GW Instek GDS-2504HD Digital Oscilloscope, 500 MHz, 4 Channels, 2.5 GSa/s, 500 Mpts, 12-bit 03LLDS2504DS

Capture every detail with the GW Instek GDS-2504HD, a 500 MHz digital storage oscilloscope that pairs a 2.5 GSa/s real-time sample rate with a deep 500 Mpts memory. Its 12-bit vertical resolution reveals subtle signal variations that 8-bit scopes miss, while the 8-inch 800x600 TFT LCD provides a clear, detailed view of your waveforms.

Overview

The GDS-2504HD is engineered for engineers who demand precision and speed. With four analog channels, a waveform capture rate of 120,000 wfm/s, and a time base range from 1 ns/div to 1000 s/div, it handles both fast digital edges and slow analog drift. The 1 MΩ input impedance (with 15 pF capacitance) ensures compatibility with standard probes, and the vertical sensitivity from 1 mV/div to 10 V/div covers a wide range of signal amplitudes.

What stands out

• 500 MHz bandwidth and 4 channels for multi-signal analysis
• 2.5 GSa/s real-time sampling and 500 Mpts memory depth per channel
• 12-bit vertical resolution for high measurement accuracy
• Fast 120,000 wfm/s waveform update rate to catch elusive glitches
• Comprehensive triggering including Edge, Pulse Width, Video, Runt, Rise/Fall, Nth Edge, Bus, Logic, Time Out, and Event Delay
• 38 automatic measurements for quick parameter extraction
• Connectivity: USB Host, USB Device, LAN, and optional GPIB

Technical details

• Bandwidth: 500 MHz
• Channels: 4
• Real-time sample rate: 2.5 GSa/s
• Memory depth: 500 Mpts (max per channel)
• Vertical resolution: 12-bit
• Display: 8-inch TFT LCD, 800 x 600 pixels
• Input impedance: 1 MΩ ±1.5% || 15 pF ±3 pF
• Vertical sensitivity: 1 mV/div to 10 V/div
• Time base range: 1 ns/div to 1000 s/div
• Waveform capture rate: 120,000 wfm/s
• Trigger types: Edge, Pulse Width, Video, Runt, Rise/Fall, Nth Edge, Bus, Logic, Time Out, Event Delay
• Automatic measurements: 38 types
• Interfaces: USB Host, USB Device, LAN, GPIB (optional)
• Power supply: AC 100V - 240V, 50/60Hz
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 50°C

Our verdict

The GW Instek GDS-2504HD is a serious tool for embedded design, power analysis, and high-speed digital debugging. Its deep memory, high resolution, and fast update rate make it a standout in its class.