The Tektronix TDS410A is a 150 MHz digitizing oscilloscope engineered for signal analysis, circuit troubleshooting, and waveform characterization. Built around a dual-channel architecture with 100 MS/s sampling and 8-bit vertical resolution, it delivers real-time capture of complex signals across DC to 150 MHz bandwidth. The instrument features a CRT display with intensity-graded trace, automated measurements, cursor analysis, and limit testing. Video trigger support (NTSC, PAL, SECAM, custom) enables reliable synchronization on composite signals. Compact benchtop form factor and GPIB connectivity integrate into existing measurement systems.
Technical Specifications
• Bandwidth: DC to 150 MHz
• Channels: 2
• Sample Rate: 100 MS/s
• Record Length: 30,000 waveform points of non-volatile storage (120,000 points optional)
• Vertical Resolution: 8-bit (256 levels over 10.24 vertical divisions)
• Vertical Sensitivity: 1 mV/div to 10 V/div with calibrated fine adjust
• Vertical Scale: 1 mV/div to 1.99 mV/div
• Input Coupling: DC, AC, GND
• Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
• Timebase Range: 1 ns/div to 20 s/div
• Timebase Accuracy: 0.005% over intervals >1 ms
• Trigger Types: Delayed (time or event), video (NTSC, PAL, SECAM, custom, TV field, line-selectable)
• Video Trigger Sensitivity: 0.6 divisions composite SYNC
• Display: CRT, 640 × 480 pixels
• Power: 90–250 V RMS, 48–63 Hz, 240 W max
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
• Dimensions: 164 mm H × 307 mm W × 442 mm D
• Weight: 11.4 kg
– Key Features
• CRT display with intensity-graded trace for visual signal clarity
• Automatic measurement cursors and limit testing
• Delayed trigger by time or event count
• Video trigger for composite signal applications
• Calibrated fine adjustment on vertical sensitivity
– Typical Applications
• Circuit design validation and debugging
• Signal integrity analysis
• Video signal troubleshooting
• General-purpose analog waveform characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
• Standard Interface: GPIB
• Optional: RS-232, Centronics hardcopy interface
• Optional Accessory: 4-inch thermal printer with storage pouch
