Analog Oscilloscope

Measuring High-Speed Signals with an Oscilloscope? A Four-Step Check Method Made Easy!

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Measuring High-Speed Signals with an Oscilloscope? A Four-Step Check Method Made Easy!

With the rapid development of electronic technology, communication signal frequencies are increasing, and the quality requirements for signals are becoming more stringent. Is it enough to just choose an expensive oscilloscope to measure these high-speed signals? Not necessarily; if some details are overlooked, even the most expensive oscilloscope may not provide accurate measurements! 1. Bandwidth … Read more

What Impact Does Effective Number of Bits Have on Signal Measurement in Oscilloscopes?

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What Impact Does Effective Number of Bits Have on Signal Measurement in Oscilloscopes?

There are many key indicators for measuring the quality of an oscilloscope testing system, and the “Effective Number of Bits (ENOB)” is crucial for understanding the entire measurement system. This article will discuss the effective bits of oscilloscopes, the impact of ENOB on actual signal testing, and provide methods for solving it using EXCEL in … Read more

How to Safely Connect an Oscilloscope to 220V AC

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How to Safely Connect an Oscilloscope to 220V AC

Recently, a colleague at the company asked me: “Can an oscilloscope be directly connected to the 220V voltage between the live wire and the neutral wire? Will it blow up?” Because it indeed exploded once before, it left a lingering fear~ I believe many of you have similar questions, so today I will summarize this … Read more

Seven Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using Oscilloscopes

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Seven Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using Oscilloscopes

Editor’s Note: Oscilloscopes are almost an essential tool for electronic engineers, but not every engineer can use them effectively. This article shares seven common mistakes encountered when using oscilloscopes. These may align with what you’ve seen or differ, but of course, this is subjective. Ideally, all probes should be a wire that does not interfere … Read more

Function and Working Principle of Oscilloscope Probes

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Function and Working Principle of Oscilloscope Probes

Editor’s Note: This article is primarily compiled from Keysight’s related content on probes. Oscilloscopes have expanded their application range due to the existence of probes, enabling online testing and analysis of the electronic circuits being measured, as shown in the figure below: Function of Oscilloscope Probes The selection and use of probes need to consider … Read more

How to Adjust FFT Function on Oscilloscope?

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How to Adjust FFT Function on Oscilloscope?

“The FFT function on an oscilloscope is a tool that provides a frequency domain view of signals. Understanding how the FFT function on the oscilloscope can bring digital and RF designs to market.” How to Access FFT on Keysight Oscilloscopes The FFT menu includes options for selecting the type of FFT spectrum calculation, allowing you … Read more

Common Usage Methods of Oscilloscopes

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Common Usage Methods of Oscilloscopes

Click on the above ” Technical Training “, select “Pin to Top Public Account” Over 110,000 industrial control professionals follow this WeChat platform: Technical sharing, learning exchange, industrial control videos Steps to Use an Oscilloscope: Using an oscilloscope, you can observe the waveform curves of various electrical signals’ amplitudes changing over time. Based on this, … Read more

Introduction to Various Types of Oscilloscope Probes and Their Uses

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Introduction to Various Types of Oscilloscope Probes and Their Uses

This article will introduce the types and uses of various probes. What is a probe: An oscilloscope is the most commonly used measuring instrument by electronic engineers, and the oscilloscope probe is undoubtedly the most commonly used accessory for the oscilloscope. The oscilloscope probe is the electronic component that connects the measured circuit to the … Read more

The Evolution of Oscilloscopes

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The Evolution of Oscilloscopes

The oscilloscope is one of the most versatile tools in the toolbox of electronic engineers and enthusiasts. It converts voltage signals into waveforms that change over time, allowing users to observe related information such as signal frequency, amplitude, and noise. Modern Oscilloscopes Almost all application electronics, electrical laboratories, or workbenches have an oscilloscope, and many … Read more

What Can An Oscilloscope Measure?

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What Can An Oscilloscope Measure?

The oscilloscope is the most common instrument for electronic engineers, and many people compare it to the “eyes” of an engineer, which is enough to illustrate how important oscilloscopes are to engineers. How is the signal displayed on the oscilloscope screen? On the oscilloscope, the signal is transmitted through a series of resistors and capacitors … Read more