Automotive Oscilloscopes: What you need to know

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Published 2019-03-05

Alex Muir explains what an oscilloscope is, how it works and how to perform two tests: a relative compression test by measuring current into the starter motor, and a full pressure test using PicoScope's WPS pressure transducer.

All Comments (21)

@Barryd57 12 days ago

This video was excellent. No loud music, plainly spoken, one mechanic speaking to others. I wish all YT would follow his lead.
@williamengstrom2784 1 month ago

I have yet to see such a thorough explaination of scope use in automotive use. Please continue to make more videos!!!! Thank you!!
@krishath7085 4 years ago

I learnt more about oscilloscopes in this video than anywhere else. Thank you so much
@russellstephan6844 4 years ago

Nice introductory presentation of oscilloscope usage in automotive diagnostics. Looking forward to seeing its use in other automotive sub-systems.
@phriesen 5 years ago

Paying customer here. Your presentation in these vids, I think, is phrickin' phenomenal.
@burntvalve2 2 years ago

A brilliantly straightforward and easy to understand instructional video. Thank you Alex.
@blackbambinoe 3 years ago

I watch your program so much times that I had to purchase all of them. Love the information and the correct terms and words.
@Al-Fiallos 1 year ago

Wow! I know next to nothing about oscilloscopes but you make it all so clear and comprehensible.
@Cuby57 4 years ago

So far, the videos produced on this channel have really astonished me, and, as an avid car lover with a decent depth of automotive knowledge, it has already answered questions that no other place has been able to answer for me. And the live presentation of the information is so incredible smooth that it is breath taking. Good job, and, please, keep up the good work!
@renefuller9241 9 months ago

Amazingly easy to follow introduction to automotive use of a scope. And not boring either, watching the whole video was fun! Best explanation on the use of the amp clamp ever!
@benedictmokgwasa1735 7 months ago

I love how they explain in detailed and i can see all the connections
@barrykery1175 2 years ago

I never knew how I could apply an oscilloscope to the automotive industry. That was one impressive video. It not only explained how the scope functions but what else it can be used for. Thanks for posting such a great video. Barry
@DukeDave1 4 years ago

Thanks this is a good video. I liked it, and for a mechanic I'm impressed you are actually troubleshooting! not part swapping! You blew me away! I was totally surprised when you clearly and actually described how the oscilloscope works. This is a great video. Thank-you. Well done.
@alanjackson4397 1 year ago

You’ve done an excellent job explaining how a scope works and how to use it, I haven’t found this on any other channel most times they just use it with very little explanation thank you for this series. You have a new fan!
@jf3232 4 years ago

Thinking of get an oscilloscope. For my DIY interest on cars. With the way you demonstrate the use of one. I really will look into it. Thanks for your time on doing a great understanding video. 👍
@sahraouiwalid9144 4 years ago

you really are a great person ! thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, may god bless you !
@fredsalter1915 3 years ago

Simply an outstanding video. In 2020, oscilloscopes are pretty much an absolute necessity.
@moshet842 2 years ago

I don't use oscilloscopes for automotive applications, but this video finally helped me understand what triggering does. No one else has dumbed it down like you have.
@andreson21 2 years ago

Without any doubts, the best channel of mechanics. Superb.
@ananyagrawal5923 3 years ago

One amongst the best channel and presenter I have ever found on YouTube He is amazing