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In summary, the Tektronix MSO46B is a 6-channel Mixed Signal Oscilloscope from the 4 Series B platform, configured with 1 GHz of analog bandwidth on 6 FlexChannel® inputs. It delivers a 12-bit ADC (16-bit in High Res mode), 6.25 GS/s real-time sample rate on all channels, 31.25 Mpoints standard record length (62.5 Mpoints optional), and a 13.3-inch optically-bonded 1,920 × 1,080 HD capacitive multi-touch display. Each unit ships with one TPP1000 passive probe per channel. The 4 Series B is the second generation of the 4 Series, with a new processing platform that more than doubles responsiveness and significantly accelerates measurements and data transfers.
The MSO46B 1 GHz is used to verify and debug embedded systems, validate power converters, and characterize complex multi-channel designs requiring simultaneous time-domain, frequency-domain, and digital logic visibility. Tektronix identifies the platform as ideal for embedded systems, three-phase power electronics, automotive electronics, power supply design, and DC-to-DC power converters. FlexChannel® lets each input act as analog, eight digital inputs (with TLP058), or simultaneous analog + spectrum — so the instrument is reconfigurable without buying additional hardware.
The 4 Series B uses a 12-bit ADC providing 16× the vertical resolution of traditional 8-bit ADCs, with High Res mode extending to 16 bits at ≤125 MS/s. Lower-noise front-end amplifiers further improve fine-detail resolution — critical for engineers measuring millivolt-level switching ripple on high-voltage rails.
Quantitatively, the MSO46B 1 GHz delivers >500,000 wfms/s standard capture (FastFrame™ to >5,000,000 wfms/s), ≤ 7 ps RMS trigger jitter in sample/edge mode, 36 automated measurements, and an auxiliary trigger input rated ≤ 300 VRMS. Standard 1 MΩ DC gain accuracy is ±1.0% (±2.0% at 1 mV/Div and 500 µV/Div). Time base accuracy is ±2.5 × 10⁻⁶ over any ≥ 1 ms interval. Operating range 0 °C to +50 °C; Measurement CAT II (300 V).
The 4 Series B aligns with standards engineers expect: LXI Core 2016 v1.5; 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet; USB 2.0 Host, USB 3.0 SuperSpeed, USB 2.0 Device (USBTMC); the TekVPI® probe interface; IVI-COM drivers for LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, MATLAB, .NET, Python, and C/C++/C#; and three-phase harmonics analysis per IEEE-519 via optional 4-3PHASE. Optional three-phase electrical analysis (4-3PHASE) is available on the 6-channel model only. Safety: UL 61010-1, 61010-2-030; CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010.1, 61010.2.030; EN 61010-1; IEC 61010-1, 61010-2-030; CE marked; RoHS compliant.
| Passive probes | One TPP1000 per channel — 1 GHz probes (1 GHz/1.5 GHz models) |
|---|---|
| Installation & safety manual | Printed |
| Embedded Help | Built into the instrument |
| Power cord | Selected by region at order |
| Calibration certificate | Documenting traceability to National Metrology Institute(s); ISO 9001 / ISO 17025 quality system registration |
| Warranty | One year on instrument and one year on included probes |
The 4 Series B pairs a 13.3-inch HD optically-bonded display — the largest in its class — with a streamlined front panel: color-coded LED light rings, dedicated Run/Stop, Single Sequence, Force Trigger, Default Setup, Autoset, and Quick-save buttons. Stacked display mode automatically gives each waveform its own graticule slice so every channel uses the full ADC range simultaneously, eliminating the visibility-vs-accuracy trade-off. Variable font sizing (12–20 point) scales the entire UI, and the capacitive touchscreen supports drag, pinch, expand, and swipe gestures.
Behind each FlexChannel®, Tektronix's patented Spectrum View architecture provides both a time-domain decimator and a frequency-domain digital downconverter (DDC). The two acquisition paths run independently, so time-domain settings (sample rate, record length, time/div) and frequency-domain settings (center frequency, span, RBW) can be optimized simultaneously — something math-based FFTs cannot do. Channel Power (CHP), ACPR, and Occupied Bandwidth (OBW) measurements are integrated as standard on each channel.
| FlexChannel inputs / max analog | 6 / 6 |
|---|---|
| Max digital channels (with TLP058) | 48 |
| Configured analog bandwidth | 1 GHz |
| Bandwidth upgrade path | 200 → 350 → 500 → 1000 → 1500 MHz (node-locked / floating license) |
| ADC resolution | 12 bits (extending to 16 bits in High Res mode) |
| Vertical resolution by sample rate | 8b @ 6.25 GS/s; 12b @ 3.125 GS/s; 13b @ 1.25 GS/s; 14b @ 625 MS/s; 15b @ 250 MS/s; 16b @ ≤125 MS/s |
| Sample rate | 6.25 GS/s on all channels (160 ps resolution); 12.5–500 GS/s interpolated |
| Record length (std / opt) | 31.25 Mpoints / 62.5 Mpoints (4-RL-1) |
| Waveform capture rate (typ.) | >500,000 wfms/s; FastFrame™ >5,000,000 wfms/s |
| Aux trigger input | ≤ 300 VRMS (Edge Trigger only) |
| DC Gain Accuracy | 1 MΩ: ±1.0% (±2.0% at 1 mV/Div and 500 µV/Div); 50 Ω: ±1.0% (±2.5% at 1 mV/Div and 500 µV/Div) |
| Input coupling / impedance | DC, AC · 50 Ω ± 1%; 1 MΩ ± 1% with 13.0 pF ± 1.5 pF |
| Input sensitivity | 1 MΩ: 500 µV/div to 10 V/div (1-2-5); 50 Ω: 500 µV/div to 1 V/div (1-2-5) |
| Max input voltage | 50 Ω: 5 VRMS (peaks ≤ ±20 V, DF ≤ 6.25%); 1 MΩ: 300 VRMS (derated above 4.5 MHz) |
| Time base range / accuracy | 20 ps/div to 1,000 s/div · ±2.5 × 10⁻⁶ over any ≥ 1 ms interval |
| Channels per probe / max digital | 8 (D7–D0) per TLP058, traded for 1 analog channel · max 48 |
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| Threshold range / resolution / accuracy | ±40 V · 10 mV · ± [100 mV + 3% of threshold setting] |
| Input dynamic range / min swing (typ.) | 30 Vpp ≤200 MHz, 10 Vpp >200 MHz · 400 mVpp minimum |
| Min pulse width / abs max input / impedance | 1 ns · ±42 V peak · 100 kΩ · 2 pF (typ.) |
| Modes / coupling / holdoff | Auto, Normal, Single · DC, HF Reject (>50 kHz), LF Reject (<50 kHz), Noise Reject · Holdoff 0 ns to 20 s |
|---|---|
| Standard triggers | Edge, Pulse Width, Runt, Timeout, Window, Logic, Setup & Hold, Rise/Fall Time, Parallel Bus, Sequence, Visual Trigger; Video (opt.); RF vs. Time (opt.) |
| Trigger jitter (typ.) | ≤ 7 ps RMS (sample mode, edge-type trigger) |
| Acquisition modes | Sample · Peak Detect (640 ps glitches at all sweep speeds) · Averaging (2–10,240) · Envelope · High Res · FastAcq® · Roll · History · FastFrame™ |
| FastAcq® rate | >500,000 wfms/s one channel; >100,000 wfms/s all channels |
| FastFrame™ trigger rate | >5,000,000 wfms/s; up to 1,500,000 frames at 50-pt frames |
I²C, SPI, eSPI, I3C, RS-232/422/485/UART, SPMI, SMBus, CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay, SENT, PSI5, CXPI, USB 2.0 (LS/FS/HS), eUSB2, Ethernet (10/100), EtherCAT, Audio (I²S/LJ/RJ/TDM), MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Spacewire, NRZ, Manchester, SVID, SDLC, 1-Wire, MDIO, and NFC. Parallel buses up to 48 bits wide are standard and may combine analog and digital channels.
The instrument uses the TekVPI® probe interface, supporting direct attachment of TekVPI active, differential, and current probes — including TIVP Series IsoVu™ isolated probes — without external power. Up to 80 W is available at the front-panel connectors. Each MSO46B ships with one passive probe per channel matched to model bandwidth: TPP0250 (200 MHz models), TPP0500B (350/500 MHz models), TPP1000 (1 GHz/1.5 GHz models).
Important — Probe Selection: Included passive probes match the configured bandwidth. To realize the full 1 GHz at the probe tip, ensure any connected probe is rated at or above the instrument bandwidth. For low-voltage / low-loading work, the optional TPP0502 (500 MHz, 2× attenuation, 12.7 pF) is recommended. For floating, high-common-mode, or high-voltage differential measurements (inverters, SiC/GaN power, current shunts), the TIVP Series IsoVu™ optically isolated probes are appropriate — up to 1 GHz bandwidth, 120 dB CMRR @ 100 MHz, 2,500 V differential dynamic range, 60 kV common-mode range.
| Display | 13.3 in (338 mm) optically-bonded LCD · 1,920 × 1,080 HD · capacitive multi-touch · Overlay/Stacked modes · variable font 12–20 pt |
|---|---|
| Processor / OS / storage | Intel x6413E Elkhart Lake 4-core at 1.5 / 3.0 GHz · Closed Linux · 64 GB eMMC |
| Interfaces | Front: 3× USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Host · Rear: 2× USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Host, 1× USB 2.0 Device (USBTMC), 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet, HDMI 1080p, external 10 MHz reference (±4 ppm), Aux BNC out · LXI Core 2016 v1.5 · Kensington lock |
| Power / dimensions / weight | 400 W max · 100–240 V ±10% · H 11.299 in · W 15.9 in · D 6.1 in · MSO46B: <16.55 lbs (7.5 kg) · 7U rackmount with optional RM4 kit |
| Operating temperature / altitude / humidity | 0 °C to +50 °C · up to 3,000 m operating (12,000 m non-op) · 5–90% RH to +40 °C, 5–50% RH +40 to +50 °C, non-condensing |
| Safety / regulatory | UL 61010-1 & 61010-2-030; CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010.1 & 61010.2.030; EN 61010-1; IEC 61010-1 & 61010-2-030; CE; RoHS; CAT II (300 V) |
Important Note — Software Options: Software options ship as license keys and are not always pre-installed. Contact your Test Architect before ordering if a specific bundle, decode option, or analysis package is required for your application — we will confirm which options can be activated on the unit you are quoted and whether perpetual or subscription licensing best matches your budget cycle.
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