Handheld Oscilloscopes

THS3000 Series Datasheet

With four isolated channels and up to seven hours of battery life, the lightweight THS3000 Handheld Oscilloscope Series enables you to safely make floating or differential measurements on your bench or in the field. Now you can tackle tough environments with the performance you expect from Tektronix - safely and affordably.

Key performance specifications

100 MHz or 200 MHz bandwidth models
Maximum sample rates up to 5 GS/s and 200 ps resolution
4 fully isolated and floating channels
600 V_rms CAT III, 1000 V_rms CAT II rated inputs (BNC to earth ground)

Key features

21 automatic measurements
Waveform math and FFT spectral analysis
Volts, time, frequency, watts cursor measurements
Measurement data logging with TrendPlot™
Waveform pass/fail limit testing
Automatic 100 display screens recorder
6 in. (153 mm) bright color display
USB device and host support ¹
7 hours of continuous battery operation

¹Maximum USB memory size supported is 2 GB

Applications

Embedded analog and digital design
Power devices, power electronics, and power supply design
Automotive and avionics design and maintenance
Industrial equipment design and installation
Field test and service

Accurately measure your signals

With up to 200 MHz bandwidth, 4 channels, and 5 GS/s maximum sample rate, no other oscilloscope offers as much bandwidth and sample rate in a portable handheld form factor. The THS3000 Handheld Oscilloscope Series has 10,000 points record length per channel, enabling you to capture more signal information at higher sample rates to clearly see signal details. For applications where it is important to measure slow-changing signals over long time periods, the THS3000 Series offers Roll mode that extends the record length to 30,000 points of signal information.

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Four isolated input channels easily handle any type of mixed signal inputs

Safely make floating and differential measurements

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Isolated-channel technology is specified to 1000 V_RMSmaximum float voltage

Making accurate and safe measurements on power electronics, power semiconductors, and other electronics applications can be challenging when the signal reference is floating and not referenced to earth ground. When your signal ranges from low voltage to high voltage (kV) or you must use probing techniques that can potentially create ground loops, the problem is compounded.

To enable floating measurements, the THS3000 Series is architecturally different than most other oscilloscopes. All input channels are fully isolated from the main chassis and from each other. Additionally the power adapter and USB interface are fully isolated to ensure safe measurements and eliminate the risk of unintentional grounding or accidental short circuits. When configured with the proper probes you can be assured you'll be able to make quick, safe, and accurate measurements.

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Input signal and float voltage maximum safety ratings

Selecting the right probe

Scope/Probe (attenuation)	Maximum safety rating		THS3000 viewable signal
Scope/Probe (attenuation)	Reference float safety rating	Input signal safety rating	On-screen P-P voltage	On-screen RMS voltage
THS3000 (1X input)	600 V_rms CAT III	300 V_rms CAT III	800 V_p-p	282 V_rms
THS3000 (1X input)	1000 V_rms CAT II	300 V_rms CAT III	800 V_p-p	282 V_rms
THP0301 (10X)	300 V_rms CAT III	300 V_rms CAT III	849 V_p-p	300 V_rms
P5122 (100X)	600 V_rms CAT II	1000 V_rms CAT III	2828 V_p-p	1000 V_rms

Fast analysis of your device

The THS3000 Handheld Oscilloscope Series is packed with analysis tools to help you validate your device's operation and identify issues quickly. With waveform math, you can add, subtract, or multiply any of your signals to investigate instantaneous power or look at gain. Vertical and horizontal cursors allow you to look at a specific point on your waveform for accurate measurements of voltage, current, time, or frequency. With 21 automated measurements, you can make common measurements quickly and accurately. The built-in Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) function allows you to see the frequency spectrum of your signal, revealing signal interference, crosstalk, or switching noise.

Find intermittent faults with TrendPlot™

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Analyze measurements and recordings visually or using measurement cursors

Intermittent faults can be caused by timing errors, temperature changes, environmental influences, or simply broken wiring or connectors. The TrendPlot™ function helps you find those faults by plotting minimum and maximum measurement values over time. You can select up to 4 measurements and plot any combination of voltages, amps, frequency, time, and phase for any or all four inputs, all with time capture information.

Automatic capture and data logging of 100 display screens

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Playback of captured data is quick and easy with the THS3000 series oscilloscopes

Capturing random or changing signals can often be difficult. The THS3000 Series greatly simplifies any type of waveform data logging by continuously capturing 100 display screens. Each screen capture can include multiple channels and math waveforms, each with its own time stamp. Data capture can also be tailored to specific events by selection of qualified trigger conditions. Playback is quick and easy with the automatic replay of all captured screens or only the screens you select.

Waveform limit testing

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User-defined limit testing can easily identify random waveform anomalies

The THS3000 Series can automatically monitor your signals and output Pass or Fail results by judging whether the input waveform is within predefined boundaries. User selections can include testing one or all input channels and automatic recording of Pass or Fail data. Data can easily be reviewed using the Replay mode or stored externally to a USB memory device.

Complete solution for power measurements

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Easily calculate the instantaneous power by multiplying voltage and current waveforms

For performing power measurement on motor drives, power converters/inverters, and power semiconductor devices the THS3000 Series is equipped to handle most common measurements. For basic debugging, the isolated input channels can be used with a variety of voltage and current probes. Each input channel can be configured to match the probe type and attenuation ensuring correct measurements and cursor readings. Four channels allow for easy measurements of three-phase power or simultaneous capture of digital control and power signals.

Measurements on power conversion electronics usually require probes with higher voltage ratings. Tektronix offers a passive probe with insulation systems specifically designed for making floating measurements. The standard THP0301-X can measure up to 849 V_p-p(300 V_rms). Optional P5122 probes, when coupled with the THS3000 Series, are suitable for making measurements on 1000 V_rmsdevices in Category II environments, with a maximum float voltage of up to 600 V_rmsrelative to earth ground.

Designed to make your work easier

Intuitive operation

The THS3000 Handheld Oscilloscope Series has a front-panel layout and an intuitive user interface which makes the instrument easy to use, reducing learning time and increasing efficiency. For initial setup or for situations where you're constantly changing connection points, the THS3000 Series has a single-button Autoset and Autorange feature which can automatically set up the trigger system and adjust vertical and/or horizontal oscilloscope settings.

Easy to use

The bright color display makes it easy for you to see the signals you're measuring. Each waveform is color coded and designed to correspond to the colors on the input probe connectors, the front-panel channel selector buttons, and the individual probes which are colored at both ends. By matching the colors during setup you'll be assured you can easily identify your waveforms.

For setup assistance user messages are available in 11 user-selectable languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Japanese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Russian.

Flexible data transfer

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Tektronix OpenChoice® desktop software extends the capabilities of your instrument

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The standard USB ports facilitate data storage, data transfer, and instrument control

The THS3000 Series oscilloscopes come with both a USB host and USB mini port located on the side panel enabling you to quickly and easily save instrument settings, screenshots, and waveform data onto a flash device or transfer the data directly to a PC. The THS3000 Series oscilloscopes are shipped with the Tektronix OpenChoice^®desktop software, allowing you to integrate your new THS3000 Series oscilloscope into existing measurement systems and take advantage of extended functionalities in data acquisition, measurement analysis, and documentation.

Versatility and portability for wherever your job takes you

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The optional travel kit (TK) version includes a hard-sided carry case for your instrument, accessories, and storage space for a laptop PC.

With a battery life of 7 hours and a weight of only 4.8 lb. (2.2 kg) the THS3000 Handheld Oscilloscope Series offers ultimate portability. Measurements taken in the lab can now be conveniently correlated with those taken in the field - all on the same instrument. Rated IP41, the THS3000 Series features the ruggedness needed to go beyond the lab and into industrial and field environments. The optional travel kit comes with a hard-sided carrying case and useful accessories allowing you to take the THS3000 Series on the road securely and conveniently. From the lab to the field, the THS3000 Handheld Oscilloscope Series offers you the versatility of using a single, high-performance instrument suitable for a wide range of working environments.

Performance you can count on

In addition to industry-leading service and support, every THS3000 Series oscilloscope comes backed with a three-year standard warranty, and ships with a Certificate of Traceable Calibration Standard.

Specifications

All specifications are guaranteed unless noted otherwise. All specifications apply to all models unless noted otherwise.

Model overview

Input coupling: AC, DC

Input impedance: 1 MΩ ±1%, 14 pF ±2 pF

Input sensitivity range: 2 mV/div to 100 v/div

Vertical resolution: 8 bits

DC gain accuracy: ±2.1% of reading + 0.04 × range/div for 5 mV/div to 100 V/div

Max BNC input voltage: (1 MΩ) 300 V_rms CAT III from BNC signal to BNC shell

Max probe voltage (with standard THP0301-X probe): 300 V_rms CAT III from 10:1 probe tip signal to BNC and reference lead

Trace positioning: ±4 divisions

Horizontal system

Delay time range: 1 full screen (12 divisions) of pre-trigger or up to 100 screens (1,200 divisions) of post-trigger

Timing accuracy: ±100 ppm + 0.04 div

Zoom: Horizontally expand or compress a live or stopped waveform

Trigger system

Input source: Oscilloscope channels 1, 2, 3, or 4. All input references isolated from each other and earth ground

Main trigger modes: Auto-level, Auto, Normal, and Single

Trigger coupling: DC, HF reject, Noise reject (reduces sensitivity)

Trigger sensitivity, internal DC coupled

0.5 divisions from DC to 5 MHz at >5 mV/div

THS3024: 1 division >5 MHz to 200 MHz
THS3014: 1 division >5 MHz to 100 MHz

Trigger level range

Any channel: ±4.0 divisions

Trigger modes

Edge: Positive, negative, or dual slope on any input channel. Coupling includes DC, HF reject, and Noise reject
Pulse width: Trigger on channel 1, width of positive or negative pulses (glitches) that are >, <, =, or ≠ a specified period of time (resolution of 0.01 div with minimum time of 50 ns)
Event: Trigger on n-th occurrence of trigger (N selectable from 2 to 99)
Video: Trigger on channel 1, line number, all lines, odd, even, or all fields on NTSC, PAL, PAL plus, and SECAM signals
Non-interlaced: Trigger on channel 1, high-res non-interlaced video with line frequencies from 14 kHz to 65 kHz

Acquisition modes

Sample (default): Acquire sampled values

Glitch detect: Captures high frequency or glitches as narrow as 8 ns from 5 μs to 120 s/div

Averaging: Selectable from 2, 4, 8, or 64 waveforms

Roll: Scrolls waveforms right to left across the screen at sweep speeds slower than or equal to 4 ms/div

Data recorder: Automatic data logging of 100 triggered records (screens) with date and time stamp. store internally or to a USB device

Waveform compare: Visually compare against user-definable reference waveforms or perform automatic pass or fail testing of 1 to 4 oscilloscope channels with data logging of test results

Automatic setup

Autoset: Single-button, automatic setup of all channels for vertical, horizontal, and trigger systems

Autorange: Continuous auto-setup of vertical, horizontal, and trigger systems that track signal changes

Waveform measurements

Cursors: Time, freq (1/T), volts, watts, Rise/Fall time from any input channel or math waveform

Automatic measurements: 21. Up to 4 can be displayed on-screen at any one time. Measurements include:
V DC, V AC_RMS, V AC+DC, V_PeakMax, V_PeakMin, Peak to Peak, A DC, A AC, A AC+DC, Frequency, Rise time (using cursors), Fall time (using cursors), Phase (between any 2 inputs), Positive pulse width, Negative pulse width, Positive duty cycle, Negative duty cycle, dBV, dBm into 50 Ω and 600 Ω

TrendPlot™: Records and graphically displays any 4 automatic measurements. store internally or to USB flash drive for recall and analysis

Waveform math

Arithmetic: Add, subtract, and multiply waveforms

FFT: Spectral magnitude. Set FFT vertical scale to Linear or Logarithmic, and FFT window to Automatic, Hamming, Hanning, or None

Display system

Display type: 6 in. (153 mm) liquid-crystal color display

Display resolution: 320 horizontal × 240 vertical pixels

Waveform style: Vectors (dot-join), Dots, Envelope, Variable persistence, Infinite persistence

Display format: YT and XY

Storage memory

Reference: 4 user-definable reference traces

Waveform: Stores 30 internal oscilloscope records (4 traces each) with screen image and corresponding setup

Recording: Store 10 internal recordings that can be a 100-screen replay sequence, a roll-mode recording, or a TrendPlot™ measurement recording

Screen image: Store up to 9 internally or 256 .bmp images to an external USB storage drive ¹

¹Maximum USB memory size supported is 2 GB

Real-time clock: Time and date stamp of all stored data

Input/Output ports

USB host port: Supports USB mass storage devices

USB device port: Mini USB-B connector allows for communication/control of oscilloscope

Probe compensator output

Side-panel output

Amplitude: 1.225 V_p-p
Frequency: 500 Hz

Kensington-style lock: Side-panel security slot connects to standard Kensington-style lock

Software

OpenChoice® Desktop: Enables fast and easy communication between a Windows PC and the THS3000 Series. Transfer and save settings, waveforms, and screen images.

Power source

Battery: 7 hour, 10.8 V rechargeable Li-Ion battery

Battery charging time: 5 hours

Line power: AC power adapter/charger

Power source voltage: 100 V to 240 V AC ±10%

Power source frequency: 50 Hz to 60 Hz

Physical characteristics

Dimensions

Height: 265 mm (10.5 in.)
Width: 190 mm (7.5 in.)
Depth: 70 mm (2.8 in.)

Weight

Net: 2.2 kg (4.8 lb.)
Shipping (base model): 4.7 kg (10.4 lb.)
Shipping (TK model): 7.8 kg (17.1 lb.)

Environmental

Enclosure: IP 41 according to IEC60529S

Temperature

Operating: 0 °C to +45 °C (with battery)
0 °C to +50 °C (without battery)
Nonoperating: –20 °C to +60 °C

Humidity

Operating

0 °C to 10 °C, noncondensing

10 °C to 30 °C, up to 95% relative humidity

30 °C to 40 °C, up to 75% relative humidity

40 °C to 50 °C, up to 45% relative humidity

Nonoperating

–20 °C to 60 °C, relative humidity, noncondensing

Altitude

Operating: Up to 3,000 m (9,843 ft.)
Nonoperating: Up to 12,000 m (39,370 ft.)

Vibration/Shock

Operating: Vibration (Sinusoidal): 3 g max, according to MIL-PRF-28800F, class 2
Shock: 30 g max, according to MIL-PRF-28800F, class 2
Nonoperating: Vibration (Random): 0.03 g2/Hz, according to MIL-PRF-28800F, class 2

Regulatory

Electromagnetic compatibility: EN 61326-1:2006, EN 61326-2-1:2006 for emission and immunity
Safety: UL61010-1:2004; CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010.1-04; EN61010-1:2001, Pollution degree 2; ANSI/ISA-82.02.01

Ordering information

THS3000 models

THS3014: 100 MHz, 2.5 GS/s, 4-channel handheld oscilloscope
THS3014-TK: 100 MHz, 2.5 GS/s, 4-channel handheld oscilloscope with travel kit
THS3024: 200 MHz, 5 GS/s, 4-channel handheld oscilloscope
THS3024-TK: 200 MHz, 5 GS/s, 4-channel handheld oscilloscope with travel kit

Warranty

Three-year warranty covering all parts and labor, excluding probes.

Instrument options

International power plugs

Opt. A0: North America power plug (115 V, 60 Hz)
Opt. A1: Universal Euro power plug (220 V, 50 Hz)
Opt. A2: United Kingdom power plug (240 V, 50 Hz)
Opt. A3: Australia power plug (240 V, 50 Hz)
Opt. A4: North America power plug (240 V, 50 Hz)
Opt. A5: Switzerland power plug (220 V, 50 Hz)
Opt. A6: Japan power plug (100 V, 50/60 Hz)
Opt. A10: China power plug (50 Hz)
Opt. A11: India power plug (50 Hz)

Service options

Opt. SILV400: Standard warranty extended to 5 years

Recommended accessories

Accessories

Accessory	Description
THSBAT	Additional spare battery
THSCHG	Battery charger (does not include AC power adapter)
ACHHS	Instrument soft case
HCHHS	Instrument hard case (standard with TK models)
376-0255-xx	Versatile hanging hook
020-3085-xx	Probe replacement accessory kit
119-7900-xx	AC power adapter

Probes

Probe	Description
THP0301-Y	(Yellow) 300 V, DC to 300 MHz 10X high-voltage probe ¹
THP0301-B	(Blue) 300 V, DC to 300 MHz 10X high-voltage probe¹
THP0301-M	(Magenta) 300 V, DC to 300 MHz 10X high-voltage probe¹
THP0301-G	(Green) 300 V, DC to 300 MHz 10X high-voltage probe¹
A621	2000 A, 5 kHz to 50 kHz AC current probe/BNC
A622	100 A, 100 kHz AC/DC current probe/BNC
P5122	200 MHz passive 100X high-voltage probe
P5150	500 MHz passive 50X high-voltage probe ²
CT2	2.5 A, 200 MHz AC current probe
TCP303/TCPA300	150 A, 15 MHz AC/DC current probe/amplifier
TCP305A/TCPA300	50 A, 50 MHz AC/DC current probe/amplifier
TCP312A/TCPA300	30 A, 100 MHz AC/DC current probe/amplifier
TCP404XL/TCPA400	500 A, 2 MHz AC/DC current probe/amplifier

¹One probe is a standard accessory with the instrument.

²The P5150 probe is fully compatible with THS Series oscilloscopes, but 50X vertical scaling is not offered.