USB Autoscope Lite is a beginner’s version of the device from the series of eight channel analyzer engines.
The kit is focused on diagnostics of ignition systems, and includes high-voltage sensors for checking both the old and new types of ignition systems. In addition, the kit allows you to check most of the signals from car sensors and actuators.
The capabilities of the kit can be expanded, adding necessary sensors, cables, adapters …
Front panel elements
1…4 |
Connections for analog inputs 1…4. Input voltage range ± 15 V |
5…6 |
Connections for analog inputs 5…6. Input voltage range ± 150 V |
7 |
USB status indicator |
Back panel elements
1, 3 |
Connections “In+” and “In–” are used for connection of high voltage probes. The signals from the high voltage probes are inversely summed and go to the analog input 8 |
2 |
Connection “In Synchro” is used for the synchronization (trigger) transducer that is used to detect ignition spark. The signal from the transducer goes to the analog input 7 through a peak detector |
3 |
USB connection. Used for connection of the USB Autoscope IV to USB 2.0 480 Mbit/s (HI- SPEED) port of a laptop or PC. The connection uses a USB 2.0 type A-B cable |
4 |
Device ground connection. Used to connect device ground to vehicle ground on the diagnosed vehicle |
5, 6 |
Pulse polarity indicator from synchronization transducer |
7 |
USB connection. Used for connection of the USB Autoscope Lite to USB 2.0 12 Mbit/s port of a laptop or PC. The connection uses a USB 2.0 type A-B cable |
Technical characteristics
Parameter |
Value |
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Number of analog inputs |
8 |
Voltage range (switchable, two ranges) |
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analog inputs 1…4 |
±15 V |
analog inputs 5, 6 |
±150 V |
Input impedance |
1 MΩ |
ADC resolution |
12 bit |
Oversampling ADC resolution |
up to 14 bits |
Maximum sampling frequency for channel |
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in 1 channel sub mode |
250 kHz |
in 2 channel sub mode |
125 kHz |
in 4 channel sub mode |
50 kHz |
in 8 channel sub mode |
25 kHz |
The nominal signal digitizing depth is 12 bit, increasing up to 14 bit with slower digitizing speeds. |
General
Parameter |
Value |
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Operating system |
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11 |
Current consumption from USB |
no more than 150 mA |
Device provides uninterrupted (seamless) data transfer of digitized data to the laptop or PC. |
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The stream of digitized data is stored directly on the hard disk of the laptop or PC in real time. |
Kit includes:
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USB Autoscope Lite The USB Autoscope Lite is a beginner’s version of the device from the series of eight channel analyzer engines. |
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2 |
Oscilloscope probe (4 pieces) The oscilloscope probe is used to transmit the measured signal from the vehicle wiring to the input of an automotive oscilloscope equipped with a BNC connector. |
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3 |
Needle probe (4 pieces) The needle probe allows you to connect an oscilloscope or measuring probe to the contacts of the vehicle’s electrical equipment. |
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4 |
Small crocodile clip (2 pieces) Small «crocodile» clip is used for connection of the measuring adapter with the vehicle wiring (without damage to the wiring, through the open terminals). |
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5 |
DIS Cx 6 capacitive probes DIS Cx6 is a set of capacitive probes for diagnosing DIS ignition systems. Designed for diagnostics of Distributorless Ignition Systems of 4/6 cylinder engines as well as ignition systems equipped with a distributor. |
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Sync synchronization transducer Sync synchronization transducer is used to synchronize to a cylinder by attaching to a plug wire. |
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7 |
Cx-M universal capacitive probe Cx-M universal capacitive probe is used get voltage waveforms from the secondary circuit of unshielded individual coils ignition systems, as well as from systems where the ignition coil is located inside the distributor. |
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8 |
Lx-M universal inductive probe Lx-M universal inductive probe is used to get voltage waveforms from the secondary circuit of shielded coils of individual ignition systems, as well as from DIS-ignition coils mounted directly above the spark plugs. |
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9 |
Px8 in cylinder pressure transducer Px8 pressure transducer is designed to assess the engine mechanical condition using an oscilloscope. It allows you to display on the screen of an oscilloscope a waveform of the pressure in the cylinder of an engine in the range -0.95 … +6 Bar (-14 – 87 psi). |
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PxLonger M14 deep well adapter Px Longer M14 serves as an adapter for installing a Px35 pressure transducer in an engine cylinder with a deep spark plug well. The Px Longer M14 extension is designed to work with engines with a standard plug thread M14x1.25. |
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11 |
Spark Gap tester Spark gap tester is used in place of the spark plug when performing in cylinder pressure transducer testing. Also for ignition system testing. |
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12 |
Dx vacuum transducer The Dx transducer is designed to obtain the vacuum waveform in the intake manifold of a gasoline engine, low-pressure waveforms in the crankcase and waveforms from exhaust gas flow using an oscilloscope. Designed for vacuum measurement of gases in the range -0.95 … + 0.15 Bar (-14 to 2.2 psi). |
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13 |
Insulation piercing probe (2 pieces) Insulation piercing test clip is used for piercing wiring when performing tests. Causes minimal damage to the wiring. |
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14 |
XLR-BNC connection cable (2 pieces) The XLR-BNC cable is designed to connect to Px8, Px35, Dx, Laser, CTi-M, Piezo Amplifier transducers. Provides power to the transducer and signal transmission from the sensor to the oscilloscope with BNC connector |
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15 |
Adapter for high voltage extension Adapter for high voltage extension cable is used during various engine tests. It serves as an adapter for connecting the high-voltage output of the dismantled ignition coil to its spark plug through an additional high-voltage wire. |