[sdiy] Oscilloscope

[Scott Bernardi]

A good source for scope probes is Circuit Specialists:
http://www.web-tronics.com/test-equipment-test-leads---cable-assemblies-switchable-scope-probe-sets.html

You'll want 10x probes, the frequency range depending on the range of
your scope.  If you're only going to do audio work, the 60 MHz probes
will be fine ($16.95).
You can also usually find probes on ebay.

Moho Disco wrote:

> Hi everyone,
>
> I just bought an oscilloscope on eBay.  The unit was sent
> uninsured, arrived in a dented box, and when I shook it the
> scope rattled around inside!!
>
> This is the first time I've ever used a scope.  It's a Techtronix
> 2215.  So I have a few questions:
>
> 1) How can I tell if this thing works without having test leads?
> 2) Where is a good place to buy test leads?
> 3) What kind of test leads should I buy?
>
> I turned it on, and a flat line appeared in the display.  I fooled
> with some knobs and switches and got a nice bright regular
> pulse to go across the screen continuously.  I'm hoping this
> is a good sign.
>
> And also if anybody has a manual they'd be willing to copy for
> me, that would be awesome!  I want to get right to work - I've
> got a Paia Fatman I've got to troubleshoot, and a guitar amp
> to fix!
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Lava

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