Tektronix MDO3012 Mixed Domain Oscilloscope

The Tektronix MDO3012 is a mixed-domain oscilloscope that integrates oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, and logic analyzer functionality into a single instrument. Designed for signal analysis across analog, digital, and frequency domains, it delivers 100 MHz bandwidth with 2.5 GS/s sampling on two analog channels, up to 16 digital channels at 1 GS/s, and spectrum analysis from 9 kHz to 100 MHz. The 10.4-inch color LCD display supports waveform acquisition rates to 50,000 wfms/s, enabling real-time observation of complex system behavior.

– Technical Specifications

Oscilloscope
• 2 analog channels, 100 MHz bandwidth
• 2.5 GS/s maximum sample rate per channel
• 10 Mpts maximum record length per channel
• 8-bit vertical resolution
• 2 mV/div to 10 V/div vertical sensitivity
• ±3% DC gain accuracy
• 1 MΩ || 20 pF and 50 Ω input impedance
• AC, Ground, DC input coupling
• 5 ns/div to 100 s/div timebase with ±25 ppm accuracy
• 2 × 5 V @ 500 mA probe power

Spectrum Analyzer
• 9 kHz to 100 MHz frequency range
• Selectable resolution bandwidth: 10 Hz to 1 MHz (1-3-10 sequence)
• User-selectable center frequency and span
• Amplitude units: dBm, dBmV, dBµV, V, dBV, dBuA, A, dBu, µA

Logic Analyzer (TLA configuration required)
• Up to 16 digital channels
• 1 GS/s maximum sample rate for timing analysis
• 2 ns maximum transition time
• ±10 V input voltage range
• 100 kΩ || 10 pF input impedance

Triggering & Analysis
• Edge, Pulse Width, Runt, Logic, Setup & Hold, Serial Packet triggers
• < 100 ps RMS trigger jitter
• FFT analysis, mask testing, waveform measurements

Display & Interfaces
• 10.4-inch SVGA color LCD (800 × 600)
• USB, LAN/Ethernet, optional GPIB
• External trigger BNC connector
• 100-240 VAC RMS, 50/60 Hz power input

– Key Features

• Mixed-domain capture eliminates need for multiple instruments
• Up to 50,000 wfms/s acquisition rate for dynamic signal observation
• Selectable trigger jitter below 100 ps RMS enables precise timing characterization
• Protocol analysis available via optional configuration

– Typical Applications

• Digital and analog circuit debugging
• Mixed-signal system validation
• Frequency domain analysis and characterization
• Logic timing and state machine verification
• EMI/RFI identification and measurement

– Compatibility & Integration

USB and LAN/Ethernet interfaces support remote control and network integration. Optional GPIB connectivity extends compatibility with legacy test systems. External trigger input accommodates custom synchronization schemes.