Oscilloscopes - Softcover

Hickman, Ian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750647574 ISBN 13: 9780750647571

Publisher: Newnes, 2000

Synopsis

Oscilloscopes are essential tools for checking circuit operation and diagnosing faults, and an enormous range of models are available. But which is the right one for a particular application? Which features are essential and which not so important? Ian Hickman has the answers. This handy guide to oscilloscopes is essential reading for anyone who has to use a 'scope for their work or hobby: electronics designers, technicians, anyone in industry involved in test and measurement, electronics enthusiasts . . . Ian Hickman's review of all the latest types of 'scope currently available will prove especially useful for anyone planning to buy - or even build - an oscilloscope. The science and electronics of how oscilloscopes work is explained in order to enhance the reader's appreciation of how to use their 'scope. The practical use of oscilloscope is explained with clarity and supported with examples, encouraging the reader to think about the application of their oscilloscope and improve their use of this complex instrument. The advance of digital technology makes this timely revision of Ian Hickman's well known book an essential update for electronics professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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Product Description

Oscilloscopes Oscilloscopes are essential tools for checking circuit operation and diagnosing faults, and an enormous range of models are available. But which is the right one for a particular application? Which features are essential? This guide to oscilloscopes answers the questions. It explains the science and electronics of how oscilloscopes work. Full description

Review

"...provide a definitive, up-to-date guide to choosing using and understanding more about osilloscopes." --What's New in Electronics, January 2001

"The readers appreciation of how to use their scope is enhanced by thorough explanations. Ian Hickman explains the practical use of the oscilloscope and supports with examples." --Electronics Manufacture and Test, February 2001

Edition details

• Publisher: Newnes
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750647574
• ISBN 13: 9780750647571
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 288