) |
| Battery Operating Time | Up to 3 hours |
Ordering Information and Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Application Modules | Advanced Analysis, Limit Testing, Telecommunications Mask Testing, Extended Video, 601 Serial Digital Video |
Measurements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cursor Measurements | ΔV, ΔT, 1/ΔT (Frequency) |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 640 x 480 pixels (VGA) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mains Voltage Range | 100 V to 240 V RMS |
| Power Consumption | 75 W maximum |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +71 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m (9,843 ft) |
| Non-operating Altitude | Up to 15,000 m (49,212 ft) |
| Random Vibration (Operating) | 0.31 GRMS, 5 to 500 Hz |
| Random Vibration (Non-operating) | 2.46 GRMS, 5 to 500 Hz |
| Shock | 50 g, 11 ms, half sine |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Network Interface | 10/100Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| LXI Compliance | LXI Class C |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | UL61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010.1, EN61010-1 |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) | EN61326-1 |
Technology
Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope (DPO)
Applications
General Purpose Test & Measurement