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RTH1012 Rohde & Schwarz Digital Oscilloscope NEW

RTH1012 Rohde & Schwarz Digital Oscilloscope NEW

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Key Features at a Glance

  • 2 fully isolated oscilloscope channels plus integrated digital multimeter
  • 100 MHz analog bandwidth; software-upgradeable up to 500 MHz
  • 5 GSa/s maximum real-time sampling; 10-bit ADC, up to 16-bit with high-resolution decimation
  • Rise time < 3.5 ns (calculated)
  • CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V safety rating across all inputs
  • 7" WVGA 800 × 480 color touch display; IP51 ingress protection
  • ~4 h battery operating time; includes RTH-K15 history and segmented memory option
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RTH1012 — Field-Grade Handheld Oscilloscope

In summary, the Rohde & Schwarz RTH1012 is a 2-channel (with integrated DMM) CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V rated handheld digital oscilloscope built on the R&S Scope Rider RTH platform. 2 oscilloscope channels + integrated digital multimeter, with 100 MHz analog bandwidth, 5 GSa/s peak real-time sampling, a 10-bit ADC (up to 16-bit with high-resolution decimation), and calculated rise time of < 3.5 ns. The R&S RTH-K15 history and segmented memory option ships with the base unit, and the platform is software-upgradeable to higher bandwidth tiers via keycode without returning the instrument.

What is the RTH1012 used for?

The RTH1012 is used for waveform debug and measurement on energized industrial and electrical equipment — motor drives, switching power supplies, photovoltaic inverters, distribution panels, automotive electronics, and field service of installed systems. Its fully isolated inputs and CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V rating allow direct connection to live AC mains and three-phase distribution circuits without an isolation transformer.

Why does 100 MHz bandwidth matter for this application?

Oscilloscope bandwidth governs the highest signal frequency that can be measured with rated accuracy. The standard rule is to choose an instrument with 3 to 5 times the bandwidth of the highest signal frequency in the device under test. At 100 MHz, the RTH1012 delivers a calculated rise time of < 3.5 ns, suitable for the digital edges, switching transients, and PWM waveforms encountered in modern industrial and power-electronics environments.

Quantitative anchors from the datasheet: peak real-time sampling of 5 GSa/s on a single active channel, DC gain accuracy ±1.5% of reading at input sensitivities above 5 mV/div, channel-to-channel isolation greater than 40 dB (measured) at matched input sensitivity, common-mode rejection greater than 100 dB at DC and AC ≤ 100 kHz (measured), timebase accuracy ±10 ppm, and waveform acquisition rate up to 50,000 waveforms/s. Input impedance is 1 MΩ ± 1% in parallel with 12 pF ± 2 pF (measured).

The RTH1012 is built and certified to IEC/EN/DIN EN 61010-1, IEC/EN/DIN EN 61010-2-030, UL/CSA 61010-1, UL/CSA 61010-2-030, plus 61010-2-033 for the integrated DMM. EMC compliance follows CISPR 11 / EN 55011 Group 1 Class A and IEC/EN 61326-1. Environmental qualification covers MIL-PRF-28800F class 3 shock and vibration and IP51 ingress protection per IEC 60529. The instrument carries VDE, CCSAUS, and KC certifications.

Where the RTH1012 fits in a fleet

  • Field service technicians who need bench-grade scope performance at the point of measurement
  • Industrial maintenance, utility, and PV-installation crews working at CAT IV mains potential
  • Pairs with R&S RT-ZI10 / RT-ZI11 isolated probes to preserve full CAT IV / CAT III rating to the tip
  • Bandwidth upgrade keycodes (RTH-B221/B222/B223/B224 for 2-ch; RTH-B241/B242/B243/B244 for 4-ch) extend the platform without instrument replacement

Accessories Supplied

Item Description
Voltage probes One 500 MHz, 10:1, 600 V CAT IV passive voltage probe per oscilloscope input channel
Meter test leads One 600 V CAT IV test lead per meter input
microSD card Installed in the instrument; user data and settings storage
Battery pack Lithium-ion smart battery, 72 Wh, 11.25 V
Power supply External adapter with plugs for EU, CH, UK, US, CAN, China, Australia
RTH-K15 option History and segmented memory option installed with the base unit
Compact manual Printed quick-start reference

Core Specifications

Vertical System (Analog)

Input channels 2 oscilloscope channels + integrated digital multimeter; all inputs floating and fully isolated
Input impedance 1 MΩ ± 1% || 12 pF ± 2 pF (meas.)
Analog bandwidth (−3 dB) ≥ 100 MHz
Lower frequency limit (AC) < 8 Hz (meas.)
Rise time (calculated) < 3.5 ns
ADC resolution 10 bit; up to 16 bit with high-resolution decimation
DC gain accuracy ±1.5% of reading (>5 mV/div); ±2% (>2 mV/div to 5 mV/div); ±2.5% (2 mV/div)
Input sensitivity 2 mV/div to 100 V/div in 1, 2, 4, 5 steps per decade
Max input voltage (BNC) CAT IV 300 V (RMS), 424 V (peak); derates 20 dB/decade above 500 kHz
CMRR > 100 dB at DC and AC ≤ 100 kHz (meas.)

Horizontal & Acquisition

Timebase range 1 ns/div to 500 s/div
Timebase accuracy ±10 ppm
Max real-time sampling 5 GSa/s (1 active channel); 2.5 GSa/s (2 active channels)
Max acquisition length 500 ksample (1 ch, sample mode); 250 ksample (2 ch, sample mode)
Acquisition modes Sample, high resolution, peak detect, envelope, average (2 to 8192 waveforms)
Waveform acquisition rate Max 50,000 waveforms/s

Trigger System

Trigger sources CH1, CH2
Trigger modes Auto, normal, single
Base trigger types Edge, glitch, width, TV/video (PAL/NTSC/SECAM/PAL-M)
With RTH-K19 Pattern, state, runt, slew rate, window, data2clock, serial pattern, timeout, interval, SDTV/HDTV
Hold-off 8 ns to 10 s; 1 to 1,000,000,000 events

Integrated Digital Multimeter

Inputs 4 mm banana, fully isolated from scope inputs, interfaces, and ground
Measurements Voltage DC/AC/AC+DC, current (with clamp or shunt), resistance, continuity, diode, temperature (PT100/PT500), frequency, capacitance
Resolution 10,000 counts, 4 digits
Max input voltage CAT III 1000 V (RMS), CAT IV 600 V (RMS); derates 20 dB/decade above 50 kHz
DC voltage accuracy ±(0.05% + 0.05% of range) on 1 V; ±(0.05% + 0.03% of range) on 10 V / 100 V; ±(0.08% + 0.03% of range) on 1000 V
CMRR / NMRR > 100 dB DC and 50/60 Hz; NMRR > 60 dB at 50/60 Hz (meas.)

Display, Interfaces & Environmental

Display 7.0" LC TFT, 800 × 480 (WVGA)
Interfaces USB host (Type A, 2.0); USB device (mini-B); LAN 10/100BASE-T (RJ-45); microSD slot
Battery / operating time Lithium-ion smart battery, 72 Wh, 11.25 V; approx. 4 h operating; approx. 4 h charging (off)
Operating temperature 0 °C to +50 °C (battery); 0 °C to +40 °C (adapter)
IP rating IP51 per IEC 60529
Shock / vibration 40 g per MIL-STD-810E method 516.4; MIL-PRF-28800F class 3
Dimensions (W × H × D) 201 × 293 × 74 mm (7.91 × 11.54 × 2.91 in)
Weight (with battery) 2.4 kg (5.3 lb) nom.
Calibration interval 1 year

Available Software & Hardware Options

  • Bandwidth upgrades — RTH-B221/B222/B223/B224 (2-ch) or RTH-B241/B242/B243/B244 (4-ch) to 100/200/350/500 MHz
  • RTH-B1 — Mixed signal upgrade, additional 8 logic channels (250 MHz)
  • RTH-K1 — I²C / SPI serial triggering and decoding
  • RTH-K2 — UART / RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 serial triggering and decoding
  • RTH-K3 — CAN / LIN serial triggering and decoding
  • RTH-K9 — CAN-FD (requires RTH-K3)
  • RTH-K10 — SENT serial triggering and decoding
  • RTH-K15 — History and segmented memory (included with base unit)
  • RTH-K18 — Spectrum analysis
  • RTH-K19 — Advanced triggering
  • RTH-K33 — Frequency counter (2 counters)
  • RTH-K34 — Harmonic analysis (up to 64 harmonics, 10 Hz to 1 MHz fundamental)
  • RTH-K38 — User scripting (HTML / JavaScript)
  • RTH-K200 / K200US — Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n
  • RTH-K201 — Web interface remote control

Important note on probes. Maximum input voltage at the BNC inputs derates above 500 kHz per the published input rating curve. To preserve full CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V isolation to the probe tip, use R&S RT-ZI10 or RT-ZI11 isolated probes. Standard 600 V CAT IV passive probes ship with the base unit.

Note on calibration. Manufacturer-recommended calibration interval is 1 year. Optional accredited calibration coverage is available via R&S extended-warranty programs (CW1/CW2, AW1/AW2) — contact your Test Architect for details.

This webpage was written by a human with an A.I. "Intern", which may contain errors. Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. Feedback on this webpage is always welcome — please reach out to your Test Architect at any time for questions or concerns. Thank you, we truly appreciate you being our customer.

Model No

RTH1012

Condition

New

Manufacturer

Rohde & Schwarz

Channels

2

Frequency

100 MHz

Record length

500 ksample

Sampling rate

5 GSa/s