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BASIC OSCILLOSCOPE FUNCTIONS
ABOUTTHISCHAPTER
This chapter provides introductory Oscilloscope instructions. This introduction does
not cover all of the oscilloscope capabilities but provides basic examples of menu
navigation and operations. Detailed instructions are provided in the Advanced
Oscilloscope functions section.
POWERINGTHEOSCILLOSCOPE
Connect the oscilloscope to an AC power source using the supplied AC adaptor.
If the battery is charged, the oscilloscope may be powered by the supplied and
installed Li-ion battery. The meter will run for up to four (4) hours on a full charge.
Turn the oscilloscope on by pressing the power key.
Upon power up, the instrument performs a ‘self check’. The display will show the
“press any key to continue……” screen.
MAINOSCILLOSCOPEDISPLAYSCREEN
Figure 4: Oscilloscope Display Screen
