Tektronix DPO718AX 8 GHz Digital Phosphor Oscilloscope
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- Analog Bandwidth: 8 GHz
- Analog Channels: 8
- Sample Rate:
- 4 @ 125 GS/s
- 8 @ 62.5 GS/s
- Record Length: Up to 2 Gpoints
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Description
The 7 Series DPO now offers the world’s first 8-channel oscilloscope with bandwidths ranging from 8 GHz to 25 GHz per channel, delivering a new level of visibility into complex, multi-channel systems.
Available with 4 or 8 channels, it combines unparalleled signal fidelity, high ENOB, low noise and jitter, fast measurement throughput, and the award-winning TekScope® user interface.
The 7 Series DPO is designed for demanding high-speed serial, high-energy physics, and wideband RF applications. It is compatible with TekConnect™ probes and adapters.
World’s First 8-Channel 25 GHz Oscilloscope
Industry‑leading channel density at 25 GHz per channel with flexible acquisition modes, allows users to optimize channel count, sample rate, and noise performance to match their measurement needs.
Highlights:
- Unparalleled flexibility especially for rackmount applications where both channel density with highest signal fidelity are paramount. Choose between 4 channels @ 125 GS/s or 8 channels @ 62.5 GS/s
- Quick connect/disconnect with 4 channels using the 2.92 mm Planar Crown® 50 Ω connector system and 4 TekConnect™ channels
- Capture twice the sensor coverage with 8 channels or maximize performance with 125 GS/s sample rate in 4-channel mode for single-shot experiments
- Gain system-level visibility by capturing RF and other analog signals simultaneously with phase-synchronous timing, with independent control and analysis of each channel
- Get faster multi-lane serial bus testing and characterization with simplified test set up, unmatched throughput, and tighter synchronization
Low Noise, High ENOB - Unmatched Measurement Results
Maximize test margins with the low noise and high effective number of bits (ENOB). Superior measurement accuracy, sensitivity and precision are enabled with our proprietary Tek85 low noise preamp, Tek79 12-bit ADC and advanced DSP algorithms for accurate capture and measurement.
Highlights
- Resolve and measure low amplitude signals with low noise (523 µV at 8 GHz (0.10% FS) to 1.13 mV at 25 GHz (0.23% FS), 500 mV full scale)
- High Effective Number of Bits (ENOB) enables high resolution signal digitization (7.7 bits at 8 GHz to 6.7 bits at 25 GHz, 125 GS/s, 500 mV full scale, signal 80% of full scale. For more detail refer to datasheet.)
- QuietChannel™ Technology further minimizes the noise from the oscilloscope signal path utilizing active CTLE (Continuous Time Linear Equalization) to compensate for channel loss
- Fully automatic, built-in Signal Path Compensation (SPC) requires no user intervention to ensure optimal measurement accuracy by adjusting internal gain, offset, and frequency response
Minimize Test Times with 11x Throughput
With the built-in 10 Gbps SFP+ port and the TekHSI™ technology, the 7 Series DPO allows for up to 11x throughput of large waveform datasets to a PC enabling acquisition and analysis to be performed in parallel for faster workflows.
Highlights
- TekHSI technology is based on gRPC low latency framework to enable fetch and streaming data transfer almost as fast as the physical bandwidth of the link. Use with available C# and Python libraries.
- 10 Gbps SFP+ port accepts choice of RJ-45 electrical, fiber optic, or direct attach transceiver modules
- TekScope PC software natively supports the high-speed interface along with offline and remote oscilloscope-like analysis capabilities
Get to Results Faster with an Award-Winning User Experience
Move faster with the 15.6-inch full HD display and award-winning TekScope® user interface. It simplifies complex analysis while maintaining the responsiveness and precision expected from a high-performance oscilloscope.
Highlights
- Large 15.6-inch 1080p touchscreen delivers exceptional visibility and ease of use
- Award-winning TekScope UI experience shared across 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 Series oscilloscopes reduces learning time
- Well organized menu structure to quickly navigate settings, set up the instrument, configure measurements, and move through acquired data
- Responsive touchscreen optimized for touch controls simplify waveform exploration and advanced analysis
- One-button Jitter Measurement Summary simplifies set-up of key plots, diagrams, and measurement results across multiple channels
- Available with embedded or Windows OS on a removable SSD
What’s Included
- Hard carrying case (HC7B)
- Accessories case
- Five (5) TCA292D TekConnect™ to 2.92 mm adapters
- Four (4) Planar Crown™ to 2.92 mm adapters (DPO718AX only)
- Five (5) backing wrench card tools for coax cables
- Torque wrench, 8.0 in-lbs
- Static protection wrist strap, adjustable, 6 ft coiled cord
- Slot for optional 7-WIN SSD (embedded OS SSD installed in instrument)
- Front cover
- Power cord
- Comprehensive built-in online help
- Certificate of traceability
- 1-year warranty on instrument
Photonic Doppler Velocimetry
Improve measurement accuracy of single-shot applications with the new 8-channel model. Capture twice the sensor coverage with 8 channels or maximize performance with 125 GS/s sample rate in 4-channel mode. Built on Tektronix' legacy of exceptional single-shot signal fidelity, it delivers the bandwidth and sample rate needed to accurately represent events.
Highlights
- New 8-channel model gives flexibility between double coverage of experiments at 62.5 GS/s sample rate or a high sample rate of 125 GS/s on 4 channels
- Get lower velocity uncertainty with low noise and high ENOB for the highest signal fidelity combined with deep record lengths up to 2G for long-duration single capture
- Precise channel-to-channel timing stability to ensure accurate multi-channel measurements
- Transfer data up to 11x faster to an external computer using TekHSI™ and 10Gbps SFP+ port. Data is pushed to connected clients ensuring data is off-loaded as quickly as possible
- Tightly synchronize the 7 Series DPO with other equipment using the oscilloscope’s low-latency (<20 ns) trigger in-to-out capability
Advanced Research Diagnostics
The ideal companion tool for high energy physics, particle accelerators, optical and RF diagnostic instrumentation, astrophysics radio detection, plasma/fusion research, and materials and explosives research. Get rich datasets and precise models with the world's first 8U 8-channel digitizer at 25 GHz per channel.
Highlights
- Get lower velocity and position uncertainty with industry-leading ENOB.
- Unmatched channel density, sample rate flexibility, and precision with 4 channels at 125 GS/s sample rate for lowest noise or 8 channels at 62.5 GS/s for double the channels (e.g., for added sensor coverage)
- Tightly synchronize the digitizer with other equipment using low-latency (<20 ns) trigger in-to-out capability
- Get the highest precision jump off timing resolution with 125 GS/s sampling rate, low noise, and high ENOB combined with deep record lengths up to 2G for long-duration signal capture
High Speed Serial Compliance Testing and Debug
Test to current and emerging standards and reduce your time to market. Automated compliance testing software manages the whole testing process – set-up, making measurements, checking against limits, and generating detailed reports.
Highlights
- Save time with fast automated compliance testing software for technologies like PCIe, USB, DisplayPort, HDMI, DDR, LPDDR and C-PHY, D-PHY and more
- Get comprehensive jitter and eye-diagram analysis (option DJA) with detailed jitter breakdown, unmatched flexibility, and visualization. Easily compare results by analyzing multiple signals simultaneously with the same or different clock recovery settings
- Maximize test margins with low noise and low intrinsic jitter
- Transfer data up to 11x faster to an external computer using the TekHSI capability and 10 Gbps SFP+ port. Data is immediately pushed to connected clients ensuring data is off-loaded as quickly as possible
- 8 synchronous high-speed channels in the same oscilloscope allow for faster multi-lane serial bus testing and characterization
Wideband RF Systems
Perform measurement and analysis of wideband RF signals in electronic warfare, multi-emitter environments, radar, command communication and control, satellite communications, and SIGINT. Get industry-leading DANL, SFDR, EVM, and Phase Noise with the perks of using an oscilloscope including faster data transfer, 8 channels for easy signal connectivity, and flexibility to perform offline analysis.
Highlights
- Gain system-level visibility by capturing RF and other analog signals simultaneously with phase-synchronous timing, with independent control and analysis of each channel
- Resolve interdependent system integration issues faster with independent configuration settings on each channel and analyze signals on all 8 channels
- Get up to 8 channels of simultaneous capture of threats and system responses with a comprehensive pulse characterization in SignalVu-PC software
- Move faster with tight integration of SignalVu-PC software and the oscilloscope environment for detailed RF pulse characterization, and comprehensive analog and digital RF modulation analysis
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7 Series DPO Highlights
Discover the new Tektronix 7 Series DPO oscilloscope - built for breakthroughs. Custom ASICs and 10-bit ADC deliver exceptional signal fidelity and measurement accuracy. Analyze faster with a high-speed signal path, intuitive touchscreen UI, and rapid data offloading via the 10 Gbps SFP+ ethernet port.
7 Series DPO - Full Product Overview
This video explores some of the most impactful features and capabilities of the 7 Series DPO.
- Learn about the award-winning user interface and just how easy it is to configure and use.
- Visually see the ENOB performance of the 7 Series DPO versus a traditional 8-bit oscilloscope.
- Discover much of what the powerful measurement system can do, from the multiple views of data to the ease of configuration.
- Learn how to quickly make jitter measurements on multiple signals simultaneously to improve your efficiency in debugging high speed serial systems.
- And see in action the combination of the fast built-in TekHSI™ server and 10 Gbps SFP+ Ethernet port to quickly move data off the instrument and to your external PC or network drive.
7 Series DPO - Intuitive User Interface, Award-winning Experience
This video showcases the 7 Series DPO's built-for-touch user interface, integrating a full HD touchscreen display that enables you to effortlessly build the view you desire. See how easy it is to navigate long records and quickly move to areas of interest. You will also see how simple Math waveforms can be created easily. All this plus more to kick start your ability to get to answers quickly.
7 Series DPO - Maximize Test Margins with Lowest Noise and Highest Effective Numbers of Bits (ENOB)
This video demonstrates how good the noise performance and effective number of bits is on the 7 Series DPO. You will visually see the difference between the 7 Series DPO with it's 10-bit analog-to-digital convertor and a traditional 8-bit oscilloscope.
7 Series DPO - Powerful Measurement System
This video highlights of few of the many powerful measurement capabilities within 7 Series DPO. Learn about the flexible options for displaying measurement results and how to configure the layout to suit your needs. Discover how to efficiently navigate between previous and next measurements, and locate minimum and maximum values within a record. Also covered is an array of methods for gating measurements - whether applied globally across the entire set of measurements, locally to individual ones, or as a hybrid of both approaches.
7 Series DPO - Jitter Measurements Made Fast and Accurate
In this video learn how the 7 Series DPO makes jitter measurements quick and easy. See how fast it is to create a Jitter Summary measurement along with helpful views of the measurements like an eye diagram, bathtub curve, and jitter histogram and spectrum. Conduct jitter measurements on multiple signals at the same time making it easy to compare values on multiple signals of interest.
7 Series DPO - 10x Faster Data Transfers Saves Time
This video demonstrates several tools for transferring data from the 7 Series DPO to an external PC up to 10x faster than previous generations.
- See how the built-in TekHSI™ server pushes data as fast as possible to externally connected clients.
- Get a glimpse of how to simplify your test automation by leveraging Python libraries available on Tektronix’s GitHub.
- Discover how easy it is to offload data utilizing the configurable 10 Gbps SFP+ Ethernet port.
De-Embedding PCB Cable & Fixture Effects for Accurate Eye Diagram Measurements with an Oscilloscope
Accurate validation of high-speed designs requires removing signal-path impairments to reveal true performance, particularly for jitter and eye-diagram analysis.
This video demonstrates how you can easily de embed cables, connectors, and PCB traces, add virtual test points, and explore what if scenarios—all directly on an oscilloscope with the new Signal Integrity Modeling software.
You will see:
- How to easily build de-embed models
- Adding virtual test points anywhere in the signal path
- Validate configurations using built-in S-parameter plots
- The capability to compare multiple models in parallel for complex signal path exploration
The 7 Series DPO now offers the world’s first 8-channel oscilloscope with bandwidths ranging from 8 GHz to 25 GHz per channel, delivering a new level of visibility into complex, multi-channel systems.
Available with 4 or 8 channels, it combines unparalleled signal fidelity, high ENOB, low noise and jitter, fast measurement throughput, and the award-winning TekScope® user interface.
The 7 Series DPO is designed for demanding high-speed serial, high-energy physics, and wideband RF applications. It is compatible with TekConnect™ probes and adapters.
World’s First 8-Channel 25 GHz Oscilloscope
Industry‑leading channel density at 25 GHz per channel with flexible acquisition modes, allows users to optimize channel count, sample rate, and noise performance to match their measurement needs.
Highlights:
- Unparalleled flexibility especially for rackmount applications where both channel density with highest signal fidelity are paramount. Choose between 4 channels @ 125 GS/s or 8 channels @ 62.5 GS/s
- Quick connect/disconnect with 4 channels using the 2.92 mm Planar Crown® 50 Ω connector system and 4 TekConnect™ channels
- Capture twice the sensor coverage with 8 channels or maximize performance with 125 GS/s sample rate in 4-channel mode for single-shot experiments
- Gain system-level visibility by capturing RF and other analog signals simultaneously with phase-synchronous timing, with independent control and analysis of each channel
- Get faster multi-lane serial bus testing and characterization with simplified test set up, unmatched throughput, and tighter synchronization
Low Noise, High ENOB - Unmatched Measurement Results
Maximize test margins with the low noise and high effective number of bits (ENOB). Superior measurement accuracy, sensitivity and precision are enabled with our proprietary Tek85 low noise preamp, Tek79 12-bit ADC and advanced DSP algorithms for accurate capture and measurement.
Highlights
- Resolve and measure low amplitude signals with low noise (523 µV at 8 GHz (0.10% FS) to 1.13 mV at 25 GHz (0.23% FS), 500 mV full scale)
- High Effective Number of Bits (ENOB) enables high resolution signal digitization (7.7 bits at 8 GHz to 6.7 bits at 25 GHz, 125 GS/s, 500 mV full scale, signal 80% of full scale. For more detail refer to datasheet.)
- QuietChannel™ Technology further minimizes the noise from the oscilloscope signal path utilizing active CTLE (Continuous Time Linear Equalization) to compensate for channel loss
- Fully automatic, built-in Signal Path Compensation (SPC) requires no user intervention to ensure optimal measurement accuracy by adjusting internal gain, offset, and frequency response
Minimize Test Times with 11x Throughput
With the built-in 10 Gbps SFP+ port and the TekHSI™ technology, the 7 Series DPO allows for up to 11x throughput of large waveform datasets to a PC enabling acquisition and analysis to be performed in parallel for faster workflows.
Highlights
- TekHSI technology is based on gRPC low latency framework to enable fetch and streaming data transfer almost as fast as the physical bandwidth of the link. Use with available C# and Python libraries.
- 10 Gbps SFP+ port accepts choice of RJ-45 electrical, fiber optic, or direct attach transceiver modules
- TekScope PC software natively supports the high-speed interface along with offline and remote oscilloscope-like analysis capabilities
Get to Results Faster with an Award-Winning User Experience
Move faster with the 15.6-inch full HD display and award-winning TekScope® user interface. It simplifies complex analysis while maintaining the responsiveness and precision expected from a high-performance oscilloscope.
Highlights
- Large 15.6-inch 1080p touchscreen delivers exceptional visibility and ease of use
- Award-winning TekScope UI experience shared across 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 Series oscilloscopes reduces learning time
- Well organized menu structure to quickly navigate settings, set up the instrument, configure measurements, and move through acquired data
- Responsive touchscreen optimized for touch controls simplify waveform exploration and advanced analysis
- One-button Jitter Measurement Summary simplifies set-up of key plots, diagrams, and measurement results across multiple channels
- Available with embedded or Windows OS on a removable SSD
What’s Included
- Hard carrying case (HC7B)
- Accessories case
- Five (5) TCA292D TekConnect™ to 2.92 mm adapters
- Four (4) Planar Crown™ to 2.92 mm adapters (DPO718AX only)
- Five (5) backing wrench card tools for coax cables
- Torque wrench, 8.0 in-lbs
- Static protection wrist strap, adjustable, 6 ft coiled cord
- Slot for optional 7-WIN SSD (embedded OS SSD installed in instrument)
- Front cover
- Power cord
- Comprehensive built-in online help
- Certificate of traceability
- 1-year warranty on instrument
Photonic Doppler Velocimetry
Improve measurement accuracy of single-shot applications with the new 8-channel model. Capture twice the sensor coverage with 8 channels or maximize performance with 125 GS/s sample rate in 4-channel mode. Built on Tektronix' legacy of exceptional single-shot signal fidelity, it delivers the bandwidth and sample rate needed to accurately represent events.
Highlights
- New 8-channel model gives flexibility between double coverage of experiments at 62.5 GS/s sample rate or a high sample rate of 125 GS/s on 4 channels
- Get lower velocity uncertainty with low noise and high ENOB for the highest signal fidelity combined with deep record lengths up to 2G for long-duration single capture
- Precise channel-to-channel timing stability to ensure accurate multi-channel measurements
- Transfer data up to 11x faster to an external computer using TekHSI™ and 10Gbps SFP+ port. Data is pushed to connected clients ensuring data is off-loaded as quickly as possible
- Tightly synchronize the 7 Series DPO with other equipment using the oscilloscope’s low-latency (<20 ns) trigger in-to-out capability
Advanced Research Diagnostics
The ideal companion tool for high energy physics, particle accelerators, optical and RF diagnostic instrumentation, astrophysics radio detection, plasma/fusion research, and materials and explosives research. Get rich datasets and precise models with the world's first 8U 8-channel digitizer at 25 GHz per channel.
Highlights
- Get lower velocity and position uncertainty with industry-leading ENOB.
- Unmatched channel density, sample rate flexibility, and precision with 4 channels at 125 GS/s sample rate for lowest noise or 8 channels at 62.5 GS/s for double the channels (e.g., for added sensor coverage)
- Tightly synchronize the digitizer with other equipment using low-latency (<20 ns) trigger in-to-out capability
- Get the highest precision jump off timing resolution with 125 GS/s sampling rate, low noise, and high ENOB combined with deep record lengths up to 2G for long-duration signal capture
High Speed Serial Compliance Testing and Debug
Test to current and emerging standards and reduce your time to market. Automated compliance testing software manages the whole testing process – set-up, making measurements, checking against limits, and generating detailed reports.
Highlights
- Save time with fast automated compliance testing software for technologies like PCIe, USB, DisplayPort, HDMI, DDR, LPDDR and C-PHY, D-PHY and more
- Get comprehensive jitter and eye-diagram analysis (option DJA) with detailed jitter breakdown, unmatched flexibility, and visualization. Easily compare results by analyzing multiple signals simultaneously with the same or different clock recovery settings
- Maximize test margins with low noise and low intrinsic jitter
- Transfer data up to 11x faster to an external computer using the TekHSI capability and 10 Gbps SFP+ port. Data is immediately pushed to connected clients ensuring data is off-loaded as quickly as possible
- 8 synchronous high-speed channels in the same oscilloscope allow for faster multi-lane serial bus testing and characterization
Wideband RF Systems
Perform measurement and analysis of wideband RF signals in electronic warfare, multi-emitter environments, radar, command communication and control, satellite communications, and SIGINT. Get industry-leading DANL, SFDR, EVM, and Phase Noise with the perks of using an oscilloscope including faster data transfer, 8 channels for easy signal connectivity, and flexibility to perform offline analysis.
Highlights
- Gain system-level visibility by capturing RF and other analog signals simultaneously with phase-synchronous timing, with independent control and analysis of each channel
- Resolve interdependent system integration issues faster with independent configuration settings on each channel and analyze signals on all 8 channels
- Get up to 8 channels of simultaneous capture of threats and system responses with a comprehensive pulse characterization in SignalVu-PC software
- Move faster with tight integration of SignalVu-PC software and the oscilloscope environment for detailed RF pulse characterization, and comprehensive analog and digital RF modulation analysis
7 Series DPO Highlights
Discover the new Tektronix 7 Series DPO oscilloscope - built for breakthroughs. Custom ASICs and 10-bit ADC deliver exceptional signal fidelity and measurement accuracy. Analyze faster with a high-speed signal path, intuitive touchscreen UI, and rapid data offloading via the 10 Gbps SFP+ ethernet port.
7 Series DPO - Full Product Overview
This video explores some of the most impactful features and capabilities of the 7 Series DPO.
- Learn about the award-winning user interface and just how easy it is to configure and use.
- Visually see the ENOB performance of the 7 Series DPO versus a traditional 8-bit oscilloscope.
- Discover much of what the powerful measurement system can do, from the multiple views of data to the ease of configuration.
- Learn how to quickly make jitter measurements on multiple signals simultaneously to improve your efficiency in debugging high speed serial systems.
- And see in action the combination of the fast built-in TekHSI™ server and 10 Gbps SFP+ Ethernet port to quickly move data off the instrument and to your external PC or network drive.
7 Series DPO - Intuitive User Interface, Award-winning Experience
This video showcases the 7 Series DPO's built-for-touch user interface, integrating a full HD touchscreen display that enables you to effortlessly build the view you desire. See how easy it is to navigate long records and quickly move to areas of interest. You will also see how simple Math waveforms can be created easily. All this plus more to kick start your ability to get to answers quickly.
7 Series DPO - Maximize Test Margins with Lowest Noise and Highest Effective Numbers of Bits (ENOB)
This video demonstrates how good the noise performance and effective number of bits is on the 7 Series DPO. You will visually see the difference between the 7 Series DPO with it's 10-bit analog-to-digital convertor and a traditional 8-bit oscilloscope.
7 Series DPO - Powerful Measurement System
This video highlights of few of the many powerful measurement capabilities within 7 Series DPO. Learn about the flexible options for displaying measurement results and how to configure the layout to suit your needs. Discover how to efficiently navigate between previous and next measurements, and locate minimum and maximum values within a record. Also covered is an array of methods for gating measurements - whether applied globally across the entire set of measurements, locally to individual ones, or as a hybrid of both approaches.
7 Series DPO - Jitter Measurements Made Fast and Accurate
In this video learn how the 7 Series DPO makes jitter measurements quick and easy. See how fast it is to create a Jitter Summary measurement along with helpful views of the measurements like an eye diagram, bathtub curve, and jitter histogram and spectrum. Conduct jitter measurements on multiple signals at the same time making it easy to compare values on multiple signals of interest.
7 Series DPO - 10x Faster Data Transfers Saves Time
This video demonstrates several tools for transferring data from the 7 Series DPO to an external PC up to 10x faster than previous generations.
- See how the built-in TekHSI™ server pushes data as fast as possible to externally connected clients.
- Get a glimpse of how to simplify your test automation by leveraging Python libraries available on Tektronix’s GitHub.
- Discover how easy it is to offload data utilizing the configurable 10 Gbps SFP+ Ethernet port.
De-Embedding PCB Cable & Fixture Effects for Accurate Eye Diagram Measurements with an Oscilloscope
Accurate validation of high-speed designs requires removing signal-path impairments to reveal true performance, particularly for jitter and eye-diagram analysis.
This video demonstrates how you can easily de embed cables, connectors, and PCB traces, add virtual test points, and explore what if scenarios—all directly on an oscilloscope with the new Signal Integrity Modeling software.
You will see:
- How to easily build de-embed models
- Adding virtual test points anywhere in the signal path
- Validate configurations using built-in S-parameter plots
- The capability to compare multiple models in parallel for complex signal path exploration