OWON HDS241

OWON HDS241 Single-Channel Handheld Oscilloscope Instruction Manual

Your comprehensive guide to operating the HDS241 3-in-1 device.

1. Уводзіны

The OWON HDS241 is a versatile 3-in-1 handheld device that integrates a single-channel oscilloscope, a 24,000-count digital multimeter, and a 100KHz signal generator. Designed for portability and efficiency, it is suitable for various electrical testing and measurement applications. This manual provides detailed instructions for safe and effective use of your device.

Меры бяспекі: Always observe general safety rules when operating electrical equipment. Ensure proper connections and use appropriate probes for the measurement task. Do not exceed the maximum input ratings of the device.

2. Прадукт скончыўсяview

The HDS241 combines three essential functions into one compact unit:

  • Асцылограф: Features a 40 MHz bandwidth, 250 MSa/s real-time sampling rate, and a waveform refresh rate of up to 10,000 wfms/s. It supports auto-setup, multiple measurement functions, cursor measurement, and a slow sweep mode for long-term signal monitoring.
  • Лічбавы мультиметр: A 4½-digit True RMS multimeter with 24,000 counts. It can measure AC/DC voltage, AC/DC current, resistance, diode, capacitance, and perform continuity tests. Maximum input voltage is AC 750V and DC 1000V.
  • Генератар сігналаў: A single-channel generator with a frequency range of up to 100 kHz. It supports sine, square, ramp, and pulse waveform outputs with a maximum amplitude of 2.5 Vpp.

The device features a 3.5-inch high-definition color LCD screen for clear display of waveforms and measurement data. Its robust design includes a rubber coating for durability and improved grip.

OWON HDS241 handheld oscilloscope, multimeter, and signal generator with key features highlighted.

Малюнак 2.1: The OWON HDS241 device, showcasing its 3-in-1 functionality as an oscilloscope, multimeter, and signal generator. Key specifications for each mode are listed alongside the device.

Detailed diagram of OWON HDS241 controls and ports.

Малюнак 2.2: A comprehensive diagram illustrating the various buttons, ports, and display areas of the OWON HDS241, including the viewing area, multi-function keys, channel key, mode change key, system configuration, save button, power button, multimeter input port, horizontal adjustment, measurement range switch, arrow keys, auto range key, hold/run key, signal input connector, probe compensation output, and USB charge/communication interface.

3. Настройка

3.1 Усталёўка і зарадка акумулятара

The HDS241 is powered by a high-capacity 2000 mAh lithium battery. The device features a low-power consumption design for extended operation.

  • Зарадка: Connect the device to a power source using the standard USB Type-C port. You can use a compatible adapter or a power bank.
  • Тэрмін службы батарэі: The battery provides long-lasting performance. Actual usage time may vary based on operating conditions.
OWON HDS241 battery compartment and USB Type-C charging port.

Малюнак 3.1: This image shows the internal battery compartment of the OWON HDS241, revealing two 18650 lithium batteries, and highlights the USB Type-C port for charging and PC connection.

3.2 Падключэнне зондаў

For oscilloscope measurements, connect the probe to the BNC connector. For multimeter functions, use the provided test leads with the multimeter input ports.

  • Раз'ём BNC: The BNC connector features an external rubber coating to enhance safety and prevent external interference. It supports high-voltage probes for accurate and reliable signal capture.
OWON HDS241 BNC connector detail and True RMS measurement comparison.

Малюнак 3.2: This image highlights the BNC connector with external rubber coating for safety and interference prevention. It also illustrates the difference between conventional measurement (accurate only for sine waves) and True RMS measurement (accurately measures all current waveforms).

3.3 Уключэнне/выключэнне

Press and hold the power button (refer to Figure 2.2 for location) to turn the device on or off.

4. Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі

4.1 Рэжым асцылографа

To enter Oscilloscope mode, press the 'Mode' button until the oscilloscope interface is displayed.

  • Basic Waveform Display: Connect the probe to the signal source. The waveform will be displayed on the screen.
  • Auto-Setup: Press the 'Auto' button for automatic adjustment of vertical, horizontal, and trigger settings to quickly display a stable waveform.
  • Функцыі вымярэння: The HDS241 offers various measurement capabilities:
    • Аўтаматычныя вымярэнні: Includes Period, Frequency, Mean, PK-PK, Max, Min, Amplitude, and RMS.
    • Вымярэнне курсора: Use the cursor function to measure voltage difference (ΔV) and time difference (ΔT) between two points on the waveform.
  • Захаванне дадзеных: Connect the device to a computer via the USB Type-C port. The included PC software allows you to save waveform images and data for further analysis.
OWON HDS241 oscilloscope performance features including dual sampling, high refresh rate, auto-measurements, and cursor measurement.

Малюнак 4.1: This image details the oscilloscope's advanced features, including Dual Sampling Mode for interference detection, High Refresh Rate (10,000 wfms/s) and Deep Storage (8K record length), 8 Types of AutoMeasurements (Frequency, Period, Amplitude, Max, Min, Mean, PK-PK, RMS), and Cursor Measurement for ΔV and ΔT. It also shows the Save Function for reference waveforms.

Examples of actual waveforms measured by the OWON HDS241: Mains Waveform, TV Signal Wave, PLC Pulse Wave, Multi-Audio Frequency Response Signal.

Малюнак 4.2: This image displays four examples of waveforms captured by the OWON HDS241: a Mains Waveform with peak highlighted, a TV Signal Wave, a PLC Pulse Wave, and a Multi-Audio Frequency Response Signal, demonstrating its versatility in signal analysis.

OWON HDS241 connected to a laptop via USB for data analysis.

Малюнак 4.3: The OWON HDS241 is shown connected to a laptop via a USB cable, demonstrating its capability to save waveform images and data for further analysis on a computer.

4.2 Рэжым мультыметра

To enter Multimeter mode, press the 'Mode' button until the multimeter interface is displayed.

  • Памеры: The multimeter supports measuring AC/DC voltage, AC/DC current, resistance, diode, capacitance, and continuity. Select the desired measurement function using the appropriate buttons.
  • Сапраўднае RMS: The HDS241 features True RMS measurement, which is essential for accurately measuring non-sinusoidal AC waveforms.
  • Аўтаматычны дыяпазон: The device automatically selects the appropriate measurement range for convenience.
OWON HDS241 handheld device measuring a car battery.

Малюнак 4.4: The OWON HDS241 is depicted in an outdoor setting, connected to a car battery with multimeter probes, illustrating its practical application for electrical measurements.

4.3 Рэжым генератара сігналаў

To enter Signal Generator mode, press the 'Mode' button until the signal generator interface is displayed.

  • Выбар формы сігналу: Choose from sine, square, ramp, or pulse waveforms.
  • Частата і AmpLitude: Adjust the output frequency (up to 100 kHz) and amplitude (up to 2.5 Vpp) as required for your testing needs.

5. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

  • Уборка: Для чысткі прылады выкарыстоўвайце мяккую сухую тканіну. Не выкарыстоўвайце абразіўныя ачышчальнікі або растваральнікі.
  • Сыход за батарэяй: Каб падоўжыць тэрмін службы батарэі, пазбягайце частай поўнай разрадкі батарэі. Рэгулярна зараджайце прыладу, асабліва калі яна будзе захоўвацца працяглы час.
  • захоўванне: Захоўвайце прыладу ў прахалодным, сухім месцы, удалечыні ад прамых сонечных прамянёў і экстрэмальных тэмператур.

6. Выпраўленне непаладак

If you encounter issues with your OWON HDS241, consider the following basic troubleshooting steps:

  • Прылада не ўключаецца: Ensure the battery is charged. Connect the device to a power source using the USB Type-C cable and try again.
  • Хвалі не адлюстроўваюцца: Check that the probe is correctly connected to both the device and the signal source. Verify the signal source is active. Try using the 'Auto' button to adjust settings.
  • Няправільныя паказанні мультыметра: Ensure the test leads are properly inserted into the correct input jacks for the measurement type (e.g., voltage, current, resistance). Check the integrity of the test leads.
  • Unstable readings: Ensure connections are secure and there is no external interference.

For further assistance, please contact OWON customer support.

7. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

OWON HDS241 detailed specifications for oscilloscope, digital multimeter, and waveform generator.

Малюнак 7.1: This image presents a detailed table of technical specifications for the OWON HDS241, covering its oscilloscope, digital multimeter, and waveform generator functions.

7.1 Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі асцылографа

АсаблівасцьСпецыфікацыя
Прапускная здольнасць40 МГц
Канал1
SampЛінг Частата250 Мвыб/с
Мадэль набыццяSample, Peak detection
Працягласць запісуMax. 8K
Дысплей3.5-цалевы ВК-экран
Частата абнаўлення формы сігналу10,000 XNUMX wfms/с
Уваходная сувязьПастаянны ток, пераменны ток, зазямленне
Уваходны супраціў1 MΩ±2%, in parallel with 16 pF±10 pF
Згасанне зонда1x, 10x, 100x, 1000x
Макс. Уваходны Voltage400 В (пастаянны + пераменны ток, PK-PK)
Sensitivity Resolution10 мВ/падзел-10 В/падзел
Вертыкальнае дазвол8 біт
Гарызантальны маштаб5ns/div-1000s/div, Step 1-2-5
Тып трыгеракрай
Рэжым запускуАўто, Нармальны, Адзіночны
Аўтаматычнае вымярэннеPeriod, Frequency, Mean, PK-PK, Max, Min, Amplitude, RMS
Вымярэнне курсорамΔV, ΔT

7.2 Digital Multimeter Specifications

АсаблівасцьСпецыфікацыя
Full Scale Reading4½ digits (max. 24000 counts)
Тэставыя рэжымытtage, current, resistance, capacitance, diode, continuity
Максtage750 В пераменнага току, 1000 В пастаяннага току
Максімальны ўваходны токПераменны ток 10A, пастаянны ток 10A
Аўтаматычны дыяпазонтак
Сапраўднае RMSтак

7.3 Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі генератара сігналаў

Тып сігналуВыхадная частата
сінус10 Гц-100 кГц
квадратны10 Гц-100 кГц
Ramp10 Гц-100 кГц
Пульс10 Гц-10 кГц
Ampлітуда2Vpp-2.5Vpp

7.4 Агульныя тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

  • Памеры: 9.6 х 3.8 х 19.8 см
  • Вага: 1.2 кг
  • акумулятар: Літыевая батарэя 2000 мАг
  • Інтэрфейс зарадкі: USB Type-C

8. Гарантыя і падтрымка

For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or contact OWON customer service directly. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase.