With this new opportunity, it's possible to start with the low-cost DS1000Z-plus model and upgrade to mixed-signal functionality later, as needed. This offers greater flexibility and protects customers' initial investment.
One example is measuring controllers and components that use both analog and digital signals. A typical scenario requiring a mixed-signal oscilloscope is testing digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital converters. Here, it's crucial that the digital and analog signals are acquired and displayed synchronously.
From now on, the DS1000Z (70/100MHz) and DS1000Z-S (70/100MHz) oscilloscope models will be delivered as -PLUS instruments. These come pre-equipped with the 16-channel logic analyzer function. Purchasing the MSO-Upgrade Kit, which includes a new label and the 16-channel logic analyzer probe set, enables this new functionality. Immediately after receiving and installing the upgrade kit, you'll be ready for new applications.
The current MSO1000Z (70/100MHz) and MSO1000Z-S (70/100MHz) models remain available. Purchasing an MSO at the beginning of the offer provides a price advantage. All additional upgrade options, such as serial decoding (RS232/I2C/SPI), memory expansion (12Mpts to 24Mpts), logging (segmented memory), and expanded trigger types, can also be added later via software licenses.
The new MSO updates cannot be used if you already own a DS1000Z oscilloscope.
The following "MSO Ready" / -PLUS models are available:
DS1074Z Plus
70 MHz, 4-channel oscilloscope;
DS1074Z-S Plus
70 MHz, 4-channel oscilloscope with 2 built-in channels, 25 MHz arbitrary function generator;
DS1104Z Plus
100 MHz, 4-channel oscilloscope;
DS1104Z-S Plus
100 MHz, 4-channel oscilloscope with 2 built-in channels, 25 MHz arbitrary function generator
Users in education, universities, and industrial R&D or testing laboratories can verify and evaluate the lower-cost Rigol oscilloscope to gain firsthand experience and share the results with all relevant stakeholders, demonstrating the high quality of Rigol Technologies products. Later, they can decide to upgrade features such as serial decoding or add digital signal channels if needed to handle more complex applications.
