@mnovo
the whole 10x, 1x debate has always eluded me. I always put it on 10x as I was told I won't interfere with circuits this way but, I was never explained (with examples) what level I can do 1x at. Then I found this very informative video and once again I'm back to the poundering...
@Afrotechmods
@ForViewingOnly I've never used it, but it should be noticeably better than this one. But since I made the video, the price dropped to $287. All comes down to how much money you have.
@jasoneyes01
GREAT STUFF. I actually bought a Leader 20 MHZ and Kikasui 100 mhz Oscilloscope after watching your videos. I never realized the versatility till I watched your videos. Keep them coming, cOOL cat you have.
@Afrotechmods
Very good comments - however for the work I do (power electronics), I leave it on X1. The lower impedance makes the probe more immune to picking up RFI. 10Mohm is very susceptible to RF and messes up the readings.
@uN1Qu3DZ
@drumstick9000 yes they do, and it's usually under 100 volts. a basic x10 probe will allow you to measure up to 600-1000 volts depending on your scope. you will need a special high voltage probe for anything higher than 1000 volts.
@Afrotechmods
The scope in this video is an Owon and I'm pretty happy with it! Other scopes are better, but this has great value for money
@kingthree33
WOW! So helpful! 5 Minutes ago I was clueless! Thank you!
@jcbarros71
You're right. When dealing with some power electronics, stray voltage or EMI can be a menace, so x1 (1MOhm), lower input impedance, should be preferred as long as the signal level to be observed on the oscilloscope, is not actually to high to fit on the screen. Congratulations for your work. ;)
@murrij
Great video. Been looking for a plain English explanation.
@uN1Qu3DZ
@drumstick9000 yes. they're called x100 probes. your average scope can measure 60-100 volts by itself, times 100 that's 6000 to 10000 volts with a x100 probe. btw, you know that pretty much every cheap multimeter can operate up to 1000 volts. the ADC in those actually has only a 2-volt range, and everything higher is divided down internally by precision resistors. it's the same principle in a scope, just that in a scope the division is done in the probe.
@ForViewingOnly
@Afrotechmods Hi, great video, just the right pace. What's your view on the Rigol DS1052E that everybody seems to be raving about? It does seem to be amazing value for money, and it falls within your max cost of $400.
@dgb5820
Absolutely a great introduction 👍
@StratOCE
Excellent tutorial, loved part 3 too. Oscilloscopes are really simple if you have a good teacher to explain them :D.
@whiskeyify
very nice scope I think I'll buy one, years ago I went crazy and got a Sencore. but I have to say it broke my heart when I got rid of it. Sencore is very expensive but it was easy to use. Just set it on auto and it does everything for you and it's built to last 100 years. But I can't afford one now so the one you have looks really nice.
@WhiteLionofHuman
You have a great presentation. Can you slow down when you speak. Aslo, Can you use Oscilloscope to troubleshot Pcboard in real life (how to find the fault) as you mention. Thank you for all your help. keep the good work.
@ungus
I love afrotechmods, have since around 2006, but MAN you'd think an EE pro would get rid of the high pitched noise on his audio.
@Alexanderpup98
Good basic demo!
@mkerna
The video suggests using the probe with the 1X setting, but you should actually use the probe in 10X most of the time, because it loads the test circuit less than the 1X setting.
@JCHaywire
Your description is extremely straightforward and understandable. You clearly have the ability to understand what it's like to need basic information that progresses from simple to complex. Very good job. Jonathan KC7FYS/7J1AWL
@Afrotechmods