Test & Measurement: Two-Channel, Color DSOs Compete On Price

According to their manufacturer, the DSO3000 series two-channel, color digital-storage oscilloscopes (DSOs) are priced to compete in the "value segment" of the scope market. The four models come in 60-, 100-, 150-, and 200-MHz bandwidths, all with maximum 1-Gsample/s digitizing rates and dual time bases. The scopes feature a 5.7-in. display, a front-panel with dedicated knobs for each channel, easy control of the main and delayed times bases, and menu keys grouped by function. An optional software control package simplifies printing and control of the scope through a USB port. The scopes are available now. The 60-MHz DSO3062A costs $995, the 100-MHz DSO3102A $1295, the 150-MHz DSO3152A $1595, and the 200-MHz DSO3202A $1895.