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Datasheet Literature Number: ReleaseDate 4 Series B MSO
The 4 Series B MSO datasheet provides an overview of the product's features, important specifications, and ordering information.48W-74016-6 4 Series MSO
The 4 Series MSO datasheet provides an overview of the product's features, important specifications, and ordering information.48W-61558-18
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Manuals Manual Type Part Number: ReleaseDate 4, 5, 6 Series MSO Programmer Manual
Use commands to remotely control your instrument.Programmer Manuals 077130524 4, 5, 6 Series MSO Help
PDF version of the Help that is embedded on the instrument.Primary User 077130324 4 Series MSO Specifications and Performance Verification
MSO44, MSO46, MSO44B and MSO46B Specification and Performance VerificationPerformance Verification 077154606 4 Series MSO Service Manual
4 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope Service ManualService Manuals 077154702 4 Series B MSO Service Manual
4 Series B Mixed Signal Oscilloscope Service ManualService Manuals 077182300 4 Series B MSO Quick Start
MSO44B and MSO46B Quick Start ManualPrimary User 077181500 HC4 Transit Case Instructions
4 Series MSO Transit CaseField Install Instructions 071364601 4 Series MSO Standard Instrument Declassification and Security Instructions
Declassification and SecurityDeclassification Manuals 077172001 RM4 Rackmount Kit Instructions
Rackmount kit for 4 Series MSOField Install Instructions 071364501 4 Series MSO
Specifications and Performance VerificationPerformance Verification 077154603 MSO Option SEC Read This First
Change the default BIOS password for enhanced securityRelease Notes 071356902 4, 5, 6 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope Programmer Manual
Programmer ManualProgrammer Manuals 077130516 4, 5, 6 Series MSO Option License Installation
Option License Upgrade Installation InstructionsField Install Instructions 071351905 4 Series MSO
Specifications and Performance VerificationPerformance Verification 077154602 4 Series MSO
MSO44, MSO46Service Manuals 077154700 4, 5, 6 Series MSO
Programmer ManualProgrammer Manuals 077130513 4, 5, 6 Series MSO
Programmer ManualProgrammer Manuals 077130512 4 Series MSO
Specifications and Performance VerificationPerformance Verification 077154600 4 Series MSO Option 4-SEC Declassification and Security Instructions
Declassification and SecurityDeclassification Manuals 077155100
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Technical Documents Document Type ReleaseDate Application Software Bundles for the 4, 5 and 6 Series MSO Oscilloscopes
Application bundles are a great alternative to purchasing individual options, especially if you plan to address diverse applications with your oscilloscope. Compared to individual options, these specially designed bundles: Offer better value …Brochure Enhance Productivity with HSI
Faster waveform transfer from oscilloscope to PC is crucial for applications ranging from monitoring particle collisions in particle accelerators to neurological monitoring during surgeries. The need for near real-time data transfers has never been …Technical Brief Getting Started with HSI How-to Guide
This how-to guide explores how HSI is revolutionizing the data transfer game for applications ranging from monitoring particle collisions in particle accelerators to neurological monitoring during surgeries.How-to Guide TekScope PC Waveform Analysis Flyer
TekScope software delivers the analysis capabilities of the latest Tektronix oscilloscopes to your PC. Analyze waveforms anywhere, anytime. This flyer explains how TekScope software helps with greater productivity, advanced analysis, multi-scope …Fact Sheet Next-Generation Oscilloscopes Brochure - 3 Series MDO, 4 Series B MSO, 5 Series B MSO, 6 Series B MSO
1) User interface designed for both touch and mouse 2) Large touchscreen HD displays (1,920 × 1,080) 3) Integrated spectrum analysis 4) Powerful analysis Automated measurements with trend, histogram, and spectrum plots Advanced …Brochure 4 Series B MSO Upgrade Guide
Many of the features of the 4 Series B MSO are field-upgradable, including bandwidth, record length, arbitrary/function generator, digital channels, and protocol support. This fact sheet lists all available post-purchase upgrades.Fact Sheet Automating Double Pulse Tests with Python
Introduction Semiconductor materials used in power electronics are transitioning from Silicon to Wide Bandgap (WBG) semiconductors such as Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN) due to their superior performance at higher power …Application Note Simplifying Test Automation with tm_devices and Python
Engineers across many industries use automation to extend the capabilities of their test instruments. Many engineers choose the free programming language Python to accomplish this. There are many significant advantages that make Python a …How-to Guide Double Pulse Testing for Power Semiconductor Devices with an Oscilloscope and Arbitrary Function Generator
Introduction Semiconductor materials used in power electronics are transitioning from silicon to wide bandgap semiconductors such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) due to their superior performance in automotive …Application Note Debugging CAN, LIN and FlexRay Automotive Buses with an Oscilloscope
THIS APPLICATION NOTE Gives a brief orientation on the physical layer and packet structures of CAN / CAN FD, LIN, and FlexRay buses, with a goal of providing just enough detail to help with …Application Note Oscilloscope Selection Guide
From basic signal-checking to high-performance analysis, this selection guide gives an overview of the complete range of oscilloscopes from Tektronix. Comparison tables give high-level specifications and features, and indicate the major differences …Product Selector Guide How to Troubleshoot System Problems Using an Oscilloscope with I2C and SPI Decoding
THIS APPLICATION NOTE Gives a brief orientation on the physical layer and packet structures of I2C and SPI, with a goal of providing just enough detail to help with troubleshooting Explains how to set up decoding on …Application Note Debugging SENT Automotive Buses with an Oscilloscope
THIS APPLICATION NOTE Gives a brief orientation on the physical layer and packet structures of SENT, with a goal of providing just enough detail to help with troubleshooting Explains how to set up decoding on an …Application Note Power Efficiency Trends in Industrial and Renewable Applications
Introduction The demand for efficient power is increasing rapidly as digitization and electrification continue to drive productivity and environmental responsibility, respectively. The shift towards decarbonization is driving a change …Primer MSO Mixed Signal Oscilloscope Trade-In Promotional Offer
Improve your measurement productivity with a new, state of the art oscilloscope. It is a great time to bring more capability to your bench and replace older oscilloscopes …Fact Sheet Getting Started with C++ for Test Automation
This guide will provide you with a source code file you can use to build a C/C++ project that will connect to your oscilloscope and save a screenshot to its local storage and send a copy to your local computer. The steps outlined here walks the …How-to Guide 4 Series B MSO vs Rohde & Schwarz MXO44 Comparison
This fact sheet compares important specifications and features of the Tektronix 4 Series B MSO Mixed Signal Oscilloscope to those of the Rohde & Schwarz MXO44Competitive 4 Series B MSO and 4 Series MSO Comparison
This factsheet provides a comparison of the 4 Series B MSO oscilloscope and the 4 Series MSO, highlighting differences and similarities.Fact Sheet Using Frequency Response Analysis with an Oscilloscope
Introduction Bode plots are commonly used in analyzing the frequency response of a system. They provide a graphical representation of magnitude and phase over a range of frequencies that can be used to analyze and understand the …Application Note Programming Interface Translator Technical Brief
The PI Translator The PI Translator is a simple system. It acts as a "dictionary" that contains a list of legacy commands and their modern counterparts. In addition to direct translation, entries can be configured to alias to multiple modern …Technical Brief Getting Started Controlling Instruments with VISA
Using the Virtual Instrumentation Software Architecture (VISA) library you can write programs and scripts to control instruments across all of the common physical interfaces available on test instrumentation. This guide shows how to get started using …Application Note Getting Started with Oscilloscope Automation in C#
Automating test instrumentation enables consistent test methodology, repeatable measurement results, time savings and reduced risk of human error. Using easily integrated third-party libraries, C# is an excellent choice for automated test …Application Note Spectrum View: A New Approach to Frequency Domain Analysis on Oscilloscopes
Debugging embedded systems often involves looking for clues that are hard to discover just by looking at one domain at a time. The ability to look at time and frequency domains simultaneously can offer important insights. Mixed domain …Application Note XYZs of Oscilloscopes Primer
After reading this primer, you will be able to: Describe how oscilloscopes work Describe the differences between analog, digital storage, digital phosphor, and digital sampling oscilloscopes Describe electrical waveform types …Primer Capacitance and Inductance Measurements Using an Oscilloscope and a Function Generator
Most labs have an ample supply of digital multimeters (DMMs) for measuring DC resistance, but when it comes to measuring inductance, capacitance and impedance, it is not always easy to find an LCR meter. LCR meters operate …Application Note How to Synchronize 4/5/6 Series MSO Oscilloscopes for Higher Channel Count
This application note describes three different approaches to synchronizing multiple oscilloscopes to measure more channels than are supported on any single instrument. In this application note you will learn: Things …Technical Brief When to Choose a Dedicated Arbitrary Function Generator (AFG)
This technical brief is written to help you determine the optimum method of arbitrary function generation for your needs. It shows examples of real-world applications and highlights key specifications of Tektronix and Keithley dedicated arbitrary …Technical Brief Expand the Analysis Capability of Your Oscilloscopes with TekScope PC Analysis Software
TekScope PC Analysis Software provides a very flexible environment for waveform visualization, advanced measurements, serial protocol decode of a wide variety of buses, and many analysis tools. This application note discusses how TekScope PC Software …Application Note Getting Started with Oscilloscope Automation and Python
Engineers across many industries use automation to extend the capabilities of their oscilloscopes, and many engineers are using Python. The free programming language Python has significant advantages for …Technical Brief Tektronix Software Solutions for Remote Educational Lab Challenges
With Tektronix software platforms like TekDrive and TekScope, students no longer need to be in the lab or classroom to get hands-on experience with oscilloscopes. This application note discusses how TekDrive, TekScope, and other Tektronix software …Application Note TekDrive Collaborative Data Workspace Flyer
TekDrive is a collaborative data workspace that provides an oscilloscope-to-cloud software solution for instant data sharing and recall on an oscilloscope, PC, phone, or tablet. This document highlights how TekDrive helps you stay productive while …Brochure Measuring the Control Loop Response of a Power Supply Using an Oscilloscope
Most power supplies and regulators are designed to maintain a constant voltage over a specified current range. To accomplish this goal, they are essentially amplifiers with a closed feedback loop. An ideal supply needs to respond …Technical Brief Effective Measurement of Signals in Silicon Carbide (SiC) Power Electronics Systems
Introduction After years of research and design, Silicon Carbide (SiC) power devices are rapidly being designed into a variety of power electronics applications. The shift from silicon to SiC is driving new energy …Technical Brief Software for the Education Lab
Reliable and easy-to-use software to enhance the remote education experience Tektronix offers a range of efficient and intuitive remote education solutions that combine with our oscilloscopes, DMMs, data acquisition systems, or other …Fact Sheet Comparing the Traditional Oscilloscope FFT to Spectrum View Spectrum Analysis for Measuring Power Supply Control Loop Frequency Response
New Tektronix oscilloscopes incorporate spectrum analysis using digital downconverters in each channel. The resulting displays are called Spectrum View. Using Spectrum View to generate Bode plots for power supply control loop frequency response …Whitepaper Characterizing Self-Generated EMI for Wireless and IoT Products with 4, 5 or 6 Series MSO Oscilloscopes
Introduction An increasing number of manufacturers are adding or retrofitting wireless technology into new or existing products. The products that are benefiting include mobile, household, industrial, scientific, and medical devices …Application Note Verifying ESD Simulator Performance Using an Oscilloscope
THIS APPLICATION NOTE Is intended to help designers verify the shape of current pulses from ESD simulators prior to compliance or precompliance testing Covers some basic theory on ESD Describes a basic testing system for ESD simulators …Application Note Troubleshooting ESD Failures Using an Oscilloscope
THIS APPLICATION NOTE Is intended to help designers learn troubleshooting techniques for ESD compliance failures Covers some basic theory on ESD Describes a basic testing system for ESD troubleshooting, including an H …Application Note 4 Series B MSO Included Probes and Accessories
Photograph and listing of included probes and accessories for the 4 Series B MSO Oscilloscope.Fact Sheet Step by Step EMI Troubleshooting with 4, 5 and 6 Series MSO Oscilloscopes
THIS APPLICATION NOTE Is designed help product designers or EMC engineers learn the basics of EMC and EMI troubleshooting and debug Introduces a 3-step process for EMI Troubleshooting Gives an overview of Radiated and …Application Note Achieve Higher Vertical Resolution for More Precise Measurements
Introduction Higher vertical resolution has long been a goal of oscilloscope designers, driven by the needs of engineers to measure finer detail on signals. However, delivering additional resolution means more than adding bits to the …Whitepaper Working Remotely with Tektronix Oscilloscopes
There are several approaches you can take to work remotely with Tektronix oscilloscopes. The available techniques differ somewhat between instruments that run the Windows operating system and instruments that do not. This guide is designed to help …Technical Brief EMI Troubleshooting with the Latest-Generation Oscilloscopes
Introduction EMI/EMC regulations help to ensure reliable operation and safety for users of electrical and electronic equipment. Regulations limit the allowable radiated emissions …Application Note Serial Support Using Tektronix Oscilloscopes and Optional Software
Tektronix oscilloscopes offer a portfolio of optional analysis capabilities to simplify serial bus debug or compliance verification. This selection matrix shows which serial standards are supported by each of the oscilloscope series.Product Selector Guide Power Supply Measurement and Analysis with 4/5/6-PWR Application Software
Introduction Today’s power supply designers are faced with increasing pressure to achieve power conversion efficiencies of 90% and even higher. This trend is driven by demand for longer battery life in portable electronics, the Internet of things …Application Note Decoding and Searching MIPI I3C Bus Activity with an Oscilloscope
THIS APPLICATION NOTE Gives a brief orientation on the physical layer and packet structures of I3C with the goal of providing just enough detail to help with troubleshooting Explains how to set up decoding on an oscilloscope …Application Note Making Higher Accuracy Oscilloscope Measurements
Introduction One of the most important functional blocks in a digital oscilloscope is the analog-to-digital converter or ADC. This technical brief explains why ADC resolution (number of bits) has become a more important consideration in …Technical Brief Measuring Power Supply Switching Loss with an Oscilloscope
Introduction With the demand for improving power efficiency and extending the operating time of battery-powered devices, the ability to analyze power loss and optimize power supply efficiency is more critical than ever …Application Note 4 Series MSO vs MDO4000C
COMPARISON FACT SHEET Screen Size and Waveform Viewing Area 4 Series MSO MDO4000C …Fact Sheet Rohde & Schwarz RTA4000 Series Oscilloscopes vs. 4 Series MSO Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes Comparison
COMPETITIVE FACT SHEET Display Size and Waveform Viewing Area Tektronix 4 Series MSO R&S RTA4000 Series ✔ 13.3 inch HD (1920 x 1080 …Competitive Keysight 4000 X-Series Oscilloscope vs. 4 Series MSO Mixed Signal Oscilloscope Comparison
Display Size and Waveform Viewing Area Tektronix 4 Series MSO ✔ 13.3 inch HD (1920 x 1080) – touch with gesture control Keysight 4000A X-Series ✗ 12 …Competitive Probing Techniques for Accurate Voltage Measurements on Power Supplies with Oscilloscopes
This application note describes considerations and techniques for making accurate voltage measurements on power converters with an oscilloscope, especially as they relate to probe selection and application. It includes two examples for …Application Note Getting Started with Power Rail Measurements Application Note
Most of today’s electronic designs require many different supply voltages to function properly. In fact, many components within a given circuit require multiple voltages. This is especially true with highly-integrated system on chip and …Application Note Using FastFrame Segmented Memory on the 4/5/6 Series MSO
Introduction Debug and verification of complex systems present many technical challenges, including capturing and visualizing multiple infrequent or intermittent events, such as serial data packets, laser pulses, and glitches …Technical Brief How to Minimize Probe Loading with Low Capacitance Probes
Probing a circuit always has some impact on signals. Probe loading changes the signal being probed and can cause measurement problems or can even cause a circuit to perform differently. Reducing capacitive loading can help minimize these effects. In …Application Note Debugging SPMI Power Management Buses with an Oscilloscope
Introduction Increasingly, mobile devices and other portable designs are adopting System Power Management Interface (SPMI) protocol for multimaster, multi-slave systems to monitor and dynamically control supply voltages based on real …Application Note Troubleshooting Ethernet Problems with your Oscilloscope
This Application Note: • Gives a brief orientation on the physical layer and packet structure of Ethernet, with a goal of providing just enough detail to help with troubleshooting • Explains how to set up decoding on an oscilloscope …Application Note Troubleshooting USB 2.0 Problems with Your Oscilloscope
Learn the basics of the USB 2.0 physical layer to help you troubleshoot bus problems or system issues. Learn how to set up and interpret the results when using automated decoding, triggering, and search on an oscilloscope equipped with USB 2.0 bus …Application Note Troubleshooting Multiple-bus Systems Using FlexChannel Input Channels Tech Brief
Troubleshooting embedded systems with multiple processors, sensors, actuators, communications and human interfaces, often demands more than the 2 or 4 measurement channels available on most oscilloscopes. More channels can help up to a point, but a …Technical Brief Making Accurate Current Measurements on Power Supplies with Oscilloscopes
This application note describes considerations and techniques for making accurate current measurements on power converters using an oscilloscope and a current probe. When used in conjunction with an oscilloscope’s voltage measurements …Application Note $name
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Software Document Type Part Number: ReleaseDate 4 SERIES B MSO (NON-WINDOWS) FIRMWARE - V2.12.5
NON-WINDOWS FIRMWARE FOR MSO44B, MSO46B (v2.12.5).Firmware 066223602 4 SERIES MSO (NON-WINDOWS) FIRMWARE - V2.12.5
Software for MSO44, MSO46 V2.12.5Firmware 066201820 KickStart Instrument Control Software version 2.11.2
KickStart Software for the PC enables quick test setup and data visualization when using one or more instruments. Key Features • Save time by automating data collection of millions of readings. • Set up a multi-instrument test with the ability to …Application KICKSTART-2.11.2 4 SERIES B MSO (NON-WINDOWS) FIRMWARE - V2.10.5
NON-WINDOWS FIRMWARE FOR MSO44B, MSO46B (v2.10.5).Firmware 066223601 4 SERIES MSO (NON-WINDOWS) FIRMWARE - V2.10.5
Software for MSO44, MSO46 V2.10.5Firmware 066201819 TEKVISA Connectivity Software - V5.11.1
TekVISA is the Tektronix implementation of VISA (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture), an industry-standard communication protocol.When installed on a PC, TekVISA provides communication with instruments that are connected to the PC via various …Driver 066093813 4 SERIES B MSO (NON-WINDOWS) FIRMWARE - V2.8.1
NON-WINDOWS FIRMWARE FOR MSO44B, MSO46B (v2.8.1).Firmware 066223600 4 SERIES MSO (NON-WINDOWS) FIRMWARE - V2.8.1
Software for MSO44, MSO46 V2.8.1Firmware 066201818 2, 4, 5, 6 and 4B, 5B, 6B Series MSO, 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI-COM Driver - V1.9.0
TekSeriesScope IVI-COM Driver for 2, 4, 5, 6 and 4B, 5B, 6B Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes; 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI Scope class-compliant driver. It complies with Scope Class specifications (IVI-4.1) as defined by the IVI …Driver 0661928010 KickStart Instrument Control Software version 2.11.1
KickStart Software for the PC enables quick test setup and data visualization when using one or more instruments. Key Features • Save time by automating data collection of millions of readings. • Set up a multi-instrument test with the ability to …Application KICKSTART-2.11.1 2, 4, 5, 6 and 5B, 6B Series MSO, 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI-COM Driver - V1.8.0
TekSeriesScope IVI-COM Driver for 2, 4, 5, 6 and 5B, 6B Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes; 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI Scope class-compliant driver. It complies with Scope Class specifications (IVI-4.1) as defined by the IVI foundation …Driver 066192809 4, 5, 6 and 6B Series MSO, 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI-COM Driver - V1.7.0
TekSeriesScope IVI-COM Driver for 4, 5, 6 and 6B Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes; 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI Scope class-compliant driver. It complies with Scope Class specifications (IVI-4.1) as defined by the IVI foundation. An IVI …Driver 066192808 4, 5 and 6 Series MSO, 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI-COM Driver - V1.6.0
TekSeriesScope IVI-COM Driver for 4, 5 and 6 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes; 5 and 6 Series Low Profile Digitizers IVI Scope class-compliant driver. It complies with Scope Class specifications (IVI-4.1) as defined by the IVI foundation. An IVI …Driver 066192807 TEKVISA Connectivity Software - V4.2.0
TekVISA is the Tektronix implementation of VISA (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture), an industry-standard communication protocol.When installed on a PC, TekVISA provides communication with instruments that are connected to the PC via various …Driver 066093812 4, 5 and 6 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope IVI-COM Driver - V1.5.0
The TekSeriesScope IVI-COM Driver for 4, 5 and 6 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes is an IVI Scope class-compliant driver. It complies with Scope Class specifications (IVI-4.1) as defined by the IVI foundation. An IVI class-compliant specific driver …Driver 066192806
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FAQS FAQ ID What is the bandwidth of Spectrum View on the MSO4/5/6?
Spectrum View is a unique approach to frequency domain analysis present on some Tektronix oscilloscopes that allows you to simultaneously examine time and frequency aspects of a single signal. Learn more about Spectrum View here. The minimum …783032 What probe interface does my oscilloscope have?
Oscilloscope series Probe interface CSA7000/CSA7000B TekConnect DPO2000 TekVPI DPO3000 …64251 How do I set up a network drive on my 4, 5, 6 Series MSO?
Introduction Network drives were introduced in firmware version 1.8.7 for 5 Series, 5 Series Low Profile, and 6 Series MSOs. This feature allows you to specify a directory on another computer for the scope to use as storage. To access this storage …773296 How do I save and transfer a screenshot from the 4, 5 or 6 Series MSO oscilloscope to my PC via the remote command interface?
Screenshots (also known as hard copies) can be transferred from the Series 4, 5 and 6 MSO oscilloscopes via the remote programming interface using just a few simple commands. For information on how to send commands to the instrument via the remote …245436 Where do I start learning about oscilloscopes and Tektronix offerings?
This document covers the basics of oscilloscopes including history and general operation, in this training presentation developed by a Tektronix Applications Engineer. Learn the XYZ's of Oscilloscopes »778971
