Oscilloscopes for Radio Amateurs

Oscilloscopes are a useful tool in the world of electronics, allowing radio amateurs to see the signals inside their equipment. With personal computers and today's technologies, a variety of analog, digital or hybrid scopes are available to hams for solving problems and testing new ideas in home workshops.

Oscilloscopes for Radio Amateurs is filled with practical information you ll need for using a scope. It begins with an overview of the oscilloscope and continues on to discuss characteristics, applications, probes, controls, and input modes. If you re considering adding this piece of test equipment to your ham shack, there is an explanation of scope specifications and features to help you select an oscilloscope that is right for you.

Includes:
Why Get an Oscilloscope?
A Little History
Every Scope Has These Elements
Probes and Accessories
Scope Sections in Detail
Input Modes
Let s Put a Scope to Work
If You Are Going to Buy One Specifications
Software Oscilloscopes Capable and Free
Reviews of Several Current Models