Siglent SDS2000X HD, 12bit, 2GSa/s high definition oscilloscope serie.

[electr_peter]

Thanks for reply. According to manual, sensitivity is ~0.26-0.33 or 0.5 div depending on settings (comparable to 8-bit scopes).
I asked for clarification as I was expecting slightly more sensitivity from 12 bits and lower noise front end on new Siglent HD range.

[dcbrown73]

Hi,

I just ordered a SDS2204X HD and it's on backorder until around August.

This scope is likely more than I will ever need given my Rigil DS1104z+ has done everything I've asked of it over the last ~9 years.  Though sometimes I will splurge for something really nice if I plan to have it for a very long time and ~$2700 total cost with that crazy bundle they are offering for like $266 is just hard to pass up.

The only concern I have is there doesn't appear to be any full reviews or similar scope comparisons that I can find beyond the Dave's teardown video as it doesn't appear that he did a full video review of this device. (or I missed it)

I'm still running though the 40+ pages of this thread and I appreciate all the discussions, charts, and screenshots.    Though I will admit, much of it I don't have any concrete knowledge or experience at.   (I'm an IT guy who tinkers in EE)

So I guess my question is, at this price point.  How does this compare to other scopes in this price range? (+/- a few hundred dollars)  I just want to make sure I'm making the best choice of scope to splurge on.

Thanks for any feedback.
Dave

[KungFuJosh]

So I guess my question is, at this price point.  How does this compare to other scopes in this price range? (+/- a few hundred dollars)  I just want to make sure I'm making the best choice of scope to splurge on.

You picked the best scope in that price range, especially with the bundle.

[trackersoft]

I struggled with the same decision before placing an order. I have had one on order for a three months now and heard I might be getting it sometime this month!! With the bundle it seems that it is the best deal out there. Really looking forward to getting mine!

[egonotto]

Hi,

....

So I guess my question is, at this price point.  How does this compare to other scopes in this price range? (+/- a few hundred dollars)  I just want to make sure I'm making the best choice of scope to splurge on.

Thanks for any feedback.
Dave

Hello,

You could also take a look at the Micsig MHO3-2504. It doesn't have a function generator and isn't an MSO, but it's certainly worth a look.

Best regards
egonotto

[dcbrown73]

Hello,

You could also take a look at the Micsig MHO3-2504. It doesn't have a function generator and isn't an MSO, but it's certainly worth a look.

Best regards
egonotto

Thank you for the recommendation.  I actually looked very closely at the Micsigs including the MHO3-2504.  There was a lot to like about it though I definitely wanted an MSO functionality.  Actually I looked at the Pico scopes too and really liked them.   I just wanted a more self-contained unit as I have limited space around that area of my bench.

[egonotto]

...

Actually I looked at the Pico scopes too and really liked them.   I just wanted a more self-contained unit as I have limited space around that area of my bench.

Hello,

I have several PicoScopes. They are good devices. But you should also be aware of some weak points.
They have no vertical fine adjustment.
They only have at most 1 GSa/s except for the very expensive devices.
They have become very expensive.

What you could also consider is adding an Analog Discovery 3 to a normal scope.

Or a Siglent SDS804X HD plus Analog Discovery 3 plus Digital Discovery. Together that would cost about 1200 $. And it would be very versatile and space-saving.

Best regards
egonotto

[Grandchuck]

A play around with an AM signal:

[Ulrich.G]

It's official, the new dark design is online.

[Martin72]

It would be interesting to know whether the 2504 will also be released for the western market.
If the 2104 has already been canceled.

[Martin72]

Until recently, a 2104X HD could still be seen on the Chinese site, but this is now also history.
There are 2204, 2304 and 2504X HD and that's it, no more 100Mhz.
Speaking of which, Welectron still has the 2104X HD in stock, at the old price...

[ebastler]

Welectron still has the 2104X HD in stock, at the old price...

At that price it will remain in stock for a long time...

[Martin72]

For a very long time....
If I was interested in the device, I would have written to them a long time ago about how it looks, it was sold off at a significantly reduced price elsewhere...

[dekagon]

Welectron still has the 2104X HD in stock, at the old price...

After my request from last week I got an offer from Welectronic for the SDS2104X HD with SDS2XHD-BND Bundle for 2390 Euros (including 19% VAT).

At that price it will remain in stock for a long time...

After that offer I ordered it. Hopefully get it this week. It is all on stock.

Cheers Chris

[dekagon]

Hi guys,

I'm very curious about the SDS2K4X HD scope.

Is the OS of the series also a Blackfin image?

Cheers
Chris

[idolclub]

Siglent just released firmware V1.2.2.9 for SDS2000X HD ~ 2024.07.01


Download:
https://siglentna.com/download/43997/?tmstv=1719827852


Date           Version
6/29/2024   v1.2.2.9

Revision:

1. Made Option 16LA Standard

2. Measure: added new items △time1 ~ △time4

3. Fixed several bugs
a) With low probability after start-up trace(s) not at Zero without input
b) The color of “Math” LED not correct when F3 or F4 is activated
c) Chinese Traditional font issue
d) SMB connection fails when domain is used
e) IP setting issue
f) Scope dead when FW upgrade fails in the case that space at /local not enough

[fredo_]

Siglent just released firmware V1.2.2.9 for SDS2000X HD
1. Made Option 16LA Standard

Thanks for the news @idolclub !
Does that mean that LA option is now free ?

[TomKatt]

Siglent just released firmware V1.2.2.9 for SDS2000X HD
1. Made Option 16LA Standard

Thanks for the news @idolclub !
Does that mean that LA option is now free ?

Apparently so - Siglent released new FW for several other series and it seems to have permanently enabled the LA and AWG features on my SDS800X HD.  The same verbiage was included for the SDS1000X-E FW, and that also looks to now be permantly enable.

Rumor has it that Siglent plans to potentially eliminate licenses for these optional modules and instead increase the pricing for the hw...

[Purvirs]

Siglent just released firmware V1.2.2.9 for SDS2000X HD
1. Made Option 16LA Standard

Thanks for the news @idolclub !
Does that mean that LA option is now free ?

yes, you are right, I've tested, it's a standard function now, nice~

[fredo_]

yes, you are right, I've tested, it's a standard function now, nice~

Nice !
For those in search for a now even cheaper LA option, go check this topic :⁠-⁠) : https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/diy-logic-analyzer-probe-and-pods-for-siglent-scopes/

[egonotto]

Hello,

Siglent SPL2016 Logic Probes now cost €505.75 at Batronix. If I remember correctly, that was still around €400 last week.

Best regards
egonotto

[Ulrich.G]

Apparently so - Siglent released new FW for several other series and it seems to have permanently enabled the LA and AWG features on my SDS800X HD.  The same verbiage was included for the SDS1000X-E FW, and that also looks to now be permantly enable.

Rumor has it that Siglent plans to potentially eliminate licenses for these optional modules and instead increase the pricing for the hw...

It's also in the latest firmware update for the SDS3000x HD - great - but now I don't have any reason left not to buy it before Christmas 

[kripton2035]

I bought these spl probes on ebay, and they work fine on my SDS2000HD
https://www.ebay.com/itm/225976882776
I find the DIY way too complicated and not worth it

[KungFuJosh]

I bought these spl probes on ebay, and they work fine on my SDS2000HD
https://www.ebay.com/itm/225976882776
I find the DIY way too complicated and not worth it

I bought those too, and they do work, but they're not as good as a proper 4-layer PCB set. The guy that sells them also made his version without permission. I wouldn't have bought them had I known that in advance.

Somebody else should make them correctly and sell them.

[axantas]

Hello,

Siglent SPL2016 Logic Probes now cost €505.75 at Batronix. If I remember correctly, that was still around €400 last week.

Best regards
egonotto

Oh, that is steep - some time ago, they sold THAT:
https://siglentna.com/product/sds2xhd-bnd/

Guess, they come in a Swarovski Crystal box now...