Datasheet
TDS3000C • www.tektronix.com/oscilloscopes
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1 Digital Phophor Oscilloscope – Discover
and troubleshoot design problems faster with
TDS3000C Series’ 3,600 waveforms/second
continuous waveform capture rate and real-
time intensity grading. Continuous high wave-
form capture rate saves time by quickly
revealing the nature of faults
so advanced trig-
gers can be applied to isolate them.
Real-time intensity grading exposes the “history”
of a signal’s activity as they accumulate. The
digital phosphor display makes it easier to
understand the characteristics of the transients
you have captured. It intensifies the areas
where the signal trace occurs more frequently.
2 Digital Real-Time Sampling – Quickly debug
and characterize a wide range of signal types
on four channels simultaneously with Tektronix’
unique digital real-time (DRT) sampling tech-
nology. This acquisition technology allows you
to capture high-frequency, non-repetitive infor-
mation, such as glitches and edge anomalies,
that elude other oscilloscopes.
3 Optional Application Modules – Transform
your oscilloscope into a specialized instrument
for limit testing, telecommunications mask
testing and video troubleshooting.
TDS3AAM Advanced Analysis Module
TDS3LIM Limit Testing Module
TDS3TMT Telecommunications Mask Testing Module
TDS3VID Extended Video Analysis Module
TDS3SDI 601 Serial/Digital Video Module
4 Simple Setup and Operation – Simplify setup
with Autoset function which adjusts controls to
produce a usable display of the input signal.
The most frequently used functions have been
brought forth to the panel for direct accessibility
(for example single sequence button, print button,
zoom and reference).
5 USB Host Port – Conveniently use your USB
flash drive to store your personal oscilloscope
setups, screen shots and waveform data for
later use.Also use the USB host port to easily
update your instrument firmware.
6 Compact 149.0 mm (5.9 in) Depth – Free
up valuable space on your bench or desktop.
7 Robust Handle – Easily carry your lightweight
(3.2 kg [7.0 lb] without optional battery)
portable instrument into the field or to another
room on a different floor of your building.
8 Battery – Use your instrument for up to 3 hours
without line power (requires TDS3BATC).
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