Date: 21/04/2011

$790 priced Oscilloscope from Tektronix for EE students and first timers

Tektronix, Inc. has unveiled the new TDS1000C-EDU Digital Oscilloscope Series designed for first-time oscilloscope users and students. The new model is designed for learner and students and also priced in low range of $790. It also includes an Education Resource CD to help students master the use of an oscilloscope. The TDS1000C-EDU series include 40-, 60- and 100 MHz models.

"It almost goes without saying that for students to learn about the use of an oscilloscope, they actually have to use an oscilloscope themselves - it's not enough to read the manual or watch someone else use it," said Mike Flaherty, general manager Bench Instruments, Tektronix. "That's why we're so excited about the TDS1000C-EDU because it puts the world's standard for oscilloscopes within reach of high school and university students around the world."

The new scopes provide digital real-time sampling on all channels to characterize wide range of signal types on all channels simultaneously. Flexible triggering options such as edge trigger, pulse width trigger and line selectable triggering is featured. Standard FFT, waveform math (+, -, x), screen cursors and 16 automated measurements are provided. Feature an intuitive front panel with dedicated controls and USB connectivity, built-in help menus, an autoset function for easily setting up the oscilloscope (which can be disabled by the instructor), an automated probe check wizard and multiple language support.

The included Education Resource CD provides critical tools to help students master the use of an oscilloscope, including two labs and instructor's guides, and two primers. The Introduction to Oscilloscopes Student Lab and Instructor's Guide explains the basics of oscilloscope operation complete with hands-on exercises for students. The Introduction to Oscilloscope Probes Student Lab and Instructor's Guide explains the fundamentals of probing and how probes can affect measurement quality. The two Primers included are Tektronix' most popular and widely-used: the XYZs of Oscilloscopes and ABCs of Probes. Collectively, they give educators important tools for simplifying the integration of the TDS1000C-EDU Series into their existing curriculum.

Every TDS1000C-EDU model ships with a general-purpose passive probe for each analog channel, and a 3-year warranty.

For more details visit www.tektronix.com