In summary, the Tektronix MSO24 2-BW-200 is a 4-channel mixed signal oscilloscope in the 2 Series MSO family with 200 MHz of analog bandwidth, 2.5 GS/s sample rate, 10 M points of record length per channel, and a 10.1-inch capacitive multi-touch display. It is approximately 1.5 inches thick and supports an optional dual-slot hot-swap battery pack for field use.
What is the MSO24 2-BW-200 used for?
The MSO24 2-BW-200 is used for daily electronic debug and test on the bench, in the lab, and — with the optional battery pack — in the field. Typical workflows include embedded systems development, serial bus capture and decode (I²C, SPI, RS-232/422/485/UART, CAN, CAN FD, LIN, SENT — optional), power-electronics measurement using high-resolution acquisition, and analog/digital co-debug when the optional 16-channel MSO digital input is enabled.
How does this differ from a bench-only oscilloscope?
The 2 Series is purpose-built for portability without giving up modern UI ergonomics. The capacitive touch display supports the same pinch/swipe interactions engineers expect on consumer devices, while the membrane-switch front panel keeps critical controls accessible and rugged. The 100 × 100 mm VESA mount on the back lets it dock at a fixed workstation; the battery pack lets it leave that workstation entirely.
Maximum input is 300 V RMS CAT II with peaks < ±425 V; DC gain accuracy is ±3% derated at 0.10%/°C above 30 °C; trigger sensitivity is the greater of 6 mV or 0.8 div on edge type; time-base accuracy is ±25 ppm over any ≥1 ms interval. Trigger types include edge, pulse width, runt, timeout, logic, setup/hold, rise/fall time, and parallel bus. The optional Arbitrary Function Generator delivers up to 50 MHz waveform generation across thirteen waveform types.
The 2 Series MSO uses the same UI framework as the higher-end 3 Series MDO, 4 Series MSO, 5 Series B MSO, and 6 Series B MSO — making programmatic code portable across the Tektronix next-generation oscilloscope line. It also supports a compatibility mode for the legacy TDS2000, TBS1000, and MSO/DPO2000 programming command sets, easing drop-in replacement in established ATE.
Accessories Supplied
Pre-Owned 2 Series MSO instruments ship with the accessories required for normal bench operation. Specific accessory inclusion — passive probes, power supply, documentation, stand — is determined on a case-by-case basis depending on availability and your application. Contact your Test Architect to confirm what will ship with your unit.
Core Specifications
Below are the verbatim datasheet specifications for the MSO24 2-BW-200. All specs apply to all 2 Series MSO models unless noted; bandwidth-specific values are called out where relevant. Typical specifications are provided for convenience but are not guaranteed unless explicitly marked.
Parameter
Value
Analog Channels
4
Analog Channel Bandwidth
200 MHz
Sample Rate
1.25 GS/s all channels; 2.5 GS/s half channels (interleaved)
Record Length
10 M points per channel
Digital Channels (optional)
16 (P6316 digital probe)
Vertical Resolution
8-bit ADC; up to 16 bits in High-Resolution mode
Input Coupling
AC, DC
Input Impedance (BNC)
1 MΩ ± 1%, 14 pF ± 3 pF
Input Sensitivity Range
1 mV/div to 10 V/div
Maximum Input Voltage
300 V RMS CAT II with peaks < ±425 V (derate at 20 dB/decade between 4.5 MHz and 45 MHz; derate 14 dB between 45 MHz and 450 MHz; above 450 MHz, 5 V RMS)
DC Gain Accuracy
±3% derated at 0.10%/°C above 30 °C
Channel-to-Channel Isolation
100:1 ≤ 100 MHz; 30:1 > 100 MHz
Time Base Range
2 ns/div to 1000 s/div (all channels); 1 ns/div to 1000 s/div (half channels)
Time Base Accuracy
±25 ppm over any ≥1 ms interval
Trigger Modes
Auto, Normal, Single
Trigger Types
Edge, Pulse Width, Timeout, Runt, Logic, Setup/Hold, Rise/Fall, Parallel; optional serial (I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, CAN FD, LIN, SENT)
Trigger Sensitivity (Edge, DC)
Greater of 6 mV or 0.8 div (any analog input); Aux In: 500 mVpp to 250 MHz
Acquisition Modes
Sample, Peak Detect, Averaging (up to 10,240), Envelope, Hi-Res
10.1 in. LCD capacitive multi-touch, 1280 × 800 WXGA
I/O
2× USB 2.0 host, 1× USB 2.0 device (USBTMC), 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet
Power
100–240 V ± 10%, 50–60 Hz; 24 VDC, 2.71 A adapter; 60 W max
Battery (optional 2-BP)
2 slots, hot-swap; up to 4 hr single battery / up to 8 hr dual; 14.52 VDC, 6700 mAh, Li-Ion
Dimensions (instrument only)
210 mm H × 344 mm W × 40.4 mm D
Weight (instrument only)
1.8 kg (4 lb)
Operating Temperature
0 °C to +50 °C
Operating Altitude
Up to 3,000 m
Mounting
Standard VESA MIS-D 100 mm × 100 mm; Kensington-style security lock
Warranty
1-year standard (parts and labor) on instrument and included probes
Important — Bandwidth and Probe Compatibility: The MSO24 2-BW-200 ships with TPP0200 200 MHz 10:1 passive probes from the factory regardless of instrument bandwidth. For full 200 MHz analog performance verify the probe in use is rated for at least that bandwidth. Bandwidth upgrades (e.g., SUP2-BW70T200-2, SUP2-BW100T500-4) are available as field-installable licenses for the same chassis. The optional MSO (16 digital channels) and DVM/frequency counter are released in firmware updates — verify firmware version before assuming feature availability.
About This Pre-Owned Unit
Warranty included.
Functional verification included.
Calibration available as an optional add-on service.
Unnecessary accessories may not be included; contact your Test Architect to confirm anything specific.
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