Entertaining review of digital storage oscilloscope

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The discussion centers on the Rigol DS2000 series digital storage oscilloscope (DSO), specifically the 70 MHz model priced under $1,000. Users recommend watching video reviews that provide insights into the oscilloscope's performance and construction, with highlights including a detailed teardown and analysis of the noise floor. The videos, while lengthy, are deemed entertaining and informative for those familiar with oscilloscopes. However, users caution that the 70 MHz bandwidth may not adequately display higher frequency signals, suggesting consideration of a more advanced model for serious applications.

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  • Basic understanding of oscilloscopes and their applications
  • Familiarity with bandwidth specifications and signal analysis
  • Knowledge of electronic design principles
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Electronics enthusiasts, hobbyists, and professionals considering the purchase of a digital storage oscilloscope, as well as those interested in understanding oscilloscope performance and design through video reviews.

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I'm thinking of buying this nice DSO for under 1k $US for home use. It's the 70 MHz model in the Rigol DS2000 series.

But that's not why I'm posting. I wanted to share these video reviews of the scope which are a real hoot -- provided you have spent a lot of your time using oscilloscopes yourself.

The videos are 30-40 minutes each, but even watching for a few minutes is worthwhile.

Here the good stuff starts at about 9:30, where there is a good discussion of the noise floor:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRy755StMak​

Here he takes the scope apart and reviews the construction and design. I didn't understand half of it, but my background isn't in EE design:
http://www.eevblog.com/2012/09/26/eevblog-360-rigol-ds2000-oscilloscope-teardown/
 
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That guy sure has some enthusiasm. I like how he gets especially excited when he sees heat-shrink tubing :approve:
 
70 MHz would barely let you view a 10 MHz square wave. Consider getting a better one if you can.

That guy's voice gets higher in pitch as he gets more excited. I wish he would become familiar with the equipment before he demonstrates it.

I saw him pull a photocopier apart. Everything was "amazing" but he had no idea what it all did.
 

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