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Using PicoScope for the first time6

4 Using PicoScope for the first time

We have designed PicoScope to be as easy as possible to use, even for newcomers to

oscilloscopes. Once you have followed the introductory steps listed below, you will

soon be on your way to becoming a PicoScope expert.

Install the software. Load the CD-ROM that is included with your

scope device, then click the "Install Software" link and follow the

on-screen instructions.

Plug in your scope device. Windows will recognise it and prepare

your computer to work with it. Wait until Windows tells you that

the device is ready to use.

Click the new PicoScope icon on your Windows desktop.

PicoScope will detect your scope device and prepare to display a

waveform. The green Start button will be highlighted to show that

PicoScope is ready.

Connect a signal to one of the scope device's input channels and

see your first waveform! To learn more about using PicoScope,

please read the PicoScope Primer.

Problems?

Help is at hand! Our technical support staff are always ready to answer your telephone

call during office hours (see our Contact Details). At other times, you can leave a

message on our support forum or send us an email.