How do you log data on an oscilloscope?

How do you log data on an oscilloscope?

Double-click the oscilloscope icon to load it into the software application. Then click the Datalog tab to access the measurement data logging interface (Figure 3). Click the Start icon (the green arrow in Figure 4) to start measurement data logging; it will finish automatically after 24 hours.

Can an oscilloscope record data?

Triggered and measurement data logging can be done with an oscilloscope, in conjunction with software that will save the data to a computer. Wavestar, the TekXL toolbar, and SignalExpress will do both types of logging, or you can write a program that will save data over time.

How do you save a waveform in Tektronix oscilloscope?

To save to a reference waveform, just highlight the reference destination and press Ok Save. To save to a file, select file as the destination, select the gating, and select file details.

What is a common application for data logging instruments?

Applications of data logging include: Unattended weather station recording (such as wind speed / direction, temperature, relative humidity, solar radiation). Unattended hydrographic recording (such as water level, water depth, water flow, water pH, water conductivity). Unattended soil moisture level recording.

What are the three primary oscilloscope controls?

The controls of a typical oscilloscope can be grouped into three major categories: vertical, horizontal, and trigger. These are the three main functions that are used to set up an oscilloscope.

How do I connect my Tektronix oscilloscope to my computer via USB?

Connect the A/host end of the USB cable to your computer and the B/device end to your scope. Go to the Search Criteria Menu in OpenChoice Instrument Manager. Select USB and make sure it is activated, click OK, and click Update on the main panel.

Can a oscilloscope do seamless data logging?

Most oscilloscopes cannot do seamless data logging because they are trigger-based instruments. The instruments that can do this usually do not have the fastest bandwidths or sample rates. Because most oscilloscopes are trigger based, seamless data logging is usually not possible.

How does an oscilloscope work to record data?

When the trigger occurs, the oscilloscope continues recording until all post-trigger memory is filled, then all the data in the record, meaning all pre- and post-trigger data, will be written to the screen. This has the net effect of making “snapshots” of your data, with the event of interest centered on the trigger point.

Which is an example of a continuous logging system?

Continuous logging can be used in situations when the measured signal has to be monitored continuously for an unlimited long time. Examples of such measurements are temperature logging, power logging, power line voltage monitoring and current logging. Any voltage or sensor output can be measured continuously and recorded to disk.

What are the different types of data logging?

The answer depends on the type of data logging you need. We will define three different types of data logging for the purposes of this FAQ: Seamless data logging, Triggered data logging, or Measurement data logging. Seamless data logging is the simplest to understand, and can be directly related back to paper tape data loggers.