
5 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope Low Profile
5 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope Low Profile
In applications that demand extreme channel density, the 5 Series MSO Low Profile sets a new standard for performance. This mixed signal oscilloscope offers 8 input channels (plus AUX Trig) and 12-bit analog-to-digital converters in a compact package, only 3.5 inches high (2U).
1 GHz
8
Up to 64 (optional)
125 Mpts
Instrument more of your experiment without adding racks
Replace your oscilloscopes and fit 6x more channels into your existing rack space. The 5 Series MSO LP offers 8 channels, plus an auxiliary trigger input, in a space-saving 2U instrument -- at a low cost-per-channel. Each the 8 FlexChannel™ inputs can be used as 1 analog channel or 8 digital channels.
High-fidelity captures and high-quality data

With 1 GHz analog bandwidth, 6.25 GS/s sample rate on all channels, and 125 M record length, the 5 Series MSO Low Profile has the performance you need to capture accurate waveform data with the best possible signal integrity.
See more signal detail than ever with 12-bit vertical resolution and ENOB of 7.6 bits at 1 GHz
12-bit analog-to-digital converters provide 16 times the vertical resolution of traditional 8-bit ADCs. Measure small signal details, even if they are riding on large signals.
Transition from design to manufacturing test, effortlessly

Eliminate work by using exactly the same software and test routines in production that you developed during design. Use the benchtop 5 Series MSO with its 15.6-inch HD display and pinch-swipe-zoom touchscreen for design validation. Then run exactly the same tests using the compact low-profile version in manufacturing.
Models
Model | Bandwidth | Sample Rate | Record Length | Analog Channels | Digital Channels | List Price |
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MSO58LP | 1 GHz | 6.25 GS/s | 125 Mpoints | 8 | Up to 64 (optional) |
US $39,900
Configure & Quote |
1 GHz
6.25 GS/s
125 Mpoints
8
Up to 64 (optional)
Model | Bandwidth | Sample Rate | Record Length | Analog Channels | Digital Channels | List Price |
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MSO58LP | 1 GHz | 6.25 GS/s | 125 Mpoints | 8 | Up to 64 (optional) |
US $39,900
Configure & Quote |
1 GHz
6.25 GS/s
125 Mpoints
8
Up to 64 (optional)
High-Energy Physics

Pulsed power measurement applications capture fleeting events that represent the world of particle physics, and require the acquisition of many signals with high dynamic range in challenging physical environments. The 5 Series MSO Low Profile provides more than 6X the channel density of a traditional bench oscilloscope with industry-leading performance enabling confident collection of accurate test data.
Highlights
- 12-bit analog-to-digital converters
- ENOB of 7.6 at 1 GHz
- 125 M record length acquires up to 20 ms of time at 6.25 GS/s
- 2 rack units high (3.5 inches)
ATE Systems

Automated test systems require robust programming capability and are often subject to rack-space constraints. The 5 Series MSO Low Profile oscilloscope packs 8 inputs into just 2 rack units and it comes ready to mount. Each input can work as a precision analog channel or 8 digital channels. And you can develop tests on the 5 Series MSO with it's 15.6-inch display for design validation and use the same programming on the Low Profile version for production.
Highlights
- 8 FlexChannel inputs plus auxiliary trigger input
- 2 rack units high (3.5 inches) with rackmount attached
- 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN for easy communication
- USB 3.0 device port for fast communication
Tektronix 5 Series MSO Low Profile |
Tektronix 5 Series MSO |
Keysight S-Series |
Keysight M9243A |
National Instruments PXIe-5162 |
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Bandwidth | 1 GHz | 350 MHz to 2 GHz | 500 MHz to 8 GHz | 1 GHz | 1.5 GHz |
Analog Channels | 8 | 4, 6, or 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Analog Sample Rate (All Channels) | Up to 6.25 GS/s | Up to 6.25 GS/s | Up to 10 GS/s | Up to 2.5 GS/s | Up to 2.5 GS/s |
Height (Rack Units) | 2U | 7U | 7U | 3U | 4U |
A/D Resolution | 12 bits | 12 bits | 10 bits | 8 bits | 10 bits |
ENOB (system at 1 GHz) | 7.6 bits | 7.6 bits | 7.8 bits | Not Specified | 6.6 bits |
Standard Record Length (All Channels) | 125 Mpts | 62.5 Mpts | 50 Mpts | 2 Mpts | 16 Mpts |
Integrated Arbitrary/Function Generator | 50 MHz (opt) | 50 MHz (opt) | - | - | - |
Digital Channels (MSO) | Up to 64 (opt) | Up to 64 (opt) | 16 (opt) | - | - |
Operating System | Closed Linux | Closed Linux Open Windows 10 (opt.) |
Open Windows 7 | Windows 7 | Closed Open Windows 10 |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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View Datasheet | TAP1500 | Active Probe: 1.5 GHz, 10X, Single-ended, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TAP2500 | Active Probe: 2.5 GHz, 10X, Single-ended, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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View Datasheet | TCP0020 | Probe, AC/DC Current; 20 Amp; 50 MHz BW; TekVPI Interface; Certificate of Traceable Calibration Standard | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TCP0030A | Probe, AC/DC Current; 30 Amp DC, DC TO 120 MHZ; with TekVPI Interface; Certificate of Traceable Calibration Standard | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TCP0150 | Current Probe: 20 MHz, 5 mA to 212 A, AC/DC, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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View Datasheet | TDP0500 | Differential Probe: 500 MHz, 5X/50X, +/- 42V, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TDP1000 | Differential Probe: 1 GHz, 5X/50X, +/- 42V, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | THDP0100 | Differential PROBE; 100 MHZ TekVPI DIFFERENTIAL HIGH VOLTAGE PROBE | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | THDP0200 | Differential PROBE; 200 MHZ TekVPI DIFFERENTIAL HIGH VOLTAGE PROBE | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TMDP0200 | Differential PROBE; 200 MHZ TekVPI DIFFERENTIAL MEDIUM VOLTAGE PROBE;TMPD0200 | Configure & Quote |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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View Datasheet | TDP1500 | Differential Probe: 1.5 GHz, 1X/10X, +/-8.5V, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TDP3500 | Differential Probe: 3.5 GHz, 5X, +/- 2V, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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View Datasheet | TIVH02 | Differential Probe; 200 MHZ, 1X/5X/10X/25X/50X/ 100X/250X/500X/1000X, +/- 1 kV, TekVPI, 3 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TIVH02L | Differential Probe; 200 MHZ, 1X/5X/10X/25X/50X/ 100X/250X/500X/1000X, +/- 1 kV, TekVPI, 10 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TIVH05 | Differential Probe; 500 MHZ, 1X/5X/10X/25X/50X/ 100X/250X/500X/1000X, +/- 1 kV, TekVPI, 3 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TIVH05L | Differential Probe; 500 MHZ, 1X/5X/10X/25X/50X/ 100X/250X/500X/1000X, +/- 1 kV, TekVPI, 10 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TIVH08 | Differential Probe; 800 MHZ, 1X/5X/10X/25X/50X/ 100X/250X/500X/1000X, +/- 1 kV, TekVPI, 3 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TIVH08L | Differential Probe; 800 MHZ, 1X/5X/10X/25X/50X/100X/250X/500X/1000X, +/- 1 kV, TekVPI, 10 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TIVM1 | Differential Probe; 1 GHZ, 1X/5X/10X/20X/50X, +/- 50V, TekVPI, 3 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TIVM1L | Differential Probe; 1 GHZ, 1X/5X/10X/20X/50X, +/- 50V, TekVPI, 10 Meter Cable | Configure & Quote |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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TLP058 | 8 channel general purpose logic probe for 5 Series oscilloscopes. Includes accessory kit. | Configure & Quote |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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View Datasheet | TPP0500B | Passive Probe: 500 MHz, 10X, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TPP0500B | Passive Probe: 500 MHz, 10X, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TPP0502 | Passive Probe: 500 MHz, 2X, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
View Datasheet | TPP1000 | Passive Probe: 1 GHz, 10X, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
Datasheet Link | Probe | Description | Configure and Quote |
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View Datasheet | TPP0850 | High Voltage Probe: 800 MHz, 50X, 2.5 kV, Single-ended, TekVPI | Configure & Quote |
Data Sheet | Software Package / Software Option | Description | Configure and Quote |
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Opt. 5-PWR | Power measurement and analysis | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-SEC | Password-protected enabling and disabling of all communication ports and firmware upgrades | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-SRAERO | Aerospace serial triggering and analysis | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-AFG | Add built-in Arbitrary/Function Generator | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-DJA | Simplifies identifying signal integrity concerns, jitter and their related sources and provides the highest sensitivity and accuracy available for real-time oscilloscopes. | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-PWR | Power measurement and analysis | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-SEC | Password-protected enabling and disabling of all communication ports and firmware upgrades | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-SRAERO | Aerospace serial triggering and analysis | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-SRAUDIO | I2S, LJ, RJ, and TDM protocol trigger and decode of serial packet content | Contact Us | |
Opt. 5-SRAUTO | CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, and FlexRay protocol trigger and decode of serial packet content | Contact Us |
Access Digital Channels
Upgrade | Description | Purchasing Details |
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TLP058 Logic Probe | Each probe accesses 8 digital channels on any FlexChannel for any 5 Series MSO | Request a quote on this probe |
Add Instrument Functions
Upgrade | Description | Purchasing Details |
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SUP5-AFG | Add arbitrary function generator | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-DVM | Add digital voltmeter / trigger frequency counter | Software upgrade license file provided upon registration. Register now. |
Add Protocol Analysis
Upgrade | Description | Purchasing Details |
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SUP5-SRAERO | Aerospace serial triggering and analysis (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC429) | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-SRAUDIO | Audio serial triggering and analysis (I2S, LJ, RJ, TDM) | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-SRAUTO | Automotive serial triggering and analysis (CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay) | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-SRAUTOSEN | Automotive sensor serial triggering and analysis (SENT) | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-SRCOMP | Computer serial triggering and analysis (RS-232/422/485/UART) | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-SREMBD | Embedded serial triggering and analysis (I2C, SPI) | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-SRENET | Ethernet serial triggering and analysis (10Base-T, 100Base-TX) | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-SRUSB2 | USB2.0 serial triggering and analysis (LS, FS, HS) | Request trial license Request a quote |
Add Advanced Analysis
Upgrade | Description | Purchasing Details |
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SUP5-DJA | Advanced jitter and eye analysis | Request trial license Request a quote |
SUP5-PWR | Power analysis | Request trial license Request a quote |
Title | Type | Date |
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Oscilloscope Selection Guide From basic signal-checking to high-performance analysis, this selection guide gives an overview of the complete range of oscilloscopes from Tektronix. Comparison tables give high-level specifications and features, and indicate the major differences… Literature number: 46W-31080-3 | Selection Guide | 25 Apr 2018 |
Debugging SENT Automotive Buses with an Oscilloscope SENT bus is used in automotive sensors to transmit measurements to electronic control units. This application note gives a brief orientation on SENT and explains how to set up decoding and triggering on a 5 Series MSO oscilloscope equipped with SENT… Literature number: 55W-61326-0 | Application Note | 18 Apr 2018 |
Serial Support Using Tektronix Oscilloscopes and Optional Software Tektronix oscilloscopes offer a portfolio of optional analysis capabilities to simplify serial bus debug or compliance verification. This selection matrix shows which serial standards are supported by each of the oscilloscope series. Literature number: 55W-29028-8 | Selection Guide | 16 Apr 2018 |
5 Series MSO MSO54, MSO56, MSO58, MSO58LP Printable Application Help
This is a printable version of the 5 Series MSO (MSO54, MSO56, MSO58) on-instrument help system. Supports firmware version 1.6.x. Part number: 077130302 | Online Help | 11 Apr 2018 |
5 Series MSO Low Profile MSO58LP Datasheet With a remarkable 8 input channels in a 2U high package and a 12-bit ADC, the 5 Series MSO Low Profile sets a new standard for performance in applications where extreme analog or digital channel density is required. Literature number: 48W-61275-1 | Datasheet | 09 Apr 2018 |
Measuring Digital Clock Stability and Jitter with an Oscilloscope Learn techniques for quantifying clock stability and jitter over billions of cycles using statistics and jitter analysis tools. Literature number: 48W-61379-0 | Application Note | 04 Apr 2018 |
Could the number of analog channel be upgraded on the 5 series MSO? No. The analog channel count is fixed at the initial purchase. | FAQ ID: 468131 | 28 Mar 2018 |
5 Series MSO (MSO54, MSO56, MSO58, MSO58LP) Programmer Manual
This document describes the remote access programming commands for the MSO54, MSO56, MSO58, and MSO58LP instruments. Supports firmware version 1.6.x and above. Part number: 077130503 | Programmer | 22 Mar 2018 |
How many digital channels are supported on the 5 series MSO? Each analog channel on the 5 series MSO could be converted into 8 digital channels with the logic probe TLP058. For 4 channels model (MSO54), it is up to 32 digital channels. For 6 channels model (MSO56), it is up to 48 digital channels. For 4 channels… | FAQ ID: 468121 | 22 Mar 2018 |
What is the range of the logic threshold is supported on the 5 series MSO? The logic threshold could be set between +/-40V with the TLP058 logic probe. Each individual digital channel could be set for its own threshold level. | FAQ ID: 468126 | 22 Mar 2018 |