Tektronix MSO46B/4-BW-500 Specifications

• Analog Channels: 6

• Digital Channels: 48
  Probe required to utilize digital channels (TLP058 sold separately)

• Bandwidth: 500 MHz

• Sampling Rate: 6.25 GS/s on all channels

• Record Length: 31.25 Mpoints per channel (62.5 Mpoints optional)

• Display Type: 13.3-inch TFT color, full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution,
  capacitive (multi-touch) touchscreen with gesture support

• Resolution: 12-bit; up to 16-bit in Hi-Res mode

• Waveform capture rate: >500,000 waveforms/s

• Ports: 3 x USB2 and 2 x USB3 Host, 1 USB Device, 1 Ethernet

• Standard Warranty: 1 year

A Wealth of Insights With Ease

The TEK MSO46B sets new standards for Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes (MSO), combining performance, flexibility, and ease of use. Its upgraded processor ensures faster operation and precise measurements with industry-leading vertical resolution. The innovative FlexChannel technology allows each of the four inputs to function as an analog channel, eight digital logic inputs (with a TLP058 probe), or provide simultaneous analog and spectrum views with independent controls. Simple and easy to use features like the stacked display mode enhances accuracy by dedicating a slice of the display to each waveform, utilizing the full ADC range. In addition, the results bar offers quick access to tools like cursors, automated measurements, and statistics, simplifying analysis. The TEK MSO46B oscilloscope also includes the following standard analysis and triggers:

Standard Analysis:

• Cursors: Waveform, V Bars, H Bars, V&H Bars

• Measurements: 36

• FastFrame: Segmented memory acquisition mode with
  maximum trigger rate >5,000,000 waveforms per second

• Plots: Time Trend, Histogram, and Spectrum

• Math: Basic waveform arithmetic, FFT, and advanced equation editor

• Search: Search on any trigger criteria

Standard Tigger Types:

• Edge, Pulse Width, Runt, Timeout, Window, Logic, Setup & Hold,
  Rise/Fall Time, Parallel Bus, Sequence, Visual Trigger
  (Optional: Video, RF vs. Time)

• Auxiliary Trigger ≤300 VRMS (Edge Trigger only)

Spectrum View

Only Spectrum View provides both exceptional ease-of-use and the ability to achieve simultaneous observation in both time- and frequency-domain views of the input signal. Traditionally, performing RF measurements, such as RF Channel Power (CHP), Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR), and Occupied Bandwidth (OBW), required a dedicated spectrum or signal analyzer or spectrum analyzer software. Available standard with Spectrum View, integrated RF Measurements on each channel saves users time, bench space, and costs with the ability to validate RF transmitter CHP, ACPR, and OBW directly on the oscilloscope.

Digital Phosphor Technology with FastAcq

Digital phosphor technology with FastAcq provides you with fast insight into the real operation of your device. Its fast waveform capture rate - greater than 500,000 waveforms per second - gives you a high probability of seeing the infrequent problems common in digital systems: runt pulses, glitches, timing issues, and more. To further enhance the visibility of rarely occurring events, intensity grading indicates how often rare transients are occurring relative to normal signal characteristics.

PC-Based Analysis and Remote Connection

Analyze waveforms anywhere, anytime. The basic license lets you view and analyze waveforms, perform many types of measurements and decode the most common serial buses - all while remotely accessing your oscilloscope. Advanced license options add capabilities such as multi-scope analysis, more serial bus decoding options, power measurements, automotive measurements and aerospace measurements.

Industry-leading Vertical Resolution

Discover enhanced signal clarity. The 4, 5, and 6 Series MSOs incorporate 12-bit analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), delivering 16 times greater vertical resolution compared to standard 8-bit ADCs. Additionally, the innovative High Res mode enhances vertical resolution further by intelligently filtering out noise. This mode guarantees a minimum of 12 bits and can achieve up to 16 bits of vertical resolution.

Tek049 ASIC Chip

Tektronix developed a custom design that meets the high standards of performance and integration required by today's engineers. Each ADC channel utilizes an interleaved Successive Approximation Register (SAR) architecture, featuring 4 advanced ADCs, a high-speed memory interface, a fast communication bus, trigger circuitry, logic analysis capabilities, display formatting, rasterization, and other digital signal processing (DSP) elements. The new 12-bit ADC delivers a 25% faster sample rate per channel compared to earlier oscilloscopes in its class.

4 Series B MSO - Adapts to Virtually Any Testing Challenge

The Tektronix 4 Series B MSO redefines bench oscilloscopes with advanced performance, analysis capabilities, and an intuitive user interface. Perfect for debugging embedded systems and power converters, this second-generation device features a faster processing platform, doubling responsiveness and expediting data transfers while supporting remote operation. Available with 4 or 6 FlexChannel inputs, it offers synchronized multi-channel spectrum analysis for noise hunting and RF measurements, and precise 12-bit sampling. Each channel can display analog waveforms, perform spectrum analysis, or be converted into 8 logic channels for up to 48 digital logic inputs. Standard tools include segmented memory, waveform histograms, and visual triggering, with options for a 50 MHz function generator, serial protocol decoding, and power analysis. Smart probes broaden its versatility for various applications.

Field Upgradeable - Get the tools you need now or add them later :

• Protocol Trigger, Decode, and Analysis (I2C, SPI, I3C, RS-232 / 422 / 485 / UART, USB 2.0, Ethernet)

• 50 MHz Arbitrary/Function Generator (optional and upgradable)

• Digital Voltmeter (free with product registration)

• 8-Digit Trigger Frequency Counter (free with product registration)

• Applications and Advanced Analysis

• Embedded Windows

See data sheet for full list of options

4 Series B MSO Front

1. Acquisition and Cursors controls

2. Multipurpose knobs

3. Trigger controls

4. Vertical controls

5. Horizontal controls

6. Miscellaneous controls

7. Ground and Probe Compensation connectors

8. USB Host ports

9. FlexChannel

10. Aux In

11. Power button

12. 13.3-inch capacitive touch screen

4 Series B MSO Rear

1. USB 2.0 Device port

2. USB 3.0 Host ports

3. HDMI video output

4. LAN connector (RJ-45)

5. AUX Out

6. Ref In

7. AFG Out (Optional)

8. Security lock connector

9. Power cord connector

What's in the Box

• MSO46B/4-BW-500 6CH Oscilloscope

• One low-capacitance 10X passive probe for each input channel

• Probe accessory kit

• Installation and safety manual

• Front cover with integrated accessory pouch

• Power cord

• Calibration certificate documenting traceability to National Metrology Institute(s) and ISO9001/ISO17025 quality system registration