All,
Just getting started in Electronics/Novice...OK..I am very interested in electronics as my dad (biological-deceased) was and my step dad is as well.
Step Dad was a Tech for over 30 years (21 years Air Force/9 years private civilian Military Contracts).
I have a Masters in Science and a Bachelors in Computer Science so I believe the electronics desire comes from my love of Science and Math.
Anyways, I have a Decent Meter and a every day meter and then a few that get tossed around the garage and with the kids.
I have a Power Supply Unit (A Cheap one) - I need to learn to use but that is in a different post....LOL.
Anyways I am beginning to look at Oscilloscopes. I have been asked this question a time or two...Do you have a Oscilloscope?
At one time I actually did have a real old school one that was old and purchased at a School Sale...It was old when I had it 30 years ago. Never used it...from memory there was a probe issue...but it worked. I gave it to a friend as the size was not small and he had a working probe for it. (Teachers Kid)
So what should I look for in a Oscilloscope?
I see they come in different sizes and I know they basically measures signal voltage as a function of time.
Seems like the size plays a part in price but that probably due to sampling Rate/Bandwidth Capabilities. But the size also tells if there is a picture Tube or Digital Display or if they attach to a computer.
I believe my dad said a 25-30 Mhz unit would suffice for much of the stuff I get into. (Monitors/TVs/Old Computers (Atari/Commodore/etc). He suggested a older BK Precision 30MHz Oscilloscope or a Techtronix one.
I believe Must haves would be;
1) Complete unit including probes.
2) Directions or at least a owners Manual
3) Size - I can carry it in my hands along with my Meter. (Large Lunch Box Size or smaller)
4) Not so old that can't get probes/parts
Nice to Have;
1) Name Brand
2)Multiple Channels (not exactly sure what I would use that for currently but I have a feeling I would grow into it type of thing).
3) Made in the last 15 years or possibly new.
Anyways any suggestions on units to look at?
Suggestions on the Name brands vs cheaper ones?
Thanks for the help!
Chris
Just getting started in Electronics/Novice...OK..I am very interested in electronics as my dad (biological-deceased) was and my step dad is as well.
Step Dad was a Tech for over 30 years (21 years Air Force/9 years private civilian Military Contracts).
I have a Masters in Science and a Bachelors in Computer Science so I believe the electronics desire comes from my love of Science and Math.
Anyways, I have a Decent Meter and a every day meter and then a few that get tossed around the garage and with the kids.
I have a Power Supply Unit (A Cheap one) - I need to learn to use but that is in a different post....LOL.
Anyways I am beginning to look at Oscilloscopes. I have been asked this question a time or two...Do you have a Oscilloscope?
At one time I actually did have a real old school one that was old and purchased at a School Sale...It was old when I had it 30 years ago. Never used it...from memory there was a probe issue...but it worked. I gave it to a friend as the size was not small and he had a working probe for it. (Teachers Kid)
So what should I look for in a Oscilloscope?
I see they come in different sizes and I know they basically measures signal voltage as a function of time.
Seems like the size plays a part in price but that probably due to sampling Rate/Bandwidth Capabilities. But the size also tells if there is a picture Tube or Digital Display or if they attach to a computer.
I believe my dad said a 25-30 Mhz unit would suffice for much of the stuff I get into. (Monitors/TVs/Old Computers (Atari/Commodore/etc). He suggested a older BK Precision 30MHz Oscilloscope or a Techtronix one.
I believe Must haves would be;
1) Complete unit including probes.
2) Directions or at least a owners Manual
3) Size - I can carry it in my hands along with my Meter. (Large Lunch Box Size or smaller)
4) Not so old that can't get probes/parts
Nice to Have;
1) Name Brand
2)Multiple Channels (not exactly sure what I would use that for currently but I have a feeling I would grow into it type of thing).
3) Made in the last 15 years or possibly new.
Anyways any suggestions on units to look at?
Suggestions on the Name brands vs cheaper ones?
Thanks for the help!
Chris
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