Tektronix MSO46B/4-BW-1000 Mixed Signal Oscilloscope

Overview

The Tektronix MSO46B is a next-generation mixed signal oscilloscope that sets new standards in performance, flexibility, and ease of use. With upgraded processing and 12-bit vertical resolution (up to 16-bit in Hi-Res mode), it delivers 16 times greater vertical resolution compared to standard 8-bit oscilloscopes. The innovative FlexChannel technology allows each of the six inputs to function as an analog channel, eight digital logic inputs (with TLP058 probe), or provide simultaneous analog and spectrum views with independent controls.

Key Features

• 6 analog channels with 1 GHz bandwidth and 6.25 GS/s sampling rate
• Up to 48 digital channels (requires TLP058 probe)
• 12-bit resolution; up to 16-bit in Hi-Res mode for enhanced signal clarity
• 13.3-inch TFT color touchscreen display (1920 x 1080, multi-touch)
• Record length: 31.25 Mpoints per channel (62.5 Mpoints optional)
• Waveform capture rate greater than 500,000 waveforms/s
• Digital phosphor technology with FastAcq for fast insight into device operation
• Spectrum View for simultaneous time and frequency domain analysis
• Field-upgradeable options for protocol decoding, function generation, and analysis

Standard Analysis and Measurements

• 36 automated measurements including cursors (waveform, V bars, H bars, V&H bars)
• FastFrame segmented memory acquisition with maximum trigger rate over 5,000,000 waveforms per second
• Time Trend, Histogram, and Spectrum plots
• Basic waveform arithmetic, FFT, and advanced equation editor
• Search function on any trigger criteria
• Integrated RF measurements: Channel Power (CHP), Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR), and Occupied Bandwidth (OBW)

Triggering and Advanced Features

• Standard trigger types: Edge, Pulse Width, Runt, Timeout, Window, Logic, Setup & Hold, Rise/Fall Time, Parallel Bus, Sequence, Visual Trigger
• Optional trigger types: Video, RF vs. Time
• Auxiliary Trigger input ≤300 VRMS (Edge Trigger only)
• Stacked display mode dedicates a slice to each waveform, utilizing the full ADC range
• Intensity grading shows how often rare transients occur relative to normal signal characteristics

Technical Specifications

• Custom Tek049 ASIC chip with interleaved Successive Approximation Register (SAR) architecture
• Connectivity: 3 × USB 2.0 Host, 2 × USB 3.0 Host, 1 × USB Device, 1 × Ethernet, 1 × HDMI video output
• Standard Warranty: 1 year

Applications

• Debugging embedded systems and power converters
• RF measurements and noise hunting with synchronized multi-channel spectrum analysis
• Precision 12-bit sampling for signal analysis
• Logic analysis for digital systems with up to 48 digital channels
• Power analysis and protocol decoding (optional)

Included Accessories

• 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 with traceability to National Metrology Institute(s) and ISO 9001/ISO 17025 quality system registration