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The 547 is a 50MHz scope that takes letter-series and 1-series plug-ins.   
The 547 is a 50MHz scope that takes [[letter-series and 1-series plug-ins]].   
It has two identical timebases and it has the ability
It has two identical timebases and it has the ability
to display one input with one time scale  
to display one input with one time scale  
and another input with a different time scale.   
and another input with a different time scale.   
The effect is similar to a dual-beam scope.
The effect is similar to a [[dual-beam scopes|dual-beam scope]] assuming that
This "Sweep Switching" feature differentiates the 547 from the [[546]].
the input signals are repetitive.  
This "Sweep Switching" feature differentiates the 547 from the [[546]].
Triggering is done with [[tunnel diodes]],  
Triggering is done with [[tunnel diodes]],  
which tend to shift in characteristics as the instrument ages.
which tend to shift in characteristics as the instrument ages.