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    Tutorial on the basics of what an oscilloscope is, how it works and how to use it. The oscilloscope is an electronic "time machine"!
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    In this tutorial / lesson for beginners I cover the following topics on oscilloscopes:
    * What is an oscilloscope?
    * Oscilloscope basics
    * Oscilloscope tutorial
    * How does an oscilloscope work?
    * How to use an oscilloscope.
    * How to read a signal on an oscilloscope screen.
    * Time base / scale, seconds per division (s/div), signal scale in volts per division (v / div)
    * Horizontal position adjustment, vertical position adjustment, trigger point adjustment.
    * high frequency signals, low frequency signals, the period of a signal, square wave signals, pulse width modulated signals (PWM), sine wave signals (sinusoidal), measuring a signal.
    * Multimeter comparison to oscilloscope
    * Charging a capacitor over time
    * Reference / calibration signal
    * Oscilloscope probes

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  • @bradyjackson3809
    @bradyjackson3809 9 років тому +412

    Thank you for your tutorials! its very generous of people like you to volunteer their time and knowledge to help people become more educated. its free to educate yourself with the internet (well almost) but it takes someone putting it online for others!

    • @mjlorton
      @mjlorton  9 років тому +66

      Brady Jackson My pleasure Brady.

    • @Ziggy5003
      @Ziggy5003 8 років тому +4

      +Brady Jackson Indeed Sir very much appreciated

    • @garywarburton3180
      @garywarburton3180 3 роки тому +1

      Excellent.

    • @MrTenyearsafter07
      @MrTenyearsafter07 4 місяці тому

      I know the video's been around for a bit of time now, but still being so helpful; thank you

  • @saam6768
    @saam6768 5 років тому +5

    I'm at work without speakers/headphones and these close captions are hysterical.

  • @PowderMill
    @PowderMill 8 місяців тому +8

    👍🏻 Excellent presentation! Thank you.
    I recently had a CVA (stroke) and lost nearly all of my memory / memories.
    Hardest hit were tech matters, so I’m try to regain much of that which was lost.
    This was great and I’m about to head back to your channel to look for dB explanation and spectrum analyzer use.
    And.. hopefully duplexer and filter tuning with a spectrum analyzer with tracking generator.
    Thanks again.

  • @cuppen6940
    @cuppen6940 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much! This comment section is extremely respectful and beautiful. It's quite refreshing to see this in UA-cam! Your oscilloscope tutorial was the best, sir. Please keep making more of them.

  • @thedukeofmonkland6150
    @thedukeofmonkland6150 4 роки тому +2

    You turned something that looked so complicated into something useful and that makes perfect sense. The zoom analogy sinched it for me. Brilliant. Thank you so much. I’m buying one

  • @CurrexIsPro
    @CurrexIsPro 4 роки тому +13

    The first few minutes of this video is extremely valuable and insightful. I appreciate you putting the time together to make this... for people like me who have a hard time initially grasping concepts but after I learn them is much easier to apply them in practice

  • @celtichongy
    @celtichongy 11 років тому +6

    You are doing a tremendous job to share your knowledge for all of us hobbyists or industry engineers alike. Keep up the great work! .....many thanks.

  • @Jjacobs1986
    @Jjacobs1986 9 років тому +2

    You have a SOLID understanding of this stuff. I feel like I'm going to learn a truckload of info from this channel. Thanks a ton for such an amazing explanation!

  • @rayhenderson9661
    @rayhenderson9661 2 роки тому +4

    It's great when someone can show you how to do something without getting too technical and using words a lot would not understand, I've watched every second of your video and really enjoyed it. I have bought an oscilloscope very similar to yours (Hantek DS02D15) and thanks to you I now have a good idea how to use it. Keep up the good work and once again Thank You.

  • @JohnClulow
    @JohnClulow 7 років тому +9

    Thank you for this wonderful introductory tutorial; it is exactly what I needed. I look forward to viewing the more advanced one to which you alluded. What makes it especially nice is that the scope I bought appears to be virtually identical to the one you are using in the video. Your well thought out presentation made it effortless and enjoyable to follow and I'm now looking forward to the new vistas having a scope will enable me to explore in electronics. Thanks so much !

  • @monteefrazee2301
    @monteefrazee2301 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you Thank you for explaining so thoroughly an instrument I thought I would never understand. This video should be included with all beginner electronics class courses....By far the best trainer i have ever listened to.

  • @soundcog
    @soundcog 6 років тому +3

    The video is an excellent introduction to Oscilloscopes. Thank you for taking the time to enable those of us who are interested in electronics get a footing on why an oscilloscope is a necessary tool to have.

  • @jachrist
    @jachrist 9 років тому +40

    I was certain I wasn't going to understand much because it seemed so complicated. But Wow to my surprise every few mins watching I thought "Ok that made sense" "Yes i get what he means"...until finally omg I understood the entire video and comprehend the purpose and basic operation of this device 😆 So thank you for sharing☺

    • @utkf16
      @utkf16 3 роки тому +3

      Same here

  • @beathiswon
    @beathiswon 6 років тому +2

    Brilliant!! I'm taking an electronics class in school and this is so much more helpful and clear than my instructors. Learned more in 32 mins. than what has taken 6 hours of instruction and practice to learn there. Thank you.

  • @PCSolutions94
    @PCSolutions94 10 років тому +6

    Great tutorial! I've been watching your channel for some time now, and just got my first oscilloscope. Your knowledge of electronics has been invaluable. Thanks so much!

  • @allastairlee8797
    @allastairlee8797 3 роки тому +1

    This is an extremely dry topic that you've explained so simply that even I now understand it. Yours is the best oscilloscope explanation video on UA-cam. Thank you.

  • @davidcrawford6505
    @davidcrawford6505 7 років тому

    I had no idea what an oscilloscope was used for, now I do. Thank you for taking the time to create this video.

  • @glennyee5607
    @glennyee5607 5 років тому

    It's been decades since I've used an oscilloscope....when they were analog. What a great video for refresh and transition. Thank you so much!

  • @vaughnburrows
    @vaughnburrows 12 років тому

    The Best on UA-cam. Added to my favorites, liked, clicked on the ad and subscribed again.

  • @stewedapple
    @stewedapple 6 років тому +2

    I was shocked to see how many videos that you have uploaded, looks like hundreds or even thousands of hours of recording and editing!! Love your tutorials, extremely clear, very well explained and great camera usage!! Thank you!

  • @LittleBitOfEverything-LBOE
    @LittleBitOfEverything-LBOE 18 днів тому

    I'm learning electronics again after a 20 year break, it all looks alien. Thanks for sharing, I need the help.

  • @jeffcurrie4885
    @jeffcurrie4885 3 роки тому +1

    Im in auto diagnostics and this helps alot. The firing of plugs, injection of fuel, time between these two things alone is a major factor in finding a problem that normally would be very hard to detect. OBD diagnostics with fuel trims uses alot of these formulas. Fantastic. Thank you

  • @rfbase
    @rfbase 2 місяці тому

    You have a skill, that being how well you can explain something to novices. I've watched several "beginner" videos as I'm getting my first scope later today and this is the first one I watched where I actually was able to follow along very well. Thank you very much. I definitely subscribed and definitely hit the thumbs up.

  • @kbcbala
    @kbcbala 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the time to post this video. When Superb teachers like you exist, its easier for everyone to understand. You are so humble and you are a good teacher.

  • @haze42082
    @haze42082 9 років тому

    solid, detailed description, once again. I really appreciate you giving your hard earned knowledge out there for free. I've learned a lot from you, thank you.

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  11 років тому +1

    Thanks for the feedback. Glad to hear the video helped. Cheers, Martin.

  • @centaur1a
    @centaur1a 12 років тому

    I am glad that you have taken the time to show us (the beginners) how to use the oscilloscope. My father left me an very old one which uses vacuum tube and it is just gathering dust because I did not know how to use it. Thanks.

  • @DavidConnollyvolthaus
    @DavidConnollyvolthaus 9 років тому +1

    This video is my very first exposure to what an o-scope is and its capabilities. After watching your video I would have to say I now know what it is and what it does. And I'm happy to see the 2nd installment has been made and is ready for viewing. Thank you very much for taking the time to put these videos together. Great job sir. I've given it a thumbs up and also I have subscribed. Keep up the good work, please.

  • @maykelfarronay
    @maykelfarronay 9 років тому +3

    Thank you so much, I am a computer engineering student and taking Science of Electronics, where I am very lost, this definitely helped me understand it better, thank you, I am sure I will be watching more of your videos.

  • @ceilingwalker1
    @ceilingwalker1 8 років тому

    You are a very good teacher! Thank you for selflessly giving of your time.

  • @simeonmeshackimologie506
    @simeonmeshackimologie506 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this Tutorial! I love the way you slowly made your presentation such that anyone could understand you.

  • @elurommafred3945
    @elurommafred3945 9 років тому +2

    Thank you very much for refreshing my memory about the use of oscilloscope

  • @stevehappe8583
    @stevehappe8583 8 років тому +3

    This was extremely helpful. Thank you.

  • @grojasalf
    @grojasalf 10 років тому

    Martin, your teaching and dialogue converts electronics easy and lovely....thanks

  • @engenhologia
    @engenhologia 4 роки тому

    From one teacher to another, I can say you are a great one!

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  11 років тому +2

    My pleasure, thanks for the feedback. I have started looking at older analog scopes and I certainly want to own and play with one in the future. Cheers, Martin.

  • @hecz250
    @hecz250 7 років тому

    You're a godsend for your thoroughness. Thank you!

  • @lashaungreenlee5297
    @lashaungreenlee5297 10 років тому

    Needed this to get refreshed for an interview tomorrow, calibration technician. Thanks!

  • @run1492
    @run1492 Рік тому +1

    A really great basics tutorial; You explain things in a very clear way, thanks !

  • @pauludrea4082
    @pauludrea4082 Рік тому

    Thank you Martin, very clear explanation. Thank you for your efforts.

  • @mikejames8192
    @mikejames8192 2 роки тому

    Thank you Martin, found this very helpful clear and easy to follow
    Mike

  • @kellyward7090
    @kellyward7090 8 місяців тому

    Huge help 25yrs since I've had reason to use this equipment thank you

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  12 років тому +1

    Thanks for the feedback...hope to get part II together soon. Cheers,
    Martin.

  • @tonygardner9896
    @tonygardner9896 2 роки тому

    This video was nine years ago, but it still gave me a great insight into oscilloscope usage. Some of the subtitles were amusing as well. Looking forward to the next video.

  • @BOBANDERSON5150
    @BOBANDERSON5150 6 років тому

    Again, Thank you for sharing this tutorial. Learning something new every day from your channel.

  • @Sixstrings63
    @Sixstrings63 11 років тому

    Great Tutorial, Thanks. It's guys like you that demonstrate the true usefulness of things like UA-cam. Thanks for your hard work.

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  12 років тому

    Excellent, glad you (both!) enjoyed it and gained some value. Thanks very much for your support. Martin.

  • @MrDeola
    @MrDeola 11 років тому

    Wow! Just want I was looking for. How many thumbs up can I give? I really wanna give my entire fingers?..lolz. It was so educative, waiting for more. I really need to know how to use the oscilloscope to measure AC signal, as well as Frequency analysis.......Well Done! Well Done!! Well Done!!!.

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  11 років тому +1

    Thanks for the kind words and feedback..

  • @programmingelectronics
    @programmingelectronics 9 років тому

    Awesome Video! Thanks Martin - just at the pace I needed. Look forward to watching the rest of the playlist.

  • @sammirison7755
    @sammirison7755 2 роки тому

    excellent step by step presentation and illustration. Thank you Sir!

  • @Ronnie9710
    @Ronnie9710 10 років тому

    You are a awesome teacher.I learned more from yours then any I have watched.thumbs up!

  • @SP330Y
    @SP330Y 10 років тому

    What a great video, easy to understand and educational. You have refreshed my rusty old knowledge

  • @suicidalbanananana
    @suicidalbanananana 8 років тому

    Thank you for a great little lesson/howto, much appreciated, thumbs up and continuing to part 2

  • @traeht
    @traeht 6 років тому

    Great tutorial. I just bought my first oscilloscope, put it from the box on my table. Didn't have a clue how to use it. Watched this video, now I know how to present a signal on a screen in a meaningful form. Thank you.

  • @ShoaibAli-qi1bw
    @ShoaibAli-qi1bw 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for enhancing my knowledge

  • @gsansoucie
    @gsansoucie 11 років тому +1

    Very good job here. Well thought out, well presented, thank you for taking the time to put this together and share. Very helpful.

  • @FrankieKato149
    @FrankieKato149 9 років тому +1

    You are a excellent teacher keep up the great work I have learned so much from you can't wait to Finish my lab

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  11 років тому

    My pleasure, thanks for the feedback and support. Cheers, Marin.

  • @rbd104
    @rbd104 Рік тому

    Thank you for explaining. Great video, nice and simple to follow.

  • @AirandEnergy
    @AirandEnergy 11 років тому

    Outstanding lesson. I feel much more comfortable around this machine and now am comfortable using it. I also saved your store which has alot of good equipment. Thanks for the lesson

  • @geoffreyrawlings9736
    @geoffreyrawlings9736 5 років тому

    Excellent video I now can understand oscilloscope much better .Thanks for your time.

  • @OmarKhanMOK
    @OmarKhanMOK 5 років тому

    This is, in essence, a great video. Extremely helpful!

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  11 років тому +2

    My pleasure, thanks for the feedback.

  • @CsrxRacer
    @CsrxRacer 10 років тому

    I depend entirely on your videos for learning Electronics!
    Many thanks,

  • @arista007
    @arista007 8 років тому

    What a great intro as I am have just purchased my first scope. Excellent introduction. Thanks !!!

  • @e33ie1970
    @e33ie1970 9 років тому

    Thanks for the clear and informational Video. I am very appreciative of the work you're doing. I surely will continue watching the next videos. Cheers

  • @MrBogs88
    @MrBogs88 11 років тому

    Nothing to say but THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing your knowledge. Your one of a kind.

  • @amizan8653
    @amizan8653 3 роки тому

    This is a 10/10 guide. So glad I found this, and thank you for posting!

  • @themonohub5455
    @themonohub5455 8 років тому

    Thank you!!! I have an inherited analogue scope and have never been able to understand it, but I'm hoping your videos will help. You are a star for sharing this knowledge.

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  12 років тому

    Thanks very much for the great feedback, it it really appreciated. Lovely neck of the woods you live in...I worked in Dublin for about 6 months in 2000 and did pass through Cork as well...beautiful. Thanks, Martin.

  • @SteveH-TN
    @SteveH-TN Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing this video and your insights. Appreciate your help in understanding oscilloscope basics and perspectives.

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  11 років тому

    My pleasure, good to know the videos have been of value. Cheers, Martin.

  • @vipcat4e
    @vipcat4e 8 років тому

    going threw every one of these over and over. thank you for your attention to detail! :D

  • @TheMichaelclary
    @TheMichaelclary 10 років тому

    Excellent tutorial, thank you for dedicating your time to help out a fellow enthusiast!

  • @frankfromupstateny3796
    @frankfromupstateny3796 10 років тому

    very good speaker, with concise speaking skills and elaboration...thx.

  • @RalphdaCuban
    @RalphdaCuban 10 років тому

    Excellent video! Continue educating the world mate!

  • @DonalLeader
    @DonalLeader 12 років тому

    Excellent video. Best I've seen on oscilloscopes. Thanks for a great instruction resources. Donal, Middleton, County Cork, Ireland

  • @wilfredralphgomez8325
    @wilfredralphgomez8325 9 років тому

    Thank you sir. You help sharing wisdom to the younger generations.

  • @Aemannin
    @Aemannin 11 років тому

    Hi Martin, excellent lesson for a newbie like myself to using an oscilloscope. Very good explanation of the very basics. I have purchased a RIGOL DS1052E (Upgraded to 100MHz) to use with my introduction to electronics and think this tutorial is the the best I have come across. I have learnt more after watching this video than reading the user manual and a book on using oscilloscopes. I look forward to the next installment. Keep up the good work.
    Many thanks,
    Regards,
    Les.

  • @andreazecchi812
    @andreazecchi812 4 роки тому

    Fantastic explaination! Thanks so much!

  • @user-ph3ws7qj5t
    @user-ph3ws7qj5t 2 місяці тому

    SIR ,thank-you very much for your generous time and effort, i have gained a bit of understanding but will stay with it to increase my understanding .

  • @stevec1835
    @stevec1835 3 роки тому

    Very helpful. Thank you for your time and effort...

  • @leybraith3561
    @leybraith3561 Рік тому +5

    For those confused on how to display slow moving voltages such as charging capacitors as discussed here, I eventually discovered you need to switch the instrument to 'ROLL' mode or in the case of XYTRON oscilloscopes- "SCAN" mode.

  • @rasjua
    @rasjua 10 років тому

    great explanation!! it helped me a lot. we learn everyday because of people like you.

  • @andrewswilliam67
    @andrewswilliam67 10 років тому

    Excellent Tutorial.Keep doing the good work,Thank you very much for sharing.

  • @carlos.rberto
    @carlos.rberto 4 роки тому +1

    Very good explanation. I'm a beginner in electronics and I learned a lot with your video.
    Thanks!

  • @bambam144
    @bambam144 9 років тому

    great job martin!
    have learnt here in 30 min much more then at the university during the electronic practical training.
    big thumbs up!

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  11 років тому +1

    My pleasure, thanks for the feedback.
    You pose a very interesting question and challenge. I know there are some very fancy visualizations done on oscilloscopes but not sure about this one. I hope to learn more about such things once my new scope arrives. Cheers, Martin.

  • @monke12354
    @monke12354 2 роки тому

    Fantastic explanation. Never understood this in undergrad, but now I have to understand it in graduate school. Thanks a lot!

  • @mattd28
    @mattd28 10 років тому +1

    I really appreciate your video tutorials, very helpful and I've learnt so much from your channel thankyou :)

  • @emrearslan1797
    @emrearslan1797 6 років тому

    I don't know how to thank you sir. You are amazing ! so clean and quite informative I appreciate for this effort

  • @alieusecka4609
    @alieusecka4609 10 років тому

    learnt a lot from your easy to understand tutorials

  • @mahsam6878
    @mahsam6878 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much! you just made it so easy to understand!

  • @mohammadaminrami1226
    @mohammadaminrami1226 4 роки тому

    a neat and simple explanation. was great. thank you!

  • @divyanshbalodhi5642
    @divyanshbalodhi5642 Рік тому +1

    Respected sir🙏,i enjoyed your lecture a lot

  • @mjlorton
    @mjlorton  12 років тому

    Very valid and good feedback. Having a practical example will make it far more interesting so I will do my best to do that in the next video, Thanks for posting and watching. Cheers, Martin.

  • @MrJAG1156
    @MrJAG1156 10 років тому

    Very informative, thank you! Will tune in for the basics of how to connect it to different circuits for measurements.

  • @ferenctulics9688
    @ferenctulics9688 2 роки тому

    Great lesson, explained really well. Thank you!!

  • @basheerkhan6040
    @basheerkhan6040 7 років тому

    thanks i now have a much better understanding and with your simple explaination it could not be better thanks again keep it up.