UNI-T UPO2000HD-BW7T1M | 100 MHz Bandwidth Upgrade for 70 MHz UPO2000HD Oscilloscopes
Expand Your Bandwidth. Enhance Your Measurement Capabilities.
The UPO2000HD-BW7T1M is a factory-authorized bandwidth upgrade for UNI-T UPO2000HD 70 MHz oscilloscopes. This upgrade increases the analog bandwidth from 70 MHz to 100 MHz , providing enhanced measurement capabilities without the higher cost of the full 200 MHz upgrade.
For engineers and technicians working with moderate-speed digital signals, motor controls, or embedded systems, this bandwidth enhancement delivers improved visibility into signal details while maintaining an excellent price-performance ratio.
🚀 Why Upgrade to 100 MHz?
Application Example
What 100 MHz Bandwidth Delivers Over 70 MHz
Digital Interfaces Better edge detection for common embedded communication buses
Power Electronics Improved visibility of switching edges and transients
Motor Control Systems Enhanced measurement of PWM signals with faster rise times
Signal Integrity More accurate rise time measurements for mid-speed signals
Circuit Debugging Better visualization of harmonics and ringing in the 70-100 MHz range
Rule of thumb: To accurately measure a signal, your oscilloscope bandwidth should be at least 5× the signal frequency . With 100 MHz, you can confidently analyze signals with edge rates as low as 3.5 ns rise time and frequencies up to 20 MHz—perfect for many embedded systems, motor drives, and analog applications.
🛠️ Upgrade Details
Feature
Specification
Upgrade Name UPO2000HD-BW7T1M
Target Models UPO2072HD (2CH) and UPO2074HD (4CH)
Original Bandwidth 70 MHz
Upgraded Bandwidth 100 MHz
Rise Time (typical) Improves from ≤5.0 ns → ≤3.5 ns
Scope Models Required Must be a UPO2000HD Series with 70 MHz spec
📌 Note: This upgrade is a licensed software unlock. Installation is fast and does not require returning your instrument. Requires most recent firmware version.
🔬 Ideal for Everyday Test & Measurement
The UPO2000HD-BW7T1M upgrade is perfect for users who need more bandwidth than their 70 MHz model provides, but don't require the full 200 MHz capability. This cost-effective upgrade is recommended for:
Electronic technicians working with common embedded systems
Educational labs requiring moderate bandwidth
Motor control and power electronics development
Industrial maintenance and field service engineers
Hobbyists and makers working with microcontrollers and sensors
Practical Performance Enhancement
This bandwidth upgrade delivers a noticeable improvement in measurement capability, particularly for signals with frequency components between 70 MHz and 100 MHz. The improvement in rise time from 5.0 ns to 3.5 ns means you'll see clearer edges on digital signals and more accurate timing measurements—critical for debugging timing-sensitive circuits.
The increased bandwidth also enhances the accuracy of automated measurements, providing more reliable results for parameters like rise/fall times, pulse widths, and frequency measurements. For digital buses operating in the 10-20 MHz range, the additional bandwidth provides significantly improved signal integrity analysis.
Improved signal integrity with enhanced bandwidth
UNI-T UPO2000HD-BW7T1M Value Proposition
The UPO2000HD-BW7T1M offers an excellent balance of performance and value. By upgrading your 70 MHz oscilloscope to 100 MHz, you gain access to the same bandwidth class as many mid-range oscilloscopes, without the cost of replacing your instrument. This extends the useful life of your investment and provides immediate performance benefits.
For many applications in embedded systems, power electronics, and general circuit debugging, 100 MHz bandwidth provides all the performance you need. This upgrade delivers that capability at a cost significantly lower than the full 200 MHz upgrade option, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious engineers and technicians.
More accurate measurements with enhanced bandwidth
Key Application Improvements
Enhanced Digital Signal Analysis
For digital signals in the 10-20 MHz range, the increase to 100 MHz bandwidth provides significantly improved visibility of signal integrity issues. You'll be able to see more accurate representations of signal edges, detect glitches that might be attenuated at 70 MHz, and make more reliable timing measurements. This is particularly valuable for debugging SPI, I²C, and other common embedded interfaces operating at moderate speeds.
Improved Power Electronics Testing
In power electronics applications, the additional bandwidth helps reveal more detail in switching waveforms, including ringing, overshoot, and parasitic oscillations that might be partially attenuated at 70 MHz. This enhanced visibility helps engineers optimize switching edges, minimize losses, and identify potential EMI sources. When combined with the optional UPO2000HD-PWR power analysis package, the 100 MHz bandwidth enables more accurate switching loss measurements.
Better Protocol Analysis
When using the UPO2000HD's built-in protocol decoders, the increased bandwidth improves signal fidelity, resulting in more reliable decoding of serial data. This reduces decoding errors, particularly at higher data rates, and makes it easier to debug communication issues in embedded systems. For automotive and industrial protocols like CAN, LIN, and SENT, the 100 MHz bandwidth ensures accurate representation of the physical layer signals.
Optimized for Educational Use
For educational laboratories, the 100 MHz bandwidth option provides an excellent balance of performance and value. It covers the frequency range needed for most curriculum experiments while keeping costs manageable. Students can observe signal behaviors that might be attenuated at 70 MHz, gaining a better understanding of real-world circuit performance, without the higher cost of the 200 MHz option.
UPO2000HD-BW7T1M Compatibility Information
Compatible Models: UPO2072HD (2-channel) and UPO2074HD (4-channel)
Installation Requirements: Latest firmware version required (downloadable from UNI-T website)
Activation Process: License key is applied through USB media - no need to return the instrument
Hardware Requirements: No hardware modifications required - all UPO2000HD 70 MHz models have the hardware capability to support 100 MHz operation with appropriate licensing
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Before Upgrade (70 MHz)
After Upgrade (100 MHz)
Analog Bandwidth
70 MHz
100 MHz
Rise Time (10% to 90%)
≤5.0 ns
≤3.5 ns
Bandwidth Limiting Options
20 MHz
20 MHz
Maximum Signal Frequency*
~14 MHz
~20 MHz
High-Frequency Signal Accuracy
Limited above 35 MHz
Maintained up to 50 MHz
Required Probes
70 MHz minimum (UT-P04)
100 MHz minimum (UT-P04)**
* For full-amplitude signals with the standard 5× signal frequency rule
Related Options Comparison
Upgrade Option
Starting Bandwidth
Ending Bandwidth
Best For
UPO2000HD-BW7T2M
70 MHz
200 MHz
Maximum performance upgrade for 70 MHz models
UPO2000HD-BW7T1M 70 MHz
100 MHz
Cost-effective upgrade for 70 MHz models
UPO2000HD-BW1MT2M
100 MHz
200 MHz
Performance upgrade for 100 MHz models
UPO2000HD-PWR
Any
Any + Power Analysis
Adding power analysis capabilities to any model
Upgrade Path Flexibility
The UPO2000HD-BW7T1M offers flexibility in your upgrade path. If you later need the full 200 MHz capability, you can purchase the UPO2000HD-BW1MT2M to complete the upgrade from 100 MHz to 200 MHz. This staged approach allows you to invest incrementally as your needs grow, rather than committing to the full 200 MHz upgrade immediately.
Installation & Activation
Purchase the UPO2000HD-BW7T1M bandwidth upgrade option
You will receive a license certificate with a unique license key
Download the latest firmware for your oscilloscope from UNI-T's website
Register your product and obtain the license file using the provided key
Download the license file to a USB storage device
Connect the USB device to your oscilloscope and follow the on-screen activation instructions
Your oscilloscope will restart with 100 MHz bandwidth capability
No physical hardware modification or return shipping is required
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this upgrade work with any UPO2000HD model?
No, the UPO2000HD-BW7T1M is specifically designed for the 70 MHz models (UPO2072HD and UPO2074HD). If you already have a 100 MHz model and want to upgrade to 200 MHz, you need the UPO2000HD-BW1MT2M option instead.
Do I need to send my oscilloscope to UNI-T for this upgrade?
No, this is a software-based upgrade that you can install yourself. After purchasing, you'll receive a license key to activate the additional bandwidth capability without any hardware modifications.
Will my current probes work with the increased bandwidth?
Yes, the standard 70 MHz probes (UT-P04) included with your oscilloscope are rated for 100 MHz and will work perfectly with this bandwidth upgrade. No probe upgrade is required.
If I upgrade to 100 MHz now, can I later upgrade to 200 MHz?
Yes, you can upgrade in stages. After applying this upgrade, you can later purchase the UPO2000HD-BW1MT2M option to go from 100 MHz to 200 MHz if your needs change.
How significant is the performance difference between 70 MHz and 100 MHz?
For signals with frequency components between 70 MHz and 100 MHz, you'll see noticeable improvement in waveform fidelity. More importantly, the rise time improves from 5.0 ns to 3.5 ns, providing better edge definition for digital signals and more accurate timing measurements.
Warranty & Support
The UPO2000HD-BW7T1M bandwidth upgrade includes a standard 1-year warranty. This upgrade does not affect the warranty status of your base oscilloscope. UNI-T provides full technical support for activation and usage of the upgraded capabilities.
Enhance Your Measurement Capabilities
Ready to get more from your UPO2000HD oscilloscope? The UPO2000HD-BW7T1M bandwidth upgrade delivers meaningful performance improvements at an accessible price point—giving you the enhanced signal visibility you need for more accurate measurements and more effective debugging.
Order now to unlock the additional performance built into your oscilloscope hardware.
