Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Using Pico's Keyless Entry Carrier Signal Detector (TA330)

The TA330 is a 3 meter long lead and detector intended to allow a technician to sense the presence of the keyless entry carrier frequency (125 - 140kHz for most manufacturers) - but without decoding for security reasons. Designed for short-range operation, the technician can check each pickup coil in turn to find a faulty unit.

This video shows how: 
https://youtu.be/80td6R52hwg

The product is here:  https://www.saelig.com/product/ta330.htm

PICO Keyless Entry Carrier Signal Detector (TA330)

Monday, October 30, 2017

Creating Essential Documentation for Existing Equipment

Maintenance and repair of electronic equipment have suffered from and continue to suffer from a lack of circuit diagrams. This shortage has been caused by a combination of actions that have included restrictive practices, company changes, increased use of products of various newer technologies, and manufacturers who disappear.

A restrictive practice situation occurs when the only support available is through a single OEM or the supplier. This creates a non competitive situation where the customer cannot seek an alternative provider. Whilst this may not be a bad situation for the customer, it does mean there is a lack of choice and a reliance on a single source of support.
There is the growing situation where no support is available as companies have been taken over, restructured or gone out of business. In the past 10 years this has happened to many famous and long established companies. This means there is no protection against these problems by choosing products from “reputable” companies.


There has been a dramatic increase in the use of electronics in all areas of industry and commerce. This has led to a corresponding increase in awareness to the cost of maintenance and support. Whilst the OEM or the supplier may be responsible for the installation and warranty, the customer will want the option to choose a different ongoing support solution.

The rapid acceleration of change in technology has given another dimension to the problems. There are many situations where products are made obsolete long before the useful life is complete. Frequently, these products are no longer manufactured or supported. A standard response from many suppliers is to offer an upgrade to the latest product or the nearest equivalent product. When the equipment is to be used within a large system, this solution can be unacceptable if the replacement is not totally compatible.

When products have to be returned to an overseas company for repair, the user is then faced with very high costs, extended repair time and loss of independence.

The Solution

RevEng is an exclusive system from ABI Electronics for the generation of professional circuit diagrams and schematics from an existing PCB. RevEng represents a safe, modern and accurate way of achieving professional schematics through a user-friendly, software led process where operators are guided from start to finish.  RevEng users who previously spent days, sometimes weeks, creating schematics using the traditional method (multimeter, pen and paper) from an existing PCB, have achieved huge savings in time and can now complete the job in just a few hours!
Watch this product overview video to learn more about RevEng:
https://youtu.be/1Wp9SxH-XH8


Friday, October 27, 2017

Meet Siglent Technologies' founder Eric Qin

Here's an interesting interview with Siglent's founder Eric Qin: https://youtu.be/v9M397sUkEA



He describes how, as a new college graduate, he and his colleagues wanted to create a company to make superb test equipment!

Rumor has it that Rigol's founder and President Wang Yue had the same plan and now they are rivals!


Thursday, October 26, 2017

Mike Rizzo (Rigol USA GM) Visits Saelig in Fairport NY

Great to have a visit at Saelig today from Rigol USA’s General Manager Mike Rizzo, who discussed new products coming next year featuring Rigol’s new superfast Phoenix chipset (http://snip.ly/jx4l2)




There are three chips in the Phoenix chipset (each named after stars in the Phoenix Constellation).  The Analog Front End Chip(named Beta Phoenicis) will allow for front end bandwidth of 4GHz with highly integrated capability allowing for simplified and highly reliable front end design.  The Signal Processing Chip (named Ankaa) supports 10GSa/s sampling with bandwidth up to 6GHz and the Probe Amplifier Chip (named Gamma Phoenicis) will support a 6GHz Active Differential probe.  The ASICs are based entirely on RIGOL IP and were developed entirely inhouse.
"Over the past 19 years RIGOL has proven ourselves to be an innovator in the Basic and Value segments of the Oscilloscope market" stated Rico Wang, President of RIGOL Technologies, "but with the introduction of this new chip set, developed through years of painstaking research and development, RIGOL will now be able to bring the RIGOL value proposition to more performance oriented applications."
The Phoenix Chipset enables RIGOL to revolutionize its scope performance with the new UltraVision II architecture.  These enhancements will lead to products with significantly faster waveform capture rates, new filtering and triggering capabilities, and unprecedented memory depths and search capabilities.  When combined with the HW performance of the Phoenix Chipset, Ultravision II will transform the customer value proposition in the 1-4GHz oscilloscope market.
At the chipset launch review in Suzhou China RIGOL demonstrated its prototype scope utilizing Phoenix and Ultravision II.  With 4GHz Bandwidth, 20GSa/sec realtime sample rate and 1 Billion point memory depth it shows that there will soon be a new player in the performance oscilloscope market.
Mike Rizzo, General Manager of RIGOL North America says, "We are very excited for the introduction of products utilizing the new Phoenix chipset.  It will allow us to bring our unique RIGOL price performance value proposition to a new class of customers needing advanced instrument performance and application support.  RIGOL will formally announce our first products utilizing the Phoenix Chipset before the end of 2017 with initial customer shipments planned in Q4 2017."-

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Executive Interview: Thorsten Chmielus, CEO of Aaronia AG


http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/26038-executive-interview-thorsten-chmielus-ceo-of-aaronia

Microwave Journal recently included an interview with Aaronia CEO Thorsten Chmielus.
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He started his first business at 15, dropped out of school and now runs a successful, innovative company. His engineering education was not what would be termed "conventional."  


"I started my first business when I was just 15 years old, as I have always been interested in electronics and PCs. Unfortunately, we didn’t have a garage at home, so my bedroom was the place for my creative development. I also tried to start several graduate studies but I finished none of them. I was completely bored by the subjects and didn’t find them innovative and up to date. So I preferred to start my own business and have the freedom of doing the things I liked the most and turning my inspiration in the direction I wanted to go.

It was the time of the Commodore C64. After a while, I felt the urge to program for myself, which led me to build and program hardware and software for my Sinclair ZX81. The first measurement equipment I invented was an AD modifier for the ZX81 with “unbelievably” 8 bits!

Our first production of the HF-Detektor (a broadband RF meter) opened the way for the company to be what it has become today. From this kind of meter, we have progressed to our most popular products: our SPECTRAN spectrum analyzers. We were the first in the world offering a REAL handheld spectrum analyzer, while some companies insist their 10 kg analyzers are “handheld” analyzers, too.  As well as our SPECTRAN analyzer, our antennas are in great demand. They are sold to and listed by many big brands, like Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz and Viavi Solutions.

We have so many ideas but, unfortunately, we can’t realize all of them because of a shortage of staff. Only 20 percent of our ideas can be realized at the moment.  Aaronia is primarily known for its spectrum analyzers, which are based on a patented spectrum analyzer process.   It’s not only one patent; there are 12 patents on it!

Our Stectran V5 is the world’s first and only handheld real-time spectrum analyzer and offers a real-time bandwidth of up to 175 MHz. Furthermore, we offer real-time I/Q streaming via USB, a very fast sweep mode, which scans 20 GHz in less than 20 ms, and we can offer ultra-fast LO sweeps (μs DDS sweep). Also, the analyzer is extremely compact and lightweight, and the touch display has a high resolution. Together with our recording software RTSA Suite, the SPECTRAN V5 is becoming an unbeatable team. I think it will inspire every engineer, semi and professional user.

Read on here: http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/26038-executive-interview-thorsten-chmielus-ceo-of-aaronia

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Automotive Testing Show in Novi MI

Saelig Sales Manager Dan Evans is at the Automotive Testing Show in Novi MI, October 24-26.  See him at the Pico Technology Stand 9026 for news! We've been working on a prototype that incorporates a Pico oscilloscope and it will be there at the show!


Held alongside the Automotive Testing Expo USA from October 25 - 26, 2017 will also be the "Autonomous Vehicle Test & Development Symposium".  


Monday, October 23, 2017

Irish Rail Setting up an In-house Electronics Repair Facility

   ... the best way to control maintenance costs.  

                   
        


Ireland's rail network has been in place for almost 150 years. The network is run by Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail and supports the country's economic and social development, providing accessible transport to many destinations. Approximately 42 million passenger journeys were completed on the network in 2016, which is returning to the levels achieved at the height of the boom in 2007. The network and services however all require significant state funding to continue its operation.

During the recent economic downturn, the funding for the operation and maintenance of the rail network was reduced significantly. Although it is starting to recover to a more sustainable level, the funding gap continues to present huge challenges.
One of the alternatives found by the Irish Rail to cope with the funding gap was to introduce an electronics repair and maintenance lab to support the company’s rolling stock in Drogheda. After its successful implementation in recent years, the repair facility accumulated savings of 4 million Euros in 2016 alone to the Irish Rail. As a result, the company’s management approved further investment in dedicated troubleshooting, repair and reverse engineering equipment in late 2017.
ABI Electronics is the original manufacturer of the world’s popular BoardMaster. The product is a unique, versatile and cost-effective system that allows rail organizations to repair and maintain their electronic sub-assemblies internally. After visiting ABI’s premises in South Yorkshire, the Electronic Repair Facility Manager from Irish Rail, Ray Holden, explained why the company decided to work with ABI:
“I have found the smaller OEM suppliers to the rail industry seem to be bought over by the big 3 rail suppliers. Once this happens your option to send faulty components to the OEM for repair seems to get hit with very long delays, with repairs taking up to 5 or 6 months to come back. Within a very short time, the new owners will refuse to repair your equipment and suggest you either pay for development cost for replacement equipment or, if they have stock on hands, you will find that it has inflated prices sometimes by 300%.

With regards to the quality of work provided by external organizations and the impact delays have on the company's bottomline, Mr. Holden added: In my experience, some of the OEM repairs leave a lot to be desired from a quality point of view. Irish Rail is a “small” rail network but has some of the most modern rolling stock in Europe. This can cause issues with suppliers putting you at the end of a long list for repairs. Delays cost money and the money comes from the Tax Payer. We have a duty to provide a service at the best cost. Setting up an in-house Electronics Repair Facility is the best way to control costs as regards to repairables. The challenges are funding for projects, training and equipment. I have to say that Irish Rail's CEO David Franks and Chief Mechanical Engineer Peter Smyth are keen to support such in-house repairs, investment in high quality equipment. I was over with ABI Electronics last week and I was more than impressed with their equipment and professionalism. What they offer is truly amazing.
In October 2017, ABI Electronics was awarded a contract for the supply of a range of solutions including the BoardMaster, RevEng and JTAGMaster. ABI will also provide certified training for team working at the Drogheda DMU Depot.

With this investment, the electronic support team will be able to offer higher level services aimed at new as well as legacy trains.

 

Friday, October 20, 2017

DeepMeasure Finds Needles!

The DeepMeasure analysis tool in PicoScope 6 software finds needles in haystacks with PicoScope 3000, 4000, 5000, and 6000 oscilloscopes!


DeepMeasure delivers automatic measurement of waveform parameters on up to a million successive waveform cycles. Results can be easily sorted, analyzed and correlated with the waveform display.
As electronic devices become more complex, design engineering teams need better tools to record, analyze and visualize waveform data and measurement statistics. Most digital oscilloscopes provide automated measurements of common parameters such as frequency, period, rise and fall times, duty cycle, and maximum and minimum voltages, but the measurements are usually limited to a single complete waveform cycle captured in the oscilloscope memory. Subsequent waveform cycles in the same acquisition are displayed on the screen but are discarded from the measurement results. Measurement statistics (max/min/average/sum) have to be compiled over multiple acquisitions, and irregular bit patterns are easily missed or ignored.
Oscilloscopes with deep capture memory, such as the PicoScope 3000 Series (512 MSamples) and 6000 Series (2 GSamples) can capture waveforms with thousands of waveform cycles, at full sampling speed with each triggered acquisition. DeepMeasure returns a table of results that includes every waveform cycle captured in the memory. Ten waveform parameters are included in the first version of the tool and over a million results of each parameter can be collected.
The table of captured results can be sorted by each parameter in ascending or descending order, enabling engineering teams to spot anomalies and rapidly identify the cause of complicated issues. So, for example, click on the Rise Time column heading and you can quickly find the fastest (or slowest) rise time out of up to 1 million cycles of the waveform. Double-clicking on a specific measurement highlights the corresponding cycle in the oscilloscope view.
For more extensive analysis, such as histograms and advanced data visualization, the table of measurements can be exported for use with tools such as Excel and MATLAB.
“Visualizing real-world test data is key to solving many of today’s engineering challenges,” explained Trevor Smith, Business Development Manager, Test & Measurement, at Pico Technology. “DeepMeasure is a powerful tool that takes advantage of PicoScope deep memory oscilloscopes to enable rapid analysis and debug of complex waveforms ranging from serial data streams to laser pulses and particle physics experiments. Anomalies can be easily pinpointed and correlated with other events captured by the oscilloscope.”
PicoScope with DeepMeasure is free of charge for users of PicoScope 3000, 4000, 5000, and 6000 Series oscilloscopes. The beta version can be downloaded now from https://www.picotech.com/downloads.

http://www.saelig.com/category/MFR00063.htm

Thursday, October 19, 2017

Recreating Undocumented PCBs

Remanufacturing an obsolete circuit board in the absence of relevant documentation is made easier with this unique hardware/software system.

THE PROBLEM

Imagine you are confronted with an obsolete or undocumented circuit board from some vital piece of equipment and the situation requires that product function again, or maintains production until a drastic redesign has occurred. But there exists no BOM, no layouts, and no schematics. What if you have been tasked to redesign a portion of a board that contains obsolete components, and you don’t have documentation as a guide? Equipment that is no longer manufactured or supported by the original supplier is an increasingly pressing problem for users and maintainers of long life systems such as water and electricity utilities, medical equipment, military systems, air traffic control, aircraft maintenance, avionics simulation, traffic control, trains, and signaling.

For systems with an operational life of 25 years or more, the support strategy for spares and repairs are critical issues. Famous and long established companies are being taken over, restructured, or go out of business, leading to the growing situation where no support is available. Rapidly changing technology increases support and manufacturing problems. Many commercial products quickly become obsolete (try buying the same PC motherboard after only six months ….) and are not supported or manufactured long before the end of their true operating life. And although many consumer products are replaced rather than repaired, this approach cannot be applied to long-life systems.

A standard solution from many suppliers is an upgrade to the latest product or its nearest equivalent. But when a product is part of a large system that has been through rigorous certification, this solution is unacceptable unless the replacement is physically and functionally identical (form/fit/function). Changing to a new component may mean the enormous expense of requalifying the whole system for critical equipment such as medical diagnostic machines.




Read on here:  http://www.saelig.com/supplier/abi/abi-reveng.pdf

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Saelig Introduces SAM40 24-Bit Data Acquisition for HDO Oscilloscopes

 up to 24 channels for low frequency acquisition and analysis with a 4/8 channel Teledyne LeCroy 12-bit resolution high definition oscilloscope

The Teledyne LeCroy SAM40 Data Acquisition Unit provides up to 24 analog or digital input channels for low frequency (e.g. sensor signal) acquisition and analysis when connected to a 4 or 8 channel Teledyne LeCroy 12-bit resolution high definition oscilloscope. This capability is ideal for system debug and analysis of motors and drives, power products, appliances, Internet of Things (IoT), vehicle/automotive devices, and other applications.in the embedded, electromechanical, and mechatronic designs in the medical, military, and aerospace fields.


The SAM40 offers high precision and accuracy 24-bit resolution measurements for signals up to 40 kHz bandwidth with a sample rate of 100kS/s.  Operation is easy with plug-and-play support from a 4 or 8 channel 12-bit resolution Teledyne LeCroy oscilloscope.  The SAM40 simply connects to the oscilloscope with a USB2.0 cable for data transfer and control/trigger commands, and with BNC cables for clock and timebase synchronization. No programming or complex setups are required.  The oscilloscope’s math, measure, analysis, pass/fail and option packages utilize the sensor inputs the same as any other channel. This makes the Teledyne LeCroy's deep toolbox even more powerful.
IEPE/ICP sensors are also supported with the built-in internal 4mA bias supply.  The BNC signal inputs are compatible with wide variety of off-the-shelf sensors.  The SAM40’s features include bandwidth limiting, with settings as low as 100 Hz to reduce visible noise, and adjustable gain in 1/2/5 steps, to accurately acquire and display a wide range of signal levels.  All channels have 24-bit resolution, stored in 32-bit floating point format, with 0.05% total accuracy.
The SAM40 24-bit acquisition system offers a rescaling/unit conversion capability. Teledyne LeCroy's unit conversion package provides the most intuitive display of sensor, mechatronic and electromechanical data. Each sensor channel input has a unique rescaling setup directly in the setup dialog with y=mx+b rescaling capability and selection of physical units. All unit conversions carry through logically when unitized sensor inputs are used in math or measurements.
The SAM40 is useful for analyzing analog speed or torque sensor signals, vibration sensors, accelerometers, and other mechatronic signals. Engineers commonly use multiple instruments to debug and validate complex deeply embedded control systems, mechatronics, and electro-mechanical systems. Multiple instruments report different information on different displays and in different formats. An HDO with a sensor acquisition module cost-effectively replaces multiple instruments with one consolidated view of system performance. Leverage the Teledyne LeCroy deep toolbox to perform math, measurements, pass/fail and other analysis on all acquired data, or apply an application package to gain even faster time to insight.
Available in 8, 16, or 24-channel inputs, the SAM40 Data acquisition Unit starts at $8,990 from Teledyne LeCroy’s authorized North American distributor Saelig Company, Inc. Fairport, NY. 

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

EMCView PC Software For EMC Pre-compliance Testing


TekBox EMCView simplifies the process of EMC pre-compliance testing of radiated and conducted emissions with numerous pre-configured project files for CISPR-xx (EN550xx) emission measurements
Saelig Company, Inc. announces the availability of the TekBox EMCView Pre-compliance Testing  Software.  This PC-compatible software simplifies the process of EMC pre-compliance testing of radiated and conducted emissions.  EMCView complements an emissions test setup of a spectrum analyzer, an LISN (Line Impedance Stabilization Networks) and an EMI-quiet TEM (Transverse ElectroMagnetic) Cell.  Built-in amplitude correction provides the correction and conversion coefficients for cables, amplifiers, attenuators, LISNs, TEM cells, antennas, RF current probes, striplines and capacitive coupling clamps.




Without any time-consuming setup, the software is ready for measurements immediately after installation on a PC. All emission-related CISPR-xx (EN550xx) measurements, as well as some automotive manufacturer standards, are pre-configured in corresponding project files.  The resulting graph supports two complete measurement runs, such as Average / Quasi-Peak or Peak / Quasi Peak or alternatively a fast Quasi-Peak scan of critical peaks.


FEATURES


·         numerous pre-configured project files for CISPR-xx (EN550xx) emission measurements


·         graph supports two complete measurement runs, same as in a test house


·         fast Quasi-Peak scan of critical peaks, immune to frequency drift of the selected peaks


·         configurable limit lines and segment files


·         configurable correction files for cable, LISN, amplifier, antenna etc.


·         configurable margins for the identification and selection of critical peaks


·         supports import and overlaying of reference measurements for comparison purpose


·         linear or logarithmic frequency axis


·         automatic creation of test reports


·         many import/export-functions


EMCview software currently supports spectrum analyzers from Rigol and Siglent,  but support for other manufacturers will be added in future software versions.  The anlyzers should preferably be equipped with the manufacturer’s “EMI option”, although it is not essential; if it is not installed, the analyzer will change the preconfigured resolution bandwidths of 200Hz, 9kHz or 120kHz (as specified in the EMC standards) to 300Hz, 10kHz or 100kHz.
With EMCView Pre-compliance Testing  Software, in-house measurements of EMC behavior during product design phase, EMC educational training and pre-compliance product testing are all made easier.   
Created by EMI experts TekBox, it is available now from their authorized North American distributor Saelig Company, Inc. Fairport, NY.  For detailed specifications, free technical assistance, or additional information, please contact Saelig at 888-7SAELIG, via email: info@saelig.com, or by visiting http://www.saelig.com/MFR00154/emcview.htm


Monday, October 16, 2017

What is an SDK ? 


Have you ever wondered what an "SDK" is?  It is an abbreviation for "Software Development Kit" stands for ? It's a set of tools for software development that allows a programmer to create applications for a particular system, for example certain packages of software; frameworks; hardware platforms; computers in general, consoles, operating systems, etc. 
If you need to automate some equipment that has a PicoScope in it, or you want to program some testing using a PicoScope or PicoLog device, but don't know where to start?

In this video, Pico’s technical support engineer Hitesh Mistry explains how PicoSDK Software Development Kit works, what drivers and code examples are available and where to find them all. LabView, MATLab, etc.

Friday, October 13, 2017

APTA 2017 (Atlanta) Success!

#APTAEXPO2017 was a great success and consolidated ABI's position as the PCB test/repair supplier of choice with #transit agencies, #rail operators and OEMs. There was huge interest in ABI's solutions from organizations such as MARTA, Amtrak, Siemens, Wabtec Corporation, BAE Systems, Thales, and many more.

ABI's test equipment can be used in-house without the need for sending bad boards out for repair.  Great for rail communication systems, braking and traction, air conditioning, control systems, and signaling equipment.

We look forward to working with each of this important companies and assist with this time-saving and cost-saving technology to keep electronic systems running at the lowest cost possible!

#ABISavesYouTime.



Thursday, October 12, 2017

Now In Stock: Wireless 30MHz Scope-In-A-Probe!



The IkaScope WS200 is a pen-shaped battery-powered wireless oscilloscope that streams captured signals to almost any WiFi-connected screen.  The IkaScope WS200 offers a 30MHz bandwidth with its 200MSa/s sampling rate and the maximum input is +/-40Vpp.  It provides galvanically-isolated measurements even when a USB connection is charging the internal battery.  The IkaScope WS200 will work on desktop computers (Windows, Mac, and Linux) as well as on mobile devices like tablets or smartphones (iOS and Android Q4 2017).  The free application software can be downloaded for whichever platform is needed.

The IkaScope WS200 has no power switch; it detects pressure on the probe tip and turns on automatically.  Patented ProbeClick technology saves battery life: all power-consuming circuitry is only turned on when the probe tip is pressed, and the IkaScope WS200 automatically shuts down completely after a short period of non-use. The internal 450mAh battery lasts about one week with daily regular use before recharging is necessary. An isolated USB connection allows for recharging the internal battery and two LEDs in the unit indicate battery charge and WiFi status.

Clicking the Autoset button on the IkaScope software automatically adjusts gain and time-base to quickly view the signal optimally.  The IkaScope WS200 also knows when to measure and when to hold the signal display without the need for a Run/Stop button. The IkaScope's innovative Automatic History feature saves a capture of the signal when releasing pressure on the ProbeClick tip.  The History Database is divided into Current Session and Favorites, where signal captures are permanently saved, even after the application is closed.  Previously measured signals can quickly be recalled.  

Most desktop oscilloscopes have a static reference grid with a fixed number of divisions, but the IkaScope allows pinch and zoom on touch screens (or zoom in/out with a mouse wheel), stretching the grid and allowing an operator to move and zoom through a signal capture for detailed review.  The associated software even has a share button on the screen: simply click on it to share screenshot measurements.   
  
Made by Ikalogic, a growing European embedded test equipment manufacturer, the CE/FCC/RoHS-certified IkaScope WS200 Oscilloscope is small (6.4” x 1.3” x 0.7”) and very lightweight (2 oz.) and is ideal for every traveling toolbox. 

https://www.saelig.com/product/ws200.htm

Monday, October 2, 2017

Automobile Noise and Vibration Diagnostic Tool


NVH Kit works in conjunction with the PicoScope automotive oscilloscopes for real-time diagnostics

The PicoDiagnostics NVH Kit from Pico Technology is a cost-effective tool for solving the many noise, vibration, and harshness problems presented to automotive technicians. The NVH Kit works in conjunction with PicoScope 4000 automotive oscilloscopes to provide real-time diagnostic information such as bar graphs and frequency charts.  The Kit comes complete with everything needed for finding and pinpointing these kinds of issues.  The ability to start data recording before a road test, and play back the recording for later analysis insures that driver attention remains on the road. 

PicoDiagnostics NVH Kit provides a breakthrough in accurate analysis of vehicle noise, vibration and harshness problems. Taking advantage of the power and large display of a laptop with the data-gathering power of the PicoScope, the NVH Kit can directly check sensors, components, noise, and vibrations, with additional help in capturing and diagnosing intermittent and performance problems.

The PicoDiagnostics NVH system provides clear advice, analysis and procedures for dynamic driveline balancing, and it includes attachment support for pinion flange, single weight, and hose clamp methods. Step-by-step procedures are prompted by help and graphical displays. Simple bar charts and graphs provide results for quick diagnosis and ease of use. Full analysis and advanced features (including waterfall and spectral displays) are also provided by the software.
The NVH Kit has been designed for comprehensive road testing, workshop diagnosis, and driveline balancing.  It detects and isolates multiple vibrations and noises, providing help and advice on causes and fixes. It can use a J2534-compliant interface to acquire engine speed data or signal input, useful for diagnosing older or non-compliant vehicles. The software includes a customer report function to help in explaining the diagnosis and repair.  The PicoDiagnostics® NVH 3-Axis Kit (PP986) comes complete with an accelerometer, the PicoScope Interface, a BNC cable, a microphone, and all necessary leads. A 4-Axis version (PP987) includes an extra accelerometer.

These NVH Kits are made by Pico Technology, Europe’s award-winning automobile oscilloscope adapter manufacturer, whose products are chosen by car manufacturers and repair centers worldwide.  The PicoDiagnostics® NVH Kits are available now from Saelig Company, Inc. their USA technical distributor. For detailed specifications, free technical assistance, or additional information, please contact Saelig 888-7SAELIG, via email: info@saelig.com, or visit http://bit.ly/2xbryMt