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A handheld oscilloscope is a small oscilloscope designed for outdoor use and can be operated by batteries.
It is also called a handheld oscilloscope. An oscilloscope is a measuring instrument that displays changes in signal voltage in an electronic circuit as time-series waveform data. By reading the changes in this waveform and the magnitude of the amplitude, changes in the signal are measured.
Originally designed for use in laboratories and on factory production lines, these devices require high precision, high sensitivity, high-speed data processing, and other high performance features, resulting in a large chassis and high power consumption. On the other hand, oscilloscopes are also needed for use in the field where electronic equipment is installed for adjustment and repair of the equipment.
In this case, even if the performance is somewhat inferior, the oscilloscope must be small, lightweight, and battery-powered, eliminating the need for a commercial power supply. Handheld oscilloscopes satisfy these requirements. Portable oscilloscopes are generally smaller versions of the installation type oscilloscopes and are different from handheld oscilloscopes.
As mentioned in the previous section, handheld oscilloscopes are used for waveform observation at the site where the equipment is installed. Because they are compact and do not require a power supply, they are easy to maneuver, easy to use, and increase work efficiency.
Also, because it is battery-powered, it is suitable for waveform observation of equipment in a floating state. For oscilloscopes that use a commercial power supply, it is recommended that the main unit be grounded to prevent electric shock. However, if the ground level of the device to which the oscilloscope is connected is floating, there may be a large potential difference between the two, which may damage the device or the oscilloscope.
On the other hand, if the oscilloscope is battery-powered, such a problem does not occur because the handy oscilloscope is also in a floating state. Furthermore, handy oscilloscopes are also used for personal electronics work because of their relatively simple functions and low cost. Similarly, they are easy to use in classes at educational institutions.
There are two types of oscilloscopes: an analog type that uses the afterimage effect of a cathode-ray tube, and a digital type that converts the signal waveform to A/D and records it in memory.
Therefore, the principle of capturing signal waveforms is exactly the same as that of digital oscilloscopes. However, because they are small and battery-powered, there are various limitations in terms of functionality. The main limitations are as follows:
On the other hand, since they are battery-powered, the ground level can be set independently of the ground, as described in the previous section, so ordinary probes can be used even in situations where differential probes are required with ordinary oscilloscopes.
Miniaturized handheld oscilloscopes are available in the following types:
This type of oscilloscope combines a digitizer function that converts signals to A/D and stores them in memory, and connects to a PC via USB to display signal waveforms on the PC's display. This type is generally simple and inexpensive, but it is not strictly speaking a handy device since a PC is indispensable for waveform observation.
This type is equipped with a display device and is capable of capturing and displaying signal waveforms by itself. The captured signal waveforms can be output to an external device via USB or a memory card, and the data can be analyzed using a PC.
In addition, the built-in rechargeable battery allows measurement without connecting to a commercial power source, as long as the battery is charged with an AC adapter. Some models can use commercially available alkaline batteries.
In addition to the functions of an oscilloscope, this type integrates the functions of a digital multimeter and a frequency counter. Although their individual functions are not as good as those of dedicated measuring instruments, they are extremely convenient, especially when brought to the site where the equipment is installed for measurement, since they have all the measurement functions in a single unit.
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Rohde & Schwarz USA, Inc.
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■Features ・Up to 120MHz bandwidth, 1GS/s sample rate ・Maximum 14-bit high resolution ADC ・Maximum record length of 40M ・Waveform refresh rate u...
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■Features ・1GSa/s sampling rate ・7 inch wide rectangular color LCD ・32 types of automatic measurement functions ・FFT function ・Automatic confi...
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■ Characteristics ・ Half -reflected LCD panel is used to ensure values and waveform visibility even in outdoor sunlight. ・ Realize perfect isol...
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■Features Multifunctional oscilloscope + multimeter + waveform generator integrated into one unit. 3.5 inch high resolution, high contrast color LC...
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■Summary ・Frequency band: 200MHz, 100MHz ・Number of channels: 2 (200MHz model) /4 (100MHz model) ・Maximum sample rate: 1GSa/s ・Maximum record l...
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■Summary ・Frequency band: 100MHz ・Number of channels: 4 ・Maximum sample rate: 1GSa/s ・Maximum record length: 110M points ・Maximum waveform cap...
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■Summary ・Frequency band: 100MHz, 200MHz ・Number of channels: 2 ・Maximum sample rate: 1GSa/s ・Maximum record length: 12M points ・Maximum wavef...
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■Summary ・Frequency band: 200MHz ・Number of channels: 2 ・Maximum sample rate: 1GSa/s ・Maximum record length: 110M points ・Maximum waveform cap...
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■Summary ・Full isolation ・Frequency band: 100MHz, 200MHz ・Number of channels: 2 (insulated) ・Maximum sample rate: 1GSa/s ・Maximum record lengt...
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■Summary ・Frequency band: 300MHz ・Number of channels: 4 ・Maximum sample rate: 2GSa/s ・Maximum record length: 220M points ・Maximum waveform cap...
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■Summary ・Full isolation ・Frequency band: 100MHz, 200MHz ・Number of channels: 2 (insulated) ・Maximum sample rate: 1GSa/s ・Maximum record lengt...
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■Summary ・Frequency band: 200MHz, 100MHz ・Number of channels: 2 (200MHz model) / 4 (100MHz model) ・Maximum sample rate: 1GSa/s ・Maximum record ...
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■Summary ・Frequency band: 200MHz ・Number of channels: 4 ・Maximum sample rate: 2GSa/s ・Maximum record length: 220M points ・Maximum waveform cap...
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