Tektronix WFM5000

Tektronix WFM5000

The Tektronix WFM5000 waveform monitor offers uncompromised monitoring quality with sharp CRT like traces, patented Gamut displays, picture thumbnail, display freeze and an error log for 10,000 events, for efficient content compliance verification. This portable video waveform monitor weighs less than 3Kg, and provides an ideal solution for basic video and audio monitoring needs. This unit can accept power from a 12VDC source, a battery or an 100-240VAC converter.

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Description

The Tektronix WFM5000 is a professional portable waveform monitor designed for broadcast, production and post-production environments to analyse video and audio signals on SD-SDI and HD-SDI interfaces. It provides accurate visualisation of waveform, vector, gamut, timing and audio metering information from digital video sources on a compact, easy-to-use instrument.

🔍 Key Capabilities

📺 Video Monitoring

  • Supports SD-SDI and HD-SDI (SMPTE-compliant) video formats with auto-detect between SD and HD signal types.

  • Displays waveform, vector and picture thumbnail views for thorough signal analysis and monitoring.

  • Patented gamut displays (e.g., Diamond, Split Diamond, Arrowhead) help visualise colour compliance and gamut errors easily.

  • Intuitive “See and Solve” displays simplify calibration, timing analysis and error detection.

📊 Audio Monitoring

  • Built-in support for embedded audio (up to 16 channels) and AES digital audio (2 channels).

  • Audio level bars and Lissajous displays for comprehensive digital audio visualisation.

  • Front-panel headphone jack for quick audio checks.

🧠 Depth & Logging

  • Stores an error log (up to 10,000 events) with time-code info for compliance reporting and troubleshooting.

  • Display freeze and front-panel USB port make capturing and exporting screenshots and presets easy.

  • 32 user-configurable presets let operators quickly recall commonly used settings.

📡 Physical & Power

  • Compact, portable form factor (roughly 3 RU half-rack, short-depth) ideal for OB vans, studios, racks and field use.

  • Flexible power options: AC mains or 12 V DC (battery/vehicle use possible with adapters).

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