For low frequency signals, these single and dual channel units provide all the functionality of traditional digital oscilloscopes, and many new features at a fraction of the price of benchtop instruments.
Low cost single channel
No power supply required
Compact design
Oscilloscope and data logging software included
Software Drivers & examples included
Pico Low Cost PC Based Oscilloscopes
Pico low cost oscilloscope units require no external power supplies making them ideal for portability when using a laptop computer.
PicoScope oscilloscopes are supplied with PicoScope software that provides oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer and multimeter functions. PicoScope software makes full use of your PC's processing capabilities allowing you to view real-time signals, zoom in on your signal, and save and print captured waveforms. Also supplied is PicoLog data acquisition software that transforms your PC into a high-speed data logger.
The PS 2104 and PS 2105 are single channel hand held PC based oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and multimeter. Utilizing fast 480 Mb/s transfer rate of USB 2.0 these units are supplied with power from your computer.
These units provide all the functionality of conventional scopes at a fraction of the price. The small size of PicoScope handheld oscilloscopes makes them ideal for portable use, while still including the powerful features normally found in larger oscilloscopes. The PicoScope 2105 has a 100 megasample per second real-time sampling rate. For repetitive signals the sampling rate can be increased to 2 gigasamples per second using digital equivalent-time sampling. These high sampling rates combined with a 24,000 sample buffer memory and 25 MHz analogue bandwidth make the PicoScope 2105 suitable for a wide range of trouble-shooting tasks on both analogue and digital circuits. The entry-level PicoScope 2104 is also available for use in less demanding applications.
1 Channel
100 MS/s sampling rate
2 GS/s repetitive signals
25 MHz bandwidth
24,000 sample buffer memory
No power supply required
USB 2.0 connection for fast screen updates
Using your PicoScope handheld oscilloscope could not be easier: plug-and-play technology allows you to simply plug the oscilloscope into a USB port and start using it straight away. No need for power supplies, additional oscilloscope probes or complex installation procedures.
Designed for single-handed operation, the oscilloscope can be controlled using a button located on the top of the scope. Press the button to start the oscilloscope; the button will flash green to indicate the scope is running. A beam of light will illuminate the tip of the scope so you can clearly see the area being probed. Once you’ve captured your signal, press the button again. The button will glow red to indicate the scope has stopped.
To make your oscilloscope even easier to use you can activate PicoScope’s powerful autosetup function by simply holding down the button. The autosetup function will automatically set up the timebase and trigger configuration to display the signal that PicoScope finds on the scope’s input.
Technical specifications are listed at the bottom of this page.
Built–in
function
generator and
arbitrary
waveform
generator
USB–powered
With the PicoScope 2205
Mixed–Signal
Oscilloscope (MSO) it is
possible for you to
measure both analogue
and digital signals at
the same time, using one
device, and view the
analogue waveforms and
digital data on the same
screen.
Your PicoScope 2205 MSO
is more than a just
another instrument —
it’s the ultimate test
and measurement
laboratory. You can use
your PicoScope 2205 MSO
as a dual–channel
oscilloscope, a logic
analyzer, a spectrum
analyzer, a function
generator and an
arbitrary waveform
generator. Five
professional–quality
instruments in one
compact, low–cost,
USB–powered unit.
With 25 MHz analogue
bandwidth, 200 MS/s
real–time sampling and a
48 kilosample buffer
your PicoScope 2205 MSO
is a powerful 8–bit,
two–channel USB
oscilloscope that is
suitable for circuit
design, testing and
troubleshooting.
This full–featured
oscilloscope offers mask
limit testing, maths and
reference channels,
advanced digital
triggering, serial
decoding, automatic
measurements and color
persistence display.
The 16 digital inputs of
your PicoScope 2205 MSO
can be displayed
individually or in
arbitrary groups labeled
with binary, decimal or
hexadecimal values. A
separate logic threshold
from -5 V to +5 V can be
defined for each 8–bit
input port. The digital
trigger can be activated
by any bit pattern
combined with an
optional transition on
any input. Advanced
logic triggers can be
set on either the
analogue or digital
input channels, or both
to enable complex
mixed–signal triggering.
PicoScope Oscilloscope and Data Acquisition Software
PicoScope software is supplied free with all Pico oscilloscopes. PicoScope software allows you to view real-time signals, zoom in on your signal, and save and print captured waveforms. The user-friendly controls and familiar Windows graphical interface ensures that using PicoScope is both fast and easy.
PicoScope includes various features designed to reduce the time you need to set up and use your oscilloscope: along with over 30 automated measurements PicoScope also features an auto setup function. The auto setup function can be used to automatically set up the timebase, channels and trigger configuration to display any signals that PicoScope finds on the oscilloscope's inputs. You can also customize PicoScope by adding your own ‘test menus’. These menus can load reference waveforms or instrument settings, and they can display documents that give an explanation of the waveform, or details on how to perform the required tests.
The PicoScope software is regularly updated and all updates can be downloaded for free. For update notifications sign up for the monthly newsletter which also includes new product announcements and PicoScope user tips.
Also supplied is PicoLog data acquisition software that transforms your PC scope into a high-speed data logger.
Processor: Pentium
II class processor or equivalent. Memory: 64 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP
SP2 or later. Ports: USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port recommended. PC oscilloscope must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub.
Free Run, Auto, Repeat, Single and Save To Disk On Trigger
Pre/Post Trigger
-100% to +100%
Buffer Size
24k
Resolution
8 bit
Accuracy
±3%
Ranges
±100 mV to ±20 V
Input
Oscilloscope probe
1 MΩ impedance
AC/DC coupling
Overload Protection
±50 V (input to ground)
Power Supply
From USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 compatible)
Dimensions
Probe: 220 mm (8.6 in) long
Probe and cable: 3 m (9.8 ft) long
Diameter: 32 mm (1.2 in)
Supplied Software
PicoScope (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, meter) PicoLog (data logger) Drivers and examples (C, Delphi and Visual Basic, Labview, Agilent VEE6.1 and Excel.)
PC Requirements
Processor: Pentium class processor or equivalent. Memory: 32 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows 98 SE, ME, 2000, XP or later.
Free Run, Auto, Repeat, Single and Save To Disk On Trigger
Pre/Post Trigger
-100% to +100%
Buffer Size
8k
Resolution
8 bit
Accuracy
±3%
Ranges
±100 mV to ±20 V
Input
Oscilloscope probe
1 MΩ impedance
AC/DC coupling
Overload Protection
±50 V (input to ground)
Power Supply
From USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 compatible)
Dimensions
Probe: 220 mm (8.6 in) long
Probe and cable: 3 m (9.8 ft) long
Diameter: 32 mm (1.2 in)
Supplied Software
PicoScope (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, meter) PicoLog (data logger) Drivers and examples (C, Delphi and Visual Basic, Labview, Agilent VEE6.1 and Excel.)
PC Requirements
Processor: Pentium class processor or equivalent. Memory: 32 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows 98 SE, ME, 2000, XP or later.
Processor: Pentium
II class processor or equivalent. Memory: 64 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP
SP2 or later. Ports: USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port recommended. PC oscilloscope must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub.
Processor: Pentium
II class processor or equivalent. Memory: 64 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP
SP2 or later. Ports: USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port recommended. PC oscilloscope must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub.
Processor: Pentium
II class processor or equivalent. Memory: 64 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP
SP2 or later. Ports: USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port recommended. PC oscilloscope must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub.
Processor: Pentium
II class processor or equivalent. Memory: 64 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP
SP2 or later. Ports: USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port recommended. PC oscilloscope must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub.
Processor: Pentium
II class processor or equivalent. Memory: 64 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP
SP2 or later. Ports: USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port recommended. PC oscilloscope must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub.
Processor: Pentium
II class processor or equivalent. Memory: 64 MB minimum Disk space: 10 MB minimum Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP
SP2 or later. Ports: USB 1.1 compliant port minimum. USB 2.0 compliant port recommended. PC oscilloscope must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub.
