TDS3000C Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope
TDS3000C Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope
With up to 500 MHz bandwidth and 5 GS/s sample rate, the TDS3000C Oscilloscope Series provides you with the performance to visualize fast-changing signals in a compact, battery-capable design. With dedicated front-panel controls and 25 automatic measurements, the TDS3000C Series is easy to use so you spend less time re-learning how to use your oscilloscope and more time on the task at hand.
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Bandwidth
Up to 500 MHz
Analog Channels
2 or 4
Record Length
10k points
Sample Rate
Up to 5 GS/s
Features |
Benefits |
| Digital real-time sampling | Accurately capture signals with at least 5x oversampling. |
| Digital phosphor display | Quickly capture and visualize glitches and infrequent events with a high waveform capture rate and intensity-graded display. |
| Advanced triggering | Capture digital signal anomalies with runt, glitch, rise/fall-time, and setup/hold violation triggers. |
| Dedicated front-panel controls | Spend less time learning and more time on the task at hand with front-panel controls. |
| Front-panel USB host port | Quickly store and transfer your waveforms. |
| PC connectivity | Simply transfer, analyze and document results with NI LabVIEW SignalExpress™ TE and Tektronix OpenChoice® Desktop software. |
| Just 5.9 inches (149 mm) deep | Free up valuable bench space. |
| Battery pack (optional) | Work where you need to with up to three hours of portable battery operation. |
| Application modules (optional) | Transform your oscilloscope into a specialized instrument for limit testing, telecom mask testing, and video troubleshooting. |
Models
| Model | Analog Bandwidth | Sample Rate | Record Length | Analog Channels | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDS3012C | 100 MHz | 1.25 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 2 | - |
| TDS3014C | 100 MHz | 1.25 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 4 | - |
| TDS3032C | 300 MHz | 2.5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 2 | - |
| TDS3034C | 300 MHz | 2.5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 4 | - |
| TDS3052C | 500 MHz | 5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 2 | - |
| TDS3054C | 500 MHz | 5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 4 | - |
Model
TDS3012C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
100 MHz1.25 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
2
Model
TDS3014C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
100 MHz1.25 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
4
Model
TDS3032C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
300 MHz2.5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
2
Model
TDS3034C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
300 MHz2.5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
4
Model
TDS3052C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
500 MHz5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
2
Model
TDS3054C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
500 MHz5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
4
| Model | Analog Bandwidth | Sample Rate | Record Length | Analog Channels | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDS3012C | 100 MHz | 1.25 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 2 | - |
| TDS3014C | 100 MHz | 1.25 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 4 | - |
| TDS3032C | 300 MHz | 2.5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 2 | - |
| TDS3034C | 300 MHz | 2.5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 4 | - |
| TDS3052C | 500 MHz | 5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 2 | - |
| TDS3054C | 500 MHz | 5 GS/s | 10 Kpoints | 4 | - |
Model
TDS3012C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
100 MHz1.25 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
2
Model
TDS3014C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
100 MHz1.25 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
4
Model
TDS3032C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
300 MHz2.5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
2
Model
TDS3034C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
300 MHz2.5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
4
Model
TDS3052C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
500 MHz5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
2
Model
TDS3054C
List Price
-
Analog BandwidthSample RateRecord Length
500 MHz5 GS/s10 Kpoints
Analog Channels
4
| Data Sheet | Software Package / Software Option | Description | Configure and Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| TDS3AAM | Application Module: Advanced Analysis | Configure & Quote | |
| TDS3LIM | Application Module: Limit Testing | Configure & Quote | |
| TDS3TMT | Application Module: Telecom Mask Testing | Configure & Quote | |
| TDS3VID | Application Module: HDTV and Custom Video Triggering | Configure & Quote |
| Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| P5205A | High Voltage Probe: 100 MHz, 50X/500X, 1.3 kV, Differential, BNC | Configure & Quote | |
| P5210A | High Voltage Probe: 50 MHz, 100X/1000X, 5.6 kV, Differential, BNC | Configure & Quote |
| Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| P6139B | Passive Probe: 500 MHz, 10X, BNC | Configure & Quote |
| Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| View Datasheet | P6243 | Active Probe: 1 GHz, 10X, Single-ended, TekProbe | Configure & Quote |
| Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCP202A | Probe, AC/DC Current; DC coupled, 15 Amp Max DC; 50 MHz BW, TekProbe Lvl2 Interface; Certificate of Traceable Calibration Standard | Configure & Quote |
| Data Sheet | Accessory | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1103 | TekProbe Power Supply | |
| AC3000 | Soft Carrying Case | |
| HCTEK4321 | Hard Carrying Case | |
| TDS3GV | MODULE; COMMUNICATION MODULE, GPIB, VGA, RS-232 |
| NI SIGNALEXPRESS TEKTRONIX EDITION v2.5.1 Part number: 066077003 | Application | |
| TDS3TMT This document is targeted to product users and explains operation and/or installation procedures. It may also provide information about features and functions, applications and troubleshooting. Part number: 071064802 | User | |
| TDS3AAM This document is targeted to product users and explains operation and/or installation procedures. It may also provide information about features and functions, applications and troubleshooting. Part number: 071094601 | User | |
| TDS3000C Series This document provides information for technicians to maintain or service a product. Information is given to the module level, and may include product care and cleaning tips, troubleshooting information, adjustments, and how to replace parts. Part number: 071250700 | Service | |
| TDS3000C Series This TDS3000C series user manual explains how to operate the oscilloscope and includes installation procedures. It also provides information about features and…This TDS3000C series user manual explains how to operate the oscilloscope and includes installation procedures. It also provides information about features and functions. Part number: 071230807 | User | |
| TDS3000C Series This document includes information that is necessary to clear or sanitize the product so it can be removed from a secured area, such as when returning the product for repair. Part number: 077009100 | Declassification | |
| TDS3000C Series This TDS3000C series user manual explains how to operate the oscilloscope and includes installation procedures. It also provides information about features and functions. Part number: 071230805 | Primary User | |
| TDS3LIM This document is targeted to product users and explains operation and/or installation procedures. It may also provide information about features and functions, applications and troubleshooting. Part number: 071093401 | User | |
| TDS3000C Series This document provides operational specifications for the TDS3000C series products and explains how to verify that the products are performing according to the specifications. Part number: 071250802 | Performance Verification | |
| TDS3VID This document is targeted to product users and explains operation and/or installation procedures. It may also provide information about features and functions, applications and troubleshooting. Part number: 071032802 | User | |
| TDS3000, TDS3000B & TDS3000C Series This document describes commands that can be used to remotely control the product. Part number: 071038103 | Programmer | |
| TDS3000C Series This TDS3000C series user manual explains how to operate the oscilloscope and includes installation procedures. It also provides information about features and functions. Part number: 071230803 | Primary User | |
| TEKVISA CONNECTIVITY SOFTWARE, V4.0.4 Part number: 066093809 | Driver | |
| Tektronix Toolbars for Microsoft Office, V4.0.4 Tektronix Toolbars for Microsoft Office, V4.0.4 Part number: 066133202 | Utility | |
| U.S. Navy Selects Tektronix as Supplier of Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes Tektronix, Inc. today announced a multi-million dollar requirements contract award from the U.S. Navy to supply Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes (DPOs). The awarded contract has a Best Estimated Quantity (BEQ) of 500 units over a five-year period. | News Release | 17 Mar 2016 |
| FIRMWARE UPGRADE FOR TDS3KC SERIES OSCILLOSCOPES V4.26 Part number: 063415805 | Firmware | |
| FIRMWARE UPGRADE FOR TDS3KC V4.25 Part number: 063415804 | Firmware |
| Tektronix Probe Selection Guide Tektronix probes ensure the highest signal fidelity possible from your device-under-test to your oscilloscope. With over 100 probe choices available, all perfectly matched to our industry-leading oscilloscopes, you can find the probe you need for your… Literature number: 60W_14232_10 | Product Selector Guide | 11 Sep 2019 |
| Oscilloscope Selection Guide From basic signal-checking to high-performance analysis, this selection guide gives an overview of the complete range of oscilloscopes from Tektronix. Literature number: 46W-31080-5 | Selection Guide | 29 Aug 2019 |
| XYZs of Oscilloscopes Primer After reading this primer, you will be able to: Describe how oscilloscopes work, Describe the differences between analog, digital storage, digital phosphor, and digital sampling oscilloscopes, describe electrical waveform types, understand basic… Literature number: 03Z-8605-7 | Primer | 27 Aug 2019 |
| TEKVISA Connectivity Software - V4.2.0 TekVISA is the Tektronix implementation of VISA (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture), an industry-standard communication protocol.When installed on a PC, TekVISA provides communication with instruments that are connected to the PC via various… Part number: 066093812 | Driver | |
| I have a TDS3000 scope and just connected it to the Ethernet. In the Ethernet setup menu there is a Test Connection selection. What does the Test Connection test? The Test Connection button pings the Gateway. If the Gateway IP Address is not specified, or specified incorrectly, the Test Connection will fail. This applies whether you are using a crossover cable or a "real" Ethernet connection. The selection is not… | FAQ ID: 55806 | 14 Aug 2019 |
| I'm not on a LAN but I'd like to establish a peer-to-peer connection to my PC via the scope's Ethernet port. Is this possible? Certainly. A crossover cable or Ethernet Hub can be used to make a direct Peer-to-Peer connection from the scope's Ethernet port to the PC's Ethernet port. The concept is similar to using a null modem cable to connect a scope to a PC via RS-232. A Peer-… | FAQ ID: 61916 | 14 Aug 2019 |
| 10 Factors in Choosing a Basic Oscilloscope. Basic oscilloscopes are used as windows into signals for… Literature number: 3GW_60848_1 | Brochure | 13 Aug 2019 |
| TEKVISA CONNECTIVITY SOFTWARE - V4.1.1 TekVISA is the Tektronix implementation of VISA (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture), an industry-standard communication protocol.When installed on a PC, TekVISA provides communication with instruments that are connected to the PC via various… Part number: 066093811 | Driver | |
| I downloaded and Installed OpenChoice Desktop, but it doesn't recognize my scope. Refer to the Prerequisites.txt file available to download on the same page for OpenChoice desktop. Make sure you have all the prerequisites specified. Prerequisites 1. PC equipped with Microsoft Windows 7 32 Bit and 64 Bit OS, Windows 8.1 32 Bit and… | FAQ ID: 474266 | 30 Jul 2019 |
| What probe interface does my oscilloscope have? Oscilloscope series Probe interface CSA7000/CSA7000B TekConnect DPO2000 TekVPI DPO3000 TekVPI DPO4000/DPO4000B TekVPI DPO5000 / DPO5000B TekVPI DPO7000 TekVPI DPO70000/DPO70000B/DPO70000C TekConnect DSA70000/… | FAQ ID: 64251 | 30 Jul 2019 |
| How do I connect to my Oscilloscope via an Ethernet connection with NI-VISA? Connecting via NIVISA has the same end effect to connecting to your instrument via TekVISA, but the method is different. Here is a step-by-step tutorial, using a TDS3000B connected through Ethernet, and NIVISA version 4.0.2. 1. Open National Instrument… | FAQ ID: 63526 | 30 Jul 2019 |
| How do I connect to an Oscilloscope over Ethernet with TekVISA? Please download the following document. | FAQ ID: 63521 | 29 Jul 2019 |
| Why Should My Signal Fit Within The Screen Of My Tektronix Oscilloscope? Scaling your signal to fit within the screen will remove signal distortion caused by clipping. Clipping is caused by exceeding the limits of the instrument's input. Tektronix's digital oscilloscopes are designed such that each division is 25 digital… | FAQ ID: 60306 | 29 Jul 2019 |
| I cannot see my signal on the Oscilloscope. What can I do? You have many options to help diagnose this issue, below are a few suggestions to get started. If you find yourself needing more help, please connect with our Technical Support Center. You can get started by pressing the "Contact Us" button on the right… | FAQ ID: 63686 | 29 Jul 2019 |
| Difference between Position and Offset on an oscilloscope To answer this first you need to understand the layout of how your waveform trace is displayed. On your oscilloscope you generally will see either 8 or 10 divisions vertically on the screen. Along the left side of the screen you will see a marker… | FAQ ID: 247211 | 29 Jul 2019 |
| Programing - How to get and plot a waveform from DPO/MSO/MDO4000 Series scope in Python There are a few things that are needed for programming with an oscilloscope. First it's important to have a copy of your oscilloscopes Programmers manual. This can be found be searching for manuals on Tek.com and specifying Programmers manual in the… | FAQ ID: 64796 | 16 Jul 2019 |
| How to save an image on the TDS3000C series scope? Setup: First, select the Utility button, then select the System button from the menu below the display. Toggle the System button and highlight Hard Copy, select Format from the same lower menu. In the Format menu select BMP, PCX or TIFF. From the Port… | FAQ ID: 60731 | 16 Jul 2019 |
| Programing - How do I get a Screen Capture from DPO4000 scope using Python? There are a few things that are needed for programming with an oscilloscope. First it's important to have a copy of your oscilloscopes Programmers manual. This can be found be searching for manuals on Tek.com and specifying Programmers manual in the… | FAQ ID: 64791 | 16 Jul 2019 |
| How do I use TekVISA to send commands to my instrument? TekVISA Download Link:TEKVISA CONNECTIVITY SOFTWARE In order to communicate with and control the scope, you can use OpenChoice Talker-Listener. Back on the Application and Utilities panel, click on OpenChoice Talker Listener and click Start Application… | FAQ ID: 69181 | 25 Jun 2019 |
| What is TekVISA and how can I use it to communicate with and control my instrument? VISA is an acronym that stands for Virtual Instrument Software Architecture. In a nutshell, VISA handles the communications between your computer’s OS and the instrument. You may be familiar with TekVISA, which is Tektronix’s own brand of VISA. Agilent… | FAQ ID: 69176 | 25 Jun 2019 |