HDS2202S Oscilloscope 3 in 1 Digital Handheld Oscillograph with 200MHz Bandwidth 3.5' LCD 2+1CH(Oscilloscope+Multimeter+Waveform Generator)

Both connectors of the BNC Q9 cable (included in my order) are faulty, they do not touch the ground of the BNC connectors of the HDS2202S unless a sideways force is applied to its plastic housing (see attached composite picture).

Bought this 3-function scope as a gift to my mentor. Accidentally bought the 2-function version and went through the effort to return/exchsnge. Planning on buying a 3rd 3-function as another gift.

I own an auto repair shop and needed a handheld 2 channel scope with a multimeter in one. Navigating the menus' are terrible / confusing and cumbersome. On the screen just a brief op up of what the buttons do. The default probe compensation is 10X. No direct selection of DVOM/signal generator and scope. You have to cycle through constantly pushing the buttons, time is money and it isn't time effective. Also slow to display readings in DVOM mode.

Love it!

The grey probe came with a defect.However, it is an impressive device.Top quality device. Well made. Excellent performance. Accurate.

Before providing pros and cons, here are a few thoughts on the different versions of the OWON HDS200 series which influenced my purchasing decision:- The HDS2042(S) is the entry model with the same features as all of the other models in this line-up, except for the few differences mentioned below. The 40 MHz bandwidth may not be sufficient to visualize fast digital signals.- HDS2072(S): This model is similar to the HDS2072, but has a larger bandwidth. However, the sampling rate of this model is the same as that for the HDS2042 (which means that signals at the upper end of the bandwidth may not be sufficiently oversampled).- HDS2102(S): This model samples at a higher rate (500 MSa/s) than the HDS2042 and HDS2072 (both at 250 MSa/S), enabling a bandwidth of up to 100 MHs, with 5x oversampling. The high sampling rate allows for a higher sweep rate than that found in the HDS2042 and HDS2072. This model has (and needs) a higher battery capacity (2600 mAh/cell, compared to 2200mAh/cell) than the lower-end models.- The HDS2042, HDS2072, and HDS2102 multiplex the two oscilloscope channels; the stated bandwidth is only available in 1-channel mode (it is divided by 2 for the 2-channel mode).- HDS2202(S): This device has the same capabilities as the HDS2102, but samples both channels at 1 GSa/s (not multiplexed), thus allowing the full bandwidth (200 MHz) on both channels. It uses more power than the other models (= has a shorter battery life). Compared to the other devices, this version offers a few additional useful automatic measurements.- The waveform generator is identical across all S-version of the series. It is quite capable and accurate (even allowing adjustable load conditions!). From my perspective, its main limitations are a relatively limited bandwidth, and output amplitude (maximally 5V peak-to-peak), the fact that only one channel is available, and that it lacks a sweep function. On the other hand, this waveform generator adds only $30 to the overall price, so it is a bargain, even with the stated limitations.- As stated below, the multimeter is functional, but basic. If multimeter functions are very important to you, I would opt for a good dedicated multimeter instead.I eventually purchased the HDS2202S and have no regrets thus far. The device is clearly not a replacement for a dedicated benchtop oscilloscope, multimeter, or function generator, but it provides an excellent combined feature set in all three domains, in an easily portable and highly useable package.Impressions:Pros:- All three device modes operate exactly as stated in the manual, neither better nor worse.- The oscilloscope is capable and precise. The interface is logically constructed and easy to maneuver (although it is a far cry from the interface of a good benchtop oscilloscope).- The multimeter is accurate and has a fast auto-ranging mode. It has a difference display, and measurements can be started/stopped. Continuity testing is relatively fast (and can probably be improved with better testing cables).- The waveform generator is very functional and works well (within the limitations stated).- The screen is crisp and bright, with a well organized display of information.- The device accepts SCPI commands via USB (and OWON has published the available commands).- The device has a built-in probe compensation port.- The quality of the hardware (device, OWON cables and probes) seems good. I have owned the device only for a short time, and do not know its longevity, or OWON's responsiveness in case of problems.Cons:- The oscilloscope mode lacks advanced trigger, measurement, and acquisition functions (for example averaging). These could probably be implemented in firmware, but were not.- The multimeter is basic, with limited measurement ranges, a low AC frequency range, and no display of input frequency for AC signals.- The (free!) PC software is slow and does provides only the most basic functions.- The battery life is short (3-4 hours on my device), and the charging speed relatively low.- There is only one passive probe provided by OWON, and no BNC cable. This is a bit frustrating for a two-channel device. My shipment included a BNC cable and a second passive probe (added by Abeomics), but both are of fairly low quality. If you buy one of the HDS200 device, I would suggest considering purchase of higher quality probes and cables.

Great display. Some functions not intuitive to find. Once you know where they hide there great. Don’t use my 5000$ tecktronics any more.

I got the 200 MHz with Waveform Generator version.Overall it works as expected. To be fair, my expectations were not high and yours should not be high either. But it does what is says it'll do and is relatively easy to use. The user interface is reasonably responsive. There are no major "usability issues" that I have found yet. There are some issues that I did find, and it might be a deal breaker for some people.The first issue I had was the BNC to BNC cable was bad. There were multiple intermittent connections in that cable. I replaced it with a known good cable and it works great.The waveform generator has several significant "quirks". The maximum output voltage range is +2.5v to -2.5v. This will be an issue if you are trying to feed some sort of digital logic that runs off of 5.0V (and even some 3.3v devices). The best you can do (for digital logic) is 0.0v to +2.5v.The waveform generator, when outputting a PWM signal, is limited to what duty cycle it can output. At a 1 MHz output you can only do a 50% duty cycle. You can lower the output frequency to get more flexibility on the duty cycle.The waveform generator does not have a DC output option. You can get close by setting the waveform amplitude to ALMOST zero and then using the offset to give your "DC Level". You can't set the amplitude to exactly zero, only almost zero. So this workaround isn't exactly the same as a true DC output level.The case is not large enough to hold all of the cables that are included with this. I also have my doubts on it's ability to keep the screen safe when it is thrown into a tool bag-- or even keep the cables from pressing into the screen and destroying it. I will be buying a hard case (Pelican clone) to keep this safe while holding all of the cables.I'm happy with my purchase. I wish the waveform generator was more useful. I wish that the BNC cable wasn't faulty. But... Overall it does work remarkably well and I do recommend it (with the caveats that they know what the limitations are).