pico Technology PicoScope 2000 Series User manual

PicoScope®2000 Series
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Contents
English 1
Introduction....................................................................................................................1
Step 1: Install the PicoScope software........................................................................1
Step 2: Safety and conformance information .............................................................2
Step 3: Connect your oscilloscope...............................................................................7
Digital inputs on MSO models......................................................................................8
Useful information.........................................................................................................8
Deutsch 10
Einführung....................................................................................................................10
Schritt 1: Die PicoScope-Software installieren..........................................................10
Schritt 2: Informationen zu Sicherheit und Konformität...........................................11
Schritt 3: Anschluss des Oszilloskops.......................................................................16
Digitale Eingänge an MSO-Modellen..........................................................................17
Praktische Hinweise....................................................................................................17
Español 19
Introducción.................................................................................................................19
Paso 1: Instalación del software PicoScope.............................................................19
Paso 2: Información de seguridad y conformidad....................................................20
Paso 3: Conectar el osciloscopio...............................................................................25
Entradas digitales de los modelos MSO....................................................................26
Información útil ...........................................................................................................26
Français 28
Introduction..................................................................................................................28
Étape 1: Installez le logiciel PicoScope.....................................................................28
Étape 2: Informations de sécurité et de conformité ................................................29
Étape 3: Connectez votre oscilloscope.....................................................................34
Entrées numériques sur les modèles MSO................................................................35
Informations utiles ......................................................................................................35
한국어 37
소개 ..............................................................................................................37
1단계:PicoScope소프트웨어 설치.......................................................................... 37
2단계:안전 및 규격 정보..........................................................................................38
3단계:오실로스코프 연결.........................................................................................43
MSO모델의 디지털 입력......................................................................................... 44
유용한 정보............................................................................................................. 44

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Italiano 46
Introduzione.................................................................................................................46
Passo 1: Installare il software PicoScope .................................................................46
Passo 2: Informazioni sulla sicurezza e sulla conformità........................................47
Passo 3: Collegare il proprio oscilloscopio ...............................................................52
Ingressi digitali sui modelli MSO................................................................................53
Informazioni utili..........................................................................................................53
日本語 55
はじめに 55
手順1：PicoScopeソフトウェアのインストール.........................................................55
手順2：安全および適合性に関する情報...................................................................56
手順3：オシロスコープの接続................................................................................. 61
MSOモデルのデジタル入力..................................................................................... 62
お役立ち情報.........................................................................................................62
简体中文 64
简介 ..............................................................................................................64
步骤1：安装PicoScope软件.................................................................................64
步骤2：安全和合规信息..........................................................................................65
步骤3：连接示波器.................................................................................................70
MSO型号上的数字输入.........................................................................................71
有用信息 ..............................................................................................................71

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English
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a PicoScope 2000 Series PC Oscilloscope. This oscilloscope is
intended for the measurement of electrical signals to the limits specied in this guide and in the
instrument’s Data Sheet. For safe limits of accessories, refer to the documentation supplied by the
manufacturer.
This guide explains how to install the PicoScope software and connect the oscilloscope to your
computer. It also contains important safety information and advice on accessing user manuals and
technical support. Please retain it for future reference.
For technical information relating to the oscilloscope, see the PicoScope 2000 Series Data Sheet,
available from picotech.com/library/documentation.
This guide covers the PicoScope 2204A, 2205A, 2205AMSO, 2206B, 2206BMSO, 2207B,
2207BMSO, 2208B, 2208BMSO, 2405A, 2406B, 2407B and 2408B. Documentation for other Pico
products is available from picotech.com/library/documentation.
We recommend that you use this document in the order it is presented:
Step 1 Install the PicoScope software
Step 2 Read the oscilloscope safety and conformance information
Step 3 Connect the oscilloscope
Step 1: Install the PicoScope software
1.1 System requirements
To ensure that PicoScope operates correctly, you must use a computer with the system
requirements shown in the table below. The performance of the oscilloscope will improve with a
more powerful PC, and will benet from a multi‑core processor.
Specications
Operating system
Microsoft Windows, 32‑bit and 64‑bit versions
Linux and macOS (beta software only), 64-bit versions
See picotech.com/downloads for details
Processor
As required by the operating systemMemory
Free disk space
Ports USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port(s)
1.2 Installing the software
1. Go to picotech.com/downloads, select PicoScope 2000 Series from the list on the left, then
select your model and the latest PicoScope software from the lists that appear. Download and
run the installer.
2. In the PicoScope installer, select the language you wish to use.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Do not connect the oscilloscope
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device until the installation is complete.
4. You can try out the software with a demo device now, by clicking the new PicoScope icon on
your desktop.
For more information on the software, refer to the A to Z of PC Oscilloscopes at
picotech.com/library/a-to-z or the software User’s Guide, which you can download from
picotech.com/library/documentation or access from the Help menu within the software.
Step 2: Safety and conformance information
To prevent possible electrical shock, re, personal injury, or damage to the product, carefully
read this safety information before attempting to install or use the product. In addition, follow all
generally accepted safety practices and procedures for working with and near electricity.
The product has been designed and tested in accordance with the harmonized standard
publication EN61010‑1:2010+A1:2019 (Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use), and EN 61010‑2‑030: 2010 (Requirements for Testing
and Measuring Circuits). The product left the factory in a safe condition.
The following safety descriptions are found throughout this guide:
A WARNING identies conditions or practices that could result in injury or death.
A CAUTION identies conditions or practices that could result in damage to the product or
equipment to which it is connected.
2.1 Symbols
These symbols may appear on the product or in this guide.
Symbols Description
Chassis terminal
Possibility of electric shock
Caution[1]
Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste
[1] Appearance on the product indicates a need to read the supplied safety and operating instructions.
This oscilloscope is intended for the measurement of electrical signals up to the limits specied in
this guide and in the PicoScope 2000 Series Data Sheet. For safe limits of accessories, please refer
to the documentation supplied by the manufacturer.
WARNING
To prevent injury or death use the product only as instructed. Protection provided by the product
may be impaired if used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer.

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2.2 Maximum input and output ratings
Observe all terminal ratings and warnings marked on the product. The marked voltage is the
maximum that may be applied across that terminal without risk of personal injury or damage to the
instrument.
The table below and markings on the instrument indicate the full-scale measurement range
and overvoltage protection range for the PicoScope 2000 Series oscilloscopes. The full-scale
measurement range is the maximum voltage that can be accurately measured by the instrument.
The overvoltage protection range is the maximum voltage that will not damage the instrument.
WARNING
To prevent electric shock, do not attempt to connect to or measure voltages outside of the
specied full‑scale measurement range.
Full scale
measurement range
Overvoltage protection (DC + AC peak)
Input channels Digital input channels
(MSO)
Signal generator
output
±20 V ±100 V ±50 V ±20 V
WARNING
Signals exceeding the voltage limits in the table below are dened as “hazardous live” by
EN61010.
Signal voltage limits of EN 61010-1:2010+A1:2019
±60 V DC 30 V AC RMS ±42.4 V pk max.
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not directly connect the oscilloscope to hazardous live voltages.
To prevent electric shock, take all necessary safety precautions when working on equipment
where hazardous live voltages may be present.
The following accessories can safely connect to and allow measurement of hazardous live
voltages, up to either the instrument’s full-scale measurement voltage multiplied by the applicable
attenuation ratio or the accessory’s marked maximum operating voltage, whichever is the lower:
• P2036 and P2056 10:1 passive high-impedance oscilloscope probes
• All Pico Technology-supplied high-voltage active probes
Accessories suited for connection to hazardous live voltages are clearly marked with their
maximum allowable voltage and, where applicable, their CAT rating.

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WARNING
To prevent electric shock, do not exceed the voltage rating marked on any accessory. If an
accessory is not marked with a voltage rating on either the connector, cable or body, or if a
protective nger guard is removed, then do not exceed the EN61010 “hazardous live” limits
above. When connecting one or multiple accessories and an instrument channel together, the
lowest voltage rating in the chain applies to that channel.
To prevent injury or death, do not directly connect the oscilloscope to the mains (line power). To
measure mains voltages, use only a differential isolating probe that is specically CAT rated for
mains or high-energy use, such as the TA041 listed on the Pico website. Such measurements
must only be made by competent persons and appropriate safety training may be required.
If PicoScope detects a signal voltage exceeding the selected full
scale measurement range, it is indicated on the measurement
display. A red warning icon will appear in the upper left corner and
next to the relevant channel’s vertical axis.
In these conditions, displayed waveforms and measurements may be
incorrect and the condition may be hazardous. Select a larger voltage
range to achieve a within-range measurement and if the condition
persists, to prevent injury or death, disable or otherwise safely
disconnect from the source of overvoltage.
CAUTION
To avoid causing permanent damage to the oscilloscope and other connected equipment, do not
exceed the voltage rating of any cable, connector or accessory.
2.3 Grounding
WARNING
The oscilloscope’s ground connection through the USB cable is for measurement purposes only.
The oscilloscope does not have a protective safety ground. Never connect the ground input
(chassis) to any electrical power source. To prevent personal injury or death, use a voltmeter to
check that there is no signicant AC or DC voltage between the oscilloscope ground and the point
to which you intend to connect it.
CAUTION
To avoid causing permanent damage to the oscilloscope, the attached computer and other
equipment, never apply a voltage to the ground input. To prevent measurement errors caused by
poor grounding, always use the high‑quality USB cable supplied with the oscilloscope.
2.4 External connections
Note: the oscilloscope is powered through the USB connector. No additional power supply unit is
required.

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CAUTION
Take care to avoid mechanical stress or tight bend radii for all connected leads. Mishandling will
cause deformation and will degrade performance and measurement accuracy.
2.5 Environment
This product is suitable for indoor or outdoor use, in dry locations only.
Please contact Pico technical support if you would like any advice on integrating a PicoScope into
your own product or application.
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not use in wet or damp conditions, or near explosive gas or vapor.
CAUTION
To prevent damage, always use and store your oscilloscope in appropriate environments.
Storage Operating Quoted accuracy
Temperature –20 °C to +60 °C 0 °C to 50 °C 15 °C to 30 °C
Humidity
(non-condensing)
5 to 95 %RH
(non-condensing) 5 to 80 %RH (non-condensing)
Altitude 2000 m (maximum)
Pollution degree 2 (maximum)
EMC EN61326-1 basic immunity. The radiated and conducted RF signals prescribed by this standard may cause interference of up to 4 vertical
divisions peak to peak.
2.6 Care of the product
The product contains no user‑serviceable parts. Repair, servicing, and adjustment require
specialized test equipment and must only be performed by Pico Technology or an approved service
provider. There may be a charge for these services unless covered by the Pico ve‑year warranty.
Inspect the instrument and all probes, connectors, cables and accessories before use for signs of
damage.
To prevent injury or death, do not use the product or an accessory if it appears to be damaged in
any way, and stop use immediately if you are concerned by any abnormal operations.
WARNING
To prevent electric shock do not tamper with or disassemble the oscilloscope, case parts,
connectors or accessories.
When cleaning the oscilloscope, use a soft cloth and a solution of mild soap or detergent in
water. To prevent electric shock, do not allow liquids to enter the oscilloscope casing, as this will
compromise the electronics or insulation inside.

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2.7 Conformance
General statement of conformity
The enclosed instrument has been calibrated in accordance with the manufacturer’s
verication procedure using standards that are traceable to UK national standards. The test
location’s quality management system complies with, and its calibration process is controlled
under, ISO 9001:2015. The calibration processes are designed to certify that the instrument
was within its published specication at the time of calibration. The measurements were
made in a monitored environment.
A full calibration certicate including test data and traceable to national standards is available
on request. Please refer to picotech.com/products for pricing.
FCC notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference which the
user will be required to correct at their own expense.
CE and UKCA notices
The PicoScope2000 Series oscilloscopes meet the intent of the CE EMC directive 2014/30/
EU and UKCA SI2016/1091 EMC Regulations. This oscilloscope also meets the intent of the
CE Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU and UKCA SI 2016/1101 Electrical Equipment (Safety)
Regulations. For more information, please refer to your product’s UKCA Declaration of Conformity
or EUDeclaration of Conformity, available for download from www.picotech.com/downloads.