Introduction; Safety Information; Symbols - PICO PicoScope 9000 Series Quick Start Manual

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a PicoScope 9000 Series PC Sampling Oscilloscope, a high-bandwidth,
high-effective-sampling-rate measuring instrument specifically designed for capturing and
analyzing cyclical waveforms or clocked data streams.
For further setup information following basic installation, see the User's Guide by either clicking
the Help button within the oscilloscope software or opening the PDF directly from the software
disk.

2. Safety information

To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, personal injury, or damage to the product, carefully
read this safety information before attempting to install or use the product. In addition, follow all
generally accepted safety practices and procedures for working with and near electricity.
The product has been designed and tested in accordance with the European standard publication
EN 61010-1:2010, and left the factory in a safe condition. The following safety descriptions are
found throughout this guide:
A WARNING identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury or death.
A CAUTION identifies conditions or practices that could result in damage to the product or the
equipment to which it is connected.

2.1 Symbols

These safety and electrical symbols may appear on the product or in this guide.
Symbols
DO134-14 Copyright © 2008–2017 Pico Technology Ltd. All rights reserved.
Description
Direct current.
Alternating current.
Chassis ground terminal.
Equipment protected throughout by double insulation or
reinforced insulation.
Possibility of electric shock.
Caution.
Static awareness. Static discharge can damage parts.
EN 61010 overvoltage category.
Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal
waste.
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