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The document explains the working principle of a Cathode Ray Oscilloscope (CRO), detailing its components such as the electron gun and deflection plates, and their functions. It differentiates between horizontal and vertical deflection systems, lists various uses of a CRO, and describes how to measure voltage, frequency, and phase difference. Additionally, it discusses the significance of the time base, the concept of sweep voltage, and the limitations of basic CROs compared to digital oscilloscopes.

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CRO_Assignment_Immediate

The document explains the working principle of a Cathode Ray Oscilloscope (CRO), detailing its components such as the electron gun and deflection plates, and their functions. It differentiates between horizontal and vertical deflection systems, lists various uses of a CRO, and describes how to measure voltage, frequency, and phase difference. Additionally, it discusses the significance of the time base, the concept of sweep voltage, and the limitations of basic CROs compared to digital oscilloscopes.

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ASSIGNMENT QUESTION 5TH MAY 2025: CATHODE RAY OSCILLOSCOPE

1. Explain the working principle of a Cathode Ray Oscilloscope.

A CRO works by converting electrical signals into visual waveforms using an electron beam

deflected by electric fields. The beam is directed across a fluorescent screen where signal variations

are displayed over time.

2. Describe the main components and their functions of CRT.

- Electron Gun: Produces and accelerates electrons.

- Control Grid: Adjusts brightness by controlling electron flow.

- Focusing Anode: Focuses the beam into a sharp point.

- Accelerating Anode: Increases the beam's velocity.

- Vertical/Horizontal Deflection Plates: Direct the beam across the screen.

- Fluorescent Screen: Glows upon impact from electrons, making the signal visible.

(See diagram on the next page.)

3. Differentiate between horizontal and vertical deflection systems in a CRO.

| Feature | Horizontal Deflection | Vertical Deflection |

|---------------------|------------------------------|----------------------------------|

| Signal Type | Sweep (time base) | Measured signal |

| Function | Moves beam horizontally | Moves beam vertically |

| Components | Sweep generator, amplifier | Vertical amplifier |

| Purpose | Time representation | Amplitude representation |

4. List and explain at least five uses of a CRO:

- Measure voltage (peak, RMS).


- Measure signal frequency.

- Observe waveform shape.

- Compare phase between signals.

- Troubleshoot electronic circuits.

5. Describe how a CRO can be used to measure:

a. Voltage: Multiply vertical divisions by volts/div.

b. Frequency: Use f = 1 / T, where T is time/div × divisions.

c. Phase difference: Measure time difference between signals.

6. What is the significance of the time base in a CRO?

The time base controls the X-axis sweep, allowing visualization of signals over time.

7. Explain the concept of sweep voltage.

Sweep voltage is a ramp signal that moves the beam from left to right, enabling waveform display

over time.

8. Discuss limitations of a basic CRO and how digital oscilloscopes improve upon them.

Basic CROs lack storage and auto-analysis; digital ones offer memory, better accuracy, and

advanced tools.

9. A sinusoidal waveform is displayed. Time base = 5 ms/div. One cycle = 4 divisions.

T = 5 ms × 4 = 20 ms; f = 1 / T = 1 / 0.02 = 50 Hz.


CRT Diagram for Question 2

Diagram not available due to technical issue. Please refer to any standard CRT diagram from a

textbook or class note.

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