Product information
2Product information
2.1Minimum system requirements
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For PicoScope 2000 series PC Oscilloscopes to operate, a computer with the minimum system requirements to run Windows or the following (whichever is the higher specification) is required:
Processor | Pentium class processor or equivalent minimum. |
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Memory | 32 MB minimum. |
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Disk space | 10 MB minimum. |
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Operating system | Microsoft Windows 98 SE, ME, Microsoft Windows 2000, XP or |
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Ports | USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port |
| recommended. Must be connected direct to the port or a powered |
| USB hub. Will not work on a passive hub. |
2.2Installation instructions
Important
Do not connect a PicoScope 2000 series PC Oscilloscope to the PC until you have
installed the software.
Install the software by following the steps in the installation guide supplied with your oscilloscope.
Connect your oscilloscope to the PC with the USB cable supplied.
There is no need for an additional power supply as power is drawn from the USB port.
Checking the installation
Once the software has been installed, ensure that the oscilloscope is connected to the PC and start the PicoScope or PicoLog software. The software should now display the voltage that you have connected. If you are using a scope probe and PicoScope, you should see a small 50 Hz or 60 Hz mains signal in the oscilloscope window when you touch the scope probe tip with your finger.
Standard oscilloscope connectors
PicoScope 2000 series PC Oscilloscopes have standard oscilloscope connectors. The
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