I have the opportunity to test and review the new Tektronix TBS1102C. The TBS1000C series is latest Tektronix addition to the entry level oscilloscope market, with the TBS1102C offered as the 100MHz model. A review is on it's way in the next week or two, however I wanted to share some of my excitement through an introduction video and unboxing pictures.
Update: My review is complete check it out here!
I have been running the TBS1102C through it's paces, which is proving that this is a very capable entry level 'scope. However, prior to turning this baby on (and not surprising), it was necessary to unpackage and set up the TBS1102C! It arrived promptly, very well packaged and in perfect condition. Included in the box was everything I had expected:
- Qty 1 TBS1102C Oscilloscope
- Qty 2 TPP0100TPP0100 Probes, 100MHz, 10x, 300v CATII, including grounding springs
- Qty 1 Power Cord
- Qty 1 Screwdriver
- Qty 1 Package of Marker Bands, 5 Colors
- Qty 1 Certificate of Calibration, Packing List, Safety and Installation Guide
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The new Tektronix TBS1102C is the latest in the 1000 lineup. The 1102C updates the series with a new courseware system, 20K record length and improved help system. The 1102C reduces the sample rate from 2GS/s on the TBS1102BTBS1102B down to 1GS/s on the TBS1102C. More information regarding the 1102C is provided in the below video and will be provided in my upcoming review.
When released, my review will include additional comparisons between the Tektronix TBS1102C and Keysight DSOX1102GDSOX1102G. In the below video, I start by comparing the weight, bootup speed and probes between the two 'scopes.
Weight: the Tektronix TBS1102C weights in a 4.36lbs which is 2.5lbs lighter than the Keysight. This may be due, in part, to the Keysight's added function generator and integrated fan. A note on fans: the Tek has no fan at all and is completely silent, whereas the Keysight's fan produces a low constant noise.
Startup speed: I decided a race was in order - so I powered up both 'scopes and recorded the time for each to get started. The DSOX1102GDSOX1102G starts quicker (23s) than the TBS1102C (35s), however a few seconds would make little practical difference considering the 'scopes should be warmed up for at least 20 minutes before tackling critical measurements or adjustments.
Probes: the Tektronix TBS1102C comes with two passive 100MHz 10x probes whereas the Keysight comes with two passive 200MHz 1x/10x probes. This was the first time I had seen a 10x only probe so was a little surprised - where did that little switch go? However, I can't remember the last time I used a 1x setting and it is very unlikely I would miss this capability. The probes work well for their respective 'scopes at the frequencies I have been using (20MHz and less). The probes can be manually compensated easily with the included adjustment tools.
That concludes my brief introduction of the Tektronix TBS1102C. Please check out my review here! Interested in owning one? You can buy the Tektronix TBS1102C here in the Newark online store.
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