The Tektronix THS730A is a dual-channel handheld digital storage oscilloscope and True RMS digital multimeter from the THS700 Series. Offering a 200 MHz analog bandwidth and a real-time sample rate of 1 GS/s per channel, it combines bench-top performance with the portability of a battery-operated device. The instrument features Tektronix's IsolatedChannel technology for safe floating measurements up to 600 V RMS CAT II, a 3-3/4 digit DMM with datalogger functionality, and extensive triggering capabilities including pulse and video triggering.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesRS-232 (support for printers and PC communication)
DisplayHigh-contrast backlit LCD, 320 × 240 pixels

Physical

ParameterValue
Power SupplyNiCd battery pack or AC adapter (120 V AC or 230 V AC input to 12 V DC output)
Operating Temperature0 °C to +50 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)177 mm × 217 mm × 51 mm
Weight1.45 kg

Oscilloscope Vertical System

ParameterValue
Analog Bandwidth200 MHz
Number of Channels2 isolated channels
Vertical Resolution8 bits
Vertical Sensitivity Range5 mV/div to 50 V/div
DC Gain Accuracy±2%
Input CouplingAC, DC, GND
Input Impedance1 MΩ || 25 pF
Channel-to-Channel Isolation600 V RMS CAT II, 300 V RMS CAT III

Oscilloscope Horizontal System

ParameterValue
Maximum Real-time Sample Rate1 GS/s
Record Length2500 points
Time Base Range2 ns/div to 50 s/div
Time Base Accuracy±0.01%
Glitch Capture8 ns
Horizontal Display ModesMain, Delayed Sweep, Roll

Triggering System

ParameterValue
Trigger SourcesChannel 1, Channel 2
Trigger ModesAuto, Normal, Single
Trigger TypesEdge, Pulse (Width, Glitch), Video
Trigger CouplingAC, DC, HF Reject, LF Reject, Noise Reject
Video Trigger FormatsNTSC, PAL, SECAM (Line count & Field select)

Measurement & Analysis Functions

ParameterValue
Automatic Waveform Measurements21 measurements
Cursor Measurement TypesVoltage, Time
Waveform Math OperatorsAddition, Subtraction
Waveform Storage Capacity10 waveforms
Setup Storage Capacity10 setups

Digital Multimeter (DMM)

ParameterValue
DMM Resolution3-3/4 digits (4000 counts)
DMM FunctionsDC Voltage, AC Voltage (True RMS), Resistance, Continuity, Diode Test
DC Voltage Ranges400 mV, 4 V, 40 V, 400 V, 880 V
DC Voltage Accuracy±(0.5% + 5 counts)
AC Voltage Ranges400 mV, 4 V, 40 V, 400 V, 640 V
AC Voltage Accuracy±(2% + 5 counts) True RMS
Resistance Ranges400 Ω to 40 MΩ
Resistance Accuracy±(0.5% + 5 counts) up to 4 MΩ, ±(2.0% + 5 counts) for 40 MΩ
Continuity Beeper ThresholdAudible tone when < 50 Ω
DMM Input Impedance10 MΩ
Diode Test Range2.0 V
Diode Test Current0.5 mA
Diode Test Open-Circuit Voltage5.0 V

Connectivity & Isolated Channel Technology

ParameterValue
Channel-to-Earth Isolation Voltage600 V RMS CAT II, 300 V RMS CAT III

Power System & Battery

ParameterValue
Battery Chemistry TypeNiCd
Battery Operating TimeApprox. 1.5 to 2 hours

Safety, Environmental & Physical

ParameterValue
Safety Category RatingsCAT II 600 V RMS, CAT III 300 V RMS
Storage Temperature Range-20 °C to +60 °C

Vertical System

ParameterValue
Rise Time1.7 ns
Bandwidth Limit20 MHz

Trigger System

ParameterValue
Trigger Level Range±10 divisions from screen center

Environmental

ParameterValue
Operating Altitude2000 m
Non-Operating Altitude15000 m
Operating Vibration0.31 g RMS (5 Hz to 500 Hz)
Non-Operating Vibration2.46 g RMS (5 Hz to 500 Hz)

DMM Safety & Input

ParameterValue
DMM Maximum Input Voltage600 V RMS CAT II, 300 V RMS CAT III

Oscilloscope Safety & Input

ParameterValue
Scope Maximum Input Voltage300 V RMS CAT II (BNC signal to common), 1000 V RMS CAT II (with 10X probe)

DMM Performance

ParameterValue
DMM Crest Factor3 maximum
DMM AC Voltage Frequency Range50 Hz to 20 kHz
AC Measurement TypeTrue RMS

Interfaces & Connectivity

ParameterValue
RS-232 Baud RateUp to 19,200 bps

Power Supply & Battery

ParameterValue
Internal Battery Charging Time9 hours (unit off)
Power Consumption9 W typical

Technology

Digital Storage Oscilloscope & DMM

Applications

Electronic testing, industrial troubleshooting, field service