Wild_Bill wrote:
Hi, I've been looking at some new low-cost handheld scopes, but would
like to know of some models (under $1000US) that various users would
recommend for various reasons, not just low cost.

I'm in the US, and I don't need a rugged model for everyday
service/repair shop-type use. I already have bench-type scopes, but I'd
like to have one that I can use at my desk for quick checks in small,
and generally low-voltage devices.

I'd like to find one that is portable, battery operated, and one that
every feature isn't microprocessor controlled (ones with real switches
and fewer menus).

I'm familiar with the concept of "you only get what you pay for", and I
may need to buy more than one to eventually attain the one that is most
suitable to me.

Cheers,
WB
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Well, you don't say anything about the number of channels you want or
the frequency range...and....
"I'd like to find one that is portable, battery operated, and one that
every feature isn't microprocessor controlled (ones with real switches
and fewer menus)."
This pretty much limits what you can get....why do you think the scopes
are small, light weight, and high functionality?

I have used both the Fluke scopemeters (models from 1998-2002) and
Tektronix TDS 1000/2000. The Teks have a few more knobs than the
scopemeters. The thing I liked about the tek's was in triggering the
trace. It felt easier and much like using benchtop scopes. It took me
a while to get used to the Fluke scopemeter triggering, but once I
learned how to get better stability in triggering using a different
approach, I am fine using them. I personally own a Fluke scopemeter
190B and am quite happy with it. I suggest you look around for a good
used one for more bang to your buck.
If you really don't want a micro in your scope, Sony/Tektronix used to
make a 10 and 20 MhZ battery model that was pretty basic, but thats
about 15 yrs ago. I think you can get a battery pack for a 465B.....j/k
Good luck
John