by Mitch Johnson
Volume 4:2, Mar-Apr 1997
A digital storage oscilloscope is one of the most versatile pieces of test equipment on the market, offering the capability of automatic parmeter measurements on a variety of different signals. Individual differences between manufacturers’ specifications can make it difficult to evaluate and compare when making a purchase decision. This article shares some simple tests to establish what the DSO’s real capabilities are and some quick checks of operational integrity that can be performed before calibration.
