The Limited Edition MHO-98 is a 1GHz, 4 Channel 12 Bit scope with a FREE BUNDLE valued at over $4,148 for a total cost of only $2,549 Ex GST!

The MHO-98 includes all high-end functions and accessories as standard, eliminating the need for any additional optional configurations:

• Bandwidth Upgraded to 1GHz: The analog bandwidth has been increased from the maximum 800MHz of the standard version to 1GHz, easily meeting the testing requirements of high – frequency high – speed signals;
• Standard 500Mpts Long Memory Depth: Skipping the step of “Standard 100Mpts, Optional 500Mpts” in the standard version, it comes directly with the industry – leading 500Mpts memory depth. At high sampling rates, it can capture longer – time waveforms at once, not missing any details of occasional signals;
• All-In-One BUNDLE of Accessories: It comes with a built-in dual-channel 100MHz signal source, a PLA2216 16 – channel logic analyzer probe, all serial protocol decoding option packages (including I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, LIN, etc.), and an ultra – portable instrument case. You can start all – round testing right out of the box without any additional investment.

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RIGOL have released the new DS70000 Series StationMax Digital Oscilloscopes powered by the new UltraVision III platform. The DS70000 Series is available in either 3 or 5 GHz bandwidths and combines the new UltraVision III oscilloscope technology and UltraReal spectrum analysis technology into RIGOL’s most powerful test and measurement instrument ever.

The innovative UltraVision III platform combines updated oscilloscope and spectrum analysis technology with its custom front-end Phoenix ASIC chipset to expand RIGOL solutions into new applications. In addition to 3 or 5 GHz bandwidths, StationMax provides 4 channels, 20 GSamples/sec sample rate (10 GSa/sec on all channels), 1 million waveforms/sec capture rate, 2 Gpts maximum storage depth, and high resolution measurements up to 16 bits.

StationMax leverages technology to provide Real-Time Oscilloscope and Spectrum Analyzer functionality. The DS70000 series delivers new performance, speed and analysis capabilities, as well as a completely new interface designed for the 15.6″ multi-touch display. Powerful analysis capabilities include real-time spectrum analysis, multi-domain analysis, eye diagram and jitter analysis, high speed bus compliance, and serial bus decoding.

“We are extremely proud to introduce such a dynamic technology set to engineers and excited for all of the new applications it fulfills”, stated Chris Armstrong, Director of Product Marketing for RIGOL USA.”StationMax allows us to provide outstanding solutions for high-speed analog and digital design verification. With our new probe solutions up to 7 GHz, engineers can now capture and analyze their most sensitive signals with an instrument that provides RIGOL’s well known combination of capability and value. Design and failure analysis engineers working in research, semiconductor, RF, and IoT markets can now utilize RIGOL solutions at the chip, device, and system level for their debugging and testing applications.”

StationMax is designed for ease of use and convenience. The 15.6″ display features an electronically controlled tilt function to optimize viewing and usability. This intuitive touch multi-panel display simplifies analysis by isolating important measurements in separate windows including real-time spectrum view, multiple FFT and math functions, jitter, and real-time eye. For engineers who prefer tactile control, the instrument has separate scale and position knobs for each channel and the horizontal. Channel controls are backlit and color coded with RIGOL probes.

Complementing this powerful instrument is a new family of high-speed precision probe solutions. These active differential probes are available in 3.5 and 7 GHz models delivering excellent 3 and 5GHz measurements to the probe tip. These probes also have automatic spacing controls with 3 user-defined settings at the touch of a button, a work light for easier connections, and automatic color-coded LEDs to match the signal on the display.

New StationMax oscilloscopes allow engineers to communicate, control and access their test data with ease, addressing a key challenge facing engineers performing advanced testing and analysis. DS70000 oscilloscopes include USB 3.0 host and device communication for storage and computer control, gigabit LAN for high-speed data transfer, all new and advanced web control, HDMI for external display, and onboard FTP data sharing. All of this makes it possible to move gigabits of data at high speed with less instrument downtime for offline analysis and data archival.

“The technology advances incorporated into our new UltraVision III platform empowers engineers to problem solve with RIGOL instrumentation even on their newest designs.” continues Chris Armstrong. “Our performance specifications, analysis capabilities, enhanced usability in both display and probes, as well as our improved data access compares favorably with the current market leaders. We are excited to deliver this high-performance system and we encourage engineers in these applications to consider the performance, reliability, and value that RIGOL can bring to bear on your high-speed design challenges.”

For more information, specifications and product video, click Rigol DS70000 Series.

Digital multimeters are one of the most widely used and trusty electronic test instruments. With a wide variety of market retailers and an extensive range of advanced products to choose from, buying a digital multimeter can be a daunting shopping experience. So, to help your buying process consider the following eleven factors which can help you select the best multimeter for your application.

1.Digital Multimeters Vs. Analogue Multimeters

Although a multimeter can be digital or analogue, the digital multimeter is the most modern and extensively used model.

Digital multimeters are more accurate than analogues, but in the past, they were not ideal for measurements that change rapidly. This is because digital multimeters must first take in analogue data and then convert to digital data, resulting in a tiny delay in readings.

Despite this drawback, and especially with improved update rates, overall digital multimeters are a much superior product in the modern world. They offer better accuracy, much easier interpretation of readings and added functionalities over an Analogue. Modern DMM update rates now vastly improved and functions such as analogue bar graph mode to emulate an analogue meter on even fast-changing signals.

Due to the high demand for testing equipment and digital multimeters, there are dozens of digital multimeters brands in the market, making selecting the finest digital multimeter for your needs difficult. Even if you don’t need all the latest advanced features, it’s a good idea to invest in a high-powered digital multimeter from a reputable manufacture to ensure your digital multimeter will last for many years to come.

2. Auto Range Vs. Manual Range

When comparing the auto and manual range multimeters, the auto range multimeter is far more user-friendly. But if you’re a newbie or on a tight budget, a manual range metre is the way to go.

Auto-range will connect to the device automatically and pick the required parameter to measure, then switch it on to display the reading/value on the screen, choosing the range on its own, without requiring manual adjustment.

For a manual metre, one must turn the knob every time, which is inconvenient when working with several components and quantities for a project. Using this manual metre while working with several components and values for a project is unproductive. As a result, the auto range is the ideal option for a majority of activities.

3. Accuracy and Handheld vs Benchtop

When taking multimeter readings, accuracy is defined as the maximum allowable error. Although most multimeters, particularly digital multimeters, will offer accurate reading values, it is necessary to examine them thoroughly before utilising the device in a project.

For example, a 0.5% DC volt accuracy with 4000–6000 counts are acceptable for many applications, but anything less than this indicates the digital multimeter is unreliable for professional readings.

If high accuracy is required and field or battery use is not essential, then a bench DMM may be considered. As in general, the main benefit of a bench DMM vs handheld is better accuracy, higher resolution, better stability, and features such as connection to a PC and 4 wire resistance measuring capability for measuring low resistances not possible on a handheld 2 wire measuring DMM.This is especially valid now where good quality bench DMM offerings from companies such as Rigol and GW Instek etc., are relatively low cost for the performance they offer.

4.True RMS

A True RMS DMM is an essential feature for accurately measuring AC voltages and currents in the “real world” with non-sinusoidal waveforms. The real world is full of AC powered devices that generate non-sinusoidal waveforms such as variable-speed motor drives, electronic ballasts, computers, HVAC, solid-state environments etc. An average reading DMM won’t work for these now typical applications. A rule of thumb – if the DMM spec doesn’t clearly state TRMS, it won’t be – it will be an average reading DMM.

5. Range Limits

We have no idea what specifications you’ll need for your projects, but before acquiring a digital multimeter, you should be aware of the device’s range limits. For example, if the metre can’t measure current in milliamps, the device can’t detect particular sensor current levels. When shopping, you should make sure you get a digital multimeter with ranges that will meet the needs of both current and future projects.

The following are some suggested digital multimeter ranges:

• Range for Resistance – Low Ohm to 20 MOhm
  
• Current Range – 10 uA to 10 A
• Voltage Range – millivolt to 600

​6. Resolution or Display Counts

The digital multimeter’s resolution, also known as display counts, refers to the total number of digits displayed, from lowest to highest. The best digital multimeter has a larger number of digits.

Reading resolution on a spec sheet can be confusing, so what exactly does 3 or 4 ½ digits, 5 digit, 5 ½ digit mean?Basically, a 3 ½ digit DMM can read 1999 on the display. The ½ digit is 1 maximum, so 4 ½ digit is 19999, 5 ½ digit 199999.

Resolution may also be displayed as “counts”, such as a 4000 count or 40000 count DMM. This just means first digit maximum is a 4, and all others can go to 9, so a 4000 count DMM can measure up to 4999.

In general, a high count is preferred but is more expensive and may not be needed depending on the application.

7. Features of Safety

Anyone working with electronic gear should always prioritise their safety. When searching for a professional digital multimeter to measure greater DC or AC voltages, safety features, particularly CAT safety precautions, should be required.

The rule of thumb here is the higher the CAT rating, the better the insulation of the unit and leads, and safer the unit is measuring higher voltages or currents where there is more power – e.g. overhead mains line work typically requires CAT IV. Working on electronic circuits may only need CAT I or CAT II. Also, with a specified CAT rating, there will be a Voltage quoted next to it, e.g. CATIII 600V or CAT III 300V. Selecting a meter based on a CAT rating really depends on what is being measured and where the measurements are taking place.

8. Input Resistance

A digital multimeter’s input resistance is the resistance it provides to a connected device across the probes. When measuring Voltages, a digital multimeter will perform better if it has a greater input resistance as this allows it to measure signals with minimal loading to the circuit under test. In general, 1MOhm or above is specified on all DMM’s for an optimal value for a digital multimeter input resistance.

9. Battery Time

When using the digital multimeter daily, a battery life of around 1000 hours would be preferable for the greatest results.

10.Versatility

When choosing a Multimeter, you will also want to select a unit with additional measuring capabilities for your own measuring application.

Measurement capability of things like battery test, diode test, temperature measurement, transistor test, and continuity test and functions such as analogue bar graph, auto-range, true RMS, PC interface with logging software may make it far more useful than a multimeter without these.

11.Price

Digital multimeters are available in a wide price range, ranging from $10 to $3500, depending on the bands and features offered. In addition, a higher-priced digital multimeter will have more durable and accurate findings than a lower-priced digital multimeter. While also, a workstation multimeter will be more costly than a portable multimeter.

Check how often you’ll be using a digital multimeter to see what features you will require. If you’re just going to use the digital multimeter once in a while, go for a lower-cost option. If you expect to use the digital multimeter more frequently, go for a more costly, more durable design.

Source Your Next Digital Multimeter at Emona Instruments

No matter if you need a digital multimeter for hobbyist requirements or professional applications, Emona Instruments stocks an extensive inventory of high-powered digital multimeters from industry-leading suppliers to suit any customer requirements. The digital multimeters Emona Instruments stocks includes:

• Rigol’s DM3000 Series benchtop digital multimeters – DM3068, DM3058 and DM3058E – are designed for efficient and accurate bench testing with added features great for production line applications.
• GW Instek provides high precision benchtop digital multimeters with industry-leading response times. Models include the GDM-8261A, GDM-8245 and GDM-8255A.
• Metrel offers a wide range of digital multimeter models, all suitable for virtually any general-purpose or hobby work. Including a pocket digital multimeter MD-1150, a range of handheld digital multimeters MD-9020, MD-9030, MD-9040, MD-9050 and MD-9060. Plus, an insulation and continuity digital multimeter MD-9070.
• Time Electronics offers the benchtop digital multimeter 5075, designed for precision, performance, and functionality, making them ideal for automatic testing and fault diagnosis.
• LT Lutron offers a Watt Meter digital multimeter DW-6163 for direct readings of AC WATT (true power) value.

Whether you are looking for high-quality electronic test and measure instruments, test and tag instruments, state of the art 3D printers, 3D printer accessories or engineering teaching & research equipment, Emona supplies only globally trusted manufacturers.

Emona Instruments caters for a range of budgets, functions and technologies, suitable for R&D professionals, production lines or the classroom. Each of our products, from digital multimeters, Markforged metal printers through to Formlabs SLA resin printers, the Emona team is ready to help you choose the best product for your application with expert advice.

Contact the friendly Emona staff for more information about our digital multimeter inventory or for any other technical support on (02) 9519 3933 or email testinst@emona.com.au

The Rigol Technologies RSA5000 Series of RF spectrum analyzers scan a complete frequency spectrum of 9kHz to 3.2 or 6.5 GHz with a maximum sample rate of 51.2MS/s.

They offer significant performance improvements over traditional swept spectrum analyzers with a 1ms full span sweep, an expanded vertical range to +30dBm, reduced phase noise to -108dBc/Hz, 1 Hz RBW (resolution bandwidth), and a reduced noise floor (DANL) to -165dBm. They can also be used in a traditional swept scan mode.

Offering up to 40 MHz Real-Time Bandwidth, the RSA5000 series calculate >146,000 FFTs/sec, delivering down to 7.45us for a 100% Probability of Intercept. They provide seven display modes (Normal, Density, Spectogram, Power v. Time, Density & Spectogram, PVT & Spectrum, PVT & Spectrogram) and include a Frequency Mask Trigger. The Frequency Mask Trigger is especially useful for triggering measurements of sporadic or transient events.

The flexible User Interface allows customers a choice for interacting with the units since they feature a 10.1” capacitive touch screen display with gesture support, mouse/keyboard support, as well as traditional knob and button control. Rigol calls the high-speed real-time measurement technology of these units “Ultra-Real” to describe the rapid signal acquisition and data analysis, together with various display modes that facilitate comprehensive signal interpretation.

Tracking Generator versions are also available that add a built-in signal source of 100kHz – 3.2/6.5GHz with an output range of -40dBm to 0dBm for plotting circuit or component frequency responses.

Building on the tremendous success of Rigol’s DSA800 series of swept spectrum analyzers, the RSA5000 series of analyzers offer a combination of outstanding swept spectrum performance and 40MHz real-time Bandwidth, with category leading 7.45us POI, making the RSA5000 a great choice for customers in spectrum monitoring, transmitter test, RF component characterization, and EMI applications. Customers working with hopping/channel shifting technologies in crowded ISM bands will find a real-time analyzer essential, as will customers integrating PLL technology in their designs, identifying sources of interference or characterizing rapidly pulsing applications: all will benefit from the seamless capture capabilities of the real-time spectrum analysis capability of the RSA5000 series. Real-time spectrum analyzers are essential for anyone dealing with signals that vary dynamically in amplitude or are agile in frequency: pulsed radar systems, frequency-hopping spread spectrum radios, and pulse modulated radios; multi-signal environments: ISM bands – 915 MHz, 2.4, 5.8; or unwanted signals such as unintentional or self-interference, intentional interference (jammers), and listening devices (bugs).

For more information, click: http://emona.com.au/RSA5000

This year Rigol and Emona celebrate our 10th year anniversary as a partnership supplying test and measuring instruments in Australia in New Zealand. Pictured are John South, Emona’s Test & Measurement Product Manager and Rigol’s Mark Wu, Regional Sales Manager, presenting Emona with Rigol’s 10th Year Anniversary Award.

Established in 1998, Rigol have grown rapidly to become a worldwide leader in high performance yet affordably priced test and measuring instruments. Emona was fortunate to be one of Rigol’s first export customers and we immediately made an impact on the Australian and New Zealand markets with the release of the DS5000 series which featured an astounding 1GS/s sampling rate. While a 1GS/s sampling rate is common on entry level oscilloscopes these days, this was an extraordinary specification and was the first time a manufacturer outside of Europe or USA had managed to achieve such sampling rate performance.

Rigol continued to dominate the local oscilloscope market with the release of the DS1000E series in 2008. Again leading the market, Rigol’s DS1000E series were the world’s first affordable first colour screen and 1GS/s sample rate oscilloscopes. With almost 2,500 units supplied locally, the DS1000E series are now legendary and one of the most popular oscilloscopes in Australian test and measurement history.

Rigol have continued to excite the market with product releases that bring high performance within reach of everyday instrument users including the DS6000 series 1GHz bandwidth oscilloscopes, DSA-800 series spectrum analysers up to 7.5GHz and the DS1000Z 4 channel oscilloscopes and mixed signal oscilloscopes.

Visit www.emona.com.au/rigol for more information.

Emona will be exhibiting 1-2 Oct at Comms Connect 2014 Exhibition at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. New products on display include the Rigol DSA-875 7.5GHz spectrum analysers. Other products on display include the Protek RF range covering vector network analyser to 8GHz, portable 4GHz antenna and cable analyser and handheld 4.4GHz spectrum analyser, Rigol DSG3000 3GHz and 6GHz high performance signal generators, Rigol DSA Series spectrum analysers from 1.5GHz to 3GHz and Rigol DS-6000 series 1GHz, 5GS/s high performance DSOs.Come and see us at Stand 45.

Emona will be exhibiting 10-11 Sept at Electronex 2014 at Sydney Technology Park. On display will be a wide display of our electronic and RF test and measuring instruments from leading suppliers including Rigol, Aim TTi, GW, Kikusui, Pico and many others. Come and see us at Stand B1.

Rigol’s MSO1000Z Series are the market’s most affordable MSOs. The MSO1000Z 4 channel oscilloscopes come in 70 or 100 MHz versions with a 7 inch display and Rigol’s UltraVision technology and a 16 bit digital input port for mixed signal applications as well as a host of options. Add the optional analysis, decoding, deep memory, and integrated 2 channel waveform generator for a powerful 4 channel scope at an exceptional price.