PicoScope 2104 & 2105 PC Oscilloscope User's Guide
1 Introduction
1.1
Overview
The PicoScope 2104 and 2105 PC Oscilloscopes are low-cost handheld instruments that are fully USB 2.0-capable and backwards-compatible with USB 1.1. There is no need for an additional power supply, as power is taken from the USB port.
With the PicoScope software, you can use your instrument as a PC Oscilloscope and spectrum analyser; and with the PicoLog software, you can use it as a data logger.
Each product pack contains the following items:
PicoScope 2104 or 2105 PC Oscilloscope
Software CD
Accessories kit
Quick start guide
Please read the important information in this introductory section and then proceed to the
Installation instructions
.
For information on programming with the PicoScope 2000 Series API, see the
PicoScope 2000 Series Programmer's Guide , which can be downloaded from our website.
1.2
Safety symbols
Warning Triangle
This symbol indicates that a safety hazard exists on the indicated connections if correct precautions are not taken. Ensure that you read all safety documentation associated with the product before using it.
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Safety warning
We strongly recommend that you read the general safety information below before using your PicoScope PC Oscilloscope for the first time. Safety protection built in to the equipment may cease to function if the equipment is used incorrectly. This could cause damage to your computer, or lead to injury to yourself and others.
Maximum input range
The PicoScope 2104 and 2105 PC oscilloscopes are designed to measure voltages in the range -20 V to +20 V and are protected against continuous or transient overvoltages of up to ±50 V. Any voltages in excess of ±50 V may cause permanent damage to the oscilloscope or to your computer.
Measurement category
PicoScope 2000 Series PC Oscilloscopes are rated for use in measurement category I
(EN61010 CAT I), which covers measurements on circuits not connected to the mains. You must not use your PicoScope PC Oscilloscope to make measurements on any circuit directly connected to the mains, unless you use a purpose-built isolating probe rated for the appropriate voltage and measurement category.
Safety grounding
The PicoScope PC Oscilloscopes connect directly to the ground of a computer through the interconnecting cable provided.
As with most oscilloscopes, avoid connecting the ground input to any source other than ground. If in doubt, use a meter to check that there is no significant AC or DC voltage between the ground input of the oscilloscope and the point to which you intend to connect it. Failure to check may cause damage to your computer, or lead to injury to yourself and others.
You should assume that the product does not have a protective safety earth.
Repairs
PicoScope PC Oscilloscopes contain no user-serviceable parts. Repair or calibration of the unit requires specialised test equipment and must be performed only by Pico
Technology. Spare probe tips are available from Pico Technology and its authorised distributors.
1.4
FCC notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
For safety and maintenance information see the
safety warning .
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CE notice
The PicoScope 2104 and 2105 PC Oscilloscopes meet the intent of the EMC directive
89/336/EEC and have been designed to EN61326-1 (1997) Class A Emissions
and Immunity standard.
The devices also meet the intent of the Low Voltage Directive and have been designed to meet the BS EN 61010-1:2001 IEC 61010-1:2001 (safety requirements for electrical equipment, control, and laboratory use) standard.
1.6
Licence conditions
The material contained in this release is licensed, not sold. Pico Technology Limited grants a licence to the person who installs this software, subject to the conditions listed below.
Access
The licensee agrees to allow access to this software only to persons who have been informed of these conditions and agree to abide by them.
Usage
The software in this release is for use only with Pico products or with data collected using Pico products.
Copyright
Pico Technology Limited claims the copyright of, and retains the rights to, all material
(software, documents etc.) contained in this release. You may copy and distribute the entire release in its original state, but must not copy individual items within the release other than for backup purposes.
Liability
Pico Technology and its agents shall not be liable for any loss, damage or injury, howsoever caused, related to the use of Pico Technology equipment or software, unless excluded by statute.
Fitness for purpose
Because no two applications are the same, Pico Technology cannot guarantee that its equipment or software is suitable for a given application. It is your responsibility, therefore, to ensure that the product is suitable for your application.
Mission-critical applications
This software is intended for use on a computer that may be running other software products. For this reason, one of the conditions of the licence is that it excludes usage in mission-critical applications; for example, life-support systems.
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1.7
Trademarks
Delphi is a registered trademark of Borland Software Corporation.
LabView is a registered trademark of National Instruments Corporation.
Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Pico Technology Limited, PicoLog and PicoScope are internationally registered trademarks.
Windows, Excel and Visual Basic are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
1.8
Warranty
Pico Technology warrants upon delivery, and for a period of 24 months unless otherwise stated from the date of delivery, that the Goods will be free from defects in material and workmanship.
Pico Technology shall not be liable for a breach of the warranty if the defect has been caused by fair wear and tear, wilful damage, negligence, abnormal working conditions or failure to follow Pico Technology's spoken or written advice on the storage, installation, commissioning, use or maintenance of the Goods or (if no advice has been given) good trade practice; or if the Customer alters or repairs such Goods without the written consent of Pico Technology.
1.9
Company details
Address:
Pico Technology Ltd.
James House
Colmworth Business Park
St Neots
Cambridgeshire
PE19 8YP
United Kingdom
Phone:
Fax:
+44 (0) 1480 396 395
+44 (0) 1480 396 296
Email:
Technical Support: [email protected]
Sales: [email protected]
Web site:
www.picotech.com
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