OWON VDS1000 / 2000 / 3000 Series
The classic OWON USB oscilloscopes: an ultra-thin box that turns your PC into a 2- or 4-channel scope, from the entry-level 25 MHz VDS1022 to the 100 MHz, 1 GSa/s VDS3104 — USB bus powered, from €90.
A real oscilloscope, powered by your PC
The OWON VDS series is a PC-based (virtual) oscilloscope: an ultra-thin USB box — just 18 mm thick — that draws its power from the USB port and puts the full oscilloscope display on your computer screen. Choose from 25, 60 or 100 MHz bandwidth with 2 or 4 channels, up to 1 GSa/s real-time sampling and up to 10M record length.
The software gives you your whole monitor for the waveform — with X-Y and FFT views alongside the trace, multi-trigger options, easy screenshots and data export, and SCPI support for automation. The VDS1022I adds USB isolation, protecting your PC and cleaning up the measurement when the circuit under test shares grounds.
Why the VDS series
Proven, affordable USB scopes that pack real bandwidth and deep memory into a case the size of a paperback.
2 or 4 channels, 25–100 MHz
From the 2-channel VDS1022 to the 4-channel, 100 MHz VDS3104 — every model adds a multi-function channel for external trigger or Pass/Fail output.
Up to 10M record length
Selectable record length up to 10M points captures long, detailed waveforms — scroll and zoom through the whole acquisition on your PC.
X-Y & FFT on one screen
Show X-Y or FFT views side by side with the live waveform, plus edge, video, slope, pulse and alternate triggering and full math functions.
USB powered, LAN option
Powered straight from the USB bus — no adapter needed. LAN remote control is optional, and the VDS1022I isolates its USB port for extra protection.
Who it’s for & best applications
With prices from €90, the VDS series is the most affordable way to put a genuine OWON oscilloscope on every bench — it uses the PC you already own for its display, power and storage, so there is almost nothing else to buy.
- Education, training labs & student benches
- Makers, hobbyists & home electronics
- Field service & on-site troubleshooting with a laptop
- Tight budgets — a real scope from €90
- Automated test & data logging (SCPI)
- General electronics, audio & power-supply debugging
- Microcontroller & embedded development
- Floating or noisy circuits — VDS1022I with USB isolation
- Long captures & screenshots straight to your PC
- 4-channel timing analysis with the VDS2064 / VDS3104
Choose your model
Six models across three families: the entry-level VDS1000 (25 MHz — the VDS1022I adds USB isolation and a 400 Vpk-pk input range), the VDS2000 (60 MHz, 1 GSa/s) and the top VDS3000 (100 MHz, 1 GSa/s), each as a 2- or 4-channel version. Click any model to view its full specifications, pricing and to buy.
VDS1022
VDS1022I
VDS2062
VDS2064
VDS3102
VDS3104
VDS10222 + 1 ch25 MHz
100 MSa/s · 5K40 Vpk-pk
€90.00
VDS1022I2 + 1 ch25 MHz
100 MSa/s · 5K400 Vpk-pk
€115.00
VDS20622 + 1 ch60 MHz
1 GSa/s · 10M40 Vpk-pk
€199.00
VDS20644 + 1 ch60 MHz
1 GSa/s · 5M40 Vpk-pk
€325.00
VDS31022 + 1 ch100 MHz
1 GSa/s · 10M40 Vpk-pk
€234.00
VDS31044 + 1 ch100 MHz
1 GSa/s · 5M40 Vpk-pk
€364.00
All models are USB bus powered with edge, video, slope, pulse and alternate triggering. Prices include VAT; click a model for current pricing and stock.
Specifications
Shared across the VDS series; bandwidth, sample rate and record length depend on the model you choose — see the comparison above.
| Oscilloscope | |
| Bandwidth | 25 MHz (VDS1000) · 60 MHz (VDS2000) · 100 MHz (VDS3000) |
| Channels | 2 + 1 or 4 + 1 (multi-function) |
| Real-time sample rate | 100 MSa/s (VDS1000) · 1 GSa/s (VDS2000/3000) |
| Record length | 5K (VDS1000) · 10M (2-ch) · 5M (4-ch) |
| Vertical resolution | 8-bit, 2 channels simultaneously |
| Vertical sensitivity | 2 mV–5 V/div (VDS1000: 5 mV–5 V/div) |
| Max input voltage | 40 Vpk-pk · VDS1022I: 400 Vpk-pk |
| Trigger types | Edge, Video, Slope, Pulse, Alternate |
| Connectivity & general | |
| Interface | USB 2.0 · VDS1022I: isolated USB · LAN optional (VDS2000/3000) |
| Multi-function port | Sync in/out, Pass/Fail output, external trigger input |
| Probe compensation | 3.3 V / 1 kHz output |
| PC software | OWON VDS for Windows, free download · SCPI support |
| Power | USB bus powered, 5 V / 1 A |
| Power consumption | ≤ 2.5 W (VDS1000) · ≤ 6.5 W (VDS2000/3000) |
| Dimensions | 170 × 120 × 18 mm (VDS1000) · 190 × 120 × 18 mm |
| Weight | ≈ 0.26 kg (VDS1000) · ≈ 0.30 kg |
From the official OWON VDS series specifications; subject to change, errors & omissions excepted.
In the box
Everything included as standard with your VDS series PC oscilloscope.
One passive probe is supplied per channel. The VDS1022 comes with a dual-plug USB power/data cable; the adapter and power cord are only supplied with LAN-equipped versions (when controlling over LAN, the scope is powered by the adapter). PC software is a free download from the Downloads section below. Box contents subject to final delivery.
Accessories & related series
Extend your VDS scope, or step up to OWON’s newer PC and tablet oscilloscopes.
Step up: VDS6000 series
Need more? The VDS6000 adds 14-bit resolution (“A” models), USB-C, optional Wi-Fi and software for Windows, macOS, Linux and Android.
ViewProbes & accessories
Spare passive probes, current probes and cables for every OWON oscilloscope are in our accessories store.
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Downloads
Official OWON documentation and Windows PC software for the VDS series — pick the files for your model.
Also available from OWON: SCPI examples for the VDS series and the full VDS product page.