HP / Agilent 54642A 2-Channel, 500 MHz Oscilloscope

The HP/Agilent 54642A is a 2-channel, 500 MHz digital oscilloscope engineered for detailed signal acquisition and analysis in high-speed applications. With 8 MB of MegaZoom deep memory, a 2 GSa/s sample rate, and advanced triggering capabilities spanning edge, pulse width, video, pattern, and serial protocols (I²C, SPI, LIN, CAN, USB), this instrument delivers both capture depth and precision event isolation. The 6.3-inch color TFT display with 25 million vector/sec refresh rate renders waveforms with superior clarity, while integrated math functions—FFT, arithmetic operations, and calculus—enable in-depth signal characterization without external analysis tools.

## Technical Specifications

• **Bandwidth:** 500 MHz
• **Channels:** 2 analog
• **Sample Rate:** Up to 2 GSa/s
• **Record Length:** 4 Mpts or 8 Mpts
• **Deep Memory:** 8 MB MegaZoom standard
• **Vertical Resolution:** 8 bits
• **Input Impedance:** 1 MΩ ± 2% || 13 pF ± 2 pF (1 MΩ mode); 50 Ω mode available
• **Maximum Input Voltage:** 300 Vrms CAT II
• **Display:** 6.3-inch color TFT LCD
• **Vector Rate:** 25 million vectors/sec

## Key Features

• MegaZoom deep memory technology maintains high sample rates across extended time windows
• Advanced triggering: Edge, pulse width, video, pattern, delay, timeout, runt, and setup/hold modes
• Serial and pulse triggering for I²C, SPI, LIN, CAN, and USB protocols
• Waveform math: FFT, subtraction, multiplication, integration, and differentiation
• Automatic measurements with integrated counter
• One-button autoscale configuration
• Optional enhanced shielding (003) for electromagnetically severe environments
• GPIB and RS-232 remote control interfaces

## Typical Applications

• High-speed digital circuit characterization
• Serial protocol analysis and validation
• Transient and pulse behavior measurement
• Frequency-domain signal analysis via FFT
• Multi-channel signal correlation and math operations

## Compatibility & Integration

Compatible with 54621D, 54622D, 54641D, and 54642D models. Standard floppy, RS-232, and parallel ports support legacy system integration.