Agilent U1604A Data Sheet

Agilent U1600A Series
Handheld Digital Oscilloscopes

Features

•Three-in-one solution : Dual
channel oscilloscope, True RMS
DMM and Real-Time Data Logger

•Large 4.5” color LCD display

•Up to 40 MHz bandwidth with
advanced triggering

•Up to 200 MSa/s sampling rate

•125,000 points/channel of waveform
memory depth (maximum record
length)

•6000 count DMM resolution with
22 automatic measurement
functions

•11 built-in measurement functions
including voltmeter, ohmmeter and
auxiliary meter

•Zoom and Dual Waveform Math
functions (additional FFT function
with four windowing techniques
available in U1604A)

•Full remote control and data
transfer via PC Link application
software

•USB 1.1 full speed interface
connectivity

•Multi-language Quick Help support

Introduction

The U1600A series handheld digital
oscilloscope has a 4.5-inch LCD
color display that is capable of
clearly distinguishing waveforms
between two channels. This
U1600A series offers a high
performance troubleshooting and
quality assurance tool for technical
professionals in the installation,
maintenance, service and
automotive industries. The U1600A
series consists of two models:
U1602A — 20 MHz oscilloscope and
U1604A — 40 MHz oscilloscope.
Each model has real time sampling
rate of up to 200 MSa/s. Users can
use the Dual Waveform Math
(DWM) and Fast Fourier Transform
(FFT) functions (in U1604A) to
perform quick waveform analysis
in both time and frequency
domains. The built-in 6000
resolution count true RMS digital
multimeter (DMM) comes with
auto-range feature that gives users
the flexibility to perform quick and
accurate meter measurement
functions inclusive o f voltage,
resistance and auxiliary

measurements. In addition to this,
the U1600A series also comes
standard with data logging
functionality that allows users to
consolidate a sequence of data
points for data recording
purposes.

A scope, true RMS DMM and real­time data logger in one instrument

The U1600A series is a robust,
high performance and reliable
handheld waveform and meter
measurement tool for today’s
challenging industrial environment.
This instrument not only provides
full featured oscilloscope
functions, but a 6000 count true
RMS DMM with real-time data
logger. The DMM consists of 11
measurement functions including
voltmeter (for DC voltage, AC
voltage, true RMS AC + DC voltage
measurements), ohmmeter (for 2­wire resistance, capacitance, diode
and continuity test) and auxiliary
meter (for temperature, ampere,
humidity and pressure
measurements).

Delivering the most functionality and
performance in their class of handheld
oscilloscope

Data Sheet

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Clearly distinguish your waveform

The U1600A series models
comes with a color display to
allow you to quickly and
clearly identify your signal
between two channels. The
large size LCD display – 4.5”
with 320 x 240 resolution
extends the simplicity and
makes it easier for you to see
more information.

Capture signal deviations, glitches
and dropouts effectively

The U1600A series offers the
best product specification for
users. This instrument provides
real-time sampling rate of up
to 200 MSa/s – 8 times the
sampling rate of competitive
handheld digital oscilloscope in
its class. Use U1600A series to
capture both instantaneous
and repetitive signal anomalies
effectively.

High precision zoom-in capability in
deep memory

Up to 250 times the memory
depth of competitive handheld
digital oscilloscope in this
class. With 125 kilobytes of
memory depth per channel,
now you can capture long
time spans and non-repeating
signals while maintaining a
maximum sampling rate of 200
MSa/s. Deep memory allows
you to quickly zoom in the
segment of interest and
uncover even the most subtle
details of the signal at a given
time base setting.

Isolate and analyze the signal you
want to see

The U1600A series comes with
flexible triggering capabilities
that allows you to isolate and
capture the condition you
want to characterize. The
advanced triggering includes
edge, pulse width, pattern and
video signal triggering that are
essential for quick isolation of
critical events.

Figure 1 High-definition of color resolution in large 4.5” LCD display allows you
to quickly distinguish and identify your signals and observe signal activity.

Figure 2 With deep memory of 125 kilobytes per channel, use the zoom-in function
to magnify signal to the segment of your interest and scrutinize subtle details of
your signal.

Before zoom

After zoom

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FFT (U1604A only) and Dual
Waveform Math functions for
waveform analysis

Besides the standard Dual
Waveform Math (DWM)
function in U1600A series, the
U1604A model is equipped
with an FFT (Fast Fourier
Transform) function. This
function allows you to view
the waveform in frequency
domain using four windowing
techniques (Rectangular,
Hanning, Hamming, Blackman­Harris). Use the DWM function
to perform math functions for
signal addition and subtraction
from multiple channels.

Easy, straightforward connectivity

The U1600A series expands
the oscilloscope’s capability
with the PC Link application
software that caters for data
gathering, storage and
documentation needs from
instrument via USB 1.1 full
speed. You can control the
intstrument remotely f rom PC,
retrieve your waveform and
print it using a connected
printer. This PC Link
application software is bundled
with the purchase of any
U1600A series. As an option,
you can connect a USB flash
drive via the USB host port to
store your waveform and
configuration setup from the
instrument.

Built-in multi-lingual Quick Help
menu provides instant assistance

Need assistance while
operating the instrument? The
built-in multi-lingual Quick
Help menu helps to minimize
downtime in the event that
you need help to set up scope
and DMM functions. The
supported languages include
English, German, Italian,
Spanish, Portuguese, French,
Korean, Traditional Chinese,
Simplified Chinese and
Japanese.

Figure 3 The U1600A series comes equipped with DWM features, allowing you to
perform spectrum analysis and evaluate signal addition and subtraction from
multiple channels.

Figure 4 The U1600A series comes with a PC Link application software that
caters for data gathering, storage and documentation needs via USB full speed
remote control from PC.

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Oscilloscope Mode

The U1600A series handheld
digital oscilloscopes offers the
following standard and
advanced features to make
your analysis and
troubleshooting tasks easier
and faster.

Deep memory

The U1600A series comes
standard w ith 125 kilobytes of
memory depth, nearly 250
times the memory depth of
competitive handheld digital
oscilloscope in this class.

Autoscale

Autoscale enables the
instrument to quickly display
any active signals, and
automatically adjust the
vertical and horizontal settings
with trigger control for the
best signal display.

Dual Waveform Math (DWM) and
Fast Fourier Transform (FFT)

The U1600A series offers
analysis functions including
addition and subtraction for
DWM, as well as FFT with
four windowing techniques
(Rectangular, Hanning,
Hamming and Blackman­Harris). FFT functions is only
available for the U1604A
model.

Cursor measurement

Use cursor function to
manually or automatically
place readout of the
waveform’s voltage at any
desired vertical or horizontal
point.

22 automatic measurements

Up to 22 automatic available
measurements. You can make
and display four different
measurements simultaneously.

Advanced triggering

Advanced triggering includes
edge, pulse width, pattern and
video to help you isolate the
signal you want to see.

Easy connectivity

The PC Link application
software is bundled with the
purchase of any U1600A series
handheld digital oscilloscope.
This software provides
flexibility for data gathering,
storage and documentation
needs via USB connectivity.
USB flash drive is also
available to you as an option
to save and retrieve
configuration setups or
waveforms to and from the
USB flash drive.

Save and recall waveform and setup
memories

Up to 10 waveforms and
configuration setups can be
stored and recalled at anytime
for future use and reference.

Logger mode

The U1600A series allows you
to customize your data logging
for any DMM measurement.
This sophiscated function
allows you to record and
consolidate a sequence of data
points for data plotting
purposes.

Digital Multimeter (DMM)
Mode

Auto-range

All meter measurements come
in auto-range mode –
instrument will auto-select the
most appropriate range for
measurement.

Voltmeter

Voltmeter measurement
includes DC voltage, AC voltage
and AC+DC voltage with auto ­measurement of minimum,
maximum and average value.

Ohmmeter

Ohmmeter measurement
consists of resistance,
capacitance , diode test and
continuity test. The auto­measurement of minimum,
maximum and average value
applies only to resistance and
continuity test.

Auxiliary meter

Auxiliary meter in volves
temperature, ampere, humidity
and pressure measurements.
Similary, the auto ­measurement of minimum,
maximum and average value is
also available in this mode.

The U1600A Series Features

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Vertical System : Scope Channels

Bandwidth (–3 dB) U1602A : DC to 20 MHz

U1604A : DC to 40 MHz

DC vertical gain accuracy 5 mV/div: ± 4% full scale

10 mV/div to 100 V/div: ± 3% full scale

Scope Channel Triggering

Trigger sensitivity DC to 50 MHz: 0.5 divisions

U1602A: 5 MHz to 20 MHz — 1 division
U1604A: 5 MHz to 40 MHz — 1 division

[1] All specifications are warranted. Specifications are valid after a 30 minutes warm-up period and within ± 10 oC from firmware

calibration temperature.

[2] All characteristics are typical performance values and are not warranted. Characteristics are valid after a 30 minutes warm-up

period and within ± 10

o

C from firmware calibration temperature.

SCOPE SPECIFICATIONS

[1]

SCOPE CHARACTERISTICS

[2]

Acquisition : Scope Channels

Maximum sampe rate U1602A : 200 MSa/s interleaved, 100 MSa/s each channel (50 s/div to 125 ns/div)

U1604A : 200 MSa/s interleaved, 100 MSa/s each channel (50 s/div to 250 ns/div)

Equivalent sample rate U1604A : 2.5 GSa/s (125 ns/div to 10 ns/div)

Vertical resolution 8 bits

Maximum memory depth 125 kilobytes/channel

Peak detection 5 ns

Average Selectable in average number of 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256

Vertical System : Scope Channels

Analog channels Channel 1 and Channel 2 simultaneous acquisition

Bandwidth (–3 dB) U1602A : DC to 20 MHz

U1604A : DC to 40 MHz

AC coupled < 10 Hz without probe

Rise time U1602A : < 17 ns

U1604A : < 8 ns

Single shot bandwidth U1602A : 20 MHz

U1604A : 40 MHz

Vertical sensitivity 5 mV/div to 100 V/div (1:1 scope probe)

50 mV/div to 1 kV/div (10:1 scope probe)
500 mV/div to 10 kV/div (100:1 scope probe)

Maximum input CAT III 300 Vrms

Offset/Dynamic range ± 5 div

Input impedance

1 M

W || < 20 pF

Coupling AC, DC, GND

Probes U1560-60001 : 500 MHz 1:1 passive probe

U1561-60001 : 500 MHz 10:1 passive probe

Probe attenuation factors 1x, 10x, 100x

Coupling 3 Vp-p, ~ 1 kHz

Maximum probe input 1x CAT III 300 VAC

10x, 100x CAT III 600 VAC

Noise peak-to-peak 3% of full scale or 5 mV, whichever is greater

DC vertical offset accuracy ±0.1 div ±2 mV ±0.5% offset value

Single cursor accuracy 4% full scale

Dual cursor accuracy 4% full scale

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Horizontal System

Range U1602A : 50 ns to 50 s/div

U1604A : 10 ns to 50 s/div

Resolution U1602A : 2 ns

U1604A : 400 ps

Reference position Left, center, right

Delay range (pre-trigger) 15 divisions

Delay range (post-trigger) 1000 divisions

Analog Dt accuracy

± 3%

Modes Main, XY, Roll

RMS Jitter 2% of horizontal scale or 5 ns whichever is higher

Trigger System

Source Channel 1 and Channel 2

Modes Auto, normal, single

Selections Edge, pulse width, pattern, video

Edge Trigger on a rising or falling edge of any source.

Pattern Trigger at the beginning of a pattern of high, low levels and rising or falling edge established

conditions of AND, OR, NOR and NAND between the channels.

Pulse width 200 ns to 10 s. Trigger when a positive or negative pulse width of any source larger than, less

than, equal to or not equal to duration.

Video Video trigger sensitivity : 0.7 division trigger level.

Available to both Channel 1 and Channel 2.
Analog progressive and interlaced video standards including NTSC, PAL and SECAM.
Positive or negative sync pulse polarity.
Modes — all fields, even fields, odd fields or any line within a field.

Range ± 4 divisions from center screen

Level accuracy ± 0.4 divisions

Trigger sensitivity DC to 5 MHz : 0.5 divisions

U1602A : 5 MHz to 20 MHz — 1 division
U1604A : 5 MHz to 40 MHz — 1 division

Coupling DC, AC (< 1 Hz), HF reject (> 50 kHz), LF reject (<30 kHz), Noise reject

Measurement System

Autoscale Finds and displays all active scope channels, sets edge trigger mode on highest numbered

channel, sets vertical sensitivity on scope channel. Requires voltage > 20 mVp-p, 0.5% duty
cycle and frequency > 100 Hz.

Automatic measurement Measurements continuously updated.

Voltage Peak-to-peak, maximum, minimum, amplitude, top, base, +overshoot, –overshoot, preshoot,

RMS, mean and one cycle mean.

Time Frequency, period, +width, –width and +duty cycle and –duty cycle on any channel.

Rise time, fall time, delay and phase shift.

Cursors

Manually place readout of horizontal (X

, DX) and vertical (Y, DY).

Waveform math CH1 + CH2, CH1 – CH2, CH2 – CH1

FFT

[1]

Window Rectangular, Hamming, Hanning, Blackman-Harris

Amplitude Display Selectable in amplitude display of 1 dB, 2 dB, 5 dB, 10 dB

[1] FFT function is only available for U1604A model.

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Function Range

Frequency, Test Current or

1 year Tcal ± 5oC

Burden Voltage

DC Voltage 600.0 mV 0.3 + 0.08

6.000 V

0.3 + 0.08

60.00 V

0.3 + 0.08

600.0 V 0.3 + 0.08

AC Voltage 600.0 mV – 600.0 V 50 Hz – 1 kHz 0.75 + 0.2

1 kHz – 30 kHz 3.0 + 0.2

AC + DC Voltage 6.0000 V – 600.0 V 50 Hz – 1 kHz 0.75 + 0.2

1 kHz – 30 kHz 3.0 + 0.2

Resistance

600.0 W

0.5 + 0.2

6.000 kW

0.5 + 0.2

60.00 kW

0.5 + 0.2

600.0 kW

0.5 + 0.2

6.000 MW

0.5 + 0.2

60.00 MW

1.0 + 0.2

Capacitance 60.00 nF 2.0 + 0.2

600.0 nF 2.0 + 0.2
6000 nF 2.0 + 0.2

60.00 µF

2.0 + 0.2

300.0 µF

2.0 + 0.2

Diode 1.000 V 0.5 mA 2.0 + 0.08

DIGITAL MULTIMETER SPECIFICATIONS

[1]

± (% of reading + % of range)

Measurement Characteristics

Full scale reading 6000 count

DC voltage, True RMS AC Voltage Maximum input voltage, 600 Vrms CAT II, 300 Vrms CAT III

DC coupled input coupling

Continuity

Beeper < 60

W in 600 W range

Source Digital multimeter measurements

Range 10 divisions

Record size 250 points

Time span Auto range 150 seconds to 20 days

Time reference Time from start

Record method Selectable minimum, maximum and average

DATA LOGGER

Display System

Display 4.5-inch diagonal color CSTN LCD

Resolution 320 x 240 pixels

Control Contrast control, infinite persistence on/off

Build-in help system Functional help displayed by pressing help button

Real time clock Time and date (user adjustable)

[1] For temperature between 0 oC to 18 oC and 28 oC to 50 oC , add 0.1x of reading + 0.02% of range for every degree Celsius

.

Storage

Save/Recall (non-volatile) Up to 10 setups and traces

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Power Adapter

Line voltage range 50/60 Hz, 100 – 240 VAC
Output voltage 12 VDC

Battery

Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack 7.2 V / 4500 mAH
Operating time : 4 hours
Charging time : 4.5 hours, measurement unit off
Allow ambient temperature during charging : 10 oC to 40 oC

Operating Environment

Temperature Operating full accuracy 0oC to 50 oC

Non-operating –20 oC to 70 oC
Humidity Operating full accuracy 80% RH at 40 oC
Altitude Operating Up to 2000 m

Non-operating 15000 m (50000 ft)

ESD tolerance ± 4 kV

Safety Compliance

IEC 61010-1:2001/EN61010-1:2001
CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004
UL 61010-1:2005
Pollution degree 2
This instrument is rated for indoor use only.

Dimension (HxWxD)

13.8 cm width x 24.1 cm x 6.6 cm depth

Weight

1.5 kg

I/O

USB 1.1 host and client. Firmware upgrade through USB.

Warranty

1 year + 2 years extended (optional)

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Accessories included:

• Scope probe (1:1) CAT III 300 V

• Scope probe (10:1) CAT III 600 V

• Ground alligator clip

• DMM test lead

• Hook Clip

• Medium jaw alligator clip

• USB cable

• Power cord and AC adapter

• Ni-MH battery pack 4500 mA

• Quick Start Guide

• Product Reference CD-ROM containing User’s and
Service Guide, Quick Start Guide and PC Link
Application Software

• Certificate of Calibration (CoC)

• Test Report

Optional Accessories:

• Soft casing

• Scope probe (100:1) CAT III 600 V with ground

alligator clip

DIMENSIONS

Agilent Optional Accessories

Soft casing

Scope probe (100:1) CAT III 600 V with
ground alligator clip

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