Calibration Traceability
October 23, 2017
Excerpt from the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board: http://anab.org/news/newsletter/winter-2014/nist-traceability-statements NIST Traceability Statements Many calibration customers request on their accredited calibration certificates a statement that the measurement is traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). They want assurance that the standards used for the calibration are ultimately traceable to the International System of Units … Continued
How do I perform a Self-Calibration with my SDS oscilloscope?
October 12, 2017
Self-Calibration with the SDS1000, 1000X, 2000, and 2000X Series Oscilloscopes Over time and temperature, the components in a test instrument can change and adversely alter the performance and measurement accuracy. Periodically running the self-calibration routine can help ensure top performance. You can run the self-calibration routine at any time, but it is recommended if the … Continued
What do I do if my oscilloscope is frozen or hanging?
October 2, 2017
In some extreme hardware errors, the oscilloscope may become unresponsive or “hang” during the boot sequence. Oscilloscope Hardware Reset If your oscilloscope is frozen, will not boot, or appears to be unresponsive, you can attempt a hardware reset by following these instructions: 1. Disconnect all USB, LAN, and input cables. Leave the power cord connected. … Continued