Description

Tektronix TBS1102C

The Tektronix TBS1102C Digital Storage Oscilloscope is an essential tool for professionals and enthusiasts working in electronics design, troubleshooting, and educational settings. Known for its reliability, ease of use, and feature-rich performance, the TBS1102C is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of users, from beginners to advanced engineers.

The instrument features a 7-inch WVGA color display and offers a sample rate of up to 1 GS/s, with bandwidth options ranging from 50 MHz to 200 MHz. It also comes with a five-year warranty. An innovative courseware system is included, which integrates lab exercises with detailed, step-by-step instructions for students. The HelpEverywhere® system offers helpful tips and guidance throughout the user interface, making the instrument more accessible to new users.

Tektronix TBS1102C Key Features

200 MHz, 100 MHz, 70 MHz, and 50 MHz bandwidth models
2-channel models
1 GS/s sample rate on all channels
20k point record length on all channels
Advanced triggers include pulse, runt, and line triggers
Five-year warranty

specifications

Specification	Details
Model	TBS1102C
Bandwidth	100 MHz
Channels	2
Sample Rate	1 GS/s
Record Length	20 K points per channel
Vertical System – Analog Channels
Specification	Details
Vertical Resolution	8 bits
Input Sensitivity Range	1 mV/div to 10 V/div
DC Gain Accuracy	±3.0% step gain, derated at 0.1%/°C above 30°C
Maximum Input Voltage	300 VRMS, Installation Category II
Offset Range	– 1 mV/div to 50 mV/div: ± 1 V
	– 100 mV/div to 500 mV/div: ± 10 V
	– 1 V/div to 5 V/div: ± 100 V
Bandwidth Limit	20 MHz (Typical)
Input Coupling	DC, AC
Input Impedance	1 MΩ ±2% in parallel with 14 pF ±2 pF
Vertical Zoom	Vertically expand or compress a live or stopped waveform
Acquisition Modes
Specification	Details
Sample Mode	Acquire sampled values
Peak Detect Mode	Captures glitches as narrow as 4 ns
Average Mode	From 2 to 256 waveforms included in average
Hi-Resolution Mode	Averages multiple samples of one acquisition interval into one waveform point
Roll Mode	Scrolls waveforms right to left across the screen at sweep speeds slower than or equal to 40 ms/div
Horizontal System – Analog Channels
Specification	Details
Timebase Accuracy	±25 x 10^-6 over any >1 ms interval
Timebase Range	2 ns/div to 100 sec/div in a 1-2-4 sequence
Horizontal Zoom	Horizontally expand or compress a live or stopped waveform
Deskew Range	± 100 ns
Trigger System
Specification	Details
Trigger Modes	Auto, Normal, Single Sequence
Trigger Types	– Edge: Positive or negative slope on any channel
	– Pulse Width: Trigger on width of positive or negative pulses that are >, <, =, or ≠ a specified period of time
	– Runt: Trigger on a pulse that crosses one threshold but fails to cross a second threshold before crossing the first again
Trigger Source	CH1, CH2, AUX IN, AC Line
Trigger Coupling	DC, Noise Reject, High Frequency Reject, Low Frequency Reject
Trigger Signal Frequency Readout	Provides a frequency readout of the trigger source up to instrument bandwidth
Display System
Specification	Details
Display Type	7-inch TFT Color Display
Display Resolution	800 horizontal by 480 vertical pixels (WVGA)
Waveform Styles	Vectors, Variable persistence, and Infinite persistence
Format	YT and XY
Input/Output Ports
Specification	Details
USB 2.0 Host Port	Supports USB mass storage devices
USB 2.0 Device Port	Rear-panel connector allows for communication/control of oscilloscope through USBTMC or GPIB with a TEK-USB-488 adapter
Probe Compensator	– Amplitude: 5 V
Probe Compensator	– Frequency: 1 KHz
Kensington Lock	Rear-panel security slot connects to standard Kensington style lock
Power Source
Specification	Details
Power Source	100 to 240 VAC RMS ±10%
Power Source Frequency	45 Hz to 65 Hz (100 to 240 V)
Power Source Frequency	360 Hz to 440 Hz (100 to 132 V)
Power Consumption	30 W maximum
Physical Characteristics
Specification	Details
Dimensions (HxWxD)	154.95 mm x 325.12 mm x 106.68 mm (6.1 in x 12.8 in x 4.2 in)
Weight	1.979 kg (4.36 lb) without accessories
Cooling Clearance	50 mm (2 in) required on left side, right side, and rear of instrument
Environmental and Safety
Specification	Details
Operating Temperature	0 ºC to +50 ºC
Non-Operating Temperature	–30 ºC to +71 ºC
Operating Humidity	5% to 90% RH (relative humidity) at up to +30 °C, 5% to 60% RH above +30 °C up to +50 °C, non-condensing
Non-Operating Humidity	5% to 90% RH (relative humidity) at up to +30 °C, 5% to 60% RH above +30 °C up to +60 °C, non-condensing
Operating Altitude	Up to 3,000 meters (9,842 feet)
Non-Operating Altitude	Up to 12,000 meters (39,370 feet)
Electromagnetic Compatibility	EC Council Directive 2014/30/EU
Safety Compliance	Complies with the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU for Product Safety

Tektronix TBS1102C Digital Storage Oscilloscope