Oscilloscope Flashcards
1
Q
Oscilloscope
Purpose
A
To measure and analyse electrical signals in a circuit
2
Q
Oscilloscope
AC to DC conversion
A
AC Wave: Starts as a wavy line
Rectification: Changes to bumpy pulses.
Filtering: Smooths the bumps.
Regulation: Turns it into a flat line (steady DC).
3
Q
potential issues in the AC to DC conversion circuit
A
Ripple
Heat
Noise
Voltage drops