UnderstandingOscilloscope Functions
12 TDS1000/2000-Series Digital Oscilloscope User Manual
Setting Up the Oscilloscope
You should become familiar with three functionsthat you may use
often when operating your oscilloscope: Autoset, savinga setup, and
recalling a setup.
Using Autoset
The Autoset function obtains a stable waveform display for you. It
automatically adjusts the vertical scale,horizontal scale and trigger
settings. Autoset also displays several automatic me asurements in the
graticule area, dependi ng on the signal type.
Saving a Setup
The oscilloscope savesthe current setup if you wait fiveseconds
after the last change beforeyou power off the oscilloscope.The
oscilloscope recallsthis setup the next time you apply power.
You can use the SAVE/RECALL Menu to permanently save up to ten
different setups.
Recalling a Setup
The oscilloscope canrecall the last setup before power off,any of
your saved setups or the default setup. See page 175.