Time Difference Measurement Between Two Time-Related Pulses; Figure 3-7: Time Difference Measurement - Tektronix 2212 User Manual

Non-Storage Examples
Time Difference Measurement
Between Two Time-Related Pulses
The calibrated sweep speed and dual-trace features of the instru-
ment allow measurement of the time difference between two sepa-
rate events. To obtain a reliable measurement result, use either
probes or cables with equal time delays. You can use the following
procedure to measure time difference (see Figure
3-7):
Step 1. Switch the 2212 on and obtain a baseline display in
Non-Store mode.
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Figure 3-7: Time Difference Measurement between two Time-
related Pulses
Step 2. Toggle the Trigger SOURCE switch to CH
1.
Step
3.
Set both AC-GND-DC switches to the same position,
depending on the type of input coupling desired (AC or
DC).
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Measurement Examples