BK Precision 2530 Datasheet

Model 2530

Digital Storage Oscilloscope
25MHz, 250MSa/s

Specifications subject to change without notice

Data Sheet

ESSENTIAL FEATURES FOR THE COST
CONSCIOUS USER

Model 2530

Digital Storage Oscilloscope 25MHz, 250MSa/s

■ One touch automatic setup for ease of use (Auto)

■ 25 MHz bandwidth, 250MSa/s sample rate

■ 4000 point record length for each channel

■ Capture, save and analyze waveform data with the included

EasyScope Application Software

■ Cursors with readouts

■ Eleven automatic measurements

■ FFT standard plus 4 additional math functions

■ Extensive Trigger capabilities including Pulse Width and

line-selectable Video trigger

■ Save/Recall setup and waveform data

■ Security loop

Use the built-in cable

channel to secure your

oscilloscope to your

location

The 2530 Digital Storage Oscilloscope delivers essential features and reliable
performance at a price you can afford. Analog style knobs and controls combined with
Autoset functions make this oscilloscope easy to use. Advanced triggering, automatic
measurements and FFT functions provide you with many options to debug your
circuits. Additionally, the instrument comes with PC Software that lets you easily
capture, save and analyze waveforms and measurement results. The 2530 is an ideal
education and training tool and also well suited for applications in service and repair.

B&K Precision Corporation

22820 Savi Ranch Parkway, Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
www.bkprecision.com

The included Easyscope software provides seamless integration between
oscilloscope and PC. Capture and transfer waveforms, screen images,
setups and measurement results to a Windows PC via the USB device port
on the back of the instrument.

■ Save waveform data in csv (Microsoft Excel) format for post

acquisition analysis

■ Document your results: Print, save or copy/paste waveform data

and measurement results. Save and print bitmap images and

setups

■ Capture waveforms and measurement results manually or

automatically at user defined intervals. In automatic mode,

the smallest refresh rate is 0.5 seconds, allowing for virtually real

time waveform capture

■ Generate real-time Pass/Fail verdicts for captured measurement

results

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1) Easy setup and use
The Auto button identifies the input signal and automatically sets up the
vertical, horizontal and trigger controls to produce a useable display. You can
customize the display by selecting option single cycle, multiple cycle, rising or
falling edge. Press the Default button to instantly restore the default
setting. Users familiar with analog oscilloscopes will appreciate the analog
style controls and features.

2) Waveform analysis with math and FFT
Analyze your signal with add, subtract multiply and divide functions. View the
signal’s frequency domain spectrum and perform harmonic distortion analysis.

3) Advanced triggering
Isolate the signal with advanced triggering including pulse width and
selectable video trigger.

Auto calibration
Automatically calibrate the instrument’s vertical and horizontal system.

Stored setups and waveforms
Store up to 10 waveforms and 2 setups for future reference and use.

11 automatic measurements
Increase your efficiency. Execute and display 11 measurements
simultaneously.

XY Mode
Unlike comparable models in the market, the 2530 supports settable
sample rates of 5kSa/s – 200kSa/s when operating in XY mode.

Simple Documentation and Analysis

Front Panel Features

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Performance Characteristics

Bandwidth 25 MHz

Real time sample rate on 250 MSa/s

each channel

Channels 2

Display 1/4 VGA Monochrome LCD

Rise Time <14ns

Record Length* 4000 points

Vertical Resolution 8 bits

Vertical Sensitivity 2mV - 5V/div

DC gain accuracy ±3.0%

Maximum Input Voltage 300 Vrms, CAT II (between signal and reference

BNC connector)

Position Range 2mV – 100mV range ±2V

200mV - 5V range: ±40V

Time Base range 2.5 ns/div – 50 s/div

Timebase accuracy 100 ppm

Input Coupling AC, DC,GND

Input Impedance 1MΩ in parallel with13pf

Vertical and Horizontal Zoom Vertically or horizontally expand or compress a live

or stopped waveform

I/O interface USB device port for connection to PC.

(Requires included EasyScope Software for use)

* The instrument displays 2500 points. 4000 points can be retrieved from internal

memory with the included EasyScope application. This feature is supported for a time base settings

range of 2.5µs/Div-50ms/Div (scan mode is not active)

Acquisition Modes

Sample Display sample data only

Peak Detect

Average Waveform averaged, selectable from

4,16,32,64,128,256

Scan Mode For time base settings 0.1s/div-50s/div

Trigger System

Trigger Types Edge, Pulse Width, Video*

Trigger Modes Auto, Normal, Single

Trigger Coupling AC, DC, LF reject, HF reject

Trigger Source CH1, CH2, AC line, Ext, Ext/5

*Support formats PAL/SECAM, NTSC. Triggers on odd or even field, all lines or line

number

Cursors

Types Amplitude, Time

Measurements ∆V, ∆T, 1 /∆T

Automatic Waveform Measurement

Time Rise time, Fall Time, Cycle Frequency, Period, Positive

Pulse Width, Negative Pulse width

Voltage MAX, MIN, Peak-Peak, Average, Vrms

Frequency Hardware counter provides frequency readout of

trigger source with 6 digit resolution

Waveform Math

Math function FFT, add, subtract, multiply, divide

FFT Windows: Hanning, Hamming, Blackman, Rectangular

1024 sample points

Autoset Single button automatic setup of both channels for

vertical, horizontal and trigger systems

Display

Display Mode 1/4 VGA (5.7”) monochrome LCD (320x240) with

adjustable contrast and inverse video

Display Types Point, Vector

Persistence Off, 1s, 2s, 5s, infinite

Waveform Interpolation Sin(x)/x, Linear

Format YT and XY

Power Requirements 100-240 VAC, 50VAmax, 45Hz to 440Hz

Environmental

Temperature Operating: 0ºC to +55ºC

Nonoperating: -40ºC to +70ºC

Humidity Operating: 95%RH, 40ºC

Nonoperating: 90%RH, 65ºC

Altitude Operating to 4000m

Pollution Degree Pollution degree 2 for indoor use only.

Electromagnetic compatibility and Safety

EMC This oscilloscope is in compliance with council EMC

directive 2004/108/EC

Safety EN61010-1:2001

General

Dimensions 290mm (Width) x 150mm (Height) x 300mm (Depth)

11.4in x 5.9in x 5.9in

Weight 4.6 kg (10 lbs)

model

2530

Specifications

SUPPLIED: User Manual, 10:1 Probe set (2 pieces), Power cord , USB interface cable,

EasyScope Software Installation disk

OPTIONAL: PR 37A 10:1 Probe, PR 32A Demodulator Probe, PR 55 High Voltage

Probe

One Year Warranty

Accessories

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