Automotive Oscilloscope Starter Kit | PicoScope 2204A

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We're often asked "What oscilloscope should I get for automotive diagnostics for beginners?" and "What oscilloscope accessories do I need?" This video will give you an overview of the equipment we recommend to get started with scope diagnostics, and the Pico 2204A. We will also that the 2204A for a test drive showing you some of the tests you can do with the Hantek automotive oscilloscope accessories.
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@TheMusicalicious Год назад

Happy I found your channel. Thx for your content.

@richardmcwhirter9396 Год назад

Great advice to get started without breaking the bank 👍👍

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Does the job! 👍

@BeingInTheMessiah Год назад

Thank you, I've been wanting to get into waveform automotive testing but was held back not knowing where to start. You have helped tremendously

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Great to hear!

@ELEISONCARABALLO Год назад

Awesome video Darren. Thank you

@bernardaflores1720 Год назад

Nice content going to buy the basic scope just to play and become familiar w/ its capabilities.

@danigwd956 Год назад

Great information shared in the video. Thanks so much

@kitcht Год назад

Just doing your free taster training before pulling the trigger and enrolling. So far they are excellent. I’m an ex tech, so don’t get to practice professionally any more (still in technical automotive though!) These videos are invaluable for me. Thanks

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Great to hear! What’s keeping you busy now? Any questions let me know 👍 Cheers!

@1chrisandrew1 2 месяца назад

Thank you - this has been a great help

@aranhaydar9195 Год назад

Nice video, I'd add a pressure transducer to that kit, I've bought one from amphenol ssi, it has a very wide measurement range, 500psi to about 30inches of vacuum. I've Made the power supply and introduced the pressure vs voltage values myself, all together it cost me less than 100$ and the waveforms are very nice and clear. I'm using a 2205a but still it gives a beautiful pattern.

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Awesome! Yes great piece of equipment. I’ll have to look in to making one too 👍 cheers

@UtahDarkHorse Год назад

Thanks for another great video. I have the 2205a and am able to do some of the automotive stuff with it that I wished for, mainly due to your super helpful videos. Thanks again for sharing 🙂

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Great to hear Mark, awesome little tool that is! Thanks

@davidmcdowall1276 Год назад

Great video and good information...

@chubbychequer1512 Год назад

Thanks I need to get going again my 2204a is stuck in my toolbox. Having said that I need to do a compression check so might treat my self to a amp clamp

@tombeam Год назад

Late comment this time. The Hantek 1008 is a decent scope for automotive work. If you can stand it's windows features. Crank signals tend to have sloped sides rather than nice square sides. If you're using Hscope for better functionality...you won't be able to do cam crank comparisons, there just isn't enough resolution at 2KSa/s(hscopes limit on the 1008). Hantek 6022 or 6074 scopes you won't have any issues using the windows software or Hscope. It's still not the same clarity as the mp408 or the pico units. But it is perfectly functional. The pico 2 channel scopes are....limiting on what tests you can do when you start advancing more. And the price tag...yup. Hantek CC65 - $89.99 Hantek CC650 - $119.99 Another great video. Thanks man.

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Thanks for sharing 👍

@prospexican 6 месяцев назад

i use those 3 meter probes, they work great

@faroukkhan6777 7 месяцев назад

Nice one Darren thanks

@bluegizmo1983 Год назад

I have the 2204A as well and love it. Especially once I got it working with the Automotive version of the software.

@nicholasmurray9725 Год назад

I'd sure like to know how you managed to get that done

@bluegizmo1983 Год назад

@@nicholasmurray9725 by modifying the Picoscope Automotive exe file and dll file that checks if you using an "approved" Picoscope model for the automotive software. I was able to make it think your always using an approved model no matter what actual Picoscope model is connected.

@nicholasmurray9725 Год назад

@@bluegizmo1983 That's above my pay grade lol

@inmyexpression19 11 месяцев назад

Is it a complicated thing to do or do I need to be advanced in computers?

@joshbrooks6041 9 месяцев назад

It was simple bypass, last I used mine it had been patched though

@garaza24 Год назад

Thank you! I quite often forget to turn off Hante clamps and battery is drained...😀

@MechanicMindset Год назад

It’s a part of life, we just have to accept 😆

@Adityapratapsinghmotovlogger 3 месяца назад

Awesome bro 😊 thank you

@KingLoopie1 Год назад

Pico makes great stuff! Some is a bit pricey, but you can count on it to work when you need it... 👍

@MechanicMindset Год назад

For sure! What are you using?

@KingLoopie1 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset Just the 2205a, and probe set with back probes and an amp clamp, paddle and some other stuff from micsig... I'm in the process of making some pulse probes and pressure probes too.

@luismelero6198 Год назад

@@KingLoopie1 Hi! I am thinking about buying one, 2204 vs 2205 Which one do you recomend ? Thanks.

@KingLoopie1 Год назад

@@luismelero6198 The 2205a is more expensive, but is a 25 MHz scope. Otherwise, they are the same. I originally went with the 2205a because of 25 MHz for HF amateur radio and electronic hobby stuff in addition to automotive. For automotive, either scope will do for most things. I did end up upgrading to the micsig ato1104 for autos because of the extra 2 channels. But there's a 4-5x increase in price for that one. $1k+... I still like and use the 2205a often though cause of the ease of use on picoscope software.

@luismelero6198 Год назад

@@KingLoopie1 Ok. Thank you.

@stephanevaucelles6378 Год назад

Hello, thank you very much for this excellent

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Thanks Stephane, I hope you are well 👍

@stuh4645 Год назад

Such a great channel!

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Thanks! Which videos are your favourite?

@stuh4645 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset the practical testing stuff, injector, compression etc. Also the equipment review and how to use. I’m planning to go through your website methodically once I finish up the HPA wiring course I’m doing.

@MechanicMindset Год назад

@@stuh4645 Awesome! Cheers. More to come soon 👍

@stuh4645 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset just to add the occasional dip into the classic car systems would also be of interest. How to trouble shoot with Modern tooling.

@victorgonza4528 Год назад

Thank you

@jorgeautomotrizfcsa.6436 Год назад

Thank you 🤘

@huweliswilliams1031 Год назад

Brilliant video! Have you got a video of you showing the signal generator on 2204a yet? I’ve yet to test if i can use it to use the signal as a speed sensor for abs fault

@MechanicMindset Год назад

I haven’t played with it much but I think that might be the most you can use it for. I don’t have a car with the AC type sensor else I’d try it

@arctican7483 Год назад

Great!

@haitamgtr5473 Год назад

amazing......👍👍👍

@stevemcguffey148 8 месяцев назад

Do you have a link to the coil on plug adapter? I like the examples on how to use all the adapters.

@jamespace6639 8 месяцев назад

I’d love to see a review on the N2 Neuron 2-Channel wireless

@yassin9749 Год назад

Best notification to get on phone

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Hope you enjoyed the video Yassin!

@craigdanielski Год назад

Great content! You’ve done a wonderful job demonstrating how to use this scope in spite of its 8-bit limitations, but as I’m considering 2204A as my first scope, I’m wondering if being limited to 2 channels versus 4 channels or even 8 channels precludes being able to perform certain diags? If so, which ones?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

4 channels is ideal, cam/crank with inlet & exhaust is just one example. But if you just want to give it a go, 2204a is great. You’ll be spending at least 4 times that price to get a decent 4 channel scope

@tim1749 Год назад

I'm not sure if you have it listed with all these or not. A pressure sensor for testing coolant systems for a blow head gasket.

@80SWoods 3 месяца назад

Hi! I realize this video is about a year old, but I watched a ton of your videos and ended up buying a Pico 2204A based on your recommendation along with many different Pico, Rotkee and other accessories. Thank you for all you do! I was wondering if you would ever make a video discussing the settings in Pico 7 needed to use a Pico 2204A for automotive use like capture rate, etc. If you already have, I apologize, but I would love to see it.

@MechanicMindset 3 месяца назад

We have various video access the channel covering this. We also have LOTS in our online training platform and mobile app mechanicmindset.com

@OilBaron100 2 месяца назад

Any idea where I can get a waveform example of the crankshaft and camshaft waveform signals for a BMW M62 engine? I would like to buy one of these 2204A scopes to diagnose an engine-camshaft timing issue but I need a sample of a good waveform.

@WarthogARJ 11 месяцев назад

Excellent video. And I've started watching your other ones. And I think it's really worth emphasising that buying a low-end Handheld Hanatek (or worse) is basically throwing good money after bad. If you really need a scope, they will let you down. You're better off getting good kit like Pico Tech stuff. And then building on it. That way you're not being limited by the processing capacity of a cheap unit. Nor by the screen size. Maybe a silly question, but if you need to monitor 4 channels, could you just use two x 2-channel Pico's? A 4-channel one is a LOT more than twice the price.

@MechanicMindset 11 месяцев назад

Agreed! You could get 2, you’d have to run separate software for each on but they should run on the same laptop at the same time.

@IamReadyToRock Год назад

I'm waiting to buy the Rotkee oscilloscope I think it's the best option, you forgot to say that the 2204a, when measuring an inductive signal and wanting to synchronize it with a square signal, it will not be possible since it shares the same ground. I think I am correct. Greetings from Peru. I hope that Rotkee will be available as soon as possible

@MechanicMindset Год назад

I hope to try the Rotkee oscilloscope soon! Regarding the inductive signal, as long as it is possible to use chassis ground for both channels, it should be ok. But you are correct, you can not ‘float’ the ground connections on the 2204a. I did a video about this; using the injector voltage test as an example 👍 cheers!

@kingy550 Год назад

Hi Darren, could you suggest a way to pick up pulses from a mechanical diesel injection pump (Bosch Ve as found on Land Rover 200 tdi engines). I have seen a piezo type pickup that clamps around the injection pipe, but off the top of my head, I think they were quite pricey. I rang Pico Tech, and at the time they had nothing on offer. Gunson sell a timing strobe adapter (77089) but its over £150 ! Thanks for all the extremely useful videos, regards, Richard

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Hi Richard, you might be able to make something out of Piezo elements. I’ve seen a few people do that but I’ve not tried myself so can’t verify if it works

@johnson554671 21 день назад

Thank you for your great review. 11:30 it is just hard to see over RU-vid how clear the signal is. Hoping it is much sharper when viewing in person. I downloaded the free software today for the Picoscope 2205a (PicoScope 7 T&M) to use the demo and the waveform does look pretty crisp and easy to tune.

@MechanicMindset 21 день назад

@@johnson554671 It’s amazing for the price 👍

@shanidmon8563 Год назад

for using picoscope 2204a which software is best ? 7T&M ,6 ,

@dannyd.8753 8 месяцев назад

Hello, with the Hantek COP Extension Cord comes an earth wire. What is this used for? Thanks for your great videos!

@MechanicMindset 8 месяцев назад

I think it forms part of the capacitor circuit inside the unit. Don’t hold me to that! That’s what it’s used for on secondary clamps

@andrew7202 Год назад

Hey have you tried the 2408b pico scope, also what would you recommend for sample rate and bandwidth would love your advice on it.

@MechanicMindset Год назад

For that price just buy the 4425A. Unless you found one used, it’s a good scope. Still only 8 bit though. For sample rate and bandwidth, the 2204A is fine for Automotive, we don’t actually need really high specs. 12 bit is good. Atleast 250K Samples I think. Thing is it’s not simple. As you add more channels, the maximum sample are drops

@krispykream6649 Год назад

Am I gonna run into issues with the sample rate being lower

@astrogate1 Год назад

Great videos and information! Please, what is the brand name of the coil on plug black cable? Thank you for helping out the DYI auto community!!

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Thanks! Rotkee.com 👍

@astrogate1 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset Thank you very much, mate! Happy Christmas from Canada

@zeroalcohol Год назад

Have you tried the "Micsig Digital Automotive Tablet Oscilloscope 100MHz 4 Channels ATO1104"?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

I’ve had a quick try. Lots of people like them, nice a convenient as all in one. Maybe I’ll get my hands on one soon 👍

@A-lc7ju 4 месяца назад

Hi! Is the Pico not sensitive to accidental short circuit ?

@carloseduardocasarrubialuv2291 4 месяца назад

I have seen piks of 400 v isnt that the max voltage using the 20x aenuator with the pico 2205a?? will not damage the scope? Great content congrats

@MechanicMindset 3 месяца назад

There is a 100V input voltage protection. Some with the attenuator, it’s 2000V protection. My scope is fine and it has been very abused 😅

@luismelero6198 Год назад

Hi Darren from Spain. I love your videos. I am interested in buy a pico. 2204 or 2205. Which one would do you recomend? I have a hantek 1008c, but I dont like it. Thanks

@MechanicMindset Год назад

The 2205 has a better sample rate, so you will get better waveforms when measuring over longer periods of time. Hope that helps!

@luismelero6198 Год назад

Ok. Thanks

@zekzygaming5128 Год назад

What does pico mean with automotive oscilloscope and which of their scopes are able to get acces to the waveform library?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Only the products that are available in PicoAuto.com So 4425A 👍 powerful

@calholli 8 месяцев назад

Where do you keep all this stuff? Like what do you use as an organizer or toolbox? or a bag maybe? suitcase?? lol.. That would be a great video. Maybe one of those "prepper" style roll up organizers with multiple zipper pockets would be the way to go.

@MechanicMindset 8 месяцев назад

Actually I just acquired a large Milwaukee grinder case. Gonna cut the mould out and get some foam. See how much I can get it. But right now, it’s all over the place 😆 most in a big box

@calholli 8 месяцев назад

@@MechanicMindset That's what I have-- it's all in a box. :) .. I think I'm going to try one of those roll up organizer tool bag type things.. There's some cheap options on Temu for like 7 dollen.. Has 5 zip up pouches. IDK yet, still looking. There's not really a dedicated scope organizer out there. I might throw it all in one of my rifle carrying cases with all the little pockets around the outside; or maybe a tactical backpack. Not sure just yet.

@112879jcarlos Год назад

I love the video, ❤❤❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 except the mini pooper😉😉😉😉 just kidding, I'm always working on them😁😁😁

@MechanicMindset Год назад

🤣🤣🤣 I did my time with these too! To be fair, not bad cars really. Fun to drive, even the normal Coopers!

@weshawkins7165 Год назад

Very good video. I need that coil on plug extension lead, where can I find that?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Hantek HT308 amzn.to/3xRktOk

@weshawkins7165 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset Thank you.

@alandmunk3h Месяц назад

9:09 - What should I be searching for to buy the ignition lead extension for doing secondary on a Coil-On-Plug system ?

@MechanicMindset Месяц назад

Maybe search COP Extension leads. I think Hantek make some but they might leak. PicoAuto.com for some top quality leads 👍

@alandmunk3h Месяц назад

@@MechanicMindset Don't wanna get zapped, so I'll probably go pico

@MechanicMindset Месяц назад

@@alandmunk3h They might be fine, but i have some cheap ones too and the leak. I have a ‘Short’ showing it 👍

@bltoth1955 Год назад

Hello, Im looking at the Autel MaxiScope. Any thoughts?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

They do the job. Nice price for a 4 channel scope. I have the Ditex scope to review, will try and get it up next week 👍

@OilBaron100 4 месяца назад

Great video. Why are the “Automotive” Pico Scopes so much more expensive? Is it mainly because they can handle higher voltage inputs (ie: over 20 volts)?

@MechanicMindset 4 месяца назад

The specifications are higher all round; voltage, memory, sample rate, resolution, the hardware is different with floating grounds, you get the diagnostic software plus the waveform library. Thats to name a few benefits. The cheap scope will have you appreciate the Automotive scope when you upgrade

@zuxioa3278 Год назад

Is it possible to use the pico Automotive Programm with the normal 2240a ?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

No it’s not

@anidiotinaracingcar4874 Год назад

Can these softwares *decode* CAN too or they just show the waveform?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Yes it has serial decoding 👍

@codywichman213 Год назад

Do you know if the hantek software has the degree coursers?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Can’t remember. I think you can download it and try the demo mode. I don’t think it does but I could be wrong

@djmobileauto Год назад

Solid video bro

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Cheers D! Hope business is good 👍

@DJ-tn7vj Год назад

@@MechanicMindset man, really busy. Not enough time in the day. So I decided to take it slow and sturdy. Hope you do the same. Keep it coming

@MechanicMindset Год назад

@@DJ-tn7vj Good to hear. I had a mega busy run up to Summer. A bit more spare time for life and MM up to Christmas 👌

@tutukagara9452 Год назад

@@MechanicMindsetcan I have your contact

@noahadim Месяц назад

What software works with 2204a in automotive? I hear its not possible.

@MechanicMindset Месяц назад

That’s right. Use normal Pico 7 (T&M) from picotech.com

@ceckoslav 11 месяцев назад

Question: as a beginner do we need both 65A and 650A current clamps or one of them is more usable in automotive diagnostics?

@MechanicMindset 11 месяцев назад

Depends what you want to do. You’ll need 650A for relative compression, but that’s not accurate for low current things like injectors and pumps so you’ll want the 64 for that

@ceckoslav 11 месяцев назад

@@MechanicMindset Thanks a lot, I might consider buying both in that case. Different current ratings come with different accuracy and reading noise.

@MechanicMindset 11 месяцев назад

@@ceckoslav That’s right. Might be worth considering the Pico clamps, a little more expensive but better quality and longer cables

@diamondstateautodiagnostic5250 Год назад

Do you have to do anything to Pico 7 to use it with the 2204a

@MechanicMindset Год назад

No mate, just download normal version from PicoTech.com

@VolvoGonzo Месяц назад

Awesome Vid. I just aquire a Pico 3404A. Is this a scope that can be used in the same way? From i understand, it is not an "automotive" scope and will not work with the auto sofrware? Should I get rid of it or keep it and give it a go?

@MechanicMindset Месяц назад

Nice, give it a go! 👍

@VolvoGonzo Месяц назад

@@MechanicMindset Thanks. I will. Any advice on the software to use?

@MechanicMindset Месяц назад

@@VolvoGonzo Get PicoScope 7 from picotech.com

@VolvoGonzo Месяц назад

@@MechanicMindset thank you, sir!

@manuelamaya826 Год назад

Greetings, the disadvantage of the pico scope is that it only has 3 channels?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Only has 2 channels.

@owainglyndwr333 Год назад

Thanks for your vids, as a result I've put my hand in pocket and bought the 2204A and your cost effective route. At present my only need is to test the diesel injectors on my Ducato. They currently show variations greater than twice Fiat limits ( scantool Multiecuscan) Can this be shown/ measured with a scope. Would a clamp probe be needed? The Ducato injectors have 5 distinct phases (2 post main), the examples ive seen dont look as complicated. Sorry for the long question.

@MechanicMindset Год назад

So what you will see is the injector time is increased. This corresponds to the variations/smooth running. Next step is to work out why (ie faulty injector, compression loss etc) 👍

@owainglyndwr333 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset well scope has arrived and now sitting on my laptop. No probes yet. ended up buying the Hantek amp clamp via your amason link. Time to read and play. Thanks for your input and video help.

@owainglyndwr333 Год назад

Just had a play and so far the wave forms are different from most ive seen online. Obviously are piezoelectric i have 3 sample with voltage and amps but 4th difficult to get at to start with. The one thing that surprised me was the current is measuring about 18amps. Getting close to the limmitation of the Hantek. If these are dodgy what current would kill the hantek. or am i seeing somthing seriously wrong. There is also some bouncing arround zero V. Is there a specific vid i should be looking at?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

@@owainglyndwr333 I’ve not got anything for piezo diesel. However 18amps is fine for the Hantek amp clamps; they can measure up to 60 and anymore shouldn’t damage as there’s no direct contact

@owainglyndwr333 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset Thanks for replying. I know that if anything is wrong with the injectors its going to be subtle, hence going down the scope route. will have to find a golden sample another motor i trust.

@tomasis7 8 месяцев назад

hi have you tried Owon VDS 1022i ? Im curious how itd work for automotive.

@MechanicMindset 8 месяцев назад

I haven’t

@tomasis7 8 месяцев назад

@@MechanicMindset i heard good things about it in EEVblog forum. I try learn from your videos and convert "understanding" to Owon software, lol. Picoscope was too expensive for me even if itd be great for beginner. It is almost 200 eur , not 100 eur :/

@petarsavic6447 Год назад

I have 2 channel hantek, whats other option for softwere?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Open Hantek or Android tablet with HScope - I've not had much luck with either...

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Join the Free Training & Waveform Library here: www.mechanicmindset.com/free-access

@OilBaron100 2 месяца назад

Thanks, I just signed up. Trying to find the Waveform Library - is it still available?

@MechanicMindset 2 месяца назад

@@OilBaron100 Great! Yes, look for the course called RU-vid Waveform Library - it has the videos, files and images of the waveform too 👍

@OilBaron100 2 месяца назад

@@MechanicMindset thanks. I created a free account. I've watched a couple of videos and they're really good. I liked the video on the BMW N47 engine showing the camshaft-timing variation on a noisy timing chain. Not sure if you have a known good waveform for an M62 engine but if not, I'll keep looking online and look at doing your paid courses in the future once I've learned all of the great free content. Cheers.

@MechanicMindset 2 месяца назад

@@OilBaron100 Ah great! No sorry I don’t have that.

@mikeadler434 23 дня назад

👍👍

@playr1onesimracing896 Год назад

Hello mechanic mindset is there any software you would recommend to use for the hantek 1008C that is better than the hantek one?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

I haven’t been able to get ‘Open Hantek’ to work. I also have HScope for Android but not used it much. There are options 👍

@renefuller9241 9 месяцев назад

Hi, why not the Pico 2205A? What is the difference between the two? Just the price? Is it a newer model to replace the 2204a?

@MechanicMindset 9 месяцев назад

2204A is fine. 2205A has better sample rate and memory - it's worth the extra money if you want to pay. Or pay more and get 4 channel 2405A - I just got it, will share soon!

@renefuller9241 9 месяцев назад

@@MechanicMindset - Looking forward to your impression of the 2405A! I've looked at reviews, for some strange reason most of them mention it's not for Automotive applications when as far as I can see it definitely is. The Serial decoding is for Can bus (and many others) and all the sensors as they all communicate with serial protocols. It sounds like exactly what I'm looking for. I mainly work with microcontrollers communicating in UART and I2C. As you showed in your relay video, sample rate is important. Thx for your videos!

@MechanicMindset 9 месяцев назад

@@renefuller9241 It’s not optimised for Automotive like the PicoAuto scopes are. But it does work. Just need to be aware of its limits 👍

@Harry-ke6vj Год назад

Can you not use 2204A with pico scope automotive? My device is not recognized.

@MechanicMindset Год назад

No it’s not possible; just use the normal software from picotech.com 👍

@Harry-ke6vj Год назад

@@MechanicMindset thank you!

@kirkbrown2147 Год назад

How do I used my regular scope with the new software?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Download from Picotech.com (Pico 7)👍

@kirkbrown2147 Год назад

Thank you for your quick reply. I did that and it says not supported. I did the hacked for the older software but as you also know it doesn't work anymore.

@MechanicMindset Год назад

@@kirkbrown2147 That’s interesting. I would contact PicoScope and let them know. As you can see in the video, it should work fine with Pico 7 T&M version

@peternajduk7841 Год назад

What laptop specs would be required for best performance?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

That’s a good question, hard to answer. Pico don’t really recommend by specs. Basically, the lower the spec, the slower the software runs. I have a 10 year old Lenovo Carbon X1 (fast in it’s day). 8GB ram, i5 intel. Windows 10. Works great.

@peternajduk7841 Год назад

@@MechanicMindset Thank you, that is very consistent with others I have asked.

@gogoskull6289 Год назад

Is the Owon hds272 not good for testing or what

@MechanicMindset Год назад

No it’s ok actually. Just not as good as the laptop based scopes. Setting a are a bit fiddly. But it is a multimeter too, quite a good one. Will do a video soon.

@ke6bnl Год назад

Been waiting for over a month for rotkee purchase

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Do you have an order in with them?

@ke6bnl Год назад

@@MechanicMindset yes Order ID: Date Added: 20/08/2022 Your order has been updated to the following status: Payment received

@MechanicMindset Год назад

@@ke6bnl OK, hopefully they will get back to you soon. I’ve not heard from them myself in the last few weeks. I’m not sure what’s happening with the way situation, but they should get back to you soon. Cheers

@tonylin9833 Год назад

@@ke6bnl Hi, have you ever told them since then? Any replies?

@ke6bnl Год назад

@@tonylin9833 I just wrote them and told them that it has been over a month and I have not received the item. Will let you know if and when I hear back from them

@jorgeautomotrizfcsa.6436 Год назад

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@nickayivor8432 Год назад

KNOWLEDGEABLE Mechanic Mindset Sharing it with us thank you very much helpful video information Take care and have a great Weekend KNOWLEDGEABLE Mechanic Mindset From Nick Ayivor from London England UK 🇬🇧

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Cheers Nick!

@Atlan_tis 2 месяца назад

just to confirm, hantek oscilloscope will not work with picoscope software correct ?

@MechanicMindset 2 месяца назад

Correct. Doesn’t work with Hantek

@Atlan_tis 2 месяца назад

@@MechanicMindset thank you 🙏🏻 for the reply. I subscribed to your channel, lots good information.

@Okie-Tom Год назад

Have you ever tested the MLAB4 4.1 automotive scope from the Ukraine?

@MechanicMindset Год назад

I have the MT Pro 4.1 ready to test. Hopefully share with you soon, not had a chance to plug it in yet

@Okie-Tom Год назад

@@MechanicMindset , I saw where someone on some forum said the MLAB was a cheap copy. I would like to know how it would compare the the way more expensive Pico! I am just a diy’er and sure couldn’t afford a Pico. Hope I catch it when you publish it. I will make sure I am subscribed. Thanks, Tom

@MechanicMindset Год назад

@@Okie-Tom I think MLAB is a software platform. The MT Pro may be a similar scope to the USB Autoscope which isn’t cheap. Maybe that’s what they referred to?

@bmbkne3843 Год назад

Pico 2204a can work with software 7

@MechanicMindset Год назад

Yes from picotech.com

@bennyblanco692 2 месяца назад

Don't get it 2204A does not run picos automotive software but you're using it to diagnose a car. Is confusing

@MechanicMindset 2 месяца назад

The normal (aka T&M) and automotive software is the same in operation. The automotive software has some extra features that the T&M software doesn’t. Thats all 😁