instrument-tektronix-scope

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Best use case

instrument-tektronix-scope is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.

Teams using instrument-tektronix-scope should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.

When to use this skill

You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.

When not to use this skill

You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.

Installation

Claude Code / Cursor / Codex

$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/instrument-tektronix-scope/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/wangjianjq/Skill/main/.agents/skills/instrument-tektronix-scope/SKILL.md"

Manual Installation

Download SKILL.md from GitHub
Place it in .claude/skills/instrument-tektronix-scope/SKILL.md inside your project
Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill

How instrument-tektronix-scope Compares

Feature / Agent	instrument-tektronix-scope	Standard Approach
Platform Support	Not specified	Limited / Varies
Context Awareness	High	Baseline
Installation Complexity	Unknown	N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this skill do?

This skill provides specific capabilities for your AI agent. See the About section for full details.

Where can I find the source code?

You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.

SKILL.md Source

# Skill: Tektronix Oscilloscopes (MDO/MSO Series)

## 1. Overview

Standard protocol for Tektronix Mixed Domain (MDO) and Mixed Signal (MSO) oscilloscopes.

* **Primary Roles**: Signal integrity, timing analysis, protocol decoding, RF spectrum analysis (MDO).
* **Interface**: USBTMC, LAN (VXI-11), Socket.

## 2. Common SCPI Commands

* **Autoset**: `AUTOSet EXECute` (Use sparingly in automation).
* **Acquisition**:
  * Start: `ACQuire:STATE ON`
  * Stop: `ACQuire:STATE OFF`
  * Number of Points: `HORizontal:RECOrdlength 10000`

## 3. Data Transfer (Waveform Fetching)

Transferring waveform data is the most critical task.

```python
# 1. Set Data Source
inst.write("DATa:SOUrce CH1")
# 2. Set Encoding (Fastest)
inst.write("DATa:ENCdg RIBinary") 
inst.write("WFMOutpre:BYT_Nr 1") 

# 3. Request Curve
raw_data = inst.query_binary_values('CURVe?', datatype='b', is_big_endian=True)
```

## 4. Best Practices

1. **Wait for Event**: Use `*OPC?` after changing timebase/trigger settings to ensure the scope has settled.
2. **Display OFF**: `DISplay:GLObal:STATE OFF` improves update rate during heavy remote control.
3. **Error Queue**: Tek scopes can get stuck if the error queue fills up. Clear with `*CLS` at start.