
The Tektronix TBS1000C 2-Channel Digital Storage Oscilloscope series is an affordable solution for educational, embedded design, and maker applications, combining advanced features with simplicity. With bandwidths ranging from 50 MHz to 200 MHz, a fast 1 GS/s sample rate, and a 7-inch WVGA color display offering 15 horizontal divisions, this oscilloscope delivers exceptional signal visibility and performance. Its intuitive user interface, complemented by the HelpAnywhere® system, makes it accessible even to beginners, while its dual-window FFT capability allows simultaneous analysis in time and frequency domains.
Manufactured for a broad spectrum of users, the TBS1000C series includes 32 automated measurements, USB connectivity for streamlined data management, and a fanless, quiet design. For educational institution, the integrated courseware system harbors great appeal, as they offer providing integrated lab exercises with step-by-step instructions. Backed by a five-year warranty, the TBS1000C series ensures durability and reliability, making it a versatile tool for learning, designing, and innovating.
Features
Display and User Interface
- Screen: 7-inch WVGA color display with 15 horizontal divisions, providing 50% more signal visibility compared to standard designs.
- User Interface: Multi-language support (10 languages), intuitive UI, and front panel overlays for ease of use.
- Help System: Integrated HelpAnywhere® system offers contextual tips and hints throughout the interface for user guidance.
Connectivity
- USB Ports: Front-panel USB 2.0 host port for saving instrument settings, screenshots, and waveform data; rear-panel USB device port for PC connectivity.
- Data Management: Supports waveform and screenshot export to USB drives for streamlined data sharing.
Design and Build
- Compact Size: Lightweight and portable with a small footprint, ideal for educational labs and small workspaces.
- Fanless Operation: Ensures quiet performance and reduces operational noise.
- Durability: Backed by a 5-year warranty, emphasizing reliability for long-term use.
Performance and Functionality
- Bandwidth: Available in models ranging from 50 MHz to 200 MHz
- Sample Rate: Up to 1 GS/s for precise signal capture.
- FFT Capability: Dual-window FFT for simultaneous time-domain and frequency-domain views.
- Automated Measurements: 32 automated measurements enhance analysis efficiency.
- Trigger System: Includes a trigger frequency counter for advanced signal characterization.
Educational and Maker Features
- Courseware System: Built-in lab exercises with step-by-step instructions for learning and teaching purposes.
- Target Users: Designed for educational institutions, embedded designers, maker communities, and small business owners.
Environmental Specifications
- Temperature Range: Operates effectively between 0°C and +50°C.
- Storage Temperature: Ranges from -40°C to +71°C for flexible storage conditions.

TBS1000C 2 Channel Digital Storage Oscilloscope series graph view

TBS1000C 2 Channel Digital Storage Oscilloscope series chart view
Applications
Embedded Design
- Debugging embedded systems, analyzing digital and analog circuits, verifying signal integrity.
Education
- Teaching basic electronics and waveform analysis, hands-on student labs, and embedded design training.
Industrial Maintenance
- Troubleshooting motor drives, power electronics, industrial machinery, and sensors.
R&D and Prototyping
- Signal characterization, prototyping electronic components, validating new circuit designs.
Consumer Electronics
- Developing and testing appliances, audio/video systems, and other consumer products.
Automotive
- Testing in-vehicle networks (e.g., CAN, LIN), verifying ECU signals, and troubleshooting electrical systems.
IoT Devices
- Monitoring communication signals, debugging sensor outputs, and verifying low-power device functionality.
Consumer Electronics
Technical Documents
Reference Manual
- TBS1000C User Manual
- TBS1000C Series Oscilloscopes Programmer Manual
- TBS1000C Two-Channel Oscilloscope - Unlock Educational Excellence
- TBS1000C Series Oscilloscope Service Manual
Technical Resources
User Guide
Videos
Associated Products
Published: 11 December 2024