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DS1202Z-E

DS1202Z-E

Rigol Technologies
200 MHz Bench, Digital Oscilloscopes RS232, USB Interface LCD - Color Display 2 Analog Channel CAT I 300V Record, Playback
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Overview

The DS1202Z-E is a high-performance 200 MHz digital oscilloscope featuring two analog channels and Rigol's UltraVision technology. It provides a significant 24 Mpts memory depth and a waveform capture rate up to 30,000 wfms/s, making it suitable for capturing infrequent signal anomalies. The instrument includes a 7-inch WVGA intensity-graded color display and integrated interfaces for LAN, USB Host, and USB Device connectivity.

Why Choose This Part

This oscilloscope stands out by offering a high 200 MHz bandwidth at an entry-level price point, coupled with a deep 24 Mpts memory buffer. Its UltraVision technology provides a multi-level intensity grading that mimics the behavior of analog phosphors, making it easier to visualize complex signal behavior and noise. Additionally, the inclusion of hardware-based real-time waveform recording and playback ensures that intermittent glitches can be captured and reviewed in detail.

Applications

High-Speed Digital Debugging
The 200 MHz bandwidth allows for accurate rise time measurements and signal integrity analysis on high-speed serial buses and clock lines.
Embedded System Troubleshooting
Utilize the 24 Mpts deep memory to capture long sequences of data for hardware-software interaction analysis.
Power Supply Characterization
Analyze switching noise, ripple, and transient response on DC-DC converters using the intensity-graded display to spot jitter.
Education and Lab Prototyping
Provides a professional-grade toolset for students and engineers to visualize complex waveforms during the prototyping phase.

Key Specifications

Type Bench, Digital
Channels 2 Analog
Function Record, Playback
Bandwidth 200 MHz
Interface RS232, USB
Probe Type Passive 10:1 (2)
Memory Size 24Mpts
Display Type LCD - Color
Input Impedance 1M - 15pF
Rise Time (Typ) 1.75 ns
Voltage - Supply 100 ~ 240VAC
Voltage - Input (Max) CAT I 300V
Sampling Rate (Per Second) 1G

Getting Started

To begin using the DS1202Z-E, connect the provided passive probes and perform a probe compensation using the 1 kHz square wave reference on the front panel. Integration into automated test environments is supported via the LAN or USB Device ports using standard SCPI commands or Rigol's Ultra Sigma software. For remote monitoring, the instrument can be interfaced with a PC to capture screenshots or log waveform data for offline analysis.

Also Consider

Siglent SDS1202X-E Siglent Technologies - Offers a similar 200 MHz 2-channel specification but features a higher waveform capture rate of 100,000 wfms/s.
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