Description
Signal edges keep getting faster, and a scope that barely covers your signal hides the detail. The Rigol DS1202Z-E oscilloscope offers 200 MHz of analog bandwidth on two channels. Lost in HCM lists it for rental and sale, so you can try it on a real project before you commit.
Specification summary
| Series | DS1000Z-E |
|---|---|
| Analog bandwidth | 200 MHz |
| Input channels | 2 analog |
| Maximum sample rate | Up to 1 GSa/s; channel-mode dependent |
| Memory depth | Up to 24 Mpts; channel-mode dependent |
| Waveform capture rate | Up to 30,000 wfms/s |
| Vertical resolution | 8 bit |
| Display | 7-inch 800 x 480 TFT LCD |
Why bandwidth headroom matters
As a rule, a scope rolls off the signal as you approach its bandwidth limit. Therefore, a trace near that limit looks slower and softer than the real edge. Extra headroom keeps corners sharper and overshoot visible. For that reason, many engineers pick a scope well above the signal frequency they care about.
Jobs that suit the Rigol DS1202Z-E oscilloscope
- Microcontroller clocks and fast serial lines
- Switching edges on a small power stage
- Sensor and amplifier outputs with fast steps
- Input-versus-output checks on filters and drivers
Also, two channels keep the setup quick. You probe the source on one input and the result on the other, then compare timing by eye or with cursors.
Check memory and sample rate for your setup
Both the 1 GSa/s rate and the 24 Mpts memory depth are maximums. They depend on the channel mode, so the values change with how many channels run. In addition, long captures at a high rate use memory quickly. So confirm the figures with Lost in HCM before you plan a long record.
Rental or purchase
For example, a product bring-up that lasts a few weeks suits a rental. A lab that debugs fast signals every day may prefer to own the scope. In both cases, Lost in HCM supplies the instrument and prepares the quote. SMK Vietnam only shows the listing.
Quote checklist for the Rigol DS1202Z-E oscilloscope
First, tell Lost in HCM your dates, quantity and delivery site. Also name the probes and accessories you need, since the listing does not assume any. You can request a quote from Lost in HCM, compare other oscilloscope listings, visit Rigol or contact SMK Vietnam.
DS1202Z-E questions
Can it show a full 200 MHz signal cleanly?
Not quite. A signal near the bandwidth limit looks reduced, so keep a margin between your signal and 200 MHz.
Does it have digital channels?
No. The listing shows two analog channels only. Choose a mixed-signal model if you need logic inputs.
What size is the screen?
The display is a 7-inch 800 x 480 TFT LCD. Photos show the DS1000Z-E family, so confirm the exact unit in the quote.
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