Oscilloscope Market Shifts Towards Touchscreen Operation
In the world of oscilloscopes, a shift towards touchscreen operation has been observed. While some major manufacturers like Rohde & Schwarz, Tektronix, and Keysight adopted this change later due to long product lifecycles, others have embraced it earlier, bringing modern user concepts to accommodate wide-ranging functions.
Tektronix, a current leader in the field, has recently launched the 7 Series DPO oscilloscope. This high-end device features a 15.6” Full HD touchscreen and supports both Windows and Linux. Its advanced signal processing architecture caters to professional and research applications, commanding a premium price as of September 2025.
Teledyne LeCroy pioneered touch operation in oscilloscopes as early as 2006. Today, common features among leading oscilloscopes include large touchscreens and minimal physical buttons, focusing on ergonomic operation. The partnership between Teledyne LeCroy and Siglent has brought these modern user interfaces to lower and middle price segments. However, early Teledyne LeCroy models with touch operation were initially expensive, targeting affluent customers.
The integration of touchscreens in oscilloscopes has become a trend, offering users enhanced ergonomics and functionality. While touch operation complements classic controls, it cannot entirely replace them. As seen with Tektronix's 7 Series DPO, these devices are now catering to high-end professional and research markets, with pricing reflecting their advanced features.
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