The Tektronix MSO58LP 1 GHz, 8-FlexChannel, 6.25 GS/s Low Profile Mixed Signal Oscilloscope, 125Mpoints Record Length sets a new standard for performance in applications where extreme analog or digital channel density is required with its remarkable 8 input channels in a 2U high package and a 12-bit ADC.

The Tektronix MSO58LP is based on the 5 Series MSO benchtop platform. The benchtop 5 Series MSO has a remarkably innovative pinchswipe- zoom touchscreen user interface, the industry's largest highdefinition display, and 4, 6, or 8 FlexChannel® inputs that let you measure one analog or eight digital signals per channel. The 5 Series MSO is ready for today's toughest challenges, and tomorrow's too. It sets a new standard for performance, analysis, and overall user experience.

Like the benchtop 5 Series MSO, the low profile instrument offers FlexChannel inputs, an optional arbitrary/function generator output, and a built-in digital voltmeter and trigger frequency counter. And, if you plug in an external touch-capable monitor you can experience the same revolutionary pinch-swipe-zoom user experience as if you were in front of the benchtop 5 Series MSO.

Low-Profile, High-Density Package Saves Space

The Tektronix MSO58LP has 8 FlexChannel inputs plus an auxiliary trigger input in a space-saving 2U high package designed to fit into 19-inch wide racks. The instrument has side air vents so that instruments can be mounted in a rack directly on top of one another, saving even more space.

The MSO58LP comes standard with rack mount brackets installed, ready for mounting into a rack right out of the box.

An optional bench conversion kit includes four feet and a strap handle for use in a lab environment on a bench surface.

With 1 GHz analog bandwidth, 6.25 GS/s sample rate, 125 M record length, and 12-bit analog to digital converters (ADCs), the MSO58LP has the performance you need to capture accurate waveform data with the best possible signal integrity and vertical resolution for seeing small waveform details.

The Tektronix MSO58LP has up to 6.25 GS/s sample rate on all channels, providing more than 5x oversampling, enabling better noise performance and fine timing resolution.

The standard 125 M record length provides 20 ms of acquisition time at the highest sample rate (6.25 GS/s), enabling long time captures while maintaining high timing resolution for more accurate measurements.

Industry leading vertical resolution

The Tektronix MSO58LP provides the performance to capture the signals of interest while minimizing the effects of unwanted noise when you need to capture high-amplitude signals while seeing smaller signal details. At the heart of the MSO58LP are 12-bit analog-to-digital convertors (ADCs) that provide 16 times the vertical resolution of traditional 8-bit ADCs.

High Res mode always provides at least 12 bits of vertical resolution and extends all the way to 16 bits of vertical resolution at ≤ 125 MS/s sample rates.

Typical 8-bit ADC oscilloscopes have an Effective Number of Bits (ENOB) of between 4 and 6, depending on bandwidth and vertical scale selected. The 12-bit ADC in the MSO58LP, coupled with a new lownoise front-end amplifier, provides an ENOB of between 7 and 9 bits, enabling better viewing of fine signal detail in the presence of large amplitude signals.

TekVPI Probe Interface

The TekVPI® probe interface sets the standard for ease of use in probing. In addition to the secure, reliable connection that the interface provides, many TekVPI probes feature status indicators and controls, as well as a probe menu button right on the probe compensation box. The TekVPI interface enables direct attachment of current probes without requiring a separate power supply. TekVPI probes can be controlled remotely through USB or LAN, enabling more versatile solutions in ATE environments. The MSO58LP provides up to 80 W of power to the front panel connectors, sufficient to power all connected TekVPI probes without the need for an additional probe power supply.

The TekVPI probe interface is key to enabling the high bandwidth and low attenuation versions of the optional TPP Series of passive voltage probes. The TPP Series probes offer all the benefits of general-purpose probes -- high dynamic range, flexible connection options, and robust mechanical design, while providing the performance of active probes. At 1 GHz bandwidth, the optional TPP1000 probes enable you to see high frequency components in your signals, and extremely low 3.9 pF capacitive loading minimizes adverse effects on your circuits. The optional low-attenuation (2x) TPP0502 has 500 MHz bandwidth and is exceptional at measuring low voltages.

Remote Operation to Speed Automated Test

IVI-COM 4, IVI-C 5, and LabVIEW 4 instrument drivers are available for free and enable easy communication with the oscilloscope using LAN or USBTMC connections from an external PC. A full set of programmatic commands to setup and control the instrument remotely enable easy test automation.

The embedded e*Scope® capability enables fast control of the oscilloscope over a network connection through a standard web browser. Simply enter the IP address or network name of the oscilloscope and a web page will be served to the browser. Control the oscilloscope remotely in the exact same ways you do in-person, whether you are across the lab or across the globe. e*Scope enables multiple sites to connect to an instrument providing data acquisition results in real-time.

Enhanced Security Option

The 5-SEC enhanced security option enables password-protected enabling/disabling of all USB communication ports and firmware upgrades. In addition, option 5-SEC provides the highest level of security by ensuring that internal memory is clear of all setup and waveform data in compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) DoD 5220.22-M, Chapter 8 requirements as well as Defense Security Service Manual for the Certification and Accreditation of Classified Systems under the NISPOM. This ensures you can confidently move the instrument out of a secure area.

To permanently store data, you can save it to an external flash memory device or programmatically to USBTMC ports in keeping with your lab security protocols.

Quickly Transition from the Lab to Manufacturing

The Tektronix MSO58LP is based on the successful 5 Series MSO platform. This means you can use the benchtop 5 Series MSO with its beautiful 15.6-in touch display and its full measurement analysis capabilities during the development process. Then, when you are ready to transition your product to manufacturing, you can use the same software and test routines developed during R&D in your manufacturing test application, saving time and rack space.