[sdiy] A Frequency Standard for Poor People?

[Ken Stone]

>> A simple DMM is really an entry-level thing. You should have one. 
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>I seldom disagree with Magnus, but I do to a great extent here.

>You may be able to effect simple repairs with just a DMM, or possibly assemble
>simple AND well engineered kits with a DMM.
>
>Almost ANY other DIY work is going to require a scope. 

For what it's worth, I survived for many many years without a scope.
Certainly there are some circuits that simply must have a scope to design or
set up, a heck of a lot can be achieved using the combination of a DMM,
analog MM, a logic probe and common sense!

That said, a CRO makes life a LOT easier.

Ken 
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