The HP 54540C Oscilloscope is the highest performance oscilloscope in the 54540 series. It offers 2 GSa/s sampling rate and 125 MHz bandwidth, as well as 500 MSa/s sampling rate and 125 MHz bandwidth. It also has a record length of 32,768 points and 8-bit or 10-bit resolution.
This data sheet provides the technical specifications for the Agilent 54540C oscilloscope, covering general performance parameters like maximum sample rate, number of channels, record length and resolution. Vertical and horizontal specifications detail bandwidth, sensitivity, input impedance and timing accuracy.
Additional sections describe trigger capabilities, display options, optional accessories, I/O interfaces, FFT functions and environmental characteristics such as power requirements, weight and dimensions.
| Maximum Sample Rate | 2 GSa/s (1 CH on), 1 GSa/s (3‑4 CH on) |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 4 |
| Record Length | 32,768 points (real‑time maximum) |
| Resolution | 8 bits (10 bits via HP‑IB with averaging) |
| Repetitive Bandwidth | 500 MHz (equivalent time) |
| Real‑Time Bandwidth | 125 MHz (3‑4 CH), 500 MHz (1 CH) |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ + 1 % (or 50 Ω + 1 %) |
| Sensitivity | 1 mV/div to 5 V/div |
| Weight (net) | ≈ 11.8 kg |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 218 mm × 440 mm × 367 mm |
The oscilloscope can sample at up to 2 GSa/s on a single channel or 1 GSa/s when three or four channels are active.
It provides four simultaneous acquisition channels.
The input can be configured as 1 MΩ + 1 % or 50 Ω + 1 % resistance.
The unit weighs about 11.8 kg and measures 218 mm high, 440 mm wide and 367 mm deep.