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Quick Start Guide
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Installing the PicoScope software

Do not connect the oscilloscope until the software has been successfully installed.
1. Insert the Pico software disc into your CD drive. It should start
automatically, but if it does not simply go to My Computer and
select the Pico CD.
2. Select the appropriate language.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the PicoScope software. Do not
connect the oscilloscope until the installation is complete.
4. If your oscilloscope is mains powered, connect the mains lead (line cord) to
the mains adaptor, and plug it into a mains power socket. Then connect the
DC power lead to the back of the oscilloscope, and switch on the mains power.
5. Connect the oscilloscope to your PC using the USB cable supplied. See the
connection diagram below for more information.
6. Follow the instructions in the Windows New Hardware Found wizard, which
will run automatically. If the wizard asks to connect to Windows Update,
select No.
7. The New Hardware Found wizard may run twice. If this happens, repeat
the previous step.
8. Select PicoScope 6 from the Windows Start menu.
should show a small 50 Hz or 60 Hz signal in the oscilloscope window.
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Stop!
1. PicoScope PC
Oscilloscope
2. Oscilloscope
USB port
3. Pico Technology
USB cable
4. PC
5. PC USB port
6. DC power lead
(if supplied)
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Free newsletter

Pico Technology sends out a free monthly newsletter by email. This gives news of
product launches, software upgrades and application notes, as well as hints and
any third parties. To subscribe visit:
www.picotech.com/newsletter/
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Software updates and replacement

The latest versions of all Pico software and manuals can be downloaded free of
charge at:
www.picotech.com
If you require a new software disc, please contact Pico Technology or your
distributor. There may be a small charge for this service.
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Writing your own software

The software disc contains all the manuals and drivers you will need to develop
your own custom programs easily. Follow section 1.5 to install.
1.9

Input connections

The product manual installed with the software contains complete descriptions of
input connections. Follow section 1.5 to install the software and the manual.
1.10

Specifications

The User's Guide and Data Sheet
PicoScope PC Oscilloscope. We recommend that you print a copy of the
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Technical support

Technology technical support website and users' forum here:
www.picotech.com/support/
PicoScope USB Oscilloscope
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