In the world of electronics and engineering, oscilloscopes are indispensable tools for signal analysis. SIGLENT offers a wide range of budget oscilloscopes that combine high performance with an affordable price. In this article, we will look at three popular series: SDS1000X-E, SDS1000X-U Super Phosphor, and SDS800X HD.

Below is a table with budget models of SIGLENT desktop digital oscilloscopes, their main characteristics and prices:

  Model Bandwidth Number of channels Sampling frequency Memory depth Vertical resolution Price ($)
SDS1104X-U SDS1104X-U 100 MHz 4 1 GS/s 14 M dots 8-bit 480.00
SDS1202X-E SDS1202X-E (HIT!) 200 MHz 2 1 GS/s 14 M dots 8-bit 454.80
SDS814X HD SDS814X HD 100 MHz 4 2 GS/s 50 M dots 12-bit 610.80
SDS822X HD SDS822X HD 200 MHz 2 2 GS/s 100 M dots 12-bit 718.80
SDS1104X-E SDS1104X-E 100 MHz 4 1 GS/s 14 M dots 8-bit 598.80
SDS802X HD SDS802X HD 70 MHz 2 2 GS/s 50 M dots 12-bit 406.80
SDS804X HD SDS804X HD 70 MHz 4 2 GS/s 50 M dots 12-bit 514.80
SDS812X HD SDS812X HD 100 MHz 2 2 GS/s 50 M dots 12-bit 514.80

 

Below, for your reference, we provide a detailed description of each series.

 

Oscilloscope SIGLENT SDS1000X-U Super Phosphor

The SDS1000X-U Super Phosphor series is available in a single bandwidth of 100 MHz. The instruments provide a maximum sampling rate of 1GSa/s and a maximum record length of 14 Mpts. For ease of use, the most common functions are accessible via an intuitive front panel design.

The SDS1000X-U series oscilloscopes use SPO (Super Phosphor Oscilloscope) technology, which provides superior signal quality and performance. The devices have an innovative digital trigger system with high sensitivity and low jitter, as well as a waveform capture rate of up to 400,000 wfms/sec (in sequence mode). The SDS1000X-U series also supports 256-level intensity gradation function and color temperature display, which is not found in other models in this class.

The powerful capabilities of the device include a new FFT mathematical function with 128 k points, providing high resolution when observing signal spectra. The SDS1000X-U series supports search and navigation functions. These features make the SIGLENT SDS1000X-U the best choice in its price segment.

Main characteristics:

  • Bandwidth: 100 MHz
  • Real-time sampling rate: up to 1 GSa/s
  • Next generation SPO technology:
    • Waveform capture rate up to 100,000 wfm/s (normal mode) and 400,000 wfm/s (sequence mode)
    • Support 256-level gradation intensity and color temperature display
  • Recording length up to 14 Mpts
  • Digital synchronization system
  • Smart trigger: edge, slope, pulse width, window, pulse, interval, timeout (Dropout), pattern
  • Synchronization via serial buses and decoding: support for I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, LIN protocols
  • Video trigger: HDTV support
  • 10 types of hot keys: Auto Setup, Default, Cursors, Measure, Roll, History, Display/Persist, Clear Sweep, Zoom, Print
  • Segmented capture mode (sequence): splits the recording length into multiple segments (up to 80,000) based on synchronization conditions
  • Automatic measurement function: for 38 parameters, and also support statistics, scaling, zoning, math, history and reference functions
  • Waveform history recording function: maximum recording length of 80,000 frames
  • 128k points FFT: support for markers and peaks
  • Mathematical functions: FFT, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, integration, differentiation, square root
  • Display: 7-inch TFT LCD with a resolution of 800x480

The SDS1000X-U series oscilloscopes offer a combination of performance, functionality and convenience at an affordable price.

 

SIGLENT SDS1000X-E Super Phosphor Oscilloscopes

The SIGLENT SDS1000X-E Super Phosphor oscilloscope series is available in 100 and 200 MHz bandwidth configurations with 2 or 4 analog channels. The instruments provide a maximum sampling rate of 1GSa/s and a standard record length of 14 Mpts. The intuitive front panel design places the most common functions within easy reach of the user.

The SDS1000X-E oscilloscopes use the latest SPO (Super Phosphor Oscilloscope) technology, which provides excellent signal quality, high performance and reduced noise compared to similar products in the industry. The oscilloscopes have an innovative digital trigger system with high sensitivity, low jitter and a waveform capture rate of up to 400,000 wfms/sec (in sequence mode).

The SDS1000X-E Series also supports 256-level intensity grading and color temperature display modes that are not available in other models in its class. The devices offer powerful triggering modes, including serial bus triggers that are available at no cost and support IIC, SPI, UART, CAN, and LIN. Additional features include waveform history recording, step triggering, 1-Mpt FFT for high-precision signal spectrum analysis, and a hardware coprocessor for fast, accurate measurements.

Main characteristics:

  • Smart trigger: edge, slope, pulse width, window, pulse, interval, timeout (Dropout), pattern
  • Free serial bus synchronization and decoding: IIC, SPI, UART, RS232, CAN, LIN
  • Video trigger: HDTV support
  • Low noise: voltage range from 500 μV/div to 10 V/div
  • Quick buttons (10 functions): Auto Setup, Default, Cursors, Measure, Roll, History, Display/Persist, Clear Sweep, Zoom, Print
  • Segmented write mode (sequence): up to 80,000 segments with minimal dead time
  • Waveform history recording function: maximum length 80,000 frames
  • FFT with 1 Mpt resolution
  • Analysis and Mathematics: Ability to use all 14 Mpts of memory
  • Custom Preset Button Settings
  • Security Erase Mode
  • Hardware-based Pass/Fail function
  • Display: 7-inch TFT-LCD with a resolution of 800x480
  • Interfaces: USB Host, USB Device (USB-TMC), LAN (VXI-11), Pass/Fail, Trigger Out
  • Remote Management: SCPI Command Support
  • Web control (4-channel models): browser interaction without additional software
  • Bode plotting function: control of external generators (SIGLENT SDG or SAG, 4-channel models)

The four-channel models of the SDS1000X-E series digital oscilloscopes also support direct connection via a web server, which is very convenient. Additionally, you can purchase the WiFi option to implement control via a wireless network.

The SIGLENT SDS1000X-E series oscilloscopes, with their feature set and performance, are the best choice in the budget class.

 

High Resolution Oscilloscopes SIGLENT SDS800X HD

The SIGLENT SDS800X HD series of high-resolution digital oscilloscopes feature 12-bit ADCs with sampling rates up to 2 GSa/s and preamplifiers with excellent noise performance. The oscilloscopes are available with bandwidths of 200, 100 and 70 MHz, support a maximum record length of 100 Mpts and provide mixed signal analysis with 2/4 analog channels and 16 digital channels.

The SDS800X HD Series uses proprietary SPO (Super Phosphor Oscilloscope) technology, providing a waveform acquisition rate of up to 120,000 wfms/s in normal mode and up to 500,000 wfms/s in serial mode. The oscilloscopes support 256-level intensity gradation display and color temperature mode. They have an innovative digital trigger system with high sensitivity and low jitter, which supports a wide range of powerful trigger modes, including serial bus.

The tools include functions for recording oscillogram history, search and navigation, mask testing, Bode plotting, and power analysis. The devices are equipped with a wide range of measurement and mathematical functions, an additional 25 MHz arbitrary signal generator, and a function for decoding serial bus signals.

Main characteristics:

  • 12-bit high resolution:

    • ADC with sampling rate up to 2 GSa/s
    • Noise level 70 μVrms @ 200 MHz

  • Channels and bandwidth:

    • 2/4 analog channels, up to 200 MHz bandwidth

  • SPO Technology:

    • Waveform capture rate up to 120,000 wfms/s (normal mode) and 500,000 wfms/s (serial mode)
    • Display with 256 levels of intensity gradation
    • Support color temperature mode

  • Digital trigger:

    • Trigger modes: Edge, Tilt, Pulse Width, Window, Runt, Interval, Timeout, Pattern, HDTV, Skilled, Delay, Setup/Hold Time

  • Segmented Recording:

    • Up to 80,000 segments with minimal dead time

  • History recording function:

    • Maximum length of oscillogram recording is 80,000 frames

  • Mathematics and analysis:

    • 4 math traces (2 Mpts FFT, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, integration, differentiation, etc.)
    • Formula editor

  • Additional features:

    • Tools for searching, navigating, counting, plotting Bode plots and power analysis
    • Hardware accelerated mask testing

  • Display and interfaces:

    • 7-inch TFT-LCD (1024x600), touch screen with multi-touch support
    • USB Host, USB Device (USBTMC), LAN (VXI-11/Telnet/Socket), Pass/Fail, Trigger Out

  • Remote control:

    • Built-in web server for browser control
    • Support for SCPI commands, external mouse and keyboard
    • Synchronization via NTP

Oscilloscopes

Common features

All of these series support various trigger modes, including serial trigger and decoding of I²C, SPI, UART, CAN and LIN protocols. The function of signal history recording and serial trigger allows to expand the signal analysis capabilities. In addition, the new FFT function with a length of 1 Mpoints provides high resolution when observing the signal spectrum. The design also includes a hardware coprocessor, providing fast and accurate measurements.

SIGLENT's SDS800X HD oscilloscopes offer a powerful feature set and high level of accuracy, making them ideal for signal analysis and diagnostics in lab and production environments.

 

SIGLENT offers the SDS1000X-E, SDS1000X-U Super Phosphor and SDS800X HD series of oscilloscopes, which combine high functionality with an affordable price. These models provide measurement accuracy and a wide range of capabilities, making them attractive to engineers, technicians and electronics enthusiasts.

 

For questions on purchasing SIGLENT products, please contact the measuring instruments department of the SEA Company by phone: +38 (044) 330-00-88; e-mail: tmm@sea.com.ua