First-of-its-kind system brings unmatched flexibility, density, and automation to validation and production environments
BEAVERTON, Ore., Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tektronix today unveiled the MP5000 Series modular precision test system, a transformative solution that sets the pace for the future of automated test. Built on the principle of modularity, it allows engineers to combine precision source measure units (SMUs) and programmable power supply units (PSUs) within a compact 1U mainframe—delivering the adaptability and scalability modern validation and production workflows demand.
At launch, the system includes a 60-volt dual-channel SMU, a dual-channel 50-watt bipolar power supply, and the MP5103 mainframe. Engineers can configure up to six independent channels per chassis and connect up to 32 mainframes for high-throughput, tightly synchronized multi-site testing. Modules can be swapped in minutes, enabling customers to expand capabilities or service individual channels without downtime.
"Automated test has always been about balancing precision with productivity," said Chris Bohn, President, Tektronix. "With this modular system, customers can scale their power and measurement strategy as fast as their innovation demands—without compromise. This is more than a system; it's a blueprint for the next decade of automated test."
Applications that demand precision and flexibility
From validation and reliability testing to high-volume production, the MP5000 Series delivers the flexibility, channel density, and automation needed to keep pace with evolving requirements. By combining precision with scalability, it provides a modern foundation for the most demanding workflows—while the broader platform ensures customers can grow into what's next.
What sets the MP5000 Series apart
Every detail of the MP5000 Series was designed to help engineers do more with less—less rack space, less downtime, less complexity. Key advantages include:
- Future-ready modularity – reconfigure in minutes to meet changing needs by mixing SMUs and PSUs within the mainframe
- High density, compact design – scale up to 6 channels per 1U chassis and connect up to 32 mainframes for parallel, multi-site testing
- Performance without limits – SMU modules with 100 fA resolution and 1 MSa/s digitization for high-speed capture; PSU modules deliver up to 50 W per channel with bipolar output and advanced protection
- Automation built in – a test script processor (TSP) eliminates PC-instrument latency with sub-microsecond synchronization across racks; integrates with Python, LabVIEW, and IVI drivers
- Maximum uptime – module-only calibration, independent slot power control, and intuitive web and touch interfaces keep systems running with less interruption
Looking ahead: A modular future
This launch marks the beginning of a new modular era at Tektronix. Development is already underway on a 200-volt SMU module with higher pulsing capabilities, extending the platform into demanding semiconductor and optoelectronic applications. Expected in early 2026, it underscores the rapid pace of expansion—and reinforces that this system was built to evolve with the future of test.
Availability & models
The MP5000 Series modular test system is available for order today. The MP5103 mainframe and MPSU50-2ST power supply module will begin shipping in October, and the MSMU60-2 60V SMU module in November. At launch, customers can choose from:
- MP5103 mainframe – 3-slot, 1U rack-mountable chassis
- MSMU60-2 60V dual-channel SMU module – precision source/measure with high-speed digitization
- MPSU50-2ST Dual-channel bipolar power supply module – 50 W per channel with advanced protection and bipolar output
About Tektronix
Tektronix is the partner engineers have trusted to measure, discover, and innovate for nearly 80 years. Today we deliver test and measurement solutions that unite precision with simplicity, helping engineers accelerate breakthroughs that shape a better tomorrow. Learn more at tek.com/newsroom.
Tektronix is a registered trademark of Tektronix, Inc. All other trade names referenced are the service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Media Contacts:
Jill Bailey, Tektronix: jill.bailey@tektronix.com
Becca Wirta, Publitek: becca.wirta@publitek.com
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Tektronix redefines automated test with the MP5000 Series modular precision test system
The Initiative Aims to Address the Pain Points of Family Filmmaking
BEIJING, Dec. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 6th, the 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival opened in Beijing. SmallRig, a global specialized provider of imaging solutions, collaborating with FamilyLens, is empowering family filmmaking through various initiatives, including the Family Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative, a dedicated family filmmaking kit, and a social impact screening program.
Deepening the "Co-Creation Initiatives"
The Co-Creation Initiatives are a series of global creative initiatives open to filmmakers and image creators worldwide. Through deep collaboration across multiple dimensions — including product co-creation, discovery and promotion, and content co-creation — SmallRig aims to expand the boundaries of mobile filmmaking and bring the spirit of Free Your Dream to life with creators everywhere.
Following the launch of the Mobile Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative at the 14th International Smartphone Film Festival, SmallRig announced the launch of the Family Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative on December 6th at the 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival. The initiative invites global creators and every family to participate, focusing on three core directions: product co-creation, work promotion, and content co-creation, to explore the possibilities of family filmmaking for everyone.
Mr. Zhou Yang, Founder and CEO of SmallRig, shared the inspiration for the initiative: "The initiative is rooted in the immense universality and profound emotional depth inherent in family narratives, which serve as a common emotional bond connecting global audiences. We firmly believe that in this era, where everyone can be a content creator, every family can and should film their own story. The instinct to create is deeply embedded in the human spirit, and every home is the origin of countless narratives."
Gu Xue, Founder and Director of the FamilyLens International Film Festival, stated: "We hope that people and practitioners around the world who care about family movies can find suitable solutions and gain insights from the Co-Creation Initiatives. We look forward to more and more people exploring the field of 'Home' together through this initiative."
To address the pain points of family filmmaking, SmallRig officially released the SmallRig Family Filmmaking Kit at the opening ceremony. The kit includes a high-quality microphone, fill light, and a portable tripod, specifically designed to achieve "professional function democratization" and "complex feature simplification." During the FamilyLens Workshop, attendees experienced the convenience of the equipment firsthand. Many expressed that the kit truly solves many problems, enabling ordinary families to complete necessary filming without specialized photography knowledge.
Social Impact Screening Program
The 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival is open to the public from December 6th to 14th. The festival opened with the screening of well-received documentary: K-Family Affairs. In addition to the competition section, the festival features several distinctive sections, including the Reframing Home Movies— An Italian Retrospective, Youth Film Program, Filmmaker in Focus, and the Social Impact Program. Four major awards, such as the Real-Life Portrait Award and the Artistic Exploration Award, will also be presented.
As a key component of the Co-Creation Initiatives, the SmallRig Image Development Fund partnered with the FamilyLens International Film Festival to curate the "Social Impact Screening Program." This unit focuses on elevating awareness of critical issues within the family unit, advocating for a new reflection: "Starting with Seeing, Concluding with Understanding."
Arum Nam, Director of K-Family Affairs, stated:
"Starting with the stories of your family, your friends, and yourself, I believe this personal narrative can connect directly to the bigger society."
SmallRig believes that truly meaningful social impact storytelling stems from awareness in proximity—achieved by using the lens to penetrate the daily surface and enabling a deep, empathetic "Seeing with Empathy."
The four featured works in this unit are:
- People of the Ascent
- Granny's Lost and Found
- Ruixi at Fourteen
- No Country For My Maternal Grandma
These films highlight four family issues that require "seeing": the yearning of left-behind children, the mental isolation of Alzheimer's patients, the elderly searching for subjectivity in their drifting lives, and the emotional volatility and struggle of Bipolar Disorder.
Strategic Outlook and Future Expansion
SmallRig will continue to support the Family Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative's deep development through promotional campaigns and practical workshops focused on family movie scenarios.
The overall goal of SmallRig's Global Co-creation Initiative is to continuously explore and meet the growing, diverse needs of global creators across different vertical domains. SmallRig is committed to persistently expanding the co-creation model into more imaging sectors, collaborating with industry partners to push the boundaries of imaging and grant global creators broader creative freedom.
About SmallRig
Founded in 2013, SmallRig is an innovation-driven global company that designs and manufactures comprehensive support solutions and accessories for all content creation needs. Trusted by over four million creators globally, SmallRig pioneered the User Co-creation Design (UCD) philosophy and the DreamRig Program.
For more information, visit: www.smallrig.com.
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SmallRig and FamilyLens Launch Global Family Filmmaking Initiative at 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival
SmallRig and FamilyLens Launch Global Family Filmmaking Initiative at 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival
SmallRig and FamilyLens Launch Global Family Filmmaking Initiative at 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival
