Pico Technology 4824A PicoScope 4000A Oscilloscope

Overview

The Pico Technology 4824A is a compact PC-based USB 3 oscilloscope that brings laboratory-grade measurement capability to desktop and portable applications. Part of the PicoScope 4000A Series, the 4824A offers 8 channels of simultaneous acquisition, 20 MHz bandwidth, and 12-bit vertical resolution with deep capture memory. The integrated function and arbitrary waveform generator makes it suitable for signal generation and analysis tasks without requiring separate equipment. Professional software suite and proven user interface enable both routine measurements and advanced waveform analysis.

Key Features

• 8 simultaneous channels with BNC connectors
• 20 MHz bandwidth with 80 MS/s sampling rate
• 12-bit vertical resolution for precise measurements
• 256 MS deep capture memory
• 1% DC accuracy with ±10 mV to ±50 V input ranges
• Integrated 14-bit arbitrary waveform generator with 80 MS/s update rate
• 10,000 segment waveform buffer for complex signal generation
• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface for high-speed data transfer
• Advanced digital triggering and serial bus decoding for 18 protocols
• Up to 70 dB SFDR (spurious-free dynamic range)
• Split-screen waveform viewing for comparative analysis

Applications

• Electrical circuit analysis and troubleshooting
• Audio and signal processing measurements
• Mechanical and vibration analysis via sensor interfaces
• LIDAR, radar, and ultrasonic system development
• NDT (non-destructive testing) and predictive maintenance monitoring
• Serial bus protocol analysis and debugging
• Educational demonstrations and student lab work

Included Accessories

• TA375 oscilloscope probes
• USB 3.0 cable (1.8 m)
• PicoScope 6 software with time and frequency-domain analysis
• PicoLog and PicoSDK software included
• Quick Start Guide
• Five-year manufacturer warranty