Appendix A: Specifications
I/O Ports
Ethernet port
10BaseT RJ-45 female co nnector (all models)
GPIB interface Available in optional accessory TDS3GV
RS-232 interface
DB-9 male connector, available in optional
accessory TDS3GV
USB flash d rive port USB flash drive connector (all models)
VGA signal output DB-15 female connector, 31.6 kHz sync rate,
EIA RS-343A compliant, available in optional
accessory TDS3GV
Probe co mpensat or
output, typical
5.0 V into ≥1MΩ load,
Frequency = 1 kHz
Miscellaneous
Nonvolatile me
mory
Typical retention time ≥ 5 years for front-panel
settings, unlimited for saved waveforms and
setups
Internal clock
Provides date/time stamp for stored data and
the current time and date to the front panel, if
enabled.
Power source
AC line power Operates the oscilloscope and charges the
optional internal battery
Source voltage 100 V
RMS
to 240 V
RMS
± 10%, continuous range
Source frequency
47
Hz to 440 Hz
Power consumption 75 W maximum
Battery power
Optional accessory TDS3BATC, rechargeable
Li-Ion battery pack
Operating time, typical
3 hours, depending on operating conditions
Battery charge time,
typical
32 hours in the oscilloscope, 6 hours in the
optional externa l charger TDS3CHG
Line fuse
Internal, not replaceable
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