The Tektronix TDS6604 is a high-performance 4-channel Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO) offering a 6 GHz analog bandwidth and up to 20 GS/s real-time sample rate. Designed for advanced signal integrity, debugging, and characterization, it features the TekConnect probe interface, a Windows-based operating system, and a comprehensive suite of advanced triggering and analysis tools.

Specifications

Vertical System

ParameterValue
Analog Bandwidth6 GHz
Calculated Rise Time (10% to 90%)70 ps
Number of Channels4
Vertical Resolution8 bits (>11 bits with averaging)

Horizontal System

ParameterValue
Real-Time Sample Rate (2 Channels)20 GS/s
Real-Time Sample Rate (4 Channels)10 GS/s

Trigger System

ParameterValue
Pulse Width TriggeringTriggers on width of positive or negative pulses
Runt TriggeringTriggers on pulses crossing one threshold but not a second
Setup/Hold TriggeringTriggers on setup/hold violations
Transition Time TriggeringTriggers on pulse edge rates (rise/fall)
Window TriggeringTriggers on entering or exiting a window voltage
Pattern and State TriggeringTriggers on logical combinations of channels

Acquisition and Signal Processing

ParameterValue
Waveform MathBasic arithmetic, calculus, advanced expressions

Computer System & Storage

ParameterValue
Operating SystemWindows-based

Connectivity & I/O Ports

ParameterValue
Input Connector TypeTekConnect (TCA) Interface
GPIB InterfaceIEEE 488.2 compatible
LAN InterfaceRJ-45, 10/100 Base-T
Serial PortDB-9 male, RS-232
Keyboard/Mouse PortsPS/2

Environmental & Compliance

ParameterValue
Operating AltitudeUp to 3,000 m (10,000 ft)

Triggering System

ParameterValue
Trigger Holdoff Range250 ns to 12 s

Environmental

ParameterValue
Cooling Clearance3 in. (76 mm) on left, right, and rear
Operating Vibration0.22 g RMS (5 Hz to 500 Hz)
Non-Operating Vibration2.28 g RMS (5 Hz to 500 Hz)
Operating Wet Bulb Temperature29 °C maximum
Non-Operating Wet Bulb Temperature38 °C maximum

Options & Upgrades

ParameterValue
Option SMSerial Mask Testing
Option STSerial Pattern Triggering
Option 1RRackmount Kit

Technology

Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO)

Applications

High-speed digital design, signal integrity, and serial data analysis