Datasheet

PicoScope 3000 Series
Function generator
PicoScope 3000 Series oscilloscopes all
include both a built-in function generator
and an arbitrary waveform generator
(AWG), allowing you to create standard
and custom-defined waveform outputs.
The function generator includes sine,
square, triangle, DC voltage, and a
number of other common modes as
standard. The capability to generate
white noise and pseudo-random binary
sequence (PRBS) outputs is also included.
In addition to basic controls to set level,
offset and frequency, more advanced
controls allow you to sweep over a range
of frequencies and trigger the generator
from a specified event. Combined with the
spectrum peak hold option, this becomes
a powerful tool for testing amplifier and
filter responses.
Arbitrary waveform generator
All PicoScope 3000 Series oscilloscopes also include a built-in arbitrary waveform generator (AWG). With most competing oscilloscopes,
you would need to purchase separate hardware to gain this functionality, taking up extra space on your workbench.
The AWG can be used to emulate missing sensor signals during product development, or to stress test a design over the full intended
operating range.
Waveforms can be created or modified using the AWG editor, imported from oscilloscope traces, or loaded from a spreadsheet; with the
PicoScope’s integrated hardware, these tasks can be performed instantly and easily.