User manual

Getting Started

1.1 Introduction

The 2540B and 2542B are part of a series of portable digital

storage oscilloscopes (DSOs) that offer up to 100 MHz

bandwidth with a 1 GSa/s sample rate. The 2540B-GEN

and 2542B-GEN models offer the same, with the addition of a

built-in arbitrary waveform generator in the same form factor.

Features

• 60/100 MHz bandwidth (60 MHz: 2540B, 2540B-GEN

/ 100 MHz: 2542B, 2542B-GEN)

• 1 GSa/s sample rate

• Bright 5.7” TFT color display

• Deep waveform memory up to 2.4 Mpts (accessible

via remote interface)

• Shortcut keys for quick access of frequently used

functions (for models 2540B and 2542B only)

• Built-in arbitrary waveform generator (for models

2540B-GEN and 2542B-GEN only)

• Versatile triggering capabilities including pulse width,

line-selectable video, slope, and alternating trigger

• 24 automatic measurements

• Digital filter with adjustable limits, pass/fail testing,

and waveform recorder mode

• Ten different language user interfaces

• For educators – ability to disable the Auto Set button