What Happens to a CRO Screen When Switching Between AC, GND, and DC Modes?

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The discussion centers on the functionality of the AC-GND-DC switch on a CRO (cathode ray oscilloscope) and its effects when connected to a dry cell. When the switch is set to AC, the display will show the AC signal, while switching to GND will result in a straight line on the x-axis, indicating no signal. Users emphasize the importance of hands-on experimentation to understand oscilloscope operations effectively. There is a suggestion to post questions in the appropriate "homework help" section for better guidance. Overall, practical experience is deemed essential for mastering oscilloscope use.
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what is the use of AC-GND-DC switch??

wt will happen on the screen if a dry cell is connected to the CRO with AC-GND-DC button switched to AC?? then wt will happen if GND is on??
 
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adrienne said:
what is the use of AC-GND-DC switch??

wt will happen on the screen if a dry cell is connected to the CRO with AC-GND-DC button switched to AC?? then wt will happen if GND is on??

Are we being asked your assignment questions?

Here's the deal with an oscilloscope - you simple go to one and TRY IT! Learning how an oscilloscope work from a piece of paper is like learning how to ride a bicycle simply by reading an instruction manual. It can't be done.

Look at what you're being asked, and go try it for yourself on a scope.

Zz.
 
of course I've tried all the questions on the work sheet... but i missed this two! and now I'm at home and i simply can't sneak back to sch and steal the CRO and do the experiment again! >< i guess there'll be no change when AC is on and the trace'lll become a straight line lying on the x-axis when GND's on... hope that's right??
 
May I also suggest that you post this in the appropriate section of PF? We do have a "homework help" section, which this thing qualifies.

Zz.
 
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