Tektronix
2205 Oscilloscope
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The Tektronix 2205 is a dual-channel analog oscilloscope with a bandwidth of 20 MHz. The 2205 provides calibrated deflection factors from 5 mV/div to 5 V/div. The 2205 features an 80 x 100 mm CRT display.[1][2]
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Produced
1987–
Power
20 MHz (standard); 40 MHz (Option 40)[1]
What it is
How it works
The Tektronix 2205 includes auto triggering and a trigger sensitivity of 0.3 div.[1]
Applications
What do the numbers mean?
Power & electrical13
Control & software2
Dimensions & facilities4
Configuration & options17
Vintage & configurations
- 1987Production start[2]
Operator's manual first printing October 1987 indicates introduction.
Documented models & variants
| Designation | Generation | Vintage | Changes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Option 40 | — | — | 40 MHz bandwidth, 8.75 ns rise time, 6 kV CRT nominal voltage (vs 1.8 kV), higher trigger sensitivity (150 mV at 45 MHz external). | tek.com[1] |
| 2205 Option 40 | — | — | 40 MHz bandwidth; 6 kV nominal CRT voltage; 35 MHz bandwidth and 10 ns rise time at 0 to 40 °C are stated for this option. | tek.com[1] |
What does it need to run?
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- Bandwidth (-3 dB)20 MHz (standard); 40 MHz (Option 40)[1]
- Rise time17.5 ns (20 MHz); 8.75 ns (Option 40, 40 MHz)[1]
- Deflection factor (vertical sensitivity)5 mV/div to 5 V/div ±3%[1]
- Max input voltage400 V (DC + peak AC), 800 V pk-pk[1]
- Line voltage range95 V AC to 128 V AC (low), 185 V AC to 250 V AC (high)[1]
- Line frequency48 Hz to 440 Hz[2]
- Trigger sensitivity (internal)0.30 div at 5 MHz, 1.0 div at 30 MHz[1]
- Bandwidth20 MHz[1]
- Option 40 bandwidth40 MHz[1]
- Maximum input voltage400 V (DC + peak AC), 800 V pk-pk[1]
- Line voltage range95 V AC to 128 V AC; 185 V AC to 250 V AC[1]
- Bandwidth option40 MHz[1]
- Power requirements95 V AC to 128 V AC or 185 V AC to 250 V AC; 48 Hz to 440 Hz[1]
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Frequently asked questions
What is the bandwidth of the Tektronix 2205?
The standard vertical system bandwidth is 20 MHz (-3 dB). An optional 40 MHz bandwidth is available.[1]
How many channels does the 2205 have?
The 2205 has two identical input channels.[1]
What is the maximum sweep rate of the 2205?
The maximum sweep rate is 10 ns per division.[1]
Does the 2205 have a Z-axis input?
Yes, the 2205 has a front-panel Z-axis input for external intensity modulation.[1]
What type of triggering does the 2205 support?
The 2205 supports peak-to-peak auto triggering.[1]
What is the trigger sensitivity of the 2205?
The trigger sensitivity is 0.3 divisions.[1]
Not publicly documented
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The control-system platform and OS era of the 2205 Oscilloscope are not on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the 2205 Oscilloscope are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the 2205 Oscilloscope is not on record.
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No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the 2205 Oscilloscope are on record.
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No publicly hosted manuals, SOPs, or datasheets for the 2205 Oscilloscope are on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (3)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]tek.com — tek.comtek.com
- [2]manualslib.com — manualslib.commanualslib.com
- [3]Equipment inventory listing
Last updated Oct 7, 2026.