Scored an Oscilloscope for 20$

[triplefour]

just got this the other day. its dirty but i saw it turn on at the e-waste recycling place i always get stuff from. i have no idea about oscilloscopes except that i heard if you want to fix electronics you need to learn how to use one. so...where should i start?

[budm]

Re: Scored an Oscilloscope for 20$

http://www.radiomuseum.org/r/hameg_o...m205hm_20.html
http://www.hameg.com/manuals.0.html?&no_cache=1

[stj]

Re: Scored an Oscilloscope for 20$

start by cleaning it and inspecting the insides - dont try to plug it in.

it will obviously need new sockets on the front.

[Jooo]

Re: Scored an Oscilloscope for 20$

That almost looks like it was flooded - you need to thoroughly clean it inside out.

[Compgeke]

Re: Scored an Oscilloscope for 20$

+1 on checking it inside before testing.

It might have been stored in a damp barn or shed which could explain dust and corrosion or flood or outside even. I've seen some stuff come from all of those looking the same externally.

[SteveNielsen]

Re: Scored an Oscilloscope for 20$

Hawaii is pretty humid.