This document describes the product specifications of Agilent Technologies 54542C oscilloscope, including maximum sample rate, number of channels, record length, resolution, repetitive bandwidth, real-time bandwidth, sensitivity, input impedance, input coupling, maximum input, offset range, offset accuracy, voltage measurement accuracy, time base range, resolution, delta-t accuracy, time tag resolution, delay range, and trigger speed.
The Agilent 54542C is a four‑channel oscilloscope offering up to 2 GSa/s sample rate and 500 MHz bandwidth in both real‑time and equivalent‑time modes. It provides a range of measurement functions, math analysis, and optional capabilities such as telecommunications mask applications and active probing.
The instrument includes flexible I/O options (HP‑IB, RS‑232, Centronics), a variety of display types (monochrome CRT or color TFT), and supports optional disk drives for data storage and software upgrades. Power requirements are 115/230 Vac with a maximum of 350 VA, and the unit weighs approximately 11.8 kg.
| Maximum Sample Rate | 2 GSa/s (all 4 channels) |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 4 (simultaneous acquisition) |
| Record Length (real‑time) | 32,768 points |
| Resolution | 8 bits, 10 bits via HP‑IB with averaging |
| Repetitive Bandwidth | 500 MHz (equivalent‑time) |
| Real‑Time Bandwidth | 500 MHz |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ ± 1 % or 50 Ω ± 1 % |
| Input Coupling | AC, DC |
| Power Requirements | 115/230 Vac, -25 % to +15 %, 48‑440 Hz, 350 VA max |
| Weight | ≈ 11.8 kg |
The maximum sample rate is 2 GSa/s on all four channels.
It provides four simultaneous acquisition channels.
Both AC and DC coupling are supported.
It operates from 115/230 Vac, -25 % to +15 % voltage, 48‑440 Hz frequency, with a maximum power consumption of 350 VA.