PicoScope 2000 Series — USB Oscilloscopes with MSO Option
Ultra-compact PC oscilloscopes for education, embedded debug, field service and low-cost automated test. The range covers 10 MHz to 100 MHz, up to 1 GS/s real-time sampling, up to 128 MS memory, 2-channel, 4-channel and 2-channel MSO variants, plus built-in function and arbitrary waveform generation.
| Model Group | Bandwidth | Analog Channels | Digital Channels | Typical Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2204A | 10 MHz | 2 | — | Entry education and low-frequency debug |
| 2205A / 2405A / 2205A MSO | 25 MHz | 2 or 4 | 16 on MSO model | General teaching, embedded and protocol work |
| 2206B / 2406B / 2206B MSO | 50 MHz | 2 or 4 | 16 on MSO model | Embedded, audio, sensor and field debug |
| 2207B / 2407B / 2207B MSO | 70 MHz | 2 or 4 | 16 on MSO model | Faster digital and mixed-signal debug |
| 2208B / 2408B / 2208B MSO | 100 MHz | 2 or 4 | 16 on MSO model | Highest-bandwidth 2000-series selection |
Key Features
Benchtop Capability in a Pocket-size USB Scope
The 2000 Series gives up to 100 MHz bandwidth, up to 1 GS/s sampling and up to 128 MS memory in a compact USB-powered body for laptop-based bench and field measurement.
2-channel, 4-channel and MSO Choices
Select simple 2-channel models, 4-channel analog models, or 2-channel MSO models with 16 digital inputs for serial-bus and mixed-signal debugging.
Built-in Function and Arbitrary Generator
Every model includes a function generator and arbitrary waveform generator for sine, square, ramp, sweep, PRBS/noise on supported groups and user-defined waveform playback.
PicoScope 7 App and PicoSDK
The PC-based workflow provides serial decode, mask testing, FFT spectrum view, automated measurements, logging workflows and custom application support through PicoSDK.
MSO Digital Inputs for Protocol Debug
MSO variants add 16 digital channels, 100 MHz digital-channel bandwidth, 200 Mb/s capture capability, ±20 V input range and serial-decode workflows for embedded systems.
Portable and Education-friendly
USB bus power removes the external adapter, making the range suitable for university laboratories, student kits, field troubleshooting and small automated test stations.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Unit | Value / Description |
|---|---|---|
| OSCILLOSCOPE RANGE | ||
| Bandwidth | MHz | 10 / 25 / 50 / 70 / 100, model dependent |
| Maximum real-time sampling | Sa/s | Up to 1 GS/s, model and active-channel dependent |
| Equivalent-time sampling | Sa/s | Up to 10 GS/s, model dependent |
| Memory | samples | Up to 128 MS block memory, model dependent |
| Analog vertical resolution | bit | 8-bit ADC, with resolution enhancement up to 12 bits |
| Input coupling | — | AC / DC, BNC input |
| Analog input protection | V | ±100 V DC + AC peak |
| MSO DIGITAL CHANNELS | ||
| Digital channels | — | 16 channels on MSO models |
| Digital-channel bandwidth | MHz | 100 |
| Maximum digital data rate | Mb/s | 200 |
| Minimum digital pulse width | ns | 5 |
| Digital input range | V | ±20 input dynamic range, ±50 overvoltage protection |
| GENERATOR / ANALYSIS | ||
| Function generator | — | Sine, square, triangle, DC, ramp, sinc, Gaussian and half-sine |
| Generator output range | V | ±2 output adjustment range |
| Arbitrary generator | — | 12-bit arbitrary waveform generator with CSV/live-trace import |
| AWG update rate | Hz | 1.548 MHz or 20 MHz, model dependent |
| FFT spectrum view | — | DC to rated oscilloscope bandwidth; up to 1 million FFT points |
| Serial decoding | — | 39+ protocol decoders in PicoScope 7, subject to channels and bandwidth |
| COMPUTER / POWER | ||
| Connection and power | — | USB connection, USB bus powered |
| Supported workflow | — | PicoScope 7, PicoLog 6 and PicoSDK workflows |
Applications
University and Training Labs
Compact USB-powered instruments for hands-on oscilloscope, logic-analyzer and waveform-generation learning without dedicating a full bench instrument per station.
Serial-bus and Mixed-signal Debug
Use analog channels, optional 16 digital channels and serial decoders to debug I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, LIN and other embedded protocols.
Laptop-based Portable Diagnosis
Power the scope directly from a laptop and carry it in a small service kit for on-site waveform and protocol checks.
FFT and Distortion Investigation
Use spectrum view, waveform measurements and generator sweep workflows for audio circuits, filters, sensors and low-frequency analog troubleshooting.
SDK-based Test Fixtures
PicoSDK support enables custom Python, C, .NET, LabVIEW and MATLAB applications for compact automated test systems and OEM integration.
Low-cost Functional Test
Combine signal capture, waveform stimulus, mask checks and logging workflows for simple production screening and incoming inspection.
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